First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime

Friday, May 4th, 2018 3:49AM CDT

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It's been a little while since we last heard anything about the new Pop Culture Shock! Transformers licensed figures (along with the other Hasbro properties that are receiving the figure treatment, of course), but thanks to one of the artists behind the project - veteran Emiliano Santalucia on his Facebook page - we now have a look at the torso of the Optimus Prime toy that will eventually make it to retail!

Isn't this coming out great?
#PCSC #Transformers #OptimusPrime
Design by me; Sculpting by Peer Grazellka Brauner, Paiinting by LEK Custom Toys , art direction by me and Pop Culture Shock Collectibles, Inc, Ant Adams and Jerry Macaluso.

Credit(s): Emiliano Santalucia

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Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (1957595)
Posted by Rated X on May 4th, 2018 @ 7:39am CDT

Whats up with the sores all over his hand or is that just paint?

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (1957742)
Posted by Ultra Markus on May 4th, 2018 @ 8:47pm CDT

looks like its straight out of the Devastation game
im excited for this now ;)^

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (1957747)
Posted by Sunstar on May 4th, 2018 @ 9:44pm CDT

Rated X wrote:Whats up with the sores all over his hand or is that just paint?

that's paint. they look nothing like sores. my hands currently look like this too... except for where I crushed my finger under a ceramic sink today... (that's just sore OW)

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (1961932)
Posted by Qwan on May 28th, 2018 @ 5:50am CDT

Nearly four months after it was first previewed and a couple weeks after we got a look at the torso, we have our first full look at the licensed Optimus Prime statue from Pop Culture Shock! This image comes to us via their Instagram page.

The statue is heavily Generation One-based in design, and sports a cel-shaded deco reminiscent of the cartoon (or the similarly-G1-inspired Transformers: Devastation game). Check below for images, and remember to share your thoughts in the Energon Pub Forums! Does this statue look good to you? Is the Sunbow-cartoon style more appealing than the updated aesthetic of other statue releases? We want to know what you think!

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (1961941)
Posted by Carnivius_Prime on May 28th, 2018 @ 7:51am CDT

As much as G1 Prime or the G1 cartoon don't appeal to me these days I do like the cell shaded style very much (and loved Transformers: Devastation) and so that makes this a nice statue in my opinion.

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (1961958)
Posted by Sunstar on May 28th, 2018 @ 9:18am CDT

I want to know its price point and if there will be a Starscream

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (1961992)
Posted by Quantum Surge on May 28th, 2018 @ 3:00pm CDT

I think that looks best as a 2D image. I prefer real shadows and lighting on my toys if that makes sense.

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (1962028)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on May 28th, 2018 @ 5:39pm CDT

As if Optimus jumped out of the screen! Is it posable though? Meaning more action figure than statue? If yes, that's very interesting. If not, it's a big "meh".

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (1962040)
Posted by Sunstar on May 28th, 2018 @ 6:39pm CDT

-Kanrabat- wrote:As if Optimus jumped out of the screen! Is it posable though? Meaning more action figure than statue? If yes, that's very interesting. If not, it's a big "meh".

Statues are rarely posable. I don't think any statue I have is.

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (1962043)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on May 28th, 2018 @ 7:27pm CDT

Sunstar wrote:
-Kanrabat- wrote:As if Optimus jumped out of the screen! Is it posable though? Meaning more action figure than statue? If yes, that's very interesting. If not, it's a big "meh".

Statues are rarely posable. I don't think any statue I have is.

Some ultra expensive, ultra premium figures are called "posable statues". But I don't remember the brand. They make Bayverse and IDWverse ones.

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (1962049)
Posted by Sunstar on May 28th, 2018 @ 10:23pm CDT

Perhaps some. One I paid about 2k (including shipping) isn't posable.

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (1963062)
Posted by Qwan on June 4th, 2018 @ 7:25pm CDT

Shortly after we got our first full look at the statue, we now have an online listing for Pop Culture licensed Shock's Optimus Prime statue!

The statue (set for release some time between now and August) will measure approximately 10.5" tall, and features a swappable right arm to give Prime either his Ion Blaster or Energon Axe. It can be pre-ordered from Pop Culture Shock's website for $160 (including an initial deposit) or for $128 if paid all at once. The listing also features more photos from various angles, a few of which we've mirrored below for your convenience!

What do you think of this statue? Does the price seem reasonable to you, or will you be giving it a pass? Let us know your thoughts by posting in the Energon Pub Forums!

OPTIMUS PRIME is the strong, wise and compassionate leader of the AUTOBOTS. Dedicated to protecting all life, he fights unceasingly to defeat the DECEPTICONS. OPTIMUS PRIME believes so strongly in the righteousness of his mission that he would be willing to sacrifice himself to save the lives of others. A seasoned veteran and scholar, OPTIMUS PRIME is respected throughout the universe as a champion of peace.

PCS Collectibles is proud to present the OPTIMUS PRIME “Classic” Scale Statue. The first in a line of all new collectibles depicting the AUTOBOTS and DECEPTICONS as they first appeared in the classic animated series THE TRANSFORMERS, this line will feature meticulously detailed paint applications to recreate the look of the animated series as it’s never been done before.

OPTIMUS PRIME stands approximately 10 1/2” tall and features swap out parts to offer collectors multiple display options.

Includes:
- Polystone Figure
- Swap Out Right Arm with Blaster Rifle
- Swap Out Right Arm with Energy Axe
- Certificate of Authenticity

Aprx Dimensions: 10.5" (27 cm) H x 6.5″ (17 cm)W x 11″ (28 cm)D (with Blaster Rifle)

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (1963071)
Posted by Ultra Markus on June 4th, 2018 @ 8:11pm CDT

is that spikes hard hat?

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (1963079)
Posted by Sunstar on June 4th, 2018 @ 8:24pm CDT

Now if a Starscream is produced :3

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (1963104)
Posted by LevelRage on June 4th, 2018 @ 10:12pm CDT

Wow, that looks good. Shame I don't collect these kinds of things, cause I'd definitely get this.

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (1963235)
Posted by Emerje on June 5th, 2018 @ 2:55pm CDT

Wasn't all that interested before when I assumed it would be a $500 statue, but now knowing it's only $128 and has optional parts I'm quite a bit more interested. :-?

Emerje

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (1974727)
Posted by Va'al on July 28th, 2018 @ 5:26am CDT

Courtesy of the Instagram account for Pop! Culture Shock collectibles, we have the first image of their next officially licensed Transformers statue - after the cell shaded Optimus Prime we have seen, and the Megatron sketch at San Diego Comic Con 2018, both initially designed by Emiliano Santalucia - and it's continuing on the Decepticon line-up with the Seeker leader and faction second-in-command: Starscream!

The prototype is still in its early stages, so plenty of details are still missing, but you can still check it out below and let us know what you think of this new line - does it interest you? Do you want to see more? Is it something you'd consider picking up for display? Join the Energon Pub and share your thoughts!

Starscream is printed. Don’t pay attention to the top of the base or jets fire as those will be hand sculpted

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (1974732)
Posted by Fires_Of_Inferno on July 28th, 2018 @ 6:12am CDT

Aw, sweet Blitzwing statue!

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (1974738)
Posted by Qwan on July 28th, 2018 @ 7:47am CDT

Fires_Of_Inferno wrote:Aw, sweet Blitzwing statue!

What are you talking about? This statue is all grey. It's obviously not Blitzwing unless it's red and blue

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (1974742)
Posted by Va'al on July 28th, 2018 @ 7:54am CDT

Qwan wrote:
Fires_Of_Inferno wrote:Aw, sweet Blitzwing statue!

What are you talking about? This statue is all grey. It's obviously not Blitzwing unless it's red and blue

I resisted making the joke myself, thank you for supplying it. :-P

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (1974743)
Posted by Sunstar on July 28th, 2018 @ 8:00am CDT

looks sweet, but I don't think I have room for that fella.

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (1975302)
Posted by Kyleor on July 30th, 2018 @ 8:32am CDT

I hope that's not a final size, the big size, and accompanying giant price tag will probably turn away a lot of buyers.

Still looks pretty sweet though.

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (2069712)
Posted by william-james88 on June 28th, 2020 @ 10:23am CDT

Gamestop has listings for 3 new statues from PCS (Pop Culture Shock). The images below are not final but they show what we can expect. These three are cheaper than the usual price, being only 49.99 and are coming out November 17th 2020.

You can click here to get to the listings:

G1 Megatron: https://www.gamestop.com/toys-collectib ... 2Fpage%2F4

G1 Optimus Prime: https://www.gamestop.com/toys-collectib ... 2Fpage%2F4

G1 Soundwave: https://www.gamestop.com/toys-collectib ... 2Fpage%2F4

Also, we have a larger Shockwave statue that you can see below. That statue which should be coming out in a year is $219.99 on BBTS.

Shockwave: https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Product/ ... ils/127735

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (2069718)
Posted by Brokebot on June 28th, 2020 @ 12:48pm CDT

Or you can pose the toys you already own on the shelf for free.

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (2069722)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on June 28th, 2020 @ 2:48pm CDT

The Optimus, Megatron, and Soundwave look like cheap "shampoo bottles."
However that Shockwave statue look SAH-WEET! Yeah yeah, price difference and such. But if one have the money and the space for a statue, might as well go for a genuine piece of art.

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (2069764)
Posted by ZeldaTheSwordsman on June 29th, 2020 @ 12:50am CDT

-Kanrabat- wrote:The Optimus, Megatron, and Soundwave look like cheap "shampoo bottles."
However that Shockwave statue look SAH-WEET! Yeah yeah, price difference and such. But if one have the money and the space for a statue, might as well go for a genuine piece of art.

The fact that Optimus, Megs, and Soundwave are represented by fairly flat renders while the Shockwave statue is represented by what appears to be final product photos probably doesn't do the former any favors.

Re: First Look at Pop Culture Shock Collectible G1 Optimus Prime (2069775)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on June 29th, 2020 @ 4:49am CDT

ZeldaTheSwordsman wrote:
-Kanrabat- wrote:The Optimus, Megatron, and Soundwave look like cheap "shampoo bottles."
However that Shockwave statue look SAH-WEET! Yeah yeah, price difference and such. But if one have the money and the space for a statue, might as well go for a genuine piece of art.
The fact that Optimus, Megs, and Soundwave are represented by fairly flat renders while the Shockwave statue is represented by what appears to be final product photos probably doesn't do the former any favors.

There's also the fact that the first 3 are 50$ while shockwave is 220$. Apple and oranges, sure, but it's like showing a MPM just after showing one-steps.