In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger
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While these figures are a bit late, if you've been curious about just how the Collectors' Club's much anticipated new renditions of Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger look, we've got you covered!It's a small collection of images from Twitter users jimclassic and Valkysas, ranging from the standard to the comparisons with previous Timelines figure Packrat to the bizarre. Take a look below and tell us what you think!
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Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1870665)
Posted by DecepticonFinishline on March 30th, 2017 @ 10:57pm CDT
Posted by DecepticonFinishline on March 30th, 2017 @ 10:57pm CDT
WHAT. THE. EFF. Did I just see with those Arcee molds? That's outta some grotesque anime or something!
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1870666)
Posted by Hanzako on March 30th, 2017 @ 11:01pm CDT
Posted by Hanzako on March 30th, 2017 @ 11:01pm CDT
What?
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1870668)
Posted by Bronzewolf on March 30th, 2017 @ 11:08pm CDT
Posted by Bronzewolf on March 30th, 2017 @ 11:08pm CDT
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1870672)
Posted by gantzrunner on March 30th, 2017 @ 11:55pm CDT
Posted by gantzrunner on March 30th, 2017 @ 11:55pm CDT
Those photos of the Arcee molds are nightmare fuel
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1870675)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on March 31st, 2017 @ 12:07am CDT
that's why I let someone else news those AKA the one who found it. I couldn't do it even if Va'al threatened me.
Reasons not to go to bed tonight: I saw that
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on March 31st, 2017 @ 12:07am CDT
gantzrunner wrote:Those photos of the Arcee molds are nightmare fuel
that's why I let someone else news those AKA the one who found it. I couldn't do it even if Va'al threatened me.
Reasons not to go to bed tonight: I saw that
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1870679)
Posted by Terrsolpix on March 31st, 2017 @ 12:39am CDT
Posted by Terrsolpix on March 31st, 2017 @ 12:39am CDT
"Do you think God stays in heaven because he too is afraid of what he has created?" - Steve Buscemi Spy Kids 2
Other than the above, I am speechless.
Other than the above, I am speechless.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1870686)
Posted by Rellko on March 31st, 2017 @ 1:27am CDT
Posted by Rellko on March 31st, 2017 @ 1:27am CDT
I'm sorry, but those Arcee modes are just plain disturbing...
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1870687)
Posted by ToaLeePrime on March 31st, 2017 @ 1:29am CDT
Posted by ToaLeePrime on March 31st, 2017 @ 1:29am CDT
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1870692)
Posted by Carnivius_Prime on March 31st, 2017 @ 2:10am CDT
Posted by Carnivius_Prime on March 31st, 2017 @ 2:10am CDT
Yeah I'm gonna go ahead and agree with the nightmare fuel thing with the Arcee molds there.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1870694)
Posted by Bronzewolf on March 31st, 2017 @ 2:30am CDT
I believe that's the first time I've seen a Spy Kids 2 quote unironically used in conversation. Congratulations are in order.
Posted by Bronzewolf on March 31st, 2017 @ 2:30am CDT
ToaLeePrime wrote:
Terrsolpix wrote:"Do you think God stays in heaven because he too is afraid of what he has created?" - Steve Buscemi Spy Kids 2
I believe that's the first time I've seen a Spy Kids 2 quote unironically used in conversation. Congratulations are in order.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1870696)
Posted by Microraptor on March 31st, 2017 @ 2:59am CDT
Posted by Microraptor on March 31st, 2017 @ 2:59am CDT
Those Arcees give me the heebie-jeebies. They look like an IT crossover.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1870711)
Posted by Big Grim on March 31st, 2017 @ 9:08am CDT
Posted by Big Grim on March 31st, 2017 @ 9:08am CDT
That Fractal is gorgeous!
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1870713)
Posted by o.supreme on March 31st, 2017 @ 9:26am CDT
I'm getting a Transmutate Vibe from one of them (ironically also voiced by Sue Blu) , but I find that episode of BW to be disturbing, so I don't watch it often. I get an excorcist vibe from others...nope, glad I don't have any of these in my collection.
on the other hand...BBTS still has these up for "pre-order" I would have thought they would have got their shipment by now and started distributing them...
Posted by o.supreme on March 31st, 2017 @ 9:26am CDT
Carnivius_Prime wrote:Yeah I'm gonna go ahead and agree with the nightmare fuel thing with the Arcee molds there.
I'm getting a Transmutate Vibe from one of them (ironically also voiced by Sue Blu) , but I find that episode of BW to be disturbing, so I don't watch it often. I get an excorcist vibe from others...nope, glad I don't have any of these in my collection.
on the other hand...BBTS still has these up for "pre-order" I would have thought they would have got their shipment by now and started distributing them...
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1870718)
Posted by It Is Him on March 31st, 2017 @ 9:31am CDT
Posted by It Is Him on March 31st, 2017 @ 9:31am CDT
Those Arcees are going to give me nightmares
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1870724)
Posted by OptimalOptimus2 on March 31st, 2017 @ 9:47am CDT
The dark side of Transformers.
Posted by OptimalOptimus2 on March 31st, 2017 @ 9:47am CDT
The dark side of Transformers.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1870764)
Posted by Sarahthecutevixen on March 31st, 2017 @ 12:33pm CDT
"We toys can see everything Sid. So play nice"
Posted by Sarahthecutevixen on March 31st, 2017 @ 12:33pm CDT
OptimalOptimus2 wrote:
The dark side of Transformers.
"We toys can see everything Sid. So play nice"
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1870770)
Posted by LOST Cybertronian on March 31st, 2017 @ 1:41pm CDT
Posted by LOST Cybertronian on March 31st, 2017 @ 1:41pm CDT
Looks kinda hoe Hasbro would transform it if they were in a display case at a show
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1870773)
Posted by Sarahthecutevixen on March 31st, 2017 @ 1:54pm CDT
To quote VH1's We love toys special, "Looks kind of like a robot right? Did I transform it correctly?"
Posted by Sarahthecutevixen on March 31st, 2017 @ 1:54pm CDT
LOST Cybertronian wrote:Looks kinda hoe Hasbro would transform it if they were in a display case at a show
To quote VH1's We love toys special, "Looks kind of like a robot right? Did I transform it correctly?"
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1870779)
Posted by Flashwave on March 31st, 2017 @ 2:14pm CDT
Nah, Hasbro woulda forgotten an arm or something, or had it sticking straight up.
Posted by Flashwave on March 31st, 2017 @ 2:14pm CDT
LOST Cybertronian wrote:Looks kinda hoe Hasbro would transform it if they were in a display case at a show
Nah, Hasbro woulda forgotten an arm or something, or had it sticking straight up.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1870830)
Posted by WreckerJack on March 31st, 2017 @ 8:03pm CDT
Posted by WreckerJack on March 31st, 2017 @ 8:03pm CDT
Our very own Grimdragon2001 has done a video review of Funpub Transformers Timelines Lifeline and Quickslinger. In this video we can see that Lifeline is a redeco of Thrilling 30 Arcee and Quickslinger is a redeco of Thrilling 30 Flanker. These figures were available through The Hasbro Transformers Collectors' Club.
Lifeline is a Paradon medic from the G1 cartoon. She sports a mint green and white paint job that nearly mirrors Arcee. Quickslinger was once a soldier before she decided to become Lifeline's assistant. If you would like to see some in hand images of these figures please check out this article.
Lifeline is a Paradon medic from the G1 cartoon. She sports a mint green and white paint job that nearly mirrors Arcee. Quickslinger was once a soldier before she decided to become Lifeline's assistant. If you would like to see some in hand images of these figures please check out this article.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1870845)
Posted by Kurona on March 31st, 2017 @ 9:30pm CDT
Posted by Kurona on March 31st, 2017 @ 9:30pm CDT
Mmmm, Lifeline looks lovely. The deco is superb, though I doubt I'll ever have the chance to own her.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1870869)
Posted by Flashwave on April 1st, 2017 @ 12:14am CDT
Eh, you never know. Secondhand market, or one of the online shops might have some extra stock. (not at a reasonable price, mind you, even considering the markup for exclusivity) I liked Lifeline when I saw the announcement. She wasn't a "must have", but a figure I would have been glad to own. Speaking now though as a proud owner, I think I woulda been dissapointed if I had skipped her. So if you ever do get a chance, and are willing to pay a reasonable mark-up, I reccomend you do so. For me, Quickslinger is a neat piece on her own, but as an homage she misses the mark for me. Other than color, nothing makes me think of the Ransack redeco. I mention this, because you might find a loose Lifeline without Quickslinger. And since one cannot hold the other anyway, that might be a satisfactory option for you?
Posted by Flashwave on April 1st, 2017 @ 12:14am CDT
Kurona wrote:Mmmm, Lifeline looks lovely. The deco is superb, though I doubt I'll ever have the chance to own her.
Eh, you never know. Secondhand market, or one of the online shops might have some extra stock. (not at a reasonable price, mind you, even considering the markup for exclusivity) I liked Lifeline when I saw the announcement. She wasn't a "must have", but a figure I would have been glad to own. Speaking now though as a proud owner, I think I woulda been dissapointed if I had skipped her. So if you ever do get a chance, and are willing to pay a reasonable mark-up, I reccomend you do so. For me, Quickslinger is a neat piece on her own, but as an homage she misses the mark for me. Other than color, nothing makes me think of the Ransack redeco. I mention this, because you might find a loose Lifeline without Quickslinger. And since one cannot hold the other anyway, that might be a satisfactory option for you?
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1870961)
Posted by X3ROhour on April 1st, 2017 @ 3:04pm CDT
Posted by X3ROhour on April 1st, 2017 @ 3:04pm CDT
bleh
puke
puke
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1871201)
Posted by Zeedust on April 2nd, 2017 @ 7:44pm CDT
So there's a Cybertronian version of Silent Hill. Good to know.
The colors are beautiful. I was surprised how nice he looked when I opened the box.
I didn't even realize she was a homage until just now when you pointed out that the Ransack repaint was the same colors.
Posted by Zeedust on April 2nd, 2017 @ 7:44pm CDT
Kurona wrote:
So there's a Cybertronian version of Silent Hill. Good to know.
Big Grim wrote:That Fractal is gorgeous!
The colors are beautiful. I was surprised how nice he looked when I opened the box.
Flashwave wrote:For me, Quickslinger is a neat piece on her own, but as an homage she misses the mark for me.
I didn't even realize she was a homage until just now when you pointed out that the Ransack repaint was the same colors.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1871690)
Posted by RK_Striker_JK_5 on April 4th, 2017 @ 3:24pm CDT
Posted by RK_Striker_JK_5 on April 4th, 2017 @ 3:24pm CDT
Well, payment processed for the next two toys.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1872905)
Posted by RNSrobot on April 8th, 2017 @ 7:39pm CDT
Posted by RNSrobot on April 8th, 2017 @ 7:39pm CDT
Lifeline has paint dipped pink hands.
Fortunately I had already decided to cancel the remaining installments and sell the first shipment. Asinine decision.
Fortunately I had already decided to cancel the remaining installments and sell the first shipment. Asinine decision.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1873366)
Posted by gothsaurus on April 10th, 2017 @ 9:42am CDT
Posted by gothsaurus on April 10th, 2017 @ 9:42am CDT
Regarding the painted hands, that's a choice based on where the molded plastic tree colors come out. Can't get around it if you want that color hands.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1873391)
Posted by RNSrobot on April 10th, 2017 @ 11:00am CDT
Fully aware. Questionable decision. Heck initial mockupnhad green hands.
Hope you like ruining the hands if you ever insert her guns.
Posted by RNSrobot on April 10th, 2017 @ 11:00am CDT
gothsaurus wrote:Regarding the painted hands, that's a choice based on where the molded plastic tree colors come out. Can't get around it if you want that color hands.
Fully aware. Questionable decision. Heck initial mockupnhad green hands.
Hope you like ruining the hands if you ever insert her guns.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1873402)
Posted by gothsaurus on April 10th, 2017 @ 11:41am CDT
Posted by gothsaurus on April 10th, 2017 @ 11:41am CDT
I recognized the painted hands and am choosing to simply display the item without guns in hands, thanks.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1873767)
Posted by o.supreme on April 11th, 2017 @ 2:43pm CDT
Posted by o.supreme on April 11th, 2017 @ 2:43pm CDT
wow, total B.S. move BBTS. --If anyone has pre-ordered TFSS 5.0 from them, you should be getting an e-mail soon in you haven't already. They are stating now that because of TFCC combining the figure shipments, they are changing their orders accordingly, they had to have known about this months ago when everyone else was informed as well. I thought they'd do the right thing and just ship the figures I pre-ordered, but nope, they want you to order the whole thing, or nothing at all.--I honestly don't care about the packaging, I just wanted the figures to be able to finish "Wreckage"...and I had them all ordered individually.
So I've just cancelled all my pre-orders, and have to go searching on eBay, who knows, its probably for the best.
So I've just cancelled all my pre-orders, and have to go searching on eBay, who knows, its probably for the best.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1873781)
Posted by RNSrobot on April 11th, 2017 @ 3:12pm CDT
Imo how would bbts have known about the combined packaging? Funpub was less than clear other than stating "we will double ship." I doubt fp gave any more info that etailers than fans. They probably learned of the shenanigans when the toys first arrived as well.
Posted by RNSrobot on April 11th, 2017 @ 3:12pm CDT
o.supreme wrote:wow, total B.S. move BBTS. --If anyone has pre-ordered TFSS 5.0 from them, you should be getting an e-mail soon in you haven't already. They are stating now that because of TFCC combining the figure shipments, they are changing their orders accordingly, they had to have known about this months ago when everyone else was informed as well. I thought they'd do the right thing and just ship the figures I pre-ordered, but nope, they want you to order the whole thing, or nothing at all.--I honestly don't care about the packaging, I just wanted the figures to be able to finish "Wreckage"...and I had them all ordered individually.
So I've just cancelled all my pre-orders, and have to go searching on eBay, who knows, its probably for the best.
Imo how would bbts have known about the combined packaging? Funpub was less than clear other than stating "we will double ship." I doubt fp gave any more info that etailers than fans. They probably learned of the shenanigans when the toys first arrived as well.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1873782)
Posted by Flashwave on April 11th, 2017 @ 3:14pm CDT
If you just got an email, please copy it and paste it into the News and Rumors submission. I think it would do good to sharethis info.
Posted by Flashwave on April 11th, 2017 @ 3:14pm CDT
o.supreme wrote:wow, total B.S. move BBTS. --If anyone has pre-ordered TFSS 5.0 from them, you should be getting an e-mail soon in you haven't already. They are stating now that because of TFCC combining the figure shipments, they are changing their orders accordingly, they had to have known about this months ago when everyone else was informed as well. I thought they'd do the right thing and just ship the figures I pre-ordered, but nope, they want you to order the whole thing, or nothing at all.--I honestly don't care about the packaging, I just wanted the figures to be able to finish "Wreckage"...and I had them all ordered individually.
So I've just cancelled all my pre-orders, and have to go searching on eBay, who gknows, its probably for the best.
If you just got an email, please copy it and paste it into the News and Rumors submission. I think it would do good to sharethis info.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1873789)
Posted by o.supreme on April 11th, 2017 @ 3:25pm CDT
while the identity of which figures would be shipped when, was kept under wraps, the knowledge that 7 figures would be sent in 3 different shipments has been known for a few months now if you search back on this thread, BBTS would have known about this as well. They should have taken down their pre-order listing altogether if they were concerned about "uneven" quantities.
Bottom Line--Instead of paying $80 for Fractyl, they want me to pay $170 for Fractyl & Lifeline, a figure I have no interest in, and I'm sure isn't going for $$90 by itself on eBay. Looks like I can get a better deal on a solo Fracyl anyone, so perhaps this is all for the best, also I've submitted the e-mail to Seibertron news.
Posted by o.supreme on April 11th, 2017 @ 3:25pm CDT
RNSrobot wrote:Imo how would bbts have known about the combined packaging? Funpub was less than clear other than stating "we will double ship." I doubt fp gave any more info that etailers than fans. They probably learned of the shenanigans when the toys first arrived as well.
while the identity of which figures would be shipped when, was kept under wraps, the knowledge that 7 figures would be sent in 3 different shipments has been known for a few months now if you search back on this thread, BBTS would have known about this as well. They should have taken down their pre-order listing altogether if they were concerned about "uneven" quantities.
Bottom Line--Instead of paying $80 for Fractyl, they want me to pay $170 for Fractyl & Lifeline, a figure I have no interest in, and I'm sure isn't going for $$90 by itself on eBay. Looks like I can get a better deal on a solo Fracyl anyone, so perhaps this is all for the best, also I've submitted the e-mail to Seibertron news.
BBTS wrote:Hello,
We have received our shipment for the first two figures in the Transformers Subscription 5.0 series (Fractyl with Scorponok and Lifeline with Quickslinger), and found that instead of being packaged separately as originally solicited, they are packaged together as a set. Due to this change, we have created a new listing for the combined set and moved your preorder(s) to this new listing at the new combined price of $169.99 per set. For your convenience, a direct link to the new listing has been included below:
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail
Our website listing is now up to date and current with the most accurate information and photos available. If this item no longer meets your expectations and you would prefer to cancel your preorder instead, we do understand. To cancel a preorder, simply sign in to your BBTS account and click the blue 'View Preorders' button. From here, reduce the quantity to zero on the preorder you wish to cancel; select 'Update' and it will be removed from your account.
We will be processing preorders for the HAS25382 Transformers Subscription Figure 5.0 - Fractyl with Scorponok & Lifeline with Quickslinger on Monday April 17th, so please make any necessary changes before this date.
We hope that you will enjoy this product when it arrives, and thanks again for preordering from BigBadToyStore!
Sincerely,
BBTS Customer Care
888-980-2287
service@bigbadtoystore.com
www.bigbadtoystore.com
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1873794)
Posted by o.supreme on April 11th, 2017 @ 3:28pm CDT
Posted by o.supreme on April 11th, 2017 @ 3:28pm CDT
delete duplicate post
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1873796)
Posted by RNSrobot on April 11th, 2017 @ 3:30pm CDT
Funpub never said the figures would be shipped together *in one package.* Not once. They said they'd have to end up double shipping to make up for lost time. The email you posted literally states that bbts only learned of the single package when we did. You're blaming bbts for something out of their control.
Funpub fucked up. What else is new? Glad they're dead. Nice people, terrible business people.
Posted by RNSrobot on April 11th, 2017 @ 3:30pm CDT
o.supreme wrote:RNSrobot wrote:Imo how would bbts have known about the combined packaging? Funpub was less than clear other than stating "we will double ship." I doubt fp gave any more info that etailers than fans. They probably learned of the shenanigans when the toys first arrived as well.
while the identity of which figures would be shipped when, was kept under wraps, the knowledge that 7 figures would be sent in 3 different shipments has been known for a few months now if you search back on this thread, BBTS would have known about this as well. They should have taken down their pre-order listing altogether if they were concerned about "uneven" quantities.
Bottom Line--Instead of paying $80 for Fractyl, they want me to pay $170 for Fractyl & Lifeline, a figure I have no interest in, and I'm sure isn't going for $$90 by itself on eBay. Looks like I can get a better deal on a solo Fracyl anyone, so perhaps this is all for the best, also I've submitted the e-mail to Seibertron news.Hello,
We have received our shipment for the first two figures in the Transformers Subscription 5.0 series (Fractyl with Scorponok and Lifeline with Quickslinger), and found that instead of being packaged separately as originally solicited, they are packaged together as a set. Due to this change, we have created a new listing for the combined set and moved your preorder(s) to this new listing at the new combined price of $169.99 per set. For your convenience, a direct link to the new listing has been included below:
Funpub never said the figures would be shipped together *in one package.* Not once. They said they'd have to end up double shipping to make up for lost time. The email you posted literally states that bbts only learned of the single package when we did. You're blaming bbts for something out of their control.
Funpub fucked up. What else is new? Glad they're dead. Nice people, terrible business people.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1873799)
Posted by Sabrblade on April 11th, 2017 @ 3:32pm CDT
Posted by Sabrblade on April 11th, 2017 @ 3:32pm CDT
They're not dead. They're still doing JoeCon for the next few years.RNSrobot wrote:Funpub **** up. What else is new? Glad they're dead. Nice people, terrible business people.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1873807)
Posted by o.supreme on April 11th, 2017 @ 3:43pm CDT
I figured based on last years packaging of Impactor & Bluestreak, this was obvious, it was a cost saving measure. Why ship two figures at the same time, in two separate boxes? That makes no sense... If I as just a single consumer could come to this logical conclusion, how could BBTS not?
So when other subscribers got their figures a month ago...what has BBTS been doing for the past month? I call BS on "they just found out" --They could have separated all the figs from their packaging and mailed them individually, and if they were short some figures, they should be offering compensation for any pre-orders they cant satisfy. They aren't willing to take a loss for a totally preventable error, is what I'm getting at, It's just not good business.
Posted by o.supreme on April 11th, 2017 @ 3:43pm CDT
RNSrobot wrote:Funpub never said the figures would be shipped together *in one package.* Not once.
I figured based on last years packaging of Impactor & Bluestreak, this was obvious, it was a cost saving measure. Why ship two figures at the same time, in two separate boxes? That makes no sense... If I as just a single consumer could come to this logical conclusion, how could BBTS not?
RNSrobot wrote:The email you posted literally states that bbts only learned of the single package when we did. You're blaming bbts for something out of their control.
So when other subscribers got their figures a month ago...what has BBTS been doing for the past month? I call BS on "they just found out" --They could have separated all the figs from their packaging and mailed them individually, and if they were short some figures, they should be offering compensation for any pre-orders they cant satisfy. They aren't willing to take a loss for a totally preventable error, is what I'm getting at, It's just not good business.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1873811)
Posted by RNSrobot on April 11th, 2017 @ 3:47pm CDT
Bluestreak was the mystery bonus figure. As in prior subs, the mystery figure is packaged with the final figure. Has zero t do with the current situation.
"Easily preventable" when funpub can't give straight answers or clear info to folks paying a hundred dollars a pop for a deluxe repaint. I don't get your reasoning, man. Additionally, YOU might not care but a bunch of other folks would be pissed if they just received a loose toy out of nowhere.
Funpub fucked up and there's no winning here for anybody who was legitimately after one figure.
Posted by RNSrobot on April 11th, 2017 @ 3:47pm CDT
o.supreme wrote:RNSrobot wrote:Funpub never said the figures would be shipped together *in one package.* Not once.
I figured based on last years packaging of Impactor & Bluestreak, this was obvious, it was a cost saving measure. Why ship two figures at the same time, in two separate boxes? That makes no sense... If I as just a single consumer could come to this logical conclusion, how could BBTS not?RNSrobot wrote:The email you posted literally states that bbts only learned of the single package when we did. You're blaming bbts for something out of their control.
So when other subscribers got their figures a month ago...what has BBTS been doing for the past month? I call BS on "they just found out" --They could have separated all the figs from their packaging and mailed them individually, and if they were short some figures, they should be offering compensation for any pre-orders they cant satisfy. They aren't willing to take a loss for a totally preventable error, is what I'm getting at, It's just not good business.
Bluestreak was the mystery bonus figure. As in prior subs, the mystery figure is packaged with the final figure. Has zero t do with the current situation.
"Easily preventable" when funpub can't give straight answers or clear info to folks paying a hundred dollars a pop for a deluxe repaint. I don't get your reasoning, man. Additionally, YOU might not care but a bunch of other folks would be pissed if they just received a loose toy out of nowhere.
Funpub fucked up and there's no winning here for anybody who was legitimately after one figure.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1873823)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on April 11th, 2017 @ 5:24pm CDT
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on April 11th, 2017 @ 5:24pm CDT
Seibertronian o.supreme has let us know that Big Bad Toy Store has changed its pre-orders regarding the upcoming Transformers Subscription Service 5.0 figures. The figures, which were originally only going to be sold individually, are now being sold in the 2-packs they are being shipped in. This means that anyone who pre-ordered only a single figure or a few individuals but not the whole group should check their Big Bad Toy Store orders. Big Bad Toy Store will not be splitting the pairs up, so if you only ordered one of the figures from the pair, you are being upgraded to the dual pre-order, which has a price of $169.99.
If this changes your mind as to whether or not you will pre-order, we suggest you go examine your Big Bad Toy Store pre-orders. The figures will be processing next Monday, April 17, and you can only decide whether or not you will keep your pre-orders until that date. We have mirrored o.supreme's email below for you to read.
If this changes your mind as to whether or not you will pre-order, we suggest you go examine your Big Bad Toy Store pre-orders. The figures will be processing next Monday, April 17, and you can only decide whether or not you will keep your pre-orders until that date. We have mirrored o.supreme's email below for you to read.
Hello,
We have received our shipment for the first two figures in the Transformers Subscription 5.0 series (Fractyl with Scorponok and Lifeline with Quickslinger), and found that instead of being packaged separately as originally solicited, they are packaged together as a set. Due to this change, we have created a new listing for the combined set and moved your preorder(s) to this new listing at the new combined price of $169.99 per set. For your convenience, a direct link to the new listing has been included below:
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail
Our website listing is now up to date and current with the most accurate information and photos available. If this item no longer meets your expectations and you would prefer to cancel your preorder instead, we do understand. To cancel a preorder, simply sign in to your BBTS account and click the blue 'View Preorders' button. From here, reduce the quantity to zero on the preorder you wish to cancel; select 'Update' and it will be removed from your account.
We will be processing preorders for the HAS25382 Transformers Subscription Figure 5.0 - Fractyl with Scorponok & Lifeline with Quickslinger on Monday April 17th, so please make any necessary changes before this date.
We hope that you will enjoy this product when it arrives, and thanks again for preordering from BigBadToyStore!
Sincerely,
BBTS Customer Care
888-980-2287
service@bigbadtoystore.com
www.bigbadtoystore.com
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1873847)
Posted by kurthy on April 11th, 2017 @ 7:53pm CDT
Posted by kurthy on April 11th, 2017 @ 7:53pm CDT
I'm guessing bbts is livid. They don't know which pairs to put together for the remaining figures.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1873926)
Posted by mazingaspidey on April 12th, 2017 @ 7:26am CDT
Posted by mazingaspidey on April 12th, 2017 @ 7:26am CDT
I imagine this is going to be a bigger problem for the double pretenders. They were the hot ticket item with wreckage being a neat addon, especially if you had the other subscription. This will be especially bad if they aren't packaged together. Im glad that I got the subscription and sold off the toys that I didn't want, going a la carte through bbts was pricey to begun with, now any profit margins on potentially unwanted toys are going to be limited at best.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1873941)
Posted by Flashwave on April 12th, 2017 @ 8:26am CDT
Thank you for Sharing.
I dont get why BBTS is only just responding to this though? We knew this was coming when TFCC said "We will be sending three installments instead of six." thinking they were gonna be putting out two individual boxes simultaneously and paying twice for shipping just doesnt make a whole lot of sense. Am I the only one who understood that?
Besides that, TFCC was never into this for BBTS. They are not an importer, they are the primary seller. For lack of a better word, these figures are exclusives, no different than BBTS buying and selling Botcon sets, that rhey get from FunPub. This is not Hasbro selling to wholesale and resale markets, this is Funpub selling to their market and BBTS had to get in line eith the rest of us. Moreover, I and others posted unpacking photos a month ago or more. Why is BBTS only now figuring this out? They should have gotten their stock already when we did (give or take time to sort stock and package orders) seen a photo online, something. Were they expecting some kind of different treatment from Fun Pub being store? Why is this only just NOW becoming a thing?
I sympathize with your only wanting a few figures, I have a few wants from 3.0 I could never touch. Bit I also get BBTS not wanting to decide which figure ships loose and who gets the Box.
s to the Pretenders, I will probably end up Ebaying mine. I only wanted the minicons anyway, but if that's what everyone is after, then I will forgo on them and send the box with whichever one comes next
Posted by Flashwave on April 12th, 2017 @ 8:26am CDT
o.supreme wrote:RNSrobot wrote:Imo how would bbts have known about the combined packaging? Funpub was less than clear other than stating "we will double ship." I doubt fp gave any more info that etailers than fans. They probably learned of the shenanigans when the toys first arrived as well.
while the identity of which figures would be shipped when, was kept under wraps, the knowledge that 7 figures would be sent in 3 different shipments has been known for a few months now if you search back on this thread, BBTS would have known about this as well. They should have taken down their pre-order listing altogether if they were concerned about "uneven" quantities.
Bottom Line--Instead of paying $80 for Fractyl, they want me to pay $170 for Fractyl & Lifeline, a figure I have no interest in, and I'm sure isn't going for $$90 by itself on eBay. Looks like I can get a better deal on a solo Fracyl anyone, so perhaps this is all for the best, also I've submitted the e-mail to Seibertron news.BBTS wrote:Hello,
We have received our shipment for the first two figures in the Transformers Subscription 5.0 series (Fractyl with Scorponok and Lifeline with Quickslinger), and found that instead of being packaged separately as originally solicited, they are packaged together as a set. Due to this change, we have created a new listing for the combined set and moved your preorder(s) to this new listing at the new combined price of $169.99 per set. For your convenience, a direct link to the new listing has been included below:
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail
Our website listing is now up to date and current with the most accurate information and photos available. If this item no longer meets your expectations and you would prefer to cancel your preorder instead, we do understand. To cancel a preorder, simply sign in to your BBTS account and click the blue 'View Preorders' button. From here, reduce the quantity to zero on the preorder you wish to cancel; select 'Update' and it will be removed from your account.
We will be processing preorders for the HAS25382 Transformers Subscription Figure 5.0 - Fractyl with Scorponok & Lifeline with Quickslinger on Monday April 17th, so please make any necessary changes before this date.
We hope that you will enjoy this product when it arrives, and thanks again for preordering from BigBadToyStore!
Sincerely,
BBTS Customer Care
888-980-2287
service@bigbadtoystore.com
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com
Thank you for Sharing.
I dont get why BBTS is only just responding to this though? We knew this was coming when TFCC said "We will be sending three installments instead of six." thinking they were gonna be putting out two individual boxes simultaneously and paying twice for shipping just doesnt make a whole lot of sense. Am I the only one who understood that?
Besides that, TFCC was never into this for BBTS. They are not an importer, they are the primary seller. For lack of a better word, these figures are exclusives, no different than BBTS buying and selling Botcon sets, that rhey get from FunPub. This is not Hasbro selling to wholesale and resale markets, this is Funpub selling to their market and BBTS had to get in line eith the rest of us. Moreover, I and others posted unpacking photos a month ago or more. Why is BBTS only now figuring this out? They should have gotten their stock already when we did (give or take time to sort stock and package orders) seen a photo online, something. Were they expecting some kind of different treatment from Fun Pub being store? Why is this only just NOW becoming a thing?
I sympathize with your only wanting a few figures, I have a few wants from 3.0 I could never touch. Bit I also get BBTS not wanting to decide which figure ships loose and who gets the Box.
s to the Pretenders, I will probably end up Ebaying mine. I only wanted the minicons anyway, but if that's what everyone is after, then I will forgo on them and send the box with whichever one comes next
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1873953)
Posted by gothsaurus on April 12th, 2017 @ 9:03am CDT
Posted by gothsaurus on April 12th, 2017 @ 9:03am CDT
I think part of this is that BBTS having to supply new packing and box for figures (instead of FunPub supplying all the boxes) — plus time to repackage — all costs money. I'm guessing this may be the sole reason for the change. They might not be able to make any profit without changing the plan. 
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1873955)
Posted by mazingaspidey on April 12th, 2017 @ 9:12am CDT
while the identity of which figures would be shipped when, was kept under wraps, the knowledge that 7 figures would be sent in 3 different shipments has been known for a few months now if you search back on this thread, BBTS would have known about this as well. They should have taken down their pre-order listing altogether if they were concerned about "uneven" quantities.
Bottom Line--Instead of paying $80 for Fractyl, they want me to pay $170 for Fractyl & Lifeline, a figure I have no interest in, and I'm sure isn't going for $$90 by itself on eBay. Looks like I can get a better deal on a solo Fracyl anyone, so perhaps this is all for the best, also I've submitted the e-mail to Seibertron news.
[quote="BBTS"]Hello,
We have received our shipment for the first two figures in the Transformers Subscription 5.0 series (Fractyl with Scorponok and Lifeline with Quickslinger), and found that instead of being packaged separately as originally solicited, they are packaged together as a set. Due to this change, we have created a new listing for the combined set and moved your preorder(s) to this new listing at the new combined price of $169.99 per set. For your convenience, a direct link to the new listing has been included
I did sell Lifeline for $110 shipped on ebay.
Posted by mazingaspidey on April 12th, 2017 @ 9:12am CDT
o.supreme wrote:RNSrobot wrote:Imo how would bbts have known about the combined packaging? Funpub was less than clear other than stating "we will double ship." I doubt fp gave any more info that etailers than fans. They probably learned of the shenanigans when the toys first arrived as well.
while the identity of which figures would be shipped when, was kept under wraps, the knowledge that 7 figures would be sent in 3 different shipments has been known for a few months now if you search back on this thread, BBTS would have known about this as well. They should have taken down their pre-order listing altogether if they were concerned about "uneven" quantities.
Bottom Line--Instead of paying $80 for Fractyl, they want me to pay $170 for Fractyl & Lifeline, a figure I have no interest in, and I'm sure isn't going for $$90 by itself on eBay. Looks like I can get a better deal on a solo Fracyl anyone, so perhaps this is all for the best, also I've submitted the e-mail to Seibertron news.
[quote="BBTS"]Hello,
We have received our shipment for the first two figures in the Transformers Subscription 5.0 series (Fractyl with Scorponok and Lifeline with Quickslinger), and found that instead of being packaged separately as originally solicited, they are packaged together as a set. Due to this change, we have created a new listing for the combined set and moved your preorder(s) to this new listing at the new combined price of $169.99 per set. For your convenience, a direct link to the new listing has been included
I did sell Lifeline for $110 shipped on ebay.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1873956)
Posted by Flashwave on April 12th, 2017 @ 9:14am CDT
I am sure thats it. I am more still stuck on why this is news to BBTS. They been in hand for a while, even leaving aside FP's consistant, if irregular emails.
Posted by Flashwave on April 12th, 2017 @ 9:14am CDT
gothsaurus wrote:I think part of this is that BBTS having to supply new packing and box for figures (instead of FunPub supplying all the boxes) — plus time to repackage — all costs money. I'm guessing this may be the sole reason for the change. They might not be able to make any profit without changing the plan.
I am sure thats it. I am more still stuck on why this is news to BBTS. They been in hand for a while, even leaving aside FP's consistant, if irregular emails.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1875358)
Posted by mazingaspidey on April 18th, 2017 @ 9:41pm CDT
Posted by mazingaspidey on April 18th, 2017 @ 9:41pm CDT
So do we have any word on when the second shipment of toys is being mailed out? I was billed for the second installment weeks ago.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1875700)
Posted by Zeedust on April 19th, 2017 @ 11:35pm CDT
If they ever say, it's news to me. As far as I know, we don't find out until someone gets theirs.
I'd kinda like to know too, though, I'm irrationally excited about the Double Pretenders and the waiting is starting to drive me crazy.
Posted by Zeedust on April 19th, 2017 @ 11:35pm CDT
mazingaspidey wrote:So do we have any word on when the second shipment of toys is being mailed out? I was billed for the second installment weeks ago.
If they ever say, it's news to me. As far as I know, we don't find out until someone gets theirs.
I'd kinda like to know too, though, I'm irrationally excited about the Double Pretenders and the waiting is starting to drive me crazy.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1875735)
Posted by Kurona on April 20th, 2017 @ 6:12am CDT
Posted by Kurona on April 20th, 2017 @ 6:12am CDT
Well, it's apparently shipped now.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1875750)
Posted by durroth on April 20th, 2017 @ 8:03am CDT
Posted by durroth on April 20th, 2017 @ 8:03am CDT
The way I see it, this is pretty much all on BBTS. Funpub has no obligation to cater to the resellers. I can understand people being upset but blaming it on Funpub is kinda dumb.
Re: In-hand images of TFCC Lifeline, Fractyl, Scorponok and Quickslinger (1875751)
Posted by mazingaspidey on April 20th, 2017 @ 8:12am CDT
Posted by mazingaspidey on April 20th, 2017 @ 8:12am CDT
I agree completely. I wound up making my decision after BBTS listed their pre-order prices. I wanted both of the double-pretenders, and realized that to pre-order both would cost just as much as paying for the subscription and selling off lifeline and scorponok, which I did. I Nabbed a Bludgeon and Impactor from from the TFCC store, put my spare limbs on Bludgeon to make a custom Thunder Mayhem, and am basically getting Wreckage for free (minus Bluestreak but I'll just use the freebie figure as the last limb).
