In-Hand Images of Transformers Masterpiece MP-35 Grapple
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Feb 24, 2017 at 2:37am CST
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Comment by frogbat
Feb 24, 2017
glorious, i have inferno who I couldn't resist getting together with red alert. The engineering is fantastic as are the different front fascias for the anime vs toy look. If there's anyone who hasn't got a version of this mould.. it's definitely one of the best figures to date.
And though I'm trying to avoid repaints cos well i'm broke, I will be getting grapple as he's one of the figures I always wanted to most as a kid, still have my g1 and an encore. Admittedly wasn't a fan of the generations figure...
And though I'm trying to avoid repaints cos well i'm broke, I will be getting grapple as he's one of the figures I always wanted to most as a kid, still have my g1 and an encore. Admittedly wasn't a fan of the generations figure...
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Comment by Cyberpath
Feb 24, 2017
I have Inferno so I already know what to expect, but here's a review by The Chosen Prime for anyone's interested --
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Comment by xMXUx
Feb 24, 2017
Wow, I'm impressed by how different the transformation is compared to Inferno, despite the vehicle modes being so similar 
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Comment by Cyberpath
Feb 25, 2017
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Comment by Va'al
Feb 25, 2017
From fellow Seibertronian Cyberpath, we have a double-feature today focusing on the latest non Beast Wars Masterpiece figure from Takara Tomy Transformers: MP-35 Grapple! We've seen some in-hand images already, but toy blogger Alfes2010 has a batch more, and The Chosen Prime have also uploaded a video review of this Inferno retool with new paint. Check it all out mirrored and embedded below for your viewing convenience.
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He looks more plain than the slice of bread I had this morning.
Comment by william-james88
Feb 25, 2017
He looks more plain than the slice of bread I had this morning.
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Comment by SW's SilverHammer
Feb 25, 2017
10/10 would haul again.
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Comment by Sabrblade
Feb 25, 2017
Heh. Using the other helmet helps to break up the sea of orange.william-james88 wrote:He looks more plain than the slice of bread I had this morning.
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Comment by Va'al
Feb 26, 2017
With Takara Tomy's Transformers Masterpiece MP-35 Grapple, instead, Hasbro Asia will be releasing a collectable diecast minifigure of Ultra Magnus, who also already appeared in the MP toyline. You can check out below the image courtesy of site sponsor Robot Kingdom!
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Comment by Cyberpath
Feb 26, 2017
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You plan on getting him?
Comment by fenrir72
Feb 26, 2017
william-james88 wrote:
He looks more plain than the slice of bread I had this morning.
You plan on getting him?
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Any chance of getting him now without paying a fortune?
Comment by nycPrime
Feb 26, 2017
fenrir72 wrote:william-james88 wrote:
He looks more plain than the slice of bread I had this morning.
You plan on getting him?
Any chance of getting him now without paying a fortune?
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I gind these very expensive. I would only get either of them if I could get them for a good price. Like less than $100 shipped.
And he is still available for standard retail prices, you can get him at nippon yassan: https://www.nippon-yasan.com/figures/18 ... apple.html
Comment by william-james88
Feb 26, 2017
fenrir72 wrote:You plan on getting him?
I gind these very expensive. I would only get either of them if I could get them for a good price. Like less than $100 shipped.
And he is still available for standard retail prices, you can get him at nippon yassan: https://www.nippon-yasan.com/figures/18 ... apple.html
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I feel the negativity feedback of the lack of details from Inferno may be holding you back. But don't deprive yourself of the joy of owning him. Remember the negativity on MP-IH? Also, Grapple does have a tad more details than Inferno.
Comment by fenrir72
Feb 26, 2017
william-james88 wrote:fenrir72 wrote:You plan on getting him?
I gind these very expensive. I would only get either of them if I could get them for a good price. Like less than $100 shipped.
And he is still available for standard retail prices, you can get him at nippon yassan: https://www.nippon-yasan.com/figures/18 ... apple.html
I feel the negativity feedback of the lack of details from Inferno may be holding you back. But don't deprive yourself of the joy of owning him. Remember the negativity on MP-IH? Also, Grapple does have a tad more details than Inferno.
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Its not so much negativity, but the fact that Inferno and Grapple are not worth paying over 100 bucks for.
Comment by Ironhidensh
Feb 27, 2017
fenrir72 wrote:william-james88 wrote:fenrir72 wrote:You plan on getting him?
I gind these very expensive. I would only get either of them if I could get them for a good price. Like less than $100 shipped.
And he is still available for standard retail prices, you can get him at nippon yassan: https://www.nippon-yasan.com/figures/18 ... apple.html
I feel the negativity feedback of the lack of details from Inferno may be holding you back. But don't deprive yourself of the joy of owning him. Remember the negativity on MP-IH? Also, Grapple does have a tad more details than Inferno.
Its not so much negativity, but the fact that Inferno and Grapple are not worth paying over 100 bucks for.
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Its the price that is holding me back. I paid $60 USD for Ironhide. If someone was selling MP Inferno or Grapple for that price, I would buy it. I would be uch more forgiving of the lack of detail and plain-ness if they were $60.
Comment by william-james88
Feb 27, 2017
fenrir72 wrote:I feel the negativity feedback of the lack of details from Inferno may be holding you back. But don't deprive yourself of the joy of owning him. Remember the negativity on MP-IH? Also, Grapple does have a tad more details than Inferno.
Its the price that is holding me back. I paid $60 USD for Ironhide. If someone was selling MP Inferno or Grapple for that price, I would buy it. I would be uch more forgiving of the lack of detail and plain-ness if they were $60.
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Based on your previous statement I thought it was the lack of molding details. Anyways, being pragmatic, costs also factors in big time. Trouble is, great molds appreciate too fast in the secondary market and are so gone ,while misses like the Tracks mold drops like a hot potato. (And Mitsubishi must be charging an arm and a leg for the license (and yet I find nary an actual Mitsubishi emblem on Inferno
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I hear you too IHD. But on your side of the fence, I don't think it's the cost issues that bothers you but more on the "zing" of the figure. I'm also a bit like you with regards to Beastwars (though I did get the recent MP Munky and haven't regretted the decision). Though you have to admit, when it came to the IH mold, it did impressed you eventually.
Comment by fenrir72
Feb 27, 2017
william-james88 wrote:fenrir72 wrote:I feel the negativity feedback of the lack of details from Inferno may be holding you back. But don't deprive yourself of the joy of owning him. Remember the negativity on MP-IH? Also, Grapple does have a tad more details than Inferno.
Its the price that is holding me back. I paid $60 USD for Ironhide. If someone was selling MP Inferno or Grapple for that price, I would buy it.
Based on your previous statement I thought it was the lack of molding details. Anyways, being pragmatic, costs also factors in big time. Trouble is, great molds appreciate too fast in the secondary market and are so gone ,while misses like the Tracks mold drops like a hot potato. (And Mitsubishi must be charging an arm and a leg for the license (and yet I find nary an actual Mitsubishi emblem on Inferno
)Ironhidensh wrote:fenrir72 wrote:william-james88 wrote:fenrir72 wrote:You plan on getting him?
I gind these very expensive. I would only get either of them if I could get them for a good price. Like less than $100 shipped.
And he is still available for standard retail prices, you can get him at nippon yassan: https://www.nippon-yasan.com/figures/18 ... apple.html
I feel the negativity feedback of the lack of details from Inferno may be holding you back. But don't deprive yourself of the joy of owning him. Remember the negativity on MP-IH? Also, Grapple does have a tad more details than Inferno.
Its not so much negativity, but the fact that Inferno and Grapple are not worth paying over 100 bucks for.
I hear you too IHD. But on your side of the fence, I don't think it's the cost issues that bothers you but more on the "zing" of the figure. I'm also a bit like you with regards to Beastwars (though I did get the recent MP Munky and haven't regretted the decision). Though you have to admit, when it came to the IH mold, it did impressed you eventually.
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The lack of detail is just a very easy visual factor t point out when showing the contrast behind the price and what you are getting for it. Ironhide was 7000 yen (while inferno is 11000) and while both dont have the most of detail, I am more forgiving of ironhide especially with the ton of accessories. Of all the MPs so far, I would say Ironhide has the best value.
Now for the secondary market, things are changing. Takara and Hasbro have started reissuing plenty. MP 10 and Soundwave are good examples, but there is also wheeljack and magnus. If these sell out before I have a chance of getting them for a decent price, then I can always wait for a rerelease. Development cost is high so Takara is bound to rerelease them and i can wait. Plus as I wait, you will have people liquidating their collections and I really dont mind getting a second hand MP toy, especially when most collectors just pose them like statues.
So I have plenty of options in the long run and I am waiting this guy out.
Comment by william-james88
Feb 27, 2017
fenrir72 wrote:Based on your previous statement I thought it was the lack of molding details. Anyways, being pragmatic, costs also factors in big time. Trouble is, great molds appreciate too fast in the secondary market and are so gone ,while misses like the Tracks mold drops like a hot potato. (And Mitsubishi must be charging an arm and a leg for the license (and yet I find nary an actual Mitsubishi emblem on Inferno
The lack of detail is just a very easy visual factor t point out when showing the contrast behind the price and what you are getting for it. Ironhide was 7000 yen (while inferno is 11000) and while both dont have the most of detail, I am more forgiving of ironhide especially with the ton of accessories. Of all the MPs so far, I would say Ironhide has the best value.
Now for the secondary market, things are changing. Takara and Hasbro have started reissuing plenty. MP 10 and Soundwave are good examples, but there is also wheeljack and magnus. If these sell out before I have a chance of getting them for a decent price, then I can always wait for a rerelease. Development cost is high so Takara is bound to rerelease them and i can wait. Plus as I wait, you will have people liquidating their collections and I really dont mind getting a second hand MP toy, especially when most collectors just pose them like statues.
So I have plenty of options in the long run and I am waiting this guy out.
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Comment by Ironhidensh
Feb 27, 2017
Ironhide did eventually grow on me. Inferno still hasnt, and I'll let you know about grapple in a couple hours.
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plz do
Comment by Bumblebee21
Feb 27, 2017
Ironhidensh wrote:Ironhide did eventually grow on me. Inferno still hasnt, and I'll let you know about grapple in a couple hours.
plz do
