More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure
Wednesday, May 4th, 2022 4:18PM CDT
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While we don't have a listing anywhere in the west for Transformers MPM-13 Blackout, we do have a lot of info on this toy thanks to Sam Smith, the designer of MPM Blackout who has now made several posts on Instagram giving us an inside scoop on the toy. We have lots of comparisons of the CAD model compared to the SS Blackout toy, as well as with other MPM toys. We even have a 360 video. All of that is below, enjoy!
“Blackout incoming… All hail Megatron!”
Im thrilled to officially share the US debut of MPM Blackout. This was such a fun character to develop with Tomo Tatsumi at Takara Tomorrow. Blackout was by far my favorite design from the first Transformers film, and it was great to get the chance to contribute to an all new version of the figure.
This bot mode is loaded with articulation, fine textures, painted mechanical working, weathering and never before used details. We tried pulling out all the stops to set this figure apart from the Studio Series Release. There are so many exposed tech panels, where we were able to treat the figure with metallic washes and dry brush effects, while also highlighting some awesome copper details to really make them pop. Every piece of dark exposed metallic plastic, was treated with some level of weathering to capture the distressed movie look.
I think the detailing that I was most excited for the on robot mode have to be the subtle additions to the face (yellow pin striping over the eyebrows) along with the “NO STEP” printed on the tops of his hands, as you see him reaching for the server unit inside of the base.
As we make our way to the weaponry, this Blackout is geared up. The figure includes dual mind guns which can be utilized in both robot and vehicle modes, along with a rotating chest port to reveal the chest cannon that he uses in the airfare base. Additionally Blackout includes 2 all new PVC blast effects which use our 3mm post system, and can be plugged into any of these weapon locations.
Lastly, he includes his screen accurate arm mounted rotor blades, with a rotating top surface to alternate between the helicopter accurate face, vs the robot weaponized surface.
*About Alt Mode*
“Sir, it says here 4500X was shot down three months ago in Afghanistan.”
“That’s got to be a mistake, check again then re-check”
There is so much detail on the vehicle mode for Blackout, and it was great to have a format to help bring some of those details to life. Blackout is based on a licensed Sikorsky MH-53 Pave Low helicopter (USAF REG 4500X). As far as the helicopter is concerned, it is the most accurate representation that we have ever taken on. It features an enclosed finished bottom to the hull, a function cargo ramp (to store Scorponok) articulating tail fin, rotors and fuel rod and landing gear.
Did I mention that this helicopter is massive? 21.5 inches long from end to end vs the Studio Series version at 17.5. and it has the ability to stow like a real MH-53.
The alt mode also features green tinted overhead windows to help cut down on the glare for the pilots, yellow window gaskets, and painted cabin windows along the full hull. From all the latch release, no step, pilot markings, lighting, and engine pin striping. I did my best to capture everything that we see in the film. There were so many compelling fine details that we discovered while sifting through thousands of Maya texture files, and it was great to see them applied to the helicopter.
*About Scorponok*
“NO, I DON’T HAVE A CREDIT CARD!!”
You can’t have Blackout with out Scorponok. A great companion piece, with some nice die-cast to the torso to add some heft the the character. Scorponok stows nicely into the rear storage compartment of helicopter.
His body is equipped with 10points of articulation, and he gets a good amount of bronze metallic paint to help accentuate some of his sculpted detail. At 5.5” long he’s a pretty sizable companion addition to the pack.
Now that we’ve seen Blackout sized up against his SS version, it would only be right to take a look at this character amongst his intended deception legion. Shown here is the scale comparison between MPM-8 (MEGATRON) and MPM-10 (STARSCREAM) bot and vehicle modes.
There were a number of questions in regards to the scale of this character against the existing SS-08 Blackout release, so I put together a few images to showcase the size and characters side by side to help showcase some of the differences in the details.
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Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2132686)
Posted by TulioDude on May 4th, 2022 @ 6:03pm CDT
Posted by TulioDude on May 4th, 2022 @ 6:03pm CDT
He looks better by each photo!
I hope he can store Scorponok on his back.
Day 855 of waiting for Transformers Armada Masterpiece news.
I hope he can store Scorponok on his back.
Day 855 of waiting for Transformers Armada Masterpiece news.
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2132691)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on May 4th, 2022 @ 8:43pm CDT
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on May 4th, 2022 @ 8:43pm CDT
Dang he looks fantastic, I appreciate how much love went into his design!
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2132695)
Posted by william-james88 on May 4th, 2022 @ 8:52pm CDT
Posted by william-james88 on May 4th, 2022 @ 8:52pm CDT
I don't collect all the MPM line, I see them more as single pieces to showcase rather than parts of a shelf or collection. And this is one guy I would 100% want to display. I remember seeing the Blackout design when it was oe of the first ones leaked and I just thought "man, I want to see how they can make a toy of that". It took a while to finally get a good one with the SS release but this one seems even better. I really like the look of his legs from the side. Not a fan of how they are handling his upper arms but I think that's just an issue with the design itself.
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2132714)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on May 5th, 2022 @ 8:03am CDT
Posted by -Kanrabat- on May 5th, 2022 @ 8:03am CDT
Once again I have to say that I'm really impressed how this MPM turned out.
I was disappointed by Starscream, but I have a good feeling about this Blackout.
I was disappointed by Starscream, but I have a good feeling about this Blackout.
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2132719)
Posted by blackeyedprime on May 5th, 2022 @ 11:32am CDT
Posted by blackeyedprime on May 5th, 2022 @ 11:32am CDT
Those photos really make the upper arms look bad, no doubt it will look great in hand though.
On the fence for this guy.
On the fence for this guy.
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2132733)
Posted by EvasionModeBumblebee on May 5th, 2022 @ 3:55pm CDT
Confirmed!
Posted by EvasionModeBumblebee on May 5th, 2022 @ 3:55pm CDT
TulioDude wrote:He looks better by each photo!
I hope he can store Scorponok on his back.
Confirmed!
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2132766)
Posted by TulioDude on May 5th, 2022 @ 10:18pm CDT
Posted by TulioDude on May 5th, 2022 @ 10:18pm CDT
EvasionModeBumblebee wrote:TulioDude wrote:He looks better by each photo!
I hope he can store Scorponok on his back.
Confirmed!
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2133489)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on May 13th, 2022 @ 8:33pm CDT
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on May 13th, 2022 @ 8:33pm CDT
Everything about this MPM is awesome. I cannot wait to have him!
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2135932)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on June 13th, 2022 @ 1:56pm CDT
Posted by -Kanrabat- on June 13th, 2022 @ 1:56pm CDT
Greetings Seibertronians!
Once again, PvP is the first to provide a video review for the highly anticipated MPM-13 Blackout!
You can see the thing in all its glory wldown below:
Meanwhile, I'll enjoy that popcorn salted with the many tears of some users.
Once again, PvP is the first to provide a video review for the highly anticipated MPM-13 Blackout!
You can see the thing in all its glory wldown below:
Meanwhile, I'll enjoy that popcorn salted with the many tears of some users.
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2135935)
Posted by blackeyedprime on June 13th, 2022 @ 2:56pm CDT
Posted by blackeyedprime on June 13th, 2022 @ 2:56pm CDT
does he compare it to the Black Mamba Blackout or am I gonna have to wait for a real reviewer that buys their questionable goods from reputable retailers 
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2135940)
Posted by EvasionModeBumblebee on June 13th, 2022 @ 4:56pm CDT
Posted by EvasionModeBumblebee on June 13th, 2022 @ 4:56pm CDT
Man, Blackout looks spectacular, the way the weapon can integrate into the main rotor is so cool! I think my only nitpick with it is the feet should be wider, but that's really it. Can't wait to get this figure, hopefully it goes up for preorder soon!
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2135941)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on June 13th, 2022 @ 5:37pm CDT
So, you're questioning his "morality" while you're buying K.O?
Hmmmmmm...... Double standards much?
What proof do you have that this MPM was not bought legitimately? Is it the lack of the second gun, no box, and especially the lack of preorders ANYWHERE? And no price? PvP is cleaner than a saint, I tell you!
But seriously, let's consider this review as a "leak". At least it gives the clear idea that this Blackout blow the SS and oversized K.O out of the waters. (Yes, the comparison was done at least.)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on June 13th, 2022 @ 5:37pm CDT
blackeyedprime wrote:does he compare it to the Black Mamba Blackout or am I gonna have to wait for a real reviewer that buys their questionable goods from reputable retailers
So, you're questioning his "morality" while you're buying K.O?
Hmmmmmm...... Double standards much?
What proof do you have that this MPM was not bought legitimately? Is it the lack of the second gun, no box, and especially the lack of preorders ANYWHERE? And no price? PvP is cleaner than a saint, I tell you!
But seriously, let's consider this review as a "leak". At least it gives the clear idea that this Blackout blow the SS and oversized K.O out of the waters. (Yes, the comparison was done at least.)
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2135947)
Posted by blackeyedprime on June 13th, 2022 @ 8:11pm CDT
Good to know he (probably) had to buy his KO legitimately hahahhaha
Definitely interested in this MP I'd be interested to see him alongside Unique Toys Sworder (sandstorm) in vehicle mode too even if the robot styles dont mesh and that is a bit of a tabby pain to get to copter mode if I'm remembering right.
Posted by blackeyedprime on June 13th, 2022 @ 8:11pm CDT
-Kanrabat- wrote:blackeyedprime wrote:does he compare it to the Black Mamba Blackout or am I gonna have to wait for a real reviewer that buys their questionable goods from reputable retailers
So, you're questioning his "morality" while you're buying K.O?
Hmmmmmm...... Double standards much?
What proof do you have that this MPM was not bought legitimately? Is it the lack of the second gun, no box, and especially the lack of preorders ANYWHERE? And no price? PvP is cleaner than a saint, I tell you!
But seriously, let's consider this review as a "leak". At least it gives the clear idea that this Blackout blow the SS and oversized K.O out of the waters. (Yes, the comparison was done at least.)
Good to know he (probably) had to buy his KO legitimately hahahhaha
Definitely interested in this MP I'd be interested to see him alongside Unique Toys Sworder (sandstorm) in vehicle mode too even if the robot styles dont mesh and that is a bit of a tabby pain to get to copter mode if I'm remembering right.
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2136001)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on June 15th, 2022 @ 6:53pm CDT
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on June 15th, 2022 @ 6:53pm CDT
Thanks to our standard source of early images, PrimevsPrime, we have new in hand images of the upcoming Transformers Movie Masterpiece MPM-13 Blackout. Blackout is a brand new mold which captures the look of the very first Transformer ever seen in live action on the big screen, and transforms into his helicopter mode complete with Scorponok mini-figure. This figure also includes blast effects for his guns, as well as the detachable section of the rotor to finally give him a movie accurate weapon while maintaining his back rotors.
This figure should be available for preorder soon, presumably from Target.
Check out the images below, and let us know what you think in the comments section below.
This figure should be available for preorder soon, presumably from Target.
Check out the images below, and let us know what you think in the comments section below.
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2136029)
Posted by I_AM... MEGATRON! on June 15th, 2022 @ 8:07pm CDT
Posted by I_AM... MEGATRON! on June 15th, 2022 @ 8:07pm CDT
Shouldn't he be FAR taller than Optimus or Megs? Guess he's not in scale then...
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2136033)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on June 15th, 2022 @ 8:45pm CDT
Movie 1 Megatron was bigger than Blackout. Grindor in RotF was much bigger than them
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on June 15th, 2022 @ 8:45pm CDT
I_AM... MEGATRON! wrote:Shouldn't he be FAR taller than Optimus or Megs? Guess he's not in scale then...
Movie 1 Megatron was bigger than Blackout. Grindor in RotF was much bigger than them
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2136034)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on June 15th, 2022 @ 8:48pm CDT
According to this chart, you're right. But even MPM Optimus is not in scale.
I think the best respect of scale so far is in the Studio Series.
Posted by -Kanrabat- on June 15th, 2022 @ 8:48pm CDT
I_AM... MEGATRON! wrote:Shouldn't he be FAR taller than Optimus or Megs? Guess he's not in scale then...
According to this chart, you're right. But even MPM Optimus is not in scale.
I think the best respect of scale so far is in the Studio Series.
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2136046)
Posted by Big Grim on June 16th, 2022 @ 6:23am CDT
Posted by Big Grim on June 16th, 2022 @ 6:23am CDT
Gods, he looks magnificent! Glad I held off on buying Grindor and Ravage now. This is far superior. The only movie Decepticon I really like the design of, this MPM shall replace the original Blackout toy I still have on my shelves. (One of two movie figures I still own.)
~ Grim
~ Grim
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2136047)
Posted by DeathReviews on June 16th, 2022 @ 8:52am CDT
Posted by DeathReviews on June 16th, 2022 @ 8:52am CDT
I won't take away from those who want to get this Blackout figure. But I'm not going to get one. I had the 2007 Blackout voyager figure, but wound up ditching it for several reasons. And all of those reasons seem to have carried over to every re-make of Blackout, whether it be Studio Series, Masterpiece, or other.
The figure is just too floppy and fiddly. It takes too much time and effort to transform it, making the transformation a frustrating chore. Neither mode seems to hold together very well. The robot mode is hampered with far too much kibble getting in the way - the rotors, the flaps, and all kinds of things which make the articulation joints pointless because you can't extend any of the limbs without parts crashing. And the thing just takes up too much space. The rotor blades extend out so far, you have to clear out half a shelf just for this one figure.
So, polite pass.
The figure is just too floppy and fiddly. It takes too much time and effort to transform it, making the transformation a frustrating chore. Neither mode seems to hold together very well. The robot mode is hampered with far too much kibble getting in the way - the rotors, the flaps, and all kinds of things which make the articulation joints pointless because you can't extend any of the limbs without parts crashing. And the thing just takes up too much space. The rotor blades extend out so far, you have to clear out half a shelf just for this one figure.
So, polite pass.
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2136092)
Posted by Cheesinator on June 17th, 2022 @ 9:55am CDT
Funnily, most of these are reasons I'm excited for this guy. Loooove these figures that really look and feel like complex, living machines (which, for all their faults, is an aesthetic the Bayverse movies absolutely nailed), with innumerable and overlaying parts, for whom transformation will be occasional but a full-on project. Plus that massive shelf presence is so cool.
Definitely agreed that this is more of a display piece than a toy though. Can't imagine recommending this to someone who's planning to play with it a lot.
Posted by Cheesinator on June 17th, 2022 @ 9:55am CDT
DeathReviews wrote:I won't take away from those who want to get this Blackout figure. But I'm not going to get one. I had the 2007 Blackout voyager figure, but wound up ditching it for several reasons. And all of those reasons seem to have carried over to every re-make of Blackout, whether it be Studio Series, Masterpiece, or other.
The figure is just too floppy and fiddly. It takes too much time and effort to transform it, making the transformation a frustrating chore. Neither mode seems to hold together very well. The robot mode is hampered with far too much kibble getting in the way - the rotors, the flaps, and all kinds of things which make the articulation joints pointless because you can't extend any of the limbs without parts crashing. And the thing just takes up too much space. The rotor blades extend out so far, you have to clear out half a shelf just for this one figure.
So, polite pass.
Funnily, most of these are reasons I'm excited for this guy. Loooove these figures that really look and feel like complex, living machines (which, for all their faults, is an aesthetic the Bayverse movies absolutely nailed), with innumerable and overlaying parts, for whom transformation will be occasional but a full-on project. Plus that massive shelf presence is so cool.
Definitely agreed that this is more of a display piece than a toy though. Can't imagine recommending this to someone who's planning to play with it a lot.
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2136101)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on June 17th, 2022 @ 11:22am CDT
For those, I'd recommend the old Fast Action Battler. Transformation is simple, he looks the part, and he's solid fun!
Posted by -Kanrabat- on June 17th, 2022 @ 11:22am CDT
Cheesinator wrote:Definitely agreed that this is more of a display piece than a toy though. Can't imagine recommending this to someone who's planning to play with it a lot.
For those, I'd recommend the old Fast Action Battler. Transformation is simple, he looks the part, and he's solid fun!
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2138658)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on July 21st, 2022 @ 2:05am CDT
Posted by -Kanrabat- on July 21st, 2022 @ 2:05am CDT
For those who want him, MPM-13 Blackout's preorder are now open at Amazon.jp for 16797JPY as I write this.
https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/Transform ... B0B5SRY2JD?tag=seibertron00-22&
For Canada, here's the total cost:
Order Summary
Item(s) Subtotal:￥ 16,797
Shipping & Handling:￥ 4,041
Total:￥ 20,838
Import Fees Deposit￥ 2,478
Grand Total:￥ 23,316
If the yen remains weak, that will be the best price even with the shipping fee.
https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/Transform ... B0B5SRY2JD?tag=seibertron00-22&
For Canada, here's the total cost:
Order Summary
Item(s) Subtotal:￥ 16,797
Shipping & Handling:￥ 4,041
Total:￥ 20,838
Import Fees Deposit￥ 2,478
Grand Total:￥ 23,316
If the yen remains weak, that will be the best price even with the shipping fee.
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2138723)
Posted by william-james88 on July 21st, 2022 @ 4:30pm CDT
Posted by william-james88 on July 21st, 2022 @ 4:30pm CDT
We have quite a bit of MPM Blackout news for you today. Firstly, this toy is up at Amazon Japan for preorders, and we thank Kanrabat for letting us know.
But if you are in the US, you might just find him in stores RIGHT NOW. Zuckuss found him at at a Target in New Jersey. That was first reported here.
-Kanrabat- wrote:For those who want him, MPM-13 Blackout's preorder are now open at Amazon.jp for 16797JPY as I write this.
https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/Transform ... B0B5SRY2JD?tag=seibertron00-22&
Here's the total cost shipped to Canada:
Order Summary
Item(s) Subtotal:￥ 16,797
Shipping & Handling:￥ 4,041
Total:￥ 20,838
Import Fees Deposit￥ 2,478
Grand Total:￥ 23,316
But if you are in the US, you might just find him in stores RIGHT NOW. Zuckuss found him at at a Target in New Jersey. That was first reported here.
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2138733)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on July 21st, 2022 @ 4:46pm CDT
Posted by -Kanrabat- on July 21st, 2022 @ 4:46pm CDT
Lemme guess.
Target sell Blackout for 29$ on clearance.
Target sell Blackout for 29$ on clearance.
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2138755)
Posted by Immortal Starscream on July 21st, 2022 @ 6:38pm CDT
Posted by Immortal Starscream on July 21st, 2022 @ 6:38pm CDT
My target has gotten all the mom figures, and sold almost all of them before other stores started clearancing them. I've passed on all of them though. This one however, I'm super tempted to get
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2138757)
Posted by Emerje on July 21st, 2022 @ 7:09pm CDT
Posted by Emerje on July 21st, 2022 @ 7:09pm CDT
Anyone know the Target price?
Emerje
Emerje
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2138778)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on July 21st, 2022 @ 8:39pm CDT
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on July 21st, 2022 @ 8:39pm CDT
Man, I checked my target tonight and nothing. Hope I see him soon, I want him badly
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2138789)
Posted by whacko on July 21st, 2022 @ 9:20pm CDT
$157.99
Posted by whacko on July 21st, 2022 @ 9:20pm CDT
Emerje wrote:Anyone know the Target price?
Emerje
$157.99
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2138791)
Posted by william-james88 on July 21st, 2022 @ 9:29pm CDT
NICE
Posted by william-james88 on July 21st, 2022 @ 9:29pm CDT
Immortal Starscream wrote:My target has gotten all the mom figures
NICE
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2138814)
Posted by Emerje on July 22nd, 2022 @ 3:21am CDT
Thanks, that's pretty close to the current Amazon Japan price for me.
What to do.
Emerje
Posted by Emerje on July 22nd, 2022 @ 3:21am CDT
whacko wrote:Emerje wrote:Anyone know the Target price?
Emerje
$157.99
Thanks, that's pretty close to the current Amazon Japan price for me.
What to do.
Emerje
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2138927)
Posted by william-james88 on July 22nd, 2022 @ 5:13pm CDT
Yeah, when you add the taxes, they both come out to the same price.
Posted by william-james88 on July 22nd, 2022 @ 5:13pm CDT
Emerje wrote:whacko wrote:Emerje wrote:Anyone know the Target price?
Emerje
$157.99
Thanks, that's pretty close to the current Amazon Japan price for me.
What to do.
Emerje
Yeah, when you add the taxes, they both come out to the same price.
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2140068)
Posted by EvasionModeBumblebee on August 1st, 2022 @ 10:49am CDT
Posted by EvasionModeBumblebee on August 1st, 2022 @ 10:49am CDT
MPM Blackout is now available to order from target.com, I ordered mine!
https://goto.target.com/c/1137247/81938/2092?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Ftransformers-m%20...%20nk%3Dsametab%3C%2Fa%3E
EDIT: He is now sold out for the time being
https://goto.target.com/c/1137247/81938/2092?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Ftransformers-m%20...%20nk%3Dsametab%3C%2Fa%3E
EDIT: He is now sold out for the time being
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2140144)
Posted by Emerje on August 2nd, 2022 @ 1:02am CDT
He's back in stock, thanks!
Emerje
Posted by Emerje on August 2nd, 2022 @ 1:02am CDT
EvasionModeBumblebee wrote:MPM Blackout is now available to order from target.com, I ordered mine!
https://goto.target.com/c/1137247/81938/2092?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Ftransformers-m%20...%20nk%3Dsametab%3C%2Fa%3E
EDIT: He is now sold out for the time being
He's back in stock, thanks!
Emerje
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2140265)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on August 2nd, 2022 @ 7:46pm CDT
Grr, missed him, and now I am playing the same in-stock-out-of-stock game I did with Rexy where i ultimately got her at BBTS.
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on August 2nd, 2022 @ 7:46pm CDT
Emerje wrote:EvasionModeBumblebee wrote:MPM Blackout is now available to order from target.com, I ordered mine!
https://goto.target.com/c/1137247/81938/2092?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Ftransformers-m%20...%20nk%3Dsametab%3C%2Fa%3E
EDIT: He is now sold out for the time being
He's back in stock, thanks!
Emerje
Grr, missed him, and now I am playing the same in-stock-out-of-stock game I did with Rexy where i ultimately got her at BBTS.
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2140366)
Posted by william-james88 on August 3rd, 2022 @ 2:38pm CDT
Posted by william-james88 on August 3rd, 2022 @ 2:38pm CDT
I bought MPM Blackout on Amazon Japan. It will be a long wait. My deposit was 2000 more than you Kanrabat, but there is a chance that they pay me back a portion.
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2140767)
Posted by EvasionModeBumblebee on August 7th, 2022 @ 12:13pm CDT
Posted by EvasionModeBumblebee on August 7th, 2022 @ 12:13pm CDT
Now that I’ve had Blackout for a little bit, here’s my thoughts on him!
Overall, this figure is spectacular!
Bot mode is very well articulated, even including a waist swivel (which I think is a first for Blackout figures), and gets Blackout’s proportions down great, especially with the chest. The lower set of windows actually fold away during transformation, which is awesome! I also found that, hidden under the outer panels on the arm, there’s folded up Gatling guns molded into the arms, which you can see in the movie when Blackout reaches for the Military servers to hack them!
Alt mode is enormous and tabs in super securely, it feels so much nicer than the SS one. The clean underside is also really impressive, and the hatch even opens! Definitely a contender for my favorite alt mode on a Transformer.
Blackout is also loaded with accessories - two Gatling guns that can store in alt mode, on his arms, or on his legs, two huge blast effects that plug into the Gatling guns or the chest gun, his rotor weapon (which actually is a part of the whole rotor in alt mode, an awesome part of transformation and the first time a Blackout figure has had an accurate rotor weapon!), and Scorponok! Scorponok has a metal core body and is very well articulated, he’s not quite in scale for MPMs but I think he scales fairly alright with Studio Series.
Even the paint work on Blackout is pretty impressive - there’s a lot of silver drybrushing on the dark gunmetal parts throughout the figure, with some silver and gold accents. They even picked out the small yellow bits above his eyebrows! This detail carries over to alt mode too, where they picked out all the small text and warnings, even the pilots’ names!
The only issue with Blackout that I have (and it seems that this isn’t an issue for most people), is that the swivel joints to move the arms inward and outward are just loose enough that they often don’t support the weight of the arms, especially when they’re holding some of the weapons. Like I said though, I haven’t seen anyone else have that with theirs, and it’s a pretty easily fixed issue.
Besides that one issue though, I have no complaints about Blackout! I think I might be using him in bot mode as SS Grindor from time to time too xD
Overall, this figure is spectacular!
Bot mode is very well articulated, even including a waist swivel (which I think is a first for Blackout figures), and gets Blackout’s proportions down great, especially with the chest. The lower set of windows actually fold away during transformation, which is awesome! I also found that, hidden under the outer panels on the arm, there’s folded up Gatling guns molded into the arms, which you can see in the movie when Blackout reaches for the Military servers to hack them!
Alt mode is enormous and tabs in super securely, it feels so much nicer than the SS one. The clean underside is also really impressive, and the hatch even opens! Definitely a contender for my favorite alt mode on a Transformer.
Blackout is also loaded with accessories - two Gatling guns that can store in alt mode, on his arms, or on his legs, two huge blast effects that plug into the Gatling guns or the chest gun, his rotor weapon (which actually is a part of the whole rotor in alt mode, an awesome part of transformation and the first time a Blackout figure has had an accurate rotor weapon!), and Scorponok! Scorponok has a metal core body and is very well articulated, he’s not quite in scale for MPMs but I think he scales fairly alright with Studio Series.
Even the paint work on Blackout is pretty impressive - there’s a lot of silver drybrushing on the dark gunmetal parts throughout the figure, with some silver and gold accents. They even picked out the small yellow bits above his eyebrows! This detail carries over to alt mode too, where they picked out all the small text and warnings, even the pilots’ names!
The only issue with Blackout that I have (and it seems that this isn’t an issue for most people), is that the swivel joints to move the arms inward and outward are just loose enough that they often don’t support the weight of the arms, especially when they’re holding some of the weapons. Like I said though, I haven’t seen anyone else have that with theirs, and it’s a pretty easily fixed issue.
Besides that one issue though, I have no complaints about Blackout! I think I might be using him in bot mode as SS Grindor from time to time too xD
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2140866)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on August 7th, 2022 @ 7:49pm CDT
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on August 7th, 2022 @ 7:49pm CDT
That looks really good, and your review makes me super excited for when mine comes!
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2141875)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on August 16th, 2022 @ 7:35pm CDT
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on August 16th, 2022 @ 7:35pm CDT
I got Blackout, and he is an impressive piece. He has some serious weight to him, and some great joints. I appreciate how much effort went into getting the arms to pose as well as they do, and the transformation is very smart. They did really good with him. As far as I'm concerned, con wise, they have not missed yet.
Now, bring on my favorite: Bonecrusher
Now, bring on my favorite: Bonecrusher
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2141918)
Posted by ZeroWolf on August 17th, 2022 @ 2:41am CDT
Posted by ZeroWolf on August 17th, 2022 @ 2:41am CDT
Blackout is looking seriously fine, about time he had his day in the sun. Also, is that Mythbusters you're watching?
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2141989)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on August 17th, 2022 @ 6:41pm CDT
He is getting a glorious day in the sun!
And yes it is
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on August 17th, 2022 @ 6:41pm CDT
ZeroWolf wrote:Blackout is looking seriously fine, about time he had his day in the sun. Also, is that Mythbusters you're watching?
He is getting a glorious day in the sun!
And yes it is
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2141995)
Posted by ZeroWolf on August 17th, 2022 @ 6:47pm CDT
Thought so
Only 3 more cons to go to complete the TF07 cast now in this range (or did they do barricade already?)
Posted by ZeroWolf on August 17th, 2022 @ 6:47pm CDT
D-Maximal_Primal wrote:ZeroWolf wrote:Blackout is looking seriously fine, about time he had his day in the sun. Also, is that Mythbusters you're watching?
He is getting a glorious day in the sun!
And yes it is
Thought so
Only 3 more cons to go to complete the TF07 cast now in this range (or did they do barricade already?)
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2141997)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on August 17th, 2022 @ 6:51pm CDT
Barricade was first, they only need to do Bonecrusher, Brawl, and Frenzy.
I hope they do Bonecrusher, he is my absolute favorite
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on August 17th, 2022 @ 6:51pm CDT
ZeroWolf wrote:D-Maximal_Primal wrote:ZeroWolf wrote:Blackout is looking seriously fine, about time he had his day in the sun. Also, is that Mythbusters you're watching?
He is getting a glorious day in the sun!
And yes it is
Thought so
Only 3 more cons to go to complete the TF07 cast now in this range (or did they do barricade already?)
Barricade was first, they only need to do Bonecrusher, Brawl, and Frenzy.
I hope they do Bonecrusher, he is my absolute favorite
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2142072)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on August 18th, 2022 @ 10:32am CDT
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on August 18th, 2022 @ 10:32am CDT
In case you wanted to see how big Blackout is, here he is with some other stuff
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2145118)
Posted by o.supreme on September 22nd, 2022 @ 1:46pm CDT
Posted by o.supreme on September 22nd, 2022 @ 1:46pm CDT
I've never been too proud to admit when I am wrong, and I seemingly have been about MPM Blackout. I'm not sure what it has, that MPM Starscream and Ratchet didn't have 2 years ago. But while those went on clearance relatively quickly at Target, Blackout has been selling relatively well from what I've seen. Its not in my wheelhouse of collecting, but if fans are happy with it, enough to pay full price and keep them restocking at retail, I am happy for anyone who has this and is enjoying it.
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2145120)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 22nd, 2022 @ 2:11pm CDT
Starscream and Ratchet were victims of Target's screwed up computer system. They were both clearanced the week after release with no real chance to sell due to the computers thinking they had been out longer.
Add to that the fact that Blackout is probably the most iconic Decepticon in the films thanks to the opening of the 2007 movie, and you have a good case for why he is doing better/not suffering thanks to Target
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 22nd, 2022 @ 2:11pm CDT
o.supreme wrote:I've never been too proud to admit when I am wrong, and I seemingly have been about MPM Blackout. I'm not sure what it has, that MPM Starscream and Ratchet didn't have 2 years ago. But while those went on clearance relatively quickly at Target, Blackout has been selling relatively well from what I've seen. Its not in my wheelhouse of collecting, but if fans are happy with it, enough to pay full price and keep them restocking at retail, I am happy for anyone who has this and is enjoying it.
Starscream and Ratchet were victims of Target's screwed up computer system. They were both clearanced the week after release with no real chance to sell due to the computers thinking they had been out longer.
Add to that the fact that Blackout is probably the most iconic Decepticon in the films thanks to the opening of the 2007 movie, and you have a good case for why he is doing better/not suffering thanks to Target
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2152576)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on December 28th, 2022 @ 7:12pm CST
Posted by -Kanrabat- on December 28th, 2022 @ 7:12pm CST
The way preorders work on Amazon.jp is that passed a certain time window, the preorder cannot be cancelled. I changed my mind for Blackout and Trailbreaker because I don't have 500$CAN to spend for the both of them. Well, looks like the problem will fix itself because both payments have been declined because my card is full. They say that if I don't update my payment info, both preorders will be cancelled after 6 days. So are these days business days, of full days? And once those orders get Tanos'd after 6 days, it's over and I don't have to mind them anymore, right?
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2152753)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 1st, 2023 @ 11:27am CST
Come on, just two more days and I'll be free!
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 1st, 2023 @ 11:27am CST
Amazon.jp wrote:We inform you that the payment of this order has been rejected.
The issuing bank may have declined the charge if the name, expiry date, or post code you entered doesn't match the bank's information.
We'll need to receive valid payment information from you within 2 days, otherwise your order will be cancelled.*
Come on, just two more days and I'll be free!
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2152895)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 3rd, 2023 @ 11:21am CST
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 3rd, 2023 @ 11:21am CST
And I'm free!
Now to see if/when TrU will put it on clearance sale and how much will it be.
And if I miss out, no biggie.
Now to see if/when TrU will put it on clearance sale and how much will it be.
And if I miss out, no biggie.
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2158178)
Posted by EvasionModeBumblebee on March 18th, 2023 @ 11:21pm CDT
Posted by EvasionModeBumblebee on March 18th, 2023 @ 11:21pm CDT
Had MPM Blackout sitting on my desk today and decided to take a couple pics xD
Very happy with how MPM Blackout turned out, he's great!
Very happy with how MPM Blackout turned out, he's great!
Re: More Details on MPM-13 Blackout with Scale Comparisons to MPM Line and SS Figure (2158179)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on March 19th, 2023 @ 12:43am CDT
Of course I caved in anyway and I bought it from Mandarake.
The irony is that some weeks later, here it is, on preorder at Walmart.ca for 200$CAN instead of the 300$CAN TrU ask.
I could have saved around 10$ total, considering taxes and shipping.
Eh.
Posted by -Kanrabat- on March 19th, 2023 @ 12:43am CDT
-Kanrabat- wrote:And I'm free!
Now to see if/when TrU will put it on clearance sale and how much will it be.
And if I miss out, no biggie.
Of course I caved in anyway and I bought it from Mandarake.
The irony is that some weeks later, here it is, on preorder at Walmart.ca for 200$CAN instead of the 300$CAN TrU ask.
I could have saved around 10$ total, considering taxes and shipping.
Eh.
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