New English Language Review for Transformers Power of the Primes Predaking
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Comment by Black Bumblebee
Jun 14, 2018
It looks to be the same issue as with Devastator--even though the sizes are large, the transformations are what you would expect from a deluxe figure. What's the point of turning into a beast mode if the mouths and legs are not going to do anything? They just turn into animal shaped bricks.
The only way I am going to purchase this one is if I see it on clearance at Ollie's or something for $50.
The only way I am going to purchase this one is if I see it on clearance at Ollie's or something for $50.
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Comment by gothsaurus
Jun 14, 2018
Yeah, while I agree... I DO understand that Hasbro has to wrestle with a few challenges:
1. Ensuring stability with such heavy figures (ie. no ball and socket joints, etc.)
2. Passing the "drop test" at such a large size
3. Keeping price down enough that it can be affordable to a kid audience
Dealing with all of those means simplifying design AND sadly some hollow parts. I think with all the challenges they had, they've put together a really good looking figure.
Seeing the video and more recent photos, I think my hesitation is gone. Will definitely be picking up the figure. Looks like it displays really well with Devastator.
1. Ensuring stability with such heavy figures (ie. no ball and socket joints, etc.)
2. Passing the "drop test" at such a large size
3. Keeping price down enough that it can be affordable to a kid audience
Dealing with all of those means simplifying design AND sadly some hollow parts. I think with all the challenges they had, they've put together a really good looking figure.
Seeing the video and more recent photos, I think my hesitation is gone. Will definitely be picking up the figure. Looks like it displays really well with Devastator.
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Comment by Overcracker
Jun 14, 2018
If anything can be said about it, is the combination is rather unique.
With Tantrum (I refuse to call him Torox) and Headstrong actually transforming into the complete leg, rather than just shins, and Divebombs wings actually forming part of the crotch and lower torso.
This unfortunately means the Wings are non-removable. So any 3P Chromed Set will need to account for that.
I'm sure in person he'll look quite imposing though. The thin waist was not as distracting in the video as it had been in previous pictures.
My only gripe is the lack of BF Sword. What's a Predaking without his massive sword?
I'm sure 3rd parties, or even Shapeways will take care of that though.
With Tantrum (I refuse to call him Torox) and Headstrong actually transforming into the complete leg, rather than just shins, and Divebombs wings actually forming part of the crotch and lower torso.
This unfortunately means the Wings are non-removable. So any 3P Chromed Set will need to account for that.
I'm sure in person he'll look quite imposing though. The thin waist was not as distracting in the video as it had been in previous pictures.
My only gripe is the lack of BF Sword. What's a Predaking without his massive sword?
I'm sure 3rd parties, or even Shapeways will take care of that though.
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Comment by gothsaurus
Jun 14, 2018
Agreed, I think we all need to be prepared to drop a paycheck on new sword and wings and fists. LOL.
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G1 toy accurate?
Emerje
Comment by Emerje
Jun 14, 2018
Overcracker wrote:My only gripe is the lack of BF Sword. What's a Predaking without his massive sword?
G1 toy accurate?
Emerje
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Comment by gothsaurus
Jun 14, 2018
OH SNAP! You're right. I think we are all remembering fantastic art and all of the tiny individual swords for each member.
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Well played.
Comment by Overcracker
Jun 14, 2018
Emerje wrote:Overcracker wrote:My only gripe is the lack of BF Sword. What's a Predaking without his massive sword?
G1 toy accurate?
Emerje
Well played.
Re: New English Language Review for Transformers Power of the Primes Predaking
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Comment by Anonymous
Jun 14, 2018
Just ordered mine to arrive next week, cant wait!
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Only one episode ever had him use a sword in just one scene, and it was a purple lightsaber-type sword that looked nothing like the big golden broadsword we often associate with Predaking.
Comment by Sabrblade
Jun 14, 2018
And G1 cartoon accurate.Overcracker wrote:Emerje wrote:Overcracker wrote:My only gripe is the lack of BF Sword. What's a Predaking without his massive sword?
G1 toy accurate?
Emerje
Only one episode ever had him use a sword in just one scene, and it was a purple lightsaber-type sword that looked nothing like the big golden broadsword we often associate with Predaking.
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Yes, that's the 3P sword I want, because I don't think that's been done yet.
And I indeed wanted G1 toy accuracy way back when, so I bought the reissue! Regardless of whatever design flaws PotPredaking has, as long as it attempts to be more accurate to his media appearances than another toy that's relatively easy to acquire, I'll still seriously consider buying it. They had me at "shoulder cannons".
Comment by Bumblevivisector
Jun 14, 2018
Sabrblade wrote:And G1 cartoon accurate.Overcracker wrote:Emerje wrote:Overcracker wrote:My only gripe is the lack of BF Sword. What's a Predaking without his massive sword?
G1 toy accurate?
Emerje
Only one episode ever had him use a sword in just one scene, and it was a purple lightsaber-type sword that looked nothing like the big golden broadsword we often associate with Predaking.
Yes, that's the 3P sword I want, because I don't think that's been done yet.
And I indeed wanted G1 toy accuracy way back when, so I bought the reissue! Regardless of whatever design flaws PotPredaking has, as long as it attempts to be more accurate to his media appearances than another toy that's relatively easy to acquire, I'll still seriously consider buying it. They had me at "shoulder cannons".
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Comment by Agamemnon
Jun 15, 2018
Predaking up for preorder at BBTS. $159.99
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I wonder why Amiami's preorder(discounted 29% less) price of Y 19050 (today's fx exchange rate) is US $12.00 more than that?
Comment by fenrir72
Jun 15, 2018
Agamemnon wrote:Predaking up for preorder at BBTS. $159.99
I wonder why Amiami's preorder(discounted 29% less) price of Y 19050 (today's fx exchange rate) is US $12.00 more than that?
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Bingo!!!
The Beast modes are all terrible and the Bot modes are okay at best so if they're only redeemable in one mode (combined) then they're only worth one 3rd price IMO!
A portion of the other $100.00 could go to 3P add on's that'll likely clean up Hasbro's mess...
Comment by YoungPrime
Jun 15, 2018
Black Bumblebee wrote:It looks to be the same issue as with Devastator--even though the sizes are large, the transformations are what you would expect from a deluxe figure. What's the point of turning into a beast mode if the mouths and legs are not going to do anything? They just turn into animal shaped bricks.
The only way I am going to purchase this one is if I see it on clearance at Ollie's or something for $50.
Bingo!!!
The Beast modes are all terrible and the Bot modes are okay at best so if they're only redeemable in one mode (combined) then they're only worth one 3rd price IMO!
A portion of the other $100.00 could go to 3P add on's that'll likely clean up Hasbro's mess...
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Comment by RustedCross
Jun 15, 2018
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Comment by Va'al
Jun 16, 2018
RustedCross wrote:
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Re: New English Language Review for Transformers Power of the Primes Predaking
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Comment by Sabrblade
Jun 16, 2018
That buffalo ain't gonna get Strongarm very far with those bricky legs.RustedCross wrote:
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Comment by gothsaurus
Jun 18, 2018
Wow. I just rewatched possibly every appearance of Predaking in the G1 cartoon, and wow. That guy has consistently had a really thin waist. How did I not notice? 
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Just a thought based on this. I remember during season 3's "From the files of Teletran 2", they did a feature on The Predacons/Predaking, and they referred to Tantrum as a "Buffalo", now immediately of course I thought of the American Buffalo (Bison), which he looks nothing like, but I guess he could pass for an African Water Buffalo (seeing as how that would match with Headstrong being a Rhino), but to me, he always looked more like a standard Bull.
Comment by o.supreme
Jun 18, 2018
Sabrblade wrote:That buffalo ain't gonna get Strongarm very far with those bricky legs.
Just a thought based on this. I remember during season 3's "From the files of Teletran 2", they did a feature on The Predacons/Predaking, and they referred to Tantrum as a "Buffalo", now immediately of course I thought of the American Buffalo (Bison), which he looks nothing like, but I guess he could pass for an African Water Buffalo (seeing as how that would match with Headstrong being a Rhino), but to me, he always looked more like a standard Bull.
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Comment by Sabrblade
Jun 18, 2018
Admittedly, it was because of that file that I've been calling him a "buffalo" instead of "bull" all these years.o.supreme wrote:Sabrblade wrote:That buffalo ain't gonna get Strongarm very far with those bricky legs.
Just a thought based on this. I remember during season 3's "From the files of Teletran 2", they did a feature on The Predacons/Predaking, and they referred to Tantrum as a "Buffalo", now immediately of course I thought of the American Buffalo (Bison), which he looks nothing like, but I guess he could pass for an African Water Buffalo (seeing as how that would match with Headstrong being a Rhino), but to me, he always looked more like a standard Bull.
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*whistles as she looks up the instructions*
Buffalo. G1 Tantrum is a Buffalo. Buffalo buffalo buffalo.
Comment by Jelze Bunnycat
Jun 18, 2018
Sabrblade wrote:Admittedly, it was because of that file that I've been calling him a "buffalo" instead of "bull" all these years.o.supreme wrote:Sabrblade wrote:That buffalo ain't gonna get Strongarm very far with those bricky legs.
Just a thought based on this. I remember during season 3's "From the files of Teletran 2", they did a feature on The Predacons/Predaking, and they referred to Tantrum as a "Buffalo", now immediately of course I thought of the American Buffalo (Bison), which he looks nothing like, but I guess he could pass for an African Water Buffalo (seeing as how that would match with Headstrong being a Rhino), but to me, he always looked more like a standard Bull.
*whistles as she looks up the instructions*
Buffalo. G1 Tantrum is a Buffalo. Buffalo buffalo buffalo.
