New Press Release for Hasbro's HASCON, featuring Descriptions, and Panels

Magic: the Gathering Super Fan ($600)

General admission, plus the following bonuses:

Two entries into Iconic Masters Advance Release events
Three HASCON-exclusive promotional cards featuring a mashup of Magic: the Gathering and three HASBRO brands. The cards will be brand-new, silver-bordered cards.
One entry to the Magic: the Gathering 25th Anniversary party, featuring Ixalan preview cards
Goodie Bag including six booster packs, Ultra Pro merchandise, HASCON merchandise, and more
Entry to one VIP-only autograph session with Mark Rosewater, Aleksi Briclot, Tyler Jacobson and more
Access to VIP Lounge with comfy chairs, charging stations, light snacks, water and more
Reserved seat for the Magic: the Gathering 25th Anniversary panel
Access to special VIP early lineup for panels
A guaranteed reserved Main Panel Seat

YoungPrime wrote:Cards! Great, whatever...so when will we get intel on actual exclusive Generations TF figures.

Is there a benefit in dragging their feet about this? Is there benefit in not having any to release on their HasCon debut as well?

YoungPrime wrote:Cards! Great, whatever...so when will we get intel on actual exclusive Generations TF figures.

Is there a benefit in dragging their feet about this? Is there benefit in not having any to release on their HasCon debut as well?

ScottyP wrote:One figure sounds great, and I really mean that. One of the issues Fun Pub had, imo, was the mentality that less could not possibly be more. Did year X's set have Y number of figures? Fun Pub thought that year X+1's set had to have greater than or equal to Y or it was a step back. They said so. It didn't and doesn't make sense and seemed like a strange self-imposed guideline.

Anyhow, yeah I am very in favor of Hascon going for more of an early Botcon or Tokyo Toy Show type model where there are 1, at most 3 or so choice pieces to commemorate the event.

io9 wrote:Joining Rex in early access at the con is a new $30 Titans Return figure set for Arcee. Inspired by the retro generation 1 designs, the Deluxe-Class figure includes a “Titan Master” minifigure for Ultra Magnus, which can transform into an alternate heads for other Titans Returns figures:

Kurona wrote:Following the leak of Titans Return cards for a Deluxe Arcee and a Titan Master Ultra Magnus, rumours were abound on how they would be released if at all. Well, the wait's finally over as io9 has revealed they're an exclusive for the upcoming Hascon! Listed specifically as 'early access' at 30$, see the official image and what io9 has to say about them below and tell us what you think in the forums!

UPDATE: It has been brought to this foolish news poster's attention exactly what 'early access' means -- it's highly likely that Arcee and Ultra Magnus are not exclusives at Hascon, but will be there first before being distributed to normal retail afterwards.

io9 wrote:Joining Rex in early access at the con is a new $30 Titans Return figure set for Arcee. Inspired by the retro generation 1 designs, the Deluxe-Class figure includes a “Titan Master” minifigure for Ultra Magnus, which can transform into an alternate heads for other Titans Returns figures:

Rysquad wrote:Is there a name for Arcee's Titan Master?

Kurona wrote:I'll trade anyone my Takara Legends Arcee for this. This one looks so, so, SO much better

Kurona wrote:I'll trade anyone my Takara Legends Arcee for this. This one looks so, so, SO much better

YoungPrime wrote:

Rysquad wrote:Is there a name for Arcee's Titan Master?

Spikes annoying son?

Desslok2201 wrote:

Kurona wrote:I'll trade anyone my Takara Legends Arcee for this. This one looks so, so, SO much better

Seriously???? I'll keep mine, this is just pink Blurr

Carnivius_Prime wrote:Oh dear. That looks bad. Can appreciate the retooled parts to attempt to make it look more like Arcee but it just doesn't work for me at all. The Generations figure blows this away even with it's backpack. This is pretty horrible.

Yeah I'll be skipping Blurrcee here thank you.

Desslok2201 wrote:

Carnivius_Prime wrote:Oh dear. That looks bad. Can appreciate the retooled parts to attempt to make it look more like Arcee but it just doesn't work for me at all. The Generations figure blows this away even with it's backpack. This is pretty horrible.

Yeah I'll be skipping Blurrcee here thank you.

Agree 100%
By the way, Deadput, your soul is worth $30 and includes an extra head!

Desslok2201 wrote:

Kurona wrote:I'll trade anyone my Takara Legends Arcee for this. This one looks so, so, SO much better

Seriously???? I'll keep mine, this is just pink Blurr

Kurona wrote:Eh, to me this is just the best Arcee's ever looked outside of TFP. Heck, I think I actually prefer this to TFP Arcee's design. Plus it means it doesn't clash with Chromia!

I regretted owning Takara Legends Arcee ever since I bought her, but if it means I have a bargaining chip to get one that looks as good as this, I'm certainly a lot more happy to have her.

Kurona wrote:I find it impressive and heartwarming that they managed to make a very accurate figure based on the design of the first core female cast member; one that was Cybertronian and wasn't just a one-off.

But then I realise it's kind of a **** design, so no matter how accurate the T30/Legends toy is, it's just not going to end up looking very good. It's... it's a bit like the movie designs to me -- I admire the sheer work and effort that went into it, but it doesn't mean it looks good.
And the Takara colours don't help for me. They ended up making her face look very creepy.

This one's the update I really wanted. Clearly inspired by the original design, but refined and perfected. Strikes a perfect balance, like you said.

Kurona wrote:I find it impressive and heartwarming that they managed to make a very accurate figure based on the design of the first core female cast member; one that was Cybertronian and wasn't just a one-off.

But then I realise it's kind of a **** design, so no matter how accurate the T30/Legends toy is, it's just not going to end up looking very good. It's... it's a bit like the movie designs to me -- I admire the sheer work and effort that went into it, but it doesn't mean it looks good.
And the Takara colours don't help for me. They ended up making her face look very creepy.

This one's the update I really wanted. Clearly inspired by the original design, but refined and perfected. Strikes a perfect balance, like you said.

Megatron Wolf wrote:Meh just a lazy repaint, and making it a con exclusive is a dick move on hasbros part especially after the generations arcee debacle.

Megatron Wolf wrote:Meh just a lazy repaint, and making it a con exclusive is a dick move on hasbros part especially after the generations arcee debacle.

Megatron Wolf wrote:Meh just a lazy repaint, and making it a con exclusive is a dick move on hasbros part especially after the generations arcee debacle.

. TRANSFORMERS OPTIMUS PRIME CONVERTING POWER BANK (Ages 14 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $49.99/Available at HASCON): Fate rarely calls upon us at the time of our choosing. When it does, the Hasbro TRANSFORMERS OPTIMUS PRIME CONVERTING POWER BANK figure will help you be ready and powered up with the spark of a Prime! This special edition power bank converts between robot and charger modes in 16 steps and comes with a blue-Energon LED Light-up sword accessory, mobile phone stand and a Micro USB/USB charging cable. Compatible with most devices the TRANSFORMERS OPTIMUS PRIME CONVERTING POWER BANK figure supports 6500mAh of battery power so you can roll out without worry.

· TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS TITANS RETURN ARCEE SPECIAL EDITION SET (Ages 8 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $24.99/Available at HASCON): The Hasbro TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS TITANS RETURN ARCEE SET lets you harness the power of not 1 Titan Master, but 2! Featuring a G1-inspired Titans Return Deluxe Class Arcee figure with Titan Master and a special edition Titan Master Ultra Magnus figure with die-cast parts. The set also includes 2 blaster accessories, 2 collector cards and special edition TRANSFORMERS packaging and custom art for the ultimate play-at-home experience. The Titan Master figures become the head of Deluxe, Voyager, and Leader Class Titans Return figures (each sold separately).

HASCON (Sept. 8-10 in at the Rhode Island Convention Center) will bring Hasbro’s most iconic brands to life like never before, including TRANSFORMERS, MY LITTLE PONY, NERF, MAGIC: THE GATHERING, PLAY-DOH, MONOPOLY and G.I. JOE and exceptional partner brands such as BEYBLADE, DREAMWORKS TROLLS and SESAME STREET. Fans will get a peek behind the Hasbro curtain during the three days filled with exciting first-look previews and panels from Hasbro’s biggest television and movie series, including Hasbro’s TRANSFORMERS: RESCUE BOTS, LITTLEST PET SHOP and MY LITTLE PONY: FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC as seen on Hasbro’s joint-venture television network Discovery Family.

In addition, there will be activities inspired by several iconic Disney properties, including Disney Princess, Frozen, Elena of Avalor, Moana and Descendants 2, as well as Star Wars and Marvel’s Avengers, Spider-Man and Guardians of the Galaxy. From movie props and costumes on display, to hands-on fun through art tutorials and more, these areas will be can’t-miss destinations during the show.



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RiddlerJ wrote:Where's Daniel's face?

RiddlerJ wrote:Where's Daniel's face?

Rated X wrote:I never got into tech culture beyond laptops and smart phones. Exactly what is a "power bank"? At first glance I swore it said Prime turned into a piggy bank.