The Return of Transformers Shark Week continues with Predacon Sky-Byte

What I wouldn't give to get my hands on the old RID Sky-Byte....

Delta Magnus wrote:What I wouldn't give to get my hands on the old RID Sky-Byte....

Apparently you only have to give up $42.99 to get one!

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?siteid=0&pub=5574891718&campid=5336631220&customid=&toolid=10001&mkevt=1&mpre=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fitm%2FTRANSFORMERS-RID-ROBOTS-IN-DISGUISE-SKYBYTE-SKY-BYTE-SHARK-FIGURE-%2F221493955351%3Fpt%3DUS_Action_Figures%26hash%3Ditem3392118b17%26

Excellent!

Now I just need to set up an eBay account and a PayPal account...You will be MINE, Sky-Byte! Even if I haven't seen a single episode of the cartoon!

He will be mine. Oh yes. He will be mine.

Delta Magnus wrote:Excellent!

Now I just need to set up an eBay account and a PayPal account...You will be MINE, Sky-Byte! Even if I haven't seen a single episode of the cartoon!

He will be mine. Oh yes. He will be mine.

I watched all of RID years ago and the show is actually pretty good, it's worth a watch. I'm confused by people who've never seen the show but like Sky-Byte. He's also not the only entertaining character on that show.

Well, i saw him on the cross-sell on my RID Megatron as a kid and thought "CHROMED SHARK. I MUST HAVE IT." Ever since I have had a longing for him. Learning that he's a warrior-poet makes him even more awesome.

Is it worth watching RID in Japanese or is the dubbed version perfectly acceptable?

Delta Magnus wrote:Is it worth watching RID in Japanese or is the dubbed version perfectly acceptable?

I didn't like Robots In Disguise when I first saw it. It was really cheesy and aimed at the kiddies. However, as time goes on, my interest in the series has really increased. I get a kick out of things that used to really annoy me such as Sky-Byte and his poetry and Side Burn with his red car obsession (poor Kelly!). It was tough going from such a mature series like Beast Wars and such a dark series like Beast Machines to such a lighthearted series like RID. It's the only Transformers series for which my fondness has increased with time. Either I like a series or don't like a series and my opinion doesn't seem to change. RID is the only exception where I disliked it and now like it. Maybe the abysmal Unicron trilogy cartoons helped change my opinion?

I did hear it was very silly. Fortunately I am very fond of silly anime (although admittedly my favourite silly anime is Excel Saga, which whilst hilarious, is not exactly suitable for kids...) so who knows? It might be enjoyable. I'm planning on watching it just for the heck of it (it can't be worse than City of Steel...). I'll compare the Japanese and English voicetracks and see which one I like better.

And yeah, the Unicron Trilogy cartoons were dreadful. Especially Energon. I did like Cybertron/Galaxy Force though- it helps I was around 11, but I thought it was OK.

The series itself is very silly at times, but not really to the point it gets obnoxious. In terms of characterisation, Scourge really stands out for being not just a Prime lookalike but one with ambition. Sky-Byte is the Waspinator of the series in that he usually gets the short end of the stick, but he doesn't get blown up at all.

There are indeed differences between the original and the US dub done by Saban, but the dub does get borwnie points for inserting references to older concepts, down to an episode of G1 (having one character be a lookalike in a sense helps). The only jarring thing is how they handled the text of the stock footage (but that's me being a purist, thankfully it's not as bad as Cybertron) and Galvatron's "Iron Mammoth!".

The Return of Transformers SHARK WEEK continues with Maximal Cybershark ...

Earlier this week, we featured G1 Sharkticon and his cute little Robot Heroes figure as well as the Predacon Sky-Byte. Today, we take a look at Maximal Cybershark in his various forms through the years.

To celebrate Cybershark and his various incarnations here on Seibertron.com this week, we have updated the gallery for all 3 of his figures. The images in these galleries have been updated to have larger images than they previously had. The "large" 800 pixel wide images have all been replaced with larger 1200 pixel wide images for your viewing pleasure.


Beast Wars Deluxe Cybershark (Hammerhead Shark)

First up is none other than the original deluxe class Cybershark figure from the Beast Wars toy line. He transforms into a threatening Hammerhead Shark. While this version of Cybershark might not be as well known as his Transmetals 2 version, he still is known as the first Beast Wars shark. This figure would later be remolded into the Beast Wars II Hellscream character.

Just when the Predacons thought it was safe to go back in the water. Cybershark rises to the surface for a fearsome feeding frenzy! Like a turbo-charged torpedo speeding through the sea, Cybershark searches the ocean depths for Predacon enemies. Upon finding the enemy he launches his robotic hammerhead to knock 'em out cold, the finishes the job in robot mode by filleting his prey with his switchblade tale.

Beast Wars Mega Transmetals 2 Cybershark (Great White Shark)

Next up is arguably the more well known version of this character known as Transmetals 2 Cybershark. Unfortunately, this version of Cybershark wasn't as popular as its Sky-Byte repaint. Below are the tech specs and some sample images of Transmetals 2 Cybershark.

"The Ocean Depths conceal all intentions."

Detecting Predacon activity from over 20,000 fathoms below the ocean surface, Cybershark hunts his enemies at over 600 knots. From there, little room is left for escape. Armor-piercing, jaw-mounted sonar tracer torpedoes have water-to-air capabilities. Spin-drive tail boosts speed and acts as quad-blade razor weapon in attack and robot modes. Also deploys thruster jets for higher speed and limited low-level flight. A fierce warrior, Cybershark honed his skills while bounty hunting a rogue band of Cybertronian space pirates. Fully dedicated to the Maximal cause, he often follows his own methods to the frustration of his commander, Depth Charge. Calculating and fearless, he gives Predacons a good reason to stay out of the water.

Beast Machines Basic Hammerstrike

Our third rendevous of Cybershark is a version of him that many fans might not realize is actually supposed to be a new version of this character. Behold ... Beast Machines Basic Class Hammerstrike! His tech spec quote is even the same as his Transmetals 2 version. This Cybertronian Hammerhead Shark figure makes Cybershark one of a small handful of Beast Era characters to get a basic, deluxe and mega class sized figure. Beast Wars Rattrap is another figure to get the same treatment.

"The ocean depths conceal all intentions."

Not known for his intelligence or cunning, Hammerstrike is the best there is at what he does-destroy Vehicons. Of all the Maximals, Hammerstrike is the most battle hungry. Insatiable appetite for combat; devastating "frenzy" assault leaves few Vehicon survivors. Knows no fear, feels no pain and has an endurance second only to Cheetor. Calculating and fearless, Hammerhead gives the Vehicons a good reason to stay out of the water.

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Make sure you check back tomorrow to find out which gallery will be featured in "The Return of Transformers SHARK WEEK" on Seibertron.com!

they should make a new beast wars toyline just because. soo many great figures. i would love to see new ones.

That first Hammerstrike mold is pretty fun. I have the Sharp Edge version of it. One of those over the top Beast Wars molds that just leaves a lasting impression.

Delta Magnus wrote:Is it worth watching RID in Japanese or is the dubbed version perfectly acceptable?

Some people are really elitist about dubbing so it's up to you. But it's not like the Unicron Trilogy, it's well dubbed. In fact some elements of the english dub probably make more sense to a western Transformers perspective. Not that I've watched the Japanese series, but I get the impression that it's a bit more convoluted.

I do not believe I have the original Cybershark. Looks pretty neat, might have to look into it. That Beast Machines Hammerstrike on the other hand is horrific.

A hammerhead AND a goblin shark, how do I not have this?!?!

I love the first cybershark mold (though mine is missing a fin). His transformation is reminiscent of the basic molds in that line, but it's still fun. I didn't realize though it got repainted though, how hard are they to come by?

ZeroWolf wrote:I didn't realize though it got repainted though, how hard are they to come by?

Certain Japanese Beast Wars toys are pretty cheap to get MISB. I got a Sharp Edge and Hardhead 2-pack from BBTS for like $20 just a couple of years ago. I'm pretty sure Hellscream is quite rare though. Or at least alot more expensive than Sharp-Edge

welcometothedarksyde wrote:

ZeroWolf wrote:I didn't realize though it got repainted though, how hard are they to come by?

Certain Japanese Beast Wars toys are pretty cheap to get MISB. I got a Sharp Edge and Hardhead 2-pack from BBTS for like $20 just a couple of years ago. I'm pretty sure Hellscream is quite rare though. Or at least alot more expensive than Sharp-Edge

Fortunately, Hellscream got a US release in the form of Universe 2003 Overbite, Target Exclusive.

Wha.. how could you NOT include pics of G1 Sharkticons..?
Shame on you.

khrome wrote:Wha.. how could you NOT include pics of G1 Sharkticons..?
Shame on you.

G1 Sharkticon already had pics on the first day of SHARK WEEK.

That Cybershark (the one Sky-Byte is based on) looks great. Love that colour scheme.

And Beast Machine Hammerstrike looks mean! I don't care if he was sold as a Maximal, in my book he's a Predacon. Now all he needs is a Gigeresque gloss black and sea green repaint- he could be called "Abyssiator".

Sorry for the delay with Shark "Week" everyone ... life got in the way. I'll finish up the next few Shark Week entries starting on Monday or Tuesday next week.