Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys
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Every two weeks, Seibertron.com brings you a Top 5 list related to all things Transformers written by me, your fellow editor. This week, I am joined by Cobotron. These are our opinions so what matters most is what you guys think of the topic or list, and I hope to see your own lists or comments on omissions and ranking. Let's have fun! All previous lists can be found here.
Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys
From day one, Ultra Magnus toys were always closely related to Optimus Prime toys, with his first toy being a redeco with a different trailer which turned into a powersuit giving him a totally different look from Prime. Toy designs and ideas evolved from this giving a wide variety to Ultra Magnus toys where some are Prime redecos, others more extensive retools and others being fully original. We will explore the rich history of this autobot's toys by looking at the best ones to have come out so far.
5. Transformers Generation One Ultra Magnus
This is the grand pappy of all Ultra Magnus toys and probably the most important Ultra Magnus toy out there. Unlike even the Masterpiece toy, this toy includes an extra level of playability by having the trailer become the armour for the transforming cab. This gave everyone the option to form their own stories and ideas about this character. Is he a white optimus with armour? Or is the that simply the transformation process for his one and only form being that big armoured fellow? It was and still is ultimately up to you to choose. This legitimizes every future attempt at having Ultra Magnus be simultaneously a redeco/retool of Optimus Prime as well as his own mold. - william-james88
4. Transformers Prime Beast Hunters Ultra Magnus / Transformers Adventures Ultra Magnus
Speaking of being an offshoot of Optimus, this is by far the best version of that (well, maybe tied with the commander class version which is a gorgeous G1 homage and a perfect retool). So much love went into this retool, making him look just two smokestacks away from his show model, and making him own this mold even more so than Optimus. It almost feels like this is who the mold was made for all along especially when comparing to the show models.The added shoulder cannons work great and let you position them as you wish, giving you extra fire power in a sweet G1 homage (while the earlier PRID Magnus only gave you one shoulder cannon, why?!). You even get a nice hammer and a pair of wings, just for added playability. While simply having Ultra Magnus be a redeco/retool of Prime always felt a bit lazy, this is one instance shows us how that can sometimes work, and work wonders. - william-james88
3. Transformers Animated Ultra Magnus
This is THE titular leader class Ultra Magnus toy. This is the best Ultra Magnus toy from the golden age of Transformers toys where it seemed no expenses were spared. This toy is beefy, the plastic is solid, the transformation is complex yet intuitive, he has a bunch of pop out weapon gimmicks, none of which are intrusive, along with electronics. This toy happens to also be a perfect rendition of the cartoon model which was a fresh new take on the character where he, and not Optimus, was the leader of the Autobots. You can feel that magnitude in your hands as you play with this toy or when you see him on your shelf. All of the top three toys on this list are amazing and the only reason why this toy is not higher is simply because his alt mode is a little underwhelming, especially in the back area, and his hip ratchets are quite restrictive. - william-james88
2. Transformers Masterpiece MP 22 Ultra Magnus
Like all Masterpiece figures, 22 is a work of art. On heft alone this figure is awe inspiring. While I was always a fan of the idea that Ultra Magnus was a smaller bot in a suit of armor, I can't deny that the feat of engineering it took to get the character to be all-in-one is amazing. For me, the fact that I made it through his intense transformation without instructions was a huge relief. I can't say that for every Masterpiece.That meant I could enjoy this highly detailed representation of one of my favorite characters without the burden or fear of being bogged down by the process. It's involved, but it's intuitive. Which equals fun.
While I would have prefered a little more painted/tampoed detail and color, he is till an amazing design. In robot mode he retains all the design elements I loved about the original, but is presented (obviously) in a much more contemporary package. 22 has great articulation for the hoops he has to jump through to transform. He has that "mighty leader" posture no matter how you pose him. And he is a huge and intimidating presence on your shelf.
The carrier mode is perfection. Everything you would want it to be. It's hard to believe it's NOT a white MP-10 pulling that trailer, and of course it can fit any of the Autobot cars. The Fun-O-Meter shoots straight through the roof when you have the ability to roll out an entire team on some perilous adventure all contained in the mighty Magnus in MP scope and scale! - Cobotron
1. Transformers Generations Combiner Wars / Legends Leader Ultra Magnus
An overly involved puzzle of a transformation is one kind of fun, but it can get in the way of another kind of fun. When I'm imagining my way through an intense adventure situation on my coffee table, I can't be bothered with overly difficult transformations. I lose steam. The adventure losses momentum. And that's why Combiner Wars Leader Ultra Magnus beats his Masterpiece counterpart out of 1st place. Playability!
While his transformation is really kind of a truncated version of the MP's, it's simplified enough to be fast and efficient. With enough twists and turns to be fun and you get really close to the MP version, but for a fraction of the cost of the MP.
Another merit is his aesthetic design. He sports a fresh modern updated design in both modes that pulls from some great sources, but maintains his iconic stature. I was absolutely thrilled with the inclusion of the hammer. For me, with this figure,it declares that that is Magnus's weapon now and it's here to stay. And with Minimus Ambus we still get the smaller bot in a suit of armor mythos we expect from the character.
In a world of wonky scale his size class puts his robot mode right in the sweet spot among Voyagers and Deluxes. He's got good articulation where he needs it, and is a joy to pose.
Would I have prefered that his carrier mode could tote Deluxe class cars? Sure, but I'll take what I can get. He can hold a fare amount of Legends class figures and he looks good doing it.
When I walk into my collection and get that Magnus hankering, he is now the one I reach for first. He is fun to transform, fun to play with, and looks great. In the race for best Ultra Magnus figure, he is a hard bot to beat. - Cobotron
Honourable Mention:
Transformers Subscription Service Ultra Mammoth Gallery
Now I know William James likes to keep the lists to main line releases, and I agree. It's the broadest stroke and allows the lists and the conversation to reach the largest audience. But I would be remiss if, on a list of possibly my 2nd favorite heroic Autobot character of all time, we didn't include one of my most favorite versions. I talked it over with Will, and he said he'd let it slide. This one time.
I'm honestly not a huge fan of a lot of the TFCC toys, but I think Ultra Mammoth is one of the smartest repaints they ever did. Before I ever saw the Beast Wars cartoon, I assumed that Beast Wars was just a new iteration on a classic theme, and that the Transformers had rescanned their alt modes to fit some new scenario. I like where the cartoon took us, but I still revert to my original interpretation for fun and play sometimes. When I saw Ultra Mammoth I think I fell over. I had to add him to my Beast Wars collection. The mold fits the character really well. Those tuskes as a new take on Magnus's iconic shoulder pylons is just brilliant. And instead of just painting this Prime white, they went the extra mile and designed his color scheme to emulate Magnus's complete form. He's the appropriate size, and an appropriately powerful beast to use as this large and in charge character for the Beast Wars world. -Cobotron
Transformers Subscription Service Ultra Mammoth Gallery
Transformers Subscription Service Ultra Mammoth Gallery
Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys
From day one, Ultra Magnus toys were always closely related to Optimus Prime toys, with his first toy being a redeco with a different trailer which turned into a powersuit giving him a totally different look from Prime. Toy designs and ideas evolved from this giving a wide variety to Ultra Magnus toys where some are Prime redecos, others more extensive retools and others being fully original. We will explore the rich history of this autobot's toys by looking at the best ones to have come out so far.
5. Transformers Generation One Ultra Magnus
This is the grand pappy of all Ultra Magnus toys and probably the most important Ultra Magnus toy out there. Unlike even the Masterpiece toy, this toy includes an extra level of playability by having the trailer become the armour for the transforming cab. This gave everyone the option to form their own stories and ideas about this character. Is he a white optimus with armour? Or is the that simply the transformation process for his one and only form being that big armoured fellow? It was and still is ultimately up to you to choose. This legitimizes every future attempt at having Ultra Magnus be simultaneously a redeco/retool of Optimus Prime as well as his own mold. - william-james88
4. Transformers Prime Beast Hunters Ultra Magnus / Transformers Adventures Ultra Magnus
Speaking of being an offshoot of Optimus, this is by far the best version of that (well, maybe tied with the commander class version which is a gorgeous G1 homage and a perfect retool). So much love went into this retool, making him look just two smokestacks away from his show model, and making him own this mold even more so than Optimus. It almost feels like this is who the mold was made for all along especially when comparing to the show models.The added shoulder cannons work great and let you position them as you wish, giving you extra fire power in a sweet G1 homage (while the earlier PRID Magnus only gave you one shoulder cannon, why?!). You even get a nice hammer and a pair of wings, just for added playability. While simply having Ultra Magnus be a redeco/retool of Prime always felt a bit lazy, this is one instance shows us how that can sometimes work, and work wonders. - william-james88
3. Transformers Animated Ultra Magnus
This is THE titular leader class Ultra Magnus toy. This is the best Ultra Magnus toy from the golden age of Transformers toys where it seemed no expenses were spared. This toy is beefy, the plastic is solid, the transformation is complex yet intuitive, he has a bunch of pop out weapon gimmicks, none of which are intrusive, along with electronics. This toy happens to also be a perfect rendition of the cartoon model which was a fresh new take on the character where he, and not Optimus, was the leader of the Autobots. You can feel that magnitude in your hands as you play with this toy or when you see him on your shelf. All of the top three toys on this list are amazing and the only reason why this toy is not higher is simply because his alt mode is a little underwhelming, especially in the back area, and his hip ratchets are quite restrictive. - william-james88
2. Transformers Masterpiece MP 22 Ultra Magnus
Like all Masterpiece figures, 22 is a work of art. On heft alone this figure is awe inspiring. While I was always a fan of the idea that Ultra Magnus was a smaller bot in a suit of armor, I can't deny that the feat of engineering it took to get the character to be all-in-one is amazing. For me, the fact that I made it through his intense transformation without instructions was a huge relief. I can't say that for every Masterpiece.That meant I could enjoy this highly detailed representation of one of my favorite characters without the burden or fear of being bogged down by the process. It's involved, but it's intuitive. Which equals fun.
While I would have prefered a little more painted/tampoed detail and color, he is till an amazing design. In robot mode he retains all the design elements I loved about the original, but is presented (obviously) in a much more contemporary package. 22 has great articulation for the hoops he has to jump through to transform. He has that "mighty leader" posture no matter how you pose him. And he is a huge and intimidating presence on your shelf.
The carrier mode is perfection. Everything you would want it to be. It's hard to believe it's NOT a white MP-10 pulling that trailer, and of course it can fit any of the Autobot cars. The Fun-O-Meter shoots straight through the roof when you have the ability to roll out an entire team on some perilous adventure all contained in the mighty Magnus in MP scope and scale! - Cobotron
1. Transformers Generations Combiner Wars / Legends Leader Ultra Magnus
An overly involved puzzle of a transformation is one kind of fun, but it can get in the way of another kind of fun. When I'm imagining my way through an intense adventure situation on my coffee table, I can't be bothered with overly difficult transformations. I lose steam. The adventure losses momentum. And that's why Combiner Wars Leader Ultra Magnus beats his Masterpiece counterpart out of 1st place. Playability!
While his transformation is really kind of a truncated version of the MP's, it's simplified enough to be fast and efficient. With enough twists and turns to be fun and you get really close to the MP version, but for a fraction of the cost of the MP.
Another merit is his aesthetic design. He sports a fresh modern updated design in both modes that pulls from some great sources, but maintains his iconic stature. I was absolutely thrilled with the inclusion of the hammer. For me, with this figure,it declares that that is Magnus's weapon now and it's here to stay. And with Minimus Ambus we still get the smaller bot in a suit of armor mythos we expect from the character.
In a world of wonky scale his size class puts his robot mode right in the sweet spot among Voyagers and Deluxes. He's got good articulation where he needs it, and is a joy to pose.
Would I have prefered that his carrier mode could tote Deluxe class cars? Sure, but I'll take what I can get. He can hold a fare amount of Legends class figures and he looks good doing it.
When I walk into my collection and get that Magnus hankering, he is now the one I reach for first. He is fun to transform, fun to play with, and looks great. In the race for best Ultra Magnus figure, he is a hard bot to beat. - Cobotron
Honourable Mention:
Transformers Subscription Service Ultra Mammoth Gallery
Now I know William James likes to keep the lists to main line releases, and I agree. It's the broadest stroke and allows the lists and the conversation to reach the largest audience. But I would be remiss if, on a list of possibly my 2nd favorite heroic Autobot character of all time, we didn't include one of my most favorite versions. I talked it over with Will, and he said he'd let it slide. This one time.
I'm honestly not a huge fan of a lot of the TFCC toys, but I think Ultra Mammoth is one of the smartest repaints they ever did. Before I ever saw the Beast Wars cartoon, I assumed that Beast Wars was just a new iteration on a classic theme, and that the Transformers had rescanned their alt modes to fit some new scenario. I like where the cartoon took us, but I still revert to my original interpretation for fun and play sometimes. When I saw Ultra Mammoth I think I fell over. I had to add him to my Beast Wars collection. The mold fits the character really well. Those tuskes as a new take on Magnus's iconic shoulder pylons is just brilliant. And instead of just painting this Prime white, they went the extra mile and designed his color scheme to emulate Magnus's complete form. He's the appropriate size, and an appropriately powerful beast to use as this large and in charge character for the Beast Wars world. -Cobotron
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Transformers Subscription Service Ultra Mammoth Gallery
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Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937280)
Posted by Quantum Surge on February 9th, 2018 @ 11:07pm CST
Posted by Quantum Surge on February 9th, 2018 @ 11:07pm CST
I'm tied with the Animated Leader Magnus and the CW versions. Each have their pros and cons, but I prefer both over the MP version; that one looks like a shampoo bottle compared to the older MPs.
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937284)
Posted by Ultra Markus on February 9th, 2018 @ 11:35pm CST
Posted by Ultra Markus on February 9th, 2018 @ 11:35pm CST
its hard to beat those top 3
the masterpiece i thought since its a dead on and very accurate representation would have been no 1
the masterpiece i thought since its a dead on and very accurate representation would have been no 1
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937291)
Posted by Rodimus Prime on February 10th, 2018 @ 12:57am CST
Posted by Rodimus Prime on February 10th, 2018 @ 12:57am CST
I would have stuck with God Magnus over Ultra Mammoth. Otherwise, the actual list is good. Personally, I don't consider MP figures toys, so my list is
5. God Magnus
4. Titanium Ultra Magnus
3. Prime Ultra Magnus
2. Animated leader Ultra Magnus
1. Combiner Wars Ultra Magnus
Honorable mention: MP-22 Ultra Magnus. Only because he's not a "toy." Otherwise, he'd be 2nd on the list, bumping everyone behind him down a spot.
5. God Magnus
4. Titanium Ultra Magnus
3. Prime Ultra Magnus
2. Animated leader Ultra Magnus
1. Combiner Wars Ultra Magnus
Honorable mention: MP-22 Ultra Magnus. Only because he's not a "toy." Otherwise, he'd be 2nd on the list, bumping everyone behind him down a spot.
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937295)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 10th, 2018 @ 1:46am CST
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 10th, 2018 @ 1:46am CST
Having about every single Magnusses, I can agree with that list. However, I cannot put the CW leader at #1. Because there is just NO #1 spot. In fact, I just cannot put a # on any of these. So my list remain the same as yours but become "in no particular order". I love them all. All have their faults, all have their qualities. No one is worst, no one is best.
That tell a lot about how amazing all of them are.
That tell a lot about how amazing all of them are.
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937296)
Posted by Bronzewolf on February 10th, 2018 @ 3:53am CST
Posted by Bronzewolf on February 10th, 2018 @ 3:53am CST
Don’t Deluxe cars fit in CW Magnus? I swear I've done that before. TR Chromedome, CW Mirage...Heck, I know I've thrown MPs in there a couple times. Great list, though! I was surprised MP wasn't #1 but, after reading, I totally agree with your reasoning. Perfect choices!
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937298)
Posted by ShockBlade501 on February 10th, 2018 @ 4:07am CST
Posted by ShockBlade501 on February 10th, 2018 @ 4:07am CST
Don't know why you mention the inability to put deluxe cars in the trailer as one of combiner wars Magnus's flaws. Works fine for me.
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937300)
Posted by Randomhero on February 10th, 2018 @ 4:52am CST
Your very picture is a shining example of what he means. Arcee is hanging off the back, kup looks like he’s forced in there and looks like he’s being crushed in there and that hotrods wheels are hanging off the side.
Is it possible? Yes. Is it intended? Nooooo
Posted by Randomhero on February 10th, 2018 @ 4:52am CST
ShockBlade501 wrote:Don't know why you mention the inability to put deluxe cars in the trailer as one of combiner wars Magnus's flaws. Works fine for me.
Your very picture is a shining example of what he means. Arcee is hanging off the back, kup looks like he’s forced in there and looks like he’s being crushed in there and that hotrods wheels are hanging off the side.
Is it possible? Yes. Is it intended? Nooooo
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937301)
Posted by Rysquad on February 10th, 2018 @ 5:03am CST
Posted by Rysquad on February 10th, 2018 @ 5:03am CST
Comic fiction be damned but I still wish that Combiner Wars Ultra Magnus was a Titans Return Ultra Magnus with Minimus Ambus being a Titan Master. That would have allowed for a Powermaster Optimus Prime to maybe use a Prime Master gimmick instead.
I kinda loved all of the Prime Ultra Magnus toys. But I agree with the top 5 in the order presented.
I kinda loved all of the Prime Ultra Magnus toys. But I agree with the top 5 in the order presented.
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937302)
Posted by Targetmaster Kup on February 10th, 2018 @ 5:16am CST
Posted by Targetmaster Kup on February 10th, 2018 @ 5:16am CST
With this list, I agree 100%! Great job!
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937304)
Posted by Twitchythe3rd on February 10th, 2018 @ 5:42am CST
Legends class fit more comfortably if you really want to load him up.
Posted by Twitchythe3rd on February 10th, 2018 @ 5:42am CST
Randomhero wrote:ShockBlade501 wrote:Don't know why you mention the inability to put deluxe cars in the trailer as one of combiner wars Magnus's flaws. Works fine for me.
Your very picture is a shining example of what he means. Arcee is hanging off the back, kup looks like he’s forced in there and looks like he’s being crushed in there and that hotrods wheels are hanging off the side.
Is it possible? Yes. Is it intended? Nooooo
Legends class fit more comfortably if you really want to load him up.
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937308)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 10th, 2018 @ 6:52am CST
Just look at your picture again. THE SCALE. The truck cab look like a freaking shopping cart to the cars. That's why legends cars would work way better.
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I put up the best Magnuses on display in by living room, the rest being in another room. The top five is here in the living room, but I added a sixth. FOC Ultra Magnus. Often Magnus is a repaint of Optimus. But the mold work so well for Magnus that I think this time, it was the other way around.
Transformers Fall of Cybertron Ultra Magnus Gallery
Transformers Fall of Cybertron Ultra Magnus Gallery
EDIT:
Come on Seibertron. You're supposed to leave Magnus's smokestacks UP in bot mode:
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 10th, 2018 @ 6:52am CST
ShockBlade501 wrote:Don't know why you mention the inability to put deluxe cars in the trailer as one of combiner wars Magnus's flaws. Works fine for me.
Just look at your picture again. THE SCALE. The truck cab look like a freaking shopping cart to the cars. That's why legends cars would work way better.
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I put up the best Magnuses on display in by living room, the rest being in another room. The top five is here in the living room, but I added a sixth. FOC Ultra Magnus. Often Magnus is a repaint of Optimus. But the mold work so well for Magnus that I think this time, it was the other way around.
Transformers Fall of Cybertron Ultra Magnus Gallery
Transformers Fall of Cybertron Ultra Magnus Gallery
EDIT:
Come on Seibertron. You're supposed to leave Magnus's smokestacks UP in bot mode:
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937309)
Posted by blackeyedprime on February 10th, 2018 @ 6:59am CST
Posted by blackeyedprime on February 10th, 2018 @ 6:59am CST
1.G1 hands down No.1, The deluxe cars on the CW version look awful. the diaclone advert with 10 'delta magnus' rolling all the cars into battle looks amazing and a fine showcase of how good the G1 ultra magnus is. Complete Parts storage, play value -even the little flying jet chest piece always made me want little guys to sit him, I think I tried using Zoid pilots as a kid not knowing what diaclone was.
2.As much as I like the other Ultras, it's hard to pick any more with them all having some kind of flaw or lacking the magnus in small robot mode/big robot mode. Guess my second spot would be the original masterpiece version with the cardboard trailer (back when masterpieces were master pieces compared to the downsized 'high grade' Mp10). It gets the robot/truck mode right and there was always hope for a trailer or armor at the time.
3.Probably the Armada deluxe, the paint app just works well with it. Eye catching, looks like a soldier (sadly there wasnt much third party stuff at the time it was released, would have liked to see a trailer/armor for it. Ultra should always be able to be bigger than Optimus and with out that ability at least it is still a good looking robot/alt.
4.RID Ultra Magnus for it's play value as much as I disliked the transformation. Being a car carrying transporter that can carry cars is kind of important. Probably the best vehicle mode besides the second masterpiece since the G1 toy but something just feels lacking, robot mode feels more god bomber than magnus to me.
5.Second Masterpiece felt a bit of a let down, I'd passed on third party efforts with the lack of it's own robot mode. So when Takara went and did the same thing it was even more of a let down and Citizen stack who I'd previously disregarded got purchased. I've not had the money or justification to pick up the Takara version yet but some how it always feels like I don't have a MP ultra Magnus.
2.As much as I like the other Ultras, it's hard to pick any more with them all having some kind of flaw or lacking the magnus in small robot mode/big robot mode. Guess my second spot would be the original masterpiece version with the cardboard trailer (back when masterpieces were master pieces compared to the downsized 'high grade' Mp10). It gets the robot/truck mode right and there was always hope for a trailer or armor at the time.
3.Probably the Armada deluxe, the paint app just works well with it. Eye catching, looks like a soldier (sadly there wasnt much third party stuff at the time it was released, would have liked to see a trailer/armor for it. Ultra should always be able to be bigger than Optimus and with out that ability at least it is still a good looking robot/alt.
4.RID Ultra Magnus for it's play value as much as I disliked the transformation. Being a car carrying transporter that can carry cars is kind of important. Probably the best vehicle mode besides the second masterpiece since the G1 toy but something just feels lacking, robot mode feels more god bomber than magnus to me.
5.Second Masterpiece felt a bit of a let down, I'd passed on third party efforts with the lack of it's own robot mode. So when Takara went and did the same thing it was even more of a let down and Citizen stack who I'd previously disregarded got purchased. I've not had the money or justification to pick up the Takara version yet but some how it always feels like I don't have a MP ultra Magnus.
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937313)
Posted by kriksix on February 10th, 2018 @ 7:40am CST
Posted by kriksix on February 10th, 2018 @ 7:40am CST
I way prefer Magnus' own unique mold for TF:Prime over the one shared with Optimus..
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937320)
Posted by Emerje on February 10th, 2018 @ 8:29am CST
Posted by Emerje on February 10th, 2018 @ 8:29am CST
I'm fine with this list, I think it's hard to go wrong with Ultra Magnus, even if it just a naked white Optimus. We've been fortunate to get a lot of good ones. As long as the terrible Titanium figure isn't on the list I'm good.
Emerje
Emerje
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937329)
Posted by Evil Eye on February 10th, 2018 @ 11:03am CST
Posted by Evil Eye on February 10th, 2018 @ 11:03am CST
Good list! Animated Ultra Magnus is a gorgeous looking figure in particular. But then Animated was, as you say, a golden age of toys. I'm a bit sad at the lack of mention of RID Ultra Magnus, but then again I'm biased because he was a childhood favourite. He doesn't hold up so well nowadays with his weird legs and finicky transformation (though that headsculpt is to die for IMO).
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937331)
Posted by ScottyP on February 10th, 2018 @ 11:08am CST
Posted by ScottyP on February 10th, 2018 @ 11:08am CST
The MP is the best one by several country miles and it's not even close. I say this also really loving the CW mold, but when the two are put side by side it's really not even close. Outside of that, this is a good list! No Titanium version? 
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937333)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 10th, 2018 @ 11:22am CST
I own the Titanium and it quite nice for what it is. It dosent deseverves to be on the list, but anyone coming accross him for a reasonable price, they should buy him.
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 10th, 2018 @ 11:22am CST
ScottyP wrote:The MP is the best one by several country miles and it's not even close. I say this also really loving the CW mold, but when the two are put side by side it's really not even close. Outside of that, this is a good list! No Titanium version?
I own the Titanium and it quite nice for what it is. It dosent deseverves to be on the list, but anyone coming accross him for a reasonable price, they should buy him.
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937338)
Posted by Cobotron on February 10th, 2018 @ 12:01pm CST
Posted by Cobotron on February 10th, 2018 @ 12:01pm CST
Yeah! Will. Why did you take God Magnus out of honorable mention? Just made the list too long? I nominate him to be back in. I love that toy.
Another Honorable Mention for me is this Cyberverse Commander Class figure.
Transformers Prime: Cyberverse Ultra Magnus Gallery
Not sure why I like him so much. I just really like the scale, and he has great articulation for a little guy. Also, translucent parts and weapon!
I just think this works better. I'm not a stickler for scale, but this just makes more sense to me.
@Kanrabat - I DO like that FoC Magnus. I like that mold better for UM than for Prime. But we all know why he didn't make the list. Will hates the FoC line with all his might!
@Will - Thanks for including me and my opinions on this list. It was fun to collaborate!
Edit:
For me personally, play is most important. While I love MP Magnus, and he would make a top 5 list of MPs for me. CW is more approachable, more accessible, and easier and more fun to just play with. (IMO
)
Another Honorable Mention for me is this Cyberverse Commander Class figure.
Transformers Prime: Cyberverse Ultra Magnus Gallery
Not sure why I like him so much. I just really like the scale, and he has great articulation for a little guy. Also, translucent parts and weapon!
ShockBlade501 wrote:Don't know why you mention the inability to put deluxe cars in the trailer as one of combiner wars Magnus's flaws. Works fine for me.
I just think this works better. I'm not a stickler for scale, but this just makes more sense to me.
But this statement is what's most important to me.ShockBlade501 wrote: Works fine for me.
@Kanrabat - I DO like that FoC Magnus. I like that mold better for UM than for Prime. But we all know why he didn't make the list. Will hates the FoC line with all his might!
@Will - Thanks for including me and my opinions on this list. It was fun to collaborate!
Edit:
ScottyP wrote:The MP is the best one by several country miles and it's not even close. I say this also really loving the CW mold, but when the two are put side by side it's really not even close. Outside of that, this is a good list! No Titanium version?
For me personally, play is most important. While I love MP Magnus, and he would make a top 5 list of MPs for me. CW is more approachable, more accessible, and easier and more fun to just play with. (IMO
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Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937340)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 10th, 2018 @ 12:21pm CST
I found MP Magnus to be surprisingly easy to transform... for a MP figure, that is.
I too, preffer more simple and easier transformations. Even though the MPM and ROTF lines gave wonderful looking bots, I always hate the overlong and overcomplicated transformations.
It's for the same reason that I preffer to play with my good old G1 Optimus rather than MP-10.
Oh, and have my glorious living room UM display:
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 10th, 2018 @ 12:21pm CST
Cobotron wrote:For me personally, play is most important. While I love MP Magnus, and he would make a top 5 list of MPs for me. CW is more approachable, more accessible, and easier and more fun to just play with. (IMO
I found MP Magnus to be surprisingly easy to transform... for a MP figure, that is.
I too, preffer more simple and easier transformations. Even though the MPM and ROTF lines gave wonderful looking bots, I always hate the overlong and overcomplicated transformations.
It's for the same reason that I preffer to play with my good old G1 Optimus rather than MP-10.
Oh, and have my glorious living room UM display:
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937341)
Posted by Cobotron on February 10th, 2018 @ 12:31pm CST
Posted by Cobotron on February 10th, 2018 @ 12:31pm CST
Me too! I even mentioned that in the list.-Kanrabat- wrote:I found MP Magnus to be surprisingly easy to transform... for a MP figure, that is.
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937343)
Posted by william-james88 on February 10th, 2018 @ 12:49pm CST
Well, big boss Seibertron likes top 5 lists to be just that, top 5. If we are gonna start having a big honourable mention list (or several ties) then he'd rather we just make it a top 10. But to me, a top 10 with character lists don't work for me since there arent enough toys out there to make a top 10 feel like I am showing the cream of the crop.
Anyways, you wanted that Ultra Mammoth more on the list than I wanted RID Magnus. The RID toy is very interesting and an important part of the character's history within the brand but its not a top 5 toy (not today) so its ok that it stays here in the comments, along with Titanium, the other Prime mold and the FOC
I really loathe the voyager, but the cyberverse version is great. The simplified transformation of the voyager works super well for a smaller version where it feels just as complex as any other cyberverse toy.
Oh and for anyone curious, me and Cobo go way back with our talks on Magnus. He had bought the first Prime Voyager through me and I remember him thinking there must be a mistake with it since it only had 1 missile. But no, that toy did not come with more than 1, which he found pretty lame. And along with my own dislike of the figure, that memory of how much he thought it must have been a mistake is a big reason as to why that toy was never considered for this list.
I truly feel it is the lowest point of TF collecting history in terms of quality. I simply hate the feel of all those toys. Just thinking of running my finger along voyager Soundwave's porous surfaces makes my skin crawl.
Big time And check this, its probably the list people agree with the most so far
If there is another list you want to collaborate on (top 5 BM toys?) let me know. And this goes to all of you reading. If you have an idea in mind and would like to contribute, just let me know!
And for me (though the placement between 1 and 2 was up to Cobo), I simply preffer the design. I really love the look of the CW leader and it has a nice combination of several Magnus elements, like IDW and Animated (which both harken to G1 as well of course). I realize I am not so fond of that initial G1 design, at least not in the way the MP brings it to toy form.
Also, when looking at what you are getting for what you pay, I think the CW edges out the MP. I would even say that out of all Gen Leader toys, Magnus is the best one out there and the one I feel was most worth that Leader price point.
That said, you do get more with MP Magnus (parts count, quality, paint, mass), so I can completely understand where Scotty is coming from. But I do wonder which toy you would bump off, Scotty, to include the Titanium one
Posted by william-james88 on February 10th, 2018 @ 12:49pm CST
Cobotron wrote:Yeah! Will. Why did you take God Magnus out of honorable mention? Just made the list too long? I nominate him to be back in. I love that toy.
Well, big boss Seibertron likes top 5 lists to be just that, top 5. If we are gonna start having a big honourable mention list (or several ties) then he'd rather we just make it a top 10. But to me, a top 10 with character lists don't work for me since there arent enough toys out there to make a top 10 feel like I am showing the cream of the crop.
Anyways, you wanted that Ultra Mammoth more on the list than I wanted RID Magnus. The RID toy is very interesting and an important part of the character's history within the brand but its not a top 5 toy (not today) so its ok that it stays here in the comments, along with Titanium, the other Prime mold and the FOC
Another Honorable Mention for me is this Cyberverse Commander Class figure.
I really loathe the voyager, but the cyberverse version is great. The simplified transformation of the voyager works super well for a smaller version where it feels just as complex as any other cyberverse toy.
Oh and for anyone curious, me and Cobo go way back with our talks on Magnus. He had bought the first Prime Voyager through me and I remember him thinking there must be a mistake with it since it only had 1 missile. But no, that toy did not come with more than 1, which he found pretty lame. And along with my own dislike of the figure, that memory of how much he thought it must have been a mistake is a big reason as to why that toy was never considered for this list.
But we all know why he didn't make the list. Will hates the FoC line with all his might!
I truly feel it is the lowest point of TF collecting history in terms of quality. I simply hate the feel of all those toys. Just thinking of running my finger along voyager Soundwave's porous surfaces makes my skin crawl.
@Will - Thanks for including me and my opinions on this list. It was fun to collaborate
Big time
And check this, its probably the list people agree with the most so far If there is another list you want to collaborate on (top 5 BM toys?) let me know. And this goes to all of you reading. If you have an idea in mind and would like to contribute, just let me know!
For me personally, play is most important. While I love MP Magnus, and he would make a top 5 list of MPs for me. CW is more approachable, more accessible, and easier and more fun to just play with. (IMO
And for me (though the placement between 1 and 2 was up to Cobo), I simply preffer the design. I really love the look of the CW leader and it has a nice combination of several Magnus elements, like IDW and Animated (which both harken to G1 as well of course). I realize I am not so fond of that initial G1 design, at least not in the way the MP brings it to toy form.
Also, when looking at what you are getting for what you pay, I think the CW edges out the MP. I would even say that out of all Gen Leader toys, Magnus is the best one out there and the one I feel was most worth that Leader price point.
That said, you do get more with MP Magnus (parts count, quality, paint, mass), so I can completely understand where Scotty is coming from. But I do wonder which toy you would bump off, Scotty, to include the Titanium one
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937345)
Posted by zodconvoy on February 10th, 2018 @ 12:54pm CST
Posted by zodconvoy on February 10th, 2018 @ 12:54pm CST
Just using this as an excuse to share my old Magnus set up from before I moved.
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937358)
Posted by megatronus on February 10th, 2018 @ 1:58pm CST
Posted by megatronus on February 10th, 2018 @ 1:58pm CST
Awesome list!
But Will, you forgot a couple pieces of trivia that make Beast Hunters Ultra Magnus and the Animated Leader even more list-worthy:
In Prime, it is strongly implied that Ultra Magnus is, in fact, a clone of Optimus Prime. Clone-tastic! Also, Animated is where the titular Magnus Hammer is first introduced, starting the trend that persists to this day. Hammer Time!
But Will, you forgot a couple pieces of trivia that make Beast Hunters Ultra Magnus and the Animated Leader even more list-worthy:
In Prime, it is strongly implied that Ultra Magnus is, in fact, a clone of Optimus Prime. Clone-tastic! Also, Animated is where the titular Magnus Hammer is first introduced, starting the trend that persists to this day. Hammer Time!
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937371)
Posted by Ironhidensh on February 10th, 2018 @ 3:15pm CST
Posted by Ironhidensh on February 10th, 2018 @ 3:15pm CST
Good list!
For me, a MP figure is automatically put at #1, so I would take MP22 off, and replace him with RiD 2001 Magnus.
The only other change I might make is taking out CW Magnus, and leaving Takara Legends as a stand alone entry. While the exact same figure, Takara's extra mile in the paint department makes one hell off a difference.
Lack of painted rims still makes me want to beat my head against a rock.
For me, a MP figure is automatically put at #1, so I would take MP22 off, and replace him with RiD 2001 Magnus.
The only other change I might make is taking out CW Magnus, and leaving Takara Legends as a stand alone entry. While the exact same figure, Takara's extra mile in the paint department makes one hell off a difference.
Lack of painted rims still makes me want to beat my head against a rock.
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937376)
Posted by Cobotron on February 10th, 2018 @ 3:37pm CST
Posted by Cobotron on February 10th, 2018 @ 3:37pm CST
@Ironhidensh
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937378)
Posted by dragons on February 10th, 2018 @ 3:54pm CST
Posted by dragons on February 10th, 2018 @ 3:54pm CST
Transformers ultra Magnus from rod series combined with prime is better ultra Magnus than transformers prime repaint ultra Magnus should have been on list or honorable mentioned
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937381)
Posted by Overcracker on February 10th, 2018 @ 4:17pm CST
Posted by Overcracker on February 10th, 2018 @ 4:17pm CST
Because I'm contractually obligated to point out non referenced molds, and because I have a soft spot for the mold:
I give you the immovable glory that is Energon Ultra Magnus:
*That's his action pose* Really.
He needed to be at least mentioned in that list.
I give you the immovable glory that is Energon Ultra Magnus:
*That's his action pose* Really.
He needed to be at least mentioned in that list.
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937385)
Posted by Targetmaster Kup on February 10th, 2018 @ 4:44pm CST
This is my favorite Ultra Magnus
Posted by Targetmaster Kup on February 10th, 2018 @ 4:44pm CST
This is my favorite Ultra Magnus
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937457)
Posted by Epsilon Delta on February 10th, 2018 @ 9:00pm CST
Posted by Epsilon Delta on February 10th, 2018 @ 9:00pm CST
G1 Ultra Magnus is my favorite transformer because of his look. So cool. The trailer combining gimmick that prime would later steal (I know I know, Powered Convoy... But I'm talking about Ultra Magnus here) was so awesome. I wish that the MP was a white MP10 with a trailer that became the armor just like the original. I don't care about parts forming. But boy I wish I had that Ultra Mammoth. *Sigh* it came out when I didn't have money and wasn't as in to collecting as I am today. I didn't know about such things. Now all I can do is look at pictures and pretend I'm gonna buy it one day...
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937462)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 10th, 2018 @ 9:11pm CST
Dude. You WILL. Sooner or later, a golden opportunity will just land on your lap. It can take months or years. But if you really WANT something, you WILL get it. So many figures I got this way while dogging the inflated second market prices!
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 10th, 2018 @ 9:11pm CST
Epsilon Delta wrote:G1 Ultra Magnus is my favorite transformer because of his look. So cool. The trailer combining gimmick that prime would later steal (I know I know, Powered Convoy... But I'm talking about Ultra Magnus here) was so awesome. I wish that the MP was a white MP10 with a trailer that became the armor just like the original. I don't care about parts forming. But boy I wish I had that Ultra Mammoth. *Sigh* it came out when I didn't have money and wasn't as in to collecting as I am today. I didn't know about such things. Now all I can do is look at pictures and pretend I'm gonna buy it one day...
Dude. You WILL. Sooner or later, a golden opportunity will just land on your lap. It can take months or years. But if you really WANT something, you WILL get it. So many figures I got this way while dogging the inflated second market prices!
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937466)
Posted by Epsilon Delta on February 10th, 2018 @ 9:15pm CST
Thanks for the vote of confidence. That's how I ended up with my MP Ultra Magnus. And you have renewed my resolve to obtain my Ultra Mammoth! One day, perhaps soon, perhaps months, years, or decades away, I will return to this thread and post a picture of my own Ultra Mammoth. Mark my words. "So it is written, so it shall be done!"
Posted by Epsilon Delta on February 10th, 2018 @ 9:15pm CST
-Kanrabat- wrote:Epsilon Delta wrote:G1 Ultra Magnus is my favorite transformer because of his look. So cool. The trailer combining gimmick that prime would later steal (I know I know, Powered Convoy... But I'm talking about Ultra Magnus here) was so awesome. I wish that the MP was a white MP10 with a trailer that became the armor just like the original. I don't care about parts forming. But boy I wish I had that Ultra Mammoth. *Sigh* it came out when I didn't have money and wasn't as in to collecting as I am today. I didn't know about such things. Now all I can do is look at pictures and pretend I'm gonna buy it one day...
Dude. You WILL. Sooner or later, a golden opportunity will just land on your lap. It can take months or years. But if you really WANT something, you WILL get it. So many figures I got this way while dogging the inflated second market prices!
Thanks for the vote of confidence. That's how I ended up with my MP Ultra Magnus. And you have renewed my resolve to obtain my Ultra Mammoth! One day, perhaps soon, perhaps months, years, or decades away, I will return to this thread and post a picture of my own Ultra Mammoth. Mark my words. "So it is written, so it shall be done!"
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937472)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 10th, 2018 @ 9:29pm CST
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 10th, 2018 @ 9:29pm CST
Last spring a local geek store opened. Speciality: Transformers and Marvel action figures! And he had (and still have) a very extensive G1 collection for sale. But the best part is not only was he reasonably priced, but he took ANY used Transformers for trade-in Gamestop style!
This way, I got G1 Bludgeon and Thunderwing. Both figures I never thought I would get 100% complete for so cheap! With the same store, I got even more pretenders, a whole bunch of G1 Headmasters, some more G1s, and a 99% complete collection of ACTION MASTERS!
Now unfortunately, I have no longer any extra stuff to trade. That geek store took so many stuff from me that he barely take any trades anymore!
Very recently, I got Platinum YOTH Starscream. A toy that I NEVER wanted to import for the 150$+ it would have cost me. But lo and behold, some random guy had a sealed one for sale in the local classified. I finally got my YOTH Starscream for 55$CAN... with the thing delivered right on my doorstep in person!
AAaaannnnnnnnddddddd this lead back to this very Ultra Magnus thread. My next want-to-buy-but-not-at-full-price-so-I'll-be-patient toy is the Platinum Ultra Magnus. Based on the Weaponiser Optimus Prime:
One day, man. One day...
This way, I got G1 Bludgeon and Thunderwing. Both figures I never thought I would get 100% complete for so cheap! With the same store, I got even more pretenders, a whole bunch of G1 Headmasters, some more G1s, and a 99% complete collection of ACTION MASTERS!
Now unfortunately, I have no longer any extra stuff to trade. That geek store took so many stuff from me that he barely take any trades anymore!
Very recently, I got Platinum YOTH Starscream. A toy that I NEVER wanted to import for the 150$+ it would have cost me. But lo and behold, some random guy had a sealed one for sale in the local classified. I finally got my YOTH Starscream for 55$CAN... with the thing delivered right on my doorstep in person!
AAaaannnnnnnnddddddd this lead back to this very Ultra Magnus thread. My next want-to-buy-but-not-at-full-price-so-I'll-be-patient toy is the Platinum Ultra Magnus. Based on the Weaponiser Optimus Prime:
One day, man. One day...
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937484)
Posted by Epsilon Delta on February 10th, 2018 @ 9:41pm CST
such a beautiful story full of hope and promise. I hope you get the YOTH Ultra Magnus. YOTH Magnus has some nice colors. Prime is one of my favorite cartoon series and I was happy they brought in Magnus. The Beast Hunter Magnus is another one I need.
Posted by Epsilon Delta on February 10th, 2018 @ 9:41pm CST
such a beautiful story full of hope and promise. I hope you get the YOTH Ultra Magnus. YOTH Magnus has some nice colors. Prime is one of my favorite cartoon series and I was happy they brought in Magnus. The Beast Hunter Magnus is another one I need.
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937488)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 10th, 2018 @ 9:43pm CST
AAAAAAnnnnd I pulled the trigger.
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 10th, 2018 @ 9:43pm CST
Epsilon Delta wrote::-( such a beautiful story full of hope and promise. I hope you get the YOTH Ultra Magnus. YOTH Magnus has some nice colors. Prime is one of my favorite cartoon series and I was happy they brought in Magnus. The Beast Hunter Magnus is another one I need.
AAAAAAnnnnd I pulled the trigger.
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937502)
Posted by Epsilon Delta on February 10th, 2018 @ 10:27pm CST
Posted by Epsilon Delta on February 10th, 2018 @ 10:27pm CST
My best story is: I bought Cybertron Optimus (my first Optimus, and I am very happy I got him) when he was in stores. I was into Cybertron and it was my first Transformer since BW Depthcharge. I ended up getting Leobreaker to combine, but ended up missing the end of the show where he combines with Wingsaber. Fast forward to 2010 and the internet is in full swing and I YouTube is a thing and wikis are coming around, and I decide to finish Cybertron. And lo and behold I see Prime combine with Wingsaber... And I get super excited because my toy just got even better and I couldn't believe it. Now I go to eBay to find a Wingsaber... Only to discover how expensive it is. Then I find a new in box thing called Sonic Bomber that looks just like Wingsaber. I research and I find out that this company called Takara has Transformers toys too, and this Sonic Bomber has chrome swords. I email this seller and ask if it is compatible with the American Cybertron Prime. They say they don't know, but they will sell it to me for $20 if I try it and let them know so they can add it to the description. I jumped on it and now my Wingsaber has chrome. So great.
Which brings me to a point to get back on topic. Cybertron Prime to me was always begging to be retooled into Ultra Magnus. Take off the wings. Retool the cannons to be a car carrier. Combining with the trailer was already built into it. A few tweaks and a paint job and he could easily have been Magnus, especially since Magnus wasn't in Cybertron. Perhaps a list of "missed retool opportunities" that should have been.
Which brings me to a point to get back on topic. Cybertron Prime to me was always begging to be retooled into Ultra Magnus. Take off the wings. Retool the cannons to be a car carrier. Combining with the trailer was already built into it. A few tweaks and a paint job and he could easily have been Magnus, especially since Magnus wasn't in Cybertron. Perhaps a list of "missed retool opportunities" that should have been.
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937504)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 10th, 2018 @ 10:35pm CST
Be careful of what you wish for....
Click on the link in my signature below to know what I mean.
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 10th, 2018 @ 10:35pm CST
Epsilon Delta wrote:Which brings me to a point to get back on topic. Cybertron Prime to me was always begging to be retooled into Ultra Magnus. Take off the wings. Retool the cannons to be a car carrier. Combining with the trailer was already built into it. A few tweaks and a paint job and he could easily have been Magnus, especially since Magnus wasn't in Cybertron. Perhaps a list of "missed retool opportunities" that should have been.
Be careful of what you wish for....
Click on the link in my signature below to know what I mean.
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937508)
Posted by Epsilon Delta on February 10th, 2018 @ 10:41pm CST
Make this Magnus fan's crazy ideas a reality! Haha
Posted by Epsilon Delta on February 10th, 2018 @ 10:41pm CST
-Kanrabat- wrote:Epsilon Delta wrote:Which brings me to a point to get back on topic. Cybertron Prime to me was always begging to be retooled into Ultra Magnus. Take off the wings. Retool the cannons to be a car carrier. Combining with the trailer was already built into it. A few tweaks and a paint job and he could easily have been Magnus, especially since Magnus wasn't in Cybertron. Perhaps a list of "missed retool opportunities" that should have been.
Be careful of what you wish for....
Click on the link in my signature below to know what I mean.
Make this Magnus fan's crazy ideas a reality! Haha
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937510)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 10th, 2018 @ 10:45pm CST
The base materials will be easy enough to find for cheap locally... In the summer Flea Market. Still, I'll keep this very interesting idea in mind.
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 10th, 2018 @ 10:45pm CST
Epsilon Delta wrote:-Kanrabat- wrote:Epsilon Delta wrote:Which brings me to a point to get back on topic. Cybertron Prime to me was always begging to be retooled into Ultra Magnus. Take off the wings. Retool the cannons to be a car carrier. Combining with the trailer was already built into it. A few tweaks and a paint job and he could easily have been Magnus, especially since Magnus wasn't in Cybertron. Perhaps a list of "missed retool opportunities" that should have been.
Be careful of what you wish for....
Click on the link in my signature below to know what I mean.
Make this Magnus fan's crazy ideas a reality! Haha
The base materials will be easy enough to find for cheap locally... In the summer Flea Market. Still, I'll keep this very interesting idea in mind.
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937517)
Posted by Epsilon Delta on February 10th, 2018 @ 11:22pm CST
Also I mentioned Depthcharge... Just saying, another could have been that didn't make the cartoon: Ultra Manta... Serious, just look at it and switch the colors to red, white, and blue. I photoshopped the colors on a picture I took of it and just about painted him. If I had an extra Depthcharge I would have. His manta wings are begging to be "Magnus shoulder pads." Ultra Manta stomping Preds with Optimus Primal, or along side Ultra Mammoth. A boy can dream.
Posted by Epsilon Delta on February 10th, 2018 @ 11:22pm CST
-Kanrabat- wrote:Epsilon Delta wrote:-Kanrabat- wrote:Epsilon Delta wrote:Which brings me to a point to get back on topic. Cybertron Prime to me was always begging to be retooled into Ultra Magnus. Take off the wings. Retool the cannons to be a car carrier. Combining with the trailer was already built into it. A few tweaks and a paint job and he could easily have been Magnus, especially since Magnus wasn't in Cybertron. Perhaps a list of "missed retool opportunities" that should have been.
Be careful of what you wish for....
Click on the link in my signature below to know what I mean.
Make this Magnus fan's crazy ideas a reality! Haha
The base materials will be easy enough to find for cheap locally... In the summer Flea Market. Still, I'll keep this very interesting idea in mind.
Also I mentioned Depthcharge... Just saying, another could have been that didn't make the cartoon: Ultra Manta... Serious, just look at it and switch the colors to red, white, and blue. I photoshopped the colors on a picture I took of it and just about painted him. If I had an extra Depthcharge I would have. His manta wings are begging to be "Magnus shoulder pads." Ultra Manta stomping Preds with Optimus Primal, or along side Ultra Mammoth. A boy can dream.
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937693)
Posted by Flashwave on February 11th, 2018 @ 12:03pm CST
Posted by Flashwave on February 11th, 2018 @ 12:03pm CST
You know, I am sad RID Magnus isnt here, and yet I cant dispute any of the 5+HM Nominees.
My 1 complaint with the G1, and the Generations and Masterpiece figures that emulate it: If thats an auto carrier than I am an orangutan. seriously, a box frame with cars on itdoes not equal a car carrier. We know what an autocarrier looks like, you made in 2001, so how about we get back to the original Classics Mission Statement of giving us updated looks of G1 and get an actual auto carrier? Or I dunno? The RID Magnus with actually useable FEET instead of just standing on his cankles.
Yeah, I change my mind. Car Robots Magnus shoulda been #5
My 1 complaint with the G1, and the Generations and Masterpiece figures that emulate it: If thats an auto carrier than I am an orangutan. seriously, a box frame with cars on itdoes not equal a car carrier. We know what an autocarrier looks like, you made in 2001, so how about we get back to the original Classics Mission Statement of giving us updated looks of G1 and get an actual auto carrier? Or I dunno? The RID Magnus with actually useable FEET instead of just standing on his cankles.
Yeah, I change my mind. Car Robots Magnus shoulda been #5
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937701)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 11th, 2018 @ 12:12pm CST
Transformers Robots In Disguise Ultra Magnus (God Magnus) Gallery
No deneing that it IS a REAL car carrier. Full compatible and in scale with deluxes.
Id' really love an updated version of this toy, with a more solid bot mode. Even if the combining gimmick must be sacreficed in the process.
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 11th, 2018 @ 12:12pm CST
Flashwave wrote:Yeah, I change my mind. Car Robots Magnus shoulda been #5
Transformers Robots In Disguise Ultra Magnus (God Magnus) Gallery
No deneing that it IS a REAL car carrier. Full compatible and in scale with deluxes.
Id' really love an updated version of this toy, with a more solid bot mode. Even if the combining gimmick must be sacreficed in the process.
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937705)
Posted by Flashwave on February 11th, 2018 @ 12:15pm CST
Posted by Flashwave on February 11th, 2018 @ 12:15pm CST
And you know, I like the idea of including but limitong the Botcon figures to Honorable Mention status,
its a good way to say "Like that? Maybe add this to your grail list"
*Is still more articulated than a PoTP Pretender*
its a good way to say "Like that? Maybe add this to your grail list"
Overcracker wrote:Because I'm contractually obligated to point out non referenced molds, and because I have a soft spot for the mold:
I give you the immovable glory that is Energon Ultra Magnus:
*That's his action pose* Really.
He needed to be at least mentioned in that list.
*Is still more articulated than a PoTP Pretender*
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937718)
Posted by Epsilon Delta on February 11th, 2018 @ 12:47pm CST
I think a lot of people have him on their top 5 Magni (yeah I said it. Magni. Optimus isn't there only one to get an "i" for plurality. Haha) I was surprised he wasn't in there too, but it's not my list. I have to bump G1 because of his white Optimus innards, but I think I would have to in order to put RID/CR Magnus in there, probably at number 2 after MP22 for me. Especially with RID Magnus' effect of powering up Prime... Which reminds me...
When are we getting Top 5 Prime combination/super mode/power ups?
Posted by Epsilon Delta on February 11th, 2018 @ 12:47pm CST
Flashwave wrote:You know, I am sad RID Magnus isnt here...
Yeah, I change my mind. Car Robots Magnus shoulda been #5
I think a lot of people have him on their top 5 Magni (yeah I said it. Magni. Optimus isn't there only one to get an "i" for plurality. Haha) I was surprised he wasn't in there too, but it's not my list. I have to bump G1 because of his white Optimus innards, but I think I would have to in order to put RID/CR Magnus in there, probably at number 2 after MP22 for me. Especially with RID Magnus' effect of powering up Prime... Which reminds me...
When are we getting Top 5 Prime combination/super mode/power ups?
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937719)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 11th, 2018 @ 12:50pm CST
I don't think there is enough of that to make a top five.
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 11th, 2018 @ 12:50pm CST
Epsilon Delta wrote:When are we getting Top 5 Prime combination/super mode/power ups?
I don't think there is enough of that to make a top five.
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937720)
Posted by Flashwave on February 11th, 2018 @ 12:52pm CST
Cybertron, Energon×2, Armada×2, RID, Animated, CW,
Posted by Flashwave on February 11th, 2018 @ 12:52pm CST
-Kanrabat- wrote:Epsilon Delta wrote:When are we getting Top 5 Prime combination/super mode/power ups?
I don't think there is enough of that to make a top five.
Cybertron, Energon×2, Armada×2, RID, Animated, CW,
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937723)
Posted by Epsilon Delta on February 11th, 2018 @ 12:56pm CST
Savage Claw and Sonic Wing
Posted by Epsilon Delta on February 11th, 2018 @ 12:56pm CST
Flashwave wrote:-Kanrabat- wrote:Epsilon Delta wrote:When are we getting Top 5 Prime combination/super mode/power ups?
I don't think there is enough of that to make a top five.
CybertronX2, Energon×2, Armada×2, RID, Animated, CW,
Savage Claw and Sonic Wing
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937724)
Posted by Epsilon Delta on February 11th, 2018 @ 12:57pm CST
Posted by Epsilon Delta on February 11th, 2018 @ 12:57pm CST
Also awhile back they said it was in the works
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937726)
Posted by Flashwave on February 11th, 2018 @ 12:59pm CST
Whereas Energon gets 2, actually FOUR seperate power up modes, Prime's own, the deluxe Powerlinx Prime exclusive, with Energon Wing Saber, and with Energon Omega Supreme.
Posted by Flashwave on February 11th, 2018 @ 12:59pm CST
I know, but Savage Claw is so lack luster, I actually left it off. I actually took the arms off of my first Cyb Prime so I could put both LeoBreakers and Wing Saber on jim. Kinda eish I knew where all the screws for that were now.Epsilon Delta wrote:Flashwave wrote:-Kanrabat- wrote:Epsilon Delta wrote:When are we getting Top 5 Prime combination/super mode/power ups?
I don't think there is enough of that to make a top five.
CybertronX2, Energon×2, Armada×2, RID, Animated, CW,
Savage Claw and Sonic Wing
Whereas Energon gets 2, actually FOUR seperate power up modes, Prime's own, the deluxe Powerlinx Prime exclusive, with Energon Wing Saber, and with Energon Omega Supreme.
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937728)
Posted by Epsilon Delta on February 11th, 2018 @ 1:03pm CST
Yeah I remember seeing it on the show, thinking it was awesome, getting the toys... And just kind of reevaluating my life decisions because I was so underwhelmed
Posted by Epsilon Delta on February 11th, 2018 @ 1:03pm CST
Flashwave wrote:I know, but Savage Claw is so lack luster, I actually left it off. I actually took the arms off of my first Cyb Prime so I could put both LeoBreakers and Wing Saber on jim. Kinda eish I knew where all the screws for that were now.Epsilon Delta wrote:Flashwave wrote:-Kanrabat- wrote:Epsilon Delta wrote:When are we getting Top 5 Prime combination/super mode/power ups?
I don't think there is enough of that to make a top five.
CybertronX2, Energon×2, Armada×2, RID, Animated, CW,
Savage Claw and Sonic Wing
Yeah I remember seeing it on the show, thinking it was awesome, getting the toys... And just kind of reevaluating my life decisions because I was so underwhelmed
Re: Top 5 Best Ultra Magnus Transformers Toys (1937729)
Posted by Flashwave on February 11th, 2018 @ 1:06pm CST
If Lio had a hip swivel ratchet it woulda been fine. Primus knows he had enough of a Pelvis to stash one in that hinge plate. You coulda turned the hip 90* and used the leg joint as an elbow. Then he could at least do an Uppercut.
Posted by Flashwave on February 11th, 2018 @ 1:06pm CST
Epsilon Delta wrote:Flashwave wrote:I know, but Savage Claw is so lack luster, I actually left it off. I actually took the arms off of my first Cyb Prime so I could put both LeoBreakers and Wing Saber on jim. Kinda eish I knew where all the screws for that were now.Epsilon Delta wrote:Flashwave wrote:-Kanrabat- wrote:Epsilon Delta wrote:When are we getting Top 5 Prime combination/super mode/power ups?
I don't think there is enough of that to make a top five.
CybertronX2, Energon×2, Armada×2, RID, Animated, CW,
Savage Claw and Sonic Wing
Yeah I remember seeing it on the show, thinking it was awesome, getting the toys... And just kind of reevaluating my life decisions because I was so underwhelmed
If Lio had a hip swivel ratchet it woulda been fine. Primus knows he had enough of a Pelvis to stash one in that hinge plate. You coulda turned the hip 90* and used the leg joint as an elbow. Then he could at least do an Uppercut.
