Top 5 Best Water Themed Transformers Toys

Kyleor wrote:...Which figure is the one in the teaser pic since it's not on the list at all?

william-james88 wrote:

Kyleor wrote:...Which figure is the one in the teaser pic since it's not on the list at all?

It's in the honourable mentions, just click the links in the article.

Rodimus Prime wrote:I totally disagree with you on Tidal Wave. Not only should he be on the list, he should get the top spot. All 3 parts are straight water-battle themed, and they function very well when combined. I also have to note that Galaxy Force Thunderblast is also missing. That figure is also superior to all the figures you listed, maybe with the exception of Depth Charge. Of course, BotCon Elita also goes with that, as that's a redeco of Thunderblast. Of those you actually put on the list, Depth Charge should be #1.

Overcracker wrote:Great list. But I'm shocked King Poseidon a.k.a Piranacon and the Seacons did not get even a passing mention.

They are the quintessential water / sea based transformers, and while the combined mode is not the greatest, the individual beats modes are list worthy specially Lobclaw (Nautilator) and Kraken (Seawing).

Overcracker wrote:Great list. But I'm shocked King Poseidon a.k.a Piranacon and the Seacons did not get even a passing mention.

They are the quintessential water / sea based transformers, and while the combined mode is not the greatest, the individual beats modes are list worthy specially Lobclaw (Nautilator) and Kraken (Seawing).

ZeroWolf wrote:Ah the seacons, I was only missing snaptrap and the one who is the right leg (not tenakill) ah if only I could of afforded the g2 seasons when they were available

william-james88 wrote:
Yeah, thats definitely an omission on my part, so thanks for contributing here!

Randomhero wrote:Great list James and holy crap! I have never seen or heard of Undertow! That's an awesome looking figure! I can't believe I've seen or heard of that dude before! I want him!

william-james88 wrote:

Rodimus Prime wrote:I totally disagree with you on Tidal Wave. Not only should he be on the list, he should get the top spot. All 3 parts are straight water-battle themed, and they function very well when combined. I also have to note that Galaxy Force Thunderblast is also missing. That figure is also superior to all the figures you listed, maybe with the exception of Depth Charge. Of course, BotCon Elita also goes with that, as that's a redeco of Thunderblast. Of those you actually put on the list, Depth Charge should be #1.

So what would be your full top 5 list?

Rodimus Prime wrote:I totally disagree with you on Tidal Wave. Not only should he be on the list, he should get the top spot. All 3 parts are straight water-battle themed, and they function very well when combined. I also have to note that Galaxy Force Thunderblast is also missing. That figure is also superior to all the figures you listed, maybe with the exception of Depth Charge. Of course, BotCon Elita also goes with that, as that's a redeco of Thunderblast. Of those you actually put on the list, Depth Charge should be #1.

Stuartmaximus wrote:+ Tidal Wave's other rebuilt form.....Mirage

Rodimus Prime wrote:5. Voyager Seaspray
4. Beast Wars Metal Depth Charge
3. Galaxy Force Thunderblast (and BotCon Elita)
2. G1 Seacons
1. Armada Tidal Wave (and repaints)

Honorable mention: RiD Sky-Byte for the shark mode. Robot mode and transformation are subpar, but water-themed alt mode is top notch

ZeroWolf wrote:Stu, the list is only for those that got toys

StarFireMk4 wrote:Actually I take it back, while it's still good it's incomplete. WHERE'S CLAWJAW?

Ultra Markus wrote:no mention of skybite?

Delta Magnus wrote:Woohoo! Aquatic Transformers for the win!

Very good list, I must say. Though I'd have liked Energon Mirage/Dreadwing to at least get an honourable mention, along with, of course, the Seacons (though that's already been mentioned).

william-james88 wrote:

StarFireMk4 wrote:Actually I take it back, while it's still good it's incomplete. WHERE'S CLAWJAW?

Haha, there can only be so many bots mentioned, one will always get away. Hence why we have these discussions
So, who would you remove from the list to include clawjaw?

Ultra Markus wrote:no mention of skybite?

Yes, he is mentionned, but by his Japanese name Gelshark since that deco made too huge a difference to ignore.

Delta Magnus wrote:Woohoo! Aquatic Transformers for the win!

Very good list, I must say. Though I'd have liked Energon Mirage/Dreadwing to at least get an honourable mention, along with, of course, the Seacons (though that's already been mentioned).

Thanks man! And I did mention Energon Mirage, I too think he is awesome. That headsculpt is killer!

And yeah aside from Octopunch, I did exclude a lot of G1. Thats because I do compare all toys being equal, which I get might not be fair to some. But by doing that, a lot of G1 usually seems dated in comparison. These lists are meant to help show different parts of this hobby to those that might not be aware of it all. And I find it hard to recomend G1 outright to people starting since its very much a world of its own. Some lists will have G1 when its appropriate and when a G1 toy does rise above the rest (like when looking at best car alt modes for instance, or G1 scattershot being a really cool looking cybertronian ship). But for the most part, G1 usually gets its own lists because it is so hard to compare with toys that have more articulation and that arent as dated (like the Sharkticon I mention which might be almost 15 years old but whos articulation, deco and playability is as good if not better than today's toys).

As for BW Rampage, thats very interesting, because I considered him more land, especially with those treads. But yeah, he is water themed, as crabs are (though I associate them more to the shore than outright being in the water, unlike a shark or a boat, but thats just me).

You know, this is making me think that this water theme is far greater than some may have thought. And while some people have now learnt of Undertow, I have now learnt of Manta. So thanks Burn. He does look terrible though Joking aside, its pretty cool that he comes up right away when you google Boat Transformer:



If anyone can name more water themed TFs not covered yet, don't be shy.

Here's a few more although they wouldnt make the list:


Transformers Cybertron Shortround Gallery


Transformers Beast Machines Hammerstrike Gallery


BW Razorclaw


Transformers Beast Wars Sea Clamp (Gimlet) Gallery

Dr Va'al wrote:

Randomhero wrote:Great list James and holy crap! I have never seen or heard of Undertow! That's an awesome looking figure! I can't believe I've seen or heard of that dude before! I want him!

That is the wonder of the PCC line. They will always be in my heart.
My Elastic Heart. With Shia.


(You better be looking after them Will.)



But yes, I entirely agree on Undertow, it's an excellent little boat that could, and will. And it has the Octopunch homage, excellent headsculpt and lightpiping, plus gattling guns. Because the seas be a dangerous place, laddie. Yarr.

william-james88 wrote:

StarFireMk4 wrote:Actually I take it back, while it's still good it's incomplete. WHERE'S CLAWJAW?

Haha, there can only be so many bots mentioned, one will always get away. Hence why we have these discussions
So, who would you remove from the list to include clawjaw?

Kyleor wrote:...Which figure is the one in the teaser pic since it's not on the list at all?

jay5 wrote:

Kyleor wrote:...Which figure is the one in the teaser pic since it's not on the list at all?

Yeah, that one actually looked the best of the lot lol

If we include 3P, MMC's Hearts of Steel Shockwave is pretty neat, and the new TFC Seacons combiner set looks to be shaping up nicely.

william-james88 wrote:

Delta Magnus wrote:Woohoo! Aquatic Transformers for the win!

Very good list, I must say. Though I'd have liked Energon Mirage/Dreadwing to at least get an honourable mention, along with, of course, the Seacons (though that's already been mentioned).

Thanks man! And I did mention Energon Mirage, I too think he is awesome. That headsculpt is killer!

And yeah aside from Octopunch, I did exclude a lot of G1. Thats because I do compare all toys being equal, which I get might not be fair to some. But by doing that, a lot of G1 usually seems dated in comparison. These lists are meant to help show different parts of this hobby to those that might not be aware of it all. And I find it hard to recomend G1 outright to people starting since its very much a world of its own. Some lists will have G1 when its appropriate and when a G1 toy does rise above the rest (like when looking at best car alt modes for instance, or G1 scattershot being a really cool looking cybertronian ship). But for the most part, G1 usually gets its own lists because it is so hard to compare with toys that have more articulation and that arent as dated (like the Sharkticon I mention which might be almost 15 years old but whos articulation, deco and playability is as good if not better than today's toys).

As for BW Rampage, thats very interesting, because I considered him more land, especially with those treads. But yeah, he is water themed, as crabs are (though I associate them more to the shore than outright being in the water, unlike a shark or a boat, but thats just me).

If anyone can name more water themed TFs not covered yet, don't be shy.

Here's a few more although they wouldnt make the list:


Transformers Cybertron Shortround Gallery

Transformers Beast Machines Hammerstrike Gallery

BW Razorclaw

Transformers Beast Wars Sea Clamp (Gimlet) Gallery

Delta Magnus wrote:Yeah, I hear ya. Would a top 5 aquatic G1/G1.5/G2 TF toys be overkill? If not, aside from the obvious (the Seacons because F*CK YEAH SEACONS) I'd suggest Gnaw with his shiny chrome teeth and Pretender Submarauder with his creepy Gigeresque shell and horseshoe crab "submarine" mode.
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Y'know, speaking of Sea Clamp and Tripredacus in general, I'd love to see a proper update for ol' Trippy (that BotCon abomination doesn't count). 2 of his components are great but Ramhorn kinda sucks (at least from what I've seen). Third parties take note!

shajaki wrote:Undertow? Never heard of him, but I see why he makes the list
BW Razorclaw! And yeah, Claw Jaw too, love that little weirdo. But WJ, I'm shocked that Legends Skybyte doesn't make your list, even that he's #1. You love that figure! Haters be damned!

ZeroWolf wrote:That's Revenge of the Fallen Depthcharge. He's a fun toy but his legs aren't the best, I would of preferred if more of the boats hull folded away but I guess that would be too much for scout class.

Andrius wrote:You've overlooked the greatest aqua-bot of them all! Poor Tako Tank -- why must true love always allude you?

william-james88 wrote:

shajaki wrote:Undertow? Never heard of him, but I see why he makes the list
BW Razorclaw! And yeah, Claw Jaw too, love that little weirdo. But WJ, I'm shocked that Legends Skybyte doesn't make your list, even that he's #1. You love that figure! Haters be damned!

He's in the honourable mentions since I do love that toy (Legends Gelshark). I wasnt gonna have 2 sharks on the list ( that gives me an idea for a top 5 sharks list) and I do feel Cybershark is better for how much he accomplishes. He also has better hands

ZeroWolf wrote:That's Revenge of the Fallen Depthcharge. He's a fun toy but his legs aren't the best, I would of preferred if more of the boats hull folded away but I guess that would be too much for scout class.

Yeah, I feel the same about his legs. It's just pieces of the ship in half. Still makes a great alt mode though, hence why I used him for the cover Actually, now that I think of it, his legs remind me of a new Water themed TF that was just released, High Tide:

Andrius wrote:You've overlooked the greatest aqua-bot of them all! Poor Tako Tank -- why must true love always allude you?

Did you know he was initially made by Takara to be a Microman Playset? Thats why he is so different from everything else.

william-james88 wrote:

shajaki wrote:Undertow? Never heard of him, but I see why he makes the list
BW Razorclaw! And yeah, Claw Jaw too, love that little weirdo. But WJ, I'm shocked that Legends Skybyte doesn't make your list, even that he's #1. You love that figure! Haters be damned!

He's in the honourable mentions since I do love that toy (Legends Gelshark). I wasnt gonna have 2 sharks on the list ( that gives me an idea for a top 5 sharks list) and I do feel Cybershark is better for how much he accomplishes. He also has better hands

ZeroWolf wrote:That's Revenge of the Fallen Depthcharge. He's a fun toy but his legs aren't the best, I would of preferred if more of the boats hull folded away but I guess that would be too much for scout class.

Yeah, I feel the same about his legs. It's just pieces of the ship in half. Still makes a great alt mode though, hence why I used him for the cover Actually, now that I think of it, his legs remind me of a new Water themed TF that was just released, High Tide:

Andrius wrote:You've overlooked the greatest aqua-bot of them all! Poor Tako Tank -- why must true love always allude you?

Did you know he was initially made by Takara to be a Microman Playset? Thats why he is so different from everything else.