Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS

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Site sponsor BigBadToyStore has listed a pre-order for a new Takara Transformers Arms Micron figure, AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime. Anonymous sources have informed us that this is Takara's version of Hasbro's Leader sized Weaponizer Optimus Prime that will come with a Arms Micron Matrix that can combine with other Arms Micron figures, though these details should be considered rumors until officially confirmed. The BBTS product description indicates this will be a limited edition and may include bonus Microns. It's priced at $119.99 and scheduled to arrive in October. Click here to visit the pre-order page.

BBTS wrote:This limited edition may include 5 extra micron arms figures. We are waiting for confirmation back from Japan on the microns - the site will be updated once we have received final info.

No image of the actual product, but here's a couple of images of Hasbro's Weaponizer Optimus Prime from BotCon:

Credit(s): BBTS

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Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1387159)
Posted by starscream1974 on June 5th, 2012 @ 12:23pm CDT

I just am not digging this, with having first ediiton Prime locked in his box it is tempting to get a filler and have posed in a display box but Mehhhhh???? I have the two silver dual Prime rifles from Dr. Wu and would like to get them in action. Ohhh well have to wait for the Clear Version First Edition. Overkill Yes........warranted YES...need more TF's LOL. I can't wait for MasterMind Creations Cyclops anyone know what's up with the delay? :KREMZEEK:

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1387165)
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on June 5th, 2012 @ 12:34pm CDT

Makes sense for it to be the Weaponizer, but 5 Microns? That's a bit much.

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1387169)
Posted by gothsaurus on June 5th, 2012 @ 12:53pm CDT

So for the weaponizer Prime... are those just shoulder accessories, like the USA mechtech, or are there microns involved? Anybody have an idea? A bit out of the loop.

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1387170)
Posted by RAcast on June 5th, 2012 @ 1:19pm CDT

gothsaurus wrote:So for the weaponizer Prime... are those just shoulder accessories, like the USA mechtech, or are there microns involved? Anybody have an idea? A bit out of the loop.

It's a whole backpack. It's the gimmick, here's a review: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1dIRGI_d7w

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1387173)
Posted by gothsaurus on June 5th, 2012 @ 1:34pm CDT

Thanks for that! Nice, thorough review. Cheers!

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1387183)
Posted by Sodan-1 on June 5th, 2012 @ 2:16pm CDT

I don't want this figure (if it is indeed the Weaponizer figure) but the lure of Microns has pre-ordered it for me. Curse my weakness!

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1387184)
Posted by gothsaurus on June 5th, 2012 @ 2:21pm CDT

Gads. I do hope it's not the weaponizer one. You can tell it's definitely more of a kids-toy version of Prime. Mind you, I DO want the minicons. :shock:

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1387185)
Posted by griftimus prime on June 5th, 2012 @ 2:40pm CDT

the price for this thing is a joke

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1387186)
Posted by gothsaurus on June 5th, 2012 @ 2:50pm CDT

Yeah, if you break it down at $15 a micron (total $75) and $45 for Prime, it's a little easier to stomach. But still. Friggin' ouch!

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1387220)
Posted by Nemesis Destron on June 5th, 2012 @ 5:47pm CDT

Can someone comment, the color surrounding the red lever for the gimmick what color could that be...a simple gray? :VEHI:

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1387245)
Posted by RAcast on June 5th, 2012 @ 7:24pm CDT

Nemesis Destron wrote:Can someone comment, the color surrounding the red lever for the gimmick what color could that be...a simple gray?

Looks like it.

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1387402)
Posted by El Duque on June 6th, 2012 @ 12:17pm CDT

Quick update on Takara's AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime that was listed yesteday, site sponsor BigBadToyStore has posted a teaser silhouette that does appear to match up with Hasbro's Leader Class Weaponizer Optimus Prime. The product description has also been updated:

This limited edition will include 5 bonus micron arms figures.

They have also listed the Takara United Combiner Sets EX-03 through EX-07:

Takara United Combiner Sets:

the EX-03 through EX-07 have just been announced
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=7066

figures include:
Road Master, Grim Master, Race Master, Builder Master, and Assault Master

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1387410)
Posted by craggy on June 6th, 2012 @ 12:36pm CDT

Grim Master is a cool name. Sounds like a Darth Vader type of dude. That's Dinopope, yes?

Also, more Microns are never a bad thing. Not interested in the Prime himself though, so will be missing out on these little dudes. Since it looks like he has a sword/halberd sort of thing, I'd say Ratchet's maybe Arcee's, likely his own, maybe Soundwave's, and Bee's?

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1387413)
Posted by Sodan-1 on June 6th, 2012 @ 12:44pm CDT

Yeah, don't want the Optimus figure. Going to wait and see how awesome (or not) the Microns are.

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1387531)
Posted by primerez on June 6th, 2012 @ 6:44pm CDT

I am definitely looking forward to this version. I hope it is similiar to the one at last year's Tokyo Toy Show. Prime needs some heavy equipment!

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1391395)
Posted by El Duque on June 18th, 2012 @ 6:03pm CDT

JapanWorld.IT has revealed the first image of Takara's Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime. Just as we reported a couple of weeks ago the figure is Takara's version of Weaponizer Optimus Prime with Arms Microns that can form a Matrix and gigantic sword. Images mirrored below.

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1391397)
Posted by Xephon0930 on June 18th, 2012 @ 6:10pm CDT

A Matrix of Leadership Micron!??!?! Sold,godammit!!!!!!

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1391401)
Posted by Homerjay14522 on June 18th, 2012 @ 6:15pm CDT

Holy Shit, this is the First of the Japanese Prime Line Exclusives I'd really want. Kinda cool how the Matrix becomes the Hilt of the Sword like Prima's.

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1391405)
Posted by prmlove1 on June 18th, 2012 @ 6:20pm CDT

Under almost any situation I would just buy the American version of these figures but I like the minicon swords on this one so I think for the first time since the Car Robots series I will buy a Japanese version.

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1391407)
Posted by craggy on June 18th, 2012 @ 6:30pm CDT

Goodness darnit! Is that just the Matrix Micron and Ratchet's one? I still really want it. Matrixsword FTW!

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1391425)
Posted by Nemesis Destron on June 18th, 2012 @ 7:20pm CDT

So then is this Weaponizer Prime minus the gimmick? :VEHI:

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1391428)
Posted by RAcast on June 18th, 2012 @ 7:29pm CDT

Nemesis Destron wrote:So then is this Weaponizer Prime minus the gimmick?

No? It's Weaponizer Prime plus minicons.

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1391429)
Posted by Solrac333 on June 18th, 2012 @ 7:40pm CDT

RAcast wrote:
Nemesis Destron wrote:So then is this Weaponizer Prime minus the gimmick?

No? It's Weaponizer Prime plus minicons.

Even worse.

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1391515)
Posted by T-Macksimus on June 19th, 2012 @ 1:28am CDT

This is like a bassackwards Transformers Armada only this time around it's the cartoon that kicks ass and the toys that suck. I actually got a kick out of collecting a very large amount of the Armada Mini-cons and I have to admit that some of the bigger figures weren't too bad but I am not at all impressed with the TF: Prime line one bit and these "Arms Micron" gimmicks are underwhelming. That farce of an over-sized matrix is just hideous.
For those that are happy about the line, cool. I'm glad for you and you can enjoy my share. I will be sitting out on this toy line much as I did with DotM.

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1391540)
Posted by cannonfodder4000 on June 19th, 2012 @ 5:44am CDT

omega666 wrote:
RAcast wrote:
Nemesis Destron wrote:So then is this Weaponizer Prime minus the gimmick?

No? It's Weaponizer Prime plus minicons.

Even worse.

More tolerable, I'd say.

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1391568)
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on June 19th, 2012 @ 8:09am CDT

I'd like to note that the Matrix is no Mini-Con at all. Rather it's just an object the R.A. Micron can combine with into the Matrix Saber

And that's certainly a surprise. You know, I'm starting to wonder why Mini-Cons make things more appealing for me...

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1391575)
Posted by rpetras on June 19th, 2012 @ 8:56am CDT

Optimus Prime : Ratchet, I have an odd burning sensation when I lubricate.

Ratchet : Let me see ... HOLY PRIMUS! That's the worst case of Enlarged Matrix I've ever seen! :shock:

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1391597)
Posted by craggy on June 19th, 2012 @ 11:25am CDT

just realised that AM-21 is the one that's meant to come with 5 Microns. If the Matrix doesn't count, does that mean we might get the sword, the shield (3 parts) and the gun?

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1391604)
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on June 19th, 2012 @ 11:50am CDT

craggy wrote:just realised that AM-21 is the one that's meant to come with 5 Microns. If the Matrix doesn't count, does that mean we might get the sword, the shield (3 parts) and the gun?

Different release. AM-21 Arms Master Optimus comes with the Matrix and R.A., while the Shield Microns and O.P. A comes with the TRU Japan Exclusive Battle Shield Optimus, a repaint of the regular Voyager.

And somehow I want both now. Nothing beats oversized swords.

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1391614)
Posted by craggy on June 19th, 2012 @ 12:05pm CDT

Kapow toys still has a listing for AM-21 saying it comes with 5 Exclusive Arms Microns. I realise the one on show at Toyko Toy Show was the other one, but, if this one doesn't come with those, it means it should come with another 3 or 4 Microns, although I'd not be surprised if the Matrix counts as one of those.

Re: Transformers Prime Arms Micron AM-21 Arms Master Optimus Prime Listed for Pre-Order at BBTS (1391886)
Posted by Sodan-1 on June 20th, 2012 @ 6:53am CDT

As JelZe GoldRabbit said, the Matrix doesn't appear to be a Micron itself. Going by the amount of clear plastic on it I'm guessing it's meant to be some kind of light-up unit to create Matrix powered versions of the various Micron weapons. Now we've seen it, it bears a striking similarity to the turtle Micron from the volume 2 listings (the one with the Megatron blaster and Bulkhead fist).

The BBTS listing also still says AM-21 comes with five Microns, but it'd be a bit cheap if the Matrix counts as one.

Even if a miracle happens and Hasbro brings Arms Microns to the rest of the world I'm not sure where this Matrix would fit into things.