Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan
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The Transformers Universe series rolls into Japan with special edition colors. FantoFan has pictures and pre-orders available for Powerglide, Onslaught, and Silverbolt.
Each will feature a different color variation from the U.S.A. versions, which will be more cartoon accurate. The most notable color change is Powerglide's red fuselage. These figures will be released October 2nd.
It is unclear at this time how these figures will be packaged or labeled. Some previous USA releases in Japan have come in U.S. packaging.
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Each will feature a different color variation from the U.S.A. versions, which will be more cartoon accurate. The most notable color change is Powerglide's red fuselage. These figures will be released October 2nd.
It is unclear at this time how these figures will be packaged or labeled. Some previous USA releases in Japan have come in U.S. packaging.
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Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (708950)
Posted by Prime Evil on May 27th, 2008 @ 7:47am CDT
Posted by Prime Evil on May 27th, 2008 @ 7:47am CDT
I will DEFINITELY be getting the Henkei Powerglide. As for Onslaught and Silverbolt, looks like I can stick with Hasbro for these two. Man, I am really loving the red PG though. Looks soo much better then the plain white IMO.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (708951)
Posted by TFBuyer on May 27th, 2008 @ 7:48am CDT
Posted by TFBuyer on May 27th, 2008 @ 7:48am CDT
Shoot, I may have to get THAT Powerglide over the US release! Very accurate! The Silverbolt looks pretty good, too, but I don't think Onslaught is different enough to warrant overseas purchase..
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (708952)
Posted by olokin on May 27th, 2008 @ 7:48am CDT
Posted by olokin on May 27th, 2008 @ 7:48am CDT
Man those Ultras look great but I could less electronics.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (708953)
Posted by RodimusConvoy13 on May 27th, 2008 @ 7:55am CDT
Posted by RodimusConvoy13 on May 27th, 2008 @ 7:55am CDT
Sweet! Powerglide rocks! Looks like American Powerglide is going to stand next to his Japanese cousin on my shelf! 
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (708955)
Posted by Liege Evilmus on May 27th, 2008 @ 8:01am CDT
Posted by Liege Evilmus on May 27th, 2008 @ 8:01am CDT
See, now THESE are "far superior" than what Hasbro is offering.
I'll be importing PowerGlide, I'm not so sure about the other 2 yet, but they do look real good.
I'll be importing PowerGlide, I'm not so sure about the other 2 yet, but they do look real good.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (708956)
Posted by Stormrider on May 27th, 2008 @ 8:02am CDT
Posted by Stormrider on May 27th, 2008 @ 8:02am CDT
The red repaint of Powerglide was inevitable. I am starting to think that Hasbro purposely puts out crappy colors the first time around, so they can sucker people in for a repaint. I wouldn't be surprised if a red Powerglide gets released in the U.S. later.
What is the difference with Silverbolt? It appears as though the jet is whiter and his torso colors are less burgandy. I wonder if Silverbolt's class size was a mistake earlier because he costs the same as the other two.
What is the difference with Silverbolt? It appears as though the jet is whiter and his torso colors are less burgandy. I wonder if Silverbolt's class size was a mistake earlier because he costs the same as the other two.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (708963)
Posted by Dagon on May 27th, 2008 @ 8:14am CDT
Posted by Dagon on May 27th, 2008 @ 8:14am CDT
White Powerglide doesn't bother me. The red looks a little nicer and is truer to the G1 figure, but I just like the looks of the figure in general, so I'm buying the Hasbro one. If its really good, then maybe I'll spring for the red Takara one. We'll see.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (708967)
Posted by Rijie on May 27th, 2008 @ 8:17am CDT
Posted by Rijie on May 27th, 2008 @ 8:17am CDT
Yup...looks like I'll be importing these.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (708968)
Posted by Sledge on May 27th, 2008 @ 8:25am CDT
Posted by Sledge on May 27th, 2008 @ 8:25am CDT
Oooh, red. Gonna have to seriously think about Powerglide. Not in the slightest bothered about the other two, not an improvement over the Hasbro versions, just slightly different.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (708975)
Posted by GuyIncognito on May 27th, 2008 @ 8:31am CDT
Posted by GuyIncognito on May 27th, 2008 @ 8:31am CDT
I just preordered the US versions from HasbroToyShop. I like how the red Powerglide is old-school, but I think the white & red is better looking. I like the US version of Onslaught better, too. Silberbolt, I don't care for at all, but I've never been a fan of the jet alts.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (708978)
Posted by Tekka on May 27th, 2008 @ 8:41am CDT
Posted by Tekka on May 27th, 2008 @ 8:41am CDT
Even with the new colours I still don't want a massive Powerglide. Storm Cloud for me if you please.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (708986)
Posted by rpetras on May 27th, 2008 @ 9:05am CDT
Posted by rpetras on May 27th, 2008 @ 9:05am CDT
I'll definitely be importing the Powerglide, I'm not a fan of the white version.
The other 2 are just fine in their US released colors for me.
I do wonder if the Brothers Hassenfeld will be releasing him in a red version later. The Brothers do loves dem some repaints!
The other 2 are just fine in their US released colors for me.
I do wonder if the Brothers Hassenfeld will be releasing him in a red version later. The Brothers do loves dem some repaints!
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709002)
Posted by decepticonjon on May 27th, 2008 @ 9:41am CDT
Posted by decepticonjon on May 27th, 2008 @ 9:41am CDT
after seeing that one, why would they make a white powerglide?
what dope does hasbro smoke, cuz it must be pretty good.
i'll take a red powerglide and a bag off hasbro dope please.
what dope does hasbro smoke, cuz it must be pretty good.
i'll take a red powerglide and a bag off hasbro dope please.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709003)
Posted by Sledge on May 27th, 2008 @ 9:42am CDT
Posted by Sledge on May 27th, 2008 @ 9:42am CDT
You know, for perfect cartoon accuracy, you're going to have to buy both anyway, then switch the arms and thighs over. *sigh* It's a hard life being a G1 fanboi.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709011)
Posted by UltraPrimal on May 27th, 2008 @ 9:54am CDT
Posted by UltraPrimal on May 27th, 2008 @ 9:54am CDT
Looks like all the people who whined about Powerglide not being totally red are going to be very happy.
I'll be getting the Hasbro versions, but I'll probably pick up a red Powerglide too.
I'll be getting the Hasbro versions, but I'll probably pick up a red Powerglide too.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709031)
Posted by Solrac333 on May 27th, 2008 @ 10:15am CDT
Posted by Solrac333 on May 27th, 2008 @ 10:15am CDT
I don't see why Hasbro just doesn't want to paint them right. Powerglide is red. Maybe they base their colors on animation errors. I'll be getting Japan's version.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709037)
Posted by The Chronic on May 27th, 2008 @ 10:24am CDT
arrrrgg! now i have to do that!
i dont even like powerglide!
dont know about the other two probly get onslaught
Posted by The Chronic on May 27th, 2008 @ 10:24am CDT
Sledge wrote:You know, for perfect cartoon accuracy, you're going to have to buy both anyway, then switch the arms and thighs over. *sigh* It's a hard life being a G1 fanboi.
arrrrgg! now i have to do that!
i dont even like powerglide!
dont know about the other two probly get onslaught
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709038)
Posted by Tigertrack on May 27th, 2008 @ 10:27am CDT
Posted by Tigertrack on May 27th, 2008 @ 10:27am CDT
I really like the Silverbolt and Powerglide colors. I can't see much difference with Onslaught, but oooo, this really is a good thing.
Pre-orders for Henkei Powerglide will 'sore' as soon as they are posted.
Very nice changes.
Pre-orders for Henkei Powerglide will 'sore' as soon as they are posted.
Very nice changes.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709040)
Posted by Sledge on May 27th, 2008 @ 10:28am CDT
Realism.
Posted by Sledge on May 27th, 2008 @ 10:28am CDT
omega666 wrote:I don't see why Hasbro just doesn't want to paint them right.
Realism.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709045)
Posted by Nekoman on May 27th, 2008 @ 10:36am CDT
He’s gray instead of blue.
Of the three, I’ll only be getting Powerglide, and all of his repaints. This mold looks absolutely wonderful!
Posted by Nekoman on May 27th, 2008 @ 10:36am CDT
tigertracks 24 wrote:I can't see much difference with Onslaught, but oooo, this really is a good thing.
He’s gray instead of blue.
Of the three, I’ll only be getting Powerglide, and all of his repaints. This mold looks absolutely wonderful!
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709048)
Posted by Prime Evil on May 27th, 2008 @ 10:45am CDT
Posted by Prime Evil on May 27th, 2008 @ 10:45am CDT
I'm also liking how Onslaught's shield is a tad smaller. I was gonna take that off with the Hasbro version, but I like what Tak/Tomy has done.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709049)
Posted by Tigertrack on May 27th, 2008 @ 10:46am CDT
Yeah, I see it now. Thanks! I hadn't taken a good look before, I was more awed by what they had done to PG and SB. But yeah, Onslaught is certainly different as well.
Posted by Tigertrack on May 27th, 2008 @ 10:46am CDT
Nekoman wrote:tigertracks 24 wrote:I can't see much difference with Onslaught, but oooo, this really is a good thing.
He’s gray instead of blue.
Of the three, I’ll only be getting Powerglide, and all of his repaints. This mold looks absolutely wonderful!
Yeah, I see it now. Thanks! I hadn't taken a good look before, I was more awed by what they had done to PG and SB. But yeah, Onslaught is certainly different as well.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709073)
Posted by Terrorcon Blot on May 27th, 2008 @ 11:44am CDT
The shield's the same size, they simply forgot to attach it for vehicle mode.
Posted by Terrorcon Blot on May 27th, 2008 @ 11:44am CDT
Prime Evil wrote:I'm also liking how Onslaught's shield is a tad smaller. I was gonna take that off with the Hasbro version, but I like what Tak/Tomy has done.
The shield's the same size, they simply forgot to attach it for vehicle mode.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709077)
Posted by rpetras on May 27th, 2008 @ 12:02pm CDT
Crap, you're right. Now that's gonna bug me
How tall are these gonna be? Specifically Glide.
Posted by rpetras on May 27th, 2008 @ 12:02pm CDT
Sledge wrote:You know, for perfect cartoon accuracy, you're going to have to buy both anyway, then switch the arms and thighs over. *sigh* It's a hard life being a G1 fanboi.
Crap, you're right. Now that's gonna bug me
How tall are these gonna be? Specifically Glide.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709078)
Posted by waaaaghlord on May 27th, 2008 @ 12:03pm CDT
Posted by waaaaghlord on May 27th, 2008 @ 12:03pm CDT
These should all be bricks and mortar releases in Japan, right? If they're as plentiful on ebay at the end of the year as the regular Henkei releases are at the moment I'll forgo preordering them and pick them up as and when. Might also pick up a Hasbro Powerglide, bang on some 'con decals and make a Badboy to go with GoD Bugbite and the Crasher styled Mirage repaint, but otherwise it looks like Hasbro are losing out with my cash when it comes to Universe ultras.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709080)
Posted by Zeds on May 27th, 2008 @ 12:06pm CDT
Posted by Zeds on May 27th, 2008 @ 12:06pm CDT
Wish I was Japanese
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709084)
Posted by rpetras on May 27th, 2008 @ 12:16pm CDT
I haven't seen a lot of white A10's with red stripes. But maybe that's just me.
If they were going for the realism thing, a dark grey or even a black would be cool.
I'd kill for a dark blue one with a Cobra logo on the wings!!!!
Posted by rpetras on May 27th, 2008 @ 12:16pm CDT
Sledge wrote:omega666 wrote:I don't see why Hasbro just doesn't want to paint them right.
Realism.
I haven't seen a lot of white A10's with red stripes. But maybe that's just me.
If they were going for the realism thing, a dark grey or even a black would be cool.
I'd kill for a dark blue one with a Cobra logo on the wings!!!!
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709089)
Posted by Sledge on May 27th, 2008 @ 12:26pm CDT
Posted by Sledge on May 27th, 2008 @ 12:26pm CDT
Well, it's not technically an A-10. 
But quoting from the Hasbro website: "TRANSFORMERS Universe continues to deliver the most beloved characters to today’s TRANFORMERS’ kids and fans with updated and realistic designs." I can see their point that the colour scheme they've gone for is a little more realistic than the Henkei one. That said, I would have preferred a totally realistic colour scheme, or the G1 one.
But quoting from the Hasbro website: "TRANSFORMERS Universe continues to deliver the most beloved characters to today’s TRANFORMERS’ kids and fans with updated and realistic designs." I can see their point that the colour scheme they've gone for is a little more realistic than the Henkei one. That said, I would have preferred a totally realistic colour scheme, or the G1 one.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709091)
Posted by --B-- on May 27th, 2008 @ 12:27pm CDT
Posted by --B-- on May 27th, 2008 @ 12:27pm CDT
They already said that they are going to do a black repaint as Stormcloud, so it's not far off from a rattler.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709092)
Posted by Megatron Wolf on May 27th, 2008 @ 12:29pm CDT
Posted by Megatron Wolf on May 27th, 2008 @ 12:29pm CDT
Now thats powerglide. Hel even onslaught looks better. Once again hasbro fraks us over.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709111)
Posted by metalformer on May 27th, 2008 @ 1:05pm CDT
Posted by metalformer on May 27th, 2008 @ 1:05pm CDT
Call me purist but I DO love the paint job those guys got overseas!
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709113)
Posted by Autobot032 on May 27th, 2008 @ 1:11pm CDT
Posted by Autobot032 on May 27th, 2008 @ 1:11pm CDT
Wow...that Powerglide's gonna P.O. a lot of people who've already preordered, etc.
Heh. I knew Takara would do it. I just knew it. They loves some show accuracy.
Heh. I knew Takara would do it. I just knew it. They loves some show accuracy.
Takara: Show Accuracy Has Given Us A Hard-On Since 1974
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709118)
Posted by Sledge on May 27th, 2008 @ 1:18pm CDT
Posted by Sledge on May 27th, 2008 @ 1:18pm CDT
Like I said, not THAT show accurate. They've overdone the red. I'm now seriously considering buying one of each so I can create a "perfect" version. Just not sure what to do with the remaining robot. 
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709120)
Posted by bcm77 on May 27th, 2008 @ 1:19pm CDT
Posted by bcm77 on May 27th, 2008 @ 1:19pm CDT
I'll probably just get Onslaught as I'm going to see if I can get
the Jizaitoys Powerglide and am not really bothered about Silverbolt.
the Jizaitoys Powerglide and am not really bothered about Silverbolt.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709132)
Posted by decepticonjon on May 27th, 2008 @ 1:49pm CDT
what to do with him? stick him in a chair in the corner with a dunce hat on and have the real powerglide laugh at him with his robotic texas accent
Posted by decepticonjon on May 27th, 2008 @ 1:49pm CDT
Sledge wrote:Like I said, not THAT show accurate. They've overdone the red. I'm now seriously considering buying one of each so I can create a "perfect" version. Just not sure what to do with the remaining robot.
what to do with him? stick him in a chair in the corner with a dunce hat on and have the real powerglide laugh at him with his robotic texas accent
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709142)
Posted by Tigertrack on May 27th, 2008 @ 2:07pm CDT
"And away we go!"- Powerglide
I personally can't wait for the Stormcloud version. It's quite amazing how huge some of these micromasters become in CLASSICS. Maybe it is also their own vision of what their true updated form is too... "SCREW GOING GREEN--LET"S BURN SOME ENERGON! NO MORE TAKING CRAP FROM THE GUZZLERS... WE ARE THE GUZZLERS NOW!"
Posted by Tigertrack on May 27th, 2008 @ 2:07pm CDT
decepticonjon wrote:Sledge wrote:Like I said, not THAT show accurate. They've overdone the red. I'm now seriously considering buying one of each so I can create a "perfect" version. Just not sure what to do with the remaining robot.
what to do with him? stick him in a chair in the corner with a dunce hat on and have the real powerglide laugh at him with his robotic texas accent
"And away we go!"- Powerglide
I personally can't wait for the Stormcloud version. It's quite amazing how huge some of these micromasters become in CLASSICS. Maybe it is also their own vision of what their true updated form is too... "SCREW GOING GREEN--LET"S BURN SOME ENERGON! NO MORE TAKING CRAP FROM THE GUZZLERS... WE ARE THE GUZZLERS NOW!"
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709150)
Posted by kirbenvost on May 27th, 2008 @ 2:18pm CDT
Posted by kirbenvost on May 27th, 2008 @ 2:18pm CDT
Love the Powerglide, I will definitely be picking that up. I wasn't too impressed with Silverbolt before, but he doesn't look too bad. I will want the Japanese version if they decide to put gold chrome on him like the G1 version.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709159)
Posted by Hard Hacker on May 27th, 2008 @ 2:35pm CDT
Posted by Hard Hacker on May 27th, 2008 @ 2:35pm CDT
I prefer the white version. Cheaper and it's an orginal twist. Besides, the realism of a bright red jet is debatable.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709165)
Posted by RodimusConvoy13 on May 27th, 2008 @ 2:47pm CDT
so is that same bright red jet transforming into a giant robot
Posted by RodimusConvoy13 on May 27th, 2008 @ 2:47pm CDT
Hard Hacker wrote:I prefer the white version. Cheaper and it's an orginal twist. Besides, the realism of a bright red jet is debatable.
so is that same bright red jet transforming into a giant robot
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709167)
Posted by rpetras on May 27th, 2008 @ 2:51pm CDT
I can dig that!!
Posted by rpetras on May 27th, 2008 @ 2:51pm CDT
--B-- wrote:They already said that they are going to do a black repaint as Stormcloud, so it's not far off from a rattler.
I can dig that!!
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709187)
Posted by Ultra Markus on May 27th, 2008 @ 3:30pm CDT
Posted by Ultra Markus on May 27th, 2008 @ 3:30pm CDT
why can't hasbro make power glide like that in the first place
they go and do other G1 color accurate paint schemes on other toys
(movie jazz) but they can't do power glide
they go and do other G1 color accurate paint schemes on other toys
(movie jazz) but they can't do power glide
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709193)
Posted by NuclearConvoy on May 27th, 2008 @ 3:38pm CDT
Posted by NuclearConvoy on May 27th, 2008 @ 3:38pm CDT
RED Powerglide! Coolness!
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709204)
Posted by Autobot032 on May 27th, 2008 @ 3:55pm CDT
That is an expensive and *perfect* idea.
I don't normally buy two of a figure, but that might be a sacrifice I'm willing to make.
Posted by Autobot032 on May 27th, 2008 @ 3:55pm CDT
Sledge wrote:I'm now seriously considering buying one of each so I can create a "perfect" version.
That is an expensive and *perfect* idea.
I don't normally buy two of a figure, but that might be a sacrifice I'm willing to make.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709208)
Posted by Agent 007 on May 27th, 2008 @ 4:04pm CDT
Posted by Agent 007 on May 27th, 2008 @ 4:04pm CDT
I really don't like the new poereglide too much red. Silverbolt looks no better but Onslaught looksawsome.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709213)
Posted by Sowndwave76 on May 27th, 2008 @ 4:15pm CDT
Posted by Sowndwave76 on May 27th, 2008 @ 4:15pm CDT
Looks like I'll get one Hasbro Onslaught, and one of these versions.
Yeah, this Powerglide looks way better, but I'm still skipping both.
I'll only get one Silverstreak, but looking at these photos, Hasbro's will probably cut it.
Yeah, this Powerglide looks way better, but I'm still skipping both.
I'll only get one Silverstreak, but looking at these photos, Hasbro's will probably cut it.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709239)
Posted by Liege Evilmus on May 27th, 2008 @ 4:55pm CDT
Or to charge you again for a slightly closer Homage repaint.
Posted by Liege Evilmus on May 27th, 2008 @ 4:55pm CDT
Sledge wrote:omega666 wrote:I don't see why Hasbro just doesn't want to paint them right.
Realism.
Or to charge you again for a slightly closer Homage repaint.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709267)
Posted by i_amtrunks on May 27th, 2008 @ 5:39pm CDT
Posted by i_amtrunks on May 27th, 2008 @ 5:39pm CDT
Now that Powerglide is very purdy!
Does make me wonder if Hasbro had planned all along for the inevitable repaint to be better than their original release.
Does make me wonder if Hasbro had planned all along for the inevitable repaint to be better than their original release.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709335)
Posted by Sledge on May 27th, 2008 @ 6:53pm CDT
Have Hasbro done that before? I'm trying to think of an example, but I can't.
Posted by Sledge on May 27th, 2008 @ 6:53pm CDT
Liege Evilmus wrote:Or to charge you again for a slightly closer Homage repaint.
Have Hasbro done that before? I'm trying to think of an example, but I can't.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709337)
Posted by Down_Shift on May 27th, 2008 @ 6:55pm CDT
Posted by Down_Shift on May 27th, 2008 @ 6:55pm CDT
Did I ever call that. I'm liking the Henkai line more and more over the Universe line.
Can't wait to see some offcial pics of those three along with the deluxes. You just know Sunstreaker will look 1000 times better.
Can't wait to see some offcial pics of those three along with the deluxes. You just know Sunstreaker will look 1000 times better.
Re: Transformers Universe Special Edition - Japan (709341)
Posted by Stormrider on May 27th, 2008 @ 7:03pm CDT
You don't need to be a Japanese resident to order from FantoFan. And their price is usually 5% cheaper than what you can get at TRU Japan.
Posted by Stormrider on May 27th, 2008 @ 7:03pm CDT
Zeds wrote:Wish I was Japanese
You don't need to be a Japanese resident to order from FantoFan. And their price is usually 5% cheaper than what you can get at TRU Japan.
