TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version

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The Toys R Us Japan Exclusive Transformers Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version. by Takara now has a new shipping date on the Toys R Us Japan website. It is stated that the toy has a December 8 shipping date, which means that this once sold out toy will have additional supply soon.

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Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1613871)
Posted by Siger on October 14th, 2014 @ 12:04pm CDT

Ugh, way too expensive... plus foreign shipping rate...

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1613884)
Posted by megatronus on October 14th, 2014 @ 12:50pm CDT

I like my white Prime repaints to be Ultra Magnus. So no thanks.

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1613999)
Posted by LOST Cybertronian on October 14th, 2014 @ 11:21pm CDT

Amazon Japan has updated its listing for Takara Tomy AD-31 Armor Knight Optimus Prime with some high res official images of the figure. The figure is heavily retooled from the Age of Extinction Leader Class Optimus Prime featuring new weapons, chest, forearms and feet. The image also shows off the new head with either a removable or retractable mouth plate.

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614001)
Posted by SlyTF1 on October 14th, 2014 @ 11:26pm CDT

I NEED this.

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614002)
Posted by Sabrblade on October 14th, 2014 @ 11:26pm CDT

This is the AOE Optimus I have been waiting for.

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614004)
Posted by TheVenocWarlord on October 14th, 2014 @ 11:28pm CDT

Okay, that looks cool. If I'm going to get a figure with that mold, it may just be this guy.

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614006)
Posted by mooncake623 on October 14th, 2014 @ 11:33pm CDT

wait this is remolded? not just a repaint?

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614007)
Posted by Fires_Of_Inferno on October 14th, 2014 @ 11:35pm CDT

It looks like the face switches in the same sort of way Generations Blitzwing's face does. Or more like the top of the helmet opens, allowing for the masked face to be switched with the unmasked face.

I was thinking about just skipping the leader Optimus figure, but I might want to save money for this guy!

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614008)
Posted by TheVenocWarlord on October 14th, 2014 @ 11:37pm CDT

I don't know what you guys are complaining about; Rusty Optimus Prime is awesome. I have him and he looks cool on display.

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614010)
Posted by megatronus on October 14th, 2014 @ 11:45pm CDT

LOST Cybertronian wrote:

This is awesome! This is really what we should have gotten in the very beginning. It probably won't fix many of the mold's real functional issues, but at least it's nice eye candy.

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614011)
Posted by BERSEKAEL on October 14th, 2014 @ 11:46pm CDT

Fires_Of_Inferno wrote:It looks like the face switches in the same sort of way Generations Blitzwing's face does. Or more like the top of the helmet opens, allowing for the masked face to be switched with the unmasked face.

I was thinking about just skipping the leader Optimus figure, but I might want to save money for this guy!

Indeed it says in japanese:
Mask off - Mask on
マスカオフ - マスカオン

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614013)
Posted by Sabrblade on October 14th, 2014 @ 11:49pm CDT

BERSEKAEL wrote:Indeed it says in japanese:
Mask off - Mask on
マスカオフ - マスカオン

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614021)
Posted by Lockdownhunter on October 15th, 2014 @ 12:51am CDT

THIS IS SWEET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614022)
Posted by Lockdownhunter on October 15th, 2014 @ 12:53am CDT

mooncake623 wrote:wait this is remolded? not just a repaint?

Yes and a good remold!!!! :michaelbay:

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614027)
Posted by Autobot032 on October 15th, 2014 @ 2:12am CDT

The shield still makes no sense. Everything else? Awesome.

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614030)
Posted by megatronus on October 15th, 2014 @ 3:06am CDT

Now I just need someone to tell me how far this is going to put me back, so I can start saving up...

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614038)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on October 15th, 2014 @ 4:14am CDT

If only I wasnt suckered at buying the regular AoE leader OP at 60$+tx at my local TrU, I would consider buying this new one. However, the regular still feel plenty "premium" for me and I wont be spendiong 100$+ on a new leader.

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614064)
Posted by Darkman20xx on October 15th, 2014 @ 6:25am CDT

Looks great but I've learned to reserve judgement until I see in hand pictures. The dreaded promo pic has gotten me too many times. :lol:

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614074)
Posted by madyankees on October 15th, 2014 @ 7:50am CDT

Seriously....we needed this 6 mths ago. :michaelbay:

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614075)
Posted by megatronus on October 15th, 2014 @ 7:59am CDT

For comparison purposes:

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614089)
Posted by Siger on October 15th, 2014 @ 9:05am CDT

Four words:

Back pack, no thanks.

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614095)
Posted by Madeus Prime on October 15th, 2014 @ 9:19am CDT

Whoa. The brilliant paint almost made me not see the GIGANTIC backpack that STILL there! :BANG_HEAD:

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614097)
Posted by wilcosu35 on October 15th, 2014 @ 9:23am CDT

fabulous paintjob or not, it's still the ultimate shellformer. i haven't bought a single optimus from the aoe line, and i don't think i ever will

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614126)
Posted by Optimizzy on October 15th, 2014 @ 11:06am CDT

im glad I waited to get this mold. wow. looks great.

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614128)
Posted by megatronus on October 15th, 2014 @ 11:20am CDT

wilcosu35 wrote:fabulous paintjob or not, it's still the ultimate shellformer. i haven't bought a single optimus from the aoe line, and i don't think i ever will

Not even Evasion Mode Prime?

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614132)
Posted by Optimizzy on October 15th, 2014 @ 11:36am CDT

Yeah. People may not like the bayformer look but Evasion mode Prime is a very well done figure. It's worth getting at least one. (I have 3)

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614138)
Posted by WiseMan on October 15th, 2014 @ 12:02pm CDT

The backpack can be removed.

aoe-leader-class-optimus-prime-modification-t100016.php

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614142)
Posted by GuyIncognito on October 15th, 2014 @ 12:27pm CDT

Can you still separate it into two pieces and have a complete robot and complete truck?

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614153)
Posted by Sabrblade on October 15th, 2014 @ 1:02pm CDT

wilcosu35 wrote:fabulous paintjob or not, it's still the ultimate shellformer.

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614157)
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on October 15th, 2014 @ 1:23pm CDT

Still a bigger Shellformer.

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614158)
Posted by shajaki on October 15th, 2014 @ 1:27pm CDT

megatronus wrote:
LOST Cybertronian wrote:
This is awesome! This is really what we should have gotten in the very beginning. It probably won't fix many of the mold's real functional issues, but at least it's nice eye candy.

now THATS what im talkin about! this thing is so nice it looks like its a custom job! and yes, total eye candy, but it deverts my eyes from the backpack which is a plus.

someone please tell me that this isnt an exclusive or something? i want it, but since is my second bout with the mold i dont feel like paying crazy money for it. though i probably would.

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614159)
Posted by Cobotron on October 15th, 2014 @ 1:28pm CDT

Ha! Sabrblade, I love that stupid Penguin!

I have had no Interest in AOE (toys, movie, etc.) until NOW. That Prime is too sexy. He is SOOO knightly. Hail and well met, Sir Prime.
Now I can overlook the Gundamus Prime look.
Will he be worth the price tag?

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614160)
Posted by Sabrblade on October 15th, 2014 @ 1:33pm CDT

shajaki wrote:someone please tell me that this isnt an exclusive or something? i want it, but since is my second bout with the mold i dont feel like paying crazy money for it. though i probably would.

Don't worry, it should be a mass retail figure.

In Japan.

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614161)
Posted by megatronus on October 15th, 2014 @ 1:38pm CDT

shajaki wrote:someone please tell me that this isnt an exclusive or something? i want it, but since is my second bout with the mold i dont feel like paying crazy money for it. though i probably would.

TFsource already has a preorder up for it (I put one in my Stack a few hours ago):

http://tfsource.com/TF4-Japan/AD31-Ultimate-Power-Optimus/

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614165)
Posted by Cobotron on October 15th, 2014 @ 2:03pm CDT

megatronus wrote:
shajaki wrote:someone please tell me that this isnt an exclusive or something? i want it, but since is my second bout with the mold i dont feel like paying crazy money for it. though i probably would.

TFsource already has a preorder up for it (I put one in my Stack a few hours ago):

http://tfsource.com/TF4-Japan/AD31-Ultimate-Power-Optimus/

$80.00
Not bad at all for a import.

Wasn't there a Translucent 2-pack with OP and Grimlock coming from somewhere too?

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614166)
Posted by megatronus on October 15th, 2014 @ 2:05pm CDT

Cobotron wrote:
megatronus wrote:
shajaki wrote:someone please tell me that this isnt an exclusive or something? i want it, but since is my second bout with the mold i dont feel like paying crazy money for it. though i probably would.

TFsource already has a preorder up for it (I put one in my Stack a few hours ago):

http://tfsource.com/TF4-Japan/AD31-Ultimate-Power-Optimus/

$80.00
Not bad at all for a import.

Wasn't there a Translucent 2-pack with OP and Grimlock coming from somewhere too?

That's on BBTS for $100:

http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=HAS24080&mode=retail

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614167)
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on October 15th, 2014 @ 2:06pm CDT

Cobotron wrote:
megatronus wrote:
shajaki wrote:someone please tell me that this isnt an exclusive or something? i want it, but since is my second bout with the mold i dont feel like paying crazy money for it. though i probably would.

TFsource already has a preorder up for it (I put one in my Stack a few hours ago):

http://tfsource.com/TF4-Japan/AD31-Ultimate-Power-Optimus/

$80.00
Not bad at all for a import.

Wasn't there a Translucent 2-pack with OP and Grimlock coming from somewhere too?

You're thinking of either:

- Plantinum Series Optimus Prime & Grimlock Voyager 2-pack (with extra chrome)
- Plantinum Series Optimus Prime & Grimlock Leader 2-pack (with more movie-accurate deco)

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614168)
Posted by Railbomb on October 15th, 2014 @ 2:10pm CDT

When they said it would come with new weapons I thought they were talking about his normal gun, not just new versions of the weapons he came with. Still looks great just wish that gun was there.

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614182)
Posted by Cobotron on October 15th, 2014 @ 3:22pm CDT

JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:
Cobotron wrote:
megatronus wrote:
shajaki wrote:someone please tell me that this isnt an exclusive or something? i want it, but since is my second bout with the mold i dont feel like paying crazy money for it. though i probably would.

TFsource already has a preorder up for it (I put one in my Stack a few hours ago):

http://tfsource.com/TF4-Japan/AD31-Ultimate-Power-Optimus/

$80.00
Not bad at all for a import.

Wasn't there a Translucent 2-pack with OP and Grimlock coming from somewhere too?

You're thinking of either:

- Plantinum Series Optimus Prime & Grimlock Voyager 2-pack (with extra chrome)
- Plantinum Series Optimus Prime & Grimlock Leader 2-pack (with more movie-accurate deco)

Ya. I think I'd rather "shell" out the cash on this Prime anyway.

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614196)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on October 15th, 2014 @ 5:03pm CDT

wilcosu35 wrote:fabulous paintjob or not, it's still the ultimate shellformer. i haven't bought a single optimus from the aoe line, and i don't think i ever will

Not even the brilliant Evasion mold? Seem like a waste.

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614197)
Posted by shajaki on October 15th, 2014 @ 5:11pm CDT

Sabrblade wrote:Don't worry, it should be a mass retail figure.

In Japan.

oh that? i dont mind. even if we got that remold over here, i doubt they could make it nicer than this.

megatronus wrote:TFsource already has a preorder up for it (I put one in my Stack a few hours ago):

http://tfsource.com/TF4-Japan/AD31-Ultimate-Power-Optimus/

sweet! 80 bucks aint so bad. those paint apps seriously look above premium quality IMO.

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614201)
Posted by Cobotron on October 15th, 2014 @ 5:25pm CDT

-Kanrabat- wrote:
wilcosu35 wrote:fabulous paintjob or not, it's still the ultimate shellformer. i haven't bought a single optimus from the aoe line, and i don't think i ever will

Not even the brilliant Evasion mold? Seem like a waste.

So, I picked up the TRU Evo Prime 2-pack because, I'm embarrassed to say, I never had Classics Prime. I thought Target Ultra Magnus was good enough, but that never works. Figured I'd pay $45 for both and use the Evasion Mode for an ash tray. Better than Classics used for $70 or more.

Really disappointed that Evasion didn't come with face plate as shown, but after fiddling with him he's not sooo bad.
But, I ask this, what is up with his arms? His elbows are so weird. Also, Whats up with his gun? It's a really cool blaster, but he holds it like an old lady sipping a cup of tea.

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614203)
Posted by Siger on October 15th, 2014 @ 5:38pm CDT

wilcosu35 wrote:fabulous paintjob or not, it's still the ultimate shellformer. i haven't bought a single optimus from the aoe line, and i don't think i ever will

High five, this mold can go to heck along with the FOC Prime mold.

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614205)
Posted by Siger on October 15th, 2014 @ 5:41pm CDT

Sabrblade wrote:
wilcosu35 wrote:fabulous paintjob or not, it's still the ultimate shellformer.

Oh God WHY? This is some kind of Hell I tell you! HELL! :BOOM:

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614207)
Posted by Cobotron on October 15th, 2014 @ 5:48pm CDT

Siger wrote:
wilcosu35 wrote:fabulous paintjob or not, it's still the ultimate shellformer. i haven't bought a single optimus from the aoe line, and i don't think i ever will

High five, this mold can go to heck along with the FOC Prime mold.

You can't polish a turd.
So is this guy just a really shiny lump of poo squeezed from a Bay hole?
Have you handled him, or just don't like it from what you've seen?

Because I'm not a fan of most things movie related, but I would consider this one.

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614208)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on October 15th, 2014 @ 5:57pm CDT

Cobotron wrote:So, I picked up the TRU Evo Prime 2-pack because, I'm embarrassed to say, I never had Classics Prime. I thought Target Ultra Magnus was good enough, but that never works. Figured I'd pay $45 for both and use the Evasion Mode for an ash tray. Better than Classics used for $70 or more.

Cobotron wrote:You can't polish a turd.
So is this guy just a really shiny lump of poo squeezed from a Bay hole?
Have you handled him, or just don't like it from what you've seen?

Because I'm not a fan of most things movie related, but I would consider this one.

Jeez, if ANYTHING Bayverse is such a poison to you, why even bother posting in this thread?

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614209)
Posted by Cobotron on October 15th, 2014 @ 6:20pm CDT

-Kanrabat- wrote:
Cobotron wrote:So, I picked up the TRU Evo Prime 2-pack because, I'm embarrassed to say, I never had Classics Prime. I thought Target Ultra Magnus was good enough, but that never works. Figured I'd pay $45 for both and use the Evasion Mode for an ash tray. Better than Classics used for $70 or more.

Cobotron wrote:You can't polish a turd.
So is this guy just a really shiny lump of poo squeezed from a Bay hole?
Have you handled him, or just don't like it from what you've seen?

Because I'm not a fan of most things movie related, but I would consider this one.

Jeez, if ANYTHING Bayverse is such a poison to you, why even bother posting in this thread?

Ha! Fair enough.

I like knights. I like transforming robot toys. I have a few Bayformers that I like. 07 Leader Prime is one of my favorite Prime toys. He's right here looking at me.
I'm just trying to figure out if this Prime is a cool toy. I've seen him in stores and considered him, but his paint job is lack luster. This Takara version looks awesome.

Is this a good toy? does it transform cool? Is he nice and possible in robot mode?
Is this not where we discuss cool toys?

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614217)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on October 15th, 2014 @ 6:47pm CDT

Cobotron wrote:
-Kanrabat- wrote:
Cobotron wrote:So, I picked up the TRU Evo Prime 2-pack because, I'm embarrassed to say, I never had Classics Prime. I thought Target Ultra Magnus was good enough, but that never works. Figured I'd pay $45 for both and use the Evasion Mode for an ash tray. Better than Classics used for $70 or more.

Cobotron wrote:You can't polish a turd.
So is this guy just a really shiny lump of poo squeezed from a Bay hole?
Have you handled him, or just don't like it from what you've seen?

Because I'm not a fan of most things movie related, but I would consider this one.

Jeez, if ANYTHING Bayverse is such a poison to you, why even bother posting in this thread?

Ha! Fair enough.

I like knights. I like transforming robot toys. I have a few Bayformers that I like. 07 Leader Prime is one of my favorite Prime toys. He's right here looking at me.
I'm just trying to figure out if this Prime is a cool toy. I've seen him in stores and considered him, but his paint job is lack luster. This Takara version looks awesome.

Is this a good toy? does it transform cool? Is he nice and possible in robot mode?
Is this not where we discuss cool toys?

Maybe don't paraphrase my quotes either.

Because what you said about Evasion Optimus was pure blasphemy! It even transform into it's G1 truck, for crying out loud!

Anyway, AoE Leader Optimus is a good toy, but it have it's flaws. It's shell-formery and it have that backpack that could have been easely shrinkable with just a few more hinges. Still, the truck mode is parfect, it have RUBBER tires, and the bot mode is one cool looking knight. Does it's worth 60$+? No. Wait for a sale. If you want the ultimate premium Takara version, wait for some video review. 100$+ is a lot of money to risk on uncertainty.

By the way, 2007 Leader Optimus is a nice toy in it's own right and I love it very much. However, I don't love it enough to display him so right now, he's in storage. Do you want the ULTIMATE in toy engeneering? No shell former? Screen accurate bot mode AND robot mode? Are you not affraid of a challenge? Then get a Optimus Prime Leader of the ROTF/Buster mold. This toy will blow your mind and will change your opinion forever about movie toys.

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614226)
Posted by Cobotron on October 15th, 2014 @ 7:52pm CDT

-Kanrabat- wrote:
Cobotron wrote:
-Kanrabat- wrote:
Cobotron wrote:So, I picked up the TRU Evo Prime 2-pack because, I'm embarrassed to say, I never had Classics Prime. I thought Target Ultra Magnus was good enough, but that never works. Figured I'd pay $45 for both and use the Evasion Mode for an ash tray. Better than Classics used for $70 or more.

Cobotron wrote:You can't polish a turd.
So is this guy just a really shiny lump of poo squeezed from a Bay hole?
Have you handled him, or just don't like it from what you've seen?

Because I'm not a fan of most things movie related, but I would consider this one.

Jeez, if ANYTHING Bayverse is such a poison to you, why even bother posting in this thread?

Ha! Fair enough.

I like knights. I like transforming robot toys. I have a few Bayformers that I like. 07 Leader Prime is one of my favorite Prime toys. He's right here looking at me.
I'm just trying to figure out if this Prime is a cool toy. I've seen him in stores and considered him, but his paint job is lack luster. This Takara version looks awesome.

Is this a good toy? does it transform cool? Is he nice and possible in robot mode?
Is this not where we discuss cool toys?

Maybe don't paraphrase my quotes either.

Because what you said about Evasion Optimus was pure blasphemy! It even transform into it's G1 truck, for crying out loud!

Anyway, AoE Leader Optimus is a good toy, but it have it's flaws. It's shell-formery and it have that backpack that could have been easely shrinkable with just a few more hinges. Still, the truck mode is parfect, it have RUBBER tires, and the bot mode is one cool looking knight. Does it's worth 60$+? No. Wait for a sale. If you want the ultimate premium Takara version, wait for some video review. 100$+ is a lot of money to risk on uncertainty.

By the way, 2007 Leader Optimus is a nice toy in it's own right and I love it very much. However, I don't love it enough to display him so right now, he's in storage. Do you want the ULTIMATE in toy engeneering? No shell former? Screen accurate bot mode AND robot mode? Are you not affraid of a challenge? Then get a Optimus Prime Leader of the ROTF/Buster mold. This toy will blow your mind and will change your opinion forever about movie toys.

I DID admit that Evasion turned out to be cooler than I thought.
I can't stand the character designs from the movies, but you're right, I will be more careful where I Bay bash.

I have always admired that ROTF Prime. He does look like he transforms in an amazing way. I even remember thinking, should I have skipped on 07 Prime. I just didnt get him because I already had one movie Prime. Probably should have waited.

Thanks for answering my question about AOE. I may be a few steps closer to acquiring him.

I'm real new to the forums, and this is the kind of back and forth I was hoping to find.
Guess you gotta shake the tree if you want an apple.
We may disagree on the movies, but judging by that bad ass dwarf warrior avatar you're rockin' I bet you and I aren't so different.

Thanks and peace be with you Brother Bot Fan

Re: TRU Japan is getting more Takara Movie Advanced Optimus Prime Rusty Version (1614228)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on October 15th, 2014 @ 8:34pm CDT

Cobotron wrote:Thanks and peace be with you Brother Bot Fan

Welcome aboard.
Also, be sure to at least try out a ROTF Leader OP mold. It have 2 versions in north America (ROTF and HFTD) and at least a gazillion different premium versions for the Japanese market. If money is no object, you can get one in a matter of seconds. However, with just the right ammount of digging, you may find one that is loose and cheap. Try it out. FEEL it. Your mind will be blown.

Know what?
That is exactly what happenned to me about the Movie design for Starscream. I'm a big Screamers fan but I hated, HATED Bayverse Starscream Doritos with chicken legs design. A little more, and I would have raised a mob with torshes and pitchforks. I was in my early collector days back in Xmass 2010. I went to my local TrU for some TF sales and I saw the HORRIBLE Movie Starscream toy. It was the Leader from the HFTD line. With a deep sigh, I took the box and gotr a closer look. I saw that he had an incredible ammount of details going on. He was big and hefty. Only 40$ instead of 60$. Why the hell not? So I bought him and brought him home. Then, I tried him out... I was blown away! I found just how genius that design was, the transformation was fun and involved, and no one could have guessed that a frigging JET would come out of this! After that, I fell in love and bought every version of Starscream ever, INCLUDING all the Movie toys. I even have a particular fondness for the 2007 voyager mold.

Anyway, Tl;Dr, give a toy a chance. You might be surprised.

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