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Images of Upcoming New Core Sized Optimus Primal and Alpha Starscream
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Jan 4, 2023 at 6:54pm CST
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Comment by -Kanrabat-
Jan 4, 2023
That Primal looks very, VERY good.
If I chance uppon it at Canadian Tire, I'll be sure to pick him up.
If I chance uppon it at Canadian Tire, I'll be sure to pick him up.
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Same here
Comment by william-james88
Jan 4, 2023
-Kanrabat- wrote:That Primal looks very, VERY good.
If I chance uppon it at Canadian Tire, I'll be sure to pick him up.
Same here
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Comment by Bumblevivisector
Jan 4, 2023
It's funny how despite the whole point of Evergreen TFs being they can show up in ANY store with even the tiniest toy section, so many specific figures somehow end up being indigenous to just one chain, determined largely by country or even state/province.
Hope Primal comes Stateside, but if any Canadian Seibertronians want to trade for Authentics Arcee, just let me know and I'll find you one with the best paint job possible!
Hope Primal comes Stateside, but if any Canadian Seibertronians want to trade for Authentics Arcee, just let me know and I'll find you one with the best paint job possible!
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Comment by D-Maximal_Primal
Jan 4, 2023
Man, he actually looks pretty neat.
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Comment by Cheetron
Jan 4, 2023
I haven't said this about a toy in what feels like forever, but I want primal. Bad. Lol
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Comment by Emerje
Jan 5, 2023
Really like Starscream, it's a better looking figure than the Bravo version with the flat cockpit. He really looks a lot like the control art, just needs some more colors.
Primal looks great, though the blue on his chest looks like it was done with a spray can, lots of over paint. I wonder if he's too big to stand next to the small Transmetal Primal released in Japan.
Emerje
Primal looks great, though the blue on his chest looks like it was done with a spray can, lots of over paint. I wonder if he's too big to stand next to the small Transmetal Primal released in Japan.
Emerje
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Comment by griftimus prime
Jan 5, 2023
primal looks alright
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Comment by Stormshot_Prime
Jan 5, 2023
While I think it's weird this guy isn't seeing a Legacy release, I want him nonetheless. He'll look great next to my Core collection. I'm honestly hoping Hasbro keeps releasing characters in the Core class no matter the line, they're an excellent way to build up entire armies of figures when one can only afford the occasional larger figure.
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Comment by RodimusPrimeUkraine1
Jan 5, 2023
This is one of the few authentics toys I can appreciate. Kids toys can be good, see! But one question, why does he have guns instead of swords? Thinking like a kid swords would be cooler because they are unique for tfs.
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That's because his shoulder canons serves a dual purpose here. So no extra budget for the swords.
Comment by -Kanrabat-
Jan 5, 2023
RodimusPrimeUkraine1 wrote:This is one of the few authentics toys I can appreciate. Kids toys can be good, see! But one question, why does he have guns instead of swords? Thinking like a kid swords would be cooler because they are unique for tfs.
That's because his shoulder canons serves a dual purpose here. So no extra budget for the swords.
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Still prefer the spinal swords.
Comment by RodimusPrimeUkraine1
Jan 5, 2023
-Kanrabat- wrote:RodimusPrimeUkraine1 wrote:This is one of the few authentics toys I can appreciate. Kids toys can be good, see! But one question, why does he have guns instead of swords? Thinking like a kid swords would be cooler because they are unique for tfs.
That's because his shoulder canons serves a dual purpose here. So no extra budget for the swords.
Still prefer the spinal swords.
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Comment by william-james88
Jan 18, 2023
While the Authentics line is not covered heavily since it isn't part of any reveals and is not even meant for big box retailers, the Optimus Primal toy did interest fans since it works with the core class collection Hasbro has been setting up in the Generations lines. However, as you will see below, this is not a core class toy, size wise. It is between the core class and deluxe class, being almost as big as a Studio Series Bumblebee toy. We have two reviews below to give you a better look at the figure. We don't have more info regarding his availability since there is no set rule for where figures like these may end up or when they will show up in various markets.
From TF fan France who posted on Botposting.
From TF fan France who posted on Botposting.
Authentics bravo class Optimus Primal.
He's... actually pretty good. I expected this to be very hollow and weightless like the other ones from the same toyline, but no. It's the opposite.
He has a decent amount of articulation, NONE of the pieces have fallen off, he doesn't look very hollow except on his legs and a little on the arms, and he actually has weight.
The painting and sculpting are good.
The arms and legs can bend and because they're on a balljoint they can also swivel. The head can only look from side to side in robot mode and the gorilla head can only look up and down.
For the accessories he has two blasters which are stored on his back.
He unfortunately doesn't have his two swords.
I'd say it's a good Optimus Primal for those looking for cheap.
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Comment by -Kanrabat-
Jan 18, 2023
The hollow bits are less incongruous than I thought. The bot looks great, the gorilla looks great, and that transformation is quick and easy. If I ever see it at Canadian Tire, I'll pick him up for sure.
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Comment by Bumblevivisector
Jan 19, 2023
I know producing reprolabels for evergreen figures would kind of defeat the point pricewise, but this Primal's chest is like a blue canvas BEGGING to be embellished! Have toyhax ever done that for Authentics?
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No sets for any Authentics toys so far.
Not even 3D printed filler pieces or upgrade kits exist for any and those seriously needs them. Sure, those would also defeat the point of Authentics, but some designs are really good and could deserves the upgrade.
Comment by -Kanrabat-
Jan 19, 2023
Bumblevivisector wrote:I know producing reprolabels for evergreen figures would kind of defeat the point pricewise, but this Primal's chest is like a blue canvas BEGGING to be embellished! Have toyhax ever done that for Authentics?
No sets for any Authentics toys so far.
Not even 3D printed filler pieces or upgrade kits exist for any and those seriously needs them. Sure, those would also defeat the point of Authentics, but some designs are really good and could deserves the upgrade.
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Shame that because some figures like Barricade are really good but terribly painted. He'd really benefit from window and door decals.
Emerje
Comment by Emerje
Jan 19, 2023
-Kanrabat- wrote:Bumblevivisector wrote:I know producing reprolabels for evergreen figures would kind of defeat the point pricewise, but this Primal's chest is like a blue canvas BEGGING to be embellished! Have toyhax ever done that for Authentics?
No sets for any Authentics toys so far.
Not even 3D printed filler pieces or upgrade kits exist for any and those seriously needs them. Sure, those would also defeat the point of Authentics, but some designs are really good and could deserves the upgrade.
Shame that because some figures like Barricade are really good but terribly painted. He'd really benefit from window and door decals.
Emerje
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Comment by TulioDude
Jan 20, 2023
He looks pretty good! Its an official downsizing of the Kingdom mold, it makes me wish to see
other charactes and molds receive the same "Authentics" treatment.
Day 1116 of waiting for Transformers Armada Masterpiece news.
other charactes and molds receive the same "Authentics" treatment.
Day 1116 of waiting for Transformers Armada Masterpiece news.
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Comment by -Kanrabat-
Nov 6, 2023
Here's a video review of the Transformers Authentics Bravo Class OPTIMUS PRIMAL by Soundwave 8084 on YouTube:
This may be the best Bravo so far.
I NEED IT!
This may be the best Bravo so far.
I NEED IT!
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You might be right, that looks really good and big for a Bravo. Definitely need to keep an eye for these at the usual suspects (Five Below and Big Lots).
Emerje
Comment by Emerje
Nov 7, 2023
-Kanrabat- wrote:This may be the best Bravo so far.
I NEED IT!
You might be right, that looks really good and big for a Bravo. Definitely need to keep an eye for these at the usual suspects (Five Below and Big Lots).
Emerje
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Comment by william-james88
Jan 19, 2025
The Authentics Titan Changer line is still trucking along. It offers a very affordable option for popular Transformers characters at a larger scale with easy transformations. Shockwave will be joining the ranks as we can see from this listing from Hasbro. While it is the evergreen design, it's basically G1 Shockwave and while the alt mode is meant to be like the Siege toy (kinda), G1 fans will see how easily you can bring the arms down and basically make him a lazer gun.
Below you will see photos showing the robot mode, alt mode and even the converting instructions, enjoy!
Below you will see photos showing the robot mode, alt mode and even the converting instructions, enjoy!
