Stock Images of Transformers Authentics Grimlock
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Dec 5, 2017 at 7:52am CST
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The images can be seen below, and are mirrored from the regular Weibo account which has proven a source of plentiful images in the past year, tf-factory. Also included below are some renders with Optimus Prime and Bumblebee, that appear to be the art used in banners starting to appear in stores around the US and beyond, as reported here. Check out what may or may not be the Authentics line, and let us know what you think!
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Comment by Carnivius_Prime
Dec 5, 2017
So you have to assemble Grimlock a bit but he's not a 'partsformer'? I still kinda like it in that Pretender Grimlock mini-figure sort of appeal. I mean it does what it sets out to do better than the PotP Grimlock I suppose... Just shame it lacks of moving jaw. Would have preferred it fixed open for roar/bite/fire than sculpted shut...
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Comment by TFmonkeybiz
Dec 5, 2017
The mold itself doesn't look too bad but the Dino mode is in dire need of some paint.
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It's no different than having to attach the alligator head to skullsmasher. Once the pieces are on you don't have to remove them again.
Comment by chuckdawg1999
Dec 5, 2017
Carnivius_Prime wrote:So you have to assemble Grimlock a bit but he's not a 'partsformer'? I still kinda like it in that Pretender Grimlock mini-figure sort of appeal. I mean it does what it sets out to do better than the PotP Grimlock I suppose... Just shame it lacks of moving jaw. Would have preferred it fixed open for roar/bite/fire than sculpted shut...
It's no different than having to attach the alligator head to skullsmasher. Once the pieces are on you don't have to remove them again.
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Comment by -Kanrabat-
Dec 5, 2017
That Grimlock loo NOICE!
If it's available locally, I'm buying for sure.

If it's available locally, I'm buying for sure.
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Comment by BERSEKAEL
Dec 5, 2017
Meh... I wonder when will we have a G1 legion class Grimlock and Dinobots
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We sorta already do. There are universe dinosaur minicons done as Dinobots.
Comment by chuckdawg1999
Dec 5, 2017
BERSEKAEL wrote:Meh... I wonder when will we have a G1 legion class Grimlock and Dinobots
We sorta already do. There are universe dinosaur minicons done as Dinobots.
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Comment by lakebot
Dec 5, 2017
I don't mind them I suppose but it's odd how the Decepticons are so much more detailed. I do wish they'd be a bit more complex though. Not a fan of the decreased steps required for transformation. I understand it being geared towards a younger audience but I also happen to agree that kids should not be underestimated in their capacity to transform a more complex toy.
And trying to say because some of the movie line toys were too complex it's a good reason for decreased transformation steps or difficulty is not a true/accurate statement in my opinion. A bunch of those are tough little buggers. If I can transform movie masterpiece bumblebee(truth be told, not the hardest transformation but still requires some effort) without even looking at the directions or online,yet can't do that with half the normal movie line toys I've purchased thus far, there's an issue. I think some of them were over complex, had too much kibble, and were not intuitive.
And trying to say because some of the movie line toys were too complex it's a good reason for decreased transformation steps or difficulty is not a true/accurate statement in my opinion. A bunch of those are tough little buggers. If I can transform movie masterpiece bumblebee(truth be told, not the hardest transformation but still requires some effort) without even looking at the directions or online,yet can't do that with half the normal movie line toys I've purchased thus far, there's an issue. I think some of them were over complex, had too much kibble, and were not intuitive.
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Ah right. I didn't buy that one cos i've never cared for the design or character but yeah I recall reading Metroplex and stomp n chomp grimlock have a limb removed just to fit into packaging.
Comment by Carnivius_Prime
Dec 6, 2017
chuckdawg1999 wrote:Carnivius_Prime wrote:So you have to assemble Grimlock a bit but he's not a 'partsformer'? I still kinda like it in that Pretender Grimlock mini-figure sort of appeal. I mean it does what it sets out to do better than the PotP Grimlock I suppose... Just shame it lacks of moving jaw. Would have preferred it fixed open for roar/bite/fire than sculpted shut...
It's no different than having to attach the alligator head to skullsmasher. Once the pieces are on you don't have to remove them again.
Ah right. I didn't buy that one cos i've never cared for the design or character but yeah I recall reading Metroplex and stomp n chomp grimlock have a limb removed just to fit into packaging.
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He means proper ones that aren't a repaint of a figure that shares an alt mode. He loves his legion figures, and I can't blame him for wanting legion dinobots after the most recent Grimlock continues to be done from a rippersnapper
Comment by D-Maximal_Primal
Dec 6, 2017
chuckdawg1999 wrote:BERSEKAEL wrote:Meh... I wonder when will we have a G1 legion class Grimlock and Dinobots
We sorta already do. There are universe dinosaur minicons done as Dinobots.
He means proper ones that aren't a repaint of a figure that shares an alt mode. He loves his legion figures, and I can't blame him for wanting legion dinobots after the most recent Grimlock continues to be done from a rippersnapper
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Comment by Va'al
Dec 7, 2017
Still not giving us any kind of confirmation as to what the line is actually called, a fan has sent us notification of the allegedly named Transformers Authentics - featuring the 'evergreen' designs on the packaging - as spotted across a number of stores in the Philippines, as reported by vproject (though the images is by Franz Echeverria on Facebook) and maku098 of fellow Transformers fansite TFW2005.
The sightings show all four basic figures, with Decepticons Starscream and Megatron being accompanied by Autobots Optimus Prime and Bumblebee, from a Toys'R'Us store and Alabang's Toy Kingdom inside the Festival Supermall in Muntinlupa City. The price is the same, at 299.75 Philippine pesos (approx 6 USD) each, and you can check them out mirrored below - and make sure to use our Sightings database in case these or any other figures turn up near you!
The sightings show all four basic figures, with Decepticons Starscream and Megatron being accompanied by Autobots Optimus Prime and Bumblebee, from a Toys'R'Us store and Alabang's Toy Kingdom inside the Festival Supermall in Muntinlupa City. The price is the same, at 299.75 Philippine pesos (approx 6 USD) each, and you can check them out mirrored below - and make sure to use our Sightings database in case these or any other figures turn up near you!
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Comment by Rodimus Knight
Dec 7, 2017
So are these basically the same ones being sold in the US at Walgreens but in different packaging?
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Comment by Aimless Misfire
Dec 7, 2017
The newest wave of baby garbage that will be clogging the pegs for the next year & beyond. Hope you enjoy looking at this crap!
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Same idea, but these are new figures. I'm sure we'll be seeing these at Walgreens, Dollar General, Big Lots and wherever else soon enough.
Emerje
Comment by Emerje
Dec 7, 2017
Rodimus Knight wrote:So are these basically the same ones being sold in the US at Walgreens but in different packaging?
Same idea, but these are new figures. I'm sure we'll be seeing these at Walgreens, Dollar General, Big Lots and wherever else soon enough.
Emerje
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Comment by Prime Target
Dec 7, 2017
So are these Legion figures
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Comment by Sabrblade
Dec 7, 2017
4.5 inches tall, like short Deluxes.Prime Target wrote:So are these Legion figures
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Comment by Hotconvoy
Dec 7, 2017
What are they seting on in the first two pics?
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Comment by chuckdawg1999
Dec 7, 2017
I hope this is a sign these won't be available only in market six stores.
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Good question, they have the new "Authentic" logo on them, but I don't think we've seen anything boxed from this line. From what little we can see on the back of the box it looks like the non-transforming "Hero" figures (the "soap bottles").
Emerje
Comment by Emerje
Dec 7, 2017
Hotconvoy wrote:What are they seting on in the first two pics?
Good question, they have the new "Authentic" logo on them, but I don't think we've seen anything boxed from this line. From what little we can see on the back of the box it looks like the non-transforming "Hero" figures (the "soap bottles").
Emerje
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Comment by Carnivius_Prime
Dec 8, 2017
Yeah I can see the Starscream one appealing to his fans but the other three just look really bad and blocky. I may still get Grimlock as a simple desktoy if I ever spot him.
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Comment by william-james88
Dec 8, 2017
We recently posted that the new simpler Transformers 4.5" figures, which use the evergreen designs, were found in the Philipines. Now, we finally have some in hand images of the Optimus Prime from this generic line, destined for the value market.
These images which TF fan Ikkad posted on the TFW boards are our first real look at the figure, including the paint applications and its scale compared to other figures. It seems to be between the scout and deluxe class in robot mode. Ikkad also gives his comments on the toy which you can read below.








These images which TF fan Ikkad posted on the TFW boards are our first real look at the figure, including the paint applications and its scale compared to other figures. It seems to be between the scout and deluxe class in robot mode. Ikkad also gives his comments on the toy which you can read below.
They were all at my local department store today.
The price, just to reiterate, is in Philippine Peso (PHP).
It's a bad figure. The lack of elbows really restrict poseability, and the hollow legs prevent you from standing him up in most poses. The four step transformation is actually a bit interesting, as it differs from the Optimus standard. However, it results in the use of fake chest windows. The plastic is very cheap.
Here are some comparisons with the two other small Optimus molds. It's funny how the guy is taller than the T30 Legends.
Overall, it feels like a cheapo KO toy, so I guess Hasbro has that market properly covered now.
I may go back and get Megatron, just to see what the Decepticons are like with their fancy elbows.







