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Takara is Going full Super Sentai with their New Wild King Line

Posted by william-james88 Mar 17, 2025 at 12:38pm CDT 67,890 views
Takara's Transformers Wild King line has finally been officially revealed. Below are the images along with the price points. This line is very reminiscent of the yearly kid friendly super sentai line from Bandai with a main mech leader having themed animal limbs in bright colours. Of course this being transformers, each limb has a bot and beast mode, so it preserves a scramble city combiner notion transformers fans are familiar with. But the look is undoubtedly closer to what we see coming from the Super Sentai line. This toyline is Japanese exclusive, as of now, and it will have an anime in conjunction to it.

The prices you will see below are MSRP and so the price on Amazon Japan or other Japanese retailers could be much cheaper.

Energy Masters – YEN 4,750
- WKM-01 Energy Master Optimus Prime
- WKM-02 Emergy Master Megatron

Energy Beasts – YEN 2,750
- WKB-01 Energy Beast Rightol
- WKB-02 Energy Beast Hydrophant
- WKB-03 Energy Beast Captain Vulca
- WKB-04 Energy Beast Reefback
- WKB-05 Energy Beast Ignite Bite
- WKB-06 Energy Beast Sbilichuan

Wildking sets – YEN 7,700
- WKS-01 Optimus Prime & Rightoll
- WKS-02 Megatron & Captain Vulca









Takara is Going full Super Sentai with their New Wild King Line
Takara is Going full Super Sentai with their New Wild King Line
Takara is Going full Super Sentai with their New Wild King Line
Takara is Going full Super Sentai with their New Wild King Line
Takara is Going full Super Sentai with their New Wild King Line
Takara is Going full Super Sentai with their New Wild King Line
Takara is Going full Super Sentai with their New Wild King Line
Takara is Going full Super Sentai with their New Wild King Line
Takara is Going full Super Sentai with their New Wild King Line
Takara is Going full Super Sentai with their New Wild King Line

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Comment by Brokebot Mar 17, 2025
Well, that's . . .um . . . something. :-?
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Comment by william-james88 Mar 17, 2025
Bumblevivisector wrote:IDR if there was that much apparent partsforming in the first images we saw weeks ago, but I could see this Op and Megs becoming hard to find complete on the secondary market in years to come. If it's popular enough.

The...erm, 'Matrix Flare' chest thing representing the elemental powers of different limb-nimals looks like a cross between Energon and the pip system (is that the right term?) in the CCG.

Think this is Takara's first response to Hasbro's plans to scale back their toy production?


These wont be released in the US, so the only ones you’d find on the secondary market outside japan would be from collectors.

But yes, as a Power Rangers collector, the secondary market is futile. You must buy it asap when its in stock or you pay a fortune for a complete one later
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Comment by ashe5k Mar 17, 2025
Usually the limbs don't look that great, but I'm kind of digging the T-Rex and the Triceratops on their own...

Megs looks worlds better than Prime.
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Comment by Overcracker Mar 17, 2025
Sabrblade wrote:
Overcracker wrote:Power Rangers Dino Force
I didn't know you live in Korea. :P


Hah!, No, I don't live in Korea.

Can't keep up with all those Sentai adjacent series. I meant Dino Thunder.

Though you made me search for Dino Force, and it turns out its just a redecoed Dino Thunder so there.
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Comment by william-james88 Mar 17, 2025
Overcracker wrote:
Sabrblade wrote:
Overcracker wrote:Power Rangers Dino Force
I didn't know you live in Korea. :P


Hah!, No, I don't live in Korea.

Can't keep up with all those Sentai adjacent series. I meant Dino Thunder.

Though you made me search for Dino Force, and it turns out its just a redecoed Dino Thunder so there.


Its a redecoed and retooled DinoCHARGE
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Comment by william-james88 Mar 17, 2025
We have a lot more Transformers Wild King for you. Below is a video revealing the toyline. We also have high res images of the new toys. The multiple shots of the limb bots reveal that they are all the same core mold with different animal parts attached. Those parts can be detached and reattached, as part of the partsforming gimmick which is usually seen more in Bandai's Super Sentai lines.

We also have Amazon Japan links. These are available to be ordered by fans in the west. The toys aren't cheap though, with the main Optimus and Megatron sets coming in at around $50 USD, before shipping and possible tariffs. As of right now, that Optimus Prime set is the number 1 best seller in action figures on the site. Also, as of now this seems to be a Japanese exclusive line.

Transformers WKS-02 Megatron & Captain Volca Wild Locking Set: https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/dp/B0F1F3?tag=seibertron00-22& ... 204&sr=8-1

Transformers WKS-01 Optimus Prime & Light Long Wild Kicking Set: https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/dp/B0F1F5?tag=seibertron00-22& ... 204&sr=8-2

Transformers WKB-03 Energy Beast Captain Volca: https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/dp/B0F1F4?tag=seibertron00-22& ... 204&sr=8-3



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Re: Takara is Going full Super Sentai with their New Wild King Line (view post)
Comment by Overcracker Mar 17, 2025
william-james88 wrote:
Overcracker wrote:
Sabrblade wrote:
Overcracker wrote:Power Rangers Dino Force
I didn't know you live in Korea. :P


Hah!, No, I don't live in Korea.

Can't keep up with all those Sentai adjacent series. I meant Dino Thunder.

Though you made me search for Dino Force, and it turns out its just a redecoed Dino Thunder so there.


Its a redecoed and retooled DinoCHARGE

Yeah, that. Sheesh.
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Comment by StrykerTyger Mar 17, 2025
I'm going to be real - I kind of really like these guys! But I'm saving for a trip, and am from the US, so I doubt I'll get to experience these. I tend to enjoy the JP only lines: BWII, BW Neo, Go, Arms Micron... *sigh*
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Comment by Sabrblade Mar 17, 2025
Looks like there's a YouTube anime coming for this line:

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Comment by Emerje Mar 17, 2025
Sabrblade wrote:Looks like there's a YouTube anime coming for this line:


Emerje wrote:That's not all, ahead of release they'll also be launching an Animated series on YouTube in March!


Emerje
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Comment by chuckdawg1999 Mar 17, 2025
It appears that whatever 5 and 6 are aren't up yet. Makes sense as only the four animals are shown.
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Comment by william-james88 Mar 17, 2025
I just realized as I was doing the article that all limb bots are the same mold slightly retooled from on to the next with the biggest changes not actually part of the mold, but instead the animal bits which are partsformed onto them.
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Comment by chuckdawg1999 Mar 17, 2025
william-james88 wrote:I just realized as I was doing the article that all limb bots are the same mold slightly retooled from on to the next with the biggest changes not actually part of the mold, but instead the animal bits which are partsformed onto them.


Yeah, probably to streamline the arm/leg transformation combination.
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Comment by First-Aid Mar 17, 2025
I am intrigued. That elephant sure has a lot of junk in his trunk....























I'll let myself out...
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Comment by Jelze Bunnycat Mar 18, 2025
chuckdawg1999 wrote:
william-james88 wrote:I just realized as I was doing the article that all limb bots are the same mold slightly retooled from on to the next with the biggest changes not actually part of the mold, but instead the animal bits which are partsformed onto them.


Yeah, probably to streamline the arm/leg transformation combination.


The animal legs actually use mushroom joints so they're easily swapped out during production, the robot heads may be as well with a different type of joint like a ball, while the only parts meant to be detachable are the heads and tails. In fact, we may see mold pairings as the Mammoth and Triceratops share leg molds (and the back legs have two feet). Almost feels like Machine Robo Mugenbine, except with less parts.

There seems to be an elemental part to as well, with Fire, Water, Leaf and Lightning. Interesting :-?

Looking at Optimus and Megatron, not too bad. I see the legs become the shoes in Combined Mode... but where do the arms go?
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Comment by DeathReviews Mar 18, 2025
Not seeing anything in this line that tempts. It's too close to the old "Hero Mashers" for my taste. My shelf space is reserved for figures that are more... advanced.
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Comment by Emerje Mar 18, 2025
Jelze Bunnycat wrote:Looking at Optimus and Megatron, not too bad. I see the legs become the shoes in Combined Mode... but where do the arms go?

I'm guessing they're stored inside the legs/feet. But they're also double pegged so they can probably go the shoulders as an alternative since none of the beasts seem to use those holes yet.

Emerje
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Comment by Overcracker Mar 18, 2025
Megatron seems to get blasters and guns, while Prime only gets melee weapons and fists. Interesting distinction.
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Comment by Sabrblade Mar 18, 2025
Translations of the story and character bios:


https://tf.takaratomy.co.jp/tf_wild_king/
Transformers: Wild King

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https://tf.takaratomy.co.jp/tf_wild_king/about/
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What are TRANSFORMERS?
Metallic life forms that transform into vehicles such as cars and tanks, as well as living creatures such as giraffes and Tyrannosaurus Rex!
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What is WILD KING?
The story takes place on Elementros, a planet with unknown powers. The main character, Optimus Prime, descends upon this land in pursuit of his ally, Megatron. There, Optimus encounters a giraffe-like Transformer named "Lightlong", who is an Energy Beast. According to Lightlong, the Energy Beasts, which take the form of animals and dinosaurs that live on Elementros, possess the power of five attributes called "Element Energy": fire, water, earth, nature, and lightning. Then, Megatron suddenly attacks. With the power of their bond, Optimus and Lightlong awaken the ability to transform and combine via "Wildocking". Optimus joins forces with the animals, while Megatron commands the dinosaurs. What will be their fate...?!
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https://tf.takaratomy.co.jp/tf_wild_king/character/chara01-OptimusPrime.php
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Energy Master OPTIMUS PRIME
The dependable leader of the righteous Autobot army. He was once in conflict with Megatron, the leader of the evil Decepticon army, but they have now reconciled and are cooperating with each other. Megatron sets off ahead in search of the power to protect his homeworld, but his communications suddenly cut off, and Optimus sets out in pursuit of him. Optimus arrives on the unknown planet of Elementros, where he meets the unique Energy Beasts, and through their bonding he acquires a new ability, "Wildocking", to stop the rampage of Megatron and the dinosaurs!

https://tf.takaratomy.co.jp/tf_wild_king/character/chara02-Megatron.php
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Energy Master MEGATRON
The powerful leader of the evil Decepticon army. He has now made peace with Optimus Prime, the leader of the righteous Autobot army, and has been building up their strength to protect their mutual home planet, Cybertron. One day, he discovers the planet Elementros, which is said to have unknown powers, and decides to arrive there ahead of the others. By the time Optimus arrived at the planet in pursuit of Megatron, he had already acquired a new ability: "Wildocking". What is the purpose of the ferocious dinosaurs that are closing in on Optimus...?!

https://tf.takaratomy.co.jp/tf_wild_king/character/chara03-LightLong.php
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Energy Beast LIGHTLONG
A giraffe-type Transformer who is curious about everything. He possesses "Lightning Energy" within his body, allowing him to control the power of lightning. He is the first Energy Beast to meet Optimus and ends up working alongside him. In order to face the sudden threat of Megatron, he and Optimus awaken the powers of Wildocking!

https://tf.takaratomy.co.jp/tf_wild_king/character/chara04-Hydrophant.php
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Energy Beast HYDROPHANT
An elephant-type Transformer with a kind heart and a very timid personality. He possesses "Aqua Energy" within his body, allowing him to control the power of water. He is not very confident in himself, but Lightlong knows that he has incredible power hidden within. In order to protect what is important to him, he learns from Optimus the courage to stand up to his enemies and grows as a person!

https://tf.takaratomy.co.jp/tf_wild_king/character/chara05-CaptainVolca.php
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Energy Beast CAPTAIN VOLCA
A Tyrannosaurus-type Transformer who seeks strength above all else and hates to lose. He possesses "Flame Energy" within his body, allowing him to control the power of fire. Enticed by Megatron's strength and charisma, he works alongside him and believes him to be the legendary hero. He is the leader of the dinosaurs, and is trying to verify a certain legend passed down among the dinosaur tribe...!

https://tf.takaratomy.co.jp/tf_wild_king/character/chara06-Reefback.php
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Energy Beast LEAFBACK
A Triceratops-type Transformer who is extremely straight-laced and hates any and all crookedness. He possesses "Grass Energy" within his body, allowing him to control the power of nature. His rushing power is No. 1 among the dinosaurs, on par with that of Drillnohorn. He trusts Captain Volca, and was invited by him to meet Megatron. For some reason, he believes that the more horns one has, the smarter they are...!
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Comment by Emerje Mar 18, 2025
I do like the design aesthetic of Optimus basically having his power through a Matrix in his chest, but whatever Megatron is doing is chained to his chest. It's a great character appropriate distinction between the two.

Emerje
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