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Takara Tomy TG-23 Metroplex Video - Possible SDCC Version?
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Jun 26, 2013 at 10:28am CDT
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Comment by Sabrblade
Jun 26, 2013
Most impressive. 
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Comment by gothsaurus
Jun 26, 2013
Did I hear that right? Sounded like he said Japanese version is same as ComicCon.
Nice that the box is same size as Fort Max.
Nice that the box is same size as Fort Max.
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Comment by Ravage XK
Jun 26, 2013
Looks like it also has a lot of black "dirt" detailing or something, or is that just a painted up example?
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Comment by gothsaurus
Jun 26, 2013
Yeah, that is a bit confusing including that in the video. The one at the right (with the red detailing on top of his chest bit) is a custom. Not for sale or appearing in the Hasbro/Takara/or ComicCon line.
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Comment by Banjo-Tron
Jun 26, 2013
Dat face!
This version is way nicer than the Hasbro one. Especially the additional paint on the uper legs and groin area (oo-err)
It also looks like they might have done away with the pictures of the Autobots in the 'control centre' which I'm very happy about. Although maybe they're there and I just ain't seeing them?
This version is way nicer than the Hasbro one. Especially the additional paint on the uper legs and groin area (oo-err)
It also looks like they might have done away with the pictures of the Autobots in the 'control centre' which I'm very happy about. Although maybe they're there and I just ain't seeing them?
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Comment by Nemesis Destron
Jun 26, 2013
Sold!!! 
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Comment by xyl360
Jun 26, 2013
Takara does it again. I wasn't expecting there to be nearly as much additional paint detail as there is on him. It's like night and day to me, although where the paint differences and plastic color differences are has a lot to do with it I think. All those paint apps really nicely compliment the look of the figure and do wonders to break up all that white plastic.
I was already getting Takara's and skipping Hasbro's, but after finally getting to see his full details, I'm even more comfortable with my decision (as well as the much higher price point).
I'm still curious to see if SDCC is getting a Metrotitan repaint. I may have to get it if they are.
I was already getting Takara's and skipping Hasbro's, but after finally getting to see his full details, I'm even more comfortable with my decision (as well as the much higher price point).
I'm still curious to see if SDCC is getting a Metrotitan repaint. I may have to get it if they are.
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Comment by Gearslide
Jun 26, 2013
He clearly said that the normal Takara version (the one on the left, not the custom on the right) was the "same as the Comic-con version".
That's a relief. I won't have to worry about refreshing the Hasbro Toyshop website every 3 seconds this year.
That's a relief. I won't have to worry about refreshing the Hasbro Toyshop website every 3 seconds this year.
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Comment by dedcat
Jun 26, 2013
I say to myself: Good lord... am I really going to shell out $250 for this frikin thing. Thats a lot of money.
And I reply: Yes, you idiot. You already per-ordered it months ago.
And I reply: Yes, you idiot. You already per-ordered it months ago.
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My take on "...Same as comic-con version" is that the comic-con exclusive will also include the 2 large blasters and it was not a reference to the color/deco. It's a vague enough comment that I'm still open to the idea of a repaint color scheme, which will most likely be Metro Titan as many have speculated.
Comment by dedcat
Jun 26, 2013
gothsaurus wrote:Did I hear that right? Sounded like he said Japanese version is same as ComicCon.
Nice that the box is same size as Fort Max.
My take on "...Same as comic-con version" is that the comic-con exclusive will also include the 2 large blasters and it was not a reference to the color/deco. It's a vague enough comment that I'm still open to the idea of a repaint color scheme, which will most likely be Metro Titan as many have speculated.
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Comment by dabattousai
Jun 26, 2013
I'll take a whack at obtaining the SDCC one, but if all else fails, I will import this version. The two guns make the city mode look more lively and if Reprolabels does an upgrade sticker set similar to the G1 version, this will look amazing.
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Comment by Powered Convoy
Jun 26, 2013
Yeah clearly the same as the SDCC version is referencing the two guns alone. The SDCC one has a chrome and thighs and comes with two guns. The other details are different (like the chrome on the thighs).
Randy
Randy
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Comment by MGrotusque
Jun 26, 2013
I'm not entirely convinced that the extra decos are worth the extra 150 (including shipping). Sure the chrome face is nice but that's a LOT of extra cash.
I'll wait for retail.
I'll wait for retail.
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Yeah, I agree. I'm on the fence. When I heard "EXTRA GUN!!! WOO!!!!", I was all,
The chrome face is looking BADASS, though.
I need to see some side-by-side shots to really decide for sure. And if the Takara version is really THAT amazing, it'll probably join a Hasbro version. For $100 or so, how could I NOT buy the Hasbro version? I mean, how often does a G1-ish Metroplex come around?
Comment by Metrosuplex
Jun 27, 2013
MGrotusque wrote:I'm not entirely convinced that the extra decos are worth the extra 150 (including shipping). Sure the chrome face is nice but that's a LOT of extra cash.
I'll wait for retail.
Yeah, I agree. I'm on the fence. When I heard "EXTRA GUN!!! WOO!!!!", I was all,
The chrome face is looking BADASS, though.
I need to see some side-by-side shots to really decide for sure. And if the Takara version is really THAT amazing, it'll probably join a Hasbro version. For $100 or so, how could I NOT buy the Hasbro version? I mean, how often does a G1-ish Metroplex come around?
