Takara Transformers Unite Warriors UW-02 Stunticons vs UW-01 Aerialbots Comparison Image

MemphisR56 wrote:I actually really like the UW Menasor deccos mostly, but Breakdown just looks so plain. I can't put my finger on why.

I feel they all look plain aside from Menasor. Although I do preffer the chest areas for Dead End and Wildrider.

william-james88 wrote:

MemphisR56 wrote:I actually really like the UW Menasor deccos mostly, but Breakdown just looks so plain. I can't put my finger on why.

I feel they all look plain aside from Menasor. Although I do preffer the chest areas for Dead End and Wildrider.

That's because they are plain they've literally been stripped of any and all paint apps that could have made them visually interesting; not sure why it's commanding such a premium price - as compared to hasbro's that have far more paint apps

carytheone wrote:

william-james88 wrote:

MemphisR56 wrote:I actually really like the UW Menasor deccos mostly, but Breakdown just looks so plain. I can't put my finger on why.

I feel they all look plain aside from Menasor. Although I do preffer the chest areas for Dead End and Wildrider.

Dragstrip looks like he is borrowing the emperor's new clothes.

Hellscream9999 wrote:That's because they are plain they've literally been stripped of any and all paint apps that could have made them visually interesting; not sure why it's commanding such a premium price - as compared to hasbro's that have far more paint apps

I wont argue with the paint apps, but they are not selling at a premium compared to Hasbro's, you can buy it right now for 89.98 $ US, which is the same if not cheaper than what Menasor would cost at TRU (actually, it's cheaper, especially if you are stuck having to buy brake-neck now). You have to pay a higher shipping fee (about 30$) but that isnt the toy's price, it's your cost, and that doesnt count as a premium.

Also, while the paint apps might suck, they are made to be more in line with the G1 cartoon model. It actually worked wonders with the aerialbots. At first, I thought I was jipped from paint apps but then I realized the subtle touched of the Takara version and realized it's subtle superiority. For instance, check how the Takara version extends the pain for the wings to make the wing seem longer compared to the Hasbro version. For me, that made a huge difference and it made the purchase worthwhile. I dont know if there will be similar subtle but meaningful paint applications with these guys.

Hasbro:


Takara


Animation Model

Yotsuyasan wrote:Sucks for him that Takara extended his pain. I feel sorry for him. And what a horrible person you are, taking such joy in finding his pain worthwhile!

(Don't you love when typos make other words?)

You know what they say: no pain, no gaint.

Va'al wrote:

Wolfman Jake wrote:

Yotsuyasan wrote:Sucks for him that Takara extended his pain. I feel sorry for him. And what a horrible person you are, taking such joy in finding his pain worthwhile!

(Don't you love when typos make other words?)

You know what they say: no pain, no gaint.

Lol I love that picture.

Va'al wrote:

Optimus is definitely too into getting bench pressed by his own sister.

munkimus prime wrote:Motormaster in my opinion is the only one of the Stunticons that looks any better than the Hasbro version.

That basically summarizes the set to a 'T'

Hellscream9999 wrote:

munkimus prime wrote:Motormaster in my opinion is the only one of the Stunticons that looks any better than the Hasbro version.

That basically summarizes the set to a 'T'

Unfortunately yes. By going very G1 this set is actually a turn-off

william-james88 wrote:

carytheone wrote:

william-james88 wrote:

MemphisR56 wrote:I actually really like the UW Menasor deccos mostly, but Breakdown just looks so plain. I can't put my finger on why.

I feel they all look plain aside from Menasor. Although I do preffer the chest areas for Dead End and Wildrider.

Dragstrip looks like he is borrowing the emperor's new clothes.

Hellscream9999 wrote:That's because they are plain they've literally been stripped of any and all paint apps that could have made them visually interesting; not sure why it's commanding such a premium price - as compared to hasbro's that have far more paint apps

I wont argue with the paint apps, but they are not selling at a premium compared to Hasbro's, you can buy it right now for 89.98 $ US, which is the same if not cheaper than what Menasor would cost at TRU (actually, it's cheaper, especially if you are stuck having to buy brake-neck now). You have to pay a higher shipping fee (about 30$) but that isnt the toy's price, it's your cost, and that doesnt count as a premium.

Also, while the paint apps might suck, they are made to be more in line with the G1 cartoon model. It actually worked wonders with the aerialbots. At first, I thought I was jipped from paint apps but then I realized the subtle touched of the Takara version and realized it's subtle superiority. For instance, check how the Takara version extends the pain for the wings to make the wing seem longer compared to the Hasbro version. For me, that made a huge difference and it made the purchase worthwhile. I dont know if there will be similar subtle but meaningful paint applications with these guys.

Hasbro:


Takara


Animation Model

Mebbe to each his own taste? And yes, the price is indeed at par with the HB domestic release . Which is kind of weird that (again based on each of our quirks), people will balk at buying a TT version due to pricing issues but will spend oodles to get a pain in the @ss htf HB Wildrider and Slingshot and all other accessories to bling up the domestic version.

Again, that might be personal preference but still.........

fenrir72 wrote:Mebbe to each his own taste? And yes, the price is indeed at par with the HB domestic release . Which is kind of weird that (again based on each of our quirks), people will balk at buying a TT version due to pricing issues but will spend oodles to get a pain in the @ss htf HB Wildrider and Slingshot and all other accessories to bling up the domestic version.

Again, that might be personal preference but still.........

I think amiami is an excetion - not a rule, every importer (bbts, etc) charges much more than amiami, so are there other places that charge lower prices? Plus buying through hts with coupons and free shipping, or other retailers will net you a much lower cost, you just have to have patience; I haven't paid full price for a combiner yet, nor do I ever intend to.

Plus by accessories, do you mean 3p upgrades like hands/feet? If so, that's kinda unfair, 'cuz they're selling them/people are buying them for the TT releases...