Video Review for Transformers Legacy Evolution Metalhawk
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Comment by Sabrblade
Feb 3, 2023
This just all makes me think about what could have been if Fun Pub had instead used Universe Cyclonus to make Metalhawk back in 2012.
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Comment by Emerje
Feb 3, 2023
Can his wing tips also take blast effect parts?
I think we can thank his simplicity for getting us two guns and a sword instead of just one very hollow gun like on Cyclonus.
Emerje
I think we can thank his simplicity for getting us two guns and a sword instead of just one very hollow gun like on Cyclonus.
Emerje
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Looking good. Thank you so much
. I'll definitely have to retake my pictures of heroic leaders once I get him.
Comment by o.supreme
Feb 3, 2023
william-james88 wrote:
I could only locate seige Optimus now, so he'll have to do.
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Looking good. Thank you so much
. I'll definitely have to retake my pictures of heroic leaders once I get him.
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Indeed
Comment by william-james88
Feb 3, 2023
Emerje wrote:Can his wing tips also take blast effect parts?
Indeed
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Great, I wasn't all that thrilled with the tail wing guns being blocked in jet mode so it's good to know the ones on the wing tips are actually intended as guns.
Emerje
Comment by Emerje
Feb 3, 2023
william-james88 wrote:Emerje wrote:Can his wing tips also take blast effect parts?
Indeed
Great, I wasn't all that thrilled with the tail wing guns being blocked in jet mode so it's good to know the ones on the wing tips are actually intended as guns.
Emerje
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Comment by -Kanrabat-
Feb 4, 2023
I just transformed Metalhawk and he's just 50% Cyclonus. The transformation is much more simple, with less steps. Also this time around, the arms turn to the front of the jet instead of the back.
Metalhawk is still pretty massive and he got a LOT of paint. It's just too bad that he doesn't have a gold plated chestplate, but that would have been overkill.
As for Rewind, he's pretty awesome. But man, they really overdid it with his accessories.
Metalhawk is still pretty massive and he got a LOT of paint. It's just too bad that he doesn't have a gold plated chestplate, but that would have been overkill.
As for Rewind, he's pretty awesome. But man, they really overdid it with his accessories.
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Comment by Nemesis Reformatted
Feb 4, 2023
What is up with Hasbro & their jet modes lately? Jhiaxus, Skyquake & now Metal Hawk have absolutely godawful alt modes. I'm all about jet & spaceship Transformers but I won't touch any of these. I was really looking forward to this one because there haven't been many jet transformers recently but I almost puked when I saw that jet mode. What the hell happened to Hasbro? They're not even trying anymore. 
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3/4 of your posts are just about being negative and depressing over nonsensical things.
Please just go outside and touch grass. Dig through the snow if you have to.
Comment by -Kanrabat-
Feb 4, 2023
Nemesis Reformatted wrote:What is up with Hasbro & their jet modes lately? Jhiaxus, Skyquake & now Metal Hawk have absolutely godawful alt modes. I'm all about jet & spaceship Transformers but I won't touch any of these. I was really looking forward to this one because there haven't been many jet transformers recently but I almost puked when I saw that jet mode. What the hell happened to Hasbro? They're not even trying anymore.
3/4 of your posts are just about being negative and depressing over nonsensical things.
Please just go outside and touch grass. Dig through the snow if you have to.
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And almost all your posts, when responding to people who dislike certain designs/lines, are just about how wrong their opinions are (especially bad, when you're a member of staff). Sorry, not all of us are happy with the way Transformers are progressing.
This used to be a forum where we could discuss differing views civilly, but apparently it's become an "agree with us, or go away" site... sad.
Comment by transformers_va
Feb 4, 2023
100%!Nemesis Reformatted wrote:What the hell happened to Hasbro? They're not even trying anymore.
-Kanrabat- wrote:3/4 of your posts are just about being negative and depressing over nonsensical things.
Please just go outside and touch grass. Dig through the snow if you have to.
And almost all your posts, when responding to people who dislike certain designs/lines, are just about how wrong their opinions are (especially bad, when you're a member of staff). Sorry, not all of us are happy with the way Transformers are progressing.
This used to be a forum where we could discuss differing views civilly, but apparently it's become an "agree with us, or go away" site... sad.
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All you and that other one do is whine, whine, whine, whine, and feel "superior" about it.
You are free to be negative about everything.
And we are free to call you out for it.
Comment by -Kanrabat-
Feb 4, 2023
transformers_va wrote:This used to be a forum where we could discuss differing views civilly, but apparently it's become an "agree with us, or go away" site... sad.
All you and that other one do is whine, whine, whine, whine, and feel "superior" about it.
You are free to be negative about everything.
And we are free to call you out for it.
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Thanks for proving my point... hahahaha
Insults and personal attacks are indications of a weak mind.
Comment by transformers_va
Feb 4, 2023
-Kanrabat- wrote:All you and that other one do is whine, whine, whine, whine, and feel "superior" about it.
You are free to be negative about everything.
And we are free to call you out for it.
Thanks for proving my point... hahahaha
Insults and personal attacks are indications of a weak mind.
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Comment by Sabrblade
Feb 4, 2023
New leak updates on future Legacy waves from Jtprime17:
Updated wave breakdowns for legacy evo wave 3 and 4. What’s interesting is voyager Ramjet PR is listed in neither assortments but is still listed across multiple store systems. I’ll keep y’all posted if I get anymore info on his availability.
Wave 3: July
Core:
Skar x2
Swoop x2
Starscream PR x2
Grimlock x2
Deluxe:
Beachcomber x2
Devcon x2
Axelgreese x2
Tarantulas PR x2
Voyager:
Nemesis Leo x2
Dirge PR x1
Leader:
Armada Megatron x1
Blitzwing PR x1
Wave 4: October
Core:
Snarl x2
Optimus Prime PR x2
Sludge x2
Slug x2
Deluxe:
Shadowstriker x2
Strongarm x2
Bombshell x2
Detritus x2
Voyager:
Junkion x2
Bludgeon x1
Leader:
Prime Dreadwing x1
Laser Optimus Prime PR x1
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I really like Skyquake's alt mode, looks pretty solid
Jhiaxus is good too, I thought. Lots of undercarriage, if thats the part that you dislike
When I first saw Metalhawks jet mode I didn't like it either, looks kind of ugly and oversimplified. But then I saw how it looked in the cartoon on this forum and the design looks pretty faithful. How did you feel about the alt mode for Cyclonus though?
Comment by Razorbeast88
Feb 4, 2023
Nemesis Reformatted wrote:What is up with Hasbro & their jet modes lately? Jhiaxus, Skyquake & now Metal Hawk have absolutely godawful alt modes. I'm all about jet & spaceship Transformers but I won't touch any of these. I was really looking forward to this one because there haven't been many jet transformers recently but I almost puked when I saw that jet mode. What the hell happened to Hasbro? They're not even trying anymore.
I really like Skyquake's alt mode, looks pretty solid
Jhiaxus is good too, I thought. Lots of undercarriage, if thats the part that you dislike
When I first saw Metalhawks jet mode I didn't like it either, looks kind of ugly and oversimplified. But then I saw how it looked in the cartoon on this forum and the design looks pretty faithful. How did you feel about the alt mode for Cyclonus though?
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I'm quite impressed by the retool effort shown on metalhawk here, I also like Skyquake but everyone's tastes are subjective (I'm not a big fan of the attempt of animated Prowl for instance but I won't begrudge anyone who wants it).
Comment by ZeroWolf
Feb 4, 2023
Razorbeast88 wrote:Nemesis Reformatted wrote:What is up with Hasbro & their jet modes lately? Jhiaxus, Skyquake & now Metal Hawk have absolutely godawful alt modes. I'm all about jet & spaceship Transformers but I won't touch any of these. I was really looking forward to this one because there haven't been many jet transformers recently but I almost puked when I saw that jet mode. What the hell happened to Hasbro? They're not even trying anymore.
I really like Skyquake's alt mode, looks pretty solid
Jhiaxus is good too, I thought. Lots of undercarriage, if thats the part that you dislike
When I first saw Metalhawks jet mode I didn't like it either, looks kind of ugly and oversimplified. But then I saw how it looked in the cartoon on this forum and the design looks pretty faithful. How did you feel about the alt mode for Cyclonus though?
I'm quite impressed by the retool effort shown on metalhawk here, I also like Skyquake but everyone's tastes are subjective (I'm not a big fan of the attempt of animated Prowl for instance but I won't begrudge anyone who wants it).
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Comment by ZeldaTheSwordsman
Feb 4, 2023
Here's a way to think about Animated Prowl: He deliberately restyled his body to blend in, because Ninja.
So, Black Zarak is technically Legacy (if by way of Selects). And so...
Did not get around to taking a picture of him with Skullgrin yet.
So, Black Zarak is technically Legacy (if by way of Selects). And so...
Did not get around to taking a picture of him with Skullgrin yet.
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Comment by Till-all-R1
Feb 4, 2023
TBH, I do miss the aesthetics of the original G1 Bots when a Jet looked exactly like a jet with no robot body hanging underneath. That said, the transformation back then was very simplified so such a thing could be achieved.
With all the articulation built into them today I can understand how it might be impossible or jut way too costly to incorporate it into the jet body. Fortunately I display all my transformers in Bot mode so it doesn't bother me as much, and if I did display them in alt mode I suppose a person could display them in a way that the underneath isn't seen.
With all the articulation built into them today I can understand how it might be impossible or jut way too costly to incorporate it into the jet body. Fortunately I display all my transformers in Bot mode so it doesn't bother me as much, and if I did display them in alt mode I suppose a person could display them in a way that the underneath isn't seen.
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Silverbolt was one of the worst offenders of "robot body underneath"
Cyclonus was also guite guilty of it:
And so, in point of fact, was Metalhawk.
For what it's worth, the Seekers are still reasonably good at hiding the robot-ness.
Comment by ZeldaTheSwordsman
Feb 4, 2023
That was really mainly the Seekers and Jetfire, and later on the Decepticon Targetmasters. And, if you were feeling particularly generous, the Aerialbot limbs.Till-all-R1 wrote:TBH, I do miss the aesthetics of the original G1 Bots when a Jet looked exactly like a jet with no robot body hanging underneath. That said, the transformation back then was very simplified so such a thing could be achieved.
With all the articulation built into them today I can understand how it might be impossible or jut way too costly to incorporate it into the jet body. Fortunately I display all my transformers in Bot mode so it doesn't bother me as much, and if I did display them in alt mode I suppose a person could display them in a way that the underneath isn't seen.
Silverbolt was one of the worst offenders of "robot body underneath"
Cyclonus was also guite guilty of it:
And so, in point of fact, was Metalhawk.
For what it's worth, the Seekers are still reasonably good at hiding the robot-ness.
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Itlooks as if this will be a quiet year for me in terms of Transformers collecting. The only things on this list I'm interested in are Armada Megatron, Dreadwing, and maybe Bludgeon if it turns out good. Has much been leaked about Wal-Mart or Amazon exclusives for this year?
Comment by Munkky
Feb 4, 2023
Sabrblade wrote:New leak updates on future Legacy waves from Jtprime17:Updated wave breakdowns for legacy evo wave 3 and 4. What’s interesting is voyager Ramjet PR is listed in neither assortments but is still listed across multiple store systems. I’ll keep y’all posted if I get anymore info on his availability.
Wave 3: July
Core:
Skar x2
Swoop x2
Starscream PR x2
Grimlock x2
Deluxe:
Beachcomber x2
Devcon x2
Axelgreese x2
Tarantulas PR x2
Voyager:
Nemesis Leo x2
Dirge PR x1
Leader:
Armada Megatron x1
Blitzwing PR x1
Wave 4: October
Core:
Snarl x2
Optimus Prime PR x2
Sludge x2
Slug x2
Deluxe:
Shadowstriker x2
Strongarm x2
Bombshell x2
Detritus x2
Voyager:
Junkion x2
Bludgeon x1
Leader:
Prime Dreadwing x1
Laser Optimus Prime PR x1
Itlooks as if this will be a quiet year for me in terms of Transformers collecting. The only things on this list I'm interested in are Armada Megatron, Dreadwing, and maybe Bludgeon if it turns out good. Has much been leaked about Wal-Mart or Amazon exclusives for this year?
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Comment by blackeyedprime
Feb 4, 2023
Hasbros really going to try selling blitzwing again hahaha -though they have got quite good at polishing turds :/
Core I can ignore. Really doubting any version that hasbro does of armada megatron is going to be better than the original toy. Unfortunate choices for some of the package refreshes and seems to be a sudden drop off of prime characters and a lack of other universe transformers.
Deluxe:
Beachcomber maybe but cant see it beating the POTP version.
Shadowstriker maybe
Strongarm maybe
Detritus depends how good the mold is, if its siege easy pass
Devcon will have to see it but not much interest in him. Will be interesting to see what they do with him as a deluxe rules out scourge or metalhawk repaint
Voyager:
Nemesis Leo maybe
Dirge yep
Bludgeon will have to be something special, I'll likely go for super7s as I'm happy with my Baynus Bludgeons.
Leader:
Prime Dreadwing when on sale
Core I can ignore. Really doubting any version that hasbro does of armada megatron is going to be better than the original toy. Unfortunate choices for some of the package refreshes
and seems to be a sudden drop off of prime characters and a lack of other universe transformers.Deluxe:
Beachcomber maybe but cant see it beating the POTP version.
Shadowstriker maybe
Strongarm maybe
Detritus depends how good the mold is, if its siege easy pass
Devcon will have to see it but not much interest in him. Will be interesting to see what they do with him as a deluxe rules out scourge or metalhawk repaint
Voyager:
Nemesis Leo maybe
Dirge yep
Bludgeon will have to be something special, I'll likely go for super7s as I'm happy with my Baynus Bludgeons.
Leader:
Prime Dreadwing when on sale
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HOW DARE YOU'RE POSTING HAND-HOLDING PICTURES?
This is a family friendly site, you know.
Comment by -Kanrabat-
Feb 4, 2023
ZeldaTheSwordsman wrote:Here's a way to think about Animated Prowl: He deliberately restyled his body to blend in, because Ninja.
So, Black Zarak is technically Legacy (if by way of Selects). And so...
HOW DARE YOU'RE POSTING HAND-HOLDING PICTURES?
This is a family friendly site, you know.
