Masterpiece Grimlock!

GogDog · 03-28-2009, 04:06 PM

MegaPrime33 · 03-29-2009, 10:49 AM

As cool as he is, I'm not really sure he's worth the price.

Optimus Scourge · 03-29-2009, 11:33 AM

Awesome! I like that dark blue background, very cool!

Gotta admit the price is holding me off as well

Ktulu · 03-29-2009, 02:14 PM

Fabulous looking toy. Price kills me as well, naturally. I wish he'd turned out as big as Convoy and Megs in robot mode, but ah well. I'll still get one eventually.

Good pics~

Flint · 03-29-2009, 02:49 PM

He looks Fantastic. I love the Apron and tray of drinks. Takara really packs in some nice extras. I wonder if he is going to get a release here in the states?

GogDog · 03-29-2009, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Flint

He looks Fantastic. I love the Apron and tray of drinks. Takara really packs in some nice extras. I wonder if he is going to get a release here in the states?

He almost assuredly will, Hasbro has been hinting for some time in their Q&A sessions. But the question is, will the US release be nicer, as with MP Starscream, or neutered, as with Prime? I chose not to take the chance and pay over 3x what the US version would cost.

Flint · 03-29-2009, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by GogDog

He almost assuredly will, Hasbro has been hinting for some time in their Q&A sessions. But the question is, will the US release be nicer, as with MP Starscream, or neutered, as with Prime? I chose not to take the chance and pay over 3x what the US version would cost.

When Prime came out I waited and wound up getting the 1st US release off a message board for $35 so I can't complain about the shorter smokestacks. Then I bought the Takara Starscream even though I wasn't crazy about the colors. Luckily the US version rocked, so I got that too.

I'll wait and see with Grimlock, if he is released here, looks decent and is a decent price I'll be satisfied to own him. If not I'm sure sometime down the road I can get the import version as it seems Takara usually goes back into production on the mp's a few times.

Also does he come with the Brain transfer helmet? If so pic please

GogDog · 03-29-2009, 06:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Flint

When Prime came out I waited and wound up getting the 1st US release off a message board for $35 so I can't complain about the shorter smokestacks.

Not just shorter stacks, no chrome either, right?

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Originally Posted by Flint

Then I bought the Takara Starscream even though I wasn't crazy about the colors. Luckily the US version rocked, so I got that too.

I bought both, too.

But I thought the US version was cheaper and better, strangely.

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Originally Posted by Flint

Also does he come with the Brain transfer helmet? If so pic please

He does, I will ad those pics probably tonight.

Optimus Scourge · 03-29-2009, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by GogDog

Not just shorter stacks, no chrome either, right?

The first US release of MP Prime had chrome and battle damage, the DVD edition did not have chrome.

20th:

DVD

Optimus Scourge · 03-30-2009, 05:42 AM

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Originally Posted by GogDog

He almost assuredly will, Hasbro has been hinting for some time in their Q&A sessions.

I have a strong feeling he will, I don't see why they would scrap the accessories, too bad he doesn't have a crown.

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Originally Posted by Flint

I'll wait and see with Grimlock,...If not, I'm sure sometime down the road I can get the import version as it seems Takara usually goes back into production on the mp's a few times.

yeah, if the US one isn't up to par, he will get re released in Japan if you're patient. I can almost say you can count on it, I mean, they have even re released MP Magus already lol

And isn't Grimlock very popular in Japan?

I gotta admit that it is killing me not to have it, but at the same time, I really can't justify the expense with no bonuses anymore. That was an extra $500 a month, if I still had that, I'd likely be all over this.

QuinJester · 03-30-2009, 06:44 AM

If anything would convince me to spring for the Japanese release right now it would be this shot:

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Originally Posted by GogDog

I love quirky stuff. Aprons and bowties on a robot dinosaur? Sign me the hell up!

MegaPrime33 · 03-30-2009, 06:47 AM

Im guessing the US release will cost around 70-80. However I have no idea how different he will be than the Takara one. We'll wait and see I guess.

Optimus Scourge · 03-30-2009, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by QuinJester

If anything would convince me to spring for the Japanese release right now it would be this shot:

*IMG*

I love quirky stuff. Aprons and bowties on a robot dinosaur? Sign me the hell up!

I know, it is killing me

GogDog · 03-30-2009, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Optimus Scourge

I know, it is killing me

I currently have MP Grimmy posed exactly like that in my kitchen. No joke.

Optimus Scourge · 03-30-2009, 10:48 PM

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Originally Posted by GogDog

I currently have MP Grimmy posed exactly like that in my kitchen. No joke.

That's awesome!

EDIT: I wonder if that doll house furniture would fit in, think of the fun pics!

Da_Last_2_Walk · 04-14-2009, 12:19 PM

Sweet!

I love the apron & drinks, just like in the cartoon!

tomagnus · 11-11-2009, 08:22 AM

My favorite MP! Grimlock is king!

03-28-2009, 04:06 PM	#1
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Flint Turd Ferguson Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The Pit, Staten Island, NY Posts: 800	He looks Fantastic. I love the Apron and tray of drinks. Takara really packs in some nice extras. I wonder if he is going to get a release here in the states? __________________ Help a brotha out.. buy my stuff

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GogDog I <3 Robots Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Central Florida Posts: 333	Quote: Originally Posted by Flint He looks Fantastic. I love the Apron and tray of drinks. Takara really packs in some nice extras. I wonder if he is going to get a release here in the states? He almost assuredly will, Hasbro has been hinting for some time in their Q&A sessions. But the question is, will the US release be nicer, as with MP Starscream, or neutered, as with Prime? I chose not to take the chance and pay over 3x what the US version would cost. __________________

03-29-2009, 04:21 PM	#7
Flint Turd Ferguson Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The Pit, Staten Island, NY Posts: 800	Quote: Originally Posted by GogDog He almost assuredly will, Hasbro has been hinting for some time in their Q&A sessions. But the question is, will the US release be nicer, as with MP Starscream, or neutered, as with Prime? I chose not to take the chance and pay over 3x what the US version would cost. When Prime came out I waited and wound up getting the 1st US release off a message board for $35 so I can't complain about the shorter smokestacks. Then I bought the Takara Starscream even though I wasn't crazy about the colors. Luckily the US version rocked, so I got that too. I'll wait and see with Grimlock, if he is released here, looks decent and is a decent price I'll be satisfied to own him. If not I'm sure sometime down the road I can get the import version as it seems Takara usually goes back into production on the mp's a few times. Also does he come with the Brain transfer helmet? If so pic please __________________ Help a brotha out.. buy my stuff

03-29-2009, 06:37 PM	#8
GogDog I <3 Robots Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Central Florida Posts: 333	Quote: Originally Posted by Flint When Prime came out I waited and wound up getting the 1st US release off a message board for $35 so I can't complain about the shorter smokestacks. Not just shorter stacks, no chrome either, right? Quote: Originally Posted by Flint Then I bought the Takara Starscream even though I wasn't crazy about the colors. Luckily the US version rocked, so I got that too. I bought both, too. But I thought the US version was cheaper and better, strangely. Quote: Originally Posted by Flint Also does he come with the Brain transfer helmet? If so pic please He does, I will ad those pics probably tonight. __________________