Top Ten Best TFA Toys of 2008
 

The title says it all. Who are your favorite Transformers Animated figures and why.

My list goes as follows:

1. Ultra Magnus - Bad ass in a box. Tons of weapons and a hammer big enough to make Thor blush.
2. Shockwave - Four, count 'em, four modes. Bad ass on a stick.
3. Megatron (Leader) - Megatron is a true threat this time with a huge gun and swords. Bad ass in the skies.
4. Starscream (Activators) - Push button bad ass. One of the most fun little figures I own and one of the best in the that size class.
5. Grimlock (Voyager) - Me Grimlock, Bad Ass!
6. Optimus Prime (Voyager) - Great size and posability and so bad ass he doesn't need a trailer.
7. Soundwave - Do I really need to explain? This bad ass goes to 11!
8. Blitzwing - Triple changer with MPD. Three times the bad ass and 100% crazy.
9. Oil Slick - Old school chopper bad ass.
10. Optimus Prime (Legends) - Pocket-sized bad ass. And adorable.

How about you?

I'm in! Here's the top ten, in no particular order of "in hand" TFA I have:

V.class Bulkhead= the first really animated character design, not to mention fun as heck!
D.class Prowl= Cool as ice, and maybe the best no kibble bike bot transformation ever!
V.class Grimlock= Need I say more?
D. class Lockdown=Sure, the mold has his shortcomings, but a deluxe as tall as a Voyager? Yesssss!
Act. BumbleBee= Possibly the funnest toy in the whole line!
D. class Oil Slick=So much personality in both modes, he just reeks bad a$$ery!
Act. Starscream=Bad little mammer-jammer, with a gimmick that actually enhances the figure!(Looking at you, Cybertron)
V. class Lugnut=Another well executed design! And purpley goodness too!
D. class Soundwave=Rockin' little bugger! Great homage and a rambunctious little figure!
D. class Jazz= He's Jazz dammit! And Jazz is enough! Scatman would be proud!!

Now figures I'm sure will knock some of these guys out of the top ten when i get 'em:

Leader Ultra Magnus= Saw him today, I'm still droolin'(Or is that the pumpkin pie?)
V. class Shockwave= Who isn't gonna have him in the top ten? I mean, c'mon.
D. class Blurr=I'm actually excited about this guy to the point I would consider buying one off Ebay!
All the TFA Legends= They are too cool! I will hoard them all! Plus they'll be in scale for my Omega Supreme scratchbuild!

Nice list, mang.

Another bonus with the TFA Legends is Optimus is in scale with Activators Starscream and Grimlock, while Legends Prowl and Bumblebee are in scale with Activators Op, Ratchet and Voyager Bulkhead.

Who says Hasbro doesn't care about scale? :)

10.Prowl
9.Jazz
8.Oil Slick
7.Grimlock
6.Voyager Optimus Prime
5.Blitzwing
4.Soundwave
3.Megatron
2.Ultra Magnus
1.Shockwave

Not in any particular order:

1-Deluxe Cybertronian Optimus Prime. The range of motion on this figure and the articulation are great. This is one of the figures that I thought would just be average but I was wrong. I was blown away and surprised by how great this figure turned out to be. With 3 axe configurations, a War Within like vehicle mode, a posture that screams Animated, and the ability to be posed dynamically, without a doubt this is the best figure of the wave 1 deluxes.

2-Voyager Bulkhead. Oh man, this figure, has so much personality. Aside from being able to stand on one hand....which is surprising for a heavyset figure, the automorph gimmick is impressive, the transformation process is pleasant(meaning not too simple nor complex, just right), the wrecking ball gimmick is great and articulation is great all around too. This figure is so awesome, that it is a better Bulkhead figure than the Leader version. I appreciate the differences between both, and how the Leader version is an armored upgrade, however the voyager one is so fun to play with and with less stuff, impressed me more.

3-Prowl. Most of my buying purchases are character driven so I rarely buy figures of characters that I don't like. This one however, grew on me. See at first, I thought Prowl was a dick, then in one episode, he was the only autobot to show compassion for the dinobots, and he has an interest and appreciation for life on earth. By the end of season 2 he isn't a bad character. So I bought the deluxe figure, and I heard great things about it prior to doing so. Well, Siebenaler is a genius, because this toy is incredible. It can transform in such a way that it looks like it is standing up while doing so. Articulation is great, same with range of motion, the leg articulation is better than Cybertronian deluxe Prime's. I love the hidden shuriken gimmick, as well as the swiveling tail light tonfas/blasters. This is one of those ninja figures that can actually move like a ninja. Even if you detest the character, this toy is one of the best in the line. Though I think the samurai one will be better, both have enough differences to make them unique and stand on their own. I'm buying that one too.

4-Jazz. Jazz has great range of motion and articulation, an awesome aesthetic, fitting for the character as well as a sweet alt mode. The nunchuks can be figured in ways as to make them look like Wolverine claws, elbow blades, and more. None of these are shown on package, but increase the playability, even if unintentionally.

5-Grimlock. Grimlock receives a figure that manages to look more "Classic" than the Classics version, which is impressive. With an alt mode highly reminiscent of the one shown in the cartoon and an excellent robot mode and sword gimmick, this is one of the best voyagers. I just wish the hips had more range of motion and that the arms had bicep swivels. The alt mode would benefit from having a piece that covers the gap on the chest too.

6-Shockwave. One of the most impressive Decepticons in the line, this figure has 4 official modes, and more unofficial modes. The change from tank to crane is minimal, but the change from Longarm Prime to Shockwave is downright impressive! The extending limbs gimmick is not advertised, but is on the toy, though part of the transformation, articulation is retained in each robot form, and the automorph that takes place on the hook when going to gun and back is impressive! The only thing missing? Ratchets for the hips. Definitely a must have, I don't mind the color scheme, it isn't a G1 scheme but I like this one, and for those who want a G1 scheme, Target has an exclusive Shockwave repainted in G1 colors w/Activator Bumblebee coming up.

7-Blitzwing. This crazy character is funny on the show, and his robot mode shines. I just with the cannons could fold over his shoulders. Articulation is great, as is range of motion, especially on the legs. The tank mode is neat, but jet mode suffers. Surprisingly, even the one seen on the show has a jet mode that suffers. Overall this is toy does a better job at being a triple changer than the deluxe Classics/Universe triple changers.

8-Lugnut. This loyal minion of Megatron just lacks a neck joint, otherwise, the articulation is great, the mace automorph gimmick is impressive, as well as the head reveal automorph. The jet mode is sleeker than Starscream, especially on the underside, and has movable cannons to defend itself. So much personality and manages to have a cleaner jet mode than Starscream, in fact, you can barely even tell it transforms in jet mode! Truly a robot in disguise.

9-Leader Megatron. With a G1 inspired robot mode and color scheme, full articulation, a huge arm cannon, two swords, and an evil smirk, this is one of the best Megatron figures ever made. The alt mode is awesome, it even has retractable landing gear. The only flaw is that the wings from alt mode are attached to the arms, and with that said, the arm assembly does not stay locked in place well. This is a minor nitpick, though, it is not as bad as it sounds. A must have, especially in the G1 color scheme. It is highly accurate to how it appears onscreen too, and if you saw the season finale for the first season, you will most likely love this toy.

10-Leader Ultra Magnus. Not since RID/Car Robots have we had an Ultra Magnus so armed to the teeth. The alt mode is impressive, the most military like alt mode ever made for Magnus. The hidden weapons are great, definitely an upgrade to either mode. The articulation is good too, no complaints on that, I just wish the arms were fitted a bit forward, as on the toy the shoulders are actually connected past the neck, which looks awkward. If you are an Ultra Magnus fan, you'll LOVE this figure.

1. Cybertron deluxe Prime - most underrated toy in the line. Fantastic poseability and fun factor.
2. Ultra Magnus - He can deal with it now.
3. Shockwave - Best multi-bot ever
4. Voyager Optimus Prime - The G1-esque transformation and mouthplate
5. Prowl - ninja bot is really cool and can pull off some super poses
6.. Soundwave - and Laserbeak is a guitar? - how cool is that?
7. Megatron (Leader) - Simple, but big and kickass
8. Blitzwing - Triple chaos to the Max
9. Jazz - He is very poseable as well
10. Legends Optimus Prime (I don't have any other legends yet)



^ You heard it here first, folks! haha

I only own Animated Voyager Starscream, So i will vote him all ten spots. I do love the show though and I hope it continues past the third season.

you forgot 'bad ass' lol

I thought you'd appreciate it. :D