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scarecrow · 02-01-2009, 03:12 AM

In my own opinion, Transformers are the one toy that I find it very stupid to keep mint in package. I can understand keeping other toys in package, but I find nothing cool about just displaying the toy in vehicle mode.

I buy Transformers to actually play with. I like fiddling with things and when I'm bored... Well yeah, let's just say having a Transformer handy to transform over and over works out better than other options when you're still living with your parents.

TFW2005 · 02-01-2009, 12:50 PM

Originally posted by: Smokescreen38 @ TFW2005.com

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Yeah... I know, the picture quality isn't great but I took these in a hurry. I just had the old...

Original Source: Cyclonus!! Pictures comparing G1 Targetmaster to Universe 2.0 Cyclonus @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

TFW2005 · 02-01-2009, 12:50 PM

Originally posted by: NGW @ TFW2005.com

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So, got my MP Megs back out after some time in the box, and I've noticed he is certainly getting...

Original Source: Masterpiece Megs Cosmic Rust @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

TFW2005 · 02-01-2009, 12:50 PM

Originally posted by: TheDemonDzko @ TFW2005.com

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Honestly, I think that hasbro instead of doing the universe line should go back to focus on the...

Original Source: Universe 2.0/Classics @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

TFW2005 · 02-02-2009, 12:50 AM

Originally posted by: Tyjos @ TFW2005.com

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Well....I've recently just gotten a ton of Transformers, accomplished my collecting goals for many...

Original Source: A Question to fellow Collectors... @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

TFW2005 · 02-02-2009, 12:50 AM

Originally posted by: dilectus @ TFW2005.com

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If you could convince Hasbro to remake one obscure character in the Universe line, who would it be? Note: by obscure I mean a character who had a very small role (if any role at all) in its particular series/cartoon.

As for me, I'd probably say Beast Wars Torca. I never cared at all for the toy of this character, but when I saw him in the Beast Wars comic I suddenly realized how potentially awesome he could have been. First of all, he's a whale/elephant, so he needs to be at LEAST an ultra class, not a frickin' deluxe. I think the concept of his beast mode is a great idea for a fuzor. Seeing how massive he was in the comic made me really want an update of that toy, more articulate, more detailed, more enormous.

Original Source: If you could have one obscure character in Universe... @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

Cavbeast · 02-02-2009, 07:45 AM

Bludgeon....by the time he came out, the cartoon in the US was done and his legend is based on the Simon Furman stuff in the UK.

cheetorBWORG · 02-02-2009, 09:34 AM

MG Sword Impulse Gundam - EDIT: First Prototype pic!

I hope they round out the kits and release the Blast Impulse.

trebleshot · 02-02-2009, 10:08 AM

Bludgeon would be nice, but I'd like an Alligatorcon or at the very least an updated Sharkticon.

Gnaw needs some more loving than just a RH release.

TFW2005 · 02-02-2009, 12:50 PM

Originally posted by: Prescient @ TFW2005.com

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Hey guys, I know there are a few posts and guides floating about as to fake Encore Metroplex’s and...

Original Source: Help Identifying a Fake Metroplex Please – Worryingly Good if Fake @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

TFW2005 · 02-02-2009, 12:50 PM

Originally posted by: butters149 @ TFW2005.com

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Hi, I just bought the walmart starscream and in robot mode it seems his knees are kinda weak,...

Original Source: Masterpiece starscream loose knees @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

TFW2005 · 02-02-2009, 12:50 PM

Originally posted by: wheeljaxx @ TFW2005.com

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for the current KO of cog, there are no stickers, and reprolabels only include them on the large...

Original Source: G1 COG pic request for repro stickers @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

TFW2005 · 02-03-2009, 01:00 AM

Originally posted by: kwickstrike @ TFW2005.com

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like the title says, what is the worst classic line figure. 2.0 included

optimus and megs 2 pack not counted

one decpticon and one auto bot

Original Source: What is the worst classic figure so far? and why? @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

trebleshot · 02-03-2009, 11:23 AM

Ironhide and Galvatron. Ironhide for his head and backpack issues (blue face is fixed with a Sharpie) and Galvatron for his needlessly complex and floppy transformation.

Dark Ramjet · 02-03-2009, 11:54 AM

I'd have to go with Galvatron too floppy and comes apart too easy.

Optimus Scourge · 02-03-2009, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by trebleshot

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Ironhide for his head and backpack issues (blue face is fixed with a Sharpie)

It is amazing how hard it is to find someone who can understand normal thinking.

But, yeah, Galvatron by far he sucks. I honestly have no idea where he is as I display my Energon Galvatron minus wings with my Classics. he is tossed in a bin somewhere.

Shin Densetsu · 02-04-2009, 12:13 AM

Galvatron-Too complicated for his own good, Hasbro really should have gone with Siebenaler's original Ultra class, triple changer design. I think the extremely thin waist, and flimsy joints would not have even set foot on the larger, original design. Looks like the marketing team just said "hey we got BRAWL figures on the shelves, can your idea, size it down, and throw it out there! Who cares if its incomplete!". Yes folks, it is incomplete, as the tank legs are left overs from the original design. This compromise worked out for the worst, and its a shame to see Siebenaler's design, not done justice. I hope the original idea is made eventually.

Powerglide-Jet mode is disappointing, as the A-10 looks good until you factor in the side intakes on the sides of the nose/fuselage. It ruins the silhouette. The robot mode looks like a football player, but with tiny limbs. The torso throws me off, its not pleasant to look at due to the unbalanced proportions. The colors actually don't bother me. Its neat that we got a new ultra mold out of this, but disappointing with how it turned out.

Cheetor-So many compromises just for the sake of the gimmick. Proportions thrown off due to the placement of the shoulders, compromised for the gimmick. Cat mode is weird near the waist section, does not look realistic at all. Shuriken gimmick is neat, but otherwise this is a disappointing figure. The original toy's robot mode is far superior. It might not be show accurate, but it looks much better.

TFW2005 · 02-04-2009, 01:12 AM

Originally posted by: ckhtiger @ TFW2005.com

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so I was helping a buddy clean out his mom's basement, and he was giving me all of his toys to sell...

Original Source: just curious--black ironhide @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

TFW2005 · 02-04-2009, 01:12 AM

Originally posted by: G1_Leet @ TFW2005.com

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I just ordered mine. Only 500 pieces worldwide!!! That's insane if it is true. I cannot imagine why...

Original Source: Anyone getting the limited Dark Retribution Dinorobot set? @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

TFW2005 · 02-04-2009, 01:12 AM

Originally posted by: megatronkicksas @ TFW2005.com

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Who do you think? I think Megatron, obviously.

Original Source: Which Beast wars character needs a new mold? @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

sparkhunter · 02-04-2009, 08:27 AM

personally I loved the beast wars and would love to see them do

Rattrap
Rhinox
waspinator
lazerbeck

all in the new classics series like cheetor and dinobot

trebleshot · 02-04-2009, 08:29 AM

Rhinox. Needs to be a voyager, or at least more show accurate.

Shin Densetsu · 02-04-2009, 10:17 AM

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Rhinox. Needs to be a voyager, or at least more show accurate.

I think Bill Rawley mentioned a desire to make Rhinox at that size too, for Universe. I hope Hasbro does for next year, if Universe returns.

I think Tigatron, and Primal should receive new molds. Tigatron should have a new mold, better than the Universe Cheetor mold, no compromising gimmicks, then repainted afterwards into Cheetor. The original gorilla Primal is a great figure, one of the best Beast Wars figures, though I'd like a new one with an updated sculpt. More detail, more refined, and including the triple changer gimmick that the original was supposed to have. BWTF.com had mentioned years back, that Primal was supposed to also turn into a bat. We can see a reminder of this gimmick with his mutant bat mask. As a kid, I always wondered why that was there. Years later I found out, and was amazed.

TFW2005 · 02-04-2009, 01:21 PM

Originally posted by: Vampyr @ TFW2005.com

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i search and dont find a thread about it, so i create one i want to know who you think is the...

Original Source: Best Beast Bot? @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

TFW2005 · 02-05-2009, 01:21 AM

Originally posted by: LifePincher @ TFW2005.com

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I'm a G1 slut and I've been an ass recently on the boards backtalking Animated. I want to "TRY" and like Animated toys, I really do.

If a few people here could give me an example on which are the best, I'll pick 1-2 up and tell you what I think.

Just list multiple one's that I may currently find at a WalMart and what the cost would be on each.

Thanks

Original Source: What are the best Animated charactors? (I'm gonna' try) UGH! @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

02-02-2009, 12:50 AM	#731
TFW2005 Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 18,222	Originally posted by: dilectus @ TFW2005.com Quote: If you could convince Hasbro to remake one obscure character in the Universe line, who would it be? Note: by obscure I mean a character who had a very small role (if any role at all) in its particular series/cartoon. As for me, I'd probably say Beast Wars Torca. I never cared at all for the toy of this character, but when I saw him in the Beast Wars comic I suddenly realized how potentially awesome he could have been. First of all, he's a whale/elephant, so he needs to be at LEAST an ultra class, not a frickin' deluxe. I think the concept of his beast mode is a great idea for a fuzor. Seeing how massive he was in the comic made me really want an update of that toy, more articulate, more detailed, more enormous. Original Source: If you could have one obscure character in Universe... @ Transformers - TFW2005.com. Last edited by trebleshot; 02-02-2009 at 10:07 AM..

02-02-2009, 10:08 AM	#734
trebleshot Dark Lord of the 'Ark Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 8,224	Bludgeon would be nice, but I'd like an Alligatorcon or at the very least an updated Sharkticon. Gnaw needs some more loving than just a RH release. __________________

02-03-2009, 01:00 AM	#738
TFW2005 Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 18,222	Originally posted by: kwickstrike @ TFW2005.com Quote: like the title says, what is the worst classic line figure. 2.0 included optimus and megs 2 pack not counted one decpticon and one auto bot Original Source: What is the worst classic figure so far? and why? @ Transformers - TFW2005.com. Last edited by trebleshot; 02-03-2009 at 11:22 AM..

02-03-2009, 11:23 AM	#739
trebleshot Dark Lord of the 'Ark Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 8,224	Ironhide and Galvatron. Ironhide for his head and backpack issues (blue face is fixed with a Sharpie) and Galvatron for his needlessly complex and floppy transformation. __________________

02-03-2009, 09:49 PM	#741
Optimus Scourge Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Taxachusetts Posts: 1,587	Quote: Originally Posted by trebleshot (Snipped) Ironhide for his head and backpack issues (blue face is fixed with a Sharpie) It is amazing how hard it is to find someone who can understand normal thinking. But, yeah, Galvatron by far he sucks. I honestly have no idea where he is as I display my Energon Galvatron minus wings with my Classics. he is tossed in a bin somewhere. __________________