Peaugh has posted a new Transformers video review, this time for Revenge of the Fallen Leader class Buster Optimus Prime. This toy is currently a Japan exclusive but that doesn't mean it may not get a release elsewhere in the future.
Overall it is an improved version with the same transformation but better, more detailed paint job and a sweet accessory. I am just glad I had not bought the current Leader Prime as will gamble I can get this version at retail in the future. Wish I could say this toy is why but really Hasbro has trained me to wait until at least two versions of every toy have been announced as most of the time the repaint is an improvement either in design and/or color scheme.
Thanks to Yoboy, here is a video update for Voyager Bludgeon that show that his Katanas can combine into a longer sword, something not shown in previous review.
Lot of new links to various Transformer galleries including new Alternity gallery with review, look at Legends Devastator in G1 colors, Masterpiece Nemesis Prime and more.
Alternity Bumblebee and Cliffjumper Gallery Huge 84 image gallery of the now finished version of the next figures in the Japan exclusive Transformers Alternity line. The alternate mode is the Suzuki Swift Sport and the two are essentially identical except for color and head mold. The Alternity line are small (about Deluxe sized) but detailed toys with complex transformations and use of die-cast in their construction. The average stateside import price is $50.
Alternity Bumblebee Video Review In addition to the above gallery, here is a video review of Alternity Bumblebee that shows off the gimmicks and the transformation of the toy. Due to cussing can't exactly call it safe for work nor is it as good as Peaugh's but gives you an idea of whether the toy is worth the extra cost.(via TFW2005)
Masterpiece Optimus Prime in Black Gallery of in package MP Prime in yet another re-issue (I think fifth version). This time the Japan exclusive is sporting the black and teal that tends to be associated with Nemesis Prime.
EZ Collection Devastator in G1 Green (mirror) Click the link to view an official gallery of images from Takara of the repaint of Legends Devastator that remains a Japan exclusive. He is sporting the G1 green that the Constructicons first had back in 1984. Thanks to Christopher and RY for the links.
Next Masterpiece Toy Hint In an interview with TF designer who created MP Prime, Buster Prime, and more Hirinori Kobayashi hints that the next figure in the MP line will come from the Season 3 line of toys. That season was dominated by characters from Transformers: The Movie.
XBox Revenge of the Fallen Avatars Now available on the XBox Live Marketplace is Transformers: ROTF clothing and helmets for your avatars. The helmets (Megatron, Bumblebee, Optimus Prime) cost 240 MS points and the shirts (7 types total) are 80 MS points.
Device Label Grimlock and Trypticon Now available in Japan are these two new Transformers from the Device Label line. Grimlock and Trypticon are identical (except for paint job) whose alt mode is a fully functional optical mouse. The average cost stateside $50 each.
Another Leader Starscream Gallery A new high-quality gallery of the upcoming toy that almost seem like official images. No clue when Leader class Starscream reaches stores, actually thought he would have by now for the Holiday season but maybe he is being held back for the 2010 wave of toys. Thanks to Kaly for the link.
Here in the states, Friday is when the Christmas sales season officially begins. The marketing people way back when started calling it "Black Friday" as it is often the day that stores go "into the black" to profitability for the year. It is usually a day with lots of shopping, good deals, waiting in lines and chaos.
Anyway, thanks to TFormers, if you are in the market for Transformers, they have a fantastic guide that breaks down all the various deals available nationwide. In general, most of the deals are nothing special; working out to be around 10-20% off retail but hopefully you will find what you are looking for at a worthwhile price.
Click here for TFormers Shopping Guide and click here for more info on BFAds.net which is the source I use for Black Friday information.
From Seibertron.com, below is a clip from the "25 Years of Transformers" extra feature that came with the home video release of Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen on DVD and Blu-ray. The clip was released by Paramount to help promote the release of the movie in the UK on November 30th. Thanks to Kaly for the link. Video below or click here to view.
For whatever reason, a bunch of new images have popped up of Leader class Buster Optimus Prime which is currently a Japan only exclusive from Takara. The main differences are a more movie accurate paint job and the additional accessory based on Prime's blaster (from the factory scene that sends Starscream through the wall). I will be really surprised if this toy doesn't get released in North America and Europe as an exclusive at some point next year.
Gallery 1 and Gallery 2 Click these links for multiple shots of the toy in its package which is in English oddly enough. I believe the bio remains unchanged from the regular leader class Prime toy. The gallery also includes shots of the figure loose and combined with Jetfire. Thanks to Kaly for the link.
Comparison Gallery This gallery is does a great job of uses images to compare Buster Prime (left) with the old (right). The images don't just do the usual far away shots but close-up of various parts to give you an idea of the many tweaks added all over the place to improve the toy. The new blaster accessory also gets shown off in detail.
Buster Prime 360 View Last but not least is a flash video that gives you a 360 degree view of the toy. If you click "Action" in the top right you can also get a look the chest and light gimmick ("02 Style") and the vehicle mode ("03 Style"). Thanks to Baruch for the link.
From TFormers.com is an eight page preview of the upcoming issue of Transformers: Tales of the Fallen #4. The issue gets into the background and history of The Fallen as it tells why he decided to turn on his brothers. Of note is The Fallen suggests the Allspark "spoke" to him to turn rogue. The new issue is in comic stores this Wednesday.
Click here for the preview. Four of pages, a few different, can be found here. Thanks to Chris for the link.
