Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more!
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Seibertron.com member "Autobot032" has noticed that ACToys has a thread running with images from this years Cybertron Con, a Transformers convention. The images how us fun memories of the past, toys of the present and Toys of the future such as the highly anticipated Master Piece Rodimus Prime!
We have mirrored the Masterpiece Rodimus pictures:
It is rumoured that this figure is in fact the Hot Rod robot and has the ability to combine with parts from it's trailer to form Rodimus Prime, this is however just a rumour and cannot be confirmed at this point.
There is however one more very interesting reveal, a golden Fortress Maximus.
It is currently unknown if this is a very good fan custom, unused Lucky Draw idea or a brand new Lucky Draw figure, should this really be a new Lucky Draw it could mean that there is a reissue coming our way.
For the rest of the images just click here!
You could also check out the news about the pre-order for this figure by clicking here.
Stay tuned to seibertron.com for all your Transformers related news!
We have mirrored the Masterpiece Rodimus pictures:
It is rumoured that this figure is in fact the Hot Rod robot and has the ability to combine with parts from it's trailer to form Rodimus Prime, this is however just a rumour and cannot be confirmed at this point.
There is however one more very interesting reveal, a golden Fortress Maximus.
It is currently unknown if this is a very good fan custom, unused Lucky Draw idea or a brand new Lucky Draw figure, should this really be a new Lucky Draw it could mean that there is a reissue coming our way.
For the rest of the images just click here!
You could also check out the news about the pre-order for this figure by clicking here.
Stay tuned to seibertron.com for all your Transformers related news!
Credit(s): Autobot032, ACToys
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Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105150)
Posted by Jacob P. Galvatron on July 29th, 2010 @ 2:07am CDT
Posted by Jacob P. Galvatron on July 29th, 2010 @ 2:07am CDT
Fancy.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105153)
Posted by City Commander on July 29th, 2010 @ 2:25am CDT
Posted by City Commander on July 29th, 2010 @ 2:25am CDT
So it seems as though the figure itself is the front cab and wheel assembly that runs the length of the vehicle mode, and the storage container acts as the transforming base.
That's pretty nice, though I do wish the cab front looked a little less...awkward.
I don't see this being a double figure in any possible way or form. I don't imagine this'll be both Hot Rod and Rodimus.
That's pretty nice, though I do wish the cab front looked a little less...awkward.
I don't see this being a double figure in any possible way or form. I don't imagine this'll be both Hot Rod and Rodimus.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105155)
Posted by Dead Metal on July 29th, 2010 @ 2:37am CDT
It might be, look at the legs, you can see the inner side of the left leg and it kinda looks like there is a smaller thinner leg inside. Plus Mach dropped the information that it would be a double figure, and so far 90% of what he said has already been confirmed as true or has also been rumoured by other reliable places.
Posted by Dead Metal on July 29th, 2010 @ 2:37am CDT
City Commander wrote:So it seems as though the figure itself is the front cab and wheel assembly that runs the length of the vehicle mode, and the storage container acts as the transforming base.
That's pretty nice, though I do wish the cab front looked a little less...awkward.
I don't see this being a double figure in any possible way or form. I don't imagine this'll be both Hot Rod and Rodimus.
It might be, look at the legs, you can see the inner side of the left leg and it kinda looks like there is a smaller thinner leg inside. Plus Mach dropped the information that it would be a double figure, and so far 90% of what he said has already been confirmed as true or has also been rumoured by other reliable places.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105159)
Posted by Mach on July 29th, 2010 @ 2:50am CDT
What u need is the matrix of leadership.... Only the chosen one can open it and light our darkest hour....
The hint is all over at G1 transformers the movie
Posted by Mach on July 29th, 2010 @ 2:50am CDT
City Commander wrote:So it seems as though the figure itself is the front cab and wheel assembly that runs the length of the vehicle mode, and the storage container acts as the transforming base.
That's pretty nice, though I do wish the cab front looked a little less...awkward.
I don't see this being a double figure in any possible way or form. I don't imagine this'll be both Hot Rod and Rodimus.
What u need is the matrix of leadership.... Only the chosen one can open it and light our darkest hour....
The hint is all over at G1 transformers the movie
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105160)
Posted by Pretender Skywarp on July 29th, 2010 @ 2:53am CDT
Posted by Pretender Skywarp on July 29th, 2010 @ 2:53am CDT
Given that MP Roddy is confirmed, I'm more interested in that Gold Fort Max...
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105161)
Posted by City Commander on July 29th, 2010 @ 2:53am CDT
I dunno, I saw that but pretty much figured his legs were formed similar to MP Grimlock's in that alt parts folded inside a faux leg casing. Don't get me wrong, I'd be joyous if he is a double figure (also sad since I'll need to buy two) as well as impressed, but I don't see it yet.
Admittedly, these are really dodgy pictures at the moment. Will have to wait til decent bot mode images come out. And preferably alt mode images where his alt mode ass doesn't look HUGE and out of place.
Posted by City Commander on July 29th, 2010 @ 2:53am CDT
Dead Metal wrote:City Commander wrote:So it seems as though the figure itself is the front cab and wheel assembly that runs the length of the vehicle mode, and the storage container acts as the transforming base.
That's pretty nice, though I do wish the cab front looked a little less...awkward.
I don't see this being a double figure in any possible way or form. I don't imagine this'll be both Hot Rod and Rodimus.
It might be, look at the legs, you can see the inner side of the left leg and it kinda looks like there is a smaller thinner leg inside. Plus Mach dropped the information that it would be a double figure, and so far 90% of what he said has already been confirmed as true or has also been rumoured by other reliable places.
I dunno, I saw that but pretty much figured his legs were formed similar to MP Grimlock's in that alt parts folded inside a faux leg casing. Don't get me wrong, I'd be joyous if he is a double figure (also sad since I'll need to buy two) as well as impressed, but I don't see it yet.
Admittedly, these are really dodgy pictures at the moment. Will have to wait til decent bot mode images come out. And preferably alt mode images where his alt mode ass doesn't look HUGE and out of place.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105166)
Posted by Autobot032 on July 29th, 2010 @ 2:59am CDT
Posted by Autobot032 on July 29th, 2010 @ 2:59am CDT
It would make sense that he could be both Hot Rod and Rodimus Prime. The price actually fits too.
It's inevitable that he'll come to the US at some point, question is, what will he go for then?
It's inevitable that he'll come to the US at some point, question is, what will he go for then?
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105167)
Posted by Hans on July 29th, 2010 @ 3:04am CDT
Posted by Hans on July 29th, 2010 @ 3:04am CDT
Looking at the base, I'd say there's no way it can do any other transforming than "folding up" into the trailer mode, just as with the original. There are no other seams to be seen there. The undercarriage part of the trailer might be able to do more, though.
I'm awaiting further pics of the prototype, which seems to be present there.
I'm awaiting further pics of the prototype, which seems to be present there.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105171)
Posted by Dead Metal on July 29th, 2010 @ 3:23am CDT
That's the Lucky Draw Fort Max release back during RID I think.
Edit:
Actually no it isn't, Lucky Draw Max was the RID version just with all accessories! Updating article.
Posted by Dead Metal on July 29th, 2010 @ 3:23am CDT
Pretender Skywarp wrote:Given that MP Roddy is confirmed, I'm more interested in that Gold Fort Max...
That's the Lucky Draw Fort Max release back during RID I think.
Edit:
Actually no it isn't, Lucky Draw Max was the RID version just with all accessories! Updating article.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105174)
Posted by Mykltron on July 29th, 2010 @ 3:41am CDT
Posted by Mykltron on July 29th, 2010 @ 3:41am CDT
Looks to me like shoulder articulation may be disappointing. I hope I'm wrong 
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105180)
Posted by Starscream6 on July 29th, 2010 @ 3:48am CDT
Posted by Starscream6 on July 29th, 2010 @ 3:48am CDT
im in loooooove!
gimme that hot rod!
gimme that hot rod!
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105190)
Posted by Oilspill on July 29th, 2010 @ 4:04am CDT
Posted by Oilspill on July 29th, 2010 @ 4:04am CDT
Looks cool. Gonna be so much Hot Rod/Rodimus love this year!
Please, please, please reissue Fort Max. Oh yes!
Oh, and it does look to me like the figure will separate into Hot Rod (without the trailer). I'd guess that's why the pipes on the trailer just peg into the pipes on the car part. Granted it could just be for integration of robot mode/winnebago mode, but I don't expect so. Plus didn't we hear at Botcon or somewhere that the figure would be able to be both Hot Rod & Rodimus Prime?
Whether the car section looks any good as Hot Rod is another question though.
Please, please, please reissue Fort Max. Oh yes!
Oh, and it does look to me like the figure will separate into Hot Rod (without the trailer). I'd guess that's why the pipes on the trailer just peg into the pipes on the car part. Granted it could just be for integration of robot mode/winnebago mode, but I don't expect so. Plus didn't we hear at Botcon or somewhere that the figure would be able to be both Hot Rod & Rodimus Prime?
Whether the car section looks any good as Hot Rod is another question though.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105195)
Posted by HydraLancer on July 29th, 2010 @ 4:12am CDT
Posted by HydraLancer on July 29th, 2010 @ 4:12am CDT
The alt mode looks a bit disappointing but still very model. Though there really is only one thing about it that bugs me.
It's as if the spoiler isn't brought forward enough on top of the cab, as if they didn't clip it farther when it seems to look like it can based on the little grove on the top.
I hope its just a mis-transformation, because it just looks weird, the spoiler is way too hidden, and too much of the plain roof is showing.
It's as if the spoiler isn't brought forward enough on top of the cab, as if they didn't clip it farther when it seems to look like it can based on the little grove on the top.
I hope its just a mis-transformation, because it just looks weird, the spoiler is way too hidden, and too much of the plain roof is showing.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105196)
Posted by Trikeboy on July 29th, 2010 @ 4:15am CDT
Posted by Trikeboy on July 29th, 2010 @ 4:15am CDT
If you look at the robot mode, you can clearly see a wheel inside his leg. That could indicate that this will have a seperate vehicle mode. I like the look of this masterpiece and I am glad that it has a proper trailer and not a cardboard on like Convoy.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105204)
Posted by Flux Convoy on July 29th, 2010 @ 4:37am CDT
Posted by Flux Convoy on July 29th, 2010 @ 4:37am CDT
I'm liking that. Hopefully it really is able to be both characters and vehicles. Real curious what the Lucky Draw looking Max is all about too. I'd be down for a Fort Max reissue. I've got Brave already but he could use a brother. Especially if he were to have all his bits.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105212)
Posted by It Is Him on July 29th, 2010 @ 5:01am CDT
Posted by It Is Him on July 29th, 2010 @ 5:01am CDT
Could this be the Cybertron Base from Robot Masters?
http://tfwiki.net/wiki/Fortress_Maximus_(RID)
http://tfwiki.net/wiki/Fortress_Maximus_(RID)
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105217)
Posted by Dai_Ceefax on July 29th, 2010 @ 5:37am CDT
Posted by Dai_Ceefax on July 29th, 2010 @ 5:37am CDT
Can't quite tell from the pictures but hopefully it'll avoid the more 'Gundam-esque' asthetic that Fansproject go for (other than Crossfire, which is impressively Classics-like!)...
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105223)
Posted by Dead Metal on July 29th, 2010 @ 6:12am CDT
No the Robot Masters Cybertron Base was the exact same toy as Brave Maximus, the only difference being that the weapons and accessories that where missing from the RID release where included.
Posted by Dead Metal on July 29th, 2010 @ 6:12am CDT
It Is Him wrote:Could this be the Cybertron Base from Robot Masters?
http://tfwiki.net/wiki/Fortress_Maximus_(RID)
No the Robot Masters Cybertron Base was the exact same toy as Brave Maximus, the only difference being that the weapons and accessories that where missing from the RID release where included.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105229)
Posted by Deathsanras on July 29th, 2010 @ 6:18am CDT
Posted by Deathsanras on July 29th, 2010 @ 6:18am CDT
There is no way that trailer "combines". This is Rodimus Prime. Normal, regular Rodimus Prime. As expected.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105230)
Posted by DTR69 on July 29th, 2010 @ 6:23am CDT
I can't beleive I didn't notice that. My first thoughts are, no hot rod conversion. But now looking at it, they could just remove the lower portion of the shin, as it is it looks like it's masking something, and a head change would do the rest. The body, apart from face and lower legs, could be either hot rod or rodimus.
Now if you look carefully, the hood of the car, looks nothing like rodimus's chest, So the wheel that appears to be in the calf are could actualy be the wheel from the front of the vehicle mode, meaning the legs are up front, and all the body parts are hidden under the trailer, a reversal of how g1 was. As the wheels in the shoulder look more decorative than actual working wheels. I'm probaly totaly wrong here.
There just seems alot of transforming parts in areas not needed, so hopefuly a hot rod conversion, but I'd want a hot rod car too. But that asks a question, woyuld they hold such a feature back at this stage?
Posted by DTR69 on July 29th, 2010 @ 6:23am CDT
Trikeboy wrote:If you look at the robot mode, you can clearly see a wheel inside his leg. That could indicate that this will have a seperate vehicle mode. I like the look of this masterpiece and I am glad that it has a proper trailer and not a cardboard on like Convoy.
I can't beleive I didn't notice that. My first thoughts are, no hot rod conversion. But now looking at it, they could just remove the lower portion of the shin, as it is it looks like it's masking something, and a head change would do the rest. The body, apart from face and lower legs, could be either hot rod or rodimus.
Now if you look carefully, the hood of the car, looks nothing like rodimus's chest, So the wheel that appears to be in the calf are could actualy be the wheel from the front of the vehicle mode, meaning the legs are up front, and all the body parts are hidden under the trailer, a reversal of how g1 was. As the wheels in the shoulder look more decorative than actual working wheels. I'm probaly totaly wrong here.
There just seems alot of transforming parts in areas not needed, so hopefuly a hot rod conversion, but I'd want a hot rod car too. But that asks a question, woyuld they hold such a feature back at this stage?
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105232)
Posted by Dead Metal on July 29th, 2010 @ 6:27am CDT
Who said that the whole trailer combines, parts of it are supposed to do it, not the entire thing.
Posted by Dead Metal on July 29th, 2010 @ 6:27am CDT
Deathsanras wrote:There is no way that trailer "combines". This is Rodimus Prime. Normal, regular Rodimus Prime. As expected.
Who said that the whole trailer combines, parts of it are supposed to do it, not the entire thing.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105236)
Posted by Stockade on July 29th, 2010 @ 6:40am CDT
Posted by Stockade on July 29th, 2010 @ 6:40am CDT
Pics are more convincing to buy Roddy now, and my wallet is smoldering and slowly catching on fire!!!
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105237)
Posted by RodimusConvoy13 on July 29th, 2010 @ 6:43am CDT
Posted by RodimusConvoy13 on July 29th, 2010 @ 6:43am CDT
The prototype looks really cool. I'm hoping it stays close to that. Having him be both Rodimus and Hot Rod would be cool, but I'm already planning on buying 2(1 for robot, 1 for alt mode) dont' really want him to be a triple changer 
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105238)
Posted by Dead Metal on July 29th, 2010 @ 6:46am CDT
What's two more for the Hot Rod and car mode
Posted by Dead Metal on July 29th, 2010 @ 6:46am CDT
RodimusConvoy13 wrote:The prototype looks really cool. I'm hoping it stays close to that. Having him be both Rodimus and Hot Rod would be cool, but I'm already planning on buying 2(1 for robot, 1 for alt mode) dont' really want him to be a triple changer
What's two more for the Hot Rod and car mode
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105240)
Posted by DTR69 on July 29th, 2010 @ 6:47am CDT
Considering his alt mode isn't that much of an improvement ove rthe smaller original, why don't you just display the G1 in alt mode and MP in bot mode. Plus its a space saver. MP megatron with acessories takes up to much space, the original looks virualy identical in gun mode and works well for displaying both modes. MPs are about giving us the robot modes we have always dreamed of, the original toys did a pretty good job of being cars and wot not, but the bot modes suffered. Unless the MP has an alt mode like the seekers, with loads of gimmicks, displaying radar and flaps that open, the g1 would do a great job of showing it's alt mode.
Posted by DTR69 on July 29th, 2010 @ 6:47am CDT
RodimusConvoy13 wrote:The prototype looks really cool. I'm hoping it stays close to that. Having him be both Rodimus and Hot Rod would be cool, but I'm already planning on buying 2(1 for robot, 1 for alt mode) dont' really want him to be a triple changer
Considering his alt mode isn't that much of an improvement ove rthe smaller original, why don't you just display the G1 in alt mode and MP in bot mode. Plus its a space saver. MP megatron with acessories takes up to much space, the original looks virualy identical in gun mode and works well for displaying both modes. MPs are about giving us the robot modes we have always dreamed of, the original toys did a pretty good job of being cars and wot not, but the bot modes suffered. Unless the MP has an alt mode like the seekers, with loads of gimmicks, displaying radar and flaps that open, the g1 would do a great job of showing it's alt mode.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105242)
Posted by Convotron on July 29th, 2010 @ 6:50am CDT
Posted by Convotron on July 29th, 2010 @ 6:50am CDT
The prototype looks good to me, though my opinion may change once we get better photos of the object.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105258)
Posted by Jazz-1982 on July 29th, 2010 @ 7:30am CDT
Posted by Jazz-1982 on July 29th, 2010 @ 7:30am CDT
At the end of the day, The alt mode isn't great, but it IS G1 accurate so we can't complain.
The robot mode is more important and from that picture it looks beautiful. As soon as the pre-order goes up at Toy Hobby Market, Toys R Us japan, E-Hobby, Red Mercury or wherever, it will be mine.
And a tiny chance of a Fortress Maximus reissue? Awesome!
Just imagine if the Dinobots reissue rumour is true and they get reissued as well as Fort Max in the same year. With the movie coming out next summer and if the rumoured Masterpiece Galvatron and I think it would be the best year for Transformers in a long, long time.
The robot mode is more important and from that picture it looks beautiful. As soon as the pre-order goes up at Toy Hobby Market, Toys R Us japan, E-Hobby, Red Mercury or wherever, it will be mine.
And a tiny chance of a Fortress Maximus reissue? Awesome!
Just imagine if the Dinobots reissue rumour is true and they get reissued as well as Fort Max in the same year. With the movie coming out next summer and if the rumoured Masterpiece Galvatron and I think it would be the best year for Transformers in a long, long time.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105261)
Posted by Deathsanras on July 29th, 2010 @ 7:38am CDT
I didn't say the whole trailer combines either. My point was that it clearly doesn't even come apart, which is a requirement for "parts of it are supposed to".
And "supposed to" is based on.... what?
Posted by Deathsanras on July 29th, 2010 @ 7:38am CDT
Dead Metal wrote:Who said that the whole trailer combines, parts of it are supposed to do it, not the entire thing.
I didn't say the whole trailer combines either. My point was that it clearly doesn't even come apart, which is a requirement for "parts of it are supposed to".
And "supposed to" is based on.... what?
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105263)
Posted by Amelie on July 29th, 2010 @ 7:42am CDT
Posted by Amelie on July 29th, 2010 @ 7:42am CDT
I may actually buy this (the first time I've ever looked an a Masterpiece and thought it was worth owning), if the following are true -
- He's the same size as G1 Galvatron
- His head isn't ugly as hell
Time will tell.
- He's the same size as G1 Galvatron
- His head isn't ugly as hell
Time will tell.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105267)
Posted by Jenus on July 29th, 2010 @ 7:45am CDT
Posted by Jenus on July 29th, 2010 @ 7:45am CDT
I'll pre-order him as soon as I see more pictures.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105268)
Posted by Rated X on July 29th, 2010 @ 7:48am CDT
Posted by Rated X on July 29th, 2010 @ 7:48am CDT
Looks nice, but Im more interested in the masterpiece coneheads.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105274)
Posted by GEEWUN on July 29th, 2010 @ 8:17am CDT
Posted by GEEWUN on July 29th, 2010 @ 8:17am CDT
Woah.... Masterpiece roddy looks cool. He better be a double figure though. I wonder if they are going to make him masterpiece Prime sized or masterpiece Seeker sized? I 'll probably get em anyway but more pics will effect how much I will pay.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105287)
Posted by dragons on July 29th, 2010 @ 8:42am CDT
Posted by dragons on July 29th, 2010 @ 8:42am CDT
looks bad in car mode to bulky up front from the original having to be possibly confirmed to be hot/rodimus would be nice to see that way it doesnt feel like where getting ripped off only to have rodimus & his trailer im surprised at price mp grimlock what was he 250 to 270 and rodimus is 200 even not bad he should have matrix chamber inside him fro mg1 cartoon if he doesnt have one.
i would like to see more shots in car mode & many more in bot to be sure if want to preorder this or not.
not to get off topic does anyone know who went to comiccon or botcon know if hasbro is going to release mp megatron, thundercracker, & ultramganus to states?
i would like to see more shots in car mode & many more in bot to be sure if want to preorder this or not.
not to get off topic does anyone know who went to comiccon or botcon know if hasbro is going to release mp megatron, thundercracker, & ultramganus to states?
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105289)
Posted by Dead Metal on July 29th, 2010 @ 8:44am CDT
Ever thought that the parts that come off and combine with Roddy are not part of the base-mode and are actually removed from that pic?
It's a rumour started by the same source that leaked the info about the upcoming Classics 3-Pack, the new Primus, Predacon reissues and a load of other stuff that's being confirmed as true.
Posted by Dead Metal on July 29th, 2010 @ 8:44am CDT
Deathsanras wrote:Dead Metal wrote:Who said that the whole trailer combines, parts of it are supposed to do it, not the entire thing.
I didn't say the whole trailer combines either. My point was that it clearly doesn't even come apart, which is a requirement for "parts of it are supposed to".
Ever thought that the parts that come off and combine with Roddy are not part of the base-mode and are actually removed from that pic?
And "supposed to" is based on.... what?
It's a rumour started by the same source that leaked the info about the upcoming Classics 3-Pack, the new Primus, Predacon reissues and a load of other stuff that's being confirmed as true.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105295)
Posted by Mindmaster on July 29th, 2010 @ 9:02am CDT
Posted by Mindmaster on July 29th, 2010 @ 9:02am CDT
Uuuuuuuuhhhhhhhhhh......................... They're all so beautiful.......... For once, I'm speechless....... 
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105298)
Posted by Torino_Prime on July 29th, 2010 @ 9:04am CDT
Posted by Torino_Prime on July 29th, 2010 @ 9:04am CDT
I didn't like the Flaming Winnebago the first time...
I was really hoping for just a Hot Rod...
But I am known for oft repeating "There can only be one" pause "...Prime... and that's Optimus!"
So I might be biased.
I was really hoping for just a Hot Rod...
But I am known for oft repeating "There can only be one" pause "...Prime... and that's Optimus!"
So I might be biased.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105304)
Posted by SLUGSLINGER81 on July 29th, 2010 @ 9:16am CDT
Posted by SLUGSLINGER81 on July 29th, 2010 @ 9:16am CDT
I can honestly say that the ball on this project would not be rolling if it wasnt in part thanks to Fans Project (rodimus prime upgrade armor). Hasbro is finally seeing that these third party companies are giving us TF fans what we want to see! All those times we say in the forums "Hasbro / Takara take note THIS IS WHAT WE WANT"...well I think they're finally paying attention to the first generation TF fans, yeah Transformers are targeted to the younger audience and I am glad as it will guarantee the longevity of the franchise, BUT it is us who do most of the purchasing, whether personal of for our kids...I want to thank the third party companies for proving that we're a force to be reckoned with and thank you Hasbro / Takara! 
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Posted by kirbenvost on July 29th, 2010 @ 9:23am CDT
Agreed. It looks weird, not enough windshield too. But it almost looks as if the spoiler could slide forward more, using that slot on the roof. If that's the case, I could be happy with it. The bot mode does look good, but the alt mode looks like a blown-up version of the G1 toy. It's kind of disappointing, I was hoping for something more stylized, like in the cartoon.
Oh well, bot mode looks sweet. Preordered of course. I do hope the price goes down though.
Posted by kirbenvost on July 29th, 2010 @ 9:23am CDT
HydraLancer wrote:The alt mode looks a bit disappointing but still very model. Though there really is only one thing about it that bugs me.
It's as if the spoiler isn't brought forward enough on top of the cab, as if they didn't clip it farther when it seems to look like it can based on the little grove on the top.
I hope its just a mis-transformation, because it just looks weird, the spoiler is way too hidden, and too much of the plain roof is showing.
Agreed. It looks weird, not enough windshield too. But it almost looks as if the spoiler could slide forward more, using that slot on the roof. If that's the case, I could be happy with it. The bot mode does look good, but the alt mode looks like a blown-up version of the G1 toy. It's kind of disappointing, I was hoping for something more stylized, like in the cartoon.
Oh well, bot mode looks sweet. Preordered of course. I do hope the price goes down though.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105307)
Posted by Kibble on July 29th, 2010 @ 9:24am CDT
Posted by Kibble on July 29th, 2010 @ 9:24am CDT
Granted, there's still a lot more to see, but first impressions, I'm feeling underwhelmed. At least I'm not feeling any more inspired to throw out cash potentially approaching the $200 range.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105313)
Posted by UM Prime on July 29th, 2010 @ 9:32am CDT
Posted by UM Prime on July 29th, 2010 @ 9:32am CDT
at least we wont have to wait for a trailer upgrade
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105325)
Posted by Kibble on July 29th, 2010 @ 9:51am CDT
I didn't go to either, but think it's safe to say no, decent chance, & doubtful.
Megatron won't because he looks too much like a real gun and the US doesn't roll like that these days. Thundercracker has a decent chance, but the fact that Skywarp saw clearancing in pretty much every store he was sold could hurt his chances as another Walmart exclusive...or he may be a lot harder to find like Starscream was. Magnus, he's been out for a good while and they haven't released him yet so I have doubts it'll ever happen, unless maybe TakTom releases a version with a trailer...but the US never saw MP-04, so even if, who knows?
Posted by Kibble on July 29th, 2010 @ 9:51am CDT
dragons wrote:not to get off topic does anyone know who went to comiccon or botcon know if hasbro is going to release mp megatron, thundercracker, & ultramganus to states?
I didn't go to either, but think it's safe to say no, decent chance, & doubtful.
Megatron won't because he looks too much like a real gun and the US doesn't roll like that these days. Thundercracker has a decent chance, but the fact that Skywarp saw clearancing in pretty much every store he was sold could hurt his chances as another Walmart exclusive...or he may be a lot harder to find like Starscream was. Magnus, he's been out for a good while and they haven't released him yet so I have doubts it'll ever happen, unless maybe TakTom releases a version with a trailer...but the US never saw MP-04, so even if, who knows?
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105341)
Posted by Overcracker on July 29th, 2010 @ 10:27am CDT
Posted by Overcracker on July 29th, 2010 @ 10:27am CDT
Looks like everything is on the underside of the Winnebago box.
Legs and likely Hot rod car parts form from there.
Since hot Rod only has 4 wheels, and Rodimus has 6. 2 of those could potentially disappear into the Hot Rod mode.
Not likely. MP's are large. He'd at least be as big as Grimlock.
Legs and likely Hot rod car parts form from there.
Since hot Rod only has 4 wheels, and Rodimus has 6. 2 of those could potentially disappear into the Hot Rod mode.
Amelie wrote:I may actually buy this (the first time I've ever looked an a Masterpiece and thought it was worth owning), if the following are true -
- He's the same size as G1 Galvatron
- His head isn't ugly as hell
Time will tell.
Not likely. MP's are large. He'd at least be as big as Grimlock.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105355)
Posted by 3.8TransAM on July 29th, 2010 @ 11:15am CDT
Posted by 3.8TransAM on July 29th, 2010 @ 11:15am CDT
Will with hold judgement on Rodimus until we have better protoype's available like closer to final release...............
Now The Fort Max deal is the one I'm eyeballing..............
Almost bought one in box missing 1 piece when BotCon was in Chicago, would have been more than a reissue would be too
I like the Roddy so far, so we shall see.
I WANT the Fort Max if it is indeed reissued
Now The Fort Max deal is the one I'm eyeballing..............
Almost bought one in box missing 1 piece when BotCon was in Chicago, would have been more than a reissue would be too
I like the Roddy so far, so we shall see.
I WANT the Fort Max if it is indeed reissued
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105361)
Posted by Gauntlet101010 on July 29th, 2010 @ 11:26am CDT
Posted by Gauntlet101010 on July 29th, 2010 @ 11:26am CDT
If it could become Hot Rod, you'd think they'd show that. Unless it's just supposed to be the robot mode that does that? I suppose there's still a chance this rumor is true, but I' m not gonna hold my breath.
This is exactly what i was expecting from 'ol Roddy. But a better question is .... where's the Matrix? What's Rodimus Prime without a Matrix accessory? If it doesn't have one the design team needs their head examined!
This is exactly what i was expecting from 'ol Roddy. But a better question is .... where's the Matrix? What's Rodimus Prime without a Matrix accessory? If it doesn't have one the design team needs their head examined!
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105363)
Posted by DMSL on July 29th, 2010 @ 11:28am CDT
Posted by DMSL on July 29th, 2010 @ 11:28am CDT
Meh gold Fort Max, just give us an Encore already.
As for MP Roddy, he looks awkward.
The cab portion looks more like a Choro-Q and the trailer is very boxy and there is the back portion which sticks out a mile at the back.
Luckily it's still a prototype so here's hoping he will be fixed.
As for MP Roddy, he looks awkward.
The cab portion looks more like a Choro-Q and the trailer is very boxy and there is the back portion which sticks out a mile at the back.
Luckily it's still a prototype so here's hoping he will be fixed.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105370)
Posted by Autobot032 on July 29th, 2010 @ 11:40am CDT
If you look at the vehicle mode, his windshield has a strange set up, like it can fold lower if need be. Plus his fin, it folds up (why, I don't know, but it does), plus the legs having that compartment like flap...it just seems like it's remotely possible that he could do both.
It would explain the price (yes, I realize BBTS said the price will probably drop, but let's say it won't for the sake of argument) because there would be more moving parts, more paint apps, and a larger overall size (vehicle wise).
TakaraTomy has proven one thing to us: If it's possible, they can do it. I wouldn't be surprised if he did have the capability to form both robots. Besides, if you look at the drawings they had out last week, they show two heads. They look the same, but if you look close there are subtle changes.
They wouldn't do that for the same character. I'm guessing the figure has the capability to do both.
If I'm wrong, then I'm wrong, but at least we're still getting a Rodimus. The robot looks good at least.
Posted by Autobot032 on July 29th, 2010 @ 11:40am CDT
Gauntlet101010 wrote:If it could become Hot Rod, you'd think they'd show that. Unless it's just supposed to be the robot mode that does that? I suppose there's still a chance this rumor is true, but I' m not gonna hold my breath.
This is exactly what i was expecting from 'ol Roddy. But a better question is .... where's the Matrix? What's Rodimus Prime without a Matrix accessory? If it doesn't have one the design team needs their head examined!
If you look at the vehicle mode, his windshield has a strange set up, like it can fold lower if need be. Plus his fin, it folds up (why, I don't know, but it does), plus the legs having that compartment like flap...it just seems like it's remotely possible that he could do both.
It would explain the price (yes, I realize BBTS said the price will probably drop, but let's say it won't for the sake of argument) because there would be more moving parts, more paint apps, and a larger overall size (vehicle wise).
TakaraTomy has proven one thing to us: If it's possible, they can do it. I wouldn't be surprised if he did have the capability to form both robots. Besides, if you look at the drawings they had out last week, they show two heads. They look the same, but if you look close there are subtle changes.
They wouldn't do that for the same character. I'm guessing the figure has the capability to do both.
If I'm wrong, then I'm wrong, but at least we're still getting a Rodimus. The robot looks good at least.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105415)
Posted by --B-- on July 29th, 2010 @ 12:57pm CDT
Posted by --B-- on July 29th, 2010 @ 12:57pm CDT
[quote="kirbenvost] The bot mode does look good, but the alt mode looks like a blown-up version of the G1 toy. [/quote]
Kind of like MP Grimlock. Just a larger, updated version of the original with more articulation.
Kind of like MP Grimlock. Just a larger, updated version of the original with more articulation.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105682)
Posted by Doctor McGrath on July 29th, 2010 @ 8:02pm CDT
Posted by Doctor McGrath on July 29th, 2010 @ 8:02pm CDT
He looks pretty plain.. I'd be more excited about a MP Hot Rod.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105691)
Posted by Gauntlet101010 on July 29th, 2010 @ 8:24pm CDT
Posted by Gauntlet101010 on July 29th, 2010 @ 8:24pm CDT
What do you guys want from his alt. mode? It is what it is.
You could also say Prime's and Megatron's alt modes were blown up versions of their G1 selves. The only real problem with Roddy's alt mode is that his robot mode tucks into it for it's transformation.
You could also say Prime's and Megatron's alt modes were blown up versions of their G1 selves. The only real problem with Roddy's alt mode is that his robot mode tucks into it for it's transformation.
Re: Cybertron Con: MP Rodimus Prototype images and more! (1105718)
Posted by Stormrider on July 29th, 2010 @ 9:03pm CDT
Posted by Stormrider on July 29th, 2010 @ 9:03pm CDT
I agree that it is a tribute of the G1 alt mode, but I was hoping for more interesting gimmicks on the inside and more intricate designs on the outside.
