First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package
Thursday, October 2nd, 2008 1:26PM CDT
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Tformers.com has posted new images of the new Transformers Universe figures in-package. To see images of Cheetor, Hound (w./ Ravage) and Cyclonus (w./Targetmaster Nightstick), click the links below:
Cheetor
Hound
Cyclonus
Cheetor
Hound
Cyclonus
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Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (800914)
Posted by Prime Evil on October 2nd, 2008 @ 1:34pm CDT
Posted by Prime Evil on October 2nd, 2008 @ 1:34pm CDT
Man, I'm just not feeling the paint apps on these promos. *sighs* I'll pick up Cyclonus, just cause he's one of my favorite characters, but I think I might eventually import the Henkei version of him and Hound.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (800915)
Posted by Solrac333 on October 2nd, 2008 @ 1:34pm CDT
Posted by Solrac333 on October 2nd, 2008 @ 1:34pm CDT
Hound and Cyclonus! YESSS! 
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (800918)
Posted by Malikon on October 2nd, 2008 @ 1:36pm CDT
Posted by Malikon on October 2nd, 2008 @ 1:36pm CDT
They're Beautiful!! I'm loving Hound and coming with Ravage, while odd, is awesome on top of awesome!
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (800924)
Posted by Skowl on October 2nd, 2008 @ 1:42pm CDT
Posted by Skowl on October 2nd, 2008 @ 1:42pm CDT
I've ragged on the new Classics/Universe 2.0 line for awhile now, but I must admit, some of the new figures look pretty damn awesome.
Hound is really cool, but Cyclonus... damn, that is one of the coolest TF figures I've seen in years. Probably the first Classics figure I'll actually buy.
Hound is really cool, but Cyclonus... damn, that is one of the coolest TF figures I've seen in years. Probably the first Classics figure I'll actually buy.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (800925)
Posted by Robot4762 on October 2nd, 2008 @ 1:43pm CDT
Posted by Robot4762 on October 2nd, 2008 @ 1:43pm CDT
The only reason I'm getting hound is ravage.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (800935)
Posted by Repair Bay on October 2nd, 2008 @ 1:55pm CDT
Posted by Repair Bay on October 2nd, 2008 @ 1:55pm CDT
The packaging only makes these things look so much more tempting. I can't wait for them to be out! Also, I'm glad they put the Maximal logo on Cheetor's packaging though I wish they'd done it next to the logo.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (800937)
Posted by Terra Verticon on October 2nd, 2008 @ 1:56pm CDT
Posted by Terra Verticon on October 2nd, 2008 @ 1:56pm CDT
Why is it that Ravage has the head of a bird (lazerbeak-ish) instead of a panther?
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (800938)
Posted by Dread_Wing on October 2nd, 2008 @ 1:58pm CDT
Posted by Dread_Wing on October 2nd, 2008 @ 1:58pm CDT
They look great. I bet the Henkei versions will be nicer colours, but those are good enough for me. Bring on the 25th anniversary! I wonder if they will put out a Grimlock for the 25th anniversary line?
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (800941)
Posted by Overcracker on October 2nd, 2008 @ 2:00pm CDT
Posted by Overcracker on October 2nd, 2008 @ 2:00pm CDT
Pretty good.
Every time I see Cheetor I like him more.
I'm assuming will see more Beastwars character updates if they went to the trouble of adding the "Beastwars Series" label to the box. hopefully will see a new Rhinox and Rattrap.
Cyclonus definitely needs some more paint apps. Hopefully Takara will produce a better looking one.
Every time I see Cheetor I like him more.
I'm assuming will see more Beastwars character updates if they went to the trouble of adding the "Beastwars Series" label to the box. hopefully will see a new Rhinox and Rattrap.
Cyclonus definitely needs some more paint apps. Hopefully Takara will produce a better looking one.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (800943)
Posted by Sledge on October 2nd, 2008 @ 2:04pm CDT
Posted by Sledge on October 2nd, 2008 @ 2:04pm CDT
Oh god, I want Hound and Cyclonus. I almost want Cheetor, maybe just so the proper Transformers can beat the crap out of him.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (800966)
Posted by Malikon on October 2nd, 2008 @ 2:23pm CDT
lmao.
thanks man. 
Posted by Malikon on October 2nd, 2008 @ 2:23pm CDT
Sledge wrote:Oh god, I want Hound and Cyclonus. I almost want Cheetor, maybe just so the proper Transformers can beat the crap out of him.
lmao.
thanks man.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (800969)
Posted by Omega Charge on October 2nd, 2008 @ 2:26pm CDT
Posted by Omega Charge on October 2nd, 2008 @ 2:26pm CDT
I don't know, all three look nice!
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (800974)
Posted by Sledge on October 2nd, 2008 @ 2:31pm CDT
Been like 12 years, and I still can't get past TRUKK NOT MUNKY.
Posted by Sledge on October 2nd, 2008 @ 2:31pm CDT
Malikon wrote:lmao.
thanks man.
Been like 12 years, and I still can't get past TRUKK NOT MUNKY.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (800987)
Posted by Bumblethumper on October 2nd, 2008 @ 2:44pm CDT
Posted by Bumblethumper on October 2nd, 2008 @ 2:44pm CDT
Hey, anyone notice they're calling Hound and Cyclonus "Generation 1 Series", rather than "Classics Series" like figures in earlier waves of Universe.
I guess it's with the introduction of the Beast Wars and Armada characters. They don't want to make the distinction that those were not classic.
I guess it's with the introduction of the Beast Wars and Armada characters. They don't want to make the distinction that those were not classic.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (800988)
Posted by Zeds on October 2nd, 2008 @ 2:48pm CDT
Posted by Zeds on October 2nd, 2008 @ 2:48pm CDT
After viewing the final in package pics I feel disappointed with this line all of a sudden. I believe it is because these figures are plastic (new) trying to be metal (old) figures. Sigh.....wishes for the days of G1 again! I really do.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (800992)
Posted by Sledge on October 2nd, 2008 @ 2:52pm CDT
http://www.shortpacked.com/d/20060607.html
Posted by Sledge on October 2nd, 2008 @ 2:52pm CDT
Zeds wrote:After viewing the final in package pics I feel disappointed with this line all of a sudden. I believe it is because these figures are plastic (new) trying to be metal (old) figures. Sigh.....wishes for the days of G1 again! I really do.
http://www.shortpacked.com/d/20060607.html
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (800993)
Posted by Robot4762 on October 2nd, 2008 @ 2:53pm CDT
Plus, Metal toys are heavier and harder to stand up.
Posted by Robot4762 on October 2nd, 2008 @ 2:53pm CDT
Sledge wrote:Zeds wrote:After viewing the final in package pics I feel disappointed with this line all of a sudden. I believe it is because these figures are plastic (new) trying to be metal (old) figures. Sigh.....wishes for the days of G1 again! I really do.
http://www.shortpacked.com/d/20060607.html
Plus, Metal toys are heavier and harder to stand up.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (800994)
Posted by Sunstar on October 2nd, 2008 @ 2:54pm CDT
Posted by Sunstar on October 2nd, 2008 @ 2:54pm CDT
Oh wow! Cyclonus looks sweet
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (801010)
Posted by Mirage22 on October 2nd, 2008 @ 3:18pm CDT
Posted by Mirage22 on October 2nd, 2008 @ 3:18pm CDT
Can't wait for Hound and Cyclonus. They look really good in these photos.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (801014)
Posted by rpetras on October 2nd, 2008 @ 3:25pm CDT
Maybe, but try attacking your sister with Classics Prime.
Not the same as G1 die-cast club-of-death Prime.
Posted by rpetras on October 2nd, 2008 @ 3:25pm CDT
bumblebeerocks wrote:Plus, Metal toys are heavier and harder to stand up.
Maybe, but try attacking your sister with Classics Prime.
Not the same as G1 die-cast club-of-death Prime.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (801020)
Posted by Prowl1529 on October 2nd, 2008 @ 3:28pm CDT
Posted by Prowl1529 on October 2nd, 2008 @ 3:28pm CDT
Does anyone knows if Takara is also going to realese Hound and Cyclonus has part of the Henkei line?
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (801032)
Posted by Bumblethumper on October 2nd, 2008 @ 3:43pm CDT
Posted by Bumblethumper on October 2nd, 2008 @ 3:43pm CDT
I always liked the cold tactile feel of die-cast. In terms of strength and utility, plastic can do as good a job. But I still think it adds that extra something. I like how WST Prime has die cast feet. In that case it adds some stability, but they really didn't have to do it. They gave us something extra. Hasbro would've kept the money and given us an all plastic figure. It would be great if they'd make an exception from time to time and give us occasional diecast, or chrome, or rubber wheels, but those seem to be completely off the table at Hasbro. Then they do things like Titaniums, which are so bad they put the final nail in the coffin.
But anyway. Hound is the standout for me. Cyclonus' alt mode looks a bit of a mess here. It's full of gaps and mismatched materials. Doesn't really hold together. I'm sure it won't be a bad figure, but I'll lay off any over-the-top praise till I actually have one. Nightstick looks cool though.
Hound is excellent, looks like everything I'd want from that figure. If I had a reservation, it's making the windshield too blue, but I can get past that. Ravage is a nice extra touch, though hardly needed. It looks pretty much the same as G1 Ravage, and as Terra Verticon points out, the head looks more like that of Laserbeak from this angle. Also his front paws are a bit too flat-footed; they're not jointed at the wrist like on the original. But for a bonus figure, he's pretty cool.
But anyway. Hound is the standout for me. Cyclonus' alt mode looks a bit of a mess here. It's full of gaps and mismatched materials. Doesn't really hold together. I'm sure it won't be a bad figure, but I'll lay off any over-the-top praise till I actually have one. Nightstick looks cool though.
Hound is excellent, looks like everything I'd want from that figure. If I had a reservation, it's making the windshield too blue, but I can get past that. Ravage is a nice extra touch, though hardly needed. It looks pretty much the same as G1 Ravage, and as Terra Verticon points out, the head looks more like that of Laserbeak from this angle. Also his front paws are a bit too flat-footed; they're not jointed at the wrist like on the original. But for a bonus figure, he's pretty cool.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (801068)
Posted by Agent 007 on October 2nd, 2008 @ 4:28pm CDT
Posted by Agent 007 on October 2nd, 2008 @ 4:28pm CDT
very nice Hound and Cyclonus are gonna be mine. 
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (801078)
Posted by robots1 on October 2nd, 2008 @ 4:34pm CDT
Posted by robots1 on October 2nd, 2008 @ 4:34pm CDT
Everyone is just estatic about the Cyclonus, me personally i think he looks horrible. I will get it because he is my favorite character but after 20 years this toy still sucks. If you can afford it the best looking cyclonus is from a japanese company called jizaitoys looks exactly like the cartoon but it is not the sturdiest of figures.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (801138)
Posted by Savage on October 2nd, 2008 @ 5:36pm CDT
Posted by Savage on October 2nd, 2008 @ 5:36pm CDT
Why is it that I have some memory of Cyclonus originally being announced as a larger size class??
Oh well, at least as a deluxe, he won't dwarf poor old Galvy. Cyc's legs don't look too sturdy to me, I wonder if they'll support his weight. Also, his color scheme, while not bad, is not overly impressive. I'll probably buy him anyway, just because I'm too impatient to wait for a Henkei release.
I'll probably pass on Hound, as he just doesn't impress me overall, and he was never one of my favorites. Alternators Hound is much better IMO. The Ravage is pretty sweet, but I'll survive.
Cheetor has grown on me a lot, and I plan to pick him up, but if they do more BW Classics, I'll have to start getting picky. I'd really love to see them make Dinobot. His original figure was a big pink turd.
Oh well, at least as a deluxe, he won't dwarf poor old Galvy. Cyc's legs don't look too sturdy to me, I wonder if they'll support his weight. Also, his color scheme, while not bad, is not overly impressive. I'll probably buy him anyway, just because I'm too impatient to wait for a Henkei release.
I'll probably pass on Hound, as he just doesn't impress me overall, and he was never one of my favorites. Alternators Hound is much better IMO. The Ravage is pretty sweet, but I'll survive.
Cheetor has grown on me a lot, and I plan to pick him up, but if they do more BW Classics, I'll have to start getting picky. I'd really love to see them make Dinobot. His original figure was a big pink turd.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (801140)
Posted by Zeds on October 2nd, 2008 @ 5:40pm CDT
I will never give up the fight that die-cast rules to my dying day (much like the people in that building ). Funny you should post that since I studied architecture. Plastic will not hold up. Look at the value and production quality of G1 toys.
Maybe the Henkei version will do it for me. It has for the rest of the line so far. My hopes are with Japan! GO JAPAN GO! BANZAI!
Posted by Zeds on October 2nd, 2008 @ 5:40pm CDT
Sledge wrote:Zeds wrote:After viewing the final in package pics I feel disappointed with this line all of a sudden. I believe it is because these figures are plastic (new) trying to be metal (old) figures. Sigh.....wishes for the days of G1 again! I really do.
http://www.shortpacked.com/d/20060607.html
I will never give up the fight that die-cast rules to my dying day (much like the people in that building
). Funny you should post that since I studied architecture. Plastic will not hold up. Look at the value and production quality of G1 toys.Maybe the Henkei version will do it for me. It has for the rest of the line so far. My hopes are with Japan! GO JAPAN GO! BANZAI!
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (801150)
Posted by i_amtrunks on October 2nd, 2008 @ 5:50pm CDT
Posted by i_amtrunks on October 2nd, 2008 @ 5:50pm CDT
Hound will be mine, he is almost a crossover figure (that crossover being Classics/Animated).
Cyclonus looks great as a figure, his paint apps however leave me stupefied, he reminds me of Universe Depth Charge. He looks like he will be a nice large Deluxe figure, which is great after all the smaller deluxes we have had lately.
I don't know about Cheeotr, I don't really see the new figure as that much of an improvement over the original, and I kinda dislike him stealing Animated Prowls Ninja Star idea, considering Cheetor never actually used anything like a ninja star in the BW series...
Cyclonus looks great as a figure, his paint apps however leave me stupefied, he reminds me of Universe Depth Charge. He looks like he will be a nice large Deluxe figure, which is great after all the smaller deluxes we have had lately.
I don't know about Cheeotr, I don't really see the new figure as that much of an improvement over the original, and I kinda dislike him stealing Animated Prowls Ninja Star idea, considering Cheetor never actually used anything like a ninja star in the BW series...
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (801224)
Posted by Savage on October 2nd, 2008 @ 6:39pm CDT
Agreed. They could have left those out completely and I wouldn't miss them at all. And what's with the tail whip? He didn't get that til his TM form. While I suppose it is a nice nod to his other forms, I'd rather have seen weapons that looked like the ones he had in that form on the show.
Posted by Savage on October 2nd, 2008 @ 6:39pm CDT
i_amtrunks wrote: considering Cheetor never actually used anything like a ninja star in the BW series...
Agreed. They could have left those out completely and I wouldn't miss them at all. And what's with the tail whip? He didn't get that til his TM form. While I suppose it is a nice nod to his other forms, I'd rather have seen weapons that looked like the ones he had in that form on the show.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (801366)
Posted by Booda on October 2nd, 2008 @ 8:10pm CDT
Posted by Booda on October 2nd, 2008 @ 8:10pm CDT
Huge fanboy hard-on for Hound.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (801374)
Posted by Bumblethumper on October 2nd, 2008 @ 8:15pm CDT
They're doing Dinobot. The pic was in the most recent Collector's Club magazine, so you won't find it on any of the main TF boards, but it is out there and you can google it.
Posted by Bumblethumper on October 2nd, 2008 @ 8:15pm CDT
Savage wrote:Cheetor has grown on me a lot, and I plan to pick him up, but if they do more BW Classics, I'll have to start getting picky. I'd really love to see them make Dinobot. His original figure was a big pink turd.
They're doing Dinobot. The pic was in the most recent Collector's Club magazine, so you won't find it on any of the main TF boards, but it is out there and you can google it.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (801466)
Posted by Robot4762 on October 2nd, 2008 @ 10:41pm CDT
can you post a link?
Posted by Robot4762 on October 2nd, 2008 @ 10:41pm CDT
Bumblethumper wrote:
it is out there and you can google it.
can you post a link?
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (801472)
Posted by Craven Knight on October 2nd, 2008 @ 10:45pm CDT
Posted by Craven Knight on October 2nd, 2008 @ 10:45pm CDT
Hound & Cylclonus look like great molds but the plastic and paint colours let them down - I'll wait and get the Henkei versions.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (801478)
Posted by Mkall on October 2nd, 2008 @ 10:49pm CDT
You'll have to find it on your own. None of the Transformers boards have pictures because we are respecting the TFCC and their members who have paid for the privilege of getting such information first.
Posted by Mkall on October 2nd, 2008 @ 10:49pm CDT
bumblebeerocks wrote:Bumblethumper wrote:
it is out there and you can google it.
can you post a link?
You'll have to find it on your own. None of the Transformers boards have pictures because we are respecting the TFCC and their members who have paid for the privilege of getting such information first.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (801484)
Posted by Craven Knight on October 2nd, 2008 @ 11:08pm CDT
Hahaha - You must be kidding?
Posted by Craven Knight on October 2nd, 2008 @ 11:08pm CDT
bumblebeerocks wrote:Bumblethumper wrote:
it is out there and you can google it.
can you post a link?
Hahaha - You must be kidding?
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (804489)
Posted by Auto Bot on October 6th, 2008 @ 3:16am CDT
Posted by Auto Bot on October 6th, 2008 @ 3:16am CDT
Wowowow! I got to get me Hound with Ravage! 
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (804540)
Posted by munkimus prime on October 6th, 2008 @ 7:20am CDT
Posted by munkimus prime on October 6th, 2008 @ 7:20am CDT
I wonder if cheetor can hold his original weapons, If so yay.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (805217)
Posted by Delicon on October 6th, 2008 @ 7:53pm CDT
Posted by Delicon on October 6th, 2008 @ 7:53pm CDT
I remember seeing at least pics of Hound at Botcon, for those of us who were there, does anyone else remember him being darker green? I sorta thought he was. I remember they said they did the paint apps for Cyclonus and Acid Storm in darker colors to make them more realistic looking so not sure why Hound is the color he is. I'll still pick him up, for sure...his G1 toy is cool but doesn't go well with some of the others (he looks like a midget)
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (805568)
Posted by Auto Bot on October 7th, 2008 @ 6:12am CDT
Posted by Auto Bot on October 7th, 2008 @ 6:12am CDT
Some pics shows Hound without an abdomen. It's like a thin stick supporting the upper torso. I hope it's just mistransformed.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (808146)
Posted by Anonymous Iggy on October 9th, 2008 @ 3:45pm CDT
Posted by Anonymous Iggy on October 9th, 2008 @ 3:45pm CDT
Maybe I've just been neglecting to pay attention, but what exactly happens to Ravage in cassette mode? Is he hidden on Hound, does he still fit into Soundwave, or is he just off with all the lost G1 weapons?
Cheetor looks better when properly transformed, but I still can't say I'm impressed. I feel like it could have come out much better. To Hasbro's credit, though, the new beast mode looks better than it ever has before.
However, Cyclonus will be mine.
Mine.
Cheetor looks better when properly transformed, but I still can't say I'm impressed. I feel like it could have come out much better. To Hasbro's credit, though, the new beast mode looks better than it ever has before.
However, Cyclonus will be mine.
Mine.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (808595)
Posted by Auto Bot on October 9th, 2008 @ 9:43pm CDT
Posted by Auto Bot on October 9th, 2008 @ 9:43pm CDT
Ravage cassette should be riding piggy back on Hound jeep. Although you can keep him inside G1 Soundwave.
Provided, you have Soundwave.
Provided, you have Soundwave.
Re: First Look at New Transformers Universe Figures In-Package (826533)
Posted by Badass Grimlock on November 1st, 2008 @ 7:52pm CDT
Why did you have to make my Dinobot cry?
He's 10th Anniversary and he's still drowning in his tears.
Posted by Badass Grimlock on November 1st, 2008 @ 7:52pm CDT
Savage wrote: Cheetor has grown on me a lot, and I plan to pick him up, but if they do more BW Classics, I'll have to start getting picky. I'd really love to see them make Dinobot. His original figure was a big pink turd.
Why did you have to make my Dinobot cry?
He's 10th Anniversary and he's still drowning in his tears.
