New Galleries: Generations Legends Gears with Eclipse and Acid Storm with Venin

Still waiting for Shrapnel here... all these Swerves, Optimuses, and Bees aren't moving.



Gears looks weird, like his head's too small or too low. The package art not even remotely resembling the actual figure doesn't help.

I kinda want that Venin (Bugly!) but I don't have a need for an acid green jet. Why does it seem like I only ever want half of the figures in these things? Partner the little bugs with the big ones, Hasbro!

Noideaforaname wrote:Still waiting for Shrapnel here... all these Swerves, Optimuses, and Bees aren't moving.



Gears looks weird, like his head's too small or too low. The package art not even remotely resembling the actual figure doesn't help.

I kinda want that Venin (Bugly!) but I don't have a need for an acid green jet. Why does it seem like I only ever want half of the figures in these things? Partner the little bugs with the big ones, Hasbro!

Anyone else think Gears' head looks like a hybrid between Gears and Brawn? I really hope Hasbro doesn't cheap out and use this head for Brawn.

The only things that really bother me about these mold is that neither has head/neck articulation. It makes it so much harder to make them look dynamic what they have stationary noggins.

Oh well. I'm still gonna get them. I've been really digging the new Legends figures, and I aint stoppin' now!

whats the the deal with cosmos and swerve havent seen them on HTS or TOYSRUS.com or any retail store for that matter!

I think Venin is actually supposed to be G1 Venom. From what I heard, a last minute change from Thundercracker to Acid Storm forced a different color scheme on Venin as well.

Noideaforaname wrote:The package art not even remotely resembling the actual figure doesn't help.

totally. it reminds me of the evolutions packaging (heres old and new!)... but there only one gears in this package...

Seibertron wrote:Anyone else think Gears' head looks like a hybrid between Gears and Brawn? I really hope Hasbro doesn't cheap out and use this head for Brawn.

sadly, i can easily see them doing this. make him green and yellow and hed be more brawn than he is gears right now.

megatronus wrote:I'm still gonna get them. I've been really digging the new Legends figures, and I aint stoppin' now!

ha! same here. so long as i can find em, ill buy em

The one time they get acid storms color right, they use a silly kiddie mold. So glad CHMS knocked it out the park years ago.

Noideaforaname wrote:Gears looks weird, like his head's too small or too low. The package art not even remotely resembling the actual figure doesn't help.

It's the lack of red paint on Gears' head. The head was sculpted to have the little red grooves that the package art has, but they were left unpainted in silver, making them barely noticeable and rendering Gears' head as looking less like Gears' head and more like Brawn's head.

Speaking of which,

Seibertron wrote:Anyone else think Gears' head looks like a hybrid between Gears and Brawn? I really hope Hasbro doesn't cheap out and use this head for Brawn.

I have this nagging feeling in the back of my mind that I can't recall for 100% certainty, but it's telling me that I think I vaguely remember hearing about some plan of Hasbro's to redeco this Gears as Brawn using that head.

But, I also have this other nagging feeling that's telling me that I also vaguely remember hearing that said plans for Brawn didn't pan out.

I wish I could remember one or the other, or both, to be sure on either.

RiddlerJ wrote:I think Venin is actually supposed to be G1 Venom. From what I heard, a last minute change from Thundercracker to Acid Storm forced a different color scheme on Venin as well.

That's indeed the case, to offset the amount of blue already in the line. Thundercracker will still be released next year, albeit without a partner.

And Acid Storm oddly appeals to me in this form.

I'm going to see what paint takara puts on Gear's head.

It's that time again... New Galleries on Seibertron.com!

Our newest gallery roundup consists of the newest wave of Generations Deluxes, which is wave wave 4. The makeup of this assortment is 2x of Crosscut, Jhiaxus, Nightbeat and last, but certainly not least...Windblade!

Crosscut is a redeco and slight remold of the IDW Generations Skids mold from 2013, making this the second reuse of the mold and the first of the remolds to not be tied to movieverse. (You can see Skids gallery here, and info on Rollbar, here.)

Jhiaxus is not only a redeco of an existing mold, but a rather substantial remolding of it, too. (The origin mold, Generations Armada Starscream, can be seen here.) Jhiaxus first made his appearance as a Decepticon villain in Marvel's 1993 comic tie in, Transformers G2. The shortlived run lasted just about a year, but in that short period of time and since then, fans have been wanting a legit Jhiaxus figure and this guy is it.

Nightbeat's another classic character and while this newest version sadly doesn't feature the G1 original's Headmaster gimmick, it does retain that cool flame deco! Nightbeat is a redeco and remold of the IDW Generations Bumblebee/Goldbug (Goldfire) figure mold from 2013. You may note that his comic uses the RTS Jazz design, while the toy does not. (A point of contention for some fans.)

And finally, Windblade. This figure was made for the fans, by the fans! After a poll with various questions, Hasbro was given the criteria the fans demanded out of a figure and it had to be female and she had to be a jet. Hasbro listened and delivered, and Windblade is one of their most unique creations in recent history. From her striking Japanese inspired Kabuiki-esque look, to her curves and sharp edges. Speaking of sharp edges, she touts a killer sword that's just awesome to behold.

Speaking of Windblade, that's where we'll start. Click on any of the images, below, to be taken to that figure's full gallery:

Generations Windblade










Generations Nightbeat










Generations Crosscut










Generations Jhiaxus









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very cool

Great galleries as usual. I don't get all the hate for Windblade, I don't really care for the head, too weird looking, I might paint over her facial makeup.

Also, has anybody tried supergluing her heels? I've watched the reviews, they wouldn't look to awful permanently fixed in vehicle mode.

Windblade isn't that bad, I don't like her enough to buy though. If it was the Sarah Stone version of Windblade in figure form that would be a different story. Love Nightbeat though I changed his weapon first thing.

i don't get why they chose the bumble bee mold for night beat when they first showed us the jazz mold even the art work shows that

i don't get why they chose the bumble bee mold for night beat when they first showed us the jazz mold even the art work shows that

Why is it that I see Kang from the marvel universe in Jhiaxus? There heads seem very similar. The most resemblance I see is on the comic.

my opinion of nightbeat is a mixed bag. the original mold choice (RTS jazz) is vastly superior, but not for the character. the IDW bee mold suits the character much more. though that bee mold left me really disappointed.

i wont be skipping any figures from this assortment. they all look great!

cant wait to get my hands on this wave.

Can't wait to get Windblade! Those images are always fascinating.

Seeing Windblade now...

The whole Chinese Geisha look and feel with the face paint is amazing. With AOE having a whole spin of that culture it definitely ties in very nicely. Detailing alone is enough for me... Considering Hasbro's history of missing the fine details... This is probably one of my new favorites...

Hasbro Toy Shop also now has her back available for pre-order / order now. 20% coupon helps!

KnightAero wrote:Seeing Windblade now...

The whole Chinese Geisha look and feel with the face paint is amazing. With AOE having a whole spin of that culture it definitely ties in very nicely. Detailing alone is enough for me... Considering Hasbro's history of missing the fine details... This is probably one of my new favorites...

It's actually Japanese Kabuki theater themed. Far different.

Madeus Prime wrote:

KnightAero wrote:Seeing Windblade now...

The whole Chinese Geisha look and feel with the face paint is amazing. With AOE having a whole spin of that culture it definitely ties in very nicely. Detailing alone is enough for me... Considering Hasbro's history of missing the fine details... This is probably one of my new favorites...

It's actually Japanese Kabuki theater themed. Far different.

Ah... Well now I know...

Definitely great to bring in adversity into the lines either way

KnightAero wrote:

Madeus Prime wrote:

KnightAero wrote:Seeing Windblade now...

The whole Chinese Geisha look and feel with the face paint is amazing. With AOE having a whole spin of that culture it definitely ties in very nicely. Detailing alone is enough for me... Considering Hasbro's history of missing the fine details... This is probably one of my new favorites...

It's actually Japanese Kabuki theater themed. Far different.

Ah... Well now I know...

Definitely great to bring in adversity into the lines either way

Oh yeah, totally, I'm not arguing with you, just pointing out a fact

I really am excited to get her, hoping a bit of superglue will fix her heels.

Madeus Prime wrote:

KnightAero wrote:

Madeus Prime wrote:

KnightAero wrote:Seeing Windblade now...

The whole Chinese Geisha look and feel with the face paint is amazing. With AOE having a whole spin of that culture it definitely ties in very nicely. Detailing alone is enough for me... Considering Hasbro's history of missing the fine details... This is probably one of my new favorites...

It's actually Japanese Kabuki theater themed. Far different.

Ah... Well now I know...

Definitely great to bring in adversity into the lines either way

Oh yeah, totally, I'm not arguing with you, just pointing out a fact

I really am excited to get her, hoping a bit of superglue will fix her heels.

Ever tried the Pledge "FloorCare"? I have a bottle about to try on some my ROTF Bruticus and Superion. Other than the shiny parts seems less lethal...

KnightAero wrote:

Madeus Prime wrote:

KnightAero wrote:

Madeus Prime wrote:

KnightAero wrote:Seeing Windblade now...

The whole Chinese Geisha look and feel with the face paint is amazing. With AOE having a whole spin of that culture it definitely ties in very nicely. Detailing alone is enough for me... Considering Hasbro's history of missing the fine details... This is probably one of my new favorites...

It's actually Japanese Kabuki theater themed. Far different.

Ah... Well now I know...

Definitely great to bring in adversity into the lines either way

Oh yeah, totally, I'm not arguing with you, just pointing out a fact

I really am excited to get her, hoping a bit of superglue will fix her heels.

Ever tried the Pledge "FloorCare"? I have a bottle about to try on some my ROTF Bruticus and Superion. Other than the shiny parts seems less lethal...

Tried it on ball joints before, multiple coats, but it never really worked (My technique is to use electrical tape). I don't think making the heels permanently extended will make her jet mode too horrible looking.

What about just adding a layer of clear coat to the detachable heel pieces to make it firmer to move those parts?

I just opened up my Gears with "Eclipse" and Acid Storm with "Venin" packs. I'm happy with this printing of the "Flanker" mold. The nosecone and peg handle fold back properly in robot mode on my Eclipse so that he can stand flat footed. My Flanker figure is always tipping forward.
Venin is a rubbery mess! Almost all of the plastic is soft to the point of being rubber. It's like he's half decoy or something.

Even the smallest of Transformers can't escape the galleries of Seibertron.com. These newest subjects include Generations Legends Class Nemesis Prime with Spinister and Cliffjumper with Supressor. They are redecos of Optimus Prime and Bumblebee from the same line only with switched Target Master partners.

Speaking of their Target Master partners, let's take a look at them. Spinister is a redeco of Blazemaster getting his name and deco from G1 Spinister while Supressor is a redeco of Roller. Click on any of the images to see the full galleries.

Generations Nemesis Prime








Generations Spinister






Generations Cliffjumper








Generations Suppressor

I wonder how many people gave the rifle that came with Cliffjumper to Nemesis Prime. I'm on the fence myself whether to do it or not.

RiddlerJ wrote:I wonder how many people gave the rifle that came with Cliffjumper to Nemesis Prime. I'm on the fence myself whether to do it or not.

Nope, I gave it and Spinister to TFSS Scourge and stuffed Nemi into storage.

It's been two months and I still can't find these on shelves.

OptimalOptimus2 wrote:It's been two months and I still can't find these on shelves.

Have patience, the retailers are really dragging on this. Meijer and Target have been the best bet in Indiana, but even then Ionly started seeing these figures a few weeks ago. No sign of Gears yett

RiddlerJ wrote:I wonder how many people gave the rifle that came with Cliffjumper to Nemesis Prime. I'm on the fence myself whether to do it or not.

I actually outfitted them as they came, when I first bought them, but Suppressor kept making Cliffy fall over, so I gave up and swapped them out. Not sure why they chose to weapon swap those two, but Acid Storm and Gears are just straight repaints of Scream and Swerve.

The new year continues on and so do the galleries of Seibertron.com. As the Thrilling 30 anniversary campaign comes to a close, we present the last Generations Thrilling 30 Voyager Class figure Brainstorm with Arcana.

This particular incarnation of Brainstorm is based on Nick Roche's design for More Than Meets The Eye even though that character is not a headmaster. He is also the first and so far only headmaster of the Generations line while being only the second Brainstorm figure after the original G1 toy.

Click on any of the images below to access the full galleries.


Generations Brainstorm














Generations Arcana

I'm still waiting for my Chromedome reissue...
That figure just looks like so much fun.

Convoy wrote:I'm still waiting for my Chomedome reissue...
That figure just looks like so much fun.

Chromedome reissue?

Sabrblade wrote:

Convoy wrote:I'm still waiting for my Chomedome reissue...
That figure just looks like so much fun.

Chromedome reissue?

Yes, Chromedome. (stupid auto correct.)
My Fort Max needs someone to yell at.

Convoy wrote:

Sabrblade wrote:

Convoy wrote:I'm still waiting for my Chomedome reissue...
That figure just looks like so much fun.

Chromedome reissue?

Yes, Chromedome. (stupid auto correct.)
My Fort Max needs someone to yell at.

i think he's questioning you because theres no news of chromedome on the horizon. or any other headmasters for that matter.

shajaki wrote:

Convoy wrote:

Sabrblade wrote:

Convoy wrote:I'm still waiting for my Chomedome reissue...
That figure just looks like so much fun.

Chromedome reissue?

Yes, Chromedome. (stupid auto correct.)
My Fort Max needs someone to yell at.

i think he's questioning you because theres no news of chromedome on the horizon. or any other headmasters for that matter.

Indeed. This is why I'm still waiting.

shajaki wrote:

Convoy wrote:

Sabrblade wrote:

Convoy wrote:I'm still waiting for my Chomedome reissue...
That figure just looks like so much fun.

Chromedome reissue?

Yes, Chromedome. (stupid auto correct.)
My Fort Max needs someone to yell at.

i think he's questioning you because theres no news of chromedome on the horizon. or any other headmasters for that matter.

No, no, none of that matters. How does autocorrect accept Chomedome, which Chome isn't even a word, and replace Chromedome with it?

SW's SilverHammer wrote:

shajaki wrote:

Convoy wrote:

Sabrblade wrote:

Convoy wrote:I'm still waiting for my Chomedome reissue...
That figure just looks like so much fun.

Chromedome reissue?

Yes, Chromedome. (stupid auto correct.)
My Fort Max needs someone to yell at.

i think he's questioning you because theres no news of chromedome on the horizon. or any other headmasters for that matter.

No, no, none of that matters. How does autocorrect accept Chomedome, which Chome isn't even a word, and replace Chromedome with it?

I know, right? It hurts my brain too.

We insist, in this first week of the new solar year, in bringing you the usual Seibertron.com treatment for toys. Today's offering continues the Generations streak, and brings two new characters to the site. One of these figures has been expected by fans for a good quarter of a century, Generations Arcee. Included in the Arcee package are the Deluxe sized figure, her generous accessories (two guns, two swords), and Series 2 No. 0021 Arcee comic book.

The other character you'll see below is a heavy remold of PRiD Arcee, also known as Windblade's bodyguard, Generations Chromia. While she is a remold of PRiD Arcee, she bears startlingly few similarities, other than the obvious alt-mode of a motorcycle. Included with the Deluxe sized Chromia are her pistol and Series 2 no. 0022 Chromia comic book.

Click on any of the images below for latest arrivals Arcee and Chromia!

Generations Arcee






















Generations Chromia

Arcee is a great toy. She looks exactly like she should. The only weak point as far as I'm concearned are those swords. It's like they're included, because she was too small for the price point and Hasbro decided that there had to be some sort of compensation.

I still want a Chromia. She looks good, but he vehicle mode is smaller than that of PRID Arcee? Tiiiiny!

Amazing

Wow, looking at Chromia next to PRID Arcee in vehicle mode. If I didn't already know for a fact that Chromia was an extensive remold of that toy, I could never have guessed it. That's some good use of new tooling by Hasbro, nearly completely unrecognizable. Robot mode, not so much, that torso's a dead giveaway, but dang, that bike mode.

Also, I nearly spat out my drink when I got to the picture of Arcee trying to turn Daniel into her head. Well played, sir.

Chromia's cold dead eyes. X_X

I prefer the open hand Arcee, think it just looks better, esp when you shave that bit of plastic off on the bottom.

mooncake623 wrote:I prefer the open hand Arcee, think it just looks better, esp when you shave that bit of plastic off on the bottom.

The open hand looks better, but I wish mine was a closed hand. I feel more confident about it not breaking. Can the weapon handles push trough all the way on the closed hand versions because there's a stop in the opens hand ones?

RiddlerJ wrote:

mooncake623 wrote:I prefer the open hand Arcee, think it just looks better, esp when you shave that bit of plastic off on the bottom.

The open hand looks better, but I wish mine was a closed hand. I feel more confident about it not breaking. Can the weapon handles push trough all the way on the closed hand versions because there's a stop in the opens hand ones?

yea, I shaved the stop off at the bottom and it can hold the weapons fine. I don't feel like it's going to break. but do be careful cause it is quite thin.