New Images of Transformers United Cliffjumper and More!

El Duque wrote:Cliffjumper looks great, though I would prefer him in Hasbro colors.

Ditto, not a fan of the metallic paint either.

CJ has two Megsys to shoot the faceplate off of them now OOOHH SHINY PAINT

That Classics Megatron re-release looks better without the chrome

I know the head will fit, I just wonder if it'll look okay on Classic CJ's body.

I like Chromey Classics Megs, will have to pick him up.

the wfc megatron looks so much better, hoping to see what they did to prime.

Is it just me, or does Cliffjumper look...girly?

I already have henkei Megs, so that's a pass, and I don't love the WFC Megs, so I'm import free on this set!

But yeah, Cliffy looks a bit too feminine for some reason.

Powermaster Jazz wrote:That Classics Megatron re-release looks better without the chrome

You sure? *Compares his Henkei Megs with United Megs* Nope, I'm not seeing things. Megatron has not only lost the chrome, but a lot of paint apps as well.

Bumblebee is just perfect: no chrome, no stripes, just plain yellow. Actually makes me glad I missed out on him. The rest I'll just skip and get the Hasbro versions instead. By the by, would the use of the Deluxe mold for Optimus Prime be a sign that the Voyager mold has degraded beyond use?

Megatron's paint looks better this time around but I still wish they had decked him out in silver like the G1 toy. Now that would have been a real improvement.

I quite like the look of Cliffjumper, he's a bit on the thin side but the head looks nice.

I think you may well be right about Optimus, it would certainly explain why Takara Tomy haven't released Ultra Magnus, Nemesis Prime or Sleep mode Prime.

JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:

Powermaster Jazz wrote:That Classics Megatron re-release looks better without the chrome

You sure? *Compares his Henkei Megs with United Megs* Nope, I'm not seeing things. Megatron has not only lost the chrome, but a lot of paint apps as well.

Well i think he looks better, to each is own

I'm guessing that these are the deluxe OP and BB molds that were found in Wal-Mart's computer system yesterday.

I believe this mean that the Generations G1 Prime and Bumblebee in the wallmart computers will be the same as these.

Also I think the henkei version of Megatron is still the best use of that mold.

What Megs Mould is that? The original Classics Voyager one or the Hasbro "special edition" one?

I've confused myself again.

Pretender Skywarp wrote:What Megs Mould is that? The original Classics Voyager one or the Hasbro "special edition" one?

I've confused myself again.

I said "Voyager". The Deluxe one is a tank, inspired by G2.

WFC Megs is fantastic! Why does it seem to blow away the HASBRO one?

whats with the takara and their new found love of shiny paint >.>

cannonfodder4000 wrote:whats with the takara and their new found love of shiny paint >.>

New found?

JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:

Powermaster Jazz wrote:That Classics Megatron re-release looks better without the chrome

You sure? *Compares his Henkei Megs with United Megs* Nope, I'm not seeing things. Megatron has not only lost the chrome, but a lot of paint apps as well.

Bumblebee is just perfect: no chrome, no stripes, just plain yellow. Actually makes me glad I missed out on him. The rest I'll just skip and get the Hasbro versions instead. By the by, would the use of the Deluxe mold for Optimus Prime be a sign that the Voyager mold has degraded beyond use?

Agreed on United/Henkei Megs. Too many missing paint apps, but still a good option for those who missed out on Henkei. I might pick up United WFC Megs if comparison shots turn out to be highly favorable. The rest I'll probably pass on, although Soundwave looks tempting.

I don't think this means the Classics Voyager mold is unusable, because the Seeker mold is still in use. This may just be a sign that the Prime & Bee listings at Walmart are in fact rereleases of the deluxes.

Cliffjumper looks good, so hopefully his US release turns out to be comparable. I may still pass on him, unless I get a lot of the things on my wish list first.

The re-issue of BB is great news for me. I missed out on the entire line, so BB will be a buy on sight. I'm not too pumped for Prime though. I really like his bot mode. But I wish they had re-issued Voyager Prime instead. IMO that Prime has a much better Alt-Mode and fits in better size-wise.

I like Cliff a lot better than Bee. New Voyager Megs is ok but I got the Henkei, no need to repeat when theres so many other nice things coming. WFC Megs is much nicer than Hasbro's one. In fact, all the WFC toys look improved.

Straxus wasn't a toy I was overly worried about (if they gave me his head in a jar, as an accessory, I'd love it though) so I can't say I notice much difference. Classics BB is pretty nice, still has silver bumpers, but it's G1 enough colours that I could theoretically be tempted to buy the mold again. Classics Deluxe Prime is pretty cool in those colours too, but I have the first version and can't say I'm overly eager to spend more money on it again (I don't hate it though). Drift looks the same to me.

cannonfodder4000 wrote:whats with the takara and their new found love of shiny paint >.>

What's with the western hatred towars metallic paint? Personally, I think it brings out a more in-depth and realistic feel to the metal these characters would don. To each his own in the end but I still don't understand it.

--B-- wrote:Is it just me, or does Cliffjumper look...girly?

Hahaha, I think a sneer or frown would've toughened up his appearance a little, making him look a wee bit more masculine.

Don't get me wrong; I think he looks GREAT! Too bad the US version won't be so shiny (bummer!).

I'm really liking Cliffjumpers head and the shininess.

All the WFC figures look good, but again why do the keep on insisting to give the figures the silver faction symbol and it's always the Decepticon.

Voyager Megatron sure has lost a lot of paint apps, he'll definitely be a pass.

Drift doesn't look to have any changes, wonder where the shiny is?

Darkmount doesn't look much different either, he should have been a darker blue.

Deluxe Prime actually looks good but I've already told myself no to that mold.

Bumblebee's rerelease looks pretty good I may have to buy him again. Now Takara make cliffjumper and a new head would be great.

Took a peek at Drift and Straxus and where in the hell is the chrome??? or will it be no chrome this time and just shinier paint apps? if thats the case Takara maybe not be worth buying and ill stick with hasbros versions....doubt it though.

kirbenvost wrote:I don't think this means the Classics Voyager mold is unusable, because the Seeker mold is still in use.

The Seeker mold is a special case since there's not one, but two main versions of it. Here's a breakdown:

Version 1:
- Classics Skywarp to Acid Storm
- Generations Thrust & Dirge
- Gentei Ghost Starscream

Version 2:
- Most Henkei and Gentei releases
- Universe 2.0 Starscream

Version 2 is the more "degraded" one, despite it being newer.

Gotta admit, that TAK Megatron repaint looks better than the Henkei. May have to pick that one up. Waiting to see the WFC Magnus. I believe he will be a WFC Prime re-paint?

If this Cliffjumper's head will fit onto the old classics Cliffjumper's body I foresee a lot of headhunting.

Stockade wrote:Took a peek at Drift and Straxus and where in the hell is the chrome??? or will it be no chrome this time and just shinier paint apps? if thats the case Takara maybe not be worth buying and ill stick with hasbros versions....doubt it though.

I'm not sure, but they might still be the Hasbro versions (Drift and Straxus, that is) as I can't find a difference between those pics and the Hasbro version.

WFC Megatron and Optimus look real bad-ass. They're must haves.

Not too fussed about the rest of the WFC figures as I'm not a fan of the designs, although I may have to get Cliffjumper just to see what the head looks like on his Classics self.

The re-release Bumblebee and Optimus are passes but I am intrigued by that Megatron. Always felt there was too much red on the Henkei one.

And unless there's a difference in the two Generations figures that we can't see, they're passes also.

Still, all are awesome figures and it gives me hope for a further remolded Blurr. Maybe.

--B-- wrote:

Stockade wrote:Took a peek at Drift and Straxus and where in the hell is the chrome??? or will it be no chrome this time and just shinier paint apps? if thats the case Takara maybe not be worth buying and ill stick with hasbros versions....doubt it though.

I'm not sure, but they might still be the Hasbro versions (Drift and Straxus, that is) as I can't find a difference between those pics and the Hasbro version.

Look at the figures: no chrome. Conclusion: no chrome for United.

so is hasbro re-releasing classics 'bee? i missed out on him and i dont wanna pay 40 bucks for him.

JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:

Pretender Skywarp wrote:What Megs Mould is that? The original Classics Voyager one or the Hasbro "special edition" one?

I've confused myself again.

I said "Voyager". The Deluxe one is a tank, inspired by G2.

Thanks buddy, I don't own that mould so may have to pick one up.

Pretender Skywarp wrote:

JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:

Pretender Skywarp wrote:What Megs Mould is that? The original Classics Voyager one or the Hasbro "special edition" one?

I've confused myself again.

I said "Voyager". The Deluxe one is a tank, inspired by G2.

Thanks buddy, I don't own that mould so may have to pick one up.

Don't, unless mister Spinning-Tank-Barrel-for-a-Hand somehow fascinates you.

Really? I've got the G2 inspired one form the "Ultimate Battle" 2pk and was thinking of getting the SE one for the "G1 look", this one not worth it then?

Pretender Skywarp wrote:Really? I've got the G2 inspired one form the "Ultimate Battle" 2pk and was thinking of getting the SE one for the "G1 look", this one not worth it then?

Ah, that changes it. One thing though: the green "Ultimate Battle" has its feet misassembled, but the Special Edition corrected it.

JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:

kirbenvost wrote:I don't think this means the Classics Voyager mold is unusable, because the Seeker mold is still in use.

The Seeker mold is a special case since there's not one, but two main versions of it. Here's a breakdown:

Version 1:
- Classics Skywarp to Acid Storm
- Generations Thrust & Dirge
- Gentei Ghost Starscream

Version 2:
- Most Henkei and Gentei releases
- Universe 2.0 Starscream

Version 2 is the more "degraded" one, despite it being newer.

Really? Why did they make a second version when the sculpt of the toy is the same between the non-conehead seekers and the Henkei releases?

On topic, I've already noticed some extra paint apps on Takara's Soundwave. Purple detailing on the head and some silver outlining on the lower legs, there may be more. Depending on pricing I will probably be picking him up.

JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:

Pretender Skywarp wrote:Really? I've got the G2 inspired one form the "Ultimate Battle" 2pk and was thinking of getting the SE one for the "G1 look", this one not worth it then?

Ah, that changes it. One thing though: the green "Ultimate Battle" has its feet misassembled, but the Special Edition corrected it.

It's never even been out the box, the Mother-In-Law bought it for me, bless her!!

Pretender Skywarp wrote:

JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:

Pretender Skywarp wrote:Really? I've got the G2 inspired one form the "Ultimate Battle" 2pk and was thinking of getting the SE one for the "G1 look", this one not worth it then?

Ah, that changes it. One thing though: the green "Ultimate Battle" has its feet misassembled, but the Special Edition corrected it.

It's never even been out the box, the Mother-In-Law bought it for me, bless her!!

Bless all Transformers-buying-Mother-in-laws!

JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:

--B-- wrote:

Stockade wrote:Took a peek at Drift and Straxus and where in the hell is the chrome??? or will it be no chrome this time and just shinier paint apps? if thats the case Takara maybe not be worth buying and ill stick with hasbros versions....doubt it though.

I'm not sure, but they might still be the Hasbro versions (Drift and Straxus, that is) as I can't find a difference between those pics and the Hasbro version.

Look at the figures: no chrome. Conclusion: no chrome for United.

All the other figures have shiny paint not present in the Hasbro releases, whereas Drift and Straxus do not. I think they are just place holders for the moment.

Cliffjumper looks very nice!

That voyager megs looks TERRIBLE!

like a KO version of the original or something, missing paint apps on the cannon, shoulder, waist, no chrome. what a piece of crap.

CJ looks good, nothing here warrants importing in my opinion though

you can mark me amongst the north american haters of metallic paint.

Oh, I'm liking that metallic paint on WFC Bumblebee. I'm very tempted.

Cliffjumper looks great.

I think I actually prefer the United Megatron over the Henkei, based on photos. I never liked the chrome on the chest. Anywhere else and it wouldn't have bothered me that much. But on the other hand, the unpainted Decepticon symbol on the United version's cannon bugs me, and makes me think there could be a few more paint apps added. I've never bought from Takara before...would they really leave a faction symbol unpainted?

the chrome on Henkei Megs' chest wasn't all that great, but the chrome with black paint over it on his legs was frikkin awesome!

so much goodness coming it hurts.

i picked the wrong week to stop collecting transformers until spring

Henkei Megs had shinny paint and some chrome apps. The Destron sigil seems to have lost the indigo chrome.

WFC Megs on the other hand, well I'm not sure if it's the camera angle but his chest seems to be black(?) but his pelvis area is colored black to best reflect/homage the classic archetype from the 80's. Very Nice! The bucket helmet on the other hand, is it also painted?

These all look phenomenal! That Cliffjumper is just insane it's so flippin sweet! I really do hope Classics Bumblebee gets re-released here, and on top of that I hope that this will mark a trend for re-released A-listers in the Classics line!

fenrir72 wrote:
WFC Megs on the other hand, well I'm not sure if it's the camera angle but his chest seems to be black(?) but his pelvis area is colored black to best reflect/homage the classic archetype from the 80's. Very Nice! The bucket helmet on the other hand, is it also painted?

I think it's only dark grey.

Here's hoping they do a US version of that Voyager Megatron, with a paint scheme like that. Heck, if they don't I'll get the United one anyways.

EDIT: Someone forgot to move the knee guards up on Voyager Megatron, I want to see that red detailing on the legs.

And then the Japanese fans met Drift.

Wonder what his pack-in comic will be like, if there is one.