New Super7 Transformers Ultimates Bazai-Tron, Bombshell, Starscream and Optimus revealed!

cruizerdave wrote:Why does Optimus come with a shiny intestine?

toycave_studios wrote:Instead of making $55 dollar P.O.S. figures, how about we get a updated Voyager sized Banzai-Tron?? Jeebus Cricket.. this is atrocious. I can't believe how overpriced these garbage heaps are. I'd say maybe 12 dollars max but wtf. Glad someone out there will like them tho! But if we don't buy them maybe they'll stop making them and allocate resources to better figures. Ugh.

Sculyblast wrote:Can anyone explain to me what the use is of "Transformers" that do not transform?
I see them everywhere. It just doesn't make any sense to me.

Burn wrote:If you're going to re-do Action Masters, then maybe I dunno ... make them affordable and not hard to get?

Burn wrote:If you're going to re-do Action Masters, then maybe I dunno ... make them affordable and not hard to get?

AcademyofDrX wrote:Are you trying to act like Action Masters aren't Transformers? They're G1, which everyone knows is the only real Transformers. Kids these days, no respect for the history.

Nexus Knight wrote:

AcademyofDrX wrote:Are you trying to act like Action Masters aren't Transformers? They're G1, which everyone knows is the only real Transformers. Kids these days, no respect for the history.

Dude... they were a dumb concept then and they are now. Why take away the main gimmick of a toy and still say it's that? Yes, they had transforming items with them, but... any regular toy can have equipment that changes forms, so that's not even special.

Nexus Knight wrote:

AcademyofDrX wrote:Are you trying to act like Action Masters aren't Transformers? They're G1, which everyone knows is the only real Transformers. Kids these days, no respect for the history.

Dude... they were a dumb concept then and they are now. Why take away the main gimmick of a toy and still say it's that? Yes, they had transforming items with them, but... any regular toy can have equipment that changes forms, so that's not even special.

Nexus Knight wrote:

AcademyofDrX wrote:Are you trying to act like Action Masters aren't Transformers? They're G1, which everyone knows is the only real Transformers. Kids these days, no respect for the history.

Dude... they were a dumb concept then and they are now. Why take away the main gimmick of a toy and still say it's that? Yes, they had transforming items with them, but... any regular toy can have equipment that changes forms, so that's not even special.

Burn wrote:

Nexus Knight wrote:

AcademyofDrX wrote:Are you trying to act like Action Masters aren't Transformers? They're G1, which everyone knows is the only real Transformers. Kids these days, no respect for the history.

Dude... they were a dumb concept then and they are now. Why take away the main gimmick of a toy and still say it's that? Yes, they had transforming items with them, but... any regular toy can have equipment that changes forms, so that's not even special.

I 100% agree with you, BUT ... Action Masters exist. If every other gimmick is getting a modern take, then why not Action Masters?

Having collected several last year, they have NOT held up well at all (much like a few G1 figures), so a modern update with decent joints would not go astray at all.

-Kanrabat- wrote:

Burn wrote:

Nexus Knight wrote:

AcademyofDrX wrote:Are you trying to act like Action Masters aren't Transformers? They're G1, which everyone knows is the only real Transformers. Kids these days, no respect for the history.

Dude... they were a dumb concept then and they are now. Why take away the main gimmick of a toy and still say it's that? Yes, they had transforming items with them, but... any regular toy can have equipment that changes forms, so that's not even special.

I 100% agree with you, BUT ... Action Masters exist. If every other gimmick is getting a modern take, then why not Action Masters?

Having collected several last year, they have NOT held up well at all (much like a few G1 figures), so a modern update with decent joints would not go astray at all.

Amen.

And I think with that Banzaitron, they nailed it. Even with the "transforming" pet.
Too bad that for me and you, it's a 100$ figure.
If a Canadian online retailer pick him up and the overall price is cheaper than importing from the USA, I'm thinking of getting him regardless. I'll wait for a video review though, to see if he'll be a kind of "Masterpiece" Banzaitron.

Immortal Starscream wrote:sadly, even with all that, this line is still not for me. Though obviously I will have to buy the Starscream.

griftimus prime wrote:they sucked then and they suck now. hasbro should have already made these things into great transformable figures.

Evil Eye wrote:Ehhhhhhhh...

The idea of Actionmaster remakes itself? Sure, why not. But these don't look great, to me at least. Articulation looks very, very limited- single jointed elbows and knees, no torso joints at all, no bicep swivels etc. And for a minimum of $55 a figure, there's better things I could be buying for that money. I feel like if you're gonna do non-transforming Transformers for that price they should be super-articulated to compensate.

Banzaitron does LOOK cool though, I will say that.

griftimus prime wrote:they sucked then and they suck now. hasbro should have already made these things into great transformable figures.

Evil Eye wrote:Ehhhhhhhh...

The idea of Actionmaster remakes itself? Sure, why not. But these don't look great, to me at least. Articulation looks very, very limited- single jointed elbows and knees, no torso joints at all, no bicep swivels etc. And for a minimum of $55 a figure, there's better things I could be buying for that money. I feel like if you're gonna do non-transforming Transformers for that price they should be super-articulated to compensate.

Sowndwave76 wrote:

Evil Eye wrote:Ehhhhhhhh...

The idea of Actionmaster remakes itself? Sure, why not. But these don't look great, to me at least. Articulation looks very, very limited- single jointed elbows and knees, no torso joints at all, no bicep swivels etc. And for a minimum of $55 a figure, there's better things I could be buying for that money. I feel like if you're gonna do non-transforming Transformers for that price they should be super-articulated to compensate.

Agreed. And not only should they be more articulated, there should be more going on visually. For me, either more screen-accurate, or more stylized and "animated". I guess I mean more dynamic-looking in both paint apps and even sculpt. This in-between appearance looks really blehhhh.

Jeddostotle7 wrote:If they're anything like Super7's other Ultimates figures (they will be), the minimal articulation in these promo images/test shots is not representative of the final product. The final figures will almost certainly have articulation on par with other 6-7 inch lines in terms of points of articulation, if potentially slightly sub-average in terms of range.

Jeddostotle7 wrote:

Evil Eye wrote:Ehhhhhhhh...

The idea of Actionmaster remakes itself? Sure, why not. But these don't look great, to me at least. Articulation looks very, very limited- single jointed elbows and knees, no torso joints at all, no bicep swivels etc. And for a minimum of $55 a figure, there's better things I could be buying for that money. I feel like if you're gonna do non-transforming Transformers for that price they should be super-articulated to compensate.

Banzaitron does LOOK cool though, I will say that.

If they're anything like Super7's other Ultimates figures (they will be), the minimal articulation in these promo images/test shots is not representative of the final product. The final figures will almost certainly have articulation on par with other 6-7 inch lines in terms of points of articulation, if potentially slightly sub-average in terms of range.

Jelze Bunnycat wrote:

Jeddostotle7 wrote:

Evil Eye wrote:Ehhhhhhhh...

The idea of Actionmaster remakes itself? Sure, why not. But these don't look great, to me at least. Articulation looks very, very limited- single jointed elbows and knees, no torso joints at all, no bicep swivels etc. And for a minimum of $55 a figure, there's better things I could be buying for that money. I feel like if you're gonna do non-transforming Transformers for that price they should be super-articulated to compensate.

Banzaitron does LOOK cool though, I will say that.

If they're anything like Super7's other Ultimates figures (they will be), the minimal articulation in these promo images/test shots is not representative of the final product. The final figures will almost certainly have articulation on par with other 6-7 inch lines in terms of points of articulation, if potentially slightly sub-average in terms of range.

I'm curious: what types of joints have you seen on the others? Hinges, swivels, or combination thereof?

chuckdawg1999 wrote:Stupid question, do the action master partners transform at all?

Dead Metal wrote:I might pick one up since I am kinda interested. The picks we got to see so far are a bit disappointing though.
The Ultimates line in general seems to be kinda inkonsistent?
The MOTU stuff kinda look like the original Matty Collector Classics, the Thundercats seem to be in the same style.
The Conan ones look like they're trying to be realistic, but have weird muscles. The TMNT look like giant versions of the original toys just made more ugly.

YoungPrime wrote:What is with Hasbro authorizing these non-transforming Tarns????!

Do they want 3rd party to continue eating their lunch? The irony is sick considering this was a character in comics who constantly ran through transformation cogs. And then there's the price for this line..... If some of you love it, fine, enjoy!

To me it feels like HasTak is painting themselves in the corner by releasing the same G1 characters from Seasons 1-3 over and over again, while I can name a good thirty characters that haven't seen any CHUG love in the past 15 years except for maybe that overpriced BotCon mess.

Other than that BW movie what else does Hasbro have in store fore retail two years from now? I mean other than 20 more OP's Bee's, Megatron's and Starcreams...

chuckdawg1999 wrote:Stupid question, do the action master partners transform at all?

Banzai-Tron comes with his Action Master partner Razor-Sharp, and his Photon Neutralizer that combine to form his massive Semi-Automatic Gun!

Master of the Cybertronian martial art of Metallikato, Bludgeon is a highly skilled, ferocious Decepticon warrior. If you’re not familiar with Bludgeon, he’s a leader of the Mayhem Attack Squad, which should give you some insight into his character. This highly-articulated Transformers ULTIMATES! figure of Bludgeon is inspired by the vintage toy and comics, standing 8.5” in his helmet and featuring interchangeable heads and hands along with an assortment of hand-to-hand combat weapons ready to mete out punishment upon any Autobots that cross him. There’s also a comic-inspired wire bundle that plugs into the bottom of Bludgeon’s head, as if it has been ripped off! You’re not seriously going to pass on the opportunity to add a martial arts Transformer to your ULTIMATES collection, are you?

Accessories:

2 interchangeable heads
Toy-inspired head
Comic-inspired head
6 interchangeable hands
Head wire bundle (comic-inspired)
Katana & sheath
Wakizashi & sheath
Tank blaster
Ion blaster (toy-inspired)
Turret shield (toy-inspired)

“Me Grimlock!” One of the most powerful and feared of all Autobots, the only challenge beyond Grimlock’s capabilities is basic pronoun usage, but grammatical shortcomings aside, the Dinobot leader can go toe-to-toe with even the mightiest of Decepticon foes on the battlefield. This 9” highly-articulated Transformers ULTIMATES! figure of Grimlock in Dino Mode features G1 accurate paint deco and an arsenal of accessories that even include his time as a waiter. One more note we saved for the end, you’ll also get Autobot Wheelie, his friend! He can ride on Grimlock’s back, ready to go on the attack! Action, not diplomacy, is Grimlock’s forte, so in his spirit, just add this mighty warrior to your Transformers collection!

Accessories:

6x interchangeable hands
Mind-transfer helmet
Soft goods waiter apron
Serving tray
6x drinkware
Fish
King Crown
Wheelie

“Peace through Tyranny!” Megatron is the big bad of the Transformers universe for a reason. Actually, many, many reasons. Tremendous strength, military acumen, and ruthless aggression meant to inspire terror are just a few of his “finer” qualities. This 8” highly-articulated Transformers ULTIMATES! figure of Megatron features G1 accurate paint deco and interchangeable heads and hands. With an arsenal of other accessories, this figure is every bit as well equipped as you’d expect the leader of the fearsome Decepticons to be. Adding this Megatron ULTIMATES! figure to your collection is as inevitable as the fear he instills in his foes!

Accessories:

3x interchangeable heads
Regular head
Power-hungry head
Head with mind control helmet
6x interchangeable hands
Hand holding Energon cube
Anti-matter chest
Kremzeek
Chemical flask
Laser sword
Blaster
Pearl of Bahoudin
2x energy mace

Tracks is totally awesome! Just ask him, he’ll tell you! Considering that his non-robot transformations are a sports car AND a jet plane, it’s kinda hard to argue with him. The Transformers ULTIMATES! figure of Tracks features G1 accurate paint deco and interchangeable heads and hands, measuring in at 7.5” in height when fully equipped with his wings and missiles. With an arsenal of weapons and other accessories inspired by both the cartoon and the vintage toy, this Autobot diva is equipped to the nines! Love to hate him or hate to love him, either way, he’s a key member of the Autobots- and seeing that he once risked his life defending San Francisco, he’s near and dear to Super7’s heart.

Accessories:

2 x interchangeable heads
Regular head
Evil Alien Robot Head
6x interchangeable hands
Tank (vintage toy inspired)
Ion blaster (vintage toy inspired)
Ion blaster (cartoon inspired)
Blaster boombox