Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream

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Via Hasbro directly, and the part of their website that caters to media and investors, we have their new Corporate Social Responsibility report for the year 2018 - and along with all the various ways in which the company is pledging its commitments, we also have another look at some fairly small and low resolution renders of the Transformers Authentics character models for Bumblebee, Grimlock, Starscream and Megatron!

We've seen some of these already under the 'evergreen' nickname, but this is probably our best look yet, so check them out below. Also, head here to read more on the 113 page document from Hasbro, if that is up your alley.

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Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1930340)
Posted by The Lonely Cracker on January 7th, 2018 @ 2:00pm CST

I've said it before, I'll say it again: Absolutely in love with these designs ;)^

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1930341)
Posted by Sunstar on January 7th, 2018 @ 2:10pm CST

Well, love 'em or not, Screamer will be mine. The artwork is sweet.

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1930369)
Posted by Wolfman Jake on January 7th, 2018 @ 6:09pm CST

Va'al wrote:

If only Hasbro had designed PotP Starscream after this "Evergreen"/"Authentics" design instead. It would have been a smash hit, I'm certain.

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1930370)
Posted by chuckdawg1999 on January 7th, 2018 @ 6:16pm CST

It kinda looks like RID Starscream

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1930397)
Posted by william-james88 on January 7th, 2018 @ 11:32pm CST

Sunstar wrote:Well, love 'em or not, Screamer will be mine. The artwork is sweet.

I will wait until there are better toys based on these designs which may or may not happen since these designs werent really made with specific toys in mind)

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1930412)
Posted by angtre on January 8th, 2018 @ 2:27am CST

A nice design for Starscream for sure, but I'm more curious about Megatron and Grimlock, since I fear that this line might be similar to the "Classic" one, and those two, well, s**ked a bit in that one.

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931446)
Posted by Va'al on January 14th, 2018 @ 5:06am CST

After the renders we recently saw in our news cycle, we now have the official stock images again (first seen here) - and listings, though not actually in stock - on the US side of the market for the latest toyline from Hasbro: Transformers Authentics. Coming directly onto the HasbroToyShop website, and priced each at $4.99, Optimus Prime, Megatron, Bumblebee, and Starscream can be seen though not ordered, and we get a better description of the figures.

Check them out below, look at our previous coverage of some of the figures here, and join the discussion!

Transformers Authentics figures feature popular Transformers characters at a 4.5-inch scale. Experience the excitement of Transformers conversion play with this Transformers Authentics Optimus Prime figure. It changes from robot mode to truck mode and back in just 4 easy steps. Choose a side and collect other Transformers Authentics figures to stage epic Autobot vs. Decepticon battles (each sold separately. Subject to availability).

Optimus Prime is the legendary leader of the Autobots known for his wisdom, courage, and strength on the battlefield. He fights to protect the freedom of all beings in the universe, ensuring his friends and allies are safe from evil Decepticons.

Transformers Authentics figures bring the exciting conversion play you can come to expect from a Transformers figure. Transformers Authentics figures are a great way to start any Transformers collection.[/quote]

Bumblebee is a heroic Autobot scout who’s always ready to fight for the safety of his friends and fellow Autobots. He’s one of the most loyal bots out there, so his allies know they can count on Bumblebee to be there when they need him.

Megatron is the evil leader of the Decepticons. He will do anything to increase his personal power and the strength of the bots on his side. Megatron is ruthless and serves no one but himself, and believes that one day he will rule the universe.

Starscream is the treacherous Decepticon second-in-command. He believes himself to be the only bot in the universe capable of leading the Decepticons to victory over the Autobots. Starscream is thus always looking to remove Megatron from his throne.

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931456)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 14th, 2018 @ 7:39am CST

If I ever find them in the wild, I'd like at least Megatron. He look neat. ;)^

Bee and Optimus just look sad in both modes while Starscream transform like one of those matchbox car. Pathetic.

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931459)
Posted by Emerje on January 14th, 2018 @ 8:36am CST

Technically they aren't listed on HTS yet, the links from those product pages are all bad.

At least they've finally confirmed that the line is in fact called "Transformers Authentics".

Emerje

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931462)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 14th, 2018 @ 9:11am CST

Emerje wrote:
At least they've finally confirmed that the line is in fact called "Transformers Authentics".

Emerje

They call this like "Authentic" because they want to assure us those are official Transformers, not Dollar Store KOs. :lol:

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931596)
Posted by Ultra Markus on January 14th, 2018 @ 10:58pm CST

they war far worse than those voyager size walgreens exclusives with no knee joints

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931770)
Posted by william-james88 on January 15th, 2018 @ 9:38pm CST

Soon after the recent appearance of the Authentics 4.5" toys on HTS, finally confirming the name of this series, Hasbro now updates their online database to include two new additions to the line we were unaware of thus far. They are none other than Bumblebee and Optimus Prime but in a 7 inch scale. This 7" class also features Grimlock, and he can be found below as well along with their product descriptions which specify that Bumblebee and Optimus convert in 4 steps (that info is erroneously left out of Grimlock's description). Like the 4.5" toys, these are based on the Evergreen designs. While they are new toys, both Optimus and Bumblebee seem to be upscaled versions of those same toys with added articulation. You can see images of the 4.5" toys here for comparison to these 7" toys.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
Transformers Authentics figures feature popular Transformers characters at a 7-inch scale. Experience the excitement of Transformers conversion play with this Transformers Authentics Bumblebee figure. It changes from robot mode to sports car mode and back in just 4 easy steps. Choose a side and collect other Transformers Authentics figures to stage epic Autobot vs. Decepticon battles (each sold separately. Subject to availability).

Bumblebee is a heroic Autobot scout who’s always ready to fight for the safety of his friends and fellow Autobots. He’s one of the most loyal bots out there, so his allies know they can count on Bumblebee to be there when they need him.

Transformers Authentics figures bring the exciting conversion play you can come to expect from a Transformers figure. Transformers Authentics figures are a great way to start any Transformers collection.

• Includes: figure

• Transformers Authentics figure
• Choose your side: the heroic Autobots or the evil Decepticons
• Awesome Transformers converting action
• Convert from robot mode to sports car mode in 4 steps
• Drive circles around the Decepticons with the Autobot Scout Bumblebee

• Figure scale: 7 inches

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
Transformers Authentics figures feature popular Transformers characters at a 7-inch scale. Experience the excitement of Transformers conversion play with this Transformers Authentics Optimus Prime figure. It changes from robot mode to truck mode and back in just 4 easy steps. Choose a side and collect other Transformers Authentics figures to stage epic Autobot vs. Decepticon battles (each sold separately. Subject to availability).

Optimus Prime is the legendary leader of the Autobots. He is known for his wisdom, courage, and strength on the battlefield. He fights to protect the freedom of all beings in the universe, ensuring his friends and allies are safe from evil Decepticons.

Transformers Authentics figures bring the exciting conversion play you can come to expect from a Transformers figure. Transformers Authentics figures are a great way to start any Transformers collection.

• Includes: figure

• Transformers Authentics figure
• Choose your side: the heroic Autobots or the evil Decepticons
• Awesome Transformers converting action
• Convert from robot mode to truck mode in 4 steps
• Lead the Autobots with Optimus Prime

• Figure scale: 7 inches

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
Transformers Authentics figures feature popular Transformers characters at a 7-inch scale. Experience the excitement of Transformers conversion play with this Transformers Authentics Grimlock figure. It changes from robot mode to Dinobot mode and back in just 7 easy steps. Choose a side and collect other Transformers Authentics figures to stage epic Autobot vs. Decepticon battles (each sold separately. Subject to availability).

Grimlock is the powerful leader of the Dinobots. He is one of the strongest bots in the universe. When battling Decepticons, he prefers to let his feet, teeth, and tail do the talking. When Grimlock unleashed, no Decepticon can stop him!

Transformers Authentics figures bring the exciting conversion play you can come to expect from a Transformers figure. Transformers Authentics figures are a great way to start any Transformers collection.

• Includes: figure

• Transformers Authentics figure
• Choose your side: the heroic Autobots or the evil Decepticons
• Awesome Transformers converting action
• Convert from robot mode to Dinobot mode in steps
• Stomp Decepticons with the Dinobot Leader Grimlock

• Figure scale: 7 inches

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931772)
Posted by chuckdawg1999 on January 15th, 2018 @ 9:46pm CST

These will probably be the best figures of 2018

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931773)
Posted by Quantum Surge on January 15th, 2018 @ 9:51pm CST

They gave Bee elbow joints but no proper hip joints? Prime looks no better than his smaller form did. I guess Grimlock looks okay, but man does he really need more paint!

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931774)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 15th, 2018 @ 9:52pm CST

Those 7" versions of Bee and Optimus are still ugly asfak, but just giving them elbows is a great improvements that make the toys worthwhile. And those are better than the RiD and Movie 3 steps. That Grimlock also look pretty boss. Ironically better looking than the horrid PotP version!

If I ever see one in the wild, I may pick one up. Then, I'll get some painting practice. :-?

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931775)
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on January 15th, 2018 @ 10:00pm CST

Very silly question, but what team was responsible for the design of these toys?

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931776)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 15th, 2018 @ 10:05pm CST

JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:Very silly question, but what team was responsible for the design of these toys?

This one:

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931779)
Posted by william-james88 on January 15th, 2018 @ 10:31pm CST

-Kanrabat- wrote:Those 7" versions of Bee and Optimus are still ugly asfak, but just giving them elbows is a great improvements that make the toys worthwhile. And those are better than the RiD and Movie 3 steps.

I thought you really liked that RID 3 Step Grimlock.

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931780)
Posted by bacem on January 15th, 2018 @ 10:48pm CST

i am questioning the designer's decision to make optimus and bumblebee's elbow joint bend inside like a gorilla, when they are totally able to give a normal elbow bend on grimlock

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931788)
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on January 16th, 2018 @ 1:04am CST

For relative sizing purposes:

4.5" / 11.4 cm: between Legends & Deluxe Class
7" / 17.8 cm: Voyager Class

(used figures on hand)

... and the latter coming carded works against it when it comes to legitimacy at first sight. Generally speaking, figures of that size are usually boxed; KO's on the other hand are a different story. Not saying they're KO's, just that people will think that they are... at least of similar quality.

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931792)
Posted by leokearon on January 16th, 2018 @ 2:02am CST

So you have to may more for your Autobots to get elbows

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931796)
Posted by WreckerJack on January 16th, 2018 @ 3:31am CST

Ehh, at least the headsculpts are nice. Bee looks wonderfully grumpy.

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931799)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 16th, 2018 @ 4:04am CST

william-james88 wrote:
-Kanrabat- wrote:Those 7" versions of Bee and Optimus are still ugly asfak, but just giving them elbows is a great improvements that make the toys worthwhile. And those are better than the RiD and Movie 3 steps.

I thought you really liked that RID 3 Step Grimlock.

Oh, that one ROCK. But he definitely proper hands and some elbows would have been welcome. Plus those would have never hindered the 3 steps gimmick.

I also happen to have 3 steps Thunderhoof but this one is far from perfect. The 3 steps gimmick in his shoulders is not responsive 100% of the time. And finally for the big 1 step TLK Optimus, appart the paint that [ur=https://www.seibertron.com/energonpub/tlk-turbo-changer-optimus-prime-paint-overhaul--t109227.phpl]I IMPROVED[/url] I would really liked a bonus step to fold down the feet for truck mode.

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931800)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 16th, 2018 @ 4:12am CST

JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:For relative sizing purposes:

4.5" / 11.4 cm: between Legends & Deluxe Class
7" / 17.8 cm: Voyager Class

(used figures on hand)

... and the latter coming carded works against it when it comes to legitimacy at first sight. Generally speaking, figures of that size are usually boxed; KO's on the other hand are a different story. Not saying they're KO's, just that people will think that they are... at least of similar quality.

Oh, not at all.
Don't forget that the 3 steps and Turbo Changers toys are voyager sized too and are packaged in a similar fashion. Little kids seem to LOVE touching the plastic and then call mom to buy it. That's why no 1 steps or standard sized Rescue Bots are boxed too.

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931804)
Posted by Emerje on January 16th, 2018 @ 6:31am CST

bacem wrote:i am questioning the designer's decision to make optimus and bumblebee's elbow joint bend inside like a gorilla, when they are totally able to give a normal elbow bend on grimlock

This is what I was going to say. It's especially odd since there's plenty of space to have given them proper forward elbows.

Grimlock looks like the kind of figure that'll be fun to keep on the desk and just mess around with. Just something cheap and fairly decent looking to quickly transform back and forth.

Emerje

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931805)
Posted by primalxconvoy on January 16th, 2018 @ 6:36am CST

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931929)
Posted by Ultra Markus on January 16th, 2018 @ 9:31pm CST

almost looks like the new toyline for the cyberverse show
that grimlock though not as bad as the others

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931931)
Posted by Sabrblade on January 16th, 2018 @ 9:41pm CST

Ultra Markus wrote:almost looks like the new toyline for the cyberverse show
that grimlock though not as bad as the others

More like both the Cyberverse show and the Authentics line will be incorporating the evergreen designs into themselves.

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931968)
Posted by noctorro on January 17th, 2018 @ 9:01am CST

chuckdawg1999 wrote:These will probably be the best figures of 2018

Waha, I chuckled.

They shouldn't be making these for Gods' sake.

They look absolutely terrible. Repaint Armada Sideswipe 4 times and have them combine with Armada Scavenger for a horrible combiner. Don't do these.

And for the life of my, why can't Hasbro design just ONE Optimus Prime that has the front of the cab as the chestplate? G1 style of course.

How about they rescale G1 Legends Optimus to voyager size with additional articulation and detail, have the legs in the arms flop in the arms or something.
That dude has the perfect easy transformation.

And upscale Legends Starscream (who started off with a mini Waspinator) to voyager as well.

Anybody feel the same way that Hasbro is doing the Legend/scout sized bots a lot better than the Voyagers?

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931970)
Posted by noctorro on January 17th, 2018 @ 9:05am CST

-Kanrabat- wrote:
JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:For relative sizing purposes:

4.5" / 11.4 cm: between Legends & Deluxe Class
7" / 17.8 cm: Voyager Class

(used figures on hand)

... and the latter coming carded works against it when it comes to legitimacy at first sight. Generally speaking, figures of that size are usually boxed; KO's on the other hand are a different story. Not saying they're KO's, just that people will think that they are... at least of similar quality.

Little kids seem to LOVE touching the plastic and then call mom to buy it.

How do little kids end up in a toy store with a mobile phone?

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931971)
Posted by noctorro on January 17th, 2018 @ 9:06am CST

william-james88 wrote:
-Kanrabat- wrote:Those 7" versions of Bee and Optimus are still ugly asfak, but just giving them elbows is a great improvements that make the toys worthwhile. And those are better than the RiD and Movie 3 steps.

I thought you really liked that RID 3 Step Grimlock.

Offtopic:
Anybody got the Wijiang upscaled deluxe RID (green) Grimlock?
Just got 3 of them (army builder sl*t here), solid KO with metal shoulders!

Worth looking into.

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931972)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 17th, 2018 @ 9:18am CST

noctorro wrote:
-Kanrabat- wrote:
JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:For relative sizing purposes:

4.5" / 11.4 cm: between Legends & Deluxe Class
7" / 17.8 cm: Voyager Class

(used figures on hand)

... and the latter coming carded works against it when it comes to legitimacy at first sight. Generally speaking, figures of that size are usually boxed; KO's on the other hand are a different story. Not saying they're KO's, just that people will think that they are... at least of similar quality.

Little kids seem to LOVE touching the plastic and then call mom to buy it.

How do little kids end up in a toy store with a mobile phone?

Ha ha.
Maybe I should have said "ask" or "demand".
Still, toddlers with smartphones is pretty common nowadays. And many parents forget to turn the purchases off. Then little Timmy spend 10000$ in micro transactions for some shitty game. :lol:

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1931995)
Posted by william-james88 on January 17th, 2018 @ 10:54am CST

noctorro wrote:And upscale Legends Starscream (who started off with a mini Waspinator) to voyager as well.

Please dont, that toy doesnt even have proper leg articulation.

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1932062)
Posted by primalxconvoy on January 17th, 2018 @ 3:11pm CST

noctorro wrote:
chuckdawg1999 wrote:These will probably be the best figures of 2018

How about they rescale G1 Legends Optimus to voyager size with additional articulation and detail..(a)nd upscale Legends Starscream (who started off with a mini Waspinator) to voyager as well?

- http://sirtoys.com/toys.php?c=1&p=3461& ... Prime.html

- http://sirtoys.com/toys.php?c=1&p=3459& ... cream.html

- http://sirtoys.com/toys.php?q=Wj+legends

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1932066)
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on January 17th, 2018 @ 3:36pm CST

william-james88 wrote:
noctorro wrote:And upscale Legends Starscream (who started off with a mini Waspinator) to voyager as well.

Please dont, that toy doesnt even have proper leg articulation.

Transformers Generations Starscream Gallery

Looks fine to me. I do agree on the Cyber Battalion one however.

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1932071)
Posted by william-james88 on January 17th, 2018 @ 3:47pm CST

JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:Looks fine to me. I do agree on the Cyber Battalion one however.

lack of thigh swivel is deal breaker, if the idea is to upscale to voyager

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1932081)
Posted by Wolfman Jake on January 17th, 2018 @ 4:36pm CST

william-james88 wrote:
JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:Looks fine to me. I do agree on the Cyber Battalion one however.

lack of thigh swivel is deal breaker, if the idea is to upscale to voyager

That could be added. Upscaling a design doesn't mean, necessarily, keeping all of the articulation unchanged. With a Voyager sized version of Thrilling 30 Legends Starscream, adding a cut to the thigh assembly would be a piece of cake and wouldn't change much of anything about the overall transformation scheme. I'd love to see that design brought to life again in a larger scaled toy, especially since it's a very honest transformation without faux cockpits or other weird design choices.

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1932087)
Posted by primalxconvoy on January 17th, 2018 @ 5:19pm CST

Wolfman Jake wrote:
william-james88 wrote:
JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:Looks fine to me. I do agree on the Cyber Battalion one however.

lack of thigh swivel is deal breaker, if the idea is to upscale to voyager

That could be added. Upscaling a design doesn't mean, necessarily, keeping all of the articulation unchanged. With a Voyager sized version of Thrilling 30 Legends Starscream, adding a cut to the thigh assembly would be a piece of cake and wouldn't change much of anything about the overall transformation scheme. I'd love to see that design brought to life again in a larger scaled toy, especially since it's a very honest transformation without faux cockpits or other weird design choices.

Someone did some mods to the OSKO Legends Starscream. They made a separate thread to a similarly repainted Skywarp version, too.

- http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/threads/w ... s.1128078/

EDIT: - If there is a similar post for this custom at Seibertron, let me know and I'll replace the link.

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1932356)
Posted by Emerje on January 18th, 2018 @ 10:12pm CST

Wolfman Jake wrote:
william-james88 wrote:
JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:Looks fine to me. I do agree on the Cyber Battalion one however.

lack of thigh swivel is deal breaker, if the idea is to upscale to voyager

That could be added. Upscaling a design doesn't mean, necessarily, keeping all of the articulation unchanged.

Case in point:

They even swapped the ball joints out for ratchets.

Emerje

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1932357)
Posted by Quantum Surge on January 18th, 2018 @ 10:14pm CST

Emerje wrote:
Wolfman Jake wrote:
william-james88 wrote:
JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:Looks fine to me. I do agree on the Cyber Battalion one however.

lack of thigh swivel is deal breaker, if the idea is to upscale to voyager

That could be added. Upscaling a design doesn't mean, necessarily, keeping all of the articulation unchanged.

Case in point:

They even swapped the ball joints out for ratchets.

Emerje

I feel like kicking myself for not getting Predaking. Even Optimus looks good (aside from the green)

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1932370)
Posted by primalxconvoy on January 18th, 2018 @ 11:07pm CST

Emerje wrote:
Wolfman Jake wrote:
william-james88 wrote:
JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:Looks fine to me. I do agree on the Cyber Battalion one however.

lack of thigh swivel is deal breaker, if the idea is to upscale to voyager

That could be added. Upscaling a design doesn't mean, necessarily, keeping all of the articulation unchanged.

Case in point:

They even swapped the ball joints out for ratchets.

Emerje

I never saw that Predaking for sale in Japan, but always wanted it to competent the Takara only red version. It looked amazing, considering it was an official OSKO, of sorts.

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1932402)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 19th, 2018 @ 6:38am CST

Quantum Surge wrote:I feel like kicking myself for not getting Predaking. Even Optimus looks good (aside from the green)

Allow me to give you a kick. Because that Prime Predaking toy is the BEST one of the line. Far superior to either the voyager or the supreme.

It's also the best dragon transformer ever in my humble opinion.

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1935364)
Posted by william-james88 on February 1st, 2018 @ 11:12pm CST

While the initial toys from the Authentics line have proven to be lack luster, fans still admit the evergreen designs they are emulating are great. So, for all the fans wishing we had more standard Transformers toys based on these designs, we may have some pretty cool news for you. Weibo user TF Factory posted packaging mock ups for what appears to be a deluxe and voyager class box. These boxes feature Emiliano Santalucia's evergreen Bumblebee design on them, the same image found on the packaging art of the simpler Bumblebee figures. Since we know that there will already be voyager sized simpler figures and that they come in a very different carded packaging, these boxes are definitely for something else, and hopefully that is for figures of more standard complexity.

Let us know if you are pleased by the possibility of getting these designs on other figures and if you feel a voyager Bumblebee makes sense.

For comparison's sake, here is the packaging for the simpler voyager sized figure.

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1935375)
Posted by Hotconvoy on February 1st, 2018 @ 11:31pm CST

I hope i hope i hope they make good figures of these guys :roll:

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1935377)
Posted by primalxconvoy on February 1st, 2018 @ 11:38pm CST

I ususpect that these are actually one of several possible things:

- Existing TFs rebranded under this new line.
- Something obscene, that a kindly mod has edited, to stop a flame-war
- A actual pink, smear of paint, sold as part of the most budget of budget lines, for the developing market.

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1935382)
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on February 1st, 2018 @ 11:50pm CST

They're more Generations-style I suspect, with the 8+ Age instead of 6+ for any other line.

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1935406)
Posted by Deadput on February 2nd, 2018 @ 3:11am CST

As one who doesn't care (but not hate) that much about Bumblebee I wouldn't mind a decent articulated figure of that design, it's the only one out of the Evergreen designs we have seen up close that is a more original design.

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1935410)
Posted by Hotconvoy on February 2nd, 2018 @ 3:30am CST

You know what this packaging reminds me of AoE. I don't know if that is a good or a bad thing . Oh well :HEADHURTS:

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1935448)
Posted by Sabrblade on February 2nd, 2018 @ 7:59am CST

Hotconvoy wrote:You know what this packaging reminds me of AoE. I don't know if that is a good or a bad thing . Oh well

Well, yeah, that's the same new packaging look that Hasbro's been using for all of its main lines since AOE. It's to create brand consistency with all of main Hasbro Transformers lines (except for Rescue Bots since that's instead under Playskool's label).

Re: Renders of Transformers Authentics Bumblebee, Grimlock, Megatron, Starscream (1935463)
Posted by The_Cryptid_Person on February 2nd, 2018 @ 8:55am CST

I have high hopes for this. Maybe they will make voyagers of all the “evergreen” cast - could make up for Starscream and Grimlock’s lackluster PotP releases. :-D

Deluxe Bumblebee may have potential too. With this latest leak I really don’t see cyberverse actually having toys. What we’ve seen so far lines up perfectly with these designs, but I may have missed some leaks along the way. Assuming there isn’t something else, we have Authentics Bravo to replace one steps and the like and this stuff (authentics alpha?) to replace warriors and hyper change. Granted Bravo seems aimed at “market six” stores, but some “kids don’t care that it’s bad” figures wound up there anyway. Seems like a huge improvement over RiD if this is the case.

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