Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP-32 Beast Convoy at Tokyo Toy Show

Looks good. That stand looks like it's a bit uncomfortable though!

He is such an awesome looking masterpiece

Looks like they ditched the weird, almost metallic blue on the beast mode face and chest. I was going to get one either way, but this makes me feel even better about it.

Dude! YES!

.... But seriously.... Bat-mask...

The awesome is so strong with this guy that it makes up for the complete fail that is Titans Return.

Ironhidensh wrote:The awesome is so strong with this guy that it makes up for the complete fail that is Titans Return.

Come on man, Wheelie is pretty cool.

william-james88 wrote:

Ironhidensh wrote:The awesome is so strong with this guy that it makes up for the complete fail that is Titans Return.

Come on man, Wheelie is pretty cool.

True. One figure, however, cannot save an entire line.

Ironhidensh wrote:

william-james88 wrote:

Ironhidensh wrote:The awesome is so strong with this guy that it makes up for the complete fail that is Titans Return.

Come on man, Wheelie is pretty cool.

True. One figure, however, cannot save an entire line.

I personally feel that line is ultra solid and I feel lucky as a TF fan that if I have a problem with how any of them look paint wise, I have another option. But of course, I totally respect anyone who thinks otherwise.

william-james88 wrote:

Ironhidensh wrote:

william-james88 wrote:

Ironhidensh wrote:The awesome is so strong with this guy that it makes up for the complete fail that is Titans Return.

Come on man, Wheelie is pretty cool.

True. One figure, however, cannot save an entire line.

I personally feel that line is ultra solid and I feel lucky as a TF fan that if I have a problem with how any of them look paint wise, I have another option. But of course, I totally respect anyone who thinks otherwise.

I know I'm in the vast minority with my feelings. Ironically, I actually like the paint on many of the line's figures. My problems lie with non headmasters now being headmasters. Bad mold choices for repaints on characters who deserve original molds. Also, in my opinion, bad size class choices. It would also be fair to say I've been so spoiled by masterpiece and 3rd party, I have a hard time giving the main lines a fair look.

Thankfully, there are figures like Primal here to make up for the rest.

Ironhidensh wrote:I know I'm in the vast minority with my feelings. Ironically, I actually like the paint on many of the line's figures. My problems lie with non headmasters now being headmasters. Bad mold choices for repaints on characters who deserve original molds. Also, in my opinion, bad size class choices. It would also be fair to say I've been so spoiled by masterpiece and 3rd party, I have a hard time giving the main lines a fair look.

Thankfully, there are figures like Primal here to make up for the rest.

I totally get that size class issue. As for the headmasters on everyone thing I recently learned that the movie bots all became headmasters in the Japanese cartoon, so its not completely as left field as I thought at first. And Takara's looks sooooooooo good. As good as this Primal (I preordered both from Anime export). And believe it or not, I am a bit more appreciative of these mainline products over the MPs and 3p toys. I own them too and somehow because of the money I spend, I expect more than I usually get (in recent memory, only Ironhide really lived up to my expectations). With cheaper mainline toys, I expect less and usually dont end up dissapointed. Also, so far all my 3p toys had issues with really loose parts or pieces falling off so it leaves a bitter taste.

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Dammit, the more I see of these, the more I want em. But my MP shelves are pretty full as it is!

Big Grim wrote:Dammit, the more I see of these, the more I want em. But my MP shelves are pretty full as it is!

no worries, start a new shelf just for Beast Wars MPs, doesnt have to be next to the others

Would require more shelves than I have space for! *sobs*

We knew the Hasbro Asia release of MP 32 Optimus Primal would come with a skull mace/flail referencing the accessory from the original toy and we got to see this mace at the Cybertron Con. These phots were found on the Hobbybase Facebook page. You will notice that it is on an actual chain. It makes sense to see this accessory at this particular show since it is only available through Hasbro Asia, and not Takara. While Hasbro Asia releases of Masterpiece toys have been happening for years now, it's interesting to see how Hasbro is really appropriating the Masterpiece line in Asia by having them displayed and revealed at their shows and having the Hasbro logo proudly displayed on the cardboard at the base of the figure. Will you be getting this toy? And if so which release will you be getting, Takara or Hasbro Asia?

"Die Cast Mace"

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Nice I don't ever remember him using one in series

dragons wrote:Nice I don't ever remember him using one in series

He didn't use one in the series. The weapon is from his original 1996 Ultra class toy.

Argh, this guy looks so good. Nice touch with the diecast too

Though we brought you a look at its predecessor, and some shots of the figure in both modes and the packaging, thanks to Dengeki Hobby we have a whole new pictorial review with clear images for Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP32 Optimus Primal/Beast Convoy! What you can find below are details, accessories, packaging, poses, and the series of facial expressions that come with the figure - check them out!

Can't wait for this guy!

The only time I regret not being able to afford a MP figure. He looks so good. Him and Cheetor both. Kill me if they make a Rhinox.

I really don't like this character/line/figure but I'm sure as hell not missing getting him! The engineering and design, even from just the image....

meh...I'm content with the original BW version. That was a damn good figure.

Man, I was content to skip the Beast Wars MP line but these photos make it hard!

Burn wrote:meh...I'm content with the original BW version. That was a damn good figure.

How's the arm poseability?

The boxed pic is so tiny I can't make out that first Kanji in his rank. I can tell the rest of it is 司令官 ("Shireikan"), meaning "Commander", but that first Kanji is too small for me to read.

It doesn't look like 総 ("Sō") to me, which is the Kanji in 総司令官 ("Sōshireikan") that means "Supreme Commander", the rank commonly attributed to Autobot and Maximal leaders in Japan.

Aww, I too was going to skip BW-MP figures but I can't. Looks like a fun figure.

Sabrblade wrote:The boxed pic is so tiny I can't make out that first Kanji in his rank. I can tell the rest of it is 司令官 ("Shireikan"), meaning "Commander", but that first Kanji is too small for me to read.

It doesn't look like 総 ("Sō") to me, which is the Kanji in 総司令官 ("Sōshireikan") that means "Supreme Commander", the rank commonly attributed to Autobot and Maximal leaders in Japan.

Wasn't Fortress and Starsaber one of those?

Found a larger look at the box on Dengeki Hobby's website. Turns out it is 総司令官 ("Sōshireikan") after all.

That's an eye catching box.

Ravage XK wrote:That's an eye catching box.

Did you catch that long dong between his gorrila legs?

Also, just wondering, for those changing their minds and wanting this toy now, where are you planning on getting it?

william-james88 wrote:

Ravage XK wrote:That's an eye catching box.

Did you catch that long dong between his gorrila legs?

Also, just wondering, for those changing their minds and wanting this toy now, where are you planning on getting it?

Good grief,no. Didn't spot that. That's the back of the leg catching the light right????

I get my MP figures from Kapow Toys (just ordered mine).

The collector "gotta have 'em all" metallity kicks in and says to me...

Big Grim wrote:Man, I was content to skip the Beast Wars MP line but these photos make it hard!

Then the voice of reason socks me in the jaw and says...

Burn wrote:meh...I'm content with the original BW version. That was a damn good figure.

That will do just fine for me.

WAIT! Burn is the voice of reason?!

I can't wait.

@CP - Now that's the alt mode I was hoping for!

Burn wrote:meh...I'm content with the original BW version. That was a damn good figure.

Keyword being "was" its no longer good enough, and must be replaced.

Very much looking forward to this guy. Although a dilemma presents itself. Should he go on my MP shelves, or my BW shelves?

william-james88 wrote:

Ravage XK wrote:That's an eye catching box.

Did you catch that long dong between his gorrila legs?

Also, just wondering, for those changing their minds and wanting this toy now, where are you planning on getting it?

That's just the white of his robot mode legs catching the light, thank god. I preordered mine from BBTS. I have the Planet of Junk Platinum set and Takara Windblade in my Pile of Loot, I'm waiting for a couple more things to come in and as soon as Primal is paid for I'll ship the pile out.

I'll be holding off until December to ship my next POL out. But man, this guy makes it very tempting...

Has anyone gotten any ship notification if you preordered from a Japanese seller? The release date was supposed to be October right?

TheMuffin wrote:Has anyone gotten any ship notification if you preordered from a Japanese seller? The release date was supposed to be October right?

Not yet from amiami.

TheMuffin wrote:Has anyone gotten any ship notification if you preordered from a Japanese seller? The release date was supposed to be October right?

I didnt get a ship notification. But none of us would, because the toy gets released on the last day of october and you only get a shipping notifiction when its in stock.

Due to massive financial setbacks this year, I haven't been able to preorder this figure at all yet. Is there a place that has him still available for preorder and for a good price?

william-james88 wrote:

TheMuffin wrote:Has anyone gotten any ship notification if you preordered from a Japanese seller? The release date was supposed to be October right?

I didnt get a ship notification. But none of us would, because the toy gets released on the last day of october and you only get a shipping notifiction when its in stock.

That makes sense. Where I ordered from just had the release date as October. Didn't know release was on the 31st.

Sabrblade wrote:Due to massive financial setbacks this year, I haven't been able to preorder this figure at all yet. Is there a place that has him still available for preorder and for a good price?

He is still vailable everywhere you would usually get your takara toys. Best price right now would be Amiami's http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail ... URE-018262

Sabrblade wrote:Due to massive financial setbacks this year, I haven't been able to preorder this figure at all yet. Is there a place that has him still available for preorder and for a good price?

That depends on what a good price is for you, and whether or not you want the version with the die-cast mace or not.


Without Mace
BBTS and TFSource have him for $119.99

HLJ is going for $92

Ami Ami: $86


With Mace Have only found him at BBTS and TFsource: $127.99

Everywhere else seems to be sold out.

Is the flail sold separately anywhere at this time?