Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED]

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Are you ready to get excited? It appears that an actual new version of the Decepticon/Destron commander himself has made its way into the ranks of the Takara Tomy Masterpiece line! That's correct: MP-36 Megatron, the 2.0 of MP-5 has appeared in Japanese hobby magazine Figure King and shared across the internet, featuring its gun alt-mode, different facial expressions, the purple energon mace and a battle damaged version (maybe?), all due for spring 2017. Check out the images below and join in the conversation in the Energon Pub!

UPDATE: Actual Figure King issue scans added. From Loopaza, via Cyberpath.

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Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835236)
Posted by koolkollectibleskhai on October 21st, 2016 @ 8:37am CDT

Cyberpath wrote:

Awesome comparison pics against the cartoon! Looks so cartoon accurate! Love the Takara style for sure!

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835238)
Posted by El Duque on October 21st, 2016 @ 8:37am CDT

Looks good and I love the toon accuracy, but I'm not sure this guy can replace my Despotron. I'll get it regardless, but Despo will be very difficult to usurp.

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835242)
Posted by TherimusPrime on October 21st, 2016 @ 8:39am CDT

Well, put the Jazz and Hound talk on the back burner, this is the new kid on the block!

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835243)
Posted by OptimalOptimus2 on October 21st, 2016 @ 8:40am CDT

It's just so beautiful.

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835244)
Posted by Alpha Dominus on October 21st, 2016 @ 8:40am CDT

Wow! VERY pleasantly surprised! I figure the paint job is placeholder for now (I hope?) so I can look past that. Alt mode looks great and perfect scale for handling. I LOVE LOVE LOVE that profile. That is Megatron! Ironically, I think we have a winner for best leg design, 3rd party or official. Looking forward to future updates!

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835245)
Posted by Cyberpath on October 21st, 2016 @ 8:41am CDT

koolkollectibleskhai wrote:Awesome comparison pics against the cartoon! Looks so cartoon accurate! Love the Takara style for sure!

Thanks!

I love how Takara chose the exact TOEI style that I wanted for Megatorn's face-sculpt. (Why the "cartoon" insignia though? [-(

)

Looking forward to some comparison pix with MP-10.

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835246)
Posted by Mindmaster on October 21st, 2016 @ 8:41am CDT

The only thing that would make this thing any more perfect is if it could cure cancer. Literally the best-looking MP to date!

So now I just need to find a better-paying job that'll actually give me hours...

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835248)
Posted by frogbat on October 21st, 2016 @ 8:43am CDT

Bit panelly in gun mode - looks interesting in robot mode tho not too convinced by the laughing head sculpt. Hope he is fun to transform or at least not too complicated. The original MP megs as most know was a nightmare. I think he's the one figure i've transformed the least since i acquired him.
Not to mention the cosmic rust...

can't wait to see him next to mp10 prime

I actually bought a little box with compartments to store all the extra bits n bobs that come with the MP lines and I don't display e.g. magnus' spare fists and hot rod's erm fishing rod. At times I prefer there being less gimmicks and accessories...

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835250)
Posted by Tyrannacon on October 21st, 2016 @ 8:47am CDT

I am excited. Shut up and take my money.

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835251)
Posted by Cyberpath on October 21st, 2016 @ 8:48am CDT

Cyberpath wrote:Looking forward to some comparison pix with MP-10.

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835255)
Posted by MrBlack on October 21st, 2016 @ 8:57am CDT

Cyberpath wrote:
Cyberpath wrote:Looking forward to some comparison pix with MP-10.

From that picture, it looks like his fusion cannon can shift to the outside of his forearm.

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835258)
Posted by DeathReviews on October 21st, 2016 @ 8:59am CDT

Oh, MY.....

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835260)
Posted by Henry921 on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:01am CDT

Well, better see what other redundant organs I can sell.

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835261)
Posted by william-james88 on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:06am CDT

frogbat wrote:can't wait to see him next to mp10 prime

And if he fits in prime's trailer :-?

Alpha Dominus wrote:Wow! VERY pleasantly surprised! I figure the paint job is placeholder for now (I hope?) so I can look past that. Alt mode looks great and perfect scale for handling. I LOVE LOVE LOVE that profile. That is Megatron! Ironically, I think we have a winner for best leg design, 3rd party or official. Looking forward to future updates!

Yeah, its the best leg design by far. And he looks phenominal. Once again we see who the true masters are. Not that the others were bad, at all, but this is just perfect. To the point that i will be listing my appolyong to be sold after this post.

This guy does still look super hard to transform though, I am hoping for a more streamlined transformation, but it looks like we will still have that MP 05 transformation for the arms and torso. I hope its less frustrating, it should be. No MP has been frustrating since MP 10.

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835262)
Posted by no-one on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:07am CDT

Well I just pooped a little :shock:

Megs looks amazing and perfectly scaled with Prime. Well now we just need some pre orders.

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835265)
Posted by Overcracker on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:14am CDT

Very, very interesting. :-?

Guess I'll have to budget some things out of the queue to save up for this guy.

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835268)
Posted by fenrir72 on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:17am CDT

Yes yes yes YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835269)
Posted by fenrir72 on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:19am CDT

Henry921 wrote:Well, better see what other redundant organs I can sell.

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835272)
Posted by Bumblebee21 on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:21am CDT

great scale im dying.
awesome look
gun a bit small??
epic.
hopefully different decepticon isignas are avalable like with shockwave.
price estimate. better not be $200 or i will kill takara. hopefully $150 or $160, maybe cheaper.
preorders
:michaelbay:

i knew i should have waited beat that third parties

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835274)
Posted by Doubledealer93 on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:23am CDT

oh yes

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835275)
Posted by fenrir72 on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:25am CDT

Barring delays, there is about a three month gap between MP releases. I expect him by June 2017

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835276)
Posted by Sabrblade on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:29am CDT

"MP-36"... So close, guys. SO CLOSE to making the best pun ever with the ID number. Alas, they were but two numbers off from making this Walther P-38 into MP-38.

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835277)
Posted by xMXUx on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:30am CDT

Well today just got even better!

absolutely loving this

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835278)
Posted by Cyberpath on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:30am CDT

fenrir72 wrote:Barring delays, there is about a three month gap between MP releases. I expect him by June 2017

I wonder if he would have been MP-50 if not for the growing number of 3P Megatrons. :lol:

And hopefully Takara will reissue Starscream, I gotta have him now that MP-Megatron's is due.

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835279)
Posted by Big Grim on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:31am CDT

He looks very nice! Like that he has the extra uff for gun mode. Nergy mace, check. Battle damaged chest, head and face is a very nice touch!

Still utterly happy with my Despotron from Maketoys. It's colour scheme of silver is superior, as is the minimal kibble on his back. However, MP Megatron seems to be able to get his arm into the perfect aiming position for his Fusion Cannon!

All in all, this has to be as close to a draw as I've ever seen between MP and 3P.

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835280)
Posted by Bumblebee21 on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:32am CDT

fenrir72 wrote:Barring delays, there is about a three month gap between MP releases. I expect him by June 2017

did you see earlier this year. 1 to 2 a month until june.

Sabrblade wrote:"MP-36"... So close, guys. SO CLOSE to making the best pun ever with the ID number. Alas, they were but two numbers off from making this Walther P-38 into MP-38.

true but i wouldnt want to wait that long

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835281)
Posted by Sigma Magnus on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:32am CDT

Well, Apollyon, you're getting the boot! I still can't believe it took this long, but WOW am I excited for this!!

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835284)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:39am CDT

Well... that looks really awesome! The battle damage is a nice touch, and the actual figure itself looks amazing!

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835286)
Posted by Bumblebee21 on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:40am CDT

D-Maximus_Prime wrote:Well... that looks really awesome! The battle damage is a nice touch, and the actual figure itself looks amazing!

truly deserves the title of masterpiece. hasnt been one like that since mp-10

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835287)
Posted by Sabrblade on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:43am CDT

D-Maximus_Prime wrote:Well... that looks really awesome! The battle damage is a nice touch, and the actual figure itself looks amazing!

Watch the Asian market exclusive accessory being an extra head and chest covered in Cosmic Rust.

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835288)
Posted by Bumblebee21 on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:44am CDT

dont tell me that [-(

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835290)
Posted by TherimusPrime on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:46am CDT

I also noticed that the cartoon-accurate faction symbol is likely a sticker. In one image, you can faintly see the lines surrounding it.

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835292)
Posted by fenrir72 on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:48am CDT

Bumblebee21 wrote:
fenrir72 wrote:Barring delays, there is about a three month gap between MP releases. I expect him by June 2017

did you see earlier this year. 1 to 2 a month until june.

Sabrblade wrote:"MP-36"... So close, guys. SO CLOSE to making the best pun ever with the ID number. Alas, they were but two numbers off from making this Walther P-38 into MP-38.

true but i wouldnt want to wait that long

I'm basing it on the release gap between MP Inferno and Grapple. The gap between MPs is about 3 months.

MP-33 Nov 2016
MP-34 Jan 2017 (2 months barring delays)Plus this is a retool might be delayed more
MP-35 Feb 2017 Cheetas (hopefully no delays too)
MP-36 ??? (My estimate worst case June 2017 barring delays, I think this might be the most delayed given how finicky the first MP-05 was released and was a rushed job, maybe Takara would be careful with him now )

Anyways, I hope the "Star of Cybertron" accessory can also be implemented and that dagger he used against Optimus from his heel.

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835294)
Posted by william-james88 on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:53am CDT

Bumblebee21 wrote:
D-Maximus_Prime wrote:Well... that looks really awesome! The battle damage is a nice touch, and the actual figure itself looks amazing!

truly deserves the title of masterpiece. hasnt been one like that since mp-10

Have you handled any of the ones in between, like Soundwave, Sideswipe and Wheeljack? Most are quite deserving of the title.

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835295)
Posted by fenrir72 on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:54am CDT

Compare the first "not" official and the official images........whoever got to scoop the protofigure deserves a feather on his cap!

And this time, the stock extensions from U.N.C.L.E. is included!

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835297)
Posted by fenrir72 on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:58am CDT

william-james88 wrote:
Bumblebee21 wrote:
D-Maximus_Prime wrote:Well... that looks really awesome! The battle damage is a nice touch, and the actual figure itself looks amazing!

truly deserves the title of masterpiece. hasnt been one like that since mp-10

Have you handled any of the ones in between, like Soundwave, Sideswipe and Wheeljack? Most are quite deserving of the title.

You forgot IaernHIDE! [-(

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835298)
Posted by Ironhidensh on October 21st, 2016 @ 9:59am CDT

It's nice, it really is. It is not, however, better looking than Despotron. I may still buy it, depending on price, but I don't see a spot for this on my shelf, other than maybe hanging it on my wall in alt mode. :-?

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835302)
Posted by fenrir72 on October 21st, 2016 @ 10:02am CDT

Ironhidensh wrote:It's nice, it really is. It is not, however, better looking than Despotron. I may still buy it, depending on price, but I don't see a spot for this on my shelf, other than maybe hanging it on my wall in alt mode.

Wanna bet your gonna change your mind brother? Remember IH? Once its in your dirty mitts.nothing beats holding on to the real thing!

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835303)
Posted by mblase75 on October 21st, 2016 @ 10:02am CDT

Cyberpath wrote:
fenrir72 wrote:Barring delays, there is about a three month gap between MP releases. I expect him by June 2017

I wonder if he would have been MP-50 if not for the growing number of 3P Megatrons.

I think you have the cause and effect reversed. Once third-parties got word an MP Megatron 2.0 was in the works, they cranked out their own as quickly as possible.

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835304)
Posted by william-james88 on October 21st, 2016 @ 10:03am CDT

mblase75 wrote:
Cyberpath wrote:
fenrir72 wrote:Barring delays, there is about a three month gap between MP releases. I expect him by June 2017

I wonder if he would have been MP-50 if not for the growing number of 3P Megatrons.

I think you have the cause and effect reversed. Once third-parties got word an MP Megatron 2.0 was in the works, they cranked out their own as quickly as possible.

Yeah, that makes more sense. Takara designers do work on 3p products too so they would know.

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835307)
Posted by Cyberpath on October 21st, 2016 @ 10:08am CDT

mblase75 wrote:I think you have the cause and effect reversed. Once third-parties got word an MP Megatron 2.0 was in the works, they cranked out their own as quickly as possible.

I doubt that they have inside information though. It was kind of a given that there would be an MP Megatron eventually.

william-james88 wrote:Yeah, that makes more sense. Takara designers do work on 3p products too so they would know.

Huh? Since when? :-?

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835308)
Posted by Sigma Magnus on October 21st, 2016 @ 10:10am CDT

william-james88 wrote:Yeah, that makes more sense. Takara designers do work on 3p products too so they would know.

Wait, what? :HEADHURTS:

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835309)
Posted by triKlops on October 21st, 2016 @ 10:17am CDT

Great news! :APPLAUSE:

Looking forward to this as more gets revealed in the upcoming months by :TAKARATOMY:

.
Any mention of an ETA?

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835311)
Posted by Bumblebee21 on October 21st, 2016 @ 10:22am CDT

fenrir72 wrote:
william-james88 wrote:
Bumblebee21 wrote:
D-Maximus_Prime wrote:Well... that looks really awesome! The battle damage is a nice touch, and the actual figure itself looks amazing!

truly deserves the title of masterpiece. hasnt been one like that since mp-10

Have you handled any of the ones in between, like Soundwave, Sideswipe and Wheeljack? Most are quite deserving of the title.

You forgot IaernHIDE!

yes i wasnt thinking bc im dying mentally and physically. :lol:

this megatron is messing up my mind

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835312)
Posted by Overcracker on October 21st, 2016 @ 10:23am CDT

Actually I'm surprised they missed such a fantastic opportunity of releasing him as MP-38.

Considering he's a Walther P-38, it would have been poetic to say the least.

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835314)
Posted by galvatron00 on October 21st, 2016 @ 10:31am CDT

FUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUDGE YEAH!!!!!

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835315)
Posted by galvatron00 on October 21st, 2016 @ 10:31am CDT

WHERE'S THE PRE-ORDER LINK :lol:

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835316)
Posted by galvatron00 on October 21st, 2016 @ 10:39am CDT

If this guy is like the latest MP releases, he'll be my "transformable" Megatron. Apollyon may be relegated to pew-pew mode, he looks pretty dang sweet in alt mode.

ALSO!

I'm excited.

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835321)
Posted by Big Grim on October 21st, 2016 @ 10:42am CDT

Ironhidensh wrote:It's nice, it really is. It is not, however, better looking than Despotron. I may still buy it, depending on price, but I don't see a spot for this on my shelf.

I'm with you Dude. I like the silver over the grey and the red of the inner legs. And the fact Despotron is such a FUN and intuitive transformation!

You a touch excited there Cram?

Re: Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP36 Megatron Revealed [UPDATED] (1835323)
Posted by galvatron00 on October 21st, 2016 @ 10:47am CDT

Big Grim wrote:
Ironhidensh wrote:It's nice, it really is. It is not, however, better looking than Despotron. I may still buy it, depending on price, but I don't see a spot for this on my shelf.
I'm with you Dude. I like the silver over the grey and the red of the inner legs. And the fact Despotron is such a FUN and intuitive transformation!

You a touch excited there Cram?

Yes I am Big Grim!! :lol:

ALTHOUGH!!

With all the love and attention I've given Apollyon lately, he's not gonna go anywhere. I'll have 3 MP Megatrons, 2 of which are awesome, 1 of which can be handled by anyone that touches it :lol: