TakaraTomy Transformers Adventure: TAV-47 Crazybolt In And Out Of Packaging

The "Prime of Micron" subheading of the title is, unfortunately, a nonsensical English "translation" of マイクロンの章 ("Micron no Shō"), which more accurately translates into English as "Micron Chapter" or "Chapter of (the) Micron(s)".

But, "Prime of Micron" is official, so it's what the title's stuck with.

I love everything about this mold... except for the gimmick. The clips to hold the ball just look so awkward with the jaw closed.

This figure just reinforces why I'll never purchase a single TF from this line. Not my cup of tea as they say.

Well I wouldn't mind having Runamuk for my all-white version of Optimus Maximus....

MGrotusque wrote:This figure just reinforces why I'll never purchase a single TF from this line. Not my cup of tea as they say.

Really? I figured Crazybolt would be right up your alley. Not to mention the monstrous Decepticons (Quillfire!).

I really like the look of this weirdo. I can't afford to snatch him up right now, so hopefully he's still available in a week or two

shajaki wrote:

MGrotusque wrote:This figure just reinforces why I'll never purchase a single TF from this line. Not my cup of tea as they say.

Really? I figured Crazybolt would be right up your alley. Not to mention the monstrous Decepticons (Quillfire!).

I really like the look of this weirdo. I can't afford to snatch him up right now, so hopefully he's still available in a week or two

I would definitely recomend Quillfire and Fracture to McGrotesque if he's looking for some good TF toys out in stores right now. They are as good as any other tfs that have been released these past years and unlike some others from this line, the Hasbro version is decent enough.

Courtesy of Takara Tomy Mall - though not limited to the Japanese retailer, as these are also on Amazon Japan - we have some new stock images for the Takara Tomy Transformers Adventure line, in the form of TAV51 Hyper Surge Bumblebee and TAV52 Strongarm with her Micron 'Sotusu'. Check them out below!

I mean, I already have the Deluxe Adventure Strongarm, but that thing is oddly delicious looking.

Micron 'Sotusu'

This is why online translators for Japanese names are not a thing . It actually translates to Sawtooth: ソー (sou) is "saw" (Remember Swerve's Arms Micron?) and トゥース (tuusu) is "tooth".

Does anyone have any clue where to buy the Rain and Burn campaign microns from last month? Haven't seen a single one on eBay, boards, anywhere.

william-james88 wrote:

shajaki wrote:

MGrotusque wrote:This figure just reinforces why I'll never purchase a single TF from this line. Not my cup of tea as they say.

Really? I figured Crazybolt would be right up your alley. Not to mention the monstrous Decepticons (Quillfire!).

I really like the look of this weirdo. I can't afford to snatch him up right now, so hopefully he's still available in a week or two

I would definitely recomend Quillfire and Fracture to McGrotesque if he's looking for some good TF toys out in stores right now. They are as good as any other tfs that have been released these past years and unlike some others from this line, the Hasbro version is decent enough.

I believe you recomended Fracture to me some months back after Is said I wasn't about RiD/Adventure toys. It was definitely a hit. I have him prominently displayed on my makeshift pirates shelf and he fits right in.

Mr Skram wrote:

william-james88 wrote:

shajaki wrote:

MGrotusque wrote:This figure just reinforces why I'll never purchase a single TF from this line. Not my cup of tea as they say.

Really? I figured Crazybolt would be right up your alley. Not to mention the monstrous Decepticons (Quillfire!).

I really like the look of this weirdo. I can't afford to snatch him up right now, so hopefully he's still available in a week or two

I would definitely recomend Quillfire and Fracture to McGrotesque if he's looking for some good TF toys out in stores right now. They are as good as any other tfs that have been released these past years and unlike some others from this line, the Hasbro version is decent enough.

I believe you recomended Fracture to me some months back after Is said I wasn't about RiD/Adventure toys. It was definitely a hit. I have him prominently displayed on my makeshift pirates shelf and he fits right in.

That's 'cuz he's awesome

Mr Skram wrote:I believe you recomended Fracture to me some months back after Is said I wasn't about RiD/Adventure toys. It was definitely a hit. I have him prominently displayed on my makeshift pirates shelf and he fits right in.

Thats so great to hear Mr Scram, glad you like him! I do try to get the word out on how good he is. Not that he is the best ever, but in a line that most fans are ignoring because it is addressed to kids (as Transformers toys have been for 30 years), he really is a toy that anyone can enjoy. And people might miss out on this good to honest Transformer toy that is as good if not better than every other standard tf on the shelves right now

william-james88 wrote:

Mr Skram wrote:I believe you recomended Fracture to me some months back after Is said I wasn't about RiD/Adventure toys. It was definitely a hit. I have him prominently displayed on my makeshift pirates shelf and he fits right in.

Thats so great to hear Mr Scram, glad you like him! I do try to get the word out on how good he is. Not that he is the best ever, but in a line that most fans are ignoring because it is addressed to kids (as Transformers toys have been for 30 years), he really is a toy that anyone can enjoy. And people might miss out on this good to honest Transformer toy that is as good if not better than every other standard tf on the shelves right now

I like the weapon options too. Rifle, staff, or best of all- arm cannon!

What do you think about Megatronus? I was maybe going to pick him up as well.

Mr Skram wrote:

william-james88 wrote:

Mr Skram wrote:I believe you recomended Fracture to me some months back after Is said I wasn't about RiD/Adventure toys. It was definitely a hit. I have him prominently displayed on my makeshift pirates shelf and he fits right in.

Thats so great to hear Mr Scram, glad you like him! I do try to get the word out on how good he is. Not that he is the best ever, but in a line that most fans are ignoring because it is addressed to kids (as Transformers toys have been for 30 years), he really is a toy that anyone can enjoy. And people might miss out on this good to honest Transformer toy that is as good if not better than every other standard tf on the shelves right now

I like the weapon options too. Rifle, staff, or best of all- arm cannon!

What do you think about Megatronus? I was maybe going to pick him up as well.

He is epic, it's everything thats great about leader class megs, but with a new and smart transformation, and two head options (I personally like mask, but you can get the regular one too) Definitely recommend him, you won't be disappointed

Mr Skram wrote:What do you think about Megatronus? I was maybe going to pick him up as well.

He's a good transformer but he suffers from a lack of height, predictable H tank transformation and visible head (though that last part is far from a deal breaker as it is with other TFs). I still like him, but it lacks that brilliant originality fracture has. I really feel someone's TF collection is lacking if someone doesnt get Fracture, but its not the same with Megatronus.

william-james88 wrote:

Mr Skram wrote:What do you think about Megatronus? I was maybe going to pick him up as well.

He's a good transformer but he suffers from a lack of height, predictable H tank transformation and visible head (though that last part is far from a deal breaker as it is with other TFs). I still like him, but it lacks that brilliant originality fracture has. I really feel someone's TF collection is lacking if someone doesnt get Fracture, but its not the same with Megatronus.

mmm, true, but he's still a good, fun toy

I want Crazybolt now. I really do. He is so cool looking and I want him now.

ScottyP wrote:Does anyone have any clue where to buy the Rain and Burn campaign microns from last month? Haven't seen a single one on eBay, boards, anywhere.

Really couldn't tell you Scotty. Really can't. would love to though.

Hellscream9999 wrote:

william-james88 wrote:

Mr Skram wrote:What do you think about Megatronus? I was maybe going to pick him up as well.

He's a good transformer but he suffers from a lack of height, predictable H tank transformation and visible head (though that last part is far from a deal breaker as it is with other TFs). I still like him, but it lacks that brilliant originality fracture has. I really feel someone's TF collection is lacking if someone doesnt get Fracture, but its not the same with Megatronus.

mmm, true, but he's still a good, fun toy

Oh for sure, I am glad to own him and the other Decepticons. I just wanted to give a fair assessment of the figure to people who may be apprehensive about the line as a whole. I am comparing him to all TF figures and him being comparable is in itself something to celebrate in a line aimed at kids.

Hmm, maybe I'll look for the masked version. I was going to use him as a generic trooper anyway. Thanks guys!

Mr Skram wrote:Hmm, maybe I'll look for the masked version. I was going to use him as a generic trooper anyway. Thanks guys!

Youheidx is at it again, this time with TAV42 Grimlock and TAV43 Sideswipe.

Of note he also shows off the differences between the regular sets and the Supreme Armor sets:

- The armor pieces are all blue for each figure. The figures themselves seem unchanged
- The Mini-Cons have been redecoed and given an additional "Supreme Power" moniker, for instance "Supreme Power Ironjam".

And Overload is next!

JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:Of note he also shows off the differences between the regular sets and the Supreme Armor sets:

- The armor pieces are all blue for each figure. The figures themselves seem unchanged
- The Mini-Cons have been redecoed and given an additional "Supreme Power" moniker, for instance "Supreme Power Ironjam".

And Overload is next!

I dig that blue armor. I just picked up the RID Overload; he is a mix of good and bad (not as bad as some would have you believe). I mount Hammer on his should and pretend its Laserbeak and Soundwave The TAV version looks nice!

It's time for another fun youheidx video! This time it's TAV46 Overload, TAV47 Crazybolt and a quick cameo by TMC06 Psychobat.

Seibertron's own ScottyP dropped us a pic heavy email this evening containing a whole pile in package pics of new TakaraTomy Transformers Adventure figures! There's a bunch, so lets break it down:
TAV-40 Ironjam and Bumblebee Iron Armor
TAV-41 Gravity and Optimus Prime Gravity Armor
TAV-42 Volcano and Grimlock Volcano Armor
TAV-43 Barithunder and Sideswipe Thunder Armor
TAV-44 Bumblebee and Sideswipe Supreme Armor Set
TAV-45 Optimus Prime and Grimlock Supreme Armor Set
TAV-46 Overload
TAV-47 Crazybolt
TMC-01 Jetstorm
TMC-02 Slipstream
TMC-03 Divebomb
TMC-04 Airazor
TMC-05 Windra
TMC-06 Psychobat
Did you receive a similar package? Tell us what you think, and stay tuned to Seibertron.com: home for the best Galleries and Conversation around!

Japan, stop making Bumblebee look cool. You're going against the natural order of things.

Kurona wrote:Japan, stop making Bumblebee look cool. You're going against the natural order of things.

You say this like Bumblebee isn't cool


He is just overused that's all.

Deadput wrote:

Kurona wrote:Japan, stop making Bumblebee look cool. You're going against the natural order of things.

You say this like Bumblebee isn't cool


He is just overused that's all.

You say this like Kurona isn't facetious


She is just joking that's all.

Sabrblade wrote:You say this like Kurona isn't facetious


He is just joking that's all.

You say this like I know Kurona and his personality traits.



I can't read sarcasm and jokes on the internet that's all.

Well, maybe I should put it this way.

http://tfwiki.net/mediawiki/images2/8/8 ... ession.jpg
This is a design that's not bad and works well for the character.

http://static.seibertron.com/images/toy ... e-back.JPG
This is a design that is cool as the pit


also it's she

Kurona wrote:

also it's she

I apologize I have a habit to assume everyone is a guy on the internet until told otherwise.



Still proves my point about not knowing about your joke.

Deadput wrote:

Kurona wrote:

also it's she

I apologize I have a habit to assume everyone is a guy on the internet until told otherwise.



Still proves my point about not knowing about your joke.

Eh, it's cool; it happens.
To, uh, both your statements.

Those comic arts are really cool. I love them. those make these guys that bit more awesome

Scotty P, do you find this smaller Grimlock to be as good as the Warrior class version?

Semi-review/demonstration video of TAV Overload and Crazybolt!

Madeus Prime wrote:Semi-review/demonstration video of TAV Overload and Crazybolt!

Thanks Madeus, we actually covered this in the previous page : takara-tomy-transformers-adventure-line-tav-ted-misc--t102946s2725.php#p1794866

Crazybolt's transformation is actually pretty cool. Hasbro, where is yours?

william-james88 wrote:

Madeus Prime wrote:Semi-review/demonstration video of TAV Overload and Crazybolt!

Thanks Madeus, we actually covered this in the previous page : takara-tomy-transformers-adventure-line-tav-ted-misc--t102946s2725.php#p1794866

Oops, missed that! Carry on.

HLJ has a sale right now for some of these figures. I just picked up Fracture and Quillfire for a little under $12 each.

Ironhidensh wrote:HLJ has a sale right now for some of these figures. I just picked up Fracture and Quillfire for a little under $12 each.

NICE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ironhidensh wrote:HLJ has a sale right now for some of these figures. I just picked up Fracture and Quillfire for a little under $12 each.

Holy sh**. And I thought my $20 deal on Jazz was hot.

Fellow Seibertronian IJK Productions has sent us a review for TAV Transformers Adventure TAV-47 Crazybolt, which you can watch below. Interestingly enough, this version is released at retail before Hasbro's.

Hey all, I've just uploaded my video review of the Japanese version of RiD Deployer Crazybolt. Aside from me not getting the deployer gimmick to work I'm overly impressed with how great the deco looks on the Japanese one over the domestic one.

More fun on the floor of 2016 Tokyo Toy Show, this time with some display images of TakaraTomy Transformers Adventure TAV-50 Hyper Surge Optimus Prime and TAV-51 Hyper Surge Bumblebee! These two Hyper Surging fellas are slated to hit retail June and July, so check your mail boxes if you have them pre-ordered. See the pics below and stay tuned to Seibertron.com: home for the best Galleries and Conversation around!

Huh. No display for Prime's vehicle mode. I wonder why...

william-james88 wrote:Scotty P, do you find this smaller Grimlock to be as good as the Warrior class version?

Didn't see this earlier, sorry for taking five days to reply! I think the little version is just as fun, since it essentially transforms the same exact way and you can move the elbows without fear. Plus it has a rockin' awesome clear T-Rex helmet that the T-Rex itself can wear.

Hmm, yeah, I think I like the smaller one over the Warrior class version. The Voyager is still the best so far though.

ScottyP wrote:

william-james88 wrote:Scotty P, do you find this smaller Grimlock to be as good as the Warrior class version?

Didn't see this earlier, sorry for taking five days to reply! I think the little version is just as fun, since it essentially transforms the same exact way and you can move the elbows without fear. Plus it has a rockin' awesome clear T-Rex helmet that the T-Rex itself can wear.

Hmm, yeah, I think I like the smaller one over the Warrior class version. The Voyager is still the best so far though.

Thanks And hell yeah about that Voyager version! What I find fun about the smaller version too is that I can use it with my Legion RID figures to evoke Grimlock's size compared to his team.

Cobotron wrote:

YES! Would you mind adding your little cobo watermark and sending me that in a PM, I was just writing something that needed that. Also remember that photo of all those Scout and Legends class TFs you took. It had your united windchargers among the 4 scouts. I seem to have lost it. Pretty please with a cherry on top

william-james88 wrote:Pretty please with a cherry on top

Handled! sent to your Seibertron account.