Tokyo Toy Show 2015 Video Coverage: MP Ironhide, Gorilla Convoy & UW Devastator

In some poses he looks very awkward

did i miss it? i did not see a bot mode for primal.

Well he looks better than his original toy but that's not saying much. Sorry, just always found G1 Ironhide to be one of the blandest and dullest looking characters. Just a bunch of blocks. Looks good for those who like the character though.

now thats the robots in disguise optimus prime i wanted to see!
i really want that devy and i really really want that ironhide

MP IRONHIDE LOOKS AMAZING!

I find the red hip panels annoying and distracting...

Is this the same designer as the original MP Seeker mold? (I kid, I kid)

WOW finally!!

Desslok2201 wrote:

Cobotron wrote:Giddy up pardner! I'm almost out of bullets! *hicup*

I don't know if my tears are from joy or that I bought a new car 3 weeks ago and this is hands down the most expensive year I have ever seen for this hobby and I've been around since year 1.

You and me both, I am well into four digits in front of the decimal point and there seems to be no end to the amazing releases.

Is the Ironhide the same size as the cars or is he bigger?

megatronus wrote:I find the red hip panels annoying and distracting...

Is this the same designer as the original MP Seeker mold? (I kid, I kid)

I don't think the panels are front the G1 toon they are comic refrenced!

However, the panels do appear white, grey or red in images

His stance does look a little awkward.

Unless the alt mode is licensed, I'm not liking it. All the cars have been officially licensed and there's no reason Ironhide shouldn't be either. I've seen better from the 3P than I'm seeing here.

To me, what separates Takara from the better 3P companies is their ability to get officially licensed alt modes. I was holding out on Jazz for this very reason but if Takara is going to abandon this very important aspect of MP, then I'm just going to take the fast train on 3P.

padfoo wrote:

megatronus wrote:I find the red hip panels annoying and distracting...

Is this the same designer as the original MP Seeker mold? (I kid, I kid)

I don't think the panels are front the G1 toon they are comic refrenced!

However, the panels do appear white, grey or red in images

Na, I'm more concerned about how that crotch piece looks like a diaper.

Maybe this is a moonbeam idea, but I say this mold needs to be in Diaclone colors, but bring the red stripe up to a spoiler on the back and have the bot mode head sporting a beard, mohawk and gold chains.



I pity the fool that don't think this is a good idea.

spiderbob007 wrote:Maybe this is a moonbeam idea, but I say this mold needs to be in Diaclone colors, but bring the red stripe up to a spoiler on the back and have the bot mode head sporting a beard, mohawk and gold chains.



I pity the fool that don't think this is a good idea.

I pity the fool!

Nice idea! XD

I so need this.

Cobotron wrote::shock: He's BIG!

Almost looks too big in that picture. It has to be an illusion because BB looks larger than usual as well.

padfoo wrote:

Cobotron wrote::shock: He's BIG!

Almost looks too big in that picture. It has to be an illusion because BB looks larger than usual as well.

Yeah he looks like a 3rd party MP! He's big! When you look at the comparison with his vehicle mode, and Optimus's cab mode, Op is only a bit bigger!

spiderbob007 wrote:Maybe this is a moonbeam idea, but I say this mold needs to be in Diaclone colors, but bring the red stripe up to a spoiler on the back and have the bot mode head sporting a beard, mohawk and gold chains.



I pity the fool that don't think this is a good idea.

There's gonna be one that's for sure. The trouble is, you might not like the price.

I would love to see an official Transformers line of famous cars. Money be damned!

A Batmobile that transforms into Batman (duh).
The Mach Five from Speed Racer that transforms into a bot that looks like Go Mifune with his helmet on.
Kitt from Knight Rider that transforms into a bot with Hasselhoff 80's hair.
Ecto-1 with four alternate faces for each member of the Ghost Busters.
Herbie from the Love Bug that transforms into a bot with a Buddy Hackett face.

I'm sure I could get deeper into the weeds with this one, but I'll stop there.

spiderbob007 wrote:I would love to see an official Transformers line of famous cars. Money be damned!

A Batmobile that transforms into Batman (duh).
The Mach Five from Speed Racer that transforms into a bot that looks like Go Mifune with his helmet on.
Kitt from Knight Rider that transforms into a bot with Hasselhoff 80's hair.
Ecto-1 with four alternate faces for each member of the Ghost Busters.
Herbie from the Love Bug that transforms into a bot with a Buddy Hackett face.

I'm sure I could get deeper into the weeds with this one, but I'll stop there.

OMG YOU ARE HILARIOUS! XD 3rd parties, make a Masterpiece style Batmobile and everything else he listed. (It'll probably come to pass since everything I've been saying has been coming to pass and freaking me out. )

spiderbob007 wrote:I would love to see an official Transformers line of famous cars. Money be damned!

A Batmobile that transforms into Batman (duh).
The Mach Five from Speed Racer that transforms into a bot that looks like Go Mifune with his helmet on.
Kitt from Knight Rider that transforms into a bot with Hasselhoff 80's hair.
Ecto-1 with four alternate faces for each member of the Ghost Busters.
Herbie from the Love Bug that transforms into a bot with a Buddy Hackett face.

I'm sure I could get deeper into the weeds with this one, but I'll stop there.

If the market is big enough. Maybe.

I kinda thought Ironhide and Ratchet would be released closer to Prowl, Bluestreak and Smokescreen, with them all being Nissans, but I guess their deal has a long lifespan

I dunno. I kinda feel like the recent third party offerings have nailed down Ironhide better. That said, I will still be getting this because, my name.

I'm down, so long as his size (and wealth of accessories) doesn't push him into too high a price bracket. He's not my favourite character (I think the grumpy cowpoke archetype carries more weight for Americans) but he's a key character and looks the part enough for me.

I wonder if HasTak are still having trouble getting licensing from Porsche to do Jazz. I know that Porsche kicked up a stink during Alternators, but so did Volkswagen and oddly enough a multi-billion dollar film franchise seems to have made them turn around somewhat. Or maybe the Martini branding on the G1 toy, together with the whole Exhaust mess is making HasTak cautious.

Assuming Ironhide gets retooled as Ratchet the only remaining 1984 Autobots (not including mini-vehicles) are Hound, Jazz, Mirage, Sunstreaker and Trailbreaker.

Beachjezus wrote:Is the Ironhide the same size as the cars or is he bigger?

Bigger.

Ironhidensh wrote:I dunno. I kinda feel like the recent third party offerings have nailed down Ironhide better. That said, I will still be getting this because, my name.

The Ironhide mold is not licensed from what I can tell.

mcfmullen wrote:

Ironhidensh wrote:I dunno. I kinda feel like the recent third party offerings have nailed down Ironhide better. That said, I will still be getting this because, my name.

The Ironhide mold is not licensed from what I can tell.

It's a Nissan Sunny Vanette. So 100% MP tradition (except for Optimus and UM who looks suspiciously like a Freightliner truck), this is going to be licensed.

Ironhide's upper body should be vertically parallel, but it's / \ shaped. His lower body is too wide. His torso should be 4:3 ratio, but it's 3:4. These things make his proportions look off. He doesn't look too bad though. Still worth the purchase for me.

He seems to look better "in-person" --



-- than in some of the stock-photos.

Your right CP.
I kind of think these are CG renders.

What do you think? Photos or renders?

I agree the stock photos look a bit wonky. I also agree the "in-person" photos portray a much more favorable picture.

fenrir72 wrote:It's a Nissan Sunny Vanette. So 100% MP tradition (except for Optimus and UM who looks suspiciously like a Freightliner truck), this is going to be licensed.

I know what manufacturer made the vehicle. What's your proof it'll be licensed? I see no licensed branding anywhere on the alt mode.

mcfmullen wrote:

fenrir72 wrote:It's a Nissan Sunny Vanette. So 100% MP tradition (except for Optimus and UM who looks suspiciously like a Freightliner truck), this is going to be licensed.

I know what manufacturer made the vehicle. What's your proof it'll be licensed? I see no licensed branding anywhere on the alt mode.

It will be posted in the box like the other Cybertron cars.If not, then like MP 09 and 10.

fenrir72 wrote:

mcfmullen wrote:

fenrir72 wrote:It's a Nissan Sunny Vanette. So 100% MP tradition (except for Optimus and UM who looks suspiciously like a Freightliner truck), this is going to be licensed.

I know what manufacturer made the vehicle. What's your proof it'll be licensed? I see no licensed branding anywhere on the alt mode.

It will be posted in the box like the other Cybertron cars.If not, then like MP 09 and 10.

Just to clarify for myself, the van was originally made by Datsun, and of course now it's Nissan, Ya?

I think he looks fantastic. This also all but assures a Ratchet as well, and that's really cool. I have no idea what to do with my i-Gear ones now, other than appreciate their few years of service on the MP shelf.

I'd heard the sled was just a totally separate accessory somewhere, but the pictures make it look more and more like part of the van mode. Any thoughts on that?

ScottyP wrote:I think he looks fantastic. This also all but assures a Ratchet as well, and that's really cool. I have no idea what to do with my i-Gear ones now, other than appreciate their few years of service on the MP shelf.

I'd heard the sled was just a totally separate accessory somewhere, but the pictures make it look more and more like part of the van mode. Any thoughts on that?

I think the sled being a seperate piece in the image showing what is probably the back of the box, and all the accessories included, means that it will be a seperate accessory on the toy. Although, like you say, the pictures do make it look like it is the hood section of the van. I am happy with both those options as both are awesome homages in their own way.

Cobotron wrote:Your right CP.
I kind of think these are CG renders.

What do you think? Photos or renders?

Looks like the photos that they later crop and use on the back of the box.

Cyberpath wrote:Looks like the photos that they later crop and use on the back of the box.

Ah ha. I see. I also trust your eye in this matter.

Cobotron wrote:

Cyberpath wrote:Looks like the photos that they later crop and use on the back of the box.

Ah ha. I see. I also trust your eye in this matter.

Why wouldnt this be the back of the box:

william-james88 wrote:

Cobotron wrote:

Cyberpath wrote:Looks like the photos that they later crop and use on the back of the box.

Ah ha. I see. I also trust your eye in this matter.

Why wouldnt this be the back of the box:

I think it needs one more picture added, the picture of Ironhide in alt mode in the back of MP-10s trailer (didn't I see that somewhere..?)

I can't wait. And then Ratchet! Wooooooooo!!!!

william-james88 wrote:

Cobotron wrote:

Cyberpath wrote:Looks like the photos that they later crop and use on the back of the box.

Ah ha. I see. I also trust your eye in this matter. :D

Why wouldnt this be the back of the box:

That's the pic I linked to in my post. :)

I don't like the torso. Here's why:

huryochagi wrote:Ironhide's upper body should be vertically parallel, but it's / \ shaped. His lower body is too wide. His torso should be 4:3 ratio, but it's 3:4. These things make his proportions look off.

frogbat wrote:

fenrir72 wrote:
UM butt flap IS anime accurate though.

is it? got any screenshots cos i don't recall it and couldn't find anything....

ScottyP wrote:I'd heard the sled was just a totally separate accessory somewhere, but the pictures make it look more and more like part of the van mode. Any thoughts on that?

I'm hoping it's part of the van. I've come to terms with the cartoon accuracy in this line, but I always appreciate a nod to the original toys. It seems like it would kind of be a waste and not in line with the awesomeness of these toys if it were separate.

That is one massive monkey

Cobotron wrote:

fenrir72 wrote:

mcfmullen wrote:

fenrir72 wrote:It's a Nissan Sunny Vanette. So 100% MP tradition (except for Optimus and UM who looks suspiciously like a Freightliner truck), this is going to be licensed.

I know what manufacturer made the vehicle. What's your proof it'll be licensed? I see no licensed branding anywhere on the alt mode.

It will be posted in the box like the other Cybertron cars.If not, then like MP 09 and 10.

Just to clarify for myself, the van was originally made by Datsun, and of course now it's Nissan, Ya?

Whoever get the top billing is fine. A cherry on top the ice cream.

Rodimus Minor wrote:

Optimus Primal .jpg

That is one massive monkey

Is that the same inflatable gorilla you see on the roof of car dealerships?

Cobotron wrote:

Rodimus Minor wrote:

Optimus Primal .jpg

That is one massive monkey

Is that the same inflatable gorilla you see on the roof of car dealerships?

Cobotron wrote:

Rodimus Minor wrote:

Optimus Primal .jpg

That is one massive monkey

Is that the same inflatable gorilla you see on the roof of car dealerships?

I'd kill to see a car dealership flying a giant inflatable Optimus Primal over its property.

Sabrblade wrote:

Cobotron wrote:

Rodimus Minor wrote:

Optimus Primal .jpg

That is one massive monkey

Is that the same inflatable gorilla you see on the roof of car dealerships?

I'd kill to see a car dealership flying a giant inflatable Optimus Primal over its property.

I'd stop and buy a damn car!