Transformers Alternate Universe Optimus Prime to be a Prime Day Release on Amazon + Package Photos

william-james88 wrote:We got some more news for the upcoming Transformers Alternate Universe Optimus Prime release. Firstly, I am referring to the grey redeco of Earthrise Optimus Prime, which references Optimus dying in the 1986 film. Firstly, through the Amazon wish list trick we can now see that the release date will be July 15, which is Prime day this year. @chrisrtxv on Twitter posted what they see on their Amazon wishlist, there is on actual link to the product page right now though.

We also have images of how the toy will come packaged with a cardboard box of Optimus' chest windows with reflections of his friends surrounding his death bed. Those image come from Toy Malaysia on Facebook. The group is private but the images have been reflected below.

Rodimus Prime wrote:Was it ever determined why this was named Alternate Universe Prime? I mean, if the Siege figures are based on the 84 cast, that means they represent the cartoon, and the movie is in the cartoon universe, which means Prime dying happened in the same universe, not an alternate one.

Sentinel_Primal wrote:Probably because it's toughter to market Sleep Mode and Dead Body Optimus Prime. Especially as a retailer exclusive. Or they want to avoid spoilers for a 35 year old movie

Cheetron wrote:I get to typing in the tra part and it pops up in the search. But no results and I've included prime items and out of stocks. Wonder if it's gone already.

grimdragon2001 wrote:

Cheetron wrote:I get to typing in the tra part and it pops up in the search. But no results and I've included prime items and out of stocks. Wonder if it's gone already.

I was wondering the same thing, although they could be hiding the link for Prime Day

Rodimus Prime wrote:Was it ever determined why this was named Alternate Universe Prime? I mean, if the Siege figures are based on the 84 cast, that means they represent the cartoon, and the movie is in the cartoon universe, which means Prime dying happened in the same universe, not an alternate one.

grimdragon2001 wrote:

Cheetron wrote:I get to typing in the tra part and it pops up in the search. But no results and I've included prime items and out of stocks. Wonder if it's gone already.

I was wondering the same thing, although they could be hiding the link for Prime Day

Cheetron wrote:Thanks! Found it and preordered! You rock!!

Rodimus Prime wrote:The box says "Skywarp and Thundercracker" so I always expected Skywarp to be on the left.

TF-fan kev777 wrote:Is it just me, or does Thundercracker look like he has the screaming mouth on the packaging mixup. Can't see Skywarps in that photo to compare.

Skritz wrote:

Rodimus Prime wrote:The box says "Skywarp and Thundercracker" so I always expected Skywarp to be on the left.

OH NO ITS RUMBLE AND FRENZY ALL OVER AGAIN!

Sentinel_Primal wrote:So, after seeing a picture of all the Earthrise deluxes together, I couldn't help but think about the other minibots, and I had a thought: What if Cosmos was like Hoist's height? I know traditionally he's a minibot, but if I recall correctly there are different comics showing him as being a taller bot, almost voyager height. Personally, I think it'd be kind of neat if we got a taller version because we already have a really good Legends sized figure. Plus, they could maybe try to do something similar to Cybertron Metroplex and give him a "tall" mode where he'd be a bit skinnier, and a "proper" mode where he'd be bulkier and smaller. I have no idea if it'd be possible due to plastic restrictions and engineering, but I think it could be interesting to see

Skritz wrote:

Sentinel_Primal wrote:So, after seeing a picture of all the Earthrise deluxes together, I couldn't help but think about the other minibots, and I had a thought: What if Cosmos was like Hoist's height? I know traditionally he's a minibot, but if I recall correctly there are different comics showing him as being a taller bot, almost voyager height. Personally, I think it'd be kind of neat if we got a taller version because we already have a really good Legends sized figure. Plus, they could maybe try to do something similar to Cybertron Metroplex and give him a "tall" mode where he'd be a bit skinnier, and a "proper" mode where he'd be bulkier and smaller. I have no idea if it'd be possible due to plastic restrictions and engineering, but I think it could be interesting to see

Warpath is the obvious choice for big Legends/small Deluxe, given his alt mode.

Skritz wrote:I'm just saying he's a goddamn tank, which is a tad small for the modern Legend size class associated with the Mini Bots characters.

sol magnus wrote:

Skritz wrote:I'm just saying he's a goddamn tank, which is a tad small for the modern Legend size class associated with the Mini Bots characters.

And I agree. Don't be hostile. Peace, bro.

Skritz wrote:

Rodimus Prime wrote:The box says "Skywarp and Thundercracker" so I always expected Skywarp to be on the left.

OH NO ITS RUMBLE AND FRENZY ALL OVER AGAIN!

LinaNui wrote:I find it funny that they are switched around, I wonder if there could be a package with two of the same figure in it as well? Just out of curiosity, I followed the link to collectiotoys, and they are trying to sell the mix up for $300!? and even the normal for $164!? And looking at there other listings, SS scavenger for $89?!, they seem to be out of there minds when it comes to pricing.

Nickster563 wrote:It seems they actually both have the screaming face. They must be really tired of Starscream's BS lol.

Jeddostotle7 wrote:

Nickster563 wrote:It seems they actually both have the screaming face. They must be really tired of Starscream's BS lol.

If it's swapped from what they're supposed to be, and they both have the screaming face... Seems to me more likely that someone bought two of the pack, swapped the heads between one of the Skywarps and one of the Thundercrackers to get a Skywarp with a neutral head, then put the Thundercracker and Skywarp both with screaming head back in the box (in the wrong order), sealed it back up, and returned it.

Jeddostotle7 wrote:

Nickster563 wrote:It seems they actually both have the screaming face. They must be really tired of Starscream's BS lol.

If it's swapped from what they're supposed to be, and they both have the screaming face... Seems to me more likely that someone bought two of the pack, swapped the heads between one of the Skywarps and one of the Thundercrackers to get a Skywarp with a neutral head, then put the Thundercracker and Skywarp both with screaming head back in the box (in the wrong order), sealed it back up, and returned it.

BATTLEMASTER IIC wrote:So... Sparkeater Optimus Prime?

ChrisRiss wrote:And here, I can't find a normal one because no Target in my area is carrying them.

aronjlove wrote:

LinaNui wrote:I find it funny that they are switched around, I wonder if there could be a package with two of the same figure in it as well? Just out of curiosity, I followed the link to collectiotoys, and they are trying to sell the mix up for $300!? and even the normal for $164!? And looking at there other listings, SS scavenger for $89?!, they seem to be out of there minds when it comes to pricing.

And yet there are people that will happily pay those prices. Just take a look at eBay. I was looking up a Combiner Wars Optimus, white or red, and they are starting at $80 used. New figures are easily over $100. And with this being a production error that is inherently limited, there are those that will have to have it.

MadProject wrote:I don't know if it has already been posted, but we have a videoreview of ER Megatron.

While I like how they remolded the threads to make a single one, I still think that this figure is an easy pass if you already got the Siege.
Unlike Optimus, I think we're still far from the "ultimate" Generations Megatron.

https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV1Qz411 ... DG6wZWzhS0