Video Review of Legacy Shrapnel Shows How you Can Make Sure you don't Have Mismatched Parts

Mine's mismatched, didn't notice it until chuckdawg's video. Doesn't bother me enough to do an exchange EVEN IF there's one to be found at GameStop Canada where I ordered mine. Just not gonna happen at my only local brick & mortar, and it's out of stock online.

Well, I see Shrapnel already has 2 different 3P upgrade kits on ebay, one of which address this issue with articulated bug legs that free up the official ones to be back- mounted guns, but I think we can look forward to a 3rd 3P weapon set that replaces them with guns more accurate to some of his fictional appearances that can also tack onto the official splinter-grenade launcher.

Thanks for the warning, Chuck! Since the 3 non-Deluxe Insecticons are also inherent troop-builders, a lot of collectors might just keep buying until they get matched legguns, and not be in a hurry to resell or trade, so his price could indeed skyrocket-rocket.

Looks like that Junkion is all twisted around. The truck front makes the chest while the legs and forearms are backwards. Looks like maybe a dump truck or a garbage truck?

I thought I was done with that Megatron mold, but a miner version using the alternate head they should have used on SG Megatron would sell me on it again.

Emerje

They really love that Seige Megatron mold, don't they? I'm surprised the thing isn't cheese by now.

Emerje wrote:Looks like that Junkion is all twisted around. The truck front makes the chest while the legs and forearms are backwards. Looks like maybe a dump truck or a garbage truck?

I thought I was done with that Megatron mold, but a miner version using the alternate head they should have used on SG Megatron would sell me on it again.

Emerje

I think that's right. Or put another way, the shot of the back should have the torso and shoulders flipped around, but everything else is right. They missed the torso twist and then moved the forearms to face the other way. I think a dump truck is the more likely alt mode based on the wheels, legs, and other visual cues, but that's just a guess.

ANOTHER Siege Megatron repaint/remold? Man alive, are they ever going to let that one go? This may put it into contention among the most re-used mold in recent Transformers history.

For Legacy Shrapnel's gun/leg accessories: Like many others, I was living in blissful ignorance until this difference was pointed out. That is kind of subtle and I can see how it could be overlooked. It's a small enough thing that it can be ignored, unless you're the kind who is annoyed by any lack of symmetry.

Thing is, if you are one of the (seemingly many) unfortunates who have fallen victim to this mis-matching, what can you DO about it? Will Hasbro send out replacement parts if you contact them? Or will you have to send the whole figure back, and they'll send you out another, and risk them doing the same thing all over again? We know what the problem is, but affected persons don't have a solution.

Perhaps Seibertron could set up an "exchange" thread, wherein people who have these mis-matched accessories can compare them, find compatible mis-matches, and arrange swaps online? If it'll start the ball rolling, my Shrapnel figure has two copies of the "4" stamped leg/gun accessories. If there's anyone out there who needs to swap out a "2" or a "3" copy of theirs, and get a "4" replacement? Let me know and I'll arrange for my minions to make the trade!

DeathReviews wrote:For Legacy Shrapnel's gun/leg accessories: Like many others, I was living in blissful ignorance until this difference was pointed out. That is kind of subtle and I can see how it could be overlooked. It's a small enough thing that it can be ignored, unless you're the kind who is annoyed by any lack of symmetry.

Thing is, if you are one of the (seemingly many) unfortunates who have fallen victim to this mis-matching, what can you DO about it? Will Hasbro send out replacement parts if you contact them? Or will you have to send the whole figure back, and they'll send you out another, and risk them doing the same thing all over again? We know what the problem is, but affected persons don't have a solution.

Perhaps Seibertron could set up an "exchange" thread, wherein people who have these mis-matched accessories can compare them, find compatible mis-matches, and arrange swaps online? If it'll start the ball rolling, my Shrapnel figure has two copies of the "4" stamped leg/gun accessories. If there's anyone out there who needs to swap out a "1" or a "3" copy of theirs, and get a "4" replacement? Let me know and I'll arrange for my minions to make the trade!

My solution is to not care, that's a nearly universal solution. Though like Jason Mendoza's Molotov cocktails, sometimes that's just because not caring creates a new problem.

AcademyofDrX wrote:

Emerje wrote:Looks like that Junkion is all twisted around. The truck front makes the chest while the legs and forearms are backwards. Looks like maybe a dump truck or a garbage truck?

I thought I was done with that Megatron mold, but a miner version using the alternate head they should have used on SG Megatron would sell me on it again.

Emerje

I think that's right. Or put another way, the shot of the back should have the torso and shoulders flipped around, but everything else is right. They missed the torso twist and then moved the forearms to face the other way. I think a dump truck is the more likely alt mode based on the wheels, legs, and other visual cues, but that's just a guess.

Not seeing the actual dump body, though it's hard to tell what the stuff on his back unfolds into. At the same time we haven't seen his weapons, they could be garbage truck lifts. Either way, it's safe to say he's some sort of heavy machinery.

Emerje

TF Tuesday official Nemesis Titan Revealed:

https://www.ign.com/articles/transforme ... sis-figure

The article posted a little over an hour ago and states it is up for pre-order on Pulse. But my guess is pre-orders probably wont open for a few more minutes starting around 9am PDT/12pm PDT (about 8 minutes from this post)

o.supreme wrote:TF Tuesday official Nemesis Titan Revealed:

https://www.ign.com/articles/transforme ... sis-figure

The article posted a little over an hour ago and states it is up for pre-order on Pulse. But my guess is pre-orders probably wont open for a few more minutes starting around 9am PDT/12pm PDT (about 8 minutes from this post)

Not a fan of the robot mode. Looks a little too spindly (just how hollow are the backs of those legs?)
Though I suppose they were limited by the alt mode which looks good, and unlike The Ark, at least she has weapons for her robot mode.

Coming in hot this Tuesday morning, we have some big news to share-literally! Legacy Titan Class Nemesis is finally revealed in all her purple glory. Via an article on IGN, we get several official product shots, showcasing the largest Decepticon toy and female Transformer ever produced. According to the article, she stands right around 23 1/2 inches, which puts her a couple of inches taller than Earthrise Scorponok (and his Black Zarak retool). She's shown in ship mode as well, faithfully recreating the look of the Decepticon flagship from the G1 cartoon. We even get a look at her box art, which shows her EvoFusion gimmick of having parts of her shins and ship mode wings being able to detach and form weapons for her to wield.










































As of this writing, she hasn't been put up for preorder anywhere just yet. We'll be sure to post links to preorders as they come up.

And as promised, she is now up for preorder at all the usual online stores, as well as Hasbro Pulse.

What do you all think of the newest Titan? Are you making room for her in your collection? Let us know your thoughts below!

o.supreme wrote:TF Tuesday official Nemesis Titan Revealed:

https://www.ign.com/articles/transforme ... sis-figure

The article posted a little over an hour ago and states it is up for pre-order on Pulse. But my guess is pre-orders probably wont open for a few more minutes starting around 9am PDT/12pm PDT (about 8 minutes from this post)

She looks very nice, I will definitely be getting her, but I may try my luck at finding one at brick-and-mortar retail instead of pre-ordering.

I also like the look of that Voyager Junkion, I don't have any of the Junkions yet, but depending on the Voyager's final look I may track down Scraphook and Crashbar and have a Junkion trio.

Also, I got a shipping notice for Dirge today, he'll be with me by the end of this week. I look forward to having him again.

GAMS

Damn, she's SWEET!
And in both modes.

Also, am I the only one seeing this?

Nice. Titans take up a lot of space, but I'll make room for Nemesis. I'm glad they dispensed with the "3rd mode" of a base on these - those always seem to suck up engineering from the other modes and make them sub-par.

That said - the thighs are really short compared to the shins, it looks kind of like she's on stilts. The protrusions from the shoulders are kind of high, but I guess they thought they had to do it this way to preserve the ship's silhouette.

And she may be taller than other Titans, but she's also a hekkuvva lot skinnier...

-Kanrabat- wrote:Damn, she's SWEET!
And in both modes.

Also, am I the only one seeing this?

I think it might just be you...

DeathReviews wrote:I'm glad they dispensed with the "3rd mode" of a base on these - those always seem to suck up engineering from the other modes and make them sub-par.

Those were only done with those who originally had them. As in, the City-bots.

What a beauty! I wasn’t super interested in getting the Ark, but if I’m getting her, I see no other choice. I also love the inclusion of the mini Seekers, makes me want to 3D print a mini Transmetal Megatron for some Beast Wars antics.

I can't seem to find Nemesis on Hasbro Pulse, and my minions have the 'membership'. It doesn't seem to be available for pre-order, unless there's a secret link that they haven't shared...

EDIT: The pre-order links in Pulse have since become active!

https://hasbropulse.com/collections/new ... on-nemesis

So - pre order if you can!

We knew from the previous TF livestream that there was an AIROCK connector on the side of the ship, but now thanks to the pics, we can see there is one on the back as well.

Just curious because I dont keep up with 3rd party add-ons.... Did any company make custom AIRLOCK connectors for The Ark?... If not I'm hoping someone is working on them now. Additionally I had heard several years ago that a company made custom TR connectors for T30 Metroplex, but I never was able to find them...

Looks great, not too keen on the goofy guns. Almost looks like it would display really well in bot mode next to Prime figures.

also seems to be lacking a bit of interactivity from not having a smaller bot or opening section but even with the lack of that really looks good. Only thing I'd change is the decepticon logons to to being purple with a white outline but plenty of purple as is. Doesnt look like it needs any add on kits to make it look complete or better

Pre-orders are now live!

https://hasbropulse.com/products/transf ... on-nemesis

https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Product/ ... 238230?o=1

Just preordered her on Pulse.

Bounti76 wrote:

-Kanrabat- wrote:Damn, she's SWEET!
And in both modes.

Also, am I the only one seeing this?

I think it might just be you...

Incorrect

This looks amazing, definite buy for me!

Looking at this and the arc, I am starting to think that doing Titan classes of the Autobot Shuttle, the Decepticon Space Cruiser/underwater HQ, and The Revenge might not be out of the question.

Roadbuster wrote:Looking at this and the arc, I am starting to think that doing Titan classes of the Autobot Shuttle, the Decepticon Space Cruiser/underwater HQ, and The Revenge might not be out of the question.

Even though I know they're not the same ship, I don't think there are enough differences between the Nemesis and the Victory for them to release it as a separate product. If add-on makers produce sets for the Nemesis, I imagine they'll include parts for Victory's thrusters.

Really like the design for the Nemesis (though, I will be calling her Slipstream Supreme for my collection). Definitely wanna pick her up, but that release date's a huge surprise to me. Hopefully there will still be copies by Christmas as that's when I tend to prefer picking up my titans

Absolutely loving the way the Nemesis looks. The botmode looks huge, agile and deadly, like an EVA. Maybe would have liked some little equivalent to Teletraan-1 (but smaller), like that tower that served as the entrance for the Decepticon base. I know it's a different ship, but the context is the same. No matter though, this thing looks beautiful as is.

TRANSFORMERS LEGACY EVOLUTION DECEPTICON NEMESIS  

(Ages 15 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $199.99/ Available: Fall 2023)

 

The battle is evolving with the Transformers Legacy Evolution Titan Class Decepticon Nemesis action figure! The Nemesis strikes fear into the sparks of anyone bold enough to cross the Decepticon ship. She despises the Autobots and is poised to take down any who stand in the way of Decepticon victory. Transformers Legacy opens the portal to a whole new universe of -- More Than Meets the Eye -- bringing together every generation of Transformers like you’ve never seen before. Collect and combine different characters to create your ideal Legacy lineup.

 

Inspired by The Transformers animated series, this action figure converts from ship to robot mode in 36 steps and stands at 23.5 inches tall in robot mode. Includes ship tower, 5 blaster accessories, and 4 Seeker micro figures that plug into ports in ship mode. Ship wings split apart to become blaster and axe accessories. Scan the code on the package to reveal character tech specs and collect other Transformers figures to discover facts and abilities (each sold separately, subject to availability). Now available for pre-order on Hasbro Pulse and participating retailers.

Preordered on Amazon.

I wish they did something with those pointy shoulders, as well as the fins on her legs. Also, in ship mode, that bulbous bottom on the front kinda reminds me of a turkey neck...

Looks even better with the actual color scheme.

Rodimus Prime wrote:Preordered on Amazon.

I wish they did something with those pointy shoulders, as well as the fins on her legs. Also, in ship mode, that bulbous bottom on the front kinda reminds me of a turkey neck...

I agree about the shoulders. And it looks as if they are using those big spikes on the shoulders in their boast about it being "23.5 inches tall". Which seems like cheating. I generally don't count protrusions towards a figure's overall height. For me, when the robot is standing in a normal pose, it's the height from head to foot which is what I count...

DeathReviews wrote:

Rodimus Prime wrote:Preordered on Amazon.

I wish they did something with those pointy shoulders, as well as the fins on her legs. Also, in ship mode, that bulbous bottom on the front kinda reminds me of a turkey neck...

I agree about the shoulders. And it looks as if they are using those big spikes on the shoulders in their boast about it being "23.5 inches tall". Which seems like cheating. I generally don't count protrusions towards a figure's overall height. For me, when the robot is standing in a normal pose, it's the height from head to foot which is what I count...

That sounds like a good idea until you assemble furniture and find out the toys don't fit

Because of the backpack and the very high shoulders, there can't be any forward arm movement. I felt like something was off, that may be why I couldn't preorder her

I reeeeally hope The Axalon and Darksyde are next.

I like it.

Not enough to buy it, but I like it.

In ship mode she looks great for the most part, I think that mode was given priority over the robot. Unfortunate for me, since I plan on having her in robot mode mostly. Now I have to decide if i should get the Ark to go with her. I was holding out for a repaint for The Last Autobot, but that's highly unlikely now.

DeathReviews wrote:ANOTHER Siege Megatron repaint/remold? Man alive, are they ever going to let that one go? This may put it into contention among the most re-used mold in recent Transformers history.

It won't beat the Siege tetrajet for more uses, it has at least 11.

Starscream
Thundercracker
Skywarp
HotLink
Redwing
Sparkless
Acid Storm
Nova Storm
Ion Storm
Premium Starscream
SG Starscream

Cheetron wrote:Because of the backpack and the very high shoulders, there can't be any forward arm movement. I felt like something was off, that may be why I couldn't preorder her

It looks like they didn't even build in shoulder rotation, but the transformation design and stability may have contributed to that choice, too.

Edit: scratch that, there is at least one stock image with limited shoulder rotation, I missed that.

I like how Thundercracker and Thrust are in their Earth modes while Skywarp isn't on the box art.

AcademyofDrX wrote:

Cheetron wrote:Because of the backpack and the very high shoulders, there can't be any forward arm movement. I felt like something was off, that may be why I couldn't preorder her

It looks like they didn't even build in shoulder rotation, but the transformation design and stability may have contributed to that choice, too.

Edit: scratch that, there is at least one stock image with limited shoulder rotation, I missed that.

Those flaps on her back can probably be folded.

The wings on her back can probably fold back to increase the range of shoulder articulation. Those wings look like they're formed by the vertical fin that splits into two halves that fold outward.

william-james88 wrote:

DeathReviews wrote:ANOTHER Siege Megatron repaint/remold? Man alive, are they ever going to let that one go? This may put it into contention among the most re-used mold in recent Transformers history.

It won't beat the Siege tetrajet for more uses, it has at least 11.

Starscream
Thundercracker
Skywarp
HotLink
Redwing
Sparkless
Acid Storm
Nova Storm
Ion Storm
Premium Starscream
SG Starscream

It will be the 10th use of the Siege Megatron mold, so it's close

I really love the way she looks! If you didn't know she was nearly two feet tall you'd probably assume she was a Deluxe figure for how dynamic they were able to get the posing in the photos. I don't miss the smaller robot being included at all because they made up for it with weapons. Nothing worse than a Titan that trades any and all weapons for a wrong colored extra figure (looking at you, Ark). There was rumor or maybe just speculation that she'd be able to interact with Tarn, I wonder if there's still a chance of that happening? They only officially mentioned Skyquake and Needlenose interacting in the instructions and during the live stream after all rather than on the box and in stock photos. Not actually sure what kind of interaction they could have though.

AcademyofDrX wrote:

Cheetron wrote:Because of the backpack and the very high shoulders, there can't be any forward arm movement. I felt like something was off, that may be why I couldn't preorder her

It looks like they didn't even build in shoulder rotation, but the transformation design and stability may have contributed to that choice, too.

Edit: scratch that, there is at least one stock image with limited shoulder rotation, I missed that.

It isn't great, but it's there. If it's a full rotation then simply closing the wings a little will fix any restrictions.

Emerje

with the little cannons on her torso, it kind of reminds me of tidal wave...

The figure is an absolute good! Buuuuuuut should have included a counterpart and the metallic looking piece of facial hair on the chin keeps me from referring this figure as a HER!

DeathReviews wrote:For Legacy Shrapnel's gun/leg accessories: Like many others, I was living in blissful ignorance until this difference was pointed out. That is kind of subtle and I can see how it could be overlooked. It's a small enough thing that it can be ignored, unless you're the kind who is annoyed by any lack of symmetry.

Thing is, if you are one of the (seemingly many) unfortunates who have fallen victim to this mis-matching, what can you DO about it? Will Hasbro send out replacement parts if you contact them? Or will you have to send the whole figure back, and they'll send you out another, and risk them doing the same thing all over again? We know what the problem is, but affected persons don't have a solution.

Perhaps Seibertron could set up an "exchange" thread, wherein people who have these mis-matched accessories can compare them, find compatible mis-matches, and arrange swaps online? If it'll start the ball rolling, my Shrapnel figure has two copies of the "4" stamped leg/gun accessories. If there's anyone out there who needs to swap out a "2" or a "3" copy of theirs, and get a "4" replacement? Let me know and I'll arrange for my minions to make the trade!

Perhaps the code stamps on the box can shed some light on which pieces we're getting with the figure.

Tell me if I'm being crazy here.

If this:


Equals this:



then is it possible this:



is a twisted take on this?:



I really wouldn't put it past Hasbro if there was at least a little bit of influence here.

Also I really want to see Tow-Line repainted into Robot Masters Wrecker Hook to go with the upcoming Straxus.



Emerje