Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia
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Thanks to Seibertronian DecepticonFinishline we've learned of an apparent running change to the Transformers War for Cybertron Siege Starscream Decepticon insignia. In his initial release Starscream was deco'd with the version of the insignia that was depicted in the live action movie series. Upon the release of Thundercracker, Redwing, and the Rainmakers comparisons were made to the newest wave of Siege Voyagers which includes an additional release of Starscream.
As reflected in the images below it appears Starscream's insignia has now been changed to the original G1 version.
From DecepticonFinishline:
"Though there were rumors floating around that Wave 3 Starscream would have a pin in his chest assembly, as the toys started to appear it seemed that was not the case (at least in my area). So I let those Wave 3 Starscreams lie.
After early shots of Siege Thundercracker surfaced, it seemed that he would join Siege Starscream in having the Movie Decepticon-symbol.
Enhance. Zoom. Enhance.
Yes. I.... I do believe that is the movie version of the Decepticon Symbol that was also present on Starscream.
Unexpected consistency...
Something that happened to a number of other toys - most enjoyably, Power of the Primes Slash. (Fun because it was a G1-Version of a character-concept introduced in the movies.) I don't prefer this symbol, but if ALL the Seekers were to have it, then that's no biggie to me.
HOWEVER. As Redwing and the Rainmakers started to appear, I noticed that they had the G1 Decepticon symbol as opposed to the Movie-Decepticon symbol that Starscream had. I was worried that the whole Seeker line would be a mismatched set, and I place a VERY high value on matching sets (much to some peoples' annoyance.)
When one of my Twitter-Friends got Thundercracker early, I asked if it had the G1- or Movie-Insignia, and the photos showed that he, in fact, ended up with G1-symbols seen below:
Though hard to see in most of the video review I've seen, it DOES seem that Skywarp also features the G1-insignia as well.
This had me wondering if maybe the Wave 3 Starscream DID have a running change afterall, but for the insignia rather than the rumored pin. Lo and behold, Wave 3 Starscream DOES include the G1-insignia!"
Transformers fans tend to be detail oriented. That's why we like that every Transformer has such fashionably color matched arsenals. This could be just the kind of detail that steered some away from the purchase of this amazing figure.
Does this mean you're ready to jump into the cockpit and soar with the king of the Seekers? Share your views with the Seibertron crew in the forums and as always stay tuned to Seibertron for the ultimate in Transformers news!
As reflected in the images below it appears Starscream's insignia has now been changed to the original G1 version.
From DecepticonFinishline:
"Though there were rumors floating around that Wave 3 Starscream would have a pin in his chest assembly, as the toys started to appear it seemed that was not the case (at least in my area). So I let those Wave 3 Starscreams lie.
After early shots of Siege Thundercracker surfaced, it seemed that he would join Siege Starscream in having the Movie Decepticon-symbol.
Enhance. Zoom. Enhance.
Yes. I.... I do believe that is the movie version of the Decepticon Symbol that was also present on Starscream.
Unexpected consistency...
Something that happened to a number of other toys - most enjoyably, Power of the Primes Slash. (Fun because it was a G1-Version of a character-concept introduced in the movies.) I don't prefer this symbol, but if ALL the Seekers were to have it, then that's no biggie to me.
HOWEVER. As Redwing and the Rainmakers started to appear, I noticed that they had the G1 Decepticon symbol as opposed to the Movie-Decepticon symbol that Starscream had. I was worried that the whole Seeker line would be a mismatched set, and I place a VERY high value on matching sets (much to some peoples' annoyance.)
When one of my Twitter-Friends got Thundercracker early, I asked if it had the G1- or Movie-Insignia, and the photos showed that he, in fact, ended up with G1-symbols seen below:
Though hard to see in most of the video review I've seen, it DOES seem that Skywarp also features the G1-insignia as well.
This had me wondering if maybe the Wave 3 Starscream DID have a running change afterall, but for the insignia rather than the rumored pin. Lo and behold, Wave 3 Starscream DOES include the G1-insignia!"
Transformers fans tend to be detail oriented. That's why we like that every Transformer has such fashionably color matched arsenals. This could be just the kind of detail that steered some away from the purchase of this amazing figure.
Does this mean you're ready to jump into the cockpit and soar with the king of the Seekers? Share your views with the Seibertron crew in the forums and as always stay tuned to Seibertron for the ultimate in Transformers news!
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Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033481)
Posted by Quantum Surge on August 6th, 2019 @ 2:44pm CDT
Posted by Quantum Surge on August 6th, 2019 @ 2:44pm CDT
We get a running change Starscream while Soundwave is hard to find.
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033483)
Posted by SgtNateV on August 6th, 2019 @ 2:50pm CDT
Posted by SgtNateV on August 6th, 2019 @ 2:50pm CDT
I've heard the running change also has a better chest hinge like the other Siege Seekers
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033485)
Posted by Stargrave on August 6th, 2019 @ 2:57pm CDT
Posted by Stargrave on August 6th, 2019 @ 2:57pm CDT
Just in from Snakas.blog are some great new in hand images of Transformers War for Cybertron Siege Bluestreak! Here we get some great views of him in and out of package along with close ups of the new paint job. We also get excellent up close views of his weaponry which any Prowl owners are no doubt envious of. Fully armed his vehicle mode is certainly something to behold. Bluestreak will complete the Datsun Autobot-Seekers set along with Smokescreen and Prowl. Will this be your first foray into this mold or are you completing your own set? Be sure to let us know in the forums and as always stay tuned to Seibertron for the ultimate in Transformers news!
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033487)
Posted by william-james88 on August 6th, 2019 @ 3:14pm CDT
Thanks, makes sense. If the 80$ price tag wasnt there,then I guess thats fair game, especially if you are comfortable with it. Congrats on the deal!
Posted by william-james88 on August 6th, 2019 @ 3:14pm CDT
Nathaniel Prime wrote:
I took him out from the shelf for a clearer picture. I have a picture of him with the price, but it's not on my phone right now, so I'll get it later.
For reference, it was in front of where Rampage is sitting right now.
Thanks, makes sense. If the 80$ price tag wasnt there,then I guess thats fair game, especially if you are comfortable with it. Congrats on the deal!
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033488)
Posted by TulioDude on August 6th, 2019 @ 3:14pm CDT
Posted by TulioDude on August 6th, 2019 @ 3:14pm CDT
He looks good.A solid version to have of him.Of the autobots that share this mold,this look one of the better ones.
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033491)
Posted by Cobotron on August 6th, 2019 @ 3:40pm CDT
Posted by Cobotron on August 6th, 2019 @ 3:40pm CDT
It's funny how different Datsun Bros wear different molds better than others. All 3 are my most fav bots, for sure, but I definitely thought Prowl wore the Combiner Wars mold the best. I think Bluestreak here wears this mold the best. And since Streak is my fav of the 3, I can't wait to get my hands on this one even more now.
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033492)
Posted by Stargrave on August 6th, 2019 @ 3:40pm CDT
Posted by Stargrave on August 6th, 2019 @ 3:40pm CDT
Just in from In Demand Toys on Facebook are in package images of the upcoming Transformers War for Cybertron Siege Battlemaster and Micromaster assortment including Rung, Singe, and Direct Hit with his Micromaster combiner partner Power Punch!
With this assortment you can torch your enemies with Singe, quadra-rocket blast your opponents to pieces with Direct Hit and Power Punch, and seriously de-escalate any intense conflict through conversation and understanding with the help of Rung. It's his eyebrows, so disarming. That should cover you in just about any scenario a Cybertronian battlefield could present.
Will these be helping you round out the first chapter of the War for Cybertron Battlemaster saga or will you pass on them? Be sure to share your views with the Seibertron crew in the forums and as always stay tuned to Seibertron for the ultimate in Transformers news!
With this assortment you can torch your enemies with Singe, quadra-rocket blast your opponents to pieces with Direct Hit and Power Punch, and seriously de-escalate any intense conflict through conversation and understanding with the help of Rung. It's his eyebrows, so disarming. That should cover you in just about any scenario a Cybertronian battlefield could present.
Will these be helping you round out the first chapter of the War for Cybertron Battlemaster saga or will you pass on them? Be sure to share your views with the Seibertron crew in the forums and as always stay tuned to Seibertron for the ultimate in Transformers news!
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033493)
Posted by sol magnus on August 6th, 2019 @ 3:53pm CDT
Posted by sol magnus on August 6th, 2019 @ 3:53pm CDT
Definitely getting Rung and Singe. Probably will partner Rung with Red Alert.
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033496)
Posted by Wolfman Jake on August 6th, 2019 @ 4:19pm CDT
That would make double-dipping a little more tempting. I noticed that the chest hinge on Red Wing was definitely a tighter, more secure fit, and it only popped off when I had something aligned incorrectly and tried to force the chest flush. I guess that's the reason Takara and Hasbro didn't design it with a pin.
Anyone know the magic lot number to look for on latter wave Starscreams?
Posted by Wolfman Jake on August 6th, 2019 @ 4:19pm CDT
SgtNateV wrote:I've heard the running change also has a better chest hinge like the other Siege Seekers
That would make double-dipping a little more tempting. I noticed that the chest hinge on Red Wing was definitely a tighter, more secure fit, and it only popped off when I had something aligned incorrectly and tried to force the chest flush. I guess that's the reason Takara and Hasbro didn't design it with a pin.
Anyone know the magic lot number to look for on latter wave Starscreams?
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033497)
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on August 6th, 2019 @ 4:21pm CDT
Supposedly they initially did, but with the prospect of ill-applied force breaking that part they removed the pin, without adjusting the tolerances (metal on plastic vs. plastic on plastic).
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on August 6th, 2019 @ 4:21pm CDT
Wolfman Jake wrote:SgtNateV wrote:I've heard the running change also has a better chest hinge like the other Siege Seekers
That would make double-dipping a little more tempting. I noticed that the chest hinge on Red Wing was definitely a tighter, more secure fit, and it only popped off when I had something aligned incorrectly and tried to force the chest flush. I guess that's the reason Takara and Hasbro didn't design it with a pin.
Supposedly they initially did, but with the prospect of ill-applied force breaking that part they removed the pin, without adjusting the tolerances (metal on plastic vs. plastic on plastic).
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033498)
Posted by Flashwave on August 6th, 2019 @ 4:22pm CDT
That is... Soo fitting and soo wrong.
"This is my gun, he's my Psychological Counseler..."
Posted by Flashwave on August 6th, 2019 @ 4:22pm CDT
sol magnus wrote:Definitely getting Rung and Singe. Probably will partner Rung with Red Alert.
That is... Soo fitting and soo wrong.
"This is my gun, he's my Psychological Counseler..."
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033499)
Posted by Wolfman Jake on August 6th, 2019 @ 4:24pm CDT
Still nothing in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota, but some of the Targets have reset their Transformers sections at least. The tag for the Seeker 3-Pack is on said shelves, but no product is available. The listing online keeps going in and out of stock so fast that, even with email notifications from Target, I can't get one ordered even two minutes later.
Oddly enough, I did just spot the Micromaster 10-Pack at a Target earlier today. They had at least two or three of them. No Rainmakers, though. It's like they haven't even been delivered to the Midwest yet.
Posted by Wolfman Jake on August 6th, 2019 @ 4:24pm CDT
Vic Zanzibar wrote:Found the Rainmakers. At the Sunset Boulevard store in Columbia, SC if anyone is in my area. They now have one left.
Still nothing in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota, but some of the Targets have reset their Transformers sections at least. The tag for the Seeker 3-Pack is on said shelves, but no product is available. The listing online keeps going in and out of stock so fast that, even with email notifications from Target, I can't get one ordered even two minutes later.
Oddly enough, I did just spot the Micromaster 10-Pack at a Target earlier today. They had at least two or three of them. No Rainmakers, though. It's like they haven't even been delivered to the Midwest yet.
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033500)
Posted by sol magnus on August 6th, 2019 @ 4:24pm CDT
Sort of my thought. Red Alert now has "24 cycle care" on deck.
Posted by sol magnus on August 6th, 2019 @ 4:24pm CDT
Flashwave wrote:sol magnus wrote:Definitely getting Rung and Singe. Probably will partner Rung with Red Alert.
That is... Soo fitting and soo wrong.
"This is my gun, he's my Psychological Counseler..."
Sort of my thought. Red Alert now has "24 cycle care" on deck.
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033501)
Posted by Wolfman Jake on August 6th, 2019 @ 4:26pm CDT
So, brutes like me breaking their toys are why we can't have nice things?
Posted by Wolfman Jake on August 6th, 2019 @ 4:26pm CDT
JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:Wolfman Jake wrote:SgtNateV wrote:I've heard the running change also has a better chest hinge like the other Siege Seekers
That would make double-dipping a little more tempting. I noticed that the chest hinge on Red Wing was definitely a tighter, more secure fit, and it only popped off when I had something aligned incorrectly and tried to force the chest flush. I guess that's the reason Takara and Hasbro didn't design it with a pin.
Supposedly they initially did, but with the prospect of ill-applied force breaking that part they removed the pin, without adjusting the tolerances (metal on plastic vs. plastic on plastic).
So, brutes like me breaking their toys are why we can't have nice things?
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033504)
Posted by Hellscream9999 on August 6th, 2019 @ 4:40pm CDT
Near as I can tell, they're putting out shelf labels at every target, but only a couple of stores are gonna stock it, no, I don't understand the logic
Posted by Hellscream9999 on August 6th, 2019 @ 4:40pm CDT
Wolfman Jake wrote:Vic Zanzibar wrote:Found the Rainmakers. At the Sunset Boulevard store in Columbia, SC if anyone is in my area. They now have one left.
Still nothing in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota, but some of the Targets have reset their Transformers sections at least. The tag for the Seeker 3-Pack is on said shelves, but no product is available. The listing online keeps going in and out of stock so fast that, even with email notifications from Target, I can't get one ordered even two minutes later.
Oddly enough, I did just spot the Micromaster 10-Pack at a Target earlier today. They had at least two or three of them. No Rainmakers, though. It's like they haven't even been delivered to the Midwest yet.
Near as I can tell, they're putting out shelf labels at every target, but only a couple of stores are gonna stock it, no, I don't understand the logic
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033509)
Posted by Skritz on August 6th, 2019 @ 5:16pm CDT
Posted by Skritz on August 6th, 2019 @ 5:16pm CDT
I got the impression IDW fanboys will hate what I plan to do with a few Rungs. 
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033511)
Posted by Randomhero on August 6th, 2019 @ 5:37pm CDT
Posted by Randomhero on August 6th, 2019 @ 5:37pm CDT
The first two Seacons went up for preorder but bbts took them down now. I managed to order them. They’re still in my orders made
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033515)
Posted by DecepticonFinishline on August 6th, 2019 @ 6:03pm CDT
I have the opposite problem here (Nebraska). Each of my Targets have had ONE Rainmaker set each, but no sign of Micromasters other than the price tag.
I'm curious, though, do you get Battlemasters properly stocked where you are in the Midwest? We just keep getting Wave 1 Battlemasters over and over and over again. And then again after that.
Posted by DecepticonFinishline on August 6th, 2019 @ 6:03pm CDT
Hellscream9999 wrote:Wolfman Jake wrote:Vic Zanzibar wrote:Found the Rainmakers. At the Sunset Boulevard store in Columbia, SC if anyone is in my area. They now have one left.
Still nothing in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota, but some of the Targets have reset their Transformers sections at least. The tag for the Seeker 3-Pack is on said shelves, but no product is available. The listing online keeps going in and out of stock so fast that, even with email notifications from Target, I can't get one ordered even two minutes later.
Oddly enough, I did just spot the Micromaster 10-Pack at a Target earlier today. They had at least two or three of them. No Rainmakers, though. It's like they haven't even been delivered to the Midwest yet.
Near as I can tell, they're putting out shelf labels at every target, but only a couple of stores are gonna stock it, no, I don't understand the logic
I have the opposite problem here (Nebraska). Each of my Targets have had ONE Rainmaker set each, but no sign of Micromasters other than the price tag.
I'm curious, though, do you get Battlemasters properly stocked where you are in the Midwest? We just keep getting Wave 1 Battlemasters over and over and over again. And then again after that.
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033525)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on August 6th, 2019 @ 6:19pm CDT
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on August 6th, 2019 @ 6:19pm CDT
Brickseek still tells me there are no seeker sets at any of my local targets. And online they come in stock at 3am and are gone by 6am, ugh!
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033526)
Posted by Nemesis Destron on August 6th, 2019 @ 6:20pm CDT
Posted by Nemesis Destron on August 6th, 2019 @ 6:20pm CDT
I did go by a local Target and did see the tag for the sought after seekers set but obviously no seekers.
I will have to pick up 2 of that ol' boy Bluestreak! I need the other so he can share those proper looking wheels with his brother Prowl...ahhhh yeah!
I will have to pick up 2 of that ol' boy Bluestreak! I need the other so he can share those proper looking wheels with his brother Prowl...ahhhh yeah!
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033528)
Posted by Sentinel_Primal on August 6th, 2019 @ 6:56pm CDT
I'm both nervous, and intrigued Any chance you'll share with the class early? Or do we have to wait till you have them in hand?
Posted by Sentinel_Primal on August 6th, 2019 @ 6:56pm CDT
Skritz wrote:I got the impression IDW fanboys will hate what I plan to do with a few Rungs.
I'm both nervous, and intrigued
Any chance you'll share with the class early? Or do we have to wait till you have them in hand?
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033531)
Posted by Microbot on August 6th, 2019 @ 7:42pm CDT
WHEN these will be available? And where? thanks!
Posted by Microbot on August 6th, 2019 @ 7:42pm CDT
Stargrave wrote:Just in from In Demand Toys on Facebook are in package images of the upcoming Transformers War for Cybertron Siege Battlemaster and Micromaster assortment including Rung, Singe, and Direct Hit with his Micromaster combiner partner Power Punch!
With this assortment you can torch your enemies with Singe, quadra-rocket blast your opponents to pieces with Direct Hit and Power Punch, and seriously de-escalate any intense conflict through conversation and understanding with the help of Rung. It's his eyebrows, so disarming. That should cover you in just about any scenario a Cybertronian battlefield could present.
Will these be helping you round out the first chapter of the War for Cybertron Battlemaster saga or will you pass on them? Be sure to share your views with the Seibertron crew in the forums and as always stay tuned to Seibertron for the ultimate in Transformers news!
WHEN these will be available? And where? thanks!
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033533)
Posted by william-james88 on August 6th, 2019 @ 8:13pm CDT
Posted by william-james88 on August 6th, 2019 @ 8:13pm CDT
These will be available wherever you get your toys, in december.
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033535)
Posted by Skritz on August 6th, 2019 @ 8:25pm CDT
His face is getting scrubbed and then smoothed out with putty (or something). Then he's getting a full paint of silver (and maybe some blue) and they will become protoforms who transform into stasis pods.
Posted by Skritz on August 6th, 2019 @ 8:25pm CDT
Sentinel_Primal wrote:Skritz wrote:I got the impression IDW fanboys will hate what I plan to do with a few Rungs.
I'm both nervous, and intrigued
His face is getting scrubbed and then smoothed out with putty (or something). Then he's getting a full paint of silver (and maybe some blue) and they will become protoforms who transform into stasis pods.
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033537)
Posted by Sabrblade on August 6th, 2019 @ 8:28pm CDT
Posted by Sabrblade on August 6th, 2019 @ 8:28pm CDT
Actually sounds like a neat idea for a retool that Hasbro should do but won't because "Beast Wars = Not G1".Skritz wrote:Sentinel_Primal wrote:Skritz wrote:I got the impression IDW fanboys will hate what I plan to do with a few Rungs.
I'm both nervous, and intrigued
His face is getting scrubbed and then smoothed out with putty (or something). Then he's getting a full paint of silver (and maybe some blue) and they will become protoforms who transform into stasis pods.
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033539)
Posted by Stargrave on August 6th, 2019 @ 8:32pm CDT
Posted by Stargrave on August 6th, 2019 @ 8:32pm CDT
That's right folks thanks to our fellow Seibertronian Chuckdawg1999 we have a video of the much anticipated War for Cybertron Siege Ratchet! Fans have been abuzz over this redux of the Siege Ironhide mold with his clever medbay mode and head crest which may be spot on for some, or completely wrong for others. Like him or love him most fans agree that Ratchet is one of the classic G1 pantheon and is a welcome addition to the Siege roster. Plus with all the battle damage deco's and these Weaponizers exploding all over the place it's about time we get someone on the battlefield who knows his way around a box of bandages.
Is your shelf ready for the original Transformers 'doc'? Who's the first Micromaster in your collection to visit his medbay mode? Let us know in the forums and as always stay tuned to Seibertron for the ultimate in Transformers news!
From Chuckdawg1999's post:
"The Doctor is in the HOUSE! Siege Ratchet is fantastic G1 inspired update to the classic character. Retooled from Ironhide Ratchet features a few new accessories including a wrench! Set to be a Walgreens exclusive this is definitely worth the pick-up."
Is your shelf ready for the original Transformers 'doc'? Who's the first Micromaster in your collection to visit his medbay mode? Let us know in the forums and as always stay tuned to Seibertron for the ultimate in Transformers news!
From Chuckdawg1999's post:
"The Doctor is in the HOUSE! Siege Ratchet is fantastic G1 inspired update to the classic character. Retooled from Ironhide Ratchet features a few new accessories including a wrench! Set to be a Walgreens exclusive this is definitely worth the pick-up."
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033541)
Posted by Skritz on August 6th, 2019 @ 8:39pm CDT
I didn't like Rung as a character (in fact I fucking hate him and who he turned out to be in IDW2005!) but his battlemaster toy immediately caught my eyes due to its completely unique tooling, what with his flip out back part being the rear end of his 'gun' and his legs being the barrels. This left me wondering what to do because the tooling looked like a lot of fun but I didn't like Rung. Taking a look at his body, I noticed how slim and simplistic he looked, even almost androgynous. He also has this big circle on his body which reminded me of this:
Thus I thought he'd look great as a protoform, in other words an infant and unformed Transformers whose body has not grown into its fully completed form. Battlemasters are also super small (only Micromasters are smaller in the current line) which also fitted with their depiction in TFA and Prime:
At first I wanted to get rid of his backpack but I think it could work as a stasis pod part.
Posted by Skritz on August 6th, 2019 @ 8:39pm CDT
Sabrblade wrote:Actually sounds like a neat idea for a retool that Hasbro should do but won't because "Beast Wars = Not G1".Skritz wrote:Sentinel_Primal wrote:Skritz wrote:I got the impression IDW fanboys will hate what I plan to do with a few Rungs.
I'm both nervous, and intrigued
His face is getting scrubbed and then smoothed out with putty (or something). Then he's getting a full paint of silver (and maybe some blue) and they will become protoforms who transform into stasis pods.
I didn't like Rung as a character (in fact I fucking hate him and who he turned out to be in IDW2005!) but his battlemaster toy immediately caught my eyes due to its completely unique tooling, what with his flip out back part being the rear end of his 'gun' and his legs being the barrels. This left me wondering what to do because the tooling looked like a lot of fun but I didn't like Rung. Taking a look at his body, I noticed how slim and simplistic he looked, even almost androgynous. He also has this big circle on his body which reminded me of this:
Thus I thought he'd look great as a protoform, in other words an infant and unformed Transformers whose body has not grown into its fully completed form. Battlemasters are also super small (only Micromasters are smaller in the current line) which also fitted with their depiction in TFA and Prime:
At first I wanted to get rid of his backpack but I think it could work as a stasis pod part.
Re: Apparent Running Change of Transformers Siege Starscream Movie Decepticon Insignia to G1 Insignia (2033542)
Posted by Hellscream9999 on August 6th, 2019 @ 8:39pm CDT
Don't worry, you're not alone, lots and lots of wave 1 battlemasters everywhere except a meijer in one city nearby - they got wave 2 and then set them all to clearance
Posted by Hellscream9999 on August 6th, 2019 @ 8:39pm CDT
DecepticonFinishline wrote:Hellscream9999 wrote:Wolfman Jake wrote:Vic Zanzibar wrote:Found the Rainmakers. At the Sunset Boulevard store in Columbia, SC if anyone is in my area. They now have one left.
Still nothing in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota, but some of the Targets have reset their Transformers sections at least. The tag for the Seeker 3-Pack is on said shelves, but no product is available. The listing online keeps going in and out of stock so fast that, even with email notifications from Target, I can't get one ordered even two minutes later.
Oddly enough, I did just spot the Micromaster 10-Pack at a Target earlier today. They had at least two or three of them. No Rainmakers, though. It's like they haven't even been delivered to the Midwest yet.
Near as I can tell, they're putting out shelf labels at every target, but only a couple of stores are gonna stock it, no, I don't understand the logic
I have the opposite problem here (Nebraska). Each of my Targets have had ONE Rainmaker set each, but no sign of Micromasters other than the price tag.
I'm curious, though, do you get Battlemasters properly stocked where you are in the Midwest? We just keep getting Wave 1 Battlemasters over and over and over again. And then again after that.
Don't worry, you're not alone, lots and lots of wave 1 battlemasters everywhere except a meijer in one city nearby - they got wave 2 and then set them all to clearance
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Posted by Skritz on August 6th, 2019 @ 8:42pm CDT
Posted by Skritz on August 6th, 2019 @ 8:42pm CDT
My local Wal Mart and TRU are still stuck in Wave 1 except for some Battlemasters and, sometimes, an odd deluxe popping up.
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Posted by william-james88 on August 6th, 2019 @ 8:49pm CDT
Posted by william-james88 on August 6th, 2019 @ 8:49pm CDT
Fellow Sibertronian Cyberpath told us of new images for upcoming highly anticipated Transformers Siege toys. One good thing of brand unification is that now fans outside Japan can benefit from Takara's stock photos for toys they will find at retail. These photos were found on Takara Tomy Mall.
Below you will find images for SG-40 Siege Battle Master Rung, SG-41 Siege Rumble and Ratbat (remember, Rumble is the Red one) and SG-42 Siege Deluxe Spinister. The Spinister images are particularly cool since we get a full view of the character from the front and back, making him look really clean. And look, no hollow forearms. All of these are due for mass retail (so wherever you get your toys) in December to finish off the year and provide more Siege toys for the holiday season. We also posted in package images of some of these toys here.
Below you will find images for SG-40 Siege Battle Master Rung, SG-41 Siege Rumble and Ratbat (remember, Rumble is the Red one) and SG-42 Siege Deluxe Spinister. The Spinister images are particularly cool since we get a full view of the character from the front and back, making him look really clean. And look, no hollow forearms. All of these are due for mass retail (so wherever you get your toys) in December to finish off the year and provide more Siege toys for the holiday season. We also posted in package images of some of these toys here.
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Posted by william-james88 on August 6th, 2019 @ 9:00pm CDT
Same with my neck of the woods, Canada really shit the bed when it comes to Siege. TRU is way behind. I know Americans may think our stocked shelves look fun, but its easy to have full shelves when its old product no one in interested in buying.
Posted by william-james88 on August 6th, 2019 @ 9:00pm CDT
Skritz wrote:My local Wal Mart and TRU are still stuck in Wave 1 except for some Battlemasters and, sometimes, an odd deluxe popping up.
Same with my neck of the woods, Canada really shit the bed when it comes to Siege. TRU is way behind. I know Americans may think our stocked shelves look fun, but its easy to have full shelves when its old product no one in interested in buying.
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Posted by Skritz on August 6th, 2019 @ 9:07pm CDT
Titans Return and POTP were slightly quicker but Siege is the king of shelf-warming anything that isn't Optimus and Megatron.
Posted by Skritz on August 6th, 2019 @ 9:07pm CDT
william-james88 wrote:Skritz wrote:My local Wal Mart and TRU are still stuck in Wave 1 except for some Battlemasters and, sometimes, an odd deluxe popping up.
Same with my neck of the woods, Canada really **** the bed when it comes to Siege. TRU is way behind. I know Americans may think our stocked shelves look fun, but its easy to have full shelves when its old product no one in interested in buying.
Titans Return and POTP were slightly quicker but Siege is the king of shelf-warming anything that isn't Optimus and Megatron.
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Posted by Ironhidensh on August 6th, 2019 @ 9:08pm CDT
Posted by Ironhidensh on August 6th, 2019 @ 9:08pm CDT
If you are searching Walmart for Jetfire, don't just limit your search to the Transformers section.
One of my Walmart's had them in the Jurassic park section.
One of my Walmart's had them in the Jurassic park section.
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Posted by Skritz on August 6th, 2019 @ 9:09pm CDT
Well, didn't he technically crash on prehistoric Earth in the G1 toon?
Posted by Skritz on August 6th, 2019 @ 9:09pm CDT
Ironhidensh wrote:If you are searching Walmart for Jetfire, don't just limit your search to the Transformers section.
One of my Walmart's had them in the Jurassic park section.
Well, didn't he technically crash on prehistoric Earth in the G1 toon?
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Posted by william-james88 on August 6th, 2019 @ 9:13pm CDT
Oh man, my TRUs have seas of Megatrons. Only Optimus figures are moving.
Posted by william-james88 on August 6th, 2019 @ 9:13pm CDT
Skritz wrote:william-james88 wrote:Skritz wrote:My local Wal Mart and TRU are still stuck in Wave 1 except for some Battlemasters and, sometimes, an odd deluxe popping up.
Same with my neck of the woods, Canada really **** the bed when it comes to Siege. TRU is way behind. I know Americans may think our stocked shelves look fun, but its easy to have full shelves when its old product no one in interested in buying.
Titans Return and POTP were slightly quicker but Siege is the king of shelf-warming anything that isn't Optimus and Megatron.
Oh man, my TRUs have seas of Megatrons. Only Optimus figures are moving.
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Posted by Flashwave on August 6th, 2019 @ 10:04pm CDT
Posted by Flashwave on August 6th, 2019 @ 10:04pm CDT
How did you find Ratchet on Ebay? I have been watching for a while and all I can find are the silly TCG Cards
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Posted by Nemesis Destron on August 6th, 2019 @ 10:42pm CDT
Zing!!!
Posted by Nemesis Destron on August 6th, 2019 @ 10:42pm CDT
Skritz wrote:Ironhidensh wrote:If you are searching Walmart for Jetfire, don't just limit your search to the Transformers section.
One of my Walmart's had them in the Jurassic park section.
Well, didn't he technically crash on prehistoric Earth in the G1 toon?
Zing!!!
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Posted by cloudballoon on August 6th, 2019 @ 10:45pm CDT
In my neck of the wood (Markham, Ontario). The selfwarming figures are Megatron, Skytread, Shockwave in Wave 1, Wave 2 is only slowly starting to appear more regularly but I see many Chromia with no other bots next to the fembot. I got my Starscream a month ago and I still haven't found any Soundwave. It's really tough this year to hunt for TF. I used to be able to get 90% of my TF at Toys R Us, and often on sale. This year, maybe 25-30% comes from TRU. I have to get it at Walmart, I don't see the figures at TRU for me to do returns after 90 days!
Posted by cloudballoon on August 6th, 2019 @ 10:45pm CDT
william-james88 wrote:Oh man, my TRUs have seas of Megatrons. Only Optimus figures are moving.
In my neck of the wood (Markham, Ontario). The selfwarming figures are Megatron, Skytread, Shockwave in Wave 1, Wave 2 is only slowly starting to appear more regularly but I see many Chromia with no other bots next to the fembot. I got my Starscream a month ago and I still haven't found any Soundwave. It's really tough this year to hunt for TF. I used to be able to get 90% of my TF at Toys R Us, and often on sale. This year, maybe 25-30% comes from TRU. I have to get it at Walmart, I don't see the figures at TRU for me to do returns after 90 days!
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Posted by Sentinel_Primal on August 6th, 2019 @ 11:39pm CDT
Wish I'd have known this when I ran to Wal-Mart earlier
I did a quick once through then checked the top shelves and didn't find him. But, they apparently reorganized, so hopefully they should be stocking everything again next week
Posted by Sentinel_Primal on August 6th, 2019 @ 11:39pm CDT
Ironhidensh wrote:If you are searching Walmart for Jetfire, don't just limit your search to the Transformers section.
One of my Walmart's had them in the Jurassic park section.
Wish I'd have known this when I ran to Wal-Mart earlier
I did a quick once through then checked the top shelves and didn't find him. But, they apparently reorganized, so hopefully they should be stocking everything again next week
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Posted by Madeus Prime on August 7th, 2019 @ 12:21am CDT
Posted by Madeus Prime on August 7th, 2019 @ 12:21am CDT
By some miracle, Spokane stores are getting their act together with resupplying their toy departments. In the last five days I've encountered the latest waves of Studio Series, Siege, and Cyberverse, INCLUDING store exclusives!
On that note, buy Siege Jetfire. Just. Do. It.
On that note, buy Siege Jetfire. Just. Do. It.
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Posted by bacem on August 7th, 2019 @ 12:40am CDT
i would if i have extra fund. 160$ is not something that i can leisurely drop on a single figure, on my current situation, unfortunately.
Posted by bacem on August 7th, 2019 @ 12:40am CDT
Madeus Prime wrote:On that note, buy Siege Jetfire. Just. Do. It.
i would if i have extra fund. 160$ is not something that i can leisurely drop on a single figure, on my current situation, unfortunately.
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Posted by chuckdawg1999 on August 7th, 2019 @ 12:52am CDT
A seller from Hong Kong had some. It's a TRU exclusive over there.
Posted by chuckdawg1999 on August 7th, 2019 @ 12:52am CDT
Flashwave wrote:How did you find Ratchet on Ebay? I have been watching for a while and all I can find are the silly TCG Cards
A seller from Hong Kong had some. It's a TRU exclusive over there.
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Posted by Emerje on August 7th, 2019 @ 1:39am CDT
Posted by Emerje on August 7th, 2019 @ 1:39am CDT
I've come to realize how broken Target's stock notification is online. I hit the button when we first reported the Rain Makers were in stock there since it was gone when I checked, but it just randomly emails me to say it's back in stock, sometimes only minutes after I hit the button. Hopefully I'll either catch it online or find it in the store.
Also those seemingly finished Spinister stock photos.
Emerje
Also those seemingly finished Spinister stock photos.
Emerje
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Posted by Carnivius_Prime on August 7th, 2019 @ 1:55am CDT
Posted by Carnivius_Prime on August 7th, 2019 @ 1:55am CDT
Hm nope. I liked Spinister a lot in the Marvel UK comics but I don't care for this figure. I not sure why. He's never had the best design anyways but the body looks boring and the chopper kibble at back (particularly the tail end) just looks bad to me. Was never fond of his colour layout either. Easy pass.
(still can't figure out what they were thinking with that Rumble either)
(still can't figure out what they were thinking with that Rumble either)
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Posted by Cyberpath on August 7th, 2019 @ 3:40am CDT
Posted by Cyberpath on August 7th, 2019 @ 3:40am CDT
"It appears to be a robot of unknown classification.
With his size and probable strength, he will make an excellent Decepticon!"
Yay, I finally have Siege Skyfire! (No thanks to you, Amazon!)
Now, lets find out if he's worth it.
With his size and probable strength, he will make an excellent Decepticon!"
Yay, I finally have Siege Skyfire! (No thanks to you, Amazon!)
Now, lets find out if he's worth it.
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Posted by frogbat on August 7th, 2019 @ 3:46am CDT
Posted by frogbat on August 7th, 2019 @ 3:46am CDT
The more I see of spinister, the more I like him. Find it’s Cool he’s getting his own mould.. more deceptions are always welcome.. choppers are awesome... my main criticism is that it’s odd in a line with target masters as a main component, he isn’t being shipped with them. I like his weapons, but I’m guessing his original target asters might be candidates for a battlemaster pack.
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Posted by Deadput on August 7th, 2019 @ 4:37am CDT
One of them is getting released later in the Battlemaster line, Singe is part of the same wave as Rung.
Hairsplitter is part of Skywarp's Amazon exclusive set under the new name Shrute
Posted by Deadput on August 7th, 2019 @ 4:37am CDT
frogbat wrote:The more I see of spinister, the more I like him. Find it’s Cool he’s getting his own mould.. more deceptions are always welcome.. choppers are awesome... my main criticism is that it’s odd in a line with target masters as a main component, he isn’t being shipped with them. I like his weapons, but I’m guessing his original target asters might be candidates for a battlemaster pack.
One of them is getting released later in the Battlemaster line, Singe is part of the same wave as Rung.
Hairsplitter is part of Skywarp's Amazon exclusive set under the new name Shrute
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Posted by Flashwave on August 7th, 2019 @ 8:28am CDT
I know this, but I can't pull it up in the search results, even as a Sold Listing. All I get is the cards
Posted by Flashwave on August 7th, 2019 @ 8:28am CDT
chuckdawg1999 wrote:Flashwave wrote:How did you find Ratchet on Ebay? I have been watching for a while and all I can find are the silly TCG Cards
A seller from Hong Kong had some. It's a TRU exclusive over there.
I know this, but I can't pull it up in the search results, even as a Sold Listing. All I get is the cards
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Posted by AcademyofDrX on August 7th, 2019 @ 8:40am CDT
I think I overreacted to the "not sold at this store" online reporting. My local Target has a shelf label for the Rainmakers, even though the website describes the product as "not sold at this store." I guess the distribution is just really uneven?
I took a long drive to get mine. I probably wouldn't do that again, assuming it will be more widely available over the next few months.
Posted by AcademyofDrX on August 7th, 2019 @ 8:40am CDT
Emerje wrote:I've come to realize how broken Target's stock notification is online. I hit the button when we first reported the Rain Makers were in stock there since it was gone when I checked, but it just randomly emails me to say it's back in stock, sometimes only minutes after I hit the button. Hopefully I'll either catch it online or find it in the store.
Also those seemingly finished Spinister stock photos.
Emerje
I think I overreacted to the "not sold at this store" online reporting. My local Target has a shelf label for the Rainmakers, even though the website describes the product as "not sold at this store." I guess the distribution is just really uneven?
I took a long drive to get mine. I probably wouldn't do that again, assuming it will be more widely available over the next few months.
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Posted by Rodimus Knight on August 7th, 2019 @ 9:41am CDT
Posted by Rodimus Knight on August 7th, 2019 @ 9:41am CDT
My fear was going to be you wouldn't be able to find Refractor because everyone was going to buy all three from the case to make the camera, which I don't hold that against anyone, because I would do the same, but that's what's been happening locally. I've seen his case mates in a couple of stores, otherwise every store seems to be stocking up on wave one. In fact those sames stores that I found Brunt and Red Alert, then got in fresh stock of wave 1.
When I was asked If I found everything alright, I told them no.
When I was asked what I was looking for I told them, The new wave of Transformers, you keep restocking the old one.
To that the response was a blank look and "oh"
When I was asked If I found everything alright, I told them no.
When I was asked what I was looking for I told them, The new wave of Transformers, you keep restocking the old one.
To that the response was a blank look and "oh"
