It has been a long while since i post new updates, I am still buying all the regular release but never felt so compelled to post until my recent addition. I been really wanting to get this. Its been along time I wanted to get a Transformer item so much. I have been ploughing through ebays and searching the web. But it just seems so hard to get my hands on one. And of cos at 280 sgd, I just cant bear to part my money with in the recently uncertainly of the economy. Nonetheless, I decide to bit the bullet and go with my heart and shut my brain off. (thats usually the case anyway).
Ok enough of the crap. Lets get to the Optimus Prime himself. Comes in a "Crystal case" box. To showcase the full gory of this Masterpiece.
Its easy to remove him out of the box. No messy wires from the regular Hasbro/ Takara releases. This i must emphasize is a licensed product.
The bust is "transformable" you can decide to display him both in Normal mode and Battle mode. Frankly, I think he has really ugly mouth.. So prefer to have his mouth piece on. but the detailing of the mouth is mindblowing. The manufacturer claim that the entire bust is made out of 40 seperate pieces. Very well sculpt looks mechical and adds lots of depth to it than your regular bust figure.
Apart from all the details to muse about it comes with electronic functions!!! it has light sensitive LED eyes which gets brighter as surrounding gets darker. Check out the video clip.
Its has also a voice recording function that allow you to record your favourite line by our dearest Peter Cullen.. This function I felt was over hype cause you can only record for about 2min of audio and you have only one track. And the original one gets over written when you record a new clip.
As you can see, it is perfect all round. Every parts come together and fit seamlessly. Giving a very mechanical feel.. And made up of diecast and ABS plastic adds weight to the bust ...
I have not found anything I dislike about this..
As you can see the the detailings are mind blowing. The Dial on the side is turnable like the movie. Its a pity i does turn automatically. That would have been given it a "Mech alive" touch to it.
Battle mode.. Face shield on.. The way I like it.......
This is certainly one of my price collection. Not extremely expensive. but truely monumental. my personal celebration to the 25th anniversay of Transformers.
The center piece of my collection.
For some reason, the recent releases seems pale by comparision to the bust. I am not as excited with MP-08 Grimlock which is still sitting in my boot after buying it.. Oh.. SMS just arrive ... Henki Hot Shot, Dinobots and Minibots has just arrived.. I am so so broke..
Yes, The strongest Man of the Univese has return yet again, this time under the line
Master of the Universe Classic. True to it's name he is almost like the He-man we know in the 80s only he is bigger, bulkier, heavier and packed with more articulation.
He-Man, was the very first offical " Favourite Toy" He was my favourite toys for several years until MASK came along. Holding this He-Man in my hands was like dream come through. I have travelled back time. Yes, he almost look like his original counterpart. 2008 Mattel relaunches the franchise in a whole new model, this time very conservatively.
With King Greyskull as a SDCC exclusive. He was selling like hotcakes. Come packed in one of the most special package. The box fold into Castle Grey Skull, and when the door open. It will activate both light and sound.
Shouting " I have the Power" followed by flashes of blue lights mimicking lightings. Definately a must have for all Master of the Universe fans.
Check video below.
In package picture. King Grey Skull was introduced 2002 Master of the universe animation. And for the first time, explain how He-man has his power and how did Castle Grey Skull comes about. I would strongly recommend fans to try watch it if possible.
He-man spot a darker skin tone.
I spent hours fiddling with it. He might not have all the articulation you would wish to have. But sufficient to pose him in most of his signature pose.
By the Power of Grey Skull ......
I have the power. ....
I totally digg this figure. Having said that I still like the 2002 sculpt. And certainly my favourite He-man line. Too bad. Mattel had not given them much articulation to keep cost low..
To me this is one of the most "Value for Money Gift set"
The box is really huge about 60 x 50cm x 10cm.. I didnt really measure it. But thats about how big this Giftset is.
Like most Giftset in Takara Transformers after the God Fire Convoy from the Car Robot line in 2000. Comes with special clears parts that and special repaint not avialable in the regular release.
There are 3 figures thats comes in it. Namely
1.Galaxy Convoy
2. Sonic Bomber (Which will merge with Galaxy Conovy to form Sonic Convoy)
3. Rumble retool ( Coby's version)
Beautiful box art that will simply blow you away. And in it pack with toys with huge range of playability.
Lets take a look at Rumble. If you watched the series you will know that Rumble was originally a decepticon drone. Which Coby one of the human character in the show, managed to convert and customized to his very own vehicle.
The retool includes a new head scuplt. (Anime accurate)
In the alternative mode. On one of the legs. you will find Coby's name decorated on it. To to mimic a custom spray job. It even add a wet paint dripping effect to it. Nice touch!!
Like all the figure in the toyline it comes with a Force Chip unlocking gimmick.
When activated by the force chip, and energon blade will spring out from the cannon.
Making him look real menacing.
Lets take a look at Galaxy Convoy.
Unlike the regular release, The GS convoy comes with metalic replaint and transparent parts. Which include but not limited to his Arms, Leggs and body and even the head. It pretty much everything but not his wings and cannons.
Fire Truck mode.
Flight mode.
Robot mode.
Now In my opinion this is one of the best convoy ever produced. It comes with all gimmick that makes Prime, Prime. hahah.
If I recall correctly. He is the first ever Optimus prime that has removable face shield incoorporated into his toy counter part ( Please pardon me if this is not correct)
And the slide fin can be extended side way to give him a new look from his standard Convoy mode. (Resemble very much like those mecha from the BRAVE series )
And Optimus Prime will never be complete without his matrix.
And the Matrix can even be removed!!!
Till All are one. However, I do not recall in the animation where the Matrix were put to good use.
such a pity.
In my opinion, the design of Galaxy convoy is very much influenced by the designs of mecha in the Gundam seed series. which was hugely popular around the globe.
Next, lets take a look at Convoy Sidekick Galaxy Convoy.
Since God Ginrai, most Autobot leaders often comes with the ability to merge with another powerful side kick to boost his fire and flight ability. But it was lost after Victory Saber.
One to be revived in God Fire Convoy, followed by Magna Convoy in Armada, And Wing convoy/Cannon Convoy in Superlink (apologies if I have them named wrongly : its a very forgetable series).
And finally Sonic Convoy.
One of the most Armed Convoy of all time. And he even comes with 2 swords as you will see below.
Chevrolet Aveo Autobot SWERVE Never thought I could own this given that they were originally available for Chevrolet car buyers and I am not intending to get one ....
But here it is.... Packaging:
Comes in a seal baggy. Hope it will be carded but who cares..
Both side of the Aveo Swerve was protected by Plastic tray.
Car Mode:
Paint job is good. Better that your average voyager line.
Transformation:
It might apear simple but its truely "more than meets the eye", the Transforming sequence is pretty unique and I have seen something quite like the same before especially for the legs..
Nice touch here. I couldn't put it better in words.. So I urge you guys to go get it and try it yourself..
Robot mode:
Aveo Swerve Robot mode has pretty good proportion and packed with articulation you would wanted in most Transformers. Very nice arm and fist too. The fist are open and does not seem to be able to hold any weapons not that he has any.
Head and neck: Due to its unique design he can tilt his head all the way up (90 degree)
And he can even "stretch" his head forward thanks to the movable neck (something you won't usually see in most Transformers figures)
Arm: Ball jointed, You can the arm 360 degrees about the Torso and you can more sideways as well.
Twistable waist.
Legs appear short to me, but with Knee joint, twistable Ankle, Aveo has one of the best lets for the Voyager class.
Apologies for the poor review.. I will try to take more pics a while later.. to do justice to this wonderful piece.
I used to own 2 Grand Maximuses, One MISB and one MIB.
After some consideration and need for fund for my marriage I sold one the MIB unused away.
I still regret it today. My advice those considering selling your collection away. Think twice before you act. haha.
I found these pics in my computer so I though I just post it here.
I am happy to have my MISB C-10 Grandmax with me for now. Till I find a better piece in th future.. And of cos a pic of Brave Maximus.. He is now boxed.. away from the sun..
This was the first time in Transformers that Optimus prime has a Cybertron and Earth mode with toys produced.
And of cos I am so looking forward to get my own. I seen it on various reviews and I just have to get it. I am a Prime Addict.
Tonnes of it can be found on on Ebay. There must be a serious leak.
Somehow it was interesting , that the animation was aready airring yet none of the toys can be found in retail.
This is so unusual, since the animation was usually used as a form of advertisment or publicity marketing for the toy line.
The only possible reason I could think of was of cos.. its was "officially" leaked.
On one hand, Hasbro is still milking on the toyline from the Movie.
On the other, they want to ride on the success of the movie and aim to capture the childern's attention and build a brand new market base.
In order not to dilute consumer spending capcity, These non-official releases foundd their way to the "market" to keep our interest high..
Ok enough of my Hypothesis. and bull Sh%t... Lets take a look at the toy itself.
When the news of Transformers Animated was first released by Hasbro, I was like..
What the hack is Hasbro thinking. This is a total crap.. in recent years American Animation has taken a serious dive. either they look like Japan Anime copycat.. or they are so stylized that makes you think that animators in the 80s are all dead.
And it all started with Powerpuff girls , and spongebob. next. yucks.. its tasteless humor.
But When i see the Toys from the animation. Oh perhaps it was South Park...
Having said that, I was impressed how the toys look., Optimus Prime looks like he jumped right out from the animation. For the first time He redefine Anime-accurate.
And Cybertron Optimus Prime is a "living" example, along the rest in this toyline.
Again, I have to make myself clear. I really take my hats of the Japanese designers for making this happened. And Curse the currunt animation culture. If Walt Disney is still alive he will be so disappointed. Man.. Just give me G1 animation.
Ok the toys. Standing about 4 inches or 14cm. Prime was small. Even bumble bee from the same assortment has bigger head. of cos you can never talk about scale in Transformers. Despite the animation. Prime looks asthetically good. Huge Torso, big arms and broad chest. Your typical American Action hero.
So much so he reminds me of He-man. (My Orginal He-man was embeded inside my Storeroom so apolgoies for not providing a more suitable comparision.) A picture speaks more than a thousand words,
Complete with Axe and Shield, I know the designer would have Thrown in a Sword if they could find a way to fit into the transformation.
Bottom line, Optimus Prime has taken on He-man to be the most Powerful Bot in the universe. (well the animation says otherwise.) Back view. of Prime. Man for a moment you will even doubt if this thing could transform. Again Kudos to the Japanese.
With this you really have to think if there is something they cannot make.
And the side. No More shell formers YEAH!!! For the first time Prime really looks sexy.
He is so posable. Toys from Animated Batman and Superman ought be thrown into the bin.
Pink Arcee Thanks to a good friend of mine. I managed to sercure a Pink Arcee for me. However due to my work commitment, I was unable to collect it until this weekend. But before showing it. I decide to do a small tribute.
Skylynx- Debox I just collected my extra piece of Skylynx, I intend to play this with my Son Travis.. of cos he is still too young and prolly won't appreciate it.
Nonetheless, I can't wait to open it and play it myself. hahaha..
The shuttle was surprisingly alittle offwhite given that its newly produced.
Despite the size of the box. its pretty light.
I have decided not to apply the sticker for now.
The shutter can actually be opened to review the inside. Which I thought was a nice touch considering how long ago it was produced.
Here you get to see the paperworks that comes with it.
And Tank mode.
Liger mode
Both in alternate mode
A short Video clip to show how Sky lnyx move in his various mode.
Transformers took the world by storm in the 80s, Transformers have always been around since, standing the test of time, by revamping itself constantly, From Transforming into vehicles to Animals and back to vehicles alternate lately. Truly, MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE. Newer, better Transformers are constantly developed by Hasbro and Takara, Transformation sequences became more challenging & complicated. I create this blog to showcase my collection as well as my customs Transformers.
Its easy to remove him out of the box. No messy wires from the regular Hasbro/ Takara releases. This i must emphasize is a licensed product.
The bust is "transformable" you can decide to display him both in Normal mode and Battle mode. Frankly, I think he has really ugly mouth.. So prefer to have his mouth piece on. but the detailing of the mouth is mindblowing. The manufacturer claim that the entire bust is made out of 40 seperate pieces. Very well sculpt looks mechical and adds lots of depth to it than your regular bust figure.
Apart from all the details to muse about it comes with electronic functions!!! it has light sensitive LED eyes which gets brighter as surrounding gets darker. Check out the video clip.
As you can see, it is perfect all round. Every parts come together and fit seamlessly. Giving a very mechanical feel.. And made up of diecast and ABS plastic adds weight to the bust ... 
As you can see the the detailings are mind blowing. The Dial on the side is turnable like the movie. Its a pity i does turn automatically. That would have been given it a "Mech alive" touch to it.
Battle mode.. Face shield on.. The way I like it.......
This is certainly one of my price collection. Not extremely expensive. but truely monumental. my personal celebration to the 25th anniversay of Transformers. 
As you can see the the detailings are mind blowing. The Dial on the side is turnable like the movie. Its a pity i does turn automatically. That would have been given it a "Mech alive" touch to it.
Battle mode.. Face shield on.. The way I like it.......
This is certainly one of my price collection. Not extremely expensive. but truely monumental. my personal celebration to the 25th anniversay of Transformers. 
In my opinion, the design of Galaxy convoy is very much influenced by the designs of mecha in the Gundam seed series. which was hugely popular around the globe.
And got this too.. A transformers watch.. In a All Spark Cube.
