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Anonymous Fri 29 Apr 2011 00:43:00 No.2312160 View View Reply Original Report

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Hey, guys, I just recieved a package from BBTS, containing some cool little figures, so I wanted to do multiple reviews this time. Each of these will be short so I don't take two hours resizing and stuff.

Here we go, with the 'jack, first.

Anonymous

Anonymous Fri 29 Apr 2011 01:17:00 No.2312196 Report

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>>2312168

The livery is for Alitalia, not Lancia. But yes, it's just one part of why Wheeljack is awesome. :)

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Anonymous Fri 29 Apr 2011 01:21:00 No.2312199 Report

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There is only one word for this robot mode : perfect.

The proportions are flawless and the sculpt is spot-on. The grin on his face can be forgotten since the head isn't even that big, and it doesn't look that bad, anyway.

The articulations are excellent, and he's an ankle rocker away from being a friggin' Marvel Legends, and we're talking about a Deluxe Class Transformer, here.

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Anonymous Fri 29 Apr 2011 01:29:00 No.2312203 Report

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You can see the speakers on this picture, which flip out of the door's windows. they look okay, although I must say it's not really something I was excited about or anything.

One thing about the poseability, though : while he's very poseable, it's pretty much impossible to make him stand on only one foot, since they are angled so he can look dynamic even when just standing.

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Anonymous Fri 29 Apr 2011 01:35:00 No.2312211 Report

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So, as you can probably tell, I absolutely love this figure, and I didn't regret paying a bit more for better paint apps (well, sort of, thanks, yellow-y roof). This is clearly my favorite Transformer for this year for the moment.

Oh, and, yeah, the speakers can combine with his gun to form a bigger gun. Looks a bit silly, but the concept is kind of fun, it's like he's shooting music.

I'll grab something to eat and I'll continue with Warpath in about half an hour.

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Anonymous Fri 29 Apr 2011 02:51:00 No.2312272 Report

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I'm back.

Warpath is without a doubt the most functionnal of the bunch, with a working turret (360 and up and down movement). The red is gorgeous and looks pretty credible for a tank. The only thing I would have wished for this mode would be that the back tracks could lock into place better. they always rotate down if you push them a bit and it can get pretty annoying.

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Anonymous Fri 29 Apr 2011 02:53:00 No.2312276 Report

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The robot mode is great looking and it just feels good to fiddle with him. The transformation is pretty original and fun, and the head reveal is awesome (push the cannon in, the head pops up).

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Anonymous Fri 29 Apr 2011 02:59:00 No.2312283 Report

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The articulation isn't as good as jazz's, but it's sufficient for warpath, I think. The only "big" problem I have with the figure, apart from the head that i'm not too fond of, is the fact that his forearms are way too big. Design-wise, it's okay, I don't mind, but when it comes to the non possibility of giving him any decent sized weapons, it's pretty annoying. Look at this poor guy that can't even hold these big overcompensating guns.

Still, Warpath is a good and original figure. The transformation is fun, he's looking good, and he has a good amount of articulations. Too bad the only weapons he can hold effectively are clip-system weapons.

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Anonymous Fri 29 Apr 2011 03:01:00 No.2312286 Report

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So this concludes the review I wanted to do today, if you want any picture about these guys, ask, and i'll... Wait a minute.

Anonymous

Anonymous Fri 29 Apr 2011 03:02:00 No.2312287 Report

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I got "Reveal The Shield Special Ops Jazz" a few days ago on clearance for about $6.
It has it's problems but fuck yeah.
Feels good man.

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Anonymous Fri 29 Apr 2011 03:09:00 No.2312290 Report

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Oh my, oh my, seems like we're not finished yet, guys !

>>2312287
Yeah, I have some problem too actually, with the doors and the clearance to close them correctly in car mode. I just transformed it back after the review so I didn't say it.

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Anonymous Fri 29 Apr 2011 03:11:00 No.2312292 Report

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Ouh yeah, this is going to be epic. BRB, taking pictures. (sorry if they are blurry from now on, my camera isn't very good when used at night).

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Anonymous Fri 29 Apr 2011 03:25:00 No.2312304 Report

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>>2312196
It's for Alitalia's Lancia Stratos Rally car, so we're both right. :D

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Anonymous Fri 29 Apr 2011 03:45:00 No.2312319 Report

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Warcry's vehicle mode is pretty simple, yet it tends to work pretty well with these colors that make him NOT boring at all. I really like the way the barrels are stocked on the back of the jeep.

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Anonymous Fri 29 Apr 2011 03:48:00 No.2312323 Report

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Whoops, wrong picture, seems like he's shy and doesn't want to face the camera !

on the back (as you seen on the last pic), you can see the combiner port with a plug in it, that you can separate and use Warcry as a member for Bruticus.

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Anonymous Fri 29 Apr 2011 03:54:00 No.2312328 Report

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The robot mode is very, very sharp looking. the redish orange color works perfectly and all the paint detail is amazing. I totally prefer this head over munitioner's...

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Anonymous Fri 29 Apr 2011 04:03:00 No.2312333 Report

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...and this goes for the weapons too. The cannon is very versatile and the transformation is actually more involved that I think it would be, while remaining very simple

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Anonymous Fri 29 Apr 2011 04:09:00 No.2312339 Report

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His articulations are pretty good, even if the backpack can sometimes cause him to fall down on his back. The only articulation i could have wished for is a backward movement on the feet, which are well articulated already.

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Anonymous Fri 29 Apr 2011 04:15:00 No.2312340 Report

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So yes, warcry is a really good figure, he feels solid and looks sharp, and his weapons work well in both modes. For the price, I would have liked that they include some kind of transparent stand, just like on the box, but still, a solid buy, just a little bit more expensive than fansproject normally would be.

That's all for today guys, sorry to cut the reviews it two parts, but I'm really tired. I'll stay a bit on the thread, then I'll go to sleep. Tomorrow, there will be some space shuttle goodness.

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Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 01:01:00 No.2313850 Report

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I'm back again, guys ! I'm sure you were waiting for this (well, not that much, it seems).

We're talking about glorious things, right now. We're talking about space shuttles.

Flameblast alt mode is a "regular" space shuttle, while Blast-off/Explorer was an unmanned space shuttle. Talking about Explorer, this guy is supposed to BE Explorer, after the Berserker project failed. Well, as much as I like Fansproject's ideas, I'm sorry, this guy is an Autobot, for me.

Eh, back on topic. The silver details on the sides of the shuttle are pretty cool looking, and blend well with the other parts of the structure. The new sword/tailfin is pretty good looking and I think it's better than explorer's one since it looks more like a tailfin than a broken sword with a big hinge on it.

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Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 01:05:00 No.2313860 Report

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On the back, you can see the silver detailing on the new thrusters/holsters pieces, which does work, but still looks kind of strange in alt mode. You can clearly see the feet that aren't very good thrusters by themselves, so the back isn't a very good profile for Flameblast.

Anonymous

Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 01:05:00 No.2313862 Report

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How big is Warpath compared to War for Cybetron Optimus Prime?

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Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 01:11:00 No.2313872 Report

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Flameblast's robot mode is where he shines, IMO. I really like the contrast between the generally dark colors of the body and the white shuttle parts that looks like an armor. the fushia is offering a very good secondary colour too that works well with the overall colorscheme.

the head is awesome. It gives him a look of an fast while heavy armored knight, which works well with the body structure.

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Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 01:18:00 No.2313887 Report

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>>2313862
Here you go, a bit smaller, overall.

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Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 01:23:00 No.2313896 Report

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Back to the review.

His weapons are very versatile, with a sword and two guns contained in the thrusters parts. My only grip with using both guns is the fact that you can't store the sword anywhere. I understand that on Explorer it wasn't important since the sword/axe was the only accessory actually made for him, but i would have liked if the thrusters had a tab, or even something else to attach the sword on the waist or something.

Still, the guns works particulary well since the arms have a good amount of poseability, with a hinge and a balljoint on both the shoulders and the elbows.

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Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 01:27:00 No.2313901 Report

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Talking about the articulations, i wish the legs were a bit tighter, since they are pretty heavy themselves. I would have liked if the tighs were a bit thicker, since they are really, REALLY thin looking.

As you can see, a stand can do wonders with him, and it's a shame that they didn't include one in.

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Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 01:35:00 No.2313908 Report

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Finally, I must say this guy grew on me since yesterday. The fact that the plastic feels very different from munitionner or any regular release was a bit throwing me off, but it's okay now, and I love the look of this figure. He's very fun to pose and will look good even in a basic standing position. The only real grip i have is the fact that the cokpit isn't locking anywhere in robot mode.

So, Flameblast is an unique figure which won't please everyone, since his aesthetic is a bit special and I could totally understand why some prefer Warcry for his classic look and solid articulations, but as long as you like the look of the figure, you will be pleased with it, IMO.

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Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 01:41:00 No.2313913 Report

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So this ends up my reviews of Flameblast, Warcry, and the others. I hope some of you enjoyed it or at least found it informative. If you want a pictures of these five, just ask, I'll see what I can do.

Anonymous

Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 01:49:00 No.2313925 Report

Quoted By: >>2313929

>>2313913
Do it

Anonymous

Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 01:53:00 No.2313929 Report

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>>2313925
Do what ?

Anonymous

Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 02:57:00 No.2314072 Report

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Shameless self bump.

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Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 03:18:00 No.2314108 Report

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Nice thread OP

Anonymous

Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 03:31:00 No.2314123 Report

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>>2314108
Thanks, even if I don't understand the reaction picture, on this one. I think I'll do some other pics of the figures, because they deserve more, in my opinion.

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Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 05:58:00 No.2314323 Report

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Reprolabels promoting!

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Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 05:59:00 No.2314328 Report

Quoted By: >>2314348 >>2314381

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Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 06:10:00 No.2314348 Report

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>>2314328
>>2314323
It does look pretty good but I'm not a big fan of stickers. Still, it makes him look much more G1-ish.

Seems like there's a fight over there.

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Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 06:13:00 No.2314352 Report

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Oh, Flameblast is in a bad situation already !

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Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 06:16:00 No.2314356 Report

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He counters with an uppercut directly on the cannon !

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Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 06:19:00 No.2314359 Report

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He takes the upper hand ! What's going to happen to Warcry ? ... Wait, there is another fight over here.

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Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 06:20:00 No.2314360 Report

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Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 06:22:00 No.2314363 Report

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Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 06:24:00 No.2314366 Report

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...Well, seems like this fight is finished.

Anonymous

Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 06:31:00 No.2314381 Report

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>>2314323
>>2314328
Fuck a bunch of reprolabels. I'm not paying twice the cost of the figure just to get some shitty stickers for a figure that doesn't need em.

Anonymous

Anonymous Sat 30 Apr 2011 06:41:00 No.2314395 Report

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>>2314381
It's $9.50

Likely you make that in an hour at work, hopefully more.

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