What Is The Most Recent Hasbro Transformer That You Thought Was Truly Great?

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  1. juise, Aug 3, 2012
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    PRID Vehicon

    Sadly besides the Masterpieces, I dont have much to look forward to beyond that.
     
  2. DrTraveler, Aug 3, 2012
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    Yep. Generations Warpath is pretty darn awesome. The only thing I've bought since then that even compares is PRID: Wheeljack.

    Though I have bought a FoC Shockwave. I just haven't had a chance to even open him. So my opinion may change.
     
  3. SoundWave88, Aug 4, 2012
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    PRID Vehicon first then Wheeljack second. This goes for what is the most current and currently purchased. I do not own Shockwave atm.

    Oh yeah, Woop Lion.

    For MP, Grimlock (though don't currently own the new Starscream or OP mold).
     
  4. Sentinel, Aug 4, 2012
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    I will absolutely agree with Leader Starscream, I would add HA Jazz and of course like to add ROTF Leader Prime (big surprise, right? look down).

    Personally, I really think some of the best figures of all time came out of the ROTF and related HFTD lines.
     
  5. Ratchets Hatch, Aug 4, 2012
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    Cyberverse Dreadwing.
     
  6. Galaxy Convoy, Aug 4, 2012
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    I'd have to say FE Optimus by far. I don't actually own one, yet(come on TRU!). But even in all the pic and video reviews posted it was easy to see that it's truly an awesome figure. Great vehicle mode that's more accurate to the show than PRID Op. And an awesome robot mode with NO kibble. Sure they cheated with the chest windows, but I'll take that over PRID Op's stupid backpack any day of the week.
     
  7. Mighty.Maximal, Aug 4, 2012
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    Cybertron Defense Scattershot
    RID vehicon (because the leg transformation is a new idea)
    Transmetal Cheetor
    Energon Shockblast.
    Classics Inferno
    NEST Lockdown
    Universe Jazz
    Animated Prowl
    WFC Optimus Prime
    Galaxy Force Starscream (Has to be the Japanese one due to the color)

    And to be controversial - I still have a real fondness for the Crossovers Hulk Tank and V-wing Starfighter.

    Each of those impressed me in some way or other as did the 3rd Party Perfect effect Rewinder and Ejector and the Carbot V axe.

    Overall I still think Transformers Cybertron / Galaxy Force toys are my overall favorite line (even with the odd stinker) but I was taken as a whole I was also very impressed by the ROTF/HFTD/RTS scouts.

    I'm not that bothered about Masterpieces of Alternity or Binaltech etc... some are fine but I'm put off by anything that take 10 Minutes to Transform or feels like it's going to break when you play with it. MP Grimlock's OK though as he's a big ol' Brick.

    I suppose I must like CHMS / Hasbro Seekers though too as I've got about 20 of them.
     
  8. salmonman78, Aug 4, 2012
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    The pre-Prime section of Generations I thought was great, Kup, Warpath, Wreckgar and Thunderwing all being great molds. Plus it also gave us The last 2 seekers.

    But I am excited to see how this new iteration of Generations will go forth. I already am in love with Shockwave.

    Good things are ahead for sure.
     
  9. Hot Shot., Aug 4, 2012
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    The most recent "great" figure I've gotten is FOC Optimus Prime, but the best recent figure has to be FE Optimus Prime.
     
  10. Mighty.Maximal, Aug 4, 2012
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    GDO Cliff is quite god fun too as is AM Terrorcon Cliff (if you overlook the lack of paint).
     
  11. wheeljack359, Aug 4, 2012
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    I think Classics/Generations Jetfire was very well done,

    then Classics/Generations Hound

    and third would be Kup of the same series.

    I also have to say Scourge in the classics line is very well done, the guns in the wings gimmick really impressed me as did making him a protype space shuttle flying wing. Which I read up on years ago so It makes it very impressive IMO.
     
  12. scubaboy31, Aug 4, 2012
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    none of these toys are the same series...
     
  13. Boy Blunder, Aug 4, 2012
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    Now now, they're the same overall series (Classics > Universe > Generations). Let's not be overly pedantic. :lol 
     
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    FOC Blast-off is a great mold. I added a gun and some propeller control to Vortex to make him great. I gave Brawl new feet for a little extra height and stability, but he still sucks. Not happy at all with the other 2.
     
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    Vortex, Blast Off, and Bruticus. Onslaught really doesn't seem to be that out of proportion when combined IMO. i mean he could use some beefing up but Bruticus doesn't look all that out of proportion. Vortex has to be my favorite of the five though despite he blades being on his arm. BO is a close second
     
  17. Motor_Master, Aug 4, 2012
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    The most recent Hasbro figure that I've been truly happy with was the RID Vehicon and Hot Shot.

    I know Hot Shot is just the repaint of the Bumblebee mold, but without the stigma attached to it being "another Bumblebee" it's a fun fiddly toy you can quickly transform and it's satisfying. The Vehicon takes it up a notch by adding a bit of fun to the transformation.
     
  18. DrTraveler, Aug 4, 2012
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    Another Sargent Kup fan?

    He's a nice fig, but I wasn't truly happy with him until picking up the iGear head and Wreckers weapon pack, so I can't include him on this list.
     
  19. wolfe, Aug 4, 2012
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    I agree.

    I also like Legion Arcee and Vehicon.
    Cyberverse Decepticon Hatchet is a really great figure, imo.

    Honestly, there are a lot of them so I'll stop before this list is 10 or more figures.
     
  20. LCDR Blindside, Aug 4, 2012
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    Finally, another Arcee fan. She's just got this...nebulous greatness. I can't explain it, but I think it has something to do with her proportions.
     
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