Botcon 2012 Shattered Glass G2 Laser Prime

Reigner · 05-02-2012, 04:58 PM

I started my Botcon reviews with Kick-Off so it’s only natural that I should continue with his bagmate G2 Shattered Glass Prime. Let me start out by saying I don’t outright hate the concept of Shattered Glass, but I don’t like it when it feels forced or uninspired. I like SG Thundercracker because it gives me Action Master Thundercracker, I like SG Cyclonus because in a way it makes sense. I dislike SG Galvatron because it’s just another purple Galvatron. With this figure though it’s a little of column A and a little of column B.

SG G2 Laser Prime is nothing more than a repaint of the Reveal the Shield Laser Prime released last year. As far as the sculpt and engineering goes it’s about what you expect from modern transformers. The base figure is a nice modern update of the original G2 Prime toy. One improvement though is that FunPub seemingly went with the Takara version of this mold. What this means is that the stupid little peg that pegs the shoulders together in vehicle mode is not as large and in-the-way as the US release. I was ready to rail on this toy for that before I even got to Botcon, but seeing that change made me warm up to this toy a little bit. It’s the paint however, where I have my issues. Just like the first Shattered Glass Prime, this figure is nothing more than a purple repaint. While I understand that in theory, I really wish a bit more thought would have gone in to this. See both G2 Prime and the Reveal the Shield toy have a really nice vehicle deco that gradients from red to black. I really would have liked to have seen something similar done on this toy. A gradient from purple to something else, like the dark blue from the original SG Prime, would have been a nice throwback to both the original SG Prime and the original toys. Instead we’re given a ton of silver dry-brushing on the figure. Initially I really liked this, until I realized that it’s not consistent. I had to get my figure replaced at the con, and I really like the original dry-brushing that my figure had. However they only replace my one arm, and now the deco is asymmetrical and looks kind of ridiculous. I do really like the clear yellow glitter plastic used for his windows and sword though, very nice touch!

Accessories
Nothing new here either. It’s the same sword that came with the RTS release, and no new head to speak of. I can’t ever really knock a Transformer for not coming with a lot of accessories as that’s not the purpose of the toy.

The articulation on this figure is great. The simple fact that his wrists are comprised of a hinge on top of a balljoint already puts this guy ahead of most other Transformers. Add to that some nice balljointed large feet, and you can really get this guy in some dynamic sword poses. At least as far as the legs are concerned. The flaps on the arms and the huge shoulders tend to get in the way of any extreme movement in the arms, but they do enough.

At the end of the day, this really just feels like an uninspired toy. A quick and easy repaint that really didn’t seem too imaginative. A change to the vehicle deco would have gone a long way to further sell me on this toy. The crowd seems to be split on which toy from this two-pack they like better, so if you like one more than the other, odds are you’ll find someone willing to split the set with you if you don’t want to pay the full price for both.

For more pictures check out my full review http://theplasticvault.com/2012/05/0...lass-g2-prime/

videriant · 05-02-2012, 05:14 PM

While I like the dry-brushing, it's kind of funny that he has the brushing and crack in his windows as this is supposed to be new, improved body.

Powersa · 05-02-2012, 09:17 PM

I think this is the strongest set of the three. SG Prime or Kick-off, each can fetch about $100. Junkions don't appeal much individually. Octopunch Spinister set didn't even sell out.

It might be a lazy repaint but the implementation/paint job turns out to be quite outstanding for a smaller deluxe.

CookSux · 05-02-2012, 09:25 PM

Review: SG Prime

mx-01 archon · 05-02-2012, 09:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by videriant

While I like the dry-brushing, it's kind of funny that he has the brushing and crack in his windows as this is supposed to be new, improved body.

Which he probably ran headlong into a warzone with immediately

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videriant · 05-02-2012, 10:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mx-01 archon

Which he probably ran headlong into a warzone with immediately

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And got a crack in the window in the same place? Dude should really learn to protect his left side.

Bumblebee765 · 05-03-2012, 09:23 PM

That looks pretty awesome! I especially love the scratches on the hood!

John ofthe Dead · 05-04-2012, 10:50 AM

My favorite bit on SG Prime is the new motto on the hood:

"I shall stand..."

"The rest shall fall."

Anguirus · 05-04-2012, 10:55 AM

^ Yeah, much better than the original quote. And I'm not sure why you'd expect fake weathering to be symmetrical anyway...regardless, I was really surprised how cool this toy was.

mmhand · 05-04-2012, 11:22 AM

I wasn't looking forward to this figure at all, but after having it I believe it is one of the most impressive figures this year. It definitely looks nicer than the original RTS G2 Prime as the weathering adds a lot of detail. I also have a KO of the first SG Prime and prefer that one but I am still very glad I got this. I think in the long run, this will be the most sought after figure in the set due to the impressive paintjob and the fact that it is Optimus Prime.

05-02-2012, 04:58 PM	#1
Reigner Stunticon Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 1,116 Location: S.C. PA Collection Count: Don't feel like counting that high News Credits: 1	Botcon 2012 Shattered Glass G2 Laser Prime I started my Botcon reviews with Kick-Off so it’s only natural that I should continue with his bagmate G2 Shattered Glass Prime. Let me start out by saying I don’t outright hate the concept of Shattered Glass, but I don’t like it when it feels forced or uninspired. I like SG Thundercracker because it gives me Action Master Thundercracker, I like SG Cyclonus because in a way it makes sense. I dislike SG Galvatron because it’s just another purple Galvatron. With this figure though it’s a little of column A and a little of column B. SG G2 Laser Prime is nothing more than a repaint of the Reveal the Shield Laser Prime released last year. As far as the sculpt and engineering goes it’s about what you expect from modern transformers. The base figure is a nice modern update of the original G2 Prime toy. One improvement though is that FunPub seemingly went with the Takara version of this mold. What this means is that the stupid little peg that pegs the shoulders together in vehicle mode is not as large and in-the-way as the US release. I was ready to rail on this toy for that before I even got to Botcon, but seeing that change made me warm up to this toy a little bit. It’s the paint however, where I have my issues. Just like the first Shattered Glass Prime, this figure is nothing more than a purple repaint. While I understand that in theory, I really wish a bit more thought would have gone in to this. See both G2 Prime and the Reveal the Shield toy have a really nice vehicle deco that gradients from red to black. I really would have liked to have seen something similar done on this toy. A gradient from purple to something else, like the dark blue from the original SG Prime, would have been a nice throwback to both the original SG Prime and the original toys. Instead we’re given a ton of silver dry-brushing on the figure. Initially I really liked this, until I realized that it’s not consistent. I had to get my figure replaced at the con, and I really like the original dry-brushing that my figure had. However they only replace my one arm, and now the deco is asymmetrical and looks kind of ridiculous. I do really like the clear yellow glitter plastic used for his windows and sword though, very nice touch! Accessories Nothing new here either. It’s the same sword that came with the RTS release, and no new head to speak of. I can’t ever really knock a Transformer for not coming with a lot of accessories as that’s not the purpose of the toy. The articulation on this figure is great. The simple fact that his wrists are comprised of a hinge on top of a balljoint already puts this guy ahead of most other Transformers. Add to that some nice balljointed large feet, and you can really get this guy in some dynamic sword poses. At least as far as the legs are concerned. The flaps on the arms and the huge shoulders tend to get in the way of any extreme movement in the arms, but they do enough. At the end of the day, this really just feels like an uninspired toy. A quick and easy repaint that really didn’t seem too imaginative. A change to the vehicle deco would have gone a long way to further sell me on this toy. The crowd seems to be split on which toy from this two-pack they like better, so if you like one more than the other, odds are you’ll find someone willing to split the set with you if you don’t want to pay the full price for both. For more pictures check out my full review http://theplasticvault.com/2012/05/0...lass-g2-prime/ Check out my reviews on The Plastic Vault Follow me on Twitter! @TheReigner

05-02-2012, 05:14 PM	#2
videriant TFW2005 Supporter Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 5,265 Location: Houston, Texas News Credits: 3	While I like the dry-brushing, it's kind of funny that he has the brushing and crack in his windows as this is supposed to be new, improved body. Feedback Thread - Sale Thread - Email/Paypal :videriant.tf@gmail.com Unofficial TFCC FAQ Hasbro and Takara are parents that have raised the family for almost 30 years, clothed you, fed you, provided for you. 3P's are the distant relatives that you see once a year when they bring you a cool birthday present.

05-02-2012, 09:17 PM	#3
Powersa Car Robots Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 2,998 Location: Texas Collection Count: 606 News Credits: 1	I think this is the strongest set of the three. SG Prime or Kick-off, each can fetch about $100. Junkions don't appeal much individually. Octopunch Spinister set didn't even sell out. It might be a lazy repaint but the implementation/paint job turns out to be quite outstanding for a smaller deluxe. Sig pictures are to be no larger than 40KB in file size and should be no larger than 300 pixels in height and 500 pixels wide - 2005 Staff

05-02-2012, 09:25 PM	#4
CookSux Infectious Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 1,648 Location: Los Angeles Collection Count: Too many, yet not enough News Credits: 8	Review: SG Prime *TheRabbitHaul B/S/T * Feedback**

05-03-2012, 09:23 PM	#7
Bumblebee765 Wrecker Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 2,588 Location: Earth Collection Count: 29 (Not counting fast food Kids Meal Toys)	That looks pretty awesome! I especially love the scratches on the hood! TransFormers: NASCAR Fan Fiction Series: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 Image Credit: tanDLC

05-04-2012, 10:50 AM	#8
John ofthe Dead Omnibot Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 241	My favorite bit on SG Prime is the new motto on the hood: "I shall stand..." "The rest shall fall." When there's no room left in Hell, the Dead shall walk the earth.

05-04-2012, 10:55 AM	#9
Anguirus Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 7,279 Collection Count: Pleading the fifth. News Credits: 5	^ Yeah, much better than the original quote. And I'm not sure why you'd expect fake weathering to be symmetrical anyway...regardless, I was really surprised how cool this toy was. Dammit, just shot a Voyager Predaking missile whoknowswhere. Can anyone spare one? NEW Sale and Trade Thread,Feedback Thread,Wanted Thread

05-04-2012, 11:22 AM	#10
mmhand Omnibot Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 246	I wasn't looking forward to this figure at all, but after having it I believe it is one of the most impressive figures this year. It definitely looks nicer than the original RTS G2 Prime as the weathering adds a lot of detail. I also have a KO of the first SG Prime and prefer that one but I am still very glad I got this. I think in the long run, this will be the most sought after figure in the set due to the impressive paintjob and the fact that it is Optimus Prime.