Transformers Prime AM25 Nemesis Prime with Giza

SydneyY · 11-27-2012, 09:32 AM

To be honest, by the time I got this figure this morning, I didn't want it anymore. The reason is Dark Guard Optimus Prime. I wasn't sure if I needed 2 versions of black TFP Primes. But hey, he is here....

Once I got the figure out of the box, my mood was greatly improved. Nemesis Prime has a very nice shade of dark grey. He doesn't look quite black to me.

Nemesis Prime

(sorry about the robot mode not proper.)

He only requires 4 stickers applied according to the instruction. 2 Decepticon insignias and headlights.

More about the stickers later

Arms Micron Giza

I haven't built many Arms Microns, but this one was the simplest of all. Applying blade stickers was tricky as always, but stickers can be reapplied a couple of times if you are careful. Can't do anything about the wrinkles though....

His alt mode is a saw shark (nokogirizame).

weapon mode is a blade. Nice and big! (Comparison with R.A. - Ratchet's Arms Micron)

Now, Nemesis Prime comes with "optional" stickers and they are teal. I do think he looks great without stickers. It's a simple but very effective repaint.

But TEAL stickers. How could I not apply them?

The instruction has suggestions as to where the extra stickers can be applied, and I followed the example.

There was even one to add teal shine to his crotch!

(I peeled it off after taking some photos - I guess I have to draw the line somewhere

)

What I have settled with is like this -

My conclusion is, this is a great repaint with very fun optional stickers. I'll add some comparison shots with other black Primes tomorrow. (Unfortunately I don't have my AM1 optimus Prime anymore)

Gallery here!
Prime Japan Arms Micron Nemesis Prime with Giza

Shin Densetsu · 11-27-2012, 10:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sydneyy

To be honest, by the time I got this figure this morning, I didn't want it anymore. The reason is Dark Guard Optimus Prime. I wasn't sure if I needed 2 versions of black TFP Primes. But hey, he is here....

The easy solution, use this guy as Generations RID SCOURGE! That's what I'm doing! Since I didn't buy the Club RID Scourge repaint of RTS G2 Prime...

Plus this one in alt mode and articulation...it's kind of a match for RTS G2 Prime..

BlueAngel_Bolt · 11-27-2012, 10:12 AM

That's actually not a bad idea, using it as a Generations RID Scourge. I might just do that if I feel like the TFCC one doesn't cut it.

deliciouspeter · 11-27-2012, 10:19 AM

Wow! Great photos. Looks great.

Kaijumaster · 11-27-2012, 10:22 AM

Great Photos, but I still maintain if you own RID Scourge & Universe 1.0 Nemesis Prime....you have all the "Black Optimus" you need.

TFPrime · 11-27-2012, 10:34 AM

Can't wait for mine..and I'm definitely going full color crotch.

alfred p. sloan · 11-27-2012, 10:52 AM

im not into black Primes but this one looks great!

Thelonicon · 11-27-2012, 10:58 AM

*Insert common complaint about lack of paint apps on AM releases*

That said, I think he makes quite a nice looking Scourge. The speckled plastic adds a little something extra to what could have been a boring straight black.

tigermask44 · 11-27-2012, 10:59 AM

Those stickers quality is terrible...

Stygian360 · 11-27-2012, 11:16 AM

If Takara eliminates the stickers for their 2013 Prime toys I would be one happy camper!! I really hate them in most cases. They are already starting to peel from early figures like Skywarp (whose 'gut' Decepticon symbol is peeling off) and I can just see what will happen with figures who have more stickers than others- peel-o-mania!!

Back on topic. Nemesis Prime here is actually a study in minimalism where stickers are concerned, so it completely works for him to have pretty much none at all. The non-Silas Breakdown is a similar story... the fewer stickers the better. Otherwise, N.P. looks awesome! Not sure I want another of this mold though- even with the cool red window and dark coloring- but time will tell.

11-27-2012, 09:32 AM	#1
SydneyY @syd_tfw Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 10,477 Location: DownUnder News Credits: 74	Transformers Prime AM25 Nemesis Prime with Giza To be honest, by the time I got this figure this morning, I didn't want it anymore. The reason is Dark Guard Optimus Prime. I wasn't sure if I needed 2 versions of black TFP Primes. But hey, he is here.... Once I got the figure out of the box, my mood was greatly improved. Nemesis Prime has a very nice shade of dark grey. He doesn't look quite black to me. Nemesis Prime (sorry about the robot mode not proper.) He only requires 4 stickers applied according to the instruction. 2 Decepticon insignias and headlights. More about the stickers later Arms Micron Giza I haven't built many Arms Microns, but this one was the simplest of all. Applying blade stickers was tricky as always, but stickers can be reapplied a couple of times if you are careful. Can't do anything about the wrinkles though.... His alt mode is a saw shark (nokogirizame). weapon mode is a blade. Nice and big! (Comparison with R.A. - Ratchet's Arms Micron) Now, Nemesis Prime comes with "optional" stickers and they are teal. I do think he looks great without stickers. It's a simple but very effective repaint. But TEAL stickers. How could I not apply them? The instruction has suggestions as to where the extra stickers can be applied, and I followed the example. There was even one to add teal shine to his crotch! (I peeled it off after taking some photos - I guess I have to draw the line somewhere ) What I have settled with is like this - My conclusion is, this is a great repaint with very fun optional stickers. I'll add some comparison shots with other black Primes tomorrow. (Unfortunately I don't have my AM1 optimus Prime anymore) Gallery here! Prime Japan Arms Micron Nemesis Prime with Giza Last edited by SydneyY; 11-28-2012 at 06:53 PM..

11-27-2012, 10:34 AM	#6
TFPrime TFW2005 Supporter Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 1,296 Location: Niagara Falls, NY Collection Count: Over 1000 News Credits: 3	Can't wait for mine..and I'm definitely going full color crotch. Want To See G1 Come Alive Again? Click The Picture! !!I WANT YOUR OPTIMUS PRIME FIGURES!!

11-27-2012, 10:52 AM	#7
alfred p. sloan Stunticon Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 1,134 Location: Port Angeles, WA Collection Count: 500+	im not into black Primes but this one looks great! Click Link for pictures of the WORLD FAMOUS robot room:http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transf...obot-room.html AND NOW Click this Link for my music - http://www.reverbnation.com/#!/dripmusic

11-27-2012, 10:12 AM	#3
BlueAngel_Bolt I Play For Keeps Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 1,918 Location: Akron, Ohio Collection Count: Many.	That's actually not a bad idea, using it as a Generations RID Scourge. I might just do that if I feel like the TFCC one doesn't cut it.

11-27-2012, 10:19 AM	#4
deliciouspeter Back in Black Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 2,884 Collection Count: about 100, all custom fodder. News Credits: 1	Wow! Great photos. Looks great.

11-27-2012, 10:58 AM	#8
Thelonicon Predacon Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 459 Location: Kokomo, IN Collection Count: I'm afraid to count.	Insert common complaint about lack of paint apps on AM releases That said, I think he makes quite a nice looking Scourge. The speckled plastic adds a little something extra to what could have been a boring straight black.

11-27-2012, 10:59 AM	#9
tigermask44 Kills Cons Dead! Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 1,063	Those stickers quality is terrible...

11-27-2012, 11:16 AM	#10
Stygian360 Herald of Unicron Join Date: Dec 2011 Posts: 3,026 Location: Laveen, AZ Collection Count: More than some, but less than others	If Takara eliminates the stickers for their 2013 Prime toys I would be one happy camper!! I really hate them in most cases. They are already starting to peel from early figures like Skywarp (whose 'gut' Decepticon symbol is peeling off) and I can just see what will happen with figures who have more stickers than others- peel-o-mania!! Back on topic. Nemesis Prime here is actually a study in minimalism where stickers are concerned, so it completely works for him to have pretty much none at all. The non-Silas Breakdown is a similar story... the fewer stickers the better. Otherwise, N.P. looks awesome! Not sure I want another of this mold though- even with the cool red window and dark coloring- but time will tell.