Close-ups of Alternity Convoy and Orange Ipod Convoy

Acteon · 08-30-2008, 08:16 AM

I love that G1/Henkei display, it's a fantastic concept and really shows how much more dynamic the newer versions are.

And that Thundercracker display just shows up the Hasbro displays something rotten - not only properly transformed and posed perfectly, but brilliantly concieved as well. Gorgeous.

dmc2008 · 08-30-2008, 08:35 AM

Does anyone know any more about Alternity Convoy's line? Is it a single release or are there more planned (besides repaints)? Seems even more random than Titaniums if there's only one of them...

Hook · 08-30-2008, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by AnimatedFan

The back ruined it for me. Sounds stupid (I'll get those messages.) but it's enough to say pass for me.

I do understand where you're coming from, but honestly, they're only so much they can do with the 1/32 scale. Isn't it one of the Binaltech designers who said a while back in an interview that 1/24 was the smallest they could go without compromising transformation, articulation and detailing? I believe they originally wanted to make BTs/Alts bigger than 1/24, but due to budgetary constraints and market demand, they opted for 1/24. With that in mind, I think that it's absolutely stunning to see the amount of details on that Alternity Convoy.

A definite buy for me. Can't wait to see what other cars & characters will come out of that line.

Vector Sigma · 08-30-2008, 08:45 AM

Beautiful, bought...

MetroBoy · 08-30-2008, 08:48 AM

That Alternity mold is really starting to grow on me. I wonder if there will be a US release.. maybe a store or convention exclusive or someting?

Rijie78 · 08-30-2008, 08:49 AM

Preordered Alternity Convoy, in red, based on the proto pics... now seeing the silver version, i'm not disappointed! Can't wait to see the red one.

Do like that MP Thundercracker display... i'll resist the urge to splurge & pass, as I already have Skywarp, but that is a very cool display.

LightningZERO · 08-30-2008, 08:56 AM

Wow. Alternity Convoy is amazing. I wonder which one is better. White or red? I will wait to see a picture of red and then decide which to buy

Type-R · 08-30-2008, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Hook

I believe they originally wanted to make BTs/Alts bigger than 1/24, but due to budgetary constraints and market demand, they opted for 1/24.

It's the opposite actually...

English Translation of the Binaltech Guide

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BT Designer Hironori Kobayashi: And from Takara's point of view, there was the idea that a smaller scale might be a better option. We suggested to Hasbro a 1/32 scale, but by that time, they told us that unless it were a 1/24 scale at the very least, it wouldn't garner much attention among other merchandise on American shelves.

It looks to me like TakaraTomy are going alone on this line and they've finally got their way with regards to scale.

Melkava · 08-30-2008, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Hook

I do understand where you're coming from, but honestly, they're only so much they can do with the 1/32 scale. Isn't it one of the Binaltech designers who said a while back in an interview that 1/24 was the smallest they could go without compromising transformation, articulation and detailing? I believe they originally wanted to make BTs/Alts bigger than 1/24, but due to budgetary constraints and market demand, they opted for 1/24. With that in mind, I think that it's absolutely stunning to see the amount of details on that Alternity Convoy.

A definite buy for me. Can't wait to see what other cars & characters will come out of that line.

Never understood their line of thinking & explaination for the new 1/32 scale...
Wouldn't a bigger scale allow for more details which is what they are going for?

SmokescreenGT · 08-30-2008, 09:03 AM

Alternity Convoy looks awesome. I can't wait to check out the red version. I also love how they displayed Masterpiece TC with his different stages of transformation. Very cool.