ToyWorld - AOE/TLK OPTIMUS PRIME

Discussion in 'Transformers 3rd Party Discussion' started by is456, Jul 5, 2018.

  1. rubadubspawn

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    Looks nice and all and maybe it's just my blind eyes or the fact that I'm not super attached to the source material (ie bayverse blurry mess of techy robots) but I think both the UT and TW look pretty similar.

    I've got challenger in both reg and nemesis colors and gotta say, he is pretty great. I have no idea how ur designed such a cool bot that looks great with so many curves, yet transforms into a truck. It's nuts.

    I'm not saying TW hasn't done the same thing but I just don't see myself swapping out my UT for the TW version just because he's a little bigger and bulkier.. (and at least to me, look similar enough).

    I can understand if someone is a dedicated fan of the TLK Prime and can spot all the differences and inaccuracies between the UT and TW versions that make TW superior. But as a casual fan of the movies, yet rabid Transformer collector, even looking at the side by side comparisons, besides some more detailed paint work, just not seeing what the fuss is about (or why a TW version was needed).

    I'll probably just stick with my UT but happy for those who are digging this version
     
  2. ManelFigures

    ManelFigures You can't hear the bass, but you can feel it.

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    Thanks for the biology class but still remembering me a big ape.
     
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  3. XaxisGuy

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    No problem mate ;) 

    I do get why it resembles a muscular ape because of its bulkiness. It doesn’t bother me too much though.
     
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  4. daimchoc

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    I already have UT, and I really like that one too, but I think I'm gonna get this one as well. But I'll wait for some English reviews and quality reports.
     
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  6. Shmoptimus Prime

    Shmoptimus Prime Za Warudo!

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    I feel the same way. The only reason I would get this one would be to experience a radically different transformation than the knight primes that exist so far. That would be fun. There are definitely some things I like about the transformation, even though it's way too complex and over-engineered. If I can get this figure then sell it for the same price that I got it for it might be worth it. I have seven different knight primes, including the super accurate 3A one and I can say that Orion is definitely not more accurate to the overall build and proportions of the design at all though.
    Articulation is disappointing. Especially in the waist, which barely moves, and the feet, which don't seem to have much movement. The narrow hips also mean stuff is clashing into other parts around the waist a lot and the poses don't look natural at all. I mean did you see his weird-ass neck joint too? It's a shame because some of the detailing and some of the curves of the arms and lower legs are really nicely done.
     
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  7. svek

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    This is just the most beautiful and badass Optimus ever :bay  I'm gonna pay any price for the express shipping when he's out :drunk 
     
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    I think his articulation was better in some previous reviews. This video seemed to rush out the articulation, especially on the feet. I’m not too sure so I’m gonna wait for English reviews as well.
     
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    I mean, he did show that you can hinge the feet out but it's a thin, spindly hinged part (my least favorite part to have on a transformer) and doesn't look natural at all. I'm also awaiting more reviews, especially one in English.

    Any Chinese speakers want to give us a rundown of the review?
     
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  10. BIOMEC

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    No ratchet joints... :( :( :( 
     
  11. XaxisGuy

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    Oh I meant leg instead of feet, sorry. I make mistake because 足 can be used for both foot and leg in English. And yes, I’m also concerned of the thin hinge joint
     
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    Pic taken by him
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  13. Shmoptimus Prime

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    足元 then ;) 
     
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  14. ManelFigures

    ManelFigures You can't hear the bass, but you can feel it.

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    It looks better on the last video. Maybe I'm too familiar with the UT shape and the TE seems bulky to me. One of the things that I like it most is the size, probably thats the point that I never liked of the UT.

    Maybe if I buy the TW... The things will get better in hands.
     
  15. Sayan Rahman

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    Looking at the accessories and heads, It's honestly really nice to see Toyworld respond to criticism and actually improve their figure and its accessories since its reveal
     
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    Waist can be untabbed and moved more freely as seen in another video.
     
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    The transformation of this thing is a sight to behold. A very nice example of little details coming together to become a greater, clear looking whole. The wheels on the alt mode do not look too small. The legs/back section of the truck is nicely hidden away and flat looking with even added details for accuracy's sake.

    The bot mode's head is too small I believe. Reading that articulation is limited and no ratchets...It sounds like it's more a transforming statue than a playable figure. It doesn't strike a nice balance that MP-36 does for me. Playable and striking in the looks department compared to its source material.

    If anyone who is knowledgeable on the alt mode would comment on its accuracy it would be appreciated. That truck really looks like a scale model cut to pieces and a movie-inspired bot mode made from it, but that's just my impression upon first seeing it. Nicely done though.
     
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    Quick and dirty edit of his chest. (25° to 12°/longer crotch)
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  19. octobotimus

    octobotimus Bad company ruins good morals

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    I would watch a couple of the videos posted on here rather than reading that it’s limited. Most of The videos don’t give the impression of it being that limited.
     
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  20. ManelFigures

    ManelFigures You can't hear the bass, but you can feel it.

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    I have lots of doubts. I'm not a fan of the big ape shape, dirty paint and weird truck... but I think I'm gonna make a jump of faith and place an order for the deluxe version. I like to compare bots, I will have my own impressions with UT and TW on my hands.

    If the next reviews gets wrong, I'll cancel it. I love the shape of UT and the super accurate truck, but I always thought that UT it's small comparing with UT Dragoon.

    As always I say,: if you have doubts, buy it not matter at cost. :lol  you can sell it before if you don't like it.

    It's ironic how the things change so quickly on a same day :lol  I just want to feed my needings of collecting something hahaha.