Robosen Optimus $699.99 Thread

Discussion in 'Transformers News and Rumors' started by blastoff2334, Apr 9, 2021.

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Do you think this new product could be stepping away from what we love about Transformers as toys?

  1. Yes

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  2. No

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  1. 099

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    I would love a smaller version of this
     
  2. OptimusMegatro

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    I'm still on the fence with the Robosen Prime Trailer. Just curious, would anyone be able to do both an inventory count on the trailer to see how many people ordered it, as well as an inventory count of just the Robosen Prime cab? I'm wondering if the numbers are close to each other, I mean, if it's pretty much 1 to 1 indicating that most people got both pieces. Thanks for the help and info.
     
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    i have a limited edition in UK near heathrow area for £800 if anyone wants it for that price not even been used either just been sitting here.
     
  4. xenicuslongpipe

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    I find myself in the very fortunate position of being able to justify a Robosen. Does anyone know the best way to get one in the UK please?
     
  5. 84OptimusPrime

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  6. xenicuslongpipe

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    I literally ordered the original yesterday o_O 

    Anyway. Im glad it exists and increases access to this amazing marvel of engineering.

    I could be wrong but I don't think they've managed to address the back of head kibble on the Elite? Its hard to tell from the website and videos they seem to skip over this bit. Thats probably the only thing that will make me consider cancelling and waiting
     
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    So.. they made it smaller :D 
     
  8. xenicuslongpipe

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    For those who imported. Having read Robosen's warranty I don't think they will cover anything outside of the US (aside from the lucky folks who ordered direct from them before they clarified shipping policy). Is that right?
     
  9. lilmac

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    Wondering if someone can 3d print a stand so Optimus can be displayed in robot mode while powered off since the deactivated servos will cause him to go limp.
     
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    OMG Thew tore it to pieces! LOL

     
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    franpincho NOT a FT Only collector

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    Wow, someone with a camera says he doesn't like it. It must suck then!


    On a different note, I canceled the Trailer PO. I do not see $700 worth of anything there. Maybe if it goes on sale I'll grab it later.
     
  12. Alpha Omega Trion Supreme

    Alpha Omega Trion Supreme One of the longest handles in the fandom!

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    Sorta kinda. You really have to watch the review. It's a bit more nuanced than that. I thought anyway.

    I will say that his review made me aware of the inability of displaying this in bot mode while not in use.
     
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    Yeah, I personally disagree with Thew on this but the man definitely has a point. I enjoyed the review. I also hope he gets in touch with Robosen because everyone’s Optimus has some issues getting stuck but I’ve never seen anyone have as many as he did. I wonder if he got a lemon.
     
  14. 84OptimusPrime

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    Trailer delayed to December 12th… not too bad just an 11 day delay.
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  15. 84OptimusPrime

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    I hope that Robosen or some 3rd party will release the stand holding the flagship Optimus shown in this video:

    Although I love to see Optimus relaxing in his samurai kneeling position,
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    THIS STAND below would be an instant purchase!:
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    I’m surprised no one has 3D printed anything that would keep Optimus in a standing pose while powered off.
     
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    Somebody has started on 3D printed concepts…
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    But I would prefer something official just like the one Robosen has in the video which allows Optimus to do poses while in the air.


    Something strong, so I know that he will not fall down/off when doing poses in the air.
     
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  18. SCENARIO

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    Been keeping up with this from afar just amazed in awe at some of the vid reviews out there. It’s a great bit of engineering and fun at that! hypothetically, not something that fits within my collecting criteria. plus the prices nowhere near my budget…however that’s a whole lotta bots/other figures that can be had at the price.
     
  19. Confused Millennial

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    Just living in the era that birthed Optimus (and is seeing rapid if uneven expansion in autonomous vehicles and transformable drones) is kinda exciting. Makes up partly for the difficult economy.
     
  20. deathsheadII

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    where can i buy the elite version shipped to the uk?