I'd like to see them pull off Terrorsaur. That's a challenge.

 

They definitely have their hands full with the beast wars cast, here’s hoping rattraps next and maybe a cheetor repaint. Then I’d like to see rhinox after that, least then the 5 main maximals are out of the way and 2 bonus repaints. I don’t think we need to worry about takara not putting out predacons that’s a no brainer they no they’ll be bought regardless. So let’s get the first 5 maximals out of they way before we see Megatron and the gang. Anybody think they have design plans for them already? And who thinks rattrap will have a full belly this time and could stand on his hind legs in beast mode? Also do you guys think rhinox would be hard to pull off? Lots of questions why not   it’s just so exciting to see dinobot at this level of accuracy

 

If we get a MP BW Megs, which one does everything think it going to be? Original, Transmetal or Transmetal 2 (the dragon one?)

 

I would assume Rhinox to be the easiest.

 

I would see them faking out his chest.

 

The Transformation could probably be similar to the Generations one except with a fake chest to imitate the animation model.

 

His hind feet expand massively during transformation how would they pull that off and I hope they use rotating panels on the forarms to completely hide the the hands in the front feet (if you know what I mean)  

 

Not exact but it gives an idea..

 

Despite being in a bit of a funk lately - largely due to unrelated real life issues - I'd like to interject some uncharacteristic lightness.

I feel like we are in an amazing time for the MP line. And Transformers in general. I know people have their criticisms - and I respect them all - but for me, despite moving away from MP collecting (apart from BW since I feel like it's such a gift to see them even trying to make a BW MP line a success I HAVE to support it,) this is just such a fantastic moment in time for Transformers (at least if you're a G1 and BW fan.)

The recent Legends BW figures were great. CW gave me the massive Devy I've always dreamed of (and, while I know it may bug some ppl, via KO the equally massive Defensor I also always wanted since I was a kid in the 80s.) TR gave me new versions of headmasters I never thought we'd see, as well as fantastic new versions of G1 favorites of mine, such as the triple changers.

The legend scale figures in Generations have been amazing lately. And these BEAST WARS masterpieces are just utterly breathtaking to me. I've loved and marveled at the toon-centric direction MP in general has taken lately (I know it's not for everyone,) but the BW incarnations in particular - with their shiny paint apps and INSANELY 3D model accurate depictions - have just blown my mind at every turn.

The new Megatron MP, Optimus Primal's MP, and this Dinobot MP truly live up to the "masterpiece" moniker. I honestly can't fathom the brilliance, trial and error, and artistry necessary to bring such accurate toys to life, in such intricate, yet functional ways. I'm seriously just in awe.

And now in PotP, we're about to get a new space winebago Rodimus that comes with what is for my money the best Deluxe Hot Rod ever to boot, as well as a leader scale Optimal Optimus (weird hoverboard Primal notwithstanding, and even that I'm still happy exists in Generations.) Not to mention, finally, a full team of Dinobots!

Anyway... I know things aren't perfect. People dislike stickers. Others dislike the prices. Some just plain don't like beast wars, or even G1 rehashes. Others feel quality has declined. I don't personally share those views, but I respect them. But damned if I'm not really pleased with the last few years, and upcoming year, for the most part. So much fun to be had. I feel fortunate to still be able to afford some of these goodies.

Anyway... end of herculean effort to be happier rant.

 

What's going on with Ironhides windshield in that pic?  

 

Since we recently got pretty decent Generations figures for Rattrap and Rhinox, I would honestly prefer seeing them tackle anyone else first. Preferably someone who won't cost >$200

 

There is a cardboard image that came with him that you can slip behind the windshield to mimic some scene from the toon

 

Well said  

 

I'm just picturing how disturbi

Hahah the results would look pretty odd if they didn't

 

Ah ok, I was thinking "What have they done to 'Hide?!"  

 

My thoughts exactly.

 

He really is amazing...but that cost, I can buy FT skyfire for less than that...i dunno, if I can do it. Much as I want him, I would feel absolutely fleeced by TT, and that's not a feeling I want from something that I should enjoy buying.

 

Well said, man. I hope things in your life start looking up soon. My best to you.

 

Preorder up at Captured Prey, $237!

 

You're right. There is so much to be grateful for within this hobby, it get's better all the time!