X2 Toys Skycrusher (Skyfire)

Discussion in 'Transformers 3rd Party Discussion' started by Scaleface, Sep 30, 2016.

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Are you interested in getting this not-Skyfire?

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  2. Maybe...

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  1. Insurgent

    Insurgent The Amazing Tango Mysterio

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    Huh. I'll keep using the Godbomber face on mine then. What's with the lines from the eyes down the cheek? Where do they come from on these and MP figures?
     
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    daimchoc Well-Known Member

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    Rewind Swoosh!

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    He’s so sad about the chinstrap that he carved permanent tear trails into his face.
     
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    myrrh Knell-Mown Wember

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    ...he looks fantastic now!..
     
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    I know the chinstrap isn’t customary with the character, but I don’t think it looks bad at all. This is back on my list.
     
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  6. ma70er

    ma70er HasTak/3P TF Collector, Gamer

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    Yeah, I don't think it's bad either. I think it gives the face a nice, chiseled and angular look.

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    The clear visor... I don't care for. I'm definitely painting mine once I get it.

    What's this about?
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    Change to diecast pieces maybe? I remember some posted of cracking/breaking that part.
     
  7. lake88

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    No changes, it's pointing out how the skirt hinge is locked by the hexagon shape, and you'll need rotate it near the base of the hinge to avoid damage . The helmet part is pointing out that small lock there, maybe people missed it??
     
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  8. Counterpunch?

    Counterpunch? Interior Renovator

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    le sigh...

    Katie replied

    May 8, 3:38pm
    Hello,

    With regards to new product offerings, we typically have to await an official solicit from the manufacturer in order to offer an item on our website. The major brands are almost always offered so it is just a matter of time before you might see those listings. We try to carry as many products as possible, and new merchandise is constantly being published on our website each day. If you have not already, we recommend signing up for our newsletter, as well as following our social media pages for the most current updates. We can be found on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram which post the newest arrivals and upcoming pre-orders.

    Please let me know if I can be of any further assistance in the meantime and have a great day!

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    Glad I ended up making a cast of Greatshot's face instead of waiting for this.
     
  10. breaux man

    breaux man I'm Me

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    This is from The Chosen Prime in response to me asking if they have heard anything about X2 Toys sending a new head for Skycrusher:

    We have not heard anything in regards to this. We will contact the distributor and see how we go about this information. Once we hear back we will update you.
     
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    I got basically the same reply from Eddie at Toy Dojo today.
     
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    breaux man I'm Me

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    I guess the stickers are a cool add on, but this all looks like a pitch for them re-releasing Skycrusher with these new "features". Doesn't seem to me like they're interested in giving the new head away or even selling it alone. Can anyone translate for us?
     
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    Those are stock pics for their upcoming reissue. The text in those pics are mostly pointing out existing features, and the inclusion of the new head and stickers. Also there'll be no CS for the new head.

    As for the availability of the new head, go back one or two pages to my previous post. Today 10th May is the deadline for retailers to submit their order for the free replacement heads. From the above few posts, it seems overseas retailers might not be getting it.
     
  14. Hicks_Royel

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    Man, I really just want the headmaster.
     
  15. Fenrys

    Fenrys Formerly Tigatron2002

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    Contact whoever you got the figure from, they might be getting it from x2
     
  16. Hicks_Royel

    Hicks_Royel Hurts feelings being honest.

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    Oh, I don't have the figure... I just want the tiny figure.
     
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    Actually glad I ordered the face sculpt (put on there from someone here, sorry I forgot who) from Shapeways now. That face looks nothing like Jetfire. Rubz.
     
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    What are people thoughts on this? Would you get this or FT Skyfire?
     
  19. lake88

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    ??? So you don't care about the Headmaster gimmick? If you don't, check out X2 Toys AS001 Reserved Soldier
    It's their tiny articulated figure line that's slightly taller than Titanmasters. They released a bunch of themed 6-packs last month, the accessories are compatible with this new headmaster too.

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    The individual kits and prebuilt 6-packs are available at their own taobao shop at 首页-X2TOYS-淘宝网 I'm not sure if they have it at other sellers yet.
     
  20. Hicks_Royel

    Hicks_Royel Hurts feelings being honest.

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    Yeah, I probably would if one of my Ebay sellers or one of the stateside sites offered them. I just don't want to start down the taobao road too.

    I've been waiting for a while now for BBTS or Chosen Prime to carry them.