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Post by legios on Feb 1, 2008 7:32:56 GMT
I'm vaguely optimistic about the Mirrorverse Botcon stuff as it could be fun - though it is likely it won't be since the promo data seems to think this is a shocking new idea nobody EVER thought of before. ...and I've seen one episode of Cybertron and I still agree with Ralph on the show. It was worse than the UK Generation 2 #1 cover art. It wasn't a particularly original idea when "Star TreK" did it, and that was the 1960's. Since then it feels like everybody has taken a swing at it in one way or another. (I mean, it feels like just about every ITC hero ran into the idea of "evil doubles" at one point or another). The Botcon ad copy is indeed amusing from the point of view of the way they seem to be terribly proud of this very old idea. (Actually, the promo stuff is likely far more entertaining - for the wrong reasons - than the actual product will be). Cybertron I have trouble commenting on, as I only saw one episode and it took me three days to get through it...... (although perhaps that says it all). Karl |
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Post by Bogatan on Feb 1, 2008 9:17:13 GMT
Checking for spelling errors, I will repeat my view that FP so far have produced some 40 odd toys in 3 years and so far they have been fairly impressive. Back story may well be a waste of paper, utterly fail to provide any personalities for the toys, but they will look good. e.g. Bubite.
Cybertron was the show I liked. Having realised they couldnt draw they had finally worked out how to present their cgi robots in a good way, as in not how they did Energon. Voices or the most part amused me and of course there was Signal Lancer. It took to long to get going but the second half was a lot of fun. Course the still hadn't learnt o animate.
Andy
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Post by Shockprowl on Feb 1, 2008 10:39:56 GMT
Oh, don't think I'll waste hours of my life with Armada then! Thanks for the advice chaps!
Cybertron I have seen bits of, and yeah, it passed the time at work, but didn't, how would Graham put it, tickle my fan-bean.
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Post by The Doctor on Feb 1, 2008 18:10:31 GMT
...and I've seen one episode of Cybertron and I still agree with Ralph on the show. It was worse than the UK Generation 2 #1 cover art. But...but that was awesome! -Ralph |
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Post by Andy Turnbull on Feb 1, 2008 19:38:57 GMT
I quite like the UK G2 cover art.
Andy
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Post by The Doctor on Feb 6, 2008 21:01:47 GMT
Video of Nightbeat toy. Nice looking toy.
-Ralph
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Post by grahamthomson on Feb 6, 2008 21:52:36 GMT
Now is this something you can only get if you're a member of the Collector's Club, or can you buy it without joining (on their website)?
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Post by kayevcee on Feb 6, 2008 21:54:40 GMT
It's cheaper for members, or rather less ludicrous. You want one? I'm still a member.
-Nick
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Post by Andy Turnbull on Feb 6, 2008 22:39:03 GMT
Not a bad looking repaint.
Andy
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Post by grahamthomson on Feb 7, 2008 8:30:59 GMT
It's cheaper for members, or rather less ludicrous. You want one? I'm still a member. -Nick Thanks for the offer, Nick! I will wait and see... not 100% decided yet. |
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Post by Bogatan on Feb 7, 2008 8:38:45 GMT
They're making me want a toy I hate. Well maybe I dont hate it buts its an Autobot energon toy on principal I do hate it.
Andy
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Post by grahamthomson on Feb 7, 2008 8:40:45 GMT
Ah! That's what it is. I knew it must have been a repaint but wasn't sure what of.
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Post by The Doctor on Feb 7, 2008 8:45:31 GMT
It's cheaper for members, or rather less ludicrous. You want one? I'm still a member. -Nick I might hit you up for one, depending on the asking price. Long since given up trying to get an original Nightbeat at a decent price. -Ralph |
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Post by Philip Ayres on Feb 7, 2008 9:15:55 GMT
Hmmmmm. Tempted. Combining Energon goodness.
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Post by kayevcee on Feb 7, 2008 18:45:40 GMT
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Post by Nigel on Feb 7, 2008 18:54:01 GMT
I'm waiting for my Airazor to arrive. If I can, I will probably also order Astrotrain while it's on offer.
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Post by The Doctor on Feb 11, 2008 11:22:48 GMT
I shall bear that in mind. Might put my money towards the tat Seacon set if that is actually coming out and not a rumour. -Ralph |
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Post by legios on Feb 11, 2008 12:48:11 GMT
I shall bear that in mind. Might put my money towards the tat Seacon set if that is actually coming out and not a rumour. -Ralph I wonder if they are going to include a pair of sunglasses with every Seacon set for the protection of our retinae... Karl |
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Post by grahamthomson on Feb 11, 2008 13:17:15 GMT
I have yet to see pictures of these new Seacons. Are there any links at all?
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Post by Dark Stranger on Feb 11, 2008 15:26:51 GMT
I took a look but couldn't find any pictures. I saw a report that they're to be Universe colours, with hardly any noticeable differences.
Can't seem to find any pics of the Universe colours either....
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Post by kayevcee on Feb 11, 2008 15:29:56 GMT
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Post by grahamthomson on Feb 11, 2008 15:40:33 GMT
Zhe googles, zhey do nothing!! Seriously. Ouch. Thanks very much for the link, Nick. I do have a soft spot for the Seacons. I even owned the whole set until they went horribly miscoloured from age/sunlight. I have the God Neptune set but it's not the same without all the accessories (and a missing "Nautilator"!). |
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Post by Andy Turnbull on Feb 11, 2008 15:49:24 GMT
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Post by Nigel on Feb 11, 2008 17:29:32 GMT
Yowzer! Seacons: the team that taster forgot.
Nice strip, Mr T.
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Post by Bogatan on Feb 12, 2008 8:43:10 GMT
Botcon Prime is up and I appear to be the only person on the club board who doesnt like it which feels odd. I suppose I could go on TFW and find people who dislike it but I doubt that would make me feel better.
Oh to clarify I like the design but not enough for the cost of the boxset.
Andy
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Post by Dark Stranger on Feb 12, 2008 10:23:53 GMT
Are you allowed to post links or pictures Andy?
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Post by Nigel on Feb 12, 2008 10:34:37 GMT
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Post by Bogatan on Feb 12, 2008 10:36:21 GMT
Yeah sorry should have done that but I'm lazy.
Andy
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Post by Dark Stranger on Feb 12, 2008 10:51:36 GMT
Great looking toy! What does the colour scheme signify?
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Post by Bogatan on Feb 12, 2008 10:58:34 GMT
Mirroruniverse type dealy. It is indeed a good looking toy but I just cant get excited though.
Andy
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