Transformers Legacy toyline

[Superomegaprime]

As a kid, I wanted G1 Metroplex, for Christmas, but never got him, had some experience with a broken verison, that a "former" friend of mine (someone I no longer want to know or meet, EVER AGAIN[reasons unrelated to this subject]) had, so the Generations verison was my first Metroplex based upon G1, thou I do have the old Cybertron figure, thou a figure I would kind of like to see made, is Scorponok but not at the titan scale but more at the commander class size, to go with the Titans Return Leader Power Master Optimus prime, to match his Marvel comics appearance and if they also do a BZ repaint, then so much the better because then he would be more in scale with Haslab Victory Saber, it was the Cartoons made for the west that depict Metroplex, Scorponok, Trypticon & Fortress Maximus as massive bots, thou Trypticon did have a appearance in the Marvel comics and was quite large as characters go, but he only got one appearance in the US Marvel comics and was never seen or heard from again, while Metroplex, he had no role in the US Marvel comics, he never appeared in them, while Scorponok & Fortress Maximus were given fully fleshed out character arcs as they became major characters

 

[PrimalxConvoy]

And a Scorponok too!

That's why I always had zero interest in Titan-sized Fort Max or Scorponok... never had the G1 toys, and the first (and pretty much only) form of the characters that comes to mind is the Marvel G1 versions. And both were pretty major characters there too.

There was an IDW-inspired 3P/ CHUG Fort Max released, many moons ago.

 

[unluckiness]

Yeah I only have space for two or three titans so when Tidal Wave got announced Scorponok had to go. Makes a better foil to Omega Supreme too.

Kept Metroplex in storage for sentimental reasons though

 

[LBD "Nytetrayn"]

The Ark can open up the ramp at the back to simulate the 86 movie shuttle landing scene, open the cockpit area to simulate the pilot or detach Mainframe to be Teletraan with the drone thing. First two are admittedly limited to the tiny figurines but they're relevant and significantly different options to put on your shelf nonetheless. The best the Nemesis has is the ramps but that's not really on the same level. I don’t count the lower fin splitting to let it sit flat.

Ahhhh, gotcha. Thought that might be what you meant, but those read more as "play features" to me, so I wasn't sure.

Tidalwave is really the next titan that is a *must own* for me.

But if they do a Metroplex and/or Fort Max that is upscaled "G1 with knees" its gonna be hard for me to resist. I normally steer for new guys, but those designs are just so iconic, and at that size, they'l be hard to resist. Not that I want to resist...

I'd love Tidal Wave, and he could possibly even be an exception, given his alt mode is several smaller ships.

If we got G1 Fort Max with knees and it retained enough of the original's features and charm, I might finally abandon that lifelong quest.

Either way, while i like TR Fort Max well enough, it's more as his own entity than as Fort Max, at least in some regards.

How about these? Video review is here.
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There's a fairly nice (but perhaps still overpriced?) G1-styled Metroplex that's on sale right now, here. It's a bit smaller than the titan class version too. Video review is here.
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(Apologies for the KOs here as it's a bit off-topic. Just trying to help.)

You're good.

And a Scorponok too!

That's why I always had zero interest in Titan-sized Fort Max or Scorponok... never had the G1 toys, and the first (and pretty much only) form of the characters that comes to mind is the Marvel G1 versions. And both were pretty major characters there too.

Mmm, not opposed, but I still want something in a size comparable for Fort Max.

If anything, it feels like the TR one would be the one to scale down, while doing one that has an actual distinct city mode as a Titan.

I think one of the Japanese toys even did something along those lines, omitting the city mode for a smaller scale version...

But yeah, no, the city mode is part of what makes G1 Fort Max so desirable to me.

 

[PrimalxConvoy]

...I think one of the Japanese toys even did something along those lines, omitting the city mode for a smaller scale version...

Kabaya released a model kit of G1 Fort Max a few years ago (perhaps to homage the original Headmaster Junior figure?).

 

[PrimalxConvoy]

Our worlds are in DANGER! Please collect another cyber planet key to keep them from the decepticons to be used for evil! It is our mission!! Welcome another Cybertron star cast member, Deluxe Hotshot is ready to grace your collection!


The amazing Tomo san from Takara Tomy has done an amazing job with this figure. His dedication and passion for Transformers toys really shines through for this figure. Please check out his project kickoff art! You will also be able to check out what I had the privilege to contribute to this sweet figure!

I also tried to showcase all the cyber planet keys that we have released thus far. What a treat to pay homage to a great series, the characters are epic and the toys were too! Alot to live up to but to welcome all these characters to enter in the same universe is just such a great way to celebrate the 40th anniversary!

It somtimes feels like we are moving at velocitron type speeds developing these figures. There’s just so much to do and so many things all at once, multiple figures at all different scales at different stages of development , different programs, and different age targets for products. I have no idea how we all do it honestly.

BUT, there is so many damned exciting things happening right for Transformers. I really hope the good vibes keep going, Legacy United has even more ’s to drop so stay tuned!

(Source/Full pics here.)

 

[lastmaximal]

I'm going to really enjoy getting that Excellion.

As far as Titans go, the major bases are covered. I'm glad they're continuing on, with Tidal Wave and all-new takes for Ark and Nemesis. But I wouldn't mind a better take on G1 Metroplex and Fortress Maximus. May sell off the originals if those new ones are solid.

 

[Sabrblade]

Funny how "Force chip" is mistyped as "Force tip" since "chi" and "ti" use the same character in Japanese.

 

[LBD "Nytetrayn"]

I like the multiple places for his gun.

 

[unluckiness]

I really want Hot Shot but I'm not enthused about having to fix the yellow paint aps again. Prime your yellow Hasbro!

 

[GodSentinelOmega]

I can’t deny that a newer, better Titan Max would be nice to go along with Titan Scorpy/Black Zarak (I had to get both). However, the idea of more Marvel G1 inspired Max and Scorpy would be very awesome. Commander scale versions would be sweet. I’d even be ok if they worked in IDW max;s armoured tank mode in.

Those two being leaders in G1 made for some great stories. Scorpy blending with Zarak to become this tragic warrior, while Max ends up having to bond with Spike (who really doesn’t want to) was grear.

Plus, Fort Max vs Galvatron II at the end of the Marvel G1 one run was an awesome story.

 

[The Mighty Mollusk]

I'd go for Fort Max and Scorponok at Leader or Commander scale. My main exposure to them as characters is the comics, where they're big dudes, but not nearly Titan-sized.

 

[unluckiness]

I’d only want them at Leader/Commander if they give them altmodes not compromised by a city mode. Scorponok’s almost there if they flatten the legs a little but Fort Max needs a complete redesign.

 

[GodSentinelOmega]

That’s why I think if they went for a fusion of IDW and G1 Max, it would solve that. Marvel G1 scale Max, with IDW Cybertronian assault vehicle mode.

 

[Glitch]

Plus a rerelease of Cog and Fasttrack.
Also commander class Scorponok and Fort Max could still be headmasters with helmets like the TF leader class had.
As well as new weaponizers of Omega Spreem for Omega Supreme. Drill Bit for Megaloplex, Guardian X for Ark, Ramjet for Tidal Waaaaaaaave and something for Nemesis complete with the Heart of Cybertron and Covenant of Primus.

 

[Sabrblade]

Also commander class Scorponok and Fort Max could still be headmasters with helmets like the TF leader class had.

Scorponok can pull that off, but Fort Max might be a bit trickier if they'd want to keep the traditional look of his noggin.

 

[unluckiness]

No way. The helmets were ugly, restricted articulation and made the headmasters either have too small faces or make their dedicated headmasters have next to no helmet, compromising their cross compatibility anyway.

 

[G.B.Blackrock]

Sounds pretty accurate to G1 Scorponok to me....

 

[Glitch]

It might work for IDW Fort Max.

https://www.tfw2005.com/boards/attachments/image5-jpg.27359943/

But really he wasn't a headmaster.

On that note, it could also work for a bendy commander class G1 Metroplex who'd work great with mini-cons and micromasters like the original did.

 

[Haze Arquebus]

The only headmaster-adjacent gimmick an IDW Max needs is being able to scrunch heads into robo-gore in that chest compartment.