New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire
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The Studio Series is coming on strong in the new year with two new leader class toys, DOTM Megatron and ROTF Jetfire. The preorders are now up at several of our sponsors and they include new stock images. We included all images (new and old) for you below as well as the product description and links to where you can preorder them.
Product Description
Reach past the big screen and build the ultimate Transformers collection with Studio Series figures, inspired by iconic movie scenes and designed with specs and details to reflect the Transformers movie universe.
Jetfire
In the Pyramid Desert Battle scene from Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, Jetfire makes the ultimate sacrifice, heroically giving up his parts to restore and strengthen Optimus Prime.
This Studio Series 35 Voyager Class Jetfire figure features vivid, movie-inspired deco and converts from robot to jet mode in 36 steps. Remove backdrop to showcase Jetfire in the Pyramid Desert Battle scene. Includes 3 detailed accessories including cane and battle axe accessories.
Megatron
In the Serengeti Hideout scene from Transformers: Dark of the Moon, Megatron schemes with his Decepticon followers from his secluded African base.
This Studio Series 34 Voyager Class Megatron figure features vivid, movie-inspired deco and converts from robot to Mack truck mode in 30 steps. Remove backdrop to showcase Megatron and the little green Igor minion figure in the Serengeti Hideout scene. Includes 3 detailed accessories, including cape, blaster, and removable chains accessories modeled after the ones Megatron uses in the film.
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Chosen Prime: https://www.thechosenprime.com/TSSLeaderW5
Product Description
Reach past the big screen and build the ultimate Transformers collection with Studio Series figures, inspired by iconic movie scenes and designed with specs and details to reflect the Transformers movie universe.
Jetfire
In the Pyramid Desert Battle scene from Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, Jetfire makes the ultimate sacrifice, heroically giving up his parts to restore and strengthen Optimus Prime.
This Studio Series 35 Voyager Class Jetfire figure features vivid, movie-inspired deco and converts from robot to jet mode in 36 steps. Remove backdrop to showcase Jetfire in the Pyramid Desert Battle scene. Includes 3 detailed accessories including cane and battle axe accessories.
Megatron
In the Serengeti Hideout scene from Transformers: Dark of the Moon, Megatron schemes with his Decepticon followers from his secluded African base.
This Studio Series 34 Voyager Class Megatron figure features vivid, movie-inspired deco and converts from robot to Mack truck mode in 30 steps. Remove backdrop to showcase Megatron and the little green Igor minion figure in the Serengeti Hideout scene. Includes 3 detailed accessories, including cape, blaster, and removable chains accessories modeled after the ones Megatron uses in the film.
BBTS: https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Search?P ... ldOut=true
TFSource: https://tfsource.com/
Robotkingdom: http://www.robotkingdom.com/e0732as01.html
Chosen Prime: https://www.thechosenprime.com/TSSLeaderW5
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Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002220)
Posted by william-james88 on January 2nd, 2019 @ 9:30pm CST
Posted by william-james88 on January 2nd, 2019 @ 9:30pm CST
fyi, the Studio Series #20 Golden Volkswagen Bumblebee found has been found for a few months at gamestop for $70
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002222)
Posted by Sabrblade on January 2nd, 2019 @ 9:39pm CST
Posted by Sabrblade on January 2nd, 2019 @ 9:39pm CST
Oh dear. Jetfire has contracted Youngblood's Disease.william-james88 wrote:
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002223)
Posted by Sentinel_Primal on January 2nd, 2019 @ 9:44pm CST
Ah Hasbro stock photography. Never change
First they barely finish transforming a figure, now they give them a different figures accessories
Posted by Sentinel_Primal on January 2nd, 2019 @ 9:44pm CST
william-james88 wrote:
Ah Hasbro stock photography. Never change
First they barely finish transforming a figure, now they give them a different figures accessories
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002225)
Posted by GeekyGamer Gal on January 2nd, 2019 @ 9:47pm CST
Posted by GeekyGamer Gal on January 2nd, 2019 @ 9:47pm CST
That beard, why can't it fold better? 
I want to love this Jetfire so much, but that beard when he's displaying that awesome SR-71 Blackbird mode can't fly. I can't un-see it, most of the rest of the bot being kibble under the jet I can ignore as elements can be kinda taken a landing gear, just not that beard.
Leader DOTM Megs has some chunky legs. Looks like he has elephantiasis in BOTH legs, and then he's got backwards Popeye arms. I'm also leery of that cape/cloak as the weave on the fabric looks very loose, and there isn't any stitching on the edges of it to hold the fabric together, or to prevent edge fraying that I can see.
I do like Igor. The little body-less head is so adorably ugly, but not enough to warrant leaving the Megs to sit in the box in some storage tub.
I want to love this Jetfire so much, but that beard when he's displaying that awesome SR-71 Blackbird mode can't fly. I can't un-see it, most of the rest of the bot being kibble under the jet I can ignore as elements can be kinda taken a landing gear, just not that beard. Leader DOTM Megs has some chunky legs. Looks like he has elephantiasis in BOTH legs, and then he's got backwards Popeye arms. I'm also leery of that cape/cloak as the weave on the fabric looks very loose, and there isn't any stitching on the edges of it to hold the fabric together, or to prevent edge fraying that I can see.
I do like Igor. The little body-less head is so adorably ugly, but not enough to warrant leaving the Megs to sit in the box in some storage tub.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002226)
Posted by Sabrblade on January 2nd, 2019 @ 9:48pm CST
Posted by Sabrblade on January 2nd, 2019 @ 9:48pm CST
That's Jetifre's cane down there.Sentinel_Primal wrote:william-james88 wrote:
Ah Hasbro stock photography. Never change
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002228)
Posted by Deadput on January 2nd, 2019 @ 10:07pm CST
Posted by Deadput on January 2nd, 2019 @ 10:07pm CST
Man I know some people don't like Megatron being that boxy but I personally like it, if I get him he will be a Generations Megatron. (I mix all of my figures together in one "big" generations collection, different versions of characters like say POTP Jazz and Movie Studio Series Jazz are either different characters with new names where susceptible like Movie Ratchet being Meltdown from TFU or completely new characters, generic army filler or otherwise)
Ah I saw that one a couple weeks ago while I was Christmas shopping, I was tempted but it was to expensive for me at the time, there was two of them there, the regular Studio Series Bumblebee was there as well.
william-james88 wrote:fyi, the Studio Series #20 Golden Volkswagen Bumblebee found has been found for a few months at gamestop for $70
Ah I saw that one a couple weeks ago while I was Christmas shopping, I was tempted but it was to expensive for me at the time, there was two of them there, the regular Studio Series Bumblebee was there as well.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002232)
Posted by Decepticon Stryker on January 2nd, 2019 @ 11:08pm CST
Well at least he's not radioactive. That wouldn't be good!
Posted by Decepticon Stryker on January 2nd, 2019 @ 11:08pm CST
Sabrblade wrote:Oh dear. Jetfire has contracted Youngblood's Disease.william-james88 wrote:
Well at least he's not radioactive. That wouldn't be good!
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002241)
Posted by Octobotimus on January 3rd, 2019 @ 12:52am CST
Posted by Octobotimus on January 3rd, 2019 @ 12:52am CST
All of these images have been around for nearly a month.... These are hardly new.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002245)
Posted by Prime Target on January 3rd, 2019 @ 2:15am CST
Posted by Prime Target on January 3rd, 2019 @ 2:15am CST
So we're gonna have to wait till 2020 for a full Devestator? Guess Unite Warriors is gonna have to tide me over until then
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002280)
Posted by o.supreme on January 3rd, 2019 @ 10:37am CST
Posted by o.supreme on January 3rd, 2019 @ 10:37am CST
For the record, I still find it odd that a seemingly "smaller" Megatron (always saw the tanker truck alt mode as smaller than movie 1 space ship or movie 2 space tank) gets a leader class figure. I figure because of mass shifting Megatron's robot mode was always pretty much the same size, I understand the need probably to try to find a way to sell more leader class, but its just off putting to me, should have kept this one voyager class.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002336)
Posted by Deadput on January 3rd, 2019 @ 4:29pm CST
It's probably due to the fact that the truck he transforms into is "God damn huge" since it's not just the truck but also the long tanker as well, it's longer then any other alt mode he has in the movies besides maybe the TLK plane which itself is "thinner" then the truck which is both big in mass and long.
He's still taller then Optimus in DOTM itself as well.
But yeah, I don't know how tall he is but I hope that he's still relatively in scale with the others.
Igor is the best as well and I will hear no objections otherwise about that cute, little, green...head.
Posted by Deadput on January 3rd, 2019 @ 4:29pm CST
o.supreme wrote:For the record, I still find it odd that a seemingly "smaller" Megatron (always saw the tanker truck alt mode as smaller than movie 1 space ship or movie 2 space tank) gets a leader class figure. I figure because of mass shifting Megatron's robot mode was always pretty much the same size, I understand the need probably to try to find a way to sell more leader class, but its just off putting to me, should have kept this one voyager class.
It's probably due to the fact that the truck he transforms into is "God damn huge" since it's not just the truck but also the long tanker as well, it's longer then any other alt mode he has in the movies besides maybe the TLK plane which itself is "thinner" then the truck which is both big in mass and long.
He's still taller then Optimus in DOTM itself as well.
But yeah, I don't know how tall he is but I hope that he's still relatively in scale with the others.
Igor is the best as well and I will hear no objections otherwise about that cute, little, green...head.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002340)
Posted by ZeldaTheSwordsman on January 3rd, 2019 @ 4:44pm CST
No, what they should have done is engineer it to better compress the mass (and just plain better engineer it). Megs' tanker truck mode is more or less the same size as his first 2 altmodes, but with the mass distributed differently (length instead of breadth).
Here's the problem with making him a Voyager:
I think if they'd really put their mind to it they could have done a Leader Megs that scaled properly with a Voyager Optimus (taller but not monstrously so, and also bulkier and broader). But alas.
Posted by ZeldaTheSwordsman on January 3rd, 2019 @ 4:44pm CST
o.supreme wrote:For the record, I still find it odd that a seemingly "smaller" Megatron (always saw the tanker truck alt mode as smaller than movie 1 space ship or movie 2 space tank) gets a leader class figure. I figure because of mass shifting Megatron's robot mode was always pretty much the same size, I understand the need probably to try to find a way to sell more leader class, but its just off putting to me, should have kept this one voyager class.
No, what they should have done is engineer it to better compress the mass (and just plain better engineer it). Megs' tanker truck mode is more or less the same size as his first 2 altmodes, but with the mass distributed differently (length instead of breadth).
Here's the problem with making him a Voyager:
I think if they'd really put their mind to it they could have done a Leader Megs that scaled properly with a Voyager Optimus (taller but not monstrously so, and also bulkier and broader). But alas.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002341)
Posted by o.supreme on January 3rd, 2019 @ 4:45pm CST
Posted by o.supreme on January 3rd, 2019 @ 4:45pm CST
Maybe It's because DotM is such a chore to watch, or because you only saw that tanker truck one (two?) times, but I never saw it to be huge/massive.
Here is an interesting size chart. I disregarded all the animated Megatrons, since there really isn't any size scale there, but Movie Megatron being 35 feet tall in robot mode in movies 1-3 does seem to make sense.
I would think the Space Ship (movie 1) would be his largest alternate mode, with space tank being (from RotF) slightly smaller, and tanker truck from DotM being smaller still.
Here is an interesting size chart. I disregarded all the animated Megatrons, since there really isn't any size scale there, but Movie Megatron being 35 feet tall in robot mode in movies 1-3 does seem to make sense.
I would think the Space Ship (movie 1) would be his largest alternate mode, with space tank being (from RotF) slightly smaller, and tanker truck from DotM being smaller still.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002346)
Posted by ZeldaTheSwordsman on January 3rd, 2019 @ 5:32pm CST
Posted by ZeldaTheSwordsman on January 3rd, 2019 @ 5:32pm CST
It's a Mack M915 tractor - which is a 21' truck - plus a trailer that's around 35-40'. The M915 tractor on its own isn't as long as the Peterbilt 379 but with the trailer factored in it ends up being fairly hefty. Like, have you ever been next to a semi with a trailer on?
We actually see Megs' tank mode in close proximity to Optimus' truck mode in ROTF - it's wider and bulkier, but not much longer. So the mass would seem to about tally with a smaller cab and a trailer.
We actually see Megs' tank mode in close proximity to Optimus' truck mode in ROTF - it's wider and bulkier, but not much longer. So the mass would seem to about tally with a smaller cab and a trailer.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002347)
Posted by Deadput on January 3rd, 2019 @ 5:43pm CST
Posted by Deadput on January 3rd, 2019 @ 5:43pm CST
Yes I'm not judging the size of the truck from the movie but the actual size of the vehicle itself from photos and videos from the filming.
But yes Megatron's tank and jet modes from the first two movies are not actually that big, they have mass but they look bigger then they actually are, their Cybertronian modes without pilot cockpits so they can afford to be smaller.
But yes Megatron's tank and jet modes from the first two movies are not actually that big, they have mass but they look bigger then they actually are, their Cybertronian modes without pilot cockpits so they can afford to be smaller.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002361)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on January 3rd, 2019 @ 6:21pm CST
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on January 3rd, 2019 @ 6:21pm CST
I for one am just glad to have a new properly sized alternate mode DotM Megatron, who is a fantastic design. I love that design, and will hear no objections to this truth.
I played with the DotM one a lot, Ramming him and my Leader Nightwatch Prime from the Allspark line (still the #1 figure I own D-Max Fact) into each other recreating the Ironhide and the Dreads scene from DotM. I have always wished he wasn't affected by the DotM smallening, but now we get to correct that. I am happy.
I played with the DotM one a lot, Ramming him and my Leader Nightwatch Prime from the Allspark line (still the #1 figure I own D-Max Fact) into each other recreating the Ironhide and the Dreads scene from DotM. I have always wished he wasn't affected by the DotM smallening, but now we get to correct that. I am happy.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002369)
Posted by Deadput on January 3rd, 2019 @ 6:57pm CST
Sometimes I wish that other Megatron's would use this design or one inspired by it as a "defeated/exiled" Megatron, or as a new neutral, wanderer, character who doesn't fight for any side yet isn't a bounty hunter.
It's such a good and unique design.
Posted by Deadput on January 3rd, 2019 @ 6:57pm CST
D-Maximal_Primal wrote:I for one am just glad to have a new properly sized alternate mode DotM Megatron, who is a fantastic design. I love that design, and will hear no objections to this truth.
I played with the DotM one a lot, Ramming him and my Leader Nightwatch Prime from the Allspark line (still the #1 figure I own D-Max Fact) into each other recreating the Ironhide and the Dreads scene from DotM. I have always wished he wasn't affected by the DotM smallening, but now we get to correct that. I am happy.
Sometimes I wish that other Megatron's would use this design or one inspired by it as a "defeated/exiled" Megatron, or as a new neutral, wanderer, character who doesn't fight for any side yet isn't a bounty hunter.
It's such a good and unique design.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002394)
Posted by Sabrblade on January 3rd, 2019 @ 8:54pm CST
Posted by Sabrblade on January 3rd, 2019 @ 8:54pm CST
BotCon 2015 Megs paid homage to it.Deadput wrote:D-Maximal_Primal wrote:I for one am just glad to have a new properly sized alternate mode DotM Megatron, who is a fantastic design. I love that design, and will hear no objections to this truth.
I played with the DotM one a lot, Ramming him and my Leader Nightwatch Prime from the Allspark line (still the #1 figure I own D-Max Fact) into each other recreating the Ironhide and the Dreads scene from DotM. I have always wished he wasn't affected by the DotM smallening, but now we get to correct that. I am happy.
Sometimes I wish that other Megatron's would use this design or one inspired by it as a "defeated/exiled" Megatron, or as a new neutral, wanderer, character who doesn't fight for any side yet isn't a bounty hunter.
It's such a good and unique design.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002401)
Posted by RobRobRobRobRob on January 3rd, 2019 @ 9:30pm CST
Posted by RobRobRobRobRob on January 3rd, 2019 @ 9:30pm CST
With the acclaimed Studio Series line marching onward triumphantly into 2019, we have just received a new review of the line’s latest offering, Battle-Damaged Megatron, which most of us know emulates Megatron’s appearance following the climactic final showdown between him, Optimus Prime and the Fallen in the second film. The review comes courtesy of YouTuber PrimeVs.Prime, who has thus far extensively catalogued the line beyond today’s subject. He goes into detail regarding the detailing of the figure, and gives a side-by-side comparison between the new edition and it's predecessor.
Primevs.Prime’s Review:
What do you think of this new Megatron? Are the alterations enough to justify a second purchase of the same mold, or are you skipping out on both versions entirely? Share your thoughts in the Energon Pub below, and stay tuned for further Transformers News and Reviews here on Seibertron!
Primevs.Prime’s Review:
What do you think of this new Megatron? Are the alterations enough to justify a second purchase of the same mold, or are you skipping out on both versions entirely? Share your thoughts in the Energon Pub below, and stay tuned for further Transformers News and Reviews here on Seibertron!
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002417)
Posted by Acolyte on January 4th, 2019 @ 1:07am CST
Posted by Acolyte on January 4th, 2019 @ 1:07am CST
Sigh... this smacks of what they did to Bumblebee last year:
1. Camaro Bumblebee
2. VW Beetle Bumblebee
3. Retro Rock Garage Vol. 1
4. Retro Rock Garage Vol. 2
5. Charlie's Garage (extra parts and a Charlie)
6. Clunker Bumblebee
Six, SIX repaints... and 2 molds. Two greatly flawed molds, I might add. Megatron is no different. A greatly flawed mold (if still a definitive look for the figure) that we really don't need a repaint of. This should have been the original color scheme, with the face intact given that this damaged condition lasts for all of maybe 20 seconds of screen time out of the entire cinematic universe (somewhere somebody said, "We're not going to call the DotM Megatron our 'battle damage' Megatron?"). I mean WWII bee was more established!
He's an ugly dude, I'll give him that. Absolutely nothing is attracting me to double dip on this mold though. What a mess. Should've thrown in another "minicon" for good measure, like the "Kill zee little one!" dude or something.
1. Camaro Bumblebee
2. VW Beetle Bumblebee
3. Retro Rock Garage Vol. 1
4. Retro Rock Garage Vol. 2
5. Charlie's Garage (extra parts and a Charlie)
6. Clunker Bumblebee
Six, SIX repaints... and 2 molds. Two greatly flawed molds, I might add. Megatron is no different. A greatly flawed mold (if still a definitive look for the figure) that we really don't need a repaint of. This should have been the original color scheme, with the face intact given that this damaged condition lasts for all of maybe 20 seconds of screen time out of the entire cinematic universe (somewhere somebody said, "We're not going to call the DotM Megatron our 'battle damage' Megatron?"). I mean WWII bee was more established!
He's an ugly dude, I'll give him that. Absolutely nothing is attracting me to double dip on this mold though. What a mess. Should've thrown in another "minicon" for good measure, like the "Kill zee little one!" dude or something.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002419)
Posted by Actar on January 4th, 2019 @ 1:41am CST
Posted by Actar on January 4th, 2019 @ 1:41am CST
Alrighty! Just got my hands on the latest SS Voyagers and Leaders. However, the one that has won me over the most is Jetfire.
So, I was rather hesitant and critical about Jetfire when I first saw him, but after having him in hand for a day, I'm absolutely convinced. Jetfire is everything I wanted in the original Leader (albeit in a smaller package). Overall, he's much easier to transform than the previous Leader and everything but those two central panels that tab into the shoulders and engines hold together solidly. I'd even argue that the kibble is much better on this one.
While the fit and finish are subpar as per other figures in the Studio Series line, the bot mode is excellent. The transformation is really fun, smooth and impressive. I love how the jet mode folds in on itself multiple times to create the bulk of the body and I adore the fact that the thighs are actually formed from the jet mode engines unlike the previous Leader (they even sit accurately within the nacelle!). I'm still not that big of a fan of the faux cockpit head, but after knowing that Jetfire accurately parts-forms to combine with Optimus, it softens the blow somewhat.
Speaking of which, yes! Jetfire does indeed combine with SS Voyager Prime!
...and it's amazing. Thank heavens they decided to go with parts-forming. Not only is it accurate to the movie, the combination gimmick does not take away from either figure much at all. The locks that secure Jetfire's limbs together when he's his own figure are brilliant. It's a clip system that holds all the parts together in bot/jet mode solidly but is still easy enough to disconnect for parts-forming when needed. In Jet Power Prime mode, everything is just as solid, though I'm slightly worried that Prime's leg joints (hip and knees) will not hold up over time as they aren't ratcheted. As for now, they're rock solid and almost too tight for when posing him alone. While the articulation in combined mode is mostly unhindered, it kinda sucks that the ankle tilts are opposite as Jetfire's legs are reversed for the combination.
Note that the instructions are utter garbage. Not only does it not tell you how to transform the cannon at all, but you can tweak the figure a little to get it looking much, much better. For instance, the bar behind Prime's head can be angled back. This not only tidies up the silhouette, but it also holds the rear wings/fins in place. Speaking of those fins, as can be seen from the above pictures, they can also be splayed open for a far more dynamic and movie-accurate look. It's a pretty nice touch that Prime's back kibble form secondary fins.
For the cannon, there is indeed a proper way to transform it. Upon close examination, the arms and flaps both have places to peg into.
All in all, thus far, Jetfire is my undisputed favorite Studio Series figure. So poseable, so much more accurate than the previous Leader figure and so full of character! All that on top of a much-improved combining gimmick! Now I only wished that they had put more effort into the Voyager Prime. I still don't get the necessity for the inaccurate leg transformation and the faux chest. In addition to being inaccurate, in my opinion, it's needlessly complex and fiddly for a Movie Prime and is as light as a feather. If you ask me, I'd only buy Prime solely to maximize Jetfire's playability. That's how great Jetfire is.
So, I was rather hesitant and critical about Jetfire when I first saw him, but after having him in hand for a day, I'm absolutely convinced. Jetfire is everything I wanted in the original Leader (albeit in a smaller package). Overall, he's much easier to transform than the previous Leader and everything but those two central panels that tab into the shoulders and engines hold together solidly. I'd even argue that the kibble is much better on this one.
While the fit and finish are subpar as per other figures in the Studio Series line, the bot mode is excellent. The transformation is really fun, smooth and impressive. I love how the jet mode folds in on itself multiple times to create the bulk of the body and I adore the fact that the thighs are actually formed from the jet mode engines unlike the previous Leader (they even sit accurately within the nacelle!). I'm still not that big of a fan of the faux cockpit head, but after knowing that Jetfire accurately parts-forms to combine with Optimus, it softens the blow somewhat.
Speaking of which, yes! Jetfire does indeed combine with SS Voyager Prime!
...and it's amazing. Thank heavens they decided to go with parts-forming. Not only is it accurate to the movie, the combination gimmick does not take away from either figure much at all. The locks that secure Jetfire's limbs together when he's his own figure are brilliant. It's a clip system that holds all the parts together in bot/jet mode solidly but is still easy enough to disconnect for parts-forming when needed. In Jet Power Prime mode, everything is just as solid, though I'm slightly worried that Prime's leg joints (hip and knees) will not hold up over time as they aren't ratcheted. As for now, they're rock solid and almost too tight for when posing him alone. While the articulation in combined mode is mostly unhindered, it kinda sucks that the ankle tilts are opposite as Jetfire's legs are reversed for the combination.
Note that the instructions are utter garbage. Not only does it not tell you how to transform the cannon at all, but you can tweak the figure a little to get it looking much, much better. For instance, the bar behind Prime's head can be angled back. This not only tidies up the silhouette, but it also holds the rear wings/fins in place. Speaking of those fins, as can be seen from the above pictures, they can also be splayed open for a far more dynamic and movie-accurate look. It's a pretty nice touch that Prime's back kibble form secondary fins.
For the cannon, there is indeed a proper way to transform it. Upon close examination, the arms and flaps both have places to peg into.
All in all, thus far, Jetfire is my undisputed favorite Studio Series figure. So poseable, so much more accurate than the previous Leader figure and so full of character! All that on top of a much-improved combining gimmick! Now I only wished that they had put more effort into the Voyager Prime. I still don't get the necessity for the inaccurate leg transformation and the faux chest. In addition to being inaccurate, in my opinion, it's needlessly complex and fiddly for a Movie Prime and is as light as a feather. If you ask me, I'd only buy Prime solely to maximize Jetfire's playability. That's how great Jetfire is.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002433)
Posted by Rodimus Prime on January 4th, 2019 @ 4:28am CST
Posted by Rodimus Prime on January 4th, 2019 @ 4:28am CST
Very nice review! Love the pictures! 
Initially I was going to pass on this figure, as I'm in the minority of those who like the original leader. But since I already have SS Prime, I might as well get Jetfire, if only for the combination.
Initially I was going to pass on this figure, as I'm in the minority of those who like the original leader. But since I already have SS Prime, I might as well get Jetfire, if only for the combination.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002434)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 4th, 2019 @ 4:29am CST
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 4th, 2019 @ 4:29am CST
Very detailed review! You should news it.
This may make me want to have that new Optimus and Jetfire even if I already have the Takara DOTM Buster 2 pack.
This may make me want to have that new Optimus and Jetfire even if I already have the Takara DOTM Buster 2 pack.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002444)
Posted by ZeldaTheSwordsman on January 4th, 2019 @ 5:03am CST
Posted by ZeldaTheSwordsman on January 4th, 2019 @ 5:03am CST
Partsforming or no, that combination isn't any more accurate than the combined ROTF Leaders. It's just inaccurate in different ways. Having a Jetfire that also transforms into accurate Jetpower armor is [b]impossible[b]. Getting anywhere even close would require such an extreme degree of partsforming that Jetfire would practically be a Lego set.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002448)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 4th, 2019 @ 5:38am CST
ANY Movie Transformers cannot and will never be 100% screen accurate. The only ones are the non-transforming 1000$ articulated "statues" from 3A and the like.
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 4th, 2019 @ 5:38am CST
ZeldaTheSwordsman wrote:Partsforming or no, that combination isn't any more accurate than the combined ROTF Leaders. It's just inaccurate in different ways. Having a Jetfire that also transforms into accurate Jetpower armor is [b]impossible[b]. Getting anywhere even close would require such an extreme degree of partsforming that Jetfire would practically be a Lego set.
ANY Movie Transformers cannot and will never be 100% screen accurate. The only ones are the non-transforming 1000$ articulated "statues" from 3A and the like.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002451)
Posted by ZeroWolf on January 4th, 2019 @ 5:55am CST
This is a great review! Thank you for taking the time to do it
Posted by ZeroWolf on January 4th, 2019 @ 5:55am CST
Actar wrote:Alrighty! Just got my hands on the latest SS Voyagers and Leaders. However, the one that has won me over the most is Jetfire.
So, I was rather hesitant and critical about Jetfire when I first saw him, but after having him in hand for a day, I'm absolutely convinced. Jetfire is everything I wanted in the original Leader (albeit in a smaller package). Overall, he's much easier to transform than the previous Leader and everything but those two central panels that tab into the shoulders and engines hold together solidly. I'd even argue that the kibble is much better on this one.
While the fit and finish are subpar as per other figures in the Studio Series line, the bot mode is excellent. The transformation is really fun, smooth and impressive. I love how the jet mode folds in on itself multiple times to create the bulk of the body and I adore the fact that the thighs are actually formed from the jet mode engines unlike the previous Leader (they even sit accurately within the nacelle!). I'm still not that big of a fan of the faux cockpit head, but after knowing that Jetfire accurately parts-forms to combine with Optimus, it softens the blow somewhat.
Speaking of which, yes! Jetfire does indeed combine with SS Voyager Prime!
...and it's amazing. Thank heavens they decided to go with parts-forming. Not only is it accurate to the movie, the combination gimmick does not take away from either figure much at all. The locks that secure Jetfire's limbs together when he's his own figure are brilliant. It's a clip system that holds all the parts together in bot/jet mode solidly but is still easy enough to disconnect for parts-forming when needed. In Jet Power Prime mode, everything is just as solid, though I'm slightly worried that Prime's leg joints (hip and knees) will not hold up over time as they aren't ratcheted. As for now, they're rock solid and almost too tight for when posing him alone. While the articulation in combined mode is mostly unhindered, it kinda sucks that the ankle tilts are opposite as Jetfire's legs are reversed for the combination.
Note that the instructions are utter garbage. Not only does it not tell you how to transform the cannon at all, but you can tweak the figure a little to get it looking much, much better. For instance, the bar behind Prime's head can be angled back. This not only tidies up the silhouette, but it also holds the rear wings/fins in place. Speaking of those fins, as can be seen from the above pictures, they can also be splayed open for a far more dynamic and movie-accurate look. It's a pretty nice touch that Prime's back kibble form secondary fins.
For the cannon, there is indeed a proper way to transform it. Upon close examination, the arms and flaps both have places to peg into.
All in all, thus far, Jetfire is my undisputed favorite Studio Series figure. So poseable, so much more accurate than the previous Leader figure and so full of character! All that on top of a much-improved combining gimmick! Now I only wished that they had put more effort into the Voyager Prime. I still don't get the necessity for the inaccurate leg transformation and the faux chest. In addition to being inaccurate, in my opinion, it's needlessly complex and fiddly for a Movie Prime and is as light as a feather. If you ask me, I'd only buy Prime solely to maximize Jetfire's playability. That's how great Jetfire is. (^o^)
This is a great review! Thank you for taking the time to do it
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002452)
Posted by Hellscream9999 on January 4th, 2019 @ 6:26am CST
Just so you know, he only combines with the upcoming ss prime as far as I know
Posted by Hellscream9999 on January 4th, 2019 @ 6:26am CST
Rodimus Prime wrote:Very nice review! Love the pictures!
Initially I was going to pass on this figure, as I'm in the minority of those who like the original leader. But since I already have SS Prime, I might as well get Jetfire, if only for the combination.
Just so you know, he only combines with the upcoming ss prime as far as I know
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002462)
Posted by SpikeyTigertron on January 4th, 2019 @ 9:08am CST
I'm not sure if the new voyager comes with the wrists swords though.... so like Starscream… you need both
Posted by SpikeyTigertron on January 4th, 2019 @ 9:08am CST
Hellscream9999 wrote:Rodimus Prime wrote:Very nice review! Love the pictures!
Initially I was going to pass on this figure, as I'm in the minority of those who like the original leader. But since I already have SS Prime, I might as well get Jetfire, if only for the combination.
Just so you know, he only combines with the upcoming ss prime as far as I know
I'm not sure if the new voyager comes with the wrists swords though.... so like Starscream… you need both
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002466)
Posted by SpikeyTigertron on January 4th, 2019 @ 9:16am CST
Posted by SpikeyTigertron on January 4th, 2019 @ 9:16am CST
(I know its old news but for the sake of discussion https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zO7Te_myti8) Man... so much part swapping and repainting wants between the two of them....To a certain degree, and Megatron and Starscream re-enforced this.... can't they "get it right" the *first* time for a "definitive" figure. I feel like if Hasbro and Takara weren't doing the same run.... Takara would be touching up/full accessorizing their releases.... But it's a brave new world.
With all the Siege goodness and the new Diaclone rabbit hole i've fallen it (send help!) I try to stay away from studio series... but the Bumblee movie was soo good I kinda want Shatter and Dropkick (car versions) and I'm really curious about that Devastator.
With all the Siege goodness and the new Diaclone rabbit hole i've fallen it (send help!) I try to stay away from studio series... but the Bumblee movie was soo good I kinda want Shatter and Dropkick (car versions) and I'm really curious about that Devastator.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002468)
Posted by SpikeyTigertron on January 4th, 2019 @ 9:18am CST
Posted by SpikeyTigertron on January 4th, 2019 @ 9:18am CST
I still think Jetfire's face is TOO big... but I guess he's also practically doubled over. Does it "scale" or at least make sense if you were to "stand" him up?
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002470)
Posted by william-james88 on January 4th, 2019 @ 9:37am CST
You got the new 2019 ss prime? How?
Posted by william-james88 on January 4th, 2019 @ 9:37am CST
Rodimus Prime wrote:Very nice review! Love the pictures!
Initially I was going to pass on this figure, as I'm in the minority of those who like the original leader. But since I already have SS Prime, I might as well get Jetfire, if only for the combination.
You got the new 2019 ss prime? How?
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002481)
Posted by Rodimus Prime on January 4th, 2019 @ 10:50am CST
Posted by Rodimus Prime on January 4th, 2019 @ 10:50am CST
No, I didn't. I mixed up the new Prime with the one that already came out.william-james88 wrote:Rodimus Prime wrote:Very nice review! Love the pictures!
Initially I was going to pass on this figure, as I'm in the minority of those who like the original leader. But since I already have SS Prime, I might as well get Jetfire, if only for the combination.
You got the new 2019 ss prime? How?
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002482)
Posted by o.supreme on January 4th, 2019 @ 11:05am CST
So..Just to confirm (because I'm not familiar enough with some of these toys to recognize them on their own)...
Are these pics showing Jetfire combined with the previous SS-05 Optimus Prime?, Or is this the new SS-32 (Movie 1) Optimus?
That would be awesome if they made it so Jetfire could work with both.
Posted by o.supreme on January 4th, 2019 @ 11:05am CST
Actar wrote:Alrighty! Just got my hands on the latest SS Voyagers and Leaders. However, the one that has won me over the most is Jetfire....
Speaking of which, yes! Jetfire does indeed combine with SS Voyager Prime!
So..Just to confirm (because I'm not familiar enough with some of these toys to recognize them on their own)...
Are these pics showing Jetfire combined with the previous SS-05 Optimus Prime?, Or is this the new SS-32 (Movie 1) Optimus?
That would be awesome if they made it so Jetfire could work with both.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002485)
Posted by Sabrblade on January 4th, 2019 @ 11:09am CST
Posted by Sabrblade on January 4th, 2019 @ 11:09am CST
That's the newer Optimus. Bright red and correct-looking chest. The older one had dark red and an inaccurate-looking chest.o.supreme wrote:Actar wrote:Alrighty! Just got my hands on the latest SS Voyagers and Leaders. However, the one that has won me over the most is Jetfire....
Speaking of which, yes! Jetfire does indeed combine with SS Voyager Prime!
So..Just to confirm (because I'm not familiar enough with some of these toys to recognize them on their own)...
Are these pics showing Jetfire combined with the previous SS-05 Optimus Prime?, Or is this the new SS-32 (Movie 1) Optimus?
That would be awesome if they made it so Jetfire could work with both.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002486)
Posted by Overcracker on January 4th, 2019 @ 11:12am CST
It's the new SS-32 Prime. The old SS-05 Prime has a completely different torso, and lacks the ports and tabs required for combination as far as I know.
SS-32 left, SS-05 Right
Posted by Overcracker on January 4th, 2019 @ 11:12am CST
o.supreme wrote:Actar wrote:Alrighty! Just got my hands on the latest SS Voyagers and Leaders. However, the one that has won me over the most is Jetfire....
Speaking of which, yes! Jetfire does indeed combine with SS Voyager Prime!
So..Just to confirm (because I'm not familiar enough with some of these toys to recognize them on their own)...
Are these pics showing Jetfire combined with the previous SS-05 Optimus Prime?, Or is this the new SS-32 (Movie 1) Optimus?
That would be awesome if they made it so Jetfire could work with both.
It's the new SS-32 Prime. The old SS-05 Prime has a completely different torso, and lacks the ports and tabs required for combination as far as I know.
SS-32 left, SS-05 Right
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002487)
Posted by o.supreme on January 4th, 2019 @ 11:14am CST
darn...thanks for the confirmation though. So, I guess there is no chance that Jetfire can combine with SS-05? I mean I know it has it's flaws, but it is from the 2nd film after all. Then again, was there really any changes in Prime between Movie 1 and Movie 2, I never thought so...they probably just slapped the movie 1 logo on the box to signify it is a different toy.
*edit* -yes I understand the toys are different, just speaking in terms of "in-movie"
Posted by o.supreme on January 4th, 2019 @ 11:14am CST
Sabrblade wrote:That's the newer Optimus. Bright red and correct-looking chest. The older one had dark red and an inaccurate-looking chest.
darn...thanks for the confirmation though. So, I guess there is no chance that Jetfire can combine with SS-05? I mean I know it has it's flaws, but it is from the 2nd film after all. Then again, was there really any changes in Prime between Movie 1 and Movie 2, I never thought so...they probably just slapped the movie 1 logo on the box to signify it is a different toy.
*edit* -yes I understand the toys are different, just speaking in terms of "in-movie"
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002504)
Posted by william-james88 on January 4th, 2019 @ 1:02pm CST
Sadly there is no chance it combines with the previous one. And in movie, there was no difference between prime's design from the first to seconds film. That means this new prime works for both and thus the previous Prime is rendered obsolete. I sold mine already since it felt absolutely worthless in my collection.
Posted by william-james88 on January 4th, 2019 @ 1:02pm CST
o.supreme wrote:Sabrblade wrote:That's the newer Optimus. Bright red and correct-looking chest. The older one had dark red and an inaccurate-looking chest.
darn...thanks for the confirmation though. So, I guess there is no chance that Jetfire can combine with SS-05? I mean I know it has it's flaws, but it is from the 2nd film after all. Then again, was there really any changes in Prime between Movie 1 and Movie 2, I never thought so...they probably just slapped the movie 1 logo on the box to signify it is a different toy.
*edit* -yes I understand the toys are different, just speaking in terms of "in-movie"
Sadly there is no chance it combines with the previous one. And in movie, there was no difference between prime's design from the first to seconds film. That means this new prime works for both and thus the previous Prime is rendered obsolete. I sold mine already since it felt absolutely worthless in my collection.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002505)
Posted by o.supreme on January 4th, 2019 @ 1:09pm CST
Perfect. That's where my mind was going , glad to know despite the packaging SS-35 can be Movie 1 or 2 Prime for all intents and purposes.
Posted by o.supreme on January 4th, 2019 @ 1:09pm CST
william-james88 wrote:And in movie, there was no difference between prime's design from the first to seconds film. That means this new prime works for both and thus the previous Prime is rendered obsolete. I sold mine already since it felt absolutely worthless in my collection.
Perfect. That's where my mind was going
, glad to know despite the packaging SS-35 can be Movie 1 or 2 Prime for all intents and purposes.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002509)
Posted by Deadput on January 4th, 2019 @ 1:48pm CST
I feel like the ROTF SS Prime is actually meant to be the DOTM version where he did have actual physical changes, mostly the abs.
First 2 movies
Dotm:
Posted by Deadput on January 4th, 2019 @ 1:48pm CST
william-james88 wrote:Sadly there is no chance it combines with the previous one. And in movie, there was no difference between prime's design from the first to seconds film. That means this new prime works for both and thus the previous Prime is rendered obsolete. I sold mine already since it felt absolutely worthless in my collection.
I feel like the ROTF SS Prime is actually meant to be the DOTM version where he did have actual physical changes, mostly the abs.
First 2 movies
Dotm:
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002512)
Posted by ZeroWolf on January 4th, 2019 @ 2:13pm CST
Posted by ZeroWolf on January 4th, 2019 @ 2:13pm CST
Well we will see what the DotM leader Class version looks like
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002514)
Posted by william-james88 on January 4th, 2019 @ 2:23pm CST
ok, are you gonna get this prime and Jetfire then?
Posted by william-james88 on January 4th, 2019 @ 2:23pm CST
Rodimus Prime wrote:No, I didn't. I mixed up the new Prime with the one that already came out.william-james88 wrote:Rodimus Prime wrote:Very nice review! Love the pictures!
Initially I was going to pass on this figure, as I'm in the minority of those who like the original leader. But since I already have SS Prime, I might as well get Jetfire, if only for the combination.
You got the new 2019 ss prime? How?
ok, are you gonna get this prime and Jetfire then?
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002517)
Posted by o.supreme on January 4th, 2019 @ 2:40pm CST
Wow, that's even more frustrating than DotM Megatron. There should be literally NO reason that Movie 3 Prime is a Leader Class figure, as the design had minimal if any changes. The ONLY POSSIBLE reason I could see for it to be Leader Class is if it is incorporating the Trailer, but then that presents a whole other series of issues...
This toy was marketed as "Ultimate Class", something that currently doesn't really exist, but was bigger than the current Leader Class.
Posted by o.supreme on January 4th, 2019 @ 2:40pm CST
ZeroWolf wrote:Well we will see what the DotM leader Class version looks like
Wow, that's even more frustrating than DotM Megatron. There should be literally NO reason that Movie 3 Prime is a Leader Class figure, as the design had minimal if any changes. The ONLY POSSIBLE reason I could see for it to be Leader Class is if it is incorporating the Trailer, but then that presents a whole other series of issues...This toy was marketed as "Ultimate Class", something that currently doesn't really exist, but was bigger than the current Leader Class.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002518)
Posted by william-james88 on January 4th, 2019 @ 2:41pm CST
I am pretty sure thats what is gonna happen, he will come with a trailer.
Posted by william-james88 on January 4th, 2019 @ 2:41pm CST
o.supreme wrote:ZeroWolf wrote:Well we will see what the DotM leader Class version looks like
I am pretty sure thats what is gonna happen, he will come with a trailer.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002529)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 4th, 2019 @ 4:07pm CST
I probably won't buy the new voyager Optimus and Leader Jetfire. Most if not all the DOTM Optimuses sucked in one way or another. So if leader DOTM Optimus is a slighly modded new voyager plus a kick-ass trailer that transform into the weapon station as shown in the movie, I'll be all over it.
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 4th, 2019 @ 4:07pm CST
william-james88 wrote:o.supreme wrote:ZeroWolf wrote:Well we will see what the DotM leader Class version looks like
I am pretty sure thats what is gonna happen, he will come with a trailer.
I probably won't buy the new voyager Optimus and Leader Jetfire. Most if not all the DOTM Optimuses sucked in one way or another. So if leader DOTM Optimus is a slighly modded new voyager plus a kick-ass trailer that transform into the weapon station as shown in the movie, I'll be all over it.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002531)
Posted by ZeldaTheSwordsman on January 4th, 2019 @ 4:15pm CST
Posted by ZeldaTheSwordsman on January 4th, 2019 @ 4:15pm CST
o. supreme, while the Ultimate Optimus set is larger than a modern Leader, there are some important things to keep in mind:
The nominally Voyager cab is larger than standard DOTM-onward Voyagers..
...And even so, the trailer is monstrously oversize for the cab (it actually sizes better with the ROTF Leader-class cab!)
On top of that, the trailer has a crapton of extra mass to it.
Size comparison.
So yes, you couldn't do a Voyager cab plus a trailer the size of the Ultimate Optimus one as a modern Leader-class figure. But you wouldn't need to because both the cab and trailer are oversize compared to modern Voyagers like SS Optimus anyway. I think there is just about room to squeeze in the Voyager Optimus cab and a proportionate trailer at the Leader size class.
The nominally Voyager cab is larger than standard DOTM-onward Voyagers..
...And even so, the trailer is monstrously oversize for the cab (it actually sizes better with the ROTF Leader-class cab!)
On top of that, the trailer has a crapton of extra mass to it.
Size comparison.
So yes, you couldn't do a Voyager cab plus a trailer the size of the Ultimate Optimus one as a modern Leader-class figure. But you wouldn't need to because both the cab and trailer are oversize compared to modern Voyagers like SS Optimus anyway. I think there is just about room to squeeze in the Voyager Optimus cab and a proportionate trailer at the Leader size class.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002541)
Posted by Skritz on January 4th, 2019 @ 4:51pm CST
Posted by Skritz on January 4th, 2019 @ 4:51pm CST
While I don't collect movie figures, I'm quite tempted to get DOTM Megatron as I (somehow) liked that design and the Leader figure seems pretty damn solid. Is he worth it as a stand alone pick up?
Also do we have any clues if The Fallen himself will receive a Studio Series figure?
Also do we have any clues if The Fallen himself will receive a Studio Series figure?
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002553)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on January 4th, 2019 @ 5:15pm CST
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on January 4th, 2019 @ 5:15pm CST
I think the partsforming on Jetfire ended up working out really well. They have gotten much better at it lately, and now it's giving us an even more accurate Jet Optimus. It may not be entirely screen accurate, but at least it's an even closer effort that can pose.
@Skirtz, that Megatron would make a good standalone. He doesn't need anyone else!
No word on a SS Fallen figure yet.
I really enjoy the DotM Ultimate Prime, but look forward to an attempt closer to screen accurate. Flight tech yes please. with Ax.
Also, I really want the new voyager Prime to be redecoed like this so I can have an update to my favorite TF ever:
@Skirtz, that Megatron would make a good standalone. He doesn't need anyone else!
No word on a SS Fallen figure yet.
I really enjoy the DotM Ultimate Prime, but look forward to an attempt closer to screen accurate. Flight tech yes please. with Ax.
Also, I really want the new voyager Prime to be redecoed like this so I can have an update to my favorite TF ever:
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002564)
Posted by ZeldaTheSwordsman on January 4th, 2019 @ 5:33pm CST
Posted by ZeldaTheSwordsman on January 4th, 2019 @ 5:33pm CST
I wouldn't call the Studio Series Jetpower Prime more accurate. It's just as inaccurate as the ROTF Leaders' combo but in different ways. More poseable, I'll grant you. But not more accurate.
The original could probably have had the poseability granted by partsforming if it wasn't for the fact that Jetfire's hips had to support the weight of a big fat battery box that uses AA batteries. I would love to get my hands on the smeghead in Hasbro's marketing department who mandated that Leader-class figures not only have electronics but that those electronics be powered strictly by AA batteries.
The original could probably have had the poseability granted by partsforming if it wasn't for the fact that Jetfire's hips had to support the weight of a big fat battery box that uses AA batteries. I would love to get my hands on the smeghead in Hasbro's marketing department who mandated that Leader-class figures not only have electronics but that those electronics be powered strictly by AA batteries.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002565)
Posted by Deadput on January 4th, 2019 @ 5:43pm CST
Like there could ever be an accurate version of the Jetpower Prime that also transforms into Jetfire, he literally wraps around Prime in the film.
Ignoring the Jetfire parts themselves look at Thickimus Prime over here, his proportions change.
Posted by Deadput on January 4th, 2019 @ 5:43pm CST
ZeldaTheSwordsman wrote:I wouldn't call the Studio Series Jetpower Prime more accurate. It's just as inaccurate as the ROTF Leaders' combo but in different ways. More poseable, I'll grant you. But not more accurate.
Like there could ever be an accurate version of the Jetpower Prime that also transforms into Jetfire, he literally wraps around Prime in the film.
Ignoring the Jetfire parts themselves look at Thickimus Prime over here, his proportions change.
Re: New Images and Preorders Open for Studio Series Leaders Megatron and Jetfire (2002571)
Posted by Rodimus Prime on January 4th, 2019 @ 5:59pm CST
Posted by Rodimus Prime on January 4th, 2019 @ 5:59pm CST
In that shot he still has parts of Jetfire on him, that's why he looks that way. The only parts he lost were the thrusters and wings.
