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Hasbro Masterpiece Optimus Prime
« Thread Started on Aug 8, 2012, 1:22am »
First of all, let me just say this is my first ever review, so bear with me if I might miss some things. Also, I've never owned MP10, so I might repeat some things people already know. I'll try to keep it short and simple though.

I love the box. It's a really nice display piece that manages to show off the major components of the toy and its accessories.

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It didn't take long for me to open up the thing. One thing that really struck me about this toy is how much it looks like it just stepped out of the cartoon. The colors are absolutely fantastic.

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Light our darkest hour!

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I swear, the only thing this toy was missing was a display stand with Peter Cullen reciting some of his more famous lines. Just a great representation of the classic G1 animated Prime we know.

For those who own an MP01, I'd like to point out something two things from this figure that stood out to me. First I really like how the new designers gave him much more "heroic" proportions. I don't know why, but the first time I saw promo pics of MP10, I had the impression it was a bit strange, plus his arms seemed a bit long. However, holding him in hand like this, I don't see how I ever came to those conclusions in the first place. Second, compared to MP01's much heftier weight, this newer masterpiece is indeed lighter, but that also enables him to be posed so much easier. The combination of those two really make this a standout Prime.

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The name is Prime...Optimus Prime

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Autobots! Onward to victory!

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I'm also loving the compartment to store his weapons.

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Again, the colors really make him look like he stepped out of the cartoon.

Two tests of a posable figure.

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Running into action

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High kick!

Ok, one funny thing about my Masterpiece Optimus Prime - it doesn't come with instructions! :lol I had to watch a Youtube video to figure out how to transform the guy. He does share some similarities with MP01, but I like how he's less complicated. It did feel like at certain points of the transformation, I felt like I was going to break or scratch something forcing it into place. I don't think I'll transform this guy too often.

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Autobots...transform and roll out!

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On to the trailer, Roller, and Spike.

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Wait up Optimus!

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Spike: Is it really over, Optimus? I mean, have we seen the last of this war forever?
Optimus Prime: Who can say, Spike? In this vast universe, is anything truly... forever?

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Hey Optimus, can you open the door?

Ok some observations regarding the Spike first. Seems he's too small for Prime in alt mode, and slightly too big for him in robot mode. He's perfect for Roller though. Decent enough accessory, but not something I'd consider a must have given his scaling problems.

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On to the trailer. I guess I'm sort of used to my good old G1 Prime, but man the trailer is pretty bare. Part of me wishes he came with some stickers to brighten up all the gray. I'm also disappointed he doesn't have the launcher :lol especially since Roller has the aligning posts behind him. Again, I don't think I'm going to keep him in this mode too often though, so not really that big of a deal.

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Roller, good ol reliable Roller, can't say anything bad about him, really takes me back to the classic G1 toy. Pretty much what you'd expect of him. He's also cartoon accurate. Love how he still retains his old ability to hold Prime's gun.

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I'm surprised he has a hidden compartment in the back. Not sure what it's for, but a neat feature nevertheless.

edit: It is a trailer hitch! :lol

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So in summary, while I might not really be blown away by accessories like Spike or the detailing inside the trailer, the main attraction, Optimus Prime is just a really great figure.

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For those of you who want a G1 cartoon accurate figure, this one really takes the cake. The colors are just fantastic. As many have pointed out, it really looks like he stepped out of the cartoon. G1 and Prime fans, this is an absolute must have!

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Re: Hasbro Masterpiece Optimus Prime
« Reply #1 on Aug 8, 2012, 8:17am »
very very nice review.
but really? he doesn't come with instructions!?!
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« Reply #2 on Aug 8, 2012, 8:17am »
Nice! Does the trailer have missiles that shoot?
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Re: Hasbro Masterpiece Optimus Prime
« Reply #3 on Aug 8, 2012, 11:17am »

Aug 8, 2012, 8:17am, greenlantern wrote:
very very nice review.
but really? he doesn't come with instructions!?!


Not mine anyway :P


Aug 8, 2012, 8:17am, chuckbartowski wrote:
Nice! Does the trailer have missiles that shoot?


Nope he doesn't.
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Re: Hasbro Masterpiece Optimus Prime
« Reply #4 on Aug 8, 2012, 11:25am »
the arms really are too long though. proper proportions have fully outstretched fingers touching the middle of the thigh, which led me to believe that the design intended to have the forearms onle extend from the shoulders when prime needed to bend his elbows similar to the aoshima getter gokins
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Re: Hasbro Masterpiece Optimus Prime
« Reply #5 on Aug 8, 2012, 12:23pm »

Aug 8, 2012, 11:25am, ALeX wrote:
the arms really are too long though. proper proportions have fully outstretched fingers touching the middle of the thigh, which led me to believe that the design intended to have the forearms onle extend from the shoulders when prime needed to bend his elbows similar to the aoshima getter gokins


I think the length isn't too bad, and it's sort of hidden especially when he's doing action poses.
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Re: Hasbro Masterpiece Optimus Prime
« Reply #6 on Aug 8, 2012, 12:49pm »
i love the review!!! thanks
Really love spike, i hope i can buy spike alone.hehe
PM me if you want to sell spike,joke..hehe

tnx great review!
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Re: Hasbro Masterpiece Optimus Prime
« Reply #7 on Aug 8, 2012, 12:52pm »
@victorylio

Is it pretty simple to transform though? Is there any quality issues like MP 09 Rodimus Prime?
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Re: Hasbro Masterpiece Optimus Prime
« Reply #8 on Aug 8, 2012, 4:19pm »
Great review on the Hasbro Masterpiece Optimus Prime, Victorylio.
Where were you able to acquire it from? How much is it?
Is it already available in the Philippines?

Here's a link for comparison between the Takara MP-10 and the Hasbro MP Optimus Prime:

http://bbs.actoys.net/read.php?tid-1067895.html

Which one is your choice, people?

I can't see it clearly, but are their heads different from each? Or is it just the color?




Aug 8, 2012, 12:49pm, pawwap wrote:
i love the review!!! thanks
Really love spike, i hope i can buy spike alone.hehe
PM me if you want to sell spike,joke..hehe

tnx great review!


Pawwap, Third Party Impossible Toys is on a production of a G1-Scale Spike and Sparkplug Figures. It even have wrench accessories.
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Re: Hasbro Masterpiece Optimus Prime
« Reply #9 on Aug 8, 2012, 4:36pm »
nice review bro. congrats on acquiring this one. [image]
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Re: Hasbro Masterpiece Optimus Prime
« Reply #10 on Aug 8, 2012, 4:52pm »

Aug 8, 2012, 4:19pm, arbiter0 wrote:

Aug 8, 2012, 12:49pm, pawwap wrote:
i love the review!!! thanks
Really love spike, i hope i can buy spike alone.hehe
PM me if you want to sell spike,joke..hehe

tnx great review!


Pawwap, Third Party Impossible Toys is on a production of a G1-Scale Spike and Sparkplug Figures. It even have wrench accessories.


yeah i know but i do not think that GT or other store locally have it... and i don't wanna risk buying at Ebay abroad because of our Phil custom officials. hehe

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« Reply #11 on Aug 8, 2012, 5:10pm »
Congratulations on obtaining this awesome figure. great review and pictures!
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Re: Hasbro Masterpiece Optimus Prime
« Reply #12 on Aug 8, 2012, 5:36pm »
Grrrr still cant decide whats better... I like the optic colors on Has Prime....Decisions decisions...
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« Reply #13 on Aug 8, 2012, 7:11pm »
u transformed without instructions?wow!
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Re: Hasbro Masterpiece Optimus Prime
« Reply #14 on Aug 8, 2012, 7:24pm »

Aug 8, 2012, 5:36pm, gaoJP wrote:
Grrrr still cant decide whats better... I like the optic colors on Has Prime....Decisions decisions...


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