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Transformers Revenge of the Fallen Leader Class Megatron Review

Our review today covers one of the more neglected stocks in the ROTF line. But dont its semi-pegwarmer status fool you, this bot literally has more than meets the hype (or lack thereof). Ever since his reigns on cybertron, to his famous "Such heroic nonsense" lines to his radar screen readings in revenge if the fallen that made a lot of know it all film critics act like gods, Megatron has been the benchmark bad guy in the transformers universe. He may not sell as much toys as prime did, but his sleek and calculating persona always lands a soft spot on kids and geeks alike.





Unlike the first movie, Megatron is of a semi supporting role in Revenge of the Fallen. But Aesthetics wise, Megatron has improved. Not only from his MBE persona, but also from his previous leader class incarnation (Regular and Premium Combined). The Main body is also well proportioned and better than the stubby TFTM Counterpart.



As for the gimmicks, It has the usual leader class sound and light effects, but unlike the first one which only produces sounds, this one has one dialog which says "I....am.....MEGATRON!" The chest also has the moving palte "Mech Alive" Gimmick and Blinking red LEDs on the Chest and Face Area, The left arm is small, being built to using other decepticons' parts. However this can be remedied by using VC demolishor as its left hand (Thanks to the cybph forums for this heads up). The right hand is big, can have multiple weapon set ups (A claw, A Launcher and a blade), however it lacks ample articulation.



Instead of an unexplanable Alien Jet, This time around, Megatron transforms to a more awesome Cybertronian tank. Come to think of it, most of his non gun alternate toy modes are usually tanks (Sometimes its an alien spaceship or a Helicopter though). The Tank is Huge! It also has a solid built. The tank has a bit od a similarity with TFA Voyager Class Shockwave.




Overall a great buy, Though I still havent bought The ROTF Prime, This megatron still has more spunk and "Angas Factor" than the Leader Class Protagonist. Even though I'd had to get prime because of the jetfire combination, If I were to gauge between prime and megs, provided prime is not rare then I'll choose ROTF Megatron in a heartbeat. Plus, Unlike Prime which has a brittle chest part, Megs is as solid as a rock and durable as well for long hours of play.

Pros:

Better looking
Awesome well proportioned Bayformer robot. Even with the bayformer Concept, it still pushes through
Bigger size than the Previous Leader Class Megs
Tank Mode is Awesome
Big Gun

Cons:
Small Left Hand
Un Articulated Right Hand
Instead of a blinking light, It would be more appreciated if they have a feature that will be able to turn the red light on meg's face and chest.


Size Comparison with the other Megatrons (TFTM LC, Animated and MP-05)

Overall Grade: 9 out of 10


With his Buddies, Starscream and the Fallen.

Nike X Transformers ROTF

Last week in NYC, while looking for kicks, I came across several tf inspired nike products.

Nike and Transformers had always been in collab since the first film with the nikefree Prime and Megatron as well as the G1 Inspired shoe designs of soundwave, bumblebee etc. This time, they released the ROTF line.

Here is the Nike Dunk X Optimus Prime I saw displayed in various footlocker and footaction stores, One of the 3 Rotf Collaboration shoes (with Bumblebee Air Max 95 and Megatron CB34). The designs are of acquired taste, however the sizes are for kids/ women only. Sad but that's how Nike has been even in their p2 designs.


The Shoes are not the only ones with the transformers collab, There are also accompaniying shirts. Pics here taken from Niketown Trump Tower. Sadly, like the shoes, they also come in Kids sizes.

Bumblebee

Optimus Prime

Megatron (But the design looks a lot made for starscream)

Overall, its nice to see nike is doing crossover products and this time at a non limited edition price. Too bad its only kids sizes, but its good for collectors and sneakerheads alike.

Transformers Revenge of the Fallen Deluxe Class Skids Review

TFTM Revenge of the Fallen Autobot Skids

"Skids is the brother to the Autobot Mudflap. Mudflap is very hyperactive, while Skids believes himself to be the smarter of the two and tries to come across as mature, but nevertheless appears unable to keep quiet."



Of all the ROTF releases, this is the one I am awaiting the most. Not only because of the cool neon green paintjob, but also the yoda esque cuteness of this bayformer character. And yes, he is not insect like. More of ewok like. He also has a twin brother named mudflap.

This pair of twins could give the lamborghini brothers and the TFA jets a run for their money in the popularity game



Skids has a lot of kibble in the back, and it is hard to flip back the windshield kibble as stated in the manual.

His height is also disappointing as it is just as tall as an tfa activator. Maybe him being 11'4 short has something to so with it. Yao Ming and Nate Robinson standing on top of each other would logically be taller than this autobot.



Skids has 2 special features, the punching action and the movable armor. The movable armor shows detail in the chest area and is kind of cool. He has a bigger right hand while his brother has a bigger left.

But that's just it, no weapon or other gadget available.



The punching feature allows the hands to extend out. But not much as say... tftm stockade.




The transformation is a bit complicated, all the inner swivel and joints are a bit stiff to move therefore it is hard to compress it back to. vehicle mode. The good thing here is that the paint is so durable that it stays. there even with the amount of handling, fiddling and scratching to be done while transforming it back.

Whats also disappointing is that the instruction manual does not show where to place the crotch in alt mode.



Skids transforms to a chevrolet beat concept car, a compact hatchback car like a toyota echo or a honda jazz. This is the main reason why it looks small in vehicle mode when paired with the other ROTF Deluxe.


Pros
Cool Neon Green color and mint green body color
Detailed head
Cool Hands
great decal job
will be better than the ice cream truck

Cons

Hard to transform
Extremely disappointing height
Lots of back kibble



Overall 6/10

Final verdict:
Get the robot replica or wait for the human alliance. At least that one has megan fox and arcee.

Philippine Launching of the Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Toys

Start: May 30, '09
Location: Atrium, Building A, SM Megamall

Cybertron Philippines will kick off the Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen promotions by launching the TF:ROTF toys on May 30, 2009 (Saturday) at the Atrium, Building A, SM Megamall.

We will post details here asap.

What we know so far.
1) There will be no price increase for Deluxes and Leader Class. Deluxes will stay at P700 at Leader Class still remains at P3,000

2) There will be a wide assortment of ROTF toys during the launch.

3) Gifts with purchase will still be present

4) Three (3) chances to get major TFs and ROTF prizes.

5) Winners of the Customized Transformers Toy Contest will be announced during the event. The entries will be put on display. Exclusive Items and Official Hasbro Trophies will be up for grabs.

more will be revealed soon! So please mark your calendars!


Sa mga hoarders: J*E, C*mic All*y mahiya naman kayo