Zenotron
Jan 15 2005, 06:12 PM
Hi! Does anybody know if they're already out yet? I have'nt heard anything yet about them being out. Thanks!
Taz-bot
Jan 15 2005, 06:14 PM
There out but there hard to find.
Steevy Maximus
Jan 15 2005, 06:49 PM
The Dinobot set has been out since November (in fact, mine are only three feet away from me). But because of the wonky distribution due to Christmas, and the immense desire for these and Wing Saber, the second Powerlinx mega assortment really hasn't hit hard. I suspect that this set (like Shockblast) will become more plentiful as stores restock after Christmas.
I wrote a lengthy review of the set which can be viewed here:
http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/the-transformers573.html
Hotspot17
Jan 15 2005, 07:13 PM
Need....Grimlock and Swoop....NOW!!!
Can't wait!!!
Zenotron
Jan 15 2005, 07:29 PM
I can't find Wingsaber either.
Taz-bot
Jan 15 2005, 07:32 PM
QUOTE (Hotspot17 @ Jan 15 2005, 10:58 PM)
Need....Grimlock and Swoop....NOW!!!
Can't wait!!!

I feel your pain.
Taz-bot
Jan 15 2005, 07:34 PM
QUOTE (Zenotron @ Jan 15 2005, 11:14 PM)
I can't find Wingsaber either.
I found him in a Meijers in Indiana. Are from the state or near it?
Zenotron
Jan 15 2005, 08:17 PM
I live in Los Angeles, California.
Taz-bot
Jan 15 2005, 08:19 PM
QUOTE (Zenotron @ Jan 16 2005, 12:02 AM)
I live in Los Angeles, California.
In that case, why not try some websites for Wingsaber.
Nevermore
Jan 16 2005, 02:13 AM
QUOTE (Steevy Maximus @ Jan 16 2005, 06:34 AM)
The Dinobot set has been out since November (in fact, mine are only three feet away from me).
Sorry to correct you, but the first sighting dates back to October.
Quickshift
Jan 16 2005, 07:33 AM
The set started as a good idea, but as
BWTF.com's review says, they feel/look cheap and rushed. They're just not "refined" like other releases... joints are loose, sculpting is sub-par, paint is sloppy, etc. Definitely one where the pics are better than the product.
Bluavenger
Jan 16 2005, 08:18 AM
I agree with Quickshift. I bought them. I had them for a total of 2 days and resold them. I wasn't impressed nor did they feel all that well built. They actually felt like KO cheap plastic to me. My opinion I can't believe I wasted the money. But take it for what it's worth. Like I always say see what you think for yourself.
AutobotMaximal
Jan 16 2005, 10:02 AM
I think they're a pretty nice set to have. They aren't as heavy as the G1 versions, sure. But, they're a nice change up in the middle of Energon. I just wish they would make a few more Dinos.
Steevy Maximus
Jan 16 2005, 11:51 AM
QUOTE (Nevermore @ Jan 16 2005, 05:58 AM)
QUOTE (Steevy Maximus @ Jan 16 2005, 06:34 AM)
The Dinobot set has been out since November (in fact, mine are only three feet away from me).
Sorry to correct you, but the first sighting dates back to October.
Okay, they've been out in bulk (for whatever that term is worth) since November

And Quickshift, I have to dissagree on a couple points, paint apps, joints, and plastic quality don't feel any worse to me than any other Energon release.
I will readily agree that the set does feel rushed, which is unfortunate as Cybertron is set to have a Beast planet that these would have been at home in, and would have given more time to refine the molds.
As I said in my review, these guys are worth $20 for the set, but not really worth any headache or financial strain to get them.
cefurox
Jan 16 2005, 11:49 PM
I have only seen one set, and I bought it for me. I was hoping that after I saw it, others would pop up all around and I could help some people out who wanted it but couldn't get it, but so far that hasn't happened.
Legion's Tongue
Jan 17 2005, 12:14 AM
It would also help if Grimlock were taller. He's a slaggin' dinosaur! Meh, I bought the set anyway. I saw one set before the purchise, and one after. They are pretty rare still...
JustLOKIPLVY
Jan 17 2005, 02:29 AM
I haven't come across these guys as of yet, and I haven't had a lot of motivation to search them out, but if I did come across them eventially and the price was decent I'd probably pick up a set. My real priority now is finding Wingsaber and while everyone from Landmine to Mirage is warming shelves I haven't been able to find Wingsaber anywhere. Interesting to see I'm not the only one having difficulty though my hopes are Hasbro releases more in the dead time between now and when Cybertron is released.
sertile
Jan 17 2005, 08:51 AM
I've been actively searching for a Grimlock & Swoop for months now! I've also yet to see a Wing Saber, but I don't really want one. I finally found Windcharger and Swindle, though, which gives me some hope for the future.
Emperor Megatron
Jan 17 2005, 08:56 AM
There are several figures that are hard to find. Particularly figures that are bigger than Basic and Deluxe.
Keep checking stores, January is the month when stores restock after the Christmas season, so new figures should be showing up (hopefully).
Galzamus
Jan 17 2005, 01:29 PM
I know I'm skipping on these guys.. hmm.. maybe if I get a good look at them in package at a store sometime..
Mathewbot
Jan 17 2005, 01:35 PM
I live in Denver, and I've had a hard time finding either Wing Saber or the Grimlock/Swoop set. I do a store tour of Target/K-Mart & TRU pretty much weekly, and have not seen either of them EVER.
I hope the next few Energon figures aren't all this difficult to find, especially the Starscream and Inferno repaints (yay! an Energon Grapple!).
Zenotron
Jan 17 2005, 03:06 PM
QUOTE (Quickshift @ Jan 16 2005, 09:18 AM)
The set started as a good idea, but as
BWTF.com's review says, they feel/look cheap and rushed. They're just not "refined" like other releases... joints are loose, sculpting is sub-par, paint is sloppy, etc. Definitely one where the pics are better than the product.
I'll go check em out and see for myself.
Ace
Jan 17 2005, 04:49 PM
QUOTE (Zenotron @ Jan 15 2005, 10:02 PM)
I live in Los Angeles, California.
WAHAHAHAHHHAHAHAAHAAAA...
I'm in the Valley. I never saw E Ultra Magnus, E Unicron, or who knows how many others. The only E combiner component I've found yet is Duststorm.
Good luck.
Taz-bot
Jan 17 2005, 05:12 PM
QUOTE (Zenotron @ Jan 17 2005, 06:51 PM)
QUOTE (Quickshift @ Jan 16 2005, 09:18 AM)
The set started as a good idea, but as
BWTF.com's review says, they feel/look cheap and rushed. They're just not "refined" like other releases... joints are loose, sculpting is sub-par, paint is sloppy, etc. Definitely one where the pics are better than the product.
I'll go check em out and see for myself.
Smart idea.
There's more good comments about Grimlock and Swoop, then their is bad.
Zenotron
Jan 17 2005, 06:15 PM
QUOTE (Ace @ Jan 17 2005, 06:34 PM)
QUOTE (Zenotron @ Jan 15 2005, 10:02 PM)
I live in Los Angeles, California.
WAHAHAHAHHHAHAHAAHAAAA...
I'm in the Valley. I never saw E Ultra Magnus, E Unicron, or who knows how many others. The only E combiner component I've found yet is Duststorm.
Good luck.
Actuly, I've seen all the latest Energon toys at the Target in the Pasadena area.
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