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Machine Wars Sound Unboxing & Review, Throwback Thursday, Larkin's Lair

I got this pre-ordered. Really excited for this one.

My review of Earthrise Cliffjumper.

There's a certain charm these old handheld games have with me. Can't wait to get this.

Not sure if this is news but these were recently revealed and I found them at Target in Honolulu.

Transformers Earthrise Modulator Ironworks WFC-E8 Review, Larkin's Lair

I'm certain what were are used to has gone down over the years and my theory is around these 2 factors. 1. Toy safety regulatory compliance. Plastics we had as kids seems to last longer over the years. I doubt any of the current stuff will age in 30+ years as well as G1 plastic. https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/toys-from-the-seventies-and-eighties-could-be-poisoning-your-children-10125415.html 2. Hasbro environmental commitments. They go beyond packaging and goes into manufacturing process and sourcing of materials. I have feeling the use of pins over screws is a part of this. As a customizer I hate the use of pins but I see it done more and more. https://csr.hasbro.com/en-us/environmental-sustainability Honestly I don't see it getting better for collectors as major toy companies shift to being more green beyond packaging but even in materials. For example what would the quality of Legos be like if they are pant based plastic? I don't know, but I'm sure they won't have the longevity of vintage toys if they are designed to be biodegradable. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/08/31/business/energy-environment/lego-plastic-denmark-environment-toys.html I think the future for collectors may be 3P. As a parent I think it's all good knowing they are taking these initiatives.

Very cool, but I think I will just turn the existing one I got into a Decepticon.

My review of Earthrise Starscream. Love this figure

It’s an awesome figure. Love the little stampings and all the Autobots on them. Best of luck in your hunts

My review of Earthrise Wheeljack. I love all the little details added in the sponsor stamps on this figure.

My review of Earthrise Grapple.

Very cool. I've come to the acceptance that classes are price point categorization more than a size categorization.

Hahah yeah what’s the saying? Go big or go home