Blitz-Wing
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Hard to believe that it's been 7 years since Transformers: Animated rolled out onto Cartoon Network. For three seasons, this US produced series brought a new spin on the Transformers universe. While the art stylings were controversial to some, the series did an admiarable job of tying in the TF multiverse to keep all fan bases happy. Sadly, Hasbro and Cartoon Network dissolved their relationship. Worse yet, only 2 of the 3 seasons were ever commercially released before the 2 entites went their separate ways. Finally, Shout Factory is filling the void by offering the complete series in one DVD set.
The DVD set is in the form of 6 DVDs packaged in one standard sized case. The cover is somewhat vanilla, with well known stock images of the Autobots laced around the front. Be warned, this is a theme with the packaging overall. Each season's DVDs (2 per season) are color coded, with one character featured on each disc (the 5 core Autobots of the series plus Starscream). The left inner jacket contains an episode listing while the right inner jacket has another Autobot group shot.
The set is true to it's word as far as standard content. Every episode, from the 3-part pilot to the season 3 finale is represented. The sound quality is also there, with the audio being coded in Dolby Digital. However, those who don't utilize English as a primary language will be disappointed to know that the set is only in English, with no subtitles or dubs. Also disappointing is that every DVD uses the same root title screen. Users can pick PLAY ALL or EPISODES. On the subject of extras, here is the bonus content that is included with this set:
Audio commentary on the episodes "Garbage In, Garbage Out" and "Transwarped"
That's it. Where the original season sets offered galleries, the complete series offers audio commentary that (in the case of Garbage In Garbage Out) was already featured. That becomes awkward considering the fact that this DVD set is only available via Amazon.com at the price of $35.97. Consider that you can purchase Season 3 directly from Shout Factory's website for $8.99; and find the first 2 seasons relatively easy for about $4-$6 used per season; and $35.97 seems way off base.
It's great that fans of the Transformers Animated series can now enjoy all three seasons from the confort of their DVD player or computer. Fortunately, those who already own the first 2 seasons can buy Season 3 and not miss out on anything. While this complete series collection is conveniently packaged, there is nothing extra that justifies it's lofty pricepoint. I can only recommend this set for those who don't have any of the series on media yet and want the convenience of buying it without a hunt.
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Got tired of Transformers overall. Pretty much sold off my entire collection and just reminisce with show marathons now and then. Seeing what has been coming out from AOE has solidified my choice to escape the TF universe.
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Target Tracy: 1xTF:P Arcee, 1xTF:P Ratchet, 3x 2x TF:P KnockOut, 3x 2x TF:P HotShot
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Walmart N Modesto: 1x TFP Voyager Megatron, 1x TFP voyager Optimus, 2x TFP Wheeljack, 2x TFP Cliffjumper, 4x TFP BB
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TRU Hayward: 1x TFP Voyager Optimus, 4x TFP BB, 1x TFP Cliffjumper. Also had Bot Shots and Cyberverse
TRU Stockton: 3x TFP Deluxe Wheeljack, 3x TFP Deluxe Cliffjumper, several TFP BB, also had Bot Shots and Cyberverse
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Combiners without proper fists is like a kick in the nuts. Why is it so hard to include peg-on fists anymore?
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Target Tracy: Over a dozen HA Leadfoot, plus fresh waves of Gen figures
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Target Lathrop: 1x Ultimate OP, 4x Autobot Ark, 1x Gen Warpath
TRU Modesto: 4x 3x MP Rodimus
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Target Lathrop: 2x Gen Thundercracker, 1x Gen Wheeljack, 1x Gen Warpath
K-Mart Manteca: 3x Leader Ironhide, 4x Fireburst OP, 1x Voyagrr Sentinel Prime
TJ Maxx Manteca: 1x RTS Lugnut
TJ Maxx Modesto: 1x RTS Strafe, 2x RTS Lugnut
Target W Modesto: 1x Gen Warpath
TRU Modesto: 4x Fireburst OP, 1x Gen Thundercracker, 1x Gen Warpath
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Target Tracy: 2x Gen Wheeljack, 1x Gen Thundercracker, 1x Gen Warpath, 2x DOTM Fireburst OP, 2x Voyager Sentinel Prime
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Lugnut and Strafe for sure. If you can swing it, great. If not, no worries. I keep forgetting to check TJ Maxx.
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Shiiiit! I was just in Stockton Saturday! :doh
Would it be too much trouble to pick both up for me and we can hook up? I'll pay cash and maybe something extra for time :bounce
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Target Tracy: Target exclusives Bumblebee (yes, another repaint :doh), Arcee (ROTF repaint), Jazz and Space Case. Only one Space Case, but a bunch of the others.
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Walmart W Modesto: 1x Leader class Ironhide
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Target Livermore: Ratchet & Starscream voyager exclusive
Walmart Livermore: Laserbeak, Nitro BB, Thundercracker and Mudflap
Target San Ramon: Ratchet and Starscream voyager exclusive
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HA Tailpipe, HA Whirl and DOTM Thundercracker (but no Laserbeak)
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Walmart Tracy: Dlx Optimus, Racing BB and Racing Sideswipe in abundance
K-Mart Ceres: 2x HA Daredevil Set
Walmart Ceres: 4x HA Roadbuster
Target N Modesto: 2x Nitro BB, 2x Mudflap
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Target Tracy: Major Cars 2 reset, no DOTM up
Walmart Tracy: No reset
Target Lathrop: Were busy setting up for Cars 2, but had DOTM figures still in cases on the floor.
Kmart Manteca: No reset, but spotted Optimus and Megatron Cyberverse playsets in the clearance aisle??
Walmart Manteca: Full DOTM assortment, but no HA Cyberverse or playsets
Target Manteca: Resetting aisles and endcap
Target W Modesto: Reset for Cars 2, but no DOTM to be found :wtf
Walmart W Modesto: no reset
TRU Modesto: Full line of DOTM available, missing Crankcase and Skyhammer
Target N Modesto: Big Cars 2 reset, but not one TF to be found, not even old stock
Walmart N Modesto: No reset
Target Riverbank: I see a trend forming here...
Kmart Ceres: Lots of resetting, but no TFs in sight
Walmart Ceres: Sporadic reset, no Leader class or anything smaller than Deluxe in sight.
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Walmart San Leandro: End cap full of DOTM Optimus Prime preview packs @ $7.99/E
TRU Hayward: Ample supply of DOTM Optimus Prime preview packs @ $9.99/E
TRU Dublin: Same as TRU Hayward
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Target Livermore: 1x RTS Jazz, 2x RTS Tracks, 2x RTS Optimus, 1x RTS Wreck Gar, 1x RTS Perceptor, 5x RTS BB
Walmart Livermore: 1x RTS Jazz, 1x RTS BB
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Target Tracy: 1x RTS Tracks, 1x RTS Wreck Gar, 2x RTS Reflector, 3x RTS Optimus, 6x RTS BB
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Target Lathrop: 1x RTS Tracks, 2x RTS Jazz, 4x RTS BB, 3X RTS Perceptor, 2x RTS Optimus, 1x RTS Wreck Gar
Target Riverbank: 1x RTS Tracks, 1x RTS Jazz, 1x RTS Wreck Gar, 3x RTS Optimus, 6x RTS BB
Target N Modesto: 1x RTS Tracks, 1x RTS Jazz, 1x RTS Perceptor, 1x RTS Wreck Gar, 2x RTS Optimus, 2x RTS BB
TRU Modesto: 2x RTS Jazz, 2x RTS Tracks, 3x RTS Optimus, 4x RTS BB, 1x RTS Perceptor
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Target Lathrop: 1 each RTS Tracks, Jazz and BB
Target Manteca: 1x RTS Optimus, 1x RTS BB
To Anyone Who Has Recently Used TFSource...
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Long time no post. Anyhow, I have recently been getting back into the TF scene with Combiner Wars. Placed an order with TFSource about a week ago on their sale. I got the product just fine and the charge went through. However, today I find that the debit card I used has been phished and my bank shut the card down (I love my bank, they're so proactive). Turns out some out of country ISP provider tried to slip a $130 charge on my card. There were other transactions pending but the bank shut them down. Working on a claim to get the $130 charge reversed.
After reviewing my statement, the only trigger I could see was my TFSource purchase. Everything else has been local. If you have purchased from them lately, check your statements and make sure nothing unusual is on there.