Via X-Transbots Weibo we have our first look at the colored protype of X-Transbots Herald (Masterpiece Scaled G1 Crosscut).
Similar to the original G1 Skids mold which was repainted into E-Hobby Crosscut (based on a Diaclone variant), X-Transbots brings us a smart remold and repaint of their Masterpiece scaled Savant/Skids into Crosscut. The new deco looks great and inspired by the G1 Crosscut toy. The new head is a great homage to the original toy too. From what we can see from the images, the weapons and accessories are the same that came with Savant.
Interested in this new release? Check the mirrored images on this news post and then join to the ongoing discussion on the 2005 Boards!
jackisking
This is probably taller. Takara's is the shortest carbot.
SunBlack
How does Herald compare with Takara MP? I mean, which is taller?
Nemesis Compactor
Picked up the Autobot Ambassador. He's surprisingly small, but a nice figure
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Checking his busy schedule
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Time to meet with the representative from Deathsaurus' faction
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Really need pick up his definitely not romantically interested body guard, Road Rage
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nomolos
Is it possible to mistransform the arms for a more toy look on the shoulders?
cultofkraken
Will do!!
ChromeMagnus
Keep us posted on how your order turns out.
ILoveLuci4
Herald is fantastic, and worth the original price.
cultofkraken
I just placed the order and now it’s temp out of stock. Maybe they were just trying to get rid of the stock? We’ll see. I’ve ordered from Toy House Store lots and they’re reliable so we’ll see.
xueyue2
Maybe it's using a different name, the cheapest I found on Aliexpress is still above 80 USD
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ChromeMagnus
Can you post the link?
Did you receive the item already or just placed the order?
cultofkraken
Just got Herald on Ali Express for 74.88 CAD or 59.87 USD. That’s after shipping. Pretty darn good deal.
ChromeMagnus
Good news for those looking for a reissue.
Unclebilly has a better deal on Herald plus free shipping and no sales tax.
Transformation X-Transbots MX-17H Heral,In stock!
cultofkraken
Thanks for the heads up!
ChromeMagnus
Herald is $75 shipped from Uncle Billy. Currently the best deal anywhere.
Transformation X-Transbots MX-17H Heral,In stock!
Digger
It honestly might be worth it just removing the clasps entirely. Certainly not ideal since it’s a good look and concept, but would remove the hinderance.
Erwin
not sure if anyone already replied, but both Savant and Taiho have a hard time keeping those upper arms tabbed in when you display him. I find it mildly annoying but as they do hold in a pose I’m fine with it..
Junkmech
Thanks for saying it for me, oops!
Pun-3X
They gave him the replacement part. The latest pics show the fix on both sides–he's just holding his old broken door.
ChromeMagnus
Keep us posted.