Sidecutter of our 2005 Boards has passed on to us some information from one of his suppliers regarding the upcoming Takara-Tomy Movie Masterpiece Bumblebee, being released domestically in the US as Battle Ops Bumblebee. As you may recall, this toy was originally seen at Cybertron Con in China sporting a gold paint job. He subsequently was seen at Chara Hobby in a more accurate yellow color scheme.
According to the information that Sidecutter has passed along, much like previous Masterpiece releases, Movie Masterpiece Bumblebee will have two releases – a version painted yellow to match the Movie character will be releases in Japan, while Hong Kong will get the less accurate but rather cool looking shiny gold finish version.
Naturally, you might want to wait for some more information to confirm this is what is happening, however given the past trend for their to be variant “Asia editions” for the Masterpiece series there seems to be no reason to doubt that this is why we have seen two different international releases for this toy.
G1-LORD GANGSTA
Some how this bayformer found its way into G1 episode golden lagoon wannabee shouldnt bee bumblebee.
Digilaut
I think I actually like the gold/metallic yellow one better. Bee's car is pretty shiny, so don't think I'd mind him a bit shiny.
Like Masterpiece Movie Starscream though..I don't think I want to pay more for the better figure..the difference doesn't justify it for me..and in this case, I'm not even sure I want this figure, since I already own the HA one..
collectthem
I really dont undertand why people go out of their way so say dumb shit. If your not intrested, why even bother?
Sidecutter
Yes, the North American version is Battle Ops BB. I don't really blame sellers in Japan for not really knowing if a US release is actually on shelves.
daelite20
and life goes on…..
Hollywood Hoist
Will stores like BBTS carry the Hong Kong exclusive? Also is the North American one the actual Battle Ops BB, because the phrasing makes it sound like the North American one hasn't been released.
Emperor Zarak
All I have to say is Meh.
garibaldiprime
Id still rather the non gold one.
Sidecutter
Just got the following info regarding Battle Ops/MP Bumblebee in an e-mail from one of my suppliers. This explains why we've seen three versions, and which one goes where: