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Lena81822 on Ebay has posted an auction for the Masterpiece Megatron Gold Version. This gold version of the Masterpiece Megatron figure is set for a release toward the end of the year in Asian markets, and sports this premium gold paint job. We’re not sure exactly what is meant to be referenced by this gold deco – our bets are it’s either “because it looks cool” or a reference to how some early comic stories, such as the UK annual story “Victory”, would sometimes color Megatron in gold rather than silver.
Whatever the reason, the gold does make Megatron look particularly regal. Check out a few in-hand pics of the robot mode after the break – the gun mode is not shown.
CometArmagon
Now if only they would sell the reflector seperatly.
hugoboss
Looks like BBTS has these in stock for those interested….
illiniguy34
It looks okay, but it's best not to touch it (like a all other MP Megatrons).
DukeFett
Have gun laws changed in Japan? They're releasing MP-05 as is, so I don't see how there'd be any issue with a new mold. TT isn't designing him for a US release so US laws don't matter.
RotorstormNZ
In-hand it looks tacky to me – it looks like it's painted rather than chromed. I'm glad there's another chance for people who want MP-05 to get him new, and those who would like a blinged-up version, but I'm happy to wait and see
Optimus Dime
If you guys think about. MP-05 is a great toy. I take my time, and have him transformed in 5 minutes or so. His tranformation in a lot of ways are like his G1 counter part.
Most don't like him because they say he breaks easy. But guys, come on. It is a toy, collectible or not. So in that alone means you have to be careful with it. Yes, he is a bit big compared to the new size of the figures. But he is still an awesome toy, I display him with my MP-04 on my top shelf. It is just him and Prime up there, and they look awesome together. And with how fast they had to make him, I think TT came through.
It would be awesome to make a new one to go with the new line/size of the MP's. But there is a lot of gun laws they have to work with now. I know one way they got around it was to make the gun way over sized. So seeing as we want him small any ways, maybe they could make the gun form itself much smaller to get around the laws again. But either way I love my original MP-05. The gold is okay, but meh, silver all the way for me.
Here is a pic.
Best Regards,
Optibotimus
As i indicated in my review, it was made possible by BBTS. They said they got some samples in and emailed me asking if i'd like to review it. It was a good way for me to revisit the figure since so many people had asked me to redo my old MP-05 review, so i said yes
Autovolt 127
Wait….It's already out? Did you buy it on Ebay or some other auction site?
Honestly I've always thought MP Megatron looked awful from the get go.
madhatprime
There's an Ebay Auction up for the Gold Mp Megatron up… $199 looks like its with the Reflector.
Takara Tomy Transformers Masterpiece MP 05g Megatron Asia Exclusive Gold New | eBay
Optibotimus
I mentioned the die cast Reflector in my review but mentioned that it was an Asia Exclusive. I confirmed with BBTS that their orders will ship with the Reflector accessory. Not sure about other reetailers, but BBTS is including it for sure.
Mixmaster
Yeah, it was designed in a ridiculously small time-frame, and I suppose it came out well considering.
Cyclonus79
If you understand the history of the MP line , you'd understand. Different designers , time frames , as well as toy tech all come into play . It was always a floppy mess though.
Mixmaster
It's not just you, nearly everybody thinks that.
cappeca
It's mistransformed.
Chaos Incarnate
That's kinda hideous. Ever noticed how gold looks nice as an accent, but when you have a whole lot of it, it just looks gaudy and garish? This guy has surpassed that.
But, for those who like the mold, and like the gold, it's a nice treat.
Deceptigtar
dude your review with that gold plastic with the swirl is deff looking to break over time, cant believe they would use that.
Optibotimus
They should all be opened and have the orange plug inserted. I'm not entirely sure why mine didn't. But i did confirm with BBTS that theirs will be sent out with the orange cap
Optibotimus
Common sense would suggest that you don't buy something you couldn't afford in the first place.
EMP Starscream
No orange plug? How can I get one?
Jus09
Electrum Pool Megatron, anyone?