It’s Unicron! Run! Via Gizmodo website we can share a new Haslab War For Cybertron Unicron Transformation Video for your viewing pleasure!
Takara Tomy designer Takashi Kunihiro, wearing an elegant tuxedo for the occasion, transforms Unicron gray prototype from planet to robot mode. A very clever and interesting transformation; and not as complicated as we could expect; inspired in what we saw in the classic Transformers Movie from 1986.
Not much left to say, check the video here and an extensive gallery of screencaps after the jump. then sound off your impressions on the 2005 Boards!
Update: You can also check the video via the Haslab Unicron Crowdfunding page and the official Transformers YouTube account.
Redog75
That’s what I had inferred when the pictures were posted on Seibertron. That’s double the depth of most shelving or glass displays lol. Depending on how much clearance is wanted between the front of the display and the front of the planet mode I’m guestimating 36x36x36” for the display. That is pretty massive. I don’t really want something sticking out 3 feet from the wall haha. I hope they give us exact measurements during production.
One idea I had was a 36” deep, 36” high, and 5’ long display. Similar to counter displays in many stores, but higher up. At least 3’ off the ground. Use this to create a huge diorama with Unicron and other WFC releases, especially chapter 3. I’m torn though. I would like Unicron to be more of a centrepiece. In a display I can access easily to take him out from time to time to play with and transform lol.
Plenty of time to ponder it and see what others are doing.
yvk2000
Actually, that’s the one measurement they failed to provide. But yes, if the drawing is properly scaled, total depth (incl. the slightly protruding teeth) should be around 24”.
DPrime83
I've just been looking at those measurements above. Oh my, all my plans have gone out of the window for where/how to display him.
Those thinking of shelving ideas bear in mind you're going to need a 2 foot deep shelf. My current mp collection is shelved with a 16 inch depth. I think the old TV stand is a better way to go now. I like the ideas of a custom glass topped display stand idea but I'm not sure the wife would be as understanding at some of the prices I've seen on here.
Great discussion topic too.
4249david
Ah! Makes sense now. Context is everything!
To be fair, an upsized reinforced version of that would actually look pretty cool – holding Unicron by his stand, or pretty much anything else you'd care to have it hold in fact
fschuler
I was half-jokingly suggesting the use of an articulating arm to hold Unicron that is aesthetically similar to that shown holding the Inspector’s sledgehammer.
4249david
Care to explain?
fschuler
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lordsmurf
Well, if 20 lbs is the edge of the weight range, it's not really a good idea. Now something made to hold 40 will hold 20 without problem. But you still have potential issues with weight distribution, potential issues with Unicron wanting to roll off and onto the floor..
If I were doing a custom wall-mount, I'd go so far as to rip off drywall, build foot-sized (bot mode) shelves mounted against the studs, while (mostly) hiding the shelf supports, and then re-drywall/spackle/paint the area. I'd not screw around with a 20-30 lbs $625+ item. The shelf would hold bulk of weight, and then some sort of custom mount would further secure it to the wall. He would not move, even if I beat on the wall.
I think a lot of people should keep this guy on the floor, floor shelf of shelving unit, an old-school CRT TV stand, a short dresser, etc. I just don't think mounting it from a wall, the ceiling, etc — especially in planet mode — will end well.
I know we'll see "OMG, my Unicron fell and broke" posts from bad displaying.
Takaratron
If something like this could be used, it saves a lot of time and effort on a custom job.
Packing Station Monitor Arm H-7605 – Uline
And you know it's built to hold 20lbs and would allow some posing in either mode while mounted instead of using table space.
lordsmurf
Why not just replace the stand with something custom and metal? I'd still look to put a mini-shelf (hardwood) under it for support. Well, tiny as the width x 12" deep is. It's a good idea … something I've never thought of.
Takaratron
Has anyone looked onto attaching a wall mounted tv stand to his display stand? It would include stud attachments, have a flex bar and be weight rated.
Hicks_Royel
I'd take prints of those over the slugs.
Redog75
So…the stand is approximately 24" deep.
Great shot. Better than some of the others I've seen. Thanks for sharing!
yvk2000
Not the clearest picture, but his should be everything one needs to determine the size of their display case:
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Afterburner
I'll have room for him in my case in robot mode, but planet mode is definitely going to be a challenge. It's very hard to find good large cases that provide great visibility with air tightness and easy lighting ability. Very hard, very expensive too of course.
Very likely I will wait until I get him to make any final determinations. Happy to have these challenges though.
geekatron prime
Miley Cyrus>Wrecking Ball
Unicron> hanging from ceiling
Destruction ensues from both.
lordsmurf
I don't get it.
And anyway, she's probably be too busy licking her own hairy armpits. Ew…
geekatron prime
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galvatran
Perhaps… If Miley Cyrus payed a visit.
DaFinchi
I'm just going to put mine on a low table. He's to play with not display. Easy done.