Masterpiece MP-05 - Megatron Prototype First Image Revealed [Archive]

1987olds442

11-16-2006, 11:16 AM

Here is the First Image of the MP-05 Megatron Prototype.

Check it out looks pretty sweet...

http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/imagehosting/42845455c0e07a18cb.jpg
Masterpiece MP-05

http://www.actoys.net/bbs/read.php?tid=143612&uid=428

November Rain

11-16-2006, 11:18 AM

****ing awesome

November Rain

11-16-2006, 11:36 AM

is that how he's going to look in teh film?

Jochimus

11-16-2006, 01:16 PM

is that how he's going to look in teh film?

No, I'm afraid not. The TFs in the film don't look anything like traditional TFs, judging by the concept art and toy prototypes that have been leaked. Optimus Prime is VAGUELY recognizable, and that's about it.

As for this thing...*sigh*. I really don't want to have to fork over a C-note for an oversized handgun with scrawny legs, but I have feeling I'm going to, just to have someone to match up to MP-01. I'd rather he'd been a War Within-type tank, or even an Abrams, like that color sheet that was circulating a while back.

1987olds442

11-16-2006, 01:35 PM

No, I'm afraid not. The TFs in the film don't look anything like traditional TFs, judging by the concept art and toy prototypes that have been leaked. Optimus Prime is VAGUELY recognizable, and that's about it.

As for this thing...*sigh*. I really don't want to have to fork over a C-note for an oversized handgun with scrawny legs, but I have feeling I'm going to, just to have someone to match up to MP-01. I'd rather he'd been a War Within-type tank, or even an Abrams, like that color sheet that was circulating a while back.I agree a War Within would have been a better choice for bulk. Hell they could have gotten more bulk if they just went with a more modern Gun like a 50 cal. Desert Eagle. But never the less he Still Looks great... My only real grip is that the scope is a little to large.

http://pokecat.net/pics/uploads/43.jpg

nosebleed.

11-17-2006, 12:20 AM

Its just a prototype. We'll see what changes they make but MAN! I'm HYPED!!

zanos

11-20-2006, 02:31 AM

According to reports the silencer part of the gun won't be included plus the tip of the barrel will be painted orange. I wonder which transformer will get the masterpiece treatment next. I would have said Bumblebee except for the fact that VW is so against their cars being represented in such a fashion. I personally think a good candidate would be Grimlock.

1987olds442

11-20-2006, 04:05 PM

plus the tip of the barrel will be painted orange. Only the one from www.bigbadtoystore.com is going to have that. The standard version will not...

nosebleed.

11-21-2006, 12:04 AM

Well, we all know that Hasbro is going to avoid doing a version of this.

That being said, I hope the next Masterpiece is Soundwave along with his tapes.

1987olds442

11-21-2006, 05:12 PM

More pictures of MP-05 Megatron prototype...

http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/imagehosting/3947145633dc16b110.jpg

http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/imagehosting/3947145633f0698e09.jpg

muscaremy

11-21-2006, 06:10 PM

why is it in that first pic his legs look thicker....must be the angle

nosebleed.

11-21-2006, 11:19 PM

Man, he looks so badass. Let's hope for die-cast rather than too much plastic.

Orko Is King

11-22-2006, 05:08 PM

So will he be all one color as depicted or will there be some sort of paint?

nosebleed.

11-22-2006, 07:00 PM

He'll be painted most definitely. That is just the prototype...they all looked like that.

zanos

11-22-2006, 08:19 PM

Only the one from www.bigbadtoystore.com is going to have that. The standard version will not...

I have no idea what you're talking about. Every version coming into the US must be painted. It's the law.

1987olds442

11-23-2006, 09:56 AM

I have no idea what you're talking about. Every version coming into the US must be painted. It's the law.Sorry bbts is the only one that is doing that...

This a Takara/Tomy figure Japanese only toy, so it is up to the individual US saler if they want to get the modified one which is what bbts is doing... In which case this is an adult collector piece so most salers don't have to get the one with orange caps. Which may end up just being a sticker.

1987olds442

11-23-2006, 09:57 AM

http://tformers.net/i/a/g1jp/hj1206mp5.jpg

Cosmic

11-23-2006, 02:15 PM

That looks awesome.

zanos

11-23-2006, 04:31 PM

Sorry bbts is the only one that is doing that...

This a Takara/Tomy figure Japanese only toy, so it is up to the individual US saler if they want to get the modified one which is what bbts is doing... In which case this is an adult collector piece so most salers don't have to get the one with orange caps. Which may end up just being a sticker.

If they don't do it, it'll get confiscated by customs.

1987olds442

11-23-2006, 05:29 PM

If they don't do it, it'll get confiscated by customs.It more than likely be in robot mode in the box like MP-01...

nosebleed.

11-23-2006, 11:13 PM

Yeah, I don't picture a customs guy opening the box, transforming Megs to his alt-mode and shouting, "WE'VE GOT A REALISTIC RENDITION OF A LETHAL WEAPON HERE FOLKS!!"

zanos

11-23-2006, 11:21 PM

It more than likely be in robot mode in the box like MP-01...

That would seem unlikely. Megatron will probably come in gun form much like Starscream came in his jet mode.

1987olds442

11-24-2006, 08:10 AM

That would seem unlikely. Megatron will probably come in gun form much like Starscream came in his jet mode.That is extremely unlikely that they will have him in his alt mode, just because of what it is...

1987olds442

11-24-2006, 08:10 AM

Yeah, I don't picture a customs guy opening the box, transforming Megs to his alt-mode and shouting, "WE'VE GOT A REALISTIC RENDITION OF A LETHAL WEAPON HERE FOLKS!!"LOL, Too true...

nosebleed.

11-24-2006, 04:10 PM

That would seem unlikely. Megatron will probably come in gun form much like Starscream came in his jet mode.

You're basing this on the fact that Starscream came in alt-mode? That's flawed logic. If you use your common sense then you'd realize that it would hurt Takara to package the toys in gun mode because a lot of their sales will come from the US. Do you honestly think they don't know its going to be a customs hell for us to import a realistic looking weapon? So, logically, don't you think they'll realize this and put a bunch of pictures of him in robot mode...therefore if customs does open the package they'll see a robot instead of a realistic looking toy gun?

I didn't think Takara had it in them to do a gun mode of Megatron and I am really grateful that they are. Let's hope for the shoulder attachment and silencer.

1987olds442

11-25-2006, 08:15 AM

I didn't think Takara had it in them to do a gun mode of Megatron and I am really grateful that they are. Let's hope for the shoulder attachment and silencer.Amen, Brother

1987olds442

11-25-2006, 08:20 AM

More pictures from http://fantofan.jp/
http://fantofan.jp/news/mag/figureking/fk106-2.jpg
http://fantofan.jp/news/mag/figureking/fk106-1.jpg

1987olds442

11-25-2006, 08:23 AM

New MP-05 Masterpiece Megatron Info - Accessories, Features
Information provided at Autobase Aichi has given us a few more details about the upcoming MP-05 release.

We are told that the trigger moves and there is a working safety lever. The fusion cannon is to have a working LED light, and Megatron comes packed with an energy mace. There is no mention of barrel extensions, scope, or stock.

Jochimus

11-25-2006, 08:49 AM

^ You had me at 'energy mace'. Now I HAVE to buy the bloody thing. :oldrazz:

1987olds442

11-25-2006, 08:59 AM

^ You had me at 'energy mace'. Now I HAVE to buy the bloody thing. :oldrazz:I pre-ordered mine from a Canadian store "Ages Three and Up" yesterday for $94. That way I don't have to worry about having a US seller having to open the box and modify him with a orange plastic cap or sticker.
http://www.agesthreeandup.com/main.jsp?p2=shopping/product.jsp&product_id=600

I also pre-ordered a Revoltech Convoy "Prime"
http://www.agesthreeandup.com/sites/age3andup/products/8029681.jpg
http://www.agesthreeandup.com/main.jsp?p2=shopping/product.jsp&product_id=595

Batmun

11-25-2006, 12:19 PM

I pre-ordered mine from a Canadian store "Ages Three and Up" yesterday for $94. That way I don't have to worry about having a US seller having to open the box and modify him with a orange plastic cap or sticker.
http://www.agesthreeandup.com/main.jsp?p2=shopping/product.jsp&product_id=600

I also pre-ordered a Revoltech Convoy "Prime"
http://www.agesthreeandup.com/sites/age3andup/products/8029681.jpg
http://www.agesthreeandup.com/main.jsp?p2=shopping/product.jsp&product_id=595 That looks like the best robot form of prime that I've seen. How big is it and does it transform?

Batmun

11-25-2006, 12:22 PM

More pictures from http://fantofan.jp/
http://fantofan.jp/news/mag/figureking/fk106-2.jpg
http://fantofan.jp/news/mag/figureking/fk106-1.jpg Looks good except for the skinny thighs and awkward feet.

1987olds442

11-28-2006, 10:23 AM

Courtesy of member "refund" over at www.tfw2005.com ...

The first pictures of Megatron in his gun mode...

http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/imagehosting/44182456c68703ab53.jpg
http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/imagehosting/44182456c687021132.jpg
http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/imagehosting/44182456c686f7b531.jpg

Accessories
http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/imagehosting/44182456c686f9ae8e.jpg
http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/imagehosting/44182456c686fdc558.jpg
http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/imagehosting/44182456c686fbfc58.jpg
http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/imagehosting/44182456c687004c1a.jpg

1987olds442

11-28-2006, 08:56 PM

Masterpiece Megatron Confirmed To Be Diecast
From our friends at Fan To Fan:
- Kremzeek figure included (different mold from the one that comes with Kiss Players Autorooper x Atari)
- Working Trigger action when in Gun mode
- Same size as MP-01 G1 Convoy!!
- LED gimmick in scope
- Die-cast parts
- Memorable accessories include energy mace, laser-cutter and gun from Transformers: The Movie (used by Megatron in the fight with Optimus Prime).
- New transformation designs and concepts, for example moving the trigger part to the legs, improving overall Robot proportion.
- Due to toy gun regulation in the US, Walter P-38 Megatron was never in the plans when the Japan team worked with the US team. MP-05 Megatron is designed and developed solely by the Japan team, solely for the Japan market.

Thanks to 2005 Boards Member Cyclone_X for the news.

1987olds442

11-28-2006, 09:06 PM

More from www.tfw2005.com

http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/imagehosting/44182456c6931c7c74.jpg
http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/imagehosting/44182456b9e8671ace.jpg

zanos

11-29-2006, 12:56 AM

Excellent.

muscaremy

11-29-2006, 01:35 AM

**** yea kremzeek and his enery mace and the gun and laser cutter from the movie...ill concur excellent

Erzengel

11-29-2006, 01:29 PM

I'm pissed that this won't be available in the US or for imports. I need some Canadian friends to sneak this into the country for me.

:(

nosebleed.

11-29-2006, 07:04 PM

He won't be avail for import into US? Howso? I think I'll hit up that Canadian website, thanks Olds.

Man...I can't get over how awesome this looks. I can't wait to figure out how to transform him. This is GREAT!

Erzengel

11-29-2006, 07:59 PM

US laws prohibit the sale or transfer of replica guns unless they make it some funky colors.

But I don't need my megatron to have a hot orange barrel. :down

nosebleed.

11-29-2006, 11:53 PM

My only regret with this is that there is not going to be a silencer or shoulder attachment. But I'm sure kitbashers will solve that.

nosebleed.

11-30-2006, 12:32 AM

That looks like the best robot form of prime that I've seen. How big is it and does it transform?

Here's a nice big clear pic...good find Olds. Non-transformable though.

http://powet.tv/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2006/11/revoltechprimeclear.jpg

1987olds442

12-01-2006, 10:09 PM

Good news...

From www.tfw2005.com

Masterpiece MP-05 Megatron Will Be Packaged In Robot Mode

According to Lost and Found Toys Masterpiece MP-05 Megatron will come packaged in Robot Mode. If accurate all the debate about the orange barrel modification was possibly for nothing and the online retailers that currently are offering it won't have to go that route.

Erzengel

12-01-2006, 10:32 PM

I hope it works out. I really want that Megatron.

nosebleed.

12-01-2006, 11:31 PM

Good news...

From www.tfw2005.com (http://www.tfw2005.com)

That would be great. I don't want anybody devirginizing that Masterpiece box cept for me...umm...yeah.

1987olds442

12-02-2006, 02:00 AM

That would be great. I don't want anybody devirginizing that Masterpiece box cept for me...umm...yeah.I hear you brother :woot:

Erzengel

12-02-2006, 09:06 AM

When is the potential release date for this?

1987olds442

12-02-2006, 04:08 PM

March 2007

nosebleed.

12-02-2006, 06:52 PM

<~~~preordered. That is going to be HUGE p-38.

nosebleed.

12-24-2006, 01:24 PM

Yup...the gun mode is HUUUGE:

http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/imagehosting/45088458d7fc6ac265.jpg

1987olds442

12-24-2006, 07:52 PM

Here is a link to some new pictures of the gun alt mode...

http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/showthread.php?t=118271

nosebleed.

12-24-2006, 09:09 PM

arrgh...you beat me to it because red wine makes me reaaaly slow!!!! why don't ypou come to the regular forums anymore Olds?? you are the only one who makes any snese anymore!!! i want that gun.

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!

Thirteen Shadows

12-24-2006, 10:43 PM

http://www.agesthreeandup.com/main.jsp?p2=shopping/product.jsp&product_id=600

So if I pre-order it on this site I can get them to send it to the US without any problems?

Darthkush

01-03-2007, 07:07 PM

So if I pre-order it on this site I can get them to send it to the US without any problems?

I hope so. If so, i'm gonna preorder mine this weekend.

nosebleed.

01-05-2007, 04:28 PM

This isn't the MP-05 but this Revoltech Megs will also be part of my collection. Due out in April:

http://www.fantofan.jp/news/mag/figureking/fk82-6.jpg

1987olds442

01-23-2007, 11:48 AM

MP-05 Megatron in full color thanks to www.tfw2005.com (http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/showthread.php?t=121017)
And thanks to fantofan as well... (http://fantofan.jp/)
http://fantofan.jp/news/mag/figureking/fk108-2.jpg
http://fantofan.jp/news/mag/dengekihobby/mar2007-2.jpg
http://fantofan.jp/news/mag/dengekihobby/mar2007-1.jpg
http://fantofan.jp/news/mag/dengekihobby/mar2007-3.jpg
http://fantofan.jp/news/mag/dengekihobby/mar2007-4.jpg
Pictures from Fantofan (http://fantofan.jp)