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RenderForm, the high-end garage kit company by Seibertron.com member Venksta, has tackled the impossible - giving Blaster fans every possible head they could ever want, and a reason to actually own the uninspired 2008 Universe Blaster. Dubbed "RF-003 DJ Rockblast", this kit will convert your mediocre Universe Blaster into everyone's favorite Cybertronian Hipster (or brooding loner) - G1 Blaster.
Choices, Choices
Few other characters in Transformers history have been portrayed as inconsistently as Blaster.
His toyappearance features eyes inset into a visor, rounded head, straight ears:
His cartoon designs generally show him with a smooth face, rounded head, and angled ears:
Finally, his comic appearances take a radical departure, showcasing a red and yellow face, and squared off ears:
Although, in his IDW Spotlight, Blaster returns to his toy form, but with the original comic squared off ears:
So, if you're a Blaster fan, but not a fan of the toy, you may despair to yourself at night, believing you have no alternatives. You would be wrong! The DJ Rockblast kit comes with heads, visors, and faces to reproduce any comic and cartoon appearance!
Just take a gander at these:
Comic head
Cartoon head
IDW head
Renderform has built a clever set of interchangeable faces and visors, which slot in securely to either version of the helmet. A full set comes with three faces, four visors, and two heads for maximum Blaster customization. Every one is excellent and expressive, they fit together snugly and feel durable. These are hand painted pieces with very small details, so I did notice some very minor paint application issues, particularly on the eyes of the visored silver face. There's a tiny spot where the paint didn't stick. However, they still look great!
Unfortunately, the heads are incompatible with Device Label Blaster completely.
But wait, there's more!
In addition to the dizzying array of cranial customizations, RF-003 comes with a correctly sized (though still comically large) version of Blaster's signature Electro-Scrambler Gun. The gun is excellent and weighty with great molded detail. The kit also includes a re-imagined version of Blaster's Action Master Gun, with equally impressive molded teeth and vents. Both guns fit will in any 5mm fist hole:
The kit also includes a Backpack/Weapon which can hold the other guns in robot mode, and store in vehicle mode:
Finally, the kit includes a certificate of authenticity with some wicked CGI renderings of Universe Blaster and a small sticker sheet which can be used to mask off Blaster's tape door to appear more G1 accurate, like the Universe box art:
The kit shows an excellent attention to detail, rivaling FansProject in it's slavish devotion to give you everything you'd possibly need.
It's not all perfect
There are a few slight issues with the kit that I'd be remiss if I didn't point out. I've contacted Venksta about them, and they appear to be inconsistent, so as always, use caution and common sense. Renderform and Seibertron.com are not responsible for any damage done to your figure when using this upgrade.
The sticker isn't very sticky. Make sure you clean the area first. Also, my Blaster had poor paint apps on the chest door, so it was tough to line up. Go slowly, use tweezers.
There is some mold flash you may want to sand down gently.
Be careful when inserting the backpack. The hole in the back is not a 5mm hole, and the backpack peg is graduated, but mine was just a hair too tight and forced the backpack on. My Blaster now has a minor split in the ring. The backpack still holds, but use caution!
The ball joint for the new heads did widen the neck hole on my figure, and the original head is floppy now. If I wanted to return Blaster to factory state, I'd need a few coats of clear nail polish to build up the original ball.
Despite a few flaws, this kit is a worthy addition to an otherwise worthless figure, elevating Universe Blaster from "meh" to "holy crap". I personally cannot recommend the kit enough, and as long as you apply some common sense and caution, the kit will give you years of enjoyment. I am impressed that Venksta put the care and thought into this set that he did, and am ecstatic to include it in my collection!
You can view Renderform's galleries of RF-003 here and here, or send a PM to Venksta to order. You can also read our review of Renderform's RF-002 Empyrean Espionage Kit.
xovergen Mecha Warfare STC-GP Supreme Tactical Commander Grand Patriot Set of Red & Green Versions.
Pre-order, release next week.
If you are interested for the Single piece of Red or Green xovergen Mecha Warfare STC-GP Supreme Tactical Commander Grand Patriot only.
Please feel free to e-mail us at workshop@robotkingdom.com, we will coordinate overall requests, and try to make an offer for single Red or Green version after the shipment arrives. The manufacturer only offer them by pairs.
US$169/Set of 2
Site sponsor Robotkingdom.com has new images of the 3rd party product PERFECT EFFECT Camera Set (PE-11) in rendered in alternate mode, and with a possible color palette shown.
According to Robotkingdom this set is due out in late March 2011, but there has been no size given, or even an estimated price set yet.
So check out the Universe Combaticon unit leader, Onslaught.
The air support, Vortex, and the con-artist Swindle in a very different alt mode than we are used to seeing him in...
The ground support unit locked up by assault tank extraordinaire, Brawl, and Blast-Off, sporting a ground-pounding and very blast-off limiting new tank alternate form.
And of course, the "now a little less than impressive, but still pretty cool in its own right", combined form, Bruticus Maximus.
How do you follow up a Transformers story that related Decepticons and real-life historical criminals Bonnie and Clyde?
With the next issue of the series of course!
IDW Publishing via issuu.com offers up the next issue in this pre-movie series relating the origins of the manipulative, and behind-the-scenes organization, Sector 7 and their struggles with the Transformers on Earth.
TRANSFORMERS: SECTOR 7 #4
John Barber (w) • Joe Suitor (a) • Brian Rood (c)
In the midst of the darkest days of World War II, Sector Seven's greatest fear has come true-the Nazis have captured a TRANSFORMER! The group's seven deadliest soldiers-a rag-tag group of screw-ups and cast-offs in any other context-go on what's surely a suicide mission into the heart of Nazi Germany!
Online toy retailer Captured Prey is apparently jumping into the ever-popular Targetmaster arena with their own new exclusive offerings. Their Targetmasters, Mastershooter MS-01B Brown King and Mastershooter MS-01M Mega Gun, feature designs similar to G1 Megatron and come in brown and black or silver and black respectively. The description for these new accessories reads:
Captured Prey wrote:Mega Gun and Brown King are the debut release of MasterShooter Collectibles! Limited in number and made with the expert help of a fan favorite third party company (who has asked to remain anonymous), these figures will be produced using high quality steel injection molds and durable ABS plastic!
Measuring approximately 2.2 inches tall in robot mode and 3.17 inches in weapon mode, Mega Gun and Brown King will be cast in color and pre-painted, ready to make any bot in your collection shake a washer loose with fear when these imposing weapons are aimed at them! Articulated shoulders and elbows allow each figure to aim his own weapon as well, making them the perfect scouts or assassins. The figures are designed with a stepped 4mm to 5mm peg handle, allowing them to be used by original Targetmaster Transformers, and almost all modern figures, too. And, as a bonus, an adaptor is released that allows Classics Starscream or any later version of his mold to carry Mega Gun along with their own weapon under the wing!
Both Mega Gun and Brown King will be limited to 500 pieces each, or produced to meet demand if more pre-orders are received. This item is currently estimated for release early in the second quarter of 2011.
The figures are listed for pre-order for $18 USD when purchased separately or for $35 USD when purchased together.
Mastershooter MS-01M Mega Gun can be pre-ordered HERE
Mastershooter MS-01B Brown King can be pre-ordered HERE
The Mastershooter Two-Pack can be pre-ordered HERE
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In this issue of SourceNews:
1. Crazy Devy Update!
2. Transformers 2011 Battle in Space Set Hot Rod vs. Cyclonus back instock!
3. New Recruits!
4. Transformers 2011 - Generations Series 03 Preorder now up!
5. In package looks at upcoming Transformers 2011 Generations and Deluxe Reveal the Shield!
6. Transformers United Decepticon and Autobot 3-packs - NEW PICS!
7. TFX-04 Protector Trailer now instock!
8. Headrobot - Blood the Dark Warrior Upgrade Kit Preorder Up!
9. New WST Coming!
10. Transformers 2010: Predaking reissue Now Instock!
11. TFsource HOLIDAY SALE continues!
12. Newest Instock items at TFsource
13. Newest Preorder items at TFsource
Now Instock: CDMW-14 The Kings Power Parts Giant Sonic Sword! 227mm long of power, this word will allow your bots to pack a big punch! Ships in Late November.
Now Instock: CDMW-15 The Kings Power Parts - Pair of Giant Foot Plates!
Once again you can take your Predaking to the next level with this pair of Giant Foot Plates! Set for a release date of December... just after Reissue Predaking is released, preorder this set today along with the restock of CDMW-10 and save with TFsource Combo Pricing!
CDMW-10 is back instock! Just in time for the Predaking reissue arriving in our warehouse, likely on Monday! Pick up both while you can, CDMW-10 it is not likely we will be fortunate to pick more of up again.
Now up for Preorder: CDMW-13 Aviation Brigade Power Parts! Devy brings your bots to the next leve with this add-on set! Included is a Custom Blast Shield, Large size Discharger Rifle and Bonus Face Plate! Set for a January release - preorder up now!
CDMW-11 The Kings Power Parts Custom Wings now instock! Included with each is a Power Plus Kit to help protect Divebomb's wings when attached. Limited stock remaining and there will be no more release of the version with the 14K gold so get these before their prices soar on the secondary market!
_____________________________________________ 5. In package looks at upcoming Transformers 2011 Generations and Deluxe Reveal the Shield!
First in package look at Transformers generations 2011 Kup and Scourge! Also Transformers Deluxe: Perceptor, Wreck-Gar, Bumblebee and G2 Laser Prime! Enjoy, these guys look amazing and preorders available!
_____________________________________________ 6. Transformers United Decepticon and Autobot 3-packs - NEW PICS!
Featuring exclusive recolored figures, each paying homage to famous scense from the G1 Transformers movie! Clear purple Cyclonus, Galvatron and Scourge, and a Clear blue Rodimus, Battle Damaged Kup and Scrap Heap! Best of all save almost $20 with TFsource Combo pricing when you preorder both sets!
_____________________________________________ 8. Headrobot - Blood the Dark Warrior Upgrade Kit Preorder Up!
Now available for preorder at TFsource! Headrobot's next Masterpiece: Blood the Dark Warrior Upgrade Kit!
Plus with TFsource Combo Pricing, save $4.95 when you buy with the ROTF Bludgeon Figure!
We also have a limited stock of the Headmaster Hothead remaining, this is likely the final stock we will have of this popular piece, so don't miss out!
_____________________________________________ 9. New WST Coming!
Well here it is! Since it won't be ready in time for the Holidays, we can't call it the stocking stuffer, but this year's exclusive is WST Military Transport - Black and White Edition! More complexity than any WST so far, 3 modes to transform to, a heavy amount of die-cast, an all new mold, and did we mention it is going to be a limited edition piece? Due to all of the above, it is a higher price than past WST's
_____________________________________________ 10. Transformers 2010: Predaking reissue Now Instock!
Next up in the amazing line-up of Transformers 2010: Predaking reissue! A reissue of the Classic D-78 Transformer, that featured the Predacons ready to rage carnage on the autobot forces. Razorclaw, Headstrong, Tantrum, Rampage and Divebomb are redone in all their Transformers 2010 glory!
_____________________________________________ 11. TFsource HOLIDAY SALE continues!
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Ray and our friends over at RobotKingdom.com have posted some updated images of the upcoming releases from Perfect Effect: PX-03, PX-04, PE-05, and PE-06. PE-05 and PE-06 are the Ejector and Rewinder figures, Perfect Effect’s take on Autobot cassettes Eject and Rewind, and are currently only available as a two-pack. The PX-04 Ultimate set, being sold by RobotKingdom.com as a combo pack with PX-03, is a collection of four figures, Ejector and Rewinder, along with The Sun and The Night, tributes to Sundor and Garboil, that transform from condors to arm-mounted flame throwers and then to missiles. PX-03, like the PX-01 add-on for Fansproject Shadow Commander, is a backpack for your City Commander that allows him to carry his original add-on missiles, his original large gun, or the Ejector/Rewinder or Sun/Night pairs. The updated images show how all of these new accessories can be mounted to the Commander armor and how Ejector and Rewinder look with Universe and G1 Blaster.
These images can also be viewed on Perfect Effect's blog page by clicking HERE.
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