Ape vs. Ape… linq: Transformers Studio Series Apelinq (Rise of the Beasts)

Just a day after its official reveal at MCM Comic Con in London, equally British YouTube reviewer PrimeVsPrime has gotten himself a copy of Transformers Studio Series Voyager-class Apelinq from Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (2023), his method of figure acquisition withstanding. So, I just wanted to equally share mainly comparison shots between this figure … Continue reading Ape vs. Ape… linq: Transformers Studio Series Apelinq (Rise of the Beasts)

Robot Mode Debut! “Transformers: Rise of the Beasts” AMK Pro X Apelinq

During the opening scene of Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, we were given a glimpse of Apelinq, the Maximal leader who sacrificed himself so that Optimus Primal and the rest of the Maximals, along with the Transwarp Key, can escape Scouge and Unicron. We only saw Apelinq in beast mode, which is an obvious derivative … Continue reading Robot Mode Debut! “Transformers: Rise of the Beasts” AMK Pro X Apelinq

Box Art Extravaganza: October 2023 (Updated)

UPDATE: Added HG Scopedog box art. Since site affiliate HobbyLink Japan has already charged me for this kit, I might as well check out the packaging for the HG Scopedog from Armored Trooper Votoms. And in keeping with the theme of the series it comes with, or packaging of the older kits if any, the … Continue reading Box Art Extravaganza: October 2023 (Updated)

Stuff on the Office Desk: More Primes and a Possible Change?

If you're a Transformers collector, then you should know that we have quite a number of Optimus Prime releases in 2023. From Legacy: Evolution, to Studio Series, and even EarthSpark. And I have on display three that are clear products of their respective times. That last sentence is something I just realized as I was … Continue reading Stuff on the Office Desk: More Primes and a Possible Change?

#4012 / Transformers: Rise of the Beasts / Optimus Prime

I recently picked up the Studio Series version of Rise of the Beasts Optimus Prime and I almost forgot that I already shot the gallery of the mainline Voyager class figure. Many have said this, and I also agree that while the Studio Series is the categorically better version, that's not saying that you should … Continue reading #4012 / Transformers: Rise of the Beasts / Optimus Prime