This figure is close to perfect. But it would be lovely if there were more secure ways to store his accessories. The rockets in particular are very easy to lose, since the ports they plug into are shallow due to being molded in a panel that has to flip around for transformation.
Hey Peaugh, I'm happy that you finally got that guy, now I am pretty sad that this figure doesn't have the white truck cab turning into an Albino Optimus Prime with the trailer turning into armor, but at least it's a much better figure than the Siege and Kingdom versions of Magnus!
Ayy congrats for finally getting him ^^ Funny as I was on the motorway earlier today and we ended up behind a car carrier truck with a white cab and blue trailer...Had to wonder if the driver knew...! XD Anyway here's hoping for that reissue...! And happy new year ^^
They seriously need to rerelease this guy. I didn't know preordering him was basically the only way to get him without having to pay the outrageous prices he goes for now. It seems like retail stores don't have interest in carrying Commander Class figures these days.
I'm reminded of certain internet personality's comments about toys gettign to a point where they just invert in a net of panels to transform, even if it's just the cab...
I'm glad your friend John hooked you up. This is indeed a great figure, but not worth $200 to $300. Also, don't worry about not being able to transform him without popping the cab off, I have the same problem. In fact, I thought it was just me, but your video made me feel better. 😁
@@saturncrush I'm not sure on that one. We had the one where he combined with his trailer and he wound up with a lot of stuff on his back. It works for Ultra Magnus because he's a chunky bot. He's one of the final characters based on Diaclone that was released in the line. Hot Rod/Rodimus Prime was designed for the movie and is very stylized. There's no way you get that robot form from a space Winnebago. I think the Commander Class they released a few years ago is the best we're going to get for Rodimus, even if I do have to store his trailer in a bin. He looks great standing next to the Studio Series Magnus, and the most recent Kup, Arcee, Springer and Blurr on my shelf.
Thanks for the great review :) I like most of this figure but man those shoulders are tooooo wide! Due to the way the arms lock on to the body, therei's a huge chunk that stick out of the shoulder that IMHO the arms just hang off. I can't unsee that :) prefer his arms closer to his body like the MP. Otherwise though a good fig and I like the all in 1 design.
Another excellent review! I know you’ve transformed him more smoothly than what you did in this video. lol I’m surprised you didn’t preorder Magnus. I got him from ToyDojo way early last year. As a matter of fact I had him preordered from Hasbro but it came broken (leg flap pin was broken) and thankfully ToyDojo had gotten their stock in and I was able to get a new one in 48 hours delivered. I love this Ultra Magnus. I had the MP and much prefer the Studio Series. I have the new Constructicons preordered. I’ll end up selling my UW Devastator. Definitely getting the Arielbots too! I love how they made Menasor and am digging the new Superion
Yeah, doing all that from behind a camera is a little less elegant for sure. I honestly considered pre-ordering him but was trying to save money/space and thought I could pass on him, but when he came out and people starting showing it off I changed my mind and it was hard to track down after that.
@ I totally get that. I almost passed as well. After already having Siege and then Earthrise, I wasn’t looking forward to getting a 4th of that mold since I also purchased the Galaxy Optimus Prime version of that mold. I was pretty burnt out on it. I forget what exactly pushed me over the edge on getting it, but I’m glad I did. I’m glad you finally got a copy too!! He’s a damn good figure. I used to have the MP, and much like with MP Star Saber, he’s much too big to have any sort of casual playing with on my desk fun. The Legacy version is perfect on all fronts for me. Which for me means I don’t ever have to buy him again! 😅
Happy to see you finally got him! Here's to hoping a reissue gets announced at some point in time...
Yeah, fingers crossed!
If ANYTHING needs to be reissued/refreshed it's Magnus. Never saw him in stores at all.
He's being reissued this year.
@@BlackCanvasAudio Oh really? Where can I find that info?
@@BlackCanvasAudio Was that officially confirmed somewhere?
I love having Optimus, Rodimus, and Magnus displayed together. They really look good together.
This figure is close to perfect. But it would be lovely if there were more secure ways to store his accessories. The rockets in particular are very easy to lose, since the ports they plug into are shallow due to being molded in a panel that has to flip around for transformation.
Hey Peaugh, I'm happy that you finally got that guy, now I am pretty sad that this figure doesn't have the white truck cab turning into an Albino Optimus Prime with the trailer turning into armor, but at least it's a much better figure than the Siege and Kingdom versions of Magnus!
Glad you were able to find one! I had to import this guy from Japan myself so I know the struggle!
Actually, Swindle's spot in Wave 2 has been taken by Vortex.
Well, still a new Bruticus either way.
I really appreciate they reserved show Magnus for 86 and armor style Magnus first.
so glad i pre ordered this guy when he originally released, such a great figure!!
With each ultra magnus I feel like they get closer and closer to the perfect ultra magnus lol
The lack of sliding rails makes me feel like this figure will stand the test of time
Ayy congrats for finally getting him ^^ Funny as I was on the motorway earlier today and we ended up behind a car carrier truck with a white cab and blue trailer...Had to wonder if the driver knew...! XD Anyway here's hoping for that reissue...! And happy new year ^^
Neat! I'd love to come across a real Magnus in the wild.
Can't wait to see your review on the DNA Wingblade armor for Animated Optimus Prime...
They seriously need to rerelease this guy. I didn't know preordering him was basically the only way to get him without having to pay the outrageous prices he goes for now. It seems like retail stores don't have interest in carrying Commander Class figures these days.
I'm reminded of certain internet personality's comments about toys gettign to a point where they just invert in a net of panels to transform, even if it's just the cab...
I'm glad your friend John hooked you up. This is indeed a great figure, but not worth $200 to $300. Also, don't worry about not being able to transform him without popping the cab off, I have the same problem. In fact, I thought it was just me, but your video made me feel better. 😁
Well, glad I was able to help at least!
The transformation make me think they could one day crest a Rodimus Prime that fully transforms into his trailer. 😅
@@saturncrush I'm not sure on that one. We had the one where he combined with his trailer and he wound up with a lot of stuff on his back. It works for Ultra Magnus because he's a chunky bot. He's one of the final characters based on Diaclone that was released in the line. Hot Rod/Rodimus Prime was designed for the movie and is very stylized. There's no way you get that robot form from a space Winnebago. I think the Commander Class they released a few years ago is the best we're going to get for Rodimus, even if I do have to store his trailer in a bin. He looks great standing next to the Studio Series Magnus, and the most recent Kup, Arcee, Springer and Blurr on my shelf.
love this thing! imo it outdoes the mp! happy new year peaugh
Thanks, same to you!
In that case, who would like an oversized Masterpiece sized version of this SS86 Magnus figure? Haha!
Do you plan on reviewing the new MPG Ginrai?
Not currently, but the more I see of it the more tempted I am.
Do you have plans to pick up MPG Rattrap?
YES!
I hope they do a re-release of this guy.
Is it only me, or was this figure really hard to find?
I think preorders were pretty good for a bit but once those sold out he was super hard to track down.
Doesn't help that distribution was horrifically abysmal as usual...
Thanks for the great review :) I like most of this figure but man those shoulders are tooooo wide! Due to the way the arms lock on to the body, therei's a huge chunk that stick out of the shoulder that IMHO the arms just hang off. I can't unsee that :) prefer his arms closer to his body like the MP. Otherwise though a good fig and I like the all in 1 design.
Yeah, the shoulders are a little wider than I'd prefer, but considering everything else I'm still pretty happy with it.
Sad seeing you without a wristwatch 😢
I had just already taken it off for the evening.
@peaugh That Beautiful Steel Alloy Watch you used to wear back in 2018 IS STILL The Best Looking watch you ever wore 😘
Another excellent review! I know you’ve transformed him more smoothly than what you did in this video. lol I’m surprised you didn’t preorder Magnus. I got him from ToyDojo way early last year. As a matter of fact I had him preordered from Hasbro but it came broken (leg flap pin was broken) and thankfully ToyDojo had gotten their stock in and I was able to get a new one in 48 hours delivered.
I love this Ultra Magnus. I had the MP and much prefer the Studio Series.
I have the new Constructicons preordered. I’ll end up selling my UW Devastator. Definitely getting the Arielbots too! I love how they made Menasor and am digging the new Superion
Yeah, doing all that from behind a camera is a little less elegant for sure. I honestly considered pre-ordering him but was trying to save money/space and thought I could pass on him, but when he came out and people starting showing it off I changed my mind and it was hard to track down after that.
@ I totally get that. I almost passed as well. After already having Siege and then Earthrise, I wasn’t looking forward to getting a 4th of that mold since I also purchased the Galaxy Optimus Prime version of that mold. I was pretty burnt out on it. I forget what exactly pushed me over the edge on getting it, but I’m glad I did. I’m glad you finally got a copy too!! He’s a damn good figure. I used to have the MP, and much like with MP Star Saber, he’s much too big to have any sort of casual playing with on my desk fun. The Legacy version is perfect on all fronts for me. Which for me means I don’t ever have to buy him again! 😅
Thanks for the information. As for the figure itself though?
Hell no👎
Fair enough.
Why? What's wrong?
@Shanali-ry1nl probably due to the scalper prices he's going for these days.
@@jameszetterman4487 (sighs) Why do scalping prices exist? 🙄😒