Transformers Masterpiece MPM-5 Barricade Officially Revealed
Saturday, November 11th, 2017 10:44AM CST
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THE MASTERPIECE MOVIE SERIES BARRICADE MPM-5 FIGURE!
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In partnership with Takara Tomy, we are excited to announce the co-branded release of Movie Masterpiece Barricade (MPM-5)!
The Masterpiece Movie Series Barricade MPM-5 figure is perfect for fans and collectors alike, with features inspired by the explosive 2007 Transformers live action movie. The figure showcases the sinister Decepticon enforcer with impressive attention to detail. Imagine unleashing Barricade action with a detailed interior, die cast detailing, and rotor blade weapon accessory. Converts from robot to Saleen S281 Extreme Ford Mustang police car mode in 40 steps!
Additional Facts:
- Features Barricade’s iconic Rotor Blade Wheel weapon from the TRANSFORMERS film
- First Movie Masterpiece figure with a Movable Faceplate, allowing fans to play out their favorite scenes from the TRANSFORMERS film
- Figure built with Die Cast Parts & features 170 Deco Ops with 30 Points of Articulation!
- Vehicle-mode features Barricade’s accurate, licensed vehicle from the TRANSFORMERS film: Saleen S281 Extreme Ford Mustang Police Car
- Product was designed with ILM Movie CAD Files from the Blockbuster film TRANSFORMERS
- Figure features most film-accurate conversion to-date!
- Item is the 1st Movie Masterpiece Decepticon to hit the market in over 8 years!
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Posted by Bounti76 on November 11th, 2017 @ 10:51am CST
Posted by TulioDude on November 11th, 2017 @ 11:23am CST
"Moveable faceplate" means his mouth opens?
Posted by Carnivius_Prime on November 11th, 2017 @ 11:47am CST
Posted by Evil Eye on November 11th, 2017 @ 12:41pm CST
Posted by steals_your_goats on November 11th, 2017 @ 1:00pm CST
Posted by Microraptor on November 11th, 2017 @ 1:05pm CST
Posted by Fires_Of_Inferno on November 11th, 2017 @ 1:15pm CST
Posted by Octobotimus on November 11th, 2017 @ 1:15pm CST
Posted by Hydrargyrus on November 11th, 2017 @ 1:27pm CST
Posted by Decepticon Stryker on November 11th, 2017 @ 2:46pm CST
Microraptor wrote:Shame there's no Frenzy, but this thing is gorgeous!
If we ever get an MPM Frenzy, I want him to come with CD shuriken and a Ding-dong for accessories. And maybe a voice chip. I really like his voice.
Posted by RK_Striker_JK_5 on November 11th, 2017 @ 2:59pm CST
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on November 11th, 2017 @ 3:06pm CST
MagicDeath wrote:I like how it doesn’t mention MPM-2. I know that MPM-1 is essentially as good as the modern ones, was MPM-2 actually that good?
I think they were merely talking characters as Bumblebee has appeared in the line twice.
Posted by Quantum Surge on November 11th, 2017 @ 3:14pm CST
Posted by wilcosu35 on November 11th, 2017 @ 3:28pm CST
Posted by Hydrargyrus on November 11th, 2017 @ 3:50pm CST
JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:MagicDeath wrote:I like how it doesn’t mention MPM-2. I know that MPM-1 is essentially as good as the modern ones, was MPM-2 actually that good?
I think they were merely talking characters as Bumblebee has appeared in the line twice.
Well... yeah. It makes sense.
I was just curious as I’ve never really heard anyone mention it.
Posted by Rated X on November 11th, 2017 @ 4:57pm CST
Posted by The_Cryptid_Person on November 11th, 2017 @ 5:41pm CST
Posted by skywarp-2 on November 12th, 2017 @ 10:48pm CST
Posted by Carnivius_Prime on November 13th, 2017 @ 8:07am CST
Ironhidensh wrote:Sure, it looks great, but so did the first two. While Bumblbee is decent (yet flawed), Prime is a complete a total hot mess.
I'll reserve any excitement until we have in hand reports.
Almost every Masterpiece figure has flaws. That's kinda why I always considered the title ironic.
Opitmus Prime is fantastic. Just the truck mode alignment issues bring it down but I don't tend to transform them much into vehicle mode anyways.
This figure looks amazing and improves on all the issues I had the otherwise fine Human Alliance figure such as the hands and general proportions and structure.
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on November 13th, 2017 @ 11:29am CST
It is really telling that they put this much love into Barricade, and he is the only Decepticon movie masterpiece so far who wasn't just a repainted leader class figure, AKA original mold for the MPM series. And I love his arms and wheel weapon!!
Posted by DeathReviews on November 13th, 2017 @ 2:24pm CST
Posted by Sabrblade on November 13th, 2017 @ 7:25pm CST
The only MPMs who were just redecoed Leader class molds were MPM-1 Starscream and MPM-2 Bumblebee. MPM-3 Bumblebee and MPM-4 Optimus Prime were all new molds.D-Maximus_Prime wrote:It is really telling that they put this much love into Barricade, and he is the only Decepticon movie masterpiece so far who wasn't just a repainted leader class figure, AKA original mold for the MPM series.
Posted by william-james88 on November 13th, 2017 @ 11:13pm CST
Sabrblade wrote:The only MPMs who were just redecoed Leader class molds were MPM-1 Starscream and MPM-2 Bumblebee. MPM-3 Bumblebee and MPM-4 Optimus Prime were all new molds.D-Maximus_Prime wrote:It is really telling that they put this much love into Barricade, and he is the only Decepticon movie masterpiece so far who wasn't just a repainted leader class figure, AKA original mold for the MPM series.
How is that different than what he said?
Posted by Sabrblade on November 13th, 2017 @ 11:43pm CST
I missed his use of the word "Decepticon", so it isn't.william-james88 wrote:Sabrblade wrote:The only MPMs who were just redecoed Leader class molds were MPM-1 Starscream and MPM-2 Bumblebee. MPM-3 Bumblebee and MPM-4 Optimus Prime were all new molds.D-Maximus_Prime wrote:It is really telling that they put this much love into Barricade, and he is the only Decepticon movie masterpiece so far who wasn't just a repainted leader class figure, AKA original mold for the MPM series.
How is that different than what he said?
Posted by Va'al on November 17th, 2017 @ 6:22am CST
If you're a Weibo member, pick out your favourite law enforcing changing robot, be it from the live-action movies or elsewhere in the Transformers line of toys, and zhù nǐ hǎo yùn!
Invite a Transformers fan to participate in the [MPM05 Barricade] the world's first video review of the shooting, you will also be the world's first fans to experience this toy!
Review time: November 22, 2017 afternoon.
Location: Hasbro Office.
In addition, you can also visit Hasbro Office, and be the first to experience the new Transformers 2018 products. Starting immediately, forward and/or upload photos that comment on any Barricade in your possession, you have a chance to be the lucky fan.
The result will be announced on November 20.
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[Note] Non-members cannot upload photos in the comments of the fans, when forwarding can be uploaded.
Posted by Plastic Hero on November 17th, 2017 @ 9:23am CST
It's okaaaaaaayyy.....
Posted by optimeow on November 18th, 2017 @ 2:39am CST
Posted by william-james88 on November 23rd, 2017 @ 8:01am CST
The packaging lets us know a few features such as a moving mouth mechanism and shows us what Barricade looks like with his mouth open. We also see that it is officially licenced. And for those wondering why the Canadian address is the most prominent one among all the legal writing in the back, it is because the box itself was printed in Canada (as is always the case for Hasbro Transformers products products). While we do not know the exact price yet nor the date of release, we assume the price will be around $80, the same price point Bumblebee was at.
Here is a list of additional facts regarding this product:
Features Barricade’s iconic Rotor Blade Wheel weapon from the TRANSFORMERS film
First Movie Masterpiece figure with a Movable Faceplate, allowing fans to play out their favorite scenes from the TRANSFORMERS film
Figure built with Die Cast Parts & features 170 Deco Ops with 30 Points of Articulation!
Vehicle-mode features Barricade’s accurate, licensed vehicle from the TRANSFORMERS film: Saleen S281 Extreme Ford Mustang Police Car
Product was designed with ILM Movie CAD Files from the Blockbuster film TRANSFORMERS
Figure features most film-accurate conversion to-date!
Item is the 1st Movie Masterpiece Decepticon to hit the market in over 8 years!
Posted by Carnivius_Prime on November 23rd, 2017 @ 8:11am CST
Posted by Cybertronius Primus on November 23rd, 2017 @ 9:29am CST
Posted by william-james88 on November 23rd, 2017 @ 10:29am CST
Cybertronius Primus wrote:Will this be exclusive to toys r us in america and Japan again?
Most probably
Posted by Sabrblade on November 23rd, 2017 @ 11:48am CST
Posted by RK_Striker_JK_5 on November 26th, 2017 @ 6:55pm CST
Sabrblade wrote:Gotta admit, that packaging looks mighty purdy.
Purdy package for a purdy toy.
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on November 29th, 2017 @ 12:02pm CST
Posted by william-james88 on November 30th, 2017 @ 12:05am CST
While we do not know the exact price yet nor the date of release of the Hasbro version, we assume the price will be around $80, the same price point Bumblebee was at. The Takara version will be released in April 2018 and is around the $100 mark depending on your retailer of choice.
Here is a list of additional facts, provided by Hasbro, regarding this product:
Features Barricade’s iconic Rotor Blade Wheel weapon from the TRANSFORMERS film
First Movie Masterpiece figure with a Movable Faceplate, allowing fans to play out their favorite scenes from the TRANSFORMERS film
Figure built with Die Cast Parts & features 170 Deco Ops with 30 Points of Articulation!
Vehicle-mode features Barricade’s accurate, licensed vehicle from the TRANSFORMERS film: Saleen S281 Extreme Ford Mustang Police Car
Product was designed with ILM Movie CAD Files from the Blockbuster film TRANSFORMERS
Figure features most film-accurate conversion to-date!
Item is the 1st Movie Masterpiece Decepticon to hit the market in over 8 years!
Posted by Rodimus Knight on November 30th, 2017 @ 7:13am CST
Posted by Ted_Spaghetti on November 30th, 2017 @ 7:29am CST
Posted by Super Megatron on November 30th, 2017 @ 10:23am CST
Posted by william-james88 on December 2nd, 2017 @ 11:51pm CST
Here we learn a few tidbits that were previously unknown. Firstly, unlike with the similarly scaled Human Alliance version, the saw blade is not integrated within the toy. It is a separate piece that must be attached, in a very similar fashion to Masterpiece Hot Rodimus' saw blade weapon. The toy also comes with a clear stand for the weapon. Also, the weapon does not freely spin. It can rotate but only as long as you are pushing it.
The transformation does not seem as complex as MPM Optimus Prime and seems more akin in complexity to the Human Alliance version.
Below you will find screenshots which include him scaled with the other MPM Movie Masterpiece toys, along with the video and additional facts, provided by Hasbro, regarding this product.
Features Barricade’s iconic Rotor Blade Wheel weapon from the TRANSFORMERS film
First Movie Masterpiece figure with a Movable Faceplate, allowing fans to play out their favorite scenes from the TRANSFORMERS film
Figure built with Die Cast Parts & features 170 Deco Ops with 30 Points of Articulation!
Vehicle-mode features Barricade’s accurate, licensed vehicle from the TRANSFORMERS film: Saleen S281 Extreme Ford Mustang Police Car
Product was designed with ILM Movie CAD Files from the Blockbuster film TRANSFORMERS
Figure features most film-accurate conversion to-date!
Item is the 1st Movie Masterpiece Decepticon to hit the market in over 8 years!
Posted by Carnivius_Prime on December 3rd, 2017 @ 1:06am CST
Posted by fruityrobo on December 3rd, 2017 @ 2:18am CST
Posted by Va'al on December 3rd, 2017 @ 4:53am CST
The images, mirrored below for your viewing convenience, are from regular suspect on weibo NOTRAB, and show off both the car mode (a licensed Saleen S281 Extreme Ford Mustang Police Car) and the robot mode, with a lot of emphasis on the latter. We get to see the face sculpt, and some of the features that Hasbro is highlighting in its marketing such as the Rotor Blade Wheel, the moveable faceplate, and some poseability. Take a look below, and let us know what you think in the Energon Pub!
Posted by Carnivius_Prime on December 3rd, 2017 @ 9:13am CST
Posted by steals_your_goats on December 3rd, 2017 @ 9:59am CST
Posted by Carnivius_Prime on December 3rd, 2017 @ 10:08am CST
steals_your_goats wrote:Meh. Looks okay but I'm the type of person who doesn't like to half ass lines so if I'm getting one mpm I'd like to get the others to go with it, but bumblebee and Optimus are pretty disappointing so I'll probably skip this line as a whole.
No more disappointing than any other supposed Masterpiece figure (the number of G1 MP figures without at least several flaws is a very tiny one or perhaps no number at all) and they are both amazing display pieces. I dunno if it's just cos I will ALWAYS take the more complex beautifully detailed movie designs over simplified G1 cartoon but this thing is just so damn gorgeous. Probably best damn thing Hastak have sculpted all year. This is why I'm into Transformers, not that horrendously blocky stuff like (TR Sixshot and Overlord come to mind, god i hate those things)
Ok no more. I'm sold. Now I just gotta wait for the release. So I will avoid any further pics best I can. I next want to see it on my shelf.
peace out.
Posted by UberSmaug on December 3rd, 2017 @ 10:30am CST
steals_your_goats wrote:Meh. Looks okay but I'm the type of person who doesn't like to half ass lines so if I'm getting one mpm I'd like to get the others to go with it, but bumblebee and Optimus are pretty disappointing so I'll probably skip this line as a whole.
I agree on the fact that it is disappointing how lame the rest of my movie collection looks next to those two.
Posted by steals_your_goats on December 3rd, 2017 @ 10:52am CST
Carnivius_Prime wrote:steals_your_goats wrote:Meh. Looks okay but I'm the type of person who doesn't like to half ass lines so if I'm getting one mpm I'd like to get the others to go with it, but bumblebee and Optimus are pretty disappointing so I'll probably skip this line as a whole.
No more disappointing than any other supposed Masterpiece figure (the number of G1 MP figures without at least several flaws is a very tiny one or perhaps no number at all) and they are both amazing display pieces. I dunno if it's just cos I will ALWAYS take the more complex beautifully detailed movie designs over simplified G1 cartoon but this thing is just so damn gorgeous. Probably best damn thing Hastak have sculpted all year. This is why I'm into Transformers, not that horrendously blocky stuff like (TR Sixshot and Overlord come to mind, god i hate those things)
Ok no more. I'm sold. Now I just gotta wait for the release. So I will avoid any further pics best I can. I next want to see it on my shelf.
peace out.
I find the longer I'm in this hobby the less I enjoy the movie designs. To me, they're not "beautifully detailed" they're jumbled eye sores with barely any defining features. Say what you will about the G1 designs but at least they're clean and memorable. I feel that the bayformer designs try way too hard to be "edgy and cool" and often miss the mark on both.
Posted by Asepticon on December 3rd, 2017 @ 11:23am CST
Posted by Hydrargyrus on December 3rd, 2017 @ 11:27am CST
steals_your_goats wrote:Carnivius_Prime wrote:steals_your_goats wrote:Meh. Looks okay but I'm the type of person who doesn't like to half ass lines so if I'm getting one mpm I'd like to get the others to go with it, but bumblebee and Optimus are pretty disappointing so I'll probably skip this line as a whole.
No more disappointing than any other supposed Masterpiece figure (the number of G1 MP figures without at least several flaws is a very tiny one or perhaps no number at all) and they are both amazing display pieces. I dunno if it's just cos I will ALWAYS take the more complex beautifully detailed movie designs over simplified G1 cartoon but this thing is just so damn gorgeous. Probably best damn thing Hastak have sculpted all year. This is why I'm into Transformers, not that horrendously blocky stuff like (TR Sixshot and Overlord come to mind, god i hate those things)
Ok no more. I'm sold. Now I just gotta wait for the release. So I will avoid any further pics best I can. I next want to see it on my shelf.
peace out.
I find the longer I'm in this hobby the less I enjoy the movie designs. To me, they're not "beautifully detailed" they're jumbled eye sores with barely any defining features. Say what you will about the G1 designs but at least they're clean and memorable. I feel that the bayformer designs try way too hard to be "edgy and cool" and often miss the mark on both.
That's why I like Prime art (It's in-between). Make a Masterpiece of one of those and I'm sold.
Posted by transformers_va on December 3rd, 2017 @ 1:53pm CST
steals_your_goats wrote:To me, they're not "beautifully detailed" they're jumbled eye sores..
IMO, that has more to do with them being Bayformers rather than being Transformers. Ever since the first Bay film, I have been under the impression that the people responsible for these designs weren't even familiar with the franchise to start of with. Look at Starscream and Megatron.. these were ABSOLUTELY terrible designs! I think the toymakers have done a fairly decent job creating toys from pathetic movie character designs (although MPM-4 was disappointing due to the trickiness of lining everything up), but again that's just my opinion.
What Hollywood should really do is fire Bay, and get those who were involved with the 1986 animated movie to create a "real" Transformers film.