Gamer Edition Megatron: Mega Pouting

Summary

In this video, the creator expresses gratitude to new channel members and patrons, discussing potential new names and emojis for their Discord server. They introduce the 'Gamer Edition Megatron' figure, sharing a detailed critique of its design, posing, and transformation. Despite initial reservations about the 'Warfare Cybertron' aesthetic, the creator finds themselves surprisingly fond of the figure, particularly its arms and alternate mode. They also touch on the figure's accessories and the importance of satisfying true fans, ending with a shoutout to a patron and a recommendation for the 'MP Soundwave' figure.

Takeaways

• 😀 The speaker expresses gratitude to new channel members and plans to rename the patrons' Discord server.
• 😳 The speaker has chosen specific emojis for the server, including 'perspective' and 'blushing', and is considering a new badge design for the longest-standing members.
• 🤔 There's confusion about the requirement of being a channel member for 60 months to achieve a certain badge tier, which the speaker finds excessive.
• 🎨 The speaker is open to suggestions for emojis and badges that are relevant to the channel's theme.
• 🎮 The speaker discusses a 'Gamer Edition Megatron' figure, which they have been meaning to cover for almost a year.
• 🤨 Despite generally disliking the 'Warfare Cybertron' aesthetic, the speaker finds the arms of the Megatron figure particularly appealing and well-designed.
• 😒 The speaker criticizes the figure's legs and the design of its face, which they find unappealing and out of place.
• 🔫 The speaker is disappointed with the figure's accessories, particularly the fusion cannon, which they believe is a downgrade from the iconic design.
• 🤷‍♂️ The speaker acknowledges the figure's good posability despite some design flaws that were seemingly intended to hinder it.
• 🚀 The speaker appreciates the transformation process of the figure and finds the alt mode to be more enjoyable than the in-game model, despite some inaccuracies.
• 🙏 The speaker concludes by thanking a patron and highly recommends the MP Soundwave figure, warning about the quality of knockoffs.

Q & A

What is the speaker's opinion on the new channel memberships and the patron Discord?

The speaker expresses gratitude for the new channel memberships and mentions the influx of new members on the patron Discord. They also hint at the need to come up with a new name for it.

Which emojis has the speaker decided to use for the patron Discord and who provided them?

The speaker has decided to use the 'perspective' and 'blushing' emojis, provided by Dris, and the 'PE rage face' for the patron Discord.

What is the speaker's plan for the highest tier of badges for long-term members?

The speaker plans to reserve the highest tier of badges for the people who have been members the longest, but they haven't decided on the specific badge yet.

Why does the speaker find the '60-month nonsense' unreasonable?

The speaker believes that requiring channel members to be subscribed for five straight years to reach the final tier is unreasonable because it's longer than the channel's existence.

What is the speaker's opinion on the design aesthetic of 'Warfare, Cybertron'?

The speaker usually despises the 'Warfare, Cybertron' design aesthetic, particularly due to the overly puffy chests of the characters.

What specific aspect of the 'Gamer Edition Megatron' figure does the speaker appreciate?

The speaker appreciates the arms of the 'Gamer Edition Megatron' figure, describing them as meaty, powerful, and enhanced by the extra red color.

What does the speaker dislike about the legs of the 'Gamer Edition Megatron' figure?

The speaker dislikes the 'bell bottoms made out of triangles' and the 'pervert shoes' look of the legs on the 'Gamer Edition Megatron' figure.

How does the speaker feel about the face sculpt of 'Gamer Edition Megatron'?

The speaker dislikes the face sculpt, describing it as a 'biggest most petulant crybaby pout' and imagining it in a scene from the 86 movie as being hilarious.

What is the speaker's opinion on the accessories included with the 'Gamer Edition Megatron' figure?

The speaker is disappointed with the fusion cannon accessory, feeling it's a downgrade, but is indifferent towards the mace accessory, referencing the 'dumbest sequence in G1'.

What does the speaker like about the transformation of the 'Gamer Edition Megatron' figure?

The speaker likes the transformation process, finding it reasonably fun and satisfying, despite not being particularly clever.

How does the speaker feel about the alt mode of the 'Gamer Edition Megatron' figure?

The speaker likes the alt mode more than the in-game model, appreciating the rotating turret feature, even though they acknowledge it should not be a hover tank.

What is the speaker's final verdict on the 'Gamer Edition Megatron' figure?

Despite some flaws and design choices the speaker doesn't typically like, they find themselves liking the figure, which they find surprising and not something they expected.

Outlines

00:00

🎨 Channel Memberships and Figure Review

The speaker expresses gratitude to new channel members and discusses updates to the patron Discord, including new emojis and badges. They also touch on the idea of a 60-month membership milestone. The main focus then shifts to a detailed review of the Gamer Edition Megatron figure, where the speaker admits to liking it more than expected despite disliking the design aesthetic. They critique the figure's design, particularly the arms and legs, and discuss the figure's accessories and transformation process. The speaker also humorously speculates on how the figure's expression would affect iconic scenes from the franchise.

05:01

🤖 Detailed Figure Analysis and Posability

This paragraph delves deeper into the figure's design, discussing the posability and transformation. The speaker praises the figure's range of motion, despite some design flaws like knee spikes that hinder leg movement. They also discuss the transformation process, highlighting the satisfaction it brings and the creative liberties taken with the design. The speaker contrasts their enjoyment of this figure with the typical fanbase's preferences, questioning the figure's production rationale. They conclude with a recommendation for a patron, Jazzy Drifter, and a warning about purchasing knockoff versions of a different figure, MP Soundwave, emphasizing the importance of research before buying.

Keywords

💡Channel Memberships

Channel memberships refer to the support system on platforms like YouTube, where viewers can subscribe to a creator's channel for a fee, often gaining access to exclusive content and perks. In the script, the speaker expresses gratitude to those who have signed up, indicating that these memberships are a way for the audience to directly support the content they enjoy.

💡Discord

Discord is a communication platform that allows users to create and join communities, typically centered around specific interests or communities. In the context of the script, the speaker mentions a 'patron Discord,' which is likely a private server for members who support the channel financially, suggesting a closer community interaction.

💡Emojis

Emojis are small digital icons used to express an idea or emotion in electronic communication. The speaker discusses choosing emojis for the Discord server, indicating that they want to create a unique and personalized experience for members, with specific emojis like 'perspective' and 'blushing' being mentioned.

💡Badges

Badges in the context of online communities are visual indicators that signify a user's status, achievements, or membership level. The speaker talks about designing badges for the highest tier of members, which are reserved for long-term supporters, suggesting a reward system for loyalty and engagement.

💡Figures

In the context of the script, 'figures' likely refers to collectible models or toys, possibly related to the Transformers franchise. The speaker discusses reviewing a 'gamer edition Megatron' figure, indicating that the video content includes reviewing and discussing such collectibles.

💡Design Aesthetic

Design aesthetic pertains to the visual style and appearance of an object or character. The speaker discusses their dislike for the 'Warfare Cybertron' look, citing 'puffy chests' as a primary issue. However, they find the arms of the Megatron figure appealing, showing that personal taste in design aesthetics can be subjective and nuanced.

💡Posability

Posability refers to the range of motion and flexibility of a figure or model, allowing it to be posed in various ways. The script mentions the posability of the Megatron figure, noting that it is better than expected, which is an important aspect for collectors and fans who value the ability to display their figures in dynamic poses.

💡Transformation

In the context of Transformers, 'transformation' refers to the ability of a figure to change from one form to another, typically from robot to vehicle or other object. The speaker comments on the transformation process of the Megatron figure, noting that while it's not particularly clever, it is satisfying, which is a key aspect of the Transformers toys' appeal.

💡Alt Mode

Alt mode is short for 'alternate mode' and refers to the non-robot form of a Transformers figure. The speaker discusses the alternate mode of the Megatron figure, expressing a preference for a more traditional ground-based vehicle over the hover tank design, indicating that the alternate mode is an important part of the figure's appeal and play value.

💡Game Accuracy

Game accuracy pertains to how closely a figure or model adheres to its appearance in a video game. The speaker mentions 'game accuracy purists' and their potential reaction to the figure's alternate mode, suggesting that there is a segment of the fanbase that values strict adherence to the game's design.

Highlights

Introduction of new channel memberships and a rebranding of the Discord community.

Selection of emojis for the community, including 'perspective', 'blushing', and 'PE rage face'.

Discussion about the design of badges for the highest tier members, including the 'ited hspec' badge.

Critique of the '60-month' requirement for the highest tier badge and suggestion for a five-year cap.

Call for community suggestions on relevant emojis and badges for the channel.

Introduction of the Gamer Edition Megatron figure and its untimeliness.

Personal revelation of liking the Gamer Edition Megatron figure more than expected, despite initial skepticism.

Critique of the 'Warfare Cybertron' design aesthetic, particularly the bloated torsos.

Praise for the arms' design of the Gamer Edition Megatron, noting their meatiness and power.

Disappointment in the legs' design, including the 'bell bottoms' and 'pervert shoes' appearance.

Commentary on the figure's shoulder design, describing it as 'awesome and threatening'.

Dislike for the figure's facial expression, comparing it to a 'petulant crybaby pout'.

Appreciation for the figure's posability, despite attempts to limit it with 'knee blockers'.

Discussion on the figure's transformation process, noting satisfaction and minor issues.

Comparison of the Gamer Edition Megatron's alt mode to the in-game model, expressing a preference for the figure's version.

Reflection on the figure's appeal, questioning why it was produced if not to please the fans.

Endorsement of the MP Soundwave figure as a high-quality and fun toy.

Advice on purchasing knockoff versions of the MP Soundwave, warning against low-quality copies.

Closing remarks encouraging viewer engagement and sharing of the content.

Transcripts

first up I wanted to say a huge thank

you to everyone who signed up for the

channel memberships lots of new faces on

the patron Discord which I guess I'm

going to have to come up with something

new to call it but like the patrons and

members Discord isn't exactly py

currently the emojis that I've decided

to use are perspective and blushing

provided by dris so very long ago and

the classic PE rage face from all the

roasts which sadly has to be harshly

cropped because my logo doesn't play

well in a 1ex one also I don't know what

I'm going to have leading up to it but I

know that for the highest tier of badges

reserved for the people who've been

members the longest They will receive

the ited hspec of end though I can't

apply that till I come up with the other

levels leading up to it also what is

this 60-month nonsense you have to be a

channel member for five straight years

to get a hspec event I don't want people

to have to be on there for longer than

this channel has existed to reach the

final tier why can't I just make it so

that we have caps out it like the first

year or something if you've got

suggestions for emojis and badges I'd

love to hear them but I do want them to

be relevant to the channel don't just

say the Autobot logo or something like

needle knows intensifies is on the short

list for being one of the few emojis

that I'm allowed to give you guys so do

you guys want that and anyways I've

finally gotten far enough into my

backlog that I can justify doing figures

that aren't even remotely timely anymore

so it's gamer edition Megatron but first

your likes please give and maybe

subscribe yeah I've been meaning to

cover this thing for almost a year now I

had this before I had barricade so I'm

happy to finally get this out of my

system at such long last I get to say I

like this thing so much more than I

thought I would I swear to God I'm not a

contrarian normally I despise this

design aesthetic I hate the Warfare

Cybertron look and recently had a break

through understanding as to why that is

their chests are way too puffy that's

like 90% of it actually for real

reducing the bloated torsos to something

that looks livable instantly increases

my tolerance for these designs to a

disgusting extent they go from hideous

to decent to me and this is kind of

doing that like his torso could still

slim down a little and the hips could

use some work which is kind of the case

for all of the designs in the warfare

cyron games like issue number one the

Torso being too fat by like several feet

front to back and issue number two

childbearing hips but now that the chest

is in reasonable scale to the rest of

the body I can actually appreciate the

really cool design of the arms like I'm

not going to lie like 100% of what I

think makes this design now look cool

are in fact the arms they're meaty and

powerful and the extra red really spices

them up the asymmetry doesn't bother me

as much as normal honestly it almost

enhances it it's really too bad that the

arms don't form together in the alt mode

so that way red goes to red and gray to

gray that would be really dope but sadly

one of the arms just hides away

completely anyways these are the aspect

of this design that I'm really here for

the legs not so much and it's not just

the really ugly kibble on the front of

them like guys it should not have been

this much of a non- downgrade to not

flip in the leg pieces face the Wrath of

the triple or maybe quadruple negative

everyone even I don't know if what I

just is what I mean why the [ __ ] would

you idiots put open joints like that on

the front is what I'm asking but even if

it weren't for those I would just not be

into the bell bottoms made out of

triangles and why does it look like

Megatron is wearing pervert shoes even

at the legs like you did with the

Glorious arms and then give him a pair

of kicks that doesn't make me think that

I'd be scarred for life by watching his

home movies and I might even call this a

really cool Megatron design like a backr

sticking up over his shoulders is

awesome and threatening in a weird kind

of Robo Victorian way the left shoulder

Spike's got a Vibe and it's really fun

to hinge them back up using the other

shoulder piece he's gangling without

looking weak why is it that I am the

person who has tolerance for this well

all of this except for the face they

seem to have done away with a beaker

Tron mouth so he doesn't look dumber

than sin anymore but replacing it with

the biggest most petulant crybaby pout

in the universe and it Chief at best he

just looks like he smelled a really bad

fart and at worst he looks like you just

told him that you weren't going out for

ice cream even though he really really

wants it and he's been a good boy all

day God this expression makes me want to

kick his ass so bad imagine the 86 movie

when Optimus has Megatron at gunpoint

instead of doing the no more Optimus

Prime grant me mercy I beg of you bit he

just looked up at Prime with this face

how immediately hilarious is that scene

so for looks I like it it's weird that I

do but I do it's the arms that are doing

all of the heavy lifting and the rest of

the body no longer being ugly enough to

get in the way of that but it for once

actually works for me which hilariously

means that it doesn't work for most

people there are some other cool details

in there that I appreciate but it's just

mostly the gun showell honestly it also

helps that since this is a figure that I

just have in my hands I can flip the

fusion Cannon the right way around

speaking of the accessories if I turn

this the way that I'm sure that people

are screaming at me too yep that is just

instantly such a downgrade even [ __ ]

worse of one if I do the whole stupid

weapon arm thing from the game the

fusion Cannon is such an iconic look and

the fact that it seems like half this

franchise is ashamed of it is baffling

to me look I know that all rocket

launchers are flared out to the front

for some reason no wait that's a [ __ ]

tuba oh right all rocket launchers

actually go the other way don't they H

must just be an aesthetic preference

right this looks cool going the correct

way and cancerous going the other way if

you put this on the way the game had it

you need to ask your doctor if anti

psychotics are right for you his other

accessory is a big old mace and I could

not give less of a [ __ ] about this

weapon yes I know it's a reference to

the dumbest sequence in G1 and that's

really saying something look I am sick

of pretending that the laser hand fight

in episode 2 is anything other than one

of the worst things in the whole

franchise one weapon hands you know how

I feel about those I don't care that

they were in the second episode of the

show ever everyone always brings that up

but you know why they never should the

fact that they never did it again after

that but two laser chain yes I'm sure

that works honestly how silly of me to

think that light doesn't have mass or

tensile strength so look the fusion

Cannon is what you should expect from

Megatron if you are into the Bas that's

well done too though it is a crime that

they didn't make their neck long enough

that you can plug it into the head

through his fist as for posability it's

actually a lot better than you think

head has a strong down a solid up better

than normal side to side and a full

rotation shoulders pull 90 maximum

elbows cheating for narcissists hips are

unimpeded in all directions the stupid

knee spikes that seem to exist only to

prevent you from bending the legs as

much as you should want for insane

reasons aren't actually a problem you

can cut them off but you don't actually

need to just untransform the legs a

little and they will slip right under

and allow the knees for more than 90 no

damage necessary seriously though why

the [ __ ] is this here Hasbro were you

like the figure's too good we need to

ruin it a bit so that way they don't

realize they deserve better with most

figures a foot with a slight rocker in

both directions a solit up and a massive

toe down so yeah even given the stupid

intentional knee blockers that you can

just shave down without repercussions

this is significantly better than normal

posing for a voyager basically

everything has more range than normal

even though they tried to literally

kneecap it then I figured that I

probably shouldn't but I do actually

really like the transformation it's not

doing anything too particularly clever

but there is a certain satisfaction that

I get to a lot of these steps though the

barrel Parts forming is truly lame it's

kind of excessively weird that his right

arm is just bent at the elbow underneath

him and you call it a day it pegs in

down there but you cannot do that step

and it changes literally nothing in fact

I don't B pegging in either arm one flat

out is unnecessary and just makes the

transformation Less Fun and the other

one just makes the AL mode worse which

once more the I actually like this a lot

more than the in-game model I know

that's sacr but rather than just being a

gun set between a hovering Carriage it's

a gun mounted on one which means that if

you say [ __ ] it to the actually intended

conversion you do have a rotating turret

which is kind of mounted extremely far

forward but I'll take that so Color Me

impressed I think that this is so much

cooler than normal I mean it's still a

stupid idea because hover tanks in

general are always a stupid idea how are

you going to avoid flipping a tank onto

its roof when it's fire a cannon in a

frictionless environment there is a

reason helicopters don't ever have 120

mm cannons welded to them making a

Transformers figure into a hover tank is

also always going to be silly because

the thing obviously can't hover in real

life so it's just going to be sitting on

the table looking like the damn thing is

Switched Off and hover tanks roll like

[ __ ] too you can fold up the arm and

make it look like the tank has half of a

normal turret and that's almost really

cool but I still like this Al mode at

least a little I know that game accuracy

purists are going to have a fit about

this mode but at least it manages to be

fun the inaccuracies of it aren't just

down to the intentional ways that I get

this wrong like having the cannon so

it's flip the direction that makes it

actually look good or not plugging in

the arm right it does just have the

cannon sit way more proud than it's

supposed to and I don't really see there

being a way to defend that it's wrong

because they couldn't figure out how to

do it better not because they were

actually going for something and the

weird thing about the whole Enterprise

is that I should hate everything about

this and I actually kind of like it a

decent amount the aesthetic I hate about

these designs massively reduced the

posing really good even when they tried

to sabotage themselves the

transformation not particularly clever

but still reasonably fun and the alt

mode more would I want to see even if I

just wish it were a more normal

groundbased vehicle but the simple fact

of the matter is that this should not be

for for me this should be for the fans

why produce this at all if you aren't

doing it to please the people who've

always loved the design I mean I guess

they got one new person on board with

this but I'm a freak and even I don't

get why I'm happy with this thing but

more importantly I would actually prefer

to not be happy here if it meant that

true fans got what they wanted though I

will continue to wish on my own that the

game's art style had always been more in

line with this and honestly had probably

even gone a bit further it ain't no micr

Masterpiece to be sure but I still like

it and before we go let's thank a patron

and this time it's Jazzy Drifter with MP

Soundwave as everyone's should be

I don't know how many times I have to

sing the Praises of the MP sound wave

from the mountain tops until it's enough

but I think I'm probably going to die

before I reach that point it is an

incredibly fun fantastically posing

amazing figure with all of those awesome

Vibes that the characters always had and

with the best transformation of all time

the only problem with this figure is

that it is out of print at this point

and that some of the knockoffs that you

can buy are of dubious quality always

research the specific knockoff you are

planning on buying before you do also

the one with the individually posable

fingers is like the worst one that is

not an upgraded version and it is not

official I've seen multiple people make

that mistake don't get duped with that

one it is trash and that's on have what

it to say but it's enough what it to say

and I know you know what everyone else

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