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IF -EX04 City Commander
Iron Factory: EX-04 City Commander
Released: Jun 2015
Based: Transformers Generation 1
Ultra Magnus
Package includes:
o City Commander figure
o 2 hand guns black and white
o 2 warhammer handles black and white
o 2 larger black guns
o 2 sets of shields with guns and missile pods
o hammer
o Instructions
Height robot mode: under 5”.
I never thought I would do a review for a legends class figure, but there are a couple of reasons why I am doing this. 1) Seems a lot of people (and rightfully so) are concerned with the high costs of the figures. Usually a two pack will run you about 60$ Cad or $45 USD (before shipping).
2) More and more people seem to want me to carry the figures and in order for me to carry these – I don’t want my customers getting crap.
Positives
Material
The plastic for this figure is surprisingly durable and seems resistant to flex. That’s right, there is no flexibility in this plastic, but there is no need for it in this figure. The figure is very sturdy and strong.
Detail
City Commander has a great deal of detail –especially for the size. The figure has lots of grooves and fine detailing – all of which are highlighted by the different paint applications.
Iron Factory has liberally applied highlights to areas of the figure that breaks up the solid plastic colours.
I dig the simplicity of the face sculpt, but the little bit of detail that went into the helmet. Don’t forget we’re dealing with something that’s almost less than a cm large.
Transformation
I was able to transform the figure right off the instructions that came with it. This is a good transformation as well as a good set of instructions. There wasn’t a need for a 20 minute youtube show. The physical transformation wasn’t complicated, but was complex enough for a legends scaled figure, just enough movement.
Joints
The figure is ball jointed in the shoulders, hips, head and feet. The ball joints on the feet enable the ankles to tilt, allowing for varied poses in the standing position. Bends are in the usual spots; knees, and elbows, as well as having limited thigh rotation, full bicep rotation, wrist rotation and waist rotation.
Other notables
City Commander comes with a varied amount of weapons. Some of the weapon sets are already included in the Sonitech set (aka. Blaster), but they fit well. The Generations Metroplex can always use more guns. Included in the weapon set, is a handle for C.C’s hammer that comes in black or white, his main blaster that comes also in either black or white. The hammer handle is hinged which allows for the figure to hold it without compromising the overall aesthetic.
Instructions
Easy to follow. What more can a person ask for?
Negatives
Figure –vehicle mode
I like the vehicle mode, but the lack of rolling wheels is a little disappointing. I’m sure if the figure had rolling wheels it would have been more expensive, but I think it’s almost necessary for any transforming vehicle to be able to roll. It’s supposed to be a vehicle? Then it should have wheels to roll.
Wow-factor
There isn’t really a ‘wow’ factor for this figure – not for me at any rate. It’s great as a legends scaled figure, and has great detail, but nothing jumps out at me that gives it extra bonus points.
Things I wished for
Just rolling wheels, which isn’t a lot on my want list. Everything seems to have been taken care of. No – cheaper costs don’t factor in.
Overall
I am pleasantly surprised at how nice this figure is. No it’s not in the ‘Awesomesauce’ category, but it is plenty good. Excellent detailing, mobility and sturdy plastic make this a fun figure. It’s easily recognizable as to who the figure is supposed to be. A plethora of unnecessary weaponry makes it that much more fun as it can be added to other figures. Yes – pricing is a bit steep but I don’t think it detracts from the value of the figure – other than resale value. Out of 10 – I would give it a solid 7, - points deducted for no rolling wheels, and the lack of ‘WOW’ factor for me. Still – great for a legends scaled figure.
Last edited by Slayback; 06-21-2015 at 10:20 PM.
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