Beast Hunter - I used to have the first release of TF: Prime Ultra Magnus voyager class but I sold it off. I felt that one was a bit similar to the Commander Class Ultra Magnus. Anyway, I never followed the animation as I was hopping on each episodes (I don't even really know how he arrived to earth in the first place). Anyway, I really love this new design compared to the previous voyager class although I know it is just a remold of the TF:Prime Optimus Prime. I know I want to get the Platinum Ultra Magnus but that will have to wait. Here is my review on him.
Bio
Ultra Magnus sees the massive Predacon coming from a mile away. He doesn't know who the big dragon is, and he doesn't care. All he knows is that the dragons are dangerous, and must be defeated. He converts to robot mode and leaps into the air, bringing the Forge of Solus around in a shattering blow that would destroy a lesser robot. Grimwing takes the blow, and is only momentarily fazed. The battle is short, violent, and never in doubt. It ends with Ultra Magnus on the ground, disarmed and barely functional. Grimwing stands over him. "Pathetic," he says. "I hoped to learn something from you, but this new race of Cybertronians must all be liars and savages." He leans down to look into the optics of his Autobot opponent, "Be warned. This world is in grave danger from my fellow Predacons. I will restrain them. You and your fellows stay out of my way or be destroyed." And then he is gone, leaving Ultra Magnus dented and smoking in the dust. Sources by TFU.info)
Vehicle Mode
He is actually a remold of TF: Prime RID Optimus Prime. But you can see the additional differences beside the color and everything. His wing is similar as BH Optimus Prime and can be mounted at the rear. And his hammer rest comfortably on the back; making good use as if it was a new mold. Do you notice anything missing in his vehicle mode? For those who own it might know. There is no smoke stacks. In the manual it stated it has but I can't just seems to find it on the box or anywhere. But after doing a minor research on the Internet; there were actually none. Damn you Hasbro!
Robot Mode
Ultra Magnus transformation process is quite easy. Although it share the same mold with TF: Prime Optimus; there were a few parts that were missing (such as the one on the top hood) which makes the transformation more easier. The only things that you need to be aware was the chest part and the shoulder parts.
Although the Platinum version looks more bad ass but my first choice was this one. He looks more appropriate and in proportion with the rest of my figure. His wing can also be installed with the normal TF: Prime Optimus and Nemesis Prime. But the blue color gives it away. I prefer him without the wings. And the missile can be launched on the two launcher on his shoulder (which makes him looks silly). Both missile can be mounted on each side of the shoulder but I do prefer to keep it at the back of the wings.
Conclusion
There were not a lot of Ultra Magnus figure around specifically for Generations line except for the FoC Ultra Magnus (I have not reviewed that one yet). Ultra Magnus was a great Autobot commander and sometimes I do wish for him to appear in Micheal Bay movie instead of Sentinel Prime. I like him in the G1 animation and I still want to buy the G1 reissue. Luckily; soon there will be a Masterpiece Ultra Magnus and I am going to save up my money for that one because I know that it would be very expensive.
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