On Monday, December 22, 2014 at 10:45:07 AM UTC, Gustavo Wombat, of the Seattle Wombats wrote:
> I could not sleep. There are many, many, Optimus toys.
>
> Commemorative Series Powermaster Optimus Prime, with Apex Bomber
> http://tfu.info/2003/Autobot/PMPrime/pmprime.htm
> The cab robot is a little cheaty, with fake windows on his chest and the real windows on his back, but the trailer is a great weapons platform, and he can combine with that to be a giant robot, and then combine with his other trailer to be an even gianter robot. Apex Bomber is a terrible robot, and a weird trailer, but he can be left off if he bothers you. Articulation is found mostly in his speeches (and his shoulders) 10/10
>
> G1 Optimus Prime, New Years Edition
> http://tfu.info/2002/Cybertron/NewYearsConvoy/nyconvoy.htm
> All of the problems of a G1 Optimus Prime (fist storage, not resembling the animation model), with dark blue windows, an ActionMaster and a matrix of leadership. There is a certain charm to the old diaclone mold that is not really replicated in many other versions of Optimus Prime, though, which pulls him up a bit higher than he would otherwise be. Plus, he has an ActionMaster of himself. 9/10
>
> G2 Laser Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/1995/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> The cab becomes a very nice robot, deviating slightly from the classic Optimus Prime design, but still instantly recognizable (if only because of the name tag), and he can light up his gun or sword. There is a bit more gray on the torso than is expected, and the blue fake grill abs are odd. The trailer becomes a battle platform with gimmicks galore -- spring loaded missiles, air launched missiles, flying disks... And, what makes stand out despite the somewhat off color scheme: his trailer has a giant mural of Optimus Prime setting a forest on fire. 9/10
>
> Cybertron Optimus Prime (Leader)
> http://www.tfu.info/2005/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> I love this toy, it pretty much captures all that is good about Optimus Prime and Optimus Primal up to this point. But, it does have the flaw that the regular mode doesn't transform into a whole vehicle. If you are combining him with Wing Saber (sold separately) he cannot transform back and look normal. Other than that, however, he is awesome. 9/10
>
> MP-10 Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/MPOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> I have only the Nemesis Prime version of this mold (Black Convoy, whatever), so I am relying on pictures to some extent. A good balance of complexity and bulk, and in scale (more or less) with the Masterpiece Autobot cars. 9/10
>
> MP-1 Optimus Prime
> 20th Anniversary Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2004/Autobot/20thPrime/optimusprime.htm
> In order, longer smokestacks and no battle damage being better. It is a truly impressive mold, hampered by overcomplexity. There are mechanical details here that Optimus generally doesn't have, but which add to the design rather favorably. He is rather top heavy and wants to tumble from the shelves and break your toe. 8/10
>
> 2007 Nightwatch Optimus Prime, Leader
> http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/NightwatchOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> The 2007 MovieLeader Optimus Prime mold is one of the truly great Transformers molds, with one problem -- it has only a passing resemblance to the onscreen character. The dark, dull blue and gray color scheme really helps keep this toy from looking too much like Optimus, so he can stand on his own a bit more. Also, the Movie Optimus is terrible, so not resembling him is a good thing.i am a bit surprised we didn't get a G1 inspired color scheme, or a Nemesis Prime color scheme for this mold.either of which might have worked better than the movie character' scheme. 8/10, but mostly for being an awesome mold rather than a great Optimus.
>
> Armada Supercon Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2002/Autobot/SuperConPrime/optimusprime.htm
> This is one of the great molds in Transformers history. He loses a little bit because he's not as iconic as some of the others, having a grill chest instead of window-pecs, and wheels on his shoulders. Decent minicon gimmick, and a fine minicon. 8/10
>
> Rage Over Cybertron Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/TRUROCOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> A redeco of Generations War For Cybertron Optimus Prime, dropping the glowy pink paint and adding translucent plastic and a yellow circuitry pattern, to very nice effect while still being very, very Optimussy. The mold is very complex for it's size, a pretty good puzzle with minimal panel massage. Great robot mode, good vehicle mode. He's not the first Optimus you would ever think of, but he makes up for it be being a great Transformer. 8/10
>
> Darkside Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2011/Decepticon/DarksideOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> It is puzzling why this is not Nemesis Prime, but he is an Optimus, so he stays on the list. Anyway, same mold as Rage Over Cybertron Optimus Prime, this time in the classic RID Scourge color scheme that we all know and love. Not as iconic, so it loses out slightly. 8/10
>
> Generations War For Cybertron Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2010/Autobot/GenerationsOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> The same mold as Rage Over Cybertron Optimus Prime, but with a similar and slightly less interesting color scheme. 8/10, but a slightly lower 8/10
>
> TRU 10th Anniversary Optimus Primal (Ultra)
> http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/TRUOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm
> A reissue of the original Optimus Primal Ultra mold, with a better paint job, and better sculpt for both the beast face and the robot chest plate. A fairly simple transformation, but lots of fun gimmicks. 8/10
>
> Spychanger G1 Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2004/Autobot/SpyPrime/optimusprime.htm
> He's adorable. A tiny version of the cab from G2 Laser Optimus Prime, with less articulation. He doesn't do much, but he does it with style. Pity about the blue wheels, which knock him down a point. 8/10
>
> Transmetal Optimus Primal
> http://www.tfu.info/1998/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm
> He transforms from an apish robot to a robotic ape. A surfing robotic ape.. I like surfing robotic apes. 8/10.
>
> Universe Optimus Primal
> http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm
> God help me, I actually like this color scheme better than the original. 8/10
>
> Optimus Primal (Ultra)
> http://www.tfu.info/1996/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm
> The original version of the mold, generally surpassed by the TRU 10th Anniversary release. 8/10
>
> World's Smallest Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2003/Cybertron/SmallestPrime/optimusprime.htm
> He's tiny. And he's Optimus Prime. 8/10
>
> Classics Voyager Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2006/Autobot/ClassicsOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> The chunks hanging off the arms hurt this toy a lot. Still quite good, but definitely held back by its problems. My opinion of this toy slowly drops year by year. 8/10.
>
> Reveal The Shield Legends Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/RTSLegOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> The chunks hanging off the arms hurt this toy a lot. Now smaller. 8/10.
>
> 2007 Optimus Prime, Leader
> http://tfu.info/2007/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> Wait a paint job that more closely matches the onscreen character than Nightwatch Optimus Prime, the degree to which the mold does not match the character is made much more visible. 8/10
>
> Thrilling 30 Legends Optimus Prime, with Roller
> http://tfu.info/2013/Autobot/GenOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> Another adequate, not very special Optimus, but with no great glaring problems. Roller is too big for him to use as a weapon, but is happily reassigned to one of the many, many larger Optimus Prime toys. The chest doesn't lock into it's slightly open state. 8/10
>
> Air Attack Optimus Primal
> http://www.tfu.info/2002/Maximal/SupremeOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm
> He is massive. Entirely out of scale with other toys. And he can hold RTS Legends Megatron in gun mode. Very close to the character model, decent transformation, he suffers mostly from not making use of his size to do anything interesting. 8/10
>
> TF:Prime First Edition Voyager Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/PrimeFEOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> An all around perfectly acceptable modern Optimus Prime toy. Transformation is slightly harder than it needs to be, but is only slightly frustrating.. This is the "There is nothing particularly good or bad about this toy" toy, which divides the collection of Optimuses into good and bad. He really needs something special. 7/10
>
> RID Spychanger Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2002/Autobot/OptimusPrimeGobot/optimusprime.htm
> This is one of those "it doesn't try very hard, and it succeeds at what it tries" toys. Not ambitious at all, but very simple and fun. Lacks anything special though. 7/10
>
> TF:Animated Voyager Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2008/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> Parts of this toy are slightly better than the arbitrary dividing line of TF:P FE V OP, and he gets a lot of credit for actually getting the vehicle and robot modes looking like the character in the very stylized animation, but the axe is pretty weak. He's just not quite there. He is very nice though. 7/10
>
> TF:Animated Battle Begins Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2008/Autobot/BattleBeginsOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> Another fine, but not special toy. This time dragged down slightly by the weird cosmic rust. 7/10
>
> RID Optimus Prime (Leader)
> http://tfu.info/2001/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> He suffers from the same problem as Cybertron Optimus Prime -- the base robot doesn't transform into a full vehicle, and if you combine him with an alternate armor (Ultra Magnus in this case), he cannot really transform back without carting along spare parts. This bothers me. Chrome on the chest tends to scratch, and he has weird calves, so he is just good rather than great. The Japanese version says "I am a goldfish" rather than "I am Optimus Prime" or whatever. He's much more ambitious than the spychanger, but less successful. 7/10
>
> TF:Prime Second Edition Voyager Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> That lightup fold-out gun thing really sucks, and the toy is actually slightly worse for the inclusion of it, since it means he doesn't get a real gun. The translucent blue forearms may bother some people. Overall, the difference in goodness between this and the first edition TF:Prime Voyager Optimus Prime is pretty negligible. 7/10
>
> Blast Punch Optimus Primal
> http://www.tfu.info/2001/Maximal/BlastPunchOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm
> The first of the BM Optimus toys that actually resembled the animation model. He's decent, but not very special. 7/10
>
> Age of Extinction Platinum Edition Silver Knight Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/TargetPlatinumSKOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> A redeco of the AoE FE Optimus Prime toy, this has a very simple transformation, limited articulation and a rather substantial backpack. The relatively sparse color scheme emphasizes the simpleness, and the chrome looks like it belongs rather than just some gaudy bit of bling. 7/10
>
> TF:Prime Cybertronian Mode Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2008/Autobot/CybModeOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> This much younger version of Optimus loses some of the iconic elements of Optimus Prime, and it doesn't quite recover from that. If the red plastic were light greenish blue, you would assume he was a younger version of Kup or something, rather than a miscolored Optimus. The toy itself is a nice solid 7/10, but as an Optimus, it drops slightly. 6/10
>
> Year Of The Snake Platinum Edition Optimus Prime
> (redeco of TF:Energon Optimus Prime)
> The darker, more unified color scheme makes this toy significantly less garish, but does nothing to address the weakness of the cab itself. The trailer just sort of sits there and looks terrible. The toy is tremendously fun to combine with all the little drones, however, which salvages the poor morbidly obese regular robot. I really hope that Combiner Wars Optimus Prime has a set of Energon homage limbs. 6/10
>
> Ultimate Optimus Prime
> http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/UltimateOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> There is something really quite fascinating about all the ways that Takara has come up with to convert Movie Optimus' vehicle mode into a robot. This is a perfectly fine Ultra class toy for the cab, and a massive trailer armor system that pins Optimus into place and gives him parts hanging off sort of like wings. And a huge gun. He says "I am Optimus Prime" before firing his gun, which seems appropriate for the Movie character. The cab is really nice, and is dragged down by the trailer. 6/10.
>
> TF:Prime Entertainment Pack, Deluxe
> http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/PrimeEPOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> A very convincing vehicle mode, matching the animation model, with a moderately complicated, but not overly frustrating transformation. He cannot turn his waist without dislodging the kibble on his back, and his hands look weirdly bolted on because of the gray plastic used for his cuffs and hands. He has the chutzpah to have fake windows placed on his chest, directly over the real windows. Overall, he is adequate. 6/10
>
> Nucleon Quest Super Convoy
> http://tfu.info/2001/Autobot/NucleonQuestConvoy/nqconvoy.htm
> This is how much difference a color scheme and some stickers can have on a toy. The God Bomber trailer is not here, but that is pretty much a wash anyway (nice added value, but not good on its own), but the color scheme is entirely undynamic and black. The stickers have not been updated for the black color scheme, so they would look terrible if applied. This should have been Powermaster Nemesis Prime, with recolored and changed stickers. 6/10
>
> Optimal Optimus, Beast Wars TransMetal Supreme
> http://www.tfu.info/1998/Maximal/OptimalOptimus/optimaloptimus.htm
> If this was a list of Primes, Primal Prime would rank higher because of the much better color scheme. Four unconvincing modes (even the robot mode, which has towers of armor on the shoulders). On the plus side, his missiles light up right before firing, so he is likely to shoot you in the face. 6/10
>
> Beast Hunters Optimus Prime (Voyager)
> http://tfu.info/2013/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> This is much more toy-like than model-like, and I can see that really putting people off. There are a lot of Optimuses that manage to do both simultaneously, so I can't really rate it above TF:Prime FE Optimus Prime (the general baseline), but a generally enjoyable toy. A bit too kiddie, but a bit awesome all at once. 6/10
>
> Weaponizer Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2013/Autobot/BTOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm (tfu.info doesn't have the red one, go figure... pretend this is red)
> He gets a lot more size than the Voyager, but he doesn't really do anything with it to justify that size. A simpler, but not bad, transformation. 6/10
>
> Age of Extinction Evasion Mode Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/EMOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> The alt-mode is G1, but the robot mode is Movie. There is a contingent that loves this toy, but I am just not finding him better than or even on the same level as TF:P FE Voyager Optimus Prime. The color scheme is oversaturated, and the blue biceps bother me. He also ends up being a bit more of a model than a toy (more for admiring than playing with). 6/10
>
> Robot Masters Beast Convoy
> http://www.tfu.info/2004/Cybertron/BeastConvoy/beastconvoy.htm
> There's something that feels a little off about this toy, which makes it feel less like an official Transformers toy and more like some weird collectable. The beast face is not great. 6/10
>
> Age of Extinction Generations Leader Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> This toy hits a sour spot, with a transformation that is too simple, but not simple enough, poor articulation and panels hanging in the way. He's not a great representation of the character. The amount of blue in the color scheme actually makes him begin to look like TF:Prime Ultra Magnus. 6/10
>
> Revenge of the Fallen Optimus Prime, Leader
> http://tfu.info/2009/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> This toy is more frustrating than challenging to transform -- even once you figure out where everything has to go, excessive force is required at times, and he will just not stop saying "I am Optimus Prime" until you are ready to kill something. The robot proportions match the onscreen character pretty well, however. 6/10
>
> Battle Blades Optimus Prime, ROTF Voyager
> http://tfu.info/2010/Autobot/BattleBladesOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> It's a smaller, less interesting version of ROTF Leader Optimus Prime, cribbing bits of the transformation. It's just not fun though. 6/10
>
> Reveal The Shield Deluxe (Laser) Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/RTSOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> This takes elements of the Movieverse Optimus, and mixes it with G2 Laser Optimus, and adds orange windows, painting some a solid bright orange that completely does not match the transparent orange plastic. Complex without feeling satisfying, this bastard offspring is a disappointment. There's a lot of potential there, though. 6/10
>
> Predacons Rising Optimus Prime (Commander)
> http://tfu.info/2013/Autobot/PROptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> The new, more detailed, color scheme brings out a lot more of the details in the mold that were lost in the traditional Optimus Prime color scheme. It improves the toy a fair bit. 5/10
>
> Generations Fall Of Cybertron Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/GenOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> He's not a bad toy, but he is one of the first of the smaller deluxes, and suffers a bit quality wise, but not terribly so. He feels cheap. And I don't like the shoulders being so narrow -- Optimus generally has broad shoulders. 5/10
>
> Machine Wars Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/1997/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> Actually, I only have Thunderclash, and am working off pictures here. He's the turbo-revving young punk Optimus Prime that we all wish existed. Decent figure, good weapons platform, neutered for this release so small children don't choke to death. Not very Optimussy though, which knocks him down a bit. 5/10
>
> Robo-Vision Optimus Prime
> http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/Robo-VisionOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> A Target exclusive, this has painted silver parts, and a little Peter Cullen in the drivers seat. The mold itself is not very good though, with a massive backpack and finicky Automorph gimmicks. 5/10
>
> Beast Hunters Optimus Prime (Commander)
> http://tfu.info/2013/Autobot/CybCommOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> A bit floppy, and just not great. Dull color scheme. 5/10
>
> Wal-Mart Deluxe Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/WMDlxOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> Weird shoulders and a large backpack make this a pretty substandard Optimus Prime. He's not terrible, but there are a lot of better ones. 5/10
>
> Cybertron Beast Planet Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2006/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> Nice try, guys, but it just didn't work. 5/10
>
> Bat Optimus Primal
> http://www.tfu.info/1996/Maximal/OptimusPrimalBat/optimusprimal.htm
> Designed back when Optimus Primal was just a new version of Optimus Prime, this little Beast Wars flipchanger is borderline adequate. I'm not sure why this toy disappoints and Terrorsaur delights, but that's where I am. 5/10
>
> Beast Machines Deluxe Optimus Primal
> http://www.tfu.info/2000/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm
> If fidelity to the character model means anything, this toy is a failure. He's not a bad toy, just a really bad Optimus Primal. 5/10
>
> Armada Superpants Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2002/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> Built around a gimmick that doesn't really work well. He has a pretty ok and solid cab and basic robot, but he just isn't fun. Ambitious, interesting, but not fun. 4/10
>
> Armada Powerlinx Superpants Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2003/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> All the problems of the original release of the mold, with new colors. 4/10
>
> G2 Hero Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/1994/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> He tips over backwards. I really love the sculpt and the gimmick, but real heroes are able to stand up. 4/10
>
> Dark Of The Moon Optimus Prime
> http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> Weird jointing, gaps in the vehicle mode, and solar panels. Not good. 4/10
>
> Dark Of The Moon Fireblast Optimus Prime
> http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/FireburstOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> Slightly worse. 4/10.
>
> Go-Bot Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/1995/Autobot/OptimusPrimeGobot/optimusprime.htm
> Sure, why not? 4/10
>
> TF:Prime Optimus Prime, Commander
> http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/CommOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> I know I have this toy, but I have no specific memory of it other than vague disappointment. 4/10
>
> Mini Movie Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2009/Autobot/MiniOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> This is the little guy that came with Stratosphere. He wasn't very good, even for a Legends scale figure. 4/10
>
> Roll Out Command Optimus Prime (GIGANTIC)
> http://tfu.info/2008/Autobot/RollOutCommandOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> Meh. A large toy built around a gimmick which mostly sort of works, but which doesn't impress. 4/10
>
> Beast Hunter Optimus Prime (Dragon Wheel)
> http://tfu.info/2013/Autobot/BHOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> A large toy built around a gimmick, which completely compromises the vehicle mode. 3/10
>
> Optimal Optimus, Titanium
> http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/TitOptimalOptimus/optimusprimal.htm
> Just a much worse version of Optimal Optimus, missing the beast mode. Possibly representing Megatron's use of that body towards the end of Beast Machines. 3/10
>
> Classics 2-Pack Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2006/Autobot/ClassicsDVDOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> The robot mode is not bad, but the vehicle mode is terrible. Still, he doesn't fall apart. 3/10
>
> Powerlinx Energon Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2004/Autobot/PXOptimusPrime/pxoptimusprime.htm
> He came with a Voyager version of Megatron in the US. He was not good. Frankly, he sucked. 3/10
>
> Legends Of Cybertron Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2005/Autobot/LOCOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> He transforms from the non-super robot to half a truck. They didn't even try to make him better -- he could have been a fine flat bed truck, but there are feet sticking up on the back. 3/10
>
> Protoform Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2007/Autobot/ProtoformOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> I am convinced that this was designed by someone who just wanted to disappoint children when their parents buy it for them. That raises it in my esteem. 3/10
>
> Titanium War Within Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2006/Autobot/TitTWW6OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> At least Titanium Optimal Optimus doesn't fall apart as you transform him.. 2/10
>
> Alternators Optimus Prime
> http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/AltOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> I never managed to transform him from robot mode back into vehicle mode, and I stopped caring. Do I still have all his parts? Who can tell. 2/10.
>
> Year Of The Horse Platinum Edition Optimus Prime
> http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/YotHOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> Why does this exist? It is hideous! 1/10

Codigo Postal <codigopostal959@gmail.com> wrote:
> On Monday, December 22, 2014 at 10:45:07 AM UTC, Gustavo Wombat, of the
> Seattle Wombats wrote:
>> I could not sleep. There are many, many, Optimus toys.
>>
>> Commemorative Series Powermaster Optimus Prime, with Apex Bomber
>> http://tfu.info/2003/Autobot/PMPrime/pmprime.htm
>> The cab robot is a little cheaty, with fake windows on his chest and the
>> real windows on his back, but the trailer is a great weapons platform,
>> and he can combine with that to be a giant robot, and then combine with
>> his other trailer to be an even gianter robot. Apex Bomber is a terrible
>> robot, and a weird trailer, but he can be left off if he bothers you.
>> Articulation is found mostly in his speeches (and his shoulders) 10/10
>>
>> G1 Optimus Prime, New Years Edition
>> http://tfu.info/2002/Cybertron/NewYearsConvoy/nyconvoy.htm
>> All of the problems of a G1 Optimus Prime (fist storage, not resembling
>> the animation model), with dark blue windows, an ActionMaster and a
>> matrix of leadership. There is a certain charm to the old diaclone mold
>> that is not really replicated in many other versions of Optimus Prime,
>> though, which pulls him up a bit higher than he would otherwise be.
>> Plus, he has an ActionMaster of himself. 9/10
>>
>> G2 Laser Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/1995/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> The cab becomes a very nice robot, deviating slightly from the classic
>> Optimus Prime design, but still instantly recognizable (if only because
>> of the name tag), and he can light up his gun or sword. There is a bit
>> more gray on the torso than is expected, and the blue fake grill abs are
>> odd. The trailer becomes a battle platform with gimmicks galore --
>> spring loaded missiles, air launched missiles, flying disks... And, what
>> makes stand out despite the somewhat off color scheme: his trailer has a
>> giant mural of Optimus Prime setting a forest on fire. 9/10
>>
>> Cybertron Optimus Prime (Leader)
>> http://www.tfu.info/2005/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> I love this toy, it pretty much captures all that is good about Optimus
>> Prime and Optimus Primal up to this point. But, it does have the flaw
>> that the regular mode doesn't transform into a whole vehicle. If you are
>> combining him with Wing Saber (sold separately) he cannot transform back
>> and look normal. Other than that, however, he is awesome. 9/10
>>
>> MP-10 Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/MPOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> I have only the Nemesis Prime version of this mold (Black Convoy,
>> whatever), so I am relying on pictures to some extent. A good balance of
>> complexity and bulk, and in scale (more or less) with the Masterpiece Autobot cars. 9/10
>>
>> MP-1 Optimus Prime
>> 20th Anniversary Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2004/Autobot/20thPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> In order, longer smokestacks and no battle damage being better. It is a
>> truly impressive mold, hampered by overcomplexity. There are mechanical
>> details here that Optimus generally doesn't have, but which add to the
>> design rather favorably. He is rather top heavy and wants to tumble from
>> the shelves and break your toe. 8/10
>>
>> 2007 Nightwatch Optimus Prime, Leader
>> http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/NightwatchOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> The 2007 MovieLeader Optimus Prime mold is one of the truly great
>> Transformers molds, with one problem -- it has only a passing
>> resemblance to the onscreen character. The dark, dull blue and gray
>> color scheme really helps keep this toy from looking too much like
>> Optimus, so he can stand on his own a bit more. Also, the Movie Optimus
>> is terrible, so not resembling him is a good thing.i am a bit surprised
>> we didn't get a G1 inspired color scheme, or a Nemesis Prime color
>> scheme for this mold.either of which might have worked better than the
>> movie character' scheme. 8/10, but mostly for being an awesome mold
>> rather than a great Optimus.
>>
>> Armada Supercon Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2002/Autobot/SuperConPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> This is one of the great molds in Transformers history. He loses a
>> little bit because he's not as iconic as some of the others, having a
>> grill chest instead of window-pecs, and wheels on his shoulders. Decent
>> minicon gimmick, and a fine minicon. 8/10
>>
>> Rage Over Cybertron Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/TRUROCOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> A redeco of Generations War For Cybertron Optimus Prime, dropping the
>> glowy pink paint and adding translucent plastic and a yellow circuitry
>> pattern, to very nice effect while still being very, very Optimussy. The
>> mold is very complex for it's size, a pretty good puzzle with minimal
>> panel massage. Great robot mode, good vehicle mode. He's not the first
>> Optimus you would ever think of, but he makes up for it be being a great
>> Transformer. 8/10
>>
>> Darkside Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2011/Decepticon/DarksideOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> It is puzzling why this is not Nemesis Prime, but he is an Optimus, so
>> he stays on the list. Anyway, same mold as Rage Over Cybertron Optimus
>> Prime, this time in the classic RID Scourge color scheme that we all
>> know and love. Not as iconic, so it loses out slightly. 8/10
>>
>> Generations War For Cybertron Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2010/Autobot/GenerationsOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> The same mold as Rage Over Cybertron Optimus Prime, but with a similar
>> and slightly less interesting color scheme. 8/10, but a slightly lower 8/10
>>
>> TRU 10th Anniversary Optimus Primal (Ultra)
>> http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/TRUOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm
>> A reissue of the original Optimus Primal Ultra mold, with a better paint
>> job, and better sculpt for both the beast face and the robot chest
>> plate. A fairly simple transformation, but lots of fun gimmicks. 8/10
>>
>> Spychanger G1 Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2004/Autobot/SpyPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> He's adorable. A tiny version of the cab from G2 Laser Optimus Prime,
>> with less articulation. He doesn't do much, but he does it with style.
>> Pity about the blue wheels, which knock him down a point. 8/10
>>
>> Transmetal Optimus Primal
>> http://www.tfu.info/1998/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm
>> He transforms from an apish robot to a robotic ape. A surfing robotic
>> ape. I like surfing robotic apes. 8/10.
>>
>> Universe Optimus Primal
>> http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm
>> God help me, I actually like this color scheme better than the original. 8/10
>>
>> Optimus Primal (Ultra)
>> http://www.tfu.info/1996/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm
>> The original version of the mold, generally surpassed by the TRU 10th
>> Anniversary release. 8/10
>>
>> World's Smallest Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2003/Cybertron/SmallestPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> He's tiny. And he's Optimus Prime. 8/10
>>
>> Classics Voyager Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2006/Autobot/ClassicsOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> The chunks hanging off the arms hurt this toy a lot. Still quite good,
>> but definitely held back by its problems. My opinion of this toy slowly
>> drops year by year. 8/10.
>>
>> Reveal The Shield Legends Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/RTSLegOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> The chunks hanging off the arms hurt this toy a lot. Now smaller. 8/10.
>>
>> 2007 Optimus Prime, Leader
>> http://tfu.info/2007/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> Wait a paint job that more closely matches the onscreen character than
>> Nightwatch Optimus Prime, the degree to which the mold does not match
>> the character is made much more visible. 8/10
>>
>> Thrilling 30 Legends Optimus Prime, with Roller
>> http://tfu.info/2013/Autobot/GenOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> Another adequate, not very special Optimus, but with no great glaring
>> problems. Roller is too big for him to use as a weapon, but is happily
>> reassigned to one of the many, many larger Optimus Prime toys. The chest
>> doesn't lock into it's slightly open state. 8/10
>>
>> Air Attack Optimus Primal
>> http://www.tfu.info/2002/Maximal/SupremeOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm
>> He is massive. Entirely out of scale with other toys. And he can hold
>> RTS Legends Megatron in gun mode. Very close to the character model, decent
>> transformation, he suffers mostly from not making use of his size to do
>> anything interesting. 8/10
>>
>> TF:Prime First Edition Voyager Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/PrimeFEOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> An all around perfectly acceptable modern Optimus Prime toy.
>> Transformation is slightly harder than it needs to be, but is only
>> slightly frustrating. This is the "There is nothing particularly good or
>> bad about this toy" toy, which divides the collection of Optimuses into
>> good and bad. He really needs something special. 7/10
>>
>> RID Spychanger Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2002/Autobot/OptimusPrimeGobot/optimusprime.htm
>> This is one of those "it doesn't try very hard, and it succeeds at what
>> it tries" toys. Not ambitious at all, but very simple and fun. Lacks
>> anything special though. 7/10
>>
>> TF:Animated Voyager Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2008/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> Parts of this toy are slightly better than the arbitrary dividing line
>> of TF:P FE V OP, and he gets a lot of credit for actually getting the
>> vehicle and robot modes looking like the character in the very stylized
>> animation, but the axe is pretty weak. He's just not quite there. He is
>> very nice though. 7/10
>>
>> TF:Animated Battle Begins Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2008/Autobot/BattleBeginsOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> Another fine, but not special toy. This time dragged down slightly by
>> the weird cosmic rust. 7/10
>>
>> RID Optimus Prime (Leader)
>> http://tfu.info/2001/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> He suffers from the same problem as Cybertron Optimus Prime -- the base
>> robot doesn't transform into a full vehicle, and if you combine him with
>> an alternate armor (Ultra Magnus in this case), he cannot really
>> transform back without carting along spare parts. This bothers me.
>> Chrome on the chest tends to scratch, and he has weird calves, so he is
>> just good rather than great. The Japanese version says "I am a goldfish"
>> rather than "I am Optimus Prime" or whatever. He's much more ambitious
>> than the spychanger, but less successful. 7/10
>>
>> TF:Prime Second Edition Voyager Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> That lightup fold-out gun thing really sucks, and the toy is actually
>> slightly worse for the inclusion of it, since it means he doesn't get a
>> real gun. The translucent blue forearms may bother some people. Overall,
>> the difference in goodness between this and the first edition TF:Prime
>> Voyager Optimus Prime is pretty negligible. 7/10
>>
>> Blast Punch Optimus Primal
>> http://www.tfu.info/2001/Maximal/BlastPunchOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm
>> The first of the BM Optimus toys that actually resembled the animation
>> model. He's decent, but not very special. 7/10
>>
>> Age of Extinction Platinum Edition Silver Knight Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/TargetPlatinumSKOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> A redeco of the AoE FE Optimus Prime toy, this has a very simple
>> transformation, limited articulation and a rather substantial backpack.
>> The relatively sparse color scheme emphasizes the simpleness, and the
>> chrome looks like it belongs rather than just some gaudy bit of bling. 7/10
>>
>> TF:Prime Cybertronian Mode Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2008/Autobot/CybModeOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> This much younger version of Optimus loses some of the iconic elements
>> of Optimus Prime, and it doesn't quite recover from that. If the red
>> plastic were light greenish blue, you would assume he was a younger
>> version of Kup or something, rather than a miscolored Optimus. The toy
>> itself is a nice solid 7/10, but as an Optimus, it drops slightly. 6/10
>>
>> Year Of The Snake Platinum Edition Optimus Prime
>> (redeco of TF:Energon Optimus Prime)
>> The darker, more unified color scheme makes this toy significantly less
>> garish, but does nothing to address the weakness of the cab itself. The
>> trailer just sort of sits there and looks terrible. The toy is
>> tremendously fun to combine with all the little drones, however, which
>> salvages the poor morbidly obese regular robot. I really hope that
>> Combiner Wars Optimus Prime has a set of Energon homage limbs. 6/10
>>
>> Ultimate Optimus Prime
>> http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/UltimateOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> There is something really quite fascinating about all the ways that
>> Takara has come up with to convert Movie Optimus' vehicle mode into a
>> robot. This is a perfectly fine Ultra class toy for the cab, and a
>> massive trailer armor system that pins Optimus into place and gives him
>> parts hanging off sort of like wings. And a huge gun. He says "I am
>> Optimus Prime" before firing his gun, which seems appropriate for the
>> Movie character. The cab is really nice, and is dragged down by the trailer. 6/10.
>>
>> TF:Prime Entertainment Pack, Deluxe
>> http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/PrimeEPOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> A very convincing vehicle mode, matching the animation model, with a
>> moderately complicated, but not overly frustrating transformation. He
>> cannot turn his waist without dislodging the kibble on his back, and his
>> hands look weirdly bolted on because of the gray plastic used for his
>> cuffs and hands. He has the chutzpah to have fake windows placed on his
>> chest, directly over the real windows. Overall, he is adequate. 6/10
>>
>> Nucleon Quest Super Convoy
>> http://tfu.info/2001/Autobot/NucleonQuestConvoy/nqconvoy.htm
>> This is how much difference a color scheme and some stickers can have on
>> a toy. The God Bomber trailer is not here, but that is pretty much a
>> wash anyway (nice added value, but not good on its own), but the color
>> scheme is entirely undynamic and black. The stickers have not been
>> updated for the black color scheme, so they would look terrible if
>> applied. This should have been Powermaster Nemesis Prime, with recolored
>> and changed stickers. 6/10
>>
>> Optimal Optimus, Beast Wars TransMetal Supreme
>> http://www.tfu.info/1998/Maximal/OptimalOptimus/optimaloptimus.htm
>> If this was a list of Primes, Primal Prime would rank higher because of
>> the much better color scheme. Four unconvincing modes (even the robot
>> mode, which has towers of armor on the shoulders). On the plus side, his
>> missiles light up right before firing, so he is likely to shoot you in the face. 6/10
>>
>> Beast Hunters Optimus Prime (Voyager)
>> http://tfu.info/2013/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> This is much more toy-like than model-like, and I can see that really
>> putting people off. There are a lot of Optimuses that manage to do both
>> simultaneously, so I can't really rate it above TF:Prime FE Optimus
>> Prime (the general baseline), but a generally enjoyable toy. A bit too
>> kiddie, but a bit awesome all at once. 6/10
>>
>> Weaponizer Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2013/Autobot/BTOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm (tfu.info
>> doesn't have the red one, go figure... pretend this is red)
>> He gets a lot more size than the Voyager, but he doesn't really do
>> anything with it to justify that size. A simpler, but not bad, transformation. 6/10
>>
>> Age of Extinction Evasion Mode Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/EMOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> The alt-mode is G1, but the robot mode is Movie. There is a contingent
>> that loves this toy, but I am just not finding him better than or even
>> on the same level as TF:P FE Voyager Optimus Prime. The color scheme is
>> oversaturated, and the blue biceps bother me. He also ends up being a
>> bit more of a model than a toy (more for admiring than playing with). 6/10
>>
>> Robot Masters Beast Convoy
>> http://www.tfu.info/2004/Cybertron/BeastConvoy/beastconvoy.htm
>> There's something that feels a little off about this toy, which makes it
>> feel less like an official Transformers toy and more like some weird
>> collectable. The beast face is not great. 6/10
>>
>> Age of Extinction Generations Leader Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> This toy hits a sour spot, with a transformation that is too simple, but
>> not simple enough, poor articulation and panels hanging in the way. He's
>> not a great representation of the character. The amount of blue in the
>> color scheme actually makes him begin to look like TF:Prime Ultra Magnus. 6/10
>>
>> Revenge of the Fallen Optimus Prime, Leader
>> http://tfu.info/2009/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> This toy is more frustrating than challenging to transform -- even once
>> you figure out where everything has to go, excessive force is required
>> at times, and he will just not stop saying "I am Optimus Prime" until
>> you are ready to kill something. The robot proportions match the
>> onscreen character pretty well, however. 6/10
>>
>> Battle Blades Optimus Prime, ROTF Voyager
>> http://tfu.info/2010/Autobot/BattleBladesOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> It's a smaller, less interesting version of ROTF Leader Optimus Prime,
>> cribbing bits of the transformation. It's just not fun though. 6/10
>>
>> Reveal The Shield Deluxe (Laser) Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/RTSOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> This takes elements of the Movieverse Optimus, and mixes it with G2
>> Laser Optimus, and adds orange windows, painting some a solid bright
>> orange that completely does not match the transparent orange plastic.
>> Complex without feeling satisfying, this bastard offspring is a
>> disappointment. There's a lot of potential there, though. 6/10
>>
>> Predacons Rising Optimus Prime (Commander)
>> http://tfu.info/2013/Autobot/PROptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> The new, more detailed, color scheme brings out a lot more of the
>> details in the mold that were lost in the traditional Optimus Prime
>> color scheme. It improves the toy a fair bit. 5/10
>>
>> Generations Fall Of Cybertron Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/GenOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> He's not a bad toy, but he is one of the first of the smaller deluxes,
>> and suffers a bit quality wise, but not terribly so. He feels cheap. And
>> I don't like the shoulders being so narrow -- Optimus generally has broad shoulders. 5/10
>>
>> Machine Wars Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/1997/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> Actually, I only have Thunderclash, and am working off pictures here.
>> He's the turbo-revving young punk Optimus Prime that we all wish
>> existed. Decent figure, good weapons platform, neutered for this release
>> so small children don't choke to death. Not very Optimussy though, which
>> knocks him down a bit. 5/10
>>
>> Robo-Vision Optimus Prime
>> http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/Robo-VisionOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> A Target exclusive, this has painted silver parts, and a little Peter
>> Cullen in the drivers seat. The mold itself is not very good though,
>> with a massive backpack and finicky Automorph gimmicks. 5/10
>>
>> Beast Hunters Optimus Prime (Commander)
>> http://tfu.info/2013/Autobot/CybCommOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> A bit floppy, and just not great. Dull color scheme. 5/10
>>
>> Wal-Mart Deluxe Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/WMDlxOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> Weird shoulders and a large backpack make this a pretty substandard
>> Optimus Prime. He's not terrible, but there are a lot of better ones. 5/10
>>
>> Cybertron Beast Planet Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2006/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> Nice try, guys, but it just didn't work. 5/10
>>
>> Bat Optimus Primal
>> http://www.tfu.info/1996/Maximal/OptimusPrimalBat/optimusprimal.htm
>> Designed back when Optimus Primal was just a new version of Optimus
>> Prime, this little Beast Wars flipchanger is borderline adequate. I'm
>> not sure why this toy disappoints and Terrorsaur delights, but that's where I am. 5/10
>>
>> Beast Machines Deluxe Optimus Primal
>> http://www.tfu.info/2000/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm
>> If fidelity to the character model means anything, this toy is a
>> failure. He's not a bad toy, just a really bad Optimus Primal. 5/10
>>
>> Armada Superpants Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2002/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> Built around a gimmick that doesn't really work well. He has a pretty ok
>> and solid cab and basic robot, but he just isn't fun. Ambitious,
>> interesting, but not fun. 4/10
>>
>> Armada Powerlinx Superpants Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2003/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> All the problems of the original release of the mold, with new colors. 4/10
>>
>> G2 Hero Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/1994/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> He tips over backwards. I really love the sculpt and the gimmick, but
>> real heroes are able to stand up. 4/10
>>
>> Dark Of The Moon Optimus Prime
>> http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> Weird jointing, gaps in the vehicle mode, and solar panels. Not good. 4/10
>>
>> Dark Of The Moon Fireblast Optimus Prime
>> http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/FireburstOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> Slightly worse. 4/10.
>>
>> Go-Bot Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/1995/Autobot/OptimusPrimeGobot/optimusprime.htm
>> Sure, why not? 4/10
>>
>> TF:Prime Optimus Prime, Commander
>> http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/CommOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> I know I have this toy, but I have no specific memory of it other than
>> vague disappointment. 4/10
>>
>> Mini Movie Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2009/Autobot/MiniOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> This is the little guy that came with Stratosphere. He wasn't very good,
>> even for a Legends scale figure. 4/10
>>
>> Roll Out Command Optimus Prime (GIGANTIC)
>> http://tfu.info/2008/Autobot/RollOutCommandOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> Meh. A large toy built around a gimmick which mostly sort of works, but
>> which doesn't impress. 4/10
>>
>> Beast Hunter Optimus Prime (Dragon Wheel)
>> http://tfu.info/2013/Autobot/BHOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> A large toy built around a gimmick, which completely compromises the vehicle mode. 3/10
>>
>> Optimal Optimus, Titanium
>> http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/TitOptimalOptimus/optimusprimal.htm
>> Just a much worse version of Optimal Optimus, missing the beast mode.
>> Possibly representing Megatron's use of that body towards the end of Beast Machines. 3/10
>>
>> Classics 2-Pack Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2006/Autobot/ClassicsDVDOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> The robot mode is not bad, but the vehicle mode is terrible. Still, he
>> doesn't fall apart. 3/10
>>
>> Powerlinx Energon Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2004/Autobot/PXOptimusPrime/pxoptimusprime.htm
>> He came with a Voyager version of Megatron in the US. He was not good.
>> Frankly, he sucked. 3/10
>>
>> Legends Of Cybertron Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2005/Autobot/LOCOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> He transforms from the non-super robot to half a truck. They didn't even
>> try to make him better -- he could have been a fine flat bed truck, but
>> there are feet sticking up on the back. 3/10
>>
>> Protoform Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2007/Autobot/ProtoformOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> I am convinced that this was designed by someone who just wanted to
>> disappoint children when their parents buy it for them. That raises it in my esteem. 3/10
>>
>> Titanium War Within Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2006/Autobot/TitTWW6OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> At least Titanium Optimal Optimus doesn't fall apart as you transform him. 2/10
>>
>> Alternators Optimus Prime
>> http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/AltOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> I never managed to transform him from robot mode back into vehicle mode,
>> and I stopped caring. Do I still have all his parts? Who can tell. 2/10.
>>
>> Year Of The Horse Platinum Edition Optimus Prime
>> http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/YotHOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
>> Why does this exist? It is hideous! 1/10
>
>
> Can’t help but wonder how the past six years of releases affects this
> list. We’ve had some quality Optimus Primes through Prime Wars, Studio
> Series, and WFC, not to mention MP-44, plus various 3P attempts
> presumably beyond this list’s scope.

On Sunday, December 26, 2021 at 7:29:38 PM UTC, Gustavo Wombat, of the Seattle Wombats wrote:
> Codigo Postal wrote:
> > On Monday, December 22, 2014 at 10:45:07 AM UTC, Gustavo Wombat, of the
> > Seattle Wombats wrote:
> >> I could not sleep. There are many, many, Optimus toys.
> >>
> >> Commemorative Series Powermaster Optimus Prime, with Apex Bomber
> >> http://tfu.info/2003/Autobot/PMPrime/pmprime.htm
> >> The cab robot is a little cheaty, with fake windows on his chest and the
> >> real windows on his back, but the trailer is a great weapons platform,
> >> and he can combine with that to be a giant robot, and then combine with
> >> his other trailer to be an even gianter robot. Apex Bomber is a terrible
> >> robot, and a weird trailer, but he can be left off if he bothers you.
> >> Articulation is found mostly in his speeches (and his shoulders) 10/10
> >>
> >> G1 Optimus Prime, New Years Edition
> >> http://tfu.info/2002/Cybertron/NewYearsConvoy/nyconvoy.htm
> >> All of the problems of a G1 Optimus Prime (fist storage, not resembling
> >> the animation model), with dark blue windows, an ActionMaster and a
> >> matrix of leadership. There is a certain charm to the old diaclone mold
> >> that is not really replicated in many other versions of Optimus Prime,
> >> though, which pulls him up a bit higher than he would otherwise be.
> >> Plus, he has an ActionMaster of himself. 9/10
> >>
> >> G2 Laser Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/1995/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> The cab becomes a very nice robot, deviating slightly from the classic
> >> Optimus Prime design, but still instantly recognizable (if only because
> >> of the name tag), and he can light up his gun or sword. There is a bit
> >> more gray on the torso than is expected, and the blue fake grill abs are
> >> odd. The trailer becomes a battle platform with gimmicks galore --
> >> spring loaded missiles, air launched missiles, flying disks... And, what
> >> makes stand out despite the somewhat off color scheme: his trailer has a
> >> giant mural of Optimus Prime setting a forest on fire. 9/10
> >>
> >> Cybertron Optimus Prime (Leader)
> >> http://www.tfu.info/2005/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> I love this toy, it pretty much captures all that is good about Optimus
> >> Prime and Optimus Primal up to this point. But, it does have the flaw
> >> that the regular mode doesn't transform into a whole vehicle. If you are
> >> combining him with Wing Saber (sold separately) he cannot transform back
> >> and look normal. Other than that, however, he is awesome. 9/10
> >>
> >> MP-10 Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/MPOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> I have only the Nemesis Prime version of this mold (Black Convoy,
> >> whatever), so I am relying on pictures to some extent. A good balance of
> >> complexity and bulk, and in scale (more or less) with the Masterpiece Autobot cars. 9/10
> >>
> >> MP-1 Optimus Prime
> >> 20th Anniversary Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2004/Autobot/20thPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> In order, longer smokestacks and no battle damage being better. It is a
> >> truly impressive mold, hampered by overcomplexity. There are mechanical
> >> details here that Optimus generally doesn't have, but which add to the
> >> design rather favorably. He is rather top heavy and wants to tumble from
> >> the shelves and break your toe. 8/10
> >>
> >> 2007 Nightwatch Optimus Prime, Leader
> >> http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/NightwatchOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> The 2007 MovieLeader Optimus Prime mold is one of the truly great
> >> Transformers molds, with one problem -- it has only a passing
> >> resemblance to the onscreen character. The dark, dull blue and gray
> >> color scheme really helps keep this toy from looking too much like
> >> Optimus, so he can stand on his own a bit more. Also, the Movie Optimus
> >> is terrible, so not resembling him is a good thing.i am a bit surprised
> >> we didn't get a G1 inspired color scheme, or a Nemesis Prime color
> >> scheme for this mold.either of which might have worked better than the
> >> movie character' scheme. 8/10, but mostly for being an awesome mold
> >> rather than a great Optimus.
> >>
> >> Armada Supercon Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2002/Autobot/SuperConPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> This is one of the great molds in Transformers history. He loses a
> >> little bit because he's not as iconic as some of the others, having a
> >> grill chest instead of window-pecs, and wheels on his shoulders. Decent
> >> minicon gimmick, and a fine minicon. 8/10
> >>
> >> Rage Over Cybertron Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/TRUROCOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> A redeco of Generations War For Cybertron Optimus Prime, dropping the
> >> glowy pink paint and adding translucent plastic and a yellow circuitry
> >> pattern, to very nice effect while still being very, very Optimussy. The
> >> mold is very complex for it's size, a pretty good puzzle with minimal
> >> panel massage. Great robot mode, good vehicle mode. He's not the first
> >> Optimus you would ever think of, but he makes up for it be being a great
> >> Transformer. 8/10
> >>
> >> Darkside Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2011/Decepticon/DarksideOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> It is puzzling why this is not Nemesis Prime, but he is an Optimus, so
> >> he stays on the list. Anyway, same mold as Rage Over Cybertron Optimus
> >> Prime, this time in the classic RID Scourge color scheme that we all
> >> know and love. Not as iconic, so it loses out slightly. 8/10
> >>
> >> Generations War For Cybertron Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2010/Autobot/GenerationsOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> The same mold as Rage Over Cybertron Optimus Prime, but with a similar
> >> and slightly less interesting color scheme. 8/10, but a slightly lower 8/10
> >>
> >> TRU 10th Anniversary Optimus Primal (Ultra)
> >> http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/TRUOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm
> >> A reissue of the original Optimus Primal Ultra mold, with a better paint
> >> job, and better sculpt for both the beast face and the robot chest
> >> plate. A fairly simple transformation, but lots of fun gimmicks. 8/10
> >>
> >> Spychanger G1 Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2004/Autobot/SpyPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> He's adorable. A tiny version of the cab from G2 Laser Optimus Prime,
> >> with less articulation. He doesn't do much, but he does it with style.
> >> Pity about the blue wheels, which knock him down a point. 8/10
> >>
> >> Transmetal Optimus Primal
> >> http://www.tfu.info/1998/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm
> >> He transforms from an apish robot to a robotic ape. A surfing robotic
> >> ape. I like surfing robotic apes. 8/10.
> >>
> >> Universe Optimus Primal
> >> http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm
> >> God help me, I actually like this color scheme better than the original. 8/10
> >>
> >> Optimus Primal (Ultra)
> >> http://www.tfu.info/1996/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm
> >> The original version of the mold, generally surpassed by the TRU 10th
> >> Anniversary release. 8/10
> >>
> >> World's Smallest Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2003/Cybertron/SmallestPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> He's tiny. And he's Optimus Prime. 8/10
> >>
> >> Classics Voyager Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2006/Autobot/ClassicsOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> The chunks hanging off the arms hurt this toy a lot. Still quite good,
> >> but definitely held back by its problems. My opinion of this toy slowly
> >> drops year by year. 8/10.
> >>
> >> Reveal The Shield Legends Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/RTSLegOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> The chunks hanging off the arms hurt this toy a lot. Now smaller. 8/10..
> >>
> >> 2007 Optimus Prime, Leader
> >> http://tfu.info/2007/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> Wait a paint job that more closely matches the onscreen character than
> >> Nightwatch Optimus Prime, the degree to which the mold does not match
> >> the character is made much more visible. 8/10
> >>
> >> Thrilling 30 Legends Optimus Prime, with Roller
> >> http://tfu.info/2013/Autobot/GenOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> Another adequate, not very special Optimus, but with no great glaring
> >> problems. Roller is too big for him to use as a weapon, but is happily
> >> reassigned to one of the many, many larger Optimus Prime toys. The chest
> >> doesn't lock into it's slightly open state. 8/10
> >>
> >> Air Attack Optimus Primal
> >> http://www.tfu.info/2002/Maximal/SupremeOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm
> >> He is massive. Entirely out of scale with other toys. And he can hold
> >> RTS Legends Megatron in gun mode. Very close to the character model, decent
> >> transformation, he suffers mostly from not making use of his size to do
> >> anything interesting. 8/10
> >>
> >> TF:Prime First Edition Voyager Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/PrimeFEOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> An all around perfectly acceptable modern Optimus Prime toy.
> >> Transformation is slightly harder than it needs to be, but is only
> >> slightly frustrating. This is the "There is nothing particularly good or
> >> bad about this toy" toy, which divides the collection of Optimuses into
> >> good and bad. He really needs something special. 7/10
> >>
> >> RID Spychanger Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2002/Autobot/OptimusPrimeGobot/optimusprime.htm
> >> This is one of those "it doesn't try very hard, and it succeeds at what
> >> it tries" toys. Not ambitious at all, but very simple and fun. Lacks
> >> anything special though. 7/10
> >>
> >> TF:Animated Voyager Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2008/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> Parts of this toy are slightly better than the arbitrary dividing line
> >> of TF:P FE V OP, and he gets a lot of credit for actually getting the
> >> vehicle and robot modes looking like the character in the very stylized
> >> animation, but the axe is pretty weak. He's just not quite there. He is
> >> very nice though. 7/10
> >>
> >> TF:Animated Battle Begins Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2008/Autobot/BattleBeginsOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> Another fine, but not special toy. This time dragged down slightly by
> >> the weird cosmic rust. 7/10
> >>
> >> RID Optimus Prime (Leader)
> >> http://tfu.info/2001/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> He suffers from the same problem as Cybertron Optimus Prime -- the base
> >> robot doesn't transform into a full vehicle, and if you combine him with
> >> an alternate armor (Ultra Magnus in this case), he cannot really
> >> transform back without carting along spare parts. This bothers me.
> >> Chrome on the chest tends to scratch, and he has weird calves, so he is
> >> just good rather than great. The Japanese version says "I am a goldfish"
> >> rather than "I am Optimus Prime" or whatever. He's much more ambitious
> >> than the spychanger, but less successful. 7/10
> >>
> >> TF:Prime Second Edition Voyager Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> That lightup fold-out gun thing really sucks, and the toy is actually
> >> slightly worse for the inclusion of it, since it means he doesn't get a
> >> real gun. The translucent blue forearms may bother some people. Overall,
> >> the difference in goodness between this and the first edition TF:Prime
> >> Voyager Optimus Prime is pretty negligible. 7/10
> >>
> >> Blast Punch Optimus Primal
> >> http://www.tfu.info/2001/Maximal/BlastPunchOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal..htm
> >> The first of the BM Optimus toys that actually resembled the animation
> >> model. He's decent, but not very special. 7/10
> >>
> >> Age of Extinction Platinum Edition Silver Knight Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/TargetPlatinumSKOptimusPrime/optimusprime..htm
> >> A redeco of the AoE FE Optimus Prime toy, this has a very simple
> >> transformation, limited articulation and a rather substantial backpack..
> >> The relatively sparse color scheme emphasizes the simpleness, and the
> >> chrome looks like it belongs rather than just some gaudy bit of bling. 7/10
> >>
> >> TF:Prime Cybertronian Mode Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2008/Autobot/CybModeOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> This much younger version of Optimus loses some of the iconic elements
> >> of Optimus Prime, and it doesn't quite recover from that. If the red
> >> plastic were light greenish blue, you would assume he was a younger
> >> version of Kup or something, rather than a miscolored Optimus. The toy
> >> itself is a nice solid 7/10, but as an Optimus, it drops slightly. 6/10
> >>
> >> Year Of The Snake Platinum Edition Optimus Prime
> >> (redeco of TF:Energon Optimus Prime)
> >> The darker, more unified color scheme makes this toy significantly less
> >> garish, but does nothing to address the weakness of the cab itself. The
> >> trailer just sort of sits there and looks terrible. The toy is
> >> tremendously fun to combine with all the little drones, however, which
> >> salvages the poor morbidly obese regular robot. I really hope that
> >> Combiner Wars Optimus Prime has a set of Energon homage limbs. 6/10
> >>
> >> Ultimate Optimus Prime
> >> http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/UltimateOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> There is something really quite fascinating about all the ways that
> >> Takara has come up with to convert Movie Optimus' vehicle mode into a
> >> robot. This is a perfectly fine Ultra class toy for the cab, and a
> >> massive trailer armor system that pins Optimus into place and gives him
> >> parts hanging off sort of like wings. And a huge gun. He says "I am
> >> Optimus Prime" before firing his gun, which seems appropriate for the
> >> Movie character. The cab is really nice, and is dragged down by the trailer. 6/10.
> >>
> >> TF:Prime Entertainment Pack, Deluxe
> >> http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/PrimeEPOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> A very convincing vehicle mode, matching the animation model, with a
> >> moderately complicated, but not overly frustrating transformation. He
> >> cannot turn his waist without dislodging the kibble on his back, and his
> >> hands look weirdly bolted on because of the gray plastic used for his
> >> cuffs and hands. He has the chutzpah to have fake windows placed on his
> >> chest, directly over the real windows. Overall, he is adequate. 6/10
> >>
> >> Nucleon Quest Super Convoy
> >> http://tfu.info/2001/Autobot/NucleonQuestConvoy/nqconvoy.htm
> >> This is how much difference a color scheme and some stickers can have on
> >> a toy. The God Bomber trailer is not here, but that is pretty much a
> >> wash anyway (nice added value, but not good on its own), but the color
> >> scheme is entirely undynamic and black. The stickers have not been
> >> updated for the black color scheme, so they would look terrible if
> >> applied. This should have been Powermaster Nemesis Prime, with recolored
> >> and changed stickers. 6/10
> >>
> >> Optimal Optimus, Beast Wars TransMetal Supreme
> >> http://www.tfu.info/1998/Maximal/OptimalOptimus/optimaloptimus.htm
> >> If this was a list of Primes, Primal Prime would rank higher because of
> >> the much better color scheme. Four unconvincing modes (even the robot
> >> mode, which has towers of armor on the shoulders). On the plus side, his
> >> missiles light up right before firing, so he is likely to shoot you in the face. 6/10
> >>
> >> Beast Hunters Optimus Prime (Voyager)
> >> http://tfu.info/2013/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> This is much more toy-like than model-like, and I can see that really
> >> putting people off. There are a lot of Optimuses that manage to do both
> >> simultaneously, so I can't really rate it above TF:Prime FE Optimus
> >> Prime (the general baseline), but a generally enjoyable toy. A bit too
> >> kiddie, but a bit awesome all at once. 6/10
> >>
> >> Weaponizer Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2013/Autobot/BTOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm (tfu.info
> >> doesn't have the red one, go figure... pretend this is red)
> >> He gets a lot more size than the Voyager, but he doesn't really do
> >> anything with it to justify that size. A simpler, but not bad, transformation. 6/10
> >>
> >> Age of Extinction Evasion Mode Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/EMOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> The alt-mode is G1, but the robot mode is Movie. There is a contingent
> >> that loves this toy, but I am just not finding him better than or even
> >> on the same level as TF:P FE Voyager Optimus Prime. The color scheme is
> >> oversaturated, and the blue biceps bother me. He also ends up being a
> >> bit more of a model than a toy (more for admiring than playing with). 6/10
> >>
> >> Robot Masters Beast Convoy
> >> http://www.tfu.info/2004/Cybertron/BeastConvoy/beastconvoy.htm
> >> There's something that feels a little off about this toy, which makes it
> >> feel less like an official Transformers toy and more like some weird
> >> collectable. The beast face is not great. 6/10
> >>
> >> Age of Extinction Generations Leader Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> This toy hits a sour spot, with a transformation that is too simple, but
> >> not simple enough, poor articulation and panels hanging in the way. He's
> >> not a great representation of the character. The amount of blue in the
> >> color scheme actually makes him begin to look like TF:Prime Ultra Magnus. 6/10
> >>
> >> Revenge of the Fallen Optimus Prime, Leader
> >> http://tfu.info/2009/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> This toy is more frustrating than challenging to transform -- even once
> >> you figure out where everything has to go, excessive force is required
> >> at times, and he will just not stop saying "I am Optimus Prime" until
> >> you are ready to kill something. The robot proportions match the
> >> onscreen character pretty well, however. 6/10
> >>
> >> Battle Blades Optimus Prime, ROTF Voyager
> >> http://tfu.info/2010/Autobot/BattleBladesOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> It's a smaller, less interesting version of ROTF Leader Optimus Prime,
> >> cribbing bits of the transformation. It's just not fun though. 6/10
> >>
> >> Reveal The Shield Deluxe (Laser) Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/RTSOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> This takes elements of the Movieverse Optimus, and mixes it with G2
> >> Laser Optimus, and adds orange windows, painting some a solid bright
> >> orange that completely does not match the transparent orange plastic.
> >> Complex without feeling satisfying, this bastard offspring is a
> >> disappointment. There's a lot of potential there, though. 6/10
> >>
> >> Predacons Rising Optimus Prime (Commander)
> >> http://tfu.info/2013/Autobot/PROptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> The new, more detailed, color scheme brings out a lot more of the
> >> details in the mold that were lost in the traditional Optimus Prime
> >> color scheme. It improves the toy a fair bit. 5/10
> >>
> >> Generations Fall Of Cybertron Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/GenOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> He's not a bad toy, but he is one of the first of the smaller deluxes,
> >> and suffers a bit quality wise, but not terribly so. He feels cheap. And
> >> I don't like the shoulders being so narrow -- Optimus generally has broad shoulders. 5/10
> >>
> >> Machine Wars Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/1997/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> Actually, I only have Thunderclash, and am working off pictures here.
> >> He's the turbo-revving young punk Optimus Prime that we all wish
> >> existed. Decent figure, good weapons platform, neutered for this release
> >> so small children don't choke to death. Not very Optimussy though, which
> >> knocks him down a bit. 5/10
> >>
> >> Robo-Vision Optimus Prime
> >> http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/Robo-VisionOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> A Target exclusive, this has painted silver parts, and a little Peter
> >> Cullen in the drivers seat. The mold itself is not very good though,
> >> with a massive backpack and finicky Automorph gimmicks. 5/10
> >>
> >> Beast Hunters Optimus Prime (Commander)
> >> http://tfu.info/2013/Autobot/CybCommOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> A bit floppy, and just not great. Dull color scheme. 5/10
> >>
> >> Wal-Mart Deluxe Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/WMDlxOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> Weird shoulders and a large backpack make this a pretty substandard
> >> Optimus Prime. He's not terrible, but there are a lot of better ones. 5/10
> >>
> >> Cybertron Beast Planet Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2006/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> Nice try, guys, but it just didn't work. 5/10
> >>
> >> Bat Optimus Primal
> >> http://www.tfu.info/1996/Maximal/OptimusPrimalBat/optimusprimal.htm
> >> Designed back when Optimus Primal was just a new version of Optimus
> >> Prime, this little Beast Wars flipchanger is borderline adequate. I'm
> >> not sure why this toy disappoints and Terrorsaur delights, but that's where I am. 5/10
> >>
> >> Beast Machines Deluxe Optimus Primal
> >> http://www.tfu.info/2000/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm
> >> If fidelity to the character model means anything, this toy is a
> >> failure. He's not a bad toy, just a really bad Optimus Primal. 5/10
> >>
> >> Armada Superpants Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2002/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> Built around a gimmick that doesn't really work well. He has a pretty ok
> >> and solid cab and basic robot, but he just isn't fun. Ambitious,
> >> interesting, but not fun. 4/10
> >>
> >> Armada Powerlinx Superpants Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2003/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> All the problems of the original release of the mold, with new colors. 4/10
> >>
> >> G2 Hero Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/1994/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> He tips over backwards. I really love the sculpt and the gimmick, but
> >> real heroes are able to stand up. 4/10
> >>
> >> Dark Of The Moon Optimus Prime
> >> http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> Weird jointing, gaps in the vehicle mode, and solar panels. Not good. 4/10
> >>
> >> Dark Of The Moon Fireblast Optimus Prime
> >> http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/FireburstOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> Slightly worse. 4/10.
> >>
> >> Go-Bot Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/1995/Autobot/OptimusPrimeGobot/optimusprime.htm
> >> Sure, why not? 4/10
> >>
> >> TF:Prime Optimus Prime, Commander
> >> http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/CommOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> I know I have this toy, but I have no specific memory of it other than
> >> vague disappointment. 4/10
> >>
> >> Mini Movie Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2009/Autobot/MiniOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> This is the little guy that came with Stratosphere. He wasn't very good,
> >> even for a Legends scale figure. 4/10
> >>
> >> Roll Out Command Optimus Prime (GIGANTIC)
> >> http://tfu.info/2008/Autobot/RollOutCommandOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> Meh. A large toy built around a gimmick which mostly sort of works, but
> >> which doesn't impress. 4/10
> >>
> >> Beast Hunter Optimus Prime (Dragon Wheel)
> >> http://tfu.info/2013/Autobot/BHOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> A large toy built around a gimmick, which completely compromises the vehicle mode. 3/10
> >>
> >> Optimal Optimus, Titanium
> >> http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/TitOptimalOptimus/optimusprimal.htm
> >> Just a much worse version of Optimal Optimus, missing the beast mode.
> >> Possibly representing Megatron's use of that body towards the end of Beast Machines. 3/10
> >>
> >> Classics 2-Pack Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2006/Autobot/ClassicsDVDOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> The robot mode is not bad, but the vehicle mode is terrible. Still, he
> >> doesn't fall apart. 3/10
> >>
> >> Powerlinx Energon Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2004/Autobot/PXOptimusPrime/pxoptimusprime.htm
> >> He came with a Voyager version of Megatron in the US. He was not good.
> >> Frankly, he sucked. 3/10
> >>
> >> Legends Of Cybertron Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2005/Autobot/LOCOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> He transforms from the non-super robot to half a truck. They didn't even
> >> try to make him better -- he could have been a fine flat bed truck, but
> >> there are feet sticking up on the back. 3/10
> >>
> >> Protoform Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2007/Autobot/ProtoformOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> I am convinced that this was designed by someone who just wanted to
> >> disappoint children when their parents buy it for them. That raises it in my esteem. 3/10
> >>
> >> Titanium War Within Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2006/Autobot/TitTWW6OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> At least Titanium Optimal Optimus doesn't fall apart as you transform him. 2/10
> >>
> >> Alternators Optimus Prime
> >> http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/AltOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> I never managed to transform him from robot mode back into vehicle mode,
> >> and I stopped caring. Do I still have all his parts? Who can tell. 2/10.
> >>
> >> Year Of The Horse Platinum Edition Optimus Prime
> >> http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/YotHOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm
> >> Why does this exist? It is hideous! 1/10
> >
> >
> > Can’t help but wonder how the past six years of releases affects this
> > list. We’ve had some quality Optimus Primes through Prime Wars, Studio
> > Series, and WFC, not to mention MP-44, plus various 3P attempts
> > presumably beyond this list’s scope.
> I wonder how 6 years of life and changing preferences would change the
> list. I think Armada Supercon Optimus would go up a touch based on fun and
> freshness to be in the top tier. It isn’t a huge jump in placement, but it
> feels like there is some big emotional gap between the 9s and the 8s, and
> he should be on top of that.
>
> (I don’t like the scale — too many gradients of bad, not enough gradients
> of good)
> > I’d put Earthrise Prime somewhere near the top of this list. Clean
> > silhouette in both modes, great handfeel, excellent poseability,
> > intuitive and quick transformation. Shame about the wheel placement in
> > robot mode, as well as the undersized and under equipped trailer though..
> Painted side windows with transparent front windows is a pet peeve of mine.
> He’s a great toy, but I will perpetually complain about this. I love the
> Dead Optimus version, and give it a pass on the windows because he is dead
> and perhaps decomposing, but I don’t know whether being dead brings him up
> or down on the list.
>
> Siege Voyager doesn’t look right, with the weird vehicle pompadour. He does
> get a pass for the fake side windows by not being an Earth mode. I’m still
> convinced that the Siege toys make more sense as post-Earth modes so
> vestigial window patterns make as much sense as fake pectoral windows on G2
> Laser Optimus. I think the mold makes a better Nemesis Prime than Optimus
> Prime.
>
> CW Optimus was super fun. And he has the proportions of G2 comics Optimus..
> He feels cheap, and the unpaintable plastic hurts, but he is so much fun.
>
> I’m not sure where I would place those three among the 8s and in what
> order, but they’re all great.
>
> Titans Return might be in the same level, I haven’t had him out in a while
> though.
>
> And Siege Leader class is an homage to a much better toy, while still being
> pretty ok. I think I would penalize him for trying to replace his betters..
> > I’m also pleasantly surprised by how well the original G1 Optimus holds
> > up. Outside of the MP line, his vehicle mode has never been surpassed,
> > and his large, colorful, and accessory-filled trailer is all the more
> > impressive by comparison to the Earthrise trailer.
> I love the proportions of the robot mode more than anything. He captures
> the vehicle-came-to-life aesthetic.
> > Points to PotP Prime for trying something new with mixed results. If
> > nothing else, we got an Orion Pax out of the deal.
> Ambitious failure. Definitely very mixed.
> > SS-38 Beewun Prime seems popular as well - a better evolution of the G1
> > design than the shardformers from the Bayverse.
> I was disappointed in this toy, perhaps because of all the excitement and
> popularity prepared me to love everything about it, and it didn’t measure
> up to that. I put it aside with the intent of revisiting it when I could
> see it fresh, for what it is. I have no idea where I put him. Oops.
> > They’re going to keep making Primes, and we’re going to keep buying them
> > til the economy collapses and all are one (in bankruptcy).
> This list reminds me that I have way too many toys that I think are pretty
> mediocre. There are a few on there that I don’t actually own, but I have
> 95% of them.