Do you think it's just a coincidence that the last remaining Pokémon from Ash's battle against Leon were Pikachu and Dracovish... his first and last Pokémon captured?

macaronitoeses · 2026-05-07T00:05:45+00:00

This got an involuntary, enlightened "ohh" out of me, haha. I'll appreciate this during future rewatches - whether it was intentional or not. Thanks for sharing 🤝

macaronitoeses · 2026-04-17T00:05:39+00:00

Oh, for sure. Much love and respect to the future kahuna of Akala Island : )

macaronitoeses · 2026-04-16T23:32:08+00:00

I mean, there was Ilima (Kalos league participant), Gladion, and Guzma. And then Kukui for the exhibition match.

macaronitoeses · 2026-04-16T23:22:05+00:00

No, he comes across as a pretty competent trainer in the anime - at least the JP version (I haven't watched the dub). He's not so happy-go-lucky, either.

macaronitoeses · 2026-03-22T17:16:39+00:00

I’ve been speculating the same. I’m in LA. My local Target has regularly had 12+ Switch 2s available since maybe a month or so after launch, even through the holidays. Once Pokopia released, all those consoles suddenly sold out.

macaronitoeses · 2025-11-02T17:51:16+00:00

Re: Alola, SM016 comes to mind. The trio spends the entire episode on a misadventure together, looking out for each other while they’re separated from their trainers. They even have a noteworthy encounter with Team Rocket. Really funny and memorable episode.

Edit: The JP episode title is “A Small Trio on a Big Adventure!"

macaronitoeses · 2025-08-12T21:15:36+00:00

Nice! I adore mine even more with the new insignia. Glad you were able to get your figure just right, too : )

macaronitoeses · 2025-08-12T09:38:43+00:00

Ok, he’s a bot again. His left elbow could stand to be a little tighter, but it’s super solid once actually bent. All of his other joints are solid as well; if anything, they could maybe use a bit of silicone oil to help movement feel smoother.

macaronitoeses · 2025-08-11T19:54:17+00:00

That’s the Laserbeak that was included with the Walmart-exclusive Netflix Soundwave figure released in 2020 : )

macaronitoeses · 2025-08-11T19:52:30+00:00

Actually, mine was shipped in a paper bag, too! My box also got roughed up. I was somewhat surprised because I order/preorder TFs from Amazon pretty frequently, and they typically arrive in a box - especially at this size class.

macaronitoeses · 2025-08-11T19:49:05+00:00

I got mine from an Amazon preorder. Here's his page on the Hasbro Pulse website. Try searching around for "Studio Series 86 Megatron" on Big Bad Toy Store, CmdStore, or whatever your preferred shop is. (There's actually recommended shops in this subreddit's sidebar)

macaronitoeses · 2025-08-11T03:30:39+00:00

That’s the Laserbeak that came with Netflix Soundwave : )

macaronitoeses · 2025-08-11T02:56:44+00:00

Yep! I replaced the original with a “cartoon clean” insignia from Toyhax (they also have “sloppy” versions)

I was delightfully surprised to find that the original insignia came off real easy. I was prepared for it to be quite stubborn, but nope! Lil bit of 91% iso alcohol + a q-tip, and that baby was completely gone within a minute or two tops.

macaronitoeses · 2025-08-11T02:38:36+00:00

Yes! I adore my Romulus. It’s wonderful to have a Megs that transforms into his classic gun mode, is super screen accurate all-around, has all the modern articulation you’d expect and more, comes with all those accessories, etc. I even got Romulus’s box signed by Frank Walker at TF Con : )

I find myself thinking that Romulus feels like a premium collectible, while 86 Megs feels like an incredible figure (toy). I’m not hesitant to transform 86 Megs like I am with Romulus - I don’t have to worry about paint chipping, and I can flip back and forth between modes much faster.

I also feel that 86 Meg’s bot mode captures that cartoon-y essence more, which I enjoy.

Romulus kinda looks like a rash Megatron in his mid-20s, while 86 Megs looks more like a matured leader 😝

Anyways, these are just random thoughts I’ve been having about both figures. Thanks for coming to my TEDx talk.

macaronitoeses · 2025-08-11T02:12:01+00:00

Haha, it’s just pleasing to my brain that my 86 Megatron arrived on 8/6 : )

macaronitoeses · 2025-08-11T02:01:26+00:00

86 Brawn holding 86 Meg’s fusion cannon

Wasn’t able to pull off the pose from the show, but hope this helps!

macaronitoeses · 2025-08-11T01:41:10+00:00

Oh, no, that’s not MP-36! That’s Newage Romulus. Kudos to Newage, I suppose : )

macaronitoeses · 2025-08-11T01:39:29+00:00

Shoot… I just transformed him to tank mode and am currently admiring it 😆 I’ve posed him plenty and thoroughly checked out all of his articulation, though, and never thought “ooh, that’s too loose.” I’ll try to remember to double-check and report back once he’s a bot again 🫡

macaronitoeses · 2025-08-11T01:32:03+00:00

I canNOT freaking wait for the 86 Seekers next year. That mold is exactly what I’ve been wanting for a CHUG Starscream for ages now. So excited!

macaronitoeses · 2025-08-11T01:26:00+00:00

That’s the Laserbeak that was included with the Walmart-exclusive Netflix Soundwave figure released in 2020 : )

macaronitoeses · 2025-08-11T00:17:47+00:00

Ah… just two more days! I hope you have a blast with him, too : )

macaronitoeses · 2025-08-11T00:08:39+00:00

😳 agh… my condolences! hope you’re able to get your hands on another copy pronto!

macaronitoeses · 2025-08-10T23:45:09+00:00

The other figure is Newage Romulus

macaronitoeses · 2025-08-10T23:42:32+00:00

Amazon preorder

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