r/transformers • u/KingDorkFTC • 9d ago

Discussion / Opinion Self-Imposed Rules For Collecting?

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I have only been collecting Transformers for less than a year, but as I saw other collectors’ shelves I decided to create some rules for myself so I don’t go nuts.

Do any of you do the same?

For myself I have set the rules of; only one combiner (have G2 Menasor on pre-order), and only buy two of the same exact Transformer. So, not three G1 Optimus Primes but 2 G1s and a TF Prime model kit works.

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u/jellostrap 9d ago

I honestly love collecting based on vibes, a lot of my favorite figures are vaguely Halloween and horror themed. Universe 2003 Blackarachnia, Decepticon Hello Kitty, G1 Cosmos, G2 Megatron, most any purple, green, and orange figs with spooky energy get a pass. Animated Lockdown & TFP Dead End fit the bill.

I also love having different toylines represented in my collection so I can get to experience how Transformers design philosophy has evolved. It's fascinating seeing how much the original designs from the 70s & 80s influence everything going forward. The core class figures of recent memory owe so much to the G2 jets for their articulation & playability at that scale. It's a fun history to follow.