Menasor, the fearsome Decepticon combiner formed from the notorious Stunticons, has torn through the Transformers universe in various iterations. Today, we’ll compare two titans – the Titans Return Menasor (2017) and the Legacy Menasor (2023) – and dissect their details, launch dates, and model intricacies to determine which version reigns supreme in the junkyard.
1. Included Components:
Titans Return Menasor:
- Motormaster (Leader Class, semi-truck)
- Wildrider (Voyager Class, dragster)
- Drag Strip (Deluxe Class, muscle car)
- Dead End (Voyager Class, sports car)
- Breakdown (Voyager Class, monster truck)
- Combiner weapons (rifle, sawblades, etc.)
- Hand and foot accessories
Legacy Menasor:
- Motormaster (Leader Class, semi-truck)
- Wildrider (Voyager Class, dragster)
- Drag Strip (Voyager Class, muscle car)
- Dead End (Voyager Class, sports car)
- Breakdown (Voyager Class, monster truck)
- Individual weapons (cannon, flamethrowers, sawblades, etc.)
- Combined Menasor weapon (massive cannon)
- Optional trailer for Motormaster
- Additional battle accessories
2. Launch Dates:
- Titans Return Menasor: September 2017
- Legacy Menasor: August 2023
3. Model Details:
Titans Return Menasor:
- Chunkier, blockier aesthetics closer to the G1 cartoon style.
- Simpler transformations with fewer articulation points.
- Plastic quality might feel less refined compared to later releases.
- Menasor’s combined mode has limited leg articulation.
Legacy Menasor:
- Sleeker, more detailed designs with sharper lines and intricate sculpting.
- Complex transformations offering a satisfying puzzle-like experience.
- Improved articulation in both individual and combined modes.
- Menasor boasts superior posability and weapon wielding options.
4. Conclusion:
Both versions of Menasor have their merits. Titans Return offers nostalgia and affordability, while Legacy delivers superior engineering, enhanced aesthetics, and greater playability. However, the crown belongs to the Legacy Menasor. He boasts improved details, a more rewarding transformation puzzle, and dynamic posability, making him the ultimate Menasor for dedicated collectors and those seeking the finest expression of this Decepticon titan.
For even deeper dives, you can explore:
- Specific articulation points and joint types in each version.
- Comparisons of individual Stunticon designs and transformations.
- Reviews of additional accessories or add-on kits available for each Menasor.
- Personal opinions and nostalgia factors for the Titans Return model.
