Bearbrick x Transformers: Ursus Magnus

We’ve seen what Transformers look like as rockers. Now check them out as bears in disguise. Bearbricks to be exact. As another Transformers 30th anniversary special, Hasbro teamed up with boutique toy maker Medicom to create Bearbrick editions of Optimus Prime, Megatron, Bumblebee and Starscream. Yep, they can transform.

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You can pre-order the Optimus Prime and Megatron Bearbrick from Play-Asia for $48 (USD) each. I wouldn’t be surprised to find the other two Bearbricks there, but if you really can’t wait you know where to go.

[via Medicom via Hypebeast]

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