Stupid eHobby. Here I am, getting close to my goal of finishing the US G1 run, and my mind gets stuck on eHobby releases. The solution? Why, getting Ghost Starscream, of course. Besides, it's a Seeker mold, and I love those.
There really isn't much to know about this version of Starscream. He was released in 2001, over 15 freaking years ago, I remember seeing him on BigBadToyStore's site for what seemed like the longest time and I just kept passing on him. There was a point in time where I didn't believe that eHobby figures were real Transformers. Even though they were released by Takara, I just felt like they were non-entities. Time and experience eroded that view, so I've some catching up to do.
I really like this iteration of Starscream. He's just so cool looking, and he reminds me of one of those fabled "Lunchtime Specials" that I keep hearing about on the Internets. And that nosecone! The color is so light, yet it looks perfect next to the translucent plastic. Look at those tail fins!
Look! You can see through Starscream's wings! So sexy.
Know the great thing about Takara Seekers? Working missile launchers! Know what's great about Ghost Starscream? Everything! Man, check out those translucent fists! Check out the translucent...everything! This is a true piece of beauty.
Here's a profile shot. Starscream is so ghost-like. I love how that orange canopy just stands out. If you have to chance to grab one of these, pick one up. Prices are all over the place on eBay. I've seen these posted at prices ranging from $100-$200, all MISB. I've also seen loose or MIB specimens going for $100. With enough patience and luck, you should be able to get one at a decent price. I got mine for $100, which I felt was a decent price.
Finally here's a shot of some Seekers, but not all that I own. Don't pay any attention to the other eHobby Starscream. We'll talk about him later...
Here they are in alt-mode. I like Seekers, and I cannot lie.
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