STACK #264 October 2026

FEATURE MOVIE

MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE Few pop culture creations have transformed quite as successfully as Transformers. W hat began in the 1980s as a range of transforming robot toys quickly became a global phenomenon, MEET THE PRIMES

In Transformers mythology, the Primes are legendary figures who played a foundational role in the history of Cybertron. They

spawning animated series, comics, video games, blockbuster movies and, of course, generations of collectors.

are closely connected to the origins of the Transformers and have traditionally represented some of the greatest ideals, powers, and responsibilities of their people. That makes the Primes more than just another group of Transformers. They are part of the franchise's deep mythology, with their stories helping explain where Cybertronian society came from and how its legendary heroes came to be. The Age of the Primes collection celebrates this rich history with a range of figures inspired by characters from across the Transformers universe. For longtime fans, they're an opportunity to revisit some of the franchise's deeper lore. For newcomers, they're a great way to discover the characters and stories that have helped make Transformers such an enduring phenomenon.

At its heart, the concept remains brilliantly simple: robots from the distant planet Cybertron can transform into vehicles, weapons, and other forms, allowing them to disguise themselves while bringing an irresistible mechanical magic to the everyday world. But Transformers has always been about more than the transformation itself. The battle between the heroic Autobots and villainous Decepticons has introduced fans to

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an enormous cast of characters, each with their own distinctive personalities, powers, and designs.

In the ’80s, a must-have for Transformers collectors was the Rubsign, a heat sensitive sticker that revealed a hidden symbol when rubbed. No Rubsign? Fake Transformer!

Optimus Prime stands as the franchise's enduring symbol of leadership and heroism, while characters such as Bumblebee, Megatron, and Starscream have become pop culture icons in their own right. More than four decades on, the appeal shows no signs of slowing down. Part nostalgia, part character fandom, and part appreciation for some seriously cool robot designs, Transformers continues to welcome new generations while giving longtime fans plenty of reasons to return.

Voyager Class Energon Optimus Prime Figure #910536

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Leader Class Megazarak Figure #910526

Deluxe Class Fangry Figure #910507

Voyager Class Dark Energon Megatron Figure #910540

Deluxe Class Autobot Blanker Figure #910503

Leader Class Herald of Unicorn Figure #910530

Voyager Class The Thirteen Vector Prime Figure #910544

Deluxe Class Autobot Joyride Figure #910561

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