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Leader-1 Marble

Cy-Kill Marble

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Shooting Stars Marbles:
The Robo Machine Shooting Stars were released by Peter Pan Playthings Ltd in Europe and were marbles featuring 5 characters in both robot and vehicle mode that could be used to play games.
Original Release: 1984

I see it 😄

Robot and Monster Mode

Robot Mode

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Gore Jaw:
Monster Leg
Gore Jaw was unchanged from his original release when he was issued in Europe as one of the Puzzler Fiends.
Original Release: 1986
Released Under Series: 3
ID Number: 5

Robot and Rock Mode

Robot Mode with Weapon

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Slimestone:
Evil Rock Warrior
The European release of Slimestone was unchanged from his Tonka version, he was one of the few who's weapon also went unchanged.
Original Release: 1986
Released Under Rock Lords Series: 2
Rock Type: Silvery
Accessories: Slimegun

Robot and Vehicle Mode

Combined Mode

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Zig Zag:
Giant Puzzler Leg
Much like the other Robo Machine Puzzler members, Zig Zag featured no major changes from his GoBots release.
Original Release: 1985
Released Under Series: 3
ID Number: 5

Robot and Monster Mode

Robot Mode

Combined Mode

South Claws:
Monster Arm
South Claws remained unchanged from his GoBots release, however his name (for some reason) was changed from Weird Wing.
Original Release: 1986
Released Under Series: 3
ID Number: 4

Robot and Vehicle Mode

Robot Mode

Combined Mode

Jig Saw:
Giant Puzzler Body
Jig Saw was released under the Robo Machine line with no major changes from his GoBots release, much like the other Puzzler members.
Original Release: 1985
Released Under Series: 3
ID Number: 4

Robot and Rock Mode

Robot Mode with Weapon

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Tombstone:
Evil Rock Warrior
Tombstone released under Robo Machine with no major differences from his US counterpart beyond a recoloured weapon.
Original Release: 1986
Released Under Rock Lords Series: 2
Rock Type: Quartz
Accessories: The Reaper

Robot and Monster Mode

Robot Mode

Combined Mode

Weird Wing:
Monster Arm
The European release of South Claw changed his name to Weird Wing (for some reason), however beyond that he was unchanged from his US release.
Original Release: 1986
Released Under Series: 3
ID Number: 3

Robot and Vehicle Mode

Robot Mode

Combined Mode

Pocket:
Giant Puzzler Arm
Pocket was released under Robo Machine with no major changes from his GoBots release.
Original Release: 1985
Released Under Series: 3
ID Number: 3

Robot and Monster Mode

Robot Mode

Combined Mode

Heart Attack:
Monster Body
Heart Attack's European release was identical to his GoBots release, much like his fellow Puzzler Fiends he was only released individually at first.
Original Release: 1986
Released Under Series: 3
ID Number: 2

Title Screen Design

Game Vehicle Mode

Leader-1 holding Scooter

Leader-1 from an Alternate Title Screen

Leader-1 (Game):
Leader-1 arrived on the artificial planet of Moebius with Scooter to rescue his immobilised friends from a Renegade trap, fighting off Gog, Crasher and Cop-Tur to destroy their 6 bases.
First Appearance: Challenge of the GoBots on the Moebius Strip

And we love him for it 😌

Robot and Rock Mode

Robot Mode

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Pulver-Eyes:
Good Rock Warrior
Pulver-Eyes released unchanged from his US version under the European Rock Lords line.
Original Release: 1986
Released Under Rock Lords Series: 1
Accessories: Arrestor
Rock Type: Dolomite

Robot and Monster Mode

Robot Mode

Combined Mode

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Fright Face:
Giant Monster Head
Fright Face was unchanged from his GoBots release, though it should be noted he was initially only available individually in Europe, as a gift set came later.
Original Release: 1986
Released Under Series: 3
ID Number: 1

Robot and Rock Mode

Robot Mode

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Crackpot:
Good Rock Warrior:
Much like the other European Rock Lords, no major changes were made to Crackpot's Robo Machine release.
Original Release: 1986
Released Under Rock Lords Series: 1
Rock Type: Azurite
Accessories: Magnetic Pulse Gun

Walkie Talkie Design

Front Sticker

Wrist Walkie Talkies:
The Wrist Walkie Talkies were a set of small radio sets on a wrist strap made by Playtime, who reused the design for other licenses. The GoBots branding was limited to its logo on the front.
Original Release: 1984

Robot and Vehicle Mode

Combined Mode

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Crossword:
Giant Puzzler Arm
The European release of Crossword featured no major differences from his US GoBots release.
Original Release: 1985
Released Under Series: 3
ID Number: 3

Toy Design

Toy Design with Accessories

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Maxx 89:
Maxx 89 was built to lead the Robo Force- an elite crime fighting team of the future, but was made obsolete by the Utopia Aegis 101 line. When they go wrong, however, Maxx must become the leader he was designed to be.
Original Release: 2024
Released Under Series: 1, 2

Toy Design

Toy Design with Maxx Steele, S.O.T.A, Wrecker and Blazer

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Command Patroller:
Master Robot Transport and Base Station
The Command Patroller has the firepower to easily take on any threat, using revolving airlock bay doors, a 360° swivel laser tank cannon, front-mounted battering ram and laser cannon mounts.
Original Release: 1984

Toy Design

Catalogue Design

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Tiltor:
The Changer
Tiltor is the only series 2 Robo Force figure that has resurfaced physically since he was cancelled with the line, appearing in Cruel's Packaging. He can tilt at the waist and his head can open.
Planned Release: 1985
Planned Under Series: 2

Toy Design

Toy Design with Accessory

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Blazer:
The Ignitor
Blazer is the craziest member of the Robo Force which, combined with his ability to shoot hot plasma and cryogenic water from his nozzles, makes him a formidable opponent for his enemies.
Original Release: 1984
Released Under Series: 1

Toy Design with Accessories

Toy Design

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Vulgar:
The Destroyer
Vulgar is a destructive enemy of Robo Force and follower of Hun-Dred, who uses the drill bit on his head and loaded mace blaster to cause as much destruction as possible.
Original Release: 1984
Released Under Series: 1

Toy Design with Accessories

Toy Design

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Sentinel:
The Protector
Sentinel is always ready for a fight, no matter the odds! Equipped with a permanent laser gun in his head, and two weapons in his backpack, Sentinel is also the main driver of the Command Patroller.
Original Release: 1984
Released Under Series: 1

Toy Design with Accessory

Toy Design

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S.O.T.A:
The Creator
S.O.T.A. is a state-of-the-art member of Robo Force, a highly intelligent professor that uses his information-collection disk to gather data on his enemies, helped by his infra-red vision and extended hearing.
Original Release: 1984
Released Under Series: 1

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Leader-1 (Stunt Plane):
The Leader-1 stunt plane was released by Associate Hobby Manufacturers (who also produced the GoBots Battle Train Set) and was a foam glider with Leader-1 on it that could be launched to 'fly'.
Original Release: 1985

Robot Mode

Jet and Transporter Mode

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Re-Volt:
The Robo Machine release of Chaos swapped his name for Re-Volt (for some bizarre reason) but otherwise was unchanged from his GoBots release.
Original Release: 1986
Released Under Ultrabots Series: 1

Robot and Rock Mode

Weapon Comparison

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Granite:
Good Rock Warrior
The European release of Granite featured no major changes from his US release beyond changing his weapon from red to black.
Original Release: 1986
Released Under Rock Lords Series: 1
Accessories: T-Gun
Rock Type: Granite

Gun Design

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Thundercats Release

Mighty Pistol:
Mighty Pistol was a (yet another) licensed item produced by Gordy International. It was a red gun with the GoBots logo on it that made a click when you pulled the trigger. The mold was later reused for the Thundercats brand.
Original Release: 1984

Robot and Jet Mode

Robot Mode

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Spy-Eye:
Guardian Robot Jet
The European release of Spy-Eye featured new stickers not included on the GoBots version but otherwise featured no changes. He is also much easier to find than the US release.
Original Release: 1985
Released Under DX Series: 3
ID Number: 36