Cyberverse Legion | EVAC

10.08.2013 – Rarely, a Transformers character created exclusively for a theme park ride would ever have its own figure. The Transformers: The Ride at Universal Studios made that possible with the creation of EVAC, which does not exist in other forms of media, such as comics or animation. But with EVAC, his existence in a theme park that also featured characters from the Bayverse movies cements his existence in this particular universe. It’s interesting how one character can be sought after despite little details only shown in toy bios and promotional material, and yet be the main character in a theme park ride.

It’s no surprise that EVAC is exclusive to the theme park at Universal Studios, which produced a Deluxe Class scale version of EVAC that is not available in retail. You need to visit Universal Studios to acquire the said figure at the Transformers Supply Vault, which can be accessed after you have experienced the ride in 3D.

What’s surprising is that there’s a smaller version of EVAC that was available not only at Universal Studios, but also at US retail markets. It would be uncommon if it were sold in the Philippines and select Asian countries, as it is an obscure character.

But this version is in Legion Class scale, which is best to bring in your pocket if you’re that type of person who wants a Transformer keeping you company in your travels. Rarely, you’ll find anyone who would enjoy pocket-sized Transformers besides being that affordable for the kids and kids at heart.

Not Part of PRIME

The Legion Class EVAC is packaged similarly to other Transformers Prime assortments, omitting the word ‘Prime’ in the product. There has been news that there are three packaging variations for this figure, since it is also available at Universal Studios and in the United Kingdom as a co-branded Cyberverse product.

Like all Legion Class scale figures, EVAC comes packaged in a blister bubble. The details of the character can be found on the back, while his bio detailing his Strength, Speed, and other information can be found on the side of the blister cardboard insert.

There are no cross-sell product details available on the back of the card, but he’s part of the Cyberverse Series Two’s second wave release. Also, you can only see artwork of his face/bust included in that cardboard insert that features all his abilities.

Tiny Details in Robot Mode

Just like its Deluxe Class-sized brother, Cyberverse EVAC has all the details of the bigger figure shrunk in this scale. He also comes with a twin-barrel weapon accessory with a 3mm peg that can be pegged to his arms in robot and vehicle mode.

He can also hold the weapon through his open fists if he wants to take matters hands-on in taking out the Decepticons. For this Legion Class size, don’t expect this figure to have a lot of articulation. His head doesn’t move, while having ball joint connectors to both of his shoulders, he doesn’t have elbows.

But this figure still can bend at the knee since it is part of his transformation into his supercar mode. Despite the limited points of articulation, this figure looks fun to bring outdoors to keep you company in your everyday travels.

Supercar Mode

Transformation is basic. It is indicated in the packaging; it’s on level one. Changing into the supercar mode takes less than a minute. The level of detail of the car mode is very basic if you compare it to its Deluxe Class-sized brother.

The windows are opaque black; since this is a budget Transformer, expect some of the details are not what you hope for. You can peg the blaster to either side of the car for storage. This copy has a gummy weapon, and it’s challenging to slot the weapon into the side of the car. Still, it doesn’t hinder how it would roll on the floor.

You can see the difference between a Deluxe Class and a Legion Class in all the details. But it will depend on your preference: which one would be anyone’s favourite in car mode or even in robot mode.

Overall, the Legion Class Cyberverse EVAC brings size variety to the character despite being an exclusive-only toy in a theme park. But this version allows others to own the smaller one without paying a premium.

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