#67: Skybound's Energon Universe (Transformers / Void Rivals)

This podcast episode of the Triple Takeover Toycast focuses on Transformers, comics, and other vintage toy lines. The hosts discuss their excitement and thoughts on various topics, including the Energon universe, the depiction of characters, the incorporation of G.I. Joe, and the fresh approach of the Transformers comic. Throughout the episode, they emphasize engaging and respectful discussions happening on their Discord channel. The hosts also touch on different toy models and their features, as well as express gratitude for their patrons and sponsors. Takeaways • The hosts discuss their excitement and thoughts on various topics related to Transformers, comics, and vintage toy lines. • They emphasize the engaging and respectful discussions happening on their Discord channel. • The Energon universe in Transformers comics is explored, with praise for the artwork and potential crossovers with G.I. Joe. • The hosts highlight the fresh approach and character exploration in the Transformers comic, as well as its subtle differences from previous iterations. • The incorporation of G.I. Joe in the Transformers universe is discussed, with attention to the violence depicted in the comics and its impact on younger audiences. • The hosts appreciate the attention to detail and purposeful references in Transformers and Void Rivals comics, comparing the art styles to Calvin and Hobbes. • Various aspects of the Transformers universe, such as the presence of quintessence and the whereabouts of Megatron, are explored. • The hosts discuss the design of Transformers characters, the nostalgia-inducing elements, and the connection between Transformers and their vehicles. • Gratitude is expressed for the support of patrons and sponsors, and the hosts encourage listeners to engage with them on social media.