Hi, I am SlyCooperAstroBoy51, named after two of my favorite neglected franchises. This is my first forum site I've ever been apart of and am hoping to meet some great mutuals in this fandom. Here's a summary of my history with MOTU:

Growing up, I knew of the He-Man's existence because my parents and uncle were 80s kids but never watched any of it. Didn’t get into the franchise until I was a lot older. I've been a huge toy collector for years, mainly Transformers Generations and Star Wars Vintage Collection (ESPECIALLY the former) and as a fan of sci-fi and toy history, the franchise is definitely my thing. The Dreamworks She-Ra show was the first MOTU related content I consumed. Watched the final episodes as they came out and enjoyed it. Entrapdak 4ever. What made me start collecting was when Origins was starting. Again, as a toy consumer and somewhat historian you could say, I love retro homages and a figure line dedicated to modernizing the original iconic toyline complete with retro packaging was just my thing. 2022. Had acquired eight or so figures, Battle Cat, Panthor and the Sky Sled while watching the campy Filmation toon (Yeah I love it as much as G1 Transformers), becoming a casual fan and then I just…..stopped. Why? Dunno nor remember why exactly and went back to collecting other things. Now I’ve just come back after three years wanting to be more into the franchise and involved in this fandom. Why?

1. BigBadToyStore having amazing, banger sales. I got the infamous Origins wave 7. The one with the naked mini-comic Stratos that was a massive pegwarmer. (Seriously I have NO IDEA why Mattel made it more common than normal Strat), One figure usually goes for $20, I paid $19 for 4 of them and in addition got Stridor for just $7.50! and that’s just the best example. Also wanted to complete the main cast I didn't have yet of which some not on BBTS I had to resort to eBay (Teela, Duncan, Mr. Beast).

2. The upcoming movie. Even when I was off being a fan, I knew that MOTU would make an amazing film franchise. I am still optimistic. Even with the plot involving Earth that I’m sure will only be in it 20-30 minutes max and Jared Leto as Skeletor (It’s Skellin’ time). Travis Knight is directing. Anyone ever seen Bumblebee? From what we know the cast and crew are very enthusiastic. Also this is Mattel’s 2nd major film. You think they’d wanna make the worst film choices ever for a MOTU film after their first film was faithful to their brand legacy, appealed to everyone and made a billion worldwide?

3. Consuming more content: I recently finally watched Revelation and Revolution fully knowing the very controversial first episode twist ‘cuz internet, but loved it nonetheless, especially Revolution. Excited for Part 3 if it’s hopefully still happening.

Overall MOTU is a franchise that really does feel like it’s for me and I’m willing to converse with fans as I consume more content. I collect Origins. Masterverse isn’t really my thing with their 8-inch scale, but may grab some in the future for a good sale price.