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#4009A / Transformers Generations – Power of the Primes / Optimus Primal [Throne of the Primes]
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Stuff on the Office Desk: “Beast Machines: Transformers” Blast Punch Optimus Primal
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What’s with the Long Face Plate? “Transformers: EarthSpark” Warrior-class Optimus Prime #SDCC2022
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