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[[Image:Shortround_toilet_mode.jpg|right|thumb|[[Daran Norris|Supertoilet.]]]] | [[Image:Shortround_toilet_mode.jpg|right|thumb|[[Daran Norris|Supertoilet.]]]] | ||
A '''fan mode''' is an unofficial mode of [[transformation]] which adds to the playability of a [[toy|figure]]. Fan modes vary from slight changes to drastic reconfigurations of the original transformation scheme. Fan modes can also improve the looks a figure in one respect or another. | A '''fan mode''' is an unofficial mode of [[transformation]] which adds to the playability of a [[toy|figure]]. Fan modes vary from slight changes to drastic reconfigurations of the original transformation scheme. Fan modes can also improve the looks a figure in one respect or another. | ||
[[Shortround (Cybertron)|Shortround]] has one of the more infamous fan modes—the toy can be turned into a fair approximation of a [http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-toy-discussion/108491-how-do-you-make-shortrounds-toilet-mode.html#post782064 toilet]. | [[Shortround (Cybertron)|Shortround]] has one of the more infamous fan modes—the toy can be turned into a fair approximation of a [http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-toy-discussion/108491-how-do-you-make-shortrounds-toilet-mode.html#post782064 toilet]. This was so popular people have invented toilet mode for Titans Return [[Seaspray_(G1)#Generations|Seaspray]] as well. | ||
Other examples of extra modes, people have invented extra modes for Titans Return [[Sixshot]] including a base mode, a boat mode, and a city mode, as well as [https://www.tfw2005.com/boards/threads/lets-see-some-fan-modes-thread.233250/page-111 others] | Other examples of extra modes, people have invented extra modes for Titans Return [[Sixshot]] including a base mode, a boat mode, and a city mode, as well as [https://www.tfw2005.com/boards/threads/lets-see-some-fan-modes-thread.233250/page-111 others] | ||
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Fans also created ways to combine the Universe [[Darkwing_(G1)#Universe_.282008.29|Darkwing]] and Timelines [[Dreadwind_(G1)#Timelines|Dreadwind]] figures in a homage to their G1 counterparts even though the molds were not originally designed to. | Fans also created ways to combine the Universe [[Darkwing_(G1)#Universe_.282008.29|Darkwing]] and Timelines [[Dreadwind_(G1)#Timelines|Dreadwind]] figures in a homage to their G1 counterparts even though the molds were not originally designed to. | ||
Fan mode possibilities depend on the [[articulation]], [[transformation]], and design of a toy. For instance, due to the [[autotransformation]] gimmick, [[flipchanger]]s have small amounts of potential fan modes, while [[Transformers (2007 toyline)|Movie]] toys have many possibilities. ''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]''-style combiners are also common examples of fan mode usage, as many fans create fan modes to make the combiners look better in their eyes. As typical [[combiner]]s each have 24 different limb configuration combinations for each robot, there are many | Fan mode possibilities depend on the [[articulation]], [[transformation]], and design of a toy. For instance, due to the [[autotransformation]] gimmick, [[flipchanger]]s have small amounts of potential fan modes, while [[Transformers (2007 toyline)|Movie]] toys have many possibilities. ''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]''-style combiners are also common examples of fan mode usage, as many fans create fan modes to make the combiners look better in their eyes. As typical [[combiner]]s each have 24 different limb configuration combinations for each robot, there are many modes for each one, though this was intended by Hasbro engineers, so not as much of a fan mode as people creating their own base modes for [[Hot_Spot_(G1)#Combiner_Wars|Hot Spot]] and [[Onslaught_(G1)#Combiner_Wars|Onslaught]] to homage their G1 counterparts. | ||
Other examples of fan modes include Titans Return [[Broadside_(G1)#Generations|Broadside]] legs partially untransformed in jet mode so as not to create a large block on top of the jet, improving what is otherwise considered one of the worst vehicle modes of a Titans Return toy. This like many fan modes makes the figure look better, but is a less stable transformation as there are no tabs or locks designed for alternate configurations. Some people also remove and reattach the leg fins to point them the opposite direction. There are other fan modes that involve partially disassembling and reassembling a figure in a slightly different configuration. | Other examples of fan modes include Titans Return [[Broadside_(G1)#Generations|Broadside]] legs partially untransformed in jet mode so as not to create a large block on top of the jet, improving what is otherwise considered one of the worst vehicle modes of a Titans Return toy. This like many fan modes makes the figure look better, but is a less stable transformation as there are no tabs or locks designed for alternate configurations. Some people also remove and reattach the leg fins to point them the opposite direction. There are other fan modes that involve partially disassembling and reassembling a figure in a slightly different configuration. | ||
Revision as of 14:28, 15 August 2019
A fan mode is an unofficial mode of transformation which adds to the playability of a figure. Fan modes vary from slight changes to drastic reconfigurations of the original transformation scheme. Fan modes can also improve the looks a figure in one respect or another. Shortround has one of the more infamous fan modes—the toy can be turned into a fair approximation of a toilet. This was so popular people have invented toilet mode for Titans Return Seaspray as well.
Other examples of extra modes, people have invented extra modes for Titans Return Sixshot including a base mode, a boat mode, and a city mode, as well as others
One example of a fan mode can be some form of robot mode combination between the Mindwipe mold and the Skystalker mold.
Fans also created ways to combine the Universe Darkwing and Timelines Dreadwind figures in a homage to their G1 counterparts even though the molds were not originally designed to.
Fan mode possibilities depend on the articulation, transformation, and design of a toy. For instance, due to the autotransformation gimmick, flipchangers have small amounts of potential fan modes, while Movie toys have many possibilities. Combiner Wars-style combiners are also common examples of fan mode usage, as many fans create fan modes to make the combiners look better in their eyes. As typical combiners each have 24 different limb configuration combinations for each robot, there are many modes for each one, though this was intended by Hasbro engineers, so not as much of a fan mode as people creating their own base modes for Hot Spot and Onslaught to homage their G1 counterparts.
Other examples of fan modes include Titans Return Broadside legs partially untransformed in jet mode so as not to create a large block on top of the jet, improving what is otherwise considered one of the worst vehicle modes of a Titans Return toy. This like many fan modes makes the figure look better, but is a less stable transformation as there are no tabs or locks designed for alternate configurations. Some people also remove and reattach the leg fins to point them the opposite direction. There are other fan modes that involve partially disassembling and reassembling a figure in a slightly different configuration.
