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What was planned for the original Transformers Universe OTFCC 2004 exclusive, was rescheduled for a BotCon 2005 Convention exclusive. Designed by 3H Productions, based on the Robots In Disguise Optimus Prime mold, the figure was to be updated with a retooled head and colors that were intended as a homage to G1 Defensor.
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There was also a "Midnight Shield Defensor" alternate version planned as well.
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Unfortunately, 3H lost the license and the figures didn't get beyond the custom figure mockups shown here. Thanks to TF Wiki and TF@Moon for the images.
All was not lost, as Hasbro managed to deliver a recolor of the Titanium RID Optimus Prime for retail release as the Titanium Universe Hot Zone 25th Anniversary Target exclusive figure. Perhaps we'll see this idea return in a future Generations edition using the HasLab mold.