Comettor

Character Background

Comettor is a lunar exploration specialist introduced as a companion to Optimus Prime for space-themed missions. This figure was released in 2011 as part of a Walmart-exclusive "Autobot Legacy" two-pack alongside a Voyager Class Optimus Prime.

Key Features:

• Functional spring-loaded suspension on all four wheels.
• Roof-mounted "Cryo-beam" cannon that can be removed and held in the figure's hand.
• Opening cockpit doors that reveal a detailed interior.
• Highly articulated hands featuring a movable thumb for gripping accessories.

Alt Modes and Real-World Inspiration

• Assault Buggy: Based on a Chenowth Advanced Light Strike Vehicle (ALSV), decorated in a NASA-inspired white, gold, and black "lunar" color scheme.

Collectibility

Collectors highly value this figure because it utilizes the 2007 "Landmine" mold, which is widely considered one of the most well-engineered Deluxe-class designs of the movie era due to its realistic military aesthetic and working suspension. The Comettor version is specifically sought after for its unique "Lunar" deco, though the character's lack of appearance in the films makes him less iconic than main-cast robots. Potential buyers should be wary of the soft rubber tires, which can occasionally dry out or crack if the figure was stored in poor conditions.