Transformers News

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Transformers: Dark of the Moon - Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime and Bumblebee were present at the Shizuoka Hobby Show 2011.

Set to release on June 25th, these images of the figures are brought to us by two blogs.

Take a look at the Mirrored Images, after the jump.

Original Source: Takara-Tomy Exhibit - Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime And Bumblebee From Shizuoka Hobby Show 2011 - Transformer World 2005

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Original Source: Dark of the Moon Cyberverse Assortment Video Review - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Quite a lot of new Transformers: Dark of the Moon stuff popped up everywhere and there are few things from the Toys “R” Us, Hong Kong Update that needs some individual attention.

First up… See the thumbnail image of this news post. Yep, it’s a clear version of the recently seen Megatron render from Hasbro. Richard Prime of S4TE Forums found the image for us. Click it to take a better look.

Speaking of Megatron render… notice the Characters Section of Toys “R” Us website? It’s another clear pic of another recently seen render of Megatron by Hasbro.

Our site admin Tony Bacala is also sharing with us a bunch of images he got.

Toys “R” Us is also having a bit of (well actually “a LOT of) Moonlight Mania! DOTM Toy Release Date activities. You can check ‘em out here. Ultraq of TFW2005 is bringing us the news of TRU Exclusives which includes “Trans-Scan Starscream” (part of an Exclusive Cyberverse 4-Pack).

Meanwhile xion14 is telling us about Transformers 3 Thundercracker (repaint of Starcream) and Mudflap. From Taobao Auctions. You can read the Bios, after the jump.

Stay Tuned… More Transformers: Dark of the Moon News… heading your way!

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Renders, Bios And Toy Info - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Joe Moore @ TFW2005.com

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Today we're going with a jumbled mix of various, what I consider interesting, listings for our Featured Ebay Auctions. No theme, just some cool stuff I came across. Plus, I saw a low starting bid for the Reveal the Shield Scouts including Windcharger, you know, the guy not seeing a North American release. Check them out below.

• Generation 1 Laserbeak Prototype
• Generation 1 1985 McDonald's Happy Meal Bumbleebee Sealed
• Japanese Original Generation 1 C-108 Targetmaster Artfire Sealed
• Japanese Original Generation 1 TF-04 Guard City In Box
• Japanese Original Generation 1 TF-10 Battle Gaia Loose Complete
• Generations/Reveal The Shield Breacher, Backfire, Sunspot, Insecticon, Chopsaw & Windcharger

More pics available on the auctions.

Original Source: Featured Ebay Auctions - Prototype, Rare Figures and More - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Following Richard Prime’s finding of Transformers: Dark of the Moon Megatron coin, our LimeWire found 2 more coins from Perth Mint, featuring Optimus Prime and Bumblebee.

PERTH MINT JUNE COIN RELEASES AVAILABLE FROM TUESDAY 7TH JUNE 2011:
Transformers – The Dark of The Moon Megatron, Optimus Prime and Bumblebee 1oz Silver Proof Coins.

Take a look at the three coins, after the jump.

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Coins - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Optimus Prime took some time away from hunting down Decepticons for a visit to the Maxim’s Hot 100 Party (Not even he can resist an invitation to see the world’s hottest celebrity girls).

Mr. Michael Bay; the director of Transformers Live Action Movie Series was there to escort lovely Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, who is now crowned as the Hottest Girl… In-The-World!

Carly looked stunning in her £465 dress by Max Mara (according to Daily Mail).

Nelson Lauren; admin of Michael Bay Official Website is sharing with us some exclusive images from the event. You can visit the website to take a look at the photos.

P.S: Nope, they haven’t shown any footage of TF3 at the party though.

Original Source: Optimus Prime Visits The Maxim's Hot 100 Party - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Botcon has tweeted that Generation 1 voice actor Jack Angel will be attending Botcon 2011 - his first ever Botcon appearance! Jack Angel is responsible for voicing a great many characters who you can see in the image at left, who include Astrotrain, Ramjet, Cyclonus, Omega Supreme, and Ultra Magnus (in season 3 only). He has also provided voices for many other characters, including King Zarkon in Voltron and Hawkman, The Flash and Samurai in Super Friends. To get a taste of what you can expect from a panel with Jack, check out our interview with him from 2007.

With six confirmed guests, this year is shaping up to be another memorable Botcon! Stay tuned for more updates!

Original Source: Jack Angel to Attend Botcon 2011 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Rakutan seller Toysanta has updated with an interesting new item - Transformers DVD Legend, a "candy DVD" set. Each pack comes with a Japanese language DVD with a Generation 1 (Fight! Super Robot Lifeform) or 2010 series episode and some candy. The episodes in the set include:

Transport to Oblivion
SOS Dinobots
The Master Builder
Kremzeek!
Hoist Goes Hollywood
Madman's Paradise
Webworld
The Burden Hardest to Bear

No toys, but cool DVDs instead. Kind of cool as a curio. Many thanks to 2005 boards member Ricochet for the help with translating and understanding the original store listing.

Original Source: Transformers DVD Legend - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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One of the highlights of having a great group of voice actors attend any convention is when there is a script reading - a chance for fans and voice actors to have a laugh and perform together in specially written fan episodes. A highlight of Auto Assembly 2009 and 2010 were their script readings, which were penned by Simon Furman. Uploaded here to Youtube for your enjoyment, presented by Dinotron and featuring the talents of Gregg Berger, Ian James Corlett, Nick Roche, and the one and only Simon Williams is the Auto Assembly 2009 script reading! Stay tuned for the Auto Assembly 2010 script reading, coming to Youtube in the next few days.

Original Source: Auto Assembly 2009 Script Reading on Youtube - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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A dedicated website for Transformers: Dark of the Moon Score and Soundtrack is now online. Only Linkin Park’s Iridescent is available to listen, but judging by the Next and Back buttons, there may be a good chance to listen to the rest of the album samples in the future.

Linkin Park’s Iridescent single will be out, this May 17th and we might get to see the Official Music Video.

The Score is composed by Steve Jablonsky with the help of Hans Zimmer, both of the being giants in their respective field.

You are also given the opportunity to buy straight from Warner Records as well.

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Score And Soundtrack Official Website Now Online - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

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One of the most promising sublines, in the Transformers 3 Dark Of The Moon line is Cyberverse. What these toys lack in size, they make up for in playability. By launch day(May 16th), a wide variety of Cyberverse figures will be available at retail, one of them being Blackout with Scorponok.

Some stores have put the new movie toys on shelves, and wave 2, which includes Blackout and Powerglide has already been sighted. I have reviewed Blackout, but is he a worthy figure of the devastating Decepticon? Read on to see how this new figure turned out!

Original Source: Cyberverse Commander Blackout Review - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: TM2 D-bot @ TFW2005.com

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Legends Pack & Optimus Prime with Commetor Exclusives Video Reviews - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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MikeShinodaClan is reporting that several US Radio Stations are now announcing contests to win tickets to see Linkin Park in Russia for the Transformers: Dark of the Moon Premiere.

Houston radio station, 94.5 The Buzz is even offering tickets to see an Advance Screening happening a week before the official release of the movie.

Each station is offering different facilities to see the movie and the concert. You can check out all the details gathered by MikeShinodaClan by visiting their website.

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Russian Premiere, Linkin Park Concert And Advance Screening Promotion - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Boards member Cth has shared with us a nice selection of images from the two new Dark of the Moon children's books, The Lost Autobot and Optimus Prime's Friends and Foes. Friends and Foes in particular features more information on the new heretofore unseen new members of Optimus Prime's team, Wheeljack - the einstein looking robot, who outfits NEST with special gear to allow them to fight Transformers better and Mirage, the Ferrari Italia, who has his Electro-Disruptor.

Also from Cth are some spoilers from the junior novel, featuring what is destined to be an epic exchange between Optimus Prime and Sentinel Prime that I really hope is in the movie, and the explanation of where Mikaela went. Check them out here - BEWARE, SPOILERS!

The books also feature a decent selection of spoilers including a vague overview of the plot. Be warned, if you read on, you will be spoiled about the overall flow of the story in Dark of the Moon!

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Mirage and Wheeljack from Optimus Prime Friends and Foes - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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An update has gone out from Botcon about this year's Hall of Fame event. Two things are confirmed - first that alongside the four robots to be honored with addition to the Hall of Fame, two of the people behind the series will be added - who will it be? Speculation has long suggested Frank Welker, Flint Dille will be in attendance of course for a "special panel" - could he be being honored?

Additionally there's an extra treat in store - a preview of Transformers Dark of the Moon! The exact text, pasted below, mentions this will be a sneak peak - will it be a series of clips as in 2009, or a full on showing like 2007? I'd imagine the latter, but who knows - Hasbro and Fun Publications are always good to us.

The honorees include robots Ironhide, Ratchet, Soundwave and the highly anticipated 2011 Fan's Choice along with two well known, high profile human inductees!

As previously announced, all attendees will receive a goody bag with movie snacks and a 3D Cinemask which you'll need for a sneak peak of the new Transformers Dark of the Moon movie! Trust us - you do not want to miss this event! The goody bag will also include a movie poster along with some other great items from our partners!

Original Source: Botcon 2011 Hall of Fame Event Update - Dark of the Moon Preview Confirmed - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The hype machine for Transformers Dark of the Moon is kicking off! My friend 2005 Boards member Neo-Bombshell, along with other members of the Peruvian Transformers community and various people from Hasbro and the movie industry were treated to a special showing of 30 minutes worth of footage from Dark of the Moon. The footage naturally includes a decent amount of spoilers, so read on at your risk! Of note is just how dark the tone is - there's still some humor, but there are also scenes along the lines of showing human skulls, victims of Decepticon attack, and characters getting torn apart.

Check out Neo-Bombshell's writeup of the preview by reading on - once again, this contains heavy spoilers so stop reading here if you don't want to be spoiled on what lies in store with Dark of the Moon.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Special Preview Event in Peru - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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From the day we foundout about this new figure; Cyberfire Bumblebee (a new Deluxe Class version, not the Legends Class version of the same name), many of you were wondering what this toy is. Sure we got to see Fireburst Optimus Prime (Voyager Class) but to this day Transformers: Dark of the Moon Deluxe Class Cyberfire Bumblebee was a mystery.

TFW2005 Boards Member len_d69 from Malaysia is sharing with is an image from the “Transformers: Dark of the Moon Toy Guide Book” distributed freely with purchase of RM200 & above (limited to first 150 persons per store).

While we congratulate him for getting hold of the book, we thank him for sharing with us our first image of Cyberfire Bumblebee.

BUMBLEBEE has earned his position as one of the most respected AUTOBOTS®* by consistently besting DECEPTICON®* foes. He established a library of battle strategies within the Autobot supercomputer Teletraan-I so that AUTOBOTS will have access to his winning maneuvers for centuries to come!

Original Source: First Image Of Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Deluxe Class Cyberfire Bumblebee - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Alfes’ Blog has posted a gallery of Transformers: Dark of the Moon Voyager Optimus Prime with MechTech Trailer Japanese Release.

This set of images is the most comprehensive pictorial review for the figure we’ve seen up to this day.

The trailer can easily hold two Deluxe sized figures in vehicle mode or you can neatly store away a lot of MechTech weapons inside and/or attach them to the outside of the trailer. Unfortunately though, unlike the Ultimate Optimus Prime, the trailer does not transform into the Omega Combat Armor.

You can checkout the images here and here. The images are also mirrored on this news post.

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Voyager Optimus Prime With Mechtech Trailer Pictorial Review - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Botcon's Twitter Account has updated with another Botcon 2011 guest announcement - Stan Bush! Stan is a frequent guest of Botcon, and it is always cool to hear "The Touch" performed live if you get a chance. It is especially appropriate for Stan to attend this year of course as it is 25 years since Transformers The Movie made Stan Bush's The Touch into a major part of Transformers lore.

Original Source: Stan Bush to Attend Botcon 2011 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Boards member Masabon has shared with us some in hand images of the confirmed Japan-only Dark of the Moon Air Raid. The back of the packaging lacks the Hasbro branding, which is a very strong indication that this Revenge of the Fallen Thrust remold with added MechTech points is a Japan exclusive release. He's a pretty sharp looking Autobot with three MechTech weapon points - one on the back of the jet which becomes his right arm in robot mode, and two beneath the wings. Masabon has also provided us with a copy of Air Raid's bio, complete with an unfortunate typo from Takara-Tomy:

Airlaid is one of the most skillful soldiers among Autobots. He prefers to fly into the middle of the enemy rather than shoot-out from a distance. His technique for firefighting breaks enemy lines and finds a way out for victory.


Additionally, Masabon confirms that the golden MechTech weapons promotion at Toys R Us Japan is limited to 10,000 pieces, and that each Toys R Us has 100 pieces in stock.

Read on to check out Masabon's images.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Air Raid in hand Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The advance screening impressions of Transformers 3 Dark of the Moon continue to roll in. Off the back of Neo-Bombshell's experience with 30 minutes of the film, Capone of Ain't It Cool News got to see a rough cut of the whole movie in Chicago. He's shared a detailed, but light on spoilers, review of the film. There are some good points in there including the final word on Skids and Mudflap - they are in the film, but they are toned down.

Other keypoints are:

- The battle of Chicago runs for an hour, with not a second wasted.
- Megatron is very creepy still with part of his head missing from the final battle of Revenge of the Fallen.
- Leonard Nimoy voices Sentinel Prime to "perfection".
- Rosie Huntington-Whiteley spends a lot of time in the tightest clothes imaginable. She does have a role in the film and is reckoned to be better than Megan Fox, perhaps because she has an active role to play.
- Sam's parents are barely in the film.
- Civilians die in large numbers during the Chicago battle.

The final word from Capone on Dark of the Moon? That this is in his own words, "the third and easily best entry in the Michael Bay-directed franchise".

Click here to read his full, low-spoiler write-up at Ain't It Cool News.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Reviewed by Ain't It Cool News - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Given away at a special launch event for the Dark of the Moon toyline in Australia was a very cool Dark of the Moon guidebook. There are some great pictures of all the toys we have heard about to date in here including a few we'd not heard or seen much of - such as Cyberfire Bumblebee earlier today.

Ozformers - Transformers Collectors Australia admin Griffin-of-oz has shared scans of the entire guidebook! The guidebook is 32 pages long and includes some new looks at some other toys, in addition to Cyberfire Bumblebee. Included in that list is the new Cyberverse Optimus Prime shown at left, who has a more traditional Optimus Prime colorscheme and has different weapons - Energon swords and shoulder cannons. It's just called "Optimus Prime" in the guidebook, though this might be the "Energy Blade" Optimus Prime that was put about for Cyberverse a while back.

New looks at existing toys includes Deluxe Class Mudflap - our first look at official images of the guy and his wicked looking axe weapon. There's also a page dedicated to the Ark playset, complete with some nice views of Roller. Human Alliance Roadbuster also gets a page - these images we've seen before, though these are bigger and HA Roadbuster is such a nice toy it'd be a crime not to mention him!

Check out the full guidebook scans over at the Ozformers, and talk about it on our 2005 Boards!

Original Source: Dark of the Moon toy Guidebook New Optimus Prime Cyberverse Commander Revealed - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Yes, you read that right folks - with the Dark of the Moon toyline not even officially released yet, Deluxe Wave 3 has been sighted and purchased at retail in Australia. This is significant because it's also our first confirmation of what is actually in the third wave:

Laserbeak
Mudflap
Nitro Bumblebee
Thundercracker

For comparison, here is what is in Wave 1:

Ratchet, Skids, Bumblebee, Crankcase, Roadbuster and Starscream

And Wave 2:

Topspin, Barricade, Jolt and Sideswipe

That's 14 different toys. There's no guarantee these will all be on US shelves right away on Monday - although sightings confirm Waves 1 and 2 are in stock rooms and going out on shelves. Australia is typically a little ahead on the releases, so chances are, these new four will be joining the rest before May is over.


This report comes to you from Ozformers, with photo proof from Griffin-of-oz. He also reports that the Stealth Force Mini Changer two packs - featuring a vehicle with flip out weapons and a PVC robot hero style figure - have been sighted at Australian Targets.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Deluxe Wave 3 Released in Australia - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Hasbro answered the question you’ve been asking since the day we revealed the Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Robo Power Cine-Masks. Checkout this TV Commercial…


So, Are you going to wear a Cine-Mask at Transformers 3?

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Robo Power Cine-Masks TV Commercial - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Fan Alert - Possible Credit Card Breach

Over the last several days, a higher than normal amount of Transformers fans have been reporting fraudulent charges on their credit cards. Due to the recent security breaches Sony's Playstation Network, Michaels Craft stores, several online DVD stores, Bank of America and some others, we waited on reporting this issue, as highlighting blame to one source or another unwarranted is never a good thing.

However, due to the higher-than-normal amount of fans on our forums mentioning a breach, we want to give you a heads up. We have no confirmation at this time exactly where this breach happened. Please check your accounts accordingly.

You may see what other fans are saying by reading up on this thread.

Original Source: Fandom Alert - Possible Security Issue Affecting Transformers Fans Credit Cards - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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There has been a recent buzz for TF3, but not one you may think. Some how, the Twins got picked up by several blogs and then main stream media again, along with all their social baggage.

This story got referenced, and folks started to do the back and forth. Are they, aren't they? Then all the chatter that went along with their speaking style from the second movie came up. (BTW - that post was made by TFW2005 over a year ago, while things were still in heavy speculation mode.)

Anyway, we were contacted today by Paramount directly. They asked us to clarify the following.

The Twins will NOT be in the 3rd film, and that the featured cars (from this post) are not actually in the movie.

Couple that with a recent post on MichaelBay.com by Michael Bay:

After the internet posting of a nice review by someone who saw Transformers Dark of the Moon, the writer had not been clear on one thing. He misstated that the Twins are in the film. They are not.

So I am offering a $25,000 REWARD to anyone who can find them performing in Transformers 3, on July 1, when the movie opens.

Michael

Apparently, regardless of semantics, one thing is clear - The Twins, as we knew them, are not, or WILL not, be in Transformers Dark of the Moon.

Hey, at least we still have the toys, right?

Original Source: Official Word - The Twins are NOT in TF3 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Takara-Tomy has updated their Transformers Website with the Images and Information of Transformers: Heat Scramble Trading Card Game Starter Set and Booster Zero Pack.

The illustrations are based on various events from the 1st and 2nd Transformers Live Action Movies by Michael Bay.

You can checkout the illustrations by visiting Takara-Tomy or mirrored on this News Post. Read the info on each card by visiting here.

Original Source: Transformers Heat Scramble Trading Card Game Illustrations And Information - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Takara-Tomy have updated with some new information on the Transformers Heat Scramble Collectible Card Game. There are two pages, the first one details the cards in the starter set and the booster packs. The game's cards are divided into three types, Units, Episodes and Actions. Units are self explanatory - they are cards based on the characters of the movie series - all the characters of the Movie series, with the main cast getting multiple cards, though every character gets a card for each different mode seen on screen. Episodes are event cards, based on key scenes from the Movie series, such as the Autobots arriving on Earth, or Sam buying his first car. Action cards we assume are actions that can be taken during the game. The cards are ranked in terms of rarity - from rarest to most common, the grades are Super Rare, Rare, Uncommon, and Common. These are denoted on the linked page as SR, R, U and C.

All of the cards have absolutely gorgeous artwork that really captures the spirit of the Movie series, which is where the second page comes in. This page consists of a gallery of the artwork for all 79 cards in the set. Check it out! The artwork is incredible and shows how much work has gone into this side of the set. It's worth collecting the cards purely for the artwork, in fact!

The cards cover the events and characters of Transformers 2007 and Transformers Revenge of the Fallen. Here is hoping for the first expansion deck to cover Dark of the Moon, and future expansions to cover the other series of the Transformers mythos.

Original Source: Transformers Heat Scramble Collectible Card Game Images and Information - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Boards member Masabon has shared with us some in hand in packaged images of Takara-Tomy's Japan only Darkside Moon Arcee toy. Darkside Moon Arcee is a remolded version of Chromia from Revenge of the Fallen with an added Mechtech weapon. She is now rendered in blue and gray, with a few basic visual cues to Transformers Prime Arcee. Her bio is as follows:

Arcee has miraculously returned from fierce battle with Fallen alive and acquired fighting skill more than ever. She defeated her enemies with her ultimate conoring force and graceful weapon play.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Arcee Japan Exclusive Bio - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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HK-TF.com have shared some images from the Toys R Us Hong Kong Dark of the Moon Midnight Madness launch event. See that toy at the left? That's a Lucky Draw Silver Bumblebee. One was given away per participating Toys R Us. There was also a huge case display of new and upcoming toys, including the truly gigantic Ultimate Optimus Prime, Decepticon Hatchet who is looking very nice, Thundercracker, and hiding out in the back of a few pictures is Human Alliance Basic Tailpipe. He's best visible in the Ultimate Optimus truck mode pictures where you can see his Mini-con is also a gun for the larger robot.

Click on the link above for the HK-TF pictures, which also include some awe-inspiring pictures of the toys taking up masses of pegs, and a cool Generation 1 Starscream cosplay. You can also check out some more pics taken by TFClub's HIGASHILIN by clicking here.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Toys R Us Hong Kong Midnight Launch Event Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Abrams Books, publishers of the Transformers Vault, have updated with a small amount of new information on the new book. According to their own website, the book will come with a foreword written by the man himself, voice of Optimus Prime, Peter Cullen!

Transformers Vault will have 160 pages detailing the history of the brand including never before seen production materials of the franchise. It is due for release on 1 June 2011, with a RRP of $35.

Original Source: Transformers Vault Foreword will be written by Peter Cullen - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We've received an update from our friends at Kapow Toys! Waiting on those Dark of the Moon toys? Your wait is almost over - they will be released tomorrow 16 May! The US packaged ones and the Japanese releases will be in stock in about a week as they need to travel in from overseas. But if you want a new item right now, check out the listings for UK items.

Some of the great items that will be available are as follows (please note, not all of these will be available tomorrow. Check before you order)

Dark of the Moon Ultimate Optimus Prime UK Packaging - USA Packaging
Darkside Moon Voyager Optimus Prime with Trailer
Darkside Moon Bumblebee with MechTech Holder
Darkside Moon Jetwings Optimus Prime Preorder
Darkside Moon Deluxe Air Raid
Dark of the Moon Leader Bumblebee UK Packaging - USA Packaging - Japanese Version
Dark of the Moon Leader Sentinel Prime UK Packaging - USA Packaging - Japanese Version
Dark of the Moon Voyager Optimus Prime UK Packaging - USA Packaging
Dark of the Moon Voyager Megatron UK Packaging - USA Packaging - Japanese Version
Dark of the Moon Voyager Ironhide UK Packaging - USA Packaging - Japanese Version
Dark of the Moon Voyager Shockwave Japanese Version
Dark of the Moon Deluxe Bumblebee UK Packaging - USA Packaging
Dark of the Moon Deluxe Ratchet UK Packaging - USA Packaging
Dark of the Moon Deluxe Skids UK Packaging - USA Packaging - Japanese Version
Dark of the Moon Deluxe Sideswipe Japanese Version
Dark of the Moon Deluxe Roadbuster UK Packaging - USA Packaging - Japanese Version
Dark of the Moon Deluxe Topspin Japanese Version
Dark of the Moon Deluxe Starscream UK Packaging - USA Packaging - Japanese Version
Dark of the Moon Deluxe Crankcase UK Packaging - USA Packaging - Japanese Version
Dark of the Moon Deluxe Barricade Japanese Version
Cyberverse Commander Optimus Prime UK Packaging - USA Packaging
Cyberverse Commander Megatron UK Packaging - USA Packaging
Cyberverse Commander Ironhide UK Packaging - USA Packaging
Cyberverse Commander Sentinel Prime UK Packaging - USA Packaging
Cyberverse Commander Powerglide Japanese Version Preorder
Cyberverse Commander Blackout with Scorponok Japanese Version Preorder
Cyberverse Ark Playset UK Packaging - USA Packaging
Cyberverse Legion Assortment - Bumblebee, Skids, Topspin, Barricade, Crankcase
Cyberverse Plus Action Set Bumblebee Mobile Battle Bunker
Cyberverse Plus Action Set Starscream Orbital Assault Carrier
Human Alliance Basics (USA Packaging as these are not being released in the UK) Sandstorm, Thunderhead, Backfire, Icepick, Whirl Preorder, Tailpipe Preorder
Human Alliance Wave 2 Set of 2 Bumblebee and Roadbuster Preorder


Whew, that's a whole lot of new toys! If Movie toys are not your cup of tea, perhaps some of the other featured items from the latest newsletter might interest you:

Generations Warpath (limit 1 per customer), Wheeljack, Kup, Scourge
Fansproject Warcry, Flameblast, Munitioner and Explorer Set, TFX-04 Protector
MP10 Masterpiece Convoy Version 2 Preorder
MP9 Masterpiece Rodimus Convoy Second Release Preorder
Fansproject CA-03 Thundershred Preorder
BTS-04 Sonicron Preorder


Click here to visit Kapow Toys and start shopping!

Original Source: Kapow Toys May Newsletter - Dark of the Moon Toys Released tomorrow - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Here's a small sudden shock out of the literal left field - in addition to their Bee 01 Bumblebee and Bee 02 Cliffjumper, iGear has just revealed a third Bee model. Cleverly named Bee 03, this one is colored blue after the Botcon exclusive Generation 1 Bumblebee recolor Glyph. Bee 03 uses the same design as Bee 01 and Bee 02, namely a knockoff of the Universe Classics Legend design reshelled as a VW Bug.

Bee 03 is already released and available now. Bee 01 and Bee 02 have also been released.

Original Source: iGear Bee 03 Glyph Version, Bee 01 and Bee 02 Released - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Boards member Lushkwok aka L-U of HK-TF.com has shared with us a dazzling and huge collection of Dark of the Moon toy galleries. A lot of these we have seen previously, although with the Dark of the Moon toyline hitting its international toyline release date in many locations around the world tomorrow now is a great time to recap with these images. Take a look at the galleries of all the toys that will be on the pegs, and of the ones that will be hitting retail in the immediate future, and decide for yourself with these awesome images which ones will be on your want list when you hit up Walmart, TRU, Target, or one of our sponsors from the comfort of your own home tomorrow.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Toyline Galleries - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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We are getting closer and closer to the release of Transformers: Dark of the Moon Novelization by Peter David. The book will also be available on Digital Formats other than the Mass Market Paperback, including Kindle and Nook. It so happens that Barnes & Nobel has updated their Nook Product Page for the novel with an excerpt.

Product Details

• Pub. Date: 24th May 2011
• Publisher: Random House Publishing Group
• Sold By: Random House
• Format: NOOK Book (eBook)
• ISBN-13: 9780345529169
• ISBN: 0345529162

You can continue to read the Spoiler filled excerpt.

Original Source: An Excerpt From Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Novelization - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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The TFcon 2011 exclusive is Stronghold, produced by Head Robots. Designed for the Universe Onslaught mold and cross compatible with Generation 1 Headmasters, Stronghold will be limited to 700 pieces. This is a high-quality upgrade kit that contains a transforming head with ball joints and clear blue eyepiece, two photon rifles, one assault cannon, and a backpack. The backpack features many mounting points so the guns can be configured in many ways. This exclusive will come with a bonus set of Reprolabels that will transform your old action figure into an all new character for your collection.

TFcon - Canada's 10th Annual Transformers Collectors Convention is July 30th and 31st, 2011 at the Delta Meadowvale Resort and Conference Centre in Mississauga, Ontario with free parking. You can book your hotel room for TFcon 2011 via the hotel reservation website.

Original Source: TFcon 2011 Exclusive Announced: Head Robots Stronghold - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The Transformers Dark of the Moon street date has arrived - and our friends and sponsors at Big Bad Toy Store have added a ton of new entries, including some newly revealed toys. There's no pictures of these yet, but you can expect to add Cyberverse Legion versions of Roadbuster, a redeco Starscream, a new Stealth Bumblebee and someone named Flak to your collection with Cyberverse Legion Wave 3. A couple of new Robo Power Activators are also revealed, namely Megatron and Topspin, who will be in Robo Power Activators Wave 2. Check out the full listing of all the new items below:


MechTech Mainline


Deluxe Series 1 Set of 6 Bumblebee Starscream Crankcase Ratchet Skids Roadbuster
Deluxe Series 2 Set of 4 Barricade Topspin Jolt Sideswipe
Deluxe Series 3 Set of 4 Laserbeak Mudflap Nitro Bumblebee Thundercracker
Voyager Series 1 Set of 3 Optimus Prime Ironhide Megatron
Voyager Series 2 Set of 3 Optimus Prime Shockwave Skyhammer
Leader Series 1 Case set of 2 Bumblebee Sentinel Prime
Leader Series 2 Case of 2 Bumblebee Ironhide

Deluxe Series 1 Case of 8
Deluxe Series 2 Case of 8
Deluxe Series 3 Case of 8
Voyager Series 1 Case of 4
Voyager Series 2 Case of 4

Deluxe Series 1 Bumblebee, Starscream, Skids, Crankcase, Roadbuster, Ratchet
Deluxe Series 2 Barricade, Topspin, Sideswipe, Jolt
Deluxe Series 3 Laserbeak "Buzzard", Nitro Bumblebee, Mudflap, Thundercracker
Voyager Series 1 Optimus Prime, Ironhide, Megatron
Voyager Series 2 Shockwave, Skyhammer
Voyager Series 3 Fireburst Optimus Prime, Sentinel Prime
Leader Series Bumblebee, Sentinel Prime, Ironhide
Ultimate Optimus Prime


Human Alliance


Series 1 Set of 2 Bumblebee Skids
Series 2 Set of 2 Bumblebee Roadbuster
Basic Series 1 Set of 4 Backfire Sandstorm Thunderhead Icepick
Basic Series 2 Set of 2 Whirl Tailpipe

Series 1 Case of 4
Basic Series 2 Case of 8

Bumblebee
Human Alliance Basic Series 1 Backfire, Sandstorm, Thunderhead, Icepick


Cyberverse


Legion Series 1 Set of 6 Bumblebee Barricade Topspin Crankcase Skids Sideswipe
Legion Series 2 Set of Five Ratchet Leadfoot Bolt Bumblebee Mudflap Crowbar
Legion Series 3 Set of 4 Leadfoot Flak Starscream Stealth Bumblebee
Cyberverse Action Set Series 1 Set of 2 Bumblebee Mobile Command Bunker Starscream Orbital Assault Carrier
Cyberverse Action Set Series 2 Set of 2 Optimus Prime Armored Weapon Platform Megatron Blastwave Weapons Base

Legion Series 1 Case of 8
Legion Series 2 Case of 8
Legion Series 3 Case of 8
Commander Series 1 Case of 6
Commander Series 2 Case of 6
Commander Series 2 Case of 6 Revision 1
Cyberverse Action Set Series 1 Case of 4

Legion Series 1 Bumblebee, Crankcase, Topspin, Barricade, Skids, Sideswipe
Legion Series 2 Leadfoot, Ratchet, Crowbar, Bolt Bumblebee, Mudflap
Legion Series 3 Roadbuster, Starscream, Flak, Stealth Bumblebee
Cyberverse Commanders Optimus Prime, Megatron, Ironhide, Sentinel Prime, Powerglide, Blackout
Cyververse Action Set Series 1 Bumblebee Mobile Command Bunker
Cyberverse Action Set Series 2 Optimus Prime Armored Weapon Platform, Megatron Blastwave Weapons Base
Ark Playset with Roller


Robo Power


Activators

Series 1 Case of 8

Series 2 Set of 4 - Optimus, Bumblebee, Megatron and Top Spin

Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Starscream, Megatron, Top Spin


Go Bots

Bumblebee, Sideswipe, Optimus Prime


Bash Bots

Bumblebee VS Megatron
Optimus Prime VS Starscream


Robo Fighters

Series 1 Set of 4 Optimus Prime Bumblebee Ironhide Starscream
Optimus Prime
Bumblebee


Revving Robots

Optimus Prime
Bumblebee



Loads of toys! View the full inventory by clicking here. Be sure to check out the rest of Big Bad toy Store for more great Transformers items and plenty more besides!

Original Source: Big Bad Toy Store Dark of the Moon Toys Now Available - New Characters Revealed - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Today is a good day to be a Transfan. Why? Because today is the day that the Transformers Dark of the Moon toyline is officially released! Yes, May 16 has arrived and for those of you who did not break the street date, the toys are now officially on sale at all good retailers, including our sponsors:


Hobby Link Japan Transformers Dark of the Moon Toys
Big Bad Toy Store Transformers Dark of the Moon Toys
TFSource Transformers Dark of the Moon Toys
Kapow Toys Transformers Dark of the Moon Toys


Or if you prefer non-Movie Transformers, they've got those too, as have our other sponsors:

Past Generation Toys Transformers Toys
Tempting Toys Transformers Toys


It's over to you now readers! What toys are you looking forward to picking up in store or online today? Some MechTech Deluxes? A shiny new Leader Class Bumblebee or Sentinel Prime? Or maybe some Cyberverse toys? We'd like to hear what everyone is getting - and don't forget you can share your thoughts over in our Transformers Feedback forum!

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Toyline Released Today! - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Site sponsor TemptingToys sent us an update, check it out below:

Transformers United Autobot & Decepticon 3 packs back in stock. Individual figures also available for purchase. MP-09 now only $184.99 plus s/h

TAKARA TOMY Masterpiece Rodimus Convoy (Prime) C9 Box - $184.99 + s/h

Transformers United Autobot 3 Pack (Autobot) - $118.95 + s/h

Transformers United Decepticon 3 Pack (Decepticon) - $118.95 + s/h

E-hobby Transformers United Translucent Galvatron figure - $29.99 + s/h

E-hobby Transformers United Battle Damaged Kup figure - $34.99 + s/h

E-hobby Transformers United Translucent Hot Rod figure - $39.99 + s/h

E-hobby Transformers United Translucent Cyclonus figure - $45.99 + s/h

E-hobby Transformers United Translucent Scourge figure - $45.99 + s/h

Original Source: Tempting Toys Update 5-16-2011 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Joe Moore @ TFW2005.com

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After a slow news week last week, Thundercats.ws news returns in with plenty of new official images for this update. You can also check out this week's Toyark and Hisstank updates below.

Toyark

• Elektra Marvel Bishoujo Statue From Kotobukiya
• Gears of War 2 Series 6 In-Package
• Nightmare On Elm St 2 Freddy Blister Card Layout
• Final Painted Freddy Krueger Images
• Disney Villains from Sideshow Collectibles
• Clone Wars Boil and Waxer with Numa
• NECA Gremlins Mogwai Prototypes
• San Diego Comic-Con 2011 DC Universe Swamp Thing Preview
• Terminator Police Station Assault T-800 Card Layout
• Lost Predator In Progress Photo
• DC Universe Wave 17 On Card Images
• DC Universe Young Justice 2-Packs On Card
• Mega Brand Creating Power Rangers Construction Sets
• Yamato Macross 7 1/60 VF-17 Nightmare
• First Avenger Winter Soldier Preview
• Megator and Man-E-Faces Masters Of The Universe Classics
• Three New Young Justice Single Packs
• NECA Scarface Coming In June
• Bioshock Big Daddy Bouncer Coming This Month
• Revoltech EVA Evolution Unit 3 Photos
• Marvel Comiquettes from Sideshow Collectibles
• Yamato Fire Valkyrie Sneak Peek
• Play Arts Kai Metal Gear Solid Gray Fox Cyborg Ninja
• New Marvel Universe Comic Packs Released

Thundercats

• Casting For Thundercats Live Action Web Fan Series
• Thundercats 2011 Tower of Omens Images
• Thundercats 2011 Sword of Omens and Role Play Official Images
• Thundercats 2011 Vehicle Assortment Official Images
• Featured Custom - GI Joe Scale Lion-O by jimsloth
• Thundercats Will Be Present At San Diego Comic-Con 2011

Hisstank

• GI Joe 2 Cobra Strikes AC Female Ninja - GI Joe News
• Sky Striker XP21F Target Update - GI Joe News
• SDCC Zarana Comparisons - GI Joe News
• Chuck Dixon On IDW GI Joe Relaunch - GI Joe News
• Shayne Ward Auditions For GI Joe 2 Cobra Strikes - GI Joe News
• Custom G.I. Joe Models Skystriker And VAMP - GI Joe News
• Ages 25 & Up #139 - Over A Few Drinks - GI Joe News

Original Source: Toyark, Hisstank and Thundercats Round-Up 5-16-11 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Shout factory dropped us a line and sent us a press release for the upcoming Transformers Beast Wars Season 1 DVD Set as well as info on Transformers Beast Wars - The Complete Series Collector's Edition DVD Box Set.

Both are due out on June 7th, and the complete box set is exclusive to Shout Factory's store.

Full press release with details after the break.

Original Source: Beast Wars DVD Info - Season 1 and Complete Series Press Release - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Toys R Us Japan has updated with their official product listing for the upcoming Japan only release, Dark of the Moon Vortex. Vortex is a distinctly Classics looking toy, with very little in the way of Movie style aesthetics to him, making his MechTech weapon look rather out of place. Regardless, he is a rather good looking toy with a nice clean design to him which will look great on any shelf. Click on the link above to check out the images.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Vortex Official Images Japan Exclusive - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We found out about them this morning for the first time, and now we have our first images and reviews - from the one and only Ben Yee of BWTF who introduced so many of us, myself included, to the online Transformers fandom in the days of Beast Wars. Today, Ben reviews the brand new, only just announced Dark of the Moon Cyberverse Legion Roadbuster and Starscream Redeco. Roadbuster completes the team of the three Wreckers in the Cyberverse scale, and features his heavily armed "Stealth Force" style vehicle mode. The Starscream redeco is extremely cool - it is the same mold included in the Orbital Assault Carrier set, but where that version is based on Starscream's tattooed look from Revenge of the Fallen and Dark of the Moon, this toy utilizes the mold to give us a Legion Class Starscream in his original 2007 Transformers deco, without tattoos. Check out images of both and reviews by clicking on the links above.

Original Source: Cyberverse Roadbuster and Starscream First Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Botcon have announced their eighth guest! Guest number 8 is Michael McConnohie, the voice of classic Generation 1 Autobots Tracks and Cosmos, plus Robots in Disguise Autobots Hot Shot and Ironhide. He is also the English voice of two of my favorite anime villains of all time, Big O's Schwarzwald and Code Geass' Emperor Charles zi Britannia. Michael joins the growing list of veteran Generation 1 voice actors to attend Botcon 2011 - so make sure you pack those Shout! Factory Generation 1 series DVD sets because this Botcon is ideal for getting them signed!

Original Source: Michael McConnohie to attend Botcon 2011 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Auto Assembly have uploaded their 2010 script reading to Youtube! This special Beast Wars era story was written by Simon Furman, and featured the vocal talents of Nick Roche as Megatron, Simon Williams, Gary Chalk, Scott McNeil and 2005 Boards member Black Oracle as Blackarachnia! Check out the video below, and stay tuned for more news about Auto Assembly on 21 May when there will be an announcement that is so huge, it will change Auto Assembly "forever"!

For now, enjoy another awesome script reading session Auto Assembly style:

Original Source: Auto Assembly 2010 Script Reading Video - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Here is an interesting little news nugget for you. IDW Publishing and Andy Schmidt, formerly the editor of GI Joe and Transformers, have parted ways. This is because according to reports, Hasbro have snapped up Andy Schmidt to work for them directly. There's no word on what he will be doing for Hasbro. IDW are now in the unenviable position of finding a senior editor to fill Andy's shoes. Whoever takes over, we wish you luck on looking after the comics of our favorite franchises - and we also wish Andy Schmidt luck in his new role with Hasbro.

This news comes to you by way of Bleeding Cool News.

Original Source: Andy Schmidt leaves IDW, Joins Hasbro - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Registration for Canada's number 1 Transformers Convention, TFCon, is now open! Register now to attend this year's event at the Delta Meadowvale Resort and Conference Centre, Mississauga, Ontario! Pre-register also for this year's exclusive toy, Headrobots Stronghold, T-Shirts, IDW Transformers Drift #4 variant cover signed by Alex Milne and the Sunday Customizing Class! Not attending? No worries! Click the link above to pre-register for a non-attendee Stronghold set.

TFCon 2011 will take place over the weekend of July 30 - 31 at the Delta Meadowvale Resort and Conference Centre, Mississauga, Ontario. This year's special guest is Transformers comic legend, Simon Furman!

Original Source: TFCon 2011 Registration Now Open - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Vehicle Modes of Transformers Dark of the Moon Bumblebee and Sideswipe (Chevrolet Camaro and Stingray Convertible respectively) appeared at Royal Oak, Mich for a charity event.

"...Starting with everyone's favorite lovable Decepticon-kicking Camaro, Bumblebee continues its transformation into an ever more aggressive version of itself. This time it picks up some cues from the 2012 Camaro ZL1 including the addition of massive hood vents...

...Once again, Sideswipe is an evolution of Corvette's Stingray concept. This time it's a convertible/speedster. But designers didn't stop there as Sideswipe also sports completely new headlights and a slightly revised front fascia to go with them..."

You can check out the gallery at Jalopnik.

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Bumblebee And Sideswipe Charity Appearance - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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With Dark of the Moon's toyline officially available at US retail, it is time to officially open our own Transformers Dark of the Moon Toy Galleries! Kicking off this newest section of the TFW2005 Galleries with me tonight is SydneyY, who has done some excellent work with Human Alliance Basic Backfire with Spike Witwicky, and MechTech Deluxe Autobot Roadbuster. On my side, I have put up a gallery of the MechTech Voyager Autobot Ironhide. All three showcase all that is awesome about these new toys, and the promise that comes with a new assortment of Transformers toys. Check out the galleries by clicking on the links below:


Dark of the Moon Human Alliance Backfire with Spike Witwicky by SydneyY
Dark of the Moon Roadbuster by SydneyY
Dark of the Moon Voyager Ironhide by Sol Fury


Be sure to check out some of our other Transformers Toy Galleries for more awesome photos of our favorite Robots in Disguise.

Original Source: TFW Dark of the Moon Ironhide, Roadbuster, Human Alliance Backfire Galleries - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Following the “Odd Man Out” commercial, a new Transformers: Dark of the Moon Robo Power Cine-Masks TV Commercial is on-air these days. Take a look at the “Perfect Couple”...

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Perfect Couple TV Commercial - Transformer World 2005