Transformers News

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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 Robo Power Cine-Masks Perfect Couple TV Commercial - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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ACToys has posted some images of Transformers: Dark of the Moon Jetwing Optimus Prime in-package images.

The toy figure is a modified Revenge of the Fallen Optimus Prime (added abs, removed swords) with attached wings and detachable guns.

Take a look at the images, after the jump.

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Jetwing Optimus Prime In-Package Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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You’ve seen him before on a catalog of Transformers: Dark of the Moon Toys, issued freely by selected stores.

Here he is… Transformers 3 Cyberverse Commander Class Optimus Prime with Dual Cannons and Energon Swords.

ACToys is bringing us our first in-hand look at this figure.

More images on this News Post images section.

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Cyberverse Commander Class Optimus Prime In-Hand Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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ACToys.net has shared a small gallery of the upcoming Dark of the Moon Cyberverse Optimus Prime recolor. This recolored Optimus Prime draws inspiration from his Transformers Prime deco, and includes the twin buster guns and twin swords that Movie Optimus Prime uses heavily in his first two big screen outings. All in all, it is looking like this figure is great both as a redeco, and as accessories for the first Cyberverse Optimus Prime - by combining both sets of accessories, you will have the ultimate screen-accurate Movie Optimus Prime at pocket size.

The redeco Cyberverse Optimus Prime will be a part of the third assortment of Cyberverse Commanders alongside Decepticon Hatchet.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Cyberverse Optimus Prime Redeco In Hand Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tim Formas @ TFW2005.com

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TFW2005 is proud to present another early Transformers comic review! Today, we review Transformers #19! Transformers #19 is out tomorrow - Wednesday, May 18th - from IDW Publishing. Check out the review and a few new images from the issue on the Transformers #19 page of our Comics Resource Section!

Original Source: TFW2005 Reviews Transformers #19 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Deefuzz @ TFW2005.com

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News out of the BotCon camp has revealed yet another guest to attend this year's convention in Pasadena. This time it is the voice of the Generation 1 Carly, Arlene Banas!

From the BotCon guest announcement posting:
ARLENE BANAS voiced Carly, who was the love interest of Spike Witwicky in the original G-1 Transformers series. In addition to Carly, she also voiced Allegra and Ynara on two additional episodes of the show.

This makes a total of 9 guests announced for this year's convention so far, 8 of which are G1 related, and 5 of which had some sort of involvement in the 1986 animated film which celebrates it's 25th anniversary this year.

Original Source: 2011 BotCon Guest Announcement - Arlene Banas - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The anticipated release of the next Headrobots custom upgrade set has arrived. Hardhead gets a second look with this Big Bad Toy Store exclusive item - alternate universe Hothead! This version of Hothead uses the comic version of Headhead's head design. It looks pretty cool fully assembled!

Read on to check out the new images, and click here to order yours at Big Bad Toy Store.

Original Source: Headrobots Alternate Universe Hothead Released - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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In the last week we were counting down to the launch of Transformers Dark of the Moon's toyline, with more and more new toys found on shelves at stores early. But we got a lot of other good stuff last week, such as our first look at Masterpiece Convoy Version 2. That was quite a polarizing reveal, even if we knew he was going to be a new version of Optimus Prime for quite a while beforehand. It was still awesome to see the new version of the big guy, though. Meanwhile, Botcon announced a whole series of new guests as Botcon 2011 drew nearer, and Auto Assembly started to share videos of their own script reading events starting with the 2009 script reading.

Here's what else was new last week:


Masterpiece Transformers News:
Masterpiece Convoy MP-10 First Images


Transformers Dark of the Moon Movie News:
Dark of the Moon Special Preview Event in Peru
Dark of the Moon Reviewed by Ain't it Cool News
Official Word - The Twins are not in Dark of the Moon
Dark Of The Moon 2011 Cannes Film Festival Trailer
Dark Of The Moon Footage From 2011 Cannes Film Festival Digital Banner
Dark Of The Moon Iridescent Single By Linkin Park


Transformers Dark of the Moon Toy Information:
Transformers Heat Scramble Collectible Card Game Images and Information
Dark of the Moon Toys R Us Hong Kong Midnight Launch Event Images
Dark Of The Moon Official Chinese Toy Website Launch And Images
Hong Kong Toys “R” Us Website Update – Bios, Fireburst Optimus Prime And More
Dark of the Moon Deluxe Nitro Bumblebee Official Images
Dark of the Moon Deluxe Cyberfire Bumblebee First Look
Dark of the Moon toy Guidebook New Optimus Prime Cyberverse Commander Revealed
Dark of the Moon Cyberverse Blackout Review
Dark of the Moon Voyager Optimus Prime with MechTech Trailer Pictorial Review
Dark of the Moon Air Raid In Hand Images
Dark of the Moon Arcee Japan Exclusive Bio
Takara-Tomy Exhibit - Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime And Bumblebee From Shizuoka Hobby Show 2011
Dark Of The Moon Renders, Bios And Toy Info
Dark of the Moon Voyager Sentinel Prime Video Review
Dark of the Moon Deluxe Wave 3 Released in Australia
Dark of the Moon Robo Power Activators Wave 1 Released at US and Canadian Retail
Dark of the Moon Walmart Exclusive Bonus Value Pack Released
Dark of the Moon Wal-Mart Exclusive Cyberverse Legion Three Pack Released
Dark of the Moon Robo Power Bash Bots Released at US Retail
Dark of the Moon Target Exclusive Starscream and Ratchet In Package and Comic Book Images
Dark of the Moon Coins


Transformers Prime News:
Hub gets 8 Emmy Nominations, 6 of them for Transformers Prime
Transformers Prime Voyager Figures


Other Transformers News:
Update from Shout on Japanese Transformers DVD Collection Boxset
Transformers Vault Foreword will be written by Peter Cullen
Transformers DVD Legend


Convention News:
Botcon 2011 Hall of Fame Event Update - Dark of the Moon Preview Confirmed
Botcon 2011 Guest Announcements - Gregg Berger, Morgan Lofting, Stan Bush, Neil Ross and Jack Angel
Auto Assembly 2009 Script Reading Video


Third Party Custom Transformers News:
Fansproject CA-03 Thundershread - More New Images
iGear Bee 03 Glyph Version, Bee 01 and Bee 02 Released


WTF @ TFW Episode 146

Diamond Comics Shipping List for 18 May

Toyark, Hisstank and Thundercats Round-Up 5-16-11

Original Source: Transformers News Roundup 05/09/11 - 05/15/11 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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PGT sent over a quick update for us to pass along:

This week @ PastGenerationToys.com

Coming soon – a brand new Past Generation Toys website!! Details coming soon! Lots of preorders listed! Check them out below!

Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon – Over 60 items available for PreOrder!!

Original Source: Past Generation Toys Update May 2011 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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We have received the word from IDW regarding the Trade Paperback’s of Transformers: Dark of the Moon Movie Prequels; Foundation & Rising Storm.

Both TPBs are to release this May 18th along with the final issue of Transformers: Foundation.

Just to recap the fan reaction towards both series…

TFW2005 Members were extremely pleased with the storytelling of John Barber, who connected all the previous movie adaptation, prequel and sequel comics with one seamless narration. His efforts were complemented with Andrew Griffith’s art and Priscilla Tramontano’s coloring. Carlos Magno was the artist of Rising Storm. Brian Rood joined the team to do the covers along with Griffith.

Let’s see what IDW has to say about their Trade paperbacks… Continue reading to findout the news. Oh, BTW... The Trade Paperback covers are now different than what we saw previously.

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Prequel Comic Books Foundation & Rising Storm Trade Paperbacks - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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We have received the official Press Release from Hasbro, regarding the release of Transformers: Dark of the Moon Toyline.

As you may recall, we too made a News Post regarding the release, not too long ago. You can visit that post to find various links to buy the toys from our sponsors and visit our [Award Winning] Resources Section filled with Transformers 3 Toy Info.

Continue reading to checkout the Press Release from Hasbro. You'll also find a humongous photo of Leader Bumblebee, attached to this PR.

Original Source: Hasbro Press Release - Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Toyline Release - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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A set of new officially licensed Transformers products for the 2010-2011-2012 Camaro has hit the automotive stores just in time for Transformers 3 Dark of the Moon. This time it a set of aluminum billet locking gas doors featuring the Autobot Symbol or the Transformers Logo.

While this is not super news on it's own, they are the first officially licensed Transformers items for the Camaro since the 2009 Transformers Package offered by GM. So Transformers branding on the Camaro is not done quite yet.

Will GM and Hasbro release a Bumblebee package for the upcoming ZL1, which has similar body styling to Transformers 3 Bumblebee already? Only time will tell!

To see a full list of all the new Transformers items, including 4 gas doors, and 2 hitch covers, plus some door sills, read the fully story!

Original Source: Official Transformers Gas Door Covers for 5th Gen Camaros (Bumblebee) - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Here comes the preview of Transformers: Foundation Issue #4; the epic conclusion of the Transformers: Dark of the Moon Prequel Comic Book Series.

On war-ravaged Cybertron, OPTIMUS PRIME finally finds himself face-to-face with MEGATRON... but if Prime carries through his plan, will he have crossed the line? Secrets are revealed as we make our last stop on the road to TRANSFORMERS: DARK OF THE MOON!

• Story by: John Barber
• Art by: Andrew Griffith
• Colors by: Priscilla Tramontano
• Letters by: Shawn Lee, Chris Mowry
• Cover by: Brian Rood, Andrew Griffith, Priscilla Tramontano

Missed the issues? Not to worry… findout about the Trade Paperbacks right here.

Transformers 3 Movie Adaptation TPB by IDW, hitting stores next week on 25th May, 2011.

Transformers: Foundation Issue #4 out on Wednesday, May 18th.

Original Source: Transformers: Foundation Issue #4 Seven-Page Preview - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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A small update for you now on the upcoming second assortment Dark of the Moon Human Alliance Basic Tailpipe. We've got a new in package picture of the guy, coming to you via the Transformers Collectors Club store. He's looking good, and this new image confirms that his Mini-con partner is going to be named Pinpointer. Pinpointer, for this wondering, is a callback to the Generation 1 Targetmaster partner to Crosshairs. The new version eschews Pinpointer's original colors, though, in favor of the more traditional Targetmaster black deco. Maybe he might get a recolor in red and gray later?

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Human Alliance Tailpipe & Pinpointer In Package Image - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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"Me Grimlock, Me Coming Back!"

Red Leader of 2005 boards is telling us that Takara-Tomy is planning to re-release MP-08 Masterpiece Grimlock.

If you missed him before, now’s the chance to grab him.

Still no release date is fixed, but most probably you’ll see Grimlock before the end of this year.

Original Source: Takara-Tomy MP-08 Masterpiece Grimlock To Be Re-Released - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Everybody’s counting down the days leading to Transformers: Dark of the Moon. The most spectacular thing about the movie series is the visual effects, namely the CGI Cybertronians.

Industrial Light and Magic of George Lucas and Michael Bay’s own Digital Domain help create the visual spectacles with their talented artists.

ILM recently uploaded two behind-the-scenes videos (nope, not Transformers 3… from the first movie) to let us know of the hard work they are doing.

If this writer may quote a portion from the article posted at Collider…

“...The scene in question involves Megatron and Optimus Prime flying through a building mid-battle. To achieve the effect, ILM constructed a 1/4 size model of the building that took up an entire sound stage. As a result, the falling debris has a far more realistic and tactile quality than would ever be possible with digital effects. It’s nice to know that ILM still has a commitment to producing old timey model effects. While CGI might offer more fluidity and control than was ever possible with practical effects, there’s just something more believable about a physical effect. It’s always easier to buy something that clearly once existed in the real world rather than simply on a computer...”

Take a look at both videos by following the links below:





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Original Source: Transformers 2007 Behind-The-FX Featurettes - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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As you may have heard (or pretty much expected) Transformers: Dark of the Moon has been rated. And it’s PG-13.

MPAA is describing the rating as follows…

“Intense prolonged sequences of sci-fi action violence, mayhem and destruction, and for language, some sexuality and innuendo.”

Trailbreaker of S4TE who kindly provided me with an insight of this rating states that this rating is very similar to the Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides rating.

“Intense prolonged sequences of sci-fi action violence, mayhem and destruction” refers to the Robot Duels, Baysplosions, Decimated Chicago and the Human Death that takes place throughout the movie.

"Language" may refer to the use of swear words in the movie. "Some sexuality and innuendo" may or may not refer to any jokes relating to the subject matter. This portion of the rating may direct towards the scenes with Model/Actress Rosie Huntington-Whiteley where… hem hem… AICN describes as “who doesn't need an occasion to dress in the tightest clothes imaginable”. As for “innuendo”… well, Michael Bay once stated, are toned-down jokes rather than what we saw on Revenge of the Fallen.

Hit the Discuss button to share your point of view regarding the rating.

Transformers: Dark of the Moon arriving to theaters July 1st, 2011.

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Officially Rated PG-13 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Back when everybody was eagerly anticipating an upcoming Transformers TV Series, you all now know so well as Transformers: Prime, we introduced you to the Artists working day-and-night to make the show a memorable one.

Among the many talented people is this young man… Ken Christiansen; Concept Artist for Transformers: Prime.

Mr. Christiansen dropped by TFW2005 to announce that he’ll be coming to BotCon 2011 to meet us all.

He told us that he’ll be…in his own words… "hoping that TFW'ers will stop by and introduce themselves".

You can read more about his participation at BotCon by visiting his blog and make sure to visit his table and say “Hi!” to this awesome artist.

Original Source: Transformers: Prime Concept Artist Ken Christiansen At BotCon 2011 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Transformers Concept Artist Mr. Christiansen dropped by TFW2005 to announce that he’ll be coming to BotCon 2011 to meet us all.

He told us that he’ll be…in his own words… "hoping that TFW'ers will stop by and introduce themselves".

You can read more about his participation at BotCon by visiting his blog and make sure to visit his table and say “Hi!” to this awesome artist.

Original Source: Transformer Concept Artist Ken Christiansen At BotCon 2011 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Some countries only get a Transformers movie quite a while after the theatrical release around the world. (This writer’s home country; Sri Lanka got Revenge of the Fallen full month behind the worldwide release).

Here’s a news that will please Indian, Sri Lankan and Bangladeshi Transformers Movie Fans.

After a tip I received from one of my closest friends, both of us decided to investigate why our theater is advertising a 1st of July release date for Transformers: Dark of the Moon.

As it turns out, Popular Indian media corporation; Viacom18 has acquired license from Paramount Pictures International to release the movie to the people of above stated countries (India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh) around the same time as the rest of the world.

Transformers 3 is the first project to be carried out in this manner followed by J.J. Abrams' Super 8 and later with Mission Impossible 4.

One of our local newspapers published Haresh Chawla, CEO of Viacom18 stating “Viacom18 Motion Pictures has built up a very strong presence in the movie business in a short span of time and this strategic alliance with a global major like Paramount Pictures will open up myriad possibilities that will help us further strengthen our presence in this space".

What can we say to those who worked really hard to bring the movie to the countries as quickly as possible? Thank You, Thank You, Very Much!

(Update: While I was typing this article, a quick word from the Sri Lankan theater; Liberty Cinema explains that the Sri Lankan release has been pushed back to July 8. We waited for two years... one week is A-OK!)

Original Source: Viacom18 Acquires License From Paramount For The Transformers 3 Indian Subcontinent Release - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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We have received the Diamond Comics Shipping List for next Wednesday, May 25th, 2011, thanks to 2005 Boards member D-Drive.

It’s going to be awesome… Transformers: Dark of the Moon Adaptation Comic Book (TPB) is arriving.

• TRANSFORMERS 3 CYBERVERSE BASIC ASST 201101
• TRANSFORMERS 3 DARK MOON MOVIE ADAPTATION TP
• TRANSFORMERS 3 MECH TECH VOYAGER AF ASST 201101
• TRANSFORMERS HEART OF DARKNESS #3 (& it's incentive)
• TRANSFORMERS IDW COLLECTION HC VOL 04

Checkout more info, after the jump.

Original Source: Diamond Comics Shipping List For May 25th, 2011 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Transformers Concept Artist Mr. Christiansen dropped by TFW2005 to announce that he’ll be coming to BotCon 2011 to meet us all.

He told us that he’ll be…in his own words… "hoping that TFW'ers will stop by and introduce themselves".

You can read more about his participation at BotCon by visiting his blog and make sure to visit his table and say “Hi!” to this awesome artist.

Original Source: Transformers Concept Artist Ken Christiansen At BotCon 2011 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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TFW2005 Sponsor Big Bad Toy Store is bringing us our first official look at the Star Wars Transformers 2011 Class I Series 01.

The wave consists of...
General Grievous to Grievous' Starfighter
Obi-Wan Kenobi to Jedi Starfighter
Anakin Skywalker to Jedi Starfighter

Original Source: Star Wars Transformers 2011 Class I Series 01 Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Joe Moore @ TFW2005.com

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Today, for our Featured Ebay Auctions, we have some fun vintage auctions that are worth a look. We have a couple of vintage in-box G1 lots, a couple of classic G1 licensed items and a couple of Japanese G1 in-box auctions.

• Vintage G1 Transformers Boxed Lot of 18 Autobots, Some Sealed
• Vintage G1 Transformers Box Lot of 16 Decepticons, Some Sealed
• Vintage Transformers G1 Dishes Set
• Vintage 1984 Transformers G1 Optimus Prime Briefcase
• Japanese Transformers G1 Victory Leo In Box
• Japanese Transformers G1 Autobot Twins In Box

Photos can be seen by checking out the auctions.

Original Source: Featured Ebay Auctions - Vintage Fun - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We have received a press release from Hasbro, giving the names of the two human inductees into the Transformers Hall of Fame 2011. In recognition of their sterling work in transforming Transformers from a boy's toys franchise into a multi-million worldwide blockbuster smash franchise, the Hall of Fame will this year be honoring Transformers live action movie series director Michael Bay, and Hollywood legend Steven Spielberg, who has served as executive producer for the three live action Transformers movies. Michael Bay will be attending Botcon 2011's Hall of Fame event on June 4 in Pasadena, California.

Read on for the full press release.

Original Source: Michael Bay and Steven Spielberg to be Inducted into Transformers Hall of Fame - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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A clip from Transformers Dark of the Moon premiered earlier on Ellen, where Patrick Dempsey was appearing as a guest. The clip showed one of his scenes from the new film. It's been uploaded to all the usual places, including comingsoon.net and Yahoo Movies. Check it out below:

Original Source: Dark of the Moon first Clip Featuring Patrick Dempsey - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We have received an update from our friends at TFSource. This week they have a selection of new preorders including on the unofficial custom side TAW-01GS TAW God Sword - Shattered Glass Version, Perfect Effect Laser & Buzzer Set, Causality Thundershred by Fansproject, Masterpiece Optimus Prime Black Trailer - for MP-01 MP-1L MP-01B, and CDMW-21 Sea Brigade Power Parts - Stormsurge Cannons and Blades. On the official side new preorders include Dark of the Moon Lawson's Exclusive Battle Blades Dark Side Optimus Prime, and Dark of the Moon Leader Class Sentinel Prime along with select other figures. See all the Dark of the Moon figures here! TFSource has also restocked the MP-05 Masterpiece Megatron Perfect Edition Accessory Kit, perfect if you've just picked up a re-released Masterpiece Megatron and want to complete his gun mode. All this and more in this weeks SourceNews!

In this issue of SourceNews:
1. Now up for Preorder: PE-03 and PE-04 Perfect Effect Laser & Buzzer set!
2. iGear Seeker Jets and MGT-01 Arcee up for Preorder!
3. New TAW Godsword Preorder Up!
4. Now up for Preorder: Lawson's Exclusive "Dark Side Color" Optimus Prime!
5. TFsource Restock: MP-05 Masterpiece Megatron Perfect Edition Accessory Kit!
6. Transformers Dark of the Moon Sentinel Prime and other Preorders Up!
7. Masterpiece Optimus Prime Black Trailer - Now up for Preorder!
8. Now up for Preorder: CQ-03 Causality Thundershred by FansProject!
9. New Recruits!
10. MP-10 Masterpiece Optimus Prime - New Version Preorder!
11. Now up for Preorder: BTS-04 Sonicron Figure!
12. Just in: Hyper Hobby Exclusive Black Rodimus!
13. Crazy Devy Update!
14. Newest Instock items at TFsource
15. Newest Preorder items at TFsource

Click here to visit TFSource and start shopping!

Original Source: TFSource Sourcenews Update for 19 May 2011 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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iGear has updated their website with a teaser image for their partner product PP05. The image shows what looks like Ironhide, with the tagline "such heroic nonsense", the last words Ironhide ever heard in the Transformers animated movie in 1986.

Could Ironhide be the next unofficial custom release in this not-Transformers not-Masterpiece line? If so, will he be an all-new design, or like the first three iGear PP series will he be a copy of an existing Transformers design (our money's on Alternators Optimus Prime with different shoulders if that is the case)

The teaser says to pay attention to TFSource's booth at Botcon, and that whatever it is is coming in fourth quarter 2011. So we do not have long to wait to unravel this mystery.

Original Source: iGear PP05 Teaser - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Josh Duhamel was on Ellen today, and with it came a new clip of Transformers Dark of the Moon. There's a mild spoiler in this one, as it shows Josh as Major William Lennox doing what he does best - leading NEST soldiers into battle with alien robots in dramatic fashion.

"I can't promise you a ride home, but who's in?"

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Clip featuring Josh Duhamel - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Participating at a press conference, Michael Bay and James Cameron discussed the challenges and benefits of 3-D moviemaking at Paramount Studios on Wednesday.

Mr. Bay then showed 15 minutes of assorted footage to the audience. It is said that the opening sequence of Transformers: Dark of the Moon was revealed at the event. And what did that contained? It’s a story to be told in few minutes.

"I came up with that building sequence while I was doing stomach crunches," Bay said after the footage played. "That's the weirdest place I've ever come up with an action scene."

"I just watched the movie and couldn't tell the difference between digital and film," Cameron said. "This movie is a testament to the fact that it's indistinguishable to the eye."

You can read more at Yahoo! and Collider. Beware, Spoilers!!!

Photo courtesy: Nelson Lauren of Michael Bay Official Website.

Original Source: Michael Bay & James Cameron Talk Transformers: Dark Of The Moon 3D - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Michael Bay and James Cameron recently sat down to discuss the future of the 3D Movie Industry. And to everyone's delight, Mr. Bay revealed 15 minutes of footage from his upcoming movie Transformers: Dark of the Moon.

Among that was revealed is the first 5 minutes or so from the movie.

You can read on to findout the description from Cinema Blend. You may find the next bit to be Spoiler filled.

Original Source: Opening Scenes Of Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Revealed - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Transformers: Dark of the Moon 16 Weeks of Cyber Sweeps website has been updated!

A new online game called Puzzle Former is now available.

As the name suggests, it's basically a Jig-Saw Puzzle with a time-limit. Once you complete a puzzle you'll receive a cool wallpaper for your Desktop Background.

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon - 16 Weeks Of Cyber Sweeps Puzzle Former Available - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The schedule for this year's Botcon is now online! Click here to check it out at the official Botcon homepage. Some of the key items of interest for attendees are:

Friday 1pm - Script Reading "The Stunti-Con Job"
Saturday 11 am - Hasbro Transformers Toys Panel
Saturday 12 pm - Transformers Prime Cast Script Reading
Saturday 2 pm - Surprise Guest Autograph section - who could they be?
Saturday 4 pm - TFTM 25th Anniversary Voice Actor Panel
Sunday 10 am - The Making of Transformers Prime Panel
Sunday 1 pm - Hasbro Planning and Story Building

All this and much much more on a packed weekend schedule! Check out the full schedule here, and be sure to keep your browsers on TFW2005 all Botcon weekend when we bring you live coverage of the panels and new products on show in the Dealer room!

Original Source: Botcon 2011 Convention Schedule Now Up - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Deadline reports that the release date for Transformers Dark of the Moon has been bumped. Originally scheduled for a release on Friday 1 July, Dark of the Moon will now open on Wednesday 29 June, a mere 40 days from now! This will be the new global launch date for all territories, except Japan and China.

This news comes to you by way of /Film.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Release Date Bumped to 29 June - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Saving the best (or at least, the most local to myself) for last, the store exclusive Sidearm Sideswipe and 2007 Movie Bumblebee Recolors have also been released - this time in the UK. Yes, the UK is getting these exclusives, which are Walmart Exclusive in the US, at Sainsburys stores. Member dkreed7 who made the sighting reports there is also a tag on shelves for the Deluxe Class Optimus Prime, another Walmart exclusive.

There's no word on if these Walmart US exclusives are going to be exclusive to Sainsburys in the UK, like the Ravage Infiltration set, or if they are going to be more widely available, as for example a shared exclusive between Sainsburys and the Walmart-owned Asda.

One final note is that the UK will be getting the Scan Series Toys R Us exclusives; they will be Toys R Us exclusives in the UK as well.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Rally Sidearm Sideswipe and Bumblebee Released in the UK - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The KMart exclusive Autobot Daredevil Squad is our second new Transformers release today. Priced $17.99, it was again released on launch day but slipped under the radar thanks to the amount of new material released. The set includes a redeco of the Human Alliance Basic, Backfire, and a silver version of Revenge of the Fallen Bumblebee.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Autobot Daredevil Squad Released - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We've got three new Transformers Dark of the Moon releases to report next. First up is Dark of the Moon Cyberverse Legion Wave 2. This was actually out on release day in many places but got overlooked thanks to the sheer amount of material coming out. It's a pity too, because this is the assortment with the cool Legion Class Wrecker Leadfoot and Dread Crowbar in it. Mudflap Ratchet and Bolt Bumblebee round out the assortment.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Cyberverse Legion Wave 2 Released - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: XJunky @ TFW2005.com

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Botcon guests and the tenth MP are only the icebergial tip of this episode. Join Vangelus, Gogdog, and Seth Buzzard for a ride under a three wolf moon into the podcast's mysterious origins!

You can download and comment on it here: WTF @ TFW - Episode 147

Also check out our continuing episodic discussions about Transformers Prime in WTF Primetime!
WTF Primetime - Shadowzone

If you use iTunes and regularly subscribe to podcasts, you can add us to your player and have the software download each episode automatically each time we update. To do that, and give us a reviews on iTunes, click here: Transformers Podcast on iTunes.

Original Source: WTF @ TFW Episode 147 is now Online! - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Michael Bay uploaded the 3D edit of the Transformers Dark of the Moon trailer to Youtube. There are a couple of bits of new footage in there, such as an awesome panoramic view of the inside of the Ark, Optimus ejecting a cartridge from his gun, Bumblebee jumping into the screen over an obstacle, and a new clip of what is potentially a major battle. You'll have to check out the trailer to see that last one, we're not spoiling that for you! Check it out below:

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Trailer 3D Edit - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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It just goes to show - take the site down for one little bit of scheduled maintenance and when we get back, BOOM! lotsa news. This bit of news comes to us from a Toys R Us down in San Antonio, Texas - the Dark of the Moon Deluxe Wave 3 has been spotted! Less than a week after the official launch, the third assortment of Deluxes - which features Mudflap, Laserbeak, Thundercracker and Nitro Bumblebee - has been found and purchased. Thank 2005 Boards member raiden225005 for this bit of news - even if your wallets don't.

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

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The schedule for this year's Botcon is now online! Click here to check it out at the official Botcon homepage. Some of the key items of interest for attendees are:

Friday 1pm - Script Reading "The Stunti-Con Job"
Saturday 11 am - Hasbro Transformers Toys Panel
Saturday 12 pm - Transformers Prime Cast Script Reading
Saturday 2 pm - Surprise Guest Autograph section - who could they be?
Saturday 4 pm - TFTM 25th Anniversary Voice Actor Panel
Sunday 10 am - The Making of Transformers Prime Panel
Sunday 1 pm - Hasbro Planning and Story Building

All this and much much more on a packed weekend schedule! Check out the full schedule here, and be sure to keep your browsers on TFW2005 all Botcon weekend when we bring you live coverage of the panels and new products on show in the Dealer room!


Update - Botcon has added further information about the content of each panel. The Animated Stunti-Con Job panel also mentions that there will be a surprise guest - could they also be signing autographs the next day? Talk about this new development here.

Original Source: Botcon 2011 Convention Schedule and Panel Information Now Up - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Airing now - Transformers: Dark of the Moon Mechtech Toy TV Commercial.

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon - Mechtech Toy Commercial - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Hasbro Official Transformers Toy Website has been updated with Transformers Cyberverse Battle Builder Game.

You control the world and command the battle. Who will win--the AUTOBOTS or the DECEPTICONS? Find out now in the TRANSFORMERS Dark of the Moon CYBERVERSE game

If you are a fan of RTS style games, then you’ll enjoy this. The game is best to play if you have a friend nearby since this is a two player game.

If you love side-scrolling action games, then MechTech Weapons Challenge, is for you!

Cyberverse Product Checklist is also available. You can download it here.

Original Source: Transformers Cyberverse Battle Builder Game Available To Play - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Participating at a press conference, Michael Bay and James Cameron discussed the challenges and benefits of 3-D moviemaking at Paramount Studios on Wednesday.

Mr. Bay then showed 15 minutes of assorted footage to the audience. It is said that the opening sequence of Transformers: Dark of the Moon was revealed at the event. And what did that contained? It’s a story to be told in few minutes.

"I came up with that building sequence while I was doing stomach crunches," Bay said after the footage played. "That's the weirdest place I've ever come up with an action scene."

"I just watched the movie and couldn't tell the difference between digital and film," Cameron said. "This movie is a testament to the fact that it's indistinguishable to the eye."

You can read more at Yahoo! and Collider. Beware, Spoilers!!!

Update: A video from the Discussion Session is now available online. You can take a look at the YouTube and Vimeo version of the same video after the jump. Full video coming next week.

Photo courtesy: Nelson Lauren of Michael Bay Official Website.

Original Source: Update - Michael Bay & James Cameron Talk Transformers: Dark Of The Moon 3D - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Here we are bringing you the IDW August 2011 Transformers Solicitations.

Nothing related to the Movie Franchise. Maybe it’s too early to tell or maybe as Michael Bay stated… It all ends with Transformers: Dark of the Moon.

This is the month where Transformers: Chaos is set to start. You can read our exclusive interview with Mike Costa and Livio Ramondelli regarding the series, right here.

Without further introduction, here are the books…

• Transformers #23
• Transformers #24
• Transformers Classics: UK, Vol. 1

Findout more about each solicitation, after the jump.

Original Source: IDW August 2011 Transformers Solicitations - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Three is the lucky number today! Good things come in threes, and we've got three sets of new official wave three toy images for you! First up, we have official images of Dark of the Moon Voyager Wave 3 Fireburst Optimus Prime, and he's looking fine with his darker deco contrasting against the vibrant firey reds and oranges. He was accompanied by official images of Shockwave, who is actually a part of wave 2, but is being repacked as a part of wave 3 as well.

Next up, we have official images of the recently released Dark of the Moon Deluxe Wave 3. Nitro Bumblebee, Mudflap, Thundercracker and Laserbeak make up this assortment, and these images make all of them look pretty cool - especially Laserbeak with that huge wingspan.

Last but by no means least, Human Alliance Basic Wave 3 is covered by these official pictures! Wave 3 brings us a redeco of Sandstorm from Wave 1 in gray and black, possibly an urban camo or lunar buggy deco. He is joined by an all-new mold - and that's the guy you can see to the left. Yes, Decepticon Drag Strip is back and joining the ranks of the Human Alliance series. He's looking very sharp in his traditional color scheme, and has a couple of throwbacks to his Power Core Combiners cousin Overrun - although we're pretty sure this is Drag Strip thanks to some Walmart listings that ATT's Zobovor uncovered some time ago. Official photography of the assortment is rounded out with some new images of the Wave 2 Human Alliance Basics Whirl and Tailpipe, who are looking awesome.

These images come to you via 4Chan. Read on to check them all out.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Wave 3 Official Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Boards member Snake_eyes1975 has shared with us a rather interesting scan from Dark of the Moon Laserbeak's instructions - check it out to the left. That's a new head sculpt! Hasbro evidently are continuing their trend of hinting at potential future remolds by featuring the new heads in their instruction manuals. Laserbeak's instructions feature one such new head - and it's a pretty mean looking bird all things considered. Could this be the emergence of Movie universe Buzzsaw?

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Laserbeak Alternate Head - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Big news for Auto Assembly - and also for Nordcon! Nordcon, which as you may recall was organized by the NTFA, have partnered with the crew from Auto Assembly to bring you a new European Transformers convention! Auto Assembly Europe will be organized by the combined teams of Auto Assembly and Nordcon, and will be held in Sweden this fall. This partnership will give Europe a Transformers convention of its own, the Transformers convention that Europe deserves.

A bright new star is rising for Transformers fans in Europe, for those who cannot travel to the US for Botcon or to the UK for Auto Assembly, now you too have a convention within reach. This partnership promises great and unmissable conventions for the UK and for Europe.

Check out the official announcement video for this partnership - with an awesome retrospective of past Auto Assemblys - below:

Original Source: Auto Assembly Europe Announced - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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“I Create” that is the meaning of Hasbro’s Kre-O toyline. New Transformers Kre-O figures (and Kreons) are now up at Toys “R” Us. All of ‘em are G1 figures, including…

• Jazz
• Mirage
• Sideswipe
• Prowl

Take a look at the toys, after the jump.

Original Source: New Kre-O Figures At Toys “R” Us - Jazz, Mirage, Sideswipe And Prowl - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

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Back in March, we found confirmation of a Walmart exclusive bundle for Transformers 3 Dark Of The Moon, featuring Optimus Prime(repaint of Battle Blades Optimus Prime with the unmasked head sculpt and hook swords used on the TakaraTomy Autobot Alliance release) with Comettor(repaint of Landmine). This set was released earlier this month and has been making its way across the country.

The question is, is this Optimus Prime with Comettor set worth it? To answer that question, I have posted a photo intensive pictorial review. Read on to check out how this set turned out!

Original Source: Dark Of The Moon Walmart Exclusive Optimus Prime With Comettor Pictorial Review - Transformer World 2005