Transformers News

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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That was an enjoyable Season’s Finale! Season 2 is not that far away. Today at New York Comic Con 2011 the team behind Transformers: Prime teased us with things yet to come.

We’ve heard of Tony Todd’s involvement with Transformers: Prime before and on today’s panel we received the confirmation that he is indeed voicing Dreadwing.

Also, celebrity actor Nathan Fillion (Firefly, Saving Private Ryan, Serenity) will voice a Transformer. At the moment we do not know exactly what character he will be voicing for.

Quite a lot from the panel are considered as Spoilers. Therefore, take a look at the juicy news… after the jump.

Original Source: NYCC 2011 Transformers: Prime Panel - Tony Todd Is Dreadwing, Nathan Fillion To Voice A Transformer - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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The Cherry Bomb Toy Show happening today in Victoria, CA has had several 3rd party groups in attendance today showing off new upcoming products. 2005 Board member Jigga has stopped by to share photos of all the goodies on display. Among them are some fantastic surprises.

Pictures of new items on display are:

Maketoys

• Giant, with shots of the combiner ports for Bonecrusher and Scavenger
• G2 Prime trailer and armor, officially named "Battle Tanker"
• The Fallen - new original mold. Has Power Core Combiner ports

Mastermind Creations

• Terminus Hexatron - colored pics and prototype
• Hearts of Steel Ultra Magnus - Collaboration with Encline Design and Renderform

Renderform

• Classics Rodimus guns
• Classics Hound/Botcon Scorch upgrade kit -Rifle and missiles for Ravage
• New arm blasters/null rays for Classics Starscream, Thundercracker and Skywarp

Corbot V

• Serpent Leader - Appears to be HISS Tank Optimus Prime from G.I.Joe/Transformers crossover

Headrobots

• Drone Helicopter Kit - Conversion kit for Hunt For the Decepticons Tomahawk into Whirl

G1 Uppers

• Animated Menasor head prototype

Check out all of the pics after the break!

Original Source: 3rd Party Toy Rundown From Cherry Bomb Toy Show - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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From what we found out, nothing much was told at the New York Comic Con 2011 Hasbro [General] Panel. But we sure got some juicy detail from the NYCC Transformers: Prime Panel and the Hasbro Transformers Panel.

TFW2005 Member Soundwave9 is bringing us his recorded video of the Hasbro Transformers Panel and we thank him for doing it on behalf of the fans.


And with it, it's time to pack our bags and head home. New York Comic Con 2011 is officially over. We do hope that you enjoyed our coverage. We had some technical difficulties but managed to put the word out to the fans. A round of applause should go out to the TFW Network News Crew at the Convention Grounds, they had a very tiring yet fun weekend. Check out all the NYCC 2011 News at our Sister Sites; TOYARK, HISSTANK and THUNDERCATS.

*The image in this news post is from the Hasbro [General] Panel. From the Kirby Krackle concert on the Hasbro Stage to be exact.

Original Source: NYCC 2011 Hasbro Transformers Panel Video And The Convention Wrap-up - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Original Source: TFSource Sourcenews 17 October 2011 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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After hours at the Cherry Bomb Toy Show, 2005 Boards member Encline got a chance to take a look at some of the upcoming Maketoys products. These three teaser images show the relative size of the Giant's Constructicons - they are Deluxe sized, not Scout sized as previously thought. Giant himself is approximately 2.5 times the height of a Deluxe. Lastly, a new shot of Fallen shows him relative to a Deluxe class, and he too is approximately twice the height of a Deluxe.

Read on and check out the pictures, and watch this space, as there is more material to come.

Original Source: Maketoys Giant and Fallen New Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Websites Collider.com and hollywoodreporter have both posted news regarding the next film installment of the Transformers franchise. Hasbro CEO Brian Goldner is in talks with Paramount, Michael Bay and Steven Spielberg about the project and hope to make an official announcement next quarter.

What do you think about this news? Are you ready for a fourth Transformers film? Sound off in the thread!

Original Source: Hasbro In Talks for Transformers 4 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Website engadget.com has posted some information regarding the 3D Blu Ray release of Transformers Dark Of The Moon. No United States release has been revealed yet, but Japan will get the release on January 20th, 2012. The japanese release will feature both English and Japanese soundtracks.

Check out the information in the above link or click on the discuss button to share your thoughts.

Original Source: Dark Of The Moon Blu-ray 3D Release Date for Japan - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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I guess you might like to know firsthand what was told at the Hasbro Third Quarter 2011 Earnings Conference Call.

News regarding Transformers 4 was the highlight, but there were other news about Transformers: Prime and TF Toys.

Read more… after the jump.

Original Source: TFW2005 Coverage Of Hasbro Third Quarter 2011 Earnings Conference Call - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The big part of last weekend was the New York Comic Con! Lots of news about Transformers Prime toys, and some new Dark of the Moon toys too. Check out below for a rundown of the news from the New York Comic Con:

New York Comic Con News
Official Press Release: Hasbro to Celebrate Its Iconic Brands with Fans at New York Comic Con 2011
NYCC 2011 - Matt Tieger, Transformers Collectors' Club, Transformers Artists Attending
NYCC 2011 Exclusive - Transformers Prime Special Edition Collector's Set
Transformers Prime NYCC Exclusive Gallery
NYCC Transformers Cuponk and Nerf Blaster Images
Fall of Cybertron Grimlock Banner from NYCC
New Character Art from Transformers Universe MMO at NYCC
Key Images From The Transformers Panel at NYCC
Hasbro Preview Event Pics From New York Comic-Con
Dark of the Moon Deluxe Wave 6 On Display at New York Comic-Con
Hi-Res Dark Of The Moon Photos From NYCC
A Couple More NYCC Movie Toys Shots
Transformers Prime Soundwave, Wheeljack and Cliffjumper at NYCC
More Transformers Prime Toy Images from NYCC
Transformers Prime Cyberverse Light Up Gimmick
More Transformers Prime Pics From NYCC
NYCC Rescue Bots Display
NYCC 2011 Hasbro Transformers Panel Video And The Convention Wrap-up


There was plenty of other news going on last week, including new Transformers United toys announced, some third party reveals at the Cherry Bomb Toy Show - all this, and a mind-blowingly awesome Transformers Prime season finale!


Transformers Dark of the Moon News
Asia Exclusive Dark Nightwatch Jetwing Optimus
Amazon.jp Exclusive. Clear DMK Optimus Model Kit
Dark of the Moon Deluxe Wave 5 Released in the US
Dark of the Moon Stealth Bumblebee Packaging Variant
Dark Of The Moon Optimus Prime Pillow
Redbox Celebrates Dark Of The Moon


Transformers Prime News
NYCC 2011 Transformers: Prime Panel - Tony Todd Is Dreadwing, Nathan Fillion To Voice A Transformer
End Of An Era - UK Transformers Titan Magazine Rebranded As Transformers: Prime


Transformers Video Game News
Transformers Fall Of Cybertron Trailer
Fall of Cybertron Optimus Prime Video
Illustrated Tour of Fall of Cybertron
Transformers: Fall Of Cybertron - Behind The Crosshairs: The Weapons Of Transformers
Transformers Universe MMO New Screenshots


Japanese Transformers News
First Images of New TF United Figues from BBTS
CM's Corp Minerva Guttu Kurru Figure Backpack Images
Kabaya Transformers Wave 4 Rodimus Prime Upgrade Parts


Transformers Comic News
IDW Announces Infestation Sequel
Transformers Infestation 2 Cover Artwork
Infestation 2 interview with Chris Ryall


Other Transformers News
In-Package Image of Upcoming Generations Sky Shadow


Convention / Collector's Club News
Alex Milne to attend the 2011 Canadian Action Figure Expo


Third Party News
3rd Party Toy Rundown From Cherry Bomb Toy Show
Renderform RFX-001 Axe Accessory Packs
Headrobots Drone Helicopter pics from Cherry Bomb Toy Show
New Images of Maketoys Giant
Maketoys Giant and Fallen New Images
Another 3rd Party Sixshot in the works?
Beezleboss Growing Pains Classics Goldbug Custom Kit New Images


TFWe Issue 5 PDF - Robots in Disguise Special!

WTF@TFW Podcast Episode 168

Diamond Comics Shipping List for 19 October

Original Source: Transformers News Roundup 10/11/11 - 10/16/11 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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The hunt begins yet again, for some of us. Thanks to TFW2005 user Lbsammills51, we have our first United States sighting of the highly-awaited repaint of the DOTM Ironhide in a very G1-inspired deco. This toy was sighted at a Target in California.

Have any sightings you would like to share with your fellow collectors? Swing on by TFW's sightings forum and don't forget to hit the discuss link to discuss this sighting on the boards!

Original Source: Cannon Force Ironhide Released at US Retail - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Tempting Toys & Collectibles sent over a quick update for some new stock and adjusted prices:

• New MP-10 Masterpiece Convoy & MP-09 Rodimus Convoy set for $399.99
• Henkei Hot Rod (Rodimus) for only $39.99
• Rare sealed G1 Transformers for trade
• Rare AFA graded G1 Transformers for trade

Check out Tempting Collectibles for all your Transformers needs!

Original Source: Tempting Toys Update - 10/17/2011 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Good news everyone! Website Nicozon.net has posted a video advertising Transformers Prime coming to Japan. This video shows off clips from the show, currently airing in the United States on the Hub. The end of the video also features the upcoming toyline.

Check out the attached picture for screen caps from the video and then join the discussion on the 2005 boards

Original Source: Transformers Prime Comes to Japan - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Continuing with their month long exclusive coverage of Transformers Fall Of Cybertron, Gameinformer.com has posted an interview with director Matt Tieger. In the interview Matt discuss what it's like to play an important role in the Transformers Franchise and why he prefers to not think of War For Cybertron as a sequel, but as a "spirtitual successor".

Click on the link above to check out the video and then join the discussion in the ongoing thread

Original Source: Interview with Fall Of Cybertron Director, Matt Tieger - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Hasbro has sent us a press release regarding the exclusive items from the New York Comic Convention going up on Hasbrotoyshop.com

Hello TRANSFORMERS Fans!
HasbroToyShop.com wanted to give the TRANSFORMERS fan community a heads-up on a limited opportunity to obtain the TRANSFORMERS Cuponk, Bumblebee Blaster, and TRANSFORMERS Prime New York Comic Con Special Edition Figures. Hasbro will be posting these items to Games, Toys, Action Figures, Collectibles, and Gifts - HasbroToyShop.com for sale on Wednesday, October 19, after 10:00am EST. We wanted to provide you with as much notice as possible, but would like reiterate that remaining inventory is limited, and as always the best chance to purchase the special edition items is at the convention. We are glad we are able to make these remaining figures available.

Get ready to sit by your computer Wednesday morning! Good luck to everyone. Discuss your plan of action on the 2005 boards by hitting the discuss link

Original Source: Transformers NYCC Exclusives Coming to Hasbrotoyshop.com - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Take this with a HUGE grain of salt. Showblitz.com is reporting that Hasbro said on a Monday earnings call that they were in "active discussions" with Paramount, Michael Bay and Steven Spielberg on how to move forward with the film franchise. Sources close to the planning process tell the website it could actually be two films headed into production, a measure that can save millions because cast and crew deals only be negotiated once, among other factors. Ehren Kruger is said to have an idea for the next installments that the studio likes. Shia Leabouf is still out and, once again, Jason Statham has been discussed yet again. Statham was previously rumored to be Lebouf's replacement and later dismissed by Michael Bay himself.

Again, take this with a HUGE grain of salt. We'll keep you posted as more information rolls in. For the time being, sound off in the discussion thread.

Original Source: Rumor: Transformers 4 & 5 May Film Back to Back; Jason Statham Rumor Resurfaces - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Board member grinkrystal has been fortunate enough to pick up Deluxe Cliffjumper and Bumblebee from the upcoming Transformers Prime toyline. The toys were found at a local toy show in the Phillipines and did not come in package. He's been gratious enough to share with us some images of the two figures side by side in vehicle mode and some underneath shots.

grinkrystal has also uploaded two quick videos as well. One of those videos shows Cliffjumper's cannons off. To view those videos, check out the pics and join the discussion, click the title bar and enjoy.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Cliffjumper and Bumblebee In-hand Images - Transformer World 2005

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Original Source: Transformers Prime Arcee Video Review - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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3rd Party Group has posted some test shots for their new Rager and Spray figure 2-pack on their Facebook page.

Click the title bar for all the images and join the discussion on the 2005 Boards

Original Source: iGear Rager and Spray Test Shots - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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An interesting tidbit today as it appears Takara-Tomy, through Toys 'R Us Japan, will be releasing an add-on set for the upcoming Japanese-exclusive Striker Optimus Prime. Limited at 10,000 pieces, the add-on is composed of two energy swords that can be attached to they toy by the use of either a Mechtech port, or grips that are specially designed for the hands of not just Striker Optimus Prime, but for any of the previous uses of the ROTF Leader Optimus Prime mold. The parts will be available from November 18th to December 11th.

Original Source: TRU Japan Exclusive Battle Blades Add-On - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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TFC Toys has posted new images of their upcoming Structor and Dr. Crank figures from the Hercules set on their Facebook page. As Heavy Labor gets ready to start heading out, you can now get excited for the next two releases as they are shown here in delicious Decepticon black, purple and green for the first time. 2005 Board member xterry adds that the final paint on these figures has yet to be applied.

Interestingly, Structor's shovel is shown in black. Whether this is a permanent color for the figure or still awaiting paint is unknown.

Check the Hercules Mega Thread and join the discussion

Original Source: TFC Toys Structor and Dr. Crank Colored Pics - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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eHobby has updated their website with new images of the upcoming MP-09B Destron Doppelganger Black Rodimus Convoy showing off the various modes and accessories of the toy, a preview of the comic regarding Black Rodimus, and comparisons with the Animated Black Rodimus toy.

Original Source: New Images of Upcoming MP-09B Black Rodimus Convoy - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tim Formas @ TFW2005.com

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A special DVD stocked in the action figure aisles at Walmart has been released that feature the first U.S. release of any kind on DVD of Transformers: Prime. Available for $3.97, the DVD features three episodes of Transformers: Prime. On the DVD are:

• Episode 7: Scrapheap
• Episode 8: Con Job
• Episode 10: Deus Ex Machina

The DVD also features a bonus episode of Family Game Night. A picture of the cover can be seen via a sighting froma purchased made at the Walmart in Algonquin, IL.

Original Source: Special Transformers Prime DVD Released at Walmart - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Amazon Japan has updated with a couple of new product pages. they've got pages up showing clear images of Takara-Tomy's Deluxe Leadfoot - who is devoid of all sponsorship logos - and Human Alliance Soundwave, who is actually using the same basic promo images as Soundwave's US release (but we've not had a proper clear look at them before now so worth checking out).

Click on the links above for the full zoomable images, we've got some decent mid-res versions of the images attached to this story.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Deluxe Leadfoot Japan Edition and HA Soundwave Official Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Grab your rubber suits and get insulated as Vangelus, GogDog, and Seth Buzzard protect themselves from SHOCKING revelations, talking potatoes, and grey-scale French girls.

You can download and comment on it here: WTF @ TFW - Episode 169

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 Podcast Episode 169 Now Online - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

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Xovergen has tweeted a new teaser image for their newest project, TrailerForce TF01, a new trailer for Powermaster Optimus Prime/Ginrai. Available in 2012, no word on gimmicks at the moment. Take a closer look after the jump!

Original Source: Xovergen TrailerForce TF01 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Michael Bay has responded to the rumors that he is in talks with Paramount for Transformers 4 & 5. He denies any talks are taking place, and states that his current future plans do not involve any new installments of the Transformers live action movie franchise.

I am currently not talking to Paramount on T4 and T5 despite reports. I'm looking at a lot of possibilities coming my way right now weighing options. Most likely going to be doing the low budget Pain and Gain, a true story crime thriller. It's a very quick shoot and quite funny. Also just finishing the 3 disc set of the Transformer trilogy.

Michael

Check out the full post on Shoot for the Edit.

Original Source: Michael Bay Denies Transformers 4 Rumor - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tim Formas @ TFW2005.com

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Following the convention this last weekend, the 2011 New York Comic-Con exclusives from Hasbro are now available from HasbroToyShop.com. Head over now to pick up:

• Transformers Prime: Bumblebee and Arcee Set
• Transformers Cuponk
• NERF N-Strike Barricade RV-10 Blaster - Bumblebee Edition

Original Source: New York Comic-Con Transformers Exclusives Now Available at HasbroToyShop - Transformer World 2005

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Original Source: Maketoys Giant, Not-Fallen & Battle Tanker Armor Video Previews - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Boards member encline has shared a trio of videos with us. At the recent Cherry Bomb Toys show, encline had a chance to look at some of the future products from third party group Maketoy. His videos cover the "big three" of their releases - namely the Giant construction robot combiner group, the Reveal the Shield Optimus Prime trailer armor Battle Tanker, and the as yet unnamed not-Fallen.

Check out the video for Giant below, and read on to check out the videos for Battle Tanker and not-Fallen.

Original Source: Maketoy Preview Videos - Giant, Battler Tanker and not-Fallen - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Following Mr. Michael Bay’s footsteps, Actor Jason Statham addressed the recent Transformers Movie Rumors…

"You know, I don't know how those things start. You read them. Someone told me about it. [But] the internet is a dangerous place," Statham laughed. "There's a lot of stuff out there."

Not to say that Statham would be completely opposed to a "Transformers" movie: "I've got a lot of stuff in front of me, but Michael Bay is a talented man. This last one just made a billion dollars around the world, so people like his films. He's a talented man."

Here is the interview courtesy of MTV*.

Get More: Movie Trailers, Movies Blog

*The video may not be available for some countries.

Original Source: Jason Statham Debunks Future Transformers Movie Rumors - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Game Informer has posted another cool article regarding Transformers: Fall of Cybertron; the upcoming sequel to Transformers: War for Cybertron. This time, it's about animating the Cybertronians.

"The team at High Moon is laser-focused on creating an authentic vision of the Transformer characters -- one that is true to the roots of the character concepts, while still moving the fiction and visual treatment forward in exciting new directions. That philosophy is on display in a big way through the animation work that is going into Fall of Cybertron. Each character's unique transformations is built to represent the nature of the character. Optimus Prime pounds the ground with the force of a gorilla. Jazz flips and twists like a break dancer. Grimlock morphs into a destructive monster like an uncontrollable hulk bursting forth from a smaller form."

You can checkout the Transformations at Game Informer.

Original Source: Transformers: Fall Of Cybertron - Animating The Transformers - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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Announced at last week's show from Cherry Bomb Toys, Renderform has updated their website with order pages for some upcoming products by the third party company. A few items have limited stock, so be sure to order while you can.

Original Source: New Renderform Products available soon - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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Announced at last week's show from Cherry Bomb Toys, Renderform has updated their website with order pages for some upcoming products by the third party company. A few items have limited stock, so be sure to order while you can.

Original Source: New Renderform Products available - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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According to Hobby Search, there is now a listing floating around for a MP11 Masterpiece Starscream. The details are translated, but it seems to imply this is a new mold with new features, including a crown, coronation gear, and a hologram pilot. Set to release in March 2012.

Read more and continue the speculation by clicking the discuss link below.

Original Source: MP11 Masterpiece Starscream? - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Spanish convention JDT 2011 have unveiled an exclusive item for their event - a fully custom "Nemesis Headprime" statue. This cool little item is a superdeformed (large head on smaller body) statue, in these early images it's complete with the traditional Nemesis Prime black and teal, but also a Scourge styled Sword of Fury! It's still an early version so details are subject to change. A limited run of 50 pieces, priced at 30€. It's based on an original concept by one Raúl Mozas with the collaboration from IaconToys. More information available here.

Original Source: JDT 2011 Exclusive Nemesis Headprime - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Amazon Japan has added images to its product pages for Encore 21 Soundblaster and Encore 22 Twincast. Each of the new pages includes new, high resolution official images of the two tapedeck-bots along with their cassettes. Twincast comes with Nightstalker and Stripes, a black (Shattered Glass?) Steeljaw and a tiger-striped Ravage, who have swapped weapon pods to give each a unique look. Soundblaster comes with Enemy and Wing Thing - Enemy is based on the Microman colors of Rumble / Frenzy and is named for the Generation 1 voice changers and walkie-talkies that used his visage. Wing Thing meanwhile is a homage to Action Master Soundwave's partner, also named Wing Thing.

If you've not got these two characters, these Encore releases are a perfect way to get them and some new cassette characters in the bargain. They are set for a release in December 2011.

Original Source: Encore Soundblaster and Twincast Official Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to sponsors TFSource and Big Bad Toy Store, we now have confirmation that MP-11 Masterpiece Starscream is official and will contain a "Coronation" theme to it. On top of that, pics!

Check out the pre-order pages here:

MP-11 - Masterpiece Starscream - Coronation Set! @ TFSource

MP-11 Masterpiece Coronation Starscream @ BBTS

Original Source: MP-11 Masterpiece Coronation Starscream Official and Up for Pre-Order - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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TFW2005 was fortunate enough to sit in on a web based press conference yesterday held by IDW regarding their 2 upcoming ongoing Transformers books. Transformers More Than Meets The Eye and Transformers Robots In Disguise. Michael Kelly, Director, Global Publishing, Global Brand Licensing & Publishing, Hasbro and John Barber, Senior Editor, IDW gave a rundown of the new direction and answered some questions.

Read on for a full breakdown of the new series, images for the covers, and QnA info!

Original Source: Transformers More than Meets The Eye and Robots In Disguise Comics Coming In Jan 2012! - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Another new Transformers: Fall of Cybertron article from Game Informer.

High Moon feels like it has some added AI complexities to deal with in Fall of Cybertron. “AI systems generally work by assessing the situation and then reacting,” says game director Matt Tieger. “Which is fine if your character is moving at a baseline speed, or even if you are at a run. In most games you can’t get that far from your initial position, before your enemies have decided what to do.” However, in Transformers, players can transform and fly half a mile away in the time that it takes most enemies to process and commit to an action. This means Transformers’ AI systems need to be extra speedy. “Our guys sometimes have to do some radical things in the background to compensate for this problem,” says Tieger.

Check out the full article and Images at Game Informer.

Original Source: The Enemies & AI Of Transformers: Fall Of Cybertron - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

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Earlier today, MP11 Masterpiece Coronation Starscream went up for preorder. If you were on the fence and wanted to see more images, RED MERCURY has come through with all new color images.

Of note is the more G1-centric paint scheme, as the US version of MP3 was white, meanwhile the Japanese version was a green tone of grey. Also, mold-wise it's closer to the original prototype of MP3. Check out more images of the new Masterpiece Starscream after the jump!

Original Source: MP11 Masterpiece Coronation Starscream Color Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Ever feel that your Christmas tree is lacking something? Maybe what's missing is robots fighting an intergalactic civil war. If that's the case, American Greetings has you covered. According to 2005 Board member Junior, the new American Greetings catalog for this year's Heirloom Ornaments features a movie Bumblebee tree ornament. Fans can look forward to a Bumbleebee head with lights and strangely enough, movie phrases from "Revenge of the Fallen", not Dark Of The Moon.

The 2011 Bumblebee Heirloom ornament will retail for $25. Take a look at the attached pic and discuss in the thread how you plan deck the halls this year... with Transformers!

Original Source: American Greetings Bumblebee Holiday Ornament - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Popular site Reprolabels.com has updated their site with new sticker sets for October. This month they've added sets for Fansproject Stormbomb, Reveal The Shield Solar Storm Grapple and Fallback, Generations Warpath and Dark Of The Moon Human Alliance Roadbuster.

The site is also still offering the Giant 44 sticker set of white outline faction symbols when you order $20 or more!

Take a look at all the images at the links above or hit the discuss link to share your thoughts.

Original Source: Reprolabels October Update - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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The 3rd Party news and pictures continue to roll in. We have new images of MasterShooter Collectibles 3rd Party Targetmaster figures for Classics Rodimus, Generations Scourge, Kup and Blurr. Courtesy of their Facebook page, these new pics show off the poseability of these little guys as well as some nice comparison pictures with their Targetmaster Partners.

You can check out pics of Shot Piece, BrOOmStick, Minute Bot and Bolt Action (Yes, these are the figures awesome names) and share your thoughts on the 2005 Boards!

Original Source: New MasterShooter Collectibles Targetmaster Pictures - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Facebook group Transformers Galaxy-Hong Kong Fans has uploaded a new picture to their account of the recently reported Unicron Head accessory. This head will come with a transparent base so it can look like it's floating around. It will also be able to replace the head on the Armada Unicron mold.

Hit the title bar to check out the pic and join the discussion on the 2005 Boards.

Original Source: Dr. Wu Unicron Head Prototype Picture - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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3rd Party Group iGear has updated their Facebook page with a teaser image featuring prototype weapons for Generations Sergeant Kup and Reveal the Shield Perceptor. The image shows off a sniper rifle and two smaller guns.

Check out the image attached and join the thread to discuss

Original Source: iGear Weapons for Generations Kup and Reveal The Shield Perceptor - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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ACToys has shared some images from Transbot's Weibo account (registration required). These new images show off the packaging of the upcoming X-Transbots Glider figure. While the packaging looks great, and the photos show off size comparisons with TFC's Hercules' box, the interesting thing to note here is the cross sell on the package. They tease an upcoming product called "Tyrant". Who appears to be an unofficial 3rd party Not-Galvatron figure.

Take a look at the images attached and head over to the thread to share your thoughts!

Original Source: X-Transbots Glider Package Teases "Tyrant" - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Transformers Dark Of The Moon didn't go home empty handed on Tuesday nights 2011 Scream Awards. The award show on Spike TV features awards for categories such as "Best Comic Book Movie" and "Most Memorable Mutilation". While our favorite Robots in Disguise certainly could've won that last award they did in fact win for Best 3D Movie. Dark of The Moon was also nominated for "Best Science Fiction Movie", but lost to Super 8.

Congratulations Transformers Dark Of The Moon! Check out their win and other winners here at inquisitr.com
Discuss Transformers Dark of The Moon's victory after the jump!

Original Source: Dark Of The Moon Takes Home Best 3D Movie at Spike's Scream Awards - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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Cybertron.ca reports that Transformers Prime First Edition product is going to hit the market earlier than expected. Available at Toys R Us Canada exclusively the items that will hit in the next few weeks are the Transformers Prime First Edition Deluxe Figures and the Prime First Edition Entertainment Pack.

Original Source: Transformers Prime First Edition Hitting Canadian Retail In The Next Few Weeks - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Check out some new in person shots of upcoming Transformers United Figures, courtesy of Chara-Net. Included are:

• UN-23 RODIMUS CONVOY
• UN-24 WAPASU (Warpath)
• UN-25 THUNDER MEGATRON (G2 Megatron)
• UN-26 THUNDER WING
• UN-27 WING CHANGER & DECEPTICON WIPE OUT (Windcharger and Wipeout)
• UN-28 AKUSARON (Axalon)
• UN-29 ARKU UNICRON (Ark Unicron)
• UN-30 OPTIMUS PURAIMARU (Optimus Primal)
• UN-31 BEAST MEGATRON

Original Source: New Pics of Transformers United Figures - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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According to RobotKingdom, the Revenge of the Fallen Buster Optimus Prime and Jetfire Combo will be re-released under Dark of the Moon packaging in Japan. Due out in December. Check out a pic after the break.

Original Source: Buster Optimus Prime / Jetfire 2 pack under DOTM in Japan, December - Transformer World 2005