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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Site sponsors Robot Kingdom have posted the news you have been waiting for - a first look at several new and upcoming Transformers Prime releases! All of these are from the Japanese assortments, so these are the Arms Micron versions. These are the toys you've been hearing about these past few days so read on and check out the images! On show here are our first ever looks at:

AM-19 Gaia Unicron - awesome looking design that presents the tall look of the character from the show with the big horns on his shoulders, and skeltal demonic wings. One of the images shows what looks like some kind of combination with Arms Micron / Voyager Powerizer Optimus Prime?

AM-15 Darkness Megatron - appears to be the Voyager as was originally speculated, but also comes with two Arms Microns, one of which is named "Gora II" and forms an arm cannon and the other which resembles Ratbat. Images demonstrate it variously forming a wicked looking sword and demonic wings for Megatron's back or jet mode. The winged robot mode seems very impressive and reminiscent of the silhouette of Robots in Disguise Megatron / Car Robots Gigatron.

AM-16 Jet Vehicon - appears to be the same basic toy as the regular car Vehicon, but "reshelled" with the jet mode parts.

United EX Jet Master Prime Mode - Japanese release of Power Core Combiners Skyburst and Aerialbots.

United EX Combat Master Prime Mode - Japanese release of Power Core Combiners Bombshock and Combaticons.

United EX Roller Master Vs Chopper Master - Japanese releases of Power Core Combiners Icepick and Searchlight, respectively.

It's worth noting that the images for the United EX releases are the same Hasbro stock images we have seen before, so as these are early solicits it is entirely possible that the final decos will be different.

Transformers Prime Arms Micron series AM-17 Autobot Swerve and AM-18 Airracchnid are both shown in silhouette, as are the accompanying Microns for everyone that is not Darkness Megatron. They all use the silhouette of Bumblebee's B.2 Arms Micron so again, are almost certainly placeholders.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Gaia Unicron, Darkness Megatron, Jet Vehicon and more revealed! - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Following up on the story we just reported, Amazon.co.jp has revealed to us the new color schemes the Transformers United EX Master Series will have. See on the site are:

• United EX Roller Master Vs Chopper Master (Repaints of Icepick and Searchlight) Rollermaster features a color scheme similar to Dark of the Moon Human Alliance K-Mart exclusive Icepick and Chopper Master is sporting a white and green color scheme.
• United EX Combat Master Prime Mode (Repaint of PCC Bombshock with Combaticons, the new color scheme doesn't stray too far from the original, but it does give a more unified look.
• United EX Jet Master Prime Mode (Repaint of PCC Skyburst with Aerialbots) Again, Not a huge departure from the original US release, but a more white and blue unified theme.

Hopefully more United EX Master figures are planned as fans of the line love making new combinations of awesome.

Check out the new pics by clicking the title bar and then head over to the 2005 Boards to discuss.

Original Source: New Decos for United EX Master Series Revealed - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Gaming website Kotaku have updated with new footage from Transformers Fall of Cybertron! Check out Grimlock rampaging below!

Original Source: New Fall of Cybertron Gameplay Footage - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We have received the Diamond Comics Shipping list for next week, 25 April. There's just one Transformers comic on the list for next week - Robots in Disguise issue 4 and it's the issue where Prowl is set to take the centre stage. Check out the next chapter in John Barber's epic new Transformers saga when it hits your local comic shop next week! Many thanks as always go to D-Drive for the news tip.

TRANSFORMERS ROBOTS IN DISGUISE ONGOING #4 (also 1-in-10 incentive cover)

(W) John Barber (A) Andrew Griffith (CA) Casey Coller, Andrew Griffith
PROWL UNCHAINED! In what's sure to be the most shocking Transformers comic of 2012-PROWL defends the fledgling government of CYBERTRON against the DECEPTICONS. But how far will he go-and who will chose to stand by his side? The answers will shock you!

Original Source: Diamond Comics Shipping List for 25 April - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Toonzone has posted a preview clip and a new still from this Saturday's new episode of Transformers Prime, Armada. Check it out below! WARNING: There is a potential spoiler in this video!

Original Source: Transformers Prime Episode 36 Armada Preview - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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With a little over a week to go before Botcon begins and the hordes of Transformers fans descend upon an unsuspecting Dallas Texas Botcon has announced a pair more artists for this year's Artists Alley. Colorist Josh Perez and artist Robby Musso are the latest two additions to the convention guest line up - be sure to go and say hi to them and maybe get a sketch while you're at the con!

Also, on Twitter, Botcon has announced that there will be a Cosplay contest. All weekend long the various costumes at the convention will be scored, with the top three posted on Twitter on Sunday - the winning costume will be featured on the cover of the Transformers Collectors Club Magazine issue 45, and will be announced at the Cosplay panel on Sunday at 2pm! You can follow the whole thing on the Botcon Twitter feed even if you are not at the convention! Transformers costuming gets more amazing every year, so the top three all promise to be something extra-special.

Original Source: Botcon Artist Alley Updates and Cosplay Contest - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: process @ TFW2005.com

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Site sponsor Robot Kingdom has updated their Facebook page with teaser photos of third party group X-Transbots' Galvatron conversion set for Generations War for Cybertron Megatron. The photos show a familiar tri-pointed crest and replacement chest piece.

Original Source: X-Transbots Galvatron Upgrade Set - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Board member firehawc_69 is an annual pass holder at Universal Studios. As such, he recieves cool stuff in his e-mail regarding Transformers The Ride which will be opening next month for fans of the Transformers as well as fans of theme park attractions. Take a look at this exclusive behind the scenes making of video he has shared with us!

Original Source: The Making of Transformers The Ride Exclusive Video - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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The official Transformers Facebook page has posted the first five pages of today's new issue of IDW's Transformers More Than Meets The Eye complete with commentary from the creators. Delving into the first five pages of the book and expanding upon everything from the infectious characters to the design of the Lost Light are James Roberts, Alex Milne and Josh Burcham. Make sure to check this out and see what's going on behind the scenes!

Click on the title bar to read the commentary and join More Than Meet's The Eye #4's review and discussion thread in our Transformers Comics Forum.

Original Source: More Than Meets The Eye #4 Creator Commentary - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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We recieved an update from site sponsor RoboKingdom late last night, Transformers Prime First Edition Voyager Bulkhead is being restocked! This is exciting news for fans who missed out on this amazing piece. Preorders are available and only a limited stock remains, orders are first come, first served.
This is the Hasbro version, not the TakaraTomy version.

Don't hesistate! Get your First Edition Bulkhead HERE!

Original Source: Robot Kingdom Update-Transformers Prime First Edition Voyager Bulkhead Restock - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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The TFcon Facebook and TFcon Twitter accounts have been updated with the news that TFcon 2012 Preregistration will go live May 1st.

TFcon 2012 features Canada's largest dealer room for Transformers merchandise, question and answer panels and autograph sessions with many special guests including Transformers voice actor Scott McNeil and Hasbro Canada with more to be announced.

TFcon - Canada's 11th Annual Transformers Collectors Convention is July 27th to 29th, 2012 at the Delta Meadowvale Resort and Conference Centre in Mississauga, Ontario. The TFcon 2012 hotel block is now available.

Original Source: TFcon 2012 Preregistration will go live May 1st - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Check out some new screen shots of in game footage from Activision for the upcoming Fall of Cybertron video game. The video of Grimlock gameplay is also attached again along with the pictures after the break!

Original Source: New Fall of Cybertron Gameplay Screen Shots - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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BTS Toys has released some pictures of their next release. Coming up next are some new recolors of their Tremor and Frequenzy cassettes named Yin and Yang. These custom pieces are done in a style that would not look out of place among the Generation 2 toys. They are a limited run of 500 pieces, and are only being released in China as well as online in limited numbers through TFSource and Big Bad Toy Store. They are due for a release in early to mid May 2012.

Read on and check out all the pictures that BTS has released for this new set by way of TFSource's Facebook page.

Original Source: BTS-05 Yin and Yang China, Big Bad Toy Store and TFSource exclusive - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Matt Moylan has updated his website, Lil Formers, with more entries into his "Dreamslaves" section. As previously updated, these entries delve into the behind the scenes of the failed Dreamwave comics publisher, as told through Matt when he was Post-production manager. The most recent of these articles contains five pages of the unreleased War Within: The Age of Wrath #4! With art by Joe Ng and Marcelo Matere, get a glimpse of what you may have only read about in the scripts sold by Simon Furman at conventions.

Additionally, Matt has a few more updates for Dreamslaves. Read on to learn about Ratchet's red crosses, Stat work and stealing from Devil's Due!

Original Source: Unpublished The War Within The Age of Wrath Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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TakaraTomy have updated their Youtube channel with two really fun videos promoting their Transformers Prime Arms Micron line. In these videos, we can see what one can do if you have multiple Arms Microns and the different combinations one can make. Toy develpers Mr. Hironori Kobayashi and Mr. Takashi Namase discuss the Arms Micron line in the videos (No subtitles or translation yet). Good news for those thinking about preordering the recently announced individual Arms Micron figures.

Also, Autobase Aichi is reporting a shop listing for the individual Arms Microns at Rakuten, the lineup will be:

Wave 1 (July)
Micron A (Combiner Sword)
Micron B (Combiner Sword)
Micron C (Combiner Sword)
Micron CL 2 (Cliffjumper's Micron)
Micron Baro/Bulo 2 (Skywarp's Micron)
Micron Zida 2 (Terrorcon Cliffjumper's Micron)

Wave 2 (August)
Micron D (Combiner Shield)
Micron E (Combiner Shield)
Micron F (Combiner Shield)

A, B and C appear to be Optimus Prime, Bumblebee and Ratchet's Microns as they form "Star Saber". Wave 2 "Combiner Shield" Microns are yet to be revealed.

Check out the videos TakaraTomy posted below!

Original Source: TakaraTomy Update - Arms Micron Combination Videos - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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You can fight! Transformer! Vangelus to Gogdog to Seth Buzzard, moero! You are the only one! Geppu!

You can download and comment on it here: WTF @ TFW - Episode 195

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 195 Now Online - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Botcon has updated their website yet again with new artists announced for the Botcon 2012 artist alley:

Be sure to check out these two amazing artists, both of whom will be attending BotCon 2012... Livio Ramondelli and Dan Khanna!

Livio has worked on various Transformers titles for IDW, including "Transformers: Autocracy". Dan Khanna has worked on different Transformers projects for several companies for well over a decade and is the artist behind the "Transformers: Invasion" comic offered this year at BotCon 2012.

Be sure to visit both Livio and Dan at the BotCon 2012 Artist Alley!

Original Source: Botcon Artist Alley Update: Livio Ramondelli and Dan Khanna - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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ACToys has posted up some pictures of the upcoming Maketoys Giant 3rd Party custom figure. What's so exciting about this? Well, this is the first time we've seen official pictures of the figure in delicious Decepticon Green and purple. This figure will be released after Maketoys finishes releasing their Yellow G2 version of the figure. They're on the second set of two figures right now.

Staff Note: This is an unofficial product not produced or endorsed by Hasbro or Takara/Tomy.

Make sure to keep it locked on TFW as we update you on more info and pictures regarding this and all 3rd party items and when they'll go up for preorder.

Original Source: Maketoys Giant Revealed in Green - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Maketoys have updated their site with new images and information on their Mobine - unofficial custom take on The Fallen. The numerous sockets around the toy have finally been explained as being Power Core Combiner sockets - Mobine when transformed forms two tanks, evidently one of them becomes a mass of guns and other weapons that can attach to Power Core Combiners using their combiner ports. Presumably looking at that last colored image the weapons also combine to form limbs for a main figure, which we are assuming is the second tank that has been shown (yet to be seen in color).

As for the colors, Maketoy has diverged from the usual Fallen style of black and brimstone for a more military deco. Perhaps like their green Giant a black version will eventually follow.

Original Source: Maketoys Mobine / Unofficial Fallen Color Pics and New Features Revealed - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Joe Moore @ TFW2005.com

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Some new Featured Ebay Auctions today. Some really cool Vintage Transformers G1 non-toy items. Stuff like watches, radios, helmets, party supplies, etc. Check them out below.

• Time Warrior Watch MIB * 100% Complete Vintage 1985 G1 Transformers Free Ship | eBay
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• TRANSFORMERS PARTY LOOT BAGS 8 PACK VINTAGE 1984 SEALED | eBay
• Vintage Transformers Pillow Case G1 optimus prime megatron rare | eBay
• Transformers G1 Optimus Prime AM Radio | eBay
• UNOPENED VINTAGE 1980's TRANSFORMERS PARTY BLOWOUTS | eBay
• Vintage 80's Transformers Tech Specometer Eleven by Nasta Ind, unsed, AFA it | eBay
• TRANSFORMERS 1984 ? headset radio Autobot MIB robot,unused | eBay

Original Source: Featured Ebay Auctions - Vintage G1 Stuff - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Coming to you by way of many online retailers we have a look at most of the releases in the Takara-Tomy Transformers Prime Arms Micron single releases. The single pack versions of the Arms Microns feature a healthy mix of repeats of the existing Arms Micron releases such as Cliffjumper, Skywarp and Soundwave's partners, plus some new designs. The images we have here tease at how the individual Arms Microns can not only stand as individual releases, but combine with each other to form new weapons to "Arms Up!" your Transformers with.

If you like what you are seeing - and I most certainly do! - you might be interested to know that these are up for preorder by way of the fine people at our sponsors Big Bad Toy Store and TFSource.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Arms Micron Single Packs Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Well, not even a day later after the reveal of the Maketoys Giant figure in the green color scheme do the preorders become available! This green version of the unofficial Devastator figure is now available for preorder on site sponsors Bigbadtoystore and TFsource. You can get all six Maketoys figures in one box set for $355.95.

You can lock in your preorders at the links above. Once you've done so, head over to the 3rd party forum and rejoice!

Original Source: Maketoys Giant Green Version Boxset Available for Preorder - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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With Botcon right around the corner, maybe it's time for some new threads to sport while you're cruising around the dealer room. If so, site sponsor Stylin Online has you covered. They've sent out their newsletter showing off the latest Transformer styled t-shirts that in stock and ready to ship.

• Transformers Classics Duo Autobot Shirt Sheer
• Transformers Autobot Logo T-shirt Sheer
• Transformers Decepticon Logo T-shirt sheer
• Transformers How I roll T-shirt

You can check all of Stylin Online's latest arrivals on their New T-Shirts and Merchandise page.

Original Source: Stylin Online - April 2012 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Hey all - it's Saturday! And that means new Transformers episodes on The Hub!

First up at 12:30pm ET | 9:30am PT is a new episode of Transformers Rescue Bots - Walk on the Wild Side! It's an episode focusing on Boulder - he feels the Rescue Bots team needs an animal mascot, so he does the completely logical thing and goes to look for one at the zoo!

Then, at 8:30pm ET | 5:30 PT tune in to The Hub for Armada! No, not the Transformers show now celebrating its tenth anniversary, but an episode of Transformers Prime with the same name. We've got Bulkhead trapped on the Decepticon warship Nemesis, while others make an attempt on Megatron's life including... well, that would be telling! Tune in to The Hub and find out for yourself!

Original Source: Reminder - new Transformers Prime and Rescue Bots Episodes Air Today - Transformer World 2005

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TFW2005 sponsor Robot Kingdom have just sent us their latest newsletter. For those of you who missed out on those overseas Transformers: Dark of the Moon figures, you're in luck! Other hot items can be seen after the jump.

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Original Source: ROBOTKINGDOM.COM Newsletter #1185 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Cybergundam has shared a scan from Figure King 171. This scan shows several upcoming Japan only releases, including Million Publishing's Artfire and some information on Masterpiece MP-12 Lambor / Sideswipe.

The main focus here though is with the Transformers Prime Arms Micron Gashapon figures. Seen here in full color are the Optimus Prime Blaster and Bumblebee Sword Arms Microns, which resemble and are colored like their namesakes. Also shown are two versions each of Gob (cobra) and Zad (lizard), they seem to be coming in black and purple versions. No idea if that means one is meant to be rarer than the other though!

Check out the scan by clicking on the image thumbnail attached to this story.

Original Source: Figure King 171 Scan - Transformers Prime Arms Micron Gashapon Figures - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Good news for all Transformers Prime fans - the next assortment of Deluxe class toys has just begun to appear at retail. A sighting in Texas from 2005 Boards member Bumblebee3 brings word that the third wave of Transformers Prime deluxes, which includes Knock Out, Hot Shot and Vehicon, has been sighted at a Target store in Houston, Texas. Just in time for Botcon in Texas next week!

Happy hunting all!

Original Source: Transformers Prime Deluxe Wave 3 - Knock Out, Vehicon and Hot Shot - Released at US Retail - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We have a promo now for next week's episode of Transformers Prime, Flying Mind! There may be some scenes in here that could be seen as spoilers, so view with caution! Captured by Youtuber FanofTransformers.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Flying Mind Promo - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Zap2it has posted the title and description for the twelfth episode of Transformers Rescue Bots. Rescue Bots episode 12 is titled The Other Doctor.

Description (hover over to view) A scientist tries to replace the team with a new invention, leaving everyone out of the action.

This new episode is set to air on 19 May 2012!

Upcoming Rescue Bots Episodes

04/28 Christmas in July
05/05 Deep Trouble
05/12 Return of The Dino Bot
05/19 The Other Doctor

Original Source: Transformers Rescue Bots Episode 12 The Other Doctor - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ TFW2005.com

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Here at New Jersey Collectors Con the focus is on Collecting Action Figures! There are many other options for fans to attend shows but we like to think we present a unique event with the best toy dealers on the East Coast. Because our event is focused on the Toy Collector, we wanted to give back to the fans of our show by releasing the door prize schedule and the Mega Door Prize for the May 6th, 2012 NJCC Attack of the Toys!

The Transformers BOTCON Invasion set of Overlord Gigatron, Metalhawk, Heroic Decepticons Soundwave and Treadshot and Evil Autobots Ultra Magnus and Turbo Tracks will be this years NJCC 2012 Attack of the Toys Mega Door Prize. One lucky winner will be walking away with this awesome box-set, but the door prizes don't stop there.

The door prize announcements will start at 9AM and conclude at 3:30PM with our last door prize announcement.

• 9AM NYCC 2011 Exclusive Marvel Universe HULK
• 10AM PURSUIT OF COBRA CYCLE ARMOUR
• 11AM PURSUIT OF COBRA HISS ATTACK SCOUT
• 12AM GIJOE RETALIATION MOVIE PRIZE PACK
• 1PM TRANSFORMERS PRIZE PACKAGE
• 2PM PURSUIT OF COBRA CYCLE ARMOUR
• 3PM PURSUIT OF COBRA HISS ATTACK SCOUT
• 3:30PM TRANSFORMERS BOTCON INVASION BOX SET

The NJCC 2012 Dealer Room is 100% sold out!

Join us on FaceBook New Jersey Collectors Con

Original Source: NJCC 2012 Mega Door Prize Giveaway! - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Vangelus and Aaron are deadlocked in the sickzone, and trying to entice Omegus Prime to be a cool kid and join them. Also, Transformers!

You can download and comment on it here: WTF @ TFW - Episode 196

And with Botcon 2012 just around the corner, whether you're attending or not you'll want to check out our newest installment of BOTCON PREP for this year!

Supplemental 35 - BOTCON PREP 2012

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 196 Now online - Transformer World 2005

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We have received an update from our friends at TFSource! They've launched their new and improved site and have new rewards for shopping with them. Also, If you are attending Botcon or Dairycon - they are going to be at both shows! - be sure to swing by their table to pick up some great deals in person!

Great News SourceFans!
We invite everyone to visit the new and improved TFsource 3.0! We worked very closely with our customers to enhance the shopping experience and are excited to finally have everyone’s work come to fruition! Furthermore we are now offering two new features on the site we are very excited to announce. First is Source points – for all charged orders you will accrue Source points, used towards freebies (free Transformers!). Second we’re now offering free domestic shipping on all orders over $150, and reduced shipping on international orders over $150. So head on over to TFSource and check it out! We also welcome feedback on our new design or usability of the site. Please feel free to contact us directly with your feedback!

Will you be at Botcon in Dallas on Apr 26-29 or Dairycon in Fond du Lac, WI Apr 27-28? If so TFsource will be there! Please e-mail us if you would like us to bring specific toys! Visit The Transformers Collectors' Convention - BotCon 2012! and DTF, The Dairyland Transfan Association for more information.

We've got many new preorders and instock figures on the new site. Be sure to check out all the TFgoodness below!

In this issue of SourceNews:
1. Now up for preorder: Make Toys Green Giant!
2. Now up for preorder: MP-11S Masterpiece Sunstorm!
3. Now instock: Make Toys Yellow Giant Set B - Crane and Dump Truck!
4. BTS-05 China Workaholics Exclusive - Yin & Yang - Now up for Preorder!
5. Now up for preoder: Transformers Generations 2012 Guidebook vol 1 and Million Publishing Exclusive - Artfire!
6. Now instock: Universe Hound and Ravage Upgrade Kit!
7. DMK-01 Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime now instock!
8. New Recruits!
9. New Source Article!
10. Japanese Transformers Prime udpate!
11. Transformers Prime - RID Voyagers - Wave 2 Preorders Up!
12. Now up for Preorder: Igear MW-03 Hench and MW-04 UFO
13. Now instock: BTS-05 Wave 2 - Nightfang and Savage!
14. Now instock: Encore #22 Twincast!
15. Now up for preorder: TFC-007 Rage of Hercules set!
16. Newest Instock items at TFsource
17. Newest Preorder items at TFsource

Original Source: TFsource 4-23 SourceNews! TFsource.com 3.0 is now live! - Transformer World 2005

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Zap2it has posted the title and description for the thirteenth episode of Transformers Rescue Bots. Rescue Bots episode 13 is titled The Reign of Morocco. This episode and episode 12, "The Other Doctor", will be aired back to back.

Description (hover over to view) Cody looks for proof that the new scientist's invention is really a villainous plan.

This new episode is set to air on May 19th 2012!

Upcoming Rescue Bots Episodes

04/28 Christmas in July
05/05 Deep Trouble
05/12 Return of The Dino Bot
05/19 The Other Doctor
05/19 The Reign of Morocco

Original Source: Transformers Rescue Bots Episode 13 The Reign of Morocco - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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IDW artisit Livio Ramondelli is the latest guest to be announced for Auto Assembly 2012. Livio's art credits for IDW include many covers, as well as the Cybertron based chapters of the Chaos saga and more recently Autocracy. As well as signing autographs throughout the weekend, he'll be taking the stage with Nick Roche and James Roberts on the Sunday afternoon for a dedicated IDW Publishing Transformers panel.

Auto Assembly 2012 takes place over the weekend of 3-5 August 2012 at the Hilton Metropole hotel in Birmingham UK. Find out more over at the Auto Assembly homepage.

Original Source: Livio Ramondelli to attend Auto Assembly 2012 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Our sponsors Robot Kingdom have teamed up with Perfect Effect once again to bring you an exclusive item. Following on from last year's Scouting Force X Stealth Version, Robot Kingdom & Perfect Effect will be offering a black version of Kingbat named Shadow Bat. The dark recolor of Kingbat is going to be priced at $35, is a limited run of 200 pieces, and will be available in some limited form, probably as a redeemable voucher purchase, at Botcon. Check out the images of this exclusive on Facebook.

Original Source: Perfect Effect & Robot Kingdom Exclusive PE-10X Shadow Bat - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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USA Network and Universal Studios Hollywood have teamed up to offer a Transformers the Ride Sweepstakes contest! One lucky winner of this contest open to US residents only will receive transportation, accommodation tickets to Universal Studios Hollywood as well as entry into the VIP Grand Opening of Transformers the Ride! Find out more and enter here!

Original Source: Transformers the Ride Sweepstakes - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Behind the Thrills has posted a preview article on Transformers the Ride. Based on a "technical rehearsal" the article talks about the experience as a whole - the preview states that Transformers the Ride is an immersive experience which makes you forget you are on a theme park ride - or in other words, one that draws you into the world of the Transformers.

Check out the full preview on Behind the Thrills.

Original Source: Transformers the Ride 3D Preview - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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TFW2005 attended the Hasbro First Quarter 2012 Earnings Conference Call live today. Unfortunately, there isn’t much to tell about upcoming toys this time. To make matters worse, guess what has been cancelled this year? It’s the Annual Hasbro Fall Investor Day; the very event which let us take a look at all the secret upcoming stuff like Trailers and Toylines. However, investors will be getting some info from Hasbro since they have decided to meet the investors in person.

Find out all this and more, after the jump.

Original Source: TFW2005 Coverage Of Hasbro First Quarter 2012 Earnings Conference Call - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Another new sighting for everyone now - the Transformers Prime Voyager Wave 2 has also been released at US retail! You can now look forward to being able to add the Voyager class versions of Starscream and Bulkhead to your Transformers Prime collections! This pair was sighted at a Target in Lodi, CA by 2005 Boards member Rubicon.

Happy hunting all! Don't forget to also have a look and see if Deluxe Wave 3 is also in stock!

Original Source: Transformers Prime Voyagers Starscream and Bulkhead Released at US Retail - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Newsarama has uploaded a preview of next week's new Transformers comic, Robots in Disguise Issue 4. The promos bill this as a Prowl-centric issue - as one of the most pivotal characters in this new tale to date, what new insight will we gain into the mind of this Autobot who wants to defend the peace the Autobots have won at any cost? Who will be by his side? We're told that the answers will be truly shocking! Pick it up on Wednesday!

Original Source: Transformers Robots in Disguise Issue 4 Preview - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Now that the Transformers Collector's Club exclusive Runamuck has started to arrive in people's mailboxes, we're getting to see some in-hand pictures of the Classics-styled update to the Battlecharger. By way of 2005 Boards member Agent Adam we can share with you these in-hand pictures of this new exclusive release - if you are lucky enough to have yours as well, hit that discuss button to share your pictures and thoughts as well!

Original Source: Transformers Collectors Club Exclusive Runamuck In-Hand Pictures - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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It's not just Runamuck who is arriving in people's mailboxes today - issue 44 of the Transformers Collector's Club Magazine is also arriving. In this month's edition of the TFCC magazine there is:

• A nice head-to-head shot of Prime & Megatron on the cover, hyping the 2012 Transformers Hall of Fame nominees.
• Higher quality pics of Transformers Prime Cyberverse Commander Ultra Magnus. These are the same pictures previously posted online, but now in a higher quality.
• There is an interview with Hasbro that goes into more detail about the combination features of the Generations / Fall of Cybertron Bruticus toy, with a hint that there may be other combiners in the future...
• An in-depth preview of Transformers the Ride
• Flash Forward part 2 6-page mini comic
• Transformers Animated Allspark Addendum profiles for Sizzle & Jhiaxus.

Original Source: Transformers Collectors Club Magazine 44 Now Arriving - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Toys R Us have updated their website with a Rescue Bots DVD. This DVD includes the first two episodes, "Family of Heroes" and "Under Pressure", and is available for only $4.99. Not only is this our first listing of the new cartoon on DVD but you can score the DVD for free if you purchase ANY Rescue Bots toy. That includes any of the Rescue Bots, human figures, Playsets, or electronic figures.

Check out the link above for all the details. Roll to the rescue!

Original Source: Rescue Bots DVD - Free With Purchase - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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The latest two-pack offering from 3rd Party group, Maketoys, is making their way into the hands of fans. You get a great look at vehicle mode, robot modes and a partially completed combined mode of Giant in these pictures of Mobile Crane and Dump Truck (Aka Generation 2 Hook and Long Haul). Both figures are seen here in two reviews: A video review by 2005 Board member TJ Duckett and a pictorial review from Brave Max.

Check out TJ's Video Review embedded below and check out Brave Max's pictorial review HERE.

Original Source: Maketoys Mobile Crane and Dump Truck Pictorial and Video Reviews - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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For those of you who have exhausted your Tivo watching episodes on the Hub or are a younger fan that has yet to experiences the awesomeness that is Generation 1, you can now stream the entire Generation 1 series on Netflix. All 98 episodes are up to watch in HD. For those needing an extra dose of nostalgia, Netflix has also added the first 10 episodes of G.I.Joe A Real American Hero.

Get the popcorn. Check it out the link above!

Original Source: Generation 1 Live On Netflix - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tim Formas @ TFW2005.com

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TFW2005's early Transformers comic reviews continue! Today, we review Robots in Disguise #4! Robots in Disguise #4 is out tomorrow - Wednesday, April 25th - from IDW Publishing. Check out the review on our Robots in Disguise #4 page of our Comics Resource Section!

Be sure to check out the end of the review for a huge tease about Robots in Disguise #5!

Original Source: TFW2005 Reviews Robots in Disguise #4 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tim Formas @ TFW2005.com

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TFW2005's early Transformers comic reviews continue! Today, we review Autocracy #8! Autocracy #8 is out tomorrow (ONLINE ONLY!) - Wednesday, April 25th - from IDW Publishing. Check out the review on our Autocracy #8 page of our Comics Resource Section!

Original Source: TFW2005 Reviews Autocracy #8 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to 2005 Board member for sharing with us a photo of the new Micron Giveaway campaign. This time around, the Microns will be from Takara's Arms Micron line and will feature "Shadow Ciel", "Shadow Arue", "Shadow Gora", and "Shadow Baro". Those are Cliffjumper, Ratchet, Megatron and Skywarp's Micron's respectivey.

No further details have been given just yet. But keep checking back for more info.

Original Source: Shadow Arms Micron Campaign Giveaway - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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The title and description of the next episode of Transformers Prime is now out! Episode 40, or season 2 episode 14, is titled "Triage". Description courtesy of Zap2it below:

During the third relic hunt Ratchet and Wheeljack get a one of a kind opportunity when Soundwave's deployer is disabled.

The new episode airs on May 19, 2012.

Upcoming Transformers Prime Episodes

04/28 Flying Mind
05/05 Tunnel Vision
05/12 Triangulation
05/19 Triage

Original Source: Transformers Prime Triage - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Almost there! Technically Botcon has started for some, but we are counting down by remembering and linking you to some of the toys from Botcon past. Fill in your collection before the new ones get here by checking out auctions for another fan favorite set, 2008's Shattered Glass! This set was the TF universe's take on the Bizzaro world, where bad was good and colors were all over the place!



Shattered Glass

Optimus Prime
Jazz
Goldbug
Grimlock
Starscream
Razorclaw
Ricochet
Sideswipe
Blurr
Rampage
Megatron
Rodimus
Divebomb
Nightbeat

Check back all week for more Botcon figures on eBay!

*Note: These links go to search results, and there may not be any listings for that particular toy at the time of clicking.

Original Source: Botcon Countdown - 2008 Shattered Glass Figures on eBay - Transformer World 2005