Transformers News

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

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Hasbro keeps on sending us new high resolution images of it's products shown at Toy Fair. We now get a great look at the Cyberverse line including Legion, Commander, Action Sets, and the Ark Playset.

Click above to view all.

Original Source: High Resolution Official Transformers Cyberverse Images - Transformer World 2005

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TFW2005 sister site on all things G.I. Joe, Hisstank brings us awesome news for Joe and TF collectors alike. The G.I. Joe San Diego Comic Con exclusive for this year will be a Skystriker repainted as Generation 1 Starscream. Included will be a Cobra Commander wearing a flight suit and holding a gun mode Generation 1 Megatron!

Click above to add your thoughts in our boards.

EDIT: HIGH RES VERSIONS UPLOADED.

Original Source: SDCC Exclusive: G.I. Joe Skystriker Starscream Deco With Cobra Commander & Gun Megatron - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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IGN has uploaded a trailer for the Dark of the Moon video game. This short clip shows a brief look at the three main Decepticons Starscream, Megatron and Shockwave, as well as showing Bumblebee launching out of a plain and transforming in mid air, before returning to vehicle mode and deploying a huge arsenal of weapons, Speed Stars Stealth Force style. Check out a copy of the clip hosted on Youtube below:

Original Source: Transformers Dark of the Moon Game Teaser Trailer - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Wow, busy week for news folks! Hot on the heels of the Dark of the Moon Superbowl Trailer came our first look at Transformers Prime's toyline even as the show returned to television. With this came a flood of reviews video and regular of Transformers Dark of the Moon toys, and then the US Toy Fair hit. A vast amount of information came out of Toy Fair, so vast that we'll do a separate update later on. But of interest is that the Optimus Prime truck, whose arrival heralded the start of Toy Fair 2011, later received a parking ticket - D'oh!

FOR ALL TOY FAIR NEWS AND OFFICIAL IMAGES, CLICK HERE.
Hasbro New York Investor Event 2011 Coverage

Meanwhile, here's what else was new in the last seven days:


Transformers Dark of the Moon Updates:
Michael Bay Shares Dark of the Moon Secrets
Michael Bay MTV Interview
Dark of the Moon Video Game Trailer
Dark of the Moon Videogame Release Date


Transformers Dark of the Moon Toy Information and Images:
Dark of the Moon Leader Sentinel Prime
Dark of the Moon Ultimate Optimus Prime
Dark of the Moon Leader Bumblebee
Dark of the Moon Voyager Optimus Prime
Dark of the Moon Skyhammer, Roadbuster and Topspin Images
Dark of the Moon Deluxe Skids


Transformers Prime News:
Transformers Prime Entertainment Pack Optimus Prime VS Megatron Official Images
Transformers Prime Bumblebee Official Images
Transformers Prime Starscream Official Images
Transformers Prime Deluxe Arcee Official Images
Transformers Prime Episode 10 Title Revealed
MTV Peter Cullen Interview - Transformers Prime and Dark of the Moon Spoilers
MTV Frank Welker Interview
TFW Bonus Q&A with Transformers Prime Creators - Why doesn't Bumblebee Speak?
Transformers Prime Toonzone Q&A


Beast Wars DVDs to be released by Shout! Factory
Transformers Exodus - Alex Irvine Interview Confirms Sequel


Botcon 2011 - Botcon Animated - News:
Botcon 2011 Animated Drag Strip Revealed


New Transformers Video Reviews:
Dark of the Moon Voyager Shockwave
Dark of the Moon Human Alliance Whirl
Dark of the Moon Human Alliance Sandstorm
Dark of the Moon Deluxe Roadbuster


New Transformers Toy Images:
Big Bad Toy Store Shared Exclusive Dinosaur Mini-Cons
TFW Bonecrusher (Fury of Bonecrusher) Gallery
TFW Ironhide (Fury of Bonecrusher) Gallery
TFW Autobot Alliance Sidearm Sideswipe (Takara-Tomy) Gallery
TFW Hunt for the Decepticons Sunspot Gallery
TFW Hunt for the Decepticons Tomahawk Gallery
TFW Hunt for the Decepticons Axor Gallery
TFC Toys Primars Gallery


WTF @ TFW Transformers Podcast Episode 133

Diamond Comics Shipping list for February 16

Original Source: Transformers News Roundup 02/07/11 - 02/13/11 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tim Formas @ TFW2005.com

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Wave 3 of the Transformers Stealth Force Deluxe assortment has been released at United States retail, with a sighting of the wave at the Walmart in Elgin, Illinois. The assortment features one new figure, Big Hoss, along with the previously released Megatron. Buyer beware...the item does not ring up in Walmart computers, much like the recently released Stealth Force Basic Leadfoot figure.

Original Source: Stealth Force Deluxe Big Hoss Out at US Retail - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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Did you miss out on TFW2005's live coverage of the 2011 New York Toy Fair? Have no fear, we have a recap of everything you need to read and see right here. And for non-TF news check out G.I. Joe news at Hisstank.com, Thundercats news at Thundercats.ws and all other Action Figure News at Toyark.com.

TFW2005 Coverage Of Hasbro New York Toy Fair 2011 Investor Event
Toy Fair 2011 Hasbro Transformers Presentation LIVE!
Toy Fair 2011 Transformers Images - Optimus Prime in NYC!
Transformers at Toy Fair 2011 - A Couple More...
Transformers Speed Stars and Stealth Force at Toy Fair 2011
Transformers Prime Toys from Hasbro's Toy Fair 2011
Transformers RoboPower Toys 2011
Transformers DOTM Cyberverse Toys 2011
Transformers Movie Main Line 2011
SDCC Exclusive: G.I. Joe Skystriker Starscream Deco With Cobra Commander & Luger Megatron
Official High Res Image of Leader Class Ironhide
Official High Resolution Kre O Bumblebee Optimus Prime Starscream Images
Star Wars Transformers Crossovers From Toy Fair 2011
Official High Resolution Transformers Prime Images
Transformers Rescue Bots At Toy Fair 2011
Hasbro High Resolution Speed Stars Stealth Force Images
Kre O Hasbro's New Building Blocks Starting Big With Transformers
Official High Resolution Transformers Mech Tech Images
High Resolution Official Transformers Cyberverse Images

Original Source: 2011 New York Toy Fair Transformers News Recap - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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We have with us the Official Press Release from Activision regarding the upcoming Transformers: Dark of the Moon Video Game by High Moon Studios.

This press release clarifies the previously heard “Stealth Force” mode and the overall premises of the plot (confirming Entertainment Weekly's recent reveal about Megatron’s whereabouts after Revenge Of The Fallen).

You can read the entire press release after the jump.

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Video Game Activision Press Release - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Want a preview of this Friday's new episode of Transformers: Prime?

Check out a clip from "Scrapheap" - premiering Friday 2/18 at 6:30 PM ET / 3:30 PM PT on Hub.

Original Source: Transformers: Prime Episode #7 Scrapheap Sneak Peek Video Clip - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Both Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Tyrese Gibson spoke about the upcoming Transformers: Dark of the Moon on separate interviews.

Although not much was revealed, Rosie’s interview had an interesting tidbit.

"We were told it was for a 'nemesis' role and I left thinking I was awful. The next day I was offered the lead!"

Tyrese talked about the process went into the creation of the third movie.

“It's in 3-D, and this is the first time we're doing [a 'Transformers' movie] in 3-D," he said. "In the first two, we were messing around and playing around, trying to figure out the niche and the energy and the synergy. Michael Bay has gone on the record, as has Shia, the star of the movie, and they've said, 'Listen: we've really figured it out this time. This is the biggest and best 'Transformers' movie of all of them.”

You can read the interviews at MTV and TotalFilm.

Remember Optimus Prime parked near New York Toy Fair 2011? Movieweb is announcing that he has received a $115 Parking Ticket. Optimus, you can't getaway just by saying "My Bad!" this time.

Original Source: Rosie Huntington-Whiteley And Tyrese Gibson Talk DOTM, Optimus Receives A Parking Ticket - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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After their press announcement, Activision has updated the game Facebook Page with what is likely to be the Official Poster for the Transformers: Dark of the Moon Video Game.

Shockwave is featured on the poster and it is said that he is the main villain of the third (and what is considered as the final) Michael Bay Transformers movie.

The game will act as a prequel to the movie rather than an adaptation of the movie’s story, unlike previous movie games. Developed by High Moon Studios who created War For Cybertron, the game is slated to release in June 14th, 2011.

Original Source: Possible Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Video Game Poster Revealed - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Kickback @ TFW2005.com

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We've been sitting on this story all day waiting for more solid developments to come about, but we've decided to go ahead and post up what we do know about this situation. As a previous update from Brian Ward stated via his Twitter account, he was hard at work on a Beast Wars DVD release. After that initial post, he started up with some interesting hints about another project he was working on:

"Big news re: BEAST WARS yesterday. But that's just one of MANY titles I'm excited to be working on. Anyone speak Japanese? #NotReallyAsking"

"Looking for bonus feature material re: TRANSFORMERS TAKARA COLLECTION. Commercials, etc. Got anything? #DoesntMeanImWorkingOnIt #YesItDoes"

And finally, the last bit of information which has many people believing this is all but confirmed:

"Working hard on the upcoming BEAST WARS and TAKARA COLLECTION sets. But can this really be considered work?"

Some of you may remember when we had the original Transformers animated movie re-released a few years back, it included Scramble City, but with all the audio removed and featured audio commentary instead. The reason the audio was removed was because of copyright issues and royalty issues with using the original Japanese audio. That same logic was behind the idea that we would NEVER see a release of the Takara shows here in the United States.

Are we indeed getting some Takara Transformers on DVD here in the United States? And if so, are we getting original Japanese audio? Subtitles? Surely this revelation brings up more questions than even Brian Ward can possibly answer right now, but stay tuned!

Special thanks to TVShowsonDVD.com for the information compiling.

Original Source: Shout! Factory Hints At Takara Collection DVD Releases - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to Collider, we have some pics of Mr. Michael Bay; the director of Transformers Live Action Movie Series and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley visiting the Hasbro Transformers Booth at New York Toy Fair 2011.

With the pics we can get a clear example of Ultimate Optimus Prime's size.

On our Hasbro Toy Fair Investor Event Coverage, we found out that Bay is to visit the Toy Fair to promote Transformers: Dark of the Moon. It seems as though he brought Carly along with him.

You’ll meet Ultimate Optimus Prime on shelves worldwide May 16th, 2011.

Transformers 3 is hitting theaters on 1st of July, 2011.

Original Source: Rosie Huntington-Whiteley And Michael Bay Visit The Hasbro Toy Fair Showroom - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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After their press announcement, Activision has updated the game Facebook Page with what is likely to be the Official Poster for the Transformers: Dark of the Moon Video Game.

Shockwave is featured on the poster and it is said that he is the main villain of the third (and what is considered as the final) Michael Bay Transformers movie.

The game will act as a prequel to the movie rather than an adaptation of the movie’s story, unlike previous movie games. Developed by High Moon Studios who created War For Cybertron, the game is slated to release in June 14th, 2011.

Update: Thanks to Activision’s Transformers YouTube Channel and TFW2005 Staff Member Liselotte, we now have a good look at Transformers: Dark of the Moon Video Game Shockwave Render.

Original Source: Update - Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Video Game Poster And Shockwave Render - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The Botcon Twitter has updated with the reveal of Botcon 2011 Wildrider... sort of.

Thurs Stunticon reveal. Wildrider. Mold. LOCKDOWN. Amazing NEW head design by @DerrickJWyatt. That plus color scheme makes him look tot dif.

So while we do not know what Wildrider will look like (yet!) we do know that he'll be a remold of Lockdown with a new head and new colors to make him his own toy. Will the hands be remolded as well to fix the annoying issue from every other release of Lockdown, though? Will he come with the hook, or the chainsaw attachments? Check back on Thursday this week when Wildrider is unveiled to find out!

Original Source: Botcon 2011 Wildrider will be a Lockdown remold - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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“Gentlemen, Start Your Engines!”

That's what Director Michael Bay, Josh Duhamel and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley going to say as Grand Marshals for 53rd running of the Daytona 500 on Sunday, Feb. 20, 2011, airing at 12 p.m. ET on FOX.

Thanks to speedwaymedia, we have an official Press Release saying that Wreckers Roadbuster, Top Spin and Leadfoot will also make an appearance at Daytona 500 as a promotional campaign for Transformers: Dark of the Moon.

Read the entire Press Release after the jump.

Original Source: Michael Bay, Rosie, Josh And The Wreckers At Daytona 500 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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We have with us a Press Release from Discovery, saying that Transformers: Prime Series Premiere was a huge success.

The strong performance of the eagerly awaited CGI-animated series from Hasbro Studios, which included the unveiling of the newest character, Skyquake, was the best-ever series premiere for The Hub among Households. The episode also generated massive time period increases versus prior four-week averages across virtually all of the network's key target demographics including Kids 2-11 (+1350%), Kids 6-11 (+1250%), Adults 18-49 (+2700%), Women 18-49 (+4000%), Persons 2+ (+1618%) and Households (+1333%). Also, Men 18-49 increased by +2050%.

You can read the rest of the press release after the jump.

We congratulate Hasbro/Discovery and are eagerly waiting for awesome episodes in the future as well.

Original Source: Press Release - Highly Anticipated Series Premiere Of Transformers Prime On The Hub Blasts Ratings - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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

Original Source: TFcon 2011 - Transformers 3 Dark of the Moon DOTM movie trailer - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Here's some interesting thoughts for the day ahead, courtesy of Derrick Wyatt and Botcon's Twitter feeds:

Botcon tweeted -

Just to be CRYSTAL clear. There are ONLY 5 Stunticons. This isn't TMNT. Well, okay, it is cause there is a femme, but we don't add/subtract.

And Derrick Wyatt later posted a clarification -

@BotCon Technically there are SIX members in Motormaster's Stunt Convoy. I suppose if they are all truly Stunticons or not is debatable.

The clue here seems to be that there may be SIX figures in the Botcon 2011 Box set (possibly because of the fact that the set is mostly Deluxe class toys so far?) The sixth member however will not be a Stunticon, but will be a member of Motormaster's team.

(My personal guess is it's the little black car that makes up Generation 1 Menasor's chest rendered in Transformers Animated style)

Original Source: Botcon 2011 - Motormaster's Crew has six members? - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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

Original Source: TFcon 2011 - Transformers 3 Dark of the Moon DOTM movie promo - 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, February 23rd, 2011, thanks to 2005 Boards member D-Drive.

IDW is kick-starting the Transformers: Dark of the Moon Movie Prequel Series with Foundation and Rising Storm. But, at the end of Transformers: Sector 7, there were some hints after all.

TRANSFORMERS RISING STORM #1 (OF 4)
IDEA & DESIGN WORKS LLC
Megatron has been on the run since Optimus Prime defeated the Fallen... But now a new player has arrived on Earth, and he's not taking prisoners! Fan-favorite SHOCKWAVE enters the scene in a major way, just in time for his role in TRANSFORMERS 3!

TRANSFORMERS 3 MOVIE PREQUEL FOUNDATION #1 Of(4)
John Barber (w) o Andrew Griffith (a) o Brian Rood (c)
The first TRANSFORMERS 3 MOVIE PREQUEL begins here! The origin of the bitter rivalry between Optimus Prime and Megatron starts here! But what is the secret connection that will forever bind them? And how will it affect the future of all Transformers?!

Original Source: Diamond Comics Shipping List For February 23rd, 2011 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: XJunky @ TFW2005.com

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Here's an update from our friends at TFSource: Up for preorder this week are the upcoming PE-11 - Perfect Effect - SFX Scouting Force X - Camera Set product, along with Generations Series 4: which includes Scourge, Kup, Wheeljack, Thundercracker and the highly anticipated Warpath! Also instock are items such as MP-09 Masterpiece Rodimus Prime, Generations 2011 Series 2, and TFC EX-004 Toys Targetoids! All this and more in this weeks SourceNews!

In this issue of SourceNews:
1. Now up for Preorder: PE-11 - Perfect Effect - SFX Scounting Force X - Camera Set!
2. Crazy Devy update!
3. MP-09 Masterpiece Rodimus is now instock!
4. TFC EX-004 Targetroids now instock!
5. Transformers United UN-11 Grapple, UN-12 Jazz, UN-13 Tracks and UN-14 Lugnut now instock!
6. Generations 2011 Series 02 - Now Instock & Shipping Out!
7. Now up for Preorder: Transformers 2011 - Generations Series 4!
8. Now up for Preorder! Polaris Head and Weapon - Upgrade Kit!
9. Popular Perfect Effect items just arrived in our warehouse!
10. Now instock: Japanese Transformers United Store exclusive!
11. Now up for Preorder: iGear Bee 01 and Bee 02!
12. Now up for Preorder - iGear Kup 01 - Custom head Set!
13. Now Instock: Custom iGear Masterpiece Prime heads!
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 16 February 2011 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Amazon Japan has updated their preorder pages for the next - and to date, last - assortment of Transformers United. This assortment adds Scourge, Frenzy & Rumble, Wheeljack and Generation 2 Optimus Prime to the mix. There's some pretty noticable differences from the US versions seen so far - Scourge sports metallic blue paint, and Wheeljack's green paint is nice and shiny (his white is probably whiter too). Rumble & Frenzy we've seen before, but the real gem of the assortment is Generation 2 Optimus Prime, who drops the blue on the cab and who swaps out the transparent orange plastic for transparent blue - giving him a totally unique look all of his own.

Read on to check out our mirror of all the images.

Original Source: Transformers United Wave 4 Official Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to TVShowsOnDVD we have info regarding Shout! Factory’s upcoming 15 Disc release to replace the collectible-but-limited “Matrix of Leadership Edition: Collector’s Set”.

Today Shout! has announced that they will collect the 15 DVDs from the season sets into a new package titled "The Transformers - The Complete Original Series", an "unlimited" general retail release which will become available starting May 24th. It will include all on-disc content from those four separate packages (including the bonus material, but it will NOT have the extras which were exclusive to the Matrix of Leadership set; sorry).

You can read the rest of the post at TVShowsOnDVD website.

Original Source: Transformers: The Complete Original Series Re-Release Date, Contents And Packaging - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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About a week ago we received a news about Transformers: Dark of the Moon Robo Power 3D Cine-Masks by Hasbro. Today we have some more info about these 3D Glasses thanks to the world renowned tech magazine; PCMag.

The Transformers Cine-Power 3D Masks are RealD-compatible passive 3D glasses built into plastic masks shaped like the faces of Optimus Prime and Bumblebee, from the upcoming film Transformers: Dark of the Moon. The masks will work with any RealD movie theater, and are compatible with Vizio Cinema 3D HDTVs and other passive 3D HDTVs. They will retail for $9.99, and will start shipping to stores May 16, six weeks before the film's release.

Original Source: More Info On Transformers: Dark of the Moon Robo Power Cine-Masks - Transformer World 2005

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BLAM! KAPOW!! Here comes Warpath. Thanks to ACToys we have some images of the upcoming Generations Warpath.

Color scheme is very similar to its G1 counterpart.

Take a look at the images (in Bot Mode & Vehicle Mode) and enjoy.

Original Source: Images Of Upcoming Generations Warpath - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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"Transformers" has made it to the Time Magazine’s All-Time 100 Greatest Toys list, today.

"It wasn't tough to be excited about Transformers as a kid in the 1980s. Magical alien machines that could be reassembled to assume the identities of everyday automobiles, they were adapted by Hasbro from a pair of Japanese toys from Takara: the Diaclones and the New Microman. With a slight redesign and a new story line, Transformers hit the American shores in 1984."

Transformers is not alone. Hasbro’s My Little Pony and G. I. Joe also made it to the 100 most influential toys from 1923 to the present.

Check out the full list at Time.com.

Congratulations Transformers!

P.S -It's Michael Bay and Garry Chalk's birthday as well. Happy Birthday!

Original Source: Transformers Chosen As One Of The All-Time 100 Greatest Toys By Time Magazine - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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After being teased all week, this is the Botcon 2011 news you've been waiting for! Wildrider, the fourth member of the Stunticons is revealed in all his glory, complete with new deco and remolded head. He uses the Blazing Lockdown variation of the Lockdown mold, which means he has the chainsaw accessory in addition to all the other good stuff.


As an added treat, we share with you a rumored possible lineup of Botcon exclusives, courtesy of boards member Mach. Since he posted this rumor over a week ago, he has been right on the money about two of the Stunticons, Drag Strip and Wildrider, so take it as you will. For those of you who don't want to know what the other molds are, stop reading now! Otherwise, read on and join in the speculation...

Original Source: Botcon 2011 Wildrider Revealed - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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MTV has posted a video clip and two stills from the upcoming episode of Transformers: Prime “Scrapheap”.

“Bumblebee and Ratchet scramble to eliminate a swarm of Scraplets that have invaded HQ while Optimus and Arcee patrol in the Arctic.”


Episode airs Friday 18th February, 2011 6:30PM ET on the Hub.

Original Source: MTV Exclusive Video Clip Of Transformers: Prime Episode #7 Scrapheap - Transformer World 2005

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Amazon, who helped us findout the name of the movie and snippets of the movie plot, is now revealing Transformers: Dark of the Moon Novel by Peter David.

We knew it was finished. But, this time we are looking at the price and page count. It’s not “Harry Potter” large… 400 Pages, but it is much larger than the previous novels (336 and 304 pages respectively).

Priced at $7.99, the book will release on May 24, 2011 by Del Ray.

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Novel Details Revealed - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Hey Hey Hey! We get to play as Humans as well.

More images from the upcoming Transformers: Dark of the Moon Video Game has surfaced, thanks to Daily Blam.

We’ve seen three images before. But now we can take a look at them more closely. Plus, as we mentioned above, we get to play as humans (two factions it seems).

Take a look at the images, enjoy and leave a comment…

Original Source: More Images Of Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Game - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Highquality images from the upcoming Transformers: Dark of the Moon Video Game has surfaced, thanks to Daily Blam.

We’ve seen images before. But now we can take a look at them more closely.

Update: Thanks to many members, for informing that the "Human" images look similar to Call of Duty: Black Ops by Activision (same people bringing you the DOTM game). It is unsure whether this is a part of the game or an error on Daily Blam's part.

Update 2: High Quality Images thanks to Movie Web

Take a look at the images, enjoy and leave a comment…

Original Source: High Quality Images Of Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Game - Transformer World 2005

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All hell breaks loose on Movieverse as we move onto May. IDW May 2011 Solicitations brings us the final chapters of Transformers Foundation, Rising Storm as well as the Transformers: Dark of the Moon Movie Adaptation. Stage is set. And so it will come to pass as the players take their final places. Making ready the events that were to come…

List of Transformers related comic books on the month of May are…

• TRANSFORMERS: Heart of Darkness #3 (of 4)
• TRANSFORMERS #19
• TRANSFORMERS: The IDW Collection, Vol. 4
• TRANSFORMERS: Foundation #4 (of 4)
• TRANSFORMERS: Rising Storm #4 (of 4)
• TRANSFORMERS 3: Movie Adaptation
• TRANSFORMERS: Foundation TPB
• TRANSFORMERS: Rising Storm TPB

Read more about each issue, after the jump. Remember, Spoilers! Thanks to Newsarama for the Images and Info.

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

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Originally posted by: Joe Moore @ TFW2005.com

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Today for our Featured Ebay Auction, we have a nice G1 Commemorative Series lot. The auction is for a Lot of 22 Sealed Transformers Generation 1 Commemorative Series Reissues.

As a bonus auction, just because it looked cool, we have a Transformers Animated UK Store Display.

Original Source: Featured Ebay Auction - G1 Commemerative Series Lot - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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"Destroy first, think later." That’s the motto of Transformers G1 Triple Changer Blitzwing. But the question is, is he in Transformers: Dark of the Moon?

TFLAMB has posted an image rumored to be from Transformers 3, clearly showing the silhouette of Blitzwing.

We are yet to receive a confirmation from Michael Bay, Nelson or Paramount/Hasbro. Till then, treat it as a rumor.

Original Source: Rumor – Blitzwing in Transformers: Dark of the Moon? - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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Great stuff this month!
The obligatory Classics Dirge upgrade set that converts your Generations Dirge to a more G1 looking figure: Dirge Upgrade Set.

Additionally the much-requested set for FansProject Protector, which has been in development for many months now. It's a two part set, with Sheet 1 being for the technical stuff like robot mode details, trailer read-outs and vehicle lights. Sheet 2 is a beautiful, gloss-coated set of photo-realistic flames. All brought to you by Justin: FansProject Protector Upgrade Set.

But wait... did you buy the BiS Hot Rod to use with your FP Protector? Are you having a hard time coping with the totally different colors? Then check out our Bis Hot Rod / Protector integration set: Hot Rod Integration Set.

And another obligatory set - a retooled and recolored version of X5, X10 and X11 upgrade sets for use on Metrotitan: Metrotitan Upgrade Set.

Original Source: New Reprolabels.com sets: Protector, Generations Dirge and Metrotitan - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Some new images of the Dark of the Moon Barricade have been posted over on 4Chan (NSFW). This cool new version of the Decepticon police car now has a white spoiler instead of a black one - and a bit more white on the robot mode overall - as well as a decent amount of extra poseability and real hands when compared to the original. While the mustache and goatee on the face we see here are probably just flaws in the paint application that will be fixed by the final run, they still manage to give Barricade a nice and diabolical villainous look. Read on to check out our mirror of the images, which includes comparisons with the original and Human Alliance versions of Barricade.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Barricade In Hand Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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TFC Toys have released some new alternate mode images of their custom Reflector on their t.sina account (requires registration). These new images show off the approximate size of the alternate mode, indicating it will be about the size of a real camera (and apparently it fits real camera lenses!)

Also on show are some unknown resin prototypes of some little custom transforming tanks. Not much known about these guys, but the eagle-eyed Venksta has spotted that these guys seem to have square sockets for Power Core Combiners - possible additional drones for your Power Core Combiner toys? Stay tuned for more news on this and all other third party custom Transformers products.

Original Source: TFC Toys Custom Reflector and Tank Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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We heard about them at a Press Conference. We saw them at the New York Toy Fair 2011. Now, it’s time to check out some exclusive CGI Renders and Art for Transformers: Rescue Bots; Playskool’s upcoming Transformers addition to their already successful Adventure Heroes toyline (about to be known as Playskool Heroes in the future).

Slated for release in August 2011, “Transformers: Rescue Bots” is the successor of Transformers: Robot Heroes. Based on the same concept as Superhero Squad and Hero On-The-Go, Rescue Bots mainly focus on educating children regarding hazards and safety.

Official Description: "Anything can get done when Transformers Rescue Bots and their friends team up! Help fight fires, flood and crime, or anything in between – the Rescue Bots love adventure and rescue!"

The initial team of Autobots for the line consists of Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Chase The Police-Bot, Heatwave The Fire-Bot, Blades The Copter-Bot and Boulder The Construction-Bot. Human figures are associated with various rescue tools and colored accordingly to a certain Autobot of the same line.

Additionally kids can collect playsets known as (but not limited to) “Fire Station Prime” and “Bumblebee’s Rescue Garage”, very similar to the previously mentioned “Hero On-The-Go” packs.

We say a hearty “Thank You!” to TFW2005 Member Matrix Soul for providing us these images and we do hope that you all will enjoy and say a few words about this upcoming line.

Take a look at the Concept Art, after the jump.

Original Source: TFW2005 Exclusive Transformers: Rescue Bots Concept Art - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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We broke the news about Transformers: Dark of the Moon Wreckers arriving to Daytona 500 thanks to fellow staff member Liselotte.

Now we have some pictures with us, brought in by jaws, thanks to Hendrick Motorsports. Roadbuster, Topspin, and Leadfoot are on display at Daytona 500 Speedway.

Dirtector Michael Bay, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley (Carly) and Josh Duhamel (William Lennox) will serve as Grand Marshals for the 53rd Daytona 500 on Sunday, Feb. 20, 2011, airing at 12 p.m. ET on FOX.

On Sunday, the cars of drivers Jimmie Johnson, driver of the No. 48 Lowe’s Chevrolet, and Dale Earnhardt Jr., driver of the No. 88 AMP Energy/National Guard Chevrolet, will lead the 43-car field during the Daytona 500 pace laps.

“Gentlemen, Start Your Engines... and Mechtech Guns!”

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Wreckers On Display At Daytona 500 Speedway - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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More Transformers: Dark of the Moon In-Hand Images are posted over at ACToys by b-o-t.

The images include:
Autobot Topspin
Autobot Ratchet
Roadbuster
Deluxe Bumblebee
Jolt
Voyager Shockwave
Skyhammer

Mirrored images, after the jump.

Original Source: More Transformers: Dark Of The Moon In-Hand Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Transformers: Dark of the Moon is about to hit the theaters and companies are pretty busy with tie-in promotions.

If you spend over 3000 Yen at Yodobashi Camera Multimedia Akiba store after 5th of March, you’ll receive a Minicon figure. The toy you’ll get is Micron Spoilsport, a repaint of United Targetmaster Recoil. You knew him before as Airlift of Power Core combiners 2-Pack consisting Skyhammer.

We have these Promotional Campaign images and information thanks to Autobase Aichi.

Original Source: Takara Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Promotional Item – Micron Spoilsport - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Official Website of Millions Publishing has been updated with some information regarding Transformers: Animated (Japan) Encyclopedia Magazine Exclusive Mail-Away Figure Elite Guard Optimus Prime.

We now know the release date of the figure, which is 4th March, 2011.

You can checkout more info at Millions Publishing Website.

Original Source: Transformers: Animated Encyclopedia Mail-Away Elite Guard Optimus Prime Release Date Revealed - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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We have received the Official Press Release for Transformers: Dark of the Moon by Hasbro.

The Press Release clearly tells us of the Prices and Release Dates of each category of figures. Some toys arrive before the movie while the rest has received a release date after the Transformers 3 World Premiere on 1st of July, 2011.

We have also received the Press Release for Kre-O from Hasbro as well.

You can read the press releases after the jump.

P.S. You will also find a High Resolution (2472x3472) image of Kre-O Optimus Prime with this article.

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

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Till an HD version shows up... Enjoy! Told ya we are the First and Fast!! Kudos to TFW2005 Members contributing awesomely!!!

Original Source: New Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Trailer On Daytona 500 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Some significantly better photos of the upcoming Generations Warpath have been posted on Ebay by Ebay user cle10177. These images for the first time show Warpath in both modes, correctly transformed and in a decently high resolution to properly appreciate the robot's design. Warpath is looking very faithful to the spirit of his past toys - all two of them - and his past non-toy releases as well - all two additional ones of those. What is nice to see is he appears to be taking everything that worked well from the outstanding Legends Class release, and adding some more bulk and definition to areas like the arms in this version. There's also a pleasing abundance of 3mm clips to plug in additional weapons if you so choose.

Click on the link above to see the original auction or - BLAM! - read on for our mirror of the images.

Original Source: Generations Warpath Clear Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Actor Tyrese Gibson (Robert Epps) just updated his Twitter Page with...

#BlastOff today during #AllStar your gonna see new trailers for Transformers 3 AND "Fast Five" it's gametime PIMP!!!

Alright guys, ready for another recording now? Let's see if this is new Transformers: Dark of the Moon Trailer or the one we saw with Daytona 500.

Original Source: New DOTM TV Spot To Air During AllStar Game? - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Actor Tyrese Gibson (Robert Epps) just updated his Twitter Page with...

#BlastOff today during #AllStar your gonna see new trailers for Transformers 3 AND "Fast Five" it's gametime PIMP!!!

Alright guys, ready for another recording now? Let's see if this is a new Transformers: Dark of the Moon Trailer or the one we saw with Daytona 500.

Update:
Transformers fans are disappointed as Tyrese Tweeted this…

“BREAKING+++++ Oh shiiiit!! NEW TRANSFORMERS 3 TRAILER IS CRAAAZY!!!”

…and included a link to the previously seen Daytona 500 TV Spot posted to YouTube by TFW2005 Member Knightwave.

Either the new TV Spot was canceled or Mr. Gibson mistook the Daytona Trailer.

Original Source: Update: New DOTM TV Spot To Air During AllStar Game? - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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You know how it is, post-Toy Fair the Transformers news always slows up a bit. Yeah, that was what I was thinking when planning out this update yesterday. What to talk about here on a slower news week. And then like a gigantic Michael Bay explosion out of nowhere, NEW TRANSFORMERS 3 TRAILER WHOOOOOOO! Granted, that does a disservice to the other cool bits of news from the last week, like Time Magazine naming Transformers as one of its top 100 toys, and those adorable little Scraplet critters from episode 7 of Transformers Prime (anyone else want a plushie Scraplet after that episode?)


Transformers Dark of the Moon Updates:
Transformers 3 Dark of the Moon Daytona 500 Trailer
Dark of the Moon Wreckers at Daytona 500 Speedway
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley And Tyrese Gibson Talk DOTM, Optimus Receives A Parking Ticket
Rumor - Blitzwing in Transformers Dark of the Moon
Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Video Game Activision Press Release


Transformers Dark of the Moon Toy Information and Images:
Dark of the Moon Bumblebee, Topspin, Roadbuster, Jolt, Ratchet and Skyhammer In Hand O,ages
Dark of the Moon Barricade In Hand Images


Transformers Prime News:
Transformers Prime Boosts Hub Ratings


Botcon 2011 - Botcon Animated - News:
Botcon 2011 Animated Wildrider Revealed


Transformers DVD News:
Transformers the Complete Original Series Re-Release Date, Contents and Packaging
Shout! Factory Hints At Takara Collection DVD Releases


Transformers Rescue Bots Concept Art
Time Magazine names Transformers as one of the all time 100 greatest toys
Campaign Micron Spoilsport
IDW May 2011 Solicitations


New Transformers Toys Released this Week:
Stealth Force Deluxe Big Hoss Out at US Retail


New Transformers Toy Images:
Generations Warpath Clear Images
Transformers United Wave 4 Official Images


WTF @ TFW Transformers Podcast Episode 134

Diamond Comics Shipping list for February 23

Original Source: Transformers News Roundup 02/14/11 - 02/20/11 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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One more quick update for now before I head off. Power Core Combiners Grimstone and his Dinobots have been out for a while, but are still notoriously hard to find in many areas, which is a pity because they are one of the most solid five packs in the Power Core Combiners line so far (also color co-ordinated if such things concern you). Here for your enjoyment if you've still not been able to find them is the TFW2005 Gallery of Grimstone and the Dinobots, courtesy of 2005 Boards photo staff member thenatureboywoo!

Also in this update is another Power Core Combiner. Leadfoot with Pinpoint has been out a while, and doubtless he's on pegs everywhere, but hopefully this gallery will show you as it showed me why he is such a great toy and worthy of you taking a second look at him. Once again thenatureboywoo does the honors.

TFW Power Core Combiners Grimstone with Dinobots Gallery
TFW Power Core Combiners Leadfoot with Pinpoint Gallery


Stay tuned for more gallery goodness, I think something Japanese will be in store for the next update...

Original Source: TFW Gallery Update Power Core Combiners Grimstone and Leadfoot Added - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

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Building upon our earlier report from Autobot Aichi, a small image of what may very well be Voyager Optimus Prime With Trailer from Transformers 3 Dark Of The Moon can be seen on the bottom of the magazine cover shown. This set was first mentioned on the Possible Dark Of The Moon Initial Toy Release Sheet, early last month.

You may recall that in the Transformers Dark Of The Moon Superbowl Trailer, that towards the end, Optimus Prime is shown wielding a long sword, possibly engulfed in flames. This may be what is shown on the left arm of the figure. More images of what may very well be the Voyager Optimus Prime with trailer set, after the jump!

Original Source: Dark Of The Moon Voyager Optimus Prime Plus Trailer Possible Image - Transformer World 2005