Transformers News

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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A new Transformers TV show debuts this Saturday on The Hub. This time, it's for the younger fans. Transformers Rescue Bots will premiere on the Hub with the an hour long sneak preview at Noon Eastern time. Be sure to tune in and watch the adventures of Boulder, Chase, Blades and Heatwave! Thanks to Youtube user ObscureTF we have our first sneak preview of the new show!

Check it out below!

Original Source: Transformers Rescue Bots Sneak Preview - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Good news everybody! Michael Bay's monster blockbuster film Transformers Dark Of The Moon has been nominated for a 2012 Screen Actors Guild Award. The LA Times Envelope awards site is reporting that the film is nominated for Outstanding Performance by a Stunt Ensemble in a Motion Picture. No doubt for the "Bird Men" scene among others in the movie.

Dark of The Moon has some stiff competition in the form of "Cowboys & Aliens", "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2, "The Adjustment Bureau" and "X-Men: First Class".

Be sure to tune in to the 2012 Screen Actors Guild Awards Sunday, January 29th on TNT and cheer on the Transformers!

Original Source: Dark Of The Moon Nominated For Screen Actors Guild Award - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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TFW2005 is proud to announce the relaunch of the all new RIDForever.info, our network's little side project that's been sitting around for years. The mini-site dedicated to any and everything "Robots In Disguise" has been completely redone, upgraded, and added-to, heavily. We've been working on this in the background for a whlie now, and just squeaked in the relaunch during December 2011, which happens to be the 10th Anniversary of Robots In Disguise in the United States! So, to celebrate the 10th anniversary, even if only for another 16 days, enjoy the all new RID FOREVER.

Things of note:

• Completely redone site, new skin, layout, system.
• Tons of new entries added for toys, coming very close to (or hitting) absolute completeness.
• 3rd Party Merchandise area created, documenting the US, Japan, and
• Korean items.
• All figures and 3rd party items we have access to have been reshot this year, using semi-professional gear and lighting.
• Over 7000 New High Resolution Images of RID Toys, spanning 293 Entries for figures and merchandise.
• Over 2500 High Quality Screen Captures, spanning all 39 Episodes. Sorted by Character.

Here are some pages of interest to get you started.

• Every single RID related toy on one page.
• All the non-toy RID merchandise.
• Images from all 39 episodes, direct from the Japanese DVDs (highest quality available).
• AWESOME RID Wallpapers by Joe Moore.
• US RID Toys, Japanese Car Robots Toys, Korean Versions, all other RID related toys.
• Every RID related Spychanger ever, on one page.
• Detailed gallery of Botcon Japan 2000 Ai clear resin figure.
• Korean children's activity book, Korean jumbo VHS tapes, Carbot watches.
• Korean RID model kits (kabaya like).
• Auto Rollers in Korean box, Starscream and BB in Carbot box, Megastorm in Carbot box.
• Build Team, Car Brothers (Only Deluxe), The Combaticons, Team Bullet Train.
• Cartoon production materials, TV Magazine inserts, TV Magazine spreads.
• All red box RID toys, sealed box fronts, one page.

There is way too much to list here on what's new, so we invite you to check out the all new...

RIDFOREVER.INFO!

Original Source: RIDForever.info Relaunched - Celbrating the 10th Anniversary of Robots In Disguise! - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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TFW2005 is proud to announce the launch of the all new RIDForever.info, our network's little side project that's been sitting around for years. The mini-site dedicated to any and everything "Robots In Disguise" has been completely redone, upgraded, and added-to, heavily. We've been working on this in the background for a while now, and just squeaked in the relaunch during December 2011, which happens to be the 10th Anniversary of Robots In Disguise in the United States! So, to celebrate the 10th anniversary, even if only for another 16 days, enjoy the all new RID FOREVER.

Things of note:

• Completely redone site, new skin, layout, system.
• Tons of new entries added for toys, coming very close to (or hitting) absolute completeness.
• 3rd Party Merchandise area created, documenting the US, Japan, and Korean items.
• All figures and 3rd party items we have access to have been reshot this year, using semi-professional gear and lighting.
• Over 7000 New High Resolution Images of RID Toys, spanning 293 Entries for figures and merchandise.
• Over 2500 High Quality Screen Captures, spanning all 39 Episodes. Sorted by Character.

Here are some pages of interest to get you started.

• Every single RID related toy on one page.
• All the non-toy RID merchandise.
• Images from all 39 episodes, direct from the Japanese DVDs (highest quality available).
• AWESOME RID Wallpapers by Joe Moore.
• US RID Toys, Japanese Car Robots Toys, Korean Versions, all other RID related toys.
• Every RID related Spychanger ever, on one page.
• Detailed gallery of Botcon Japan 2000 Ai clear resin figure.
• Korean children's activity book, Korean jumbo VHS tapes, Carbot watches.
• Korean RID model kits (kabaya like).
• Auto Rollers in Korean box, Starscream and BB in Carbot box, Megastorm in Carbot box.
• Build Team, Car Brothers (Only Deluxe), The Combaticons, Team Bullet Train.
• Cartoon production materials, TV Magazine inserts, TV Magazine spreads.
• All red box RID toys, sealed box fronts, one page.

There is way too much to list here on what's new, so we invite you to check out the all new...

RIDFOREVER.INFO!

Original Source: RIDForever.info Relaunched - Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of Robots In Disguise! - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Roll Out Roll Call, the UK's Transformers & GI Joe joint celebration have announced their guest list for the 2012 convention! On the Transformers side, they have announced as guests of honor the team responsible for bringing back the original Generation 1 Transformers comics this July - Simon Furman, Andrew Wildman and colorist John-Paul Bove. They will be joined by Bill Forster and Jim Sorenson, who you might remember brought us a little something known as The Allspark Almanac...

On the GI Joe front, legendary GI Joe writer Larry Hama makes his first ever UK show appearance, along with the team who bring you IDW's new take on Cobra Commander, Robert Atkins and Simon Gough.

Roll Out Roll Call is held over the weekend of 10 and 11 March 2012, at the Jury's Inn in Southampton England. Tickets are limited, and are expected to go online very soon!

Original Source: Roll Out Roll Call Announces Simon Furman, Andrew Wildman and John-Paul Bove - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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More news from the Takara-Tomy Twitter account! Today they have confirmed that Transformers Prime will be making its debut on Japanese television in April 2012. We've known this is coming for a while, since there's never yet been a Transformers series that has not found its way to Japan (though Beast Machines was a close call). Still, the confirmation is great news! Let's see if the exceptional talent that is JAM Project is brought in to provide an opening credits song on the lines of the one they did for Transformers Animated.

The airdate of the show is also being promoted in Japan with pack-in flyers included with the Japanese First Edition Transformers Prime toys and the Dark of the Moon DVD. This additional confirmation comes to you from Snakas.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Comes to Japan April 2012 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Takara-Tomy have released a new image of the upcoming Kero Kero Ace exclusive Legends Starscream aka Keroroscream on their Twitter Account. This is out first proper look at this exclusive item, a crossover between Transformers and Keroro Gunso aka Sgt. Frog. It's a freebie with the January 2012 edition of Kero Kero Ace, due out on December 26 in Japan.

Original Source: Kero Kero Ace Exclusive Starscream New Image - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Here we are bringing you the IDW March 2012 Transformers Solicitations.

• How to Draw Transformers
• Transformers: More Than Meets The Eye Ongoing #3
• Transformers: Robots in Disguise Ongoing #3
• The Transformers Classics, Vol. 3
• Transformers, Vol. 7: Chaos

Findout more about each solicitation, after the jump.

Original Source: IDW March 2012 Transformers Solicitations - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to the Facebook page of Transformers Galaxy we have new in hand images of 3rd Party Group Maketoys' 2 pack figures, Hover and Bomber. In these photos we see the two figures in vehicle and robot mode as well some nice in package pictures. We also get a size comparison of the two figures next to a stick of gum. Which gives a nice sense of just how micro these microbots are!

Check out the images after the break and then join the 2005 Boards to join in the discussion.

Original Source: New Images of Maketoys Hover and Bomber - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Well, that didn't take long. On Monday we reported a blurred picture of TFC Toys Hercules in color and fully combined. Now, we have the same picture (among others) unblurred. These pictures also show off that Hercules will come with an optional visor accessorie and that Mad Blender's mixing drum will in fact be green. TFC Toys also teases that new pictures will be coming on Sunday.

Take a look at all the images courtesy of the weibo accounts of TFC Toys and Jeffyzhong by clicking on the title bar and then head over to our popular Hercules Mega Thread to keep up with all the latest Hercules news!

Original Source: TFC Toys Hercules Unblurred Robot mode pics and Visor update! - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Joe Moore @ TFW2005.com

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The holidays can absolutely kill your wallets. So for today's Featured Ebay auctions, we'll have some Transformers items that won't break the bank, but might make someone's day (including your own). Nothing listed below is (as of this listing) over $10.00.

• Transformers Optimus Prime 20th Anniversary Edition Robots in Disquise | eBay
• Transformers Masterpiece Megatron Upgrade Accessory Kit | eBay
• TAKARA Transformers MT-5 Fire Tanker W Team | eBay
• DARK SCREAM, GAS SKUNK & SLAPPER Transformers RID -Comes With EVERYTHING!! | eBay
• TAKARA TRANSFORMERS UNITED UN-22 LASER OPTIMUS PRIME BRAND NEW SEALED!!! | eBay
• Transformers reveal the shield Rodimus vs Cyclonus Action Figure Hasbro RARE! | eBay
• Transformers TFX-01J DIA commander parallax red Trailer MISB | eBay
• Transformers GRIMLOCK Pretender Classics 100% Complete ***NO RESERVE!!!*** | eBay
• Large New Transformers Lot Wreckgar, Optimus Prime, Megatron, And More | eBay

Original Source: Featured Ebay Auctions - Low Prices For The Holidays - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Takara-Tomy have added a new page to their website. The new page promoting the Transformers Prime series for Japan includes some goodies such as a character video promoting Transformers Prime the show for Japan (mainly using footage from Darkness Rising). It's a character focus video all about Optimus Prime. According to 2005 Boards member Ricochet, these will be monthly, so watch that space for more character focused video clips. There's also some Transformers Prime Twitter icons (which are pretty cool, and I'm sure would also look great as your avatar on our 2005 Boards).

Lastly, there's another teaser image for the Transformers Prime "Robots in Disguise" toyline which is debuting in March 2012 on both sides of the Pacific, once again the silhouettes appear to be a slightly different Optimus Prime, Ratchet and Soundwave.

Original Source: Takara-Tomy Transformers Prime Show Page Online - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Initial work on Transformers Prime's third season is set to begin in 2012, according to a Twitter post by series storyboard writer Bryan Baugh:

Well, today is my last day at Hasbro Studios... for a few weeks, anyhow. We got a stretch of down-time before work begins on TFP Season 3...

This might not come as a huge surprise as Hasbro's intentions for Transformers Prime are that it becomes a new and ongoing universe. That being said, plans can change.

Please also bear in mind we've not heard that Season 3 has been officially greenlit yet - but the fact some work is being planned for early 2012 certainly suggests that announcement is not far away.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Season 3 - Work begins in early 2012? - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to 2005 Board member, Masabon, for dropping by to let us know that the latest Deluxe Dark Of The Moon wave has been released in Japan. On top of that, Masabon has picked up the two new molds in the wave, DA-31 Autobot Que and DA-13Soundwave, and provided us with a ton of cool new pictures of Que in both of his modes. He's also provided us with Autobot Que's bio which, except the name, is the same as Hasbro's Dark Of the Moon Wheeljack.

When he first learned about the laws of physics, AUTOBOT QUE took them as a challenge to his intelligence. Laws, after all, were made to be broken. The Autobot technician had dedicated his life to pushing the limits of science. More often than not, his inventions have failed spectacularly, but when they succeed, they often change the course of millions of robots' lives.

Click on the title bar to check out all the pictures and then head over to the 2005 Boards to discuss

Original Source: Takara DA-31 Autobot Que and DA-13 Soundwave Released in Japan - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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If you're like this news poster, maybe you haven't shipped your pile of TFC Toys Not-Constructicons Hercules figures yet. Or maybe, you're still on the fence about owning these figures. Well thanks to 2005 Board members like dkreed7 we now have a good look at what to expect from the newest offering from 3rd Party Group TFC Toys, Dr. Crank. Yes, this figure based on Generation 1 Constructicon Hook has been released and this excellent review gives you an excellent look at the figure.

Take a look at all the images which include pictures of Hercules combined with four out of six of the members. Dkreed7 has also provided comparison shots next to several different Transformer items. Click the title bar to check out these pictures and share your thoughts in the feedback thread.

Original Source: TFC Toys Dr. Crank Pictorial Review - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Just a reminder that today The Hub will air a sneak preview of their 2nd Transformers series, Transformers Rescue Bots! The show will air at 12pm Eastern time with two back to back episodes. The Hub's Facebook page reads;
check out a special sneak peek of Transformers Rescue Bots. You'll meet a group of Autobots who team with a human family of first responders including a police chief, firefighter, rescue pilot and engineer to keep the island of Griffin Rock safe from disasters.

What do you think? Will you turn in and watch yourself? Will this be a show to sit and watch with your kids? Watch the preview below and then click discuss to converse with fellow Transformer Fans on this new cartoon.

Original Source: Reminder: Transformers Rescue Bots Airs Today - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The Mastermind Creations Cyclops prototype is on tour - with its first stop being Comic Ink in Dublin, CA. We've got a few new images of the robot mode for you to check out, courtesy of 2005 Boards member locidm. This is still very much a prototype piece, with some more details and joints to be added - but it is shaping up very well, and is said to be of a height with official Hasbro release Leader Transformers.

Stay tuned for more information and news, and perhaps a few more surprises as well!

Original Source: Mastermind Creations Cyclops New Robot Mode Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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The Hub has begun airing a teaser for the upcoming second season of "Transformers Prime: The Animated Series" on their channel. YouTube account "FanOfTransformers" has uploaded the first teaser, announcing that the series will return in February 2012.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Season 2 Begins February 2012 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Another Auto Assembly 2012 update has gone out announcing another guest for the 2012 convention! Auto Assembly are very proud to announce that Jean-Paul Bove is attending Auto Assembly 2012. He's currently working on a little something called Transformers Regeneration 1!

For those keeping score, yes, that means the entire creative team behind the revival of the Marvel Generation 1 comic continuity will be at Auto Assembly 2012! Remember, tickets are on a special holiday discount until Christmas Eve - head on over to the Auto Assembly homepage to take advantage of this fantastic offer!

Original Source: Jean-Paul Bove to Attend Auto Assembly 2012 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Staffers with Dairycon confirmed today the first Exclusive Reveal for the 2012 Show, and 2005 Boards member Methusalen dropped by our 2005 Boards to share the good news! The first 2012 exclusive is a true first for Dairycon - it's their first move to making a human action figure. It's a cool looking piece, and its name is Neoknight - aka G.B. Blackrock, human ally of the Autobots from the original US Marvel comics and founder of the Neoknights superhero team who played a role in the final issues of the Marvel run.

Dairycon 2012 will be held over April 27-28th, 2012 at the historic Ramada Plaza's Crystal Ballroom in Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin. Registration is open now, head on over to the Dairycon homepage to pre-register yourself today! Also don't forget to vote for your favorite Transformer to be inducted into the Dairycon Alcove of Honor!

Dairycon 2012. It's beyond Gouda. Beyond Evil. Beyond your Wildest Expectations!

Original Source: Dairycon 2012 Exclusive Neoknight G B Blackrock - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We've got another addition to our Transformers Prime Toy Galleries for you now readers! We've got the first of two galleries of Transformers Prime's Voyager Class Wave 1, the Autobot one 'bot wrecking crew, Bulkhead!

True to his name, this new Bulkhead toy is big and bulky. He's got quite a squat stature, but he's broad shouldered and got some powerful arms. He's extremely good with power poses because of this. Design wise, Bulkhead is one of the most amazingly cleverly designed Transformers toys to come along this year - take a look at the robot mode next to Animated Bulkhead, then take a look at the vehicle mode comparison shot. That's real - no photoshopping, Prime Bulkhead really does compress down into a small vehicular mode. And as you might notice from the other pictures in our gallery, there's not an awful lot of vehicle mode parts sticking out, everything folds in and tucks away.

Seriously, this is an amazing toy. You really ought to consider picking him up if you like what you see in this gallery! Click the link below to see the full gallery and judge for yourself:

TFW Transformers Prime Bulkhead Gallery

Original Source: TFW Transformers Prime Bulkhead Gallery - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Hope you all enjoyed Transformers: Rescue Bots. Here’s Protoman reviewing Transformers: Rescue Bots Bumblebee Rescue Garage to celebrate the new Cartoon Series.

"The Rescue Bots get tuned up and ready to roll out at the Bumblebee Rescue Garage! Bumblebee designed his garage to quickly change into a rescue station when disaster strikes, so the Rescue Bots are always ready to save the day!"

Original Source: Transformers: Rescue Bots Bumblebee Rescue Garage Video Review - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We have received an update from our friends at TFSource!

Happy Holidays SourceFans!
It's still not to late to take advantage of the holiday sale and snag some great deals and free shipping on instock domestic orders over $150! Masterpiece, Hasbro Deluxe & Generations, United, and Crazy Devy - over a hundred great deals all up to 75% off! Don't forget to order with 2-day air and ensure you can still get these in time for the holidays! Due instock this week, we have the highly anticipated DOTM Dark Nightwatch DA-15 Jetwing Optimus! We've also received KM-01 and KM-02 back instock, along with the first deluxe 1.0 case of the First Edition of Transformers Prime Figures! All that and more in this week's SourceNews!

In this issue of SourceNews:
1. The TFsource Holiday Sale Continues!
2. Now en route to our warehouse - DOTM Dark Nightwatch DA-15 Jetwing Optimus!
3. Now instock: the first deluxe 1.0 case of the First Edition of Transformers Prime figures!
4. KM-01 and KM-02 Back Instock! KM-01X Knight Morpher Commander-X preorder up!
5. TFC Toys Update!
6. DOTM Leader Class Buster Optimus Prime & Jetfire Giftset now instock!
7. Encore #20 Constructicons Devastator Now Instock!
8. New Preorders from CrazyDevy!
9. Make Toys Battle Tanker Now Available for Preorder!
10. MP-09B Masterpiece Black Version Rodimus Prime Now Instock!
11. Now up for Preorder: Encore #21 SoundBlaster and #22 Twincast!
12. TFsource Article: Origin of the Species – Part 2
13. Newest Instock items at TFsource
14. Newest Preorder items at TFsource

Click here to visit TFSource and start shopping!

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

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Takara-Tomy have unveiled their latest free present campaign, this time to promote Transformers Prime. From 28 December 2011 by spending 3,000 yen or more at participating stores on Transformers Prime merchandise, shoppers will receive a free limited edition Micron. The three Microns are:

Autobot Peaceman - named for Nebulon Targetmaster Peacemaker who came with Generation 1 Pointblank, he's an orange version of Power Core Combiners Chopster, who came with Smoulder.
Fracas - named for Scourge's Targetmaster partner, he's a blue version of Power Core Combiners Groundspike, who came with Heavytread.
Aimless - named for Misfire's Targetmaster partner, he's a light purple version of Power Core Combiners Throttler, who came with Sledge.

As always, these are set to be limited run items available purely on a first-come, first-served basis. As you might guess from the information above, these are carrying on the recent trend of issuing the Power Core Combiners Mini-cons in Japan as same-name homages to the Generation 1 Targetmaster partners.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Micron Campaign Figures - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Takara-Tomy have unveiled their latest free present campaign, this time to promote Transformers Prime. From 28 December 2011 by spending 3,000 yen or more at participating stores on Transformers Prime merchandise, shoppers will receive a free limited edition Micron. The three Microns are:

Autobot Peaceman - named for Nebulon Targetmaster Peacemaker who came with Generation 1 Pointblank, he's an orange version of Power Core Combiners Chopster, who came with Smoulder. He's going to be exclusive to Toys R Us Japan.
Fracas - named for Scourge's Targetmaster partner, he's a blue version of Power Core Combiners Groundspike, who came with Heavytread. This one's exclusive to Yamada Denki, Yodobashi Camera, Edion Group, Ishimaru, Deodeo, Eiden and Midori.
Aimless - named for Misfire's Targetmaster partner, he's a light purple version of Power Core Combiners Throttler, who came with Sledge. He'll be exclusively available at Joshin, Kidsland and Bic Camera.

As always, these are set to be limited run items available purely on a first-come, first-served basis. As you might guess from the information above, these are carrying on the recent trend of issuing the Power Core Combiners Mini-cons in Japan as same-name homages to the Generation 1 Targetmaster partners.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Micron "Armsmicron" Campaign Figures - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Board member zeroeo has aquired the latest Chronicles EZ Collection and has stopped by to share with us a ton of pictures. Included are comparison pictures with Reveal The Shield Legends figures and the 1st Chronicle EZ Collection figures.

Check out all the images and discuss on the boards by clicking the title bar

Original Source: Chronicles EZ Collection 2 In Hand Pictures - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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The promotional onslaught has begun for the upcoming video game "Transformers: Fall of Cybertron", as major video game news sites (such as Destructoid) are starting to recieve press kits billed as a "Survival Kit". Inside the steel box is a can of a mysterious energy drink known only as "Soundwave Energon Energy Drink", an "Energon Bar" (that asks if you are Hungry Like Grimlock), and an art book titled "Inside The Apocalypse" which features art of many things including the various weaponry of the game, advertising for the vastly improved multiplayer character creation, and a Transformers Timeline which covers the events leading up to the upcoming game.

Original Source: Transformers: Fall of Cybertron Survival Kit - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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As the nights grow colder and the frost on my car windowscreen becomes more stubborn every day, I turn to thoughts of Transformers to warm me up. Well, not really, but if it was, the news of our Robots in Disguise tribute site, RIDForever.info, being relaunched with loads of new content would certainly ignite flames of burning justice in my heart! If that's not enough, then how about I think of the spring beyond the winter, and the promise of the second season of Transformers Prime - coming in February! Of course, that's not to say there's not been some cool stuff this past week - check it all out below.

And for our friends who follow G.I. Joe, check out the trailer to the sequel to the live action movie, G.I. Joe Retaliation!


RIDForever.info Relaunched - Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of Robots In Disguise!


Transformers Prime News
Transformers Prime Season 2 Begins February 2012
Takara-Tomy Transformers Prime Show Page Online
Transformers Prime Comes to Japan April 2012
Takara Prime Arcee and Cliffjumper Official Images
Transformers Prime Josh Keaton Q&A


Transformers Movie Series News
Dark Of The Moon Nominated For Screen Actors Guild Award
Transformers Movie Trilogy Three Pack Officially Released Today
Dark of the Moon Ultimate Optimus Prime Year of the Dragon Edition Released
Takara DA-31 Autobot Que and DA-13 Soundwave Released in Japan
Dark of the Moon Soundwave, Wheeljack and Alternity Bumblebee in Package
Dark of the Moon Wheeljack Bio
Dark of the Moon Dark Jetwing Optimus Prime New Images
Kero Kero Ace Exclusive Starscream New Image


Transformers Video Game News
High Moon Studios Fall of Cybertron Interview
Transformers Fall of Cybertron Making of Cinematic Trailer
XBox Live Dark of The Moon Avatar Items


Transformers Comic News
IDW March 2012 Transformers Solicitations
IDW Expands Comixology Partnership & Goes Same-Day Digital


Transformers Rescue Bots News
Transformers Rescue Bots Coloring Pages and Promo Still
Transformers: Rescue Bots Bumblebee Rescue Garage Video Review


Other Transformers News
Kre-O Transformers - A Gift For Megatron
Kreon Optimus Prime with Matrix at Retail
Generation 1 Rodimus Prime and Sideswipe Reissues to be Re-Released


Transformers Convention News
Dairycon 2012 Exclusive Neoknight G B Blackrock
Roll Out Roll Call Announces Simon Furman, Andrew Wildman and John-Paul Bove
Jean-Paul Bove to Attend Auto Assembly 2012
Stephen Baskerville to Attend Auto Assembly 2012


Third Party News
Mastermind Creations Cyclops New Robot Mode Images
Mastermind Creations Terminus Hexatron 360 View
TFC Toys Dr. Crank Pictorial Review
TFC Toys Hercules Robot mode pics and Visor update!
New Images of Maketoys Hover and Bomber


TFW Generations Sky Shadow Gallery
TFW Transformers Prime Bulkhead Gallery

WTF @ TFW Podcast Episode 177

Diamond Comics Shipping List For December 21, 2011

Original Source: Transformers News Roundup 12/12/11 - 12/18/11 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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A quick update regarding the Stepper exclusive from Million Publishing's Generation 2011 campaign, as the company has announced through their website that the upcoming exclusive will be shipping starting December 26th.

The toy is a redeco of the Reveal The Shield Jazz mold, based on the Generation 1 character who is also sometimes known as Ricochet. The toy also comes with a repaint of the Targetmaster from Universe Cyclonus, redecoed as "Nebulon".

Original Source: Million Publishing Stepper Release Date - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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TFW2005 Boards member Soundwavedotm has provided us with photos of the upcoming stateside release of the Deluxe Optimus Prime with Trailer set. This set is a North American release of the Transformers Chronicles Movie Optimus Prime, with slight deco changes (namely paint applications along the arms and the waist) to the Deluxe itself. As announced and confirmed at New York Comic Con, this toy will be released sometime in 2012 in the upcoming Movie Trilogy subline.

Original Source: Photos of Upcoming Movie Trilogy Optimus Prime with Trailer - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Time for an update on the increasingly popular TFC Toys Hercules Figure. TFC Toys updated their Facebook page with new images of all six Hercules figures fully combined and posed ready for battle. Additionally, a closer look at the recently revealed visor accessory has appeared thanks to the weibo page of mansonslaw. This accessory provides you with an optional look for Hercules' head. TFC Toys hasn't revealed which upcoming Hercules figure the visor will come with.

Check out the images after the break and then head over to our Hercules Mega Thread to discuss

Original Source: New Combined Images of Hercules and Visor Accessory - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to gamer website Kotaku.com we have some new images pertaining to the upcoming video game Transformers: Fall Of Cybertron. Several of these images appear to be surfacing from the promotional Survival Guide Kit we reported on earlier. Among these photos we get looks at; Bruticus, The Combaticons, Optimus Prime, Megatron, Shockwave, Jazz, The Dinobots and several of the games environments including the Metroplex Arena and Shockwave's base!

Click above to check out the pictures and then discuss on the 2005 Boards!

Original Source: New Pics of Transformers: Fall of Cybertron Bruticus, Combaticons and more - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Aaron and Omegus Prime are totally cool with the fact that Vangelus has bought Prime toys, and don't mind the number of Transformers he got this week. The floor is open!

You can download and comment on it here: WTF @ TFW - Episode 178

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 178 Now Online - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Board member Catz has provided us with a list of new Japanese Transformers Prime figures. Among this list are some familiar names, presumably from Japan's version of the Prime Robots In Disguise line. But, there are some new names below. Most noticeably; Deluxe Skywarp, Deluxe Ratchet and a redeco of Deluxe Megatron. No pictures yet, but we'll keep you posted. Keep checking TFW2005!

• AM-01 Optimus Prime ¥4,000 (Voyager)
• AM-02 Bamblebee ¥2,800 (Deluxe)
• AM-03 Cliff Jumper ¥2,800 (Deluxe)
• AM-04 Ratcher ¥2,800 (Deluxe)
• AM-05 Megatron redco ver ¥2,800 (Deluxe)
• AM-06 Skywarp ¥2,800 (Deluxe)
• EZ-01 Optimus Prime ¥1,000 (Cyberverse Commander)
• EZ-02 Megatron ¥1,000 (Cyberverse Commander)
• EZ-03 StarScream ¥1,000 (Cyberverse Commander)
• EZ-04 BumbleBee ¥500 (Cyberverse)
• EZ-05 Cliff Jumper ¥500 (Cyberverse)
• EZ-06 Legion Ratchet ¥500 (Cyberverse)
• EZ-07 Vehicon ¥500 (Cyberverse)

Click the title bar to discuss!

Original Source: New Takaratomy Transformers Prime Figure Solicitations - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Courtesy of the Singapore Transformers Fan page, Planet Iacon, on Facebook we have a new image of the Asia Exlcusive Year of The Dragon Ultimate Optimus in robot mode. This figure's deco sports a golden chinese dragon along the trailer of Ultimate Optimus and the release will coincide with Chinese New Year. This image gives us more detail on what this beast of a transformer will look in battle mode as well as how the colors work in robot mode.

Will you be importing this? Click the title bar to check out the pic and then head over to the 2005 Boards to discuss!

Original Source: Year Of The Dragon Ultimate Optimus Prime Robot Mode Image - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Previewsworld has updated with a preview of IDW's Transformers: The Death of Optimus Prime! This special issue, the 125th Transformers comic published by IDW since they took over the license, is written by the new creative team of James Roberts and John Barber, with art by Nick Roche - the creative team who will be looking after our favorite Robots in Disguise in their two new ongoing books launching in January. It all starts here!

Be warned, this preview features spoilers right from the very first page, including the reveal of just what happened to Optimus Prime after the cataclysmic final battle in Transformers #30!

Original Source: Transformers The Death of Optimus Prime Comic Preview - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Superquad7 @ TFW2005.com

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iGear has recently updated their Facebook page with updated photos of their highly-anticipated (yet reasonably-affordable) W-01 Weapon Upgrade Kit! One such photo illustrates two possible robots these weapons will work well with carrying the weapons locker that is included with the set.

You can check out the images mirrored here after the jump!

Original Source: iGear W-01 Weapon Upgrade Kit - New Photos! - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We've received a news tip of an item that might interest all of you who're collecting the unofficial Masterpiece Seekers by iGear - iGear have partnered with Dublin, CA comic store Comic Ink to release a special, limited edition recolor of iGear's Jet unofficial Masterpiece Ramjet - modelled after Generation 2 Ramjet. That toy's been getting a lot of welcome appreciation this year with the TFCC exclusive version as well! The reveal came in Comic Ink's weekly email update, which also revealed that the piece will come with special parts by Automaster and Shapeways to better resemble the Generation 2 Ramjet missile launchers. It'll be available in store as well as online.

Full pictures are said to be on the way, on or around about the 10th of January next year.

Original Source: iGear Generation 2 Colors Ramjet Unofficial Masterpiece Version - Comic Ink Exclusive - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Some more images of the final two Hercules team members have been posted on Facebook by Robot Kingdom. These new images show off Neckbreaker and Mad Blender in all their glory, and confirm that Neckbreaker does in fact have a black shovel. There's also a shot of Mad Blender in robot mode equipped with all eight of the weapon emplacemenets formed by his mixing barrel's transformation. Oddly, these images show Mad Blender with a purple mixing barrel.

That being said, an additional image has been posted by TFC的C on Weibo. This image shows all six of the Hercules team in a lightbox, with the caption "Mission Complete". This new image shows a finalised version of Mad Blender, and here, he's got the green barrel. Odds are, the final barrel will be a toy accurate green.

Original Source: TFC Toys Neckbreaker & Mad Blender New Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Universal Studios have released a new trailer to promote Transformers the Ride, opening next May at Universal Studios Hollywood. It's an awesome trailer heavy on the wow factor, although there's not a lot of new footage. Even so, it'll get you fired up for checking out the ride! Check out the trailer embedded below:

Original Source: Transformers the Ride 3D Official Universal Studios Trailer - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Transformers Generation 1 Bumblebee voice actor (as well as the voice of the Amazing Spider-Man of my childhood) Dan Gilvezan has released a great little autobiography about his time working on the original Transformers cartoon. You might remember us covering it a little while back. It's full of stories, reminiscences, anecdotes and some of the secrets behind the crafting of the voice of the character we so strongly associate with the original Bumblebee.

The good news is for those of you who want to check out the book "on the go", it's now available in audiobook format. It's a full unabridged copy, is read by Dan himself, and costs just $3.47. Head on over to audible.com to check it out.

Original Source: "Bumblebee and me: My Life as a G1 Transformer" By Dan Gilvezan Audio Book - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Online retailer Robot Kingdom has posted some in-hand images of the upcoming Transformers Prime Deluxe Vehicon Trooper on their Facebook page. The Vehicon is a toy that's destined to be an army builder to many - after all, they were included on the show to give the Decepticons a numbers advantage without having loads and loads of named characters! The toy is looking pretty fab in both modes, but don't take my word for it - check out the images for yourself!

TFW fun fact: The Transformers Prime Vehicon toy is the last toy to be designed by the greatly respected Hasbro design team member Eric Siebenaler. It's a far cry from his first Transformers work, Armada Laserbeak. Those are the bookends if you want to own the first and the last.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Vehicon In Hand Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We've got a new Transformers toy gallery to share with you now! This time out, we're taking a look at one of the items that's been released in Japan but has never been released elsewhere in the world. The subject of tonight's gallery update is Dark of the Moon Striker Optimus Prime, a remold of the Revenge of the Fallen Leader Class Optimus Prime with new MechTech weapons that combine into a larger MechTech rifle and a shield. The toy also features the Dark of the Moon accurate abs from the Jetwing Optimus Prime release.

Of course, as far as Leader Class Optimus Prime toys go, the bar was set very high in Revenge of the Fallen with another Japan exclusive piece, Buster Optimus Prime. When discussing this gallery with 2005 Photo Staff member SydneyY - give him mad props for the excellent pics everyone! - he explained it to me thus:

After looking at Striker Optimus Prime, Buster Optimus looks very gaudy. I personally prefer the subdued grey and blue of Striker. (comparison shots at the end of the gallery) Overall he looks very realistic - he may not have the screen accurate shine like Buster, but to me, he has more character.

Click on the link below and check out the gallery to judge for yourself! For a comparison, click here to view our Revenge of the Fallen Buster Optimus Prime gallery.

TFW Dark of the Moon Striker Optimus Prime Gallery

Original Source: TFW Dark of the Moon Striker Optimus Prime Gallery - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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"Time is running out to save the planet. If you're a fan of the 2012 Camaro Transformers Special Edition and planned to have one of your own, you must place your order by December 27th. What is your favorite feature on the Transformers Edition?"

So says Chevrolet announcing to fans that there is only few more days left to order the 2012 Chevy Camaro Transformers Special Edition.

"In conjunction with the release of the film, Chevrolet announces the 2012 Camaro Transformers Special Edition, which will be available in North America and several other markets around the world, including China, Japan, and parts of Europe, South America and the Middle East.

Offered on the top two trim levels — 2LT and 2SS — with the RS Appearance Package, the 2012 Transformers edition only improves upon the already immensely popular 2010 Transformers Special Edition. The 2012 Transformers look starts with a stripe design consistent with the actual Transformers: Dark of the Moon Bumblebee model: Rally Yellow exterior paint with exclusive carbon-fiber weave rally stripes that travel on each side of the hood bulge, upper horizontal front fascia surface, roof, decklid and spoiler. The Autobot® shield is incorporated throughout the design, including on the center caps of the 20″ black-painted wheels2 and embroidered into the headrests."

You can take a look at all the features by downloading a pdf by Chevrolet.

And finally, Chevy had this to say… “If the Transformers edition Camaro looks this good in HD, think about how tough it would look in your driveway.”

Original Source: Last Chance To Order 2012 Chevy Camaro Transformers Special Edition - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Holiday Greetings from Hasbro with our lovable Kreons!


...And "The Hub Carolers" are back!!!

Original Source: Holiday Greetings From Hasbro And The Hub - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to Nelson over at Shootfortheedtit.com we now have a price for the upcoming Transformers Trilogy Ultimate Collection Signature Edition DVD/ Blu-Ray Set. The administrator over at Michael Bay's official forums states that the set will sell for $100.00 and it will be sold as a single SKU number.

The Blu-Ray Trilogy Signature set will be available on January 31st. Click the title bar to join the 2005 Boards and discuss!

Original Source: Transformers Trilogy Blu-Ray Signature Edition Price Revealed - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Robotkindgom has uploaded some new images to their Facebook page showing off the differences between Hasbro's "First Edition" Transformers Prime figures and Takara's Prime figures. You can get a nice look at the coloring differences for the following figures:

• Bumblebee
• Starscream
• Optimus Prime (Voyager)
• Megatron (Deluxe)
• Cliffjumper
• Bulkhead

Will you be importing any of the Takara Transformers Prime figures based on their color schemes? Sound off on the 2005 Boards!

Original Source: Transformers Prime Vs Takara Color Comparisons - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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The Official Transformers Collectors Club has updated their website with some exciting news. Generation One story editor and writer, Flint Dille, will write the first 2012 Collectors Club comic. On top of that, the issue will tie into the 1986 Transformers Animated movie. The comic will be featured in issue 43 of The Transformers Collectors Club magazine and will feature art by Dan Khanna.

Click on the title bar to discuss the possibilities on where this story could be placed within the original Transformers movie!

Original Source: Flint Dille Will Write Collectors Club Comic Issue That Will Tie into '86 Movie - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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ACToys has posted an extensive gallery of the new Asia Exclusive Year of The Dragon Ultimate Optimus Prime toy. Among these images we get an excellent look at the figure in all of his modes.

We've mirrored a few of the images here, click the title bar to take a look and then head over to the boards to discuss!

Original Source: In Hand Images of Year Of The Dragon Ultimate Optimus Prime - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The Hub's started airing a new holiday themed commercial. This one features the likes of Bulkhead and Megatron singing Jingle Bells. It's another brilliantly put together short from The Hub - and it features footage from one of this writer's all-time favorite Christmas themed cartoons! Check it out below:

Original Source: The Hub Sings Jingle Bells - Transformer World 2005