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Originally posted by: Superquad7 @ TFW2005.com

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Our very own Protoman provides us with yet another look of some upcoming BTSToys products. This time, we have a preview of the future BTSToys redeco of the BTS-05 Tremor & Frequency set. This set is named "Yin & Yang", and are apparently part of a sub-group dubbed "Workaholics", which could allude to another sub-group of construction robots due to the similar color schemes.

These figures are exclusive to our site sponsor, TFSource.com, and are available for preorder. Check out Protoman's review below!

Original Source: BTS-05 China Workaholics Exclusive Yin & Yang - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Boards member Darkprime has uploaded the next episode preview from yesterday's Transformers Prime episode to Youtube. Next week's episode is titled Triage, and can be summed up as Wheeljack & Ratchet VS Soundwave. Soundwave's one of the toughest Decepticons in the series, but can he handle one of the Autobot's elite Wreckers unit? Check out the preview below!

Original Source: Transformers Prime Episode 40 Triage Preview - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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When it was unveiled at Botcon 2012, Hasbro's release of Masterpiece Convoy Version 2 as Masterpiece Optimus Prime created a lot of excitement among fans. This awesome new rendition of Optimus Prime in the Masterpiece series would be available in the US as a Toys R Us Exclusive! And he'd have his trailer!

At the time, there was no news on release windows or pricing, but now we can relay some good news from Griffin of the Australian Transformers site Ozformers - Masterpiece Optimus Prime is coming to Australia in October 2012, with a price of AU$150. As Griffin rightly observes, this probably means a similar release timescale for the US - and factoring in the usual price inflation for Australia, it's probably coming with a pricetag of $100 for the US.

Stay tuned for more information as it becomes available to us.

Original Source: Hasbro Masterpiece Optimus Prime Version 2 Coming to Australia in October - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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We have recieved an update from site sponsor TFsource!

Greetings SourceFans!
Our new site has been live for a few weeks now, but we want to remind everyone of the newest features! For all charged orders you will accrue Source points, used towards freebies (free Transformers!). We’re also now offering free domestic shipping on all orders over $150, and reduced shipping on international orders over $150. So head on over to TFSource and check it out! This week we have new Hasbro Transformers Prime Deluxe Series 4 preorders, and new instock items from Japanese Transformers Arms Micron. We've also received our restock of both TFC Toys Hercules Exgraver and Heavy Labor, with the rest of the series due to ship soon! New Recruits, New Source Article, and more... in this week's SourceNews!

In this issue of SourceNews:
1. Now up for preorder - TFC Toys Custom figures - Iron Army!
2. Now up for preorder: Make Toys Green Giant!
3. Now up for preorder: MP-11S Masterpiece Sunstorm!
4. Now up for preorder: Hasbro Transformers Prime Deluxe - Series 04!
5. Perfect Effect Shadow Bat Convention Exclusive Now Instock!
6. Now instock: Japanese Transformers Arms Micron Store Exclusive Microns!
7. Now instock - TFC Toys Hercules Exgraver and Heavy Labor!
8. Crazy Devy Update!
9. Transformers United UN-22 G2 Optimus Prime Restocked!
10. NEW SOURCE ARTICLE!
11. TFsource New Recruits!
12. Now up for preoder: Transformers Generations 2012 Guidebook vol 1 and Million Publishing Exclusive - Artfire!
13. Beast Saga Figures now up for Preorder!
14. Newest Instock items at TFsource
15. Newest Preorder items at TFsource

Original Source: TFsource 5-14 SourceNews - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Good news, UK Transformers fans! Some new Transformers Prime goodies are now available in the UK ahead of their US retail debut. The Transformers Prime Cyberverse vehicle assortment - Wheeljack & the Starhammer and Knock Out with the Energon Driller - have been released at UK catalog store Argos. 2005 Boards member Ishino made the first purchase at the Norwich St Stephens Argos.

Hopefully it will not be long before these also appear at US retail - their advertised release date at Botcon was August 2012 but the Botcon case labels typically represent a saturation date after first release. Stay tuned for more release news!

Original Source: Transformers Prime Cyberverse Vehicles Released in the UK - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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TFcon is honored to welcome Transformers creator Bob Budianski to TFcon 2012. Mr. Budiansky is responsible for much of the writing of the original Marvel Transformers comic, and conceived the names of most of the original Transformers including Megatron. He also wrote the vast majority of the descriptive tech spec biographies printed on the Transformers toy packages that Hasbro produced in the 1980s, giving each character it’s own unique personality.

Mr. Budiansky will be taking part in a Q&A panel and autograph session with the attendees of the Canadian Transformers Collectors Convention.

Registration is now online for this summers largest Transformers Collectors Convention. You can register for TFcon 2012 now by clicking here and reserve the TFcon 2012 exclusive figure SHAFTER.

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

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

Original Source: Transformers Creator Bob Budiansky to attend TFcon 2012 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to Modxtoy we have a new scan from Hyper Hobby magazine featuring a look at upcoming Transformers Prime Arms Micron releases by TakaraTomy:

• Arms Micron Bulkhead
• Arms Micron Arcee

Also shown are the Cyberverse versions of Ironhide & Dreadwing. Click on the thumbnail to take a closer look at the scan.

Original Source: New Hyper Hobby Scan Featuring Upcoming TakaraTomy Prime Arms Micron - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Universal Studios have launched a new Transformers the Ride advert, to coincide with the official opening of the ride later this month. (The ride has already undergone a "soft opening" in late April so many lucky board members such as MTME have already had a chance to experience the ride!)

Check out the new advert below:

Original Source: Transformers the Ride May Launch Advert - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Aint It Cool News has posted an interview with the composer for Transformers Prime, Brian Tyler. Get an inside look into Tyler's methods, approach, and overall feeling toward Transformers Prime by watching the video embedded below.

Original Source: Interview With Transformers Prime Composer Brian Tyler - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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A new knock off item has popped up and the good folks over at Hobbybase Japan have provided us with some comparison pictures. This time, it's a knock off version Dark of The Moon Human Alliance Leadfoot. If you're in the market for one of these, please note the following differences:

• Original has "Hub" label and laser label with code.
• The plastic window of the packing on the KO version is more "yellow" than the original.
• The sealed code at the bottom of the box has more space between the numbers on the KO version.

Click the title bar to check out the photos and then head over to the 2005 Boards to discuss how to make sure you secure or have secured an original.

Original Source: Buyer Beware: Knock Off Human Alliance Leadfoot - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Tempting Toys and Collectibles dropped us a line and let us know about the following product updates. Check them out below!

Tempting Toys Sponsor Update:

TFCC Over-Run & Runamuck exclusives - $199.99 + s/h
Botcon 2012 Shattered Glass Junkion 3 pack - $169.99 + s/h
E-hobby Scraphead figure - $99.99 + s/h
Henkei Dark Jetfire - $59.99 + s/h
E-hobby Darkside Optimus Prime figure - $39.99 + s/h
E-hobby Translucent green Hot Rod figure - $44.99 + s/h
E-hobby Darkside Megatron figure - $39.99 + s/h
E-hobby black Encore Irohide figure - $39.99 + s/h
Million Publishing green Encore Ratchet figure - $49.99 + s/h
Alternity Bumble figure - $34.99 + s/h
Binaltech Arcee (damaged box) - $44.99 + s/h
Disney Lable Buzz Lightyear - $39.99 + s/h

Original Source: Tempting Collectibles Update - 5/15/2012 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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For one last triple-digit time with a one in front, Vangelus is joined by GogDog and Seth Buzzard for some RC-enhanced Transformers talk that is fueled by hard work and courage.

You can download and comment on it here: WTF @ TFW - Episode 199

Then, dive into a Primetime double feature for Flying Mind and Tunnel Vision!

WTF Primetime - 32 - Flunnel Mision

Finally, sit back and think about steak.

WTF @ TFW - Supplemental 36 - STEAK!

And did you check out our 7-episode podcast run from this year's Botcon?

WTF @ TFW @ Botcon 2012 Roundup

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 199 Now online - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: process @ TFW2005.com

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While details are few, a group called Unknown Factory Originals, or UFOTOYS, has been posting photos of an axe and shield that resemble the weapons used by Optimus Prime in the Transformers: Dark of the Moon. These weapons are shown with Revenge of the Fallen Leader Class Optimus Prime. ETA is unknown.

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

Original Source: UFOTOYS: Axe and Shield for RotF Leader Optimus Prime - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Board member MAIDEN JAPAN has updated his thread with a new product he is offering. The Inferno Head Guard Add-on Kit is available for preorder and will add the head guard and wings to your Universe Inferno toy to achieve ultimate Generation 1 effectiveness. Fear not fans who have the Henkei Inferno, there is a set color matched to that figure as well. To top it all off, he is also offering a set for the upcoming Million Hero Publishing Exclusive Artfire! The set will also be able to be stored in vehicle mode and MAIDEN JAPAN has added that a rifle, hand nozzle and head guard kit for Reveal The Shield Grapple are in the works as well.

Please take note; these are hand made garage kits, and not of factory made plastic pieces.

Click the title thread to check out all of MAIDEN JAPAN's work including his highly popular Junkion upgrade kits!

Original Source: Maiden Japan Inferno Head Guard Add-on Kit - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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Redecos, Assemble!

While the spirit of Marvel Crossovers has apparently carried on into Top Spin and Twin Twist-style toys in The Avengers line-up, it appears the bigger toys aren't quite dead yet. Thanks to three eBay listings, we now know the line will be returning (at least momentarily) as the Transformers: Mech Machines subline for The Avengers toyline. It is unknown what the distribution, release date, or price for these new releases at this time.

Original Source: Transformers Marvel Crossovers to Return as Transformers: Mech Machines - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to 2005 Boards member D-Drive, we have received the Diamond Comics Shipping List for next Wednesday, May 23rd, 2012.

TRANSFORMERS MORE THAN MEETS EYE ONGOING #5 (also shipping 1 in 10 incentive cover)
(W) James Roberts (A) Alex Milne (CA) Alex Milne, Nick Roche
TERROR BEYOND THE STARS! The dark secret at the heart of Delphi is revealed as Ratchet's world starts to fall apart. Time is running out for the Autobot's Chief Medical Officer and his band of followers, who must confront an enemy that literally cannot be reckoned with. Warning: not everyone will make it out alive!

Ships with 2 covers in a 1-to-1 ratio, 1 by Alex Milne and 1 by Nick Roche.

Original Source: Diamond Comics Shipping List For May 23rd, 2012 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Back in the “pre-Dark of the Moon days” Transformers fans with good eyes spotted something above the skies of Chicago on a TV Spot. Many speculated it being the Planet Cybertron. Sure enough, at the Power Of The Primes campaign by Wal*mart a new image confirmed the theory.

Artist Ken Christiansen revealed today via his blog the entire image of Transformers 3 Cybertron used by Hasbro for promotional purposes.

"Not totally accurate with how it appeared in the film - but it was for Hasbro's toy marketing, and I think it works as a pretty cool toy version of movie Cybertron."

“This is how it appeared in stores, (I only ever saw it in Walmarts) cropped with about only 1/3 of the full image showing. Below is the full version.”

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Hasbro Marketing Art - Cybertron - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Joe Moore @ TFW2005.com

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For our Featured Ebay Auctions we are sharing some nice auctions for various Transformers G2 Toys. Check them out below:

• TRANSFORMERS G2 EASTER CANDLE ULTRA RARE NOVELTY HASBRO | eBay
• Transformers G2 Complete Devastator Constructicons 6 Action Figures Toys | eBay
• Transformers Megatron Generation 2 New RARE Tank Robot | eBay
• TRANSFORMERS 1993 G2 Aerialbots LOT OF 4 Skydive Air Raid Fireflight Slingshot | eBay
• TRANSFORMERS SKYRAIDERS RAMJET MOSC HASBRO 1993 | eBay
• 11 Transformers G2 TRF Sky Jack Laser Rods Cyberjets Megatron Electro Volt Jolt | eBay
• Transformers G2 Optimus Prime MISB Never Opened Original Mint Hero Factory Seal 038976801475 | eBay
• TRANSFORMERS G2 DINOBOT BLUE GRIMLOCK GEN II RARE MOSC GENERATION 2 EXAMPLE | eBay
• TRANSFORMERS 1993 G2 ARCHFORCE MOC MINT NEW | eBay

Original Source: Featured Ebay Auctions - G2 Transformers - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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The Transformers Facebook page has updated with an interview with Transformers artist Casey Coller. In the interview he discusses his favorite contributions to Transformers, other franchises he'd like to take a stab at and how he got started drawing our favorite robots in disguise. Also in the interview is a picture from one of the interior pages of Robots In Disguise #5 that he's currently worked on. It's an image of the character Casey helped design: Turmoil!

Check out the image and the full interview by clicking the title bar.

Original Source: Interview with Casey Coller - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Comics Continuum has updated with a new promotional image for this weeks upcoming episode of Transformers Prime Season 2. The episode is entitled "Triage" and will continue the Autobots and Decepticons race to gather the cybertronian relics. On the case this week is an old Generation 1 partnership rekindled as Ratchet and Wheeljack take on Soundwave for the next relic. Tune in this Saturday on the Hub to watch "Triage".

For now, click the title bar to check out the image and get yourself pumped up for the new episode.

Original Source: Transformers Prime "Triage" Promo Image - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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TFC Toys has updated their Facebook page with a new teaser image for their upcoming unofficial custom Superion figure. The first teaser shown in silhouette was shown at Botcon and now we have another teaser image in the form of what appears to be Not-Slingshot in a blurry haze. TFC Toys has also named the project: Project Uranus.

Yes. Project Uranus.

Click on the title bar to check out the new blurred teaser image and then head over to the 2005 Boards' 3rd Party forum to discuss!

Original Source: TFC Toys Unofficial Aerialbots - Project Uranus - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Geek To Me had the opportunity to interview actor Ernie Hudson. Mister Hudson is famous for various roles in Ghostbusters, Congo, and The Crow. But, Transformers fans know him more recently as Agent Fowler in Transformers Prime. Below is an exerpt from the article detailing what they spoke to Ernie about.

With Transformers Prime approaching it's mid-season hiatus, Hudson took time to answer some questions for Geek To Me. In our e-mail interview, Hudson talks about the difference between acting for films and animation; what his dream role would be; what he knows about a potential Ghostbusters sequel; and what kind of autobot he would create for himself.

Click the title bar to read the full interview!

Original Source: Interview With Ernie Hudson - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Site sponsor Robot Kingdom have updated their Facebook page with in package photos of the next wave of EZ Collection figures. Shown are EZ-11 Ironhide and EZ-12 Dreadwing.

Check out the in package photos after the break!

Original Source: Takara Transformers Prime EZ-11 & EZ-12 In Package Photos - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

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For Cyberverse fans, the biggest figure/playset yet has been released in Singapore, Optimus Maximus! This large transforming battle station was found by 2005 boards member quegon at Toys R Us. While he didn't buy it, he did snap some pics, which you can see after the jump!

Original Source: Optimus Maximus Released In Singapore - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to HK-TF, we have new in hand images of the next Bot Shots 3-Pack. This wave 2 3-pack will feature Ironhide, Shockwave and Brawl. In these photos we see robot and vehicle mode for each figure as well as some comparison photos with Sentinel Prime and Ratchet.

check out the images after the break!

Original Source: Bot Shots Ironhide, Shockwave & Brawl In Hand Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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MTV.com has uploaded a new clip of this weekend's all-new episode of Transformers Prime - Triage. In Triage it's on to the third leg of the race for the Iacon relics, with the uneasy team of Ratchet and Wheeljack having to square off with Soundwave. Two of the most badass characters in the whole series face off in an epic confrontation - which sums up the clip below nicely! Check it out - then tune into The Hub this weekend for the whole story!

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Original Source: Transformers Prime Triage Exclusive Clip - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Hasbro have updated their Transformers Bot Shots site with new official images of their upcoming Bot Shots release. The second wave of three packs are shown, which feature a set of Powerglide, Jetfire and Skyquake, and a set of Decepticon Brawl, Shockwave and Ironhide. The second launcher assortment, which consists solely of an Ironhide launcher set is also shown. Check out all the new images by opening the links above.

Original Source: Transformers Bot Shots Three Packs & Launcher Wave 2 Official Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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The Hub has updated their Facebook page with the first look at the upcoming villain from Transformers Rescue Bots. Tim Curry will be providing this voice for Dr. Morocco and he will be featured in the two part story line starting this Saturday on the Hub.

Take a look at the image by clicking the title bar and head over to the 2005 Boards to discuss.

Original Source: First Look at Dr. Morocco from Rescue Bots - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Site sponsor Robot Kingdom sent over an update, check out some quick points below, and read on for the full update (there is a lot more inside).

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Original Source: Robot Kindom Newsletter #1189 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Bad Flip Productions Blog is revealing another Transformers image. This time it’s Prima. The image is from the famous Transformers publication Transformers Vault.

This image of Prima, as the rumor has it, is part of the Aligned Continuity linking Transformers: Prime, Exodus series, War For Cybertron game series and other related Transformers media.

According to Mr. Christiansen, he had drawn 11 of the 13 Primes on behalf of Hasbro.

“This was a fun job! I got to do final concept images for 11 of the 13 Primes, for Hasbro, Inc., creating updated source images...

…Again, working with Eric Siebenaler, I began a bunch of pencil sketches, but one clearly stood out, and it's basically a rough pencil version of what's above. I themed him in a loose Samurai style, and reversed engineered details from Optimus Prime, to make that visual connection, as a descendant in the Prime Line. He was nicknamed the Warrior of Light, so we went with a really ornate style, with the piped lighting over a quasi-mother of pearl armor. The similar cues from Optimus only number a few, but are pretty overt - the facemask, helmet spikes, split chest 'windows', and I managed to put a G1 cue in there, the two bands over a triangle on the forearm. The sword was a joint design effort, Eric had sketched out the two-bladed idea, with the Matrix in the hilt, so I basically redesigned it to fit the look of the character/armor.”

Mr. Christiansen didn’t forget to comment regarding the Hasbro Watermark…

“*Sorry about the watermarks folks, it's the rules of the game for me to get this stuff on my site.”

You can visit his blog to checkout some amazing creativity from Ken Christiansen.

Original Source: Art From The Bad Flip Blog - Prima, Of The 13 Primes - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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In case you had not heard the good news, there is a two episode double bill of Transformers Rescue Bots on The Hub tomorrow! The culmination of the first 13 episodes of the series brings us the two-part story arc "The Other Doctor" and "The Reign of Morocco" - and the introduction of Doctor Morocco, voiced by Tim Curry, as a potential human adversary for the Rescue Bots team to face!

It all kicks off tomorrow at 9:30am ET | 6:30am PT on The Hub - and if you want to check out a preview of this two-part special then we can do that for you - check out a preview below shared with the fandom by the good people at Comics Continuum!




That would be whom to thank, Mr. Mayor, and the answer would be me, Doctor Morocco.

Original Source: Transformers Rescue Bots The Other Doctor & The Reign of Morocco Preview Clip - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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The official Transformers Facebook page has been updated with a new image from tomorrow's brand new exciting episode of Transformers Prime! Entitled "Triage", Wheeljack and Ratchet have teamed up to locate the next Cybertronian relic. But, Soundwave is hot on their case. Triage airs tomorrow on the Hub!

Check out the image after the break!

Original Source: Transformers Prime Triage Promo Image - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Transformers Prime Cyberverse vehicle sets are hitting stores up and down the UK - and by a stroke of luck I've been able to score both of them. Here for you now is the Energon Driller with Knock Out - a great little set which is a lot of fun to play about with, mostly because of the big drill which spins around as you push it along the floor. The emphasis with this set is most definitely on simplicity and fun, not that this is a bad thing though, it's a very playable set reminiscent of the old Action Master Transformers and MASK vehicles of my childhood.

I've also taken a whole bunch of pics of the set including an attempt at demonstrating the light-up "Energy glow" feature on the set. Check them out by opening the link below:

Transformers Prime Cyberverse Energon Driller with Knock Out Gallery


Read on for more thoughts on the set and check back later over the weekend for when we review the Autobot set, the Starhammer with Wheeljack.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Cyberverse Knock Out & Energon Driller Review & Gallery - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Courtesy of Midtown comics, we have the IDW Solicitations for August. Dinobot Month will roar into action late this summer as the Dinobots will take center stage in the pages of More Than Meets the Eye, Robots In Disguise and Regeneration One. Also shown in these solicitations is the cover of the 1st More Than Meets The Eye Anual. The cover of this book was shown as a teaser at the end of the IDW panel at Botcon.

Here's the solicitations, beware spoilers!

More Than Meets The Eye #8
(W) James Roberts (A) Alex Milne (CA) Alex Milne, Nick Roche
DINOBOT MONTH! Three years ago, Grimlock disappeared from his prison cell on Garrus 9. Where did he go? What happened to him? One thing's for certain: the leader of the Dinobots is back-and he's itching to settle some scores!

Robots In Disguise #8
(W) John Barber (A) Andrew Griffith (CA) Casey Coller, Andrew Griffith
DINOBOT MONTH! Guess who's back on Cybertron? SLAG, SLUDGE, SNARL, and SWOOP-and they're as mad as ever! IRONHIDE leads them deep into the Cybertronian wilderness searching for lost AUTOBOTS... but what they find might be the greatest danger of all!

More Than Meets The Eye Annual #1
(W) James Roberts (A) Jimbo Salgado, Guido Guidi (CA) Tim Seeley, Alex Milne
THE ORIGIN OF THE KNIGHTS OF CYBERTRON! Rodimus and the crew of the Lost Light finally reach Crystal City, home to the mysterious Circle of Light. But what they find waiting for them is going to change everything-and not necessarily for the better!

Regeneration One #82
(W) Simon Furman (A) Andrew Wildman (CA) Andrew Wildman, Guido Guidi
DINOBOT MONTH! And ex-Dinobot commander GRIMLOCK wishes it wasn't! His quest for a means to restore his ability to change modes takes him to Nebulos-a world off-limits to TRANSFORMERS, where a welcome that's more incendiary than warm awaits him. Plus, KUP and THE WRECKERS find themselves stranded, hunted and in a whole world of pain. Quite literally!

G.I.Joe Vs. Transformers Volume 1
(W) Michael Higgins, Larry Hama (A) Herb Trimpe & Various (CA) Klaus Scherwinski
The worlds of G.I. JOE and TRANSFORMERS combine in this first volume reprinting the classic crossovers. Contains the 4-issue G.I. JOE and the TRANSFORMERS limited series plus issues #139-142 of A REAL AMERICAN HERO. MEGATRON and COBRA versus the JOEs and the AUTOBOTS, who will come out on top?

You can check out the covers to all of these issues by clicking the title bar

Original Source: IDW Solicitations for August - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Boards member Wallas has acquired something very cool via Hasbro's Polish division - an extreme advance release of the upcoming Weaponizer Optimus Prime. This is the one set for release in August this year according to the Hasbro display at Botcon, with a $29.99 pricepoint - check out the video review embedded below to see if it's going to be worth those hard-earned dollars!

Original Source: Transformers Prime Weaponizer Optimus Prime Review - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Chinese BBS site 78dm.net has shared a small gallery of the combined mode of the Maketoys Giant. The poseability of the combined mode is demonstrated here along with a few size comparisons with the Fansproject Colossus (Bruticus), giving a decent indication of how tall this guy stands.

Check out the images by clicking the link above, or alternatively we have mirrored them here for you.

Original Source: Maketoys Giant Combined Mode Gallery - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Facebook group Planet Iacon reports that this year's Tokyo Toy Show exclusive is going to be a translucent version of Transformers Prime Optimus Prime. Carrying on the proud Takara-Tomy tradition of offering clear versions of Optimus Prime toys as exclusives, this one uses the First Edition version of the mold and looks very sharp. There's no word on pricing yet, but expect it to command a premium price even from the outset.

But that's not all! Hold on to your hats because Henkei Convoy Black Version is finally getting a release! Planet Iacon is the source once again, again no details on the pricing, other than that after fans were left at the altar back when this one was originally planned, it is finally getting released.

Original Source: Tokyo Toy Show 2012 Exclusive Transformers Prime Clear Optimus Prime & Black Henkei Convoy - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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A listing has popped up on Amazon UK for an artbook for Transformers Fall of Cybertron. Fans have been clamoring for more Transformers artbooks for a long time now - it looks like with this Fall of Cybertron book and the upcoming book of Generation 1 box art, IDW Publishing is set to meet this demand head on!

The Amazon listing gives a price of £29.99 and a release date of 2 October 2012. There are some reports this might be a UK only item but this is unconfirmed at this time.

Original Source: Transformers The Art of the Fall of Cybertron Book - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We've got a preview now courtesy of that very nice guy Darkprime for next week's all-new episode of Transformers Prime. It's the hunt for the final relic, and it all comes down to Bulkhead VS an Insecticon - but not just any Insecticon, this one's a named character, and the name is Hardshell - or as fans of the original might know him as, Bombshell! A named Insecticon? Better watch out Bulkhead! Check out the preview below:

Original Source: Transformers Prime Toxicity Preview - 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!

Greetings SourceFans!
This week we have New Instock and Preorder Items from Hasbro Transformers Prime and Generations 2012. Voyager Wave 2, is now instock, and both Deluxe Series 4 and Generations 2012 are now up for Preorder. We've also restocked the popular iGear Spray and W-01 Weapons Upgrade Kit. This is likely the final stock of these pieces so be sure to pick them up now before they're gone! We also restocked many popular vintage figures, including lots of great Classics, Universe and other figures! Check them out http://tfsource.com/vintage-transformers/?&per_page=120]here as we add more new recruits this week! Several different collectors talk about their lucky draw Transformers finds in our latest Source Article! If you just want to check out the Lucky Draw figures we have for sale, you can check them out here! All this and more, in this weeks SourceNews!

In this issue of SourceNews:
1. Hasbro Transformers Prime and Generations - New Instock and Preorders!
2. Now up for preorder - TFC Toys Custom figures - Iron Army!
3. Now up for preorder: Make Toys Green Giant!
4. TFsource Restock - iGear Spray and W-01 Weapons Upgrade Kit!
5. TFC Toys Hercules Update!
6. TFsource New Recruits!
7. Now instock - BTS-05 China Workaholics Exclusive Yin & Yang Set!
8. Custom Movie Leader Class Optimus Prime Hooks - Now up for preorder!
9. Now up for preorder: MP-11S Masterpiece Sunstorm!
10. Perfect Effect Shadow Bat Convention Exclusive Now Instock!
11. Now instock: Japanese Transformers Arms Micron Store Exclusive Microns!
12. NEW SOURCE ARTICLE!
13. Now up for preoder: Transformers Generations 2012 Guidebook vol 1 and Million Publishing Exclusive - Artfire!
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 21 May 2012 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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TFcon is pleased to reveal the first images of the TFcon 2012 exclusive SHAFTER figure. Limited to only 500 pieces it is produced by iGear Toys. You can reserve your figure and register for TFcon 2012 via the online registration page.

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

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

Original Source: TFcon 2012 Exclusive Shafter First Images Revealed - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: process @ TFW2005.com

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Gaming website IGN has a 9 page sneak peak for the next comic in IDW's Transformers: More Than Meets The Eye ongoing series. If these first pages are any indication, this issue will be guaranteed to please. Mystery, betrayal, and a pissed off Fort Max can be found after the jump.

Original Source: IDW Transformers: More Than Meets The Eye #5 Preview - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: process @ TFW2005.com

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Well this is an unexpected surprise for a Monday night. Via the Facebook, the official Transformers community page has revealed Insecticon Hardshell from the upcoming Transformers: Fall of Cybertron game. Though we can only surmise why he is named this way, there is no mistaking the vented mask and back-mounted armature: he is clearly this universe's Bombshell.

Original Source: Transformers: Fall of Cybertron Hardshell - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Planet Iacon has updated their Facebook page with an image of the first set of Arms Micron capsule figures in color. These capsule sets feature Micron versions of Optimus and Bumblebee that turn into weapons. The other two molds available are two beast microns; a cobra that turns into a staff and a lizard/gecko that turns into an axe with saw blades. The Micron figures have a tentative release date for this month. Available in the first wave are:

• Bumblebee Sword
• Optimus Prime Blaster
• Gob
• Zod
• Gob (Purple version)
• Zod (Purple version)

Note, the new picture shows the purple versions of Gob and Zod to actually appear to be more pink. We'll keep you posted as more info on these Microns become available.

Original Source: Arms Micron Capsule Figures In Color Image - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Site sponsor Bigbadtoystore.com has added new preorders from DefendorWorx, makers of some very cool Transformers related automobile accessories. The new products available for preorder include Autobot and Decepticon bar stools (With or without backs) and a Transformers Pub Table. Perfect additions to anyone's Transformer man-cave.

Check out the images courtesy of BBTS after the jump and then head over to their site to lock in your preorders.

Original Source: DefendorWorx Transformers Bar Stools and Pub Table - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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3rd Party Group Xovergen has stepped up their game when it comes to 3rd party transforming toys. To be included with their upcoming Trailerforce-01 set (An updated Powermaster Prime trailer/armor) the group will be releasing their own version of Classics Optimus Prime to be more compatible with the trailer set. This new version of Prime will feature a new bumper, ball jointed feet and a new grill for attaching Xovergen's version of Hi-q/Ginrai.

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

Take a look at the images courtesy of Planet Iacon after the break. For more information regarding Trailerforce-01 click the link in the news article above or visit here.

Original Source: Xovergen Retooled Classics Optimus Figure For Trailerforce-01 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Board member Gaokaiser has shared with us some new catalog scans from courtesy of Japanese BBS. In the scans we have our first looks at AM-12 Breakdown in color with his Micron (a rhino that turns into one of his hammers!) AM-14 Vehicon with Micron, AM-07 Voyager Starscream with Micron and AM-13 Knockout with micron. Also among these pictures is a prototype of MP-12 Sideswipe with a size comparison to MP-10.

Last but certainly not least is a silhouette teaser of MP-13! Popular vote in the thread has been going to Soundwave. But others have speculated Sunstreaker and Shockwave.

What do you think? Check out the images after the break and join in on the speculation!

Original Source: Masterpiece 13 Teaser and Arms Micron Breakdown, Starscream, Vehicon and Knockout Pics - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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New images have surfaced of the last release for TFC Toys' monster combiner figure, Hercules. The Rage of Hercules set will come with forearms, shoulder extensions, a "rage" face and a new rifle. Shown in these new pics from the weibo page of jeffyzhong are Hercules with the Rage set, showing how the set makes the figure a more accurate representation to the character he is based on. Also from the weibo page of TFC Toys themselves are the Rage set, Iron Army and new prototype pictures of their take on Reflector.

Take a look at the images after the break!

Original Source: New Images of TFC Toys Rage of Hercules Set and Not-Reflector - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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By way of the Amazon store of site sponsor Past Generation Toys we have some official images of the Transformers Prime Cyberverse Commander Ultra Magnus to share. Magnus in this incarnation combines some of the best elements of his past incarnations into a single awesome design. Here we can see him in some non-photoshopped images, as well as our first proper look at the guy in his packaging.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Cyberverse Ultra Magnus Official Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The good people at Jagex will be running a panel on their Transformers Universe MMO this Saturday at 12pm at the London MCM Expo. Can't make it but have a burning question that you want to ask the developers? Good news, because through the magic of the internet your wish can be granted! Post your questions on the Jagex facebook topic for the London MCM Expo and they will take a selection of the best questions to answer on Saturday! Click here and ask away!

Original Source: Jagex Transformers Universe Q&A - Transformer World 2005