Transformers News

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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According to DVDWorldUSA, Transformers: Dark of the Moon Home Video Release is happening on Friday 30th September, 2011 (Friday, Friday, Gotta Get Down On Friday!).

The release date seems legit since the previous Transformers movie DVDs/Blu-rays were released 3 months after the theatrical release as well.

At the moment Transformers 3 is at the fifth position of All-Time High Worldwide Grosses (not adjusted to inflation).

Michael Bay’s third Transformers Live Action Movie is the most financially successful film out of the three and received better fan reaction than Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen.

According to the website, DOTM will be available in…

• Single Disc DVD
• 2-Disc Blu-Ray + DVD Combo Pack
• Blu-Ray 3D/Blu-Ray 2D, DVD, Digital Copy Triple Play Pack

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Home Video Release On September 30th - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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A new 3rd party group called "SideFX" has entered the fray with pictures of an upcoming upgrade kit for Generations Blurr shown via their Twitter. This set looks like it could be right up anyone's alley that didn't like the IDW styled head the Generations version came with. Or maybe, you just want some new weapons for your Generations Blurr figure. If so, this set will come with a sword, gun and shield.

Check out the pics after the break and stop the feedback thread to give this group your opinions on the project.

Original Source: Generations Blurr Upgrade Kit - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Auto Assembly Europe have announced the date and location of the 2011 convention. The event formerly known as Nordcon will be taking place at the Clarion Hotel Gillet in Uppsala, Sweden, on November 12-13 2011.

Auto Assembly Europe have also announced their first guest, legendary Transformers comic writer Simon Furman! Simon's past credits need no explanation, and we're all excited to see what his upcoming project with IDW, continuing the Marvel Comics run from Issue 81 will bring!

Read on for the full release from Auto Assembly Europe which also contains information on goodie bags and other things you can expect at the convention!

Original Source: Auto Assembly Europe Announces Dates, Locations and First Guest Simon Furman - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Director Michael Bay visited his Official Forum (S4TE) to tell us that “Transformers” might get re-released in IMAX Theaters.

“I think they are really considering re releasing Transformers on IMAX again. From what I heard from Paramount.”

It is unclear what “Transformers Live Action Movie” he is referring to, but since he posted the comment at a “Bring back TF3 3D to Imax” thread, we can safely assume that Mr. Bay is referring to Transformers: Dark of the Moon.

Stay Tuned With TFW2005 For More Info.

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon To Return To IMAX Theaters - 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 and sponsors at TFSource:

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Original Source: TFSource Sourcenews Update for 22 August 2011 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Don Figueroa dropped us a line and let us know that he and some partners have created a new company which will feature all original robot designs, comics, and toys. Check out their official statement below!

VALENT WANG AND DON FIGUEROA ANNOUNCE MECHA WORKSHOP - COMIC BOOK AND FIGURE TIE-IN

Valent Wang, along with famed TRANSFORMERS comic book artist Don Figueroa (Dreamwave's Transformers: The War Within, IDW Publishing's Transformers On-Going) have announced the formation of a new company, Mecha Workshop, which features an online comic as well as a collectable action figure line featuring customizable mech-figures that convert and have alternate modes!

The free-to-view online comic will be written by Dan Taylor (former editor IDW Publishing) and drawn by acclaimed artist Don Figueroa. The comic will showcase the unique universe of Mecha Workshop and develop a full back-story and current on-going story of heroes and villains! Lettering for the comic will be done by Thomas Mauer.

Celebrity artists Enrico Galli and Luca Zampriolo are also on board for this project. While both will be behind illustrations, the colors, graphics, and visual effects will be handled by Enrico Galli and Luca Zampriolo will be doing the sculpting.

This all new toy-line will premiere with the Infantry Unit Mech figure, who is a fit for a diverse range of combat situations!

Check out MACROMASTERS (Comic) (Figures), an older project of Don Figueroa featuring his own home-made figures, to get a possible idea of what's in store for Mecha Workshop!

You can see some of Don's comic work in our Comic Section here: Don Figueroa (Artist). Stay tuned for more details!

Original Source: Mecha Workshop - New Project from Don Figueroa - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Here's the news that my UK friends have all been waiting for - Transformers Prime is going to finally start airing on UK television from 5 September. It is going to be on Cartoon Network, whose track record with Transformers shows in the UK has been less than stellar.

That gripe out the way, enjoy UK fans! It's due to start 5 September, time of day still TBD, let's hope we get a decent timeslot. Cue up your TiVo / SkyPlus and get ready to experience the awesome!

Original Source: Transformers Prime to air in the UK from 5 September on Cartoon Network - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Takara Tomy have updated their website with details of a new campaign item available by spending 3'000 yen or more on Dark of the Moon products. This time it is a chrome silver "Titantium Plasma Double Blaster", a chromed version of the weapon that comes with Autobot Skids. It is given away free with a spend of 3'000 yen or more on Dark of the Moon toys at Jyoushin, Kids Land, Bic Camera, Yamada Denki, and Yodobashi Camera.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Titantium Plasma Double Blaster Giveaway in Japan - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The last week in Transformers news has been all about looking ahead to things to come. Be it upcoming releases from TFC Toys in the form of their custom Construction Robots Neckbreaker and Mad Blender, or official releases in the form of tags appearing in Toys R Us for upcoming exclusive sets or DCPIs in Target for the exclusive Wreckers two pack, or even hints of an entirely new venture for Hasbro, it's all been about the good things that are coming our way in the next few weeks and months. It's all capped off with one big chunk of upcoming awesome - 30 September 2011, the day when Dark of the Moon arrives on home formats, for you to enjoy in the comfort of your living room. Just make sure your Ironhide toys look away for "that scene".

Also in the last week of Transformers news:


Transformers Dark of the Moon News
Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Home Video Release On September 30th
Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Deluxe Class Wheeljack Instruction Sheet Reveals New Head
Target DPCI for Wreckers Exclusive Two-Pack
Unknown Upcoming Dark of the Moon Multipack
Dark of the Moon EZ Collection Darkside Optimus Prime Images
Revoltech Optimus Prime New Images
Revoltech Movie Optimus Prime Video
Milk X Transformers Exclusive Deluxe Optimus Prime Toys
Another Dark of the Moon Voyager Shockwave Redeco
Wal-Mart Battle In The Moonlight Exclusive Released at Retail
Robo Power Optimus Prime Cyber Blaster Found at US Retail
Transformers Peru - The Success Of Dark Of The Moon In Peru
Transformers Prime Style


Transformers Prime News
Transformers Prime 22 Title is Stronger, Faster


Japanese Transformers News
Beast Wars II: Super Lifeform Transformers - DVD BOX Package Sample
Alternity Dai Atlas and Goldbug Revealed


Transformers Comic News
IDW November 2011 Transformers Solicitations
Transformers 24 Preview
Alex Milne Nominus Prime Design
"Bob" concept art from Guido Guidi
Alex Milne Pre-War Megatron and Rung pencil sketches
Alex Milne Springarm Concept Art


Transformers Game News
Jagex Reveals More Transformers Universe Info at Gamescon


Convention News
Auto Assembly Europe Announces Dates, Locations and First Guest Simon Furman


Other Transformers News
Rage Over Cybertron 3-pack Release Soon?
Hasbro's New Trademark Hints An Upcoming Venture
Shout Factory G1 Complete Series Slipcase
Transformers Pinball Coming Soon
Star Wars Crossover Anakin/Darth Vader Quadchangers Instructions


Third Party News
TFC HeavyLabor - New Images!
TFClub Hercules Sneak Peak at Combined Mode
TFC Toys DSLR, Headmasters and Infinity Warfare Images
TFClub Hercules Madblender CG Image
Custom Generation 1 Tech Specs for Omnibots, Reflector and Powerdashers
Renderform Gold Scout, Twister and other Bumblebee head kits Revealed
Video/Interview of Upcoming KM-01X
Unofficial non-Transforming Sharkticon Minis
Generations Blurr Upgrade Kit


TFW Gallery Dark of the Moon Jetwing Optimus Prime

WTF@TFW Episode 160

Diamond Comics Shipping List for 24 August


Also do not forget the TFW2005 and Razer - TFW2005 Video Game Photoshop Contest! The contest closes on 9 September 2011, and we can't wait to see your entries!

Original Source: Transformers News Roundup 08/15/11 - 08/21/11 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Protoman is bringing us the Video Review of Transformers: Rescue Bots Fire Station Prime.

Transformers: Rescue Bots Toyline is a part of Hasbro’s upcoming project to educate children regarding Hazards & Safety via Storybooks and a Television Series.

Check out the video review below:

Original Source: Transformers: Rescue Bots Fire Station Prime Video Review - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Love the Transformers live action movies? Then chances are you'll love Transformers: The Ride, coming to Universal Studios Theme Parks and directed by Michael Bay. It's set to open in the US in 2012, but fans visiting Universal Studios Singapore will get a chance to experience Transformers: The Ride first, when it opens in December 2011.

Universal Studios Singapore are going all-out with the promotion of this new ride. They have opened an official blog and released this video about the ride on Youtbue. Watch to the end for a preview of some of the CGI that will accompany the ride.

Original Source: Transformers the Ride opens at Universal Studios Singapore in December 2011 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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A bit of an update on a news story that we first discussed a few days ago, as it has been confirmed by Micheal Bay's website that Dark of the Moon WILL be returning to IMAX from August 26th to September 9th and only in the North America.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Returns to IMAX August 26-September 8 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We have received a press release from the Transformers Collectors Club regarding the release of the Botcon comic to comic stores! Transformers Timelines 6, The Stunti-Con Job, will be a 48 page supersized edition with 16 extra pages of Allspark Almanac content by Jim Sorenson and Bill Forster.

Additionally, the TFCC have launched a contest to win a Botcon Animated Minerva, only 75 made. Read on for details on this contest, and also the full press release from Fun Publications regarding Timelines Issue 6.

Original Source: Transformers Timelines 6 Diamond Edition to Feature 16 additional pages of Allspark Almanac Content - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Wow! Nearly a year passed since the start of Hasbro-Discovery Hub Television Channel. This time last year, we were all excited to take a look at Transformers: Prime, G. I. Joe Renegades and the awesome My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic (The Hub just got 20% Cooler). So, we have a great line-up for the 2nd year starting with the Season 2 of MLP: Friendship is Magic on September 17th and after Episode 23, this writer is pretty sure that everyone is looking forward to the Season 2 of Transformers: Prime.

Anyway, another new project by The Hub is Transformers: Rescue Bots. The series is due to debut in 2012 and will focus on teaching children about Hazards and Safety. The toyline is releasing way ahead of the planned TV Series and today we are bringing you the Official Images, Descriptions and a TV Commercial for the Toyline.


*Speculation: The background song from the commercial may be the Theme Song of the TV Series?

Continue on for the Official Images and Descriptions.

Original Source: Transformers: Rescue Bots Official Images, Info And TV Commercial - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Powercore Combiner fans rejoice! If you missed out on some of the final figures from this line, you're in luck. 2005 Board member big hank has found Powercore Combiners Grimstone with Dinobots at discount store TJ Maxx in Farmington, New Mexico. Hopefully this means the remaining figures from the Powercore line that didn't see a mass release will find their way to other discount stores.

Make sure to keep us up to date in our sightings forum!

Original Source: Powercore Combiners Grimstone Found at TJ Maxx - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Superquad7 @ TFW2005.com

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The TFcon exclusive 2011 mini comic drawn by IDW's Alex Milne, colored by Josh Perez and written by Protoman is now up for the public to view (minus the dialogue).

The story tells of Fortress' transition from his original Planet Master body to his new Fortress Maximus upgrade, as well as introduces us to Toxin, the previously unknown 4th Decepticon Headmaster of Scorponok's gang. This story is based in the Japanese G1 cartoon continuity and happens before episode 1 of Transformers: Headmasters.

Also, a careful eye will note that the Stronghold figure and drawn character are slightly different due to the design not finalized at the time the illustration was completed. Additionally, the Toxin character shares the same body of G1 Chromedome, just sporting a different color scheme.

What are your thoughts of this story and these characters? Be sure to discuss your thoughts after viewing the images after the jump!

Original Source: TFcon Exclusive 2011 Exclusive Comic Pages Available For Public View! - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Here's some small new images of the upcoming releases from Takara-Tomy, including the Leader Class Dark of the Moon Striker Optimus Prime - a reworked Revenge of the Fallen Leader Optimus Prime with additional weapons. Also shown are early pictures of Deluxe Leadfoot, Wheeljack, and three different size classes worth of Soundwave goodness.

All of these images come to you courtest of FantoFan.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Striker Optimus Prime, Deluxe Leadfoot New Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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The 10th anniversary of TFcon will take place July 27th to 29th, 2012. Canada’s Annual Transformers Collectors Convention will return to the Delta Meadowvale Resort and Conference Centre, 6750 Mississauga Road, Mississauga, Ontario. Hotel block information will be available in the near future.

Original Source: TFcon 10th anniversary dates announced: July 27 - 29th, 2012 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Cybergundam has posted scans from the latest edition of Dengeki Hobby magazine. This issue lavishes a lot of page time and attention on the upcoming Masterpiece MP-10 Convoy Version 2.0 - he gets two out of the three pages of coverage! Lots of pictures we have already seen, but this is a nice recap of all the good things that are coming down the pipeline with this toy.

Also on show are the Tomica Optimus Prime and Bumblebee releases - die cast vehicles in a similar vein to RPMs. There's also a pair of Starscream jets, from the Tomytec scale model kit line, and last but not least, a look at both of the Transformers Chronicle reissue sets.

Read on to check out our mirror of all the Transformers scans.

Original Source: Dengeki Hobby September 2011 Scans - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Good news, everyone! MSN TV and Zap2it are both reporting that episode 22 of Transformers Prime - titled Stronger, Faster - is going to air on 17 September 2011! This is just one week after episode 21, T.M.I. is set to air.

There's currently no word on when episode 23, which just aired in Canada, is set to arrive on US screens. Hopefully we will see a nice uninterrupted run of new episodes through September and October - all the better to coincide with a certain billion dollar motion picture's DVD release.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Episode 22 Airs September 17 in the US - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Remember the mini-Sharkticons we saw a few days ago? Robot Kingdom have updated their Facebook page with more information on these unofficial non-transforming sharks. They're by a new third party group called Dr Wu, and they are going to be called "Shark Clones".

Here's the fun part though. The packaging is also transformable! It transforms from a tall box into a cardboard Sharkticon! Pretty cool as far as packaging goes, and a nice touch if I do say so myself.

Stay tuned for more information on this product, including pricing and availability.

Original Source: Dr Wu Shark Clones Fully Revealed - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Welcome, Transformers fan. I have summoned you here for a purpose.

I wish to share with you these in hand images of the upcoming Amazon.com exclusive Unicron with Kranix. These pictures were snapped by RampageSSS of the 2005 Boards - the lucky chap has him in hand already! Some things to note:

- Unicron has green eyes on this release, but red LEDs behind them.
- Unicron's packaging is marked 25th Anniversary of Transformers the Movie
- They say a picture is worth a thousand words, so we'll leave it to you to check out RampageSSS' comparison images with Armada Unicron and TakaraTomy's Celebration 2010 Unicron.

As if that was not enough, a few more images have been posted over on ACtoys.net.

Original Source: Amazon Exclusive Unicron In Hand Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Hasbro has updated their Official You Tube page with the Transformers: Dark of the Moon Cyberverse Autobot Ark Playset TV Commercial.

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Cyberverse Autobot Ark Playset TV Commercial - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Superquad7 @ TFW2005.com

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Multi-changing transformers are often times very popular with fans, and Hasbro is offering a quadruple changer from the character transformation of Anakin Skywalker to Darth Vader in the Star Wars Transformers Crossovers line! Each character sports an alt mode spaceship from their allegiance, with Skywalker's Jet Mech and Darth Vader's Star Destroyer.

Our update today comes with our first in-hand photos of this toy, as well as a review of this toy. Is this a figure you're looking forward to? Check out the review posted in our Transformers Feedback forum and be sure to discuss your thoughts after viewing the images after the jump!

Original Source: Star Wars Transformsr: Darth Vader to Star Destroyer - In Hand Photos! - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Superquad7 @ TFW2005.com

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Our Transformers Feedback forum provides us with yet another news item: in-hand photos of some Japanese Happy Meal toys made to promote the widely-successful Transformers: Dark of the Moon movie.

While these figures lack articulation, they are fully transformable figures and even include label sheets for additional details. They are described as a cross between Gravity Bots and Activators due to the type of trigger mechanism to transform as well as the manner in which the toys change from car to robot.

Check out the images after the jump!

Original Source: Transformers Dark of the Moon Japanese Happy Meal Toys - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Transformers Generations 2011 Volume 2 featured a lot of cool stuff, including a comic penned by Simon Furman and featuring art by Guido Guidi. This retro comic is done in the style of the old Marvel comics and features a crossover of characters from the Headmasters era alongside characters from the United and Henkei toy lines.

A translation of the comic has been done by The Allspark, with full creative input from Simon Furman and Guido Guidi - in effect this is an official translation and an excellent opportunity to read this short story. Some notes are also attached to the translation which are worh taking a look through, especially concerning Thunderwing (based on his Generations toy, not released in Japan & not planned for release in Japan) and Artfire (a new design based on a recolored Classics / Henkei Inferno with a Power Core Combiner Mini-Con as his Targetmaster, not planned for release by Takara-Tomy).

Click here to check out the translated comic over at the Allspark. Great job guys, my hat's off to you!

Original Source: Transformers Generations 2011 Volume 2 Comic Translated - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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A bit of an unexpected addition to the last Dengeki Magazine update we posted a few days ago. Thanks to SydneyY and Autobase Aichi as it has been also announced in the latest issue of Dengeki Hobby that there will be a limited Lucky Draw of the Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime. The Lucky Draw is based upon the Uniqlo design that was previously seen and assumed to be a one-off store display color scheme. It comes unassembled and does not come with the shop logo stickers or logos.

Original Source: Dengeki Hobby Addendum: Lucky Draw Dual Model Kit - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to a combination of HKTF and an auction over on eBay, we now have some in-hand images of the two upcoming redecos for the Dark of the Moon line. There are a few brief images of the upcoming redeco of the DOTM Voyager Ironhide mold in vehicle mode, showing off the heavily G1-inspired color scheme; as well as a vast gallery of the upcoming Walmart-exclusive Deluxe Optimus Prime redeco, including size comparisons with War For Cybertron Optimus Prime and a knock-off of the Classics Optimus Prime mold. Unlike the previous release of the mold, this version does not come with the Deluxe MechTech weapon but instead comes with a repaint of the weapon that came with the initial Voyager DOTM Optimus Prime.

Original Source: In-hand Images of Lunarfire Optimus Prime and Cannon Force Ironhide - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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It's been a while, but long time site supporter and sponsor StylinOnline.com has sent us a note to let us know that they have 2 new Transformers tees in stock and available for purchase right now.

The first is the Transformers How I Roll T Shirt which features G1 Optimus Prime, Jazz, and Bumblebee in their classic form, with the phrase "Transformers How I Roll" on it.

Second, they have a play on the "Robots In Disguise" theme, with a Decepticon symbol sporting a mustache. That tee is for the ladies, it's the Transformers Decepticon Disguise Baby Tee.

So, check those out if you are looking for new Transformers gear. You can also check out their entire selection for properties including:

• Transformers
• G.I. Joe
• Thundercats
• Marvel
• DC

...over at Stylin Online.

Original Source: New Transformers T-Shirts at Stylin Online - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Million Hero Publishing have updated with an image of their exclusive Stepper in packaging. Stepper is an exclusive item available as a mail order through the recently released Transformers Generations 2011 Volume 2. He's a recolored version of Reveal the Shield / United Jazz, with an additional Targetmaster partner - just like the original Steeper!

Check out the packaging image, and then check out images of the toy in all his glory in our Resources section - Transformers United Stepper.

Original Source: Transformers United Stepper Packaging - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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The Chaos Bringer has arrived... to Amazon.com!

In a bit of surprise news for today, the 25th Anniversary (of the 1986 Movie) Unicron has been put up on Amazon.com, and in stock as of now. The toy is a repaint of the 2010 TakaraTomy release, complete with the more G1-accurate head and a different color scheme as you could see in the in-hand shots from the other day.

Will you be purchasing this highly awaited domestic release? Sound off in the thread!

Original Source: Amazon Exclusive Unicron Now In Stock - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ TFW2005.com

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NJCC 80′s TOYPOCALYPSE 2011 adds Dan Khanna as guest Transformers artist. Dan started his Transformers career as a fan artist, creating commissioned drawings of Transformers characters and action scenes. He gained fame in the community, and has since become part of the creative team for the new Fun Publications-run Fan Club and conventions, illustrating and plotting Club & BotCon comics as well as designing heads and character mock-ups for exclusive toys.



New Jersey Collectors Con is just a little more then a month away! October 9th, 2011 NJCC comes to life bringing G.I. Joe, Transformers and ThunderCats and 80's Toys together under one roof. Dealer registration is now open and we are almost sold out of Dealer Tables. Do not wait to the last minute to grab your Dealer space at the next NJCC 2011. Dealers can contact fran@njcc.co for more information.

Join us on FaceBook New Jersey Collectors Con

Original Source: NJCC 80′s TOYPOCALYPSE 2011 Dan Khanna As Guest Artist! - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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The Chaos Bringer has arrived... to Amazon.com!

In a bit of surprise news for today, the 25th Anniversary (of the 1986 Movie) Unicron has been put up on Amazon.com, and in stock as of now. The toy is a repaint of the 2010 TakaraTomy release, complete with the more G1-accurate head and a different color scheme as you could see in the in-hand shots from the other day.

Will you be purchasing this highly awaited domestic release? Sound off in the thread!

UPDATE: Unicron is apparently no longer available and out of stock. We'll keep you updated when the toy does return.

Original Source: Amazon Exclusive Unicron Now Sold Out - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Superquad7 @ TFW2005.com

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A very cool item came out from Japan just two days ago, and TFW2005.com member Protoman provides us with a video review of this sound stage (similar to the Hasbro Masterpiece DVD Edition Masterpiece Optimus Prime) that is to go with Masterpiece MP-09 Rodimus Convoy.

Protoman includes some subtitles to the voices used and also provides a unique comparison with the sound stage to a rare piece in his collection - the vinyl Rodimus Convoy pull string toy that came out in 1986! What is interesting is the closeness with both voices used for each piece. Check out the video below, and be sure to share your thoughts after the jump!

Original Source: TF2010 Sound Stage (MP-09 Rodimus Stage) - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Joe Moore @ TFW2005.com

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The first photos, video and info for the Transformers Edition 2012 Camaro have surfaced via the Camaro5 Forum and Faces Of GM.


"When this car shows up in your review mirror, you’ll definitely do a double take, and then some! Bold yellow paint with pumped up black stripes, a high-wing rear spoiler and black-on-black wheels… this car looks like Bumblebee, straight from the set of Transformers: Dark of the Moon. It’s enough to make Sam Witwicky‘s heart beat fast.

It’s the little details — like Cybertronian symbols spelling “Transformers” on the spoiler, Autobot logos on the wheel caps and front quarter panel and an awesome interior with black leather seats and bright yellow stitching — that give this Chevrolet extra attitude."

To check out all the photos, click the headline of the story.

Original Source: 2012 Camaro Transformers Edition Photos and Video - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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2005 boards member catz has shared with us information on the release window and case assortments of the first wave of Transformers Prime toys. These first edition packaged figures are due to launch in November 2011, and the assortment breakdown in each case is as follows:

Wave 1 Deluxe:
4 x Bumblebee
2 x Arcee
2 x Starscream

Wave 1 Voyager:
3 x Optimus
1 x Bulkhead

Prime Entertainment Pack:
2 units / case

The Entertainment Pack consists of Deluxe versions of Optimus Prime, Megatron, and PVC versions of the three human children.


From these listings it looks like Bulkhead is the really hard to find one from this first tranche of figures.


Many thanks to catz for passing this information along to us!

Original Source: Transformers Prime First Wave Case Assortments and Release - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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The Chaos Bringer has arrived... to Amazon.com!

In a bit of surprise news for today, the 25th Anniversary (of the 1986 Movie) Unicron has been put up on Amazon.com, and in stock as of now. The toy is a repaint of the 2010 TakaraTomy release, complete with the more G1-accurate head and a different color scheme as you could see in the in-hand shots from the other day.

Will you be purchasing this highly awaited domestic release? Sound off in the thread!

UPDATE: Unicron is apparently no longer available and out of stock. We'll keep you updated when the toy does return.

UPDATE #2: Unicron is back in stock, and now has official images to go with it.

Original Source: Amazon Exclusive Unicron Back In Stock - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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We have received the Diamond Comics Shipping List for next Wednesday, August 31st, 2011, thanks to 2005 Boards member D-Drive.

TRANSFORMERS X MIMOBOT MEGATRON 4G FLASHDRIVE and TRANSFORMERS X MIMOBOT OPTIMUS 4G FLASHDRIVE

There is more than meets the eye to mimoBot's latest designer USB flashdrives, based on the Transformers! Produced in limited quantities and in conjunction with Hasbro, Optimus Prime and Megatron are now available in mimoBot form, each with a 4GB capacity preloaded with tons of exclusive content. Don't 'roll out' without your data, when you take it with you with these transforming flash drives of the Autobot and Decepticon leaders!

Original Source: Diamond Comics Shipping List For August 31st, 2011 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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John Barber has posted up a preview of Transformers Ongoing 25 on the IDW Publishing forums. Transformers Issue 25 kicks off "The Last Story on Earth", the second plotline running concurrent with Chaos. Human - Autobot relations will be tested in this plotline which deals with the repercussions of both Spike and Jazz's actions in recent issues! It's due to hit comic stores on 7 September - look forward to it!

Original Source: Transformers Ongoing 25 Preview - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Crazy Devy return to where they started with their latest update - CDMW-25 is a new upgrade for Generation 1 Devastator. This upgrade gives Devastator a bigger chest plate, a waist plate with articulated panels to allow free leg movement, and includes a silver barrel for Mixmaster. The retail cost is $18.95, and it is due for release in October 2011.

Original Source: Crazy Devy Devastator Chest Update - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Toy World Hong Kong has shared some scans from the September 2011 edition of Figure King. It's a movie heavy edition, focusing largely on upcoming Japanese releases which match up well to what has just been released in the US - notably, very few repaints are featured among the upcoming releases, it is mostly all the "new" toolings from the US line.

There is also a very nice page spread dedicated to Masterpiece MP-10 Convoy Version 2, which demonstrates a great feature of the included Spike figure - he appears to be about the right size to sit in Generation 1 Transformers!

Read on to check out the scans.

Original Source: Figure King September 2011 Scans - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We've got a three in one gallery update for you today! For your viewing pleasure, we have a gallery of the E-Hobby Decepticons set! This set consisted of crystal versions of Galvatron, Cyclonus and Scourge from the Universe & Generations series, to represent their dramatic reformatting scenes from the 1986 animated Transformers movie. It's a brilliant set, with all three toys really looking impressive with all that clear plastic. Check out these images by 2005 Boards member SydneyY and experience the awesomeness of these E-hobby exclusive clear Decepticons for yourself!

Galvatron - E-Hobby Exclusive Decepticons set
Cyclonus - E-Hobby Exclusive Decepticons set
Scourge - E-hobby Exclusive Decepticons set

Check out even more cool Transformers toys in our Transformers Toy Galleries! And be sure to visit again soon - we've got another Transformers United multipack to share with you very soon!

Original Source: TFW Gallery E-Hobby Clear Decepticons - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Episode 23 of Transformers Prime will air on 24 September 2011, according to the latest schedule information posted on Zap2it. This episode which kicks off the big series ending chaos we were promised at Botcon aired in Canada last weekend (Canadians get to see episode 24 tomorrow, you lucky guys!)

The schedule information from Zap2it also gives the title of the episode as One Shall Fall.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Episode 23 to Air on 24 September - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Official Michael Bay Website has been updated with an incredible Behind-The-Scenes gallery of Transformers: Dark of the Moon. Almost all the images are simply breathtaking; a fantastic job by Robert Zuckerman.

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Robert Zuckerman Behind-The-Scenes Gallery - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Million Hero Publishing have updated their page for their Transformers Generations 2011 Volume 2 mail away incentive, United Stepper, with a couple more images. The first of the two images shows the back of the box, which is your standard (and very nice) United box back, showing an "action scene photo" of the character with their bio and tech specs. The keen eyed can probably make out the tech specs, which are the same as the Generation 1 Stepper's tech specs.

The second image, which you can see at left, is the aforementioned action scene photo, at higher resolution and in color. It's a pretty cool scene that shows off both Stepper's guns, and some nice photoshopped laser effects in the style of the good old fashioned Japanese Generation 1 toy box art photos.

Click on the link above to check out both images and everything else Million Hero have released on this exciting Classics series exclusive coming this December.

Original Source: United Stepper Million Hero Exclusive More Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Coming this September from Kaiyado is Tokusatsu (Sci-fi) Revoltech Optimus Prime! This highly articulated and highly detailed figure is based on Movie Optimus Prime.

But how does he measure up compared to other Revoltechs? Is he a must own? 2005 Boards member Abyss Convoy has shared with us a review of an advance sample of Revoltech Optimus Prime, accompanied by plenty of pictures. Check out his review to see his thoughts on this piece, and check out his photos to decide if you want to add this Prime example of an Optimus to your collection!

If you like him and you've not go him preordered already, check out our sponsors for preorders:

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Original Source: Revoltech Movie Optimus Prime Review - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Junkion Blacksmith, who work in association with TFC Toys, have updated their Weibo account (requires registration) with an image showing their seventh project - a Generation 1 Devastator upgrade set. While Crazy Devy has already got that base covered, will this set deliver an "all in one" box at a price people want to pay?

The image shows a few items from the set, including a new gun, chest piece, forearms and waist connector which presumably will also give Devastator articulated legs. Check out the image and share your thoughts by clicking the discuss link below.

Original Source: Junkion Blacksmith Generation 1 Devastator Add-Ons - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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It might be a while before the US gets to see some new Transformers Prime cartoon goodness - but we've got the next best thing! Here for your enjoyment is our gallery of the extremely cool Deluxe Class Optimus Prime from Transformers Prime. This version is the awesome San Diego Comic Con 2011 version, which came in a special "Matrix of Leadership" packaging. He will also be coming out as a mass retail release in a two pack with Megatron later this year, but you can check out this early release version right now! Click on the link below to check out our gallery, taken by our photo staff member thedrknss48!

Transformers Prime Optimus Prime - San Diego Comic Con Exclusive

Check out the rest of our galleries for even more cool pictures of Transformers Toys!

Original Source: TFW Transformers Prime Optimus Prime Gallery - 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 and sponsors at TFSource!

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Greetings SourceFans!
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Original Source: TFSource Sourcenews Update for 29 August 2011 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Joe Moore @ TFW2005.com

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This is just a reminder, the The TFW2005 Video Game Photoshop Contest presented by TFW2005 and Razer is still ongoing. We have received some amazing entries so far. You can check out what's been submitted by Clicking Here. You can also check out the contest details and FAQ by clicking Discuss on the Boards!.

All entries must be received no later than Friday, September 9, 2011 at 11:59 PM EST.

Check out Razer's Transformers: Dark of the Moon Gaming Peripherals or sign up for the Official Razer Newsletter to receive product information.

Original Source: Reminder - The TFW2005 Video Game Photoshop Contest - Transformer World 2005