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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Fellow fan site Full Metal Hero reports on some of the new items on display at the UK Toy Fair. At this no-photos-permitted event there is:

The return of Transformers Generations / Fall of Cybertron toys - Fall of Cybertron gets toys under the Generations branding. There are eight new releases planned, the only one definitely confirmed as of this time is Fall of Cybertron Jazz.

Optimus Maximus - A large-scale Cyberverse citybot, it is said to be a Cyberverse base playset that can also transform into a full robot mode. Scale is somewhere between Ultimate Optimus and a Leader Class, features lights, sounds, firing missiles, launching vehicles.

Prime Weaponizers - Leader Class Transformers Prime toys, the first two confirmed are Optimus Prime and Bumblebee. These are apparently simplified for the sake of the kids playing with them and feature deployable weapons - Optimus Prime has chainguns that pop out of his cab and mount on his shoulders.

Click here to read the original report.

Original Source: Transformers News from UK Toy Fair - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Board member, Goldlock, has picked up the new Bot Shots Sentinel Prime figure and provided us with a nice little review. Goldlock goes into detail here about how the game works that is included when you pick up the new Bot Shots figures. The game is based on Rock, Paper, Scissors or in this case; Blaster, fist, Sword. When you have your Bot Shots auto transform the symbol on their chest is revealed. Almost akin to Battle Beasts with the exception that you can have your Bot Shot figure utilize any of the three symbols. The interesting part of this Sentinel Prime figure is what it's based on. This translucent red figure has more in common with Kre-O Sentinel Prime than it does with the movie, IDW or Animated versions of the character.

Take a look at the images after the break!

Original Source: Transformers Bot Shots Sentinel Prime Review - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Toy Arena sent us an update, check it out below:

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TFC Toys Hercules Mad Blender, Neck Breaker & Many More Available Now!
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See below for more Details
You can also use the coupon codes for these items as well

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Coupon Codes (Codes cannot be combined)
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$10.00 off orders greater than $125.00
Coupon Code = 10Disc11

Free Shipping on all orders above $100.00(**only USA and not including HI, PR, APO, and AK)
Coupon Code = USAGround

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New Arrivals
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All New Arrivals can be viewed on our blog which includes Pictures and Easy Links!

• New Arrivals 01/23/2012! | ToyArena Blog
• XTransBots XP01 Addon Set for Encore #20 Devastator
• Transformers Generations 2011 Million Publishing Exclusive Stepper Figure
• TFC Toys Hercules Mad Blender
• TFC Toys Hercules NeckBreaker
• JB-03 Headmaster Earth Command Figure
• JB-04 Headmaster Broadcaster Figure
• JB-05 Headmaster Destruction Lord Figure

Original Source: ToyArena Update - 1/25/2011 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Tempting Toys and Collectibles sent us an update, check it out below:

• Takara Tomy United Stepper figure MISB, Tempting Toys and Collectibles - 99.99 + s/h
• Tokyo Toy Show United Darkside Optimus Prime VS Darkside Megatron set, Tempting Toys and Collectibles- $69.99 + s/h
• Henkei Ghost Starscream, Tempting Toys and Collectibles - $79.99 + s/h
• Rare Botcon 2006 Darkseid Megatron figure mint in bag, Tempting Toys and Collectibles
• MOVIE FIGURES, Tempting Toys and Collectibles - $109.99 + s/h
• Botcon 2009 Leozack figure mint in bag, Tempting Toys and Collectibles - $79.99 + s/h
• TFCC Topspin figure mint in bag, Tempting Toys and Collectibles - $74.99 + s/h
• TFCC Exclusive G2 Ramjet figure, Tempting Toys and Collectibles - $79.99 + s/h
• Botcon 2002 exclusive Glyph figure mint in bag, Tempting Toys and Collectibles - $39.99 + s/h
• Botcon 1999 Sandstorm Figure, Tempting Toys and Collectibles - $129.99 + s/h

Original Source: Tempting Toys and Collectibles Update - 1/25/2012 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Toy Arena sent us an update, check it out below:

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TFC Toys Hercules Mad Blender, Neck Breaker & Many More Available Now!
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See below for more Details
You can also use the coupon codes for these items as well

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Coupon Codes (Codes cannot be combined)
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$10.00 off orders greater than $125.00
Coupon Code = 10Disc11

Free Shipping on all orders above $100.00(**only USA and not including HI, PR, APO, and AK)
Coupon Code = USAGround

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New Arrivals
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All New Arrivals can be viewed on our blog which includes Pictures and Easy Links!

• New Arrivals 01/23/2012! | ToyArena Blog
• XTransBots XP01 Addon Set for Encore #20 Devastator
• Transformers Generations 2011 Million Publishing Exclusive Stepper Figure
• TFC Toys Hercules Mad Blender
• TFC Toys Hercules NeckBreaker
• JB-03 Headmaster Earth Command Figure
• JB-04 Headmaster Broadcaster Figure
• JB-05 Headmaster Destruction Lord Figure

Original Source: ToyArena Update - 1/25/2012 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Shout Factory sent out a press release about the upcoming Transformers Prime - The Complete First Season DVD and Blu Ray sets. They are set to release March 6th and will be available at Amazon - Transformers Prime: Complete First Season [Blu-ray].

For the complete press release and a pretty picture of the boxes, continue reading after the break.

Original Source: Transformers Prime - The Complete First Season - 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 a cover image for the upcoming February/March issue with an Animated cover as well as a summary of the issue itself.

So, after seven years of bringing Transformers fans from around the world the Official Transformers Magazine the question was, how do we start year 8? Short answer... With a bang! We don't want to give TOO much away, but how about some great teasers?!?

LeVar Burton sat down with the TCC to discuss his cartoon character and offer a behind the scenes look at Transformers: Rescue Bots. Jim Sorenson and Bill Forster bring us the first installment of the new Transformers: Animated Almanac Addendum TCC feature (with an awesome magazine cover to tie in to the new feature). MTMTE Profiles spotlighting the amazing art of Matthew Armstrong debut this issue as well. And if that wasn't enough, Flint Dille fleshes out a deleted scene from the original Transformers Animated movie, brought to life in the all-new Transformers story "A Flash Forward"! This is first time a deleted scene from the '86 movie has been illustrated in comic form and can be seen now, in Issue 43 of the Transformers Collectors' Club Magazine!

Original Source: Transformers Collectors Club Magazine #43 Cover and Info - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Joe Moore @ TFW2005.com

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Today's Featured Ebay Auctions are for some fun, interesting an rare Vintage Transformers figures and items. From a boxed, pre-rub symbol Optimus Prime to classic pencil case. Check them out below.

• Vintage 1980's Transformers 3D puzzle Starscream | eBay
• VINTAGE DREADWING GENERATION 2 G2 SMOKEJUMPER IN BOX TRANSFORMERS RARE GOOD | eBay
• SEALED CARD VINTAGE TRANSFORMERS GENERATION 1 PRE RUB MINI CAR CLIFFJUMPER | eBay
• Vintage Transformers 1984 G1 Pre-Rub Optimus Prime MIB | eBay
• Transformers G1 Seacon Piranacon King Poseidon Prototype Set Rare | eBay
• OPTIMUS PRIME STRAW HOLDER VINTAGE G1 TRANSFORMERS GENERATION 1 FREE SHIP | eBay
• TRANSFORMERS G1 VINTAGE CASE | eBay
• Vintage G1 Optimus Prime *Mint to Near Mint Condition* HTF Transformers | eBay

Original Source: Featured Ebay Auctions - Vintage Transformers Fun - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Just a quick note to our regular readers and members. After a lot of feedback from members recently about the flood of 3rd party, unofficial, unlicensed (whatever you want to call it) news and discussion - we have decided to do a couple things to allow an easier time in finding and discussing the topics you are interested in.

First, we've split off all news and discussion of 3rd Party items into it's own sub-forum here: Transformers 3rd Party Discussion. So in the future, if you want to submit new info or images that you found elsewhere on the internet, please do so here, not anywhere else. All general discussion, speculation, overall back and forth about anything 3rd party - also keep it in there.

Second, we've created a 3rd Party Reviews sub-forum as well. Please put all your text, pictorial and video reviews of 3rd party products there. This will clean up our current Transformers Feedback forum and keep it just for official Transformers.

Third, we've created an optional TFW2005 front page which filters out *most* 3rd party news, which you can bookmark or access by clicking the link to the right when you first arrive on TFW2005.com. By going to this page, you will see the last 60 TFW2005 news threads, without any mention of 3rd party items. That way you can get your fix for Transformers, information related to official happenings and official product only.

We hope this will allow those that just want real deal info to easier browse news and participate in the forums, while also allowing the collectors interested in 3rd party items to continue being fans of it.

Enjoy!

Original Source: New Organization at TFW - 3rd Party Coverage and Discussion - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Comic Book Resources have posted a very insightful interview with one Mr Simon Furman, who you might have heard of for being the writer behind many a classic Transformers tale. Simon Furman is returning to the continuity that started it all, the Marvel Comics Generation 1, this July. This interview features some art from the upcoming issue 80.5, a Free Comic Book Day special titled Regeneration One, showing mostly some very cool flashback montages - you'll spot Jhiaxus and the Generation 2 origin of life on Cybertron in these new pieces of artwork, seeming to indicate that Generation 2 as a series is being acknowledged.

As for the interview itself - there's a lot of teasing of things to come, and I'll directly quote you one line that tells us some of the things to expect:

... you can expect Soundwave, Ultra Magnus, Wreckers, Kup, Hot Rod, Circuit Smasher, Nebulos, Grimlock, Headmasters, Zero Space, Nova Point, Bludgeon, War-Worlds, G.B. Blackrock, Ratchet, Starscream, and the Optimus Prime vs. Megatron battle to end all Optimus Prime vs. Megatron battles. And that's a promise.

Click here to read the full article!

Original Source: Transformers 80.5 Regeneration 1 Simon Furman Interview and New Preview Art - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Boards member D-Drive has sent us over the listing for what's shipping next week with Diamond Comics. Next week brings us the first part of the Transformers Infestation 2 miniseries - the return to the Hearts of Steel continuity! To go along with this, there's also a new run on the original Hearts of Steel miniseries. Check out the full listings below:

INFESTATION 2 TRANSFORMERS #1 (Of 2) (incentive 1 in 10 ships as well)

(W) Chuck Dixon (A) Guido Guidi (CA) Livio Ramondelli, Guido Guidi

The Infestation threat has broken the boundaries of time and the Lovecraftian monsters invade the world of Transformers: Hearts of Steel! It's a steam-punk world in the grips of panic as terrifying beings from the depths of the ocean corrupt both humans and Decepticons! Only one man knows how to stop the Infestation, and it's up to him to awaken the Autobots in time to prevent full-scale cataclysm!

Ships with 2 covers in a 1-to-1 ratio, 1 by Ramondelli and 1 by Guidi

TRANSFORMERS EVOLUTIONS HEARTS OF STEEL TP (NEW PRINTING)

(W) Chuck Dixon (A/CA) Guido Guidi

Ever wondered what form your favorite TRANSFORMERS would take if they existed in different eras? Wonder no more, as IDW's new Evolutions line debuts with "Hearts of Steel," writer Chuck Dixon and artists Guido Guidi transplant the 'bots to the Industrial Revolution, where a charismatic hammer-man named John Henry discovers that a steam drill is really an alien robot named BUMBLEBEE. Before he can process this information, the pair are attacked by DECEPTICONS disguised as tanks, trains and walking engines. Is this all part of a larger scheme by STARSCREAM? And if so, will the other AUTOBOTS arrive in time to stop his nefarious plans?

Original Source: Diamond Comics Shipping List for 1 February - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Put this down as a rumor for now, but California guys, you might want to start checking your Toys R Us stores for the all-new Transformers Prime mainline toys! The image you see attached to this story - showing the English language Prime mainline packaging and not the omni-lingual European packaging - was taking from this Ebay auction listing. The seller vheryan27 when asked mentioned he picked up Soundwave here and a Cliffjumper at a Toys R Us in California.

For the moment treat this with a grain of salt since it's not a confirmed "off the pegs" store sighting, but all signs are pointing toward the fact that yes, the Transformers Prime mainline is about to hit US shores. Good luck and happy hunting everyone!

Original Source: Rumor - Transformers Prime Main Line Released in USA - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Earlier we reported a rumor that the main line of Transformers Prime toys has shown up at retail in the United States. Thanks to one of the newest 2005 Board members, Phantomcrow, we now have confirmation of that rumor. Phantomcrow reports finding the first wave of Revealers (Deluxes) and the first wave of Powerizers (Voyagers) at a local Toys R Us in Kansas City, MO. Other sightings have been reported in California as well. All sightings have been from Toys R Us Stores.

The hunt is on and the game is afoot, load your wallets with cash and get to your local Toys R Us! Don't forget, if you see anything else new from the Transformers Prime line make sure to let us know in our sightings forum.

Original Source: Confirmed: Transformers Prime Toys at US Retail - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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In what is sure to be either the most successful or most insanely popular Happy Meal ventures since Beanie Babies, Equestria Daily is reporting that Transformers Prime toys will be coming to Happy Meal boxes at your local McDonalds this March. The Transformers Prime Toys will be offered in a boys Happy Meal while another one of Hasbro's properties, My Little Pony, will be offered to the girls. No pictures as of yet, but we'll keep you posted on TFW.

What kind of Happy Meal toys would you prefer this time around? Gimmick and weapon based non-Transforming figures like the most recent movie toys? Or perhaps you would like to see Transforming toys return ie;Animated, Beast Wars, and McChangeables? Discuss these possibilities and the combo of Transformers and MLP after the break!

Original Source: Transformers Prime and My Little Pony Coming To Happy Meals? - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: XJunky @ TFW2005.com

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Vangelus, Gogdog, and Seth Buzzard are joined by the GDPM to discuss more Transformers, the final Botcon toy reveals, an expensive lady robot, and a SECRET INVASION BY A FAN FAVOURITE.

You can download and comment on it here: WTF @ TFW - Episode 183

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 Episode 183 is now Online! - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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In a bit of a surprise announcement, the Transformers Collector's Club has announced on their website that they will soon be taking orders for Club Exclusive T-Shirts.

The upcoming exclusive is based upon this year's Runabout and Runamuck exclusives and makes reference to their classic Statue of Liberty art.

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We are excited to announce that in addition to the Runabout and Drift pre-orders that are scheduled to go up next week, Club members will be able to purchase EXCLUSIVE Transformers Collectors' Club T-shirts! There will be two styles available for any member to Pre-order.

Click the thumbnail to check out the Style A T-shirt and be sure to add this to your Member Exclusive Club toys order!

Original Source: Transformers Collector's Club T-Shirts Announced - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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The Transformers Collectors' Club has updated again this week. This time with a new exclusive T-shirt! The shirt features the new club exclusives Runamuck and Runabout with the Statue of Liberty, which is a homage to the cover of Marvel's comic issue #23. The club also states that this shirt is one of two with a Style B to revealed soon. This newsie has money on the other shirt being a Deadpool cover homage with Shattered Glass Drift. Time will tell!

You can order this shirt starting next week when preorders for Classics Runabout and Shattered Glass Drift go live on the club store.

Original Source: Transformers Collectors' Club Exclusive Runamuck and Runabout T-shirt - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Past Generation Toys sent us an update. Check it out below.

This week @ PastGenerationToys.com - FREE SHIPPING at Past Generation Toys on ALL orders shipped within the lower 48 United States!

preOrders

DC Direct Arkham City - This series includes Catwoman, Batman, Mad Hatter, Hush and The Riddler.

Mass Effect 3 Action Figures- Mass Effect 3 Series 1 and 2 Action Figures

Statues and Busts -Tons of Gentle Giant and Bowen Designs

Living Dead Dolls -From the movie Kick Ass, now you can own the Hit Girl Kick Ass Previews PX Exclusive Living Dead Doll

To see the full newsletter read the full story!

Original Source: PGT Update Jan 2012 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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More news out of The Transformers Collectors' Club. The club has updated their Facebook page with an image of the upcoming store exclusive Runabout's vehicle mode. This is the first we've seen of this figure in all of it's plastic glory. The Club also states that Runabout's robot mode will be revealed tomorrow. Runabout will be available for preorder sometime next week, according to the Club, along with Shattered Glass Drift. Runabout's partner, Runamuck, will be available as the free figure for signing up for the Transformers Collectors' Club Magazine.

Keep watching for more images here on TFW!

Original Source: Transformers Collectors' Club Exclusive Runabout Vehicle mode - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Site Sponsor, Bigbadtoystore, has updated their preorders page with a ton of new listings for Japanese Transformers Prime toys. Some of these are official confirmation of characters getting toys while others are brand new listings.
No pictures as of yet, but we will keep you posted here on TFW.

Up for Preorder:

• Voyager Optimus Prime
• Deluxe Bumblebee
• Deluxe Cliffjumper
• Deluxe Ratchet
• Deluxe Megatron
• Deluxe Skywarp
• Voyager Starscream
• Deluxe Terrorcon Cliffjumper
• Voyager Bulkhead
• Deluxe Soundwave
• Deluxe Arcee
• Voyager Decepticon Breakdown
• Deluxe Knockout
• Deluxe Decepticon Bikon
• Legends Decepticon Bikon
• Commander Bulkhead
• Commander Optimus Prime
• Commander Megatron
• Commander Starscream
• Legends Bumblebee
• Legends Cliffjumper
• Legends Arcee
• Legends Ratchet
• Legends Eback
• Commander Ironhide
• Commander Dreadwing

Original Source: New Japanese Prime Toy Listings on BBTS - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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MTV Geek has updated their website with a trailer for Transformers Prime Season 2 Episode 1 "Orion Pax part 1". MTV Geek has also provided a short description. Warning! Potential for spoilers if you choose to read on.

MTV Geek is pleased to present you with this exclusive clip from the season premiere of Transformers Prime , "Orion Pax - Part 1," airing Sat, January 28 at 8:30 PM EDT on The Hub. It's the start of a whole new season of Transformers Prime, at its new time of 8:30!

While Optimus suffers from amnesia, Megatron manipulates him into joining the Decepticons.

The Daytime Emmy® Award-winning animated series features archrivals Optimus Prime and Megatron as they once again face-off in their legendary battle for the very future of Earth. Season Two takes us even deeper into the mythology of the Transformers as both the Autobots and Decepticons uncover clues relating to secret artifacts of Iacon which could not only change the balance of power in the war, but also potentially revive their dead home planet of Cybertron.

Transformers Prime returns to the Hub, February 18th at 8:30pm EST with the entire three part episode of "Orion Pax". Enjoy the trailer embedded below.

MTV Shows

Original Source: Transformers Prime Season 2 Orion Pax part 1 Trailer - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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An image of what appears to be the just announced Optimus Maximus figure has surfaced on Twitter. The picture comes from the recently held UK Toyfair catalog. This Optimus figure is rumored to be between leader and supreme class sized and well be compatible with Cyberverse figures and playsets. He will have a base alternate mode.

Check out the image after the break!

Original Source: Transformers Prime Optimus Maximus Revealed - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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In some unexpected awesome news, BWTF.com has got their hands on a Deluxe Ratchet from the Transformers Prime line! Ben has also taken the time to take a bunch of pictures ace review this figure who had, up until now, only been seen arty Botcon 2011.

Rage a look at all the images by clicking the link above or the title bar.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Deluxe Ratchet Revealed and Reviewed - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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It seems the Dark of the Moon news won't stop as brief as each story may be, and this time the news is brought to us by Engadget, who has a brief clip of a special feature of the upcoming Special Edition BluRay, specifically regarding the 3D filming of the movie. The new Special Edition BluRay hits stores on January 31st.

Original Source: Transformers Dark of the Moon Special Features Clip - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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A few days ago we posted a story regarding some updates to the Takara-Tomy website, and today we'll be posting an update to THAT update, as thanks to GunJap.net we have some clarifications regarding what we speculated to be a stage based upon Optimus Prime for the Asahikawa Winter Festival, revealing that the project is in reality a giant 16 Meter (Or 52 1/2 feet) statue of Transformers: Prime Optimus Prime made entirely out of snow. We'll keep you posted on this chilling story as time goes on.

Original Source: 16 Meter Tall Optimus Prime Snow Statue - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Third party group, Igear, has updated their Facebook page with a new prototype image of what appears to be their take on Generation 1 Cliffjumper. As with other Igear figures, this guy looks like he will be carrying quite an arsenal with him.

Check out the image after the break and head over to our new 3rd Party Discussion forum to discuss this and all things 3rd party!

Original Source: IGear PP04 Cliffjumper Prototype - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Jeff Anderson, an interior artist for some of the Transformers Generation 1 Marvel comic books from the 80s currently has some of his original pages online for sale at eBay - Original Transformers G1 Comic Art. These include some pages from Target 2006, among others.

Check out all the pages by clicking here.

Original Source: Original G1 Comic Pages from Jeff Anderson on eBay - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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A bit of news today from Transformers Collector's Club regarding the toy formerly known as Runabout. Full robot mode pictures will be up later today, but the TFCC has announced that the name is no longer available for use and will instead be called "Over-Run" because "from a product standpoint we had to go with the name "Over-Run"... We could have searched out other names CLOSER to Runabout BUT that would have delayed us getting this guy to you all SOONER rather than later. Just all the way the schedule worked out."

From a name copyright standpoint, this naming issue is either due to Star Trek or a little red wagon.

Original Source: TFCC Runabout Now Named "Over-Run" - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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New name? Check! New photo? Check!

The Transformers Collector's Club has updated their website with a new shot of the upcoming exclusive that is formerly known as Runabout. This toy sports a new head designed by Dan Khanna and Paul Brooks and is a remold alongside his fellow Battlecharger Runamuck of the Generations Wheeljack mold.

Hit the jump to read the full bio, and then discuss away with your fellow fans on the boards!

Original Source: New Photo of TFCC Over-Run - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Our fellow fans at Seibertron.com have passed along some interesting new images - one of which appears to be our first look at the Leader Class Weaponizer Optimus Prime. The new Optimus Prime in the pictures appears to have the most accurate truck mode yet, with a smaller handgun and two more cannons mounted on the shoulders - consistent with the earlier reports from earlier this week. The main body itself looks rather bulky, perhaps to a similar level as the original 2007 Movie Leader Class Optimus Prime - suggesting that there might be a soundbox in that torso, or possibly the front end of the cab hanging from the back.

Also pictured are a quartet of new Bot Shots, which includes a Bot Shot version of 2007 Movie Decepticon Brawl, and Transformers Prime Ratchet. There's also a pair of old style formula racing cars, one of whom reminds me of Fizzle from the Sparkabots. The other's a yellow version that reminds me of Generation 2 Blaze. That's probably not who they'll be though.

Original Source: Prime Weaponizer Optimus Prime and More Bot Shots Revealed - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Superquad7 @ TFW2005.com

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The latest wave of TakaraTomy's Transformers United series has hit the shelves in Japan, and TFW2005.com member Masabon has shared some in-hand photos of some of these. Here, we are treated to the United versions of Warpath, Thunderwing, Rodimus Prime, and the Windcharger vs. Decepticon Wipe-Out set! These toys are the identical molds found on the Reveal the Sheild and the Generations releases with some notable deco and paint application changes often characteristic of TakaraTomy's releases.

He has also generously provided some translations of the bios found on the cardbacks (which you can view in the discussion thread). You can also view the image gallery shared with us after the jump! Are you happy with what you have already purchased, or do you find some of the deco changes worth importing? Be sure to discuss your thoughts in our on-going discussion thread !

Original Source: Transformers United Wave 4 - In-hand Photo Gallery - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Superquad7 @ TFW2005.com

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We have yet another Japanese Transformers release shared with us from the new TakaraTomy United line. This time we have in-hand photos of the United Megatron, that is in Hero Megatron from Generation 2 colors! We get to see comparison photos with the Classics Two-Pack Megatron as well as United G2 Optimus Prime duking it out with Megs! You can view the gallery of images mirrored here after the jump!

Original Source: TF United Megatron (G2 Style) - In-hand Gallery - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Bad news reaches us from our sponsors, Big Bad Toy Store and TFSource. The Transformers Prime First Edition toy line, which contains amongst others a very sharp screen accurate Optimus Prime and Bulkhead, plus Cliffjumper with show-accurate arm cannons, have been officially canceled for US distribution. A very small few made it to Toys R Us, along with a partial release of the line in Asia and Canada. Although it was always intended to be a limited run line, it looks now like that many preorders may simply not be filled.

Earlier today, Big Bad Toy Store began sending out the following email:

We apologize that we have learned that Hasbro has canceled these [Transformers Prime First Edition] figures. We will be listing new TF Prime preorders on Wednesday 2/1. Some of these may convert to new listings and some will be canceled. We will email you with updates between now and Wednesday.

TFSource also posted the following on Twitter and Facebook:

Unfortunately we have some bad news, we didn't want to call it until Hasbro confirmed, but the rest of the Transformers Prime First Edition series figures will not hit the US. New Prime preorders will be up next week, if you already have placed an order you can opt to convert to the new product (RID) or cancel your order if you no longer want the RID piece. Once we have more news and the new preorders up next week we'll reach out directly to all customers that preordered.


Unfortunately it seems likely that the line will at this point never see a full, mainstream US release. However, hope is not completely lost - this may be like previous occasions where items that seemed to be canceled eventually turned up in discount stores such as Ross, as was the case with the Reveal the Shield Voyager assortment, Power Core Combiners or Windcharger.

We live in the hope.

Original Source: Transformers Prime First Editions Officially Canceled for the US - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The official Transformers Twitter page has updated with a fun little featurette on the process of designing the defining character of Transformers Dark of the Moon, Sentinel Prime. This is all to promote the release of the Blu-Ray special edition this coming Tuesday, 31 January. Check it out embedded below:

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Designing Sentinel Prime - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Dairycon have unveiled their third exclusive item, the cosmic moocher, Cosmoo! Yes, you read that right - he's a moocher Transformer! He's the third revealed exclusive for Dairycon 2012 - there are four more planned to be revealed, for a total of seven exclusive items!

Dairycon 2012 is held over the weekend of April 27th and 28th, 2012 at the Ramada Plaza Hotel in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. For more information and to pre-register head on over to the Dairycon 2012 homepage!

Original Source: Dairycon 2012 Exclusive Cosmoo! - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Stylin Online sent us a note letting us know about a sale they are having through Sunday night. A ton of Transformers products are on sale for half price or more, most tees under 10 bucks.

If you are looking for items not-Transformers related, they've listed all their sale items on one page here: Holiday Blowout!

T-Shirts - Under 10 bucks

Autobot Tracks T-Shirt
Transformers Megatron Poised T-Shirt
Transformers Octagonal Scene T-Shirt
Transformers Trucker T-Shirt
Optimus Prime T-Shirt
Transformers Cons Bots T-Shirt
Transformers Prime Shot T-Shirt
Transformers Movie Poster T-Shirt
Transformers Autobot Collage T-Shirt
Transformers Decepticon Group T-Shirt
Transformers Face Off Movie T-Shirt
Transformers Megatron T-Shirt
Transformers Movie Barricade T-Shirt
Transformers Megatron T-Shirt
Transformers Movie Optimus T-Shirt
Transformers Rodimus Poster T-Shirt
Transformers Collage T-Shirt
Transformers Prime Cloud T-Shirt
Transformers Optimus Vote T-Shirt
Transformers 2004 Convention T-Shirt
Transformers 84 T-Shirt
Transformers Autobot T-Shirt
Transformers Decepticon T-Shirt
Transformers Soundwave T-Shirt
Autobot T-Shirt
Silver Autobot T-Shirt
Transformers Movie Decepticon T-Shirt
Transformers Movie Decepticon Logo T-Shirt
Decepticon Logo T-Shirt
Transformers Blackout T-Shirt

Hats - 2 for 35 or less

Autobot Hat
Decepticon Hat
Transformers Autobot Many Symbols Hat
Transformers Autobot Robots Hat
Transformers Decepticon Many Names Hat
Transformers Decepticon Stencil Hat
Transformers Decepticon Logo Hat
Transformers Jingle Logo Hat
Transformers Spray Youth Hat
Transformers Bumblebee Youth Hat
Transformers Animated Group Youth Hat
Transformers Bumblebee Brim Youth Hat
Transformers Optimus Movie Youth Hat

Original Source: Stylin Online - 2 Day Sale Transformers and More! - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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The Official Transformers Collectors' Club has Tweeted a new image of their upcoming exclusives Runamuck and Over-Run. Seen here together for the first time, the two partners are giving eachother a high five.

Runamuck will be available with from the Collector's Club for free with a paid subscription by March 16th. Over-Run will be for sale via the Club's store with preorders going live early next week.

The Collectors' club has also tweeted that the final preview of Shattered Glass Drift, the other store exclusive for 2012, will be posted on Monday.

Check out the image after the break.

Original Source: New Image of Transformers Collectors' Club Runamuck and Over-Run - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Feeling a little down now that TFC Toys' Hercules project has been completed? Are you feeling a loss that can only be filled by another 3rd party Devastator project? Don't worry, TFW has you covered. The first two components from Giant, a 3rd party Devastator custom project from Maketoys, have started arriving at the front doors of fans. Thanks to several 2005 Board members, ACToys, and livedoor we have a ton of images to take a look at!

We've got it all!

• Pictures showing off articulation (Check out the ankle rocking joints!)
• Comparison pics with TFC Toys Hercules figures and Fansproject Bruticus
• In package and out of package pics
• Robot mode, vehicle mode, and limb mode pictures
• Teasing from 2005 Board member Drillbit on a possible interative feature with Maketoys' upcoming Not-Fallen figure. (Take this as a rumor for now!)

Be sure to discuss this project in our Maketoys Giant thread in our new 3rd Party Forum and share your thoughts!

Original Source: Maketoys Giant Excavator and Bulldozer Pictorial Review - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Here's something very cool that you might enjoy taking a look at. South Carolina news program Carolina Camera recently did a segment on the Transformers collection of 2005's very own Flywheels! Check out this very cool video, showcasing Flywheel's very awesome collection that spans the generations, American, European and Japanese releases.



Want to show off your collection? Check out our Transformers Collection Showcase section of the boards!

Original Source: Transformers Fans in the News: Flywheel's Collection - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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Recently in Japan the new wave of Transformers United toys has been released, and TFW2005 Boards member Masabon has been gracious enough to share with us some photos from this new wave, which is marked with a sticker indicating this wave will be in limited quantities. This wave is composed of Windcharger/Wipe-Out, Thunderwing, Warpath, Rodimus Prime, and a G2-styled Megatron (not in gallery).

Original Source: Transformers United Wave 4 In-Hand images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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3rd Party Group, X-Transbots, has stepped up to answer the call many movie fans have been making since 2007. A new set of images has popped up over on Weibo (login required) of a Leader Blackout with Scorponok figure.

No release date yet, but as additional information rolls in we'll keep you posted. In the meantime, click on the title bar to see the images and begin drooling.

Original Source: X-Transbots Leader Class Movie Blackout - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Continuing on from our previously reported news on the new United Figures. Snakas Blog and 2005 Board Masabon have provided us with several new pictures of United Rodimus. The latest use of the Classics Rodimus mold features a remolded engine with a reverse Minicon port for attaching the Japanese Exclusive Powercore Combiner Targetmaster repaints. He also features a richer maroon color scheme.

Is this a Rodimus you plan to add to your ever growing Classic collection? Sound off on the 2005 Boards.

Original Source: Transformers United Rodimus Images and Comparison Pics - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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The Transformers Twitter has updated with a new video today featuring the big bad pet of Shockwave from Dark Of The Moon: The Driller! According to the designers, Driller was even more difficult to animate than Revenge of The Fallen's Devastator. This is to promote the release of the Blu-Ray special edition this coming Tuesday, 31 January. Check it out embedded below:

Original Source: Dark Of The Moon Designing Driller - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Website i09.com has updated with a seven page preview of Transformers Infestation 2 #1. This comic is part of an IDW crossover event within their respective properties. No Zombies in this sequel, Lovecraftian Cthulhu monsters have infected the Decepticons and will be making life difficult for the Autobots in this return to IDW's Hearts Of Steel Universe. A description of the book is as follows:

Infestation 2: TRANSFORMERS #1 (of 2)
Chuck Dixon (w) • Guido Guidi (a) • Livio Ramondelli, Guidi (c)
The Infestation threat has broken the boundaries of time and the Lovecraftian monsters invade the world of Transformers: Hearts of Steel! It's a steam-punk world in the grips of panic as terrifying beings from the depths of the ocean corrupt both humans and Decepticons! Only one man knows how to stop the Infestation, and it's up to him to awaken the Autobots in time to prevent full-scale cataclysm!

Transformers Infestation 2 #1 hits comic stands this Wednesday, February 1st. Click the title bar to check out the preview

Original Source: IDW Transformers Infestation 2 #1 Preview - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We have receivd an update from our friends at TFSource:

Greetings SourceFans!
This week we have new preorders from Perfect Effect and Shooter Master's! Along with preorders, we also have received a small restock of a handful of popular Perfect Effect figures! Your Mighty Hercules is about to be complete because TFC Toys Madblender is now instock and preorders are currently being shipped out! Didn't preorder? Order your TFC Toys Hercules figures here! New instock items from Crazy Devy, restock preorders for popular Maketoy and Fansproject items, and MORE... in this week's SourceNews!

In this issue of SourceNews:
1. New PE-DX-01 RC - Motorcycle from Perfect Effect - Preorder up!
2. Now instock: TFC Toys Madblender!
3. Now up for preorder: Shooter Master's Animated Robots Set of 3, Core Assortment Set of 4, and Deceptive Constructs set of 3!
4. Perfect Effect Restock!
5. TFSource Restock!
6. Now instock! Crazy Devy's CDMW-02K & J - Waist / Hip parts for Encore #20!
7. Now instock: XP-01 - Add on kit for Encore #20 Devastator!
8. Now instock: BTS-05 Tremor and Frequency!
9. Now up for preorder; JB-07 Power of Destruction Upgrade Kit!
10. Transformers Generations - 2011 Million Publishing Exclusive - Stepper Now Instock!
11. New Source Article!
12. Newest Instock items at TFsource
13. Newest Preorder items at TFsource

Click here to visit TFSource and start shopping!

Original Source: TFSource Sourcenews for 30 January 2012 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Deefuzz @ TFW2005.com

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We've just received our press release regarding the Transformers Collector's Club Exclusive Over-Run and Shattered Glass Drift, with word that pre-orders will begin early this week. Along with the release are images of each item, as well as a pair of t-shirts, and the following information:

Now, the BIG news! The Over-Run package will come with a slot in the foam for members to store their Runamuck figure. These two “RUN” partners will never be far apart when chaos comes calling! Also, as previously announced, Drift will come with both his swords AND two guns. The first time this mold has been offered with a mix of both!

Those of you looking forward to purchasing these items should make sure to keep your eyes glued to the frontpage of TFW2005 and to the Transformers Collector's Club Twitter feed from this point on for news on when the preorders will begin!

Original Source: Transformers Collector's Club Exclusive Over-Run and Shattered Glass Drift Pre-Order Early This Week - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Joel from Big Bad Toy Store sent us a note letting us know that they now have the pre-orders for US Transformers Prime RID figures available. This includes Voyager, Deluxe, Cyberverse, Bot Shot and Role Play.

Check them all out here: Transformers Prime @ BBTS

Original Source: Transformers Prime RID Figures up for Pre-Order at BBTS - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Transformers Galaxy have posted some new images to their Facebook gallery showing some future assortments of the Bot Shots toys. These leaked images show off future additions to the line, confirming it's a full cross-continuity series with Generation 1, War for Cybertron (in the form of Megatron) and Movie series all represented.

On the images, one shows Wave 2, which introduces new characters Mirage, Ratchet (both Generation 1, though Ratchet's vehicle mode is his Movie Humvee mode). They are joined by Decepticon Brawl from the movie series, and that clear yellow one we mentioned the other day? First Bumblebee redeco of the line.

A future wave (unnumbered in the leaked image) adds Thundercracker (Generation 1, Starscream redeco) and Jetfire (based on Classics). Also new to that wave are Lockdown (Movie series) and Topspin from Dark of the Moon.

Click the link above or the title of this story to check out the images.

Original Source: Transformers Bot Shots Mirage, Jetfire, Thundercracker, Lockdown, Movie Topspin and more Revealed! - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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As the title says folks! The 2012 Transformers Collector's Club exclusives, Over-Run and Shattered Glass Drift, are now available to pre-order! Click the links below to view their order pages and remember - these are likely to sell out quickly, so if you know you want to get them do not hesitate to pull that trigger on ordering!

TFCC Over-Run - $54 members price
TFCC Shattered Glass Drift - $49 members price

Also check out the T-Shirts! $20 each, available in a variety of sizes, the XL ones are linked below:

TFCC Over-Run & Runamuck Shirt
TFCC Shattered Glass Drift Shirt

These shirts are made to order - so if you don't preorder them, you won't get one down the line.

Original Source: Transformers Collectors Club Over-Run and Shattered Glass Drift Now Available for Pre-Order - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Tomorrow is Tuesday and that usually means the latest in home entertainment hits store shelves. Transformers Dark Of The Moon is no exception as the 3D Blu Ray Special Edition will be released tomorrow. Paramount has been teasing us with several videos of the bonus features and today has been no different. First, a pair of videos have been posted to the Offical Transformers Facebook page here. The most recent comes through us via the Official Transformers Twitter page and is embedded below for your enjoyment!

Original Source: More Dark Of The Moon Special Edition 3D Blu Ray Bonus Videos - Transformer World 2005