Transformers News

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Board members spiritprime and Computicon have stopped by to share with us some info on Transformers Prime airing in Australia and Brazil.

Thanks to Griffin of Oz, Cartoon Network will be airing Transformers Prime starting in 2012 in Australia. In Brazil, Cartoon Network will also be showing the popular new cartoon as well on Monday nights. Starting on November 7th.

Check out the Brazil news here or hit the discuss link to continue on and share your thoughts on Australia's good news.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Coming to Brazil and Australia - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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Harry Potter and Transformers toys ranked high among children over the summer. Toy News Online reports that, in a survey of children aged seven to eleven, of all this summers licensed toys, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 toys took 19.12% of the market. Transformers: Dark of the Moon was second and Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides was a close third.

Unsurprisingly, comic properties like Thor, X-Men and Green Lantern failed to make much of a dent. Just check your toy store shelves for proof. Some properties, like Captain America didn't even make the top 10.

More of this news story after the jump.

Original Source: Harry Potter and Transformers Claim Top Summer Toy Honors - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The official Transformers Facebook page has updated with a new teaser image from the season finale of Transformers Prime, One Shall Rise! It's a dark and storm night at Autobot HQ - a bad omen, or just some cool atmosphere? Tune in to The Hub this weekend and find out!

Original Source: Transformers Prime One Shall Rise Official Countdown Teaser Image 2 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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As a little follow-on to our Sideswipe gallery we featured earlier, here's Sideswipe's remold, Darksteel, in all his glory! Darksteel features a new head which has a unique charm all of its own, very different to your typical Movie Transformer's head. His vehicle mode deco is excellent, in black with teal tribal details which looks really sharp. Robot mode is a departure revealing a lot of mustard yellow, which contrasts nicely against the darker vehicle parts. He's a homage to Beast Wars Quickstrike, and the resemblance comes out when the two are stood together - but make no mistake, Darksteel has an identity all of his own! He's been in stock on Hasbro Toy Shop recently, though there has not been a US bricks and mortar store sighting yet.

Well worth checking out as and when he arrives, he's a great redeco of a fun mold.

Click on the link below to view our full Darksteel gallery:

Transformers Dark of the Moon Darksteel Gallery

Be sure to check back every day this week as we add more Transformers Dark of the Moon galleries as we count down to the launch of the Dark of the Moon blu-Ray / DVD.

Original Source: TFW Dark of the Moon Darksteel Gallery - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Some additional images of the Perfect Effect PE-12 unofficial Arcee from Super Festival 57 have been posted on Tomopop. These new images show this Generation 1 / Prime hybrid design in more detail in both robot and alternate mode - the robot mode can also be seen from the back for a better idea of what her backpack looks like. In motorcycle mode, Arcee can take one of the previous Perfect Effect mini-figures as a rider. Read on for our mirror of all the images.

Original Source: Perfect Effect PE-12 Arcee New Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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The war for earth is coming to a town near you in the new TRANSFORMERS Social Networking Application, TF3 Battle Zone! Choose your side between the AUTOBOTS or DECEPTICONS and defend your city by claiming real-world territory using the foursquare API. Turn any location into a BATTLE ZONE with this innovative social networking app and link TF3 Battle Zone to your foursquare, Twitter or Facebook profile to join the geo-social battle for world domination!

Requirements: Compatible with iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad. Requires iOS 4.2 or later.

Note: The game will be available on Android and Facebook soon.

iOS version can be downloaded here. Take a look at the Screenshots, after the jump.

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Battle Zone By Paramount Digital Entertainment - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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TFC toys has uploaded some new images to their Weibo account (registration required). In these pics we can see some prototype images of the anticipated Hercules figure in combined mode holding his rifle. Hercules' rifle is comprised of the individual figures weapons in the set. Additionally, you can check out pictures of a few other projects they're working on such as the dinosaur robot combiner and their upcoming Not-Reflector.

Another new image TFC has added is of the group working on packing Exgraver figures.

Check out the images by clicking on the title bar.

Original Source: New TFC toys Prototype images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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MTV Geek have updated with a brief preview clip of this weekend's new episode of Transformers Prime, One Shall Rise Part 1. Things look to be getting very intense, and that is ALL I am saying. Be warned, massive spoilers ahead! You have been warned!

Get More: MTV Shows

Original Source: Transformers Prime One Shall Rise Part 1 Clip SPOILERS - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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JustiToys have updated their Facebook gallery with new pictures of their WST Sixshot. These new images show off the robot mode of the unofficial WST, along with a size comparison with their WST Bombardier. There is also an indication of die cast content, which is mainly the chest and the feet.

Original Source: JustiToys Sixshot Worlds Smallest Transformer New Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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A fun new commercial for Transformers Prime has begun to air on The Hub. We don't have a recording of it yet, but it was too brilliant not to mention. The gist is that the commercial features Megatron - in detention! (He was sent there because he has "anger issues")

Keep your eyes on The Hub to catch this brilliant little commerical for Transformers Prime!

EDIT: Oh hey, look at that. Thanks to TFW member angelus2402004 we now have video of the (very short) commerical.

Original Source: New Transformers Prime Hub Commercial - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Mastermind Creations have updated their blog with a prototype image of their Terminus Hexatron aka Sixshot. Hexatron will be shown to the public for the first time at the 8th Victoria Ultimate Hobby and Toy Fair on 16 October, along with more upcoming designs unveiled at the show. Mastermind Creations are also producing the show's exclusive, the KM-01X Knight Morpher Commander Shattered Glass Version, and the Lucky Draw KM-03 Cyclops.

Original Source: Mastermind Creations Terminus Hexatron Prototype - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Next up in our countdown to the release of Transformers Dark of the Moon on DVD & Blu-Ray is Air Raid! Air Raid is a part of wave 5 with Darksteel, who we put up a gallery of yesterday, and Armor Topspin. Air Raid is the lone new mold in the assortment, a radar / spy plane to shore up the Movie Autobots' air force. In robot mode he's a bit quirky, with a flail on one arm, and the radar dish transforms into a shield - very much like a gladiator! But when you need more firepower, the radar dish MechTech transforms into a blaster weapon. Air Raid also has a variety of different sockets to attach weapons in robot and jet modes, and the fully kitted out jet mode is a sight to behold!

Click on the link below to view the full gallery:

Dark of the Moon Deluxe Air Raid Gallery

Check back tomorrow and Friday for more Transformers Dark of the Moon toy galleries as we count down to the home release of the movie! (And no, tomorrow is not Armor Topspin )

Original Source: TFW Dark of the Moon Air Raid Gallery - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Cybertronian’s got their own Social Network too. Our fellow Autobots and Decepticons are getting ready for the #TF3Friday. Take a look at their “News Feed” at BOTFILE.

Original Source: TF3FRIDAY Marketing Campaign - BOTFILE; Cybertron’s Social Network - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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A new 3rd party group has stepped up to the plate and unveiled their first project. Super Robot Creaticon has updated their Weibo account and their blog with pictures of a new Quintesson figure called Legend Heros-01 Q's Judge. While these look similar to the previously released 3rd Party Quintessons from Impossible Toys, they do indeed have some slight differences. Mainly in their size. They are displayed in these pictures with Dr. Wu's W-01 Non Transforming Shark Clones but whether or not the two projects are related remains to be determined.

The Legend Heros-01 Q's Judge figures are listed as coming soon in 2011. We'll keep you updated on TFW if these indeed come out before the new year. But for now you can check out the new images and join the discussion after the break.

Original Source: New 3rd Party Quintesson Figure - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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As September ends and October begins, the CHAOS rumbles on! Hitting stores next week is Transformers Ongoing 27, part two of "The Last Story on Earth". Can human-Autobot relations be salvaged? Pick up Ongoing issue 27 and find out!


TRANSFORMERS ONGOING #27
IDEA & DESIGN WORKS LLC
(W) Mike Costa (A) Brendan Cahill (CA) Brendan Cahill, Marcelo Matere

"The Last Story On Earth" continues with shocking revelations into what the humans have done to Cybertronians and what they plan to do! Alliances between the two races are on the brink-can Jazz, an Autobot who killed a human, possibly bring both sides back before utter destruction occurs? Here's a hint: Not bloody likely! CHAOS continues right here!

Original Source: Diamond Comics Shipping List for 5 October - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Josh Keaton recently posted on his Facebook wall an image from the recording studio of Transformers Prime, showing the talented Steve Blum with legendary Transformers voice actor Peter Cullen and legendary TV animation voice actor Frank Welker. Josh added a comment to the picture that was a particular tease:

Darren Norris is off to the side as well as another great VA who will be playing a new (to the show) autobot I can't name yet o_0

So as well as more confirmed Knockout for future episodes, we've got confirmation that a new Autobot character will be joining the cast! Who will be voicing them though? Could this be David Kaye's character, or someone else entirely? Join in the speculation on our 2005 Boards!

Original Source: Transformers Prime New Autobot Cast Addition - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The Hub have released a further three promotional images for this weekend's Transformers Prime episode. One Shall Rise Part 1 airs this Saturday and the Transformers Facebook page have continued to update with new promotional images for the episode - check out this one of Megatron in flight.

A further two images of an increasingly derranged and potentially possessed Megatron have also been released by the Hub, with credit to Big Shiny Robot for sharing them with us.

It's a Megatron bonzanza! Read on and check out all the new promo images.

Original Source: Transformers Prime One Shall Rise Three More Promotional Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Kickback @ TFW2005.com

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TFWe, the monthly e-magazine from TFW2005.COM, has released their 5th issue and it's a Robots in Disguise Anniversary Celebration issue! Packed entirely of nothing but the fan-loved Transformers: Robots in Disguise, join the staff of TFWe AND TFW2005.COM as we look at the history of Robots in Disguise, where the franchise is now in terms of ownership, some of our favorite toys, and of course...

...TFW2005.COM's campaign, Scourge, Not Nemesis Prime!

CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE R.I.D. ISSUE OF TFWe!

Your cover art is courtesy of both Don Figueroa (pencils), and Joe Moore (inks, colors, layout). We also use a lot of information thanks to Jon Hartman and a not-so-well-known sister-site of TFW2005.COM, RIDFOREVER.INFO. We review the Toys'R'Us Exclusive from 2002, RID Scourge, TFCC Side Burn, compare US to Japanese names, and we're given a special introduction from the owner of TFW2005.COM and all the 2005 Network sites, Tony_Bacala.

What are you waiting for?

CHECK OUT ROBOTS IN DISGUISE ANNIVERSARY ISSUE OF TFWe BY CLICKING HERE!!!!

Special thanks to all who helped with this issue. Give us a read and as September comes to an end, let's give one last big hurrah to one of our favorite series ... TRANSFORMERS: Robots in Disguise!!!!!!

Original Source: TFWe 05 Release - Robots in Disguise Anniversary Special - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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TFW2005 Member and my good friend shadow2879 told us that he recently had the privilege to visit Hasbro.

Here’s a list of upcoming toys according to what he found out:

• Two Movie Wheeljack/Que toys – One toy with the movie head and another with the “Classic” head [In my opinion they may have gone for a Transformers: Dark of the Moon Prequel Comic – Rising Storm Wheeljack]
• Two Mirage/Dino figures
• Mirage/Dino Human Alliance figure
• Decepticon Remold of Mirage [Just like DarkSteel from Sideswipe]
• Purplish Laserbeak repaint with a different head [Buzzsaw]

We thank Shadow for bringing us this juicy toy news. If these do go into production, then I’m sure many of you will have lighter wallets very soon.

Original Source: Upcoming Transformers Movie Toys - Wheeljack, Mirage And Buzzsaw - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Coming at you via ACToys is a new image (two actually but the other is largely the same and a little blurrier) of the TFC Dinobots. Exactly what these guys are was something of a question for a long while, but these new images appear to clear it up - they're unofficial third party Dinobots. Just check out how close to the original, official Generation 1 toy Swoop is. In lieu of real Dinobots from the good people at Hasbro, these might find their way onto a few shelves.

Also shown in the same thread is a new look at the TFC Toys Star Cat robot set. This one's got nothing to do with Transformers (its based on a different, Chinese animated show) but the toy design borrows a cue or two from Transformers. Worth checking out if you are a fan of TFC Toys work and want to support them branching out into more original properties.

Original Source: TFC Toys Unofficial Dinobots New Prototype Image - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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A quick nuggets of information for you from the Transformers Collectors Club today. Shattered Glass Drift, the Mech with the Mouth, shown off in issue #41 of the Transformers Collectors Club magazine (arriving now) has had a question hanging over his head for a while - guns or swords? Well, here's the answer straight from the TFCC's Twitter feed:

People are asking. Does SG Drift come with swords or guns? Well... He comes with BOTH! Big ol sword, two small swords and two small guns!

So there you have it, Shattered Glass Drift will have both swords and guns - just like a certain Merc with the mouth...

Original Source: Shattered Glass Drift to come with Swords & Guns - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The Transformers Collectors Club have announced the artist who will be drawing the profiles for the TFCC Magazine in the next six issues - Matthew Armstrong! The Transformers Collectors Club homepage has updated with a sample of his artwork for the Generation 2 themed profiles in the 2012 issues, featuring a toy very near and dear to me personally, Generation 2 Flamefeather! Check it out, and check out some of the other work in his portfolio.

Original Source: Matthew Armstrong to draw art for 2012 TFCC Magazine Profiles - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Transformers Dark of the Moon is released on DVD and Blu-Ray tomorrow! All week we have been counting down to this moment with new toy galleries, and for today, day four of our countdown, we bring you Dark of the Moon exclusives! Any good Transformers line brings some limited run toys only available at certain stores, and Dark of the Moon is no exception. Today for your enjoyment we have:

Lawsons Exclusive Darkside Optimus Prime by SydneyY - a very sharp recolor of Hunt for the Decepticons Voyager Battle Blades Optimus Prime available when you pre-bought a ticket for the Japanese screening of Dark of the Moon at Lawsons.

Wal-Mart Exclusive "Rally" Sideswipe by SydneyY - a cool blue and yellow recolor of Hunt for the Decepticons Deluxe Sidearm Sideswipe, this very creative deco is loaded with little references to other Transformers series.

Target Exclusive Space Case by thedrknss48 - Space Case was a part of an assortment with translucent versions of Bumblebee, Jazz and Arcee. The sole new character in the assortment, he's a remold of Hunt for the Decepticons Terradive and a homage to Generation 2 Space Case.


Be sure to check back tomorrow for the grand finale of our Dark of the Moon DVD & Blu-Ray release countdown - we've one or two more cool galleries to share!

Original Source: TFW Dark of the Moon Countdown - Exclusives Galleries - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Roll Out Roll Call, the UK convention show for Transformers, GI-Joe & Action Force is back, announcing their first weekender dates for 2012 and a new bigger venue.
Taking place over the 10th and 11th of March 2012 at The Jury's Inn in Southampton, England, the show promises to be even more popular bringing together fans and collectors under one roof.

As part of the launch, the first two guests have been announced in the form of two legendary writers, GI-Joe A Real American Hero writer Larry Hama (who will be signing for the first time in the UK) and Transformers & Action Force writer Simon Furman.

More guests will be announced, as will additional features for the show, including presentations and panels. Tickets will go on sale soon and will have limited availability. For more launch details on the show: visit ROLL OUT ROLL CALL Transformers & GI-Joe 2012 UK Convention | All The Cool Stuff or follow @rolloutrollcall on Twitter

Original Source: Roll Out Roll Call, The UK convention show for Transformers, GI-Joe - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Board member Masabon has stopped by to share with us an interview with the designer of Dark Of The Moon Ultimate Optimus Prime. Masabon has also taken the time to translate the intreview for us. In the interview he gives some detail about the design process and what he wanted to achieve with the figure.

TakashiI Kunihiro has worked with Takara since 1984. He is now the senior designer and has contributed since Season 3 of Generation 1.

His past work includes -

• G1 HOT RODIMUS(HOTROD)
• G1 RODIMUS CONVOY(RODIMUS PRIME)
• G1 CHROME DOME
• G1 VICTORY SABER
• GRAND CONVOY
• GALAXY CONVOY
• MOVIE OPTIMUS PRIME(Leader class)

Take a look at the full interview after the jump!

Original Source: Interview with designer of Ultimate Optimus, Takashi Kunihiro - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

[quote] Is everyone getting excited for tomorrow's all-new episode of Transformers Prime, One Shall Rise? I sure am! To further whet your appetite for the new episode, Movieweb have posted up a second preview clip. Check it out below:

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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The hunt continues! 2005 Board member 0ptimus57993 has found the latest wave of Dark Of The Moon Human Alliance Basic figures at retail. New figures in this wave come in the form of Decepticon Dragstrip with Master Disaster and Sandstorm redeco Halftrack with Major Altitude. These figures were found at a Fred Meyers store in Washington.

Finding new Transformers at retail? Stop by our sightings forum and let everyone know!

Original Source: Human Alliance Basics Dragstrip and Halftrack found at retail - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Site sponsor Past Generation Toys sent us an update, check the details below.

Have you seen the new Past Generation Toys website?! Check out the site today! PastGenerationToys.com

Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon – The movie was just released on DVD so fill in the gaps for collections!

GI Joe – Tons of GI Joe 30th Anniversary Action Figures and Vehicles and we will have the GI Joe Renegades Action Figures next week.

Bowen Designs Statues and Busts – They keep putting out some great pieces! These PreOrder are defiantly worth a look! Also check out what we have in-stock; several of the Bowen Designs pieces have lowered prices!

Gentle Giant Statues and Busts – Tons of Marvel (yes, we said Marvel!) and Star Wars PreOrders! We will have the 12” Scale Jawa next week!

Marvel Universe – Marvel Universe Series 15 is In Stock and Marvel Universe Series 16 are up as PreOrders

Don’t forget to check out the PGT Blog now being written by R. Ticulation and to follow Past Generation Toys on Twitter, @pastgentoys, and/ “Like” Past Generation Toys on Facebook!

Thanks from all of us at Past Generation Toys!!

Joshua

Original Source: Past Generation Toys Update - 9/2011 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Here's an interesting little observation passed along by Automaton Toys over on our sister site Cybertron.CA. On the recently released Transformers Chronicle reissues, the inner flaps depict some different Dark of the Moon / Generation 1 toy combinations. Optimus Prime's Chronicle release shows Dark of the Moon and Generation 1 Ratchet, while Megatron's box flaps show Dark of the Moon and Generation 1 Shockwave! Could this be indication of future reissues in the Transformers Chronicle line and the fulfillment of many a fan's earnest desire to own an original Shockwave, or merely a cruel glimpse at a possibility that may never come to pass?

One thing is for sure - if there is any further news, we'll have an update for you right here on the TFW frontpage. Watch this space.

Original Source: Rumor - Transformers Chronicle Shockwave and Ratchet - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Perfect Effect have updated their blog with some new renders of their motorbike Arcee aka their PE-DX01 RC. These new images give this very Robotech Cyclone Cycle-esque looking take on Arcee something we've not seen before - color! For the first time, we have an indication of what the colors on this piece will be. How do they work for you? Share your thoughts on our 2005 boards.

Original Source: Perfect Effect PE-DX01 RC Arcee CGI Renders - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Transformers Friday has arrived! The day when Transformers Dark of the Moon arrives on DVD and Blu-Ray is here! Enjoy all the pulse-pounding action and excitement again, this time in the comfort of your own home!

To celebrate, we have one more Transformers Dark of the Moon gallery to share with you. This one is brought to you by Photo Staff member TFareCool, and it's the big guy himself. Potentially the best villain of the trilogy, voiced to perfection by Leonard Nimoy... today is Transformers Friday, and we bring to you a gallery of Transformers Dark of the Moon Sentinel Prime!

Dark of the Moon Leader Class Sentinel Prime Gallery

Click on the discuss link to view the complete list of new galleries that our photo staff team have been sharing with you all week. We've plenty more great stuff to come - so keep it TFW for more sizzling Transformers toy photo galleries.

Original Source: Transformers Friday! Dark of the Moon Sentinel Prime Gallery! - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Good news! The next waves of Transformers Dark of the Moon Deluxes has hit retail in Canada. Dark of the Moon Deluxe Wave 4 - Cyberfire Bumblebee and Specialist Ratchet - have been spotted by Cybertron.CA member jacobot at the TRU Brampton in Ontario.

But more importantly, Dark of the Moon Deluxe Wave 5 is also showing up at Canadian retail! Not even out in the US yet, but Darksteel, Air Raid and Autobot Armor Topspin have appeared in Ontario and Quebec at Zellers and TRU stores. You can thank Cybertron.CA member Cloudhopper and TFW member Megatroptimus for that sighting.

Check out the original sighting report over at Cybertron.CA! Hopefully a US retail sighting will follow shortly. And hey, to pass the time until they hit US retail (and to whet your appetite for these new toys) check out our Darksteel and Air Raid galleries!

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Deluxe Wave 5 Darksteel, Air Raid and Armor Topspin Released in Canada - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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On Wednesday, September 28th, the TFW2005 family lost one of their own. Gary Clark, aka Optimus_Scourge, a former moderator and former photo staff member of TFW2005.COM, as well as a current moderator on our sister site ToyArk.com, passed away suddenly at his home. He was 34 years old.

He is survived by his wife and longtime TFW2005 member Luisa ("Arcee"), as well as his two sons.

Gary had a passion for Transformers and G.I. Joe. The only thing that seemed to surpass it was his passion for helping his friends and others in the collector community. Gary was always ready to meet someone new with a smile on his face and share his passion of collecting with others. The news of his passing comes as a total shock for countless members who had not only spoken to him recently, but had seen him at the last New Jersey Collectors Convention (NJCC) in April, and had planned to see him again in the next couple of weeks at the next NJCC.

Gary started as everyone does here at TFW2005 as a member. Over time he quickly gained the reputation of having a level-head, being incredibly friendly, and very out-going. Over the course of many years, he attended several BotCon conventions and became a close friend to many of us on staff. He became a moderator but his passion didn't stop there, and he also became a member of our Photo Staff. Due to circumstances beyond his control, Gary scaled back his participation from the site but could never let go completely, and was currently an acting moderator at our sister site, TOYARK.COM. He participated in numerous Transformers-related podcasts over the last few years.

Gary also met the love of his life on our forums, Luisa ("Arcee"), kindling their relationship at OTFCC 2004 and eventually getting married. To this day they hold the distinct title of being the first and only real-life love story to have happened thanks to TFW2005.COM.

Funeral services for Gary Clark will be held at The Fitzgerald & Collins Funeral Home in Marlboro, Massachusettes. The service will start at 1pm on Sunday, October 2nd. For more information, please check the following link:

The Fizgerald & Collins Funeral Home

In these hard economic times the cost of putting to rest our loved ones can make things even more difficult than they already are. Gary's widow Luisa ("Arcee", a long time member of TFW2005) has set up a PayPal account for anyone willing to send donations to help cover the major expenses (totaling in excess of $10,000 just for funeral costs alone). TFW2005.COM is not directly connected to this PayPal account but supports the reason for its creation and supports the cause. Gary did not have any life insurance, thus all expenses must be paid out of pocket.

To send a donation via PayPal, be sure to select the option of GIFT, and send any amount to the following addres: rip.garydclark@yahoo.com

The entire staff of TFW2005.COM sends their sincerest respects and condolences to Luisa and Gary's family. We invite all of our members and guests reading this to share any memories they have of Gary in the current discussion thread. While we mourn his passing, Gary will never truly be gone as long as we never forget him.

Rest in Peace, Gary. And thank you for the memories.

Original Source: R.I.P. Gary Clark, aka Optimus Scourge - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The latest assortment of Transformers Dark of the Moon toys has hit Japan, and with them comes a catalog showing some upcoming releases. One of the upcoming releases is DA-34 Leadfoot, a Japan-only single pack release of the Deluxe class toy that is slated for a Target exclusive two pack in the US. This image from a Japanese image board indicates that like the Human Alliance toy in Japan, the Japanese single pack deluxe will be a plain red car - no sponsor markings or giant target logo - not even a big Autobot logo to balance it out!

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Deluxe Leadfoot Japan Edition Image - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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This is it - the day you have been waiting for! Transformers Prime's Earth-shaking season finale airs TODAY on the Hub! One Shall Fall ended on one of the best cliffhanger endings in a Transformers show in years - and by all indications, One Shall Rise will go so much further as an epic finale. Be sure to tune in to The Hub!

To whet your appetite, here's a couple more official promo images released through the Transformers Facebook page.

Click the discuss button to jump to the One Shall Rise discussion thread!

Original Source: Transformers Prime One Shall Rise Part 1 Airs Today! - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We've got a selection of news bits from Japan courtesy of Masabon today, as today is the release day for Takara-Tomy's sixth wave of Dark of the Moon toys!

First up, in hand images of the Japanese version of Human Alliance Leadfoot, who lacks the sponsor details - not just the Target logos, but all the rest, too, right down to the numbers on the doors.

Today also sees the release of the new Takara-Tomy Dark of the Moon MechTech campaign. Three items were released:

Starscream's Null Ray Sword, limited to 6'000 pieces, was available at Toys R Us Japan
Bumblebee's Plasma Blaster Cannon was available at Yodobashi Camera.
Barricade's MechTech gatling claw was available at Bic Camera (not pictured)

All three were apparently limited to 20 pieces per store, available with a purchase of 3000 yen or more on Transformers Dark of the Moon merchandise. They all sport that sharp looking black and silver deco, too.

Lastly the new releases include a catalog, which gives some future release dates for upcoming toys, include Wheeljack and Soundwave!

>November
DD-09 Human Alliance Soundwave 6300yen
DA-28 Striker Optimus Prime 9240yen
DA-33 Seeker Air Raid (Hasbro's Air Raid) 2730yen
DA-34 Deluxe Leadfoot 2730yen
CV-26 Cyberverse Soundwave 714yen

>December
DD-13 Deluxe Soundwave 2730yen
DA-31 Autobot Que 2730yen

Yes, you read that correctly - in Japan, he's going to be called Que, not Wheeljack! Could this be clearing the way to call the alternate head version Wheeljack later on, or merely keeping in step with the movie's dialogue?

Original Source: TakaraTomy Dark of the Moon Wave 6 & Campaign Items Released, Future Releases - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Vangelus, Aaron, and Omegus discuss the very nature of humanity today. Either that or they cover Transformers topics, listener questions, and more! Or maybe...maybe it's both.

You can download and comment on it here: WTF @ TFW - Episode 166

If you use iTunes and regularly subscribe to podcasts, you can add us to your player and have the software download each episode automatically each time we update. To do that, and give us a reviews on iTunes, click here: Transformers Podcast on iTunes.

Original Source: WTF@TFW Podcast episode 166 Now online - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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All last week we shared with you Transformers Galleries counting down to the release of Transformers Dark of the Moon on DVD & Blu-Ray. Well, we had so much fun doing it, we've got one more gallery to share with you. Call it a "bonus feature" on the DVD if you like.

Taken by 2005 Boards Photo Staff member SydneyY, these images show off Dark of the Moon Skyhammer - a non-Movie Voyager character who transforms from a powerful robot into an attack helicopter. He's one of the best of the Dark of the Moon Voyagers, so I hope that you enjoy these pictures.

Dark of the Moon Voyager Skyhammer Gallery

Be sure to check out all our other Transformers toy galleries, and especially the new content we have shared with you all this week:

Takara-Tomy Voyager Optimus Prime with MechTech Trailer
Dark of the Moon Leader Sentinel Prime
Dark of the Moon Sideswipe

Upcoming Deluxe Wave 5 Galleries

Dark of the Moon Darksteel
Dark of the Moon Air Raid

Dark of the Moon Exclusive Toys

Lawson Exclusive Darkside Optimus Prime
Wal-Mart Exclusive Sideswipe
Target Exclusive Space Case

Original Source: TFW Dark of the Moon Skyhammer Gallery - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Amazon has updated their list of upcoming Transformers books. All of them are actually Comic Books and the list is as follows:

• Transformers Classics: UK Volume 2
• Transformers Volume 6: Chaos
• Transformers: Last Stand of the Wreckers HC
• Transformers: Dark of the Moon Official Movie Adaptation
• Transformers: Dark of the Moon Movie Prequel

Find out more about them after the jump.

Original Source: Amazon Listing - UK Classics, Chaos, Movie Adaptation And More - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Site sponsor HLJ just sent us a note letting us know that they are having a Transformers sale on select items. Check out the details below:

Terrific Transformers are on sale now until October 17th! We've just discounted a superb selection of Transformers action toys, gashapon, T-shirts, and much more, up to an astonishing 70% off!

The link to the sale is: Transformers Super Sale @ HLJ

Original Source: Transformers Sale at HLJ - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We have received an update from our friends at TFSource!

Greetings SourceFans!
Another great week SourceFans! Along with the newly instock Takara/Tomy items like MP-10, MP-09 Masterpiece Rodimus (re-release) and the Chronicles Optimus & Megatron, we've also got over 50 new recruits and dozens of new and restocked items now instock at TFsource! Lots of rare and hard to find G2 figures, G1 figures, ROTF & TF the Movie, Animated... something for everyone! Lots are already jumping on the new items we just listed today so check them out! All this and more in this weeks SourceNews!

In this issue of SourceNews:
1. Shipping out any day now: Exgraver restock!
2. Pay Now or Pay Later!
3. MP-10, MP-09 (re-release) and Chronicles Optimus and Megatron Now Instock!
4. TFsource New Recruits!
5. iGear Seekers Attack, Jet, Elegy and Storm Now Instock!
6. Now instock! Revoltech - Sci-Fi 030 - Transformers Optimus Prime!
7. TFsource Popular Restock Preorders!
8. New Source Article by Maz!
9. Now up for Preorder: FWI-1 Leader Class Starscream Alien Jet Engine Kit!
10. Now Instock: CA-04 Causality Stormbomb by Fansproject!
11. Now up for Preorder: Asia Exclusive Alternity figures: Goldbug & Dai Atlas!
12. Now Instock: DOTM Japanese Exclusive: DD-10 Skywarp!
13. Newest Instock items at TFsource
14. Newest Preorder items at TFsource

Click here to visit TFSource and start shopping!

Original Source: TFSource Sourcenews Update for 3 October 2011 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Upgrade Commander have put up some new images of the upcoming Maketoy Reveal the Shield Optimus Prime upgrade set. These images show off the full extend of the upgrade, showing both the beefed up robot mode and the massive weapons harness that the rest of the trailer forms. A new feature is also revealed - a shot of the back of the robot shows a cable running from a backpack into the clear red sword - could this release have a light-up sword in the style of the original Laser Optimus Prime?

Click on the link above to check out the images. The page also gives a prospective price of 7,999 yen - about $100 at current exchange rates - and a potential release date of November. Take this with a pinch of salt of course - release dates can slip, and the price might not be finalized yet.

Original Source: Maketoy Reveal the Shield Optimus Prime Upgrade New Images - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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The 8th Annual Canadian Action Figure Expo will be October 30th, 2011 at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel - Toronto Airport 655 Dixon Road, Toronto, Ontario.

No advance registration is required to enter the 2011 Canadian Action Figure Expo costume contest. 1st place will be awarded $150 cash along with second and third place prizes. Additionally there will be door prizes given away every hour on the hour, so don't forget to fill out your door prize form at the registration desk.

The show features a huge selection of vintage 80s toys and all the latest releases from today such as Super Heroes (Marvel, DC etc), Transformers (vintage and Japanese imports), Star Wars (new and vintage), GIJoe (vintage and modern), Wrestling, Masters of the Universe and tons of other Action Figures and collectibles. Click here to RSVP via Facebook.

Original Source: 2011 Canadian Action Figure Expo Costume Contest Details - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Following on from our fresh look at the Maketoy Tanker Trailer earlier, Maketoy have updated their website with new images of Giant, including a clear look at the first of the six Giant members. Details on pricing, release and colors for Giant have been revealed.

The six tall smaller robots who make up Giant will be sold in packs of two, retailing for 10'500 yen. That works out at about $136 based on the current exchange rate. The first set of two is due out in December, with more releases to follow in January and February. A giftset containing all six releases is set for a February release, priced at 31'500 yen or $410.

The only kicker though - it'll be a yellow version, not the traditional Constructicon green. So for the moment Giant is going to be a Generation 2 unofficial Devastator.

Details have also been released for the Bomber and Hover mini robots, these are also confirmed to be in a pack of two and are slated for October. They are sized at 8cm tall and priced at 3'150 yen, or a little over $40.

Click on the link above for the original source and to check out the new Giant images.

Original Source: Maketoys Giant, Hover and Bomber Updates - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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The dates for Dairycon 2012 have been revealed: Friday & Saturday, April 27-28th, 2012 at the historic Ramada Plaza's Crystal Ballroom in Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin. PreRegistration opens December 1st.

(Special Guests and Events to be announced in December- watch for the first Exclusive reveal!)
WWW.DAIRYCON.COM
It's beyond Gouda. Beyond Evil. Beyond your Wildest Expectations!

Original Source: Dairycon 2012 Announced: Friday & Saturday, April 27-28th - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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A little bit more release news for you - the highly anticipated third FansProject Causality Insecticon, Backfirey, has been released! Customers who preordered at Big Bad Toy Store have been getting in-stock notifications. Our other sponsors are expected to follow suit shortly.

Original Source: FansProject Causality Backfiery Released - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The fourth wave of Transformers Dark of the Moon Voyagers has been sighted in Canada. The sole new toy in the assortment, Cannon Force Ironhide, was found by Cybertron.CA member bedtime in Ontario. Hopefully a US release will not be far behind.

Click here to check out the original report on Cybertron.CA.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Voyager Wave 4 Cannon Force Ironhide Released in Canada - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Last week in the world of Transformers was focused around the weekend. Last Friday was Transformers Friday; the release of Transformers Dark of the Moon on DVD and Blu-Ray. And on Saturday, the first part of the three part Transformers Prime season finale aired. One shall indeed rise! Both events were foreshadowed throughout the week, with official promotional images for Transformers Prime, and with an unofficial TFW countdown of toy galleries for Dark of the Moon.

Last week also brough some sadness with it, when we learned of the loss of one of our own. R.I.P. Gary, we who are left behind are lessened by your passing.

In Memoriam
R.I.P. Gary Clark, aka Optimus Scourge


Transformers Dark of the Moon News
Upcoming Transformers Movie Toys - Wheeljack, Mirage And Buzzsaw
Interview with designer of Ultimate Optimus, Takashi Kunihiro
Dark Of The Moon Home Release TV Spot - Changed
TakaraTomy Dark of the Moon Wave 6 & Campaign Items Released, Future Releases
Dark of the Moon Deluxe Leadfoot Japan Edition Image
Human Alliance Basics Dragstrip and Halftrack found at retail
Dark of the Moon Deluxe Wave 5 Darksteel, Air Raid and Armor Topspin Released in Canada
Dark Of The Moon Battle Zone By Paramount Digital Entertainment


TFW Dark of the Moon Toy Gallery Updates
TakaraTomy Dark of the Moon Voyager Optimus Prime with MechTech Trailer
Dark of the Moon Leader Sentinel Prime
Dark of the Moon Sideswipe
Dark of the Moon Skyhammer
Dark of the Moon Wal-Mart Exclusive Sideswipe
Dark of the Moon Target Exclusive Space Case
Dark of the Moon Lawsons Exclusive Darkside Optimus Prime
Dark of the Moon Darksteel
Dark of the Moon Air Raid


Transformers Prime News
Transformers Prime Deluxe Wave 1.5
New Transformers Prime Hub Commercial
Transformers Prime New Autobot Cast Addition
Transformers Prime Coming to Brazil and Australia


Japanese Transformers News
Transformers Chronicle Images
Rumor - Transformers Chronicle Shockwave and Ratchet


Transformers Animated News
Animated Electromagnetic Soundwave Images


Transformers Comic News
Amazon Listing - UK Classics, Chaos, Movie Adaptation And More


Convention / Collector's Club News
Roll Out Roll Call, The UK convention show for Transformers, GI-Joe
Shattered Glass Drift to come with Swords & Guns
Matthew Armstrong to draw art for 2012 TFCC Magazine Profiles


Third Party News
TFC Toys Unofficial Dinobots New Prototype Image
New TFC toys Prototype images
JustiToys Sixshot Worlds Smallest Transformer New Images
New 3rd Party Quintesson Figure
Perfect Effect PE-DX01 RC Arcee CGI Renders - Prototype Images
Mastermind Creations Terminus Hexatron Prototype


TFWe Issue 5 Robots in Disguise Celebration Issue

WTF@TFW Podcast Episode 166

Diamond Comics Shipping List for 5 October

Original Source: Transformers News Roundup 09/26/11 - 10/02/11 - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Following on from our fresh look at the Maketoy Tanker Trailer earlier, Maketoy have updated their website with new images of Giant, including a clear look at the first of the six Giant members. Details on pricing, release and colors for Giant have been revealed.

The six tall smaller robots who make up Giant will be sold in packs of two, retailing for 10'500 yen. That works out at about $136 based on the current exchange rate. The first set of two is due out in December, with more releases to follow in January and February. A giftset containing all six releases is set for a February release, priced at 31'500 yen or $410.

The only kicker though - it'll be a yellow version, not the traditional Constructicon green. So for the moment Giant is going to be a Generation 2 unofficial Devastator.

Details have also been released for the Bomber and Hover mini robots, these are also confirmed to be in a pack of two and are slated for October. They are sized at 8cm tall and priced at 3'150 yen, or a little over $40.

Click on the link above for the original source and to check out the new Giant images. Note also the strange, Fallen-esque looking guy chilling in the back of the group shot. Hmmmm...

Original Source: Maketoys Giant, Hover and Bomber Updates - Fallen too? - Transformer World 2005

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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A little bit of news for you tonight - we've got multiple sightings of the Toys R Us exclusive Streetside Bot Brawl three pack. The set consists of the semi clear / battle damaged Voyager Optimus Prime, a battle damaged Deluxe Bumblebee, and a redeco of Shockwave. The earlier sighting was at the Cerritos TRU in California, with this new sighting - with pics - from the Monrovia, CA Toys R Us.

Keep up to date with all the latest sightings in your area in our Transformers Sightings section.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Streetside Bot Brawl Released at US Retail - Transformer World 2005