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Originally posted by: Tim Formas @ TFW2005.com

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Red leader of TFW2005 sponsor Kapow Toys has also provided us with the first in-package images of Leader-class Shadow Command Megatron and Scout-class Scattorshot, Skystalker, and Divebomb. The images are small, but they can be checked out by clicking on the thumbnail to the left.

Original Source: First In-Package Images of Leader-Class Shadow Command Megatron and Upcoming Scouts @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: soundwaveCA @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to D-Drive, the following Transformers related items will be shipping to comic book stores for a December 16th release:

- Transformers Animated TP Volume 12
- Transformers Autobot Core Logo T-Shirts (Sizes M-XL)
- Transformers Bumblebee #1
- Transformers Bumblebee #1 Chee Sketch Incentive
- Transformers Decepticon Head
- Transformers Ongoing #2
- Transformers Timeless Fall Special Wings of Honor
- Transformers Movie Legends AF Asst 201001
- Transformers Movie Voyager AF Asst 201001

The Movie Legends assortment is for 2010 Wave 1, which features Soundwave, Wheelie, Bluesteel Sideswipe, and Armor Up Optimus Prime. The Movie Voyager assortment features Recon Ironhide and Decepticon Bludgeon.

Original Source: Diamond Comics Shipping List for December 16th @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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The 2010 Canadian 80s Toy Expo will join day 2 of the TFcon dealer room July 18th, 2010 at the Doubletree International Plaza Hotel Toronto Airport - 655 Dixon Road, Toronto, Ontario.

Feature attractions:
Canada's Largest Dealer Room for 80s Toy related Merchandise (the TFcon dealer room will be expanded on the Sunday to make way for A HUGE SELECTION OF VINTAGE 80s TOYS AND ALL THE LATEST RELEASES FROM TODAY)
Guest Question and Answer Panels and Autograph Sessions
Costume Contest and Discussion Panels

Original Source: 2010 Canadian 80s Toy Expo - July 18th - Toronto Ontario @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We recently had the unique opportunity for you, the fans, to address your questions or concerns about the Transformers comics to IDW Publishing's Andy Schmidt, editor for the Transformers comic books. Andy has very kindly answered all of your questions, and you can check out his responses by clicking here. Of particular note is that we can confirm that the Transformers Spotlight series of one shots will be making a come back in April 2010 with Transformers Spotlight Prowl! Also answered are lingering questions such as the issue with the Machination / Skywatch being treated as one group in Transformers: Continuum, and plenty of hints at upcoming plot points.

Check out the full answers by clicking here, or by clicking on the title of this story.

Original Source: IDW Publishing's Andy Schmidt answers your questions about IDW's Transformers Comics @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We have received an update from our friends at Tempting Toys. The much anticipated Transformers Generations 2009 Volume 2 mail order exclusive, Henkei "Gentei" Ghost Starscream is now in stock, and can be yours for $89.99 shipped in the USA! Or for an additional $3, you can get a C10 packaged version, ideal for those of you who want to keep this one MOSC for your collections!

Visit TemptingToys.net for all your Japanese, Rare and Vintage Transformers needs!

Original Source: Tempting Toys Update for December 10th 2009 - Henkei Ghost Starscream in stock now @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

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The 1st Decepticon for the Human Alliance subline of Revenge of The Fallen is now available at site sponsor BigBadToyStore! Human Alliance Barricade with Frenzy is now available, along with the N.E.S.T. Battles voyager figures, Bludgeon & Recon Ironhide! These figures are going fast, so get your orders in while you can!

Original Source: Human Alliance Barricade And NEST Battles Voyagers Figures Available Now At BigBadToyStore @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

Original Source: Transformers: War for Cybertron Exclusive Debut Trailer @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tim Formas @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to several different sources, more information is now available regarding TakaraTomy's Buster Optimus Prime and Jetfire two-pack that was revealed yesterday. According to Red leader of TFW2005 sponsor Kapow Toys, this set will be released on January 1st. Per his distributor, the Jetfire is a redeco while Buster Optimus Prime is supposedly the same version as the original Buster Optimus Prime release.

Robot Kingdom currently has larger, clearer pictures of the items in package. The images confirm that Jetfire is definately repainted, with gray in the place of the original blue. Buster Optimus Prime appears to have a faceplate and no ion-blaster, which contradicts Red leader's report from the distributor. It is unknown if the Prime picture in the box is a placeholder or the final item.

Original Source: New Information of TakaraTomy Buster Optimus Prime and Jetfire Two-Pack @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tim Formas @ TFW2005.com

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yihzi of TF08.net has posted some of the first in-hand images of upcoming Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen figures. Featured in the images are the vehicle modes for Deluxe-class Wave 9 figures Brawn, Lockdown, and Ratchet and Scout-Class Wave 6 Skystalker. Check out the images by clicking on the thumbnail to the left.

Original Source: New Images of Revenge of the Fallen Deluxes Brawn, Lockdown, and Ratchet and Scout Skystalker @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Fosterlager @ TFW2005.com

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The Transformers Collectors' Club has updated their front page with details of the 2010 Membership exclusive toy. Orion Pax's old pal Dion will be released as a repaint of Universe Hot Shot, but the TFCC is using the Henkei version of this mold with the tailpipes that serve as missile launchers in his robot mode! All active members as of March 16, 2010 will receive this Club exclusive.

Original Source: TFCC Dion Confirmed to Have Henkei Hot Shot Missile Launchers @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Legends Class Devastator Image Gallery.

TFW2005 EXCLUSIVE OMFG!

Thanks to Hasbro's PR Team, we now have images of the Hasbro Legends Class Combiner Set of Constructicon Devastator. Check out images of all 7 figures in combined form, robot mode, and vehicle mode.

Original Source: Legends Devastator Image Gallery @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Some new images have been posted of the upcoming Perfect Effect "Rumble" fan-made Transformer. These images reveal that "Rumble" will transform into a Targetmaster style gun weapon, to be wielded by the City / Powered / Shadow Commander sets by Fansproject. The new images also show that in robot mode, the guns will double up as piledrivers.

Also revealed over at HK-TF is that there will be at least four robots in this set. The first one, seen here, will be out in January. The second, hitting in February, will be a "big shoulder cannon". Two more are stated to follow this, with "new alt modes" and "new weapons".

Please remember, these items are third party, fan made customs and are not endorsed by Hasbro and may not have gone through the rigorous safety testing that a real Hasbro Transformer will have done before release.

Original Source: Perfect Effect Rumble Update - Targetmaster Alternate Mode @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Yizhi521 and S250 bring us more images of upcoming Transformers Revenge of the Fallen toys! These images give us a fresh look at the Deluxe Class Lockdown, Brawn and Autobot Ratchet, and the Scout Class Skystalker. The images of Skystalker show off Skystalker's docked form with Voyager Class Mindwipe, as well as his third "guardian" mode.

These new images also show the back of package bios for Ratchet and Skystalker. Of particular interest is that Skystalker's package bio suggests that the Decepticon Divebomb may, in fact, be one and the same as the Wal-Mart exclusive Divebomb, who has reformatted (downgraded?) from his fighter jet form to a Biplane. You can check out the images of the bios along with the rest of the new pictures by clicking on the title of this story. Alternatively, you can read the bios on Ratchet and Skystalker's Resources pages, respectively.

Original Source: New images of Revenge of the Fallen Skystalker, Lockdown, Brawn and Deluxe Ratchet @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The Arker has posted a look at in-package samples of Revenge of the Fallen's Leader Class Shadow Blade Megatron and Deluxe Class Strike Mission Sideswipe. These images give us our clearest look yet at this new redeco of Megatron in robot mode, as well as both of the bios for these new additions to the Revenge of the Fallen line. Click on the title of this story to see our mirror of the images, and click on the links below to visit our resources section to read the bios and other interesting information about these two new toys:

Revenge of the Fallen Decepticons - Leader Class Shadow Command Megatron
Revenge of the Fallen Autobots - Deluxe Class Strike Mission Sideswipe

Original Source: Revenge of the Fallen Shadow Command Megatron and Strike Mission Sideswipe in package Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Check out some screen caps from the High Res version of the new Transformers game trailer, War For Cybertron.

Nothing confirmed, but a lot of video game stuff is being released or hyped this week because the annual Video Game Awards airs live on Spike TV tonight. Make sure to tune in and let's see if this new Transformers piece gets some air time. Until then, enjoy the images.

Original Source: Transformers War for Cybertron Trailer Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Have a pinch of salt ready, Transformers fans - an alleged, leaked script treatment for Transformers 3 has been posted over at The Allspark. While it's easy to simply dismiss this as a hoax, remember that the last Transformers movie script treatment leak ended up being rather close to what was shown in theaters for Revenge of the Fallen.

So, total hoax or is there a grain of truth in among the salt? Check out the treatment for yourself by clicking on the link above and discuss your thoughts on our 2005 Boards by clicking the discuss button.

Original Source: Rumor - Transformers 3 Script Treatment Leak @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We have got our very first teaser of the theme for Botcon 2010! In the recently released Transformers Timelines Wings of Honor, there is an advert for Botcon 2010, with the tagline, "Next year, at Botcon 2010, the Transformers will revisit a generation many thought was lost and a battle for the future will begin."

What does this mean? Could it be a reference to one of the lesser known Transformers series such as Machine Wars or Generation 2? Or could it be a reference to Transformers 2010, the Japanese incarnation of Generation 1 Season 3 that was set in the year 2010 instead of 2006? Speculate away on our 2005 boards by clicking on the discuss button!

(Universe Generation 2 Sideswipe digibash designed by WhiteMocha of our 2005 Boards. Check out more of his ideas for Botcon collector's sets and souvenir figures by clicking here.)

Original Source: Botcon 2010 Teaser - revisit a generation many thought lost @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Master Collectables, a third party group whose previous works include a Universe Sunstreaker to Wheeljack conversion kit, have unveiled their most ambitious project yet - Nova Commander. Inspired by IDW's Nova Prime, Nova Commander sticks very faithfully to Don Figueroa's concept artwork seen in Transformers Spotlight Omega Supreme. This piece is going to be extremely limited run (if it is even produced at all - in their own words, Master Collectables are "a few Mecha collectors with a shared passion"). In spite of this, the design does not skimp on details, with the smaller robot mode and super mode faithfully recreated, full rubberised wheels, geared wings, and lots more. Check out all the images and information at Master Collectables' homepage by clicking on the link above.

Remember, this is purely a fan made item and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Hasbro or Takara-Tomy in any way.

Original Source: Master Collectables Fan Made Nova Prime @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

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2005 boards member MidnightBliss has posted some of the 1st in hand images of Human Alliance Barricade with Frenzy from the Revenge of The Fallen line! The 1st Decepticon in the Human Alliance line, Barricade was released sooner than some expected, showing up in stock at site sponsor BigBadToyStore just a few days ago!

Here's what MidnightBliss had to say about the figure:

Transformation is really close to the deluxe version. A few more little steps added and that's it. Like Bumblebee he has a weapon for one of his hands. The left hand is a "spinning blade" that pops out when you press the gas cap on the car. Frenzy can ride in the car or under the hood ala the deluxe version. He is as big as HA Bumblebee.

Frenzy is like the other HA humans. Tiny and hard to stand. He can lay flat in the "chest" of Barricade and man guns that flip out.

His mouth opens and closes for the head gimmick.

Click on the title bar to take a look at the newest figure of the Human Alliance line!

Original Source: Revenge Of The Fallen Human Alliance Barricade New In Hand Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The Nikkei Net News is reporting that Takara Tomy, who also handles manufacturing for Hasbro on the Transformers line, are relocating their manufacturing lines to Vietnam from China. The reasons given are that Takara Tomy seeks to cut costs, due to the rising costs of labor expenses in China and the CNY exchange rate. It is envisioned that 100% of their production lines will have moved by the end of next year.

Original Source: Takara Tomy relocating manufacturing lines to Vietnam @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Previews has put up a six page preview of IDW Publishing's Transformers: Bumblebee miniseries. Spinning out of the events of the Transformers ongoing, this series sees Bumblebee take center stage as he grapples with his greatest challenge yet - and I'm not talking about a certain Decepticon and his hidden arsenal! Check out the preview by clicking on the link above or the title of this story.

Original Source: Transformers: Bumblebee Preview @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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When we reported on the so-called script treatment "leak" a few days ago, Transformers fans, we warned you to have a pinch of salt ready. Turns out, you probably needed the whole shaker. Nelson, posting on the Shoot for the Edit Forums, confirms that the leaked treatment is a total fake and is in no way, shape or form anything connected to what will be hitting theaters in 2011.

Original Source: "Leaked" Transformers 3 Script is a fake @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Previews has put up a six page preview of IDW Publishing's Transformers: Bumblebee miniseries. Spinning out of the events of the Transformers ongoing, this series sees Bumblebee take center stage as he grapples with his greatest challenge yet - and I'm not talking about a certain Decepticon and his hidden arsenal! Check out the preview by clicking on the link above or the title of this story.

Original Source: Transformers: Bumblebee Miniseries Preview @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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The Folks at StylinOnline.com let us know they are having a two day sale (Monday and Tuesday) giving fans free domestic shipping for orders over $25.00! They have a huge array of T-Shirts and other licensed products available. Check out some of their popular sections:

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

That's just the tip of the iceberg too. They state that if you order by the 18th and choose Priority Mail, or the 22nd and choose Express Shipping, you should get your packages in time for Christmas.

Enter coupon code santastylin at checkout to receive free domestic shipping for orders over $25.00!

International customers, they can't give you free shipping, BUT they do have a discount for you too. Enter international09 during checkout for $5.00 off any order over $25.00.

Original Source: 2 Day Sale at Stylin Online! @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Gears @ TFW2005.com

Original Source: Revenge Of The Fallen Human Alliance Barricade Video Review @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.