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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Amazon.co.jp have updated with new official images of the Transformers Disney Label Buzz Lightyear Transformer. This Takara-Tomy engineered Buzz transformers from his iconic spaceman form as seen in the Toy Story movies into his spaceship (which was also his packaging in the films).

Check out the listing by clicking on the link above, or our mirror of the images by clicking on the title of this story.

Original Source: New Images of Disney Label Buzz Lightyear Transformer @ 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 TFSource. In this week's Sourcenews, he has finally arrived. The custom third party WST Military Operations Commander is now in stock! Preorders will now begin shipping out for those who have patiently awaited this new item from Justitoys. Also in stock and shipping now is the Communications Liason. Be sure to check out the preorders for other custom items, such as the Fansproject Crossfire sets, Warbot Defender and Headmstr Cobra. If you prefer the official Transformers items, never fear, because the extremely cool Skids and Screech exclusive set from Generations 2009 Volume 3 and Amazon exclusive DVD "Black" Optimus Prime are also now in stock, with preorders for the incredibly cool Japanese Transformers Animated and Alternity Starscream and Skywarp also up.

Also in this week's Sourcenews:

1) WST Military Operations Commander and Communications Liaison Arrive!
2) Crossfire 02 Combiner Set by Fansproject Preorder, NEW PICS ADDED!
3) New Custom piece: Headmaster Head Cobra!
4) New Photos of MMC-01 Knight Morpher Figure!
5) IG-TF007 Computer Control Center from igear is now in stock!
6) Transformers Generations Volume 3 - Exclusive Skids & Screech Set and TF: ROTF Black Optimus Prime - Amazon Japan - Exclusive Now Instock!
7) Updated photos of Alternity A-04 Starscream and Skywarp now up!
8) All New Preorders Up at TFsource!
9) MP-03 Clear Masterpiece Ghost Starscream Preorder!
10) Warbot Defender - by Fansproject now available for preorder
11) Snowman Version - Superion Add-on kit is now instock!
12) MP-08X Masterpiece "King" Grimlock back instock!

Click here to visit TFSource and start shopping!

Original Source: TFSource Sourcenews Update for 2-15-10 - Custom Justitoys Military Operations Commander In Stock Now @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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Just in from Toy Fair 2010 Transformers Revenge of the Fallen merges with Connect 4 for a Take Along version of the classic game. Click the thumbnail to check out the images.

Stay tuned to TFW2005.com this weekend for our 2010 Toy Fair coverage and Toyark.com for non-Transformers 2010 Toy Fair coverage.

Original Source: Transformers Revenge of the Fallen Connect 4 Take Along @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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A selection of images have surfaced on Collecticon's Flickr account, from the Toy Fair 2010 Transformers New Products Presentation. These new images show off several toys not seen in Hasbro's official pictures that we have uploaded in the last day, including:

Darkmount (formerly Lord Straxus), Masterpiece Grimlock, San Diego Comic Con Exclusive Blaster with Eject, Ramhorn and Steeljaw, Power Core Combiners Double Clutch with Rallybots and Mudslinger with Destructicons, and the new Revenge of the Fallen / Hunt for the Decepticons toys Insecticon, Breacher, Sidearm Sideswipe, Hailstorm, Elita-1, Battle Blades Optimus Prime and Legends class Long Haul and Sandstorm.

Check out our mirror of the images by clicking on the title of this story, and stay tuned to TFW2005.com this weekend for our 2010 Toy Fair coverage and Toyark.com for non-Transformers 2010 Toy Fair coverage.

Original Source: Photos from the Toy Fair 2010 Hasbro Presentation @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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Announced at Toy Fair 2010, this year's San Diego Comic Con Transformers exclusive will be a reissue of Generation 1 Blaster with Steeljaw, Ramhorn and Eject.

Stay tuned to TFW2005.com this weekend for our 2010 Toy Fair coverage and Toyark.com for non-Transformers 2010 Toy Fair coverage.

Original Source: SDCC 2010 exclusive is G1 Blaster with Steeljaw, Ramhorn and Eject @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Here we have Official Marvel Transformers Crossovers Images from Toy Fair 2010. These new images show Spider-Man (Black Costume Car version), Iron Man (car version) and the previously released Spider-Man / Iron Man combiner and X-Force Wolverine.

Also shown at Toy Fair but not shown in official pictures are Ghost Rider and an Iron Man / War Machine combiner set.

Stay tuned to TFW2005.com this weekend for our 2010 Toy Fair coverage and Toyark.com for non-Transformers 2010 Toy Fair coverage.

Original Source: Official Marvel Transformers Crossovers Images from Toy Fair 2010 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Here are the Official Star Wars Transformers Images from Toy Fair 2010. We've got official images of five new toys for you, including:

Cad Bane / Xanadu Blood, Anakin Skywalker / Y-Wing, and Obi-Wan Kenobi / Jedi Starfighter, who are set for release in March, and Captain Rex / Freeco Bike and Yoda / Attack Shuttle who are set for release in August.

Stay tuned to TFW2005.com this weekend for our 2010 Toy Fair coverage and Toyark.com for non-Transformers 2010 Toy Fair coverage.

Original Source: Official Star Wars Transformers Images from Toy Fair 2010 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Here are the Official Transformers Powercore Combiners 5 Pack Images from Toy Fair 2010. We have images of the two already-confirmed sets for you, Skyburst with Aerialbots and Bombshock with Combaticons. Check out the images by clicking on the title of this story.

Stay tuned to TFW2005.com this weekend for our 2010 Toy Fair coverage and Toyark.com for non-Transformers 2010 Toy Fair coverage.

Original Source: Official Transformers Powercore Combiners 5 Pack Images from Toy Fair 2010 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Amazon.co.jp has also updated their preorder pages for Alternity Starscream and Skywarp with new official pictures. The Decepticon duo both transform into Okamora Orochi cars rather than jets on this outing, but they still retain the jet mode design cues such as "wings" on their backs and laser cannons on their arms, while also carrying on Alternity's tradition of awesome hi-tech designs. Check out the new images by clicking on the links above or the title of this story.

Original Source: Official Takara-Tomy Images of Alternity Starscream and Skywarp @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tim Formas @ TFW2005.com

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TFW2005 has another early review today on an upcoming Transformers comic! Today's second review is for Last Stand of the Wreckers #2 by IDW Publishing, which will be released in comic book stores tomorrow - Wednesday, February 17th. Check out the review and a few new images from the issue by clicking on the Title Bar or thumbnail to the left.
TFW2005 has another early review today on an upcoming Transformers comic! Today's second review is for Last Stand of the Wreckers #2 by IDW Publishing, which will be released in comic book stores tomorrow - Wednesday, February 17th

Last Stand of the Wreckers #2

Credits
Publisher: IDW Publishing
Written by: Nick Roche & James Roberts
Pencils: Nick Roche
Inks : John Wycough
Colors by: Josh Burcham
Letters by: Neil Uyetake
Editor: Andy Schmidt
Associate Editor: Denton J. Tipton

Covers
Cover A – Art by Nick Roche and Colors by Josh Burcham
Cover B – Art by Trevor Hutchison
Retailer Incentive – Art by Trevor Hutchison

Review
Thought Last Stand of the Wreckers #1 was a thrill ride? Hold on tight, because Last Stand of the Wreckers #2 keeps the momentum and excitement going.

Whereas Issue #1 of Last Stand of the Wreckers primarily served to introduce the casual reader (or reintroduce to die-hard fans) to some unfamiliar faces, Issue #2 primarily serves to fill in the reader regarding the back stories on how our characters got to this point in the present. What happened to Overlord that made him an outcast among the Decepticons? How did Impactor escape Garrus-9 and find his way to the Decepticon dropship? Is there meaning behind the different pieces of robotic exosuit that Verity wears around the ship?

Nick Roche and James Roberts write the second issue much like the first. While not taking itself too seriously, there is still enough action to be satisfying. The comedic bits continue as well. Although most of the issue concerns itself with flashbacks and back story, the development at the end of the story literally puts the Wreckers in the middle of the action. Nick and James handled the countdown in a unique fashion, one that builds on the excitement leading to the ultimate, thrilling climax of the issue.

For those Verity Carlo fans, you’ll be happy to know that she’s more than just background filler. Whether the Wreckers planned it or not, she has a role to play in this series. There’s also a small shout-out to Jimmy Pink and Hunter O’Nion in the background. Speaking of shout-outs, there’s also a small cameo for Black Shadow. Want a more familiar character? Do cameos by Megatron and Sixshot do it for you? There’s something for everyone in this issue.

Nick Roche’s art is what you would expect from Nick. He tends to match the tone of the issue well and really provides his best stuff as the action picks up at the end of issue. The last page, a full-page panel, is simply exquisite.

Do what you need to do to pick up this issue. Low on cash? Work overtime, shovel snow or walk old ladies across a busy intersection for money. The issue is definitely worth the read. Given the ending of this issue, there’s nothing but purely, unadulterated action left over the final three issues.

Original Source: TFW2005 Reviews Last Stand of the Wreckers #2 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tim Formas @ TFW2005.com

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TFW2005 has an early review on another Transformers comic! Today's review is for Bumblebee #3 by IDW Publishing, which will be released in comic book stores tomorrow - Wednesday, February 17th. Check out the review and a few new images from the issue by clicking on the Title Bar or thumbnail to the left.
TFW2005 has an early review on another Transformers comic! Today's review is for Bumblebee #3 by IDW Publishing, which will be released in comic book stores tomorrow - Wednesday, February 17th

Bumblebee #3

Credits
Publisher: IDW Publishing
Written by: Zander Cannon
Art by: Chee
Colors by: Moose Baumann
Letters by: Chris Mowry
Editor: Andy Schmidt
Associate Editor: Denton J. Tipton

Covers
Cover A – Art by Guido Guidi and Colors by Josh Burcham
Cover B – Art by Chee and Colors by Moose Baumann
Retailer Incentive – Art by Chee

Review
The first two issues of the four-part Bumblebee mini-series generated some intriguing storylines, such as viewing Bumblebee’s first days as Autobot leader, a rogue Skywatch unit using the Autobots for their needs, and Skywarp active on Earth and planning something big. Unfortunately, Bumblebee #3 does not prove to be as effective of an issue as the first two. The start of the issue features Bumblebee features Bumblebee tracking an employee of Darkmatter Logic while Colonel Horiuchi and his Skywatch unit arrive at the Autobot base in an attempt to fix the decoy Bumblebee.

Unfortunately, a majority of the rest of the issue features Bumblebee’s attempt to befriend a young girl to obtain the information he needs. The interaction is somewhat creepy, akin to a stranger enticing a kid with candy. The conversation between Bumblebee and the child turns less creepy as the issue proceeds, but does serve to slow down the pace of the story.

Anyone anticipating more Bumblebee vs. Scavenger action continuing from the end of Issue #2 or as hyped on Cover B of this issue will be disappointed to see that the Construction is not featured at all. Any inclusion of Decepticons in the issue is minor, with only one character appearing in a few panels. Additionally, Bumblebee #3 continues the trend of the mini-series being full of talk and absent of action. With one issue left to go, the biggest piece of action has been Blurr shooting Bumblebee last issue.

Chee’s art continues to be very stylized, with a very washed out feel. The designs still revert back to the traditional robots versions, completely different than those seen in the current ongoing series. His style is very consistent, with no deviation from one panel to the next. Unfortunately, the style doesn’t lead to any panel that stands out as an extraordinary “money-shot”.

With one issue left to go in this mini-series, Bumblebee #3 loses some of the excitement built up from the first half of the mini-series. Bumblebee’s long interaction with the child and limited Decepticon action do not serve to create a building anticipation for the conclusion. The last panel of the issue, however, does provide hope for a final showdown and the action everyone has been waiting for. After all, Bumblebee said it himself this issue when he apologetically said, “You deserve a goodbye, at least”.

Original Source: TFW2005 Reviews Bumblebee #3 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: XJunky @ TFW2005.com

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Amazon Japan has posted a listing containing some product images of the United For the Universe Megatron figure. The figure sports a slick silver paint job that is more reminiscent of the movie. Click on the thumbnail to see images of both Robot and Alternate modes.

Original Source: New Unite For The Universe Megatron Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: XJunky @ TFW2005.com

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ACToys has posted some in-hand images of the upcoming Takara-Tomy release of Transformers: Animated Optimus Prime. As noted before the Japanese release features a metallic paint job with no modifications to the molds or accessories. Click on the image to see more pictures in both modes.

Original Source: In-Hand Photos of Takara-Tomy Animated Optimus Prime @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: TM2 D-bot @ TFW2005.com

Original Source: PerfectEffect Shadow Warrior Video Review @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: XJunky @ TFW2005.com

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TFW2005 sister site Cybertron.ca is reporting that Revenge of the Fallen's sixth wave of Scout class toys has been found in Canada! This assortment, which includes Decepticon air attackers Skystalker and Divebomb, and Autobot anti-air specialist Scattorshot, have been sighted at a Quebec Toys R' Us.

Original Source: Revenge of the Fallen Wave 6 Scouts Released Canada @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: XJunky @ TFW2005.com

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TFW2005 sister site Cybertron.ca is reporting that Revenge of the Fallen's sixth wave of Scout class toys has been found in Canada! This assortment, which includes Decepticon air attackers Skystalker and Divebomb, and Autobot anti-air specialist Scattorshot, have been sighted at a Quebec Toys R' Us.

Original Source: Revenge of the Fallen Wave 6 Scouts Released in Canada @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tim Formas @ TFW2005.com

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The Transformers Collectors' Club has received a few samples of Dion with Cop-Tur, their upcoming Membership exclusive for 2010. Check out the full image, including the first look at the blasters, by heading over the Transformers Collectors' Club website. The item will be shipped to all members with an active membership as of March 16th, 2010.

Original Source: Collectors' Club Shows Off Upcoming Members Figure Dion @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

Original Source: Powercore Combiners In Action @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

Original Source: Battle Ops Bumblebee In Action @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

Original Source: Action Fleet RPM Bumblebee And Optimus Prime Demo @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: TM2 D-bot @ TFW2005.com

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Custom parts makers Headrobots have again swung by our forums and shown us their two upcoming releases. The second release will be a Headmaster conversion for the Walmart Exclusive Universe Hardhead, while the third is based on a Iguana like their previously shown Serpent head.

Click above to view all images.

Original Source: New Upcoming Releases from Headrobots @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: TM2 D-bot @ TFW2005.com

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Moving away from its previous combiner upgrade part sets, Crazy Devy has presented a new kit named CDMW-07a Cassette Robot Parts. This set will include:

new sculpted head with removable face
moveable piledriver arms
balljoint neck
G1 waist

Click above to view the image in full size.

Original Source: Crazy Devy CDMW-07a Cassette Robot Parts @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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GLU Mobile has released a trailer for the upcoming iPhone / iPod Touch port of Transformers Generation 1 Awakening. You can check it out below:

Original Source: GLU Mobile Trailer for Transformers G1 Awakening for iPhone @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Boards member influence82 has shared an interesting piece of news with us - a variation on Transformers Revenge of the Fallen Scattorshot. Like Sideways, Breakaway and Dirge, Scattorshot's variant replaces the lighter a lighter shade of plastic with a darker one. In his case the light gray on the initial release has given way to darker gray plastic. Check out a comparison image by clicking on the thumbnail to the left of this story.

Which do you prefer, the initial lighter version or this new darker version? Share your opinion on our 2005 Boards!

Original Source: Revenge of the Fallen Scout Scattorshot Variant @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Amazon has listed a preorder for a new Transformers book. The book, titled "Transformers: Exodus: The Official History of the War for Cybertron" will be a War for Cybertron tie in. It's a hardcover book, 352 pages long, and due for release on June 22nd, according to publisher Random House. It will be priced $27.00, or $17.82 on Amazon.

Original Source: Transformers: Exodus: The Official History of the War for Cybertron Hardcover @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.