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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to Hasbro and HPR for sending out some samples of the upcoming SDCC Exclusives from Hasbro. Included in the care package was a Transformers piece, that being Mighty Muggs Prowl (Blaster will still be mine though!). Check out some quick shots of the packaging, we will update will full shots later today.

Original Source: SDCC Mighty Muggs Prowl In Hand Pics @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Richter of our sister site Cybertron.CA has shared pictures of the RenderForm Skyfall "Empyrean Espionage" upgrade kit. This upgrade kit turns your Walmart exclusive Universe Skyfall from a slick Silverbolt redeco into a full-on Generation 2 Cyberjet homage with a new head and different unique weapons. Richter's set also includes one of the special randomly inserted bonus pieces - a clear red plastic version of the new gun. Check out all the images by visiting Cybertron.CA by clicking on the link above.

Original Source: Universe Skyfall RenderForm Empyrean Espionage Upgrade Kit Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to Hasbro and HPR for sending out some samples of the upcoming SDCC Exclusives from Hasbro. Included in the care package was a Transformers piece, that being Mighty Muggs Prowl (Blaster will still be mine though!). Check out some quick shots of the packaging, we will update will full shots later today.

Original Source: SDCC Mighty Muggs Prowl In Hand Pics - UPDATED @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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It falls to us today to report the sad news of the passing of Ronald Gans, the voice actor who played Generation 1's Drag Strip. He passed away aged 79 on June 29 due to complications of pneumonia. In addition to voicing Drag Strip, Mr Gans will be remembered for Kanga and Roo on "Pooh Corner" and Sebastian the alley cat in the Disney Channel's "Dumbo's Circus", in addition to countless trailers, TV promos and other roles in a career that has spanned 50 years.

Original Source: Ronald Gans, voice of Generation 1 Drag Strip, passes away aged 79 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Deefuzz @ TFW2005.com

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Recently posted to the Twitter account of @snakas is a new image of a reissue Predaking. This image shows Predaking standing next to a Transformers 2010 placecard, with more promotional art behind it.

This Predaking appears to have gold paint apps in place of the yellow parts from the original release. The place card states that it is 15,750 yen, which is roughly $179 US. No more is known about this piece at this time, or when we may be able to get our hands on it.

Original Source: New Transformers 2010 Reissue Predaking Incoming? @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Boards member Gaokaiser has shared scans of a catalog soliciting Takara-Tomy's October and November 2010 releases. The bulk of the releases once again come from Transformers Animated, with some more Movie series "Autobot Alliance" releases also coming along. Alternity Thundercracker and Masterpiece Movie Starscream are also listed.

Japanese Animated toys scheduled for October 2010:

TA-41 Optimus Prime Light & Sound (Roll Out & Command Optimus Prime)
TA-42 Oil Slick
TA-43 Ironhide Light & Sound (Leader Class Bulkhead)
TA-44 Armorhide (Ironhide in US)
TA-45 Shockwave Original ver. (purple "true colors" version of Shockwave, Target exclusive in the US)
Transformers Animated Super Collection VOL.1 (Transformers Animated Super Collection is a series similar to the way Legends are sold in Japan as the EZ Series. Each collection volume will consist of four Activators. Volume 1 includes Optimus Prime, Megatron, Ratchet and Lockdown)
Transformers Animated Super Collection VOL.2 (Includes Bumblebee, Ironhide (Bulkhead), Grimlock and Starscream)

Japanese Animated toys scheduled for November 2010:

TA-46 Blazing Lockdown
TA-47 Electrostatic Soundwave


Autobot Alliance Movie Series toys scheduled for October 2010:

AA-05 Seaspray
AA-06 Sidearm Sidswipe
AA-07 Groundshaker (Breacher in US)
Masterpiece Movie Starscream
EZ Collection VOL.5 (Only shown in silhouette. Said to include two new to Japan molds, Rampage and Long Haul, plus six redecos, Optimus Prime, Jetfire, Skids, Mudflap, Brawl and Scorponok)

Autobot Alliance Movie Series toys scheduled for November 2010:

AA-08 Elita One (Arcee redeco)
AA-09 Hubcap
AA-10 Brimstone


Last but not least, Alternity Thundercracker is due for release in October 2010.

Original Source: Takara-Tomy October and November 2010 Toy Release Solicitations @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Joe Moore @ TFW2005.com

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Today's Featured Ebay Auction is for a Transformers G1 1984 Decpto Pack Costume Kit. It comes from seller markb3011. The Decpto Pack was a back pack that could be disassembled into "Transformers Battle Armor". It included a mask, chest plate, shield and gun.

Check out more Transformers Costumes Listings. A couple of photos can be seen by clicking the headline of the story.

Original Source: Featured Ebay Auction - G1 Decepto Pack Costume Kit @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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The TFcon 2010 Live Script Reading Prelude Comic is now online, you can view it here. This year's live script reading is with Canadian voice actor David Kaye, the voice of Beast Wars Megatron and Animated Optimus Prime among others. You can audition for roles in the Live Script Reading then could perform live in front of everyone in attendance with David Kaye himself.

TFcon 2010 will take place July 17th and 18th in Toronto. Special guests include David Kaye - the voice of Beast Wars Megatron and Transformers Animated Optimus Prime, Mark Ryan - Transformers Movie Bumblebee and Jetfire, Derrick J. Wyatt - the Art Director and Lead Character Designer for Transformers Animated, Hasbro Canada plus artists Dan Khanna, Matt Moylan, Alex Milne and Marvin Mariano. The TFcon 2010 exclusive figure Night-bird is limited to 1000 pieces. For more details check out www.tfcon.ca.

Original Source: TFcon 2010 Live Script Reading Prelude Comic Online @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Here's some news for those of you who sadly could not make it to Botcon this year (too bad, you missed a great show!). If you ordered an Iacon or non-attendee package, you might want to keep an eye open for the mailman - according to 2005 Boards member Primeconvoy1, they are now arriving! This year's set contains loving homages to the late European Generation 1 releases and Generation 2 toys, plus a couple of surprises. The set of five is made up of Autobot Spark, Clench, Generation 2 Breakdown, Streetstar and Sky Byte.

Original Source: Botcon 2010 Iacon Non-Attending Sets Now Arriving @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Treat this as a rumor for now, but several internet movie blogs including blastr.com are reporting on what the potential Transformers 3 opening scene is. If you do not want to be spoiled, STOP READING NOW!

Robotic activity is detected on Earth's moon. The news makes its way to the Oval Office of the White House, and when the president turns to face the audience, it is none other than John F. Kennedy. The year is 1961. This contact spurred the space race and JFK's insistence that the US be the first to get to the moon.

If you have read that, discuss what you think it might mean on our 2005 Boards by clicking the discuss button. Remember for the time being, this is just a rumor, so it might not come to pass.

Original Source: SPOILERS! Rumored Transformers 3 opening scene leak @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The Tokyo Toy Show 2010 is now on, and Takara-Tomy have their Transformers display in full force with lots of new products! Highlights include:

- Wing Blade Optimus Prime - armor will have a metallic finish, while the Voyager Optimus Prime toy appears to be a crystal version.
- The next Transformers Animated Lucky Draw will be a gold chrome version of Cybertron Mode Megatron.
- Rodimus - will be more of a maroon, closer to the Generation 1 Animated Movie Rodimus colors. Looks very sharp.
- Also looking sharp, Hydrodive or "Jet Pack" Bumblebee, who keeps up the trend of shiny gold Bumblebees in the Japanese Transformers Animated line.
- Japanese Animated Samurai Prowl, Leader Bulkhead and Ironhide are all on display. Leader Bulkhead has some very nice weathering applications to distinguish him from his Hasbro release.
- Autobot Alliance line was also on display - Takara-Tomy's version of Battle Blades Optimus Prime will come with the hooks rather than the swords. The Takara Sidearm Sideswipe will not feature the red applications from the US version. Elita-1, the Arcee redeco, was also on show.
- EZ Collection Volume 5 was also on show. Contrary to our previous report, all eight toys in the set are redecos of their previous releases - Rampage and Long Haul are depicted in yellow, while Optimus Prime is decoed mainly in black for the combination with Jetfire. Skids and Mudflap are colored to resemble their Ice Cream Truck mode. Lastly, Scorponok is in his Striker Scorponok colors and Brawl is in his desert camo colors.
- Masterpiece Movie Starscream was also shown and looks incredibly nice! He does not have the tattoos of the US Leader version, making this version a closer match for his 2007 incarnation.
- As previously reported, a Predaking reissue was announced for the 2010 Celebration series. These new images confirm some of the paint application upgrades, including what appears to be a shiny finish on Razorclaw's lion head. You can also get a better look at the box.
- Alternity Thundercracker was also shown.

These images come to you from Snakas' blog, the AmiAmi blog, and the lion's share with the best and clearest images are all courtesy of 2005's very own Tekmen! Check them all out by clicking on the title of this story.

Original Source: More Images from the Tokyo Toy Show 2010 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

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Dengeki Online has posted an image from Tokyo Toy Show 2010 showing the new Movie Masterpiece MP-M01 Starscream on display, with a look at the box! Note that the box has similar graphics to the 2007 movie line. For those of you who prefer the F-22 Raptor alt mode sans tatoos, the look from the 2007 Transformers Movie, are willing to pay more, and like to keep the boxes for your Transformers, this release by TakaraTomy is right up your alley! In addition, Amazon.jp has updated with new official, high res imagery of the upcoming Starscream. Hit the title bar to see the latest update!

Original Source: MP-M01 Masterpiece Movie Starscream Official Imagery @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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On the eve of TFcon Toronto 2010, the TFcon website has been updated with the first look at the TFcon 2010 exclusive Night-bird figure. Check it out here: TFcon 2010 Night-bird preview.

Night-bird will be available at TFcon 2010, July 17th and 18th in Toronto. Special guests include David Kaye - the voice of Beast Wars Megatron and Transformers Animated Optimus Prime, Mark Ryan - Transformers Movie Bumblebee and Jetfire, Derrick J. Wyatt - the Art Director and Lead Character Designer for Transformers Animated, Hasbro Canada plus artists Dan Khanna, Matt Moylan, Alex Milne and Marvin Mariano. The TFcon 2010 exclusive figure Night-bird is limited to 1000 pieces. For more details check out www.tfcon.ca.

Can't make the convention? Pre-order it here:
TFcon 2010 Exclusive Night-Bird Figure @ TFsource
TFcon 2010 Exclusive Nightbird Toy @ BBTS
TFcon 2010 Exclusive Nightbird Pre-order @ Kapow Toys

Original Source: TFcon 2010 Night-bird first images revealed @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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I hope with all the excitement surrounding yesterday's announcement of a Predaking reissue that you have not forgotten about these guys! HK-TF has shared a handful of images showcasing the Hasbro Seacons reissue in package. These images show off the excellent artwork on the side of the box, as well as showing the other side flap confirming all six members retain their original names, although a couple now have "Decepticon" prefixes to their names. Check out all the images by clicking on the link above, or the title of this story to view our mirror.

The Seacons are going to be exclusively available in the US via our friends and sponsors at Big Bad Toy Store. Click here to visit their site and place your preorder for them.

Original Source: More Images of Generation 1 Seacons / Piranacon Reissue @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Japanese site getnews.jp has shared some images from the Tokyo Toy Show of Device Label Blaster. These images give you a much better idea of just how big Blaster is going to be - he is much bigger than a Deluxe, possibly even Voyager Class sized. These images also give us our first real look at the robot's back. Check out the images by clicking on the link above, or the title of this story for our mirror of them.

Original Source: In hand look at Device Label Blaster @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Check out some live coverage of Transformers 3 filming in Chicago on Michigan Avenue. Who knows what you'll see! If the video doesn't load here, you can try it at WGN's site here.

Original Source: Live Feed of Transformers 3 Filming in Chicago @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Tim Formas @ TFW2005.com

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With filming of Transforners 3 returning to Chicago over the last 24 hours, more information and images of the area and of actual scenes are rolling in.

Luis Arroyave of the Chicago Tribune has a report from the set describing a few of the details from scenes and other items of note from the filming. While scenes of actors Shia LaBeouf and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley attempting to escape the devastation on Michigan Avenue were filmed, there were also sightings of actor Josh Duhamel! Per the report, Ratchet is also fulfilling his caffiene need by stopping at a Starbucks.

New images of the set and scenes, courtesy of the Chicago Tribune, can be found by clicking on the thumbnail to the left.

Original Source: Transformers 3 Images for July 16th from the Chicago - Michigan Avenue Set @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Deefuzz @ TFW2005.com

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If you thought you had caught up on new Transformers product, think again! We now have our first retail sighting of two more Voyagers from the Hunt for the Decepticons line. Banzaitron and Battle Blades Optimus Prime were found today at a Toys R US store in Texas.

Time to fill the gas tank back up and go out for the hunt! Good luck to everyone out there looking to get one of these new toys!

Original Source: Decepticon Banzaitron and Battle Blades Optimus Prime Found at U.S. Retail @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Check out a couple more shots of Transformers 3 filming in Chicago, including some nice shots of Ratchet's new deco, and a covered up Bumblebee.

EDIT: Added 2 more @ 7:56 PM EST.

Original Source: Some More Transformers 3 On-Set Images - Ratchet Close Up @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Boards member Peaugh has once again supplied us with reviews and images of an upcoming Transformers toy. This time out, it is Hailstorm, from the second assortment of Deluxe Class Hunt for the Decepticon series toys. Hailstorm is a squat yet powerful anti-aircraft tank featuring eight working missile launchers, but how does he measure up compared to other recent Transformers toy releases? Check out the images and a text review by clicking on the discuss link below, or if you prefer check out Peaugh's video review, it is embedded below:

Original Source: Hunt for the Decepticons Hailstorm Reviews and Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Check out a couple more shots of Transformers 3 filming in Chicago, including some nice shots of Ratchet's new deco, and a covered up Bumblebee.

EDIT: Added 2 more @ 7:56 PM EST.

Original Source: Some More Transformers 3 On-Set Images - Ratchet Close Up, Caddy XLR @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Fosterlager @ TFW2005.com

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Who better than TFW2005 member Red Alert to give us an early sneak peek at the Generations version of Red Alert? Check out the whole gallery, including comparisons with the Henkei version of Alert, by hitting the title bar or the thumbnail. Red Alert has also shown us how nice this new Red looks with his partner in firefighting and old G1 pal Inferno!

Original Source: Generations Red Alert Photo Gallery @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

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2005 boards member Masabon has contributed videos of Tokyo Toy Show 2010 from today, the day that the show was open to the public! Masabon has also posted 2 sets of images, divided between the 2 following categories:

• Transformers Animated display by TakaraTomy
• Transformers 2010 Campaign items and Exclusives

To see all of the new images and videos, hit the title bar!
2005 boards member Masabon has contributed videos of Tokyo Toy Show 2010 from today, the day that the show was open to the public! Masabon has also posted 2 sets of images, divided between the 2 following categories:

• Transformers Animated display by TakaraTomy
• Transformers 2010 exclusives and Renewal versions

Some of the notable Animated figures on display include:

• Lucky Draw Optimus Prime
• Sunstorm

2010 Campaign items and exclusives include:

• Primus repaint
• Predaking Reissue
• Elite Guard Prowl repaint from Transformers Animated
• Dreadwing And Smokescreen Generation 2 homage made from Revenge Of The Fallen molds Mindwipe & Skystalker
• MP-M01 Starscream

Original Source: Tokyo Toy Show 2010 Public Day Video And TakaraTomy Transformers Display Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

Original Source: TFCon Night Bird Video Review @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Botcon may have been and gone, but the memories live on. One of the ways they live on are in the form of the convention exclusive souvenir toys, and today we're proud to share with you our gallery of the Botcon 2010 exclusive set, Generation 2 Redux. Check out full galleries of all the figures from the convention exclusive boxed set (Autobot Spark, Clench, Breakdown, Streetstar and Sky Byte), along with Decepticon Slice the attendee figure, and the three sets of exclusives sold at the Collector's Club Store at Botcon - Turbomaster and Double Punch, Rapido and Cindersaur, and the Sharkticon three pack.

Still not enough for you? We've also got images from the Customizing Class showing the parts and the process of constructing Generation 2 Sideswipe, along with the finished toy. Be sure to give mad props to 2005 Photo Staff Member Icespark for sending those our way. We have also updated our event galleries with full galleries showing off the Hall of Fame event and displays, the Hasbro New Products Display, and an additional gallery for showing off the Dealer room and the TFW crew chilling out.

So what are you waiting for? Click on the above links to check out all the new images!

Original Source: Botcon 2010 Toy Galleries Now Online @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.