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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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Jim Shooter has posted another new article on his blog, and it's a follow-up to yesterday's article that we posted regarding the secret origin of the Transformers franchise. This article covers some of the Marvel and Sunbow talks. as well as some of Shooter's personal struggles while working in the business.

Original Source: Jim Shooter And The Secret Origin of Transformers: Part 2 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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Courtesy of the Hong Kong electronics site East Touch, we have images of Transformers-branded Phone Accessories that will be released in Southeast Asia. They are apparently part of a recent promotional campaign that is taking place in the region for the Dark of the Moon movie. Available through this promotion will be unfolding wireless chargers, and cases for your phones and phone accessories.

Original Source: Transformers-Branded Phone Accessories @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: XJunky @ TFW2005.com

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Reports have been rolling in from sister site Cybertron.ca that our brothers to the North have been finding the WalMart Movie 3 Exclusive Deluxe Optimus Prime hitting retail shelves. Is was unclear whether or not these would ever make it up to Canada, so fans of the mold are celebrating as the little guy makes appearances across the country.

Original Source: DoTM WalMart Exclusive Deluxe Optimus Prime Released in Canada @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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We have received the Diamond Comics Shipping List for next Wednesday, June 29th, 2011, thanks to 2005 Boards member D-Drive.

TRANSFORMERS HEART OF DARKNESS #4 (& it's incentive)

Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning(w) o Ulises Farinas (a) o Farinas, Casey Coller, Livio Ramondelli (c)

THE ROAD TO "CHAOS" ENDS HERE! With his army assembled, Galvatron is ready to take the Heart of Darkness back to Cybertron. But first, he must now face down the ultimate threat, a force of unimaginable power and overwhelming darkness. Will Galvatron stand strong or will he bend to the will of inescapable evil? HoD leads directly into "CHAOS"-the first-ever TRANSFORMERS event book from IDW!

Original Source: Diamond Comics Shipping List For June 29th, 2011 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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A new free app has popped up in the iTunes App Store today. Described as "the first ever app of its kind" this game is "special interactive edition of the TRANSFORMERS: DARK OF THE MOON poster". What does that mean? Those with an iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, 4th Generation iPod Touch, or an iPad 2 can find out my clicking the link above. And be sure to tell us your own thoughts on this free app in the discussion thread.

Original Source: Transformers 3: Defend the Earth Now Available on the iTunes App Store @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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It’s wee morning hours in Russia. As we speak, preparations are taking place for the 33rd Moscow International Film Festival. Something special is happening this year.

This is it folks… Transformers: Dark of the Moon Premiere is happening today at the Pushkinsky Cinema Theater in Moscow.

Michael Bay will be in attendance for the show accompanied Shia LaBeouf, Patrick Dempsey, Josh Duhamel, Tyrese Gibson, John Malkovich, and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley.

The special premiere also marks the first time in festival history that an American film with an American cast has opened the festival. It also marks the first world premiere for a film at the Russian event.

Stay tuned for the Images and Videos from the event. Many Entertainment Websites such as MTV are there to cover the event. If you are there at the event, take photos and share them with your fellow members at the thread linking to this news post.

Rest of the world will have to wait till 28th/29th June to enjoy the movie but that's not far away.

TFW2005 had the pleasure of covering Transformers Movie News with the help from all of you; our dear members. We had pretty memorable moment such as revealing the very first images from the 1st movie to the reveal of third movie title. We say “Thank You!”

Speaking of which… Take a moment to say Thanks to the Michael Bay Transformers Live Action Movie Trilogy at the Appreciation Thread.

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Premiere @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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In a bit of news coming out of left field, Designer Flash Drive company Mimoco has announced today a subline of officially licensed Transformers USB Flash Drives, which are available in two varieties (Optimus Prime and Megatron) and four different storage sizes (2, 4, 8, and 16GB.) Prices range from $23-$60 (USD) and they come preloaded with digital comics, videos, desktop wallpapers, desktop icons, avatars, screensavers and more.

Product does not convert.

Original Source: Mimoco Unveils Transformers MIMOBOT USB Flash Drives @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Autobase Aichi has posted info on a new book; "Transformers: Darkside Moon -Ultimate Guide". The book will focus on various merchandise associated with Transformers Darkside Moon. It also features promotional cards from Takara's Heat Scramble game. The book is 56 pages long and priced at 1800 with a scheduled release date of June 29th.

Original Source: Transformers Darkside Moon - Ultimate Guide @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Exciting news for those of us (such as myself) who use an Android phone. IDW Publishing and ComiXology have teamed up to bring Transformers comics to the Android Market.

Take a look at the titles that will be available as well as full press release after the jump!

Original Source: IDW and ComiXology bring Transformers to Droid Market @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Board member PrimeFlo17 has shared with us a new image from this Saturdays brand new episode of Transformers: Prime.

The episode is called "Criss Cross" and airs this Saturday on The Hub

Original Source: New Image from Upcoming Transformers: Prime Episode @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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The NY Times has posted an article with Dark of The Moon director Michael Bay and visual effects supervisor, Scott Farrar. The article features Shockwave and gives us a little depth on the character as well his weaponry.

The article also goes into detail about the locations filmed in Chicago. Last but not least, they've included a new image of Shockwave as well.

Original Source: NY Times article featuring Shockwave @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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With less than a week to go before launch, the Transformers Dark of the Moon hype machine is in full motion. This billboard - which has elements lifted above its surface for a 3D effect - has gone up along the westbound M4 Motorway in London UK. It's a very cool - and huge - bit of advertising for Dark of the Moon. Check it out and enjoy!

Original Source: Awesome Dark of the Moon 3D Billboard @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Some new information has circulated from Japanese retailers regarding various new items coming from Takara-Tomy. Four more Alternity releases are confirmed from August through December - all four molds are getting new versions, not just the two reported previously. The four will be:

Nissan GTR / Dai Atlas - August
Nissan Fairlady Z / Galvatron - September
Mitsuoka Orochi / Banzai Tron - November
Suzuki Swift / Goldbug - December

No confirmation yet as to whether these will be straight up recolors, or if they will feature new heads. But what an interesting selection of characters - Alternity Galvatron presents the terrifying concept, story-wise, of what would happen if you powered up an already obscenely powerful Megatron?

Also confirmed first of all are reports of a black version of Masterpiece Rodimus Convoy, and reissues of Soundblaster and Twincast. Also listed are a new release for Disney Label Micky Mouse, and an Xmas edition Mickey Mouse. The black version of Jetwing Optimus Prime is also evidently still on the cards and slated for an October release.

This information comes to you via Meister79 of the Allspark.

Original Source: Alternity Redeco Names and Release Dates @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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New third party group Maketoy (whose work was previously confused with that of Fansproject) have launched a website to show off their unofficial custom Transformers projects. On the website are new color images of their not-Powerglide and not-Seaspray, and some concepts for their Generation 2 Laser Optimus Prime upgrade. But most interesting of all is a sketch at the bottom of the page, indicating we might have an alternative to the $100 a piece TFC Toys Hercules Devastator in the works...

Original Source: Maketoy Website Live - Laser Optimus Prime Upgrade, Powerglide, Seaspray, Devastator @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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MSN TV has updated their Transformers Prime episode guide with a summary of episode 19 of Transformers Prime, Rock Bottom:

The Autobots, Jack and Miko find themselves trapped inside a cave.

I'm sure the drama of the episode will come when they discover, they're not alone in that cave, but that's speculation on my part.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Rock Bottom Synopsis @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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"I'm really proud we are doing a premiere here: I think it's a wonderful world stage," director Michael Bay told reporters in Moscow, where a crowd of fans waiting for autographs outside one of the city's main hotels attested to the Russian film audience's growing appetite for Hollywood movies.

"I grew up during the Cold War. My grandfather, who is from Russia, said I would never make it into the film business... That's partly why I'm here," Bay said.

Actor Shia LaBoeuf said "Dark of the Moon" -- whose action plays out against the backdrop of the U.S.-Russian space race -- was the best yet in the saga.

"The third movie is the best one. It's the strongest script we've ever had, it's the best character development, it's paced well, it's shot incredibly," LaBoeuf, who starred in all three movies, told Reuters.

"Technologically, it's the most advanced, just the best special effects we've ever devised!"

More Images, Information and Videos incoming. Stay Tuned With TFW2005!

Update - More shots added at 4:21 PM EST!

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Premiere - Press Event, Photo Call And Red Carpet @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Watch this clip of the new episode of Transformers Prime - Crisscross - airing this weekend on The Hub. Also be sure to check out this pair of new stills of the episode - all coming to you via MTV Geek.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Crisscross Clip and Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Boards member xterry has shared some nice clear images of the upcoming Transformers Cyberverse Ark playset with us. The playset is one of the larger items in the Cyberverse line and has light and sound features plus an exclusive Legion Class figure, Roller. According to xterry, the set is unfortunately scaled more or less exclusively for Legion class toys... Check out the pictures and decide for yourself.

Original Source: Cyberverse Ark Picture Review @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The latest edition of Hobby Japan includes a small article on Revoltech Optimus Prime. The Hobby Japan coverage shows a fully painted version of the Sci-Fi Revoltech Prime, which looks like it gets a very nice and detailed paintjob. The accessory picture from the other night is also repeated but fully painted this time - and there is an element of fun, with a demonstration of how some of the accessories can attach to the shoulders as well as the arms.

This image comes to you via Cybergundam's blog.

Original Source: Revoltech Optimus Prime Magazine Scan @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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TFW2005 just received the latest Press Release from Hasbro-Discovery Hub.

It seems as though Hub World is finally getting the “Club Hub” update.

"Club Hub" will be a playful and transformative world, where kids can explore endless, play-driven opportunities. The new virtual community will allow users to play a variety of exciting games, solve challenging puzzles, and vote in newsworthy polls in order to personalize their own spaces on the site called "Club Rooms" based on The Hub's current programming lineup that includes an assortment of popular locales from fan-favorite shows including "My Little Pony Friendship is Magic," "Fraggle Rock," "Transformers Prime," and "Dan Vs."

Read the entire Press Release after the jump.

Original Source: Hub World Website Update - Club Hub @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Transformers: Dark Of The Moon TV Spot - "Believe"

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon TV Spot - Believe @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Joe Moore @ TFW2005.com

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Today, for our Featured Ebay Auctions, we have take a look at some items from the land where mecha and robots are king...Japan. Check out some great vintage (and one slightly more modern) Japanese Transformers.

• Japanese G1 Fortress Maximus MIB
• Japanese G1 Vintage Sixturbo Giftset MIB
• Japanese G1 Liokaiser MIB
• Japanese G1 Individually Boxed Combaticons
• Sealed Car Robots Toys "R" Us Exclusive Clear God Fire Convoy Giftset

Many more photos of each can be seen by checking out the auctions.

Original Source: Featured Ebay Auctions - It's probably Japanese...Yeah, it's definitely Japanese @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Mark Cuban the owner of Dallas Mavericks had the pleasure of signing Optimus Prime into his team. Enjoy this ESPN-Transformers: Dark of the Moon Cross Promotion Commercial. The team may need a bigger bus though…


Mr. Cuban recently tweeted and said...

"Had a great time shooting the Transformers 3 spot ! Can't wait to see the movie. Let me know what u think of the spot #TF3"

Original Source: Mark Cuban's ESPN Dark Of The Moon Commercial @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

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You're probably asking yourself, "wait WHAT, ROADBUSTER?!". CYBERGUNDAM BLOG has posted scans of the ES Gokin Mugen Calibur. Mugen Calibur was a mecha from an anime called Dorvack, of which Takatoku made a 1/55 toy of. Why is this of any importance? Molds for that toy were licensed to Hasbro for use in Transformers Generation 1.....



....for none other than Roadbuster! If Super Deformed(SD) robot toys are you thing, and you like diecast plus full articulation(and transformation!) check out the scans of the upcoming ES Gokin Mugen Calibur!

Original Source: Transforming Diecast SD Roadbuster @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

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Check out another video of Masterpiece Convoy Version 2, this time, showing transformation from robot to truck mode!



Are you excited for the all new version of Masterpiece Prime?

Original Source: Masterpiece Convoy Version 2 Transformation Video @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.