[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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TFcon is pleased to welcome back Matt Moylan to the convention this year. He is best known to Transformers fans as the artist behind LilFormers. You can meet him in the TFcon 2011 artist alley all weekend.

TFcon features Canada's largest dealer room for Transformers merchandise, question and answer panels and autograph sessions with many special guests including Transformers writer Simon Furman and Transformers voice actors Garry Chalk and Paul Eiding; artists Joe Ng, Alex Milne with more TBA, a costume and customs contest and fan discussion panels.

TFcon - Canada's 10th Annual Transformers Collectors Convention is July 30th and 31st, 2011 at the Delta Meadowvale Resort and Conference Centre in Mississauga, Ontario with free parking. You can book your hotel room for TFcon 2011 via the hotel reservation website and preorder the TFcon 2011 exclusive Stronghold figure and preregister for TFcon 2011 before July 15th.

Original Source: Matt Moylan of LilFormers to attend TFcon 2011 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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An upcoming Third-Party product called "DB2-01 Armored Saber" has been revealed via ACToys. No other info has been given about the product; including price, release date, or even what company is behind the design. All that has been shown is a single (highly edited) photo. Is this merely a Robot Masters Star Saber custom, or is this a full-blown Third-Party product? Feel free to speculate in the thread.

Original Source: Third-Party Victory Saber in the works? @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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

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Following previous tie-in releases such as the Camaro Transformers Edition and China's “SPARK MYSELF” Chevrolet Spark, GM will launch in South Korea one thousand units of a Transformers Edition Chevrolet Spark. Sporting an aesthetic makeover akin to Dark of the Moon Mudflap, it will follow Bumblebee's lead and feature racing stripes, an aero kit, 15 inch wheels, and various Autobot and Transformers sigils and branding.

Pricing in South Korea has been anounced at $11,823.00 won for a manual transmision or $13,326.00 for an automatic. Click above to view the mirrored images.

Original Source: South Korea Chevrolet Spark Transformers Edition @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Joe Moore @ TFW2005.com

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There was a time when Transformers Prototypes were a fairly hard thing to come by. But now, if you want to own a pre-production toy, it's not as hard or even as expensive as it used to be. However, like a few listed below, some pre-production figures are still a bit harder to find than others. So for today's Featured Ebay Auctions, we have a sampling of some of the currently available Transformers Prototypes.

• Unpainted Alternators Prowl Prototype
• Transformers Cybertron Primus Prototype
• Transformers "Battle In A Box" Unreleased Drench vs Smokescreen Test Shots
• Transformers Universe Nemesis Prime (Big Convoy Redeco) Prototype
• Beast Wars Rhinox Proof Card
• Transformers Go-Bots Aerobot Prototype

To see pics of the prototypes, check out he auctions.

Original Source: Featured Ebay Auctions - Prototypes @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Linkin Park is always into revolutionary evolution. 3D is no exception.

Here is Linkin Park bringing their Transformers: Dark of the Moon single; Iridescent in 3D.

What’s special about this is that you can watch it in ANY available 3D method including the Cross-Eye method (without using any glasses at all). All you got to do is to select your preferred method of 3D and you are all set to go. Now, that’s just Prime!

Select your preference here before watching the video..

Watch the 3D version of our music video for "Iridescent" featured in @TF3Movie. It will work with any set of 3D glasses.
-Linkin Park-

Original Source: Watch Linkin Park's Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Iridescent In 3D @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Vortex Video Review @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

Original Source: Botcon 2011 Script Reading Clip @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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In addition to giving us a look at the Japanese McDonalds Happy Meal Transformers, Snakas also provides us with a look at a clear Cyberverse Bumblebee. This one uses the Revenge of the Fallen Legend Bumblebee mold, rather than the current Cyberverse Legion Bumblebee. It's out understanding that this will be given away free with the September edition of TV Magazine - if you missed out on the Tatsuya Japan clear Legends Bumblebee two years ago, this is a good chance to add a clear Bumblebee to your collection.

Snakas also provided a small scan of the magazine showing off clear Bumblebee - check out our mirror of it at left.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Cyberverse Bumblebee Clear Version @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Check out the cool advert for the Transformers Mimobot USB Flash Drives!

Original Source: Transformers Mimobot USB Drive Advert @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

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

Original Source: Optimus Prime Dual Model Kit DMK-01 Video Review @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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As we reported earlier, Hasbro has launched their Official Transformers Kre-O Website.

You'll find Cool Products, Digital Builds and yes, those absolutely marvelous Character Bios.

KRE-O brings quality and innovation to the construction aisle. Each KRE-O Transformers set is ‘More Than Meets the Eye,’ with two types of builds: create a robot and then disassemble to build a vehicle, disassemble the vehicle to build a robot. Packed with play, most sets come complete with themed accessories and a poseable KREON mini figure in robot or human form.

You can visit the Kre-O Website @ Hasbro Transformers: Kre-O

Original Source: Transformers Official KRE-O Website Launched @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Kickback @ TFW2005.com

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The second issue of TFWe - TFW2005's E-Magazine has been released!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE BOARD VERSION!

A majority of the TFWe staff traveled to BotCon 2011 this year in Pasadena, California - and we brought our writing tools! Check out our recap on the BotCon toys, the BotCon panels, and the overall BotCon experience!

Shin Densetsu takes a look back at the voyager size class movie toys from all three movies for Optimus Prime, Megatron, and Ironhide. Secretcode introduces us to the new gimmick of the line, MechTech in the second edition of Gimmickry. And yours truly, Kickback, reviews the upcoming release of Shout! Factory's Headmasters Collection, which was made available to purchase to anyone attending BotCon.

CHECK OUT TFWe ISSUE 02 BY CLICKING HERE

Don't forget to check out our poll:

- YOU rate Transformers Dark of the Moon -

We have two special editorials for you this month - Joe Moore gives advice on how NOT to get ripped off on our forums when you're buying, trading, or selling, while Kickback explores all the things that went WRONG at this year's BotCon (hey, it's an editorial, what do you expect!?).

What are you waiting for?

CLICK HERE TO SEE TFWe ISSUE 02!!!!

The .PDF version of TFWe Issue 02 will be available shortly. Please watch TFW2005.COM for updates on TFWe!

Original Source: TFWe Issue 02 Released @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Shout Factory has sent an e-mail to it's customers letting them know that pre-orders for the Transformers Takara Collection have been cancelled due to a production delay of 8-10 weeks.

If you've had the set preordered through Shout Factory you're going to have to go back and re-order the set once it becomes available again.

We'll keep you posted as more information becomes available for this highly anticipated DVD release.

Original Source: Shout Factory Delays TF Japan collection @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Need some new gear to show off how hardcore you are about Transformers?
Hasbro has unveiled a new apparel line called "TF3 Crew Series". The line will feature apparel and accessories inspired by Transformers: Dark of The Moon.

Items will include caps, sunglasses, a line of cuffs, belt buckles and watches based on the film's imagery.

Consumers will also be able to customise t-shirts, iPod and iPad cases among other items with special film-inspired renderings by pop culture artist, Les Schettkoe.

Original Source: Hasbro Unveils "TF3 Crew Series" @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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The Baltimore Sun has posted an interview with Lester Speight who plays "Hardcore Eddie" in Transformers Dark of The Moon.

You may also recognize Lester from "Harold and Kumar Escape From Guantanamo Bay", "Norbit" and TV's "My Wife and Kids"

Hit the discussion link to read about this actor who not only played some comic relief but also got to hold the biggest piece of weaponry.

Original Source: Baltimore Sun interviews Lester Speight (Hardcore Eddie) @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

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

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Cyberverse Commander Hatchet with Dreads @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

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

Original Source: Perfect Effect PE-11 Night Ops Version (Botcon Exclusive) @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Boards member jimmynguyen41 has received and reviewed the latest Headrobots add-on kit, Gyro. Headrobots Gyro is an upgrade kit for Revenge of the Fallen Whirl, from the Masters of Metalikato two pack. It was exclusively available through online store Megatoyfan. It's a true garage kit, made of resin and hand-painted, and for the best fit of parts some sanding is needed. Check out Jimmy's review of this kit to see how it stacks up.

Original Source: Headrobots Gyro Resin Kit Review @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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MSN TV have updated with a rather spoiler-ish synopsis of what is going to happen in Transformers Prime episode 20, Partners. We're going to keep the frontpage spoiler free, so read on if you want to find out what the episode will be about.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Partners Synopsis @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Fansproject have updated their new Fansproject Core site with new images of their three Causality Insecticons. These new, supremely high-res images show off Thundershred, Stormbomb and Backfiery in all their glory, in tall advertisement style images. Thundershred is due out very soon, with Stormbomb due to follow late July and Backfirey late August, though it is always possible the schedule may slip a little. Check out the images to see them in all their glory.

Original Source: Fansproject Insecticons New Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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According to Box Office Mojo, Transformers Dark of the Moon has raked in a total of 43.2 million dollars through Wednesday. This includes preview numbers from limited IMAX 3D showings on Tuesday. This does not include international numbers or Thursday US numbers. The film has an estimated production budget of $195 million.

These numbers are still under Revenge of the Fallen stats, but, that could be part of the problem. People still have the ROTF taste in their mouth.

So, make sure to see it this weekend, bring your friends and family, and spread the word. Transformers Dark of the Moon is out NOW!

Original Source: Transformers Dark of the Moon - Box Office Through Wednesday @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Our friends and sponsors at Big Bad Toy Store have updated with some new preorders and some new information and images of various upcoming Transformers Dark of the Moon toys. Chief among them "Dark" Sentinel Prime. It's Sentinel Prime, but with a slightly darker color scheme. And more gray, bizarrely. Also newly added for your viewing (and preordering) pleasure are the Cyberverse Action Sets Shockwave and Ratchet, which really raise the bar for these little toys.

Here's the full list of new additions:

Cyberverse Commander Dark Sentinel Prime
Cyberverse Commander Guzzle
Cyberverse Plus Shockwave Fusion Tank
Cyberverse Plus Autobot Ratchet Repair Crawler
MechTech Deluxe Cyberfire Bumblebee
MechTech Deluxe Specialist Ratchet
MechTech Deluxe Wave 4 Set of 2

Also up for preorder, but without pictures, is MechTech Voyager Wave 4 Cannon Force Ironhide - the long awaited red Movieverse Ironhide! Oh yeah!

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Cyberverse Dark Sentinel Prime Official Pictures and more at BBTS @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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TFC Toys have revealed the release dates (and in two cases, the names) for their six Hercules custom Transformers. Get your diaries people, here's when you can look for these non-Constructicon lime green and purple tradesbots.

Exgraver - Coming Soon!
Heavylabor - September 2011
Stuctor - November 2011
Dr Crank - December 2011
Neckbreaker - March 2012
Mad Blender - April 2012

So, unless you want to double up on Structors and Exgravers, you've got nearly an 8 month wait until you can complete Hercules. Will it be worth it? Are you patient enough to wait until April next year for the final product? Sound off on the boards!

Original Source: TFC Toys Hercules Release Dates @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Toys R Us and Entertainment Earth are to release joint exclusives at this year's San Diego Comic Con.

Included will be:

• Toys“R”Us Exclusive TRANSFORMERS Masterpiece RODIMUS PRIME action figure from Hasbro®
• Toys“R”Us Exclusive San Diego Comic-Con ThunderCats “Classic Lion-O” Action Figure from Bandai America Incorporated
• Toys“R”Us Exclusive Comic-Con Preview of HALO “Master Chief Platinum” Action Figure from McFarlane Toys
• Toys“R”Us Exclusive San Diego Comic-Con Star Wars: Republic Commando Action Figure Set from Hasbro®
• Toys“R”Us Exclusive San Diego Comic-Con DCU vs. MOTU- Bizarro vs. Battle Armor Faker from Mattel®
• Toys“R”Us Exclusive San Diego Comic-Con Mortal Kombat “Lightning Fury Raiden” action figure from Jazwares®, Inc.
• Toys“R”Us Exclusive San Diego Comic-Con Minimates “MARVEL® vs. CAPCOM ® 3: Fate of Two Worlds” figures from Diamond Select

To see the full press release with details for each of those figures, and some images, read on.

Original Source: TRU and EE to Release Joint Exclusives and SDCC @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Josh Nizzi, concept artist for the Transformers Movies, has stopped by the 2005 Boards to let us know he has updated his site with some new concept art for Transformers Dark of the Moon. More will be coming this weekend, but for now he has teased us with a shot of DOTM Megatron.

Check out the image after the break, and head over to JoshNizzi.com for more of his awesome work.

Original Source: Transformers 3 Concept Art from Josh Nizzi @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.