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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Earlier we reported a rumor that the main line of Transformers Prime toys has shown up at retail in the United States. Thanks to one of the newest 2005 Board members, Phantomcrow, we now have confirmation of that rumor. Phantomcrow reports finding the first wave of Revealers (Deluxes) and the first wave of Powerizers (Voyagers) at a local Toys R Us in Kansas City, MO. Other sightings have been reported in California as well. All sightings have been from Toys R Us Stores.

The hunt is on and the game is afoot, load your wallets with cash and get to your local Toys R Us! Don't forget, if you see anything else new from the Transformers Prime line make sure to let us know in our sightings forum.

Original Source: Confirmed: Transformers Prime Toys at US Retail @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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In what is sure to be either the most successful or most insanely popular Happy Meal ventures since Beanie Babies, Equestria Daily is reporting that Transformers Prime toys will be coming to Happy Meal boxes at your local McDonalds this March. The Transformers Prime Toys will be offered in a boys Happy Meal while another one of Hasbro's properties, My Little Pony, will be offered to the girls. No pictures as of yet, but we'll keep you posted on TFW.

What kind of Happy Meal toys would you prefer this time around? Gimmick and weapon based non-Transforming figures like the most recent movie toys? Or perhaps you would like to see Transforming toys return ie;Animated, Beast Wars, and McChangeables? Discuss these possibilities and the combo of Transformers and MLP after the break!

Original Source: Transformers Prime and My Little Pony Coming To Happy Meals? @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: XJunky @ TFW2005.com

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Vangelus, Gogdog, and Seth Buzzard are joined by the GDPM to discuss more Transformers, the final Botcon toy reveals, an expensive lady robot, and a SECRET INVASION BY A FAN FAVOURITE.

You can download and comment on it here: WTF @ TFW - Episode 183

If you use iTunes and regularly subscribe to podcasts, you can add us to your player and have the software download each episode automatically each time we update. To do that, and give us a reviews on iTunes, click here: Transformers Podcast on iTunes.

Original Source: WTF @ TFW Episode 183 is now Online! @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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MTV Geek has updated their website with a trailer for Transformers Prime Season 2 Episode 1 "Orion Pax part 1". MTV Geek has also provided a short description. Warning! Potential for spoilers if you choose to read on.

MTV Geek is pleased to present you with this exclusive clip from the season premiere of Transformers Prime , "Orion Pax - Part 1," airing Sat, January 28 at 8:30 PM EDT on The Hub. It's the start of a whole new season of Transformers Prime, at its new time of 8:30!

While Optimus suffers from amnesia, Megatron manipulates him into joining the Decepticons.

The Daytime Emmy® Award-winning animated series features archrivals Optimus Prime and Megatron as they once again face-off in their legendary battle for the very future of Earth. Season Two takes us even deeper into the mythology of the Transformers as both the Autobots and Decepticons uncover clues relating to secret artifacts of Iacon which could not only change the balance of power in the war, but also potentially revive their dead home planet of Cybertron.

Transformers Prime returns to the Hub, February 18th at 8:30pm EST with the entire three part episode of "Orion Pax". Enjoy the trailer embedded below.

MTV Shows

Original Source: Transformers Prime Season 2 Orion Pax part 1 Trailer @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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More news out of The Transformers Collectors' Club. The club has updated their Facebook page with an image of the upcoming store exclusive Runabout's vehicle mode. This is the first we've seen of this figure in all of it's plastic glory. The Club also states that Runabout's robot mode will be revealed tomorrow. Runabout will be available for preorder sometime next week, according to the Club, along with Shattered Glass Drift. Runabout's partner, Runamuck, will be available as the free figure for signing up for the Transformers Collectors' Club Magazine.

Keep watching for more images here on TFW!

Original Source: Transformers Collectors' Club Exclusive Runabout Vehicle mode @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Site Sponsor, Bigbadtoystore, has updated their preorders page with a ton of new listings for Japanese Transformers Prime toys. Some of these are official confirmation of characters getting toys while others are brand new listings.
No pictures as of yet, but we will keep you posted here on TFW.

Up for Preorder:

• Voyager Optimus Prime
• Deluxe Bumblebee
• Deluxe Cliffjumper
• Deluxe Ratchet
• Deluxe Megatron
• Deluxe Skywarp
• Voyager Starscream
• Deluxe Terrorcon Cliffjumper
• Voyager Bulkhead
• Deluxe Soundwave
• Deluxe Arcee
• Voyager Decepticon Breakdown
• Deluxe Knockout
• Deluxe Decepticon Bikon
• Legends Decepticon Bikon
• Commander Bulkhead
• Commander Optimus Prime
• Commander Megatron
• Commander Starscream
• Legends Bumblebee
• Legends Cliffjumper
• Legends Arcee
• Legends Ratchet
• Legends Eback
• Commander Ironhide
• Commander Dreadwing

Original Source: New Japanese Prime Toy Listings on BBTS @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Past Generation Toys sent us an update. Check it out below.

This week @ PastGenerationToys.com - FREE SHIPPING at Past Generation Toys on ALL orders shipped within the lower 48 United States!

preOrders

DC Direct Arkham City - This series includes Catwoman, Batman, Mad Hatter, Hush and The Riddler.

Mass Effect 3 Action Figures- Mass Effect 3 Series 1 and 2 Action Figures

Statues and Busts -Tons of Gentle Giant and Bowen Designs

Living Dead Dolls -From the movie Kick Ass, now you can own the Hit Girl Kick Ass Previews PX Exclusive Living Dead Doll

To see the full newsletter read the full story!

Original Source: PGT Update Jan 2012 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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In a bit of a surprise announcement, the Transformers Collector's Club has announced on their website that they will soon be taking orders for Club Exclusive T-Shirts.

The upcoming exclusive is based upon this year's Runabout and Runamuck exclusives and makes reference to their classic Statue of Liberty art.

We are excited to announce that in addition to the Runabout and Drift pre-orders that are scheduled to go up next week, Club members will be able to purchase EXCLUSIVE Transformers Collectors' Club T-shirts! There will be two styles available for any member to Pre-order.

Click the thumbnail to check out the Style A T-shirt and be sure to add this to your Member Exclusive Club toys order!

Original Source: Transformers Collector's Club T-Shirts Announced @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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A few days ago we posted a story regarding some updates to the Takara-Tomy website, and today we'll be posting an update to THAT update, as thanks to GunJap.net we have some clarifications regarding what we speculated to be a stage based upon Optimus Prime for the Asahikawa Winter Festival, revealing that the project is in reality a giant 16 Meter (Or 52 1/2 feet) statue of Transformers: Prime Optimus Prime made entirely out of snow. We'll keep you posted on this chilling story as time goes on.

Original Source: 16 Meter Tall Optimus Prime Snow Statue @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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It seems the Dark of the Moon news won't stop as brief as each story may be, and this time the news is brought to us by Engadget, who has a brief clip of a special feature of the upcoming Special Edition BluRay, specifically regarding the 3D filming of the movie. The new Special Edition BluRay hits stores on January 31st.

Original Source: Transformers Dark of the Moon Special Features Clip @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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In some unexpected awesome news, BWTF.com has got their hands on a Deluxe Ratchet from the Transformers Prime line! Ben has also taken the time to take a bunch of pictures and review this figure who had, up until now, only been seen at Botcon 2011. An added bonus, the new mold of Deluxe Arcee can be seen on the back of the packaging.

Take a look at all the images by clicking the link above or the title bar.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Deluxe Ratchet Revealed and Reviewed @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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An image of what appears to be the just announced Optimus Maximus figure has surfaced on Twitter. The picture comes from the recently held UK Toyfair catalog. This Optimus figure is rumored to be between leader and supreme class sized and will be compatible with Cyberverse figures and playsets. His alternate mode will be a base for Cyberverse figures.

Check out the image after the break!

Original Source: Transformers Prime Optimus Maximus Revealed @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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New name? Check! New photo? Check!

The Transformers Collector's Club has updated their website with a new shot of the upcoming exclusive that is formerly known as Runabout. This toy sports a new head designed by Dan Khanna and Paul Brooks and is a remold alongside his fellow Battlecharger Runamuck of the Generations Wheeljack mold.

Hit the jump to read the full bio, and then discuss away with your fellow fans on the boards!

Original Source: New Photo of TFCC Over-Run @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Third party group, Igear, has updated their Facebook page with a new prototype image of what appears to be their take on Generation 1 Cliffjumper. As with other Igear figures, this guy looks like he will be carrying quite an arsenal with him.

Check out the image after the break and head over to our new 3rd Party Discussion forum to discuss this and all things 3rd party!

Original Source: IGear PP04 Cliffjumper Prototype @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Jeff Anderson, an interior artist for some of the Transformers Generation 1 Marvel comic books from the 80s currently has some of his original pages online for sale at eBay - Original Transformers G1 Comic Art. These include some pages from Target 2006, among others.

Check out all the pages by clicking here.

Original Source: Original G1 Comic Pages from Jeff Anderson on eBay @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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A bit of news today from Transformers Collector's Club regarding the toy formerly known as Runabout. Full robot mode pictures will be up later today, but the TFCC has announced that the name is no longer available for use and will instead be called "Over-Run" because "from a product standpoint we had to go with the name "Over-Run"... We could have searched out other names CLOSER to Runabout BUT that would have delayed us getting this guy to you all SOONER rather than later. Just all the way the schedule worked out."

From a legal standpoint, this naming issue is either due to Star Trek or a little red wagon.

Original Source: TFCC Runabout Now Named "Over-Run" @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Our fellow fans at Seibertron.com have passed along some interesting new images - one of which appears to be our first look at the Leader Class Weaponizer Optimus Prime. The new Optimus Prime in the pictures appears to have the most accurate truck mode yet, with a smaller handgun and two more cannons mounted on the shoulders - consistent with the earlier reports from earlier this week. The main body itself looks rather bulky, perhaps to a similar level as the original 2007 Movie Leader Class Optimus Prime - suggesting that there might be a soundbox in that torso, or possibly the front end of the cab hanging from the back.

Also pictured are a quartet of new Bot Shots, which includes a Bot Shot version of 2007 Movie Decepticon Brawl, and Transformers Prime Ratchet. There's also a pair of old style formula racing cars, one of whom reminds me of Fizzle from the Sparkabots. The other's a yellow version that reminds me of Generation 2 Blaze. That's probably not who they'll be though.

Original Source: Prime Weaponizer Optimus Prime and More Bot Shots Revealed @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Superquad7 @ TFW2005.com

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We have yet another Japanese Transformers release shared with us from the new TakaraTomy United line. This time we have in-hand photos of the United Megatron, that is in Hero Megatron from Generation 2 colors! We get to see comparison photos with the Classics Two-Pack Megatron as well as United G2 Optimus Prime duking it out with Megs! You can view the gallery of images mirrored here after the jump!

Original Source: TF United Megatron (G2 Style) - In-hand Gallery @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Superquad7 @ TFW2005.com

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The latest wave of TakaraTomy's Transformers United series has hit the shelves in Japan, and TFW2005.com member Masabon has shared some in-hand photos of some of these. Here, we are treated to the United versions of Warpath, Thunderwing, Rodimus Prime, and the Windcharger vs. Decepticon Wipe-Out set! These toys are the identical molds found on the Reveal the Sheild and the Generations releases with some notable deco and paint application changes often characteristic of TakaraTomy's releases.

He has also generously provided some translations of the bios found on the cardbacks (which you can view in the discussion thread). You can also view the image gallery shared with us after the jump! Are you happy with what you have already purchased, or do you find some of the deco changes worth importing? Be sure to discuss your thoughts in our on-going discussion thread !

Original Source: Transformers United Wave 4 - In-hand Photo Gallery @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Bad news reaches us from our sponsors, Big Bad Toy Store and TFSource. The Transformers Prime First Edition toy line, which contains amongst others a very sharp screen accurate Optimus Prime and Bulkhead, plus Cliffjumper with show-accurate arm cannons, have been officially canceled for US distribution. A very small few made it to Toys R Us, along with a partial release of the line in Asia and Canada. Although it was always intended to be a limited run line, it looks now like that many preorders may simply not be filled.

Earlier today, Big Bad Toy Store began sending out the following email:

We apologize that we have learned that Hasbro has canceled these [Transformers Prime First Edition] figures. We will be listing new TF Prime preorders on Wednesday 2/1. Some of these may convert to new listings and some will be canceled. We will email you with updates between now and Wednesday.

TFSource also posted the following on Twitter and Facebook:

Unfortunately we have some bad news, we didn't want to call it until Hasbro confirmed, but the rest of the Transformers Prime First Edition series figures will not hit the US. New Prime preorders will be up next week, if you already have placed an order you can opt to convert to the new product (RID) or cancel your order if you no longer want the RID piece. Once we have more news and the new preorders up next week we'll reach out directly to all customers that preordered.


Unfortunately it seems likely that the line will at this point never see a full, mainstream US release. However, hope is not completely lost - this may be like previous occasions where items that seemed to be canceled eventually turned up in discount stores such as Ross, as was the case with the Reveal the Shield Voyager assortment, Power Core Combiners or Windcharger.

We live in the hope.

Original Source: Transformers Prime First Editions Officially Canceled for the US @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The official Transformers Twitter page has updated with a fun little featurette on the process of designing the defining character of Transformers Dark of the Moon, Sentinel Prime. This is all to promote the release of the Blu-Ray special edition this coming Tuesday, 31 January. Check it out embedded below:

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Designing Sentinel Prime @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Dairycon have unveiled their third exclusive item, the cosmic moocher, Cosmoo! Yes, you read that right - he's a moocher Transformer! He's the third revealed exclusive for Dairycon 2012 - there are four more planned to be revealed, for a total of seven exclusive items!

Dairycon 2012 is held over the weekend of April 27th and 28th, 2012 at the Ramada Plaza Hotel in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. For more information and to pre-register head on over to the Dairycon 2012 homepage!

Original Source: Dairycon 2012 Exclusive Cosmoo! @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Feeling a little down now that TFC Toys' Hercules project has been completed? Are you feeling a loss that can only be filled by another 3rd party Devastator project? Don't worry, TFW has you covered. The first two components from Giant, a 3rd party Devastator custom project from Maketoys, have started arriving at the front doors of fans. Thanks to several 2005 Board members, ACToys, and livedoor we have a ton of images to take a look at!

We've got it all!

• Pictures showing off articulation (Check out the ankle rocking joints!)
• Comparison pics with TFC Toys Hercules figures and Fansproject Bruticus
• In package and out of package pics
• Robot mode, vehicle mode, and limb mode pictures
• Teasing from 2005 Board member Drillbit on a possible interactive feature with Maketoys' upcoming Not-Fallen figure. (Take this as a rumor for now)

Be sure to discuss this project in our Maketoys Giant thread in our new 3rd Party Forum and share your thoughts!

Original Source: Maketoys Giant Excavator and Bulldozer Pictorial Review @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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The Official Transformers Collectors' Club has Tweeted a new image of their upcoming exclusives Runamuck and Over-Run. Seen here together for the first time, the two partners are giving eachother a high five.

Runamuck will be available with from the Collector's Club for free with a paid subscription by March 16th. Over-Run will be for sale via the Club's store with preorders going live early next week.

The Collectors' club has also tweeted that the final preview of Shattered Glass Drift, the other store exclusive for 2012, will be posted on Monday.

Check out the image after the break.

Original Source: New Image of Transformers Collectors' Club Runamuck and Over-Run @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Stylin Online sent us a note letting us know about a sale they are having through Sunday night. A ton of Transformers products are on sale for half price or more, most tees under 10 bucks.

If you are looking for items not-Transformers related, they've listed all their sale items on one page here: Holiday Blowout!

T-Shirts - Under 10 bucks

Autobot Tracks T-Shirt
Transformers Megatron Poised T-Shirt
Transformers Octagonal Scene T-Shirt
Transformers Trucker T-Shirt
Optimus Prime T-Shirt
Transformers Cons Bots T-Shirt
Transformers Prime Shot T-Shirt
Transformers Movie Poster T-Shirt
Transformers Autobot Collage T-Shirt
Transformers Decepticon Group T-Shirt
Transformers Face Off Movie T-Shirt
Transformers Megatron T-Shirt
Transformers Movie Barricade T-Shirt
Transformers Megatron T-Shirt
Transformers Movie Optimus T-Shirt
Transformers Rodimus Poster T-Shirt
Transformers Collage T-Shirt
Transformers Prime Cloud T-Shirt
Transformers Optimus Vote T-Shirt
Transformers 2004 Convention T-Shirt
Transformers 84 T-Shirt
Transformers Autobot T-Shirt
Transformers Decepticon T-Shirt
Transformers Soundwave T-Shirt
Autobot T-Shirt
Silver Autobot T-Shirt
Transformers Movie Decepticon T-Shirt
Transformers Movie Decepticon Logo T-Shirt
Decepticon Logo T-Shirt
Transformers Blackout T-Shirt

Hats - 2 for 35 or less

Autobot Hat
Decepticon Hat
Transformers Autobot Many Symbols Hat
Transformers Autobot Robots Hat
Transformers Decepticon Many Names Hat
Transformers Decepticon Stencil Hat
Transformers Decepticon Logo Hat
Transformers Jingle Logo Hat
Transformers Spray Youth Hat
Transformers Bumblebee Youth Hat
Transformers Animated Group Youth Hat
Transformers Bumblebee Brim Youth Hat
Transformers Optimus Movie Youth Hat

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