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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Transformers Dark of the Moon has been nominated for an Oscar for its visual effects - hardly surprising considering it is a movie that packs in so much draw-dropping special effects into its two hours 20 minutes running time. What we have here as shared by MichaelBay.com is the actual visual effects reel, 10 minutes showcasing the gamut of special effects from Transformers Dark of the Moon, sent to Academy members for their consideration when deciding which of the nominees to award the Oscar for Best Visual Effects to.

Check out the reel embedded below to remind yourself of some of the very best draw dropping special effects sequences from Dark of the Moon:

Transformers' Oscars VFX Reel from Michael Bay Dot Com on Vimeo.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Oscars VFX Reel @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Continuing on with their Transformer Prime figure reveals until the 12th of February, The Transformers Facebook page has updated again today. Today's reveal is of Hot Shot, a redeco of the RID Revealers Bumblebee.

Take a look at the hi-res image and share your thoughts on this molds new head.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Hot Shot Revealed, Hi Res Image @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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A further catalog scan from the Nuremberg Toy Fair has revealed a new look at the Transformers Prime Cyberverse Energon Driller with Knock Out. The Driller is shown here in its "transformed" state looking much closer to how it appears on the show. Knock Out is also shown individually for the first time - he features two weapons, his melee Energon Shock Staff and his buzzsaw, both done in the usual clear plastic for the Cyberverse line. Read on and check out the new image, which also has another look at the Cyberverse Wheeljack included.

Original Source: Prime Cyberverse Knock Out Energon Driller New Image @ 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:

Greetings SourceFans!
This week we have many new and restocked items on the site! First off, the final stock of the first edition Make Toys Battle Tanker is back instock! We've also restocked a few poplular figures from Fansproject, including Warbot Defender, and CA-03 Thundershred, CA-04 Stormbomb and CA-05 Backfiery! KM-01X Knight Morpher Commander X is now instock, as well as Madblender from TFC Toys. We have new Japanese Transformers Prime, Perfect Effect and Shooter's Masters preorders too! New Source Arcticle, new Source Review and much more... in this week's SourceNews!

In this issue of SourceNews:
1. Now back instock: Make Toys Battle Tanker!
2. New Transformers Prime Japanese Preorder Figures!
3. Fansproject Restock!
4. New Source Review Up: Corbot V Carnage Axe!
5. New Recruits!
6. Now instock: Transformers United!
7. New PE-DX-01 RC - Motorcycle from Perfect Effect - Preorder up!
8. Now instock: TFC Toys Madblender!
9. Now instock: KM-01X Knight Morpher Commander X - Limited Edition with Renderform Axe!
10. Now up for preorder: Shooter Master's Animated Robots Set of 3, Core Assortment Set of 4, and Deceptive Constructs set of 3!
11. Perfect Effect Restock!
12. New Source Article!
13. Newest Instock items at TFsource
14. Newest Preorder items at TFsource

Click here to visit TFSource and start shopping!

Original Source: TFSource Sourcenews Update for 6 February 2012 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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CM's Corp have updated their homepage with some new information and prototype images of their Guttu Kurru series Ginrai. This licensed figure from CMs represents Ginrai in his exosuit. If it's anything like CM's other offering, Minerva, it will come with three different facial expressions plus and a removeable helmet. The figure will stand 185mm tall and be released sometime this year.

Click on the link above to check out the images of this fully licensed figure from CMs.

Original Source: First Image of CM's Corp Ginrai @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Check out the very cool commercial for the Transformers the Ride 3D coming to Universal Studios in May. This is the commercial that premiered tonight during the Superbowl. Enjoy!

Original Source: Transformers The Ride 3D Superbowl Commercial @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Hasbro’s 2011 4th Quarter Earnings Conference Call was held just moments ago. We at TFW2005 joined the call with Hasbro to know what’s heading our way in 2012.

Most of the information was regarding financial matters and information which most of you already may know. But, it was interesting to know what’s going on behind-the-scenes.

Hasbro mentioned few tidbits of what they have planned to do in 2012 and mentioned that there will be “New Characters” introduced for Transformers. This was said immediately after Hasbro’s CEO Bryan Goldner mentioning Transformers: Prime and therefore it is safe to assume that these new characters were regarding Transformers: Prime.

We have noted-down some important facts from the Conference Call for our dear readers. You can check out TFW2005’s coverage of the event, after the jump.

Original Source: TFW2005 Coverage Of Hasbro Fourth Quarter 2011 Earnings Conference Call @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Grab a bushel of sandwiches and sit down with Vangelus, GogDog, and Seth Buzzard to talk about the return of the Mini-con, successful preorders, and what on earth a Rio Bone is in this new installment of WTF@TFW.

You can download and comment on it here: WTF @ TFW - Episode 185

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 Podcast episode 185 Now online @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Amazon has added a preorder page for an official soundtrack CD for Transformers Prime Season 1! The 25 track score by Brian Tyler is set to be released on 20 March 2012, priced at $15.92 on Amazon. Although, while it is explicitly titled "season 1" there's a track in there that appears to reference a season 2 character...

Read on to check out the full track listing!

Original Source: Transformers Prime Season 1 Soundtrack Release March 20 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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The Transformers Facebook page has updated again today. This time with our first real look at the new mold of Arcee. This is a brand new mold for the character and she comes with a big freaking gun. There will be a new reveal each day on their Facebook until the 12th. Six more to go! Keep your eyes out or keep it here on TFW!

Original Source: Transformers Prime Robots In Disguise Arcee Revealed @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Back in December, a grey resin prototype of a Super-Deformed Optimus popped up on Weibo. Today, we have a color image of this figure courtesy of the weibo page of tktf (Login Required). As of now, a 3rd party group has still not laid claim to the project. But if what we saw back in December is still accurate, this figure is still transformable and comes with a paper trailer.

Take a look at the new images after the break.

Original Source: Super-Deformed Optimus in Color @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Transformers Prime and Rescue Bots Executive Producer Jeff Kline and voice actor supreme Steve Blum (Starscream, Heatwave) recently took part in a chat session with fans. This great and insightful chat session shed some light on a few cool elements of the series, including the answer to the question - are Transformers Prime and Transformers Rescue Bots in the same continuity?

We can proudly reveal, direct from Executive Producer Jeff Kline himself, yes, these two great shows are indeed in the same continuity! The creative team felt it was important that both shows share the same continuity - so when you see Optimus Prime in Rescue Bots, it means he has briefly taken a leave of absence from Jasper, Nevada.


Other questions covered include:

Guest stars
Jeff Kline says the team is pursuing their top choices for guest actors, to have them come in and do a spot where there is space in their schedules. There are a few guest voices coming up in Prime, and a couple in Rescue Bots too.
Jeff and Steve went on to say that their list of top choices for guest actors stems from people they want to work with, who they feel would be good with the group (Steve Blum commented that he's already got two of the people he really wanted to work with right there, Peter Cullen and Frank Welker)

How do you top the season 1 finale?
Jeff Kline - it is a big challenge going forward, though they feel they can and will top it with season 2. Jeff promises they will deliver on some expectations, while delivering some surprises on others. No specific clues though, the whole conversation was very spoiler free.

Will there be a Transformers Prime movie?
Jeff Kline - It is a real possibility, but it depends on a lot of things going right.
They did a showing of the season 1 finale at a local theatre and people were very impressed with how the series looked on the big screen. "And that was season 1" - sounds like there is even more jaw-dropping CGI in store for season 2!


We would like to thank Jeff Kline and Steve Blum for taking the time out to share this Q&A session with us.

Transformers Rescue Bots and Transformers Prime return to The Hub on Saturday 18 February - that's less than two weeks from now! Are you excited?

Original Source: Steve Blum and Jeff Kline talk Rescue Bots & Transformers Prime @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Check out a nice pic from the official TransformersGame Facebook page. This shows off Bruticus in his combined form well.

Original Source: Fall of Cybertron Bruticus Concept Art @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Transformers Galaxy has updated their Facebook with images of the upcoming Dr Wu "Iron Will" 3rd Party upgrade for City Commander from Fansproject. This set features two face plates, one with yellow eyes and one with blue eyes. Both faces look a bit longer than the original City Commanders and come packaged in a nice little tin. Almost like Altoids. Or a RID Spychanger.

What do you think of these upgrades? Worth your hard earned dollars? Check out the images after the break and discuss all 3rd party news in our new 3rd Party Discussion forum!

Original Source: Dr. Wu dw-pO3 Iron Will Faceplates Packaging and Installed Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Our sponsors, RobotKingdom.com, have updated their Facebook page with some new in package pictures of the upcoming Fans Want It 2 3rd Party upgrade set. This upgrade set is for Dark Of The Moon Leader Ironhide and gives the bruiser Autobot the cannons he deserves.

Check out the new images after the break and then head over to the 3rd Party Discussion forum discuss this and all things 3rd Party.

Original Source: FWI-2 Leader Ironhide Cannons In Package @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Planning to ride the new Transformers Ride at Universal studios Hollywood? Well, if you do, you'll be partnered up with this Autobot. His name is Evac and he'll be taking you by the hand throughout the world of the Transformers. Thanks to HK-TF we have our first look at the prototype of this deluxe figure.

Take a look after the break!

Original Source: Autobot Evac Prototype @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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As the new issue of Game Informer magazine is released, the online version of the magazine comes about as well, sometimes with content not available in the print version of the magazine. As such, in the new online issue, better pictures of the Fall of Cybertron Combaticons were included, as well as a first look of Onslaught.

Fall of Cybertron Bruticus will be composed of five Deluxe-sized toys of the Combaticons and will be released later this year with the return of the Generations line.

Original Source: New Pictures of Fall of Cybertron Combaticons @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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TRANSFORMERS fans,

As we greatly value our TRANSFORMERS fans and consumers, we appreciate the opportunity to clarify and explain the current situation with TRANSFORMERS PRIME First Edition figure availability in the U.S.

We very much apologize for the miscommunication with our great retailers in the U.S. Regrettably, as a result, the TRANSFORMERS PRIME First Edition Wave 2 Deluxe, Wave 1 Voyager and Entertainment Pack figures were posted for pre-sale in error. Final product was not produced for these figures to ship within the U.S. As such, any consumer who placed a pre-sale order with Big Bad Toy Store or Entertainment Earth in the U.S. received a note that their order had been cancelled and these orders will not be fulfilled. While it is common for Hasbro to cancel production and/or shipment of collectible figures prior to being listed for pre-sale, this particular situation was unique. We deeply regret this circumstance and understand your frustration.

We would also like to express that we hear the fan community in the U.S. loud and clear – you want these specific TRANSFORMERS PRIME First Edition figures. While we can’t confirm anything at this time, and the format in which these figures are packaged and distributed may change, the team is looking into ways to make these available at a later date in the U.S. and will keep the fan community and our retailers posted as opportunities develop. We want to make this right, and making these figures available to the U.S. fans is a top priority for the team. We greatly appreciate your understanding and ongoing enthusiasm for the brand and hope in the mean time, you enjoy the TRANSFORMERS PRIME figures that are hitting shelves now and in the coming weeks.

Regards,

The TRANSFORMERS Team

Original Source: Hasbro Statement regarding Transformers Prime First Edition figures @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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More Transformers Prime goodies have found their way to retail stores in the United States. Today's new product are the Transformers Prime Battle Masks. Available in Optimus Prime and Bumblebee flavors, these role play items were found at a local K-mart in Wisconsin by 2005 Board member Grimlockimus.

The hunt is on! Found any new Transformers toys at retail? Let us know in our Sightings forum!

Original Source: Transformers Prime Battle Masks Found at US Retail @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Zap2it has updated their website with another quick one line description for an upcoming Transformers Prime episode. This time, it's for "Orion Pax Part 3" and the episode is scheduled to air on March 3rd, 2012 on the Hub. If you would like to be spoiled, highlight the text below!

"Optimus rebels against Megatron; Autobots try to get their leader back"

Click on the discuss link to talk about this upcoming episode with your fellow fans!

Original Source: Transformers Prime Episode 29 Orion Pax part 3 Description @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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We received a word that the second book of the Transformers: Classified series is arriving later this year. Book 2 is named Battle Mountain and is written by the same writers; Ryder Windham and Jason Fry. Transformers Classified Book 2: Battle Mountain is set to release on October 9, 2012 which is nearly a year after the release of the first book; Switching Gears.

The series is aimed at “young adult” readers and is set in the Live Action Movie Continuity. As the name suggests, the book series follow untold stories of the Autobots living on earth.

Despite set in the movie continuity, the Transformers: Classified series doesn’t get the mainstream attention unlike the Exodus series. We at TFW2005 are proud to make the first announcement for both books, to the Transformers Fans. We hope to see more from the Classified series and wish the people behind the book series, all the success.

Update: You can preorder Book 2 at Amazon.

Original Source: Transformers: Classified Novel Series Book 2 Named As Battle Mountain @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Wow! Take a look at a couple of images from Asahikawa Winter Festival that were revealed earlier via Twitter! This a massive sculpture of Optimus Prime made out of snow. The snow sculpture is about 16 meters or approximately 52.5 feet high. Asahikawa Winter Festival takes place February 8th through the 12th in Asahikawa, Hokkaido Prefecture

Original Source: Massive Optimus Snow Sculpture For Asahkawa Winter Festival @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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Another day, another image courtesy of the Official Transformers Facebook Page, this time of the Deluxe Ratchet from the Transformers: Prime "Robots In Disguise" line.

Original Source: Official Photo of Transformers: Prime Deluxe Ratchet @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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And the train just keeps on rolling for the one metamorphing Dudicus. Again, TFW2005 user Keith Prime has shared with us some more pictures of the upcoming Combaticons, this time the official photos for Vortex and Blast-Off.

Stay tuned to TFW2005 for more Fall of Cyberton toy news and more, as continue the Pre-Toy Fair coverage leading up to the event itself this weekend.

Original Source: Pics of Fall of Cybertron Vortex and Blast-Off Toys @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to TFW2005 board member Keith Prime, we now have a full (yet small, and hopefully mistransformed) picture of the upcoming Fall of Cybertron Bruticus toy. Eagled-eyed readers will also be able to see the tiny shots of Blast-Off in robot and vehicle modes.

Stay tuned to TFW2005 this week as we continue the Pre-Toy Fair coverage leading up to the event this weekend.

Original Source: Full FoC Bruticus Toy Revealed @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.