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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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Courtesy of the Higekuma Toy Blog, we now have in-hand photos of the recently released United EX Jet Master Prime Mode and Combat Master Prime Mode five-packs from Takara-Tomy. These sets are redecos of the Skyburst and Bombshock Power Core Combiners five packs respectively, featuring more cohesive color schemes. Alfes2000 has also posted comparison images with previous versions of the two molds here and here.

Original Source: In-Hand Gallery of United EX Jet Master Prime Mode and Combat Master Prime Mode @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Following on from the positively epic finale of this week's Transformers Prime episode we have the preview video for Transformers Prime episode 47 (or episode 21 of Season 2) Alpha, Omega. Looks like the battle is about to reach the next level - check it out next week at 7pm ET only on The Hub!



Upcoming Transformers Prime Episodes

9/28 Alpha, Omega
10/05 Hard Knocks
10/12 Inside Job
10/19 Patch

Original Source: Transformers Prime Episode 47 Alpha Omega Preview @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Autobase Aichi on Facebook has posted a selection of photos of a new display in Bic Camera stores advertising various Transformers releases from Takara-Tomy for the remaining part of the year. On display we have various releases including:

• Masterpiece Convoy Version 2 (Out Now)
• Masterpiece Lambor (Sideswipe)
• Masterpiece Red Alert
• Transformers United EX Grim Master Prime Mode
• Transformers Prime Arms Micron Wheeljack
• Transformers Prime Arms Master Optimus Prime
• Transformers Prime Arms Micron Orion Pax (a Bic Camera exclusive)

This new display reveals a few things we did not know about these releases, such as the fact that Arms Micron Wheeljack will come with both an Arms Micron sword and one of the normal swords from the Hasbro release. We've also got a clear look at the Bic Camera exclusive Orion Pax, the Takara-Tomy release of the Deluxe class Optimus Prime from the First Edition two pack. These pictures reveal that Orion will feature the regular "masked" Optimus head rather than a retooled head, and Decepticon symbols.

Check out all the pictures by opening the link above or read on with this story to check out our mirror.

Original Source: Transformers Cybertron Satellite Display in Japan - Prime Orion Pax, Masterpieces and More! @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Once again, AT&T's U-Verse listings come through with a slightly expanded description for an upcoming episode of Transformers Prime. This upcoming episode, Hard Knocks, seems to be the third part of an arc that began with yesterday's new episode Legacy - and it promises a good amount of Knock Out and Stascream action for all you fans of these two characters.

Check out the full description below - spoiler tagged for your protection:

When their desperate efforts to acquire the coveted Omega Keys take an unexpected and frantic turn, Knock Out is able to take advantage of the power of sound while Starscream uses his efforts to focus on the power of hyper-speed.

Upcoming Transformers Prime Episodes

9/28 Alpha, Omega
10/05 Hard Knocks
10/12 Inside Job
10/19 Patch

Original Source: Transformers Prime Episode 48 Hard Knocks Extended Description @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Popping in Wal-Marts now just in time for Halloween are Transformers Prime branded costumes! There's an Optimus Prime costume (pictured) as well as a Bumblebee costume. Perfect if you have any young fans in need of a costume of their favorite robots in disguise! This particular sighting comes from the Wal-Mart in Saint Marys, GA but doubtless they will be popping up in Wal-Marts all across the nation very soon.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Optimus Prime and Bumblebee Kids Halloween Costumes @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Here's more good news for those of you looking for some more toys to add to your collection - the Generations GDO China Import series Legions have now been released at US retail! The assortment of Bluestreak, Motorbreath, Thundercracker and Hoist were spotted at the National City, CA Toys R Us by 2005 Boards member Astroscream. First Deluxes and now the Legion Class - what is in store for us next? Keep it TFW and find out! Happy hunting, everyone!

Original Source: Generations GDO China Import Legion Series Released in the US @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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It's not only Halloween costumes that are turning up already! Toys R Us have a listing up on their website for this year's Transformers Christmas Ornament set from American Greetings - a five piece set consisting of the faces of Autobots Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Bulkhead and Arcee from Transformers Prime, and the Autobot logo. So this holiday season you can have the faces of the Transformers Prime crew watching you while you exchange gifts with your families and unwrap your presents. Check out the listing on Toys R Us if this bit of non-toy mechandise interests you.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Christmas Ornament Set from American Greetings @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The Transformers Game Facebook page has uploaded a picture of Fall of Cybertron Hound, who is going to be a part of next week's new DLC release the Massive Fury pack, along with the Insecticons, Generation 1 Optimus Prime, Generation 2 Bruticus and the preorder unlock weapons. As you can see from the screenshot, Hound's character model sports a different take on Hound's head compared to the look of the classic character. Share your thoughts on the new look on our 2005 Boards by hitting the discuss button.

Original Source: Fall of Cybertron Hound Promotional Image @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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After many months of anticipation, ToysRUs.com has put up a preorder for the U.S. release of Masterpiece Optimus Prime. The preorders are limited to two per customer and are priced at $99.99 with an expected ship date of October 15th.

Masterpiece Optimus Prime, as well as the recently released Masterpiece Thundercracker, are Toys R Us exclusives.

Original Source: Masterpiece Optimus Prime up for Preorder at Toys R Us Website @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Hasui Yuki has tweeted another image of the upcoming Transformers Prime Gaia Unicron. This time out it is a picture of the chaos bringer alongside his packaging. Unicron comes in a standard Voyager class window box, but instead of showing his alternate mode in the bottom right the box is graced with an image of the bizarre combined form of Unicron and Arms Micron Optimus Prime. Check out the image by clicking on the thumbnail at left.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Gaia Unicron Package Image @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Hot on the heels of Michael Bay interviews, another famous name from the Transformers Live Action Movie Franchise is talking about Transformers 4… and 5.

Actor Glenn Morshower had this to say to Examiner last weekend at the Con X KC in Kansas City, Missouri:

"After I did the opening ceremonies for the ride, Steven Spielberg walked up to me and chatted and said 'You know we've got you set to do the fourth one and probably the fifth one on the heels of that," said on how he was approached about the new sequels. "So, I guess in December we are on our way to making 4 and 5."

Back-To-Back shooting for movies (especially sequels) is not uncommon; famous examples being Back To The Future 2 & 3, The Matrix Reloaded & The Matrix Revolutions as well as Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 & Part 2.

This latest development sheds a light on the statement made by Michael Bay himself, where he said Transformers 4 is "probably" the last Transformers movie he directs.

Original Source: Glenn Morshower Talks Transformers 4 And 5 - Filming Starts December @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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We've received this weeks update from our friends and sponsor over at TFsource!

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This week we have a bunch of new preorders including KM-03X Mirrorverse Cyclops - Limited Edition Holiday Exclusive, Japanese Generations Bruticus, TW-T01 Grind Rod, Encore #20A Yellow Devastator, SXS WFC Weapon Upgrade Kits, e-hobby Shattered Glass Blaster & Soundwave VS set, and more! We've also restocked popular items like iGear - PP05W - Weapons Specialist and PP05M - Medical Specialist, as well as Kabaya Fortress Maximus DX! New Recruits, a New Source Article, Interview and Review, and so much more... in this week's SourceNews!

Original Source: TFsource 9-24 SourceNews @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Our fellow fans over at the Allspark have uploaded several new images of the upcoming Transformers Collectors' Club Subscription Service Ultra Mammoth and Slipstream to their Facebook page. The pictures are a little bit washed out, but you can still get a fair idea of how these very hot upcoming figures will be.

We've mirrored the pics here for your enjoyment. Click the title bar to view them.

Original Source: New Images of Transformers Subscription Service Ultra Mammoth and Slipstream @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Board member Sidecutter has stopped by with an announcement on a new product from 3rd party group, Dr. Wu. The Broken Blade is a new version of the Dr. Wu Prime Sword. The sword features a two-tone purple chrome finish with a yellow jewel in the core of the Matrix-hilt, meant to properly compliment your mirror universe commander. The sword is exclusive to Captured Prey.

Check out the announcement and head over to the 3rd party forum to discuss

Original Source: Dr. Wu DW-TP05X Broken Blade @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Typin' like madmen and Fittin' like Bittins are the crew of Vangelus, GogDog, and Seth Buzzard with another week's look at the news of the Trans4mers franchise and fandom.

You can download and comment on it here: WTF @ TFW - 217 - September 13 2012

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 217 is now Online! @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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By way of Robot Kingdom's Facebook page we have the first announcement of a project from a new group on the unofficial Transformers scene. Planet X, as they are known, have released some teasers of something called Project Genesis - an ambitious project to mark their entry into the scene, as by all indications it is a full-scale version of War for Cybertron Omega Supreme! Will this ambitious unlicensed project deliver the goods?

Original Source: Planet X Project Genesis Announcement - Unlicensed War for Cybertron Omega Supreme @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Japanese store Yamashiroya in Ueno has a new display showing off the next release for the Masterpiece Transformers line, MP-12 Lambor aka Masterpiece Sideswipe. As well as showing Sideswipe in both his modes the display has a healthy amount of artwork, concept drawings and other material to showcase the new Masterpiece. Particularly awesome are the concept sketches showing how Red Alert and Sideswipe's head has subtle differences, and the scale chart from the original cartoon which designer Hasui Yuki is using to determine the appropriate scale of Sideswipe in relation to MP-10 Convoy Version 2.0.

Check out all the images attached to this story. Huge thanks to 2005 Boards member Masabon for sending all of these our way!

Original Source: Masterpiece Sideswipe (Lambor) Display at Yamashiroya in Ueno, Japan @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ TFW2005.com

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Here at New Jersey Collectors Con the focus is on Collecting Action Figures! There are many other options for fans to attend shows but we like to think we present a unique event with the best toy dealers on the East Coast. Because our event is focused on the Toy Collector, we wanted to give back to the fans of our show by releasing the door prize schedule and the Mega Door Prize for the October 7th, 2012 Fall NJCC.

The Transformers SDCC 2012 Fall of Cybertron Bruticus will be this years NJCC 2012 Fall Show Mega Door Prize. One lucky winner will be walking away with this awesome box-set, but the door prizes don't stop there.

The door prize announcements will start at 9AM and conclude at 3:30PM with our last door prize announcement.

• 9AM SDCC 25TH ANNIVERSARY CLASSIC JINX
• 10AM STAR WARS CELEBRATION VI LEGO BOBA FETT LIMITED TO 1000 SETS
• 11AM MARVEL UNIVERSE COMPOUND HULK & MAXIMUM CARNAGE' MINI MUGGS
• 12AM TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES NIGHT SHADOW LEONARDO SDCC EXCLUSIVE
• 1PM SDCC POWER RANGERS FINAL VICTORY SET LIMITED TO 300
• 2PM SDCC 25TH ANNIVERSARY CLASSIC JINX
• 3PM GIJOE vs. TRANSFORMERS SHOCKWAVE H.I.S.S. TANK
• 3:30PM TRANSFORMERS SDCC FALL OF CYBERTRON BRUTICUS GIFT SET

New Jersey Collectors Con Fall Show Date October 7th 2012

Holiday Inn Cherry Hill – New Jersey
2175 West Marlton Pike (Rt. 70), Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
Sunday, October 7th, 2012


The NJCC 2012 Dealer Room is 100% sold out!

Join us on FaceBook New Jersey Collectors Con

Original Source: NJCC Fall Show October 7th 2012 Door Prize Announcement @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Takara-Tomy have updated their Transformers site with official photos and news of the next two store exclusive Transformers Prime releases, Orion Pax and Thundercracker. Orion Pax (who is a bit overphotoshopped here - he presumably won't look so pink in the final article) is a Bic Camera and Joshin exclusive release, and comes with a gold chrome version of R.A., and is the first Japanese release for the Deluxe class mold from the First Edition two pack. Thundercracker reuses the same tooling as Arms Micron Skywarp, and is exclusive to Aeon, Yamada and Yodabashi Camera. His Arms Micron partner is a silver chrome version of Skywarp's Baro.

Additionally, the Takara-Tomy Transformers PR Twitter account has tweeted out an in-hand picture of Thundercracker.

Original Source: Takara-Tomy Transformers Site Update - Store Exclusive Orion Pax and Thundercracker @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The Allspark has once again provided a translation of the Transformers United EX packaging bios. This time out they have provided the fandom with a translation of the Choppermaster VS Rollermaster set story and bio. The story chronicles a battle between the two Transformers, while like with Jetmaster, the bios provide some hints at the identities of both Transformers. The stories and bios are also loaded with references to everything from the obvious to the obscure, leaning heavily on the obscure side of things with Firebugs, Microtrailers and Spanner all getting references.

So who are Rollermaster and Choppermaster really? Once again the actual names are not explicity stated, however it is all strongly implied. Rollermaster is stated to have been a former commander of Darkmount, wields a Targetmaster named Spanner, and coincidentally shares tech spec values with the Transformers United Straxus - all together implying that this is Straxus, who has hopped into a new body once again. Meanwhile Choppermaster is a master of chemical and incendiary weapons who was brought on board with Master Class at the recommendation of Jetmaster / Treadbolt - together with the helicopter alternate mode, it is suggested that Choppermaster is Treadbolt's fellow Sky Patrol Micromaster teamster, Blazemaster (the fact the story title is "In the Blazing Alps, indirectly dropping part of the name, helps)

Check out the full translation and story notes over at the Allspark.

Original Source: Transformers United EX Rollermaster VS Choppermaster Set Story Translations @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The second new Transformers comic coming our way from IDW this week is the Transformers Robots in Disguise annual. The Metrotitan, last seen in the More than Meets the Eye annual, arrives on Cybertron and prompts a battle of wills between Starscream and Prowl. Also - more flashbacks to the Cybertron of old, rendered in glorious old-school comic art style! Check out this preview now, then pick up the annual this week and enjoy the full story!

Original Source: Transformers Robots in Disguise Annual Preview @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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There are two great new Transformers comics coming our way from IDW this week, the first of which is Issue #9 of More than Meets the Eye! This issue's story is Shadowplay, "A totally epic story based on real events that definitely happened", a story-within-a-story as told by Rewind and Chromedome! The backstory to several of the Crusadercons is set to be explored here - check out this preview, then pick up the full issue tomorrow and get the whole story!

Original Source: Transformers More than Meets the Eye Issue 9 Preview @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We've got a new gallery update to share with you! Carrying on from our recent updates on the Prime Cyberverse Legion Class and Vehicles, we've got a whole lot of pictures to share with you of the first two assortments of Transformers Prime Cyberverse Commanders! Here for your enjoyment are galleries of Optimus Prime, Megatron, Bulkhead, Starscream, Ironhide and Dreadwing - cool pocket sized representations of these great characters. While the figures range from "average" to "excellent" they all feature some cool designs and personality - each one is a great and worthy addition to any collection. Check out their galleries below and see what you think:

Transformers Prime Cyberverse Optimus Prime Gallery
Transformers Prime Cyberverse Megatron Gallery
Transformers Prime Cyberverse Bulkhead Gallery
Transformers Prime Cyberverse Ironhide Gallery
Transformers Prime Cyberverse Starscream Gallery
Transformers Prime Cyberverse Dreadwing Gallery

Original Source: TFW Transformers Prime Cyberverse Commanders Waves 1 and 2 Galleries @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Joe Moore @ TFW2005.com

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For our Featured Ebay Auctions, we take a look at various Beast Era Transformers figures, including rare items and past Botcon exclusives. Check them out below.

• Transformers Beast Wars,Dinobots, Beast Machines 10pcs LOT | eBay
• ***RARE*** Transmetals 2 Blue Optimus Minor MOSC | eBay
• TRANSFORMERS BEAST WARS TAKARA JAPAN TRANSMETALS RAVAGE X-9 FIGURE MISB | eBay
• Japanese Transformers Beast wars Flash lio convoy | eBay
• Transformers Beast Machines Apelinq Botcon 2000 New/Sealed RARE Exclusive | eBay
• TRANSFORMERS Japanese Beast Wars C-1 Convoy White Variation First Shot AFA ERROR | eBay
• Botcon 99 Transformers Beast Wars Windrazor Maximal 1999 3H | eBay
• BOTCON 2000 EXCLUSIVE SHOKARACT TRANSFORMERS BEAST MACHINES MISB MISP SEALED | eBay
• TRANSFORMERS (BEAST WARS?) BEAR PROTOTYPE !! 1 OF 1 !! | eBay
• BOTCON CONVENTION EXCLUSIVE 1999 SANDSTORM TRANSFORMERS BEAST WARS | eBay
• TRANSFORMERS BEAST WARS Burning Red Optimus Primal JAPAN IMPORT MISB RARE | eBay

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

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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If you are a UK or Europe based Transformers fan who has been enjoying getting new Transformers comic action on a weekly basis from IDW, we have some bad news for you. Visitors to Comixology's Transformers section in the UK and some parts of Europe are being greeted with the message "I'm sorry, the content you are requesting isn't currently available in your area. We apologize for the inconvenience."

According to IDW's Twitter account, it is down to a rights issue:

It's a rights issue, but unfortunately we can't offer digital Transformers comics in the UK.

However it is not just the UK. According to the IDW forums this has been a developing issue for the past few weeks, affecting regions including the Netherlands and Italy. The UK is just the latest region to be hit by this Comixology withdrawal of IDW digital downloads on Transformers comics.


This means for those in affected areas, buying paper copies of Transformers comics is now the only way to experience the stellar work that IDW is putting out. But for digital only series, such as Fall of Cybertron, Autocracy and the upcoming Monstrosity? Sorry, you are out of luck, at least until these are collected in a trade paperback.


The reasoning for this sudden move is presently unclear, but perhaps those who remember the Dreamwave era of Transformers comics will remember a similar blackout following the awarding of European Transformers comics rights to Panini, which led to Dreamwave being barred from selling their comics in Europe for a time. With the comic rights in the UK currently with Titan, could this be a similar situation? Unless an official statement is made, we may never know. What is clear is that this is a bad day for European Transformers comic fans. But at least we still presently have print versions of IDW's comics to enjoy.

Original Source: IDW No Longer Able to Offer Transformers Comics for Digital Download in the UK, Europe @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.