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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

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Building upon the intriguing Transformers Go revelations...we have new info for you thanks to Young Padawan! Previously we had heard that the 3 samurai characters were combiners. Then Young Padawan posted this:

The police car is in blue, fire truck is in red and the fighter jet is in yellow. From what i heard from the rep, the difference in price for G-01 is because of lights and sound effects, not due to any particular big disparity in size between the 3 bots. All 3 bots have their own combiner heads and can combine in 3 different combiner forms, looks pretty good.

followed by....

Wait til you guys see the the other 3 decepticon combiner bots.

Meanwhile, Gaokaiser pulled out an image from a TakaraTomy event last year, which while blurry, may actually show the character designs of the new Transformers Go characters, as Young Padawan pointed out that the yellow/black robot may be the jet samurai.

The plot thickens!

Original Source: Transformers Go Decepticon Combiner @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

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Itching to see what's next for the Transformers in Regeneration One? A new issue awaits tomorrow and you can preview it here!

Transformers Regeneration One #89
DINOBOT WAR!

Happy reunions are in short supply as Grimlock seeks out his Dinobots in a desperate attempt to salvage something from the mounting carnage in Iacon. But as far as they're concerned, he's a traitor who has brought shame on the Dinobot name-and if they're going down, he's coming with them!

Read on to preview this issue!

Original Source: Transformers Regeneration One #89 Preview @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Boards member Gunshot has shared with us another advance look at an upcoming Transformers Prime Beast Hunters release - from Beast Hunters Cyberverse Wave 2, here is a look at Soundwave! In Gunshot's own words, "This little Soundwave is fantastic, and looks fairly accurate in both modes. Articulation is as expected of legion class toys and at least he has elbow joints!"

Check out the in-hand images attached to this story, and read on for more of his thoughts on this new addition to the Decepticon legion!

Original Source: Beast Hunters Cyberverse Soundwave In-Hand @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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As has been the trend with Masterpiece series Transformers, Masterpiece MP-16 Frenzy & Buzzsaw will be getting a free commemorative coin included with the Asian release. The coin much like the one included with MP-15 is packaged in a display card based on a cassette, this time out the packaging is based on the iconic blue Frenzy cassette tape. Check out the image of the packaging which comes at you via Transformers Asia at left.

Original Source: Masterpiece MP-16 Frenzy & Buzzsaw Asia Exclusive Collector Coin @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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A new advert has begun airing for the new Kre-O Micro Changers and Micro Changers combiners. The advert features both in a huge sprawling battle scene that showcases all the best elements of both Kre-O subseries. Check it out embedded below:

Original Source: Kre-O Micro Changers commercial @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Not too long ago we received info of a Transformers Prime - Beast Hunters TV Movie to be aired on Okto @ The Movies; a Singapore TV Channel. Today, thanks to You Tube user Артём Тайсин, we have with us the new trailer for Transformers: Beast Hunters.

This new trailer is special for a reason... yes, the New Autobot is finally revealed.

Enjoy below! But watch out, if you are sensitive to Spoilers...

Original Source: Transformers: Beast Hunters Trailer From Singapore - New Autobot Revealed @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Cartoon Network is running a sweepstakes to win the entire Transformers Beast Hunters line. The sweepstakes which are being run to promote the new series kick off at 7:00:01am PT on 3/11/2013 and ends at 11:59:59pm PT on 3/17/13.

Check out the TV spot for the contest below, and head on over to Cartoon Network's contest site to find out more and enter.

Original Source: Cartoon Network Beast Hunters Sweepstakes @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Boards member D-Drive has sent over the latest Diamond Comics shipping list. Two great new Transformers comics are hitting stores next week including More than Meets the Eye Issue #15. Did the ending of issue #14 leave you in suspense? Fear not! Seven more days is all you need wait for the next exciting chapter. Also hitting stores next week is the print edition of Transformers Fall of Cybertron, collecting the previously digital-only Fall of Cybertron tie-in miniseries which told the story of the origin of the Dinobots.

Read on for the full solicit details for both comics, then pick them up at your local comic shop next Wednesday!

Original Source: Diamond Comics Shipping List for 20 March 2013 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Here is some good news - in an interview with World's Finest, writer Greg Weisman mentions he has done some work, freelance, writing for the current incarnations of Transformers, Transformers Prime (Beast Hunters we assume) and Rescue Bots. For those not familiar with Greg Weisman, he is an expert at crafting intricate stories filled with characterization and clever twists. You might have seen some of his work in Gargoyles, the Spectacular Spider-Man or Young Justice.

These will most likely be one-shot episodes given his freelance role in the series, but if they are half as awesome as an episode of any of those three series we are in for a treat.

Check out the full interview over at World's Finest.

Original Source: Greg Weisman writing episodes for Transformers Prime and Rescue Bots @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Did you run out today and/or immediatley download Transformers Regeneration One number 89? Are you thirsting for more Transformers comics goodness? Well, you're in luck! The second Transformers Digital exclusive series from IDW publishing, Transformers Monstrosity, has released it's second issue today online. You can download it at Comixology. If you're not sure about the series yet or don't want to throw down a dollar to download it, you can also check out a two page preview.

We've mirrored the preview here on TFW for your enjoyment. Click the title bar to check it out and discuss.

Original Source: Transformers Monstrosity #2 Now Available and Two Page Preview @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Contributer SydneyY has been kind enough to translate a recent interview posted on Dime.JP with Takara-Tomy Masterpiece Designer, Shogo Hasui. Within this interview we learn why Masterpiece Soundwave took so long, how difficult the cassette Transformers were to design and even touches upon how much of the Generation 1 cartoon he's watched to get these toys done properly. Also, Shogo mentions several characters he'd like to give the Masterpiece treatment to: Jazz, Bruticus and Ultra Magnus.

Click the title bar to read the full interview.

Original Source: TakaraTomy Staff Interview - Shogo Hasui on Masterpiece @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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The uncomparable scribe of IDW's Transformers More Than Meets the Eye has posted on the IDW publishing forums. In this post he teases a few things regarding next weeks issue of More Than Meets The Eye in which we'll get to see the crew of the Lost Light go head to head with Overlord. If you're familiar with IDW's version of Overlord, you know that what's in store for next will not be pretty. James has provided youtube links to a few songs he's had in mind for the issue for fans to digest or serve as a soundtrack if they choose. Some of the song titles themselves may be considered spoilers themselves, so please proceed with caution!

James has provided the following bits for fans to drool over in anticipation though:

Here is this months dialogue snippet: "I really don't know if I can forgive you for this."

One last thing: I plan MTMTE out very carefully, and have done since the start. You know, grand plans and all that. In this issue, for the first time, and in connection with a certain character, I changed the grand plan. When the dust settles, and assuming you're still talking to me, and assuming people want to know, I'll spill the beans.

See you next month for the aftermath.

Original Source: James Roberts Drops Teasers More Than Meets the Eye #15 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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More comic news this evening! Now we shift our attention to this months issue of Robots In Disguise! Issue 15 now has a three page preview, once again, up on iBooks! Similar to the previous preview, the text in this preview is extremely hard to make out. However, who needs text when a giant Decepticon combiner is wrecking everything? Nuff said right?

You can check out the preview by clicking the title bar and then head over to the 2005 boards to discuss!

Original Source: Robots In Disguise #15 Preview @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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In what appears to be somewhat of a mishap, Bigbadtoystore.com has updated their voyager listing of Beast Hunters Optimus Prime with new images of Ultimate Beast Hunters Optimus Prime. These images differ from what was provided to us from Hasbro shortly after Toyfair, as they seem to be a lot less photoshopped.

Take a look at the original images and then compare them with the new images here for what appears to be the biggest Optimus Prime figure for the Beast Hunters line!

Original Source: New Official Images of Ultimate Beast Hunters Optimus @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We've got more official images of the Ultimate Class Transformers Prime Beast Hunters toys for you! Here comes the ultimate Autobot Hunter, Predaking! Beast Fire Predaking boasts electronic light up fire breath features and a 21 inch wingspan, as well as twin missile launchers and a gigantic tail sword. Check out the images which come to you via eAndilek.cz.

Original Source: Beast Hunters Beast Fire Predaking Official Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Word reaches us from the good people at Fun Publications - the registration for Botcon 2013 is now live. Register for this year's convention in San Diego CA June 27-30 by heading over to the Botcon homepage!

We hope to see many of you there!

Original Source: Botcon 2013 Registration Now Live @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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There's a new third party group on the block, ArtTek. ArtTek's goal is to produce simple, high quality weapons and accessories to enhance your figures, and their first "Art of War" release is the Hero Rifle - a fairly faithful upscale rendition of the original Optimus Prime rifle. It's a piece which is running for $12 with our sponsors Captured Prey, who bring you this news.

Original Source: ArtTek Designs AOW-01 Hero Rifle @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Yes, you read that right - that oddly named piece is the next release from Dr Wu. The Dr of Evil is also known as Dr Archevil, human ally of the Decepticons from the classic Generation 1 Transformers arc The Ultimate Doom. This minifigure is a bit bigger than the Dr Wu Partners figures, and is designed to represent the good evil Dr in all his megalomanical glory.

Please remember, this is a third party item neither endorsed nor licensed by Hasbro, Takara-Tomy or their licensees.

Original Source: Dr Wu Dr of Evil - The Earth Careerist @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Robot Kingdom sent over some new pre-order info related to Transformers Go, check it out below:

Takara Transformers Go! Pre-order listing.
Items will available mid of June 2013.
More photos will update when we get more information.
G01-03 transform to vehicles, and can combine to 3 forms of giant robots:

Takara Transformers Go G-01 Kenzan Samurai (Police car).
http://www.robotkingdom.com/services...pe=&II=TTTGG01
Preorder, available mid of June 2013.
US$49.9/pcs
(5500yen)

Takara Transformers Go G-02 Jinbu Samurai (Jet).
http://www.robotkingdom.com/services...pe=&II=TTTGG02
Preorder, available mid of June 2013.
US$32.9/pcs
(3500yen)

Takara Transformers Go G-03 Ganoh Samurai (Fire truck).
http://www.robotkingdom.com/services...pe=&II=TTTGG03
Preorder, available mid of June 2013.
US$27.9/pcs
(3000yen)

Takara Transformers Go G-01, G-02, G03 Set of 3.
http://www.robotkingdom.com/services...=&II=TTTGG03-1
Preorder, available mid of June 2013.
Set of 3 inculde:
1x Go G-01 Kenzan Samurai (Police car) 5500yen
1x G-02 Jinbu Samurai (Jet) 3500yen
1x G-03 Ganoh Samurai (Fire truck) 3000yen
US$99.9/Set of 3

Also, Takara Transformers Go G-04 Gaidora.
http://www.robotkingdom.com/services...pe=&II=TTTGG04
Preorder, available mid of June 2013.
Totally different color than US version, metallic color give it a flesh look.
US$21.9/pcs
(2500yen)

Original Source: Transformers Go Pre-Orders @ Robot Kingdom @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Comic Book Resources has posted IDW's June 2013 solicitations with a healthy slice of new Transformers comic goodness. Along with new issues of More than Meets the Eye, Robots in Disguise and Regeneration 1, June will see the release of the second issue of Beast Hunters, the first of a four-issue print run for Transformers Monstrosity and the Transformers 30th Anniversary Collection - chronicling 30 years of Transformers in comics!

Read on for the full solicitation details.

Original Source: Transformers Comics from IDW Publishing in June 2013 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Within a few hours of Botcon 2013 registration going live we can report on the latest artist guest attending Botcon 2013. Ken Christiansen, whose work you might be familiar with including his recent cover art for Transformers Prime Rage of the Dinobots, will be present at Botcon 2013 in Artist's Alley. If you're going, stop by and say hello and perhaps get a sketch.

Check out more of Ken's artwork via his Facebook page or The Bad Flip Blog.

Original Source: Ken Christiansen to attend Botcon 2013 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Freelance designer and 3D Concept designer, Dillinger, has updated his Facebook page with in package pics of the next third party releases from IGear - MW-05 Cogz (aka Gears) and MW-06 Duneraker (Aka Beachcomber). Duneraker's packaging features a tie-dye effect in the background to support the characters hippie nature. Adding to this fun quirk of the character, the bio mentions that his weapon has been converted into a paintball gun. These in package shots should be a nice indicator that these will be releasing soon. As of now, they're scheduled for a May release.

Check out the images after the break.

Please remember, these are third party items, neither endorsed nor licensed by Hasbro, Takara-Tomy or their licensees.

Original Source: IGear Miniwarriors 05 Cogz and 06 Duneraker in Package Pics @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Hub's Transformers: Prime Season 3 - Beast Hunters Red Carpet Premiere took place on 14th March at the Universal Studios Hollywood Globe Theater.

2005 Boards Member Noobicon was there to let us in on the sights & sounds of this glamorous event. He also had the opportunity to ask questions from the Cast and Crew of Transformers: Prime Animated TV Series; a very rare opportunity for any fan. Noobicon took his time to let us fans in on the cool details and we are very thankful for that.

Though some of the content are spoilers, there were a few which are quite informative:

"Was Transformers Prime always meant to be a 3 season show? Is this what we can expect from future shows? The answer was essentially that the base goal was to hit 65 episodes, the magic number for syndication (13 weeks of five shows per week repeated four times a year...the perfect afternoon rotation), and that they're technically lucky they got to do even that much. If the show hadn't been popular or the toys hadn't moved, it was entirely possible for the show to be canned after one season, so the production team is grateful they got to tell a complete story over the course of a full 65 episode series. - Credit Keldroc for typing that!"

The attendees were also given "Gift Bags" with toys such as the Prime Cyberverse line.

Why don’t you guys head on over to the Thread he created to share his experience at the event. Don't worry, Noobicon has kept the first post Spoiler-Free. However, careful while reading the rest of the thread. But if you want to know what's going to happen in the upcoming series, you can visit Noobicon's Spoiler Thread.

Original Source: Transformers: Prime Season 3 Beast Hunters Red Carpet Premiere Images & Information @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Zap2it has updated with new details of Transformers Prime Beast Hunters. The title and description of the series fourth episode has been revealed. You can view the episode details by highlighting the black text below - it's not a major spoiler but look away now if you'd rather not know what's in store.

Rebellion

Team Prime wages war against the Decepticon citadel.

Beast Hunters episode 4 airs on 12 April 2013. According to previous reports, this will be the last new episode before the first four Beast Hunters episodes re-run, with the additional behind the scenes segments.

Original Source: Beast Hunters Episode 4 Title and Description @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Shogo Hasui has been active on Twitter again, tweeting out some new images of the Masterpiece series Transformers. As well as an image of the ever-sharp looking MP-10B Black Convoy he has tweeted an image of Masterpiece Prowl with his gun mounted on the roof of his patrol car mode. Much like Sideswipe and Red Alert's optional configurations, this mode lets Prowl drive about with his gun on his roof in an attack mode, if you are inclined.

The image of Prowl with the shoulder missile launchers deployed was also tweeted, with the explanation that the shoulder launchers can be stowed in robot and vehicle mode without being removed, much like the launchers on the Universe Deluxe class interpretation of Prowl.

Oh yes - and the spelling of "Highway Patrol" on the doors has been corrected!

Check out all these images and more in Shogo Hasui's Twitter photostream.

Original Source: Masterpiece Prowl New Image - Roof Mounted Rifle Attack Modage @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.