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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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DeNA dropped us a line to let us know about the next event in their Transformers Legends smartphone game, Nemesis Rising. A favorite G1 human makes his return to canon, check it out below!

The next big in-game event from DeNA and HASBRO’s TRANSFORMERS: LEGENDS mobile game is about to commence! Beginning today, Monday, July 8th at 5 pm PT through July 15th at 5 pm PT, players can jump into the “Nemesis Prime” in-game event to defeat the sadistic creation of Dr. Arkeville.

About the Nemesis Prime Event

Dr. Arkeville has secretly been creating a new Transformer, one that could rival Optimus Prime in every way. Out of spare parts and stolen technology, he has assembled the formidable Nemesis Prime. But Nemesis Prime is on the loose, and not even the mad Doctor can control the unstoppable fury of his own creation! Join the heroic Aerialbots, led by Silverbolt as they meet the threat head on. Will they be fast enough to intercept and stop the threat? Find out on this week's TRANSFORMERS: LEGENDS episode Nemesis Rising!


Download TRANSFORMERS: LEGENDS for iPhone, iPad, iPod touch and Android devices for free at: http://mobage.com/games/TRANSFORMERS-LEGENDS

Original Source: Transformers Legends - Nemesis Rising Event Live @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Our sponsors TFSource have tipped us off to some new high-res images of the Takara-Tomy Generations TG-24 Legends Optimus Prime and Bumblebee set and TG-25 Orion Pax VS Megatronus set. Decent images of both have been seen before, but these new images bring a higher res look to the toys than was previously available. Check out the images attached to this story.

Original Source: Takara-Tomy Generations TG-24 Optimus Prime and Bumblebee & TG-25 Orion Pax VS Megatronus Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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In an odd coincidence with our last story, Hasbro purchased a majority stake in iOs game maker Backflip Studios. The company is known for mobile games such as Dragonvale and Ragdoll Blaster.

From their statement:

We are thrilled to announce today that we are selling a majority stake in Backflip Studios to Hasbro. The company will stay in Boulder, CO and will continue to be run by the current management team. In addition to producing original new titles and updating popular favorites, we will now have access to Hasbro’s catalog of well-known brands for future mobile development. We will proceed with our long held strategy of building a large and active network of satisfied users through compelling gameplay.

Looks like Hasbro is jumping in the video game arena and bringing this key sector somewhat in-house. Let's hope more awesome Transformers, G.I. Joe and other boys brands games make it our way soon.

Original Source: Hasbro Buys Majority Stake in iOs Game Maker Backflip Studios @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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TFcon is very pleased to welcome voice actor Marilyn Lightstone the voice of Crasher and Path Finder in Challenge of the GoBots to TFcon 2013. Ms. Lightstone will be taking part in a Q&A panel and autograph session with attendees on the Saturday only.

TFcon, the world's largest fan-run Transformers convention will take place July 26th to 28th, 2013 in Toronto, Ontario at the Delta Meadowvale Resort and Conference Centre. You can pre-register online for TFcon 2013 via this link for the exclusives VAN GUARDIAN and ROSWELL.

TFcon 2013 features Canada's largest dealer room for Transformers merchandise, question and answer panels and autograph sessions with many special guests including Transformers voice actors Jack Angel the voice of Astrotrain, Breakdown, Cyclonus, Omega Supreme, Ramjet, Smokescreen and Ultra Magnus in the Generation 1 cartoon plus Dick Gautier the voice of Rodimus Prime, in addition to Venus Terzo the voice of Blackarachnia in Beast Wars and Beast Machines, and Transformers comic book writer James Roberts, Transformers comic book artists Livio Ramondelli, Casey Coller, Alex Milne and Josh Perez along with special appearances by Peaugh and Vangelus with more to be announced. The TFcon 2013 hotel block is still available.

Original Source: Gobots voice actor Marilyn Lightstone to attend TFcon 2013 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The Spacebridge has shared a look at some more truly rare unreleased Transformers memorabilia on Facebook. This time out he has given us a rare glimpse at metallic chrome versions of four different takes on the Generation 1 Seeker mold. These Seekers, which were never released, were produced by Takara for Hasbro to use as competition prizes. It is hard to pin down the exact time period these date from, but they must be post 2003 due to the Starscream using the Transformers Collection series tooling which included the additional Megatron gun accessory.


Not a bootleg, fake or "lunchtime special" These toys were made as samples by Takara for Hasbro. They would then be offered as exclusives or prizes to retailers if they wanted to run a promotion. So if Wal*Mart wanted to run a Transformers competition these would be offered to them by Hasbro as a possible prize. Most likely not used as Japanese size missiles so "unsafe" in the United States. These are original Hasbro internal pictures.


Check out The Spacebridge's Facebook page for more looks at weird and wonderful unreleased Transformers items!

Original Source: Generation 1 Unreleased Chrome Seeker Prototypes @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Auto Assembly have announced their Friday night convention programming - available exclusively to weekend ticket attendees. The Friday night schedule kicks off with a treat for all fans of the work of More than Meets the Eye and Last Stand of the Wreckers. Auto Assembly's Friday night programme begins with "Overlord Deconstructed", hosted by James Roberts, Nick Roche and Alex Milne; looking at the writing and evolution of the mighty Phase Sixer!

This will be followed with a Q&A with the More than Meets the Eye creative team and then "Night of the Bumblebee", a retrospective on the legacy and evolution of Autobot Bumblebee, including a special reading by Dan Gilvezan from his book "Bumblebee and Me"

Remember you have to be there for the whole weekend to get into these great panels - pre-registration for tickets must close on Tuesday 30 July 2013! Head on over to the Auto Assembly 2013 homepage and book your tickets today!

Original Source: Auto Assembly 2013 Friday "Night of the Bumblebee" Panel @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Here's a shocker nobody was expecting this side of August! The Target exclusive Transformers Prime Beast Hunters subseries, Predacons Rising, has already begun to arrive on shelves with the first sightings of the Deluxe assortment reported in San Jose, CA. Sky Lynx, one of the two Deluxes in the set (the other is a Nova Blast Bumblebee) was found on Target store shelves by 2005 Boards member Deltagod.

How long will it be before the other cool Predacons Rising exclusives get released? For those hunting, these DCPI numbers might prove useful:

Predacons Rising Deluxes - 087 06 2427
Predacons Rising Voyagers - 087 06 2428
Predacons Rising Cyberverse Legion two-pack - 087 06 2429
Predacons Rising Cyberverse Commander two-pack - 087 06 2430

Big thanks to JamesBenjamin and x BlackMagnus x for compiling these!

Original Source: Beast Hunters Predacons Rising Deluxes Released at US Retail @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Amazon has updated their listing for Transformers Art of Prime with an image of the cover of the book. The cover features one of the hand-drawn scenes from the series, specifically one of the scenes depicting the Thirteen original Transformers from One Shall Rise, the Transformers Prime Season 1 finale.

Check out the full listing here on Amazon. Transformers The Art of Prime is due for a release on November 5 2013.

Original Source: Transformers The Art of Prime Cover @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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New, clearer, unwatermarked photos of Takara-Tomy's Generations Gold Bumblebee and Hoist & Trailcutter two-pack have been released online. These new images confirm that Bumblebee will not feature the remolded Goldfire head but just the Bumblebee head with a blue helmet. These images also confirm that Gold Bumblebee will only feature some metallic gold paint applications rather than being all metallic gold. Hoist and Trailcutter remain sharp looking decos of a pair of cool toys.

Original Source: Takara-Tomy Generations Gold Bumblebee, Hoist and Trailcutter Updated Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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The always awesome, D-Drive, has once again provided us with Diamond Comics Shipping list for next weeks new comic books. Shipping next week will be:

TRANSFORMERS REGENERATION ONE #93 (also shipping 1-in-10 variant)

(W) Simon Furman (A) Guido Guidi (CA) Andrew Wildman, Guido Guidi
Simon Furman (w) o Andrew Wildman (a) o Wildman, Guido Guidi (c)
BATTLETIDE! Opposing factions and forces meet head on, as the battle for
Cybertron (and indeed the future) begins in earnest. BLUDGEON, SOUNDWAVE, GALVATRON, STARSCREAM, and-caught in the middle-the Autobots, most crucially their greatest warrior ULTRA MAGNUS! And HOT ROD meets his maker. Literally.

Ships with 2 covers in a 1-to-1 ratio, 1 by Andrew Wildman and 1 by Guido Guidi.

TRANSFORMERS MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE TP VOL 04

(W) James Roberts (A) Alex Milne, Guido Guidi (CA) Alex Milne
James Roberts (w) o Alex Milne, Guido Guidi (a) o Alex Milne (c)
The journey continues as the crew of the Lost Light confronts a band of rogue DECEPTICONS-with terrible consequences. Plus, a visit to the planet Hedonia-and a chance to put recent events behind them. But all the while, locked in a secret cell underneath the Lost Light, hidden from the crew, a DECEPTICON psychopath is talking...without opening his mouth. And, Rodimus and his crew are confronted by the enemy within-and not everyone will survive the encounter.

Original Source: Diamond Comics Shipping List for July 17th @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Bot Shots fans, this one is for you - the next assortment of Bot Shots Five Packs have finally appeared at US retail. The two sets in the second assortment of five packs, the Decepticon Fire Assault Team and the Autobot Air Force (aka the Aerialbots) have been found at a branch of discount store Marshalls in Arkansas. Many thanks to 2005 Boards member Autobot City Comics 2008 for the heads up!

Original Source: Bot Shots Five Packs Wave 2 Released at US Retail @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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More of Hasbro's new Transformers robot construction system the Constructabots have arrived at US retail. The latest assortment to arrive on US shelves is wave 1 of the Scout class, which features Ironhide and Starscream. This assortment runs for an RRP of $9.99, and like a few of our recent sightings were seen in Target, this time in Pinole, CA.

For those hunting an entry-pricepoint set into this new venture from Hasbro, it might interest you to know that the DPCI for these figures is 087-06-2466. Big thanks to 2005 Boards member alkamist for the heads up.

Original Source: Constructabots Scout Wave 1 Ironhide and Starscream Released at US Retail @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to some new auction TaoBao, we now have some new in hand images of the forth coming Transformers Collectors' Club Subscription Figures. Most fans have already received the first figure, Scourge. With the exception of Breakdown, we now have new images of Ultra Mammoth, Animated Jackpot, Circuit, and Slipstream. All of the bags in the images say "Botcon 2013", which backs up what the Collectors' Club explained to fans was the reasoning for the delay in the shipping of these figures.

Check out all the new images by clicking the title bar!

Original Source: In Hand Images of Transformers Subscription Service Figures @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Popular filming location information site; On Location Vacations has posted some new images from Transformers 4 production at M-52 outside of Adrian.

The images feature the Autobots chilling between takes. What's interesting is the name OLV has given to the 2014 Argosy cab-over truck by Freightliner; they are calling it as Galvatron. The site is not giving any evidence why they are calling it in such a manner.

Galvatron is rumored to appear in Transformers 4. But bear-in-mind it is rumor only at this point so far. How did this rumor start? Well, it began when Joblo claiming they have a "reliable source" who revealed names of new robots of TF4… among the names was Galvatron. To further ignite the rumor, a mysterious gun like prop was spotted. But it's too big if you compare it to the Freightliner truck.

However, there is no official statement regarding the identity of the Argosy cab-over truck. Popular fan theories are: Motormaster, Nemesis Prime, Ultra Magnus, Grimlock… and now Galvatron.

What do you think of this new rumor? Leave a thought on the thread associate with this news post.

Original Source: Transformers 4 Vehicles At Adrian @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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TFYuki has shared some new images oof Transformers Go! Hunter Smokescreen on Twitter. This version of Beast Hunters Smokescreen sports a more accurate look than the version currently available in the US. He is out later this month alongside Predacon Bakudora the Ripclaw remold and Gekisomaru, the Japan exclusive lion member of the Shinobi team.

Original Source: Transformers Go! Hunter Smokescreen New Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Shenanigans of the Allspark dropped us a line to let us know that as well as being out in the US, the exclusive Predacons Rising assortment has also made it to the UK. Target exclusive in the US, in Europe one of the chains carrying this Beast Hunters subseries is Tesco, and it was a branch of Tesco in the UK's West Bromwich area which gives us these sightings! Among the other items sighted on shelves are:

Predacons Rising Abominus Giftset
Predacons Rising Cyberverse Commander Optimus Prime VS Predaking
Predacons Rising Cyberverse Legion G1 Smokescreen VS Cindersaur
Predacons Rising Deluxe Sky Lynx
Predacons Rising Voyager Darksteel

A few of these items have not even hit the US yet, but doubtless they will shortly. Whichever side of the pond you are on, we wish you happy beast hunting!

Original Source: Predacons Rising Series Released in the UK @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Our sponsors Robot Kingdom posted a cool update on their Facebook page concerning some Aga-Con Hong Kong exclusives. At Aga-Con HK Hasbro's booth will have Optimus Prime and Megatron mascot figures, based on the Generation 1 toys. The Optimus Prime is even somewhat transformable!

Aga-Con 2013 takes place over the weekend of July 26-30, and will also have an exclusive in the form of its own version of the Autobot Titan Class Metroplex.

Original Source: Aga-Con HK Optimus Prime and Megatron Mascot Toys @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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By way of Hitfix we have a preview clip and some preview images of the next all-new episode of Transformers Prime, Persuasion. Picking up right where the shock finale of last week's episode left off, Persuasion sees the Autobots in a tight spot contending not only with Megatron's diabolical plan but also the rage of the Predaking! The road to the epic conclusion of Transformers Prime continues tomorrow at 7:30pm on Hub Network!

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Original Source: Transformers Prime Beast Hunters Persuasion Preview Clip and Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Third party group Cubex have posted images on their Weibo showing off a potential unlicensed Masterpiece Huffer. What is seen here is an obviously early prototype, but a promising looking release. About large enough to fit in the palm of one's hand in vehicle mode, this Huffer seems scaled with the current Masterpiece Transformers and is relatively well detailed. Check out the images attached to this post.

Original Source: Cubex Unofficial Masterpiece Huffer @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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More new Bot Shots toys have appeared at US brick and mortar retail, and once again they are making their way straight to the discount stores. This time out we have reports of the 2013 Three Packs Assortment Wave 2 hitting discount retail chain Ross. The 2013 Three Packs Wave 2 featured two sets, Sergeant Kup, Scourge and Blitzwing, and Optimus Prime, Cindersaur and Jazz. Happy hunting, Bot Shots fans!

Original Source: Bots Shots Three Packs 2013 Wave 2 Released at US Retail @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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New images of the Platinum Series Grimlock have been posted by 1 Toy. This version of Grimlock shares a basic paint scheme with the Fall of Cybertron version released by Hasbro earlier this year, but upgrades to nice shiny gold in place of flat gold plastic. He's coming as a part of the Platinum Series Grimlock VS Bruticus set sometime later this year.

Additionally check out via Weibo some images of this version of Grimlock compared with the Fall of Cybertron Grimlock, letting you appreciate just how much of a difference that gold chrome makes to the toy.

Original Source: Generations Platinum Series Grimlock Additional Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Our sponsors Robot Kingdom posted a cool update on their Facebook page concerning AGC-HK. At AGC-HK Hasbro's booth will have Optimus Prime and Megatron mascots, based on the Generation 1 toys, for guests to have their pictures taken with. The Optimus Prime is even able to transform!

AGC-HK 2013 takes place over the weekend of July 26-30, and will have an exclusive in the form of its own version of the Autobot Titan Class Metroplex.

Original Source: AGC-HK Optimus Prime and Megatron Mascot Toys @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to 2005 Boards Member JackWheel, we have with us the Extended Description of the final TV Episode of Transformers: Prime. However, there will be a TV Movie called "Predacons Rising" later this year.

Transformers: Prime Season 3 - Beast Hunters Episode #13 "Deadlock" Extended Synopsis:

"Just as the Autobots are finally able to foresee a resurgence of life on their home planet, they must, alongside their human compatriots, confront the determined Decepticons one last time in a battle for the ultimate future of civilization."

Episode #13 is scheduled to air 26th July on the Hub Network.

Original Source: Transformers: Prime Season 3 - Beast Hunters Episode #13 Extended Synopsis @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The next of the Transformers Prime Beast Hunters Predacons Rising series has hit US retail. Packed solidly four to a case, the Voyager Class Darksteel is hitting the shelves of Targets now! He's been spotted in Targets in California - happy hunting Transformers fans!

Original Source: Predacons Rising Voyager Darksteel Released in US @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Our friends and sponsors Robot Kingdom has dropped us a line about new preorders and arrivals at their site. Check out a summary of the hot items below, and read on to check out the entire newsletter.

HK ACG-Con Exclusive items including Metroplex and Beast Hunters Shockwave listings will be available next week.
Watch out for our facebook and website for newest information!

TFC Toys Uranos (aka suprion) - AV-8B Harrier II
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TFC Toys Uranos (aka suprion) - F-16 Falcon
Pre-order. Available in late July 2013. US$79.99/pcs

Unique Toys War Lord - UT-W03 War Bison
Start Shipping on next Monday 15th July 2013! US$64.9/pcs

Maiden Japan Junk Planet : Botcon Exclusive set C-01 Pescilen
Pre-order. Start Shipping on next Monday 15th July 2013! US$54.9/pcs

Transformers Botcon 2013 - Rainmaker 3-pack
Available NOW! US$199.9/pcs

Hasbro Transformers Masterpiece Soundwave
Pre-order. Available on 1st August 2013. US$199.9/pcs

Hasbro Transformers Masterpiece Acidstorm
Pre-order. Available on 1st August 2013. US$139.9/pcs

Takara Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 - Soundwave
Exclusive Coin will be given out as a first come first serve basis. The Coin design will be different from first run. Pre-order, available in September 2013. US$134.9/pcs

Original Source: Robot Kingdom Newsletter #1248 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.