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Originally posted by: StayingInTheBox @ TFW2005.com

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Coming off of our early morning news of in package images from site sponsor RobotKingdom of the new Generations Deluxes, we now have some in-hand images of Generations Deluxe Skids and Waspinator thanks to TFW2005 board member Niv3k.

Check out the images after the jump and discuss their upcoming releases!

Original Source: Transformers Generations 2014 Skids and Waspinator In Hand Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

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Another issue of Transformers Prime Beast Hunters by IDW hits stores tomorrow and we've got the preview!

Transformers Prime Beast Hunters #7
With Cybertron reborn, the Dinobots have made their way to the surface. But now, the war has returned and the Dinobots are caught in the maelstrom. With old allies joining the battle, can the Dinobots take back Cybertron?

Read on to preview this issue!

Original Source: Transformers Prime Beast Hunters #7 Preview @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Joe Moore @ TFW2005.com

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With Transformers: Age of Extinction, it looks like the Dinobots will be a major point for the story and the toys. So let's take a look back at some of the Dinobots from Transformers past with out Featured Ebay Auctions.

• All Dinobots Listed
• G1 Dinobots
• G2 Dinobots
• Beast Wars Dinobot
• Deluxe Dinobots
• Energon Dinobots
• Masterpiece Grimlock
• Generations Grimlock
• Alternators Grimlock
• Fall of Cybertron Grimlock
• Diaclone Dinobots

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

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Originally posted by: Trailbreaker77 @ TFW2005.com

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Great news for those fans that have been waiting on the TFC-008 Wings of Uranos add-on set for there TFC Uranos. This is currently shipping from Robot Kingdom and should be arriving very soon to other sites. Check out the other photos after the break thanks to TFW member TJDetweiler13. Then join in on the discussion and take a look at some photos from the lucky members that have gotten their set already with the link below.

Original Source: TFC-008 Wings of Uranos Released! @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We reported recently that Toys R Us would be offering the formerly Amazon exclusive Dark of the Moon Jetwing Optimus Prime as a Black Friday special deal. If you don't want to brave the crowds on Black Friday, you may be in luck, as various 2005 Boards members are reporting seeing the set on Toys R Us store shelves in preparation for Black Friday. The only wrinkle in this setup - if you buy it early, you'll be paying $99.99, rather than the Black Friday rate of $50.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Jetwing Optimus Prime Spotted In Stock at Toys R Us @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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AmiAmi has posted an image from the Miyazawa Model Shop Autumn Show 2013 on their Facebook page showing the latest version of the CMs Corporation Brave Gokin Excel Suit. This image shows the a color version of the exo suit that Spike Witwicky and his son Daniel wore in Transformers The Movie, Generation 1 Season 3 and Headmasters. In addition to coming with non-poseable PVC figures of Spike and Daniel, this image shows that the set will come with a small PVC figure of "Grand Galvatron", a character shown briefly in the Headmasters cartoon series as an imagining of Galvatron's ultimate aspiration to become a being like Unicron.

Original Source: CMs Corporation Brave Gokin Excel Suit Color Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Go, See, Talk had the pleasure to interview composer Steve Jablonsky regarding his partnership with Director Michael Bay and his studio; Platinum Dunes. Mr. Jablonsky also gave us an idea how the Score of Transformers 4 a.k.a Transformers: Age Of Extinction may sound like.

"He’s [Michael Bay] a person who takes on these projects that are so huge and massive but he’s so focused on everything and every aspect of it from the sound design, to the CG, I mean he flies up to ILM one to three times a week. He told me “look I have to do that because I need to be part of it. I can’t do it over conference call, I need to sit there with them. These hundred animators show me what they have and I’ll say that looks good, or tweak this here”. Michael really is into everything you see on the screen and he has such a hand in it all so that’s why his schedule is so crazy.

On to Transformers: Age Of Extinction score...

"I mean if you’re on an airplane and you’re listening to something with headphones, sure it’s not going to sound as big or important as if you were in my studio. He has so many things on his plate he might only have a minute to listen to a piece and I’ve actually been asked that by his people. They’ll say “the only chance that Michael has to listen to the cue is on his airplane” because he’s on his way to China or something. And I know now to say “absolutely not, I’m not handing this over so he can listen to it on his iPod. It’s just not going to happen, it’s not fair to him, it’s not fair to me and it needs to be presented properly”.

I think with each Transformers film he’s [Michael Bay] wanted something different and he’s always had this kind of specific theme where he’ll really want something special so he gives me these goals to reach, “this needs to be really emotional”, “this needs to be really kick ass”, and he always gives me new challenges. With Transformers 4 I haven’t had that many conversations with him, but I get the feeling that he wants something wildly different. Having said that we might use some of the old themes, though I’m not sure because it’s Mark Wahlberg now and a whole different cast, so we might just do something very different. The bottom line is Michael is paying me to make his films better. Whatever ideas he’s got, I’m going to listen to them, and fortunately he’s got these great ideas.

I fully expect on Transformers 4 whatever we do he’s going to want something wild and to go down some road where we use some crazy instruments or something. I don’t know yet, we’ll see what happens but he’s very adventurous in his creative process so I’ve learned that from him I think. He loves electronic stuff mixed in and that’s really where I got a lot of experience and now it’s part of my sound, I guess, because I get asked to do it a lot. I record a lot of things and then manipulate them in my computer and I really enjoy doing that that – combining it with the orchestra to make something new – and he loves that sort of thing, hearing sounds he’s never heard before."

The interview is lengthy and more tidbits on it. Check out the full interview at Go, See, Talk.

Original Source: Steve Jablonsky Interview - Michael Bay, The Transformers Franchise & Age Of Extinction @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Mobage have announced the next slice of episode content for their Transformers Legends mobile game. This week's event is titled Espionage, with the tagline "The Battle of the Beats". It's an enactment of the classic Soundwave VS Blaster rivalry in this PVP episode, and the image posted by Mobage indicates that Soundwave is bringing along his cassette minions Beastbox and Frenzy for this one. Check out the original posting on Mobage's Facebook page, and visit Mobage's website to find out more about the game and play now!

Original Source: Transformers Legends Game Espionage Event @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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ToyWorld have updated their Facebook page with final product images of their third not-Throttlebot offering, Trace, an unofficial and unlicensed version of the Generation 1 Throttlebot Chase. Also by way of ToyWorld's website, we can share a look at the packaging for Trace. Trace is due to ship at the end of the month, so it should not be too much longer before this one arrives in the hands of fans everywhere.

Original Source: ToyWorld Trace Final Product Images and Packaging @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The ever-helpful 2005 Boards member D-Drive dropped us a line today to share with us what's on the Diamond Comics shipping list for next Wednesday, 20 November. Next Wednesday, Dark Cybertron continues with the release of More than Meets the Eye #23, along with the deluxe edition of Dark Cybertron #1, which includes everything from the regular version of Dark Cybertron, plus additional behind the scenes material including James Roberts and John Barber's original plot, designs by Andrew Griffith and more!

Read on for the full solicits from Diamond!

Original Source: Diamond Comics Shipping List for November 20th @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Actor Mark Wahlberg briefly talked about Transformers: Age Of Extinction when he was interviewed at the premiere of his latest movie; Lone Survivor.

“It's a completely different stand-alone movie" Mark told Access Hollywood of fourth Transformers film. "It takes place after the third one, after the battle of Chicago. It's definitely its own story."

"I think it's very different and fresh and people are going to really enjoy it. I had a blast making it," he said. "And you're going to see things in this particular movie that you haven't seen in the other movies."

Original Source: Mark Wahlberg Talks Transformers 4 Age Of Extinction At Lone Survivor @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Next up we can share a bit of Transformers sightings news with you! The newest assortment of Transformers Construct Bots Scout Class figures have been found at US retail. Scout Class Wave 3 consists of Autobots Silverbolt and Cliffjumper and Decepticons Dead End and Breakdown (the latter based on their Transformers Prime versions). This set of four has been reported at retail at the South Hill, WA Walmart. Big thanks to 2005 Boards member ViceGripX for the heads up!

Original Source: Construct Bots Scout Wave 3 Found at US Retail @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Trailbreaker77 @ TFW2005.com

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Looks like the Unique Toys G-02 Sharkies might make their projected release date by the end of this month. Thanks to TFSource & RobotKingdom Facebook pages we have some new photos of the box and figures to look at. Check out the other pictures after the break and then click the discuss link to jump into the thread.

Original Source: Unique Toys G-02 Sharkies "Coming Soon" @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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

Hasbro Transformers Platium Edition CNY Year Of Horse Masterpiece Optimus Prime (MP-10). Pre-order, start shipping 16 December 2013
Hasbro Transformers Platium Edition CNY Year Of Horse Supreme Starscream. Pre-order, start shipping 16 December 2013
Action Toys Transformers 17" Ultimetal UM-01 Optimus Prime. Preorder. Available in December 2013
Takara Transformers Go G-01 Kenzan Samurai Black Version. Preorder, start shipping 16 November 2013.
Planet X - PX-02 CAELUS. Preorder. Available in December 2013.
TFC Toys Ares (aka Predaking) - Nemean. Pre-order. Available in December 2013.
Xovergen TF-01B TrailerForce Black Version. Pre-order, available December 2013
Hasbro Transformers Generations 2014 Voyager Wave 1 Sealed case of 4. Pre-order. Available on 18th November 2013.
Hasbro Transformers Generations 2014 Deluxe Wave 2 Sealed Case of 8. Pre-order
Hasbro Transformers Generations 2014 Deluxe Wave 2 Set of 4. Pre-order.Available mid of December 2013
Hasbro Transformers Generations 2014 Legends W1 Set of 2. Pre-order, available late December 2013
Hasbro TF Prime Beast Hunters Deluxe 2014 wave 1 Sealed Case of 8. Pre-order, available late December 2013
Hasbro TF Prime Beast Hunters Deluxe 2014 wave 1 Set of 4. Pre-order, available late December 2013
TakaraTomy Transformers T.H.S.-02 THS-02 Hybrid Style Convoy Black Version. Pre-order, Available in Mid Nov 2013.
Igear IG-C01, C02, C03 Raptor Squadron Set of 3. Pre-order, available March 2014.
Unique Toys Metropolis Upgrade Kit. Preorder. Available in November 2013.

Original Source: Robot Kingdom Newsletter #1266 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Amazon.com are running their 2013 Holiday Toy List, a whole series of lightning deals in the run up to the holiday season - and one of the items that astute 2005 Boards members have noticed is on the list is the Platinum Edition Predaking! This special edition reissue of the original Generation 1 Predaking was already a bargain at the around $100 price Amazon is already asking - so who knows just how much they'll sweeten the deal?

The Lightning Deal is due to begin at 3pm PST - about nine and a half hours from the time of this post. Click here to go to the Amazon 2013 Holiday List and hopefully get yourself a bargain-price Transformer for the holidays when this deal begins!

Original Source: Amazon Holiday 2013 Lightning Deals Platinum Generation 1 Predaking 3PM PST TODAY! @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Trailbreaker77 @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to the Mega Steel Weibo account we have pictures of their MS-03 prototype of Blaster. Check out the other images of this 3rd party attempt at Blaster after the break. Then click the link below to go to the discussion thread.

Original Source: Mega Steel MS-03 Blaster Prototype @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The Transformers Collector's Club round out the first year of the Transformers Figure Subscription Service with Ultra Mammoth! Ultra Mammoth is a redeco of Beast Wars Neo Big Convoy, who was originally developed as a Japan only mold, and was later redecoed as the Transformers Universe Nemesis Prime. Ultra Mammoth though, as the name suggests, is a Beast Wars version of Ultra Magnus, and he looks the part with Ultra Magnus' red white and blue deco.

Being a redeco of Big Convoy also means that Ultra Mammoth is exceedingly well armed, with flip out tonfa under his arms, a huge bazooka that is longer than Mammoth is tall, two missile launchers on the ankles and more missile pods molded into the shoulders. And given that this mold was originally a Beast Wars Ultra class toy, it's reassuringly big. The deco is top-notch, and brings the character to life exceedingly well. And while yes the missiles on the leg panels are remolded, and therefore the launchers cannot conceal in beast mode while loaded, that's a small point and one that is forgiveable enough, given how excellent everything else on this toy is. See for yourself, and check out our gallery:

Transformers Figure Subscription Service Ultra Mammoth Gallery

Overall Ultra Mammoth is a great toy to round out what has been a promising first year for the Transformers Figure Subscription Service. Once the initial hiccups were resolved and the figures started to make it into the hands of fans, they proved to be some good and well thought out exclusive redecos. This fan very much looks forward to the promise of an even better second year.

Original Source: TFW's Timelines Ultra Mammoth Gallery Now Online @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Calvin Johnson (aka Megatron) of NFL fame is continuing his Transformers themed Nike releases with a Nike Air Trainer SC II release. The sneaks feature Decepticon logos on the heels along with some circuit printing on the upper. The colors are almost G1 megatron inspired, featuring red, black, purple and a dark grey. If they rocked light grey in the colorway instead they would be pretty close to G1 Megatron perfect.

Check out the shots after the break!

Original Source: New Nike x Transformers Calvin Johnson Sneaks Incoming @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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It's a completely normal 277th episode of WTF@TFW, the boys talk list leakage, Miss Universe, and Legends class Transformers action figures.

You can download and comment on it here: WTF @ TFW - Episode 277

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 277 Now online @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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E-Hobby have announced a new collaboration with Takara-Tomy Mall. This new collaborative effort is being called Transformers Cloud: Guardians of Time. It appears to be a pair of E-Hobby exclusive releases of Classics Optimus Prime and Generations GDO Megatron (the remolded Revenge of the Fallen Bludgeon). The Classics Optimus Prime seems to now have a black windvane / shotgun, and seems to be a more traditionally red and blue deco with very little silver on the vehicle's sides, if this image is anything to go by. The Megatron on the other hand is very much reworked, with a classic red, silver and black deco inspired by the original Megatron.

Both are set to retail for 5,940 yen each, with the preorder period running from next Friday November 22 2013 to January 6 2014.

Original Source: Transformers Cloud Guardians of Time @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Sega Amusements has posted a new trailer for Transformers: Human Alliance Arcade Game.

"Sega's latest action adventure game, TRANSFORMERS Human Alliance, partners players with one of three of the movie's stars, Optimus Prime, Bumblebee or Sideswipe. Players must battle their way across America, Africa and Europe destroying the Decepticons before they find the All Spark, a material capable of bringing any mechanical or electronic object to life.

To date, the three TRANSFORMERS movies have taken in over $2.6 billion! TRANSFORMERS is a brand that's universally recognized for delivering high quality, high-energy entertainment, and Sega are proud to be bringing it to amusement arcades!"

• 2 players
• Bumblebee themed cabinet
• 42" LCD Upright Deluxe
• 5 cities to defend
• Free Transformers Human Alliance standee included

See more at: Sega Arcade

Original Source: Transformers: Human Alliance Arcade Trailer & Info @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Trailbreaker77 @ TFW2005.com

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Fans Toys has shared with us their next figure in their FT line it's Scoria (Slag). Looks like those members that have been asking for more MP dinobots are going to get their wish thanks to Fans Toys. Check out the additional images after the break and then jump into the discussion with the link below.

- It is 25cm is tall to his head and to the top of the figure is about 27cm.
- It will come with an add on part for MP-8 to make it almost same height as Ft-04.

It's now available for preorder at BBTS - $199.99.

Original Source: Fan Toys FT-04 Scoria @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Transformers: Age Of Extinction made headlines on Chinese media today and it's not for the usual reasons.

Rob Moore; a top executive at Paramount Pictures has stated that there will be tons of Chinese Brands included on the movie for Product Placement purposes. These include drinking water, a car and a duck-meat snack. We can assume the car he is referring to is none other than the Trumpchi E-Jet, which TFW2005 revealed to you earlier.

"Having those products certainly reinforces the fact that this is Chinese culture and that there is a lot of story-telling happening there” Mr. Moore said. “Working with our Chinese partners really helps us to ensure we are giving an accurate picture of China. The Chinese locations, actors and environment all look very natural and consistent with Chinese culture. As people start to learn more about China, and now that there is a lot more sharing of information, we will do much better."

The articles also state the following. Those who are sensitive to Spoilers are advised to stop reading now:

Michael Bay said the Hong Kong scenes will comprise one-third of the film’s length, while those in Wulong will last for two-and-a-half minutes. The shooting in China was completed Monday. Another location outside the United States was used for the movie, but Moore is giving nothing away, saying only that it is a “very cold place.” The film also features a host of Chinese actors, with Bay saying that actress Li Bingbing, who starred in “Snow Flower and the Secret Fan,” will appear in the movie for 30 minutes. Some of the Chinese actors in the new “Transformers” film appear in supporting roles, including actor Han Geng and four newcomers to the industry selected from a reality TV show organized by the Movie Channel. Three female farmers played impromptu roles in the scenes shot in Wulong.

Original Source: Transformers 4 Age Of Extinction And Chinese Brand Product Placement @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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IDW Publishing have released their solicits for February 2014. Coming next February from IDW is the Transformers part of the IDW X-Files Conspiracy crossover! The cover art for the crossover one-shot confirms that this will be set in a Generation 1 style storyline. In addition Dark Cybertron continues through Robots in Disguise 26 and More than Meets the Eye 26 - the covers alone promise epic battles with spoiler-class artwork (especially Robots in Disguise!). Rounding out the IDW Publishing Transformers books for the month of February 2014 is Transformers Regeneration 1 #99 - the penultimate issue in the Simon Furman-penned conclusion to the original Marvel comics Transformers saga!

Credit for these solicits and cover art goes to Comic Book Resources - read on to check out the spoiler-filled solicits for these books!

Original Source: IDW Publishing Transformers Comic Solicits for January 2014 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Apple have updated their iTunes site with a brief three page preview of Transformers Regeneration 1 #96. Kicking off the final arc of the continued Marvel comics continuity, Rodimus stands amid the devastation, trying to make sense of the visions he saw during issue #0. But he'd better work it out soon - because the greatest threat yet is looming. Unless someone can find some answers soon, it'll all be over - finished!

Original Source: Transformers Regeneration 1 96 iBooks Preview @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.