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Originally posted by: StayingInTheBox @ TFW2005.com

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Just in time for the holiday season, the Transformers Wars Papercraft book has been released/found at retail. The book allows you to create 10 papercraft robots from the Transformers Prime series, including characters such as Optimus Prime, Megatron, Predaking and many more.

So far the book has been spotted at Barnes And Noble as well as Sam's Club.

Original Source: Transformers Wars Papercraft Book Found At Retail @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: StayingInTheBox @ TFW2005.com

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Michael Bay is pushing the limits of film making again, this time with Transformers: Age Of Extinction. The 4th live action film in the Transformers franchise will be the first ever shot in full IMAX digital 3D cameras. Thanks to a interview by the website 'Film' we have some great insight into how IMAX movies are shot and what type of equipment will be used on the Age Of Extinction set.

Check out the Transformers portion of the interview after the jump.

Original Source: Transformers Age Of Extinction - First Film To Be Shot In Full IMAX Digital 3D Cameras @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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It's time for a triple dose of TakaraTomy Generations this morning, courtesy of (as usual) Alfes' Toy Blog, where he has a posted galleries of TakaraTomy's take on the IDW Bumblebee mold (with a more Goldbug-inspired color scheme, albeit one that doesn't use the "Goldfire" Goldbug headsculpt), as well as the two-pack release of Trailbreaker and Hoist. All three galleries feature numerous photos of these new releases, with comparisons with the Hasbro releases of the toys, as well as their Generation 1 counterparts for Hoist and Trailcutter.

We have mirrored a handful of the photos in this story itself, but for the full in-depth galleries, click on the links above.

Original Source: In-Hand Galleries of Takara Tomy Generations Bumblebee, Trailbreaker and Hoist @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: StayingInTheBox @ TFW2005.com

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There's not a better way to get your day started than with a brand new image of an Optimus Prime toy from Transformers: Age Of Extinction! Courtesy of TFW2005 board members, we have a new image of an Optimus Prime toy from the new live action film.

At this time we only have the one image with the original source being unknown. It does appear to be different from the previous Optimus Prime toy revealed at this year's New York Comic Con. Is this a new Leader Class figure? Voyager?

Check out the image after the jump and sound off on what you think of this reveal!

Original Source: Transformers Age Of Extinction - New Image Of Optimus Prime Toy @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The Transformers Legends blog has announced the next event for the Transformers Legends mobile game. Their next event will be based on the fan-favorite series Beast Wars! In this event, players can duel against boss characters including Rattrap, Cheetor, Rhinox and Optimus Primal and win reward cards including Megatron, Scorponok, and Dinobot, all based off of their initial Beast Wars designs. Check out this post on the Transformers Legends blog to find out more.

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

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We have received next week's Diamond Comics Shipping list, and next Wednesday's comic releases are looking Prime!

Next week brings us the concluding issue of the Transformers Prime Beast Hunters comic. Issue #8 sees the Dinobots get some help from a few familiar faces to stop the newest threat to Cybertron. Next week will also see the release of the Covenant of Primus, which delves into the deepest depths of the mythology of the Aligned Continuity to tell the story of the original 13 creations of Primus, and the backstory to the Transformers Prime series only hinted at in the show.

Last but not least, next week also brings the release of the Transformers Monstrosity trade paperback. This story follows on the events of the Autocracy miniseries and tells the story of the early days of the war for Cybertron in the IDW publishing continuity. Many thanks as always to D-Drive for the news tip.

Original Source: Diamond Comics Shipping List for December 11th @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: StayingInTheBox @ TFW2005.com

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There's not a better way to get your day started than with a brand new image of an Optimus Prime toy from Transformers: Age Of Extinction! Courtesy of TFW2005 board member, yizhi521, we have what appears to be a leaked image of an Optimus Prime toy from the new live action film.

At this time we only have the one image with the original source being unknown; we are unsure where the leak originated. It does appear to be different from the previous Optimus Prime toy revealed at this year's New York Comic Con. Is this a new Leader Class figure? Voyager?

Check out the image after the jump and sound off on what you think of this reveal!

Original Source: Transformers Age Of Extinction - Leaked Image Of Optimus Prime Toy @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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X-Transbots have updated their website to include a new image on the slideshow at the top of the page. The new image shows an unofficial version of Wheelie, which we presume will be the next entry into the MasterMini series following the release of Huffer and Pipes. Rumor has it this one will be named Ollie, but there is presently no further information on the X-Transbots website to confirm this.

Original Source: X-Transbots MasterMini Series Not-Wheelie @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Keith's Fantasy Club via Wikialpha have unveiled a new version of their unofficial cassette Slugfest. Justice Haymaker is based on the Shattered Glass version of Slugfest, released in the recent E-Hobby Shattered Glass Blaster VS Soundwave set.

Original Source: Keith's Fantasy Club Justice Haymaker Shattered Glass Slugfest @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Apple's iBooks site has updated with a preview of Robots in Disguise issue 24, part 5 of the Dark Cybertron crossover event, titled "Finest Hour".

UNDER FIRE! AUTOBOTS and DECEPTICONS unite to battle a common foe… but will it be enough to stop the DARK CYBERTRON prophecy from coming true? SHOCKWAVE’s plan reaches fruition—while in the Dead Universe, secrets are revealed!

Be sure to pick up the full comic on its release on Wednesday 18 December 2013!

Original Source: Robots in Disguise 24 - Dark Cybertron Part 5 - iBooks Preview @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: StayingInTheBox @ TFW2005.com

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Max Nicholson of IGN posted a short interview with Transformers Director Michael Bay, bringing to light some more promises from the director that Transformers fans have come to be all too familiar with.

In the 4th installment of the live action Transformers series, Bay states this film will be "much more cinematic" and "won't [have] any goofiness." This is followed up with describing star actor Mark Wahlberg's character as a "wacky inventor."

Also interesting to note is Bay's mention of his decision to return to the franchise, which he credits to the Universal Studios Transformers ride and seeing so many kids anxiously waiting to ride the Transformers thrill ride.

Check out the full interview after the jump and let us know what you think of Bay's interview answers.

Original Source: Transformers Age Of Extinction: Michael Bay Says "No Goofiness" And What Made Him Return @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Alfes2000 of the Higekuma Toy Blog has posted some nice images of the latest Kabaya Transformers gum kits. These galleries show off the Gum DX Wave 2 in all its glory. Wave 2 has three kits - one containing Overlord, one with Brainmasters Braver and Laster, and the third containing the third Brainmaster, Blacker and the parts to combine the three Brainmasters into Road Caesar (the Road Caesar parts also form a little flying drone with the original did not do). All three sets feature the small Master figures present in the original releases from the 80s in a simplified fashion, as well as compartments for them to sit in or clip into in both modes. Check out the images and see what you think.

Original Source: Kabaya Gum DX Overlord and Road Caesar In-Hand @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Director Michael Bay has logged into his Official Website to make a statement regarding what is being circulated around the Internet. In case you missed it, you can check out our report posted few hours ago.

"I Do Not Apologize For Any Transformers Movies" says Mr. Bay. "It is a drag talking to reporters on sets. Why? Because often times they take your words and skew things to their liking? Then the crazy, lazy game of reporting on what other writers story’s reported me saying and then suddenly it becomes skewed Internet truth. So I waste my time to restate exactly what I did say, again.

No I did not ‘apologize’ for any Transformers movies. I did not say I shot the last three movies “less cool” then the new fourth installment. I was talking specifically about camera style and tone, of the first movie compared to how I shot the new installment with a very big scale, cinematic style. I was very specific in saying the first Transformers was shot in a ‘generic suburbia’ area, not trying to be cool with any cinematic flashes. I wanted it to feel like this could happen in any backyard in the United States."

Continuing on, the Director did not forget to mention about Transformers: Age Of Extinction. This includes some information about when we'll exactly see the First Transformers 4 Trailer.

"So that brings me to letting Transformers fans know that we have completed our five and half month shoot. We got back from a month long shoot in China. My crew and I had a fantastic time shooting in Hong Kong and Mainland China. It was an amazing experience, and I love the country. My cast was absolutely fantastic, and a very fun group to work with. We are working hard cutting the movie right now. I think the first piece comes out for the Super Bowl and a teaser right after that.

And yes, I’m very excited about this new movie."

Super Bowl XLVIII will take place on February 2, 2014.

Original Source: First Transformers 4 Age Of Extinction Trailer With Superbowl 2014 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Last week Entertainment Tonight Canada aired exclusive set visits (presumably from a while back while they were filming) with Mark Wahlberg and Nicola Peltz. They are a bit different than the ones seen in the States with some filming shown from new angles. Check them out below courtesy of YouTube user jedz316.

Original Source: ET Canada Exclusive TF4 Set Videos @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Original Source: Robot Kingdom Newsletter #1269 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Takara-Tomy Transformers team designer Shogo Hasui has updated his Twitter feed with a new image of Masterpiece Generation 2 Sideswipe / Lambor Generation 2 Version. The new image demonstrates how Lambor can be equipped with his two guns either in his hands or on his shoulders, and how the spikey shoulder wheels can combine into a different weapon. The sword accessory can also be stored on Sideswipe's back.

This very sharp release in the Masterpiece series is due for a release early in 2014. Keep it TFW for more news on this and all Masterpiece series Transformers.

Original Source: Masterpiece Sideswipe Generation 2 Version New Image @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Last week we gave you a look at the Generations Deluxe class Waspinator, and this week friends we are giving you a look at another "Beast Wars Classics" toy - the Voyager class Generations Rhinox! Rhinox was the gentle giant of the Maximals, a thinker who helped the Maximals by inventing devices for them as well as joining battle with his mighty chainguns.

For the Generations line, Rhinox has been upgraded to a Voyager class toy. Like Waspinator Hasbro has gone to great efforts to deliver a very show accurate robot mode, and the result is one of the very best looking Voyagers ever created. Rhinox has a nice bulk to him although he feels a little light on his feet, and poses extremely well, enabling him to recreate a lot of cool poses. The deco is superb, although it comes at the cost of leaving the chainguns unpainted - annoying but on balance I would say acceptable, since the robot deco is completely spot on right down to the Maximal symbols on Rhinox's head. The beast mode does have a bit of movement in the legs but is largely unposeable other than an opening jaw, but again it looks excellent with all the folds and bumps in a rhino's hide lovingly recreated.

Rhinox is one of the very best looking Transformers in a while, and you can tell he was a true labor of love for the design team. The Generations Voyager assortment has never failed to impress of late with great releases like Springer, Sandstorm and Blitzwing, and Rhinox carries on the strong performance. Very highly recommended - I invite everyone, Beast Wars fans or not, to check out the gallery linked below to see why this is such a great toy.

Generations Voyager Rhinox Gallery

Original Source: TFW's Generations Rhinox Gallery Now Online @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Transformazing Toys have updated their Facebook page with new images of their Mebsuta and Mekbuda add-on accessory sets. The pair are add-on armor for Fall of Cybertron Ultra Magnus and Optimus Prime respectively, and are shown here as color test shots showcasing some of the various features and poseabilities of the sets. Check out the images and see what you make of these latest third party offerings.

Original Source: Transformazing Toys Fall of Cybertron Ultra Magnus and Optimus Prime Armor Color Test Shot Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Our friends from Tempting Toys and Collectibles have sent us their most recent update, check it out below!

• Masterpiece Prowl & Bluestreak set - $139.99 (free shipping coupon)
• New Diecast Vehicle Voltron figure - $199.99
• Calvin Johnson Megatron figure - $59.99
• Universal Studios Evac - $32.99
• E-hobby exclusive Junkion Scrapheap - $79.99
• Botcon Rainmakers set - $149.99
• TFCC Exclusive Over-Run (No Runamuck) - $84.99
• TFCC Exclusive Drift figure - NOW ONLY $69.99
• TFCC Exclusive G2 Ramjet figure - $79.99
• E-hobby exclusive translucent United Galvatron figure - $54.99
• Million Publishing exclusive United Artfire figure - NOW ONLY $79.99
• Tokyo Toy Show exclusive Darkside Optimus Prime figure - $49.99
• Tokyo Toy Show exclusive Darkside Megatron figure - $49.99
• Masterpiece Streak (Bluestreak/Silverstreak) - $69.99
• Masterpiece Prowl - $69.99

Original Source: Tempting Collectibles Update 12/7/2013 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The Loyal Subjects have updated their website with a new listing for a vinyl figure of the evil Optimus Prime clone Nemesis Prime. This figure stands at 8 inches tall and is articulated at the neck, shoulders and waist.

Original Source: Loyal Subjects 8 inch Nemesis Prime Vinyl Figure @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Boards member 77camaro has shared some images of the Generation 2 unreleased Combat Hero Optimus Prime and Megatron redecos. What we have here is a real treat. These two items are very rarely seen out of package, and what we have here are the pair of them in package. They are shown here on the same backer cards as the regular versions which did see a release, and have the Hasbro tags on the back of the packaging indicating that these were packaging samples, most likely used by Hasbro for internal exhibition and marketing purposes.

It's rare to see these pieces in any condition much less carded so check them out and a big thanks to 77camaro for sharing these with us.

Original Source: Generation 2 Unreleased Combat Hero Optimus and Megatron Carded Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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By way of this image uploaded to Google user content and shared with us by 2005 boards member GabrielPrime, we have a high-res look at the Cybertronian sword / gun prop from Transformers 4 Age of Extinction. The prop has been seen a few times on set slung over the shoulder of Age of Extinction star Mark Wahlberg.

This close up reveals that while the ornate design resembles something out of Middle Earth, the blade parts down the middle with what looks like a launcher or emitter in the middle. It's a pretty cool prop and one that there will hopefully be a replica of so fans can own one of these too.

Original Source: Transformers 4 Age of Extinction - A close up look at the Cybertronian Gunblade @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Original Source: TFSource SourceNews 12/9/2013 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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M1905 has published exclusive interviews with the Cast and Crew of Transformers: Age Of Extinction. Director Michael Bay, Producer Lorenzo Di Bonaventura, Professional actor Mark Wahlberg, Newcomer Jack Reynor and various Asian artists including Li Bingbing explains the production that went in Mainland China and reveals certain plot secrets where fans can get an overall idea of where Transformers 4 is heading. If you are sensitive to Spoilers… stay away… far away!

You will also find some cool filming videos and auditions tapes of hopefuls.

We are keeping Spoilers away from the front page. So, if you want to read a summary of the spoilers, take a look after the jump.

Original Source: Transformers 4 Age Of Extinction Interviews - Characters, Plot Secrets Revealed @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to the Weibo page of mr_elljay, we have our fist look of the highly anticipated final figure in Fansprojects unofficial Stunticon project, Diesel. If you haven't been following along in our Fansproject Intimidator Mega Thread, this figure is an unofficial Motor Master figure that will combine with the previous Causality figures to form "M3" aka Menasor. These unofficial Stunticons were announced and shown in prototype form at TFcon 2012 and fans have been anxiously awaiting this final figure to be released. This figure was originally slated for a 4th quarter 2013 release, but site sponsors TFsource and BBTS have updated their preorders to list January 2014 as the new release.

Click on the title bar to check out the new pics

UPDATE - Additional in hand photos of Diesel and of M3 have been added.

Original Source: Fansproject CA-13 Diesel In Package Pictures @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.