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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Boards member Masabon is one lucky guy - he's the lucky recipient of the latest E-Hobby Transformers exclusive. Check out these images of the United Autobots set's booklet, which includes Kup Damage Version, Hot Rod Blue Clear Version, and an all-new remold of Junkion Wreck-Gar as Scrapheap. Plus he's also sent us scans of the Decepticon set with Galvatron Purple Clear Version, Cyclonus Red Purple Clear Version and Scourge Blue Purple Clear Version. If that is not enough he's also given us scans of every story chapter to come with the toys. And all of this is in English as well as Japanese! Read on to check out the images!

Original Source: United E-Hobby Autobots and Decepticons Set Booklet Images and Story Scans @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Hasbro has updated their Transformers Toy Instruction Sheets with Transformers: Dark of the Moon Mechtech Voyager Class Megatron.

We’ve seen the instruction sheet before, but this is the official reveal.

It’s nice to see actual images of the toy instead of the usual lineart (which you all sometimes may have had difficulty understanding “what goes where”).

You can download the Instruction Sheet here (12.22MBs).

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Mechtech Voyager Class Megatron Instruction Sheet @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Joe Moore @ TFW2005.com

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Our sister site Toyark.com has undergone a major site redesign. Everything from the logo, to the color scheme to the forum layout has been given a complete overhaul. Here's some things that have changed...

New Theme & Logo
Black and red is out. As we approached the redesign, we wanted to separate Toyark from our other sites with similar color themes. So in comes a more yellow, black, blue and gray look.

There's now links directly to Marvel, DC, Masters of the Universe and Star Wars news and discussions. The forum has been given a more traditional layout, with user info moved to the left hand side.

The logo and header are also completely new.

Forum Overhaul
We've changed up the forum a bit. Added some new areas and consolidated others.

News and Rumors
We've gone to a more traditional (meaning more like our various Network sites) News and Rumors format. now all news threads will be in a single forum for easy access to the latest info.

One Line Per Thread
With the site covering so many toys, we've added a new and easy to follow section of the site. This one is inspired directly by the fans right here on TFW2005. In this forum, each line without a dedicated forum will have single discussion thread for fans to gather, share pics, talk collecting, and more.

Featured Toy Lines and Properties
Some of the most popular lines like Marvel, DC and Star Wars now have three areas for fans to visit. Each of those areas will have a Toy discussion, a Fiction Discussion (cartoons, movies, comics) as well as a General Discussion area.

More Forum Changes
Sightings has consolidated into single state sightings (like here). The Creative forums now have thumbnail previews.

Much, Much More
Lots of upgrades have taken place behind the scenes. We've trimmed our ported over users out, so if you haven't logged in to Toyark in over a year, that account has been removed. The current member list reflects who our active members are. If you had an account that was trimmed, or just want to join in, Sign Up Today!

Lastly, we want to thank all of you. Thanks for reading and visiting not only Toyark, but all of our sites. Without the members and readers, this wouldn't be possible.

Original Source: Toyark.com Relaunched With New Look And More @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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Once in a while we see videos that are too cool not to share with our readers. Check out this CGI video of G1 Transformers dancing to Michael Jackson's Thriller.

Original Source: Featured Fan Video: Transformers Dancing to Michael Jackson's Thriller @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Here we have a leading-lady who is actually into the Transformers gig.

To quote MTV…

While there's no official word just yet on the possibility of a fourth "Transformers" movie (with or without Michael Bay), newcomer Rosie Huntington-Whiteley is keeping her fingers crossed that the franchise could even get to that point.

The 23-year-old won some major points when she told MTV News at last week's CinemaCon that she read up on her "Transformers" history from the comic books and animated series, learning a major plot point about her character and Sam Witwicky, the central hero played by Shia LaBeouf.

"I found out through research that Carly was the character that Sam ends up marrying, and I was really, really thrilled to see that," she told us.

Original Source: Rosie Huntington-Whiteley Secretly Wishing For Transformers 4 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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*DISCLAIMER* May also contain Reveal the Shield and United

Our 2005 Photo Staff members SydneyY and thenatureboywoo have been hard at work delivering you galleries of all the latest Generations, Reveal the Shield and United toys, henceforth referred to as Classics for the sake of simplicity. Classics runs the gammut of classic characters, from updated versions of well known characters like Bumblebee to 1986 Movie guys like Kup and even the odd Generation 2 tribute in the form of Optimus Prime. Even Simon Furman's excellent and well-remembered run on the Marvel comics is remembered with Thunderwing.


Click on the links to check out the new galleries:

Optimus Prime - Reveal the Shield Autobots
Bumblebee - United Autobots
Red Alert - Generations Autobots
Kup (Sergeant) - Generations Autobots
Dirge - Generations Decepticons
Thunderwing - Generations Decepticons


These six galleries nicely sum up the range of what the current golden age of Classics Transformers toys have to offer, so take a look and enjoy. Like what you see? Be sure to check out the rest of our Transformers Toy Galleries for even more Transformers photo goodness. Want to learn more about the background of the characters, their bios and who else they've been recolored as? Be sure to check out our Toy Resources section. Interested in comics? We've got a Transformers Comics resources section too!

Original Source: TFW Generations Galleries Updates! @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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TVShows on DVD brings some great news about the upcoming Transformers Headmasters DVDs coming to us soon from Metrodome - namely, they tell us when these much-desired releases are coming and how much you'll have to part with to own a set! According to this Amazon listing, the set is due for a release on 5 July - just a little under three months away! Amazon has the RRP set at $29.96 but is as always offering a discount, they are asking just $20.99 for the set if you buy it through them.

$20.99 for this series is a fair bargain in my book - even the RRP cost of $29.96 still works out at less than $1 per episode, which is good value for money however you try to tackle it. Let's hope this set sells well so there's more Japanese series goodness in our future, so we can say go! and use the Masterforce to transform.


Pictured at left is the cover art of the Metrodome set released in the UK a few years back. Will the US cover art be as excellent as this? Stay tuned to find out!

Original Source: Headmasters DVDs Price, Date and Pre-Order @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Two more of the Dark of the Moon Mini-Con single packs have popped up on eBay. This time out the names are Rav and Triceradon, the other two members of the Classics Mini-Con Dinobots redecos. Like the Dualor who we saw before, these guys are in Generation 1 Dinobot inspired decos. They are single packed and by all indications are headed out as some kind of shared store exclusive between Big Bad Toy Store and someone else - unless plans have changed of course.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Rav and Triceradon Mini-Con Single Packs @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Check out some new product shots of Transformers Dark of the Moon Exclusive figures for Bumblebee, Ironhide and Sideswipe. Each will be available at Wal Mart or Toys R Us, and feature "The Scan Series" or "Movie Exclusive" theme.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Wal Mart and TRU Exclusive Deluxe Figures @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Check out official images of Ultimate Optimus Prime from Transformers Dark of the Moon.

"Over the years, Optimus Prime has proved himself to not only be a great leader, but also one of the most powerful warriors in the universe. He is trained in the use of almost any weapon, incorporating them into his combat tactics without effort. He is a walking arsenal with unstoppable combat capabilities."

Findout more about this figure at our Resources Section.

• Transformers: Dark of the Moon Ultimate Optimus Prime

Original Source: Official Images of Ultimate Optimus Prime @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Check out official product images for upcoming Transformers Dark of the Moon Mech Tech, Cyberverse and Role Play items.

More info:

• Autobot Ark with Autobot Roller
• Energon Shock Sword
• Skyhammer
• Robo Power Bash Bots: Starscream
• Thunderhead with Major Tungsten
• Deluxe Starscream
  

Original Source: DOTM Cyberverse Mech Tech and Role Play Transformers Items @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Check out official images of upcoming DOTM Transformers Speed Stars and Stealth Force. Included are:

Topspin
Bumblebee
Crumplezone
Mirage
Optimus Prime
Starscream
Stealth Force Topspin
Stealth Force Barricade
Stealth Force Big Hoss
Stealth Force Leadfoot
Stealth Force Starscream

Original Source: New Transformers Speed Stars and Stealth Force Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Check out some official images of Generations Thundecracker and Wheeljack.

• Generations Thundecracker
• Generations Wheeljack

Original Source: Transformers Generations Thundercracker and Wheeljack @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Kickback @ TFW2005.com

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Many United States Transformers collectors have been searching effortlessly (and in vain) for the Reveal the Shield Scouts and Legends figures. Our friends overseas have had plenty of luck, and those who order from online collectable stores have been fortunate, but what's in the store for the rest of us?

We may have your answer, and it's not good.

According to various Hasbro Retail Merchandiser Reps, it would seem that Hasbro has chosen to cancel the Reveal the Shield Scout Assortment in the United States. Beyond the evidence that these figures cannot be found anywhere, word is coming in that some online retailers are cancelling existing pre-orders that they now cannot fill.

This means that the United States may not see a retail release of Windcharger, Chopsaw, Rumble, Bodylock, and Downshift.

As for the Reveal the Shield Legends Assortment? That is apparently still up in the air, but the major retail chains are not placing orders for these figures, as they are still sitting on Hunt for the Decepticons and there's apparently a giant, blockbuster movie and toy release on the horizon that they are ordering the H-E-double hockey stick out of...

The last bit of information we got out of our conversations is that Hasbro is currently looking at a different avenue to get these figures released. We're going to keep this as A RUMOR for the time being, but if you want to be assured any of those figures, your best bet is to start looking at imports or online retailers.

We'll keep you posted.

Original Source: Reveal the Shield Scout Assortment Possibly Cancelled - Legends Assortment Status Unknown @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Check out another clip from tomorrow's all-new episode of Transformers Prime! Speed Metal airs tomorrow at 7 PM Eastern / 4 PM Pacific. Uploaded to Youtube by The Hub:

Original Source: Transformers Prime Speed Metal Preview Clip 2 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The official Transformers Collector's Club have updated their site with a new robot mode image of their exclusive Generation 2 Ramjet. This new image is marked "final" so this is probably an actual image of the finished toy you are looking at. The Classics Ramjet redeco is looking sharp in purple black and green - retro styled Generation 2 at it's best!

Check out the image by clicking on the link above.

Original Source: Generation 2 Ramjet Transformers Collectors Club Exclusive New Image @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Kickback @ TFW2005.com

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On July 5th Shout! Factory will release The Transformers Headmasters - The Takara Collection for the first time in the United States. While details about the release are still sketchy, we are pleased to be able to show you the box-art, as it is shown on Amazon.com.

Enjoy, and Head On!

Original Source: Transformers Headmasters - The Takara Collection Box Art @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: TM2 D-bot @ TFW2005.com

Original Source: United Wheeljack Video Review @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: TM2 D-bot @ TFW2005.com

Original Source: Maiden Japan Wreck-Gar/Junkion Add-on Video Review @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Mastermind Creations have posted an additional update on their blog, this time showing some robot mode images of their upcoming custom Hearts of Steel Shockwave, "Knight Morpher Cyclops". The design appears to stick close to the original concept artwork of the character right down to the prow on the right arm. Check out all the images by clicking on the link above.

Original Source: Hearts of Steel Shockwave Mastermind Creations Cyclops Custom Robot Mode @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Joe Moore @ TFW2005.com

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Today for our Featured Ebay Auctions, I wanted to present some of the various Transformers Games (both board and video) that have been released over the years.

• Transformers G2 LCD Handheld Game Sealed
• Transformers G1 Commodore 64 Video Game
• Japanese Beast Wars Board Game
• Transformers G1 Laserbeak Marble Game
• Transformers G1 Mystery of Convoy Nintendo Famicom Game
• Transformers Beast Wars Metals Japanese N64 Game
• Transformers Beast Wars Japanese PS1 Game

You can see photos of each item by clicking the headline of the story.

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

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Surprise Surprise! Here we have our first look at the mobile game of Transformers: Dark of the Moon by Electronic Arts.

Unofficial sources reveal that the game consists of levels exploring Chernobyl and Moon.

Twitter was buzzing with these leaked images only few moments ago. And this description was also found. Bear in mind that this is unofficial and unconfirmed…

“While Megatron is hiding after the disgraceful defeat, Decepticons Shockwave, the ruler of Cybertron, is preparing to visit the planet with absolutely no good intentions. The game takes place not only on Earth, but the dynamics Moon, a dark side which holds no less dark secrets.”

The images reveal Optimus Prime fighting with some Dreads/Crankcase, Optimus Prime in Stealth Force mode and the upgrade system.

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Mobile Game Revealed @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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With the repeat airing of the latest episode of Transformers Prime came the trailer for this week's new episode. A figure from Arcee's past comes back to haunt her in the present. This new female Decepticon is the reported Airachnid, although she's not positively identified in the trailer. A little bonus tidbit coming from 2005 Boards member Secretcode - this new female Decepticon will apparently be voiced by Gina Torres of Firefly fame!

Check out the trailer, uploaded to Youtube by FanofTransformers, below:

Original Source: Transformers Prime Predatory Trailer @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Amazon, Japan is listing some new and updating some old Transformers: Dark of the Moon Novels (mostly for kids).

The site now lists the previously taken-down Transformers 3 books which helped us to uncover the title of the third movie for the first time in the world. Many entertainment websites praised TFW2005. Despite our happiness, we felt sad to see the product pages taken-down.

Now the novels are back. It is clear that each book contains one particular scene from the movie. You can take a look at the three Kids Novels, after the jump.

Cover of Readers’ Digest Transformers: Dark of the Moon Push-Pops book is also revealed along with the Mix & Match book.

New entry just showed-up. It’s called Transformers Dark of the Moon - Annual 2012. Read on to check out the description.

Original Source: Few Tidbits About Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Novels @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Michal Bay came to visit his Forum and told the fans that...

"Mercedes would never let us make their car into a bad Decepticon. Car company's really frown on that - I can't say what the game company and comics do that's their own thing. They don't have the same constraints movies do. It's Carly's car."

Many Transformers Fans were saying that Decepticon Soundwave of Transformers: Dark of the Moon may have the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Vehicle Mode due to various stuff they have seen or heard.

First, the car on set was seen driven by a man wearing black. Usually this means the stunt driver will get erased to make it look like the car is driving on its own.

Soon, we heard about a Human Alliance Soundwave. HA figures are usually cars (Bumblebee, Jazz, Skids, Mudflap, Barricade, Sideswipe etc.)

Then, the recent Transformers 3 Activision and High Moon Studios trailer and GDC Preview revealed Soundwave with a SUV Vehicle Mode similar to the above mentioned car.

What do you think, is Soundwave, the SLS AMG or not?

Original Source: Soundwave Of Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Is Not The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Says Michael Bay @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.