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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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Xovergen has recently posted on Facebook some new photos of their upcoming TrailerForce product, showing off the full robot mode as well as the trailer and weapons platform modes. This upcoming release is reminiscent of Generation 1 Powermaster Optimus Prime and is compatible with not just the Classics 2006 Voyager Optimus Prime (as seen in these photos) but the original Generation 1 Optimus Prime as well.

Original Source: Xovergen TrailerForce Final Product Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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Third party company Beelzeboss has recently posted final production images of their upcoming Heroic Duo Custom kit. This add-on kit for the Generations Red Alert and Classics Sideswipe toys add the pair's iconic shoulder cannon, as well as new shoulder armor, rifles, a new head (for Red Alert), and piledrivers (for Sideswipe.) This kit is slated for a late September/Early October release.

Original Source: Final Images of Beelzeboss Heroic Duo Custom Kit @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Once again The Allspark comes through with a translation of the story that comes with the Transformers United EX toys. This time they have shared a translation of the third story in the United EX plotline, Prelude to the Siege. This story chapter introduces Combat Master into the battle between Chopper Master and Roller Master and establishes how he comes to acquire his own set of Power Core Combiner drones. The story also brings in a new big bad behind the Decepticons known merely as "High Regent"; given the timeline placement of this series in the late Japanese Generation 1 where the Decepticons were usually the thrall of some extra-dimensional entity or other (see also: Violenjaeger, Dark Nova) this is not unprecedented - but given the way that so far United EX is weaving in many plot threads from across the whole spectrum of Transformers lore, don't discount the possibility that this might be someone we've met before!

The story and bio translation establish a few other details about Transformers United EX, namely that the Transformers United EX story is happening in parallel with Operation Combination (and that the story of Operation Combination was in fact merely a distraction for the events of this story!) Moreso, the story also establishes that Combat Master is Onslaught reborn - in the story illustration the Bruticus redeco, Battle Gaia, can be seen and is referenced in the plot as being "based on Combat Master's data". The bio backs this up with a very Onslaught bio of being a robot who prefers to let his subordinates do the fighting, and also with references to how he has been active since the early days of the war.

Check out the full translation over on the Allspark!

Original Source: Transformers United EX Combat Master Story Translation @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Next week we have part three of the current arc of Transformers Prime! In Hard Knocks, it is an all out race to retrieve the final Iacon relics with both sides pulling out all the stops - with the fate of two worlds now hanging in the balance! The road to the season finale continues next week in Transformers Prime Season 2 Episode 22 Hard Knocks! Check out the preview for the new episode on Comics Online!



Upcoming Transformers Prime Episodes

10/05 Hard Knocks
10/12 Inside Job
10/19 Patch
10/26 Regeneration
11/02 Season 2 Finale!

Original Source: Transformers Prime Episode 48 Hard Knocks Preview @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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Singaporean Facebook group Planet Iacon has recently uploaded some in-hand photos of the Generations Ultimate Gift Set. This set was recently sighted at Singaporean retail by TFW2005 boards member [soundwave] at a local department store, and features Generation 2-inspired redecos of Deluxe Reveal The Shield Optimus Prime and Jazz, as well as Legends class releases of Thundercracker and Motorbreath (aka, Motormaster.)

Original Source: In-Hand Images of Generations Ultimate Gift Set @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Today it gives us pride to share a new Transformers gallery with you! Next up is the first of two new releases in Voyager Class Wave 4, Ultra Magnus!

Ultra Magnus may be familiar to anyone who picked up the Cyberverse toy, as the Voyager Class toy is very much an upscaled version of the Cyberverse Commander, with a few extra steps and panels for the arm and leg transformations. This regrettably brings over some of the bad points of that design along with the good ones, such as the rear view of the truck mode having the robot mode legs on full view. But there are some good points too, including some excellent articulation and the best MechTech weapon on a Transformers Prime toy yet - one that not only locks in its deployed mode, but that also features two distinct modes.

All in all, Ultra Magnus is a great toy. He's not without flaws, but he stands up well all things considered. Well worth the purchase in my opinion, provided you are able to pick him up at retail or close to retail prices.


Check out the full gallery by opening the link below:

Transformers Prime Ultra Magnus Gallery

Original Source: TFW Transformers Prime Ultra Magnus Gallery @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: process @ TFW2005.com

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Several thumbnail images have surfaced on, presumably, another TFC Weibo blog. Although small, these images confirm that Uranus' core robot, inspired by G1 Silverbolt, will be modeled after an SR-71 Blackbird. Although one of the images does display the combiner torso mode, there is no indication of the rumored 6th Uranus team member who provides the chest plate.

Original Source: TFC Project Uranus SR-71 Blackbird Revealed @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Meteor Operation on Facebook has posted an in-hand look at the GDO Voyager Megatron toy. A remolded version of Bludgeon, GDO Megatron sports a new head and a deco recalling Generation 2 Megatron. The head sculpt is interesting and full of personality, though your mileage may vary on how far an overtly Classic styled head fits the skeletal movie-styled Bludgeon body.

Check out the full gallery by opening the links above.

Original Source: Generations GDO Voyager Megatron In Hand Gallery @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Alfes2000 of the Higekuma Toy Blog has posted a selection of photos of another recent release in Japan, Arms Micron Ironhide. These pictures show that Arms Micron Ironhide is largely unchanged as far as molding goes from Sergeant Kup, as well as an alternate transformation to leave the shoulders clear if that is your taste. 2005 Boards member Tcracker has also posted a selection of images which include comparison pictures with Kup.

Also posted are some pictures giving a look at the Shining R.A. Campaign Microns, given away this month in Japan.

Original Source: Prime Arms Micron Ironhide In Hand Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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We've received this weeks update from our friends and sponsors at TFsource!

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Great news! Make Toys Green Giant is finally instock! We'll also be receiving Revoltech - Sci-Fi #040 - Optimus Prime this week. We have updated photos of Studio Beelzeboss - Generations Red Alert & Classics Sideswipe Kit, TFC Toys - Project Uranos, and Masterpiece MP-12 Sideswipe along with many new preorders. New Recruits, a New Source Article, Interview and Review, and so much more... in this week's SourceNews!

In this issue of SourceNews:
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Original Source: TFsource 10-1 SourceNews @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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i09.com has posted an article in regards to fashion. Sorta. Two hoodies have been revealed, one is an Optimus Prime hoodie designed to look like his chest. Pull the hood up and zip up the faceplate and you're ready to do damage to the neighborhood as Optimus Prime! If Prime isn't your style, you can go Grimlock. Pull the hood up and you'll show off your Sharkticon crushing teeth.

Check out these crazy, yet fun, designs by clicking the link above or the title bar.

Original Source: Optimus Prime and Grimlock Hoodies @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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Amazon.co.jp has posted new images of the upcoming Transformers: Cap Bots toys from Takara-Tomy. As announced back in June, these upcoming toys are Transforming Baseball Caps that turn into robots- with the Autobot one in typical Optimus Prime colors (as well as sporting a head that looks like Optimus Prime wearing a baseball hat) and a Decepticon one in black and purple. These toys are due out in December of this year.

Original Source: New Pics of Transformers: Cap Bots @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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Are you a fan of Transformers: Prime? Do you happen to live in Italy? Well good news! Thanks to TFW2005 boards member Rodan75, we now have word that the Italian dub of Season Two of Transformers: Prime will begin airing on October 8th, on Cartoon Network.

Are you a Transformers: Prime fan, regardless of what country you live in? Swing on by TFW2005's Prime subforum to discuss the show's various plots, characters, and more!

Original Source: Transformers: Prime Season 2 Coming to Italy @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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It's been two weeks, so it's time for another TFW2005 Creative Spotlight! Every two weeks, we here at TFW2005 will be giving a brief spotlight to something we think is special from the TFW2005 Creative Subforums as a nod to one of TFW2005's biggest sub-communities. Last time, we took a quick look into the customization aspect of those subforums, so we thought it would only be fair if this time around we gave the spotlight to something in the Fan Art section.

This time, we have chosen to spotlight Fakebusker83's Shapeways projects (which are available to order through Fakebusker's Shapeways storefront) and we interviewed Fakebusker about the inspiration behind these kits and for a look into the design process. Check out the interview after the jump, and don't forget to swing by the thread to check out all of Fakebusker's creations and links to various galleries featuring the creations.

Original Source: TFW2005 Creative Spotlight: Fakebusker's Shapeways Projects @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: process @ TFW2005.com

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Third party group Fansproject has posted an update on their community website FansProjectCore regarding their upcoming Warbot Assaulter.

According to the update, pre-orders through FansProjectCore will be open soon, and will include some unspecified bonus accessories. The new images show Assaulter in-package next to his fellow Warbots. There are two additional photos of Assaulter in what is presumably his aircraft carrier mode, with tiny, scaled models of Warbots Defender and Steel Core.

Original Source: Fansproject Assaulter: In-Box Images, Coming Soon! @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

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Disappointed that the initial Weaponizer Bumblebee release had inaccurate stripes? Want a more show accurate figure? Good news, a more show-accurate variant has appeared! Dudicus has spotted a Variant Weaponizer Bumblebee at his local Fred Meyer store in Vancouver, Washington. This could be a running change so be patient it may take a while before it shows up in mass market, depending on how well the existing figure sells in your area(s).

Click on the thumbnail for a closer look at the stripes.

Original Source: Weaponizer Bumblebee Variant @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

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For those of you living in Hong Kong and patiently awaiting the release of Masterpiece Thundercracker, the wait is over! Clintfca sighted a stack of MP Thundercrackers at Toys R Us. The price is $699 in Hong Kong Dollars, approximately $90+ in American Dollars.

Happy hunting!

Original Source: Masterpiece Thundercracker Released In Hong Kong @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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Pinball table manufacturer Stern Pinball has recently announced that they will be releasing a new pinball table based on the Transformers license. Being billed as "Stylish, Affordable Pinball Entertainment for the Home", this new pinball table is designed around the Transformers movie trilogy and is currently available for preorder through Amazon.com (U.S. buyers only), with a release date of November 9th.

For the full press release that Stern Pinball has sent out (and to see the buying methods for Canadian buyers), take the jump by clicking on the news story title.

Original Source: Stern Pinball to Produce New Transformers Pinball Table @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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Some good news for the Canadian Transformers collectors out there, as many toys have been sighted at retail in Canada.

Thanks to Cybertron.CA member Hellboy, we now have a sighting of Transformers Prime Voyager Dreadwing at Canadian retail. This toy is part of the third wave of Transformers Prime Voyagers and was sighted at a Walmart in Ontario.

Cybertron.CA member wervenom has also found the first sighting of the formerly Asian-Market exclusive GDO Scouts at a Toys R Us in Ontario. This wave consists of Laserbeak, Sandstorm, Dead End and Brawl.

One last sighting, courtesy of Cybertron.CA member Dark Rage, is the news that the Toys R Us Exclusive Masterpiece Thundercracker is now available at Canadian retail.

Special thanks to Cybertron.CA staff member Cheers Ian for the heads up on these stories.

Original Source: GDO Scouts, MP Thundercracker and Prime Voyager Dreadwing Released at Canadian Retail @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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A few days ago thanks to two eBay listings we saw our first in-hand images of the upcoming Asian Market exclusive Generations Leader Class toys, however the only pictures available in those auctions were of the vehicle modes, leading quite a few of you to wonder what the toys look like in robot mode.

Well wonder no more, as thanks to TFW2005 boards member Mondo we now have some in-hand photos of the robot modes of these two toys, as well as a look at their packaging. These toys are Asian Market exclusives under the Generations "GDO" line, and are Generation One redecos of the Leader Class Ironhide (from the Dark of the Moon toyline) and Starscream (from the Hunt for the Decepticons toyline.)

Original Source: Additional In-Hand Images of GDO Ironhide and Starscream @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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TFW2005 Site Sponsor ToyArena has sent us an update regarding new arrivals to their store. New items in stock include the Generations GDO Leader Class Ironhide and Starscream, Revoltech Jetwing Optimus Prime, and more. Open the links below and check them out!

Transformers Generations Leader Class Decepticon Starscream Asia Exclusive GDO, Toyarena

Transformers Generations Leader Class 2-Pack Starscream and Ironhide Asia Exclusive GDO, Toyarena

Transformers Generations Voyager Class Decepticon Megatron Asia Exclusive GDO, Toyarena

Sci-Fi Revoltech 040 Jetwing Ver. Optimus Prime DOTM Transformers Movie Action Figure #040, Toyarena

Transformers Prime Arms Micron Zori M Weapon Series AMW-10, Toyarena

Transformers Prime Arms Micron Beha B Weapon Series AMW-11, Toyarena

Transformers Prime Arms Micron Arc S Weapon Series AMW-12, Toyarena

Original Source: Toyarena Update- New Transformers GDO, Revoltech and Arms Micron In-Stock @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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TFW2005 Site Sponsor Big Bad Toy Store has sent us an update regarding some brand new preorders, including the first ever confirmation of several items, including Encore Fortress Maximus, MP-15, and upcoming new Takara Tomy mainline releases.

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Hi - We've just listed some amazing new Takara Transformers - Finally - Fortress Maximus!!!

Encore #23 Fortress Maximus - $349.99 (April Release) or $399.99 for the early air shipment (March Release)
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=10800

Takara MP-15 Masterpiece Ravage & Rumble - $59.99
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...74&mode=retail

Takara Prime- AM-33 Darkest Megatron & AM-34 Jet Vehicon General
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=10807

Takara Generations - Fall of Cybertron: Kickback, Starscream, Sideswipe, Ultra Magnus & Fireflight
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=10814

Original Source: Sponsor Update- Big Bad Toy Store New Preorders including Encore Fortress Maximus & MP-15 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Buzz Focus has uploaded a preview clip from this Friday's all-new episode of Transformers Prime! In the third part of the current arc that leads us to the season finale, the Autobots and Decepticons engage in a race for the last three Iacon relics with the fate of not only Earth but Cybertron as well in the balance. In this clip, we get to see fan-favorite Dreadwing in action doing what he does best - blowing stuff up, Baysplosion style! (or "HUBOOM!!!" if you prefer)

Check out the preview clip by visiting the page at Buzz Focus.

Original Source: Transformers Prime Episode 48 Hard Knocks Clip @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The Transformers Legends Facebook page has updated with new images showcasing six pieces of art from the upcoming cell phone game by ngmoco. These pieces of art showcase Razorclaw, Megatron and Warpath as envisaged by the developer - and while Razorclaw and Warpath stick very close to their Generation 1 and Classics selves respectively, Megatron features a slick updated design with a classic Generation 1 robot mode and a tank alternate mode. All in all, the artwork looks incredible - here's hoping the gameplay will match, and for some information on that, check out our previous news coverage.

Original Source: Transformers Legends Cell Phone Game Art Preview @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Vangelus! Aaron! Omegus! Japan! Bot shots! Lego! IP Infringement! Twice! Hotels! Jeffrey Combs! Robot Chicken! Norida! Transformers! Dice! The end!

You can download and comment on it here: WTF @ TFW - Episode 218

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Original Source: WTF @ TFW Episode 218 Now Online! @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.