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Originally posted by: Joe Moore @ TFW2005.com

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We continue our ongoing series of Featured Ebay Auctions based soemly on individual characters. Today we spotlight Ultra Magnus toys and items.

• Transformers G1 Ultra Magnus Head USB Computer Speaker Figure AQ2024 | eBay
• Ultra Magnus KT Bust PVC Figure King EXC Transformers | eBay
• Transformers G1 Henkei United Classics Voyager Ultra Magnus Takara Japan MISB | eBay
• Transformers G1 Titanium Ultra Magnus MISB | eBay
• Ultra Magnus Portfolio Fun Folder Vintage Hasbro 1986 G1 Transformers | eBay
• G1 Ultra Magnus Kabaya Model MISB Takara | eBay
• Transformers Diamond Select Ultra Magnus Bust | eBay
• Transformers Classics Ultra Magnus Skywarp Target Exclusive Figures RARE New | eBay
• Transformers WST Smallest Takara Ultra Magnus Chase | eBay
• Revoltech 19 Transformers Ultra Magnus Action Figure G1 New US Seller | eBay
• Transformers Titanium Ultra Magnus War Within MISB | eBay
• Transformers Cybertron "Optimus Prime Ultra Magnus" by Hasbro 2005 RARE | eBay
• RARE Transformers G1 Heroes of Cybertron Ultra Magnus | eBay
• Transformers Masterpiece MP 02 MP 2 Ultra Magnus | eBay
• Transformers Plastic Cups 1980s Devastator Omega Supreme Ultra Magnus | eBay
• Transformers Robots in Disguise Ultra Magnus | eBay
• New Transformers G1 Reissue Autobot Ultra Magnus Figure | eBay
• Transformers Prime Robots in Disguise Ultra Magnus Voyager RID Am | eBay
• Ultra Magnus Transformers 1986 G1 MISB SEALED Rubber Tires | eBay
• RARE Transformers RID Ultra Magnus God Magnus MISB Japanese | eBay
• 2006 New York Comic Con Exclusive Ultra Magnus Mini Head Replica | eBay
• RARE Transformers SD Ultra Magnus Resin Statue 500 AFX Exclusive | eBay

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

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Once again Zap2it is bringing us the Title and the Description of Transformers: Prime Season 3; Beast Hunters Episode 07.

The episode title is called "Plus One" and it will air on 31st May, 2013 on Hasbro-Discovery Hub TV Network.

The episode description is a bit awkward, but we'll keep it under spoilers just in case:

"While on a mission to gather a Precadon bone relic, Agent Fowler finds himself in a tight squeeze with Jack's mother."

Original Source: Transformers: Prime - Beast Hunters Season 3 Episode 7 Title And Description Revealed @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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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.


Hasbro Transformers PRIME Platinum Edition Ultra Magnus.
Pre-order, available on 27th May 2013. US$59.9/pcs

Hasbro Transformers ACG-CON HK Exclusive Fall of Cybertron Metroplex.
Pre-order, available in September 2013. US$179.9/pcs

Hasbro Transformers Fall of Cybertron Metroplex.
Pre-order, available in August 2013. US$129.9/pcs

Takara Transformers Fall of Cybertron TG-23 Metroplex.
Pre-order, available on 28th September 2013. US$169.9/pcs

Excellent Toys CR-M01.
Pre-order, available in July 2013. US$79.9/pcs

Transformers iGear MW-01C (Mini Warriors-01) Spray Chrome.
Pre-order, available in May 2013. US$32.9/pcs

Hasbro Transformers Generations Deluxe 2013 W3 set of 4.
Pre-order, available in Jun/July 2013. US$59.9/set of 4

[Dr Wu] DW-P13 Dr Evil.
Pre-order. Available in mid May 2013. US$19.9/pcs

Takara Transformers Masterpiece MP-10B - Black Convoy.
Pre-order. Available in May 2013. LAST RESTOCK! US$149.9/pcs

Takara Transformers Masterpiece MP-12 - Lambor (ALTERNATE ROBOT MODE Package).
Pre-order. Available in May 2013. LAST RESTOCK! US$139.9/pcs

Takara Transformers Masterpiece MP-14 - Red Alert.
US$99.9/pcs

Takara Transformers Masterpiece MP-14 - Red Alert (ALTERNATE ROBOT MODE Package).
Pre-order. Available in May 2013. LAST RESTOCK! US$84.9/pcs

Takara Transformers Masterpiece MP-15 - Rumble & Ravage.
US$59.9/pcs

Takara Transformers Masterpiece MP-16 - Frenzy & Buzzsaw.
Pre-order. Available in May 2013. LAST RESTOCK! US$59.9/pcs

TakaraTomy Transformers MP-04S Masterpiece Convoy & Trailer - Sleep Mode (Japan Version).
US$399/pcs

Original Source: Robot Kingdom Newsletter #1238 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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Some exciting new 3rd party news courtesy of our sponsors. We now have preorders for the next two Unofficial Stunticon figures, CA-11 Last Chance and CA-12 Down Force (aka Dead End and Dragstrip). Not only do we get some nice, new images for these two but they are scheduled for release in June and July respectively. Also shown for the first time from Fansproject's unofficial Stunticons is our first clear look at their version of MotorMaster in vehicle and robot mode courtesy of Fansproject's website. No preorder is listed for this version of Motor Master, labeled as Crossfire 03-M3, but he is estimated for a September release

Lastly, along with the new preorders for CA-11 and CA-12 are preorders for Maketoy's Chaos Paladin figure. Which is the long awaited 3rd party The Fallen figure.

You can lock in your preorders for these figures below:

CA-11 Last Chance - BBTS - TFsource
CA-12 Down Force - BBTS - TFsource
Maketoys Chaos Paladin - BBTS - TFsource

Check this space as more preorders go live from our other sponsors. Check out this thread to discuss Chaos Paladin, or click on the title bar to be taken to the Fansproject Menasor Megathread.

Original Source: Fansproject MotorMaster Revealed, CA-11, CA-12 and Maketoys Chaos Paladin Preorders @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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ToyWorld have updated their website with images of prototypes of not one, not two but three new upcoming releases. First up is their TW-H02 "Brainstorm" Headmaster, a follow-on to their Hardbone. Next is TW-02, the partner piece to their first release Hegemon, based on IDW's version of Optimus Prime. Lastly images of TW-T03 have been posted. That one is thought to be an unofficial version of the red Throttlebot, Chase.

Check out the images on ToyWorld's homepage.

Original Source: ToyWorld Prototype Images of TW-H02 Brainstorm, TW-T01 Throttlebot #3 and TW-02 IDW Optimus Prime @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Most won't get it, but to those that do...

Thanks!

Original Source: Thanks! @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Not major news like Kelsey Grammer casting, but some tiny casting news from Transformers 4. Apparently, the Auditions for Transformers 4 Chinese Cast are off to a great start. As Yahoo News found out, there is going to be 6 roles available with 2 slots already filled by Li Bingbing and Wu Xiubo.

2005 Boards Member TFtoycollector is bringing us the news that over 50,000 Chinese actors will audition for a role on TF4 and among them some famous actors such as Huang Xiaoming, Chen Kun and top star, Peter Ho.

The names of course are new to Hollywood but in China their reputation precedes them. Casting of Chinese Actors for Transformers 4 is a move to market movies to China where an emerging (and potentially huge) market for Hollywood movies exist. This move is endorsed by both Paramount and Hasbro. We are yet to hear about the Robot Cast of Transformers 4. Director Michael Bay declared that they’ll be bringing in New Characters and Old Characters will go through a “Full Redesign”.

The six Chinese actors will join Mark Wahlberg, Jack Reynor, Nicola Peltz, Kelsey Grammer and Stanley Tucci for the upcoming movie. Josh Duhamel meanwhile is said to make Cameo Appearance in Transformers 4

Original Source: Transformers 4 Reality Show Begins Casting @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The next new Transformers toy to get featured in our galleries is the hot new Decepticon addition to the Generations line, Blitzwing! Blitzwing has been in demand ever since the first assortment of Transformers Classics toys gave us an Astrotrain in 2006, a demand that only increased with the addition of Octane to the Universe line in 2008. It's been a long time coming, but Blitzwing has finally arrived in the Classics series.

Blitzwing is a Voyager class toy, and he feels nice and substantial. He has plenty of articulation and nice big feet which take his weight really well. The shoulders are a bit awkward out of the box - they pop out very easily - though there are ways to modify them for a better fit; check out one such modification in our Radicons Customs section here. Blitzwing features both his alternate modes, jet and tank, and they do a good job of being distinct from each other thanks to some rather clever tricks. In a homage to the Transformers Animated Blitzwing, Generations Blitzwing sports the three different faces of that character, an excellent and fun touch.

Overall Blitzwing is a great toy. The shoulders are the weakest point about him, along with some of the more rubbery parts, but I would invite you to look past that and see just how much of a masterwork this new, definitive version of Blitzwing really is.

Open the link to view our gallery:

Transformers Generations Blitzwing Gallery

Original Source: TFW Generations Blitzwing Gallery @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Dr Wu is branching out from accessories, as this post on Facebook group Meteor Operation reveals - Dr Wu will be venturing into making full Transformers, and he'll be making unofficial WST ones like Heero Toys Maker and JustiToys. Unlike Heero and JustiToys though it seems his releases will be closer to Legends / Legion size class, will updated articulation compared to the original toys.

The first release shown so far is an unlicensed take on Generation 1 Perceptor, strongly based on the toy and featuring all three modes - check it out.

Original Source: Dr Wu WST Generation 1 Perceptor @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Few days back we saw the IDW Bumblebee Mold Test Shots. Today, 2005 Boards Member cobra zartan is bringing us some test shots of upcoming IDW Trailcutter/Trailbreaker.

Trailcutter is a part of Hasbro's "Thrilling 30" anniversary campaign. The toy design is based on Alex Milne's character in the IDW More Than Meets the Eye Comic Book Series of the same name. Like the Bumblebee figure you saw on May 1st, this too is a Prototype Pre-Production design. These images will give you an idea on how the final product may look like, but actual design may vary.

Original Source: Generations 30th Anniversary Trailcutter Mold Test Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Distracted by silly mobile games, Vangelus tries to pull Aaron and Omegus into multiple worlds of meaningless cash-dropping.

You can download and comment on it here: WTF @ TFW - Episode 250

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 250 now live! @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Our sponsors Robot Kingdom have updated their Facebook page with details of the next Dr Wu release. DW-P15 Rain Storm is a four-barreled chaingun, based off of the design of the weapon that Springer used in his final fight against Overlord at the end of Last Stand of the Wreckers. Speculation is it might also look good on your Prime Skyquake, but for now check out the pictures of this unlicensed accessory.

Original Source: Dr Wu DW-P15 Rain Storm Chaingun for Generations Springer @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Robot Kingdom has updated their Facebook page with images of prototypes of iGear's four upcoming Miniwarriors - Stinger, Rocky, Red Baron and Busta, their unlicensed versions of Minibots Bumblebee, Cliffjumper, Powerglide and Wheelie respectively. The images show off each character in robot and alternate mode, along with some size comparison images alongside another of iGear's Miniwarriors, Bushwacker.

Original Source: iGear Miniwarrior Rocky, Stinger, Red Baron and Busta Prototype Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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By way of our sponsors Big Bad Toy Store we can share with you some color images of the ToyWorld Trace. Trace is an unofficial unlicensed take on the red Throttlebot Chase, and the third part of the ToyWorld Throttlebot gestalt project. Take a look at the images attached to this post to see what this one looks like in full color.

Original Source: ToyWorld Trace Unofficial Throttlebot Chase Color Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Hisashi Yuki has kicked off the new week by uploading a pair of new images to his Twitter account. These latest images show off Metroplex's chest bay door open with Scamper posing on the resulting platform - check out the articulation on Scamper, he even appears to have some movement in his head!

In a second image, we get another sense of just how big Metroplex is. In his first image of Metroplex's full robot mode, Hisashi Yuki is showing us Metroplex posed as if running - demonstrating some of the big guys articulation. By way of impressing just how massive this toy is, three Legends class Transformers toys are stood in front of Metroplex, looking positively tiny in comparison to the big guy.

Original Source: Generations Metroplex New Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The official Transformers Facebook page has updated with official images revealing the fourth assortment of Transformers Generations Legends. Legends Wave 4 is the Decepticon assortment, and will feature Megatron with Chop Shop and Starscream with Waspinator!

As is the style with the Generations 30th Anniversary toys, these are based on the IDW comics designs, with Megatron sporting his "Megatron Origin / Chaos Theory" Cybertronian design and a tank alternate mode. Starscream meanwhile features the modernized Generation 1 style design originally featured in the artwork of E.J. Su in the Transformers: Infiltration miniseries.

Check out the images of the new two-packs and see what you think of them.

Original Source: Generations Legends Wave 4 Megatron and Starscream Official Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Mirage77 dropped by our 2005 Boards to share with us the latest update from TFExpo 2013! Guests of Honor Flint Dille and Gregg Berger will be putting on a show at the Saturday Night Dinner - Flint Dille will be bringing an excerpt from the script of Transformers Monstrosity, and Gregg Berger will read the part of Grimlock in the excerpt live on the Saturday night!

But that's not all - co-starring alongside Gregg Berger will be you, the fans attending TFExpo! Auditions will be held earlier in the day for evening dinner attendees to fill the other roles in the script! The evening will then be closed out by local band The Fortunate Ones in a celebration of the music legacy of Transformers the Movie (1986).

Admission to the Saturday Night Dinner and Script Reading is included with the TFExpo premium registration package along with other goodies for $100 or individually for $50. Find out more and pre-register at the TFExpo homepage!

TFExpo 2013 will be held August 3rd in Wichita, Kansas at Holiday Inn, 549 South Rock Road. Pre-Registration ends July 6th! Your pre-registration, or admission to the TFExpo Saturday Night Dinner and Script Reading, must be purchased by then. Admission to this event will not be sold on the day of TFExpo. Don't miss out!

Original Source: TFExpo 2013 Monstrosity Script Reading with Gregg Berger! @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We have received our weekly newsletter update from our friends at TFSource! Check out a summary of what is in this week's Sourcenews below, and read on for the full update!

Great News SourceFans!
Lots of great preorders this week inlcuding Make Toys Paladin/Chaos and Fansproject CA-11 Last Chance and CA-12 Downforce! The highly anticipated Fansproject Crossfire 02 - Colossus Set is now instock along with Japanese Beast Hunters Optimus Prime and Shockwave, and our final restock of the popular Fansproject - Causality CA-09 Car Crash and MECH iDEAS - Demolition Crue Set of 2 - DC-01 Apex & DC-02 Geminus! Our Spring Cleaning Sale continues with over 150 items at up to 75% off! Check out the Source Blog for our latest Source Article, Source Review and Source Interview! All this and more... in this week's SourceNews!

In this issue of SourceNews:
1. Fansproject Update!
2. Now up for preorder - Make Toys Paladin/Chaos!
3. Masterpiece Update!
4. New Beast Hunters and Generations Preorders and Instock Items!
5. Hot New Takara/Tomy Preorders!
6. The TFsource Spring Cleaning Sale Continues!
7. New Transformers Go! - Preorders Up!
8. New Preorders from Impossible Toys! Tetra Jets and More! Plus Impossible Toys Clearance Sale!
9. 3rd Party Update! Dr. Wu Restock!
10. Mastermind Creations Update
11. TFC Toys Uranos Update!
12. Now Instock - Unique Toys - UT-W01 War Hawk!
13. Source Blog Updates!
14. Newest Instock items at TFsource
15. Newest Preorder items at TFsource

Original Source: TFSource Sourcenews for 6 May 2013 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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A while back, actor Tyrese Gibson announced that he is in talks for Transformers 4. However, 7 months later Mr. Gibson spoke to Moviehole regarding the matter. He had this to say...

"It’s looking like an appearance might happen. I haven’t got that phone call yet, officially. We’ll see what happens."

We also learned that Josh Duhamel is to make a cameo appearance on Transformers 4. It seems as though Tyrese Gibson's role in the upcoming movie may be the same. Only time will tell.

Original Source: Tyrese Gibson To Make Cameo Appearance Only In Transformers 4? @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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The Wrap is reporting that actress Sophia Myles has joined the cast of Transformers 4. According to the article, her role will be a major supporting role that might be a scientist.

Most of you may know her as Madame de Pompadour from one of the most heart-warming Doctor Who episodes; The Girl in the Fireplace.

She is a very skilled actress notable for her roles in movies such as Underworld, Thunderbirds (2004) and Out of Bounds.

Original Source: Sophia Myles Joins Transformers 4 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Pennsylvania's fan-run convention Omega Con has announced two new guests today. Attending Omega Con in August 2013 are artists Scott Derby and Dave Perillo, the latter known for his pop-art styled cover to the Botcon 2012 edition of Transformers Timelines, as well as similarly styled G.I. Joe prints for Acid Free.

Omega Con will be held on Sunday August 25th at the Crowne Plaza Trevose, Pennsylvania. Doors open at 9am for early bird admission and at 10am for general. There's many great goodies available including a very limited number of unreleased Transformers Animated Electromagnetic Soundwaves!

Find out more at the Omega Con homepage!

Original Source: Dave Perillo and Scott Derby to attend Omegacon! @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Auto Assembly have announced two more guests for Auto Assembly 2013. Making their return to Auto Assembly in Birmingham this year are colorists Jason Cardy and Kat Nicholson! Both Jason and Kat have done work for Titan on their Transformers releases, with Jason more recently having also done some work for IDW on Transformers Regeneration 1!

Auto Assembly 2013 is taking place over the weekend of 9-11 August 2013 at the Hilton Metropole Hotel in Birmingham, England. Pre-registration for the convention is open now along with pre-purchasing for the 2013 Auto Assembly exclusive toy, Robot Manuel X! Find out more by clicking here.

Original Source: Jason Cardy and Kat Nicholson to attend Auto Assembly 2013 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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We have with us some sample images of Transformers: Fall Of Cybertron 2014 Wall Calendar.

The calendar is published by Day Dream and will be available on 1st August, 2013.

Check out the images, after the jump.

Original Source: Transformers: Fall Of Cybertron 2014 Wall Calendar Sample Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Third party group ArtTek has unveiled their next two releases. In their Art of War weapon series, they are releasing a Rex Blaster accessory, based on Generation 1 Grimlock's blaster and designed to accompany the Fall of Cybertron Grimlock. The debut release in their Art of Tech series is Retro Rex, a Generation 1 inspired head for Fall of Cybertron Grimlock. Retro Rex's first run features a blue visor in addition to the red one, and both Retro Rex and Rex Blaster will be available in standard as well as metallic versions.

These are now up for preorder at our sponsors, with an expected release of July 2013. Check out the preorder links below:

Retro Rex - Big Bad Toy Store, TFSource
Retro Rex Metallic - Big Bad Toy Store, TFSource
Rex Blaster - Big Bad Toy Store, TFSource
Rex Blaster Metallic - Big Bad Toy Store, TFSource

Original Source: ArtTek Retro Rex and Rex Blaster @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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An article on Nick and More pulls together a few points from recent Hasbro press releases, wherein they have taken to referring to "The Hub" as "Hub Network". While not official yet, the article points out that the web address HubNetwork.com is registered to The Hub's SVP of Business and Legal Affairs. They have also posted an updated logo, retaining the distinctive shape and coloration of the network's logo, but bearing the new title.

As yet though there is no word on when the change from "The Hub" to "Hub Network" will officially take place, but speculation is that June 1, with that month's new premieres, is a possible point the changeover may happen.

Original Source: The Hub to rebrand as The Hub Network? @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.