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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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iGear are producing a new version of their unofficial Minibot Hench, based on the original Marvel US comic artwork for Brawn. This new version features a tweaked deco with a lighter green and a slightly stronger orange, as well as upper arms in green as opposed to the grey of the lower arms on the original.

This news comes to us by way of our sponsors Big Bad Toy Store - check out their preorder page here.

Original Source: iGear Comic Colors Hench not-Brawn @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Toys R Us Canada has posted a pair of interesting preorder pages, revealing a pair of new Chinese New Year Platinum Edition releases. These "Year of the Horse" releases seem to be in the same vein as past Year of the Dragon and Year of the Snake special editions, if the descriptions are anything to go by.

The first of the two is, according to Toys R Us Canada, "TRA SUPREME STARSCREAM CNY PLATINUM". There's no product pictures or description, but the additional information suggests that two AA batteries are needed. An informed opinion suggests this might be, in the same vein as the Year of the Snake Omega Supreme, a Chinese New Year re-release of the Transformers Cybertron Supreme Starscream. He's priced just shy of $120 Canadian, and scheduled for a release on the last day of this year, 31 December 2013.

Stay tuned for more news on this and all other things Transformers.

Original Source: Platinum Edition Year of the Horse Starscream @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We have received an update from our friends and sponsors at TFSource! Check out a summary of this week's Sourcenews below:

Greetings SourceFans!
This week our Summer Sale continues with over 200 items up to 75% off - with more to be added! This week have new 3rd party custom preorder items like MECH iDEAS - TFCon Exclusive Project Z & Prototype X set, MECH iDEAS Apex and Gemini set, MECH iDEAS Long Blast Add on, KFC - Micro Robo - MC 20 - E.A.V.I Metal Version, Maiden Japan Junk Plant botcon exclusive set C-01 Pescilen, and Zenith Forge - ZF-001: Cretaceous Advancement Set. Instock this week are Guilty - G-04 Hunger - Classics Seeker Weapon Upgrade Kit, TFCC 2013 Subscription Exclusive - Slipstream, TFCon Exclusives iGear Van Guardian and Roswell, Impossible Toys Alicon and Tetra Jets! As always, be sure to 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:
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5. TFCon Exclusives iGear Van Guardian and Roswell Now Instock!
6. 3rd Party Customs Update!
7. Now Instock: Impossible Toys Tetra Jets and Alicon!
8. MECH iDEAS Restock and TFCon Exclusive Preorders!
9. Now instock: TFCC Slipstream figure!
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11. Masterpiece Update! MP-12 Masterpiece Sideswipe Now Instock!
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15. Newest Instock items at TFsource
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Original Source: TFSource Sourcenews for 5 August 2013 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Toys R Us Canada also revealed a second Platinum Edition Chinese New Year Transformer. The second Year of the Horse Transformer is a Year of the Horse Optimus Prime. The page on Toys R Us Canada was here, but has since started redirecting to the site's index. However, 2005 Boards member mapatel got a copy of the product description, which reads as follows:

The leader of the Autobots is back and more unstoppable than ever! Everyone will know that this mighty Year of the Horse Optimus Prime figure is the ultimate Autobot, because the Matrix of Leadership fits in his chest. He'll shred his Decepticon enemies with his Energon axe in robot mode, and flatten them in truck mode! Convert his trailer to a battle station with a maintenance dock, where you can store his ion cannon and Energon axe. Your Transformers adventures will be off the hook with this Optimus Prime figure!

What this suggests about this Optimus Prime is that:

• He has a Matrix that fits in his chest.
• He has the Energon Axe and an Ion Cannon
• He comes with a trailer which turns into a battle station and maintenance dock, and the trailer can also store the weapons.

With these facts in mind, there are very few existing Optimus Prime toys that fit this bill - leaving by process of elimination the most likely potential candidate for this release as a special Chinese New Year edition Masterpiece Optimus Prime 2.0.

As before no pictures are available, so this is speculation on our part, however once more news becomes available we shall share it with you here.

Original Source: Platinum Edition Year of the Horse Optimus Prime @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Our sponsors Robot Kingdom have dropped us a line to let us know about two more items which will make their debut at, or possibly be exclusive to, Cybertron Con 2013. These items are the new edition of Masterpiece Grimlock in a Chinese-themed box and the Henkei Skyfire which featured metallic red paint apps and no chrome. Robot Kingdom has listed orders for both - check out their single order for the Jetfire here, and a listing for Jetfire and Grimlock together here.

Cybertron Con 2013 will be held at the China Millennium Monument in Beijing, China from August 15 to August 19, 2013.

Original Source: Cybertron Con Exclusive Masterpiece Grimlock and Henkei Jetfire @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

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A very interesting pre-order has been posted at BigBadToyStore, a pre-order for none other than Super Fire Convoy from the fan-favorite series, Car Robots AKA Robots In Disguise! This was last the mainline prior to the Armada trilogy and it left big shoes to fill. It also introduced once of the most popular and unique versions of Convoy/Optimus Prime.

For those of you who missed out, the pre-order page can be accessed here. Price is $149.99. BBTS has stated that the Toys R Us exclusive Master Sword is rumored to be included. That may factor into the higher price, but we aren't completely sure. Since the sword is rumored to be included and was used for the God Fire Convoy combined mode with God Magnus...perhaps the latter isn't too far behind? Stay tuned as we'll keep you posted!

Original Source: Super Fire Convoy 2014 Reissue @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tim Formas @ TFW2005.com

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TFW2005's early Transformers comic reviews continue! Today, we review Robots in Disguise #20! Robots in Disguise #20 is out tomorrow - Wednesday, August 7th - from IDW Publishing. Check out the review and a seven-page preview on our Robots in Disguise #20 page of our Comics Resource Section!

Original Source: TFW2005 Reviews Robots in Disguise #20 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tim Formas @ TFW2005.com

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Amazon has posted new listings for the Monstrosity TPB (Trade Paperback) and Robots in Disguise Volume 5 TPB. The Monstrosity TPB will be released in December, following the original release of all twelve issues on-line and the four issues of print release. The Robots in Disguise TPB includes Issues 17 through 22 of the series. No cover has been released yet for either TPB, but all details regarding the TPBs can be found on the Monstrosity TPB and Robots in Disguise Volume 5 TPB pages of our Comics Resource Section.

Original Source: Monstrosity TPB and RiD Volume 5 To be Released in December 2013 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

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If you've enjoyed the printed versions of Transformers Monstrosity, IDW's got another issue out tomorrow and we've got the preview!

Transformers Monstrosity #3
MEGATRON UNCHAINED! In the early days of the war, MEGATRON-exiled on JUNKION-battles to reclaim the throne of CYBERTRON. But the TERRORCONS have other ideas. . . Meanwhile, GRIMLOCK and the DINOBOTS threaten OPTIMUS PRIME's fledgling republic!

Read on to preview this issue!

Original Source: Transformers Monstrosity #3(of 4) Preview @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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On Twitter, Transformers artist extraordinaire Nick Roche has shared some concept artwork that he did for Hasbro. This concept artwork is for the Autobot Sandstorm, which was used for the Generations Sandstorm toy. Check out the tweet with the cool artwork that inspired one of the best Voyager Class toys of the year so far! And check out our site gallery to see how the concept compared with the final version.

Original Source: Generations Sandstorm Concept Artwork by Nick Roche @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Last time; for Transformers: Dark Of The Moon, Amazon first leaked the title and later the plot of the movie. This time, they have revealed a couple of upcoming publication for Transformers 4 without revealing any new detail.

"Transformers: Ultimate Storybook Collection" and "Transformers: Roll Out and Read Adventures" will release on April 22nd, 2014.

Book Description:
"Get ready for the new Transformers film with this bindup of illustrated, movie-based storybooks that is sure to thrill every young fan--Autobot or Decepticon!"

Also, a complete collection of Transformers: Classified by Ryder Windham will be released as "Transformers Classified: The Complete Mission" with a description of "An original Transformers novel series! When he stumbles upon two giant robots battling in the dust of the Nevada desert, Kevin Bowman gets swept up into the adventure of a lifetime. Along with his new friends, the Autobots, the twelve year-old looks for answers regarding his older brother's disappearance and uncovers a secret program that sends satellites to track incoming Transformers. Can Kevin save his family and the planet?"

Other than that, "Transformers Rescue Bots: Meet Blades the Copter-Bot" will be released on the same day.

Original Source: Transformers 4 Publication To Be Released Next April @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Youtube user MrTvii has posted some footage of the Transformers Universe game from Jagex. This game, which was in development for some time as a Multiplayer Online RPG before being announced to be converting to a League of Legends style Multiplayer Online Battle Arena has been quiet of late - this footage shows a look at what the eventual game might be like, if and when it is released.

Check out the footage below:

Original Source: Transformers Universe Online Game In-Game Footage @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Nick Roche has tweeted some lineart for one of the prints that he will be selling at Auto Assembly 2013 this weekend. This print, titled "More than Meets the Bad Guys", showcases many of the villains featured in More than Meets the Eye over its first 19 issues - be warned, this print does include the villain from Remain in Light! Do not click on the thumbnail at left or the link above if you do not want the identity of the villain of this arc to be spoiled!

In a later tweet, Nick Roche has also teased a second print, "More than Meets the Feels". Lastly, Nick is polling interest in having more copies of last year's Lost Light crew print available at Auto Assembly 2013, which showcases the core cast of the first arc of More than Meets the Eye. If you want a copy, tweet Nick here to show your support!

Auto Assembly 2013 is taking place this weekend, 9 August - 11 August 2013 at the Hilton Metropole in Birmingham, England. As well as Nick Roche, guests include Neil Kaplan the voice of Robots in Disguise Optimus Prime, Dan Gilvezan the voice of Generation 1 Bumblebee, and Steve Blum the voice of Transformers Prime Starscream and Rescue Bots Heatwave, plus legendary Transformers comics writer Simon Furman, More than Meets the Eye writer James Roberts, and Andrew Wildman, Liam Shalloo, Ed Pirrie, Kat Nicholson, Jason Cardy, Kris Carter, John-Paul Bove and making their Auto Assembly debut, Andrew Griffith and Alex Milne! Find out more at the Auto Assembly homepage!

Original Source: Nick Roche More than Meets the Bad Guys Print at Auto Assembly 2013 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Transformers has enjoyed a partnership with General Motors throughout the first three live action movies, and that is a trend which looks set to continue with Transformers 4! According to MLive, this weekend 10-11 August 2013 will see the on-location shooting of Transformers 4 head to GM's Lansing Delta Township assembly plant. The plant is where the Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia and Buick Enclave crossovers are made. According to GM this might be the first of many GM locations to be used, suggesting that Transformers 4 might involve the auto maker like never before. As always time will tell!

Check out the original report on MLive by clicking here.

Original Source: Transformers 4 to film at GM's Lansing Delta Township plant @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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For our next gallery, we are bringing you a look at one of the most awaited Deluxe class toys Hasbro has released in their Generations line. Ever since the Classics line was revived as Universe, fans have eagerly awaited a Trailbreaker to complete their Classics set of original 1984 Autobots. Now at long last in the new IDW comic pack-in Generations series, Trailbreaker finally has his Classics toy! Renamed Trailcutter for trademark reasons (or because Whirl convinced him that having "breaker" in his name was a bad idea) the Autobot forcefield specialist is here to fill out a gap on those Classics Autobots shelves!

We'll get the negatives out the way first for this toy - yes, the vehicle mode is quite small or "compact" you might say, and yes, the robot mode is not quite as large as perhaps a Classics Trailbreaker ought to be. And yes, the torso has a small problem staying clicked in (but not like Generations Blitzwing levels of frustration). If you put that aside, though, ou have a very nicely designed Autobot for your collection. Trailcutter is solidly built, stout and free of extraneous vehicle bits in robot mode. A lot of his vehicle mass goes on his chest and arms, giving Trailcutter a heroic and well-built robot mode that nicely evokes a modern interpretation of the Generation 1 toy as well as the robot mode design featured in the More than Meets the Eye comics. Trailcutter's weapon is a shield / blaster hybrid that can store on the back to evoke the "two missiles on the shoulders" look of the Generation 1 toy. All in all, Trailcutter is a nicely designed Deluxe class toy, well-proportioned, spot on to the art, and extremely fun to play about with.

Enough of our rambling now - open the link below to check out our full gallery of Trailcutter to judge for yourself!

Generations Trailcutter Gallery

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

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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E-Hobby have also updated their preorder page for the Japanese Generations TG-29 Sandstorm with official images. The Japanese Sandstorm is notably a lot more orange, with the gun, cab and wings all done in orange plastic as opposed to the yellow or black they were in the US release. Other paint deco changes include some silver on the front bull-bars. Once again we have attached the images to this post for your perusal.

Original Source: Japanese Generations TG-29 Sandstorm Official Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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E-Hobby have updated their preorder page for the Japanese Generations TG-29 Megatron and Starscream Legends set with official pictures of the figures. The Japanese release of these Legends class toys gives Megatron a Generation 1 inspired deco rather than the IDW inspired deco of the US version. Starscream features a shinier deco and nul-ray blasters matched to the main figure's colors. Chop Shop is a darker shade looking more brown like the original Generation 1 toy, and Waspinator likewise has a modified deco with a more muted, shiny green on his body and a darker green on his arms. Check out the images attached to this news post.

Original Source: Japanese Generations TG-28 Legends Megatron and Starscream Official Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Takara-Tomy's Hisashi Yuki has tweeted some new in-hand images of Takara-Tomy's upcoming releases for the Japanese Generations line. His tweets include a shot of this month's Springer and Blitzwing in front of their boxes, along with some more images of the Japanese release of Metroplex, including one of Metroplex standing behind the Generations Legends Optimus Prime and Bumblebee figures, making them look very tiny indeed! We have mirrored these images on our post here - read on to check them out!

Original Source: Japanese Generations Metroplex, Springer and Blitzwing In-Hand Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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Cybertron.ca reports that the Toys R Us exclusive Masterpiece Soundwave has been spotted at Canadian retail.

For info on the latest releases in Canada check out the Canadian Transformers Sightings Forum on Cybertron.ca

Original Source: Transformers Masterpiece Soundwave Released at Canadian Retail @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tim Formas @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Boards member D-Drive has sent us the Diamond Comics shipping list for next Wednesday, August 14th. Shipping will be the big 30th Anniversary Collection Hardcover as well as the Dark Prelude trade paperback that captures the most recent six Spotlight issues.

TRANSFORMERS 30TH ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION HC
(W) Jim Sorenson (A) Various (CA) Alex Milne
It's a celebration 30 years in the making! Relive the landmark comics that helped define the legacy of TRANSFORMERS and read along with the creators that made these great comics as Jim Sorenson provides insight from a range of writers and artists that breathed life into the denizens of CYBERTRON. From Marvel to Dreamwave to IDW and other iterations in-between, this book is a must have for TF collectors!

TRANSFORMERS DARK PRELUDE TP
(W) Nick Roche & Various (A) Steve Kurth & Various (CA) Nick Roche
The Spotlight falls on Orion Pax, Thundercracker, Megatron, Bumblebee, Trailcutter, and Hoist in this collection of six individual stories that explain an important moment in each character's life. From the distant past to current events each story adds to Cybertronian lore.

Original Source: Diamond Comics Shipping List for August 14, 2013 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Next up in our series of galleries looking at the all-new IDW Comics series of Transformers Generations Deluxes is the lone Decepticon in the assortment, Megatron! This Megatron is based on the stealth bomber design the Decepticon leader sported from the "Return of the Decepticons" arc through to the conclusion of Chaos - a design which from its debut in the comics, fans have clamored for a toy of. Hasbro has heard the requests and has given fans what they asked for!

The IDW Generations Megatron is a very nicely designed figure. Cast mainly in black plastic, there is some glitter incorporated to give it a bit of sparkle and keep the toy from being too flat black. The black is broken up by two different tones of purple, and a few red highlights, used sparingly. It is a simple and entirely traditional Decepticon deco, and it works. Scale wise, Megatron is a modern Deluxe size, so a little smaller than his peers from a few years ago, but ignoring relative scale on the shelf - because after all, Transformers toy scale has always been subjective - and you have a toy whose design exudes menace. Megatron is tall and slender, yet broad shouldered. Like Trailbreaker, there is a lack of vehicle parts hanging off the robot mode, everything is ingeniously hidden, with the wingtips detaching and forming the railgun. Poseability is excellent, and Megatron can assume some of his truly iconic poses with ease. Overall, this is one of the best designed Deluxes to come out of Hasbro in the Generations line so far, and even if the size does bother you, I'd still recommend taking a look at this toy - it is very, very good and lots of fun to fiddle with.

Open the link below to check out our gallery and see for yourself:

Generations IDW Deluxe Megatron Gallery

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

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Roberto Orci, who along with Alex Kurtzman excutive produced Transforemers Prime, has taken part in a brief Q&A session with IGN and confirmed his involvement in the next Transformers show.

A key point of the discussion that will interest many of you is the statement about what is coming next. "It’s not really a reboot, it’s sort of a continuation of it [Transformers Prime] in a tonally different form." - Orci goes on to explain that this means they want to service the right audiences, they don't want to scare little kids the way Transformers Prime sometimes could. Essentially a parallel series that is "connected" but friendly to the family. In response to a follow-up question on this, Orci states that the look will be more kid-friendly, but the wit will still be there, it won't be any less entertaining or any less like Transformers, but they don't want to put off little kids with the series' intensity.

One thing that is interesting is that when asked if Transformers Prime as a story will be in continuity with this series, Roberto was non-committal, explaining that this very issue is currently under discussion - so while not a complete reboot, it sounds as though the new series being a direct sequel is equally not confirmed.

Watch this space for more news!

Original Source: Roberto Orci on what's next for Transformers after Transformers Prime @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The next Transformers Legends game event has been announced! Next up is "War Dawn", which does not feature the Aerialbots or Orion Pax, disappointingly. It instead takes war in the other sense and gives us Combaticons! Vortex, Blast Off and Swindle are featured in this event as the special episode cards, and they will be facing off against an elite Autobot squad of spies and specialists led by Mirage, and featuring Trailcutter and Cliffjumper! This event kicks off today and runs through to next Tuesday August 13th. Check out the full text of the announcement after the break.

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

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Some new images of ToyWorld's Brainwave (unofficial version of Brainstorm) have been posted online, showing off the colors of this unlicensed Headmaster. Brainwave takes a few liberties with the Brainstorm design, offering up one designed in the same vein as the original Brainstorm, but with a slew of its own unique touches. Check out all the images which came to us via Aces Toy Store attached to this post.

Original Source: ToyWorld Brainwave Unlicensed Brainstorm Color Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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A new trailer for Dark of the Moon Optimus Prime has been released. Prime Toys have released their own unofficial version of the trailer which transforms into the circular weapons rack from the opening battle at Chernobyl in Transformers Dark of the Moon. This version can mount the numerous accessories of a Leader Class Revenge of the Fallen / Dark of the Moon Optimus Prime on the central ring, including the Jetwing pack at the top. Please remember though this one is not an officially licensed product from Hasbro or Takara-Tomy.

If you are interested, the trailer is currently listed on several eBay auctions, such as this one where the pictures are taken from.

Original Source: Prime Toys Dark of the Moon Optimus Prime Trailer @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.