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Originally posted by: Mechafire @ TFW2005.com

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Courtesy of Apple's iBooks website, we have a three page preview of More than Meets the Eye (Dark Cybertron, Part 8).

"CYBERTRON FALLS! The monstrous NECROTITAN ravages the world—but is there anyone left to save it? Meanwhile, in deep space, ULTRA MAGNUS and the crew of the LOST LIGHT struggle to make sense of what they find in the depths of the scarlet sea!"

The full comic will be released on February 5, 2014. But for now, check out the preview after the jump!

Original Source: More than Meets the Eye #26 - Dark Cybertron Part 8 - iBooks Preview @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We'd heard reports of "early 2014", we'd heard rumors of a January premiere that was pushed back to February, but today, Hub Network has finally provided us with a date for the premiere of Transformers Rescue Bots season 2! Rescue Bots is set to return with all new episodes of the young-audiences Transformers show on March 1st. If you're a fan with young ones or just a fan of the uncomplicated heroics of the series, be sure to check it out!

Original Source: Transformers Rescue Bots Season 2 Premieres March 1st @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Amazon has officially listed the Transformers 4 First Edition Optimus Prime figure. It retails for $59.99, features chrome detailing, has a flip open box, and ships February 4th. Check out pics after the break and order yours here:

Transformers Movie 4 Optimus Prime Action Figure, First Edition on Amazon.

Original Source: Transformers 4 Age of Extinction First Edition Optimus Prime @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Mobage have announced the next event for their Transformers Legends game. The next event, kicking off today, is titled "Til All Are One". As you might see from the artwork from their Facebook page, this one is based on Transformers the Movie and features the chaos bringer himself, Unicron, in his Transformers Legends debut.

But that's not all - because the chosen one of the Matrix looks to be rising up to face him. Arise, Rodimus Prime!

Find out more about Mobage's Transformers Legends game at the Transformers Legends game homepage.

Original Source: Transformers Legends Game - Til All Are One @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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Courtesy of TFW2005's sister site Cybertron.CA's member Hellboy, we have received word that the Transformers Generations Voyager Wave 5 has been released in Canada. This sighting of Wave 5 (Which includes Rhinox and Doubledealer) was spotted at a Toys R Us in Ontario.

Have a sighting you'd like to share with your fellow fans? Swing on by TFW2005's very own Sightings Subforum, of if you're up in Canada check out Cybertron.CA for Canada-specific sightings threads and more.

(News story image courtesy of TFW2005 Administator Sol Fury's gallery of Generations Voyager Rhinox.)

Original Source: Generations Voyager Wave 5 Released In Canadian Retail @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: TunaKaan @ TFW2005.com

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Just when you thought a filming is over, they're back for additional shooting. That's exactly what happened with Transformers 4 Age of Extinction.

According to ECNS, China.org.cn learned that the crew was back to China on this Monday to shoot some new scenes in Wulong Karst National Park.

Here are some interesting snippets from the article about the filming;

''At that time Bay once told China.org.cn, "The scene we shoot here (Wulong) is a very heroic scene with autobot leader Optimus Prime, it's a very exciting and big scene.''

Due to the recent script alterations, the crew was forced to once again visit the Three Natural Bridges scenery of Fairy Maiden Town in Wulong County on Monday, and used two helicopters to get several grand aerial shots of the tiankengs (giant dolines) and naturally formed bridges on Tuesday and Wednesday. The scenes they shot will be used in "Transformers 4" to add visual impact.''

You can read the full article here. Stay tuned with TFW2005 for the best movie news.

Original Source: Transformers 4 Age of Extinction Back to China for Reshoots @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Third and final day of UK Toy Fair 2014 began two hours ago and we already have new Transformers Toy and Merchandise info.

Since we have an entire day ahead of us, more news will follow and you can visit this news post to check for more new info later. We will update as the day progresses.

Today we learn more info regarding:

• Nikko's Transformers: Age Of Extinction R/C Vehicle Range
• Transformers Board Games

Checkout more info, after the jump.

Original Source: UK Toy Fair 2014 Day 3 Transformers Toy & Merchandise News @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: StayingInTheBox @ TFW2005.com

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Continuing the trend of unexpected 3rd Party news, 3rd party company MakeToys has dropped some in-package images of their add-on kit for Platinum Omega Supreme. The pictures come via Mr. Elljay on Twitter and show off the packaging art as well as some in-hand shots of the actual figure and add-on.

No pre-orders up yet, but check out the images after the jump to see how your Platinum Omega Supreme can achieve the more traditional G1 look!

Original Source: MakeToys Armageddon Add-On Kit for Platinum Omega Supreme - In-package Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Mechafire @ TFW2005.com

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Courtesy of a press release on Zap2it, we now have titles and descriptions for the first two episodes of Rescue Bots' second season! The season premieres Saturday, March 1 on the Hub.

Check it out after the jump.

Original Source: Transformers Rescue Bots Season 2 Episodes 1 & 2 Titles and Descriptions @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Mechafire @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to TF Upgrader's Facebook page, we have our first in-package image of MakeToys Trash-Talk & Cogwheel! They look to be coming as a two-pack.

Trash-Talk is based on the popular IDW More than Meets the Eye Swerve character, while Cogwheel is a remold of him into Gears.

In a bit of news that should make all MTMTE fans smile, it appears that MakeToys has listened to fans' requests and are creating Swerve's almighty My First Blaster as an accessory! It is not known if it will be sold separately or included with the two-pack.

Check it out in the attached image!

Original Source: MakeToys Trash-Talk/IDW Swerve & Cogwheel/Gears In-Package Image - My First Blaster Accessory! @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: StayingInTheBox @ TFW2005.com

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The Loyal Subjects have put up pre-orders for their latest release of 3 inch vinyl figures. This two-pack of Soundwave (in Soundblaster colors) and Grimlock (in a black and gold deco) is priced at $29.99 and limited to 700 pieces. Pre-orders are listed to start shipping in three weeks.

Original Source: The Loyal Subjects Soundwave and Grimlock Cybertron Two-Pack @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Mechafire @ TFW2005.com

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Coming to us via the TFCC's Twitter, we have our first in-hand images of Subscription Service 2.0 Thrustinator's robot mode! These photos give us a good look at the figure, as well as his new head sculpt. He's a remold of the previously Japan-only Beast Wars Second Dirgegun, himself a remold of the original Waspinator toy.

Check them out after the jump and discuss on the boards!

Original Source: TFCC Figure Subscription Service 2.0 Thrustinator Robot Mode Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: ORIO @ TFW2005.com

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No, this has nothing to do with the reshoots… but everything to do with chocolate deliciousness that is Oreo.

There is a new casting call for a Transformers: Age Of Extinction commercial promoting Oreo cookies.

Oreo/Transformers

Casting talent in Miami for Oreo commercial for Transformers4. Seeking males and females, all ethnicities, ages 18-65.

Casting for
All Models and Talent
Begins on: Wed 22 January , 2014 Location: Miami , Florida , United States

Section(s)

• Woman in Car: Female Ages 20-30 African American, Ethnically Ambiguous
• Young Mom: Female Ages 30-45 Caucasian
• Truck Driver: Male Ages 45-70 Caucasian, Hispanic

Product Placement is not uncommon these days and this isn’t the first time Oreos were mentioned in a Michael Bay Transformers movie. On Transformers: Revenge Of The Fallen, Agent Simmons had this to say: "Here, take one of these pills and slip it under your tongue. It's the high concentrate Polymer they put in Oreo cookies. It flukes the polygraph every time."

Original Source: Casting For Transformers 4 Age Of Extinction Oreo Commercial @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Hisashi Yuki has been sharing some new in-hand images of the soon to be released in Japan Optimus EX Prime. These new images show Optimus EX Prime merged with the leaders of the Samurai and Shinobi teams, Kenzan and Gekisomaru.

The three robots combine in two different ways - Optimus EX Prime forms the core of the combination in both cases, with Kenzan and Gekisomaru swapping whether they are the upper or lower bodies. When Kenzan forms the upper body, the resulting combination is known as Daikenzan, when Gekisomaru forms the upper body with its lion headed chest, the combo is called Daigekiso. The naming scheme echoes classic Japanese robot shows where the ultimate combination would be called "Great" or something similar; Dai in this context basically means king.

Check out the images of these ultimate super robot Transformer combinations attached to this story.

Original Source: Transformers Go! Optimus EX Prime combined with Kenzan and Gekisomaru Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Takara-Tomy have updated their online product catalog with official images of their versions of Transformers Generations Rhinox and Waspinator. Takara-Tomy's versions of both toys feature metallic paint apps, which look sharp although some might find the shiny metallic beast modes to be a detractor.

Check out the images attached to this post.

Original Source: Takara-Tomy Japanese Generations Waspinator and Rhinox @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The Entertainment Earth preorder page for the Transformers 30th Anniversary Minifigures has been updated with an image of the 15 figures in the set. The 15 figure set has five characters from the Generation 1, Movie and Transformers Prime series. There's versions of Optimus Prime, Megatron, Ratchet and Starscream from each series, with a Generation 1 Soundwave, Movie Sentinel Prime and Prime Bulkhead rounding out the set. Check out the image and see what you think of these licensed figures by Goldie International.

Updated with close up of figures and packaging.

Original Source: Transformers 30th Anniversary Minifigures Image @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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For our next advance look at one of the upcoming Transformers Generations Deluxe class figures, we bring you Skywarp! This latest Skywarp is the much-awaited Fall of Cybertron Starscream redeco to round out the set of War for Cybertron / Fall of Cybertron Seekers.

By now if you have had the pleasure of owning the one of the four previous outings for this toy, you'll know what to expect. Skywarp's mold is a futuristic jet that turns into a robot with big, solid legs that help the robot to balance really well, and he's got enough poseability in the arms and the legs to strike a good range of poses. He's a good solid toy, and the deco is what really makes this release. This Generations Skywarp sports a full sleek black and purple deco, iconic Skywarp colors, and they fit the mold like a glove. Takara-Tomy's own Skywarp looked good, and still does, but this version is the more readily identifiable as Skywarp.

Overall it's a sharp deco on a nice fun toy, a must for Skywarp fans or fans wanting a set of Cybertronian Seekers based on High Moon Studios' videogames. Check out the gallery to see the awesome deco for yourself:

Generations Skywarp Gallery

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

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Artist Robert Atkins has shared some artwork of a double page cover he recently did for IDW Publishing. The artwork is for retailer incentive covers for Transformers Regeneration 1 issue 100 and G.I. Joe A Real American Hero issue 200. The pair of covers together form a crossover battle scene where Transformers and G.I. Joe meet together in the first time by IDW Publishing - but not the last, since the ongoing Transformers / G.I. Joe crossover series launches later this year!

Check out the full artwork and inks here, and check out the initial line art to see how this awesome piece of artwork evolved!

G.I. Joe fans, be sure to visit our sister site Hiss Tank for more G.I. Joe news and discussion!

Original Source: Transformers Regeneration 1 issue 100 and G.I. Joe A Real American Hero 200 Exclusive Covers @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Japanese retailer Bic Camera have updated their website with a page for the recently revealed Japanese Generations Grimlock redeco. The redeco is named Fireblast Grimlock, and gives the mighty Dinobot commander a magma-themed deco with a black torso and red limbs.

Generations Fireblast Grimlock is a dual homage - his name as well as the red lines on the black are inspired by the Transformers Animated Activators Fireblast Grimlock, with the comparison on these two being most obvious in the robot mode. However in dinosaur mode you might notice the silver on the tyrannosaur head - that, and the weapons particularly, reference the Transformers Super Link Dinobot Magma Type, which had a US variant under Transformers Energon named Doomlock.

According to the order page, Generations Fireblast Grimlock is due for a release on 29th March, with a retail price of 4,780 yen.

Original Source: Bic Camera Exclusive Generations Fireblast Grimlock @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: TunaKaan @ TFW2005.com

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Original Source: Robot Kingdom Newsletter #1276 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Takara-Tomy have updated their Transformers website with details and images of the exclusive Japanese Generations Fireblast Grimlock and Thundercracker.

Fireblast Grimlock as we posted earlier is a Bic Camera exclusive and homages the Transformers Animated Activator Fireblast Grimlock (and Super Link Dinobot Magma Type).

Thundercracker much like the Japanese Transformers Prime Thundercracker is also an exclusive and features paint apps not present on the US release. He's exclusive to Yamada Denki, Best Denki and Yodobashi Camera.

Both Fireblast Grimlock and Thundercracker are set to be released in Japan in late March 2014.

Original Source: Takara-Tomy Generations Fireblast Grimlock and Thundercracker Website Update @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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Aaron Archer is an illustrator and creative professional who spent over 18 years at Hasbro, Inc. designing for toy brands like TRANSFORMERS, GI Joe, STAR WARS Episode One, and various Batman lines. Aaron worked on the TRANSFORMERS brand for over 13 years, collaborating with Takara/Tomy on hundreds of toys. Aaron acted as the Creative Lead for all TRANSFORMERS partnerships including four feature films, four video games, five animated series, theme park rides, and countless publishing projects. In 2013 Aaron retired from Hasbro in order to pursue independent projects. You can check out some of his art here: http://archermonster.deviantart.com/

At TFcon Toronto 2014 fans will have the opportunity to interact with Mr. Archer for the first time since his retirement from Hasbro via Q&A Panels as well as one on one on the exhibitor floor.

Save the dates! TFcon Toronto – The world's largest fan-run Transformers convention will take place July 11th to 13th, 2014. TFcon will return to the Delta Meadowvale Hotel and Conference Centre to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Transformers. You can book your discounted room now via the 2014 hotel reservation website.

Original Source: Aaron Archer to attend TFcon Toronto 2014 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: StayingInTheBox @ TFW2005.com

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Emiliano Santalucia updated his blog today with design art for Generations Cosmos and Mini-Con partner Payload.

Mr. Santalucia went on to say the following about the sketches:

Time from another of my Transformers Generations figure designs!
Transformers Generations Legends Class Cosmos and Payload! These were done at the same time of Rhinox and Waspinator, but as the last ones. There was very little time to complete them so I had to rush just rough pencil sketch. Overall, they are the ones that turned out to be more different in the final product, especially Payload which Alt Mode was changed. I guess it was also due to the technical needs of the figures.
But lots of the details remained the same!
Next time, Rattrap!

Keep the awesome posts coming Mr. Santalucia!

Original Source: Emiliano Santalucia Shares Sketches For Generations Cosmos and Payload @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Secretcode @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to TFW2005 user Icespark, we now have news that Masterpiece Prowl will be getting a stateside release through Toys R Us. The currently listed price in Toys R Us computer systems (item number 115253) have him listed at $59.99, although that is subject to change.

As this is just an inventory listing, there are no images or additional information (such as release date, paint job, or accessories) at this time. Be sure to keep it here on TFW2005 as we bring you the latest news as it happens.

(News story image is courtesy of TFW2005's Takara Masterpiece Prowl gallery.)

Original Source: Masterpiece Prowl coming to North America as Toys R Us Exclusive @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Thanks to user daimchoc via Dogimus Prime, we have a look at Toys "R" Us listings for the Transformers: Age of Extinction toyline. We've seen the product list before, and generally knew the street date, but confirmation from the TRU system seems to give us a concrete street date of 5/17/2014. Start saving, and stay tuned for product reveals leading up to and at Toy Fair 2014!

Original Source: Transformers 4 Age of Extinction Toyline Release Date: 5/17/2014 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.