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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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TFcon is very pleased to welcome voice actor Venus Terzo the voice of Blackarachnia in Beast Wars and Beast Machines to TFcon Chicago 2014.

Venus will be taking part in Q&A panels and signing for the attendees of the America’s largest fan-run Transformers convention all weekend long.

TFcon Chicago – America's largest fan-run Transformers convention will take place October 24th to 26th, 2014 at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare – 9300 Bryn Mawr Avenue, Rosemont, Illinois to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Transformers. You can book your discounted room now via the TFcon 2014 hotel reservation website. Online registration is now available for TFcon Chicago 2014. You can follow the Admission/Registration/Ticket Information link to purchase your advance tickets.

TFcon Chicago 2014 features a huge dealer room for Transformers merchandise, question and answer panels and autograph sessions with many special guests including ALAN OPPENHEIMER the voices of Warpath, Beachcomber, Breakdown and Seaspray in Transformers Generation 1 well as the voices of Skeletor, Man-At-Arms and Mer-Man from He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, in addition to DAN GILVEZAN best known as the voice of the Autobot Bumblebee in the original Transformers cartoon as well as the voice of Peter Parker/Spider-Man in the 1981 animated series, Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends. He also voiced Goldbug, Hot Spot, Outback, Rollbar, Scamper, Skids and Snapdragon in Transformers Generation 1. AARON ARCHER former Hasbro VP, toy designer and creative lead for all Transformers partnerships. JAMES ROBERTS writer of Transformers More Than Meets The Eye. Transformers Comic Book artists ALEX MILNE, SARAH STONE, ANDREW GRIFFITH and LIVIO RAMONDELLI. More guests TBA.

Original Source: Venus Terzo the voice of Blackarachnia to attend TFcon Chicago 2014 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Deadline is reporting that The Hub, a joint venture with Discovery Networks and Hasbro, is no more. The channel will be re-branded in "Discovery: XYZ" fashion, most likely Discovery Family. They will also be taking a larger stake of the channel by acquiring Hasbro shares. Hasbro will retain some interest and continue to provide programming from 9 AM - 3 PM, so we should still see Transformers and other programming on the station. Whether or not they will also get prime time slots for first run episodes, not mentioned here. Check the full details over at Deadline and discuss on the forums!

Original Source: The Hub No More - Discovery to Rebrand the Hub and Take Larger Stake @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: StayingInTheBox @ TFW2005.com

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Sad news to report today as Buster Jones, the voice actor known to Transformers fans for his role as Generation 1 Blaster, has passed away at the age of 71. This news comes way via Noblemania. Buster Jones was also known for his work as Black Vulcan on Superfriends and Winston Zeddemore on The Real Ghostbusters. Some fans were fortunate enough to meet Buster Jones at BotCon 2012 where he shared some of Blaster's most memorable lines with hundreds of Transformers fans.

Your contribution to this franchise will always be remembered. Rest in peace Buster Jones.

Original Source: Buster Jones (Voice Actor for G1 Blaster) Passed Away (1943-2014) @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: SilverOptimus @ TFW2005.com

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Transformers: Legends event Only Human is now live.

Event Synopsis:
RODIMUS, ULTRA MAGNUS, SPRINGER and ARCEE foil VICTOR DRATH’S attempt to steal the powerful, but volatile, Newtronium. DRATH, fed up with their constant interference, calls on the mercenary OLD SNAKE for help.

VICTOR DRATH lures the AUTOBOTS into a trap, and using OLD SNAKE’S technology, transfers their minds into the bodies of synthoids. OLD SNAKE convinces DRATH to use the now-mindless AUTOBOTS as weapons, by outfitting them with controls.

Meanwhile, as the RODIMUS and his friends get used to their new bodies, they learn that DRATH and OLD SNAKE are going to use their bodies to blow up AUTOBOT CITY. It is now a race against time, as the now-human AUTOBOTS try to warn the city and stop VICTOR DRATH’S forces.

Will the AUTOBOTS reclaim their bodies, or will they be trapped in them forever? Will OLD SNAKE be able to help VICTOR DRATH destroy AUTOBOT CITY and claim his revenge? Find out on TRANSFORMERS: LEGENDS – “ONLY HUMAN”!

Also, we want to wish a Happy 30th Birthday to Transformers!

Note: A bug has been identified where the stats of this event's EVO cards are underpowered. Mobage/DeNA is working on a fix.

Original Source: Transformers: Legends Game Event - Only Human @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: StayingInTheBox @ TFW2005.com

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Hat tip to TFW2005 boards member PoweredConvoy for linking us to a new promo image for the newest Transformers Cloud figures: Roadbuster and Hellwarp. The promo image found on the TakaraTomy Mall's home page not only gives us another look at the Takara exclusive repaints, but also provides a preorder window of September 24 - November 4, 2014. As with past releases, several of TFW's sponsors may also carry these figures.

As a reminder of who these characters are and what their paint schemes represent, Roadbuster is a Transformers Energon Ironhide themed repaint. He'll be the fourth release of TakaraTomy Mall exclusives.

Hellwarp is a little more obscure, but TFW's very own Sol Fury provides a great summary of who Hellwarp is: Hellwarp is a completely new, non-homage character, there was a Hellscream in 1998's Beast Wars Second, who was a remold of Cybershark to represent an evolved version of that show's Starscream. Hellwarp is a similar concept - a recolored version of Generations Skybyte to represent a cyborg shark evolution of skywarp. To top it off, the mohawk head that using the Skybyte mold gives Skywarp just might be a reference to Transformers Armada Skywarp, who also had a fin on his head. Hellwarp is the E-Hobby exclusive of the fourth set of Cloud releases.

Check it out after the jump and discuss away!

Original Source: Transformers Cloud Roadbuster and Hellwarp New Image @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: StayingInTheBox @ TFW2005.com

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RovioMobile updated their

with a brand new Angry Birds Transformers clip, this time showing off the Foreman Pig as Lockdown! Lockdown is seen in his Age of Extinction movie form, this time with the ability to show off a few dance moves. Check it out below!

Original Source: Angry Birds Transformers: Foreman Pig as Lockdown Video @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: StayingInTheBox @ TFW2005.com

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The Transformers Collector's Club updated their homepage with the fifth reveal of the TFSS 3.0. Today's reveal is the Transformers/G.I. Joe crossover Serpent O.R.!

From the TCC's press release: The Transformers Collectors' Club Figure Subscription Service (TFSS) for version 3.0 is at the half way point, and we only have two reveals left! A very interesting figure that has appeal to fans of both Transformers and G.I. Joe, this character is a mix of the greatest military minds from throughout human history meshed with Cybertronian technology - Serpent O.R.!

Check out the new image after the jump and if you're interested, head over to the Transformers Collectors Club homepage to find out more and sign up for the third year of the TCC figure subscription service, which will feature in addition to Serpent O.R., Carzap with G.B. Blackrock Kreon, Tarantulas, a Generation 2 Starscream, Krok with Gatoraider, and Nacelle.

Original Source: TCC Figure Subscription Service Serpent O.R. New Image @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Takara-Tomy have begun to update their website to show off the next few releases in their Transformers Legends line. Swarp aka Swerve, Tailgate and Brainstorm now have thumbnail images on the release listing for the line, although there's no full images in the Takara-Tomy product catalog - yet.

What we can see from the images are that Swerve and Tailgate both feature some darker colors compared to their US releases - Swerve has a darker maroon closer to his original tone, and Tailgate's teal is also darker. His chest has some silver on it, and there's an Autobot symbol on the torso.

Brainstorm meanwhile has a much more detailed deco - lots more painted details on the torso including some silver on the torso and red and silver on the chest wings.

Keep it TFW for more news as it emerges - we expect Takara-Tomy will release full images of these three fairly soon.

Original Source: Takara-Tomy Legends Swerve, Tailgate and Brainstorm Decos Teased @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: StayingInTheBox @ TFW2005.com

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Original Source: Robot Kingdom Newsletter #1240 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: StayingInTheBox @ TFW2005.com

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Let's get this weekend started off right! How about some brand new images of that one talked about Masterpiece figure: Star Saber! The Transformers TakaraTomy Twitter page tweeted some new images this morning revealing more details about Star Sabers weaponry. With the help of Google Translate and the images provided we see even more detail and features emerge about this Masterpiece figure:

Google Translate - [ Star Saber information ② ] Saber Sword , comes with blade and handle parts of small for Saber . You can also change the orientation of the blade and two-handed in putting the blue grip parts . The storage of the OK ☆ jets also made ​​to have it with a blade longer to handle small it is also possible ! pic.twitter.com/LESIlhwvTN

Be sure to make the jump to see the new images of the swords and let TFW know how excited you are for Masterpiece Star Saber!

Original Source: Masterpiece MP-24 Star Saber More New Images - Sword Details @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: StayingInTheBox @ TFW2005.com

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Independent group Mastermind Creations has revealed new images of Zinnia via Planet Steel Express, part of the Reformatted Fembot series. Zinnia is based on the Generation 1 character Paradron Medic, part of a group of pacifist Autobots who left Cybertron to escape the Great War.

Zinnia is shown in what appears to be a close to final product, also revealing her accessories which have the appearance of blasters, but could potentially be more character fitting surgical tools. Along with the new images, we have a new release date as well, which is scheduled for November 5, 2014.

Check it out after the jump and hit the discussion link below to discuss in the TFW2005 forums!

Original Source: Mastermind Creations Zinnia ("Paradron Medic") - New Images and Release Date @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ TFW2005.com

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New images have been posted up over at Toys R Us for an exclusive Transformers: Age of Extinction DVD with Exclusive Kre-O box set. There was not much information included with the Pre-Order but we do have the image that was included with the new store listing.

Check out the new Transformers: Age of Extinction DVD with Exclusive Kre-O Box Set images after the jump.

Original Source: Transformers: Age of Extinction DVD with Exclusive Kre-O Box Set @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: StayingInTheBox @ TFW2005.com

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Artist Marcelo Matere, known for several pieces of work including an extensive profile of Transformers, just dropped a bit of teaser that is sure to send a corner of the Transformers Fandom into a frenzy! On Marcelo's twitter page earlier today, he revealed that he is "Working on Transformers Animated again. News soon!"

Marcelo has worked with Transformers Animated in the past, most notably his cover work with The AllSpark Almanacs. What does his tweet suggest to you? Are we seeing a new comic book run? Another edition of the The AllSpark Almanac?

Keep it locked here on TFW2005 as more news breaks on this Animated announcement! For now, speculate away!

Original Source: Transformers Animated Seeing a Return? @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Tempting Toys and Collectibles sent over a sponsor update, check it out below:

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Original Source: Tempting Collectibles Update 9/19/2014 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: StayingInTheBox @ TFW2005.com

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We continue to be surprised with new reveals and features from the Transformers Masterpiece toy line. Earlier this morning we learned even more about MP Star Saber and now it's Wheeljack's turn to surprise us, which was just recently released in Japan.

Weibo user ZEUX1S shared with us an interesting reveal when Wheeljack's head sculpt was disassembled, showing off a strong resemblance to the Animated Wheeljack's head design. TFW2005 board member GogDog put together a side by side image of MP and Animated Wheeljack's heads showing what appears to be a mustache on the Masterpiece figure among other shared characteristics, similar to the Animated design.

Coincidence? A nod to Animated fans by the Takara designers? We'll let you be the judge, so hit the discussion link below!

Original Source: Masterpiece MP-20 Wheeljack - Hidden Face Reveal? @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Deadshirt.net has posted a long and in-depth interview with the writer of IDW's Transformers VS G.I. Joe series, Tom Scioli. This interview covers a lot of the creative process behind the crossover, from inspirations to the involvement of Hasbro and IDW Publishing - and indeed there is also an answer to the question "how long does this plan to carry on for" - the answer being that Tom Scioli "could do this indefinitely".

Check out the full interview at Deadshirt!

Original Source: Tom Scioli Transformers VS G.I. Joe Interview on creating a crossover @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Takara-Tomy's LA-13 Battle Attack Nemesis Prime has just been released in Japan - and it comes with a flyer that shows off the next major Japan-only release in all its glory. AD-31 "Ultimate" Optimus Prime is a heavily remolded version of the Leader class mold, featuring a premium paint job, reworked weapons, remolded chest and head, and new arms. This is the first time we've seen the figure fully painted - check it out!

Original Source: Takara-Tomy AD-31 Ultimate Optimus Prime New Image @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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E-Hobby have updated their site with a preorder page for the Transformers Cloud Hellwarp. This figure - a redeco of Generations Sky-Byte in Skywarp colors - is exclusive to E-Hobby and looks as sharp as the inspiration behind the deco is convoluted. Check out the new images attached to this post.

Original Source: Transformers Cloud Hellwarp Official Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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For our next gallery, it's time to bring on the big guy! Generations Jetfire is this year's high-end offering in the Generations line, and like Metroplex before him, he stands as a testament to how Hasbro genuinely does care about the fans.

Generations Jetfire is a very faithful update of the original Jetfire / Skyfire from Generation 1. He blends in elements of the original toy with the non-Robotech infringing animation model, effectively transforming from a very Generation 1 fighter jet to a very sharp version of the robot mode from the cartoon. He's a big and chunky toy, with great poseability. For accessories, Jetfire has a missile launching rifle plus detachable armor and boosters (none of which needs to come off for transformation - a great touch). He's also got a visor which can be removed to reveal the original head from the animation model - and when that visor is on, it lines up perfectly with the robot eyes underneath.

All in all, this Generations Jetfire is a great toy who makes a fantastic 30th birthday present to Transformers fans. He is for the moment the definitive version of Jetfire which for us hits all the right notes. Greatly recommended - check out our gallery of almost 200 pictures and see for yourself:

Generations Jetfire Gallery

Original Source: TFW's Generations Jetfire In-Hand Gallery @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Our sponsors TFSource have sent us some new images of the Warbotron WB-03A "not-Afterburner". This figure will be the first entry into Warbotron's second gestalt, an unofficial Computron. We've also thrown in a couple of vehicle mode shots from Weibo user wangjiaodongman.

He's due out next month alongside the fourth of the Warbotron Combaticons. If you're collecting Warbotron, get ready - it's going to be a pricey month!

Original Source: Warbotron WB-03A Unofficial Afterburner New Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Mechafire @ TFW2005.com

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TFW2005 boards member cdavid3 has dropped by to let us know that he sighted the Transformers Generations Legends Gears and Acid Storm figures at a Target in Fremont, CA.

Keep an eye out for these little guys at your local retailers if you're interested in them!

Original Source: Generations Legends Gears & Acid Storm Sighted at US Retail @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Amazon has put up a pair of listings for two new IDW Transformers trade paperbacks. The first of these, due March 3 2015, is the expected collected edition for Transformers: Primacy - the third Flint Dille penned miniseries telling the tale of the early years of the war on Cybertron, the first two issues of which are available now.

The second of the trade paperbacks is perhaps the more shocking. Coming completely out of the left field is Transformers Classics Volume 8. This one is due on March 10, 2015. It collects the Transformers Universe profile books that Marvel published in 1986 which covered the cast and characters of the first three years of the Transformers toyline. Also collected in this volume are the character biographies that were published in issues #47-49, 56-72, and 74-79 of the Marvel US run. Topping off the collection is the original four issue G.I. Joe and the Transformers crossover miniseries.

There's no cover art for either of these yet - watch this space for more updates.

Original Source: IDW Transformers Trade Paperbacks for March 2015 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Mechafire @ TFW2005.com

[quote]IDW Transformers artist Sarah Stone has posted the Transformers: Robots in Disguise #33 30th Anniversary cover up on her Tumblr. The cover features none other than fan-favorite Last Stand of the Wreckers character Ironfist/Fisitron:

<i>30th Anniverssary Cover (3 of 3)! The previous two I did are here and here. This ended up being a very emotional part of Last Stand of the Wreckers for me, so here’s my tribute. Thank you again, IDW, for allowing me to participate in TF’s 30th birthday.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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It's Emergency Tuesday Pizza Time with Vangelus and Seth Buzzard on another installment of WTF@TFW!!

You can download and comment on it here: WTF @ TFW - Episode 321

And if you want to hear some lengthy Age of Extinction roundtable discussion, check out our long-delayed WTF @ Age of Extinction podcast!
WTF @ Age of Extinction - July 18 2014

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 321 now online @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The Protectobots multipacks have now been found at retail in Asia. These releases - which we suspect might be Asia exclusive - have been found at a Toys R Us in Sunway Pyramid, Malaysia.

The five Protectobots are represented across the two multipacks, using a variety of older molds. The Evac Squad set features Hot Spot and Blades, with repainted from United Artfire (which combined the Classics Grapple crane with the Inferno body) and Blades repainted from Revenge of the Fallen Blazemaster. The Emergency Response set repurposes Transformers Prime Ratchet as First Aid, Beast Hunters Prowl as Streetwise / Streetsmart and the Cyberverse Legion Arcee as Groove.

A big thanks goes to TFW2005 member Wildstrikes for the news tip.

Original Source: Protectobots Evac Squad & Emergency Rescue Sets released in Malaysia @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.