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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Simon Furman has shared one last early Christmas present with us from the dark period surrounding the Dreamwave bankruptcy - a summary of Generation 1 Volume 3 Issue 14, which was never scripted. The issue, a self-contained story dealing with Jetfire, would have served as a link between The War Within and the ongoing series. And, as they say, you will not believe the conclusion!

Click here to check out a very cool self-contained story that never was.

Original Source: Dreamwave Generation 1 Ongoing Issue 14 Summary @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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SURGEON GENERAL'S NOTICE:

Podcast frontman Vangelus recorded this episode so sleep-deprived and ridden with fever-hallucinations from a serious viral infection, portions of the episode may present a health hazard to listeners who have not recently received a flu innoculation.

Aaron, Omegus, and Protoman have been moved to quarantine.

You can download and comment on it here: WTF @ TFW - Episode 126

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 126 Now online @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Paramount Pictures UK is informing that they have launched the Official Transformers: Dark of the Moon Facebook Page.

Those who were connected to the previous Revenge of the Fallen UK, knows how well that page was managed. There were trailers, “making of” videos, posters, UK premiere photos and various competitions for the fans including the “Create-A-UK Transformer”.

It’s time to start the fun all over again.

No word yet from the US side. The ROTF US Facebook Page still acts as the page for the third movie, but they too might join later.

Having a Facebook account is necessary to view most of the content, but don’t worry… TFW2005 will update you all by posting the contents here.

Original Source: Paramount Pictures UK Launches Transformers: Dark of the Moon Official Facebook Page @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

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The CYBERGUNDAM BLOG has posted a scan from the latest issue of Figure King showing us new images of Masterpiece Rodimus Convoy. Shown are the:

• Box
• Instruction pamphlet cover
• Filecard(front/back)
• Base

More images after the jump!

Original Source: Figure King Masterpiece Rodimus Scan @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The packaging copy for the Transformers Dark of the Moon Voyager Class Megatron toy leaked earlier today, however, the images are being removed at request of Hasbro, and therefore we will not host them here and would ask all of our loyal readers to do the same and not rehost or link to the images.

What we can tell you, though, is that the leaked packaging confirms a new Voyager Class Ironhide is in the works, complete with a suitably huge gun. There's only a small robot mode image, but he looks very cool and is sure to please fans.

The packaging copy also reveals the secrets of the Mechtech gimmick. Mechtech, or more properly, the Mechtech Weapons System, is a continuation and development of the recent trend in cross-compatible weapons - the weapons are advertised as working with any Transformer featuring the Mechtech logo, and the additional tagline "create new weapons with Mechtech combinations", suggesting that weapons and toys will have a variety of sockets, hardpoints and other connectors to allow them to equip a variety of weapons.

It's also worth noting that the weapons themselves appear to transform. That arm cannon on the leaked Megatron images? It's not fully transformed. It can in fact unfurl into a much larger and more devastating looking cannon, a weapon truly worthy of the Decepticon leader...

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Ironhide and MechTech Descriptions @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: TM2 D-bot @ TFW2005.com

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If your Kup keeps slagging the rest of your TF shelf, third part manufacturer i-Gear has his dosage ready. A while back on their Facebook, a competition was held giving fans a chance to choose out of two prototype heads one which would be released as an upgrade for Sergeant Kup. We now show you the winner after the jump. Will you be picking the release up, or are you happy with the Hasbro release?

Original Source: iGear Prototype Sergeant Kup Cy-Gar Noggin Revealed @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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It's Christmas! said the caption. And "so what" said Starscream! I don't know if this personal favorite Starscream moment from the UK Marvel Generation 1 comic covers will be included in next week's Best of Starscream volume, but according to the listing, the volume does contain his darkest and most telling moments. Also on next week's Diamond Comics Shipping list are the Reveal the Shield Voyager Class figures - Strafe, Solar Storm Grappel and Lugnut - Lugnut's packed two to a case with Strafe and Grappel one each per case. Thanks as always to D-Drive for the heads up! Due on December 29th in the US, and December 30th in Canada.

TRANSFORMERS BEST OF STARSCREAM TP

Bob Budiansky, Simon Furman (w) o Alex Milne, Don Figueroa, EJ SU, and more (a) o Klaus Scherwinski (c)
He's MEGATRON's second-in-command, but he's number one in his own mind. This is STARSCREAM, fierce DECEPTICON warrior and full-time schemer. When he's not doing the bidding of his leader, STARSCREAM is plotting his ascension to the DECEPTICON throne. These stories collect his darkest and most telling moments.


TRANSFORMERS VOYAGER AF ASST 201101

With "reveal the shield" rubsign stickers, these warring robot figures transform into vehicles and back again, but where do their loyalties lay? You'll have to put your thumb on their faction sticker to see if they're good, or evil. Loaded with features and action, these Autobots and Decepticons bring fun to kids of all ages! Each of these warriors measures about 7 1/2-inches tall in robot mode.

This case contains 4 individually packaged robot figures:
2x Lugnut, 1x Solar Storm Grapple, 1x Strafe

Original Source: Diamond Comics Shipping List for December 29th - 30th @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Entertainment Earth has put up listings for Transformers Generations Wave 7. Wave seven will feature Thundercracker - who we reported was potentially in the works yesterday - along with Wheeljack! They are joined by Scourge and Sergeant Kup who are held over from the previous wave.

Original Source: Generations Wave 7 - Wheeljack and Thundercracker @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Need a last minute Christmas present for that one Transformers fan you know who already has everything out there? What you need is a new release! And 2005 Boards member CommanderPrime delivers the goods with this news of the first US retail sighting of the Reveal the Shield Battle in Space two pack. This two pack contains Rodimus and Cyclonus, only slightly altered from their Challenge at Cybertron releases by the addition of rubsigns. It also features an exclusive comic book! It was sighted at a Meijers store in Michigan.

Keep up to date with the latest Transformers sightings in your area in our Transformers Sightings board!

Original Source: Reveal the Shield Battle in Space Set Released @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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2005 boards member Masabon has posted scans from the newest issue of Figure King (no. 155)!

Yesterday, CYBERGUNDAM BLOG posted a scan from the latest issue of Figure King showing us new images of Masterpiece Rodimus Convoy. Here are some more closer looks.

Take a look at the Scans. You will find info about Transformers: United, e-Hobby Limited Set, Transformers: Animated Japan and Masterpiece.

Original Source: Figure King #155 Transformers Scans @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Mr. Give-Me-Your-Face is back! ACToys.net has posted what claims to be a Transformers: Dark of the Moon Optimus Prime figure.

It is unclear what size class this belongs to (certainly not Leader) and the authenticity is not guaranteed. We will have to wait and see.

Original Source: A Transformers: Dark of the Moon Optimus Prime Figure Revealed? @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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We saw the vehicle mode pics before. Now it’s time for the robot mode. Yet another reveal from the DOTMToys Website this Christmas… it’s Transformers: Dark of the Moon Voyager Class Mechtech Ironhide.

Looks very similar to his previous movie figures except the left hand Gun. It is now much different than we’ve seen before. No idea on how it will look like in the movie but why don’t you have a go on that subject. Discuss with your fellow members and have a happy holiday.

Original Source: Transformers: Dark of the Moon Voyager Mechtech Ironhide Robot Mode Revealed @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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TakaraTomy have updated their Transformers site. First up is the product page for the recently released Masterpiece Movie MPM-2 Bumblebee. On the subject of the Movie series, Cyber Missions 11 has also been added to the Takara-Tomy site.

On to the main event now. Product pages for the second wave of Transformers United figures who are set for release in January have also been added. Check them out below:

UN-11 Autobot Grapple
UN-12 Autobot Jazz
UN-13 Autobot Tracks
UN-14 Decepticon Lugnut

You might notice in the case of Grapple, Jazz and Tracks they lack their US versions rubsigns, and in the case of Tracks, he has an altogether more slavishly Generation 1 colorscheme. Jazz has a few paint modifications, namely a silver painted grill, painted tail lights and rear window. Grapple and Lugnut feature massive differences compared to their US releases, and are among the most different of all the United releases seen so far.

Original Source: Takara-Tomy December Website Update @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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It was only 2 weeks ago, we learned that Peter Allen David, the award winning writer of comic books, novels, television, movies and video games, is to write the Transformers: Dark of the Moon Novelization.

On December 22nd, he has updated his blog/website with an entry, signaling the completion of his work load. Looks like it all came-out well and he had fun writing it.

Read what he has to say… after the jump.

Original Source: Peter David Completes Transformers: Dark of the Moon Novelization @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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The 2011 Canadian Collectible Toy Expo will be Sunday, April 3rd at the Holiday Inn Burlington Hotel & Conference Centre in Burlington, Ontario. FREE PARKING!

The show features dealers selling Super Heroes (Marvel, DC etc), Transformers (vintage and Japanese imports), Star Wars (new and vintage), GIJoe (vintage and modern), Wrestling, Masters of the Universe and tons of other Action Figures and collectibles. For more details go to the Canadian Collectible Toy Expo website.

You can like the Collectible Toy Expo on Facebook and RSVP to the Facebook event. You can also follow the Collectible Toy Expo on Twitter. This will keep you up to date with the latest news about the show.

Original Source: The 2011 Canadian Collectible Toy Expo Announced @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Kickback @ TFW2005.com

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Everyone here involved with TFW2005.COM would like to take a moment to wish everyone a very Happy Holidays this Holiday Season. It's been an explosive year for the Transformers franchise, and next year looks to be even bigger!

Thank you to all of our viewers, members, and fans from all parts of the world for your continued support.

So whether you're celebrating a Holiday or not, take the time to enjoy one of the many, many new releases out there. Thanks again, best wishes and be safe!

That cool image you see in the story is actually the cover of a UK Transformers comic from 1989. It was drawn by Andrew Wildman, and it seemed fitting. Enjoy!

Original Source: Happy Holidays from TFW2005! @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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“WRECK-GAR is obsessed with Earth television, and may be just a little bit flaky. He communicates almost exclusively in quotes from commercials and late-night movies, and the grin on his face never fades, even in the heat of battle. Most AUTOBOTS have no idea what he’s talking about most of the time, but they appreciate having his axe on their side.”

That is the cool bio of Transformers: Reveal The Shield Wreck-Gar. You know what’s even cooler? Wreck-Gar riding Wreck-Gar.

We have with us two in-hand images of Wreck-Gar (riding Wreck-Gar) thanks to HK-TF.com. Enjoy!

P.S: You will also find… Sergeant Kup, G2 Optimus Prime, Darkmount/Straxus and Perceptor.

Original Source: In-Hand Images Of Transformers: Reveal the Shield Wreck-Gar @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: TM2 D-bot @ TFW2005.com

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Still undecided or unable to grab a Battle Ops Bumblebee? Alfes 2010 grants us a complete gallery for the Takara-Tomy MPM-02 release. Following the previous MPM-01 Starscream release, this 'Bee gives us a new yellow hue, clear plastic bits and other detailing changes from the previous Hasbro release. Are they enough to pay import prices, or will you still hunt down the previous toy? Let us know after the jump.

Original Source: New Masterpiece MPM-02 Bumblebee Image Gallery @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: TM2 D-bot @ TFW2005.com

Original Source: CrazyDevy's CDMW-14 Video Review @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: TM2 D-bot @ TFW2005.com

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A user on fellow toy board Actoys, gives us a new look at some upcoming products from third party manufacturer TFClub. Still wondering about Not-Devastator's scale and head sculp, click on our image gallery. The Super Deformed Primars line? We have that one too. Or maybe you're interested on the Targetroids & Junkion Blacksmith masters? What are you waiting for, check them all out after the jump.

Original Source: Upcoming 2011 TFClub Products Revealed @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: TM2 D-bot @ TFW2005.com

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Again Alfes 2010 shares a new figure gallery with us. This time, Transformers United Megatron (Voyager) is compared alongside his previous japanese incarnation. The Nerf N-Strike Maverick looks similar to his Henkei release, but looses the chrome, shiny black, and some detailing in order to better mimic his G1 counterpart's animation model. Which release of the mold is your favorite? Let us know after the jump.

Original Source: New Transformers United Voyager Megatron Comparisons & Image Gallery @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: TM2 D-bot @ TFW2005.com

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Robotkingdom brings us new images for Perfect Effects upcoming PX-03 & PX-04 releases. Known as Backpack & Ultimate Form, they are recolors from previous products along with a new piece that allows further weapon storage on the Commander armors from Fansproject. Ejector, Rewinder, The Sun & The Night all can form additional firepower wielded on standard 5mm pegs. Follow the jump to see all images.

Original Source: New Perfect Effect PX-03 & PX-04 Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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The fourth wave of Power Core Combiner Two Packs have been released in Canada! Wave 4 features new mold Autobot Heavy Tread with Groundspike and new mold Decepticon elemental Skyhammer. These cool little guys were sighted up in Zellers in Ottawa by 2005 Boards member Monari! Can a US release be far behind?

Original Source: Power Core Combiners Two Packs Wave 4 Released in Canada @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: TM2 D-bot @ TFW2005.com

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Blogger Alfes 2010 brings us yet another Takara-Tomy United update. Following the previous Voyager Megatron gallery, he now brings us Drift, Deluxe Optimus Prime, and War For Cybertron Optimus Prime. In package, Japanese bios, comparison images to their previous releases and some nice action poses await you after the jump.

Original Source: In Hand United Drift, Deluxe Optimus Prime and WFC Optimus Prime Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: TM2 D-bot @ TFW2005.com

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Originally contributed by TFW2005 member Masabon, our own contributor Sydney has kindly translated Mr.Hironori Kobayashi brief interview printed in Figure OH! magazine. TFW's Butcher, Sol Fury was in charge of the revisions. Hit the jump to read the full translation.

Original Source: Translated TakaraTomy Staff Interview - Hironori Kobayashi on MP Rodimus @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.