Seibertron.com interview with Greg Gaub, organizer of CybCon 2010

If you're here visiting Seibertron.com, chances are you're a Transformers fan. Transformers fans come in all shapes and sizes and express their fandom in all sorts of unique ways. Of course, an increasingly popular form of celebrating "TF love" has been attending Transformers conventions. That's something that isn't easy for everyone to do, especially if a TF convention hasn't taken place around where you live. However, for Transfans in the Northwest US, there is a surprisingly affordable - Read More

Rumour: And the theme for Botcon 2010's toys is???

A quote from Pete Sinclair of Botcon indicated that this years Botcon set will feature "A Generation Lost." Which could be taken in several different ways at the time. Tonight Seibertron.com received a tip from a source whom wishes to remain anonymous that the set for Botcon 2010 will focus on Generation 2 characters. This source was unable to name molds or characters sadly. The source also states that there will be fewer box sets made this year. A reason was not given however, and - Read More

Limited Edition "Maniacal Maroon" ASS-09 figure available via TFSource?!

-Because it's assinine that we're still doing this. Because it's assinine that we're still collecting Transformers after 25 years. Because it's assinine that it's coming out of a small Transformers convention in the middle of Wisconsin called "DAIRYCON"! -It's Assinine! Get it? Did we hammer it home? It appears that Dairycon’s “Donkey of the Apocalypse” is about to see his final variation! It’s been revealed that the fabled Limited Edition “Maniacal Maroon” ASS-09 figure will - Read More

Auto Assembly 2010 Live Q&A on Twitter

We'd like to thank Simon Plumbe and the rest of the organizers of Auto Assembly 2010 for sending us the following update. Auto Assembly has expanded its online coverage once again and joining its website, Facebook and Youtube presence is our new account on Twitter! We'll be updating our Twitter feed every day with all the latest news and mini-updates on the convention as well as our general thoughts and comments on Auto Assembly 2010 and past events and anything else to do with - Read More

Dairycon Confirmation Packets Arrive/ "Pretender Convoy" Inner Bot Revealed!

Seibertron.com member Methusalen was so kind as to pop by and drop this new Dairycon update: First off, Pre-Registration for the event has come to a close for the 2010 event! As of now, all properly received Dairycon PreRegs have been processed, and Confirmation Packets sent out. If you, or someone you know did not receive theirs, please contact us at dairyland-owner@yahoogroups.com Please review your Confirmation Packet carefully for important information regarding the - Read More

Detailed info on CybCon 2010, special offer for Seibertron.com viewers

As we are now well into March, many Transformers fans are already thinking ahead to the warmer weather and the upcoming Transformers conventions they plan on attending this year. Most TF fans already know all about BotCon, and a good portion of the fanbase has now heard of events such as TFCon and Auto Assembly. However, there is also an annual Transformers convention that has been running for quite a few years now in Tacoma, Washington that may have flown under the radar for some. For - Read More

Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen wins 3 awards (of the Razzie variety)

The Hollywood award season is in full swing with the Academy Awards taking place tonight. Despite being the biggest box office grossing movie in recent years this side of Avatar, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen is only up for one Oscar, in the less than exciting "Sound Mixing" category. However, ROTF already "won" a few other awards this weekend. Of course, the awards are not Oscars, but instead "Razzies", courtesy of last night's Golden Raspberry Awards. Here's the scoop, as told by the - Read More

Auto Assembly 2009 script reading coming to Youtube / AA 2010 update

We'd like to thank Simon Plumbe of Auto Assembly for sending us this extensive update. For those of you who attended Auto Assembly 2009, you've been waitng for months for the chance to see it again, and for those of you who couldn't make it, you've been wondering what all the fuss was about, but we are now proud to announce that we are releasing the footage of our live script reading from Auto Assembly 2009 on the official Auto Assembly channel on Youtube! For those of you who don't know, - Read More

Dairycon 2010: Pre-Reg Ends March 1st!

If you have any interest in attending the premier Transformers Fancon in the state of Wisconsin on April 9th & 10th, *NOW* is the time to act!!! Preregistration forms are available:http://www.freewebs.com/dairylandtransfans/DTFdairycon10form.html While you can attend the show for free, PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! NO WALK-INS ALLOWED!!!!! So, if you want a shot at any of the activites, games, contests, vendors, or to get your hands on one/all of the previously revealed Dairycon - Read More

Dairycon 2010 Lucky Draw: Pretender Convoy!

Member Methusalen has let us know that sources within Dairyland have just revealed new information and pictures for the upcoming Dairycon 2010 Convention: Pretender Convoy! "Following PRETENDER CONVOY on a mission to Earth, MINERVA joins TICKER and UNCLE WHISKEY BREATH against (secret character) in their BATTLE FOR BREW CITY. Will the RETURN OF CONVOY be enough to turn the tide of battle?" Pretender Convoy is the "Lucky Draw Raffle Item" in the 'Return of Convoy' assortment for - Read More

The 12th Annual Columbia Antique Toy, Comic, & Collectible Con

The 12th year of the Biggest Little Collector's Show in South Carolina is here! A wide variety of vintage toys and comics, as well as newer items, will be available as dealers from around the area bring their stock to show and sell. Other cons too expensive for you? This one brings the toys and comics you love right to you without all the extra flair. Adult admission is $3.00, with kids under ten getting in free! Parking is also free! The con will be held Saturday, February 27th, from 10am-4pm - Read More

Indiana Transformers Convention: Slag-A-Con 2010

Seibertron.Com member Transjazz brings us news of Slag-A-Con 2010, an Indiana Transformers Convention with a plethora of awesome contests and a dealer room, The convention will be Saturday, October 9th, 2010, from 9am-5pm, at the MillCreek Civic Center in Chesterfield, Indiana. Attractions will include a dealer room, art contest, custom robot contest, G1 Bio Trivia contest, "The Touch" karaoke contest, timed combiner contest, and a wrap-up dinner. Check out Transjazz's post for more info. The - Read More

Official Hasbro Toy Fair 2010 Transformers Press Release

The Hasbro website has been updated with their official press release for Toy Fair 2010. What's new are the clear pictures that accompany the article. Thankfully the press release only goes to the tip of the iceberg - if you missed Seibertron.com's outstanding coverage with over hundreds of pictures, you can check that out here. HASBRO’S TRANSFORMERS BRAND EXPANDS “MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE” UNIVERSE On the heels of launching 2009’s largest grossing movie and in anticipation of the - Read More

Toy Fair 2010: War for Cybertron previewed (and reviewed)

Diablien wrote:For years now, Hasbro has been breaking from the mold and creating their own private viewing event corresponding with the date for the official Toy Fair Expo held in New York City. This tradition continued in 2010 with a presentation covering Marvel, Transformers, GI Joe, and Star Wars that was an invitation-only event geared towards media outlets for each of brand. Of course Seibertron.com was on-hand to bring a plethora of coverage through videos, photos, and up-to-the-minute - Read More

Toy Fair 2010: Presentation Screenshots of SDCC Blaster, Straxus, Masterpiece Grimlock and more!

Here are some screenshots of the figures that were not on display earlier today that were part of Hasbro's Powerpoint Presentation. Generations - Darkmount (aka Straxus) Toys R Us exclusive Masterpiece Grimlock Power Core Combiners Destructicons ROTF Deluxe Class Elita-1 ROTF Hailstorm ROTF Legends Sandstorm ROTF Scout Class Breacher and Insecticon ROTF Deluxe Class Sea Attack Ravage ROTF Sidearm Sideswipe (new mold) ROTF Voyager - Read More

Toy Fair 2010 - Full Event Galleries Now Available

It has taken some time, but you will not be disappointed by the quality, amount and variety of images that Seibertron has taken at this year's Toy Fair 2010! This comprehensive set of galleries covers everything from the much talked-about Leader Class Starscream, all the way down to the tiny RPMs and Weebles. Please take your time to look though all the galleries posted - Read More

Toy Fair 2010: Transformers Deluxe Class Figures UPDATE

Continuing the video barrage, Seibertron has uploaded another one featuring many of the deluxe-class figures that were talked about in the Hasbro Toy Panel. This video showcases Battle Blade Bumblebee, Jetblade, Ironhide, Thrust and Drift. Check this topic again in a couple hours to see a lot of high-detailed images of these great figures! We update this thread with Seibertron's top quality images! To see all the images taken at this event, check out this - Read More

Toy Fair 2010 - Transformers Power Core Combiners UPDATE

The figures to see this year at Toy Fair 2010 are definately the much-anticipated Power Core Combiners line. Seibertron has posted two youtube videos to whet your appetite while he finishes preparing the images that he has taken. Each scout-sized figure, known as a Commander, comes with a mini-con that transforms into a robot, vehicle, weapon and armor for any Power Core Commander. The line so far consists of: Huffer with Mini-Con Caliburst, Smolder w/ Chopster, Searchlight w/ Backwind, - Read More

Toy Fair 2010: Hasbro Transformers Panel Summary

Seibertron.com was in attendace for Hasbro's Transformers panel at Toy Fair 2010 and was taking frantic notes during the presentation. What was revealed and discussed? We have everything from War for Cybertron to Revenge of the Fallen to the new line name: Generations! Hasbro's Plans in General --Almost all of Activision's War for Cybertron line is proprietary, which means that Activision owns most, if not all, the products --Spring 2010 - Hasbro will continue to market the ROTF line - Read More

Toy Fair 2010: Video of Transformers Battle Ops Bumblebee

More Transformers goodness from Toy Fair 2010 in New York City. This go around we get video of Transformers Revenge of the Fallen Battle Ops Bumblebee. We've got alot of pictures to follow up every video post we've done here, so keep it locked right here at Seibertron.com your Ultimate Transformers - Read More

Toy Fair 2010: Transformers Voyager and Leader Class Figures UPDATE!

The videos keep coming, and very soon the photos shall too! To keep us satiated, Seibertron has uploaded a video he took of the Voyager class figures that were on show for us, which include Sea Spray, Payload (repaint of Long Haul) and Night Ops Ratchet (repaint of ROTF Ratchet). Also mixed in is another look at Leader class Starscream and Optimus Prime. Keep watching this topic for more images that will appear shortly! Here is the first Youtube video posted of the - Read More

Toy Fair 2010 - Transformers Revenge of the Fallen Legends Class figures

More videos are flowing in from Toy Fair 2010, this next one features upcoming Transformers legends class figures, also due out 3rd quarter of 2010. Legends Class figures include Ravage, Long Haul, Rampage, Bumblebee and Fireblast Optimus Prime. UPDATE: Seibertron has uploaded extensive galleries of this event! Check out more images of these guys and more by clicking on this - Read More

Toy Fair 2010: Transformers Human Alliance Jazz w / Captain Lennox UPDATE

The next Human Alliance figure has been previewed! This one is Human Alliance Revenge of the Fallen Jazz, who is partnered with Captain Lennox. Seibertron has taken a quick video of the pair. UPDATE: Seibertron has uploaded many many images of these two and the rest of the figures found at this event. You can see them all - Read More

Toy Fair 2010 - Transformers Revenge of the Fallen Scout Class figures UPDATE

More videos are streaming from the official Seibertron.com Youtube page from Toy Fair 2010 in New York City. This go around, we get video of upcoming Revenge of the Fallen Scout and Legends class figures due for release in the 3rd quarter of 2010. Scout Class figures shown include Hubcap - (looks like Greaser), turns into 1950s roadster, Brimstone (looks like Cybertron version but transforms into a chopper - motorcycle), Crankstart (Beachcomber mold), Backfire (Reverb mold), Insecticon (from - Read More

Toy Fair 2010: Transformers Generation 1 Weebles

Seibertron has uploaded another video to his youtube page documenting his time in the gallery room; this one focuses on merchandise aimed at a younger generation of fans: Transformers G1 Optimus Prime, Megatron and Bumblebee are placed in Weeble form. Stay tuned as many many images will be forthcoming in this - Read More

Toy Fair 2010: Transformers War for Cybertron Figures UPDATE

Seibertron is at ToyFair 2010! While he is formatting all the images, which we'll be seeing in a couple short hours, Seibertron has uploaded a couple short youtube clips of his time in the gallery room. The first clip is of the two War for Cybertron figures which were present: Bumblebee and Optimus Prime. This is the first time non-subscribers to the Collector's Club magazine can see Bumblebee's compact cybertronian speeder mode! UPDATE: Seibertron has uploaded the images and is - Read More

BotCon Update: Discounted Airfare and Online Registration?!?!

That's right, folks, discounted airfare and the POSSIBILITY of Online Registration! Check out the email update from the TransFormers Collectors' Club below, bringing us news of a $39.00 each way special. Destinations include Orlando. And, has FunPub finally answer the plea of fans everywhere for online BotCon Registration? It sure looks that way! Brain Savage tells us that the online system MAY be completed in time for this year's BotCon. Even if it isn't, this is surely good news for future - Read More

Pics of Nuremberg's Toy Fair 2010 exclusive RPM Optimus Prime

Marco wrote:Hello Seibertron Team, I saw the news report you did on the Toy Fair 2010 in Nuremberg which was brought to you by Philister from ntf-archive.de and I thought I'd add a little bonus. Hasbro was giving away a little exclusive RPM Optimus Prime to business partners. The item comes in a small box, repainted with Cybertronian symbols added as well as Toy Fair 2010 and "Autobots Roll Out" written on him. Since I got my hand on him I thought I'd share the news, maybe you have use - Read More

Wonder Fest 2010 Exclusive Resins - Minerva and Metalhawk

Minerva and Metalhawk. They were both figures released in the Super God Masterforce series of Transformers. Over two decades later, we get exclusive resin kits from the 2010 Wonder Fest that occurred yesterday. Thanks to the watchful eye of Energon Pub member fenrir72 and Blogger Tokyo Hunter - we get images of the two character's resin kits. Check them out below. You can check out the information related to the two resin kits in their respective pages - Minerva - Metalhawk. Stay - Read More

News from Toy Fair 2010 Nuremberg, Germany - Power Core Combiners, RPM's & more

More news has been forwarded our way courtesy of Seibertron.com member Philister about Toy Fair 2010 from Nuremberg, Germany. Most of the information is what we've learned from previous reports, but some new info on the Robot Powered Machine line and Power Core Combiners lines was passed on to us that fans may enjoy. Here's what was shared: The RPMs line seems to a major success and there'll be lots of new products there. Apart from at least a dozen new RPM cars I've seen, there is a new - Read More