Twincast / Podcast #37

Sub-Prime - On the latest episode of the Seibertron.com Twincast/Podcast, we try to find the silver lining in the disappointment the fandom has encountered over the last few weeks. Kicking things off, we discuss the launch (and relaunch) of the TFCC Exclusive Over-Run and Shattered Glass Drift figures, as well as the problems the Club managed during the sale. We discuss the issue with preorders, offer suggestions for the future, and discuss the figures themselves. Next up, we lament the unexpected end of Transformers Prime: First Edition toys. We analyze the problems with store exclusives, discuss the costs involved, speculate on reasons, and get rather salty about the whole affair, including the shortage of Takara First Edition toys to compound fan desire. Moving on from First Edition to Robots in Disguise, we give our thoughts on the recently revealed Ratchet and Optimus Maximus, as well as some of the other, upcoming figures. We then jump to other side of the world, and review the just-released United Rodimus and give our thoughts on his over-the-top paint apps. We have some Micron talk up next for those collectors with a tiny figure predilection, with the recently announced Arms Micron line. Finally, we discuss a few pieces of excellent art floating around from the likes of Jim Sorenson and Guido Guidi showing us some new sides to the art we've come to know and love.

New Toy Galleries: DOTM Jetwing Optimus Prime Standard and Black Versions

Jetwings - Seibertron.com is proud to present two of the standout figures from the Transformer Dark of the Moon toy line, Takara Tomy's Jetwing Optimus Prime and Jetwing Optimus Prime Black edition! Jetwing Optimus Prime is a remolded version of the popular ROTF Leader Class Optimus Prime outfitted with the flight and weapons system featured in Transformers Dark of the Moon. The massive wings and duel gatling guns make for an imposing robot mode. The power-up parts cannot be reconfigured into a traditional trailer, but they can be attached to Optimus Prime in vehicle mode to form a flying truck of sorts. The more exclusive black version features the fan favorite "Nemesis" deco with copious amounts of chrome! Enjoy the extensive galleries of each figure by clicking here.

NEW TOY GALLERY: TAKARA'S DOTM LEADER CLASS STRIKER OPTIMUS PRIME

Japanese - Seibertron.com is pleased to present the latest iteration of the popular ROTF Leader Class Optimus Prime mold, Takara's DOTM Striker Optimus Prime. This version comes with two new MechTech weapons and a shield, all of which can be added to Prime's vehicle mode to create DOTM's signature "Stealth Mode". Check out the full gallery by clicking here.

WIN A TRANSFORMERS 7-DISC LIMITED COLLECTOR'S EDITION BLU-RAY TRILOGY SET FROM PARAMOUNT

Ultimate - This is your chance to win a FREE Transformers 7-Disc Limited Collector’s Edition Blu-ray Trilogy Set in this exciting contest from Paramount Home Entertainment and Seibertron.com. All you have to do is be a registered member of Seibertron.com, enter the contest, and keep your fingers crossed! Not a member? Click here! One lucky Seibertronian will be announced as the winner of this contest on Tuesday, February 7th, 2012. You can enter the contest here. Good luck!

New Toy Galleries: Transformers DOTM Deluxes Armor Topspin, Track Battle Roadbuster, & Takara Leadfoot

Wreckers - The Transformers Dark of the Moon toy galleries keep rolling! This round of gallery entries features three Deluxe Wreckers: Armor Topspin, Wal-Mart Exclusive Track Battle Roadbuster, and the ever elusive logo free Takara Leadfoot. Will Hasbro's Target exclusive two-pack with Leadfoot and Twintwist ever see the light of day at retail, or will this Takara version be our only chance to complete the Wrecker trio in Deluxe class? As always full galleries of each figure can be found by clicking here. Enjoy!