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ROBOTKINGDOM .COM Newsletter #1105 - PE-01 Shadow Warrior, Headrobots - Cobra Head

We get an update from our friends from Robotkingdom, check out below for the latest offer:

ROBOTKINGDOM .COM Newsletter #1105

Hi,

Here is a quick update from http://www.robotkingdom.com.

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#1 Perfect Effect PE-01 Shadow Warrior.
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Transformers Animated Vol. 13 - Five Page Preview

The soon to be released Transformers Animated Volume 13 has been previewed by the good folks at Comics Continuum. Check out the covers, descriptions and the preview below.

Transformers Animated Vol. 13 will arrive in stores on Feb. 10 from IDW Publishing. The issue is written by Marty Isenberg, with art by various others.

Here's how IDW describes the issue:

"The Season 2 adventures of the Transformers in New Detroit come to a dramatic conclusion in episodes 'A Bridge Too Close' parts one and two. Featuring Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Ratchet, Megatron, Blitzwing and more, the Transformers Animated series puts new TF action in your pocket!"

Transformers Animated Vol. 13 will be 122 pages and will cost $7.99.

New Images of Takara Exclusive Ravage and Evac

While all of us here in North American and Europe will be having our hands full trying to obtain Hasbro's exclusive Recon Ravage - Takara has decided to join in on the fun by repainting Deluxe Ravage. Thanks to Ebay seller TFCToy, we get images of their exclusive Ravage. It looks to homage Generation One Ravage in robot mode. We also get more images of another repaint - Evac, a redeco of Blazemaster. Check out the images and links to each figure's auction below.

Takara Ravage





Evac



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Ark Addendum Update: Incan Ruins

Our good friend Jim Sorenson, famous for his work on the Allspark Almanac and now the Ark Addendum, has updated his blog with the newest entry. This one covers the Incan Ruins from the Generation One Episode - Fire in the Mountain. Check out what he has to say and a snippet of his work below..

With guest-blogger Brian's recent review of The Dormant Volcano Mysteriously Erupts, detailing a disaster in Peru, I thought it would be nice to share some other Peruvian models. These models come from Fire on the Mountain and show the pyramid atop the Crystal of Power. I've got several other model sheets from this episode, so I'm sure I'll share them at some point in the future.

Hasbro reports 4th quarter and Full-Year 2009 Earnings

Hasbro, the company that brings us the wonderful Transformers toys that we love so much has issued a press release regarding their finances for the 4th quarter of 2009 as well as their totals for the entire year.

Here are some highlights.

PAWTUCKET, R.I., Feb 08, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Hasbro, Inc. (NYSE: HAS) today reported 2009 fourth quarter and full-year results. For the fourth quarter 2009, the Company reported net revenues of $1.38 billion, an increase of $144.1 million or 12%, compared to $1.23 billion a year ago. 2009 fourth quarter revenues grew 7% excluding a $55.4 million positive impact of foreign exchange. The Company reported net earnings for the quarter of $165.6 million or $1.09 per diluted share, an increase of $72.0 million or 77%, compared to $93.6 million or $0.62 per diluted share in 2008.

For the full year 2009, the Company reported revenues of $4.07 billion, an increase of $46.4 million or 1%, compared to $4.02 billion a year ago. 2009 revenues grew 3% excluding a $65.2 million negative impact of foreign exchange. Net earnings for the full year were $374.9 million, or $2.48 per diluted share, an increase of $68.1 million or 22% from $306.8 million or $2.00 per diluted share in 2008.

"We are extremely pleased with our fourth quarter and full-year results that demonstrate Hasbro's strategy is working," said Brian Goldner, President and Chief Executive Officer. "The Hasbro teams around the globe performed at a high level in 2009, delivering innovation and strong marketing programs to our consumers and retailers. The result is our fifth consecutive year of revenue growth and ninth consecutive year of E.P.S. growth, achieved in a challenging global economy. Continued investments in our business, including the joint venture with Discovery Communications to form The Hub television network, the creation of Hasbro Studios, establishing a local presence in emerging geographies and securing long-term key licenses, position us not only for the success we had in 2009 but over the long term as we execute our branded play strategy globally."

Hasbro, Inc. is a worldwide leader in children's and family leisure time products and services with a rich portfolio of brands and entertainment properties that provides some of the highest quality and most recognizable play and recreational experiences in the world. As a brand-driven, consumer-focused global company, Hasbro brings to market a range of toys, games and licensed products, from traditional to high-tech and digital, under such powerful brand names as TRANSFORMERS, PLAYSKOOL, TONKA, MILTON BRADLEY, PARKER BROTHERS, CRANIUM and WIZARDS OF THE COAST. Come see how we inspire play through our brands at http://www.hasbro.com. (C) 2010 Hasbro, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

To view the entire original press release, you may click here.

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New Toy Galleries: Skystalker, Scattorshot and Brakedown

Three more scout class figures from the Revenge of The Fallen toy line join Seibertron's Toy Gallery section. Just released to retail, these three scouts are entirely new molds. Also worth noting that Skystalker is able combine with voyager class Mindwipe in a similar fashion to Smokescreen and Dreadwing from Generation 2. To view each gallery use the following links:

Brakedown



Scattorshot



Skystalker

Transformers 3: Tony Todd Returning?

As we approach the first filming date for Transformers 3, we'll have more and more rumours flying in! The latest comes from a Den of Geek interview with Tony Todd, the voice of The Fallen from Revenge of the Fallen.



It looks like Todd will make a return as a voice actor in Transformers 3. Will he still be playing the same role, or is this for a different character? Only time will tell! You can check out a snippet of the interview below...

Are you involved in Transformers 3 do you think?

Yes.

Definitely?

You want to quote me? What I was told last month, yes. But that's Hollywood!

Is there anything you can tell us about it? It's got to be worth a try.

No! There's more of it! [Laughs, starts thumping desk and making explosion sound effects]. Something along those lines!

It must be fun to do?

I felt like a big kid. When Michael Bay called me, I'd worked with him before on The Rock, and he called me and said, "Tony, I might have something for you." I said, "Okay, you haven't called me in ten years!" He said, "I've been busy!" I said, "I've been busy too Michael, glad we could make our schedules match!"

So he brings me and he's got this enormous computer bank with these half-finished robots, and it looks like a little bit of animation, drawings, black and whites, finished stuff. I can see the joy in him, because he's a big kid with a director's set. And he's got robots, 250 people working for him, and he's saying, "You see this, you see that, you're going to take over the world." I'm watching this man showing me, and I'm like, " Do you want me to do it like that, or do you want my interpretation of it?

Transformers: Recon Ravage TV Commercial

A commercial has recently popped on air - featuring our favourite metal kitty cat. Thanks to the keen eyes of Youtuber smutoys, the commercial has been uploaded - featuring the one and only Recon Ravage figure. You can check out the advertisement embed in this news post below or on Youtube.



If you happen to be Canadian, then you'll be able to bypass this promotion from Hasbro. As we reported earlier, Recon Ravage will simply be available at Canadian retail.

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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.

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TFsource 2-8 SourceNews

Howdy Seibertronians, we've got the latest deals from valued site sponsor TFSource. This time the newest special piece is Fansproject's Crossfire Combiner set, an add-on meant for Energon/ROTF Bruticus. Check out the rest of the deals below - courtesy of Greg from TFSource!

In this issue of TFsource SourceNews:

1 ) Crossfire 02 Combiner Set by Fansproject Preorder, NEW PICS ADDED!
2 ) WST Communications Liaison Arrives!
3 ) New Custom piece: Headmaster Head Cobra!
4 ) New Photos of MMC-01 Knight Morpher Figure!
5 ) Popular Preorder Update
6 ) IG-TF007 Computer Control Center from igear is now in stock!
7 ) Transformers Generations Volume 3 - Exclusive Skids & Screech Set and TF: ROTF Black Optimus Prime - Amazon Japan - Exclusive Now Instock!
8 ) Updated photos of Alternity A-04 Starscream and Skywarp now up!
9 ) All New Preorders Up at TFsource!
10 ) MP-03 Clear Masterpiece Ghost Starscream Preorder!
11 ) Perfect Effect - PE-01 Shadow Warrior - Preorder now up!
12 ) Warbot Defender - by Fansproject now available for preorder
13 ) Snowman Version - Superion Add-on kit is now instock!
14 ) MP-08X Masterpiece "King" Grimlock back instock!

Also, check out our newest Youtube Review!
005 Transformers Masterpiece MP-8X King Grimlock - TF Source Video Review 005

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1 ) Crossfire 02 Combiner Set by Fansproject Preorder now up!
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TFsource Preorder Now UP! The highly anticipated Crossfire 02 Combiner set,
by Fansproject is now slated for release in June, and each piece is $48.99
or get both piece A & B for TFsource combo pricing for $90! (Must select C9
boxes in checkout) Two amazing looking pieces, Fansproject once again
delivers a great custom offering. We now have many new photos on Facebook of this set.

New pics of Crossfire 02 Set - Munitioner and Explorer by Fansproject on Facebook

Crossfire 02--XF-02A Explorer + Combat Unit Appendage Add-on Kit Set A

Crossfire--02 XF-02B Munitioner + Combat Unit Appendage Add-on Kit Set B

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2 ) WST Communications Liaison Arrives!
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WST Communications Liaison Arrives! Fresh into our warehouse this evening, we have taken some great pics of an amazing toy for this size! Check them out, this piece is well worth the wait! Unfortunately Military Operations Commander won't be out for another 10 days, and then needs to get to our warehouse, so if you ...preordered both, just a little more patience, we're confident he'll be worth it as well!

WST Communications Liaison

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3 ) New Custom piece: Headmaster Head Cobra!
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Inspired by the Japanese headmaster animals, and from concept sketches of headmaster heads that were never released, these pieces are great additions to your headmaster collection. Cobra comes with multiple options for cool retro packaging as well (for an additional $3) and s...hould spice up any headmaster lacking proper a proper look!

G1 Headmster Head - Custom Concept Piece - Cobra !

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4 ) New Photos of MMC-01 Knight Morpher Figure!
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We've updated the site with some great new photos of the MMC-01 Knight Morpher figure, courtesy of Mastermind creations and Seibertron.com. Includes packaging photography, and it seems this piece was even renumbered to KM-01. Enjoy!

MMC-01 Knight Morpher Commander

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5 ) Popular Preorder Update
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Good news, we received an updated from Justitoys, that they are planning to release the new WST figures in a couple of weeks. Additionally the TFC Battle & Shadow Rollar are finally released and will ship to us shortly, without any delays we'll start shipping out preorders in a week!

WST Military Operations Commander

TFC MP EX-002R Battle Rollar

TFC MP EX-002B Shadow Rollar

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6 ) IG-TF007 Computer Control Center from igear is now in stock!
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Includes all of the parts as shown to make a diorama for your own Autobot Base. Check out the pictures, there is a lot that comes with this piece and it is of a significant scale. Preorders already starting to ship out, instock now!

IG-TF007 Computer Control Center

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7 ) Transformers Generations Volume 3 - Exclusive Skids & Screech Set and TF: Revenge of the Fallen Black Optimus Prime - Amazon Japan - Exclusive Now Instock!
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A great looking pair of figures, this exclusive from the Generations 3 set includes both figures in one great set of packaging and including their Diaclone series scooters. Grab both limited edition figures in one set, preorders shipping out now!

Transformers Generations 2009 Volume 03 - Exclusive Skids & Screech Set

We have a very limited amount of the black revenge of the fallen Optimus Prime - with blu ray. This was an Amazon Japan exclusive, and several customers asked about it, so if you are interested in this exclusive, it's now instock and available for sale!

TF: Revenge of the Fallen Black Optimus Prime - Amazon Japan - Exclusive

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8 ) Updated photos of Alternity A-04 Starscream and Skywarp now up!
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Updated photos of Alternity A-04 Starscream & Skywarp are now posted. Although renderings they should give you an idea of the direction Takara/Tomy is going to take these seekers. Buzz lightyear spaceship photos are updated as well!

Alternity A-04 Okamora Orochi Starscream - White

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9 ) All New Preorders Up at TFsource!
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We have added the many Transformers Animated series figures preorders to our site. Photos of most of the toys are supposed to be released next week, but right now other than the name and price not much is known. We'll keep updating the site as more info becomes available, and preorders are up so have at them!

Japanese Transformers Animated Preorders

Device Label Blaster Preorder is back! Re-announced with a higher price tag, it's not clear what more he will come with but the good news is he is not canceled anymore, and along with [url="http://www.tfsource.com/products/view/product_id/1246/"]Device Label Cheetor[/url]preorders are up! We'll update with more photos once more is known.

Device Label Transforming USB Hub - Blaster!

Alternity A-04 will be Starscream. More photos will be added once released,
supposedly this week. Preorder is up for Starscream (White), Skywarp (Purple), and Disney Label Buzz Lightyear!

Alternity A-04 Okamora Orochi Starscream - White

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10 ) MP-03 Clear Version - Masterpiece Ghost Starscream Preorder!
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First rumored a hoax, we had a supplier today confirm the MP-03 Clear Masterpiece Ghost Starscream is slated for a June 2010 release and preorders are now up at TFsource! If you are concerned about it not being real, just choose pay later and if it never ships, you'll never be charged. If it is real, this is going to be an amazing piece and with bonus pricing you can save $20 off of two pieces!

MP-03 Clear Version - Masterpiece Ghost Starscream!

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11 ) Perfect Effect - PE-01 Shadow Warrior - Preorder now up!
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Includes two cannons that can mount on your city commander or shadow commander, this new custom figure from Perfect Effect is available now! Bonus pricing also available, order two and save $6.95!

Perfect Effect - PE-01 Shadow Warrior

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12 ) Warbot Defender - by Fansproject now available for preorder
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Now up for preorder - Warbot Defender by Fansproject! TFsource is first with new pictures of this impressive piece, check them out. Transforms to three modes, includes pistols and blade, will come in very displayable packaging, and with TFsource's bonus pricing, buy two and save $15!

Warbot Defender - by Fansproject

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13 ) Snowman Version - Superion Add-on kit is now instock!
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Snowman Version - Superion Add-on kit is now instock! Just in time for the holidays, get your stocking stuffed with the 2009 TFSource Stocking Stuffer campaign - Snowman Version Superion Add on kit!

Snowman Version - Superion Add-on kit

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14 ) MP-08X Masterpiece “King” Grimlock back Instock!
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MP-08X Masterpiece King Grimlock is now back instock!

MP-08X Masterpiece "King" Grimlock

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Transformers Mosaic: "Shattered Future"

The Universe of the Transformers is vast, and populated by many characters. Their universe is a large tapestry, made up of the stories and points of view of countless experiences that serve the larger whole.

These are some of those stories. This is:


It should be noted that while this project has been recognized by IDW Publishing and Hasbro, none of the works presented have been commissioned or solicited by either company. The stories are not official canon, except where noted. These stories are the result of Transformers enthusiasts taking the time out of their busy days to contribute to a universe they love. No one has been paid for the production of these stories.

For all Transformers news / updates / information, click here

Transformers Mosaic FAQ, click here

SHATTERED FUTURE

Story and Art by:
Simon Reeves

Colors by:
Sara Rude

Letters by:
Franco Villa



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New Info on Transformers Animated's Japanese Broadcast

Sabrblade of our forums has kindly pointed out to us new information on Transformers Animated's Japanese broadcast. The opening theme will be sung by JAM Project, members of JAM Project such as Hironobu Kageyama and others have also done songs for past Transformers series.

Additionally, Takahasi Hiroki, Kishio Daisuke, Akesaka Aatomi and Wakamoto Norio will be voicing Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Sari, and Megatron respectively. Most of the dub cast have worked on Transformers characters in the past, such as Kicker from Super Link, who was also voiced by Kishio Daisuke, and Flame Convoy from Galaxy Force who now shares Megatron's voice. To view the source, click here.

Cyber Missions #2 Released!

The latest instalment to the Transformers: Cyber Missions features more 3-D animation, fighting and Transformers fun. Bumblebee's got Soundwave in a tight spot, while Ironhide's having his way with Bludgeon. You can check out the short episode over at Hasbro.com.



Cyber Missions #2 features these toys:
Battlefield Bumblebee
Infiltrator Soundwave
Recon Ironhide
Bludgeon

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Share your ideas about ways to improve Seibertron.com's forums

Ryan, the site owner and father of seibertron.com has been working on improvements to the site and the forums. Below is a list of what he did, we at seibertron.com would also like to know from you how your forum experience could be improved, just click on the discuss topic button and take part in the discussion!

During the past week, I have implemented a ton of minor changes intended to improve everyone's experience here at the Seibertron.com Forums. Now that I've made several rounds of initial changes, I'd like to get your input about what you think could be done to improve the forums. I'd like to have this be an open discussion ... a sharing of our minds. There is no wrong idea, no stupid idea, no idea to small ... let's bounce ideas off each other to see what can be done to improve the forums.

Here are a few things that were changed in the past week:

1. Search engine friendly URLs ... this basically means the URLs for forums, topics and posts are now readable to the human eye. The URLs now also include keywords which will help improve Seibertron.com's results on various search engines.

2. I fixed some CSS (stylesheet) issues. I decreased the margins and padding to bring the whole page up about 30 or 40 pixels. Not a big issue until you're looking at the site on a mobile phone.

3. I fixed the CSS for the "advanced search" so that it would be a dark color on a light background instead of a light color on a light background.

4. I removed the "Smilies" text that appeared above the smilies below the textarea for editing posts. I think everyone knows what smilies are now ... no sense wasting space.

5. I decreased the font size of the text below the smilies, again to decrease the distance between the textarea and the submit button when you are editing a post.

6. I moved the "Moderator(s)" text string to the bottom of the forums and topics instead of appearing below the forum and topic name. If you guys need to find out who the appropriate moderator is for a particular forum, you can now find the links for the moderators at the bottom of the page instead of wasting space at the top of the page. Again, just trying to make the page more accessible.

7. I got rid of a few forums this past week. Merged the Philosopher's forum with General Discussion due to how little traffic the Philosopher's Forum got in the past year (not ever 100 topics). I looked through that forum and didn't see anything that couldn't have been discussed in General Discussion, which is the point of having a "general" discussion forum. I also merged HMW's Maximal and Predacon forums with their respective Autobot and Decepticon forums.

8. I moved the Toy Sightings forum to be a subforum of the Transformers Toys forum. I figured it would be more noticeable if the sightings forum was available in the toys forum. Hopefully this will get some more attention.

9. HMW, Transtopia, and RPG forums are now subforums of the "Feature Forums" section. None of the links changed, I just thought the front page of the forums might look cleaner, more focused, and less intimidating if the individual sub-forums for those sections didn't appear on the Forum's main page.

10. And of course, there's the new BB codes that allow you to easily post YouTube videos, do strikes through text, and easily add spoiler text (finally).

So now I turn to all of you. What ideas do you guys have? No idea is too small, not idea is too unimportant. Small details make the world of difference. Share your thoughts!

Crazydevy.com Mean Robot Parts Update - New Head

Seibertron.com member Jenus was so kind as to inform us that the youngest unofficial 3rd party toy manufacturer crazydevy has updated their website.
The company that seems to have taken a liking to Devastators has recently announced that they will be releasing an upgrade set for the ROTF Legends Class Devastator called "Mean Robot Power parts", this set consists of hand replacements, a pair of wreaking balls and as of now a new head.

As you might make out from the image the new head is going to be more movie accurate.

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More Transformers Toy Images from Tokyo Winter Wonder Festival

Tokyo Winter Wonder Festival 2010 was held today, on February 7th 2010. Courtesy of Japanese Toy Blog: BLOG of TAABOU’S TOYBOX, we get to see the displays of many toys related to Transformers from Takara Tomy.

The main attraction was the Takara versions of Transformers Animated toys. Other items on display include the Alternity series, Disney Label, Device Label as well as figures from Revenge of the Fallen under N.E.S.T tag.








































You can find the original post here: http://d.hatena.ne.jp/taaboublog/20100207/p1.

Also check out clearer images from Autobase Aichi (Snakas Blog): http://snakas.web.infoseek.co.jp/event/1002wanfes.html.

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New Toy Galleries: Wideload, Sonar, Divebomb, Rollbar and Dirt Boss

More updates keep rolling in for the prestigious toy galleries of Seibertron.com. The latest addition are five Revenge of the Fallen scout class figures, some newly released and some older - Rollbar, Dirt Boss, Wideload, Divebomb and Sonar. Rollbar and Dirt Boss were part of the first ROTF Scouts released. Rollbar is a Delivary Van, while Dirt Boss transforms into the unusual Forklift. Wideload, Divebomb and Sonar are part of the first waves of Scout Class Figures in 2010. Wideload is a repaint of Rollbar, Divebomb is a bi-plane, and repaint of Ransack, while Sonar is a battleship and repaint of Depthcharge. You can check out each figure's galleries in their respective links and pictures below.

Rollbar


Dirt Boss


Wideload


Divebomb


Sonar


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Pre-Order Dates for TFCC Punch / Counterpunch and SG Cyclonus Nearing

Real nearby.

It's a catch phrase that describes the presence of Punch (or Counterpunch) and it also relates the release date of the character's subsequent Collectors' Club Figure. Along with Shattered Glass Cyclonus, Punch/Counterpunch look to be available for pre-order within the month. Check out the news post over at the TFCC website below.

Punch/Counterpunch and Shattered Glass Cyclonus will be up for Pre-order very soon. We are just waiting on the final confirmation of the shipping schedule. Fan response to both figures has been very positive, so if you are not yet a club member, now is the time to join so you don't miss out on these two great figures! To see all our Club Figures click the "Club Toys" button!

Remember...JUST for joining you will receive this years FREE membership figure, Dion! You won't have to wait till issue 32 of the Club magazine to see the Elite Guard in action. We will be offering up a sneak peak at one of the other members on Dion's team later this month in the Members Only section of the Club site.

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Transtopia Masterclass - Transformers Movie Grimlock

Transformers. What does the word mean to you? It's a passion. It's a dedication. It's a hobby. It's what you come to this website for. Ever since it's insertion in 1984, it's a franchise that has effectively been a part of our daily lives - it's a part of who we are. Among the hundreds of thousand Transformers fans, there are few and far between that can say Transformers has affected their interests, even so far as their job and lifestyle.

Simone Maganuco, also known as Seibertron.com member Yellow Camaro is one of the few who can fit the description above. After becoming a Dinobot fan at the age of 4, Transformers helped initiate his curiosity in meat eating Dinosaurs. 27 years later, Simone is a Vertebrate Palaeontologist. He's able to put his interest of Transformers and his job together.

Now what does this mean for us?

Like many of us here on Seibertron.com, Simone watched the Transformers Live Movies directed by Michael Bay. After seeing the movies, he was inspired to get a movie version of Grimlock done. Together with 3D Graphic Artist Sergio Rocco, they've done just that. Instead of the usual fleshed out robotic Grimlock that we're used to seeing, Simone thought it would be better if Movieverse Grimlock was based off a skeleton. Now together, they're here to show us their results. When the staff of Seibertron.com first saw the images, we were so mind blown that we just had to share this with everyone. Let's just say that this version of Grimlock would look mighty fine in Transformers 3. See Grimlock in all of it's glory below.




Sergio Rocco's website can be found here. If you have any Transformers related work, whether it be customized toys, pictures, or the occasional fan-fiction, feel free to post it in the Transtopia Forums!

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Images of Takara Transformers Animated Toys & Packaging

Japanese Toy Blog - www.dannychoo.com has posted new images that showcase Takara's Version of Transformers Animated toys.
Japanese toy collectors will be getting all new packaging for this series. The image also shows the Optimus Prime & Megatron 2 Pack in package as well as Prime & Bumblebee toys.





Japanese version of Transformers Animated cartoon is scheduled to be broadcasted in Japan on 3rd April 2010.

See original post here.

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