Twincast / Podcast #186 "NYCC 2017"

NYCC 2017 - In the latest episode of the Twincast/Podcast, "NYCC 2017", the latest reveals from Takara Tomy and the new products showcased at this years New York Comic Con are discussed in depth, some garnering prase while others raise questions. Our discussion begins with two reveals from Takara Tomy that seemed to be a given but still a pleasant surprise, Grand Maximus and Greatshot. We then take a look at the figures revealed at NYCC including the Terrorcons, more Pretender decoy shells and the last of the monsterbots, Grotusque. Botcon may be gone but it appears the shattered glass concept is alive and well in Hasbro's mind with the upcoming Rodimus Unicronus figure, which raised some questions with the crew. We take a break from the toy talk to answer a few listener questions including how to avoid burnout in terms of collecting, current distribution issues and its effect on buying in store versus online, as well as a fun question about which alt modes we would like to see more of. We have a brief round of Trainbot bragging rights before wrapping up with a special segment from the TFcon Podcast Panel.

Takara Transformers Legends LG-EX Grand Maximus and Greatshot Revealed

Masterforce Victory - Thanks to fellow Seibertronian and Twincast/Podcast member Razorclaw who found a tweet from @p2099 who posted some new images of LG-EX Greatshot and LG-EX Grand Maximus. The images are originally from Takara Tomy's Transformers website at tf.takaratomy.co.jp. Both are redecos/retools of Takara Tomy's Transformers Legends Sixshot and Fortress Maximus, both of which were released as part of Hasbro's Titans Return product line.

NYCC 2017: Gallery for #Transformers Power of the Primes Terrorcons Revealed #hasbronycc #NYCC17

Terrorcons - We have some exciting news and images for you. Every Terrorcon from Transformers Power of the Primes was revealed in full colour at NYCC 2017. We can see Hun-Grrr, Rippersnapper, Blot / Blight, Cutthroat / Windrazor, and Sinnertwin / Twinstrike. These are painted samples so the colours may vary from the finished product. Does Hun-Grrr look better now in colour? What does Blot turn into this time? Which is the best looking Terrorcon? Let us know in the comments!

NYCC 2017: #Transformers Power of the Primes Rodimus Unicronus Gallery #hasbronycc

Rodimus Unicronus - Next up on the block for our New York Comic Con Galleries is Power of the Primes Rodimus Unicronus! The surprising recolor of Rodimus Prime is inspired in part by the Shattered Glass series and still retains the "Upgrade" gimmick from his Rodimus Prime counterpart. Check out some of the images from our gallery below, featuring Nemisis, Rodimus Unicronus, and his vehicle mode, and then click any of them to be taken to the full selection.

NYCC 2017: Titans Return Grotusque revealed and now available!

GROTUSQUE - During Hasbro's Twitch Live stream at New York Comic-Con 2017, Ben Montano and John Warden from Hasbro's Transformers brand team revealed a brand new product. They unveiled Titans Return Deluxe Class GROTUSQUE, who was one of the original G1 Monsterbot characters from 1987. Grotusque comes in a box similar to the Hascon exclusive Arcee figure which you can currently purchase on ToysRUs.com. Grotusque also comes with a die-cast Titan Master figure ... none other than the evil Scorponok head (Lord Zarak?).

Transformers Toy Galleries

Colour Images of Takara Star Wars Powered By Transformer Crossover Darth Vader

Posted 8 hours ago by Va'al - 4,651 views

By ways of the Japanese Toys'R'Us website, we have colour images and line name for the new Darth Vader TIE Advanced X-1 figure from Takara Tomy: Star Wars Powered by Transformers! Check out the images below, and let us know what other figures you might like to see in this revamped line, in the Energon - Read More

Full Preview of IDW Rom Vs. Transformers: Shining Armor #4

Posted 8 hours ago by Va'al - 2,643 views

Our final IDW Publishing comic book preview for now features the penultimate chapter in the mini-series set in the past from both Rom's world and the Transformers - as Stardrive's story continues, and Ultra Magnus deals with some stuff right about now. Check it out, and head back here after its release for a review! Rom Vs. Transformers: Shining Armor #4 John Barber & Christos Gage (w) • Alex Milne (a & c) Stardrive is torn between joining her fellow Transformers and staying with Rom - Read More

Full Preview of IDW Rom: First Strike #1 (One-Shot) #HasbroFirstStrike

Posted 8 hours ago by Va'al - 2,195 views

Next up in our IDW Publishing previews, we have a full look at another First Strike tie-in comic from the Hasbro Universe: Rom! Featuring not only the titular character, but also the Micronauts squad, as the book serves as the second part of the story started in their tie-in (check our database here). Check it out! Rom: First Strike #1 Christos Gage (w) • Chris Panda (a) • Nelson Daniel (c) Rom’s team-up with the Micronauts leads our heroes right to the Dire Wraiths… and their new - Read More

Full Preview of IDW Optimus Prime: First Strike #1 (One-Shot) #HasbroFirstStrike #transformers

Posted 8 hours ago by Va'al - 2,819 views

Via IDW Publishing directly, we have a number of comic book previews for your viewing convenience, featuring Transformers and the rest of the Hasbro Universe - starting with the Optimus Prime tie-in to the crossover event First Strike! Check it out below, and head back for a Seibertron.com review after its release. Optimus Prime: First Strike #1 John Barber (w) • Guido Guidi (a) • Sara Pitre-Durocher (c) With Cybertron under siege by Baron Ironblood's forces, Optimus Prime and Arcee - Read More

New Machinima Transformers Titans Return Poster featuring November 14th Premiere Date

Posted 15 hours ago by Bronzewolf - 4,334 views

Scottimus Prime has notified us about a new post from the official Transformers facebook page, a new poster for Machinima's Titans Return series! While fundamentally the same as some of the previous posters, (still featuring Optimus Prime and Megatron facing off against Trypticon), this new version now includes the November 14th premiere date for the first two episodes. Check out the poster below and tell us if you'll be tuning in and watching the episodes next month on the Go90 platform! Make - Read More

Transformers: The Last Knight Deluxe Class Hot Rod Listed on Target.com, back in stock at Walmart.com

Posted 15 hours ago by Bronzewolf - 5,674 views

Thanks to a report from Seibertronian westjames/notirish, we have two interesting pieces of news, both relating to the Transformers The Last Knight Deluxe Hot Rod figure! First up is another chance to grab this elusive figure, as he is now back in stock at Walmart.com! Second is the strangest story: Hot Rod has been listed on Target.com in the US. This is the second time the (apparently former) Walmart exclusive figure has appeared on a non-Walmart website, further confirming that something - Read More

Exclusive Interview with Transformers Animators from Sequence Group

Posted 16 hours ago by william-james88 - 4,767 views

Seibertron.com had the pleasure of conducting an exclusive interview with The Sequence Group, a design and animation firm in Vancouver, who recently animated our favorite franchise, Transformers. Teaming up with Kabam, Sequence helped create cinematic trailers for the TRANSFORMERS: Forged to Fight mobile game. Through speaking to Sequence, we were able to gain better insight into the design of these digital 3D characters, not unlike the live action Transformers films. Due to the interview being - Read More

Twincast / Podcast Episode #186 "NYCC 2017"

Posted 21 hours ago by ScottyP - 5,689 views

Welcome to the latest episode of the Seibertron.com Twincast / Podcast! This episode features your host ScottyP with xRotorstormx, Megatronus, and special guest Mr. Starscream. Listen in as we discuss the latest news, toys, and more. Episode #186 "NYCC 2017" is available directly and in our RSS Feed, and should appear on iTunes, Google Play, and Stitcher Radio within 24 to 48 hours of when you see this news post. NYCC 2017 was a momentous convention for many reasons - and Seibertron.com - Read More

TFSource News! Takara Legends Greatshot and Grand Maximus, OM Omni, FT-20B, WiP Dinobots & More!

Posted 1 day ago by Va'al - 6,155 views

TFSource News! Takara Legends Greatshot and Grand Maximus, OM Omni, FT-20B, WiP Dinobots & More! NEW HOT PREORDERS: - Transformers Legends Series - LG-EX - Greatshot and LG-EX Grand Maximus - Fans Toys - Terminus Giganticus - FT-20B - Aegis Sentinel - Pack B - Transformers Encore - God Fire Convoy - Mastermind Creations - Ocular Max - PS-11 Omne - Transformers Legends - LG64 Seaspray & Lione (Sawback), LG65 Targetmaster Twin Twist, LG66 Targetmaster Topspin - Star Wars Powered - Read More

Transformers: The Last Knight Allspark Tech Hound, Barricade, Drift at UK Online Retail

Posted 1 day ago by Va'al - 7,068 views

Fellow Seibertronian MemphisR56 has sent in notification of a possible first sighting, not only for the UK but worldwide, of figure from the second wave (full information here) of the Transformers: The Last Knight Allspark Tech figures! Specifically, the UK Toys'R'Us website is listing Drift, Barricade and Hound as available for delivery - along with Fidget Cubes, and the starter pack with Shadow Spark - Read More

Transformers: Power of the Primes Collector Card Images: Dreadwind, Optimus Prime, Rodimus, More

Posted 1 day ago by Va'al - 11,684 views

This time via Facebook page TFCN, we have some more Transformers Powers of the Prime images- but of the collector card that will supposedly accompany the toys we've seen being slowly revealed through the most frustrating of practices the industry (our most recent story on the so-called leaks can be found here). The images mirrored below include tiny previews of what will come with the likes of Slug, Swoop, Jazz, Dreadwind, Rodimus Prime, Optimus Prime, and the Prime Master they are associated - Read More

Pre-Order Roundup for Takara Legends Grand Maximus and Greatshot

Posted 1 day ago by D-Maximus_Prime - 7,260 views

On this glorious Monday, we bring to you a roundup of all the new pre-orders set up for the upcoming Takara Legends Grand Maximus and Greatshot. These pre-orders have the price points for both figures set around $260 and $95, respectively. The expected release date for these figures is March of next year. Head on over to your favorite site now and get your pre-order in! TFsource: https://tfsource.com/legends-series/lg- ... - Read More

More Images from Transformers Power of the Primes: Prime Masters, Inferno, Dinobots, and More

Posted 1 day ago by Va'al - 25,701 views

We have even more images from upcoming figures in the Transformers: Power of the Primes toyline, courtesy of the usual suspects on Weibo social media. The images mirrored below include more looks at Elita-1, Moonracer and Inferno, plus Prime Master compatibility, package shots for Dinobot Slug and Swoop, and Windcharger, Skrapnel, Vector Prime, Micronus, and some more combination schematics for Abominus and Elita-1. Check it all out, and join the conversation in the Energon - Read More

HobbyLinkJapan Sponsor News - New Items October 16

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iTunes Preview for IDW First Strike #6 #HasbroFirstStrike #transformers

Posted 2 days ago by WreckerJack - 7,695 views

Today we are sharing with you a full preview of First Strike #6 posted by iTunes. Issue #6 is available for digital pre-order if you want to do so. This issue features Windblade, Soundwave, Arcee and many others. Looks like the fight is just getting started! If you have not already seen the First Strike #1 variant cover, check it out! Description War for the Core! Deep within Cybertron, the ultimate weapon to kill all Transformers is about to be activated! Meanwhile, Elita One plans to - Read More

Fire Breathing Megatron and More Concept Art from Transformers: The Last Knight

Posted 2 days ago by william-james88 - 13,180 views

The movie might be old news by now but artists are still proud to upload the concept art they produced for the film. And we can see why, you can see some stellar examples of the gorgeous work artists have done while this film was being planned. The shots of Onslought's back and Megatron breathing fire are from Josh Nizzi and the lansdcape shots as well as a shot of the staff are from Thomas Pringle. - Read More

Transformers Universe: Bumblebee Image and News Round-Up

Posted 2 days ago by Va'al - 14,843 views

In very different news, we have a handful of images from Instagram - courtesy of Twitter account Steinfeld News - featuring Hailee Steinfeld from Transformers Universe: Bumblebee and a number of location shots from the current production of the movie, which we learn is actually very close to completion (in terms of principal shoots). Check it al out below! Hailee's IG Story (October 12th) #BumblebeeTheMovie pic.twitter.com/1UlQ0EAPLD— Steinfeld News (@NewsSteinfeld) - Read More

Full Preview for IDW Transformers: Lost Light #10

Posted 2 days ago by Va'al - 11,347 views

The first of several previews for comics released this week from IDW Publishing comes via Newsarama, and features the crew of the Lost Light - the Mutineers, as we now know them - plus First Aid and the Protectobots (including quintessential character Rook). Check it out below! Transformers: Lost Light #10 James Roberts (w) • Jack Lawrence (a & c) HOMECOMING! FIRST AID, the Autobots' Chief Medical Officer, returns to the Lost Light to find that everything has changed: the ship is now - Read More

Even More Transformers Power of the Primes Leaks: Inferno, Elita One, Moonracer

Posted 3 days ago by Bronzewolf - 27,092 views

The past couple days have been rich with leaks from the upcoming Transformers Power of the Primes line, all surprisingly from different sources. We have yet another batch of leaked assets today, this time featuring art work of Elita One, Moonracer, and Inferno's robot mode. We also get a look at what seems to be a scan of the instructions for Volcanicus, the Dinobot combiner, as well as Elita One's collector card. Take a look at the images below and stay tuned to Seibertron.com for more - Read More

First Look at Transformers: Cyberverse Animated Cartoon

Posted 3 days ago by D-Maximus_Prime - 21,847 views

Comicbook.com has given us a new update on the upcoming Transformers: Cyberverse cartoon, in the form of a new interview and a first image! The interview states that the new series will once again focus on Bumblebee, but this time Windblade will be his main compatriot for the series. The series will deal with Bumblebee recovering lost memories of his past. You can read some snippets from the interview below, and view the first look image! Cyberverse will star Bumblebee and his best friend - Read More

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