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News Credits: 3656 · Mon May 03, 2010 2:17 pm

We received this message a few minutes ago from Hasbro ...

Hasbro wrote:Good Afternoon:

After tallying the results from several Transformers fan sites that ran
polls and forums, Hasbro is excited to start revealing the five nominees for
the "Fan's Choice" slot in the inaugural class of the Transformers Hall of
Fame. Each day this week (from today through Friday), Hasbro will unveil
one more candidate on Transformers.com.

Click on the link to see the first nominee:

http://www.hasbro.com/transformers/en_U ... inee-1.cfm

Then, starting next Monday (May 10), Transformers fans from around the world
can visit Transformers.com to cast their vote. The robot receiving the most
fan votes will be inducted in the Transformers Hall of Fame on June 26, 2010
at BotCon alongside Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Megatron and Starscream, which
have already been selected by Hasbro's Transformers Hall of Fame internal
panel of judges.

Roll Out!

News Credits: 8 · Mon May 03, 2010 2:29 pm

Yeah, I think everybody saw this coming. I'm sure Grimlock will be revealed tomorrow. And i'm betting for Shockwave later in the week as well.

News Credits: 32 · Mon May 03, 2010 2:38 pm

I hope Dinobot get chosen :PRAY:

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Mon May 03, 2010 3:33 pm

Go for it Soundwave! Though, it's going to be difficult deciding between him and Dinobot.

Mon May 03, 2010 4:19 pm

Soundwave's got my vote!

Mon May 03, 2010 5:16 pm

Wheelie! Wheelie! Wheelie!

News Credits: 487 · Mon May 03, 2010 5:19 pm

SOUNDWAVE’s origins are a mystery to all including MEGATRON. His distinct ability to symbiotically partner with MINI-CONS (aka Deployers) grants him an ability to go where others can’t and get what others want.

Is that what they're calling the cassettes now?

News Credits: 251 · Mon May 03, 2010 6:58 pm

Yeah! Soundwave is most DEFINITELY superior! In fact, in the Heavy Metal War, I made a tribute to him by creating Thunderstrike, the son of Mindmaster made from the wreckage of his ship, the Millennium. I told you guys he'd win! (Not really :lol:

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Mon May 03, 2010 11:06 pm

Go Soundwave! No shocker he'd get nominated, but I am glad to see he's the first one!

It'll be Megatron next (Pyro has her fingers crossed!)

News Credits: 5 · Mon May 03, 2010 11:17 pm

Bah. Soundwave barely deserves to be in the Hall of Fame at all, let alone in the inaugural class. All together now...

HE NEVER DID ANYTHING OF WORTH!

Choose someone for the first group that's not just another G1 Groupie. Choose someone who actually has a personality of his own. Choose someone on the basis of his own actions. Choose Dinobot!

(Heck, Grimlock would be a much better choice, at least he DID something when he was on screen or on the page.)

News Credits: 9 · Tue May 04, 2010 1:02 am

Pyrostrata wrote:Go Soundwave! No shocker he'd get nominated, but I am glad to see he's the first one!

It'll be Megatron next (Pyro has her fingers crossed!)

Err... Pyro, Megs was already announced.

emeraldbeacon wrote:Bah. Soundwave barely deserves to be in the Hall of Fame at all, let alone in the inaugural class. All together now...

HE NEVER DID ANYTHING OF WORTH!

Choose someone for the first group that's not just another G1 Groupie. Choose someone who actually has a personality of his own. Choose someone on the basis of his own actions. Choose Dinobot![/size]

You are kidding right? Soundwave has one of the impressive list of activities of any of the G1 characters.

Dinobot is a highly impressive character in his own right, and also deserves to receive a nomination, But it is for his honour that he has achieved his following, and to discredit Soundwave with nontruths belittles his commitment to honour.

Vote for the candidate with charisma and proven leadership. Vote for Soundwave.

News Credits: 905 · Tue May 04, 2010 9:58 am

Hasbro Inc today has revealed the second nominee of the final slot of the Transformers Hall Of Fame.
He is the creator of Computron, always feels he is more capable than Optimus Prime to lead the Autobot and the leader of Dinobot - Grimlock.

Check out the Hasbro article on Grimlock:
"Fan’s choice nominee #2 is: GRIMLOCK

“Me GRIMLOCK king!”

GRIMLOCK fought his way through the gladiatorial pits underneath Kaon to become one of the greatest warriors on CYBERTRON. Having joined the AUTOBOTS early on during the Great War, GRIMLOCK made it clear he never trusted OPTIMUS PRIME to properly lead the AUTOBOTS. Due to his shock and awe approach to combat, GRIMLOCK is not regarded as a great military leader. However, he has fought and survived through enough battles to earn top ranking position among the AUTOBOTS. Having struck out on his own, GRIMLOCK eventually found himself leader of the DINOBOTS, a special operations strike force unit that can power through most barricades and DECEPTICON strongholds. During a battle with the DECEPTICON SCORPONOK, GRIMLOCK’s vocal processors were damaged, leading to his awkward and distinct way of speaking. If GRIMLOCK has a weakness, it is his larger than Prime ego and his lack of patience.

Check out Hasbro official website here: http://www.hasbro.com/transformers/en_U ... inee-2.cfm

News Credits: 2 · Tue May 04, 2010 10:06 am

I am still holding out for Jazz to be number five

Tue May 04, 2010 10:10 am

No real surprise Grimlock gets a nom. Honestly... never liked him that much, but I will acknowledge he deserves it.

News Credits: 2 · Tue May 04, 2010 10:47 am

Hail him Grimlock!

News Credits: 251 · Tue May 04, 2010 11:25 am

Who knew? I knew. Anyone else knew? Yes, everyone else knew, except for those who don't even KNOW who Grimlock is. He's an obvious choice for runner up. If they would put his beast mode in the Heavy Metal War game, I MIGHT use it for a new character. Other than that, all Cassette Players are awesome, which include my homies Soundwave and Thunderstrike. :lol:

Tue May 04, 2010 11:30 am

Editor wrote:
Pyrostrata wrote:Go Soundwave! No shocker he'd get nominated, but I am glad to see he's the first one!

It'll be Megatron next (Pyro has her fingers crossed!)

Err... Pyro, Megs was already announced.

Just now caught that. #-o

News Credits: 7 · Tue May 04, 2010 4:58 pm

All Hail Grimlock!

Tue May 04, 2010 7:21 pm

SOUNDWAVE WILL DOMINATE!!!!

News Credits: 5 · Tue May 04, 2010 8:27 pm

Editor wrote:
emeraldbeacon wrote:Bah. Soundwave barely deserves to be in the Hall of Fame at all, let alone in the inaugural class. All together now...

HE NEVER DID ANYTHING OF WORTH!

Choose someone for the first group that's not just another G1 Groupie. Choose someone who actually has a personality of his own. Choose someone on the basis of his own actions. Choose Dinobot![/size]

You are kidding right? Soundwave has one of the impressive list of activities of any of the G1 characters.

Dinobot is a highly impressive character in his own right, and also deserves to receive a nomination, But it is for his honour that he has achieved his following, and to discredit Soundwave with nontruths belittles his commitment to honour.

Vote for the candidate with charisma and proven leadership. Vote for Soundwave.

I reiterate... Soundwave never did anything of worth or value on his own. His greatest achievements were the result of someone else's orders, or his minions' actions... not his. He had a cool toy and a cool voice... and that's about it.

Now, I'm resigned to his induction to the hall of fame, sadly misguided as it may be... I just wish more people would see him for the tool that he is, rather than someone with an actual PERSONALITY.

(Tomorrow's reveal prediction: Shockwave)

News Credits: 33 · Wed May 05, 2010 4:28 am

I think Soundwave thoroughly deserves his position in the Hall-of-Fame. His toy is excellent, the gimmick works wonderfully, and if you've read the marvel US\UK comics from the 80s, he's a sinister, power-grabbing bastard to boot.

If Shockwave wins next year, I'll be a very happy bunny.

News Credits: 609 · Wed May 05, 2010 8:04 am

Hasbro has revealed the third Hall of Fame candidate today. Straight out of coolsville, melodiously voiced by Scatman Crothers, and a brilliant strategist in his own right, Autobot Jazz is the next nominee.

Hasbro wrote:Fan’s choice nominee #3 is: AUTOBOT JAZZ
"I do everything with style!”

Before OPTIMUS PRIME became leader of the AUTOBOTS, he was known as Orion Pax and AUTOBOT JAZZ was his closest friend. Respected by his fellow AUTOBOTS for always taking the most dangerous missions in the war against the DECEPTICONS, AUTOBOT JAZZ became one of the best lieutenants for OPTIMUS PRIME. Always selecting a fast and stylish alt mode that reflects his cool and competent demeanor, and having studied the ways of the Cyber-Ninja, AUTOBOT JAZZ always takes in the situation before making any decisions. Once on Earth, AUTOBOT JAZZ quickly became enthralled with its many different cultures. Fascinated by Earth’s music, AUTOBOT JAZZ seamlessly picked up human slang, which he often uses to relieve tension amongst the ranks.

You can see the entry in its entirety here. You can also check out galleries of Reissue Autobot Jazz, G2 Jazz, and many more.

News Credits: 6 · Wed May 05, 2010 8:46 am

Awesome Jazz made it in! As Lil Jon said "Yeeeeeah"

Wed May 05, 2010 8:55 am

"Before OPTIMUS PRIME became leader of the AUTOBOTS, he was known as Orion Pax and AUTOBOT JAZZ was his closest friend."

Wait, are they trying to imply that Jazz is Dion?!

Great that Jazz got in. Hard to decide between him and Grimlock, but I'll probably go with Grimlock.

News Credits: 217 · Wed May 05, 2010 9:56 am

Julie85 wrote:"Before OPTIMUS PRIME became leader of the AUTOBOTS, he was known as Orion Pax and AUTOBOT JAZZ was his closest friend."

Wait, are they trying to imply that Jazz is Dion?!

Great that Jazz got in. Hard to decide between him and Grimlock, but I'll probably go with Grimlock.

No, Jazz was Ariel. Dion became Elita-1. Alpha Trion was a little senile even back then.