Greetings Sourcefans!
This week we've restocked some popular items like
Reissue Commemorative Series Optimus Prime,
MP-12T - Masterpiece Tigertrack, and a bunch of items from
Junkion Blacksmith. Instock this week we have
Xovergen - TF-01B - Trailer Force - Black Nemesis Version,
Fansproject - Causality M3 Crossfire Intimidator, and
MP-08 Masterpiece Grimlock - Asia Exclusive with Flame Sword & Crown Coin. You can also preorder
MP-18 - Masterpiece Bluestreak - Exclusive Edition,
MP-14 - Masterpiece Red Alert,
MP-20 - Masterpiece Wheeljack - with coin and Anti-Hypnosis Device, and
FansToys FT-04 Scoria! Check out the
Source Blog for our latest Source Articles, Reviews and Interviews! All this and more... in this week's SourceNews!
In this issue of SourceNews:
1.
TFsource Restock!2.
Now up for Preorder - Fanstoys Scoria!3.
Masterpiece Updates! 4.
Fansproject Intimidator Set of 5 Now Instock!5.
theToySource.com Updates!6.
Now Instock - Xovergen Trailerforce - Nemesis Version!7.
Unique Toys Update!8.
Now up for preorder DB-01 Air Strike!9.
3rd Party Preorders!10.
MMC Fortis Now Instock! Dazzling Glory Add-0n Restocked!11.
Make Toys Green Giant Restock up for Preorder!12.
Warbotron - Up for Preorder! 13.
Source Blog Updates!14.
Newest Preorder items at TFsource15.
Newest Instock items at TFsource_____________________________________________
1. TFsource Restock!We've just restocked the Reissue Commemorative Optimus Prime! Order yours at TFsource here:
Reissue Commemorative Series Optimus PrimeWe've restocked several pieces from Junkion Blacksmith! Check them out here:
TFsource - Your Source for Junkion Blacksmith Customs!We've also restocked a very small amount of MP Tigertrack here:
MP-12T - Masterpiece Tigertrack_____________________________________________
2. Now up for Preorder - Fanstoys Scoria!Wow, check out the test shot photos of Fanstoys Scoria! Available for preorder at TFSource here:
FansToys FT-04 Scoria_____________________________________________
3. Masterpiece Updates!MP-12G Masterpiece G2 Sideswipe - Release Date! For those eagerly awaiting MP-12G G2 Sideswipe, the scheduled release date is 2/20 in Japan, instock around the end of the month! Preorders up at TFsource here:
MP-12G - Masterpiece G2 Sideswipe Now Up for Preorder - MP-18 - Masterpiece Bluestreak - Exclusive Edition! This is a limited edition MP-18 Bluestreak Exclusive figure. Colors are unknown at this time, but will be updated once revealed. Preorder here:
MP-18 - Masterpiece Bluestreak - Exclusive Edition Now instock - MP-08 Masterpiece Grimlock reissue! $199.95 + FREE US SHIPPING on this big guy! International customers also get reduced shipping costs. Includes bonus Flame Sword add-on, crown and collector's coin! Order yours at TFsource here:
MP-08 Masterpiece Grimlock - Asia Exclusive with Flame Sword & Crown CoinNow up for preorder - MP-14 Masterpiece Red Alert - 2nd Production Run! No info if this piece will vary from the first at all, most likely it will be the same. Available late in 2014! Preorder yours at TFsource here:
MP-14 - Masterpiece Red Alert - 2nd Production RunMP-20 Wheeljack Up for Preorder! For only $7 more, you can get him with a collector's coin and Anti-Hypnosis Device. Preorder either version at TFSource by clicking the links below:
MP-20 - Masterpiece WheeljackMP-20 - Masterpiece Wheeljack - with coin and Anti-Hypnosis Device Now back up for preorder - MP-12 Masterpiece Sideswipe - 2nd Production Run! Unlike all the unsubstantiated preorders that were listed prior by other sites for a 2nd run of MP-12 Sideswipe that didn't exist, this one is confirmed, and back up for the original preorder price of $79.99! Plus this version is supposed to fix many of the QC issues associated with the first. Due out in March/April - preorder yours today! Preorder yours at TFsource here:
MP-12 - Masterpiece Sideswipe - Lambor - 2nd Production RunNow Instock - Masterpiece MP-19 Smokescreen! Just in time for the holidays, we've received shipment of MP-19 Smokescreen. Order here:
MP-19 - Masterpiece SmokescreenCheck out these other Masterpiece figures also now instock:
MP-13 - Masterpiece Soundwave - 2nd Production Run
MP-10 - Masterpiece Optimus Prime - Second Edition with Stand
MP-17 - Masterpiece Prowl
MP-18 - Masterpiece Bluestreak
MP-10B - Masterpiece Black Convoy - Optimus PrimeMP-11 Masterpiece Coronation Starscream Now up for Preorder! We have opened back up preorders for the extremely popular MP-11 Masterpiece Coronation Starscream! If you preordered already the stock will be in in December, any preorders placed going forward will be filled in February/March 2014.Preorder yours at TFSource here:
MP-11 - Masterpiece Starscream - Coronation Set - Asia Exclusive ReissueMP-13B Soundblaster Preorder Update! News from Japan - supposedly MP-13B Soundblaster will include a chest panel in both purple and red so you can display him cartoon accurate or toy accurate! Preorder yours at TFsource here:
Masterpiece MP-13B Soundblaster & RatbatPreorders for MP-22 - Masterpiece Ultra Magnus - With Perfect Edition Trailer are now live! Note: Pricing is not finalized and is estimated, if pricing is reduced at a later date all preorders will reflect the updated pricing so there is no risk in preordering! Additionally all information is tentative, once final product photos and pricing is available we will update the listing to reflect this. Preorder yours today!
MP-22 - Masterpiece Ultra Magnus - with Perfect Edition Trailer_____________________________________________
4. Fansproject Intimidator Set of 5 Now Instock!We have now available for sale a Fansproject - Causality M3 Crossfire Intimidator - Full Set of 5! This listing isn't for a giftset, but a complete set of all five figures! It's at a slight discount compared to the individual listings and get FREE US shipping/reduced international shipping in checkout! Order at TFsource here:
Fansproject - Causality M3 Crossfire Intimidator - Full Set of 5Fansproject - Causality CA-13 Diesel - Now Instock! Order here:
Fansproject - Causality CA-13 Diesel & M3 Crossfire SetWaiting for your Diesel to arrive? Check out TJ's new review on the TFSource Blog here:
http://tfsource.com/blog/toy-reviewpictorial-fansprojects-diesel-and-m3-combined-mode/Fansproject Function-X Smart Robin is back instock! Order yours at TFsource here:
Fansproject - Function X-3: Smart RobinNow Restocked - Fansproject - Function X-2: Quadruple-U! Order here:
Fansproject - Function X-2: Quadruple-U_____________________________________________
5. theToySource.com Updates!We've just added nearly 20 new Bandai Preorders at theToySource! See them all here:
http://bit.ly/1dtQzvI. From Dragonball Z, to Saint Seiya, even Hello Kitty!
theToySource - Your Source for Bandai Collectibles!Now up for preorder - S.H. Figuarts Mario figure and playsets! Preorder yours at theToySource here:
http://thetoysource.com/mario/
Three sets available:
-Mario with Mushroon, Gold Coin and ? block
-Playset A - Goomba, Gold Coin, 2 Blocks, Display Stand for Mario
-Playset B - 2 Pipes, Goomba, Turtle Shell, 2 Hands, Parts
Now Instock - S.H. Figuarts Sailor Mars! Order here:
S.H. Figuarts - Sailor Mars_____________________________________________
6. Now Instock - Xovergen Trailerforce - Nemesis Version!Just arrived in our warehouse - Xovergen Trailerforce - Nemesis Version! Order yours at TFsource here:
Xovergen - TF-01B - Trailer Force - Black Nemesis Version_____________________________________________
7. Unique Toys Update!Now Instock - Unique Toys Sharp Claw! The box for this guy is massive, and includes all the add on weaponry and wings to form War Leo. Preorders are being processed, order yours at TFSource here:
Unique Toys - War Lord - UT-W05 War Leo - Sharp ClawNow up for preorder - Unique Toys Soundmixer! Fully transformable, figure stands 17CM/6.7" tall, approximately the same height as MP-17. Soundmixer's weapon parts actually become a cassette! Scheduled for release in March! Preorder yours at TFSource here:
Unique Toys - SoundmixerNow instock - Unique Toys Sharky! Start building your Sharky army today! Order at TFSource here:
Unique Toys G02 - Sharky - Set of 3!Check out TFSource Sponsored Reviewer' Peaugh's Sharky Review here:
Unique Toys G02 - Sharky Set of 3 | Source Review_____________________________________________
8. Now up for preorder DB-01 Air Strike!Now up for preorder DB-01 Air Strike! Stands an impressive 8" tall with an 18" wingspan! Picture is of a prototype, final product will feature chromed wings, as well as a sword and missiles that are also chromed! Preorder yours at TFsource here:
Bullsfire - DB-01 Air Strike_____________________________________________
9. 3rd Party Preorders!Iron Factory Add on Kit due instock in 7-10 days! We have limited stock remaining so don't miss out! Preorder yours at TFsource here:
Iron Factory - IF-EX01 FOC Grimlock Add-OnNow up for preorder - TFC Toys Phlogeus! The next member of Project Ares - this figure combines with Nemean and his brethren to form the mighty Project Ares! We also looked up the name, seems Phlogeus was an immortal horse from Greek mythology. Preorder yours at TFsource here:
TFC Toys - Project Ares - PhlogeusTFC's Prometheus Combiner - Gumball - Preorder Up! Preorders are up for TFC's Prometheus combiner 1st figure - Gumball! Preorder yours at TFSource here:
TFC Toys - Prometheus - GumballNow up for preorder X2 Toys - XT003 Japanese Trailbreaker & Hoist - Metallic Edition - Add on Ki! This great add-on kit uses a more metallic finish to match the Japanese Generations Hoist & Trailbreaker Set! Preorder yours at TFsource here:
X2 Toys - XT003 Japanese Trailbreaker & Hoist - Metallic Edition - Add on KitDMY Studios Add-on kits for Fansproject Aerial Upgrade Kits Now up for preorder! Yes, that's what we said... and upgrade kit for an upgrade kit! One version for the regular kit, one for the Snowman set, Aerial Team Appendage kits and Superion Sold Separately! If you look at the individual parts pictures, this is exactly what is included.Preorder yours at TFSource here:
DMY Studios - D-02 - Aerial Team Add-on - Upgrade KitsNow up for preorder - Mega Steel's M-03 Radio! Stands 18CM/7" tall (voyager size) and is made from ABS with die-cast parts! Due out in April, preorder yours today!
Mega Steel - MS-03 - RadioNow instock - Boosticus Retail Version! This is the add-on set for the retail version of Generations Bruticus! Not to be confused with the Black, SDCC, or Takara version of Boosticus! Order yours at TFsource here:
Xtransbots - BEK-01R - Boosticus Add-on KitCan't get enough Boosticus? Xtransbots announced the add-on set for the Takara/Tomy Generations Bruticus! Preorder yours here at TFsource here:
Xtransbots - BEK-01TK - Boosticus Add-on Kit - for Takara Bruticus_____________________________________________
10. MMC Fortis Now Instock! Dazzling Glory Add-0n Restocked!TFsource Restock - Dazzling Glory Add-on Set for Hexatron! This set is quite affordable and a great way to add some bling to your Hexatron! Order yours at TFsource here:
Reformatted - R-01 - Terminus Hexatron - Dazzling Glory - Chromed Weapon SetNow instock - Reformatted - R-05 - Fortis the Ground Assaulter! Order yours at TFsource here:
Reformatted - R-05 - Fortis the Ground AssaulterNow back instock - MMC's R-03 Bovis! This is our final shipment of this popular figure so don't miss out! Order yours here:
Reformatted - R-03 - Bovis the Supply SpecialistNow up for preorder: MMC's Feral Con Leo Dux! Preorder yours here:
Reformatted - R-04 - Leo Dux the Squadron Commander_____________________________________________
11. Make Toys Green Giant Restock up for Preorder!We will be receiving a small amount of stock of Make Toys Green Giant in February and at a great price! It's not clear we'll be able to get any more stock other than on the secondary market at a much higher price, so don't miss out! US customers get FREE shipping on this piece at over $150, international customers get reduced shipping on all orders over $150! Preorders up here:
Make Toys - Green Giant - Set of 6 Pieces_____________________________________________
12. Warbotron - Up for Preorder! The Mighty Warbotron is now up for Preorder! The figures will be released in this order: A, B, C, D, E. A & B are scheduled to be released in the same month, C & D the same month, but this doesn't mean at the same time and there always could be delays. We recommend using TFSource's Order Stacking to manage your preorders, or preordering in groups of 2 to take advantage of our FREE US shipping on orders over $150! Preorders up here:
TFsource - Your Source for great prices on Warbotron toys!
Warbotron - WB01B
Warbotron - WB01A
Warbotron - WB01D
Warbotron - WB01C
Warbotron - WB01E_____________________________________________
13. Source Blog Updates!
NEW SOURCE ARTICLE! Is Cubex Huff good enough to be considered a Masterpiece fit?
Source Blog | Masterpiece or NotNEW SOURCE ARTICLE! the Obtainable Holy Grail! What's your obtainable holy grail in TF collecting? An article all TF collectors can relate to, and a really great read - check out TFSource Blogger Matt Dennett's article! Read it here on the source blog here
Source Blog | The Obtainable Holy Grail - Part 1NEW SOURCE INTERVIEW! Artist, writer, collector, dealer, fan. You probably know Sid Beckett even though you think you don't!
Collector Interview | Sid Beckett NEW SOURCE ARTICLE! The true beauty of Matsushiro G1 Jetfire, Mexican Trailbreaker and Blu Tak!
Marginally More News To Me | Source BlogNEW SOURCE REVIEW! Thanks to TJ and his photo review of Unique Toys Mania King is now up on the Source Blog here:
http://tfsource.com/blog/toy-reviewpictorial-unique-toys-mania-king/NEW SOURCE REVIEW! Check out TFsource Sponsored Reviewer Peaugh's review of Mania King here:
http://tfsource.com/uniquetoys/messiah/. Scroll down the page to watch the video review on TFsource!
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14. Newest Preorder items at TFsource
Ultimetal - Transformers Optimus Prime - 17'' FigureMP-12G - Masterpiece G2 SideswipeMP-18 - Masterpiece Bluestreak - Exclusive Edition FansToys FT-04 ScoriaMP-14 - Masterpiece Red Alert - 2nd Production RunMP-20 - Masterpiece WheeljackMP-20 - Masterpiece Wheeljack - with coin and Anti-Hypnosis Device
Transformers 2014 - Generations Series 03 - Deluxe - Set of 3 FiguresBullsfire - DB-01 Air StrikeIron Factory - IF-EX01 FOC Grimlock Add-OnDMY Studios - D-02 - Snowman Aerial Team Add-on - Upgrade KitDMY Studios - D-02 - Aerial Team Add-on - Upgrade KitXtransbots - BEK-01TK - Boosticus Add-on Kit - for Takara BruticusX2 Toys - XT003 Japanese Trailbreaker & Hoist - Metallic Edition - Add on KitMega Steel - MS-03 - RadioTFC Toys - Project Ares - PhlogeusTFC Toys - Prometheus - GumballMP-12 - Masterpiece Sideswipe - Lambor - 2nd Production Run
X2 Toys - XT004 Interceptor Kit - Add on Transforming Gun for Titan MetroplexMake Toys - Green Giant - Set of 6 PiecesUnique Toys - Soundmixer
AFT Toys - AFT-07 Titanium SaintMP-11 - Masterpiece Starscream - Coronation Set - Asia Exclusive Reissue
e-hobby - Transformers Cloud - Optimus Prime
e-hobby - Transformers Cloud - MegatronWarbotron - WB01BWarbotron - WB01AWarbotron - WB01DWarbotron - WB01CWarbotron - WB01E
Voltron - 30th Anniversary Die-Cast Light-Up Set - with Sound and Stand
G-07 - Punishment - Add on KitXovergen - TF-01B - Trailer Force - Black Nemesis Version
Cubex - Ancestor Rebuilder Series 01 - Engineer Huff
Transformers Go - G25 - Black Lio Prime
Transformers Go - G26 - Optimus Prime EX Triple Changer
DaCaToys - Kronos
Xtransbots - MM-1 Krank & MM-2 Stax Set of 2
Transformers Generations Japan - TG33 Armada Starscream
Transformers Generations Japan - TG32 Minicon SetMP-22 - Masterpiece Ultra Magnus - with Perfect Edition Trailer
BTS-06 - Nova Lord
KFC - CST-D01 & CTS-D02 Set of Haymaker & Overslay 
Dreamworks Toy Factory - Bulkhead - Blast Cannon Weapon - Clear Purple VersionMasterpiece MP-13B Soundblaster & Ratbat
Million Publishing's Infiltrator StarscreamMP-20 - Masterpiece Wheeljack
MP-21 - Masterpiece Bumblebee
Reformatted - R-02 - Talon the Aerial Assaulter!Reformatted - R-04 - Leo Dux the Squadron Commander_____________________________________________
15. Newest Instock items at TFsourceMP-12T - Masterpiece Tigertrack
Fansproject - Causality M3 Crossfire Intimidator - Full Set of 5Xovergen - TF-01B - Trailer Force - Black Nemesis VersionMP-08 Masterpiece Grimlock - Asia Exclusive with Flame Sword & Crown CoinReformatted - R-01 - Terminus Hexatron - Dazzling Glory - Chromed Weapon SetFansproject - Causality CA-13 Diesel & M3 Crossfire SetReformatted - R-05 - Fortis the Ground AssaulterXtransbots - BEK-01R - Boosticus Add-on KitFansproject - Function X-2: Quadruple-UFansproject - Function X-3: Smart Robin
KFC - Xmas Trio Pack - Set of 3
DR. Wu - DW-P15B - Warhead - Add on Kit for MP-18 Bluestreak
DR. Wu - DW-P15P - Warhead - Add on Kit for MP-17 Prowl
Transformers Generations Japan - TG28 Megatron & Starscream Set
Transformers Generations Japan - TG29 SandstormUnique Toys - War Lord - UT-W05 War Leo - Sharp Claw
KFC - CST-05B & CTS-06B Airdancer Set of Jetdancer & Slamtank - Black Version
iGear - PP05D - Defense Specialist
Renderform RF-012R Hub Warrior – Retro Edition
Kabaya DX Series 2 - Road Caesar - Gum Toys Assorted Box of 5 Figures
iGear - MW-03C Hench - Comic Color EditionMP-19 - Masterpiece Smokescreen
THS-02B Hybrid Style - Black Version Convoy - Asia Exclusive
Fansproject - Causality CA-10 T-Bone
Fansproject - Causality CA-09 Car Crash!
Fansproject - Causality CA-11 Down Force
Fansproject - Causality CA-12 Last ChanceUnique Toys G02 - Sharky - Set of 3!
TFC Toys - TFC-08 Wings of the Uranos
TFC Toys - PS-02 Nemesis Primars Super-Deformed
Kabaya Gaia Scramble - Assortment 7 - Candy Toys Complete Set of 15 Figures
KFC - CST-02 Retro Ironpaw
Make Toys - Mobine Series - Chaos Paladin
Transformers GT - Super GT - GTR-04 Maximus!MP-18 - Masterpiece BluestreakMP-10B - Masterpiece Black Convoy - Optimus Prime
Encore #23 - Fortress Maximus!MP-13 - Masterpiece Soundwave - 2nd Production Run
Make Toys - Battle Tanker Series - Hyper Novae
Transformers G1 Soundwave - Linkin Park EditionMP-10 - Masterpiece Optimus Prime - Second Edition with StandMP-17 - Masterpiece Prowl
TFC Toys - Uranos - Full Set of 5
e-hobby - Japanese Generations MagnificusReformatted - R-03 - Bovis the Supply Specialist
Hong Kong ACG-Con Exclusive - Metroplex
KFC - CST-02J - Justice Ironpaw
KFC - Micro Robo - MC 20 - E.A.V.I Metal Version
TFC Toys - Project Uranos - F-16 Falcon
MECH iDEAS - Demolition Crue Set of 2 - DC-01 Apex & DC-02 Geminus
MECH iDEAS - WS-01 Long Blast - Add-on Kit
MECH iDEAS - Project Z & Prototype X - TFCon Exclusive Set of 2 Figures
Unique Toys - War Lord - UT-W03 War Bison
TFC Toys - Project Uranos - AV-88 Harrier II 
ToyWorld - H-01 Hardbone
ToyWorld - TW-T02 Aurora
KFC - CST-03 & CTS-04 Boxbomber Set of B-Box & BirdBomber 
iGear - MW-06 & MW-07 Mini Warrior - Duneraker & Veer
iGear - MW-05 & MW-08 Mini Warrior - Cogz & Bushwacker
Transformers GT - Super GT - GTR-02 Saber
Transformers GT - Super GT - GTR-01 Optimus Prime
Transformers GT - Super GT - GTR-03 Megatron
TFC Toys - Hercules - Full Set of 6
SR-71 Blackbird - including X-45 Phantom Ray
Masterpiece Grimlock & Henkei Jetfire - Cybertron Con 2013 Exclusive Set
DR. Wu - DW-TP15 Rain Storm Gun - Metallic Edition_____________________________________________
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