The Energon Pub

[WreckerJack]

For those saying "just go online" part of the fun for me is "the hunt" which you don't get online. Sure you spend more...

I actually save when it comes to buying online. Bus fare is 2.50 a pop for an adult, so if I am only going toy hunting I am wasting 2.50 on possibly finding nothing, round trip it could cost me another 2.50 if I don't make my transfer in time and my ticket runs out.

I try to wait until I have enough things to get free shipping, but avoiding the hassle of buses/gas money ordering can be more efficient even with shipping.

[WreckerJack]

Some new Transformers role play items have been discovered at a ToysRus in California. From what we can see both Optimus Prime and Bumblebee's swords are available in toy form. Have you ever wanted to whack someone with Optimus Prime's sword? Well now is your chance to pick up some foam weaponry.

[SpikeyTigertron]

True, there are those factors to consider. Not saying "the hunt" is feasible for everyone, but it's one of the few unique experiences to being a fan.

[WreckerJack]

True, there are those factors to consider. Not saying "the hunt" is feasible for everyone, but it's one of the few unique experiences to being a fan.

No worries. I just like pointing this out from time to time in hopes it will save people a couple bucks + some stress.

[chuckdawg1999]

Ready for some more confusion? The official Transformers Instagram account mentioned that the 24th was the street date for ONLINE TLK toys, brick and mortar will be Friday.

[Terrsolpix]

Where is this? All mine has is a few RID deluxes and a trillion Blasters.

[Va'al]

Ready for some more confusion? The official Transformers Instagram account mentioned that the 24th was the street date for ONLINE TLK toys, brick and mortar will be Friday.

I think the easiest was of phrasing all sightings now is:

TLK toys are definitely maybe out this week!

[WreckerJack]

Depending on how things go this week I will probably pop in to Target to see if they have anything. They mostly never do but if I have the time why not? (I'm looking for some Titans Return Figures anyway)

[Va'al]

If you're a Singapore-based Transformers fan, and the SuperFan IMAX event wasn't enough to quench your robot thirst, you have a chance at some more goodies and movie perks with The Last Knight Midnight Madness! Taking place on April 28th, at midnight, the Vivo City Toys'R'Us will be giving out hourly prizes, costume prizes, movie tickets, and more, according to their terms and conditions as shown below.

This further confirms the news by Hasbro that - while the 24th was the date for movie toys to be shown by retailers, their actual international sale date is indeed Friday 28th April. Confusing? Definitely. Marketing? Absolutely. Time to go hunting? For sure! Make sure to use our Sightings section to help each other out, and let us know if you'll be joining in in Singapore!

TERMS & CONDITIONS
1. Receive Transformers Goodie Bags, Movie Passes and Movie Poster

The first 500 fans in queue will receive a Transformers Goodie Bag filled with Transformers merchandise and more.
The first 50 fans in the queue will receive Transformers: The Last Knight - a pair of in-season movie vouchers.
The subsequent 50 fans (ie 51st - 100th) in queue will receive exclusive Transformers: The Last Knight double sided movie poster.
This promotion is only exclusive to the Midnight Madness event on the 28th April 2017 from 0000- 0300 hours.
One redemption per person per queue ticket. Failure to produce queue ticket disqualifies the person from redemption.

2. Participate in our Hourly Lucky Draw! Stand a chance to win a pair of Movie Premiere tickets each hour from 27 April, 2300hrs to 28 April, 0200hrs!
•Only participants in the queue will be entitled to participate in the Hourly Lucky Draw conducted by the Management.
•For prizes unclaimed, the Management reserves the right to redraw for next winner after 15 minutes.
3. The Best Dressed: Spread the hype and dress to impress with your Best Dressed Transformers outfit and stand to win Transformers product hamper worth $200 and Toys “R” Us vouchers worth $100. (Total prize value of $300)
•The Management reserves the right to amend or withdraw any terms without prior notice.
•The Management reserves the right to select no winners in our sole and absolute discretion and is not required to provide any explanation for winners selected.
•Prizes won by the successful winner are not transferable or exchangeable for cash, credit or in kind. The Management may at its discretion replace or substitute any of the prizes with another prize of equal or similar value at any time without prior notice being given.
4. Meet & Greet: TF5 Optimus Prime & Bumblebee Mascots

Get up-close with TF5 Optimus Prime and Bumblebee Mascots
By participating in the Meet & Greet with Transformers Mascots, participants hereby agree to disclose image/photo taken during the event to be used on the web for promotional purposes
This promotion is only exclusive to the Midnight Madness event on the 28th April 2017.

5. Participate and share about our event and TF5 movie toys on your Facebook pages to stand a chance to win a pair of Movie Premiere tickets! Simple share and comment “Like and Shared!” with the hashtag #TF5MidnightMadnessSG to double your chances winning! 5 pairs to be won from 27 April, 2200hrs to 28 April, 0000hrs!

The Management reserves the right to amend or withdraw any terms without prior notice
The Management reserves the right to select no winners in our sole and absolute discretion and is not required to provide any explanation for winners selected.
Facebook post sharing has to be made public to be eligible to participate in this contest.
The Management will inform winners via email.

[SpikeyTigertron]

Where are all the cool US/Euro promos.... I feel like we're getting the short end of the stick here

[Insurgent]

Where are all the cool US/Euro promos.... I feel like we're getting the short end of the stick here

Don't we usually get the tf films a little earlier than the US? I'd rather that to be honest.

[william-james88]

Where are all the cool US/Euro promos.... I feel like we're getting the short end of the stick here

Don't we usually get the tf films a little earlier than the US? I'd rather that to be honest.

Even better, you get all those Marvel movies before the US.

[-Kanrabat-]

Anyone who thought the Takara TLK 1 steps would be better painted? Well, too bad because they are the exact same POS as the Hasbro ones. I saw the pictures.

[william-james88]

Anyone who thought the Takara TLK 1 steps would be better painted? Well, too bad because they are the exact same POS as the Hasbro ones. I saw the pictures.

Were the AOE one steps better painted?

Also, I now have both One Step Hound and Barricade at Walmart for 0.00 dollars. They knew about the pricing error and didnt bother correcting it. But they didnt mind and neither did I (although this carelessness is really odd, I know they are a 230 Billion dollar business but they should care about losing money at some point).

[william-james88]

Transformers fan John redcorn has gotten a hold of Transformers The Last Knight Voyager Megatron and shared his thoughts on the figure, confirmed a few facts and took quite a few images, all shown below.

The main fact that he confirmed is that the voyager figure does not have a faceplate gimick. The face/head is static aside from standard head articulation at the neck.

Here are his thoughts followed by images.

Haven't seen the movie, I have to say the bot mode does evoke a close resemblance based on previews, but it might be a bit too dark. I do dislike the yellow "drool" and plan on coloring the chin and leave the yellow bits for the teeth. I'll admit it is a bit dark but then again the movie shots that I have seen seem to present a darkish metal tone (not a big deal).

The alt mode (I guess) is pretty accurate but we haven't seen the movie representation yet. Overall I am liking how the Voyager figures (Prime and Megatron) are nailing it with accuracy. The figure has some good playability/durability. It is pretty thick, akin to the Galvatron figure. I can imagine throwing it around in a bin and it won't break. The transformation is very intuitive without being “dumbed down” by cheating.

But yeah, this figure was very impressive and it definitely will be THE Megatron for my movieverse collection. Don't get me wrong, I like the new ROTF Megatron but I think the new one is definitely a couple of notches better.

[Amelie]

As a toy, this voyager is pretty damned cool. Not sold on the "Transformers" part, but thats a different thing entirely. It looks much more techno-organic than alien robot, a bit like a Giger design in some ways.

[Carnivius_Prime]

Cool. Size looks decent and not too scaled down when compared to previous voyager class figures. This is very likely to be my choice of main movie Megatron too.

[Dr. Caelus]

As a toy, this voyager is pretty damned cool. Not sold on the "Transformers" part, but thats a different thing entirely. It looks much more techno-organic than alien robot, a bit like a Giger design in some ways.

If it had some bright colors the aesthetic might remind me of some of Marvel's late G1 or G2 designs. The G2 Cybertronians and Liege Maximo had that feel, I think.

[Amelie]

As a toy, this voyager is pretty damned cool. Not sold on the "Transformers" part, but thats a different thing entirely. It looks much more techno-organic than alien robot, a bit like a Giger design in some ways.

If it had some bright colors the aesthetic might remind me of some of Marvel's late G1 or G2 designs. The G2 Cybertronians and Liege Maximo had that feel, I think.

This design does more have hints of Clench or even Stalker, yeah. Definitely missing some contrasting colours to bring out the depth of the design, too. Also a reason the robots look a bit... naff... on screen - they're often so dark you can't see what part is what.

[Insurgent]

Hehehe. That cheesy grin gets me every time. Probably the only part of this figure I don't like. May paint him if I found myself with him. Would have to see.


Ah HA! That shows what's off with the new prime! The extra silver on his cheeks! I knew he wasn't looking quite right in the face, but couldn't place it.

[leokearon]

I bought one of the Tiny Turbo Chargers blind bags today and decided to take a couple of pics for everyone. I got Blackout, I was hoping for Hound but I didn't feel Blackouts Rotaors








Still he isn't a bad toy, he reminds me of the Bot Shots but with a bit more possibility (his arms are on ball joints and his hips have a single bar through them) and no Auto-transforming. The Rotors don't rotate though

[-Kanrabat-]

When I see that voyager Megatron, it will be an instant buy on day one! Not sure about the leader though. But that voyager? Definitely. Also, I have all the other voyager Megatrons so it's a given.

[Tyrannacon]

Definitely liking the look of Voyager TLK Megatron. I really wish it was released already, but unfortunately we have to wait for the distribution to catch up.

[william-james88]

As a toy, this voyager is pretty damned cool. Not sold on the "Transformers" part, but thats a different thing entirely. It looks much more techno-organic than alien robot, a bit like a Giger design in some ways.

It looks more like a non transforming robot wearing armour, thats for sure. but I dont mind.

[-Kanrabat-]

As a toy, this voyager is pretty damned cool. Not sold on the "Transformers" part, but thats a different thing entirely. It looks much more techno-organic than alien robot, a bit like a Giger design in some ways.

It looks more like a non transforming robot wearing armour, thats for sure. but I dont mind.

The transformation is very interesting. Maybe it was already posted before but have a video review: