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Transformers Power of the Primes Blast Off to Be Release in July, Preorders Now Online

Date: Thursday, June 21st 2018 2:36pm CDT
Category: Toy News
Posted by: Va'al | Credit(s): RobotKingdom.com

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You'll remember from this much discussed news story from back when about the Transformers Power of the Primes toyline that not only are we getting - allegedly - the Takara Tomy Unite Warriors version of Blast Off in the POTP line, but that it also comes with Prime Master Megatronus, the big baddie himself.

Thanks to site sponsor Robot Kingdom, we now also know that the little dudeicus that forms Bruticus will be shipping come July 2018, and that pre-orders are now open with some limits depending on the source that you will use to acquire the figure - in this case, three per buyer! Take a look at the not image below (only used for reference), compare it to previous material, and join the conversation in the Energon Pub.

Product Code: E1796AS02
Availability:Pre Order
US$ 29.90

Product Description:

Preorder. Start Shipping on 1st July 2018.

***Limit to 3pcs per person, repeat order will be refunded.''
***Photos for reference only, exact product appearance is subject to manufacturer final confirmation.***

Better Look at Takara Transformers New Cartoon Accurate Masterpiece Optimus Prime 3.0

Date: Thursday, June 21st 2018 8:51am CDT
Category: Toy News
Posted by: william-james88

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The Tokyo Toy show gave fans their first look at the newst version of a Masterpiece Optimus Prime, which we will call MP Optimus 3.0 until we get an official number or labelling. However, photos were not allowed so the only photo we got was grainy and not the ideal first look at a figure that will probably cost fans a pretty penny. Luckily, MP Optimus Prime 3.0 features in the latest Figure King magazine and while we do not have high quality scans yet, we do have a much better look at the toy than ever before.

Fellow Seibertronian Cyberpath found these iamges and sent them our way so taht we can in turn share them with you. It is the same image shown at Tokyo Toy show but clearer and bigger, letting us see the details. We also get a frther confirmation that this will be released in 2019. Let us know what you think!

Hasbro Teases Product Reveal For Strange Amazon Listings

Date: Thursday, June 21st 2018 4:43am CDT
Categories: Toy News, Digital Media News
Posted by: Bounti76 | Credit(s): Scottimus Prime

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Remember a while back, when some very odd Transformers listings popped up on Amazon? Listings with names like "Transformers Greaser Gang", and the especially odd "Transformers Toilet Troop"?

Well, it looks like Hasbro was in on the odd names from the start. Thanks to a heads up from Scottimus Prime, we saw from Hasbro's official Transformers Instagram story that they are, indeed, up to something.








No word on when we'll find out what those listings mean, but with SDCC around the corner, it's probably safe to say that we'll find out soon. Any guesses as to what they might be?

Transformers: Shadows Rising Arcade Game Coming Soon, To Be Featured at Bowl Expo 2018

Date: Wednesday, June 20th 2018 9:18pm CDT
Categories: Event News, Game News
Posted by: D-Maximal_Primal | Credit(s): Arcade Heroes

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Remember back in March when there was news about a new Arcade shooter game that was meant to be a sequel to the Bumblebee centered game, Human Alliance? Well, we have news for you that the game has a release month and it will be shown off that same month at Bowl Expo!

The new game, titled Transformers: Shadows Rising, will be launching in July, and to advertise the new game, it will be featured at Bowl Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada that same month. This information all comes to us from an article posted on Arcade Heroes, which also contained a new updated picture of the actual game cabinet itself, which has undergone some slight modifications since the March showcase.

The game itself will be another shooter styled game, and will feature 3 unique locations, and is rumored to have a level set on the moon too. You can read the article up above, and check out a video done by Arcade Heroes of the gameplay from March as well as a picture of the new box below.

IDW Bumblebee: Movie Prequel #1 Full Preview

Date: Wednesday, June 20th 2018 9:08pm CDT
Category: Comic Book News
Posted by: D-Maximal_Primal | Credit(s): SyFy Wire

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Thanks to the SyFy Wire, we have a full preview available now for the IDW Bumblebee Movie Prequel comic! The full preview includes all 4 covers as well as the first 5 pages of the story, with some very James Bond-esque vibes coming from the story. And we do get to see Bee begin to transform, though it appears as though page 6 is where we will get his full reveal.

Check it out below, and let us know what you think of this new IDW movie series comic, the first in a long time (other than that one about the Schick Hydro bot) we might add! And be ready, for the first issue is set to hit the streets here very soon!

BBTS News: Predaking, Ghostbusters, Pacific Rim, Kingdom Hearts, Macross, ANOES, DC, Star Wars & More!

Date: Wednesday, June 20th 2018 5:02pm CDT
Categories: Toy News, Sponsor News
Posted by: D-Maximal_Primal | Credit(s): BigBadToyStore

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Newsletter June 20, 2018





























































STAR WARS: THE VINTAGE COLLECTION HOVER TANK
Continue to build your Star Wars Fleet with the Vintage Collection Imperial Combat Assault Hovertank. This set comes complete with large treads, several units of cargo, and features amazing weathered effects. The Hovertank is able to have up to three 3.75-inch figures ride inside.

$84.99  



GOTHAM G.C.P.D. ID BADGE SET
Now you can join G.C.P.D.'s boys in blue with the Gotham TV Series G.C.P.D. ID Badge Set. This set features G.C.P.D. badges from your favorite Gotham TV series characters: James Gordon, Harvey Bullock, Dr. Leslie "Lee" Thompkins and Edward "Ed" Nygma.

$14.99  



DOOM PATRIOTGUY COLLECTIBLE FIGURE
The Patriotguy collectible figure comes with articulation and sound. Standing approx 9 inches tall and made using high quality PVC, the Patriotguy collectible action figure features articulation at the neck, shoulders, elbows, wrists and waist as found in the game. At the press of a button, it also plays the E1M1 Hangar theme heard in the game!

$39.99  



POP! STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS
Star Wars: The Clone Wars Pop! figures are here to stop the Separatists! The Force is strong with this wave, including the Jedi Knight Anakin Skywalker, his Padawan Ahsoka Tano, General Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Grand Master Yoda!

$9.99  



1/6 SCALE FIGURES & ACCESSORIES
Create and customize your own 1/6 scale figures with scaled down accessories!

   



STAR WARS METAL EARTH MODEL KITS
Metal Earth's amazingly detailed DIY models start as 4-inch square steel sheets and finish as amazing 3-D models. Use the easy-to-follow instructions included with the sheet to pop out the pieces, bend the tabs, and connect them at the attachment points!

$15.99  



BIOWORLD UMBRELLAS
With the underprint umbrellas, the reverse folding design minimizes the amount of water you bring into your car or home! Use the unique C-shaped handle for multiple carrying options. You can also grab some awesome LED light-up umbrellas to walk in the dark stormy nights.

   



LORD OF THE RINGS MINI EPICS
Digitally sculpted by 3D artist Mauro Santini (Ghost in the Shell, Warcraft), and developed by the Weta Collectibles team, MINI EPICS are high-end vinyl figures from the world of the screen—and far beyond!

$29.99  



PACIFIC RIM: UPRISING ROBOT SPIRITS GIPSY AVENGER
A legend reborn! The lead Jaeger from the 2018 film "Pacific Rim: Uprising" joins the Robot Spirits line! This highly articulated figure includes two types of weapons, optional forearms, optional hands, a chain sword, and a gravity sling.

$19.99  



TRANSFORMERS VINTAGE AUTOBOT CAVALIER HOT ROD
Experience the figures that started it all. This Transformers: Vintage G1 Autobot Hot Rod figure is designed like the original G1 version–including figure styling, packaging, and art inspired by the 1986 G1 release, plus classic tech specs and accessories. (Re)start a vintage Transformers collection with this Autobot Hot Rod figure!

$59.99  



STREET FIGHTER BISHOUJO CAMMY (ALPHA COSTUME)
Kotobukiya's Bishoujo statue from Street Fighter is none other than Cammy with a different outfit as seen in Street Fighter Zero! Due to the high demand from fans, Kotobukiya returns to this popular fighter, but this time in her Alpha costume. Cammy is sculpted in detail by Gill Gill from her muscular physique to her natural blonde braids and gauntlets.

$79.99  



STAR TREK KHAN 1/6 SCALE FIGURE
Standing approximately 12 inches tall, every element, from the gold collar insignia to his custom black boots, is authentically reproduced on this Khan figure. The original portrait of Ricardo Montalban as Khan has an authentic, hand-painted likeness.

$149.99  



SAFARI LTD. DINOSAUR, DRAGON, & MYTHICAL REALMS FIGURES
Bring your favorite animals and creatures to life with these awesome realistic dinosaur figures, beautiful dragon figures, and Mythical Realms figures from Safari! Each have been painted and sculpted with great detail.

   



FUNKO POP!
Pop! figures bring your favorite characters to life with a unique stylized design. Each vinyl figure stands 3.75 inches tall and comes in window box packaging, making them great for display!

   
 


Thanks for your interest in BigBadToyStore.com! Check out the cool items we have listed above, and visit the site for many more! 
-- Joel & The BBTS Crew

 

New Rescue Bots 3 Pack Available at Amazon

Date: Wednesday, June 20th 2018 9:19am CDT
Category: Toy News
Posted by: william-james88 | Credit(s): Amazon

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Amazon has a new 3 pack available for parents and Transformers Rescue Bots fans. The 3 figures in it have all been released before but this gives us another chance to get them. There are slight differences to the previous releases as well. Here is a breakdown of what the 3 pack entails and what is new.

Optimus is the 2011 tooling with a new paint app (white stripe on the chest + logo) and a silver version of the accessory that came with the Energize version.

Heatwave and Chase look to have figures unchanged from their Energize releases, with Chase also having a silver colored accessory as opposed to the clear blue.

They are packaged in a non embellished brown box which has been a trend on these Rescue Bot toys found on Amazon.

The 3 pack is available right now for $44.99.

IDW Transformers and Hasbro Universe Comics Solicitations for September 2018

Date: Wednesday, June 20th 2018 8:50am CDT
Category: Comic Book News
Posted by: Va'al | Credit(s): IDW

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As it's the penultimate Wednesday of the month, we have the full IDW Publishing solicitations for their comics releases, this time for September 2018! Transformers are of course where we're focusing - though there is a stranded Hasbro Universe TPB in the form of MASK - and it appears the end of the continuity has been pushed to October, with the double-shipping plan over summer previously reported completely abandoned for now.

Also, we get more of a look at the Star Trek vs Transformers mini-series we reported on yesterday, with extra covers featuring the likes of Spock, McCoy, Sulu with Kirk and Lt. Arex from the Star Trek Animated series, some Klingons, Caitian Lt. M’ress, plus Optimus, Bumblebee, Windblade, Megatron, Starscream, and Reflector. All of this of course, alongside Optimus Prime, Lost Light, Unicron, and the Bumblebee movie prequel!

Transformers: Lost Light #24—Cover A: Nick Roche—SPOTLIGHT
James Roberts (w) •Brandon Cahill (a) • Nick Roche (c)
LAST STAND! All they wanted was an adventure. Now, as worlds turn to dust and every sacred truth is undone, as everything they’ve run from catches up with them and every gruesome future comes to pass, Rodimus and his loved ones just want it all to stop. But the end of the universe waits for no one, and so the survivors of the Lost Light must take up arms… for the very last time.
FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Transformers: Lost Light #24—Cover B: Geoff Senior—SPOTLIGHT
James Roberts (w) • Jack Lawrence (a) • Geoff Senior (c)
FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:
Only two issues left! Closing a story six years in the making!
Don’t miss the B cover by beloved Transformers artist Geoff Senior!
Black & White variant cover by Jack Lawrence!

Optimus Prime #24—Cover A: Kei Zama—SPOTLIGHT
John Barber (w) • Andrew Griffith (a) • Kei Zama (c)
YOUTH IN REVOLT! As Unicron approaches, Optimus Prime’s colonist soldiers take matters into their own hands. With Autobot forces spread thin, will anybody stand in their way? And—more importantly—SHOULD anybody stop them?
FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Optimus Prime #24—Cover B: Andrew Griffith—SPOTLIGHT
John Barber (w) • Andrew Griffith (a & c)
FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:
Ties in to the Unicron event!
Part of the summer of Transformers—all building up to the end of the universe as we know it!
The penultimate issue before the conclusion you have to see to believe!
Black & white variant cover by Kei Zama!

Transformers: Unicron #5 (of 6)—Cover A: Alex Milne—SPOTLIGHT
John Barber (w) • Alex Milne (a & c)
THE END IS HERE! The Transformers bots make one last, desperate stand against Unicron, as Optimus Prime plunges deep into the monster—and into the dark history that spawned them both.
FC • 32 pages • $4.99

Transformers: Unicron #5 (of 6)—Cover B: James Raiz—SPOTLIGHT
John Barber (w) • Alex Milne (a) • James Raiz (c)
FC • 32 pages • $4.99

Bullet points:
The final battle rages as Unicron attacks the Earth!
Jam-packed with guest stars in a battle for survival—but will anyone make it out alive?
Variant covers by Fico Ossio and Francesco Francavilla!

Transformers: Bumblebee Movie Prequel #4 (of 4)—Cover A: Andrew Griffith
John Barber (w) • Andrew Griffith (a & c)
In 1960s England, Bumblebee and his super-spy allies infiltrate the Decepticons’ clandestine island headquarters. Is it a trap? Of course it’s a trap. But in the high-stakes game of counterintelligence, who’s trapping who?
FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Transformers: Bumblebee Movie Prequel #4 (of 4)—Cover B: Fico Ossio
John Barber (w) • Andrew Griffith (a)• Fico Ossio (c)
FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:
The prequel to the new Bumblebee film (coming this winter), geared toward a younger audience!
Sometimes serious, sometimes campy action spy adventure for fans of James Bond or Mission Impossible!
Black & white variant cover by Andrew Griffith!

Transformers: Bumblebee Movie Prequel: From Cybertron with Love—SPOTLIGHT
John Barber (w) • Andrew Griffith (a) • Sara Pitre-Durocher (c)
Fan-favorite Autobot Bumblebee is recruited for a top secret mission, and 1960s London won't know what hit it when this robot in disguise goes undercover. It's high-tech, high-octane, high-clearance spy hijinks in.... From Cybertron with Love.

Some call him Goldfender, but the name's Bee... Bumblebee. On loan to MI6 and teamed with a human partner, Bee's trapped in the middle of a Cold War plot to disrupt British Secret Intelligence. But when their base is destroyed from within, it's up to Bee to discover if there's a traitor in their midst...and, in the spy world, allegiances can change just as easily as a Cybertronian. Collects issues #1-4!
TPB • FC • $14.99 • 96 pages • ISBN: 978-1-68405-229-5

Bullet points:
Advance solicited for October release!
The official prequel to the new Bumblebee film, in theaters December 2018.

CROSSOVER

Star Trek vs. Transformers #1 (of 4)—Cover A: Philip Murphy—GEM OF THE MONTH
John Barber & Mike Johnson (w) • Philip Murphy (a & c)
The Transformers ‘80s cartoon series meets Star Trek: The Animated Series in a no-holds-barred Saturday Morning mash-up for the ages!

At the edge of Klingon space, the Starship Enterprise finds there's more to the final frontier than meets the eye, when Kirk and his crew come face to face with the strangest life forms of all: Cybertronians! This unprecedented crossover brings together two of the greatest science fiction universes of all time—in the style of their classic animated series! A five-year mission meets a four-million-year war!
FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Star Trek vs. Transformers #1 (of 4)—Cover B: Philip Murphy—GEM OF THE MONTH
John Barber & Mike Johnson (w) • Philip Murphy (a & c)
FC • 32 pages • $3.99

Bullet points:
Written by two titans of their respective properties, John Barber (Optimus Prime, Transformers: Robots in Disguise, Transformers: Bumblebee Movie Prequel) and Mike Johnson (the most prolific Star Trek comic book writer of ALL TIME!)!
Philip Murphy’s A & B covers connect to form an amazing heroes and villains image!
Don’t miss two amazing R.I. covers from Paulina Ganucheau (Zodiac Starforce, Shade the Changing Girl) and Eisner Award-winning artist Derek Charm!

HASBRO UNIVERSE

M.A.S.K.: Mobile Armored Strike Kommand: Riding V.E.N.O.M.’s Trail
Brandon Easton (w) • Tony Vargas, Juan Samu, Drew Moss, Andrew Griffith (a) • Artyom Trakhanov (c)
M.A.S.K.: the special ops team that streaks into the dangerous landscape of dark wars, high intrigue, and non-stop action to stop the impossible threat of Miles Mayhem and his black ops squadron, V.E.N.O.M.

An untested Matt Trakker must lead M.A.S.K. through a complex new world order where nothing is as it seems! Plus, the origin of V.E.N.O.M.! Trakker goes on a solo mission to identify new recruits and, along the way, he crosses paths with Dr. Mindbender, who instructs him on the art of leadership and manipulation. Collects the M.A.S.K. Revolution one-shot, all 10 issues of the series, and the 2017 Annual.
TPB • FC • $29.99 • 296 pages • ISBN: 978-1-68405-341-4

Bullet points:
Advance solicited for October release!
Winner of two 2017 Glyph Awards: Best Male Character and Fan Award for Best Work!

All Australian Toys R Us Stores To Close Soon

Date: Wednesday, June 20th 2018 4:24am CDT
Categories: Company News, Store News
Posted by: Qwan | Credit(s): SBS News

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Just when you though it was safe to go back in the toy store... Following on from last month's development where Toys R Us Australia entered administration and was looking for an urgent sale, it would appear that the company was unable to find any such thing and will soon be shutting down entirely.

According to SBS News, all potential buyers have pulled out and the failing company has no other choice at this point. Many of the previous statements applicable to consumers still stand, but now with an ending date. Items of note include:

- Gift cards and vouchers continue to be accepted, as long as customers spend an additional equivalent amount (i.e. to redeem a $50 gift card, a customer would need to purchase $100 worth of product). This will be true up until July 5th.
- Online orders will be delivered, provided the order has been fully paid for and the stock is available. The online ordering system will be closing June 22nd.
- Lay-bys will be honoured until July 5th.
- Workers are expected to "receive all their entitlements from the proceeds of the liquidation and asset sales".

Aside from the closure itself, the big (if expected) news for collectors is that the company's stock will be liquidated through Toys R Us stores. This, hopefully, means upcoming sales, which is perhaps the biggest silver lining to this stormcloud of a story.

Toys R Us Australia is expected to shut down entirely "in the coming weeks", but there's no word yet on when exactly that will be. Rest assured we'll let you know once that information is shared. For now check out our story on Toys R Us Canada's success if you want a more optimistic spin, and as always, share your feelings on this development in the Energon Pub forums. And of course, keep an eye on Seibertron.com for all future updates to this ongoing saga.

IDW Star Trek Vs. Transformers Crossover Series Announced

Date: Tuesday, June 19th 2018 9:08pm CDT
Category: Comic Book News
Posted by: D-Maximal_Primal | Credit(s): iO9

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Thanks to a number of users, we have word that a new crossover is coming our way, but not one you would expect in any way. No, this is not a Hasbro Universe Crossover event, but rather a fun little event that sees our beloved Transformers face off against Captain Kirk and the Starship Enterprise!

This crossover was announced earlier today, and is set to feature the Transformers, as based on their 1984 cartoon selves, facing off with the Star Trek characters from the Star Trek: The Animated Series show, which began in 1973. This will not connect in any way to any other IDW Transformers story, and is simply a fun little 4 part comic that finally mashes up 2 iconic brands.

The series is being written by John Barber and Mike Johnson, and will feature the artistic talent of Philip Murphy and colorist Leonardo Ito. The first issue is set to hit in September, to help fill that empty space when the current IDW Transformers continuity ends.

Check out the original article HERE, catch some snippets below, and let us know what you think of Captain Kirk and the Starship Enterprise coming face to faceplate with Optimus Prime!

io9 can exclusively reveal that this September will see the launch of Star Trek vs. Transformers, a new crossover miniseries from the creative team of writers John Barber and Mike Johnson, alongside artist Philip Murphy and colorist Leonardo Ito. The series—which will run for four issues—is inspired by the aesthetic and continuities from the cartoon iterations of both Trek and Transformers: the 1973 cult classic Star Trek: The Animated Series, and the original 1984 Transformers show.

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“This is a crossover several decades in the making, and we could not be more thrilled to bring it to fans,” Johnson said in a press release provided to io9. “John and I are having a blast writing the first meeting of Starfleet and Cybertronians, and Phil is the perfect artist to bring these two franchises together on the page.”