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Transformers Studio Series Thundercracker Listed on Entertainment Earth

Date: Wednesday, April 25th 2018 4:59am CDT
Categories: Movie Related News, Toy News
Posted by: Qwan | Credit(s): Entertainment Earth

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There has been some uncertainty around the Studio Series Voyager-class Thundercracker, up until now an exclusive to the slowly-dying Toys R Us chain of stores. Luckily for those who have been unable to find him so far and fear they might not do so before TRU shuts its doors for good, Entertainment Earth has added a listing to their website for this very figure!

The pre-order listing states Thundercracker will be available from their site some time in July (between one and two months from now), and is listed at $29.99 - the same price as Toys R Us charges (or was charging, prior to the slowly-creeping clearance discounts) - it's interesting to note, though, that he is still listed on Entertainment Earth as a "Toys R Us Exclusive". If you want that extra bit of security over hunting for him in stores, why not give the listing a look?

Are you still looking for Thundercracker? Or if you've found him, what do you think of the figure? Let us know your thoughts by posting in the Energon Pub forums!

The Chosen Prime Newsletter for April 24, 2018

Date: Wednesday, April 25th 2018 4:37am CDT
Categories: Toy News, Sponsor News
Posted by: Va'al | Credit(s): TCP

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THE CHOSEN PRIME NEWSLETTER FOR APRIL 24, 2018



Greetings from The Chosen Prime!

We have a number of new arrivals and pre-orders available, presented below.

Let us know if there's a particular product you're looking for that isn't listed here or on the website. Happy shopping!

LATEST PRE-ORDERS


Mastermind Creations R-27L CALIDUS LUMINUS
Estimated Release July 2018
SEN-TI-NEL Metamor-Force "Bari"Ation GOD GRAVION "Super Heavy God Gravion"
Estimated Release September 2018
Bandai Meisho Movie Realization KANREICHI ASHIGARU SNOW TROOPER
Estimated Release October 2018
TF DreamFactory GOD-05
Estimated Release 2018


Pose+ Metal Series P+01 GOLD LIGHTAN
Estimated Release Q2 2018
Toyworld TW-C07B CONSTRUCTOR Full Box Set (Yellow Version)
Estimated Release May 2018
Flame Toys Furai Model 01 - OPTIMUS PRIME (Attack Mode)
Estimated Release 2018
Fansproject SAURUS RYU-OH BEASTRUCTOR COMBINER GIFT SET
Estimated Release June 2018


Transform Dream Wave TCW-06 Upgrade kit for Volcanicus / Dinobots
Estimated Release May 2018
Transform Dream Wave TCW-05 Upgrade kit for Sixshot
Estimated Release May 2018
Transform Dream Wave TCW-04 Upgrade kit for Computron
Estimated Release May 2018
Transform Dream Wave TCW-03 Upgrade kit for Superion
Estimated Release May 2018


Unique Toys M05 RAGE WINTERCHILL
Estimated Release May 2018
Unique Toys M04 BROODLORD LASHLAYER
Estimated Release May 2018
MakeToys MTRM-13 SKYCROW
Estimated Release May 2018
MakeToys MTRM-12 LIGHTNING
Estimated Release May 2018


Mastermind Creations R-19 KULTUR (2018 Reissue)
Estimated Release Q2 2018
Mastermind Creations R-13 SPARTAN (2018 Reissue)
Estimated Release Q2 2018
Takara Diaclone Reboot DA-25 Powered System Maneuver Alpha & Beta Set (Maneuver Prototype / Space Marine Corps Ver.)
Estimated Release August 2018
Mech Planet The Hot Soldiers HS-14 IRON HERO
Estimated Release Q2 2018



X2Toys XT012 BLACK THUNDER
Estimated Release May 2018
Takara Diaclone Reboot DA-00 Powered System A & C Desert Combat Squad Exclusive Set
Estimated Release May 2018

Planet X BUGS: PX-17 MORPHEUS / PX-18 PHOBETOR / PX-19 PHANTASUS
Estimated Release June 2018


Takara Diaclone Reboot DA-24 WARUDER STANG SUIT
Estimated Release August 2018
Takara Diaclone Reboot DA-23 WARUDER FLINGER SUIT
Estimated Release August 2018
Fans Toys FT-29 QUIETUS
Estimated Release September 2018
Fans Toys FT-23 DRACULA
Estimated Release July 2018


TF DreamFactory GOD-06
Estimated Release Q3 2018
X2Toys XT011 GIGA RAIDEN
Estimated Release Q3 2018
Flame Toys Transformers TARN
Estimated Release Q3 2018
Mech Planet The Hot Soldiers HS-15/16 MINI CAR Set
Estimated Release May 2018



ARRIVING SOON


Gigapower HQ-04 GRAVITER (Metallic Version)
Arriving Soon!!!
DX9Toys D11 RICHTHOFEN
Arriving Soon!!!
Unique Toys Palm Collection Series YM-05 DAY and NIGHT
Arriving Soon!!!
DX9 Toys D12 GABRIEL
Arriving Soon!!!



NEW ARRIVALS


Mastermind Creations R-30 NITRO
In Stock Now!!!
Mastermind Creations R-31 ATER BETA
In Stock Now!!!
Mastermind Creations R-32 STRAY
In Stock Now!!!
Planet X PX-10 JUPITER
In Stock Now!!!


Storm Collectibles Street Fighter ZANGIEF (SPECIAL EDITION)
In Stock Now!!!
Planet X Seeker Set of 6 - MORS, FATUM, QUERELLA, SENECTUS, ACIS, SOMNUS
In Stock Now!!!
Bandai Robot Spirits Pacific Rim Uprising: SABER ATHENA
In Stock Now!!!
Bandai Robot Spirits Pacific Rim Uprising: OBSIDIAN FURY
In Stock Now!!!


Bandai Robot Spirits Pacific Rim Uprising: GUARDIAN BRAVO
In Stock Now!!!
Bandai Robot Spirits Pacific Rim Uprising: GIPSY AVENGER
In Stock Now!!!
Planet X PX-11 APOCALYPSE Full Set
In Stock Now!!!
Planet X PX-09 MORS, PX-12 FATUM, and PX-13 QUERELLA Set
In Stock Now!!!


X-Transbots MM-IX KLAATU
In Stock Now!!!
X-Transbots MX-II ANDRAS with RIMFIRE
In Stock Now!!!
MakeToys MTRM-11 METEOR
In Stock Now!!!
Wei Jiang NE-01 NEW EVOLUTION MEGAMASTER w/Bonus
In Stock Now!!!


Star Wars Black Series CLONE CAPTAIN REX
In Stock Now!!!
Generation Toy GT-10 BW T-Beast APE
In Stock Now!!!
Perfect Effect PC-19B BLACK GORIRA JR 2-Pack
In Stock Now!!!
Takara Diaclone Reboot - DA-19 BIG POWERED GV LAND BATTLE CRUISER
In Stock Now!!!


Takara LG-EX GRAND MAXIMUS
In Stock Now!!!
Takara Tomy Legends LG-64 SEASPRAY & LIONE
In Stock Now!!!
Takara Tomy Legends LG-66 Targetmaster TOPSPIN
In Stock Now!!!
Takara Tomy Legends LG-65 Targetmaster TWIN TWIST
In Stock Now!!!


Iron Factory EX05H WINDSABER (HUNTER)
In Stock Now!!!
Takara Movie Anniversary MB-20 NEMESIS PRIME
In Stock Now!!!
Takara Movie Anniversary MB-17 OPTIMUS PRIME (ROTF Version)
In Stock Now!!!
Takara Movie Anniversary MB-16 JETFIRE
In Stock Now!!!



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Variant Transformers Studio Series Optimus Prime with Blade Colour Difference

Date: Wednesday, April 25th 2018 4:27am CDT
Categories: Movie Related News, Toy News
Posted by: Qwan

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We have some more news for you hailing from the Transformers Studio Series toyline - specifically, the Optimus Prime figure in Voyager size class. According to site owner Seibertron, there appears to be a variant of the mold out at retail with some more accurately translucent orange 'battle blades' as seen in the fight scenes in the Transformers live action movies, especially with Revenge of the Fallen.

In Seibertron's words:

Original wave has a less translucent orange blade (73461) while second release has a much more translucent blade (80171). Those codes are the stamped codes found on back of box.

Take a look at your own Autobot leader, and let us know which version you have! Are you more interested in either of the two variants? Is this enough to make you double-dip? Join the conversation in the Energon Pub, and share your thoughts.

Netflix The Toys That Made Us Transformers and Other Episodes Releasing on May 25 #TTTMU

Date: Tuesday, April 24th 2018 4:30pm CDT
Category: Digital Media News
Posted by: Va'al | Credit(s): TTTMU

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Folks, we have a date! The second half of the first season of the Netflix documentary The Toys that Made US - focusing this time on Star Trek, Lego, Hello Kitty, and our very own Transformers - finally has a release confirmation for May 25th 2018, uploaded to all countries that have their own version of Netflix across the globe!

The first half, you'll remember, featured the likes of Barbie, Masters of the Universe, GI Joe, Star Wars toys, and was extremely well received in both fandoms of the respective franchises and the mainstream audiences tuning in to the show, to the point that it has already been renewed for a second season, as we reported here. And remember, this second half will not only feature the likes of Michael Bay, Peter Cullen, Bob Budiansky.. but also our site owner Seibertron himself! Tune in next month, and share your thoughts on the discussion boards.

New Trailer for Machinima's Transformers Power of the Primes Animated Series

Date: Tuesday, April 24th 2018 12:51pm CDT
Category: Cartoon News
Posted by: Bronzewolf | Credit(s): Machinima YouTube

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A trailer for the upcoming Machinima Transformers apower of the Primes cartoon has appeared online, specifically from the Machinima YouTube channel. The trailer is pretty brief, but establishes the cast, where we left off in the last show, and some new shots of new characters. It give us our first look at the Dinobots in action, Volcanicus, Predaking, and Optimus Primal, as well as our returning characters Megatron, Overlord, Windblade, Megatronus, and Victorion. You can find the new trailer mirrored below!


The past two installments of the series have gotten heavily mixed reviews from fans, and the short break in between Titans Return and Power of the Primes (just a matter of months), makes some concerned that they didn't have enough time to listen to critique and improve the show more. Though, it does fix one criticism that fans had: it is premiering while the coinciding toy line is still on shelves, something the previous two shows hadn't been able to match.
Power of the Primes premieres May 1st, on Go90 and the Transformers Tumblr page. Make sure to catch the official Seibertron review of the show shortly after each episode airs.

New Images of Transformers Power of the Primes Predaking in Figure Oh! Magazine

Date: Tuesday, April 24th 2018 11:35am CDT
Category: Toy News
Posted by: Va'al | Credit(s): Hobbymizer FB

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Via one of our regular news sources on Facebook, the Hobbymizer discussion group based in Hong Kong, we have an update on the upcoming Titan class figure part of the Transformers Power of the Prime toyline - combiner Predaking, with the Prime Master Onyx Prime!

The update, namely, includes images of the lineart sketches for the main combiner figure and the Predacons that form it, some prototype and cartoon reference shots, a small comparison with predecessor Devastator, and a colour look at both the Predacon team of Razorclaw, Torox, Headstrong, Divebomb, and Rampage, plus the combined Predaking mode - all found in the next issue of Figure Oh! Magazine. Check it out below, and let us know what you think!

'Leaked from Cybertron' Images of Transformers Studio Series Grimlock

Date: Tuesday, April 24th 2018 7:47am CDT
Categories: Toy News, Digital Media News
Posted by: Va'al | Credit(s): Transformers IG

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The official social media accounts for Transformers have shared another short clip collecting three images of the process behind the Studio Series figure for Leader class Grimlock - much like we saw for Blackout last him, right here.

What we get to see are the Dinobot leader's schematics, prototype figure and final retail version stock images, for both Tyrannosaurus Rex (vaguely) mode and robot mode, and we've embedded the clip below for you to view. Take a look, and let us know what you think! Did you pick one up? Is it on your list? Join the conversation in the Energon Pub!

Leaked from Cybertron: check out the evolution of our Leader Class Movie 4 Grimlock.

Transformers Power of the Primes Wave 2 Legends Sighted at Australian Retail

Date: Tuesday, April 24th 2018 5:22am CDT
Categories: Toy News, Sightings
Posted by: Qwan | Credit(s): 1azrael1 from Ozformers

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Australian collectors, the day has arrived! At least partially. Via Ozformers user 1azrael1, we have word that the second wave of Power of the Primes Legends have turned up at Australian mass retail! This is the wave that includes Tailgate, Battleslash and Roadtrap, and have been found at a Kmart in Penrith. Hopefully it also means that Wave 2 of the other size classes aren't far away from appearing down under, either. Check out the sighting on Ozformers' Facebook page here!

And speaking of which, here's a little bonus tidbit, which doesn't necessarily mean anything just yet but is still worth noting. Big W's website is now using images of Wave 2 figures on their online listings for "assorted Voyager" and "assorted Legends" toys. Whether this means they're getting them in soon or not, who can tell, but now may be the time to cross your fingers!

If you spot one of these 'bots (or any other figures) around stores near you, why not add it in our sightings section to help out fellow collectors? And as always, remember to stay tuned to Seibertron.com for more news and sightings!

The Chosen Prime Newsletter for April 23, 2018

Date: Tuesday, April 24th 2018 4:24am CDT
Categories: Toy News, Sponsor News
Posted by: Va'al | Credit(s): TCP

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Greetings from The Chosen Prime!

We have a number of new arrivals and pre-orders available, presented below.

Let us know if there's a particular product you're looking for that isn't listed here or on the website. Happy shopping!





. . . .

Pose+ Metal Series P+01 GOLD LIGHTAN
Estimated Release Q2 2018 Toyworld TW-C07B CONSTRUCTOR Full Box Set (Yellow Version)
Estimated Release May 2018 Flame Toys Furai Model 01 - OPTIMUS PRIME (Attack Mode)
Estimated Release 2018 Fansproject SAURUS RYU-OH BEASTRUCTOR COMBINER GIFT SET
Estimated Release June 2018


Transform Dream Wave TCW-06 Upgrade kit for Volcanicus / Dinobots
Estimated Release May 2018 Transform Dream Wave TCW-05 Upgrade kit for Sixshot
Estimated Release May 2018 Transform Dream Wave TCW-04 Upgrade kit for Computron
Estimated Release May 2018 Transform Dream Wave TCW-03 Upgrade kit for Superion
Estimated Release May 2018


Unique Toys M05 RAGE WINTERCHILL
Estimated Release May 2018 Unique Toys M04 BROODLORD LASHLAYER
Estimated Release May 2018 MakeToys MTRM-13 SKYCROW
Estimated Release May 2018 MakeToys MTRM-12 LIGHTNING
Estimated Release May 2018


Mastermind Creations R-19 KULTUR (2018 Reissue)
Estimated Release Q2 2018 Mastermind Creations R-13 SPARTAN (2018 Reissue)
Estimated Release Q2 2018 Takara Diaclone Reboot DA-25 Powered System Maneuver Alpha & Beta Set (Maneuver Prototype / Space Marine Corps Ver.)
Estimated Release August 2018 Mech Planet The Hot Soldiers HS-14 IRON HERO
Estimated Release Q2 2018

X2Toys XT012 BLACK THUNDER
Estimated Release May 2018 Takara Diaclone Reboot DA-00 Powered System A & C Desert Combat Squad Exclusive Set
Estimated Release May 2018 Planet X BUGS: PX-17 MORPHEUS / PX-18 PHOBETOR / PX-19 PHANTASUS
Estimated Release June 2018


Takara Diaclone Reboot DA-24 WARUDER STANG SUIT
Estimated Release August 2018 Takara Diaclone Reboot DA-23 WARUDER FLINGER SUIT
Estimated Release August 2018 Fans Toys FT-29 QUIETUS
Estimated Release September 2018 Fans Toys FT-23 DRACULA
Estimated Release July 2018


TF DreamFactory GOD-06
Estimated Release Q3 2018 X2Toys XT011 GIGA RAIDEN
Estimated Release Q3 2018 Flame Toys Transformers TARN
Estimated Release Q3 2018 Mech Planet The Hot Soldiers HS-15/16 MINI CAR Set
Estimated Release May 2018




. . . .

Mastermind Creations R-30 NITRO
Arriving Soon!!! Mastermind Creations R-31 ATER BETA
Arriving Soon!!! Mastermind Creations R-32 STRAY
Arriving Soon!!! DX9 Toys D12 GABRIEL
Arriving Soon!!!




. . . .

Storm Collectibles Street Fighter ZANGIEF (SPECIAL EDITION)
In Stock Now!!! Planet X Seeker Set of 6 - MORS, FATUM, QUERELLA, SENECTUS, ACIS, SOMNUS
In Stock Now!!! Bandai Robot Spirits Pacific Rim Uprising: SABER ATHENA
In Stock Now!!! Bandai Robot Spirits Pacific Rim Uprising: OBSIDIAN FURY
In Stock Now!!!


Bandai Robot Spirits Pacific Rim Uprising: GUARDIAN BRAVO
In Stock Now!!! Bandai Robot Spirits Pacific Rim Uprising: GIPSY AVENGER
In Stock Now!!! Planet X PX-11 APOCALYPSE Full Set
In Stock Now!!! Planet X PX-09 MORS, PX-12 FATUM, and PX-13 QUERELLA Set
In Stock Now!!!


X-Transbots MM-IX KLAATU
In Stock Now!!! X-Transbots MX-II ANDRAS with RIMFIRE
In Stock Now!!! MakeToys MTRM-11 METEOR
In Stock Now!!! Wei Jiang NE-01 NEW EVOLUTION MEGAMASTER w/Bonus
In Stock Now!!!


Star Wars Black Series CLONE CAPTAIN REX
In Stock Now!!! Generation Toy GT-10 BW T-Beast APE
In Stock Now!!! Perfect Effect PC-19B BLACK GORIRA JR 2-Pack
In Stock Now!!! Takara Diaclone Reboot - DA-19 BIG POWERED GV LAND BATTLE CRUISER
In Stock Now!!!


Takara LG-EX GRAND MAXIMUS
In Stock Now!!! Takara Tomy Legends LG-64 SEASPRAY & LIONE
In Stock Now!!! Takara Tomy Legends LG-66 Targetmaster TOPSPIN
In Stock Now!!! Takara Tomy Legends LG-65 Targetmaster TWIN TWIST
In Stock Now!!!


Iron Factory EX05H WINDSABER (HUNTER)
In Stock Now!!! Takara Movie Anniversary MB-20 NEMESIS PRIME
In Stock Now!!! Takara Movie Anniversary MB-17 OPTIMUS PRIME (ROTF Version)
In Stock Now!!! Takara Movie Anniversary MB-16 JETFIRE
In Stock Now!!!

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Toys R Us Canada Has Been Sold

Date: Monday, April 23rd 2018 11:00pm CDT
Category: Company News
Posted by: william-james88 | Credit(s): https://cases.primeclerk.com/toysrus/Home-DocketInfo

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It seems like there is more and more good news for Toysrus and collectors worldwide. European divisions are being purchased by a beloved family toy store chain, the Asian division is getting Billion dollar offers, Grotusque is finally being found in US stores and now Toysrus Canada finally has a buyer.

There was to be an auction this month and the 19 $B holdings firm, Fairfax Financial, had made the inaugural bid of $300M, ensuring that the Canadian division would not be sold for less. As it turns out, no other bid was accepted so Fairfax Financial has become the owner. For those unaware, Fairfax is a Toronto based firm founded by Prem Watsa, who is often referred to as Canada's Warren Buffet. He is also the current CEO. Like Buffet's Berkshire Hathaway, many of their holdings are value based but they seem to be more concentrated on insurance, aquiring insurance companies based around the globe (the head office in Toronto only houses 30 of its 8,200 employees). They have a habit of buying companies on the verge of bankruptcy at a good but fair price, which is something they previously did with Blackberry and Carillion Canada (an infrastucture service company).

The Fairfax name itself is a portemanteu for "fair, friendly acquisitions" and this is evident in its bid for Toysrus Canada which was higher (and thus more fair) than what toy mogul Isaac Larian had previously bid. In the end, this is great news for fans who liked how things were so far in Canada. Toysrus being bought by a holdings firm (which is only seeking diversification in its portfolio) simply means that they see value in the company and thus everything points to business as usual as far as Canadian stores are concerned.

So hopefully that means Canadian fans can still expect to see shelves like this once in a while.