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We have a new poster for the upcoming Transformers animated series sequel to Combiner Wars, produced between Hasbro and Machinima once more, and featuring a revamped cast for almost all the characters involved: Titans Return is about to strike! The poster, mirrored below from the Machinima Facebook page, features Metroplex and the name of its voice actor, Nolan North, much like the previous one we newsed of Emissary and Jason David Frank - teased as being ready to fight Trypticon. Check it out below, and join us in waiting for the series as it streams for US audiences on the go90 app, and possibly the rest of the world on one of the official YouTube channels, as of November 14th.
Watch Metroplex take on Trypticon in Transformers: Titans Return only on go90 11/14.
Welcome to the latest episode of the Seibertron.com Twincast / Podcast! Your host ScottyP is joined by Megatronus, RodimusConvoy13, and CounterPunch! Join us as we speak of life, love, and wine. Whoops, wrong podcast. This is the one where we talk Transformers.
Episode #187 "Madman's Paradise" is available directly and in our RSS Feed, and should appear on iTunes, Google Play, and Stitcher Radio within 24 to 48 hours of when you see this news post.
The show begins with a discussion about the latest Power of the Primes information. A great deal of both Tech Spec cards and packaging artwork made their way into the news cycle from unofficial sources. Couple that with Combiner artwork, package images, renders, and toy images for a spark to power speculation on Combiner Teams, Moonracer's feet, and how these file cards will be packed in. There's still a lot of uncertainty when it comes to Power of the Primes and we do our best to figure out what we're seeing. Have speculations of your own? Post in the discussion thread for this episode or in the Power of the Primes thread!
I thought his name was Metalhawk.
Moving on from Power of the Primes leaks, we take a look at what appear to be images of new Movie themed toys. We start off with very blurry and pixelated images of what appear to be Revenge of the Fallen Megatron and a 2007 Movie Brawl. The figures come with backdrops that are part of the packaging. While we don't know what size class these are meant to be yet, Brawl looks to be significantly different from the previous Leader and Deluxe Class figures. An early render/color guide for a possible Movie Masterpiece Barricade comes next, and we think about what could be done to improve on the older but still fantastic Human Alliance figure. We discuss this as well as why characters from the first live action movie seem to be the stand out characters from the movie series.
This is what Transformers look like when RodimusConvoy13 doesn't wear his glasses.
ScottyP gives us his thoughts on Movie Masterpiece Bumblebee, including why it's better to him in almost every way as compared to MPM-4 Movie Masterpiece Optimus Prime. Check out Seibertron's Gallery right here. We discuss some QC issues Seibertron had with his figure. While the toy has been out for a few months, it's just now hitting many store shelves in earnest so we hope this topic will help you decide if this Bee is a worthy addition to your swarm!
I've always wanted a Cory Matthews action figure!
We move away from toys into Comics, starting with First Strike Optimus Prime. We discuss where the issue fits with the rest of First Strike (Yes, it was late.) ScottyP gives a brief history of the retconning of Hearts of Steel to a skeptical RodimusConvoy13. There's a fun appearance of Kup and Action Man to take in as well, with the crossover not completely leaving those characters behind. Also, what's up with Centurion, and why do some of the crew hate him so much?
Give me your faceplate!!
The discussion of the Optimus One Shot moves us to a discussion of Optimus Prime #11. See our review here. ScottyP and Megatronus take on the discussion as RodimusConvoy realizes he bought the issue and never read it. Talking heads, colonists, and even one Twincast member remembering this single issue as two separate entities awaits in this topic.
That's one fast moving lobster!
We move on to First Strike #5 and #6. See our review for #5 here and for #6 here. While the series started off fun, the last two issues seem to get bogged down with a bit too much Scarlett and Joe Colton. We also consider if an explanation of how the battle with Vigilem effected Windblade have helped explain her acting against character in First Strike, and have some serious laughs while we ask the real question - was all of First Strike just leading up to the reintroduction of Visionaries?
Um, it's "Yo Joe".
Perhaps First Strike wasn't all for naught. What about those last four pages? Kreiger may have brought back the Visionaries, but what else did he bring back? To quote Supreme Leader Snoke, "There's been an awakening. Have you felt it?"(Editor's Note: We don't talk about Episode VII.) I've just got this feeling...
That's right. He's back! The Chaos Bringer returns! How will this effect the rest of the IDW Universe? We talk about what we'd like to see come out of this. Should this be something that happens quickly or should Unicron stay in the background for a while before revealing himself to the rest of the universe? One thing we agree is good is that at least he's not Earth this time around.
Where'd that come from?
We finish our episode with some bragging rights. There are swords, legends, Devastator, and even six-changers too! And as always, there's more on the way through the bowels of the postal system.
Who needs six modes when you have this awesome one!
That's it for this episode. Thanks for sticking with us and being loyal listeners, or if it was your first episode, we hope you'll tune in for more in the future. We'll have another episode for you in about 2 weeks, and look for a bonus episode discussing the controversial Lost Light #10 sometime soon as well!
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For those who liked it or those who are just gluttons for their own self-punishment, Hasbro has posted the full Combiner Wars series on their YouTube for viewing if you need to be reminded of this chapter of the Prime Wars trilogy before the impending return of part two of the series with Titans Return. Click the image below to be forwarded to YouTube to watch all 8 episodes of the Combiner Wars series. Titans Return is scheduled to be released in November.
As you probably know by now, we launched the Power Cores feature this Tuesday! This new feature will add another layer to Transformers: Earth Wars gameplay, changing the metagame and offering new strategic options to every player.
To announce Power Cores, we created a new video series where Chris (Product Owner) and Adam (Game Designer) chat about how these items will impact the game. Three different videos were published on our YouTube channel and Facebook page:
'What are Power Cores?'
'Power Cores on Bots'
'Power Cores on Defenses'
On top of that, Deb, Adam and Dan answered a lot of questions about Power Cores and more on our weekly stream, called ‘Unknown Power’. You can watch the full session here:
The new Power Cores campaign, written by the legendary Simon Furman, will showcase of Autobots and Decepticon in their quest to discover a new technology from the distant planet of Nebulos. Once finished, you will get the Matrix of Leadership Power Core for Optimus Prime, or the Crown Power Core for Starscream!
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Greetings Seibertronians, today we have a Behind the Scenes video for the new Titans Return Machinima series. Here's a quick run-down of the video:
-Recording process a reward with watching the actors act the writing out.
-New Actors! Familiar voices!
-Michael Dorn as Fortress Maximus
-Perceptor a very big highlight, played by Will Wheaton
-Peter Cullen back as Optimus Prime
-Judd Nelson back as Rodimus Prime
-Jason David Frank as Titan Master, Emissary. This is the first time we are seeing Titan Master Emissary animated, so this is truly exciting to see how they will be animated.
Titans Return is Coming November 14th to go90!
Be sure to click the image at the top to watch the video on the go90 platform if you are state-side. If you are outside of the US, a Youtube link is available.
Thanks to Sabrblade for pointing us in the right direction!
Welcome to the latest episode of the Seibertron.com Twincast / Podcast! This episode features your host ScottyP with xRotorstormx, Megatronus, and special guest Mr. Starscream. Listen in as we discuss the latest news, toys, and more.
NYCC 2017 was a momentous convention for many reasons - and Seibertron.com has you covered with our official photo galleries of the reveals. Make sure to share your hopes, thoughts, and highlights in the comments below.
Before jumping into NYCC proper, the Twincast crew must discuss news from across the Pacific: Takara's reveal of LGEX Grand Maximus and Greatshot, plus official images. These Transformers Victory characters have not yet seen a Generations-style update, and the Twincast is not only awed, but excited for things to come. We discuss the logistics of ordering these expensive imports, and the risks that come with Takara Tomy Mall's order minimums.
There's a lot I don't understand here.
Takara also recently revealed the Encore release of God Fire Convoy. In addition to pouring over images upon images of this highly anticipated figure, some of us take an affectionate trip down RID memory lane, only to be rudely awakened by this reissue's obscene $265 price point. While we drool over the reissue's wonderful purple master sword, you can check out Seibertron's galleries of the original toy here.
Resistance is futile. Except oh wait, he's expensive.
Hasbro came to NYCC prepared with some surprises: during their brand panel, which was livestreamed on Twitch, the Hasbro Brand Team revealed the NYCC 2017 exclusive Titans Return Grotusque. This Monsterbot was available briefly on Hasbro Toy Shop, and is now unavailable. We speak to our opinions on the execution of the reveal, experiences acquiring the figure, and thoughts on the figure itself. Want more? Check out Seibertron's official images, here, and our very own pictorial review, here.
Release the beast! Monster. Whatever. He's cool, OK?
NYCC also yielded a glimpse of the speculated Titan Predaking's wings, with Seibertron's detailed galleries, here. Plus, we got our first look at the complete Combiner Wars-style Terrorcons team, galleries here, with full color mockups of each monstrous figure. As the crew speculates on which Terrocon is a retool of which Dinobot - some are more obvious than others - we look forward to the possibilities these beasts open for the future *cough* Piranacon *cough* Monstructor *cough*.
Sinner-Snarl has a nice ring to it.
There are a few reveals the crew is less pleased about. The upcoming Power of the Primes Windcharger is lacking in the frontal lobe - and do we need a third Windcharger after suitable RTS/United and Combiner Wars versions? That Power of the Primes Rodimus Unicronus is a thing of beauty, but did Shattered Glass (the Transformers Club originated mirror universe where Autobots are evil and Decepticons are good) and Unicron really have to be a part of it? Finally, Volcanicus in color is, in short, underwhelming. While our critiques are withering, we hope to thaw our icy feelings by the time these figures hit retail.
"I have the greatest mustache this side of Unicron."
Now it's time for a listener question - or rather, questions. First, Ironhidesh ask a rather simple question: "How do you fight burn out?" We provide our advice, largely centered around, well, finding your center. Next, WilliamJames88 asks a two pronged question about how online buyers cope with new figures stuck in cases with older releases, and how retail buyers work around today's spotty distribution. Again, we're ready to provide our strategies.
Three heads, but only one per case.
One last question comes from SW's SilverHammer: "are there any Vehicles/alt modes that you'd like see that haven't been used, or are uncommon in the fiction/toyline?" SW's SilverHammer prefers classic cars and biplane-type Transformers. The Twincast crew couldn't agree more, but we also have our own answers, which allows to seque into a brief bragging rights involving another rarely seen alt-mode: trains.
Ospreys are awesome!
But wait - ScottyP and Counterpunch made their way to TFcon in Washington DC from September 29th though October 1st, and had the opportunity to participate in that fan convention's podcast panel. Listen in as representatives from our very own Twincast Podcast engage other Transformers podcasters, discuss their experiences, and promote our very special community here at Seibertron.com. On these panels, you'll also hear representatives from WTF @ TFW, Radio Free Cybertron, TransMissions, and even Preorder 66. Our thanks again to the organizers of TFcon for inviting us to participate!
Worlds Collide!
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The Takara Tomy YouTube channel has uploaded a new video featuring the two leader class figures from their The Last Knight TLK line - Optimus Prime and Megatron - plus Japanese rappers ACE and 掌幻... for the first official rap battle to illustrate the toys and their features! Check out the clip (in Japanese) below, and let us know what you think in the Energon Pub.
Optimus Prime and Megatron believe the tides of battle can be turned with their Triple Changers, however, there is something else that will make the Earth Wars even more devastating.
Unknown Power
The tide of war is at bay...
After last week’s showdown of epic proportions, the battle for the Enigma of Combination has come to an inconclusive end.
With dozens of Autobots and Decepticons damaged and evacuated, it’s time to seek alternative solutions...
While Optimus Prime and Megatron make plans for a way to unleash their Triple Changers, a few bots on both sides believe the edge they seek comes from a different place altogether...
Event type: Alliance Totaliser Start Date: 13/10/17 11:00 am UTC End Date: 16/10/17 11:00 am UTC Prestige Allowed: None Bonus Experience: 200%
How to Participate?
Reach HQ Level 4!
Join an Alliance!
Tap the Event button!
Select an Event Battle Zone to fight in!
Win your battle and gather Battle Points!
Collect prizes!
Event Battle Zones
Totaliser Prizes
Power Core Preview
As we draw closer to the release of Power Cores, we wanted to give you an exclusive look at 4 Power Cores (2 defensive & 2 for your bots) which you will be able to utilize for a strategic advantage in battle or increase the chances of a successful defense.
Defensive core for Laser Turrets (not beam lasers)
Anti-Air Laser
+36% attack range and +106% damage. This Power Core can only attack airborne targets.
This is a universal bot core
Rejuvenate
Restores 1.8% health every 10 seconds
This is a Warrior only core
Death Pulse
When a bot reaches 0 health: EMP explosion stunning targets in a large area for 2.8 seconds
This core can be Fused onto a Mortar
Target Protocol
Prioritizes Gunners and Medics. Attack range increased by 15%. Damage reduced to 64%
Under Investigation
Here are some of the issues reported that we've been investigating:
Enabling the Lock for the back and recent button on Samsung game tools disables touch in the game.
We're currently investigating this, and for the time being, please update to the latest version of Game Tools. If you still experience issues after the update we advise you turn off that setting completely.
First aid bots sometimes target buildings instead of using their shield on bots.
This will be fixed in this week’s content release.
Text is missing from various buttons when a player using the game with Asian languages loses connection.
This will be fixed in this week’s content release
These are just a few examples of the reports that we've received from you, and we continue to work hard to improve your experience with the game every day.
We would like to thank you for your time and patience, and if you have any issues to report, please get in touch with us here: VIP@transformersearthwars.com. Alternatively, you can reach out to us in game via Menu > Community > Contact Support.
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POWER CORES are making their way to the game. Find out how they can boost your Bots & Defenses!
Plus GIVEAWAYS and find out what's coming up next! Catch Deb, Adam, Chris and beardy Dan LIVE NOW!
While North American markets saw the release of Transformers: The Last Knight a few weeks ago, it is now out in Australia and other international markets (the release date was October 4th). For Australia, there are particular store exclusives from JB Hifi and sanity.com.au. The JB Hifi exclusive set comes with a VR feature (more described below) while the Sanity exclusive comes with collector cards and the Combiner Wars mini-series that was exclusive to Target in the US.
We included quotes from Griffin and G1Optimal of the Ozformers forum, describing what the editions come with.
One of the store exclusive versions of the 5th Movie for Australia has been revealed - at JB Hifi for $70.
It is noted as being a VR Edition (with 2 VR goggles), which might mean that it includes as bonus extras, the various clips that Bay shot with the 360 degree camera, that we saw posted online during the leadup to the release of the movie.
It is not expected to be the actual movie in 360 VR.
Format ‐ 4k Ultra HD/ Blu-Ray/ Ultraviolet
Genre ‐ Action
Rating ‐ M
Consumer Advice ‐ Action violence and coarse language
Release Date ‐ 04/10/17
Region Coding - B
TV Standard - HD
JB Hi-Fi Exclusive VR Edition Including Limited Edition Viewing Goggles, 360° Video Experience & Bonus DVD With Extra Features!
G1Optimal wrote:My blu ray just arrived early today in the mail by sanity.com.au and it has the combiner wars series on the extras
The Volcanicus and Predaking saga continues with a very special weekend event. Participate on this new chapter and win a guaranteed 4 Star Dinobot or Predacon!
Big Big Trouble
Razorclaw is determined to swipe the Enigma of Combination from the Autobots and he won't be stopped by any clumsy, slow minded Dinobots！
Pouncing into action, the Predacons are ready for a fight, even though they won’t be the biggest beasts in this brawl...
Event type: Alliance Start Date: 29/09/17 11:00 UTC End Date: 02/10/17 11:00 UTC Prestige Allowed: None Bonus Experience: Earn up to 200% XP in Event Battle Zones!
How to Participate?
Reach HQ Level 4 and join an alliance!
Tap the Event button!
Select an Event Battle Zone to fight in!
Win your battle and gather Battle Points!
Collect prizes!
Event Battle Zones
Event Prizes
* Contains a guaranteed 4-Star Dinobot (Grimlock, Slog, Strafe, Slug or Snarl) for Autobot players or a 4-Star Predacon (Razorclaw, Divebomb, Headstrong, Tantrum or Rampage) for Decepticon players.
Under Investigation
Here are some of the issues reported that we've been investigating:
Displayed defense attack radius is not consistent
This will be fixed in next content update
Pink textures appear when you lose connection
This will be fixed in next content update
Recordings are not saved on iOS 11 when using Replay Kit
We are investigating this, but in the meantime, if you are iOS 11 users, please use the system recording instead
These are just a few examples of the reports that we've received from you, and we continue to work hard to improve your experience with the game every day.
Alternatively, you can reach out to us in game via Menu > Community > Contact Support.
Twitch
Volcanicus and Predaking are ready for battle. Do you have the Bots to make them combine?
Catch Deb and Adam LIVE Thursday, September 28th @4pm UTC to find out how you can get your hands on a 4* Dinobot or Predacon! Plus GIVEAWAYS! Follow us on Twitch
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