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TFCon USA 2018 Dates Announced!

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Full TFNation 2017 Schedule and Map Released

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TFNation 2017 Schedule Now Available
We are pleased to reveal our schedule for TFNation 2017!

The schedule is also available to download as a PDF file which you can print or save to your mobile device, and will be displayed prominently during the TFNation weekend, to ensure attendees don't miss out on any of our features.

Please be aware that like the Transformers themselves, all events, timings, and guests are subject to change.
FRIDAY 11th AUGUST 2017
Important - The traders' hall and Forge will not be open on Friday.

10:00 - 21:00
Registration Check-In
Registration Desk
Collect your wristbands, t-shirts and other TFNation merchandise from our dedicated Registration Desk in the Monarch Foyer area.

12:00 - 12:20
Transformers fans: Unite!
Panel Room
One room. One fandom. All we need is you! A social meet, for those who arrive early. A great, informal way to meet new friends at the start of a fun-filled weekend.

12:30 - 13:20
Lucky Draw
Panel Room
TFNation's own Dave & Steve Mapes present: Lucky Draw – a presentation about the rarest and shiniest Transformers of all!

14:00 - 14:50
Transmission incoming... stay tuned.

15:00 - 15:50
Colour Commentary
Panel Room
Join long time Transformers comic colourists John-Paul Bove and Josh Perez for an informal discussion about life behind the stylus

16:00 - 16:50
It's a Brave New World
Panel Room
Introducing Brave – the anime and toyline which Transformers would have been, had the original series continued through the 90s. Lead by the knowledge base of Sid Beckett, Simon Barlow and Matt Clarke.

17:00 - 17:50
Have I got Thew for you?
Panel Room
YouTube's own Matthew Adams and Dave Mence answer your burning TF questions.

18:00 - 18:50
The Matrix Test
Main Hall
Get your combiner teams to the ready as the walking supercomputer that is Chris McFeely challenges you with a quiz that would stump Vector Sigma.

19:00 - 19:50
Heavy Metal War Rectified
Main Hall
Chris McFeely and the Mapes brothers take a look at this classic episode, which has now been extended with newly unearthed storyboards and vocal outtakes from the 1980s!

20:00 - 20:20
Protect/Destroy: 10 Years of Bayhem
Main Hall
Multi-credited Transformers actor Mark Ryan looks back at a decade of destruction at the box office.

20:30 - 23:00
Live Action Movie
Main Hall
In 2007 the franchise underwent its biggest transformation ever. Join us as we look back to Hoover Dam...

23:00 - Close
Perchance to Dream
Panel Room
Looking for a relaxing end to day one? Join Adam and friends for a selection of Transformers bedtime readings.
SATURDAY 12th AUGUST 2017
08:30 - 21:00
Registration Check-In and Ticket Sales
Registration Desk
Collect your wristbands and t-shirts or buy tickets from our dedicated Registration Desk in the Monarch Foyer area.

09:00
Breach their defences!
Main Hall
Doors to the traders' hall open to Weekend ticket holders only.
09:00
Breach their defences!
The Forge
Doors to The Forge and display area open to both weekend and day ticket holders.

10:00
Open, Dammit Open!
Main Hall
Doors to the traders' hall open to day ticket holders

10:00 - 10:50
Get on with the Ceremony
Main Hall
Join us as TFNation 2017 officially gets underway with our opening ceremony. See all of our guests for the first time, and learn what we have in store for the weekend.

11:00 - 11:50
Transmission incoming... stay tuned.

12:00 - 12:50
Meet your Maker: Bob Budiansky
Main Hall
We meet legendary Transformers writer Bob Budiansky, for a special presentation about his days at Marvel US.

13:00 - 13:50
Transmission incoming... stay tuned.

14:00 - 14:50
The Art of Transformers
Main Hall
A relaxed gathering with Transformers artist extraordinaire, Sara Pitre-Durocher.

15:00 - 15:50
Venus Terzo: Dark Poison of our Hearts
Main Hall
Meet the real Blackarachnia as we sit down to discuss the career of the incredibly talented Venus Terzo.

16:00 - 16:50
Transformers: The Definitive G1 Collection
Main Hall
Lead by the legendary Simon Furman, a host of creators take a look at the incredible new presentation of classic tales by Hachette.
16:00 - 16:50
Podcast Panel
Panel Room
Moonbase 2 host and community champion Andy Millman will bring joy to your audio receptors in this podcast panel.

17:00
Traders' and Forge halls close
17:00 - 17:50
The Transformers YouTube Community Panel
Panel Room
Whether you are a long-time member of TTYC, or a new convert, be sure to pop along and meet the crew at their annual gathering!
SATURDAY NIGHT (FOR WEEKEND TICKET HOLDERS ONLY)
19:00 - 19:20
Welcome to Clubcon
Clubcon
Weekend ticket holders, take your places for an evening of entertainment that is more than meets the eye!

19:30 - 20:20
Pretenders Cosplay
Clubcon
Admire the incredible talent on show at TFNation's annual costume parade.

20:30 - 20:50
Just a Cycle!
Clubcon
Host Andrew Turnbull is joined by celebrity guests in a game show for the ages - Even Smokescreen wouldn't bet on these results!

21:00 - 21:30
TFNation 2017 Live Script Reading
Clubcon
Details to follow.

21:40
Close
Clubcon
SUNDAY 13th AUGUST 2017
08:30 - 14:00
Registration Check-In and Ticket Sales
Registration Desk
Collect your wristbands and t-shirts or buy tickets from our dedicated Registration Desk in the Monarch Foyer area.

09:00
Breach their defences!
Main Hall / Forge
Doors to the traders' hall and The Forge open to Weekend ticket holders only.

10:00 - 10:50
The Conversation
Main Hall
Furman. Budiansky. A conversational panel starring two of the biggest names in Transformers history.

11:00 - 11:50
We Dynamite Hal Rayle to Pieces
Main Hall
Voice over panel, starring the actor behind G1 Shrapnel, Snarl and Pipes.

12:00 - 12:50
Cosplay Panel
Panel Room
Join Isa and Tori as you discover just what goes into making a Transformers cosplay.

13:00 - 13:50
Triple Take-Over
Main Hall
A round up of the hottest news in third party toys.

14:00 - 14:50
Re-Animated
Panel Room
Chris McFeely and Jim Sorenson talk you through the epic journey that lead to their TFA themed graphic novel: Trial and Error. If you're lucky you may get to meet the artists too!

15:00 - 15:50
Mark Ryan: Permission to Speak
Main Hall
We sit down with the voice of Bumblebee, Jetfire, Lockdown and more, to discuss his varied career on and off the Transformers movie sets.

16:00 - 16:50
Lost Light
Main Hall
James Roberts and Jack Lawrence answer questions about the natural successor to the highly acclaimed Transformers: More Than Meets The Eye.

17:00
The Forge Closes
The Forge

17:00 - Close
Closing Ceremony
Main Hall
Join us as we bring the show to a close.

Hasbro's 2017 Transformers Hall of Fame Fans' Choice Voting

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• Arcee* (Class of 2014)
• Bumblebee (Class of 2010)
• Dinobot* (Class of 2010)
• Grimlock (Class of 2012)
• Ironhide (Class of 2011)
• Jazz (Class of 2012)
• Megatron (Class of 2010)
• Megatron – Beast Wars* (Class of 2013)
• Optimus Prime (Class of 2010)
• Predaking (Class of 2015)
• Prowl (Class of 2015)
• Ratchet (Class of 2011)
• Rodimus* (Class of 2014)
• Shockwave (Class of 2012)
• Soundwave (Class of 2011)
• Starscream (Class of 2010)
• Ultra Magnus* (Class of 2013)
• Waspinator* (Class of 2011)
• Wheeljack* (Class of 2012)
• Optimus Primal (Class of 2016)
• Cosmos (Class of 2016)

• Michael Bay (Class of 2011)
• Bob Budiansky (Class of 2010)
• Stan Bush (Class of 2014)
• Peter Cullen (Class of 2010)
• Vince DiCola (Class of 2015)
• Simon Furman (Class of 2012)
• Yoke Hideaki (Class of 2010)
• Chris Latta (Class of 2012)
• Kojin Ohno (Class of 2010)
• Steven Spielberg (Class of 2011)
• Frank Welker (Class of 2015)
• Weird Al Yankovic (Class of 2016)
• David Kaye (Class of 2016)
• Judd Nelson (Class of 2016)

Artist Stephen Baskerville to Attend TFNation 2017

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We are pleased to announce that the ever-charming Stephen Baskerville will be attending TFNation 2017.

A seasoned comic and concept artist, Stephen has lent his talents to countless projects during his career, with no sign of letting up. Providing comic art for characters as diverse as Spider-man, Judge Dredd, Snake Plissken, various denizens of the Beano-verse, the JSA and Thomas the Tank Engine as well as videogame designs for the likes of Reservoir Dogs, SpongeBob Squarepants, GI Joe, Doctor Who and Barbie (sadly not all appearing in the one title, that’s one crossover ripe for the taking).

But it’s for his Transformers work that many of our attendees will both recognise and appreciate Stephen’s art, with a new generation of fans discovering his talents through Hachette’s TRANSFORMERS DEFINITIVE G1 COLLECTION. We look forward to discussion on this release, alongside Fellow TFNation guests Simon Furman, Bob Budiansky and series (re)colourist John-Paul Bove

Working on the British G1 comic, inking for artists including Andrew Wildman, Stephen’s distinct style brought a polished organic edge to many a Cybertronian. After popping back briefly to ink the last edition of the TRANSFORMERS ARMADA comic, a full return to the franchise was announced with the start of IDW’s REGENERATION ONE series, along with the aforementioned Andrew Wildman, writer Simon Furman, artist Guido Guidi and colourist John-Paul Bove, the latter two of whom he continued to collaborate with on the DRIFT: EMPIRE OF STONE miniseries

If you want to contact Stephen before the event, head over to his webpage https://baskervillecomics.carbonmade.com/

Stephen will be signing autographs and selling artwork at TFNation 2017, at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole Hotel - we look forward to seeing you there!

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Transformers Writer Simon Furman to Attend TFNation 2017

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For the last three decades, Simon Furman has been one of, if not THE most significant contributors to Transformers lore. Be it comics, television, movies, or games, Simon's influence is still being felt today. From his direct involvement with publications and interactive media, to the ongoing comic stories which have grown out of the rich continuity he pioneered at IDW, Simon's power is beyond measure.

Probably of most current significance to fans, Simon is involved in The Definitive Transformers Generation One Collection from Hachette, crafting the most comprehensive collection of Transformers fiction to date and, with the help of fellow TFNation guest John-Paul Bove, making it look better than ever.

Fans old and new of the Marvel-era material will not want to miss the chance to see both Simon Furman and fellow guest Bob Budiansky, essentially the fathers of Transformers as we know it, at their first dedicated UK convention together!

Simon's body of work outside of Transformers is almost as vast as a predatory bird, with varied comics titles such as Scream, Alpha Flight, What If...?, Thundercats, Doctor Who and much more, and television projects like Dan Dare, Matt Hatter Chronicals, and X-Men Evolution, which also starred fellow Beast Wars co-worker and TFNation guest Venus Terzo as Jean Grey.

Not content to stop there, Simon has collaborated with Transformers legend Geoff Senior to create the cult Brit-classic Dragon's Claws, recent internet sensation To The Death, and of course, our beloved Freelance Peace-Keeper; Death's Head! It never ends!!

Simon's current adventures are detailed on his blog over at: https://simonfurman.wordpress.com and is well worth following!

Simon will be signing autographs and selling comics and script packs from Friday 11th until Sunday 13th August 2017 at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole Hotel at TFNation 2017. We look forward to seeing you there!

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TFNation 2017 Ticket Sales Now Live

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TFNation’s home is the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, in Birmingham, UK.

The Hilton Birmingham Metropole
National Exhibition Centre
Birmingham
B40 1PP
United Kingdom

The Hilton Birmingham Metropole has kindly offered the following discounted rates to TFNation attendees;

£60.75 Single Deluxe room, including complimentary breakfast.

£70.00 Twin Room, including complimentary breakfast for two.

£70.00 Queen Deluxe, including complimentary breakfast for one or two people.

£130.00 Queen Executive, including complimentary breakfast for one or two people and executive lounge access.

Family room prices TBC, including complimentary breakfast.

Discount rates are available for Wednesday 9th August until Tuesday 15th August.

(All rates are nightly and all include VAT. All rooms are strictly subject to availability)

Details on how to book your room will be forwarded to you with your TFNation ticket confirmation email. Book early to avoid disappointment.

TFNation 2017 Tickets and Hotel Bookings Open on February 1st, Information

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Dear attendees,

This is our third and final extended post, covering all the important information you need before sales day. Before covering updates, please allow us to summarise the key information which has already been announced.

CONVENTION TIME AND LOCATION

Friday 11th – Sunday 13th August 2017

Hilton Birmingham Metropole,
The NEC,
Pendigo Way,
Birmingham,
B40 1PP
United Kingdom

CONFIRMED GUESTS

Venus Terzo (Actor: Blackarachnia)
Bob Budiansky (Comic writer, artist, editor and bio creator: Marvel G1)
Jack Lawrence (Comic artist: Lost Light)
Josh Perez (Comic artist and colourist: The Transformers)
John-Paul Bove (Comic writer and colourist: Regeneration One)

Please remember that at TFNation 2017, whilst guests may sell autographed merchandise, there is no charge to have your own materials signed - up to two per attendee.

(More guests to be confirmed. All guests appearances are subject to availability)

TICKET PRICES

Pricing for TFNation 2017 tickets is as follows;

WEEKEND TICKETS

Senior (60+) £20.00
Adult (18-59) £60.00
Young Adult (16-17) £30.00
Child (0-15) Weekend: Free, with ticket-holding Adult/Senior.

SATURDAY ONLY

Senior (60+) £15.00
Adult (18-59) £35.00
Young Adult (16-17) £20.00
Child (0-15) Saturday: Free, with ticket-holding Adult/Senior.

SUNDAY ONLY

Senior (60+) £10.00
Adult (18-59) £30.00
Young Adult (16-17) £15.00
Child (0-15) Sunday: Free, with ticket-holding Adult/Senior.

(All tickets and prices are subject to terms and conditions which will be provided for your agreement prior to purchase)

HOTEL PRICES

The TFNation 2017 exclusive nightly rate is as follows:

£60.75 - Single Deluxe room - (including breakfast)
£70.00 - Twin Deluxe room - (including breakfast for two people)
£70.00 - Queen Deluxe - (including breakfast for one or two people)
£130.00 - Queen Executive - (including breakfast for one or two people and executive lounge access)

(Special rates are strictly subject to availability)

NEW INFORMATION - EXTRA HOTEL ROOMS

As many of you have seen from our recent photographs, several members of the TFNation crew recently visited the Hilton to perform preparations for this year’s event. Whilst there we were able to discuss the issues some attendees have raised with bedrooms.

In an attempt to facilitate as many of our attendees as possible, the Hilton has generously provided us with some additional bedrooms for the nights around our convention nights. There will now be accommodation available at the discounted rate on the following nights;

Wednesday 9th August 2017
Thursday 10th August 2017
Friday 11th August 2017
Saturday 12th August 2017
Sunday 13th August 2017
Monday 14th August 2017
Tuesday 15th August 2017

It is very important to note that due to high demand in the area (owing to the Festival of Quilts, and other events) the amount of rooms we will be allocated for these additional nights is likely to be extremely limited. There will be no “top up” rooms made available later – once they are gone, that is likely to be it.

As previously mentioned, only the three convention nights are contracted to us – we are therefore incredibly grateful for the Hilton agreeing to release additional nights at a discounted rate, when they were fully entitled to sell them at full value.

NEW INFORMATION – FAMILY ROOMS AND DISABLED ACCESS ROOMS

Our allocation will now include a small number of family rooms, which will also be presented at a discounted rate. Please note these are ONLY to be booked by families and not by single attendees. Please be mindful of those whose entire weekend depends on this room type.

NEW INFORMATION– TICKET SALES TIME

As previously advised, tickets and hotels rooms will go on general sale on 1st February 2017. We can now confirm that we aim to open sales at 6pm GMT.

For our international friends, this works out as follows;

7pm CET
1pm EST
12pm CST
10am PST
5am AEDT Thursday 2nd
7am NZDT Thursday 2nd

We hope this will provide as many people as possible with a good chance of securing a ticket and that all important bedroom.

Marvel Transformers Writer Bob Budiansky to Attend TFNation 2017

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We are honoured to announce that Bob Budiansky, the man who started the Transformer mythos and gave us so many of the iconic characters we enjoy today, will be joining us for his first UK Transformer event, at TFNation 2017.

Bob’s history goes back to the early 1970’s after his reintroduction to the world of comic books. A passion he would late turn into a lifelong career.

As an editor, illustrator, and writer, mostly for Marvel, Bob witnessed, first hand, some of the most defining years in the industry. He edited titles like Spider-Man, Daredevil and the Fantastic Four and contributed many covers to other titles across the Marvel universe. His involvement on Ghost Rider (with Dave Simons and Roger Stern) spans a period many fans considered as a defining era in the character's history and he created and wrote his own series, Sleepwalker.

And then, there are the Transformers…

Approached by Hasbro in 1983 to create a story line around a series of transforming toy robots, Marvel’s initial material was rejected before Bob stepped in, renaming most of the characters and revising personalities for the likes of Megatron, the Dinobots, Wheeljack, and countless others. He edited the very first Transformers mini-series in 1984 and scripted most of the next 50-plus issues of the US run. He also named and created the character profiles for over 250 of the Transformer toys (yes, the original tech specs) during the first six years of the brand’s existence, developing new story treatments as Hasbro introduced new lines of Transformers. On top of all this, he occasionally even pencilled a Transformers comic book cover or two. Bob’s work on Transformers doesn’t just end there though as he returned to the franchise to write IDW’s Transformers The Movie 20th Anniversary miniseries.
Bob Budiansky will be meeting fans, signing autographs and taking part in panels during our convention, which will run from Friday 11th and Sunday 13th August 2017.

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Bob Budiansky attending TFcon Chicago 2016 next month

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We are honored to welcome Transformers creator Bob Budiansky to TFcon Chicago 2016. Mr. Budiansky is responsible for much of the writing of the original Marvel Transformers comic, and conceived the names of most of the original Transformers including Megatron. He also wrote the vast majority of the descriptive tech spec biographies printed on the Transformers toy packages that Hasbro produced in the 1980s, giving each character it’s own unique personality.

Mr. Budiansky will be taking part in a Q&A panels and meeting with fans all weekend long.

Hasbro's 2016 Transformers Hall of Fame Fans' Choice Voting

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• Arcee* (Class of 2014)
• Bumblebee (Class of 2010)
• Dinobot* (Class of 2010)
• Grimlock (Class of 2012)
• Ironhide (Class of 2011)
• Jazz (Class of 2012)
• Megatron (Class of 2010)
• Megatron – Beast Wars* (Class of 2013)
• Optimus Prime (Class of 2010)
• Predaking (Class of 2015)
• Prowl (Class of 2015)
• Ratchet (Class of 2011)
• Rodimus* (Class of 2014)
• Shockwave (Class of 2012)
• Soundwave (Class of 2011)
• Starscream (Class of 2010)
• Ultra Magnus* (Class of 2013)
• Waspinator* (Class of 2011)
• Wheeljack* (Class of 2012)

• Michael Bay (Class of 2011)
• Bob Budiansky (Class of 2010)
• Stan Bush (Class of 2014)
• Vince DiCola (Class of 2015)
• Simon Furman (Class of 2012)
• Yoke Hideaki (Class of 2010)
• Chris Latta (Class of 2012)
• Kojin Ohno (Class of 2010)
• Steven Spielberg (Class of 2011)
• Frank Welker (Class of 2015)