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Twincast / Podcast Episode #59 "Twin Spin"

Date: Tuesday, December 18th 2012 12:57pm CST
Categories: Site News, Digital Media News, Podcast
Posted by: Razorclaw0000

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In a Seibertron.com Twincast first, host Counterpunch and guest Razorclaw0000 attempt to carry the show solely on their witty personalities. As always, the episode is available directly and in our RSS Feed and should appear on iTunes in 24 to 48 hours.

This Podcast's topics include ...

• BotCon 2013 Location - San Diego, CA
• BotCon 2013 Set Theme - Machine Wars
• Transformers Legends available on mobile devices and a discussion of the artwork.
• Generations Toy Roundup
• Voyager Grimlock
• Voyager Blaster
• Hands On with Deluxe Wave 3 Ultra Magnus, Sideswipe, Kickback, Air Raid, and Starscream
• Takara Generations Skywarp
• Prime Skyquake
• Prime Capsule Microns Wave 3
• Bragging Rights

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Twincast / Podcast Episode #58 "Armada"

Date: Monday, December 3rd 2012 11:11pm CST
Categories: Site News, Digital Media News, Podcast
Posted by: Razorclaw0000

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The Seibertron.com Twincast/Podcast is proud to present our latest episode, featuring host Counterpunch and fellow podcasters Jon 3.0, Tigertracks 24, and Razorclaw0000, along with special guest Blurrz. The episode is available directly and in our RSS Feed and should appear on iTunes in 24 to 48 hours.

Topics include:

New Images of Upcoming Masterpiece, Arms Micron, Alternity GT, and Capbots.
Thundertron Concept Art

Spoiler heavy comic discussion on Rage of the Dinobots #1, More Than Meets The Eye #11, and Robots In Disguise #11
Transformers Armada 10th Anniversary Roundtable



For more Transformers Armada discussion, please visit our Anniversary article.

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Smash It Up With These TRANSFORMER PRIME: SEASON 2 BD & DVD Clips!

Date: Tuesday, November 20th 2012 7:13pm CST
Categories: Cartoon News, Digital Media News
Posted by: Seibertron | Credit(s): Shout! Factory

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In celebration of the November 20th release of TRANSFORMERS PRIME: SEASON TWO on DVD and the November 27th release of the Blu-ray, our friends at Shout! Factory sent us some new video clips to share with all of you. Without further ado, here are the video clips on Seibertron.com's YouTube channel (http://youtube.seibertron.com) that they shared with us ...

TRANSFORMERS PRIME: SEASON TWO "Flying Mind"


TRANSFORMERS PRIME: SEASON TWO "New Recruit"


TRANSFORMERS PRIME: SEASON TWO "Alpha Omega"


TRANSFORMERS PRIME: SEASON TWO "Hard Knocks"

Little, Brown Books for Young Readers to publish Transformers and My Little Pony books

Date: Tuesday, November 20th 2012 4:50pm CST
Categories: Press Releases, People News, Digital Media News
Posted by: Seibertron | Credit(s): Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

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LITTLE, BROWN BOOKS FOR YOUNG READERS AND HASBRO TEAM UP TO LAUNCH PUBLISHING PROGRAMS BASED ON ICONIC MY LITTLE PONY AND TRANSFORMERS BRANDS

Official Guide to the "MY LITTLE PONY: FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC" Animated Series, Created by Hasbro Studios, and an Original MY LITTLE PONY Picture Book Dash into Bookstores in Spring 2013

TRANSFORMERS: THE ULTIMATE POP-UP UNIVERSE by Bestselling Pop-Up Engineer Matthew Reinhart and "TRANSFORMERS: RESCUE BOTS" Animated Series Tie-ins Scheduled for Release in 2013

[New York, N.Y. and Pawtucket, R.I.]; November 19, 2012 - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers has reached an agreement in principal for print and electronic rights in the United States and Canada, under license from Hasbro, Inc., for the blockbuster MY LITTLE PONY brand, and will extend its existing license for TRANSFORMERS into 2013, it was announced today by Andrew Smith, the division’s Vice President and Deputy Publisher and Michael Kelly, Director of Hasbro's Global Publishing.

The standout titles in this deal, which was made by Erin Stein, Editorial Director at Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, would include an Official Guide to the "MY LITTLE PONY: FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC" animated television series, which releases in Spring 2013, and a TRANSFORMERS Pop-Up Book by master paper engineer, Matthew Reinhart, scheduled for Fall 2013. Additional books based on the "MY LITTLE PONY: FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC" animated series include 8 x 8s, readers, chapter books and other companion and novelty formats, as well as an original MY LITTLE PONY picture book by award-winning illustrator Mary Jane Begin, which will release in April 2013. For the youngest fans of TRANSFORMERS, Little, Brown Books for Young Readers plans to release books starting in May 2013 based on the "TRANSFORMERS: RESCUE BOTS" animated television series.

"We’re thrilled to expand our relationship with Hasbro to include the launch of a publishing program based on the phenomenal pop culture brand, MY LITTLE PONY, as we continue to publish exciting new formats for TRANSFORMERS," said Andrew Smith at Little, Brown Books for Young Readers. "We look forward to expanding on the great stories featured in both animated series, as well as to creating new reading experiences for the millions of lifelong devotees around the world and new readers, with collectible and innovative formats for fans of every age."

"We are extremely pleased to see our relationship with Little, Brown Books for Young Readers growing with the addition of these new projects," said Michael Kelly at Hasbro. "The enthusiasm and creative energy the whole team brings to each book promises exciting opportunities for fans to interact with our characters and brands."




Featuring the beloved ponies from the popular "MY LITTLE PONY: FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC" animated series, created by Hasbro Studios and currently airing on The HUB TV Network in the United States, Little Brown Books for Young Readers will extend the series’ message of friendship to several new books releasing in April 2013. There's a pony for everyone, and a book to delight every Pony fan in Little Brown Books for Readers’ MY LITTLE PONY publishing program:



- In MEET THE PONIES OF PONYVILLE, a Level 1 Reader (part of Little, Brown Books for Young Readers’ leveled reading program, Passport to Reading), the youngest of pony readers can read all about their favorite characters ($3.99 / Ages 4-8).



- WELCOME TO EQUESTRIA is a four-color illustrated storybook that explores all of Equestria, from Ponyville to Canterlot ($3.99 / Ages 4-8).



- TWILIGHT SPARKLE AND THE CRYSTAL HEART SPELL is the first book in a brand new chapter book series. Each book will feature a different pony character and an original story that ties in with events in the MY LITTLE PONY: FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC, animated television series. Books will be released every three months and will feature bonus activity pages ($5.99 / Ages 6-9).

- And perhaps one of the most anticipated releases for Pony fans of all ages is MY LITTLE PONY: THE ELEMENTS OF HARMONY ("THE FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC" OFFICIAL GUIDEBOOK), which includes extensive character bios, a complete episode guide and a map of Equestria, which will appear in print for the first time. Don't miss the complete lyrics to all the songs, a guide to the friendship lessons TWILIGHT SPARKLE and her friends have learned, and get Pony Words of Wisdom - so you can live your life in harmony with all other creatures ($16.99 / Ages 12 & up).



In addition to titles based on the "MY LITTLE PONY: FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC," animated series, Little, Brown Books for Young Readers plans to publish a full-color original picture book in April 2013, entitled UNDER THE SPARKLING SEA. Celebrated artist Mary Jane Begin introduces fans to a brand-new land in the world of MY LITTLE PONY - the underwater city of Aquastria, ruled by KING LEO. When TWILIGHT SPARKLE receives an invitation to visit the underwater world, she invites all her pony friends and SPIKE to travel with her. Together, they learn of the long-held rivalry between the seaponies and the mermares, and must navigate the oceanic world, confront danger, make new friends, and race to the finish in this adventure that takes place in a shimmering new MY LITTLE PONY world that has never been seen before!




In Fall 2013, prepare to see the TRANSFORMERS, one of the most successful entertainment franchises of the 21st century, change before your eyes as never before in Little, Brown Books for Young Readers TRANSFORMERS: THE ULTIMATE POP-UP UNIVERSE, a momentous pop-up exploration by bestselling paper engineer, Matthew Reinhart. With vibrant illustrations, exciting facts, and an eye-catching design, this pop-up masterpiece featuring the AUTOBOTS and the DECEPTICONS, the world famous robots in disguise, will be an absolute must-have for TRANSFORMERS fans of all ages! The awesome conversions of TRANSFORMERS characters from massive robots into cool vehicles was made for the interactive world of pop-up! See the characters shift from robot to vehicle form before your eyes ($36.00 / Ages 3 & up)!



And for the youngest fans of TRANSFORMERS, Little, Brown Books for Young Readers plans to launch two Level 1 Passport to Reading titles (one in May 2013, followed by another in June 2013) based on the animated television series "TRANSFORMERS: RESCUE BOTS," which premiered in the United States in early 2012 on The HUB TV Network. Both leveled readers feature stills from the show:



- OPTIMUS PRIME has selected a special team of TRANSFORMERS characters to work side-by-side with the people of Earth - they are called the RESCUE BOTS! In MEET CHASE THE POLICE-BOT, readers are introduced to CHASE THE POLICE-BOT, who partners up with Chief Charlie Burns to save the day! ($3.99 / Ages 3-6).



- In MEET HEATWAVE THE FIRE-BOT, readers learn about HEATWAVE, who switches into a fire engine and is partnered with Kade Burns. Together they're unstoppable ($3.99 / Ages 3-6).


About Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers is a division of Hachette Book Group, a leading trade publisher based in New York and a division of Hachette Livre, the second-largest publisher in the world. HBG publishes under the divisions of Little, Brown and Company, Grand Central Publishing, FaithWords, Center Street, Orbit, and Hachette Digital.

About Hasbro
Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS) is a branded play company providing children and families around the world with a widerange of immersive entertainment offerings based on the Company's world class brand portfolio. From toys and games, to television programming, motion pictures, digital gaming and a comprehensive licensing program, Hasbro strives to delight its global customers with innovative, well-known and beloved brands such as TRANSFORMERS, LITTLEST PET SHOP, NERF, PLAYSKOOL, MY LITTLE PONY, G.I. JOE, MAGIC: THE GATHERING and MONOPOLY. The Company’s Hasbro Studios develops and produces television programming for markets around the world. The Hub TV Network is part of a multi-platform joint venture between Hasbro and Discovery Communications (NASDAQ: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK), in the U.S. Through the company's deep commitment to corporate social responsibility, including philanthropy, Hasbro is helping to build a safe and sustainable world for future generations and to positively impact the lives of millions of children and families every year. It has been recognized for its efforts by being named one of the "World’s Most Ethical Companies" and is ranked as one of Corporate Responsibility Magazine’s "100 Best Corporate Citizens." Learn more at http://www.hasbro.com

© 2012 Hasbro, Inc. All Rights Reserved.






(Image of author Matthew Reinhart from Library of Congress website)


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NOTE FROM SEIBERTRON.COM ... if you haven't seen Matthew Reinhart's extremely impressive Star Wars pop-up books, before, you should check them out at Amazon.com. He does some insanely amazing work. You'll never think of pop-up books the same way again after you've seen one of Matthew's books.

Transformers Prime Season 2 Now Available on DVD

Date: Tuesday, November 20th 2012 1:55pm CST
Categories: Cartoon News, Digital Media News, Store News
Posted by: Autobot032

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Hasbro Studios and Shout! Factory have released season 2 of Prime in a 4 disc DVD set today. The set will be available on Blu-Ray on November 27th, 2012. You can view the full press release about this set that was released this past August by clicking here. You can find it at the following retailers:

• Amazon ($17.99 DVD, $43.83 Blu-Ray)
• Wal-Mart ($21.89 DVD, $41.86 Blu-Ray)
• Target ($17.99 DVD. As of right now, their only listing is for DVD.)

Keep your optics tuned to Seibertron.com for the latest news and updates!

Twincast / Podcast Episode #57 "The Funky Bunch"

Date: Wednesday, November 14th 2012 11:28am CST
Categories: Site News, Digital Media News, Podcast
Posted by: Razorclaw0000

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The Seibertron.com Twincast/Podcast is proud to present our latest episode, featuring host Counterpunch and fellow podcasters Seibertron, Tigertracks 24, and Razorclaw0000. The episode is available directly and in our RSS Feed and should appear on iTunes in 24 to 48 hours.

Topics include:

Mark Wahlberg for Transformers 4



Hasbro and Disney rumors debunked

Masterpiece Lambor/Sideswipe In Hand

Transformers Prime Deluxes at Aldi's



United Hardhead and Reflector?

Generations Data Discs



Striker Prime Asian Release



Matrix Promotions



Regeneration #85

Transformers Prime Season Finale

Bragging Rights

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Twincast / Podcast Episode #56 "Grand Maximus"

Date: Tuesday, October 30th 2012 1:39am CDT
Categories: Site News, Digital Media News, Podcast
Posted by: Razorclaw0000

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The Seibertron.com Twincast/Podcast is proud to present our latest episode, featuring host Counterpunch and fellow podcasters Jon3.0, Tigertracks 24, Razorclaw0000 and special guest Blurrz. The episode is available directly and in our RSS Feed and should appear on iTunes in 24 to 48 hours.

Topics include:

Alternity Returns!

Ryan's Epic Grand Maximus Gallery



Generations GDO Voyagers in the US and GDO Leaders in Store Computers

Asian Exclusive Seeker Ace and Seeker Elite Three Packs



Arms Micron Orion Pax and Thundercracker

Arms Micron Silas Breakdown, Nemesis Prime, and Smokescreen



Takara Generations and Masterpiece figures

Transformers Prime roundup - our thoughts on the season so far and how it's wrapping up (SPOILERS)

Comic roundup - More Than Meets The Eye and Robots In Disguise under our lens (SPOILERS)

Jon3.0 discusses his visit to Slag-A-Con (photo credit Chad Williams of Slag-A-Con), and the passing of fellow collector Rimfyre.



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Transformers Gangnam Style

Date: Saturday, October 20th 2012 12:47pm CDT
Category: Digital Media News
Posted by: LOST Cybertronian | Credit(s): NGSMOOV, DaimChoc

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Straight from the fun video file, we bring to you a video of PSY Gangnam Style featuring a lot of your favorite Generation 1 Robots in Disguise. This very well animated video was created by NGSMOOV. Who said Transformers can't be up with the times?

Hugo Weaving Discusses His Role As Megatron In The Movies. May Not Be Returning.

Date: Tuesday, October 16th 2012 6:19pm CDT
Categories: Movie Related News, Rumors, Digital Media News
Posted by: Autobot032 | Credit(s): Collider

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Hugo Weaving is a prolific actor. His roles have run the gamut from sci-fi to drama and everything in between. Whether it was little seen or box office blockbuster, the man has done 'em all.

Multimedia site Collider.com has posted a rather lengthy and in depth interview article with Mr. Weaving, concerning his past, present and future film works. Of importance to us, he speaks about his time as Megatron and unfortunately how unimportant it was to him, as an actor. You can read the full article here. If you want just the tidbit that pertains to us, we've quoted it, in full, here:

As the voice of Megatron, has Michael Bay called about the next Transformers movie yet?

WEAVING: No. That’s a weird job for me because it honestly was a two-hour voice job, initially. I was doing a play and I actually didn’t have time, anyway. It was one of the only things I’ve ever done where I had no knowledge of it, I didn’t care about it, I didn’t think about it. They wanted me to do it. In one way, I regret that bit. I don’t regret doing it, but I very rarely do something if it’s meaningless. It was meaningless to me, honestly. I don’t mean that in any nasty way. I did it. It was a two-hour voice job, while I was doing other things. Of course, it’s a massive film that’s made masses of money. I just happened to be the voice of one of the iconic villainous characters. But, my link to that and to Michael Bay is so minimal. I have never met him. I was never on set. I’ve seen his face on Skype. I know nothing about him, really. I just went in and did it. I never read the script. I just have my lines, and I don’t know what they mean. That sounds absolutely pathetic! I’ve never done anything like that, in my life. It’s hard to say any more about it than that, really.

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Twincast / Podcast Episode #55 "NYCC 2012"

Date: Tuesday, October 16th 2012 2:06am CDT
Categories: Site News, Toy News, Event News, Digital Media News, Interviews, Podcast
Posted by: Razorclaw0000

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After a brief hiatus, the Seibertron.com Twincast/Podcast is back and ready to bring you our unvarnished thoughts on New York Comic Con 2012. The episode is available directly and in our RSS Feed and should appear on iTunes in 24 to 48 hours.

Join host Counterpunch along with Razorclaw and Tigertracks as they discuss the following:

NYCC 2012 Reveals
* Beast Hunters
* Generations Platinum Line
* Kre-O




Encore Fortress Maximus
* Price Point
* Availability
* Implications for Encore




Masterpieces
* Hasbro Masterpiece Prime released!
* Masterpiece Cassettes
* Sideswipe and Soundwave as future Toys'R'Us Exclusives?




New Prime and Arms Micron figures




Interview with Jordan Hembrough from Travel Channel's Toy Hunter
* Ryan gets a 1-on-1 with Jordan from this popular toy show at NYCC!
* http://www.travelchannel.com/tv-shows/toy-hunter




Please visit our extensive coverage of NYCC 2012, and stick with Seibertron.com, your Ultimate Transformers Resource!