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Date: Tuesday, April 20th 2010 1:38pm CDT
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Site sponsor BigBadToyStore.com has updated their pre-order page for
Takara's Transformers Animated Wingblade Optimus Prime with images of the toy.
As you can see the TakaraTomy version will include the Voyager Optimus Prime mold, while the Hasbro version would have included the deluxe earth-mode mold.
Stay tuned to seibertron.com for all your Transformers related news!
Date: Tuesday, April 20th 2010 12:46pm CDT
Categories: Comic Book News,
Reviews
Posted by: Tigertrack |
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Is this comic series guilty of fanwank? Bringing in characters, and ideas of old to simply make us hardcore fans cryout on message boards how awesome issues are? Many have labeled it as such, which in the text that I have heard the slang fanwank used, likens it to being worse than stealing candy from babies (babies don’t get candy by the way--sad wikitron fan fact). Being talked down upon for being unoriginal, and only liked due to its yank at our gut... is that what this series means to us?
By now you know my feelings about the art, and the much more enjoyable story in this compared to other recent IDW Transformers offerings. Pick any RECENT issue of an IDW Transformers series...got it..good? Wreckers is better in all aspects, any issue of the mini beats any issue you could choose.
So it’s time to start nit-picking Mr. Roche’s story. He’s starting to wrap it up. We have the ‘penultimate’ issue of the series here. Penultimate series issue means--SOME ANSWERS. Unlike ABC’s LOST (in it’s final season), we get SOME answers to our WRECKERS questions, even though they may seem about as satisfying as many of the answers to the mysteries on said show (NOT SATISFYING AT ALL) are.
What do we get answers to?
-what Wrecker(s) spark is extinguished
-what ‘aequitas’ is
-how Ironfist ‘made’ it on the Wreckers
-how totally ‘bad’ Springer really is
-how many OMG moments can Nick Roche put in one series
-how lame Pyro is/is not
-what the black smoke is (oops, wrong fiction)
-how the Wreckers will probably get out of this whole thing
-what was the choice Overlord offered
!!!!!!!SPOILERS!!!
AEQUITAS
This question bugged me since the beginning. And like the answer to the statue on LOST, this one left me disappointed. We were right that aequitas had to do with judgement (google search definition, it’s there). We were right that it was big. But as far as I know, the rest of our ideas we had were all wrong. The biggest let down of this issue is probably this whole plot point’s revelation. Such a pity. Unless you are happy that it was not the obvious. Seeing this one play out in the final issue will determine my happiness with this answer. Fanwank critics should rejoice though...as in this does not feed our wankiness.
WRECKER DEATH
At least one spark is extinguished on the good guys side in this issue, and it relates to the above disappointment. To be expected with so many cons headhunting them on Overlord’s orders (last issue).
IRONFIST
We find out a whole lot about Ironfist/Fisitron this issue. We knew from last issue that some strings were pulled to get him in, ie he skipped tryouts and was appointed to the team. Who might do this?
None other than the high-ranking Autobot subject of our other review this month. On top of this we find out Ironfist is credited with making some of the most memorable weapons in certain Transformers’ arsenals, as well as, countless other WMD’s used in the Cybertronian War. Plus, he seems to get +10 in the brains department based on events in the final few pages of this issue. But he also may be upping his insanity +2. Lots going on with this character.
"A brilliantly designed piece of firepower is a work of art to me."
-SIDE SLIDE- finally we get the return of the Autobot Wiki in this issue’s end, and this entry is none other than our befuddled, hero worshiper, IRONFIST. Great, you guys (IDW) forgot to do this in two other issues. Maybe you’ll put something in the final issue about Overlord that takes three pages or something...
--SIDE SLIDE 2--I love how they use the older looking pages, colors, etc., for the flashback pages. What a nice touch from the artistic side, and I never mentioned it before.
SPRINGER = BAD@$$
While looking a crazed torturer in the face plate, Springer manages to have a conversation with Impactor about his feelings. We get to see part of the reason Springer is the leader of the Wreckers, as the two soldiers wax philosophical about the situation that landed Impactor in Garrus-9. This flashback is why Springer should be everyone’s favorite character. Oh my god, behind enemy lines type stuff here. Gritty, grimy, and so Wrecker like. Wait what about Topspin, aww sh--, no way! Stalker is quite good at his job, but someone seems to be a bit better.
OMG
Umm...so everyone was saying something about fun, and fanwank right? Wrong. This series has turned psychological, brutal, and dramatic. This issue revs it up a notch for some things that you were probably not prepared for. Sure there is fanwank type stuff here, but there is more that is just downright gut-wrenching, unexpected, and mind-boggling. Fun has turned into crazy, we’re talking messed up Joker crazy. Disorders upon disorder. It is somewhat tough to swallow at times, because of the dramatic change. But it seems to work for the story.
Okay, some wankiness...
a Legion of Doom version of the Wreckers... really? C’mon...
PYRO
Lame, lame, lame. People are going to want to take their Botcon versions and firecracker them after seeing this coward called out, and how he responds. He needs to be drummed out, assuming he survived. Somewhat predictable...probably with all his he’s Optimus Prime Jr. talk.
THE BLACK SMOKE
It’s bad Locke. It’s the opposite of Jacob, and it wants off the island. And if you cross it, it can kill your @$$.
THE MACGUFFIN
Once again, it is present, and once again, it may just save the day. Obvious, and easy, it better not be the ‘way out’. Boo to you Perceptor for offering it. Did you hate how the Magnificence made everything ‘too convenient’ in the ‘tion’ series wrap up? Perceptor had better have hated it enough to not use the one present here. Unfortunately, he voted
YES.
THE CHOICE
“Fight me, or die...”
Not much choice. Same result.
What’s old is new again...
Springer and Impactor UK #167
Where are these guys?
Springer, Sandstorm, and Broadside UK #88
No surprise that you will enjoy reading this one, and probably have to read it a few times . Then you will still be saying,
“what the slag just happened?”
Obviously, I do not want to spoil everything for you, but our thoughts about Grimlock are addressed to a degree. I tried to review the plot in this issue without giving up exactly what happened. Hard to do with this and the next issue being the series wrap.
No matter what I say, you’ll be first in line tomorrow to buy it. You should. Buy two. One for each eye. It’s that enjoyable. And it has been that long since we have had something to look forward to this much.
Check out the five page
LAST STAND OF THE WRECKERS #4 preview to get a taste for yourself!
Date: Tuesday, April 20th 2010 12:42pm CDT
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Jim Sorenson was kind enough to drop us another note regarding the newest offerings on his
blog.
Hey, fellas! Just wanted to let you know that the latest Ark Addendum is up on my blog, Disciples of Boltax. (http://boltax.blogspot.com) It's a double-sized edition, some unused Floro Dery concept artwork for Autobot City.
Cheers!
Jim
As Jim graciously allows us to do, we have posted a smaller portion of the image as a sneak preview, but to see the rest of the sketch you'll need to head on over to Jim's
blog.
As always, for the latest Transformers news (and fun), be sure to keep visiting
Seibertron.com, the ultimate Transformers resource!
Date: Tuesday, April 20th 2010 12:35pm CDT
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Here's a quick Newsletter update from Joel and BigBadToyStore.com... Save 15% on everything except 'New' and
'Preorder / Backorder' items!
Hi - Here is a quick update from
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--BLACKEST NIGHT SERIES 7 & 8 - SETS, SINGLES
DC Direct surprised us and went with two waves of Blackest Night figures
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--BATMAN (JUSTICE) 13" DELUXE COLLECTOR FIGURE
This new 1/6 scale figure is taken from the Alex Ross art in his "Justice"
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--DC UNIVERSE ONLINE STATUES - GREEN LANTERN, SUPERMAN
Two new statues have been announced from the upcoming MMO "DC Universe
Online". Both Green Lantern and Superman are on their way, done from Jim
Lee's art. We've got each 7" statue listed at $69.99, which will save you
$10 each off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... rse+Online
--NEW TRUE BLOOD ITEMS
DC has announced two new items from "True Blood". The Tru Blood Neon sign
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--DC COMICS 75TH ANNIVERSARY DELUXE KUBRICK SET
This new set from Medicom & DC Direct includes a number of different
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saving you $15 off of the MSRP.
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NEW JAPANESE TRANSFORMERS ANIMATED
We've just listed a wide variety of upcoming Transformers Animated
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priced from $28.99 to $83.99 each - 15+ new listings!
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PE-01FR SHADOW WARRIOR TWO-PACK
This new set includes red and blue versions of the Shadow Warrior figure,
so you can have updated versions of the cassettes in your collection.
This set of transforming figures is listed at $69.99.
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NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET - FREDDY KRUEGER GLOVE
Neca will finally be releasing the life sized wearable Freddy Krueger
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Star Trek Romulan Ale, Gears of War Imulsion Drink, Mega Man E-Tank,
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METAL GEAR SOLID - PEACE WALKER PLAY ARTS KAI SNAKE
From the latest Metal gear Solid game comes this Play Arts Kai figure of
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articulated like it's Kai brethren, and it is listed at $49.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail
IRON MAN 2 EXCLUSIVE MINIMATES
Quick decisions and spontaneous tactics are necessary on the battle field,
factors this exclusive Battle Tactics Minimates box set from Diamond
Select Toys and Art Asylum definitely possesses! Featuring the master
strategist Nick Fury, Racetrack Tony Stark and Battle Damaged versions of
both the Mark VI Iron Man and War Machine - this C2E2 exclusive set
delivers the stars of Iron Man 2 as you've never seen them!
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NFL SPORTSPICKS SERIES 23 - CASE, SINGLES
McFarlane has announced the latest in the NFL Sportspicks line. Series 23
will include figures like Donovan McNabb 4 and Brett Favre 6, and we have
them each listed singly at $10.99, with the case of 8 figures (including a
Chase or Collector figure) listed at $79.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=6489
"THE MUPPET SHOW" SWEETUMS 10" FIGURE
This large-sized, misunderstood monster started out as an online
exclusive, but now we've got a good quantity of him coming in next month.
Don't miss out on this chance to add to your Muppet collection, priced at
$24.99 - well below the original MSRP of ~$50
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail
OPCATS
We've got listings up for two sizes of the new TFCats - OPCat plush
figure, who looks very much like a furry version of a popular hero. Pick
up the 5.9" plush for $19.99, or get the 15.75" version for $39.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... arch=OPCAT
HOT TOYS TTM-14 TRUETYPE CAUCASIAN BODY WITH NARROW SHOULDERS
Hot Toys has announced a new Truetype 1/6 scale body. The TTM-14
Caucasian Male has narrowed shoulders and is listed at $36.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail
IRON MAN MARK VI 400% BEARBRICK EVENT EXCLUSIVE FIGURE
We're not sure what Event this figure is coming from, but being the newest
armor in the new Iron Man movie has already got the excitement moving.
This figure is listed at $99.99, and should arrive this November.
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BATMAN R/C NANO RIDES BATMOBILE TUMBLER
Mattle has announced a remote control version of the Tumbler from "Batman:
The Dark Knight." This small version is perfect for play almost anywhere,
and is listed at $27.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail
BLANKA 12" BUST
PopCultureShock is releasing a 12" tall polystone bust of Street Fighter
fan favorite Blanka. This piece is done in his traditional green and
orange colors, and we have it listed at $139.99, $10 below MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail
NEW GRENDIZER FIGURES
High Dream is producing a number of new Grendizer figures this year. We
have the Grendizer Ejectable figure and 16" Grendizer Marmit figure at
$64.99 each, with the 16" Grendizer Marmit Manga Version at $74.99 and
both the Grendizer Mini Metal figure and the 9" Grendizer figure at $36.99
each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... +Grendizer
NFL SPORTSPICKS NEW YORK JETS TWO-PACK
We've also listed the New York Jets Two-Pack from McFarlane. This set
includes the first-ever figure of Mark Sanchez, joined by Shonn greene,
and we have it listed at $20.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail
AOSHIMA AIRWOLF HELICOPTER MODEL KITS
Aoshima is re-releasing their Airwolf helicopter model kits. You can
choose between the regular version at $52.99, or the Extra Parts version
with additional etched pieces (which are currently in stock) at $59.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... ha+Airwolf
SPIDER-MAN LEGENDARY SCALE 11" BUST
Sideshow has announced a new bust in their Legendary Scale line.
Spider-Man stands 11" tall and is clad in his regular costume, and we have
him priced at $189.99, saving you $10 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail
MARVEL, MOVIES, GAMES & MORE: SILVER BUFFALO ACCESSORIES
We've just listed a large numebr of accessories from Silver Buffalo.
They've got licenses like Marvel, TMNT, Gears of War and Sesame Street,
with items such as pub glass sets, shot glasses, mugs, keyrings and
messenger bags. Check out the link to see all of the new items.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... er+Buffalo
BETTIE PAGE ITEMS
Retro-A-Go-Go is producing a number of Bettie Page accessories in
cooperation with Dark Horse. Belt buckles, cigarette cases, keychains,
compacts and more are available in three new patterns - take a look at
these new items at the link.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... ro-A-Go-Go
QUEENS BLADE CATTLEYA 17.75" FIGURE
This new figure of Cattleya by Taki Corporation stands almost 18" high and
includes cast-off pieces. We have her listed at $289.99 (saving you $50
off the MSRP) and should arrive next month.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail
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UFC DELUXE - SERIES 3
Just delivered today - the latest series of UFC figures is available as a
set of 7 for $84.99, get an entire case of 12 at $109.99, or get your
favorite fighter singly. Figures include Liddell, Penn, Fitch, Coleman,
Rua, Parysian, and Silva.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... rch=ufc+03
LIVING DEAD DOLLS 19 - VAMPIRES
Mezco has already sold out of this wave, we have limited stock remaining
at only $99.99 for the full set of 5 ($30 off MSRP!) Each figure comes
with blood soaked mouths - as they have just finished feeding.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail
BBTS EXCLUSIVE GODZILLA VINYL - MEGARO, KUMONGA
We've received our Traditional Colors Megaro & Kumonga from Y-MSF. These
figures are done in traditional greys and greens, and we have them priced
singly at $59.99 each, or you can pick up the pair for $109.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... +Exclusive
FREDDY KRUEGER ANIMAQUETTE - EXCLUSIVE VERSION
The new version of last year's fantastic piece gives Freddy's victim
blonde hair as well as a new t-shirt, and we have it listed at $134.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail
KEYSCAPER KEYBOARDS & MICE
We've received a large shipment of wired keyboards and wireless mice from
the Keyscaper line, and have put up a few new pre-orders as well. The
line comes from licenses like Garfield, the Simpsons, Flags of the World
and more - check out all the new pieces, listed at $34.99 for Mice and
$49.99 for keyboards.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... =Keyscaper
VENOM CLASSIC FAUX BRONZE STATUE
We've received a few pieces of this fantastic new 12" Bowen limited
edition statue. This piece has Venom crouching down atop a gargoyle, and
it is done in a faux bronze finish, and we have it listed at $389.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail
MARVEL LEGENDS SERIES 2 VARIANT FIGURES
We've received a small shipment of Marvel Legends Series 2 variant
figures. We've got Quicksilver in his green outfit and Jean Grey's Dark
phoenix variant, each priced at $9.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... ant+Hasbro
EXCLUSIVE THUNDERBOLTS, WEB ARMOR SPIDER-MAN MINIMATE
The previous internet exclusive Web Armor Spider-Man Minimate is now
available, and is priced at $4.99. We've also restocked our Thunderbolts
SDCC 2009 Minimates set, priced at $14.39, so go ahead and fill those
holes in your collection with these bargains.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=1163
HULK MOVIE MINIMATES SET OF 8
We've also restocked our Hulk minimates. The Movie assortment includes
Bruce, Betty, the Hulk, the Abomination and more, and is priced at $24.99
($7 below MSRP).
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail
Thanks for your interest in
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com and be sure to check
out some of the many new items above. Also be sure to take advantage of
our 15% off sale, which ends on Friday.
Thanks!
Joel & The BBTS Crew
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com
Date: Tuesday, April 20th 2010 9:01am CDT
Categories: Movie Related News,
Toy News
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Seibertron member MADCAT4 has informed us that Japanese Online toy store - Red Mercury has open the pre-order for the new Autobot Alliance Battle Blade Optimus Prime.
This is a brand new Voyager Class figure that revealed in the recent
Toy Fair 2010.
According to Red-Mercury, the release date of this figure in Japan will be on the 25th September 2010.
Check out original post
here.
Stay tuned to Seibertron, Ultimate Resource of Transformers!
Date: Tuesday, April 20th 2010 8:47am CDT
Categories: Toy News,
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Gregory Shaffer from our valued sponsor TFSource has dropped us an update of the store latest offers:
TFsource 4-20 SourceNews
In this issue of TFsource SourceNews:
1) TFsource Spring Cleaning Sale continues!
2) Perfect Effect Shadow Warrior 2-Pack Preorder - now up!
3) TFCat preorder now up!
4) EZ collection Soundwave and White Demolisher just added to our site!
5) TFsource is now carrying the popular Crazy Devy parts!
6) Henkei Classics Starscream - Crown, Cape, and more kit is now instock! 7) 7) Check it out, new source review!
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8) Big restock of popular out of stock items!
9) New color photos of the Fansproject Crossfire 02 set
10) Newest Instock items at TFsource
11) Newest Preorder items at TFsource
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It's here! The TFsource Spring Cleaning Sale! More than 30 items, at least 10% off (and many more than 20% off). We cleaned out our warehouse, and some of the great deals are: #13 Encore Trailbreaker $30, #14 Encore Hoist $30, or both for $55, #18 Encore Skids for $28, Buster Prime for $80 and more! Plenty of great finds for everyone at the TFsource Spring Cleaning Sale, and we'll be adding more items this week!
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2) Perfect Effect Shadow Warrior 2-Pack Preorder - now up!
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Perfect Effect Shadow Warrior 2-Pack Preorder - now up! This popular piece from Perfect Effect now includes two Shadow Warriors, one red and one blue colors and will be sold in a popular two-pack set. Preorder yours today! Set for a late May/Early June release.
PE-01FR - Perfect Effect - Shadow Warrior 2-Pack
http://www.tfsource.com/products/view/product_id/1392/
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3) TFCat preorder now up!
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We have added the TFCat preorder up on our site, for your softer side, the TFCat is a cute 15+ inch soft plush, as well as the smaller 5.9" size is available as well. A new custom line now available for preorder at TFsource, estimated release date is July.
TFCat - OPcat - Soft Plush - 15.6 inch size
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4) EZ collection Soundwave and White Demolisher just added to our site!
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We have just added the EZ collection Soundwave exclusive, as well as the White Demolisher to our site! They are not cheap, as we had to jump through a lot of hoops and buy a lot of other TF merchandise to get these, but we do have limited stock of both available for those looking for some rare exclusive EZ figures!
EZ Collection - Amazon Japan Exclusive - Soundwave
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EZ Collection - Toys R\' Us Japan Exclusive - White Demolisher
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5) TFsource is now carrying the popular Crazy Devy parts!
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Custom upgrade kits for your G1 and ROTF Devastator, and G1 Frenzy & Rumble! Available for preorder now, and shipping in mid May. TFsource is also offering combo pricing when you buy both Frenzy & Rumble kits, or the G1 & ROTF Devastator Kits, save $5!
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6) Henkei Classics Starscream - Crown, Cape, and more kit is now instock
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009 presents Henkei Dark Skyfire by Toy Hobby! Best of all, everyone who subscribes to our Youtube channel up until April 19th at noon will be entered to win a free Toy Hobby Dark Skyfire! 1 lucky person will walk away with the prize, so check it out and subscribe today!
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mE5wpQVwPYQ
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8) Big restock of popular out of stock items!
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We had a big restock of several popular out of stock items: SDCC Classics Nemesis Prime, e-hobby kiss cassettes, Music Label Headphones, Igear Masterpiece Grimlock Upgrade Kit, Gold Roller & Gun set, Reissue Soundwave, and dozens of more items!
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9) New color photos of the Fansproject Crossfire 02 set
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Fansproject just stopped by to give us some new color photos of the Crossfire 02 set, check them out!
Crossfire 02 Set - Munitioner & Explorer by Fansproject
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=1 ... 710&ref=mf
Crossfire 02--XF-02A Explorer + Combat Unit Appendage Add-on Kit Set A
http://www.tfsource.com/products/view/product_id/1255
Crossfire--02 XF-02B Munitioner + Combat Unit Appendage Add-on Kit Set B
http://www.tfsource.com/products/view/product_id/1254
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10) Newest Instock items at TFsource
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Encore #12 Metroplex - Reissue
Just an update that the reissue of the encore Metroplex is now instock. This is not a KO, or bootleg but a second wave. I know many customers regretted missing out on the first wave, so we now have limited stock remaining on this guy. Always a great piece, minty fresh for under $100!
http://www.tfsource.com/products/view/product_id/1250/
TFsource.com - Your Source for Japanese Transformers Animated!
http://www.tfsource.com/category/view/c ... _by/newest
KM-01 Knight Morpher Commander
After much ado, the KM-01 Knight Morpher Commander figure arrives! This piece looks great in person, and lives up to all of the early photographs. Transforms from train to robot and back, check out all the photos of this great custom piece!
http://www.tfsource.com/products/view/product_id/829/
G1 Headmster Head - Custom Concept Piece - Cobra!
The first in the custom G1 headmaster heads series has now been released and is instock at TFsource! The colors seem to be a bit lighter than the photos, so check out all of the photography. We also did not pick a lot of these up so if you didn't preorder you may want to pick these up soon before they're sold out.
http://www.tfsource.com/products/view/product_id/1266/
Henkei Classics - Toy Hobby Exclusive - Dark Skyfire
Toy Hobby Exclusive, Dark Skyfire is now instock and preorders will start shipping out on Monday! A great looking repaint with impressive packaging, this is the Official Toy Hobby Version so TFsource customers can be confident when purchasing this limited and exclusive piece!
http://www.tfsource.com/products/view/product_id/895/
WST Military Operations Commander
http://www.tfsource.com/products/view/product_id/737/
WST Communications Liaison
http://www.tfsource.com/products/view/product_id/738/
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11) Newest Preorder items at TFsource
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e-hobby Alternity A-01U Ultra Magnus - Brilliant White Pearl Version
Make no mistake, this is the official e-hobby version, including the exclusive 12 page comic, and with TFsource combo pricing, order two pieces and save $10! A great looking exclusive piece from Japan, preorders available now!
http://www.tfsource.com/products/view/product_id/1348/
MP-03G Clear Version - Masterpiece Ghost Starscream
We are now offering the e-hobby version of the MP-03G Clear Masterpiece "Ghost" Starscream. The e-hobby version costs a little more, and will include an exclusive comic from Yoshioka Hidetsugu. They said it will have new packaging, but we assume that is the same. Also it will be released at least 2 weeks later. If you have preordered already we will be contacting you shortly asking if you want to upgrade to the e-hobby version. For new preorders, you now have the choice!
http://www.tfsource.com/products/view/product_id/1172/
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Date: Tuesday, April 20th 2010 7:31am CDT
Categories: Comic Book News,
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Posted by: Tigertrack |
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“The evaluation is self-evident: one of their lives is not worth one of ours. That’s what the math dictates.”
Let me get this off my chest first and foremost. I am a Prowl S-L-A-P-P-Y. He was one of the first toys I owned as a child. From the TV show, he was also not everybody’s favorite robot, but he did see plenty of screen time, so I felt comfortable having him as a favorite that nobody else did. Man did I hate seeing him go down like he did in the movie.
In the Marvel comics, he was forgettable until the final issues of the series (“An 80- issue miniseries!”), mostly because in the span of the first 10 issues, he and a band of other Autobots were put down for the count early on by Shockwave, and then put into storage until they could be repaired. When Grimlock found the nucleon and repaired all the wrecked Autobots (wikitron fan fact- causing them to no longer have alt modes), Prowl came back to lead the Autobots as Bludegon led the Decepticons...and of course, Prowl led the Autobots into a Decepticon trap that just about destroyed them. Can’t catch a break. Grimlock dispised him as a weak leader as well.
So, I think you get the picture. Prowl’s claims to fame have been...
-right hand robot to the leader
-tactician/strategist
-unfeeling, logic driven cad
-incompetent leader and soldier
-overall ‘party pooper’ of the Autobots
He did have a shining moment, at least in this Prowl fan’s eyes.
The episode
Roll For It in Season 1 was the closest we’ve seen to an independent Prowl who does more than think, or act as a ‘yes man’ to authority. Unfortunately, he needed Chip Chase’s help to be this remarkable a warrior.
The TakaraTomy Binaltech fiction saw the reemergence of Prowl as a character, but again, needing Chip Chase as his more human side.
Prowl has been in every re-imagining of Generation One continuity you can name. His importance, as already stated, has never really gone past that of strategist relying on facts. As you can imagine, when the Transformers Spotlight Prowl was announced I was really excited ('
Starscream fangirl' excited, no, excited, yes) that we might get something more about this underrated character.
Artwork:
The return of E.J. Su. Through the hazy mists who is it that we see reappear to light our darkest hour? None other than Transformers artist E.J. Su, back at work with IDW drawing Transformers.
“Hi, I’m EJ Su, you may remember me from such previous Transformers stories as Transformers: Infiltration, the hiding, and Transformers: Escalation, the slow build.”
Oh, and remember when we didn’t like E.J’s new designs on our 'Precious'? Many of us would love to see him come back and give Transformers Ongoing pencils a go.
His art does create a familiar, happy feeling to return to though. E.J. calls upon his ‘-tion’ style mostly, and brings us simpler, blockier designs based on each character’s Classics and Universe toy (for those that had one).
The work is gritty, and energetic, and yet, it fits like an old glove. Textures are handled, but not in an overly complex way. The inks and colors work well with the pencils to create an effect that many of us have missed in our Transformers comics lately.
"AWESOME!"
What I really like though are the uses of the large, dark, shadow spots. They work well, and as a style, allow the artist to use less detail, and think more about the inter-workings of the negative and positive spaces these dark shadows cause. It also allows for more attention to be brought to the parts that are bright, which are usually the most important to helping us see the story.
I am sure that the art is going to cause some wincing among fans, but I find it refreshing, nostalgic, and interesting to look at. It has a certain Mike Mignola Hellboy feel to it (with less hell, more boy) that works well with Transformers.
Plot/Writing:
Since All Hail Megatron Coda #15, Prowl has been left out of things. We’ve seen him helping Rodimus Prime’s bunch trying to get off of Earth in the Transformers Ongoing series (wikitron Fan Fact: Prowl got captured by humans as he was baited into trying to save Breakdown then **edit** rescued, in the battle for his rescue, Ironhide was lost). We’ve seen him pulling some strings as a high ranking Autobot leader to get certain people into certain places (See Spotlights Kup, and Ultra Magnus, and Last Stand of the Wreckers #4).
All this has led us to think is that Prowl is pretty much the Autobot equivalent of Shockwave, albeit less powerful of a fighter. Always calculating the math, and making decisions based on logic and numbers, never using instincts, or feeling to make his decisions. Prowl supports the Autobot cause to no end, and really does not question authority, as long as logic, and the numbers, support it.
This 'attempting to save Breakdown' incident in TF Ongoing #1 was a step in a new direction for Prowl. For those who may have thought,
‘What the hell?’ when Prowl made that somewhat uncharacteristic move, you’re about to be enlightened. This story tells the tale of Prowl between All Hail Megatron, and Transformers Ongoing #1. It gives us insights into the character that we perhaps have not given much thought to, or thought that the writers had given much thought to either.
This spotlight also helps fill in some pieces (like AHM Coda did), it is a fairly necessary read for anyone trying to make sense of the continuity that IDW is placing together.
For fans of Generation One characters that transform into police cars that are not named Streetwise, Siren, or Stakeout, this is written for you, as well.
Finally, Prowl fans can feel good that their guy is not just a logic driven, uncaring, strategist. We saw some passion in the Marvel series, and on the old cartoon, but until now, have really only seen him giving, and receiving orders.
In this issue Prowl has some intense inner dialogue where he is calculating the effectiveness of what they are doing on Earth, making suggestions, and feeling the command structure fall to pieces around him. He is caught up between his emotions and the logic, and this is what drives the story.
And then we see the heart in the tin man...
The entirety of the issue is either Prowl ‘debating’ with himself, self-narrating the story, or dialogue where he interacts with others. It fits very well. It is well written, and
Mike Costa deserves praise for this issue's success because he is sure getting enough people contesting his writing/pacing in Transformers Ongoing.
This issue allows us to get into Prowl’s head, and heart, and finally feel he’s...something.
Long time coming, long overdue, and well executed. Prowl fan happy. Enjoy.
Check out the 5-page Prowl preview
here, the issue hits your local comic shop somewhere near tomorrow.
Date: Monday, April 19th 2010 10:38pm CDT
Categories: Toy News,
Unlicensed Products News
Posted by: Mach |
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Seibertron Energon Pub member Wheeljack-S70 has managed to get a piece of iGear PP01 Faith Leader prototype. He is kind enough to drop us a few lines regarding his thought on the toy.
Check out his review below:
"I recently got something pretty exciting in the mail from china, a pre-production prototype of the iGears PP01 series. Since I think I’m one of if not the first to get a hold of one of these I figured I would share a closer look of what this thing looks and feels like. One thing to note is that this is a prototype so one would imagine there might be slight changes in the final product.
-First Look: This is a scaled down version of MP01. Nothing appears to be simplified. Everything down to the tire suspension, to the complex elbow and knee joints, to the rivets and panel lines is there.
-Size: PP01 stands at 8.5 inches or about 21.59 cm. Shoulder width is about 4.5 inches (11.43 cm). In truck mode he’s 6.25 inches (15.88 cm). According to my calculations the truck mode sits at just about 1/39 scale to a standard COE truck from the 80s. I have him pictured with a 1/32 scale model kit from the same era. This was a bit of a bummer for me cuz I’m a huge 1/32 nut but the bot mode still scales up nicely with the classics/verse lineup. He’s in and about hasbro’s ultra class scale, standing shoulder to shoulder with Silverbolt.
-Materials: PP01 appears to be made of a slightly more delicate plastic than has/tak grade but substantially better than any “ko” I’ve seen. I own CM’s relatively new Brave Combat Calibur (Roadbuster) and the plastic seems to be of the same quality. PP01 has no metal parts except for pins and screws. I transformed him several times with no issue and even accidentally dropped him once on my kitchen ceramic floor. A “DOH!” moment but nothing broke. The head popped off the ball joint but popped back on easily enough. The front windows are clear with no foggy areas. Tires are rubber. Detail on everything is spot on and crisp with no warping or air bubbles.
-Joints: On a 1-10 scale with 1 being ridiculously tight and 10 being so loose that limbs can’t hold their own weight, an ideal figure in my opinion would be somewhere in the 5-6 range. This prototype is about 5. I never had to force anything while transforming or posing him. The joints are loose enough to move around but tight enough to hold their position.
-Paint: N/A This prototype is unpainted.
-Extras: PP01 came in with some extra pieces. A miniature Walther P38 with a silencer, scope and all the trimmings, a clear axe, an arguably more g1 accurate head to switch out the head, an extra set of hands (a kitbasher’s dream come true), and 2 laser blasters to fit both types of hands.
Overall: If you like MP01 and always wanted one to fit in with your classics/universe/generations line, here you go. If you wanted an MP01 to better fit with your MP seekers, this fits pretty well also. If you didn’t like MP01, then you won’t like this. Personally, I’m a G1er through and through and the classic’s line is when I became reenergized about TFs. I’m big on “believable” scale with my collection as well. I use the deluxe style cars with the MP seekers. I can only speak for myself but for me, this fits in nicely.
I still have the figure if you guys have any specific questions that I didn’t cover. Thanks for reading this guys. I hope this helps you in making a decision one way or another. Or justifies the decision you made, one way or another.
cheers!
here are some images from a full gallery I have at
section 70."
Stay tuned to Seibertron, Ultimate Resource of Transformers!
Date: Monday, April 19th 2010 9:42pm CDT
Categories: Toy News,
Sponsor News
Posted by: Seibertron |
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Moving Sale (Up to 90% Off) and New Preorders from Past Generation Toys!
Be sure to stop by and say hello to Past Generation Toys at the 2010 International GI Joe Convention in Rhode Island from April 30th to May 3rd.
We've got a huge new sale with big savings on hundreds of items from various lines. There are GI Joes for $2, DC Universe Classics for $5, and Transformers for $3. You can find all these deals and more on in the Past Generation Toys Moving Sale! Check it out now before they're all gone.
http://www.pastgenerationtoys.com/categ ... clearance/
Also new to the store are Living Dead Dolls preorders, so purchase now and guarantee that you won't miss out on great characters like Beetle Juice.
http://www.pastgenerationtoys.com/categ ... ead_dolls/
And don’t forget to check out the Past Generation Toys Blog, PGT on Facebook, and PGT on Twitter, because we’ve got contests, reviews, news, and articles to keep you updated on the world of toys!
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Date: Monday, April 19th 2010 3:51pm CDT
Category: Comic Book News
Posted by: Blurrz |
Credit(s): BZZURKK
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The third issue of the Last Stand of the Wreckers 3 left us mourning a fallen Wrecker, while also leaving us with questions, such as, who is Aequitas? Rest assured, this five-page preview from
BZZURKK will answer that question, or you can simply wait until this Wednesday, when
Last Stand of the Wreckers #4 will be available at your local comic store. Be sure to check out the description, covers, and a snippet of the preview below, while the rest can be seen
here.
Transformers: The Last Stand of the Wreckers #4
Written by Nick Roche and James Roberts with art by Nick Roche and cover by Trevor Hutchison and Roche
The WRECKERS have found Aequitas, and things have suddenly become a whole lot more complicated! As the AUTOBOTS’ special ops team stands on the brink of dissolution as the fatalities mount, PERCEPTOR realizes that drastic action is called for—but having come this far, who among his teammates is prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice?
Transformers: The Last Stand of the Wreckers
32pg.
Color
$3.99 US
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