Random House Releasing Transformers: Retribution January 28, 2014

ScoutBumblebee wrote:Up for preorder is Transformers: Retribution, the thrilling prequel to the original Transformers animated series.

The what?!

No...

No it isn't.

It is the third book in the Exodus Trilogy, wrapping up the story that began in Exodus and continued in Exiles.

It's another part of the Aligned Continuity, and that's very much the TF: Prime versions of Optimus and Megatron on the cover.

There's no relation to the G1 animated series here. The description is talking about Transformers: Prime.

Sabrblade wrote:
No...

No it isn't.

It is the third book in the Exodus Trilogy, wrapping up the story that began in Exodus and continued in Exiles.

It's another part of the Aligned Continuity, and that's very much the TF: Prime versions of Optimus and Megatron on the cover.

There's no relation to the G1 animated series here. The description is talking about Transformers: Prime.

Ok, fixed the wording to reflect more of the synopsis of the book. Thanks for clearing any confusion.

Sabrblade wrote:

ScoutBumblebee wrote:Up for preorder is Transformers: Retribution, the thrilling prequel to the original Transformers animated series.

The what?!

No...

No it isn't.

It is the third book in the Exodus Trilogy, wrapping up the story that began in Exodus and continued in Exiles.

It's another part of the Aligned Continuity, and that's very much the TF: Prime versions of Optimus and Megatron on the cover.

There's no relation to the G1 animated series here. The description is talking about Transformers: Prime.

You're surprised that Random House made a mistake about that? After the last 2 books? Really? Really? Really?

njb902 wrote:

You're surprised that Random House made a mistake about that? After the last 2 books? Really? Really? Really?

Nah, that verbiage was my error. I got "original" in there incorrectly, trying to do one too many things at once.

ScoutBumblebee wrote:

njb902 wrote:

You're surprised that Random House made a mistake about that? After the last 2 books? Really? Really? Really?

Nah, that verbiage was my error. I got "original" in there incorrectly, trying to do one too many things at once.

It's in the actual synopsis as well.

ScoutBumblebee wrote:

njb902 wrote:

You're surprised that Random House made a mistake about that? After the last 2 books? Really? Really? Really?

Nah, that verbiage was my error. I got "original" in there incorrectly, trying to do one too many things at once.

It's in the actual synopsis as well.

njb902 wrote:

ScoutBumblebee wrote:

njb902 wrote:

You're surprised that Random House made a mistake about that? After the last 2 books? Really? Really? Really?

Nah, that verbiage was my error. I got "original" in there incorrectly, trying to do one too many things at once.

It's in the actual synopsis as well.

It just says the animated series, whereas it should probably say Prime, but the glaring error was using the word original, which was an oversight on my part.

I'm looking forward to the Star Seekers showing up.

I am looking forward to it but, I hope this one does not have as many inconsistencies as the last two books.

padfoo wrote:I am looking forward to it but, I hope this one does not have as many inconsistencies as the last two books.

Give it time.

The Official Transformers Facebook has posted another excerpt from the Transformers: Retribution novel by David J.Williams and Mark S. Williams. This one is scheduled to release tomorrow, but for now you can check out the brief excerpt mirrored below. The pre-order from Random House can be found by clicking the following link:

Transformers: Retribution - $7.99


[quote]“So what did the Quintessons promise you?” asked Optimus.

Megatro nshrugged. “The Decepticon Matrix of Leadership.”

“And you believed them?”

“Wha tdid they tell you?” snarled Megatron.

“That if I couldn’t convince you of peace, they could control your mind.”

“What? And you believed that?”

And suddenly Optimus realized that he really did. And that the Quintesson shad already been doing that. But not to Megatron.

To him.

A way to influence circuitry…. make the subject more malleable… Optimus knew in that instant what he had to do. Something that his whole being rebelled at. Something he never would have contemplated doing until now. He reached into his chest-cavity.

And switched off the Matrix of Leadership.

As the software went dark ,all of his doubts fell away. None of it was left—just him. He had no idea where the All-spark was. No clue as to what Prime really wanted. But he knew for certain that he faced a foe far worse than the Decepticons: an ancient enemy that had once enslaved his race and that had almost enslaved him—and somehow managed to corrupt the Matrix itself…[/quote]

What's with all the missing spaces, Transformers Facebook?

What's with all the missing spaces, Transformers Facebook?

I'm totally split on this. I actually liked Exodus, made it through Exiles, and was looking forward to the next chapter. but I really don't like Quintessons, so I'm not sure about this. Oh, and

[quote]Starscream's eye's practically bugged out of his head[/quote]

Ugh. Just ugh. Transformers have optics. And they don't bug. If anything, they flash or glow in intensity.

Rodimus Prime wrote:I'm totally split on this. I actually liked Exodus, made it through Exiles, and was looking forward to the next chapter. but I really don't like Quintessons, so I'm not sure about this.

I've heard very good things about this book, saying that it reads so much better than the first two with the authors feeling like they actually get these characters, so it sounds like a big step up from the Irvine novels.

Rodimus Prime wrote:Ugh. Just ugh. Transformers have optics. And they don't bug. If anything, they flash or glow in intensity.

But in all seriousness, it probably just means that his eyes "widened" or "expanded" for that moment, like this;



Also, yes "eyes" is a correct term. The G1 cartoon used it all the time. Specific example being when Scourge stole Metroplex's "Ghost in the Machine".

Sabrblade wrote:

Also, yes "eyes" is a correct term. The G1 cartoon used it all the time. Specific example being when Scourge stole Metroplex's "Ghost in the Machine".

I always thought that Sludge shot was idiotic. Too Disney-like, didn't belong in Transformers. Though I'm sure it's not the only instance. And "eyes" might be acceptable due to its usage in G1, but I still prefer "optics." Fits better.

Does anyone have any idea how much the Quints are actually in this book?

The official Transformers Facebook page have uploaded yet another excerpt from today's release of the third Transformers novel in the Aligned continuity: Retribution! Check out yesterday's here, and read on below for more - or head here to order the book.

[quote]Several hundred meters out, the noses of the warships peeled back and spat forth thousands of terrifying shark-like robots bristling with weapons and oversized razor sharp dorsal fins. Both Decepticons and Autobot stared in amazement at the sheer number of new arrivals. To Kup, Bumblebee, and Rodimus the new robots looked very familiar. But they couldn’t quite remember where they’d seen them…


A hatch opened on the bow of the flagship and a huge blue-green behemoth emerged. A king-sized version of his Sharkticon army, the newcomer wore a scaled cape and giant squid-shaped battle-helm, and carried a titanic trident. The tentacles that draped down his chest and back might have been extra armor, but they writhed like snakes and could probably lash out like them too. Sharp jagged-edge fins protruded all along the creature’s back, forearms, and calves. He handed his trident to two members of his honor guard—for that was how many it took just to hold it up—whereupon three more of them placed a giant conch-like object into his open palm. He held the device to his mouth, began to speak throug hit. A monstrous voice boomed and echoed over the sea.


"You have the honor of hearing the voice of Lord General Tyrannicon, the First of the Many. As Supreme Commander of the Aquatronian Defense Force, I hereby place you under arrest in the name of Quintesson Imperium. Surrender now or prepare to be utterly destroyed." As if to drive his point home, thousands of Sharkticons began gnashing their teeth and thrashing their powerful tails. But an undaunted Megatron stepped forward and waved his fist at Tyrannicon.


"Who dares speak to Megatron that way? I'll tear you limb from”—Optimus grabbed Megatron’s shoulder and pulled him back. Megatron shoved him away.


"Get your hands off me, librarian!"


"Megatron, there's no way we can win this one. You have to stand down."


“I never stand down.”

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Order TRANSFORMERS: RETRIBUTION by David J.Williams and Mark S. Williams. On sale NOW!

http://www.randomhouse.com/book/198676/transformers-retribution-by-david-j-williams-and-mark-williams[/quote]

Rodimus Prime wrote:Does anyone have any idea how much the Quints are actually in this book?

I don't have the book yet (my local B&N didn't seem to have it), but I'd imagine that at least a good chunk of it takes place on Quintessa. The title itself likely refers to the retribution that the Quints want for being rebelled against, overthrown, and ultimately kicked off of Cybertron back during the Age of Wrath.

Though, the title could also refer to Thundertron wanting retribution for his home planet being destroyed by the Rust Plague (which he blames the Cybertronians for).

Is this an exclusive? I didn't see it at Barnes and Noble, though I did pick up the newish Gail Martin book.

njb902 wrote:Is this an exclusive? I didn't see it at Barnes and Noble, though I did pick up the newish Gail Martin book.

Seems it's supposed to be a standard retail release. My B&N didn't have it either. I'm gonna check again on Thursday.