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Toy News Transmissions

Hard Hero Optimus Prime Statue!

Posted by optimuslives Aug 1, 2003 38,698 views

TFW2005 has shown us the full figure Optimus Prime statue from Hard Hero that is to go hand in hand with the recently announced Megatron statue. Check out Prime leading the attack here!

2 Versions of Alternator Smokescreen

Posted by Redstreak Jul 30, 2003 36,582 views

HobbyLinkJapan has indicated there will be two versions of Alternator Smokescreen, one for each driver, Transfandom reports. Check out the article on HLJ here. Bigbadtoystore has also indicated this on their Pre-orders page with two separate listings.

Toys R Us Online Huge Update!

Posted by optimuslives Jul 30, 2003 36,171 views

Had trouble finding some of those recent Armada or Universe toys? Well, worry no more. Toys R Us has posted a huge update on their website, most notably the preorder pages for Commemorative Series V Transformers. To pre-order the TRU ...

G1 PS2 game at kicks-hobby.com

Posted by Abrogate Jul 29, 2003 35,647 views

While some of us are bummed that the G1 game isn´t coming to America, there are others that don´t care because they´ve got an imported PS2 or a modified PS2. If you´re one of those people who has the machine ...

Unicron ... Found!

Posted by Redstreak Jul 28, 2003 35,396 views

UNICRON! In Target today in the Livonia area (a suburb of Detroit, Michigan), I was pleased to discover one, only one, of the mighty destroyer of worlds - UNICRON!!! Look on the top shelves, people, his box is far too ...

OTFCC Coverage: Hasbro's Display

Posted by Seibertron Jul 26, 2003 71,324 views

What an eventful day! We´ve had a great time at OTFCC so far. To start things off, we decided to provide the images from Hasbro´s display first which include pictures of TRANSFORMERS: ENERGON!!! If you want to view the next ...

Commemorative Series VI Figures In TRU Computers!

Posted by optimuslives Jul 25, 2003 37,376 views

From the TFW2005 boards we have learned that two of the figures in teh Toys R Us Commemorative Series VI are none other than Grapple and Smokescreen! They are listed in Toys R Us computers under the following SKU numbers: ...

Armada Overload and Skywarp have arrived !

Posted by ToXmAn Jul 24, 2003 39,307 views

TF: Armada Overload and Skywarp are being sighted in Target and Walmart stores around the United States. Visit Unicron.com´s Sightings section to add your own or check the confirmed place. Also dont forget to stop by our own Energon Pub ...

Detailed Pic of Smallest TF's

Posted by ToXmAn Jul 24, 2003 41,031 views

DragonX76 from the TFD forum has posted some very nice images of the "Smallest transformers evers" taken by Dennis Tham, including the chases figures cliffjumper and skywarp, check all the images right here.

TFTM Special Edition 2-Disc Set?

Posted by optimuslives Jul 24, 2003 39,754 views

ToonZone has learned that a two-disc, expanded DVD edition of Transformers: The Movie is in development, timed to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Transformers. A late 2004 release date has been tentatively scheduled. What does this mean for us? Possibly ...

Shrapnel & Bombshell Statues Up For Order!

Posted by optimuslives Jul 24, 2003 39,663 views

Comic Statues have just put up a preorder for the second in their exclusive Insecticon Series, the diabolical Shrapnel! Check out the master of electricity in his hauntingly beautiful form now. Bombshell is also up for pre-order as well, so ...

Destructicons in Canada?

Posted by Abrogate Jul 24, 2003 40,144 views

Could Canada be getting the Destructicons as Wal-Mart exclusives? Purgatori of TFW2005 reports finding pegs at Wal-Mart with "Destructicon" Item Sticker labels, priced at normal super-con price point. If this is true, then good news for Canadian G2/RiD fans!

TF Bottle Cap info

Posted by Abrogate Jul 24, 2003 49,634 views

Kabaya, the candy company that included Micron Legends figurines, is now making G1 bottle cap figures. Prime, Megatron, Devastator, Galvatron, Jazz, Bumblebee, Grimlock, Ultra Magnus, Rodimus Prime, and even chase figures. The figures come with a small book and an ...

Transformers: Alternators SMOKESCREEN Pics

Posted by Seibertron Jul 17, 2003 47,877 views

SPOILER WARNING! Professor Smooth provided links to the 20th Anniversary Optimus Prime figure earlier ... but we wanted to give some special attention to a new line of Transformers that seems to bring the Transformers to an all new level. ...

Micron Legends Shockwave and X-Dimension mini-cons

Posted by Abrogate Jul 16, 2003 43,982 views

Micron Legends Shockwave has hit the shelves in Asia and Remy is once again the man with the showcase. Go here to see a few pictures, plus the X-Dimension repaints of the Air Military mini-con team. If that´s not enough, ...

Jet Convoy boxset

Posted by Abrogate Jul 15, 2003 41,214 views

Always one to deliver ground-breaking news, Remy Rodis has come across a Jet Convoy boxset that has been previously unheard of. This reportedly doesn´t have electronics and the windows are painted silver. Check it out here.

Powerlinx figures at Hobby-Link Japan

Posted by Abrogate Jul 14, 2003 46,690 views

Hobby Link Japan has got pre-orders for a few Micron Legends Super figures, known as Armada Powerlinx figures to us Westerners, along with Wheeljack and a few new Gobots. Check out Super Ratchet (Red Alert), Super Hot Rod (Hot Shot), ...

3 new Universe figures

Posted by Abrogate Jul 13, 2003 41,030 views

Small Blue Planet Toys has gotten pre-orders for 3 surprising new Universe figures. Tarantulas, Skydive, and Depth Charge. Skydive, along with Tankor, can be seen here. Depth Charge and Tarantulas unfortunately do not have pictures yet, but you can see ...

Armada Jetfire arrive to Spain

Posted by ToXmAn Jul 13, 2003 42,424 views

Thanks to Knockout for the tip, he have found armada Jetfire in Tenerife, Spain, this is good news for all Transfan in Spain, he also sayd that lots of RID figure has been restocked as well.

New Transformers GoBot Figure

Posted by ShinjiConvoy Jul 12, 2003 42,674 views

Amazon.com has posted pictures of a new Transformers Gobot figured called Hauler. This Gobot Transformer should make you happy if you have a kid, want to appease your inner child, or simply want a new toy. Check out Amazon.com for ...

G1 Transformers Game: ONLY IN JAPAN

Posted by Professor Smooth Jul 9, 2003 42,901 views

The highly anticipated Transformers: Tatakai game will not be released outside of Japan. This comes as a major kick in the selenium shinguards of fans outside of that wonderous asian island. However, if you´ve taken the time to get your ...

Armada Clones

Posted by ShinjiConvoy Jul 9, 2003 41,832 views

The first armada clones have begun to surface on ebay. at the moment it could still be a hoax but this might possibly be the first line of attack in the "cloning" of armada toys.

Hoist's Mystery Lever

Posted by ShinjiConvoy Jul 9, 2003 42,491 views

Hoist´s blue lever has confused many of the armada consumers. I myself found difficulty with the device even after reading about its use. Fortunatly i eventually got it to work without breaking one of my fellow trans fan´s prized possession. ...

Armada Knockoffs: It's Begun

Posted by Professor Smooth Jul 8, 2003 43,070 views

This is in the rumors section because frankly, it doesn´t deserve to be on the frontpage. First of all, Armada Knockoffs have arrived. Because of shipping charges, and the (strangely high) demand for such items, it WILL be cheaper to ...

20% Off Transformers at KB Toys!

Posted by optimuslives Jul 8, 2003 44,408 views

Kay-bee Toy stores are having a sale on ALL Transformers. Get 20% off any and all Transformers toys that they have in stock. I even spotted an Armada Powerlinx Optimus Prime there so you may want to check out your ...

Beast Wars Season 1 DVD Set Pre-Order

Posted by optimuslives Jul 8, 2003 42,440 views

Amazon.com has posted the preorder page for the Rhino Beast Wars: Season One DVD Box Set which is set for release on August 12, 2003. The price of the set is reduced to $44.96 and will include the 26 episodes ...

Crystal Figures: RETURN

Posted by Professor Smooth Jul 5, 2003 63,204 views

After a several month absence from the scene, another of what I´ve personally dubbed "Factory Made Fakes" (although that´s still under invenstigation) has appeared. Once again, this is an all-clear Optimus Prime figure. However, this one is different from its ...

Remy's Act 110, Tidal Wave complete

Posted by Abrogate Jul 4, 2003 42,357 views

Recently Remy posted part 1 of a Tidal Wave gallery, focusing on his vehicle mode. Now he´s posted part 2, 32 pictures devoted almost entirely to his robot mode and his connection with Megatron. Check out this awesome gallery here!

Target Computers lists Energon Price Range

Posted by Professor Smooth Jul 2, 2003 42,521 views

Hasbro unveiled a very limited amount of info recently on their new line Transformers: Energon. Even with such a small amount of hard information available, fan speculation has been running wild. One question that fans really want to know is, ...

New Transformers Armada PS2 Game Info!

Posted by optimuslives Jun 30, 2003 43,299 views

Transfandom has just posted an interesting tidbit about the upcoming Transformers Armada game. Check out the thread at their forums (warning spoiler!)here! Also of note, the release date has been moved up to fall of this year, it was previously ...

Tf: Universe 1st Wave Has Arrived

Posted by ToXmAn Jun 29, 2003 42,251 views

Transfan have seen in almost all Walmart in the US, the 1st wave of Transformers: Universe, including Silverbolt & Snarl, so let the hunt begin !

Transformers Universe arrives to Store in NYC

Posted by ToXmAn Jun 25, 2003 42,495 views

Fans have sighted some Wave 1 Transformers Universe deluxe assortment (Snarl, Silverbolt, and Reptilion) in NYC, so if your around make sure to check your local Toy R us as soon as possible.

TF:Universe Optimus Primal Package

Posted by ToXmAn Jun 25, 2003 42,989 views

Pictures has been found on ebay of the Transformers:Universe Optimus Primal in package, the auction is currently open and you can still bid for it, you can check the pictures of Primal in the auction´s link here.

Pic of Transformers Armada Overload in Package

Posted by ToXmAn Jun 24, 2003 41,862 views

In one of ebay´s auction fans have found pics of Overload´s in his Unicron Battle package, for some unknow reason the auction was closed and no bids were made. Check the auction with the pics right here.

More Micron Legend's Shockwave Pics

Posted by ToXmAn Jun 24, 2003 43,411 views

Remy of Tfkenkon has posted a few Transformers related pictures from the latest Hobby Japan Magazine, in the pictures you can see some new shots of Micron Legend´s Shockwave & more. Check the pictures in this link.

In Package pics of Armada Role-Play Swords

Posted by Professor Smooth Jun 23, 2003 43,039 views

G1 Megatron may never be available in US shops again due to it´s gun-like appearence, swords and blunt objects are alright though. Kids will be able to inflict minor amounts of harm on themselves and their friends with these Role ...

Season 3 Part 1 Release Date Confirmed!

Posted by optimuslives Jun 19, 2003 43,483 views

TVShows On DVD.com reports that the release date for Season 3 Part 1 is September 9th. The retail price is $49.95 for the DVD boxset, or $19.95 for each DVD seperately (3 DVDs total). It would appear that Season 3 ...

Inferno and Starscream In-Stock at HLJ!

Posted by optimuslives Jun 19, 2003 43,716 views

HobbyLink Japan has informed us that the Takara Bookstyle #8 Inferno and #9 Starscream Reissues are instock and ready to ship! Check out your order status at HobbyLink Japan here!

Commemorative Series IV Now Shipping!

Posted by optimuslives Jun 19, 2003 43,530 views

Toys R Us Online has now changed their shipping status on the Series IV Reissues to shipping out within 24 hours. To order your Series IV ´Bots, follows these links. Here are the order pages for Skywarp;, Prowl;, and Red ...

Soundwave Preorder at HLJ!

Posted by optimuslives Jun 19, 2003 45,956 views

HobbyLink Japan has started taking preorders for the upcoming Takara Bookstyle #10 Soundwave Reissue. Place your order for this fan favorite here!

American name for Overlord

Posted by Abrogate Jun 18, 2003 47,234 views

Since the figure Overlord has never been released in America, Hasbro is apparently changing his Heroes of Cybertron name to Gigatron. Also, the Bumblebee w/ Spike 2-pack is being called the Autobot Espionage Team. Thanks to Glhboy of tfw2005.com for ...

HOC Wave 4 out in Hong Kong

Posted by Abrogate Jun 17, 2003 51,401 views

Remy Rodis, infamous Transfan of Hong Kong, reports finding Wave 4 of the Heroes of Cybertron PVCs. Hasbro seems to be continuing it´s trend of appealing to Japanese fans by including a former chase piece as a regular figure (Dirge), ...

#8 Inferno and #9 Starscream Released Soon!

Posted by optimuslives Jun 16, 2003 44,279 views

Transfandom has posted the tentative release date for the next in Takara´s Book-Style Reissues of Transformers. According to Toys R Us Japan, these two figures will be shipping out in Japan on June 20th, so get make sure you have ...

Beast Wars Release Date Confirmed!

Posted by optimuslives Jun 16, 2003 45,364 views

Animated Bliss has posted news that Rhino has tentatively scheduled the Beast Wars: Season One DVD Box Set for release on August 12, 2003. The price of the set is estimated to retail for $59.95 and will include the 26 ...

More info on Tatakai

Posted by Abrogate Jun 13, 2003 49,708 views

Raijin Optimus of tfw2005 got the latest issue of Dengeki Playstation magazine and had this to report: "1. The game, previously estimated to release in fall, now has an estimated release month, in October. 2. Special moves for some of ...

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