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Toy News Transmissions

Armada Knockoffs: It's Begun

Posted by Professor Smooth Jul 8, 2003 43,120 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 44,491 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 42,533 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 63,276 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 42,388 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 42,598 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 43,384 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 42,288 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 42,527 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 43,039 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 41,903 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 43,442 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 43,097 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 43,591 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 43,765 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 43,556 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 45,996 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 47,268 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 51,454 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 44,312 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 45,447 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 49,743 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 ...

Commemorative Series IV Delayed!

Posted by optimuslives Jun 12, 2003 45,370 views

In what is becoming a frighteningly regular development, Toys R Us Online has now changed their shipping date on the Series IV Reissues to July 1st. What will this mean for the Series V figures due to come out in ...

Build to Rule figures up on Hasbro's site

Posted by Abrogate Jun 11, 2003 50,078 views

Hasbro´s official Transformers site has added the Build to Rule Lego-like figures to their full Armada list. To check out bigger pics, just click the names: Demolishor, Hot Shot, Jetfire, Megatron & Cyclonus, Optimus Prime, Red Alert, Smokescreen, and Starscream.

World's Smallest Transformers Wave 2 Announced

Posted by Abrogate Jun 11, 2003 49,623 views

Snakas of Japan reports that Wave 2 of the World´s Smallest Transformers has been showcased. Megatron, Hot Rod, Tracks, Prowl, Jazz, and Skids will be the next among these 2 inch versions of their G1 selves. Check them out here.

Overload out in Hong Kong

Posted by Abrogate Jun 11, 2003 46,098 views

Remy Rodis, that infamous Hong Kong collector, has sent Tformers pics of his brand new Armada Overload! Check out pics of this bad bot here!

Transformers: ENERGON in 2004!!!

Posted by Rhinox Jun 9, 2003 52,920 views

A new press release from Hasbro teases us with the first official information about the upcoming 2004 Transformers line. "If it doesn´t say TRANSFORMERS, then it´s not ROBOTS IN DISGUISE! TRANSFORMERS is one of the hottest boys brands around the ...

Universe figures on transformers.com

Posted by Abrogate Jun 9, 2003 48,186 views

Hasbro´s official site, Transformers.com has updated with Universe figures in their catalog. They don´t have their own section so you have to view each figure seperately. Many of these are first time viewings, such as Tankor and Obsidian´s robot modes, ...

Green Sparkplug repaint

Posted by Abrogate Jun 9, 2003 47,508 views

Tformers.com reports that the next issue of Japanese "TV Boy" Magazine will come with a limited edition green repaint of mini-con Sparkplug. Convenient for those who don´t want to pay $40 for Prime just for his mini-con. It also comes ...

First look at Unicron's packaging!

Posted by Abrogate Jun 8, 2003 44,811 views

Thanks to Dai Atorasu of the EnergonPub, we have the first look at Unicron´s packaging. The behemoth has already been released in Hong Kong, and TFClub.com has him! What more do we need to say, Check him out!!!

First look at a few Universe figures

Posted by Abrogate Jun 5, 2003 46,284 views

Thanks to Entertainment Earth, we have the first look at TF Universe Tankor, Obsidian, and Striker. Tankor/Obsidian are a 2 pack in the Ultra assortment, with Tankor being mega and Obsidian being basic. You can see them here. Striker is ...

SIXTRAIN Announced

Posted by super_convoy Jun 4, 2003 45,305 views

SIXTRAIN has been announced as the next Micromaster Combiners reissue. According to an email from BigBadToyStore.com, a red chase variant will be release together, and it appears that all 6 figures will be included in a box of 12. Good ...

Many new Micron Legends figures announced

Posted by Abrogate Jun 1, 2003 44,998 views

Remy Rodis, that infamous Hong Kong collector/photographer, has announced a whole slew of new Micron Legends figures. Repaints of the Air Military, Space, Sea, and Adventure mini-con teams; the names for Sideswipe and Wheeljack (Stepper and Rampage, respectively); and giftsets ...

New mini-con repaints in Wal-Mart computers

Posted by Abrogate Jun 1, 2003 48,811 views

Tfw2005 has reported that Wal-Mart has some new mini-con repaints listed in their computers. Street Speed Redeco (skn #80695), Sea Team Redeco (80696), and Emergency Team Redeco (80697). The Street Speed redeco has been revealed by Orson to be similar ...

Micron Legends Shockwave revealed?

Posted by Abrogate Jun 1, 2003 45,378 views

Ever since Armada made one of its many translation errors and called Tidal Wave "Shockwave," fans have assumed this is his name. Raijin Optimus of tfw2005 has confirmed that Shockwave will indeed be Tidal Wave´s Micron Legends name. Also, they ...

Picture of an OTFCC Exclusive from Wizard World!

Posted by Professor Smooth May 30, 2003 45,598 views

One of the OTFCC exclusives was OFFICIALLY unveiled today at Wizard World: East. Check out these pics of the exclusive the figure and it´s packaging. Transfandom´s staff is covering the event live, they´ll be posting updates all day at in ...

New Hard Hero busts announced

Posted by Abrogate May 30, 2003 47,931 views

Hard Hero´s next 6 busts have been announced: Laserbeak, Buzzsaw, Rumble, Frenzy, Ultra Magnus, and Jazz. Laserbeak and Buzzsaw will each be a different mold, rather than a repaint of each other; same with Rumble and Frenzy. Laserbeak and Buzzsaw ...

Yet another wave of clear Spychangers?

Posted by Abrogate May 30, 2003 46,001 views

Hikaru IchijoSL of tfw2005 has found new spychangers at his local KBs. And just a few minutes later, tformers.com reported finding some! They seem to be reverse-colors of the Japanese Jusco-exclusive Car Robots super clear spychangers, which were rumored months ...

New items in Wal-Mart computers

Posted by Abrogate May 30, 2003 47,304 views

It has been reported that there are 2 new Armada items in Wal-Mart computers, both at the super-con price point. First is Powerlinx Demolishor, the other is an oddly named figure, Nemesis Prime. All speculation points to this being a ...

Transformers: Universe IN-PACKAGE Images

Posted by super_convoy May 29, 2003 46,519 views

Want a sneak preview of Transformers: Universe? Check out e-Hobby Japan has posted pre-orders for the first wave of the Universe figures, and you can see toys and packages images of the following: Optimus Primal, Razorclaw, Silverbolt, Snarl, Reptilion.

Takara Starscream Reissue: Contents of the Box Pic

Posted by Professor Smooth May 26, 2003 47,214 views

Yesterday, the box art for the upcoming Starscream reissue was revealed. Today, fans get to see the contents of the package. Notice the painted on Decepticon logos on the figure. This reissue also features show-accurate colors and a "Megatron" gun ...

Laserbeak instead of Buzzsaw???

Posted by Seibertron May 25, 2003 47,982 views

The word circulating the ´net today is that Takara´s upcoming Transformers: Collection #10 will be Soundwave with LASERBEAK instead of Buzzsaw. The news apparently comes from Snakas from Japan who found this information out on a Japanese toy store´s website ...

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