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Sunday, December 31st, 2006 3:21PM CST
Categories: Company News,
Collectibles
Posted by: Raymond T. |
Credit(s): www.businesswire.com
Views: 102,462
Business Wire has reported on the merger between
Corgi International Limited and
Master Replicas earlier this week. Corgi International Limited is best known for manufacturing toy models and Master Replicas for creating Scaled movie models and replica's of movie props for movies/brands like StarWars and StarTrek.
In the press release for this merger, it was also mentioned that Corgi International Limited will develop unique collectibles in 2007 for several well-known brands, including Transformers. The following is the complete press release as
reported on Business Wire.
"
HONG KONG--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Corgi International Limited (Nasdaq GM: CRGID) today announced that the merger with Master Replicas Inc. has closed. Michael Cookson and Jennifer Klatt of Master Replicas Inc. have been named CEO and CFO, respectively, of Corgi.
Cookson commented, “The new Corgi combines three high quality brand names (Corgi Classics, Master Replicas, and Cards Inc.) into a single entity that expands the depth of its licenses, its collectible categories and its range of products.”
The new Corgi now holds licenses for many of the highest grossing film franchises of all time including Batman, Disney Classics, Harry Potter, James Bond, Lord of the Rings, Pirates of the Caribbean, Star Trek, Star Wars, Superman, and others.
The company will be developing unique, collectible products under three brands. New products will begin arriving at retail in the spring of 2007 for Harry Potter, Pirates of the Caribbean, Star Wars 30th Anniversary, and Transformers and in the fall of 2007, for The Golden Compass.
Corgi Classics will focus on collectible die cast vehicles and figurines, Master Replicas will continue to develop and produce movie prop replicas and high end collectibles, and a third brand will develop licensed products for the gift and toy channels.
For more information, please visit www.Corgi-International.com, www.MasterReplicas.com and www.CardsInc.com.
About Corgi International
Corgi International develops and markets a wide variety of both licensed and unlicensed collectible products – ranging from high end prop replicas to toys and gifts. The company holds licenses for many of the top film franchises of all time, including Batman, Disney Classics, Harry Potter, James Bond, Lord of the Rings, Pirates of the Caribbean, Star Trek, Star Wars, Superman, and others. The company is headquartered in Hong Kong, with offices in Walnut Creek, CA, Chicago, IL, and the United Kingdom.
Caution Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this release are forward-looking. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated. Such risks and uncertainties include, in addition to those discussed above and without limitation, changes in market demand for Corgi International products, changes in economic conditions, dependence on certain customers and other risks described in the company's annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2006. The company undertakes no obligation to revise these forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances".
Friday, December 1st, 2006 7:22PM CST
Categories: Toy News,
Collectibles,
Collectors' Club News
Posted by: Hotrod |
Credit(s): Pete@BotCon
Views: 42,981
Pete@BotCon has dropped by to give us an update on the Transformers Club Exclusive Astrotrain and Airazor. Images of both figures and Astrotrains minicons have been posted on the clubs main page at
Transformersclub.com. Here is what Pete@Botcon had to say"
"Now that the pre-orders are underway and all the club members have gotten a first look be sure to check out these new images of both toys. If you are not already a club member there is a link to join now.
Also, a revamped club newsletter will be hitting Jan. 25th. Lanny and I will have a new design that is all kinds of awesomeness with some new features people are really going to dig. Don't miss out!"
Tuesday, November 28th, 2006 2:17PM CST
Categories: Toy News,
Collectibles,
Retailer News,
Collectors' Club News
Posted by: Alex Kingdom |
Credit(s): NuclearConvoy, shgarland_1383
Views: 47,478
The
Transformers Collectors Club has sent out the following message to all member concerning the
recently reported club exclusive Astrotrain and Airazor.
Hello,
If you have not seen them yet, pictures are up in the members site.
To order Astrotrain or Airazor, please follow the directions below as we will
NOT take phone orders until Thursday. Emailed orders will take priority. We
will start processing and making callbacks today from our list of emails. We
will get to you in the order the emails were received. Again, we will NOT take
any calls on these items until Thursday.
Please send an email to angie@mastercollector.com with the following
information:
If you need to have someone call you back, just include your phone number and
name. If you have a credit card on file (which most of you do) please give us
the last 4 numbers of the credit card and expiration date, verify your shipping
address in case it is different from your mailing address, make sure you put
your first and last (not your screen name) name and daytime phone number on your
request.
Then tell us what you want to pre-order. These two pieces are currently
scheduled to arrive here in late January.
We are limiting the quantities you can order to two of each (two Astrotrains,
two Airazors) until December 11, to give all members a chance to order what they
want. Some people are not online and they will not see the announcement until
they get their newsletter. There are only 2,000 pieces of each item.
You must be a member to order these items. If someone is not a member, they can
join at the same time.
Astrotrain is $87 +shipping, Airazor is $42 +shipping. Shipping is $7 domestic
for the first item and $1 for each additional item. Foreign shipping will vary
by country. If you are placing a foreign order, we will calculate the airmail
cost and add it to your order.
Example order: if you are domestic and order one Astrotrain and one Airazor the
total cost will be $137.
Also, if you are a foreign member and need a call back, we will call you though
the time of day might be very late or very early.
We have put these rules in place to make this process as easy, simple and fair
as possible. Please follow them.
In case you are wondering why we are not taking orders online: the programmers
are working on a pre-order module for the store but it is not finished. Also it
is not a good idea to test new code with such an overwhelming amount of
processing. We would prefer to test it in a simpler environment to ensure there
is not another Nemesis Prime problem.
Thanks for your support! If you have a question please put it in the Ask Brian
area in the members forum and I will answer it. Angie and the other support
staff will be a bit busy.
Brian
Thursday, November 23rd, 2006 9:00AM CST
Categories: Comic Book News,
Toy News,
Collectibles,
Collectors' Club News
Posted by: Hotrod |
Credit(s): shadow panther of TFW2005, Fireblast
Views: 59,579
Today the Diamond Exclusive Botcon 2006 "Transformers Timelines: Dawn of Futures Past" comic was released. One of the pages in the comic featured an advertisement for
Transformers Collectors Club membership. Featured in the advertisement are images of the box for the upcoming club exclusive Astrotrain, the mini-cons that will be included with Astrotrain, a close up of his headsculpt and the next club exclusive!
The figure will be Dawn of Futures Past Airazor. A photo of Airazor's headsculpt is featured in the advertisement. Airazor appears in the comic and is clearly a repaint
Energon Slugslinger with a totally new headsculpt. You can see a scan of the advert
here at TFW2005.
Update: Thanks to
Fireblast we now have a comfirmation scan from the comic book itself for Airazors mould.
Wednesday, November 15th, 2006 6:24PM CST
Categories: Toy News,
Collectibles
Posted by: Hotrod |
Credit(s): Jetstorm, TFormers.com and Bigbadtoystore.com
Views: 50,185
Many fans have wanted a Transformers chess set, and now we are getting one thanks to SOTA Toys. SOTA Toys has offically announced that they will be producing a chess set based on Transformers. Not only that, but the set will be based on the G1 cartoon. The chess set is set to be released in May 2007. Here is the product description
Bigbadtoystore.com:
"Sota Toys brings us an awesome new Chess Set licensed by Hasbro. The figures in this set will be Generation One based and stand at about 3.5" tall for the larger items. The board will be Transformers themed and measture around 17" x 17" x 3". This is a large and heavy set that is fully painted.
The Autobots side of the board features:
King = Optimus Prime
Queen = Rodimus
Knight = Grimlock
Bishop = Ultra Magnus
Rook = Jazz
Pawn = Bumblebee
The Decepticon side of the board features:
King = Megatron
Queen = Galvatron
Knight = Starscream
Bishop = Soundwave
Rook = Shockwave
Pawn = Kickback"
Tuesday, November 7th, 2006 11:53AM CST
Categories: Toy News,
Collectibles
Posted by: Raymond T. |
Credit(s): The Toy Book October 2006
Views: 37,248
TSM-in-N.Y. of the All-Spark Boards
reports about an article that can be found in "The Toy Book"'s Oct. issue. from page 78. The article is in regards to rereleasing the G1 Mini-Vehicle Keychains.
"Basic Fun will offering four styles of Transformers Generation One key chains featuring the classic characters Brawn, Windcharger, Cliff Jumper, and Bumbleebee. The assortment will be available to retailers beginning in January 2007 in anticipation of the feature film, which is to be released July 4, 2007. Also in conjuncation with the movie release, Basic Fun will introduce a broad assortment of toys including a key chain featuring an infrared motion sensor, a night scope, a listening device, and two styles of character key chain figures featuring Optimus Prime and Bumblebee. Rounding out the licensed assortment, Basic Fun will offer several styles of its Magic Washcloths featuring Transformers characters and graphics".
Wednesday, October 18th, 2006 12:19PM CDT
Category: Collectibles
Posted by: Hotrod |
Credit(s): Xybot of Allspark.com
Views: 30,028
The celebration of the 20th Anniversary of Transformers: The Movie keeps getting bigger and bigger. Diamond Select will be joining the 20th Anniversary celebration. They will be releasing a brand new Unicron and Rodimus Prime Statue! The sculpt is an Art Asylum design. For more information about this amazing statue as well as a picture click
here.
Saturday, October 14th, 2006 5:49PM CDT
Categories: Company News,
Collectibles
Posted by: Hotrod |
Credit(s): Wizards of the Coast
Views: 29,085
Earlier this month we reported
here that
Wizards of the Coast was conducting a poll asking
"How interested would you be in purchasing a Transformers collectible game
made by Wizards of the Coast?" Well, the results are in and the answer by the fans is no. Here are the results posted by
Wizards of the Coast:
"1 (not at all) 7223 62.1%
5 (extremely) 1593 13.7%
2 (slightly interested) 1237 10.6%
3 (moderately interested) 1037 8.9%
4 (very interested) 545 4.7%
Total 11635 100.0% "
Tuesday, October 10th, 2006 6:07AM CDT
Categories: Toy News,
Rumors,
Collectibles
Posted by: Calenatarion |
Credit(s): TFArchive's
Views: 29,931
Over at
TFArchive.com, a user named "TransformersMonopoly" says he is working on a Transformers Monopoly game.
According to him, USAopoly is working by a license from Hasbro on this game. USAopoly wants to make a Monopoly game featuring 105 Transformers characters.
If you would be interested in helping them, you could contact TransformersMonopoly" in
this thread. Doing that you might have a chance to have a mention in the rules or a free game.
Could this be a new product because of the new
Transformers Movie?
Friday, October 6th, 2006 2:01PM CDT
Categories: Rumors,
Collectibles
Posted by: Bed Bugs |
Credit(s): Redshift, Wizards of the Coast.com
Views: 27,493
Thanks to Seibertron.com member Redshift, a new poll has been discovered on
Wizards of the Coast.com in regards to a possible release of a Transformers Collectible Game.
For those that want one, scroll down and let your voice be heard!
Edit: My apologies, it is a Collectible Game, not a Card Game.
Thursday, October 5th, 2006 10:42PM CDT
Categories: Toy News,
Company News,
Collectibles,
Retailer News
Posted by: Bed Bugs |
Credit(s): Fender Bender, HasbroToyShop.com Catalog
Views: 35,725
Sadly, it is not as good as the Fall25 code, but we do have a new code to report. HasbroToyShop.com has sent out a new catalog, and along with it, a code for 10% off.
The code is Facat06, and even more depressing, shipping is not deducted either. This code expires on October 31st, so keep it in mind in case the Fall25 code expires before then.
Tuesday, September 19th, 2006 12:35PM CDT
Category: Collectibles
Posted by: Jelze Bunnycat |
Credit(s): TFWire.com
Views: 22,690
TFWire has reported that two of the New Transformer T-Shirt designs exclusive to
Hot Topic will be released early, in mid-October just in time for Halloween. The designs in question are the Optimus Prime and Soundwave styles, optimus Prime one will have an Autobot logo on the left arm.
You can see the original article
here
Monday, September 11th, 2006 6:30PM CDT
Categories: Toy News,
Collectibles
Posted by: Hotrod |
Credit(s): i_amtrunks and Theyareamongus.com
Views: 18,055
Our own i_amtrunks has informed us that there have various reports around the internet about new Transformers sightings in Australia. Attacktix figures have been sighted all around Australia. Only the first wave of figures have been spotted so far. It also appears that only Toys "R" Us and Kmart stores are stocking them. The starter packs are priced at AU$20 and the boosters are AU$10 a pack.
Monday, September 4th, 2006 10:22PM CDT
Categories: Toy News,
Collectibles
Posted by: Shinobi Rendar |
Credit(s): Seibertron
Views: 21,188
Two new auctions for unreleased Generation 2 combiners Drag Strip and Streetwise have appeared on
ebay.
Auctions:
Drag Strip
Streetwise
The toys seem to be in pretty good condition according to the description. Good Luck and happy bidding.
Tuesday, August 29th, 2006 6:45PM CDT
Category: Collectibles
Posted by: Hotrod |
Credit(s): Destro of TFW2005
Views: 26,152
Are you having trouble with your sweet tooth? Are you wondering if you should go Trick or Treating this Halloween? Well we have news about something that may answer those questions. You will be able to find new Transformers candy. That's right, Transformers candy. We have seen Transformers lollipops in the past, now there will be some based on both Cybertron Optimus Prime and Megatron. The first two will feature the heads of Optimus Prime and Megatron that open up to a the lollipop. These will also have clips. The second kind will also feature Cybertron Optimus Prime and Megatron. Optimus Prime or Megatron can be found on spinners. No batteries will be needed to spin the lollipop. All you do is squeeze the handle to spin the character and lollipop. For images of these click
here.
Wednesday, August 23rd, 2006 1:12AM CDT
Category: Collectibles
Posted by: Seibertron |
Credit(s): Shinobi Rendar, Matrix_Prime
Views: 22,355
There are 6 new designs that may appear at
Hot Topic in the near future:
1) Line art of Soundwave in tape deck alt mode
2) Artwork featuring Optimus Prime's torso
3) Hot Rod's flame insignia from his chest
4) Track's flame insignia from the hood of his alt mode
5) Artwork featuring Soundwave's torso
6) Autobot logo featuring the infamous Universal Greeting.
You can view full size images of these various designs at
TFWire.com.
Monday, August 21st, 2006 1:19AM CDT
Categories: Toy News,
Events,
Collectibles
Posted by: Alex Kingdom |
Credit(s): ViceGripX of CybCon, Maximus Prime
Views: 22,646
ViceGripX of
CybCon has sent us the following email announcing this years convention exclusive.
To help commemorate the 20th Anniversary of Transformers The Movie, this year's CybCon exclusive will be Kranix. Lovingly hand-crafted by crazysteve, Kranix will be available in limited quantities. So, don't miss out on your opportunity to get your own Kranix and register before it's too late.
CybCon 2006 will be held on Saturday, September 2nd, 2006 at King Oscar Motel and Convention Center Tacoma, 8820 and 8726 South Hosmer, Tacoma, Washington 98444.
Sunday, August 20th, 2006 7:06PM CDT
Categories: Toy News,
Rumors,
Sightings,
Collectibles
Posted by: Bed Bugs |
Credit(s): i_amtrunks
Views: 44,907
Seibertron.com member i_amtrunks has found something interesting way down under. Apparently, Australian Transformer Fans can expect to find a free Cybertron DVD containing the first
4 episodes of Transformers Cybertron. It is suggested that this new promotion has been introduced to the Voyager and Ultra class figures to replace the free minicon promotion.
Here is what i_amtrunks initially posted:
This applies to Australian members only:
Was browsing around Target and it seems the Voyagers and Ultras will no longer be packed with a bonus Minicon pack/basic figure.
Instead you get the first Cybertron DVD free, saving you $12-$18 (depending on where you get your dvd's) It contains the "first four" episodes of Cybertron (with episode 1 an amalgamation of Galaxy Force episodes 1 and 2)
I saw it attached to Quickmix, CD Scattorshot, CD Red Alert, Mudflap, Jetfire, Sky Shadow and Vector prime (white version)
Sunday, August 20th, 2006 12:47PM CDT
Categories: Toy News,
Collectibles
Posted by: AutobotJazz |
Credit(s): TFArchive.com
Views: 24,024
Hasbro has recently filed some very interesting trademarks. The new trademarks lead us to believe Hasbro will be releasing an Optimus Prime version of
Mr. Potato Head. They have filed trademarks for
Optimash Prime and "
More than meets the fry".
Information in the trademark leading to believe of a Potato Head Prime comes from this line of the trademark:
"toy kits containing a plastic toy figure and detachable plastic body parts for affixing to the toy figure to form various caricatures."
Tuesday, July 25th, 2006 6:41PM CDT
Categories: Toy News,
Company News,
Collectibles
Posted by: Hotrod |
Credit(s): Super_Megatron of Cybertron.ca
Views: 24,574
Canadian Transformers Collectors Club Members should be receiving their Club exclusive Landquake figures soon. Super_Megatron of
Cybertron.ca has reported getting his in the mail. So keep your eyes on the mail box!
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