Derrick J. Wyatt to be at TFCon


Article By Destron23

According to the TFCon website, Derrick J. Wyatt is schedueled to appear at TFCon as a guest, and I quote the website: "We are pleased to announce that Derrick J Wyatt, the Art Director and Lead Character Designer for Transformers Animated will be joining us this year for TFcon 2009. He will be in attendance all weekend taking part in various panels and Q&As."

Ooh, this is very good news. I wish I could go to TFCon, especially since it's only a four hour drive, but I am poor... LOL! It would be neat to meet him, being an artist myself, I would love to commission him for Beast Machines Tankor and Transmetal Tarantulas.

Source: TFCon

FansProject Update!

News Article by James-

FansProject have finally updated their site again, this time highlighting the soon to be released TFCon Exclusive, Powered Commander, and G3 Trailer. Powered Commander has been slightly changed since the prototype and now sports rocket launchers and BFG tips. The G3 Trailer is also shown off with what appears to be a completed Rollar and a good look at the weapons to come with the Trailer which at the moment are all chrome. Click Here for more of Powered Commander, Here for more of G3 Trailer, and Here for the weapons set. Still no price or release date for the G3 Trailer.

AAAAAARRRRRRRGGGGGGHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!! On the other hand, that Powered Convoy looks good, although even if it was mass retailed, I still wouldn't get it.

Source-FansProject.com

Botcon Thunderclash


Article By Destron23

Botcon.com has released photos of their upcomming figure Thunderclash. More images can be viewed here.

Here's his quote: "Where all others fail, I stand able to succeed."

Here's his bio: "A decisive leader who is never afraid to take action, he commands the instant respect and loyalty of every soldier he takes under his wings. With a razor sharp mind, and a reputation for rescuing troops under his command from disastrous situations, Thunderclash is considered an ideal mentor to initiate new recruits into the Autobot ranks."

The botcon figures seem to be getting a bit better. Thunderclash looks really nice, and has an appropriate repaint. You would think theses colours should never be seen together, but for some reason I enjoy them. Great work Botcon officials!

Source: Botcon.com

Henkei Dinobot Gallery


Article By Destron23

Tfw2005, has released a gallery of the new Henkei Dinobot! The entire gallery can be viewed here.
This looks fantastic! I want one now! It's extremely show accurate, even his beast mode eyes are spot on to Beast Wars! If only he was sold in North America...

Source: Tfw2005

Transformers Animated Listings


Article By Destron23

According to Zap2 it, they list some future animated episodes:

Predacons Rising

Human Error part 1

Human Error part 2

Decepticon Air

Not much to say, but I think it's pretty obvious what the episodes are going to be about, except Decepticon Air.

Source: Zap2 it

New ROTF Deluxe Brawl Repaint

News Article By Disguy4-

A member of the TFW2005 boards going by the name of "Chinaseller" has posted new images of a previously unknown repaint of the 2007 Movie Deluxe Brawl (or as the film refers to him, Devastator...) figure. The figure is simply a repaint and bears a striking resemblance to the Deep Desert Brawl repaints of the 2007 Movie Leader Class and FAB Brawl figures. The images we have received are ONLY of the vehicle mode, but I am sure we will soon be receiving images of what this figure will look like in his robot mode. To view the rest of the photos, click here.

Honestly, I could care less about this... As a matter of fact, I'm sure not too many people care about this. In My opinion, the 2007 Movie Deluxe Brawl was a bad figure. The pegs in his arm didn't correctly connect to the sides of his torso, he didn't have much play value, and he just felt cheap overall. I'm sure a new color scheme couldn't make this figure any better. If you feel the need to get one version of Brawl from the 2007 movie, stick with the Leader class figure, he's great.

Source- Allspark

BTS Toy Prime Trailer Rollar Update!

News Article by James-

It seems BTS are now hitting home in the "Prime Trailer War". With FansProject being left in the dust, BTS are nearly ready to release their two Trailers! This update gives us a look at a "semi-finished" Rollar. To see all the images, click the link: http://btstoy.blogspot.com/2009/03/new-update-for-semi-finished-scout_29.html.

Very cool, I think that even if the FansProject version is too expensive, I shall thoroughly enjoy this one!

Source-UniverseTF Exclusive!, Home Source-BTS.Toy Blog

iGear-004B Update!

News Article by James-

Original Video - More videos at TinyPic

It what has only been achieved with major sites such as TF08 and The Arker, iGear have hit the news for the third time this week with an update on iGear-004B, Masterpiece Optimus Prime Trailer. Although not necessarily in the full battle, this trailer IS in the current "Prime Trailer War" and will have to be VERY good if it is to get any sales, especially as this isn't even the first one! With no price tag or release date at the moment, iGear-004B will come with iGear-004A (Masterpiece Rollar). To see the other images, click the link: http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/generation-1-1/igear-ig-tf004b-update-167178/.

I must admit, one day, I would like to get some Masterpiece figures. But not now, so this is useless news.

Source-TFW2005, Home Source-iGear/TF08

Alpha Trion, What is Your Job?




News Article by James-
Derrick.J.Wyatt has provided a little background to Animated Alpha Trion, you may have noticed him near the end of "Transwarped" in the Council chamber next to Magnus. Wyatt states:
"Alpha Trion is head of all of the civilian guilds that make up the non military portion of the Autobot High Council. I guess this sort of makes him like a "vice-Magnus.""

Um, fine. Not much of an opinion you can say about this can you.

Source-Derrick.J.Wyatt

iGear-002 Isn't Just an Auto-Scout...

News Article by James-

Now I was among quite a few saying that iGear doing an Auto-Scout was a waste of time as it was coming out in the "Gear of War" set from TFC. Not anymore. iGear have released some new images revealing not one, not two, but three other things coming with the Auto-Scout! They are:
- Kremzeek (as pictured (final will be yellow))
- Energon Cubes
- The crystal that sent the Auto-Scout to it's doom
But, there is a catch to this as not everything is in the same box. If you get the "Blue" version (box modelled after G1 Soundwave) you get the Auto-Scout, an original comic, THREE crystals, three Energon Cubes and a tape cartridge. If you get the "Black" version (box modelled after Soundblaster) you get the same things, except the Energon Cubes are replaced by two Kremzeek models. Both sets are $19.99. If you want to see the other four images, click the link: http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/other-news-20/new-images-of-igear-toys-auto-scout-accessories-167162/.

UPDATE: iGear-001 has now been updated with some new stuff! The price of the set still hasn't arisen, but it would have probably been bumped up by the addition of:

- Animated Ultra Magnus Classics Hammer

- Wrecker's Flag The colours are not final.

I was thinking 19.99 was a bit much for a cassette! I still won't be getting it, but if I had to get one, it would be the "Black" version simply because a Kremzeek figure is very expensive these days.

Source-TFW2005, Home Sources-iGear and TF08

SPOILERS: Transformers Animated Five Servos of Doom Leaked Online


Article By Destron23

As we had Where Is Thy Sting leaked, we now get a leaked Five Servos of Doom. This episode includes many past characters, a couple new ones, a character's past and a fan favourite voice actor.










One of the most AWESOME episodes ever! We finally see a bit of Prowl's past, and an awesome one at that, wasn't his ninja master supposed to be Dai Atals though? George Takei as Yoketron was awesome! Glad to see that Swindle and Blitzwing are still alive! I wonder if Sari's protoform came fromthe ninja HQ? We now the know the fate of the Magnus Hammer (I'm guessing that hammer goes to every new Magnus). And dramatic foreshadowing of Prowl's death when Yoketron says: not to sacrifice a piece of the future for the past, and that Prowl would understand when his time comes. Also, does this mean Prowl will ware the armor for the rest of the season?

Also, I don't think this Warpath would be a Warpath to shout BOW! KABOOM! ZANG! David Kaye's Warpath sounds a lot like Kaye's Sesshomaru to me.

Also, no Bumblebee, Bulkhead, Ratchet, Sari or Sumdac. And the only seeker left is the female Starscrem, where could she be hiding?

Source: Youtube

Revenge of The Fallen In Package Images: Megatron, Skids and Chromia


Article By Destron23

TF08 released some in package images of Megatron, Skids and Chromia. It is now certain that the Blue motorbike is indeed Chromia.

They look really nice in package and Chromia looks much nicer than what we've seen in previous pictures. And if I'm not mistaken, this is the first time we've seen in package pictures of Chromia and Skids.

Source: TF08.net

Reprolabels March Update!




News Article by James-
Reprolabels has had a huge March update with 12 new sets available! They are as follows:
- G1 Wreckers Insignia, $7, http://reprolabels.com/Symbols/
- G1 Triggerhappy, $3, http://reprolabels.com/Decepticons/triggerhappy.asp
- G1 Skullgrin, $3, http://reprolabels.com/Decepticons/skullgrin.asp
- G1 Venom, $4, http://reprolabels.com/Decepticons/venom.asp
- G1 Ransack, $5, http://reprolabels.com/Decepticons/
- G1 Chop Shop, $4, http://reprolabels.com/Decepticons/chopshop.asp
- G1 Highbrow, $6, http://reprolabels.com/Autobots/
- Universe Classics Brawn, $3, http://reprolabels.com/Legends/
- Universe Classics Cyclonus, $7, http://reprolabels.com/Classics/cyclonus.asp
- Universe Classics Patriot (from Universe Classics Sideswipe with Sunstreaker head swap) , $7, http://reprolabels.com/Classics/patriot.asp
- Universe Classics Tigertrack (from Universe Classics Sunstreaker with Sideswipe head swap), $7, http://reprolabels.com/Classics/tigertrack.asp
- Universe Classics Hound and Ravage, $8.50, http://reprolabels.com/Classics/hound.asp

The only one I would get from this lot would be Brawn. I am getting the Henkei version of Hound and Ravage as well as Cyclonus. The G1s and custom figures I care nothing for.

Source-Reprolabels.com

SPOILER! Where Is Thy Sting Leaked Online


Article By Destron23

Yesterday, Where Is Thy Sting (schedueled for Saturday on Cartoon Network) was leaked online. The episode features Wasp, and we see the Jet Twins in this episode.











SPOILERS!!!!


I really enjoyed the episode! Much better than Three's A Crowd. I like the quiproquo between Wasp and Bumblebee, but it took a bit too long. Bulkhead's squeeks and bus head were funny! I'm really dissapointed with Jetstorm and Jetfire's voices. What they did was cool, I still find them really neat, but why must they be Russian? I could see it for Strika, but not for them, now I can just imagine the jet twins saying "hoopla!" I really enjoyed Ratchet's reaction to the combined Safeguard. It was also nice to see Jazz and Sentinel, and I liked it when they referenced the comic book. I also liked the rainy setting of the show. My presumptions were correct in thinking Wasp wouldn't upgrade to Waspinator in this episode. And I loved Shockwave in the episode, being ever the logical being by taking matters into his own hands when he couldn't reach Megs. And because of Shockwave, we get our Awesome cliffhanger. Curious though, when Ironhide asks Ultra Magnus who attacked him, Ultra Magnus says Shockwave. I wonder if this will be dramatic irony, because we know Longarm is Shockwave, but do the autobots know this? Of course they know Longarm's a traitor, but they don't know that he had the Shockwave alter ego, they might think it was a random Decepticon who attacked Ultra Magnus.


LOL: Where's your hammer?

Source: Youtube

First Image of ROTF Barricade with New Image of Bumblebee!

News Article by James-

TF08 has posted the first image of Revenge of The Fallen Barricade! As Frenzy is dead, his mold has been changed slightly so instead on the Frenzy compartment, you've got the clawry-eyey thingies that came out of his headlights in the Movie:

TF08 has also posted a picture showing Revenge of The Fallen Bumblebee's new flip out cannons in vehicle mode:

Very nice. I shall still get the original Premium Barricade for Frenzy, but I shall definitely be picking this one up as well as the new Bumblebee which is the first Revenge figure on my list!

Source-TFW2005, Home Source-TF08

New Transformers Animated Toy Listings

News article by: TransformerAreCool

Wal*Mart computers ghave shown new listings for Transformers Animated Figures. Here they are:

Deluxe:
TRA ANIMATED DX RODIMUS 65356941980
TRA ARCEE SLEEK CAR 65356937933
TRA ELECTROSTATIC SOUNDWAVE 65356937934

Voyager:
TRA ANMTD BUMBLEBEE 65356939375
TRA VOYAGER BLACKOUT 65356940324
TRA VOYAGER JETPACK 65356940325

We can see the canceled item Hydrostatic Bumblebee might BEE back. Also you may notice Rodimus, and Blackout.

Tac's Opinion: I think this is really awesome! I mean I don't get animated anymore, but that BB is very accurate I might have to just pick him up. This is definitely a plus for all Animated fans!

source: TFW2005 & walmart

Unicron.com Accessory Set Instructions


Article By Destron23

Unicron.com has revealed instructions to their new accessory pack. These instructions include stickers for the Allspark and Ratchet's magnets. More images and instructions can be viewed here.

Intresting, the stickers are illuminescent. Really nice and I hope I can get my hands on the accessory pack like I've said before.

Source: Unicron.com

Mr.Highbrow, Your Fate Has Been Sealed...

News Article by British Citizen James-

Do you guys remember Highbrow? If you don't, this is him:YES! That's right! The British dude in Transwarped. Well, Derrick.J.Wyatt has revealed the fate of him! He states:

"Nothing to Wheeljack, but head of Autobot Intel, Highbrow mysteriously vanished. Longarm Prime now holds that job."

So there you have it people, it appears we have a serial killer amongst us...

NNNNNNOOOOOO!!!!!!! British Bots don't die!

Source-Derrick.J.Wyatt's Blog

New Animated Season 3 Backgrounds!

News Article by James-

Alex Dilts, the creator for Animated's background has revealed five new ones for Animated Season 3! If you don't know it already, there is a HUGE spoiler concerning Ultra Magnus in one of the images, so please consider before clicking this link to view the other images:http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/animated-8/transformers-animated-season-3-backgrounds-spoilers-ahoy-167119/.

Very nice. Because of the spoiler, if you want to know my opinion, please tune into March the 22nd's Transformers Matrix show!

Source-TFW2005, Home Source-Alex Dilts Blog

Prototype Images of iGear-001!




News Article by James-
TFW2005 have received the first prototype images for iGear's first set, A City Commander Upgrade Set Upgrade! The images also show a fully painted head which looks a hell of a lot better than that... other one... To view the other images, click this link:http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/classics-11/i-gear-city-commander-ig-tf001-upgrade-set-update-167117/.
Although the price and release date are unknown, the set will include a new head, shoulder rocket launchers, a sword, and a G1 accurate rifle.

That is looking pretty good to me! Just hope they don't over-price it...

Source-TFW2005

Botcon Flak


Article By Destron23

Botcon.com has revealed pictures of Botcon's new box set figure: Flak. He is a repaint and has a remolded head from Cybertron Defense Scattorshot. More images can be seen here.

Here's his motto:
"Always be prepared. If you can be lucky, do that, too."

Here's his bio:
An experienced 'alien fighter' who forged his career in the Cybertronian Revolution, Flak is a fearsome opponent. Space pirates, mutants, transorganics... Flak has fought them all, first as a security officer, then as an explorer, and finally as a shock trooper under Thunderclash's command. Off the battlefield, combat doesn't interest him; it is his job, he does it when needed and he does it well.

Other than Skyquake and Leozack, I really enjoy the look of this guy! He must be the best Autobot in the set thus far. Very nice use of the mold, and how fitting that he's in the Elite Guard, the mold was originally used for the Cybertron Defense Force. LOL, I guess Flak stole his motto from Landshark. The colours are really basic, but for some reason, I really like them. The red and green stand out in a good way. I also really like the head sculpt, it reminds me of something that would come out of Armada.

Source: Botcon.com

NEW Pictures of Animated Activators Soundwave and Fireblast Grimlock


Article By Destron23

TFW2005, has received some official Hasbro pictures of the Activatots class Soundwave and a new figure, Fireblast Grimlock. More pictures of Soundwave can be seen here, and more images of Fireblast Grimlock can be seen here.

These guys looks AWESOME! Maybe we'll get more toys in Animated afterall. Fireblast Grimlock's paint scheme's much nicer than Golfire, and his paint scheme reminds me of R.I.D Bruticus. Too bad the paint scheme isn't on the voyager. Soundwave looks spectacular! His paint's the proper shade of blue, and although his backpack is big, his mold looks spot on to the show, he even has the proper chest decal, the play buttons abdomen, and the relatively skinny legs, as opposed to the big clown feet. Too bad he isn't deluxe or voyager scale.

Source: TFW2005

More Images of ROTF Jetfire!




News Article by James-
Thanks to Ozformers, we now have our first full look at Leader Class Revenge of The Fallen Jetfire! His ability to combine with Leader Prime has been confirmed but what is still unknown is what the previous piece we saw of him does. Jetfire's release date is unknown. To see more images, click this link: http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-movie-toys--products-30/revenge-of-the-fallen-jetfire-167110/.

That is one good looking figure! Can't wait to get him!

Source-TFW2005, Home Source-Ozformers

First Image of Titanium Thrust In-Box!

News Article by James-

Although the picture is a tad blurry, an auction on Ebay has given us our first full look at Titanium Thrust.

It is a straight repaint of the War Within Thundercracker mold and no price has been given, although we can expect a 19.99 price point.

This will probably be the only new Titanium I will be getting, and even then I will be modding it a bit, these ARE the Coneheads after all and not your standard Seeker.

Source-TFW2005, Home Source-Ebay

HUGE BTS Toy Update!




News Article by James-
BTS Toy's Blog has updated many times to give us loads of images on Deluxe Class Guns to come with the Trailer and a semi-finished Rollar. You can take a look at all the images by clicking the link:http://btstoy.blogspot.com/.

Whether it's the Optimus or Nemesis version, I can not wait to get this trailer! Gets better every time I see it!

Source-BTS Toy Blog

The Fate of Mr. Blurr...

News Article by James-

In "Transwarped" last week, you may remember Blurr getting crushed between two walls by none other than Shockwave (something which would have been gladly appreciated in G1). But what everyone wanted to know was whether he was dead or not. Some said that he was dead, he got crushed into a cube, end of. But some others (including me) argued that he could have survived, Beast Wars Waspinator did, so why not him? Well, Derrick.J.Wyatt has once again stepped into the line of fire to put an end to this war.

Take a look at this box:

Notice the spark, which Derrick says, is still beating. What your looking at here is the original animated model of "cube" Blurr. Derrick claims that he has no idea what has happened, it just depends whether the incinerator was switched on when Cliffjumper disposed of him.

Well, there's my brother happy again!

Source-TFW2005, Home Source-A Delightful Tedium

New Chromia Pictures


Article By Destron23

TF08 has released a few new imges of ROTF Chromia. Her robot mode seems to be close to Beast Machines Thrust, and has the option of being posed with or without a stand. There are more pictures can be seen here.
She looks neat, but Thrust pulled it off better, though it's nice she has a stand and that you have the option to display it or not display it.

Source: TF08.net

ROTF New Landmine-like Mold

TF08 has posted images of a new toy that looks very similar to the original deluxe molde of Landmine in the original movie's toy release. No name is confirmed, and it is stated to be a scout class.
The mold looks okay, mistransformed though. I wouldn't go out of my way to get the figure, I wasn't too pleased with the original Landmine. Anyone else think this may be Hound?

Source: TF08

Masterpiece Grimlock Gallery Online


Article By Destron23

The Arker has released an online gallery of the upcomming MP Grimlock. More images can be viewed here.
Sigh.... I wish I had enough money for MP figures. This figure is awesome! It has great features, accessories, and looks exactly like G1 Grimlock, you can even decide between show or toy accuracy. Most figures give us neither options.

Source: The Arker

Unicron.com Allspark


Article By Destron23

Unicron.com has revealed 3D pictures and video of their upcomming Allspark from the Animated Accessory pack. More images and video can be viewed here.
This is awesome! I'm so happy it can open up! I really want this!

Source: Unicron.com

ROTF Mystery Autobot Plane


Article By Destron23

The Arker has revealed pictures of an upcomming toy in the ROTF line. His alt-mode is a plane and he can carry a mini transformable Optimus Prime, much like the original Movie Blackout with Skorponok. More images can be viewed here.

This guy looks interesting. I like the design, not so keen on the clown feet though. He must be in the movie. He must take the autobots or at least Optimus across Earth, it's the same kind of gimmick Blackout had, so I'm guessing this guy will be in the movie.

Source: The Arker

Revenge Of The Fallen Chromia Bike Mode


Article By Destron23

TF08 has released another picture of the blue Arcee motorbike toy. Apparently, her name is Chromia, harking back to the G1 female autobot of the same name.
Looks nice in bike mode. Nice to see they're reusing the name Chromia. Why can't TF08 take more pictures, and why does it always have to be the alt-mode before showing more robot mode pics?

Source: TF08.net

FansProject Update!

News Article by James-

FansProject have photographed the G3 Trailer's door!!!! OMG!!!

If you desperately want to go and see the other pictures, visit their website by click on this link: http://www.fansproject.com/.

UPDATE: A new feature of the trailer has come to light in a new video! You press a button, and Rollar flies out!!!! Click on the link above to see it.

Bleh, I'm still waiting for a price....

Source-FansProject

First Colour Images of Gentei Strafe!

News Article by James-

TakaraTomy have released the first colour images of the VISA JTFCC exclusive, Gentei Strafe:

Strafe is to be the first of what is hoped to be many exclusive for the JTFCC.

Awesome colour scheme, but I just don't dig the head. But thank you TT! You have shown us the way into the Technobots...

Source-TFW2005, Home Source-TakaraTomy

Unicron.com Stasis Cuffs


Article By Destron23

Unicron.com, has focused upon their third item it their animated accessory set. This time it focuses on the stasis cuffs. More pictures of the cuffs can be seen here.

Again, I love what Unicron.com is doing. These cuffs actually have more detail on them than I originally anticipated. Well, looks like Lugnut will be able to escape. LOL. Can't wait to see the Allspark, I hope it can open up.

Source: Unicron.com