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TFNation 2019 Transformers Convention Review

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Annual Transformers Forum Meet Tour

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Our 2019 Forum Meet took place this weekend, in Cardiff

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Video Footage from Transforce in 2001

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Toy: Masterpiece – MP-1 – Convoy

Written by Big Bot on December 23, 2003 | Toys / Action Figures |

INFO PAGE | REVIEW

Company: Takara
Release Date: December 2003
Product Number: MP-1
RRP: ¥9,800

Features real tires and real suspension, 4 way directional wheels, diecast material, several accessories (gun, energy axe and Megatron pistol) and a built in Matrix!

“Freedom is the right of all sentient beings!” That quote is what makes Optimus Prime the most fearless and revered of all Autobot leaders throughout time. Based on the original Optimus Prime from the 1984 comic book and television show, this is the Optimus Prime that has everything: die cast parts, Data Com interface screens, Energon axe, Ion Blaster, Megatron in pistol form with detachable silencer and stock – just like the original G1 Megatron – rubber tires, spring-loaded suspension, and a windshield that opens to reveal a light up Matrix Annex as well as a removable Autobot Matrix of Leadership! window box packaging.

Accessories
Autobot Matrix of Leadership
Cardboard trailer
Energon Axe
Ion Blaster
Megatron (gun mode)

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14/12/2003 Hasbro Reissue Wave VIII Announced

Written by Specimen-17 on December 14, 2003 | Toys |

Hasbro have said that Skids will be released in Summer ’04 for the Series 8 line, and according to Canadian TRU computers Sideswipe and Sunstreaker are coming with him!

In other news, all of Energon wave 1 has been sighted in America now, and most in Canada.

Superbase Prime has been marked down to £30 in the Salisbury branch of The Entertainer, so I assume they’re that price in every branch now.

Panini has said that Issue #9 will be last of the Armada UK comics (hurrah!), Powerlinx Jetfire and Red Alert have been seen in the UK, and I have an Armada Wheeljack thanks to Marie and Ira in Australia ^^;

That’s it for now, in the meantime send all fan your fan mail to Specimen_17gh@hotmail.com and get a free reply.

Toy: Energon – Super – Optimus Prime

Written by Big Bot on December 13, 2003 | Toys / Action Figures |

INFO PAGE | GALLERY | REVIEW

Company: Hasbro
Release Date: May 2004 (UK), December 2003 (USA)
Class: Super
Wave: 1
Product Code: 80306
Assortment Number: 80300
RRP: £39.99, $39.99
Ages: 5 & Up

Official Bio
Name: Optimus Prime
Faction: Autobots
Motto: “Those who threaten peace will fall in pieces.”

“Optimus Prime is the powerful and courageous leader of the Autobots. Along with his incredible strength, he possesses great wisdom and believes that freedom is the right of all sentient beings. He has vowed to fight against the evil Decepticons in their quest to plunder Earth of its vast Energon resources. Always in favor of peace, Optimus Prime will not hesitate to use his great powers and vast arsenal of weapons to stop Megatron and the Decepticons from threatening the universe.”

Strength: 10
Intelligence: 10
Speed: 10
Endurance: 10
Rank: 10
Courage: 10
Firepower: 10
Skill:10

Product Info
The Optimus Prime Trailer changes into an Energon tower with helicopter landing pad! Assault vehicles combine with truck cab to create PowerLinx Super Optimus Prime figure! Cool electronic battle sounds! Requires 2 AAA batteries (not included). Includes comic book and collector card.

Accessories: Launcher & missile.

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Toy: Energon – Ultra – Tidal Wave with Ramjet

Written by Big Bot on | Toys / Action Figures |

INFO PAGE | GALLERY | REVIEW

Company: Hasbro
Release Date: May 2004 (UK), December 2003 (USA)
Class: Ultra
Wave: 1
Product Code: 80220
Assortment Number: 80290
RRP: £24.99, $24.99
Ages: 5 & Up

Official Bio
Name: Tidal Wave
Faction: Decepticons
Motto: “In battle, the enemy’s fear is my greatest weapon.”

“Tidal Wave is one of the largest Decepticon warriors with a weapons arsenal as menacing as his size. His continued exposure to raw Energon caused excessive damage to various parts of his body. These damaged parts were eventually replaced with pure Energon, boosting Tidal Wave’s strength and making him nearly invincible. He transforms into a powerful warship and is able to unleash a full-scale assault on his enemies from a single location. Although he is massive and powerful, Tidal Wave’s lack of intelligence prevents him from becoming a true Decepticon leader.”

Strength: 10
Intelligence: 6
Speed: 4
Endurance: 5
Rank: 4
Courage: 7
Firepower: 9
Skill: 8

Product Info
Combine the Decepticons’ Dark Fleet sea vehicles to form the imposing Tidal Wave warship! Two launching missiles! Opening hatch and fold-open seats! Includes comic book and collector card.

Accessories: 2 Missiles

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