A member of TFclub.com has posted some high resolution images of Voyager class Optimus Prime from the Transformers: Animated. The gallery shows pictures of both robot and vehicle modes from many angles.
Transformers-themed pub could be Britain’s Best Home Bar
A Transformers-themed pub is in the running to be crowned Britain’s Best Home Bar, in a competition being run by Liberty Games. The winning bar, chosen… [more]
TFNation 2019 Transformers Convention Review
This last weekend saw yet another Transformers convention take over the Metropole Hilton, in Birmingham. These weekends have become a staple of my summer… [more]
Annual Transformers Forum Meet Tour
Every year, since 2011, the nerds from TheTF.Net forum (now a Facebook group, because running a forum proved too much like hard work) have met for a weekend… [more]
Our 2019 Forum Meet took place this weekend, in Cardiff
This weekend saw our annual forum meet being held in the Welsh capital of Cardiff. Each year we meet in a different town or city in the UK, alternating… [more]
Video Footage from Transforce in 2001
Almost 18 years ago (crikey, has it been that long?) we wrote a review of our visit to Transforce in August 2001. It was a seriously hot day, but a great… [more]
Animated Toys Released on 25th March in USA
Many USA based fans are reporting that Hasbro’s official chop, Hasbrotoyshop.com, have sent out their latest catalog recently.To many fans surprise, wave one of Hasbro’s 2008 line, Transformers: Animated,is now available for pre-order.
Wave one consists of Deluxes Bumblebee, Cybertron Mode Optimus Prime, Lockdown and Prowl and Voyagers Cybertron Mode Megatron and Starscream. Deluxes will cost $9.99 with Voyagers at $19.99.
Many US based websites are reporting that they will be released on 25th March.
Animated Optimus Prime and Megatron Happy Meal Toys
A poster on ACToys has provided the first images of the Transformers Animated Happy Meal Optimus Prime and Megatron toys. No official release date has been confirmed but they will be available in McDonald’s and are made by Hasbro.
The toys are simplified version of the proper Hasbro versions and feature full transformations.
Official Nick.co.uk Site for Transformers: Animated
To help promote the start of Transformers: Animated in the UK, Nick.co.uk have put up their own Transformers: Animated website. There isn’t much up right now, expect a few character profiles, some downloads and a video clip telling you that the series is on Nicktoons.
As with their main site, it takes a while to load and if you have a slow computer, beware of the flash animations.
First Details of Transformers: Victory DVD from Madman
Madman Entertainment have put up a listing for Transformers: Victory, the last Generation One cartoon series, on DVD. The 4 disc set will arrive in Australia on 14th May with a unique set of extra features.
There will be 32 episodes with the original Japanese audio and English subtitles. Like the Super-God Masterforce set from Madman, there will probably only be the English audio on certain episodes. There is also the bonus that Transformers Zone will be included, which Metrodome didn’t include in the UK.
The full set of extra features can be found below:
Introductory booklet with episode guide
Includes RARE final Transformers episode: TRANSFORMERS: ZONE
All-new cover by IDW Transformers artist EJ Su
Toy gallery
Character art gallery
Japanese toy ads
Japanese toy catalogues
DVD ROM Content – the story continued in Manga
Simon Furman on Spotlight: Wheelie
With Transformers Spotlight: Wheelie being confirmed for a June 2008 release, everybody is asking the question: “Will he be as annoying as before?”. Writer for the issue Simon Furman with a post on his blog titled “SCRIPT (W)RAP, ARTIST OVERLAP”, which has probably scared most people away.
The most interesting thing in the post is that there will be an explanation to why he rhymes and a big teaser for the stories coming in 2009.
IDW Publishing June 08 Transformers Comics
IDW Publishing have released their comic solicitations for June 2008 and with it comes lots of Transformers titles, new and old.
After the announcements this week about Transformers Revelations, comes the confirmation that Transformers Spotlight: Cyclonus is coming. The title is likely to change to include the “Revelations” title. Also being released in the IDW G1 universe is Transformers Spotlight: Wheelie, the 15th Spotlight issue. The cover also features another character, so beware of spoilers.
Next are two Transformers movie titles, Transformers Movie Sequel: The Reign of Starscream #3, continuing the official comic book sequel to the movie and Transformers Movie Prequel Special, which collectors together the Theatre exclusive comic that was sponsored by Target and the DVD exclusive comic that was available at Target, Play.com and in some other countries.
There is also some more reprinted Marvel material, Transformers Best of the UK: Space Pirates #4 and 3 different Art of books.
Transformers Spotlight: Cyclonus
Simon Furman (w); E.J. Su (a); Su, Nick Roche (c)The REVELATIONS CYCLE starts here! Continuing the titanic story from the epic events of Transformers: Devastation, a quartet of senses-shattering Spotlight issues unfold, laying bare two years worth of secrets behind the Decepticon invasion of Earth! With a showcase on the legendary CYCLONUS, the Final Phase begins! Continued in the interconnected future Spotlights featuring SIDESWIPE, HARDHEAD, and DOUBLEDEALER, four climaxes to the Transformers saga instead of one! From the mind of TRANSFORMERS uber-scribe Simon Furman, and art by fan-favorite Transformers illustrator E.J. Su (Devastation). Also, see the next page for a second Spotlight this month, independent of the Revelations Cycle, giving proper due to one of the most overlooked of all TRANSFORMERS…
*2 regular covers will be shipped in a 1-to-1 ratio.
*Retailers: See your order form for a special incentive
FC • 32 pages • $3.99Transformers Movie Sequel: The Reign of Starscream #3
Chris Mowry, Chris Ryall (w); Alex Milne (a); Alex Milne, James Raiz (c)The official continuation of the blockbuster TRANSFORMERS movie continues here!
Co-writers Chris Ryall (Transformers Movie Prequel) and Chris Mowry, along with artist Alex Milne (Transformers Movie Adaptation) continue their look at the latest machinations of STARSCREAM. Now in charge and scheming to re-create CYBERTRON in his image, a small cadre of AUTOBOTS resist his attack. Little do they know that his plans are much bigger than they imagined… and bigger than anyone can control, let alone stop!*2 regular covers will be shipped in a 1-to-1 ratio.
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FC • 32 pages • $3.99Transformers Movie Prequel Special
Simon Furman, Chris Ryall (w); Don Figueroa, Andrew Wildman (a); Figueroa (c)This special edition with a full 32 pages of story and art offers two titanic TRANSFORMERS MOVIE tales never before offered for sale. In a special lead-in to the movie, BUMBLEBEE finds himself beset on all sides. And in a full-length tale, STARSCREAM and other DECEPTICONS experience “Earthfall.” Courtesy of Simon Furman, Chris Ryall, Don Figueroa (all three veterans of the Transformers Movie Prequel), and Andrew Wildman. Available with 50/50 covers by Figueroa, one portraying AUTOBOTS, the other showcasing the DECEPTICONS.
*2 regular covers will be shipped in a 1-to-1 ratio.
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FC • 32 ad-free pages • $3.99Transformers Best of the UK: Space Pirates #4
Simon Furman (w); Will Simpson, Tim Perkins (a); Dan Khanna (c)Continuing the reprints of the best TRANSFORMERS sagas from across the pond! In the aftermath of the AUTOBOTS driving off the Quintessons and saving Autobot City, the stage is set for the prelude chapters to the upcoming epic Time Wars! How will the stunning final moments of Space Pirates set the wheels in motion for the legendary tale that sends the story across the galaxy and through time itself? Check out these classic reprint issues and find out! From longtime TRANSFORMERS scribe Simon Furman, with a new cover by breakout TRANSFORMERS artist Dan Khanna!
*Retailers: See your order form for a special incentive
FC • 32 pages • $3.99Transformers Spotlight: Wheelie
Simon Furman (w); Klaus Scherwinski (a, c)A second Transformers Spotlight this month finally showcases one of the most underrated of all TRANSFORMERS, the Autobot Wheelie! Cover artist Klaus Scherwinski teams up with TRANSFORMERS über-scribe Simon Furman to introduce Wheelie to the IDW generation of readers. Trapped, alone on a hostile, faraway planet, the diminutive Autobot must dig deeper than ever before just to survive, running a gauntlet of pain and self-sacrifice that leads, ultimately, to a choice that will test not just his allegiance, but his very soul! Featuring two special covers from Scherwinski.
*2 regular covers will be shipped in a 1-to-1 ratio.
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FC • 32 pages • $3.99The Art of Transformers HC
Don Figueroa, Guido Guidi, Ed McGuinness, Alex Milne, James Raiz, Nick Roche, Klaus Scherwinski, E.J. Su, Andrew Wildman, Ashley Wood, more (a); Don Figueroa (c)Re-offered for the first time! THE TRANSFORMERS have featured some of the best, most technically proficient comic book art to ever grace the printed page. Some have been hard-to-secure variant cover images, others only saw limited runs, but all of them deserve to be showcased. And now they are, in this deluxe hardcover-with-dustjacket volume. Inside, you’ll find cover images, pin-ups and rare sketches from the best of the best!
HC • FC • 8.125” x 12.5” • 216 pages • $50.00
ISBN: 978-1-60010-117-5The Art of Transformers Signed & Numbered Limited Edition HC
This special edition, limited to 250 copies, comes with a tip-in plate signed by artists Don Figueroa, Guido Guidi, Nick Roche, Klaus Scherwinski, E.J. Su, and Andrew Wildman.
HC • FC • 8.125” x 12.5” • 216 pages • $100.00
ISBN: 978-1-60010-133-5The Art of Transformers Sketch Edition HC
If the signed & numbered edition isn’t premium enough for your tastes, here comes an even more rare edition—limited to stock on hand—featuring a hand-drawn sketch by artist Don Figueroa in every copy!
HC • FC • 8.125” x 12.5” • 216 pages • $150.00
ISBN: 978-1-60010-134-2
Animated episode “Headmaster” Airs Today
There’s a new Transformers: Animated episode airing today in the USA and Canada. The episode, “Headmaster”, is the 10th or 13th episode depending on whether you count the movie as 3 episodes or a special pilot.
As usual, it airs at 10:30am EST in the USA on Cartoon Network and 11:00am in Canada on YTV.
Animated Cartoon YTV Commercial
Currently airing on the Canadian channel YTV, we have a new commercial that shows off more footage of Sentinel Prime and Ultra Magnus as well as the first appearances of Jazz and Wreck-Gar from future episodes of Transformers: Animated.
The clip is 30 seconds long and should get fans excited about the next four episodes which make up the end of the first series.
“Gone too Far” Text Story at Transformers Collector’s Club
The members only section of the official Transformers Collector’s Club website has been updated with the Transformers Timelines text story, “Gone Too Far”.
The story follows Jackpot and Hubcap on Axiom Nexus in one of their adventures. I won’t spoil it for you but the word Transtech is involved.
The story is written by Greg Sepelak and Trent Troop, with illustrations by Evan Gauntt.
