Transformers Linkfest

Custimized Masterforce Overlord TransformerOne of the things I love about Transformers is how some fans can take a base figure (or two) and really just go to town creating wonderful new Transformers. At the link are a few images of such an effort. Using Armada Tidal Wave, ROTF Jetfire, and ROTF Bludgeon, procustimizer Sabrina created Masterforce Overlord (from Japan TF series) that is the combination of Giga and Mega.Transformers: Prime Heads to EuropeHasbro has reached an agreement with Turner Broadcasting to air Transformers: Prime in the UK, Spain, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and the Middle

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"Mad Max" Truck Is...

Warning, this post is a plot point spoiler warning for Transformers: Dark of the Moon....Megatron! Yesterday a few prototype images of Transformers: Dark of the Moon toys were leaked online. One of them was of a tanker truck looking thing that wasn't painted so lacked the detail needed to completely verify its identity but most people assumed it was what I have been calling the "Mad Max" truck seen periodically during filming in Chicago and DC. Later, more images were posted of the truck's robot mode that proved it is Megatron complete with cape, confirming the rumor from September. The pict

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IDW March Transformers Comics

IDW Publishing has released their publishing plans for March. The month will have three Transformers books and one trade. If you are interested in the books, just let your local comic book store know. For the full details of IDW's other books including GI Joe, Star Trek, Angel and more click here.Transformers #17Mike Costa (w) Alex Milne (a) Matere, Nick Roche (c)Megatron's plan enters its second stage as the Autobots continue to fall under attack from heavily armed humans. Elsewhere, Starscream attempts to initiate a plan of his own with an old ally. Costa and Milne aren't bringing everyone

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TF3 Bumblebee, Ironhide Toys Leaked (Update)

The movie may be months away from release but the toy leaks have already begun. Pictures of the prototype version of deluxe Bumblebee and leader Ironhide have hit Seibertron.com. Bumblebee appears to mostly remain the same but now has a spoiler, driver side netting and a large something or other as an accessory. As for Ironhide, there is no frame of reference so hard to know for sure he is leader class but the incomplete figure shows the character will continue to undergo transformation modifications much like his previous iterations. The idea of a leader class version this character is very

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Corey Burton Shoots Down Casting Rumor

In a Q&A session on his forums, Corey Burton shot down suggestions he would reprise his role as the voice of Shockwave for the voice of Shockwave for Transformers: Dark of the Moon while offering up an alternative. Burton was the voice of Shockwave (also Spike and more) in the original Generation One Transformers cartoons and movie. His extensive career includes voice work in many loved cartoon series over the years....with regards to the live action Michael Bay movies, were you ever contacted about reprising? I can't imagine anyone else being shockwave except you; sadly he doesn't appe

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TF3 Trailer Ship Identified

Call it a result of the trickle of Transformers: Dark of the Moon news, but guess can't hurt to know that someone close to the production has identified the ship in the teaser trailer as "The Ark". Probably not a surprise to anyone. The more or less official confirmation comes from two posts by Nelson, the admin of MB.com that has access to info about the movie.The first post was a comment from an article by CollectSpace.com that is an interesting, if overzealous comparison with the real Apollo 11 mission. Spoiler, the trailer isn't historically accurate.Not that I missed, I simply didn't car

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Transformers Linkfest

The first teaser trailer is out and while there isn't much in the movie news department, I do have to tidbits. Also hit the links for reviews, news of upcoming toys and more.Optimus Prime Signed by Peter CullenIf you are in the Maryland area, Beyond Comics is holding a raffle ($1 each) for Optimus Prime Hybrid Style THS-02 signed by the voice himself, Peter Cullen. All the proceeds will be going to Toys for Tots. The raffle is through December 18th and while it requires a visit by the store to participate it doesn't mean you can't do your part for Toys for Tots by clicking here.Frank Welker

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Transformers: The Movie Draft Script Online

The Disciples of Boltax have made available a scan of a draft of Transformers: The Movie script from 4/27/1985. The draft is a result of Transfans pooling their money to try and get hold as many pieces of history from a recent auction from writer Ron Friedman including the draft. The Disciples have a copy of the script available at their site hereIt turns out there was some remarkable differences in the early draft and the final movie that include core Transformer concepts that was not originally part of the movie. What is interesting is you can see how the seeds were laid for what would be

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Transformers: Dark of the Moon First Teaser Trailer and Poster

The first teaser trailer for Transformers: Dark of the Moon is now live. Links below to MB.com, Apple Trailers and YouTube. Also, as you can see to the left, the actual official teaser poster for Transformers 3. Not really sure what is going on in that regard as the Prime poster is official in some capacity (someone with access to the Prime model to create it) and Hasbro is using it. For my purposes I consider one the Hasbro Teaser Poster and the other the Paramount teaser poster.Apple Trailers | MichaelBay.com | YouTube HDThe leaked description is accurate, here is my summary.Begins with wo

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Michael Bay Interview on Transformers 3

As a run-up to tonight's debut of the teaser trailer for Transformers: Dark of the Moon, Collider has posted an interview with director Michael Bay. The site previewed the trailer and a "huge chunk of footage" but sadly they did not reveal any major story points in the articles. The overall impression of the chunk was very positive and that is without the visual effects (anima tics used as placeholders). Empire also was there but Collider's article is much more detailed.Below is a video from Collider as "Frosty" and AICN "Mr. Beaks" kind of expresses everything they saw during the three hour

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Hasbro Confirms Prime, War for Cybertron Continuity

A statement from Hasbro US has provided new insight on Transformers: Prime and War for Cybertron as it turns out these two stories are actually part of the same continuity. From AllSpark:A question was recently posed to Hasbro’s UK office asking if the Transformers Prime television series and the Transformers War for Cybertron video game were in a connected continuity. Unfortunately the wrong answer was delivered and that answer has made its way to the fan community. The TRANSFORMERS brand team would like to confirm that Transformers War for Cybertron video game, Transformers Exodus novel, an

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Masterpiece Rodimus Prime Preview

Normally I would save something like this for a linkfest but it’s too cool to wait and might kill some time until the teaser trailer debut. Thanks to Amazon Japan we finally have a really good look at the next new entry in Takara-Tomy's Masterpiece line. MP-9 Rodimus Convoy is Rodimus Prime/Hot Rod from Transformers: The Movie that can support both robot and vehicles modes of this character. In the movie, Hot Rod is the "younger", impulsive character (that indirectly caused Optimus Prime's death) who was transformed by the Matrix of Leadership into a wiser but still inexperienced leader of

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Teaser Trailer Reminder

Just a quick reminder that the first teaser trailer for Transformers: Dark of the Moon is debuting online tonight at 4:00PM PST (7:00PM EST) on MichaelBay.com and Apple Trailers. As soon as it hits I will post the direct links on the blog.

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Transformers 3 Official Teaser Poster?

Update: Turns out this is not the official poster from Paramount but since Hasbro has been using it and someone had to have access to the digital Prime model, I am just arbitrarily calling this the Hasbro teaser poster just because it’s a pretty cool image of Optimus. The official poster is here.The official teaser poster for Transformers: Dark of the Moon has hit the internet as multiple sites, including ShockYa, just in time for the teaser trailer release tomorrow. The image is probably familiar to Transfans if been keeping up with Transformers 3 news. The image shows Optimus Prime in an a

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Transformers 3 Set Report, Teaser Online Debut Time

This Friday, the teaser trailer for Transformers: Dark of the Moon will debut with the next Chronicles of Narnia movie in both 2D and 3D (or next week with Tron). If you don't want to wait that long, then Apple Trailers has you covered with the official launch occurring at 4PM PST (7PM EST) on Wednesday, December 8th. Entertainment Tonight was rumored to be airing a sneak peak earlier today but apparently that didn't happen. Assuming the teaser trailer description is accurate, expect an emphasis on "tease".This news comes from a new set report from Aint It Cool News' Capone from when Dark of

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Transformers #14 Preview

The next issue of Transformers (Ongoing) is hitting comic stores this Wednesday. Issue 13 showed the return of Megatron (to Hot Rod's misfortune) and this one kicks off the full blown return of the Decepticons. Comic Book Resources has the covers and five pages here.Mike Costa (w) • Nick Roche (a) • Don Figueroa, Nick Roche (c)Two Autobots felled in the past two issues and the punishment is only beginning! A shocking revelation and an unexpected attack begins the “REVENGE OF THE DECEPTICONS,” the storyline that leaves a lot more Autobots on the operating table, and their entire future on Ea

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Transformers: Prime Episode Five

The final episode of Transformers: Prime's Darkness Rising story is up on YouTube. The episodes brings two Transformers: The Movie references (probably two of the most famous) and an Optimus Prime vs. Megatron fight. If not interested in the internet solution, The Hub is airing a mini-marathon with all five episodes starting at 1:30pm EST today. Transformers: Prime will return in February at unknown date and time.Transformers: Prime Episode 1 - Part 1 | Part 2Transformers: Prime Episode 2 - Part 1 | Part 2Transformers: Prime Episode 3 - Part 1 | Part 2Transformers: Prime Episode 4 - Part 1 |

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Transformers: Dark of the Moon Teaser Trailer Description

Italian site Bad Taste has posted what may be a description of the Transformers: Dark of the Moon teaser trailer that will debut next week with The Chronicles of Narnia: Voyage of the Dawn Treader. The focus of the trailer is on the 1969 moon landing when more was found then revealed to the public. Of note is the trailer will be in 3D for those going to the Narnia 3D screenings (and likely 2D for those that don't). Just be aware that studios wanting a trailer attached to a movie doesn't mean the theaters will do it. Thanks to Andrea for the translation and link."Transformers: Dark of the Moon

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Transformers Prime Eps 3 and 4

The next two parts of Transformers: Prime opening story arc, Darkness Rising, is now up on YouTube thanks to FanOfTransformers. Also of note it appears I might have been wrong about The Hub not posting the episodes has they now have Darkness Rising Episodes 1 and 2 available here. I assume the final three parts will be posted soon. The current episodes have a nice mention of Unicron for G1 fans, zombies, Bulkhead gets a moment to shine and more. One of the things that continue to pay off is taking a page from Beast Machines with the Vehicon cannon fodder for the Autobots to beat up resulting

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Transformers Linkfest

Optimus Prime on IceClick the link for a gallery of images of the movie version Optimus Prime ice sculpture. Created by Antti Pedrozo and Michel de Kok, the structure stands around 26 feet tall.Masterpiece Rodimus Prime TransformationAs the image shows, a look at how the transformation from robot to Hot Rod vehicle to Rodimus Prime truck works. The MP toy is currently scheduled to come out in January 2011 and currently the import cost is around $200.Custom Transformers Guzzle GalleryHit the link for a gallery of images of master Transformer customizer frenzy_rumble. Guzzle is based on the G1

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Transformers Prime Eps, Hubworld Special

Unicron.com has found a YouTube posting of the first two episodes of Transformers: Prime along with the Hubworld TRansformers Special and behind the scenes video (below). They probably will not last long so watch them while can. Sadly Discovery Communications has never developed a meaningful online strategy for their various networks (unlike nearly every other major network) so it seems "alternative" means will be the only way to watch the series if don't have The Hub. Thanks to Bruno for the heads-up.Transformers: Prime Episode 1 - Part 1 | Part 2Transformers: Prime Episode 2 - Part 1 | Par

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