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Get the scoop on what's coming out related to the original Transformers line, G1. Includes updates for Japanese reissues, US re-releases, Knock Off alerts, DVD and Blu-Ray udpates, TF:G1 Statues and Busts, and anything else related to the classic Transformers series.

under Generation 1, Japanese Transformers, Non-Transforming

Heeding the call of Transformers Bishoujo Optimus Prime (releasing in Japan this month!), the second Autobot to roll out in the Kotobukiya Bishoujo series is her friend Transformers Bishoujo Bumblebee! Re-designed into the Bishoujo style by series artist Shunya Yamashita, the sporty and petite Bumblebee wears a casual hoodie over a light blue top, and short pants strapped with a light blue belt. The hoodie is topped with iconic horns from Bumblebee’s G1 robot head, and featuring colors and shapes that correspond with the the original robot body. Like Prime, she stands on an metallically painted Autobot logo base, and complements Optimus Prime in facing off against Transformers Bishoujo Megatron. She is available to pre-order today from various retailers, and releases around August 2023. Based on product descriptions, the 4th Transformers Bishoujo is on the way; is the next Bishoujo from the previous Anime Expo 2022 Fan Vote?

Do you have thoughts on Bishoujo Bumblebee? See the mirrored product images and the promotional video for Transformers Bishoujo Bumblebee after the jump, and join the discussion thread in the forums!

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under Generation 1, Generations / Classics, Transformers Sightings

Attention UK collectors! 2005 Boards member RoboW4rrior298 is giving us the heads up of his sighting of the new Transformers Legacy Wave 4 Voyager Leo Prime & Wave 4 Deluxe at UK retail.

Legacy Leo Prime was finally found at Walsall Smyths (We had only reported Tarn previously) together with Legacy Deluxe Armada Hot Shot, Scraphook and Breakdown.

Happy hunting!

under Beast Wars, Generation 1, Generations / Classics, Japanese Transformers, Transformers Earthspark, Transformers Sightings

The last days of January seem to be more active with new Transformers sightings around the glove. EarthSpark toys finally hit Australian stores, new Legacy toys in Chile, EarthSpark and Buzzworthy Bumblebee figures in Germany. the latest Legacy toys in Ireland and the new Legacy core figure in Singapore.

  • EarthSpark Wave 1 Deluxe, 1-Step Changers & Spin Changers In Australia – 2005 Boards member griffin-of-oz is giving us the heads up that EarthSpark Deluxe Bumblebee and Megatron, 1-Step Changers Bumblebee and Optimus and the big Spin Changers Optimus Prime & Robbie Malto have showed up at a Target store in Brisbane. Also, Toyworld stores have got the small EarthSpark Tacticons (no pictures yet). These toys showed up before the official Australian release for EarthSpark toys which was planned for February.
  • Legacy Wave 3 Core & Wave 4 Deluxe In Chile – 2005 Boards member Lapin found Legacy Core Bomb-Burst and Soundwave (re-release) and Deluxe Hot Shot and Scraphook at Mirax in Comuna de las Condes.
  • EarthSpark Wave 1 Warrior Optimus Prime And Buzzworthy Bumblebee Bumbleswoop In Germany – 2005 Boards member Nevermore spotted EarthSpark Warrior Optimus Prime at Spielzeug-Paradies Wagner in downtown Bochum. No other wave partners seen, so it may be a solid case. Also, we have our first Buzzworthy Bumblebee figure at German retail: Bumbleswoop (Bumblebee & Swoop, re-release of the Roll N’ Combine toys).
  • Legacy Wave 3 Deluxe & Voyager In Ireland – 2005 Boards member DanC found the new Legacy Deluxe Hot Shot, Scraphook, Breakdown and Armada Hot Shot and Voyager Leo Prime and Tarn at Smyths on Jervis Street.
  • Legacy Wave 4 Core In Singapore – Legacy Evolution Core Slug, Sludge, and Soundblaster were found at Isetan Nex by The Diam0ndknyt3.

Happy hunting, one and all!

under Generation 1, Transformers Masterpiece

We have our first in-hand images of the highly anticipated Masterpiece MP-57 Skyfire which has started shipping in Asia.

Thanks to twitter users @aiyaa_xx, @nailwithsomeone, @r_yubi00, @gLYjzoShlTvAN0g, @pcwr_Etchy, @ink_oko, @D37CP7ENvLIo1no, @41sidezone Baidu users fcscfcsc and 悠悠、 we have a rain of new in-hand images of this impressive new cartoon-accurate Masterpiece rendition of Skyfire showing off the box (and we are talking about a BIG box), content, instructions, alt mode, robot mode (featuring a magnetic faceplate gimmick), poseability, comparison pics with other Masterpiece figures, Siege Jetfire and HasLab Victory Saber. Skyfire seems to be the tallest official Masterpiece toy. We also have detailed images at the Optimus Prime, Jazz and Wheeljack mini-figures which are poseable.

See all the images after the jump and don’t forget that you can still grab your copy via our sponsors links below:

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Via eBay we can share for your several Transformers The Movie early Toei models images for your viewing pleasure.

Read on for information about these pieces thanks to eBay seller Bustatoons (UK based).

Acquired directly from Marvel Productions in 1989 (and stored in a warehouse in Los Angeles until I discovered a batch of them in 2018) this photo stat is one of many that shows early character models for the cast of Transformers: The Movie illustrated by the artists of Toei Doga. Marvel Productions would then make notes informing the Japanese studio of what changes were required to be made to these characters models and fax them over!

Auctions start these January 29th if you are interested in winning some of these character models: Arcee, Blurr, Galvatron, Scourge, Kup, Gnaw, Springer, Wheelie, Wreck-Gar, Hot Rod and Unicron. See the mirrored images after the jump and then let us know your impressions on the 2005 Boards

under Generation 1, Generations / Classics, Japanese Transformers

Attention Legacy collectors! Sponsor site Bigbadtoystore have just updated listings for two new possible Legacy Voyager Twincast And Metalhawk figures.

While we still have no images yet, we had reported the product numbers for Legacy Twincast and Metalhawk last year. Twincast is likely to be a redeco of Blaster while Metalhawk may be a new mold. In any case, could this be part of the Transformers Fanstream this January 31st?. Time will tell.

Interested in these new G1 Japan characters for your collection? Let us know your impressions on the 2005 Boards!

under Generation 1, Generations / Classics

And just a few hours after we reported images of the HasLab Victory Saber prototype, now another eBay listing gives us our first look at the Transformers HasLab Unicron prototype.

This prototype is molded in several colors and clear plastic parts in the face. The images also show the stand and extra parts. A very rare piece for sure. If you are interested in getting it, it’s listed for not-so-economic $5,500 (Buy it now or make an offer).

See the images after the break and then share your impressions on the 2005 Boards!

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under Generation 1, Generations / Classics, Japanese Transformers

Via an eBay listing we have images of a Transformers HasLab Victory Saber prototype to share with you.

This prototype is molded in blue, light green and gray, giving Victory Saber a unique look. We have several images of Star Saber, Victory Leo (robot mode only) and Victory Saber as well as comparison shots next to the final product and other recent Generations toys. We also have images of all the weapons and accessories, but the Micromasters. The auction starts on not-so-economic $2400 but we know this is a very rare piece.

See all the mirrored images after the jump and then sound off on the 2005 Boards!

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Via Momoshop webstite we have our first stock images of th e new Transformers Authentics “Alpha” Starscream.

Found in Taiwan at the beginning of the year without any official announcement, this 7-inch figure comes in the new Authentics open-window box and looks pretty similar to the Authentics Titan Changer Starscream bnt this mold features several differences like the null rays, legs and deco. We have now official images of the packaging, robot mode (mistransformed) and alt mode.

See the new images after the break and then let us know your impressions on the 2005 Boards!

under Generation 1, Toy Fair, Transformers Movie Toys & Products

A while back, Character Group received a master license from Hasbro to produce toys based on their Stretch Armstrong brand.

At the end of last year, Bumblebee became the first Transformers character to be a stretchable figure.

The UK company is now planning to expand the Stretch Armstrong Transformers line in 2023  along with Star Wars characters.

The company stated that new products will be on display at this year’s UK Toy Fair. Visitors can take a look at the new rage at stand N16.