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Courtesy of Loopaza Mega Store we have our usual doses of Figure King Magazine Scans. Issue #268 features some new images of Masterpiece MPM-10 Starscream, MP-51 Arcee, MP-39+ Spinout, Netflix’s War For Cybertron, Earthrise, Studio Series, Cyberverse & God Neptune.

This month we have only 4 pages of Transformers content:

  • Masterpiece Movie MPM-10 Starscream – Two pages dedicated to the latest Masterpiece Movie installment. Arguably, the best representation of Transformers 2007 Starscream so far.
  • Masterpiece MP-51 Arcee – Some shots and stock images showing off posability, gimmicks and accessories.
  • Masterpiece MP-39+ Spinout – Two shots of the Diaclone inspired Sideswipe redeco.
  • Netflix’s War For Cybertron – Takara Tomy will also release the new Siege redecos for the Japanese market now announcing WFC-03 Sideswipe and WFC-04 Chromia.Both will be released in late October this year.
  • Transformers Earthrise – We have some extra shots of he upcoming Earthrise Takara Tomy Mall exclusives for the Japanese market: ER EX-11 Blast Master & Fuzer and ER EX-12 Airwave.
  • Transformers Studio Series Releases For June 2020 – This time we only have images of Wave 15 SS-52 Shatter 2 (jet mode). Remember that Takara Tomy releases have different numeration compared to the Hasbro ones.
  • Transformers Cyberverse Action Masters–While the name of this line may remind you of the non-transformable G1 Action Masters toys, it’s just the name chosen by Takara Tomy in order to release the Cyberverse Deluxe Build-A-Figure line in Japan. Wave 2 consists of Bumblebee, Grimlock and Hot Rod. They will be released as Takara Tomy Mall exclusives by October 2020.
  • Generations Selects God Neptune. – New promotional images showing Beast Wars II Seacons and Combiner mode.

Click on the bar to see all the mirrored images on this news post and then share your impressions on the 2005 Boards!

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Via Action Toys Facebook we finally have an update of their UM-03 Ultimetal Megatron.

The new stock images of this impressive non-transforming G1 Megatron action figure reveal several finishing differences from the last images we reported while back in February, 2019. Ultimetal Megatron features a highly detailed G1 sculpt, a lot of die-cast parts, high level of posability (more than 30 articulations points) and several removable panels that let you see the inner part of the Decepticon leader. As we can see from the images, it also features a remote control light-up and sound gimmicks.

This figure stands 17 inches (43.18 cm) tall and it’s expected for release by the second quarter of 2021 for $642.37 approximately.

It’s been a long time since we reported this product in 2014, but it seems it was worth the wait. Check out all the images after the jump and then sound off om the 2005 Boards!

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Mark Watts is an artist known for many of the original pieces of artwork seen on Transformers Generation 1 toy boxes.  He is still active producing artwork of all kinds, working his TableArt Transforming Tables system, and doing commissions.  He recently shared a new commission piece with us and since it had a really strong G1 vibe going, we decided to share it along to everyone else.  The piece features G1 Devastator fighting his nemesis Omega Supreme – hovering out in space with tons of 80s vibes and laser blasts like you’d see on some original G1 box backs.

The even cooler thing about the piece is it was done using the same methods as the original – hand painted with acrylic and airbrush.  So it really is dead on to the original art from our favorite toy line.  You can see pics of each step to his process creating this after the break.

After that, head on over to Mark Watts website for some signed prints, to inquire about your own commission, or just check out his catalog of work! – www.markwattsstudios.com

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It time for our usual international sightings round up. We know we are facing difficult times, but at the same time we know many fans need some distraction and relax. Stay alert and respect your government regulations in your respective countries. This week we have new Authentics toys in Mexico, and Peru finally receives some new Cyberverse toys after several weeks.

To all fans and collectors, hunt safe, wash your hands and take care.

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Thanks again to  From the Vault – TF Showcase we can share for your some new extra images of Haslab Unicron Gray Prototype, now in planet mode, that were included in the Transformers Generations Book 2020 (Hero X publisher, Japan).

Unicron proves to be a massive figure in this mode as we can see in a comparison shot next to Cybertron Primus. Additionally, we have images of the transformation sequences, sketches, early discarded ideas (a base mode), and more.

Check out all the mirrored images after the jump! Did you miss the first set of images? You can find them here. Don’t forget we have also reported our fist look at Unicron’s production test shot and packaging. Then, you can join to the ongoing discussion on the 2005 Boards!

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Courtesy of From the Vault – TF Showcase we can share for your some new extra images of Haslab Unicron Gray Prototype that were included in the Transformers Generations Book 2020 (Hero X publisher, Japan).

We have several new shots of Unicron showing off his parts, gimmicks and some size references (we can see how he can hold the tiny Autobot ship in his hand) as well as closer shots that let us see all the details on the main body.

Check out all the mirrored images after the jump, and don’t forget we have also reported our fist look at Unicron’s production test shot and packaging. Then, you can join to the ongoing discussion on the 2005 Boards!

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Thanks to Dengeki Hobby web we have a some extra stock images of Transforrmers Masterpiece MP-51 Arcee.

The new images show odd the classic G1 fembot posability range and accessories, revealing very impressive options for display and photography. For those wondering about the scale, we have a new shot next to Masterpiece Ultra Magnus and Hot Rod that we are sure will please your optics. A very nice addition to the G1 Masterpiece line.

Update: Extra images of Arcee’s alt mode and accessories via BBTS.

Check all the images after the jump and then sound off your impressions on the 2005 Boards! You can also look for a pre-order via our sponsors links below.

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Attention Australian collectors. The new Masterpiece MP-51 Arcee has been listed as EB Games and Zing exclusive for the Australian market.

2005 Boards member Operative294 reports that Masterpiece Arcee is now available for pre-order at the Australian EB Games and Zing stores. It is listed for $300 AUD ($193.60 approximately), with a $50 AUD ($33.00 approximately) deposit required when you pre-order it, either on their website, or at a store.

This item is scheduled for release by December 26th, 2020 and it’s ready for pre-order.

For fans over the rest of the world, don’t forget that you can find pre-orders for Masterpiece Arcee via our sponsors links below.

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Pre-orders for the new Takara Tomy Masterpiece MP-39+ Spinout have started via Takara Tomy Mall website, and they have uploaded a new official art image & extended bio.

We have an amazing piece of art featuring Spinout dashing into battle holding his gun in robot mode and his beautiful red Lamborghini “Supercar” LP500S mode in front of him. The extended bio is a very nice surprise since it states Spinout function as an assault rescuer and reveals Spinout’s mysterious origin which connects the original Diaclone Car Robot story with the Transformers universe.

Check out the mirrored images as well as a complete translation of Spinout’s bio (thanks to 2005 Boards member HolyCulture) after the jump. After that you can sound off your impressions on the 2005 Boards!

Update: Extended Bio translation corrected and improved thanks to Soundwave’s Oblivion website..

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And we are back with our international sightings round up. We know we are facing difficult times, but at the same time we know many fans need some distraction and relax. Stay alert and respect your countries regulations. This week Chile gets new Authentics molds at shelves, Malaysian fans can grab new Leader class toys and Russian stores receive some Siege and Cyberverse toys:

To all fans and collectors, hunt safe, wash your hands and take care.