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Via Cybertron 21 on Facebook we have some in-package images of the Transformers Authentics Titan Changers to share with you.

This is our first in-hand look at this new addition to the Authentics line. Simple and easy-to-transform 12-inch figures of Optimus Prime, Bumblebee and Megatron with a nice Evergreen packaging art. While most of these Authentics toys have been spotted at bargain stores, this time they were spotted at Wong, a major and important supermarket chain in Peru. They are priced 45.00 Soles or $13.00 approximately. A fair price for a figure this size.

Check out the mirrored images on this news post and then share your impressions on the 2005 Boards!

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Great news for fellow Australian fans! Courtesy of our good friends at Ozformers on Facebook, we can report that the massive War For Cybertron Unicron Pre-Orders will be available In Australia Via EB Games And Zing.

Pre-orders via EB Games and Zing online stores go for AU$848 which is about US$575. A very good chance to bring the chaos bringer at home for Australian collectors. Pre-orders require a deposit of AU$100 (US$68.00) and they will be open until August 31st.

Keep in mind that this is only going ahead if the American target of 8,000 units is reached. If the item does not get into production, money will be refunded.

If you are in the US, you can back Unicron crowdfunding here. If you are outside the US, some of our sponsors are offering pre-orders and convenient payment plans that you can check below.

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Via Reddit user u/yinfandi, we have images of the new Mu Model Transformers 3D Metal Puzzle IDW Tarn.

These officially licensed Transformers metal models are great 3D laser cut models that are assembled from metal sheets. They use a simple slot and tab design so no glue is required, just bend the metal tabs where instructed and attach pieces together. Mu Model had already released some Movie and G1 characters before, and now they give us a nice surprise with IDW Tarn, the ruthless leader of the Decepticon Justice Division.

According to the information shared, this new model should be out this month. You can check out the mirrored images after the jump and then join to the discussion on the 2005 Boards.

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It’s Unicron! Run! Via Gizmodo website we can share a new Haslab War For Cybertron Unicron Transformation Video for your viewing pleasure!

Takara Tomy designer Takashi Kunihiro, wearing an elegant tuxedo for the occasion, transforms Unicron gray prototype from planet to robot mode. A very clever and interesting transformation; and not as complicated as we could expect; inspired in what we saw in the classic Transformers Movie from 1986.

Not much left to say, check the video here and an extensive gallery of screencaps after the jump. then sound off your impressions on the 2005 Boards!

Update: You can also check the video via the Haslab Unicron Crowdfunding page and the official Transformers YouTube account.

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TFW2005 is all over the world! Fellow 2005 Boards collectors have shared their sightings in their respective countries. This has been a busy week, with several new toys hitting many countries. We are glad to see the distribution of Studio Series and Siege toys is still growing.

  • Botbots Wave 2 In Hungary: Blind single packs were found at Müller stores in MOM Park in Budapest for 1400 Forin ($4.77). The #BOTBOTSCHALLENGE continues.
  • Masterpiece Movie MPM-08 Megatron In Malaysia: 2005 Boards member fathi_haziq is giving us the heads up that MPM-08 Megatron was spotted at ToysRUs Midvalley Megamall Johor Bahru for 699.90 Ringgit or $169.56 approximately.
  • Studio Series Wave 4 and 6 Deluxe & Wave 6 Voyager, Siege Wave 2 Voyager and Transformers Cyberverse Wave 2 Ultra Class in Russia: A lot of sightings in Russia this week. Studio Series Deluxe SS-22 Dropkick (helicopter), SS-40 Shatter (car) and SS-41 Scrapmetal were spotted at “Detskiy Mir” (Children’s World) in the shopping center “Global Mall”.  At the same store, Cyberverse Ultra class Shockwave and Shadow Striker were also available. More Studio Series figures were found at “Hamleys” in Central Children’s Store on Lubyanka: Studio Series Voyager SS-37 Rampage and SS-38 Optimus Prime (Bumblebee movie). To top it all, Siege Voyager Starscream and Soundwave were found  “Detskiy Mir” (Children’s World) in the shopping and entertainment center “Megapolis”.
  • Studio Series Wave 7 Voyager And Deluxe, Cyberverse Wave 1 Spark Armor Battle Class  and Ultra Class In Singapore: Studio Series is coming in hot with Voyager Long Haul and KSI Boss and Deluxe Drift (helicopter), Dropkick (car) and Hightower spotted at Metro in Paragon. Additionally, at Isetan Nex the new Cyberverse Spark Armor line was spotted.
  • Studio Series Wave 4 Dropkick In Germany: Thanks to our very own Nevermore for the report. This figure was available only via online from Amazon. It seems our fellow collectors in Germany never got a proper retail release of Deluxe wave 4 or 3.
  • Studio Series Deluxe Wave 7 In Australia: Via Ozformers, the Studio Series Deluxe Drift (helicopter), Dropkick (car) and Hightower were found at Toyworld Traralgon, Victoria.
  • War For Cybertron Siege Amazon Exclusives, Generations Selects & G1 Reissues In Taiwan: Our friends in Taiwan are lucky. Some Amazon exclusives sets and Selects toys are available at 大明 Dàmíng (合川 héchuān). Greenlight, the Autobot Alphastrike Counterforce multi-pack, Decepticon Phantomstrike Squadron multi-pack, Selects G2 Combat Megatron, Lancer, Redwing and Galactic Man Shockwave were found at this store. To top it all, the G1 Soundwave and G1 Cassettes (Ravage & Rumble) are available too.

Happy hunting one and all! Keep reporting your sightings around the world on the 2005 Boards!

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Via Phdgames.com we have our first look at WizKids’ G1 Transformers Deep Cuts Unpainted Miniatures official renders.

While back in February, we had learned that WizKids announced a brand new initiative with Hasbro to bring miniature figures based on Transformers, G.I. Joe and My Little Pony franchises. Now, we finally have a look at the G1 inspired Transformers figurines. They are called “Deep Cuts” and there’s something curious about them as you can read on the official description below:

“Transformers Themed Deep Cuts Unpainted Miniatures let fans get creative with their favorite ‘Bots and decorate them any way they want. Each miniature comes pre-primed and ready to paint out of the box. Decals and stickers are included to help complete each character’s signature look”. 

The first four figurines are Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Megatron and Starscream. They are expected for release on December this year for economic $4.99. We know some fans may not be so good at painting, but according to the information shared  WizKids will be providing support for in-store painting experiences. Stay tuned with TFW2005 for more information once it’s available. Now you can click on the bar to see the mirrored images and then sound off on the 2005 Boards!

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Thanks to TFW2005 user DesertDog and Cybertron.ca user chaingunsofdoom, we have our first Canadian sighting of the reissue packs of Soundwave’s cassettes, Frenzy, Rumble, Ravage, and Laserbeak!

They were sighted at a Walmart in Calgary, Alberta and appear to sell at 29.97 CAD. Happy hunting!

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Publisher Viz Media had announced a new Transformers: A Visual History Artbook written by pop culture chronicler Jim Sorenson. 

The book showcases hundreds of iconic and rare images drawn from the Hasbro archives as well as development art from Paramount Studios feature films in an impressive amount of 408 pages. Now, courtesy of Twiiter user @80sForNow we have a look at the first Preview Samples of this promising project.

The book can be found for pre-order on Amazon.com in 2 different editions: The regular Hardcover can be pre-ordered for $49.99, and a special Deluxe Limited Edition for $99.99. Both are scheduled for release on November 12th, 2019.

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

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Via BB7 Toys On Facebook, we have pictures of the new Mu Model Transformers 3D Metal Puzzle G1 Wheeljack.

These officially licensed Transformers metal models are great 3D laser cut models that are assembled from metal sheets. They use a simple slot and tab design so no glue is required, just bend the metal tabs where instructed and attach pieces together. Mu Model had already released some Movie and G1 characters before, and this new G1 Wheeljack also shows off a great level of detail and parts. Once assembled, the figure is 20 cm tall approximately

We still have no information about an specific release date or price, but previous models were around $60. You can check out the mirrored images after the jump and then join to the discussion on the 2005 Boards.

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Flame Toys on Twitter has uploaded some new images of their impressive Kuro Kara Kuri Victory Saber which is the combination of Kuro Kara Kuri Star Saber and the upcoming Victory Leo.

The Kuro Kara Kuri line brings us highly detailed and top quality officially licensed action figures (non transformable) with a very unique and stylized design. We have a look at the gray prototype of Victory Leo (comes in Lion mode) combined with the production sample of Star Saber.Flame to form a very original Victory Saber. The combination features several innovations compared to the original G1 design. More noticeable, the lion head on Victory Saber’s chest as well as several new extra parts. The images reveal that even with so many extra part on it, Victory Saber can still show a good range of articulation.

We still have no information on the price or release date of Victory Leo, but Star Saber is expected for release on August this year. You can still pre-order Star Saber via our sponsors below. Click on the bar to see the mirrored images and let us know your impressions on the 2005 Boards!

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