TFWorld2005 have received some stock images of the latest wave of Transformers Robot Heroes line, which include Dispensor (the Mountain Dew robot from the Transformers Movie).

You can see the images here.

Hasbro have updated Transformers.com with the first official images of the Transformers Universe Classic Deluxe and Ultra Wave 1 figures. The images are of the unpainted prototypes and can be seen below.

Sunstreaker

Prowl

Powerglide

Tankor (Octane)

Onslaught

Here is a copy of the press release.

Get the inside scoop on wave 1 of the Transformers Universe Classic Deluxe and Ultra figures with first looks of grey model images, character names and design notes from the toys’ lead designer – Bill Rawley.

The Classic Series is back in Transformers Universe with updated versions of your favorite characters. We chose G1 characters that translate well into today’s world with realistically-styled “alt modes” and cues from the characters’ heritage to create awesome, updated robots. Wave 1 will hit stores in August 2008.

Transformers Universe Classic Deluxe

SUNSTREAKER
For SUNSTREAKER, the design team sought to create a cool concept sports car that was reminiscent of the character’s G1 form. In robot mode, the team modernized Sunstreaker’s head from G1, but originally weren’t able to achieve the proper fit to allow for the toy’s conversion. A final change to convert part of the “ear” panels allowed the team to capture the look it desired.

PROWL
In robot mode, it was important that Prowl have his shoulder mounted missile launchers, as he did back in G1. The design team also worked with TakaraTomy to create an innovative head reveal as part of the conversion process.

TANKOR
This triple-change converts to a robot, airplane and tanker truck. Originally planned as Octane, the team ended up having to change the name to Tankor. Like Prowl, this character also features an exciting head reveal. Painted with all the details, this guy looks like a mean Decepticon ready to blast and cut something to shreds.

Transformers Universe Classic Ultra

POWERGLIDE
For POWERGLIDE there were a few important design considerations. First, the design team wanted POWERGLIDE’s head to still have a dome-like point, but in a more updated way. Second, his wings needed to be in his shoulders as they originally were in G1. To stay true to the realistic nature of the Classic Series, the deco will be more silver than red, but with multiple red cues to connect to POWERGLIDE’s original look.

ONSLAUGHT
Bill chose ONSLAUGHT because he always loved his design and the two large signature barrels on the character’s back. The design team worked to retain that very characteristic silhouette in this new Ultra scale version of ONSLAUGHT. In choosing a vehicle mode, design went with a cool S.W.A.T. Urban assault vehicle to set it apart from the tanks in other TRANSFORMERS product lines. The vehicle choice and theme lent itself to the creation of a riot shield in robot mode. The final version does an excellent job recalling the G1 characters the design team grew up with.

The first large images of the Japanese exclusive Generation One coloured Transformers Music Convoy are now available over at Japanese retailer Amiamir. The figure is due to go on sale on the 27th March 2008 priced at 15,750 yen, about �80.

The latest addition to our ever increasing Transformers toy image gallery area is none other then Toshiba Vardia Red Starscream.

The images, 6 of them, come thanks to the Japanese Image Board, and make up this mini-gallery. The figure is readily available on Yahoo Japan, with an asking price of around USD 200. We're looking to buy one once the prices come down, so we can bring you a full image gallery of the toy.

Japanese collectors website Tsukaeru.net has been updated with images of Transformers Movie MD-22 Incinerator (the Japanese black version of the toy).

Thanks to TFWorld2005for the spot.

More news for G.I-Joe fans, Dennis Quaid has signed on to the project to play General Hawk, with Arnold Vosloo signing on to play the ever-popular Zartan. There is still no word on who will voice Destro, though we expect the actor to be announced in the coming forthnight.

This news follows closely on the heals that Hollywood Reporter broke regarding Channing Tatum will be playing Duke in the film. The role was originally going to be played by Sam Worthington, though he could not coordinate the production's schedule with his current work on James Cameron's "Avatar," which has run over schedule.

Here's a reminder of the cast list thus far.

Hawk - Dennis Quaid
Duke - Channing Tatum
Snake Eyes - Ray Park
Scarlett - Rachel Nichols
Ripcord - Marlon Wayans
Heavy Duty - Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
Breaker - Said Taghmaoui
Rex - Joseph Gordon-Levitt
Zartan - Arnold Vosloo
The Baroness - Sienna Miller
Storm Shadow - Byung-hun Lee

Type-R has uploaded some scans of the latest Japanese collectors magazines showing off the Transformers Revoltech Starscream and Hot Rodimus, Encores Sky Lynx and Jazz, Transformers Movie Trans-Scanning figures, Masterpiece Starscream USA Edition, Wonderfest G1 Colors Arcee, Allspark Power Black Arcee, and Transformers Henkei to TFWorld2005

Part One Limited, the company behind e-Hobby Shop, have a listing for Transformers Encore 08 Meister (Jazz). The description below the image states that the toy will have a "new head" and speaks about the Transformers Movie incarnation of Jazz.

It is strongly believed that the head will use the Stepper mold, rather than the original Meister head.

At the bottom of the page it states, Transformation Robot x1, Condor x1, although this could simply be a misprint from the Encore Soundwave listing.

Remember: e-Hobby Shop are no longer taking orders from customers outside of Japan

Transformers Animated has received a few updates in the last minutes, in a couple of areas. First up are two new character profiles, Nanosec and Promethus Black. The second update sees the latest Transformers Animated Video clip uploaded to the site.

The clip is entitled Bumblebee's Boosters and includes the 8 scenes with Bumblebee and his new boosters from the Transformers Animated episode 8 Nanosec.

The video can be found on both Transformers Animated and Transformers At The Moon.

We'd like to bring your attention to the newest site sponsor of Transformers At The Moon, Epic Heroes.

Epic are a long running UK based toy and comic dealer, featuring many Transformers toys, not quiet as many as in our Toy Gallery section though. Epic have lots of stuff to offer, so go check them out.

Transformers Animated has a new update after the airing of Transformers Animated episode 8, titled Nanosec, with two new images galleries of characters who debuted in this weeks episode.

You can now find a gallery for Nanosec and the Police Office as part of the Transformers Animated Characters information featured on the site.

You can now find a full image gallery from the latest Transformers Animated episode Nanosec (episode 8).

The episode introduces the latest human super-villain to join the cast of Transformers Animated, Nanosec, and the gallery includes over 200 images from the episode. The episode was also Bumblebee's episode (following on from previous episodes focusing on Ratchet, Prowl and Bulkhead)

Remeber you can find a full listing for the show, and much more, at Transformers Animated.com

The Botcon website was updated yesterday with the brochure for Botcon 2008. Amoungst the pages of the document is the background story to this years set.

"This year’s chronicle shatters everything you thought you knew about Transformers! Here is a universe you never expected... On a world known as Cybertron, a ruthless and cruel tyrant prepares his army for an all out attack. Their destination: a planet, rich in resources, known as Earth! Only a small band of rebels stands between this evil warlord and his plans for universal conquest. If these brave soldiers are unable to stop the attack, then there will be nothing to prevent this shattered universe from falling victim to the maniacal Optimus Prime and his evil
legion of... Autobots? This is truly a malformed universe where the Decepticons are heroic and the Autobots are evil! Coming this spring, the battle lines will be drawn and a new champion will emerge. A young and noble Decepticon will stand up and fight for freedom, the freedom, which is the right of all Transformers! Advising him will be his trusted lieutenant Starscream, and his fellow virtuous Decepticons. They will fight to the very last to stop the spread of Optimus Prime’s tyranny! Don’t miss this outstanding collection of Transformers figures as it is a one-of-a-kind “must have” for every Transformers Fan’s collection"