\thanks to BluseShift for letting us know that Titan Magazine have finished reprinting All Hail Megatron, whilst both cutting the story and changing the ending!

Titan Magazine have 'finished' reprinting All Hail Megatron, and have decided to both cut the story short and change the ending! I've made a thread detailing the changes (including dialogue and panels!) on the Allspark.

If you have a PSP and access to the net you can download a free copy of All Hail Megatron #1 for the digital comics reader. The free download code can be obtained from here:

http://uk.playstationcomics.com/comics-coming-soon.html

The Transformers Collectors Club has annnouced their exclusive members only figure for 2010, Dion, a recoloured (probably re-tooled) version of the Transformers Universe Hot Shot figure.

Dion appeared in the original Transformers cartoon series in the flashback episodes, A War Dawn, and has already had a toy released of the same character by Part One Limited (e-Hobby Shop) which same with their Orion Pax (recoloured Encore Kup) figure.

Simon Furman has updated his blog with an entry regarding the first issue of the 6-part mini-series from IDW called Transformers: Nefarious

"Been a while since I did one of these post-script digressions, so here goes with issue #1 of the upcoming Transformers: Nefarious (6-issue) mini-series from IDW, a direct sequel to Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (so set in the movie-verse). My aim is to keep this as spoiler-free as possible, but if you’d rather not even be teased, look away now! Strictly speaking, Nefarious begins in Tales of the Fallen #5, which features the mysterious resurrection of Ravage (and his even more mysterious mission). But even if you don’t catch that one, issue #1 rolls full pelt into a global conspiracy of which even the Autobots and Decepticons have been blissfully oblivious… until now. Featuring Soundwave, Bumblebee, Optimus Prime, Ironhide, Sideswipe, Alice (yes, Alice!), a quartet of Autobot (toy) characters making their Earth-based debut and even four all-new, original Decepticons (you didn’t think Ravage was Soundwave’s only special agent, did you?), the first issue peels back some of the layers surrounding the mysterious (human) organization known as The Initiative and the (potentially) earth-shattering Project: Nefarious. Just how far and wide its reach extends into the warp of weft of recent Cybertronian history (and how much it’s about to influence their future too) will force Soundwave and then Optimus Prime into truly desperate measures (and a clash or two too) as they learn who’s really in charge of their destiny. And it’s not them! Issue #1 promises lots of intrigue, action, shocks and a final page that’ll leave you scraping your lower jaw off the floor. Do not miss this one!"

­Issue 5 of the Titan Magazines UK Transformers comic, Transformers 2.5 as they call it, goes on sale tomorrow and as such Titan have sent through some images showing the cover, the poster that comes with the comic (the cover art again), as well as two panels from the story "Reversal of Fortune".

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Simon Furman has updated his blog with an entry dedicated to issue two of the IDW Transformers comic book series Tales of the Fallen.  Issue two focuses on Sideswipe and the back story which bought him to Earth on a quest for vengeance with utter disregard for the organic life he finds teeming on the planet.   Such is the level of his disregard that he actually becomes the target that the other Autobots must confront.  Tales of the Fallen #2 hits stores this week, September 9th in the US, 10th in the UK. Art is by Carlos Magno, who Simon describes as "a new talent and definitely one to watch!"

Head over to Simon's blog to read more details abotu the issue as well as taking a peek at the cover art.

Transformers legendary writer Simon Furman has updated his blog with an entry on IDWs next Transformers movie universe mini-series, Transformers: Nefarious.  You can read a copy of the entry below, but visit Simon's blog to view he cover and to leave him and comments and feedback

"the news is out, my next series for IDW will be Transformers: Nefarious, a six-issue movie continuity mini-series that picks up from the end of Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen and introduces an all-new adversary for the Transformers (Autobot and Decepticon) in the shape of a mysterious, far-reaching and very powerful group of humans with access to enhanced Transformer-tech and maybe even the odd actual Transformer! Seeds for the new series will be sown in the final Tales of the Fallen issue, Ravage, and he (along with Soundwave) play key roles in the unfolding drama. Expect lots more character depth and exploration for both. Actually, make that all characters. We’re going to be highlighting some Autobots and Decepticons that did and didn’t make it into the second movie and many, just maybe, throwing in the odd new character too! Plus, we’ll be exploring the post-movie NEST/Autobot human alliance in more detail too! For more info check out the IGN interview I did recently (see link in update below). Transformers: Nefarious kicks in shortly after Tales of the Fallen #6: Ravage. Don’t miss either!"

At the SDCC it was announced that IDW will be releasing a follow-up story ot Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen entitled Transformers: Nefarious. Well ComicsContinuum.com have a little snippet of information which they have published regarding the series.

Transformers: Nefarious will be a six-issue mini-series, written by Simon Furman, with art by Carlos Magno. It is scheduled to launch early next year.  The story will follow a shadowy organization with devious designs on the Transformers. "The latest Transformers movie added several very cool elements to the tapestry -- Soundwave and Ravage being my favorites -- and we¹re keen to explore them," said Andy Schmidt, IDW's Transformers editor. "Our story tracks a new organization with 'nefarious' designs on the robots in disguise. Their technology gives them a tactical advantage not yet seen in the films." Brian Rood will provide variant covers for the mini-series.

Simon Furman has posted a new update to his blog regarding the release of issue 13 of IDW's Transformers All Hail Megatron series.

"The Earth-shaking, 12-issue All Hail Megatron maxi-series spills over into a thirteenth issue this week, which was certainly lucky for me, as I got to tell a decidedly different Transformers tale in which Ironhide and Optimus Prime regroup/reassess in the light of the tumultuous events of Megatron’s all-conquering spree. I also lucked out in the shape of fan-favourite artist Don Figueroa, who returned to the fold to draw this special 11-page story (each of these ‘Coda’ issue features two stories per issue). Can’t tell you too much about the story itself, but rest assured that as well as providing something of a retrospective on the intertwined life and times of Prime and Ironhide it sets the scene for more momentous twists and turns to come. All Hail Megatron #13 hits stores this week, July 22nd in the US (nicely in time for my appearance at the San Diego Comicon) and July 23rd in the UK." blogs Simon as well as posting an image of the cover

Simon Furman updated his blog yesterday with a post regarding his appearance / signings at this years San Diego Comic Con which takes place later this month.

"Next stop on the 09 signing/convention trail is the annual San Diego comicon. I’ll be attending this year, Friday through Sunday (July 24th to 26th), and apart from hanging around the Hyatt bar I’ll be popping up here and there for official events/signings throughout the weekend. So far, what’s been locked in are two DK (Dorling Kindersley) signing events, one on the Saturday (4-5PM at the DK booth) and one on the Sunday (2-3PM, also at the DK booth), where I’ll be signing copies of Transformers: The Movie Universe, plus, of course, Transformers: The Ultimate Guide and You Can Draw Transformers (and other stuff too!). Soon as I have details of other locked-in events/signings, I’ll update this post accordingly. Look forward to seeing you there!"  writes Simon on his blog.

Our thanks go to Titan Comics for sending through the following press release

­Win a Walk on Part in TRANSFORMERS Comic!

To mark the launch of the second volume of TRANSFORMERS Comic and the release of the new blockbusting movie, we’re offering a once in a lifetime opportunity, a never to be repeated experience, the ultimate TRANSFORMERS fan dream: the chance to win a walk on part in TRANSFORMERS Comic!

One lucky fan is gong to get their likeness drawn into an upcoming instalment of TRANSFORMERS Comic’s awesome originated comic strip, standing amongst the mighty AUTOBOTS and fierce DECEPTICONS!

To be in with a chance of landing a walk on part in TRANSFORMERS Comic, all you need do is go to: www.titanmagazines.co.uk/walkon

For more information about TRANSFORMERS Comic and this promotion, please contact Jo Browne Email: jo.browne@titanemail.com Phone: 020 7803 1961.

Transformers © 2009 Hasbro. All Rights Reserved. © 2009 DreamWorks LLC and Paramount Pictures Corporation.

www.titancomicsuk.com

Titan Magazines have sent through­ two wallpapers from issue 1 of the new UK Transformers comic, Transformers 2,1.  The wallpapers are by the main article John Davis Hunt.

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For those of you who can make it to London on Saturday 27th June, Orbital Comics have a signing with Simon Furman, Nick Roche, Jon Davis Hunt, Liam Shalloo and Boo.

The gallery in the shop will also be displaying artwork from Nick from 19th June until 19th July.