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Toy News: "Beast Hunters" toy reveals on Official Web Site

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Following the relaunch of the Official Transformers web site last week, several toy and character reveals have popped up via the "Beast Hunters" Hunt game on the site. By following various mini-games on the site, you can get to images and profiles of various characters. Here's a list of screen captures I've taken of each one:

You'll note that oddly Huffer's profile uses the photo of his Power Core Combiner namesake. This is most likely an image error.

Toy Review: "Transformers Prime" Commander Class Skyquake

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Loyal to the Decepticon cause, Skyquake will not let anyone stop him from serving his master Megatron! With his gigantic Tornado Cannon and raw physical power Skyquake is a Decepticon Autobots don't want to face if they can help it! Check out my review of Commander Class Skyquake!

Toy Review: Masterpiece Alert

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Just because you can't see someone out to get you, doesn't mean they're not there! When you need protection to a paranoid level, Alert is the Autobot you want on your side. Today's review takes a look at the ultimate version of this character: Masterpiece Alert!

Comic Book Review: "Regeneration One" #88

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Scorponok's invasion of Cybertron has begun, but he's not the only one with plans for the Transformers homeworld. Today brings you an advance review of "Regeneration One" #88!

Toy Sale: Items for sale from Ben's Collection!

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It's time to do some winter cleaning! I've dug out the following items for sale. To see pictures of some of them, check out my Facebook page album. Please write me at my hotmail account if you are interested in any items. Prices do not include shipping or potential customs fees if you are overseas.

ANIMATED
Waspinator (On Card): $15

BEAST MACHINES
Scavenger (Loose, C9 condition): $6

CHALLENGE OF THE GOBOTS

Sponsor News: BBTS NECA Toy Fair, SXS, TF Vinyl, MOTU & More

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Hi - Here is a quick update about a variety of new items, including Toy Fair NECA preorders just listed moments ago:

SXS-R01 - Continuously Variable - Transforming Figure - limited edition exclusive - $5 off early bird pricing
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=SXS10004&mode=re...

NECA Toy Fair:

Predators 7" - Series 09
KickAss 2 - Series 02
After Earth - 7" Jaden Smith as Kitai
3.75" Gears of War Series 02
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=11955

Transformers 3" Vinyl Figures - by The Loyal Subjects
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=2339&category=9261

Toy Fair 2013 coverage!

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Hi everybody,

Today I attended Toy Fair and I'll be slowly putting up galleries on my Facebook page, so go there and give me a "Like" if you haven't already! I've also started a "Q & A" thread for anyone who has questions about what I saw today.

Albums/Images:

Also, check out my Twitter feed at: @BWTF_Ben for the archive of my live tweets from the Hasbro panel!

This thread will be updated as I upload content!

Toy Review: Generations "Fall of Cybertron" Soundblaster with Buzzsaw

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After a fierce battle, Soundwave fell, seemingly destroyed. However, with the help of his trusted Deployers and alien technology, he was brought back to life as the evil Soundblaster!

Toy News: Botcon 2013 "Machine Wars" Skywarp Revealed!

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Following on the heels of their first reveal, the official Botcon 2013 page has been updated with a look at the mock up of "Machine Wars" Skywarp, a homage to the first "Machine Wars" Skywarp using the "Revenge of the Fallen" Dirge sculpt with a brand new head!

Sponsor News: BBTS GI Joe Retaliation, Hot Toys, Transformers, Assassin's Creed III, Star Wars, Bandai Imports, Star Trek & more

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TRANSFORMERS PRIME BEAST HUNTERS CYBERVERSE VEHICLES SERIES 01 - CASE, SET, SINGLE
Two new Cyberverse Vehicles will soon be able to join your collection. The Case Assortment includes two of the Autobot Skyclaw with Smokescreen and one of the Apex Armor with Breakdown; this Case assortment is listed at $74.99. We also have the Set of one of each listed at $54.99, and singles available of the Autobot Skyclaw with Smokescreen, priced at $24.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=3150&category=9257

TRANSFORMERS TRADING CARDS - CLOSEOUT! - SAVE 89% ON BOXES, SAVE 94% ON CARTONS!!
We’ve found an amazing deal on a beautiful set of Transformers Dark of the Moon Trading Cards and are passing the savings on to you. A box of 48 packs/ 288 cards is only $14.99 (Originally $144) and a giant Master Carton of 576 packs / 3456 cards is only $99.99 (Originally $1728!) The Master carton also includes a free Collector Card Album.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=2558&company=1552

MOVIE MASTERPIECE GI JOE RETALIATION - STORM SHADOW 1/6 SCALE
Just listed! Hot Toys will be releasing a 1/6 Scale Storm Shadow figure from the upcoming GI Joe: Retaliation. The figure is listed at $204.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=HOT10439&mode=re...

ASSASSIN'S CREED III SERIES 1 FIGURES - SET/SINGLES
We've just put up the new Assassin's Creed III figures from McFarlane. Included in the series 1 figures are Connor, Haytham Kenway, Ratonhnhaké:ton and a secret figure. The set is listed at $49.99 and the singles are $12.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=1445&category=9258