The Funko POP! brand of figures has expanded over the years to encompass an incredible array of licenses. Recently they expanded by releasing a line of G1 based Transformers figures. Many of these have been exclusives to stores like Target. Now the list of exclusives grows with the release of a "retro" styled Grimlock!
Via The Official Honda Japan Twitter Page we now have our first look at the upcoming Masterpiece Skids figure! This figure was first revealed back in late December/early January by Takara Tomy but little has been heard since. Well it looks like the folks at Takara Tomy have been super busy, creating what looks like an awesome addition to everyone's MP collection! Check out the images below. I have also embedded the original Tweet for reference.
Recently Super 7 revealed its line of Ultimates figures bringing G1 characters into the realm of 7 inch figures with accessories. Now Super 7 has revealed the next two waves of these figures via Facebook. The upcoming waves will be featuring a rather ecclectic mixture of characters ranging from a G1 Megatron to Bludgeon! IDW Publishing fans will be thrilled to see that the popular character Tarn will also be joining the line.
In a surprise reveal, BWTF sponsor BigBadToyStore has posted a listing for Transformers Minimates! Minimates are stylized action figures whose aesthetic calls back to "brick" style figures but takes the detailing up several notches to create something unique and fun. The first set features Bumblebee, Optimus Prime, Shockwave and Starscream for $29.99 with a release date of August 2021. Check out the images and product descriptions below and
Bob Budiansky is well known to long time Transformers fans as one of the original writers on the Marvel Comics Transformers title that served as the foundation for decades of Transformers stories, characters and ideas. Now fans will have a chance to participate in a Q & A session along with an interview via Comixplex! Check out the official information and promo images below:
Recently Funko unleashed a line of its popular "Pop!" figures based on G1 Transformers characters. Several of these are exclusives to various stores and now they have announced that a "retro" G1 Grimlock will be an exclusive to Emerald City Comic-Con 2021! This (along with Pop!
Starting early January 2021 Transformers fans in the U.S. began to find some curious non-transforming Transformers "Zōteki" figures at Target. Created by Jazwares, the Zōteki figures feature several figures with interlocking bases that come together to create a battle scene. Interestingly, Jazwares makes no mention of this Transformers set on their site.
Fellow fan Michael Caffrey has posted images of an insane find on the TRANSFORMERS ADDICTS! group on Facebook. The photos show what appear to be the original "Birthday Party" costumes of G1 Jazz and Thundercracker. These were likely rentals used for kid's birthday parties. You can see the costumes in the commercial below:
Chalk Line is an apparel company that rose up in the 90's. They are known for representing entertainment brands and athletes on their clothing including their “Fanimation” jacket with entertainment graphics printed on it. Check out the photos of their Transformers offerings below. You can purchase the items on their site.
*This news item was originally intended to be posted on September 9, 2020.