Greetings SourceFans!
We hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas and we're looking forward to another great year as your Source for Transformers online! Instock this week we have
Reformatted - R-05 - Fortis the Ground Assaulter,
Fansproject - Function X-3: Smart Robin,
MP-19 - Masterpiece Smokescreen, and
Unique Toys - War Lord - UT-W05 War Leo - Sharp Claw! We also have preorders like
MP-12 - Masterpiece Sideswipe - Lambor - 2nd Production Run,
Transformers Go - G26 - Optimus Prime EX Triple Changer,
KFC - Xmas Trio Pack - Set of 3, and a restock of
Make Toys - Green Giant in January! TFSource is now offering first class mail on light-weight US orders! Save on shipping every day with TFSource! Don't forget to visit TFsource during the holidays to take advantage of our
Holiday Sale! Be sure to check out the
Source Blog for our latest Source Article, Review and Interview! All this and more... in this week's SourceNews!
In this issue of SourceNews:
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MMC Fortis Now Instock!2.
TFsource Now Offering First Class Mail on Light Weight US Orders!3.
Fansproject Smart Robin Now Instock!4.
Make Toys Green Giant Restock in January!5.
TF Go! G26-Optimus Prime Up for Preorder!6.
3rd Party Customs Update!7.
Officially Licensed T-shirts Restocked!8.
Masterpiece Update! MP-12 - 2nd Production Run up for Preorder!9.
Now Instock - Unique Toys Sharp Claw!10.
Now Instock iGear - PP05D - Defense Specialist!11.
Warbotron - Up for Preorder! 12.
Now Instock - TFC Toys - Project Ares - Nemean!13.
TFsource Holiday Sale Continues!14.
Source Blog Updates!15.
Newest Preorder items at TFsource16.
Newest Instock items at TFsourceTFSource - now accepting Paypal payments for stacked orders! You asked for it, and now you can pay with a credit card or Paypal for your stacked orders! To learn more about order stacking read here:
Stack your orders, save on shipping, pay with Paypal!_____________________________________________
1. MMC Fortis Now Instock!Now instock - Reformatted - R-05 - Fortis the Ground Assaulter! Unfortunately these sat in customs for a week due to the holiday delay and customs closure, but we're now processing preorders! Don't forget to log into stack and generate an order if you have this guy in your stack and you want him to ship out now! Order yours at TFsource here:
Reformatted - R-05 - Fortis the Ground AssaulterNow back instock - MMC's R-03 Bovis! This is our final shipment of this popular figure so don't miss out! Order yours here:
Reformatted - R-03 - Bovis the Supply SpecialistNow up for preorder: MMC's Feral Con Leo Dux! Preorder yours here:
Reformatted - R-04 - Leo Dux the Squadron Commander_____________________________________________
2. TFsource Now Offering First Class Mail on Light Weight US Orders!TFSource now offering first class mail on light-weight US orders! Perfect for small shipments, such as one carded figure or an add-on like a Dr. Wu part, shipping just $3-5 dependent on the weight of the package, and available for both regular and stacked order – save on shipping every day with TFSource!
Visit TFsource to shop now!_____________________________________________
3. Fansproject Smart Robin Now Instock!Fansproject Function-X Smart Robin is back instock! Order yours at TFsource here:
Fansproject - Function X-3: Smart RobinNow up for Preorder - Fansproject - Causality CA-13 Diesel! Unfortunately, he won't be in until early/mid January. You can preorder here:
Fansproject - Causality CA-13 Diesel & M3 Crossfire SetCheck out TFsource Sponsored Reviewer' Peaugh's video of Diesel! Simply scroll part way down the page and enjoy! It's a long one. Watch it right on TFsource here:
http://tfsource.com/fansproject/ca-13-diesel/_____________________________________________
4. Make Toys Green Giant Restock in January!We will be receiving a small amount of stock of Make Toys Green Giant in January and at a great price! It's not clear we'll be able to get any more stock other than on the secondary market at a much higher price, so don't miss out! US customers get FREE shipping on this piece at over $150, international customers get reduced shipping on all orders over $150! Preorders up here:
Make Toys - Green Giant - Set of 6 Pieces_____________________________________________
5. TF Go! G26-Optimus Prime Up for Preorder!Takara has updated photos of TF Go G26 Optimus Prime! Quite a unique beast and train feel, and also he can combine with other TF Go figures as shown! Preorder yours at TFsource here:
Transformers Go - G26 - Optimus Prime EX Triple Changer _____________________________________________
6. 3rd Party Customs Update!We've put up a preorder for Dr. Wu's Rainstorm Gun - add on for Voyager Class Springer! If you have the Rainstorm set already, this is the gun that came with that set sold separately. Many Dr. Wu items were also recently restocked on the site here:
http://tfsource.com/dr-wu-customs/?sort_by=newest&per_page=120DR. Wu - DW-TP15 Rain Storm Gun - Metallic EditionKFC's Xmas Trio - Set of 3 - Preorders up! Don't forget preorders have been up for KFC's Xmas Trio Set! Includes 1 Orange Wingthing, 1 SG Blue Badbat and 1 cage for the beast. Other figures shown sold separately. Preorder yours here:
KFC - Xmas Trio Pack - Set of 3Before and After MP-17 Masterpiece Prowl Omega Launcher - Add on Set now instock! Limited stock remains here:
Before and After - Omega Launcher for MP-17 ProwlThe MP-18 B&A kit is not instock yet, but you can preorder here:
Before and After - Omega Launcher for MP-18 BluestreakNow instock - X2 Toys Trailbreaker & Hoist Add-on Parts! Includes many great add-on pieces to upgrade your generations figures to make them more like their G1 predecessors! Generations Hoist & Trailbreaker sold separately! Order yours at TFSource here:
X2 Toys - XT003 Trailbreaker & Hoist - Add on KitTransformazing Toys Pandora's Box Armor Preorders Up! We've added preorders for the Transformazing Toys UM & OP Pandora's Box armor. These no longer include the trailer, are upgrade sets of armor for Generations Ultra Magnus & Optimus Prime. Preorder here:
Transformazing Toys Pandora's Box ArmorNow instock - ToyWorld's Trace! This guy looks great, and we're processing and shipping out preorders! His color scheme is really bold compared to Grindrod and Aurora, just may be the best piece of the 3! Order yours at TFource here:
ToyWorld - TW-T03 TraceNow up for preorder - AFT Toys - AFT-07 Titanium Saint! Figure stands 15CM/6" tall and is fully transformable. Pictures are of a prototype, actual product will be colored. From the same company that made the Delicate Warrior - now renamed as AFT Toys. Preorder up at TFSource here:
AFT Toys - AFT-07 Titanium SaintNow up for preorder - Dr. Wu Full Gear - Year of the Horse Edition! This great upgrade kit includes the non-clear version of the holiday version and will be released in January! Preorder yours here:
DR. Wu - DW-TP10 Full Gear - Year of the Horse EditionNow up for preorder - DR. Wu X-mas Exclusive Full Gear Set! This add-on set from Dr. Wu includes Forge of Time and Laser Gun as shown. Clear Xmas edition limited to just 300 sets. Preorder yours at TFSource here:
DR. Wu - DW-TP10 Full Gear - Limited Edition 300 PCS Xmas EditionNow up for preorder - Iron Factory - IF-EX01 FOC Grimlock Add-On! Fills in the space in Grimlock's chest as well as includes a weapon for him. Preorder yours at TFSource here:
Iron Factory - IF-EX01 FOC Grimlock Add-OnDr. Wu - Warhead - for MP-17 & MP-18 Preorder Up! It's an MP-17 & MP-18 Missile Launcher Upgrade Type of Day! Each set actually includes both missile launchers, as well as 3 sets of chrome missiles! So yes, you get everything you need for either prowl or bluestreak with either set.
DR. Wu - DW-P15P - Warhead - Add on Kit for MP-17 ProwlDR. Wu - DW-P15B - Warhead - Add on Kit for MP-18 BluestreakNow up for preorder - G-07 Punishment - Upgrade for MP-17 Prowl & MP-18 Bluestreak! This set includes 4 different set of launchers with missiles as well as two sets of antennas! Check out all the pictures for all the details. Upgrade your MP-17 & MP-18 today! Order yours here:
G-07 - Punishment - Add on KitNow up for preorder - Xovergen Nemesis Trailer Force! Limited to just 1000 pieces, this add on goes with the Tokyo Toy Show Version of Nemesis Prime! Preorder yours at TFSource here:
Xovergen - TF-01B - Trailer Force - Black Nemesis VersionNow instock - KFC's Airdancer! This piece features both Jetdancer and Slamtank that combine to form the robot Airdancer! Order yours at TFSource here:
KFC - CST-05J & CTS-06J Airdancer Set of Jetdancer & Slamtank Now Instock - KFC - CST-05B & CTS-06B Airdancer Set of Jetdancer & Slamtank - Black Version! Limited to just 300 pieces worldwide! Order yours here:
KFC - CST-05B & CTS-06B Airdancer Set of Jetdancer & Slamtank - Black Version Now up for preorder KFC - CST-D01 & CTS-D02 Set of Haymaker & Overslay! This great set of 2 is compatible with MP-13 Soundwave and set for an October release! Preorder yours at TFsource here:
KFC - CST-D01 & CTS-D02 Set of Haymaker & OverslayNow up for preorder: KFC's Mugen Vox & Badbat Set of 2! Best of all Badbat will be fully functional and sized to scale with other MP cassettes! Preorder yours at TFSource here:
KFC - Mugen Vox & Badbat Set of 2Now up for preorder: Cubex - Engineer Huff! Set for a December release date! Preorder yours at TFsource here:
Cubex - Ancestor Rebuilder Series 01 - Engineer HuffNow Up for Preorder - Xtransbots - Boosticus set - Dark Force! This set is limited to just 300 pieces and all the parts come in black, this allows you to custom paint or customize the parts as you see fit. They are aiming to have these out in time for the holidays and at a reduced price due to the lack of colors/paint apps! Find all the Xtransbots Boosticus sets here:
Xtransbots - BEK-01DF - Boosticus Dark Force Add-on KitNow Up for Preorder - Xtransbots - BEK-01R - Boosticus Add-on Kit! Preorder yours at TFsource here:
Xtransbots - BEK-01R - Boosticus Add-on KitNow up for preorder: Xtransbots Stax & Krank! Preorder single figures or save by preordering both together due out in December!
Xtransbots - MM-1 Krank & MM-2 Stax Set of 2_____________________________________________
7. Officially Licensed T-shirts Restocked!We've gotten in a restock on most shirt sizes for the officially licensed Transformers T-shirts. Unfortunately they forgot to ship a couple of sizes on the Keep Calm and Hail Megatron shirt, but more should be in shortly! Order yours here:
TFsource - Your Source for Officially Licensed T-shirts!_____________________________________________
8. Masterpiece Update! MP-12 - 2nd Production Run up for Preorder!Now back up for preorder - MP-12 Masterpiece Sideswipe - 2nd Production Run! Unlike all the unsubstantiated preorders that were listed prior by other sites for a 2nd run of MP-12 Sideswipe that didn't exist, this one is confirmed, and back up for the original preorder price of $79.99! Plus this version is supposed to fix many of the QC issues associated with the first. Due out in March/April - preorder yours today! Preorder yours at TFsource here:
MP-12 - Masterpiece Sideswipe - Lambor - 2nd Production RunNow Instock - Masterpiece MP-19 Smokescreen! Just in time for the holidays, we've received shipment of MP-19 Smokescreen. Order here:
MP-19 - Masterpiece SmokescreenCheck out these other Masterpiece figures also now instock:
MP-13 - Masterpiece Soundwave - 2nd Production RunMP-10 - Masterpiece Optimus Prime - Second Edition with StandMP-17 - Masterpiece ProwlMP-18 - Masterpiece BluestreakMP-10B - Masterpiece Black Convoy - Optimus PrimeWe've also picked up a handful of the Cybertron Con Expo Exclusive Masterpiece grimlock as well as T-Shirts from the con! The Tshirt includes a mini-apron for your MP Grimlock to wear, both by the Stayreal Brand. The T-shirt is XL size but look to run small, we will verify the closest US size tomorrow. Both are extremely high quality. The apron is one size fits MP Grimlock. Available in time for the holidays here:
Masterpiece Grimlock - Cybertron Con 2013 ExclusiveCybertron Con 2013 Exclusive T-shirt - with Grimlock ApronMP-11 Masterpiece Coronation Starscream Now up for Preorder! We have opened back up preorders for the extremely popular MP-11 Masterpiece Coronation Starscream! If you preordered already the stock will be in in December, any preorders placed going forward will be filled in February/March 2014.Preorder yours at TFSource here:
MP-11 - Masterpiece Starscream - Coronation Set - Asia Exclusive ReissueMP-13B Soundblaster Preorder Update! News from Japan - supposedly MP-13B Soundblaster will include a chest panel in both purple and red so you can display him cartoon accurate or toy accurate! Preorder yours at TFsource here:
Masterpiece MP-13B Soundblaster & RatbatNow up for preorder: MP-08 Masterpiece Grimlock - Asia Exclusive with Flame Sword & Crown Coin! Preorder yours here:
MP-08 Masterpiece Grimlock - Asia Exclusive with Flame Sword & Crown CoinPreorders for MP-22 - Masterpiece Ultra Magnus - With Perfect Edition Trailer are now live! Note: Pricing is not finalized and is estimated, if pricing is reduced at a later date all preorders will reflect the updated pricing so there is no risk in preordering! Additionally all information is tentative, once final product photos and pricing is available we will update the listing to reflect this. Preorder yours today!
MP-22 - Masterpiece Ultra Magnus - with Perfect Edition TrailerTFsource Restock - MP-11S Masterpiece Sunstorm! Instock at TFSource here:
MP-11S Masterpiece Sunstorm_____________________________________________
9. Now Instock - Unique Toys Sharp Claw!Just arrived in our warehouse earlier today - Unique Toys Sharp Claw! The box for this guy is massive, and includes all the add on weaponry and wings to form War Leo. Preorders are being processed, order yours at TFSource here:
Unique Toys - War Lord - UT-W05 War Leo - Sharp ClawNow up for preorder - Unique Toys Soundmixer! Fully transformable, figure stands 17CM/6.7" tall, approximately the same height as MP-17. Soundmixer's weapon parts actually become a cassette! Scheduled for release in March! Preorder yours at TFSource here:
Unique Toys - SoundmixerNow instock - Unique Toys Sharky! Start building your Sharky army today! Order at TFSource here:
Unique Toys G02 - Sharky - Set of 3!Check out TFSource Sponsored Reviewer' Peaugh's Sharky Review here:
Unique Toys G02 - Sharky Set of 3 | Source Review_____________________________________________
10. Now Instock iGear - PP05D - Defense Specialist!Now Instock iGear - PP05D - Defense Specialist! Instock at TFsource here:
iGear - PP05D - Defense SpecialistAdditionally we have received limited restock of the Comic Color Hench figure!
iGear - MW-03C Hench - Comic Color Edition_____________________________________________
11. Warbotron - Up for Preorder! The Mighty Warbotron is now up for Preorder! The figures will be released in this order: A, B, C, D, E. A & B are scheduled to be released in the same month, C & D the same month, but this doesn't mean at the same time and there always could be delays. We recommend using TFSource's Order Stacking to manage your preorders, or preordering in groups of 2 to take advantage of our FREE US shipping on orders over $150! Preorders up here:
TFsource - Your Source for great prices on Warbotron toys!Warbotron - WB01BWarbotron - WB01AWarbotron - WB01DWarbotron - WB01CWarbotron - WB01E_____________________________________________
12. Now Instock - TFC Toys - Project Ares - Nemean!Now Instock - TFC Toys - Project Ares - Nemean! Order here:
TFC Toys - Project Ares - NemeanNow Instock - Wings of Uranos Upgrade Kit! Order yours at TFsource here:
TFC Toys - TFC-08 Wings of the UranosDeck out your Uranos 5 piece set with this great upgrade kit. We also have limited stock of the Uranos 5 piece set instock here:
TFC Toys - Uranos - Full Set of 5Now instock - TFC's Nemesis Primars! This super deformed'esque figure features a nemesis color scheme and wings add-on that can attach to your Henkei/Classics Optimus Prime! Order yours at TFSource here:
TFC Toys - PS-02 Nemesis Primars Super-Deformed_____________________________________________
13. TFsource Holiday Sale Continues!TFsource Holiday Sale Featured item - Reissue Sixshot - Asia Exclusive! This figure features metallic paint and chromed weapons and exclusive collector's edition packaging. We blew out of these quickly the last time we had them instock at this clearance price, so don't miss out! Find more than 200 items up to 75% off at the TFsource holiday sale here:
http://tfsource.com/holiday-sale/?&per_page=120TFsource Holiday Sale!_____________________________________________
14. Source Blog Updates!NEW SOURCE REVIEW! TFsource Sponsored Reviewer' Peaugh's video of Diesel is now up! Simply scroll part way down the page and enjoy! It's a long one. Watch it right on TFsource here:
http://tfsource.com/fansproject/ca-13-diesel/NEW SOURCE ARTICLE! Return of the king, the return of MP-11, the return of the only Starscream you'll ever need.
The Coronation | Source BlogNEW SOURCE ARTICLE! Pre-Shockwave, Pre-Omega & mainly pre-Deluxe Insecticons as we wrap up the non-Takara PreTFs
Pre-Deluxe Part 2 | Source BlogYou can read part 1 here:
Pre-Deluxe Part 1 | Source BlogNEW SOURCE ARTICLE! History of Jetfire, Deluxe Insects, Whirl & Roadbuster, the non-Japanese Transformers exclusives!
Deluxe | Source BlogNEW SOURCE INTERVIEW! Kevin Hopson shares his immaculate G1 collection of Decepticon Jets, Optimus Prime and Autobot Cars.
Source Interview | Kevin Hopson_____________________________________________
16. Newest Preorder items at TFsourceMP-12 - Masterpiece Sideswipe - Lambor - 2nd Production RunMake Toys - Green Giant - Set of 6 PiecesDR. Wu - DW-TP15 Rain Storm Gun - Metallic EditionKFC - Xmas Trio Pack - Set of 3Unique Toys - SoundmixerAFT Toys - AFT-07 Titanium SaintMP-12G - Masterpiece G2 SideswipeMP-11 - Masterpiece Starscream - Coronation Set - Asia Exclusive ReissueSupreme Starscream - Platinum Edition - Year of the Horse VersionSentinel - Gigantic Action - Scorponok FigureMP-10 - Masterpiece Optimus Prime - Year of the Horse Versione-hobby - Transformers Cloud - Optimus Primee-hobby - Transformers Cloud - MegatronWarbotron - WB01BWarbotron - WB01AWarbotron - WB01DWarbotron - WB01CWarbotron - WB01EFansToys FT-04 ScoriaVoltron - 30th Anniversary Die-Cast Light-Up Set - with Sound and StandDR. Wu - DW-P15P - Warhead - Add on Kit for MP-17 ProwlDR. Wu - DW-P15B - Warhead - Add on Kit for MP-18 BluestreakG-07 - Punishment - Add on KitBefore and After - Omega Launcher for MP-18 BluestreakXovergen - TF-01B - Trailer Force - Black Nemesis VersionKRE-O - Transformers - Micro Change Combiner Series 04 - Set of Computron & MenasorCubex - Ancestor Rebuilder Series 01 - Engineer HuffKidslogic - Super Deformed Optimus Prime Statue - 6'' Transformers StatueTransformers Go - G25 - Black Lio PrimeTransformers Go - G26 - Optimus Prime EX Triple ChangerUnique Toys - Mania King - MessiahDaCaToys - KronosMP-08 Masterpiece Grimlock - Asia Exclusive with Flame Sword & Crown CoinXtransbots - MM-1 Krank & MM-2 Stax Set of 2KFC - Mugen Vox & Badbat Set of 2Transformers Generations Japan - TG33 Armada StarscreamTransformers Generations Japan - TG32 Minicon SetMP-22 - Masterpiece Ultra Magnus - with Perfect Edition TrailerBTS-06 - Nova LordPE-DX-03 - Motobot - WardenKFC - CST-D01 & CTS-D02 Set of Haymaker & OverslayFansproject - Causality CA-13 Diesel & M3 Crossfire SetTransformers Generations 2013 Titan Class - Metroplex Dreamworks Toy Factory - Bulkhead - Blast Cannon Weapon - Clear Purple VersionMasterpiece MP-13B Soundblaster & RatbatMillion Publishing's Infiltrator StarscreamMP-20 - Masterpiece WheeljackMP-21 - Masterpiece BumblebeeReformatted - R-02 - Talon the Aerial Assaulter!Reformatted - R-04 - Leo Dux the Squadron Commander_____________________________________________
17. Newest Instock items at TFsourceReformatted - R-05 - Fortis the Ground AssaulterFansproject - Function X-3: Smart RobinUnique Toys - War Lord - UT-W05 War Leo - Sharp ClawBefore and After - Omega Launcher for MP-17 ProwlKFC - CST-05B & CTS-06B Airdancer Set of Jetdancer & Slamtank - Black VersioniGear - PP05D - Defense SpecialistRenderform RF-012R Hub Warrior – Retro EditionKabaya DX Series 2 - Road Caesar - Gum Toys Assorted Box of 5 FiguresiGear - MW-03C Hench - Comic Color EditionMP-19 - Masterpiece SmokescreenMasterpiece Grimlock - Cybertron Con 2013 ExclusiveCybertron Con 2013 Exclusive T-shirt - with Grimlock ApronTHS-02B Hybrid Style - Black Version Convoy - Asia ExclusiveX2 Toys - XT003 Trailbreaker & Hoist - Add on KitToyWorld - TW-T03 TraceTFC Toys - Project Ares - NemeanFansproject - Causality CA-10 T-BoneUnique Toys G02 - Sharky - Set of 3!TFC Toys - TFC-08 Wings of the UranosTFC Toys - PS-02 Nemesis Primars Super-DeformedKabaya Gaia Scramble - Assortment 7 - Candy Toys Complete Set of 15 FiguresKFC - CST-05J & CTS-06J Airdancer Set of Jetdancer & SlamtankKFC - CST-02 Retro IronpawMake Toys - Mobine Series - Chaos PaladinTransformers GT - Super GT - GTR-04 Maximus!MP-18 - Masterpiece BluestreakMP-10B - Masterpiece Black Convoy - Optimus PrimeEncore #23 - Fortress Maximus!MP-13 - Masterpiece Soundwave - 2nd Production RunMake Toys - Battle Tanker Series - Hyper NovaeTransformers G1 Soundwave - Linkin Park EditionMP-10 - Masterpiece Optimus Prime - Second Edition with StandMP-17 - Masterpiece ProwlTFC Toys - Uranos - Full Set of 5e-hobby - Japanese Generations MagnificusReformatted - R-03 - Bovis the Supply SpecialistHong Kong ACG-Con Exclusive - MetroplexKFC - CST-02J - Justice IronpawKFC - Micro Robo - MC 20 - E.A.V.I Metal VersionTFC Toys - Project Uranos - F-16 FalconMECH iDEAS - Demolition Crue Set of 2 - DC-01 Apex & DC-02 GeminusMECH iDEAS - WS-01 Long Blast - Add-on KitMECH iDEAS - Project Z & Prototype X - TFCon Exclusive Set of 2 FiguresUnique Toys - War Lord - UT-W03 War BisonTFC Toys - Project Uranos - AV-88 Harrier II ToyWorld - H-01 HardboneToyWorld - H-02 BrainwaveToyWorld - TW-T02 AuroraKFC - CST-03 & CTS-04 Boxbomber Set of B-Box & BirdBomber iGear - MW-06 & MW-07 Mini Warrior - Duneraker & VeeriGear - MW-05 & MW-08 Mini Warrior - Cogz & BushwackerTransformers GT - Super GT - GTR-02 SaberTransformers GT - Super GT - GTR-01 Optimus PrimeTransformers GT - Super GT - GTR-03 MegatronFansproject - Causality CA-09 Car Crash!Fansproject - Causality CA-11 Down ForceFansproject - Causality CA-12 Last ChanceTFC Toys - Hercules - Full Set of 6SR-71 Blackbird - including X-45 Phantom RayTransformers Generations Japan - TG23 Fall of Cybertron - Metroplex_____________________________________________
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