TFsource 5-12 Weekly SourceNews! ToyWorld, Fans Toys, Hasbro AoE and More!

by Jay Cochran
May 12, 2014

Greetings Sourcefans!
This week we have updates on several highly anticipated figures, like ToyWorld - TW-01B - Hegemon - 2nd Edition and Fanstoys FT-04 Scoria, along with new preorders for Transformers Age of Excintion Hasbro Figures, FWI-04 - Jetwing Upgrade Kit, Transformers Generations - 2014 Million Publishing Exclusive - Trainbot Targetmaster Shouki & Book, MMC R-01D Shadow Emissary! We've also put up preorders for an upcoming restock of both MP-15 - Masterpiece Ravage & Rumble and PE-DX-03 - Motobot - Warden! We also have instock items like Make Toys - Armageddon - Add-on Kit, Unique Toys War Lord, Unique Toys Soundmixer, TFC Toys - TFC-009 Gear Of War 3, and a restock of the very popular Unique Toys Mania King! The TFsource 3rd Annual Spring Cleaning Sale continues with over 200 items up to 75% off. Lots of great deals, deeper discounts taken on many existing sale items! Be sure to visit the Source Blog for our latest Source Articles, Reviews and Interviews! Visit our sister site theToySource.com for non-transformers collectibles! All this and more in this week's SourceNews!

In this issue of SourceNews:
1. TW-01B Hegemon 2nd Edition Preorder Update!
2. Now Up For Preorder - R-01D Shadow Emissary!
3. Fanstoys FT-04 Scoria Preorder Update!
4. Now preorders are up for Transformers Age of Extinction Hasbro figures!
5. New preorder up - Generations Shouki - Million Publishing Exclusive!
6. Now Instock - Make Toys Armageddon Kit!
7. Warbotron Preorder Update!
8. 3rd Party Customs Update!
9. MP-15 Masterpiece Ravage and Frenzy Restock Preorder Up!
10. New preorder up - TFC's Project Ares - TFC-03 Conabus!
11. Unique Toys - New Instock and Restocked Items!
12. TFsource 3rd Annual Spring Cleaning Sale!
13. theToySource Updates!
14. Source Blog Updates!
15. Newest Preorder items at TFsource
16. Newest Instock items at TFsource

1. TW-01B Hegemon 2nd Edition Preorder Update!
Listing now updated! TW-01B is Hegemon 2nd Edition! Toy World has updated that there was some mis-communication in their original solicitation. There is no black version, just the 2nd edition. Updated with all of the revised parts. We will reach out to all customers that preordered the black version regarding swapping the regular version in or canceling their order. If you stacked your order you can easily cancel/reorder if you prefer! Preorders up at TFSource here:

ToyWorld - TW-01B - Hegemon - 2nd Edition
Also up for Preorder from ToyWorld - H-03 Swamper! Due for a late May release, instock early June! Preorder yours at TFSource here:

ToyWorld - H-03 Swamper

2. Now Up For Preorder - R-01D Shadow Emissary!
MMC�s Shadow Emissary features an all new sword, alternate helmet without the mask, and features an all new color scheme. This is a very limited edition release, so make sure to get your preorder in early! Set for a late May/June release. Preorder at TFsource here:

MMC R-01D Shadow Emissary
We've put up some awesome updated photos of Talon! It's been a long wait but the way he turned out he looks amazing! Preorder yours at TFSource here:

Reformatted - R-02 - Talon the Aerial Assaulter
Also up for preorder - Feral Rex's - Tigris! Preorder yours at TFsource here:

Reformatted - R-06 - Tigris the Shock Trooper
Now Instock - Mastermind Creations Reformatted - R-04 - Leo Dux the Squadron Commander! We've also added a review from Peaugh on the site! Check out the review and order here:

Reformatted - R-04 - Leo Dux the Squadron Commander
Also instock from MMC:

Reformatted - R-05 - Fortis the Ground Assaulter

3. Fanstoys FT-04 Scoria Preorder Update!
We've received an update from Fans Toys that Scoria is now rescheduled to a June release. As we find out more details on the shipping schedule we will update everyone so that you can have a more accurate timing for when this highly anticipated piece will be instock! Preorder yours at TFSource here:

Fanstoys FT-04 Scoria
TFSource Sponsored Reviewer Peaugh has got his hands on a baked potato...err early Scoria release! Watch his video on TFSource here: FansToys FT-04 Scoria Simply scroll down the page on TFsource and watch his video!
New Fanstoys FT-05 Soar - Red & Blue Versions - preorders up! Set for a 3rd quarter 2014 release date - preorder yours today and save $10 with early bird pricing if you preorder by May 31st! Also qualifies for FREE US/reduced international shipping at TFsource as an item over $150! Preorder yours here at TFSource:

FansToys FT-05 Soar - Blue Version - Early Bird Save $10

FansToys FT-05T Soar - Red Version - Early Bird Save $10

4. Now preorders are up for Transformers Age of Extinction Hasbro figures!
Now preorders are up for Transformers Age of Extinction Hasbro figures! Deluxe, Voyager and Leader Class are all up for preorder and will be instock soon!

TFsource - Your Source for Transformers Age of Excintion Figures!

5. New preorder up - Generations Shouki - Million Publishing Exclusive!
Generations Shouki pays homage to the Trainbots! Featuring a recolor of the Classics Astrotrain mold and also includes Targetmaster partner Daniel! Preorders for both the Shouki Exclusive and Book are now up! Preorder yours here:

Transformers Generations - 2014 Million Publishing Exclusive - Trainbot

Transformers Generations - 2014 Million Publishing Exclusive - Trainbot Targetmaster Shouki & Book

6. Now Instock - Make Toys Armageddon Kit!
Now Instock - Make toys Armageddon Kit! Order yours at TFsource here:

Make Toys - Armageddon - Add-on Kit
Also Instock - Make Toys Trash Talk & Cogwheels + M.F.B! Order yours at TFSource here:

Make Toys - Manga Mech Series - Trash-Talk & Cogwheel - Set of 2 Figures

Make Toys - M.F.B. - My First Blaster

7. Warbotron Preorder Update!
We've recieved word that the release schedule for Warbotron figures has changed. Basically they re-arranged which figures will be released next. You can preorder at TFsource here:

Warbotron - WB01A - Air Burst

Warbotron - WB01B - Heavy Noisy

Warbotron - WB01C

Warbotron - WB01D

Warbotron - WB01E

8. 3rd Party Customs Update!
New preorder up - FWI-04 - Jetwing Upgrade Kit! Preorder yours at TFsource here:

FWI-04 - Jetwing Upgrade Kit
Now back up for preorder - Perfect Effect's Warden! Preorder yours here:

PE-DX-03 - Motobot - Warden
Now up for preorder - Wi-Con 2014 Exclusive Figure - Bullhorn! Bullhorn is a repainted exclusive, produced by KFC specifically for the 2014 Wi-Con convention! Made in extremely low production numbers! Instock at TFSource shortly, preorder yours today!

KFC - Wi-Con 01 - Bullhorn
Also up for Preorder from KFC customs:
Now back up for Preorder - KFC - EAVI METAL Phase Three: A - Citizen Stack! Matt Booker has put up an amazing review of Citizen Stack! Check it out here: Pictoral Review | Citizen Stack. Be sure to check out the review as there are dozens of great photos on this piece! Although the first run sold out immediately, we have the second run up for preorder at TFSource here:

KFC - EAVI METAL Phase Three: A - Citizen Stack
Now up for Preorder - KFC's KP-06 Hands & Gun Add-On Kits! These sets include a pair of articulated hands & a non-transforming gun scaled to replace those of your Masterpiece Convoy's! Different versions, color-matched for your specific figure: original MP-10, YOTH, HASBRO, or MP-10B! Preorder your sets here:

KFC - KP-06 Hands & Gun Set

KFC - KP-06B Hands & Gun Set

KFC - KP-06YOTH Hands & Gun Set

KFC - KP-06T Hands & Gun Set
Now Available For Preorder: KFC's EAVI METALS Phase Two: Sencho Barbossa, Haiku, & Tsunami! Preorder Yours Now:

KFC - EAVI METAL Phase Two - Set of 3 - Sencho Barbossa Haiku And Tsunami
Now up for preorder - KFC's Badbat with Gold & Silver radar! Each is limited to 500 pieces, and features a clear case for holding your cassette! We've received an update from KFC, on their new badbat listing. They've clarified it includes the original (purple) badbat with either silver or gold radar as well as the black version of badbat. Preorder yours at TFsource here:

KFC Badbat with Gold and Silver Radar
Now up for preorder - Firefair - King of Fire Add-on Kit! Includes flame sword add-on, flaming crown, flame dagger and two flaming fists! Bring the heat to your MP Grimlock figure today (sold separately). Preorder yours from TFSource today!

Fire Fair - FF-01 the King of Fire - MP Grimlock Add-on Kit
Now up for preorder - Fire Fair - King of Evil - Hegemon Add-on kit! Includes two alternate heads for Hegemon and foot plates. Upgrade your Hegemon (sold separately) today with this great add-on kit. Instock later this month! Preorder at TFsource here:

Fire Fair - FF-02 the King of Evil - Hegemon Add-on kit
New Preorder up! Fewture Art Storm - Alpha Trion! Figure stands 145mm / 5.8 inches tall. Features 3 sets of interchangeable hands, 2 different head sculpts, and alternate shoulder parts. Officially licensed Transformers figure. Preorder yours at TFSource here:

Fewture - Art Storm - EX Gohkin - Alpha Trion
Now available for Preorder: Xtransbots' MM-IV Ollie & MM-V Sonic! You can Preorder separately or in a set of 2. The two pack will include a commemorative coin that is not included with individual purchases of either Ollie or Sonic. Preorder here:

Xtransbots - MM-V Sonic

Xtransbots - MM-IV Ollie

Xtransbots - MM-IV Ollie And MM-V Sonic - Set of 2

9. MP-15 Masterpiece Ravage and Frenzy Restock Preorder Up!
MP-15 Masterpiece Ravage and Frenzy restock preorder up! We'll have additional stock of this hard to find set later in the month, preorder yours today! Order yours at TFSource here:

MP-15 - Masterpiece Ravage & Rumble
MP-22 Masterpiece Ultra Magnus - Updated Prototype Photos! We've posted some updated photos of MP-22 Ultra Magnus from Takara! We're awaiting final pricing but it should be $189.99 or less! International shipping on all orders over $150 also reduced! Any preorders will be updated the final price once confirmed! Set currently for a December release date! Preorder yours at TFSource for $189.99 and FREE US shipping here: https://tfsource.com/masterpiece/mp-22-ultramagnus/

MP-22 - Masterpiece Ultra Magnus - with Perfect Edition Trailer
Now Instock - MP-11 - Masterpiece Starscream - Coronation Set - Asia Exclusive Reissue! Those who preordered the March/April shipment also get a bonus coin at no extra charge! Order yours at TFsource here:

MP-11 - Masterpiece Starscream - Coronation Set - Asia Exclusive Reissue
Now instock - MP-12 - Masterpiece Sideswipe - 2nd Production Run! These were just unloaded off the truck but the good news is these also include the collector's coin which is included at no extra charge to customers who order from TFSource! Order yours at TFsource here:

MP-12 - Masterpiece Sideswipe - Lambor - 2nd Production Run
Now Instock - MP-13B Soundblaster & Ratbat! Be sure to check out TFsource Sponsored Reviewer Peaugh's review of MP-13B Soundblaster & Ratbat on TFsource while you're there! Just scroll down the page and click play to watch! Order yours at TFsource here:

MP-13B - Masterpiece Soundblaster with Ratbat
Now up for Preorder - MP-20 Masterpiece Wheeljack! Check out the site for new official photos! Preorder here:

MP-20 - Masterpiece Wheeljack
Now up for preorder - MP-21 - Masterpiece Bumblebee with Coin & Battle Mask! Preorder yours at TFsource here:

MP-21 - Masterpiece Bumblebee - with Coin & Battle Mask
This listing includes the exclusive collector's coin as well as the Battle Mask add-on. If you have already preordered the regular version and want to upgrade please email: customercare@tfsource.com or if you have stacked your bumblebee simply add the mask version to your stack and cancel the regular version! Note: We have a limited supply of this version with battle mask, we will try to accommodate all requests but while supplies last.
You can preorder the regular version here:

MP-21 - Masterpiece Bumblebee
Now instock - MP-08 Masterpiece Grimlock reissue! $199.95 + FREE US SHIPPING on this big guy! International customers also get reduced shipping costs. Includes bonus Flame Sword add-on, crown and collector's coin! Order yours at TFsource here:

MP-08 Masterpiece Grimlock - Asia Exclusive with Flame Sword & Crown Coin
Watch TFsource Sponsored Reviewer Peaugh's review of MP-08 Masterpiece Grimlock Reissue on TFsource here: MP-08 Masterpiece Grimlock - Asia Exclusive with Flame Sword & Crown Simply scroll down the page and click play to watch the review - Flame Sword On!
Now up for preorder - MP-14 Masterpiece Red Alert - 2nd Production Run! No info if this piece will vary from the first at all, most likely it will be the same. Available late in 2014! Preorder yours at TFsource here:

MP-14 - Masterpiece Red Alert - 2nd Production Run
After a bit of a delay we now have instock the Guilty Punishment add-on kit for MP-17 and MP-18! This kit includes a lot of cool bonus parts for your Masterpiece Prowl & Bluestreak including an antenna add-on for Prowl! MP-17 and MP-18 are sold separately! We hope to have some in-hand pics of this set up shortly. Instock at TFsource here:

G-07 - Punishment - Add on Kit

10. New preorder up - TFC's Project Ares - TFC-03 Conabus!
New preorder up - TFC's Project Ares - TFC-03 Conabus! Preorder yours at TFsource here:

TFC Toys - Project Ares - TFC-03 Conabus
Now Instock - TFC Toys Gears of War 3! This figure can be disassembled into several add-ons and guns that Generations Metroplex (sold separately) can use! Order yours at TFSource here:

TFC Toys - TFC-009 Gear Of War 3
Now back instock - Rage of Hercules Set! We know many missed out on this from the original run and secondary market prices were extremely high. Pick it up now for the original price. Additionally we have sets of Hercules instock here: TFC Toys - Hercules - Full Set of 6 that the Rage set goes perfect with! Order yours at TFsource here:

TFC Toys - TFC-007 - Rage of Hercules Add-on Kit

11. Unique Toys - New Instock and Restocked Items!
Unique Toys War Lord - Now Instock and on sale! War Lord is scaled to Hercules size, and when combined is truly impressive to behold! Get all 5 figures for $359.95 + FREE US/Reduced International shipping here:

Unique Toys - War Lord - Full Set of 5 Figures
Also instock - Unique Toys Soundmixer! Order yours at TFSource here:

Unique Toys - Soundmixer
TFSource Sponsored Reviewer Peaugh has put up a review of Unique Toys Soundmixer! Watch it on TFsource here: Unique Toys - Soundmixer Simply scroll down the page to watch.
Now back instock - Unique Toys Mania King! One of the most popular 3rd party figures of this year, he's been very hard to keep instock but we've been fortunate enough to pick up more stock. Order yours at TFsource here:

Unique Toys - Mania King - Messiah
Now up for preorder - Unique Toys - UT-D01 Salmoore! This figure transforms from motorcycle to robot and back, more details to come! Preorder yours at TFSource here:

Unique Toys - UT-D01 Salmoore
Now back instock - UT's Sharky set! Order yours 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

12. TFsource 3rd Annual Spring Cleaning Sale!
The TFsource 3rd Annual Spring Cleaning Sale continues with over 200 items up to 75% off, plus we've added a whole slew of new FREEBIES for those with Source Points burning a hole in your account. Lots of great deals, deeper discounts taken on many existing sale items, and already many customers are jumping on the sale so don't delay!

TFsource 3rd Annual Spring Cleaning Sale!
This week we announced the new preorder of Transformers Generations - 2014 Million Publishing Exclusive - Trainbot Targetmaster Shouki & Book, so our featured sale item this week is Transformers Generations - 2012 Million Publishing Exclusive - Artfire! You can now get Artfire for only $90.00! (Reg. 139.95)

Transformers Generations - 2012 Million Publishing Exclusive - Artfire

13. theToySource Updates!
New Bandai Preorders Up! We've added several new Bandai Tamashii preorders to the site including Metal Build - Freedom Gundam, Saint Seiya - Myth Cloth EX - Libra Dohko and Cygnus Hyoga, Kamen Rider - Garren & Red Rhombus, Wizard Flame Style and Hibiki, Robot Spirits Damashii - L-Gaim Mk-II, Doraemon and Auge, Sailor Moon Saturn, and more!

theToySource - Your Source for Bandai Tamashii figures!
Now Instock - Game of Thrones Legacy Collection Series 1 Figures! Order yours at theToySource here:

theToySource - Your Source for Game of Thrones Legacy Collection Figures!
Funko unveiled the series 2 figures of Game of Thrones! Preorder yours at theToySource here:

theToySource - Your Source for Funko Game of Thrones Figures!
Now up for preorder - Lost Planet 4" Figures & Vehicle by Toy Notch! We showcased this highly detailed line of 4" figures at Joecon 2014 and the response was fantastic! Many great figures for troop building and the GTF-13M Evax vehicle is up for preorder as well! Preorder yours at theToySource here:

theToySource - Your Source for Lost Planet Figures and Vehicles by Toy Notch!
New preorders up - Hiya Toys 4" 3-3/4" Scale Aliens Lurker & Soldier Figures!
Each figure stands approximately 4" tall, includes an egg, facehugger and 3 sets of hands! Have aliens battling it out with your other 3-3/4" figures today! Preorder yours at theToySource here:

Hiya Toys 4" 3-3/4" Scale Aliens Lurker & Soldier Figures
Now up for preorder - Star Wars 6" black series 4!
This assortment includes Boba Fett, Stormtrooper, Clone Trooper and Anakin Skywalker - definitely a wave not to be missed! Preorder yours at theToySource here:

Star Wars Black Series 4 - 6'' - Case of 4
My Little Pony at theToySource!
Any My Little Pony fans/collectors out there? We've started to add some of the more recent Pony items to the site, check them out here:

theToySource - Your Source for My Little Pony!
New Kotobukiya Preorders Up!
Now up for preorder - Kotobukiya - Freddy VS Jason - Miss Freddy - Bishoujo 1/7 Scale Statue! A new direction for the popular Bishoujo statue line, the figure stands approximately 250mm tall and is Pre-Painted made of PVC & ABS. Preorder yours at theToySource here:

Kotobukiya - Freddy VS Jason - Miss Freddy - Bishoujo 1/7 Scale Statue
Also up for preorder - Kotobukiya - Star Wars Han Solo & Chewbacca ARTFX+ 1/10 Scale Statue! Stands approximately 330mm tall and features Han and Chewy in their iconic pose side-by-side! Statue is pre-painted PVC, due out in October! Preorder yours here:

Han Solo & Chewbacca ARTFX+ 1/10 Scale Statue
GIJOEcon 2014 Exclusives at theToySource! Thanks to those that stopped by our booth at GIJOE Con 2014! We have just added GIJOE Con 2014 Exclusives to the site here:

theToySource - Your Source for GIJOE Con 2014 Exclusives!

14. Source Blog Updates!

NEW SOURCE ARTICLE! Nothing beats seeing a toy in the flesh, featuring MP10B, Warden, Citizen Stack & Leo Dux Source Blog | In The Flesh
NEW SOURCE ARTICLE! Did you realise that Car Robots/RiD is now almost as old as G1 was when CR/RiD first came out? Source Blog | Blast From The Past
NEW SOURCE INTERVIEW! Rein den Hengst from Holland takes us through his TF history and stunning collection Collector Interview | Rein Den Hengst
NEW SOURCE ARTICLE! Have you ever experienced any of these Transformers collecting pitfalls? Source Blog | Pitfalls
NEW SOURCE REVIEW! G-07 Punishment Add-on Kit!
https://tfsource.com/blog/tfsource-reviews-g-07-punishment-add-on-kit/
Many have been asking what all is included with this add-on set, check out the full review to see all that is included! Instock now at TFSource here: https://tfsource.com/guilty/g07-punishment/

15. Newest Preorder items at TFsource

FWI-04 - Jetwing Upgrade Kit

ToyWorld - TW-01B - Hegemon - 2nd Edition

Transformers Generations - 2014 Million Publishing Exclusive - Trainbot

Transformers Generations - 2014 Million Publishing Exclusive - Trainbot Targetmaster Shouki & Book

PE-DX-03 - Motobot - Warden

MMC R-01D Shadow Emissary

MP-15 - Masterpiece Ravage & Rumble

Warbotron - WB01A - Air Burst

Warbotron - WB01B - Heavy Noisy

Warbotron - WB01C

Warbotron - WB01D