TFsource 5-19 Weekly SourceNews! Masterpiece, Toyworld, TFC and More!

by Jay Cochran
May 19, 2014

Greetings Sourcefans!
We have new preorders on the site like MP-08X Masterpiece King Grimlock - 2nd Production Run, X2 Toys - XT005 Gemini Set of Furrow & Rotor With DKR002, TFC Toys - Project Ares - TFC-04 Aethon, TFC Toys - Prometheus - Warning Line, ToyWorld - TW-01B - Hegemon - 2nd Edition, MMC R-01D Shadow Emissary and we've listed all of the Transformers Age of Extinction - Movie Advanced - Japanese Figures! We also have instock items like KFC - EAVI METAL Phase Three: A - Citizen Stack, Make Toys - Armageddon - Add-on Kit, Unique Toys Soundmixer, TFC Toys - TFC-009 Gear Of War 3, and a restock of the very popular Make Toys - Green Giant and 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. MP-08X Masterpiece King Grimlock - 2nd Production Run Preorder Up!
2. Transformers Age of Extinction - Movie Advanced - Japanese Figures - preorders up!
3. New preorder up - TFC Toys - Prometheus - Warning Line and Ares - Aethon!
4. TW-01B Hegemon 2nd Edition Preorder Update!
5. Now Up For Preorder - R-01D Shadow Emissary!
6. Fanstoys FT-04 Scoria Preorder Update!
7. Make Toys Green Giant Restocked!
8. Warbotron Preorder Update!
9. 3rd Party Customs Update!
10. Unique Toys - New Instock and Restocked Items!
11. TFsource 3rd Annual Spring Cleaning Sale!
12. theToySource Updates!
13. Source Blog Updates!
14. Newest Preorder items at TFsource
15. Newest Instock items at TFsource

1. MP-08X Masterpiece King Grimlock - 2nd Production Run Preorder Up!
Now up for preorder - MP-08X Masterpiece King Grimlock - 2nd Production Run! This limited edition recolor features a more comic accurate rendition of MP-08 Masterpiece Grimlock and has metallic paint applications as shown! Preorder yours at TFSource here:

MP-08X Masterpiece King Grimlock - 2nd Production Run
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
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

2. Transformers Age of Extinction - Movie Advanced - Japanese Figures - preorders up!
Transformers Age of Extinction - Movie Advanced - Japanese Figures - preorders up! Many exclusive recolors, and figures that won't be released in the US market! Preorder yours at TFSource here:

TFsource - Your Source for Transformers Age of Extinction - Movie Advanced - Japanese Figures!

3. New preorder up - TFC Toys - Prometheus - Warning Line and Ares - Aethon!
New preorder up - TFC Toys - Prometheus - Warning Line! Preorder your at TFSource here:

TFC Toys - Prometheus - Warning Line
TFC Toys Aethon - Preorder now up! The 4th mighty combiner figure changes from bull to robot and back! With all 5 figures the mighty project Ares can be formed! Preorder yours here:

TFC Toys - Project Ares - TFC-04 Aethon
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

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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
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

7. Make Toys Green Giant Restocked!
Make Toys Green Giant Restocked! We've restocked a small amount of Make Toys Green Giant instock now here:

Make Toys - Green Giant - Set of 6 Pieces
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

8. 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

9. 3rd Party Customs Update!
New preoder up - X2 Toys - XT005 Gemini Set of Furrow & Rotor With DKR002! This new set of twin figures includes both furrow and rotor one a racecar the other a futuristic jet, plus bonus DKR002 which is a lion that can be used as a hand held weapon as well! Preorder yours at TFSource here:

X2 Toys - XT005 Gemini Set of Furrow & Rotor With DKR002
New preorder up - SXS Citizen Stack Add-on Kit! This add-on kit features 1 new head, 2 changeable faces, and a red helmet for a future release of citizen stack! Featuring sliding glasses, you can finally have six different face of this kit. Preorder yours at TFSource here:

SXS A05 Citizen Stack Upgrade Kit
Now back Instock - 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! You can order on TFsource here:

KFC - EAVI METAL Phase Three: A - Citizen Stack
Now Instock - KFC's Badbat with Gold & Silver radar! Each is limited to 500 pieces, and features a clear case for holding your cassette! These include the original (purple) badbat with either silver or gold radar as well as the black version of badbat. Order 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!
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 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

Fire Fair - FF-01 the King of Fire - MP Grimlock 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

10. Unique Toys - New Instock and Restocked Items!
Now instock - Unique Toys Soundmixer! Order yours at TFSource here:

Unique Toys - Soundmixer
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!

11. 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!
Our featured item this week is e-hobby - Shattered Glass - Soundwave vs. Blaster Giftset with Cassettes! Only $159.95! (Regularly $249.95)

e-hobby - Shattered Glass - Soundwave vs. Blaster Giftset with Cassettes

12. theToySource Updates!
New Preorders up from Kotobukiya! We've just added more preorders up from Kotobukiya including Halo - Master Chief ArtFX Statue, Street Fighter - Bishoujo Chun Li -1/7 Scale Statue, DC Comics - Batgirl -1/7 Scale Statue, Star Wars - ArtFX Darth Maul Light Up -1/7 Scale Statue and Shining Hearts - Amil Manaflare Swimsuit Version -1/7 Scale Statue! Preorder at theToySource here:

theToySource - Your Source for Kotobukiya Statues!
Now up for preorder - SW Black 6" SDCC Exclusive Boba Fett & Han in Carbonite! Pick this piece up for a fraction of the secondary market value, as this one sold out immediately at SDCC last year we were fortunate enough to secure a limited amount of the remaining stock. Preorder yours at the Toysource here:

Star Wars Black Series 2013 - 6'' - SDCC Exclusive - Boba Fett & Han Solo Carbonite
New Hiya Toys Our War - Figure Sets up! Order a full set of either WWII or Air Assault - instock now!

Hiya Toys - 101st Air Assault - Factory Sealed Case of 7
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!

13. Source Blog Updates!

NEW SOURCE ARTICLE! Will it be easy to sell your rare Transformers when the time comes? Source blog | Who will buy my collection
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 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/

14. Newest Preorder items at TFsource

MP-08X Masterpiece King Grimlock - 2nd Production Run

TFC Toys - Prometheus - Warning Line

TFC Toys - Project Ares - TFC-04 Aethon

X2 Toys - XT005 Gemini Set of Furrow & Rotor With DKR002

SXS A05 Citizen Stack Upgrade Kit

FWI-04 - Jetwing Upgrade Kit

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