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| Posted on 11-19-2009 at 07:24 PM by Shin Densetsu |  IDW's The TRANSFORMERS #1 Sells Out
Second printing of new ongoing TRANSFORMERS comics
available December 2nd
San Diego, CA (November 19, 2009) – The new TRANSFORMERS comics era has begun! After just one day in stores, The TRANSFORMERS #1 is already sold out through Diamond, and IDW Publishing will rush its inaugural ongoing comic to a second printing. Under license from Hasbro, Inc., the second printing of The TRANSFORMERS #1 will be available in comic stores on December 2nd, featuring a new cover by series artist Don Figueroa.
The first ongoing TRANSFORMERS comic series in five years, The TRANSFORMERS is a must-read for old and new fans. The TRANSFORMERS #1 starts the series off with two huge events – the death of IRONHIDE and subsequent resignation of OPTIMUS PRIME, the heroic leader of the AUTOBOTS.
“Launching an ongoing series based on a world-wide franchise like Hasbro’s TRANSFORMERS brand is not something we take lightly,” said Andy Schmidt, IDW’s TRANSFORMERS editor. “We know we have to make every issue count so that our readers are getting a great read every time and that our retailer partners are assured that they’ve got a product they can sell month after month. And this second printing is evidence that Mike and Don have succeeded at delivering exactly that.”
The TRANSFORMERS is helmed by Mike Costa (G.I.JOE: COBRA) with art and covers by returning, artistic dynamo Don Figueroa. The ongoing series is also the launching point for two new miniseries, TRANSFORMERS: BUMBLEBEE and TRANSFORMERS: Last Stand of the WRECKERS, debuting in December and January, respectively.
The TRANSFORMERS #1 (second printing, 32 pages, $3.99) will be available on December 2nd. Diamond order code #OCT09 8086. | | | Views: 2,068 |  | | Posted on 11-18-2009 at 04:16 PM by Shin Densetsu | 
OPTIMUS PRIME Resigns in New Comic Series
First ongoing comic series in five years begins new era for TRANSFORMERS
San Diego, CA (November 18, 2009) – The TRANSFORMERS enter a new and incredible era as IDW launches its inaugural ongoing comic series, expanding the company’s already impressive collection of TRANSFORMERS comics. Under license from Hasbro, The TRANSFORMERS starts off with two huge events – the death of IRONHIDE and subsequent resignation of OPTIMUS PRIME, the heroic leader of the AUTOBOTS.
“It’s simple and awesome at the same time. If you’ve never read a TRANSFORMERS comic, now’s the time,” said IDW’s TRANSFORMERS editor, Andy Schmidt. “The TRANSFORMERS takes your favorite characters and casts them in new and different ways that every fan can follow and will enjoy.”
In The TRANSFORMERS #1, the AUTOBOTS attempt a daring rescue mission that goes horribly wrong and OPTIMUS PRIME is forced to ask if the TRANSFORMERS have brought more harm than good to Earth. IRONHIDE’s death is the final straw for this noble leader, who turns himself in to the human authorities, leaving the AUTOBOTS leaderless.
The TRANSFORMERS is the first ongoing series in five years, and launches fan-favorite characters into new territory. Critically acclaimed writer Mike Costa (G.I. JOE: COBRA) helms this exciting new series, with intense and action-packed art by superstar Don Figueroa.
To help TRANSFORMERS fans rejoin the world of comics, IDW is also releasing TRANSFORMERS: Continuum, written by Schmidt himself. This special 32-page, ad-free book is now available in stores and runs through all the fun and excitement of the last five years worth of stories that paved the way for the new journey to begin.
The TRANSFORMERS is so action-packed, IDW has created two thrilling new miniseries accompanying the ongoing series to fit it all in: TRANSFORMERS: BUMBLEBEE and TRANFORMERS: Last Stand of the WRECKERS, debuting in December and January, respectively.
The TRANSFORMERS #1 (32 pages, $3.99) is now available in stores. Diamond order codes #SEP09 0852.
TRANSFORMERS: Continuum (32 pages, ad free, $3.99) is now available in stores. Diamond order codes #SEP09 0849.
TRANSFORMERS: BUMBLEBEE #1 (of 4; 32 pages, $3.99) will be available in stores in December. Diamond order code #OCT09 0954.
TRANSFORMERS: Last Stand of the WRECKERS #1 (of 5; $3.99, 32 page color) will be available in stores in January. Diamond order code #NOV09 0819. | | | Views: 5,181 | | | Posted on 11-17-2009 at 06:36 PM by Sol Fury | 
Chris Ryall has updated his blog, Ryalltime, with covers to the Transformers Comics being published in February 2010. On show are the covers to Transformers: Last Stand of the Wreckers #2, and the cover to the ongoing Transformers series, #4. These are the alternate covers by Hutchison and Wildman respectively. Be warned the cover to Transformers Ongoing #4 could be considered a spoiler, so if you do not want to be spoiled, do not click on the link above or the title of this story to see both of the covers.
Also don't forget that you can pick up the first issue of the all-new Transformers Ongoing series in comic shops everywhere tomorrow, Wednesday 18th of November.
| | Credit: Dys of the 2005 Boards! | Views: 1,816 | | | Posted on 11-15-2009 at 11:26 AM by Sol Fury | 
Andy Schmidt, IDW Publishing’s senior editor overseeing the Transformers series (as well as Star Trek and GI Joe), recently sat down with us to talk about the upcoming Transformers ongoing series, his history with the franchise and his work in the comics industry as a whole. He also takes some time out to address some of the concerns fans have raised about the artistic direction of the series, assuring us that other artists and styles being used on the Transformers books, and the potential benefits that the shift to an ongoing format will bring with it.
Check out the full interview by clicking here, and don’t forget to pick up the first issue of the new ongoing series when it hits comic stores this Wednesday, 18 November.
Myself and the rest of the TFW staff would like to once again thank Andy for taking the time out to talk to us.
| | | Views: 1,104 | | | Posted on 11-14-2009 at 05:57 PM by Sol Fury |  Previews have posted an eight page preview of the upcoming Transformers Ongoing (out this Wednesday). Take an advanced sneak peak at how this new chapter in the ongoing Transformers mythology starts by clicking on the link above, and then share your initial thoughts by clicking on the discuss button!
| | Credit: Master Fwiffo of the 2005 Boards! | Views: 2,329 | | | Posted on 11-12-2009 at 01:42 PM by XJunky |  Transformers Ongoing #1
transformers Ongoing #1 10 Copy Doyle Incentive
transformers Ongoing #1 20 Copy All Hail Megatron Gallery incentive | | Credit: D-Drive of the 2005 Boards! | Views: 2,018 | | | Posted on 11-10-2009 at 06:52 PM by Shin Densetsu |  TRANSFORMERS in Space
New comics miniseries launches in January
Rounds out trifecta of new TRANSFORMERS comics
San Diego, CA (November 10, 2009) – The TRANSFORMERS action just keeps coming, as IDW introduces a third new series in January - TRANSFORMERS: Last Stand of the WRECKERS. Under license from Hasbro, Inc., IDW explores yet another action-packed storyline, following the AUTOBOTS special operations crew on a mission to space to confront a new foe.
Fan-favorite writer and artist Nick Roche helms this five-issue series, which spins out of IDW's new ongoing TRANSFORMERS series. This story line gives fans a taste of what's been happening off of Earth as the WRECKERS investigate a prison planet that fell to the evil DECEPTICONS three years ago.
“TRANSFORMERS fans craving that outer-space action need look no further,” said IDW editor Andy Schmidt. “WRECKERS is straight science fiction and action—robots in space with the highest of stakes! But don’t look for all cheery fun and games here. It’s not called ‘Last Stand’ for nothing!”
TRANSFORMERS: Last Stand of the WRECKERS plots a course to a prison planet conquered by the DECEPTICONS during the war on Earth. With no communication in three years, the WRECKERS face an unknown foe, who just might tear SPRINGER, KUP, and their cadre of AUTOBOT heroes apart. Roche and All Hail Megatron’s Trevor Hutchison will provide covers.
TRANSFORMERS: Last Stand of the WRECKERS rounds out IDW’s new trifecta of TRANSFORMERS comics, which starts with the new TRANSFORMERS ongoing series on November 18th and includes TRANSFORMERS: BUMBLEBEE, coming in December.
“While TRANSFORMERS the ongoing series and TRANSFORMERS: BUMBLEBEE are both firmly rooted on Terra Firma, Last Stand of the WRECKERS gives fans a good indication of the impact the end of the AUTOBOT vs. DECEPTICON war is having on the rest of the TRANSFORMERS universe,” added Schmidt. “There is something great for every TRANSFORMERS fan right now in the IDW line-up of TRANSFORMERS comics.”
The TRANSFORMERS #1 ($3.99, 32 page color) will be available in stores on November 18, 2009. Diamond order code #SEP09 0852.
TRANSFORMERS: BUMBLEBEE #1 (of 4; $3.99, 32 page color) will be available in stores in December. Diamond order code #OCT09 0954.
TRANSFORMERS: Last Stand of the WRECKERS #1 (of 5; $3.99, 32 page color) will be available in stores in January. Diamond order code #NOV09 0819.
Visit IDWPublishing.com to learn more about the company and its top-selling books.
About IDW Publishing
IDW is an award-winning publisher of comic books, graphic novels and trade paperbacks, based in San Diego, California. Renowned for its diverse catalog of licensed and independent titles, IDW publishes some of the most successful and popular titles in the industry, including: Hasbro's The Transformers and G.I. JOE, Paramount's Star Trek; Fox's Angel; the BBC's Doctor Who; and television's #1 prime time series CBS' CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. IDW is also home to the Library of American Comics imprint, which publishes classic comic reprints; Yoe! Books, a partnership with Yoe! Studios; and is the print publisher for ComicMix.
IDW's original horror series, 30 Days of Night, was launched as a major motion picture in October 2007 by Sony Pictures and was the #1 film in its first week of release. More information about the company can be found at IDWPublishing.com.
About Hasbro
Hasbro, Inc. (NYSE:HAS) is a worldwide leader in children’s and family leisure time products and services with a rich portfolio of brands and entertainment properties that provides some of the highest quality and most recognizable play and recreational experiences in the world. As a brand-driven, consumer-focused global company, Hasbro brings to market a range of toys, games and licensed products, from traditional to high-tech and digital, under such powerful brand names as TRANSFORMERS, PLAYSKOOL, TONKA, MILTON BRADLEY, PARKER BROTHERS, CRANIUM and WIZARDS OF THE COAST. Come see how we inspire play through our brands at http://www.hasbro.com. © 2009 Hasbro, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
| | | Views: 2,583 | | | Posted on 11-07-2009 at 03:21 PM by Sol Fury |  BZZURKK has posted a five page preview of Transformers Continuum, due to hit Newsstands on this coming Wednesday November 11th. This special issue offers a definitive chronology of IDW's Transformers books to date. It recaps everything that has happened in Transformers to date, from the original Transformers Infiltration miniseries and Megatron Origin all the way up to the end of the recent All Hail Megatron. If you have come in late, or if you want to refresh your memories of these earlier adventures, then this is the book for you! For the time being, check out these preview pages by clicking the link above.
| | Credit: statuesorbust of the 2005 Boards! | Views: 3,593 | | | Posted on 11-06-2009 at 01:18 PM by XJunky | 
As stated in an earlier news post, Transformers Comic Artist Andrew Wildman has put up an auction for the cover art to issue #74 of Marvel's Transformers comic. You may view the auction here.
| | | Views: 1,183 | | | Posted on 11-05-2009 at 03:46 PM by XJunky | 
Here's the official list of Transformers related items to be shipping from Diamond Comic Distributors for release next Wednesday, November 11th.
TRANSFORMERS BEST O/T UK CITY OF FEAR TP
TRANSFORMERS BEST O/T UK PREY #4 (OF 5)
TRANSFORMERS CONTINUUM (ONE-SHOT)
TRANSFORMERS MOVIE VOYAGER AF ASST 200904 (contains Longhaul x2 and Grindor x 2)
| | Credit: D-Drive of the 2005 Boards! | Views: 1,828 | | | Posted on 11-04-2009 at 08:54 PM by soundwaveCA |  Comic Book Resource has posted an exclusive 3 page preview of the upcoming Transformers Generation 1 issue #1 due out November 18 from IDW. Taking place after the events of the All Hail Megatron series this new ongoing series will start off with art by fan favorite Transformers artist Don Figueroa and writer Mike Costa.
Be warned however as this preview contains major spoilers. To check out this preview click the title bar above or discuss button below.
| | Credit: King Henrik of the 2005 Boards! | Views: 5,137 | | | Posted on 10-25-2009 at 08:26 PM by Sol Fury | 
IDW Publishing have posted their January 2010 Transformers comics solicitations on their forum. January 2010 is shaping up to be a busy month for Transformers comics, with Transformers: Last Stand of the Wreckers #1, Transformers: Bumblebee #2, Transformers: The Ongoing Mission #3, Transformers: Tales of the Fallen #6 all hitting the stands alongside the Transformers: All Hail Megatron, Vol. 4 trade paperback and Transformers Animated Vol. 13 which collects the episodes A Bridge too Close: Parts 1 and 2.
Want to find out what you have to look forward to in these books? Then click on the link above to read more, but beware, because there are spoilers!
| | Credit: Predakwon of the 2005 Boards! | Views: 1,592 | | | Posted on 10-24-2009 at 03:27 PM by Sol Fury | 
Simon Furman has updated his blog site with a script wrap for Transformers Nefarious issue #1, due out sometime next year. The Revenge of the Fallen sequel miniseries is slated to last for six issues, and spins out of the story in November's Tales of the Fallen Issue 5. Without spoiling too much, he says that the story will involve a new global conspiracy, four new toy Autobots making their debut, and four all-new Decepticon agents created specially for the story.
Read the whole post by clicking on the link above, and then talk about it on our 2005 Boards.
| | Credit: NIBMRatchet of the 2005 Boards! | Views: 4,158 | | | Posted on 10-22-2009 at 08:52 AM by XJunky | 
Here's the official list of Transformers related items to be shipping from Diamond Comic Distributors for release next Wednesday, October 28th.
TRANSFORMERS ALL HAIL MEGATRON TP VOL 03 19.99 | | Credit: D-Drive of the 2005 Boards! | Views: 2,256 | | | Posted on 10-21-2009 at 10:03 AM by Fosterlager | 
Generation One comic artist Andrew Wildman has posted an update on his facebook page today announcing the upcoming eBay auctions for most of his old Transformers cover art from the end of the USA's G1 run in 1990 and 1991. This includes the cover for issue #73 at left, when Primus finally awoke and called all Transformers back to Cybertron for the final showdown against Unicron!
Stay tuned and we will let you know when the auctions go live and maybe you can have a piece of TF history!
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