Transformers comics

[nite-owl]

The new movie really got me interested in Transformers again and I was wondering what are some good Transformers comics?

[spidergrant]

im not sure ive never read the comics but i heard somewhere that all the comics are just like the g1 show. if you want to watch the show just go to youtube and type in transformers ep 1 and stuff like that

[megatron01]

The new movie really got me interested in Transformers again and I was wondering what are some good Transformers comics?
All of them are good(old dreamwaves & IDWs). Order them in amazon.com as TPB to be cheaper.

[nite-owl]

Thanks for the help. If it's not to much trouble could someone post a link to something that will have the TBP in order please?

[megatron01]

go to amazon.com select: books and search Transformers:

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_b/105-1913531-5070022?initialSearch=1&url=search-alias%3Dstripbooks&field-keywords=transformers&Go.x=15&Go.y=11

[megatron01]

the latest TPB current series from IDW right now is:

#1 TF:Infiltration
#2 TF:Stormbringer
#3 TF:Escalation

TF: devastation is still in the series comic issues.

[Dedpool]

the latest TPB current series from IDW right now is:

#1 TF:Infiltration
#2 TF:Stormbringer
#3 TF:Escalation

TF: devastation is still in the series comic issues.

Man, I need to do some catching up.

[megatron01]

don't forget the TF: spotlight, too and the current TF vs GI Joe crossover that has some really good art.

http://www.amazon.com/G-I-Joe-Vs-Transformers-Graphic/dp/1932796649/ref=pd_bbs_3/105-1913531-5070022?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1186176811&sr=1-3

[Spider-Bat]

Anybody check out the Avengers/Transformers comic crossover team-up?

It's really good, a fun read.

Good artwork, the covers are done in a dumb manga style but the inside art is good. actually the first cover didn't look manga. the second does somewhat and the third will look like that garbage.

2 issues so far.


Light Spoilers ahead...
Decepticons are trying to start a war between Latveria and its neighboring country and they want to use Earth's SuperHeroes' powers to energize themselves.

[Syn (Mercenary)]

Beast Wars The Gathering, a four issue miniseries last year.
Beast Wars The Acending, a new four or five issue miniseries coming out this year.
Megatron Origins, a new comic series currently ongoing right now.
Transformers movie adaptation, four issue miniseries for the movie.
Transformers Movie Prequel, four issue miniseries about the events for TFs leading up to the movie.

I reccomend each of these, so be sure to check them out. :up:

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

Are the TF comics worth reading? Thinking of getting a few to satiate my TF lust until the DVD comes out.

[Syn (Mercenary)]

Are the TF comics worth reading? Thinking of getting a few to satiate my TF lust until the DVD comes out.
:wow:

Yes they are worth reading Dammit! Now go get em!

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

im not sure ive never read the comics but i heard somewhere that all the comics are just like the g1 show. if you want to watch the show just go to youtube and type in transformers ep 1 and stuff like that


Their nothing like the G1 show.Their more indepth story telling and many of the charters are 100% different.The Dinobots are a prime exsample of this.In all the Comics they came from Cybertron at 1 point or an other in the show they were created on earth.

[nite-owl]

Are the old Marvel and Dreamwaves comics anygood?

[spidergrant]

i want to read the dreamwave g1 comics but i know it never had a good ending cause dreamwave went bankrupt

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

Are the old Marvel and Dreamwaves comics anygood?

I would say yes to both.The Marvel could be a bit geared twards children at times but it was still good....and you should try the Marvel U.K. run as well.

[deepex]

The old Marvel UK stories were awesome. I Know IDW are planning on reprinting the old Dinobot stories which were really good and they recently reprinted the Target 2006 story.

Also the new IDW Gen 1 stories are a whole new take on the story so would be a good run to get on board with.

If you want more of the Movie stories then they have done a prequal and plan on doing more stories as well.

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

The old Marvel UK stories were awesome. I Know IDW are planning on reprinting the old Dinobot stories which were really good and they recently reprinted the Target 2006 story.

Also the new IDW Gen 1 stories are a whole new take on the story so would be a good run to get on board with.

If you want more of the Movie stories then they have done a prequal and plan on doing more stories as well.

They already started.......I picked up the first one last week.

[Syn (Mercenary)]

Awsome. We now have the official TF thread. O think I'll post reviews for each TF comic I read. Anyone like the idea?

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

im not sure ive never read the comics but i heard somewhere that all the comics are just like the g1 show. if you want to watch the show just go to youtube and type in transformers ep 1 and stuff like that

I dont know what you heard or from where.........but none of the comics ar like the show.Even that Marvel U.S. G1 run was greared twards older readers.The Marvel U.K. run even more so.And both DW and IDW have marketed twards older readers with long plot lines and interweving stories.

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

Beast Wars The Acending, a new four or five issue miniseries coming out this year.
:up:

The first issue came out on Wensday and it was great.

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

Are the old Marvel and Dreamwaves comics anygood?

The DW minies should be a deff for you.The ongoing got cut short because DW went bankrutp.Make sure you get the first "Transformers the War Withen" minni series.......it was asome:trans:

[spidergrant]

i bought beast wars the gathering on ebay from some company on thwere and they say there out of stock and that they are getting a new order but its been a long time since ive gotten any news

[Syn (Mercenary)]

The first issue came out on Wensday and it was great.
Read it. ;) :up:

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

Read it. ;) :up:

So give me your thoughts:trans:

[Syn (Mercenary)]

When I return later, I will post some reviews on a few TF comics. :up:

[Syn (Mercenary)]

Syn's Matrix

Hey there, Transformers. It's Syn here, givin you the low down on Beast Wars Acending #1. As you know, I am an avid Transformer Fan, and have been collecting these Transformers Comics for a few years. Ever since the show and the toys back in the 90's, I have been a Transformerfanatic. I can't get enough. I find it my duty to spread the good word of these comics, so others can get in on the fun as I have. Thats why I have started, "Syn's Matrix" ,where I will give my reviews on various Transformers comics. I hope you enjoy it, and find my reviews helpful.

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x90/Edge_027/Beast%20Wars/BW3.jpg

Ok, onto Beast Wars Acending #1

Great Art is what I have to say to start. I really can't imagine a better artist for Transformers then Don Figueroa. He draws in a way that combines the old Beast Wars TV show, and that of the Japenese Beast Wars II and Neo in such a way that at times, you feel like you are watching an actual episode.

Ok, I will start by saying I have noticed that a lot of the IDW Transformers books tend to be difficult to follow because of how much information they cram into one issue. I take it at face value. It is understandable and the story still flows beautifully. Its just at times, I feel I must flip back and forth between pages to make sure I understood what happened.

Spoilers Ahead!!!

On to the plot. Beast Wars Acending opens with a Civil War of Maximals versus Predacons on Cybertron. The almighty former Predacon General Magmatron watches from a limbo as the planet of Cybertron explodes into nothingness. As he watches Cybertron's doom in the present, he realizes that he must do something to stop the doom of his homeworld. He conjures a plan to go into the past, and find an old foe in hopes of teaming up with him to save Cybertron. As he leaves, we are shown the shadowy figure of a deadly foe. One that most TF fans don't know. He has been called the most powerful of Cybertron, and his body contains some of the entity that is Unicron. I won't say anymore.

On Earth, in the year 70,000 BC, the Maximals have been rebuilding and waiting for rescue. There has been no reply from the stress beacon they sent out in Gathering, and they are all growing weary. As Grimlock roams the jungle, he stumbles upon a Decepticon infiltration party. As he engages them, they activate previously planted mines inside the Maximal base, and a new battle begins. as the Decepticons begin their war with the weary Maximals, it is revealed that field commander Ravage has taken up the position of Leader amongst the Decepticons. He infiltrates the base, and comes across Razorbeast. Meer seconds before slicing Razorbeast's head in two, Snarl saves Razorbeast, allowing him to imobilize Ravage.

In the past only a few by years from the past Earth (I know, confusing ain't it?) Magmatron changes history, and allows the Maximal distress beacon to reach Cybertron. The call is received by none nther than Razorbeast's old friend and leader, Lio Convoy. Lio gets his team ready, and takes "The Pack" on a journey to the Past.

Meanwhile, the heralds of a god on Cybertron gather, as their master reawakens. He rises from his slumber. his power eminating from his body in huge beams of energy. His name is Shokaract, and as he rises, his heralds fall down, and bow to their, "god."

Simon Furman is an amazing writer, and really brings depth to these characters, which it difficult to do given the number of the transformers used in this comic.

Overall, I give the issue 8.5 out of 10.

Spoiler's End!!!

So thats the issue. Look here for more, "Syn's Matrix" soon for an overview of the entire series of Megatron Origins and Beast Wars the Gathering. Also, be here for my reviews for the Marvel Transformers Series, Transformers Movie Prequel and Movie Adaptation, and any other Transformers Comics soon to come. As always, this is for the fans, so if you have any feedback, ideas, or anything, give me a pm, or just say it here. :up:

---Syn Out---

[spidergrant]

can you review beast wars the gathering because i got this book that says beast wars the gathering on the front and on the side its says manga. the book is kind of smal like maybe a little smaller than a dvd case. so can someone tell me what happens in beast wars the gathering so il know i have the right book. and whats with beast wars ascending. are there 2 issues out cause i went to a comic book store and bought two comics. one had the maximals on it and said issue A and the other had the predacons and said issue B

[Syn (Mercenary)]

can you review beast wars the gathering because i got this book that says beast wars the gathering on the front and on the side its says manga. the book is kind of smal like maybe a little smaller than a dvd case. so can someone tell me what happens in beast wars the gathering so il know i have the right book. and whats with beast wars ascending. are there 2 issues out cause i went to a comic book store and bought two comics. one had the maximals on it and said issue A and the other had the predacons and said issue B
Ah, my faithful TF comic lover. The answer is simple.

With every Transformer comic, many covers are made. These covers are labeled A-D. The issue numbers are labeled above it under IDW's logo. The Predacon and Maximal cover are both Issue 1, just with different covers.

Beast Wars Acending 2 has Lio Convoy and "The Pack" decending from the sky.

I will review Beast Wars Gathering soon. As far as I know, Beast Wars Gathering and Beast Wars Gathering Manga are the same. One is just smaller.

Edit:
Here's a picture for reference.

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x90/Edge_027/Beast%20Wars/BWExample.jpg

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

can you review beast wars the gathering because i got this book that says beast wars the gathering on the front and on the side its says manga. the book is kind of smal like maybe a little smaller than a dvd case. so can someone tell me what happens in beast wars the gathering so il know i have the right book. and whats with beast wars ascending. are there 2 issues out cause i went to a comic book store and bought two comics. one had the maximals on it and said issue A and the other had the predacons and said issue B

What it sounds like you got is a paperback re-printing done in the Japanese style of books.The newer comics have been reprinted for the Japanese market and are being done in both English and Japanese.Some stores like Target have been carring these latly.Sometimes they have 2 issues reprinted into one manga.Sometimes they are also Black and White.The stories are the same.

[spidergrant]

jeeze im am mad now that i bought 2 of the same comics. i think the front page of it was different. but that is stupid that is just stupid of them to do cause theyll know alout of people will buy the more than 1 one of the same comic thinking there different

[Syn (Mercenary)]

jeeze im am mad now that i bought 2 of the same comics. i think the front page of it was different. but that is stupid that is just stupid of them to do cause theyll know alout of people will buy the more than 1 one of the same comic thinking there different
Not if you look, dude. I did the same thing for BW Gathering. All the issues I got doubles or triples. I love the different covers. They allow you a chance to get the cover you like best. You just gotta look and not grab it hastily. :up: No offense to you.

[spidergrant]

well i could swear the first page was different and that why i got both. but can you review beat wars the gatheriing. even though i read it id like to read your review

[Syn (Mercenary)]

well i could swear the first page was different and that why i got both. but can you review beat wars the gatheriing. even though i read it id like to read your review
Wow, first fan perhaps? :woot: I'll get right on it. :up:

[spidergrant]

the only things i have bad ro say is. well its not its fault really. but the cover i have of the manga book shows the season 1 beast wars but it wasnt but i cant blame it for what its not. the only other bad thing was there were a ton of transformers you see and you dont get to find out there or anything. but i guess they were just supposed to be armies so they dont have to identify every soldier

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

the only things i have bad ro say is. well its not its fault really. but the cover i have of the manga book shows the season 1 beast wars but it wasnt but i cant blame it for what its not. the only other bad thing was there were a ton of transformers you see and you dont get to find out there or anything. but i guess they were just supposed to be armies so they dont have to identify every soldier

These books are incorparating characters from both Japanese Beast Wars show's.There will be many characters you've never seen but with simular designs to those that you have.

[Syn (Mercenary)]

Alright, review goin up as soon as I return. :up:

[spidergrant]

and did ramulous die. after he falls from the cliff you see him laying next to a fire and he looks like hes alive i guess. but you never see him after that

[Syn (Mercenary)]

and did ramulous die. after he falls from the cliff you see him laying next to a fire and he looks like hes alive i guess. but you never see him after that
Ok, review goin up within the hour. (I hope) But as for that, he is in Acending 1, so no he doesn't die.

Still want the review, yes?

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

Ok, review goin up within the hour. (I hope) But as for that, he is in Acending 1, so no he doesn't die.

Still want the review, yes?

I wouldnt mind seeing it so post it.

[Syn (Mercenary)]

Does anyone like the concept of me posting TF reviews?

[Syn (Mercenary)]

Syn's Matrix

Hey all. Welcome back to Syn’s Matrix. This time, I’ll be reviewing the Beast Wars The Gathering issues. Because this is not the graphic novel, I’ll be breaking this up into a four-issue deal. This may seem extreme, but I do it for the consumer. I have the individual issues, so I’ll review them individually. The graphic novel and trades may have a different deal, and I don’t want to falsely promote anything.

Beast Wars: The Gathering, Issue 1.

Beast Wars The Gathering #1 is another great story written by Simon Furman. He shows us that bringing together close to a hundred different Beast Wars Transformers, be it Transmetal, Transmetal 2, or mutant, can be done. The amazing thing about these issues is that almost none of the characters in this comic are from the show. This is certainly a feat, being that most people know nothing about the personalities or temperaments of anyone other than the TV show characters. I have to give him a tip of the hat to that.

Just as Simon shows us his competency as a writer, Don Figuroa shows us his talent at amazing art. There were four other covers for issue 1. Cover A with Magmatron in his Cybertron form (non beast like, no animals), Cover B with all three forms of Megatron from the TV show, Cover C with all three forms of Optimus Primal from the TV show, and my favorite, Cover D which is a front back cover of a depiction of a large battle between Magmatron and his Predacons versus Razorbeast and his Maximals. His portrayal of the characters in both robot and beast mode feels so real. I would never have another artist besides him.

(!!!Spoilers Ahead!!!!)

Issue one opens with an intro to Beast Wars. It does a quick recap of what we’ve learned from the show, to about somewhere in Season II or III. Then, we are introduced to Magmatron and his fleet of Decepticons. They are joined by Razorbeast, Magmatron’s trusted warrior. Magmatron explains he has been sent to earth to find the rogue Predacon, Megatron, and bring him back to Cybertron. This was a feat that the first Predacon agent, Ravage, failed to do. As the team starts to branch out to find a suitable location to plant a transwarp tower, they come across Depth Charge. Magmatron explains to his soldiers that there is nothing to fear from this Maximal. They have off set the space time continuum, and are off by mere milliseconds. Thus, allowing no one in the actual present to see them.

One of the things I love about this issue, is the flash backs to Cybertron. I love seeing all of these Beast Wars with vehicle modes instead of animal forms. The flash back reveals Razorbeast is actually a spy, sent with Magmatron to watch him. The Maximals fear he is recruiting soldiers, and they want to make sure he doesn’t get the chance to strike.

The Predacons get the transwarp broadcast tower set, and activate it. The purpose of this, is to turn all stasis pods of the Maximals into Predacons. It appears to work, as the stasis pods open, and Predacons emerge. But suddenly, a Predacon soldier in the artic finds that something is wrong, and comes face to face with a powerful Maximal. Magmatron realizes something is up, and at that moment, Razorbeast runs.

A safe distance away from Magmatron and his Predacons, Razorbeast sends a distress call to the emerging Maximals. The other Predacon scouts in the air report to Magmatron that the new Cybertronians are all Maximal, and seem to be in great numbers. Magmatron replies with a grin, and tells his units, “Unleash the Beast Wars.”

Overall, the issue was good. A little fast paced, but there’s a lot to cover. I enjoyed the issue, and thought it was a good intro to the new comic concept. Overall, I give this issue a 7.8 out of 10.

(!!!Spoilers End!!!)

Well, hope you all enjoyed another part in the new review series of, Syn’s Matrix. Be back here soon for the continuation of my review for Beast Wars: The Gathering.

[spidergrant]

cool. i thought it was kind of hard to understand what was going on in the first issue but i figured it out once i read the next issue

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

Can anyone recommend and TF comic books with the G1 characters, prefferably graphic novels.

[Syn (Mercenary)]

I can only reccomend one Graphic Novel (seeing as I've read it) with just G1 guys. Thats The Greatest Battles of Optimus Prime and Megatron. It collects certain issues from every TF comic from the 80s to now.

As for issues, for sure, by the old Marvel Series from the 80s. Its got up to 80 issues, and if you go to comic shops or shows, they are bound to have them.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

^Excellent, thanks i have to have a look at my local store soon.

[Syn (Mercenary)]

No problem. Think of me as the TF Comic guru. :o

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

^Ha ha, okay, i plan to get some this week. I was looking at the very first G1 comic last week, but didnt have the money to buy it at the time, hope its still there because sometimes they go pretty quickly.

[Shinobi Rendar]

Can anyone recommend and TF comic books with the G1 characters, prefferably graphic novels.

I also recommend IDW Trade Paperbacks on the ongoing G1verse.

1 volume- Infiltration
2 volume- Stormbringer
3 volume- Escalation
Devastation- still being released in single issues

Also recommend the spotlight issues on individual character.

I recently started collecting these tpb and i'm hooked. Highly recommended.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

I also recommend IDW Trade Paperbacks on the ongoing G1verse.

1 volume- Infiltration
2 volume- Stormbringer
3 volume- Escalation
Devastation- still being released in single issues

Also recommend the spotlight issues on individual character.

I recently started collecting these tpb and i'm hooked. Highly recommended.


Excellent, thanks for the info, i have just finished reading TF: Generations Vol. 1, which, while a little dated, was thoroughly enjoyable, i just wish all of the stories would have been related rather than seperate one's from different issues. But i plan to get more soon so this helps a lot!

[mojo-x]

I really liked the first 12 issue of the original Marvel series; in fact it was the first comic book series I bought. Anyway the series started out as a 4 part mini but continue after it was successful. Issue 3 featured a cameo by Spiderman, in the black alien custom, along with some other Marvel charters. This would be the only time you would see this as latter it was explained that Transformers and GI Joe were not part of the Marvel Universe and they took place in there own Universe. Any way looking back the series was kind of hit and miss, more misses as it went on IMO. I lost interest with it but I would like to at least have read the ending.

[Avangarde]

You would think this thread got more attention, considering how popular the TF comics are now. I like the direction IDW had gone with the G1 story, Infiltration, Escalation, Stormbringer, and Devastation are a great read, I hope they continue with the series after Devastation, has some great potential. I'm also liking the Spotlights and how some tie in with the main series. Evolution was a fun little series, different, but worth a read, and I was so glad IDW finished off the War Within series of DW, I finally completed the series.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

You would think this thread got more attention, considering how popular the TF comics are now. I like the direction IDW had gone with the G1 story, Infiltration, Escalation, Stormbringer, and Devastation are a great read, I hope they continue with the series after Devastation, has some great potential. I'm also liking the Spotlights and how some tie in with the main series. Evolution was a fun little series, different, but worth a read, and I was so glad IDW finished off the War Within series of DW, I finally completed the series.

Are these all Graphic Novels/Trade Paper Back's?

[Avangarde]

Infiltration, Escalation, and Stormbringer is out in Trade Paper but Devastation is only up to issue 3 with issue 4 about to be released, so you will have to wait a few months after the final issue has been released until the TP comes out.

[Avangarde]

Sweet, they are going to do a Spotlight on Mirage :up:

http://www.seibertron.com/images/news/gfx/1202336138_mirage_inks.jpg

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

Infiltration, Escalation, and Stormbringer is out in Trade Paper but Devastation is only up to issue 3 with issue 4 about to be released, so you will have to wait a few months after the final issue has been released until the TP comes out.

Cool thanks, i'll try and pick them up before i go to Australia on 03/03, with it being a 24 hour flight, i hope to read them all :yay: .

[Avangarde]

They are a great read, I have trouble putting them down most of the time. Some of the spotlights are worth a buy as well as they are sub plots that are linked to events in the main series. I recommend Shockwave (Dinobots guest), Sixshot, Optimus Prime, Megatron, and Nightbeat.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

^I'll probably pick them up after my holiday, i need to save money for the actual holiday as well of course :cwink:

[Avangarde]

Oh and Soundwave Spotlight, that is a must :up:

[Avangarde]

Grimlock Spotlight coming this April :up:

http://www.seibertron.com/images/news/gfx/1203629754_Grimlock_coverB_500.JPG

[Avangarde]

http://www.seibertron.com/images/news/gfx/1203682811_TFMovie02_Raiz_KieranOats_F.jpg


I wonder who's shadow that belongs to :wow:

[Syn (Mercenary)]

http://www.seibertron.com/images/news/gfx/1203682811_TFMovie02_Raiz_KieranOats_F.jpg


I wonder who's shadow that belongs to :wow:What the hell is this for!? :shock

[Avangarde]

It's part of the Transformers live action movie sequel comic mini series, I believe this pic is for the part 2 cover.

[Syn (Mercenary)]

Getting it. :up:

[Avangarde]

I think it's called Starscream Revenge or something to that extent, he makes contact with Barricade and Scorpinok (the only two remaining Decepticons on earth) about a counter strike against the Autobots on earth.

[Avangarde]

Edit.

[Syn (Mercenary)]

I think it's called Starscream Revenge or something to that extent, he makes contact with Barricade and Scorpinok (the only two remaining Decepticons on earth) about a counter strike against the Autobots on earth.
Awesome. :up: This looks really good.

[Avangarde]

For those of you concerned, the fith and final series of the G1 IDW Transformers comic is called "Revelation". It is a 4 part series which will be set up similar to the Spotlights where it portrayed from a certain characters point of view. So far the only two characters listed to be featured are Cyclonus and Hardhead, Cyclonus is tits so I am looking forward this this one :up:. Here are the two cover concepts so far for each character, you will see that the two covers join up, if you keep looking you should also see what looks to be part of another TF behind Hardhead, my guess is this mystery TF will be on of the other to feature as the center character for Revelation.

http://www.seibertron.com/images/news/gfx/1205272141_Rev01cover_color.jpghttp://www.seibertron.com/images/news/gfx/1205272141_Rev02cover_color.jpg

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

For those of you concerned, the fith and final series of the G1 IDW Transformers comic is called "Revelation". It is a 4 part series which will be set up similar to the Spotlights where it portrayed from a certain characters point of view. So far the only two characters listed to be featured are Cyclonus and Hardhead, Cyclonus is tits so I am looking forward this this one :up:. Here are the two cover concepts so far for each character, you will see that the two covers join up, if you keep looking you should also see what looks to be part of another TF behind Hardhead, my guess is this mystery TF will be on of the other to feature as the center character for Revelation.

http://www.seibertron.com/images/news/gfx/1205272141_Rev01cover_color.jpghttp://www.seibertron.com/images/news/gfx/1205272141_Rev02cover_color.jpg

Any guess'es???

[Avangarde]

Well he has what looks to be a "gun arm", but it aint Shockwave, he has already been featured in a Spotlight, I'd like to think it was Omega Supream but OS is huge and I'm not sure if he would match up to the sizing with what's there.

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

Well he has what looks to be a "gun arm", but it aint Shockwave, he has already been featured in a Spotlight, I'd like to think it was Omega Supream but OS is huge and I'm not sure if he would match up to the sizing with what's there.

Also Omega Supream has not been featured in a "Spotlight"....he guest stared in Optimus's spotlight but he has not featured in his own.

And I didnt think that was a gun arm but just the end of a gun but I could be wrong.

Also did you hear that it would be someone that featured in his own spotlight???

[Avangarde]

Well this new series is going to be like the Spotlight's but all four are joined together to make up a whole saga which follows on after Devestation. I think the actually Spotlight series will continue on regardless of this new saga.

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

Well this new series is going to be like the Spotlight's but all four are joined together to make up a whole saga which follows on after Devestation. I think the actually Spotlight series will continue on regardless of this new saga.

Well I'm thinking that arm can belong to Hoist,Inferno or Graple.

[Avangarde]

Yes, you are right, infact either of those 3 would be great to have a feature on.

[Avangarde]

Another thing to note is there looks to be what I would call a blue foot a little lower, although it could also be a finger if he is hunched or bending forward.

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

Another thing to note is there looks to be what I would call a blue foot a little lower, although it could also be a finger if he is hunched or bending forward.

That could also be someone else.But if your thinking its one bot then consider Headmaster Highbrow.

Near where one would guess is the head of that figure you can see what looks like the blade of a helicopter.

Highbrow has helicopter blade a blue foot and a wing aswmbly that looks like [sort of] what you described as a gun arm.

[Avangarde]

Ahh yes I see where you are going with that. IDW has been pretty spot on when it comes to the gun designs of the bots to there previous versions, does the gun look familiar in any way?

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

Ahh yes I see where you are going with that. IDW has been pretty spot on when it comes to the gun designs of the bots to there previous versions, does the gun look familiar in any way?

Aside from those I already mention I can only think of ether Ironhide with a nosel in his arm or Trailbreaker but nether has a bule foot.

But like I said it could be a different bot then belongs to the foot.

Ultramagnus also has a gun tip that looks simular but the rest of the gun does not march.

Topspinn and Twintwist have some funny looking guns and Topspin has a blue foot.

Skids also has a simular looking gun and I think a blue or black foot.

[Avangarde]

It was just reported that Doubledealer and Sideswipe are the other two central characters of the Revelation saga. Dealer was seen in the Hotrod Spotlight so they can expand a bit there, it's awesome to see Sideswipe back though, I hope they keep that brash edge he had in the Galvatron Spotlight. :up:

[Avangarde]

Furman Blog March 13, 07


The news is out: the next main arc in the IDW/TF-verse series will indeed (as previously reported) be Revelation, but instead of the usual 6-issue format it’ll play out over four interconnected Spotlights (Cyclonus, Hardhead, Doubledealer and Sideswipe). Expect major plotlines to be resolved as the last of the -ions (for the foreseeable) brings the Dead Universe storyline (that’s been bubbling under ever since Spotlight: Nightbeat) to a suitably shattering conclusion. I’ll be doling out the usual Script (W)raps in due course, so I’ll be drip-feeding my own revelations over the coming weeks/months, but for now let’s just say that the Spotlight format remains intact, with a solid character arc in each of the four issues, plus… fallout from Stormbringer, Spotlight Hot Rod, Spotlight Nightbeat, Spotlight Galvatron, Spotlight Arcee and more. And when I say fallout, I mean it. The lives and destinies of numerous main characters are altered forever as two universes clash explosively. Oh, and don’t think this is the end. There’s another series (no, not The 13 or All Hail Megatron) to come, one set firmly in the ‘-ion’ continuity. More on this soon! 08 is SO going to blow you away!

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

Pretty good news.

[Avangarde]

Yeah, I was a little worried that the main story's continuity wish abrubtly end and we will be given just loads of mini series with no relation, glad to hear there will be follow ups :up:

[Avangarde]

Essential reading:

I just found out that IDW have begun to re-release the entire original US Marvel G1 Transformers comics in TPB. I went down to my local comic book shop today and found it, I couldn't believe it. Each volume comes with 16 issues all in order, not to be mistaken by the Transformers: Generations releases, which is the same original series but are extracts of some of the best issues, this new release is "everything all in order". If you are interested in the original G1 series but never read it and would like to see what made this series so kick arse then I implore you to buy this. A lot of new fans have come into the fold due to the live action movie and may not understand the history of TF's, or may not understand why so many of the fanboys like myself whom were upset with what Bay did with it. This is the perfect oppotunity to get one of the greatest comic book series of all time. Although I already know most of the stories and have read a few, I never actually owned the US series, here in Australia we got the G1 UK series which spawned off of the US one, so as you can imagine I am quite stoked that after all these years I can finally start to own the entire US series.

The US series had 80 issues, so if they continue to release each volume with 16 issues in each then that would make up a total of 5 volumes, and at $19.99 each that is great value. It will be interesting to see if IDW decides to re-release the UK series after they have finished with this one, it had a total of 332 issues so it's a pretty large release if they do. :trans:

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

Essential reading:

I just found out that IDW have begun to re-release the entire original US Marvel G1 Transformers comics in TPB. I went down to my local comic book shop today and found it, I couldn't believe it. Each volume comes with 16 issues all in order, not to be mistaken by the Transformers: Generations releases, which is the same original series but are extracts of some of the best issues, this new release is "everything all in order". If you are interested in the original G1 series but never read it and would like to see what made this series so kick arse then I implore you to buy this. A lot of new fans have come into the fold due to the live action movie and may not understand the history of TF's, or may not understand why so many of the fanboys like myself whom were upset with what Bay did with it. This is the perfect oppotunity to get one of the greatest comic book series of all time. Although I already know most of the stories and have read a few, I never actually owned the US series, here in Australia we got the G1 UK series which spawned off of the US one, so as you can imagine I am quite stoked that after all these years I can finally start to own the entire US series.

The US series had 80 issues, so if they continue to release each volume with 16 issues in each then that would make up a total of 5 volumes, and at $19.99 each that is great value. It will be interesting to see if IDW decides to re-release the UK series after they have finished with this one, it had a total of 332 issues so it's a pretty large release if they do. :trans:

If they include the Headmaster mini and the cross-over GI Joe mini then they could end up needing an other volume.

[Avangarde]

Depending on how the US release goes they could re-release everything up to and including Generation 2.

[Avangarde]

Furman Blog March 17, 08


SCRIPT (W)RAP, ARTIST OVERLAP. As a certain Wheelie might say. Almost forgotten, unfairly so, in the general hubbub surrounding the announcement of June’s Spotlight: Cyclonus, the first of the four ‘Revelation’ themed Spotlights, is the similarly June shipping and wholly notable Spotlight: Wheelie. Notable because, apart from the fact that Wheelie is possibly the last Transformers character many (myself included) thought would ever merit a Spotlight, my involvement (as writer) is far more backseat than usual. This is very much a team effort with artist/colourist Klaus Scherwinski, who came up with the original premise for the story, convinced me to get involved (no mean feat) and worked with me closely on developing the idea into a working and well-rounded story. In fact, it’s fair to say that Klaus has been the driving force behind the whole project, and his sheer enthusiasm for the character (not to mention artistic skill) got me trying my absolute best to make it one no one should miss, both in terms of the story itself and it’s place in the wider scheme of things. Really, though, at this stage my job is only half done (so this is kind of half a Script (W)rap). Given how involved he was from the ground up, it seemed a waste of Klaus’s amazing storytelling abilities to do this as a full script, so I reverted to what has become known as Marvel-style plot, wherein you describe whole scenes, broken down in clutches of pages, and then hand it over to the artist. Then, once the art comes along, you add in the dialog. Of course, a lot of that dialog is already there, based on our back-and-to discussions and Klaus’s own breakdown-stage notes. It’s been a fun and refreshing change of pace, and I’m looking forward to stage 2, which is pulling all the dialog together as finished pages roll in. So what can you expect from Spotlight: Wheelie? Well, a really solid, character-led story for a start. For a large part, it’s just Wheelie, doing his level best to survive against all the odds. Then there’s a certain trio of Decepticons making their debut, plus a last-but-one page shocker that’ll just floor you! And ties into stuff that’s in the works for 09 and beyond! Oh, and we even get into why (by the end of the issue at least) Wheelie talks in rhyming couplets. As far as Spotlights go, we really think this one is the full ticket. Who’da thunk it!!

[Avangarde]

News:

IDW will continue to re-release more Dreamwave TF comics this year, it appears that the "More Then Meets The Eye" bio's series will be getting a release with 2 TPB, Volume 1 is due in September this year.

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

News:

IDW will continue to re-release more Dreamwave TF comics this year, it appears that the "More Then Meets The Eye" bio's series will be getting a release with 2 TPB, Volume 1 is due in September this year.

I wonder if theres going to be any changes.

[Avangarde]

They were pretty straight forward comics, most of the other Dreamwave re-release didn't have to many alterations, however they were part of a larger story. I only wish that the "War Within" series continued, man that was an awesome series.

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

They were pretty straight forward comics, most of the other Dreamwave re-release didn't have to many alterations, however they were part of a larger story. I only wish that the "War Within" series continued, man that was an awesome series.

I dont think any of the "Dreamwave" writting thats been re-printed by IDW had been altered at all.The Dreamwave continuity doesnt really have any bearing on IDW's TF history even thou they may continue it some day.

But the "Bio books" present a unique question.Most of DW's bio's were pretty generic in nature.....meaning that the bios could fit into any TF universe but there were a few that were pretty DW specific not to mention the non-character entries.

I'm wondering if IDW intends for the new Bio TPB to be used as in refrance to its characters or just plain re-prints of DW's stuff.

[Avangarde]

I dont think any of the "Dreamwave" writting thats been re-printed by IDW had been altered at all.The Dreamwave continuity doesnt really have any bearing on IDW's TF history even thou they may continue it some day.

But the "Bio books" present a unique question.Most of DW's bio's were pretty generic in nature.....meaning that the bios could fit into any TF universe but there were a few that were pretty DW specific not to mention the non-character entries.

I think IDW added a couple of extra pages at the end of volume 1 of the Generation 1 series. I own the original prints of the first volume as individual issues and issue 6 is missing the last 2 pages to connect it with Volume two, I found this out after I took a look at the reprint by IDW's Volume 1 TPB of Gen 1. Other then that I'm not sure if anything else was altered by IDW in any of the other series.



I'm wondering if IDW intends for the new Bio TPB to be used as in refrance to its characters or just plain re-prints of DW's stuff.

I'm pretty sure its a direct reprint, but after reading the original news post it seems that IDW have not confirmed this yet, apparently Amazon has the release listed, so I'm not sure what to make of this, rumor perhaps?

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

I think IDW added a couple of extra pages at the end of volume 1 of the Generation 1 series.

If you can ether share some scans or at least give some details on the Added info I would be in your debt..


I own the original prints of the first volume as individual issues and issue 6 is missing the last 2 pages to connect it with Volume two,.

I heard they might do that.To be honest I'm not surprised that they did.That small section never really "jived" with the start of volume 2....at least not in my opinion.

I found this out after I took a look at the reprint by IDW's Volume 1 TPB of Gen 1. Other then that I'm not sure if anything else was altered by IDW in any of the other series.

I dont think anything else was but I wasnt awaer of the changes you just mention.....I have all the original prints, multi covers,2nd and 3rd prints of each issue as well as the TPB's that were released by DW before they went under so I saw no sence on spending more money on the same product.



I'm pretty sure its a direct reprint, but after reading the original news post it seems that IDW have not confirmed this yet, apparently Amazon has the release listed, so I'm not sure what to make of this, rumor perhaps?

I'm not sure what I want out of this news.

I would like IDW to do their own Bio book that deals with the IDW's universe but at the same time I would like to have a handier volume of DW's bio's on hand.

Guess I'm lost.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

Have read Generations Vol.1 and 'The Greatest Battle's Of Optimus Prime and Megatron' so far and have 'Target 2006' with Galvatron travelling back in time and 'Spotlight Vol. 2' waiting to be read and am really enjoying the comics so far.

Anymore recommendations would be welcome, but for some reason in the UK i cant get hold of the more modern one's like Escalation, etc. I even went to Australia for 2 two weeks this month and they didnt have them either! Any recommendations on getting the more modern one's!

[Avangarde]

^^^^


I'd highly recommend you getting the main series, Infiltration, Escalation, and Devastation. They are a great read and IDW will continue with this "ation" series with for quite some time, so it's best to try and catch up on it.

[Avangarde]

It’s often said that the true measure of a hero is based on the quality of the villain—and TRANSFORMERS has some of the greatest villains in pop culture. But the heroic AUTOBOTS have kept the evil DECEPTICONS in check—until now.

Starting in July, IDW Publishing will unveil a turning point in the TRANSFORMERS saga. TRANSFORMERS: ALL HAIL MEGATRON, under license from HPG, the licensing division of Hasbro, Inc. (NYSE: HAS). Set one year after the events of TRANSFORMERS: Devastation, TRANSFORMERS: ALL HAIL MEGATRON launches a new storyline that shows what happens when great heroes aren’t around to defend against their powerful villains. The DECEPTICONS, led by the ruthless MEGATRON, have somehow succeeded in dispatching the AUTOBOTS and their leader, OPTIMUS PRIME, leaving Earth ripe for the plucking.

The 12-part maxi-series takes TRANSFORMERS in an epic new direction courtesy of writer Shane McCarthy (Detective Comics, Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight) and fan-favorite artist Guido Guidi (TRANSFORMERS Spotlight: Galvatron, TRANSFORMERS Beast Wars: The Ascending). Together, they tell the tale of an Earth decimated by the DECEPTICONS. Where are the AUTOBOTS, and how did they come to be exiled from Earth? Who has changed sides, who will live, and who will die? These questions, as well as the introduction of an all-new Transformers character, will be answered in the pages of the series.

“This thing is going to knock the fans’ socks off,” McCarthy says. “This is exactly the kind of story I’ve always wanted to see done, and I think the fans will be right there with me.”

IDW’s Publisher/Editor-in-Chief Chris Ryall added, “ALL HAIL MEGATRON is what the AUTOBOTS fought so hard to prevent, the ultimate culmination of MEGATRON’s plans. It’s destruction on a grand scale; it’s a story of sacrifice, lost heroism, betrayal, and hopefully at the end, renewal.

“But this series, more than any other we’ve done, shows that hopes don’t amount to much in the face of unrelenting evil. Shane’s story hearkens back to the greatest stories in TRANSFORMERS history, while still feeling vibrant and excitingly new. And the best part is the accessibility of the tale makes this a perfect jumping-on spot for new fans of good comics, along with long-time followers of TRANSFORMERS.”

TRANSFORMERS: ALL HAIL MEGATRON #1 is being solicited for July ’08 release. It will feature a victorious MEGATRON cover by Klaus Scherwinski, as well as a distinctive variant cover by Trevor Hutchison.

It seems like we will be getting far more than we bargained for with this series, while the wording of the press release is sure to raise more questions about how "All Hail" will tie into (if at all) the main IDW Universe.


http://www.seibertron.com/news/view.php?id=12621

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

^^^^


I'd highly recommend you getting the main series, Infiltration, Escalation, and Devastation. They are a great read and IDW will continue with this "ation" series with for quite some time, so it's best to try and catch up on it.

I have been trying to get a hold of them for ages but the stores here dont seem to have them. I know the last fight in 'The Greatest Battle's Of Optimus Prime And Megatron was from Devestation, and it does indeed look awesome. I want to get my hands on Spotlight Vol.1 before i read Vol.2 also. Just for the Shockwave Spotlight!

http://www.seibertron.com/news/view.php?id=12621

Sounds really cool, i'm sorry i didnt get the 'Megatron:Origin' book i saw in Australia now as well.

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

http://www.seibertron.com/news/view.php?id=12621

Are you on the forams on Seib's????

[Avangarde]

I'm not a member I just read the posts, and get my info from there sometimes.

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

I'm not a member I just read the posts, and get my info from there sometimes.

The reason I ask is because I thought I found a fellow member.

[Avangarde]

I try to limit my involvement with so many forums, I stricktly keep it to 3, I just don't have the time in my life.

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

I try to limit my involvement with so many forums, I stricktly keep it to 3, I just don't have the time in my life.

I was like that too....but my doc's have taken me out of work for the last 6 months so I have lots of time.

[Avangarde]

Furman Blog 27 March, 2008


Also out this week (it’s feast or famine with the folk at Titan) is issue #10 of Transformers (UK), which features the second part of ‘Twilight’s Last Gleaming’ (story by me, art by Jeremy Tiongson). I won’t drone on overlong about our tumultuous reality warping storyline (as I’ve done so at length already, elsewhere on this blog), but suffice it to say that the action this issue out-Bays Michael Bay. The combined military forces of pretty much the rest of the (currently) free world take on Megatron’s Decepticon would-be world-conquerors… and the result isn’t pretty. And it’s not any rosier a picture for the Autobots, who are in process of making one last (almost certainly futile) effort to derail the Decepticons’ plans. Plus, more comic strip, a first look at Transformers Animated and a free missile blaster (admit it, that’s the real clincher!). For a peek at the cover, click on the link below:
tf10_cvr.pdf (http://simonfurman.files.wordpress.com/2008/03/tf10_cvr.pdf)

[Avangarde]

5 page preview of issue 1# Reign of Starscream.

http://bp3.blogger.com/_ySdetY6cMEo/R_UvdS9vZwI/AAAAAAAAAB0/uWjlyIcwXw4/s1600/TF_ROS_01-cvrA.jpg
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http://bp3.blogger.com/_ySdetY6cMEo/R_UvTS9vZuI/AAAAAAAAABk/_gFA5lKOXBg/s1600/TF_ROS_01_pg02.jpg

http://fromthetip.blogspot.com/

[Avangarde]

http://bp2.blogger.com/_ySdetY6cMEo/R_UvIC9vZsI/AAAAAAAAABU/rtuaLYpliE8/s1600/TF_ROS_01_pg03.jpg
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[Avangarde]

Nice to see some familiar faces in there that were not in the movie.

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

Dude your last 2 post had no link and the last one said nothing???

[Avangarde]

:huh:

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

:huh:

Here I quoted them

5 page preview of issue 1# Reign of Starscream.

http://bp3.blogger.com/_ySdetY6cMEo/R_UvdS9vZwI/AAAAAAAAAB0/uWjlyIcwXw4/s1600/TF_ROS_01-cvrA.jpg
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http://bp3.blogger.com/_ySdetY6cMEo/R_UvTS9vZuI/AAAAAAAAABk/_gFA5lKOXBg/s1600/TF_ROS_01_pg02.jpg

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No links or pics....

[Avangarde]

Yeah, they have come up as red x's now, they were working at the time of being post so I'm not sure what happened. There is a link on the first page if you still want to view them.

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

Yeah, they have come up as red x's now, they were working at the time of being post so I'm not sure what happened. There is a link on the first page if you still want to view them.

At my end they werent working when you posted them ether but thanks for the link.

[Avangarde]

April 21, 2008
Out this week, in store 23rd April in the US (just in time for Botcon)/24th in the UK, is the long-awaited (by me at least) Transformers Spotlight: Grimlock. It had to happen, I suppose. Ever since his supporting role in Spotlight: Shockwave, it’s only ever been a matter of time before the Dinobot commander (an established favourite of mine) got his star turn. And what a turn it is! Not only is it something of a sequel to Spotlight: Shockwave, it’s also something of a prequel (not saying yet to what, but maybe I’ll get to spill the beans at Botcon), and it even ties into the ongoing Escalation/Devastation storyline, featuring, as it does, a certain Scorponok! Oh, and rest assured that despite this after- and fore- shadowing, it’s pretty much a standalone story in its own right too. Reawakened by government alien-spotters Skywatch, Grimlock is not in the best of moods, especially as he soon realises his actions may have doomed his fellow Dinobots… even if they survived their molten end in Spotlight: Shockwave. Enter Scorponok, with an offer that Grimlock may just not be able to refuse! Story is by me, art by Marcelo Matere. For details of all IDW’s Transformers titles, check out their website here (http://www.idwpublishing.com/).



April 22, 2008

Also out this week, but only in the UK, on Thursday 24th, is issue #11 of Titan’s Transformers comic/magazine, featuring (in amongst more comic strip, features and competitions) the third part of the apocalyptic Twilight’s Last Gleaming. If you remember, TLG takes an alternate look at post live-action movie events, exploring a near-future in the which Decepticons are the victors and Autobots are an endangered species. Starscream continues his machinations this episode, throwing a spanner in the Autobots’ carefully laid plans to further his own diabolical agenda. Forced into desperate action the moon-based Autobots head for Earth and their respective dates with destiny. And Bumblebee takes on Megatron (no prizes for guessing how that one turns out) and Mikaela takes on Frenzy (not as one-sided as you might think) and Ironhide and Ratchet come up against… well, that’d be telling! Art this issue comes from Paul Ridgon, and it rocks!


Sorry peeps, I've been slacking off a bit on the TF comic news :o

http://simonfurman.wordpress.com/

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

April 21, 2008



April 22, 2008


Sorry peeps, I've been slacking off a bit on the TF comic news :o

http://simonfurman.wordpress.com/

You are forgiven.:oldrazz:

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

April 21, 2008



April 22, 2008


Sorry peeps, I've been slacking off a bit on the TF comic news :o

http://simonfurman.wordpress.com/

So Bumblebee takes on Megatron and get his ass kicked? No surprise there, but it sounds interesting all the same.

[Avangarde]

Aye, a pretty one sided affair there.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

^What you would expect really, but BB is brave for even thinking of taking him on. Ratchett has in the past and got owned big-time, so BB getting owned is no surprise.

[Avangarde]

Furman Blog May 14, 2008


Here we go with a somewhat cautious and circumspect (ie. as spoiler free as possible) post-script analysis of Transformers Spotlight: Sideswipe, the last of the ‘Revelation’ quartet/story arc (which plays out across Spotlights Cyclonus, Hardhead, Doubledealer and Sideswipe). So what’s going on with the Dead Universe saga? A lot, is the short answer! Story threads that have been building and developing almost since the IDW-verse was brought screaming into this world come to a head (and a conclusion) herein. Optimus Prime faces Nemesis Prime! Arcee (finally) catches up with Jhiaxus! Galvatron seeks (actively) his destiny! Jetfire faces Bludgeon (okay, that is a capital letters SPOILER!)! Ultra Magnus calls the shots in a last, desperate attempt to stave off the imminent Expansion! A trio of Autobots actually set foot in the Dead Universe… and live to tell the tale! How? Let’s just say it plays into yet another evolving story thread! And in amongst all this — Sideswipe, trying hard not to get squeezed out of his own Spotlight! Yes, he finally gets to Earth! Yes, we learn the true relationship between him and Sunstreaker… and why he’s been so darned keen to find him! Yes, he gets to hit lots of things, in the course of which we find out a little about what makes him tick. Who lives? Who dies? Who’s already dead by this stage of the story? All will be, er, revealed. Spotlight Sideswipe hits stores in September. Script by me, art by EJ Su. Excuse me, I think I need to lie down now…

Sideswipe seems to kick arse in his spotlight, looking forward to it :up:

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

Just bought 'Eye Of The Storm' the animation looks extremely old, but it was the only one in the comics shop that i hadnt read before, i hope its good.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

Eye Of The Storm is MUCH better than i anticipated, a really good read despite some thigns not being explained and the animation being REALLY old.

I have also just ordered Megatron: Origin, Infiltration, and Stormbringer, cant wait!

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

Just finished Megatron:Origins and was........slightly dissapointed, it was VERY confusing, some bits just came out of no were and half the time you couldnt tell which one was Megatron, so i read it again and enjoyed it more 2nd time. I could more easily make Megatron out in the early parts of the story.

But, i still found the fight with Sentinel Prime dissapointing, Megatron beat him pretty easily IMO, and it was a shame we could see the birth of Optimus Prime and his first encounter with Megatron. Also, i think Megatron turning evil was a bit too quick and easy, i would have like a bit more focus on that part of the story.

[Avangarde]

Furman Blog June 16, 2008


Out this week, part of a veritable torrent of new releases (talk about feast or famine!), is Transformers Spotlight: Cyclonus, part 1 of the 4-part Revelations arc. Those of you who’ve been following the brooding, bubbling under subplot concerning Nova/Nemesis Prime and the Dead Universe are about to be hit by the raging hurricane that is Revelation. But, as well as being part 1 of 4, it’s also a Spotlight, and the character focus falls, first and foremost, on Cyclonus. But who is IDW/TF-verse Cyclonus? Given the recent IDW reinvention of Galvatron (in Spotlight Galvatron) it can’t be the animated movie version (as there’s no Unicron). This Cyclonus is, nevertheless, associated to Galvatron, inasmuch as both are/were part of the crew of the (long missing) first Ark. But who is Cyclonus and why’s he back on Cybertron (now a ruined, largely uninhabited husk)? And why exactly is he taking out his considerable frustrations on Hound’s unit (comprising Sideswipe, himself the subject of a latter Spotlight in this quartet, Warpath, Road Rocket and Skram)? And how does Ultra Magnus get drawn into the action? And what’s that stirring inside a cave on Corata-Vaz? Something BIG, something terribly familiar (especially if you’ve been following the various IDW/TF arcs of late). The Expansion (whatever THAT is) is upon us, and the storm is well and truly raging! Spotlight Cyclonus hits this Wednesday (18th) in the US and Thursday (19th) in the UK. It’s written by me with art by EJ Su. Click on the thumbnail below for a look-see at EJ’s cover, part of one huge scene specially created for this landmark four-part arc. For information on all IDW’s new releases, check out their website here (http://www.idwpublishing.com/).
http://simonfurman.files.wordpress.com/2008/06/transformersspotcyc2.jpg?w=63&h=96 (http://simonfurman.files.wordpress.com/2008/06/transformersspotcyc2.jpg)

[Darth Rockwell]

Well just ordered the first volume of IDW comic. I really liked both of their Beast Wars. Looking forward to getting it soon.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

Anyone know any UK based web-sites that sell TF TPB's? I'm having a really hard time trying to get Escalation, Spotlight Vol 1 and War Within.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

Double Post sorry.

[The_Hulk]

maybe try http://www.amazon.co.uk ?

last night i bought the infiltration tpb for about $1.30 and escalation tpb for about $3.00 plus shipping on the amazon marketplace

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

^They are hit and miss, i cant get hold of the likes of Escalation or Spotlight Vol.1 without paying about £20 which i refuse to do. War Within is like £35!

[Avangarde]

Spotlight Vol 1 is out of circulation, you would be hard pressed to find it anywhere else, there is an outside chance that IDW might do a reprint like they did with Infiltration but I would hold my breath. My advice if you can get it at a slightly inflated price and you really want it that bad then it's probably worth it.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

^I can only get used one's which i'm not too keen on, Any ideas why Spotlight Vol.1 is out of circulation?

[Avangarde]

IDW are constantly trying to find ways of milking the TF comics, there is a new omnibus TPB that has Spotlight Vol 1, Infiltration, Escalation, and Stormbringer. They want to make money off this so they will probably limit the number of TPB to lure people into buying the one big trade paper.

[Dragons Claws]

Anyone know how to get hold of the War Within stories without spending a fortune, also, did the story finish. I heard it never because of Draemwave going down the pan but someoneelse said th IDW fnished it off, is this in the TPB?
Also to clear up smething written earlier. The UK G1 comics also featured all the US G1 stories. The UK issued were wely but the US ones monthly so ythe UK also did their own stories witihin the continuity.Later on they started doing most their stories based on the future timeline from the animated movie as the US comicsnever really bothered with these characters so it gave Simon Furman (at the time the UK writer) a bit more freedom.
Some fantastic stories came out only in the UK. If you find them in TPB I advise you buy them, they include In the National Interest, Target 2006, Wanted:Galvatron Dead OR Alive, Space Pirates and Time Wars. The UK stories tended to give a bit more emotion to the characters than the US ones.

[Avangarde]

Anyone know how to get hold of the War Within stories without spending a fortune, also, did the story finish. I heard it never because of Draemwave going down the pan but someoneelse said th IDW fnished it off, is this in the TPB?


IDW re-released both vol 1 and 2 of War Within TPB although they were never finished off. I believe Simon Furman always intended to conclude this series, but with so many other TF titles in circulation I'm guessing the whole WW series is on the back burner.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

Anyone know how to get hold of the War Within stories without spending a fortune, also, did the story finish. I heard it never because of Draemwave going down the pan but someoneelse said th IDW fnished it off, is this in the TPB?
Also to clear up smething written earlier. The UK G1 comics also featured all the US G1 stories. The UK issued were wely but the US ones monthly so ythe UK also did their own stories witihin the continuity.Later on they started doing most their stories based on the future timeline from the animated movie as the US comicsnever really bothered with these characters so it gave Simon Furman (at the time the UK writer) a bit more freedom.
Some fantastic stories came out only in the UK. If you find them in TPB I advise you buy them, they include In the National Interest, Target 2006, Wanted:Galvatron Dead OR Alive, Space Pirates and Time Wars. The UK stories tended to give a bit more emotion to the characters than the US ones.

Thanks i have read Target:2006, but the others i will have to check out.

IDW re-released both vol 1 and 2 of War Within TPB although they were never finished off. I believe Simon Furman always intended to conclude this series, but with so many other TF titles in circulation I'm guessing the whole WW series is on the back burner.

You cant get Vol.1 without paying a fortune, he is right, its ridiculous. I got Vol.2 for £15, thats the most i will pay.

[Avangarde]

The future looks promising for TF comics for the next 12 months :up:

Transformers: All Hail Megatron
- 12 issue series that has the Autobots in hiding after the near death of Optimus Prime as the Decepticons begin their push to conquer Earth.
- First issue out as of a few weeks ago
- New character Drift, an Autobot, will be introduced in this series.
- "He's calm, collected but also capable of significant acts of violence. In a nutshell? He's not someone you want to mess with."
- Alt mode is a Nissan Silvia S15, a Japanese drift racing car, will be first IDW design that will be made into a toy by Hasbro.

Transformers: The 13
- Written by Simon Furman.
- Covers the origin of the Transformers race, "really define a big, big part of the whole Transformers mythology/back story. Expect lots of stuff that’s never been definitively, categorically set in stone to be established once and for all..."
- Expected to come out sometime in 2009 as part of the 25th Anniversary of Transformers.
- "Questions that every Trans-fan has always wanted to ask will finally be answered. Plans for the series are still evolving as we speak, just because (perhaps more than ever before) we’re going hand in hand with Hasbro on this one. But I’m not ruling out possible links to what’s happening now."

Transformers: The Reign of Starcream
- Issue three just came out, covers Starscream plans to rebuild the Allspark and lead the Decepticons.
- Soundwave appearance was removed due to his use in the movie (probably didn't want their design to contradict the movie design).

Transformers: Destiny
- Writer is Chris Mowry and art by Alex Milne
- Transformers 2 Prequel ("hopefully") with first issue (of five-part series) coming out December 2008
- "We'll bear witness to the rise of the Decepticons on Cybertron, and the formation of the Autobot resistance. Their history has a strange habit of repeating itself, and we just may see their actions repeated on our planet next. So we'll go way back to the beginning, move forward to the present, then finish up in the near future"

http://bp2.blogger.com/_G96gxvrHqrE/SIr239rjr5I/AAAAAAAACtU/jb0sHnIPCOE/s200/MaximumDinobots2.jpg (http://bp2.blogger.com/_G96gxvrHqrE/SIr239rjr5I/AAAAAAAACtU/jb0sHnIPCOE/s1600-h/MaximumDinobots2.jpg)Maximum Dinobots
- Written by Simon Furman
- Focuses on Grimlock and other Dinobots but will also fill in the story gaps that have developed in the line from the various Spotlight issues and the jump from the end of "Devastation" story to "All Hail Megatron."
- Will also feature Scorponok, Machination, Headmasters, Sunstreaker, Hot Rod and others.

Transformers Spotlight: Blurr
- Written by Shane McCarthy
- "Blurr's whole personality in this is built on his ability to travel at remarkable speeds; someone with that ability has the capacity to make life and death decisions in a hundredth of a second. This sounds well and good but it has its downsides too."
- Set before the Great War, on Cybertron, self contained story.

Transformers Spotlight: Cosmos
- Out sometime in 2009
- Covers Ascension and All Hail Megatron story arcs

Transformers Revelation
- Focus on Sideswipe
- Written by Simon Furman, art by EJ Su.

Transformers: Animated
- Five issue mini-series set during the first season that will recap season plot points from a different point of view.
- Each issue will have two stories that will be 11 pages in length each.

[Jochimus]

Pics of Drift on Shane McCarthy's blog: http://www.smactalk.com.au/?p=52

Looks nice. :word:

[Avangarde]

He does look good.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

^Will he be an Autobot, Decepticon, both or neither?

[Darthkush]

The future looks promising for TF comics for the next 12 months :up:

Transformers: All Hail Megatron
- 12 issue series that has the Autobots in hiding after the near death of Optimus Prime as the Decepticons begin their push to conquer Earth.
- First issue out as of a few weeks ago
- New character Drift, an Autobot, will be introduced in this series.
- "He's calm, collected but also capable of significant acts of violence. In a nutshell? He's not someone you want to mess with."
- Alt mode is a Nissan Silvia S15, a Japanese drift racing car, will be first IDW design that will be made into a toy by Hasbro.

Transformers: The 13
- Written by Simon Furman.
- Covers the origin of the Transformers race, "really define a big, big part of the whole Transformers mythology/back story. Expect lots of stuff that’s never been definitively, categorically set in stone to be established once and for all..."
- Expected to come out sometime in 2009 as part of the 25th Anniversary of Transformers.
- "Questions that every Trans-fan has always wanted to ask will finally be answered. Plans for the series are still evolving as we speak, just because (perhaps more than ever before) we’re going hand in hand with Hasbro on this one. But I’m not ruling out possible links to what’s happening now."

Transformers: The Reign of Starcream
- Issue three just came out, covers Starscream plans to rebuild the Allspark and lead the Decepticons.
- Soundwave appearance was removed due to his use in the movie (probably didn't want their design to contradict the movie design).

Transformers: Destiny
- Writer is Chris Mowry and art by Alex Milne
- Transformers 2 Prequel ("hopefully") with first issue (of five-part series) coming out December 2008
- "We'll bear witness to the rise of the Decepticons on Cybertron, and the formation of the Autobot resistance. Their history has a strange habit of repeating itself, and we just may see their actions repeated on our planet next. So we'll go way back to the beginning, move forward to the present, then finish up in the near future"

http://bp2.blogger.com/_G96gxvrHqrE/SIr239rjr5I/AAAAAAAACtU/jb0sHnIPCOE/s200/MaximumDinobots2.jpg (http://bp2.blogger.com/_G96gxvrHqrE/SIr239rjr5I/AAAAAAAACtU/jb0sHnIPCOE/s1600-h/MaximumDinobots2.jpg)Maximum Dinobots
- Written by Simon Furman
- Focuses on Grimlock and other Dinobots but will also fill in the story gaps that have developed in the line from the various Spotlight issues and the jump from the end of "Devastation" story to "All Hail Megatron."
- Will also feature Scorponok, Machination, Headmasters, Sunstreaker, Hot Rod and others.

Transformers Spotlight: Blurr
- Written by Shane McCarthy
- "Blurr's whole personality in this is built on his ability to travel at remarkable speeds; someone with that ability has the capacity to make life and death decisions in a hundredth of a second. This sounds well and good but it has its downsides too."
- Set before the Great War, on Cybertron, self contained story.

Transformers Spotlight: Cosmos
- Out sometime in 2009
- Covers Ascension and All Hail Megatron story arcs

Transformers Revelation
- Focus on Sideswipe
- Written by Simon Furman, art by EJ Su.

Transformers: Animated
- Five issue mini-series set during the first season that will recap season plot points from a different point of view.
- Each issue will have two stories that will be 11 pages in length each.

which mini's are essential to really enjoy All Hail Megatron. I picked up the first issue of it and was blown away. I have to know how things got to this point. I read all of the dreamwave comics back in the day and got really upset when IDW took up the license as their first couple of offerings were pretty lame. But this, THIS is great. So what mini's let to All Hail Megatron?

[Avangarde]

All Hail Megatron is a continuation of the main story of IDW's TF's, as far as mini saga's go there are some Spotlight issues that are linked to AHM but not essential. If you really like this new series but have not read any of the new stuff such as Infultration, Escalation, Devastaion, Stormbringer and the Spotlight then I highly recommend getting the Transformers Omnibus. It's a massive Trade Paper with something like 26 issues of the main saga all in order, can't go wrong :up:

[Darthkush]

All Hail Megatron is a continuation of the main story of IDW's TF's, as far as mini saga's go there are some Spotlight issues that are linked to AHM but not essential. If you really like this new series but have not read any of the new stuff such as Infultration, Escalation, Devastaion, Stormbringer and the Spotlight then I highly recommend getting the Transformers Omnibus. It's a massive Trade Paper with something like 26 issues of the main saga all in order, can't go wrong :up:

hmmm...that sounds good. Thanks :)

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

Just ordered Spotlight's Vol.1 and 3, were exactly in the series do they fit in? Already have Vol.2.

Is Vol.1 after Infiltration, Vol.2 after Stormbringer, Vol.3 after Devastation, etc, etc?

Having difficulty getting hold of escalation also, is a re-print in the works does anyone know?

[Avangarde]

Just ordered Spotlight's Vol.1 and 3, were exactly in the series do they fit in? Already have Vol.2.

Is Vol.1 after Infiltration, Vol.2 after Stormbringer, Vol.3 after Devastation, etc, etc?
Kind of, Shockwave Spotlight takes place way before anything but it all fits in to the larger story in some way.


Having difficulty getting hold of escalation also, is a re-print in the works does anyone know?

There was a short reprint, but I think IDW wanted to push more for Omnibus edition.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

Kind of, Shockwave Spotlight takes place way before anything but it all fits in to the larger story in some way.

Do you know exactly were the spotlights fit in or is it too complicated to work out?


There was a short reprint, but I think IDW wanted to push more for Omnibus edition.

Bummer, I have Infiltration, Stormbringer and Devastation, along with all 3 spotlights, but dont want to read any of them without Escalation, and not forking out again for the omnibus editions.

[Avangarde]

Do you know exactly were the spotlights fit in or is it too complicated to work out?


They are all over the place, would be to hard to give exact time frames.


Bummer, I have Infiltration, Stormbringer and Devastation, along with all 3 spotlights, but dont want to read any of them without Escalation, and not forking out again for the omnibus editions.

That's to bad, just keep trying places like ebay and you might get lucky.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

They are all over the place, would be to hard to give exact time frames.

Fair enough, no probs.



That's to bad, just keep trying places like ebay and you might get lucky.

Yeah, I'll have to wait and see.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

Just managed to order Escalation tonight, am SO relieved. Still cant get hold of War Within Vol.1 though.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

Just managed to order Escalation tonight, am SO relieved. Still cant get hold of War Within Vol.1 though.

[Darthkush]

I just read all hail megatron 2 and 3 and it continues to amaze. I love the scene where Megatron basically tells Starscream that he really doesn't have ANY problems with the guy, he just thinks he needs to get his head in the game and start acting like an great commander. I think Megatron respects Starscream more than most anyone thinks, it's just Starscream insists on pushing his buttons.

[Avangarde]

Yeah, the writers for IDW have created some great angles for the characters.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

Is all hail Megatron part of the current Infiltration/Escalation/Devestation storyline?

[Avangarde]

Yes, it is set in the same continuity, so if you want to continue reading the main plot of the G1 comics you will need to pick this saga up. It would be handy to point out that another new saga, Maximum Dinobots, is also part of the main series and picks up where Shockwave and Grimlock Spotlights left off.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

God this is all confusing! Were does Revelations come into it then?

[Avangarde]

After Devastation, it kinda fills in the gaps with Spotlights that ran during the main story.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

Finally, finally, FINALLY got my hands on Escalation, cant wait to read the whole saga now.

[deathshead2]

God this is all confusing! Were does Revelations come into it then?Thanks place after the first 3 minis and ends the whole saga that started with the first issue. Maximum dionbots happens during mini 3 I think or shortly after all the autobots leave for space. All Hail Megatron takes place a year after the events of Revelations, I think.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

So Revelations is after all of the Spotlights but before All Hail Megatron?

[Avangarde]

This is a little old now but IDW has started to rerelease Dreamwave's More Than Meets The Eye in TPB. I've already been through the Dreamwave version so nothing new, however some of you that are only new to the TF Comic world or collecting all the IDW might like to take a look. Volume 1 is out, and volume 2 isn't to far away.

[Avangarde]

Furman Blog update:

Out this week, Wednesday December 10th in the US, 11th in the UK, is the first issue (of five) of Maximum Dinobots, the no-holds barred return of Grimlock, Sludge, Slag, Snarl and Swoop. Plus Scorponok, Sunstreaker, Hot Rod, Headmasters and more! And though issue #1 picks up on story strands laid in various Spotlights and Escalation/Devastation, this one kicks off from the ground level, bringing the five Dinobots—last seen together way back in Spotlight Shockwave—back together again in a raging battle-filled storyline that pulls no punches. Featuring Nick Roche’s amazing art and Josh Burcham’s scintillating colours, Maximum Dinobots is just a must-have. We confidently predict a roaring success! Click on the thumbnail below for a look at #1’s cover and check out the IDW website here (http://www.idwpublishing.com/) for more news on upcoming Transformers comics releases.

[Avangarde]

For those interested, IDW is doing a reprint of Escalation TPB (second printing) and Stormbringer TPB (forth printing), just incase some people have had trouble getting a hold of them. Here is a rough release guide for the next month.

Transformers Releases
Estimated in-store dates:

December 17
Revenge of the Fallen Movie Prequel Alliance #1

December 24 (or thereabouts)
Animated Vol. 6 TPB

December 31 (or thereabouts)
All Hail Megatron #6

January 7
Maximum Dinobots #2
Saga of the Allspark TPB
Escalation TPB
Stormbringer TPB

January 14
Revenge of the Fallen Movie Prequel Alliance #2
Armada Vol. 2 TPB

January 21
Revenge of the Fallen Movie Prequel Defiance #1


Plus a little surprise coming up Spotlight: Jazz:up:

http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/from-the-tip-spotlight-jazz-cover-and-more/14748/

[lars573]

So Revelations is after all of the Spotlights but before All Hail Megatron?
OK here's how it flows story wise.

Transformers: Infiltration
Transformers: Stormbringer
Transformers: Spotlight vol.1 (Shockwave, Nightbeat, Hot Rod, Sixshot & Ultra Magnus)
Transformers: Escalation
Transformers: Spotlight vol.2 (Soundwave, Kup, Galvatron, Optimus Prime & Ramjet )
Transformers: Megatron Origin
Transformers: Devastation
Transformers: Spotlight vol.3 (Blaster, Arcee, Mirage, Grimlock & Wheelie)
Transformers Spotlight Revelations: Cyclonus, Hardhead, Doubledealer & Sideswipe
Transformers: Maximum Dinobots
Transformers: All hail Megatron

Maximum Dinobots is supposed to fill in the gaps (or just some of them) between Revelations and All hail Megatron. And some spotlights are more important to the overall story line than others.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

OK here's how it flows story wise.

Transformers: Infiltration
Transformers: Stormbringer
Transformers: Spotlight vol.1 (Shockwave, Nightbeat, Hot Rod, Sixshot & Ultra Magnus)
Transformers: Escalation
Transformers: Spotlight vol.2 (Soundwave, Kup, Galvatron, Optimus Prime & Ramjet )
Transformers: Megatron Origin
Transformers: Devastation
Transformers: Spotlight vol.3 (Blaster, Arcee, Mirage, Grimlock & Wheelie)
Transformers Spotlight Revelations: Cyclonus, Hardhead, Doubledealer & Sideswipe
Transformers: Maximum Dinobots
Transformers: All hail Megatron

Maximum Dinobots is supposed to fill in the gaps (or just some of them) between Revelations and All hail Megatron. And some spotlights are more important to the overall story line than others.

This is awesome, thanks a lot.

BUT, I thought Megatron Origin came before the War Within series and wasnt really part of the modern storyline?

[lars573]

I'll compare TF comics to Marvel comics. Marvels G1/G2 comics= Marvel 616. Dreamwaves G1= Marvel's M2 line. IDW's G1= Ultimate Marvel. DW's War Within and IDW's Megatron origin feature similar events but are not connected. Officially.

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

This is awesome, thanks a lot.

BUT, I thought Megatron Origin came before the War Within series and wasnt really part of the modern storyline?

The War Within serries has no bearing on the modern story continuity that IDW is putting out.

War Within was from Dreamwave comics and while IDW has reprinted some of the WW stories it is not connected continuity wize.

So Megatron Origin is part of the current continiuty but The War Within is not.

I'll compare TF comics to Marvel comics. Marvels G1/G2 comics= Marvel 616. Dreamwaves G1= Marvel's M2 line. IDW's G1= Ultimate Marvel. DW's War Within and IDW's Megatron origin feature similar events but are not connected. Officially.

Where do you fit in Marvels UK stuff in your way of thinking????

[lars573]

Marvel's G1/G2.

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

Marvel's G1/G2.

Again where do you fit in the U.K stuff???

The UK material does not always fit into the U.S. universe and at time completly contradicts each other.

Gold Bugs origin story for example.It the U.S. TF comics by Marvel it was GI Joe with the help of the Autobot Ratchet that turned Bumblebee into Gold Bug.

But in the UK TF continuity it was a time traveling Wrec Gar that changed Bumblebee into Gold Bug.

And there are plenty of examples of the UK TF universe not being able to fit into the US TF universe.

[lars573]

G1 is G1, simple as that. If the UK has different stories and origins that's fine.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

I'll compare TF comics to Marvel comics. Marvels G1/G2 comics= Marvel 616. Dreamwaves G1= Marvel's M2 line. IDW's G1= Ultimate Marvel. DW's War Within and IDW's Megatron origin feature similar events but are not connected. Officially.

The War Within serries has no bearing on the modern story continuity that IDW is putting out.

War Within was from Dreamwave comics and while IDW has reprinted some of the WW stories it is not connected continuity wize.

So Megatron Origin is part of the current continiuty but The War Within is not.



Where do you fit in Marvels UK stuff in your way of thinking????

Strange the way WW vol.1 seems to follow on directly from Megatron:Origin though, especially with Sentinal Prime being killed and Optimus being chosen to follow him.

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

Strange the way WW vol.1 seems to follow on directly from Megatron:Origin though, especially with Sentinal Prime being killed and Optimus being chosen to follow him.

True but there are some contradictions as well.

In WW the war had been going on for some time before Sentinel was beaten but in Megatrons origin Sentinel was beaten at the beginning of the war.

And there are a great number of other contradictions that would be apparent if WW was connected to the the other IDW stories.

[lars573]

So I just read up on this and the reason Megatron Origin seems to fit with War Within is because it was originally supposed too. As the basic story was laid out during the end of Dreamwave. Then retooled to fit into IDW's fiction.

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

So I just read up on this and the reason Megatron Origin seems to fit with War Within is because it was originally supposed too. As the basic story was laid out during the end of Dreamwave. Then retooled to fit into IDW's fiction.

I could see that....but the story as it was printed doent quite fit into the War Within story.

[Avangarde]

So I just read up on this and the reason Megatron Origin seems to fit with War Within is because it was originally supposed too. As the basic story was laid out during the end of Dreamwave. Then retooled to fit into IDW's fiction.

Back when IDW said they would reprint Dreamwave there was an idea floating around about continuing the War Within series, this is where the Megatron Origins spawned, however I think it was after they decided not to continue with WW. A shame really, WW was a good read and it would have been great for IDW to continue on with it, the potential for some great stories is still there, plus they could have also incorperated Spotlights that took place during WW that had some effect on the events of the G1 "tion" saga's.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

Megatron Origin does seem to be in continuity with WW in many ways, Sentinal Prime not holding The Matrix being the main one for me. Who knows, maybe it is meant to be in continuity but it also changed a few things to fit the new story, sort of like a re-boot like many of the CB movies we are getting today.

[B4rr1c4de]

I start my week of nights tonight @ work, so I'm gonna read all of Reign Of Starscream. I know it's late, but I just haven't had time.

**EDIT**

Read it last night. Thought it was ok, nothing amazing. I was quite burnt out by the end of it, felt it was one issue too long. Still looking forward to DESTINY though!

[The Lizard]

This panel from Maximum Dinobots #1 was pretty cool, so I thought I'd just post it here for fun...

http://img183.imageshack.us/img183/7285/grimlockcomickj3.jpg

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

^Grimlock looks awesome there!

[Dragons Claws]

I've heard te Marvel G2 comics have been put into 2 graphic novels, does anyone know the names of them?

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

I've heard te Marvel G2 comics have been put into 2 graphic novels, does anyone know the names of them?

Dark Designs
http://www.amazon.com/Transformers-Designs-Titan-Graphic-Novels/dp/184023525X/ref=cm_syf_dtl_txt_15

Rage in Heaven
http://www.amazon.com/Transformers-Heaven-Titan-Graphic-Novels/dp/1840235284/ref=cm_syf_dtl_txt_16

[Dragons Claws]

Are they any good, anyone know?

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

I liked the G2 run....even with some of the quirkie ideas.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

Dark Designs
http://www.amazon.com/Transformers-Designs-Titan-Graphic-Novels/dp/184023525X/ref=cm_syf_dtl_txt_15

Rage in Heaven
http://www.amazon.com/Transformers-Heaven-Titan-Graphic-Novels/dp/1840235284/ref=cm_syf_dtl_txt_16

Have seen both of these on Amazon and wondered what they were, are they any good?

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

Have seen both of these on Amazon and wondered what they were, are they any good?

As I said above I liked the G2 books..

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

^Do you like them enough to recommend a purchase?

[sto_vo_kor_2000]

^Do you like them enough to recommend a purchase?

Its hard for me to recommend them to you with out knowing you very well....I dont know much about your taste in reading.

I know I would recommend them to one of my friends but not the other.....one prefers the G1 toon while the other the G1 comic.

I can tell you this....the book introduces the idea of non sexual TF reproduction....and in the end both sides join forces to deal with a common threat.

If that peeks your interest then by all means pick up the books.

[livrule]

I liked the G2 run....even with some of the quirkie ideas.

G2 was cool .... Some interesting ideas were played with and the whole War World/Swarm finale was epic.

Mind you the art was mostly a disaster with only Senior saving the day in parts.

[elgaz]

There are some excellent titles, particularly in G1 which I grew up with as a kid ........ in fact I bought a CD last year which has every single Transformers comic and annual scanned in as TIFFs, I've been re-reading them every since :D

[gkokujin]

Okay I was a die hard lover of Dreamwaves ruglar run of Transformers.

Once IDW acquired the titles, came out with theirs and i saw they involved some stupid kids, and didn't continue the awesome stories, i gave up.

Im a firm believer that humans should be in the way, not an integral part of the story. So should do you guys have any recommendations?

[Avangarde]

The kids have mostly been sidelined now, the only humans that have been seen recently are those of the Machination. It's purely TF stories now so you can return to the main series. All Hail Megatron is a good start as well as Maximum Dinobots. Plus the Spotlight's are still great.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

Its hard for me to recommend them to you with out knowing you very well....I dont know much about your taste in reading.

I know I would recommend them to one of my friends but not the other.....one prefers the G1 toon while the other the G1 comic.

I can tell you this....the book introduces the idea of non sexual TF reproduction....and in the end both sides join forces to deal with a common threat.

If that peeks your interest then by all means pick up the books.

Thanks for the info, i'll have a think about getting them.

The kids have mostly been sidelined now, the only humans that have been seen recently are those of the Machination. It's purely TF stories now so you can return to the main series. All Hail Megatron is a good start as well as Maximum Dinobots. Plus the Spotlight's are still great.

Does Maximum Dinobots follow AHM Avangarde?

[Avangarde]

Other way around, Dinobots fills the gap between Revelations and All Hail Megatron. It helps if you have read Spotlight Shockwave and Spotlight Grimlock.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

^I have all of the Spotlights, so Maximum Dinobots is set BEFORE AHM? Does it effect the story of AHM at all?

God this is confusing :cwink:.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

Okay, please tell me there is some more to the story after 'Revelations' as I just found the whole end of the affair to be a little abrupt.

Nova Prime and Galvatron were hyped up all series but turned out a little meak, I thought Sixshot would have a more important part in the story also, didnt he put some fight to Nova Prime and Jhiaxus? And there was no resolution with Sunstreaker, Scorponok or Hunter. Please tell me there is more to the story someone?

Loved the series as a whole, just expected and more drawn out ending, is Hardhead out for the count now as well? Arcee was awesome in the series also, as was Ultra Magnus.

[Terror Inc.]

i have the beginning of that new IDW series, but after E.J. quit drawing i quit reading, the artwork what crap compared to his, is it worth picking up again?

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

^To be honest I thought the whole storyline was fantastic, and well worth reading. I just hope All Hail Megatron is as good as it.

[Lunar_Wolf]

Is the All Hail Megatron series over?

I'm going to order some spotlight issues soon.

[Lunar_Wolf]

Is the All Hail Megatron series over?

I'm going to order some spotlight issues soon.

[Colossal Spoons]

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[Avangarde]

Is the All Hail Megatron series over?

I'm going to order some spotlight issues soon.

All Hail Megatron is a 12 part series, there are two Trade Papers with 6 issues in each. I'm guessing another series will surface to continue in the same continuity where AHM left off.

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[AVEITWITHJAMON]

^Do you know if there are any more TPB's between Revelations and All Hail Megatron Avangarde? Loved the ending of the Nova Prime story, but it all seemed to end a bit too quickly for me. It didnt explain what happened with Huner and Sunstreaker at all. Does AHM do this?

[Avangarde]

Maximum Dinobots is set between Revelations and AHM, I can't really say much more on Hunter and Sunstreaker but the Machination story arc continues.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

^Oh right thanks, so I guess reading AHM before MD is a no no then?

[Avangarde]

Actually I read AHM before MD, there isn't any reference between the two to make them feel out of order, all MD is is a glorified Spotlight.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

^Interesting, so is the Hunter and Sunstreaker stuff never resolved? Thats a bit crap as they didnt exactly give any closure.

[Shockdingo]

Oh the Hunter and sunstreaker stuff is covered in AHM to a large degree I might add. It's kind of a focal point in the story.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

Oh the Hunter and sunstreaker stuff is covered in AHM to a large degree I might add. It's kind of a focal point in the story.

Oh right, thats great, thanks, will be getting MD soon, then vol's 2 and 3 of AHM, cant wait till the spotlights go to TPB again also, I am especially looking forward to Jazz's.

[Lunar_Wolf]

Started to get into the comics-Was at AA this weekend and I picked up Beast Wars: The Gathering, All Hail Megatron 1 AA cover (Signed by Gregg Berger), Spotlight, Optimus, Hot Rod and Soundwave.

[SHADOWBAT69]

I cant wait for the new G1 ongoing to start.

[Avangarde]

While I didn't mind the saga structured releases, an ongoing series reminiscent of the old marvel releases will be great. I wonder if they will ignore the lore of the previous G1 stuff and start fresh or just continue on.

[SHADOWBAT69]

I would like to see a whole fresh start on it. I mean, we already had G1 as what we know it to be, so why go and just retell it? I wouldnt mind some fresh takes.

[Avangarde]

I was actually referring to the G1 IDW releases, ie picking up where All Hail Megatron left off.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

I was actually referring to the G1 IDW releases, ie picking up where All Hail Megatron left off.

While I havent read AHM yet, I do hope they carry on with a continuous storyling, as it makes it more entertaining to read IMO.

[SHADOWBAT69]

I was actually referring to the G1 IDW releases, ie picking up where All Hail Megatron left off.

Oh, okay, sorry. yeah, picking up from there would be okay.

[Lunar_Wolf]

I saw some new art for future AHM issues. Prowl gets punched in the face again :P

[moreprimeland]

I saw some new art for future AHM issues. Prowl gets punched in the face again :P
Poor Prowl, but don't give too much away, I'm waiting on the TPB #2, #3 to continue the AHM series.:grin:

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

^I know, he doesnt get much luck Prowl in the comics and no one seems to respect him, I like him as a character though.

[Lunar_Wolf]

Where did it all being for IDW. I started reading Infiltration-Is this the right place to start?
I'm also reading AHM. Are AHM and Infiltration set into different universe's?

[Avangarde]

Infiltration and AHM are apart of the same continuity. Most of the Spotlights seem to belong to this universe as well. It's been a while since I have looked at the early IDW publishing's, but I can remember a 4 part mini called Hearts of Steel that was set in an alternate time line. If I get time in the week ahead I might post a guide to all the IDW Transformers release, seeing as IDW are committed to TF's for some time it might help some new comers get a better understanding of whats out there before the new continuous series starts up.

[Avangarde]

Good news people, turns out the new continuous series will be set 3 years after All Hail Megatron. IDW will also be releasing Transfoermers Continuum, a 32 page TP that will summarize the last 5 years of the G1 stories to get people up to date before this new one begins. Expect Continuum and Transformers #1 to be released this November.

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

^God, havent even started AHM yet and there are 4 TPB's, then all this coming out! colour me a happy TF fan!