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Thanks to Hobby Ark's page we have news of the Takara Tomy Transformers Prime AM19 Nightmare Unicron Exclusive figure that we reported on previously. It is not sure if this is the same as the "Darkness" version with a new / translated name. This is the limited black repaint of version of the AM-19 Gaia Unicron release. Like the original, Nightmare Unicron will combine with AM-25 Black Optimus Prime (Nemesis Prime) to become Dark Night Optimus Prime action figure! The toy is listed for a price of $80 SGD / $65 USD with a release slated for the end of March 2013. Read the Full News Story Here

Asian culture has some interesting memes that seem to make their way around from one popular cultures property to another. Transformers have been infected by a number of these trends such the gashaphon / candy toys, super deformed styles figures and now we have the sleeping kiity meme that has captured Optimus Prime as a cute little feline napping on a pillow. The images posted to Meteor Operations don't include a company name or release information at this time. Read the Full News Story Here

Thanks to vc410 (Vincent) at HK-TF who has posted a many in-hand images of the Takara Tomy Transformers Asia exclusive APS-01 Striker Optimus Prime action figure. Get a look at the box and many new shots of the action figure out of the box that show the toy based on the Dark Of The Moon Striker Optimus Prime in robot mode with with new metallic paint applications, chrome grill, and special battle blades that have been added to this set. Check out the images of Transformers Asia APS-01 Striker Optimus Prime now. Read the Full News Story Here

Gosh, if there ever was a rumor I didn't want to be true. It was this one just in via MTV Geek that Disney and Hasbro are in talks about an acquisition. With the pocket-book open and Star Wars in the cart, it seem the Mouse is looking for more cheese in Hasbro's library of brands including Transformers, My Little Pony, GI Joe, Battleship, Nerf, Magic: The Gathering, Monopoly, and literally 100s of toys and games kids have grown up with for decades. Read the Full News Story Here

IDW Publishing have sent out an 5 page preview of the Transformers: Regeneration One #85 that will be out tomorrow. Get a sneak peek at the story: ONE WILL FALL! As the first Regeneration One arc concludes, two Transformers legends clash�for the last time! This one�s so packed with triumph, tragedy and everything in between, we can�t say much more. If you�re a fan of titanic, all-out action, this is the one for you. If you're of a sensitive disposition - look away now! See the preview, cover and more info after the jump. Read the Full News Story Here

Thanks to Uranus over at ACToys who has posted some new in-hand images of the FansProject WB003 Warbot Assaulter action figure. These are the best images we have seen yet of the triple changer action figure that is arguably a homage to the Generation 1 Broadside character. There's little to compare with the G1 toy really. Assaulter has an fantastic battle cruiser mode, bad ass jet mode and the robot is pretty dang sweet too. All making for a real winner that everyone is gonna want after seeing these images. Check out the full image gallery for FansProject WB003 Warbot Assaulter now. Read the Full News Story Here

Meteor Operation have posted news and images for the new Beelzeboss Healing Hands Custom Kit. This kit will transform your TFP Ratchet into a IDW style First Aid figure! The set includes the following accessories: IDW style headsculpt of First Aid, IDW style headsculpt of First Aid (with microscope), IDW style chest armor, and Handheld healing device. The pricing and release date are still to be announced. Check out the image below for more details now. Read the Full News Story Here

More news just in on the Project X Genesis War For Cybertron Omega Supreme action figure. The official thrid party page has been updated with new images that finally give us the FULL reveal of the Genesis figure as well as some close up looks at the Claw Hand that is as bigger than a deluxe class toy on its own. The figure will feature Genesis tech-lighting components and more that you can can see after the jump. Read the Full News Story Here

Thanks to BBTS we have news and images of the Make Toys MakeToys MB-01-SP1 Missile Launcher Jungle Type action figure set. Also announced is the MB-01-SP2 Missile Launcher Marine Type set. These sets are estimated to arrive in December 2012 with a pre-order price of $54.99 USD. Check out the images of both sets for more details. Pre-order them now at bigbadtoystore.com. Read the Full News Story Here

Hobby Ark have released an image of the much anticipated Xovergen TrailerForce TF-01 Ultimate Power Master Prime upgrade kit for the Transformers Classics Optimus Prime action figure. The set turns the voyager class toy in a full-blown God Ginrai / Power Master Prime homage. Here we have a look at the box and package design that you can see below for the full reveal. Read the Full News Story Here