Seibertron.com Transformers Twincast/podcast

Our discussion agenda was simple and it went a little something like this ... Botcon, Botcon, and more BOTCON! From the early displays on Friday, to the new reveals on Saturday, we discuss Titans Return, the Platinum set exclusives, the new set of Club figures, and we spend a heavy dose of time comparing the HASBRO vs. UNITE WARRIORS COMPUTRON sets with the real winner being, us, the fans! A couple of other topics that are also touched on are what we wanted to see, or wanted to see more of, and didn't, including those little teasers that we we were given: once at the end of the slide show presentation and once on the cross-sell for Liokaiser. Having both been Botcon veterans, we too reminisce about Botcons and exclusives past, and where and what the future might hold, with no real answers, but plenty of questions. After we wrap up those proceedings, there's more! This epic show continues with an interview, featuring special guests from Hasbro, Brand Marketing Manager Ben Montano and Product Designer Ed Masiel

Your Botcon recap show starts with none other than the journey to the show itself! Seibertron, Starscream, and Dr. Va'al himself hit the road from Chicago to Louisville and recap the history of the show. But first, comics talk. It all starts out with Megatron: Origin. Dr. Va'al leads a deep dive through how that foundation has led to the current events with Megatron in MTMTE. Road trip conversations seem to go anywhere. Even Pretenders come up along the way, with thoughts about what could happen if they mastered all the things. They'll frame up the ongoing conversation about the Titan Master gimmick. The Botcon set itself then takes over the focus, including the Dawn of the Predacus boxed set and attendee freebie Terrorsaur. A look back at Botcons of the past continues the conversation. Relive memories of the past with all your Botcon pals like Deathsaurus, Tyrese, Clench, and more. That wasn't the only crew headed out on the open road. Scotty P and Razorclaw0000 wearily pass the last hour of their road trip

The recurring Beast Wars TV series re-watch continues, and on this episode the sixth, seventh, and eighth episodes of the series gets a retrospective analysis from the Twincast crew. After this, multiple questions from listeners of the show are answered, with the first regarding Transformers toy lines with thematic play patterns such as Hasbro's Generations Combiner Wars and Titans Returns line-up. After looking into our crystal balls with the second listener question, we jump over to our third and final listener inquiry by talking about the balance between complexity and design considerations in Transformers toys. The ongoing Transformers comic from IDW Publishing has had it's 51st issue hit stands, and the podcast crew discusses their thoughts on the issue and its place within the overall storyline. The show winds down with two roundtable discussions, the first of which involves collecting "Holy Grails" and what each cast member considers to fit that category. The recurring "Bragging Rights" segment retur

The recurring Beast Wars TV series re-watch continues, and on this episode the third, fourth, and fifth episodes of the series gets a retrospective analysis from the Twincast crew. After this the show goes into lengthy review and discussion of the milestone Transformers comic issues from IDW Publishing. The fiftieth issues of both "The Transformers" and "More Than Meets The Eye" are in shops now, so the cast breaks down each issue with an in depth analysis and provides opinions and predictions on where the books go from here. After this the upcoming Transformers Masterpiece Delta Magnus from Takara gets a quick look over, as well as recent releases in the Masterpiece line of Ironhide and Hot Rodimus. With news of the end of Botcon and the Transformers Collectors' Club as we know it, we take a look back at the years of the operation, and then take another retrospective of the soon to sunset Transformers Battle Tactics from DENA games. After this, we look to the horizon with Space Ape's soon to be released

ec2c27a22dba722e5f5cc99b1a6d266b.jpgToy Fair 2016 gave us a look at the latest Transformers toy product reveals from Hasbro, including the highly anticipated Generations Titans Return lineup. Fortress Maximus leads in to the conversation as it later covers other new Transformers Generations products such as Powermaster Optimus Prime, Sentinel Prime, Chromedome, Mindwipe, and Blurr, as well as Legends figures such as Wheelie and Rumble. Product discussion doesn't end there, as we also take a look at upcoming Platinum Edition, Robots in Disguise, and Rescue Bots toys. The recurring Beast Wars TV series re-watch continues! After some other brief discussion about new Toy Fair product, the show concludes with a special segment in honor of Valentine's Day that you won't want to miss.

e358021b52da3f7aecd76e604506f130.jpgWe start out with more listener questions, beginning with a brief discussion over sticker placement on Takara's Arms Micron series Rumble and Frenzy toys. After that we answer a question related to availability at our local stores. We wrap up listener questions with a look at different types of Transformers fiction, in a pseudo continuation of our discussions from the previous episode of the show. Some current events talk is next, with a look at IDW Publishing's Sins of the Wreckers issue 3, followed by a brief chat regarding recently leaked images of more of the upcoming Titans Return line. Combiner Wars continue on after this, as the cast picks a favorite between popular Transformers combiner characters Superion and Bruticus. The particular winner of this mock battle may surprise listeners. The cast then begins a discussion of their new viewing of the Beast Wars cartoon television series for the twentieth anniversary of the show. Episode 1 of Beast Wars is discussed on th

ae7cafca6c11deb5489ec34c957a5b8d.jpgThis episode starts out with a double dose of excellent listener questions, beginning with a debate over which Combiner Wars Deluxe Class Transformers Toys are the best. Once we move on from that, we take a look at the overall story arc of IDW Publishing's Transformers comics, after our listener question points out a peculiarity of the supposed direction of the books. From there, the recently revealed Titans Return Leader Class Soundwave from Hasbro sets a backdrop for discussing the use of gimmicks once associated with certain characters being brought over to toys of characters whose fiction never utilized those same gimmicks. The gears change after that with a look ahead to the upcoming second season of Transformers: Robots in Disguise, with the cast outlining their hopes for the series. A discussion and debate about the merits of a Transformers universe multi-verse follows, then we finish up the show with our not Generations or Masterpiece edition of the recurring Br

db70178fca94980bf7354d4e08a0c93e.jpgThis episode starts out with a debate and deconstruction of IDW Publishing's "Sins of the Wreckers" number two, with the crew breaking down the content of the issue and offering their opinions on the plot, and its potential for advancement, thus far. The show then moves on to some day dreaming about the tenth anniversary of the Transformers Beast Wars franchise, describing in detail what they'd like to see from this upcoming yearlong event. A fascinating listener question then follows regarding Decepticon faction symbols and their orientation. This leads in to a special discussion about the original Transformers "Generation One" and its place in today's fan community. The show then puts a final definitive cap on 2015, including the holiday season and gifts given to others. A look ahead on hopes for the Transformers brand in 2016 caps off a fun show.

f029d9bb557688df0ea00b9ff073eeed.jpgThe crew looks back at an amazing 2015 in the world of Transformers, focusing on some of our favorite toys, games, TV episodes, and comics. We then take listener questions dealing with a variety of topics, including our thoughts on large displays for Transformers such as Fortress Maximus, the recently released Star Wars: The Force Awakens, and even what Generation One toy reissues we'd still like to see released down the line. With the holidays almost behind us, we each pick out our best score from all the sales available to consumers at this time of year, which even extend to Transformers. Finally, we discuss the recently released Hasbro Combiner Wars Combaticons which merge to form Bruticus, as well as look ahead to Takara's Unite Warriors Grand Galvatron.

4a2c448feb3cfafb6c2abb2ee1ab88c3.jpgWe start with Sins of the Wreckers #1 and move on to More Than Meets The Eye #47 The big toy news is the announcement of Titan Class Titans Returns Fortress Maximus. In the tradition of Windblade and Victorian, Hasbro opened up voting for the next Titan Class figure to us, the loyal and oh-so opinionated fans. In more Titans Returns news, we have talk about the upcoming Powermaster Optimus Prime. Another reveal: Combiner Wars G2 Bruticus. Mini-Cons, Fracture, Overload, Crazybolt ... RID seems to have it all. Are these your go-to Saturday morning companions, or merely oddball additions to your TF:Prime shelves? Next up we talk about Million Publishing's Dogfight and Runamuck. We finish up the Twincast with some bragging rights!

223748a77f2dde260a24b3d35b399495.jpgThis episode of the Twincast starts out with a discussion of the details surrounding next year's Botcon 2016 convention. Next, IDW's latest Transformers comic book, Transformers More Than Meets The Eye #46 is analyzed along with the short preview for the next installment of the series. After that, the recently released Masterpiece Tracks, which has shown up in person for one of the cast, is discussed. Some other toy talk, including Masterpiece Ratchet and newly revealed products for Transformers Robots in Disguise, come next after this. Then, we move on to a special topic surrounding our collecting habits in an era where Hasbro's main Transformers toy line is focused on figures for kids and collectors - but are we those collectors anymore? The show wraps up with a discussion on odd, yet sometimes appealing knock-off Transformers, as well as the regular "Bragging Rights" segment where the cast talks about their latest Transformers product acquisitions.

54d4a2073eed6a331a8969581f7685c9.jpgIDW's latest books, The Transformers #46 and Transformers: Redemption, are analyzed by the cast. After that, the newly revealed Masterpiece Ramjet is broken down as what we know, and don't, comes into focus. Upcoming re-paint and re-tool figures coming early next year from Combiner Wars and from e-hobby are discussed, leading into our thoughts on recent Transformers Collectors' Club products. This includes both the recently received Figure Subscription Service 3 Krok, and the latest reveals of toys to be released exclusively at Botcon 2016. The show wraps up with a discussion on buyer's remorse related to exclusive figures that may lose their luster, as well as the regular "Bragging Rights" segment where the cast talks about their latest Transformers product acquisitions.

eac73e06f41e23d614fb3a77ca02e8da.jpgThis carefree episode features your host Counterpunch leading the way through a big group huddled around a recorder at TFcon USA 2015. Appearances from regulars Jon 3.0, Megatronus, Razorclaw0000, Scotty P, and Seibertron are also on tap, plus recurring guest Paul F, and Mooncake623 from our News Staff also makes his podcast debut! The second half of the episode then lets you listen in on TFcon USA's multi-podcast panel, featuring the Twincast's Scotty P among several Transformers podcasters from around the web.

a26b3b360f38895b49d48c076cefa256.jpghis special episode has Scotty P and Seibertron's News Administrator Va'al chatting with IDW Transformers comic author Nick Roche. Yes, you read right, this episode is all about the upcoming Transformers: Sins of the Wreckers from IDW Comics, and the author himself joins us to talk about the book and what it might bring readers. We'll tackle some truly hard questions and more!

eaa2a3124267b818151df6bb997f341f.gifWelcome to the latest episode of the Seibertron.com Twincast / Podcast. This episode features host Scotty P guiding cast members Counterpunch, Megatronus, Seibertron, and Tigertrack through the gauntlet of all the latest news and reveals from New York Comic Con 2015. Plus, Seibertron gets to sit down with the Hasbro Transformers brand team for a special Q&A session you won't want to miss!

53990d3d16c49e019551b2d384f64283.jpgListen as we discuss our thoughts about Windblade #7 as well as what we hope to see in the ongoing continuation of this storyline in 'Til All Are One. Next up is another entry in the Masterpiece line: Clampdown! Unite Warriors Groove is the bees' knees (or Defensor's, anyways). In-hand images of Combiner Wars Bruticus are upon us. It's time ... for a LISTENER QUESTION! Nemesis Maximo asks: "Where are the Classics Dinobots?" plus news staff member williamjames88 has a question: "When was it that you preferred the Hasbro version over the Takara version?" Our answers may surprise you! We finish up the Twincast with some bragging rights. Just as we finished recording, prototype images of Masterpiece Hot Rod and Shockwave drop, and the internet explodes!

b768e1fb1f4bcf0d5f22f5b0afc7119e.jpgWe start with a brief note on the location for Botcon 2016. The Club Subscription Service 4.0 sign up period has come and gone, and Thunder Mayhem is upon us! Speaking of the Subscription Service, 3.0 Tarantulus has arrived, to the delight of the Twincast crew. Comic time: More Than Meets the Eye #44 is out and we really liked it! Next up we discuss the upcoming Year of the Monkey Air Attack Optimus Primal done up in G1 Optimus Prime colors. We wrap up toy talk with Takara Tomy's Legends Starscream Super Mode (aka Thundercracker) plus prototype leaks of Combiners Wars Brawl and Onslaught. We finish up the Twincast with some bragging rights!

Several members of the Twincast filled out a recent Hasbro UK survey, and boy do we have thoughts about this. Plus, what's this about 3rd Party items? From there we move on to TCC Service 4.0 reveals. As of this writing, Bludgeon is the latest Club reveal, and Twincast reactions are mixed. Combiner Wars wave 4 and Optimus Maximus are here! Will these versions spur us to replace our Classics and Universe figures? We've got some interesting redecos coming out of the Transformers Adventures line, including legends class Override and Runabout, and the ever-stoic and much vaunted deluxe class Vehicon General. We've end up back to the Masterpiece line, and we still have some gripes about the upcoming MP-27 Ironhide. Also, what's with this red Bumblebee? We finish up the Twincast with some bragging rights!

We jump right in with some discussion on the new Robots in Disguise Deployers and Minicons and we also discuss the TRU exclusive Clash of the Transformers subline. Takara seems to be pulling out all the stops with their new TAV line, which coincides with Robots In Disguise. Case in point, TAV21 Optimus Prime. Next we dive into some comics. Our comic gurus take on IDW's Transformers issue #44. The Transformers Collectors Club's new Transformers / G.I. Joe crossovers are available: Marissa Faireborn with Afterbreaker and Old Snake with the Advanced Stealth B.A.T. duo. Masterpiece G2 Bumblebee has shipped and many of us have him in hand. Is this a Masterpiece figure that every G2 enthusiast or masterpiece collector needs? Well, you'll have to tune in to find out what we think of this little gold bug. We finish up this episode with a round of bragging rights.

We start off with comic-talk, specifically Transformers #43 and the more divisive MTMTE #43 with Holo-matter avatars abound! Listen in for some strong opinions. Only a select few of the Twincast crew are caught up on the RID Cartoon as we ask one question: WHY? Listen in as we compare RID to its predecessors, discuss its strengths and weaknesses. Next up is Transformers Subscription Service Impactor which the Twincast agrees is COOL! Time for some Masterpiece talk featuring MP-11T Thundercracker and MP27 Ironhide! Doctor McGrath asks "Combiner Wars Devastator looks great, but where does he fit in your collection?" We finish up with some bragging rights!