TransMissions Podcast - Everything Transformers!

There's a quality control issue with the new Titan Star Convoy, Beast Wars Funko Pops are available now, and there are rumors of Takara bringing us more Missing Link figures soon. All this and much, much more on this episode of TransMissions!

Order our exclusive Skybound Transformers #1 comic with cover art by E.J. Su!

Want some TransMissions swag? Check out our online shop, powered by TeePublic!

• Show Start [00:00:00]
• Intro [00:00:41]
  • Check out Dr. Pants on Nerdstrodamus!
  • New Donations!
  • Check out all episodes of Donatreon exclusive bonus show We Like Big Bots on our patreon page!
  • Empire Of Rust Episode 138 - Gears And Loathing In Lost Iacon is now available for everyone at http://transmissionspodcast.com/rust
  • Buy our exclusive Skybound Transformers #1 comic with artwork by EJ Su! Order now at https://transmissionspodcast.com/comic
  • Toyhax June 15% off promo code: HAXMISSION
• Quick Hits [00:04:49]
  • Transformers Age Of The Primes Titan Class Star Optimus Prime Possible Missasembled Chest Windows Issue
  • Age Of The Primes Deluxe Venin (Venom) Behind The Scenes
  • Infantry X Transformers 40th Anniversary Modular Mechanical Watches Kickstarter Live
  • Transformers Fans: Help influence an exciting new project
  • E-Hobby Exclusive Transformers Optimus Prime, Soundwave & Tarn Garage Kits Official Images & Product Information
    • E-Hobby Exclusive Transformers Garage Kits Production Sample Images
    • E-Hobby Exclusive Transformers Garage Kits Announcement
  • Hasbro Pulse Transformers Fanstream Announced For June 24th
  • Rumor: Missing Link Ironhide, Ratchet & Decepticon Coming?
  • Funko Pop Beast Wars Transformers First Look
  • Pulsecon Exclusive Commander Armada Nemesis Prime & Vorpal Saber Listing Found
• Trips To The Store [00:36:50]
• Feedback [00:46:00]
• Closing [01:03:36]

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After forging a fragile alliance with the Harmonium, Carapace, Sweet Spot, Magnum, and Spindrift return to Cybertron—accompanied by four new ambassadors eager to witness the beating spark of their galactic neighbor. But even amidst the bustle of Iacon, the team finds no rest. As upgrades are made and gear is purchased, an unexpected piece of news sends ripples through the group. An old ally... is gone. Downtime turns to reflection, and the shadows of the past begin to stir.

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Intro - Level Up! [0:00:00]

Chapter 1 - Home Sweet Cybertron [0:15:44]

Chapter 2 - Spindrift Swindles Swindle [0:25:26]

Chapter 3 - Beast Mode [0:40:02]

Chapter 4 - Starscream Gone But Not Forgotten [0:53:36]

Closing [1:12:12]

If you enjoy Empire of Rust, please rate us and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and Spotify! These ratings greatly help podcasts become more discoverable to other people using those services and is an easy way to help out our show.

TransMissions Podcast Network presents: the world's first and only Transformers RPG actual play podcast! Conceived, developed, and run by TransMissions Podcast producer and editor Michael Ordway (@minervion), this podcast combines the tabletop role playing game (RPG) experience (think Dungeons and Dragons) with the setting, universe, and characters of the Transformers into an actual play podcast. Each episode records the gaming sessions as the player characters experience the adventures planned and designed by the game master (GM). The RPG system being used is based on Starfinder, a sci-fi variant of Pathfinder, combined with elements of the Transformers-themed Mechamorphosis d20 system (more info here).

Empire of Rust takes place in the IDW Comics Transformers Universe that ran from 2005 to 2018. It is set at the beginning of the "First Strike" storyline that was published in 2017. But while the starting point is based on the events of the first issue of First Strike - where Earth is being inducted into the Cybertronian Council of Worlds - the story of Empire of Rust will be very different. So if you've read the comics, don't think you know what's going to happen!

The players have all created original Transformer characters to take part in this adventure, but they're sure to encounter some familiar faces in their adventures on Cybertron, and beyond.

Cast:

• Game Master, Narrator, & NPCs (Non-Player Characters) - Michael Ordway
• Magnum and Pythagoras - Matthew G
• Spindrift - Mike M
• Carapace - Patrick Finn
• Sweet Spot - Adam Atchue
• Additional Voices - Brandon Ouellette

Special Thanks:

• Teletraan 1 Outro - Derek Bigesby

• Website transmissionspodcast.com
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• e-mail ([email protected])

We get some R&R with The Baroness and Covergirl as we review Skybound's G.I. Joe #8. All this and much, much more on this episode of TransMissions Alt Mode!

Order our exclusive Skybound Transformers #1 comic with cover art by E.J. Su!

Want some TransMissions swag? Check out our online shop, powered by TeePublic!

• Show Start [00:00:00]
• Intro [00:00:25]
  • Check out Dr. Pants on Nerdstrodamus!
  • Check out all episodes of Donatreon exclusive bonus show We Like Big Bots on our Patreon page!
  • The bonus uncut version of Episode 138 - Gears And Loathing In Lost Iacon is available for Donatreons! The regular version will be up next week, June 23rd! Get all of Empire of Rust at http://transmissionspodcast.com/rust
  • Buy our exclusive Skybound Transformers #1 comic with artwork by EJ Su! Order now at https://transmissionspodcast.com/comic
  • Toyhax 15% off June promo code: HAXMISSION
• Comics News [00:03:06]
  • Transformers Compendium Vol 1 Spotted on Local Comic Book Store Shelf
  • Skybound's Transformers UK Compendium, Book One: Available For Amazon Pre-Order
• Skybound G.I. Joe #8 Spoiler Comic Review [00:05:46]
• Media News [00:37:08]
  • Transformers One Available For Streaming On Netflix In Latin America
  • Paramount Confirms No Plans For Transformers One Sequel
• Convention News [00:47:38]
  • Transformers Movie visual effects artist Christopher Lee Zammit to attend TFcon Toronto 2025
• Feedback [00:48:22]
• Closing [00:51:05]

If you enjoy TransMissions, please rate us and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! These ratings greatly help podcasts become more discoverable to other people using those services and is an easy way to help out our show.

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On this episode we've got videos of figures from the new Cyberworld toy line, DNA Design is upgrading Studio Series 86 Devastator, and Hasbro's latest fan stream shows off a bunch of new bots… except Studio Series 86 Megatron.

The Decepticons make their move as we review the action-packed Transformers #21. All this and much, much more on this episode of TransMissions Alt Mode!

Order our exclusive Skybound Transformers #1 comic with cover art by E.J. Su!

Want some TransMissions swag? Check out our online shop, powered by TeePublic!

• Show Start [00:00:00]
• Intro [00:00:34]
  • Check out all episodes of Donatreon exclusive bonus show We Like Big Bots on our patreon page!
  • Empire Of Rust Episode 137 - The Great Machine Gets An Upgrade is now available for everyone at http://transmissionspodcast.com/rust
  • Buy our exclusive Skybound Transformers #1 comic with artwork by EJ Su! Order now at https://transmissionspodcast.com/comic
  • Toyhax 15% off June promo code: HAXMISSION
• Skybound Transformers #21 Spoiler Review [00:02:43]
• Transformers Media News [00:26:25]
  • Transformers Wild King Episode 6 Available Online
  • 'The General Insurance' Commercial Featuring ROTB Bumblebee & Shaquille O'Neal
• Convention News [00:30:38]
  • Jack Lawrence To Attend TFNation 2025
  • Simon Furman to Attend TFNation 2025
  • Transformers artist Andrew Griffith to attend TFcon Toronto 2025
  • Transformers voice actor Daran Norris to attend TFcon Chicago 2025
• Closing [00:35:56]

If you enjoy TransMissions, please rate us and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! These ratings greatly help podcasts become more discoverable to other people using those services and is an easy way to help out our show.

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Takara shows off their Transformers/Diaclone/Zoids crossover, TFW2005 has an interview with Hasbro designer Mark Maher, and there's a bunch of leaks for new bots coming in 2026 and 2027. All this and much, much more on this episode of TransMissions!

Order our exclusive Skybound Transformers #1 comic with cover art by E.J. Su!

Want some TransMissions swag? Check out our online shop, powered by TeePublic!

• Show Start [00:00:00]
• Intro [00:00:38]
  • Check out all episodes of Donatreon exclusive bonus show We Like Big Bots on our patreon page!
  • Empire Of Rust Episode 137 - The Great Machine Gets An Upgrade is now available for everyone at http://transmissionspodcast.com/rust
  • Buy our exclusive Skybound Transformers #1 comic with artwork by EJ Su! Order now at https://transmissionspodcast.com/comic
  • Toyhax 15% off June promo code: HAXMISSION
• Quick Hits [00:04:00]
  • Cang Toys TA-Hylo Brontosolid (Generations Scale Sludge)
  • TFW x Mark Maher Q&A – AOTP, Haslabs, Commanders, More!
  • Transformers 40th Anniversary Selection Lio Convoy Official Release Date Update
  • Official reveals of Studio Series TFOne and 86 Scavenger, Mixmaster, & Megatron from last week
    • Transformers Studio Series Transformers One Deluxe Starscream Official Stock Images
    • Studio Series TFO Deluxe Elita One New Stock Images
    • Transformers Studio Series Deluxe Scavenger & Voyager Mixmaster Official Stock Images
    • Transformers Studio Series Leader Class G1 Megatron Official Stock Images
  • Hasbro Pulse Transformers Fanstream Announced For June 10th
  • Takara Dramatic Capture Series Reflector, Thundercracker (& Kremzeek!) Set Official Images [00:21:26]
  • Newage Toys H65 Keaton (Legends Scale Hoist) Color Prototype
  • Takara MPG-18 Masterpiece Hauler Official Images
  • SDCC 2025 Exclusive Void Rivals Jetfire With Darak and Solila First Look
  • Takara Missing Link C-09 Anime Bumblebee & Cliffjumper Official Images
  • Takara Synergenex Transformers x Zoids x Diaclone Shield-D-Prime Official Stock Images & Price
    • Takara Tomy Zoids x Diaclone x Transformers: Shield D Prime Promotional Video
    • Takara Tomy Synergenex Transformers x Zoids x Diaclone Shield-D-Prime Official Promotional Video
  • Target Exclusive Studio Series and Age of the Primes Figures now up for Pre-Order
  • New 2026 (& 2027?!) Listings Found – Age Of The Primes, Studio Series, Titan & Commander Info, Exclusives, More! [00:36:12]
• Trips To The Store [00:47:06]
• Closing [01:00:17]

If you enjoy TransMissions, please rate us and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! These ratings greatly help podcasts become more discoverable to other people using those services and is an easy way to help out our show.

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With the Quartet gathered and Prime Arbiter Cortex ready to speak, Carapace, Sweet Spot, Magnum, and Spindrift stand before the leadership of the Harmonium to receive their long-awaited recognition. A stirring speech from Cortex signals a historic shift—Harmonium will seek alliance with Cybertron. But as rewards are given and honors bestowed, one voice among the Quartet remains conspicuously silent...

We want to hear your feedback! Post a comment here or email feedback for Empire Of Rust directly to [email protected]!

Want some TransMissions swag? Check out our online shop, powered by TeePublic!

Like what we're doing and want to help make our podcast even better?

If you already support us, thank you!

Intro [0:00:00]

Chapter 1 - Harmony In The Harmonium [0:08:37]

Chapter 2 - Magnum Maximus [0:30:31]

Chapter 3 - Triumphant Return [0:55:29]

Closing [1:13:56]

If you enjoy Empire of Rust, please rate us and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and Spotify! These ratings greatly help podcasts become more discoverable to other people using those services and is an easy way to help out our show.

TransMissions Podcast Network presents: the world's first and only Transformers RPG actual play podcast! Conceived, developed, and run by TransMissions Podcast producer and editor Michael Ordway (@minervion), this podcast combines the tabletop role playing game (RPG) experience (think Dungeons and Dragons) with the setting, universe, and characters of the Transformers into an actual play podcast. Each episode records the gaming sessions as the player characters experience the adventures planned and designed by the game master (GM). The RPG system being used is based on Starfinder, a sci-fi variant of Pathfinder, combined with elements of the Transformers-themed Mechamorphosis d20 system (more info here).

Empire of Rust takes place in the IDW Comics Transformers Universe that ran from 2005 to 2018. It is set at the beginning of the "First Strike" storyline that was published in 2017. But while the starting point is based on the events of the first issue of First Strike - where Earth is being inducted into the Cybertronian Council of Worlds - the story of Empire of Rust will be very different. So if you've read the comics, don't think you know what's going to happen!

The players have all created original Transformer characters to take part in this adventure, but they're sure to encounter some familiar faces in their adventures on Cybertron, and beyond.

Cast:

• Game Master, Narrator, & NPCs (Non-Player Characters) - Michael Ordway
• Magnum and Pythagoras - Matthew G
• Spindrift - Mike M
• Carapace - Patrick Finn
• Sweet Spot - Adam Atchue
• Additional Voices - Brandon Ouellette

Special Thanks:

• Teletraan 1 Outro - Derek Bigesby

• Website transmissionspodcast.com
• Twitter: @trnsmissions
• Instagram: transmissions_podcast
• Facebook: facebook.com/trnsmissionspodcast
• e-mail ([email protected])

Beachhead goes black ops as we review Skybound's G.I. Joe #7. All this and much, much more on this episode of TransMissions Alt Mode!

Order our exclusive Skybound Transformers #1 comic with cover art by E.J. Su!

Want some TransMissions swag? Check out our online shop, powered by TeePublic!

• Show Start [00:00:00]
• Intro [00:00:35]
  • Check out all episodes of Donatreon exclusive bonus show We Like Big Bots on our patreon page!
  • The bonus uncut version of Episode 137 - The Great Machine Gets An Upgrade is available for Donatreons! The regular version will be up next week, June 9th! Get all of Empire of Rust at http://transmissionspodcast.com/rust
  • Buy our exclusive Skybound Transformers #1 comic with artwork by EJ Su! Order now at https://transmissionspodcast.com/comic
  • Toyhax June 15% off promo code: HAXMISSION
• G.I. Joe #7 Spoiler Comic Review [00:05:01]
• Media News [00:34:40]
  • My Nezha And Transformers Cartoon To Appear At The China International Cartoon & Animation Festival
  • Transformers Cyberworld First Trailer
  • Collector's Call MeTV episode
    • "Transformers" on the next Collector's Call on MeTV
• Convention News [00:45:00]
  • John-Paul Bove To Attend TFNation 2025
  • James Roberts To Attend TFNation 2025
• Closing [00:47:26]

If you enjoy TransMissions, please rate us and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! These ratings greatly help podcasts become more discoverable to other people using those services and is an easy way to help out our show.

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On this episode Takara gives Japanese backers of HasLab Omega Prime a little something extra, Dr. Wu has some more 3rd Party Decepticon cassettes, and we get the big reveal of Studio Series 86 Megatron…before Hasbro wanted us to.

• Intros
• Promos
• Thanks Donatreons!
• Check out all episodes of Donatreon exclusive bonus show We Like Big Bots on our Patreon page!
• The bonus uncut version of Episode 137 - The Great Machine Gets An Upgrade is available for Donatreons! The regular version will be up next week, June 9th! Get all of Empire of Rust at http://transmissionspodcast.com/rust
• Buy our exclusive Skybound Transformers #1 comic with artwork by EJ Su! Order now at https://transmissionspodcast.com/comic
• Toyhax May promo code: HAXMISSION
• Toyhax $10 Gift Code May Drawing
• Toy News
• HasBlab
• Takara Tomy Haslab God Fire Convoy (Omega Prime) Packaging Sleeve First Look
• DNA Design Omega Prime repair kit
• Quick Hits
• Hot Wheels x Transformers Color Shifters Tracks First Look
• Studio Series Deluxe AOE Widowmaker First Look
• Transformers Earthspark Optimus Prime Battle Trailer In-Hand Images
• Transformers Wild King Wave 3 Official Stock Images
• Dr Wu DW-E61 Brutality & DW-E62 Slaughter (G1 Slugfest & Overkill) Color Prototypes
• DNA Design DK-38A Upgrade Kit For Legacy Motormaster/Menasor
• Takara Dramatic Capture Series Thundercracker & Reflector Set Teased
• Studio Series 86 Deluxe Scavenger & Full Constructicon Team First Look
• New Takara Studio Series Figures Teased – Leader 86 Megatron & Deluxe TFO Starscream Silhouettes Revealed!
• Discussion Topic - Studio Series 86 Megatron Leaked
• Picture Gallery
• Transformation Video
• Trips To The Store
• Feedback / Questions