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Transformers-The original robots in disguise take on their newest form thanks to SOTA Toys!

SOTA Toys is proud to announce the Transformers Generation 1 Chess Set!

Based on the classic 80’s cartoon, the set will have the the Autobots and Decepticons facing off in a struggle for dominance.

The Autobots line up will include: Optimus Prime, Rodimus Prime Grimlock, Ultra Magnus, Jazz, and Bumblebee.

The Decepticons line up will include: Megatron, Galvatron, Starscream, Soundwave, Shockwave and Kickback.

Each piece will be approximately 3.5″ tall. Look for images to be released in December.

These robots will face off on a Classic Tranformers Gen1 themed chess board measuring approximately 17″ X 17″ X 3″.

Look for the Transformers Generation 1 Chess Set in the Spring of 2007, with and SRP of $299.99.

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According to BBTS the set will breakdown as follows:

The Autobots side of the board features:
King = Optimus Prime
Queen = Rodimus
Knight = Grimlock
Bishop = Ultra Magnus
Rook = Jazz
Pawn = Bumblebee

The Decepticon side of the board features:
King = Megatron
Queen = Galvatron
Knight = Starscream
Bishop = Soundwave
Rook = Shockwave
Pawn = Kickback

Thanks to ThunderBreak for the heads-up. But seriously, Rodimus and Galvatron are queen pieces? Eurch! For the love of…

From twf2005:

The next e-Hobby set will be G1 Cassette tapes.

The set will contain a special CD that is in conjunction with the Kissplay radio program for the Nippon Cultural Broadcasting Inc. The colors of the figures are believed to be influenced by the three voice actresses: Lyrian, Yui Kano, and Satomi Akesaka.

Included on the special CD is a re-arranged opening theme song of the first TF series in Japan. The package is illustrated by Yuki Oshima.