Transform and Roll Out


Book Description

Today, the Transformers franchise is a global phenomenon, thanks in large part to a record-breaking run of live-action blockbuster movies. But its roots lie in the 1980s, when it began as a range of toys before spinning off into a Marvel comic and a classic animated TV series. This book is the most comprehensive, authoritative guide ever to be published on that original incarnation of the Transformers (known officially as the 'Generation One' era). The toys, the comics and the animated series all receive in-depth coverage, with plot synopses, reviews and unprecedentedly detailed notes on the stories' continuity. In addition, the book contains essays on various aspects of the fiction and its production; biographical data for all key personnel; and much more besides. In short, this book contains everything a fan would ever need to know about the original incarnation of the Transformers. Whether you're a long-time devotee with a collection of battered old comics and VHS tapes, or a newcomer encountering the early years of the franchise for the first time through more recently-issued trade paperback reprints and DVDs, there is something here for everyone!




Transformers Animated: Transform and Roll Out


Book Description

A ragtag group of AUTOBOTS led by OPTIMUS PRIME are in a remote sector of CYBERTRON cleaning space bridges when they stumble upon the most import artifact in TRANSFORMERS history; the ALLSPARK! The DECEPTICONS who are only scary myths for many AUTOBOTS are in hot pursuit of the ALLSPARK; now this new band of AUTOBOTS must fight for their lives and the future of CYBERTRON. The AUTOBOTS are able to escape the DECEPTICONS and crash land on an unknown planet called Earth. They land in Lake Erie and remain in stasis for 50 years. Meanwhile, MEGATRON, sabotaged by STARSCREAM lost the ALLSPARK and fell to Earth in scattered pieces. A young scientist named Isaac Sumdac discovers him and uses his technology to create the modern robotics industry in Detroit. The AUTOBOTS awaken from stasis, during an emergency. Deciding to help the new organic life forms, they convert into emergency vehicles and fight off a scary creature. Unable to stay in disguise they change into their robot forms able to save the day! In doing so, they become new celebrities and heroes to the humans. OPTIMUS PRIME and his band of AUTOBOTS make Detroit their adopted home and vow to protect the ALLSPARK and Earth from the DECEPTICONS and anyone else who try and cause chaos. MEGATRON comes online during all of the commotion and discovers his headless body in Isaac?s lab! AUTOBOTS hold the key to his rise and eventual rule of the universe!




Transformers, Vol. 5: Chaos Theory


Book Description

"Originally published as Transformers issues #19-23."




What Is the Story of Transformers?


Book Description

Following the same format as the #1 New York Times Best-Selling Who Was? series, the What Is the Story of? series brings you the stories behind the most beloved characters of our time. "Autobots, Transform and Roll Out!" Drive along with some of the fiercest fighters ever in this biography of the Transformers that will have young readers ready to jump into action. Since the 1980s, the Transformers toy line has been defining the lives of children with its mighty heroes. But the Robots in Disguise have morphed into much more than just a toy line! This biography for young readers tells the incredible story of the tiny toys that became blockbuster movie stars, comic book heroes, and more. Ride along with Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, and Megatron as you learn the history of the Autobots, the Decepticons, and their legendary battles.




Transformers


Book Description

It’s a truck! Now it is a robot! It’s a Transformer! In this book, readers will explore the origins of iconic Transformers toys and their decades-long popularity. Special features such as fun facts, a timeline, a map, and an event profile will keep reluctant readers engaged as they transform into confident readers!




Transformers Animated


Book Description

Transformers Animated is the most whimsical Transformers series ever. The AllSpark Almanac II captures that magic with a wondrous examination of this amazing universe. This 220 page volume is packed with behind-the-scenes sketches, interesting facts, production artwork and musings from the characters themselves. Relive the thrill of the final season of Animated and learn what might have been had the show continued. Explore the metallic plains of Cybertron and meet its colorful denizens. Discover more about the action-figures that accompanied the cartoon. Hard-core fans and neophytes alike will find this an essential tome. You won’t want to miss it!




Transformers


Book Description

"Five years previously, Rodimus and a collection of traumatised, lovelorn and/or sarcastic Autobots set off on a quest to find Cyberutopia. So far, they've made a right hash of it. They've misplaced their map. They've lost their ship, the Lost Light, to a mutinous escapologist. Oh, and they're dead"--]cBack cover.




Transformers: The Ultimate Pop-Up Universe


Book Description

Transform Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, and friends in their battle against the Decepticons in this beautifully illustrated, interactive pop-up book inspired by the beloved Transformers franchise. TRANSFORMERS shift, change, and roll out to battle in this spectacular interactive pop-up adventure by best-selling paper engineer Matthew Reinhart. Open each page to explore a different part of the vast Transformers universe—then pull the tabs to watch the pop-ups transform into entirely new paper creations! Watch as the planet Cybertron changes into an epic battle on Earth. Then lookout for the mighty Autobot Omega Supreme as he rises off the page to smash Decepticon foes. In this epic pop-up experience, only you hold the power to make the Autobots and Decepticons turn from vehicles to robots and back again. Starring more than 35 iconic Transformers characters, including Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Megatron, Starscream, and more, Transformers: The Ultimate Pop-Up Universe offers fans new and old a pop-up experience they won't ever forget. Autobots, roll out! OFFICIAL TRANSFORMERS POP-UP BOOK: Join iconic transformers such as Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Megatron, and more as their expansive Transformers universe is brought to life in this immersive 3-D book. DISCOVER AWESOME TRANSFORMERS ART: Featuring beautiful illustrations created especially for this book, Transformers: The Ultimate Pop-Up Universe presents an array of never-before-seen stunning artwork. DOZENS OF SURPRISING POP-UPS: Packed with easter eggs and a wealth of hidden surprises to discover, Transformers: The Ultimate Pop-Up Universe is bursting with pop-ups, pull tabs, and other interactive features. AN ESSENTIAL VOLUME FOR YOUR TRANSFORMERS LIBRARY: Inventive, innovative, and eye-grabbing, Transformers: The Ultimate Pop-Up Universe is unlike any Transformers book on your shelf and a must-have for any fan.




Blender All-in-One For Dummies


Book Description

Create excellent 3D animations with free, open-source software When you’re looking for help with creating animation with Blender, look no further than the top-selling Blender book on the market. This edition of Blender For Dummies covers every step in the animation process, from basic design all the way to finished product. This book walks you through each project phase, including creating models, adding lighting and environment, animating objects, and building a final shareable file. Written by long-time Blender evangelist Jason van Gumster, this deep reference teaches you the full animation process from idea to final vision. With this fun and easy guide, you’re on your way toward making your animation dreams a reality. Set up Blender and navigate the interface Learn how to build models in virtual space Texture, light, and animate your figures—then render your final product Get help and inspiration from the Blender community If you’re new to Blender or an experienced user in need of a reference, Blender For Dummies is the easy-to-use guide for you.




The Power of Zero, Revised and Updated


Book Description

OVER 300,000 COPIES IN PRINT, WITH A NEW CHAPTER ON THE 2018 TAX CUTS. There's a massive freight train bearing down on the average American investor, and it's coming in the form of higher taxes. The United States Government has made trillions of dollars in unfunded promises for programs like Social Security and Medicare—and the only way to deliver on these promises is to raise taxes. Some experts have even suggested that tax rates will need to double, just to keep our country solvent. Unfortunately, if you're like most Americans, you've saved the majority of your retirement assets in tax-deferred vehicles like 401(k)s and IRAs. If tax rates go up, how much of your hard-earned money will you really get to keep? In The Power of Zero, McKnight provides a concise, step-by-step roadmap on how to get to the 0% tax bracket by the time you retire, effectively eliminating tax rate risk from your retirement picture. Now, in this expanded edition, McKnight has updated the book with a new chapter on the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, showing readers how to navigate the new tax law, and how they can extend the life of their retirement savings by taking advantage of it now. The day of reckoning is fast approaching. Are you ready to do what it takes to experience the power of zero?