How's it going....?

[Rodimus Prime]

So, I guess I better introduce myself.

I'm Hot Rod. Been a TF fan since I first saw the "Arrival from Cybertron"(More Than Meets The Eye 1 - 3) video back in the 80's.

Loved Optimus Prime, Prowl and Starscream the second I saw them. After Prime died in the movie, I kinda lost interest in the show and toys. Didn't get back into the whole scene in a big way until the Armada videogame came out years later.

Since then, I've been playing catch up with the comics, Beast Wars/Machine and all the Japanese stuff and it's been fantastic. Not everything is perfect or comes close to my love of the original toys and show, but some of the stuff we're getting is pretty close. Especially TF Animated.

The first TF toy I remember getting was Metroplex, along with Blitzwing and Ultra Magnus one Christmas. Lookin' back, I can only remember getting my fourth and final childhood TF Rodimus Prime the following year for my birthday. The rest of my TF line was made up off K.O. figures and GoBots.

Though I did come across some fairly mangled Diaclone figures in my folks attic this year. This and this, to be exact. My dad is from mainland Europe where you were able to buy Diaclone stuff.

I'm rambling anyway. Obviously, I'm a huge fan of Hot Rod as well and hope he makes it to the big screen.

I'm only really getting into the comics now, so I ain't to up on everything there.

The reason this board exists is because me and Soundwave felt that the Irish needed to be respresented in the fandom a little, which is why we set up the Myspace(with hopes of going .com at some point) and this forum.

So, here's hoping it all goes from strength to strength and thanks for your support and stuff.

Cheers
Hot Rod

[SOUNDWAVE]

yeah ,what he said.

But to elaborate, Welcome to Transformers Ireland Online Forum.

As Hot Rod said, this a forum by and for the Irish fans, but we welcome anyone who wants to join in from around the globe.

You are looking at this right now because in some way,shape of form, you like Transformers. Be you a self proclained hardcore fan, some one who rediscovered your child hood later thru the new cartoons/toylines, or someone who liked what they saw in the 2007 Movie, whatever the reason you are more than welcome to share with us your thoughts.

The Transformers Brand attracts a lot of diverse people due to it's multiple incarnations thru out the years, so hopefully you can meet and share with likemineded people about a multitude of topics, some may even not be Transformers related. You can talk about all things Cybertronian , both good and bad, what that entails is entirly up to you, all that we ask is that you don't attack or berate any fellow poster for their beliefs or thoughts.

We are not going be "GeeeWunner or nothing!" moderators, any new version of Transformers that has been since the Original line up has always put Transformers back in the spotlight and generates interest so no matter the series, the whole brand gets recognised, and to demonstrate this, we have dedicated sections to each series.

If you are a registered member ,your input is always appreciated. We don't claim to be the ultimate know it alls of all things Transformers, so share were you think appropriate. If you are just some one viewing or new to the world of the Robots in Disguise , then take some time and look around, you never know ,you may find some thing interesting or learn about the Transformers Universe.

As mentioned there are Fans from back when it started in 1984 as well as people who liked what they saw in the 2007 movie and want to find out more, people who believe the comic is better than the cartoon series and vice versa, we are not here to ostricise. So before you condemn us all to the stereotype that we are all nerds sitting around in dank basements/attics roaming the internet devoid of human contact trying to one up each other , take into account that we are normal people with normal lives. Many of us are married, have children, have happy and successful lives , and are extremely talented, what brings us all together- some where along the line, we got a toy,a comic or watched a cartoon about giant robots that turn into stuff. So before you judge us ,take a look at yourself.

So what are you waiting for , get posting or reading and meet some new friends.

Soundwave out.

[ready2rumble]

so i guess i better introduce myself too..

i'm a layyyyyydeee

I was introduced to the world of Transformers approx 7 years ago and although at first i didnt have the biggest interest, as time has gone on, i've seen a LOT in the broad spectrum of cartoons/merchandise/movies etc..

I by no means try to pass myself off as an expert or even the most hardcore fan, but i do appreciate the magnitude of something that at first glance seems nothing more than an 80's craze, but once you delve deeper you realise the awesomeness of this creation.

In the last 7 years i have received an education in everything i 'need to know' i have picked up my own favourites along the way and hey presto, one day i knew enough to form a valid opinion!! (i even have one or two toys of my own!)

So anyways, you'll see me around bobbin in and out, and hopefully i'll get to know ye all and have some craic!

xx ready2rumble xx

[Rodimus Prime]

So you finally got off your backside and posted something? Good on ya.