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Post by browny87 on Feb 3, 2016 10:09:14 GMT
im hoping that roll out roll call will help get exclusives at TF Nation again as I definitely cant make roll out roll call now!
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Post by davetree on Feb 3, 2016 10:46:11 GMT
Welcome back Dave! Raloh is correct, there will be a lot of speculation on the behind the scenes stuff, there is always is. I'm sorry you feel folks have been overly critical, I certainly don't think that's anyone's intention - gossiping like old fishwives absolutely. I do agree with you the best element of any convention is the social aspect of it, AA, Transforce etc it's all been at the bar chatting afterwards or inbetween are where the really great moments have been. TFN (and certain members of AA) are absolutely greatful for your willingingness to champion other events and of course the lengths you've gone to, it certainly hasn't gone unnoticed by me, and I'm always happy to sing the praises of RORC, and if only my bloody work would confirm my holidays I'll be able to say for definite i can go this year! Hope you check in from time to time as I am sure there will be more than a few questions. Andy Thank you, I hope work comes back as would love you to pop the RORC cherry  Folks, feel free to fire away with any questions, I'll answer where possible |
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Post by davetree on Feb 3, 2016 10:49:24 GMT
Would it be terribly rude of me to post before hitting the intro' threads? It would wouldn't it? I'm terribly rude aren't I? I'm sure we'll live. Hi! I'm Billy. I'm one of the TFNation crew. I stumbled across this thread today and whilst I don't feel I *need* to contribute, I felt it might be helpful to briefly note some of my / TFN's views on this summer's conventions. I'll be as brief as I can. 1. We love RORC. Dave has always been super helpful and accommodating of us and is aways the first to give us advice in our freshman year. If we can run a convention half as well as he does, we'll have done a fine job indeed. He gives great hugs too. For a southerner. 2. At the risk of sounding suck uppy, he's probably done more for the UK community than anybody else I can name instantly and without dry humour. The idea of a UK con having official exclusives has hitherto been unthinkable. Having climbed the mountain on everybody's behalf, I hope the fanbase gives him as much support as possible. I honestly have no idea where exclusives will be sold - but I know they'll be at RORC. That's where I'll be buying mine! 3. I've been asked about "con competition" a few times and this seems a good platform to give my views. I see no competition and will keep promoting RORC whenever I can. The gap between RORC and TFN is no different to that between RORC and AA, it's just RORC now has an earlier date. If anything I feel sort of fortunate that we have the later date as people will already be friends having met at RORC, which can only be a good thing for our late night drinkers. In the circus that is convention land there are a million variables which cause us to choose various dates / locations, so please don't read too much into it. So as much as I'd love folks to come to TFN, my bigger hope is that folks just go to a convention - either convention, or preferably both. It's a great community and we want to see it grow and flourish. Billy Those are very kind words Billy, but as you posted here before the intro threads, they are null and void as you're terribly rude, I mean who would do that??? |
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Post by davetree on Feb 3, 2016 11:04:09 GMT
Ticket prices have now been announced for RORC. Roll Out Roll Call 2016 Ticket Information has been announced. Join Transformers, G.I. Joe and Action Force fans from around the world 8th to the 10th of July at the Radisson Blu Edwardian Hotel, London Heathrow. There are a total of five ticket options available. Pick from one of three Limited Edition Ticket options that will rewards you with special access to special items, Standard Weekend Ticket or Sunday Ticket (please note Sunday is the only single day entry option). What's more, children under the age of 12 enter FREE when accompanied by a paying Adult, Senior or Teen Ticket holder. Ticket options: Limited Edition Energon Ticket £75 1 X General Weekend Entry, 1 X Transformers Item + option to purchase 1 of each other Transformers Items* Limited Edition International Hero Ticket £75 1 X General Weekend Entry, 1 X G.I. Joe Item + option to purchase 1 of each other G.I. Joe Items* Limited Edition Crossover Ticket £105 1 X General Weekend Entry, 1 X Transformers Item, 1 X G.I. Joe Item + option to purchase 1 of each other Transformers & G.I. Joe Items* *Option to purchase Items Friday 8th/ Saturday 9th only. Any unsold Items by Sunday 10th will be available for purchase to general public. General Weekend Entry Adult (18-59) £45 Senior (60+) £25 Teen (13-17) £30 Child (0-12) FREE Upgrade Adult General Weekend Ticket to either Energon or International Hero Ticket £30 Sunday Entry Adult (18-59) £25 Senior (60+) £20 Teen (13-17) £20 Child (0-12) FREE In addition enjoy the show even more by benefiting from Roll Out Roll Call discounted room rates and stay at the Radisson Blu Edwardian Hotel over the duration of the show. Early ticket booking and room reservation booking is highly recommended to avoid disappointment. Booking will be available shortly. Andy Thank you Andy, that's what I was coming here to post  Also not spotted any reference yet, but the first guest had been previously announced too:  |
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Post by davetree on Feb 3, 2016 11:14:20 GMT
What is the 'Transformers item'? -Ralph I posted this up on the facebook page event section this morning: www.facebook.com/events/894068504042765/"Hey all, glad to see all the excitement for the announced Ticket Options. A few questions have come in relating to the Limited Edition Energon, International Hero and Crossover Tickets. We really wanted to provide you a special treat this year, one for Transformers fans, one for G.I. Joe fans and one for fans of both. If you have been to Roll Out Roll Call for last couple of events, you may have seen we have worked hard to provide an opportunity to access items not normally available outside the United States. For 2016 there is an amazing line up which will be available to Energon, International Hero and Crossover Ticket Holders. The item included within the ticket price will not be available for purchase at the show, it is a unique item ONLY available to those who buy the corrosponding Energon, International Hero or Crossover Ticket, it will be the only way you can access this cool item. All other items available for purchase are different, but each ticket holder has the option to purchase 1 of each other item that relates to Energon, International Hero or Crossover Tickets. All will be revealed as we head towards the show, but if you have been happy with what Roll Out Roll Call has been able to do for Transformers and G.I. Joe fans before, you will go insane as to what we have this year " Typically some of the exclusives. Last year's Subscription figures would be a fair bet, possibly even selected items from this year's Botcon. I'd consider it 'TBA'. Oh they're confirmed, the quantity and the pricing, but we don't have authorization for the release of details at this moment, watch this space |
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Post by Dezzeh on Feb 3, 2016 11:16:13 GMT
Still hoping to make the Sunday, seems likely as it's a pretty good price for the location!
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Post by The Doctor on Feb 3, 2016 13:01:33 GMT
Sorry I'm still unclear what this Transformers or GI Joe item is. Saying it is "cool" is not terribly unhelpful. I'm considering giving this con a go but I'm on a tight budget and disinclined to pay an extra £30 when I don't know what I'm buying. Many thanks for taking the time to read this. Take this not as an angry anonymous keyboard warrior, but merely an interested fellow with one eyebrow curiously raised in a Roger Moore-like manner. -Ralph |
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Post by davetree on Feb 3, 2016 13:38:25 GMT
Sorry I'm still unclear what this Transformers or GI Joe item is. Saying it is "cool" is not terribly unhelpful. As I mentioned above, all will be revealed shortly as I am not authorized to disclose what they are at this moment in time, I'm sorry that is vague right now, but it won't be vague indefinitely I'm considering giving this con a go but I'm on a tight budget and disinclined to pay an extra £30 when I don't know what I'm buying. Many thanks for taking the time to read this. Then the 'Upgrade' would be your friend. Once full details are revealed it is anticipated that the demand will go through the roof and many people who have purchased the General Weekend Ticket will want to change and secure one of the Limited Edition Energon, International Hero or Crossover Tickets, hence the 'Upgrade' facility Take this not as an angry anonymous keyboard warrior, but merely an interested fellow with one eyebrow curiously raised in a Roger Moore-like manner. -Ralph Not a problem at all, if you are not familiar with what we do, I can understand the skepticism, but given our track record in creating or procuring items, not only within Transformers and G.I. Joe but many other brands from Star Wars to Masters Of The Universe, this is something to be excited, discuss and anticipate for, not the other way round Dave. |
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Post by The Doctor on Feb 3, 2016 13:58:22 GMT
Ah right. So upgrade available when the item is announced. I understand now. Thanks for the reply!
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Post by davetree on Feb 3, 2016 14:26:10 GMT
The Upgrade option will be available as long as there are availability with the Energon, International Hero and Crossover AND you have purchased a General Weekend Ticket. This gives everyone the greatest flexibility and option available |
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Post by Kingoji on Feb 8, 2016 9:36:29 GMT
Make me want it, Dave!
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Post by Deleted on Feb 8, 2016 14:43:42 GMT
The description "Transformers Item" is rather vague. Could be a pair of y-fronts for all we know. At least purchasing one is not compulsory for entrance.
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Post by Dezzeh on Feb 8, 2016 14:51:11 GMT
I wouldn't call the prices jacked up per se. Percy.
You have to cover the cost of renting the centre, which aint cheap. All the promo work. All the guests etc etc.
I doubt too much profit exists in setting these cons up yet.
And yes, it would be nice to know what sort of exclusives we can get, that's usually revealed well before the show and sadly, NDA's usually cover these for a while
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Post by Kingoji on Feb 8, 2016 15:25:54 GMT
Yeah, that's a little too aggressive a post for my tastes. RORC is a great show that cares deeply about the community, and when they say they have something to be excited about it's always true.
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Post by Benn on Feb 8, 2016 15:34:52 GMT
I probably would be excited by some Transformers pants, to be fair. Especially if they were boxers.
I cannot afford to go to more than one Con a year, sadly, but I don't blame that on the Cons themselves being too pricey. It's just where my life is at. Conventions are a luxury, and if I cannot afford it, then tough.
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Post by The Doctor on Feb 8, 2016 18:09:56 GMT
I would say it's priced quite low for a weekend con. The average UK con weekend ticket for a lot of shows can be around £80-100.
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Post by davetree on Feb 8, 2016 23:04:07 GMT
The description "Transformers Item" is rather vague. Could be a pair of y-fronts for all we know. At least purchasing one is not compulsory for entrance. Hey don't edit on my account, please put back what you had as am here to give clarification on any doubts to everyone I wouldn't call the prices jacked up per se. Percy. You have to cover the cost of renting the centre, which aint cheap. All the promo work. All the guests etc etc. I doubt too much profit exists in setting these cons up yet. And yes, it would be nice to know what sort of exclusives we can get, that's usually revealed well before the show and sadly, NDA's usually cover these for a while Absolutely 100% correct, you will get to see what is available a good few months before the show, giving plenty of time to change ticket option if anyone wanted to upgrade that hasn't chosen a limited ticket option already. Yeah, that's a little too aggressive a post for my tastes. RORC is a great show that cares deeply about the community, and when they say they have something to be excited about it's always true. Thank you I would say it's priced quite low for a weekend con. The average UK con weekend ticket for a lot of shows can be around £80-100. -Ralph I guess it's all relative and what you're into and how many you go to over a year, as a trader I exhibit between 25-30 shows a year, some are weekend toy fairs/ shows for £10-15 entry, some are full on conventions for £200-300 per ticket. Don't ever get into autograph collecting, from what I see there, you'll never know money ever again  |
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Post by davetree on Feb 22, 2016 18:20:15 GMT
Couple of updates that might be of interest for folks: Returning back to Roll Out Roll Call, The UK Transformers, G.I. Joe & Action Force Show, we are very delighted to announce Robert Atkins will joining Transformers, G.I. Joe and Action Force fans from around the world over 8th to the 10th of July at the Radisson Blu Edwardian Hotel, London. Robert Atkins has worked as a penciler, inker and colorist within the comic industry. His most recent work includes the penciling chores on America's Army and ABC's Castle for Marvel Comics. He is most known for his work on IDW's Snake Eyes and relaunch for GI JOE! Robert has also worked on Amazing Spider-man, Venom, Heroes for Hire, Ultimate Fantastic Four and The Savage She Hulk for Marvel comics. Other works include Legion of Superheroes for DC comics Snake Eyes:Declassified and Forgotten Realms for DDP. He creates artwork for toy packaging for various companies and brands including NERF, Marvel Legends, and Star Wars for companies such as HASBRO, and Mattel. His toy package artwork has been featured on the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, and various TV commercials promoting the NERF Zombie Strike line. He is co-creating a comic series titled Elders of the RuneStone with writer Quinn Johnson (KungFu Panda, TMNT). Which is scheduled for release soon! You can check out his daily sketch blog at www.robertatkinsart.blogspot.com Attending Roll Out Roll Call, The UK Transformers, G.I. Joe & Action Force Show in July, John-Paul Bove was heartbroken not being able to attend last years event. A writer and colourist, his work on IDW's Transformers ReGeneration One series has made John-Paul a favorite guest for fans at Roll Out Roll Call. If you don't already, you can check out his blog here: www.jpbove.com/ Who will you choose? Heroic Autobots or evil Cobra? These images are compatible sizes for your own Facebook Profile page. Featuring amazing artwork by Ed Pirrie based on some of the cartoon characters our special guest Morgan Lofting breathed life into. Choose your side, save the image and use on your own Facebook profile.   more to follow this week Dave |
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Post by Andy Turnbull on Feb 22, 2016 22:54:15 GMT
I'll be there.
I'll have to leave my travel arrangements loose for the moment though, damn you work!!!
Andy
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Post by The Doctor on Feb 23, 2016 9:49:11 GMT
The Megabus Gold calls to you...
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Post by Andy Turnbull on Feb 23, 2016 14:39:39 GMT
More possibly having to fly back rather than choo choo chose the train!
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Post by davetree on Feb 23, 2016 15:58:54 GMT
I'll be there. I'll have to leave my travel arrangements loose for the moment though, damn you work!!! Andy Yaaaaay do it!!! |
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Post by davetree on Feb 23, 2016 17:35:45 GMT
Next guest, heading over to the UK for the first time artist and inker for IDW Transformers, Brian Shearer. Brian is a freelance artist living in Greensboro, NC. Working on titles such as GI Joe, Transformers and Doctor Who as well as creator owned books (Vex, Deputy Witch) and his ongoing webcomic William the Last.  |
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Post by davetree on Feb 23, 2016 17:38:16 GMT
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Post by davetree on Feb 29, 2016 18:36:21 GMT
Legendary Voice Actor Neil Ross Announced For Roll Out Roll Call 2016 Join Transformers, G.I. Joe and Action Force fans from around the world 8th to the 10th of July at the Radisson Blu Edwardian Hotel, London Heathrow. TICKETS ON SALE MARCH 1ST.  Joining Roll Out Roll Call for his first UK appearance, Neil Ross joins Morgan Lofting, the voice of the Baroness, as our first Voice Actor guests at the event. Neil's contribution to both Transformers and G.I. Joe animation was extensive, breathing life into many iconic characters. Beyond those characters, Neil was also the voice of Rambo, Ace McCleod from Centurions, Leoric from Visionaries, the Codex from Mass Effect, Colonel Volgin from Metal Gear Solid 3 and many, many more, you can can check out his extensive work here: www.behindthevoiceactors.com/Neil-Ross/ From the 1st of March you will be able to purchase your show ticket and reserve your room at Radisson Blu Edwardian Hotel. |
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Post by Kingoji on Feb 29, 2016 18:51:29 GMT
*dances like he needs to pee*
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Post by davetree on Mar 10, 2016 19:30:41 GMT
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Post by blueshift on Mar 10, 2016 19:31:20 GMT
This link looks terrifying, is it the correct one?
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Post by Kingoji on Mar 10, 2016 22:28:07 GMT
Yep.
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Post by davetree on Mar 11, 2016 15:15:38 GMT
This link looks terrifying, is it the correct one? you have nothing to fear, except fear itself .... go on .... click it .... I dare you. |
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