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Backstop (Cybertron)

2012-07-20T05:38:57Z

114.79.51.72: /* Cybertron cartoon */

{{factions|jungleplanet|autobot}}
{{disambig3|Backstop}}
{{picsneeded|Fiction}}
:''Backstop is an [[Autobot]] from the [[Transformers: Cybertron (franchise)|Cybertron]] portion of the [[Unicron Trilogy]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:Cyb-Backstop01.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Short, wide rhino seeks chick for long walks on beach, eating parasites off hide]]
A wise elder of [[Animatron|Jungle Planet]], Backstop sought enlightenment beyond the boundaries of his world. But when he returned, he found himself focused not on the things he'd learned offworld, but on the strife of his people. Thus, he attempted to teach a new generation of Transformers what he learned and the ways of peace, only to see his brightest pupil, [[Scourge (Cybertron)|Scourge]], succumb to the evils of tyranny.

==Fiction==
===''Cybertron'' cartoon===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Scott McNeil]] (English), [[Masahiko Tanaka]] (Japanese)
{{cleanup|September 2011|Needs storylinks}}
Years ago, Backstop sought to teach the young warriors of Jungle Planet the ways of peace and the honorable warrior. Their planet had long since been ravaged by raiders, and he thought that this new philosophy of "peaceful aggression" would usher in a new age for their people. His students included [[Scourge (Cybertron)|Scourge]], [[Snarl (Cybertron)|Snarl]], and [[Undermine (Cybertron)|Undermine]]. To the former two, he was like a father, and his charges saw one another as brothers.

However, their bond was torn apart when Scourge resolved to take the fight to the raiders. Backstop protested this, saying that Scourge would begin a cycle of vengeance that would only lead to more vengeance. Scourge left his master's side, and Snarl went with him, deciding to stand by his friend rather than his master.

Backstop's words would ring true; after Scourge defeated the raiders, his honor and decency began to fade, and the dragon-bot had all of Jungle Planet in his iron-fisted grip. What had began as a fight for peace turned into a dictatorship.

Years later, Backstop encountered [[Overhaul (Cybertron)|Overhaul]], who had been weakened by the harsh environment of Jungle Planet. Surprised by the fact that Overhaul could turn into a vehicle rather than a beast (though he did recognize the form), Backstop would later learn that Overhaul was in fact from the Transformers' ancient world of Cybertron. Through him, Backstop became affiliated with the Autobots and eventually told Scourge's story to [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]]. Eventually, even Backstop learned that one had to fight at some point, and he went to tell Scourge that Optimus would be challenging him. At the same time, Backstop reminded Scourge that Optimus fought for the things Scourge had forgotten.

Optimus and Leobreaker defeated Scourge, and afterwards, Backstop helped the Autobots in their attempt to get Jungle Planet's [[Cyber Planet Key]] off the planet. He would remain on his homeworld, even after Scourge left to seek vengeance on Optimus, though he did see the effects of the [[Unicron Singularity|Black Hole]] when a [[space bridge]] appeared over his world.

Much later, Backstop joined the multi-world alliance and rushed to help Scourge (who had learned the error of his ways) to right the massive engine that was meant to restore Jungle Planet to its rightful position in space. He then oversaw a tournament to decide the new leader of Jungle Planet and declared Scourge the rightful and honorable ruler.

Afterwards, Backstop decided to join the crew of the ''[[Hyperborea]]''. When it departed, he told [[Evac (Cybertron)|Evac]] that "sometimes the path to enlightenment leads away from home."

===Hasbro bio and key code info===
Backstop is a Transformer who once relied on anger until he traveled the galaxy, learning the way of the warrior from [[Bludgeon (Cybertron)|Bludgeon]] and [[Banzai-Tron (Cybertron)|Banzai-Tron]]. He returned and was eventually defeated in battle by Scourge. He sought to destroy the dragon-bot, having learned the true value of life—life that Scourge does not honor.

Eventually, Leobreaker taught him how to play [[baseball]].

{{Note|Hasbro's bio presents a very different image of Backstop from the one portrayed on the show. However, the text in his key-code information is more in line with the TV series and also somewhat ties in with his comment about having seen vehicular Transformers prior in his life.}}

==Toys==
===Cybertron===
[[Image:GalaxyForce Saidos toy.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Yup. Definitely related to [[Rhinox (BW)|Rhinox]].]]
[[Image:Cybertron Backstop toy.jpg|right|300px|thumb|He has two left feet in every mode!]]
*'''Backstop''' (Scout class, 2005)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''GC-15'''
**''Accessories'': Jungle Planet-style Cyber Key

: Backstop transforms into a robotic rhinoceros. In either mode, inserting a [[Cyber Planet Key]] into his key slot activates his spring-loaded ramming horn, which extends outward (but does not actually launch). He comes with a silver-bordered Jungle Planet-style Key; the [[Hasbro]] version has the [[Cyber Key Codes|Cyber Key Code]] "'''stw7'''" on its back.

: There are several notable differences between the Hasbro and [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] releases of Backstop. The Takara version is overall lighter, with a mainly medium-gray body, silvery beast-mode legs, plus coppery plastic and paint deco. The Hasbro version, however, uses a darker gray with a bit of purple tint for the main body, with medium-gray legs and a more yellow-gold on the accenting.

: This mold was [[redeco]]ed to make [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|the 2010 ''Transformers'' series]] [[Backstop (TF 2010)|Backstop]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Autobot/Backstop/backstop.htm More information on Backstop at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://tfkenkon.com/collection/act339/ Saidos gallery at TF Kenkon]''
{{-}}

===Universe (2003)===
[[Image:TFU03-toy CybBackstop.jpg|righ|thumb|150px|]]
*'''Backstop''' (Scout, 2007)
**''Accessories'': Jungle Planet style Cyber Key

: Backstop was one of several ''Cybertron'' Scout-class toys also made available on ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' cardbacks, and sold through discount chains like Kay-Bee Toy Works. This version is unchanged from the ''Cybertron'' release.
{{-}}

===Universe (2008)===
[[Image:TFU08-toy BackstopCyb.jpg|righ|thumb|150px|]]
*'''Backstop''' (Scout, 2010)
**''Series'': '''Cybertron Series'''
**''Accessories'': Jungle Planet style Cyber Key

: Backstop would see a straight re-release ''again'' in the [[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|2008 ''Universe'' toyline]], though oddly enough not until well after the line had vanished from shelves. Backstop, [[Brushguard#Toys|Brushguard]] and [[Brakedown (Cybertron)#Toys|Brakedown]] appeared as a special display in late 2010 at [[Walmart]] stores, with a price tag of a whopping $4 a pop.
{{--}}

==Notes==
[[Image:BackstopArm.jpg|right|180px|thumb|He only wanted a hug.]]

* Backstop's Japanese name is a "coolification" of ''sai'', the Japanese word for "rhinoceros". Think of it as the Japanese equivalent of the name "[[Rhinox (disambiguation)|Rhinox]]".
* Backstop had a normal left arm that unfolded from the back of the rhino very far into the design process, so far as to have a complete sculpt made. According to Hasbro employees, this was changed into his less human-like scooped arm design so that the rhino mode wouldn't appear to have a fist emerging from its rear.

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Saidos''' (サイドス ''Saidosu'')

[[Category:Cybertron Autobots]]
[[Category:KB Toys exclusives]]
[[Category:Elderly Transformers]]
[[Category:Jungle Planet]]
[[Category:Universe Autobots]]
[[Category:Universe (2008)]]

Backstop (Cybertron)

2012-07-20T05:37:10Z

114.79.51.72: /* Cybertron cartoon */

{{factions|jungleplanet|autobot}}
{{disambig3|Backstop}}
{{picsneeded|Fiction}}
:''Backstop is an [[Autobot]] from the [[Transformers: Cybertron (franchise)|Cybertron]] portion of the [[Unicron Trilogy]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:Cyb-Backstop01.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Short, wide rhino seeks chick for long walks on beach, eating parasites off hide]]
A wise elder of [[Animatron|Jungle Planet]], Backstop sought enlightenment beyond the boundaries of his world. But when he returned, he found himself focused not on the things he'd learned offworld, but on the strife of his people. Thus, he attempted to teach a new generation of Transformers what he learned and the ways of peace, only to see his brightest pupil, [[Scourge (Cybertron)|Scourge]], succumb to the evils of tyranny.

==Fiction==
===''Cybertron'' cartoon===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Scott McNeil]] (English), [[Masahiko Tanaka]] (Japanese)
{{cleanup|September 2011|Needs storylinks}}
Years ago, Backstop sought to teach the young warriors of Jungle Planet the ways of peace and the honorable warrior. Their planet had long since been ravaged by raiders, and he thought that this new philosophy of "peaceful aggression" would usher in a new age for their people. His students included [[Scourge (Cybertron)|Scourge]], [[Snarl (Cybertron)|Snarl]], and [[Undermine (Cybertron)|Undermine]]. To the former two, he was like a father, and his charges saw one another as brothers.

However, their bond was torn apart when Scourge resolved to take the fight to the raiders. Backstop protested this, saying that Scourge would begin a cycle of vengeance that would only lead to more vengeance. Scourge left his master's side, and Snarl went with him, deciding to stand by his friend rather than his master.

Backstop's words would ring true; after Scourge defeated the raiders, his honor and decency began to fade, and the dragon-bot had all of Jungle Planet in his iron-fisted grip. What had began as a fight for peace turned into a dictatorship.

Years later, Backstop encountered [[Overhaul (Cybertron)|Overhaul]], who had been weakened by the harsh environment of Jungle Planet. Surprised by the fact that Overhaul could turn into a vehicle rather than a beast (though he did recognize the form), Backstop would later learn that Overhaul was in fact from the Transformers' ancient world of Cybertron. Through him, Backstop became affiliated with the Autobots and eventually told Scourge's story to [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]]. Eventually, even Backstop learned that one had to fight at some point, and he went to tell Scourge that Optimus would be challenging him. At the same time, Backstop reminded Scourge that Optimus fought for the things Scourge had forgotten.

Optimus and Leobreaker defeated Scourge, and afterwards, Backstop helped the Autobots in their attempt to get Jungle Planet's [[Cyber Planet Key]] off the planet. He would remain on his homeworld, even after Scourge left to seek vengeance on Optimus, though he did see the effects of the [[Unicron Singularity|Black Hole]] when a [[space bridge]] appeared over his world.

Much later, Backstop joined the multi-world alliance and rushed to help Scourge (who had learned the error of his ways) to right the massive engine that was meant to restore Jungle Planet to its rightful position in space. He then oversaw a tournament to decide the new leader of Jungle Planet and declared Scourge the rightful and honorable ruler.

Afterwards, Backstop decided to join the crew of the ''[[Hyperborea]]''. When it departed, he told [[Evac (ride)|Evac]] that "sometimes the path to enlightenment leads away from home."

===Hasbro bio and key code info===
Backstop is a Transformer who once relied on anger until he traveled the galaxy, learning the way of the warrior from [[Bludgeon (Cybertron)|Bludgeon]] and [[Banzai-Tron (Cybertron)|Banzai-Tron]]. He returned and was eventually defeated in battle by Scourge. He sought to destroy the dragon-bot, having learned the true value of life—life that Scourge does not honor.

Eventually, Leobreaker taught him how to play [[baseball]].

{{Note|Hasbro's bio presents a very different image of Backstop from the one portrayed on the show. However, the text in his key-code information is more in line with the TV series and also somewhat ties in with his comment about having seen vehicular Transformers prior in his life.}}

==Toys==
===Cybertron===
[[Image:GalaxyForce Saidos toy.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Yup. Definitely related to [[Rhinox (BW)|Rhinox]].]]
[[Image:Cybertron Backstop toy.jpg|right|300px|thumb|He has two left feet in every mode!]]
*'''Backstop''' (Scout class, 2005)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''GC-15'''
**''Accessories'': Jungle Planet-style Cyber Key

: Backstop transforms into a robotic rhinoceros. In either mode, inserting a [[Cyber Planet Key]] into his key slot activates his spring-loaded ramming horn, which extends outward (but does not actually launch). He comes with a silver-bordered Jungle Planet-style Key; the [[Hasbro]] version has the [[Cyber Key Codes|Cyber Key Code]] "'''stw7'''" on its back.

: There are several notable differences between the Hasbro and [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] releases of Backstop. The Takara version is overall lighter, with a mainly medium-gray body, silvery beast-mode legs, plus coppery plastic and paint deco. The Hasbro version, however, uses a darker gray with a bit of purple tint for the main body, with medium-gray legs and a more yellow-gold on the accenting.

: This mold was [[redeco]]ed to make [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|the 2010 ''Transformers'' series]] [[Backstop (TF 2010)|Backstop]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Autobot/Backstop/backstop.htm More information on Backstop at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://tfkenkon.com/collection/act339/ Saidos gallery at TF Kenkon]''
{{-}}

===Universe (2003)===
[[Image:TFU03-toy CybBackstop.jpg|righ|thumb|150px|]]
*'''Backstop''' (Scout, 2007)
**''Accessories'': Jungle Planet style Cyber Key

: Backstop was one of several ''Cybertron'' Scout-class toys also made available on ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' cardbacks, and sold through discount chains like Kay-Bee Toy Works. This version is unchanged from the ''Cybertron'' release.
{{-}}

===Universe (2008)===
[[Image:TFU08-toy BackstopCyb.jpg|righ|thumb|150px|]]
*'''Backstop''' (Scout, 2010)
**''Series'': '''Cybertron Series'''
**''Accessories'': Jungle Planet style Cyber Key

: Backstop would see a straight re-release ''again'' in the [[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|2008 ''Universe'' toyline]], though oddly enough not until well after the line had vanished from shelves. Backstop, [[Brushguard#Toys|Brushguard]] and [[Brakedown (Cybertron)#Toys|Brakedown]] appeared as a special display in late 2010 at [[Walmart]] stores, with a price tag of a whopping $4 a pop.
{{--}}

==Notes==
[[Image:BackstopArm.jpg|right|180px|thumb|He only wanted a hug.]]

* Backstop's Japanese name is a "coolification" of ''sai'', the Japanese word for "rhinoceros". Think of it as the Japanese equivalent of the name "[[Rhinox (disambiguation)|Rhinox]]".
* Backstop had a normal left arm that unfolded from the back of the rhino very far into the design process, so far as to have a complete sculpt made. According to Hasbro employees, this was changed into his less human-like scooped arm design so that the rhino mode wouldn't appear to have a fist emerging from its rear.

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Saidos''' (サイドス ''Saidosu'')

[[Category:Cybertron Autobots]]
[[Category:KB Toys exclusives]]
[[Category:Elderly Transformers]]
[[Category:Jungle Planet]]
[[Category:Universe Autobots]]
[[Category:Universe (2008)]]

Red Hot

2012-07-20T05:34:53Z

114.79.51.72: /* Marvel Comics continuity */

{{factions|autobot}}
:''Red Hot is an [[Autobot]] [[Micromaster]] from the [[Generation 1 (franchise)|Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:Redhot cardart.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Always look on the bright side of life. ''*whistles*'']]

'''Red Hot''' is in it for the thrills. A confirmed action junkie, he's happiest where the action is hottest, be it fighting a towering inferno or mixing it up with Decepticons. Thankfully, he's not so far gone into thrillseeking that he'll neglect his duty as part of the [[Rescue Patrol (G1)|Rescue Patrol]]. As soon as lives are in danger, Red Hot's first and only priority is to roll out and save the day. This drive does have its disadvantages though, since he's prone to exhausting his fuel supply and pushing his frame harder than it can take.<ref>''[[Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|More Than Meets The Eye]]'' #5</ref>

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
{{noteukonly}}
[[Image:YesterdaysHeroes-ScoopQuickmix.jpg|left|thumb|300px|Guess who's super-huge for no reason?]]
After a successful raid on a [[Decepticon fuel store|Decepticon fuel depot]] on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], Red Hot and the Rescue Patrol attempted to journey to [[Earth]] with [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]], [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]], and [[Grimlock (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Grimlock]], but the intervention of the [[Mayhem Attack Squad]] resulted in the [[trans-time dimensional portal]] malfunctioning. The Autobots were flung into the depths of Cybertron, where they found the resting place of their god, [[Primus]]! {{storylink|Yesterday's Heroes!}} Red Hot and the others listened to the [[Keeper (Transformer)|Keeper]]'s tale of Primus and [[Unicron]], and the origins of the [[Transformer]] race—until the Keeper was slain by the Decepticons, who had also been transported there by the malfunctioning portal. Red Hot and [[Stakeout (G1)|Stakeout]] assisted Grimlock in taking down [[Octopunch (G1)|Octopunch]], but were unable to prevent him from accidentally shooting Primus in the face. As the awakened Primus let loose with a Unicron-summoning "primal scream", the [[Autobase]] staff completed repairs on the dimensional portal, sending the Autobots to Earth. {{storylink|Primal Scream}}

''On Earth Red Hot and the rest of the Rescue Patrol were assigned to capture Decepticon assassin [[Whisper (G1)|Whisper]], and on [[Christmas]] Day 1989, they cornered him. Their battle against the [[Air Strike Patrol]] was called off by [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Optimus Prime]] to prevent damage to the environment.'' {{storylink|The Greatest Gift of All!}}
{{--}}

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
[[Image:G1-Zone-toy RedHot-Fire.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Wanna bet he's keen on Hot House's position?]]
* '''Rescue Patrol''' (Micromaster Patrol, 1989)

: Red Hot transforms into a red fire engine of undetermined model. He was only available in a four-pack with his teammates [[Fixit (G1)|Fixit]], [[Seawatch]] and [[Stakeout (G1)|Stakeout]].

: This toy was sold in Japan without changes as [[Fire]].

::*''[http://tfu.info/1989/Autobot/RedHot/redhot.htm More information on Red Hot at TFU.info]''
{{--}}

==Notes==
* Red Hot is gang molded with his teammate Fixit, sharing plastic colors.
* Interestingly, his head strongly resembles that of fellow fire truck-bot, Inferno.

===Foreign names===
*''French:'' '''Rougeaud''' (Canada)
*''Italian:'' '''Gamma'''

==Footnotes==
<references />

[[Category:Generation 1 Autobots]]
[[Category:Micromasters]]

Red Hot

2012-07-20T05:34:33Z

114.79.51.72: /* Marvel Comics continuity */

{{factions|autobot}}
:''Red Hot is an [[Autobot]] [[Micromaster]] from the [[Generation 1 (franchise)|Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:Redhot cardart.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Always look on the bright side of life. ''*whistles*'']]

'''Red Hot''' is in it for the thrills. A confirmed action junkie, he's happiest where the action is hottest, be it fighting a towering inferno or mixing it up with Decepticons. Thankfully, he's not so far gone into thrillseeking that he'll neglect his duty as part of the [[Rescue Patrol (G1)|Rescue Patrol]]. As soon as lives are in danger, Red Hot's first and only priority is to roll out and save the day. This drive does have its disadvantages though, since he's prone to exhausting his fuel supply and pushing his frame harder than it can take.<ref>''[[Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|More Than Meets The Eye]]'' #5</ref>

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
{{noteukonly}}
[[Image:YesterdaysHeroes-ScoopQuickmix.jpg|left|thumb|300px|Guess who's super-huge for no reason?]]
After a successful raid on a [[Decepticon fuel store|Decepticon fuel depot]] on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], Red Hot and the Rescue Patrol attempted to journey to [[Earth]] with [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]], [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]], and [[Grimlock (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Grimlock]], but the intervention of the [[Mayhem Attack Squad]] resulted in the [[trans-time dimensional portal]] malfunctioning. The Autobots were flung into the depths of Cybertron, where they found the resting place of their god, [[Primus]]! {{storylink|Yesterday's Heroes!}} Red Hot and the others listened to the [[Keeper (Transformer)|Keeper]]'s tale of Primus and [[Unicron]], and the origins of the [[Transformer]] race—until the Keeper was slain by the Decepticons, who had also been transported there by the malfunctioning portal. Red Hot and [[Stakeout (G1)|Stakeout]] assisted Grimlock in taking down [[Octopunch (G1)|Octopunch]], but were unable to prevent him from accidentally shooting Primus in the face. As the awakened Primus let loose with a Unicron-summoning "primal scream", the [[Autobase]] staff completed repairs on the dimensional portal, sending the Autobots to Earth. {{storylink|Primal Scream}}

''On Earth Red Hot and the rest of the Rescue Patrol were assigned to capture Decepticon assassin [[Whisper (G1)|Whisper]], and on [[Christmas]] Day 1989, they cornered him. Their battle against the [[Air Strike Patrol]] was called off by [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Optimus Prime]] to prevent damage to the environment.'' {{storylink|The Greatest Gift of All!}}
{{--}}
Later join rescue bots {{storylink|Countdown (RB)}}

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
[[Image:G1-Zone-toy RedHot-Fire.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Wanna bet he's keen on Hot House's position?]]
* '''Rescue Patrol''' (Micromaster Patrol, 1989)

: Red Hot transforms into a red fire engine of undetermined model. He was only available in a four-pack with his teammates [[Fixit (G1)|Fixit]], [[Seawatch]] and [[Stakeout (G1)|Stakeout]].

: This toy was sold in Japan without changes as [[Fire]].

::*''[http://tfu.info/1989/Autobot/RedHot/redhot.htm More information on Red Hot at TFU.info]''
{{--}}

==Notes==
* Red Hot is gang molded with his teammate Fixit, sharing plastic colors.
* Interestingly, his head strongly resembles that of fellow fire truck-bot, Inferno.

===Foreign names===
*''French:'' '''Rougeaud''' (Canada)
*''Italian:'' '''Gamma'''

==Footnotes==
<references />

[[Category:Generation 1 Autobots]]
[[Category:Micromasters]]