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Ghost in the Machine (G1)

2012-04-23T04:21:00Z

134.117.251.43: /* Continuity errors */

{{episode|
|series=G1toon
|series2=2010
|ep=80
|ep2=16
|prev2=Fight or Flee
|next2=Webworld
|series3=''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (cartoon)|The Transformers: Generation 2]]''
|ep3=22
|prev3=Masquerade
|next3=The Ultimate Weapon
|image=GhostMachine Starscream Scourge Unicron.JPG
|caption=Screw you guys, I'm going home.
|title="Ghost in the Machine"
|production code=700-100
|airdate=[[October 21]], 1986
|written by=[[Joey Kurihara Piedra]] [[Michael Charles Hill]]
|production company=[[Sunbow Productions]]
|animation studio=[[AKOM]]
|continuity=[[Generation 1 cartoon continuity]]
}}

'''Set on regaining a physical body, the ghost of Starscream possesses Scourge and makes a deal with the devil.'''

:''Japanese title:'' スタースクリームの復活 (''Starscream no Fukkatsu'', "Starscream's Revival")
:''German title:'' "'''Der Geist im Roboter'''" ("The Ghost inside the Robot")
:''German'' Generation 2 ''title:'' "'''Starscream kehrt zurück'''" ("Starscream Returns")
:''Russian title:'' "'''Prizrak v mashine'''" (''Призрак в машине'', "Ghost in the Machine")
==Synopsis==
[[Image:GhostMachine Scourge approaches Unicron.jpg|left|200px|thumb|Your ''break''fast, Sir!]]

On [[Chaar]], the [[Decepticon]]s are following [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]], when [[Starscream (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Starscream]]'s ghost appears and possesses [[Scourge (G1)|Scourge]]. Despite his better efforts, Starscream forces Scourge to fire on Galvatron, then flees with [[Cyclonus (G1)|Cyclonus]] in pursuit. Cyclonus follows as far as [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], where he breaks off, assuming that Scourge has defected to the [[Autobot]]s. But that is not Starscream's goal. He instead flies to the severed head of [[Unicron]]. Using Scourge to reactivate the Dark God, Starscream offers his services in exchange for a new body. Unicron agrees to restore him to life in exchange for three labors. The first labor is to bring [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]]'s [[Sensors|eyes]] to Unicron. With nowhere else to go, Scourge agrees to serve Unicron.

[[Image:GhostMachine Metroplex eye explode.jpg|right|200px|thumb|There are no eye-drops for this.]]

On Earth, [[Kup (G1)|Kup]] arrives for an inspection of [[Autobot City]], when Scourge and Starscream make their move. Destroying Metroplex's security system, the two Decepticons steal the eyes, but [[Bumblebee (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Bumblebee]] and [[Spike Witwicky (G1)|Spike Witwicky]] cause Scourge to drop one, shattering it. Fleeing, Metroplex [[Transformation|transforms]], but cannot see, and begins firing on the Autobots. However, a photon bomb disables Metroplex, causing him to crash. Lacking one eye, the two head back for Chaar, where they dispatch the [[Battlecharger]]s, outwit Starscream's [[Seeker (body-type)|former soldiers]], and steal one of [[Trypticon (G1)|Trypticon]]'s eyes. In addition, Starscream possesses [[Astrotrain (G1)|Astrotrain]] to serve as their ride home, where Astrotrain is left to the mercy of the Autobots. Upon learning of what happened, Galvatron reacts in a rational, controlled manner... for Galvatron.

[[Image:Dirge AlmostDeath.jpg|left|200px|thumb|Galvatron settles an old score with the wall.]]

Pleased with his new eyes, Unicron informs Starscream and Scourge of their next labor: bring Trypticon to Unicron (should have told them that before they left). Starscream heads off to complete the task. Meanwhile, [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Rodimus Prime]] interrogates Astrotrain, who claims not to remember what happened, but [[Blurr (G1)|Blurr]] reveals that Unicron has his eyes back! [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ultra Magnus]] takes [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]], [[Hot Spot (G1)|Hot Spot]], and [[Springer (G1)|Springer]] to investigate, but Unicron drives them off. Scourge is becoming nervous, but Unicron warns his creation that he can take what he has given. On Chaar, Galvatron orders the Battlechargers and [[Conehead|Coneheads]] to locate Starscream and Scourge, only for Trypticon to transform, under Starscream's control, and depart, with the Decepticons in pursuit.

As the Autobots prepare for the Decepticon assault, Unicron commands Starscream to remove Trypticon's [[transformation cog]] and place it in Unicron. The Decepticons arrive and attack, but Starscream uses Trypticon to disable their weapons. As the Decepticons flee, Unicron commands his minions to complete the third labor—connect Unicron's head to Cybertron, making it his new body. Scourge decides to book it, and Starscream is left to complete the task. Scourge tries to warn Galvatron, but he doesn't care. Scourge then heads to the Autobots, and warns them of Unicron's intentions.

[[Image:GhostMachine Unicron starscream jumpers.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Refusing to call Triple-A, Starscream prepares to jumpstart Unicron.]]

Within Trypticon, the Battlecharges and the Coneheads disable Starscream's control over Trypticon, so Starscream demands his body to complete the labors. Unicron restores his body, but Starscream (surprise, surprise), tells Unicron to connect himself to Cybertron. However, the Autobots manage to plant some [[energon cube]]s on Unicron's head. They detonate the [[energon]], causing Unicron's head to return to orbit and Starscream to go flying. Thrown past the Decepticons, Galvatron orders them to fire on Starscream. When their shots begin hitting him, Cyclonus wonders why Starscream's ghost has lost control.

On Cybertron, Rodimus agrees to allow Scourge and Astrotrain to leave, in exchange for their help. He then tells the Autobots of their new mission to retrieve Metroplex's eye, but then reveals that he was joking, saying that the eyes were probably destroyed in the explosion.

Unseen by the Autobots, Unicron's eye twinkles in the night...

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
* [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]] (with [[Scamper]]) (9)
* [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]] (10)
* [[Kup (G1)|Kup]] (11)
* [[Blaster (G1)|Blaster]] (13)
* [[Powerglide (G1)|Powerglide]] (14)
* [[Bumblebee (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Bumblebee]] (15)
* [[Warpath (G1)|Warpath]] (16)
* [[Silverbolt (G1)|Silverbolt]] (17)
* [[Skydive (G1 Aerialbot)|Skydive]] (18)
* [[Slingshot (G1)|Slingshot]] (19)
* [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Rodimus Prime]] (26)
* [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ultra Magnus]] (27)
* [[Blurr (G1)|Blurr]] (28)
* [[Springer (G1)|Springer]] (29)
* [[Hot Spot (G1)|Hot Spot]] (30)
* [[Groove (G1)|Groove]] (31)
* [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]] (cameo) (33)

|c2=
* [[Starscream (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Starscream]] (1)
* [[Scourge (G1)|Scourge]] (2)
* [[Sweep|Sweeps]] (3)
* [[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]] (4)
* [[Cyclonus (G1)|Cyclonus]] (5)
* [[Headstrong]] (6)
* [[Razorclaw (G1)|Razorclaw]] (7)
* [[Trypticon (G1)|Trypticon]] (20)
* [[Runabout (G1)|Runabout]] (21)
* [[Runamuck (G1)|Runamuck]] (22)
* [[Thrust (G1)|Thrust]] (23)
* [[Dirge (G1)|Dirge]] (24)
* [[Astrotrain (G1)|Astrotrain]] (25)
* [[Divebomb (G1)|Divebomb]] (32)

|c3=
* [[Spike Witwicky (G1)|Spike Witwicky]] (12)

|c4=
* [[Unicron|Unicron's head]] (8)
}}

==Quotes==
"THERE IS NO REASONING WITH HIM! DESTROY HIM! HE'S LOST HIS MIND!"
:—'''Galvatron''', calling [[Scourge (G1)|the kettle]] black.

"Aerialbots! Wait for... umm... nevermind."
:—'''Warpath''', getting left behind.

"Decepticon intruders IN MY BRAIN!"
:—'''Metroplex''', on the perils of being city-sized.

"Where are my eyes?!"
:—'''Metroplex''' would look around for them if he could.

"First, you two let Scourge and Starscream steal one of Trypticon's eyes. And then you two allowed Astrotrain to be used as their escape vehicle. So Scourge is helping Starscream voluntarily, and you four were unable to stop them! Well, all I can say is...BWWWAAAAAAA!"
:—'''Galvatron''', giving his outbust a rare preamble.

"Why did Galvatron have you attack Cybertron all by yourself? Are you stupid or just obedient?"
:—'''Rodimus Prime''', getting sassy with Astrotrain

"I don't have to show you no stinking passes."
:—'''Starscream''' has picked up some [[wikipedia:Stinking_badges|Earth culture]].

"Starscream! You are a dead mechanism!" 
"Of course I'm dead, Galvatron! But not for much longer. And then are you going to be sorry!" 
"I'm already sorry!"
:—'''Galvatron''' and '''Starscream''', bickering like [[Megatron (G1)|old times]].

"Unicron! If you want the connection made, you'd better give me a new body now!" 
"You shall have it." 
''(Unicron shoots lasers from his eyes, and Starscream's body is reformed)'' 
"I live again!" 
"Now, do my bidding. Complete the connection!" 
"Ha! Do it yourself!"
:—'''Unicron''' bet on the wrong pony, and '''Starscream''' just loves being a prick.

"Wait a minute, since when do ghosts tumble out of control through space?"
:—'''Cyclonus''', catching up with the plot.

==Notes==
===Animation or technical glitches===
* Headstrong's gun sounds like Galvatron's cannon.
* In this episode, Cyclonus's eyebrows are purple. His chin is still grey, though.
* Unicron's helmet was all gold [[Five Faces of Darkness, Part 1| the last time we saw it]]. Now it's blue with gold horns.
* After entering Unicron, Scourge/Starscream lands and walks forward. Look at the background—it turns dark and suddenly flashes back to the previous background again.
* As he says, "Only three?," Starscream's eyes are suddenly huge.
[[Image:GhostInTheMachine Bumblebee huge wheels.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Top this Putt-Putt.]]
* When Bumblebee and Spike discover Scourge stealing Metroplex's eyes, Bumblebee has enormous wheels.
* Just before setting the charge inside Metroplex, Scourge's eyes are blue instead of red.
* After the bomb goes off, the next shot of the inside of Metroplex shows a star background on his monitor. A few shots later, it's the usual Earth sky.
* When Silverbolt says that he doesn't see any enemy, he and Skydive are both mouthing the words.
* As Scourge exits Astrotrain/Starscream to dig out Metroplex's eye, he's still carrying Trypticon's eye. It disappears in the next shot.
* As he re-enters Astrotrain/Starscream, Scourge just sort of clips into him through a solid wall.
* In a few scenes, Hot Spot has a mouth on his faceplate.
* The tops of Rodimus's shoulders are the same color as his arms in this episode. [[Fight or Flee|The last time we saw him]], they were white.
* The inside of Ultra Magnus's mouth is red for most of the episode.
* In a layering error, the "Unidentified craft" warning message that flashes up on Blurr's screen overlays his head.
* Groove has a totally different voice for his one line ("Locked and loaded!"), sounding somewhat like Beachcomber. Usually, he sounds more like a higher-pitched Trailbreaker.
* When he accuses Astrotrain of stealing Metroplex's eyes, Magnus's whole face is blue.
* As Sky Lynx approaches him, Unicron's eyes are missing again.
* During Scourge's attack on him, Sky Lynx has a Decepticon symbol on his nose.
* Hot Spot says, "Look out, Scourge!" when he probably meant to say, "Look out, it's Scourge!"
* As he berates his troops, the tops of Galvatron's shoulders are missing their red squares.
* As Scourge is brought to Rodimus, an overhead shot shows Ultra Magnus with circular cogs on his shoulders instead of the usual white pillars.
* Magnus's line, "Let's plant the energon explosives and get out of here," is cut off in the middle.
* When Galvatron shoots at Starscream, his cannon sounds like a regular Decepticon laser.
* When Rodimus shakes Magnus's hand, Magnus has an Autobot symbol on his left shoulder. He should only have one on his right shoulder.
* As Rodimus jokes about recovering Metroplex's eyes from Unicron, a reaction shot shows Magnus's other (right) shoulder. This ''should'' have an Autobot symbol, but doesn't!
* As Rodimus jokes about recovering Metroplex's eyes from Unicron, one shot shows a solid wall behind him even though he's still standing in front of the display (showing space).
* ''After'' Rodimus jokes about recovering Metroplex's eyes from Unicron, Hot Spot is shown with Ultra Magnus's color scheme.

===Continuity errors===
* While Scourge makes a respectable attempt at fighting off Starscream's control of his body in this episode, he displayed no such strength of will when he was possessed by the latter at the end of "[[Starscream's Ghost]]". Of course, this time he could have been some what familiar with Starscream's forceful takeover techniques and able to mount a better resistance.
* Cyclonus won't go near Unicron's head because that would alert the Autobots, but they don't seem to notice Scourge approaching it.
* Putting one wire back together is enough to reactivate Unicron's mind! You'd think Rodimus would have done more to make it unrepairable.
* [[Triple Takeover|It's not unprecedented]] for Autobots to come back from being seriously injured, but Powerglide appears alive and well, even though he was blown up by the Quintessons [[Dark Awakening|the last time we saw him]].
* Starscream enters Kup's body and somehow immediately causes an explosion in a random wall that blows out Metroplex's ''entire'' security system.
* Following that scene, Scourge is already in Metroplex. Nobody noticed him fly to Earth? What happened to the Earth Defense Command satellites?
* What is Trypticon doing on that random planet? And why doesn't he notice Scourge stealing his eye?
* Although undoubtedly big, Metroplex and Trypticon's eyes should be ''way'' too small for Unicron to use as like-for-like replacements.
* Ultra Magnus accuses Astrotrain of stealing Metroplex's eye'''s''', but Scourge/Starscream only took one (the other one broke).
* Why don't the Autobots just blast Unicron's repaired circuits as soon as they enter his head?
* When Scourge approaches Galvatron he says, "Galvatron, don't shoot!" Galvatron states he couldn't even if he wanted to, because Trypticon neutralized their weapons (somehow). Yet, when Starscream's out of control body flies past him, he begins firing on him.
* It's odd that Unicron wants Starscream to bring Trypticon to him just to get his transformation cog. Why not just steal the cog as they did in "[[The Ultimate Weapon]]"?
* Why doesn't Rodimus just jump inside Unicron's head and open the Matrix again?
* After receiving his new body, Starscream completely blows Unicron off. Since Unicron was able to mentally torture Galvatron into compliance, he should have been able to be the same here.
* What happens to Trypticon (and the Decepticons inside him) when Unicron's head is blasted away?
* Why does Starscream "tumble through space" if he could just transform and fly away?
* Arcee appears in one shot of the episode, as the Autobots cheer when Unicron's head is blasted away.
* Warpath and Bumblebee appear (for one shot each) on the Autobots' base on Cybertron at the end of the episode. Is there some reason why they made the trip there from Earth?
* Rodimus jokes about recovering Metroplex's eye'''s''' from Unicron. One of the eyes is Trypticon's.

===Transformers references===
* Only appearance of [[Runabout (G1)|Runabout]].
* This episode is the second appearance of Starscream's ghost. His first appearance was in the G1 episode "[[Starscream's Ghost]]". His ghost makes a third appearance in the ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|Beast Wars]]'' episode "[[Possession]]" in which he takes over [[Waspinator]].

===Real-world references===
* The title's literal meaning obviously applies to the events of the episode, but the phrase has a history in philosophical discourse. It was [[Wikipedia:Ghost in the machine|coined as a pejorative]] against the [[Wikipedia:Mind-body dichotomy|mind-body split]] of [[wikipedia:René Descartes|Cartesian]] dualism, and by the time this episode was made, it had also been used as the title of [[wikipedia:The Ghost in the Machine|a book]] and [[wikipedia:Ghost in the Machine (album)|a rock album]].
* Starscream delivers the line, "I don't have to show you no [[wikipedia:Stinking_badges|stinking passes]]"

===Trivia===
* Scourge demonstrates an extraordinary level of willpower in this episode. Of all the Transformers Starscream is seen possessing in both this episode and "[[Starscream's Ghost]]", Scourge is the only one who puts up a fight for control of his own body and retains his memories of what happened while "under the influence". (This is admittedly inconsistent with the ending of the prequel to this episode, however.)
* Unicron displays the ability to electrocute the Autobots inside his head and expel them through his neck.
* Starscream is last seen tumbling away through space in his new body, possibly damaged from Galvatron's attacks but still very much alive. This is sometimes seen as a point of conflict with his appearance as a ghost in the ''Beast Wars'' episode "[[Possession]]". Fans have reconciled this by speculating that he died again off-screen, or else traveled through time to the ''Beast Wars'' era (and back) before this episode took place chronologically. Alternatively, the ''Beast Wars'' cartoon does not follow strictly from any specific Generation 1 continuity, allowing the "error" to be dismissed entirely.

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
;VHS
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 1987 — ''Transformers'' — Starscream's Ghost / The Nightmare Planet / The Ghost in the Machine ([[St. Michael Video Library]]) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 1989 — ''Transformers'' — A Ghost in the Machine / Heavy Metal Wars ([[Tempo Video]]) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 1989 — ''Transformers'' — The Action Adventure Collection II (Tempo Video) 
[[Image:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2000 — ''The Original Transformers'' — Volume 11: The Decepticon Possession ([[The Original Transformers|Rhino Entertainment]])
;Laserdisc
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 1999 — ''The Transformers: 2010'' ([[Geneon Universal Entertainment|Pioneer LDC]]) — Japanese audio only.
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2001 — ''The Transformers: 2010'' — DVD Box (Pioneer LDC) — Japanese audio only. 
[[Image:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2004 — ''The Original Transformers'' — Season 3 Part 2 & Season 4 ([[The Original Transformers|Rhino Entertainment]]) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2004 — ''Transformers'' — Season 3 and Season 4 ([[Metrodome]]) 
[[Image:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2004 — ''Transformers'' — Collection 4: Series 3.1 ([[Madman Entertainment]]) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2006 — ''Transformers'' — The Complete Generation One Collection (Metrodome) 
[[Image:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2006 — The Best of ''The Transformers'' (Madman Entertainment) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2007 — ''Transformers'' — The Classic Episodes (Metrodome) 
[[Image:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2007 — ''The Transformers'' — Complete Collection (Madman Entertainment) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2009 — ''Transformers'' — Season's Three & Four {{sic}} (Metrodome) 
[[Image:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2009 — ''The Transformers'' — Complete Collection: Decepticon Edition (Madman Entertainment) 
[[Image:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2009 — ''The Transformers'' — The Complete Series: 25th Anniversary "Matrix of Leadership" Collection ([[Shout! Factory]]) 
[[Image:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2010 — ''The Transformers'' — Seasons Three & Four: 25th Anniversary Edition (Shout! Factory)

==External links==
*[http://cybertronchronicle.freewebspace.com/cartoon-dossier/synopses/ghost_in_the_machine.html Dossier at the Cybertron Chronicle]

[[Category:Generation 1 episodes]]
[[Category:Generation 2 episodes]]

Nemesis Prime (episode)

2012-04-11T05:51:19Z

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{{disambig3|Nemesis Prime}}
{{episode|
|otherseries=''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Transformers: Prime]]'' ep 34
|prev=Crossfire
|next=Grill
|image=NemesisPrime-NemesisPrime.jpg
|caption=The first person to suggest a race gets banned.
|title="Nemesis Prime"
|airdate=[[April 7]], [[2012]]
|written by=[[David McDermott]]
|directed by=[[Todd Waterman]]
|animation studio=[[Polygon Pictures]]
|production company=[[Hasbro Studios]]
}}

'''When Optimus Prime appears to attack Agent Fowler, the Autobots discover MECH's ultimate plan.'''

==Synopsis==
[[William Fowler|Agent Fowler]] drives out of a military base, listening to [[The Touch|a few tunes]], when a semi truck begins to tailgate him too close for comfort. He realizes that it's more than a case of road rage when the truck rams him. Fowler notices a familiar symbol on his attacker's grille-the [[Autobot]] [[insignia|symbol]]. He contacts the Autobot base, where [[Optimus Prime (Prime)|Optimus Prime]] is not present. The apparent Optimus Prime continues to attack, and as Fowler comes upon a bridge, he pushes his car through the divider, where it hangs precariously. The Autobots receive his message and bridge in, causing Prime to flee and [[Arcee (Prime)|Arcee]] to give chase. [[Bumblebee (Prime)|Bumblebee]] catches Fowler's car as it falls, but the bumper detaches, and [[Bulkhead (Prime)|Bulkhead]] catches it before it hits the ground. Arcee comes upon Optimus, but is knocked out when he runs her over.

The next thing she knows, she's back at base, being checked up on. [[Ratchet (Prime)|Ratchet]] doubts Arcee's assertion that Optimus ran her down, and the big 'bot arrives at base. The team goes on guard, but as Optimus offers proof that he's been at an underground energon site, the team stands down.

The other "Optimus" drives full speed into [[Alden Military Base]], wrecking helicopters and prompting chase until he stops. As soldiers surround him and open the door to find no driver, he transforms, and aims a weapon at them. Speaking in Prime's own voice, the double clearly announces himself as Optimus Prime, leader of the Autobots, before laying waste to the base around him. The other Prime tears through lines of soldiers, prompting Optimus, Arcee, Bumblebee and Bulkhead to bridge to his position. The fake retreats, and arriving military helicopters fire on the Autobots. They retreat to base.

Fowler fields a call asking about the attack, and receives the news that all Transformers, regardless of allegiance, are to be shot on sight. The team realizes that [[MECH]] has finally succeeded in replicating Cybertronians, inside and out, using human-made parts after studying Transformer anatomy so carefully.

Meanwhile, the false Prime arrives at a MECH bunker, where it is revealed that the robot is a remotely operated drone unit, with [[Silas]] in the control seat, expressing extreme satisfaction at the test run.

In attempting to locate the MECH base, Optimus notes that, unlike them, the duplicate (dubbed "Nemesis Prime" by Miko) must rely on its vehicle mode to travel, having no access to a [[GroundBridge]]. This places its lair within driving distance of both incidents, giving a range for them to search. The 'bots fan out, and Bumblebee comes upon a large complex. Optimus and the rest plan to rendezvous at his position. He enters, while Silas watches him. He powers up Nemesis Prime, and sends it out. Bumblebee is briefly fooled by the fake, until Silas slips and reveals he cannot understand Bumblebee's speech. The scout attacks but is quickly overpowered by the more imposing robot.

The rest of the Autobots enter the compound, cautious of any lookalikes. Bulkhead and Arcee are both taken out individually, leaving Optimus for the final showdown with his doppelganger.

At base, Ratchet attempts to isolate the control frequency of Nemesis Prime to pinpoint the location of its operator. He does, and Fowler insists on bridging in, citing that he is the one best equipped to deal with the "human element".

Nemesis squares off against Optimus, showing equal strength and agility. Fowler bridges in, and makes for the control bunker as the two Primes continue to spar. Nemesis catches Optimus, and shoves its blade into the Autobot leader. Silas gloats, commenting that he cannot feel pain through the robot, unlike his opponent, and revealing his intentions to build an army of these soldiers, when Fowler enters. They spar as well, and Fowler falls to Silas' superior hand-to-hand combat skills, only to reveal that he was just buying time for Optimus to beat the now-directionless copy. The real Prime dominates Nemesis, and their fight collapses the ceiling of the bunker, sending Silas's creation and a ton of rubble crashing down on top of him, putting Nemesis Prime out of commission in the process.

Optimus meditates on MECH's seemingly impaired functionality, now that it lacks a leader. However, Fowler brings him troubling news — in the pile of wreckage, no body was found.

Elsewhere, a group of MECH scientists monitor Silas' condition, noting that his injuries are terminal by normal standards — yet MECH is anything but, as they have the body of [[Breakdown (Prime)|Breakdown]] all wired up to their leader.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Bumblebee (Prime)|Bumblebee]] (3)
*[[Bulkhead (Prime)|Bulkhead]] (4)
*[[Arcee (Prime)|Arcee]] (5)
*[[Ratchet (Prime)|Ratchet]] (6)
*[[Optimus Prime (Prime)|Optimus Prime]] (10)
|c2=
*[[Breakdown (Prime)|Breakdown]] (15)
|c3=
*[[William Fowler]] (1)
*[[Raf Esquivel]] (7)
*[[Miko Nakadai]] (8)
*[[Jack Darby]] (9)
*[[Silas]] (11)
*[[MECH|MECH soldiers]] (12)
*[[MECH Surgeon]] (13)
*[[MECH Commando]] (14)
|c4=
*[[Nemesis Prime (Prime)|Nemesis Prime]] (2)
}}

==Quotes==
"Yes, that's it. Follow the light." 
"Wait, what? Not the best choice of words, Ratchet."
:—'''Ratchet''' and '''Arcee'''

"I am Optimus Prime, leader of the Autobots, and I bring you this message."
:—'''Nemesis Prime''' steals one of Optimus's catchphrases.

"Be on your guard. My double could be anywhere." 
''*Bumblebee beeps a reply*'' 
"I'm sorry. What?"
:—'''Nemesis Prime''' tries and fails to fool Bumblebee.

"The internal damage to his organs is massive, and beyond the scope of conventional medicine. Fortunately for our leader, MECH is anything but conventional."
:—'''MECH Surgeon''' on Silas's future.

==Notes==
===Animation and technical errors===
*When the soldiers confront Nemesis Prime at the military base, right when one says "This is a restricted area!", one of the soldiers is running but not moving in any direction; running in place.
*As Nemesis Prime begins to climb the tower, his battle-mask appears to retract to reveal a face.
*Before Optimus Prime climbs the tower, you can't hear his blaster turn back into his hand.
*Despite being ordered by Optimus to go covert, Arcee does not have her holographic driver on when in her motorcycle form.
*Due to model reuse, Fowler's car has the same [[license plate]] number as June Darby's.
*After calling the Autobots to ask about Optimus, Fowler is seen approaching a bridge at least a half mile away. But, when the camera shifts, it shows him already on the bridge.
*Bulkhead is somehow able to fall faster than Fowler's car, despite dropping from the bridge later than it.
*No matter what size, shape, weight, or speed a car is going, it will ''never'' be possible to break through a concrete barrier and come out with only a dent on the front bumper.
*How exactly did MECH extract Silas from under several tons of robot with the US military overhead and Fowler in the room?

===Continuity notes===
*MECH has Breakdown's reassembled remains, which they collected after [[Airachnid]] killed him in "[[Crossfire]]".
*Ratchet recalls MECH's study of Breakdown in "[[Operation: Breakdown]]".
*Optimus recalls the theft of Starscream's T-Cog, which they learned about in "Crossfire" after it happened in "[[Operation Bumblebee, Part 2]]".
*Silas took a scan of Optimus at the end of "[[Convoy (episode)|Convoy]]", which is evidently how he was able to produce a nearly-identical copy of him in this episode.
*Optimus's right sword, which had remained broken since "[[One Shall Fall]]", has finally been repaired.
*This is the [[One Shall Rise, Part 1|second time]] Bumblebee has tried and failed to save a car.
*As this is Fowler's first time in the GroundBridge, he experiences nausea, similar to the effect on the children in "[[Darkness Rising, Part 3]]".

===Transformers references===
*Fowler listens to an instrumental version of "[[The Touch]]" on his car radio.
*The first transformation of the fake Prime on the military base is in a similar animation layout to [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|another Optinus Prime]].
*Miko and Ratchet refer to the false Optimus Prime as "Nemesis Prime", a name first established in ''[[Transformers: Armada (franchise)|Armada]]'' as indicating an evil version of Optimus Prime and used [[Nemesis Prime (disambiguation)|a number of times since]].

===Real-world references===
*The opening scene with Fowler references [[Steven Spielberg]]'s 1971 film ''Duel'', starring an evil truck.

===Trivia===
*Silas is a former member of the Special Tactics branch of the military, while Fowler is an ex-Army Ranger.
*Nemesis Prime's transformation uses a modified version of the regular transformation sound effect, which makes it sound as if the transformation is not as smooth as that of an actual Cybertronian.

[[Category:Prime episodes]]

Loose Cannons

2012-04-11T05:00:54Z

134.117.251.43: /* Transformers references */

{{episode|
|otherseries=''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Transformers: Prime]]'' ep 32
|prev=Operation Bumblebee, Part 2
|next=Crossfire
|image=LooseCannons Wheeljack Dreadwing splitscreen.jpg
|caption=Do we need to disambiguate with "[[Deep Metal]]"?
|title="Loose Cannons"
|airdate=[[March 24]], [[2012]]
|written by=[[David McDermott]]
|directed by=[[Scooter Tidwell]]
|animation studio=[[Polygon Pictures]]
|production company=[[Hasbro Studios]]
}}

'''Wheeljack returns to Earth to look for a new Decepticon, but Optimus finds that something is not right with the rogue Bot.'''

==Synopsis==
[[Image:LooseCannons Wheeljack fires back.jpg|thumb|left|250px|If I'm coming back, I'm coming back with a BANG!]]
[[William Fowler|Agent Fowler]] calls the Autobots, furious about a Transformer fight outside Omaha with possible collateral damage. As the Autobots are all at base, [[Ratchet (Prime)|Ratchet]] suggests the [[Decepticon]]s are to blame, however a video feed reveals the combatants as a [[Skyquake (Prime)|Skyquake]]-type Decepticon and [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]]. Fowler demands that the situation be handled pronto.

Fowler reaches the battleground in his jet first and demands the pair stop, only to be fired on by Wheeljack. A [[GroundBridge]] opens up, and the Autobots step out to help Wheeljack. Outgunned, the Decepticon seizes the opportunity to scan Fowler's jet and make his escape. Wheeljack fires after him, blowing up a gas station. Though Wheeljack believes that [[Dreadwing (Prime)|Dreadwing]] was to blame for the explosion, he's informed otherwise.

[[Image:LooseCannons Wheeljack undergoes repairs.jpg|thumb|right|250px|So... do I get a lollipop?]]
Back at base, Ratchet repairs Wheeljack, who apologizes for the damage and explains his pursuit of Dreadwing. He had found his fellow [[Wrecker]] [[Seaspray (Prime)|Seaspray]], only for his friend to be blown up by Dreadwing. After several solar systems worth of pursuit, Wheeljack caught up with the Decepticon on [[Earth]]. Optimus infers that Dreadwing has come to pay allegiance to Megatron. He tries to stem Wheeljack's hotheadedness, and Fowler arrives to admonish Wheeljack for nearly blowing their cover. Wheeljack doesn't take well to being called part of the team, and walks off, followed by Bulkhead who intends to placate him. Optimus does his best to smooth things over with Fowler.

Dreadwing rendezvous with the ''[[Nemesis (Prime)|Nemesis]]''. [[Megatron (Prime)|Megatron]] welcomes his loyalty, but Dreadwing reveals he has come to Earth to avenge his [[spark]]-twin Skyquake. When Megatron confirms Skyquake's death, the [[Seeker (body-type)|Seeker]] vows to make every Autobot on Earth pay, but Megatron would rather Dreadwing follow his orders.

As Wheeljack works on his [[Jackhammer (Prime)|ship]], Bulkhead attempts to change his mind about the planet. Inside the Jackhammer, a challenge comes through over the commlink from Dreadwing. Wheeljack straps in to meet the 'Con, and convinced Bulkhead to come as well.

[[Image:LooseCannons Dreadwing tricks Wheeljack.jpg|thumb|left|250px|He's right behind me, isn't he?]]
Dreadwing faces off against Wheeljack, both determined to finish their business. They exchange fire, and Dreadwing runs, leading Wheeljack past a series of proximity bombs that the Autobot evades. Dreadwing runs into a dead end, but it turns out to be a trap—as Bulkhead appears atop the crevice, a last bomb on the cliff face explodes, burying the two Wreckers under rubble as Dreadwing flies clear.

At base, Ratchet finds Bulkhead's transmission over a thousand miles away. At Optimus's inquiry, he says that no response has been made.

In the crevice, Optimus helps Wheeljack out of a pile of boulders and reprimands him for endangering Bulkhead. Ratchet informs Optimus over comm that Bulkhead's signal has moved.

Wheeljack and Optimus fly to Bulkhead's location, a shipping depot. They find him in an unfortunate predicament, strapped to a crate with a bomb wired into his chest. Wheeljack gets to work defusing the bomb. From the top of a crane, Dreadwing looks on. He receives a transmission from Megatron, and reveals what he's doing. Meanwhile, Bulkhead tries to stop Wheeljack from continuing his attempts to defuse the bomb and the pair notice that Optimus is gone.

Megatron allows Dreadwing to continue his plan, though he muses to Soundwave that he does not expect Dreadwing to come back. At the depot, Dreadwing notices Optimus is missing in time for the Autobot leader to appear nearby and appeal to Dreadwing's sense of honour. Dreadwing refuses the offer of defection, and fires upon Prime, who escapes into the maze of containers.

[[Image:LooseCannons Optimus pins Dreadwing.jpg|thumb|right|250px|What was that "safe word" again?]]
Realizing that Wheeljack is unlikely to defuse the bomb, Bulkhead takes matters into his own hands, punching out Wheeljack, tearing out of his restraints, and running away from his friend. Elsewhere, Dreadwing continues to spar with Optimus, but loses him from his sights. Bulkhead heads towards the water to muffle the explosion, but is stopped by Wheeljack, who has come to the realization that Optimus has the right idea—they need Dreadwing to defuse the bomb.

Searching the dock, Dreadwing is ambushed by Optimus crashing down on top of him with a shipping crane. Pinned, Dreadwing is surrounded by the three Autobots. Though he claims he would rather destroy himself if it will avenge his brother, Optimus calls his bluff, and he defuses the bomb. However, not about to leave empty handed, Dreadwing sets off the many bombs he had placed throughout the port, and flies off. Wheeljack wonders who will clean that up.

On the ''Nemesis'', Megatron gloats about Dreadwing's defeat, but seems mildly surprised that the Seeker still lives. Dreadwing, in the wake of his defeat, pledges his total loyalty to Megatron.

At the base, Wheeljack apologizes for his misjudgment about Optimus earlier. The Autobots, sans Ratchet, convince Wheeljack to stay on Earth, though he opts to explore the planet. He's soon driving away with a new alternate mode.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Optimus Prime (Prime)|Optimus Prime]] (2)
*[[Ratchet (Prime)|Ratchet]] (3)
*[[Bulkhead (Prime)|Bulkhead]] (4)
*[[Bumblebee (Prime)|Bumblebee]] (5)
*[[Arcee (Prime)|Arcee]] (6)
*[[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] (8)
*[[Seaspray (Prime)|Seaspray]] (11) (ship only)
|c2=
*[[Dreadwing (Prime)|Dreadwing]] (7)
*[[Megatron (Prime)|Megatron]] (9)
*[[Soundwave (Prime)|Soundwave]] (10)
*[[Vehicon (Prime)|Vehicons]] (12)
*[[Skyquake (Prime)|Skyquake]] (flashback) (13)
*[[Starscream (Prime)|Starscream]] (flashback) (14)
|c3=
*[[William Fowler|Agent Fowler]] (1)
}}

==Quotes==
"I don't care if [[Abraham Lincoln]] is back! We have to contain the situation before we all wind up on the eleven o'clock news."
:-'''Agent Fowler''' demands that the Autobots stop Wheeljack and Dreadwing.

"Not this again!"
:—'''Agent Fowler''' gets his vehicle scanned by a 'Con for a third time.

'''Wheeljack''': You know Wreckers don't call for backup. 
'''Wheeljack''' and '''Bulkhead''': They call for clean-up! 
:—The remaining Wreckers provide an alternative to "Wreck and Rule!"

"If you will not take orders from me, that is one thing. But when you place one of my Autobots in danger..."
:-'''Optimus Prime''' reprimands Wheeljack for compromising Bulkhead's safety before he is cut off by Wheeljack.

"I will be quite surprised if we ever set eyes upon Dreadwing again."
:—'''Megatron''' putting his faith into his soldier.

"Sorry, Jackie. It's 'cause I love ya."
:—'''Bulkhead''' shows the tough love.

"Sorry, fishies!"
:—'''Bulkhead''' runs towards water with a bomb attached.

==Notes==
===Animation and technical errors===
* When Wheeljack faces Dreadwing in the forest, the scar on his left shoulder (that was inflicted by Dreadwing in their first showdown on Earth) seems to have disappeared. Few moments later it's there again.
* When Wheeljack is chasing Dreadwing through the chasm, his grenade can be seen on his hip, despite it having been used earlier.

===Continuity notes===
* This episode features the first on-screen use of the term [[Terrorcon (Prime)|Terrorcon]].
* Bulkhead brings up Optimus, Bee and Fowler's fight with Skyquake, and Arcee mentions his zombified resurrection at Starscream's hand which occurred in "[[Masters & Students]]" and "[[Shadowzone (episode)|Shadowzone]]".
* Soundwave shows scenes of Optimus and Bumblebee's fight with Skyquake in "Masters and Students".

===Transformers references===
* Wheeljack namedrops former Wreckers [[Impactor (Prime)|Impactor]], [[Roadbuster (Prime)|Roadbuster]], [[Rotorstorm (Prime)|Rotorstorm]], and [[Pyro (Prime)|Pyro]]. The Generation 1 incarnations of these four characters are all Wreckers from various continuities: [[Impactor (G1)|Impactor]] and [[Roadbuster (G1)|Roadbuster]] were original members of the group when it was first introduced in "[[Target: 2006]]", while [[Rotorstorm (G1)|Rotorstorm]] and [[Pyro (G1)|Pyro]] joined in ''[[The Transformers: Last Stand of the Wreckers|Last Stand of the Wreckers]]''. Like their ''Prime'' counterparts, all four characters have indeed been seen to die while serving as Wreckers in one continuity or another. Seaspray being a Wrecker, meanwhile, is a new addition.
* Wheeljack namedrops the [[Dromedon System]] and the planets [[Maderan]] and [[Sandokan]].
* Dreadwing is referred to as a [[Seeker (body-type)|Seeker]].
* Dreadwing references [[Pit|The Pit]].
*Bulkhead called [[Seaspray (Prime)|Seaspray]] "ol' barnacle butt", which references the deceased Autobot's hovercraft-mode in the G1 continuity.
*Optimus explains how the [[Wrecker]]s are a separate team faction from the Autobots.
*Dread Wing and Skysquake's sharing of two halves of a spark is similar to the relation between [[Rampage (BW)|Rampage]] and [[Dinobot II]].

===Real-world references===
*Fowler compares the activities of the Wreckers to "black ops", a term for covert military operations. In popular culture, black ops are generally seen as being dirty business that regular soldiers aren't able to carry out, and units that carry them out are often independent of the normal chain of command. Describes the Wreckers pretty well.
*Fowler mentions [[Abraham Lincoln]].

===Trivia===
*Fowler ''really'' needs to stop flying that jet of his around Decepticons who look like they turn into jets.
*Wheeljack finally takes an Earth-based vehicle mode. Seems like he's on Earth to stay.
*Dreadwing's proximity bombs have plates resembling his wings.
*Optimus didn't look very comfortable in Wheeljack's ship.
*Megatron actually sounds irritated when he's warning Dreadwing against going after Optimus. Seems he's getting tired of 'cons getting themselves maimed or killed trying to go after the Prime.
[[Category:Prime episodes]]

The Secret of the Ruins

2012-01-18T03:15:37Z

134.117.251.43: /* Trivia */

{{episode|
|series=RiD
|ep=6
|title="The Secret of the Ruins"
|japanese=ギガトロンの襲撃!
|romaji=Gigatron no Shūgeki!
|translation=Gigatron's Raid!
|image=Thesecretoftheruins titlecard.jpg
|caption=This looks familiar...
|production code=
|production company=[[TV Tokyo]], [[Nihon Ad Systems|NAS]], [[Studio Gallop]]
|airdate=[[May 10]], [[2000]] (Japanese) [[October 11]], [[2001]] (English)
|director=[[Yoshiaki Tsutsui]]
|animation studio=Studio Gallop
|written by=[[Junki Takegami]] (Japanese) [[Tom Wyner]] (English)
}}
'''Predacons attack.''' 
'''Invasion of the city.''' 
'''Sky-Byte finds ruins.'''

==Synopsis==
[[Image:Secret of the Ruins Bullettrain in city.jpg|left|200px|thumb|I'm telling you the cafe is right around here!]]
In daylight, in the middle of [[Metro City]], [[Megatron (RID)|Megatron]] and his [[Predacon (RID)|Predacons]] attack, hoping to draw out the [[Autobot]]s. [[T-AI]] contacts the [[Autobot Brothers]], but can only find [[Prowl (RID)|Prowl]] and [[X-Brawn]], who report they're busy looking for [[Side Burn (RID)|Side Burn]] and [[Koji Onishi|Koji]], who've gone to explore some old ruins. T-AI orders [[Team Bullet Train]] into the city instead. The three trainbots transform and walk through the city towards the Predacons, who immediately attack with [[Gas Skunk]]'s acid breath. [[Railspike (RID)|Railspike]] uses missiles to ignite Gas Skunk's breath, and the incompetent skunk runs around, frying his two teammates. From the base, [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus Prime]] notes that the Predacons apparently aren't trying to heist some energy supply, and he is suspicious that the attack might be more than meets the eye.

[[Sky-Byte (RID)|Sky-Byte]], who wasn't at Megatron's attack on the city, explores a mountain range, looking for [[Payuma ruins|mysterious ruins]], which the Predacons learned about by using the [[psycho-probe]] to take the information from the mind of [[Kenneth Onishi|Dr. Onishi]]. Sky-Byte spies Side Burn, who is in the area with Koji to search for the same ruins, which Koji explains were left by the "Piyuma" Native Americans.

[[Image:Secret of the Ruins Sideburnkoji.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Koji, I can't see!]]
Koji and Side Burn find the ruins and enter inside on foot. Sky-Byte, who has followed the pair, fires missiles inside after them, trying to trap them inside. Side Burn detects the missiles in advance, and he tries to race through the cave (passing by [[Kelly (RID)|Kelly]], who also happened to be exploring the ruins). After he eventually dodges the missiles, Side Burn radios a mayday message to base for help.

The Predacon Trio continue to get beaten by Team Bullet Train. Megatron, tired of waiting for Prime, engages the Autobots. Instead of helping out in the city, Prime goes to aid Side Burn.

[[Image:Secret of the Ruins Skybyteoptimus.jpg|left|200px|thumb|Jaws V: The Reconciliation]]
Sky-Byte, unaware that he's failed to kill Side Burn and his human friend, and also unaware that more Autobots are on the way, voyages into the ruins to find whatever made them so important to Dr. Onishi, assuming that it must be a source of power. Prime arrives and uses his [[Flying Fist]] to knock Sky-Byte down some stairs. Rather than fight Prime, Sky-Byte grabs the chest that holds the ruins' prize and races outside.

Megatron, hearing that Sky-Byte has completed his mission, calls off the urban attack. Instead of letting him escape unharmed, Team Bullet Train combine into [[Rail Racer (RID)|Rail Racer]] and deliver a solid punch. The wounded Megatron retreats in his jet mode.

Exiting the ruins, Sky-Byte runs into the Autobot Brothers. The three blast Sky-Byte, who drops the chest in defeat. Prime catches the chest. With both Predacon attacks over, the Autobots open the chest and discover the prize: a photo of Koji and Dr. Onishi that the doctor stashed in the caves last time he and his son visited them. But more importantly, in the frame of the picture, the Autobots find a [[Doctor Onishi's microchip|microchip]] that could advance the plot.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus Prime]] (6)
*[[T-AI]] (7)
*[[Prowl (RID)|Prowl]] (8)
*[[X-Brawn]] (9)
*[[Railspike (RID)|Railspike]] (10)
*[[Rapid Run (RID)|Rapid Run]] (11)
*[[Midnight Express (RID)|Midnight Express]] (12)
*[[Side Burn (RID)|Side Burn]] (15)
*[[Rail Racer (RID)|Rail Racer]] (18)

|h2=[[Predacon (RID)|Predacons]]
|c2=
*[[Megatron (RID)|Megatron]] (1)
*[[Dark Scream]] (2)
*[[Slapper (RID)|Slapper]] (3)
*[[Gas Skunk]] (4)
*[[Sky-Byte (RID)|Sky-Byte]] (13)

|c3=
*[[Dorie Dutton]] (5)
*[[Kenneth Onishi|Dr. Onishi]] (14)
*[[Koji Onishi]] (16)
*[[Kelly (RID)|Kelly]] (17)
}}

==Quotes==
"It's the talking car. And guided missiles—but they didn't talk."
:—'''Kelly'''

"Now, Autobots... Let's see how you do against a real opponent. You'll soon discover that all your powers combined won't be enough to defeat me." 
"Do you talk this much all the time, or only when you've got two mouths?"
:—'''Megatron''' fails to intimidate '''Rapid Run'''.

==Notes==
===Differences with ''Car Robots''===
This episode's ''Robots in Disguise'' dub was completed prior to 9/11, but it was not set to air until a few days after the tragedy. Due to several scenes involving the mass destruction of buildings by the Predacons, the episode was promptly pulled before it reached air and underwent extensive re-editing and re-dubbing to make it appropriate for broadcast. Consequently, the episode did not air until much later, well into the multiple-episodes-per-week schedule the show was keeping at the time. The original English version of the episode has never been released in any form; this list notes all the differences between the original ''Car Robots'' episode and the heavily-modified second ''Robots in Disguise'' version.
[[Image:Rid_ep6_deletedscenes.jpg|right|thumb|300px]]
* The changes begin right away. The whole opening scene of the ''Car Robots'' version of this episode is original animation, depicting Megatron crashing through a building in [[Wikipedia:Shinjuku|Shinjuku]] late at night. Crowds of terrified onlookers watch as he declares that he will make them all kneel at his feet, after which the Predacon trio pop up on the roof of a building, then leap down. Gas Skunk unleashes a gas attack, melting and corroding a building, and the scene ends on a shot of the city's skyline, as black smoke rises up from it. This scene was almost entirely replaced for ''Robots in Disguise'', and a new opening was created by recycling clips of Megatron's arrival from "[[Battle Protocol!]]", sans any destruction. The only pieces of footage to survive from the ''Car Robots'' version of the episode are the cityscape, the Preadacons leaping down and Gas Skunk attacking; even the end of his attack is cut short, so as not to reveal the damaged building.
*In ''Car Robots'', Gas Skunk implies he ''could'' shoot gas out his butt if he wanted to, but chooses not to for decency's sake. ''Robots in Disguise'' plays it as him forgetting he's not a real skunk for a second.
*''Robots in Disguise'' once again replaces the Japanese toy ID numbers of the Autobot Brothers and Team Bullet Train with their names. The Spy Changers are briefly seen scrolling past, and ''Robots in Disguise'' just deletes their ID numbers without bothering to replace them.
*Everyone is just sort of... more... ''pissy'' in ''Car Robots''. Prowl is annoyed at Side Burn's disappearance, X-Brawn thinks he's chasing red sports cars, Optimus laments "I can't do anything with these guys!" and T-AI moans that the brothers' timekeeping is poor. In ''Robots in Disguise'', they have the decency to be ''worried'' about Side Burn, and Prowl suggests calling up Team Bullet Train to stand in for them while they search.
*As Team Bullet Train is summoned, ''Robots in Disguise'' adds a quick shot of the member select program screen before each character appears, with their names flashing. Got to remind the kids at home which toys to ask for!
[[Image:Rid_ep6_rockpaperscissors.jpg|right|thumb]]
*Railspike's intro scene is mirrored in ''Robots in Disguise'', which him driving across the screen from right to left, instead of left to right as we was in ''Car Robots''. The same is true of the scenes of the Predacons gathering on a rooftop, and Dark Scream spotting the Bullet Trains approaching.
*''Robots in Disguise'' adds one of its CGI POV targeting shots as Gas Skunk prepares to fire on the trains, and another as Railspike fires back.
*After Rapid Run and Railspike give each other a thumbs-up, ''Robots in Disguise'' cuts out a short scene in which Midnight Express mistakenly believes they're playing rock-paper-scissors, and gets yelled at by the others. The joke is repeated a little later into the episode, after the trains take down the Predacon trio, and is again cut from ''Robots in Disguise''.
*The first rock-paper-scissors gag is followed by a [[scene transition]] that involves an Autobot symbol quickly filling up the scene and receding; it's the first time it has been used in ''Car Robots'', but it will be seen again. ''Robots in Disguise'' mostly excises these and uses its own CGI scene transitions, as it has been doing since the first episode.
*In ''Car Robots'', Sky-Byte perches himself on a rocky peak and scans the horizon. ''Robots in Disguise'' added a commercial break just before this, so the panning shot of the skyline is moved to ''before'' Sky-Byte sits down, to serve as an establishing shot for anyone just joining the show after the break, rather than as Sky-Byte's POV.
[[Image:Rid_ep6_kappa.jpg|right|thumb]]
* ''Robots in Disguise'' cuts a short scene of Japanese wordplay when Sky-Byte first sights the entrance to the ruins. In ''Car Robots'', the Payuma ruins are known as the real-life [[Wikipedia:Cappadocia|Cappadocia]] ruins, and Sky-Byte takes the name at face value, beliving it must have some connection to the mythical Japanese water monster known as the [[Wikipedia:Kappa (folklore)|Kappa]]. In two deleted shots, he mistakenly recalls the name as "Kappa's Navel" and "Kappa's Plate", imagining them in his patented comedy thought bubbles. The gag runs on into his flashback, where Megatron believes it's called "Kappa's Bellybutton", causing Sky-Byte to facefault, a brief action also cut from ''Robots in Disguise''.
* Sky-Byte's flashback to Megatron giving him orders is also quite heavily altered for ''Robots in Disguise''. In ''Car Robots'', Sky-Byte asks Megatron why he is attempting to conquer an insignificant planet like Earth, prompting Megatron to tell him that there is [[Fortress Maximus (RID)|something important]] hidden somewhere on it (thought the implication is that even Megatron doesn't know exactly what it is). In ''Robots in Disguise'', they just talk about prying "secret information" from Doctor Onishi's brain. The flashback is also shortened for ''Robots in Disguise'', as a long downward panning shot of the Megastar is removed.
* Side Burn and Koji's conversation about the ruins is shortened down for ''Robots in Disguise''. The ''Car Robots'' version also carried on the "kappa" gag, as Side Burn mispronounces "Cappadocia" as "[[wikipedia:sushi#Makizushi|Kappamaki]]", a kind of sushi roll with cucumber (he says he prefers tekkamaki, literally an "iron roll"). For ''Robots in Disguise'', this was changed to him mispronouncing "Payuma" as "pie humor," which he considers his preferred style of comedy.
[[Image:Rid_ep6_POV.jpg|right|thumb|300px]]
*Yet more POV shots! ''Car Robots'' includes some POV shots of its own, one when Sky-Byte watches Side Burn and Koji, and two more as his missiles track them. ''Robots in Disguise'' replaces them with their now-standard CGI efforts.
*Yet ''another'' POV shot is added to ''Robots in Disguise'' a minute later when Midnight Express targets Gas Skunk with his rifle. After he successfully blasts the Predacons, ''Car Robots'' has Midnight Express be very happy with himself, as it's his "first win". Railspike and Rapid Run give him a thumbs-up, and he sags, believing he has lost another round of rock-paper-scissors. The sag is cut from ''Robots in Disguise''.
*In a rather obvious cock-up, ''Robots in Disguise'' takes shots of Megatron's shadow looming over the Bullet Trains, and of the trains looking up at the villain in claw mode, and moves them to ''after'' he transforms into dragon mode, creating a visual continuity error.
*In ''Car Robots'', Optimus thinks that the mayday signal causing his chest to glow is chest pains caused by worrying! Ha!
*One last time for now: ''Robots in Disguise'' adds a CGI POV targeting shot as the Autobot Brothers prepare to fire on Sky-Byte.
*Scenes that ''Robots in Disguise'' extends with looped and repeated footage include:
**Optimus asking T-AI to activate the member select program.
**T-AI doing so.
**Prowl telling T-AI they can't find Side Burn.
**Prime telling T-AI to call up Team Bullet Train.
**Railspike and Rapid Run watching as Midnight Express stumbles through traffic.
**Rapid Run and Railspike's banter about Railspike's aiming abilities.
**Rapid Run giving Railspike a thumbs-up.
**Prime remarking that something smells bad.

===Animation or technical errors===
* After Side Burn ditches the missiles and transforms, the smoke around his feet appears to move backwards and forwards.

===Continuity errors===
* Optimus Prime describes Sky-Byte as "very clever."
* Dark Scream's "center laser" acts as a freeze-ray whereas it's never been used as such before.
* Speaking of Dr. Onishi, he has his glasses back — they were left behind when Megatron kidnapped him back in [[Battle Protocol!]].
* When Megatron arrives to battle Team Bullet Train, he transforms from his giant hand mode into his two-headed dragon mode. As he flies toward Team Bullet Train, he is suddenly in his hand mode again, and when he lands, he is back in his two-headed dragon form.

===Transformers references===
*Doctor Onishi is subjected to the mind-reading psycho-probe, a callback to the mind-reading device from the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|Generation 1 cartoon]] episode "[[The Girl Who Loved Powerglide]]". It is even noted to run at 90,000 volts per scan, as the original did.

===Real-world references===
* Images in Dr. Onishi's mind include the [[Statue of Liberty]], [[Arc de Triomphe]] and London's Tower Bridge.

===Trivia===
*One of the few factoids known about the original dub of this episode was that it featured Dorie Dutton making a reference to "robo-terrorism of the mid-1980s". Dorie's dialogue had to be re-recorded to remove this line when the episode was redubbed ("terrorism" having become a no-no word), but evidently regular actress [[Tifanie Christun]] wasn't available, as T-AI's voice actress [[Sandy Fox]] is performing the role.
*Sky-Bite comments that at 90,000 volts, Dr. Onishi won't survive many attempts to probe him. It's amps that determine how lethal an electric current it (and stopping the human heart requires abut 1.5 amps, never mind 90,000). Volts determine the pain of the shock, which doesn't matter much if you're in a coma. It seems Sky-Bite is very considerate about creatures' suffering...
*This episode shows one of the only times a Transformer has switched to robot mode while carrying a human passenger. Rather than being squished to death, Koji is ejected. The same thing happens in "[[The Human Element]]". In ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Transformers: Prime]]'' [[Miko Nakadai|Miko]] survived inside [[Bulkhead (Prime)|Bulkhead]] during his transformation in "[[Darkness Rising, Part 4]]," but was not ejected. Several episodes later, [[Agent Fowler]] similarly remains safely inside of the transforming [[Optimus Prime (Prime)|Optimus Prime]], but inexplicably winds up in his hand.

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2000 — ''Transformers: Car Robots'' — Vol. 2 ([[Pony Canyon]]) — Japanese audio only. 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2004 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Volume One ([[Maximum Entertainment]]) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2004 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Three-Disc Box Set: Part 1 of 2 (Maximum Entertainment) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2007 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Evil Intent (Maximum Entertainment) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2007 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Special Edition 2-Disc Set (Maximum Entertainment) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2007 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise / Ninja Turtles: The Next Mutation / Action Man'' (Maximum Entertainment) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2007 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Season One (Maximum Entertainment) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2007 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Ultimate Collection (Maximum Entertainment)

==External links==
*[http://www.ridforever.info/transformers-transcripts/rid-episode-06-the-secret-of-the-ruins.php "The Secret of the Ruins" on RiDForever.info]

{{DEFAULTSORT:Secret of the Ruins}}
[[Category:Robots in Disguise episodes]]

Landfill (episode)

2012-01-17T22:48:19Z

134.117.251.43: /* Animation or technical errors */

{{disambig3|Landfill}}
{{episode|
|series=RiD
|ep=21
|title="Landfill"
|japanese=四体合体! ビルドキング
|romaji=Yontai Gattai! Build King
|translation=Quadruple Merge! Build King
|image=Landfill Sideburncrash.jpg
|caption=Side Burn's last visit to San Andreas went to hell on day one.
|production code=
|production company=[[TV Tokyo]], [[Nihon Ad Systems|NAS]], [[Studio Gallop]]
|airdate=[[August 23|23 August]] [[2000]] (Japanese) [[June 22]], [[2002]] (English)
|director=[[Yoshiaki Tsutsui]]
|animation studio=Studio Gallop
|written by=[[Yukiyoshi Ōhashi]] (Japanese) [[Richard Epcar]] (English)
|continuity=
}}

'''The Space Bridge screws up!''' 
'''The Build Team suspect foul play''' 
'''and [[Devastator (G1)|merge for the kill]]!'''

==Synopsis==
[[X-Brawn]] is tearing down a deserted forest road at night, with the Decepticon [[Commando|Commandos]] in hot pursuit. With [[Scourge (RID)|Scourge]] and [[Armorhide (RID)|Armorhide]] closing in, the rugged SUV looks trapped...until he is able to take a quick detour into a nearby Global Space Bridge warp tunnel, leaving the Decepticons cursing both their luck and the Autobots' ever-pesky teleportation technology. The 'Cons quickly realise that the space bridge is proving too key an advantage to the Autobots to be left as it is; the ever-belligerent Armorhide is all in favour of blasting it to pieces, but Scourge takes more interest in [[Mega-Octane]]'s suggestion of turning the technology against its creators...

[[Image:Landfill Grimlockcomputer.jpg|left|200px|thumb|The other terminals contain Wedge's porn collection.]]
Back in the city, the Autobot [[Build Team]] is busy doing what they do best. Finishing up work on the space bridge's Arctic tunnel link, they radio in to [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus Prime]] to report that they're ahead of schedule, before [[Wedge]] suggests that they unwind with a little battle practice. Wedge and teammates [[Heavy Load (RID)|Heavy Load]] and [[Hightower (RID)|Hightower]] head off for the Battle Zone, leaving [[Grimlock (RID)|Grimlock]] to finish up by uploading the Arctic link data into the space bridge's computer network; little does he realise, however, that he is being trailed by [[Ro-Tor (RID)|Ro-Tor]], and is inadvertently leading Scourge and his team right to the network's access terminal. The Decepticons bust into the terminal bunker after Grimlock has finished his routine programming chore, allowing Scourge to tamper with the space bridge's tracking and location systems before dispatching the Commandos for the next phase of his scheme.

[[Image:Landfill Rapidrunballgame.jpg|right|200px|thumb|So, who do I give this to to get an autograph?]]
With the Decepticon sabotage successful, [[Movor]] arrives in the city centre and begins causing mayhem. Responding to the disturbance, [[T-AI]] dispatches [[Team Bullet Train]] to the combat zone; however, thanks to Scourge's tamperings, the space bridge instead deposits the confused Autobots onto a busy freeway. Extremely peeved, Team Bullet Train return to Autobot headquarters, where [[Rapid Run (RID)|Rapid Run]] and Wedge get into a heated argument over who's to blame for the malfunction. While Prime dispatches Build Team in a fruitless attempt to track down the cause of the error, the Commandos continue to wreak havoc in the urban centre, leading to Team Bullet Train being sent into the warp tunnels once more, along with the [[Autobot Brothers]]; Mega-Octane's continued interference, however, sees the Autobots dumped in a variety of undesirable locations and situations, including a pool of cement, a busy mall, and the middle of a baseball match attended by [[Koji Onishi|Koji]].

This disruption, of course, is all part of Scourge's plan, as he explains as he arrives at the Autobot's North energy research facility with a delighted [[Megatron (RID)|Megatron]]; with the Autobots trapped by their own space bridge, the Predacon leader will be free to plunder all the energy he needs. T-AI, however, is on the case; running a diagnostic on the computer systems, she discovers that the computer link at the main terminal building has been tampered with, and Build Team rush to the location to repair the damage. Seeing off the Commandos en route with a little help from Optimus, the construction bots are able to restore the network systems, and, once they learn of the Predacon attack on the energy facility, use the newly space bridge to track down the scattered Autobots for a final counter-attack against the Predacons at the energy facility.

[[Image:Landfill Megslandfill.jpg|left|200px|thumb|Wanna snow cone?]]
Though initially shocked at the speed of the Autobots' response to their sabotage, Megatron and Scourge refuse to go down without a fight, with Megatron finding a vantage point atop a treacherous sheet of ice. Team Bullet Train prepares to combine to finish the fight...until Wedge intercedes on the behalf of Build Team, claiming that the Predacon sabotage of "their" space bridge has made this a matter of personal honour, as well as citing the builders' superiority on ice. Optimus accedes to Build Team's request, and the four construction bots respond by assuming their combined form, the imposing [[Landfill (RID)|Landfill]]. Utilising their superior traction and impressive repertoire of (largely shoulder-based) attacks, Landfill is quickly able to overcome Megatron and Scourge, sending them into retreat once again.

With the threat of Megatron averted once again, the Autobots clear the air and apologise to each other over the flared tempers and misunderstandings caused by the malfunctioning warp tunnels. Optimus declares the incident a great teamwork exercise, and the reconciled Autobots use the recalibrated space bridge to head harmoniously for home.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[X-Brawn]] (1)
*[[Heavy Load (RID)|Heavy Load]] (7)
*[[Grimlock (RID)|Grimlock]] (8)
*[[Wedge]] (9)
*[[Hightower (RID)|Hightower]] (10)
*[[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus Prime]] (11)
*[[T-AI]] (12)
*[[Railspike (RID)|Railspike]] (14)
*[[Rapid Run (RID)|Rapid Run]] (15)
*[[Midnight Express (RID)|Midnight Express]] (16)
*[[Side Burn (RID)|Side Burn]] (17)
*[[Prowl (RID)|Prowl]] (18)
*[[Landfill (RID)|Landfill]] (22)

|h2=[[Predacon (RID)|Predacons]]
|c2=
*[[Rollbar (RID)|Rollbar]] (2)
*[[Ro-Tor (RID)|Ro-Tor]] (3)
*[[Scourge (RID)|Scourge]] (4)
*[[Armorhide (RID)|Armorhide]] (5)
*[[Mega-Octane]] (6)
*[[Movor]] (13)
*[[Megatron (RID)|Megatron]] (21)

|c3=
*[[Koji Onishi]] (19)
*[[Kelly (RID)|Kelly]] (20)
}}

==Quotes==

"I'll tell you what we ''should'' do: we should go in there and blast that place into tiny little pieces!" 
"I've got a great idea: why don't we just hack into their system? Then we could find out where their tunnels lead." 
"Hacking, schmacking. I say we go in there and blow the whole place to oblivion! Then we don't have to care where the tunnels lead, am I right?" 
"Half-track mind..."
:—'''Armorhide''' and '''Rollbar''' talk tactics outside the space bridge terminal bunker. Well, Rollbar does, anyway.

"Well, that's one way to get in. I myself woulda used the door."
:—'''Rollbar''' on Scourge smashing through the wall

"Now, ''Scourge'' has the right idea! See what I mean? You gotta break down some walls, blow up some buildings, destroy these computers—" 
"Can't you clamp your voice-boxes?!" 
"Uh...yeah, sorry, sir."
:—'''Armorhide''' likes the cut of '''Scourge''''s jib; Scourge just doesn't like anyone.

"OOH! Aww, no, he caught it, and that was the last out of the innings! And what is Rapid Run doing on the field anyway?"
:—'''Koji''', always quick on the uptake.

"That...couldn't be the new subway line, could it?"
:—'''Kelly''' attempts to rationalise the sudden appearance of Railspike in the middle of a crowded mall. Nice try.

"''Leave Megatron alone!!''"
:—'''Scourge''' channels his inner [[wikipedia:Chris_Crocker_(Internet_celebrity)|Chris Crocker]].

==Notes==
===Differences with ''Car Robots''===

===Animation or technical errors===
* When the Autobots are being flung out of the space bridge to random undesirable locations, the member of Team Bullet Train shown careering down a hill resembles Rapid Run, but speaks with Railspike's voice.
*When Heavy Load restrains Wedge, his [[chin]] is yellow instead of grey.
*Hightower is the one who removes the Decepticon disc from the computer to reinstall the correct one... but then he is immediately seen standing beside Wedge.
*When Prime changes to "Battle Protocol" in the frozen north, an extended version of the first shot of his battle mode stock footage plays. Though it still finishes with him in battle mode, he's not wearing the helmet, appearing to have his regular head instead. In the next shot we see him in, the helmet is firmly on his head.

===Continuity errors===
* The construction project on which the Build Team are seen completing work is described as an "Arctic link" tunnel. Presumably this is supposed to be the same tunnel that was being built in [[Wedge's Short Fuse|the previous episode]], but that tunnel was located at the bottom of the sea, whereas the Build Team here are seen hauling dirt in the middle of the city.
* Koji's fellow spectators at the baseball game seem to change dramatically in appearance from shot to shot.
* After sabotaging the space bridge, Scourge announces the Decepticons should move out, but later on we cut back to Scourge and Mega-Octane still in the terminal bunker.

===Real-world references===
* The sign Movor destroys has an image of Ronald McDonald on it.
* When the Autobots arrive to fight Megatron and Scourge, Rapid Run asks if they were expecting the [[Wikipedia: Yeti|Abominable Snowman]]

===Transformers references===
* X-Brawn moans "They're on me like [[The Insecticon Syndrome|an Insecticon in a power core]]."

===Trivia===
*This was one of three ''Robots in Disguise'' episodes, along with "[[Attack from Outer Space]]" and "[[Sky-Byte Saves the Day]]", that never aired in the U.S. due to post-[[wikipedia:September 11 attacks|9/11]] sensitivity over its scenes of urban destruction.
*[[Sky-Byte (RID)|Sky-Byte]] and [[Slapper (RID)|the]] [[Gas Skunk|Predacon]] [[Dark Scream|Trio]] are absent from this episode, marking the first time in the series that their unique services have not been called upon. Maybe Megatron is finally learning his lesson... [[Sky-Byte Saves the Day|or not]].
*Just for variation, Optimus announces "Battle Protocol" when he goes into super mode the second time.

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2000 — ''Transformers: Car Robots'' — Vol. 6 ([[Pony Canyon]]) — Japanese audio only. 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2005 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Three-Disc Box Set: Part 2 of 2 ([[Maximum Entertainment]]) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2007 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Season Two (Maximum Entertainment) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2007 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Ultimate Collection (Maximum Entertainment)

[[Category:Robots in Disguise episodes]]

Volcano (episode)

2012-01-17T19:21:03Z

134.117.251.43: /* Notes */

{{episode|
|series=RiD
|ep=16
|title="Volcano"
|japanese=対決! ふたりのコンボイ!
|romaji=Taiketsu! Futari no Convoy!
|translation=En Garde! Two Convoys!
|image=Volcano Titlecard.JPG
|caption=YA THINK?
|production code=
|production company=[[TV Tokyo]], [[Nihon Ad Systems|NAS]], [[Studio Gallop]]
|written by=[[Tadashi Hayakawa]] (Japanese) [[Tom Wyner]] (English)
|director=[[Akira Katō]]
|animation studio=Studio Gallop
|airdate=[[July 19|19 July]] [[2000]] (Japanese) [[September 25]], [[2001]] (English)
|continuity=
}}

'''A volcanic plot''' 
'''But Sky-Byte's true mission is''' 
'''Arguing with Scourge'''

==Synopsis==
[[Megatron (RID)|Megatron]] has discovered that a volcano at a Caribbean resort on [[Montrose Island]] holds vast amounts of energy that could be tapped into, and he dispatches the Predacon trio to investigate—while [[Scourge (RID)|Scourge]] and [[Sky-Byte (RID)|Sky-Byte]] guard the volcano (and glare at each other). While investigating, the Predacons accidentally trigger a volcanic eruption and have to flee for their lives from molten lava. ([[Kelly (RID)|Kelly]] happens to be at this same resort and is using the hot springs—as it gets hotter under the eruption, she relaxes, thinking the hotel workers turned the heat up for her.)

Discovering the situation and realising the resort could be wiped out, [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus Prime]] heads there with the [[Spy Changer|Spy Changers]]. Sky-Byte is eager to take on his enemy once more—and has composed a haiku for the occasion—but Scourge wants to kill Optimus himself, and interferes with Sky-Byte's attack to launch his own. Sky-Byte is livid but can't get the Decepticon to let him in on the battle.

[[Image:Volcano Skybytescourge.jpg|left|200px|thumb|Tonight on Fox: When Shriners Attack!]]
Optimus is unable to convince the enemy to call off the fight until after the volcano is stopped. When [[T-AI]] reports in that only his Blizzard Storm attack can stop a lava overflow, he orders the Spy Changers to take on Sky-Byte and Scourge while he stops the eruption. Unfortunately for him, the [[Commando|Commandos]] have arrived and attempt to shoot him down!

The Spy Changers quickly regroup to shoot it out with the Commandos, while [[Hot Shot (RID)|Hot Shot]] orders [[Mirage (RID)|Mirage]] to hold off Scourge—that doesn't work very well, and Optimus Prime is blasted from behind. [[W.A.R.S.]] intervenes to hold Scourge back, allowing Optimus to use his Blizzard Storm and freeze the lava, but this will only last for eight minutes. To make matters worse, the Commandos combine into [[Ruination (RID)|Ruination]] and unleash a rapid-fire barrage on the Spy Changers. Down below, the resort is evacuated... except for Kelly, still relaxing in the spring and not noticing what's going on.

[[Image:Volcano Ruinationspychangers.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Scramble City! Ruination is in non-standard configuration.]]
Sky-Byte decides to get rid of both Optimus and Scourge in one swoop, destroying the ice plug and part of the volcano to speed up the lava flow. Under orders, the Spychangers quickly take down Ruination (by... pushing him over) and then erect a makeshift rock barricade to hold the lava back. (Meanwhile, Kelly finds the spring getting too hot but is too embarrassed to get out and ask for it to be turned down after she asked to have it turned up.) [[Ruination (RID)|Ruination]] recovers and attacks the barricade, forcing Prime to take him down again-but now they're surrounded by lava and the island is doomed. Scourge confronts Sky-Byte over trying to attack him, with the shark desperately lying that he was only after Optimus.

[[Image:Volcano Predaconslava.jpg|left|200px|thumb|"Oh no, our toys must be out of production!"]]
The Predacon trio finally escapes the lava flow only to emerge outside the volcano with even more lava—"it's following us!"

Hot Shot quickly figures out they can save the resort by redirecting the lava flow, and the Spychangers initiate their group attack "[[Inferno Blast]]" to carve a path for it. The Predacons—still fleeing—are ordered to attack and stop the Autobots, with Scourge joining in with a barrage attack (which deliberately hits the Preds too—"what goes around comes around, Sky-Byte."), but it fails to stop them from successfully finishing their path to the ocean. As Optimus takes down Ruination, the Predacons fall into the ocean and are blasted off when the lava comes after them.

With the resort saved, Optimus thanks the Spy Changers for their help. Hot Shot tells him they'll always be ready for action. And back at the resort, Kelly finally decides to emerge from the spring—boiled to the point of collapse.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[T-AI]] (9)
*[[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus Prime]] (10)
*[[W.A.R.S.]] (11)
*[[Ironhide (RID)|Ironhide]] (12)
*[[Mirage (RID)|Mirage]] (13)
*[[Hot Shot (RID)|Hot Shot]] (14)
*[[Crosswise (RID)|Crosswise]] (15)
*[[R.E.V.]] (16)

|h2=[[Predacon (RID)|Predacons]]
|c2=
*[[Gas Skunk]] (3)
*[[Slapper (RID)|Slapper]] (4)
*[[Dark Scream]] (5)
*[[Sky-Byte (RID)|Sky-Byte]] (6)
*[[Scourge (RID)|Scourge]] (7)
*[[Mega-Octane]] (17)
*[[Armorhide (RID)|Armorhide]] (18)
*[[Rollbar (RID)|Rollbar]] (19)
*[[Ro-Tor (RID)|Ro-Tor]] (20)
*[[Movor]] (21)
*[[Ruination (RID)|Ruination]] (22)

|c3=
*[[Kelly (RID)|Kelly]] (1)
*[[Montrose Island#Hotel_worker|Hotel worker]] (2)
*[[Montrose Island#Bellboy|Bellboy]] (8)
}}

==Notable quotes==
"No! Optimus is mine! Welcome, Optimus. I've composed a Haiku especially for this occasion: 
"Blasted into dust, 
Optimus Prime is destroyed— 
Day of reckoning."
:—'''Sky-Byte''' busts out the poetry smackdown.

"If you two insist on fighting us, name the time and the place. But not here and not now. That volcano is already unstable. If it's hit by a missile cell or a laser beam, it's likely to erupt, which would endanger the lives of everyone on this island. A battle here is too risky." 
"Why should I care what happens to the humans? I am a Decepticon warrior. My only concern is defeating my enemy."
:—'''Optimus''' and '''Scourge''' demonstrate key philosophical differences.

"Optimus, we're running out of time! The volcano's gonna blow!" 
''<As he plummets into the volcano>'' "Be with you in a minute, T-AI."
:—'''T-AI''' unwittingly delivers a painfully obvious warning to '''Optimus'''.

'''Dark Scream:''' "Aaaah!" 
'''Gas Skunk:''' "It's following us, almost as if..." 
'''Slapper:''' "...it's alive!"
:—The Predacon trio on lava

[[Image:Volcano Bakedkelly.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"What smells like bacon?"]]
"We did it! We beat the lava!" 
"Incoming! ''Dive!'' '''Dive!'''"
:—'''Gas Skunk''', '''Sky-Byte''' and the other Predacons discover even water is no escape from their nemesis, lava.

"Just a little bit longer. I may never get another chance to relax in a volcanic hot spring. I should make it last as long as I can."
:—'''Kelly''', being boiled to death
{{-}}
==Notes==
===Differences with ''Car Robots''===

===Transformers References===
* Slapper calls Dark Scream "Screamer", a fan nickname for [[Starscream (G1)|the original Starscream]].

===Trivia===
*Kelly is capable of both surviving intense heat and ignoring volcanic eruptions, robot battles and mass evacuations occurring out of earshot. Those constant "talking car" encounters have left their mark...
*Ruination forms into a different configuration to the one in [[Commandos]]. Right arm: Armorhide, left arm: Rollbar, right leg, Ro-Tor, left leg: Movor. In ''Car Robots'', this was known as his "Land Mission" mode, and both modes are used throughout the rest of the series.
*Ruination believes he can survive a volcanic eruption. ([[Galvatron's Revenge|Later]] [[The Final Battle (RID)|episodes]] indicate he's probably right.)
*The Predacons are given harder and more boring jobs than the Decepticons, or so they believe. The two groups still hate each other to the point of murder.
*The Spychangers' Inferno Blast is only a short-term move—the longer it's used, the more danger there is of burning out their engines. This is the longest they've done it.
*The Spychangers are also able to pop their arms out of their vehicle modes, allowing them to use their weapons without transforming. The toys are capable of this, as well.
*This episode prominently features two of the "main" rivalries of the series: Optimus vs. Scourge and Scourge vs. Sky-Byte (wonder what would have happened if [[Ultra Magnus (RID)|Ultra Magnus]] had appeared).
*In "[[Sky-Byte Saves the Day]]", it's retroactively revealed that Megatron sent his troops in because Montrose Island appeared in [[Kenneth Onishi|Doctor Onishi]]'s memories and, it seems, was the location of an [[O-Part]] (as the Autobots now had two). Megatron might have had better luck if he'd ''told the Predacons this''.
*Lava is ''alive!'' Apparently, it also freezes into ''ice'' instead of rock!

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2000 — ''Transformers: Car Robots'' — Vol. 4 ([[Pony Canyon]]) — Japanese audio only. 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2004 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Three-Disc Box Set: Part 1 of 2 ([[Maximum Entertainment]]) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2007 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Season One (Maximum Entertainment) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2007 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Ultimate Collection (Maximum Entertainment)

==External links==
*[http://www.ridforever.info/transformers-transcripts/rid-episode-16-volcano.php "Volcano" transcript on RiDForever.info]

[[Category:Robots in Disguise episodes]]

Koji Gets His Wish

2012-01-10T19:09:38Z

134.117.251.43: /* Animation and/or technical glitches */

{{episode
|series=RiD
|ep=30
|title="Koji Gets His Wish"
|japanese=JRX 対バルディガス
|romaji=JRX Tai Baldigus
|translation=JRX versus Baldigus
|image=Koji gets His Wish Titlecard.JPG
|caption=... and that wish is for a lake full of Hi-C Ecto Cooler punch!
|production code=
|production company=[[TV Tokyo]], [[Nihon Ad Systems|NAS]], [[Studio Gallop]]
|written by=[[Junki Takegami]] (Japanese) [[Richard Epcar]] (English)
|director=[[Yoshiaki Tsutsui]]
|animation studio=Studio Gallop
|airdate=[[October 25|25 October]] [[2000]] (Japanese) [[November 3]], [[2001]] (English)
|continuity=
}}

'''Koji misses dad''' 
'''Sky-Byte tries to find Fort Max''' 
'''Autobots hide him'''

==Synopsis==
With the [[Decepticon|Decepticons]] having retreated, [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus]] orders his men to keep them away from [[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Fortress Maximus]] for at least a day while he puts his plan into action.

[[Image:Koji Gets His Wish Megatronscourge.jpg|left|200px|thumb|Superdeformers: The Animated Series.]]
Back at the ''[[Megastar]]'', [[Megatron (RID)|Megatron]] is overjoyed that Fortress Maximus has been located, and, on [[Scourge (RID)|Scourge]]'s suggestion, sends [[Sky-Byte (RID)|Sky-Byte]] to locate [[Cerebros (RID)|Cerebros]], the key to Fortress Maximus' power. [[Mega-Octane]] asks Scourge why he let Sky-Byte go, to which the Decepticon replies that if they find Maximus first, they will no longer need Megatron and will be able to take the power for themselves. The pair are overheard by Sky-Byte, who thinks Scourge is trying to curry favour with Megatron, and resolves to find Cerebros first.

Meanwhile [[Koji Onishi|Koji]] is missing his father, though [[T-AI]] points out that he must still be alive in order for the Decepticons to find out about the ruins. Koji returns home and remembers his father taking him on fishing trips.

[[Image:Koji Gets His Wish Skybyte.jpg|right|200px|thumb|No one will ever suspect!]]
Sky-Byte cunningly switches [[Kenneth Onishi|Doctor Onishi]] with a life-sized drawing, and takes the doctor with him in a pod, intending to extract information about the location of Cerebros.

The Decepticons encounter [[Team Bullet Train]], and the [[Commando|Commandos]] form [[Ruination (RID)|Ruination]] as a distraction while Scourge goes on. The fight is observed by [[Wedge]], who's spoiling to join the fight as usual, but is stopped by [[Heavy Load (RID)|Heavy Load]].

[[Image:Koji Gets His Wish Skybytekoji.jpg|left|200px|thumb|I'm not that kind of shark!]]
Underground, Scourge spots Sky-Byte and hides from the shark, but soon runs into Optimus Prime. The pair fight, with Scourge transforming to truck mode and ramming Prime. Sky-Byte finally notices the two fighting and high-tails it out of the subway past an indignant [[Kelly (RID)|Kelly]]. Once above ground, Sky-Byte encounters Koji, who tearfully asks him to give Dr. Onishi a fishing lure as a birthday present. While Sky-Byte agrees, the three [[Autobot Brothers]] arrive.

Scourge and Optimus reach the location of the ruins, and Scourge discovers Fortress Maximus is gone. He demands Prime tell him where Maximus is hidden. Fortunately at this point [[Ultra Magnus (RID)|Ultra Magnus]] arrives and combines with Optimus. The result is as usual.

[[Image:Koji Gets His Wish Fortmax.jpg|right|200px|thumb|No one will ever find it! Unless they're in a plane. Or see that tower that the disguise isn't covering.]]
In the streets, Sky-Byte attempts to transform, but is prevented by the pod strapped to his back, which he removes and tosses to Koji. The Autobot Brothers power up and easily take the upper hand, until Koji discovers the pod contains his father, and thanks Sky-Byte for rescuing Dr. Onishi. Unfortunately for Sky-Byte, the fight between Omega Prime and Scourge reaches street level, and the Decepticon realises what Sky-Byte's done. He sets off for the ''Megastar'', recalling Ruination on the way, and Sky-Byte flees after them. While Koji introduces his dad to the [[Autobot|Autobots]], the [[Build Team]] watch Ruination leave, musing that it was a great idea to hide Fortress Maximus in a building.

Having returned to the ''Megastar'', Sky-Byte is surprised when Scourge covers for him and even suggests that the Decepticons and [[Predacon (RID)|Predacons]] join forces to find Cerebros.
{{-}}

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Fortress Maximus]] (1)
*[[Ultra Magnus (RID)|Ultra Magnus]] (2)
*[[Prowl (RID)|Prowl]] (3)
*[[X-Brawn]] (4)
*[[Side Burn (RID)|Side Burn]] (5)
*[[Heavy Load (RID)|Heavy Load]] (6)
*[[Wedge]] (7)
*[[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus Prime]] (8)
*[[Hightower (RID)|Hightower]] (9)
*[[Grimlock (RID)|Grimlock]] (10)
*[[Rapid Run (RID)|Rapid Run]] (11)
*[[Railspike (RID)|Railspike]] (12)
*[[Midnight Express (RID)|Midnight Express]] (13)
*[[T-AI]] (19)
*[[Rail Racer (RID)|Rail Racer]] (26)

|h2=[[Predacon (RID)|Predacons]]
|c2=
*[[Megatron (RID)|Megatron]] (14)
*[[Scourge (RID)|Scourge]] (15)
*[[Sky-Byte (RID)|Sky-Byte]] (16)
*[[Mega-Octane]] (17)
*[[Movor]] (20)
*[[Ro-Tor (RID)|Ro-Tor]] (22)
*[[Rollbar (RID)|Rollbar]] (23)
*[[Armorhide (RID)|Armorhide]] (24)
*[[Ruination (RID)|Ruination]] (25)

|c3=
*[[Koji Onishi]] (18)
*[[Kenneth Onishi|Doctor Kenneth Onishi]] (20)
*[[Kelly (RID)|Kelly]] (27)
*Subway worker (28)
}}

==Quotes==
''Who's the baddest shark around?'' 
''Who's the smartest shark in town?'' 
''Sky-Byte, that's me!'' 
''Who'll drive Scourge into the ground'' 
''And never let old Megatron down—'' 
''Sky-Byte, that's me!''
:—'''Sky-Byte's''' song

''Who gets too hungry for seafood at eight?'' 
''Who swims the ocean, and always looks great?'' 
''Cha-cha, cha-cha cha,'' 
''Who always bothers with robots he hates,'' 
''Sky-Byte, yes Sky-Byte, that's—me!''
:—STILL '''Sky-Byte's''' song

"He should keep his day job."
:—'''Scourge''' crushes Sky-Byte's dreams of musical stardom.

"Did you really think I would let you have the secret of the ruins, Scourge?" 
"You don't ''let'' me do anything; I take what I want!"
:—'''Optimus Prime''' is told by '''Scourge''' how things REALLY work.

'''Kelly''': "Ah! What's the idea?! I put my money in already!" 
'''Worker''': "You didn't pay enough." 
'''Kelly''': "I paid the full fare!" 
'''Sky-Byte''': (singing) Sky-Byte! *passes through the gate* 
'''Kelly''': "What the...?! You let him through! What's going on around here? How come he didn't have to pay anything? That isn't fair!" 
'''Worker''': "Fine! ...You tell him he can't go through!"
:—'''Kelly''' can't catch a break, as usual.

(thinking) "I really feel bad for this kid, but what would Megatron think?"
"GRRRRR!!!!!!" 
[''Sky-Byte cringes'']
:—'''Sky-Byte''' thinks about '''Megatron''''s reaction...not a pleasant thought.

"Koji, hold this!"
:—'''Sky-Byte''' inadvertently does what the Autobots have failed to do for the last 30 episodes.

==Notes==
===Differences with ''Car Robots''===

===Animation and/or technical glitches===
* When Wedge runs forward to ask Optimus if the Build Team can join the fight against the Decepticons, he appears to pass through Grimlock's arm.
* The low camera angle beneath Scourge's face as he confers with Mega-Octane over his plan makes his central head crest appear hugely distorted and off-centre.
* Before fighting Rail Racer, Ruination has Ro-Tor & Movor as arms and Rollbar & Armorhide as legs. In the next shot he has Armorhide and Rollbar as the arms while Ro-Tor & Movor as the legs without switching. Later on when we cut back to the battle, he's switched configuration again.
* When [[Scourge (RID)|Scourge]] confronts [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus]] in the tunnels, they are shown to be the same size. When Scourge changes to vehicle mode and tries to run Optimus over, Scourge's cab is now as tall as Optimus is. Not only is this wildly out of scale with [[The Decepticons|his introductory episode]], it would make Scourge's robot mode 2 or 3 times Prime's height.

===Continuity errors===
* Somewhat of a discontinuity exists between the [[Fortress Maximus (episode)|previous episode]] and this one. As things stood, the Autobots and Decepticons were locked in battle as Fortress Maximus rose. As this episode starts, the Decepticons have retreated all the way back to the ''Megastar''.
* The opening recap of the events of "[[Fortress Maximus (episode)|Fortress Maximus]]" ends with Omega Prime calling out Fortress Maximus's name, which he never did in the episode itself.
* Koji's flashback to his family fishing trip features dialogue of Dr. Onishi congratulating his son on catching a big fish, even though the accompanying images clearly show the doctor himself making the catch. It seems harsh to nitpick a kid's recollections of his kidnapped father, though, so we'll let it slide.

===Transformers references===
* The ship used by the Decepticons to travel to Earth, as seen in Scourge's flashback, is similar in design to the ''[[Axalon (BW)|Axalon]]'' from ''[[Beast Wars (cartoon)|Beast Wars]]''.
* Scourge threatens to slice up Optimus Prime into "so many [[Scraplet|scraplets]]".

===Real-world references===
[[Image:Koji Gets His Wish Kojijaws.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Da dun da dun da dun]]
* At one point, Sky-Byte imitates the famous pose from the movie ''Jaws''.
* Sky-Byte's second song is a parody of the Broadway tune "[[wikipedia:The_Lady_Is_a_Tramp|The Lady Is a Tramp]]".

===Trivia===
* Scourge reveals to Mega-Octane some of the memories that were opened up to him when he entered the ruins in the previous episode. He remembers that his original mission as an Autobot was to reactivate a fortress that was hidden here.
* Koji's callout of "I'm home!" as he enters his house is the first reference made since [[Battle Protocol!|the opening episode]] to the fact that Koji actually shares his home with [[Kiko Onishi|another human being]].
* Ruination tough-talks Rail Racer by citing their last fight as evidence of why the Bullet Train combiner doesn't stand a chance. Given that their last fight (and indeed every fight they've ever had) has ended with the Decepticons beating a humiliating retreat, this seems a pretty lame threat.
* When he first sees Sky-Byte, Koji is standing outside a [[Tecone Leather]] outlet. We are not going to speculate what he bought there. Other signage in the area includes "Namico", "Canadian", "Drey Fus", "Lep Hare", "Book.com", "Prima", and "Carma"
* After twenty-eight episodes in which the Autobots make no apparent effort to find and rescue Doctor Onishi, he's finally freed...by Sky-Byte. Yay?
* Scourge does indeed look very sharp in his blue-and-purple [[wikipedia:Cyclops_(comics)|Cyclops]] shades.

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2001 — ''Transformers: Car Robots'' — Vol. 8 ([[Pony Canyon]]) — Japanese audio only. 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2005 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Three-Disc Box Set: Part 2 of 2 ([[Maximum Entertainment]]) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2007 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Season Two (Maximum Entertainment) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2007 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Ultimate Collection (Maximum Entertainment)

==External links==
*[http://www.ridforever.info/transformers-transcripts/rid-episode-30-koji-gets-his-wish.php "Koji Gets His Wish" transcript on RiDForever.info]

[[Category:Robots in Disguise episodes]]

Fortress Maximus (episode)

2012-01-06T18:10:56Z

134.117.251.43: /* Differences with Car Robots */

{{disambig3|Fortress Maximus}}

{{episode
|series=Rid
|ep=29
|title="Fortress Maximus"
|japanese=浮上! サイバトロンシティ
|romaji=Fujō! Cybertron City
|translation=Arise! Cybertron City
|image=Fortress Maximus Titlecard.JPG
|caption=
|production code=
|production company=[[TV Tokyo]], [[Nihon Ad Systems|NAS]], [[Studio Gallop]]
|written by=[[Kazuhiko Gōdo]] (Japanese) [[Richard Epcar]] (English)
|director=[[Akira Katō]]
|animation studio=Studio Gallop
|airdate=[[October 18|18 October]] [[2000]] (Japanese) [[October 27]], [[2001]] (English)
|continuity=
}}

'''Hallucinations.''' 
'''Episode name is spoilers.''' 
'''Underground ruins.'''

==Synopsis==
[[Image:Fortress Maximus Wedgehightower.jpg|left|200px|thumb|That's not how we form Landfill, Wedge!]]
[[Koji Onishi|Koji's]] father, [[Kenneth Onishi|Dr. Onishi]], oversees a drilling operation, digging underground to a new energy source within a buried castle. But his equipment starts to malfunction as the apparatus hits some form of electronic shielding. The scene fades out, and is revealed to be a dream the doctor had in the captivity of the Predacons. The Predacons are dissatisfied with the amount of information they've obtained from their prisoner, but [[Megatron (RID)|Megatron]] orders [[Scourge (RID)|Scourge]] to take the Decepticons and investigate the location.

[[Image:Fortress Maximus Railspikerapidrun.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Aw, crud.]]
Meanwhile, [[Side Burn (RID)|Side Burn]] does what he usually does, chasing [[Kelly (RID)|Kelly]] in the hopes of scoring with her sports car. At Cybertron Base, [[T-AI]] reports that she has extracted information on the ruins Dr. Onishi was excavating, and the suspicion is that they contain something from Cybertron. The [[Build Team]] is called in to be briefed. They recall that the last time they were excavating in that area, they experienced disturbing hallucinations and began seeing each other as Predacons; Wedge resolves that this time, they won't let hallucinations fool them. When reports come in that the Decepticons have been sighted in the area, T-AI dispatches the [[Spy Changer|Spy Changers]], [[Autobot Brothers]], and [[Team Bullet Train]] to protect the work.

Above the ruins, the Spy Changers confront the Decepticons. [[Armorhide (RID)|Armorhide]] and [[Rollbar (RID)|Rollbar]] stay to fight, while the other Decepticons head underground and encounter the Autobot Brothers. Though they escape the brothers, [[Railspike (RID)|Railspike]] and [[Rapid Run (RID)|Rapid Run]] arrive and [[Movor]] and [[Ro-Tor (RID)|Ro-Tor]] are left to fight them. [[Ultra Magnus (RID)|Ultra Magnus]] interferes and unintentionally floods the subway tunnel.

[[Image:Fortress Maximus Rollbarskybyte.jpg|left|200px|thumb|Wait, something seems fishy.]]
The Build Team begin to hear ghostly voices as their digging nears the ruins, and begin to hallucinate Predacons again. When [[Heavy Load (RID)|Heavy Load]] contacts HQ, [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus]] says he believes the hallucinations are caused by Cybertronian radiation. Elsewhere in the tunnels, Side Burn is drawn away from the others when he sees a subway train as a line of red sports cars, and [[Sky-Byte (RID)|Sky-Byte]], looking for the Decepticons, chows down on a subway car in the belief it's a cake. He also locates [[Mega-Octane]] and Scourge, who have reunited with the other Decepticons, and begins tailing them.

[[Image:Fortress Maximus Scourgemaximus.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Aw, you broke it!]]
Underground, the Build Team find the ruins, suspended in a mysterious underground lake of green liquid with stone replicas of Transformer heads around it. The rest of the assembled cast also flow towards the ruins, brought there by either hallucinations or the flow of water. The Decepticons, Build Team, and Team Bullet Train all transform into their larger combined forms. Prime even shows up to combine with Ultra Magnus.

Scourge fires toward Omega Prime, and the missiles are stopped before hitting the ruins by a force field. Scourge steps closer to the ruins, which prompts them to begin to crumble as the platform they sit on rises out of the water, revealed to be a vast metal fortress adorned with an Autobot symbol...

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Side Burn (RID)|Side Burn]] (7)
*[[X-Brawn]] (8)
*[[Prowl (RID)|Prowl]] (9)
*[[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus Prime]] (10)
*[[T-AI]] (11)
*[[Wedge]] (16)
*[[Heavy Load (RID)|Heavy Load]] (17)
*[[Grimlock (RID)|Grimlock]] (18)
*[[Hightower (RID)|Hightower]] (19)
*[[Hot Shot (RID)|Hot Shot]] (20)
*[[R.E.V.]] (21)
*[[W.A.R.S.]] (22)
*[[Ironhide (RID)|Ironhide]] (23)
*[[Mirage (RID)|Mirage]] (24)
*[[Crosswise (RID)|Crosswise]] (25)
*[[Railspike (RID)|Railspike]] (26)
*[[Rapid Run (RID)|Rapid Run]] (27)
*[[Midnight Express (RID)|Midnight Express]] (28)
*[[Ultra Magnus (RID)|Ultra Magnus]] (29)
*[[Landfill (RID)|Landfill]] (31)
*[[Rail Racer (RID)|Rail Racer]] (32)
*[[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Fortress Maximus]] (33)

|h2=[[Predacon (RID)|Predacons]]
|c2=
*[[Sky-Byte (RID)|Sky-Byte]] (2)
*[[Mega-Octane]] (3)
*[[Scourge (RID)|Scourge]] (4)
*[[Megatron (RID)|Megatron]] (5)
*[[Ro-Tor (RID)|Ro-Tor]] (12)
*[[Armorhide (RID)|Armorhide]] (13)
*[[Rollbar (RID)|Rollbar]] (14)
*[[Movor]] (15)
*[[Ruination (RID)|Ruination]] (30)

|c3=
*[[Kenneth Onishi|Doctor Kenneth Onishi]] (1)
*[[Kelly (RID)|Kelly]] (6)
*[[Koji Onishi]] (8)
}}

==Quotes==
'''Koji:''' I can't remember how long it's been. 
'''X-Brawn:''' You mean since he started chasing that red car? It's been over two hours.
:—Two hours, twenty-seven episodes...same thing, really.

'''X-Brawn''': All right, that's far enough. Not another step. 
'''Prowl''': This area is restricted! 
'''Side Burn''': Besides, we don't like you.
:—The Autobot Brothers lay down the law.

"There's something wrong with me, I keep having bad headaches." 
"Maybe if you quit pounding your head, it will stop."
:—'''Wedge''' consults Dr. '''Hightower'''.

"Look at that! A delicious cake in the subway! Well, I am kind of hungry."
:—Side Burn sees red sports cars, everyone else sees an enemy, '''Sky-Byte''' sees a cake. What that says about him, we're not sure.

'''Wedge''': Look at that. It's some sort of castle or something. What do you think is so important about it? 
'''Heavy Load''': I dunno, but I really like what they've done with the place.
:—Heavy Load appreciates good housekeeping, even 1.2 miles below the surface of the Earth.

'''Ultra Magnus:''' Nice to see you. But I don't need your help, I can handle this. I'm doing fine on my own. 
'''Optimus Prime:''' I know, but right now we have to unite to prevent them from getting to the ruins. 
'''Magnus:''' I've never taken orders from you, Optimus, and I'm not about to start now. 
'''Optimus:''' It's not an order, Magnus. I'm asking you for your help. 
'''Magnus:''' Well, if you put it ''that'' way...
:—Optimus can play Magnus like a fiddle...

==Notes==
===Differences with ''Car Robots''===

===''Animation and/or Technical glitches''===
*[[Omega Prime]]'s voice in this episode sounds far more like [[Megatron (RID)|Megatron]]'s than normal. This [[Scott McNeil|is]] [[Dinobot (BW)|not]] [[Silverbolt (BW)|unprecedented]].

===Continuity errors===
*The Decepticons recognise the Spy Changers, despite not having met them before this episode.

===Trivia===
*X-Brawn states Side Burn's been chasing Kelly for ''two hours''; Kelly herself notes she can't even go shopping without being followed, all while yelling at him to leave her alone. ''Brrr.''
*Entering the ruins begins to open up old memories in Scourge. This idea is expanded on future episodes.
*The stone Transformer heads around the lake resemble Optimus' head. Evidence of a previous, similar Prime or just a cheap option for the animators? YOU decide!
*Build Team remember how they were fooled by those hallucinations that one time. Then later in the episode, they're fooled in the exact same way, again. They are, evidently, not especially smart (Heavy Load excepted).
*T-AI selects the Spychangers to monitor the activities of the Decepticons, as their "stealth capabilities make them the perfect choice for undercover work". Unfortunately, the Spychangers' idea of stealthy undercover work seems to involve charging out in front of the Decepticons at the first possible opportunity, whereupon all six of them are dispatched offscreen by Rollbar and Armorhide. You're really earning your keep there, guys.
*Just where did Optimus show up from at the end, anyway?

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2001 — ''Transformers: Car Robots'' — Vol. 8 ([[Pony Canyon]]) — Japanese audio only. 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2005 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Three-Disc Box Set: Part 2 of 2 ([[Maximum Entertainment]]) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2007 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Season Two (Maximum Entertainment) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2007 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Ultimate Collection (Maximum Entertainment)

==External links==
*[http://www.ridforever.info/transformers-transcripts/rid-episode-29-fortress-maximus.php "Fortress Maximus" transcript on RiDForever.info]

[[Category:Robots in Disguise episodes]]

Fortress Maximus (episode)

2012-01-06T18:09:12Z

134.117.251.43: /* Differences with Car Robots */

{{disambig3|Fortress Maximus}}

{{episode
|series=Rid
|ep=29
|title="Fortress Maximus"
|japanese=浮上! サイバトロンシティ
|romaji=Fujō! Cybertron City
|translation=Arise! Cybertron City
|image=Fortress Maximus Titlecard.JPG
|caption=
|production code=
|production company=[[TV Tokyo]], [[Nihon Ad Systems|NAS]], [[Studio Gallop]]
|written by=[[Kazuhiko Gōdo]] (Japanese) [[Richard Epcar]] (English)
|director=[[Akira Katō]]
|animation studio=Studio Gallop
|airdate=[[October 18|18 October]] [[2000]] (Japanese) [[October 27]], [[2001]] (English)
|continuity=
}}

'''Hallucinations.''' 
'''Episode name is spoilers.''' 
'''Underground ruins.'''

==Synopsis==
[[Image:Fortress Maximus Wedgehightower.jpg|left|200px|thumb|That's not how we form Landfill, Wedge!]]
[[Koji Onishi|Koji's]] father, [[Kenneth Onishi|Dr. Onishi]], oversees a drilling operation, digging underground to a new energy source within a buried castle. But his equipment starts to malfunction as the apparatus hits some form of electronic shielding. The scene fades out, and is revealed to be a dream the doctor had in the captivity of the Predacons. The Predacons are dissatisfied with the amount of information they've obtained from their prisoner, but [[Megatron (RID)|Megatron]] orders [[Scourge (RID)|Scourge]] to take the Decepticons and investigate the location.

[[Image:Fortress Maximus Railspikerapidrun.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Aw, crud.]]
Meanwhile, [[Side Burn (RID)|Side Burn]] does what he usually does, chasing [[Kelly (RID)|Kelly]] in the hopes of scoring with her sports car. At Cybertron Base, [[T-AI]] reports that she has extracted information on the ruins Dr. Onishi was excavating, and the suspicion is that they contain something from Cybertron. The [[Build Team]] is called in to be briefed. They recall that the last time they were excavating in that area, they experienced disturbing hallucinations and began seeing each other as Predacons; Wedge resolves that this time, they won't let hallucinations fool them. When reports come in that the Decepticons have been sighted in the area, T-AI dispatches the [[Spy Changer|Spy Changers]], [[Autobot Brothers]], and [[Team Bullet Train]] to protect the work.

Above the ruins, the Spy Changers confront the Decepticons. [[Armorhide (RID)|Armorhide]] and [[Rollbar (RID)|Rollbar]] stay to fight, while the other Decepticons head underground and encounter the Autobot Brothers. Though they escape the brothers, [[Railspike (RID)|Railspike]] and [[Rapid Run (RID)|Rapid Run]] arrive and [[Movor]] and [[Ro-Tor (RID)|Ro-Tor]] are left to fight them. [[Ultra Magnus (RID)|Ultra Magnus]] interferes and unintentionally floods the subway tunnel.

[[Image:Fortress Maximus Rollbarskybyte.jpg|left|200px|thumb|Wait, something seems fishy.]]
The Build Team begin to hear ghostly voices as their digging nears the ruins, and begin to hallucinate Predacons again. When [[Heavy Load (RID)|Heavy Load]] contacts HQ, [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus]] says he believes the hallucinations are caused by Cybertronian radiation. Elsewhere in the tunnels, Side Burn is drawn away from the others when he sees a subway train as a line of red sports cars, and [[Sky-Byte (RID)|Sky-Byte]], looking for the Decepticons, chows down on a subway car in the belief it's a cake. He also locates [[Mega-Octane]] and Scourge, who have reunited with the other Decepticons, and begins tailing them.

[[Image:Fortress Maximus Scourgemaximus.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Aw, you broke it!]]
Underground, the Build Team find the ruins, suspended in a mysterious underground lake of green liquid with stone replicas of Transformer heads around it. The rest of the assembled cast also flow towards the ruins, brought there by either hallucinations or the flow of water. The Decepticons, Build Team, and Team Bullet Train all transform into their larger combined forms. Prime even shows up to combine with Ultra Magnus.

Scourge fires toward Omega Prime, and the missiles are stopped before hitting the ruins by a force field. Scourge steps closer to the ruins, which prompts them to begin to crumble as the platform they sit on rises out of the water, revealed to be a vast metal fortress adorned with an Autobot symbol...

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Side Burn (RID)|Side Burn]] (7)
*[[X-Brawn]] (8)
*[[Prowl (RID)|Prowl]] (9)
*[[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus Prime]] (10)
*[[T-AI]] (11)
*[[Wedge]] (16)
*[[Heavy Load (RID)|Heavy Load]] (17)
*[[Grimlock (RID)|Grimlock]] (18)
*[[Hightower (RID)|Hightower]] (19)
*[[Hot Shot (RID)|Hot Shot]] (20)
*[[R.E.V.]] (21)
*[[W.A.R.S.]] (22)
*[[Ironhide (RID)|Ironhide]] (23)
*[[Mirage (RID)|Mirage]] (24)
*[[Crosswise (RID)|Crosswise]] (25)
*[[Railspike (RID)|Railspike]] (26)
*[[Rapid Run (RID)|Rapid Run]] (27)
*[[Midnight Express (RID)|Midnight Express]] (28)
*[[Ultra Magnus (RID)|Ultra Magnus]] (29)
*[[Landfill (RID)|Landfill]] (31)
*[[Rail Racer (RID)|Rail Racer]] (32)
*[[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Fortress Maximus]] (33)

|h2=[[Predacon (RID)|Predacons]]
|c2=
*[[Sky-Byte (RID)|Sky-Byte]] (2)
*[[Mega-Octane]] (3)
*[[Scourge (RID)|Scourge]] (4)
*[[Megatron (RID)|Megatron]] (5)
*[[Ro-Tor (RID)|Ro-Tor]] (12)
*[[Armorhide (RID)|Armorhide]] (13)
*[[Rollbar (RID)|Rollbar]] (14)
*[[Movor]] (15)
*[[Ruination (RID)|Ruination]] (30)

|c3=
*[[Kenneth Onishi|Doctor Kenneth Onishi]] (1)
*[[Kelly (RID)|Kelly]] (6)
*[[Koji Onishi]] (8)
}}

==Quotes==
'''Koji:''' I can't remember how long it's been. 
'''X-Brawn:''' You mean since he started chasing that red car? It's been over two hours.
:—Two hours, twenty-seven episodes...same thing, really.

'''X-Brawn''': All right, that's far enough. Not another step. 
'''Prowl''': This area is restricted! 
'''Side Burn''': Besides, we don't like you.
:—The Autobot Brothers lay down the law.

"There's something wrong with me, I keep having bad headaches." 
"Maybe if you quit pounding your head, it will stop."
:—'''Wedge''' consults Dr. '''Hightower'''.

"Look at that! A delicious cake in the subway! Well, I am kind of hungry."
:—Side Burn sees red sports cars, everyone else sees an enemy, '''Sky-Byte''' sees a cake. What that says about him, we're not sure.

'''Wedge''': Look at that. It's some sort of castle or something. What do you think is so important about it? 
'''Heavy Load''': I dunno, but I really like what they've done with the place.
:—Heavy Load appreciates good housekeeping, even 1.2 miles below the surface of the Earth.

'''Ultra Magnus:''' Nice to see you. But I don't need your help, I can handle this. I'm doing fine on my own. 
'''Optimus Prime:''' I know, but right now we have to unite to prevent them from getting to the ruins. 
'''Magnus:''' I've never taken orders from you, Optimus, and I'm not about to start now. 
'''Optimus:''' It's not an order, Magnus. I'm asking you for your help. 
'''Magnus:''' Well, if you put it ''that'' way...
:—Optimus can play Magnus like a fiddle...

==Notes==
===Differences with ''Car Robots''===

===Animation and/or Technical glitches.
*[[Omega Prime]]'s voice in this episode sounds far more like [[Megatron (RID)|Megatron]]'s than normal. This [[Scott McNeil|is]] [[Dinobot (BW)|not]] [[Silverbolt (BW)|unprecedented]].

===Continuity errors===
*The Decepticons recognise the Spy Changers, despite not having met them before this episode.

===Trivia===
*X-Brawn states Side Burn's been chasing Kelly for ''two hours''; Kelly herself notes she can't even go shopping without being followed, all while yelling at him to leave her alone. ''Brrr.''
*Entering the ruins begins to open up old memories in Scourge. This idea is expanded on future episodes.
*The stone Transformer heads around the lake resemble Optimus' head. Evidence of a previous, similar Prime or just a cheap option for the animators? YOU decide!
*Build Team remember how they were fooled by those hallucinations that one time. Then later in the episode, they're fooled in the exact same way, again. They are, evidently, not especially smart (Heavy Load excepted).
*T-AI selects the Spychangers to monitor the activities of the Decepticons, as their "stealth capabilities make them the perfect choice for undercover work". Unfortunately, the Spychangers' idea of stealthy undercover work seems to involve charging out in front of the Decepticons at the first possible opportunity, whereupon all six of them are dispatched offscreen by Rollbar and Armorhide. You're really earning your keep there, guys.
*Just where did Optimus show up from at the end, anyway?

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2001 — ''Transformers: Car Robots'' — Vol. 8 ([[Pony Canyon]]) — Japanese audio only. 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2005 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Three-Disc Box Set: Part 2 of 2 ([[Maximum Entertainment]]) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2007 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Season Two (Maximum Entertainment) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2007 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Ultimate Collection (Maximum Entertainment)

==External links==
*[http://www.ridforever.info/transformers-transcripts/rid-episode-29-fortress-maximus.php "Fortress Maximus" transcript on RiDForever.info]

[[Category:Robots in Disguise episodes]]

Fortress Maximus (episode)

2012-01-06T18:08:40Z

134.117.251.43: /* Differences with Car Robots */

{{disambig3|Fortress Maximus}}

{{episode
|series=Rid
|ep=29
|title="Fortress Maximus"
|japanese=浮上! サイバトロンシティ
|romaji=Fujō! Cybertron City
|translation=Arise! Cybertron City
|image=Fortress Maximus Titlecard.JPG
|caption=
|production code=
|production company=[[TV Tokyo]], [[Nihon Ad Systems|NAS]], [[Studio Gallop]]
|written by=[[Kazuhiko Gōdo]] (Japanese) [[Richard Epcar]] (English)
|director=[[Akira Katō]]
|animation studio=Studio Gallop
|airdate=[[October 18|18 October]] [[2000]] (Japanese) [[October 27]], [[2001]] (English)
|continuity=
}}

'''Hallucinations.''' 
'''Episode name is spoilers.''' 
'''Underground ruins.'''

==Synopsis==
[[Image:Fortress Maximus Wedgehightower.jpg|left|200px|thumb|That's not how we form Landfill, Wedge!]]
[[Koji Onishi|Koji's]] father, [[Kenneth Onishi|Dr. Onishi]], oversees a drilling operation, digging underground to a new energy source within a buried castle. But his equipment starts to malfunction as the apparatus hits some form of electronic shielding. The scene fades out, and is revealed to be a dream the doctor had in the captivity of the Predacons. The Predacons are dissatisfied with the amount of information they've obtained from their prisoner, but [[Megatron (RID)|Megatron]] orders [[Scourge (RID)|Scourge]] to take the Decepticons and investigate the location.

[[Image:Fortress Maximus Railspikerapidrun.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Aw, crud.]]
Meanwhile, [[Side Burn (RID)|Side Burn]] does what he usually does, chasing [[Kelly (RID)|Kelly]] in the hopes of scoring with her sports car. At Cybertron Base, [[T-AI]] reports that she has extracted information on the ruins Dr. Onishi was excavating, and the suspicion is that they contain something from Cybertron. The [[Build Team]] is called in to be briefed. They recall that the last time they were excavating in that area, they experienced disturbing hallucinations and began seeing each other as Predacons; Wedge resolves that this time, they won't let hallucinations fool them. When reports come in that the Decepticons have been sighted in the area, T-AI dispatches the [[Spy Changer|Spy Changers]], [[Autobot Brothers]], and [[Team Bullet Train]] to protect the work.

Above the ruins, the Spy Changers confront the Decepticons. [[Armorhide (RID)|Armorhide]] and [[Rollbar (RID)|Rollbar]] stay to fight, while the other Decepticons head underground and encounter the Autobot Brothers. Though they escape the brothers, [[Railspike (RID)|Railspike]] and [[Rapid Run (RID)|Rapid Run]] arrive and [[Movor]] and [[Ro-Tor (RID)|Ro-Tor]] are left to fight them. [[Ultra Magnus (RID)|Ultra Magnus]] interferes and unintentionally floods the subway tunnel.

[[Image:Fortress Maximus Rollbarskybyte.jpg|left|200px|thumb|Wait, something seems fishy.]]
The Build Team begin to hear ghostly voices as their digging nears the ruins, and begin to hallucinate Predacons again. When [[Heavy Load (RID)|Heavy Load]] contacts HQ, [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus]] says he believes the hallucinations are caused by Cybertronian radiation. Elsewhere in the tunnels, Side Burn is drawn away from the others when he sees a subway train as a line of red sports cars, and [[Sky-Byte (RID)|Sky-Byte]], looking for the Decepticons, chows down on a subway car in the belief it's a cake. He also locates [[Mega-Octane]] and Scourge, who have reunited with the other Decepticons, and begins tailing them.

[[Image:Fortress Maximus Scourgemaximus.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Aw, you broke it!]]
Underground, the Build Team find the ruins, suspended in a mysterious underground lake of green liquid with stone replicas of Transformer heads around it. The rest of the assembled cast also flow towards the ruins, brought there by either hallucinations or the flow of water. The Decepticons, Build Team, and Team Bullet Train all transform into their larger combined forms. Prime even shows up to combine with Ultra Magnus.

Scourge fires toward Omega Prime, and the missiles are stopped before hitting the ruins by a force field. Scourge steps closer to the ruins, which prompts them to begin to crumble as the platform they sit on rises out of the water, revealed to be a vast metal fortress adorned with an Autobot symbol...

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Side Burn (RID)|Side Burn]] (7)
*[[X-Brawn]] (8)
*[[Prowl (RID)|Prowl]] (9)
*[[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus Prime]] (10)
*[[T-AI]] (11)
*[[Wedge]] (16)
*[[Heavy Load (RID)|Heavy Load]] (17)
*[[Grimlock (RID)|Grimlock]] (18)
*[[Hightower (RID)|Hightower]] (19)
*[[Hot Shot (RID)|Hot Shot]] (20)
*[[R.E.V.]] (21)
*[[W.A.R.S.]] (22)
*[[Ironhide (RID)|Ironhide]] (23)
*[[Mirage (RID)|Mirage]] (24)
*[[Crosswise (RID)|Crosswise]] (25)
*[[Railspike (RID)|Railspike]] (26)
*[[Rapid Run (RID)|Rapid Run]] (27)
*[[Midnight Express (RID)|Midnight Express]] (28)
*[[Ultra Magnus (RID)|Ultra Magnus]] (29)
*[[Landfill (RID)|Landfill]] (31)
*[[Rail Racer (RID)|Rail Racer]] (32)
*[[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Fortress Maximus]] (33)

|h2=[[Predacon (RID)|Predacons]]
|c2=
*[[Sky-Byte (RID)|Sky-Byte]] (2)
*[[Mega-Octane]] (3)
*[[Scourge (RID)|Scourge]] (4)
*[[Megatron (RID)|Megatron]] (5)
*[[Ro-Tor (RID)|Ro-Tor]] (12)
*[[Armorhide (RID)|Armorhide]] (13)
*[[Rollbar (RID)|Rollbar]] (14)
*[[Movor]] (15)
*[[Ruination (RID)|Ruination]] (30)

|c3=
*[[Kenneth Onishi|Doctor Kenneth Onishi]] (1)
*[[Kelly (RID)|Kelly]] (6)
*[[Koji Onishi]] (8)
}}

==Quotes==
'''Koji:''' I can't remember how long it's been. 
'''X-Brawn:''' You mean since he started chasing that red car? It's been over two hours.
:—Two hours, twenty-seven episodes...same thing, really.

'''X-Brawn''': All right, that's far enough. Not another step. 
'''Prowl''': This area is restricted! 
'''Side Burn''': Besides, we don't like you.
:—The Autobot Brothers lay down the law.

"There's something wrong with me, I keep having bad headaches." 
"Maybe if you quit pounding your head, it will stop."
:—'''Wedge''' consults Dr. '''Hightower'''.

"Look at that! A delicious cake in the subway! Well, I am kind of hungry."
:—Side Burn sees red sports cars, everyone else sees an enemy, '''Sky-Byte''' sees a cake. What that says about him, we're not sure.

'''Wedge''': Look at that. It's some sort of castle or something. What do you think is so important about it? 
'''Heavy Load''': I dunno, but I really like what they've done with the place.
:—Heavy Load appreciates good housekeeping, even 1.2 miles below the surface of the Earth.

'''Ultra Magnus:''' Nice to see you. But I don't need your help, I can handle this. I'm doing fine on my own. 
'''Optimus Prime:''' I know, but right now we have to unite to prevent them from getting to the ruins. 
'''Magnus:''' I've never taken orders from you, Optimus, and I'm not about to start now. 
'''Optimus:''' It's not an order, Magnus. I'm asking you for your help. 
'''Magnus:''' Well, if you put it ''that'' way...
:—Optimus can play Magnus like a fiddle...

==Notes==
===Differences with ''Car Robots''===

===Animation and/or Technical glitches.
*[[Omega Prime]]'s voice in this episode sounds far more like [[Megatron (RID)|Megatron]]'s than normal. This [[Sott McNiel|is]] [[Dinobot (BW)|not]] [[Silverbolt (BW)|unprecedented]].

===Continuity errors===
*The Decepticons recognise the Spy Changers, despite not having met them before this episode.

===Trivia===
*X-Brawn states Side Burn's been chasing Kelly for ''two hours''; Kelly herself notes she can't even go shopping without being followed, all while yelling at him to leave her alone. ''Brrr.''
*Entering the ruins begins to open up old memories in Scourge. This idea is expanded on future episodes.
*The stone Transformer heads around the lake resemble Optimus' head. Evidence of a previous, similar Prime or just a cheap option for the animators? YOU decide!
*Build Team remember how they were fooled by those hallucinations that one time. Then later in the episode, they're fooled in the exact same way, again. They are, evidently, not especially smart (Heavy Load excepted).
*T-AI selects the Spychangers to monitor the activities of the Decepticons, as their "stealth capabilities make them the perfect choice for undercover work". Unfortunately, the Spychangers' idea of stealthy undercover work seems to involve charging out in front of the Decepticons at the first possible opportunity, whereupon all six of them are dispatched offscreen by Rollbar and Armorhide. You're really earning your keep there, guys.
*Just where did Optimus show up from at the end, anyway?

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2001 — ''Transformers: Car Robots'' — Vol. 8 ([[Pony Canyon]]) — Japanese audio only. 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2005 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Three-Disc Box Set: Part 2 of 2 ([[Maximum Entertainment]]) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2007 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Season Two (Maximum Entertainment) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2007 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Ultimate Collection (Maximum Entertainment)

==External links==
*[http://www.ridforever.info/transformers-transcripts/rid-episode-29-fortress-maximus.php "Fortress Maximus" transcript on RiDForever.info]

[[Category:Robots in Disguise episodes]]

Fortress Maximus (episode)

2012-01-06T18:07:09Z

134.117.251.43: /* Notes */

{{disambig3|Fortress Maximus}}

{{episode
|series=Rid
|ep=29
|title="Fortress Maximus"
|japanese=浮上! サイバトロンシティ
|romaji=Fujō! Cybertron City
|translation=Arise! Cybertron City
|image=Fortress Maximus Titlecard.JPG
|caption=
|production code=
|production company=[[TV Tokyo]], [[Nihon Ad Systems|NAS]], [[Studio Gallop]]
|written by=[[Kazuhiko Gōdo]] (Japanese) [[Richard Epcar]] (English)
|director=[[Akira Katō]]
|animation studio=Studio Gallop
|airdate=[[October 18|18 October]] [[2000]] (Japanese) [[October 27]], [[2001]] (English)
|continuity=
}}

'''Hallucinations.''' 
'''Episode name is spoilers.''' 
'''Underground ruins.'''

==Synopsis==
[[Image:Fortress Maximus Wedgehightower.jpg|left|200px|thumb|That's not how we form Landfill, Wedge!]]
[[Koji Onishi|Koji's]] father, [[Kenneth Onishi|Dr. Onishi]], oversees a drilling operation, digging underground to a new energy source within a buried castle. But his equipment starts to malfunction as the apparatus hits some form of electronic shielding. The scene fades out, and is revealed to be a dream the doctor had in the captivity of the Predacons. The Predacons are dissatisfied with the amount of information they've obtained from their prisoner, but [[Megatron (RID)|Megatron]] orders [[Scourge (RID)|Scourge]] to take the Decepticons and investigate the location.

[[Image:Fortress Maximus Railspikerapidrun.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Aw, crud.]]
Meanwhile, [[Side Burn (RID)|Side Burn]] does what he usually does, chasing [[Kelly (RID)|Kelly]] in the hopes of scoring with her sports car. At Cybertron Base, [[T-AI]] reports that she has extracted information on the ruins Dr. Onishi was excavating, and the suspicion is that they contain something from Cybertron. The [[Build Team]] is called in to be briefed. They recall that the last time they were excavating in that area, they experienced disturbing hallucinations and began seeing each other as Predacons; Wedge resolves that this time, they won't let hallucinations fool them. When reports come in that the Decepticons have been sighted in the area, T-AI dispatches the [[Spy Changer|Spy Changers]], [[Autobot Brothers]], and [[Team Bullet Train]] to protect the work.

Above the ruins, the Spy Changers confront the Decepticons. [[Armorhide (RID)|Armorhide]] and [[Rollbar (RID)|Rollbar]] stay to fight, while the other Decepticons head underground and encounter the Autobot Brothers. Though they escape the brothers, [[Railspike (RID)|Railspike]] and [[Rapid Run (RID)|Rapid Run]] arrive and [[Movor]] and [[Ro-Tor (RID)|Ro-Tor]] are left to fight them. [[Ultra Magnus (RID)|Ultra Magnus]] interferes and unintentionally floods the subway tunnel.

[[Image:Fortress Maximus Rollbarskybyte.jpg|left|200px|thumb|Wait, something seems fishy.]]
The Build Team begin to hear ghostly voices as their digging nears the ruins, and begin to hallucinate Predacons again. When [[Heavy Load (RID)|Heavy Load]] contacts HQ, [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus]] says he believes the hallucinations are caused by Cybertronian radiation. Elsewhere in the tunnels, Side Burn is drawn away from the others when he sees a subway train as a line of red sports cars, and [[Sky-Byte (RID)|Sky-Byte]], looking for the Decepticons, chows down on a subway car in the belief it's a cake. He also locates [[Mega-Octane]] and Scourge, who have reunited with the other Decepticons, and begins tailing them.

[[Image:Fortress Maximus Scourgemaximus.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Aw, you broke it!]]
Underground, the Build Team find the ruins, suspended in a mysterious underground lake of green liquid with stone replicas of Transformer heads around it. The rest of the assembled cast also flow towards the ruins, brought there by either hallucinations or the flow of water. The Decepticons, Build Team, and Team Bullet Train all transform into their larger combined forms. Prime even shows up to combine with Ultra Magnus.

Scourge fires toward Omega Prime, and the missiles are stopped before hitting the ruins by a force field. Scourge steps closer to the ruins, which prompts them to begin to crumble as the platform they sit on rises out of the water, revealed to be a vast metal fortress adorned with an Autobot symbol...

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Side Burn (RID)|Side Burn]] (7)
*[[X-Brawn]] (8)
*[[Prowl (RID)|Prowl]] (9)
*[[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus Prime]] (10)
*[[T-AI]] (11)
*[[Wedge]] (16)
*[[Heavy Load (RID)|Heavy Load]] (17)
*[[Grimlock (RID)|Grimlock]] (18)
*[[Hightower (RID)|Hightower]] (19)
*[[Hot Shot (RID)|Hot Shot]] (20)
*[[R.E.V.]] (21)
*[[W.A.R.S.]] (22)
*[[Ironhide (RID)|Ironhide]] (23)
*[[Mirage (RID)|Mirage]] (24)
*[[Crosswise (RID)|Crosswise]] (25)
*[[Railspike (RID)|Railspike]] (26)
*[[Rapid Run (RID)|Rapid Run]] (27)
*[[Midnight Express (RID)|Midnight Express]] (28)
*[[Ultra Magnus (RID)|Ultra Magnus]] (29)
*[[Landfill (RID)|Landfill]] (31)
*[[Rail Racer (RID)|Rail Racer]] (32)
*[[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Fortress Maximus]] (33)

|h2=[[Predacon (RID)|Predacons]]
|c2=
*[[Sky-Byte (RID)|Sky-Byte]] (2)
*[[Mega-Octane]] (3)
*[[Scourge (RID)|Scourge]] (4)
*[[Megatron (RID)|Megatron]] (5)
*[[Ro-Tor (RID)|Ro-Tor]] (12)
*[[Armorhide (RID)|Armorhide]] (13)
*[[Rollbar (RID)|Rollbar]] (14)
*[[Movor]] (15)
*[[Ruination (RID)|Ruination]] (30)

|c3=
*[[Kenneth Onishi|Doctor Kenneth Onishi]] (1)
*[[Kelly (RID)|Kelly]] (6)
*[[Koji Onishi]] (8)
}}

==Quotes==
'''Koji:''' I can't remember how long it's been. 
'''X-Brawn:''' You mean since he started chasing that red car? It's been over two hours.
:—Two hours, twenty-seven episodes...same thing, really.

'''X-Brawn''': All right, that's far enough. Not another step. 
'''Prowl''': This area is restricted! 
'''Side Burn''': Besides, we don't like you.
:—The Autobot Brothers lay down the law.

"There's something wrong with me, I keep having bad headaches." 
"Maybe if you quit pounding your head, it will stop."
:—'''Wedge''' consults Dr. '''Hightower'''.

"Look at that! A delicious cake in the subway! Well, I am kind of hungry."
:—Side Burn sees red sports cars, everyone else sees an enemy, '''Sky-Byte''' sees a cake. What that says about him, we're not sure.

'''Wedge''': Look at that. It's some sort of castle or something. What do you think is so important about it? 
'''Heavy Load''': I dunno, but I really like what they've done with the place.
:—Heavy Load appreciates good housekeeping, even 1.2 miles below the surface of the Earth.

'''Ultra Magnus:''' Nice to see you. But I don't need your help, I can handle this. I'm doing fine on my own. 
'''Optimus Prime:''' I know, but right now we have to unite to prevent them from getting to the ruins. 
'''Magnus:''' I've never taken orders from you, Optimus, and I'm not about to start now. 
'''Optimus:''' It's not an order, Magnus. I'm asking you for your help. 
'''Magnus:''' Well, if you put it ''that'' way...
:—Optimus can play Magnus like a fiddle...

==Notes==
===Differences with ''Car Robots''===

===Animation and/or Technical glitches.
*[[Omega Prime]]'s voice in this episode sounds far more like [[Megatron]]'s than normal. This [[Sott McNeil|is]] [[Dinobot (BW)|not]] [[Silverbolt (BW)|unprecedented]].

===Continuity errors===
*The Decepticons recognise the Spy Changers, despite not having met them before this episode.

===Trivia===
*X-Brawn states Side Burn's been chasing Kelly for ''two hours''; Kelly herself notes she can't even go shopping without being followed, all while yelling at him to leave her alone. ''Brrr.''
*Entering the ruins begins to open up old memories in Scourge. This idea is expanded on future episodes.
*The stone Transformer heads around the lake resemble Optimus' head. Evidence of a previous, similar Prime or just a cheap option for the animators? YOU decide!
*Build Team remember how they were fooled by those hallucinations that one time. Then later in the episode, they're fooled in the exact same way, again. They are, evidently, not especially smart (Heavy Load excepted).
*T-AI selects the Spychangers to monitor the activities of the Decepticons, as their "stealth capabilities make them the perfect choice for undercover work". Unfortunately, the Spychangers' idea of stealthy undercover work seems to involve charging out in front of the Decepticons at the first possible opportunity, whereupon all six of them are dispatched offscreen by Rollbar and Armorhide. You're really earning your keep there, guys.
*Just where did Optimus show up from at the end, anyway?

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2001 — ''Transformers: Car Robots'' — Vol. 8 ([[Pony Canyon]]) — Japanese audio only. 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2005 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Three-Disc Box Set: Part 2 of 2 ([[Maximum Entertainment]]) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2007 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Season Two (Maximum Entertainment) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2007 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Ultimate Collection (Maximum Entertainment)

==External links==
*[http://www.ridforever.info/transformers-transcripts/rid-episode-29-fortress-maximus.php "Fortress Maximus" transcript on RiDForever.info]

[[Category:Robots in Disguise episodes]]

Demolishor (ROTF)

2011-12-05T03:21:26Z

134.117.251.43: /* Voyager Class toys */

{{factions|decepticonfilm}}
{{disambig3|Demolishor}}
{{disambig2|the Decepticon excavator in [[Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen]]|the ''other'' Decepticon excavator in Revenge of the Fallen|Scavenger (ROTF)}}

:''Demolishor is a [[Decepticon]] from the [[Revenge of the Fallen (franchise)|Revenge of the Fallen franchise]] in the [[Live-action film series|live-action film]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:HeatScramble-ROTFDemolishor.jpg|thumb|300px|You know that guy in college? The one who juggled and rode a unicycle everywhere? Yeah, we hated him too.]]

The gigantic '''Demolishor''' may not be the sharpest tool in the shed, but he's smart enough to know when to fight openly and when to stick to the shadows. One of the [[Constructicon (ROTF)|Constructicons]], Demolishor arrived on [[Earth]] to find [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]] dead, so he went into hiding, gathering other Decepticons who needed a big, blunt instrument to cower behind. Now in charge of this little band, he awaits the day when a new Decepticon leader will rise.

{{bigquote|This is not your planet to rule. The Fallen shall rise again! |Demolishor's last words|''[[Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen]]''}}

==Fiction==
===IDW ''Transformers'' movie comics===
[[Image:Defiance4_Constructicons.jpg|thumb|left|250px|Impress the ladies with a new move...the incredible ''Double Pits to Chesty!!'']]

In the distant past, the [[AllSpark]] Cube created [[Thirteen|a race]] of powerful, trans-dimensional beings as the first inhabitants of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. The Cube gave these beings mighty powers, as well as terraforming their world, but it was not limitless, and gradually became depleted. The first beings learned that the AllSpark's power could be replenished by harvesting the energy of stars, but they were unable to locate new stars to suit their purposes, despite their amazing ability to travel between dimensions. Once again, the Cube came to the rescue, creating a race of workers, who had the ability to change their shape.

Demolishor (or a Transformer who shared his [[body-type]]) was among the very first of these new beings, one of several "builders" who would construct a [[Star harvester|harvester]] when a suitable sun had been found. Once built, the device would drain the energy of these stars, thus replenishing the AllSpark. {{Storylink|Defiance issue 4|Defiance #4}} It is assumed that at some point during the civil war on Cybertron, he sided with [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]], the new protege of Demolishor's only surviving ancient master, [[The Fallen]].

During the war on Cybertron, Demolishor was used as a shock trooper, sowing terror amongst settlements of displaced Autobots. At one of his massacres there was a survivor, the Autobot [[Sideswipe (ROTF)|Sideswipe]].

Demolishor's modus operandi continued when he arrived on [[Earth]], wreaking havoc in human cities, literally daring the Autobots to stop him so that, once baited, he could slaughter the Autobot forces. This caught the attention of Sideswipe, whom Demolishor had assumed was already dead. Delighting in the return of his old playmate, the Decepticon led Sideswipe on a destructive chase through [[Montevideo]], [[Uruguay]]. Ultimately he was driven to ground again by the arrival of [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]] and the [[human]]-[[Autobot]] [[NEST]] team. {{storylink|Tales of the Fallen issue 2|Tales of the Fallen #2}}

He was later detected in [[Shanghai]], [[China]], prompting NEST to mobilize once again. {{storylink|Alliance issue 4|Alliance #4}}
{{-}}

===''Revenge of the Fallen'' film===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Calvin Wimmer]] (English; credited as "Wheelbot"), [[Andrés García]] (Latin American-Spanish)

[[Image:ROTFDemolishorispissed.jpg|right|thumb|250px|'''[[Hulk|DEMOLISHOR]] [[Tankor (BM)|SMASH]]!''']]

NEST arrived in Shanghai with a cover story from the Chinese government that there was a chemical spill in the area. Major Lennox and his men followed a radiation blip to a construction site where a massive excavator stood. Suddenly, the excavator transformed and revealed itself to be Demolishor! In fury, he smashed his arms on the ground, flinging concrete pipes onto approaching NEST troopers, crushing them, before rolling away. NEST's firepower availed them little as Demolishor shrugged off their attacks and smashed his way to the nearby freeway. Most of the Autobots were soon deployed to deal with his running comrade [[Sideways (ROTF)|Sideways]], leaving NEST with only [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] to deal with the massive Constructicon. Overhead, a [[United States Air Force#C-17 Globemaster III|C-17 Globemaster III]] circled, dropping the most powerful Autobot onto the battle field: [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]] had entered the game.

[[Image:ROTF-DemolishorPrime.jpg|left|thumb|250px|Prime is his bling!]]
As Demolishor rolled along the freeway, crushing cars, destroying barriers and casually tossing nearby cars to their doom, Optimus intercepted him at an overpass and leaped onto his head as the Decepticon reduced the overpass to rubble. Demolishor declined Optimus' demand for him to "pull over" forcing the Autobot leader to fire his [[Ion blaster]] into the former's head, soon followed by Ironhide jumping on and shooting out his massive tires. The crippled Decepticon crashed into a warehouse district and was helpless as Optimus Prime, Ironhide, and the rest of the NEST soldiers advanced.

[[Image:ROTFDemolishordies.jpg|right|thumb|250px|"Goodbye, Scavenger." "I'M DEMOLISHOR!" "Who cares?" *BOOM*]]

Standing before the "Punk-ass Decepticon" as Ironhide dubbed him, Optimus inquired if there were any last words he wished to convey. In defiance, Demolishor declared with his dying breath that they were too late, and that [[The Fallen]] would rise again. Optimus Prime replied in the negative and shot him through the head and destroyed him. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen}}
{{-}}

==Games==
===Transformers: Battle for the Matrix===

{{Note|Battle for the Matrix is a simplified retelling of the events of [[Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen]]. It can be played from the perspective of either Bumblebee or Optimus Prime.}}
[[Image:Demolishor battleformatrix.jpg|thumb|300px|left|Prime being stalked...]]
Demolishor uses his wheels to smush Autobots.
{{storylink|Transformers: Battle for the Matrix}}
{{-}}

===''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen'' - The Game===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Fred Tatasciore]]

====Xbox 360/Sony PS3/PC====
=====Autobot campaign=====
[[Image:Demolishor shanghai rotfgame conceptart.jpg|thumb|200px|Oh, it's that dream again.]]

NEST communications in a Shanghai construction site were disrupted by the Decepticons, prompting Optimus Prime to investigate. There, the Autobot leader found Demolishor, amassive, powerful Constructicon who pummeled the him with missiles, but was eventually defeated. As he lay dying, the Decepticon spat that the Fallen would rise again, and was then executed by Optimus Prime. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fallen (Xbox 360/PS3/PC)}}
{{-}}

====PSP====
=====Autobot campaign=====
During the battle in Shanghai, Demolishor obtained the remaining AllSpark fragment, and tried to get out of the city before the Autobots could get their hands on it. However, the Autobots crippled him and forced him into battle. One short fight later, Demolishor was beaten, but not before he could tell the Autobots that their victory would be short-lived, and the Fallen would rise again.

Oh, the Decepticons still had the AllSpark fragment, somehow.

=====Decepticon campaign=====
[[Soundwave (ROTF)| Soundwave]] ordered Demolishor to obtain the AllSpark fragment from a convoy driving around in Shanghai. He obtained it, but perished during the escape. None of the Decepticons actually cared, however, because they got the AllSpark fragment. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fallen (PSP)}}
{{-}}

====Wii/PS2====
Soundwave ordered Demolishor and Sideways to attack a NEST truck, containing an ancient Cybertronian artifact. While Sideways escaped with the artifact, Demolishor held off the Autobots. Optimus Prime ordered Ironhide to take out Demolishor, and after a brief chase, Ironhide knocked him off a bridge. Demolishor hurriedly tried to dig for something in the ground, and whenever the Autobot approached, he either swatted him away or attempted to crush him. Eventually, Ironhide blew up Demolishor's head, neutralizing him. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fallen (Wii/PS2)}}

==Toys==
===Revenge of the Fallen===
====Legends Class toys====
[[Image:EZCollectionDemolishorShanghaiAttack.jpg|thumb|]]
*'''Demolishor Shanghai Attack''' (EZ Collection, 2010)

:A [[redeco]] of Legends class [[Scavenger (ROTF)|Scavenger]]. He was an online [[exclusive]] available as a bonus to the first 120 customers{{fact}} who ordered ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Transformers Animated]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus Prime]] from [[Toys"R"Us]] Japan. As a Scavenger redeco, Demolishor can form the upper torso of Legends class [[Devastator (ROTF)|Devastator]].

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====Voyager Class toys====
[[Image:ROTF Voyager Demolishor.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Well... this will be fun to pose.]]
*'''Demolishor''' (Voyager, 2009)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''RD-03'''

:Demolishor transforms from a red [http://www.bucyrus.com/mining-equipment/shovels--excavators/hydraulic-excavators.aspx#tab1804 Terex RH400 mining excavator] into a unique robot mode via a surprisingly complex transformation. His [[Mech Alive]] gimmick in robot mode is a drum in each arm that spins when you move his lower arm (not in the shoulders as the packaging call out states). He has real rubber treads that sadly can't move, and no little plastic wheels that help it move either. He is almost impossible to stand up—let alone pose—but it ''can'' be managed.

:In the film, Demolishor's vehicle mode features a lot more white. This toy's colors are actually a match to [[Scavenger (ROTF)|Scavenger's]] colors.

:Like several ''[[Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' toys, such as [[Starscream (Movie)/Toys|Voyager class Starscream]] and [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/Toys|Leader class Optimus Prime]], Demolishor is yet another victim of late mold changes due to 2008-2009 economic problems. On the back of the box, his treads are pictured as being made of several individual, linked plastic sections. The sections were apparently recast as a single rubber tread ring instead for the final toy.

:Also, in the instructions it states that the wheel on a ratchet joint should go down, but by flipping the wheels around, you can use the free-wheeling wheel to roll him. Also left out on the instruction was that the shovel "teeth"/robot mode fingers is articulated (albeit via a very tight joint).

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Decepticon/Demolishor/demolishor.htm More information on Demolishor at TFU.info]''

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[[Image:ROTF Voyager SA Demolishor 1.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Red-and-white color schemes are not always given to [[Ratchet (G1)|ambulances]].]]
*'''Demolishor Shanghai Attack''' (Voyager, 2010)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''RD-19'''

:Demolishor Shanghai Attack redecoes Demolishor's voyager class toy with colors that more closely resemble those seen in his [[show-accuracy|film appearance]].

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[[Image:TRUShanghaiShowdownDemolishor.jpg|thumb|300px|]]
*'''Shanghai Showdown''' (Figure multi-pack, 2010)

:Hasbro's release of the screen-accurate Demolishor features brown dirt decos on his treads and body. He is packed with more accurately decoed versions of [[Skids (ROTF)|Skids]] and [[Mudflap (ROTF)|Mudflap]] in their ice cream truck bodies.

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==Merchandise==
===Robot Heroes===
[[Image:Robotheroestwinswidewaysprimedemolishorsideswipe.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Well if there aren't any girls, why am I posed like this?]]
*'''Shanghai Shootout''' (2009)
:Shanghai Shootout replicates the opening action scene from ''Revenge of the Fallen'', featuring figurines of [[Mudflap (ROTF)|Mudflap]]/[[Skids (ROTF)|Skids]] (ice cream truck), [[Sideways (ROTF)|Sideways]] (vehicle mode), [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]], Demolishor, and [[Sideswipe (ROTF)|Sideswipe]] (vehicle mode). Demolishor is a slightly-oversized figure and the centerpiece of the box set.

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==Notes==
[[Image:ROTFDemolishorIsWhite.jpg|thumb|250px|The best view of his color scheme in the film is a static shot of his vehicle mode, you say? Well, '''we're''' shocked.]]
*Demolishor is identical in design and vehicle form to [[Scavenger (ROTF)|Scavenger]]. In the film itself, Demolishor is mostly white with red striping and signage, but in other places his coloration matches Scavenger, such as his toy, his ''Robot Heroes'' figure, and in his appearances in [[Revenge of the Fallen (video games)|the video game]] and [[Revenge of the Fallen issue 1|the comic adaptation]]. [[Repurposing]] is quite fitting, if one so chooses.

*In the comic adaptation, Demolishor's [[alternate mode]] is a different model of steam shovel. It is a smaller model that could more realistically hide out in a big city than the very large mining excavator of the toy and movie.

* Okay, what's a giant mining excavator doing anywhere near a steel mill, exactly? Isn't that like having an amphibious vehicle in the Rocky Mountains?

*Though likely as vicious as every other Decepticon shown in the movie continuity, Demolishor's demise could be viewed as a rather unfortunate moral grey area on the Autobots' part. Technically he was just hiding and did not attack until his discovery was imminent. To make matters worse his toy bio, while far from flattering, seems to imply that he "takes care of smaller frightened Decepticons out of the goodness of his spark". To top things off, his completely accurate statement that Earth was not the Autobots' to rule never actually implies that it is the Decepticons' either. Again, probably a monstrous mechanical bully... but still slightly unsettling. "[[Tales of the Fallen issue 2|Tales of the Fallen #2]]" somewhat retroactively justifies Demolishor's execution, painting him as a Decepticon that revels in creating collateral damage and one that is responsible for several Autobot massacres in the past.
**Of course, he ''was'' casually picking up cars in his hands and flinging them off the highway to their doom as he was fleeing NEST, even though they weren't in the way of his wheels, so it's not like the movie made no effort to paint him in a negative light.

*During the production of ''Revenge of the Fallen'', the as-yet-unnamed Demolishor was referred to with the simple if descriptive moniker of "'''Wheelbot'''". Although Hasbro went on to provide a proper name for the character, Demolishor still wound up being listed as "Wheelbot" in the credits of the film itself.

*In 2010, Terex sold its mining products line (including the Terex RH400 excavator, Demolishor's alternate mode) to Bucyrus International. That means that Demolishor's altmode is now a Bucyrus RH400 mining excavator.

*Strangely, even though explosions that are targeted at NEST occur all around him at the steel mill, Demolishor has no guns or any other ranged weapons, using his size, weight and strength to cause destruction.

*He ''does'' have weapons in the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' game however, being missile launchers.

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Demolishor''' (デモリッシャー ''Demorisshā'')
*''Polish:'' '''Demolator''' (''[[Revenge of the Fallen (Xbox 360/PS3/PC)|Revenge of the Fallen — The Game]]'')

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Pat Lee

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{{disambig2|Pat Lee, the superstar comic book artist|the uncredited artist who actually draws all his stuff for negligible pay|Alex Milne}}
[[Image:Patlee.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Strength and Honor.<ref>[http://patleeart.deviantart.com/ PatLeeArt] at deviantART</ref>]]
'''Patrick C.K. "Pat" Lee''' (ミチヤメノテヒフナナ ''Michiyamenotehi Funana'') is a Canadian artist. He was the president of [[Dreamwave Productions]] and (allegedly) drew some of their ''Transformers'' comics, until most of his employees noticed he wasn't paying them. Subsequently, he was also the president of Dream Engine until all its employees noticed he wasn't paying them either. After that, he founded his own company, Pat Lee Productions, and briefly served as the "director" of a Hong Kong-based company named DeepSky Pictures (which appears to no longer exist). His return to comics was recently announced.<ref>[http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=25747 Pat Lee Joins Dynamite for "Widow Warriors"]</ref>

:''Known titles, aliases and nicknames:'' '''Mr. Mecha''',<ref name="wizardbig80s">[http://www.tfbrasil.net/curiosidades_Wizard5.jpg "Big 80s" feature from issue 111 of ''Wizard Magazine''], October 2000</ref> '''Paticus''',<ref name="litgtfspec">[http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=14153 Lying in the Gutters ''Transformers'' Special], July 2002</ref> "The '''[[Wikipedia:Transman|Transman]]'''",<ref name="transman">[http://www.americandreamcomics.com/index.php?itemid=1490&catid=21 Dreamwave press release]</ref> '''Superstar Artist''',<ref name="creators">[http://www.brokenfrontier.com/headlines/p/detail/dreamwave-adds-transformers-creators The infamous "Dreamwave adds Transformers' creators" press release]</ref> '''Mr. Talented'''<ref name="talented">[http://www.alivenotdead.com/rosannewong/A+MASTER+IN+DISGUISE-ANDREW+LIN+vs+PAT+LEE-MR.+TALENTED+(round+2-2)-profile-113669.html Rosanne Wong about Pat Lee painting a mural on her apartment wall]</ref>

{{bigquote|Over my dead body.|[[Simon Furman]] on if Pat Lee will do work for [[IDW Publishing|IDW]]|[[BotCon 2008]]}}

==History==
===Before the Transformers===
[[Image:Dreamwave.jpg|left|200px|thumb|Chillingly prophetic.]]
Pat Lee was born in Montreal on [[June 28]], [[1975]]<ref name="bio">[http://www.angelfire.com/pa/infrarred/infrarred2.html Pat Lee's own biography on his old Angelfire website]</ref>, and raised in Toronto. At the age of 16 (or 17)<ref name="patwizarddraw">[http://www.alivenotdead.com/patlee/How-to-draw-Transformers-Wizard-Magazine-profile-678562.html Pat Lee using an old Wizard article about himself as a reason to ponder about he got into the comic book industry]</ref>, right after graduating from high school, Lee was eager to find a job as a "proffesional"{{sic}} in the comic book industry<ref name="patwizarddraw"/>, sending over 150 pages of sample artworks to [[Marvel Comics|Marvel]] and [[Wikipedia:DC Comics|DC]]. Unfortunately for Lee, both publishers realized what a shoddy artist he was. Unfortunately for the rest of the world, however, Lee eventually managed to catch the attention of infamous [[Wikipedia:Image Comics|Image Comic]] co-founder [[wikipedia:Rob Liefeld|Rob Liefeld]] at a Toronto convention in 1994, who would hire Lee (now aged 19) to work as a penciller on various titles for Liefeld's Image studio [[Wikipedia:Awesome Comics|Extreme Studios]]. After that, Pat Lee would also work for [[Wikipedia:Jim Lee|Jim Lee's]] Image studio [[Wikipedia:Wildstorm Productions|Wildstorm Productions]], as well as accepting work-for-hire assignments from Marvel (who had now apparently changed their mind regarding his artwork).

In 1996, Pat and his brother [[Roger Lee|Roger]] decided to start their own studio within Image Comics, [[Dreamwave Productions]], with Pat acting as the company's president. With Dreamwave, Lee would continue accepting contractual work for other publishers (such as the four-issue limited series ''Wolverine/Punisher: Revelation'' for Marvel), but also started to publish his own <strike>blatantly plagiarized</strike> originally created titles such as ''[[Wikipedia:Ghost in the Shell|Darkminds]]'' and ''[[Wikipedia:Record of Lodoss War|Warlands]]''. Collaborations with various magazines and advertising campaigns helped to further advance Dreamwave's reputation. Initially, the "hook" for Dreamwave's financial success was Pat's drawing style, which many readers viewed as "manga-like" (although readers of actual manga had a different opinion on this matter).

===Transformers by Dreamwave===
[[Image:Big80sWizard.jpg|right|150px|thumb|His art only went downhill from here.]]In 2000, Pat and Dreamwave submitted a contribution for a feature named "Big 80s" that was published in issue #111 of ''Wizard: The Comics Magazine'', depicting Pat's own take on one of his favorite properties from his childhood days, the ''Transformers''. Proving to be a huge hit among fans, [[Hasbro]] would consider the general art style a benchmark when they were offering the license for a new ''Transformers'' comic a year later.<ref name="litgtfspec"/> Unsurprisingly, it was Dreamwave themselves who finally acquired said license, commemorating this as a turning point in the history of their company by officially cutting all ties with Image and becoming an independent publisher on their own.

[[Image:Fallenpatlee.jpg|left|150px|thumb|Why do Pat Lee's Transformers look like they're about to take a poop?]]
In addition to providing the art for various adverts, [[posters]] and covers, Pat would draw the first two ''Generation 1'' limited series, [[Prime Directive|Vol. 1]] (aka "Prime Directive") and [[War and Peace|Vol. 2: War and Peace]]. Subsequently, he would concentrate on controlling Dreamwave as its president and spend more time on his biggest hobby, fast cars, assigning art jobs to other artists (many of them hired directly out of the fandom) instead. Lee's only other major contribution in terms of art would ultimately be some of the character profiles published in the eight-issue [[More Than Meets The Eye (G1)|More Than Meets The Eye]] limited series.

Despite having dominated Diamond's sales charts for several subsequent months with the ''Transformers'', Dreamwave eventually ended up in dire financial circumstances. Coinciding with rumors of unpaid freelancers, Pat Lee started to accept contractual work for Marvel and DC again, such as issues of ''House of M'' or ''[[Superman]]/[[Batman]]''. Dreamwave eventually declared bankruptcy on January 4, 2005, blaming the weak United States Dollar and other scapegoats for the company's failure.<ref>[http://www.tformers.com/article.php?sid=4053 Dreamwave's final press release]</ref>

===After Dreamwave===
With Dream Engine, Lee would work on various projects such as an ''X-Men/Fantastic Four'' crossover for Marvel, issues for the ''Batman/Superman'' series for DC and a relaunch of [[Wikipedia:Cyberforce|Cyberforce]] for [[Wikipedia:Top Cow Productions|Top Cow]], another Image studio.

Eventually, Pat Lee parted ways with Dream Engine again and started his new enterprise, Pat Lee Productions.<ref name="plp">[http://www.patleeproductions.com/ Pat Lee Productions website, no longer functioning]</ref> He was also listed as the "director" of a Hong Kong-based company named DeepSky Pictures, which appears to be defunct now. Pat Lee is currently residing in Hong Kong. Or he may be back in Canada. Seriously, we've lost track at this point.

===Return to official ''Transformers'' work===
In mid-2008, three and a half years since the collapse of Dreamwave, Lee was commissioned to do a series of illustrations for Hasbro Hong Kong to use for promotional purposes as part of their appearance at Ani-Con 2008.<ref>[http://www.alivenotdead.com/patlee/Transform+and+ROLL+OUT--profile-225643.html Pat Lee showcases his illustrations for Hasbro on his blog.]</ref> Let's hope that art stays in Hong Kong.

In spite of the [[Transformers (2007)|movie]] having been out for about a year, he couldn't even be bothered to look up recent art and stills and drew [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]] with his unused concept art head.

==Published Transformers works with Pat Lee credit==
===Comics===
* ''[[Prime Directive|Transformers: Generation 1 (vol. 1)]]'': [[Prime Directive Preview|Preview]], [[Prime Directive issue 1|#1]], [[Prime Directive issue 2|#2]], [[Prime Directive issue 3|#3]], [[Prime Directive issue 4|#4]], [[Prime Directive issue 5|#5]], [[Prime Directive issue 6|#6]]
* ''[[War and Peace|Transformers: Generation 1 vol. 2: War and Peace]]'': [[New World Order|#1]], [[Brothers' Burden|#2]], [[Cold War (issue)|#3]], [[Passive Aggression|#4]], [[Countdown to Extinction (issue)|#5]], [[Revelation (War and Peace)|#6]]
* ''[[More Than Meets The Eye (G1)|Transformers: More Than Meets The Eye]]'' #1, #3, #6 (assorted profiles)
* ''[[Armada (Dreamwave comic)|Transformers: Armada]]'': [[Dreamwave Armada issue 6|#6]], [[Dreamwave Armada issue 7|#7]]
* ''[[More Than Meets The Eye (Armada)|Transformers Armada: More Than Meets The Eye]]'': #1, #2, #3 (assorted profiles)
* ''20th Anniversary Transformers Summer Special'': Individual story "[[Welcome to the Jungle]]"
* assorted covers for nearly all the Dreamwave Transformers series
* ''[[Transformers: Matrix Quest]]'' (Titan Books, hardcover) cover image
* ''[[Transformers/G.I. Joe: Divided Front]]'': [[Targets of Opportunity|#1]]

{{note|With the revelation of [[Alex Milne]] ghosting for Pat Lee on Top Cow's ''Cyberforce'', artist [[Edwin Garcia]] being credited for "backgrounds" on the ''Generation 1'' titles, [[Sigmund Torre]] being rumored to have ghosted on parts of the first ''Generation 1'' volume, [[Nick Kilislian]] being credited for "breakdowns" for ''Divided Front'' #1, and at least one of his covers actually being done by a ghost artist, it's uncertain how much of the art credited to Pat Lee has actually been his work at all.

Various artworks originally created by Lee for the covers of the first ''Generation 1'' limited series were also used by both [[Hasbro]] and [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] for their "[[Commemorative Series]]" and "[[Transformers Collection]]" series of reissues. Following the demise of Dreamwave, Hasbro would also continue to use cover artwork drawn by Lee for promotional images and various pieces of merchandise, such as a ''[[Monopoly|Transformers Monopoly]]'' board game. The reason for this is simply because the art has already been paid for, and is therefore cheaper to use for Hasbro than newly solicited artwork.}}

===Packaging art===
====Alternators====
* [[Smokescreen (G1)|Smokescreen]]
* [[Sideswipe (G1)|Side Swipe]]

{{note|The packaging artwork for [[Alternators]] Smokescreen was also used for the profile card of Takara's ''Binaltech'' counterpart.}}
====Commemorative Series====
* Series III [[Jazz (G1)/toys|Autobot Jazz]]
* Series IV [[Prowl (G1)|Prowl]]
* Series IV [[Red Alert (G1)|Red Alert]]
* Series V [[Hoist (G1)|Hoist]]
* Series V [[Inferno (G1)|Inferno]]
* Series VI [[Grapple|Autobot Grapple]]
* Series VII [[Hot Rod (G1)|Rodimus Prime]]
* Series VII [[Dirge (G1)|Dirge]]
* Series VIII [[Sideswipe (G1)|Side Swipe]]

{{note|The artwork for Hoist, Inferno, Grapple, Rodimus Prime and Dirge was done specifically for these reissues; the rest was recycled from covers of Dreamwave's first ''Generation 1'' limited series.}}

====Transformers Collection====
* No.0 [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys|Convoy]] (Optimus Prime)
* No.1 Meister (Jazz)
* No.2 Prowl
* No.6 [[Megatron (G1)/toys|Megatron]]
* No.7 Lambor (Sideswipe)
* No.10 [[Soundwave (G1)/toys|Soundwave]]
* No.12 [[Mini Vehicle|Minibot Team]]
* No.16 [[Insecticon (G1)|Insectrons]] (Insecticons)

{{note|None of these artworks were created specifically for these reissues, but were instead recycled from old promotional posters or covers of Dreamwave's first ''Generation 1'' limited series.}}
===Other===
* Hasbro Hong Kong Ani-Con 2008 [[Movie (toyline)|Movie]] Commemorative boxset certificate

==Criticism and controversy==
===Art style===
[[Image:Patleehowtodrawoptimus.jpg|left|250px|thumb|1) Draw a circle. 2) Draw Optimus Prime. 3) Give him scraplets. 4) Give him leprosy.]]
Pat Lee's artwork has often been the target of criticism among fans. While he was initially praised by many fans for his "manga-like" drawing style (which is heavily inspired by the character designs and visual cues used by [[Studio OX]]), others criticized his tendency for exaggerated proportions, emphasis on rounded robot body parts, making the characters look "inflated" and marshmallow-like, hands reaching out to the reader [http://www.shortpacked.com/2005/comic/book-1-brings-back-the-80s/10-superstar-funana/detail/ "as if you just stole his purse"], a general lack of sequential storytelling skills and the overall look of his human characters (see "[[dull surprise]]" for more on ''that''). Even his critics often admitted that his work for covers and posters was better than his actual comic book interior artwork; however, that would change soon when even his cover artwork saw a severe decline in quality starting with the [[War and Peace|second ''Generation 1'' limited series]]. The introduction of [[Don Figueroa|other]] [[Guido Guidi|artists]] who drew Transformers characters in a similar style, while avoiding many of the problems Lee was criticized for, would further shift the public opinion against Lee's artwork.

[[Image:DWPrimewhatthe.jpg|right|200px|thumb|When you're being compared to Rob Liefeld, maybe it's time to quit<ref name="leefeld">[http://www.shortpacked.com/blog/2006/12/13/buttons/ Shortpacked!]</ref>]]
Lee's response to that was enforcing an internal "house style" that would force other artists to follow Pat Lee's own style more closely. [[Don Figueroa]] confirmed in an interview having received such requests from Dreamwave art director [[Rob Ruffolo]], a guideline which Figueroa declined.<ref name="dontrans">[http://transfans.co.uk/interviews_figueroa.php Interview with Don Figueroa]</ref> Fellow artist [[Guido Guidi]] confirmed having received similar requests.<ref name="guidtrans">[http://transfans.co.uk/interviews_guido.php Interview with Guido Guidi]</ref> Ruffolo himself also later confirmed the existence of an internal "house style", without specifically referring to Lee.<ref name="ruftrans">[http://transfans.co.uk/interviews_ruffolo.php Interview with Rob Ruffolo]</ref>

Even though many fans preferred other artists over Pat Lee, official Dreamwave press releases and solicitations would often refer to the company's president as a "superstar artist".<ref name="dwadds">[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/comics-16/dreamwave-adds-transformers-creators-2492/ The infamous "Dreamwave Adds Transformers Creators" press release]</ref>

===Business practices===
The demise of Dreamwave didn't come overnight. The first rumors of freelancers not getting paid date back as far as October of 2003.<ref name="litgffreel">[http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=14548 Lying in the Gutters reporting on early rumors of Dreamwave artists not getting paid]</ref> Following the closure of Dreamwave, former freelance writers [[Adam Patyk]] and [[James McDonough]] reiterated their claims that Dreamwave (not explicitly referring to Lee himself) had stopped paying them even before declaring bankruptcy. They had then filed a lawsuit against their former employer, and when that became public, they had allegedly also heard from other Dreamwave employees and freelancers who were supposedly also complaining about not being paid anymore.<ref name="pmdnram">[http://forum.newsarama.com/showthread.php?t=39073 Newsarama nterview with writers Adam Patyk and James McDonough]</ref>

Aside from Patyk and McDonough, no other former Dreamwave employees or freelancers were nearly as explicit on the issue. Artist Don Figueroa only stated that Dreamwave was "getting really behind with the check" and pointed out that he "was also assured everything was cool" when he met Pat Lee in person only a month prior to the closing of Dreamwave.<ref name="dontrans">[http://transfans.co.uk/interviews_figueroa.php Interview with Don Figueroa]</ref> The latter complaint was also repeated by writer [[Simon Furman]].<ref name="furmtrans">[http://transfans.co.uk/interviews_furman3.php Interview with Simon Furman]</ref> Likewise, artist [[Guido Guidi]] merely accused Dreamwave of a lack of "[g]ood communication", and even revealed an ambivalent attitude towards Pat Lee and his brother Roger.<ref name="guidtrans">[http://transfans.co.uk/interviews_guido.php Interview with Guido Guidi]</ref> Artist James Raiz, meanwhile, claimed that he was "one of the very few who came out of Dreamwave with all [his] money.<ref name="raiztrans">[http://transfans.co.uk/interviews_raiz.php Interview with James Raiz]</ref>

Prior to declaring bankruptcy, Pat and his brother Roger had spent four months secretly transferring most of Dreamwave's assets to a new company named Dream Engine, whose website domain was registered to Roger's name.<ref name="litgdreame">[http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=14844 Lying in the Gutters discovering the existence of Dream Engine]</ref> In addition, it would turn out that Lee had made sure to transfer ownership of his formerly company-owned Porsche to himself before giving up Dreamwave,<ref name="porsche">[http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=14968 Lying in the Gutters reporting on the Pat Lee Porsche story]</ref> and had spent half a million Canadian dollars on a new luxury apartment even before the Dreamwave bankruptcy.<ref name="apartment">[http://comicbooks.org/columns/index.cgi?column=litg&article=2203 Lying in the Gutters reporting on Pat Lee's new apartment]</ref> The overall amount of Dreamwave's debt was far over a million dollars.<ref name="litgmillion">[http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=14886 Lying in the Gutters' list of Dreamwave's creditors]</ref>

A former Dreamwave employee later suggested that Pat and Roger had known about the looming demise of Dreamwave a full year before declaring bankruptcy, but instead of coming clean to their employees, they named their parents secured creditors and then kept the company going for another year, because Canadian law required people to be named secured creditors for at least a year before bankruptcy in order to be given priority over other creditors (this is meant to prevent someone being given secured creditor status a week before bankruptcy and then getting away with all the company's money). Teddy and Anne Lee were granted $141,000 for alleged "furniture lease", even though they were financially supported by their sons for most of their adult lives.<ref name="parents">[http://www.bleedingcool.com/forums/showthread.php?17163-Pat-Lee-Starts-Interview-Tour-Of-Forgiveness&p=83125#post83125 Allegations by a former Dreamwave employee], May 2010</ref>

In addition, Guido Guidi and Don Figueroa later confirmed that they were additionally charged by FedEx for having shipped artwork to Dreamwave prior to the company's closure.<ref name="fedex">[http://web.archive.org/web/20050507073425/http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/thread73039.html Archived TFW2005 thread with Guido Guidi and Don Figueroa confirming the FedEx story]</ref>

Pat Lee himself gave several interviews following the closing of Dreamwave, presenting himself as a victim of circumstance while completely dodging the issue of unpaid creators and the existence of Dream Engine.<ref name="patwiz">[http://web.archive.org/web/20061120012852/http://www.wizarduniverse.com/magazine/wizard/000230624.cfm Archived Wizard interview with Pat Lee]</ref><ref name="patnram">[http://forum.newsarama.com/showthread.php?t=39738 Newsarama interview with Pat Lee]</ref><ref name="jazma">[http://www.jazmaonline.com/interviews/interviews2.asp?intID=318 Jazma Online interview with Pat Lee, April 2006]</ref>

While working with Dream Engine, Pat Lee spent a significant amount of the company's funds on the campaign of his girlfriend [[Wikipedia:Aimee Chan|Aimee Chan]], who would eventually win the title of Miss Hong Kong in 2006. This ultimately resulted in Pat being asked by Dream Engine and his brother Roger to leave the company.<ref>[http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=15349 Lying in the Gutters reporting on Pat Lee's involvement with Aimee Chan]</ref> In the fall of 2007, Aimee Chan changed her status on her alive not dead social networking page<ref>http://www.alivenotdead.com/aimeechan/details.html</ref> to "single". Oops!

Following that, he was listed as the "director" of a Hong Kong-based company named DeepSky Pictures. The company apparently no longer exists, and it's unclear if it ever actually produced anything.

In December of 2010, Pat Lee ''finally'' agreed to give an interview to Rich Johnston, one of his most outspoken critics. While Johnston asked a lot of hard-hitting questions, often referring to personal conversations he had with people like Simon Furman and Alex Milne, Lee gave very half-hearted non-answers, claimed not to remember certain details or avoided answering questions entirely.<ref name="interviewrich">[http://www.bleedingcool.com/2010/12/20/pat-lee-talks-to-bleeding-cool-via-a-dabel-brother/ Rich Johnston interviewing Pat Lee] at Bleeding Cool Comics, December 2010</ref>

===Failure to give proper credit===
During the Dreamwave days, several artists confirmed that Pat Lee had only been drawing the robot characters, leaving the backgrounds entirely to (credited) assistants such as [[Edwin Garcia]]. However, comic book journalist Rich Johnston reported rumors that [[Sigmund Torre]] had been ghosting for Pat, who was too busy with promotion and signing tours, as early as July 2002, when ''[[Prime Directive|Generation 1 vol. 1]]'' was still in production.<ref name="litgtfspec"/>

Another Dreamwave artist named [[Nick Kilislian]], who is credited for doing the "breakdowns" for Dreamwave's ''[[Transformers/G.I. Joe: Divided Front]]'' [[Targets of Opportunity|issue 1]], allegedly also ghosted for Pat on the ''X-Men/Fantastic Four'' limited series Dreamwave did for [[Marvel Comics|Marvel]] at the same time.<ref name="litgghostmost">[http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=14767 Lying in the Gutters reporting on the rumor of Nick Kilislian ghosting for Pat], September 2004.</ref>

In 2007, it turned out that Lee's personal involvement in his girlfriend's beauty pageant campaign had resulted in him being unable to meet deadlines for issues of Top Cow's ''Cyberforce'' series. As a consequence, Pat had asked [[Alex Milne]] to draw those issues in his stead. After a few issues, what little credit was initially given to Milne was dropped entirely, with Pat submitting the artwork under his own name instead, paying Milne merely a fragment of the money Top Cow was paying him.<ref name="litgmilne1">[http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=15355 Lying in the Gutters reporting on Alex Milne ghosting for Pat Lee]</ref> In addition, Lee later asked Milne to draw artwork for DC's ''Superman/Batman'' #34 as well, again giving his underpaid ghost artist no credit.<ref name="litgmilne2">[http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=15547 Lying in the Gutters reporting on Alex Milne ghosting for Pat Lee even more]</ref> Eventually, Top Cow found out, resulting in Pat Lee not paying Milne ''at all'' for over 20 pages of artwork.<ref name="deviantmilne">[http://hombreimaginario.deviantart.com/art/Interviews-06-Alex-Milne-64254823 Interview with Alex Milne on DeviantArt]</ref>

In late 2008, former Dreamwave editor [[Matt Moylan]] confirmed that the Silver Snail exclusive variant cover for Dreamwave's [[Transformers: Generation 1 (Dreamwave) |''Generation One'' (ongoing)]] [[Night of the Combaticons|issue 1]] that had been credited to Pat Lee had actually been drawn by a ghost artist as well.<ref name="g1ghost">[http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/2407689-post83.html Matt Moylan confirming that the Silver Snail exclusive G1 vol. 3 #1 cover had been drawn by a ghost artist too.]</ref>

===Attempts at cover-up===
In March and April of 2008, a newly registered Wikipedia user repeatedly tried to remove any reference to the controversies surrounding Pat Lee in his own article, instead replacing them with more PR-friendly resume details.<ref>[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:Contributions/Hyrocomics Contributions by Wikipedia user "Hyrocomics"]</ref><ref>[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:Contributions/219.78.200.95 Contributions by IP 209.70.200.95]</ref> (The critical content in the Wikipedia article ''was'' later purged for other reasons, but not reverted to the blatant self-advertising Pat's own version was.)

==Notes==
* Before the launch of Dreamwave's ''Transformers'' comic books, Pat expressed a certain level of ignorance with regard to the brand's history. For example, he claimed that, in retrospect, the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|Transformers cartoon]] was so amazing that it was only a matter of time before the [[The Transformers (toyline)|toys]] were made.<ref name="animefringe">[http://www.animefringe.com/magazine/01.03/feature/2/index.php3 Interview with animefringe.com]</ref> In the same interview, he also admitted liking [[Generation 1 (franchise)|Generation 1]] [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]], whom he considers a "wicked character", regretting that he "died" in the [[The Transformers: The Movie|movie]].<ref name="animefringe">[http://www.animefringe.com/magazine/01.03/feature/2/index.php3 Interview with animefringe.com]</ref>

[[Image:FuNaNa.jpg|right|216px|thumb|Those fancy Japanese characters look AWESOME. Too bad I can't read them.]]
* Fans discovered an old personal website Pat had set up prior to the big breakthrough with Dreamwave.<ref name="infrarred">[http://www.angelfire.com/pa/infrarred/ Infrarred] {{sic}} Pat Lee's Angelfire homepage</ref> In retrospect, many of the quotes and graphics featured on the site would prove to be either hilariously ironic or frighteningly prophetic, such as a promotional image depicting Pat, his brother Roger and then-Dreamwave exec Alvin Lee walking away from a nuclear explosion (see [[:Image:Dreamwave.jpg|Image:Dreamwave.jpg]]); or a header graphic that features his name, "Patrick Lee", replaced by random Katakana characters (ミチヤメノテヒフナナ), which read "''Michiyamenotehi Funana''". Soon, this would become his new nickname among fans, used exclusively in a mocking manner. The cause for this is almost certainly a character-replacement Katakana font (WordPerfect TrueType Japanese to be exact), as used by someone who has no damn clue how Katakana works, never mind an ability to read it. If Pat Lee had any damn clue how to transliterate, the Katakana would be パトリック・リー (''Patorikku Rī''). Running the characters he used through Google Translate gives you "Doke Meno off Nana Tae-hee", which makes about as much sense as his business policies.

* After the launch of Dream Engine, Lee's resume at the company's website claimed that he was responsible for relaunching "X-Men, Batman and more", thereby implying that those franchises had long lingered in a near-dead state until Superstar Funana blessed them with his divine reanimating powers.<ref>Pat's resume at the now defunct Dreamengine website.</ref>

* Comic book gossip journalist Rich Johnston, who has done a fair share of coverage on the subject of Pat Lee, has made use of the fact that the URL Deepskypictures.com was a dead link (since the "company" Pat briefly served for as a "director" is now apparently defunct), but still linked to on several of Pat's social networking pages... by purchasing the URL and redirecting it to his coverage of Pat's past and involvement with Dynamite Entertainment at Bleeding Cool Comics for a while.<ref name="badman">[http://www.bleedingcool.com/2010/06/05/punking-pat-lee/ Bleeding Cool Comics]</ref>

* Pat Lee once set a hill on fire.<ref name="infrarred">[http://www.angelfire.com/pa/infrarred/ Infrarred] {{sic}} Pat Lee's Angelfire homepage</ref>

* All of the above is ''absolutely true''. We're not kidding.

==Memorable quotes by and about Pat Lee==
{{bigquote|It is a mistake to suppose that men succeed through success; they much oftener succeed through failures.|Pat Lee<ref>[http://www.jazmaonline.com/interviews/interviews2.asp?intID=318 Jazma Online Interview]</ref>}}

{{bigquote|If he ever wants out of comics, Pat Lee's got a heck of a career as an auto mechanic.|''Wizard Magazine''<ref>Verbatim quote from a <strike>[http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v472/dailyraider/patlee.jpg butt-kissing advert]</strike> article published in an issue of ''Wizard Magazine''.</ref>}}

{{bigquote|I remember working with Pat Lee and how kind of disappointed I was to find how little of the art was actually him. He gave me an original art page of Armada, and there’s so little art on it!|Simon Furman<ref>Talking about memorable experiences, [http://idwpublishing.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?p=42871#42871 http://idwpublishing.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?p=42871#42871]</ref>}}

{{bigquote|If Pat had been some faceless bureaucrat it maybe wouldn’t now seem such an acute betrayal, but he looked me square in the eye and said everything’s hunky-dory. That’s what still, even now, burns.|Simon Furman<ref>Online interview talking about the collapse of Dreamwave</ref>}}

{{bigquote|Probably the richest guy I know.|Don Figueroa <ref>Word Association with the name "Pat Lee" from an [http://transfans.co.uk/interviews_figueroa.php interview] with TransFans.co.uk</ref>}}

{{bigquote|A guy that really knows how to pitch himself.|Guido Guidi<ref>Word Association with the name "Pat Lee" from an [http://transfans.co.uk/interviews_guido.php interview] with TransFans.co.uk</ref>}}

{{bigquote|Cars are expensive.|Guido Guidi<ref>Word Association with the name "Dreamwave" from an [http://transfans.co.uk/interviews_guido.php interview] with TransFans.co.uk</ref>}}

{{bigquote|Can we get our money?|Adam Patyk<ref>Patyk's response to the question "If you could talk to Pat directly right now, what would you ask of him?" in an [http://forum.newsarama.com/showthread.php?t=39073 interview] with Newsarama.</ref>}}

{{bigquote|Some of the shapes and lines are a little misshapen. When you draw your lines, sketch them out in layout mode, and try to get as accurate as possible before making any final lines.|Pat Lee, not practicing what he preaches. <ref>[http://s104.photobucket.com/albums/m190/PatLeeProductions/?action=view&current=page3.jpg Quote from Pat Lee's "How to draw Mecha" article from Wizard #118, July 2001.]</ref>}}

{{bigquote|To anyone who wants to break into comics- learn to love drawing backgrounds and study technical work, never have an ego, and treat your fans with respect!|Pat Lee, still not practicing what he preaches. <ref>[http://asylums.insanejournal.com/scans_daily/796425.html#cutid1 Parting words from Pat Lee in "Extreme Scenes" from Extreme Comics.]</ref>}}

{{bigquote|Please don't believe anything that comes out of this man's mouth. I did, and look where it got me!|Simon Furman in 2010 <ref>[http://www.bleedingcool.com/forums/showthread.php?32106-Pat-Lee-Talks-To-Bleeding-Cool-Via-A-Dabel-Brother&p=144857#post144857 Furman post at Bleeding Cool, 22 December 2010]</ref>}}

==See also==
* [[Dull surprise]]

==External links==
* [http://www.angelfire.com/pa/infrarred/infrarred2.html Infrarred]
* [http://www.myspace.com/patleeart PatLeeArt] at MySpace
* [http://www.alivenotdead.com/patlee Pat Lee's alive not dead profile blog site]
* [http://patleeart.deviantart.com/ Pat Lee's deviantART page.]
* [http://www.youtube.com/user/PatLeeArt Pat Lee's Youtube account]
* [http://twitter.com/patleeart Pat Lee's Twitter feed]
* [http://patleeart.blogspot.com/ Pat Lee's Blogspot blog]
* [http://patleeart.squarespace.com/ Pat Lee's Squarespace blog]

==References==
{{reflist|2}}

{{DEFAULTSORT:Lee, Pat}}
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Galvatron's Revenge

2011-11-22T18:00:23Z

134.117.251.43: /* Differences with Car Robots */

{{episode
|series=RiD
|ep=38
|title="Galvatron's Revenge"
|japanese=逆襲! デビルギガトロン!
|romaji=Gyakushū! Devil Gigatron
|translation=Counterattack! Devil Gigatron
|image=Galvatron's Revenge Galvatron.jpg
|caption="Say ARRRRRRRGH!"
|production code=
|production company=[[TV Tokyo]], [[Nihon Ad Systems|NAS]], [[Studio Gallop]]
|written by=[[Junki Takegami]] (Japanese) [[Richard Epcar]] (English)
|director=[[Akira Katō]]
|animation studio=Studio Gallop
|airdate=[[December 20|20 December]] [[2000]] (Japanese) [[March 16]], [[2002]] (English)
|continuity=
}}

'''Galvatron still lives''' 
'''Optimus Prime calls retreat''' 
'''Here come cyber-bats'''

==Synopsis==
[[Image:Galvatron's Revenge Galvatronmaximus.jpg|left|200px|thumb|Uh, Maximus? You've got something on your face...]]
Following [[Surprise Attack!|last episode's battle]], [[Megatron (RID)|Galvatron]] lies fallen at [[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Fortress Maximus]]'s feet. The Autobots are jubilant, but [[Omega Prime]] is cautious, and rightly so as [[T-AI]] soon reports that she's detecting faint energy signals in Galvatron. Galvatron rises once more, and begins drawing energy from Fortress Maximus. The [[Autobot Brothers]] try to attack the Decepticon leader, but are prevented by [[Scourge (RID)|Scourge]] and [[Ruination (RID)|Ruination]]. The [[Build Team]] merge into [[Landfill (RID)|Landfill]] and join [[Rail Racer (RID)|Rail Racer]] in battling the Decepticons, while Omega Prime confronts Galvatron.

[[Image:Galvatron's Revenge Kojicyberbat.jpg|right|200px|thumb|:(]]
Galvatron responds by unleashing a cloud of smoke, which blinds the Autobots, and sends forth a swarm of [[Cyber-bat|cyber-bats]]. T-AI's warning to [[Koji Onishi|Koji]] is too late, as a cyber-bat attaches to the boy's forehead and he becomes mesmerised. Galvatron gloats to Omega Prime that he now controls the fate of all Earth's children.

[[Kenneth Onishi|Doctor Onishi]] find Koji and contacts Omega Prime to let him know he's working on a way to disable the cyber-bats. Prime says he's unfortunately going to have to call a tactical retreat—the rest of the Autobots think they should stand and fight, but Prime tells them that they need a water-tight plan before proceeding, and the group departs via the [[Space bridge|Global space bridge]].

[[Image:Galvatron's Revenge Ruinationscourge.jpg|left|200px|thumb|I can't work out the instructions to turn him back into a truck.]]
Galvatron switches to his griffin mode and, blasting open the portal to the space bridge, sends the Decepticons in. Sky-Byte tags along, anxious to please his leader. They swiftly catch up with the Autobots, who clumsily assemble and engage them in battle. Outside the tunnel, Galvatron happily announces that he'll be able to get rid of both the Autobots and the traitorous Decepticons at the same time by rupturing the wall of the tunnel and flooding it with lava. [[Ultra Magnus (RID)|Ultra Magnus]] is on hand to attempt to stop the overlord, but is ultimately unsuccessful. Galvatron contacts his Decepticon troops to bid them goodbye as molten lava begins flooding into the tunnel. On the up-side, Galvatron no longer needs Earth's children and recalls the cyber-bats.

[[Image:Galvatron's Revenge Galvatronrain.jpg|right|200px|thumb|You know the pollution is bad when you start getting purple-laser-rain.]]
As [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus]] floats in the lava, he hears Koji's words pleading that he not give up, and Galvatron is shocked to see the Autobots burst from the ground. His shock doesn't last long, and Galvatron boasts that the Autobots will never be able to beat him. He takes in the returning cyber-bats and the Autobots soon find themselves being pulled helplessly into the air...
{{-}}
==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Omega Prime]] (1)
*[[Cerebros (RID)|Cerebros]] (2)
*[[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Fortress Maximus]] (3)
*[[Side Burn (RID)|Side Burn]] (11)
*[[Prowl (RID)|Prowl]] (12)
*[[X-Brawn]] (13)
*[[Wedge]] (14)
*[[T-AI]] (15)
*[[Hightower (RID)|Hightower]] (16)
*[[Grimlock (RID)|Grimlock]] (17)
*[[Heavy Load (RID)|Heavy Load]] (18)
*[[Landfill (RID)|Landfill]] (19)
*[[Rail Racer (RID)|Rail Racer]] (20)
*[[Ultra Magnus (RID)|Ultra Magnus]] (27)
*[[Midnight Express (RID)|Midnight Express]] (28)
*[[Railspike (RID)|Railspike]] (29)
*[[Rapid Run (RID)|Rapid Run]] (30)
*[[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus Prime]] (31)

|h2=[[Predacon (RID)|Predacons]]
|c2=
*[[Megatron (RID)|Galvatron]] (4)
*[[Slapper (RID)|Slapper]] (5)
*[[Dark Scream]] (6)
*[[Gas Skunk]] (7)
*[[Sky-Byte (RID)|Sky-Byte]] (8)
*[[Scourge (RID)|Scourge]] (9)
*[[Ruination (RID)|Ruination]] (10)
*[[Mega-Octane]] (21)
*[[Armorhide (RID)|Armorhide]] (22)
*[[Rollbar (RID)|Rollbar]] (23)
*[[Ro-Tor (RID)|Ro-Tor]] (24)
*[[Movor]] (25)

|c3=
*[[Koji Onishi]] (26)
*[[Kenneth Onishi|Doctor Kenneth Onishi]] (27)
}}

==Quotes==
"That was pretty awesome, don't you think? I doubt we'll ever have to worry about Galvatron ever again."
:—'''Wedge''' is an idiot.

"Sorry to interrupt your ego-maniacal rant, but I think it's time you and I had a little one-on-one."
:—'''Omega Prime''' isn't sorry at all, really.

"I guess nobody told them second-hand smoke can be extremely hazardous to your health."
:—Listen to '''Sky-Byte''', kids.

"Oh, wow. This doesn't look good."
:—'''Koji''' on the city-sized flock of cyber-bats descending upon him. Doesn't miss a trick, that boy.

"What kind of fiendish monster are you... to do this to innocent children!"
:—'''Omega Prime''' is somehow surprised at the depths Galvatron will sink to.

"Don't melt us all, Galvatron! I'm not a traitor, I'm your humble servant! Don't you remember?" 
"Sky-Byte, I didn't order you in there, I'm afraid you're on your own." 
"What?! Oh, thanks a lot! This is what I get for trying to help the guy."
:—'''Sky-Byte''' is somehow surprised that '''Galvatron''' doesn't care about him.

"Galvatron's new power has made him unbeatable. He's found a way to disable the Autobots so that they can't fight him. Without their help, the Earth will be doomed! Please, Optimus, don't let him win. We all need you. The Earth needs you!"
:—'''Koji''' sets the stage for [[The Final Battle (RID)|the epic finale]]. No pressure, Optimus...

==Notes==
===Differences with ''Car Robots''===
* This episode features one of the more obvious changes from the Japanese ''Car Robots'' version of the story. There, Galvatron was using his Cyber-Bats to drain mental energy from the children, rather than simply holding them hostage; that's why, when he re-absorbs the bats at the episode's conclusion, he gets such a major power boost. The change is fairly consistent within the larger framework of ''Robots in Disguise''—save for Galvatron's absorption of the Predacon trio's energies in his introductory episode, and Fortress Maximus's power in this one, the dub generally omits the fact that Galvatron is an "[[energy vampire]]" of sorts, which is actually central to the plot of the Japanese version of the [[The Final Battle (RID)|final episode]], but which is changed entirely for the English version.

===Animation and/or technical glitches===
* Megatron calls out "Iron Mammoth!" before changing into his one-headed dragon mode. And then again when he changes into griffin mode.

===Continuity errors===
* In the preliminary recap of "[[Surprise Attack!]]", Omega Prime's line about the strength of Galvatron's command centre is spoken instead by Koji, who wasn't actually present.
* [[Skid-Z (RID)|Skid-Z]], [[Tow-Line (RID)|Tow-Line]] and the [[Spy Changer|Spy Changers]] were all at the battle at the end of the last episode, but are mysteriously missing from this one.
* The Commandos are still in Ruination form at the beginning of the episode, yet form him again a short way in (though they do switch from "land" mode to "sky" mode).
* As the Autobots charge into the Global Space Bridge tunnel, the Build Team are suddenly in their individual forms, having been seen as Landfill moments earlier; the Autobot Brothers, meanwhile, appear in their normal colour schemes, despite being in Super Mode at all other points during the episode.
* Similarly, it is unclear when exactly Omega Prime breaks down into his constituent individual robots; it is Omega who orders the Autobots into the space bridge tunnel, but moments later we see Ultra Magnus hiding behind a rock eavesdropping on Galvatron, whilst only Optimus has entered the tunnel himself.

===Transformers references===
* Once again, the term "[[Insecticon (disambiguation)|Insecticon]]" is used a term of derision, this time by Galvatron. It's enough to give a bug a complex, complex.
* Galvatron claims to be indestructible in his iron mammoth mode.
* Optimus Prime's battle mode makes a reappearance after a long absence.

===Trivia===
* Hightower finally gets his turn as Landfill's arms. By default it's usually Grimlock, and Heavy Load got his turn back in "[[Sky-Byte Saves the Day]]".
* It's odd that Galvatron still thinks of the Decepticons as treacherous when he went to all the trouble of reprogramming them at the start of "[[Surprise Attack!]]".
* The Autobots, it seems, are quite capable of being completely submerged in lava and coming off no worse for wear, which makes you wonder what they were all so worried about in "[[Volcano]]". Then again, [[Scorponok (BW)|not]] [[Terrorsaur (BW)|all]] Transformers are so lucky, so it's better to be safe than sorry...

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2001 — ''Transformers: Car Robots'' — Vol. 10 ([[Pony Canyon]]) — Japanese audio only. 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2005 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Three-Disc Box Set: Part 2 of 2 ([[Maximum Entertainment]]) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2007 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Season Two (Maximum Entertainment) 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2007 — ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' — Ultimate Collection (Maximum Entertainment)

==External links==
*[http://www.ridforever.info/transformers-transcripts/rid-episode-38-galvatrons-revenge.php "Galvatron's Revenge" transcript on RiDForever.info]

[[Category:Robots in Disguise episodes]]

Optimus Prime (RID)

2011-11-22T17:11:16Z

134.117.251.43: /* Robots in Disguise */

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{{disambig3|Optimus Prime}}
:''Optimus Prime is the [[Autobot]] leader from the [[Robots in Disguise (franchise)|Robots in Disguise]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:RIDPrime02.jpg|right|250px|thumb|Ironically, filled with [[Burning justice|blazing justice.]] ]]
'''Optimus Prime''' is a stern and serious commander, devoted to protecting freedom and innocent life. He has seen the galactic path of conquest and destruction already burned by [[Megatron (RID)|Megatron]] and swears it will not include [[Earth]]. Optimus Prime often finds himself in the role of "straight man" to the more comic stylings of the other Autobots and [[Predacon (RID)|Predacons]], and tends to treat their humorous exaggerations or personality quirks as statements of straightforward fact. His subordinates view him as a great leader, if stubborn and much too prone to long speeches. Optimus Prime's greatest weakness is his sense of nobility. If an adversary claims to have had a change of heart and discovered inner goodness, Prime will fall for it every single time. But once he finds out he's been had, they'd better watch out!

==Fiction==
===''Robots in Disguise'' cartoon===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Neil Kaplan]] (English), [[Satoshi Hashimoto]] (Japanese), [[Guilherme Briggs]] (Portuguese), [[Gerardo Reyero]] (Latin American Spanish)
[[Image:BattleProtocol Prime gun.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Firearms are the right of all sentient beings.]]
Optimus Prime was created, along with [[Ultra Magnus (RID)|Ultra Magnus]], by [[Alpha Trion (RID)|Alpha Trion]] during the [[Golden Age]]. The two of them were raised together, and thus, saw each other as brothers. However, this relationship was torn apart after the Cybertron Civil Wars, whereupon the [[Matrix of Leadership|Matrix]] chose Optimus Prime to command the Autobots in stopping the [[Predacon (RID)|Predacon]] leader [[Megatron (RID)|Megatron]] from ravaging the universe in his quest for energy. Ultra Magnus left Cybertron that same day, bitter and spiteful of his brother. {{storylink|Ultra Magnus: Forced Fusion!}}

Prime soon struck up command on [[Earth]], where he took the form of a fire truck. Operating out of a secret base in [[Metro City]], he and his fellow Autobots were more than ready to face Megatron and his Predacons. The conflict began when Megatron appeared in New York, attempting to kidnap the famous scientist [[Kenneth Onishi|Doctor Kenneth Onishi]]. Optimus struck up a friendship with Onishi's son, [[Koji Onishi|Koji]], and despite not being able to save the boy's father, vowed that he would help rescue him. {{storylink|Battle Protocol!}}

[[Image:BulletTrainRescue Prime through window.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Armour Digivolve!]]
Optimus later took Koji to see the Autobot base, during a series of Predacon attacks on trucks around Metro City. New Predacon [[Sky-Byte (RID)|Sky-Byte]] turned out to be after a terrorist device hidden in a sports car. With the bomb on the verge of exploding, Optimus converted to his [[Super Mode|battle mode]] and used his power stream to blast the shark and the bomb safely into space. {{storylink|An Explosive Situation}} The launch of the [[Linear RFG]] bullet train was also a clear target for the Predacons, and Optimus ordered the Autobots to provide an escort. Sure enough, the Predacons destroyed a bridge ahead, and Optimus aided [[Team Bullet Train]] in stopping the train before disaster occurred. {{storylink|Bullet Train to the Rescue}}

Together with the [[Autobot Brothers]], Prime prevented the Predacons from stealing the [[Plutonium Energy Generator]] stored in a Metro City warehouse. When the generator was later moved, the Predacons made a second attempt, but Prime was content to sit back and watch the [[Spy Changer]]s go to work in foiling the quartet. {{storylink|Spychangers to the Rescue}}

{{quote|Your imagery is derivative. It lacks semiotic cohesion. And the hapless foe is you!|Optimus Prime, critiquing Sky-Byte's poetry|"The Hunt for Black Pyramid"}}

A distress call from Koji sent Optimus and the Autobot Brothers to a location in the sea near Metro City. Using the [[Global Space Bridge]], the Autobots made the leap out to a stricken ship, which was under attack by the Predacons. Prime fought with Sky-Byte, discovering that the shark had the edge while underwater. Once the ship was righted, the Autobot Leader quickly beat the Predacon into a withdrawal with his Fist of Steel. {{storylink|The Hunt for Black Pyramid}} Prime suspected that an attack by Megatron and the Predacon trio in the middle of Metro City was a diversion, and this was confirmed by an SOS from Side Burn, who was exploring [[Payuma ruins|Native American ruins]]. After Prime had traveled to the ruins and fought off Sky-Byte, the Autobots found a [[Doctor Onishi's microchip|microchip]], hidden there by Doctor Onishi. {{storylink|The Secret of the Ruins}}

[[Image:SecretWeaponD5 TAI Prime thoughtful.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Something about the upper chassis design?]]
Following Side Burn's kidnapping by the Predacons, Prime responded to the ransom request... by turning up alone and promptly being captured himself. Megatron began beating on the bound Optimus, until [[Prowl (RID)|Prowl]], [[X-Brawn]] and the Spy Changers mounted a stealth rescue. The prisoners freed, the Autobots turned on the Predacons and chased them off. {{storylink|Sideburn's Obsession}} When Koji reported a Predacon attack on the [[Grandpa|D-512 Stanwich Steamer]], Optimus coordinated the Autobot defense from home base. After [[Midnight Express (RID)|Midnight Express]]'s last minute rescue of the train, Optimus held Koji up so that the boy could film the steam engine. {{storylink|Secret Weapon: D-5}}

[[Image:SkidZsChoice Prime dynamic stock.jpg|thumb|right|200px|I hope you like this shot, cos you'll be seeing it a lot!]]
Optimus was not very worried about Mirage having apparently defected, stating that he was an Autobot and a member of the elite Spy Changers. {{storylink|Mirage's Betrayal}} Optimus has the Autobots all enter the [[International Grand Prix]] in order to try and find [[Skid-Z (RID)|Skid-Z]], a recently arrived Autobot who had scanned a racing car and become possessed by the urge to compete in races. Unfortunately the Predacons decided to enter the race too, and partway through, Optimus and the Autobot Brothers found themselves holding up a huge rock dropped onto them by Megatron. Fortunately Skid-Z himself turned up and destroyed the rock, allowing them to chase Megatron off. {{storylink|Skid Z's Choice}}

Another new recruit, [[Tow-Line (RID)|Tow-Line]] went rogue and began towing away random Autobots to an unspecified location. Prowl and Optimus finally managed to track Tow-Line down, correcting the damage to his circuits done by the Predacons, and rescuing their fellows. A rousing battle ensued, with inevitable defeat for the Predacons. {{storylink|Tow-Line Goes Haywire}} A Predacon investigation of the [[Cave of the Dragon]] lead Optimus and Midnight Express to dress up as a huge statue to chase them off. The ruse worked, and Optimus discovered that the cave did contain something of interest — an [[O-Part]]! {{storylink|The Ultimate Robot Warrior}} Concerned at recent Predacon activity, Optimus called the Autobots back to HQ to review previous missions. {{storylink|Hope for the Future}}

[[Image:TheDecepticons Prime missile launchers.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Why my shoulders hurt?]]
Lead by Doctor Onishi's microchip to [[Castle Peak]], Prime and the Autobot Brothers found the Predacons digging up a derelict Autobot spacecraft. The ship contained six [[protoform]]s, which Megatron promptly stole, whisking them away to nearby [[McKinley Army Base]] to be formatted into [[Decepticon]]s. During the fight at the base, [[Kelly (RID)|Kelly]] attempted to flee in a fuel tanker, and was saved by Optimus from plunging into a crater. The last protoform scanned Optimus and the tanker at the same time, resulting in [[Scourge (RID)|Scourge]], a Decepticon resembling a twisted clone of the Autobot leader. {{storylink|The Decepticons}} The Decepticons' first mission was to attack [[Sherman Dam]], during which Optimus managed to stop them from detonating explosives planted on the dam, and clashed with Scourge. {{storylink|Commandos}}

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More activity lead Prime and the Spy Changers to [[Montrose Island]], where they clashed with the Decepticons and Sky-Byte. With the volcano in danger of erupting, Optimus froze the crater with his Blizzard Storm attack, but was occupied fighting Scourge to do any more. He pinned [[Ruination (RID)|Ruination]], allowing the Spy Changer to use their [[Inferno Blast]] to divert the erupting lava to the sea. {{storylink|Volcano}} The Decepticons had [[Movor]] fired into space to try and locate the Autobot base from orbit, by observing Autobot movements. Optimus had Side Burn go to [[Pier 7B]], where an ambush had been arranged. Prime's battle with Scourge was largely won by the fact that Movor kept firing on the pair from space and accidentally hitting Scourge. {{storylink|Attack from Outer Space}}

Prime hoped that Scourge and his fellow Decepticons would one day be restored to their true Autobot selves, and in fact at one point [[Mega-Octane]] met with Optimus Prime, claiming that the Decepticons wanted to defect. Just as Optimus was about to show the Decepticons to the Autobot base, Sky-Byte attacked. Scourge's strike at the Predacon would have incurred a human casualty, had Optimus not deflected the sword blow with his [[Flying Fist]], and the trick was revealed. Enraged with disappointment, Optimus [[Burning justice|glowed with power]] as he fought off the Decepticons. {{storylink|The Test (episode)|The Test}}

[[Image:WedgesShortFuse Prime Blizzard Blast.jpg|thumb|left|200px|This image conjures some uncomfortable imagery...]]
Optimus took part in countering a series of attacks on power plants, {{storylink|The Fish Test}} and arrived in [[Antarctica]] in time to help the [[Build Team]] defeat the Decepticon and Predacon forces. {{storylink|Wedge's Short Fuse}} He also helped the Build Team reach the space bridge computer after the Decepticons sabotaged it. During the subsequent battle in the Arctic, he was content to let [[Landfill (RID)|Landfill]] face Megatron alone, as a matter of honor. {{storylink|Landfill (episode)|Landfill}}

Sky-Byte and his Predacons attacked the [[CGA Tower]] during its opening, apparently holding the humans inside hostage and demanding that Optimus Prime bring him the O-Parts. Optimus headed for the scene, but was cut off by the Decepticons. His haste resulted in him speedily dispatching Ruination with one shot from his Blaze Blaster, before hurrying to the tower. After a further battle with Scourge, Optimus helped stabilise the tower so that Landfill could create a new foundation for it. {{storylink|Sky-Byte Saves the Day}} After the Decepticons began a vendetta against the Build Team, Optimus ordered the Build Team not to get involved — but they did anyway, battling Ruination underground. Prime reached the location after Landfill had defeated the Decepticons in a huge fireball, and extinguished the four Autobots. {{storylink|A Test of Metal}}

[[Image:Forced Fusion Optimusbattlestation.jpg|thumb|200px|right|]]
Matters escalated when Ultra Magnus appeared on Earth, making his desire to take the Matrix from Optimus Prime known to his "brother". Optimus confronted Magnus, inviting the Autobot to join his team, but Magnus refused and challenged Prime to a duel. {{storylink|Ultra Magnus (episode)|Ultra Magnus}} Optimus refused to fight Magnus, and was thus mercilessly fired upon, until [[Side Burn (RID)|Side Burn]], [[Prowl (RID)|Prowl]], and [[X-Brawn]] arrived to carry him away. Prime took refuge on a deserted island, but the Decepticons, Megatron, and Magnus all tracked him there. In the midst of the battle, Magnus forcibly activated their ability to combine into [[Omega Prime]], intending to use it to drain Prime of his energy so he could take the Matrix, but Optimus managed to take control and use their combination to stop the Decepticons. {{storylink|Ultra Magnus: Forced Fusion!}}

Optimus took time out to review footage of the Autobots' recent missions. {{storylink|Lessons of the Past}} After the Decepticons captured the Autobot Brothers, Optimus confronted them, but was unable to fight back under threat of the brothers being killed. Despite being pounded on by the Decepticons, Optimus was fit enough to combine with Ultra Magnus once the three brothers were freed. {{storylink|The Two Faces of Ultra Magnus}} Optimus came to the Autobot Brothers' rescue himself when they experienced an odd power drain during battle. He fought Ruination and Scourge alone until Ultra Magnus arrived to lend a hand. {{storylink|Power to Burn!}}

[[Image:KojiGetsHisWish Optimus firing at Scourge.jpg|thumb|200px|left]]
During the search for some ruins under Metro City, Optimus Prime monitored things from base. He joined his men when they found [[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Fortress Maximus]] hidden in the ruins, and helped fight the Decepticons off. {{storylink|Fortress Maximus (episode)|Fortress Maximus}} While the Build Team concealed Fortress Maximus, Optimus kept Scourge busy, fighting the Decepticon beneath the city. {{storylink|Koji Gets His Wish}} He turned up in the [[Sahara|Sahara Desert]] after the rest of the Autobots had collected all of the O-Parts, in time to fight off Megatron. {{storylink|A Friendly Contest}}

[[Image:MaximusEmerges Optimus and Magnus.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Christian side-hug.]]
Combined into an orb, the O-Parts lead Optimus and the Autobot Brothers back to the Sahara, and a pyramid located in a cavern beneath the sands. There they battled with Megatron and the Decepticons over the [[Orb of Sigma]]. Once again, Omega Prime was formed in order to battle Megatron, and at the end of the battle, only the Autobot was still standing. {{storylink|Peril from the Past}} Though the Autobots gained the location of [[Cerebros (RID)|Cerebros]], the key to activating Fortress Maximus, Cerebros was snatched from their grasp by the Decepticons. Optimus lead his men in attempted to protect the titan, but Scourge managed to succeed. Fortress Maximus proved impossible to control, and began rampaging across the city. The return of Megatron, in a few form as Galvatron, complicated the battle, and even Optimus and Ultra Magnus combined into Omega Prime were unable to stop the devastation, until Koji managed to command Maximus to stop. {{storylink|Maximus Emerges}}

[[Image:SurpriseAttack Optimus carries Cerebros.jpg|thumb|200px|left]]
Clashes with the Decepticons and Fortress Maximus in a desert {{storylink|The Human Element}} and a forest were largely unsuccessful, but internal ructions in the Decepticon ranks eventually resulted in the Autobots managing to gain control of Cerebros. {{storylink|Mistaken Identity}} When the Decepticons discovered the location of the Autobot base and mounted an attack, Optimus took Cerebros, leading the Decepticons through Metro City to an ambush in a more remote location. Prime and Magnus combined into Omega Prime once again, but found they were ineffective against the power of Galvatron's ''[[Megastar]]'', and were forced to sit back and watch as Fortress Maximus dealt with the battle station. {{storylink|Surprise Attack!}}

Galvatron had survived the confrontation and began draining power from Fortress Maximus. When Omega Prime confronted him, he responded by using [[cyber-bat]]s to enslave and threaten the world's children. Prime was forced to call a retreat through the space bridge, which gave Galvatron the opportunity to trap them there and flood the tunnel with lava. As Optimus was overcome by the lava, Koji's words inspired him to escape and confront Galvatron once more. {{storylink|Galvatron's Revenge}}

Though Galvatron seized the rest of the Autobots in an energy field, Optimus escaped and combined with Ultra Magnus. Omega Prime challenged Galvatron one-on-one at the Earth's core. He was seemingly no match for the Decepticon leader, until Fortress Maximus sent his power, which energized the Matrix, forming the giant weapon, the [[Matrix Blade]]. Galvatron was defeated, and with that, the Autobots' mission on Earth was finished, and Prime resolved to return to Cybertron—but not before "one last look around" with Koji and the rest of his team. {{storylink|The Final Battle (RID)|The Final Battle}}

===Ultra Magnus...to the Rescue?===
[[Image:UltraMagnustotheRescue Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|right|200px]]
With the other Autobots all engaged in other fights around the world, Optimus Prime alone was available to answer T-AI's battle protocol at an experimental nuclear generator in Arizona. His opening plan was to lure the Predacons and Decepticons away from the humans to battle them at a safe distance, but his wayward brother Ultra Magnus intervened, confronting the villains head on in the middle of the generator plant. As Prime chastised Magnus for his rash action, Scourge overheard and seized on the idea to threaten the humans if the Autobots didn't stand down. Despite his anger at Optimus, Ultra Magnus remembered his Autobot training and reluctantly laid down his weapon. At the proper moment, though, the brothers managed to attack a distracted Scourge and save the humans. The Predacons and Decepticons escaped with the generator, but the humans were safe. {{storylink|Ultra Magnus...to the Rescue?}}

===''Universe'' comic===
[[Image:TFUjailbreak.jpg|left|thumb|300px|Here I am, kept in this tiny room, forced to be kept merged to this dude who hates me.]]
After turning in Galvatron to the proper authorities, Optimus Prime enjoyed the time following by studying various lifeforms and their environments on other planets throughout the universe. During this vacation, his weapons systems were upgraded considerably.

However, his skills were inevitably needed once again on Earth when evil threatened the planet. He formed the [[Dimensional Patrol]] from the ranks of the Autobots who had stayed behind on Earth, as well as additional experts in transwarp technology, to defend the planet from those who would do it harm via the "temporal and spatial nexus" in Earth's proximity. Unfortunately, Optimus Prime, Ultra Magnus, and several members of the Dimensional Patrol were abducted by [[Unicron]]. Here they were to battle each other in the [[Cauldron]], where their energy would feed and repair the shattered body of the Chaos Bringer. {{storylink|The Official Transformers Collectors' Club Magazine issue 1}}

As Omega Prime, Prime and Magnus escaped this fate in a jail-break set into motion by [[Trailbreaker (G1)|Trailbreaker]] and [[Silverbolt (BW)|Silverbolt]]. They left Unicron for their home universe via a portal created by [[Optimus Primal]] and [[Snarl (BM)|Snarl]], {{storylink|Escape (issue)|Escape}} but shortly thereafter they were once again called into service by [[Primus]]. {{storylink|Homecoming (issue)|Homecoming}}

{{note|It is unclear whether the change to a yellow color scheme accompanied the weapons systems upgrade or if these colors were visited upon him by the [[Unicron virus|corrupting energies]] of the [[Pit]]. Since his colors had returned to "normal" by the end of the Universe conflict (see below), the latter seems most likely.}}

===''Cybertron'' comic===
[[Image:OptimusPrimeRIDprimuschamber.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Prime picked this trick up from watching ''BASEketball.'']]

During the final battle with the [[Minion of Unicron|Minions of Unicron]] in the [[Pit]], Optimus Prime and Ultra Magnus (as Omega Prime) were fighting alongside the [[Child of Primus|Children of Primus]] when the corrupt pocket universe began to collapse around them. Omega Prime and the others fled through a dimensional portal, but the powerlinxed brothers were diverted by the former [[Mini-Con]] [[Over-Run (Armada)|Over-Run]] into another reality, {{Storylink|Revelations Part 2}} just in time to stop [[Nemesis Prime (Universe)|Nemesis Prime]] from unleashing the [[Dead Matrix]] inside the Spark Chamber of [[Primus]]. The evil clone was vanquished, and the brothers hooked up with [[Sentinel Maximus]] and his comrades as they attempted to fortify Cybertron against the [[Unicron Singularity]]. {{storylink|Revelations Part 1}}

Working relatively behind the scenes while that reality's [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]] and his crew searched for the [[Cyber Planet Key|Cyber Planet Keys]], Optimus Prime and his brother found themselves moderating an internal dispute among the Mini-Con colonies in Cybertron's debris field, {{Storylink|Revelations Part 4}} and were engaged with a Cybertronian-sized version of [[Unicron]] himself when Primus first transformed due to an infusion of Cyber Key Power. {{storylink|Revelations Part 5}} Some months later, after the final battle with the Cyber Key empowered [[Megatron (Armada)|Galvatron]], Optimus Prime first met his local counterpart, and they exchanged information on their endeavors over the last few months. With the newly reformed Unicron on the loose after their last encounter, Optimus chose to join Ultra Magnus and Sentinel Maximus in hunting him down. The final fate of their mission, and whether the brothers ever returned to their home reality, remains to be seen. {{storylink|Revelations Part 6}}
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==Toys==
===Robots in Disguise===
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*'''Optimus Prime''' (Super, 2000, 2001)
**''Japanese ID number'': '''C-001'''
**''Accessories'': Pistol, 4 missiles

: ''Robots in Disguise'' Optimus Prime transforms into a Japanese Hino Brandlier fire truck. Harkening back to Generation 1 toys, he features chromed wheels with rubber tires. The forward section of his truck detaches to become his standard robot mode. His '[[trailer]]' can be reconfigured into a sort of battle station. The station can then be disassembled and attached around the robot to form his Battle Mode. His standard robot can combine with [[Ultra Magnus (RID)|Ultra Magnus]] to form [[Omega Prime]].

: The original [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] ''Car Robots'' release differs from the [[Hasbro]] version in that it has a darker, metallic-flake plastic, red chrome eyes for both modes and has no Autobot symbols tampo-printed on the shoulder pads. Obviously, the voice clips used for the Japanese toy are also different, although the English clips are essentially translations of the Japanese ones (with the Hasbro toy incorrectly proclaiming that Optimus Prime's transformation into super mode uses the code-phrase "[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|maximize]]"). Additionally, the Hasbro version has the unfortunate tendency for its rubber tires to split down its molding connection. Furthermore, Fire Convoy's missiles are of a different mold on the Japanese toy. The toy’s ladder features a trigger that flips all four of his missile launchers forward into firing position when pressed. On Fire Convoy, pressing this trigger causes all four missiles to immediately launch (if by "launch" you mean "be-flung-up-into-the-air-and-fall-to-the-ground-instantly") when they flip forward, whereas the Hasbro toy removes the auto-fire feature, allowing them to be launched one-at-a-time via individual triggers. Unchanged from the Takara release, the tires feature the name "FIRE CONVOY" instead of "OPTIMUS PRIME".

: By some bizarre twist of fate, the standard robot mode has four [[Mini-Con]] ports on his arms ''before'' they were used in ''[[Armada (toyline)|Armada]]''.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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*'''Black Super Fire Convoy ''' (Super, 2000/2001)
**''Accessories'': Pistol, 4 missiles

: Also known as "Super Fire Convoy Black Version" and "Dark Super Fire Convoy", this [[black repaint]] of the Optimus Prime figure featured a golden chrome chest, and clear sirens. It was available only as a prize in several contests held by Takara: 15 units were available as prizes in a raffle held in [[TV Magazine]] in July; 400 were raffled off in a drawing that involved sending in coupons that came with the ''Car Robots'' DVDs (200 from October to December 2000, and 200 more from March to May 2001); and an undetermined amount were offered in a scratch-card contest also held by TV Magazine.

:This figure was also sold in a giftest with a black version of Ultra Magnus as "Black God Fire Convoy", noted below.
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*'''Clear Super Fire Convoy''' (Super, 2000)
**''Accessories'': Pistol, 4 missiles

: Clear Super Fire Convoy is, as his name suggests, constructed primarily of translucent plastic, and like the Black Version of the figure, was only available as a contest prize. An unknown number of units were raffled off as part of the "Convoy Car Robots Campaign" between June and July 2000, while 15 were available at drawings held at Tokyo's Seibu Department Store between the 15th and 28th of August.

:This figure was also sold in a giftest with a translucent version of Ultra Magnus as "Clear God Fire Convoy", noted below.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2000/Cybertron/ClearSuperFireConvoy/superfireconvoy.htm More information on Clear Super Fire Convoy at TFU.info]''
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*'''Black God Fire Convoy''' (Giftset, 2000)
:This two-figure giftset includes the Black Super Figure Convoy figure, plus a black version of the Ultra Magnus figure (itself exceptionally rare), who together combine to form Black God Fire Convoy. It was ''ludicrously'' limited in its availability, with the only ten units known to exist being offered as prizes in a scratch-card contest that TV Magazine run until early November 2000.
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*'''Clear God Fire Convoy''' (Giftset, 2000)
**''Accessories'': Matrix Blade
:This two-figure giftset includes the Clear Super Figure Convoy figure, plus a clear version of the Ultra Magnus figure not available anywhere else, who together combine to form Clear God Fire Convoy. The set also included the Matrix Blade sword, which had previously been available only through various contests and raffles.

:The giftset was exclusive to Japanese [[Toys"R"Us]] stores. Released in November 2000, it was limited to 3000 pieces; reportedly, only 100 TRUs carried the set, and limited customers to one purchase on the day of release.
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[[Image:Spychanger RIDPrime toy.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Tiny BURNING JUSTICE]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Basic, 2002)

: This is a smaller, simplified version of ''Robots in Disguise'' Optimus Prime made for the Spy Changer/Basic class in the ''Robots In Disguise'' toyline. It has no standard robot mode and parts do not detach. Oddly, all promotional images of this figure depicted it colored in ''orange''.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Autobot/OptimusPrimeGobot/optimusprime.htm More information on Spychanger Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''

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===Universe===
[[Image:Universe2003toy-OptimusPrimeSuper.jpg|right|250px|thumb|LEMON-FLAVORED BURNING JUSTICE]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Supreme, 2003)
**''Accessories'': Pistol, 4 missiles

: A Sam's Club [[exclusive]], the ''[[Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' release of ''Robots in Disguise'' Optimus Prime basically swapped out all of his red plastic for a yellow-orange color. He came packed in robot mode in an upright display package, which featured a sticker on the front with a hilariously mistransformed Omega Prime, advertising the toy's combining ability with the simultaneously-released, slightly-redecoed Sam's Club exclusive ''Universe'' release of ''Robots In Disguise'' Ultra Magnus.

: For some reason, the Autobot symbol on his chest in Battle Mode is left unpainted.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/TFUOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Universe'' Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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[[Image:TFU03-toy OptimusWMSpychanger.jpg|right|250px|thumb|Tiny LEMON-FLAVORED BURNING JUSTICE with donut chaser]]
*'''Optimus Prime and Prowl''' (Basic, 2003)

: One of a half-dozen Wal-Mart exclusive ''Universe'' toys to hit in the span of a few short months in 2003, this version of Prime is a yellow [[redeco]] of the ''Robots in Disguise'' [[Spy Changer]] Prime (with an oddly-unpainted face), based on the Sam's Club version of the larger toy. He was only available in a Basic-pricepoint two-pack with [[Prowl (Spychanger)|Prowl]].

:This toy was later [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as an [[Optimus Prime (Universe Spychanger)|alternate universe version of Optimus Prime]] by the [[Voice Actor Drama|OTFCC 2004 Live-Action Script Reading]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/TFUOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Universe'' Spychanger Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===Cybertron===
* '''Ultra Magnus & Optimus Prime''' (Multi-pack, 2005)
**''Accessories'': Pistol, 4 missiles
{{note|''Cybertron'' comic Optimus Prime was [[repurposing|repurposed]] from [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#PrimeMagnus2pack|Ultra Magnus & Optimus Prime]].}}
:This Costco exclusive is a redecoed Super ''[[Robots in Disguise (toyline)|Robots in Disguise]]'' Optimus Prime toy. He was sold with [[Ultra Magnus (Cybertron)|Ultra Magnus]], a repackaged Super ''[[Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Ultra Magnus (RID)|Ultra Magnus]]. He transforms into a Japanese Hino Brandlier fire truck. Harkening back to Generation 1 toys, he features chromed wheels with rubber tires. The forward section of his truck detaches to become his standard robot mode. His 'trailer' can be reconfigured into a sort of battle station. The station can then be disassembled and attached around the robot to form his '''Battle Mode'''.

: The bio that accompanied this set indicates that these toys are new versions of the [[Unicron Trilogy]] characters.

:In Australia, this set was released as a Myer exclusive.
===Titanium Series===
[[Image:Titanium RIDPrime.jpg|right|200px|thumb|METAL BURNING JUSTICE]]
* '''Optimus Prime''' (6" Cybertron Heroes, 2006)
**''Accessories'': Display stand, nameplate

: ''[[Titanium Series]]'' Optimus is a six-inch tall [[die-cast]] metal and plastic version of ''Robots in Disguise'' Optimus Prime. In vehicle mode the ladder rotates at its base and the nozzles flip out of the end of the ladder, but the ladder cannot extend. As he is much simplified compared to the larger toy, the (largely hollow) front of the vehicle cannot separate and form the standard robot mode, nor can the rear of the vehicle form the battlestation. Instead, the entire fire truck transforms into a simplified version of the super robot Battle Mode.

: This mold was also used to make ''Titanium Series'' [[Hot Spot (G1)|Hot Zone]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/TitRIDOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Titanium'' Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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==Merchandise==
===Transformers DX===

[[Image:Rid_prime_kabayakit1.jpg|right|225px|thumb|Puny BURNING JUSTICE]]

*'''Fire Convoy''' (2000)
**''Accessories:'' Pistol
:As part of [[Kabaya]]'s ''[[Transformers DX]]'' line of [[candy toy]]s, Optimus Prime was one of three pre-assembled transforming figurines packaged with lemon candy. Capable of transforming into only the cab portion of his vehicle mode, Prime's robot mode could also be upgraded into his Super Mode by attaching several additional armor pieces (two boots, two gauntlets, two arm-cannons, two shoulder guards, a head, a chest piece and a ladder), some of which came packaged with Prime himself, and the rest of which were split between the other two figures in the line, [[Rapid Run (RID)|Rapid Run]] and [[Prowl (RID)|Prowl]].
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===Transformers Gum===
[[Image:Rid_prime_kabayakit2.jpg|right|225px|thumb|[[Scale|Out of scale]] BURNING JUSTICE]]

*'''Fire Convoy''' (2000)
**''Japanese ID number:'' 1
**''Accessories:'' Pistol
:Part of Kabaya's ''[[Transformers Gum]]'' range of candy toys this version of Prime is a diminutive non-transforming snap-together model kit packaged with a stick of gum. Split across two plastic sprues, the kit is made of metallic silver and translucent red pieces with some painted details, which must be cut off their sprues and assembled by the buyer.

*'''Super Fire Convoy''' (2000)
**''Japanese ID number:'' 2
:Prime's Super Mode also got representation in ''Transformers Gum''. Just as with his standard ''Gum'' figure, this one is likewise non-transforming, silver and translucent red, and packaged with gum.
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===Trans Kit===
[[Image:Rid_prime_kabayakit3.jpg|right|225px|thumb|White Chocolate, Blueberry, and Cherry (not pictured) BURNING JUSTICE]]

*'''Super Fire Convoy''' (2000)
**''Japanese ID number:'' 1
:Another model kit of Prime was released by Kabaya as part of their ''[[Trans Kit]]'' range of candy toys. This non-transforming figure was cast entirely in one color of plastic, but was available in either grey, blue or red. It came packaged in a two-piece box with candy-coated chocolates.

*'''Fire Convoy''' (2000)
**''Japanese ID number:'' 2
**''Accessories:'' Pistol
:Like his larger self, this version of Prime was also available in grey, blue and red plastic.
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===KT Figure Collection===

* '''Ai-chan''' (2004)

[[Image:AI PVC.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Perverted BURNING JUSTICE]]
: This figurine was produced by [[KT Figure Collection]], and included in a set of four others. It is notable in that not only is this the only non-[[Generation 1 (franchise)|Generation 1]] PVC in the entire set, but Ai-chan is portrayed bathing in a hot spring, and is thus completely nude, aside from her hat. A [[super deformed]] [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Super Fire Convoy]] is seen peeking over the side, and a miniature [[Sky-Byte (RID)|Gelshark]] bath toy is in Ai-chan's hands.

: Yes, it's creepy. And you may find her face is familiar, BECAUSE the figure is designed by [[Yūki Ōshima]], who did the [[Kiss Players (franchise)|creepiest thing]] in the [[Transformers brand|''Transformers'' brand]] ever.
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===Robot Heroes===
* '''Optimus Prime''' / '''Megatron'''

[[Image:Robotheroesprimemegatron.jpg|right|300px|thumb|ADORABLE BURNING JUSTICE with [[Megatron (RID)|lazy madman]]]]
:Robot Heroes Optimus Prime is based on his "Battle mode" look, and is available with Megatron.

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==Notes==
* According to the first ''Car Robots'' toy catalog, Optimus and his Autobots are part of a "Dimensional Patrol" that followed the Predacons from another dimension. This seems to have been only vaguely alluded to in the Japanese version of the show—Fire Convoy proclaimed in the first episode that he would follow Gigatron wherever he went, "even if it's to the edge of the universe"—but does not seem to have played a large part of the main story, to the extent that the ''Robots in Disguise'' dub was able to omit it entirely. However, the [[3H]] supplemental materials for the ''Universe'' series re-established the idea, presenting the "Dimensional Patrol" as a post-cartoon organization.

* The first ''Car Robots'' catalog also stated that Fire Convoy and Gigatron were once "[[:Image:MangaYoungDeathyStarSaber.jpg|childhood friends]]" that became eternal rivals. We don't really have any idea how that was supposed to work.

* Fans in Japan joke that Optimus Prime is an Autobot [[Emperor of Destruction]] rather than an Autobot [[Supreme Commander]], due to his actions in the ''Car Robot'' anime.

* For this incarnation of Optimus, voice actor [[Neil Kaplan]] specifically impersonated the voice of the original [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]], [[Peter Cullen]]. ''Robots in Disguise'' Optimus Prime is one of the few Optimuses (two [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|as of 2008]]) whose English voice actor isn't Cullen or [[Garry Chalk]]. At conventions, Kaplan refers to himself as "the [[wikipedia:George_Lazenby|George Lazenby]] of Optimus Primes".<ref>This would presumably make [[David Kaye]] the [[wikipedia:Daniel_Craig|Daniel Craig]] of Optimus Primes.</ref>

* ''Cybertron'' "Multi-Pack" Optimus Prime's on-package [[bio]] seems to indicate he's ''Unicron Trilogy'' Optimus Prime. However, his (and Magnus') deco was later used in the [[Fun Publications]] ''Cybertron'' fan club magazine comic as ''Robots in Disguise'' Optimus Prime having traveled to the ''Unicron Trilogy'' universe.

* Optimus Prime's [[Super Mode]] chest resembles the chest of EnRyu from ''[[Brave|King of Braves GaoGaiGar]]'', another Takara series. EnRyu also transforms into a fire truck with a similarly positioned "ladder cannon".

*This is the first incarnation of Optimus not to be [[The many deaths of Optimus Prime|killed off]] at any point during his series. Possibly due to the fact that he is not intended to be [[Optimus Prime (disambiguation)|Optimus Prime]] in the original ''Car Robot'' series.

*Optimus was left out of the [[BotCon 2010]] [[Transformers Hall of Fame]] video tribute to Optimus Prime(s).

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Fire Convoy''' (ファイヤーコンボイ ''Faiyā Konboi'')

==Footnotes==
<references />

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Bruticus Maximus (Energon)

2011-11-22T17:00:24Z

134.117.251.43: /* Notes */

{{factions|decepticon}}
{{picsneeded|Fictional appearances}}
{{disambig3|Bruticus}}
:''Bruticus Maximus is a [[Decepticon]] from the [[Energon (franchise)|Energon]] portion of the [[Unicron Trilogy]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:SLBruticusCardArt.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Bigger, Badder, Battling Dudicus Maximus?]]

'''Bruticus Maximus''' is one of four ancient [[Combiner]] robots chosen to guard the [[Super Energon]] pools deep within [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. He and his peers were awakened from countless years of stasis by [[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]] when [[Superion Maximus|Superion Maximus's]] [[Anonymous Maximus|brother]] was destroyed by the Decepticon leader.

He and his friend [[Constructicon Maximus]] are quite willing to abandon their duty to follow a strong leader whom they believe represent Cybertron's future, a Decepticon-dominated future.

He is the combined form of the [[Destruction Team]]:

*[[Barricade (Energon)|Barricade]]
*[[Blackout (combiner)|Blackout]]
*[[Blight (Energon)|Blight]]
*[[Kickback (Energon)|Kickback]]
*[[Stormcloud (Energon)|Stormcloud]]

==Fiction==
===''Energon'' cartoon===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Trevor Devall]] (English), [[Makoto Yasumura]] (Japanese), [[Fredrik Beckmann]] (Swedish)

When Megatron destroyed [[Superion Maximus]]'s brother, he unlocked the living seal on the [[Super Energon]] pool and awakened the remaining Combiners. While Superion Maximus was aghast at his brother's destruction, the Decepticon combiners were merely curious about who had managed to reactivate them. Megatron declared that the Super Energon was his and that he was master of all Decepticons. {{storylink|Ambition}}

Bruticus Maximus voiced what an honor it was to now serve under a strong leader like Megatron. He quickly reinterpreted their mission to protect the Super Energon into protecting <s>Megatron</s> Galvatron, and even declared Superion Maximus a traitor to the cause for not bowing before their new master. Superion confronted the two Decepticons, reminding them that they'd protected the Super Energon together for millions of years, and asking them why they had let one Transformer have control of it all. Bruticus Maximus and Constructicon Maximus merely replied that Galvatron was their master now, and that he represented the future of Cybertron. {{storylink|Wishes}} Later, the combiners flew to the ''[[Miranda II]]'' to battle Superion Maximus and his new Autobot comrades, and Bruticus was pulled into a duel with [[Omega Supreme (Energon)|Omega Supreme]]. {{storylink|Galvatron!}}

When [[Six Shot]] pinpointed an Autobot signal on the planet's surface, Galvatron sent Constructicon Maximus and Bruticus Maximus out to investigate. Demonstrating the ability to teleport, they arrived at the crashsite of the ''Miranda II'' and drew out the Autobots who were in hiding. The Combiners toyed with the drastically weaker enemy until [[Kicker Jones|Kicker]], [[Arcee (Energon)|Arcee]] and the [[Omnicon]]s arrived to tip the scales. As the Autobots took the opportunity to escape, Bruticus Maximus followed Kicker in his helicopter modes, hunting down the Omnicons as they attempted to shut off the energon cloud blocking the Autobots from returning to Cybertron. The Decepticons ultimately failed, and Bruticus Maximus was driven off with the others when [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]], Omega Supreme and the Autobots broke through a hole in the gas. {{storylink|Break Through}}

Bruticus and Constructicon were given a ''virtual'' chance to even the score against Superion in an Autobot training simulation. They triumphed over Superion Maximus two-against-one, but were pounded into the mat by their next opponent, Optimus Supreme. {{storylink|Distribution}}

Back in reality, the Combiners followed Optimus Prime and his Autobots on their way to rendez-vous with [[Wing Saber (Energon)|Wing Saber]]'s underground resistance. {{storylink|The Omega Train}} As the battle continued out onto the surface, Bruticus Maximus was present to serve his leader, Galvatron. {{storylink|Decepticon Army}} The fight with the Autobots carried over the planet, until Bruticus Maximus and the other Decepticons successfully cornered Optimus Prime and the other leaders of the Autobots in a box canyon. Things looked grim, until [[Primus]] awoke and remotely super-charged Prime's Combination Spark, making him strong enough to combine again with Omega to form Optimus Supreme. Bruticus Maximus was then taken out by Optimus Supreme's daring new pirouette maneuver...or something. {{storylink|Ironhide Team}}

Bruticus Maximus was later attacked by [[Rodimus (Energon)|Powerlinx Rodimus]] just before Galvatron fully emersed himself in the Super Energon pool. {{storylink|Galvatron Terror}} He continued the fight with the Autobots on Cybertron as Galvatron began to grow to the size of Unicron. {{storylink|Destructive Power}}

[[Image:Superionmaximus kills bruticus.jpg|left|180px|thumb|Ever walk a mile in another man's limbs?]]

Bruticus Maximus eventually paid for his treachery when a vengeful Superion Maximus attacked both Decepticon combiners. Surprised by the Autobot combiner's ferocity, both Decepticons were caught off-guard at first, until they over-confidently held him down, which proved to be their downfall. Superion launched all of his limbs at Constructicon Maximus, pinning him against a wall, as Superion's central component [[Storm Jet (Energon)|Storm Jet]] crushed the Decepticon combiner's spark, killing him.

Angered, Bruticus Maximus destroyed Superion's limbs, then began crushing him. Just as it seemed hopeless, a ghost-like entity appeared and shot off Bruticus' arm, freeing Superion. It was an image of Superion's older brother. Superion Maximus powerlinked with the dead Constructicon Maximus' limbs and attacked the confused Bruticus, piercing his spark, and causing a massive explosion which destroyed the remaining Decepticon. {{storylink|Spark (episode)|Spark}}
{{--}}

==Toys==
===Super Link===
*'''Bruticus''' (2004)
**''Japanese ID Number'': '''SD-21'''

:In Japan, the entire team was only available in a single gift-set, with slight color variations to each individual. They kept the names of the original Generation 1 Combaticons as opposed to the new names the ''Energon'' figures had. One of the most notable color variations is that [[Blight (Energon)|Blight]] is less of a neon yellow and more of a dark spring-green color.

===Energon===
[[Image:Energon Bruticus Maximus Toy.jpg|right|300px|thumb|[[Neon]] Cowboy]]
*'''Barricade''', '''Kickback''', '''Stormcloud''', '''Blackout''', and '''Blight''' (2004, 2005)

:Bruticus Maximus is composed of his five team members, with Barricade forming his central body component. His limbs' [[Energon weapon]]s form his hands and feet. Similarly to [[The Transformers (toyline)|Generation 1]]'s [[Scramble City (toyline)|Scramble City]]-style combiner teams, Bruticus Maximus (as well as Superion Maximus and Constructicon Maximus) feature universal connection points for the limbs, allowing many different combinations and even swapping of limbs from different teams.

:Only Barricade, Kickback and Stormcloud were initially released in 2004 for the North American, Asian and Australasian markets, with Blackout and Blight released later in 2005 and even 2006. This unfortunately led to many consumers having an incomplete Bruticus Maximus for many months.

:The molds were later used for the ''[[Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' (2008) [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus Maximus]] and ''[[Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|ROTF]]'' [[Bruticus Maximus (ROTF)|Bruticus Maximus]].
{{--}}

==Notes==
* Like the other two ''Energon'' "Maximus" combiners, the five component robots of Bruticus Maximus are made from only three [[mold]]s: a central Deluxe torso, and two Basic limbs with two color schemes each. According to [[Hasbro]] representatives at [[BotCon 2005]], this was done because the budget for the tail-end of ''Energon'' allowed for only nine-to-ten new molds, so they had the choice of two groups of five, or three groups of three. They went with the latter.
* In one of the most bizarre efforts by fans, it has been discovered that using two complete sets of this [[Gestalt]] allows you to create a 10-part [[Combiner]] known as [http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v425/Destrond69/DSC00382.jpg Double Bruticus]. ([http://www.transformersbay.com/forum/general-discussion/12861-double-bruticus-step-step-intructions-pic-heavy.html See here for instructions.])

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Bruticus''' (ブルーティカス ''Burūtikasu'')
*''Hungarian:'' '''Brutikusz'''

==External links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/BruticusMaximus/bruticusmaximus.htm Bruticus Maximus at TFU.info]

[[Category:Combined forms]]
[[Category:Energon Decepticons]]

Bruticus Maximus (Energon)

2011-11-22T16:59:46Z

134.117.251.43: /* Notes */

{{factions|decepticon}}
{{picsneeded|Fictional appearances}}
{{disambig3|Bruticus}}
:''Bruticus Maximus is a [[Decepticon]] from the [[Energon (franchise)|Energon]] portion of the [[Unicron Trilogy]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:SLBruticusCardArt.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Bigger, Badder, Battling Dudicus Maximus?]]

'''Bruticus Maximus''' is one of four ancient [[Combiner]] robots chosen to guard the [[Super Energon]] pools deep within [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. He and his peers were awakened from countless years of stasis by [[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]] when [[Superion Maximus|Superion Maximus's]] [[Anonymous Maximus|brother]] was destroyed by the Decepticon leader.

He and his friend [[Constructicon Maximus]] are quite willing to abandon their duty to follow a strong leader whom they believe represent Cybertron's future, a Decepticon-dominated future.

He is the combined form of the [[Destruction Team]]:

*[[Barricade (Energon)|Barricade]]
*[[Blackout (combiner)|Blackout]]
*[[Blight (Energon)|Blight]]
*[[Kickback (Energon)|Kickback]]
*[[Stormcloud (Energon)|Stormcloud]]

==Fiction==
===''Energon'' cartoon===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Trevor Devall]] (English), [[Makoto Yasumura]] (Japanese), [[Fredrik Beckmann]] (Swedish)

When Megatron destroyed [[Superion Maximus]]'s brother, he unlocked the living seal on the [[Super Energon]] pool and awakened the remaining Combiners. While Superion Maximus was aghast at his brother's destruction, the Decepticon combiners were merely curious about who had managed to reactivate them. Megatron declared that the Super Energon was his and that he was master of all Decepticons. {{storylink|Ambition}}

Bruticus Maximus voiced what an honor it was to now serve under a strong leader like Megatron. He quickly reinterpreted their mission to protect the Super Energon into protecting <s>Megatron</s> Galvatron, and even declared Superion Maximus a traitor to the cause for not bowing before their new master. Superion confronted the two Decepticons, reminding them that they'd protected the Super Energon together for millions of years, and asking them why they had let one Transformer have control of it all. Bruticus Maximus and Constructicon Maximus merely replied that Galvatron was their master now, and that he represented the future of Cybertron. {{storylink|Wishes}} Later, the combiners flew to the ''[[Miranda II]]'' to battle Superion Maximus and his new Autobot comrades, and Bruticus was pulled into a duel with [[Omega Supreme (Energon)|Omega Supreme]]. {{storylink|Galvatron!}}

When [[Six Shot]] pinpointed an Autobot signal on the planet's surface, Galvatron sent Constructicon Maximus and Bruticus Maximus out to investigate. Demonstrating the ability to teleport, they arrived at the crashsite of the ''Miranda II'' and drew out the Autobots who were in hiding. The Combiners toyed with the drastically weaker enemy until [[Kicker Jones|Kicker]], [[Arcee (Energon)|Arcee]] and the [[Omnicon]]s arrived to tip the scales. As the Autobots took the opportunity to escape, Bruticus Maximus followed Kicker in his helicopter modes, hunting down the Omnicons as they attempted to shut off the energon cloud blocking the Autobots from returning to Cybertron. The Decepticons ultimately failed, and Bruticus Maximus was driven off with the others when [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]], Omega Supreme and the Autobots broke through a hole in the gas. {{storylink|Break Through}}

Bruticus and Constructicon were given a ''virtual'' chance to even the score against Superion in an Autobot training simulation. They triumphed over Superion Maximus two-against-one, but were pounded into the mat by their next opponent, Optimus Supreme. {{storylink|Distribution}}

Back in reality, the Combiners followed Optimus Prime and his Autobots on their way to rendez-vous with [[Wing Saber (Energon)|Wing Saber]]'s underground resistance. {{storylink|The Omega Train}} As the battle continued out onto the surface, Bruticus Maximus was present to serve his leader, Galvatron. {{storylink|Decepticon Army}} The fight with the Autobots carried over the planet, until Bruticus Maximus and the other Decepticons successfully cornered Optimus Prime and the other leaders of the Autobots in a box canyon. Things looked grim, until [[Primus]] awoke and remotely super-charged Prime's Combination Spark, making him strong enough to combine again with Omega to form Optimus Supreme. Bruticus Maximus was then taken out by Optimus Supreme's daring new pirouette maneuver...or something. {{storylink|Ironhide Team}}

Bruticus Maximus was later attacked by [[Rodimus (Energon)|Powerlinx Rodimus]] just before Galvatron fully emersed himself in the Super Energon pool. {{storylink|Galvatron Terror}} He continued the fight with the Autobots on Cybertron as Galvatron began to grow to the size of Unicron. {{storylink|Destructive Power}}

[[Image:Superionmaximus kills bruticus.jpg|left|180px|thumb|Ever walk a mile in another man's limbs?]]

Bruticus Maximus eventually paid for his treachery when a vengeful Superion Maximus attacked both Decepticon combiners. Surprised by the Autobot combiner's ferocity, both Decepticons were caught off-guard at first, until they over-confidently held him down, which proved to be their downfall. Superion launched all of his limbs at Constructicon Maximus, pinning him against a wall, as Superion's central component [[Storm Jet (Energon)|Storm Jet]] crushed the Decepticon combiner's spark, killing him.

Angered, Bruticus Maximus destroyed Superion's limbs, then began crushing him. Just as it seemed hopeless, a ghost-like entity appeared and shot off Bruticus' arm, freeing Superion. It was an image of Superion's older brother. Superion Maximus powerlinked with the dead Constructicon Maximus' limbs and attacked the confused Bruticus, piercing his spark, and causing a massive explosion which destroyed the remaining Decepticon. {{storylink|Spark (episode)|Spark}}
{{--}}

==Toys==
===Super Link===
*'''Bruticus''' (2004)
**''Japanese ID Number'': '''SD-21'''

:In Japan, the entire team was only available in a single gift-set, with slight color variations to each individual. They kept the names of the original Generation 1 Combaticons as opposed to the new names the ''Energon'' figures had. One of the most notable color variations is that [[Blight (Energon)|Blight]] is less of a neon yellow and more of a dark spring-green color.

===Energon===
[[Image:Energon Bruticus Maximus Toy.jpg|right|300px|thumb|[[Neon]] Cowboy]]
*'''Barricade''', '''Kickback''', '''Stormcloud''', '''Blackout''', and '''Blight''' (2004, 2005)

:Bruticus Maximus is composed of his five team members, with Barricade forming his central body component. His limbs' [[Energon weapon]]s form his hands and feet. Similarly to [[The Transformers (toyline)|Generation 1]]'s [[Scramble City (toyline)|Scramble City]]-style combiner teams, Bruticus Maximus (as well as Superion Maximus and Constructicon Maximus) feature universal connection points for the limbs, allowing many different combinations and even swapping of limbs from different teams.

:Only Barricade, Kickback and Stormcloud were initially released in 2004 for the North American, Asian and Australasian markets, with Blackout and Blight released later in 2005 and even 2006. This unfortunately led to many consumers having an incomplete Bruticus Maximus for many months.

:The molds were later used for the ''[[Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' (2008) [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus Maximus]] and ''[[Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|ROTF]]'' [[Bruticus Maximus (ROTF)|Bruticus Maximus]].
{{--}}

==Notes==
* Like the other two ''Energon'' "Maximus" combiners, the five component robots of Bruticus Maximus are made from only three [[mold]]s: a central Deluxe torso, and two Basic limbs with two color schemes each. According to [[Hasbro]] representatives at [[BotCon 2005]], this was done because the budget for the tail-end of ''Energon'' allowed for only nine-to-ten new molds, so they had the choice of two groups of five, or three groups of three. They went with the latter.
* In one of the most bizarre efforts by fans, it has been discovered that using two complete sets of this [[Gestalt]] allows you to create a 10-part [[Combiner]] known as [[http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v425/Destrond69/DSC00382.jpg |Double Bruticus]]. ([[http://www.transformersbay.com/forum/general-discussion/12861-double-bruticus-step-step-intructions-pic-heavy.html |See here for instructions.]])

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Bruticus''' (ブルーティカス ''Burūtikasu'')
*''Hungarian:'' '''Brutikusz'''

==External links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/BruticusMaximus/bruticusmaximus.htm Bruticus Maximus at TFU.info]

[[Category:Combined forms]]
[[Category:Energon Decepticons]]

Bruticus Maximus (Energon)

2011-11-22T16:56:16Z

134.117.251.43: /* Notes */

{{factions|decepticon}}
{{picsneeded|Fictional appearances}}
{{disambig3|Bruticus}}
:''Bruticus Maximus is a [[Decepticon]] from the [[Energon (franchise)|Energon]] portion of the [[Unicron Trilogy]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:SLBruticusCardArt.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Bigger, Badder, Battling Dudicus Maximus?]]

'''Bruticus Maximus''' is one of four ancient [[Combiner]] robots chosen to guard the [[Super Energon]] pools deep within [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. He and his peers were awakened from countless years of stasis by [[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]] when [[Superion Maximus|Superion Maximus's]] [[Anonymous Maximus|brother]] was destroyed by the Decepticon leader.

He and his friend [[Constructicon Maximus]] are quite willing to abandon their duty to follow a strong leader whom they believe represent Cybertron's future, a Decepticon-dominated future.

He is the combined form of the [[Destruction Team]]:

*[[Barricade (Energon)|Barricade]]
*[[Blackout (combiner)|Blackout]]
*[[Blight (Energon)|Blight]]
*[[Kickback (Energon)|Kickback]]
*[[Stormcloud (Energon)|Stormcloud]]

==Fiction==
===''Energon'' cartoon===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Trevor Devall]] (English), [[Makoto Yasumura]] (Japanese), [[Fredrik Beckmann]] (Swedish)

When Megatron destroyed [[Superion Maximus]]'s brother, he unlocked the living seal on the [[Super Energon]] pool and awakened the remaining Combiners. While Superion Maximus was aghast at his brother's destruction, the Decepticon combiners were merely curious about who had managed to reactivate them. Megatron declared that the Super Energon was his and that he was master of all Decepticons. {{storylink|Ambition}}

Bruticus Maximus voiced what an honor it was to now serve under a strong leader like Megatron. He quickly reinterpreted their mission to protect the Super Energon into protecting <s>Megatron</s> Galvatron, and even declared Superion Maximus a traitor to the cause for not bowing before their new master. Superion confronted the two Decepticons, reminding them that they'd protected the Super Energon together for millions of years, and asking them why they had let one Transformer have control of it all. Bruticus Maximus and Constructicon Maximus merely replied that Galvatron was their master now, and that he represented the future of Cybertron. {{storylink|Wishes}} Later, the combiners flew to the ''[[Miranda II]]'' to battle Superion Maximus and his new Autobot comrades, and Bruticus was pulled into a duel with [[Omega Supreme (Energon)|Omega Supreme]]. {{storylink|Galvatron!}}

When [[Six Shot]] pinpointed an Autobot signal on the planet's surface, Galvatron sent Constructicon Maximus and Bruticus Maximus out to investigate. Demonstrating the ability to teleport, they arrived at the crashsite of the ''Miranda II'' and drew out the Autobots who were in hiding. The Combiners toyed with the drastically weaker enemy until [[Kicker Jones|Kicker]], [[Arcee (Energon)|Arcee]] and the [[Omnicon]]s arrived to tip the scales. As the Autobots took the opportunity to escape, Bruticus Maximus followed Kicker in his helicopter modes, hunting down the Omnicons as they attempted to shut off the energon cloud blocking the Autobots from returning to Cybertron. The Decepticons ultimately failed, and Bruticus Maximus was driven off with the others when [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]], Omega Supreme and the Autobots broke through a hole in the gas. {{storylink|Break Through}}

Bruticus and Constructicon were given a ''virtual'' chance to even the score against Superion in an Autobot training simulation. They triumphed over Superion Maximus two-against-one, but were pounded into the mat by their next opponent, Optimus Supreme. {{storylink|Distribution}}

Back in reality, the Combiners followed Optimus Prime and his Autobots on their way to rendez-vous with [[Wing Saber (Energon)|Wing Saber]]'s underground resistance. {{storylink|The Omega Train}} As the battle continued out onto the surface, Bruticus Maximus was present to serve his leader, Galvatron. {{storylink|Decepticon Army}} The fight with the Autobots carried over the planet, until Bruticus Maximus and the other Decepticons successfully cornered Optimus Prime and the other leaders of the Autobots in a box canyon. Things looked grim, until [[Primus]] awoke and remotely super-charged Prime's Combination Spark, making him strong enough to combine again with Omega to form Optimus Supreme. Bruticus Maximus was then taken out by Optimus Supreme's daring new pirouette maneuver...or something. {{storylink|Ironhide Team}}

Bruticus Maximus was later attacked by [[Rodimus (Energon)|Powerlinx Rodimus]] just before Galvatron fully emersed himself in the Super Energon pool. {{storylink|Galvatron Terror}} He continued the fight with the Autobots on Cybertron as Galvatron began to grow to the size of Unicron. {{storylink|Destructive Power}}

[[Image:Superionmaximus kills bruticus.jpg|left|180px|thumb|Ever walk a mile in another man's limbs?]]

Bruticus Maximus eventually paid for his treachery when a vengeful Superion Maximus attacked both Decepticon combiners. Surprised by the Autobot combiner's ferocity, both Decepticons were caught off-guard at first, until they over-confidently held him down, which proved to be their downfall. Superion launched all of his limbs at Constructicon Maximus, pinning him against a wall, as Superion's central component [[Storm Jet (Energon)|Storm Jet]] crushed the Decepticon combiner's spark, killing him.

Angered, Bruticus Maximus destroyed Superion's limbs, then began crushing him. Just as it seemed hopeless, a ghost-like entity appeared and shot off Bruticus' arm, freeing Superion. It was an image of Superion's older brother. Superion Maximus powerlinked with the dead Constructicon Maximus' limbs and attacked the confused Bruticus, piercing his spark, and causing a massive explosion which destroyed the remaining Decepticon. {{storylink|Spark (episode)|Spark}}
{{--}}

==Toys==
===Super Link===
*'''Bruticus''' (2004)
**''Japanese ID Number'': '''SD-21'''

:In Japan, the entire team was only available in a single gift-set, with slight color variations to each individual. They kept the names of the original Generation 1 Combaticons as opposed to the new names the ''Energon'' figures had. One of the most notable color variations is that [[Blight (Energon)|Blight]] is less of a neon yellow and more of a dark spring-green color.

===Energon===
[[Image:Energon Bruticus Maximus Toy.jpg|right|300px|thumb|[[Neon]] Cowboy]]
*'''Barricade''', '''Kickback''', '''Stormcloud''', '''Blackout''', and '''Blight''' (2004, 2005)

:Bruticus Maximus is composed of his five team members, with Barricade forming his central body component. His limbs' [[Energon weapon]]s form his hands and feet. Similarly to [[The Transformers (toyline)|Generation 1]]'s [[Scramble City (toyline)|Scramble City]]-style combiner teams, Bruticus Maximus (as well as Superion Maximus and Constructicon Maximus) feature universal connection points for the limbs, allowing many different combinations and even swapping of limbs from different teams.

:Only Barricade, Kickback and Stormcloud were initially released in 2004 for the North American, Asian and Australasian markets, with Blackout and Blight released later in 2005 and even 2006. This unfortunately led to many consumers having an incomplete Bruticus Maximus for many months.

:The molds were later used for the ''[[Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' (2008) [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus Maximus]] and ''[[Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|ROTF]]'' [[Bruticus Maximus (ROTF)|Bruticus Maximus]].
{{--}}

==Notes==
* Like the other two ''Energon'' "Maximus" combiners, the five component robots of Bruticus Maximus are made from only three [[mold]]s: a central Deluxe torso, and two Basic limbs with two color schemes each. According to [[Hasbro]] representatives at [[BotCon 2005]], this was done because the budget for the tail-end of ''Energon'' allowed for only nine-to-ten new molds, so they had the choice of two groups of five, or three groups of three. They went with the latter.
* In one of the most bizarre efforts by fans, it has been discovered that using two complete sets of this [[Gestalt]] allows you to create a 10-part [[Combiner]] known as [[http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v425/Destrond69/DSC00382.jpg|Double Bruticus]]. ([[http://www.transformersbay.com/forum/general-discussion/12861-double-bruticus-step-step-intructions-pic-heavy.html|See here for instructions.]])

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Bruticus''' (ブルーティカス ''Burūtikasu'')
*''Hungarian:'' '''Brutikusz'''

==External links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/BruticusMaximus/bruticusmaximus.htm Bruticus Maximus at TFU.info]

[[Category:Combined forms]]
[[Category:Energon Decepticons]]

Galvatron Terror

2011-11-22T04:05:35Z

134.117.251.43: /* Notes */

{{episode|
|series=Energon
|ep=48
|prev=Formidable
|next=Destructive Power
|title="Galvatron Terror"
|japanese=恐ろしや! 巨大ガルバトロン
|romaji=Osoroshi ya! Kyodai Galvatron
|translation=Terrifying! Giant Galvatron
|image=E48 titlecard.jpg
|caption=Galvatron TERROR. Fire BAAAD.
|production code=
|production company=[[TV Tokyo]], [[Nihon Ad Systems|NAS]]
|writer=[[Akira Okeya]]
|director=[[Kei'ichirō Kawaguchi]]
|animation studio=[[Actas Inc.|Actas]], [[Studio A-CAT]] (3D)
|airdate=[[December 3|3 December]] [[2004]] (Japanese) [[March 4]], [[2005]] (English)
|continuity=[[Unicron Trilogy]]
}}

'''Six Shot and Galvatron both want the Super Energon... who will succeed?'''

==Synopsis==
[[Megatron (Armada)|Galvatron]] bashes [[Six Shot]] into a wall and holds [[Energon Sword|his sword]] to his throat for his insubordination. Six Shot's promises to be loyal manage to save him. [[Starscream (Armada)|Starscream]] points out that [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]] becomes more powerful when he combines with the other [[Autobot]]s.

In a passageway below ground, [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]] chastises [[Sally Jones|Sally]] for recklessly squeezing her way into a damaged side passage, with much butt-wiggling and almost-upskirt and ''yeesh''.

In the control room, Six Shot tries to relax with a good comic book about [[Nekomimi A and Nekomimi B|catgirls]]... but it's hard to read with [[Tidal Wave (Armada)|Mirage]], [[Demolishor (Armada)|Demolishor]] and [[Cyclonus (Armada)|Snow Cat]] glowering at him from inches away. He suggests that, since not much is going on, their time might be better used getting some [[Super Energon]] for themselves, since Galvatron will inevitably use more of it to help him defeat the powered-up Optimus, and Starscream will get a dose too, moving him even further up the ladder and leaving them behind. The three goons transform and leave; Six Shot sets to work and quickly traps the three in a corridor. He sets off for the Super Energon himself, leaving the control room empty... as a watching Sally notes.

[[Image:Energon-Sally-Bum.jpg|200px|thumb|left|You'd better not be looking up my skirt!]] Starscream blasts his way to where the goons are trapped, having come to see why the corridors were blocked. He's not happy to realize that they've left Six Shot alone in the control room.

[[Kicker Jones|Kicker]], [[Ironhide (Energon)|Ironhide]] and their crew of [[Omnicon]]s arrive at the [[Primus]] chamber. [[Brian Jones (Energon)|Dr. Jones]] greets his son warmly, only to be totally ignored. [[Rad White|Rad]] informs him that Primus is visibly weaker since powering up Optimus. Suddenly, Sally's voice rings out; she informs the others of the empty control room and that Galvatron is heading for the control room. The group splits up, some heading to stop Galvatron, the rest going to the control center.

Starscream arrives in the control room, prompting Sally to hide. Meanwhile, Six Shot descends toward the Super Energon chamber, with Galvatron not far behind. Six Shot ambushes him when he arrives; Galvatron sics Scorponok on the traitor.

Ironhide, Kicker and the Omnicons are climbing down the elevator shaft, when an impact knocks them loose and sends them falling the rest of the way. After seeing the battling [[Terrorcon (Energon)|Terrorcon]]s, Kicker and the Omnicons head after Galvatron, but are delayed by a swarm of Terrorcons. Six Shot's battle with [[Scorponok (Energon)|Scorponok]] likewise delays him, and Galvatron enters the Super Energon chamber.

[[Image:Energon-Cel-Arcee.jpg‎|200px|thumb|right|Say Arcee, something's different about you.]] Remember the Unicron orb? It's still there.

Galvatron laughs as he bathes in the Super Energon, feeling its power.

Remember the painting on the [[Super Energon Temple]] ceiling? It's still there.

Starscream and the goons are fighting the Autobots who have managed to make it to the base and can't get into the control chamber, which Sally has sealed off. Starscream suspects the humans are responsible for their troubles. Sally also opens the space gate, and Rodimus and the others arrive over [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]].

The planet quakes, signaling to a frustrated Six Shot that Galvatron has reached the Super Energon. Galvatron emerges from the pool, empowered. Starscream senses him powering up, and heads to the surface; the goons follow.

[[Image:Sally hugs Rad.jpg|left|200px|thumb|Rad, you lucky...]]
Sally's control panel explodes, but salvation comes—sort of—in the form of stuck-in-the-sliding-doors Dr. Jones. Sally promptly ignores her oblivious father to run into the arms of Rad. The Autobots arrive, and order the humans to evacuate to safety on [[Ocean Planet]].

The planet quakes as a gigantic Galvatron emerges, and Six Shot is the first to feel his new might. Despite his pleadings, Galvatron obliterates him, grinding him under his heel. A wounded Scorponok limps back to his master.

[[Jetfire (Armada)|Jetfire]] and some Omnicons head for Ocean Planet with Sally and [[Miranda Jones|Miranda]]. Rad notes that Sally sure is growing up fast... a sentiment that earns him a sharp warning from Dr. Jones.

Galvatron is huge and powerful, and his troops exult. A broken Six Shot tells Scorponok that he's finally free of Galvatron's tyranny, but Scorponok points out the price he paid.

Optimus, Omega and the others head back to Cybertron, while [[Alpha Quintesson|Alpha Q]] frets over what they'll find there.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]] (7)
*[[Ironhide (Energon)|Ironhide]] (9)
*[[Jetfire (Armada)|Jetfire]] (11)
*[[Wing Saber (Energon)|Wing Saber]] (12)
*[[Skyblast (Energon)|Skyblast]] (13)
*[[Strongarm (Energon)|Strongarm]] (18)
*[[Arcee (Energon)|Arcee]] (20)
*[[Rodimus (Energon)|Rodimus]] (24)
*[[Landmine (Energon)|Landmine]] (25)
*[[Prowl (Energon)|Prowl]] (26)
*[[Omega Supreme (Energon)|Omega Supreme]] (32)
*[[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]] (33)

|c2=
*[[Demolishor (Armada)|Demolishor]] (1)
*[[Cyclonus (Armada)|Snow Cat]] (2)
*[[Tidal Wave (Armada)|Mirage]] (3)
*[[Six Shot]] (4)
*[[Megatron (Armada)|Galvatron]] (5)
*[[Starscream (Armada)|Starscream]] (6)
*[[Scorponok (Energon)|Scorponok]] (19)
*[[Battle Ravage]] drones (21)
*[[Constructicon Maximus]] (22)
*[[Bruticus Maximus (Energon)|Bruticus Maximus]] (23)
*[[Construction Team]] (27–31)

|c3=
*[[Sally Jones]] (8)
*[[Kicker Jones]] (10)
*[[Miranda Jones]] (14)
*[[Brian Jones (Energon)|Brian Jones]] (15)
*[[Rad White]] (16)

|c4=
*[[Primus]] (17)
*[[Alpha Quintesson|Alpha Q]] (34) (voice only)
}}

==Quotes==
"And I've been so loyal! How could Galvatron not know how I feel about him?"
:—'''Mirage''' provides fuel for twisted fangirl imaginations

"I can feel the energon vibes." 
"Vibes, kewel..." 
"We're totally vibin' now."
:—'''Kicker''' and a pair of stoner '''Strongarms'''

'''Snow Cat''': Oh, no! The Auto-brats have gotten some more firepower! 
'''Mirage''': There will be more of them. But at least we'll always have each other. 
'''Snow Cat''': Aw, Mirage. You've really gotta stop reading all those romance novels. 
:—Mirage, hopeless romantic

'''Galvatron:''' You're finished! 
'''Six Shot:''' No, I'm Six Shot! Don't you remember? 
:—Six Shot doesn't get the most epic death scene.

==Notes==
===Lost in translation===
* It starts right away ''again'', as Starscream randomly states that Optimus becomes more powerful when combining with the other Autobots—as if anybody hadn't figured that out 40 episodes earlier. In ''Super Link'', he notes a similarity between Optimus's recent [[Formidable|super-sized power-up]] and that of the [[Insecticon (Energon)|Terrorcon drones]] not long before that.
* Immediately thereafter, the dub omits Six Shot vowing not to give up the [[Super Energon]] to Galvatron.
* The dub has Ironhide observing that the Terrorcons are now fighting each other... when it's actually Scorponok and Six Shot fighting. In ''Super Link'', he just wonders if they're actually on the same side.
* The green energon gas overlay is missing from the dub's animation as Galvatron enters the Super Energon chamber.
*Six Shot's last line before Galvatron steps on him is "I'm Six Shot" in ''Super Link''. There was a running gag of everyone calling him "Little Brother", and Six Shot was correcting yet another instance.

===Pain count===
* "Uh?": 2

===Continuity Errors===

* Galvatron has his wings and shoulder cannons blown off by Six Shot, and they stay that way until he dives into the Super Energon... at which point they're inexplicably back, with nothing to show how.

===Trivia===
[[Image:Energon-Cel-Super-Galvatron.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Super Energon - more powerful than CGI rendering.]]
* [[Arcee (Energon)|Arcee]] is hand drawn while she, Kicker, Ironhide, and the Omnicons watch Scorponok battle Six Shot.
* Galvatron's face also gets the cel animation upgrade as he bathes in the Super Energon.
* [[Steamhammer (Energon)|Steamhammer]] actually gets a rare robot-mode appearance; he's briefly seen wrestling with Landmine.
* Six Shot doesn't seem terribly upset about being killed; he just kind of goes "Gah" as Galvatron steps on him.
* Six Shot is reading a comic about [[Nekomimi A and Nekomimi B]] at one point. This is abundently creepy.

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2005 — ''Transformer: Super Link'' — Volume 013 ([[Interchannel]]) — Japanese audio only. 
[[Image:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2008 — ''Transformers: Energon'' — The Ultimate Collection ([[Paramount Pictures|Paramount]])

[[Category:Energon episodes]]

Misassembly

2011-11-08T17:40:11Z

134.117.251.43:

[[Image:MegatronUltimateBattle.jpg|right|220px|thumb|Doomed to walk backwards, but oddly has become a much better dancer as a result.]]
'''Misassembly''' is what happens when something goes wrong in the production process and parts of a toy are assembled in a way other than their design intended. It can happen for a variety of reasons, but the result is that many or even ''all'' units of a given production run on a toy will contain some form of incorrect assembly.

The most common form of misassembly is the swapping of two similar parts from left to right, such as feet, forearms, door kibble etc., and/or having parts attached backwards.

Misassembled toys will often appear normal at first glance, having made it through the manufacture and packaging process including [[quality control]], either without anyone noticing or, if they did, without thinking it was a significant enough problem to warrant the trouble of making a mid-run correction. Mistaken assemblies can create problems with [[articulation]] or [[transformation]], such as toys which can essentially transform but have parts that are difficult or impossible to click fully into place.

==Examples of widespread cases==
===Swapped parts===
[[Image:Cybertron OptimusPrime deluxe toy.jpg|thumb|230px|right|[[JaAm|WhY mY ELboWs huRt]]]]
* ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackarachnia]]'s forearms
* ''Universe'' [[Battle in a Box]] two-pack [[Ultra Magnus (Universe Two-Pack)|Ultra Magnus's]] forearms (error carried over onto the [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys|Optimus Prime]] [[redeco]] released as a mass-retail Deluxe Class toy for the ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' line, then fixed with a [[variant|running change]] version)
* ''Universe'' [[Repugnus (Universe)|Repugnus's]] beast mode foreclaws (the same error is repeated on the [[BotCon 2005]] reuses of the sculpt.)
* ''[[Transformers Animated (toyline)|Animated]]'' [[Blitzwing (Animated)|Blitzwing's]] upper arms
[[Image:Human Alliance Bumblebee Prototype.jpg|thumb|150px|right|Don't try this at home, kids!]]
* ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' [[Storm Jet (Energon)|Storm Jet]] has his inside legs swapped so that the knee joint faces the wrong way. Furthermore, his shoulders are also misassembled, since there is a molded chevron...in his armpit. The same error is repeated on every subsequent reuse of the sculpt, such as ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Silverbolt (G1)#Universe (2008)|Silverbolt]] and the [[rebranding|rebranded]] ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' [[Silverbolt (ROTF)#toys|Silverbolt]].
* ''Energon'' [[Steamhammer (Energon)|Steamhammer]] and his redeco, ''[[Classics (2006)|Classics]]'' [[Scavenger (G1)|Scavenger]], have the treads in vehicle mode swapped. As a result, the small tabs on the sides of the treads that are supposed to peg into the holes in the gray flaps on the hips, thereby stabilizing the robot torso, are located on the sides of the head instead. Fortunately, the treads can be easily swapped using a screwdriver.<ref name="ooebi">[http://ooebihara.sakura.ne.jp/toys/TF/Slink/ex01/ex01.htm Ooebi's Hobby Factory gallery of Superlink Buildron]</ref> Hasbro's official [[stock photography|stock photos]] depict the treads correctly assembled, and the [[instructions]] show the tabs in the correct place in robot mode (oddly enough, the instructions imply that the tabs peg in less well than they do in reality).
* ''Cybertron'' [[Ransack (Cybertron)|Ransack's]] rear wheel struts (the same error is repeated on every subsequent reuse of the sculpt except for [[BotCon 2006]]'s [[Rattrap]].)
*''[[Classics (2006)|Classics]]'' [[Mini-Con]] [[Grindor (Classics)|Grindor]] is odd: His official stock photos depict the wheels with the pegs as the rear wheels and the wheels with the corresponding holes as the front wheels. The toy itself has the wheels swapped, which is backed up by his [[instructions]]. His redeco, ''Universe'' [[Bodyblock]], features the wheel assembly from Grindor's stock photos, which contradicts his own instructions (which are recycled from Grindor). Since neither wheel assembly affects his functionality or transformation in any way whatsoever, it's unclear which one is supposed to be the "correct" assembly and which one is the "misassembly".
*''[[Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe 2.0]]'' Mini-Con [[Makeshift (Universe)|Makeshift]]'s legs are swapped on the hips both on the actual toy and in official stock photos compared to his own instructions and the original iteration of the sculpt, ''[[Classics (2006)|Classics]]'' [[Oil Slick (Classics)|Oil Slick]]. This results in the crotch section facing the wrong way in robot mode, with his sole [[Powerlinx]] socket facing forward and the sculpted crotch details facing backwards. Not only does this location of the Powerlinx port in robot mode result in [[anatomic euphemism|unfortunate implications]], it also makes the socket inaccessible in vehicle mode. This applies to the [[Kmart]] [[exclusive]] Mini-Con 12-pack release of the toy; at least some samples of the individually packaged version available at discount store chains like Big Lots! were assembled correctly.
* ''[[Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe 2.0]]'''s [[Prowl (G1)/toys#Classic_Series|Prowl]]/[[Bluestreak (G1)#Classic_Series|Bluestreak]]/[[Smokescreen (G1)#Universe_.282008.29|Smokescreen]] [[mold]] has most sliding feet assemblies swapped. The balance is far better when the feet are swapped, allowing for a more leveled hood-chest and reducing the depressed look they commonly sport.
* ''Revenge of the Fallen'' [[Human Alliance]] [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys|Bumblebee's]] legs were supposedly swapped because the extra transformation step (rotating the legs and waist) would have been too difficult for kids to do. Although [[prototype]] photos seen via [[TakaraTomy]] show the legs with the wheels in a more [[show-accuracy|movie-accurate]] setup, the official [[Hasbro]] stock photos and the [[instructions]] show the "misassembly" as the "correct" assembly, thus making this (arguably) an intentional [[design change]] rather than a genuine misassembly.
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===Backwards parts===
* [[Classics (2006)|Classics]] Ultimate Battle [[Megatron (G1)/toys|Megatron's]] feet.

===Nonfunctioning/compromised gimmick===
* The blue lever at the base of [[Transmetal 2]] [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]]'s dragon-mode neck, which allows his neck to be moved around like a puppet, features a flip-down tab which is supposed to fit into a groove in the neck and lock it in its fully-extended position. The lever is attached backwards, however, and tab cannot meet groove, though this can be easily remedied by unscrewing the lever and reattaching in the proper orientation. This persisted with [[Cryotek (RID)|Cryotek]].
* [[Transmetal 2]] [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]]'s neck posing gimmick is actually disabled from the gearbox being misassembled, reorienting the gears instead of the lever enables a classic dragon flight pose, and a straight arm for firing poses in robot mode.
* [[Runamuck (Cybertron)|Cybertron Runamuck]]'s punching gimmick.

===Transformation-inhibiting errors===

==Isolated incidents==
[[Image:BTAltProwlMisassemblies.jpg|thumb|180px|left|Just give me a call and we can swap parts...]]

Aside from these widespread misassemblies, there are also countless instances of isolated incidents where a single specimen of a toy, or at least very ''very'' low quantities, feature assembly errors. Chances are that every toy collector has encountered at least one of these over the years, and trying to compile a list is pretty much pointless considering their sheer ''variety'', as well as their (usually) low quantities.

A toy with an unusually large amount of reported errors, many of them of the really ''odd'' variety, was ''[[Alternators|Alternators/Binaltech]]'' [[Prowl (G1)/toys|Prowl]]: One specimen of the ''Binaltech'' version sported the "Type S" rims of his ''Alternators'' counterpart on both his front wheels (but the correct "Type R" rims on his rear wheels); one specimen of the blue ''Binaltech'' version had the wrong set of fingers on one hand, resulting in an articulated ''pinky finger'' instead of the index finger. The most commonly reported error, however, was of the toy sporting two of the same hand. This error was apparently ''so'' common that it even showed up in ''two different sets of [[stock photography|stock photos]]'' (which also featured two of the same forearms, and one of them even two of the same ''shoulders'')!

Reportedly, some specimens of ''[[Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' [[Superion (ROTF)|Superion]] also came with a very unusual problem, where one of [[Silverbolt (ROTF)|Silverbolt's]] legs was assembled the wrong way (a widespread error, as noted above), but the other one was assembled ''correctly''.
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==Solutions==
Many cases of misassembly can easily be fixed with the aid of a screwdriver and a modicum of judiciously applied pressure. Most Transformers include many parts that are held together with Phillips-head screws, which can generally be removed quite easily, allowing the misassembled pieces to be reversed, swapped out or otherwise re-aligned. Also, many toys from ''Beast Wars'' onwards feature [[Ball joint|ball joints]] or similar that can usually be popped free and easily reconfigured. Examples include ''Animated'' Blitzwing, whose left-right swapped upper arms can be easily popped out of his shoulders and unscrewed from his forearms and then reassembled.

However, sometimes the assembly process involves adhesives or metal rods, which makes certain parts virtually impossible to separate without serious risk of damaging the toy permanently. Also, toys involving electronic [[Gimmick|gimmicks]] can be particularly tricky to tinker with. All but those confident in their [[customizing]] skills should be wary of attempting such fixes.

Arguably, such fixes mean the toy is no longer in its "original" state, so extreme semanticists might argue that this counts as a form of customizing. But really, do we care?

In cases where individual specimens erroneously come with the wrong parts assembled (such as two of the same hand), there's the additional problem of finding someone who either has the same problem in reverse (i.e. two of the ''other'' hand) or a broken toy with the missing part intact (or at least someone selling a toy [[for parts]]). More often than not, however, you're better off returning the faulty toy to the store and getting a new one.

==Unusual cases==
In some cases, there is an evident problem where something doesn't quite work properly, but the [[stock photography]] and even elements of the [[deco]] would suggest that everything is in order. Although it is difficult to prove without official confirmation, cases like this may be due to a misassembly happening quite early in the design process, after the [[prototype]] phase but before finalising the deco, and thereafter being assumed to be correct at each subsequent stage of production.

[[Image:TitaniumHero UltraMagnus.jpg|right|210px|thumb|Nature... or nurture?]]
An example of this is the [[Titanium Series]] series [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys|Ultra Magnus]], whose shoulder-mounted rocket launchers appear to have been been flipped horizontally, as their pegs cause them to attach top-down in robot mode. Although it is ''possible'' that some kind of mirror-flip occurred in the moulding of the launchers, an arguably more likely explanation notes that if the shoulders are simply swapped out they can attach correctly, suggesting instead a case of misassembly. However, the fact that the shoulders feature Autobot-sigil [[Tampograph|tampographs]] that would then be rendered visible only from the back would seem to argue against this, as does the packaging photography of the prototype. Conversely, the instructions depict the "correct" shoulder assembly as distinguished by showing frontwards the moulding detail that is backwards-facing on the toy as released.

Such a case ''could'' be an example of misassembly occurring very early in the process. The decision to "correct" the toy by swapping out the parts may make the accessories attach correctly, but at the cost of hiding some of the deco.

==Misassembly ''is not...''==
[[Image:Ultimate Bumblebee toy.jpg|right|250px|thumb|I am not an animal! I AM A MECHY BEING!!]]
* Misassembly is not the same thing as toys which are incorrectly transformed in their packaging and/or [[stock photography|promotion photography]], such as "Ultimate" [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys|Movie Bumblebee]] and his non-collapsed chest.

* Misassembly is not the same thing as a [[design change]], where the way parts were clearly intended to move, align or otherwise function has been altered in a manner which partly or fully compromises its optimal function, such as [[Lockdown (Animated)|Lockdown]]'s wrists, [[Bumblebee (Animated)|''Animated'' Bumblebee]]'s stingers, or [[Ratchet (Movie)|''Movie'' Ratchet]]'s thumbs. These changes can sometimes appear to be oversights or mistakes, but are in fact often done [[for safety reasons]]. Occasionally these issues are corrected in later re-uses of the mould, such as with ''Animated'' Bumblebee.

* Misassembly is not the same thing as a [[design flaw]], where a toy has been produced with parts that do not function as they were clearly intended, but are not the result of a deliberate design change. Manufacturing errors can result from pieces being manufactured fractionally too small or large, or subtly not quite the right shape, resulting in parts that don't move as intended, such as ''[[Universe (2008 franchise)|Universe]]'' [[Ironhide (G1)|Ironhide]]. Sometimes large numbers of units from a production run will have these problems while others from the same run will not, such as with [[Grimlock (Animated)|''Animated'' Grimlock]]'s partially-retracting leg/forearms.

{{stub|pictures, more concrete examples}}

==Footnotes==
<references/>
[[Category:Toys]]

Formidable

2011-11-07T14:59:39Z

134.117.251.43: /* Lost in translation */

{{episode|
|series=Energon
|ep=47
|prev=Ironhide Team
|next=Galvatron Terror
|title="Formidable"
|japanese=オメガコンボイ再び
|romaji=Omega Convoy Futatabi
|translation=Omega Convoy Once Again
|image=E47 titlecard.jpg
|caption=The Cybertronians held out for a hero, and now he's arrived.
|production code=
|production company=[[TV Tokyo]], [[Nihon Ad Systems|NAS]]
|writer=[[Shōji Tonoike]]
|director=[[Takashi Sano]]
|animation studio=[[Actas Inc.|Actas]], [[Studio A-CAT]] (3D)
|airdate=[[November 26|26 November]] [[2004]] (Japanese) [[February 25]], [[2005]] (English)
|continuity=[[Unicron Trilogy]]
}}

'''The Autobots must stop Galvatron from smashing Cybertron into Plains Planet.'''

==Synopsis==
[[Misha Miramond|Misha]] stands in a field of dead grass and notes that a planet has been destroyed. [[Inferno (Energon)|Roadblock]] calls in, reporting that [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] is about to emerge from the [[Warp Gate]].

Remember that painting in the [[Super Energon Temple]]? It's still there.

[[Primus]] is still glowing within Cybertron, where [[Kicker Jones|Kicker]] and his family anxiously wait for him to awaken. With their [[energon (Energon)|energon]] running out, the [[Omnicon]]s can't spare any more [[energon star]]s for him.

Somewhere in space, the Unicron sphere glows.

The gas grid snaps and crackles.

[[Image:Energon-Misha-Sad.jpg|230px|thumb|left|Don't you really want to comfort her?]]

Planets float in space... and Cybertron emerges from the warp gate, appearing out of the blackness of space.

The [[Autobot]]s and [[Decepticon]]s are shooting it out on the planet's surface. [[Megatron (Armada)|Galvatron]] and [[Starscream (Armada)|Starscream]] urge [[Six Shot]] to finish repairing the [[energon grid]], but he gives them lip, saying that they could win easily if they'd just follow his plan. Galvatron relents; Six Shot advises them to clear the area. Soon, a build-up of gas detonates the planet's surface beneath the Autobots, forcing them into a hasty retreat. Six Shot is pleased with the results; a huge cloud of [[energon gas]] emerges in the central city.

The Autobots have been blown into space and are drifting, damaged. [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus]] calls in to the others, who promise to prepare energon stars. Misha reports that the planet is accelerating and will soon collide with [[Plains Planet]]. The Autobots don't have the manpower to take back the control room. [[Brian Jones (Energon)|Dr. Jones]] says to leave it to him, and heads off to investigate the gas grid flow. Kicker follows.

[[Image:Energon-Disintegrating-Planets.jpg|230px|thumb|right|They started off blowing up one planet at a time, now they're on to two or more in one go. Presumably, the next logical progression is [[Cybertron (cartoon)|the entire universe]].]] Cybertron impacts three smaller planets, which explode. Misha explains that their atmospheres aren't strong enough to withstand the energon. Roadblock theorizes that if they impact Plains Planet, a worst-case scenario could be a chain reaction that would destroy [[Alpha Q's universe|the entire universe]].

Somewhere in space, the Unicron orb glows.

Optimus (still combined with [[Omega Supreme (Energon)|Omega]]) watches the exploding planets and realizes that "the evil" is still somewhere in Cybertron. He heads that way, despite his troops' urging. Galvatron happily meets up with him in the gaseous atmosphere, gloating at his damaged condition.

Kicker and Dr. Jones work on the gas grid. They plan to cut off some of the towers that are accelerating the planet, but that still won't stop its forward motion. Before they can figure out a way to stop it, Ironhide reports strange activity in the Primus chamber.

Unicron orb? Still there.

[[Image:Energon-Downshift-Cliffjumper-Flee.jpg‎|230px|thumb|left|Quick, run! No time to [[Transformation|transform]] into our faster vehicular forms!]]

Optimus demands to know why Galvatron has kept [[Unicron]]'s spark alive. Galvatron denies everything, and shoots him. Prime calls out to Primus for help.

Meanwhile, Super Energon Temple painting? Still there.

Unicron orb? Still there.

As Galvatron moves in for a killing blow, the light of Primus streaks forth, enveloping both leaders. The gas is sucked back into Cybertron, and Optimus Supreme stands enormous, almost half as tall as the planet itself. Galvatron just laughs. Six Shot reactivates the [[energon tower]]s to keep the planet moving forward.

Groaning a deep and guttural groan, Optimus smashes his fists into the planet to try and stop it. Kicker contacts [[Rodimus (Energon)|Rodimus]]'s team and has them head for the north sector, to destroy the energon towers there. The recently-recovered [[Jetfire (Armada)|Jetfire]] joins the team and takes command, having Rodimus stay behind to watch Optimus's back.

Galvatron sends his troops to stop Jetfire's team, and attacks Optimus as he strains against the planet. Rodimus engages him, despite his injuries. Jetfire's team keeps the Decepticons at bay, while Kicker and the Omnicons begin destroying energon towers. Galvatron orders Six Shot to increase the tower output; Six Shot refuses, saying it's too dangerous with the towers exploding. Galvatron responds to this in predictable fashion: with insults. Six Shot basically says "hell with it" and increases the power.

Rodimus is distracted by the sight of Plains Planet looming near, allowing Galvatron to score a hit. Meanwhile the towers are going crazy, exploding left and right, prompting both sides to flee. Galvatron rebukes Six Shot, but he protests that he's just following orders. Galvatron sends Starscream back to the control room to deal with him.

Galvatron happily points out to Rodimus that Optimus has become infected by Unicron; he flies away, saying they'll finish this later. The towers shut down, and Optimus brings the planet to a halt. Rodimus has a brief moment to be relieved... until Optimus continues smashing his arm into the planet's depths. Rodimus urges him to stop, which he does.

Optimus glows green, and his enormous form dissolves into green light, as [[Alpha Quintesson|Alpha Q]] observes and wonders what Galvatron meant.

Oh, and the Unicron orb? Remember that? Still there.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Inferno (Energon)|Roadblock]] (2)
*[[Jetfire (Armada)|Jetfire]] (3)
*[[Strongarm (Energon)|Strongarm]] (8)
*[[Skyblast (Energon)|Skyblast]] (9)
*[[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]] (13) (as Optimus Supreme)
*[[Omega Supreme (Energon)|Omega Supreme]] (14) (as Optimus Supreme)
*[[Rodimus (Energon)|Rodimus]] (15)
*[[Prowl (Energon)|Prowl]] (16) (powerlinked to Rodimus)
*[[Bulkhead (Energon)|Bulkhead]] (21)
*[[Cliffjumper (Energon)|Cliffjumper]] (22)
*[[Superion Maximus]] (24)
*[[Downshift (Energon)|Downshift]] (25)
*[[Wing Saber (Energon)|Wing Saber]] (28)
*[[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]] (30)

|c2=
*[[Six Shot]] (17)
*[[Megatron (Armada)|Galvatron]] (18)
*[[Cyclonus (Armada)|Snow Cat]] (19)
*[[Demolishor (Armada)|Demolishor]] (20)
*[[Tidal Wave (Armada)|Mirage]] (23)
*[[Bruticus Maximus (Energon)|Bruticus Maximus]] (26)
*[[Constructicon Maximus]] (27)
*[[Starscream (Armada)|Starscream]] (29)

|c3=
*[[Misha Miramond]] (1)
*[[Kicker Jones]] (5)
*[[Brian Jones (Energon)|Brian Jones]] (6)
*[[Rad White]] (7)
*[[Miranda Jones]] (11)
*[[Sally Jones]] (12)

|c4=
*[[Primus]] (4)
*[[Unicron]] (31)
*[[Alpha Quintesson|Alpha Q]] (32) (voice only)
}}

==Quotes==
"''Something'' isn't right."
:—'''Optimus Prime''', watching four planets explode. Gee, ''ya think?!''

"Actually, it's more likely Cybertron ''won't'' be stopped due to the inertial laws of physics."
:—'''Dr. Jones'''' science sneers at dramatic convenience.

"Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha! Come now, Optimus. Just because you've over one-thousand feet tall doesn't mean I still won't take you on!"
:—'''Galvatron''' delivers the understatement of the year, not noticing that Optimus's attention is focused elsewhere while doing so...

==Notes==
===Lost in translation===
* It starts right away, as Misha makes the nonsensical observation that "That planet is destroyed!" while standing in a field. She's ''supposed'' to be noting that the planet is deteriorating (due to the lack of a sun.)
* As Cybertron exits the warp gate, the dub has Optimus make the sage and timely observation that "It looks like they're about to fire up the warp gate!"
* The dub adds in some talk from Six Shot about how they can use the gas to propel the planet, and has him saying that the explosion released "a huge gust of energy" (conflicting with the animation, which shows that the explosion released the green energon gas.) He's supposed to just say that they no longer need the energon towers (for repelling the Autobots), since the gas is covering the planet again.
* Misha's explanation about the exploding planets omits her mention that they are "unripened", and that the green energon gas is reacting with the energon in the planets.
* The dub has [[Wing Saber]] observe that the Engergon gas is being sucked back itno Cybertron, when the animation seems to show it's being absorbed by the glowing white orb Optimus is inside. In ''Super Link'', he simply says "the gas is being absorbed", a much more vague sentence that could easily be confused.
* For some strange reason, the transformation sound effect plays in the dub shot where giant Optimus emerges from the now-green ball of energon.
* Galvatron makes the strange dub observation that Optimus is "over one thousand feet tall"... which, based on the previous shot, would make Cybertron ''maybe'' one mile in diameter.
* The dub consistently identifies the planet-propelling energon towers as being in the "north"... but the animation (assuming north is at the top) show them near the planet's equator. ''Super Link'' says they're in the east.
* When Optimus smashes his fist into the planet to stop it, sending reverberations through the Primus chamber, Kicker immediately responds with "Hey, what'd you do that for?!"... even though he's inside the planet and could have no idea what caused it. It's a random dub addition; the Japanese version has him ask, "What just happened?".
* In ''Super Link'', Gavatron observes that Rodimus came into battle injured, to which Rodimus responds that he's always wanted to take Galvatron on (implying he's willing to risk it). ''Engeron'' randomly changes this to Rodimus being "distracted", with Rodimus' reply taking a shot at Galvatron for being all talk (not that this isn't founded).
* Galvatron's telling Rodimus that Unicron now exists within Optimus' soul gets magled into Optimus "[having] switched alliegances to Unicron."

===Pain count===
* "Uh?": 16
* Stock footage: 1
* It's time to: 1
* Let's do it: 1
* (X) is counting on you/me/us: 1

''Super Link'':

* "Aht?" 3
* Your opponent is me: 3
* This is...?: 1

===Trivia===
* Another excellent example of ''Energon''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s bizarre scene editing. Stock shots of various elements are shown randomly, as if implying some monumental significance, but mainly serving to confuse the viewer and disrupt the story flow.
* Given a chance to actually ''use their vehicle modes'' to escape the energon gas explosion, Downshift and Cliffjumper instead choose to just run.
* Yay, magic glowing lights!
* So... Optimus is apparently becoming contaminated by Unicron. You might ''think'' this is leading up to something, but no, after a two-second scene in which Optimus smashes a bit of Cybertron, the (totally unexplained, by the way) Unicron power within him is never mentioned again except as just another power mushroom power-up device. It ''did'' crop back up in ''Super Link'', in the episode "[[Spark (episode)|Spark]]" (only to be mangled out for the dub), but even there, it served little purpose besides causing Optimus and Galvatron to fight one another, which... they would have done anyway.

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2005 — ''Transformer: Super Link'' — Volume 012 ([[Interchannel]]) — Japanese audio only. 
[[Image:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2008 — ''Transformers: Energon'' — The Ultimate Collection ([[Paramount Pictures|Paramount]])

[[Category:Energon episodes]]

Alpha Q: Identity

2011-11-06T03:07:52Z

134.117.251.43: /* Animation/Technical Errors */

{{episode|
|series=Energon
|ep=20
|prev=Battle Stations
|next=Shockblast: Rampage
|title="Alpha Q: Identity"
|japanese=アルファQその正体
|romaji=Alpha Q so no Shōtai
|translation=Alpha Q's True Identity
|image=E20_titlecard.jpg
|caption=Actually, [[Omega Supreme (Energon)|Omega Supreme]] doesn't appear for [[Omega Supreme (episode)|another 15 episodes]].
|production code=
|production company=[[TV Tokyo]], [[Nihon Ad Systems|NAS]]
|writer=[[Akira Okeya]]
|director=[[Masayuki Ōseki]]
|animation studio=[[Actas Inc.|Actas]], [[Studio A-CAT]] (3D)
|airdate=[[May 21|21 May]] [[2004]] (Japanese) [[July 3]], 2004 (English)
|continuity=[[Unicron Trilogy]]
}}

'''Unicron's arrival causes the Decepticons on Cybertron to rebel, while Kicker learns the truth about Alpha Q .'''

==Synopsis==
On [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]'s battered surface, bands of marauding [[Decepticon]]s run rampant, while below ground, [[Shockblast|a chained prisoner]] strains against his bonds.

Within [[Unicron]], [[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]]'s troops report that the planet is in chaos due to the revolting Decepticons, but Megatron dismisses these latecomers to the party as mere cowards. [[Cyclonus (Armada)|Snow Cat]] agrees, prompting Megatron to bash him across the room and threaten to feed him to Unicron. [[Starscream (Armada)|Starscream]] declares Snow Cat unworthy to serve as bait, but Megatron has someone else in mind.

[[Image:Energon-Shockblast-Prison.jpg‎|230px|thumb|left|"What the scrap? What was I drinking last night?!]]

[[Rodimus (Energon)|Rodimus]] narrates: ''[[Planet Q|Alpha Q's home planet]] was destroyed by Unicron, who had been wandering [[Milky Way|the galaxy]], destroying everything his path. Unable to stop the Chaos Bringer, the planet's inhabitants destroyed their own planet as a last act of resistance, sending Unicron into a deep sleep. Rodimus and company had promised to come and help defend the planet, but they arrived too late, finding nothing but ruins. [[Alpha Quintesson|Alpha Q]] had survived within Unicron's inert form, however, roaming the galaxy once more. Soon he discovered that anything devoured by Unicron could in fact be restored; all he needed to restore Planet Q was enough [[energon (Energon)|energon]]. The [[Terrorcon (Energon)|Terrorcon]]s were likewise devoured by Unicron, then restored and controlled by Alpha Q.''

As Rodimus finishes his story, [[Misha Miramond|Misha]] and [[Kicker Jones|Kicker]] understand at last what Alpha Q is doing and why Rodimus is trying to help. Their ship approaches Unicron's detached head.

[[Brian Jones (Energon)|Dr. Jones]] isn't too happy with [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]]'s decision to let Kicker go, but his family reassures him that he's old enough to handle himself.

Alpha Q observes the approaching Kicker and wonders about him and his strange name. [[Landmine (Energon)|Landmine]] and [[Prowl (Energon)|Prowl]], waiting in the ship, also wonder. Rodimus, Misha and Kicker enter Alpha Q's chamber. After some banter with [[Ironhide (Energon)|Ironhide]], he speaks with Alpha Q and immediately demands that Alpha Q reveal his true face. Impressed, Alpha Q switches to his true, "calm" visage. Kicker demands Ironhide's release, then stalks off, angry that Alpha Q won't take off his masks. Alpha Q attacks him with tentacles, which Kicker counters with the [[Energon Saber]]. He beats Alpha Q repeatedly, to no effect, demanding that he come out.

[[Image:Energon-Prowl-And-Landmine-Cockpit.jpg‎|230px|thumb|right|Say, Landmine, you ever wonder what it would be like to be useful?]]

On Cybertron, Optimus surveys the battered surface and learns that the Decepticons have headed underground. [[Inferno (Energon)|Inferno]] thinks the old underground prison might be still be functional, and they head to check it out. Suddenly, Hot Shot sees something that makes him realize that the "nasty renegade Decepticon" [[Shockblast]], who "left behind a trail of seriously damaged Transformers," is still held captive in that prison. Sure enough, the Decepticon hordes are fighting their way toward him.

Megatron is pleased to hear that his plan is being carried out. [[Tidal Wave (Armada)|Tidal Wave]] says that they can't work with the vicious Decepticon, but Megatron isn't interested.

Tensions rise in Unicron's head as Kicker continues bashing Alpha Q. He wants to see the hidden Alpha Q, who finally relents and shows Kicker everything that he has lost....

:''Countless soldiers of Planet Q fought and died as Unicron began devouring their world, sucked up into the air to be devoured alongside the fragments of their crumbling world. Their leader, Scorponok, urged them to fight on, while Alpha Q panicked and fretted over Rodimus's failure to save them. Scorponok urged Alpha Q to detonate the planet while there was still a chance, though the terrified Alpha Q begged him not to.... The explosion destroyed the planet, but only after Alpha Q had been consumed by Unicron. He has lived alone and empty since then, until finding how to free the consumed Terrorcons. Only Megatron's awakening ruined Alpha Q's plans.''

Kicker is impressed by Alpha Q's story...but says that Alpha Q can't just give up now because he's afraid of getting hurt. Kicker tells him that if he wants his planet back, he has to just go for it; if he never makes a stand, the Decepticons will walk all over him.

[[Image:Energon-Megatron-Resurrection-Hand-Drawn.jpg|230px|thumb|left|Megatron gets a look at [[Pat Lee]]'s artwork.]]

Shockblast tears free from his chains, just as a Decepticon arrives to free him and escort him back to Megatron. Shockwave simply blasts through the door—and through the Decepticon. Stalking out into the corridors, Shockblast takes an Autobot guard hostage, using him as a shield against another guard, before blasting them both. Optimus's team arrives in the prison to find Shockblast gone, and they set out after him.

Kicker declares that the meeting is done and that they need to get back to helping Optimus and the others who are actually out there fighting. Rodimus allows them to go. Ironhide mopes as they leave that none of their plans work out, but Kicker says not to worry about it.

Scorponok and Rodimus ask Alpha Q if he's sure about letting the humans go. Alpha Q responds by activating something within Unicron, causing the whole head to shake. Still walking back to the ship, Kicker seems to have a realization...
{{--}}

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
* [[Rodimus (Energon)|Rodimus]] (7)
* [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]] (9)
* [[Ironhide (Energon)|Ironhide]] (14)
* [[Prowl (Energon)|Prowl]] (19)
* [[Jetfire (Armada)|Jetfire]] (20)
* [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]] (21)
* [[Inferno (Energon)|Inferno]] (22)
* [[Landmine (Energon)|Landmine]] (23)

|c2=
* [[Shockblast]] (1)
* [[Demolishor (Armada)|Demolishor]] (2)
* [[Cyclonus (Armada)|Snow Cat]] (3)
* [[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]] (4)
* [[Starscream (Armada)|Starscream]] (5)
* [[Tidal Wave (Armada)|Tidal Wave]] (24)

|c3=
* [[Misha Miramond]] (6)
* [[Kicker Jones]] (8)
* [[Brian Jones (Energon)|Dr. Brian Jones]] (10)
* [[Sally Jones]] (11)
* [[Miranda Jones]] (12)

|c4=
* [[Alpha Quintesson]] (13)
* [[Scorponok (Energon)|Scorponok]] (15)
* [[Scattor (Energon)|Scattor]] (16)
* [[Skyboom (Energon)|Skyboom]] (17)
* [[Wreckage (Energon)|Wreckage]] (18)
}}

==Quotes==
"Never fear, Kicker is here." 
"Really?"
:—'''Kicker''' tells '''Ironhide''' the blatantly obvious... and Ironhide ''still'' doesn't believe him.

'''Kicker''': So, this is the guy causing all the commotion? 
'''Hysterical face''': He's even smaller up close. Goodness, I think we've made a mistake. Well, he's already here. Let's give him a chance. 
'''Sinister face''': Tell us about your gift. 
'''Angry face''': Go on! 
'''Hysterical face''': He's been putting us on! ''He has no gift!'' 
'''Kicker''': Whoa, would you just relax, buddy? You don't have to pounce on me. 
'''All faces''': What?! 
'''Kicker''': I'm here to see Alpha Q, so step aside. Where is he? 
'''All faces''': ''I am Alpha Q!''
:—Kicker meets Alpha Q, resulting in the usual nonsense.

"Man, I figured this would be a waste of time. None of my plans ever work out!" 
"Don't worry about it." 
"Huh?" 
"At least we got to see the inside of the galaxy's biggest bad guy. There's not many people that can say they've done that!"
:—'''Ironhide''' mopes, while '''Kicker''' tries to cover his own frustration.

==Notes==
===Pain Count===
* Uh?: 11
* Stock footage: 1
* Take it easy: 1
* You've gotta be kidding: 1

===Lost in Translation===
* In the dub, Snow Cat says that the late-rising Decepticons are obviously loyal to Unicron instead of Megatron; Megatron rather inexplicably bashes him across the room for it. In ''Super Link'', he says that the ''revolt'' was caused by Unicron, rather than Megatron: "Megatron didn't do it; it was Unicron!".... which, uh... just trust us, it works better in the original.
* Starscream and Megatron's subsequent lines about using Snow Cat as "bait" are complete dub nonsense. Originally, Starscream says that they should just let the Decepticons run rampant as they please; Megatron replies that there may yet be one useful Decepticon left on the planet, as the scene cuts to Shockblast.
* Rodimus's history lesson about the Terrorcons is a dub addition, though it's essentially correct.
* The dub omits Ironhide's shame at his wounded appearance when Kicker arrives (hence why Ironhide briefly turns his head away.)
* Kicker's demand to Alpha Q is mistranslated; instead of demanding that Alpha Q take off his mask, he's supposed to be telling him to "show his true face", which he immediately does, and later to "show his true form".
* In ''Super Link'', Kicker's initial reason for trying to walk out on Alpha Q is that, with Ironhide released, he's got no further business there. The dub changes it into him just deciding that "I'm not playing with that four-headed freak."
* A mis-timed dub-inserted "Uh?" from Hot Shot makes it seem like he's ''seen'' something which causes him to remember the imprisoned Shockblast. He's supposed to just have a moment of "Oh yeah..."
* In ''Super Link'', Alpha Q's "true" voice is that of a high-pitched young girl, which is in-line with some early production material that indicated the alien's true identity would be the princess of Planet Q. In a rarity for the ''Energon'' dub, it's not so much "lost in translation" as it is ''deliberately'' changed, into a layered dialogue consisting of multiple voices speaking in chorus that identifies itself as "the voice of all those lost on Planet Q".
* Misha's "He's nuts" observation re: Kicker is a dub insert.
* The dub obscures the fact that Shockblast's hostage/shield is a fellow Decepticon, fleeing from a pursuing guard, making it seem very odd when the guard unflinchingly shoots the hostage.
* In ''Super Link'', Kicker compliments Ironhide for getting this far on his own, and berates himself for thinking he could change anything by coming there. Both reactions are scrubbed away by the dub, replaced with more lightweight banter.
* At the end, Unicron isn't "coming to life" as Misha claims; he's ''moving'', indicating that Alpha Q has decided to take direct action in the wake of Kicker's pep talk. This dub flub is compounded by an animation change; while ''Super Link'' clearly shows Unicron's head moving through space, the dub has a slow-zoom that makes the head look stationary.

===Animation/Technical Errors===
*When Misha, Kicker, and Ironhide are leaving and the whole place is shaking, Megatron is shown unresurrected despite the fact that he's already been out and about for a while now.
* After Ironhide tells Kicker he can't get the truth out of Alpha Q on his own and Kicker walks back towards the latter, the half of Ironhide that was visible is all that gets rendered (meaning half his body is missing).

===Trivia===
*In the flashback to Megatron's resurrection, Megatron's face as he emerges from the walls of Unicron is hand-drawn.
*The armies of Planet Q in the flashbacks are shown as [[Command Ravage]]s and [[Blackout (Terrorcon)|Blackouts]]

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2004 — ''Transformer: Super Link'' — Volume 005 ([[Interchannel]]) — Japanese audio only. 
[[Image:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2008 — ''Transformers: Energon'' — The Ultimate Collection ([[Paramount Pictures|Paramount]])

[[Category:Energon episodes]]

Optimus Supreme

2011-11-05T02:42:08Z

134.117.251.43:

{{disambig2|episode 37 of the ''[[Energon (cartoon)|Energon]]'' cartoon|the [[Powerlinx]] combination of [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]] and [[Omega Supreme (Energon)|Omega Supreme]]|Optimus Prime Super Modes#Unicron Trilogy}}

{{episode|
|series=Energon
|series2=Transformers: Super Link
|ep=37
|ep2=38
|prev=The Power of Unicron
|next=Unicron Perishes
|title="Optimus Supreme"
|japanese=死闘! オメガコンボイ
|romaji=Shitō! Omega Convoy
|translation=Struggle to the Death! Omega Convoy
|image=E37_titlecard.jpg
|caption=
|production code=
|production company=[[TV Tokyo]], [[Nihon Ad Systems|NAS]]
|writer=[[Shōji Tonoike]]
|director=[[Kei'ichirō Kawaguchi]]
|animation studio=[[Actas Inc.|Actas]], [[Studio A-CAT]] (3D)
|airdate=[[September 24|24 September]] [[2004]] (Japanese) [[November 16]], 2004 (English)
|continuity=[[Unicron Trilogy]]
}}

'''The Autobots struggle to stop Unicron's planet-destroying rampage.'''

==Synopsis==
[[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]] laughs madly while [[Autobot]]s and [[Decepticon]]s alike panic as [[Unicron]] returns to life. The Autobots attack, aiming for the monster's eyes, but he swats them aside and begins destroying [[Blizzard Planet]] with energies from his chest. On Unicron's surface, [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]] [[Omega Supreme (Energon)|Supreme]] tries to push Unicron away from the planet on his own, and the Autobots move to help.

On the mysterious world, [[Arcee (Energon)|Arcee]] reports Unicron's attack to the others. [[Kicker Jones|Kicker]] and [[Misha Miramond|Misha]] go help, but [[Ironhide (Energon)|Ironhide]] remains behind in the pouring rain, talking to [[Scorponok (Energon)|Scorponok]], who doesn't seem to remember much about anything. Ironhide tells Scorponok that Megatron destroyed his master, [[Alpha Quintesson|Alpha Q]], but Scorponok remembers that he now serves Megatron and attacks.

[[Image:Energon-Megatron-Two-Minds.jpg|230px|thumb|left|They say that talking to oneself is the first sign of [[Galvatron (G1)|madness]].]]

Omega tells Prime that in the [[rift (Energon)|void]] of space, the normal laws of physics don't apply, and that he does have the power to stop Unicron.

[[Starscream (Armada)|Starscream]] saves [[Tidal Wave (Armada)|Mirage]] from being dragged back into Unicron. Within, Unicron and Megatron argue and struggle for control of the Decepticons. Summoned by his master, Scorponok abandons the fight with Ironhide.

Unicron has absorbed most of Blizzard Planet, but Prime continues struggling against him. Then the energy blast stops, Unicron rears back, and in a single blast, he vaporizes what remains of Blizzard Planet. As the remnants are absorbed, the Autobots struggle not to be consumed as well. Kicker prepares to round up all the damaged Autobots.

On [[Earth]], Kicker's family wonder how he's doing. [[Rad White|Rad]] arrives and informs [[Brian Jones (Energon)|Dr. Jones]] that there's a problem—something is happening in the core.

[[Image:Energon-Unicron-Sucks.jpg|230px|thumb|right|Make your own joke about this series sucking.]]

The ''[[Miranda II]]'' follows Unicron toward [[Circuit Planet]]. Aboard, most of the Autobots are healing in the infirmary.

Rad and Dr. Jones note that Optimus needs them to send all their remaining [[energon (fuel)|energon]]. Suddenly [[Primus]] speaks, bidding his Cybertron warriors to arise. An energy pulse bursts forth from Cybertron.

Omega and Optimus go to stop Unicron on their own, over the others' protests. Attacking solo, their combined form causes some damage, but mostly serves to incite Unicron to fire back. The ''Miranda II'' arrives in time to shield Prime. The other Autobots join the attack, and Prime and Omega together manage to inflict considerable damage.

Unicron glows and powers up, opens fire on the Autobots, then blasts Circuit Planet with his energy beams, destroying it. His men rendered inoperative, Optimus attacks again with Omega Supreme, with Unicron paying particular attention to him. As defeat seems imminent, Primus's energy pulse arrives from Cybertron, repowering and [[spontaneous recoloration|recoloring]] all the Autobots.

His limbs expanded to planet size, Optimus Supreme reaches out from the light and hurls Unicron away. The two titans face off in space.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
* [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]] (2)
* [[Jetfire (Armada)|Jetfire]] (3)
* [[Rodimus (Energon)|Rodimus]] (8)
* [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]] (9)
* [[Downshift (Energon)|Downshift]] (10)
* [[Cliffjumper (Energon)|Cliffjumper]] (11)
* [[Bulkhead (Energon)|Bulkhead]] (12)
* [[Wing Saber (Energon)|Wing Saber]] (13)
* [[Landmine (Energon)|Landmine]] (14)
* [[Ironhide (Energon)|Ironhide]] (15)
* [[Arcee (Energon)|Arcee]] (18)
* [[Roadblock (Energon)|Roadblock]] (21)
* [[Omega Supreme (Energon)|Omega Supreme]] (29)
* [[Prowl (Energon)|Prowl]] (30)

|c2=
* [[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]] (4)
* [[Cyclonus (Armada)|Snow Cat]] (5)
* [[Demolishor (Armada)|Demolishor]] (6)
* [[Tidal Wave (Armada)|Mirage]] (7)
* [[Scorponok (Energon)|Scorponok]] (19)
* [[Starscream (Armada)|Starscream]] (20)

|c3=
* [[Kicker Jones]] (16)
* [[Misha Miramond]] (17)
* [[Sally Jones]] (22)
* [[Brian Jones (Energon)|Brian Jones]] (23)
* [[Miranda Jones]] (24)
* [[Rad White]] (25)

|c4=
* [[Unicron]] (1)
* [[Primus]] (26)

}}

==Quotes==
"I need more Energon!"
"My, my men... Where, where... Where are all my men hiding?"
"We-need-Energon!"
"If I had any Energon I would give you some, so just back off! Now, tell me where are my men."
"They're mine, and I'm going to consume them!"
"No you're not. You'll have to get through me first, so you'd better tell me where they're hidi-"
"Energon!"
:-'''Unicron''' and '''Megatron''' have a conversation about nothing in particular.

"If my will is strong enough, the Autobots will prevail!"
:—'''Optimus Prime''' has a keen insight into Japanese story mechanics

"We must do what we can. We have no other option!"
:—'''Dr. Jones''' refuses to do things he can't do.

"Come on, Hot Shot! It's time to turn Unicron into a hunk of Swiss cheese!" 
"Forget cheese, Ironhide! Let's make sure we do what we came to do!"
:—'''Ironhide''' to '''Hot Shot''', who really doesn't understand metaphors at all

"Unbelievable. Unicron should have been destroyed. I will ''not'' allow him to win! ...no! I shall never give up! Even to my last breath! This ends here, Unicron!"
:—'''Optimus Prime''' rambles on in typical ''Energon'' fashion

==Notes==
===Lost in translation===
* The entire opening sequence is missing from the dub. It's just silent shots of Kicker, Ironhide, and Misha standing in the dark, in the rain, illuminated only by Ironhide's spotlights, gathered around a flower, in memory of Alpha Q. The omission makes it ''very'' confusing when the action cuts back to them later in the episode.
* In '''Super Link''', Unicron-Megatron says that all will be consumed when he first see him, showing that he has completely taken Megatron over. '''Energon''' says that everything will be consumed by Unicron, making it seem like Megatron has just gone insane and is now Unicron's servant rather than being possessed by him.
* Omega's ridiculous claim that "the laws of physics don't apply" is... ''slightly'' less ridiculous in ''Super Link'', since he says that ''size'' does not matter in this reality. Just ''mentioning'' that they're in a different reality, as they have been since passing through [[Rift (Energon)|the rift]], also helps. A little.
* In ''Super Link'', Snow Cat and Demolishor let Mirage get pulled back into Unicron by tentacles after realizing that ''saving'' him isn't very Decepticon-like. The dub omits the gag entirely.
* In the original, Megatron's Unicron face says that all will be consumed, and Megatron responds that he may consume any planets he wants, but cannot consume his subordinates. Unicron then reiterates that all includes them. The dub has the above Unicron-Megatron conversation, which makes much less sense...
* The ridiculous "If my will is strong" quote isn't entirely a dub fabrication; in fact, it's basically a simplified version of a long rant from Omega Supreme.
* Kicker suggests that Misha and Arcee "abandon ship". It's a mangled translation of Misha saying that they need to keep the ship away from Blizzard Planet's death throes.
* Yet again, Primus is omitted from the dub, replaced by "the core". Primus urges Rad and Dr. Jones to send the Autobots all of his power; the humans protest that this will kill him, but Primus points out that if they don't do it, the result will be the same. (In the next scene, Primus suddenly speaks.)
* Prime's monologue in the repair chambers: dub addition. The original features silence over the stark editing, explaining the severity of Prime's orders and concern for the others' safety in a following scene.
* All non-Optimus characters' lines after Unicron destroys Circuit Planet: dub additions. Notably absurd ones include Ironhide's "Did Optimus create all this?" and Kicker's "I think we made it, Optimus!"

===Pain count===
* "Uh?": 4
* Stock footage: 1
* "Time to": 2
* "We must"/"We've gotta": 4
* "Listen up, men": 1

===Animation and technical errors===
[[Image:E37 icannotunseeit.jpg|right|180px|thumb|Hey look, it's Barry Bonds!]]
* The image at right was produced.
* While strafing Unicron, Optimus's face is squished to half its normal height within his helmet.

===Continuity errors===
* Scorponok was last seen getting blown out of Unicron into space, and Ironhide, Misha and Kicker were with the other Autobots on the ''Miranda II''. How'd they get... wherever it is they are?
* [[The Power of Unicron|Last episode]], Megatron's possession by Unicron was represented by Orange eyes, the same as [[Shockblast]]. This time, he's covered in a green honeycomb pattern and has green eyes.
* While fighting Unicron, Optimus Supreme drops down and ''lands'' on one knee... in space. He then jumps up, ''pushing off'' of the same nonexistant plane he landed on.

===Trivia===
* Paramount Home Video's DVD release renamaes the episode as Optimus Supreme Bulks Up on the DVD title screen. The episode title card remains the same.
* ''Cameos'': [[Nekomimi A and Nekomimi B]] can barely be seen in the background of the cafeteria where the Joneses are eating.
* At one point, Hot Shot loses his gun, as it's knocked away by a piece of debris. Almost immediately, he powerlinks with Roadblock, allowing him to continue firing. It's a clever use of the powerlinx gimmick, something all too rare in the show.
* After so many episodes of [[Scott McNiel]] forced to [[Beast Wars|talk to himself]], it's now [[David Kaye]]'s turn. Unfortunately, the lines make absolutely no sense.

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2005 — ''Transformer: Super Link'' — Volume 010 ([[Interchannel]]) — Japanese audio only. 
[[Image:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2008 — ''Transformers: Energon'' — The Ultimate Collection ([[Paramount Pictures|Paramount]])

[[Category:Energon episodes]]

Crossing the Rubicon

2011-10-29T17:49:14Z

134.117.251.43: /* Notes */

{{episode
|series=BWtoon
|ep=48
|image=Crossing the Rubicon title shot.JPG
|caption=Man, female characters just can't catch a break.
|title="Crossing the Rubicon"
|production company= [[Mainframe Entertainment]]
|airdate= [[February 22]], 1999
|written by= [[D. C. Fontana]]
|directed by= [[Trenton Carlson]]
|animation studio= [[Mainframe Entertainment]]
|continuity= [[Beast Wars continuity]]
}}

'''After she experiments with the Transmetal Driver, Blackarachnia's core consciousness begins to crash.'''

==Synopsis==
[[Image:Crossing the Rubicon Blackarachnia driver.jpg|left|200px|thumb|Seriously, they never do get a break.]]
Some distance from [[Mount St. Hilary]], [[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackarachnia]] is setting up some equipment that will convert her into a [[Transmetal 2]]. However, [[Silverbolt (BW)|Silverbolt]] detects Blackarachnia's [[energy signature]], and, not understanding, pulls her from the machine. As Blackarachnia berates Silverbolt, she short circuits. Heading to the [[Maximal]] base, Rhinox concludes that the [[shell program]] is starting to degrade, and will erase her [[core consciousness]] if not treated soon. He can remove the shell, but it's never been done before.

Wandering off to think, Blackarachnia is followed by Silverbolt. She maintains that she's still a [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]], and that becoming a Maximal scares her. Silverbolt points out that she's only a Predacon due to [[Tarantulas (BW)|Tarantulas]], and deep down, she is one of the good guys. The touching moment is ruined when Blackarachnia short circuits again.

[[Image:Shell program.JPG|right|200px|thumb|Nice-looking arcade game.]]
In the lab, Blackarachnia has decided to go through with the procedure. Before she does, there is one last thing to do: transfer the access codes to the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]] to [[Optimus Primal]], thinking that he'd have the best chance to keep them from [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]]. They begin the shell removal, but it has safe guards that will destroy Blackarachnia's core consciousness. Rhinox is able to destroy the first one. At his [[Tarantulas's lair|lair]], Tarantulas discovers the removal process. He contacts Megatron, informing him of the situation. Megatron notes that such an act risks destroying [[Teletraan I (G1)|Teletron 1]]'s access codes, and conclude that she gave them to Primal. Tarantulas informs Megatron of his safeguards, but the Predacon leader decides to cause a little more trouble.

[[Image:Crossing the Rubicon Blackarachnia dead.jpg|left|200px|thumb|By Grabthar's hammer, you shall be avenged!]]
[[Inferno (BW)|Inferno]], [[Rampage (BW)|Rampage]], and [[Quickstrike (BW)|Quickstrike]] are sent under Tarantulas to attack the Maximals. Optimus leads [[Cheetor (BW)|Cheetor]] and [[Rattrap]] in the defense of the base. Rhinox is almost finished, but two more power surges head for her core consciousness. Rhinox blasts one, but Tarantulas fires a rocket which causes Rhinox to miss the other surge, which hits Blackarachnia's core consciousness and extinguishes her [[spark]]. Rhinox leaves to inform Optimus and allow Silverbolt to be alone. Upon leaving, Silverbolt snarls out "Tarantulas…".

[[Image:Crossing the Rubicon Blackarachnia TM beast.jpg|right|200px|thumb|She's back and she's... uh, she's back!]]
Detecting that his creation is dead, Tarantulas orders the Predacons to break off, as Rhinox tells the others. Gathering around Blackarachnia, they express their regrets over not giving her their full trust, if only for Silverbolt's sake. As Rattrap notices that the Fuzor is absent, Primal realizes what he's planning to do, and the Maximals head to stop him. Unseen, the Transmetal Driver begins to glow. Tracking down Tarantulas, Silverbolt easily defeats him and, with the villain unconscious, prepares to execute him. However, Rampage has been watching this and defeats Silverbolt. Preparing to strike the killing blow, Rampage is stopped—by Blackarachnia, now a Transmetal 2. Blackarachnia quickly defeats Rampage, and takes Silverbolt back to base.

In the control room, Blackarachnia explains to the Maximals that she saw only [[Dark Awakening|darkness, then a light]], and thought Silverbolt was in danger. Primal points out that her actions weren't very Maximal, but Silverbolt express their gratitude at her return. Blackarachnia warns Silverbolt to stop rushing after her, but to show no hard feelings, [[kiss]]es him, sending a power surge through him and disorienting him.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|h1=[[Maximal]]s|c1=
*[[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackarachnia]] (1)
*[[Silverbolt (BW)|Silverbolt]] (2)
*[[Optimus Primal]] (3)
*[[Rhinox (BW)|Rhinox]] (4)
*[[Cheetor (BW)|Cheetor]] (5)
*[[Rattrap]] (6)

|h2=[[Predacon (BW)|Predacons]]|c2=
*[[Tarantulas (BW)|Tarantulas]] (7)
*[[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]] (8)
*[[Rampage (BW)|Rampage]] (9)
*[[Quickstrike (BW)|Quickstrike]] (10)
*[[Inferno (BW)|Inferno]] (11)
}}

==Quotes==
"Oh, yeah. Sure. Like you were gonna help the Pred get more power." 
"Maximal or Predacon, you're one of us! You should know that by now."
:—'''Blackarachnia''' and '''Optimus Primal'''

'''Rhinox''': How do you feel? 
'''Blackarachnia''': Like someone's been playing 'squash the spider' with an energon bomb.
:—'''Blackarachnia''' gives a cheery view of her symptoms.

"See you soon, boys...if you're lucky."
:—'''Blackarachina''' says what she thinks may be her final words.

"Ahh, the avenging hero!"
:—'''Tarantulas''' on Silverbolt's attack

"Ah, such pain. I must help ''deepen'' it."
:—'''Rampage''', spying on Silverbolt

"Not a very Maximal approach." 
"Even when I'm good, I'm still bad."
:—'''Optimus Primal''' and '''Blackarachnia'''

==Notes==
*The Predacons' plan involved the whole Predacon army in a coordinated effort with the sole purpose to kill an incapacitated Blackarachnia so she stays dead. When you think about it, that's one of the more openly diabolical schemes in a cartoon that usually involves battles where the losers limp home to [[CR chamber]]s.
*Blackarachnia's spark produces a sound that's very similar to an electronic heartbeat. It even quickens and slows down at different points.
*Silverbolt isn't just trying to kill Tarantulas, he's trying to kill Tarantulas after the guy is already unconscious and utterly helpless (and, based on the way me mounted his sword, by impaling him no less...). This is a rather dark take on the character, though one that inadvertently sets up [[Jetstorm (BM)|a plot arc in ''Beast Machines'']].
*Megatron refers to Tarantulas as "lieutenant". A reference to his rank in the Predacon secret police.

===Animation and technical errors===
*Just as in "[[Proving Grounds]]", when Blackarachnia sits up in the scanning machine, the spider legs on her arms are missing.
*When the Predacons are attacking the Maximal base, Primal first has his blast shields on his shoulders while talking to Rattrap. Then, when the camera goes back to Optimus his blast shields are on his forearms where they are in his Beast Mode (and every other mode for that matter).

===Continuity errors===
*Not only in this episode, but apparently throughout season 3, Blackarachnia (pre-Transmetal) appears to have battle damage (grey areas) which disappears when she's in the base. It also seems that the damage is inconsistent, but in the same areas. Did she get into a fight between getting checked into the base and talking with Silverbolt outside? Or does the bright light of the base conceal her damaged body?
*Optimus Primal says "Maximize" despite already being in battle mode. Instead he changes to flight mode. In past episodes he has said "Optimus Primal—Flight Mode" to do this.
*Optimus Primal says that going off on your own isn't a very Maximal thing to do. Clearly he has not watched even a single episode of ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|Beast Wars]]'', since [[The Web|Cheetor, Rattrap]], [[The Agenda (Part 2)|Silverbolt]], [[Deep Metal|Depth Charge]], and [[Fallen Comrades|Tigatron]] have all done so at one point or another.

===Transformers references===
*Megatron's "bath time [[Rubber Ducky|rubber duckie]]" is seen again in this episode, but it has undergone a slight makeover. It now has metallic rings around it and an antenna on its head, probably a reference to the Transformers' Transmetal changes.
*After Tarantulas deduces that Blackarachnia transmitted the ''Ark''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s access codes to Optimus, Megatron notes that "fits in nicely with our little plan for him." That foreshadows [[Master Blaster|the next episode]].

===Real-world references===
*The Rubicon is a river in Italy. During the Roman Republic era, it was illegal for a Roman general to have his army cross it, thus protecting Rome from a military threat. Julius Caesar crossed it and started a civil war which would eventually lead to Rome switching from a republic to an empire. During this, he uttered, "Alea iacta est", latin for "the die is cast". Today, "crossing the Rubicon" is an idiom meaning to go past the point of no return.
*When Blackarachnia goes offline, a flatline, as one from hospital monitoring equipment, can be heard in the background.
*The Maximals seem to treat Blackarachnia's Shell Program as a cancerous brain tumor. Rhinox's description of it, and the risky surgery to remove it, seems to reference that fact.

===Foreign localization===
'''French'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Le Passage'''" (Canada, "The Passage")

'''Italian'''
:*''Title:'' '''Addio Arachnia''' ("Goodbye Arachnia")

'''Japanese'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Pikapikā Sha!'''" (ぴかぴかーしゃ!, "Sssshiny!")

'''Portuguese'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Atravessando o Rubicon'''" ("Crossing the Rubicon")

'''Spanish'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Cambiando de Bando'''" (America, "Switching Sides")

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
;VHS
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2000 — ''Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers: Metals'' — Sssshiny! ([[Geneon Universal Entertainment|Pioneer LDC]]) — Japanese audio only. 
[[Image:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2000 — ''Beast Wars: Transformers'' — Volume 3 ([[Universal]])
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2000 — ''Beast Wars: Transformers: Metals'' — DVD Box 2 (Pioneer LDC) — English and Japanese audio. 
[[Image:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2004 — ''Beast Wars: Transformers'' — The Complete Third Season ([[Rhino Entertainment|Rhinomation]]) 
[[Image:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2006 — ''Beast Wars: Transformers'' — Season 3 ([[Madman Entertainment]]) 
[[Image:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2009 — ''The Transformers: Beast Wars'' — Complete Collection (Madman Entertainment)

[[Category:Beast Wars episodes]]