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Zangetsu

2007-07-09T21:05:46Z

24.31.154.177: /* Trivia */

:''Zangetsu is a [[Sparkbot]] and servant of [[Unicron]] in the [[Kiss Players]] continuity.''

[[Image:KPSparkbot-Group.jpg|right|thumb|300px|When the white eagle of the north...]]

'''Zangetsu''' (残月) is one of the three [[Sparkbot]]s, who are secretly agents of Unicron. Zangetsu can fly, communicate telepathically and transport others through time when activated by a [[kiss]]. Zangetsu transforms from a flying, glowing sphere into a robotic hawk.

He has "attached" himself to [[Shao-Shao Li]] and uses her Kiss Player abilities to steal [[spark]] fragments from other Transformers.

==Fiction==
===Kiss Play Position===

In the year 2006 or 2007, Zangetsu, [[Angela]] and [[Star Dust]] suddenly appeared in the sky above the "[[Kiss Players]]" singing group at the [[Fortress Maximus|Brave Maximus]] Fortress concert of their world tour. The Sparkbots introduced themselves to the performers telepathically and insisted that the three humans in the group kiss them.

When [[Atari Hitotonari]], [[Shao-Shao Li]] and [[Marissa Faireborn]] complied, they were engulfed by a bright light and transported back to the [[Sherman Dam]] in the year 1985.

==Toys==
===Kiss Players===
* '''Kiss Players Sparkbot x3''' (Multi-pack, 2007)

: Available only in the Sparkbot three-pack with his teammates [[Angela]] and [[Star Dust]], Zangetsu is a bright white [[redeco]] of the [[Eggbird]]/[[Dark Eggbird]] mold, transforming from a sphere into a robotic bird of prey of some kind. He has a keychain attached to his breast.

: The Sparkbots set was only available at the Japanese "Toy Festival 2007" in March, and is --as far as anyone knows-- the final release in the ''Kiss Players'' toy line. The set also came with a new CD.

==Trivia==
*Zangetsu's name and color scheme were created by [[Yui Kano]], who also portrays his voice in the "Kiss Players" radio drama series.

*Zangetsu's name means "Crescent Moon" in Japanese.

*Zangetsu is also the name of Ichigo Kurosaki's Zanpakuto in the anime ''Bleach''.

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[[Category: Convention exclusives]]
[[Category: Dimension hoppers]]
[[Category: Japan-only characters]]
[[Category: Kiss Players]]
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Matrix (disambiguation)

2007-07-09T21:00:35Z

24.31.154.177:

The term '''Matrix''' can refer to many different things in Transformers fandom.

*The [[Matrix of Leadership]], also known as the '''Creation Matrix'''.

*The [[Decepticon Matrix]]

*The [[Reconfiguration Matrix]]

*The [[Energon Matrix|Energon Matrices]]

*The [[Galva-Matrix]]

*The [[Matrix of Conquest]]

*The [[Matrix Chamber|Matrix Chambers]]

*The [[Allspark_(dimension)|Allspark]]

*The [[Mini-Con Matrix]]

*The [[Matrix Cannon]]

*The [[Matrix of Purification]]

*The [[Defense Matrix]]

*The [[Dead Matrix]]

*The [[Omniversal Matrix]]

The Matrices should not be confused with...

*[[Vector Sigma]]

*The [[Oracle (G1)|Oracle]]

*The [[Zodiac]]

*The [[Doomstone]]

*The [[Spark of Combination]]

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Prime (rank)

2007-07-09T20:48:02Z

24.31.154.177: /* Cartoon continuity */

'''"Prime"''' is an Autobot rank of highest distinction in many Transformers continuities. It appears to be bestowed only on those that carry either the [[Creation Matrix]] or [[Matrix of Leadership]].

== Marvel Comic continuity==

The idea of Prime being a title/rank has its fullest expression here. A direct lineage of Creation Matrix bearers is established, each taking on a derivation of the name of their god [[Primus]]: [[Prima]], [[Prime Nova]], [[Sentinel Prime]], [[Optimus Prime]], and [[Rodimus Prime]].

Of note is that the name Prime has no real necessary relation to Autobot leadership here. Optimus Prime becomes a Prime long before he becomes the overall Autobot Commander. Rather, Prime is a religious title (as the Creation Matrix is a religious artifact: a relic of their god). The closest human analogue to a Prime might be the Pope.

== Cartoon continuity ==

The evidence for "Prime" being a rank here is weaker than elsewhere but the case can still be made. Though many Matrix-Bearers are seen, and all are by definition Autobot Leaders, only three are ever named; 2 Primes, 1 not: [[Alpha Trion]], [[Optimus Prime]], and [[Rodimus Prime]]. Without knowing any other names it is hard to make a concrete case here for "Prime" being a title given only to Matrix-Bearers.

Still, Optimus Prime named Rodimus, and it's hard to imagine him egotistically dubbing his successor with a derivation of his own name if "Prime" weren't traditional.

It is of note though that if it were, then "Prime" in this continuity would be a military/political title (since it is the Matrix of Leadership), rather than the religious title of the Marvel Comics.

''Japanese equivalent:'' '''[[Convoy]]'''

''('''Note''': Not all Convoys are Primes. If you can lead [[ant-droid]]s to a picnic, you're a Convoy in Japan.)

[[Category: Ranks]]
[[Category: Generation 1]]
[[Category: Religion]]
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Omnicon

2007-07-09T20:44:29Z

24.31.154.177: /* See also */

{{disambig2|the Energon subgroup|the Generation 1 subgroup|Omnibot}}

The '''Omnicons''' are [[Transformer]]s, larger than [[Mini-Con]]s but still fairly small, that have the ability to handle and process raw [[energon]]. They can convert this substance into useful tools and weapons, or into [[Energon star]]s.

The known Omnicons are

* [[Arcee (Energon)|Arcee]]
* [[Offshoot (Energon)|Offshoot]]
* [[Skyblast (Energon)|Skyblast]]
* [[Strongarm (Energon)|Strongarm]]
* [[Signal Flare]]

==Fiction==
===Dreamwave ''Energon'' comic===

===''Energon'' animated series===
There are hundreds of identical Omnicons, and large squads of them with identical body types are very common. However, they are not drones, but individuals with full capabilities for independent thought. They are led by Arcee, who has a unique bodyframe among the Omnicons.

==Toys==
''This section talks about toys representing Omnicons in general. For toys representing '''specific''' Omnicons, see their individual pages.''

===Attacktix===
[[Image:AttacktixOmniconS1.jpg|right|thumb|125px|Rosenkrantz]]

*'''Omnicon''' (Booster, 2006)
:''Attacktix ID number'': '''TF02'''

: Part of the first series of blind-packed "Booster" pieces that came two per pack, the first ''[[Attacktix]]'' Omnicon in this wave is a "generic" figure based on the [[Signal Flare]]/[[Offshoot (Energon)|Offshoot]] body design in mainly black and gold. It is a 10-point "Trooper" unit that fires a standard ''Attacktix'' missile. Its Special Power, "Battle Cry", allows you to make an extra attack on your next turn if you have any Autobot piece in play.

[[Image:AttacktixOmniconS2.jpg|left|125px|thumb|Guildenstern]]

*'''Omnicon''' (Booster, 2007)
:''Attacktix ID number'': '''TF02'''

: Part of the second-series Booster packs, the second ''Attacktix'' generic Omnicon uses the same mold as the first, but in black with dark blue. Like the previous series' Omnicon, it is a 10-point Trooper, but it instead has the "Shootback" Special Power, which allows the figure listed on the underside of the base an immediate free shooting attack (which figure gets the attack, though, is currently unknown).

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==See also==
*[[Terrorcon (Energon)]]

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[[Category: Attacktix]]
[[Category: Energon]]
[[Category: Mass-produced Transformers]]
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Herald of Unicron

2007-07-09T20:33:30Z

24.31.154.177: /* What is a "Herald?" */

[[Image:Blendtron_symbol.png|thumb|right|SHOUT AT THE DEVIL!]]

'''Herald of Unicron''' is a fan term for Transformers who serve, or have been reformatted by, [[Unicron]]. It is used in much the same way as [[shellformer]] or [[seeker]]; while not in any official sources, fanfictions are rife with it, making it part of the greater [[fanon]]. It mostly likely originates from the term "Herald of Galactus" from various Marvel comics, given the similarities between Unicron and Galactus.

==What is a "Herald?"==
While many characters are Unicron-related, not all of them are, in fact, Heralds. While the term is distinctly fan-based, it does carry certain stipulations. For example, Galvatron was rebuilt to serve Unicron and lead his "armada" of rebuilt Transformers, which include [[Cyclonus (G1)|Cyclonus]], [[Scourge (G1)|Scourge]], and anywhere from 2 to five [[Sweeps]]. Conversely, [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] cannot technically be concidered a Herald for the simple reason of his lack of loyalty. Starscream never intended to serve Unicron and so abandoned the Planet Eater after getting his reward.

==Insignia==
The insignia adopted by most fans for the Heralds is that used by the [[Beast Wars Neo]] sub-faction, the [[Blentron]]s. Admittedly, the symbol does look vaguely like Unicron, and the Blentrons were created by Unicron, so at least it's appropriate. Some custom sticker suppliers, like Reprolabels, have developed faction sigils and rub symbols with the Blentron logo as a "Herald of Unicron" faction symbol for characters who serve Unicron

==Known Heralds of Unicron==
Following is a short list of characters from various continuities that served Unicron, whether by free choice or by having their will stripped off of them like a banana peel.

* [[Galvatron (G1)]]
* [[Cyclonus (G1)]]
* [[Scourge (G1)]]
* [[Sweeps]]
* The [[Fallen]]
* The [[Blentron]]s
* The [[Mini-Con]]s were originally meant to be, but then [[Rad White|some kid]] screwed that up, which goes to show even squishy fleshlings have a chance against a world-devouring demi-god.
* [[Ramjet (Universe)]]

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Herald of Unicron

2007-07-09T20:27:12Z

24.31.154.177: /* Known Heralds of Unicron */

[[Image:Blendtron_symbol.png|thumb|right|SHOUT AT THE DEVIL!]]

'''Herald of Unicron''' is a fan term for Transformers who serve, or have been reformatted by, [[Unicron]]. It is used in much the same way as [[shellformer]] or [[seeker]]; while not in any official sources, fanfictions are rife with it, making it part of the greater [[fanon]]. It mostly likely originates from the term "Herald of Galactus" from various Marvel comics, given the similarities between Unicron and Galactus.

==What is a "Herald?"==
While many characters are Unicron-related, not all of them are, in fact, Heralds. While the term is distinctly fan-based, it does carry certain stipulations. For example, Galvatron was rebuilt to serve Unicron and lead his "armada" of rebuilt Transformers, which include [[Cyclonus (G1)]], [[Scourge (G1)]], and anywhere from 2 to five [[Sweeps]]. Conversely, [[Starscream (G1)]] cannot technically be concidered a Herald for the simple reason of his lack of loyalty. Starscream never intended to serve Unicron and so abandoned the Planet Eater after getting his reward.

==Insignia==
The insignia adopted by most fans for the Heralds is that used by the [[Beast Wars Neo]] sub-faction, the [[Blentron]]s. Admittedly, the symbol does look vaguely like Unicron, and the Blentrons were created by Unicron, so at least it's appropriate. Some custom sticker suppliers, like Reprolabels, have developed faction sigils and rub symbols with the Blentron logo as a "Herald of Unicron" faction symbol for characters who serve Unicron

==Known Heralds of Unicron==
Following is a short list of characters from various continuities that served Unicron, whether by free choice or by having their will stripped off of them like a banana peel.

* [[Galvatron (G1)]]
* [[Cyclonus (G1)]]
* [[Scourge (G1)]]
* [[Sweeps]]
* The [[Fallen]]
* The [[Blentron]]s
* The [[Mini-Con]]s were originally meant to be, but then [[Rad White|some kid]] screwed that up, which goes to show even squishy fleshlings have a chance against a world-devouring demi-god.
* [[Ramjet (Universe)]]

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Herald of Unicron

2007-07-09T20:26:27Z

24.31.154.177: /* Known Heralds of Unicron */

[[Image:Blendtron_symbol.png|thumb|right|SHOUT AT THE DEVIL!]]

'''Herald of Unicron''' is a fan term for Transformers who serve, or have been reformatted by, [[Unicron]]. It is used in much the same way as [[shellformer]] or [[seeker]]; while not in any official sources, fanfictions are rife with it, making it part of the greater [[fanon]]. It mostly likely originates from the term "Herald of Galactus" from various Marvel comics, given the similarities between Unicron and Galactus.

==What is a "Herald?"==
While many characters are Unicron-related, not all of them are, in fact, Heralds. While the term is distinctly fan-based, it does carry certain stipulations. For example, Galvatron was rebuilt to serve Unicron and lead his "armada" of rebuilt Transformers, which include [[Cyclonus (G1)]], [[Scourge (G1)]], and anywhere from 2 to five [[Sweeps]]. Conversely, [[Starscream (G1)]] cannot technically be concidered a Herald for the simple reason of his lack of loyalty. Starscream never intended to serve Unicron and so abandoned the Planet Eater after getting his reward.

==Insignia==
The insignia adopted by most fans for the Heralds is that used by the [[Beast Wars Neo]] sub-faction, the [[Blentron]]s. Admittedly, the symbol does look vaguely like Unicron, and the Blentrons were created by Unicron, so at least it's appropriate. Some custom sticker suppliers, like Reprolabels, have developed faction sigils and rub symbols with the Blentron logo as a "Herald of Unicron" faction symbol for characters who serve Unicron

==Known Heralds of Unicron==
Following is a short list of characters from various continuities that served Unicron, whether by free choice or by having their will stripped off of them like a banana peel.

* [[Galvatron (G1)]]
* [[Cyclonus (G1)]]
* [[Scourge (G1)]]
* [[Sweeps]]
* The [[Fallen]]
* The [[Blentron]]s
* The [[Mini-Con]]s were originally meant to be, but then [[Rad White|some kid]] screwed that up, which goes to show even squishy fleshlings have a chance against a world-devouring demi-god.
* [[Ramjet (Universe)]]

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[[Category:Unicron-related characters]]
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Herald of Unicron

2007-07-09T20:22:36Z

24.31.154.177: /* Known Heralds of Unicron */

[[Image:Blendtron_symbol.png|thumb|right|SHOUT AT THE DEVIL!]]

'''Herald of Unicron''' is a fan term for Transformers who serve, or have been reformatted by, [[Unicron]]. It is used in much the same way as [[shellformer]] or [[seeker]]; while not in any official sources, fanfictions are rife with it, making it part of the greater [[fanon]]. It mostly likely originates from the term "Herald of Galactus" from various Marvel comics, given the similarities between Unicron and Galactus.

==What is a "Herald?"==
While many characters are Unicron-related, not all of them are, in fact, Heralds. While the term is distinctly fan-based, it does carry certain stipulations. For example, Galvatron was rebuilt to serve Unicron and lead his "armada" of rebuilt Transformers, which include [[Cyclonus (G1)]], [[Scourge (G1)]], and anywhere from 2 to five [[Sweeps]]. Conversely, [[Starscream (G1)]] cannot technically be concidered a Herald for the simple reason of his lack of loyalty. Starscream never intended to serve Unicron and so abandoned the Planet Eater after getting his reward.

==Insignia==
The insignia adopted by most fans for the Heralds is that used by the [[Beast Wars Neo]] sub-faction, the [[Blentron]]s. Admittedly, the symbol does look vaguely like Unicron, and the Blentrons were created by Unicron, so at least it's appropriate. Some custom sticker suppliers, like Reprolabels, have developed faction sigils and rub symbols with the Blentron logo as a "Herald of Unicron" faction symbol for characters who serve Unicron

==Known Heralds of Unicron==
Following is a short list of characters from various continuities that served Unicron, whether by free choice or by having their will stripped off of them like a banana peel.

* [[Galvatron (G1)]]
* [[Cyclonus (G1)]]
* [[Scourge (G1)]]
* [[Sweeps]]
* The [[Fallen]]
* The [[Blentron]]s
* The [[Mini-Con]]s were originally meant to be, but then [[Rad White|some kid]] screwed that up, which goes to show even squishy fleshlings have a chance against a world-devouring demi-god.
* [[Ramjet (Universe)]]

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[[Category:Unicron-related characters]]
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Rodimus Prime (G1)

2007-07-09T20:18:23Z

24.31.154.177: Redirecting to Hot Rod

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Talk:Decepticlone

2007-07-09T20:07:52Z

24.31.154.177: /* Conflict */

==Additional Pic==
Man, this group shot should really be used somewhere.

[[Image:Meetthedecepticlones.jpg|thumb]]

Also, artillery and turret unit pics - but no pages yet. And now another group shot.

[[Image:Decepticlone_artillery.jpg|thumb|left]]

[[Image:Decepticlone turrent.jpg|thumb]]

[[Image:ThreeClones.jpg|thumb|left]]

Also also, Jhiaxus sent me an Australian minicomic which was a prequel to the game itself. Seems to have been distributed by game/toy shops and the like - written by Furman, art by Sullivan, inks by Baskerville and colors by Wildman. It makes use of the spider tanks and some really undersized Heavy Units... I'll scan it up when I can. --[[User:Monzo|Monzo]] 12:24, 9 December 2006 (UTC)

{{-}}

==Older Stuff==
http://toyfair06.asmzine.com/hasbro/hasbro-sw-tf-attacktix/slides/P1012569.sized.html

Here's the picture of a Decepticlone (shoot, I've been spelling Decepticon wrong all tonight, Haven't I?) from the Attacktix line. Finally the chance everyone has been waiitng for to own a Decepticlone in toy form. Or Not.

Someone may want to upload that picture in some form or other.
* That picture may not be entirely appropriate, because of the huge exaggerated arm. Can we get some screencaps from the game? --[[User:Suki Brits|Suki Brits]] 04:45, 13 March 2006 (UTC)

*I'll see what Google turns up, but it shouldn't be a problem. Incidentally, anyone know why the pic that IS there isn't thumbnailed right? I got all the words right.

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Do you have any confirmation regarding the actual origin of the Decepticlones, or is it just baseless assumption? Since there didn't seem to be any problem with ripping the boss Decepticons apart.

I'm pretty sure that they just needed generic enemies, since dozens-upon-dozens of Megatron's coming at you in every level would be pretty stupid.

That's pretty much what I meant, I think it was a combination of needing a common killable mea-no wait, Metal Bag.
I read it in various previews in magazines at the time approaching the games release. I admit I was slightly confused when I played the game and found the Bosses apparently dying too, when I had read that they hadn't been allowed to kill the named Transformers in that article. I assumed it meant Freely kill. Mind you, it does kinda ruin the flow the series, since Cyclonus and Tidelwave were both in the next series. <shurgs> Cool game though, but way too short.

Do [[:Image:Decepticlone bike.jpg|these guys]] actually appear in the game? The only pic I have of them is some early preview stuff. -[[User:Derik|Derik]] 08:35, 26 March 2006 (UTC)

Nope! No bikey in the game. Not even listed in the development art. - [[User: M Sipher]]

Ah cool. (It's in the assembly of clones you have as the main image though, you'll notice.)
Leave the image in place, when/if the game page takes proper shape I'll add a note for it as a canceled unit ont he bottom, alongside the gray light clones and green snipers. (I think proto colors are merely a prudent thing to keep track of in a fandom that recolors this often.) -[[User:Derik|Derik]] 08:56, 26 March 2006 (UTC)

Going through the various stuff I could find in terms of promos etc (I dont' actually own the game, surprise!) I ran across these two odd ducks:
http://makeashorterlink.com/?T18025CDC
The top appears to be a black Gurilla. I suppsoe it coudl be lighting.
The bottom is different unit based on the Medium Unit, this one is red, has a shield arm, and hops around like a goddamn ninja when you hit it. Were either of THESE int he final game? -[[User:Derik|Derik]] 13:04, 26 March 2006 (UTC)

I have temporarily linked the Turrent and Artillery links to their images, since Siph is probably going to make entries for these two bitch-to-snap-pics-of units later.

Speaking of- GOD DAMN that Artillery unit pic sucked two make. It's four different 'chunks' pasted together to make one decent picture.
In terms of categorization, Prima's Strategy guide describes an Artillery Unit as a piece of equipment used by Decepticlones, and it describes Sentry Drones as Decepticlones. Mildly interesting. -[[User:Derik|Derik]] 13:55, 26 March 2006 (UTC)

A categroy for Decepticlones seems a little redundant when you have this entry that has a list with links to all of them. Also, this entry should be Decepticlones, plural. (Just my opinion.) -[[User:Derik|Derik]] 14:42, 26 March 2006 (UTC)

==Conflict==
Let me guess, Megatron attempted to start his own [[Starwarswiki:Clone Wars|Clone War]]?<div id="wikia-credits"><br /><br /><small>From [http://transformers.wikia.com Teletraan I: The Transformers Wiki], a [http://www.wikia.com Wikia] wiki.</small></div>

Talk:Decepticlone

2007-07-09T20:05:15Z

24.31.154.177:

==Additional Pic==
Man, this group shot should really be used somewhere.

[[Image:Meetthedecepticlones.jpg|thumb]]

Also, artillery and turret unit pics - but no pages yet. And now another group shot.

[[Image:Decepticlone_artillery.jpg|thumb|left]]

[[Image:Decepticlone turrent.jpg|thumb]]

[[Image:ThreeClones.jpg|thumb|left]]

Also also, Jhiaxus sent me an Australian minicomic which was a prequel to the game itself. Seems to have been distributed by game/toy shops and the like - written by Furman, art by Sullivan, inks by Baskerville and colors by Wildman. It makes use of the spider tanks and some really undersized Heavy Units... I'll scan it up when I can. --[[User:Monzo|Monzo]] 12:24, 9 December 2006 (UTC)

{{-}}

==Older Stuff==
http://toyfair06.asmzine.com/hasbro/hasbro-sw-tf-attacktix/slides/P1012569.sized.html

Here's the picture of a Decepticlone (shoot, I've been spelling Decepticon wrong all tonight, Haven't I?) from the Attacktix line. Finally the chance everyone has been waiitng for to own a Decepticlone in toy form. Or Not.

Someone may want to upload that picture in some form or other.
* That picture may not be entirely appropriate, because of the huge exaggerated arm. Can we get some screencaps from the game? --[[User:Suki Brits|Suki Brits]] 04:45, 13 March 2006 (UTC)

*I'll see what Google turns up, but it shouldn't be a problem. Incidentally, anyone know why the pic that IS there isn't thumbnailed right? I got all the words right.

----
Do you have any confirmation regarding the actual origin of the Decepticlones, or is it just baseless assumption? Since there didn't seem to be any problem with ripping the boss Decepticons apart.

I'm pretty sure that they just needed generic enemies, since dozens-upon-dozens of Megatron's coming at you in every level would be pretty stupid.

That's pretty much what I meant, I think it was a combination of needing a common killable mea-no wait, Metal Bag.
I read it in various previews in magazines at the time approaching the games release. I admit I was slightly confused when I played the game and found the Bosses apparently dying too, when I had read that they hadn't been allowed to kill the named Transformers in that article. I assumed it meant Freely kill. Mind you, it does kinda ruin the flow the series, since Cyclonus and Tidelwave were both in the next series. <shurgs> Cool game though, but way too short.

Do [[:Image:Decepticlone bike.jpg|these guys]] actually appear in the game? The only pic I have of them is some early preview stuff. -[[User:Derik|Derik]] 08:35, 26 March 2006 (UTC)

Nope! No bikey in the game. Not even listed in the development art. - [[User: M Sipher]]

Ah cool. (It's in the assembly of clones you have as the main image though, you'll notice.)
Leave the image in place, when/if the game page takes proper shape I'll add a note for it as a canceled unit ont he bottom, alongside the gray light clones and green snipers. (I think proto colors are merely a prudent thing to keep track of in a fandom that recolors this often.) -[[User:Derik|Derik]] 08:56, 26 March 2006 (UTC)

Going through the various stuff I could find in terms of promos etc (I dont' actually own the game, surprise!) I ran across these two odd ducks:
http://makeashorterlink.com/?T18025CDC
The top appears to be a black Gurilla. I suppsoe it coudl be lighting.
The bottom is different unit based on the Medium Unit, this one is red, has a shield arm, and hops around like a goddamn ninja when you hit it. Were either of THESE int he final game? -[[User:Derik|Derik]] 13:04, 26 March 2006 (UTC)

I have temporarily linked the Turrent and Artillery links to their images, since Siph is probably going to make entries for these two bitch-to-snap-pics-of units later.

Speaking of- GOD DAMN that Artillery unit pic sucked two make. It's four different 'chunks' pasted together to make one decent picture.
In terms of categorization, Prima's Strategy guide describes an Artillery Unit as a piece of equipment used by Decepticlones, and it describes Sentry Drones as Decepticlones. Mildly interesting. -[[User:Derik|Derik]] 13:55, 26 March 2006 (UTC)

A categroy for Decepticlones seems a little redundant when you have this entry that has a list with links to all of them. Also, this entry should be Decepticlones, plural. (Just my opinion.) -[[User:Derik|Derik]] 14:42, 26 March 2006 (UTC)

==Conflict==
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Judy Witwicky

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:''Judy Witwicky is a [[human]] in the [[Movie (franchise)|Transformers 2007 film]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:Judywitwicky.jpg|right|thumb|150px|And this expression is why they never mention Mrs. Witwicky in any other continuity.]]

'''Judith Witwicky''' is [[Samuel James Witwicky|Sam Witwicky]]'s mom and [[Ronald Witwicky]]'s wife. She is very protective of [[Mojo|her dog]] and her garden. She is strict when it comes to discipline, but still understanding and supportive of the men in her life.

She doesn't mind if you masturbate. [[Autobot|Giant robot]]s in her backyard are another story.

==Fiction==
===''Prime Directives'' preview comics===
===''Transformers'' 2007 film===
''Actor:'' [[Julie White]]

{{Spoiler}}

On the day that Sam's [[Bumblebee (Movie)|new car]] chased him around town, she was enjoying an evening of television and a little drinking with her husband when Sam came home three minutes past his curfew. Judy felt that he should be grounded for this, but Ron -- what a pushover -- let him off the hook. While the Autobots milled around in her back yard (and crushed her new water fountain), Sam and [[Mikaela Banes|Mikaela]] snuck into Sam's room to look for [[Archibald Witwicky]]'s [[glasses]]. Just a few minutes later [[Ratchet (Movie)|Ratchet]] accidentally stumbled into the house's power lines, cutting the block's electricity, and fell down. Ron thought it was an earthquake and took cover under the dining room table. Amazed and still sitting on the couch, Judy looked over to him and asked, "How'd you get in there so fast?"

Just a moment later, they headed upstairs to Sam's room, from where noises and lights were originating. She begged Sam to open his locked door before Ron started counting. Just before Ron reached zero, Sam opened up. Judy asked him why he was all grimey and sweaty. He was acting strangely. She asked -- not judgementally, just trying to get to the bottom of things -- if he'd been masturbating. She seemed to be the only person not embarassed by this. Eventually, Mikaela -- who had been hiding -- stood up to try to explain things. Judy was delighted to realize that Sam had been hiding a girl in his room. She complimented Mikaela and apologized for making her sit through their "family discussion". Mikaela told Sam she thought his mother was very nice.

Sam and Mikaela then went down to get his backpack from the kitchen, but they were inturrupted when [[Sector Seven|government agents]] swarmed the house, stepping all over her flower beds, and started asking questions. Judy bravely stood up to the men, threatening to kick their asses for touching her plants, but eventually the whole family was carted off.

Much later, after the [[Decepticon]]s were defeated, Judy and Ron were interviewed for a newscast of some sort. They pish-poshed the idea that aliens had been tromping around the area, and expressed their faith that the government would let us know about that sort of thing if it were going on. After the interview, Judy awkwardly pointed out that their interviewer's head is a different shape in person than on TV.

==Trivia==
* According to writer [[Roberto Orci]], Judy was named after his mother-in-law. [http://www.iesb.net/index.php?option=com_ezine&task=read&page=1&category=2&article=2718]

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Matrix of Conquest

2007-07-09T11:34:23Z

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{{Template:Disambig3|Matrix}}

:''The Matrix of Conquest is a powerful artifact in the [[Beast Wars]] portion of the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]]. It should not be confused with the [[Decepticon Matrix]] referred to in [[Generation 1]].''
[[Image:Matrix of conquest.jpg|thumb|That's one badass steering wheel...]]

The '''Decepticon Matrix of Conquest''' is [[Unicron]]'s essence as used by [[Shokaract]].

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Matrix of Conquest

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{{Template:Disambig3|Matrix}}

:''The Matrix of Conquest is a powerful artifact in the [[Beast Wars]] portion of the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]]. It should not be confused with the [[Decepticon Matrix]] referred to in [[Generation 1]].''
[[Image:Matrix of conquest.jpg|thumb|That's one badass steering wheel...]]

The '''[[Decepticon Matrix of Conquest]]''' is [[Unicron]]'s essence as used by [[Shokaract]].

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Matrix of Leadership

2007-07-09T11:32:04Z

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{{Template:Disambig3|Matrix}}

[[Image:Matrix.jpg|thumb|right|300px|You put the life in the coconut.]]

The '''Autobot Matrix of Leadership''' (sometimes the '''Creation Matrix''') is an artifact of great power. It is traditionally carried by the current Autobot Leader.

Much about the Matrix remains a mystery, including its exact composition. It generally appears as a hollow, spherical metal shell with two handles on either side and with a core sphere of blueish crystal at its center.

The Matrix is the one thing, the only thing which [[Unicron]] fears.

''(The exact nature and power of the Matrix varied according to continuity. See individual entries below for details.)''

== Fiction ==

==Generation One==

===Marvel Comics continuity===

<i>(Events from the UK-only comics are in italics.)</i>

[[Image:Creation Matrix 65.jpg|left|150px|thumb|The Creation Matrix was the [[Leader-1]]'s-head of the Marvel comic. Can't be drawn the same way twice.]]

Called the '''Creation Matrix''' (or the '''Genetic Matrix''' by the [[Keeper]]), it contains the essence of the Transformer's creator-god [[Primus]], making it the one thing that can destroy Unicron. Possessing the Creation Matrix allows the bearer to grant new Transformer life to otherwise unsentient constructs. Also, when the human [[Buster Witwicky]] was in possession of it, he exhibited telekinetic power over all machines.

The fact that the Matrix was a physical object was generally unknown to all but [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] himself by the time of the [[Earth|Terran]] battles. But the powers of the Matrix weren't limited to the shell in his chest anyway. When his severed head was held captive by [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], the Decepticon was able to force Prime to give life to the [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicons]], even though the Autobots had his body (and therefore the physical Matrix) in the [[Ark]]. While it's possible that the power was simply being channeled ([[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] would do just that to create the [[Stunticon]]s), that seems unlikely given Prime's solution to the problem. When Buster infiltrated the Decepticon base, Prime had him connect electric cables between their heads, and he transferred the Matrix power into the human. Shockwave would later admit that he had been thwarted, as it had become impossible for Prime to create any new life.

Eventually Prime was rescued, and Buster returned the power to him, further cementing the notion that actual, usable Matrix energy had existed outside of the shell. And, as mentioned earlier, Megatron found yet another way to access the power. [[Bombshell]] planted a cerebro-shell in Optimus, and while it failed to take over his mind, it <i>did</i> provide some kind of conduit to the Matrix. Using Soundwave's broadcast abilities, Megatron tapped into the Matrix power when Prime gave life to the [[Aerialbot|Aerialbots]]. Thus, the Stunticons were born.

Not realizing his monopoly on the Matrix had been compromised anyway, Prime kept the secret of its physical shell very (pardon the pun) close to the chest. This would prove an unfortunate choice. When he died, his Autobot followers launched his body into space in accordance with a funereal rite. It landed on a distant planet's moon called VsQs, where it lay mostly undisturbed for a while. There, the Matrix exhibited a rudimentary consciousness that was aware of the passage of time and referred it itself as the collective of its past holders. It wasn't <i>literally</i> an amalgam of their souls, but rather a new, childlike, amoral being that had known the goodness of its Autobot bearers and now wanted more.

[[Image:Geneticmatrix.jpg|right|thumb|150px|No one can be told what the Matrix is. Because Optimus is an idiot.]]

It got a chance at new experience when a dying [[Deathbringer]] crashed on VsQs and touched the Matrix. The Deathbringer - who had been dedicated to ending unnecessary suffering - was warped into a new and very powerful being who sought to destroy <i>all</i> life. Though he left the Matrix in Prime's body, he still carried some of its energy, and the Matrix reveled in the vicarious experience of evil.

That curiosity found more expression when an insectoid creature crawled into Prime's corpse's chest cavity and became the next recipient of the Matrix's power. The Matrix was fascinated that the creature seemed to be meant to do nothing but destroy, so it re-created the thing into a larger, more powerful predator. The monster attacked a team of astronauts that had set up a research station on VsQs, killing nearly all of them. At least one escaped, who crashed in the seas of [[Pequod]], another planet in the same solar system. "Awash with Matrix energy," he was swallowed by a [[klud]], which ingested the energy.

Meanwhile, Optimus had been resurrected in a new body, and when he became aware of the threat of Unicron, he realized he needed to find the Matrix again. So he sent search parties to track down the funeral barge, which piqued [[Thunderwing (G1)|Thunderwing's]] curiosity. As the opposing teams dodged each other, they eventually set their sights on Pequod, where the klud had been attracting attention because its species was supposed to have been extinct. Thunderwing, who believed himself to have an affinity with the Matrix, was able to psychically link with the Matrix-infused beast and see the memory of swallowing the dying scientist. Recognizing the "VsQs" stamp on his equipment, Thunderwing set out for that moon.

Once there, both sides battled the creature the Matrix had created, which had grown to enormous size. And it was Thunderwing who killed the beast and took the Matrix itself. The Decepticon immediately attacked the spaceborne [[Ark]], manifesting the Matrix power in the form of a giant, vaguely humanoid energy field around himself. The Matrix began to speak through him, delighting in the firsthand experience of evil. When he realized he was being possessed, he tried to mentally battle the Matrix, but to no avail. The Autobots managed to win the fight only barely, getting Thunderwing off the Ark and then leaving him stranded in space.

The Matrix took time to heal Thunderwing's body, then set out for Cybertron. Coincidentally, it arrived just as Unicron was trying to destroy the planet. The Matrix-creature fought Unicron, but Unicron defeated it because it had become evil, and Unicron was more powerful in that realm. It took Optimus Prime's touch to cleanse the Matrix of its taint and reveal once again its essential purity. Rocketing into the Chaos-Bringer's maw, Prime opened the Matrix, destroying both it and Unicron.

And it should've killed Prime too, but when his decimated body was found, it was still kept alive by that pesky leftover Matrix energy. That body <i>did</i> soon die, but Prime's consciousness transferred to [[Hi-Q]], who was later re-created into a new Optimus by the [[Last Autobot]]. This new body still contained Matrix energy, which the Decepticons coveted. Megatron defeated him in battle and sucked the energy into a siphon, which became the de facto new Matrix. He used it to create many new warriors, such as the [[Laser Rod]]s and [[Rotor Force]].

Then Starscream took it and used it on himself, merging with the [[Warworld]] and reshaping the interior of the ship. However, unlike with Thunderwing, Starscream found his own evil being subverted by the Matrix's goodness. Afraid of being changed, he returned the Matrix to Prime, and when Prime was consumed by the [[Swarm]], he gave the Matrix to <i>it.</i> This completely reversed the nature of the Swarm. It had previously been a physically dark, destructive cloud, but it suddenly became a bright "force for life" that made all the Transformers totally blissed out. It also re-created Prime, though it's unclear whether this new body still contained Matrix energy, or what form the Matrix then existed in at all.

[[Image:MatrixCoconut1.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Will I become a great Autobot leader?" <br> "All signs point to no."]]

So, when it's all said and done, the known Matrix-bearers are:
*[[Prima]]
*[[Prime Nova]]
*[[Sentinel Prime]]
*[[Optimus_Prime_(G1)|Optimus Prime]]
*[[Buster Witwicky]]
*<i>[[Rodimus Prime]]</i>
*[[Thunderwing_(G1)|Thunderwing]]
*[[Starscream_(G1)|Starscream]]
*<i>[[Ghyrik|General Ghyrik]]</i>

''('''Note:''' In the later [[BotCon]] text story [[Reaching the Omega Point]], [[Primon]] is added to the list though he is never mentioned elsewhere. Not even by the Matrix itself.)''

''('''Note:''' The Matrix was originally portrayed as a life-granting computer program within Optimus Prime's mind, which accounts for the incongruous early comic stories. After [[The Transformers: The Movie]] established it as a physical object, [[Simon Furman]] [[retcon]]ned it into being such in the comics as well, first in the UK then the US books. Powermaster Prime's ''[[Transformers Universe (Marvel comic)|Universe]]'' profile clarified that the program was encoded in light patterns within the Matrix's crystal core.)''

{{-}}

===Animated continuity===

[[Image:Matrix_5faces4_7.jpg|left|thumb|200px|My preciousssss!]]

Called '''The Matrix of Leadership''' or '''Autobot Matrix''' or some combination of the two is an artifact of great power which holds within it the accumulated wisdom of past Autobot leaders. As such, it is traditionally carried by the current Autobot Leader.

Why the Matrix is the one thing, the <i>only</i> thing, which [[Unicron]] fears is not quite clear, but it seems to be in some way connected to [[Oracle (G1)|Primacron's Assistant]]. It generally displays no powers beyond granting wisdom/visions and acting as a key to [[Vector Sigma]]. However it does, on occasion, seem capable of empowering and upgrading a Transformers physical form.

[[Image:MovieMagnus_matrix.jpg|right|thumb|150px|"Will I at least get to <i>use</i> the Matrix?"<br>"No! Quit asking."]]

In the distant past, the scientist [[Primacron]] and his [[Oracle (G1)|assistant]] created some of the first, primitive Transformers ''(how exactly this connects to their Quintessonian origin revealed elsewhere in the Cartoon is unrevealed).'' Primacron eventually created Unicron, who rebeled against his maker. In the ensuing conflict Primacron was badly injured and his robotic-seeming assistant appeared destroyed. His Assistant survived however and out of his remains rose what appeared to be the Autobot Matrix of Leadership which then flew off into space. ''(The exact meaning and import of this flashback is unclear, but it seems to suggest the Matrix began as the essence of Primacron's assistant.)''

The Matrix of Leadership first documented appearance in modern times occurred when a dying [[Optimus Prime]] passed it, and Autobot Leadership to his chosen successor, [[Ultra Magnus]].

[[Image:Dark_awakening_matrix.jpg|left|thumb|150px|"Swap Matrix for braaainnns?"]]

Before passing away, Prime spoke of a prophecy - that one day, "The Chosen One" would rise from the ranks of the Autobots, and use the power of the Matrix to light the Transformers' darkest hour. That darkest hour soon came upon Cybertron in the form of the world-eater, [[Unicron]], who knew that the Matrix's power was the one thing that could destroy him. Recreating Decepticon leader [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] as [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]], he dispatched him to steal the Matrix, but when Galvatron obtained the talisman, he tried and failed to use its power against Unicron. Ultimately, the Chosen One who could open the Matrix proved to be the youthful [[Hot Rod (G1)|Hot Rod]], who reclaimed the Matrix and was transformed by its power into [[Rodimus Prime]], before opening it within Unicron and releasing its power, which tore Unicron apart from within.

Later, when injured in battle, Rodimus's consciousness briefly entered the Matrix itself, and he discovered that it was more than a mere source of energy - it, in fact, contained the amassed wisdom of deceased Autobot leaders throughout history. Venturing into the Matrix a second time, Rodimus was shown the history of Cybertron by the ancient Autobots whose consciousnesses existed within the Matrix, revealing to him the [[Quintessons]] role in the creation of the Transformers. When he was resurrected, Optimus Prime later did the same thing when faced with the [[Hate Plague]], (which he ALSO seemed to claim as their "darkest hour"). To cure the madness of the plague he expelled all of the wisdom from within the Matrix, saving the universe, but emptying the Matrix and leaving only a shell. He claimed they would have to start filling it with wisdom again, from that moment on.

Optimus Prime eventually used the shell of the Matrix as a substitute key to access [[Vector Sigma]].

[[Image:Matrix_burden_2.jpg|left|thumb|150px|Decepticons using the Matrix either become disgusting freaks...]]
[[Image:Matrix_burden_1.jpg|right|thumb|150px|...or get harassed by the ghost of Robocop.]]

The only named robots known to have possessed the Matrix of Leadership in the cartoon are:
*[[Optimus Prime]]
*[[Rodimus Prime]]
*[[Ultra Magnus]]
*[[Scourge_(G1)|Scourge]]

Over a dozen more past Autobot leaders were seen within it at various points, but none of them were ever given names.

{{ - }}

===Japanese continuity===
{{see|Energon Matrix}}

In Japan, the original Matrix held by Optimus and Rodimus Prime was portrayed more as a power source than anything else, though its power did apparently determine which faction Vector Sigma would obey. ''(Once the Matrix was depowered in Return of Optimus Prime, Vector Sigma became open to either Autobots or Decepticons controlling it, and by extension the planet.)''

In later Japanese continuity a Matrix was seemingly carried by any individual with high rank. Therefore, there are many distinct Matrices. ''(It is unknown what relation, if any, these have to the original.)'' They tend to be weapons of extreme power and last resort. Accessing them, or having two of them in close proximity, can "power-up" their possessors into temporarily enhanced forms.

*[[Optimus_Primal|Beast Convoy]]
*[[Leo Prime]]
*[[Lio Junior]] (a copy of Leo Prime's)
*[[Big Convoy]]

===Dreamwave comics continuity===

[[Image:Ancients.jpg|thumb|left|Matrix-shaped platform above the Oracle Tank]]

Prior to Optimus, the Matrix was held by [[Sentinel Prime]], an Autobot leader killed by Megatron in an attempt to gain possession of the artifact. But Sentinel had already given up the Matrix for reasons unknown (perhaps foreseeing his own death), passing it to the [[Council of Ancients]], who chose a data archivist named Optronix as the new bearer. Optronix and the Matrix were lowered into the [[Oracle Tank]], with the words "Fill this sacred vessel with the wisdom of the ages", though it may be that the council was referring to Optronix and not the Matrix. Like [[Hot Rod]], Optronix - now [[Optimus_Prime_(G1)|Optimus Prime]] - is physically changed by the installation of the Matrix, his frame altered to become larger and more powerful. Soon after, he is attacked by Megatron who cracks open his form and exposes the Matrix, which shows both Optimus and Megatron visions of the future, seeming to transport them to [[Earth]], then to [[Nebulon]]. It is implied that Optimus somehow uses the Matrix to force Megatron to forget these visions, though how much knowledge he himself retains is unknown.

Before the Autobots leave for [[Cybertron_(planet)|Cybertron]] on the [[Ark II]], Optimus Prime gives [[Spike Witwicky]] a piece of the Matrix to safeguard during their journey. The Ark II crashes, but when Spike and Optimus are reunited, Spike returns the piece to him. Optimus uses the complete Matrix of Leadership to awaken his deactivated troops and call them to him.

[[Image:Matrix back.jpg|thumb|A Dreamwave newsletter provides us a seldom-seen image of the ''back'' of the Matrix.]]
After returning to Cybertron, a chain of events ultimately leads Optimus Prime to a confrontation with [[Shockwave]] in the chamber containing Vector Sigma. Shockwave transforms and blows open Optimus Prime, claiming the Matrix for himself and using it to access Vector Sigma's databanks. Shockwave was defeated by [[Ultra Magnus]] and the Matrix returned to Optimus Prime, but the forceful removal of the Matrix from his body combined with the long period of time spent without it caused a great deal of trauma to his systems, necessitating an extended session in a CR chamber to recover, and suggesting that at least in the [[Dreamwave]] comics the Matrix actually integrates with the systems of its holder to some degree rather than merely residing inside them.

{{ - }}

==Beast Wars==
In the [[1990]]s animated series, [[Beast Wars]] and [[Beast Machines]] series, the nature of the Matrix was explored and evolved.

These series used "The Matrix" as a term that referred not merely to the physical object, but to an actual other-dimensional realm - the Transformer [[afterlife]] also called the [[Allspark (dimension)|Allspark]], the well of all sparks that are, have been, or ever shall be. From the Allspark springs all Transformer life, and when a Transformer dies, their spark returns to the Allspark, sharing its life experience with the collective, creating a huge store of accumulated wisdom and knowledge. Understanding this, it can be retroactively assumed that the physical Matrix object wielded by Autobot leaders in the cartoon continuity is not simply a storehouse of knowledge itself, but rather, a gateway to this afterlife realm. Similarly, this also explains its ability to bestow life as seen in the comic book continuity - by transferring a spark from the Allspark through its connection to the realm.

''(According to the story editors, the Matrix was also used as a nickname in the Beast Wars series for the facility which produced [[Maximal]] [[protoform]]s, though this information was never introduced in the show.)''

===''Universe: Primeval Dawn''===

[[Image:Sparkholderprimevaldawn.jpg|left|220px|thumb|The Matrix, beneath Prime's "spark holder".]]

After the Beast Wars, [[Tarantulas]] was reborn, intending to use his new [[Vok]] powers to steal the Matrix and warp reality to his liking. To protect the timestream, the Vok took the Matrix of Leadership from the unconscious Optimus Prime residing within the Ark, used it to create [[Primal Prime]], then gave the Matrix to their new creation. In the following battle, however, Tarantulas was able to overpower Primal Prime and rip the Matrix from his body.

''('''Note''': In the Beast Wars cartoon, Prime's spark was shown to be contained in a Matrix-like vessel. In [[Universe (comic)|Primeval Dawn]], that vessel was shown to be merely a container for his spark, and the actual Matrix was hidden underneath.)''

==Unicron Trilogy==
===Animated continuity===

[[Image:ArmadaMatrix.jpg|left|thumb|Armada's version of the Matrix]]

[[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]] tried to pass the Matrix on to [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]] before he warped into space with [[Jetfire (Armada)|Jetfire]], but Hot Shot refused it, not feeling himself worthy.

When Optimus died standing purposefully in the path of the [[Hydra Cannon]] blast meant for Earth, Prime's [[Mini-Con]] partner [[Sparkplug (Armada)|Sparkplug]] held on to the Matrix, floating helplessly until rescued.

Later, it was the Mini-Cons who resurrected Prime, entering the Matrix and reconstructing a new body for him. Some time later, Unicron forced Prime to face the fact that on some level he enjoyed the thrill of combat. Following Unicron's defeat, Galvatron challenged Optimus to one final, furious battle. Prime choose to discard the Matrix at this time, flinging it into the void of space, so that he could battle Galvatron not as the leader of the Autobots, but as himself.

(How Optimus Prime got the Matrix back after this is uncertain.)

''Note: Although in Energon Optimus Prime appears to have a permanent Matrix-like structure (complete with handles and all!) in his chest, this is not the case! The devise located in his chest is the [[Spark of Combination]] and not the Matrix of Leadership''

In Transformers Cybertron, Optimus Prime uses the Matrix of Leadership to widen [[Vector Prime_(UT)|Vector Prime]]'s dimension gates. Optimus Prime's distinctive [[cyber key]] is unique because of the influence of his Matrix.

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''New Year Convoy''' (2002)
: He comes with the Matrix of Leadership!

*'''[[Galvatron II]]''' (2005)
: He comes with the Creation Matrix! It's green.

===Robots in Disguise===
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2000, 2001)
: ''[[Robots in Disguise]]'' [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus Prime]] has a little door on his chest that hides a sculpted Matrix. It cannot be removed.

===20th Anniversary/Masterpiece===
* '''Optimus Prime''' (2003/2004)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''MP-01'''
: 20th Anniversary Optimus Prime includes a removable vacuum-metalized Matrix of Leadership that can also be pulled open.

* '''Ultra Magnus'''
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''MP-02'''
: He had it too.

* '''Convoy Perfect Edition''' (2006)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''MP-04'''
: He still had it here.

===Armada===
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Super Base, 2002/2003)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''MC-01'''

:The large version of ''[[Armada (franchise)|Armada]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]] has a non-removable Matrix of Leadership behind the grill on his chest. This feature was kept for the various [[redeco]]s of this mold.

===Cybertron===
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2005)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''GC-01'''

:''[[Cybertron (franchise)|Cybertron]]'' Optimus Prime has a removable Matrix of Leadership in his chest. This feature was kept for the "Galaxy Force Optimus Prime" redeco.

===Classics===
*'''Optimus Prime''' (20th Anniversary DVD Edition, 2006)
:Yep, this version of the 20th Anniversary Optimus Prime mold still has the Matrix.

==Trivia==
*When asked about the visual design of the Matrix in an interview, [[Floro Dery]]'s reply was, "The inspiration for the Matrix of Leadership is a thermonuclear bomb."<ref>[http://transformersph.blogspot.com/2007/06/interview-with-floro-dery.html TransFormers Philippines: Interview With Floro Dery]</ref> "Light our darkest hour" indeed.

==Footnotes==
<references />

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[[Category: Religion]]
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Matrix of Leadership

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{{Template:Disambig3|Matrix}}

[[Image:Matrix.jpg|thumb|right|300px|You put the life in the coconut.]]

The '''[[Autobot Matrix]] of Leadership''' (sometimes the '''Creation Matrix''') is an artifact of great power. It is traditionally carried by the current Autobot Leader.

Much about the Matrix remains a mystery, including its exact composition. It generally appears as a hollow, spherical metal shell with two handles on either side and with a core sphere of blueish crystal at its center.

The Matrix is the one thing, the only thing which [[Unicron]] fears.

''(The exact nature and power of the Matrix varied according to continuity. See individual entries below for details.)''

== Fiction ==

==Generation One==

===Marvel Comics continuity===

<i>(Events from the UK-only comics are in italics.)</i>

[[Image:Creation Matrix 65.jpg|left|150px|thumb|The Creation Matrix was the [[Leader-1]]'s-head of the Marvel comic. Can't be drawn the same way twice.]]

Called the '''Creation Matrix''' (or the '''Genetic Matrix''' by the [[Keeper]]), it contains the essence of the Transformer's creator-god [[Primus]], making it the one thing that can destroy Unicron. Possessing the Creation Matrix allows the bearer to grant new Transformer life to otherwise unsentient constructs. Also, when the human [[Buster Witwicky]] was in possession of it, he exhibited telekinetic power over all machines.

The fact that the Matrix was a physical object was generally unknown to all but [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] himself by the time of the [[Earth|Terran]] battles. But the powers of the Matrix weren't limited to the shell in his chest anyway. When his severed head was held captive by [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], the Decepticon was able to force Prime to give life to the [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicons]], even though the Autobots had his body (and therefore the physical Matrix) in the [[Ark]]. While it's possible that the power was simply being channeled ([[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] would do just that to create the [[Stunticon]]s), that seems unlikely given Prime's solution to the problem. When Buster infiltrated the Decepticon base, Prime had him connect electric cables between their heads, and he transferred the Matrix power into the human. Shockwave would later admit that he had been thwarted, as it had become impossible for Prime to create any new life.

Eventually Prime was rescued, and Buster returned the power to him, further cementing the notion that actual, usable Matrix energy had existed outside of the shell. And, as mentioned earlier, Megatron found yet another way to access the power. [[Bombshell]] planted a cerebro-shell in Optimus, and while it failed to take over his mind, it <i>did</i> provide some kind of conduit to the Matrix. Using Soundwave's broadcast abilities, Megatron tapped into the Matrix power when Prime gave life to the [[Aerialbot|Aerialbots]]. Thus, the Stunticons were born.

Not realizing his monopoly on the Matrix had been compromised anyway, Prime kept the secret of its physical shell very (pardon the pun) close to the chest. This would prove an unfortunate choice. When he died, his Autobot followers launched his body into space in accordance with a funereal rite. It landed on a distant planet's moon called VsQs, where it lay mostly undisturbed for a while. There, the Matrix exhibited a rudimentary consciousness that was aware of the passage of time and referred it itself as the collective of its past holders. It wasn't <i>literally</i> an amalgam of their souls, but rather a new, childlike, amoral being that had known the goodness of its Autobot bearers and now wanted more.

[[Image:Geneticmatrix.jpg|right|thumb|150px|No one can be told what the Matrix is. Because Optimus is an idiot.]]

It got a chance at new experience when a dying [[Deathbringer]] crashed on VsQs and touched the Matrix. The Deathbringer - who had been dedicated to ending unnecessary suffering - was warped into a new and very powerful being who sought to destroy <i>all</i> life. Though he left the Matrix in Prime's body, he still carried some of its energy, and the Matrix reveled in the vicarious experience of evil.

That curiosity found more expression when an insectoid creature crawled into Prime's corpse's chest cavity and became the next recipient of the Matrix's power. The Matrix was fascinated that the creature seemed to be meant to do nothing but destroy, so it re-created the thing into a larger, more powerful predator. The monster attacked a team of astronauts that had set up a research station on VsQs, killing nearly all of them. At least one escaped, who crashed in the seas of [[Pequod]], another planet in the same solar system. "Awash with Matrix energy," he was swallowed by a [[klud]], which ingested the energy.

Meanwhile, Optimus had been resurrected in a new body, and when he became aware of the threat of Unicron, he realized he needed to find the Matrix again. So he sent search parties to track down the funeral barge, which piqued [[Thunderwing (G1)|Thunderwing's]] curiosity. As the opposing teams dodged each other, they eventually set their sights on Pequod, where the klud had been attracting attention because its species was supposed to have been extinct. Thunderwing, who believed himself to have an affinity with the Matrix, was able to psychically link with the Matrix-infused beast and see the memory of swallowing the dying scientist. Recognizing the "VsQs" stamp on his equipment, Thunderwing set out for that moon.

Once there, both sides battled the creature the Matrix had created, which had grown to enormous size. And it was Thunderwing who killed the beast and took the Matrix itself. The Decepticon immediately attacked the spaceborne [[Ark]], manifesting the Matrix power in the form of a giant, vaguely humanoid energy field around himself. The Matrix began to speak through him, delighting in the firsthand experience of evil. When he realized he was being possessed, he tried to mentally battle the Matrix, but to no avail. The Autobots managed to win the fight only barely, getting Thunderwing off the Ark and then leaving him stranded in space.

The Matrix took time to heal Thunderwing's body, then set out for Cybertron. Coincidentally, it arrived just as Unicron was trying to destroy the planet. The Matrix-creature fought Unicron, but Unicron defeated it because it had become evil, and Unicron was more powerful in that realm. It took Optimus Prime's touch to cleanse the Matrix of its taint and reveal once again its essential purity. Rocketing into the Chaos-Bringer's maw, Prime opened the Matrix, destroying both it and Unicron.

And it should've killed Prime too, but when his decimated body was found, it was still kept alive by that pesky leftover Matrix energy. That body <i>did</i> soon die, but Prime's consciousness transferred to [[Hi-Q]], who was later re-created into a new Optimus by the [[Last Autobot]]. This new body still contained Matrix energy, which the Decepticons coveted. Megatron defeated him in battle and sucked the energy into a siphon, which became the de facto new Matrix. He used it to create many new warriors, such as the [[Laser Rod]]s and [[Rotor Force]].

Then Starscream took it and used it on himself, merging with the [[Warworld]] and reshaping the interior of the ship. However, unlike with Thunderwing, Starscream found his own evil being subverted by the Matrix's goodness. Afraid of being changed, he returned the Matrix to Prime, and when Prime was consumed by the [[Swarm]], he gave the Matrix to <i>it.</i> This completely reversed the nature of the Swarm. It had previously been a physically dark, destructive cloud, but it suddenly became a bright "force for life" that made all the Transformers totally blissed out. It also re-created Prime, though it's unclear whether this new body still contained Matrix energy, or what form the Matrix then existed in at all.

[[Image:MatrixCoconut1.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Will I become a great Autobot leader?" <br> "All signs point to no."]]

So, when it's all said and done, the known Matrix-bearers are:
*[[Prima]]
*[[Prime Nova]]
*[[Sentinel Prime]]
*[[Optimus_Prime_(G1)|Optimus Prime]]
*[[Buster Witwicky]]
*<i>[[Rodimus Prime]]</i>
*[[Thunderwing_(G1)|Thunderwing]]
*[[Starscream_(G1)|Starscream]]
*<i>[[Ghyrik|General Ghyrik]]</i>

''('''Note:''' In the later [[BotCon]] text story [[Reaching the Omega Point]], [[Primon]] is added to the list though he is never mentioned elsewhere. Not even by the Matrix itself.)''

''('''Note:''' The Matrix was originally portrayed as a life-granting computer program within Optimus Prime's mind, which accounts for the incongruous early comic stories. After [[The Transformers: The Movie]] established it as a physical object, [[Simon Furman]] [[retcon]]ned it into being such in the comics as well, first in the UK then the US books. Powermaster Prime's ''[[Transformers Universe (Marvel comic)|Universe]]'' profile clarified that the program was encoded in light patterns within the Matrix's crystal core.)''

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===Animated continuity===

[[Image:Matrix_5faces4_7.jpg|left|thumb|200px|My preciousssss!]]

Called '''The Matrix of Leadership''' or '''Autobot Matrix''' or some combination of the two is an artifact of great power which holds within it the accumulated wisdom of past Autobot leaders. As such, it is traditionally carried by the current Autobot Leader.

Why the Matrix is the one thing, the <i>only</i> thing, which [[Unicron]] fears is not quite clear, but it seems to be in some way connected to [[Oracle (G1)|Primacron's Assistant]]. It generally displays no powers beyond granting wisdom/visions and acting as a key to [[Vector Sigma]]. However it does, on occasion, seem capable of empowering and upgrading a Transformers physical form.

[[Image:MovieMagnus_matrix.jpg|right|thumb|150px|"Will I at least get to <i>use</i> the Matrix?"<br>"No! Quit asking."]]

In the distant past, the scientist [[Primacron]] and his [[Oracle (G1)|assistant]] created some of the first, primitive Transformers ''(how exactly this connects to their Quintessonian origin revealed elsewhere in the Cartoon is unrevealed).'' Primacron eventually created Unicron, who rebeled against his maker. In the ensuing conflict Primacron was badly injured and his robotic-seeming assistant appeared destroyed. His Assistant survived however and out of his remains rose what appeared to be the Autobot Matrix of Leadership which then flew off into space. ''(The exact meaning and import of this flashback is unclear, but it seems to suggest the Matrix began as the essence of Primacron's assistant.)''

The Matrix of Leadership first documented appearance in modern times occurred when a dying [[Optimus Prime]] passed it, and Autobot Leadership to his chosen successor, [[Ultra Magnus]].

[[Image:Dark_awakening_matrix.jpg|left|thumb|150px|"Swap Matrix for braaainnns?"]]

Before passing away, Prime spoke of a prophecy - that one day, "The Chosen One" would rise from the ranks of the Autobots, and use the power of the Matrix to light the Transformers' darkest hour. That darkest hour soon came upon Cybertron in the form of the world-eater, [[Unicron]], who knew that the Matrix's power was the one thing that could destroy him. Recreating Decepticon leader [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] as [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]], he dispatched him to steal the Matrix, but when Galvatron obtained the talisman, he tried and failed to use its power against Unicron. Ultimately, the Chosen One who could open the Matrix proved to be the youthful [[Hot Rod (G1)|Hot Rod]], who reclaimed the Matrix and was transformed by its power into [[Rodimus Prime]], before opening it within Unicron and releasing its power, which tore Unicron apart from within.

Later, when injured in battle, Rodimus's consciousness briefly entered the Matrix itself, and he discovered that it was more than a mere source of energy - it, in fact, contained the amassed wisdom of deceased Autobot leaders throughout history. Venturing into the Matrix a second time, Rodimus was shown the history of Cybertron by the ancient Autobots whose consciousnesses existed within the Matrix, revealing to him the [[Quintessons]] role in the creation of the Transformers. When he was resurrected, Optimus Prime later did the same thing when faced with the [[Hate Plague]], (which he ALSO seemed to claim as their "darkest hour"). To cure the madness of the plague he expelled all of the wisdom from within the Matrix, saving the universe, but emptying the Matrix and leaving only a shell. He claimed they would have to start filling it with wisdom again, from that moment on.

Optimus Prime eventually used the shell of the Matrix as a substitute key to access [[Vector Sigma]].

[[Image:Matrix_burden_2.jpg|left|thumb|150px|Decepticons using the Matrix either become disgusting freaks...]]
[[Image:Matrix_burden_1.jpg|right|thumb|150px|...or get harassed by the ghost of Robocop.]]

The only named robots known to have possessed the Matrix of Leadership in the cartoon are:
*[[Optimus Prime]]
*[[Rodimus Prime]]
*[[Ultra Magnus]]
*[[Scourge_(G1)|Scourge]]

Over a dozen more past Autobot leaders were seen within it at various points, but none of them were ever given names.

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===Japanese continuity===
{{see|Energon Matrix}}

In Japan, the original Matrix held by Optimus and Rodimus Prime was portrayed more as a power source than anything else, though its power did apparently determine which faction Vector Sigma would obey. ''(Once the Matrix was depowered in Return of Optimus Prime, Vector Sigma became open to either Autobots or Decepticons controlling it, and by extension the planet.)''

In later Japanese continuity a Matrix was seemingly carried by any individual with high rank. Therefore, there are many distinct Matrices. ''(It is unknown what relation, if any, these have to the original.)'' They tend to be weapons of extreme power and last resort. Accessing them, or having two of them in close proximity, can "power-up" their possessors into temporarily enhanced forms.

*[[Optimus_Primal|Beast Convoy]]
*[[Leo Prime]]
*[[Lio Junior]] (a copy of Leo Prime's)
*[[Big Convoy]]

===Dreamwave comics continuity===

[[Image:Ancients.jpg|thumb|left|Matrix-shaped platform above the Oracle Tank]]

Prior to Optimus, the Matrix was held by [[Sentinel Prime]], an Autobot leader killed by Megatron in an attempt to gain possession of the artifact. But Sentinel had already given up the Matrix for reasons unknown (perhaps foreseeing his own death), passing it to the [[Council of Ancients]], who chose a data archivist named Optronix as the new bearer. Optronix and the Matrix were lowered into the [[Oracle Tank]], with the words "Fill this sacred vessel with the wisdom of the ages", though it may be that the council was referring to Optronix and not the Matrix. Like [[Hot Rod]], Optronix - now [[Optimus_Prime_(G1)|Optimus Prime]] - is physically changed by the installation of the Matrix, his frame altered to become larger and more powerful. Soon after, he is attacked by Megatron who cracks open his form and exposes the Matrix, which shows both Optimus and Megatron visions of the future, seeming to transport them to [[Earth]], then to [[Nebulon]]. It is implied that Optimus somehow uses the Matrix to force Megatron to forget these visions, though how much knowledge he himself retains is unknown.

Before the Autobots leave for [[Cybertron_(planet)|Cybertron]] on the [[Ark II]], Optimus Prime gives [[Spike Witwicky]] a piece of the Matrix to safeguard during their journey. The Ark II crashes, but when Spike and Optimus are reunited, Spike returns the piece to him. Optimus uses the complete Matrix of Leadership to awaken his deactivated troops and call them to him.

[[Image:Matrix back.jpg|thumb|A Dreamwave newsletter provides us a seldom-seen image of the ''back'' of the Matrix.]]
After returning to Cybertron, a chain of events ultimately leads Optimus Prime to a confrontation with [[Shockwave]] in the chamber containing Vector Sigma. Shockwave transforms and blows open Optimus Prime, claiming the Matrix for himself and using it to access Vector Sigma's databanks. Shockwave was defeated by [[Ultra Magnus]] and the Matrix returned to Optimus Prime, but the forceful removal of the Matrix from his body combined with the long period of time spent without it caused a great deal of trauma to his systems, necessitating an extended session in a CR chamber to recover, and suggesting that at least in the [[Dreamwave]] comics the Matrix actually integrates with the systems of its holder to some degree rather than merely residing inside them.

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==Beast Wars==
In the [[1990]]s animated series, [[Beast Wars]] and [[Beast Machines]] series, the nature of the Matrix was explored and evolved.

These series used "The Matrix" as a term that referred not merely to the physical object, but to an actual other-dimensional realm - the Transformer [[afterlife]] also called the [[Allspark (dimension)|Allspark]], the well of all sparks that are, have been, or ever shall be. From the Allspark springs all Transformer life, and when a Transformer dies, their spark returns to the Allspark, sharing its life experience with the collective, creating a huge store of accumulated wisdom and knowledge. Understanding this, it can be retroactively assumed that the physical Matrix object wielded by Autobot leaders in the cartoon continuity is not simply a storehouse of knowledge itself, but rather, a gateway to this afterlife realm. Similarly, this also explains its ability to bestow life as seen in the comic book continuity - by transferring a spark from the Allspark through its connection to the realm.

''(According to the story editors, the Matrix was also used as a nickname in the Beast Wars series for the facility which produced [[Maximal]] [[protoform]]s, though this information was never introduced in the show.)''

===''Universe: Primeval Dawn''===

[[Image:Sparkholderprimevaldawn.jpg|left|220px|thumb|The Matrix, beneath Prime's "spark holder".]]

After the Beast Wars, [[Tarantulas]] was reborn, intending to use his new [[Vok]] powers to steal the Matrix and warp reality to his liking. To protect the timestream, the Vok took the Matrix of Leadership from the unconscious Optimus Prime residing within the Ark, used it to create [[Primal Prime]], then gave the Matrix to their new creation. In the following battle, however, Tarantulas was able to overpower Primal Prime and rip the Matrix from his body.

''('''Note''': In the Beast Wars cartoon, Prime's spark was shown to be contained in a Matrix-like vessel. In [[Universe (comic)|Primeval Dawn]], that vessel was shown to be merely a container for his spark, and the actual Matrix was hidden underneath.)''

==Unicron Trilogy==
===Animated continuity===

[[Image:ArmadaMatrix.jpg|left|thumb|Armada's version of the Matrix]]

[[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]] tried to pass the Matrix on to [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]] before he warped into space with [[Jetfire (Armada)|Jetfire]], but Hot Shot refused it, not feeling himself worthy.

When Optimus died standing purposefully in the path of the [[Hydra Cannon]] blast meant for Earth, Prime's [[Mini-Con]] partner [[Sparkplug (Armada)|Sparkplug]] held on to the Matrix, floating helplessly until rescued.

Later, it was the Mini-Cons who resurrected Prime, entering the Matrix and reconstructing a new body for him. Some time later, Unicron forced Prime to face the fact that on some level he enjoyed the thrill of combat. Following Unicron's defeat, Galvatron challenged Optimus to one final, furious battle. Prime choose to discard the Matrix at this time, flinging it into the void of space, so that he could battle Galvatron not as the leader of the Autobots, but as himself.

(How Optimus Prime got the Matrix back after this is uncertain.)

''Note: Although in Energon Optimus Prime appears to have a permanent Matrix-like structure (complete with handles and all!) in his chest, this is not the case! The devise located in his chest is the [[Spark of Combination]] and not the Matrix of Leadership''

In Transformers Cybertron, Optimus Prime uses the Matrix of Leadership to widen [[Vector Prime_(UT)|Vector Prime]]'s dimension gates. Optimus Prime's distinctive [[cyber key]] is unique because of the influence of his Matrix.

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''New Year Convoy''' (2002)
: He comes with the Matrix of Leadership!

*'''[[Galvatron II]]''' (2005)
: He comes with the Creation Matrix! It's green.

===Robots in Disguise===
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2000, 2001)
: ''[[Robots in Disguise]]'' [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus Prime]] has a little door on his chest that hides a sculpted Matrix. It cannot be removed.

===20th Anniversary/Masterpiece===
* '''Optimus Prime''' (2003/2004)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''MP-01'''
: 20th Anniversary Optimus Prime includes a removable vacuum-metalized Matrix of Leadership that can also be pulled open.

* '''Ultra Magnus'''
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''MP-02'''
: He had it too.

* '''Convoy Perfect Edition''' (2006)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''MP-04'''
: He still had it here.

===Armada===
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Super Base, 2002/2003)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''MC-01'''

:The large version of ''[[Armada (franchise)|Armada]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]] has a non-removable Matrix of Leadership behind the grill on his chest. This feature was kept for the various [[redeco]]s of this mold.

===Cybertron===
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2005)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''GC-01'''

:''[[Cybertron (franchise)|Cybertron]]'' Optimus Prime has a removable Matrix of Leadership in his chest. This feature was kept for the "Galaxy Force Optimus Prime" redeco.

===Classics===
*'''Optimus Prime''' (20th Anniversary DVD Edition, 2006)
:Yep, this version of the 20th Anniversary Optimus Prime mold still has the Matrix.

==Trivia==
*When asked about the visual design of the Matrix in an interview, [[Floro Dery]]'s reply was, "The inspiration for the Matrix of Leadership is a thermonuclear bomb."<ref>[http://transformersph.blogspot.com/2007/06/interview-with-floro-dery.html TransFormers Philippines: Interview With Floro Dery]</ref> "Light our darkest hour" indeed.

==Footnotes==
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[[Image:Matrix.jpg|thumb|right|300px|You put the life in the coconut.]]

The '''[[Autobot Matrix of Leadership]]''' (sometimes the '''Creation Matrix''') is an artifact of great power. It is traditionally carried by the current Autobot Leader.

Much about the Matrix remains a mystery, including its exact composition. It generally appears as a hollow, spherical metal shell with two handles on either side and with a core sphere of blueish crystal at its center.

The Matrix is the one thing, the only thing which [[Unicron]] fears.

''(The exact nature and power of the Matrix varied according to continuity. See individual entries below for details.)''

== Fiction ==

==Generation One==

===Marvel Comics continuity===

<i>(Events from the UK-only comics are in italics.)</i>

[[Image:Creation Matrix 65.jpg|left|150px|thumb|The Creation Matrix was the [[Leader-1]]'s-head of the Marvel comic. Can't be drawn the same way twice.]]

Called the '''Creation Matrix''' (or the '''Genetic Matrix''' by the [[Keeper]]), it contains the essence of the Transformer's creator-god [[Primus]], making it the one thing that can destroy Unicron. Possessing the Creation Matrix allows the bearer to grant new Transformer life to otherwise unsentient constructs. Also, when the human [[Buster Witwicky]] was in possession of it, he exhibited telekinetic power over all machines.

The fact that the Matrix was a physical object was generally unknown to all but [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] himself by the time of the [[Earth|Terran]] battles. But the powers of the Matrix weren't limited to the shell in his chest anyway. When his severed head was held captive by [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], the Decepticon was able to force Prime to give life to the [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicons]], even though the Autobots had his body (and therefore the physical Matrix) in the [[Ark]]. While it's possible that the power was simply being channeled ([[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] would do just that to create the [[Stunticon]]s), that seems unlikely given Prime's solution to the problem. When Buster infiltrated the Decepticon base, Prime had him connect electric cables between their heads, and he transferred the Matrix power into the human. Shockwave would later admit that he had been thwarted, as it had become impossible for Prime to create any new life.

Eventually Prime was rescued, and Buster returned the power to him, further cementing the notion that actual, usable Matrix energy had existed outside of the shell. And, as mentioned earlier, Megatron found yet another way to access the power. [[Bombshell]] planted a cerebro-shell in Optimus, and while it failed to take over his mind, it <i>did</i> provide some kind of conduit to the Matrix. Using Soundwave's broadcast abilities, Megatron tapped into the Matrix power when Prime gave life to the [[Aerialbot|Aerialbots]]. Thus, the Stunticons were born.

Not realizing his monopoly on the Matrix had been compromised anyway, Prime kept the secret of its physical shell very (pardon the pun) close to the chest. This would prove an unfortunate choice. When he died, his Autobot followers launched his body into space in accordance with a funereal rite. It landed on a distant planet's moon called VsQs, where it lay mostly undisturbed for a while. There, the Matrix exhibited a rudimentary consciousness that was aware of the passage of time and referred it itself as the collective of its past holders. It wasn't <i>literally</i> an amalgam of their souls, but rather a new, childlike, amoral being that had known the goodness of its Autobot bearers and now wanted more.

[[Image:Geneticmatrix.jpg|right|thumb|150px|No one can be told what the Matrix is. Because Optimus is an idiot.]]

It got a chance at new experience when a dying [[Deathbringer]] crashed on VsQs and touched the Matrix. The Deathbringer - who had been dedicated to ending unnecessary suffering - was warped into a new and very powerful being who sought to destroy <i>all</i> life. Though he left the Matrix in Prime's body, he still carried some of its energy, and the Matrix reveled in the vicarious experience of evil.

That curiosity found more expression when an insectoid creature crawled into Prime's corpse's chest cavity and became the next recipient of the Matrix's power. The Matrix was fascinated that the creature seemed to be meant to do nothing but destroy, so it re-created the thing into a larger, more powerful predator. The monster attacked a team of astronauts that had set up a research station on VsQs, killing nearly all of them. At least one escaped, who crashed in the seas of [[Pequod]], another planet in the same solar system. "Awash with Matrix energy," he was swallowed by a [[klud]], which ingested the energy.

Meanwhile, Optimus had been resurrected in a new body, and when he became aware of the threat of Unicron, he realized he needed to find the Matrix again. So he sent search parties to track down the funeral barge, which piqued [[Thunderwing (G1)|Thunderwing's]] curiosity. As the opposing teams dodged each other, they eventually set their sights on Pequod, where the klud had been attracting attention because its species was supposed to have been extinct. Thunderwing, who believed himself to have an affinity with the Matrix, was able to psychically link with the Matrix-infused beast and see the memory of swallowing the dying scientist. Recognizing the "VsQs" stamp on his equipment, Thunderwing set out for that moon.

Once there, both sides battled the creature the Matrix had created, which had grown to enormous size. And it was Thunderwing who killed the beast and took the Matrix itself. The Decepticon immediately attacked the spaceborne [[Ark]], manifesting the Matrix power in the form of a giant, vaguely humanoid energy field around himself. The Matrix began to speak through him, delighting in the firsthand experience of evil. When he realized he was being possessed, he tried to mentally battle the Matrix, but to no avail. The Autobots managed to win the fight only barely, getting Thunderwing off the Ark and then leaving him stranded in space.

The Matrix took time to heal Thunderwing's body, then set out for Cybertron. Coincidentally, it arrived just as Unicron was trying to destroy the planet. The Matrix-creature fought Unicron, but Unicron defeated it because it had become evil, and Unicron was more powerful in that realm. It took Optimus Prime's touch to cleanse the Matrix of its taint and reveal once again its essential purity. Rocketing into the Chaos-Bringer's maw, Prime opened the Matrix, destroying both it and Unicron.

And it should've killed Prime too, but when his decimated body was found, it was still kept alive by that pesky leftover Matrix energy. That body <i>did</i> soon die, but Prime's consciousness transferred to [[Hi-Q]], who was later re-created into a new Optimus by the [[Last Autobot]]. This new body still contained Matrix energy, which the Decepticons coveted. Megatron defeated him in battle and sucked the energy into a siphon, which became the de facto new Matrix. He used it to create many new warriors, such as the [[Laser Rod]]s and [[Rotor Force]].

Then Starscream took it and used it on himself, merging with the [[Warworld]] and reshaping the interior of the ship. However, unlike with Thunderwing, Starscream found his own evil being subverted by the Matrix's goodness. Afraid of being changed, he returned the Matrix to Prime, and when Prime was consumed by the [[Swarm]], he gave the Matrix to <i>it.</i> This completely reversed the nature of the Swarm. It had previously been a physically dark, destructive cloud, but it suddenly became a bright "force for life" that made all the Transformers totally blissed out. It also re-created Prime, though it's unclear whether this new body still contained Matrix energy, or what form the Matrix then existed in at all.

[[Image:MatrixCoconut1.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Will I become a great Autobot leader?" <br> "All signs point to no."]]

So, when it's all said and done, the known Matrix-bearers are:
*[[Prima]]
*[[Prime Nova]]
*[[Sentinel Prime]]
*[[Optimus_Prime_(G1)|Optimus Prime]]
*[[Buster Witwicky]]
*<i>[[Rodimus Prime]]</i>
*[[Thunderwing_(G1)|Thunderwing]]
*[[Starscream_(G1)|Starscream]]
*<i>[[Ghyrik|General Ghyrik]]</i>

''('''Note:''' In the later [[BotCon]] text story [[Reaching the Omega Point]], [[Primon]] is added to the list though he is never mentioned elsewhere. Not even by the Matrix itself.)''

''('''Note:''' The Matrix was originally portrayed as a life-granting computer program within Optimus Prime's mind, which accounts for the incongruous early comic stories. After [[The Transformers: The Movie]] established it as a physical object, [[Simon Furman]] [[retcon]]ned it into being such in the comics as well, first in the UK then the US books. Powermaster Prime's ''[[Transformers Universe (Marvel comic)|Universe]]'' profile clarified that the program was encoded in light patterns within the Matrix's crystal core.)''

{{-}}

===Animated continuity===

[[Image:Matrix_5faces4_7.jpg|left|thumb|200px|My preciousssss!]]

Called '''The Matrix of Leadership''' or '''Autobot Matrix''' or some combination of the two is an artifact of great power which holds within it the accumulated wisdom of past Autobot leaders. As such, it is traditionally carried by the current Autobot Leader.

Why the Matrix is the one thing, the <i>only</i> thing, which [[Unicron]] fears is not quite clear, but it seems to be in some way connected to [[Oracle (G1)|Primacron's Assistant]]. It generally displays no powers beyond granting wisdom/visions and acting as a key to [[Vector Sigma]]. However it does, on occasion, seem capable of empowering and upgrading a Transformers physical form.

[[Image:MovieMagnus_matrix.jpg|right|thumb|150px|"Will I at least get to <i>use</i> the Matrix?"<br>"No! Quit asking."]]

In the distant past, the scientist [[Primacron]] and his [[Oracle (G1)|assistant]] created some of the first, primitive Transformers ''(how exactly this connects to their Quintessonian origin revealed elsewhere in the Cartoon is unrevealed).'' Primacron eventually created Unicron, who rebeled against his maker. In the ensuing conflict Primacron was badly injured and his robotic-seeming assistant appeared destroyed. His Assistant survived however and out of his remains rose what appeared to be the Autobot Matrix of Leadership which then flew off into space. ''(The exact meaning and import of this flashback is unclear, but it seems to suggest the Matrix began as the essence of Primacron's assistant.)''

The Matrix of Leadership first documented appearance in modern times occurred when a dying [[Optimus Prime]] passed it, and Autobot Leadership to his chosen successor, [[Ultra Magnus]].

[[Image:Dark_awakening_matrix.jpg|left|thumb|150px|"Swap Matrix for braaainnns?"]]

Before passing away, Prime spoke of a prophecy - that one day, "The Chosen One" would rise from the ranks of the Autobots, and use the power of the Matrix to light the Transformers' darkest hour. That darkest hour soon came upon Cybertron in the form of the world-eater, [[Unicron]], who knew that the Matrix's power was the one thing that could destroy him. Recreating Decepticon leader [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] as [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]], he dispatched him to steal the Matrix, but when Galvatron obtained the talisman, he tried and failed to use its power against Unicron. Ultimately, the Chosen One who could open the Matrix proved to be the youthful [[Hot Rod (G1)|Hot Rod]], who reclaimed the Matrix and was transformed by its power into [[Rodimus Prime]], before opening it within Unicron and releasing its power, which tore Unicron apart from within.

Later, when injured in battle, Rodimus's consciousness briefly entered the Matrix itself, and he discovered that it was more than a mere source of energy - it, in fact, contained the amassed wisdom of deceased Autobot leaders throughout history. Venturing into the Matrix a second time, Rodimus was shown the history of Cybertron by the ancient Autobots whose consciousnesses existed within the Matrix, revealing to him the [[Quintessons]] role in the creation of the Transformers. When he was resurrected, Optimus Prime later did the same thing when faced with the [[Hate Plague]], (which he ALSO seemed to claim as their "darkest hour"). To cure the madness of the plague he expelled all of the wisdom from within the Matrix, saving the universe, but emptying the Matrix and leaving only a shell. He claimed they would have to start filling it with wisdom again, from that moment on.

Optimus Prime eventually used the shell of the Matrix as a substitute key to access [[Vector Sigma]].

[[Image:Matrix_burden_2.jpg|left|thumb|150px|Decepticons using the Matrix either become disgusting freaks...]]
[[Image:Matrix_burden_1.jpg|right|thumb|150px|...or get harassed by the ghost of Robocop.]]

The only named robots known to have possessed the Matrix of Leadership in the cartoon are:
*[[Optimus Prime]]
*[[Rodimus Prime]]
*[[Ultra Magnus]]
*[[Scourge_(G1)|Scourge]]

Over a dozen more past Autobot leaders were seen within it at various points, but none of them were ever given names.

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===Japanese continuity===
{{see|Energon Matrix}}

In Japan, the original Matrix held by Optimus and Rodimus Prime was portrayed more as a power source than anything else, though its power did apparently determine which faction Vector Sigma would obey. ''(Once the Matrix was depowered in Return of Optimus Prime, Vector Sigma became open to either Autobots or Decepticons controlling it, and by extension the planet.)''

In later Japanese continuity a Matrix was seemingly carried by any individual with high rank. Therefore, there are many distinct Matrices. ''(It is unknown what relation, if any, these have to the original.)'' They tend to be weapons of extreme power and last resort. Accessing them, or having two of them in close proximity, can "power-up" their possessors into temporarily enhanced forms.

*[[Optimus_Primal|Beast Convoy]]
*[[Leo Prime]]
*[[Lio Junior]] (a copy of Leo Prime's)
*[[Big Convoy]]

===Dreamwave comics continuity===

[[Image:Ancients.jpg|thumb|left|Matrix-shaped platform above the Oracle Tank]]

Prior to Optimus, the Matrix was held by [[Sentinel Prime]], an Autobot leader killed by Megatron in an attempt to gain possession of the artifact. But Sentinel had already given up the Matrix for reasons unknown (perhaps foreseeing his own death), passing it to the [[Council of Ancients]], who chose a data archivist named Optronix as the new bearer. Optronix and the Matrix were lowered into the [[Oracle Tank]], with the words "Fill this sacred vessel with the wisdom of the ages", though it may be that the council was referring to Optronix and not the Matrix. Like [[Hot Rod]], Optronix - now [[Optimus_Prime_(G1)|Optimus Prime]] - is physically changed by the installation of the Matrix, his frame altered to become larger and more powerful. Soon after, he is attacked by Megatron who cracks open his form and exposes the Matrix, which shows both Optimus and Megatron visions of the future, seeming to transport them to [[Earth]], then to [[Nebulon]]. It is implied that Optimus somehow uses the Matrix to force Megatron to forget these visions, though how much knowledge he himself retains is unknown.

Before the Autobots leave for [[Cybertron_(planet)|Cybertron]] on the [[Ark II]], Optimus Prime gives [[Spike Witwicky]] a piece of the Matrix to safeguard during their journey. The Ark II crashes, but when Spike and Optimus are reunited, Spike returns the piece to him. Optimus uses the complete Matrix of Leadership to awaken his deactivated troops and call them to him.

[[Image:Matrix back.jpg|thumb|A Dreamwave newsletter provides us a seldom-seen image of the ''back'' of the Matrix.]]
After returning to Cybertron, a chain of events ultimately leads Optimus Prime to a confrontation with [[Shockwave]] in the chamber containing Vector Sigma. Shockwave transforms and blows open Optimus Prime, claiming the Matrix for himself and using it to access Vector Sigma's databanks. Shockwave was defeated by [[Ultra Magnus]] and the Matrix returned to Optimus Prime, but the forceful removal of the Matrix from his body combined with the long period of time spent without it caused a great deal of trauma to his systems, necessitating an extended session in a CR chamber to recover, and suggesting that at least in the [[Dreamwave]] comics the Matrix actually integrates with the systems of its holder to some degree rather than merely residing inside them.

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==Beast Wars==
In the [[1990]]s animated series, [[Beast Wars]] and [[Beast Machines]] series, the nature of the Matrix was explored and evolved.

These series used "The Matrix" as a term that referred not merely to the physical object, but to an actual other-dimensional realm - the Transformer [[afterlife]] also called the [[Allspark (dimension)|Allspark]], the well of all sparks that are, have been, or ever shall be. From the Allspark springs all Transformer life, and when a Transformer dies, their spark returns to the Allspark, sharing its life experience with the collective, creating a huge store of accumulated wisdom and knowledge. Understanding this, it can be retroactively assumed that the physical Matrix object wielded by Autobot leaders in the cartoon continuity is not simply a storehouse of knowledge itself, but rather, a gateway to this afterlife realm. Similarly, this also explains its ability to bestow life as seen in the comic book continuity - by transferring a spark from the Allspark through its connection to the realm.

''(According to the story editors, the Matrix was also used as a nickname in the Beast Wars series for the facility which produced [[Maximal]] [[protoform]]s, though this information was never introduced in the show.)''

===''Universe: Primeval Dawn''===

[[Image:Sparkholderprimevaldawn.jpg|left|220px|thumb|The Matrix, beneath Prime's "spark holder".]]

After the Beast Wars, [[Tarantulas]] was reborn, intending to use his new [[Vok]] powers to steal the Matrix and warp reality to his liking. To protect the timestream, the Vok took the Matrix of Leadership from the unconscious Optimus Prime residing within the Ark, used it to create [[Primal Prime]], then gave the Matrix to their new creation. In the following battle, however, Tarantulas was able to overpower Primal Prime and rip the Matrix from his body.

''('''Note''': In the Beast Wars cartoon, Prime's spark was shown to be contained in a Matrix-like vessel. In [[Universe (comic)|Primeval Dawn]], that vessel was shown to be merely a container for his spark, and the actual Matrix was hidden underneath.)''

==Unicron Trilogy==
===Animated continuity===

[[Image:ArmadaMatrix.jpg|left|thumb|Armada's version of the Matrix]]

[[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]] tried to pass the Matrix on to [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]] before he warped into space with [[Jetfire (Armada)|Jetfire]], but Hot Shot refused it, not feeling himself worthy.

When Optimus died standing purposefully in the path of the [[Hydra Cannon]] blast meant for Earth, Prime's [[Mini-Con]] partner [[Sparkplug (Armada)|Sparkplug]] held on to the Matrix, floating helplessly until rescued.

Later, it was the Mini-Cons who resurrected Prime, entering the Matrix and reconstructing a new body for him. Some time later, Unicron forced Prime to face the fact that on some level he enjoyed the thrill of combat. Following Unicron's defeat, Galvatron challenged Optimus to one final, furious battle. Prime choose to discard the Matrix at this time, flinging it into the void of space, so that he could battle Galvatron not as the leader of the Autobots, but as himself.

(How Optimus Prime got the Matrix back after this is uncertain.)

''Note: Although in Energon Optimus Prime appears to have a permanent Matrix-like structure (complete with handles and all!) in his chest, this is not the case! The devise located in his chest is the [[Spark of Combination]] and not the Matrix of Leadership''

In Transformers Cybertron, Optimus Prime uses the Matrix of Leadership to widen [[Vector Prime_(UT)|Vector Prime]]'s dimension gates. Optimus Prime's distinctive [[cyber key]] is unique because of the influence of his Matrix.

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''New Year Convoy''' (2002)
: He comes with the Matrix of Leadership!

*'''[[Galvatron II]]''' (2005)
: He comes with the Creation Matrix! It's green.

===Robots in Disguise===
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2000, 2001)
: ''[[Robots in Disguise]]'' [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus Prime]] has a little door on his chest that hides a sculpted Matrix. It cannot be removed.

===20th Anniversary/Masterpiece===
* '''Optimus Prime''' (2003/2004)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''MP-01'''
: 20th Anniversary Optimus Prime includes a removable vacuum-metalized Matrix of Leadership that can also be pulled open.

* '''Ultra Magnus'''
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''MP-02'''
: He had it too.

* '''Convoy Perfect Edition''' (2006)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''MP-04'''
: He still had it here.

===Armada===
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Super Base, 2002/2003)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''MC-01'''

:The large version of ''[[Armada (franchise)|Armada]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]] has a non-removable Matrix of Leadership behind the grill on his chest. This feature was kept for the various [[redeco]]s of this mold.

===Cybertron===
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2005)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''GC-01'''

:''[[Cybertron (franchise)|Cybertron]]'' Optimus Prime has a removable Matrix of Leadership in his chest. This feature was kept for the "Galaxy Force Optimus Prime" redeco.

===Classics===
*'''Optimus Prime''' (20th Anniversary DVD Edition, 2006)
:Yep, this version of the 20th Anniversary Optimus Prime mold still has the Matrix.

==Trivia==
*When asked about the visual design of the Matrix in an interview, [[Floro Dery]]'s reply was, "The inspiration for the Matrix of Leadership is a thermonuclear bomb."<ref>[http://transformersph.blogspot.com/2007/06/interview-with-floro-dery.html TransFormers Philippines: Interview With Floro Dery]</ref> "Light our darkest hour" indeed.

==Footnotes==
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