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Skywarp (G1)

2008-04-07T07:39:23Z

58.107.44.11: /* Marvel Comics continuity */

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:''Skywarp is a [[Decepticon]] from the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:Skywarp1.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Skywarp, Decepticon Stair-Pusher-Downer]]

[[Teleportation]] is a dangerous tool in the hands of a capable adversary. Thankfully for the [[Autobot]]s, '''Skywarp''' is the Decepticon who possesses that ability. Skywarp's not so bright, so without supervision he's worthless as a warrior. He mostly uses his teleportation power for immature pranks on both friend and foe. He takes a charmingly puerile angle at thuggery, so his pranks are well-received amongst his Decepticon peers (excepting the victim, of course).

Because, come on, a surprise push down a staircase is ''hilarious''.

:''Italian name'': '''Corvo''' ("Crow")
:''Hungarian name'': '''Égretörő''' ("Sky-springer")
:''French-Canadian name'': '''Fraudeur''' ("Cheater" or "Evader" or "Smuggler")
:''Chinese name (Taiwan):'' '''Tien Wan''' ("Sky Warp")
:''Chinese name (China):'' '''Nao Fan Tian''' ("Extreme Ruckus")

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
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[[Image:Skywarpthundercrackerintroduction.jpg|left|thumb|200px|You can tell Skywarp apart from Thundercracker in the Marvel Comics by, uh.... let us get back to you on that.]]
Skywarp was one of [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron's]] troops who attacked the ''[[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'' during its mission to clear a path for [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] through an asteroid field. He was deactivated when it crashed on [[Earth]], and he lay dormant for four million years. When he and his fellow Decepticons awoke, Skywarp was given a new [[altmode]], that of an Earth jet. {{storylink|The Transformers (comic issue)}} He aided the Decepticons in their building of their new base constructed of parts from [[Harrison Nuclear Power Plant]] and joined in their attack on [[Sparkplug Witwicky]]'s auto repair shop. After the successful abduction of Sparkplug Witwicky, Skywarp, [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], and [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] defended their base from [[Autobot]]s, though [[Gears]] and [[Spider-Man]] were able to sneak through and rescue Sparkplug. {{storylink|Prisoner of War!}}

''When Starscream fired upon his teammate [[Ravage]] for eavesdropping on his plot to overthrow Megatron, Skywarp and the other Decepticons sought deadly revenge on the Decepticon Air Commander. {{storylink|The Enemy Within!|The Enemy Within!, part 2}} Though Starscream escaped, the Decepticons soon regrouped to attack the ''Ark'', but their battle was ended prematurely when [[Auntie]], the ''Ark''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s computer system, magnetized the walls, immobilizing both factions. {{storylink|Raiders of the Last Ark}} Skywarp also traveled with the Decepticons to the [[United Kingdom]], where he and his teammates attempted to learn about a mysterious Autobot rescue ship buried under a castle. An initial attack on the Autobots left Skywarp seriously wounded by a bomb from [[Bluestreak]]. {{storylink|Man of Iron!|Man of Iron: Part 3}}

Though Sparkplug Witwicky was able to devise a way for the Decepticons to convert Earth fuel into a usable substance, he also poisoned the result, so Skywarp and his fellow Decepticons were immobilized at the climax of their would-be final battle with the Autobots. {{storylink|The Last Stand}} The Decepticon [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] took command of the Decepticons and the ''Ark'' shortly thereafter and nursed Skywarp and his comrades back to full health. Skywarp may have helped Shockwave attempt to capture and brainwash [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]] into a Decepticon, or it may have been Thundercracker without red stripes. It's hard to tell. {{storylink|Plight of the Bumblebee!}}
[[Image:Skywarpgoofyteleportation.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Upon close inspection, Skywarp's teleportation power is merely a goofy loop-de-loop.]]
He served the Decepticon cause up until he was deactivated while battling [[Omega Supreme (G1)|Omega Supreme]] and placed in prison stasis at Autobot headquarters. {{Storylink|Command Performances!}}

''When [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] traveled back from the year 2006 to build a super-weapon to destroy [[Unicron]], Skywarp was a key player in the defeat of the mad Decepticon. Sorta.''

''The Autobots took Skywarp out of stasis, painted him to look like [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], and sent him stumbling toward Galvatron with a tape-recorder of Starscream's voice on his back. Galvatron, still sore about Starscream tossing him out of [[Astrotrain]] during his Megatron days, shot and presumably killed Skywarp. Galvatron then realized that if he killed Starscream in the past then there'd be no way he could have killed Starscream in the future (never mind that killing Skywarp now opens up that whole issue of [[Cyclonus (G1)#Who is Cyclonus?|Cyclonus' identity]]). Believing he was in an alternate past and thus nothing he did there would affect his personal timeline, Galvatron hurried back to his proper time. Way to take one for the team, Skywarp. {{storylink|Target 2006}}''

During a massive battle between the Autobots and Decepticons on Earth's moon, Skywarp and the other Decepticons held in stasis aboard the ''Ark'' were liberated by the [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicon]]s and subsequently brought back online. {{storylink|Totalled!}} During the first Decepticon Civil War, Skywarp battled with [[Ratbat]]'s Decepticons against [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]]'s Decepticons. Skywarp surprised [[Bugly]] with his teleportation powers and blasted him, temporarily stunning him. However, Bugly successfully returned fire, striking where he guessed Skywarp would next teleport. {{storylink|Cold War!}} Skywarp was repaired in time to face an [[Underbase]]-powered Starscream in [[Tokyo]], but both he and Thundercracker were destroyed by their former flying partner. {{storylink|Dark Star!}}

===Generation 2===
The Autobots and the Decepticons had just agreed to make an alliance against the [[Cybertronian Empire]], but the Decepticons disagreed about aiding other planets' people. When the Autobots went alone to fight the [[Cybertronian]]s, they almost were defeated, until Skywarp (yes, this article is about him) suddenly appeared, followed by the rest of the Decepticon army, to aid the Autobots.

And you just know he mocked the Aerialbots he saved. ''Relentlessly.'' {{Storylink|Escalation!}}

===Fun Publications Classics comics===
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===Generation 1 cartoon===
:''Voice Actor:'' [[Frank Welker]] (US), [[Masashi Ebara]] (Japan)

[[Image:Tetrajet seekers.jpg|thumb|Cybertron alt-mode (left). The early Decepticons promoted geometry. ]]

Skywarp was one of the elite Decepticons that accompanied Megatron in infiltrating the ''Ark'' four million years ago. After crash-landing on Earth, the Decepticons and [[Autobots]] laid dormant for four million years, until volcanic activity stirred them into consciousness. Skywarp was the first of the ''Ark''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s Transformers to be reformatted and awakened by [[Teletraan I]]. Now an F-15 fighter jet, Skywarp next dragged [[Megatron]]'s body into the reformatting rays of the ''Ark''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s computer. {{storylink|More Than Meets the Eye, Part 1}}
[[Image:csskywarp3.jpg|thumb|left|Say hello to [[Megatron (G1)|my little friend]].]]

Since the Decepticons were so badly short-staffed during their early days on Earth, Skywarp was usually involved in whatever crazy plot for universal domination Megatron was hatching. This included attacks on an off-shore oil rig, [[Sherman Dam]] and the [[Ruby Crystal Mines of Burma|ruby crystal mines of Burma]]. When the Decepticons escaped the Burma operation with a cache of energon cubes, Skywarp requested permission from Megatron to teleport in order to scare off Autobot pursuers. Teleporting behind the strangely airborne duo of [[Ironhide]] and [[Bluestreak]], Skywarp pasted the ornery old Autobot with a heat-seeking missile, knocking him out of the sky that he probably shouldn't have been able to fly around in. {{storylink|More Than Meets the Eye, Part 3}}

Skywarp continued to serve the Decepticons for many more years, never really doing anything notable. He was first to fall victim to an invention developed by [[Wheeljack]] that allowed Teletraan I to take brief control of his body. [[Chip Chase]], a human ally of the Autobots, planted the device on Skywarp's ankle in the thick of battle. {{Storylink|Roll For It}} Skywarp's teleportation power did come in use when he was needed to sneak up on the Autobots (who were all in vehicle mode) and zap them with the [[Transfixatron]]. {{Storylink|The Autobot Run}}

In 2005, Skywarp was badly injured during the battle of [[Autobot City]]. Though he escaped with the rest of his comrades aboard [[Astrotrain (G1)|Astrotrain]], he was tossed out into space with other badly damaged Decepticons en route to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] so that the rest would be able to make it home. Skywarp's body was gathered by [[Unicron]] and, among others, used to make [[Galvatron]]'s new warriors. Skywarp arguably became either [[Cyclonus (G1)|Cyclonus]] or [[Cyclonus's Armada]], the identical warrior who was never seen again. Either way, Skywarp effectively ceased existing. {{Storylink|The Transformers: The Movie}}

====''Robot Masters'' online mini-comics====

===''Universe: The Wreckers''===

[[Image:Wreckersskywarpcyclonus.jpg|thumb|right|175px|Looks like [[Cyclonus (G1)#Who is Cyclonus?|Cyclonus was Bombshell]]. Neener neener.]]

After the Decepticons lost the Great War and [[Maximal]]s and [[Predacon]]s claimed [[Cybertron (planet)|the planet]], [[Megatron (BW)|another Megatron]] subjugated nearly every Transformer alive with a transformation-lock virus and an army of [[Vehicon]]s. Skywarp was one of the handful of Transformers who had slipped through Megatron's fingers, and eventually he and [[Cyclonus (G1)|Cyclonus]] joined up with the legendary strike team, the [[Wreckers]]. Given a mission by the [[Vector Sigma|Oracle]], the Wreckers fought through an army of Vehicons to steal an Autobot shuttle in order to get off-planet. {{storylink|Departure}}

{{note|Though no reason is stated in-story as to how or why or when Skywarp got this new body between the Great War and the [[Beast Era]], ''Wreckers'' plotter [[Glen Hallit]] noted that Skywarp's body was based on a mass-production body type of its day, similar to ''Generation 1''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s [[Seeker]]s.}}

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===Dreamwave comics continuity===

Skywarp was one of Megatron's earliest recruits for the Decepticons, gathered to his inner circle after word spread about treachery in the [[Council of Elders]]. He served under the primary Decepticon faction for millennia, under Megatron and for a time under Shockwave in the Dark Ages. His teleporting power enabled him to get the best of [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]] during the [[Fallen]]'s ceremony at the [[Well of All Sparks]]. {{Storylink|The War Within: The Dark Ages}}

Skywarp was one of several Decepticon invaders on board the ''Ark'' when it crashed into [[Earth]] four million years ago while the Autobot ship was clearing an asteroid in the path of Cybertron.

In 2002, he was one of the Transformers who survived the disastrous launch of the sabotaged ''Ark II'', and was later captured and reprogrammed by arms dealer [[Lazarus|Adam "Lazarus" Rook]], who intended to rent out the services of the enslaved robots to various terrorist groups. After Megatron reactivated himself, he freed his Decepticon subordinates in order to put forward his plans to infect Earth with a metallic virus of doom. To pass the time while this happened, Starscream, Thundercracker and Skywarp busied themselves by tearing apart the Autobot Minicar team. {{Storylink|Prime Directive, Part 3}}

Skywarp later participated in Megatron's attack on San Francisco, where he followed Starscream's orders to maintain formation and drop cluster bombs on the Autobot giant [[Superion (G1)|Superion]], forcing the [[Aerialbot]]s to split into their separate robot forms. {{Storylink|Prime Directive, Part 4}}

Skywarp presumably stood watch over the defeated Autobots while Megatron tried to persuade [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] to help the Decepticons conquer Earth. After some human firefighters distracted the Decepticons long enough for Optimus Prime to free the Autobots, Skywarp was presumably beaten up and escaped when Superion sacrificed himself to stop a nuclear missile launched by rogue US General [[Robert Hallo]].

When Shockwave arrived on Earth with his new army, he quickly disposed of Megatron and demanded loyalty from Skywarp and the others. Somewhat begrudgingly, they assented and accompanied him back to Cybertron. Back on their home planet, Skywarp and Thundercracker were amazed at what Shockwave had accomplished in their absence and were planning to sign on for the duration. {{Storylink|Brothers' Burden}} After getting run down and beaten up by Optimus Prime on his way to Shockwave, though, the Seekers took an offer from Starscream and Soundwave to abandon the rising conflict on Cybertron and return to Earth for some good ol' fashioned looting. {{Storylink|Revelation (comic issue)|Revelation}}

On Earth, Skywarp was part of Starscream's initial salvo against the ''Ark'', a decoy to be deliberately taken prisoner in order to draw out the remaining Autobots where the newly reformatted [[Combaticon]]s could get at them. {{Storylink|Night of the Combaticons}} After decimating the Autobots' ranks, [[Bruticus]] freed the fallen Decepticons, and they were about ready to terminate their opponents when the awe-inspiring clone known as [[Sunstorm (G1)|Sunstorm]] emerged from fold-space, looking to have words with Starscream. Sunstorm's "purifying light" induced an energon overload in their systems, knocking them into stasis lock. {{Storylink|Black Sunshine}} Skywarp and the others remained Autobot prisoners until Starscream negotiated a deal for their release in exchange for his aid against Sunstorm. {{Storylink|Skyfire}}

Skywarp fell back under Megatron's command once the former leader arrived on Earth and forced Starscream back under his thumb. {{Storylink|The Route of All Evil}}

===IDW comics continuity===
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Skywarp, [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]] and [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] were early recruits for [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]], helping sow terror across Cybertron and kidnap Senator [[Decimus]] just prior to the [[Great War]] and founding of the [[Decepticon]]s. {{storylink|Megatron Origin issue 3}}

In the modern era, Skywarp is part of a Decepticon infiltration unit] that has operated covertly on [[Earth]] for at least four years, working to destabilize Earth's governing organizations and create global anarchy. {{storylink|Infiltration issue 3}} His alternate form is an [[wikipedia:F-22 Raptor|F-22 Raptor]] fighter jet.

Starscream assigned him and [[Blitzwing]] to destroy all traces of the [[Nebraska]] operation, but after demolishing the abandoned Nebraska command bunker, he was severely damaged by Megatron, who, unfortunately for Skywarp, had been inside at the time. {{storylink|Infiltration issue 5}} This Megatron is apparently not one to hold grudges, and he soon had Skywarp repaired and functioning again, under the understanding that there would be no further second chances. {{storylink|Escalation issue 3}} Skywarp participated in the operation at Brasnya where he injured [[Hot Rod]] and evacuated Megatron before the Autobots could destroy him. {{storylink|Escalation issue 6}}

When Ramjet began his coup, he first contacted Skywarp in an effort to get a viable ally. Skywarp thought it was a big load of crap, but said that if Ramjet could get some results in one day, they'd talk. However, Skywarp did mention that he always "bets on the leader." This turned out to be a prudent decision. {{storylink|Spotlight: Ramjet}}

It would appear that Skywarp has the ability to teleport others in addition to himself in this continuity, as he and Astrotrain appear to both fly out of one of his warps during a battle.

===IDW ''[[Hearts of Steel]]'' continuity===
Skywarp listened to Starscream discussing his plans for conquering Earth and was told that he (Skywarp) would fly ahead of [[Astrotrain (G1)|Astrotrain]], leading the way. (There's no evidence in the story that he actually ''did'' this, but if it's true, he may have survived the Decepticon defeat unharmed.) His altmode is the same as Starscream's one-engine-per-wing body. He only gets two lines of dialogue. {{Storylink|Hearts of Steel issue 2}}

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
* '''Skywarp''' (Decepticon Jet, 1984/1985/2001/2003)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''23'''

{{note|For some reason, the stats on Skywarp's, Starscream's and Thundercracker's tech specs were switched around. Skywarp was given Starscream's numbers, which explains his high intelligence and rank.}}

[[Image:Redeco.jpg|left|thumb|Skywarp is the redeco on the left. He's mostly black... not that this was a [[Black repaint|cheap or lazy]] decision.]]

: The only 1984 [[Seeker]] with a deco not used previously in [[Takara]]'s ''[[Diaclone]]'' line, Skywarp transforms into an [[wikipedia:F-15 Eagle|F-15 Eagle]] fighter jet, sharing his mold with his teammates [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] and [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]]. Many parts need to be removed completely for transformation from robot to jet and back, which nowadays is considered a major drawback of the toy. It is rare to find it complete, as neither mode can hold all the pieces required. There are a few minor mold variations of this toy (common for the first two years of ''Transformers'', really), the most immediately noticeable being that early versions did not have visible "clip-tabs" on the inner face of the gauntlets.

: Early Hasbro stock photos show Skywarp with a plastic purple nosecone. This was changed to a soft, black rubber nosecone when the toy was actually released. However, a [http://tfarchive.com/toys/articles/toypics/mex_skywarp.jpg Mexican variant] retained the purple plastic nosecone. The same stock photos also show him with purple launchers with black triggers and muzzle rings, black feet, black shins, black outer arm panels, purple horizontal stabilizers, and both sets of purple missiles. These stock photos were also later used to promote Takara's 2001 reissue.

: In 2001, Skywarp was given a short-run reissue (limited to only 1,000 pieces) by Takara as a convention-[[exclusive]] item, bundled together with Thundercracker as "[[Collector's Edition]]" Set C. The toy would later be more extensively released in 2003 as part of [[Hasbro]]'s [[Commemorative Series]] series IV, though due to US [[for safety reasons|toy-safety regulations]], his missiles were made extra-long.

: This mold was [[redeco]]ed into [[Sunstorm (G1)|Sunstorm]] and retooled to make [[Dirge (G1)|Dirge]], [[Ramjet (G1)|Ramjet]], and [[Thrust (G1)|Thrust]].

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===Machine Wars===
* '''Skywarp''' (Basic, 1997)
[[Image:MWSkywarp.jpg|right|thumb|150px|After his near-fatal encounter with the Invert Colors function.]]

: Sharing a mold once again with Thundercracker, Skywarp transforms into a white [[wikipedia:Rafale|Dassault Rafale]] fighter jet with spring-loaded one-step transformation from jet to robot. The two halves of his rifle store in his lower legs. Like all ''Machine Wars'' toys, Skywarp was an [[exclusive]] to Kay-Bee stores and related stores like Toy Liquidators.

: This mold is also used by ''[[Beast Wars II]]'' [[Dirge (BWII)|Dirge]], ''[[Robots in Disguise (franchise)|Robots in Disguise]]'' [[Skyfire (RID)|Skyfire]], ''[[Robot Masters]]'' [[Wing Stun]]'' and ''[[Timelines]]'' [[Waspinator]].

===Universe===
* '''Skywarp''' (Deluxe, 2003)
[[Image:UniverseSkywarp_toy.jpg|left|thumb|150px|Like [[Mirage (BM)|Mirage]], except he can fly.]]

:''[[Universe]]'' Skywarp is a redeco of ''[[Beast Machines]]'' [[Jetstorm (BM)|Jetstorm]] in his G1 colors. He transforms into a Cybertronic fighter jet, armed with two projectile launchers that can fire orange energon bolts.

: His [[spark]] crystal has a Decepticon sigil [[tampograph]]ed on top of it.

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===Smallest Transformers===
* '''Skywarp''' (2003)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''GTF X-1'''

: [[Smallest Transforming Transformers|Smallest Transformers]] Skywarp was a very small-scale simplification of the original G1 Seeker toy, retaining most of its functionality and accessories, except for his long null-rays. Skywarp was one of two [[chase figure]]s from the first wave of the line.

: This mold was redecoed from Starscream, then re-redecoed into Thundercracker, and finally retooled to make Thrust.

===Robot Masters===
* '''Skywarp & Thundercracker''' (Multi-pack, 2005)
[[Image:RMSkywarp_toy.jpg|left|thumb|150px|Now with the proper articulation for down-stair-pushing.]]

: ''[[Robot Masters]]'' Skywarp is a redeco of [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] from the same series, a smaller yet more advanced version of the original toy, adding more articulation and reducing the amount of [[part-forming]] required. He was available only in a two-pack with Thundercracker, which also came with a Decepticon sigil pin and chromed missile pods. This set was the very last product released in the ''Robot Masters'' line and wasn't even strictly sold in a box from that series; instead, it used an [[e-Hobby]] ''Generation 1'' reissue box, with a small ''Robot Masters'' sticker in the corner tab noting its origin from the front.

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===Classics===
* '''Ultra Magnus vs Skywarp: Battle For Autobot City''' (Multi-pack, 2006)
[[Image:Classics_Skywarp_toy.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Skywarp only wears the finest Decepticon fingerless gloves.]]

: ''[[Classics_(2006)|Classics]]'' Skywarp is a slight retool of the ''Classics'' Starscream mold, transforming into an [[wikipedia:F-15 Eagle|F-15 Eagle]] fighter jet, though with a canopy like that of an [[wikipedia:F-14 Tomcat|F-14 Tomcat]]. He comes with a pair of spring-loaded missile launchers that can be mounted on his biceps or used as hand-held weapons in robot mode and can attach under his wings in vehicle mode. As with most ''Classics'' toys, he also features a heat-sensitive [[rubsign]].

: Skywarp was retooled from the earlier Starscream figures. The retool is present in the jet intake area. The slope of his shoulders was decreased from Starscream's, and a rectangle added to the vertical area, making the number now five instead of four. This retooled version was used for the ''Classics'' [[Ramjet (G1)|Ramjet]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], [[Thrust (G1)|Thrust]], and [[Dirge (G1)|Dirge]]. At the end of ''Classics'' Starscream's production run, he too used this version of the mold.

: He was only available as part of a Target stores exclusive two-pack with [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]]. The set's price was $19.99, despite including both a Voyager-class and Deluxe-class mold in it, which was approximately $30 worth of toys if they'd been sold separately. He was also available in Woolworth stores throughout the United Kingdom.

===Masterpiece===
* '''MP-06 Masterpiece Skywarp''' (2007)

[[Image:MP-6_Skywarp.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Takara finally remembered what colors the Seekers are supposed to be.]]

: ''[[Masterpiece]]'' Skywarp was released in Japan in September of 2007. It is a redeco of the Masterpiece Starscream mold in black, gray, silver, and purple, though the purple and silver are more minimal than usual. It is able to switch between a minimally retooled stoic face and a new snarly face, retooled from Starscream's previous smirk. The tiny [[Doctor Arkeville]] is also included, as well as a clasp for jet-mode Skywarp to hold the gun-mode Megatron that came with Masterpiece Convoy.

[[Image:MPSkywarp_stickers.jpg|left|thumb|100px|Sadly, no stair-pusher sticker.]]

: The sticker sheet includes Skywarp-esque stripes, as well as several whimsical squadron markings.

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===Attacktix===
*'''Skywarp'''

==Merchandise==
===Heroes of Cybertron===
* '''Skywarp''' (2002)
: Recolor of the Japanese SCF Skywarp figure. Non-transforming, true to the animation model. Distinctive from the Japanese release with its glossy paint, "light-up" eyes, and slightly different paint details. The Japanese version was a ''[[Lucky Draw]]'' figure limited to 200 pieces and was one of the two prizes, the other being a mostly clear reissue Starscream (not to be confused with Ghost Starscream reissue), offered from the original run of the ''Transformers: Generations'' book.

* '''Skywarp''' (2003)

: Above, but part of a six-pack of figures which also included Starscream, Thundercracker, and three Clones from the [[OTFCC 2003]] convention set. It featured a more metallic paint job from the normal release and slightly different paint details.

===Legends of Cybertron===

* '''Skywarp''' (2004 - Unreleased)

: A recolor of Mega ''Super Figure Collection'' G1 Starscream (minus the extra coronation accessories, open-palm hands, and the hand wielding Megatron in gun mode), Skywarp was to be among the first of the fan club exclusives offered by [[OTFCC]] as well as the first in their ''Legends of Cybertron'' line. The figure was delayed and never saw a full release due to [[3H Productions|3H Enterprises]] losing the license to run the offical Transformers fan club. At least a couple of sample versions were produced.

===Robot Heroes===
* '''Skywarp''' (2007)
[[Image:Robot_Hero_Skywarp.jpg|left|thumb|120px|Clearly just after shoving Starscream down a flight of stairs.]]

: Skywarp is one of the five exclusive figures in Wal-Mart's "Decepticon Sneak Attack" set. He's a black and purple redeco of Starscream, yes. His left hand's for pushing you down stairs, his right fist's for pumping the air in victory. Sweet, sweet stair-based victory.

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===3D Battle-Card Game===
*'''Skywarp''' (2007)
: A 25-point "uncommon" character in the [[3D Battle-Card Game]]'s "Energon Wars" expansion, Skywarp "transforms" into a black and purple jet. He uses the same parts layout as [[Transformers (2007)|Movie]] [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] and [[Dreadwing (Movie)|Dreadwing]].

==Trivia==
[[Image:LiveActionJazz-Skywarp01.jpg|right|thumb|200px|I bet he spiked the punch.]]

* A commercial for Transformers reflective iron-on patches advertised the "Prizes in Disguise" competition. When the iron-on patch was used, it was possible to find instead an instant win ticket for a Transformers voice changer (of the [[Enemy]] variety)—or to have a party with "life-size" Transformers! Among the "life-size" Transformers shown were [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]] and Skywarp. In all likelihood, you did not party with them.

[[Image:Skywarpatron.jpg|left|thumb|150px|Skywarp really DID need close supervision.]]

* In a possible fit of madness, a triple changer was proposed that would switch between Skywarp (possibly mistaken for Starscream), [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]], and Skywarp's jet mode.

* Character bios written by unknown persons for the Australian (Madman) DVD release of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'' definitely claim that Skywarp became Cyclonus. Basically, nobody considers that weighty "evidence".

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==External links==
* [http://www.tfu.info/1984/Decepticon/Skywarp/skywarp.htm Skywarp at TFU.info]
* [http://www.ntfa.net/universe/english/index.php?act=view&char=Skywarp Skywarp's Universe profile at NTFA.net]

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Skywarp (G1)

2008-04-07T07:36:34Z

58.107.44.11: /* Marvel Comics continuity */ added note about his 'death' at Galvatron's hands relating to the whole 'who is Cyclonus' question

{{disambig3|Skywarp}}
:''Skywarp is a [[Decepticon]] from the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:Skywarp1.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Skywarp, Decepticon Stair-Pusher-Downer]]

[[Teleportation]] is a dangerous tool in the hands of a capable adversary. Thankfully for the [[Autobot]]s, '''Skywarp''' is the Decepticon who possesses that ability. Skywarp's not so bright, so without supervision he's worthless as a warrior. He mostly uses his teleportation power for immature pranks on both friend and foe. He takes a charmingly puerile angle at thuggery, so his pranks are well-received amongst his Decepticon peers (excepting the victim, of course).

Because, come on, a surprise push down a staircase is ''hilarious''.

:''Italian name'': '''Corvo''' ("Crow")
:''Hungarian name'': '''Égretörő''' ("Sky-springer")
:''French-Canadian name'': '''Fraudeur''' ("Cheater" or "Evader" or "Smuggler")
:''Chinese name (Taiwan):'' '''Tien Wan''' ("Sky Warp")
:''Chinese name (China):'' '''Nao Fan Tian''' ("Extreme Ruckus")

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
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[[Image:Skywarpthundercrackerintroduction.jpg|left|thumb|200px|You can tell Skywarp apart from Thundercracker in the Marvel Comics by, uh.... let us get back to you on that.]]
Skywarp was one of [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron's]] troops who attacked the ''[[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'' during its mission to clear a path for [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] through an asteroid field. He was deactivated when it crashed on [[Earth]], and he lay dormant for four million years. When he and his fellow Decepticons awoke, Skywarp was given a new [[altmode]], that of an Earth jet. {{storylink|The Transformers (comic issue)}} He aided the Decepticons in their building of their new base constructed of parts from [[Harrison Nuclear Power Plant]] and joined in their attack on [[Sparkplug Witwicky]]'s auto repair shop. After the successful abduction of Sparkplug Witwicky, Skywarp, [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], and [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] defended their base from [[Autobot]]s, though [[Gears]] and [[Spider-Man]] were able to sneak through and rescue Sparkplug. {{storylink|Prisoner of War!}}

''When Starscream fired upon his teammate [[Ravage]] for eavesdropping on his plot to overthrow Megatron, Skywarp and the other Decepticons sought deadly revenge on the Decepticon Air Commander. {{storylink|The Enemy Within!|The Enemy Within!, part 2}} Though Starscream escaped, the Decepticons soon regrouped to attack the ''Ark'', but their battle was ended prematurely when [[Auntie]], the ''Ark''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s computer system, magnetized the walls, immobilizing both factions. {{storylink|Raiders of the Last Ark}} Skywarp also traveled with the Decepticons to the [[United Kingdom]], where he and his teammates attempted to learn about a mysterious Autobot rescue ship buried under a castle. An initial attack on the Autobots left Skywarp seriously wounded by a bomb from [[Bluestreak]]. {{storylink|Man of Iron!|Man of Iron: Part 3}}

Though Sparkplug Witwicky was able to devise a way for the Decepticons to convert Earth fuel into a usable substance, he also poisoned the result, so Skywarp and his fellow Decepticons were immobilized at the climax of their would-be final battle with the Autobots. {{storylink|The Last Stand}} The Decepticon [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] took command of the Decepticons and the ''Ark'' shortly thereafter and nursed Skywarp and his comrades back to full health. Skywarp may have helped Shockwave attempt to capture and brainwash [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]] into a Decepticon, or it may have been Thundercracker without red stripes. It's hard to tell. {{storylink|Plight of the Bumblebee!}}
[[Image:Skywarpgoofyteleportation.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Upon close inspection, Skywarp's teleportation power is merely a goofy loop-de-loop.]]
He served the Decepticon cause up until he was deactivated while battling [[Omega Supreme (G1)|Omega Supreme]] and placed in prison stasis at Autobot headquarters. {{Storylink|Command Performances!}}

''When [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] traveled back from the year 2006 to build a super-weapon to destroy [[Unicron]], Skywarp was a key player in the defeat of the mad Decepticon. Sorta.''

''The Autobots took Skywarp out of stasis, painted him to look like [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], and sent him stumbling toward Galvatron with a tape-recorder of Starscream's voice on his back. Galvatron, still sore about Starscream tossing him out of [[Astrotrain]] during his Megatron days, shot and presumably killed Skywarp. Galvatron then realized that if he killed Starscream in the past then there'd be no way he could have killed Starscream in the future (never mind that killing Skywarp now opens up that whole issue of Cyclous' identity). Believing he was in an alternate past and thus nothing he did there would affect his personal timeline, Galvatron hurried back to his proper time. Way to take one for the team, Skywarp. {{storylink|Target 2006}}''

During a massive battle between the Autobots and Decepticons on Earth's moon, Skywarp and the other Decepticons held in stasis aboard the ''Ark'' were liberated by the [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicon]]s and subsequently brought back online. {{storylink|Totalled!}} During the first Decepticon Civil War, Skywarp battled with [[Ratbat]]'s Decepticons against [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]]'s Decepticons. Skywarp surprised [[Bugly]] with his teleportation powers and blasted him, temporarily stunning him. However, Bugly successfully returned fire, striking where he guessed Skywarp would next teleport. {{storylink|Cold War!}} Skywarp was repaired in time to face an [[Underbase]]-powered Starscream in [[Tokyo]], but both he and Thundercracker were destroyed by their former flying partner. {{storylink|Dark Star!}}

===Generation 2===
The Autobots and the Decepticons had just agreed to make an alliance against the [[Cybertronian Empire]], but the Decepticons disagreed about aiding other planets' people. When the Autobots went alone to fight the [[Cybertronian]]s, they almost were defeated, until Skywarp (yes, this article is about him) suddenly appeared, followed by the rest of the Decepticon army, to aid the Autobots.

And you just know he mocked the Aerialbots he saved. ''Relentlessly.'' {{Storylink|Escalation!}}

===Fun Publications Classics comics===
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===Generation 1 cartoon===
:''Voice Actor:'' [[Frank Welker]] (US), [[Masashi Ebara]] (Japan)

[[Image:Tetrajet seekers.jpg|thumb|Cybertron alt-mode (left). The early Decepticons promoted geometry. ]]

Skywarp was one of the elite Decepticons that accompanied Megatron in infiltrating the ''Ark'' four million years ago. After crash-landing on Earth, the Decepticons and [[Autobots]] laid dormant for four million years, until volcanic activity stirred them into consciousness. Skywarp was the first of the ''Ark''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s Transformers to be reformatted and awakened by [[Teletraan I]]. Now an F-15 fighter jet, Skywarp next dragged [[Megatron]]'s body into the reformatting rays of the ''Ark''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s computer. {{storylink|More Than Meets the Eye, Part 1}}
[[Image:csskywarp3.jpg|thumb|left|Say hello to [[Megatron (G1)|my little friend]].]]

Since the Decepticons were so badly short-staffed during their early days on Earth, Skywarp was usually involved in whatever crazy plot for universal domination Megatron was hatching. This included attacks on an off-shore oil rig, [[Sherman Dam]] and the [[Ruby Crystal Mines of Burma|ruby crystal mines of Burma]]. When the Decepticons escaped the Burma operation with a cache of energon cubes, Skywarp requested permission from Megatron to teleport in order to scare off Autobot pursuers. Teleporting behind the strangely airborne duo of [[Ironhide]] and [[Bluestreak]], Skywarp pasted the ornery old Autobot with a heat-seeking missile, knocking him out of the sky that he probably shouldn't have been able to fly around in. {{storylink|More Than Meets the Eye, Part 3}}

Skywarp continued to serve the Decepticons for many more years, never really doing anything notable. He was first to fall victim to an invention developed by [[Wheeljack]] that allowed Teletraan I to take brief control of his body. [[Chip Chase]], a human ally of the Autobots, planted the device on Skywarp's ankle in the thick of battle. {{Storylink|Roll For It}} Skywarp's teleportation power did come in use when he was needed to sneak up on the Autobots (who were all in vehicle mode) and zap them with the [[Transfixatron]]. {{Storylink|The Autobot Run}}

In 2005, Skywarp was badly injured during the battle of [[Autobot City]]. Though he escaped with the rest of his comrades aboard [[Astrotrain (G1)|Astrotrain]], he was tossed out into space with other badly damaged Decepticons en route to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] so that the rest would be able to make it home. Skywarp's body was gathered by [[Unicron]] and, among others, used to make [[Galvatron]]'s new warriors. Skywarp arguably became either [[Cyclonus (G1)|Cyclonus]] or [[Cyclonus's Armada]], the identical warrior who was never seen again. Either way, Skywarp effectively ceased existing. {{Storylink|The Transformers: The Movie}}

====''Robot Masters'' online mini-comics====

===''Universe: The Wreckers''===

[[Image:Wreckersskywarpcyclonus.jpg|thumb|right|175px|Looks like [[Cyclonus (G1)#Who is Cyclonus?|Cyclonus was Bombshell]]. Neener neener.]]

After the Decepticons lost the Great War and [[Maximal]]s and [[Predacon]]s claimed [[Cybertron (planet)|the planet]], [[Megatron (BW)|another Megatron]] subjugated nearly every Transformer alive with a transformation-lock virus and an army of [[Vehicon]]s. Skywarp was one of the handful of Transformers who had slipped through Megatron's fingers, and eventually he and [[Cyclonus (G1)|Cyclonus]] joined up with the legendary strike team, the [[Wreckers]]. Given a mission by the [[Vector Sigma|Oracle]], the Wreckers fought through an army of Vehicons to steal an Autobot shuttle in order to get off-planet. {{storylink|Departure}}

{{note|Though no reason is stated in-story as to how or why or when Skywarp got this new body between the Great War and the [[Beast Era]], ''Wreckers'' plotter [[Glen Hallit]] noted that Skywarp's body was based on a mass-production body type of its day, similar to ''Generation 1''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s [[Seeker]]s.}}

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===Dreamwave comics continuity===

Skywarp was one of Megatron's earliest recruits for the Decepticons, gathered to his inner circle after word spread about treachery in the [[Council of Elders]]. He served under the primary Decepticon faction for millennia, under Megatron and for a time under Shockwave in the Dark Ages. His teleporting power enabled him to get the best of [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]] during the [[Fallen]]'s ceremony at the [[Well of All Sparks]]. {{Storylink|The War Within: The Dark Ages}}

Skywarp was one of several Decepticon invaders on board the ''Ark'' when it crashed into [[Earth]] four million years ago while the Autobot ship was clearing an asteroid in the path of Cybertron.

In 2002, he was one of the Transformers who survived the disastrous launch of the sabotaged ''Ark II'', and was later captured and reprogrammed by arms dealer [[Lazarus|Adam "Lazarus" Rook]], who intended to rent out the services of the enslaved robots to various terrorist groups. After Megatron reactivated himself, he freed his Decepticon subordinates in order to put forward his plans to infect Earth with a metallic virus of doom. To pass the time while this happened, Starscream, Thundercracker and Skywarp busied themselves by tearing apart the Autobot Minicar team. {{Storylink|Prime Directive, Part 3}}

Skywarp later participated in Megatron's attack on San Francisco, where he followed Starscream's orders to maintain formation and drop cluster bombs on the Autobot giant [[Superion (G1)|Superion]], forcing the [[Aerialbot]]s to split into their separate robot forms. {{Storylink|Prime Directive, Part 4}}

Skywarp presumably stood watch over the defeated Autobots while Megatron tried to persuade [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] to help the Decepticons conquer Earth. After some human firefighters distracted the Decepticons long enough for Optimus Prime to free the Autobots, Skywarp was presumably beaten up and escaped when Superion sacrificed himself to stop a nuclear missile launched by rogue US General [[Robert Hallo]].

When Shockwave arrived on Earth with his new army, he quickly disposed of Megatron and demanded loyalty from Skywarp and the others. Somewhat begrudgingly, they assented and accompanied him back to Cybertron. Back on their home planet, Skywarp and Thundercracker were amazed at what Shockwave had accomplished in their absence and were planning to sign on for the duration. {{Storylink|Brothers' Burden}} After getting run down and beaten up by Optimus Prime on his way to Shockwave, though, the Seekers took an offer from Starscream and Soundwave to abandon the rising conflict on Cybertron and return to Earth for some good ol' fashioned looting. {{Storylink|Revelation (comic issue)|Revelation}}

On Earth, Skywarp was part of Starscream's initial salvo against the ''Ark'', a decoy to be deliberately taken prisoner in order to draw out the remaining Autobots where the newly reformatted [[Combaticon]]s could get at them. {{Storylink|Night of the Combaticons}} After decimating the Autobots' ranks, [[Bruticus]] freed the fallen Decepticons, and they were about ready to terminate their opponents when the awe-inspiring clone known as [[Sunstorm (G1)|Sunstorm]] emerged from fold-space, looking to have words with Starscream. Sunstorm's "purifying light" induced an energon overload in their systems, knocking them into stasis lock. {{Storylink|Black Sunshine}} Skywarp and the others remained Autobot prisoners until Starscream negotiated a deal for their release in exchange for his aid against Sunstorm. {{Storylink|Skyfire}}

Skywarp fell back under Megatron's command once the former leader arrived on Earth and forced Starscream back under his thumb. {{Storylink|The Route of All Evil}}

===IDW comics continuity===
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Skywarp, [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]] and [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] were early recruits for [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]], helping sow terror across Cybertron and kidnap Senator [[Decimus]] just prior to the [[Great War]] and founding of the [[Decepticon]]s. {{storylink|Megatron Origin issue 3}}

In the modern era, Skywarp is part of a Decepticon infiltration unit] that has operated covertly on [[Earth]] for at least four years, working to destabilize Earth's governing organizations and create global anarchy. {{storylink|Infiltration issue 3}} His alternate form is an [[wikipedia:F-22 Raptor|F-22 Raptor]] fighter jet.

Starscream assigned him and [[Blitzwing]] to destroy all traces of the [[Nebraska]] operation, but after demolishing the abandoned Nebraska command bunker, he was severely damaged by Megatron, who, unfortunately for Skywarp, had been inside at the time. {{storylink|Infiltration issue 5}} This Megatron is apparently not one to hold grudges, and he soon had Skywarp repaired and functioning again, under the understanding that there would be no further second chances. {{storylink|Escalation issue 3}} Skywarp participated in the operation at Brasnya where he injured [[Hot Rod]] and evacuated Megatron before the Autobots could destroy him. {{storylink|Escalation issue 6}}

When Ramjet began his coup, he first contacted Skywarp in an effort to get a viable ally. Skywarp thought it was a big load of crap, but said that if Ramjet could get some results in one day, they'd talk. However, Skywarp did mention that he always "bets on the leader." This turned out to be a prudent decision. {{storylink|Spotlight: Ramjet}}

It would appear that Skywarp has the ability to teleport others in addition to himself in this continuity, as he and Astrotrain appear to both fly out of one of his warps during a battle.

===IDW ''[[Hearts of Steel]]'' continuity===
Skywarp listened to Starscream discussing his plans for conquering Earth and was told that he (Skywarp) would fly ahead of [[Astrotrain (G1)|Astrotrain]], leading the way. (There's no evidence in the story that he actually ''did'' this, but if it's true, he may have survived the Decepticon defeat unharmed.) His altmode is the same as Starscream's one-engine-per-wing body. He only gets two lines of dialogue. {{Storylink|Hearts of Steel issue 2}}

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
* '''Skywarp''' (Decepticon Jet, 1984/1985/2001/2003)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''23'''

{{note|For some reason, the stats on Skywarp's, Starscream's and Thundercracker's tech specs were switched around. Skywarp was given Starscream's numbers, which explains his high intelligence and rank.}}

[[Image:Redeco.jpg|left|thumb|Skywarp is the redeco on the left. He's mostly black... not that this was a [[Black repaint|cheap or lazy]] decision.]]

: The only 1984 [[Seeker]] with a deco not used previously in [[Takara]]'s ''[[Diaclone]]'' line, Skywarp transforms into an [[wikipedia:F-15 Eagle|F-15 Eagle]] fighter jet, sharing his mold with his teammates [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] and [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]]. Many parts need to be removed completely for transformation from robot to jet and back, which nowadays is considered a major drawback of the toy. It is rare to find it complete, as neither mode can hold all the pieces required. There are a few minor mold variations of this toy (common for the first two years of ''Transformers'', really), the most immediately noticeable being that early versions did not have visible "clip-tabs" on the inner face of the gauntlets.

: Early Hasbro stock photos show Skywarp with a plastic purple nosecone. This was changed to a soft, black rubber nosecone when the toy was actually released. However, a [http://tfarchive.com/toys/articles/toypics/mex_skywarp.jpg Mexican variant] retained the purple plastic nosecone. The same stock photos also show him with purple launchers with black triggers and muzzle rings, black feet, black shins, black outer arm panels, purple horizontal stabilizers, and both sets of purple missiles. These stock photos were also later used to promote Takara's 2001 reissue.

: In 2001, Skywarp was given a short-run reissue (limited to only 1,000 pieces) by Takara as a convention-[[exclusive]] item, bundled together with Thundercracker as "[[Collector's Edition]]" Set C. The toy would later be more extensively released in 2003 as part of [[Hasbro]]'s [[Commemorative Series]] series IV, though due to US [[for safety reasons|toy-safety regulations]], his missiles were made extra-long.

: This mold was [[redeco]]ed into [[Sunstorm (G1)|Sunstorm]] and retooled to make [[Dirge (G1)|Dirge]], [[Ramjet (G1)|Ramjet]], and [[Thrust (G1)|Thrust]].

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===Machine Wars===
* '''Skywarp''' (Basic, 1997)
[[Image:MWSkywarp.jpg|right|thumb|150px|After his near-fatal encounter with the Invert Colors function.]]

: Sharing a mold once again with Thundercracker, Skywarp transforms into a white [[wikipedia:Rafale|Dassault Rafale]] fighter jet with spring-loaded one-step transformation from jet to robot. The two halves of his rifle store in his lower legs. Like all ''Machine Wars'' toys, Skywarp was an [[exclusive]] to Kay-Bee stores and related stores like Toy Liquidators.

: This mold is also used by ''[[Beast Wars II]]'' [[Dirge (BWII)|Dirge]], ''[[Robots in Disguise (franchise)|Robots in Disguise]]'' [[Skyfire (RID)|Skyfire]], ''[[Robot Masters]]'' [[Wing Stun]]'' and ''[[Timelines]]'' [[Waspinator]].

===Universe===
* '''Skywarp''' (Deluxe, 2003)
[[Image:UniverseSkywarp_toy.jpg|left|thumb|150px|Like [[Mirage (BM)|Mirage]], except he can fly.]]

:''[[Universe]]'' Skywarp is a redeco of ''[[Beast Machines]]'' [[Jetstorm (BM)|Jetstorm]] in his G1 colors. He transforms into a Cybertronic fighter jet, armed with two projectile launchers that can fire orange energon bolts.

: His [[spark]] crystal has a Decepticon sigil [[tampograph]]ed on top of it.

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===Smallest Transformers===
* '''Skywarp''' (2003)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''GTF X-1'''

: [[Smallest Transforming Transformers|Smallest Transformers]] Skywarp was a very small-scale simplification of the original G1 Seeker toy, retaining most of its functionality and accessories, except for his long null-rays. Skywarp was one of two [[chase figure]]s from the first wave of the line.

: This mold was redecoed from Starscream, then re-redecoed into Thundercracker, and finally retooled to make Thrust.

===Robot Masters===
* '''Skywarp & Thundercracker''' (Multi-pack, 2005)
[[Image:RMSkywarp_toy.jpg|left|thumb|150px|Now with the proper articulation for down-stair-pushing.]]

: ''[[Robot Masters]]'' Skywarp is a redeco of [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] from the same series, a smaller yet more advanced version of the original toy, adding more articulation and reducing the amount of [[part-forming]] required. He was available only in a two-pack with Thundercracker, which also came with a Decepticon sigil pin and chromed missile pods. This set was the very last product released in the ''Robot Masters'' line and wasn't even strictly sold in a box from that series; instead, it used an [[e-Hobby]] ''Generation 1'' reissue box, with a small ''Robot Masters'' sticker in the corner tab noting its origin from the front.

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===Classics===
* '''Ultra Magnus vs Skywarp: Battle For Autobot City''' (Multi-pack, 2006)
[[Image:Classics_Skywarp_toy.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Skywarp only wears the finest Decepticon fingerless gloves.]]

: ''[[Classics_(2006)|Classics]]'' Skywarp is a slight retool of the ''Classics'' Starscream mold, transforming into an [[wikipedia:F-15 Eagle|F-15 Eagle]] fighter jet, though with a canopy like that of an [[wikipedia:F-14 Tomcat|F-14 Tomcat]]. He comes with a pair of spring-loaded missile launchers that can be mounted on his biceps or used as hand-held weapons in robot mode and can attach under his wings in vehicle mode. As with most ''Classics'' toys, he also features a heat-sensitive [[rubsign]].

: Skywarp was retooled from the earlier Starscream figures. The retool is present in the jet intake area. The slope of his shoulders was decreased from Starscream's, and a rectangle added to the vertical area, making the number now five instead of four. This retooled version was used for the ''Classics'' [[Ramjet (G1)|Ramjet]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], [[Thrust (G1)|Thrust]], and [[Dirge (G1)|Dirge]]. At the end of ''Classics'' Starscream's production run, he too used this version of the mold.

: He was only available as part of a Target stores exclusive two-pack with [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]]. The set's price was $19.99, despite including both a Voyager-class and Deluxe-class mold in it, which was approximately $30 worth of toys if they'd been sold separately. He was also available in Woolworth stores throughout the United Kingdom.

===Masterpiece===
* '''MP-06 Masterpiece Skywarp''' (2007)

[[Image:MP-6_Skywarp.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Takara finally remembered what colors the Seekers are supposed to be.]]

: ''[[Masterpiece]]'' Skywarp was released in Japan in September of 2007. It is a redeco of the Masterpiece Starscream mold in black, gray, silver, and purple, though the purple and silver are more minimal than usual. It is able to switch between a minimally retooled stoic face and a new snarly face, retooled from Starscream's previous smirk. The tiny [[Doctor Arkeville]] is also included, as well as a clasp for jet-mode Skywarp to hold the gun-mode Megatron that came with Masterpiece Convoy.

[[Image:MPSkywarp_stickers.jpg|left|thumb|100px|Sadly, no stair-pusher sticker.]]

: The sticker sheet includes Skywarp-esque stripes, as well as several whimsical squadron markings.

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===Attacktix===
*'''Skywarp'''

==Merchandise==
===Heroes of Cybertron===
* '''Skywarp''' (2002)
: Recolor of the Japanese SCF Skywarp figure. Non-transforming, true to the animation model. Distinctive from the Japanese release with its glossy paint, "light-up" eyes, and slightly different paint details. The Japanese version was a ''[[Lucky Draw]]'' figure limited to 200 pieces and was one of the two prizes, the other being a mostly clear reissue Starscream (not to be confused with Ghost Starscream reissue), offered from the original run of the ''Transformers: Generations'' book.

* '''Skywarp''' (2003)

: Above, but part of a six-pack of figures which also included Starscream, Thundercracker, and three Clones from the [[OTFCC 2003]] convention set. It featured a more metallic paint job from the normal release and slightly different paint details.

===Legends of Cybertron===

* '''Skywarp''' (2004 - Unreleased)

: A recolor of Mega ''Super Figure Collection'' G1 Starscream (minus the extra coronation accessories, open-palm hands, and the hand wielding Megatron in gun mode), Skywarp was to be among the first of the fan club exclusives offered by [[OTFCC]] as well as the first in their ''Legends of Cybertron'' line. The figure was delayed and never saw a full release due to [[3H Productions|3H Enterprises]] losing the license to run the offical Transformers fan club. At least a couple of sample versions were produced.

===Robot Heroes===
* '''Skywarp''' (2007)
[[Image:Robot_Hero_Skywarp.jpg|left|thumb|120px|Clearly just after shoving Starscream down a flight of stairs.]]

: Skywarp is one of the five exclusive figures in Wal-Mart's "Decepticon Sneak Attack" set. He's a black and purple redeco of Starscream, yes. His left hand's for pushing you down stairs, his right fist's for pumping the air in victory. Sweet, sweet stair-based victory.

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===3D Battle-Card Game===
*'''Skywarp''' (2007)
: A 25-point "uncommon" character in the [[3D Battle-Card Game]]'s "Energon Wars" expansion, Skywarp "transforms" into a black and purple jet. He uses the same parts layout as [[Transformers (2007)|Movie]] [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] and [[Dreadwing (Movie)|Dreadwing]].

==Trivia==
[[Image:LiveActionJazz-Skywarp01.jpg|right|thumb|200px|I bet he spiked the punch.]]

* A commercial for Transformers reflective iron-on patches advertised the "Prizes in Disguise" competition. When the iron-on patch was used, it was possible to find instead an instant win ticket for a Transformers voice changer (of the [[Enemy]] variety)—or to have a party with "life-size" Transformers! Among the "life-size" Transformers shown were [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]] and Skywarp. In all likelihood, you did not party with them.

[[Image:Skywarpatron.jpg|left|thumb|150px|Skywarp really DID need close supervision.]]

* In a possible fit of madness, a triple changer was proposed that would switch between Skywarp (possibly mistaken for Starscream), [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]], and Skywarp's jet mode.

* Character bios written by unknown persons for the Australian (Madman) DVD release of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'' definitely claim that Skywarp became Cyclonus. Basically, nobody considers that weighty "evidence".

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==External links==
* [http://www.tfu.info/1984/Decepticon/Skywarp/skywarp.htm Skywarp at TFU.info]
* [http://www.ntfa.net/universe/english/index.php?act=view&char=Skywarp Skywarp's Universe profile at NTFA.net]

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Fangry (G1)

2008-04-06T09:03:31Z

58.107.44.11: /* Generation 2 */ added note to mention his G1 fate

:''Fangry is a [[Decepticon]] in the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:DW_G1Fangry.jpg|right|thumb|250px|But what happens if you ORDER him to be an ass?]]

No Decepticon leader wants '''Fangry''' under his command. The rebellious, foul-mouthed Fangry explodes violently against any being who dares give him an order. He has attacked almost as many unfortunate Decepticons as he has their actual enemies, the Autobots. A Decepticon with a healthy sense of self-preservation will give Fangry orders in the form of mild suggestions or reverse psychology.

Fangry has complete faith in his judgment and his alone. He is unwilling to listen to advice, and his tactics are notoriously flawed. Furthermore, he's likely to be abandoned on the battlefield when in trouble. The mere act of coming to his rescue implies he needs help at all—and, well, you know how he reacts to that idea.

Fangry's [[Headmaster]] partner is [[Brisko]].

:''French-Canadian name'': '''Croc'''

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics===
====Generation 1====
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[[Image:Headmasterscashandcarnage.jpg|left|thumb|250px|This'd be funnier if they were the Autobot Headmasters.]]Fangry and his Headmaster partner, Brisko, oversaw part of the [[Z Foundation]]'s attempt at recruiting [[human]]s to take down the Autobots for them. Their pawns, the [[Roadjammer]]s, ended up overstepping their boundaries and double-crossed the Decepticons. Though the Roadjammers did use the jammers they were provided to capture three Autobots, they used a frequency splitter to jam three more Transformers—namely, Fangry and his companions [[Squeezeplay]] and [[Horri-Bull]]. The Decepticons' plans were scrapped when the Roadjammers used their jammer to control all six jammed Autobots and Decepticons to attack [[Zarak|Mr. Z]] and [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]]. Overwhelmed, the Decepticons' anti-jammer was required to free them all, allowing Fangry and the others to escape. {{Storylink|Ca$h and Car-Nage!}}

''Shortly thereafter, Fangry joined his fellow Decepticons in recovering [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]]'s head from [[Highbrow]], but was then shunted into [[Limbo]] to make way for the time-traveling [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] and the [[Terrorcon (G1)|Terrorcon]]s, leaving him out of the [[Time Wars]]. {{storylink|Time Wars}}''

[[Image:Fangrythousandterribledeaths.jpg|right|thumb|Fangry read [[The Beast Within]] and vowed the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobot]]s would pay. [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]]'s not too concerned.]]

As the threat of [[Unicron]] neared, [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] surrendered his Autobots to Scorponok's Decepticons on Earth in order to facilitate an alliance against the Chaos Bringer, and Fangry helped the Autobots unload their weapons and partners. {{storylink|Surrender!}} While a second Decepticon Civil War soon broke out, Fangry was ordered by [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] to head topside along with [[Weirdwolf]] and [[Misfire]]. {{storylink|...All This and Civil War 2}} Later, Fangry was surprised that [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] was suggesting they lay down their arms and join forces with the Autobots against Unicron, unaware that Soundwave had been hypnotized by [[Mindwipe]] (who had himself been coerced by [[Kup]]). But before Fangry could react further, he and every other Transformer on Earth was instantly transported to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] by [[Primus]]. {{storylink|Out of Time!}} There he and the others gathered to hear Primus (speaking through [[Emirate Xaaron]]) tell the history of the rivalry between him and Unicron. {{storylink|The Void! (Marvel US comic)|The Void!}}

Fangry survived the Transformers' battle with Unicron {{storylink|On the Edge of Extinction!}}, and when [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]] assumed command of the Decepticons, Fangry was quick to assert his independence. Like many Decepticons, he was wary of the Autobot/Decepticon alliance that had tenuously been forged in the aftermath of Unicron's destruction. The new Autobot commander, [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]], didn't make things any easier by throwing cups of oil at Fangry's head to shut him up. Later that night, Fangry tried to jump Grimlock, but bit off more than he could chew, as Grimlock had just received his spiffy new [[Action Master]] upgrade.

Fangry's public humiliation did serve a purpose, however, as it gave Bludgeon a rallying point to ensure his fellow Decepticons were willing to end the alliance abruptly and leave the Autobots stranded on Cybertron. {{storylink|Exodus!}} Fangry accompanied Bludgeon and the Decepticons to the massacre on planet [[Klo]] {{storylink|The Last Autobot?}}, and after the Autobots arrived and were successfully ambushed, Fangry served as lead tracker hunting the remaining five Autobots. He again tried to attack Grimlock, who dispatched him with a single punch through the chest and out the back. {{Storylink|End of the Road! (Marvel US comic)|End of the Road!}}

{{note|Fangry's origin is unknown. He was not one of the original Nebulan-bonded Decepticon Headmasters, so either Zarak recruited more Nebulan partners for the Decepticons behind the scenes in ''Headmasters'' #4, or he returned to Nebulos for a recruitment drive at some later date.}}

=====Marvel UK future timelines=====

''In 1995, [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] led Fangry, Squeezeplay and Horri-Bull in investigating an alleged "Autobot secret weapon", and instead found a feminist rally where [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] was unveiling the new female Autobot, [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]]. Unfortunately for them, Fangry and his pals underestimated Arcee's prowess, and she ended up mopping the floor with them. {{storylink|Prime's Rib!}}''

====''Another Time and Place''====

After the disaster on Klo, Fangry attempted to challenge Bludgeon's leadership. The Pretender had him down on his back and a sword at his throat before Fangry even finished the sentence. The Decepticons' next move was to track Grimlock and the Dinobots to [[Hydrus Four]], and lay claim to the [[Nucleon]] supply there. Bludgeon planned to revive the glorious [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]], but Fangry didn't much care either way. Bored, he went looking for something to kill. After catching sight of something glimmering in the water, he leaned over to have a closer look...only to be knocked into the water by [[Nightbeat (G1)|Nightbeat]] and dismembered by [[Springer]] and an Autobot raiding party that was lying in wait.{{storylink|Another Time and Place}}

====Generation 2====
[[Image:Fangrybumblebeeghosts.jpg|left|thumb|200px|Fangry picks easy targets.]]

Apparently repaired after having most of his chest and back smashed through by Grimlock's fist on Klo, Fangry was one of countless Decepticons under Bludgeon's command when they fought the Autobots over ownership of a cache of weapons on an unnamed barren world. The Decepticons were easily overpowering the Autobots; Fangry, in particular, was having no problem throwing [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]] around, though he did suffer a karate chop from another Autobot. Bludgeon ordered a retreat when a gigantic, monstrous creature who guarded their quarry warned them away. {{storylink|Ghosts}}

Nevertheless, Bludgeon's progress continued, and Fangry and the other Decepticons raided other ships to build themselves a frightening [[Warworld]]. {{storylink|Old Evils}} Later, Fangry and the other Decepticons were ordered to rampage across Earth in order to get Optimus Prime's attention. Fangry, like his comrades, enjoyed this job very much. {{storylink|Tales of Earth Part One}} Their "work" was interrupted when [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] returned in a powerful new body with [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] in tow. When Megatron challenged Bludgeon for leadership of the Decepticons, Fangry bet against Megatron in a quiet wager with Starscream. Fangry lost that wager. {{storylink|Tales of Earth Part Two}}

[[Image:Fangryg2.jpg|right|thumb|150px|Follows orders when insubordination would distract from the plot.]]

After Megatron assumed command, he immediately attacked [[Tykos]]'s [[Rheanimum]] facility. Fangry helped out by biting the arm of one of the mechanoids while digging his claws into its skull. Soon after the acquisition of the Rheanium, Megatron's forces clashed with [[Jhiaxus]]'s [[Cybertronian Empire]]. Megatron declared war against them as Fangry and the other Decepticons cheered him on. Their feelings changed, however, when the Warworld was attacked. Fangry and the others fought the Cybertronians on the surface of the Warworld, but they were getting massacred. With the apparent defeat of Megatron at the hands of Jhiaxus, the Cybertronians pulled out, sparing Fangry but leaving several others dead. {{storylink|New Dawn}}

Megatron miraculously survived and quickly allied himself with Optimus Prime's Autobots. The Autobots faired little better against the Cybertronian Empire on [[Ethos]], but when Fangry and the other Decepticons arrived to help, the tide was turned. {{storylink|Escalation!}}

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==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Fangry''' (Headmaster, 1988)
**''Accessories:'' "Brisko" Headmaster driver, "ion pulse gun", wings/shield

[[Image:G1_frangry_toy.jpg|left|thumb|WE ARE GARGOYLES!]]

: Like the other 1988 Decepticon Headmasters, Fangry's [[alternate mode]] is a mix of different animals—in his case, he is a bat-winged wolf with a reptilian tail. (Though some might say he more resembles a rat - these people don't voice their opinion within Fangry's earsight, though...)

: Like all Headmaster toys, Fangry's robot mode has a flip-down panel on his chest which covers a spring-loaded mini-[[Tech Spec|Tech-Spec]]-meter which gives readings for Speed, Strength and Intelligence. The tumblers are activated when Brisko (or any other Headmaster unit) is plugged into his neck socket. Brisko has Fangry's face plainly visible on his back because, as a smaller Headmaster toy, he lacks the flip-down panel that covers the face featured on larger Headmasters. In beast mode, Brisko can fit inside a compartment in Fangry's stomach. In robot mode, Fangry can hold the wings accessory as a shield.

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

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==Trivia==
[[Image:Fangrycommercial.jpg|right|thumb|200px|An oddly smug Fangry.]]
* Fangry's [[character model]] made one animated appearance in a commercial advertising the 1988 Autobot and Decepticon Headmasters. Fangry, [[Horri-Bull]], and [[Squeezeplay]] burst through a wall, [[Brisko]] becomes Fangry's head as they transform, and the three engage the new Headmaster Autobots. [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] provides a voiceover, claiming that their new Headmasters would give the Decepticons "more brainpower than ever." Galvatron clearly hasn't interacted with Fangry yet. Or the other two, really. [http://youtube.com/watch?v=Hf-MDd7cdi0]

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==External links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/1988/Decepticon/Fangry/fangry.htm Fangry at TFU.info]

*[http://www.ntfa.net/universe/english/index.php?act=view&char=Fangry Fangry's Transformers Universe profile at NTFA.net]

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[[Category: Generation 1 characters]]
[[Category: Generation 2 characters]]
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Slugslinger (G1)

2008-04-05T15:12:42Z

58.107.44.11: /* Marvel Comics continuity */

{{disambig2|the Generation 1 Decepticon|the Unicron Trilogy Decepticon|Slugslinger (Energon)}}

:''Slugslinger is a [[Decepticon]] [[Targetmaster]] in the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].

[[Image:Slugslingerg1.jpg|right|thumb|300px|His name is fun to say.]]

If you ask '''Slugslinger''' to describe himself, he'll tell you all about how he'll never turn down a chance to duel anyone, because he knows he'll always win. That is, assuming his [[Nebulan]] partner, [[Caliburst]], still has some ammo left for Slugslinger to use to gun down his opponent from a distance. Take that away, and suddenly he's not such a tough guy after all.

Funny, that.

:''French-Canadian name'': '''Lance-Balle'''

==Fiction==
===American cartoon continuity===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Peter Cullen]]

[[Image:TheRebirth1_TriggerhappySlugslinger.jpg|thumb|left|200px|]]

Slugslinger was under the command of [[Scourge (G1)|Scourge]] and [[Cyclonus (G1)|Cyclonus]] when they attacked [[Autobot City]] as part of a division while the Decepticon Clones stole the Key to the [[Plasma energy|Plasma Energy Chamber]]. After Scourge successfully activated the chamber on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] (and inadvertently sent a shuttle full of Autobots and the key halfway across the galaxy), Slugslinger attempted to restrain [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]]'s anger towards the prone Scourge. When he arrived on the distant world of [[Nebulos]], Slugslinger defiantly shouted about leaping into battle...though the actual "leaping" was delayed because [[Triggerhappy]] kept standing in front of him. However, he did extol Trigger's battle cries. Lucky Autobots. He'll get them next time. {{Storylink|The Rebirth, Part 1}}

Despite the Decepticons managing to capture several Autobots, when their friends arrived with their new-fangled [[Headmaster]] technology, the Decepticons had their asses handed to them. Slugslinger got a lucky break, being a jet, when the Decepticons met up with the [[Hive (G1)|Hive]]: Cyclonus didn't offer their new partners his head. Instead, he was partnered with [[Caliburst]], a Hive member who was equally inept at warfare. {{Storylink|The Rebirth, Part 2}}

Slugslinger and the other Targetmasters returned to Cybertron just in the nick of time to save Galvatron from the remainder of the Autobot forces. {{Storylink|The Rebirth, Part 3}}

===Japanese cartoon continuity===
====''The Headmasters''====
:''Voice actor:'' [[Ken Yamaguchi]]

Slugslinger and his partners, [[Misfire]] and Triggerhappy, were frequent opponents of the Autobot trio under [[Pointblank]]'s command. Engaged in combat over several space-faring denizens of planet [[Master (Headmasters)|Master]], they were all caught off-guard by a massive explosion. Slugslinger and his partners and foes alike were transformed into Targetmasters, somehow fused together in pairs with each of the smaller Master Transformers by the explosion. {{Storylink|Miraculous Warriors, Targetmasters (Part 1)}}

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===Marvel Comics continuity===

Slugslinger was one of the Decepticons working for [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]] back on Cybertron, rounding up Autobots for the [[Smelting pool]]. Their greatest rivals were the Autobots led by [[Fortress Maximus]], and so they were more than a little perturbed when their favorite sparring partners vanished into the night. A foolish interstellar phone call from [[Zarak]], though, led the Decepticons to them on [[Nebulos]]. They quickly took Zarak and his people hostage and began laying waste to the planet. They were initially rebuffed by a new group of Autobot [[Headmaster]]s, but Scorponok managed to replicate the procedure and apply it to his own men. He didn't make Slugslinger a Headmaster but, for some reason, when he was choosing warriors who might need a boost of confidence from becoming a super-charged, gun-slinging [[Targetmaster]], Scorponok did think of him. Slugslinger was binary-bonded to the Nebulan Caliburst shortly before the Decepticons left Nebulos behind, chasing the Autobots of the ''[[Steelhaven]]'' towards Earth. {{Storylink|Brothers in Armor!!}}

Slugslinger remained on call with Scorponok's forces after they arrived on Earth, but rarely participated in any active missions. He did battle with a group of Autobot fliers during the [[Underbase Saga]] and won (though he only did so while accompanied by the ever-terrifying [[Buzzsaw (G1)|Buzzsaw]] and several other Decepticons). {{Storylink|Dark Star!}} Slugslinger also stood up to Scorponok with his fellow Decepticons to challenge Starscream's place in the army.

He probably just wanted attention. {{Storylink|Primal Scream}}

===Dreamwave Comics continuity===

Slugslinger was a member of [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream's]] [[Predacon (War Within)|Predacon]] faction by the end of the Dark Ages. He participated in the attack on the peace treaty at [[Tyger Pax]] along with the other Predacons, but was quickly overrun by the combined Autobots, Decepticons and [[Ultracon]]s who survived their first bombing run. {{Storylink|The Age of Wrath, Part 1}}

===IDW comics continuity===

Back before the war, Slugslinger appeared among the crowd in the [[Forge]] watching Megatron's first pit fight against [[Tonka GoBots|Cy-Kill]]. {{Storylink|Megatron Origin, Part 2}}

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Slugslinger with Caliburst''' (1987)
**''Japanese ID number'': '''D-90'''
**''Accessories:'' Caliburst Targetmaster gun

:''Generation 1'' Slugslinger is a cybertronic twin-cockpit space fighter with possibly the most conservative colour scheme of the Targetmaster Transformers, being predominantly grey. His Targetmaster partner Caliburst attaches to a peg hole on the dorsal hull behind the cockpits.

:As typical with some of the larger 1987 ''Transformers'' toys, Slugslinger has a well-proportioned robot mode body that is seemingly designed to better match the style of the ''Generation 1'' cartoon animation models, at least compared to Transformers designed during the Diaclone era and the 1986 Movie toys. He has decent articulation with shoulder and elbow joints, as well as hip and knee joints (though the latter is mainly to facilitate his transformation sequence). Caliburst transforms into a small guy in robot suit/little robot dude, depending on where you live, or can be left in gun mode to be held by Slugslinger.

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==Trivia==
[[Image:Linkage5-PreEarth.jpg|thumb|150px|Targetbastards.]]

* Slugslinger is, of course, the inspiration for the ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]''-series [[homage]]-toy [[Slugslinger (Energon)|Slugslinger]].

* Slugslinger's design was used as a "generic" Decepticon in the [[Linkage (comic)|''Linkage'' mini-comics]], in a flashback showing [[Redline]] and [[Flat-Out]]'s former Decepticon masters. This fits in with the general theme of using [[Generation 1]] [[character model]]s as unnamed extras in the [[Armada (cartoon)|''Armada'' cartoon]]. Of course, his actual'' appearance'' fits in with artist [[Hirofumi Ichikawa]]'s general theme of using the [[toy]]s as a visual reference rather than the [[character model]]s used in animation; that is so not Slugslinger's animation design. {{storylink|Linkage Part 5}}

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==External links==
* [http://www.tfu.info/1987/Decepticon/Slugslinger/slugslinger.htm Slugslinger at TFU.info]

* [http://www.ntfa.net/universe/english/index.php?act=view&char=Slugslinger Slugslinger's Universe profile at NTFA.net]

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[[Category: Headmasters characters]]
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Powerglide (G1)

2008-04-05T15:06:33Z

58.107.44.11: /* Marvel Comics continuity */ added Slugslinger, since that's who actually shoots him down

:''Powerglide is an [[Autobot]] in the [[Generation 1]] continuity family.''

[[Image:MTMTEPowerglide.jpg|right|thumb|350px|He's sick of getting the bronze medal in the Ego Olympics. Sunstreaker and Tracks never let him live it down.]]

'''Powerglide''', unlike most Autobots, can fly under his own power, and it goes straight to his pointy head. Give him any excuse and awaa-aa-aay he goes, dashing off into the stratosphere at 500 mph -- but not in a straight line. No, Powerglide is an aerial acrobat, able to perform stunts other Transformer planes would never dream of. Barrel rolls, tail stands, death spirals, screaming 3200-mph powerdives: none of these are too tough for this Autobot barnstormer, and if he has an audience, be they friendly or enemy, he is guaranteed to put on the air show of their lives.

Yet this seeming frivolity has saved his life countless times in combat. Powerglide is lightly armed with small concussion bombs and a nose-mounted thermal beam, and the former is practically useless in the air. Furthermore, his speed and power, impressive as they are, are vastly outclassed by most [[Seeker|aerial Decepticon]]s. Like the flying aces of World War I, Powerglide resorts to dogfighting maneuvers, using his flying skills to confuse and evade the enemy. This tactic works very well.

In fact, Powerglide's skill only aggravates his greatest weakness. He is good, and he knows it, and he misses no chance to show it. If this means he will seek out ever tougher foes to prove his mettle -- then he'll do that, even if it kills him. Some day, it might.

{{quote|And awaa-aa-aay we go!|Powerglide, pretty much all the time|"[[The Girl Who Loved Powerglide]]"}}

:''Greek name:'' '''Keravnos''' (Κεραυνός)<br>
:''French-Canadian name:'' '''Survolo'''<br>
:''Italian name:'' '''Jumbo'''
:''Hungarian name'': '''Motorszárny''' (Motorwing)

==Fiction==
===Cartoon continuity===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Michael Chain]] (US), [[Hirotaka Suzuoki]] (Japan)
[[Image:Hoist Goes Hollywood Autobots director.JPG|left|250px|thumb|"Hey, [[human]], when I'm in jet mode, you [[scale|fit in my head]]."]]

Powerglide was a brash barnstormer with a penchant for spouting gung-ho sayings like "And awaaa-aaa-aay we go!". He literally appeared out of ''nowhere'' to save [[Spike Witwicky]] when the boy had been thrown overboard [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]'s spaceship, after the latter's plan to use a clone of Optimus Prime to destroy the Autobots failed. {{Storylink|A Prime Problem}}

Bumblebee and Powerglide were sent on reconnaissance mission to investigate some strange energy readings out at sea. Inside the temporal anomaly, they discovered a prehistoric island inhabited by dinosaurs. Powerglide had to save Bumblebee from an aggressive pterodactyl then attempted to repair Bumblebee's damaged jetpack, before abandoning it and flying Bumblebee off the island. Later, after it was decided that the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] should be relocated to the island, Powerglide led the large brutes and Spike to the island. After Spike unwittingly got himself into several dangerous situations, Powerglide flew him back home. {{Storylink|Dinobot Island, Part 1}}

After Megatron demanded Optimus Prime's surrender in exchange for [[Elita One (G1)|Elita One]], Powerglide was among the Autobots who followed him to Cybertron. Once there, he was disbelieving of Starscream's claim that Optimus Prime had been destroyed. During their vengeful attack on the Decepticons, Powerglide met up with his girlfriend, [[Moonracer]], who thought Powergide was awesome. {{Storylink|The Search for Alpha Trion}}
[[Image:Pgalove.jpg|thumb|150px|right|He's cheating on [[Moonracer]]!]]
Soon after hooking up with Moonracer, he was somewhat smitten with the fleshling female [[Astoria Carlton-Ritz]] after saving her from the Decepticons. They went on a date or two, but (fortunately) the only lasting result was a series of flashing lights under his chestplate in the form of a stylized heart. What purpose this served (other than being disturbing) is not immediately clear. {{Storylink|The Girl Who Loved Powerglide}}

After thoroughly embarrassing himself by accidentally destroying several sets and props in an attempt to show off, Powerglide was among [[Sunstreaker|several]] [[Tracks|egotistical]] [[Warpath|Autobots]] who demanded to be given a role in a movie that [[Hoist (G1)|Hoist]] was starring in. Initially, his "role" amounted to crashing into a STORE while in jet mode (supposedly to stop "the crooks"). Soon afterwards, Powerglide and the other would-be-actor Autobots asked Hoist to talk to the [[Director]] to get them some "real" acting roles. After reworking the movie into ''Attack of the Evil Alien Robots'', the Director had the Autobots given cheesy alien face masks. Powerglide remarked that the role was "the pits", and that he would rather do the stunt crashes. In a later scene, Powerglide demonstrated his rather wooden acting "skills". Guess he was better suited for stunts. {{Storylink|Hoist Goes Hollywood}}

Powerglide appeared to have been destroyed during a disastrous Autobot attack on the [[Quintesson]]s led by a resurrected, reprogrammed Optimus Prime. {{Storylink|Dark Awakening}} However, he was later among the Autobots who attempted to stop [[Scourge (G1)|Scourge]] and [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]]'s [[spark|ghost]] from stealing [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]]'s [[Sensors#Optics|eyes]], so he must have gotten better. Unfortunately, a blind Metroplex accidentally shot him down, but [[Warpath]] saved him. {{storylink|Ghost in the Machine}}

{{Note|The above appearance in "Dark Awakening" is likely a result of a careless animation team using the animation model of Powerglide to represent an Autobot spaceship rather than Powerglide himself, as the footage of "his" destruction is used twice during the battle sequence.}}

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===Marvel Comics continuity===
{{noteukonly}}
[[Image:Powerglidereadytoblastoffrightnow.jpg|left|thumb|250px|We bet you are. Don't be crude, Powerglide.]]
Powerglide was a member of [[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor's]] resistance cell on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] during the reign of [[Straxus]]. Like most of his comrades, he found more inspiration in [[Blaster]]'s bravado than the calculated caution of Perceptor. When their untrustworthy scout, [[Scrounge]] went missing, Powerglide and his peers fell in line with Blaster's plan to find and rescue him, overruling Perceptor. After much searching, all but Blaster had given up on Scrounge, but Powerglide had stayed to secretly shadow Blaster, allowing the air-capable Autobot to deliver him to safety out of the [[smelting pool]] (regrettably leaving [[Scrounge]] behind). This act gave Perceptor's small group of Autobots the first good news they had heard in eons, for Scrounge had handed them evidence that [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] lived. {{storylink|The Smelting Pool!}}

[[Image:Powerglideblastercybertronic.jpg|right|thumb|180px|Cybertronic [[altmode]]: paper airplane]]
Further reconnaissance by Blaster and Powerglide revealed startling news -- the Decepticons were building a [[Space Bridge]]! As this would spell certain doom for both Cybertron and [[Earth]], a desperate raid on Straxus's [[Darkmount]] fortress was launched. This attack was mostly successful, as it leveled Darkmount and ended in Straxus's destruction, but he and the rest of his Autobot comrades had to retreat to Earth over the [[Space Bridge]] as it self-destructed. Here they were greeted immediately by a group of humans. {{Storylink|The Bridge to Nowhere!}}

However, the humans, belonging to the anti-robot attack team, [[RAAT]], captured Powerglide and the others with the help of [[Circuit Breaker]]. Disassembled, the Autobots were only released after Circuit Breaker was forced to elicit their aid to defeat the [[Battlecharger]]s. {{Storylink|Decepticon Graffiti!}}

''Following [[Skids (G1)|Skids]] back to the [[Ark]], Powerglide and the others got lost after their guide spontaneously vanished into [[limbo]]. Even worse was the reason for the disappearance -- [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] had returned to the present. Unlike most of his fellows, Powerglide actually managed to get a good shot in before Galvatron knocked the circuits out of him. {{Storylink|Fallen Angel}} After Galvatron was forced into retreat by the vagrant [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]], Perceptor's team finally managed to reach the Ark, where they learned of [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] apparent demise at the hands of the [[Predacon (G1)|Predacons]]. {{storylink|Resurrection!, Part 2}} Powerglide attended Prime's funeral and assimilated into Earth's depleted Autobot forces, though it was soon revealed that Prime's death was a ruse. {{storylink|Resurrection!, Part 3}} ''

[[Image:Blasterbeourleaderplease.jpg|300px|left|thumb|"Is this the line for the mutiny?"]]When Optimus Prime died ''(for real)'' after a digital battle with [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]], Powerglide observed with the other Autobots as [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] failed to successfully repair their fallen leader. After attending Prime's ''(real)'' funeral, a criminal known as the [[Mechanic]] turned the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'s new security systems on the mourning Autobots, with devastating results. {{storylink|Funeral for a Friend!}} After Grimlock, Prime's successor, turned out to be a self-interested tyrant, Powerglide was among the Autobots who begged the Blaster to overthrow him, but the mutiny didn't pan out. {{Storylink|Spacehikers!}} Later, Blaster and Grimlock battled for supremacy on Earth's [[Moon (moon)|Moon]], as Perceptor and the other Autobots cheered Blaster on. {{storylink|Totaled!}}

Some time after Optimus Prime's return, Powerglide was among several Autobots who responded to [[Buster Witwicky]]'s distress call near the Decepticons' [[Club Con|arctic base]]. However, this was a trap, and Powerglide was shot down in battle by some Decepticon aerial aces, including [[Slugslinger (G1)|Slugslinger]] and the ever-frightening [[Buzzsaw (G1)|Buzzsaw]]. {{Storylink|Dark Star!}} He was identified as deactivated several weeks later. {{storylink|Yesterday's Heroes!}}

===Dreamwave comics continuity===
[[Image:Powerglideoutbackwarwithin.jpg|right|thumb|100px|The paper-airplaneness of his [[Dreamwave]] Cybertronic altmode is unknown.]]
Powerglide was operational during the early days of the war, and was seen in [[Iacon]] shortly after [[Sentinel Prime (G1)|Sentinel Prime]]'s demise. {{Storylink|The War Within, Part 2}}

[[Image:Powerglidenightofthecombaticons.jpg|left|thumb|220px|Bumblebee needs a smaller command chair.]]
In the modern era, Powerglide was a member of one of the later-formed Autobot resistance cells on Cybertron, in communication with [[Smokescreen (G1)|Smokescreen]] and [[Tracks]] along with several other [[Mini Vehicle|Minibots]]. {{Storylink|Countdown to Extinction (comic issue)|Countdown to Extinction}} He participated in the final insurrection which threw [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] and his Decepticons out of power on Cybertron. Afterwards, he was assigned to [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]]'s command and traveled to Earth on a supply run aboard the starship ''[[Orion]]''. {{Storylink|Night of the Combaticons}} Their simple supply mission ended with heavy combat against the amazingly-powerful clone, [[Sunstorm (G1)|Sunstorm]]. The Autobots, in a fit of temporary insanity, decided to ally themselves with [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] in order to deal with this threat. Powerglide might have raised a complaint to being assigned to guard their new "partner", but Starscream betrayed them and deactivated Powerglide's unit so fast, it's hard to be sure he even had a chance to speak up. {{Storylink|The Omega Effect}}

[[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] presumably got him back online in time to help with the construction of [[Autobot City]].

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==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Powerglide''' (Mini-Vehicle, 1985)
:''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-62'''
[[Image:G1Powerglide_toy.jpg|right|thumb|200px|The first Transformers toy that can stand with his arms [[wikipedia:akimbo|akimbo]]. Appropriate!]]

: Powerglide transforms into an [[Popular_Earth_vehicle_alternate_modes#A-10_Thunderbolt_II|A-10 Thunderbolt]] ground-strike plane. He is notable for being one of the earliest Autobots with an aerial alt-mode. Due to his transformation, Powerglide has more robot-mode articulation than any other [[Mini Vehicle]]. His head can turn, his shoulders have what amounts to universal joints, and his elbows bend.

*'''Minibot Team''' (Multi-pack, 2004)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''TFC-12'''

: Powerglide was reissued in a "[[Transformers Collection]]" six-pack with [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]], [[Cosmos]], [[Gears]], [[Huffer]] and [[Warpath]]. With the exception of an added faction sigil sticker, there are no notable differences between the original and the reissue versions.

: This entire set was redecoed to make the [[G1 GoBots]] set: Powerglide was used to make [[Bad Boy]].

===Universe (2008)===
*'''Powerglide''' (Ultra, 2008)
[[Image:Powerglideuniversetoy.jpg|left|thumb|300px|Someone's been eating their Wheaties.]]

:Though now an Ultra class toy with electronics, ''Universe'' Powerglide still transforms into an A-10 (though the nose looks more like that of its canceled counterpart, the Northrop YA-9). This time, he's mostly an off-white color with red trim in order to preserve some semblence of realism in [[altmode]]. In robot mode, the vehicle's primary weapon becomes a handheld missile launcher.

:Powerglide is now bigger than [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]]. Not bad for a minibot.
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==Trivia==
[[Image:NowIKnow.jpg|right|thumb|150px|We need an adult!]]

* ''[[Classics (2006)|Classics]]'' [[Fireflight (G1)|Fireflight]], a [[redeco]] of ''[[Legends of Cybertron]]'' [[Jetfire (Armada)|Jetfire]], was originally intended to be Powerglide, but Hasbro apparently could not secure the name.
* Powerglide makes an appearance in one of the five Transformers [[public service announcements]], speaking out against gender discrimination.

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==External links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/1985/Autobot/Powerglide/powerglide.htm Powerglide at TFU.info]
*[http://ntfa.net/universe/english/index.php?act=view&char=Powerglide Powerglide's Universe profile at NTFA.net]

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[[Category: Classics characters]]
[[Category: Generation 1 characters]]
[[Category: Mini Vehicles]]
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Wheeljack (G1)

2008-04-05T14:56:18Z

58.107.44.11: /* Generation 1 */ added appearance in Prey!

{{disambig3|Wheeljack}}
:''Wheeljack is an [[Autobot]] in the [[Generation 1]] continuity family.''

[[Image:Wheeljackg1.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Optimus Prime! I built a machine that builds machines that build catapults! Come see 'em!...Yeah, we can wait for Ratchet.]]

'''Wheeljack''' is his own worst enemy. Something of a crackpot inventor, a good half of his creations blow up in his face, and that's just if he's lucky. He's simultaneously one of the Autobots' greatest assets and problems; for every successful gadget he builds, there's one which requires [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] or [[Hoist (G1)|Hoist]] to put him (and his lab) back together. But once in a while he strikes gold, which has won him respect from even the Decepticons.

He is, however, not a [[Perceptor (G1)|complete nerd.]] As good as he is in the lab, Wheeljack is just as amazing on the road, since there're few stunts he can't pull off. He enjoys showing off both on the design table and on the streets.

:''French-Canadian name:'' '''Invento''', '''Cric''' (as Action Master)
:''Italian name:'' '''Saetta'''
:''Hungarian name:'' '''Kerék''' (Wheel); sometimes '''Kormányos Jack''' (meaning Steering-wheel Jack, Yoho!)

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
====Generation 1====
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''Following the almost total defeat of the Autobots by [[Shockwave]], [[Ratchet]] returned to the Ark and began to reactivate the fallen warriors. Wheeljack was the second Autobot after [[Prowl]] to be brought back on-line, so that he could aid Ratchet with his technical skills. He saved the Autobots from total destruction by remote-controlling Optimus Prime's deactivated body and using it to intervene in [[Grimlock]]'s attempted execution of [[Guardian]], who had been booby-trapped with a nuclear bomb.'' {{Storylink|The Wrath of Guardian!}}

''Wheeljack was later an early casualty of a disastorous attack on Galvatron led by acting Autobot Commander [[Jetfire]], though he was not seriously damaged.'' {{Storylink|Target 2006}}

''Later, he aided Optimus Prime in a plan to temporarily fake his own death, in order to teach the Earth-bound Autobots to learn to cope without him. Wheeljack was the only Autobot Prime told of his plan, probably since Prime needed him to build a [[facsimile construct]] in his likeness to be destroyed. When Megatron did destroy the facsimile, even Wheeljack mistakenly believed Prime had been killed.'' {{Storylink|Prey!}}

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=====Marvel UK future timelines=====

''Wheeljack survived the battle of [[Autobot City]] in this timeline, but was later strung up by [[Quintesson]]s there in 2008, anyway. He wasn't seen after that, but [[Blaster]] survived the same treatment. {{storylink|Space Pirates!}}''

====Generation 2====

While investigating an apparent planet-wide genocide on [[J'asik]], Wheeljack joined [[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor]] and [[First Aid]] on a science team in attempting to find out just what had destroyed all life on the planet so utterly. Their findings were so surprising, the team double-checked 50 times before confirming the results -- a Cybertronian biological by-product had somehow achieved quasi-sentience and motivation, and was prowling the galaxy as the entity known as the [[Swarm]]. The full impact of their discovery was cut short, however, by the arriving armada of [[Jhiaxus]] and his second generation Cybertronians, the accidental harbingers of the Swarm. {{storylink|Swarm (comic issue)|Swarm}} The battle with Jhiaxus kept the Transformers occupied long enough for the Swarm to find them on Earth. Presenting a united front, the Autobots and Decepticons desperately attempted to drive back the creature. Wheeljack cooked up a method of dramatically augmenting [[Frenzy]]'s sonic powers, but while the Decepticon was consumed by the excess power pumping through his system, it seemed to do little good against the Swarm. Wheeljack's final fate is unknown. {{storylink|A Rage in Heaven!}}

===Animated continuity===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Chris Latta]] (US), [[Osamu Saka]] (Japan) [[Katsumi Suzuki]] ([[Attack of the Autobots]] and [[Day of the Machines]] only)

[[Image:cybertronwheeljack.jpg|thumb|left|Boxy but safe.]]

Wheeljack was one of the original crew of [[Autobots]] aboard the ''[[Ark]]'' when it crashed into the Earth four million years ago. Originally a boxy-shaped transport affixed with retractable bumper-mounted cutting blades, Wheeljack was reformatted in 1984 to be a speedy and rare Lancia Stratos Turbo custom racing car. {{Storylink|More Than Meets the Eye, Part 1}}

Wheeljack was part of the battle unit organized by [[Jazz]] to first challenge the re-awakened [[Decepticons]] on Earth. He was involved in the battle at an off-shore oil rig, where the Autobots would meet the Witwickys, human workers that would befriend the Autobots. Wheeljack developed an especially close friendship with [[Sparkplug Witwicky]], as the two were both gifted mechanics. Wheeljack was next part of the team that attempted to stop the Decepticon plot to overload [[Sherman Dam]].

[[Image:Windcharger wheeljack otp.jpg|thumb|right|Truly, a look can be deceiving, but a touch can be lethal.]]

A restless engineer, Wheeljack has developed all manner of contraptions and equipment for his personal use and for use by his fellow Autobots, often with catastrophic results. He designed the compact yet extremely powerful explosive that nearly trapped the Decepticons in the [[Ruby Crystal Mines of Burma|ruby crystal mines of Burma]], a [[magnetic inducer]] device capable of stopping Transformers cold in their tracks, and a [[gyro-inhibitor]] shell that could incapacitate even Megatron for short spans.

Upon discovery of dinosaur bones in caverns within the [[Ark]]'s volcano, Wheeljack and Ratchet were inspired to construct robotic version of dinosaurs. The Dinobots were originally too dangerous and too primitive to control, leading to Optimus Prime commanding that the project be abandoned, but Wheeljack secretly persisted. He developed memory components that increased the [[Dinobots]]' intelligence, turning them into valuable, if sometimes unpredictable, members of the Autobot forces. {{Storylink|S.O.S. Dinobots}}

Concealed in Wheeljack's left wrist is a fire suppression system, which no doubt came in handy when one of his devices would blow up in his face.

Perhaps it was because Wheeljack was portrayed with an Italian American accent, that he was ultimately "whacked" in the feature film (''see'' The Sopranos). Arcee pulled his [[spark|life]]less chassis away from the battle to prevent the Decepticons from desecrating it. What a nice girl.

:''('''Note''': Wheeljack has the distinction of being the first Transformer to appear in an episode of any animated series.)''

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===''Victory''===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Shinobu Satouchi]]

[[Image:WheeljackVictory1.jpg|left|250px|thumb| Um, that was my brother Jackwheel .]]

Wheeljack, [[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor]] and [[Minerva (G1)|Minerva]] were summoned by [[Star Saber (G1)|Star Saber]] to save the life of the fallen [[Ginrai]]. They succeeded, transforming the former [[transtector]] into the mighty [[Victory Leo]].

:''('''Note''': Wheeljack's not-being-deadness is never addressed. Though to Japanese viewers during the original airings, this was not a noticeable discrepancy, as the [[The Transformers: The Movie|movie]] where he died had not been shown in Japan until '''after''' ''Victory'' had aired. However, the original Movie storyboards show [[Smokescreen (G1)|Smokescreen]] as the dead Autobot next to [[Windcharger (G1)|Windcharger]]). It is also possible that if [[Skids (G1)|Skids]] was successful with [[Operation: Distant Thunder]] then Wheeljack could have survived his apparent demise in the movie via [[Project Bodyshop]].''

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===''Japanese G2===
[[Image:G2StoryPageWheeljackPerceptor1.jpg|right|250px|thumb|Umm... would you believe it was my identical cousin?]]

Wheeljack along with Perceptor and Jetfire discovered [[Reconfiguration Matrix|new properties]] of the matrix which allowed Optimus Prime to revive himself as Laser-Rod Optimus Prime after a crushing defeat by Megatron.

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===Binaltech===
[[Image:BTWheeljack_art.jpg|left|thumb|200px|HEAVY METAL RULES!!!]]

When the Dinobots were injured in a Decepticon attack in the year 2005, Wheeljack headed to Earth to arrange the transplantation of [[Grimlock]]'s mind into a new Binaltech body. On his return journey to the Autobots' moonbase, however, his shuttle was hijacked by time-tossed Decepticon [[Ravage]], who had begun a plan to alter the course of history. Wheeljack was shown a brief glimpse of the near future—including the deaths of himself and many of his comrades—but managed to escape Ravage's clutches. Ravage himself promptly returned to Cybertron and exhumed the [[Kronosphere]], using it to tip the balance of the decisive battle occurring at that time. Whereas the outcome would have originally favored the Decepticons, leading to their total conquest of Cybertron, Ravage ensured an ''Autobot'' victory, altering history and leaving the heroes to face the looming threat of [[Unicron]] alone.

Aware that history had been altered, Wheeljack was faced with a dilemma: Should he stop Ravage's plan and restore the timestream, even though it would mean the death of many Autobots, including himself? His salvation, he hoped, lay in the [[GT System]], a device that allowed a singular [[spark]] to control many duplicate bodies simultaneously. Dubbing his original body the "Alpha Unit," he constructed the "Beta Unit" based on Grimlock's Ford Mustang body, as well as the ominous third "Omega Unit," a mysterious body about which nothing is known.

The subsequent arrival of Unicron prompted the Autobots to initiate "Operation: Distant Thunder," which saw [[Skids (G1)|Skids]] use the chronal warp on [[Dinobot Island]] to send Wheeljack's memory data back in time, in hopes of alerting the Autobots in the past and preventing alteration to the timestream. The plan didn't go as expected, and reality started to go into a severe state of whack, until a mysterious [[Nemesis Prime (Alternators)|black Optimus Prime]] appeared and sealed the time portals that had been created. Operation: Distant Thunder had succeeded in preventing the mainline timestream's alteration, but the Binaltech timeline, first destined to be replaced and erased, had been saved by the newcomer and was now its own distinct, divergent universe.

===Dreamwave comics continuity===
[[Image:Wheeljack dw6.jpg|right|thumb|Wheeljack calms a group of panicked humans by charging at them while brandishing a weapon.]]

''Wheeljack suffers from a mild form of [[mode attachment]], feeling more comfortable in his vehicle mode than robot mode. As a consequence he does his best thinking in vehicle mode, often while attempting something insanely dangerous.''<ref>[[Transformers: The Ultimate Guide]]</ref>

Wheeljack was part of Grimlock's unit, along with [[Kup]] and [[Ironhide (G1)|Ironhide]]. When the Decepticons placed Iacon under siege, Grimlock took his group to [[Kaon]] to look for Optimus Prime, who had gone seeking Megatron. While there, they discovered [[planetary engine turbine]]s that were providing power to a mechaforming process that was destroying [[Iacon]]. Arriving, Prime instructed Wheeljack to shut down the engines in a... creative way (it blowed up real good). The group managed to return to Iacon, where Prime halted his order to abandon the planet. {{storylink|The War Within}}

When Prime and Megatron disappeared during a [[space bridge]] explosion, Grimlock broke off from the Autobot army and formed the [[Lightning Strike Coalition]], taking his former subordinates with him. While Kup and the Dynobots attacked the [[Predacon (War Within)|Predacon]]s, Wheeljack and Ironhide hijacked some shuttles carrying raw [[Energon]], making Starscream very angry. That's always a plus. {{storylink|The War Within: The Dark Ages}}

Wheeljack was one of the engineers that designed and constructed the ''[[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'', and part of the ship's original crew.

In 1986, Ironhide and [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] discovered Wheeljack in pieces but functional after an explosion while bug-testing his neutron detonator shell.<ref>Dreamwave's More than Meets the Eye profile for Wheeljack</ref>

:''('''Note''': A version of the events of the Sunbow cartoon episode "[[Autobot Spike]]" appear to have taken place in the time between 1984 and 1998.)''

Wheeljack was among the Transformers involved in the ''[[Ark II]]'' disaster. He survived the explosion of their spacecraft, crashing back to Earth where he and [[Trailbreaker]] lay deactivated and frozen within an iceberg until awakened by [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]]. {{Storylink|Prime Directive issue 2}}

Wheeljack participated in the assault on [[Lazarus|Lazarus's]] Canadian Headquarters. When [[Robert Hallo|General Hallo's]] attempt to bomb the Autobots and the Decepticons out of existence instead caused a violent expansion of [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]'s [[cyber-virus]], Wheeljack and [[Mirage (G1)|Mirage]] were the first Autobots to free themselves. {{Storylink|Prime Directive issue 4}} While Prime took some of the Autobots after Megatron, Wheeljack diagnosed the nature of the cyber-virus, and created a set of anti-viral blasters that used the Autobots' energy to return the converted matter to normal. The intervention of Canada's military force scuttled that plan when they fired into the virus, expanding it beyond the point the Autobots could contain. {{Storylink|Prime Directive issue 5}}

In response, Wheeljack converted a nearby satellite dish into a giant anti-viral weapon, channeling all of his remaining energy into it. He succeeded in destroying the virus, but was left near death. {{Storylink|Prime Directive issue 6}}

Six months later, Wheeljack came back online just in time to participate in the short-lived truce with the Deceptions and the assault on [[Las Vegas]] to destroy the [[Keepers]]. {{Storylink|Keepers Trilogy}}

Later, when [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] and [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] came to arrest the Autobots as war criminals, Wheeljack was one of the Autobots secretly left behind by Optimus Prime. {{Storylink|War and Peace}} Like most of the rest of that group of Autobots, Wheeljack was beaten to the point of stasis lock by [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]] some time later and dumped into a nearby swamp. He was dredged out by an [[EDC]] task force and repaired. Wheeljack was also instrumental in the planning and construction of [[Autobot City]]. {{Storylink|Generation One (Dreamwave comic)}}

===IDW comics continuity===
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In the time preceding the war Wheeljack was an mechanoid as touched by the sacrifice of others as one could expect from this kindly future Autobot. It comes as no surprise then that he was front row at the state funeral of Kaon Security Service officers [[Fastback]] and [[Bumper]]. {{storylink| Megatron_Origin_issue_3|Megatron Origin issue 3}}

Wheeljack is part of a detachment of Autobots that has operated covertly on Earth for at least four years, attempting to foil a Decepticon insurgency. He appears to be continuing in his role of technical scientist and gadgeteer for the Autobot detachment; he builds a device that can interface the [[SM-40]] palmtop computer with the systems aboard the Autobots' ''[[Ark-17]]'' spacecraft. Wheeljack, like his fellow Autobots, would come to watch the showdown between Megatron and the [[Ore-13]]-powered Starscream. {{storylink|Infiltration}}

Later, after [[Escalation issue 1|the incident outside Lebanon, Illinois]], he and Jazz were sent to investigate a Springfield police impound lot which supposedly held [[Sunstreaker]]'s remains. Unfortunately, members of the [[Machination]] had already arrived with the same purpose in mind, and attacked the bots wielding advanced weaponry eerily similar to their own. Wheeljack escaped mostly unharmed, probably because Jazz took a direct hit from a mortar meant for him. Wheeljack would get his first taste of real damage in [[Brasnya]] facing down Blitzwing and Astrotrain, and eventually the drained form of Megatron. {{storylink|Escalation}}

Wheeljack was assigned to work with Hot Rod in rescuing [[Ironhide (G1)|Ironhide]], but yet again the Machination decided to interfere{{m-}}this time in a confrontation with their army of experimental [[Headmaster]] clones. Wheeljack's constant tinkering paid off when he was able to escape the Headmasters using a [[gyro-inhibitor shell]]. The Headmasters eventually caught up with them however and incapacitated Wheeljack by knocking a pile of junk cars on him. [[Hardhead (G1)|Hardhead]] went to retrieve Hot Rod and the others, blowing up a Headmaster that was attacking Hot Rod. Hot Rod refused to go though, wanting to see the Headmaster mystery to the end. Hardhead reluctantly let him go and took Wheeljack and Ironhide back with him. {{storylink|Devastation}}

===Devil's Due G.I.Joe vs Transformers comics continuity===

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
* '''Wheeljack''' (1984, 1991)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-03'''

[[Image:G1Wheeljack_toy.jpg|left|thumb|200px|Do your arms hang low? Do they wobble to and fro?]]

: The original Wheeljack toy, released as part of the 1984 series of Autobots, was based on a ''[[Diaclone]]'' Lancia Stratos Turbo. He comes with two rocket launchers that can fire four projectiles and two clear wings. In robot mode, the rocket launchers and the wings mount onto his shoulder and back respectively. For some reason, Wheeljack's lower arms/hands cannot lock into his upper arms, leaving them hanging at an angle.

: In 1986, he was made available as a mail-away item (as he was no longer shipping to retail shelves) in multiple offers, including [[Digital Doom on the Highway to Destruction]] flier packed with most boxed ''Transformers'' toys. He cost $8 and two [[robot points]].

: Unfortunately for many collectors, Wheeljack's mold has been [[Gone Forever|damaged or destroyed]], meaning his chances of future reissue looks bleak. The closest version of the figure to currency is the European [[Classics (Euro) | Classics]] reissue.

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* '''Wheeljack''' (Action Master, 1990)
[[Image:AMWheeljack.jpg|right|thumb|70px|At least I come with the Miami Vice car.]]

: ''[[Action Master]]'' Wheeljack is a non-transforming action figure sculpted based upon his cartoon appearances. He comes with the [[Turbo Racer]], a large red sports car based upon the Ferrari Testarossa that can seat two ''Action Master'' figures. The Turbo Racer has an 'attack mode' where it transforms into something vaguely resembling an aircraft made from car parts.

: The Wheeljack figure was later repainted into [[Slicer]].

===Universe===
*'''Wheeljack''' (Spychanger, 2004)
[[Image:SpychangerWheeljack.jpg|left|thumb|80px|Where's your head at, at?]]

:This version of Wheeljack transforms into a Le Mans racing car. He is cast in white plastic with mostly black paint. The toy has several stickers to represent Wheeljack's earlier Lancia Stratos colours, including his racing number 539. He comes with a small black rifle that can be stored between his legs in vehicle mode.

:Universe Wheeljack is a [[redeco]] of Spychanger [[Daytonus]].

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===Alternators===
* '''Wheeljack''' (2005)
:''Alternator ID number:'' '''13'''
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''BT-14'''
[[Image:BTWheeljack_toy.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Mustang Wheeljack! You better slow your Mustang down!]]

: ''[[Alternators]]'' Wheeljack is a retool of ''Alternators'' [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]]. He transforms into a 2005 (S197 chassis) model Ford Mustang GT, painted white with blue stripes. In vehicle mode, he features highly realistic styling, opening doors, hood and trunk, as well as a detailed car interior. In robot mode his removable engine becomes a double-barreled laser. [[Image:Binaltech_Alternator_Wheeljack_Retool.jpg|left|thumb|200px|Alternator Wheeljack worked out so much he lost his neck.]]

:The Japanese Binaltech release has a slightly retooled head, different paint applications, and is partially constructed of die-cast metal.

There's a fake chinese version of this Wheeljack (named as "Reality Transform Car !") going on ebay for a high price. Not worth it. Watch out.

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==Merchandise==
*'''Wheeljack Bust''' (2003)

[[Image:Wheeljackbust.jpg|right|thumb|120px|Optimus Prime! I built a machine that removes legs and replaces them with small pedestals! Come see!]]

:[[Hard Hero]] released a polystone bust of Wheeljack, based upon his appearance in the Generation 1 television series.

*'''Wheeljack''' (2004)

[[Image:Wheeljackstatue.jpg|left|thumb|130px|Small, expensive, and puffy.]]

:Palisades released a 6-inch polystone statue of Wheeljack, based upon [[Pat Lee]]'s rendition of him in the Dreamwave comics.

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==Trivia==
* The remold of [[Alternators]] [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] was originally planned to be [[Windcharger (G1)|Windcharger]] (presumably in red), but ultimately ended up as Wheeljack instead, with a new head sculpt. Meanwhile, the head sculpt originally intended for Ford-Windcharger ended up being used for the remold of Windcharger (the Honda S2000 mold) instead, now named "[[Decepticharge]]".

==References==
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==External links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Wheeljack/wheeljack.htm Wheeljack at TFU.info]

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Rack'n'Ruin (G1)

2008-04-05T10:16:33Z

58.107.44.11: /* Marvel Comics continuity */

:''Rack'n'Ruin are two [[Autobots]] from the [[Generation 1]] continuity family.''

[[Image:RackNRuin1.jpg|right|250px|thumb|You win a matched washer and dryer.]]

'''Rack'n'Ruin''' are (is?) two Transformers who were surgically combined in a desperate attempt to save their lives. Previously, (t)he(y) turned into jets, but now (t)he(y) don't (doesn't?).

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===

''(Events from the UK-only comics are in italics.)''

''Rack n' Ruin were (was a?) [[Wreckers|Wrecker]](s). After doing almost nothing in [[Operation: Volcano]], (and being the only member(s) of the team to not doubt the mission), they helped [[Roadbuster]] blow a chunk out of Galvatron in the [[Time Wars]]. However, they didn't bother warning him the gun was about to blow up in time, proving two heads don't tend to be better than one. Rack n' Ruin shot a hole in [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]]. Galvatron got payback. Bye, bye, Rack! Bye, bye, Ruin!''

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==Trivia==
*In his (their?) first appearance during [[Target 2006]] (t)he(y) is (are?) referred to as "Rack and Ruin" but subsequent appearances pep this up to Rack'n'Ruin.

==External Links==
*[http://s90690880.onlinehome.us/jhiaxus/ukcomics/racknruin.htm Rack'n'Ruin at Obscure Transformers]

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Fixit (G1)

2008-04-05T10:11:02Z

58.107.44.11: /* Marvel comics continuity */ added final appearance

{{disambig2|the Hasbro Micromaster|his Japanese counterpart from Victory|Pipo}}{{picsneeded|toy}}

:''Fixit is an [[Autobot]] [[Micromaster]] from the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:Fixit_cardart.jpg|thumb|right|250px|I'm also unclear about "decalcify", "defenestrate", and "dowager".]]

'''Fixit''' is the current leader of the [[Rescue Patrol]], thanks to his never-say-die attitude. Indeed, "die", "defeat", and "daunted" aren't in his vocabulary banks. (Neither is "decoupage", but fortunately, that doesn't come up very often.) Like every Autobot ambulance in the history of time, he's a skilled medic. (Which invites the question, what do ''unskilled'' Autobot medics transform into?)<ref>''[[More Than Meets The Eye]]'' #2</ref>

:''French-Canadian name'': '''Médic'''

==Fiction==
===Marvel comics continuity===
{{noteukonly}}
[[Image:Fixitpriceoflife.jpg|left|thumb|150px|Fixit: big fan of euthanasia.]]
''Fixit and the Rescue Patrol were one of the first Micromaster teams, and were part of a three-team mission to destroy the [[Battle Patrol]] so the Decepticons couldn't gain Micromaster technology. They disobeyed orders and rescued their comrades instead.'' {{storylink|A Small War!}}

''When his comrade [[Seawatch]] was traumatised to the point of going offline after a grisly murder, Fixit was tasked to bring him back online to find out what happened. He did this reluctantly, worried about possible long-term effects.'' {{storylink|Demons!}}

He and his team-mates were sent to [[Earth]] alongside the [[Classic Pretenders]] as reinforcements, but their journey via Trans-time portal was disrupted by the [[Mayhem Attack Squad]] and they instead ended up at the center of Cybertron. {{storylink|Yesterday's Heroes!}} Here, they saw the face of [[Primus]], witnessed a retelling of Cybertron's creation, and fought the Mayhems before arriving on Earth - but Primus had awakened and Unicron was coming... {{storylink|Primal Scream}}

''He was part of a mission to capture Decepticon assassin [[Whisper]], but [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus]] called it off to prevent damage to the environment.'' {{storylink|The Greatest Gift Of All!}}

Fixit later served as medical officer on the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]] in the absence of [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] and [[First Aid (G1)|First Aid]], and was tasked with repairing those injured by [Thunderwing (G1)|Thunderwing]]. {{Storylink|Eye of the Storm!}}

It was Fixit who carried out a diagnosis on the fused Ratchet-[[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] being, and despite his warning that to save Ratchet, he would also have to save Megatron, Fixit carried out the operation at Optimus Prime's insistence. {{storylink|The Price of Life!}}

He was last seen on Cybertron, listening as [[Primus]] revealed the origin of the Transformers. {{Storylink|The Void! (US)|The Void!}} How he fares in the subsequent battle with [[Unicron]] isn't shown, but he is not seen again.

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==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Rescue Patrol''' (Micromaster Patrol, 1989)

: Fixit transforms into an ambulance of undetermined model. He was only available as part of a Micromaster Patrol set with [[Red Hot]], [[Seawatch]], and [[Stakeout]].

: This toy was released in Japan with no changes as [[Pipo]].

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==Footnotes==
<references/>

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==External links==
*[http://tfu.info/1989/Autobot/Fixit/fixit.htm Fixit at TFU.info]

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Chromedome (G1)

2008-04-05T10:02:38Z

58.107.44.11: /* Marvel Comics continuity */

:''Chromedome is an [[Autobot]] in the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].

[[Image:Chromedome manga.jpg|thumb|250px|"You're such a coward [[Blurr (G1)|Wally]]!"]]

''('''Note''': '''Chromedome''' is one of those fun characters whose American and Japanese incarnations were very different. See individual fiction entries below for continuity specific profiles.)''

:''Japanese name'': '''Chrome''' (see below)
:''Italian name'': '''Duobot'''
:''French-Canadian name'': '''Chromédome'''
:''Hungarian name'': '''Krómpáncél''' ("Chrome Armor")

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
{{noteukonly}}
Chomedome is an academic at heart. He only joined the war effort after the Decepticons destroyed Cybertron's [[Institute for Higher Programming]] where he did his work. He's tried to use his skills as a programmer to bring an end to the war, but so far has only succeeded in instigating a programming "arms" race. Something of a classic computer programming nerd, he's often a frustration to his cool and very image-conscious [[Nebulan]] [[Headmaster]] partner, [[Stylor]].

Chromedome was damaged during the battle with the Matrix-powered [[Thunderwing (G1|Thunderwing]] aboard the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]] at the end of the [[Matrix Quest]]. {{Storylink|All Fall Down}} Afterwards, while being repaired by [[Fixit]], he suggested going on a "Leg Quest" instead (since his own had been torn off). Funny, funny guy. {{Storylink|Eye of the Storm!}}

He was last seen fleeing in terror from [[Unicron]]. Whatever happened to him, it couldn't have been worse than what happened to [[Brainstorm (G1)|Brainstorm]], [[Hardhead (G1)|Hardhead]], and [[Highbrow]] in the ensuing battle.

{{charstubfiction}}

===American cartoon continuity===
'''Voice actor:''' [[Frank Welker]] (US). [[Kunihiko Yasui]] (Japan)

After the Decepticons broke into the [[Plasma Energy Chamber]], unleashing waves of powerful plasma energy, Chromedome was amongst the group of Autobots flung halfway across the galaxy to [[Nebulos]]. After a misunderstanding—namely, the Nebulans threatening to detonate magnetic bombs they had attached to the Autobots after their capture—Chromedome willingly became a [[Headmaster]]. He presumably joined the rest of the Autobots in celebration after [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]] was flung into space and a new [[Golden Age]] began on Cybertron.

===Japanese animated continuity===
'''Voice actor:''' [[Hideyuki Hori]]
{{note|"Chromedome" is the name of the combined small Master robot and the larger [[transtector]] vehicle/robot body. When separated from his transtector, Chromedome is called '''Chrome'''.}}
====Headmasters====

A small, human-sized Transformer from the colony planet [[Master]], Chromedome proved himself enough to be granted a large [[transtector]] body, becoming one of the planet's elite Headmaster warriors. [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]]'s [[second-in-command]] and field commander, he was charged with leading a crack troop of Headmaster soldiers with about one personality between the four of them. Chromedome was notable for often being the guy in charge and being slightly brasher than the rest of this brash lot. Brasher than Armada's [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]]. That's pretty darn brash. Brash. He also picked up romancing [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]] when [[Hot Rod|Rodimus]] was on walkabout for a new planet and [[Springer]] was apparently otherwise occupied.

Chromedome had a long history of animosity with [[Sixshot]], dating back to when Sixshot killed his friend [[Abel]] before Chromedome became a Headmaster. Things got worse when Sixshot killed [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]]. The final straw came when Chromedome was forced to shoot his friend [[Jack (G1)|Jack]] after Sixshot planted a bomb in Jack and reprogrammed him to blow up the Battleship Maximus. He was finally challenged to a one-on-one fight to the death with Sixshot, but they were stopped by [[Daniel Witwicky]], who had managed to open up Sixshot to the idea of aiding the Autobots.

====Masterforce====
Chromedome once relayed information to the Autobot Pretenders on Earth, updating them on his battles in space with Decepticon forces, namely those of [[Scorponok (G1)|MegaZarak]], who would become BlackZarak.

=====Headmasters manga=====
His role is similar to that in the ''Headmasters'' animated series. He is portrayed as being more of a leader and inspiration to his troops then his computer nerd counterpart in US comics. His head is a small robot, not an organic Nebulan.

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Chromedome''' w/ '''Stylor''' (1987)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-101'''

*'''Chromedome''' (Transformers Juniors, 1987?)

===Merchandise===
*Chromedome was in Act 3 of [[Takara]]'s ''[[Super Collection Figure]]'' (SCF) line of PVC figurines. Like all pieces in this set, he was [[blindpacked]] in both full-color and all-clear versions.

==External links==
*[http://tfu.info/1987/Autobot/Chromedome/chromedome.htm Chromedome at TFU.info]

*[http://www.ntfa.net/universe/english/index.php?act=view&char=Chromedome Chromedome's Universe profile at NTFA.net]

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Highbrow (G1)

2008-04-05T10:02:17Z

58.107.44.11: /* Marvel Comics continuity */

:''Highbrow is an [[Autobot]][[ Headmaster]] in the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:Highbrow.gif|350px|right|thumb| Try to imagine [[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor]] and [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]] had a kid...]]

To put it in terms even your obviously limited intellect can easily understand: " '''Highbrow''' is smarter than you are." No, no, Don't allow your comparably plebeian cerebral encumbrance to strain itself beyond endurance in a futile attempt to grasp the intrinsic universal magnitude of Highbrow's innate mental acuity, for it will bear no arboreal reproductive spheres. The ultrascopic trans-infinate sublimity of his diurnal ponderances transcend the circumference of most sentient species entire thought-spheres, If he does vocalize the notion personally (and you can be certain he will).

The greatest tragedy of his existence is to be clearly so far beyond all those around him, entrapped as they are by their own primitive psyches and abysmal ignorance in a barbaric escalation of pugnacious defenstration and rebuttal. That a paradigmatic mind such as his own should be bound or beholden to a lesser being, especially a rude, primitive swain such as the Nebulan biped [[Gort]] is a supreme and vexing irony.

:''Japanese name'': '''Gorter''' (see below)
:''Italian name'': '''Cruiserbot'''
:''French-Canadian name'': '''Cerveau'''

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
{{noteukonly}}
''Lured into Scorponok's clutches by Nebulans hypnotised by [[Mindwipe]], Highbrow battled the Horrorcons, but was defeated and also hypnotised. While Highbrow thus suffered from amnesia, the Decepticons attempted to convince him that they were on his side. Gort, however, was unaffected, and when he recombined with Highbrow, the two ripped off Scorponok's head.''
{{Storylink|All in the Minds!}}

During [[Unicron]]'s attack on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], Highbrow accidentally got into [[Cloudburst]]'s way and made him steer into the path of Unicron's flame-breath and explode. Jerk. This caused Highbrow to lose it and perform a full frontal assault on Unicron, who clapped his hands and crushed him. It'd be worse if it happened to someone else. {{storylink|On the Edge of Extinction!}}

{{charstubfiction}}

===American animated continuity===
'''Voice actor:''' [[Johnny Haymer]] (US)

He was displeased when he discovered Gort was his Headmaster partner. He was hoping for someone who could at least match his own "intellectual capacity". Snob. {{storylink|The Rebirth, Part 2}}

===Japanese animated continuity===
{{note|"Highbrow" is the name of the combined small Master robot and the larger [[transtector]] vehicle/robot body. When separated from his transtector, Highbrow is called '''Gorter'''.}}
====Headmasters animated series====
He probably did something unlikeable here too.

====Headmasters manga====

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Highbrow''' (Headmaster, 1987)

==External links==
* [http://www.tfu.info/1987/Autobot/Highbrow/highbrow.htm Highbrow at TFU.info]

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Chromedome (G1)

2008-04-05T10:01:39Z

58.107.44.11: /* Marvel Comics continuity */

:''Chromedome is an [[Autobot]] in the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].

[[Image:Chromedome manga.jpg|thumb|250px|"You're such a coward [[Blurr (G1)|Wally]]!"]]

''('''Note''': '''Chromedome''' is one of those fun characters whose American and Japanese incarnations were very different. See individual fiction entries below for continuity specific profiles.)''

:''Japanese name'': '''Chrome''' (see below)
:''Italian name'': '''Duobot'''
:''French-Canadian name'': '''Chromédome'''
:''Hungarian name'': '''Krómpáncél''' ("Chrome Armor")

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===

Chomedome is an academic at heart. He only joined the war effort after the Decepticons destroyed Cybertron's [[Institute for Higher Programming]] where he did his work. He's tried to use his skills as a programmer to bring an end to the war, but so far has only succeeded in instigating a programming "arms" race. Something of a classic computer programming nerd, he's often a frustration to his cool and very image-conscious [[Nebulan]] [[Headmaster]] partner, [[Stylor]].

Chromedome was damaged during the battle with the Matrix-powered [[Thunderwing (G1|Thunderwing]] aboard the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]] at the end of the [[Matrix Quest]]. {{Storylink|All Fall Down}} Afterwards, while being repaired by [[Fixit]], he suggested going on a "Leg Quest" instead (since his own had been torn off). Funny, funny guy. {{Storylink|Eye of the Storm!}}

He was last seen fleeing in terror from [[Unicron]]. Whatever happened to him, it couldn't have been worse than what happened to [[Brainstorm (G1)|Brainstorm]], [[Hardhead (G1)|Hardhead]], and [[Highbrow]] in the ensuing battle.

{{charstubfiction}}

===American cartoon continuity===
'''Voice actor:''' [[Frank Welker]] (US). [[Kunihiko Yasui]] (Japan)

After the Decepticons broke into the [[Plasma Energy Chamber]], unleashing waves of powerful plasma energy, Chromedome was amongst the group of Autobots flung halfway across the galaxy to [[Nebulos]]. After a misunderstanding—namely, the Nebulans threatening to detonate magnetic bombs they had attached to the Autobots after their capture—Chromedome willingly became a [[Headmaster]]. He presumably joined the rest of the Autobots in celebration after [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]] was flung into space and a new [[Golden Age]] began on Cybertron.

===Japanese animated continuity===
'''Voice actor:''' [[Hideyuki Hori]]
{{note|"Chromedome" is the name of the combined small Master robot and the larger [[transtector]] vehicle/robot body. When separated from his transtector, Chromedome is called '''Chrome'''.}}
====Headmasters====

A small, human-sized Transformer from the colony planet [[Master]], Chromedome proved himself enough to be granted a large [[transtector]] body, becoming one of the planet's elite Headmaster warriors. [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]]'s [[second-in-command]] and field commander, he was charged with leading a crack troop of Headmaster soldiers with about one personality between the four of them. Chromedome was notable for often being the guy in charge and being slightly brasher than the rest of this brash lot. Brasher than Armada's [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]]. That's pretty darn brash. Brash. He also picked up romancing [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]] when [[Hot Rod|Rodimus]] was on walkabout for a new planet and [[Springer]] was apparently otherwise occupied.

Chromedome had a long history of animosity with [[Sixshot]], dating back to when Sixshot killed his friend [[Abel]] before Chromedome became a Headmaster. Things got worse when Sixshot killed [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]]. The final straw came when Chromedome was forced to shoot his friend [[Jack (G1)|Jack]] after Sixshot planted a bomb in Jack and reprogrammed him to blow up the Battleship Maximus. He was finally challenged to a one-on-one fight to the death with Sixshot, but they were stopped by [[Daniel Witwicky]], who had managed to open up Sixshot to the idea of aiding the Autobots.

====Masterforce====
Chromedome once relayed information to the Autobot Pretenders on Earth, updating them on his battles in space with Decepticon forces, namely those of [[Scorponok (G1)|MegaZarak]], who would become BlackZarak.

=====Headmasters manga=====
His role is similar to that in the ''Headmasters'' animated series. He is portrayed as being more of a leader and inspiration to his troops then his computer nerd counterpart in US comics. His head is a small robot, not an organic Nebulan.

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Chromedome''' w/ '''Stylor''' (1987)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-101'''

*'''Chromedome''' (Transformers Juniors, 1987?)

===Merchandise===
*Chromedome was in Act 3 of [[Takara]]'s ''[[Super Collection Figure]]'' (SCF) line of PVC figurines. Like all pieces in this set, he was [[blindpacked]] in both full-color and all-clear versions.

==External links==
*[http://tfu.info/1987/Autobot/Chromedome/chromedome.htm Chromedome at TFU.info]

*[http://www.ntfa.net/universe/english/index.php?act=view&char=Chromedome Chromedome's Universe profile at NTFA.net]

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[[Category: Headmasters]]
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Chromedome (G1)

2008-04-05T09:53:28Z

58.107.44.11: /* Marvel Comics continuity */ added storylink for "leg quest" comment

:''Chromedome is an [[Autobot]] in the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].

[[Image:Chromedome manga.jpg|thumb|250px|"You're such a coward [[Blurr (G1)|Wally]]!"]]

''('''Note''': '''Chromedome''' is one of those fun characters whose American and Japanese incarnations were very different. See individual fiction entries below for continuity specific profiles.)''

:''Japanese name'': '''Chrome''' (see below)
:''Italian name'': '''Duobot'''
:''French-Canadian name'': '''Chromédome'''
:''Hungarian name'': '''Krómpáncél''' ("Chrome Armor")

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===

Chomedome is an academic at heart. He only joined the war effort after the Decepticons destroyed Cybertron's [[Institute for Higher Programming]] where he did his work. He's tried to use his skills as a programmer to bring an end to the war, but so far has only succeeded in instigating a programming "arms" race. Something of a classic computer programming nerd, he's often a frustration to his cool and very image-conscious [[Nebulan]] [[Headmaster]] partner, [[Stylor]].

Chromedome was damaged during the battle with the Matrix-powered [[Thunderwing (G1|Thunderwing]] aboard the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]] at the end of the [[Matrix Quest]]. {{Storylink|All Fall Down}} Afterwards, while being repaired by [[Fixit]], he suggested going on a "Leg Quest" instead (since his own had been torn off). Funny, funny guy. {{Storylink|Eye of the Storm!}}

He was last seen fleeing in terror from [[Unicron]]. Whatever happened to him, it couldn't have been worse than what happened to [[Brainstorm (G1)|Brainstorm]], [[Hardhead (G1)|Hardhead]], and [[Highbrow]] in the ensuing battle.

===American cartoon continuity===
'''Voice actor:''' [[Frank Welker]] (US). [[Kunihiko Yasui]] (Japan)

After the Decepticons broke into the [[Plasma Energy Chamber]], unleashing waves of powerful plasma energy, Chromedome was amongst the group of Autobots flung halfway across the galaxy to [[Nebulos]]. After a misunderstanding—namely, the Nebulans threatening to detonate magnetic bombs they had attached to the Autobots after their capture—Chromedome willingly became a [[Headmaster]]. He presumably joined the rest of the Autobots in celebration after [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]] was flung into space and a new [[Golden Age]] began on Cybertron.

===Japanese animated continuity===
'''Voice actor:''' [[Hideyuki Hori]]
{{note|"Chromedome" is the name of the combined small Master robot and the larger [[transtector]] vehicle/robot body. When separated from his transtector, Chromedome is called '''Chrome'''.}}
====Headmasters====

A small, human-sized Transformer from the colony planet [[Master]], Chromedome proved himself enough to be granted a large [[transtector]] body, becoming one of the planet's elite Headmaster warriors. [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]]'s [[second-in-command]] and field commander, he was charged with leading a crack troop of Headmaster soldiers with about one personality between the four of them. Chromedome was notable for often being the guy in charge and being slightly brasher than the rest of this brash lot. Brasher than Armada's [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]]. That's pretty darn brash. Brash. He also picked up romancing [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]] when [[Hot Rod|Rodimus]] was on walkabout for a new planet and [[Springer]] was apparently otherwise occupied.

Chromedome had a long history of animosity with [[Sixshot]], dating back to when Sixshot killed his friend [[Abel]] before Chromedome became a Headmaster. Things got worse when Sixshot killed [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]]. The final straw came when Chromedome was forced to shoot his friend [[Jack (G1)|Jack]] after Sixshot planted a bomb in Jack and reprogrammed him to blow up the Battleship Maximus. He was finally challenged to a one-on-one fight to the death with Sixshot, but they were stopped by [[Daniel Witwicky]], who had managed to open up Sixshot to the idea of aiding the Autobots.

====Masterforce====
Chromedome once relayed information to the Autobot Pretenders on Earth, updating them on his battles in space with Decepticon forces, namely those of [[Scorponok (G1)|MegaZarak]], who would become BlackZarak.

=====Headmasters manga=====
His role is similar to that in the ''Headmasters'' animated series. He is portrayed as being more of a leader and inspiration to his troops then his computer nerd counterpart in US comics. His head is a small robot, not an organic Nebulan.

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Chromedome''' w/ '''Stylor''' (1987)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-101'''

*'''Chromedome''' (Transformers Juniors, 1987?)

===Merchandise===
*Chromedome was in Act 3 of [[Takara]]'s ''[[Super Collection Figure]]'' (SCF) line of PVC figurines. Like all pieces in this set, he was [[blindpacked]] in both full-color and all-clear versions.

==External links==
*[http://tfu.info/1987/Autobot/Chromedome/chromedome.htm Chromedome at TFU.info]

*[http://www.ntfa.net/universe/english/index.php?act=view&char=Chromedome Chromedome's Universe profile at NTFA.net]

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[[Category: Headmasters]]
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Highbrow (G1)

2008-04-05T09:49:35Z

58.107.44.11: added a uk story appearance

:''Highbrow is an [[Autobot]][[ Headmaster]] in the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:Highbrow.gif|350px|right|thumb| Try to imagine [[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor]] and [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]] had a kid...]]

To put it in terms even your obviously limited intellect can easily understand: " '''Highbrow''' is smarter than you are." No, no, Don't allow your comparably plebeian cerebral encumbrance to strain itself beyond endurance in a futile attempt to grasp the intrinsic universal magnitude of Highbrow's innate mental acuity, for it will bear no arboreal reproductive spheres. The ultrascopic trans-infinate sublimity of his diurnal ponderances transcend the circumference of most sentient species entire thought-spheres, If he does vocalize the notion personally (and you can be certain he will).

The greatest tragedy of his existence is to be clearly so far beyond all those around him, entrapped as they are by their own primitive psyches and abysmal ignorance in a barbaric escalation of pugnacious defenstration and rebuttal. That a paradigmatic mind such as his own should be bound or beholden to a lesser being, especially a rude, primitive swain such as the Nebulan biped [[Gort]] is a supreme and vexing irony.

:''Japanese name'': '''Gorter''' (see below)
:''Italian name'': '''Cruiserbot'''
:''French-Canadian name'': '''Cerveau'''

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
{{noteukonly}}
''Lured into Scorponok's clutches by Nebulans hypnotised by [[Mindwipe]], Highbrow battled the Horrorcons, but was defeated and also hypnotised. While Highbrow thus suffered from amnesia, the Decepticons attempted to convince him that they were on his side. Gort, however, was unaffected, and when he recombined with Highbrow, the two ripped off Scorponok's head.''
{{Storylink|All in the Minds!}}

During [[Unicron]]'s attack on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], Highbrow accidentally got into [[Cloudburst]]'s way and made him steer into the path of Unicron's flame-breath and explode. Jerk. This caused Highbrow to lose it and perform a full frontal assault on Unicron, who clapped his hands and crushed him. It'd be worse if it happened to someone else. {{storylink|On the Edge of Extinction!}}

===American animated continuity===
'''Voice actor:''' [[Johnny Haymer]] (US)

He was displeased when he discovered Gort was his Headmaster partner. He was hoping for someone who could at least match his own "intellectual capacity". Snob. {{storylink|The Rebirth, Part 2}}

===Japanese animated continuity===
{{note|"Highbrow" is the name of the combined small Master robot and the larger [[transtector]] vehicle/robot body. When separated from his transtector, Highbrow is called '''Gorter'''.}}
====Headmasters animated series====
He probably did something unlikeable here too.

====Headmasters manga====

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Highbrow''' (Headmaster, 1987)

==External links==
* [http://www.tfu.info/1987/Autobot/Highbrow/highbrow.htm Highbrow at TFU.info]

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Waverider

2008-04-05T09:38:28Z

58.107.44.11: /* Marvel Comics continuity */ added All Fall Down appearance

{{disambig2|the American [[Pretender]]|his Japanese counterpart from [[Masterforce]]|Diver (Masterforce)}}{{picsneeded}}

:''Waverider is an [[Autobot]] from the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:Waverider_boxart.jpg|thumb|right|250px|LOOK OUT! There's a dude with an axe right behind you!]]

A 'bot with two sides. On the one hand, '''Waverider''' is the peaceful sort, enjoying the freedom his alternate mode provides him under the waves, and the chance to explore the deep looking for lost treasure or sunken vessels. On the other hand, Waverider is a steadfast warrior and the fiercest of opponents in a fight. He is more than willing to go the extra mile that other Autobots might not, due to a lack of fighting instinct or general distaste for warfare. Waverider knows what he's fighting for, and recognizes the need to fight for it.

:''French-Canadian name'': '''Clapotis'''

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
A member of [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]]'s crew aboard [[Steelhaven]], Waverider volunteered for the synthoplasmic conversion process [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] had stolen from [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]], transforming him into an Autobot [[Pretender]]. With Optimus Prime coordinating the Pretenders' first battle with the Decepticons, Waverider and his teammates easily overwhelmed the opposing force.{{Storylink|Pretender to the Throne!}}

Waverider demonstrated a knack for going above and beyond the call of duty. He helped battle [[Thunderwing (G1)|Thunderwing]] aboard the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]. {{Storylink|All Fall Down}}. He was one of few Autobots who ever attempted to reach out to the distraught [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobot]] commander [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]], though his "tough love" speech nearly got him skewered on the end of an energo-sword. {{Storylink|Eye of the Storm!}} Later, he charged head first into the fight with [[Unicron]], concentrating all his firepower on the Planet-Eater until Unicron destroyed him with an optic blast. {{Storylink|On the Edge of Extinction!}}

{{-}}

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Waverider''' (Pretender, 1988)
{{charstubtoys}}

{{-}}
==External links==
* [http://www.tfu.info/1988/Autobot/Waverider/waverider.htm Waverider at TFU.info]

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Crosshairs (G1)

2008-04-05T09:26:54Z

58.107.44.11: /* Marvel comics */ added storylink for possible deactivation

{{Template:Disambig2|the [[Generation 1]] Autobot Targetmaster|the [[Movie (franchise)|live action Movie]]-continuity Autobot jeep|Crosshairs (Movie)}}

:''Crosshairs is an [[Autobot]] [[Targetmaster]] from the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].

[[Image:G1_Crosshairs_boxart.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Crosshairs. Everyone owns one. Everyone.]]

As the Autobot weapons supervisor, '''Crosshairs''' oversees the procurement and maintenance of a dizzying arsenal of implements of death for his fellow Autobots. Long association with such machinery has made him meticulous and careful, possibly to a fault. Crosshairs will often refuse to fire his own weapon unless he's certain it won't miss.

Crosshairs enjoys a good relationship with his equally methodical Targetmaster partner [[Pinpointer]], who is content to let Crosshairs call the shots.

:''Italian name'': '''Cross'''
:''French-Canadian name'': '''Échevelé'''



==Fiction==
===Marvel comics===
Crosshairs eventually became disgusted with his role in the unending cycle of suffering and quit his position as Weapons Supervisor to join [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]] as a front-line warrior. 


However, when stuff exploded on Nebulos, Fortress Maximus was all "Waah, I'm on fire, where did our guns go?" and Crosshairs was pressed back into service as the Autobots' armorer. 

When [[Thunderwing (G1)| Thunderwing]] took control of the [[Creation Matrix]], he blasted Crosshairs. Since Crosshairs was never seen again after this point in comic continuity, and [[Hot Rod]] mentioned that three Autobots were deactivated by Thunderwing, it's possible Crosshairs was one of the casualties.{{Storylink|All Fall Down}}

===Animated continuity===
====''The Rebirth'' (US-only)====
:''Voice actor:'' [[Neil Ross]]

[[Image:Targetmasters.jpg|left|thumb|200px|And the winner of the 100 meter dash is...!]]

Crosshairs does quite the Ronald Reagan impression. He is very concerned with "the hubbub".
{{-}}
====''Headmasters'' (Japan-only)====
:''Voice actor:'' [[Hôchû Ôtsuka]]

==== ''Transformers: Armada'' ====
Crosshairs appears in a flashback of Cybertron's [[Great War]] along with one of the [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbot]]s. This scene was also included in the [[Classics (2006)|Transformers Classics]]: Optimus Prime Vs. Megatron "Ultimate Battle" DVD.

===IDW comics continuity===
Crosshairs was stationed out of the [[Autobot Orbital Command Hub]] and was seen acting as navigator for the crew of the ''[[Ark-27]]''. Whether this crew was a permanent unit like [[Prowl (G1)|Prowl's]] or merely gathered from available Autobots on the Hub is uncertain. They transported [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] into battle with [[Thunderwing (G1)|Thunderwing]] on Cybertron {{Storylink|Stormbringer issue 2}} and later brought him to Earth to follow up a lead on the Decepticons' resurrection. {{Storylink|Stormbringer issue 4}}

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==Toys==
===Generation 1===
* '''Crosshairs''' (Targetmaster, 1987)
:* ''Japanese ID number'': '''C-107'''
:* ''Accessories'': "Pinpointer" Targetmaster partner

: Crosshairs transforms into a Cybertronic van-buggy-sorta-kinda-thing. As a Targetmaster, he can hold in his hand or mount on his vehicle-mode roof any Targetmaster gun (or any weapon that uses a 5mm peg). He was released with his partner, Pinpointer.

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==External links==
* [http://www.tfu.info/1987/Autobot/Crosshairs/crosshairs.htm Crosshairs & Pinpointer at TFU.info]
* [http://www.ntfa.net/universe/english/index.php?act=view&char=Crosshairs Crosshairs' Universe profile at NFTA.net]

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First Aid (G1)

2008-04-04T15:38:11Z

58.107.44.11: /* Generation 1 */ yet to find evidence he WAS killed for sure by Starscream, only that he is deactivated by the time of 'The Greatest Gift Of All'.

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{{disambig2|the [[Scramble City]] ambulance from [[Generation 1]]|the [[Micromaster]] ambulance from [[Universe]]|First Aid (Universe)}}

:''First Aid is an [[Autobot]] and a [[Protectobot]] from the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:G1_FirstAid_TFUprofile.jpg|thumb|right|250px|If he doesn't believe in fighting, why is he holding a gun?]]

'''First Aid''' is one of the most empathic and compassionate beings you'll ever meet. He cares deeply about all living things. Heck, he even cares deeply about the "pain" of inanimate objects. A broken or malfunctioning can-opener will earn just as much sympathy and attention as a fellow Autobot. Otherwise First Aid, is a soft-spoken and sometimes overly cautious sort (especially when it comes to the well-being of a fellow Autobot). Still, all the Autobots know he will work long and hard to do his best for them and that their well-being matters to him more than anything, and those are quite comforting thoughts.

First Aid is a member of the subgroup [[Protectobot]]s and forms the left arm of the [[combiner]] robot [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]].

{{quote|I don't believe in fighting. I'm a medic, not a warrior.|First Aid, [[The Ultimate Weapon]]}}

:''French-Canadian name'': '''Ambulo'''<br>
:''Italian name'': '''Sirena'''

==Fiction==
===Marvel comics continuity===
====Generation 1====
{{noteukonly}}

First Aid and the other Protectobots were created on Earth by [[Wheeljack]] and the Autobots after they stole a recording of [[Devastator|Devastator's]] combiner transformation sequence and modified it ''(and after [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] and [[Buster Witwicky]] shared a [[Matrix of Leadership|Matrix]]-induced vision of the future with the [[Special Teams]] in it) {{storylink|Second Generation!}}''.

[[Image:Firstaid-g1issue26.jpg|200px|left|thumb|Remember: Down the block, not across the street.]]

Having learned of a Decepticon plot to acquire the human-made hydrothermocline, Optimus Prime brought the Protectobots with him to Energy Futures Industries in order to guard the device. After Megatron and the Combaticons arrived ready for a fight, the Transformers allowed themselves to be convinced of a better solution by Ethan Zachary, an employee of EFI. Zachary would upload their minds into a video simulation program known as Multi-World, allowing the Transformers to do battle without damaging the hydrothermocline or the surrounding area. Inside the game world, First Aid and [[Streetwise (G1)|Streetwise]] were exploring Vineland when their path was blocked by a web of thick vines. First Aid wanted to blast through, but Streetwise thought better of it and merely lifted the vines out of their way. They were caught off-guard by the Combaticons [[Brawl (G1)|Brawl]] and [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]], but were then miraculously saved by the living vines they had refrained from destroyed moments ago. First Aid then used his decrystallizer cannon on the Decepticons, making them brittle enough for Streetwise to shatter with a burst from his compressed air cannon.

Apparently, First Aid's pacifism doesn't extend to ''virtual'' combat. {{storylink|Afterdeath!}}

First Aid later attempted to console a despondent Ratchet after the death of Optimus Prime. {{storylink|Funeral for a Friend!}}

''While not seen on-panel being killed in the [[Underbase Saga]], he was possibly deactivated in that battle, since he was next seen in a life support capsule as Optimus briefly considered using a Matrix fragment to revive him after Ratchet's disappearance. {{storylink|The Greatest Gift Of All!}}''

====Generation 2====

When Optimus Prime and Grimlock discovered the threat of the [[Cybertronian Empire]], they called in Autobots scattered across the galaxy, including First Aid. And, when Grimlock chose to disobey Prime's directives and make a tactical first strike against [[Jhiaxus]]'s ships, First Aid went with him. They were quickly found out and captured, though, leaving it to Optimus to bail them out of trouble. {{storylink|Devices and Desires!}}

Sometime later, First Aid was working with a science team alongside [[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor]] and [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]]. They attempted to find out what had devastated the population of [[J'asik]], down to the cellular level. Samples taken from the bodies helped the team identify the killer, known as the [[Swarm]], as an offshoot of the Cybertronian race. {{storylink|Swarm (comic issue)|Swarm}}

===Cartoon continuity===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Michael Bell]] (US), [[Kenyu Horiuchi]] (Japan)

[[Image:G1_RevengeofBruticus_FirstAid_Streetwise_help.jpg|thumb|right|170px|"Hey, get out of the road, jerk!"]]

First Aid is an avowed pacifist. When the [[Insecticon (G1)|Insecticons]] attacked an inhabited city on [[Earth]], Optimus Prime called upon the Protectobots to evacuate the civilians caught in the crossfire. First Aid helped an injured man discovered by Streetwise. Later, as Earth's orbit was diverted to the [[Sun]] by the [[Combaticon]]s, First Aid brought civilians to a meat locker that [[Groove (G1)|Groove]] and Streetwise had commandeered to help the humans cool down. {{Storylink|The Revenge of Bruticus}}

First Aid, as part of Defensor, was the arm that wielded the rifle which totally blew up [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]]. Afterwards, he was with the Protectobots when they saved some window-washers from a burning skyscraper. Later still, First Aid and the other Protectobots were ordered to help defend [[Ark (G1)|Autobot Headquarters]] from a Decepticon attack. They merged into Defensor and activated his useless force field, which almost immediately deactivated, allowing the Decepticons to blast Defensor back into his component parts. {{Storylink|B.O.T. (episode)|B.O.T.}}

[[Image:G1_UltimateWeapon_FirstAid_fixingfridges.jpg|thumb|left|170px|You know things are going badly when you find yourself in Silent Hill with an air conditioner as your only companion.]]

In the year 2006, the Autobots were asked to help the Dutch authorities deal with French rebels. First Aid wondered why the humans were always fighting amongst themselves. After dispersing the human aggressors, First Aid then helped out [[Blades]] when his comrade was shot down by [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]]. While the Autobots held off the loser-ish Decepticons, First Aid carried Blades back to [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]] for repairs. After he finished, the Autobot medic responded to an intruder alert and confronted the Decepticon Swindle stealing Metroplex's [[transformation cog]]. Unfortunately, Swindle managed to make off with his loot because the pacifist Autobot refused to fight back. Despite [[Rodimus Prime]]'s attempts to convince him that they didn't expect First Aid to compromise his beliefs, he felt he was a liability to the Autobots and left. After helping [[Nul-A|some old junker robot]] chug down some oil and repair some refrigerators, First Aid received a pep talk from [[Hot Spot (G1)|Hot Spot]], which convinced him to came back to help the Autobots. While [[Trypticon]] and Metroplex fought it out, First Aid bravely entered the Autobot giant and re-aligned the stolen transformation cog to suit Metroplex, allowing the Autobot city to transform fully and defeat Trypticon. {{storylink|The Ultimate Weapon}}

Later in 2006, First Aid transported [[Jessica Morgan]] to County General Hospital after she was injured in a battle between the [[Technobot]]s and the [[Terrorcon (G1)|Terrorcons]]. Despite his helping to restore her ability to walk, the fact that First Aid was a robot had some [[Hate Plague|negative consequences]] because [[Mark Morgan|some]] [[Gregory Swofford|people]] are jerks. {{storylink|The Return of Optimus Prime, Part 1}}

===Dreamwave continuity===
[[Image:Firstaid-warwithin.jpg|150px|right|thumb|In his younger years, First Aid wore a stylish hoodie.]]

First Aid was on Cybertron with the other Protectbots when they decided to counter the threat of Devastator joining the [[Ultracon]] faction. {{storylink|Escalation (Dreamwave issue)}}

Millions of years later, the Protectobots searched [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]'s clone lab, finding [[Runabout]] and [[Runamuck (G1)|Runamuck]] barely alive, having been attacked by [[Sunstorm (G1)|an unknown assailant]].

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==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''First Aid''' (Protectobot, 1986, 1991)
** ''Team ID number'': '''P4'''
**''Japanese ID number'': '''C-75'''
** ''Accessories:'' "Photon Pistol", "Dual-Barrelled Decrystallizer Cannon" with attachment piece

: First Aid transforms into a Toyota Town Ace/Lite Ace ambulance. Due to the requirements of transformation, there are some significant compromises in the appearance of the vehicle, such as the rather visible hinge joints for the front end and the big gap in the back of the ambulance to facilitate his knee joint. There is a 5mm peg hole at the back to attach his large "Decrystallizer Cannon" to this mode.

:As a [[Scramble City]] robot, First Aid can form the limb of any super robot combination, though his nominal place is as the left arm of Defensor.

: During the initial 1986 run, there were two variants; initial runs had a [[die-cast]] metal chest, while later releases used plastic. When the toy was reissued in the European-[[exclusive]] [[Classics (Euro)|Classics]] line (not to be confused by the 2006 ''[[Classics (2006)|Classics]]'' toyline), the [[rubsign]] was removed, but the rubsign indentation remained.

: This mold was also used to make [[Safety]] from the [[Guard City]] giftset in the ''[[Operation Combination]]'' toyline.

===Unreleased===
The Protectobots were to be released as part of the second wave of combiners in ''[[Generation 2]]''. However, this entire wave was ultimately canceled for unknown reasons. First Aid was to be off-white with seafoam-green robot parts and a different rescue/ambulance deco. Vanishingly few samples{{m-}}less than a dozen{{m-}}of this item made their way outside [[Hasbro]], including some on-card samples, which give him the unit number "P2".

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==External links==
* [http://www.tfu.info/1986/Autobot/FirstAid/firstaid.htm First Aid at TFU.info]
* [http://tfarchive.com/comics/misc/universe/tfufirstaid.php First Aid's Universe bio at TFArchive.com]

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[[Category: Headmasters characters]]
[[Category: Medics]]
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Tracks (G1)

2008-04-04T15:13:34Z

58.107.44.11: /* Generation 1 */ confirmed deactivation in 'Dark Star' (since it is the last time he is show and he is getting blasted!)

:''Tracks is an [[Autobot]] in the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:tracksg1.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Hi, I'm fabulous. And I'm TOTALLY not gay. Seriously.]]

'''Tracks''' is a little bit of a narcissist, according to his Autobot buddies, and it's hard for him to stay lighthearted and gay under such criticism. He attributes it to jealousy, since few Autobots are so well-endowed with a sleek, muscular, and tastefully decorated sports car mode as his.

The truth is, Tracks's armament is considerable. In the wink of an eye, he can erect his hardened launcher shafts and deploy two flaming incendiary missiles. These projectiles are heat-seeking, seeking out warm Decepticon bodies and striking hard in sensitive places. With his long and powerful black-beam gun, which negates light, he strikes his enemies in the darkness. Whether defending [[San Francisco]] or displaying his trademark moves in [[Dancitron]], Tracks is one fantastically flamboyant fighter!

Tracks can even fly like a butterfly by deploying his secret, hidden wings from their protective closet.

He should be a dangerous opponent, but his concern with preserving his stylish appearance and poor ability to work with fellow Autobots hampers him. Often he simply cruises the metro area alone all night, looking for Decepticons worthy of his attentions. Tracks may not always get along with his friends, but he knows his enemies. He knows them very well, indeed.

:''French-Canadian name'': '''Le Sillage'''<br>
:''Hungarian name'': '''Vagány''' (meaning "Tough guy" or something like that)<br>
:''Italian name'': '''Puma'''

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===

===Generation 1===
{{noteukonly}}

(Re?)constructed on Earth by [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] when the Autobots' forces were depleted, Tracks had his mind downloaded into a new body from a memory crystal. He only became involved in several missions before [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] assumed control of the Autobots and took the ''Ark'' back out into space and away from Earth.

Tracks was later deactivated while battling the combined Decepticon armies in the Arctic, when he received an unexpected acid bath from [[Blot]]. {{Storylink|Dark Star!}}

''Wheeljack tried to revive Tracks, but Grimlock secretly continued to sabotage the process because he considered the vain Autobot worthless as a warrior. Grimlock not only failed to keep Tracks off-line, he also had to deal with Optimus Prime assigning the revived soldier to Earthforce duty.'' {{Storylink|Makin' Tracks!}}

===Generation 2===

Tracks was operating out of Autobase on Earth after the Autobots began confronting the threat of the Cybertronian Empire. When Megatron agreed to join forces with Prime, Tracks began working closely with the Decepticon Rotor Force members [[Leadfoot]] and [[Manta Ray (G2)|Manta Ray]]. It's possible his friendship and influence had something to do with their interest in switching sides. {{storylink|Total War}}

===Cartoon continuity===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Michael McConnohie]] (English), [[Shō Hayami]] (Japanese)

Tracks was one of several Autobots who appeared out of nowhere one day. He, [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]] and [[Seaspray]] were sent out to intercept and drive back a pirate ship that had appeared through a temporal anomaly due to Megatron's interference on the temporally displaced [[Dinobot Island]]. {{Storylink|Dinobot Island, Part 2}}

Tracks and [[Blaster]] assisted the [[New York]] Police Department's Crime Buster program by parking themselves in a seedy, run-down neighborhood to entice car thieves to steal them, then capturing the thieves and their buyer. Back at [[Sparkplug Witwicky|Sparkplug's]] garage, Tracks opined that New York City was exhilarating and that they could remain there forever as far as he was concerned, to the amusement of the other Autobots. Annoyed at their attitude, Tracks took off for a joyride, but almost immediately fell prey to a gang of would-be car thieves who shot out Tracks' tires as he tried to run them off the road. Crashing into a streetlight, Tracks was badly damaged and unable to transform. Fortunately, the car thief with a heart of gold, [[Raoul]], happened by and decided to take possession of Tracks, who quickly revealed he was no ordinary badly damaged Corvette Stingray. Together, they foiled a Decepticon plot to use the local criminal element to steal cars so that Megatron could build an army of remote-controlled, transforming car drones. {{Storylink|Make Tracks}}

When San Francisco was threatened by an [[Asteroid bird alien|alien bird creature]], Tracks risked his life in battle to defend the city. {{Storylink|The Secret of Omega Supreme}}

Whilst out on a supply run with [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]], Tracks opined that Optimus Prime had sent him out on this task to show the humans that Autobots didn't just have strength, but refinement as well. When Bumblebee sharply pointed out his comrade's lack of humility, Tracks replied that he feared ''some'' Autobots had much to be humble about. Together, they watched a storefront television report by [[Hector Ramirez]] on the disappearance of a [[Oktober Guard One|top secret Soviet jet]], for which blame was placed on the [[United States]]. Bumblebee suspected Decepticon involvement, which was convenient, as Tracks saw [[Astrotrain (G1)|Astrotrain]] and [[Blitzwing (G1)|Blitzwing]] lurking about nearby. The Autobots gave chase, only to discover the 'Cons were holographs projected by the big game hunter [[Lord Chumley]], and the pair were quickly subdued. After several more Autobots were captured, the imprisoned hostages were forced to run through several cruel and unusual torture devices. Tracks in particular was forced to race around a small, spiked track while laser cannons fired at him. {{Storylink|Prime Target}}

Tracks and Blaster were reunited with Raoul when the human and [[Bop Crew]] were being chased by [[Furg]]'s gang outside of the [[Dancitron]] night club. Tracks stylishly defeated the thugs by arcing his laser fire horizontally, simultaneously destroying several of the weapons wielded by Furg's men. As he did so, he noticed that one of the gang members was a man dressed in a business suit. The Autobots decided to investigate further.

Inside the club, Tracks declined to dance with some girls, and another patron asked him where he could "get those threads" (meaning Tracks's robot body). As Tracks left, remarking that Dancitron wasn't ''his'' kind of club, he noted that there were more out-of-place humans, including a housewife in a bathrobe and a garbage man. Tracks and Blaster came to Raoul's aid again when the driver of a train in which the humans were traveling was "activated' by Starscream and accelerated the train to unsafe speeds. Later, Tracks and Raoul were attacked by brainwashed "workers" at a construction site for something large and mysterious. Bravely risking his paint job, Tracks protected Raoul from red-hot rivets fired by a brainwashed construction worker.

[[Image:trackscruc2.jpg|right|thumb|150px|Radio killed the video star.]]

Returning to the club, Tracks was lured into a trap by the mind-controlled [[Poplock]] and [[Rocksteady]]. Barely evading Starscream's attack, Tracks was assaulted by the rest of the club's patrons and chained up to the sound system, where the Decepticons hoped the music would eventually shake him apart. After Raoul de-hypnotised the club patrons by getting them slightly wet, the humans freed Tracks, who proceeded to take off after the fleeing Starscream. Crazy like a fox, Tracks seeded the clouds above the mysterious construction site, causing rain to fall down on the hypnotised workers, totally ruining Starscream's plan forever. Knowing that despite his good looks, he was outgunned and outpowered, Tracks used his superior agility to trick Starscream into flying into the half-constructed building and damaging himself when the Decepticon failed to avoid obstructions. With the Decepticons defeated, Tracks and Blaster destroyed the mysterious building. Grateful to the Bop Crew for saving his life, Tracks had Blaster help them out by acting as the boom box for their curbside breakdance sessions, to the latter's horror. {{Storylink|Auto-Bop}}

Later, Tracks was one of several Autobots facing off against the [[Stunticon]]s near the Seattle-Tacoma area when Megatron was using the [[Key to Vector Sigma]] to transform the land into metal. He was rammed by [[Breakdown]] into a boulder and flipped over. {{Storylink|The Key to Vector Sigma, Part 2}}

Tracks was part of a responsive strike against a series of Stunticon raids on human compounds. He took to the air at one point, prompting [[Dead End (G1)|Dead End]] to remark that his flying car mode was "droll". In retaliation for this unwarranted remark, Tracks blinded Dead End with his black light gun, which caused the Decepticon to drive into the car-crushing fists of [[Warpath (G1)|Warpath]]. {{storylink|Masquerade}}

Tracks was one of several Autobots who participated in the [[Europa 2000]], a charity race from Paris to Istanbul which, if the Autobots won, would have netted them a million dollars, which they would give to charity. Tracks was disdainful of the arrogant American driver [[Auggie Cahnay (G1)|Auggie Cahnay]] and his suped-up [[ Symultech Industries]] car. During the race, Tracks tried to contact the other Autobots, only to find out they had been disabled by the Stunticons in Megatron's quest to stop the Autobots from interfering with his plans for the [[Pearl of Bahoudin]]. Teamed up with Cahnay and [[Professor Terranova|a scientist who mysteriously disappears]] during the course of the battle, the Autobots defeated [[Menasor (G1)|Menasor]] and destroyed the Pearl. {{Storylink|Trans-Europe Express}}

===Dreamwave comics continuity===

Tracks was an active member of the Autobot forces as far back as the days of [[Sentinel Prime (G1)|Sentinel Prime]]. He served with the Autobots for several million years until the time of the [[Great Shutdown]]. Afterwards, he seemed to lapse into semi-retirement while other Autobots worked towards establishing a new unified Cybertronian government with the Decepticons. He eventually recognized the rotten core of their alliance with [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], though, and formed a resistance cell with [[Smokescreen (G1)|Smokescreen]].

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Tracks''' (Autobot Car, 1985, 2002/2003)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''44''', '''TFC-4'''
[[Image:G1Tracks_toy.jpg|left|thumb|150px|Some looks just don't go out of fashion, my dear.]]

: The original Tracks toy transforms into a blue [[wikipedia:Chevrolet Corvette C3|Corvette Stingray]] with a large flame decal on his hood. Tracks's vehicle mode can achieve a flight mode via two flip-out wings and attachable rocket launchers. In robot mode, Tracks is armed with a long rifle that covers most of his lower arm, and the two white rocket launchers are now mounted above his head.

: The European version of Tracks by Milton Bradley was initially available in red, based on the original ''[[Diaclone]]'' color scheme. This toy is featured on the box art on the back of 1985 toys. Due to poor sales, Hasbro decided to re-release Tracks in Europe{{fact}}, this time in his blue color scheme. Because of this, the red MB version ended up being rather rare. <ref>[http://www.tf-1.com/articles/eurous_frame.php?art=mb "Milton Bradley and the Transformers Red Tracks" at TF-1.com]</ref>

: Tracks was reissued by [[Takara]] in 2002 as part of their "book-box" [[Transformers Collection]] series. The following year, [[Hasbro]] re-released him as part of the Toys "R" Us [[exclusive]] [[Commemorative Series]] V.

: This mold was used to make [[Road Rage]], an [[e-Hobby]] exclusive based on the red European version.

*'''Tracks with Basher''' (Action Master, 1991)
[[Image:AMTracks_toy.jpg|right|thumb|150px|As if ''I'' would be seen wearing ''that''.]]

: This version of Tracks was a European [[exclusive]], sculpted to resemble his cartoon appearances more closely. As with all [[Action Master]]s, he cannot transform but is highly articulated by the standards of the time. He came with small tank partner named [[Basher]], who forms a battle helmet/backpack for Tracks (or any other Action Master), colored in bright green and baby blue.

===Alternators===
*'''Autobot Tracks''' (2004, 2006)
:''Alternator ID number:'' '''5'''
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''BT-06'''
[[Image:BTTracks_toy.jpg|left|thumb|150px|You can colour me blue, you can colour me yellow, but I will still be that most excellent fellow.]]

: Tracks was first released in Japan under [[Takara]]'s ''[[Binaltech]]'' line, with a yellow paint job, but was later released in blue to match [[Hasbro]]'s ''[[Alternators]]'' release. Tracks transforms into a [[wikipedia:Chevrolet Corvette C5|Corvette Z06]] featuring open doors and hood and a realistic interior. Amusingly enough, his rocket launchers are stored next to the passenger and driver seats.

: In robot mode, Tracks greatly resembles his G1 self, though with one major difference: The roof of his actual car no longer forms the front of his chest. Instead, he has a pseudo-car-roof chest piece that folds down. His large shoulder pads, formed from the rear halves of the car, give the impression of the wings his original toy had. He is armed with his double-barreled engine gun, two pairs of double-barreled, slide-out wrist blasters, and two shoulder-mounted rocket launchers, making him the most heavily armed Alternators toy.

: The main difference between the Japanese and US releases is that the Japanese Binaltech versions are constructed of die-cast metal for the majority of the car body panels, which are also fully painted. The blue version of Binaltech Tracks also came with a large reproduction of his original hood flame sticker. This sticker was eventually released with Hasbro's own Alternators [[Swerve (G1)|Swerve]].

: This mold was [[retool]]ed to make ''Alternators'' [[Ravage (G1)|Battle Ravage]].

===Merchandise===

==Trivia==
*It is frequently joked amongst Transformers fans that Tracks is a homosexual, although the character has not actually demonstrated any romantic interest in other male characters. All his romantic interest was focused squarely on himself. An ''Auto-sexual'', if you will.

* Voice actor [[Michael McConnohie]] claims Tracks is not gay. He chose the voice of Thurston J. Howell III from ''Gilligan's Island'', played by [[wikipedia:Jim Backus|Jim Backus]], as the basis for Tracks' snooty voice and mannerisms. McConnohie refers to Tracks's manner of dialect as a "Harvard Lockjaw".

*Tracks appeared in one of five original Generation 1 [[public service announcements]], warning kids not to steal cars, even if it's just for joy-riding. He seems to have a ''thing'' for carjackers, that Tracks.

* In parts of Europe, Tracks was released in the Diaclone toy's red deco through Milton Bradley in 1985. Due to being a royal shelfwarmer, the toy was re-released in its proper Transformers colors through Hasbro a year later. It is possible Hasbro has originally planned for Tracks to be released in Diaclone colors, as Tracks is red complete with the Diaclone hood stickers ("CS" instead of the Autobot sigil) on the 1985 back-of-the-box mural.<ref>[http://www.botchthecrab.com/galleryImage.asp?gallery=7&image=34 Back of the Box Art: 1985 - USA]</ref> Interestingly, the 1985 box-mural from Japan shows not only the red Tracks in the center, but another Tracks, this one in his Hasbro blue deco, in the upper right area.<ref>[http://www.botchthecrab.com/galleryImage.asp?gallery=7&image=35 Back of the Box Art: 1985 - Japan]</ref> Perhaps this indicates that there were plans to create more than one ''Transformers'' character from the Stingray mold, as had been done with many of the other Diaclone molds, that were unrealized.

* In later years, toys sporting the name "Tracks" require an additional "Autobot" prefix for [[trademark]] reasons, hence making the official name "'''Autobot Tracks'''".

* Chevrolet initially denied Hasbro and Takara the license for the Z06 Corvette that was going to be released as part of the [[Alternators]] line. Thus, Hasbro and Takara came up with an auxiliary plan for Tracks, this time as another "well-known American sports car", a Dodge Viper. Eventually, though, Chevrolet had a change of mind and granted Hasbro and Takara the license for the Corvette design after all. As a result, the Viper mold was slightly redesigned, was given a new head sculpt, and ultimately ended up as [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]] instead (called "Side Swipe" for trademark reasons). Control drawings for the Viper as Tracks, sporting a Tracks head sculpt and a different transformation for the doors, allowing them to more closely resemble Tracks's G1 wings, are depicted in the Japanese ''Transformers: Binaltech & TF Collection Complete Guide'' book.

* Hasbro initially intended to release their ''Alternators'' toy in yellow, with a blue running change variant coming later down the line. However, problems with the darker interior parts being visible though the yellow plastic encountered at the test shot stage prompted Hasbro to cancel the yellow version and instead release the toy in blue right away. Thus, the only yellow version of the mold is Takara's ''Binaltech'' release. Supposedly, yellow Hasbro Tracks never made it beyond the paint sample stage (a few pieces were leaked to the public), although there have been rumors that the yellow version was actually shipped out to stores and later recalled. Conveniently, anyone who claimed to have seen the packaged toy in person was unable to take a photo as evidence. Thus, this rumor is considered to have similar credibility to the infamous "blue G1 [[Bluestreak]] in Hasbro packaging" myth.

* He's not gay. '''Seriously.''' We can't stress this enough.

* Not that there's anything wrong with that.

* But really. He's not gay.

==References==
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==External links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/1985/Autobot/Tracks/tracks.htm Tracks at TFU.info]
*[http://www.ntfa.net/universe/english/index.php?act=view&char=Tracks Tracks' Universe profile at NTFA.net]

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Beachcomber (G1)

2008-04-04T15:08:12Z

58.107.44.11: /* Marvel Comics continuity */ added his 'deactivation'

{{disambig2|the Generation 1 Autobot|the Energon Autobot|Beachcomber (Energon)}}

:''Beachcomber is an [[Autobot]] from [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''
{{picsneeded|fictional appearances}}

[[Image:Beachcomber sawyer.png|right|thumb|250px| '''Hippies.''' They're everywhere. They wanna save the earth, but all they do is smoke pot and smell bad.]]

Warfare holds no interest for '''Beachcomber'''; he much prefers to take long, lone journeys into the vast expanses of desert wilderness and along the rugged coastal shores that occupy so much of the American landscape. Only in these places of such natural beauty does can he completely escape the conflict between the Autobots and Decepticons. He's what Earthlings would refer to as "laid back." Despite his feelings to the contrary, his many physical weaknesses, and the looks of contempt from the more warlike of his fellow Autobots, he never shirks his responsibility to fight for the Autobot cause. Deep down he knows that until his side wins there is no true escape, no matter how far he travels into the desert.

In vehicle mode, Beachcomber has a range of 800 miles and is capable of traveling over rugged terrain. He's equipped with various magnetic, ionic, electrostatic, infrared, and sonic sensors, among others, which enable him to accurately determine the chemical composition of any terrain he visits. He uses this ability to locate vital resources for the Autobots. Beachcomber can use his magnetic sensors like a compass, but magnetic disturbances can lead him astray. His sonic probes possess limited range. 

:''French-Canadian name:'' '''Déferlo''', '''Pacifico''' (''Generation 2'')<br>
:''Greek name:'' '''Agelioforos''' (Αγγελιοφόρος)<br>
:''Hungarian name'': '''Guberáló''' (Scavenger)<br>
:''Italian name'': '''Pulce'''

==Fiction==

===Animated continuity===
:''Voice Actor:'' ''[[Alan Oppenheimer]] (US), [[Osamu Saka]] (Japan)''

[[Image:beachcomber_with_bird.jpg|right|thumb|He talks to the animals. Especially after a good hit of Kalis Mountain High.]]

Beachcomber showed up out of nowhere one day, helping [[Hound (G1)|Hound]], [[Inferno (G1)|Inferno]] and [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]] investigate some [[Insecticon (G1)|Insecticon]] attacks on an old growth forest. This unit proved to be sufficiently under-powered when it came to confronting freshly fed Insecticons, and their battle strategy amounted to hiding behind Hound's holograms until the bad robots went away. {{Storylink|The Insecticon Syndrome}} He was next seen on [[Dinobot Island]], worrying that the battle with the Decepticons would destroy the environment before it could be properly studied, but at least he was still fighting while complaining. {{Storylink|Dinobot Island, Part 2}}

Unlike the next time. On a geology expedition with [[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor]] and several other Autobots, Beachcomber abandoned them in the middle of a firefight to explore a cave in the nearby cliffside. While his friends were dodging laser fire and trading blows, Beachcomber was learning to speak parakeet and communing with nature. He also found a golden lagoon full of [[electrum]], a naturally-occuring element which would make any Transformer impervious to harm. He dipped his hand into the lagoon, and it turned completely gold in color. Beachcomber hid this information from his fellow Autobots, and even kept his silence after [[Thrust (G1)|Thrust]] arrived coated in electrum and drove the Autobots into retreat, capturing two of their number in the process. Valuing the scenic beauty surrounding the electrum pool, Beachcomber still refused to warn his comrades after the ''entire Decepticon army'' arrived coated with invincible golden armor. He went solo to check on the lagoon, and was captured by the Decepticons. Some of the dumber [[Seeker]]s acted as his prison guards at the Decepticon sunken base, though, and Beachcomber managed to escape alongside his fellow prisoners Perceptor and [[Seaspray]].

Reaching the electrum pool, the trio was met by [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] and the rest of the Autobots, who had independently uncovered the pool's location thanks to [[Powerglide]]. Realizing his golden hand would give him away, Beachcomber quickly dove into the electrum to disguise his prior knowledge of the substance. In the final battle with the Decepticons, [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] ordered the electrum pool destroyed rather than sharing it with the Autobots. In the aftermath of the explosion, the wilderness was totally decimated. Beachcomber never told his Autobots that he had known about the Decepticons' secret weapon and had kept silent, and instead sat around mourning the loss of the grass and trees.

Beachcomber is kinda a selfish dick, honestly. {{Storylink|The Golden Lagoon}}

He was next seen protecting San Francisco from an alien bird-dragon unleashed on Earth by the [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicon]]s. He tried appealing to the creature, thinking that we're all one with the same universe. Yeah...that didn't work well. {{Storylink|The Secret of Omega Supreme}}

Beachcomber was later kidnapped by a greedy toll booth and forced to drive in a circle while hopping over spike-traps. It might make more sense if we explained it better, but it would be nowhere near as funny. {{Storylink|Prime Target}}

In 2006, Beachcomber was stationed at the ''Ark''' with [[Warpath]], [[Pipes]] and several others when [[Trypticon]] came to destroy it. Their feeble efforts to defend the spacecraft were barely noted by the dinosaur robot. {{Storylink|Five Faces of Darkness, Part 5}}

{{note|A robot resembling Beachcomber could be seen ahead of [[Spike Witwicky]] in line for [[Unicron]]'s smelting pool in ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''. Being ahead of Spike means he would have been destroyed before [[Daniel Witwicky|Daniel]] shot down the lid, and he wasn't seen afterwards in the escape from Unicron. But, while "[[Five Faces of Darkness]]" is well known for its errors, Beachcomber's presence in those episodes means it probably was not him inside Unicron.}}

===Marvel Comics continuity===
{{noteukonly}}

[[Image:Smeltingpoolminivehicles.jpg|left|thumb|200px|On Cybertron, Beachcomber basically transformed into whatever [[Kup]] does. Well, you do a lot of crazy things when you're trippin'.]]
Beachcomber was a member of Perceptor's resistance cell on Cybertron who disobeyed orders along with most of the cell to help [[Blaster]] recover [[Scrounge]] from the [[smelting pool]]. He actually demonstrated some uncharacteristic strength and gusto, tearing down a [[laser sentinel tower]] with his bare hands. The rescue mission failed, but they did recover Scrounge's stolen data, and learned that Optimus Prime and the crew of the Ark were alive and fighting on Earth. {{Storylink|The Smelting Pool!}}

Soon after, Perceptor's crew began a mission to destroy the [[Space Bridge]] before the Decepticons on Earth and Cybertron could begin trading resources. Beachcomber used his geological skills to map out a safe path underneath the planet's surface to bomb the underlying support structures of [[Darkmount]], bringing down [[Straxus]]'s whole fortress. The unit failed to destroy the Space Bridge, however, and were ultimately forced to retreat across the Bridge to Earth. {{Storylink|The Bridge to Nowhere!}} Beachcomber and his fellows had to battle [[RAAT]] ''and the time-traveling [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]]'' before finally making their way to the Ark. ''{{Storylink|Resurrection, Part 1}}''

Beachcomber managed to avoid virtually all kinds of fighting for the rest of his time on Earth, doing nothing more strenuous than getting shot at by the Ark's own defense systems. {{Storylink|Funeral for a Friend!}} While he did champion Blaster for replacing [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] as the Autobot's commander, this didn't stop Beachcomber from whining about senseless violence throughout their duel on the moon. Luckily, a Decepticon strike force arrived to drown out his voice with some lasers and explosives. {{Storylink|Totaled!}} A flash of light, the smell of burning chemicals, the roar of falling bombs -- violence is anything BUT ''senseless'', Beachcomber!

When the Autobots rescued [[Buster Witwicky]] from the Arctic and were ambushed by the Decepticons, Beachcomber was among the first to be attacked, set upon and mauled by [[Mindwipe]]. {{Storylink|Dark Star!}}.

''Presumably, this rendered him non-functional, as Beachcomber was last seen laying deactivated aboard [[Ark (G1)|The Ark]] as [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] attempted to repair him. {{Storylink|Deathbringer (comic issue)|Deathbringer}}''

====Marvel UK future timelines====

''When the [[Quintesson]]s raided [[Autobot City]] in 2008, Beachcomber and [[Air Raid]] rushed to defend their home with a team of fellow Autobots. Unfortunately, the Quintesson shock troops were too much for them, and quickly overran the defenders. Beachcomber and his [[Aerialbot]] buddy made a run for back-up, but were jumped from behind and taken out with the rest. {{storylink|Space Pirates!}}''

===Find Your Fate Junior===
{{Storylink|Attack of the Insecticons|AOTI|float=right}}

Beachcomber had to find a path to the surface from the cave system the Autobots were trapped in. He explored the system of underground lakes, marveling at the many strange and things that lived there. While recharging the [[Sun-Pak]] on the surface, he was attacked by [[Kickback (G1)|Kickback]], and had to be saved by [[Sparkplug Witwicky|Sparkplug]]. How humiliating.

''In the 'unsuccessful' ending to this [[multipath adventure]], Beachcomber became lost when his magnetic sensors erroneously led him directly to [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]. He did not regret this error for long.''

{{Storylink|Earthquake|float=right}}
Beachcomber discovered [[Rumble (G1)|Rumble]] practicing his earthquakes near a concealed base and learned of a Decepticon plan to destroy nearby [[Central City]].

[[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] decided that such grave news required a pinpoint response with ''utmost'' secrecy...so he sent the recklessly impulsive [[Windcharger (G1)|Windcharger]], the bombastic [[Powerglide (G1)|Powerglide]], and Beachcomber to babysit the other two.

===Dreamwave comics continuity===
Beachcomber was spurred into action against [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]'s regime on Cybertron when Optimus Prime returned to the planet and rallied the Autobots into action. His actual contribution to the insurrection is undocumented, but it's entirely possible he may have even picked up a weapon. Really. {{Storylink|Countdown to Extinction (comic issue)|Countdown to Extinction}}

Afterwards, Beachcomber was assigned to a mission suitable for his pacifism, as part of Bumblebee's supply crew on the ''[[Orion]]'', bringing news and fuel to their comrades on Earth. {{Storylink|Night of the Combaticons}} Little did they know they would be caught up in heavy combat with [[Sunstorm]]. Beachcomber was supposed to be guarding Sunstorm's primary target, the Decepticon [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], in an Alaskan bunker. Now, of course, the question isn't whether Starscream betrayed them at the first opportunity; it's whether Beachcomber even bothered to pick up his gun and try to stop Starscream, or just passively let the 'Con gun him down. {{Storylink|The Omega Effect}}

===IDW comics continuity===
Beachcomber was captured by [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]], who used [[Bombshell (G1)|Bombshell]] to slip him the [[cerebro-shell|brown acid]]. Under its control, Beachcomber attempted on three occasions to assassinate [[Blaster (G1)|Blaster]]. Ultimately, Blaster confronted him about it and forced him to fight against his Decepticon control. Though his mental resistance shorted out the shell, his neural processors were severely damaged as well.

Beachcomber is now in stasis in a C.R. chamber. Whether or not he is functional enough to experience [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lysergic_acid_diethylamide#Flashbacks_and_HPPD flashbacks] is unknown.
{{Storylink|Spotlight: Blaster}}

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
* '''Beachcomber''' (Mini Vehicle, 1985)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-63'''

[[Image:G1Beachcomber_toy.jpg|thumb|150px|My other altmode is a bong.]]

: Beachcomber transforms into a blue and gray dune buggy of probably made-up model. The figure came in several variants, one with "[[Hasbro]]" stamped across the left arm (removing half the "mesh" pattern), and one without (leaving the full mesh there).

: Later on, Beachcomber (along with all of the then-current [[Mini Vehicle]]s) came packaged with a bonus [[Mini-spy]] as well.

{{-}}

===Generation 2===
* '''Beachcomber''' (Mini Vehicle, 1993)

: ''[[Generation 2]]'' Beachcomber uses the exact same mold as his Generation 1 counterpart. However, this time around, the blue was replaced with a chrome green and the grey of the upper legs and lamps was replaced with neon red. This version removed the "half-mesh" on the left arm and simply replaced it with a large Hasbro copyright stamp.

: A rare variant exists that may have been a testshot run with grey legs. These figures were apparently given out internally by Hasbro as [[Christmas]] ornaments, as they have been found bagged with a string attached and a card reading "Transformers Christmas ornament" on one side and "Merry Christmas from the Boys' Toys Marketing" on the other. The same treatment has been seen with a G2 Seaspray as well.

==External links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/1985/Autobot/Beachcomber/beachcomber.htm Beachcomber at TFU.info]

*[http://www.ntfa.net/universe/english/index.php?act=view&char=Beachcomber Beachcomber's Universe profile at NTFA.net]

*[http://www.toyarchive.com/Transformers/Prototypes/Employee/Gen2ChristmasOrnamentBCom.html Christmas Ornament Variant]

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Still Life!

2008-04-04T14:34:33Z

58.107.44.11: /* Items of note */

[[Image:MarvelUS-76.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Stop breathing down my neck!]]
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'''As their world lies dying, the Transformers attempt to maintain peace between them.'''

==Synopsis==
With [[Unicron]] destroyed, a small group of [[Autobot]]s and [[Decepticon]]s gather around the shattered remains of Optimus Prime, somehow still clinging to life. As Prime gasps out his final words, his last request is that Prowl make sure Grimlock takes command of the Autobots in his absence.

Elsewhere on the planet, Prime's [[Nebulos|Nebulan]] partner Hi-Q is on the run, fleeing from the creatures who just devoured [[Runabout]]. He thinks to himself that he needs to get back to Prime, tell him about the miraculous changes they both are going through, thanks to the [[Powermaster]] process.

At the new United [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]ian compound, Prowl gives his news to a less than enthusiastic Grimlock. When Grimlock moves to go about his business with little more than a word, Prowl grabs him and tries to drill home his new responsibilities. Grimlock shoots back, telling him that the ''[[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'' has been stolen, complete with several deactivated Autobots who were never fully brought back by the [[Nucleon]]. Grimlock was planning to lead his [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobot]]s on an expedition to track down and retrieve the lost ship. Prowl's not done, though. He reminds Grimlock that Optimus Prime upheld a code of ideals for the Autobots, including the notion that Autobots do not kill, unless as a last resort to save others. He makes Grimlock vow to carry on Prime's views.

As Grimlock and the Dinobots leave, Prowl receives some bad news from Blaster's seismology report, while Bludgeon and his lieutenant Krok agree to bide time and weigh their options before making any moves.

On the search for the ''Ark'', Swoop questions Grimlock, submitting that Prowl may have been right, that preserving the peace was more important than their current mission. Cynically, Grimlock informs him that the peace has no chance of lasting anyway. As he goes on, Grimlock's body suddenly seizes up completely, leaving him totally paralyzed. Just then, Hi-Q catches up with the Dinobots, and his hunters find him as well. The monsters surround the Dinobots, who are forced into battle instead of running away, in order to defend their helpless leader.

Meanwhile, at the stolen ''Ark'', Starscream and Shockwave are attempting to enact repairs to the damaged ship. Starscream doesn't understand why its necessary to repair the ''Ark'', when they could easily hunt around and find another one. Shockwave explains to his partner that the ''Ark'' is still the best ship on Cybertron, and his calculations suggest they won't have time to hunt down and steal another ship. A shadowy observer silently agrees with his assessment.

Back at the battle, the Dinobots are having a rough time with the devil-creatures: they are incredibly resilient and continue to pop up by the dozen. As the Dinobots still refuse to abandon Grimlock, he silently laments that his rash use of [[Nucleon]] may leave them ALL frozen as he is... or worse. However, Hi-Q's Powermaster "energy vision" sees something else in Grimlock — a chrysalis of pure energy slowly building beneath his superstructure. Using his special abilities, Hi-Q manages to tap into and boost the process, pushing Grimlock's transformation to fruition in a matter of moments.

In his new [[Actionmaster]] robot mode, Grimlock is now bursting with power. He single-handedly sends the devil-creatures packing, and then grabs one of the stragglers to beat him to death as revenge. Hi-Q stops him, however, speaking to Grimlock about the inner conflict in his circuits, and that he only truly wins a battle when he gives peace and chance, and stops himself from taking life needlessly.

As the Dinobots turn to go, they're treated to a pair of surprises. First, Grimlock reveals that with his new power comes the loss of his ability to transform. Then, Hi-Q makes the startling claim that he somehow '''is''' Optimus Prime.

==Credits==
'''Script:''' [[Simon Furman]] <br>
'''Pencils:''' [[Andrew Wildman]]<br>
'''Inks:''' [[Stephen Baskerville]]<br>
'''Colors:''' [[Nelson Yomtov]]<br>
'''Lettering:''' [[Rick Parker]]<br>
*''Originally published:'' March, 1991

===Major characters===
(''Numbers indicate order of appearance.)
{|border=5 cellpadding=5 cellspacing=5 align=center style="border:#800000"
! style="background:#FFEEEE" | [[Autobot]]s
! style="background:#EEEEFE" | [[Decepticon]]s
! style="background:antiquewhite" | Others
|-
| style="background:#FFEEEE" valign="top" |
* [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] (1)
* [[Prowl (G1)|Prowl]] (2)
* [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] (3)
* [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] (6)
* [[Blaster]] (7)
* [[Snarl (G1)|Snarl]] (9)
* [[Swoop (G1)|Swoop]] (10)
* [[Slag (G1)|Slag]] (11)
* [[Sludge (G1)|Sludge]] (12)

| style="background:#EEEEFE" valign="top" |
* [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]] (4)
* [[Krok]] (8)
* [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] (13)
* [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] (14)
* [[Galvatron II]] (15)

| style="background:antiquewhite" valign="top" |
* [[Hi-Q]] (5)
|}

==Errors==
* Pages nine and twelve of UK #324 have their color palettes reversed.

==Items of note==
* This is the second time that [[The many deaths of Optimus Prime|Prime has died]] in the Marvel U.S. continuity.
* This issue marks the first appearance for [[Rad (G1)|Rad]] and [[Krok]].
* Bludgeon and Grimlock are officially identified as the new Decepticon and Autobot leaders.
* Grimlock's paralysis has been building since his exposure to Nucleon in U.S. #70, first with his leg in #72 and then his hand in #74.
* ''[[Transformers Universe (Marvel Comics)|Transformers Universe]]'' profiles for [[Grotusque]] and [[Horri-Bull]] are found after the main story.

===References===
* The grand battle with Unicron concludes a storyline that began way back in Issue #60.
* Grimlock's reinforcements were fueled with Nucleon in the previous issue.

===Covers===
{{picsneeded|UK covers}}
* '''U.S. cover:''' Frozen Grimlock, Swoop, Sludge and a Demon by [[Andrew Wildman]]
* '''UK issue 323 cover:''' Aftermath of Unicron's attack by Andy Wildman
* '''UK issue 324 cover:''' recolored version of U.S. cover by [[Robin Bouttell]]

{{Columnlist|2|
[[Image:MarvelUK-323.jpg|thumb|200px|center|323 cover]]
[[Image:MarvelUK-324.jpg|thumb|200px|center|324 cover]]
}}

===Advertisements===
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Snapdragon (G1)

2008-04-04T14:22:06Z

58.107.44.11: /* Marvel Comics continuity */ added his death

:''Snapdragon is a [[Decepticon]] [[Horrorcon]] in the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].

[[Image:G1Snapdragon_boxart.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Surprisingly, mauling [[Daniel Witwicky|Daniel]] did not make him an instant fan favorite.]]

What [[Blot]] does through carelessness, '''Snapdragon''' does with deliberation. He loves nothing more than bathing in putrid grease pits or, if those aren't available, the running fuel from his victims' corpses. His bouts of animalistic fury and sheer love of destruction would make him an excellent warrior if not for the fact that he's also as lazy as the [[Empties]] in [[Dead End (place)|Dead End]]. His personal quarters are littered with alarm clocks shot to fragments by laser fire because Snapdragon just wasn't motivated to kill and maim that morning. His fellow Decepticons know they risk suffering a similar fate if they try to wake him. But often risk it in the hopes of channeling Snapdragon's rage towards the Autobots. Woe to the Autobot warrior who faces Snapdragon without his beauty rest. However, his lazy and appalling personal habits make him unwelcome among his fellow Decepticons, except for the equally thuggish [[Apeface]].

He is [[binary bonding|binary bonded]] with [[Krunk]], who only adds to his thuggish personality.

:''French-Canadian name:'' '''Vildragon'''
:''Italian name:'' '''Tifon'''

==Fiction==
===Animated continuity===
====''Rebirth''====
:''Voice actor'': [[Dan Gilvezan]]

[[Image:Snapdragon-Apeface.jpg|left|thumb|150px|"You smell, Snapdragon". "And you're annoying, Apeface." "Good point. Let's be friends."]]

Snapdragon was one of the newly recruited Decepticon animals who attacked Autobot City as a diversion, so that the [[Clone]]s could steal the Key to the Plasma Energy Chamber. After a quick game of "kick the can" with [[Freeway]], Snapdragon retreated and joined [[Scourge (G1)|Scourge]]'s unit in journeying to the Chamber, and then tracking the Autobots who recovered the Key to [[Nebulos]]. While there, he mauled [[Daniel Witwicky]], unfortunately giving rise to the Autobot Headmasters. When his leaders made a deal with the [[Hive]], Snapdragon gave up his head (well, one of them*) to be [[Binary bonding|binary-bonded]] to the Nebulan known as [[Krunk]].

''*One of the many confusing glitches in Rebirth is the fact that, while Krunk is clearly designed to transform into both the robot and dragon heads, Snapdragon retains his dragon mode head even when Krunk is separated from him.''
{{-}}
====''Headmasters''====
:'''Voice actor''': [[Kazuo Oka]]

===Headmasters manga continuity===

===Marvel Comics continuity===
[[Image:Nightbeatsnapdragon.jpg|right|thumb|Snapdragon doesn't care for your [[Nightbeat (G1)|Nightbeat]] love.]]
Snapdragon was a Triple-Changer working for [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]] on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] when their chief opponents, [[Fortress Maximus]] and his band, suddenly vanished off the face of the planet. They eventually found their enemies when Lord [[Zarak]] of [[Nebulos]] sent a [[subspace]] comm message to Cybertron, asking for help in ridding his world of the Autobots. Snapdragon and the others arrived on Nebulos, ready to destroy their enemies and plunder the planet for resources, taking Zarak and his band of followers prisoner in the process. After Fortress Maximus and his fellow warriors drove off Scorponok's crew with their new [[Headmaster]] powers, Scorponok arranged a deal with Zarak to binary bond his warriors with the captive Nebulans. Snapdragon was binary-bonded to Zarak's personal bodyguard [[Krunk]].

Snapdragon served under Scorponok during his command on Earth. When he was transported to Cybertron along with almost every other Transformer, he managed to survive the epic battle against [[Unicron]] and went on to serve under [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]].

He took part in Bludgeon's successful ambush of the Autobots on [[Klo]], only to soon after have his head blown off by [[Blaster]], in a counter-attack led by the newly-resurrected [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]].{{Storylink|End of the Road!}}

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Snapdragon with Krunk''' (1987)
:''Japanese ID number'': '''D-100'''

==External links==
* [http://www.tfu.info/1987/Decepticon/Snapdragon/snapdragon.htm Snapdragon at TFU.info]

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Triggerbot

2008-04-04T14:09:50Z

58.107.44.11: /* Generation 2 */

[[Image:Triggerbots-us67a.jpg|right|thumb|300px|FACT: Triggerbots are robots.]]

The '''Triggerbots''' are a trio of Autobot soldiers, all of whom sport rather massive concealed guns that they can flip out when needed.

The Triggerbots are...

*[[Backstreet]]
*[[Dogfight]]
*[[Override (G1)|Override]]

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
====Generation 1====
{{noteukonly}}

[[Image:Optimusprimeg1preearthmarvel2.jpg|250px|left|thumb|FACT: The purpose of the Triggerbot is to flip out guns and shoot people.]]
The trio accompanied a junior Optimus Prime on his mission to visit High Circuit Master [[Boltax]], and were each instrumental in getting the group past a series of booby traps. They didn't think much of Prime's decision to visit the place, however, and Prime left them behind as he entered Boltax's Temple of Knowledge. {{storylink|The Flames of Boltax!}}

Millions of years later, the team was captured by the Decepticons, along with their Sparkabot compatriots. Backstreet was sent to Earth, along with two of the Sparkabots, so that the [[Z Foundation]] could test out their new Transformer-scrambling jammer devices. Backstreet's heat rays were unable to prevent a human bounty hunter from immobilizing him with a jammer. They were eventually freed, and made their way back to Cybertron. {{storylink|Ca$h and Car-nage!}}

The Triggerbots were later sent by Emirate Xaaron as a search team during the [[Matrix Quest]], to the planet of [[Cheyne]]. Instead of the Matrix, they found a family of psychic vampires who ensnared their minds, to feed off of their hopes and dreams. Dogfight finally managed to break free of their control with help from the locals; he then rescued his two comrades. {{storylink|Kings of the Wild Frontier}}

====Generation 2====
[[Image:Overrideg1dies.jpg|right|thumb|200px|FACT: Triggerbots die ALL THE TIME.]]
Override was part of a team sent to stop a revitalized Megatron on Earth. He attacked Megatron solo, to distract the Decepticon leader while other Autobots snuck aboard the ''Ark''. Megatron ripped him to shreds, presumably killing him. {{storylink|Final Transformations}}
{{-}}

===IDW continuity===
Dogfight, apparently a neophyte, helped out Optimus Prime during the second coming of Thunderwing. {{storylink|Stormbringer}}

{{-}}

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
The Triggerbot sub-team was released in 1988, as carded toys at the $3 price point. The Triggerbots feature flip-out guns in both vehicle and robot modes, with very limited posability. Like most sub-groups at the time, they had [[Decepticon]] counterparts: the [[Triggercon]]s. Along with the Sparkabots and Firecons, they replaced 1987's Throttlebots as the line's lowest-cost offerings for 1988.

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Triggerbot

2008-04-04T14:09:05Z

58.107.44.11: /* Generation 2 */

[[Image:Triggerbots-us67a.jpg|right|thumb|300px|FACT: Triggerbots are robots.]]

The '''Triggerbots''' are a trio of Autobot soldiers, all of whom sport rather massive concealed guns that they can flip out when needed.

The Triggerbots are...

*[[Backstreet]]
*[[Dogfight]]
*[[Override (G1)|Override]]

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
====Generation 1====
{{noteukonly}}

[[Image:Optimusprimeg1preearthmarvel2.jpg|250px|left|thumb|FACT: The purpose of the Triggerbot is to flip out guns and shoot people.]]
The trio accompanied a junior Optimus Prime on his mission to visit High Circuit Master [[Boltax]], and were each instrumental in getting the group past a series of booby traps. They didn't think much of Prime's decision to visit the place, however, and Prime left them behind as he entered Boltax's Temple of Knowledge. {{storylink|The Flames of Boltax!}}

Millions of years later, the team was captured by the Decepticons, along with their Sparkabot compatriots. Backstreet was sent to Earth, along with two of the Sparkabots, so that the [[Z Foundation]] could test out their new Transformer-scrambling jammer devices. Backstreet's heat rays were unable to prevent a human bounty hunter from immobilizing him with a jammer. They were eventually freed, and made their way back to Cybertron. {{storylink|Ca$h and Car-nage!}}

The Triggerbots were later sent by Emirate Xaaron as a search team during the [[Matrix Quest]], to the planet of [[Cheyne]]. Instead of the Matrix, they found a family of psychic vampires who ensnared their minds, to feed off of their hopes and dreams. Dogfight finally managed to break free of their control with help from the locals; he then rescued his two comrades. {{storylink|Kings of the Wild Frontier}}

====Generation 2====
Override was part of a team sent to stop a revitalized Megatron on Earth. He attacked Megatron solo, to distract the Decepticon leader while other Autobots snuck aboard the ''Ark''. Megatron ripped him to shreds, presumably killing him. {{storylink|Final Transformations}}
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===IDW continuity===
Dogfight, apparently a neophyte, helped out Optimus Prime during the second coming of Thunderwing. {{storylink|Stormbringer}}

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==Toys==
===Generation 1===
The Triggerbot sub-team was released in 1988, as carded toys at the $3 price point. The Triggerbots feature flip-out guns in both vehicle and robot modes, with very limited posability. Like most sub-groups at the time, they had [[Decepticon]] counterparts: the [[Triggercon]]s. Along with the Sparkabots and Firecons, they replaced 1987's Throttlebots as the line's lowest-cost offerings for 1988.

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Triggerbot

2008-04-04T14:07:35Z

58.107.44.11: /* Marvel Comics continuity */

Thrust (G1)

2008-04-04T14:01:41Z

58.107.44.11: /* Generation 1 */ added link to holiday resort!

{{disambig3|Thrust}}

:''Thrust is a [[Decepticon]] in the [[Generation 1]] continuity family.''

[[Image:ThrustCartoon1.jpg |right|300px|thumb|Thrust in his "About to Crush [[Chip Chase|a Kid in a Wheelchair]]" pose.]]

'''Thrust''' wants you to know he's coming. (Let's ignore the double-double entendre that comes from that.) The other Decepticons have learned there's no being sneaky when he's around. He's a loud-mouthed braggart who will claim victory before he's even taken the field. He tries to terrify and demoralize the enemy with loud rumbling roars from his engines and boasts from his vocal circuits. The truth is that Thrust is mostly bluster with little to back it up. Any sort of strong resistance can send him flying back the way he came.
{{quote|You pile of reject parts!|[[Chip Chase]] accurately sums up Thrust's worth|"[[Megatron's Master Plan, Part 2]]"}}

:''French-Canadian name'': '''Fatalo'''
:''Italian name'': '''Rapax'''

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
====Generation 1====
{{noteukonly}}

Thrust served Lord [[Straxus]] on Cybertron, operating out of the massive tower [[Darkmount]] in [[Polyhex]]. ''He was one of the elite warriors targeted by the [[Wrecker]]s in [[Operation: Volcano]], but narrowly avoided his fate after a call from [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] summoned the Decepticons away from the lure [[Impactor]] and his team had put out. {{Storylink|Target 2006}}'' As Megatron and Straxus began a partnership to share resources between Earth and Cybertron, Thrust was reformatted and sent to Earth along with [[Ramjet (G1)|Ramjet]] and [[Dirge (G1)|Dirge]] to supervise a massive drilling operation designed to suck the power out of Hoover Dam. Their operation was invaded by the [[Aerialbot]]s, but Thrust turned his disruptor engines on [[Skydive (G1 Aerialbot)|Skydive]], forcing him to ground. Still, the Autobots outnumbered the Seekers and soon forced them into retreat. {{Storylink|Aerialbots over America!}}

Thrust and his comrades began working on Earth full time afterwards, first for Megatron, then [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], and finally [[Ratbat]]. He participated in an ill-fated raid on a fleshling oil tanker alongside [[Ramjet (G1)|Ramjet]], [[Vortex]] and the [[Insecticon (G1)|Insecticon]]s. The heist went off without a hitch...except that the tanker had already emptied its cargo. Not the Decepticons' finest moment. {{storylink|Buster Witwicky and the Car Wash of Doom}} ''He was among the Decepticons present when Galvatron attacked their [[Club Con|new underwater headquarters]], and was none too impressed with how Shockwave handled things, it seemed. {{Storylink|Enemy Action!}}.'' Later, he was part of the Decepticons' major assault on the Autobots on the surface of the Moon. He was disabled (and seemingly exploded) due to a blast from [[Blaster]]'s [[electro-scrambler gun]] during the battle. {{Storylink|Totaled!}} Thrust was glimpsed later, however, transporting humans to the [[Club Con|Decepticons' holiday resort]]. {{Storylink|Club Con!}}

=====Marvel UK future timelines=====

''By 2008, Thrust had risen in the Decepticon ranks to become leader of his own albeit unidentified team. At [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]]'s command, he led them to a planned assault on the Autobots, only to be intercepted by [[Quintesson]] shock troopers and [[Trident]] assault craft. The Decepticons were forced to join forces with their Autobot opponents in order to chase the Quintessons off Cybertron. Thrust was last seen pursuing the remaining Quint ships as they fled atmosphere. {{storylink|Space Pirates!}}''

====Classics====

More than fifteen years after he was last seen, Thrust was the last Decepticon of Megatron's fallen warriors to be rebuilt. <ref>Thrust's ''Games of Deception'' profile card</ref> Some believe that this had something to do with why Thrust defected to [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]]'s command. Thrust was later assigned to work with the mysterious [[Bug Bite]] on Earth along with Dirge and several others. {{Storylink|Games of Deception}}

===Animated continuity===
:''Voice actor: [[Ed Gilbert]] (US), ? (Japan)''

When the mighty Autobot [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] relocated to the time-displaced prehistoric Dinobot Island, Thrust was one of several Decepticon warriors who accompanied [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] to the island in the hopes of exploiting the island's vast energy resources. After the Dinobots made their presence known, Thrust stood by to guard the [[energon cube]]s while Megatron conspired to eliminate their adversaries. {{Storylink|Dinobot Island, Part 1}} When the Dinobots later convinced the native [[Dinosaur]]s to attack the Decepticons, Thrust and Ramjet were trampled in a stampede. Ouchies. {{storylink|Dinobot Island, Part 2}}

After Megatron sucessfully took control of [[Central City]] by manipulating his ally [[Shawn Berger]] and the other humans, Thrust was tasked with capturing the escaped human slave [[Chip Chase]]. He chased the human into the Autobot base and seemingly prevented Chip from saving the Autobots from a collision course into the sun by destroying [[Teletraan I]], but actually unwittingly saved his enemies by shutting off the autopilot that was navigating their doomed ship. Thrust attempted to crush Chip before securing him in his jet cockpit and returning the human to the power plant, where he had his [[after burner]] handed to him by the [[Autobot]]s. {{Storylink|Megatron's Master Plan, Part 2}}

Unlike virtually every other Decepticon in existence, Thrust seemed to possess no dreams of personal power. After uncovering a secret supply of the element [[electrum]], which made him invincible, Thrust ran right to Megatron and informed him of the pool instead of using it for his own gain. Maybe he's just too stupid to dream of greater glory. It has [[Scorponok (BW)|happened]] [[Demolishor|before]]. {{Storylink|The Golden Lagoon}}

Thrust's cowardice was legendary among the Decepticons, and they frequently had to put him in his place whenever his bluster became too unbearable. He was particularly insipid on one occasion when he, [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] and [[Astrotrain]] came to Saturn's moon of [[Titan]] hunting the Autobot [[Cosmos]]. When Astrotrain took advantage of the superstitious locals to force them into serving him as "greatest of the [[Sky God]]s", Thrust quickly fell into the role of lackey instead of challenging Astrotrain like Starscream did. Later, when the Autobots [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]] and [[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor]] arrived and engaged the two [[Seeker]]s, Thrust was quick to flee rather than face even odds in battle. Finally, when the Autobots' transport [[Omega Supreme (G1)|Omega Supreme]] was repaired, Thrust voiced the Decepticons' slim chances at survival and they beat a hasty retreat. Not an unreasonable course of action, really -- it seems a coward is a useful point of view to consult during warfare. {{Storylink|The God Gambit}}

Of course, Thrust also isn't much of a people person either. Megatron once gave him the simple task of explaining to the [[Insecticon (G1)|Insecticon]]s that the Autobots had acquired some [[robotic insecticide]] to use against them, and that they were to stay clear of the battle until Megatron and his Decepticons could destroy the weapon. Megatron actually planned to horde the insecticide as a failsafe for himself, naturally, but he didn't tell Thrust that. The [[Conehead]]'s delivery of the message lacked the slightest trace of sincerity, and the Insecticons flew off that very instant to intercept the Decepticons. A future in politics, Thrust does not have. {{Storylink|Quest for Survival}}

During the Decepticons' attack on [[Autobot City]] in [[2005]], he had the distinction of being the first Decepticon to be run over by [[Optimus Prime]]. Ouch. {{Storylink|The Transformers: The Movie}}

===Devil's Due ''G.I. Joe vs the Transformers'' comics continuity===
As part of [[Serpent O.R.]]'s forces, Thrust defended the newly unified Decepticon army's base against a combined Autobot/[[G.I. Joe]] strike force. In the course of the battle, he and [[Barrage (Insecticon)|Barrage]] were shot by [[Lady Jaye]]. {{storylink|The Art of War, Part 5}}

===Dreamwave continuity===

Thrust was one of many Decepticon warriors who joined Shockwave in the assault on [[Iacon]] shortly after [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] rose to power. {{Storylink|The War Within}} He was relatively loyal to [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], and served under the one-eyed tactician during the Dark Ages when Megatron was AWOL, and then again after the [[Nemesis]] vanished in deep space. {{Storylink|The War Within: The Dark Ages}}

After the [[Great Shutdown]], Thrust continued serving under Shockwave's command on Cybertron, after the Autobots and Decepticons unified their efforts to control the planet and consolidate on energon reserves. He was one of a select group of Decepticons chosen by [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] to be "rehabilitated", and operated under the Autobot's direction when they traveled to Earth to collect the Ark and Nemesis' crews. {{Storylink|Brothers' Burden}} After the Autobots uncovered Shockwave's malevolent plans for the future, the war began anew and Thrust fled to the wastelands with a small contingent of Shockwave's forces. They were assimilated into Megatron's command once the great Decepticon leader returned with the Predacons and imposed his will on Shockwave. {{Storylink|Lost and Found}}

===IDW comics continuity===
[[Image:Stormbringer2_NebulosDecepticons1.jpg|thumb|left|200px|"I'm too big to emerge through YOUR '''''foldspace transition'''''."]]

Thrust was a part of [[Darkwing]]'s command on the planet [[Nebulos]] when the [[Pretender]] [[Thunderwing (G1)|Thunderwing]] attacked the planet. {{Storylink|Stormbringer issue 2}} Though he was eager to join the fight, Thrust was instead put in charge of the hidden Decepticon command bunker for two purposes. First, to alert Megatron of the reborn threat of Thunderwing. Second, to destroy the bunker, leaving no trace of their presence. Thrust presumingly did both as Darkwing told Dreadwind that they were picking the seeker up before leaving the planet. {{storylink|Stormbringer issue 3}}

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==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Thrust''' (1985, 2001, 2004)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''D-57'''

[[Image:G1Thrust_toy.jpg|left|thumb|Conehead without the cone]]

: The ''Generation 1'' Thrust toy is a retool of the original [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], who was originally a [[Diaclone]] "Jet Robo Acrobat-Type" F-15 Eagle. His central F-15 body is unchanged, but he has new wings with ducted VTOL fans, and new rear stabilizers. Unlike Dirge and Ramjet, Thrust retained the launchers, null-ray lasers and cluster bombs projectiles used in Starscream, [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]] and [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]].

:In robot mode his official instructions have the user pulling down his nose cone to complete his head transformation, like Starscream. However, Thrust's television incarnation (like Ramjet and Dirge) depicts him as having his head untransformed, giving a distinctive 'conehead' shape. This has led many owners to do the same thing, differentiating the three later Decepticon jets from the three earlier ones.

===Smallest Transformers===
*'''Thrust''' (2003)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''GTF-11'''
[[Image:STFThrust_toy.jpg|right|thumb|150px|He still missing his cone.]]

: ''[[Smallest Transformers]]'' Thrust is a retool of Starscream. Like all toys in the line, Thrust is a tiny, simplified version of the original toy, transforming into a modified F-15 fighter jet. These toys were sold "blind-packed" in boxes, so you could not know which one you had until you actually opened the box.

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===Timelines===
*'''Games of Deception!''' (Multi-pack, 2007)

[[Image:Classics_Thrust_Toy.jpg|left|thumb|200px|Unlike his fellow coneheads, Thrust likes to wear his wings up.]]

: Thrust is part of the ''[[Classics (2006)|Classics]]''-themed [[BotCon 2007]] box set, along with [[Bugbite]], [[Dirge (G1)|Dirge]], [[Dreadwind (G1)|Dreadwind]], and [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]]. He is a [[retool]] of the ''Classics'' Ramjet toy.

: Thrust was retooled to have two new wings and horizontal stabilizers from Ramjet. He is the first Botcon toy to have a retool that affects transformation.

: As with most ''Classics toys'', he features a heat-sensitive [[rubsign]].

: There were 1500 Classics Thrust figures produced.

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==Trivia==
* Thrust is one of the few Decepticons from the ''Generation 1'' cartoon who didn't have red eyes. He had yellow eyes instead.
* Classics Thrust is one of the only modern Hasbro produced figures to have label stickers.

==Footnotes==
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==External links==
*[http://tfu.info/1985/Decepticon/Thrust/thrust.htm Thrust at TFU.info]

*[http://ntfa.net/universe/english/index.php?act=view&char=Thrust Thrust's Universe profile at NTFA.net]

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Ramjet (G1)

2008-04-04T13:59:07Z

58.107.44.11: /* Generation 1 */ added 'All Fall Down!' appearance

{{disambig3|Ramjet}}

:''Ramjet is a [[Decepticon]] in the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:RamjetG1.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Ramjet likes toast.]]

What can really be said about someone whose only idea of strategy is to smash into things with his head? In '''Ramjet'''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s defense he's specifically built to survive such midair collisions and his prey most definitely is not. The strategy can be frighteningly effective, since no one expects a fighter jet to ram them. Ramjet has a tendency to regard the sky as belonging only to him, and will frequently ram even neutral or friendly targets. Though he is built to take such hits frequent collisions and crashes can still take their toll on his internal mechanisms.

:''French-Canadian name'': '''Statoréacto'''
:''Italian name'': '''Nibbio'''

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
====Generation 1====
{{noteukonly}}
Until [[Straxus]] was assassinated, Ramjet worked under the Decepticon overlord on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. {{storylink|The Bridge to Nowhere!}} Soon after, Ramjet, [[Thrust (G1)|Thrust]], and [[Dirge (G1)|Dirge]] were given Earth jet forms specified by [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] and were recruited to the Decepticons' Earth forces over the [[Space Bridge]] when the Decepticons attempted to exploit [[Hoover Dam]] for energy. The [[Aerialbot]]s arrived to deal with them, but Ramjet scored first blood for the Decepticons by ramming [[Slingshot]] right out of the sky. His early victory didn't help Ramjet in his fight with [[Air Raid (G1)|Air Raid]], however, as the Autobot's torque rifle twisted his beautiful nosecone all out of shape. As the Aerialbots successfully reorganized, Ramjet led the Decepticon jets in a swift tactical advance to the rear. {{storylink|Aerialbots over America!}}

Ramjet was shuffled into the background as a series of revolving leaders left the Decepticon forces in constant chaos. Honestly, it was like they had to be nice to everyone, because you never knew who would decide to take over command next.

Ramjet was seen to be shot down in flames during battle against the combined forces of [[G.I. Joe]] and [[Cobra]]. {{Storylink|...All Fall Down!}} ''Later, he was among the Decepticons present when Galvatron attacked their [[Club Con|new underwater headquarters]], and appeared none-too-impressed with how [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] handled the matter. {{Storylink|Enemy Action!}}.'' Under [[Ratbat]], he was put to work transporting humans to the Decepticon's holiday resort for humans. {{Storylink|Club Con!}}

{{note|Ramjet isn't seen after this, but ''Classics'' later claimed that he was deactivated by Starscream during the [[Underbase Saga]].}}

====Generation 2====
[[Image:Ramjetg2comics.jpg|left|thumb|150px|Shouldn't he be teal now?]]
When [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] returned and overthrew [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]]'s command, Ramjet was aggravated that Megatron brought a revived [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] with him. Starscream was arrogant, loud, and would never shut up, so why didn't Megatron leave him dead? Seriously, what was Megatron's problem? {{storylink|The Gathering Darkness}}

Ramjet was among the Decepticons killed in the [[Swarm]]'s final attack on [[Autobase: Earth]]. {{storylink|A Rage in Heaven!}}

====Generation 2 (UK)====

Ramjet was sporting a new paintjob and an odd lack of cone when he joined Bludgeon's forces in attacking Earth. He was shot down in battle by Optimus Prime.

====Classics====
{{note| The ''Classics'' stories take place after the end of the original Marvel Comic, but in a [[splinter timeline]] that does not include the events of the Marvel UK-exclusive stories or Generation 2.}}
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===Animated continuity===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Jack Angel]] (US), [[Toshiro Ishii]] (Japan)

[[Image:Ramjetinpast.gif|150px|thumb|Ramjet could have been a great [[Wikipedia:Zinedine_Zidane#Confrontation_with_Marco_Materazzi|soccer player]].]]
Curiously enough, Ramjet often seemed to act as de facto leader of the [[Conehead]] [[Seeker]]s. Though only borderline competent, he was a serious enough warrior that it often fell on him to keep the two whiners Thrust and Dirge in line.

Once, Ramjet was thrown back into Medieval times and headbutted a knight, then participated in a jousting competition against [[Spike Witwicky|Spike]] and [[Warpath]]. Yay! {{Storylink|A Decepticon Raider in King Arthur's Court}}

Ramjet later participated in the [[Battle of Autobot City]], where he was shot by a high-jumping [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]]. Luckily he wasn't damaged enough by the blast to be tossed into space for being dead weight later on, and was present at [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]]'s crowning as the new Decepticon leader. Ramjet, or a random Decepticon jet with his color scheme, later flew into [[Unicron]]'s mouth and exploded.{{storylink|The Transformers: The Movie}}

Ramjet and Dirge were later hiding in [[Carbombya]], but were found out by [[Outback]] and his "[[Decepticon detector]]", and the two Seekers were interrogated to reveal the location of [[Chaar]].{{storylink|Five Faces of Darkness, Part 1}}

Ramjet was totally blownuptified when [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] decided to deal with him by chucking the conehead into a wall. Dude. {{Storylink|Five Faces of Darkness, Part 4}}

'''Note:''' ''The event above is highly disputable due to the animation errors that plagued the episode, and indeed, the rest of Season 3. Not to mention the fact that both Ramjet and Dirge (who appeared to die alongside him) appear in later episodes such as [[Thief in the Night]].

===Dreamwave continuity===

Ramjet joined [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] in his assault on the Autobot stronghold in [[Iacon]] shortly after the death of [[Sentinel Prime]]. He served under Shockwave whenever [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] happened to disappear, be it the Dark Ages or the loss of the [[Nemesis (G1)|Nemesis]]. After the [[Great Shutdown]], he continued working for Shockwave as one of his top agents, and joined his expedition to Earth to forcibly collect the crews of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]] and Nemesis. After Shockwave was dethroned, Ramjet escaped capture by Autobot authorities and met with Shockwave's remaining troops in the wastelands. They remained there until the [[Predacons (G1)|Predacons]] overthrew Shockwave in the name of Megatron, and Ramjet and the [[Conehead|Coneheads]] returned to his control.

===IDW comics continuity===
Ramjet was a member of the Earth-bound Decepticon unit. He fell out of favor with Megatron during the Decepticons' encounter with the [[Avengers]], but decided that Megatron traveling to Earth personally was an opportunity.{{storylink|New Avengers / Transformers|Man and Machine}}

Ramjet had aspirations to rule the universe and began to carry out a very ambitious plan to achieve this. With the help of duped humans, a sub-par facsimile, and his [[Mini-Constructicon]] units, he planned to acquire an Energon substitute, kill Megatron, destroy the United States, track and enslave all Cybertronians, mind-control the entire human race, and use a superstring [[space bridge]] to dominate the galaxy. Unfortunately, Megatron had a simpler plan: beat Ramjet to death, tear out his spark, scatter his dismembered corpse across the world, and keep his severed head as a trophy. {{storylink|Spotlight: Ramjet}}

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
* '''Ramjet''' (1985, 1986, 2001)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''D-56'''

[[Image:G1Ramjet_toy.jpg|left|thumb|'Conehead' or 'Not Conehead'?]]

: The original Ramjet toy was a [[retool]] of the ''[[Diaclone]]'' "Jet Robo Acrobat-Type" F-15 Eagle that was used for Starscream, [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]] and [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]], with new wings, and new bombs. He is otherwise identical to the other Decepticon jets aside from color.

: In robot mode his official instructions has the user pulling down his nose cone to complete his head transformation, like Starscream. However, Ramjet, as well as Thrust and Dirge's television incarnations depict them as having their heads untransformed, leaving a distinctive "conehead" shape to their appearance. This has led many owners to do the same thing, to differentiate the three later Decepticon jets from the three earlier ones.

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===Generation 2===
* '''Ramjet''' (1993, 1994)

[[Image:G2_Ramjet_toy.jpg|right|thumb|150px|'90s fashion victim.]]

: For the ''[[Generation 2]]'' line, Ramjet was redecoed with the purple replacing white, black replacing burgundy and light blue replacing the original black, leaving him to appear as if he were Skeletor's personal aircraft. Still, he features new firing missile launchers and a sound effects box which is mounted above his engines. These parts were also used on the ''Generation 2'' release of Starscream.

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===Classics===
* '''Ramjet''' (Deluxe, 2007)
[[Image:Classics_Ramjet_toy.jpg|left|thumb|200px|The flared pants raze strikes again]]

: ''[[Classics_(2006)|Classics]]'' Ramjet transforms into a modified fighter jet based off the hull of an F-15 Eagle. Like his original Generation 1 toy, he is a retool of Starscream, with a new nose cone/head, new wings and new projectiles for his missile launchers. Unlike Starscream, his shoulder movement is unimpeded due to a lack of wings behind his shoulders.

:As with most ''Classics toys'', he features a heat-sensitive [[rubsign]].

:Ramjet's instructions neglect a couple of features on his toy; the wings can swivel back and forth and up and down in robot mode, to better balance the figure, and the circular air intakes on his chest can swivel out in either mode. The latter is used to form landing gear in his vehicle mode, as it was in both Starscream and Skywarp.

:Ramjet was redecoed into [[Dirge (G1)|Dirge]] and retooled into [[Thrust (G1)|Thrust]] for the ''[[Classics (2006)|Classics]]''-themed [[BotCon 2007]]-exclusive ''[[Games of Deception]]'' box set.

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==Merchandise==
===Super Collection Figure===
* '''Ramjet''' (2003)
[[Image:SCFRamjet.jpg|right|thumb|111px|But he wasn't really the Pope, just an alien robot with a funny hat.]]

: During Act 6 of [[Takara]]'s ''[[Super Collection Figure]]'' line, Ramjet was released as a limited articulation PVC figurine not actually based upon his cartoon model, as he is a retool of Starscream with new wings and a new head. He also came with one of the parts to for a Build-a-Figure PVC figurine of [[Grand Maximus]].

===MyClone===
* '''Ramjet''' (2003)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''MTF016'''
[[Image:MyCloneRamjet.jpg|left|thumb|80px|Ever been headbutted by a chibi? It HURTS!]]

: ''[[MyClone]]'' Ramjet was released in the fifth series of the ''MyClone'' trading figure line, which was third and final series to feature ''Transformers'' characters. Following the ''MyClone'' aesthetic, he is a cutesy representation of Ramjet's animation model in super-deformed proportions. He features articulation in his head, shoulders, elbows, waist, hips and knees, all of the parts capable of being removed, then mixed and matched with any other ''MyClone'' figure.

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===3D Battle-Card Game===
*'''Ramjet''' (2007)

: A 34-point "common" character in the [[3D Battle-Card Game]]'s "Energon Wars" expansion, Ramjet "transforms" into a white and red jet, generally following his ''Classics'' deco scheme. He uses the same parts layout as [[Transformers (2007)|Movie]] [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] and [[Dreadwing (Movie)|Dreadwing]].

==Trivia==
* Ramjet's name makes sense for the character, as he's a jet that rams into things. However, real-world [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ramjet ramjets] are a specialized kind of jet engine with no moving parts. They have nothing to do with jets ramming into each other. And F-15s don't have 'em. His French-Canadian name is a [http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stator%C3%A9acteur reference to this kind of engine] and totally misses the English pun.
* Ramjet was supposed to appear in the [[Beast Wars (cartoon)|Beast Wars]] episode "[[Nemesis Part 2]]", alongside [[Thrust_(G1)|Thrust]] and [[Dirge_(G1)|Dirge]], and have a kickass mid-air fight scene with the [[Maximal|Maximals]], but this didn't happen due to budget constraints.
*Ramjet was robbed of his conehead in [[New Avengers / Transformers|Man and Machine]]. However, this proved to just be a mistake of the artist, as [[Spotlight: Ramjet]] depicted him in a form closely resembling his Classics toy.

==External links==
*[http://tfu.info/1985/Decepticon/Ramjet/ramjet.htm Ramjet at TFU.info]

*[http://www.ntfa.net/universe/english/index.php?act=view&char=Ramjet Ramjet's Universe profile at NTFA.net]

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Ramjet (G1)

2008-04-04T13:41:28Z

58.107.44.11: /* Generation 1 */ fixed mention that he died in Dark Star (he didn't, at least not on-panel), and Enemy Action appearance.

{{disambig3|Ramjet}}

:''Ramjet is a [[Decepticon]] in the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:RamjetG1.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Ramjet likes toast.]]

What can really be said about someone whose only idea of strategy is to smash into things with his head? In '''Ramjet'''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s defense he's specifically built to survive such midair collisions and his prey most definitely is not. The strategy can be frighteningly effective, since no one expects a fighter jet to ram them. Ramjet has a tendency to regard the sky as belonging only to him, and will frequently ram even neutral or friendly targets. Though he is built to take such hits frequent collisions and crashes can still take their toll on his internal mechanisms.

:''French-Canadian name'': '''Statoréacto'''
:''Italian name'': '''Nibbio'''

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
====Generation 1====
Until [[Straxus]] was assassinated, Ramjet worked under the Decepticon overlord on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. {{storylink|The Bridge to Nowhere!}} Soon after, Ramjet, [[Thrust (G1)|Thrust]], and [[Dirge (G1)|Dirge]] were given Earth jet forms specified by [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] and were recruited to the Decepticons' Earth forces over the [[Space Bridge]] when the Decepticons attempted to exploit [[Hoover Dam]] for energy. The [[Aerialbot]]s arrived to deal with them, but Ramjet scored first blood for the Decepticons by ramming [[Slingshot]] right out of the sky. His early victory didn't help Ramjet in his fight with [[Air Raid (G1)|Air Raid]], however, as the Autobot's torque rifle twisted his beautiful nosecone all out of shape. As the Aerialbots successfully reorganized, Ramjet led the Decepticon jets in a swift tactical advance to the rear. {{storylink|Aerialbots over America!}}

Ramjet was shuffled into the background as a series of revolving leaders left the Decepticon forces in constant chaos. Honestly, it was like they had to be nice to everyone, because you never knew who would decide to take over command next. ''He was among the Decepticons present when Galvatron attacked their [[Club Con|new underwater headquarters]], and appeared none-too-impressed with how [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] handled the matter. {{Storylink|Enemy Action!}}.'' Under [[Ratbat]], he was put to work transporting humans to the Decepticon's holiday resort for humans. {{Storylink|Club Con!}}

Ramjet isn't seen again in the G1 storyline after this, though it may be assumed that he was deactivated (off-panel) in one of the battles with [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] during the [[Underbase]] [[Dark Star!|crisis]], and is thus laid up in a Decepticon repair bay from then on.

====Generation 2====
[[Image:Ramjetg2comics.jpg|left|thumb|150px|Shouldn't he be teal now?]]
When [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] returned and overthrew [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]]'s command, Ramjet was aggravated that Megatron brought a revived [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] with him. Starscream was arrogant, loud, and would never shut up, so why didn't Megatron leave him dead? Seriously, what was Megatron's problem? {{storylink|The Gathering Darkness}}

Ramjet was among the Decepticons killed in the [[Swarm]]'s final attack on [[Autobase: Earth]]. {{storylink|A Rage in Heaven!}}

====Generation 2 (UK)====

Ramjet was sporting a new paintjob and an odd lack of cone when he joined Bludgeon's forces in attacking Earth. He was shot down in battle by Optimus Prime.

===Animated continuity===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Jack Angel]] (US), [[Toshiro Ishii]] (Japan)

[[Image:Ramjetinpast.gif|150px|thumb|Ramjet could have been a great [[Wikipedia:Zinedine_Zidane#Confrontation_with_Marco_Materazzi|soccer player]].]]
Curiously enough, Ramjet often seemed to act as de facto leader of the [[Conehead]] [[Seeker]]s. Though only borderline competent, he was a serious enough warrior that it often fell on him to keep the two whiners Thrust and Dirge in line.

Once, Ramjet was thrown back into Medieval times and headbutted a knight, then participated in a jousting competition against [[Spike Witwicky|Spike]] and [[Warpath]]. Yay! {{Storylink|A Decepticon Raider in King Arthur's Court}}

Ramjet later participated in the [[Battle of Autobot City]], where he was shot by a high-jumping [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]]. Luckily he wasn't damaged enough by the blast to be tossed into space for being dead weight later on, and was present at [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]]'s crowning as the new Decepticon leader. Ramjet, or a random Decepticon jet with his color scheme, later flew into [[Unicron]]'s mouth and exploded.{{storylink|The Transformers: The Movie}}

Ramjet and Dirge were later hiding in [[Carbombya]], but were found out by [[Outback]] and his "[[Decepticon detector]]", and the two Seekers were interrogated to reveal the location of [[Chaar]].{{storylink|Five Faces of Darkness, Part 1}}

Ramjet was totally blownuptified when [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] decided to deal with him by chucking the conehead into a wall. Dude. {{Storylink|Five Faces of Darkness, Part 4}}

'''Note:''' ''The event above is highly disputable due to the animation errors that plagued the episode, and indeed, the rest of Season 3. Not to mention the fact that both Ramjet and Dirge (who appeared to die alongside him) appear in later episodes such as [[Thief in the Night]].

===Dreamwave continuity===

Ramjet joined [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] in his assault on the Autobot stronghold in [[Iacon]] shortly after the death of [[Sentinel Prime]]. He served under Shockwave whenever [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] happened to disappear, be it the Dark Ages or the loss of the [[Nemesis (G1)|Nemesis]]. After the [[Great Shutdown]], he continued working for Shockwave as one of his top agents, and joined his expedition to Earth to forcibly collect the crews of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]] and Nemesis. After Shockwave was dethroned, Ramjet escaped capture by Autobot authorities and met with Shockwave's remaining troops in the wastelands. They remained there until the [[Predacons (G1)|Predacons]] overthrew Shockwave in the name of Megatron, and Ramjet and the [[Conehead|Coneheads]] returned to his control.

===IDW comics continuity===
Ramjet was a member of the Earth-bound Decepticon unit. He fell out of favor with Megatron during the Decepticons' encounter with the [[Avengers]], but decided that Megatron traveling to Earth personally was an opportunity.{{storylink|New Avengers / Transformers|Man and Machine}}

Ramjet had aspirations to rule the universe and began to carry out a very ambitious plan to achieve this. With the help of duped humans, a sub-par facsimile, and his [[Mini-Constructicon]] units, he planned to acquire an Energon substitute, kill Megatron, destroy the United States, track and enslave all Cybertronians, mind-control the entire human race, and use a superstring [[space bridge]] to dominate the galaxy. Unfortunately, Megatron had a simpler plan: beat Ramjet to death, tear out his spark, scatter his dismembered corpse across the world, and keep his severed head as a trophy. {{storylink|Spotlight: Ramjet}}

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
* '''Ramjet''' (1985, 1986, 2001)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''D-56'''

[[Image:G1Ramjet_toy.jpg|left|thumb|'Conehead' or 'Not Conehead'?]]

: The original Ramjet toy was a [[retool]] of the ''[[Diaclone]]'' "Jet Robo Acrobat-Type" F-15 Eagle that was used for Starscream, [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]] and [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]], with new wings, and new bombs. He is otherwise identical to the other Decepticon jets aside from color.

: In robot mode his official instructions has the user pulling down his nose cone to complete his head transformation, like Starscream. However, Ramjet, as well as Thrust and Dirge's television incarnations depict them as having their heads untransformed, leaving a distinctive "conehead" shape to their appearance. This has led many owners to do the same thing, to differentiate the three later Decepticon jets from the three earlier ones.

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===Generation 2===
* '''Ramjet''' (1993, 1994)

[[Image:G2_Ramjet_toy.jpg|right|thumb|150px|'90s fashion victim.]]

: For the ''[[Generation 2]]'' line, Ramjet was redecoed with the purple replacing white, black replacing burgundy and light blue replacing the original black, leaving him to appear as if he were Skeletor's personal aircraft. Still, he features new firing missile launchers and a sound effects box which is mounted above his engines. These parts were also used on the ''Generation 2'' release of Starscream.

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===Classics===
* '''Ramjet''' (Deluxe, 2007)
[[Image:Classics_Ramjet_toy.jpg|left|thumb|200px|The flared pants raze strikes again]]

: ''[[Classics_(2006)|Classics]]'' Ramjet transforms into a modified fighter jet based off the hull of an F-15 Eagle. Like his original Generation 1 toy, he is a retool of Starscream, with a new nose cone/head, new wings and new projectiles for his missile launchers. Unlike Starscream, his shoulder movement is unimpeded due to a lack of wings behind his shoulders.

:As with most ''Classics toys'', he features a heat-sensitive [[rubsign]].

:Ramjet's instructions neglect a couple of features on his toy; the wings can swivel back and forth and up and down in robot mode, to better balance the figure, and the circular air intakes on his chest can swivel out in either mode. The latter is used to form landing gear in his vehicle mode, as it was in both Starscream and Skywarp.

:Ramjet was redecoed into [[Dirge (G1)|Dirge]] and retooled into [[Thrust (G1)|Thrust]] for the ''[[Classics (2006)|Classics]]''-themed [[BotCon 2007]]-exclusive ''[[Games of Deception]]'' box set.

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==Merchandise==
===Super Collection Figure===
* '''Ramjet''' (2003)
[[Image:SCFRamjet.jpg|right|thumb|111px|But he wasn't really the Pope, just an alien robot with a funny hat.]]

: During Act 6 of [[Takara]]'s ''[[Super Collection Figure]]'' line, Ramjet was released as a limited articulation PVC figurine not actually based upon his cartoon model, as he is a retool of Starscream with new wings and a new head. He also came with one of the parts to for a Build-a-Figure PVC figurine of [[Grand Maximus]].

===MyClone===
* '''Ramjet''' (2003)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''MTF016'''
[[Image:MyCloneRamjet.jpg|left|thumb|80px|Ever been headbutted by a chibi? It HURTS!]]

: ''[[MyClone]]'' Ramjet was released in the fifth series of the ''MyClone'' trading figure line, which was third and final series to feature ''Transformers'' characters. Following the ''MyClone'' aesthetic, he is a cutesy representation of Ramjet's animation model in super-deformed proportions. He features articulation in his head, shoulders, elbows, waist, hips and knees, all of the parts capable of being removed, then mixed and matched with any other ''MyClone'' figure.

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===3D Battle-Card Game===
*'''Ramjet''' (2007)

: A 34-point "common" character in the [[3D Battle-Card Game]]'s "Energon Wars" expansion, Ramjet "transforms" into a white and red jet, generally following his ''Classics'' deco scheme. He uses the same parts layout as [[Transformers (2007)|Movie]] [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] and [[Dreadwing (Movie)|Dreadwing]].

==Trivia==
* Ramjet's name makes sense for the character, as he's a jet that rams into things. However, real-world [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ramjet ramjets] are a specialized kind of jet engine with no moving parts. They have nothing to do with jets ramming into each other. And F-15s don't have 'em. His French-Canadian name is a [http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stator%C3%A9acteur reference to this kind of engine] and totally misses the English pun.
* Ramjet was supposed to appear in the [[Beast Wars (cartoon)|Beast Wars]] episode "[[Nemesis Part 2]]", alongside [[Thrust_(G1)|Thrust]] and [[Dirge_(G1)|Dirge]], and have a kickass mid-air fight scene with the [[Maximal|Maximals]], but this didn't happen due to budget constraints.
*Ramjet was robbed of his conehead in [[New Avengers / Transformers|Man and Machine]]. However, this proved to just be a mistake of the artist, as [[Spotlight: Ramjet]] depicted him in a form closely resembling his Classics toy.

==External links==
*[http://tfu.info/1985/Decepticon/Ramjet/ramjet.htm Ramjet at TFU.info]

*[http://www.ntfa.net/universe/english/index.php?act=view&char=Ramjet Ramjet's Universe profile at NTFA.net]

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Thrust (G1)

2008-04-04T13:30:19Z

58.107.44.11: /* Generation 1 */ fixed mention of Thrust being deactivated during Underbase when he isn't seen to be and added Enemy Action! appearance

{{disambig3|Thrust}}

:''Thrust is a [[Decepticon]] in the [[Generation 1]] continuity family.''

[[Image:ThrustCartoon1.jpg |right|300px|thumb|Thrust in his "About to Crush [[Chip Chase|a Kid in a Wheelchair]]" pose.]]

'''Thrust''' wants you to know he's coming. (Let's ignore the double-double entendre that comes from that.) The other Decepticons have learned there's no being sneaky when he's around. He's a loud-mouthed braggart who will claim victory before he's even taken the field. He tries to terrify and demoralize the enemy with loud rumbling roars from his engines and boasts from his vocal circuits. The truth is that Thrust is mostly bluster with little to back it up. Any sort of strong resistance can send him flying back the way he came.
{{quote|You pile of reject parts!|[[Chip Chase]] accurately sums up Thrust's worth|"[[Megatron's Master Plan, Part 2]]"}}

:''French-Canadian name'': '''Fatalo'''
:''Italian name'': '''Rapax'''

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
====Generation 1====
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Thrust served Lord [[Straxus]] on Cybertron, operating out of the massive tower [[Darkmount]] in [[Polyhex]]. ''He was one of the elite warriors targeted by the [[Wrecker]]s in [[Operation: Volcano]], but narrowly avoided his fate after a call from [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] summoned the Decepticons away from the lure [[Impactor]] and his team had put out. {{Storylink|Target 2006}}'' As Megatron and Straxus began a partnership to share resources between Earth and Cybertron, Thrust was reformatted and sent to Earth along with [[Ramjet (G1)|Ramjet]] and [[Dirge (G1)|Dirge]] to supervise a massive drilling operation designed to suck the power out of Hoover Dam. Their operation was invaded by the [[Aerialbot]]s, but Thrust turned his disruptor engines on [[Skydive (G1 Aerialbot)|Skydive]], forcing him to ground. Still, the Autobots outnumbered the Seekers and soon forced them into retreat. {{Storylink|Aerialbots over America!}}

Thrust and his comrades began working on Earth full time afterwards, first for Megatron, then [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], and finally [[Ratbat]]. He participated in an ill-fated raid on a fleshling oil tanker alongside [[Ramjet (G1)|Ramjet]], [[Vortex]] and the [[Insecticon (G1)|Insecticon]]s. The heist went off without a hitch... except that the tanker had already emptied its cargo. Not the Decepticons' finest moment. {{storylink|Buster Witwicky and the Car Wash of Doom}} ''He is among the Decepticons present when Galvatron attacks their [[Club Con|new underwater headquarters]], and is none-too-impressed with how Shockwave handles things, it seems. {{Storylink|Enemy Action!}}.'' Later, he was part of the Decepticons' major assault on the Autobots on the surface of the moon. He was disabled (and seemingly explodes) due to a blast from [[Blaster]]'s [[electro-scrambler gun]] during the battle. {{Storylink|Totaled!}} Thrust is glimpsed later, however, transporting humans to the Decepticon's holiday resort. {{Storylink|Club Con!}}

Thrust disappears after this, though it may be that he was deactivated (off-panel) in one of the battles with [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] during the [[Underbase]] crisis, and is thus laid up in a Decepticon repair bay from then on.

=====Marvel UK future timelines=====

''By 2008, Thrust had risen in the Decepticon ranks to become leader of his own albeit unidentified team. At [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]]'s command, he led them to a planned assault on the Autobots, only to be intercepted by [[Quintesson]] shock troopers and [[Trident]] assault craft. The Decepticons were forced to join forces with their Autobot opponents in order to chase the Quintessons off Cybertron. Thrust was last seen pursuing the remaining Quint ships as they fled atmosphere. {{storylink|Space Pirates!}}''

====Classics====

More than fifteen years after last being seen, Thrust turned up as a soldier under [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]]'s overall command, assigned to work with the mysterious [[Bug Bite]] on Earth along with Dirge and several others. {{Storylink|Games of Deception}}

===Animated continuity===
:''Voice actor: [[Ed Gilbert]] (US), ? (Japan)''

When the mighty Autobot [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] relocated to the time-displaced prehistoric Dinobot Island, Thrust was one of several Decepticon warriors who accompanied [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] to the island in the hopes of exploiting the island's vast energy resources. After the Dinobots made their presence known, Thrust stood by to guard the [[energon cube]]s while Megatron conspired to eliminate their adversaries. {{Storylink|Dinobot Island, Part 1}} When the Dinobots later convinced the native [[Dinosaur]]s to attack the Decepticons, Thrust and Ramjet were trampled in a stampede. Ouchies. {{storylink|Dinobot Island, Part 2}}

After Megatron sucessfully took control of [[Central City]] by manipulating his ally [[Shawn Berger]] and the other humans, Thrust was tasked with capturing the escaped human slave [[Chip Chase]]. He chased the human into the Autobot base and seemingly prevented Chip from saving the Autobots from a collision course into the sun by destroying [[Teletraan I]], but actually unwittingly saved his enemies by shutting off the autopilot that was navigating their doomed ship. Thrust attempted to crush Chip before securing him in his jet cockpit and returning the human to the power plant, where he had his [[after burner]] handed to him by the [[Autobot]]s. {{Storylink|Megatron's Master Plan, Part 2}}

Unlike virtually every other Decepticon in existence, Thrust seemed to possess no dreams of personal power. After uncovering a secret supply of the element [[electrum]], which made him invincible, Thrust ran right to Megatron and informed him of the pool instead of using it for his own gain. Maybe he's just too stupid to dream of greater glory. It has [[Scorponok (BW)|happened]] [[Demolishor|before]]. {{Storylink|The Golden Lagoon}}

Thrust's cowardice was legendary among the Decepticons, and they frequently had to put him in his place whenever his bluster became too unbearable. He was particularly insipid on one occasion when he, [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] and [[Astrotrain]] came to Saturn's moon of [[Titan]] hunting the Autobot [[Cosmos]]. When Astrotrain took advantage of the superstitious locals to force them into serving him as "greatest of the [[Sky God]]s", Thrust quickly fell into the role of lackey instead of challenging Astrotrain like Starscream did. Later, when the Autobots [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]] and [[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor]] arrived and engaged the two [[Seeker]]s, Thrust was quick to flee rather than face even odds in battle. Finally, when the Autobots' transport [[Omega Supreme (G1)|Omega Supreme]] was repaired, Thrust voiced the Decepticons' slim chances at survival and they beat a hasty retreat. Not an unreasonable course of action, really -- it seems a coward is a useful point of view to consult during warfare. {{Storylink|The God Gambit}}

Of course, Thrust also isn't much of a people person either. Megatron once gave him the simple task of explaining to the [[Insecticon (G1)|Insecticon]]s that the Autobots had acquired some [[robotic insecticide]] to use against them, and that they were to stay clear of the battle until Megatron and his Decepticons could destroy the weapon. Megatron actually planned to horde the insecticide as a failsafe for himself, naturally, but he didn't tell Thrust that. The [[Conehead]]'s delivery of the message lacked the slightest trace of sincerity, and the Insecticons flew off that very instant to intercept the Decepticons. A future in politics, Thrust does not have. {{Storylink|Quest for Survival}}

During the Decepticons' attack on [[Autobot City]] in [[2005]], he had the distinction of being the first Decepticon to be run over by [[Optimus Prime]]. Ouch. {{Storylink|The Transformers: The Movie}}

===Devil's Due ''G.I. Joe vs the Transformers'' comics continuity===
As part of [[Serpent O.R.]]'s forces, Thrust defended the newly unified Decepticon army's base against a combined Autobot/[[G.I. Joe]] strike force. In the course of the battle, he and [[Barrage (Insecticon)|Barrage]] were shot by [[Lady Jaye]]. {{storylink|The Art of War, Part 5}}

===Dreamwave continuity===

Thrust was one of many Decepticon warriors who joined Shockwave in the assault on [[Iacon]] shortly after [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] rose to power. {{Storylink|The War Within}} He was relatively loyal to [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], and served under the one-eyed tactician during the Dark Ages when Megatron was AWOL, and then again after the [[Nemesis]] vanished in deep space. {{Storylink|The War Within: The Dark Ages}}

After the [[Great Shutdown]], Thrust continued serving under Shockwave's command on Cybertron, after the Autobots and Decepticons unified their efforts to control the planet and consolidate on energon reserves. He was one of a select group of Decepticons chosen by [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] to be "rehabilitated", and operated under the Autobot's direction when they traveled to Earth to collect the Ark and Nemesis' crews. {{Storylink|Brothers' Burden}} After the Autobots uncovered Shockwave's malevolent plans for the future, the war began anew and Thrust fled to the wastelands with a small contingent of Shockwave's forces. They were assimilated into Megatron's command once the great Decepticon leader returned with the Predacons and imposed his will on Shockwave. {{Storylink|Lost and Found}}

===IDW comics continuity===
[[Image:Stormbringer2_NebulosDecepticons1.jpg|thumb|left|200px|"I'm too big to emerge through YOUR '''''foldspace transition'''''."]]

Thrust was a part of [[Darkwing]]'s command on the planet [[Nebulos]] when the [[Pretender]] [[Thunderwing (G1)|Thunderwing]] attacked the planet. {{Storylink|Stormbringer issue 2}} Though he was eager to join the fight, Thrust was instead put in charge of the hidden Decepticon command bunker for two purposes. First, to alert Megatron of the reborn threat of Thunderwing. Second, to destroy the bunker, leaving no trace of their presence. Thrust presumingly did both as Darkwing told Dreadwind that they were picking the seeker up before leaving the planet. {{storylink|Stormbringer issue 3}}

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==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Thrust''' (1985, 2001, 2004)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''D-57'''

[[Image:G1Thrust_toy.jpg|left|thumb|Conehead without the cone]]

: The ''Generation 1'' Thrust toy is a retool of the original [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], who was originally a [[Diaclone]] "Jet Robo Acrobat-Type" F-15 Eagle. His central F-15 body is unchanged, but he has new wings with ducted VTOL fans, and new rear stabilizers. Unlike Dirge and Ramjet, Thrust retained the launchers, null-ray lasers and cluster bombs projectiles used in Starscream, [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]] and [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]].

:In robot mode his official instructions have the user pulling down his nose cone to complete his head transformation, like Starscream. However, Thrust's television incarnation (like Ramjet and Dirge) depicts him as having his head untransformed, giving a distinctive 'conehead' shape. This has led many owners to do the same thing, differentiating the three later Decepticon jets from the three earlier ones.

===Smallest Transformers===
*'''Thrust''' (2003)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''GTF-11'''
[[Image:STFThrust_toy.jpg|right|thumb|150px|He still missing his cone.]]

: ''[[Smallest Transformers]]'' Thrust is a retool of Starscream. Like all toys in the line, Thrust is a tiny, simplified version of the original toy, transforming into a modified F-15 fighter jet. These toys were sold "blind-packed" in boxes, so you could not know which one you had until you actually opened the box.

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===Timelines===
*'''Games of Deception!''' (Multi-pack, 2007)

[[Image:Classics_Thrust_Toy.jpg|left|thumb|200px|Unlike his fellow coneheads, Thrust likes to wear his wings up.]]

: Thrust is part of the ''[[Classics (2006)|Classics]]''-themed [[BotCon 2007]] box set, along with [[Bugbite]], [[Dirge (G1)|Dirge]], [[Dreadwind (G1)|Dreadwind]], and [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]]. He is a [[retool]] of the ''Classics'' Ramjet toy.

: Thrust was retooled to have two new wings and horizontal stabilizers from Ramjet. He is the first Botcon toy to have a retool that affects transformation.

: As with most ''Classics toys'', he features a heat-sensitive [[rubsign]].

: There were 1500 Classics Thrust figures produced.

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==Trivia==
* Thrust is one of the few Decepticons from the ''Generation 1'' cartoon who didn't have red eyes. He had yellow eyes instead.
* Classics Thrust is one of the only modern Hasbro produced figures to have label stickers.

==External links==
*[http://tfu.info/1985/Decepticon/Thrust/thrust.htm Thrust at TFU.info]

*[http://ntfa.net/universe/english/index.php?act=view&char=Thrust Thrust's Universe profile at NTFA.net]

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Huffer (G1)

2008-04-04T12:23:43Z

58.107.44.11: /* Marvel Comics continuity */

{{picsneeded|Fictional appearances}}

:''Huffer is an [[Autobot]] character in the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:Hufferg1.jpg|right|250px|thumb|"Here I am, brain the size of a planet, and they want me fight a [[Great War|war]] on [[Earth|some backwater redneck dirt planet]]. You call that job satisfaction? 'Cause I don't."]]

To say that '''Huffer''' is cranky is an understatement. Huffer's the poster boy for whiney pessimism. He complains and grumbles his way through every day, especially since he's been shipwrecked on Earth. If he thought his existence was unbearable before, it's intolerable now, and he'll certainly let you know. There is no light in his dark hours...which is all the time.

Despite what a joy he is to be around, he's very effective at his job. A construction engineer, he can whip up anything of any complexity. Unfortunately, he'll be kicking and screaming the whole way.

{{quote|Oh, I say we leave right now and forget about traipsing after the stupid Decepticons.|Huffer's first line|[[The Transformers (comic issue)]]}}

:''Japanese name:'' '''Drag''' (do-ra-ggu, ドラッグ)
:''Hungarian name:'' '''Fortyogó''' ("Ebullier")
:''Greek name:'' '''Gigantas''' (Γίγαντας)
:''French-Canadian name:'' '''Grognon'''
:''Italian name:'' '''Turbo'''
:''Russian name:'' '''Nitik''' (Нытик, Whiner)

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
{{noteukonly}}
[[Image:Huffermarvel1.jpg|100px|left|thumb|AAAH! MONSTER!]]

Among several selected by [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] to clear a path for their planet, [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], through an asteroid field, Huffer lay dormant on [[Earth]] after a Decepticon attack which forced both sides to crash land. Four million years later, he and the others were awoken, and Huffer was rebuilt to transform into an Earth-style truck cab. He immediately wanted to go home. Sadly, his solicited assessment of the Ark's condition was bleak, and he feared he'd be "stranded on this scrapball forever." {{storylink|The Transformers (comic issue)|The Transformers}}

Their new human comrade, [[Sparkplug Witwicky]], was captured by the Decepticons to convert Earth fuel into something Transformers can use, but after he was rescued, it was learned that Sparkplug had given the Decepticons what they had wanted. Before further explanation could be made, Huffer demanded the "traitor" be punished. While Huffer and [[Ironhide (G1)|Ironhide]] bickered, Sparkplug made his shortlived escape; [[Jazz]] tried to stop him with a wall of flame, but the aged human suffered a heart attack. {{storylink|The Last Stand!}}

''Huffer was one of the Autobots who "fell before the might" of [[Laserbeak (G1)|Laserbeak]] during a surprise attack on the Ark by Megatron and his Decepticons. After Megatron and Optimus Prime accidentally awakened the Ark's central computer system, [[Auntie]], Huffer -- as well as nearly everyone else on board -- was suddenly magnetically sealed to its walls. After some teamwork, everyone was set free, and the Decepticons were ejected from the Ark. {{storylink|Raiders of the Last Ark}}''

Huffer caught [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]]'s attention to relay a message for [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]]. In the memory banks of the ''[[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'''s computers, Ratchet had discovered evidence of a battle between [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] and the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobot]]s in the [[Savage Land]] four million years ago. However, with Autobot fuel reserves being so low, Optimus determined that the fates of Shockwave and the Dinobots mattered little at that moment. No, that wouldn't come back to bite him ''at all''.

Low on fuel, the Autobots used the [[Tubes of Transference]] to donate what energy the group had to its five mightiest warriors. Huffer was one of the five selected for this "last stand," and though he suffered a strafing from [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], he survived through the bitter end to victory. ...for five seconds, before [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] arrived and blew them all away. Thanks, Optimus. Thanks a lot. {{storylink|The Last Stand!}}

Afterwards, Huffer's body spent a while strung up from the Ark's ceiling. Typical. {{storylink|The New Order!}}

[[Image:Hufferbomberbill.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Complaining is Job One.]]
After Ratchet retook the Ark and repaired everyone, Huffer complained of being homesick for his homeworld of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] and was obsessed with returning home to the point of distraction from his real duties. [[Prowl]], giving a tour to the [[human]] industrialist [[G.B. Blackrock]], was annoyed to find Huffer not rebuilding their communication center's [[ultra-frequency monitoring]], but tinkering instead with the [[transdimensional radiowave scrambler]] in hopes of contacting Cybertron. Prowl thought getting him out of the ''Ark'' would do him some good, so he sent Huffer on a mission to disrupt a Decepticon operation. En route, Huffer met with a trucker, [[Bomber Bill]], who was also homesick, due to the Decepticons nabbing his truck. The Decepticons, ironically, were up to building a transdimensional radiowave scrambler of their own, and Huffer was forced to choose between destroying the communications device, thus severing contact with his homeworld, or allowing the Decepticons to contact their brethren on Cybertron, ensuring enemy reinforcements would spill over onto Earth and thus spelling certain doom. Huffer ultimately made the right choice, but he hated it. Loudly. {{storylink|The Next Best Thing to Being There!}}

Using an eavesdropping system Huffer and Blackrock had set up previously, the Autobots were able to overhear Shockwave's plans to drop the captured head of their leader, Optimus Prime, in a nearby swamp. Huffer was charged with towing Prime's body to the location. However, the head was actually a decoy head, which, when attached to the body, caused it to go on a murderous rampage. And then the Decepticons showed up! It took entirely too long for the real head to show up, allowing Prime to save from certain doom the few who remained functional. {{storylink|Prime Time!}}

''During the Dinobot Hunt, Huffer was sent with [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]] and [[Bluestreak]] to Doonstown to capture the berserk [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]]. What they found instead was Grimlock and [[Sludge (G1)|Sludge]] locked in battle. Bluestreak was deactivated before the team could react, and when Huffer tried to wrangle the two crazed Dinobots, he was caught between them and rendered non-functional too. Just for trying to help, sheesh! {{Storylink|Dinobot Hunt}}''

Huffer was not seen in action for some time after this, until he was shown among the the Earth-bound Autobots who witnessed the battle between [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] and [[Blaster]] for Autobot leadership on [[Earth]]'s [[Moon (moon)|moon]]. {{storylink|Totaled!}}

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====Classics====

{{note|The ''[[Classics (2006)|Classics]]'' story takes place in a post-Marvel Generation 1 comics universe where ''[[Generation 2]]'' did not happen.}}

Fifteen years after the Autobot/Decepticon war ended on [[Klo]], Huffer was part of Grimlock's crew on the ''[[Graviton (Classics)|Graviton]]''. His attitude towards Earth had not improved with age. While pursuing [[Bug Bite]]'s Decepticons, ultimately finding them back on Earth, [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] ordered Huffer to stay onboard the ''Graviton'' and keep an eye on both [[Bug Bite]]'s ship (with orders to blow it out of the sky if it moved) and on [[Tyrannitron]] (with orders to keep him from "eating something important") while the rest of the Autobots went planetside. Just great. A brilliant engineer having to sit and petsit [[Snarl (G1)|Snarl]]'s gun. {{storylink|Games of Deception}}

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===Animated continuity===
:''Voice actor:'' [[John Stephenson]] (English), [[Yutaka Shimaka]] (Japan)

Huffer was part of the original crew of ''[[Ark]]''-based Autobots who crashed on Earth four million years ago. In 1984, he awoke and was reformatted into a mini semi truck cab. An engineer and not a warrior, Huffer loathed combat and hated being stationed on Earth as he longed to return to Cybertron. [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] would often have to motivate Huffer, reminding him to remain courageous in the long fight. During one of the first engagements on Earth, where the Autobots attempted to stop the Decepticons from attacking an off-shore oil rig, Huffer was trapped in the debris. [[Brawn (G1)|Brawn]] came to his rescue, cutting Huffer loose from the wreckage.

[[Image:Hufferg1animated.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Great choice in cheerleaders, Prime.]]

Damaged in a fall from the top of the [[Ruby Crystal Mines of Burma]], Optimus Prime was encouraged by Huffer, [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]], and [[Gears]] as he painfully tried to transform back into robot mode. {{Storylink|More Than Meets the Eye, Part 2}}

When [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] authorized [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] and [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] to build robot dinosaurs, Huffer insisted that this was a waste of time. After the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] were completed and unveiled, Huffer remarked, "Dino''bots''? I thought you were supposed to make Dino''saurs''!" and laughed. This was followed by an awkward silence. {{Storylink|S.O.S. Dinobots}}

Prime was ever accident-prone, though, and after being beaten down by Megatron and again struggling to transform, Huffer was helpful enough to tow Prime's trailer back to the base. Prime told Huffer that he was a true friend. But then, Prime considers all the Autobots his friends, so it might not be saying much. {{Storylink|Heavy Metal War}}

Later, Huffer denounced [[Spike Witwicky|Spike]] and [[Chip Chase|Chip]]'s idea for the Autobots to participate in a charity race, and stayed at the base with Wheeljack, Ratchet, and Brawn. His bad feelings turned out to be well founded when Megatron used the [[Transfixatron]] to lock the Autobots in [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]]. Huffer's dour attitude was so annoying that Brawn nearly bear hugged him to death. {{storylink|The Autobot Run}}

Though his death was never depicted, Huffer's grave is later mentioned amongst those of the other Autobots who died during the [[Battle of Autobot City|attack]] on [[Autobot City]] aboard their interstellar mausoleum. Along with the mausoleum itself, Huffer's remains were later plunged into a red sun as a side-effect of a [[Quintesson]] plot. {{Storylink|Dark Awakening}}

Bummer.

There are rumors that Huffer actually [[:Image:DeceptiBrawn1.jpg|survived.]] Perhaps his near death experience gave him a new outlook and appreciation for life.

Probably not.

===Dreamwave comics continuity===
Huffer was a part of the crew onboard the ''[[Ark]]'' when it crashed into [[Earth]] four million years ago while clearing an asteroid in the path of Cybertron.

He was one of many Transformers captured and reprogrammed by arms dealer [[Lazarus|Adam 'Lazarus' Rook]] for lease to terrorist organisations and shady governments requiring brutal military might. Fortunately, Autobots under the command of Optimus Prime repaired and re-reprogrammed Huffer and the remaining captive Autobots. Immediately, they were put to work on fighting Megatron's metallic virus which had spread deep into Canadian territory. Huffer was seen to be very gung-ho about starting the blasting process when Wheeljack cautioned the group that the anti-virus requires converting their own interal energy, and he needed complete commitment from them if his plan was to suceed. {{Storylink|Prime Directive, Part 5}}

Soon, the Canadian military arrived. Unfortunately, due to the recent attacks by both enslaved Autobots and Decepticons under the command of Rook, the Canadians attempted to stop the Autobots doing what they percieved to be an attack on their soil. When Wheeljack tied to explain what they were doing (in a rather agressive manner), the Canadians soldiers panicked and fired upon the Autobots. Huffer was blasted by a tank shell while trying to aid the fallen Wheeljack. {{Storylink|Prime Directive, Part 6}}

When [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] and the united Cybertronians arrived on Earth, Huffer was one of the Autobots who accompanied Optimus Prime back to Cybertron. He joined up with the insurgency groups under [[Smokescreen (G1)|Smokescreen]] and [[Hot Rod]]'s command, and he and the Ark's crew brought down [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]'s regime. {{Storylink|War and Peace}} After the revolution, [[Prowl (G1)|Prowl]] conceived of a new Autobot City constructed on Earth as their new base of operations. He requisitioned the reluctant Huffer to leave his Beloved Cybertron (TM) to contribute his construction engineering skills to the city's design. {{Storylink|Lost and Found}}

===IDW comics continuity===
Huffer was one of the manual laborers seen disputing the Senate's attempts to automate their trade with drones. {{Storylink|Megatron Origin, Part 2}} Unlike many workers, Huffer did not join up with the Decepticon movement, but instead would eventually side with the Autobots. After the Battle of [[Thunderhead Pass]], Huffer was one of many Autobots engaged in trench warfare over what remained of their destabilized home planet. {{storylink|Spotlight: Blaster}}

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==Toys==
===Generation 1===
* '''Huffer''' (Mini Vehicle, 1984/1985)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''14'''

[[Image:G1Huffer_toy.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Oh, they gave me a [[mouthplate]]. I don't have a mouthplate.]]

:Huffer was part of the original 1984 assortment of Autobot [[Mini Vehicle]]s. His mold was originally used for the ''[[Microchange]]'' series of toys as an "American" truck. The ''Microchange'' toyline was meant to depict robots that transformed into toy cars, which accounts for the somewhat cartoonish proportions of Huffer's vehicle modes. In 1985, Huffer's rooftop [[faction symbol]] decal was replaced by a [[rubsign]].

: This mold was used to make [[Pipes]]; for the [[Hasbro]] line it was extensively [[retool]]ed, while in Mexico and some European markets, it was straight-[[redeco]]ed.

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*'''Minibot Team''' (Multi-pack, 2004)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''TFC-12'''

: Huffer was reissued in a "[[Transformers Collection]]" six-pack with [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]], [[Cosmos]], [[Gears]], [[Powerglide]] and [[Warpath]]. There are no notable differences between the original and the reissue versions.

: This entire set was redecoed to make the [[G1 GoBots]] set; Huffer was used to make [[Road Ranger]].

===Classics===
*'''Huffer''' (Scout, 2007)

[[Image:Botcon_Huffer_toy.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Almost fits...TOO well...]]

: Sold together in a bag with [[Springer]] and their instructions and bio cards, Huffer is a ''Classics''-themed [[BotCon 2007]] attendee [[exclusive]]. An orange and blue [[redeco]] of the ''[[Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' [[Armorhide (Cybertron)|Armorhide]] toy, Huffer transforms into a semi tractor-trailer cab with hook-crane attachment. Plugging a [[Cyber Planet Key]] into the back of his cab flips his grill down, exposing a rack of eight (non-firing) missiles. This feature is also available in his robot mode. Huffer can store a Cyber Planet Key using tabs on his hook-crane/rifle, and came with a silver-bordered translucent orange [[Earth]] Key.

: This mold was also used to make [[Movie (toyline)|Movie]] [[Armorhide (Movie)|Armorhide]].

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==Trivia==
*It has been speculated by some fans that, in the animated continuity, Huffer may have been created from Orion Pax's friend [[Dion]], the same way and at the same time Prime and [[Elita One (G1)|Elita One]] were rebuilt by [[Alpha Trion]].
{{note|For further elaboration, see [[Dion#Who_is_Dion.3F|Who is Dion?]]}}

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==External links==
* [http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Huffer/huffer.htm Huffer at TFU.info]

*[http://www.ntfa.net/universe/english/index.php?act=view&char=Huffer Huffer's Universe profile at NTFA.net]

[[Category: Autobots]]
[[Category: Engineers]]
[[Category: Generation 1 characters]]
[[Category: Mini Vehicles]]
[[Category: Timelines characters]]

Huffer (G1)

2008-04-04T12:22:16Z

58.107.44.11: /* Marvel Comics continuity */ added details on Dinobot Hunt injury

{{picsneeded|Fictional appearances}}

:''Huffer is an [[Autobot]] character in the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:Hufferg1.jpg|right|250px|thumb|"Here I am, brain the size of a planet, and they want me fight a [[Great War|war]] on [[Earth|some backwater redneck dirt planet]]. You call that job satisfaction? 'Cause I don't."]]

To say that '''Huffer''' is cranky is an understatement. Huffer's the poster boy for whiney pessimism. He complains and grumbles his way through every day, especially since he's been shipwrecked on Earth. If he thought his existence was unbearable before, it's intolerable now, and he'll certainly let you know. There is no light in his dark hours...which is all the time.

Despite what a joy he is to be around, he's very effective at his job. A construction engineer, he can whip up anything of any complexity. Unfortunately, he'll be kicking and screaming the whole way.

{{quote|Oh, I say we leave right now and forget about traipsing after the stupid Decepticons.|Huffer's first line|[[The Transformers (comic issue)]]}}

:''Japanese name:'' '''Drag''' (do-ra-ggu, ドラッグ)
:''Hungarian name:'' '''Fortyogó''' ("Ebullier")
:''Greek name:'' '''Gigantas''' (Γίγαντας)
:''French-Canadian name:'' '''Grognon'''
:''Italian name:'' '''Turbo'''
:''Russian name:'' '''Nitik''' (Нытик, Whiner)

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
{{noteukonly}}
[[Image:Huffermarvel1.jpg|100px|left|thumb|AAAH! MONSTER!]]

Among several selected by [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] to clear a path for their planet, [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], through an asteroid field, Huffer lay dormant on [[Earth]] after a Decepticon attack which forced both sides to crash land. Four million years later, he and the others were awoken, and Huffer was rebuilt to transform into an Earth-style truck cab. He immediately wanted to go home. Sadly, his solicited assessment of the Ark's condition was bleak, and he feared he'd be "stranded on this scrapball forever." {{storylink|The Transformers (comic issue)|The Transformers}}

Their new human comrade, [[Sparkplug Witwicky]], was captured by the Decepticons to convert Earth fuel into something Transformers can use, but after he was rescued, it was learned that Sparkplug had given the Decepticons what they had wanted. Before further explanation could be made, Huffer demanded the "traitor" be punished. While Huffer and [[Ironhide (G1)|Ironhide]] bickered, Sparkplug made his shortlived escape; [[Jazz]] tried to stop him with a wall of flame, but the aged human suffered a heart attack. {{storylink|The Last Stand!}}

''Huffer was one of the Autobots who "fell before the might" of [[Laserbeak (G1)|Laserbeak]] during a surprise attack on the Ark by Megatron and his Decepticons. After Megatron and Optimus Prime accidentally awakened the Ark's central computer system, [[Auntie]], Huffer -- as well as nearly everyone else on board -- was suddenly magnetically sealed to its walls. After some teamwork, everyone was set free, and the Decepticons were ejected from the Ark. {{storylink|Raiders of the Last Ark}}''

Huffer caught [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]]'s attention to relay a message for [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]]. In the memory banks of the ''[[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'''s computers, Ratchet had discovered evidence of a battle between [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] and the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobot]]s in the [[Savage Land]] four million years ago. However, with Autobot fuel reserves being so low, Optimus determined that the fates of Shockwave and the Dinobots mattered little at that moment. No, that wouldn't come back to bite him ''at all''.

Low on fuel, the Autobots used the [[Tubes of Transference]] to donate what energy the group had to its five mightiest warriors. Huffer was one of the five selected for this "last stand," and though he suffered a strafing from [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], he survived through the bitter end to victory. ...for five seconds, before [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] arrived and blew them all away. Thanks, Optimus. Thanks a lot. {{storylink|The Last Stand!}}

Afterwards, Huffer's body spent a while strung up from the Ark's ceiling. Typical. {{storylink|The New Order!}}

[[Image:Hufferbomberbill.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Complaining is Job One.]]
After Ratchet retook the Ark and repaired everyone, Huffer complained of being homesick for his homeworld of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] and was obsessed with returning home to the point of distraction from his real duties. [[Prowl]], giving a tour to the [[human]] industrialist [[G.B. Blackrock]], was annoyed to find Huffer not rebuilding their communication center's [[ultra-frequency monitoring]], but tinkering instead with the [[transdimensional radiowave scrambler]] in hopes of contacting Cybertron. Prowl thought getting him out of the ''Ark'' would do him some good, so he sent Huffer on a mission to disrupt a Decepticon operation. En route, Huffer met with a trucker, [[Bomber Bill]], who was also homesick, due to the Decepticons nabbing his truck. The Decepticons, ironically, were up to building a transdimensional radiowave scrambler of their own, and Huffer was forced to choose between destroying the communications device, thus severing contact with his homeworld, or allowing the Decepticons to contact their brethren on Cybertron, ensuring enemy reinforcements would spill over onto Earth and thus spelling certain doom. Huffer ultimately made the right choice, but he hated it. Loudly. {{storylink|The Next Best Thing to Being There!}}

Using an eavesdropping system Huffer and Blackrock had set up previously, the Autobots were able to overhear Shockwave's plans to drop the captured head of their leader, Optimus Prime, in a nearby swamp. Huffer was charged with towing Prime's body to the location. However, the head was actually a decoy head, which, when attached to the body, caused it to go on a murderous rampage. And then the Decepticons showed up! It took entirely too long for the real head to show up, allowing Prime to save from certain doom the few who remained functional. {{storylink|Prime Time!}}

''During the Dinobot Hunt, Huffer was sent with [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]] and [[Bluestreak]] to Doonstown to capture the berserk [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]]. What they found instead was Grimlock and [[Sludge (G1)|Sludge]] locked in battle. Bluestreak was deactivated before the team could react, and when Huffer tried to wrangle the two crazed Dinobots, he was caught between them and rendered non-functional too. Just for trying to help, sheesh! {{Storylink|Dinobot Hunt}}''

Huffer was not seen in action for some time after this, until being seen among the the Earth-bound Autobots who witnessed a battle between [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] and [[Blaster]] for Autobot leadership on [[Earth]]'s [[Moon (moon)|moon]]. {{storylink|Totaled!}}

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====Classics====

{{note|The ''[[Classics (2006)|Classics]]'' story takes place in a post-Marvel Generation 1 comics universe where ''[[Generation 2]]'' did not happen.}}

Fifteen years after the Autobot/Decepticon war ended on [[Klo]], Huffer was part of Grimlock's crew on the ''[[Graviton (Classics)|Graviton]]''. His attitude towards Earth had not improved with age. While pursuing [[Bug Bite]]'s Decepticons, ultimately finding them back on Earth, [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] ordered Huffer to stay onboard the ''Graviton'' and keep an eye on both [[Bug Bite]]'s ship (with orders to blow it out of the sky if it moved) and on [[Tyrannitron]] (with orders to keep him from "eating something important") while the rest of the Autobots went planetside. Just great. A brilliant engineer having to sit and petsit [[Snarl (G1)|Snarl]]'s gun. {{storylink|Games of Deception}}

{{-}}

===Animated continuity===
:''Voice actor:'' [[John Stephenson]] (English), [[Yutaka Shimaka]] (Japan)

Huffer was part of the original crew of ''[[Ark]]''-based Autobots who crashed on Earth four million years ago. In 1984, he awoke and was reformatted into a mini semi truck cab. An engineer and not a warrior, Huffer loathed combat and hated being stationed on Earth as he longed to return to Cybertron. [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] would often have to motivate Huffer, reminding him to remain courageous in the long fight. During one of the first engagements on Earth, where the Autobots attempted to stop the Decepticons from attacking an off-shore oil rig, Huffer was trapped in the debris. [[Brawn (G1)|Brawn]] came to his rescue, cutting Huffer loose from the wreckage.

[[Image:Hufferg1animated.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Great choice in cheerleaders, Prime.]]

Damaged in a fall from the top of the [[Ruby Crystal Mines of Burma]], Optimus Prime was encouraged by Huffer, [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]], and [[Gears]] as he painfully tried to transform back into robot mode. {{Storylink|More Than Meets the Eye, Part 2}}

When [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] authorized [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] and [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] to build robot dinosaurs, Huffer insisted that this was a waste of time. After the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] were completed and unveiled, Huffer remarked, "Dino''bots''? I thought you were supposed to make Dino''saurs''!" and laughed. This was followed by an awkward silence. {{Storylink|S.O.S. Dinobots}}

Prime was ever accident-prone, though, and after being beaten down by Megatron and again struggling to transform, Huffer was helpful enough to tow Prime's trailer back to the base. Prime told Huffer that he was a true friend. But then, Prime considers all the Autobots his friends, so it might not be saying much. {{Storylink|Heavy Metal War}}

Later, Huffer denounced [[Spike Witwicky|Spike]] and [[Chip Chase|Chip]]'s idea for the Autobots to participate in a charity race, and stayed at the base with Wheeljack, Ratchet, and Brawn. His bad feelings turned out to be well founded when Megatron used the [[Transfixatron]] to lock the Autobots in [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]]. Huffer's dour attitude was so annoying that Brawn nearly bear hugged him to death. {{storylink|The Autobot Run}}

Though his death was never depicted, Huffer's grave is later mentioned amongst those of the other Autobots who died during the [[Battle of Autobot City|attack]] on [[Autobot City]] aboard their interstellar mausoleum. Along with the mausoleum itself, Huffer's remains were later plunged into a red sun as a side-effect of a [[Quintesson]] plot. {{Storylink|Dark Awakening}}

Bummer.

There are rumors that Huffer actually [[:Image:DeceptiBrawn1.jpg|survived.]] Perhaps his near death experience gave him a new outlook and appreciation for life.

Probably not.

===Dreamwave comics continuity===
Huffer was a part of the crew onboard the ''[[Ark]]'' when it crashed into [[Earth]] four million years ago while clearing an asteroid in the path of Cybertron.

He was one of many Transformers captured and reprogrammed by arms dealer [[Lazarus|Adam 'Lazarus' Rook]] for lease to terrorist organisations and shady governments requiring brutal military might. Fortunately, Autobots under the command of Optimus Prime repaired and re-reprogrammed Huffer and the remaining captive Autobots. Immediately, they were put to work on fighting Megatron's metallic virus which had spread deep into Canadian territory. Huffer was seen to be very gung-ho about starting the blasting process when Wheeljack cautioned the group that the anti-virus requires converting their own interal energy, and he needed complete commitment from them if his plan was to suceed. {{Storylink|Prime Directive, Part 5}}

Soon, the Canadian military arrived. Unfortunately, due to the recent attacks by both enslaved Autobots and Decepticons under the command of Rook, the Canadians attempted to stop the Autobots doing what they percieved to be an attack on their soil. When Wheeljack tied to explain what they were doing (in a rather agressive manner), the Canadians soldiers panicked and fired upon the Autobots. Huffer was blasted by a tank shell while trying to aid the fallen Wheeljack. {{Storylink|Prime Directive, Part 6}}

When [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] and the united Cybertronians arrived on Earth, Huffer was one of the Autobots who accompanied Optimus Prime back to Cybertron. He joined up with the insurgency groups under [[Smokescreen (G1)|Smokescreen]] and [[Hot Rod]]'s command, and he and the Ark's crew brought down [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]'s regime. {{Storylink|War and Peace}} After the revolution, [[Prowl (G1)|Prowl]] conceived of a new Autobot City constructed on Earth as their new base of operations. He requisitioned the reluctant Huffer to leave his Beloved Cybertron (TM) to contribute his construction engineering skills to the city's design. {{Storylink|Lost and Found}}

===IDW comics continuity===
Huffer was one of the manual laborers seen disputing the Senate's attempts to automate their trade with drones. {{Storylink|Megatron Origin, Part 2}} Unlike many workers, Huffer did not join up with the Decepticon movement, but instead would eventually side with the Autobots. After the Battle of [[Thunderhead Pass]], Huffer was one of many Autobots engaged in trench warfare over what remained of their destabilized home planet. {{storylink|Spotlight: Blaster}}

{{-}}

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
* '''Huffer''' (Mini Vehicle, 1984/1985)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''14'''

[[Image:G1Huffer_toy.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Oh, they gave me a [[mouthplate]]. I don't have a mouthplate.]]

:Huffer was part of the original 1984 assortment of Autobot [[Mini Vehicle]]s. His mold was originally used for the ''[[Microchange]]'' series of toys as an "American" truck. The ''Microchange'' toyline was meant to depict robots that transformed into toy cars, which accounts for the somewhat cartoonish proportions of Huffer's vehicle modes. In 1985, Huffer's rooftop [[faction symbol]] decal was replaced by a [[rubsign]].

: This mold was used to make [[Pipes]]; for the [[Hasbro]] line it was extensively [[retool]]ed, while in Mexico and some European markets, it was straight-[[redeco]]ed.

{{-}}
*'''Minibot Team''' (Multi-pack, 2004)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''TFC-12'''

: Huffer was reissued in a "[[Transformers Collection]]" six-pack with [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]], [[Cosmos]], [[Gears]], [[Powerglide]] and [[Warpath]]. There are no notable differences between the original and the reissue versions.

: This entire set was redecoed to make the [[G1 GoBots]] set; Huffer was used to make [[Road Ranger]].

===Classics===
*'''Huffer''' (Scout, 2007)

[[Image:Botcon_Huffer_toy.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Almost fits...TOO well...]]

: Sold together in a bag with [[Springer]] and their instructions and bio cards, Huffer is a ''Classics''-themed [[BotCon 2007]] attendee [[exclusive]]. An orange and blue [[redeco]] of the ''[[Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' [[Armorhide (Cybertron)|Armorhide]] toy, Huffer transforms into a semi tractor-trailer cab with hook-crane attachment. Plugging a [[Cyber Planet Key]] into the back of his cab flips his grill down, exposing a rack of eight (non-firing) missiles. This feature is also available in his robot mode. Huffer can store a Cyber Planet Key using tabs on his hook-crane/rifle, and came with a silver-bordered translucent orange [[Earth]] Key.

: This mold was also used to make [[Movie (toyline)|Movie]] [[Armorhide (Movie)|Armorhide]].

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==Trivia==
*It has been speculated by some fans that, in the animated continuity, Huffer may have been created from Orion Pax's friend [[Dion]], the same way and at the same time Prime and [[Elita One (G1)|Elita One]] were rebuilt by [[Alpha Trion]].
{{note|For further elaboration, see [[Dion#Who_is_Dion.3F|Who is Dion?]]}}

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==External links==
* [http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Huffer/huffer.htm Huffer at TFU.info]

*[http://www.ntfa.net/universe/english/index.php?act=view&char=Huffer Huffer's Universe profile at NTFA.net]

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Bluestreak (G1)

2008-04-04T12:13:12Z

58.107.44.11: /* Marvel Comics continuity */ edited Dinobot Hunt info

:''Bluestreak is an [[Autobot]] in the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]]. He is also known as '''Silverstreak'''.''

[[Image:G1_Bluestreak_boxart.jpg|thumb|right|300px|I'm f***ing PONDEROUS, man. PONDEROUS, f***in' PONDEROUS.]]

'''Bluestreak''' is a talker. He talks a lot. Any subject, any time of the day, his lips are flapping while his Autobot comrades are rolling their eyes. Could be about things on Earth, could be about things on Cybertron, could be about just about anything, but the point is, y'know, he's talking. Words are coming out of his mouth in a near constant prattling stream. Some think he's vapid, that his mouth just moves a billion times faster than his brain, if his brain is moving at all. Or they imagine that he's a fool who doesn't know when to shut up, that he drones on and on and on and on because maybe he just likes to hear himself speak or something.

His friends realize, however, that his jabbering hides a deeper pain. At the beginning of the [[Great War|war]], Bluestreak's home city was totally destroyed by [[Decepticon]]s. He was the only survivor. It's as if by talking he tries to drown out his own fears and memories somehow. "There's some demons runnin' loose inside that boy," says [[Hound (G1)|Hound]], "and sometimes I think they grab hold of him and won't let him go." He hated war, he still does, but ever since, he's hated Decepticons even more. It is odd to see a bot of peace so willingly take up arms, but Bluestreak's got a score to settle.

[[Mirage (G1)|He's also suprisingly well armed for someone who dosn't like to fight.]]

Talk may be cheap, but it keeps him sane.

:''Italian name:'' '''Ariete''' ("Ram")
:''French-Canadian name'': '''Jaseur'''<br>
:''Hungarian name:'' '''Kékvillám''' ("Blue Lightning")<br>
:''Japanese name'': '''Streak'''<br>

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
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[[Image:Miragebluestreakfirst.jpg|left|thumb|250px|You can taste his sarcasm. To be fair, nobody likes Mirage.]]
Bluestreak arrived on Earth with his fellow Autobots four million years ago and remained inactive until 1984. Along with [[Mirage (G1)|Mirage]] and [[Huffer]], Bluestreak was one of the less sympathetic of the ''[[Ark]]''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s crew when it came to humans. He once suggested repairing the ''Ark'' and simply abandoning Earth's people to the Decepticons after hearing that [[Sparkplug Witwicky]] had allegedly provided their foes with a fuel conversion process while he was their prisoner.

Despite their conflicting views, [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] still recognized Bluestreak's skill as a sharpshooter and chose him to be one of the five Autobots recharged in the Chambers of Transference, in the hopes that at least some Autobots would be at full capacity when the inevitable Decepticon attack came. When it did, Bluestreak was brazen enough to attack [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] himself, head-on. Despite their temporary victory, the battle-weary Autobots were blindsided by the returning Decepticon [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], who knocked them all down with a single blast. {{Storylink|The Last Stand}}

[[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] remained free, however, and with the help of the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobot]]s, he recaptured the ''Ark'' and the deactivated Autobots from Decepticon control. Ratchet then went to work and revived all the damaged Autobots in quick order. In the following days, Bluestreak was one of the first Autobots to confront new foes such as the [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicon]]s and [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]].

''During the Dinobot Hunt, Bluestreak was sent with [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]] and [[Huffer]] to Doonstown to capture the berserk [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]], but were surprised to find Grimlock locked in battle with [[Sludge (G1)|Sludge]]. Bluestreak was the first member of the team down, deactivated by the crazed Dinobots before he had chance to react. {{Storylink|Dinobot Hunt}}''

Bluestreak spent a considerable period of time out of action once Prime was recovered by the Autobots, and would not be seen again until well after Grimlock assumed control of the army. {{Storylink|Totaled!}} His return was short-lived, however, as he was soon destroyed battling the [[Underbase]]-empowered [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]]. {{Storylink|Dark Star!}}

===Cartoon continuity===
:''Voice Actor:'' [[Casey Kasem]] (US), [[Kōki Kataoka]] (Japan) [[Katsumi Suzuki]] ("Attack of the Autobots" and "Day of the Machines" only)

[[Image:Bluestreakg1.jpg|thumb|right|150px|You get the feeling [[ Blurr (G1)|Blurr]] trained under this guy at some point.]]

Bluestreak was one of the original crew members of the ''[[Ark]]'' when it set off from Cybertron in search of new sources of fuel and energy. Attacked en-route by the Decepticon flagship ''[[Nemesis]]'', the ''Ark'' crashed into a volcano, and the Autobots lay dormant for millions of years. When the volcano erupted and activated Teletraan-1 in 1984, Bluestreak was reformatted into a Datsun 280Z. Shortly after Hound and [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]] discovered Megatron's plans, Bluestreak was part of the Autobot battle group dispatched to follow Megatron's raid on an off-shore oil rig, despite not having been ordered do so. {{Storylink|More Than Meets the Eye, Part 1}}

After rescuing the humans, he was also among the Autobots who responded to the Decepticon attack on [[Sherman Dam]] and the [[Ruby Crystal Mines of Burma]]. {{Storylink|More Than Meets the Eye, Part 2}}. Then, when the Decepticons managed to extricate themselves from the mine explosion, Bluestreak and [[Ironhide (G1)|Ironhide]] took to the air and engaged in a dogfight with [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]]. He avoided injury, but abandoned the chase when Ironhide was shot down and managed to drag his friend to safety after a water landing. {{Storylink|More Than Meets the Eye, Part 3}}

After Megatron was seemingly lost forever inside the [[space bridge]], the Autobots thwarted an ill-planned Decepticon attack on yet another hydroelectric power plant under the command of Starscream. Chasing after the escaping Decepticons, Bluestreak managed to damage both Starscream and Thundercracker significantly with a single blast from his shoulder cannons. He and [[Prowl (G1)|Prowl]] followed the fleeing villains to a human aircraft hanger, from which the Decepticons were scavenging parts. Bluestreak accused Starscream of having a [[manifold]] for a mouth. It was hilarious, but both Autobots were outnumbered when Soundwave unleashed Ravage. Fortunately, their human friend [[Chip Chase]] took control of Prowl's systems and sent the Decepticons packing. {{Storylink|Roll For It}}

[[Image:Bluestreakpotatovehicle.jpg|left|thumb|150px|Look, its Bluestreak's movie protoform "entry" mode.]]

Bluestreak's skill as a gunner was frequently employed in combat. On one occasion, [[Laserbeak (G1)|Laserbeak]] was trying to fly off with [[Spike Witwicky]], and Bluestreak was able to target and shoot one of the tin turkey's legs without hitting Spike to free him. {{Storylink|The Ultimate Doom, Part 2}} Another time, the Autobots were attempting to recapture the irreplaceable robot ninja [[Nightbird]] for the famous scientist [[Doctor Fujiyama]] after the Decepticons turned her against humanity. Optimus Prime was insistent the Autobots not shoot or harm Nightbird, but Bluestreak saved Prime anyway from the attacking the ninja by cleanly shooting Nightbird's laser sword out of her hands. {{Storylink|Enter the Nightbird}}

Along with several fellow Autobots, Bluestreak participated in the [[Europa 2000]], an international charity race stretching from Paris to Istanbul. When the the arrogant racing driver [[Auggie Cahnay (G1)|Auggie Cahnay]] cut across [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]], an indignant Bluestreak helped his understandably angry friend catch up to the American and attempt to teach him some manners. Later, after running afoul of the [[Stunticon]]s, Bluestreak learned of [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron's]] plan for the [[Pearl of Bahoudin]] from [[Professor Terranova]] and deduced that the missing Autobots must have been disabled by the Stunticons. After Cahnay's car was stolen by the Decepticons to use as raw materials for a weather control machine, Bluestreak allowed the hotshot driver race him to victory at the finish line. Together, Bluestreak, [[Tracks]] and Bumblebee headed out to confront the Decepticons, but when the Pearl was lost in a tornado, Megatron unleashed [[Menasor (G1)|Menasor]] onto the Autobots. Ironically, it was Cahnay who defeated Menasor by sacrificing his car, much to the Bluestreak's surprise. {{Storylink|Trans-Europe Express}}

In the year 2005, Bluestreak could briefly be seen ''{Don't blink! You'll miss it!)'' helping [[Kup]] move a roadblock, just before [[Hot Rod]] and [[Daniel Witwicky]] crash through it. {{Storylink|The Transformers: The Movie (1986)|Transformers: The Movie}}

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====Binaltech====
Suffering from the [[Cosmic Rust]] virus, Bluestreak was one of the first Autobots reconstructed using [[Binaltech]] technology. Alongside [[Smokescreen (G1)|Smokescreen]], [[Hound]], [[Tracks]], and [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]], he helped [[Earth Defense Command]] drive the Decepticons off of Earth. Bluestreak continued serving on Earth at Autobot City, under [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]]'s overall command.

===Dreamwave comics continuity===
When the Autbot/Decepticon war erupted 8.7 million years ago, destroying his home city, Bluestreak, then a merchant, joined the Autobot army. 500,000 years later, he related [[Sentinel Prime (G1)|Sentinel Prime]]'s death to [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optronix]], and later served in the last-ditch attempt to defend [[Iacon]] from [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]'s forces.

7.4 million years ago, Bluestreak remained with the Autobots after the apparent death of Optimus Prime. He and [[Trailbreaker]] remained at [[Autobase]] while [[Prowl (G1)|Prowl]] led a task force against [[Trypticon (G1)|Trypticon]]. While there, they met [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]] and apprised him of the current situation on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. 1.4 million years later, Bluestreak and an Autobot/Decepticon/[[Ultracon]] force helped defend a peace ceremony at [[Tyger Pax]] from the [[Predacon (War Within)|Predacons]].

Bluestreak was among the crew of the ''[[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'' when it crashed on [[Earth]] 4 million years ago, and awoke in 1984 to battle the Decepticons. After years of fighting, Bluestreak and the other Autobots took part in [[Operation Liberation]] in 1998, a joint human/Autobot operation that defeated and captured the Earth-bound Decepticons. However, the ''[[Ark II]]'', which was meant to convey the Autobots, the captured Decepticons, and a number of humans back to Cybertron, was sabotaged by General [[Robert Hallo]], sending Bluestreak and his comrades to the bottom of the [[Arctic Ocean]].

Bluestreak was later recovered by the sinister [[Lazarus]], and his deactivated form was used to power [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]'s deadly metal virus weapon. By the time he was rescued by Optimus Prime, his energy had been almost fatally depleted.

Bluestreak recovered, however, and rejoined his newly active comrades. When Shockwave came to Earth and announced that the Autobot/Decepticon wars were over and that the two factions had been united, Bluestreak was more than skeptical, suggesting it was a trick. The memory of his destroyed home-city still haunted him, and he would not believe the same beings who killed innocents could change their ways. His views clashed those of with [[Gears]], who did not see the point in fighting wars that had been ended. Despite his objections, Bluestreak was among the Autobots who joined Optimus Prime in surrendering to Shockwave's lieutenant, [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]]. Ferried back to Cybertron by [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]], Bluestreak and the others were imprisoned and scheduled for execution, but were freed by [[Broadside (G1)|Broadside]] and taken to an underground hideout. He fought in the battle to retake Iacon and witnessed Shockwave activating the [[Matrix of Leadership]]. Victorious, Bluestreak and his comrades began to rebuild their planet.

=== IDW Comics continuity ===
Bluestreak was on Cybertron during the Decepticons' post-[[Thunderwing (G1)|Thunderwing]] advance, shortly before the planet was abandoned, and fought against their final big push. {{storylink|Spotlight: Blaster}}

During the events of Stormbringer, Bluestreak was seen stationed on the Autobot Orbital Command Center. Despite viewing [[Varas Centralus]] as a lost cause, he was ordered by Springer to lead a replacement team when the Wreckers were pulled from [[Varas Centralus]] to deal with the crisis created by the revival of Thunderwing.{{Storylink|Stormbringer, Part 2}}

He later returned to [[Autobot Orbital Command Hub]] in order to greet [[Blaster]] personally upon his revival. {{storylink|Spotlight: Blaster}}

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==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Bluestreak''' (Autobot Car, 1984/1985)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''08'''
**''Accessories:'' Beam Rifle, 2 x missile launchers (left & right), 3 x missiles

[[Image:G1_bluestreak_toy.jpg|thumb|left|I know I don't wear much blue, but if you know your history, it really does make perfect sense.]]

: The original Bluestreak toy was based on the ''[[Diaclone]]'' "Fairlady Z" toy and transforms into an accurate replica of a [[wikipedia:Nissan 280ZX|Datsun Fairlady Z]]. The all-silver deco for the mold was unique to its ''Transformers'' release, not a carry-over from ''Diaclone''<ref name="diaclonet">[http://diaclone.net/orid/dia042/index.html Fairlady Z at diaclone.net (Japanese)]</ref>, though it was heavily based on the second version of his Diaclone toy. Reused photography and artwork of Bluestreak's Diaclone incarnation led to considerable confusion in that it retained a blue and gray paint scheme not seen in the American toyline. The doors can open in car mode, but the vehicle mode lacks any kind of automotive interior. As with most ''Generation 1'' toys of the time, he was constructed partially of die-cast metal and had rubber tires.

: In robot mode, Bluestreak has the classic "car hood-chest" design also featured on fellow Autobots [[Jazz]], [[Prowl (G1)|Prowl]] and [[Smokescreen (G1)|Smokescreen]], and is armed with a vacuum-metalized laser rifle and two shoulder-mounted rocket launchers that can each fire one of the three included projectiles.

: This mold was retooled to make Prowl, and again for Smokescreen.

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* '''Streak (anime version)''' (2002)
**''Accessories:'' Beam Rifle, 2 x missile launchers (left & right), 3 x missiles

: An [[exclusive]] to [[Takara]]'s [[E-Hobby|e-Hobby]] shop, this version of Bluestreak was sold bundled in a set, though not packaged together, with a gold-plated version of [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]]. Often called "Anime Streak" by fans and collectors, this toy used the color scheme from the second version of his ''Diaclone'' toy (which was used as the basis for his cartoon and comic character model), with a black roof and hood instead of the original Transformer toy's silver.

* '''Streak (silver plated version)''' (2003)
**''Accessories:'' Beam Rifle, 2 x missile launchers (left & right), 3 x missiles
[[Image:G1Chromestreak_toy.jpg|left|thumb|150px|I come in every color except blue.]]

: Also an e-Hobby-exclusive, this version of Bluestreak was almost entirely vacuum-metalized, much like the gold-plated Jazz, but in silver. Like the gold Jazz, the Chrome Streak emulated a "campaign car" prize item from the original ''Diaclone'' line.<ref name="maz">[http://www.tf-1.com/articles/reissue_frame.php?art=Chromestreak Article Chromestreak at TF-1.com]</ref>

* '''Silverstreak''' (2004)
**''Accessories:'' Beam Rifle, 2 x missile launchers (left & right), 3 x missiles

: Released as part of [[Hasbro]]'s Toys "R" Us-[[exclusive]] [[Commemorative Series]] III reissues in the same colours as his original 1980s release, although his packaging pictures depict Takara's "Anime Streak" version. For this release, he was redubbed "Silverstreak" due to Hasbro's apparent inability to secure the trademark for the name "Bluestreak". Due to [[For safety reasons|safety reasons]], the springs in his rocket launchers were removed, and because of changes in the plastics used, his laser rifle and projectiles were not vacuum-metalized.

===Alternators===
*'''Silverstreak''' (Alternator, 2004)
**''Alternator ID number:'' '''4'''
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''BT-03'''
**''Accessories:'' Engine/beam rifle

[[Image:AlternatorsSilverstreak_toy.jpg|right|150px|thumb|Why did the [[Smokescreen (G1)|other guy]] get to be blue?]]

: The second Subaru Impreza toy released in the ''[[Alternators]]'' line was actually the first to be developed, but due to marketing suggestions, the more eye-catching Smokescreen was released first. Silverstreak transforms into a very accurate silver 2003 [[wikipedia:Subaru Impreza WRX|Subaru Impreza WRX]], with opening hood, trunk, and all four doors as well as a detailed interior. He also features working steering and rubber tires.

: His robot mode is based upon his original toy as well as his cartoon model, but with changes made to reflect modern standards of Transformers toys, as well as his new vehicle mode. He is armed with a laser rifle formed from his turbo intercooler and has the capacity to mount two spring-loaded rocket launchers on either side of his shoulders, though these were only included with the retool of ''[[Binaltech]]'' Smokescreen.

: Unusual for an ''Alternators'' release, Silverstreak was fully painted silver, similar to his ''Binaltech'' release. The silver paint on Silverstreak is more flat compared to the sparkled paint of the Binaltech version.

: The first shipment of the Alternator version used the right-side steering like the Japanese release. Soon afterwards, a modified version was released with the steering wheel on the left side of the vehicle.

: This mold was also used to make [[Ricochet (G1) (Autobot)|Ricochet]] and ''[[Binaltech Asterisk]]'' [[Red Alert (G1)|Alert]].

*'''Bluestreak''' (Binaltech, 2008)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''BT-19'''
**''Accessories:'' Engine/beam rifle

[[Image:Bluestreak BT19.jpg|right|100px|thumb|Finally! I became [[:Image:G1 Bluestreak boxart.jpg|blue]] at last. <small>Wait a [[:Image:Titanium_RM_Smokescreen.jpg|minute]].</small>]]

Bluestreak is a redeco of Binaltech Silverstreak. As his name suggest, Bluestreak's body is almost complete blue.
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===Universe===
*'''Silverstreak''' (Spy Changer, 2004)
**''Accessories:'' Beam Rifle

[[Image:UniverseSilverstreakSpy.jpg|left|thumb|130px|New name, old colors]]

: A redeco of ''[[Robots in Disguise (franchise)|Robots in Disguise]]'' [[Side Swipe (RID)|Side Swipe]], he is based upon his pre-G1 release "blue" colour scheme, with a silver hood. He is armed with a small gun that is disguised as a tailpipe in vehicle mode.

: The original release of this toy (and the others in the assortment), [[exclusive]] to Kay-Bee stores, came on cards that lacked a sub-line designation. Later releases that were also available through chains like Dollar General were put on ''[[Universe]]'' cards.

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===Smallest Transformers===
*'''Streak''' (2004)
*''Japanese ID Number:'' '''GTF X-3'''

[[Image:STFStreak_toy.jpg|right|thumb|150px|Not even the tiniest bit of blue]]

: A retool of [[Smallest Transforming Transformers|Smallest Transformers]] Prowl, STF Streak is a much simplified, much smaller replica of his original toy. Although resembling his G1 form, he has less articulation and his wheels do not roll. Streak was one of two [[chase figure]]s in the second wave of the line.

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===Merchandise===
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==Trivia==
* One of the longest-running [[Misconceptions and urban legends about Transformers|myths about Transformers]] is the existence of the "blue-sided Bluestreak" as shown in the original toy catalogs, which used one of the two different ''[[Diaclone]]'' variants of the Fairlady mold<ref name="diaclonet" />. No sealed samples of the blue-sided Bluestreak in a ''Transformers'' box have ''ever'' been found. Oddly enough, though the catalogs featured numerous pictures of toys that did not match up with finished product (like [[Astrotrain (G1)|Astrotrain]] and [[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor]]), blue-sided Bluestreak is the only one that seems to have taken on the "my brother's friend's cousin had one" status.

* In recent years, toys based on the Bluestreak character were renamed "Silverstreak" for [[trademark]] reasons, because a company named Gendron currently holds the trademark for "Toledo 'Blue Streak'" in the "toys" category.

* [[Aaron Archer]], as [[Orson]], when asked about the ''[[Commemorative Series]]'' Silverstreak's deco, said the figure was based on the 1984 version of figure rather than the 2002 [[e-Hobby]] "Streak" release due to his desire to give collectors a version closer to the one released in 1984. While this is most likely true, it may also have to do with [[Hasbro]]'s inability or desire not to release figures too similar to e-Hobby exclusives, thus a required change for Silverstreak from e-Hobby Streak.

* The deco for Hasbro's retool of the ''[[Alternators]]'' Acura RSX mold was originally designed with Bluestreak in mind, specifically the original Diaclone deco mentioned above. Early leaked packaging samples even sported an abbreviated form of the name "Bluestreak" on their license plates. Ultimately, however, Hasbro decided to rename the toy and release it as "[[Camshaft|Autobot Camshaft]]" instead, possibly because they already had a representation of the Bluestreak character in the ''Alternators'' line (Silverstreak).

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==Footnotes==
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==External links==
* [http://www.toybin.org/search.php?q=1984+Autobot+Bluestreak ToyBin Bluestreak Toy Gallery]

* [http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Bluestreak/bluestreak.htm Bluestreak at TFU.info]

* [http://www.ntfa.net/universe/english/index.php?act=view&char=Bluestreak Bluestreak's Universe profile at NTFA.net]

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Bluestreak (G1)

2008-04-04T12:00:58Z

58.107.44.11: /* Marvel Comics continuity */ added slightly more detail on Dinobot Hunt injuries

:''Bluestreak is an [[Autobot]] in the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]]. He is also known as '''Silverstreak'''.''

[[Image:G1_Bluestreak_boxart.jpg|thumb|right|300px|I'm f***ing PONDEROUS, man. PONDEROUS, f***in' PONDEROUS.]]

'''Bluestreak''' is a talker. He talks a lot. Any subject, any time of the day, his lips are flapping while his Autobot comrades are rolling their eyes. Could be about things on Earth, could be about things on Cybertron, could be about just about anything, but the point is, y'know, he's talking. Words are coming out of his mouth in a near constant prattling stream. Some think he's vapid, that his mouth just moves a billion times faster than his brain, if his brain is moving at all. Or they imagine that he's a fool who doesn't know when to shut up, that he drones on and on and on and on because maybe he just likes to hear himself speak or something.

His friends realize, however, that his jabbering hides a deeper pain. At the beginning of the [[Great War|war]], Bluestreak's home city was totally destroyed by [[Decepticon]]s. He was the only survivor. It's as if by talking he tries to drown out his own fears and memories somehow. "There's some demons runnin' loose inside that boy," says [[Hound (G1)|Hound]], "and sometimes I think they grab hold of him and won't let him go." He hated war, he still does, but ever since, he's hated Decepticons even more. It is odd to see a bot of peace so willingly take up arms, but Bluestreak's got a score to settle.

[[Mirage (G1)|He's also suprisingly well armed for someone who dosn't like to fight.]]

Talk may be cheap, but it keeps him sane.

:''Italian name:'' '''Ariete''' ("Ram")
:''French-Canadian name'': '''Jaseur'''<br>
:''Hungarian name:'' '''Kékvillám''' ("Blue Lightning")<br>
:''Japanese name'': '''Streak'''<br>

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
[[Image:Miragebluestreakfirst.jpg|left|thumb|250px|You can taste his sarcasm. To be fair, nobody likes Mirage.]]
Bluestreak arrived on Earth with his fellow Autobots four million years ago and remained inactive until 1984. Along with [[Mirage (G1)|Mirage]] and [[Huffer]], Bluestreak was one of the less sympathetic of the ''[[Ark]]''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s crew when it came to humans. He once suggested repairing the ''Ark'' and simply abandoning Earth's people to the Decepticons after hearing that [[Sparkplug Witwicky]] had allegedly provided their foes with a fuel conversion process while he was their prisoner.

Despite their conflicting views, [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] still recognized Bluestreak's skill as a sharpshooter and chose him to be one of the five Autobots recharged in the Chambers of Transference, in the hopes that at least some Autobots would be at full capacity when the inevitable Decepticon attack came. When it did, Bluestreak was brazen enough to attack [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] himself, head-on. Despite their temporary victory, the battle-weary Autobots were blindsided by the returning Decepticon [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], who knocked them all down with a single blast. {{Storylink|The Last Stand}}

[[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] remained free, however, and with the help of the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobot]]s, he recaptured the ''Ark'' and the deactivated Autobots from Decepticon control. Ratchet then went to work and revived all the damaged Autobots in quick order. In the following days, Bluestreak was one of the first Autobots to confront new foes such as the [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicon]]s and [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]].

''During the Dinobot Hunt, Bluestreak was sent with [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]] and [[Huffer]] to Doonstown to capture the berserk [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]], but was deactivated while trying to wrangle the crazed Dinobot. {{Storylink|Dinobot Hunt}}''

Bluestreak spent a considerable period of time out of action once Prime was recovered by the Autobots, and would not be seen again until well after Grimlock assumed control of the army. {{Storylink|Totaled!}} His return was short-lived, however, as he was soon destroyed battling the [[Underbase]]-empowered [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]]. {{Storylink|Dark Star!}}

===Cartoon continuity===
:''Voice Actor:'' [[Casey Kasem]] (US), [[Kōki Kataoka]] (Japan) [[Katsumi Suzuki]] ("Attack of the Autobots" and "Day of the Machines" only)

[[Image:Bluestreakg1.jpg|thumb|right|150px|You get the feeling [[ Blurr (G1)|Blurr]] trained under this guy at some point.]]

Bluestreak was one of the original crew members of the ''[[Ark]]'' when it set off from Cybertron in search of new sources of fuel and energy. Attacked en-route by the Decepticon flagship ''[[Nemesis]]'', the ''Ark'' crashed into a volcano, and the Autobots lay dormant for millions of years. When the volcano erupted and activated Teletraan-1 in 1984, Bluestreak was reformatted into a Datsun 280Z. Shortly after Hound and [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]] discovered Megatron's plans, Bluestreak was part of the Autobot battle group dispatched to follow Megatron's raid on an off-shore oil rig, despite not having been ordered do so. {{Storylink|More Than Meets the Eye, Part 1}}

After rescuing the humans, he was also among the Autobots who responded to the Decepticon attack on [[Sherman Dam]] and the [[Ruby Crystal Mines of Burma]]. {{Storylink|More Than Meets the Eye, Part 2}}. Then, when the Decepticons managed to extricate themselves from the mine explosion, Bluestreak and [[Ironhide (G1)|Ironhide]] took to the air and engaged in a dogfight with [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]]. He avoided injury, but abandoned the chase when Ironhide was shot down and managed to drag his friend to safety after a water landing. {{Storylink|More Than Meets the Eye, Part 3}}

After Megatron was seemingly lost forever inside the [[space bridge]], the Autobots thwarted an ill-planned Decepticon attack on yet another hydroelectric power plant under the command of Starscream. Chasing after the escaping Decepticons, Bluestreak managed to damage both Starscream and Thundercracker significantly with a single blast from his shoulder cannons. He and [[Prowl (G1)|Prowl]] followed the fleeing villains to a human aircraft hanger, from which the Decepticons were scavenging parts. Bluestreak accused Starscream of having a [[manifold]] for a mouth. It was hilarious, but both Autobots were outnumbered when Soundwave unleashed Ravage. Fortunately, their human friend [[Chip Chase]] took control of Prowl's systems and sent the Decepticons packing. {{Storylink|Roll For It}}

[[Image:Bluestreakpotatovehicle.jpg|left|thumb|150px|Look, its Bluestreak's movie protoform "entry" mode.]]

Bluestreak's skill as a gunner was frequently employed in combat. On one occasion, [[Laserbeak (G1)|Laserbeak]] was trying to fly off with [[Spike Witwicky]], and Bluestreak was able to target and shoot one of the tin turkey's legs without hitting Spike to free him. {{Storylink|The Ultimate Doom, Part 2}} Another time, the Autobots were attempting to recapture the irreplaceable robot ninja [[Nightbird]] for the famous scientist [[Doctor Fujiyama]] after the Decepticons turned her against humanity. Optimus Prime was insistent the Autobots not shoot or harm Nightbird, but Bluestreak saved Prime anyway from the attacking the ninja by cleanly shooting Nightbird's laser sword out of her hands. {{Storylink|Enter the Nightbird}}

Along with several fellow Autobots, Bluestreak participated in the [[Europa 2000]], an international charity race stretching from Paris to Istanbul. When the the arrogant racing driver [[Auggie Cahnay (G1)|Auggie Cahnay]] cut across [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]], an indignant Bluestreak helped his understandably angry friend catch up to the American and attempt to teach him some manners. Later, after running afoul of the [[Stunticon]]s, Bluestreak learned of [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron's]] plan for the [[Pearl of Bahoudin]] from [[Professor Terranova]] and deduced that the missing Autobots must have been disabled by the Stunticons. After Cahnay's car was stolen by the Decepticons to use as raw materials for a weather control machine, Bluestreak allowed the hotshot driver race him to victory at the finish line. Together, Bluestreak, [[Tracks]] and Bumblebee headed out to confront the Decepticons, but when the Pearl was lost in a tornado, Megatron unleashed [[Menasor (G1)|Menasor]] onto the Autobots. Ironically, it was Cahnay who defeated Menasor by sacrificing his car, much to the Bluestreak's surprise. {{Storylink|Trans-Europe Express}}

In the year 2005, Bluestreak could briefly be seen ''{Don't blink! You'll miss it!)'' helping [[Kup]] move a roadblock, just before [[Hot Rod]] and [[Daniel Witwicky]] crash through it. {{Storylink|The Transformers: The Movie (1986)|Transformers: The Movie}}

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====Binaltech====
Suffering from the [[Cosmic Rust]] virus, Bluestreak was one of the first Autobots reconstructed using [[Binaltech]] technology. Alongside [[Smokescreen (G1)|Smokescreen]], [[Hound]], [[Tracks]], and [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]], he helped [[Earth Defense Command]] drive the Decepticons off of Earth. Bluestreak continued serving on Earth at Autobot City, under [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]]'s overall command.

===Dreamwave comics continuity===
When the Autbot/Decepticon war erupted 8.7 million years ago, destroying his home city, Bluestreak, then a merchant, joined the Autobot army. 500,000 years later, he related [[Sentinel Prime (G1)|Sentinel Prime]]'s death to [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optronix]], and later served in the last-ditch attempt to defend [[Iacon]] from [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]'s forces.

7.4 million years ago, Bluestreak remained with the Autobots after the apparent death of Optimus Prime. He and [[Trailbreaker]] remained at [[Autobase]] while [[Prowl (G1)|Prowl]] led a task force against [[Trypticon (G1)|Trypticon]]. While there, they met [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]] and apprised him of the current situation on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. 1.4 million years later, Bluestreak and an Autobot/Decepticon/[[Ultracon]] force helped defend a peace ceremony at [[Tyger Pax]] from the [[Predacon (War Within)|Predacons]].

Bluestreak was among the crew of the ''[[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'' when it crashed on [[Earth]] 4 million years ago, and awoke in 1984 to battle the Decepticons. After years of fighting, Bluestreak and the other Autobots took part in [[Operation Liberation]] in 1998, a joint human/Autobot operation that defeated and captured the Earth-bound Decepticons. However, the ''[[Ark II]]'', which was meant to convey the Autobots, the captured Decepticons, and a number of humans back to Cybertron, was sabotaged by General [[Robert Hallo]], sending Bluestreak and his comrades to the bottom of the [[Arctic Ocean]].

Bluestreak was later recovered by the sinister [[Lazarus]], and his deactivated form was used to power [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]'s deadly metal virus weapon. By the time he was rescued by Optimus Prime, his energy had been almost fatally depleted.

Bluestreak recovered, however, and rejoined his newly active comrades. When Shockwave came to Earth and announced that the Autobot/Decepticon wars were over and that the two factions had been united, Bluestreak was more than skeptical, suggesting it was a trick. The memory of his destroyed home-city still haunted him, and he would not believe the same beings who killed innocents could change their ways. His views clashed those of with [[Gears]], who did not see the point in fighting wars that had been ended. Despite his objections, Bluestreak was among the Autobots who joined Optimus Prime in surrendering to Shockwave's lieutenant, [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]]. Ferried back to Cybertron by [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]], Bluestreak and the others were imprisoned and scheduled for execution, but were freed by [[Broadside (G1)|Broadside]] and taken to an underground hideout. He fought in the battle to retake Iacon and witnessed Shockwave activating the [[Matrix of Leadership]]. Victorious, Bluestreak and his comrades began to rebuild their planet.

=== IDW Comics continuity ===
Bluestreak was on Cybertron during the Decepticons' post-[[Thunderwing (G1)|Thunderwing]] advance, shortly before the planet was abandoned, and fought against their final big push. {{storylink|Spotlight: Blaster}}

During the events of Stormbringer, Bluestreak was seen stationed on the Autobot Orbital Command Center. Despite viewing [[Varas Centralus]] as a lost cause, he was ordered by Springer to lead a replacement team when the Wreckers were pulled from [[Varas Centralus]] to deal with the crisis created by the revival of Thunderwing.{{Storylink|Stormbringer, Part 2}}

He later returned to [[Autobot Orbital Command Hub]] in order to greet [[Blaster]] personally upon his revival. {{storylink|Spotlight: Blaster}}

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==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Bluestreak''' (Autobot Car, 1984/1985)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''08'''
**''Accessories:'' Beam Rifle, 2 x missile launchers (left & right), 3 x missiles

[[Image:G1_bluestreak_toy.jpg|thumb|left|I know I don't wear much blue, but if you know your history, it really does make perfect sense.]]

: The original Bluestreak toy was based on the ''[[Diaclone]]'' "Fairlady Z" toy and transforms into an accurate replica of a [[wikipedia:Nissan 280ZX|Datsun Fairlady Z]]. The all-silver deco for the mold was unique to its ''Transformers'' release, not a carry-over from ''Diaclone''<ref name="diaclonet">[http://diaclone.net/orid/dia042/index.html Fairlady Z at diaclone.net (Japanese)]</ref>, though it was heavily based on the second version of his Diaclone toy. Reused photography and artwork of Bluestreak's Diaclone incarnation led to considerable confusion in that it retained a blue and gray paint scheme not seen in the American toyline. The doors can open in car mode, but the vehicle mode lacks any kind of automotive interior. As with most ''Generation 1'' toys of the time, he was constructed partially of die-cast metal and had rubber tires.

: In robot mode, Bluestreak has the classic "car hood-chest" design also featured on fellow Autobots [[Jazz]], [[Prowl (G1)|Prowl]] and [[Smokescreen (G1)|Smokescreen]], and is armed with a vacuum-metalized laser rifle and two shoulder-mounted rocket launchers that can each fire one of the three included projectiles.

: This mold was retooled to make Prowl, and again for Smokescreen.

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* '''Streak (anime version)''' (2002)
**''Accessories:'' Beam Rifle, 2 x missile launchers (left & right), 3 x missiles

: An [[exclusive]] to [[Takara]]'s [[E-Hobby|e-Hobby]] shop, this version of Bluestreak was sold bundled in a set, though not packaged together, with a gold-plated version of [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]]. Often called "Anime Streak" by fans and collectors, this toy used the color scheme from the second version of his ''Diaclone'' toy (which was used as the basis for his cartoon and comic character model), with a black roof and hood instead of the original Transformer toy's silver.

* '''Streak (silver plated version)''' (2003)
**''Accessories:'' Beam Rifle, 2 x missile launchers (left & right), 3 x missiles
[[Image:G1Chromestreak_toy.jpg|left|thumb|150px|I come in every color except blue.]]

: Also an e-Hobby-exclusive, this version of Bluestreak was almost entirely vacuum-metalized, much like the gold-plated Jazz, but in silver. Like the gold Jazz, the Chrome Streak emulated a "campaign car" prize item from the original ''Diaclone'' line.<ref name="maz">[http://www.tf-1.com/articles/reissue_frame.php?art=Chromestreak Article Chromestreak at TF-1.com]</ref>

* '''Silverstreak''' (2004)
**''Accessories:'' Beam Rifle, 2 x missile launchers (left & right), 3 x missiles

: Released as part of [[Hasbro]]'s Toys "R" Us-[[exclusive]] [[Commemorative Series]] III reissues in the same colours as his original 1980s release, although his packaging pictures depict Takara's "Anime Streak" version. For this release, he was redubbed "Silverstreak" due to Hasbro's apparent inability to secure the trademark for the name "Bluestreak". Due to [[For safety reasons|safety reasons]], the springs in his rocket launchers were removed, and because of changes in the plastics used, his laser rifle and projectiles were not vacuum-metalized.

===Alternators===
*'''Silverstreak''' (Alternator, 2004)
**''Alternator ID number:'' '''4'''
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''BT-03'''
**''Accessories:'' Engine/beam rifle

[[Image:AlternatorsSilverstreak_toy.jpg|right|150px|thumb|Why did the [[Smokescreen (G1)|other guy]] get to be blue?]]

: The second Subaru Impreza toy released in the ''[[Alternators]]'' line was actually the first to be developed, but due to marketing suggestions, the more eye-catching Smokescreen was released first. Silverstreak transforms into a very accurate silver 2003 [[wikipedia:Subaru Impreza WRX|Subaru Impreza WRX]], with opening hood, trunk, and all four doors as well as a detailed interior. He also features working steering and rubber tires.

: His robot mode is based upon his original toy as well as his cartoon model, but with changes made to reflect modern standards of Transformers toys, as well as his new vehicle mode. He is armed with a laser rifle formed from his turbo intercooler and has the capacity to mount two spring-loaded rocket launchers on either side of his shoulders, though these were only included with the retool of ''[[Binaltech]]'' Smokescreen.

: Unusual for an ''Alternators'' release, Silverstreak was fully painted silver, similar to his ''Binaltech'' release. The silver paint on Silverstreak is more flat compared to the sparkled paint of the Binaltech version.

: The first shipment of the Alternator version used the right-side steering like the Japanese release. Soon afterwards, a modified version was released with the steering wheel on the left side of the vehicle.

: This mold was also used to make [[Ricochet (G1) (Autobot)|Ricochet]] and ''[[Binaltech Asterisk]]'' [[Red Alert (G1)|Alert]].

*'''Bluestreak''' (Binaltech, 2008)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''BT-19'''
**''Accessories:'' Engine/beam rifle

[[Image:Bluestreak BT19.jpg|right|100px|thumb|Finally! I became [[:Image:G1 Bluestreak boxart.jpg|blue]] at last. <small>Wait a [[:Image:Titanium_RM_Smokescreen.jpg|minute]].</small>]]

Bluestreak is a redeco of Binaltech Silverstreak. As his name suggest, Bluestreak's body is almost complete blue.
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===Universe===
*'''Silverstreak''' (Spy Changer, 2004)
**''Accessories:'' Beam Rifle

[[Image:UniverseSilverstreakSpy.jpg|left|thumb|130px|New name, old colors]]

: A redeco of ''[[Robots in Disguise (franchise)|Robots in Disguise]]'' [[Side Swipe (RID)|Side Swipe]], he is based upon his pre-G1 release "blue" colour scheme, with a silver hood. He is armed with a small gun that is disguised as a tailpipe in vehicle mode.

: The original release of this toy (and the others in the assortment), [[exclusive]] to Kay-Bee stores, came on cards that lacked a sub-line designation. Later releases that were also available through chains like Dollar General were put on ''[[Universe]]'' cards.

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===Smallest Transformers===
*'''Streak''' (2004)
*''Japanese ID Number:'' '''GTF X-3'''

[[Image:STFStreak_toy.jpg|right|thumb|150px|Not even the tiniest bit of blue]]

: A retool of [[Smallest Transforming Transformers|Smallest Transformers]] Prowl, STF Streak is a much simplified, much smaller replica of his original toy. Although resembling his G1 form, he has less articulation and his wheels do not roll. Streak was one of two [[chase figure]]s in the second wave of the line.

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===Merchandise===
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==Trivia==
* One of the longest-running [[Misconceptions and urban legends about Transformers|myths about Transformers]] is the existence of the "blue-sided Bluestreak" as shown in the original toy catalogs, which used one of the two different ''[[Diaclone]]'' variants of the Fairlady mold<ref name="diaclonet" />. No sealed samples of the blue-sided Bluestreak in a ''Transformers'' box have ''ever'' been found. Oddly enough, though the catalogs featured numerous pictures of toys that did not match up with finished product (like [[Astrotrain (G1)|Astrotrain]] and [[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor]]), blue-sided Bluestreak is the only one that seems to have taken on the "my brother's friend's cousin had one" status.

* In recent years, toys based on the Bluestreak character were renamed "Silverstreak" for [[trademark]] reasons, because a company named Gendron currently holds the trademark for "Toledo 'Blue Streak'" in the "toys" category.

* [[Aaron Archer]], as [[Orson]], when asked about the ''[[Commemorative Series]]'' Silverstreak's deco, said the figure was based on the 1984 version of figure rather than the 2002 [[e-Hobby]] "Streak" release due to his desire to give collectors a version closer to the one released in 1984. While this is most likely true, it may also have to do with [[Hasbro]]'s inability or desire not to release figures too similar to e-Hobby exclusives, thus a required change for Silverstreak from e-Hobby Streak.

* The deco for Hasbro's retool of the ''[[Alternators]]'' Acura RSX mold was originally designed with Bluestreak in mind, specifically the original Diaclone deco mentioned above. Early leaked packaging samples even sported an abbreviated form of the name "Bluestreak" on their license plates. Ultimately, however, Hasbro decided to rename the toy and release it as "[[Camshaft|Autobot Camshaft]]" instead, possibly because they already had a representation of the Bluestreak character in the ''Alternators'' line (Silverstreak).

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==Footnotes==
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==External links==
* [http://www.toybin.org/search.php?q=1984+Autobot+Bluestreak ToyBin Bluestreak Toy Gallery]

* [http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Bluestreak/bluestreak.htm Bluestreak at TFU.info]

* [http://www.ntfa.net/universe/english/index.php?act=view&char=Bluestreak Bluestreak's Universe profile at NTFA.net]

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