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Departure

2007-03-18T02:15:05Z

71.100.108.115: /* Items of note */

[[Image:Apelink Transfer Interlink.jpg|thumb|right|350px|Apelinq remorselessly steals someone else's catchphrase.]]
'''The Oracle gathers a motley crew of Transformers and sends them on various missions. '''

''The Vok return to Earth to continue the battle against Tarantulas' evil.''

=The Wreckers issue #1=

'''Script:''' <br>
'''Art:''' <br>
'''Lettering:''' <br>
'''Colors:''' <br>
'''Editor:'''

*''Major characters (in order of appearance):'' [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]], [[Hot Rod|Rodimus]], [[Ramulus]], [[Primal Prime]], [[Apelinq]], [[Tigatron]], [[Packrat]], [[Fractyl]], [[Cyclonus (G1)|Cyclonus]], [[Devcon]], [[Airazor (BW)|Airazor]], [[Tarantulas]], [[Ravage]]
*''Minor characters (in order of appearance):''[[Sky Garry]] (cameo)
*''Originally published:'' 2001

==Synopsis==
===Departure===
Engaged in a battle againse a fleet of [[Nightbird]]s, [[Daniel Witwicky]] and [[Wheelie]] are killed. This sent Daniel's friend [[Arcee]] into a sad state. [[Hot Rod|Rodimus]] and [[Springer]] talk about becoming [[Maximal]]s.

The Wreckers, [[Mutant (BW)|Mutants]] and [[Dinobots]] arrive on Cybertron and are sent on missions by the [[Oracle]]. Arcee, [[Dillo]], [[Mol]], [[Rav]], Skywarp, Cyclonus, Rotorbolt and Devcon join the Wreckers.

===Primeval Dawn, Part 1===
On prehistoric Earth just after the Maximals left at the end of the Beast Wars, The Vok return. They recreate Airazor and Tigatron as Transmetals, and then use the Matrix from Optimus Prime, the Transmetal 2 Driver, and the [[Master Blaster|control suit]] to create Primal Prime. Tarantulas and Ravage have both been revived from the dead and are making a new army of Predacons.

==Errors==
*When the Oracle is first addressing the crowd, all the text in the speech bubble ("It will soon be...") is repeated in the next bubble.

==Items of note==
*The main story takes place on Cybertron during ''Beast Machines'', while ''Primeval Dawn'' is set on prehistoric Earth, after ''Beast Wars''.
*The shuttle that the Autobots, minus Daniel and Wheelie, use to escape the horde of Nightbirds is actually the autobot [[Sky Garry]] from the [[Battlestars]] series.

==See also==
[[Universe (comic)]]

[[Category: Universe]]
[[Category: 3H issues]]<div id="wikia-credits"><br /><br /><small>From [http://transformers.wikia.com Teletraan I: The Transformers Wiki], a [http://www.wikia.com Wikia] wiki.</small></div>

Departure

2007-03-18T01:07:49Z

71.100.108.115: /* The Wreckers issue #1 */

[[Image:Apelink Transfer Interlink.jpg|thumb|right|350px|Apelinq remorselessly steals someone else's catchphrase.]]
'''The Oracle gathers a motley crew of Transformers and sends them on various missions. '''

''The Vok return to Earth to continue the battle against Tarantulas' evil.''

=The Wreckers issue #1=

'''Script:''' <br>
'''Art:''' <br>
'''Lettering:''' <br>
'''Colors:''' <br>
'''Editor:'''

*''Major characters (in order of appearance):'' [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]], [[Hot Rod|Rodimus]], [[Ramulus]], [[Primal Prime]], [[Apelinq]], [[Tigatron]], [[Packrat]], [[Fractyl]], [[Cyclonus (G1)|Cyclonus]], [[Devcon]], [[Airazor (BW)|Airazor]], [[Tarantulas]], [[Ravage]]
*''Minor characters (in order of appearance):''[[Sky Garry]] (cameo)
*''Originally published:'' 2001

==Synopsis==
===Departure===
Engaged in a battle againse a fleet of [[Nightbird]]s, [[Daniel Witwicky]] and [[Wheelie]] are killed. This sent Daniel's friend [[Arcee]] into a sad state. [[Hot Rod|Rodimus]] and [[Springer]] talk about becoming [[Maximal]]s.

The Wreckers, [[Mutant (BW)|Mutants]] and [[Dinobots]] arrive on Cybertron and are sent on missions by the [[Oracle]]. Arcee, [[Dillo]], [[Mol]], [[Rav]], Skywarp, Cyclonus, Rotorbolt and Devcon join the Wreckers.

===Primeval Dawn, Part 1===
On prehistoric Earth just after the Maximals left at the end of the Beast Wars, The Vok return. They recreate Airazor and Tigatron as Transmetals, and then use the Matrix from Optimus Prime, the Transmetal 2 Driver, and the [[Master Blaster|control suit]] to create Primal Prime. Tarantulas and Ravage have both been revived from the dead and are making a new army of Predacons.

==Errors==
*When the Oracle is first addressing the crowd, all the text in the speech bubble ("It will soon be...") is repeated in the next bubble.

==Items of note==
*The main story takes place on Cybertron during ''Beast Machines'', while ''Primeval Dawn'' is set on prehistoric Earth, after ''Beast Wars''.
*The shuttle that the Autobots, minus Daniel and Wheelie, use to escape the horde of Nightbirds is actually [[Sky Garry]] from the [[Battlestars]] series.

==See also==
[[Universe (comic)]]

[[Category: Universe]]
[[Category: 3H issues]]<div id="wikia-credits"><br /><br /><small>From [http://transformers.wikia.com Teletraan I: The Transformers Wiki], a [http://www.wikia.com Wikia] wiki.</small></div>

Departure

2007-03-18T01:07:09Z

71.100.108.115: /* Items of note */

[[Image:Apelink Transfer Interlink.jpg|thumb|right|350px|Apelinq remorselessly steals someone else's catchphrase.]]
'''The Oracle gathers a motley crew of Transformers and sends them on various missions. '''

''The Vok return to Earth to continue the battle against Tarantulas' evil.''

=The Wreckers issue #1=

'''Script:''' <br>
'''Art:''' <br>
'''Lettering:''' <br>
'''Colors:''' <br>
'''Editor:'''

*''Major characters (in order of appearance):'' [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]], [[Hot Rod|Rodimus]], [[Ramulus]], [[Primal Prime]], [[Apelinq]], [[Tigatron]], [[Packrat]], [[Fractyl]], [[Cyclonus (G1)|Cyclonus]], [[Devcon]], [[Airazor (BW)|Airazor]], [[Tarantulas]], [[Ravage]]
*''Minor characters (in order of appearance):''
*''Originally published:'' 2001

==Synopsis==
===Departure===
Engaged in a battle againse a fleet of [[Nightbird]]s, [[Daniel Witwicky]] and [[Wheelie]] are killed. This sent Daniel's friend [[Arcee]] into a sad state. [[Hot Rod|Rodimus]] and [[Springer]] talk about becoming [[Maximal]]s.

The Wreckers, [[Mutant (BW)|Mutants]] and [[Dinobots]] arrive on Cybertron and are sent on missions by the [[Oracle]]. Arcee, [[Dillo]], [[Mol]], [[Rav]], Skywarp, Cyclonus, Rotorbolt and Devcon join the Wreckers.

===Primeval Dawn, Part 1===
On prehistoric Earth just after the Maximals left at the end of the Beast Wars, The Vok return. They recreate Airazor and Tigatron as Transmetals, and then use the Matrix from Optimus Prime, the Transmetal 2 Driver, and the [[Master Blaster|control suit]] to create Primal Prime. Tarantulas and Ravage have both been revived from the dead and are making a new army of Predacons.

==Errors==
*When the Oracle is first addressing the crowd, all the text in the speech bubble ("It will soon be...") is repeated in the next bubble.

==Items of note==
*The main story takes place on Cybertron during ''Beast Machines'', while ''Primeval Dawn'' is set on prehistoric Earth, after ''Beast Wars''.
*The shuttle that the Autobots, minus Daniel and Wheelie, use to escape the horde of Nightbirds is actually [[Sky Garry]] from the [[Battlestars]] series.

==See also==
[[Universe (comic)]]

[[Category: Universe]]
[[Category: 3H issues]]<div id="wikia-credits"><br /><br /><small>From [http://transformers.wikia.com Teletraan I: The Transformers Wiki], a [http://www.wikia.com Wikia] wiki.</small></div>

Departure

2007-03-18T01:06:52Z

71.100.108.115: /* Items of note */

[[Image:Apelink Transfer Interlink.jpg|thumb|right|350px|Apelinq remorselessly steals someone else's catchphrase.]]
'''The Oracle gathers a motley crew of Transformers and sends them on various missions. '''

''The Vok return to Earth to continue the battle against Tarantulas' evil.''

=The Wreckers issue #1=

'''Script:''' <br>
'''Art:''' <br>
'''Lettering:''' <br>
'''Colors:''' <br>
'''Editor:'''

*''Major characters (in order of appearance):'' [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]], [[Hot Rod|Rodimus]], [[Ramulus]], [[Primal Prime]], [[Apelinq]], [[Tigatron]], [[Packrat]], [[Fractyl]], [[Cyclonus (G1)|Cyclonus]], [[Devcon]], [[Airazor (BW)|Airazor]], [[Tarantulas]], [[Ravage]]
*''Minor characters (in order of appearance):''
*''Originally published:'' 2001

==Synopsis==
===Departure===
Engaged in a battle againse a fleet of [[Nightbird]]s, [[Daniel Witwicky]] and [[Wheelie]] are killed. This sent Daniel's friend [[Arcee]] into a sad state. [[Hot Rod|Rodimus]] and [[Springer]] talk about becoming [[Maximal]]s.

The Wreckers, [[Mutant (BW)|Mutants]] and [[Dinobots]] arrive on Cybertron and are sent on missions by the [[Oracle]]. Arcee, [[Dillo]], [[Mol]], [[Rav]], Skywarp, Cyclonus, Rotorbolt and Devcon join the Wreckers.

===Primeval Dawn, Part 1===
On prehistoric Earth just after the Maximals left at the end of the Beast Wars, The Vok return. They recreate Airazor and Tigatron as Transmetals, and then use the Matrix from Optimus Prime, the Transmetal 2 Driver, and the [[Master Blaster|control suit]] to create Primal Prime. Tarantulas and Ravage have both been revived from the dead and are making a new army of Predacons.

==Errors==
*When the Oracle is first addressing the crowd, all the text in the speech bubble ("It will soon be...") is repeated in the next bubble.

==Items of note==
*The main story takes place on Cybertron during ''Beast Machines'', while ''Primeval Dawn'' is set on prehistoric Earth, after ''Beast Wars''.
*The shuttle that the Autobots, minus Daniel and Wheelie, use to escape the horde of Nightbirds is actually '[[Sky Garry]] from the [[Battlestars]] series.

==See also==
[[Universe (comic)]]

[[Category: Universe]]
[[Category: 3H issues]]<div id="wikia-credits"><br /><br /><small>From [http://transformers.wikia.com Teletraan I: The Transformers Wiki], a [http://www.wikia.com Wikia] wiki.</small></div>

Terminus (issue)

2007-03-18T00:27:19Z

71.100.108.115: /* Synopsis */

The conclusion to the [[Reaching the Omega Point]] story, available at [[BotCon 2000]].

=Tales of the Beast Wars: Reaching the Omega Point=
'''Plot:''' <br>
'''Script:''' <br>
'''Pencils:''' <br>
'''Inks:''' <br>
'''Lettering:''' <br>
'''Colors:''' <br>

*''Major characters (in order of appearance):''
*''Originally published:''

==Synopsis==
Shokaract begins to live up to his name. As he and the Beasties battle, the Covenanti arrive from the future and assault him as well. Megatron, though, guesses correctly at Shokaract's intentions, and he slinks into the cave to fire upon the Dark Essence. It seems that Unicron is in constant danger of being pulled back to 2005, and the threat posed by Megatron's onslaught is critical. So Shokaract uses the future Dark Essence that he carries with him to cement the past Dark Essence's hold in space-time.

Meanwhile, temporal reality begins to break apart: Beast Warriors from alternate timelines (like [[Polar Claw]] and [[Torca]]) are pulled into the melee. Plus several G1 figures (such as [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] and [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]) also arrive from the future, having reconsidered their J'nwan solitude. Even Apelinq, who had silently observed the Beast Wars for quite some time, pitches in at last. As Shokaract fends off these new combatants, he somehow resurrects the mind-wiped Antagony and atomized Cataclysm. However, the Covenanti turn themselves into energy beings and enter his Matrix of Conquest, where they merge into a [[Primus]]-like being, fight Unicron's Essence and sever the bond that's holding the past Essence in place.

As the past Essence is pulled to its final destiny, history begins to rewrite itself. Transwarp portals open for all the displaced
combatants, and as they retreat to their own times and places, Shokaract explodes mightily.

And finally, we see the Hunter, on his way to the cave where his dark destiny awaits, but what he discovers is nothing at all.

[[Category:Comics]]
[[Category:3H issues]]<div id="wikia-credits"><br /><br /><small>From [http://transformers.wikia.com Teletraan I: The Transformers Wiki], a [http://www.wikia.com Wikia] wiki.</small></div>

Terminus (issue)

2007-03-18T00:26:46Z

71.100.108.115: /* Synopsis */

The conclusion to the [[Reaching the Omega Point]] story, available at [[BotCon 2000]].

=Tales of the Beast Wars: Reaching the Omega Point=
'''Plot:''' <br>
'''Script:''' <br>
'''Pencils:''' <br>
'''Inks:''' <br>
'''Lettering:''' <br>
'''Colors:''' <br>

*''Major characters (in order of appearance):''
*''Originally published:''

==Synopsis==
Shokaract begins to live up to his name. As he and the Beasties battle, the Covenanti arrive from the future and assault him as well. Megatron, though, guesses correctly at Shokaract's intentions, and he slinks into the cave to fire upon the Dark Essence. It seems that Unicron is in constant danger of being pulled back to 2005, and the threat posed by Megatron's onslaught is critical. So Shokaract uses the future Dark Essence that he carries with him to cement the past Dark Essence's hold in space-time.

Meanwhile, temporal reality begins to break apart: Beast Warriors from alternate timelines (like [[Polar Claw]] and [[Torca]]) are pulled into the melee. Plus several G1 figures (such as [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] and [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]) also arrive from the future, having reconsidered their J'nwan solitude. Even Apelinq, who had silently observed the Beast Wars for quite some time, pitches in at last. As Shokaract fends off these new combatants, he somehow resurrects the mind-wiped Antagony and atomized Cataclysm. However, the Covenanti turn themselves into energy beings and enter his Matrix of Conquest, where they merge into a Primus-like being, fight Unicron's Essence and sever the bond that's holding the past Essence in place.

As the past Essence is pulled to its final destiny, history begins to rewrite itself. Transwarp portals open for all the displaced
combatants, and as they retreat to their own times and places, Shokaract explodes mightily.

And finally, we see the Hunter, on his way to the cave where his dark destiny awaits, but what he discovers is nothing at all.

[[Category:Comics]]
[[Category:3H issues]]<div id="wikia-credits"><br /><br /><small>From [http://transformers.wikia.com Teletraan I: The Transformers Wiki], a [http://www.wikia.com Wikia] wiki.</small></div>

Overload (Armada)

2007-03-17T20:17:17Z

71.100.108.115: /* ''Armada'' */

{{disambig3|Overload}}
:''Overload is an [[Autobot]] from the [[Armada]] portion of the [[Unicron Trilogy]] [[continuity family]].''

Who '''Overload''' is depends on which continuity you're looking at. Sometimes "Overload" is simply the name of the armored-up form of the [[Mini-Con]] [[Rollout (Armada)|Rollout]]. And sometimes he's a separate entity... okay, a separate entitiy who uses someone else to form his chest and head, but still.

:''Japanese name:'' '''Ultra Magnus'''

==Fiction==
===Dreamwave comics continuity===
====''Armada''====

====''Energon''====

===Animated continuity===
====''Armada''====

[[Image:ArmOverloadToon01.jpg|thumb|Hey! Over here! Behind the geek and the undead guy!]]

====''Linkage'' mini-comics====
Overload, flanked by [[Tidal Wave]] (who happens to form extra artillery for the [[Megatron (Armada)|Decepticon leader]]), engaged the forces of [[Unicron]] with some heavy [[Powerlinx]] artillery, using [[Prowl (Armada)|Prowl]] and [[Kingbolt]] in their pistol modes, plus [[Quench]] in his missile launcher mode.

{{-}}
==Toys==
===Armada===
*'''Overload with Mini-Con Rollout''' (Max-Con, 2003)
:''Japanese ID number'': '''MC-14'''

: Overload is a red and black carrier truck capable of carrying [[Jetfire (Armada)|Jetfire]] in his vehicle mode. His robot mode, in which his [[Mini-Con]], [[Rollout]], acts as his [[Headmaster|head]], is a heavily armed robot with a vague resemblance to [[Generation 1]]'s [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] (thus the Japanese name), though it actually (according to [[Joe Kyde|the designer]]) has more details from the [[Action Master]] [[Rollout (G1)|Rollout]]. Overload can be pulled by Rollout in his altmode, [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]]'s cab, or attached to Optimus' trailer to form a double trailer. Overload can also transform into a dual spring-loaded missile-firing cannon pack for Optimus Prime's super mode, and can also attach to Prime's trailer in its "base" mode.

: The Overload mold was reused for ''Energon'' [[Ultra Magnus (Energon)|Ultra Magnus]], and was retooled by [[OTFCC]] for ''[[Universe]]'' [[Sentinel Maximus]] with a new head mold.

*'''Magna Convoy DX Set''' (Multi-pack, 2003)

: Overload and Rollout were cast in colored-clear plastics (dubbed "'''Ultra Magnus Special Clear Version'''"), and made available only in a Japanese Toys "R" Us [[exclusive]] multi-pack, coming with Optimus Prime in his "Final Battle Color Version" (aka [[Powerlinx]] colors), [[Sparkplug (Armada)|Corona Sparkplug]], and an [[X-Dimension]] [[redeco]] of the [[Street Action Mini-Con Team]].

*'''Special Ultra Magnus''' (Max-Con, 2003)

: 100 samples of this "sky blue" redeco of Overload and Rollout were given away as prizes in a contest from the Japanese ''Tele-V Magazine'' in October 2003.

===Energon===
*'''Optimus Prime with Mini-Con Corona Sparkplug & Overload with Mini-Con Rollout''' (Multi-pack, 2004)

: For this Costco-[[exclusive]] set, Overload (and Rollout) was redecoed into a predominantly yellow scheme with burgundy accents. He came with a new-deco version of ''Armada'' Optimus Prime and [[Sparkplug (Armada)|Sparkplug]] (who, despite his larger partner's new duds, remained pretty much the same).

==Trivia==
* Overload's entry in Dreamwave's ''Armada: [[More than Meets the Eye]]'' profile series claims that his combination with [[Rollout]] uses "[[Headmaster]] technology." The [[Armada Fleer card series|Fleer card]] for Rollout also makes mention of this.

* According to [[Hirofumi Ichikawa]], he intended to have a sub-plot explaining just where the hell Overload came from in the [[Linkage (comic)|"Linkage" mini-comics]], but didn't have the space to do so, so he dropped it in favor of focusing on the A-plot and cramming in what DVD-exclusive-character moments he could.

==External links==
* [http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/Overload/overload.htm Overload at TFU.info]

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Cyclonus (G1)

2007-03-17T17:40:14Z

71.100.108.115: /* Universe */

{{disambig2|the [[Generation 1]] [[Decepticon]] spacecraft|the [[Unicron Trilogy]] Decepticon helicopter|Cyclonus (Armada)}}

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

[[Image:Cyclonus_toy.jpg|right|250px|thumb|Darling one, read my words and hear my heart speak of a love soft and undying: a love that will be with you always.]]

'''Cyclonus''' is a Decepticon created by [[Unicron]], a being whose loyalty to [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] and the Decepticon cause is so intense as to exclude most other emotions and interests from his mind. He is dedicated to destruction in his leader's name.

==Fiction==
===Animated continuity===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Roger C. Carmel]] → [[Jack Angel]] (US), [[Minoru Inaba]] → [[Tomomichi Nishimura]] (Japan)

:''Carmel frequently proved unable to keep any consistency with Cyclonus's voice from episode to episode, rising and falling in pitch and tone repeatedly. Following his death, Jack Angel took up the role for the final five episodes of the series.''

In the year 2005, after an abortive attack on [[Autobot City]], the evil [[Decepticons]] found it necessary to jettison excess weight from their craft to make it back to their homeworld of [[Cybertron]]. The injured and dying Decepticons were chosen to be ejected into the void of space, including the commander, [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]], but when their bodies were recovered by the world-eater, [[Unicron]], they were reborn as deadly new warriors in the service of the recreated Megatron, now known as [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]].

Immediately following his creation, Cyclonus served as little more than Galvatron’s personal ship and attack dog, carrying his leader to [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]]’s coronation, into the battle in [[Autobot City]] and to the [[Junkion (planet)|planet of Junk]], attacking and crippling the shuttle of [[Hot Rod]] and [[Kup]] in the midst of it all. After the destruction of Unicron, however, when Galvatron was lost, Cyclonus came into his own, his loyalty to the Decepticons’ absent leader shaping his character in different ways.

[[Image:Cyclonus_toon.jpg|left|thumb|An actually loyal soldier.]]

Disgusted with how far the leaderless Decepticons had fallen as they eked out a miserable existence on the barren world of [[Chaar]], Cyclonus resolved to locate Galvatron, daring even to enter Unicron’s deactivated, disembodied head and replaying its memory banks, tracing Galvatron to the world of [[Thrull]]. Unfortunately, once extricated from a pool of the planet’s plasma-lava, Galvatron proved to have been driven insane from exposure to it and brutalized Cyclonus and the [[Sweep]]s before being talked down and returned to his position as leader.

[[Image:Cyclonus_jet.jpg|right|thumb|Never realized he'd sprung a leak.]]

As 2006 settled in, Cyclonus was captured by a [[Quintesson]] scientist for study, along with [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]], [[Wreck-Gar]] and [[Marissa Faireborn]], but when the entire group was sucked through a [[black hole]] into a negative universe, they were forced to work together to escape; Cyclonus and Magnus developed a grudging respect for each other as warriors, but vowed that when they met again on the battlefield, it would be as enemies.

Some time later, outnumbered and fleeing from the [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbot]]s, Cyclonus and [[Scourge (G1)|Scourge]] took refuge inside a vortex, which transported them to the pacifistic, energy-rich planet of [[Paradron (planet)|Paradron]], which had been settled by Cybertronian refugees. Naturally, the duo immediately overthrew the planet and summoned Galvatron and the other Decepticons there; the plan was ultimately foiled by the Autobots, but at the cost of Paradron itself, which was destroyed. Cyclonus later had his body possessed by the ghost of the deceased Decepticon, Starscream, and went on to clash with Ultra Magnus again aboard the Autobot records asteroid with the fate of [[Daniel Witwicky]] in the balance.

[[Image:Cyclonus_alt.jpg|left|thumb|Cyclonus's alternate robot mode design, as seen in "[[Starscream's Ghost]]". Compare to the previous robot mode pic, above.]]

When a group of Decepticons, tired of being beaten and abused by the deranged Galvatron, confronted Cyclonus and demanded that he do something about the situation, Cyclonus was so short on options that he accepted the advice of a Quintesson, and tricked Galvatron into accompanying him to the therapeutic mental institution on planet [[Torkulon]]. It pained Cyclonus to see his leader so demented as each attempted therapy met with failure, but when the Torkuli attempted to cure Galvatron by removing the damaged part of his mind, thereby leaving him a vegetable, Cyclonus sprang into action, only to be restrained. Patched into the sentient network of the planet, rather than be cured, Galvatron infected the world itself with his madness and freed himself, decimating the planet and decided to turn his attention back to fighting the Autobots, rather than dwell on Cyclonus’s deception.

Later, Cyclonus was among the Transformers turned into an energy vampire by the [[Trans-Organic]] [[Dweller]], thrown to the beast by Galvatron to delay his own fate – though he hesitated for a moment before fleeing, almost repentant for his action. Later still, he, along with a group of Autobots and Quintessons, were transported into a region of space cordoned off by the Quintessons, landing on the planet [[Zamojin]], where Cyclonus aided the Quintessons in acquiring [[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor]]’s [[Universal Emulator]], in order to repair their systems and return to normal space. When the [[Hate Plague]] swept the universe, Cyclonus was infected and took leadership of the afflicted Decepticons, hunting down Galvatron and tracking him and a group of Autobots into the depths of Chaar and infected scientist [[Jessica Morgan]].

[[Image:Cyclonus_tm.jpg|right|thumb|See this? This... is my NIGHTSTICK!]]

In 2007, Cyclonus participated in the massive Decepticon attack on Autobot City which culminated in the theft of the key to the [[Plasma Energy Chamber]]. When the chamber was then opened, the energy released blasted the key and a group of Autobots across the galaxy to the planet [[Nebulos]], and Cyclonus and Scourge led a team of Decepticons in pursuit, attacking and capturing several of the Autobots. To battle them, the remaining Autobots combined with a group of Nebulan rebels into “[[Headmaster]]s” and bested them in combat. Having learned of his fusion of Transformer and Nebulan, the [[Hive]], the evil ruling council of Nebulos, approached the Decepticons to repeat the process, but Cyclonus argued them down to taking the heads of only the animal-mode Decepticons, and merely the weapons of the others.

Consequently, Cyclonus became a [[Targetmaster]] as his handgun was converted into an exo-suit for the Hive member [[Nightstick]], giving them enhanced targeting abilities and firepower. Reclaiming the chamber key with their superior powers, the Decepticons headed back to Cybertron aboard the giant robot [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]], where Cyclonus attempted to convince the disgusted Galvatron of the benefits of being bonded to the Nebulans. The Autobots soon arrived back on Cybertron and invaded Scorponok, only to be captured by the Decepticons, and almost executed by Cyclonus before being saved by [[Spike Witwicky]] and [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]]. The Decepticons’ plan was subsequently thwarted by Spike and the Nebulans, and they were sent spiralling off through space aboard Scorponok by a tendril of plasma energy.

====Who is Cyclonus?====

[[Image:Cyclonus_tf1.jpg|left|thumb|Bombshell and Skywarp]]

When the injured Decepticons are transformed by Unicron, two identical Cyclonus robots are simultaneously created (as opposed to Scourge and the Sweeps, who were created one after the other in short order) – in the foreground, the [[Insecticon]], [[Bombshell]], becomes one, while in the background, Decepticon jet [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]] becomes another. The dialogue which accompanies this scene claims that we are seeing "Cyclonus... and his [[Armada (G1)|armada]]." But, clearly, one warrior does not make an armada – the line is, in fact, a carry over from the original script, in which Cyclonus was intended to have multiple identical duplicates, in the same way that Scourge had the Sweeps.

However, the idea was apparently abandoned right after this scene – the second Cyclonus immediately disappears for the remainder of the film and is abruptly replaced with a third Sweep, where only two had existed before (although despite this, some fans choose not discount the existence of the second Cyclonus, and, somewhat irreverently, refer to him as a second character actually named "[[Armada (G1)|Armada]]"). The only other instances of duplicate Cyclonus robots are in ''Five Faces of Darkness, Part Five'' and ''The Quintesson Journal'', but these examples are generally discounted by fans due to the episodes' infamously poor, error-riddled animation (though it could be argued that if Bombshell were Cyclonus, he could have retained his Insecticon cloning ability to create these extra copies of himself).

[[Image:Cyclonus_tf2.jpg|right|thumb|Cyclonus "and his armada"]]

As the Cyclonus duplicate, then, has the unfortunate fate of retroactively never having actually existed, the nature of the scene depicting Cyclonus's creation became open to interpretation among fans, who have long debated the question - who truly became the one and only Cyclonus who appears in the series - Bombshell or Skywarp?

The only explicit written statement on the matter comes, originally, from Cyclonus' ''[[Transformers Universe (Marvel comic)|Transformers Universe]]'' bio, which states that he is made from the "parts of dead Decepticons". This plural body-parts origin is echoed in his much later [[Heroes of Cybertron]] bio. However, as noted above, the visuals in the scene as-animated certainly imply that it was one old body per new body, without mixing and matching, and favoring "Bombshell" as the answer because of the blocking of the shot. The movie script is silent, or rather, completely apathetic on the matter: it states that the "other Decepticons" are turned into Scourge and Cyclonus and their minions, with no statements about particular bodies.

It is mainly through disatisfaction with the asymmetry of the fates of Thundercracker and Skywarp that some fans reject the staging and favor Skywarp. The primary argument in Skywarp's favor is the following: Since Thundercracker the blue jet who was with Megatron since they were aboard the ''[[Nemesis]]'' became Galvatron's blue spaceship lieutenant, ''is simply should be'' that Skywarp the purple(-accented) jet who was with Megatron since the ''Nemesis'' would become Galvatron's purple spaceship lieutenant. Although Bombshell also has purple in his color scheme, he did not transform into a vehicle, nor was he ever part of Megatron's inner circle so to speak.

[[Image:Idwwhoiscyclonus.jpg|left|thumb|200px|Not to be confused with [[Cyclonus (Armada)|Armada Cyclonus]]]]Other aspects of the argument make claims regarding the personalities of the characters; for example, Bombshell held a high-ranking position within Insecticons (alternating leadership with Shrapnel), while Skywarp was an unintelligent soldier, making the former more suited to being Cyclonus; conversely Skywarp was very loyal to Megatron, while the Insecticons never saw eye-to-eye with him, making Skywarp the better candidate.

A third camp feels that it does not matter who became Cyclonus, holding that both candidates were dead at the time, and, ultimately, arguments on the matter seem irrelevant, as Cyclonus never displays any inklings of a past life, whatever life that might have been.

For what it's worth in terms of [[retcon|retroactive canon-making]], [[IDW]]'s 20th anniversary adaptation, ''[[Transformers: The Animated Movie]]'', presented the scene precisely as animated in the movie, with Bombshell in the foreground declared as Cyclonus through a caption box, and Skywarp in the background marked as his armada.

====Headmasters cartoon====

Cyclonus and Scourge continued to make token appearances when the new Headmaster warriors arrived to dominate the Cybertonian war, but their intelligences seemed to markedly decrease until they were little more than cackling, bumbling henchmen - for example, during the attack on the planet [[Beest]], Cyclonus attempted to drop a rock on Rodimus Prime, but accidentally clobbered Galvatron instead, and ran away yelping in fear. Later, when [[Sixshot (G1)|Sixshot]] attempted to extort energy from six countries using each of his six modes, the duo completely botched his scheme when they failed to realize that he was behind it and attacked him with [[Trypticon]].

===Marvel Comics continuity===

[[Image:Cyclonus_comic.jpg|left|thumb|How does my cartoon self make being a tool look so much cooler?]]

''In a future timeline similar but different to that depicted in the animated continuity, set in 2006, rather than 2005,'' (2006 being the original date for the movie, amended to 2005 after the comics were penned) ''Cyclonus was also a creation of Unicron, remade from the body of a dispatched Decepticon. Following Unicron's consumption of Cybertron's moons, Galvatron, Cyclonus and Scourge travelled back in time to 1986 as part of a plan to free themselves from Unicron's control by constructing a massive cannon that would destroy him upon their return to the future. The three Unicronian Decepticons proved themselves almost invincible in the face of the Autobots attacks, but were finally defeated when Galvatron was duped into believing he was trapped in a temporal paradox, and returned to his own time to live out the remaining events 2006.''

''['''Note''': Amusingly, during this story, Furman’s misinterpretation of the movie summary he had read (having not yet actually seen the feature), which referenced the fading “life spark” of a Decepticon, led to Cyclonus actually claiming he had been rebuilt from a Decepticon named “Life Spark.”]''

''Following the destruction of Unicron at the hands of Rodimus Prime and the [[Matrix]], Galvatron transported himself back in time to 1987, leaving Cyclonus and Scourge in the future, under [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]’s command. The duo were attacked by the freelance peace-keeping agent, [[Death's Head]], who was seeking the bounty on Galvatron’s head, and Cyclonus revealed Galvatron’s whereabouts to him. Later, Shockwave hired Death’s Head to kill Rodimus Prime, but Cyclonus and Scourge interfered with the job as they sought to kill Rodimus first, in order to reclaim their lost standing amongst the Decepticons. This did not please Death’s Head, and consequently, he willingly accepted a contract from Rodimus to hunt down Cyclonus and Scourge, eventually tracking them down to the planet of Junk as 2008 dawned. Before he could finish the job, however, all three of them fell under the mind-controlling influence of Unicron, whose disembodied head had survived the destruction of his body and had landed on the planet, where he was having the native Junkions construct a new body for him.''

''Under Unicron's control, Cyclonus and Scourge killed Shockwave and became Decepticon leaders, reigniting the stalemated Cybertronian war to a furious degree to cover Unicron's actions. Death's Head, however, was able to fight the mind control and work with the Autobots' long enough to stop the chaos-bringer's plan. As explosions destroyed Unicron, Death's Head tackled Cyclonus and Scourge, pushing them through a time portal Unicron had built, promising to kill them another time. Cyclonus and Scourge were hurled into the past of Cybertron by the portal, where they came under the command of Scorponok.''

Travelling to Nebulos with the rest of Scorponok's forces, they became Targetmasters and then travelled to present day Earth. ''Once there, they sought out Galvatron, and, no longer willing to serve him, instead demanded that he hand over his time travel device so that they could return to the future and their position as Decepticon leaders. The confrontation was disrupted by the sudden appearance of the Autobot commando squad, the [[Wreckers]], who drew the ensuing battle away from the human settlement it was taking place in by professing to have stolen Galvatron's time jump mechanism, when in reality, the Decepticon no longer even had it for them to take.''

''Having met with failure again, Cyclonus and Scourge decided to cut their losses and team up with Shockwave's present-day Earth-based Decepticon forces.'' (At this point in time, the comic book personalities of Scourge and Cyclonus had been well-established, and distinctly different from the cartoon - here, Scourge was the intelligent, scheming brains of the duo, while Cyclonus was the dull-witted brawn, and that personality trait remained as strong as ever.)

[[Image:Cyclonus_death.jpg|right|thumb|"Handles on your head are the latest thing," Unicron says to me. "You'll look so trendy with head-handles." Slaggin'-A. Does this ever happen to Wreck-Gar? Not that he'd care, I guess.]]''Unfortunately, Cyclonus accidentally let slip that they would kill Shockwave in the future. Naturally wanting to ensure his continued existence, Shockwave unleashed a brainwashed Megatron clone upon the two. Seized by the clone, Cyclonus’s Targetmaster partner, Nightstick, was crushed, and as Cyclonus begged Scourge for help, his companion fled to save his own life and Cyclonus’s head was torn from his body, killing him outright.''

''Cyclonus and Scourge’s displacement into the past had circumvented the normal mass-replacement method used by time-travel, and had hence unbalanced the space-time continuum, causing a rift to appear in the fabric of space and time. Cyclonus’s death, twenty years before he was even created, proved to be the final straw, accelerating the rift, which soon threatened to consume Earth and Cybertron. Realising that the only way to stop it was to return himself, Galvatron and Cyclonus to their original time, Scourge attempted to recover Cyclonus’s body from Shockwave, only to be attacked by the deranged Decepticon, who had lost his mind due to the illogical nature of the situation, and had strung Cyclonus’s remains up like a twisted trophy. [[Ravage (G1)|Ravage]], however, was able to bring Shockwave back sanity enough for him to deposit Cyclonus’s remains after Galvatron and Scourge, and then seal it with an x-ray blast.''

An alternate version of Cyclonus later made a brief appearance, inhabiting an alternate future world of 2009 where Cybertron had been destroyed and Galvatron ruled Earth. In this future world, Cyclonus failed to stop an Autobot/human rebel invasion of the main Decepticon base, and was destroyed by an enraged Galvatron for his failure.

===3H Wreckers comics continuity===

[[Image: Cyclonus_botcon.jpg|right|thumb|SUPERSTAR ART]]Despite [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]]'s attempts to implant his spark within a [[Vehicon]] body, Cyclonus retained his own mind and set out to fulfil his Decepticon heritage alongside the other renegade Vehicons, Skywarp and [[Rotorbolt (Universe)|Rotorbolt]]. As the rag-tag group of Autobots known as the [[Wreckers]] attempted to flee Cybertron, but found their way to their spaceship barred by Vehicon drones, the trio came to their aid, joining the team and departing Cybertron with them. When the Wreckers then acquired a mysterious energy-generating crystal named the "[[Divine Light]]", Cyclonus killed the [[Maximal]] [[Packrat]] and stole it, fleeing in order to deliver it to his true master, [[Cryotek]].

''['''Note''': Notably, the writers of the comic apparently subscribe to the notion that Bombshell became Cyclonus, as Skywarp is shown to coexist with him.]''

===Dreamwave Comics continuity===

Cyclonus is a creation of [[Unicron]] built within pods inside the chaos-bringer’s body, constructed from the remnants of matter he ingested in his ongoing consumption of planets. Although Scourge played a larger role in events, Cyclonus’s appearance was brief – he was simply shown smashing his way out of his pod after Unicron consumed the planet [[Lithone]] in the wake of his reactivation.

''['''Note''': Future stories would have brought Cyclonus to the fore as he attacked the base of the Earth Defence Command in order to retrieve Scourge, who was being held there. Due to [[Dreamwave]]'s plunge into insolvency, these stories were never published.]''

==Toys==

===Generation 1===
*'''Cyclonus''' (1986)
:''Japanese ID number:'' '''D-70'''
[[Image:G1Cyclonus_toy.jpg|left|thumb|Shoulders by [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Piet_Mondrian Mondrian.]]]

: Cyclonus transforms into a purple cybertronic fighter craft. Early releases of Cyclonus came with the belt and part of the "ears" painted blue. Later releases had those areas unpainted.

: Cyclonus, like the other new characters created for ''Transformers: The Movie'', was designed for animation first, and had his toy based on these designs. However, as with the other characters, the toy was based on an earlier design, most notably featuring folded back wings, while his animation model underwent further modifications before being finalised. The earlier design was the basis for the Marvel Comics version of the character, and also erroneously appeared in a few instances in the animated series.

*'''Targetmaster Cyclonus''' (1987)

: Cyclonus's fist holes were widened to accommodate his Nebulan partner, Nightstick, who replaced his previous handgun. This version of the toy was not released in Japan.

===Universe===
*'''Cyclonus''' (Ultra, 2002)
[[Image:BotconCyclonus_toy.jpg|left|thumb|Looks like [[Jetstorm]]'s got some competition in the skies]]

: ''Universe'' Cyclonus is a redeco of ''[[Beast Machines]]'' [[Jetstorm|Ultra Jetstorm]], replacing blue with lavender, purple and grey, and the yellows with red. His [[spark]] crystal was tampographed with a Decepticon sigil.

: Cyclonus was available exclusively at [[BotCon 2002]].

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==Merchandise==
===Super Collection Figure===
*'''Cyclonus''' (2002)
[[Image:SCFCyclonus_colour.jpg|right|thumb|125px|His head comes off, too!]]

: A PVC figurine of Cyclonus was part of the eighth act of [[Takara]]'s [[Super Collection Figure]] series in 2002. Each case of 12 PVCs had two Cyclonuses; one in full-color, the other pewter-finish. It was later released as part of the third wave of [[Hasbro]]'s ''[[Heroes of Cybertron]]'' line in 2003, with it's pointed edges rounded off for safety.

===Hard Hero===
*'''Cyclonus''' (2005)
[[Image:HHCyclonus_bust.jpg|left|thumb|128px|Galvatron needs my legs? Then I shall GIIIIIVE till it HUUUUUURTS!]]

: In May 2005, [[Hard Hero]] released a Cyclonus polystone bust based upon his cartoon appearances.

: At the same time, Hard Hero also made a limited run of 100 pieces painted metallic purple as an exclusive for the Canadian [[TransformersCon]] convention.

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==External links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Decepticon/Cyclonus/cyclonus.htm Cyclonus at TFU.info]
*[http://www.ntfa.net/universe/english/index.php?act=view&char=Cyclonus Cyclonus' Universe entry at NTFA.net]

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Cyclonus (G1)

2007-03-17T17:34:04Z

71.100.108.115: /* Headmasters cartoon */

{{disambig2|the [[Generation 1]] [[Decepticon]] spacecraft|the [[Unicron Trilogy]] Decepticon helicopter|Cyclonus (Armada)}}

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

[[Image:Cyclonus_toy.jpg|right|250px|thumb|Darling one, read my words and hear my heart speak of a love soft and undying: a love that will be with you always.]]

'''Cyclonus''' is a Decepticon created by [[Unicron]], a being whose loyalty to [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] and the Decepticon cause is so intense as to exclude most other emotions and interests from his mind. He is dedicated to destruction in his leader's name.

==Fiction==
===Animated continuity===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Roger C. Carmel]] → [[Jack Angel]] (US), [[Minoru Inaba]] → [[Tomomichi Nishimura]] (Japan)

:''Carmel frequently proved unable to keep any consistency with Cyclonus's voice from episode to episode, rising and falling in pitch and tone repeatedly. Following his death, Jack Angel took up the role for the final five episodes of the series.''

In the year 2005, after an abortive attack on [[Autobot City]], the evil [[Decepticons]] found it necessary to jettison excess weight from their craft to make it back to their homeworld of [[Cybertron]]. The injured and dying Decepticons were chosen to be ejected into the void of space, including the commander, [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]], but when their bodies were recovered by the world-eater, [[Unicron]], they were reborn as deadly new warriors in the service of the recreated Megatron, now known as [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]].

Immediately following his creation, Cyclonus served as little more than Galvatron’s personal ship and attack dog, carrying his leader to [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]]’s coronation, into the battle in [[Autobot City]] and to the [[Junkion (planet)|planet of Junk]], attacking and crippling the shuttle of [[Hot Rod]] and [[Kup]] in the midst of it all. After the destruction of Unicron, however, when Galvatron was lost, Cyclonus came into his own, his loyalty to the Decepticons’ absent leader shaping his character in different ways.

[[Image:Cyclonus_toon.jpg|left|thumb|An actually loyal soldier.]]

Disgusted with how far the leaderless Decepticons had fallen as they eked out a miserable existence on the barren world of [[Chaar]], Cyclonus resolved to locate Galvatron, daring even to enter Unicron’s deactivated, disembodied head and replaying its memory banks, tracing Galvatron to the world of [[Thrull]]. Unfortunately, once extricated from a pool of the planet’s plasma-lava, Galvatron proved to have been driven insane from exposure to it and brutalized Cyclonus and the [[Sweep]]s before being talked down and returned to his position as leader.

[[Image:Cyclonus_jet.jpg|right|thumb|Never realized he'd sprung a leak.]]

As 2006 settled in, Cyclonus was captured by a [[Quintesson]] scientist for study, along with [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]], [[Wreck-Gar]] and [[Marissa Faireborn]], but when the entire group was sucked through a [[black hole]] into a negative universe, they were forced to work together to escape; Cyclonus and Magnus developed a grudging respect for each other as warriors, but vowed that when they met again on the battlefield, it would be as enemies.

Some time later, outnumbered and fleeing from the [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbot]]s, Cyclonus and [[Scourge (G1)|Scourge]] took refuge inside a vortex, which transported them to the pacifistic, energy-rich planet of [[Paradron (planet)|Paradron]], which had been settled by Cybertronian refugees. Naturally, the duo immediately overthrew the planet and summoned Galvatron and the other Decepticons there; the plan was ultimately foiled by the Autobots, but at the cost of Paradron itself, which was destroyed. Cyclonus later had his body possessed by the ghost of the deceased Decepticon, Starscream, and went on to clash with Ultra Magnus again aboard the Autobot records asteroid with the fate of [[Daniel Witwicky]] in the balance.

[[Image:Cyclonus_alt.jpg|left|thumb|Cyclonus's alternate robot mode design, as seen in "[[Starscream's Ghost]]". Compare to the previous robot mode pic, above.]]

When a group of Decepticons, tired of being beaten and abused by the deranged Galvatron, confronted Cyclonus and demanded that he do something about the situation, Cyclonus was so short on options that he accepted the advice of a Quintesson, and tricked Galvatron into accompanying him to the therapeutic mental institution on planet [[Torkulon]]. It pained Cyclonus to see his leader so demented as each attempted therapy met with failure, but when the Torkuli attempted to cure Galvatron by removing the damaged part of his mind, thereby leaving him a vegetable, Cyclonus sprang into action, only to be restrained. Patched into the sentient network of the planet, rather than be cured, Galvatron infected the world itself with his madness and freed himself, decimating the planet and decided to turn his attention back to fighting the Autobots, rather than dwell on Cyclonus’s deception.

Later, Cyclonus was among the Transformers turned into an energy vampire by the [[Trans-Organic]] [[Dweller]], thrown to the beast by Galvatron to delay his own fate – though he hesitated for a moment before fleeing, almost repentant for his action. Later still, he, along with a group of Autobots and Quintessons, were transported into a region of space cordoned off by the Quintessons, landing on the planet [[Zamojin]], where Cyclonus aided the Quintessons in acquiring [[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor]]’s [[Universal Emulator]], in order to repair their systems and return to normal space. When the [[Hate Plague]] swept the universe, Cyclonus was infected and took leadership of the afflicted Decepticons, hunting down Galvatron and tracking him and a group of Autobots into the depths of Chaar and infected scientist [[Jessica Morgan]].

[[Image:Cyclonus_tm.jpg|right|thumb|See this? This... is my NIGHTSTICK!]]

In 2007, Cyclonus participated in the massive Decepticon attack on Autobot City which culminated in the theft of the key to the [[Plasma Energy Chamber]]. When the chamber was then opened, the energy released blasted the key and a group of Autobots across the galaxy to the planet [[Nebulos]], and Cyclonus and Scourge led a team of Decepticons in pursuit, attacking and capturing several of the Autobots. To battle them, the remaining Autobots combined with a group of Nebulan rebels into “[[Headmaster]]s” and bested them in combat. Having learned of his fusion of Transformer and Nebulan, the [[Hive]], the evil ruling council of Nebulos, approached the Decepticons to repeat the process, but Cyclonus argued them down to taking the heads of only the animal-mode Decepticons, and merely the weapons of the others.

Consequently, Cyclonus became a [[Targetmaster]] as his handgun was converted into an exo-suit for the Hive member [[Nightstick]], giving them enhanced targeting abilities and firepower. Reclaiming the chamber key with their superior powers, the Decepticons headed back to Cybertron aboard the giant robot [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]], where Cyclonus attempted to convince the disgusted Galvatron of the benefits of being bonded to the Nebulans. The Autobots soon arrived back on Cybertron and invaded Scorponok, only to be captured by the Decepticons, and almost executed by Cyclonus before being saved by [[Spike Witwicky]] and [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]]. The Decepticons’ plan was subsequently thwarted by Spike and the Nebulans, and they were sent spiralling off through space aboard Scorponok by a tendril of plasma energy.

====Who is Cyclonus?====

[[Image:Cyclonus_tf1.jpg|left|thumb|Bombshell and Skywarp]]

When the injured Decepticons are transformed by Unicron, two identical Cyclonus robots are simultaneously created (as opposed to Scourge and the Sweeps, who were created one after the other in short order) – in the foreground, the [[Insecticon]], [[Bombshell]], becomes one, while in the background, Decepticon jet [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]] becomes another. The dialogue which accompanies this scene claims that we are seeing "Cyclonus... and his [[Armada (G1)|armada]]." But, clearly, one warrior does not make an armada – the line is, in fact, a carry over from the original script, in which Cyclonus was intended to have multiple identical duplicates, in the same way that Scourge had the Sweeps.

However, the idea was apparently abandoned right after this scene – the second Cyclonus immediately disappears for the remainder of the film and is abruptly replaced with a third Sweep, where only two had existed before (although despite this, some fans choose not discount the existence of the second Cyclonus, and, somewhat irreverently, refer to him as a second character actually named "[[Armada (G1)|Armada]]"). The only other instances of duplicate Cyclonus robots are in ''Five Faces of Darkness, Part Five'' and ''The Quintesson Journal'', but these examples are generally discounted by fans due to the episodes' infamously poor, error-riddled animation (though it could be argued that if Bombshell were Cyclonus, he could have retained his Insecticon cloning ability to create these extra copies of himself).

[[Image:Cyclonus_tf2.jpg|right|thumb|Cyclonus "and his armada"]]

As the Cyclonus duplicate, then, has the unfortunate fate of retroactively never having actually existed, the nature of the scene depicting Cyclonus's creation became open to interpretation among fans, who have long debated the question - who truly became the one and only Cyclonus who appears in the series - Bombshell or Skywarp?

The only explicit written statement on the matter comes, originally, from Cyclonus' ''[[Transformers Universe (Marvel comic)|Transformers Universe]]'' bio, which states that he is made from the "parts of dead Decepticons". This plural body-parts origin is echoed in his much later [[Heroes of Cybertron]] bio. However, as noted above, the visuals in the scene as-animated certainly imply that it was one old body per new body, without mixing and matching, and favoring "Bombshell" as the answer because of the blocking of the shot. The movie script is silent, or rather, completely apathetic on the matter: it states that the "other Decepticons" are turned into Scourge and Cyclonus and their minions, with no statements about particular bodies.

It is mainly through disatisfaction with the asymmetry of the fates of Thundercracker and Skywarp that some fans reject the staging and favor Skywarp. The primary argument in Skywarp's favor is the following: Since Thundercracker the blue jet who was with Megatron since they were aboard the ''[[Nemesis]]'' became Galvatron's blue spaceship lieutenant, ''is simply should be'' that Skywarp the purple(-accented) jet who was with Megatron since the ''Nemesis'' would become Galvatron's purple spaceship lieutenant. Although Bombshell also has purple in his color scheme, he did not transform into a vehicle, nor was he ever part of Megatron's inner circle so to speak.

[[Image:Idwwhoiscyclonus.jpg|left|thumb|200px|Not to be confused with [[Cyclonus (Armada)|Armada Cyclonus]]]]Other aspects of the argument make claims regarding the personalities of the characters; for example, Bombshell held a high-ranking position within Insecticons (alternating leadership with Shrapnel), while Skywarp was an unintelligent soldier, making the former more suited to being Cyclonus; conversely Skywarp was very loyal to Megatron, while the Insecticons never saw eye-to-eye with him, making Skywarp the better candidate.

A third camp feels that it does not matter who became Cyclonus, holding that both candidates were dead at the time, and, ultimately, arguments on the matter seem irrelevant, as Cyclonus never displays any inklings of a past life, whatever life that might have been.

For what it's worth in terms of [[retcon|retroactive canon-making]], [[IDW]]'s 20th anniversary adaptation, ''[[Transformers: The Animated Movie]]'', presented the scene precisely as animated in the movie, with Bombshell in the foreground declared as Cyclonus through a caption box, and Skywarp in the background marked as his armada.

====Headmasters cartoon====

Cyclonus and Scourge continued to make token appearances when the new Headmaster warriors arrived to dominate the Cybertonian war, but their intelligences seemed to markedly decrease until they were little more than cackling, bumbling henchmen - for example, during the attack on the planet [[Beest]], Cyclonus attempted to drop a rock on Rodimus Prime, but accidentally clobbered Galvatron instead, and ran away yelping in fear. Later, when [[Sixshot (G1)|Sixshot]] attempted to extort energy from six countries using each of his six modes, the duo completely botched his scheme when they failed to realize that he was behind it and attacked him with [[Trypticon]].

===Marvel Comics continuity===

[[Image:Cyclonus_comic.jpg|left|thumb|How does my cartoon self make being a tool look so much cooler?]]

''In a future timeline similar but different to that depicted in the animated continuity, set in 2006, rather than 2005,'' (2006 being the original date for the movie, amended to 2005 after the comics were penned) ''Cyclonus was also a creation of Unicron, remade from the body of a dispatched Decepticon. Following Unicron's consumption of Cybertron's moons, Galvatron, Cyclonus and Scourge travelled back in time to 1986 as part of a plan to free themselves from Unicron's control by constructing a massive cannon that would destroy him upon their return to the future. The three Unicronian Decepticons proved themselves almost invincible in the face of the Autobots attacks, but were finally defeated when Galvatron was duped into believing he was trapped in a temporal paradox, and returned to his own time to live out the remaining events 2006.''

''['''Note''': Amusingly, during this story, Furman’s misinterpretation of the movie summary he had read (having not yet actually seen the feature), which referenced the fading “life spark” of a Decepticon, led to Cyclonus actually claiming he had been rebuilt from a Decepticon named “Life Spark.”]''

''Following the destruction of Unicron at the hands of Rodimus Prime and the [[Matrix]], Galvatron transported himself back in time to 1987, leaving Cyclonus and Scourge in the future, under [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]’s command. The duo were attacked by the freelance peace-keeping agent, [[Death's Head]], who was seeking the bounty on Galvatron’s head, and Cyclonus revealed Galvatron’s whereabouts to him. Later, Shockwave hired Death’s Head to kill Rodimus Prime, but Cyclonus and Scourge interfered with the job as they sought to kill Rodimus first, in order to reclaim their lost standing amongst the Decepticons. This did not please Death’s Head, and consequently, he willingly accepted a contract from Rodimus to hunt down Cyclonus and Scourge, eventually tracking them down to the planet of Junk as 2008 dawned. Before he could finish the job, however, all three of them fell under the mind-controlling influence of Unicron, whose disembodied head had survived the destruction of his body and had landed on the planet, where he was having the native Junkions construct a new body for him.''

''Under Unicron's control, Cyclonus and Scourge killed Shockwave and became Decepticon leaders, reigniting the stalemated Cybertronian war to a furious degree to cover Unicron's actions. Death's Head, however, was able to fight the mind control and work with the Autobots' long enough to stop the chaos-bringer's plan. As explosions destroyed Unicron, Death's Head tackled Cyclonus and Scourge, pushing them through a time portal Unicron had built, promising to kill them another time. Cyclonus and Scourge were hurled into the past of Cybertron by the portal, where they came under the command of Scorponok.''

Travelling to Nebulos with the rest of Scorponok's forces, they became Targetmasters and then travelled to present day Earth. ''Once there, they sought out Galvatron, and, no longer willing to serve him, instead demanded that he hand over his time travel device so that they could return to the future and their position as Decepticon leaders. The confrontation was disrupted by the sudden appearance of the Autobot commando squad, the [[Wreckers]], who drew the ensuing battle away from the human settlement it was taking place in by professing to have stolen Galvatron's time jump mechanism, when in reality, the Decepticon no longer even had it for them to take.''

''Having met with failure again, Cyclonus and Scourge decided to cut their losses and team up with Shockwave's present-day Earth-based Decepticon forces.'' (At this point in time, the comic book personalities of Scourge and Cyclonus had been well-established, and distinctly different from the cartoon - here, Scourge was the intelligent, scheming brains of the duo, while Cyclonus was the dull-witted brawn, and that personality trait remained as strong as ever.)

[[Image:Cyclonus_death.jpg|right|thumb|"Handles on your head are the latest thing," Unicron says to me. "You'll look so trendy with head-handles." Slaggin'-A. Does this ever happen to Wreck-Gar? Not that he'd care, I guess.]]''Unfortunately, Cyclonus accidentally let slip that they would kill Shockwave in the future. Naturally wanting to ensure his continued existence, Shockwave unleashed a brainwashed Megatron clone upon the two. Seized by the clone, Cyclonus’s Targetmaster partner, Nightstick, was crushed, and as Cyclonus begged Scourge for help, his companion fled to save his own life and Cyclonus’s head was torn from his body, killing him outright.''

''Cyclonus and Scourge’s displacement into the past had circumvented the normal mass-replacement method used by time-travel, and had hence unbalanced the space-time continuum, causing a rift to appear in the fabric of space and time. Cyclonus’s death, twenty years before he was even created, proved to be the final straw, accelerating the rift, which soon threatened to consume Earth and Cybertron. Realising that the only way to stop it was to return himself, Galvatron and Cyclonus to their original time, Scourge attempted to recover Cyclonus’s body from Shockwave, only to be attacked by the deranged Decepticon, who had lost his mind due to the illogical nature of the situation, and had strung Cyclonus’s remains up like a twisted trophy. [[Ravage (G1)|Ravage]], however, was able to bring Shockwave back sanity enough for him to deposit Cyclonus’s remains after Galvatron and Scourge, and then seal it with an x-ray blast.''

An alternate version of Cyclonus later made a brief appearance, inhabiting an alternate future world of 2009 where Cybertron had been destroyed and Galvatron ruled Earth. In this future world, Cyclonus failed to stop an Autobot/human rebel invasion of the main Decepticon base, and was destroyed by an enraged Galvatron for his failure.

===3H Wreckers comics continuity===

[[Image: Cyclonus_botcon.jpg|right|thumb|SUPERSTAR ART]]Despite [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]]'s attempts to implant his spark within a [[Vehicon]] body, Cyclonus retained his own mind and set out to fulfil his Decepticon heritage alongside the other renegade Vehicons, Skywarp and [[Rotorbolt (Universe)|Rotorbolt]]. As the rag-tag group of Autobots known as the [[Wreckers]] attempted to flee Cybertron, but found their way to their spaceship barred by Vehicon drones, the trio came to their aid, joining the team and departing Cybertron with them. When the Wreckers then acquired a mysterious energy-generating crystal named the "[[Divine Light]]", Cyclonus killed the [[Maximal]] [[Packrat]] and stole it, fleeing in order to deliver it to his true master, [[Cryotek]].

''['''Note''': Notably, the writers of the comic apparently subscribe to the notion that Bombshell became Cyclonus, as Skywarp is shown to coexist with him.]''

===Dreamwave Comics continuity===

Cyclonus is a creation of [[Unicron]] built within pods inside the chaos-bringer’s body, constructed from the remnants of matter he ingested in his ongoing consumption of planets. Although Scourge played a larger role in events, Cyclonus’s appearance was brief – he was simply shown smashing his way out of his pod after Unicron consumed the planet [[Lithone]] in the wake of his reactivation.

''['''Note''': Future stories would have brought Cyclonus to the fore as he attacked the base of the Earth Defence Command in order to retrieve Scourge, who was being held there. Due to [[Dreamwave]]'s plunge into insolvency, these stories were never published.]''

==Toys==

===Generation 1===
*'''Cyclonus''' (1986)
:''Japanese ID number:'' '''D-70'''
[[Image:G1Cyclonus_toy.jpg|left|thumb|Shoulders by [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Piet_Mondrian Mondrian.]]]

: Cyclonus transforms into a purple cybertronic fighter craft. Early releases of Cyclonus came with the belt and part of the "ears" painted blue. Later releases had those areas unpainted.

: Cyclonus, like the other new characters created for ''Transformers: The Movie'', was designed for animation first, and had his toy based on these designs. However, as with the other characters, the toy was based on an earlier design, most notably featuring folded back wings, while his animation model underwent further modifications before being finalised. The earlier design was the basis for the Marvel Comics version of the character, and also erroneously appeared in a few instances in the animated series.

*'''Targetmaster Cyclonus''' (1987)

: Cyclonus's fist holes were widened to accommodate his Nebulan partner, Nightstick, who replaced his previous handgun. This version of the toy was not released in Japan.

===Universe===
*'''Cyclonus''' (Ultra, 2002)
[[Image:BotconCyclonus_toy.jpg|left|thumb|]]

: ''Universe'' Cyclonus is a redeco of ''[[Beast Machines]]'' [[Jetstorm|Ultra Jetstorm]], replacing blue with lavender, purple and grey, and the yellows with red. His [[spark]] crystal was tampographed with a Decepticon sigil.

: Cyclonus was available exclusively at [[BotCon 2002]].

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==Merchandise==
===Super Collection Figure===
*'''Cyclonus''' (2002)
[[Image:SCFCyclonus_colour.jpg|right|thumb|125px|His head comes off, too!]]

: A PVC figurine of Cyclonus was part of the eighth act of [[Takara]]'s [[Super Collection Figure]] series in 2002. Each case of 12 PVCs had two Cyclonuses; one in full-color, the other pewter-finish. It was later released as part of the third wave of [[Hasbro]]'s ''[[Heroes of Cybertron]]'' line in 2003, with it's pointed edges rounded off for safety.

===Hard Hero===
*'''Cyclonus''' (2005)
[[Image:HHCyclonus_bust.jpg|left|thumb|128px|Galvatron needs my legs? Then I shall GIIIIIVE till it HUUUUUURTS!]]

: In May 2005, [[Hard Hero]] released a Cyclonus polystone bust based upon his cartoon appearances.

: At the same time, Hard Hero also made a limited run of 100 pieces painted metallic purple as an exclusive for the Canadian [[TransformersCon]] convention.

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==External links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Decepticon/Cyclonus/cyclonus.htm Cyclonus at TFU.info]
*[http://www.ntfa.net/universe/english/index.php?act=view&char=Cyclonus Cyclonus' Universe entry at NTFA.net]

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Energon cube

2007-03-10T18:12:15Z

71.100.108.115: /* Fiction */

This is the safest form of [[energon]], used for transportation and storage.

==Fiction==

===G1 Animated Series===

As originally introduced, energon cubes seemed as though they could only be created by [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] {{storylink|More Than Meets The Eye, Part 1}}, who generated the empty cube framework from his similarly-shaped chest, but later, several other Decepticons proved able to produce them as well. It seemed as if energon cubes were a recent Decepticon invention -- precisely when they were concieved is unclear -- as the [[Autobots]] were apparently unaware of them until their reawakening on [[Earth]] in 1984, when [[Hound (G1)|Hound]] described them to [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Prime]] as simply "some kind of cube". By 2005, however, the Autobots had begun to use energon cubes for power as well.

Exactly how an energon cube operates is unclear, especially as their framework appears to be some sort of self-sustaining force field with no internal mechanisms. Most frequently, the empty cube is simply attached to or placed near the energy source from which it is to drain power, and the energy in question is automatically converted into liquid energon that fills the cube. Energon cubes have proven able to transform a vast array of resources into energon, including electricity, magma, oil and steam. The liquid energon within energon cubes is a glowing pink color, although the cubes could also be compressed for easy storage and transport, causing them to take on an irridescent rainbow effect.

===''Beast Wars''===

In [[Beast Wars (television series)|''Beast Wars'']], the naturally-occuring energon on prehistoric [[Earth]] appeared only in an unstable raw [[energon crystal|crystalline form]]. However, after the [[Planet Buster]] baked Earth's surface, the crystals were all either incinerated or somehow "converted" into more stabe cubes. These cubes no longer emitted the dangerous radiation which prompted the Beast Warriors to adopt their beast modes in the first place. They were significantly smaller than G1 cubes and colored blue rather than pink. Rather than some sort of force field containing liquid energon, these smaller cubes may have simply been a different configuration of energon crystal, much as substances like salt can exist as cubical grains but can also grow into more traditional crystalline forms. One energon cube, in particular, was used by [[Blackarachnia]] to theaten [[Tarantulas]] to remove the mind-link he had with her, or she would detonate the cube near her head, which would also get Tarantulas as well due to their shared minds. He did so remove the link as Blackarachnia wanted. {{storylink|Tangled Web}}

==Toy==

[[Image:EnergonCubeToy1.jpg|right|100px|thumb|Rubix, the Amazing Cube!]]

Energon Cubes were available with Takara's "TF Collection" reissue of the [[Insecticon (G1)|Insecticons]], and the set's [[redeco]], the Collector's Edition [[Insecticon (G1)|Insectron Clone Army]] ([[Shothole]], [[Salvo]] and [[Zaptrap]]) box set released in Japan in 2004.

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Energon cube

2007-03-10T18:04:18Z

71.100.108.115: /* ''Beast Wars'' */

This is the safest form of [[energon]], used for transportation and storage.

==Fiction==

===G1 Animated Series===

As originally introduced, energon cubes seemed as though they could only be created by [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] {{storylink|More Than Meets The Eye, Part 1}}, who generated the empty cube framework from his similarly-shaped chest, but later, several other Decepticons proved able to produce them as well. It seemed as if energon cubes were a recent Decepticon invention -- precisely when they were concieved is unclear -- as the [[Autobots]] were apparently unaware of them until their reawakening on [[Earth]] in 1984, when [[Hound (G1)|Hound]] described them to [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Prime]] as simply "some kind of cube". By 2005, however, the Autobots had begun to use energon cubes for power as well.

Exactly how an energon cube operates is unclear, especially as their framework appears to be some sort of self-sustaining force field with no internal mechanisms. Most frequently, the empty cube is simply attached to or placed near the energy source from which it is to drain power, and the energy in question is automatically converted into liquid energon that fills the cube. Energon cubes have proven able to transform a vast array of resources into energon, including electricity, magma, oil and steam. The liquid energon within energon cubes is a glowing pink color, although the cubes could also be compressed for easy storage and transport, causing them to take on an irridescent rainbow effect.

===''Beast Wars''===

In [[Beast Wars (television series)|''Beast Wars'']], the naturally-occuring energon on prehistoric [[Earth]] appeared only in an unstable raw [[energon crystal|crystalline form]]. However, after the [[Planet Buster]] baked Earth's surface, the crystals were all either incinerated or somehow "converted" into more stabe cubes. These cubes no longer emitted the dangerous radiation which prompted the Beast Warriors to adopt their beast modes in the first place. They were significantly smaller than G1 cubes and colored blue rather than pink. Rather than some sort of force field containing liquid energon, these smaller cubes may have simply been a different configuration of energon crystal, much as substances like salt can exist as cubical grains but can also grow into more traditional crystalline forms.

==Toy==

[[Image:EnergonCubeToy1.jpg|right|100px|thumb|Rubix, the Amazing Cube!]]

Energon Cubes were available with Takara's "TF Collection" reissue of the [[Insecticon (G1)|Insecticons]], and the set's [[redeco]], the Collector's Edition [[Insecticon (G1)|Insectron Clone Army]] ([[Shothole]], [[Salvo]] and [[Zaptrap]]) box set released in Japan in 2004.

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Cybershark

2007-03-10T17:48:01Z

71.100.108.115:

:''Cybershark is a [[Maximal]] from the [[Beast Era]] portion of the [[Generation 1]] continuity family. He later took the name '''Hammerstrike'''.''

[[Image:IDW Cybershark.jpg|right|thumb|300px|You yell "Cyberbarracuda," everybody says, "Huh? What?"]]

'''Cybershark''' is a skilled tracker and expert in undersea combat. Though not particularly bright in a general sense he can be quite calculating when it comes to tracking down his prey, and is a fearless, battle-hungry fighter. He honed his skills as a Bounty Hunter tracking down a rogue group of ''[[Seacon (BWII)|Cybertronian Space Pirates]]''. Though dedicated to the Maximal cause, Cybershark is not a team player, ironically this often puts him at odds with his commander, the likewise independent [[Depth Charge (BW)|Depth Charge]].

''['''Note''': Hammerstrike's toy bio makes it pretty clear he's a new version of Cybershark. How Cybershark reached Cybertron in time for the [[Beast Machines]] story is unknown, but one must assume he was very lucky to find an open waterway there before Megatron's virus transformed him back to a hammerhead and trapped him on land in shark mode.]''

''French-Canadian name: '''Cybersquale''' ''<br>
''Spanish name: '''Ciberón''' ''<br>
''Italian name: '''Squalo Tigre''' ''

==Fiction==
===3H ''Tales of the Beast Wars'' comics===
[[Image:Bboomomegapoint.jpg|left|thumb|250px|From that other universe where they existed.]]
During the final battle with [[Shokaract]], several realities converged into a single, apocalyptic timestorm. Beast Warriors from alternate realities emerged, including Cybershark, [[B'Boom]], [[Drill Bit (BW)|Drill Bit]], [[Transquito]], [[Air Hammer]], [[Polar Claw]] and unidentified others, though all of them were summarily defeated.

===IDW Beast Wars Comics===
Cybershark was one of the [[protoforms]] left behind by the crew of the ''[[Axalon (BW)|Axalon]]'' on prehistoric [[Earth]]. He was activated and put in chronal phase by [[Razorbeast]] at [[Magmatron (BW)|Magmatron]]'s request, but was protected from Magmatron's [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] shell-program by Razorbeast's viral code. Coming online in the middle of the ocean, he was one of the first Maximals to hear Razorbeast's signal.

Accompanied by [[Claw Jaw (BW)|Claw Jaw]], Cybershark sped towards Razorbeast and the small group of new Maximals accompanying him. He and a phalanx of other Maximals finally reached them, just in time to fight off an army of Predacons. In the subsequent battle, Cybershark tangled with [[Razorclaw (BW)|Razorclaw]].

==Toys==
===Beast Wars===
*'''Cybershark''' (Deluxe, 1996)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-11'''
: Cybershark transforms into a silver-blue and green hammerhead shark, and incorporates two spring-loaded gimmicks; the 'hammer' portion of the shark head fires like a missile, and the tail includes a spring-loaded switchblade weapon.

:This mold was [[retool]]ed to make [[Starscream (BWII)|Hellscream]] and [[Overbite (Universe)|Overbite]], and retooled separately to make [[Sharp Edge]].

*'''Cybershark''' (Transmetal 2 Mega, 1999)
:Cybershark transforms into a silver, chrome blue, and sea-green great white shark. Two panels flip out to reveal a 'flight mode', and his tail has a gear-system that spins the fins like a propeller when a wheel in his side is turned (this system becomes his right arm, forming a spinning claw weapon). He also has a double spring-loaded missile launcher concealed in his shark mouth that doubles as a hand weapon.

:This mold was [[redeco]]ed into [[Sky-Byte (RiD)|Sky-Byte]].

===Beast Machines===
*'''Hammerstrike''' (Basic, 2001)
:Hammerstrike transforms into a beige, blue, and orange [[technorganic]] hammerhead with a very odd, alien, spindly looking robot mode. The head of the shark becomes a weapon that slams forward when triggered by the [[spark]] crystal.

==Trivia==
* While Cybershark/Hammerstrike himself does not appear in 3H's ''Universe'' comics, [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticons]] based on Hammerstrike's design appear alongside the traditional [[Quintesson]] Sharkticon designs from [[Generation 1]] on [[New Quintessa]]. However, these drones were miscolored AS Hammerstrike in the initial printing; the "director's cut" reprint of the relevant issue fixes this, giving them a black and purple color scheme.

==External links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/1997/Maximal/Cybershark/cybershark.htm Cybershark at TFU.info]
*[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Maximal/Hammerstrike/hammerstrike.htm Hammerstrike at TFU.info]

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Seacon (BW)

2007-03-10T17:45:58Z

71.100.108.115: /* Beast Wars II */

{{disambig3|Seacon}}
:''The Seacons are scurvy [[Predacon]] space pirates in the [[Beast Wars II]] portion of the [[Beast Era]] continuity they is!''

[[Image:Seacons_bw.jpg|thumb|300px|'''SWIM AWAY, SWIM AWAY!''']]

The '''Space Pirate Seacons''' scour the spaceways for treasure and power. Though they are Predacon by creation, they hold no true affiliation with [[Galvatron (BWII)|Galvatron]] and his crew. Led by [[Halfshell]], they prove themselves troublesome for [[Maximal]] and Predacon alike!

The team consists of:

* [[Halfshell]]
* [[Scylla]]
* [[Coelagon]]
* [[Terrormander]]
* [[Sea Phantom]]

They can combine to form [[God Neptune]].

''('''Note''': The term "Seacons" does not appear on the packaging for the toy but does appear in their catalogue advertisements and in the fiction-itself.)''

==Fiction==
===Beast Wars II Cartoon===
'''Voice actor:''' [[Kazuhiko Nishimatsu]] (Japan)

===Beast Wars II Manga===

===Beast Wars Toyline===
The bio for [[Transmetal 2]] [[Cybershark]] mentions that he "''honed his skills while bounty hunting a rogue band of Cybertronian space pirates''." Considering the timing in the appearance of the two toys and Hasbro's then-concurrent attempts to put in fan nods, it is generally thought the Seacons were meant to be these pirates.

This theory was later confirmed by [[Ben Yee]] in personal conversation.

==Toys==
===Beast Wars II===
*'''God Neptune''' (Multi-pack, 1998)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''D-21'''
[[Image:BW2GodNeptune_toy.jpg|left|thumb|That's Neptune. <I>He's king of the sea.</I>]]

: Sold only as a boxed set of five toys, God Neptune is a [[redeco]] of ''most'' of the [[Generation 1]] [[Seacon (G1)|Seacon]] team; not only does the set not include a redeco of [[Nautilator (G1)|Nautilator]], but the weapons and gun-mode stands for the individuals are also not included. Since the set uses the [[Scramble City]] style of contruction, the body and limbs are interchangable with similar-build combiner teams.

: For unknown reasons, a great number of unboxed God Neptune sets --lacking ''all'' of their accessories, including combiner parts-- ended up available on the secondary market. These went for considerably less than the "complete" releases, naturally.

: ''(The ''complete'' set of Generation 1 Seacon molds (all six members with all accessories) were slated to be released as an [[exclusive]] set during ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' as [[Piranhaking]], but as of now remains unreleased.)''

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*'''Halfshell''' (1998)
[[Image:BW2Halfshell_toy.jpg|right|thumb|"Turtle Power"]]

: Available only in a five-piece Ultra-level multi-pack with his teammates, Halfshell transforms into a mechanical tortoise, a [[redeco]] of the [[Generation 1]] [[Seacon (G1)|Seacon]] [[Snaptrap (G1)|Snaptrap]]. A lever on his back makes the large cannons over his beast-mode head move back and forth in a "pom-pom" reciprocating motion. He forms the torso of the combined mode God Neptune, but since the mold uses the [[Scramble City]] style of combination, he can use any limb-robot of similar construction. Halfshell lacks the large rifle from the original release of the mold, however.

: This mold was also used to make [[Turtlar (G1)|Turtlar]]. It was also slated to be released as ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' [[Snaptrap (UT)|Snaptrap]], as part of an [[exclusive]] [[Piranhaking (UT)|Piranhaking]] multi-pack that as of now remains unreleased.

*'''Scylla''' (1998)
[[Image:BW2Scylla_toy.jpg|left|thumb|No wonder Scuba dislikes her. But, <I>WHAT</I> is Bighorn thinking?!!]]

: Available only in the God Neptune multi-pack, Scylla is a [[redeco]] of the [[Generation 1]] [[Seacon (G1)|Seacon]] [[Tentakil (G1(|Tentakil]], transforming into an ambulatory squid-monster. Like her fellow God Neptune partners, Scylla lacks her individual weapons and and "weapon stand" parts. Being part of the [[Scramble City]] design, she can form the arm or leg to any compatible super robot, but her standard placement is as the left leg to God Netpune.

: This mold was also used to make the ''[[Masterforce]]'' Seacon [[Tentakil (G1) (Masterforce)|Tentakil]]. It was also slated to be released as ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' [[Tentakil (UT)|Tentakil]], as part of an [[exclusive]] [[Piranhaking (UT)|Piranhaking]] multi-pack that as of now remains unreleased.

*'''Coelagon''' (1998)
[[Image:BW2Coelagon_toy.jpg|right|thumb|A coelecanth with legs. What'll they think of next?...]]

: A [[redeco]] of the [[Generation 1]] [[Seacon (G1)|Seacon]] [[Skalor (G1)|Skalor]], Coelagon transforms into a robotic piranha-ish fish with limbs. However, he lacks the rifles and stand-pieces of the original version of the mold. He was available only as part of the God Neptune gift set with his teammates. Since he uses the [[Scramble City]] style of combination, he can form the arm or leg to any combined orbot of similar construction, but his nominal place is as the left arm of God Neptune.

: This mold was also used to make [[Gulf (g1)|Gulf]]. It was also slated to be released as ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' [[Archerbot (UT)|Archerbot]], as part of an [[exclusive]] [[Piranhaking (UT)|Piranhaking]] multi-pack which as of now remains unreleased.

*'''Terrormander''' (1998)
[[Image:BW2Terrormander_toy.jpg|left|thumb|...Oh, but of coarse! A <i>walking sting ray</i>]]

: A [[redeco]] of the [[Generation 1]] [[Seacon (G1)|Seacon]] [[Seawing (G1)|Seawing]], Terrormander transforms into a robotic manta ray with legs. However, he lacks the rifles and stand-pieces of the original version of the mold. He was available only as part of the God Neptune gift set with his teammates. Since he uses the [[Scramble City]] style of combination, he can form the arm or leg to any combined robot of similar construction, but his nominal place is as the right leg of God Neptune.

: This mold was used to make [[Kraken]]. It was also slated to be released as ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' [[Seawing (Energon)|Seawing]], as part of an [[exclusive]] [[Piranhaking]] multi-pack that as of now remains unreleased.

*'''Sea Phantom''' (1998)
[[Image:BW2SeaPhantom_toy.jpg|right|thumb|Dada...dada... dada dada dada dada dada dada dada dada DAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA...!]]

: A [[redeco]] of the [[Generation 1]] [[Seacon (G1)|Seacon]] [[Overbite (G1)|Overbite]], Sea Phantom transforms into a robotic shark with limbs. However, he lacks the rifle and stand-pieces of the original version of the mold. He was available only as part of the God Neptune gift set with his teammates. Since he uses the [[Scramble City]] style of combination, he can form the arm or leg to any combined orbot of similar construction, but his nominal place is as the right arm of God Neptune.

: This mold was used to make the ''[[Masterforce]]'' Seacon drone [[Overbite (Masterforce)|Overbite]]. It was also slated to be released as ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' [[Overbite (Energon)|Overbite]], as part of an [[exclusive]] [[Piranhaking]] multi-pack that as of now remains unreleased.

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Seacon (BW)

2007-03-10T17:45:41Z

71.100.108.115: /* Beast Wars II */

{{disambig3|Seacon}}
:''The Seacons are scurvy [[Predacon]] space pirates in the [[Beast Wars II]] portion of the [[Beast Era]] continuity they is!''

[[Image:Seacons_bw.jpg|thumb|300px|'''SWIM AWAY, SWIM AWAY!''']]

The '''Space Pirate Seacons''' scour the spaceways for treasure and power. Though they are Predacon by creation, they hold no true affiliation with [[Galvatron (BWII)|Galvatron]] and his crew. Led by [[Halfshell]], they prove themselves troublesome for [[Maximal]] and Predacon alike!

The team consists of:

* [[Halfshell]]
* [[Scylla]]
* [[Coelagon]]
* [[Terrormander]]
* [[Sea Phantom]]

They can combine to form [[God Neptune]].

''('''Note''': The term "Seacons" does not appear on the packaging for the toy but does appear in their catalogue advertisements and in the fiction-itself.)''

==Fiction==
===Beast Wars II Cartoon===
'''Voice actor:''' [[Kazuhiko Nishimatsu]] (Japan)

===Beast Wars II Manga===

===Beast Wars Toyline===
The bio for [[Transmetal 2]] [[Cybershark]] mentions that he "''honed his skills while bounty hunting a rogue band of Cybertronian space pirates''." Considering the timing in the appearance of the two toys and Hasbro's then-concurrent attempts to put in fan nods, it is generally thought the Seacons were meant to be these pirates.

This theory was later confirmed by [[Ben Yee]] in personal conversation.

==Toys==
===Beast Wars II===
*'''God Neptune''' (Multi-pack, 1998)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''D-21'''
[[Image:BW2GodNeptune_toy.jpg|left|thumb|That's Neptune. (sarcastically)<I>He's king of the sea.</I>]]

: Sold only as a boxed set of five toys, God Neptune is a [[redeco]] of ''most'' of the [[Generation 1]] [[Seacon (G1)|Seacon]] team; not only does the set not include a redeco of [[Nautilator (G1)|Nautilator]], but the weapons and gun-mode stands for the individuals are also not included. Since the set uses the [[Scramble City]] style of contruction, the body and limbs are interchangable with similar-build combiner teams.

: For unknown reasons, a great number of unboxed God Neptune sets --lacking ''all'' of their accessories, including combiner parts-- ended up available on the secondary market. These went for considerably less than the "complete" releases, naturally.

: ''(The ''complete'' set of Generation 1 Seacon molds (all six members with all accessories) were slated to be released as an [[exclusive]] set during ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' as [[Piranhaking]], but as of now remains unreleased.)''

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*'''Halfshell''' (1998)
[[Image:BW2Halfshell_toy.jpg|right|thumb|"Turtle Power"]]

: Available only in a five-piece Ultra-level multi-pack with his teammates, Halfshell transforms into a mechanical tortoise, a [[redeco]] of the [[Generation 1]] [[Seacon (G1)|Seacon]] [[Snaptrap (G1)|Snaptrap]]. A lever on his back makes the large cannons over his beast-mode head move back and forth in a "pom-pom" reciprocating motion. He forms the torso of the combined mode God Neptune, but since the mold uses the [[Scramble City]] style of combination, he can use any limb-robot of similar construction. Halfshell lacks the large rifle from the original release of the mold, however.

: This mold was also used to make [[Turtlar (G1)|Turtlar]]. It was also slated to be released as ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' [[Snaptrap (UT)|Snaptrap]], as part of an [[exclusive]] [[Piranhaking (UT)|Piranhaking]] multi-pack that as of now remains unreleased.

*'''Scylla''' (1998)
[[Image:BW2Scylla_toy.jpg|left|thumb|No wonder Scuba dislikes her. But, <I>WHAT</I> is Bighorn thinking?!!]]

: Available only in the God Neptune multi-pack, Scylla is a [[redeco]] of the [[Generation 1]] [[Seacon (G1)|Seacon]] [[Tentakil (G1(|Tentakil]], transforming into an ambulatory squid-monster. Like her fellow God Neptune partners, Scylla lacks her individual weapons and and "weapon stand" parts. Being part of the [[Scramble City]] design, she can form the arm or leg to any compatible super robot, but her standard placement is as the left leg to God Netpune.

: This mold was also used to make the ''[[Masterforce]]'' Seacon [[Tentakil (G1) (Masterforce)|Tentakil]]. It was also slated to be released as ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' [[Tentakil (UT)|Tentakil]], as part of an [[exclusive]] [[Piranhaking (UT)|Piranhaking]] multi-pack that as of now remains unreleased.

*'''Coelagon''' (1998)
[[Image:BW2Coelagon_toy.jpg|right|thumb|A coelecanth with legs. What'll they think of next?...]]

: A [[redeco]] of the [[Generation 1]] [[Seacon (G1)|Seacon]] [[Skalor (G1)|Skalor]], Coelagon transforms into a robotic piranha-ish fish with limbs. However, he lacks the rifles and stand-pieces of the original version of the mold. He was available only as part of the God Neptune gift set with his teammates. Since he uses the [[Scramble City]] style of combination, he can form the arm or leg to any combined orbot of similar construction, but his nominal place is as the left arm of God Neptune.

: This mold was also used to make [[Gulf (g1)|Gulf]]. It was also slated to be released as ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' [[Archerbot (UT)|Archerbot]], as part of an [[exclusive]] [[Piranhaking (UT)|Piranhaking]] multi-pack which as of now remains unreleased.

*'''Terrormander''' (1998)
[[Image:BW2Terrormander_toy.jpg|left|thumb|...Oh, but of coarse! A <i>walking sting ray</i>]]

: A [[redeco]] of the [[Generation 1]] [[Seacon (G1)|Seacon]] [[Seawing (G1)|Seawing]], Terrormander transforms into a robotic manta ray with legs. However, he lacks the rifles and stand-pieces of the original version of the mold. He was available only as part of the God Neptune gift set with his teammates. Since he uses the [[Scramble City]] style of combination, he can form the arm or leg to any combined robot of similar construction, but his nominal place is as the right leg of God Neptune.

: This mold was used to make [[Kraken]]. It was also slated to be released as ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' [[Seawing (Energon)|Seawing]], as part of an [[exclusive]] [[Piranhaking]] multi-pack that as of now remains unreleased.

*'''Sea Phantom''' (1998)
[[Image:BW2SeaPhantom_toy.jpg|right|thumb|Dada...dada... dada dada dada dada dada dada dada dada DAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA...!]]

: A [[redeco]] of the [[Generation 1]] [[Seacon (G1)|Seacon]] [[Overbite (G1)|Overbite]], Sea Phantom transforms into a robotic shark with limbs. However, he lacks the rifle and stand-pieces of the original version of the mold. He was available only as part of the God Neptune gift set with his teammates. Since he uses the [[Scramble City]] style of combination, he can form the arm or leg to any combined orbot of similar construction, but his nominal place is as the right arm of God Neptune.

: This mold was used to make the ''[[Masterforce]]'' Seacon drone [[Overbite (Masterforce)|Overbite]]. It was also slated to be released as ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' [[Overbite (Energon)|Overbite]], as part of an [[exclusive]] [[Piranhaking]] multi-pack that as of now remains unreleased.

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Seacon (BW)

2007-03-10T17:41:14Z

71.100.108.115: /* Beast Wars II */

{{disambig3|Seacon}}
:''The Seacons are scurvy [[Predacon]] space pirates in the [[Beast Wars II]] portion of the [[Beast Era]] continuity they is!''

[[Image:Seacons_bw.jpg|thumb|300px|'''SWIM AWAY, SWIM AWAY!''']]

The '''Space Pirate Seacons''' scour the spaceways for treasure and power. Though they are Predacon by creation, they hold no true affiliation with [[Galvatron (BWII)|Galvatron]] and his crew. Led by [[Halfshell]], they prove themselves troublesome for [[Maximal]] and Predacon alike!

The team consists of:

* [[Halfshell]]
* [[Scylla]]
* [[Coelagon]]
* [[Terrormander]]
* [[Sea Phantom]]

They can combine to form [[God Neptune]].

''('''Note''': The term "Seacons" does not appear on the packaging for the toy but does appear in their catalogue advertisements and in the fiction-itself.)''

==Fiction==
===Beast Wars II Cartoon===
'''Voice actor:''' [[Kazuhiko Nishimatsu]] (Japan)

===Beast Wars II Manga===

===Beast Wars Toyline===
The bio for [[Transmetal 2]] [[Cybershark]] mentions that he "''honed his skills while bounty hunting a rogue band of Cybertronian space pirates''." Considering the timing in the appearance of the two toys and Hasbro's then-concurrent attempts to put in fan nods, it is generally thought the Seacons were meant to be these pirates.

This theory was later confirmed by [[Ben Yee]] in personal conversation.

==Toys==
===Beast Wars II===
*'''God Neptune''' (Multi-pack, 1998)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''D-21'''
[[Image:BW2GodNeptune_toy.jpg|left|thumb|That's Neptune. (sarcastically)<I>He's king of the sea.</I>]]

: Sold only as a boxed set of five toys, God Neptune is a [[redeco]] of ''most'' of the [[Generation 1]] [[Seacon (G1)|Seacon]] team; not only does the set not include a redeco of [[Nautilator (G1)|Nautilator]], but the weapons and gun-mode stands for the individuals are also not included. Since the set uses the [[Scramble City]] style of contruction, the body and limbs are interchangable with similar-build combiner teams.

: For unknown reasons, a great number of unboxed God Neptune sets --lacking ''all'' of their accessories, including combiner parts-- ended up available on the secondary market. These went for considerably less than the "complete" releases, naturally.

: ''(The ''complete'' set of Generation 1 Seacon molds (all six members with all accessories) were slated to be released as an [[exclusive]] set during ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' as [[Piranhaking]], but as of now remains unreleased.)''

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*'''Halfshell''' (1998)
[[Image:BW2Halfshell_toy.jpg|right|thumb|"Turtle Power"]]

: Available only in a five-piece Ultra-level multi-pack with his teammates, Halfshell transforms into a mechanical tortoise, a [[redeco]] of the [[Generation 1]] [[Seacon (G1)|Seacon]] [[Snaptrap (G1)|Snaptrap]]. A lever on his back makes the large cannons over his beast-mode head move back and forth in a "pom-pom" reciprocating motion. He forms the torso of the combined mode God Neptune, but since the mold uses the [[Scramble City]] style of combination, he can use any limb-robot of similar construction. Halfshell lacks the large rifle from the original release of the mold, however.

: This mold was also used to make [[Turtlar (G1)|Turtlar]]. It was also slated to be released as ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' [[Snaptrap (UT)|Snaptrap]], as part of an [[exclusive]] [[Piranhaking (UT)|Piranhaking]] multi-pack that as of now remains unreleased.

*'''Scylla''' (1998)
[[Image:BW2Scylla_toy.jpg|left|thumb|No wonder Scuba dislikes her. But, <I>WHAT</I> is Bighorn thinking?!!]]

: Available only in the God Neptune multi-pack, Scylla is a [[redeco]] of the [[Generation 1]] [[Seacon (G1)|Seacon]] [[Tentakil (G1(|Tentakil]], transforming into an ambulatory squid-monster. Like her fellow God Neptune partners, Scylla lacks her individual weapons and and "weapon stand" parts. Being part of the [[Scramble City]] design, she can form the arm or leg to any compatible super robot, but her standard placement is as the left leg to God Netpune.

: This mold was also used to make the ''[[Masterforce]]'' Seacon [[Tentakil (G1) (Masterforce)|Tentakil]]. It was also slated to be released as ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' [[Tentakil (UT)|Tentakil]], as part of an [[exclusive]] [[Piranhaking (UT)|Piranhaking]] multi-pack that as of now remains unreleased.

*'''Coelagon''' (1998)
[[Image:BW2Coelagon_toy.jpg|right|thumb|]]

: A [[redeco]] of the [[Generation 1]] [[Seacon (G1)|Seacon]] [[Skalor (G1)|Skalor]], Coelagon transforms into a robotic piranha-ish fish with limbs. However, he lacks the rifles and stand-pieces of the original version of the mold. He was available only as part of the God Neptune gift set with his teammates. Since he uses the [[Scramble City]] style of combination, he can form the arm or leg to any combined orbot of similar construction, but his nominal place is as the left arm of God Neptune.

: This mold was also used to make [[Gulf (g1)|Gulf]]. It was also slated to be released as ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' [[Archerbot (UT)|Archerbot]], as part of an [[exclusive]] [[Piranhaking (UT)|Piranhaking]] multi-pack which as of now remains unreleased.

*'''Terrormander''' (1998)
[[Image:BW2Terrormander_toy.jpg|left|thumb]]

: A [[redeco]] of the [[Generation 1]] [[Seacon (G1)|Seacon]] [[Seawing (G1)|Seawing]], Terrormander transforms into a robotic manta ray with legs. However, he lacks the rifles and stand-pieces of the original version of the mold. He was available only as part of the God Neptune gift set with his teammates. Since he uses the [[Scramble City]] style of combination, he can form the arm or leg to any combined robot of similar construction, but his nominal place is as the right leg of God Neptune.

: This mold was used to make [[Kraken]]. It was also slated to be released as ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' [[Seawing (Energon)|Seawing]], as part of an [[exclusive]] [[Piranhaking]] multi-pack that as of now remains unreleased.

*'''Sea Phantom''' (1998)
[[Image:BW2SeaPhantom_toy.jpg|right|thumb|]]

: A [[redeco]] of the [[Generation 1]] [[Seacon (G1)|Seacon]] [[Overbite (G1)|Overbite]], Sea Phantom transforms into a robotic shark with limbs. However, he lacks the rifle and stand-pieces of the original version of the mold. He was available only as part of the God Neptune gift set with his teammates. Since he uses the [[Scramble City]] style of combination, he can form the arm or leg to any combined orbot of similar construction, but his nominal place is as the right arm of God Neptune.

: This mold was used to make the ''[[Masterforce]]'' Seacon drone [[Overbite (Masterforce)|Overbite]]. It was also slated to be released as ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' [[Overbite (Energon)|Overbite]], as part of an [[exclusive]] [[Piranhaking]] multi-pack that as of now remains unreleased.

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King Poseidon

2007-03-10T17:34:03Z

71.100.108.115: /* Zone OVA and manga */

{{disambig2|the Japanese Seacon combiner|the American Seacon combiner|Piranacon (G1)}}

:''King Poseidon is a [[Decepticon]] [[Combiner]] from the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]]''

[[Image:KingPoseidon1.jpg|right|250px|thumb|King of the Wild Blue Yonder]]

'''King Poseidon''' is comprised of the following [[Seacon (Masterforce)|Seacons]], though only their leader, Turtlar, is sentient:

*[[Turtlar|Turtlar (Leader)]]
*[[Overbite (Masterforce)|Overbite]]
*[[Kraken|Kraken]]
*[[Lobclaw|Lobclaw]]
*[[Gulf]]
*[[Tentakil (Masterforce)|Tentakil]]

'''Crackhead English-Malay dub name:''' ''Piranacon''

==Fiction==

===Masterforce cartoon===
''Voice actor:'' [[Masato Hirano]] (Japan)<br/>

====Masterforce manga====

====Zone OVA and manga====

[[Image:KingPoseidonZone1.jpg|right|150px|thumb|What kinda bot names their kid-bot "Turtlar"?]]

''(King Poseidon is referred to as one of the [[Nine Great Demon Generals]]. This terminology, coupled with the presence of the previously deceased [[Black Zarak]] in their ranks and [[Violen Jygar]]'s supernatural origins, could mean that King Poseidon died previously to Zone and was likewise brought back to life. However, this is unconfirmed, meaning that Violen Jygar may have simply recruited the still-living King Poseidon to be a General.)''

When [[Violen Jygar]] siezed command of the Decepticons, his first act was to recruit 9 Demon-Generals from Decepticon history. King Poseidon was selected to be one of those Generals and was given new power and weaponry to make him an even greater threat than before. King Poseidon was sent to [[Earth]] along with [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]], [[Trypticon]] and [[Predaking]] to steal the [[Zodiac]]. King Poseidon managed to get his hands on the Zodiac, and nearly made it away with the precious thingy, until it was taken away by [[Dai Atlas]] and [[Sonic Bomber]]. King Poseidon then met his end when the Zodiac was opened in front of him, unleashing its powerful energies.

==Toys==
[[Image:G1_Piranacon_toy.jpg|left|thumb|150px|An example of [[neon]] not existing in G1 toy colourations.]]
* '''King Poseidon''' (1988)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''D-318'''
: King Posedion was available seperatly or in a giftset with all six seacons. The toys are identical to the Hasbro Seacons.

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[[Category: Masterforce characters]]
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Targetmaster (technology)

2007-03-10T17:30:17Z

71.100.108.115: /* Defining characteristics */

''Targetmasters are one of several specialized Transformer warriors that were developed during the war on [[Nebulos]]. See also [[Headmaster]] and [[Powermaster]]''

[[Image:Targetmasters.jpg|thumb|250px|'''Targetmasters:''' the small one on the right turns into a gun]]

'''Targetmaster''' is a term first used to describe any of the [[Autobot|Autobots]] or [[Decepticons]] who were involved in the war on [[Nebulos]] and had their sidearms or other primary weapons binary-bonded to a Nebulan humanoid. Created shortly after their more drastic [[Headmasters|Headmaster]] cousins, the Targetmasters benefit from being able take two minds into battle without ever losing their heads. The term Targetmaster was later expanded to include any Transformer bonded to another being (be they Nebulan or fellow Cybertronian) that becomes their weapon.

A Targetmaster, unlike a normal Transformer, possess a living weapon, one that is capable of making its own tactical decisions and target priorities. The advantage is similar to that of having a dedicated gunner aboard an aircraft. As most Targetmasters follow the practice of carrying an extra "backup" weapon in addition to their Targetmaster partner, this allows them the luxury of having a gun that they command as well as one they can leave to its own devices: the ultimate "fire and forget" weapon.

The benefit to the [[Nebulos|Nebulans]] who participate in this bonding is fairly obvious: they gain the power to transform themselves into a gun, and if that was good enough for [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]], then who are they to argue with the results? Targetmaster partners tend to be more aggressive and warlike than their fellow Headmasters and [[Powermaster]]s, which tends to come with the territory when someone volunteers to be a walking cannon.

Historically, in most continuities, the Targetmaster process came shortly after the Headmaster process was developed. At various points in their careers, such stalwart warriors as [[Hot Rod (G1)|Hot Rod]], [[Kup (G1)|Kup]], and [[Blurr (G1)|Blurr]] have been counted amongst the [[Autobot]] Targetmasters, while notable Decepticons like [[Cyclonus (G1)|Cyclonus]] and [[Scourge (G1)|Scourge]] also accepted the process in order to reap the benefits of such added power.

''In Japanese continuities Targetmaster partners hail from the planet [[Master]], but unlike the [[Headmasters]] they are partnered with a regular Transformer as opposed to a [[Transtector]]. This fusion came about in a blast which Binary-Bonded a group of refugees from Master to the arms of the new Autobot recruits, as well as the Decepticon marauders, who were terrorizing the refugies in the first place. Unlike in the US continuity and toys, when the Masters Transform into gun mode, they take the place of their larger partner's entire hand instead of being held by it.

''It is unknown at this time why [[Ricochet (G1) (Autobot)|Ricochet]], [[Artfire (G1)|Artfire]], Hot Rod, and Kup have Targetmasters, as they were not present for the explosion. It is also unknown why the Japanese Targetmasters speak in a series of electronic beeps (like the [[Mini-Cons]]) instead of normally like their Headmaster brethren.''

==Terminology==

In conversation, both the primary Transformer and their Nebulan partner are referred to by the title "Targetmaster". Unlike other factions of the Autobot/Decepticon war, like the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] or the [[Constructicon]]s, Targetmasters are generally not considered to form their own unit: Targetmasters can regularly deploy alone or with other, non-bonded Transformers.

The term "Targetmaster" is a description for the unique bonding shared between Transformer and Nebulan. If an Autobot or Decepticon loses their Nebulan partner (such as was the case with [[Hot Rod (G1)|Hot Rod]], when his partner [[Firebolt (G1)|Firebolt]] died), then they cease to be referred to as a Targetmaster. Unlike their fellow bonded Transformers, it is possible for a Targetmaster to leave, abandon, or otherwise seperate from his partner with no ill effects - a Headmaster who splits up his binary bond will have a hard time getting much done without his head, and a Powermaster does not last long without his engine, but a Targetmaster can always pick up a new gun.

Where this is opportunity for confusion, this article refers to the smaller transforming partner as a ''Targetmaster partner.''

==Defining characteristics==

Not all Transformers that turn into guns are Targetmasters. [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]], [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], and [[Browning (G1)|Browning]] change into powerful weapons, but they are not bonded to a specific partner or share any of the traits usually associated with the "Targetmaster" title. The smaller members of the [[Seacons]] however are Targetmasters, each member having the ability to become either a limb for, OR a gun for their combined form.

===Partnering===
[[Image:Targetmaster-nomore.jpg|thumb|'''Targetmaster No More:''' Hot Rod is no longer a Targetmaster as he mourns Firebolt's death.]]
Targetmasters are [[Binary Bond|binary bonded]] to a specific Targetmaster partner or partners. Unlike non-Targetmaster gun-Transformers, their systems interface, resulting in vastly increased accuracy while leaving the larger Transformer's attention free for other tasks.

In order to be considered a Targetmaster, a Transformer must have a specifically chosen partner. Most examples are Nebulans, but this is not necessarily required. The partner wears a specially designed exoskeleton (not unlike the [[Exo-Suit]] worn by [[Daniel Witwicky|Daniel]] and [[Spike Witwicky]]) that allows him to change himself into a weapon. In Marvel comic continuity bio-mechanical surgery was also necessary, transforming the partner in a cyborg. Both of the partners also undergo a procedure known as "Binary Bonding". Although each of the pair is still an individual being (unlike the [[gestalt]]s formed when some Transformers combine), they will be able to share thoughts and sensations, not unlike a psychic connection. One of the many advantages to this is that a Targetmaster can send commands to his weapon without needing to actually touch it, or even be in the same room.

In vehicle mode, the Transformer usually has some kind of port or area where his partner can rest in weapon mode, functioning as a sort of self-guided turret and protecting their larger comrade while he focuses on other tasks. Since the partner is the one who controls their weapon mode, they are self-aiming and capable of tracking their own targets independant of any other weapon systems that the Transformer may have available.

===Double Targetmasters===

[[Image:Double targetmasters.jpg|thumb|Nebulan-on-Nebulan action!]]

It should be noted that in some rare cases Autobots or Decepticons have been known to bond themselves to multiple Targetmaster partners. {{Tooltip|Double Targetmaster|The term comes from a Marvel UK Letters Page}} Transformers are bonded with two smaller partners which, in addition to forming weapons the Transformer can wield, are capable of combining with one another and forming a 'double weapon,' with the power of whichever weapon forms the 'barrel' boosted by the other.

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Hot Rod (G1)

2007-03-10T15:48:26Z

71.100.108.115: /* Generation 1 cartoon */

{{disambig2|the Generation 1 Autobot|the Energon Autobot|Rodimus (Energon)}}
{{disambig3|Prime}}

:''Hot Rod is an Autobot in the [[Generation 1]] continuity family. He has also been known as '''Rodimus Prime''', '''Rodimus''', and '''Rodimus Major'''.''

[[Image:DVDbox3d1.jpg|right|301px|thumb|Opening the Matrix gives you wrinkles.]]

'''Hot Rod''' is brash and headstrong, with an overwhelming self-confidence that borders on arrogance. [[Kup]] has assumed the role of mentor and advisor to the impetuous young Hot Rod, offering him wisdom and advice when he needs it (though Hot Rod rarely feels that he does, much to Kup's annoyance). [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]], a female Autobot, also serves as a calming influence on Hot Rod, and tends to either worry about him when he is not around, or deride and tease him when he is. Their relationship is antagonistic, but friendly. Exactly how deep Hot Rod's feelings for Arcee might run is unknown, whether they be friendly, romantic, or otherwise.

In contrast, his '''Rodimus Prime''' persona - while still headstrong and stubborn - seems to suffer from a severe lack of confidence, often doubting his own decisions and expressing distress over his position as an Autobot leader. Of course, much of this comes from having immediately succeeded leadership from [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]], and shoes-to-be-filled don't ''get'' much bigger than that.

One thing that both sides of this Autobot's identity have in common is their impatience - neither Hot Rod nor Rodimus Prime can stand to wait around when they could be doing something instead. He is also very self-reliant, rarely sending others to do anything when he could be doing it himself.

His [[Targetmaster]] partner is [[Firebolt (G1)|'''Firebolt''']].

''Japanese names:'' '''Hot Rodimus''', '''Rodimus Convoy'''<br>
''French-Canadian name:'' '''Météorite'''<br>
''Italian name:'' '''Folgore'''

==Fiction==
===Generation 1 cartoon===
:''Voice actors:'' [[Judd Nelson]] → [[Dick Gautier]] (US); [[Hiroya Ishimaru]] (Japan)

[[Image:HotRodFishing1.jpg |right|200px|thumb|"I'm tellin' you, Daniel, you HAD to kiss me to activate my fishing rod. STOP crying!"]]

Hot Rod was one of the many Autobots based in [[Autobot City]], on [[Earth]]. He was close friends with the young human [[Daniel Witwicky]], and seemed to have a reputation for being something of a trouble-maker, judging from a few of Kup's comments to him at the time. Realising that the Decepticons were invading, Hot Rod opened fire on their stolen shuttle and exposed their ruse before Megatron could enter the city. Although this did give the rest of the Autobots time to begin transforming Autobot City and raising their defences, it also left Hot Rod trapped outside with Kup and Daniel. After defeating the Decepticons [[Blitzwing (G1)|Blitzwing]] and [[Shrapnel (G1)|Shrapnel]] with some help from Kup, Hot Rod managed to find a way inside the fortress city and took part in its defense. During [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime's]] battle with [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]], Hot Rod intervened in an attempt to help, but succeeded only in giving Megatron the chance he needed to mortally wound the Autobot leader.

After Prime's death, Autobot City was attacked again - by [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]]. While escaping, Hot Rod and Kup (and the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]]) were seperated from the rest of the Autobots and crashed on the planet [[Quintessa|Quintessa]]. There, Hot Rod met the Quintessons, an enemy who would haunt him for some time later. After escaping their sadistic trial and attempted execution (as well as meeting [[Wheelie (G1)|Wheelie]]), Hot Rod went on to the planet [[Junk]], where he was just in time to stop [[Wreck-Gar (G1)|Wreck-Gar]] from destroying the rest of the Autobot City refugees with a timely use of the [[Universal greeting]]. Together, they all travelled to [[Cybertron]] to stop [[Unicron]] before he could eat more than just its moons.

[[Image:RodimusPrimeMovie1.jpg |left|200px|thumb|"Oh no you DI'INT!"]]

Inside of Unicron, Hot Rod was seperated from the rest of his team when their ship crashed (something which happens to Hot Rod a lot). Alone, he found himself facing [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] in a battle to the death over the Autobot Matrix of Leadership. Claiming the Matrix, Hot Rod evolved into "Rodimus Prime", an older, larger, and more powerful version of himself, and used the power of the Matrix to destroy both Galvatron ''and'' Unicron once and for all (supposedly).

Peace reigned on Cybertron for at least long enough to put up some of the more important buildings, and Rodimus Prime began to ease into his role as the new Autobot leader. When Ultra Magnus and Spike Witwicky were kidnapped during a peace celebration, it was Rodimus who spied on the Decepticons with [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] to determine if they were the ones who had done it. The way Rodimus had it figured, the Decepticons were usually behind everything anyway, so they seemed like a good enough place to start. After getting caught and severely beaten by the Decepticons (who were innocent of the kidnapping, but not really fans of his anyway), Rodimus was able to interface with the Matrix and learned about the origins of the Transformer race. He also learned that his old enemies, the Quintessons, were back and looking to destroy every Transformer in existence. Making things worse, Galvatron soon returned as well, and the war that everyone had assumed was safely over quickly started up again.

During this period, Rodimus Prime's greatest achievements both revolved around his predecessor, [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]]. While fleeing from a Decepticon attack, Rodimus and several other Autobots took refuge in a massive Autobot crypt and discovered that their former leader seemed to have returned to life. Perhaps a little too trusting of Optimus (and possibly eager to relieve himself of the burden of leadership), Rodimus quickly passed the Matrix back to Optimus and, much to his glee, reverted back into Hot Rod. His happiness was short-lived, however, as Optimus was quickly revealed to be nothing more than a puppet of the Quintessons, sent to trick the Autobots into an ambush from which none of them would escape. With no other choice, Hot Rod was forced to do battle with Optimus Prime for the fate of the Autbots. Although their duel was clearly in the favour of the more powerful Optimus, Hot Rod was able to re-awaken the true spirit of his leader. Returning the Matrix to Rodimus, Optimus then piloted his ship into the heart of the ambush and sacrificed himself to save them all.

[[Image:HotRodReturnOfOptimusPrime1.jpg |right|200px|thumb|"Does my thumb look infected to you?"]]

Or so it had seemed at the time. As was so often the case for Rodimus, things did not quite wrap up as tidily as he might have hoped. Far from being destroyed, Optimus had been retrieved by a team of human scientists who were hoping to use him (again) as a weapon against the Autobots - this time as the bearer of a malignant "Hate Plague" that would cause them to destroy each other. When he learned of this, Rodimus swiftly formed a rescue party and led them to retrieve Optimus' body so that their former leader could rest in peace. When all of the rest of the Autobots with him were exposed to the Hate Plague, only Rodimus was able to escape unharmed - and with the still uninfected body of Optimus. Returning to Autbot City, Rodimus ordered [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky-Lynx]] to find a Quintesson to repair Optimus, then risked his life to shut down [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]] before the Plague could spread to it. Attacked by Ultra Magnus and Wreck-Gar in the process, he succumbed to the plague and became infected with hate. In order to stop the Plague, the resurrected Optimus had to defeat the crazed Rodimus and forcibly extract the Matrix from him, changing him back into Hot Rod once more. This time, as Optimus had decided to stick around, the change was somewhat more permanent. ''Somewhat''.

===="Rebirth" miniseries (America-only)====

Even after losing his position as Autobot leader, Hot Rod was not the sort to rest on his laurels. Among other things, he was instrumental in championing the idea of human/Transformer binary bonding, a technique that later resulted in the [[Headmaster|Headmasters]] and [[Targetmaster|Targetmasters]]. Hot Rod himself became one of the latter, bonding himself to a [[Nebulos|Nebulan]] named [[Firebolt (G1)|Firebolt]].

====''The Transformer'' manga====

Rodimus Prime faced numerous bizarre challenges within the pages of the Transformer manga. In one instance, Rodimus and his troops were taken under siege by a horde of Megatron clones calling themselves the [[Megatron Military]]. The Megatron Military made short work of Rodimus, leaving him to wonder how he could defeat a whole horde of the baddy, when Optimus Prime could barely deal with ''one''. Rodimus eventually realized that Galvatron was secretly controlling the clones and singled him out. With Galvatron defeated, the Megatron Military ceased to function.

During another battle, he was forced to team with his arch-nemesis, Galvatron, to defeat the all-powerful [[Guiltar]]. Guiltar was a creation built by the [[Quintesson]]s utilizing the powers of both Optimus Prime and Megatron. Together, Rodimus and Galvatron defeated their foe (who it turned was being controlled by the ghost of [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]]) and called off the truce.

====''Headmasters'' cartoon (Japan-only)====

''(The Headmasters anime skips the events which occurred in the 3-part "The Rebirth" story arc)''

[[Image:DoubleConvoy1.jpg |left|200px|thumb|"Race ya to the Matrix!" "Yer on!"]]

After the events of "The Return of Optimus Prime", Hot Rod maintained a high-level position among the Autobots as well as a new sense of duty and responsibility. After [[Vector Sigma]] was under threat of explosion, Hot Rod raced all over Earth trying to find the [[Matrix]], which was still being repaired after its confrontation with the Hate Plague. Hot Rod eventually found the Matrix in a hiding place on Earth and rushed it back to Cybertron. Racing down to Vector Sigma, he met up with Optimus Prime and the ghost of [[Alpha Trion (G1)|Alpha Trion]]. Alpha Trion repaired the Matrix fully and Hot Rod transformed back into Rodimus Prime. Together, Optimus and Rodimus fought side-by-side to defeat Galvatron and his goons. However, to save Vector Sigma, Optimus Prime sacrified his life by merging with the super computer.

Rodimus became Autobot Supreme Commander once more and continued to lead the Autobots against the Decepticons. However, once again, Vector Sigma came under threat of destruction. However, he was unable to save it this time but managed to evacuate all of Cybertron before it was destroyed. In search of a new homeworld, Rodimus, [[Kup (G1)| Kup]] and [[Blurr (G1)| Blurr]] left the planet. [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]] asked if she could go, too, but Rodimus made her stay behind because she's a girl, and girls can't do anything but stand around and worry and make coffee for the men.

====''Headmasters'' manga====

[[Image:Ep14.jpg|right|150px|thumb|He's so dreeeaaaaamyyyy.]]

In the concluding chapter of the Headmasters manga, issue number 8, Rodimus Prime returned from his journey in space. During his quest, he faced many dangers and hardships and learned a new admiration for the human race and the planet Earth. His trials also increased the power of the Matrix, which he had taken with him on his journey.

====''Battlestars: Return of Convoy'' (Japan-only)====

Rodimus would not appear again until [[Battlestars]], where he was shown to have reverted back to Hot Rod and now been converted into a [[Micromaster]]. As a Micromaster, Hot Rod took up residence in [[Optimus Prime (G1)#Battlestars: Return of Convoy (Japan-only)|Star Convoy's]] chest, boosting his Supreme Commander's power.

''('''Note''': Hot Rod's Micromaster body leaves fans to believe that the new homeworld he went searching for ended up being [[Planet Micro]], which was featured prominantly in [[Victory (television series)|Transformers Victory]].)''

===Marvel Comics continuity===
====Generation 1====

''('''Note:''' Events from the UK-only comics are in italics, and are flippin' convoluted.)''

''When [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]] made the decision to leave Cybertron and its civil war behind and travel to a new, peaceful planet, he dispatched Hot Rod and [[Blurr (G1)|Blurr]] to search for suitable worlds. The pair discovered the planet of [[Nebulos]], but on their return trip to inform him, they ran afoul of some unpleasant aliens who captured Blurr and pursued Hot Rod through space. While fleeing, Hot Rod crossed paths with the Autobot war veteran, Kup, living a nomadic existence wandering through space at the time, and the youth's bravado re-ignited Kup's fighting spirit. After saving Hot Rod and helping him to rescue Blurr, Kup joined the pair in returning to Cybertron.'' {{storylink|Kup's Story!}}

Having delivered his report to Fortress Maximus, Hot Rod was among the contingent of Transformers who accompanied him to Nebulos. The Autobots' arrival on the planet immediately stirred civil unrest, however, which lead to the Decepticons being brought to the planet, and the war continuing on a smaller scale. Technological advancements developed during the conflict saw Nebulans being bio-engineered into [[binary bonding|partnerships]] with the Transformers - Hot Rod became a Targetmaster, and was bonded the Nebulan sharpshooter, Firebolt, who transformed into his gun. Eventually, the Autobots determined to move their war away from Nebulos, and followed a signal sent by [[Goldbug]], recieved by Hot Rod, to the planet [[Earth]]. {{storylink|Brothers in Armor!!}}

Hot Rod's role in the war on Earth was, in contrast to his nature, a small, quiet one, as he served under Fortress Maximus, and then the resurrected Optimus Prime, with little to no notable actions performed for a prolonged period of time. Eventually, however, he began playing larger roles again when he turned the tide of battle with [[Pretender]] [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] after he succeeded in injuring the villain, {{storylink|Skin Deep}} and made a particularly stupid move when he tried to snap Optimus Prime out of a funk by creating a mock threat with a [[Guardian|Guardian Mark V battle droid]]. The robot proceeded to malfunction and truly endanger the Autobots, but Hot Rod's plan worked when Prime saved the day and defeated it. {{storylink|Yesterday's Heroes!}} He later participated in the battles against [[Thunderwing (G1)|Thunderwing]], {{storylink|All Fall Down}} Unicron (speeding into the conflict on a jet-sled), {{storylink|On the Edge of Extinction!}} and the Decepticon forces on the planet [[Klo]]. {{storylink|End of the Road!}}

''Hot Rod rose to greater prominence in the alternate future timeline of [[Earth-120185]]. In 1990, he, Kup and Blurr were captured by Megatron; although rescued by a double-agent named [[Warmonger]], Hot Rod was recaptured and bore witness first hand to Megatron's mercilessness when he executed Warmonger. Then, in 1991, he was part of a unit that escorted the captive [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]], only to lose the Decepticon leader when forced to defend a human settlement against an attack by the [[Air Strike Patrol]].'' {{storylink|Aspects of Evil!}} ''In 2003, he and Blurr were given "Ark duty," assigned to stand guard over the [[Ark|Autobots' spaceship]] while construction on [[Autobot City]] began. Kup was apparently instructed to deliver the plans of the city to the American government, and when Hot Rod saw him being jumped by the [[Stunticon]]s, he disobeyed orders and sped out to the rescue, only to find that the tape had been a dummy.'' {{storylink|Ark Duty}} ''When the city was completed in 2004, [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] attacked it on its opening day, and Hot Rod repelled him by attacking in a wildly illogical manner, tackling him down a mountain repeatedly.'' {{storylink|Aspects of Evil!}}

''In the year 2006, when the new Decepticon leader [[Galvatron]] travelled back in time to 1986 as part of a plan to free himself from the control of Unicron, the chaos-bringer used his mental powers to plan knowledge of Galvatron's plan into Hot Rod, Kup and Blurr's minds and transported them to Cybertron, where they used Galvatron's equipment to follow him into the past. There, with help from the present-day incarnation of Ultra Magnus, they were able to convince Galvatron that he had, in fact, travelled back in time to a parallel universe, where his actions would have no effect on the future. Believing this, Galvatron returned to his own time, and after setting any remaining wrongs to right, the trio of Autobots also returned to 2006.'' {{storylink|Target 2006}} ''Back in his native timeline, Hot Rod was subsequently involved in a battle with Galvatron inside Unicron's body, during which he opened the sacred Autobot talisman, the [[Creation Matrix]], and was transformed into Rodimus Prime. With this new strength, he hurled Galvatron through Unicron's hide and opened the Matrix, destroying the planet-eater.'' {{storylink|The Transformers: The Movie}}

[[Image:Rodimusprimerequestdenied.jpg|left|thumb|300px|Rodimus learned the wrong lesson from Optimus' death.]]

''As the new Autobot leader, Rodimus re-established Autobot control of Cybertron, and proved to be a fairly ruthless leader when it came to dispensing mercy. When Galvatron did not reappear, however, he grew concerned, and rashly placed a bounty on the Decepticons' head. What Rodimus did not realise, however, was that Galvatron had time-jumped again, travelling back to 1987.'' {{storylink|Wanted - Galvatron Dead or Alive}} ''In 2007, when the freelance peace-keeping agent [[Death's Head]] pursued Galvatron back to the 80s, Rodimus was informed of this fact by an Autobot double-agent named [[Nautilus]], and, dismayed at the danger he had unleashed on the past, promptly headed back in time himself to stop the dual threats.'' {{storylink|Burning Sky!}} ''Once again teaming up with the present-day Ultra Magnus, Rodimus and his team tracked Galvatron down to [[Mount Verona]], where he was attempting to harness the volcano's molten energy. While arguing with Death's Head, Rodimus and the bounty hunter were both attacked, but when Ultra Magnus opened fire on his power siphon, Galvatron was distracted long enough for Rodimus to escape.'' {{storylink|Hunters!}} ''Rodimus then arranged a plan that saw the Autobots capture Galvatron's time-jump mechanism, in order to have [[Wreck-Gar]] re-engineer it to return all the time-travellers to their point of origin. Rodimus engaged Galvatron in a protracted battle to buy Wreck-Gar time, but when the device was activated, Rodimus, Death's Head and the other Autobots were returned to 2007 - but Galvatron was left behind.'' {{storylink|Fire on High!}}

''Some time later, a disgruntled Death's Head accepted a contract from the Decepticons on Rodimus Prime's head, and ambushed him while he was inspecting Autobot lines. Their battle subsequently went underground, where [[Cyclonus (G1)|Cyclonus]] and [[Scourge (G1)|Scourge]] intervened, downing Death's Head in hopes of being the ones to defeat Rodimus, in order to reclaim their lost standing in the Decepticons ranks. Rodimus was able to lead Death's Head through the underground tunnels, right into the heart of the Autobot camp, where he offered him advance payment for a different contract - on Cyclonus and Scourge.'' {{storylink|Headhunt}} ''Death's Head proceeded to track the two Decepticons for the remainder of the year, until the three of them fell under the mental control of Unicron when they discovered his disembodied head on the planet of [[Junk]] in the early days of 2008. Under his control, they assassinated Decepticon leader Shockwave and reignited the stalemated Cybertronian civil war in order to keep the Autobots busy while Unicron worked on rebuilding his body. Rodimus, however, learned of the situation thanks to [[Smokescreen (G1)|Smokescreen]], and lead a small Autobot force to Junk, where Death's Head fought against Unicron's control long enough to project Rodimus's mind into a battle with the demi-god on the astral plane. During the battle, explosives planted by Wreck-Gar destroy Unicron's head, and his mind is sealed within the Matrix.'' {{storylink|The Legacy of Unicron!}}

[[Image:Targetmaster-nomore.jpg|thumb|right|"''I'm'' not being melodramatic, ''you're'' being insensetive!"]]

''Later in 2008, the alien Quintessons targeted Cybertron for colonisation, and attacked the Autobots with a two-pronged assault on both Cybertron and Earth. When [[Arcee]] shirked her guard duty at Autobot City, the Quintessons were given an opening that allowed them to take over the city, and when she returned, they gunned her down as bait for a trap for Rodimus Prime. Arriving at the city, Rodimus discovered the injured Arcee and opened his chest compartment to heal her with the Matrix, only to have it yanked from his grasp by the Quintesson general, [[Ghyrik]], causing him to revert to Hot Rod. Liberating [[Blaster]]'s cassettes for back-up, Hot Rod and Arcee proceeded to fight their way through the Quintessons to Autobot City's control room, where Hot Rod activated [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]] to smash the alien threat. In battle with Ghyrik, Hot Rod duped the Quintessons with a bit of amateur ventrioloquism and reclaimed the Matrix; transformed back into Rodimus Prime again, he routed the Quintessons.'' {{storylink|Space Pirates!}}

''Unbeknowst to Rodimus, the Quintessons had sought to colonise Cybertron because their own homeworld was being destroyed by a rift in space and time caused by the Transformers' repeated time-travel. The rift continued to grow in size until it threatened both Earth and Cybertron at the beginning of both 2009 and 1989. To put an end to the threat, Rodimus and a squad of Autobots travelled back to 1989, only to wind up mass-displacing Optimus Prime (since the Matrix could not exist in two time periods at once) and a group of other Autobots to [[limbo]], leading to a brief violent misunderstanding with the present-day Autobots. Optimus Prime was able to stabilise the situation by communicating with all involved through the power of the Matrix. Subsequently, Autobots and Decepticons from both the present and future teamed up to battle Galvatron and [[Straxus|Megatron]], but one by one they fell, until Optimus Prime used the Matrix to return himself to reality for a final showdown. After absorbing Galvatron, Cyclonus and Scourge, however, the rift was sealed by Shockwave, and Rodimus and the other future Autobots returned to 2009, vowing to destroy their time machines to prevent this ever happening again.'' {{storylink|Time Wars}}

''As it transpired, however, things would not be that easy. In the wake of the massive chronal damage caused by the rift, time had attempted to heal its wounds, but reality was no longer as it had been. The future that Rodimus and the other Autobots came from no longer existed - in its place was a world where Galvatron had never travelled back in time, and had conquered Cybertron after Unicron's destruction. Rodimus quickly established a rebellion, but when Galvatron tracked down their headquarters, he goaded Rodimus into a ferocious battle in hopes of corrupting the Matrix within him. Rodimus realised what he was doing, however, and ended the fight before more damage could be done.'' {{storylink|Aspects of Evil!}}

''At the beginning of 2010, Rodimus and the Autobots escaped to Earth via hyperspace, only to find that their craft's guidance systems had been damaged. During the flight, Rodimus Prime vanished'' {{storylink|The Void!}}, ''and Kup discovered that he was the saboteur,'' {{storylink|Edge of Impact}} ''deducing that he had been corrupted by an evil force from within the Matrix.'' {{storylink|Shadow of Evil}} ''Inside the Matrix, Rodimus battled with the essence of Unicron, trapped there since the events of 2008, until Kup wrenched the Matrix from his chest, freeing from the chaos-bringer's influence. But now, Rodimus knew that the evil of Unicron will be waiting for him within it...'' {{storylink|White Fire}} ''and later that year, Unicron's essence succeeded in taking over Rodimus's body, transforming it into a duplicate of his own and attacking Cybertron once more, until Rodimus was able to defeat him from within and re-seal him within the Matrix.'' {{storylink|Aspects of Evil!}}

''Centuries later, in the year 2356, Rodimus, his body withered and weakened from the continuous harmful influence of Unicron from within the Matrix, lectured a young Autobot student on the nature of evil, unwittingly setting the youth on the path towards villainy himself.'' {{storylink|Aspects of Evil!}}

''In an unidentified timeline in the year 2510, a healthy Rodimus Prime was overjoyed to announce that the Cybertronian war was finally over, and planned to step down as leader to allow [[Springer]] to take over. The sole remaining Decepticon, a double-agent named [[Triton]], spoke out against the decision to cause dissention, and succeeded - as Rodimus could only watch in dismay, arguments escalated into conflict, and the war was born again as Autobot fought Autobot.'' {{storylink|Peace}}

Additonally, in one futher alternate future timeline - a world in which Unicron succeeded in consuming Cybertron - Rodimus led the Autobot/human defense of Earth when [[Galvatron II|that timeline's Galvatron]] attacked and eventually conquered it. Rodimus perished during the conflict, and his body was strung up between the ruined towers of the World Trade Center. In the year 2009, Galvatron returned to Manhatten to survey its devastated landscape, and fired upon Rodimus's corpse, demanding to know how many times he would have to kill him to erase his legacy. {{storylink|Rhythms of Darkness!}}

====Generation 2====

===Dreamwave comics continuity===

Hot Rod joined an underground Autobot cell led by [[Kup (G1)|Kup]] after [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave's]] takeover of [[Cybertron]]. Among the members of the cell was [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]], who Hot Rod became attached to.

From the [[Wastelands]], Hot Rod, [[Blurr (G1)|Blurr]], and [[Springer (G1)|Springer]] observed an incoming Decepticon shuttle carrying the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]]. Shortly afterwards, the cell rescued [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] from [[Runamuck (G1)|Runamuck]] and [[Runabout (G1)|Runabout]], and took him to their base. After awakening, Prime attacked [[Gnaw (G1)|Gnaw]], Blurr, and [[Wheelie (G1)|Wheelie]], forcing Hot Rod (who didn't recognize him) to hold him at gunpoint. After being admonished by Kup, Hot Rod apologized.

After Shockwave unleashed the [[Guardian Robots]] on [[Iacon]], Prime organized the resistance cell and other Autobot forces on the planet in an assault on Shockwave's citadel. Fighting alongside the Autobot leader, Hot Rod was amazed that the stories Kup had told him about Prime's courage and heroism had all been true. As an injured Prime breached the citadel, Hot Rod, Ironhide and [[Springer (G1)|Springer]] provided cover fire, taking down a number of Guardians in the process. Along with the rest of Iacon, they witnessed the divine light of the [[Matrix of Leadership|Autobot Matrix of Leadership]] when Shockwave activated it.

As Prime and [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] battled Shockwave within the citadel, Hot Rod and [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] took down [[Astrotrain (G1)|Astrotrain]] and [[Blitzwing (G1)|Blitzwing]]. Immediately afterwards, they were confronted with the looming threat of a remaining Guardian Robot - a threat that was soon neutralized by the arrival of the [[Wreckers]], the [[Autobot High Council]], and [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]]. The unified Autobot group soon breached the citadel.

Some time later, Hot Rod ran a simulation combat scenario against Kup, and won using tactics that, in Kup's opinion, would have killed them both had it been real. Only after his victory did Hot Rod remember that he'd promised to take Arcee to see an [[Earth]]-bound shuttle launch - a duty Springer was happy to relieve him of. Soon afterwards, he was assigned to perimeter guard duty at [[Autobase]] with Gnaw and Wheelie, separating him from Arcee.

===''Universe: The Wreckers''===
[[Image:Hotrodg1.jpg|right|thumb|150px|Undergoing the [[Maximal Upgrade]] mostly involves applying your stickers.]]

A few months after the destruction of [[Unicron]] in 2005, Rodimus Prime spearheaded an effort to establish multiple recon posts to watch for advancing threats... even though some of his scientists said he shouldn't. When only two of the five launched ships were ever heard from again, Rodimus felt like a schmuck. Guy can't catch a break. {{storylink|Betrayal}}

After the Great Wars ended and the [[Pax Cybertronia]] was signed, he changed his name to simply "Rodimus" and decided to check out the new "[[Maximal]] upgrade". His relationship with [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]] effectively ended shortly after, as the latter went through dark gripping emo depression over the death of [[Daniel Witwicky]] and vanished.

Rodimus joined the [[Wreckers]] at some undetermined point afterwards. After [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]] took over Cybertron with his [[Vehicon]] drones, Wrecker leader [[Apelinq]] got stranded on prehistoric [[Earth]], leaving Rodimus in charge. True to form, he ditched leadership duties to [[Primal Prime]] as soon as possible.

After Primal Prime got his marching orders from the [[Oracle]], he met Rodimus deep inside Cybertron's caverns, where an even more gothy-emo Arcee --in a new Maximal body-- lurked and stewed in her depression. Realizing he couldn't convince her to give a damn about anything, he left, rejoining the main Wrecker force in battle. Making it onto an ancient Autobot shuttle, the Wreckers blasted off.... with late-arrival Arcee. {{storylink|Departure}}

Rodimus recognized the homing beacon emitting from [[Archa Nine]] as one of those missing exploration parties mentioned before. When the shuttle landed, Rodimus stayed behind to help repair the damage the ship had suffered. The entire Wrecker team later gathered in an [[Akalouthan]] village, where Rodimus was reuinted with [[Glyph]], who took them to see the artifact known as the [[Divine Light]]. The Wreckers' analysis of the item was cut short, as it was stolen by the traitor [[Cyclonus (G1)|Cyclonus]]. Rodimus saw the back-in-his-old-body [[Devcon]] off, who was sent to chase after Cyclonus, while the Wreckers made for their next destination... even though several of them were now leery of the visions Primal Prime had been getting. Because they've really done ''so well'' by the Wreckers so far. {{storylink|Betrayal}}

Upon landing on the frozen planet, Rodimus was part of the search party immediately dispatched to look for... something. Primal Prime wasn't too sepcific. They came across [[Al-Badur]], an exiled [[Quintesson]], who gave them a little history lesson. They were then promptly attacked by a school of [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticons]], but the Wreckers made short work of them. they made their way back to the ship, with Al-Badur in tow, and made for their next destination... {{storylink|Disclosure}}

''('''Note''': As the comic series ended prematurely here, it is unknown how things went. The Wreckers ''series'' was intended to end shortly afterwards and tie directly into the ''[[Universe]]'' comic, but it never happened.)''

===''Teletraan Go! Go!'' mini-comics===
[[Image:Hotrod-micro.jpg|left|150px|thumb|This isn't the last time he'll work with a creepy-looking girl.]]

Hot Rod (in his [[Micromaster]] form) rescued [[Teletraan 15]] from a strange mechanical monster, a [[Great Novaroid|Novaroid]]. Teletraan 15 noted that Hot Rod was considerably smaller than she remembered him.

Irked, Hot Rod laid the blame for the [[transwarp]] holes in space-time on 15. It was through these holes that this future/alternate version of Hot Rod and the Novaroid had arrived in Teletraan 15's time.

Things probably turned out allright from that point.
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===IDW comics continuity===
[[Image:Spotlight03HotRod.jpg|thumb|WHEEE]]
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Hot Rod goes on a suicide run to save a friend he though was dead-[[Doubledealer|Dealer]].

===''Kiss Players''===
'''Voice actors:''' [[Ryōtarō Okiayu]] (Japan)

Following the death of [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] and the defeat of [[Unicron]], Hot Rod became [[Rodimus Prime]], the new leader of the [[Autobot]]s. However, when his defeat of [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] led to a [[Tokyo|calamitous disaster]] on [[Earth]], he gave up the [[Matrix]] to [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]], reverted to Hot Rod once more and returned to the [[human]] homeworld.

Damaged by the E.D.C.'s [[anti-electron]] field, Hot Rod [[ParaSitech|fused]] with a [[Legion]] and was reformatted into a Ford GT body by a kiss from the former [[Earth Defense Command]] [[Kiss Players|Kiss player]] [[Shao-Shao Li|Lǐ Shāo-Shāo]]. Now, partnered with the kung-fu mistress, he travels around [[Japan]] battling the E.D.C., Legion, and the resurrected Optimus Prime.

Hot Rod is cocky and confident in his speed and sharpshooting skills, and weathers his human partner's complaints that he's slacking off on his hand-to-hand combat training. He would much prefer to practice kissing, and the resulting fusion grants him Shāo's considerable martial arts skills as well as the ability to wield his firearms as [[wikipedia:tonfa|tonfas]]. In return, he steals underwear for her.

He enjoys fishing and carries a customized rod that can be converted into a forearm-mounted weapon called the "Exhaust Eliminator". Shāo-Shāo doesn't like working with him after a fishing trip due to the smell, but she secretly wishes that he would take her with him anyway. Hot Rod is also suspicious of Optimus Prime, and claims that he is not the ''real'' Optimus, presumably because he still believes his former commander to be dead following the battle of Autobot City.

Hot Rod has the distinction of being the only known robot with a Kiss Player partner to have lips. This may contribute to Shāo's feelings of excitement when she kisses him, though the rest of the time she's a bit outraged that a robot would have the audacity to talk to her like a person.

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==Toys==
===Generation 1===
[[Image:Rodimusmajor.jpg|125px|right|thumb|This is totally what automobiles will look like in the far-flung future of 2005.]]

* '''Hot Rod''' (Autobot Car, 1986/2000/2002)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-78'''

: Hot Rod was one of the first toys designed specifically for the ''Transformers'' toyline, versus being an imported pre-existing toy. Designer [[Floro Dery]] created Hot Rod for the animated film and then the toy was created from his model sheet. (The model sheet would be altered further after the toy was completed.) Hot Rod transforms from a robot into a "futuristic" hot rod sportscar. The toy comes with two rifles. There are two versions of this toy; initial releases have die-cast (unpainted) metal feet, while later shipments use black plastic.

: In 2000, [[Takara]] re-released the Hot Rod toy, having had to retro-[[retool]] it from the [[Targetmaster]] release. In 2002, [[Hasbro]] released it as part of the Toys 'R' Us [[exclusive]] [[Commemorative Series]] line as '''Rodimus Major'''. Both versions use die-cast metal for his feet.

: The same mold is used by [[Black Rodimus (G1)|Black Rodimus]].

* '''Rodimus Prime''' (Autobot Hero, 1986/2004)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-77'''

: Rodimus Prime was designed in much the same way as Hot Rod. Rodimus transforms from a robot and battle platform into a futuristicky Winnebago camper. The toy comes with a "Photon eliminator" rifle and two blast shields to attach to either side of his battle platform's cannon. (The yellow spoiler was also to be removed and replaced during transformation.) Like Hot Rod, there are materials variations; initial releases have metal toes with rubber tires, while latter shipments replaced both with black plastic.

: The metal-toes/rubber-ties version of the toy saw re-release in both Japan and the US in 2004.

: This mold is also used by [[Primus]].

* '''Hot Rod w/ Firebolt''' (Targetmaster, 1987/2004)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-110''', '''TFC-13'''

: Hot Rod was re-released with his new [[Nebulan]] [[Targetmaster]] partner [[Firebolt (G1)|Firebolt]] a year after the original release. The toy was [[retool]]ed to have larger pegholes in his fists and his engine block so the Targetmaster gun would fit. Latter versions of this toy retooled his lower legs to minimize the scraping of his thigh decals.

: Takara reissued Targetmaster Hot Rod in 2004 as sort of an "ultimate" version, with metal toes (the original versions all used plastic) and the twin rifles from the non-Targetmaster version.

*'''Crystal Rodimus''' (Autobot Car, 2001)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-78C'''

: One of the earliest [[e-Hobby]] exclusives, "Crystal" Rodimus uses the reissue Hot Rod mold, but cast almost entirely in transparent plastics. He was availbale only in a set with the evil clone [[Black Rodimus (G1)|Black Rodimus]].

===Battlestars===
[[Image:Hotrodmicromaster.jpg|100px|right|thumb|Shrinkage!]]
* '''Star Convoy w/ Hot Rodimus''' (Autobot, 1991/2005)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-372'''

: Available only with [[Optimus Prime (G1)#Battlestars: Return of Convoy (Japan-only)|Star Convoy]], Hot Rod's [[Micromaster]] form is a simplified version of his original toy, transforming into the same futuristic race car. In 2005, Star Convoy was re-released with several deco changes; among them, the decals used on Hot Rod were changed to [[paint applications]].

===Classics===
*'''Rodimus''' (Deluxe, 2006)
[[Image:Rodimusclassics.jpg|100px|left|thumb|This is maybe what cars will look like in 2026? Who knows.]]

: ''[[Classics (2006)|Classics]]'' Rodimus is a sleeker, more streamlined version of the original, now transforming into a heavily-altered Dome Zero, a [http://www.supercarnet.jp/File/File-Japan/File-Dome.htm futuristic race car from 1978]. His rear-mounted thruster engine becomes a hand-held weapon in robot mode, launching a spring-loaded missile. His left arm also hides a flip-out "comm unit" that is clearly supposed to be the buzzsaw he used for a brief period in [[The Transformers: The Movie (1986)|the Movie]].

: In a twist of delicious buttery fandom irony, Classics Rodimus has elements that were introduced in his [[Rodimus (Energon)|''Energon'' namesake]], making him a somewhat backwards-[[homage]]. His face also appears to take visual cues from how he was drawn by [[Derek Yaniger]] in the [[Generation 2 (Marvel comic)|''Generation 2'' comic book]].

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===Titanium Series===
*'''Rodimus''' (3-inch Robot Masters, 2006)
[[Image:TitaniumRM_Rodimus.jpg|right|thumb|120px|"Three-inch Rod" is its own joke.]]

: ''Titanium'' Rodimus is a 3 inch tall, non-transforming, die-cast metal figuerine. He has limited articulation, localized in his head, shoulders and waist. His gun (which looks an ''awful'' lot like Firebolt) is also removable. Excitement!

*'''Rodimus Prime''' (6-inch Cybertron Heroes, 2007)
[[Image:TitaniumHeroRodimus_toy.jpg|left|thumb|Winnebago... ''of the '''future'''!!!'']]

: ''Titanium Cybertron Heroes'' Rodimus Prime is a mostly die-cast metal transforming toy based loosely upon the original ''Generation 1'' Rodimus Prime toy. He features much greater articulation and bulkier body proportions.

: Unlike the original toy which separated into a robot and a battle station, the entire vehicle mode of the 6-inch ''Titanium'' version transforms into the robot mode. As with ''[[Classics (2006)|Classics]]'' Rodimus, ''Titanium'' Rodimus Prime takes some visual cues from the ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' version of the character in addition to the original toy and the animation model... ''and'' the actual ''Classics'' Rodimus toy, such as the engine-block dickie.

===Kiss Players===
*'''Hot Rodimus X SyaoSyao''' (Kiss Players, 2006)
[[Image:KPHotRodimus.jpg|125px|left|thumb|The fishing rod turns into arm blasters. The girl eats dumplings.]]

: ''[[Kiss Players]]'' Hot Rodimus is a retool and redeco of the [[Alternators]] [[Mirage]] toy, transforming into a red Ford GT. His engine becomes a pair of pistols that double as tonfa weapons, and his fishing rod can be taken apart and reassembled to create a triple-barreled arm-mounted blaster reminiscent of the original Hot Rod's exhaust pipe weapons. His new head sculpt includes a retractable visor patterned after the one used in the movie. The toy also included a PVC figurine of the character's "Kiss Player" partner Shaoshao Li and a bamboo dumpling steamer.

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==Merchandise==
===Mega Super Collection Figure===
*'''Rodimus Convoy''' (2002)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''Mega SCF-06'''
[[Image:MegaSCFRodimus.jpg|right|thumb|90px|''YOU!'' Yeah, you! Say that again ''to my face'', you son of a--!]]

''Mega SCF'' Rodimus Convoy is a 5 inch tall non-transforming, articulated PVC action figure based upon the cartoon model. He comes with four sets of hands and a 'Photon Eliminator' rifle.

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==Trivia==

[[Image: Pinkrod.jpg|right|thumb|What do you want to do tonight, Brain?]]

* The original Hot Rod toy was initially cast in a pinker plastic similar to the color of his animation model. For unknown reasons, this was later changed to a decidedly less [[show-accuracy|show-accurate]] red before release, but the earlier version of the toy is visible in the original 1986 Hasbro toy catalogue, and the televised [[Sharkticon]] toy advert.

[[Image:TFGRodimus.jpg|left|100px|thumb|"I fight fire with fire, baby!"]]

* A new Rodimus Prime was devised for the 1991-1992 lineup, however this one did not leave the drawing board. He was to be a fire truck, apparently with a design in the spirit of [[Optimus Prime (G1) #Battlestars 2|Star Convoy]] and with transformation scheme similar to [[Inferno (G1)|Inferno]].

* Hot Rod might be the ''Transformers'' character with the most names in the US. From "Hot Rod" to "Rodimus Prime", to "Rodimus Major" to just plain "Rodimus". Varieties of "Rodimus" appear to be how he will be for a while, as Hasbro appears to be unable to secure the [[trademark]] on "Hot Rod".

* Aside from the ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' namesake character, Hot Rod has also been [[homage]]'d twice (or possibly thrice depending on how you look at it) in the [[Unicron Trilogy]]. For ''[[Armada]]'', the "[[Powerlinx]]" upgrade of [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]] was given a very Hot-Rod-inspired deco. In ''[[Cybertron (franchise)|Cybertron]]'', [[Takara]] made a redeco of Hot Shot (well, "Exillion") with Hot Rod deco as a DVD-pack-in [[exclusive]]. [[Hasbro]] then took this deco, altered it, and released it in the US line at mass retail as the new character [[Excellion]].

* One of the first concepts for Classics Rodimus was based around the [[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pagani_Zonda Pagani Zonda]] super car, before the [http://www.supercarnet.jp/File/File-Japan/File-Dome.htm Dome Zero] design was decided upon.

* At [[Botcon 2002]], Dick Gautier "confirmed", jokingly, that Rodimus Prime is gay.

==External links==
* [http://www.tfu.info/1986/Autobot/HotRod/hotrod.htm Hot Rod at TFU.info]

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

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

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Sparkplug (Armada)

2007-03-10T15:33:00Z

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{{Template:Disambig2|the Armada Mini-Con|the human Generation 1 character|Sparkplug Witwicky}}

'''''Sparkplug''' is a [[Mini-Con]] from the [[Armada]] section of the [[Unicron Trilogy]] [[continuity family]].

[[Image:Sparkplug-AR-DVD.jpg|right|thumb|300px| HERE I COME TO SAVE THE DAAAAY!]]

Sparkplug is a goodnatured, energetic young minicon who through the fates of war becomes partnered with Optimus Prime and so through this, and his heroic actions, becomes something of a leader to his fellow mini-cons. His robot mode design somewhat appears to be a homage to [[Bumblebee|G1 Bumblebee]].

''Japanese name:'' '''Prime'''

==Fiction==
===Armada Cartoon===

===Dreamwave Armada Comic===
Having miraculously avoided capture, Sparkplug is instrumental in helping the [[Air Defence Team]] free his mini-con bretheren from their initial imprisonment by the Decepticons.

===Transformers Playstation 2 Game===

==Toys==
===Armada===
*'''Optimus Prime with Sparkplug''' (Super, 2002/2003)
: ''Japanese ID Number:'' '''MC-01'''

: Sparkplug transforms into a Lamborghini Diablo sportscar. His robot mode bears a passing resemblance to the [[Generation 1]] [[Autobot]] [[Bumblebee]]'s cartoon model. He was only available with his larger partner Optimus Prime. The [[Takara]] release made a minor change to Sparkplug's deco, giving him medium-gray windows rather than the dark purple of the [[Hasbro]] version.

: This mold was used to make [[Atlas]] and [[Rod]].

*'''Prime Super Mode''' (Mini-Con, 2003)

: The August 2003 issue of ''TV Boy'' magazine in Japan came with a special promotional "powered up" [[redeco]] of the Sparkplug toy in green. It also came with a little cardboard roadway and punch-out "targets" of various Decepticons for him to knock over.
: According to the brief ''Transformers'' section of the magazine, Sparkplug takes on this coloration when the other Mini-Cons give him their strength. When [[Powerlinx]]ed to Super Optimus Prime in this mode, Prime's cannon fires a powerful energy blast that takes the shape of Sparkplug's robot mode.

*'''Powerlinx Optimus Prime with Corona Sparkplug''' (Super, 2003)

: For the "[[Powerlinx]]" redeco of Optimus Prime, the original Sparkplug was [[retool]]ed into a Cybertronic sportscar with roof-lights, and given a gold-chrome finish. (This finish seems to be a lot more durable than the chrome found on the [[Transmetal]] toys, being very resistant to flaking.) It as the only part of the set that was retooled, possibly because the yellow parts of Sparkplug are on their own mold-set, meaning an easy change to make (there are no other yellow-plastic parts to Super Optimus Prime).

: This mold was used to make [[Chrome]], [[Synapse]] and [[Thyristor]].

*'''Battle for the Matrix''' (Multi-pack, 2003)

: Released on "Black Friday" (the day after Thanksgiving), this K-Mart store [[exclusive]] bundled together Super Optimus Prime, Sparkplug, [[Jetfire (Armada)|Jetfire]], [[Comettor]], the [[Adventure Mini-Con Team]] and (oddly enough) [[Longarm (Armada)|Longarm]]. This release of Sparkplug is identical to the original; out of the entire set, only Optimus received a deco change.

===Energon===
*'''Optimus Prime and [[Overload (Armada)|Overload]] with Corona Sparkplug and [[Rollout (Armada)|Rollout]]''' (Multi-pack, 2004)

: Part of a very large CostCo exclusive set, this release of Corona Sparkplug is near-identical to the original release, despite the extensive color changes made to Optimus.

==External Links==
*[http://tfu.info/2002/Mini-Con/Sparkplug/sparkplug.htm Sparkplug at TFU.info.]

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Sparkplug (Armada)

2007-03-10T15:32:40Z

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{{Template:Disambig2|the Armada Mini-Con|the human Generation 1 character|Sparkplug Witwicky}}

'''''Sparkplug''' is a [[Mini-Con]] from the [[Armada]] section of the [[Unicron Trilogy]] [[continuity family]].

[[Image:Sparkplug-AR-DVD.jpg|right|thumb|300px| HERE I COME TO SAVE THE DAAAAY!]]

Sparkplug is a goodnatured, energetic young minicon who through the fates of war becomes partnered with Optimus Prime and so through this, and his heroic actions, becomes something of a leader to his fellow mini-cons. His robot mode design somewhat appears to be a homage to [[Bumblebee|G1 Bumblebee]]

''Japanese name:'' '''Prime'''

==Fiction==
===Armada Cartoon===

===Dreamwave Armada Comic===
Having miraculously avoided capture, Sparkplug is instrumental in helping the [[Air Defence Team]] free his mini-con bretheren from their initial imprisonment by the Decepticons.

===Transformers Playstation 2 Game===

==Toys==
===Armada===
*'''Optimus Prime with Sparkplug''' (Super, 2002/2003)
: ''Japanese ID Number:'' '''MC-01'''

: Sparkplug transforms into a Lamborghini Diablo sportscar. His robot mode bears a passing resemblance to the [[Generation 1]] [[Autobot]] [[Bumblebee]]'s cartoon model. He was only available with his larger partner Optimus Prime. The [[Takara]] release made a minor change to Sparkplug's deco, giving him medium-gray windows rather than the dark purple of the [[Hasbro]] version.

: This mold was used to make [[Atlas]] and [[Rod]].

*'''Prime Super Mode''' (Mini-Con, 2003)

: The August 2003 issue of ''TV Boy'' magazine in Japan came with a special promotional "powered up" [[redeco]] of the Sparkplug toy in green. It also came with a little cardboard roadway and punch-out "targets" of various Decepticons for him to knock over.
: According to the brief ''Transformers'' section of the magazine, Sparkplug takes on this coloration when the other Mini-Cons give him their strength. When [[Powerlinx]]ed to Super Optimus Prime in this mode, Prime's cannon fires a powerful energy blast that takes the shape of Sparkplug's robot mode.

*'''Powerlinx Optimus Prime with Corona Sparkplug''' (Super, 2003)

: For the "[[Powerlinx]]" redeco of Optimus Prime, the original Sparkplug was [[retool]]ed into a Cybertronic sportscar with roof-lights, and given a gold-chrome finish. (This finish seems to be a lot more durable than the chrome found on the [[Transmetal]] toys, being very resistant to flaking.) It as the only part of the set that was retooled, possibly because the yellow parts of Sparkplug are on their own mold-set, meaning an easy change to make (there are no other yellow-plastic parts to Super Optimus Prime).

: This mold was used to make [[Chrome]], [[Synapse]] and [[Thyristor]].

*'''Battle for the Matrix''' (Multi-pack, 2003)

: Released on "Black Friday" (the day after Thanksgiving), this K-Mart store [[exclusive]] bundled together Super Optimus Prime, Sparkplug, [[Jetfire (Armada)|Jetfire]], [[Comettor]], the [[Adventure Mini-Con Team]] and (oddly enough) [[Longarm (Armada)|Longarm]]. This release of Sparkplug is identical to the original; out of the entire set, only Optimus received a deco change.

===Energon===
*'''Optimus Prime and [[Overload (Armada)|Overload]] with Corona Sparkplug and [[Rollout (Armada)|Rollout]]''' (Multi-pack, 2004)

: Part of a very large CostCo exclusive set, this release of Corona Sparkplug is near-identical to the original release, despite the extensive color changes made to Optimus.

==External Links==
*[http://tfu.info/2002/Mini-Con/Sparkplug/sparkplug.htm Sparkplug at TFU.info.]

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Sideways (Armada)

2007-03-10T15:26:05Z

71.100.108.115: /* Armada */

:''Sideways is an [[Autobot]], a [[Decepticon]], and an agent of [[Unicron]] in the [[Robots in Disguise]] [[continuity]], the [[Unicron Trilogy]] [[continuity family]], and the [[Robot Masters]] portion of the [[Generation 1]] continuity family.''

[[Image:Sidewaysarmadafleer.jpg|250px|right|thumb|Goofy ominous nutball hardass.]]

'''Sideways''' is the consummate con-artist. He is misleading and deceitful in everything he does, and he lives for the look of shock and betrayal on his victims' faces when they realize he's played them for fools. When the displaced population of [[Planet X]] allied themselves with Unicron to avenge themselves on [[Gigantion]], this treacherous nature made him the perfect robot to pull off the ultimate act of treason - an attempt to sow confusion between Autobot and Decepticon to prevent them from uniting to oppose his dark master.

We're still not quite sure what the heck he actually is.

''Japanese name:'' '''Doubleface''' (''Armada''), '''Noisemaze''' (''Cybertron'')

==Fiction==
===Animated continuity===
====''Armada''====
:''Voice Actors:'' [[Paul Dobson]] (US); [[Takahiro Yamada]], [[Takahiro Sakurai]] (Japan)

[[Image:Sidewaysheads.jpg|150px|left|thumb|My Autobot counterpart is nearby...]]

Sideways first appeared as a beam of light from the sky striking a large [[Earth]] city near the Autobot base. An enigmatic warrior, he appeared to side with the Autobots, helping Hot Shot by watching his back during a confrontation with Scavenger. When asked to reveal himself, he transformed, his rider quickly splitting and becoming a helmet that covered his entire head. He claimed to be Sideways, a drifter who just wandered into the conflict. While he gave the human kids [[Billy (Armada)|Billy]] and [[Fred (Armada)|Fred]] rides in cycle mode to keep them entertained, [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]] and [[Red Alert (Armada)|Red Alert]] as well as [[Rad White|Rad]] and [[Alexis]] were suspicious of the motorcycle's motives, especially his close attention to the Mini-Cons. {{Storylink|Gale}}

In the following battle, [[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]] faced Sidways and Hot Shot alone, and managed to force [[Mini-Con storage panel|Mini-Con panel]] Sideways had (apparently) found out of his grasp. As the Decepticon leader began to warp away, the both Autobots grabbed onto Megatron and all three were teleported to the [[Moon (moon)|Moon]]. To Hot Shot and Megatron's surprise, the Mini-Con panel was a fake, made to convince Megatron to retreat so that Hot Shot, spurred on by Sideways' encouragement, could defeat the Decepticons once and for all. Though both robots fought well alongside each other, with Sideways' expressing concern over Hot Shot's well-being, he eventually betrayed the young Autobot, by striking a deal with Megatron. He would pretend to be Megatron's hostage and in exchange, no matter what, Hot Shot will turn over the [[Star Saber (Armada)|Star Saber]] sword. At first, Hot Shot did follow through, but renegged at the last moment by calling the Mini-Cons back to him. Sideways suddenly attacked Hot Shot, knocking the Star Saber out of his hands and kicking it to [[Starscream (Armada)|Starscream]]. He switched Mini-Con heads, revealing his allegiance to the Decepticons. Hot Shot was savagely beaten by the Decepticons, who stopped short of destroying him on the advice of [[Scavenger (Armada)|Scavenger]], who teleported the young 'bot back to the Autobot base. Once Sideways' loyalty to the Decepticons seemed to be confirmed, he began manipulating them and playing them against each other to suit his mysterious goals. {{Storylink|Credulous}}

[[Image:ArmadaSidewaysTransformationsm.jpg|150px|right|thumb|Very nearby.]]

One of these goals was the replacement of Megatron as Decepticon leader after a series of significant losses. Sideways sowed the seeds of rebellion within the Decepticon ranks, subtley turning Starscream against Megatron and convincing Megatron of Starscream's imminent treachery. The situation came to ahead when the two Decepticons fought outside their base, but Sideways then realized Megatron would never execute Starscream for his insubordination, exposing an ever-constant weakness within the Decepticon command structure. After the battle, Sideways mused that this weakness would come back to haunt Megatron one day, and would be his ruin. Fortunately though, this incident somehow served to solidify the Decepticons as a unit, giving them much greater morale and cohesiveness, and achieving Sideway's aims of giving neither faction in the conflict a clear advantage. {{Storylink|Rebellion}}

Shortly thereafter, Sideways tried to hack the Autobot base computer, only to encounter the children attempting to destroy the equipment to stop Sideways. He transported them to a digital universe, where they saw the coming of a two [[Jetfire (Armada)|new]] [[Tidal Wave|combatants]]. He tried to threaten them into handing over the [[Street Action Mini-Con team]], before the kids realized that as this wasn't real, he could not harm them. Sideways then apologized to an unseen master, shortly before the children escaped the digital universe, chased by an unknown [[Unicron|entity]]. {{Storylink|Chase (Armada episode|Chase}}

The Decepticons began to distrust Sideways, suspecting he was not what he seemed, and realized he was manipulating everybody in the unit. Caught out by [[Thrust (Armada)|Thrust]] and the other Decepticons while communicating with his unseen master, Sideways panicked and attempted to escale, but not before he was was confronted by [[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]] and sliced in half with the Star Saber sword. Sideways simply reformed each time, reconnecting his parts and absorting laser blasts from the other Decepticons. Megatron, in fury and disgust, hacked Sideways to pieces and he was seemingly destoyed... or so they thought. Sideways had entered [[trans-phase mode]], rising in the form of a twisted creature before the Decepticons' eyes, declaring that the Star Saber sword and Skyboom shield were merely toys to him, as he was near-invincible. He said there were millions of Mini-Cons left to be found, and challenged Megatron to see who would find them first, before flying off to parts unknown. {{Storylink|Detection}}

After his "demise," he would return frequently on computer screens through trans-phase mode to continue his mysterious goals. He convinced the Decepticon [[Thrust (Armada)|Thrust]] to secretly betray Megatron, and gather the three legendary Mini-Con weapons - the Star Saber, [[Skyboom (Armada)|Skyboom shield]] and [[Requiem Blaster]] in order to revive the planet-eater [[Unicron]].

[[Image:Sideways_dead.jpg|left|thumb|150px|Ouchies.]]

As Unicron revealed himself to the people of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] Sideways himself was revealed to be a puppet of Unicron, and ultimately was destroyed by the Requiem Blaster, wielded by [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]] in a battle in Unicron's core. It is slightly unclear whether Unicron was somehow possessing his body for that period of time, or if Sideways had been an extension of Unicron all along instead of a seperate individal. In episode 16 'Credulous', before Sideways' Mini-Con head connects with his body after colliding with Megatron, and odd voice, sounding like it came from a being of lesser intelligence eminated from the motorcycle body's own head, before the Mini-Con head takes over.

====''Cybertron''====
:''Voice Actors:'' [[Ted Cole]] (US), [[Susumu Chiba]] (Japan)

[[Image:CybSideways01.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Just over here, bein' an Autobot... do do do do... bein' an Autobot, don't mind me...]]

Sideways made his return two decades later, as a faction-swapping agent that chose to manipulate those who'd recognize him in secret. He latched onto Starscream, who had no memory of the [[Unicron Battles]], and manipulated him into obtaining the [[Omega Lock]].

Sideways' long-term plan was to now avenge the destruction of his race from eons ago using the power of [[Primus]]. He and his partner [[Soundwave (UT)|Soundwave]] shared the common goal of destroying the [[Gigantion|Giant Planet]].

As mentioned in the Planet X biography, servitude of Unicron eventually drives one to insanity or loss of self. Sideways seems to be suffering from this effect during the Cybertron story.

''(The [[Ask Vector Prime]] forum on Transformers.com notes that Sideways was preserved by Unicron's dark power after ''Armada''.)''

===Dreamwave comics continuity===

Sideways was first seen working on a secret desert rocket site, guarded by [[Skywarp (UT)|Skywarp]] and [[Wheeljack (UT)|Wheeljack]] as part of Megatron's plan to extract a crashed [[Mini-Con]] escape pod from the arctic ice via orbiting laser. After the rocket was launched, he returned to Cybertron, and was present for the battle against Unicron... though what exact role he played in it is unknown.

''(The Dreamwave "[[More Than Meets The Eye]]" profile book for ''Armada'' did list Sideways as a mysterious ninja, and a herald to Unicron. It is suspected that he was simply functioning as a sleeper agent in the mainstream DW Armada comic.)''

===Robot Masters===
A MYSTEEERIOUS motorcycle Transformer going by the name "Doubleface" (''Armada'' Sideways's Japanese name) appeared in the Robot Masters saga. This Transformer had a special communications system called "[[Crosswise (Armada)|Shadow]] and [[Rook (Armada)|Bright]]."

==Toys==
===Robots in Disguise===

[[Image:Sidewaysrid.jpg|right|thumb||200px|Hello, my treacherous friend.]]
* '''Sideways vs. Axer''' (Mega multi-pack, 2002)

: The first Sideways toy is a yellow and black [[redeco]] (and minor [[retool]]ing, from changes made to the mold for a Japanese ''[[Microman]]'' version) of [[Road Rocket (G2)|Road Rocket]], transforming into a Yamaha GTS1000A racing motorcyle with a light-up rear wheel suspension/buzzsaw weapon. He came packaged with [[Axer]] in a Wal*Mart [[exclusive]] two-pack.

: Despite being a character placed in a different continuity, he has been established to be the same Sideways as the character from ''Armada''. Both tech spec bios describe him as "conscientious, ninja-like warrior" who is "mysterious and silent." Years later, [[Takara]] publicity materials for their ''Robot Masters'' line confirmed that ''Robots in Disguise'' Sideways is the same character as their ''Robot Masters'' Doubleface toy.

===Armada===
[[Image:Sidewaysarmadatoy.jpg|left|thumb|200px|My hats are the grandest of all... except that they're putting me on the wrong sides!]]

* '''Sideways w/ Rook and Crosswise''' (Super-Con, 2002)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''MX-01'''

: The second toy of Sideways was released in 2002 in ''Armada'', transforming into a Cybertronic motorcycle, and was the first larger ''Armada'' toy to come with two [[Mini-Con]]s; [[Rook (Armada)|Rook]] and [[Crosswise (Armada)|Crosswise]]. Each Mini-Con could form a new head for Sideways, as well as reveal a faction sigil behind his clear-plastic chestplate in that mode. Their individual and combined robot modes were designed to act as riders when Sideways is in vehicle mode. His tailpipes become arm-mounted [[Powerlinx]]-activated pressure-launch missile launchers.

: Two variations of the [[Hasbro]] version of the toy exist. The first variation features the opposite Mini-Con heads revealing their intended faction logo. This was due to an error in the television series' animation which depicted Crosswise as the Decepticon head and Rook as the Autobot head. Hasbro made a running change so the toy reflected the series' faction alignments. The second variation changed the salmon on Crosswise to a more Decepticon-like purple. This toy was also released in the Japanese ''Micron Legend'' toyline as "Doubleface" shortly afterwards, featuring a color scheme on the cockpit of the bike that was closer to the anime appearance.

: In November of 2003, US Toys "R" Us stores had special bonus pack Max-Con (Deluxe) toys, which came with a single bonus Mini-Con attached to the card over their sticker, for ''less'' than the price as a normal Max-Con during Toys "R" Us' post-Thanksgiving-day sale. Like [[Blurr (Armada)|Blurr]], Sideways could come with one of the [[Destruction Mini-Con Team]] members: [[Buzzsaw (Armada)|Buzzsaw]], [[Drill Bit (Armada)|Drill Bit]], or [[Dualor]].

: This mold was also used for ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' [[Rapid Run (Energon)|Rapid Run]].

===Robot Masters===
[[Image:Doublefacerm.jpg|right|thumb|200px|We've come full circle or something.]]
* '''Doubleface''' (Robot Master, 2004)
:''Japanese ID number:'' '''RM19'''

:Doubleface, a purple, gray, and yellow [[redeco]] (and minor [[retool]]ing, from changes made to the mold for a Japanese ''[[Microman]]'' version) of [[Road Pig (G2)|Road Pig]], was released in Japan in 2005, transforming into a Harley-Davidson Electra Glide touring motorcycle with electronic light-up tailpipe/"blaster" weapon. It featured a fixed Decepticon logo, and was the second and last appearance of this character in Japan as of 2006.

: There is a minor variation to this toy; though both versions feature an "electronics warning" on the robot mode's butt, some versions use a clear-plastic sticker, while others have the text tampographed there.

: This mold was also used for ''Robots in Disguise'' [[Axer]]. It was planned for use in ''Generation 2'' as [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]], but that toy never saw release.

===Cybertron===
[[Image: SidewaysCybertron.jpg|left|thumbnail|200px|Yoink!]]
* '''Sideways''' (Deluxe-Class, 2005)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''GX-01'''

: The third toy of Sideways released in the US was in the ''Cybertron'' toyline. Sideways in this line is a black and orange alien spacefighter with [[Cyber Planet Key]]-activated faction-switching ability and pop-out blades built into his battle shield. The toy features a translucent face with his signature horns. He comes with a [[Planet X]] style Cyber Planet Key; the US version has the [[Cyber Key Codes|Cyber Key Code]] "'''dj51'''" [[tampograph]]ed on the back.

: This toy was released in Japan as ''Galaxy Force'' Noisemaze, and no mention was made of a relationship to Doubleface / Sideways.

: This mold was also used for the Japanese DVD-[[exclusive]] [[Noisemaze Mass-Production Version]].

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==External links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Autobot/ArmSideways/sideways.htm Sideways at TFU.info]

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Sideways (Armada)

2007-03-10T14:46:45Z

71.100.108.115: /* Animated continuity */

:''Sideways is an [[Autobot]], a [[Decepticon]], and an agent of [[Unicron]] in the [[Robots in Disguise]] [[continuity]], the [[Unicron Trilogy]] [[continuity family]], and the [[Robot Masters]] portion of the [[Generation 1]] continuity family.''

[[Image:Sidewaysarmadafleer.jpg|250px|right|thumb|Goofy ominous nutball hardass.]]

'''Sideways''' is the consummate con-artist. He is misleading and deceitful in everything he does, and he lives for the look of shock and betrayal on his victims' faces when they realize he's played them for fools. When the displaced population of [[Planet X]] allied themselves with Unicron to avenge themselves on [[Gigantion]], this treacherous nature made him the perfect robot to pull off the ultimate act of treason - an attempt to sow confusion between Autobot and Decepticon to prevent them from uniting to oppose his dark master.

We're still not quite sure what the heck he actually is.

''Japanese name:'' '''Doubleface''' (''Armada''), '''Noisemaze''' (''Cybertron'')

==Fiction==
===Animated continuity===
====''Armada''====
:''Voice Actors:'' [[Paul Dobson]] (US); [[Takahiro Yamada]], [[Takahiro Sakurai]] (Japan)

[[Image:Sidewaysheads.jpg|150px|left|thumb|My Autobot counterpart is nearby...]]

Sideways first appeared as a beam of light from the sky striking a large [[Earth]] city near the Autobot base. An enigmatic warrior, he appeared to side with the Autobots, helping Hot Shot by watching his back during a confrontation with Scavenger. When asked to reveal himself, he transformed, his rider quickly splitting and becoming a helmet that covered his entire head. He claimed to be Sideways, a drifter who just wandered into the conflict. While he gave the human kids [[Billy (Armada)|Billy]] and [[Fred (Armada)|Fred]] rides in cycle mode to keep them entertained, [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]] and [[Red Alert (Armada)|Red Alert]] as well as [[Rad White|Rad]] and [[Alexis]] were suspicious of the motorcycle's motives, especially his close attention to the Mini-Cons. {{Storylink|Gale}}

In the following battle, [[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]] faced Sidways and Hot Shot alone, and managed to force [[Mini-Con storage panel|Mini-Con panel]] Sideways had (apparently) found out of his grasp. As the Decepticon leader began to warp away, the both Autobots grabbed onto Megatron and all three were teleported to the [[Moon (moon)|Moon]]. To Hot Shot and Megatron's surprise, the Mini-Con panel was a fake, made to convince Megatron to retreat so that Hot Shot, spurred on by Sideways' encouragement, could defeat the Decepticons once and for all. Though both robots fought well alongside each other, with Sideways' expressing concern over Hot Shot's well-being, he eventually betrayed the young Autobot, by striking a deal with Megatron. He would pretend to be Megatron's hostage and in exchange, no matter what, Hot Shot will turn over the [[Star Saber (Armada)|Star Saber]] sword. At first, Hot Shot did follow through, but renegged at the last moment by calling the Mini-Cons back to him. Sideways suddenly attacked Hot Shot, knocking the Star Saber out of his hands and kicking it to [[Starscream (Armada)|Starscream]]. He switched Mini-Con heads, revealing his allegiance to the Decepticons. Hot Shot was savagely beaten by the Decepticons, who stopped short of destroying him on the advice of [[Scavenger (Armada)|Scavenger]], who teleported the young 'bot back to the Autobot base. Once Sideways' loyalty to the Decepticons seemed to be confirmed, he began manipulating them and playing them against each other to suit his mysterious goals. {{Storylink|Credulous}}

[[Image:ArmadaSidewaysTransformationsm.jpg|150px|right|thumb|Very nearby.]]

One of these goals was the replacement of Megatron as Decepticon leader after a series of significant losses. Sideways sowed the seeds of rebellion within the Decepticon ranks, subtley turning Starscream against Megatron and convincing Megatron of Starscream's imminent treachery. The situation came to ahead when the two Decepticons fought outside their base, but Sideways then realized Megatron would never execute Starscream for his insubordination, exposing an ever-constant weakness within the Decepticon command structure. After the battle, Sideways mused that this weakness would come back to haunt Megatron one day, and would be his ruin. Fortunately though, this incident somehow served to solidify the Decepticons as a unit, giving them much greater morale and cohesiveness, and achieving Sideway's aims of giving neither faction in the conflict a clear advantage. {{Storylink|Rebellion}}

Shortly thereafter, Sideways tried to hack the Autobot base computer, only to encounter the children attempting to destroy the equipment to stop Sideways. He transported them to a digital universe, where they saw the coming of a two [[Jetfire (Armada)|new]] [[Tidal Wave|combatants]]. He tried to threaten them into handing over the [[Street Action Mini-Con team]], before the kids realized that as this wasn't real, he could not harm them. Sideways then apologized to an unseen master, shortly before the children escaped the digital universe, chased by an unknown [[Unicron|entity]]. {{Storylink|Chase (Armada episode|Chase}}

The Decepticons began to distrust Sideways, suspecting he was not what he seemed, and realized he was manipulating everybody in the unit. Caught out by [[Thrust (Armada)|Thrust]] and the other Decepticons while communicating with his unseen master, Sideways panicked and attempted to escale, but not before he was was confronted by [[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]] and sliced in half with the Star Saber sword. Sideways simply reformed each time, reconnecting his parts and absorting laser blasts from the other Decepticons. Megatron, in fury and disgust, hacked Sideways to pieces and he was seemingly destoyed... or so they thought. Sideways had entered [[trans-phase mode]], rising in the form of a twisted creature before the Decepticons' eyes, declaring that the Star Saber sword and Skyboom shield were merely toys to him, as he was near-invincible. He said there were millions of Mini-Cons left to be found, and challenged Megatron to see who would find them first, before flying off to parts unknown. {{Storylink|Detection}}

After his "demise," he would return frequently on computer screens through trans-phase mode to continue his mysterious goals. He convinced the Decepticon [[Thrust (Armada)|Thrust]] to secretly betray Megatron, and gather the three legendary Mini-Con weapons - the Star Saber, [[Skyboom (Armada)|Skyboom shield]] and [[Requiem Blaster]] in order to revive the planet-eater [[Unicron]].

[[Image:Sideways_dead.jpg|left|thumb|150px|Ouchies.]]

As Unicron revealed himself to the people of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] Sideways himself was revealed to be a puppet of Unicron, and ultimately was destroyed by the Requiem Blaster, wielded by [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]] in a battle in Unicron's core. It is slightly unclear whether Unicron was somehow possessing his body for that period of time, or if Sideways had been an extension of Unicron all along instead of a seperate individal. In episode 16 'Credulous', before Sideways' Mini-Con head connects with his body after colliding with Megatron, and odd voice, sounding like it came from a being of lesser intelligence eminated from the motorcycle body's own head, before the Mini-Con head takes over.

====''Cybertron''====
:''Voice Actors:'' [[Ted Cole]] (US), [[Susumu Chiba]] (Japan)

[[Image:CybSideways01.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Just over here, bein' an Autobot... do do do do... bein' an Autobot, don't mind me...]]

Sideways made his return two decades later, as a faction-swapping agent that chose to manipulate those who'd recognize him in secret. He latched onto Starscream, who had no memory of the [[Unicron Battles]], and manipulated him into obtaining the [[Omega Lock]].

Sideways' long-term plan was to now avenge the destruction of his race from eons ago using the power of [[Primus]]. He and his partner [[Soundwave (UT)|Soundwave]] shared the common goal of destroying the [[Gigantion|Giant Planet]].

As mentioned in the Planet X biography, servitude of Unicron eventually drives one to insanity or loss of self. Sideways seems to be suffering from this effect during the Cybertron story.

''(The [[Ask Vector Prime]] forum on Transformers.com notes that Sideways was preserved by Unicron's dark power after ''Armada''.)''

===Dreamwave comics continuity===

Sideways was first seen working on a secret desert rocket site, guarded by [[Skywarp (UT)|Skywarp]] and [[Wheeljack (UT)|Wheeljack]] as part of Megatron's plan to extract a crashed [[Mini-Con]] escape pod from the arctic ice via orbiting laser. After the rocket was launched, he returned to Cybertron, and was present for the battle against Unicron... though what exact role he played in it is unknown.

''(The Dreamwave "[[More Than Meets The Eye]]" profile book for ''Armada'' did list Sideways as a mysterious ninja, and a herald to Unicron. It is suspected that he was simply functioning as a sleeper agent in the mainstream DW Armada comic.)''

===Robot Masters===
A MYSTEEERIOUS motorcycle Transformer going by the name "Doubleface" (''Armada'' Sideways's Japanese name) appeared in the Robot Masters saga. This Transformer had a special communications system called "[[Crosswise (Armada)|Shadow]] and [[Rook (Armada)|Bright]]."

==Toys==
===Robots in Disguise===

[[Image:Sidewaysrid.jpg|right|thumb||200px|Hello, my treacherous friend.]]
* '''Sideways vs. Axer''' (Mega multi-pack, 2002)

: The first Sideways toy is a yellow and black [[redeco]] (and minor [[retool]]ing, from changes made to the mold for a Japanese ''[[Microman]]'' version) of [[Road Rocket (G2)|Road Rocket]], transforming into a Yamaha GTS1000A racing motorcyle with a light-up rear wheel suspension/buzzsaw weapon. He came packaged with [[Axer]] in a Wal*Mart [[exclusive]] two-pack.

: Despite being a character placed in a different continuity, he has been established to be the same Sideways as the character from ''Armada''. Both tech spec bios describe him as "conscientious, ninja-like warrior" who is "mysterious and silent." Years later, [[Takara]] publicity materials for their ''Robot Masters'' line confirmed that ''Robots in Disguise'' Sideways is the same character as their ''Robot Masters'' Doubleface toy.

===Armada===
[[Image:Sidewaysarmadatoy.jpg|left|thumb|200px|My hats are the grandest of all!]]

* '''Sideways w/ Rook and Crosswise''' (Super-Con, 2002)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''MX-01'''

: The second toy of Sideways was released in 2002 in ''Armada'', transforming into a Cybertronic motorcycle, and was the first larger ''Armada'' toy to come with two [[Mini-Con]]s; [[Rook (Armada)|Rook]] and [[Crosswise (Armada)|Crosswise]]. Each Mini-Con could form a new head for Sideways, as well as reveal a faction sigil behind his clear-plastic chestplate in that mode. Their individual and combined robot modes were designed to act as riders when Sideways is in vehicle mode. His tailpipes become arm-mounted [[Powerlinx]]-activated pressure-launch missile launchers.

: Two variations of the [[Hasbro]] version of the toy exist. The first variation features the opposite Mini-Con heads revealing their intended faction logo. This was due to an error in the television series' animation which depicted Crosswise as the Decepticon head and Rook as the Autobot head. Hasbro made a running change so the toy reflected the series' faction alignments. The second variation changed the salmon on Crosswise to a more Decepticon-like purple. This toy was also released in the Japanese ''Micron Legend'' toyline as "Doubleface" shortly afterwards, featuring a color scheme on the cockpit of the bike that was closer to the anime appearance.

: In November of 2003, US Toys "R" Us stores had special bonus pack Max-Con (Deluxe) toys, which came with a single bonus Mini-Con attached to the card over their sticker, for ''less'' than the price as a normal Max-Con during Toys "R" Us' post-Thanksgiving-day sale. Like [[Blurr (Armada)|Blurr]], Sideways could come with one of the [[Destruction Mini-Con Team]] members: [[Buzzsaw (Armada)|Buzzsaw]], [[Drill Bit (Armada)|Drill Bit]], or [[Dualor]].

: This mold was also used for ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' [[Rapid Run (Energon)|Rapid Run]].

===Robot Masters===
[[Image:Doublefacerm.jpg|right|thumb|200px|We've come full circle or something.]]
* '''Doubleface''' (Robot Master, 2004)
:''Japanese ID number:'' '''RM19'''

:Doubleface, a purple, gray, and yellow [[redeco]] (and minor [[retool]]ing, from changes made to the mold for a Japanese ''[[Microman]]'' version) of [[Road Pig (G2)|Road Pig]], was released in Japan in 2005, transforming into a Harley-Davidson Electra Glide touring motorcycle with electronic light-up tailpipe/"blaster" weapon. It featured a fixed Decepticon logo, and was the second and last appearance of this character in Japan as of 2006.

: There is a minor variation to this toy; though both versions feature an "electronics warning" on the robot mode's butt, some versions use a clear-plastic sticker, while others have the text tampographed there.

: This mold was also used for ''Robots in Disguise'' [[Axer]]. It was planned for use in ''Generation 2'' as [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]], but that toy never saw release.

===Cybertron===
[[Image: SidewaysCybertron.jpg|left|thumbnail|200px|Yoink!]]
* '''Sideways''' (Deluxe-Class, 2005)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''GX-01'''

: The third toy of Sideways released in the US was in the ''Cybertron'' toyline. Sideways in this line is a black and orange alien spacefighter with [[Cyber Planet Key]]-activated faction-switching ability and pop-out blades built into his battle shield. The toy features a translucent face with his signature horns. He comes with a [[Planet X]] style Cyber Planet Key; the US version has the [[Cyber Key Codes|Cyber Key Code]] "'''dj51'''" [[tampograph]]ed on the back.

: This toy was released in Japan as ''Galaxy Force'' Noisemaze, and no mention was made of a relationship to Doubleface / Sideways.

: This mold was also used for the Japanese DVD-[[exclusive]] [[Noisemaze Mass-Production Version]].

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==External links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Autobot/ArmSideways/sideways.htm Sideways at TFU.info]

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Stasis pod

2007-03-03T16:25:53Z

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[[Image:Stasispod.jpg|right|thumb|IT'S ALIVE!!!]]
A '''stasis pod''' is used to store a Transformer [[protoform]] newborn until it has its [[spark]] installed, is given programming, and is formatted into a functional adult Transformer. The protoform is sealed safely inside the stasis pod, supported by nothing more than a lubricating fluid. In normal use, an exploration ship will carry several stasis pods, seed a planet with them, and the stasis pods would scan for native forms and birth new Transformer life.

Additionally, some of such a vessel's stasis pods will house "blank" protoforms, which are lifeless and do not contain sparks. One such blank protoform was used by [[Rhinox (BW)|Rhinox]] to restore [[Optimus Primal]] to life; [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]] used another blank to create [[Dinobot 2]].

Because a stasis pod's life support functions are so efficient, they can also be used to transport adult Transformers, usually for long-distance travel. They have also been used to carry sentenced criminals into exile. (For example, the ''[[Axalon (BW)|Axalon]]'' carried the murderous [[Rampage (BW)|Protoform X]] and the thief [[Packrat]].)

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Silverbolt (G1)

2007-03-03T16:24:00Z

71.100.108.115: /* Generation 1 */

{{disambig3|Silverbolt}}

:''Silverbolt is an [[Autobot]] and an [[Aerialbot]] from the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:G1_Silverbolt_cartoon.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Nice lips.]]

'''Silverbolt's''' character is defined by his extreme fear of heights and by his refusal to bow to it. He constantly struggles to project the image of a brave, determined soldier to hide his fear from others. [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] named him leader of the Aerialbots in the hopes that worring about them would give him something else to focus on besides his own phobia. This has proven true and, not surprisingly, the mature, responsible Silverbolt makes an excellent commander.

He can combine with his fellow Aerialbots to form the torso of [[Superion (G1)|Superion]].

==Fiction==
===Animated Continuity===
[[Image:G1Silverbolt_Key1.jpg|left|thumb|150px|"Goodbye cruel world!"]]
Silverbolt was constructed out of a low-flying cargo transport vessel, which was modified to resemble an Earthen jet. He was later given life by [[Vector Sigma]], along with the other Aerialbots, then returned to [[Earth]] with the Autobots via [[Omega Supreme]]. It was soon discovered that Silverbolt had a crippling weakness: an intense fear of heights, due to his low-altitude origins. Conversely, he was the only Aerialbot who wasn't a complete jerk. Because of this, Optimus made him commander of the Aerialbots, reasoning that it would give him something to worry about other than his acrophobia. He proved worthy of this role when he persuaded his mutinous team mates to help the Autobots protect humanity, by showing them how [[Sparkplug_Witwicky|Sparkplug]] was able to disregard his fatigue at will due to his concern for [[Omega_Supreme_(G1)|Omega Supreme's]] well-being, something robots cannot do.

As the combined forces of the Autobots and Aerialbots sent the Decepticons into retreat, Silverbolt bravely went after [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] and destroyed the Key to Vector Sigma, despite his great fear of heights. As he fell, he was saved at the last moment by [[Slingshot (G1)|Slingshot]], who was impressed by his courage. {{Storylink|The Key to Vector Sigma, Part 2}}

===Marvel Comics===

The Aerialbots were created when [[Bumblebee]] filmed [[Devastator]]'s combining sequence. Using the Autobot Matrix of Leadership, Optimus Prime gave the Aerialbots life. The leader, Silverbolt's alternate mode is that of a human transport airplane. After given life and during testing, Prime ordered them to stop the Decepticon assault on the Hoover Dam.

The fight went well, but [[Air Raid (G1)|Air Raid]] used his super-sonic ability to bring out a Transformer's deepest fear, it warped Silverbolt's fear of heights (ironic for an Aerialbot) and forced him to land. The Aerialbots prevailed the fight, however, and as the Decepticons fled, Silverbolt combined them all to form [[Superion]], trying to stop the drill from absorbing all of the Hoover Dam's electricity.

Superion's reflex was to strike out and kill the human who held [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] in his Gun Form, but Silverbolt stepped in and prevented him from doing so. He forced the Aerialbots to disassemble. The human fired Megatron's gun at the drill, winning the day for the Autobots.

Nonetheless, Silverbolt's mind was wiped along with his fellow Aerialbots shortly afterwards, due to Optimus Prime's dissatisfaction with the mission.

Later, when [[Skids]] was transporting the human [[Donny Finkleberg]] home, Silverbolt and the Aerialbots were sent to do battle with the [[Stunticon]]s. Both combiners fused, creating [[Menasor (G1)|Menasor]] and Superion. [[Josie Beller]], known as Circut Breaker, fired upon Superion, however, crippling him heavily and leaving Menasor the victor.

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
[[Image:G1_Silverbolt_toy.jpg|right|thumb|155px|"Oh [[Primus]], I'm in the middle of a white cloud!" *faints*]]
*'''Silverbolt''' (1986)
:''Japanese ID number'': '''C-50'''

:Silverbolt transforms into a Concorde jet liner and can serve a launcher/base for the other Aerialbots. A particular weakness of Silverbolt's design is the way both his legs are connected to his hips by a long pin going through several very small (and weak) plastic hinges that are put under stress as the immediate joint underneath this assembly is a swivel used during transformation. His Japanese release has a spring powered launcher mechanism that was removed from his Hasbro releases, leaving only a piece that flopped around uselessly on his chest.

:He was available both alone and in a gift set with his teammates.

===Generation 2===
*'''Silverbolt''' (1994)

:For the [[Generation 2]] toy line, Silverbolt's toy was [[redeco]]ed in blue and red, and his wings were [[retool]]ed to hold a new pair of spring-loaded missile launchers (reused from the Generation 2 versions of [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] and [[Ramjet (G1)|Ramjet]]).

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==External links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/1986/Autobot/Silverbolt/silverbolt.htm Silverbolt at TFU.info]

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Silverbolt (disambiguation)

2007-03-03T16:20:46Z

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The name '''Silverbolt''' has been applied to several Transformers characters.

*[[Silverbolt (G1)|Silverbolt]] the [[Autobot]] [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbot]] leader from [[Generation 1]].
*[[Silverbolt (|Silverbolt]] the [[Maximal]] eagle member of the [[Magnaboss (BW) (US)|Magnaboss]] team from [[Beast Wars]].
*[[Silverbolt (Fuzor)|Silverbolt]] the Maximal [[Fuzor]] wolf/eagle from Beast Wars.
*[[Silverbolt (Go-Bot)|Silverbolt]] the [[Playskool]] [[Go-Bots (toyline)|Go-Bots]] jet, later renamed "[[Silver-Bot]]".

"Silverbolt" is also the Japanese name for [[Armada]] [[Blurr (Armada)|Blurr]].

Silverbolt should not be mistaken for...
*[[Bluestreak (G1)|Silverstreak]], the new name for '''Bluestreak''' since 2003.

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Rattrap (BW)

2007-03-03T16:17:12Z

71.100.108.115: /* Beast Wars Metals manga */

:''Rattrap is a [[Maximal]] in the [[Beast Era]] portion of the [[Generation 1]] continuity family.''

[[Image:Rattrap-S1.jpg|right|thumb|250px|"We're all gonna die."]]

It's not so much that '''Rattrap''' is a coward... he just doesn't want to die. He's seen enough battles to know the score, so he's not afraid to tell his commanding officer to shove it if he's not fond of the odds. He prefers to sneak around unseen, in gutters or trenches or trash barges or what have you -- whatever keeps him out of harm's way. He shouldn't be so worried. When he does encounter conflict, he deals with it masterfully with the arsenal of guns and bombs he keeps on himself at all times. He feels naked without them.

It's hard to like Rattrap, especially if you're his commanding officer. He's sarcastic, irreverent, and rude. Plus he smells (''why'' he smells is a mystery). He's also not the most trusting or forgiving sort, so he's not the best choice to take on a diplomatic run. He'd sooner shoot a [[Predacon]] or [[Decepticon]] than talk to him.

''Italian name:'' '''Rattilus'''<br>
''Japanese name:'' '''Rattle'''

==Fiction==
===Animated continuity===
====Timelines====
[[Image:timelines-rattrap.jpg|left|thumb|I'm here until someone insists on replacing me with interior art!]]

====''Beast Wars''====
'''Voice actor:''' [[Scott McNeil]] (US), [[Katsuhei Yamaguchi]] (Japan)

Rattrap was a crewmember of the exploration ship [[Axalon (BW)|''Axalon'']] when captain [[Optimus Primal (BW)|Optimus Primal]] got word that the [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] criminal [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]] had stolen the [[Golden Disk]] and a [[Darkside|ship]] with [[transwarp]] capabilities. The ''Axalon'' was the closest vessel that also possessed a transwarp drive, so Rattrap's ship was sent to engage them. After following the Predacons through a transwarp portal and appearing above a mysterious planet, both ships were damaged in the ensuing space battle, and before both ships crashed into the planet's surface below, the [[stasis pod]]s carrying the rest of Rattrap's crew were ejected into orbit.

The planet was rich with [[energon]] -- so much so that prolonged exposure would short out their bodies, so the Maximals and Predacons were forced to take organic forms from the local creatures. Rattrap took the form of a rat. Rattrap was annoyed to be on an unknown planet with a young, inexperienced captain, and so he continually second-guessed Optimus Primal's command decisions. This made him few friends. Rattrap especially disliked Primal's decision to allow the Predacon [[Dinobot (BW)|Dinobot]] to join their team. Rattrap distrusted Dinobot and insulted him at every turn. Dinobot wantonly returned in kind, dressing down the "vermin."

[[Image:Rattrapbw.jpg|right|thumb|200px|"I know, I know - shut up Rattrap."]]

Dinobot and Rattrap's arguements quickly turned from irritation and chaos in the Maximal ranks to being the complete norm. After the Axalon crash-lands back on Earth due to the Predacon attack, Rattrap begins to insult Dinobot, claiming he was almost home on Cybertron. Optimus Primal remarks, "I wouldn't have it any other way."

Soon, Rattrap and Dinobot were surprised to find they were actually friends, their constant ribbing at each other becoming a strange companionship. This love-hate relationship was disrupted when Dinobot temporarily returned to the Predacon side. Dinobot's heroic sacrifice to save the future, however, truly moved Rattrap, and he honestly misses his friend. {{Storylink|Code of Hero}}

====''Beast Machines''====
Voice actor: [[Scott McNeil]] (US), [[Katsuhei Yamaguchi]] (Japan)

Gary Coleman on a Segway.

After the Beast Wars ended, the Maximals finally made it back to Cybertron, only
to find Tankor drones scanning every trace of the planet. When they notice the
Maximals, they shot containers holding a transformation virus gas at them,
devolving them back into their organic beast forms and erasing any prior memory of the event. Eventually Rattrap joined up with [[Cheetor]], [[Blackarachnia]] and [[Optimus Primal]], who led them to the [[Oracle]] which reformatted them into their techno-organic bodies. It took a while for Rattrap to learn to transform again. He even used a counter-viruss ''Megatron'' designed for transforming, but it made Rattrap lose control of his transformations. When [[Botanica]] joined the Maximals, Rattrap fell in love with her, and she fell in love with him, all the way through the end of the war. Sadly, Rattrap never used his legs in the series, showing him only as a wheeling robot.

====''Universe''====
[[Image:rattrap_legs.jpg|left|thumb|Legs! Precious, beautiful legs!]]

Rattrap was among the Maximals gathered at Memorial Spaceport to welcome the wayward [[Autobots]] [[Sunstreaker]], [[Sideswipe]], [[Trailbreaker]], [[Roulette]] and [[Shadow Striker]] back to Cybertron approximately one year after the reformatting of Cybertron, and bore witness to their abduction by Unicron. Later, he was attacked on Cybertron by Blackarachnia, who had also been abducted and corrupted by the chaos-bringer, but was saved by the recently-resurrected [[Depth Charge]].

===Beast Wars Metals manga===
[[Image:11rattrap.GIF|right|thumb|This is why Japan shouldn't touch the fiction. Oh, how mighty have fallen.]]

''(Note: though it picks up after the first season, the Beast Wars Metals manga is '''not''' in-continuity with the television series.)''

While Rattrap retained much of his sarcastic, obnoxious-nature in the Japanese dub of the TV series, he was played quite a bit younger or more childishly irritating.

To piggy-back on the popularity of the ''Pokemon'' phenomenon of the late '90s, or perhaps just to parody it, Rattrap's beast mode was redesigned to heavily resemble ''Pikachu'' for the ''Beast Wars Metals'' manga. While many characters received "humorous" redesigns for the manga, Rattrap's remains the most reviled.

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===Beast Wars Transmetals games===

===''Legends'' anthology===

==Toys==
===Beast Wars===
* '''Rattrap''' (Basic, 1996/1997)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-5''', '''VS-5'''

: Part of the first wave of ''Beast Wars'' product, Rattrap transforms from a large rat to robot mode with a spring-action one-step transformation. His beast mode "shell" halves each hide a part of his handgun.

: In Japan, the initial releases of Rattrap were identical to the [[Hasbro]] version, and were made available both as an individual and in a to-pack with [[Terrorsaur (BW)|Terrorsaur]]. At the very end of the Japanse ''Beast Wars'' line (early 1997), several toys were given altered decos to make them more show-like. For Rattrap, this mainly meant his robot-mode head got a humongous glob of shiny-copper paint (that didn't really match his copper plastic in tone). It is unknown if this version was also avaliable as a two-pack.

: This mold was also used to make [[Packrat]].

* '''Rattrap''' (Deluxe Transmetal, 1998/1999)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-43'''

: Part of the second wave of Deluxe [[Transmetal]]s, Rattrap transforms from semi-organic robot to a robotic rat. He has a third "beast-vehicle" form, folding his hindfeet up into the extending rear wheels, flipping up his front legs, and pulling out a pair of exhaust pipes (eyuw, the smell!). His beast-mode tail becomes a whip for robot mode. Despite the show's portrayal, his hubcaps are not removable nor does he have a handgun. Transmetal Rattrap is one of several toys notable for being subject to severe chrome-flaking over time.

: There is a minor variant to this toy: about midway through the production run, a small "catch" was added to the neck's swivel joint to lock his robot head in place in robot mode. This [[retool]]ed version was then used for all subsequent releases of the toy.

: For the Japanese ''Beast Wars Metals'' release, the chrome was given a much more maroon tone, among other minor deco changes. Also, the "RATTRAP" [[tampograph]] on his beast-mode back was changed to "CYBERTRON" with the [[Maximal]] [[faction symbols|faction symbol]].

* '''Rattrap''' (Deluxe Transmetal, 1999)

: The first store-[[exclusive]] Transformer in the ''Beast Wars'' line, Transmetal Rattrap was given a deep blue color scheme and was only available at Wal-Mart stores.

: This toy was later [[retcon]]ned into a Transmetal form for Packrat.

* '''Metals Rattle Special Version''' (Pack-in Deluxe, 1999)

: The Deluxe Transmetal Rattrap toy was given a white and orange deco, and packed in with a 500-piece ''Beast Wars Metals'' jigsaw puzzle from Central Hobby.

* '''Rattrap''' (Deluxe Transmetal, 2000)

: As part of the second "[[Fox Kids]]" Transmetals series, this version of Rattrap was one of the last releases in the original retail ''Beast Wars'' line. The toy got a more primary red colorscheme, with bright gray robot-bits and deep blue chrome.

: This toy was released in Japan as part of a convention-exlcusive set (without changes) along with the "Fox Kids" Transmetals [[Airazor (BW)|Airazor]] and [[Cheetor (BW)|Cheetor]]. (Which covention is unknown at this time.)

* '''Rattrap''' (10th Anniversary, 2006)

: Part of the second wave of ''Beast Wars'' 10th Anniversary product, the Transmetal Rattrap toy was given a slight deco modification, mainly a brighter gray plus a Maximal sigil on his chest. He came with the right arm to the "build-a-bot" [[Trans-Mutate]], plus a DVD of the episode "[[A Better Mousetrap]]".

===Beast Machines===
* '''Rattrap''' (Mega, 2001/2005)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''BR-03'''

: The last release in ''[[Beast Machines]]'' before that change to the "Battle for the Spark" packaging (reportedly Rattrap was delayed for redesign purposes), Rattrap transforms into a large [[technorganic]] rat. In beast mode, turning his tail moves his head and ears. In robot mode, he has a flip-down visor and moving jaw. His robot legs can also fold up so he can use his wheels, which also have flip-out blades. His beast tail becomes a hand-held whip.

: This toy was later released as part of the [[Takara]]-exclusive ''Beast Wars Returns'' line, made available only at Japanese Toys "R" Us stores. So far, it appears that there are no notable differences between the Hasbro and Takara versions aside from packaging.

* '''Rattrap''' (Happy Meal, 2000)

: Part of the ''Beast Machines'' McDonald's Happy Meal promotion, Rattrap transforms into a technorganic rat modeled more after the cartoon model than the toy. As such, his robot mode does not have normal legs, only extendable wheels.

* '''Rattrap''' (Kids' meal, 2000)

: The McDonald's Happy Meal Rattrap was also released in Australia through the Red Rooster restaurant rai- uh, chain. Like the other three pieces used, it came in four color schemes: the original colors (with opaques replacing the transparents), a reversed red-with-green, a deep blue with very light blue, and a light blue with deep blue. These versions of the mould were retooled from the original, removing almost all arm articulation (and a step in the transformation) and reducing the number of parts and plastic colours used by the toy.

===Timelines===
* '''Dawn of Future's Past''' (Multi-pack, 2006)

: "[[Axalon]] Rattrap" is a redeco of ''[[Cybertron (franchise)|Cybertron]]'' [[Ransack (Cybertron)|Ransack]], transforming into a Cybertronic motorcycle. Plugging a [[Cyber Planet Key]] --or in this set's case, a [[Golden Disc Key]]-- into the rear portion of his bike mode flips out a pair of non-firing guns. This assembly detaches to form a hand-held blaster in robot mode. It's also worth noting that this is the only version of the ''Cybertron'' Ransack mold to have the "correct" rear wheel assembly postion. He has his own "Golden Disc Key" to activate his gun.

: Rattrap came in a boxed 5-pack with "Axalon" versions of [[Optimus Primal #Timelines|Optimus Primal]], [[Cheetor (BW) #Timelines|Cheetor]], [[Rhinox (BW) #Timelines|Rhinox]] and "[[Darksyde]]" [[Dinobot (BW) #Timelines|Dinobot]]. This set was also made available as a bagged set in more limited numbers.

===Merchandise===

==Trivia==
[[Image:Concept-Rattrap.jpg|right|thumb|Handi-capable!]]

* In an extremely strange precursor of things to come in ''Beast Machines'', Mainframe's original concept for Rattrap during ''Beast Wars'' was to capitalize on the exposed "brain" of the toy and make Rattrap a deeply flawed character. Originally, Rattrap's scanning and transformation technology was to fail, leaving him basically half-formed, with an exposed brain, wiring, "veins", an assymetrical body, arms of uneven lengths, and malformed organic sections in robot mode. On top of all that, he was hooked up to a "colostomy bag-like heating cable" to stress his need for life support. Rattrap's overall story arc would have been, of course, about him accepting and overcoming his near fatal flaws. This approach was entirely nixed by the limits of CGI in rendering convincing organic innards at the time... and the fact that his model would have been massively far off from the actual toy probably also factored into it.

* On Transmetal Wal-Mart Rattrap/Packrat: According to [[3H]], they were on the phone discussing exclusives with their at-the-time Hasbro contact, when he (the Hasbro guy) realized that the not-yet-released blue Wal-Mart Rattrap could have been named Packrat. However, it was a few days too late to make the change without a massive production delay. Had he simply been looking at the right wall of his office a few days earlier, which had the Packrat/[[Fractyl]] box-set on it...

==External Links==
* [http://www.tfu.info/1996/Maximal/Rattrap/rattrap.htm Rattrap at TFU.info]

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Darksyde (BW)

2007-03-03T16:10:10Z

71.100.108.115: /* Beast Wars Tenth Anniversary */

:''The ''Darksyde'' is a spaceship in the [[Beast Wars]] portion of the [[Generation 1]] continuity family.''

[[Image:Darkside1.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Welcome to the Darksyde. Your hostess will be serving you a choice of beverages and honey-roasted nuts.]]

The '''''Darksyde''''' (sometimes '''''Darkside''''') is the name of the [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] vessel that [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]]'s troops "borrowed" to get to [[Earth]] after he stole the [[Golden Disk]]. [[Terrorsaur (BW)|Terrorsaur]] named her, though Waspinator wanted to call her the "Buzzerbot". Later Predacon [[Inferno (BW)|Inferno]] preferred to call the ship "the Colony".

'''Japanese name:''' ''Terra Crusher (or something to that effect; see Notes)''

==Fiction==
===Animated continuity===
====''Beast Wars''====
After being shot down by the [[Axalon (BW)|''Axalon'']], the Predacon ship became the Predacons' base of operations on Earth. Beaten on and heavily damaged several times during the conflict, the vessel was finally destroyed by the [[Vok]] emissary [[Tigerhawk (BW)|Tigerhawk]].

''(In the Japanese dub, the Darksyde's computer AI was named [[Navi|Navico]].)''

==Crew==

The original crew of the ''Darkside'' included:
* Megatron - Captain/Commander
* [[Dinobot (BW)|Dinobot]] - Second-in-command.
* [[Scorponok (BW)|Scorponok]] - Engineer, later second-in-command after Dinobot turned on Megatron.
* [[Tarantulas]] - Weapons/Special Ops. Secretly a spy for the [[Tripredacus Council]].
* [[Terrorsaur]] - Fighter
* [[Waspinator]] - Pilot

==Notes==

*''(The name of the Predacon ship comes from fandom interpretation of [[Terrorsaur (BW)|Terrorsaur]]'s line from the Beast Wars episode "[[Equal Measures]]," which welcomes [[Cheetor (BW)|Cheetor]] "to the dark side." The name was used in the Beast Wars Transmetals video game, making the name official, and again years later in the booklet inside [[Kid Rhino]]'s ''Beast Wars'' season 1 DVD set. In the [[Botcon]] 2006 exclusive toy box set and accompanying story, "Darksyde" was spelled with a "y" to avoid possible trademark problems.''

*''In the Japanese dub of ''Beast Wars'', the Predacon ship was given an official name long before "Darksyde" was canonized in the West. Unfortunately, the Japanese name of the ship is rendered so nebulous by alternately acceptable transliterations that it's impossible to tell what they were actually'' going for ''in English. The katakana for the ship's name - テラクラッシャー ''te-ra-ku-ra-sshā'' - can reasonably be read as "Terra Crasher", "Terror Crasher", "Terror Crusher" or "Terra Crusher". Given the sense of humor forcefully injected into the Japanese dub of ''Beast Wars'', it's possible they wanted "Terra Crasher" because the ship literally smacks into the Earth, but that admittedly doesn't make a lot of sense in-context. So who knows.)''

==Toys==
===Beast Wars Tenth Anniversary===
* '''Megatron''' (2006)
:A small toy of the Darkside was included.

:The Darkside is called '''Predacon ship''', possibly due to trademark issues.

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Grapple (G1)

2007-02-25T05:35:22Z

71.100.108.115: /* Generation 1 */

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

[[Image:GrappleG1.jpg|right|thumb|250px|"Elementary, my dear Hoist."]]

'''Grapple''' is technically an architect, but in his [[Spark]] he is an artist. On [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], before the war, his buildings were considered great works of art, but now his constructions are limited by the realities and needs of the war effort. It is a situation he often finds stifling. Grapple takes great pride in any work he constructs, and is prone to severe bouts of depression should his "masterworks" be destroyed in the course of combat. Grapple can usually be found hanging out with his close friend [[Hoist (G1)| Hoist]] who does his best to cheer up Grapple up when his artistic temperament has him down.

''French-Canadian name: '''Grappin''' ''

==Fiction==
===Animated continuity===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Peter Reneday]] (US), [[Kenyu Horiuchi]] (Japan)

[[Image:Master_builders1.jpg|left|thumb|150px|"Boy, I bet you we'll win top prize at the Autobot Science Fair this year! We'll beat [[Wheeljack_(G1)|Wheeljack's]] catapult making machine any day!"]]

Grapple designed a [[Solar Tower]] to collect solar energy for the Autobots--even built a little model of it. When [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] wouldn't let him build it, Grapple ran off to sulk and encountered the [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicons]], and naturally told them all about his awesome tower idea that got nixed because Prime didn't want the [[Decepticon]]s getting their hands on it. Brilliant.

[[Image:Master_builders2.jpg|right|thumb|150px|"Your invention has a practical application, so it was disqualified. Sorry."]]

They agreed to help Grapple and his buddy Hoist out, but then [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] found out and decided to turn it into his latest evil plan. The Solar Tower was completed, but [[Devastator]] trapped Grapple and Hoist inside it, and the Autobots had to show up to save their skidplates.

{{-}}

===Marvel Comic continuity===
[[Image:Grapplecommandperformance.jpg|left|thumb|150px|He built [[Omega Supreme (G1)|Omega Supreme]] strong enough to survive at least one attack by [[Buzzsaw (G1)|Buzzsaw]].]]
Prior to the [[Ark]] leaving Cybertron, Grapple (along with [[Smokescreen (G1)|Smokescreen]], [[Tracks]], Hoist and [[Skids (G1)|Skids]]) had his memories recorded onto crystals in case Optimus Prime required more warriors during the Ark's mission. Four million years following the Ark's crash on [[Earth]], Grapple and the others were revived in new bodies on Earth. While the other newly revived Autobots were sent out to learn more about their new home planet, Grapple was sidelined. Optimus Prime had a very special building project for Grapple. {{storylink|Rock and Roll-Out!}}

So Grapple built [[Omega_Supreme_(G1) | Omega Supreme]]. On his own. {{storylink|Command Performances!}}

''(Note: Optimus Prime says he copied Grapple's memories in case he needed another warrior while away. Does that mean there's still the original Grapple out there somewhere?)''

{{-}}

===Marvel Books ''Big Looker Storybook'' continuity===
[[Image:InsecticonAttackPage09.jpg|right|thumb|150px|Dear Diary; [[Cliffjumper]] asked me to the prom today. Should I say yes?]]

While lamenting the fact that he couldn't build beautiful buildings like he did back on Cybertron because the Decepticons would destroy them, Grapple spotted a [[Kickback (G1)|grasshopper]] and a [[Bombshell|beetle]]. He wished life were as simple for him as it was for those insects, who promptly violated his brain. Under Bombshell's control, Grapple attacked [[Beachcomber|the resident Autobot hippie]]. Later, at their base, the Decepticons made Grapple their bitch. After the Autobots removed his [[cerebro-shell]], Grapple suckerpunched Megatron and they all celebrated. Hurray! {{storylink|Insecticon Attack}}

''Note: Throughout almost the entire story, Grapple is drawn with [[Hook]]'s [[character model]], only appearing with Grapple's own head in close-ups.''

{{-}}

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
[[Image:G1_Grapple_toy.jpg|right|thumb|140px|You'd think that having only one hand would make you an Operational Health & Safety disaster on a jobsite.]]
* '''Grapple''' (Autobot Car, 1985, 2004)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-47'''

:Grapple transforms into an orange crane based upon the same truck design that [[Inferno_(G1)|Inferno]] uses. Each of his forearms contains a spring-loaded missile launcher, so he can fire his own fists or silver missiles. He is also armed with a small black rifle.

: Grapple was reissued by Hasbro in 2004. He spring-loaded firing mechanisms in his arms were removed due to safety reasons. Additionally, the hook on his crane as well as the hydraulics in the crane arm were changed to plastic painted silver, rather than using the more brittle (but authentic to the original release) vacuum-metalized plastic.

: This mold was also used to make [[Artfire]] and [[Load Hauler]].

{{-}}

==Trivia==
[[Image:Hauler01-sm.jpg|thumb|150px|left|This guy gets named, but [[Windcharger (G1)|Windcharger]]? Nope! Screw him!]]

* An Autobot vehicle roughly matching Grapple's vehicle mode and refered as [[Hauler]] appears in a quick scene in the [[More Than Meets The Eye, Part 1|three-part mini-series pilot]] for the original cartoon series. Though later [[retcon]]ned into a unique character via an [[e-Hobby]]-[[exclusive]] [[redeco]], it is likely that this was originally intended as the toy and character that eventually became Grapple.

{{-}}

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

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Public service announcement

2007-02-25T05:27:26Z

71.100.108.115:

[[Image:TransPSA1.jpg|right|300px|thumb|And knowing is half the battle!]]

During the second season of the [[Generation 1 (television series)|Generation 1]] cartoon, a series of '''public service announcements''' (or '''"PSA"s''') were produced starring characters from the ''Transformers''. These PSAs were almost exact duplicates of versions done featuring characters from ''[[G.I. Joe]]'', which were inevitably the more memorable of the two (what with having actually aired on the teevee). Each PSA ended with one of the troubled kids spouting "Now I know!" The featured Transformer would then follow it up with the infamous catch-phrase, "And knowing is half the battle!"

There were a total of 5 PSAs produced, each with a different lesson to be learned.

*"Don't run away from home" featuring [[Bumblebee]].

*"Don't steal cars" featuring [[Tracks]].

*"Don't bike at night without reflectors" featuring [[Red Alert (G1)|Red Alert]].

*"Don't boat without a lifejacket" featuring [[Seaspray]].

*"Don't jump to conclusions about people" featuring [[Powerglide]].

*"Don't whiz on the electric fence" fea- oh, sorry (Cough*[[Wheelie]]*Cough).

These PSAs were never aired, however. They remained largely unseen, until they were added as bonus content to the [[Kid Rhino]]s Generation 1 Season 3 part 1 DVD set, then later to [[Transformers (Melbourne House)|''Transformers'' PlayStation 2 game]] by [[Melbourne House]]. They were also made available on [[Madman Entertainment|Madman Entertainment's]] Generation 1 part 6 DVD box set.

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Perceptor (G1)

2007-02-25T05:23:29Z

71.100.108.115: /* Japanese G2 */

{{Template:Disambig3|Perceptor}}

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

[[Image:Transformers2-Perceptor.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Surprisingly well armed for someone who doesn't like to fight]]

'''Perceptor''' is a scientist, one of the most brilliant minds the whole of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cyberton]] can offer. Not much for fighting, he is always content to contribute to the Autobot cause in his own way but will engage in combat if the situation calls for it. [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] often relies on Perceptor's genius and considers him as valuable as any of his officers.

One of Perceptor's most infamous qualities is his tendency to speak using overly-scientific terms, which can baffle his comrades (and occasionally frustrate them).

Perceptor transforms into a microscope and can function as any microscope known to man, including an electron microscope. In both modes, he can use the optical lenses in his microscope barrel-cannon to fire a beam of concentrated light.

''Italian name:'' '''Supervista'''

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
On Cybertron Perceptor lead a faction of Autobots who crossed the space bridge to join the forces on earth. He was later killed by the Decepticons in the Underbase saga.

===Animated continuity===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Paul Eiding]] (US), [[Ken Shiroyama|Chikao Shiroyama]] (Japan)

Perceptor arrived on Earth during a period of time occurring after the initial impact of the Ark into the planet. During his period of existence on that planetary body, he experienced a myriad of adventures. Amongst them were being abducted by the [[Decepticon]]s along with [[Seaspray (G1)|Seaspray]], reconfiguring his mass ratio to a microscopic scale in order to sever the connection of the [[Heart of Cybertron]] to [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]'s body, traveling through the interstellar void with [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]] to reacquire [[Cosmos (G1)|Cosmos]] from Saturn's moon Titan, and landing on an unexplored world in which Cybertronian lifeforms were minuscule in relation to the voluminous indigenous population. He also synthesized a panacea to remedy the deadly [[Cosmic Rust]] epidemic.

Perceptor's actions continued to be of intrinsic strategic import, particularly following the distinct tactical deficiencies during the battle of Autobot City that resulted in the expiration of [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]]. He also accompanied [[Hot Rod (G1)|Rodimus Prime]] on a multitude of his manifold peregrinations.

===Victory===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Masaharu Satō]] (Japanese)

Perceptor, [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] and [[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]].

===Japanese G2===
[[Image:G2StoryPageWheeljackPerceptor1.jpg|right|250px|thumb|"Look at him, all tiny back there.", "Wow, shouldn't he be dead by now?"]]

Perceptor, along with Wheeljack and [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]], discovered [[Reconfiguration Matrix|new proporties]] of the [[Matrix of Leadership|Matrix]] which allowed Optimus Prime to revive himself as Laser-Rod Optimus Prime after a crushing defeat by Megatron.

===Universe: The Wreckers===

===Dreamwave Comics continuity===
Perceptor appears in the second volume of the Dreamwave continuity, where Cybertron is ruled by [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]].

===Devil's Due G.I. Joe versus Transformers continuity===

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Perceptor''' (Autobot, 1985)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-39'''
[[Image:G1Perceptor_toy.jpg|left|thumb|Perceptor turns into the tank... of SCIENCE!]]

: Formerly a [[Microchange]] MC-20 Micro Scope, Perceptor transforms into a predominantly red functional microscope. His magnification is limited to 1X due to the relatively crude nature of his lens. In robot mode, Perceptor is armed with a red laser rifle and a spring-loaded rocket launcher that can fire one of three red missile-shaped projectiles.

: A holdover from his Microchange origins, Perceptor can also transform into a 'tank' mode.

: The Japanese version does ''not'' launch missiles from the scope, despite what some sources say.

*'''Perceptor''' (Autobot, 2005)

===Classics===
*'''Perceptor''' (Legends, 2006)
[[Image:ClassicsLOCPerceptor_toy.jpg|left|thumb|Perceptor will blow up your whole city. ''For science.'']]

:A [[redeco]] of [[Legends of Cybertron]] [[Red Alert (Armada)|Red Alert]]. He transforms into a BTR-90 armoured personnel carrier with a large missile/laser cannon/microscope/telescope.

{{-}}

==Trivia==
*A Perceptor [[Action Master]] was planned at one point, but apparently went no further than a concept sketch. The art is based solely on the toy including the faceplate unlike most other Action Masters. It has the distinction of carrying on Perceptor's well-armed legacy, with not just one but TWO shoulder mounted microscope cannons, arm shields, and a large handgun <ref>[[Transformers Generations Deluxe]], p110</ref>. The figure may have been intended as a pilot or driver for an Action Master vehicle, as the handgun has handlebars jutting off either side. Or, perhaps, the aforementioned munition was engineered to be wielded in an akimbo manner, simply because that is the fashion in which Perceptor traverses rotationally, canid.

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

==Footnotes==
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Perceptor (G1)

2007-02-25T05:22:37Z

71.100.108.115: /* Japanese G2 */

{{Template:Disambig3|Perceptor}}

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

[[Image:Transformers2-Perceptor.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Surprisingly well armed for someone who doesn't like to fight]]

'''Perceptor''' is a scientist, one of the most brilliant minds the whole of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cyberton]] can offer. Not much for fighting, he is always content to contribute to the Autobot cause in his own way but will engage in combat if the situation calls for it. [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] often relies on Perceptor's genius and considers him as valuable as any of his officers.

One of Perceptor's most infamous qualities is his tendency to speak using overly-scientific terms, which can baffle his comrades (and occasionally frustrate them).

Perceptor transforms into a microscope and can function as any microscope known to man, including an electron microscope. In both modes, he can use the optical lenses in his microscope barrel-cannon to fire a beam of concentrated light.

''Italian name:'' '''Supervista'''

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
On Cybertron Perceptor lead a faction of Autobots who crossed the space bridge to join the forces on earth. He was later killed by the Decepticons in the Underbase saga.

===Animated continuity===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Paul Eiding]] (US), [[Ken Shiroyama|Chikao Shiroyama]] (Japan)

Perceptor arrived on Earth during a period of time occurring after the initial impact of the Ark into the planet. During his period of existence on that planetary body, he experienced a myriad of adventures. Amongst them were being abducted by the [[Decepticon]]s along with [[Seaspray (G1)|Seaspray]], reconfiguring his mass ratio to a microscopic scale in order to sever the connection of the [[Heart of Cybertron]] to [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]'s body, traveling through the interstellar void with [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]] to reacquire [[Cosmos (G1)|Cosmos]] from Saturn's moon Titan, and landing on an unexplored world in which Cybertronian lifeforms were minuscule in relation to the voluminous indigenous population. He also synthesized a panacea to remedy the deadly [[Cosmic Rust]] epidemic.

Perceptor's actions continued to be of intrinsic strategic import, particularly following the distinct tactical deficiencies during the battle of Autobot City that resulted in the expiration of [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]]. He also accompanied [[Hot Rod (G1)|Rodimus Prime]] on a multitude of his manifold peregrinations.

===Victory===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Masaharu Satō]] (Japanese)

Perceptor, [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] and [[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]].

===Japanese G2===
[[Image:G2StoryPageWheeljackPerceptor1.jpg|right|250px|thumb|-"Look at him, all tiny back there." -"Wow, shouldn't he be dead by now?"]]

Perceptor, along with Wheeljack and [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]], discovered [[Reconfiguration Matrix|new proporties]] of the [[Matrix of Leadership|Matrix]] which allowed Optimus Prime to revive himself as Laser-Rod Optimus Prime after a crushing defeat by Megatron.

===Universe: The Wreckers===

===Dreamwave Comics continuity===
Perceptor appears in the second volume of the Dreamwave continuity, where Cybertron is ruled by [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]].

===Devil's Due G.I. Joe versus Transformers continuity===

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Perceptor''' (Autobot, 1985)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-39'''
[[Image:G1Perceptor_toy.jpg|left|thumb|Perceptor turns into the tank... of SCIENCE!]]

: Formerly a [[Microchange]] MC-20 Micro Scope, Perceptor transforms into a predominantly red functional microscope. His magnification is limited to 1X due to the relatively crude nature of his lens. In robot mode, Perceptor is armed with a red laser rifle and a spring-loaded rocket launcher that can fire one of three red missile-shaped projectiles.

: A holdover from his Microchange origins, Perceptor can also transform into a 'tank' mode.

: The Japanese version does ''not'' launch missiles from the scope, despite what some sources say.

*'''Perceptor''' (Autobot, 2005)

===Classics===
*'''Perceptor''' (Legends, 2006)
[[Image:ClassicsLOCPerceptor_toy.jpg|left|thumb|Perceptor will blow up your whole city. ''For science.'']]

:A [[redeco]] of [[Legends of Cybertron]] [[Red Alert (Armada)|Red Alert]]. He transforms into a BTR-90 armoured personnel carrier with a large missile/laser cannon/microscope/telescope.

{{-}}

==Trivia==
*A Perceptor [[Action Master]] was planned at one point, but apparently went no further than a concept sketch. The art is based solely on the toy including the faceplate unlike most other Action Masters. It has the distinction of carrying on Perceptor's well-armed legacy, with not just one but TWO shoulder mounted microscope cannons, arm shields, and a large handgun <ref>[[Transformers Generations Deluxe]], p110</ref>. The figure may have been intended as a pilot or driver for an Action Master vehicle, as the handgun has handlebars jutting off either side. Or, perhaps, the aforementioned munition was engineered to be wielded in an akimbo manner, simply because that is the fashion in which Perceptor traverses rotationally, canid.

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

==Footnotes==
<references/>

{{stub}}
[[Category: Autobots]]
[[Category: Classics]]
[[Category: Generation 1 characters]]
[[Category: Legends of Cybertron]]
[[Category: Scientists]]<div id="wikia-credits"><br /><br /><small>From [http://transformers.wikia.com Teletraan I: The Transformers Wiki], a [http://www.wikia.com Wikia] wiki.</small></div>

Perceptor (G1)

2007-02-25T05:22:16Z

71.100.108.115: /* Japanese G2 */

{{Template:Disambig3|Perceptor}}

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

[[Image:Transformers2-Perceptor.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Surprisingly well armed for someone who doesn't like to fight]]

'''Perceptor''' is a scientist, one of the most brilliant minds the whole of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cyberton]] can offer. Not much for fighting, he is always content to contribute to the Autobot cause in his own way but will engage in combat if the situation calls for it. [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] often relies on Perceptor's genius and considers him as valuable as any of his officers.

One of Perceptor's most infamous qualities is his tendency to speak using overly-scientific terms, which can baffle his comrades (and occasionally frustrate them).

Perceptor transforms into a microscope and can function as any microscope known to man, including an electron microscope. In both modes, he can use the optical lenses in his microscope barrel-cannon to fire a beam of concentrated light.

''Italian name:'' '''Supervista'''

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
On Cybertron Perceptor lead a faction of Autobots who crossed the space bridge to join the forces on earth. He was later killed by the Decepticons in the Underbase saga.

===Animated continuity===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Paul Eiding]] (US), [[Ken Shiroyama|Chikao Shiroyama]] (Japan)

Perceptor arrived on Earth during a period of time occurring after the initial impact of the Ark into the planet. During his period of existence on that planetary body, he experienced a myriad of adventures. Amongst them were being abducted by the [[Decepticon]]s along with [[Seaspray (G1)|Seaspray]], reconfiguring his mass ratio to a microscopic scale in order to sever the connection of the [[Heart of Cybertron]] to [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]'s body, traveling through the interstellar void with [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]] to reacquire [[Cosmos (G1)|Cosmos]] from Saturn's moon Titan, and landing on an unexplored world in which Cybertronian lifeforms were minuscule in relation to the voluminous indigenous population. He also synthesized a panacea to remedy the deadly [[Cosmic Rust]] epidemic.

Perceptor's actions continued to be of intrinsic strategic import, particularly following the distinct tactical deficiencies during the battle of Autobot City that resulted in the expiration of [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]]. He also accompanied [[Hot Rod (G1)|Rodimus Prime]] on a multitude of his manifold peregrinations.

===Victory===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Masaharu Satō]] (Japanese)

Perceptor, [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] and [[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]].

===Japanese G2===
[[Image:G2StoryPageWheeljackPerceptor1.jpg|right|250px|thumb|-"Look at him, all tiny back there." -"Wow, shouldn't he be dead by now?"]]

Perceptor, along with Wheeljack and [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]], discovered [[Reconfiguration Matrix|new proporties]] of the [[Matrix of Leadership|Matrix]] which allowed Optimus Prime to revive himself as Laser-Rod Optimus Prime after a crushing defeat by Megatron.

===Universe: The Wreckers===

===Dreamwave Comics continuity===
Perceptor appears in the second volume of the Dreamwave continuity, where Cybertron is ruled by [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]].

===Devil's Due G.I. Joe versus Transformers continuity===

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Perceptor''' (Autobot, 1985)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-39'''
[[Image:G1Perceptor_toy.jpg|left|thumb|Perceptor turns into the tank... of SCIENCE!]]

: Formerly a [[Microchange]] MC-20 Micro Scope, Perceptor transforms into a predominantly red functional microscope. His magnification is limited to 1X due to the relatively crude nature of his lens. In robot mode, Perceptor is armed with a red laser rifle and a spring-loaded rocket launcher that can fire one of three red missile-shaped projectiles.

: A holdover from his Microchange origins, Perceptor can also transform into a 'tank' mode.

: The Japanese version does ''not'' launch missiles from the scope, despite what some sources say.

*'''Perceptor''' (Autobot, 2005)

===Classics===
*'''Perceptor''' (Legends, 2006)
[[Image:ClassicsLOCPerceptor_toy.jpg|left|thumb|Perceptor will blow up your whole city. ''For science.'']]

:A [[redeco]] of [[Legends of Cybertron]] [[Red Alert (Armada)|Red Alert]]. He transforms into a BTR-90 armoured personnel carrier with a large missile/laser cannon/microscope/telescope.

{{-}}

==Trivia==
*A Perceptor [[Action Master]] was planned at one point, but apparently went no further than a concept sketch. The art is based solely on the toy including the faceplate unlike most other Action Masters. It has the distinction of carrying on Perceptor's well-armed legacy, with not just one but TWO shoulder mounted microscope cannons, arm shields, and a large handgun <ref>[[Transformers Generations Deluxe]], p110</ref>. The figure may have been intended as a pilot or driver for an Action Master vehicle, as the handgun has handlebars jutting off either side. Or, perhaps, the aforementioned munition was engineered to be wielded in an akimbo manner, simply because that is the fashion in which Perceptor traverses rotationally, canid.

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

==Footnotes==
<references/>

{{stub}}
[[Category: Autobots]]
[[Category: Classics]]
[[Category: Generation 1 characters]]
[[Category: Legends of Cybertron]]
[[Category: Scientists]]<div id="wikia-credits"><br /><br /><small>From [http://transformers.wikia.com Teletraan I: The Transformers Wiki], a [http://www.wikia.com Wikia] wiki.</small></div>

Perceptor (G1)

2007-02-25T05:21:52Z

71.100.108.115: /* Japanese G2 */

{{Template:Disambig3|Perceptor}}

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

[[Image:Transformers2-Perceptor.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Surprisingly well armed for someone who doesn't like to fight]]

'''Perceptor''' is a scientist, one of the most brilliant minds the whole of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cyberton]] can offer. Not much for fighting, he is always content to contribute to the Autobot cause in his own way but will engage in combat if the situation calls for it. [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] often relies on Perceptor's genius and considers him as valuable as any of his officers.

One of Perceptor's most infamous qualities is his tendency to speak using overly-scientific terms, which can baffle his comrades (and occasionally frustrate them).

Perceptor transforms into a microscope and can function as any microscope known to man, including an electron microscope. In both modes, he can use the optical lenses in his microscope barrel-cannon to fire a beam of concentrated light.

''Italian name:'' '''Supervista'''

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
On Cybertron Perceptor lead a faction of Autobots who crossed the space bridge to join the forces on earth. He was later killed by the Decepticons in the Underbase saga.

===Animated continuity===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Paul Eiding]] (US), [[Ken Shiroyama|Chikao Shiroyama]] (Japan)

Perceptor arrived on Earth during a period of time occurring after the initial impact of the Ark into the planet. During his period of existence on that planetary body, he experienced a myriad of adventures. Amongst them were being abducted by the [[Decepticon]]s along with [[Seaspray (G1)|Seaspray]], reconfiguring his mass ratio to a microscopic scale in order to sever the connection of the [[Heart of Cybertron]] to [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]'s body, traveling through the interstellar void with [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]] to reacquire [[Cosmos (G1)|Cosmos]] from Saturn's moon Titan, and landing on an unexplored world in which Cybertronian lifeforms were minuscule in relation to the voluminous indigenous population. He also synthesized a panacea to remedy the deadly [[Cosmic Rust]] epidemic.

Perceptor's actions continued to be of intrinsic strategic import, particularly following the distinct tactical deficiencies during the battle of Autobot City that resulted in the expiration of [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]]. He also accompanied [[Hot Rod (G1)|Rodimus Prime]] on a multitude of his manifold peregrinations.

===Victory===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Masaharu Satō]] (Japanese)

Perceptor, [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] and [[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]].

===Japanese G2===
[[Image:G2StoryPageWheeljackPerceptor1.jpg|right|250px|thumb|-"Look at him, all tiny back there."
-"Wow, shouldn't he be dead by now?"]]

Perceptor, along with Wheeljack and [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]], discovered [[Reconfiguration Matrix|new proporties]] of the [[Matrix of Leadership|Matrix]] which allowed Optimus Prime to revive himself as Laser-Rod Optimus Prime after a crushing defeat by Megatron.

===Universe: The Wreckers===

===Dreamwave Comics continuity===
Perceptor appears in the second volume of the Dreamwave continuity, where Cybertron is ruled by [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]].

===Devil's Due G.I. Joe versus Transformers continuity===

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Perceptor''' (Autobot, 1985)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-39'''
[[Image:G1Perceptor_toy.jpg|left|thumb|Perceptor turns into the tank... of SCIENCE!]]

: Formerly a [[Microchange]] MC-20 Micro Scope, Perceptor transforms into a predominantly red functional microscope. His magnification is limited to 1X due to the relatively crude nature of his lens. In robot mode, Perceptor is armed with a red laser rifle and a spring-loaded rocket launcher that can fire one of three red missile-shaped projectiles.

: A holdover from his Microchange origins, Perceptor can also transform into a 'tank' mode.

: The Japanese version does ''not'' launch missiles from the scope, despite what some sources say.

*'''Perceptor''' (Autobot, 2005)

===Classics===
*'''Perceptor''' (Legends, 2006)
[[Image:ClassicsLOCPerceptor_toy.jpg|left|thumb|Perceptor will blow up your whole city. ''For science.'']]

:A [[redeco]] of [[Legends of Cybertron]] [[Red Alert (Armada)|Red Alert]]. He transforms into a BTR-90 armoured personnel carrier with a large missile/laser cannon/microscope/telescope.

{{-}}

==Trivia==
*A Perceptor [[Action Master]] was planned at one point, but apparently went no further than a concept sketch. The art is based solely on the toy including the faceplate unlike most other Action Masters. It has the distinction of carrying on Perceptor's well-armed legacy, with not just one but TWO shoulder mounted microscope cannons, arm shields, and a large handgun <ref>[[Transformers Generations Deluxe]], p110</ref>. The figure may have been intended as a pilot or driver for an Action Master vehicle, as the handgun has handlebars jutting off either side. Or, perhaps, the aforementioned munition was engineered to be wielded in an akimbo manner, simply because that is the fashion in which Perceptor traverses rotationally, canid.

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

==Footnotes==
<references/>

{{stub}}
[[Category: Autobots]]
[[Category: Classics]]
[[Category: Generation 1 characters]]
[[Category: Legends of Cybertron]]
[[Category: Scientists]]<div id="wikia-credits"><br /><br /><small>From [http://transformers.wikia.com Teletraan I: The Transformers Wiki], a [http://www.wikia.com Wikia] wiki.</small></div>

Swoop (G1)

2007-02-25T05:16:04Z

71.100.108.115: /* Animated continuity */

{{disambig3|Swoop}}

:''Swoop is a [[Dinobot]] and [[Autobot]] in [[Generation 1]] continuity. He used to go by the name [[Divebomb]].''

[[Image:Swoop iconic.jpg|thumb|250px| New "Wildberry" Swoop is two, two, two flavors in one! ]]

'''Swoop''' is the friendliest and most outgoing of the Dinobots. He's surprisingly good natured, kind, and upbeat. Few of his comrades realize this however, as his team's reputation and his alt-form, considered (for some reason) particularly "horrifying" to Transformer aesthetics, makes others wary of getting close enought to learn about the bot himself. Swoop is an excellent aerial combatant and bombardier, and has become skilled at using the fear his alt-mode creates in battle. He considers it his greatest weapon. Like all the Dinobots, Swoop tends to be arrogant, disobedient, and generally disagree with Optimus Prime's leadership style. He's also a bit of a show-off.

''Preliminary name: '''Wing'''<br>
''Italian name: '''Reptilo'''

== Fiction ==

===Marvel Comics continuity===
====Generation 1====
:''(Note: Events from UK-only stories are in italics.)''
''On Cybertron Swoop was once named Divebomb. After disobeying orders from [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] he came into battle with the Predacon now called [[Divebomb (G1)|Divebomb]], who defeated him and stole his name. {{storylink|What's in a Name?}} This began a continuing rivalry between the two. Millions of years later on Earth they clashed again intending to finish things between them once and for all, but their respective team mates interfered and the battle went unresolved. {{storylink|Grudge Match!}}''

Swoop was one of the original crew of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]. After it crashed, [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] came to Earth in pursuit and landed in the [[Savage Land]]. The Ark rebuilt Swoop along with Grimlock, Slag, Sludge and Snarl into the Dinobots and sent them to the Savage Land to defeat Shockwave. {{storylink|The Last Stand}} The battle ended with the Dinobots submerged in a tar pit where they remained until they were dug out by Ratchet millions of years later. Swoop along with the other Dinobots then helped [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] defeat [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] and reclaim the Ark and free the deactivated Autobots within. {{storylink|Repeat Performance!}}
[[Image:Swoopg1marvelukfirst.jpg|thumb|250px| Swoop intends to be the first to get his hands on a Playstation 3! ]]
''Upon their return to the Ark however Swoop was badly damaged and thought destroyed when he attempted to fly the booby trapped battle droid [[Guardian]] away from the Ark to prevent the explosion from destroying [[Mount St. Hilary]]. {{storylink|The Wrath of Grimlock!}}''

''In reality he was blown clear and crashed into a nearby lake where he was later found by [[Professor Morris]]. The professor had developed a machine capable of transferring his consciousness to a robot allowing him to take control of it. He recovered Swoop’s body and used the machine to take control of him. He used Swoop to attack the Autobots who he had mistakenly assumed were under the control of his company’s competitor [[G.B. Blackrock]]. Swoop’s personality eventually broke free of the professor’s control however. {{storylink|The Icarus Theory}}''

''Not long after this he went mad due to the burning out of his cybodendrons after being submerged in the tar pit for millions of years. He was subdued and went into a coma like state. This alerted the Autobots the danger that the other Dinobots were in and they set out to find them. {{storylink|Dinobot Hunt!}}''

''Swoop later recovered from his coma along with the other Dinobots. {{storylink|Second Generation!}} He and the other Dinobots left the Ark shortly afterwards to help Sludge save his friend Joy Meadows from both the Decepticons and Swoop’s former tormentor Professor Morris and his new robot [[Centurion (Marvel)|Centurion]], funded by [[Intelligence and Information Institute|Triple-I]]. {{storylink|In the National Interest}}''

''Swoop would later battle the future Decepticon Galvatron, being severely beaten in the process. {{storylink|Fallen Angel!}}'' After the death of Optimus Prime, Swoop helped to battle [[Trypticon]] who had been sent from Cybertron by [[Ratbat]] to attack the Ark. Having driven Trypticon away Swoop and the Dinobots returned to the Ark where Grimlock was declared Autobot leader. {{storylink|King of the Hill!}}

Following the return of Optimus Prime as Autobot leader, Swoop and the other Dinobots were critically damaged by the [[Underbase]]-powered [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]]. After being repaired by Ratchet using [[Pretender]] technology, Grimlock took Swoop and the Dinobots to [[Hydrus 4]] and restored them using [[Nucleon]]. This ultimately caused Grimlock to lose the ability to transform but it is not know if Swoop suffered any similar side effects.
{{storylink|The Price of Life!}}

At some point Swoop was sent to Earth to become part of the [[Earthforce]] team under the command of Grimlock. He later returned to Cybertron and took part in the battle against [[Unicron]] which he survived. {{storylink|On the Edge of Extinction!}}

====Generation 2====
Swoop took part in the war against [[Jhiaxus]] and his [[Cybertronian Empire]].

===Animated continuity===
:'''Voice actor:''' [[Michael Bell]] (US), [[Yoku Shioya]] (Japan)

[[Image:Swoop.gif|thumb|250px|"Me, Swoop, glad me not have stomach to lose."]]

While guarding a mysterious meteorite, the original Dinobots, Grimlock, Slag and Sludge, were fooled by Megatron into joining the side of the Decepticons. To counter the threat of their former comrades, the Autobots constructed two new Dinobots; Snarl and Swoop. Snarl and Swoop did battle with the original Dinobots but were only strong enough to force them into a stalemate. The original Dinobots chose to return to the Autobots after their leader, Grimlock, was saved from the exploding meteorite through a selfless act of heroism from Optimus Prime.

Swoop was rarely seen apart from the other Dinobots. Together, they fought the likes of [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]] and moved to a bizarre island (later dubbed [[Dinobot Island]]) to hone their skills.

Some time after that, the Dinobots chose to desert the Autobots during their time of need (the Autobots were dying from lack of [[Cybertonium]]) and go to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. All the Dinobots were cought by [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], reprogrammed and forced to work in the cybertonium mines at the planet's organic core. All, that is, except for Swoop. Swoop soon encountered [[Spike Witwicky|Spike]] and [[Carly]], the Autobots' human allies, deep within the bowels of the planet. The three teamed up and, after learning a brief history of the Transformer race, freed the Dinobots and returned to [[Earth]] with a shipment of Cybertonium.

In 2005, Swoop and the other Dinobots fought Devastator during the battle of [[Autobot City]]. They didn't fair too well. They later evacuated the city (reluctantly) when [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] attacked. Swoop and the Dinobots became briefly stranded on [[Quintessa]] along with [[Hot Rod (G1)|Hot Rod]] and [[Kup]] when their ship was shot down. With help from [[Wheelie]], the Dinobots and their friends escaped Quintessa and rescued the remaining Autobots on the [[Junkion (planet)|Planet of Junk]] from a horde of confused [[Junkion]]s. They later engaged [[Unicron]] in combat when the Chaos-Bringer attacked Cybertron.

In the year 2006, Swoop and the other Dinobots spent much of their time on Cybertron fishing for robot fish. Swoop and the others briefly ostracized Grimlock when he attained super intelligence. Grimlock eventually returned to normal and was welcomed back among their ranks. Swoop and the Dinobots were also summoned by [[Oracle (G1)|Primacron's Assistant]] to do battle with [[Tornadron]], a creation of the villainous [[Primacron]]. Swoop failed to defeat the enrgy monster, but Grimlock managed to save the day just in the nick of time.

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
* '''Swoop''' (1985)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''30'''
: Swoop's ''Generation 1'' toy had a few changes from the Diaclone version, as the beak and tail were rounded [[for safety reasons]]. However, the remolding of the tail kept the tail sticker from fitting correctly.

===Generation 2===
:The original Swoop mold was considered to be repainted in a blue and green color scheme, and art was even made for it. However, it was never anywhere close to release.

===Universe===
:The [[Swoop (Energon)|Swoop]] toy released in ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' was originally created by Hasbro for release as a special new-mold addition for the ''Universe'' toyline and was intended to represent ''Generation 1'' Swoop. However, it wasn't and it didn't.

==Trivia==

Thanks to the ''[[Robo-Capers]]'' strip in the UK Comic, Swoop became the first and possibly only Transformer to defecate in a licensed and approved presentation.

Whoever made Swoop's animation model used the Diaclone toy as a reference, as the Dinobot sports the pre-Transformer's blue chest, and gold lower beak, missiles, and dino feet. Swoop's Marvel comic model has the Transformer toy's red chest, but keeps the gold parts from the Diaclone toy.

==External links==
[http://tfu.info/1985/Autobot/Swoop/swoop.htm Swoop at TFU.info]

[[Category: Autobots]]
[[Category: Dinobots]]
[[Category: Generation 1 characters]]
[[Category: Unreleased toys]]<div id="wikia-credits"><br /><br /><small>From [http://transformers.wikia.com Teletraan I: The Transformers Wiki], a [http://www.wikia.com Wikia] wiki.</small></div>

Swoop (G1)

2007-02-25T05:15:00Z

71.100.108.115: /* Generation 1 */

{{disambig3|Swoop}}

:''Swoop is a [[Dinobot]] and [[Autobot]] in [[Generation 1]] continuity. He used to go by the name [[Divebomb]].''

[[Image:Swoop iconic.jpg|thumb|250px| New "Wildberry" Swoop is two, two, two flavors in one! ]]

'''Swoop''' is the friendliest and most outgoing of the Dinobots. He's surprisingly good natured, kind, and upbeat. Few of his comrades realize this however, as his team's reputation and his alt-form, considered (for some reason) particularly "horrifying" to Transformer aesthetics, makes others wary of getting close enought to learn about the bot himself. Swoop is an excellent aerial combatant and bombardier, and has become skilled at using the fear his alt-mode creates in battle. He considers it his greatest weapon. Like all the Dinobots, Swoop tends to be arrogant, disobedient, and generally disagree with Optimus Prime's leadership style. He's also a bit of a show-off.

''Preliminary name: '''Wing'''<br>
''Italian name: '''Reptilo'''

== Fiction ==

===Marvel Comics continuity===
====Generation 1====
:''(Note: Events from UK-only stories are in italics.)''
''On Cybertron Swoop was once named Divebomb. After disobeying orders from [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] he came into battle with the Predacon now called [[Divebomb (G1)|Divebomb]], who defeated him and stole his name. {{storylink|What's in a Name?}} This began a continuing rivalry between the two. Millions of years later on Earth they clashed again intending to finish things between them once and for all, but their respective team mates interfered and the battle went unresolved. {{storylink|Grudge Match!}}''

Swoop was one of the original crew of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]. After it crashed, [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] came to Earth in pursuit and landed in the [[Savage Land]]. The Ark rebuilt Swoop along with Grimlock, Slag, Sludge and Snarl into the Dinobots and sent them to the Savage Land to defeat Shockwave. {{storylink|The Last Stand}} The battle ended with the Dinobots submerged in a tar pit where they remained until they were dug out by Ratchet millions of years later. Swoop along with the other Dinobots then helped [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] defeat [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] and reclaim the Ark and free the deactivated Autobots within. {{storylink|Repeat Performance!}}
[[Image:Swoopg1marvelukfirst.jpg|thumb|250px| Swoop intends to be the first to get his hands on a Playstation 3! ]]
''Upon their return to the Ark however Swoop was badly damaged and thought destroyed when he attempted to fly the booby trapped battle droid [[Guardian]] away from the Ark to prevent the explosion from destroying [[Mount St. Hilary]]. {{storylink|The Wrath of Grimlock!}}''

''In reality he was blown clear and crashed into a nearby lake where he was later found by [[Professor Morris]]. The professor had developed a machine capable of transferring his consciousness to a robot allowing him to take control of it. He recovered Swoop’s body and used the machine to take control of him. He used Swoop to attack the Autobots who he had mistakenly assumed were under the control of his company’s competitor [[G.B. Blackrock]]. Swoop’s personality eventually broke free of the professor’s control however. {{storylink|The Icarus Theory}}''

''Not long after this he went mad due to the burning out of his cybodendrons after being submerged in the tar pit for millions of years. He was subdued and went into a coma like state. This alerted the Autobots the danger that the other Dinobots were in and they set out to find them. {{storylink|Dinobot Hunt!}}''

''Swoop later recovered from his coma along with the other Dinobots. {{storylink|Second Generation!}} He and the other Dinobots left the Ark shortly afterwards to help Sludge save his friend Joy Meadows from both the Decepticons and Swoop’s former tormentor Professor Morris and his new robot [[Centurion (Marvel)|Centurion]], funded by [[Intelligence and Information Institute|Triple-I]]. {{storylink|In the National Interest}}''

''Swoop would later battle the future Decepticon Galvatron, being severely beaten in the process. {{storylink|Fallen Angel!}}'' After the death of Optimus Prime, Swoop helped to battle [[Trypticon]] who had been sent from Cybertron by [[Ratbat]] to attack the Ark. Having driven Trypticon away Swoop and the Dinobots returned to the Ark where Grimlock was declared Autobot leader. {{storylink|King of the Hill!}}

Following the return of Optimus Prime as Autobot leader, Swoop and the other Dinobots were critically damaged by the [[Underbase]]-powered [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]]. After being repaired by Ratchet using [[Pretender]] technology, Grimlock took Swoop and the Dinobots to [[Hydrus 4]] and restored them using [[Nucleon]]. This ultimately caused Grimlock to lose the ability to transform but it is not know if Swoop suffered any similar side effects.
{{storylink|The Price of Life!}}

At some point Swoop was sent to Earth to become part of the [[Earthforce]] team under the command of Grimlock. He later returned to Cybertron and took part in the battle against [[Unicron]] which he survived. {{storylink|On the Edge of Extinction!}}

====Generation 2====
Swoop took part in the war against [[Jhiaxus]] and his [[Cybertronian Empire]].

===Animated continuity===
:'''Voice actor:''' [[Michael Bell]] (US), [[Yoku Shioya]] (Japan)

[[Image:Swoop.gif|thumb|250px| To the skies!! ]]

While guarding a mysterious meteorite, the original Dinobots, Grimlock, Slag and Sludge, were fooled by Megatron into joining the side of the Decepticons. To counter the threat of their former comrades, the Autobots constructed two new Dinobots; Snarl and Swoop. Snarl and Swoop did battle with the original Dinobots but were only strong enough to force them into a stalemate. The original Dinobots chose to return to the Autobots after their leader, Grimlock, was saved from the exploding meteorite through a selfless act of heroism from Optimus Prime.

Swoop was rarely seen apart from the other Dinobots. Together, they fought the likes of [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]] and moved to a bizarre island (later dubbed [[Dinobot Island]]) to hone their skills.

Some time after that, the Dinobots chose to desert the Autobots during their time of need (the Autobots were dying from lack of [[Cybertonium]]) and go to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. All the Dinobots were cought by [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], reprogrammed and forced to work in the cybertonium mines at the planet's organic core. All, that is, except for Swoop. Swoop soon encountered [[Spike Witwicky|Spike]] and [[Carly]], the Autobots' human allies, deep within the bowels of the planet. The three teamed up and, after learning a brief history of the Transformer race, freed the Dinobots and returned to [[Earth]] with a shipment of Cybertonium.

In 2005, Swoop and the other Dinobots fought Devastator during the battle of [[Autobot City]]. They didn't fair too well. They later evacuated the city (reluctantly) when [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] attacked. Swoop and the Dinobots became briefly stranded on [[Quintessa]] along with [[Hot Rod (G1)|Hot Rod]] and [[Kup]] when their ship was shot down. With help from [[Wheelie]], the Dinobots and their friends escaped Quintessa and rescued the remaining Autobots on the [[Junkion (planet)|Planet of Junk]] from a horde of confused [[Junkion]]s. They later engaged [[Unicron]] in combat when the Chaos-Bringer attacked Cybertron.

In the year 2006, Swoop and the other Dinobots spent much of their time on Cybertron fishing for robot fish. Swoop and the others briefly ostracized Grimlock when he attained super intelligence. Grimlock eventually returned to normal and was welcomed back among their ranks. Swoop and the Dinobots were also summoned by [[Oracle (G1)|Primacron's Assistant]] to do battle with [[Tornadron]], a creation of the villainous [[Primacron]]. Swoop failed to defeat the enrgy monster, but Grimlock managed to save the day just in the nick of time.

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
* '''Swoop''' (1985)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''30'''
: Swoop's ''Generation 1'' toy had a few changes from the Diaclone version, as the beak and tail were rounded [[for safety reasons]]. However, the remolding of the tail kept the tail sticker from fitting correctly.

===Generation 2===
:The original Swoop mold was considered to be repainted in a blue and green color scheme, and art was even made for it. However, it was never anywhere close to release.

===Universe===
:The [[Swoop (Energon)|Swoop]] toy released in ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' was originally created by Hasbro for release as a special new-mold addition for the ''Universe'' toyline and was intended to represent ''Generation 1'' Swoop. However, it wasn't and it didn't.

==Trivia==

Thanks to the ''[[Robo-Capers]]'' strip in the UK Comic, Swoop became the first and possibly only Transformer to defecate in a licensed and approved presentation.

Whoever made Swoop's animation model used the Diaclone toy as a reference, as the Dinobot sports the pre-Transformer's blue chest, and gold lower beak, missiles, and dino feet. Swoop's Marvel comic model has the Transformer toy's red chest, but keeps the gold parts from the Diaclone toy.

==External links==
[http://tfu.info/1985/Autobot/Swoop/swoop.htm Swoop at TFU.info]

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Snarl (G1)

2007-02-25T05:12:49Z

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

[[Image:MTMTESnarl.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Me spikey]]

'''Snarl''' is an unhappy, unsociable loner. He grudgingly follows [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]]'s orders and that's about it. He leaves thinking to others. He has few opinions and rarely expresses those he has. Snarl's uncommunicative nature only serves to fuel his sense of isolation. On top of all this, he hates the ungainly stegosaur form given him by the [[Ark]] and feels that the war on [[Earth]] means he may never see his beloved [[Cybertron]] again. Snarl is a profoundly unhappy being.

Only in war does Snarl feel happiness. Only the joy of combat washes away the ache in his spark, and lets him forget anything but the rising thrill of the fight. For these reasons Snarl revels in combat more than even his fellow [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]].

''Italian name: '''Stego'''

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

===Animated continuity===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Hal Rayle]] (US), [[Ken Shiroyama]] (Japan)
[[Image:SnarlG1.jpg|left|150px|thumb|That's it, Snarl. Take one for the team.]]

Snarl, along with [[Swoop (G1)|Swoop]], were the second set of Dinobots created by [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]]. They fought the previous Dinobot group who had been tricked by [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] into joining the Decepticons. {{Storylink|War of the Dinobots}}

He was conspicuously absent from the movie, though did appear in later episodes.

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===Dreamwave comics continuity===

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

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Snarl''' (1985)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''29'''

: Snarl was originally part of [[Takara]]'s [[Diaclone]] Dinosaur Robo series. When Hasbro imported the toy in 1985 for the Transformers line, the Diaclone driver mini-figure was dropped.

: Snarl transforms from a robotic stegosaurus dinosaur bristling with gold vaccum-metalized armour plates, to a heavily armed robot armed with a red energo-blade, a smaller laser rifle and a rocket launcher with three silver missiles.

: Snarl was later reissued in the European/Australian-exclusive [[Classics (Euro)|Classics]] series (not to be confused with the [[Classics (2006)|2006 Classics]] line).

*'''Snarl with Tyrannitron''' (Action Master, 1990)

:As an [[Action Master]], Snarl is now a non-transforming action figure. He was sold on an individual card with his transforming partner [[Tyrannitron]]. He is compatible with any other Action Master weapon or vehicle.

===Generation 2===
*'''Snarl''' (1993)

: For the ''Generation 2'' line, Snarl was redecoed in colour variants including burgundy, green and his silver. Due to toy safety laws at the time, his rocket launcher accessory was removed.

==Trivia==
''According to his toy bio the [[Beast Machines]] era [[Dinobot (BM)|Dinobot]] [[Striker]] is rumored to be one of the original G1 Dinobots. If this is true, his stegosaur mode and energy absorbing spinal plates strongly point towards his being Snarl.''

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

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Sludge (G1)

2007-02-25T05:10:56Z

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{{disambig2|the Generation 1 Dinobot brontosaurus|the Wal*Mart-exclusive Dinobots series dimetrodon|Sludge (Dinobots)}}
:''Sludge is an [[Autobot]] in the [[Generation 1]] continuity family.''

[[Image:Sludgeg1.jpg|right|thumb|250px|"Me turn into a fake Dino!"]]

"'''Sludge''' dumb," is how [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]], the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobot]] commander himself, describes the plodding Autobot. The Dinobots have a perhaps undeserved reputation for being dimwitted, but Sludge is the genuine article. He makes the other four look like scholars in comparison.

As Sludge can't make much of an impression in the mental department, he likes to make his presence known physically. He'll stomp his hefty hide around just so you know he's there.

None of the Dinobots really like [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]], but he and [[Slag (G1)|Slag]] share an especially intense dislike for him.

''Preliminary name: '''Bronton'''<br>
''Italian name: '''Bronto'''

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

===Animated continuity===
'''Voice actor:''' [[Frank Welker]] (US), [[Kenyu Horiuchi]] (Japan)

Sludge was developed, along with his fellow [[Dinobots]] [[Slag (G1)|Slag]] and [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]], after the Autobots discovered dinosaur bones in their volcanic headquarters. Inspired by the power of the prehistoric beasts, [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] and [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] built a trio of Dinobots to add firepower to the Autobot forces. The Dinobots proved too dangerous at first, and [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] ordered Wheeljack to abandon the Dinobot project. Wheeljack continued improving the trio of titans in secret, crafting memory components that made them smarter and easier to control. When the rest of the Autobots were captured by the Decepticons at the [[Great Falls]] hydroelectric power plant, Wheeljack dispatched the Dinobots to free their comrades and destroy the Decepticons. The Dinobots succeeded in forcing a Decepticon retreat, and were welcomed as members of the Autobot team.

===Dreamwave comics continuity===

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

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Sludge''' (1985)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''27'''

Sludge was released as part of the second series of Transformers in 1985. The mold for his toy was originally a Diaclone Dinosaur Brontosaurus. It came equipped with a trio of silver rockets, a rocket launcher, a black gun, and a red sword. Like most Diaclone-era molds, Sludge had a conspicuous driver compartment located in his chest.

==Trivia==
Sludge turns into a brontosaurus, a dinosaur that, due to skeletal misidentification at its discovery, does not actually exist.

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

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Grimlock (G1)

2007-02-25T05:08:33Z

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{{disambig3|Grimlock}}
:''Grimlock is an [[Autobot]] in [[Generation 1]] and a [[Maximal]] in the [[Beast Wars]] portion of the Generation 1 [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:Grimlockg1.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Me Grimlock draw self-portrait.]]

''"'''Grimlock''' hate [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]]. Grimlock believe leader should show strength by attacking quickly and mercilessly! Prime often reconsider or hesitate, in fear of possible casualties, both Transformer and [[ human|squishy]] -- Grimlock say that cowardice! If Grimlock were in charge, war would have been over long ago."''

Some Autobots wonder why Grimlock is even on their side. His disposition is much more suited towards the [[Decepticons]]. After all, he values power and strength over wisdom and compassion, and furthermore, he doesn't get along with any of the Autobots. It's been hypothesized that Grimlock just hates [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] more than he hates Optimus. (Which means he must hate him A LOT.)

Grimlock is the leader of the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobot]]s, a small but very close team of misfits. It's been said that anyone who enters a battle with the Dinobots usually leaves it feet-first.

:''('''Note''': Grimlock's intelligence-level differed greatly between the comic and cartoon, leading to vastly different portrayals. See the entries below for details.)''

:''Preliminary name:'' '''Tyrex'''<br>
:''French-Canadian name: '''La Menace'''<br>
:''Italian name:'''Tiran'''

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

While the Autobots remained dormant inside [[Mount St. Hilary]], the [[Ark]] detected Cybertronian life. Dispatching a probe, the Ark learned that [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] had come to Earth and was wandering the [[Savage Land]]. The Ark used data gathered from the Savage Land to convert five of the dormant Autobots into the Dinobots. They traveled to fight Shockwave, but all combatants became trapped in a tar pit. {{storylink|The Last Stand}}

Grimlock was a powerful and arrogant warrior who believed he knew best. He ascended to the post of overall Autobot leader on several occasions, growing in the process and eventually, despite their original conflict, becoming Optimus's hand-picked lieutenant and likely successor. Early on, [[Blaster]] was a major thorn in his side, deserting his command. Later, he tended to fight with the straight-laced, logical [[Prowl]].

:''('''Note''': Comic Grimlock and the other Dinobots were much more intelligent than their Cartoon counterparts. They weren't Perceptor, mind you, but they had average, functional intellects. When he first appeared in the comic Grimlock spoke normally, but later the Comic adopted the caveman-esque speech of the cartoon, though only for Grimlock himself. The other Dinobots continued to speak normally. This vocal tic was alternately portrayed as a malfunction or an intentional choice by Grimlock, but in either case, he retained his full intelligence.)''

===Animated continuity===
:''Voice Actor:'' [[Greg Berger]] (US), [[Takurō Kitagawa]] (Japan)

''(Note: In the animated series, Grimlock was more dimwitted than in most other continuities. As the series progressed, he was portrayed increasingly as a comic relief character.)''

[[Image:Grimlockskywarp.jpg|right|thumb|Mmm. Taste like chicken.]]

Cartoon Grimlock, like all the cartoon Dinobots, has a stereotypical "caveman" type personality and intellect level. They originally decide to help the Autobots, for instance, because "them have face like this on chest..." Pre-movie this lack of intelligence is usually coupled together with their great power to make them dangerous wild cards; Post-movie, however, Grimlock and the Dinobots are generally played as just plain dumb for comic relief.

When mysterious tremors shook the [[Ark|Autobot base]], [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]]'s investigation revealed strange objects behind a rock wall. After removing the wall, the Autobots found a cave full of dinosaur bones. The Autobots decided the idea of dinosaurs was interesting and researched the prehistoric beasts. Wheeljack and [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] asked Optimus Prime if they could build robot dinosaurs, and Prime agreed this was a good idea. Grimlock, [[Slag (G1)|Slag]], and [[Sludge (G1)|Sludge]] were built and unveiled to the Autobots, but the Dinobots were dimwitted and violent, and they attacked their makers. Grimlock blasted [[Teletraan I]] with his fire-breath, damaging it. Optimus Prime decreed that the Dinobots ''must be destroyed''. However, Wheeljack convinced him instead to lock them away, and the trio were herded back into the cave and buried alive.

Later, the Decepticons took over a hydroelectric plant, but when the Autobots arrived to stop them, the Autobots were defeated and captured. Wheeljack, Ratchet, and [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]], left behind at Autobot base to finish repairing Teletraan-I, decided to go against Optimus' orders and release the Dinobots, but not before upgrading their brains to be smarter and more obedient. After the Dinobots are reactivated, Wheeljack asks them to save their friends. Grimlock says he will obey... this time. They successfully attack the Decepticons and free the imprisoned Autobots. Optimus forgives Wheeljack, Ratchet, and Bumblebee for disobeying his orders and welcomes the victorious Dinobots back to the Autobots.

After a meteor surging with unknown energies struck the Earth, Optimus ordered the three Dinobots to guard it. He was so pleased with the Dinobots he asked Ratchet and Wheeljack to build two more. Meanwhile, Megatron was frustrated at the Dinobots' success, and sent [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] to probe them for potential weaknesses. Reading the Dinobots' minds, he discovered that Grimlock was arrogant and believed he would make a better leader than the weak Optimus Prime. Megatron decided to use this to his advantage, and approached them himself. He played to Grimlock's jealousy and agreed with him that the strongest should be leader. The Dinobots declared Optimus Prime their enemy.

[[Image:Grimlockapologize.jpg|left|thumb|After we stop shaking hands me am going to eat him!!!!]]

Realizing the meteorite was due to explode, Optimus left to warn the Dinobots, but they attacked him. Instead of destroying him completely, however, Grimlock carried him to the Decepticons, who had stolen the meteorite during the battle. Megatron was angry that Optimus Prime was not destroyed, and Starscream suggested that despite Grimlock's arrogance, inside he was still compassionate. This enraged Grimlock. They were interrupted by the two new Dinobots, [[Snarl (G1)|Snarl]] and [[Swoop (G1)|Swoop]], whom Megatron ordered the original three Dinobots to attack. At the climax of the battle, the meteorite exploded, but Optimus Prime pushed Grimlock out of the way, saving him. Grimlock realized the error of his ways and the Dinobots forced the Decepticons into retreat. Grimlock apologized for his jealousy.

The Decepticons joined forces with [[Sub-Atlantica]] and staged a full-scale attack on [[Washington, D.C.]]. The Autobots were overwhelmed, forcing Wheeljack to call for the Dinobots' assistance. Grimlock expressed his frustration at being called whenever the Autobots were in over their heads. With their help, the Autobots were able to overturn the Decepticons' advance and plunge the city of Sub-Atlantica, burning, into the sea. This pattern of the Autobots' dependence on the Dinobots repeated when the artificial intelligence [[TORQ III]] turned machines against mankind. With every piece of help he and his troops gave, Grimlock was never slow to add a scathing remark about the inabilities of the Autobots. That said, he was not unwilling to admit the failings of his own troops, either, and willingly took them to the time-displaced "Dinobot Island," where they trained in the wilderness and helped stop a Decepticon raid on the prehistoric paradise.

The final straw for Grimlock came when he and the Dinobots were injured in a Decepticon trap at an airfield. Enraged, Grimlock refused to take orders from Optimus Prime any more, and led the Dinobots away from the Ark. When the Autobots began to suffer from Cybertonium deficiency, Spike Witwicky and his girlfriend Carly attempted to persuade the Dinobots - who continued to function perfectly, as they had been built on Earth without Cybertonium - to steal some of the mineral from a Decepticon shipment coming in from Cybertron. Grimlock instead opted to lead the Dinobots to Cybertron itself, where they were captured by [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] and put to work in the Cybertonium mines, until Spike and Carly rescued them. Brought back to Earth, the Dinobots agreed to follow Prime's order again - until such time as Grimlock didn't feel like it.

One of the biggest life achievement of Grimlock was to be able to kick the butt of a [[unicron|deity]].

[[Image:GrimlockManga.jpg|left|200px|thumb|If he REALLY smart he know how stupid he look.]]

By the Earth year 2005, it seemed apparent that Grimlock had undergone some degree of a personality change, becoming more childish and petulant, rather than brutish and stubborn. Throughout 2006, he regularly participated in missions with his fellow Autobots rather than the other Dinobots, battling on the planets of [[Chaar]], Goo, Dredd and Eurythma. He and [[Daniel Witwicky]] were transported to the sorcerous other-dimensional realm of Menonia, where Grimlock was duped into fighting on the side of the tyrannical [[Quintesson]], the Red Wizard, and later, he helped to sniff out the "dinosaur transform static" that implicated [[Trypticon]] in the theft of world monuments. Later in the year, when Decepticon leader [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] had Cybertron infused with function-inverting anti-electrons, a dose of the particles gave Grimlock super-intelligence. During a mission to [[Unicron]]'s disembodied head, where the Autobots were outmatched by the new Decepticon [[Terrorcon (G1)|Terrorcons]], Grimlock used components of Unicron's head to construct the [[Technobot|Technobots]] to battle them. Combined as Computron, the Technobots felt they could not match the Terrorcons, until Grimlock transferred his super-intelligence into Computron, reverting to his old self and allowing the Technobots to claim victory.

Grimlock's greatest victory came when he and a large number of other Transformers with animal transformations were summoned to a world at the centre of the galaxy by the ex-assistant of the ancient genius, [[Primacron]], creator of Unicron. The assistant had assembled these "Primitive" Transformers in the hope that their simple instincts could defeat Primacron's newest creation, [[Tornedron]], but one by one they fell to him, with Grimlock apparently crushed under [[Trypticon]]. Grimlock survived, however, and followed Tornedron back to Primacron's lab. When Tornedron turned on his master, like his predecessor, Primacron's complicated plans and equations could not find a way to stop him; Grimlock, on the other hand, randomly flicked a switch which reversed Tornedron's energy polarity, undoing the damage he and done and dissipating. Dancing around over his successful saving of the universe, Grimlock decimated Primacron's lab, dubbing it the smartest thing he'd ever done

====The Headmasters====

In the year 2011, the Decepticons invaded Cybertron in full force. Grimlock was deployed by [[Wreck-Gar]] to fend off the invaders. He was seen fighting alongside his fellow Dinobots as well as the [[Throttlebot]]s against the invading Decepticons, however, they didn't fair too well against the Decepticon [[Headmaster]]s, as they were all quickly put to sleep by [[Mindwipe]]'s hypnosis attack.

===Transformers PD-Type===
[[Star Saber (G1)|Star Saber]] recruited Grimlock as backup for a duel with [[Deathsaurus (G1)|Deathsaurus]]. Grimlock became bored watching the two of them fight in the sky, but when Star Saber finally succeeded in knocking Deathsaurus to the ground, Grimlock ate his head while Star Saber looked on, pleased at the outcome of his clever plan.<ref>From the [[Transformer_PD_Type|TF-PD type]] comic [http://www.tfarchive.com/comics/japanese/superdeformed.php?dgallery_show=deformed/SDComicTrans06.jpg Me Strongest! Me Grimlock]</ref>

===''Binaltech''===
After the Dinobots were defeated and deactivated on [[Earth]], Grimlock was rebuilt using [[Binaltech]] technology to save his life. He hates his new Ford Mustang form.

===Dreamwave comics continuity===
Grimlock displays Patton like leadership rivaling Optimus Prime. He also was a traitor, and the "rebel" of the Autobots.

===Beast Wars animated continuity===
====3H ''Reaching the Omega Point'' comics====
====IDW ''Beast Wars'' comics====
[[Image:Acvra.jpg|left|thumb|150px|Give starring role, Magmatron, or me take it by force.]]
Grimlock was among the [[Axalon (BW)|Axalon]]'s protoforms when the ship crashed on Earth. When [[Razorbeast]] and [[Optimus Minor]] where attempting to "rescue" [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]] from [[Magmatron]], Grimlock showed up and acted as the perfect distraction. Grimlock and Magmatron battled. Magmatron narrowly arose as the victor by use of his triple beast modes. Grimlock was knocked out, but later helped to construct the [[Maximal]]'s new base. {{Storylink|The Gathering, Part 4}}

===IDW comics continuity===
Grimlock, and the rest of the D'''y'''nobots were a close-knit group of hunters, suffering from neither low intelligence nor Grimlock's traditional speech impairment.

After [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] destroyed a caché of Energon the Dynobots had been hoarding, causing them severe Energon burns and causing them to feel humiliated, they swore revenge. And so, against orders from Optimus Prime, they followed Shockwave when he left Cybertron to stabilize "Ultra-Energon" deposits he had sent to other worlds as a precaution against the depletion of Cybertron's own Energon reserves.

When Shockwave reached his first destination - Earth, at the end of the last Ice Age - the Dynobots destroyed his ship and took on dinosaur alternate modes with synthetic flesh coatings to protect against the high levels of Energon radiation (see also [[Beast Wars]]), Grimlock having rejected the suggestion of a mammoth alternate mode as not at all palatable (but got plenty excited at the notion of a Tyrannosaurus mode).

On transporting down to the planet's surface to confront Shockwave, they gained an initial advantage, as Shockwave's logic was unable to comprehend the effort and risks they had taken for their revenge. However, when Shockwave recognized this weakness shut down his logic processors and operated a "rage" program to enable him to operate on pure instinct, he shrugged off their attacks and beat them severely, ending by burning off their organic coatings. Unable to accept another defeat, Grimlock transformed to robot mode and fought against his imminent [[stasis lock]] to no avail.

However, before leaving the Dynobots' ship, he had enabled a "dead man's switch", designed to take Shockwave with them if they were defeated. On entering stasis lock, this failsafe activated, firing on a nearby dormant volcano, causing an eruption which buried Shockwave and the Dynobots under ash and lava.

However, in 2006, Shockwave was discovered by a team of human archelogists. Whether he, Grimlock or the rest of the Dynobots can/will be reactivated remains to be seen.

===Universe===

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==Toys==
===Generation 1===
* '''Grimlock''' (Dinobot, 1984, 1991)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-26'''

[[Image:Grimlockg185toy.jpg|right|thumb|150px|And the debate goes on...... "Me Grimlock smartest!" ::: "No, <i>Me</i> Grimlock smartest!"]]

: Grimlock's toy was originally part of [[Takara]]'s ''[[Diaclone]]'' [[Dinosaur Robo]] series. When [[Hasbro]] imported the toy in 1985 for the Transformers line, the blue crotch was changed to red and the Diaclone driver mini-figure was dropped.

:The original Grimlock changes from a robot into a robotic T-Rex and comes with a red sword, a black double-barreled rifle, and a rocket launcher with three silver rockets.

:Grimlock was later reissued in the European/Australian-exclusive [[Classics (Euro)|Classics]] series.

* '''Grimlock''' (Classic Pretender, 1989)
[[Image:Pretender_Grimlock_toy.jpg|left|thumb|130px|Hey, Freakazoid, wanna go build a racing car?]]

: A simplified and slightly-modified version of Grimlock, he transforms into a robotic T-Rex whose tail becomes a handgun. He came with a large human [[Pretender]] shell with a rather knight-like armor theme, with a helmet and large cannon.

: His human shell looks a lot like [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ed_Asner Ed Asner] - or possibly Greg Berger.

* '''Grimlock''' (Legends, 1989)
[[Image:GrimlockLegends_toy.jpg|right|thumb|130px|The dark side is alluring. I fear this quest to find the Star Forge may lead you down an all too familiar path.]]

: A K-Mart [[exclusive]] in its Hasbro release, this version of Grimlock is simply the inner robot of his Classic Pretender form without the shell or its accessories, leaving him only his tail/gun. In Japan, he was only available in a boxed "Hero Set" with the other three Legends toys, but with a silver face rather than the Hasbro version's orange.

* '''Grimlock''' (Action Master, 1990)

: Part of the initial assortment of non-transforming [[Action Master]] figures, Grimlock's design combines his cartoon model with extra toy-based detailing. He came with the [[Anti-Tank Cannon]] "partner" machine which Grimlock could ride, or be unfolded to form a really ''big'' "long range mortar launcher."

===Generation 2===
* '''Grimlock''' (Dinobot, 1992)

: Grimlock's original toy was [[redeco]]ed for release in ''Generation 2'', this time lacking the missile launcher accessory. He was available in three different colors; the first --and rarest-- in his original silver (the easiest way to spot if this is a G2 or original is by the "Autobot" tampograph on his leg), then in a medium turquoise-blue, and finally (and most commonly) in a dark blue.

:''('''Note''': Grimlock outranked Optimus Prime in the G2 toyline! (Prime had a rank of 9.)''

===Beast Wars===
* '''Grimlock''' (Deluxe, 1997)

[[Image:BeastWarsgrimlock_toy.jpg|right|thumb|150px|[[Ben Yee]] think me Grimlock look like dalmatian... :(]]

: Beast Wars Grimlock is a [[redeco]] of [[Dinobot (BW)|Dinobot]] in gray and gold with black spots, transforming into a "raptor" of some variety. His tail becomes a sword and a rotate-blade. He was slightly [[retool]]ed to have space for an "energon chip" [[rubsign]].

: This mold is also used by [[Dinobots (toyline)|Dinobots]] [[Grimlock (Dinobots)|Grimlock]], and was retooled to make [[Dinotron (BM)|Dinotron]], [[Hardhead (BW)|Hardhead]] and [[Thrustor (BW)|Thrustor]].

===Beast Machines===
:[[T-Wrecks]] may have been intended to be a new form for Grimlock, based on the references in his tech spec bio to his ''Beast Wars'' "Attack Specialist" function and other hints. However, T-Wrecks' appearances in the ''Universe: The Wreckers'' comics suggests he is a new, unrelated character.

===Alternators===
* '''Grimlock''' (2005)

[[Image:AlternatorsGrimlock_toy.jpg|left|thumb|100px|This switch real rad (by "switch" he means from dino to car). Me Grimlock like.]]

: ''[[Alternators]]'' Grimlock transforms into a silver 1:24 scale Ford Mustang with opening doors, hood, and trunk. His engine transforms into a double-barreled gun, and he also carries an orange sword which can attach to the underside of his vehicle mode. The toy is one of the most-complained-about Alternators toys, due to its notoriously finicky transformation (with many small steps that must be performed in exactly the right order) and to several pieces which have a tendency to pop off with relatively small amounts of force.

:This mold was remolded into ''Alternators'' [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]].

===Universe===
:The [[Grimlock (Energon)|Grimlock]] toy released in ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' was originally created by Hasbro for release as a special new-mold addition for the ''Universe'' toyline and was intended to represent ''Generation 1'' Grimlock. However, it wasn't and it didn't.

===Classics===
*'''Grimlock''' (Deluxe, 2006)
[[Image:Grimlockclassicstoy.jpg|left|thumb|100px|Me Grimlock just come from Jurassic Park 4 audition.]]

: ''Classics'' Grimlock, a gray and gold ''Tyrannosaurus rex'', is a reimagined form of his original toy. His dinosaur mode's sculpt is based heavily upon [[TakaraTomy]]'s Zoids Genosaurer toy, and features articulated jaws, some neck and arm movement, posable legs and a segmented, articulated tail.

:In robot mode, his tail detaches to become a sword/whip. His bayonet blaster can be deployed in either mode, and fires a clear red projectile. Both weapons can be stored on his back when not used.

:As with most ''Classics'' toys, Grimlock features a heat-sensitive [[rubsign]], placed on the left side of the tyrannosaurus torso/his left leg.

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===Titanium Series===
*'''Grimlock''' (3" Robot Masters, 2006)
[[Image:Titanium_RM_Grimlock.jpg|right|thumb|150px|Me am greatest dancer of all!]]

: ''Titanium'' Grimlock is a non-transforming, three inch die-cast metal figurine based on his toy and comic/cartoon model. He has very limited articulation, in his neck, waist and shoulders. Grimlock is posed squatting and/or dancing.

===Attacktix===
*'''Grimlock''' (Booster, 2007)
[[Image:Attacktix_Grimlock.jpg|left|thumb|150px|Teeny weenie.]]

: '''Attacktix''' Grimlock is depicted in his ''Tyrannosarus'' mode, and has a sculpt based heavily upon his original G1 toy.

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==Footnotes==
<references/>

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

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

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Grimlock (G1)

2007-02-25T05:06:54Z

71.100.108.115: /* Generation 1 */

{{disambig3|Grimlock}}
:''Grimlock is an [[Autobot]] in [[Generation 1]] and a [[Maximal]] in the [[Beast Wars]] portion of the Generation 1 [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:Grimlockg1.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Me Grimlock draw self-portrait.]]

''"'''Grimlock''' hate [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]]. Grimlock believe leader should show strength by attacking quickly and mercilessly! Prime often reconsider or hesitate, in fear of possible casualties, both Transformer and [[ human|squishy]] -- Grimlock say that cowardice! If Grimlock were in charge, war would have been over long ago."''

Some Autobots wonder why Grimlock is even on their side. His disposition is much more suited towards the [[Decepticons]]. After all, he values power and strength over wisdom and compassion, and furthermore, he doesn't get along with any of the Autobots. It's been hypothesized that Grimlock just hates [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] more than he hates Optimus. (Which means he must hate him A LOT.)

Grimlock is the leader of the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobot]]s, a small but very close team of misfits. It's been said that anyone who enters a battle with the Dinobots usually leaves it feet-first.

:''('''Note''': Grimlock's intelligence-level differed greatly between the comic and cartoon, leading to vastly different portrayals. See the entries below for details.)''

:''Preliminary name:'' '''Tyrex'''<br>
:''French-Canadian name: '''La Menace'''<br>
:''Italian name:'''Tiran'''

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

While the Autobots remained dormant inside [[Mount St. Hilary]], the [[Ark]] detected Cybertronian life. Dispatching a probe, the Ark learned that [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] had come to Earth and was wandering the [[Savage Land]]. The Ark used data gathered from the Savage Land to convert five of the dormant Autobots into the Dinobots. They traveled to fight Shockwave, but all combatants became trapped in a tar pit. {{storylink|The Last Stand}}

Grimlock was a powerful and arrogant warrior who believed he knew best. He ascended to the post of overall Autobot leader on several occasions, growing in the process and eventually, despite their original conflict, becoming Optimus's hand-picked lieutenant and likely successor. Early on, [[Blaster]] was a major thorn in his side, deserting his command. Later, he tended to fight with the straight-laced, logical [[Prowl]].

:''('''Note''': Comic Grimlock and the other Dinobots were much more intelligent than their Cartoon counterparts. They weren't Perceptor, mind you, but they had average, functional intellects. When he first appeared in the comic Grimlock spoke normally, but later the Comic adopted the caveman-esque speech of the cartoon, though only for Grimlock himself. The other Dinobots continued to speak normally. This vocal tic was alternately portrayed as a malfunction or an intentional choice by Grimlock, but in either case, he retained his full intelligence.)''

===Animated continuity===
:''Voice Actor:'' [[Greg Berger]] (US), [[Takurō Kitagawa]] (Japan)

''(Note: In the animated series, Grimlock was more dimwitted than in most other continuities. As the series progressed, he was portrayed increasingly as a comic relief character.)''

[[Image:Grimlockskywarp.jpg|right|thumb|Mmm. Taste like chicken.]]

Cartoon Grimlock, like all the cartoon Dinobots, has a stereotypical "caveman" type personality and intellect level. They originally decide to help the Autobots, for instance, because "them have face like this on chest..." Pre-movie this lack of intelligence is usually coupled together with their great power to make them dangerous wild cards; Post-movie, however, Grimlock and the Dinobots are generally played as just plain dumb for comic relief.

When mysterious tremors shook the [[Ark|Autobot base]], [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]]'s investigation revealed strange objects behind a rock wall. After removing the wall, the Autobots found a cave full of dinosaur bones. The Autobots decided the idea of dinosaurs was interesting and researched the prehistoric beasts. Wheeljack and [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] asked Optimus Prime if they could build robot dinosaurs, and Prime agreed this was a good idea. Grimlock, [[Slag (G1)|Slag]], and [[Sludge (G1)|Sludge]] were built and unveiled to the Autobots, but the Dinobots were dimwitted and violent, and they attacked their makers. Grimlock blasted [[Teletraan I]] with his fire-breath, damaging it. Optimus Prime decreed that the Dinobots ''must be destroyed''. However, Wheeljack convinced him instead to lock them away, and the trio were herded back into the cave and buried alive.

Later, the Decepticons took over a hydroelectric plant, but when the Autobots arrived to stop them, the Autobots were defeated and captured. Wheeljack, Ratchet, and [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]], left behind at Autobot base to finish repairing Teletraan-I, decided to go against Optimus' orders and release the Dinobots, but not before upgrading their brains to be smarter and more obedient. After the Dinobots are reactivated, Wheeljack asks them to save their friends. Grimlock says he will obey... this time. They successfully attack the Decepticons and free the imprisoned Autobots. Optimus forgives Wheeljack, Ratchet, and Bumblebee for disobeying his orders and welcomes the victorious Dinobots back to the Autobots.

After a meteor surging with unknown energies struck the Earth, Optimus ordered the three Dinobots to guard it. He was so pleased with the Dinobots he asked Ratchet and Wheeljack to build two more. Meanwhile, Megatron was frustrated at the Dinobots' success, and sent [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] to probe them for potential weaknesses. Reading the Dinobots' minds, he discovered that Grimlock was arrogant and believed he would make a better leader than the weak Optimus Prime. Megatron decided to use this to his advantage, and approached them himself. He played to Grimlock's jealousy and agreed with him that the strongest should be leader. The Dinobots declared Optimus Prime their enemy.

[[Image:Grimlockapologize.jpg|left|thumb|After we stop shaking hands me am going to eat him!!!!]]

Realizing the meteorite was due to explode, Optimus left to warn the Dinobots, but they attacked him. Instead of destroying him completely, however, Grimlock carried him to the Decepticons, who had stolen the meteorite during the battle. Megatron was angry that Optimus Prime was not destroyed, and Starscream suggested that despite Grimlock's arrogance, inside he was still compassionate. This enraged Grimlock. They were interrupted by the two new Dinobots, [[Snarl (G1)|Snarl]] and [[Swoop (G1)|Swoop]], whom Megatron ordered the original three Dinobots to attack. At the climax of the battle, the meteorite exploded, but Optimus Prime pushed Grimlock out of the way, saving him. Grimlock realized the error of his ways and the Dinobots forced the Decepticons into retreat. Grimlock apologized for his jealousy.

The Decepticons joined forces with [[Sub-Atlantica]] and staged a full-scale attack on [[Washington, D.C.]]. The Autobots were overwhelmed, forcing Wheeljack to call for the Dinobots' assistance. Grimlock expressed his frustration at being called whenever the Autobots were in over their heads. With their help, the Autobots were able to overturn the Decepticons' advance and plunge the city of Sub-Atlantica, burning, into the sea. This pattern of the Autobots' dependence on the Dinobots repeated when the artificial intelligence [[TORQ III]] turned machines against mankind. With every piece of help he and his troops gave, Grimlock was never slow to add a scathing remark about the inabilities of the Autobots. That said, he was not unwilling to admit the failings of his own troops, either, and willingly took them to the time-displaced "Dinobot Island," where they trained in the wilderness and helped stop a Decepticon raid on the prehistoric paradise.

The final straw for Grimlock came when he and the Dinobots were injured in a Decepticon trap at an airfield. Enraged, Grimlock refused to take orders from Optimus Prime any more, and led the Dinobots away from the Ark. When the Autobots began to suffer from Cybertonium deficiency, Spike Witwicky and his girlfriend Carly attempted to persuade the Dinobots - who continued to function perfectly, as they had been built on Earth without Cybertonium - to steal some of the mineral from a Decepticon shipment coming in from Cybertron. Grimlock instead opted to lead the Dinobots to Cybertron itself, where they were captured by [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] and put to work in the Cybertonium mines, until Spike and Carly rescued them. Brought back to Earth, the Dinobots agreed to follow Prime's order again - until such time as Grimlock didn't feel like it.

One of the biggest life achievement of Grimlock was to be able to kick the butt of a [[unicron|deity]].

[[Image:GrimlockManga.jpg|left|200px|thumb|If he REALLY smart he know how stupid he look.]]

By the Earth year 2005, it seemed apparent that Grimlock had undergone some degree of a personality change, becoming more childish and petulant, rather than brutish and stubborn. Throughout 2006, he regularly participated in missions with his fellow Autobots rather than the other Dinobots, battling on the planets of [[Chaar]], Goo, Dredd and Eurythma. He and [[Daniel Witwicky]] were transported to the sorcerous other-dimensional realm of Menonia, where Grimlock was duped into fighting on the side of the tyrannical [[Quintesson]], the Red Wizard, and later, he helped to sniff out the "dinosaur transform static" that implicated [[Trypticon]] in the theft of world monuments. Later in the year, when Decepticon leader [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] had Cybertron infused with function-inverting anti-electrons, a dose of the particles gave Grimlock super-intelligence. During a mission to [[Unicron]]'s disembodied head, where the Autobots were outmatched by the new Decepticon [[Terrorcon (G1)|Terrorcons]], Grimlock used components of Unicron's head to construct the [[Technobot|Technobots]] to battle them. Combined as Computron, the Technobots felt they could not match the Terrorcons, until Grimlock transferred his super-intelligence into Computron, reverting to his old self and allowing the Technobots to claim victory.

Grimlock's greatest victory came when he and a large number of other Transformers with animal transformations were summoned to a world at the centre of the galaxy by the ex-assistant of the ancient genius, [[Primacron]], creator of Unicron. The assistant had assembled these "Primitive" Transformers in the hope that their simple instincts could defeat Primacron's newest creation, [[Tornedron]], but one by one they fell to him, with Grimlock apparently crushed under [[Trypticon]]. Grimlock survived, however, and followed Tornedron back to Primacron's lab. When Tornedron turned on his master, like his predecessor, Primacron's complicated plans and equations could not find a way to stop him; Grimlock, on the other hand, randomly flicked a switch which reversed Tornedron's energy polarity, undoing the damage he and done and dissipating. Dancing around over his successful saving of the universe, Grimlock decimated Primacron's lab, dubbing it the smartest thing he'd ever done

====The Headmasters====

In the year 2011, the Decepticons invaded Cybertron in full force. Grimlock was deployed by [[Wreck-Gar]] to fend off the invaders. He was seen fighting alongside his fellow Dinobots as well as the [[Throttlebot]]s against the invading Decepticons, however, they didn't fair too well against the Decepticon [[Headmaster]]s, as they were all quickly put to sleep by [[Mindwipe]]'s hypnosis attack.

===Transformers PD-Type===
[[Star Saber (G1)|Star Saber]] recruited Grimlock as backup for a duel with [[Deathsaurus (G1)|Deathsaurus]]. Grimlock became bored watching the two of them fight in the sky, but when Star Saber finally succeeded in knocking Deathsaurus to the ground, Grimlock ate his head while Star Saber looked on, pleased at the outcome of his clever plan.<ref>From the [[Transformer_PD_Type|TF-PD type]] comic [http://www.tfarchive.com/comics/japanese/superdeformed.php?dgallery_show=deformed/SDComicTrans06.jpg Me Strongest! Me Grimlock]</ref>

===''Binaltech''===
After the Dinobots were defeated and deactivated on [[Earth]], Grimlock was rebuilt using [[Binaltech]] technology to save his life. He hates his new Ford Mustang form.

===Dreamwave comics continuity===
Grimlock displays Patton like leadership rivaling Optimus Prime. He also was a traitor, and the "rebel" of the Autobots.

===Beast Wars animated continuity===
====3H ''Reaching the Omega Point'' comics====
====IDW ''Beast Wars'' comics====
[[Image:Acvra.jpg|left|thumb|150px|Give starring role, Magmatron, or me take it by force.]]
Grimlock was among the [[Axalon (BW)|Axalon]]'s protoforms when the ship crashed on Earth. When [[Razorbeast]] and [[Optimus Minor]] where attempting to "rescue" [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]] from [[Magmatron]], Grimlock showed up and acted as the perfect distraction. Grimlock and Magmatron battled. Magmatron narrowly arose as the victor by use of his triple beast modes. Grimlock was knocked out, but later helped to construct the [[Maximal]]'s new base. {{Storylink|The Gathering, Part 4}}

===IDW comics continuity===
Grimlock, and the rest of the D'''y'''nobots were a close-knit group of hunters, suffering from neither low intelligence nor Grimlock's traditional speech impairment.

After [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] destroyed a caché of Energon the Dynobots had been hoarding, causing them severe Energon burns and causing them to feel humiliated, they swore revenge. And so, against orders from Optimus Prime, they followed Shockwave when he left Cybertron to stabilize "Ultra-Energon" deposits he had sent to other worlds as a precaution against the depletion of Cybertron's own Energon reserves.

When Shockwave reached his first destination - Earth, at the end of the last Ice Age - the Dynobots destroyed his ship and took on dinosaur alternate modes with synthetic flesh coatings to protect against the high levels of Energon radiation (see also [[Beast Wars]]), Grimlock having rejected the suggestion of a mammoth alternate mode as not at all palatable (but got plenty excited at the notion of a Tyrannosaurus mode).

On transporting down to the planet's surface to confront Shockwave, they gained an initial advantage, as Shockwave's logic was unable to comprehend the effort and risks they had taken for their revenge. However, when Shockwave recognized this weakness shut down his logic processors and operated a "rage" program to enable him to operate on pure instinct, he shrugged off their attacks and beat them severely, ending by burning off their organic coatings. Unable to accept another defeat, Grimlock transformed to robot mode and fought against his imminent [[stasis lock]] to no avail.

However, before leaving the Dynobots' ship, he had enabled a "dead man's switch", designed to take Shockwave with them if they were defeated. On entering stasis lock, this failsafe activated, firing on a nearby dormant volcano, causing an eruption which buried Shockwave and the Dynobots under ash and lava.

However, in 2006, Shockwave was discovered by a team of human archelogists. Whether he, Grimlock or the rest of the Dynobots can/will be reactivated remains to be seen.

===Universe===

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==Toys==
===Generation 1===
* '''Grimlock''' (Dinobot, 1984, 1991)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-26'''

[[Image:Grimlockg185toy.jpg|right|thumb|150px|And the debate goes on...... "Me Grimlock smartest!" ::: "No, <i>Me</i> Grimlock smartest!"]]

: Grimlock's toy was originally part of [[Takara]]'s ''[[Diaclone]]'' [[Dinosaur Robo]] series. When [[Hasbro]] imported the toy in 1985 for the Transformers line, the blue crotch was changed to red and the Diaclone driver mini-figure was dropped.

:The original Grimlock changes from a robot into a robotic T-Rex and comes with a red sword, a black double-barreled rifle, and a rocket launcher with three silver rockets.

:Grimlock was later reissued in the European/Australian-exclusive [[Classics (Euro)|Classics]] series.

* '''Grimlock''' (Classic Pretender, 1989)
[[Image:Pretender_Grimlock_toy.jpg|left|thumb|130px|Hey, Freakazoid, wanna go build a racing car?]]

: A simplified and slightly-modified version of Grimlock, he transforms into a robotic T-Rex whose tail becomes a handgun. He came with a large human [[Pretender]] shell with a rather knight-like armor theme, with a helmet and large cannon.

: His human shell looks a lot like [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ed_Asner Ed Asner] - or possibly Greg Berger.

* '''Grimlock''' (Legends, 1989)
[[Image:GrimlockLegends_toy.jpg|right|thumb|130px|The dark side is alluring. I fear this quest to find the Star Forge may lead you down an all too familiar path.]]

: A K-Mart [[exclusive]] in its Hasbro release, this version of Grimlock is simply the inner robot of his Classic Pretender form without the shell or its accessories, leaving him only his tail/gun. In Japan, he was only available in a boxed "Hero Set" with the other three Legends toys, but with a silver face rather than the Hasbro version's orange.

* '''Grimlock''' (Action Master, 1990)

: Part of the initial assortment of non-transforming [[Action Master]] figures, Grimlock's design combines his cartoon model with extra toy-based detailing. He came with the [[Anti-Tank Cannon]] "partner" machine which Grimlock could ride, or be unfolded to form a really ''big'' "long range mortar launcher."

===Generation 2===
* '''Grimlock''' (Dinobot, 1992)

: Grimlock's original toy was [[redeco]]ed for release in ''Generation 2'', this time lacking the missile launcher accessory. He was available in three different colors; the first --and rarest-- in his original silver (the easiest way to spot if this is a G2 or original is by the "Autobot" tampograph on his leg), then in a medium turquoise-blue, and finally (and most commonly) in a dark blue.

:''('''Note''': Grimlock outranked Optimus Prime in the G2 toyline! (Prime had a rank of 9.)''

===Beast Wars===
* '''Grimlock''' (Deluxe, 1997)

[[Image:BeastWarsgrimlock_toy.jpg|right|thumb|150px|[[Ben Yee]] think me Grimlock look like dalmatian... :(]]

: Beast Wars Grimlock is a [[redeco]] of [[Dinobot (BW)|Dinobot]] in gray and gold with black spots, transforming into a "raptor" of some variety. His tail becomes a sword and a rotate-blade. He was slightly [[retool]]ed to have space for an "energon chip" [[rubsign]].

: This mold is also used by [[Dinobots (toyline)|Dinobots]] [[Grimlock (Dinobots)|Grimlock]], and was retooled to make [[Dinotron (BM)|Dinotron]], [[Hardhead (BW)|Hardhead]] and [[Thrustor (BW)|Thrustor]].

===Beast Machines===
:[[T-Wrecks]] may have been intended to be a new form for Grimlock, based on the references in his tech spec bio to his ''Beast Wars'' "Attack Specialist" function and other hints. However, T-Wrecks' appearances in the ''Universe: The Wreckers'' comics suggests he is a new, unrelated character.

===Alternators===
* '''Grimlock''' (2005)

[[Image:AlternatorsGrimlock_toy.jpg|left|thumb|100px|Me Grimlock burn rubber.]]

: ''[[Alternators]]'' Grimlock transforms into a silver 1:24 scale Ford Mustang with opening doors, hood, and trunk. His engine transforms into a double-barreled gun, and he also carries an orange sword which can attach to the underside of his vehicle mode. The toy is one of the most-complained-about Alternators toys, due to its notoriously finicky transformation (with many small steps that must be performed in exactly the right order) and to several pieces which have a tendency to pop off with relatively small amounts of force.

:This mold was remolded into ''Alternators'' [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]].

===Universe===
:The [[Grimlock (Energon)|Grimlock]] toy released in ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' was originally created by Hasbro for release as a special new-mold addition for the ''Universe'' toyline and was intended to represent ''Generation 1'' Grimlock. However, it wasn't and it didn't.

===Classics===
*'''Grimlock''' (Deluxe, 2006)
[[Image:Grimlockclassicstoy.jpg|left|thumb|100px|Me Grimlock just come from Jurassic Park 4 audition.]]

: ''Classics'' Grimlock, a gray and gold ''Tyrannosaurus rex'', is a reimagined form of his original toy. His dinosaur mode's sculpt is based heavily upon [[TakaraTomy]]'s Zoids Genosaurer toy, and features articulated jaws, some neck and arm movement, posable legs and a segmented, articulated tail.

:In robot mode, his tail detaches to become a sword/whip. His bayonet blaster can be deployed in either mode, and fires a clear red projectile. Both weapons can be stored on his back when not used.

:As with most ''Classics'' toys, Grimlock features a heat-sensitive [[rubsign]], placed on the left side of the tyrannosaurus torso/his left leg.

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===Titanium Series===
*'''Grimlock''' (3" Robot Masters, 2006)
[[Image:Titanium_RM_Grimlock.jpg|right|thumb|150px|Me am greatest dancer of all!]]

: ''Titanium'' Grimlock is a non-transforming, three inch die-cast metal figurine based on his toy and comic/cartoon model. He has very limited articulation, in his neck, waist and shoulders. Grimlock is posed squatting and/or dancing.

===Attacktix===
*'''Grimlock''' (Booster, 2007)
[[Image:Attacktix_Grimlock.jpg|left|thumb|150px|Teeny weenie.]]

: '''Attacktix''' Grimlock is depicted in his ''Tyrannosarus'' mode, and has a sculpt based heavily upon his original G1 toy.

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==Footnotes==
<references/>

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

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

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Trailbreaker (G1)

2007-02-25T04:59:35Z

71.100.108.115: /* Generation 1 */

:''Trailbreaker is an [[Autobot]] in the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''
[[Image:Trailbreakerg1.jpg|thumb|right|250px|I may not be fast... but I'm effective and provide soothing relief.]]

It's hard not to like '''Trailbreaker'''. He's a good humored cheerleader, always ready with a joke or comment to lighten the mood when things get dark. Sadly, Trailbreaker's joking is often a cover for his low self-esteem. His form is the most fuel consumptive of the Ark crew and his vehicle mode is very slow, as such he feels like a useless drain on their limited resources. The Autobots know better of course, Trailbreaker's good humor, bravery, and impenetrable force-field are all of great use, but convincing him of that is hard, especially when he begins to mope about his handicaps.

''Preliminary name:'' '''Guzzle'''<br>

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
It's no good. Everything's gone. Just plain ruined.

===Animated continuity===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Frank Welker]] (US), [[Ken Shiroyama]] (Japan)

Trailbreaker was part of the bridge crew of the [[Ark]] spaceship when it blasted off from Cybertron to search for new sources of energy four millions years in the past. When he was awakened in 1984, Teletraan-1 reformatted him so that his alt-mode was a terrestrial Toyota 4WD camper truck. Trailbreaker accompanied his fellow Autobots on their first mission to stop the Decepticons on Earth -- a mission that took him to an off-shore oil rig. The Decepticons plundered the rig for energon, and destroyed it, leaving it a flaming wreck that endangered its human crew. Trailbreaker used his force field to contain the fire, while [[Wheeljack]] used his built-in fire suppression systems to douse the flames.

Later, Trailbreaker served as a spy despite his stated function as defensive strategist ([[Mirage]] was apparently busy that day). He, along with the humans Sparkplug Witwicky and Spike, camped out near the Decepticon headquarters and eavesdropped on their plans to raid the ruby mines of Burma.

After that, a [[Triple Takeover|triple takeover]] by [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Astrotrain (G1)|Astrotrain]] and [[Blitzwing]] resulted in the city being flooded. Trailbreaker used his forcefield to protect himself, and a small group of Autobots from a large tidal wave.

''In storyboards for the movie, Trailbreaker's dead body is seen at the end of the Autobot City battle. This didn't make it into the final film.''

===Dreamwave comics continuity===
Trailbreaker was present under the command of [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] at the battle of [[Altihex]] the Decepticons destroyed a building full of neutral Cybertonians. Unable to save the city, the Autobots helped evacuate civilians before retreating.

When Decepticon Military Operations Commander [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] lead a force of Decepticons against the Autobot capitol of [[Iacon]], Trailbreaker was among the Autobots who defended the capitol.

When Decepticon leader [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] and Autobot leader [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] disappeared in an accident with a [[space bridge]], the Autobot and Decepticon forces splintered into smaller factions. Trailbreaker stayed with the Autobots under the leadership of [[Prowl (G1)|Prowl]]. He was part of the group of reinforcements that helped battle the giant [[Trypticon (G1)|Trypticon]].

Trailbreaker was among the Autobots who followed Optimus Prime on his mission on board the [[Ark]]. They were attacked by Megatron's ship, the [[Nemesis]]. After being boarded the Ark crash landed on [[Earth]], where all on board were preserved in emergency stasis. In 1984 a volcanic eruption awakened the Ark's computer, Teletran-I, and it repaired all on board.

Eventually the combined forces of the Autobots on Earth, and their human allies were able to capture the Decepticons. A ship called the [[Ark II]] was built to take the Cybertonians back to Cybertron, along with some human companions, but the ship exploded shortly after takeoff. The human allies were killed, but the Cybertonians were lost in the ocean, again in stasis lock.

After [[Spike Witwicky]] used a piece of the [[Matrix]] to revive Optimus Prime, Optimus traveled to the remote shoreline where he was recovered and used the Matrix to revive Jazz, Mirage, Sideswipe, Sunstreaker, Superion, Trailbreaker and Wheeljack.

Trailbreaker returned to Cybertron with Optimus Prime and most of the Autobots to face charges after Ultra Magnus informs them the war on Cybertron had ended.

===''Universe''===
[[Image:rattrap_legs.jpg|right|thumb|Gah! Someone call an exterminator!]]

Trailbreaker and fellow Autobots [[Sideswipe]], [[Sunstreaker]], [[Roulette]] and [[Shadow Striker]] arrived on the newly technorganic Cybertron roughly one year after the events of [[Beast Machines]]. They were welcomed by the surviving members of [[Optimus Primal]]'s band of [[Maximals]], including [[Rattrap]], who offered to share a vintage keg of [[Maccadam's Old Oil House|Maccadam's Old Oil]] with the Autobot veteran. Unfortunately, Trailbreaker did not have an opportunity to take Rattrap up on his offer, because immediately afterwards, he and his associates were abducted by [[Unicron]] and teleported to the [[Cauldron]]. There, they were rebuilt against their will into new bodies... except Trailbreaker, for some reason.

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
* '''Trailbreaker''' (1984)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''25'''
[[Image:G1Trailbreaker_toy.jpg|left|thumb|150px|If your vehicle mode looks just like you're uncle's truck, you might be a redneck-bot!]]

: Trailbreaker was part of the original 1984 assortment of Autobot cars released in the first series of Transformers. His mold was originally a Diaclone Toyota 4WD Hi-Lux camper truck.

: In robot mode, both of his lower arms are projectile launchers, able to load and fire either his fists or his projectiles consisting of two silver rockets and two silver 'twin blasters'.

:This mold was later [[retool]]ed to make [[Hoist (G1)|Hoist]].

===Other attempts===
There are quite a few more recent Transformers toys that were at one point in their development supposed to be a new form for (or tribute to) Trailbreaker, but so far all of these have become other characters with other names, most likely due to [[Hasbro]]'s inability to secure the trademark.

The first recent attempt was in the [[Alternators]] line, the toy that would eventually become [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] and [[Rollbar (G1)|Rollbar]]. A [[retool]] of the [[Hound (G1)|Hound]] Jeep Wrangler toy, its head is based on the original Trailbreaker cartoon model with toy-based elements.

Later, a [[redeco]] of the [[Generation 2]] [[Go-Bot (G2)|Go-Bot]] [[Motormouth (G2)|Motormouth]] was released as a Wal*Mart exlcusive under the [[Universe]] banner, a black pickup truck with the distinctive red and yellow stripes from Trailbreaker's original toy. But, ultimately, this toy would be released as [[Ironhide (Universe)|Ironhide]].

Trailbreaker's appearance in the 3H Universe comics stems from early plans to release a redeco of the [[Robots in Disguise]] [[X-Brawn]] mold as Trailbreaker as a convention exclusive.

Finally, the [[Cybertron (franchise)|Cybertron]] Autobot [[Overhaul (UT)|Overhaul]] was originally going to be called "Trailbreaker", and the head mold was to have more elements from the Generation 1 character's design. But these plans were again scrapped, but the character's upgraded form, '''Leobreaker''', retains the "breaker" portion of the name, since "Leohaul" sounds really silly.

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

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Windcharger (G1)

2007-02-25T04:54:30Z

71.100.108.115: /* Alternators */

{{disambig2|the Generation 1 Autobot|the Energon Mini-Con combiner robot|Windcharger (Energon)}}

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

[[Image:windcharger_flash.jpg|right|thumb|250px|This looks like a job for...]]

Of all the [[Ark | Ark's]] crew that crash-landed on Earth, '''Windcharger''' is unquestionably the fastest on the ground, at least for short distances. Of all [[Autobot | Autobots]] living or deactivated he is among the quickest; he can go from zero to 60 MPH virtually instantly, limited only by the traction of the surface his tires are on. Frequently, after tearing away with a neck-snapping jerk, he will just as rapidly squeal to a halt to investigate something that caught his eye, for Windcharger is impulsive, as well as impatient, both in mind and in body.

Naturally, such quick starts require a huge burst of energy from Windcharger's power systems. He can also use this energy in another way. In robot mode, he can energize his arms and make them the poles of a precisely controllable electromagnet, powerful enough to levitate ten tons of steel 700 feet away. With care, he can draw objects gently toward him or hurl them violently away. Also, as the long-suffering laws of physics dictate, this field is extremely strong near Windcharger; at close range, he can tear magnetic objects to shreds.

Unfortunately for Windcharger, his power supply, biased as it is toward a brief, heavy overload, is prone to failure if the overload is too severe or too long-lasting. Even worse, his impulsive nature makes him hardly willing to exercise the mental control he needs to avoid overusing his power. As a result, Windcharger often finds himself stumbling home, reeking of ozone and burned insulation, and needing medical attention and a nice, tall, chilled glass of dielectric oil.

''Preliminary name:'' '''Sprint'''<br>
''South American name: '''Camaro''' ''<br>
''Japanese name: '''Charger''' ''<br>
''Spanish Name: '''Rapido''' ''

==Fiction==
===Animated continuity===
'''Voice actor:''' [[John Stephenson]] (US), [[Keiichi Nanba]] (Japan)<br>

Windcharger was part of the initial crew of the [[Ark]], although his role throughout most of the wars on Earth was much more low-key than that of his fellow [[Mini Vehicles | Mini-Autbots]]. Of all the other Autobots, he seemed to be closest to [[Brawn]], judging from their excellent teamwork and friendly banter while journeying with [[Skyfire (G1)| Skyfire]] to investigate a Decepticon super-weapon in Peru. When Windcharger was injured during the battle later in that mission, Brawn was quick to swear vengeance for the small 'bot.

Though rarely given the chance to show off his impressive power over magnetism, Windcharger did manage to make use of it ''twice'' during [[Megatron (G1) | Megatron's]] attempt to bring [[Cybertron]] into Earth's orbit: first, to locate the Decepticon base for the rest of the rescue team when they were operating underground, and then again to help pull Bumblebee out of a really deep hole.

Much like his past, Windcharger's fate is something of an enigma - he was last seen among the corpses of the fallen at [[Autobot City]], but the exact circumstances of his death (and even the identity of his killer) may never be known.

===Marvel Comics continuity===

===Find Your Fate ===
====Dinobots Strike Back====

When [[Bombshell]] uses a [[Cerebro-shell]] to control the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] and send them on a violent rampage, it is up to Windcharger to use his magnetic powers to remove the shells from a distance. But how far away should he stand? If he stands too close, he may rip the Dinobots to shreds! If he stands too far away, his powers may have no effect and everyone will die. Choose, little boy, choose.

===Dreamwave Comics continuity===

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Windcharger''' (Mini Vehicle, 1984/2003)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''12'''
[[Image:G1Windcharger_toy.jpg|left|thumb|What, no face?!!]]

: Released in the first year of Transformers in the same color as its [[Microchange]] version, Wincharger transforms into a Pontiac Firebird Trans Am sports car. The Microchange toyline was meant to depict robots that turn into toy cars, which attests to the somewhat cartoonish proportions of Windcharger's Trans Am mode. This mold was also used to make [[Camaro]], and was [[retool]]ed to make [[Tailgate (G1)|Tailgate]].

: In 2003, toy company Fun4All made four different keychains, based on four of the original Generation 1 [[Mini Vehicle]] molds, Windcharger among them. This version is almost identical to the original, only it has a ring on the front bumper to attach the chain portion to. (And no face paint.) This version of the toy was [[redeco]]ed into the [[BotCon Europe]] [[exclusive]] [[Rook (TFU)|Rook]]. In Japan, all four keychains were released in blind-packed boxes, and were also made as all-black "chase" versions.

===Alternators===
*'''Windcharger''' (Alternator, 2004)
[[Image:AltWindcharger_toy.jpg|right|thumb|Who <i>am</i> [[Overdrive|I]] and what happened to [[Overdrive|my]] gun?!!]]

: Originally designed to be an updated version of the [[Omnibot]] [[Overdrive (G1)|Overdrive]], [[Hasbro]] ended up changing his name to Windcharger after being unable to obtain the trademark for Overdrive. (The toy ''was'' released as Overdrive as part of the Japanese ''Binaltech'' line, however.) He transforms into a 1:24-scale licensed Honda S2000 sports car with a removable "ragtop" roof.

: Aside from the lack of die-cast metal, the major difference between Windcharger and Overdrive is that Windcharger lacks the long drive-shaft/barrel for his engine/rifle accessory, which was even called a "shield" on the packaging. This was at the request of Honda's USA branch, who didn't like the idea of "their" toy toting a gun around.

: This mold was [[retool]]ed into [[Decepticharge (G1)|Decepticharge]], which was planned to be released in Japan as [[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackarachnia]] but ultimately scrapped.

==Trivia==
[[Image:Windcharger-COTP01.jpg|thumb|200px|"Yo, [[Kup]]." "Hey. Aren't you dead?" "Nope." "Huh. 'Kay."]]

* Windcharger makes a post-mortem appearance in the third season episode ''[[Call of the Primitives]]'' as the energy creature [[Tornedron]] attacks [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. Whether this appearance was accidental or if he "got better" (like [[Wheeljack (G1)#Victory|Wheeljack]]) is unknown.

==External Links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Windcharger/windcharger.htm Windcharger at TFU.info]

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[[Category: Autobots]]
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Windcharger (G1)

2007-02-25T04:53:19Z

71.100.108.115: /* Alternators */

{{disambig2|the Generation 1 Autobot|the Energon Mini-Con combiner robot|Windcharger (Energon)}}

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

[[Image:windcharger_flash.jpg|right|thumb|250px|This looks like a job for...]]

Of all the [[Ark | Ark's]] crew that crash-landed on Earth, '''Windcharger''' is unquestionably the fastest on the ground, at least for short distances. Of all [[Autobot | Autobots]] living or deactivated he is among the quickest; he can go from zero to 60 MPH virtually instantly, limited only by the traction of the surface his tires are on. Frequently, after tearing away with a neck-snapping jerk, he will just as rapidly squeal to a halt to investigate something that caught his eye, for Windcharger is impulsive, as well as impatient, both in mind and in body.

Naturally, such quick starts require a huge burst of energy from Windcharger's power systems. He can also use this energy in another way. In robot mode, he can energize his arms and make them the poles of a precisely controllable electromagnet, powerful enough to levitate ten tons of steel 700 feet away. With care, he can draw objects gently toward him or hurl them violently away. Also, as the long-suffering laws of physics dictate, this field is extremely strong near Windcharger; at close range, he can tear magnetic objects to shreds.

Unfortunately for Windcharger, his power supply, biased as it is toward a brief, heavy overload, is prone to failure if the overload is too severe or too long-lasting. Even worse, his impulsive nature makes him hardly willing to exercise the mental control he needs to avoid overusing his power. As a result, Windcharger often finds himself stumbling home, reeking of ozone and burned insulation, and needing medical attention and a nice, tall, chilled glass of dielectric oil.

''Preliminary name:'' '''Sprint'''<br>
''South American name: '''Camaro''' ''<br>
''Japanese name: '''Charger''' ''<br>
''Spanish Name: '''Rapido''' ''

==Fiction==
===Animated continuity===
'''Voice actor:''' [[John Stephenson]] (US), [[Keiichi Nanba]] (Japan)<br>

Windcharger was part of the initial crew of the [[Ark]], although his role throughout most of the wars on Earth was much more low-key than that of his fellow [[Mini Vehicles | Mini-Autbots]]. Of all the other Autobots, he seemed to be closest to [[Brawn]], judging from their excellent teamwork and friendly banter while journeying with [[Skyfire (G1)| Skyfire]] to investigate a Decepticon super-weapon in Peru. When Windcharger was injured during the battle later in that mission, Brawn was quick to swear vengeance for the small 'bot.

Though rarely given the chance to show off his impressive power over magnetism, Windcharger did manage to make use of it ''twice'' during [[Megatron (G1) | Megatron's]] attempt to bring [[Cybertron]] into Earth's orbit: first, to locate the Decepticon base for the rest of the rescue team when they were operating underground, and then again to help pull Bumblebee out of a really deep hole.

Much like his past, Windcharger's fate is something of an enigma - he was last seen among the corpses of the fallen at [[Autobot City]], but the exact circumstances of his death (and even the identity of his killer) may never be known.

===Marvel Comics continuity===

===Find Your Fate ===
====Dinobots Strike Back====

When [[Bombshell]] uses a [[Cerebro-shell]] to control the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] and send them on a violent rampage, it is up to Windcharger to use his magnetic powers to remove the shells from a distance. But how far away should he stand? If he stands too close, he may rip the Dinobots to shreds! If he stands too far away, his powers may have no effect and everyone will die. Choose, little boy, choose.

===Dreamwave Comics continuity===

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Windcharger''' (Mini Vehicle, 1984/2003)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''12'''
[[Image:G1Windcharger_toy.jpg|left|thumb|What, no face?!!]]

: Released in the first year of Transformers in the same color as its [[Microchange]] version, Wincharger transforms into a Pontiac Firebird Trans Am sports car. The Microchange toyline was meant to depict robots that turn into toy cars, which attests to the somewhat cartoonish proportions of Windcharger's Trans Am mode. This mold was also used to make [[Camaro]], and was [[retool]]ed to make [[Tailgate (G1)|Tailgate]].

: In 2003, toy company Fun4All made four different keychains, based on four of the original Generation 1 [[Mini Vehicle]] molds, Windcharger among them. This version is almost identical to the original, only it has a ring on the front bumper to attach the chain portion to. (And no face paint.) This version of the toy was [[redeco]]ed into the [[BotCon Europe]] [[exclusive]] [[Rook (TFU)|Rook]]. In Japan, all four keychains were released in blind-packed boxes, and were also made as all-black "chase" versions.

===Alternators===
*'''Windcharger''' (Alternator, 2004)
[[Image:AltWindcharger_toy.jpg|right|thumb|Who am [[Overdrive|I]] and what happened to [[Overdrive|my]] gun?!!]]

: Originally designed to be an updated version of the [[Omnibot]] [[Overdrive (G1)|Overdrive]], [[Hasbro]] ended up changing his name to Windcharger after being unable to obtain the trademark for Overdrive. (The toy ''was'' released as Overdrive as part of the Japanese ''Binaltech'' line, however.) He transforms into a 1:24-scale licensed Honda S2000 sports car with a removable "ragtop" roof.

: Aside from the lack of die-cast metal, the major difference between Windcharger and Overdrive is that Windcharger lacks the long drive-shaft/barrel for his engine/rifle accessory, which was even called a "shield" on the packaging. This was at the request of Honda's USA branch, who didn't like the idea of "their" toy toting a gun around.

: This mold was [[retool]]ed into [[Decepticharge (G1)|Decepticharge]], which was planned to be released in Japan as [[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackarachnia]] but ultimately scrapped.

==Trivia==
[[Image:Windcharger-COTP01.jpg|thumb|200px|"Yo, [[Kup]]." "Hey. Aren't you dead?" "Nope." "Huh. 'Kay."]]

* Windcharger makes a post-mortem appearance in the third season episode ''[[Call of the Primitives]]'' as the energy creature [[Tornedron]] attacks [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. Whether this appearance was accidental or if he "got better" (like [[Wheeljack (G1)#Victory|Wheeljack]]) is unknown.

==External Links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Windcharger/windcharger.htm Windcharger at TFU.info]

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[[Category: Autobots]]
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Windcharger (G1)

2007-02-25T04:52:20Z

71.100.108.115: /* Alternators */

{{disambig2|the Generation 1 Autobot|the Energon Mini-Con combiner robot|Windcharger (Energon)}}

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

[[Image:windcharger_flash.jpg|right|thumb|250px|This looks like a job for...]]

Of all the [[Ark | Ark's]] crew that crash-landed on Earth, '''Windcharger''' is unquestionably the fastest on the ground, at least for short distances. Of all [[Autobot | Autobots]] living or deactivated he is among the quickest; he can go from zero to 60 MPH virtually instantly, limited only by the traction of the surface his tires are on. Frequently, after tearing away with a neck-snapping jerk, he will just as rapidly squeal to a halt to investigate something that caught his eye, for Windcharger is impulsive, as well as impatient, both in mind and in body.

Naturally, such quick starts require a huge burst of energy from Windcharger's power systems. He can also use this energy in another way. In robot mode, he can energize his arms and make them the poles of a precisely controllable electromagnet, powerful enough to levitate ten tons of steel 700 feet away. With care, he can draw objects gently toward him or hurl them violently away. Also, as the long-suffering laws of physics dictate, this field is extremely strong near Windcharger; at close range, he can tear magnetic objects to shreds.

Unfortunately for Windcharger, his power supply, biased as it is toward a brief, heavy overload, is prone to failure if the overload is too severe or too long-lasting. Even worse, his impulsive nature makes him hardly willing to exercise the mental control he needs to avoid overusing his power. As a result, Windcharger often finds himself stumbling home, reeking of ozone and burned insulation, and needing medical attention and a nice, tall, chilled glass of dielectric oil.

''Preliminary name:'' '''Sprint'''<br>
''South American name: '''Camaro''' ''<br>
''Japanese name: '''Charger''' ''<br>
''Spanish Name: '''Rapido''' ''

==Fiction==
===Animated continuity===
'''Voice actor:''' [[John Stephenson]] (US), [[Keiichi Nanba]] (Japan)<br>

Windcharger was part of the initial crew of the [[Ark]], although his role throughout most of the wars on Earth was much more low-key than that of his fellow [[Mini Vehicles | Mini-Autbots]]. Of all the other Autobots, he seemed to be closest to [[Brawn]], judging from their excellent teamwork and friendly banter while journeying with [[Skyfire (G1)| Skyfire]] to investigate a Decepticon super-weapon in Peru. When Windcharger was injured during the battle later in that mission, Brawn was quick to swear vengeance for the small 'bot.

Though rarely given the chance to show off his impressive power over magnetism, Windcharger did manage to make use of it ''twice'' during [[Megatron (G1) | Megatron's]] attempt to bring [[Cybertron]] into Earth's orbit: first, to locate the Decepticon base for the rest of the rescue team when they were operating underground, and then again to help pull Bumblebee out of a really deep hole.

Much like his past, Windcharger's fate is something of an enigma - he was last seen among the corpses of the fallen at [[Autobot City]], but the exact circumstances of his death (and even the identity of his killer) may never be known.

===Marvel Comics continuity===

===Find Your Fate ===
====Dinobots Strike Back====

When [[Bombshell]] uses a [[Cerebro-shell]] to control the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] and send them on a violent rampage, it is up to Windcharger to use his magnetic powers to remove the shells from a distance. But how far away should he stand? If he stands too close, he may rip the Dinobots to shreds! If he stands too far away, his powers may have no effect and everyone will die. Choose, little boy, choose.

===Dreamwave Comics continuity===

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Windcharger''' (Mini Vehicle, 1984/2003)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''12'''
[[Image:G1Windcharger_toy.jpg|left|thumb|What, no face?!!]]

: Released in the first year of Transformers in the same color as its [[Microchange]] version, Wincharger transforms into a Pontiac Firebird Trans Am sports car. The Microchange toyline was meant to depict robots that turn into toy cars, which attests to the somewhat cartoonish proportions of Windcharger's Trans Am mode. This mold was also used to make [[Camaro]], and was [[retool]]ed to make [[Tailgate (G1)|Tailgate]].

: In 2003, toy company Fun4All made four different keychains, based on four of the original Generation 1 [[Mini Vehicle]] molds, Windcharger among them. This version is almost identical to the original, only it has a ring on the front bumper to attach the chain portion to. (And no face paint.) This version of the toy was [[redeco]]ed into the [[BotCon Europe]] [[exclusive]] [[Rook (TFU)|Rook]]. In Japan, all four keychains were released in blind-packed boxes, and were also made as all-black "chase" versions.

===Alternators===
*'''Windcharger''' (Alternator, 2004)
[[Image:AltWindcharger_toy.jpg|right|thumb|Who am <b>[[Overdrive|I]]</b> and what happened to my gun?!!]]

: Originally designed to be an updated version of the [[Omnibot]] [[Overdrive (G1)|Overdrive]], [[Hasbro]] ended up changing his name to Windcharger after being unable to obtain the trademark for Overdrive. (The toy ''was'' released as Overdrive as part of the Japanese ''Binaltech'' line, however.) He transforms into a 1:24-scale licensed Honda S2000 sports car with a removable "ragtop" roof.

: Aside from the lack of die-cast metal, the major difference between Windcharger and Overdrive is that Windcharger lacks the long drive-shaft/barrel for his engine/rifle accessory, which was even called a "shield" on the packaging. This was at the request of Honda's USA branch, who didn't like the idea of "their" toy toting a gun around.

: This mold was [[retool]]ed into [[Decepticharge (G1)|Decepticharge]], which was planned to be released in Japan as [[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackarachnia]] but ultimately scrapped.

==Trivia==
[[Image:Windcharger-COTP01.jpg|thumb|200px|"Yo, [[Kup]]." "Hey. Aren't you dead?" "Nope." "Huh. 'Kay."]]

* Windcharger makes a post-mortem appearance in the third season episode ''[[Call of the Primitives]]'' as the energy creature [[Tornedron]] attacks [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. Whether this appearance was accidental or if he "got better" (like [[Wheeljack (G1)#Victory|Wheeljack]]) is unknown.

==External Links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Windcharger/windcharger.htm Windcharger at TFU.info]

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[[Category: Alternators]]
[[Category: Autobots]]
[[Category: Mini Vehicles]]<div id="wikia-credits"><br /><br /><small>From [http://transformers.wikia.com Teletraan I: The Transformers Wiki], a [http://www.wikia.com Wikia] wiki.</small></div>

Windcharger (G1)

2007-02-25T04:51:40Z

71.100.108.115: /* Alternators */

{{disambig2|the Generation 1 Autobot|the Energon Mini-Con combiner robot|Windcharger (Energon)}}

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

[[Image:windcharger_flash.jpg|right|thumb|250px|This looks like a job for...]]

Of all the [[Ark | Ark's]] crew that crash-landed on Earth, '''Windcharger''' is unquestionably the fastest on the ground, at least for short distances. Of all [[Autobot | Autobots]] living or deactivated he is among the quickest; he can go from zero to 60 MPH virtually instantly, limited only by the traction of the surface his tires are on. Frequently, after tearing away with a neck-snapping jerk, he will just as rapidly squeal to a halt to investigate something that caught his eye, for Windcharger is impulsive, as well as impatient, both in mind and in body.

Naturally, such quick starts require a huge burst of energy from Windcharger's power systems. He can also use this energy in another way. In robot mode, he can energize his arms and make them the poles of a precisely controllable electromagnet, powerful enough to levitate ten tons of steel 700 feet away. With care, he can draw objects gently toward him or hurl them violently away. Also, as the long-suffering laws of physics dictate, this field is extremely strong near Windcharger; at close range, he can tear magnetic objects to shreds.

Unfortunately for Windcharger, his power supply, biased as it is toward a brief, heavy overload, is prone to failure if the overload is too severe or too long-lasting. Even worse, his impulsive nature makes him hardly willing to exercise the mental control he needs to avoid overusing his power. As a result, Windcharger often finds himself stumbling home, reeking of ozone and burned insulation, and needing medical attention and a nice, tall, chilled glass of dielectric oil.

''Preliminary name:'' '''Sprint'''<br>
''South American name: '''Camaro''' ''<br>
''Japanese name: '''Charger''' ''<br>
''Spanish Name: '''Rapido''' ''

==Fiction==
===Animated continuity===
'''Voice actor:''' [[John Stephenson]] (US), [[Keiichi Nanba]] (Japan)<br>

Windcharger was part of the initial crew of the [[Ark]], although his role throughout most of the wars on Earth was much more low-key than that of his fellow [[Mini Vehicles | Mini-Autbots]]. Of all the other Autobots, he seemed to be closest to [[Brawn]], judging from their excellent teamwork and friendly banter while journeying with [[Skyfire (G1)| Skyfire]] to investigate a Decepticon super-weapon in Peru. When Windcharger was injured during the battle later in that mission, Brawn was quick to swear vengeance for the small 'bot.

Though rarely given the chance to show off his impressive power over magnetism, Windcharger did manage to make use of it ''twice'' during [[Megatron (G1) | Megatron's]] attempt to bring [[Cybertron]] into Earth's orbit: first, to locate the Decepticon base for the rest of the rescue team when they were operating underground, and then again to help pull Bumblebee out of a really deep hole.

Much like his past, Windcharger's fate is something of an enigma - he was last seen among the corpses of the fallen at [[Autobot City]], but the exact circumstances of his death (and even the identity of his killer) may never be known.

===Marvel Comics continuity===

===Find Your Fate ===
====Dinobots Strike Back====

When [[Bombshell]] uses a [[Cerebro-shell]] to control the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] and send them on a violent rampage, it is up to Windcharger to use his magnetic powers to remove the shells from a distance. But how far away should he stand? If he stands too close, he may rip the Dinobots to shreds! If he stands too far away, his powers may have no effect and everyone will die. Choose, little boy, choose.

===Dreamwave Comics continuity===

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Windcharger''' (Mini Vehicle, 1984/2003)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''12'''
[[Image:G1Windcharger_toy.jpg|left|thumb|What, no face?!!]]

: Released in the first year of Transformers in the same color as its [[Microchange]] version, Wincharger transforms into a Pontiac Firebird Trans Am sports car. The Microchange toyline was meant to depict robots that turn into toy cars, which attests to the somewhat cartoonish proportions of Windcharger's Trans Am mode. This mold was also used to make [[Camaro]], and was [[retool]]ed to make [[Tailgate (G1)|Tailgate]].

: In 2003, toy company Fun4All made four different keychains, based on four of the original Generation 1 [[Mini Vehicle]] molds, Windcharger among them. This version is almost identical to the original, only it has a ring on the front bumper to attach the chain portion to. (And no face paint.) This version of the toy was [[redeco]]ed into the [[BotCon Europe]] [[exclusive]] [[Rook (TFU)|Rook]]. In Japan, all four keychains were released in blind-packed boxes, and were also made as all-black "chase" versions.

===Alternators===
*'''Windcharger''' (Alternator, 2004)
[[Image:AltWindcharger_toy.jpg|right|thumb|Who am [[Overdrive|I]] and what happened to my gun?!!]]

: Originally designed to be an updated version of the [[Omnibot]] [[Overdrive (G1)|Overdrive]], [[Hasbro]] ended up changing his name to Windcharger after being unable to obtain the trademark for Overdrive. (The toy ''was'' released as Overdrive as part of the Japanese ''Binaltech'' line, however.) He transforms into a 1:24-scale licensed Honda S2000 sports car with a removable "ragtop" roof.

: Aside from the lack of die-cast metal, the major difference between Windcharger and Overdrive is that Windcharger lacks the long drive-shaft/barrel for his engine/rifle accessory, which was even called a "shield" on the packaging. This was at the request of Honda's USA branch, who didn't like the idea of "their" toy toting a gun around.

: This mold was [[retool]]ed into [[Decepticharge (G1)|Decepticharge]], which was planned to be released in Japan as [[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackarachnia]] but ultimately scrapped.

==Trivia==
[[Image:Windcharger-COTP01.jpg|thumb|200px|"Yo, [[Kup]]." "Hey. Aren't you dead?" "Nope." "Huh. 'Kay."]]

* Windcharger makes a post-mortem appearance in the third season episode ''[[Call of the Primitives]]'' as the energy creature [[Tornedron]] attacks [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. Whether this appearance was accidental or if he "got better" (like [[Wheeljack (G1)#Victory|Wheeljack]]) is unknown.

==External Links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Windcharger/windcharger.htm Windcharger at TFU.info]

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Windcharger (G1)

2007-02-25T04:49:42Z

71.100.108.115: /* Generation 1 */

{{disambig2|the Generation 1 Autobot|the Energon Mini-Con combiner robot|Windcharger (Energon)}}

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

[[Image:windcharger_flash.jpg|right|thumb|250px|This looks like a job for...]]

Of all the [[Ark | Ark's]] crew that crash-landed on Earth, '''Windcharger''' is unquestionably the fastest on the ground, at least for short distances. Of all [[Autobot | Autobots]] living or deactivated he is among the quickest; he can go from zero to 60 MPH virtually instantly, limited only by the traction of the surface his tires are on. Frequently, after tearing away with a neck-snapping jerk, he will just as rapidly squeal to a halt to investigate something that caught his eye, for Windcharger is impulsive, as well as impatient, both in mind and in body.

Naturally, such quick starts require a huge burst of energy from Windcharger's power systems. He can also use this energy in another way. In robot mode, he can energize his arms and make them the poles of a precisely controllable electromagnet, powerful enough to levitate ten tons of steel 700 feet away. With care, he can draw objects gently toward him or hurl them violently away. Also, as the long-suffering laws of physics dictate, this field is extremely strong near Windcharger; at close range, he can tear magnetic objects to shreds.

Unfortunately for Windcharger, his power supply, biased as it is toward a brief, heavy overload, is prone to failure if the overload is too severe or too long-lasting. Even worse, his impulsive nature makes him hardly willing to exercise the mental control he needs to avoid overusing his power. As a result, Windcharger often finds himself stumbling home, reeking of ozone and burned insulation, and needing medical attention and a nice, tall, chilled glass of dielectric oil.

''Preliminary name:'' '''Sprint'''<br>
''South American name: '''Camaro''' ''<br>
''Japanese name: '''Charger''' ''<br>
''Spanish Name: '''Rapido''' ''

==Fiction==
===Animated continuity===
'''Voice actor:''' [[John Stephenson]] (US), [[Keiichi Nanba]] (Japan)<br>

Windcharger was part of the initial crew of the [[Ark]], although his role throughout most of the wars on Earth was much more low-key than that of his fellow [[Mini Vehicles | Mini-Autbots]]. Of all the other Autobots, he seemed to be closest to [[Brawn]], judging from their excellent teamwork and friendly banter while journeying with [[Skyfire (G1)| Skyfire]] to investigate a Decepticon super-weapon in Peru. When Windcharger was injured during the battle later in that mission, Brawn was quick to swear vengeance for the small 'bot.

Though rarely given the chance to show off his impressive power over magnetism, Windcharger did manage to make use of it ''twice'' during [[Megatron (G1) | Megatron's]] attempt to bring [[Cybertron]] into Earth's orbit: first, to locate the Decepticon base for the rest of the rescue team when they were operating underground, and then again to help pull Bumblebee out of a really deep hole.

Much like his past, Windcharger's fate is something of an enigma - he was last seen among the corpses of the fallen at [[Autobot City]], but the exact circumstances of his death (and even the identity of his killer) may never be known.

===Marvel Comics continuity===

===Find Your Fate ===
====Dinobots Strike Back====

When [[Bombshell]] uses a [[Cerebro-shell]] to control the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] and send them on a violent rampage, it is up to Windcharger to use his magnetic powers to remove the shells from a distance. But how far away should he stand? If he stands too close, he may rip the Dinobots to shreds! If he stands too far away, his powers may have no effect and everyone will die. Choose, little boy, choose.

===Dreamwave Comics continuity===

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Windcharger''' (Mini Vehicle, 1984/2003)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''12'''
[[Image:G1Windcharger_toy.jpg|left|thumb|What, no face?!!]]

: Released in the first year of Transformers in the same color as its [[Microchange]] version, Wincharger transforms into a Pontiac Firebird Trans Am sports car. The Microchange toyline was meant to depict robots that turn into toy cars, which attests to the somewhat cartoonish proportions of Windcharger's Trans Am mode. This mold was also used to make [[Camaro]], and was [[retool]]ed to make [[Tailgate (G1)|Tailgate]].

: In 2003, toy company Fun4All made four different keychains, based on four of the original Generation 1 [[Mini Vehicle]] molds, Windcharger among them. This version is almost identical to the original, only it has a ring on the front bumper to attach the chain portion to. (And no face paint.) This version of the toy was [[redeco]]ed into the [[BotCon Europe]] [[exclusive]] [[Rook (TFU)|Rook]]. In Japan, all four keychains were released in blind-packed boxes, and were also made as all-black "chase" versions.

===Alternators===
*'''Windcharger''' (Alternator, 2004)
[[Image:AltWindcharger_toy.jpg|right|thumb|Where the hell's my gun, Honda?!?]]

: Originally designed to be an updated version of the [[Omnibot]] [[Overdrive (G1)|Overdrive]], [[Hasbro]] ended up changing his name to Windcharger after being unable to obtain the trademark for Overdrive. (The toy ''was'' released as Overdrive as part of the Japanese ''Binaltech'' line, however.) He transforms into a 1:24-scale licensed Honda S2000 sports car with a removable "ragtop" roof.

: Aside from the lack of die-cast metal, the major difference between Windcharger and Overdrive is that Windcharger lacks the long drive-shaft/barrel for his engine/rifle accessory, which was even called a "shield" on the packaging. This was at the request of Honda's USA branch, who didn't like the idea of "their" toy toting a gun around.

: This mold was [[retool]]ed into [[Decepticharge (G1)|Decepticharge]], which was planned to be released in Japan as [[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackarachnia]] but ultimately scrapped.

==Trivia==
[[Image:Windcharger-COTP01.jpg|thumb|200px|"Yo, [[Kup]]." "Hey. Aren't you dead?" "Nope." "Huh. 'Kay."]]

* Windcharger makes a post-mortem appearance in the third season episode ''[[Call of the Primitives]]'' as the energy creature [[Tornedron]] attacks [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. Whether this appearance was accidental or if he "got better" (like [[Wheeljack (G1)#Victory|Wheeljack]]) is unknown.

==External Links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Windcharger/windcharger.htm Windcharger at TFU.info]

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Prowl (G1)

2007-02-25T04:41:12Z

71.100.108.115: /* Smallest Transformers */

{{disambig3|Prowl}}

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

[[Image:Prowlg1.jpg|thumb|right|300px|You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say or do can and will be used against you in a court of law.]]

'''Prowl''' is the Autobot military strategist. As such, Autobot Commander [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] will keep Prowl near at hand for his indispensable expertise. He does not react well to the unsuspected and despises disorder. He believes his dedication to logic and rational thought puts him next in line for Optimus Prime's job and dreams of making grand speeches -- even though in reality he's stoic and uncharismatic.

He really doesn't tend to get along well with his fellow Autobots, many of whom find his strict adherence to military protocol stifling, and his uptight personality sure doesn't help matters. The [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobot]] commander [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] ''especially'' honks Prowl off, and Grimlock feels pretty much the same way in return, only with more swear words.

A possible alternate-universe version of Prowl is active during the ''[[Universe]]'' conflict.

''Spanish name:'' '''Cervo'''<br>
''Italian name:'' '''Pantera'''

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

===Animated continuity===
''Voice actor:'' [[Michael Bell]] (US), [[Toshirō Ishii]] (Japan)<br>

Prowl was part of the crew of the ''[[Ark]]'', the Autobot starship that left Cyberton looking for alternate sources of energy only to crashland on Earth. Four million years later, the Transformers were reawakened and reformatted by Teletraan-1. Despite being situated in the United States, Prowl was reformatted as a Japanese police car. No one seemed to notice.

On Earth, Prowl continued to serve as [[Optimus Prime]]'s right hand man, filling the role of military advisor and strategist. His precision thinking and by-the-books planning served as a valuable counterpoint to Jazz's more improvisational style, and it was up to Optimus Prime to weigh their views and come to a decision.

During an attack against Decepticons, Prowl's battle computer was knocked offline by a particularly fierce blow. Crippled, Prowl extended his antenna to seek out an online computer that he could patch into. He found [[Chip Chase]]'s desktop terminal, and the young human ally momentarily took control of Prowl, animating the massive Autobot warrior with his computer.

Prowl met his maker in the year 2005, alongside fellow Autobots [[Ironhide (G1)|Ironhide]], [[Brawn]] and [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]]. During a [[Decepticon]] assault of a shuttle run to earth from Moonbase One for energon. He was felled by a single blast from [[Scavenger (G1)|Scavenger]], proving that a stylish leap when you fire your gun is all that was needed for Decepticon weapons to actually kill someone.

===Headmasters cartoon===
Prowl appears as an extra on Earth, even though he died in the movie ten years or so previously.

''('''Note''': Prowl's revival can be chalked up to error, especially since [[The Transformers: The Movie (1986)|the Movie]] did not actually reach Japan until many years later.)''

===Kid Stuff Talking Story Books===
'''Voice actor: Unknown'''

:''"OUR MISSILES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1!"''

===Dreamwave comics continuity===

===IDW comics continuity===

Prowl is the leader of a detachment of Autobots that has operated covertly on Earth for at least four years, attempting to foil a Decepticon insurgency. He almost throws [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] in the brig for breaking cover to rescue three humans from the Decepticons, and subsequently refuses to contact Optimus Prime until further evidence of enemy activities is uncovered. He does not willingly believe Ratchet when the medic tells him that the Decepticons have stepped up their presence by constructing a second base.

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
* '''Prowl''' (Autobot Car, 1984/1985/1990/2002/2003)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''09''', '''TFC-02'''
[[Image:G1Prowl_toy.jpg|left|thumb|I ain't fallin' for no banana in the tailpipe...]]

: Prowl was part of the first series of Autobots released in 1984, reusing a mold originally developed for a ''[[Diaclone]]'' Datsun Fairlady Z (280 ZX) police car, with his decals altered to remove the "Diaclone" marks. (The European "[[Classics (1990)|Classic Heroes]]" re-release retained the ''Diaclone'' stickers, for unknown reasons).

: In 1985, Mexico imported ''Transformers'', but there were some notable changes on numerous toys. Prowl's helmet, arms, and boots turned black, plus his "POLICE" decals became "POLICIA". There was also a wide running change (or just factory error) that left out the black paint on his car hood.

[[Image:Prowl-Mexico.jpg|right|thumb|150px|Policia]]

: In 2002, Prowl was re-released as part of the [[Transformers Collection]] series in Japan. This version has slightly-altered decals, and fully-functional spring-loaded missile launchers.

: In 2003, Prowl was released as part of the Toys "R" Us [[exclusive]] "[[Commemorative Series]]" line in the US. This version of Prowl uses a softer , unchromed black plastic for his rifle and missiles owing to [[for safety reasons|breakage issues]], plus his launchers are completely non-firing. He uses the same decals as the Japanese "bookbox" release.

: The same mold was used for [[Bluestreak]] and [[Smokescreen (G1)|Smokescreen]].

* '''Prowl''' (Action Master Blaster, 1990)

: A non-transforming action figure, [[Action Master]] Prowl is modeled after his cartoon model with a few toy-based liberties taken. He came with his [[Turbo Cycle]] vehicle, though the main figure was comatible with all other Action Master vehciles and weapons.

===Machine Wars===
* '''Prowl''' (Basic, 1997)
[[Image:Mwprowl.jpg|right|thumb|Do you have any idea how fast you were going?]]

: Sharing a mold with ''[[Machine Wars]]'' [[Mirage (G1)|Mirage]], Prowl transforms into a Formula-1 race car, and converts to robot mode with a spring-loaded, one-step transformation. His rifle-halves store in his legs in car mode. He --and the entire ''Machine Wars'' line-- was available only at Kay-Bee stores.

: Prowl's usual function is strategist, but, in an ironic twist, in this first non-police car form he's described as chief of security.

: This mold was also used to make ''[[Robots in Disguise]]'' [[Skid-Z (RID)|Skid-Z]].

===Smallest Transformers===
* '''Prowl''' (2003)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''GTF-09'''
[[Image:STF_Prowl.jpg|left|thumb|Mini cop]]

: Released in Wave 2 of Smallest Transformers, STF Prowl is the smallest possible transforming toy based upon the original Prowl toy. He faithfully repoduces the transformation sequence for the most part, but due to parts-cost limitations, he has little articulation, his legs cannot seperate and his wheels do not roll.

{{-}}

===Alternators===
* '''Prowl''' (Alternator, 2005/2006)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''BT-15'''
[[Image:AlternatorsProwl.jpg|right|thumb|200px|You better get a lawyer son...]]

: ''[[Alternators]]'' Prowl transforms into a 1:24-scale Acura RSX car with police lights, opening doors, hood and trunk. His engine becomes a (non-firing) gun, while a clear-plastic nightstick is hidden under his car-mode rear section. He was among the last of the "red box" Alternators, but was included in new "white box" assortments in 2006.

: For his standard Japanse ''Binaltech'' release, Prowl got a different vehicle mode deco based on a real Japanese police car (the [[Hasbro]] version's deco being based more on the original [[Generation 1]] toy), a different spoiler mold, and gray plastic instead of stony-blue. He was also labeled as a "Honda Integra Type-R", the model's make in Japan.

: Like [[Jazz]], Prowl got two different decos released in equal numbers. The second version is a civilian version with a different spoiler (different even from the [[Hasbro]] Prowl), no police lights, and a solid blue car-shell. His robot-mode parts remained the same color, however.

[[Image:BinaltechProwl.jpg|left|thumb|200px|... you better get a real good one.]]

: This mold (the Japanese blue Prowl variant, at least) was used to make ''Alternators'' [[Camshaft]].

: The [[Hasbro]] version of Prowl, using the Hasbro red box packaging, was supposed to have been released in Japan as an exclusive to a satellite TV provider. The only notable difference from the Hasbro version was the "Satellite Patrol" markings on his doors. It is unknown if this toy was ever actually released, however.

{{-}}

===Universe===
*'''Prowl''' (Autobot, 2005)

: A redeco of the ''Robots in Disguise'' [[Prowl (RID)|Prowl 2]] mold, ''[[Universe]]'' Prowl transforms into a Chevrolet Caprice police car with through-axle construction for super-speedy rolling on smooth surfaces. His gun hides as his car mode's tailpipe. Originally only available at Kay-Bee stores in packaging with no sub-line markings, his entire assorment was later repackaged under the ''Universe'' banner and sold through "dollar store" chains like Family Dollar.

===Attacktix===
*'''Prowl''' (Booster, 2007)
[[Image:Tf2-16-400.jpg|left|thumb|150px|I got a big.... gun.]]

: Introduced in Series 2 of [[Attacktix]], Prowl is a Captain class unit with the special ability to stun an opposing player unit. His sculpt is based upon his G1 cartoon model with some additional details. His weapon is a '''hugely''' oversized version of his rifle, capable of firing a large silver projectile.

{{-}}

==Trivia==
* Prowl's ''Diaclone'' precedessor also came with additional optional stickers that would identify him as being part of the police forces from existing Japanese cities, namely "Tokyo City", "Sapporo City", "Sendai City", "Osaka City" and "Fukuoka City".

* The original ''Transformers'' instructions booklet shows a visible Japanese label sheet complete with the Imperial chrysanthemum emblem found on Japanese police cars, which did not make it to final product.

* ''Machine Wars'' Prowl's card-art is actually an altered version of the art for the ''[[Generation 2]]'' [[Laser Rod]] [[Jolt (G1)|Jolt]].

* At [[OTFCC 2004]] Hasbro stated that there was no Prowl Alternator in the works, but some other emergency vehicle (which got a chorus of boos). When no non-Prowl emergency vehicle appeared, suspicions arose, and fans speculated that the Prowl mold was originally intended to be [[Red Alert (G1)|Red Alert]]. The Alternator's general transformation scheme is reminiscent of the Red Alert mold, but that holds little water in the world of Alternators. Later, a listing for "''Alternators'' Red Alert" appeared on Hasbro's web site, with Prowl's image, seemingly confirming the theory. Careful study of his control art in the ''Binaltech'' version's booklet also reveals that the Prowl head appears to have been digitally added onto the original line-art, due to differing line-thickness.

==External links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Prowl/prowl.htm Prowl on TFU.info]

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Prowl (G1)

2007-02-25T04:40:21Z

71.100.108.115: /* Generation 1 */

{{disambig3|Prowl}}

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

[[Image:Prowlg1.jpg|thumb|right|300px|You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say or do can and will be used against you in a court of law.]]

'''Prowl''' is the Autobot military strategist. As such, Autobot Commander [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] will keep Prowl near at hand for his indispensable expertise. He does not react well to the unsuspected and despises disorder. He believes his dedication to logic and rational thought puts him next in line for Optimus Prime's job and dreams of making grand speeches -- even though in reality he's stoic and uncharismatic.

He really doesn't tend to get along well with his fellow Autobots, many of whom find his strict adherence to military protocol stifling, and his uptight personality sure doesn't help matters. The [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobot]] commander [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] ''especially'' honks Prowl off, and Grimlock feels pretty much the same way in return, only with more swear words.

A possible alternate-universe version of Prowl is active during the ''[[Universe]]'' conflict.

''Spanish name:'' '''Cervo'''<br>
''Italian name:'' '''Pantera'''

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

===Animated continuity===
''Voice actor:'' [[Michael Bell]] (US), [[Toshirō Ishii]] (Japan)<br>

Prowl was part of the crew of the ''[[Ark]]'', the Autobot starship that left Cyberton looking for alternate sources of energy only to crashland on Earth. Four million years later, the Transformers were reawakened and reformatted by Teletraan-1. Despite being situated in the United States, Prowl was reformatted as a Japanese police car. No one seemed to notice.

On Earth, Prowl continued to serve as [[Optimus Prime]]'s right hand man, filling the role of military advisor and strategist. His precision thinking and by-the-books planning served as a valuable counterpoint to Jazz's more improvisational style, and it was up to Optimus Prime to weigh their views and come to a decision.

During an attack against Decepticons, Prowl's battle computer was knocked offline by a particularly fierce blow. Crippled, Prowl extended his antenna to seek out an online computer that he could patch into. He found [[Chip Chase]]'s desktop terminal, and the young human ally momentarily took control of Prowl, animating the massive Autobot warrior with his computer.

Prowl met his maker in the year 2005, alongside fellow Autobots [[Ironhide (G1)|Ironhide]], [[Brawn]] and [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]]. During a [[Decepticon]] assault of a shuttle run to earth from Moonbase One for energon. He was felled by a single blast from [[Scavenger (G1)|Scavenger]], proving that a stylish leap when you fire your gun is all that was needed for Decepticon weapons to actually kill someone.

===Headmasters cartoon===
Prowl appears as an extra on Earth, even though he died in the movie ten years or so previously.

''('''Note''': Prowl's revival can be chalked up to error, especially since [[The Transformers: The Movie (1986)|the Movie]] did not actually reach Japan until many years later.)''

===Kid Stuff Talking Story Books===
'''Voice actor: Unknown'''

:''"OUR MISSILES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1!"''

===Dreamwave comics continuity===

===IDW comics continuity===

Prowl is the leader of a detachment of Autobots that has operated covertly on Earth for at least four years, attempting to foil a Decepticon insurgency. He almost throws [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] in the brig for breaking cover to rescue three humans from the Decepticons, and subsequently refuses to contact Optimus Prime until further evidence of enemy activities is uncovered. He does not willingly believe Ratchet when the medic tells him that the Decepticons have stepped up their presence by constructing a second base.

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
* '''Prowl''' (Autobot Car, 1984/1985/1990/2002/2003)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''09''', '''TFC-02'''
[[Image:G1Prowl_toy.jpg|left|thumb|I ain't fallin' for no banana in the tailpipe...]]

: Prowl was part of the first series of Autobots released in 1984, reusing a mold originally developed for a ''[[Diaclone]]'' Datsun Fairlady Z (280 ZX) police car, with his decals altered to remove the "Diaclone" marks. (The European "[[Classics (1990)|Classic Heroes]]" re-release retained the ''Diaclone'' stickers, for unknown reasons).

: In 1985, Mexico imported ''Transformers'', but there were some notable changes on numerous toys. Prowl's helmet, arms, and boots turned black, plus his "POLICE" decals became "POLICIA". There was also a wide running change (or just factory error) that left out the black paint on his car hood.

[[Image:Prowl-Mexico.jpg|right|thumb|150px|Policia]]

: In 2002, Prowl was re-released as part of the [[Transformers Collection]] series in Japan. This version has slightly-altered decals, and fully-functional spring-loaded missile launchers.

: In 2003, Prowl was released as part of the Toys "R" Us [[exclusive]] "[[Commemorative Series]]" line in the US. This version of Prowl uses a softer , unchromed black plastic for his rifle and missiles owing to [[for safety reasons|breakage issues]], plus his launchers are completely non-firing. He uses the same decals as the Japanese "bookbox" release.

: The same mold was used for [[Bluestreak]] and [[Smokescreen (G1)|Smokescreen]].

* '''Prowl''' (Action Master Blaster, 1990)

: A non-transforming action figure, [[Action Master]] Prowl is modeled after his cartoon model with a few toy-based liberties taken. He came with his [[Turbo Cycle]] vehicle, though the main figure was comatible with all other Action Master vehciles and weapons.

===Machine Wars===
* '''Prowl''' (Basic, 1997)
[[Image:Mwprowl.jpg|right|thumb|Do you have any idea how fast you were going?]]

: Sharing a mold with ''[[Machine Wars]]'' [[Mirage (G1)|Mirage]], Prowl transforms into a Formula-1 race car, and converts to robot mode with a spring-loaded, one-step transformation. His rifle-halves store in his legs in car mode. He --and the entire ''Machine Wars'' line-- was available only at Kay-Bee stores.

: Prowl's usual function is strategist, but, in an ironic twist, in this first non-police car form he's described as chief of security.

: This mold was also used to make ''[[Robots in Disguise]]'' [[Skid-Z (RID)|Skid-Z]].

===Smallest Transformers===
* '''Prowl''' (2003)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''GTF-09'''
[[Image:STF_Prowl.jpg|left|thumb|Its just a little prick.]]

: Released in Wave 2 of Smallest Transformers, STF Prowl is the smallest possible transforming toy based upon the original Prowl toy. He faithfully repoduces the transformation sequence for the most part, but due to parts-cost limitations, he has little articulation, his legs cannot seperate and his wheels do not roll.

{{-}}

===Alternators===
* '''Prowl''' (Alternator, 2005/2006)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''BT-15'''
[[Image:AlternatorsProwl.jpg|right|thumb|200px|You better get a lawyer son...]]

: ''[[Alternators]]'' Prowl transforms into a 1:24-scale Acura RSX car with police lights, opening doors, hood and trunk. His engine becomes a (non-firing) gun, while a clear-plastic nightstick is hidden under his car-mode rear section. He was among the last of the "red box" Alternators, but was included in new "white box" assortments in 2006.

: For his standard Japanse ''Binaltech'' release, Prowl got a different vehicle mode deco based on a real Japanese police car (the [[Hasbro]] version's deco being based more on the original [[Generation 1]] toy), a different spoiler mold, and gray plastic instead of stony-blue. He was also labeled as a "Honda Integra Type-R", the model's make in Japan.

: Like [[Jazz]], Prowl got two different decos released in equal numbers. The second version is a civilian version with a different spoiler (different even from the [[Hasbro]] Prowl), no police lights, and a solid blue car-shell. His robot-mode parts remained the same color, however.

[[Image:BinaltechProwl.jpg|left|thumb|200px|... you better get a real good one.]]

: This mold (the Japanese blue Prowl variant, at least) was used to make ''Alternators'' [[Camshaft]].

: The [[Hasbro]] version of Prowl, using the Hasbro red box packaging, was supposed to have been released in Japan as an exclusive to a satellite TV provider. The only notable difference from the Hasbro version was the "Satellite Patrol" markings on his doors. It is unknown if this toy was ever actually released, however.

{{-}}

===Universe===
*'''Prowl''' (Autobot, 2005)

: A redeco of the ''Robots in Disguise'' [[Prowl (RID)|Prowl 2]] mold, ''[[Universe]]'' Prowl transforms into a Chevrolet Caprice police car with through-axle construction for super-speedy rolling on smooth surfaces. His gun hides as his car mode's tailpipe. Originally only available at Kay-Bee stores in packaging with no sub-line markings, his entire assorment was later repackaged under the ''Universe'' banner and sold through "dollar store" chains like Family Dollar.

===Attacktix===
*'''Prowl''' (Booster, 2007)
[[Image:Tf2-16-400.jpg|left|thumb|150px|I got a big.... gun.]]

: Introduced in Series 2 of [[Attacktix]], Prowl is a Captain class unit with the special ability to stun an opposing player unit. His sculpt is based upon his G1 cartoon model with some additional details. His weapon is a '''hugely''' oversized version of his rifle, capable of firing a large silver projectile.

{{-}}

==Trivia==
* Prowl's ''Diaclone'' precedessor also came with additional optional stickers that would identify him as being part of the police forces from existing Japanese cities, namely "Tokyo City", "Sapporo City", "Sendai City", "Osaka City" and "Fukuoka City".

* The original ''Transformers'' instructions booklet shows a visible Japanese label sheet complete with the Imperial chrysanthemum emblem found on Japanese police cars, which did not make it to final product.

* ''Machine Wars'' Prowl's card-art is actually an altered version of the art for the ''[[Generation 2]]'' [[Laser Rod]] [[Jolt (G1)|Jolt]].

* At [[OTFCC 2004]] Hasbro stated that there was no Prowl Alternator in the works, but some other emergency vehicle (which got a chorus of boos). When no non-Prowl emergency vehicle appeared, suspicions arose, and fans speculated that the Prowl mold was originally intended to be [[Red Alert (G1)|Red Alert]]. The Alternator's general transformation scheme is reminiscent of the Red Alert mold, but that holds little water in the world of Alternators. Later, a listing for "''Alternators'' Red Alert" appeared on Hasbro's web site, with Prowl's image, seemingly confirming the theory. Careful study of his control art in the ''Binaltech'' version's booklet also reveals that the Prowl head appears to have been digitally added onto the original line-art, due to differing line-thickness.

==External links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Prowl/prowl.htm Prowl on TFU.info]

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[[Category: Attacktix]]
[[Category: Autobots]]
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[[Category: KB Toys exclusives]]
[[Category: Machine Wars characters]]
[[Category: Universe characters]]
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Prowl (G1)

2007-02-25T04:39:54Z

71.100.108.115: /* Generation 1 */

{{disambig3|Prowl}}

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

[[Image:Prowlg1.jpg|thumb|right|300px|You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say or do can and will be used against you in a court of law.]]

'''Prowl''' is the Autobot military strategist. As such, Autobot Commander [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] will keep Prowl near at hand for his indispensable expertise. He does not react well to the unsuspected and despises disorder. He believes his dedication to logic and rational thought puts him next in line for Optimus Prime's job and dreams of making grand speeches -- even though in reality he's stoic and uncharismatic.

He really doesn't tend to get along well with his fellow Autobots, many of whom find his strict adherence to military protocol stifling, and his uptight personality sure doesn't help matters. The [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobot]] commander [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] ''especially'' honks Prowl off, and Grimlock feels pretty much the same way in return, only with more swear words.

A possible alternate-universe version of Prowl is active during the ''[[Universe]]'' conflict.

''Spanish name:'' '''Cervo'''<br>
''Italian name:'' '''Pantera'''

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

===Animated continuity===
''Voice actor:'' [[Michael Bell]] (US), [[Toshirō Ishii]] (Japan)<br>

Prowl was part of the crew of the ''[[Ark]]'', the Autobot starship that left Cyberton looking for alternate sources of energy only to crashland on Earth. Four million years later, the Transformers were reawakened and reformatted by Teletraan-1. Despite being situated in the United States, Prowl was reformatted as a Japanese police car. No one seemed to notice.

On Earth, Prowl continued to serve as [[Optimus Prime]]'s right hand man, filling the role of military advisor and strategist. His precision thinking and by-the-books planning served as a valuable counterpoint to Jazz's more improvisational style, and it was up to Optimus Prime to weigh their views and come to a decision.

During an attack against Decepticons, Prowl's battle computer was knocked offline by a particularly fierce blow. Crippled, Prowl extended his antenna to seek out an online computer that he could patch into. He found [[Chip Chase]]'s desktop terminal, and the young human ally momentarily took control of Prowl, animating the massive Autobot warrior with his computer.

Prowl met his maker in the year 2005, alongside fellow Autobots [[Ironhide (G1)|Ironhide]], [[Brawn]] and [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]]. During a [[Decepticon]] assault of a shuttle run to earth from Moonbase One for energon. He was felled by a single blast from [[Scavenger (G1)|Scavenger]], proving that a stylish leap when you fire your gun is all that was needed for Decepticon weapons to actually kill someone.

===Headmasters cartoon===
Prowl appears as an extra on Earth, even though he died in the movie ten years or so previously.

''('''Note''': Prowl's revival can be chalked up to error, especially since [[The Transformers: The Movie (1986)|the Movie]] did not actually reach Japan until many years later.)''

===Kid Stuff Talking Story Books===
'''Voice actor: Unknown'''

:''"OUR MISSILES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1!"''

===Dreamwave comics continuity===

===IDW comics continuity===

Prowl is the leader of a detachment of Autobots that has operated covertly on Earth for at least four years, attempting to foil a Decepticon insurgency. He almost throws [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] in the brig for breaking cover to rescue three humans from the Decepticons, and subsequently refuses to contact Optimus Prime until further evidence of enemy activities is uncovered. He does not willingly believe Ratchet when the medic tells him that the Decepticons have stepped up their presence by constructing a second base.

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
* '''Prowl''' (Autobot Car, 1984/1985/1990/2002/2003)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''09''', '''TFC-02'''
[[Image:G1Prowl_toy.jpg|left|thumb|I ain't fallin' for not banana in the tailpipe...]]

: Prowl was part of the first series of Autobots released in 1984, reusing a mold originally developed for a ''[[Diaclone]]'' Datsun Fairlady Z (280 ZX) police car, with his decals altered to remove the "Diaclone" marks. (The European "[[Classics (1990)|Classic Heroes]]" re-release retained the ''Diaclone'' stickers, for unknown reasons).

: In 1985, Mexico imported ''Transformers'', but there were some notable changes on numerous toys. Prowl's helmet, arms, and boots turned black, plus his "POLICE" decals became "POLICIA". There was also a wide running change (or just factory error) that left out the black paint on his car hood.

[[Image:Prowl-Mexico.jpg|right|thumb|150px|Policia)]]

: In 2002, Prowl was re-released as part of the [[Transformers Collection]] series in Japan. This version has slightly-altered decals, and fully-functional spring-loaded missile launchers.

: In 2003, Prowl was released as part of the Toys "R" Us [[exclusive]] "[[Commemorative Series]]" line in the US. This version of Prowl uses a softer , unchromed black plastic for his rifle and missiles owing to [[for safety reasons|breakage issues]], plus his launchers are completely non-firing. He uses the same decals as the Japanese "bookbox" release.

: The same mold was used for [[Bluestreak]] and [[Smokescreen (G1)|Smokescreen]].

* '''Prowl''' (Action Master Blaster, 1990)

: A non-transforming action figure, [[Action Master]] Prowl is modeled after his cartoon model with a few toy-based liberties taken. He came with his [[Turbo Cycle]] vehicle, though the main figure was comatible with all other Action Master vehciles and weapons.

===Machine Wars===
* '''Prowl''' (Basic, 1997)
[[Image:Mwprowl.jpg|right|thumb|Do you have any idea how fast you were going?]]

: Sharing a mold with ''[[Machine Wars]]'' [[Mirage (G1)|Mirage]], Prowl transforms into a Formula-1 race car, and converts to robot mode with a spring-loaded, one-step transformation. His rifle-halves store in his legs in car mode. He --and the entire ''Machine Wars'' line-- was available only at Kay-Bee stores.

: Prowl's usual function is strategist, but, in an ironic twist, in this first non-police car form he's described as chief of security.

: This mold was also used to make ''[[Robots in Disguise]]'' [[Skid-Z (RID)|Skid-Z]].

===Smallest Transformers===
* '''Prowl''' (2003)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''GTF-09'''
[[Image:STF_Prowl.jpg|left|thumb|Its just a little prick.]]

: Released in Wave 2 of Smallest Transformers, STF Prowl is the smallest possible transforming toy based upon the original Prowl toy. He faithfully repoduces the transformation sequence for the most part, but due to parts-cost limitations, he has little articulation, his legs cannot seperate and his wheels do not roll.

{{-}}

===Alternators===
* '''Prowl''' (Alternator, 2005/2006)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''BT-15'''
[[Image:AlternatorsProwl.jpg|right|thumb|200px|You better get a lawyer son...]]

: ''[[Alternators]]'' Prowl transforms into a 1:24-scale Acura RSX car with police lights, opening doors, hood and trunk. His engine becomes a (non-firing) gun, while a clear-plastic nightstick is hidden under his car-mode rear section. He was among the last of the "red box" Alternators, but was included in new "white box" assortments in 2006.

: For his standard Japanse ''Binaltech'' release, Prowl got a different vehicle mode deco based on a real Japanese police car (the [[Hasbro]] version's deco being based more on the original [[Generation 1]] toy), a different spoiler mold, and gray plastic instead of stony-blue. He was also labeled as a "Honda Integra Type-R", the model's make in Japan.

: Like [[Jazz]], Prowl got two different decos released in equal numbers. The second version is a civilian version with a different spoiler (different even from the [[Hasbro]] Prowl), no police lights, and a solid blue car-shell. His robot-mode parts remained the same color, however.

[[Image:BinaltechProwl.jpg|left|thumb|200px|... you better get a real good one.]]

: This mold (the Japanese blue Prowl variant, at least) was used to make ''Alternators'' [[Camshaft]].

: The [[Hasbro]] version of Prowl, using the Hasbro red box packaging, was supposed to have been released in Japan as an exclusive to a satellite TV provider. The only notable difference from the Hasbro version was the "Satellite Patrol" markings on his doors. It is unknown if this toy was ever actually released, however.

{{-}}

===Universe===
*'''Prowl''' (Autobot, 2005)

: A redeco of the ''Robots in Disguise'' [[Prowl (RID)|Prowl 2]] mold, ''[[Universe]]'' Prowl transforms into a Chevrolet Caprice police car with through-axle construction for super-speedy rolling on smooth surfaces. His gun hides as his car mode's tailpipe. Originally only available at Kay-Bee stores in packaging with no sub-line markings, his entire assorment was later repackaged under the ''Universe'' banner and sold through "dollar store" chains like Family Dollar.

===Attacktix===
*'''Prowl''' (Booster, 2007)
[[Image:Tf2-16-400.jpg|left|thumb|150px|I got a big.... gun.]]

: Introduced in Series 2 of [[Attacktix]], Prowl is a Captain class unit with the special ability to stun an opposing player unit. His sculpt is based upon his G1 cartoon model with some additional details. His weapon is a '''hugely''' oversized version of his rifle, capable of firing a large silver projectile.

{{-}}

==Trivia==
* Prowl's ''Diaclone'' precedessor also came with additional optional stickers that would identify him as being part of the police forces from existing Japanese cities, namely "Tokyo City", "Sapporo City", "Sendai City", "Osaka City" and "Fukuoka City".

* The original ''Transformers'' instructions booklet shows a visible Japanese label sheet complete with the Imperial chrysanthemum emblem found on Japanese police cars, which did not make it to final product.

* ''Machine Wars'' Prowl's card-art is actually an altered version of the art for the ''[[Generation 2]]'' [[Laser Rod]] [[Jolt (G1)|Jolt]].

* At [[OTFCC 2004]] Hasbro stated that there was no Prowl Alternator in the works, but some other emergency vehicle (which got a chorus of boos). When no non-Prowl emergency vehicle appeared, suspicions arose, and fans speculated that the Prowl mold was originally intended to be [[Red Alert (G1)|Red Alert]]. The Alternator's general transformation scheme is reminiscent of the Red Alert mold, but that holds little water in the world of Alternators. Later, a listing for "''Alternators'' Red Alert" appeared on Hasbro's web site, with Prowl's image, seemingly confirming the theory. Careful study of his control art in the ''Binaltech'' version's booklet also reveals that the Prowl head appears to have been digitally added onto the original line-art, due to differing line-thickness.

==External links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Prowl/prowl.htm Prowl on TFU.info]

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[[Category: Action Masters]]
[[Category: Alternators]]
[[Category: Attacktix]]
[[Category: Autobots]]
[[Category: Generation 1 characters]]
[[Category: KB Toys exclusives]]
[[Category: Machine Wars characters]]
[[Category: Universe characters]]
[[Category: Security officers]]
[[Category: Strategists]]<div id="wikia-credits"><br /><br /><small>From [http://transformers.wikia.com Teletraan I: The Transformers Wiki], a [http://www.wikia.com Wikia] wiki.</small></div>

Prowl (G1)

2007-02-25T04:35:56Z

71.100.108.115:

{{disambig3|Prowl}}

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

[[Image:Prowlg1.jpg|thumb|right|300px|You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say or do can and will be used against you in a court of law.]]

'''Prowl''' is the Autobot military strategist. As such, Autobot Commander [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] will keep Prowl near at hand for his indispensable expertise. He does not react well to the unsuspected and despises disorder. He believes his dedication to logic and rational thought puts him next in line for Optimus Prime's job and dreams of making grand speeches -- even though in reality he's stoic and uncharismatic.

He really doesn't tend to get along well with his fellow Autobots, many of whom find his strict adherence to military protocol stifling, and his uptight personality sure doesn't help matters. The [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobot]] commander [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] ''especially'' honks Prowl off, and Grimlock feels pretty much the same way in return, only with more swear words.

A possible alternate-universe version of Prowl is active during the ''[[Universe]]'' conflict.

''Spanish name:'' '''Cervo'''<br>
''Italian name:'' '''Pantera'''

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

===Animated continuity===
''Voice actor:'' [[Michael Bell]] (US), [[Toshirō Ishii]] (Japan)<br>

Prowl was part of the crew of the ''[[Ark]]'', the Autobot starship that left Cyberton looking for alternate sources of energy only to crashland on Earth. Four million years later, the Transformers were reawakened and reformatted by Teletraan-1. Despite being situated in the United States, Prowl was reformatted as a Japanese police car. No one seemed to notice.

On Earth, Prowl continued to serve as [[Optimus Prime]]'s right hand man, filling the role of military advisor and strategist. His precision thinking and by-the-books planning served as a valuable counterpoint to Jazz's more improvisational style, and it was up to Optimus Prime to weigh their views and come to a decision.

During an attack against Decepticons, Prowl's battle computer was knocked offline by a particularly fierce blow. Crippled, Prowl extended his antenna to seek out an online computer that he could patch into. He found [[Chip Chase]]'s desktop terminal, and the young human ally momentarily took control of Prowl, animating the massive Autobot warrior with his computer.

Prowl met his maker in the year 2005, alongside fellow Autobots [[Ironhide (G1)|Ironhide]], [[Brawn]] and [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]]. During a [[Decepticon]] assault of a shuttle run to earth from Moonbase One for energon. He was felled by a single blast from [[Scavenger (G1)|Scavenger]], proving that a stylish leap when you fire your gun is all that was needed for Decepticon weapons to actually kill someone.

===Headmasters cartoon===
Prowl appears as an extra on Earth, even though he died in the movie ten years or so previously.

''('''Note''': Prowl's revival can be chalked up to error, especially since [[The Transformers: The Movie (1986)|the Movie]] did not actually reach Japan until many years later.)''

===Kid Stuff Talking Story Books===
'''Voice actor: Unknown'''

:''"OUR MISSILES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1!"''

===Dreamwave comics continuity===

===IDW comics continuity===

Prowl is the leader of a detachment of Autobots that has operated covertly on Earth for at least four years, attempting to foil a Decepticon insurgency. He almost throws [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] in the brig for breaking cover to rescue three humans from the Decepticons, and subsequently refuses to contact Optimus Prime until further evidence of enemy activities is uncovered. He does not willingly believe Ratchet when the medic tells him that the Decepticons have stepped up their presence by constructing a second base.

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
* '''Prowl''' (Autobot Car, 1984/1985/1990/2002/2003)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''09''', '''TFC-02'''
[[Image:G1Prowl_toy.jpg|left|thumb|I ain't fallin' for not banana in the tailpipe...]]

: Prowl was part of the first series of Autobots released in 1984, reusing a mold originally developed for a ''[[Diaclone]]'' Datsun Fairlady Z (280 ZX) police car, with his decals altered to remove the "Diaclone" marks. (The European "[[Classics (1990)|Classic Heroes]]" re-release retained the ''Diaclone'' stickers, for unknown reasons).

: In 1985, Mexico imported ''Transformers'', but there were some notable changes on numerous toys. Prowl's helmet, arms, and boots turned black, plus his "POLICE" decals became "POLICIA". There was also a wide running change (or just factory error) that left out the black paint on his car hood.

[[Image:Prowl-Mexico.jpg|right|thumb|150px|El Pricko (pronounced "pree-ho")]]

: In 2002, Prowl was re-released as part of the [[Transformers Collection]] series in Japan. This version has slightly-altered decals, and fully-functional spring-loaded missile launchers.

: In 2003, Prowl was released as part of the Toys "R" Us [[exclusive]] "[[Commemorative Series]]" line in the US. This version of Prowl uses a softer , unchromed black plastic for his rifle and missiles owing to [[for safety reasons|breakage issues]], plus his launchers are completely non-firing. He uses the same decals as the Japanese "bookbox" release.

: The same mold was used for [[Bluestreak]] and [[Smokescreen (G1)|Smokescreen]].

* '''Prowl''' (Action Master Blaster, 1990)

: A non-transforming action figure, [[Action Master]] Prowl is modeled after his cartoon model with a few toy-based liberties taken. He came with his [[Turbo Cycle]] vehicle, though the main figure was comatible with all other Action Master vehciles and weapons.

===Machine Wars===
* '''Prowl''' (Basic, 1997)
[[Image:Mwprowl.jpg|right|thumb|Do you have any idea how fast you were going?]]

: Sharing a mold with ''[[Machine Wars]]'' [[Mirage (G1)|Mirage]], Prowl transforms into a Formula-1 race car, and converts to robot mode with a spring-loaded, one-step transformation. His rifle-halves store in his legs in car mode. He --and the entire ''Machine Wars'' line-- was available only at Kay-Bee stores.

: Prowl's usual function is strategist, but, in an ironic twist, in this first non-police car form he's described as chief of security.

: This mold was also used to make ''[[Robots in Disguise]]'' [[Skid-Z (RID)|Skid-Z]].

===Smallest Transformers===
* '''Prowl''' (2003)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''GTF-09'''
[[Image:STF_Prowl.jpg|left|thumb|Its just a little prick.]]

: Released in Wave 2 of Smallest Transformers, STF Prowl is the smallest possible transforming toy based upon the original Prowl toy. He faithfully repoduces the transformation sequence for the most part, but due to parts-cost limitations, he has little articulation, his legs cannot seperate and his wheels do not roll.

{{-}}

===Alternators===
* '''Prowl''' (Alternator, 2005/2006)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''BT-15'''
[[Image:AlternatorsProwl.jpg|right|thumb|200px|You better get a lawyer son...]]

: ''[[Alternators]]'' Prowl transforms into a 1:24-scale Acura RSX car with police lights, opening doors, hood and trunk. His engine becomes a (non-firing) gun, while a clear-plastic nightstick is hidden under his car-mode rear section. He was among the last of the "red box" Alternators, but was included in new "white box" assortments in 2006.

: For his standard Japanse ''Binaltech'' release, Prowl got a different vehicle mode deco based on a real Japanese police car (the [[Hasbro]] version's deco being based more on the original [[Generation 1]] toy), a different spoiler mold, and gray plastic instead of stony-blue. He was also labeled as a "Honda Integra Type-R", the model's make in Japan.

: Like [[Jazz]], Prowl got two different decos released in equal numbers. The second version is a civilian version with a different spoiler (different even from the [[Hasbro]] Prowl), no police lights, and a solid blue car-shell. His robot-mode parts remained the same color, however.

[[Image:BinaltechProwl.jpg|left|thumb|200px|... you better get a real good one.]]

: This mold (the Japanese blue Prowl variant, at least) was used to make ''Alternators'' [[Camshaft]].

: The [[Hasbro]] version of Prowl, using the Hasbro red box packaging, was supposed to have been released in Japan as an exclusive to a satellite TV provider. The only notable difference from the Hasbro version was the "Satellite Patrol" markings on his doors. It is unknown if this toy was ever actually released, however.

{{-}}

===Universe===
*'''Prowl''' (Autobot, 2005)

: A redeco of the ''Robots in Disguise'' [[Prowl (RID)|Prowl 2]] mold, ''[[Universe]]'' Prowl transforms into a Chevrolet Caprice police car with through-axle construction for super-speedy rolling on smooth surfaces. His gun hides as his car mode's tailpipe. Originally only available at Kay-Bee stores in packaging with no sub-line markings, his entire assorment was later repackaged under the ''Universe'' banner and sold through "dollar store" chains like Family Dollar.

===Attacktix===
*'''Prowl''' (Booster, 2007)
[[Image:Tf2-16-400.jpg|left|thumb|150px|I got a big.... gun.]]

: Introduced in Series 2 of [[Attacktix]], Prowl is a Captain class unit with the special ability to stun an opposing player unit. His sculpt is based upon his G1 cartoon model with some additional details. His weapon is a '''hugely''' oversized version of his rifle, capable of firing a large silver projectile.

{{-}}

==Trivia==
* Prowl's ''Diaclone'' precedessor also came with additional optional stickers that would identify him as being part of the police forces from existing Japanese cities, namely "Tokyo City", "Sapporo City", "Sendai City", "Osaka City" and "Fukuoka City".

* The original ''Transformers'' instructions booklet shows a visible Japanese label sheet complete with the Imperial chrysanthemum emblem found on Japanese police cars, which did not make it to final product.

* ''Machine Wars'' Prowl's card-art is actually an altered version of the art for the ''[[Generation 2]]'' [[Laser Rod]] [[Jolt (G1)|Jolt]].

* At [[OTFCC 2004]] Hasbro stated that there was no Prowl Alternator in the works, but some other emergency vehicle (which got a chorus of boos). When no non-Prowl emergency vehicle appeared, suspicions arose, and fans speculated that the Prowl mold was originally intended to be [[Red Alert (G1)|Red Alert]]. The Alternator's general transformation scheme is reminiscent of the Red Alert mold, but that holds little water in the world of Alternators. Later, a listing for "''Alternators'' Red Alert" appeared on Hasbro's web site, with Prowl's image, seemingly confirming the theory. Careful study of his control art in the ''Binaltech'' version's booklet also reveals that the Prowl head appears to have been digitally added onto the original line-art, due to differing line-thickness.

==External links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Prowl/prowl.htm Prowl on TFU.info]

{{stub}}
[[Category: Action Masters]]
[[Category: Alternators]]
[[Category: Attacktix]]
[[Category: Autobots]]
[[Category: Generation 1 characters]]
[[Category: KB Toys exclusives]]
[[Category: Machine Wars characters]]
[[Category: Universe characters]]
[[Category: Security officers]]
[[Category: Strategists]]<div id="wikia-credits"><br /><br /><small>From [http://transformers.wikia.com Teletraan I: The Transformers Wiki], a [http://www.wikia.com Wikia] wiki.</small></div>

Bluestreak (G1)

2007-02-25T04:26:38Z

71.100.108.115:

:''Bluestreak is an [[Autobot]] in the [[Generation 1]] [[continuity family]]. He is also known as '''Silverstreak'''.''

[[Image:Bluestreakg1.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Ohhh, Red Eyes.]]

'''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 war, Bluesteak's home city was totally destroyed by [[Decepticon]]s. He was the only survivor. It's as if by talking he tries to somehow drown out his own fears and memories. "There's some demons runnin' loose inside that boy," says 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.

Talk may be cheap, but it keeps him sane.

''Japanese name: '''Streak''' ''<br>
''French-Canadian name: '''Jaseur''' ''

==Fiction==
===Animated continuity===
'''Voice Actor:''' [[Casey Kasem]] (US), [[Kōki Kataoka]] (Japan) [[Katsumi Suzuki]] ("Attack of the Autobots" and "Day of the Machines" only)

[[Image:Bluestreakpotatovehicle.jpg|left|thumb|200px|Look, its Bluestreak's movie protoform 'entry' mode.]]

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.

Upon awakening on this strange new world, Bluestreak discovered he could fly, and so could every other Autobot! {{Storylink|More Than Meets the Eye, Part 1}}

Bluestreak also happens to sound just like [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]].

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===Marvel Comics continuity===

===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 pace 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 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 leads a squad of Autobots on [[Varas Centralus]], probably the counter-insurgency team assigned to that planet. He believes the planet, being ravaged by a Decepticon infiltration unit in Phase Six, to be "a lost cause," and suggests to [[Springer]] that the Autobots pull out.<ref>[[Stormbringer, Part 2]]</ref>

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
*'''Bluestreak''' (Autobot Car, 1984/1985)
: ''Japanese ID number:'' '''08'''
[[Image:Bluesrobot.jpg|thumb|right|130px|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>. The doors can open, 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.

* '''Streak (anime version)''' (2002)

: An [[exclusive]] to [[Takara]]'s [[E-Hobby|e-Hobby]] shop, this version of Bluestreak was sold bundled in a set 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)
[[Image:G1Chromestreak_toy.jpg|right|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)

: Realeased 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 depicts Takara's 'Anime Streak' version. For this release he has been 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 his laser rifle and projectiles were not vacuum-metalized.

===Alternators===
*'''Silverstreak''' (Alternator, 2004)
:''Japanese ID number:'' '''BT-04'''
[[Image:AlternatorsSilverstreak_toy.jpg|right|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 featured 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, making him one of the few ''Alternators'' releases that is virtually indistinguishable from his ''Binaltech'' release to the naked eye.

: This mold was also used to make [[Ricochet (G1) (Autobot)|Ricochet]] and ''[[Binaltech Asterisk]]'' [[Red Alert (G1)|Alert]].

===Universe===
*'''Silverstreak''' (Spy Changer, 2004)
[[Image:UniverseSilverstreakSpy.jpg|left|thumb|130px|New name, old colors]]

: A repaint of [[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.

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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.

===Merchandise===

==Trivia==
* One of the longest-running 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.

* The ''Alternators'' version of [[Camshaft (G1)|Camshaft]] was originally intended to be Bluestreak... even though there was already a Silverstreak in the line. Confusion averted! Camshaft has numerous [[paint application]]s pulled from the blue-sided ''Diaclone'' Fairlady Z's sticker sheet.

==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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