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All Hail Megatron issue 15

2010-11-06T13:00:51Z

77.100.54.141: /* "Lost & Found" */

{{disambigr|"Lost & Found"|other stories with that title|Lost and Found (disambiguation)}}
{{Comicstory|
|seriesissue=''[[All Hail Megatron|The Transformers: All Hail Megatron]]'' #15
|prev=All Hail Megatron issue 14
|next=All Hail Megatron issue 16
|image=AllHailMegatron15 CoverA.jpg
|caption=Insert ''Saving Private Ryan'' quote here for maximum effect.
|publisher=[[IDW Publishing]]
|date=[[September 16]], [[2009]]
|coverdate=September 2009
|written by=[[Nick Roche]] with assistance from [[James Roberts]] "Everything in Its Right Place" [[Denton J. Tipton]] "Lost & Found"
|art by=[[Nick Roche]] "Everything in Its Right Place" [[Casey Coller]] "Lost & Found"
|colors by=[[Kris Carter]] "Everything in Its Right Place" [[Joana Lafuente]] "Lost & Found"
|letters by=[[Chris Mowry]]
|assistant editor=[[Carlos Guzman]]
|associate editor=[[Denton J. Tipton]]
|editor=[[Andy Schmidt]]
|continuity=[[IDW Generation 1 continuity|IDW continuity]]
|chronology=pre-[[IDW timeline|''All Hail Megatron'']]
}}
'''Kup and Perceptor get a second lease on life.'''

=="Everything in Its Right Place"==
'''Prowl is a ''crafty'' prick.'''

===Synopsis===
Prowl admits to himself that Springer's arrival on ''[[Ark-17]]'' could not have begun any other way. Indeed, the Autobot tactician had predicted Springer's reaction to finding the convalescent veteran Kup missing from the Autobot ship: a sudden uppercut to Prowl's jaw. Letting Springer vent, Prowl rights himself while he internally laments that so many of the Autobot forces follow the Wreckers commander's example and have become mavericks and loose cannons. Seeing his opportunity, Prowl silences Springer with the revelation of ''why'' Kup is not on the ship, the fact that Perceptor and his team of scientists have gotten the old codger up and running again. Springer expresses doubt, having seen the emaciated madman that Kup had been reduced to. Prowl counters by revealing that Perceptor had teamed with the talented Autobots of the [[Kimia Facility]] and had achieved a technological breakthrough with some rather unusual procedures. Springer is wary, as due to his role as Wreckers leader his primary experience with the facility has been in testing experimental weaponry. Prowl reminds Springer that the facility was also where the successful refinement of the [[Pretender]] process reverse-engineered from Decepticon technology was accomplished. He then explains that the same principles were applied to resolve Kup's technological incompatibility with modern upgrades, with Kup's cerebro-cortex interfacing with his new body in a nearly identical manner, though he cannot separate from his pretender carapace.

Springer's reactions are still mixed until Prowl shows him footage of Kup's new body in combat trials. Indeed, it appears that Springer's old commanding officer is fully rehabilitated, in a body that moves like it's in the prime of youth. Springer however notices a foreign object in Kup's mouth, a [[cigar|cy-gar]]. Asking why Kup has such a relic of the decadent pre-war days of Cybertron, Springer is told by Prowl that this is how Perceptor keeps the veteran from lapsing into flashbacks of his time stranded on the alien world. Emitting a synthetic replica of the radiation Kup had become addicted to, the cy-gar manages his cravings and keeps him mentally stable. Internally, Prowl notes that without Kup's continued mental stability his ''own'' plans for the veteran would be for naught. Reassuring Springer, he notes that Kup is a potent symbol to rally the Autobot troops behind.

[[Image:AHM Kup nightmare.jpg|300px|thumb|left|Don't do drugs, Kup.]]

Finally allowed to see Kup in person, Springer's doubts are nearly all laid to rest. Kup is undergoing a final diagnostic disassembly before resuming field duty, and is jovial, joking with his former subordinate. However when seeing his own arm laying on the nearby table, Kup briefly begins to have a flashback, only snapped out of it by Perceptor supplying his cy-gar to him. Stabilized, his friendly demeanor returns and a still-nervous Springer expresses gratitude to see him rejoining their ranks.

Prowl recalls his meetings with Perceptor and the scientist's reluctance to be assigned directly to Kup in the field. He had to remind Perceptor that the Autobot ranks look up to Kup, and that if their secret actions at reforming the way Autobots look at tactics were to be successful they needed the veteran stable and able to capably lead others by example. In so doing, they might turn the tide of the war and have the Autobots fighting more effectively overall, bringing about peace sooner.

Meanwhile, Prowl and Springer discuss that Kup will never be told what he did while stranded on that remote planet. Prowl addresses Springer's concerns, stating that all involved have been contacted and sworn to silence.

After Springer departs, Prowl muses further on the streak of individuality and insubordination that inevitably undermines all Autobot tactics. Even Optimus Prime, he notes, seems more inclined to listen to the bellicose plans of Ironhide than his own more sound battle strategies. That is all about to change, if the personality subroutines installed in Kup take hold. Personality subroutines that will have Kup give the advice that ''Prowl'' wants him to give...

He recalls another conversation with Perceptor, in which the scientist noted with no small amount of irony that in doing this Prowl had gone maverick himself, conducting secret plans beyond the chain of command. Prowl felt no contradiction in this, as what separated him from an individual like Hot Rod was the fact that none of what he was doing was something he sought recognition or admiration for. Instead, his only concern was the shared success of the Autobot forces and the final resolution of the Cybertronian civil war.

===Featured characters===
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
* [[Springer (G1)|Springer]] (1)
* [[Prowl (G1)|Prowl]] (2)
* [[Outback]] (3)*†
* [[Kup (G1)|Kup]] (4)
* [[Brainstorm]] (5)*
* [[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor]] (6)
* [[Waverider]] (7)*
* [[Landmine (G1)|Landmine]] (8)*
* [[Cloudburst]] (9)*
* [[Groundbreaker]] (10)*
* [[Hound (G1)|Hound]] (11)*
* [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] (12)*
* [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]] (13)*
* [[Ironhide (G1)|Ironhide]] (14)*
* [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] (15)‡
* [[Hot Rod (G1)|Hot Rod]] (16)‡
* [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] (17)‡
|c2=
* [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]] (18)*
* [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]] (19)*
* [[Thunderwing (G1)|Thunderwing]] (20)*
* [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] (21)*
* [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] (22)*
* [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] (23)*
}}

{{note|
 * flashback † deactivated ‡ on video monitors}}

===Quotes===

"Tell me you didn't just drag Kup here to reverse-engineer some kind of weapon that can inflict that sort of radiation damage on a Decepticon?" 
"No, Springer--" 
''But don't think I didn't consider it.''
:—'''Springer''', '''Prowl''', and '''Prowl's narration'''

"The average Autobot default setting is daredevil, maverick. That's not ''us'', Perceptor. ''We'' can subdivide this war into its purest mathematical form and generate solutions all we want, but unless we happen to be ''surfing'' on a ''meteoroid'' at the time, ''no one'' will pay attention."
:—'''Prowl'''

"But with Kup, ''everyone'' wants to hear what he has to say. So now, when he ''speaks''... you won't even see my lips move."
:—'''Prowl'''

===Errors===
* In panel 4 on page 4, the markings on Prowl's door read "Highway Patrol ''Patrol''" instead of "Highway Patrol Police".

===Items of note===
* "Surfing on a meteoroid" may be a nod to "[[Spotlight: Hot Rod]]", which Roche also drew.
* The implication of page 10 is that Optimus was listening to people like Ironhide during ''[[All Hail Megatron]]'' and ''that's'' how the Autobots blundered into a trap.
* Grimlock has ''113'' files devoted to his insubordination.
* Thunderwing is depicted as his pre-Pretender self.
* This is not the first time Prowl has shown annoyance with his situation: [[Devastation issue 5]]
* Prowl has been labelled a prick before because he's a bit of a jerk to [[Grimlock (G1)|the cool characters]]. Now he's convinced Perceptor to brainwash a sick old guy to manipulate people, and ''that'' after briefly considering having Kup cut open to reverse engineer WMDs! At the same time, his motivation is to, well, do his job: get the war finished quickly and effectively, and views that as more important than if he gets the credit for it. Which makes him... well, frakking ''scary'', to be honest.

=="Lost & Found"==
'''Perceptor goes from scientist to sniper in just 11 pages!'''

===Synopsis===
Aboard the starship ''[[Trion]]'', Drift has managed to teach patience to Blurr through the use of the [[Earth]] game "[[Go]]". The two of them muse on their lives before the war, while Perceptor's damaged body looms above them in a [[CR chamber]] .

[[Image:AHM_bludgeoniseeevill.jpg|300px|thumb|Bludgeon has goo for a face.]]

One hundred games later, Kup is haranguing Blaster over his inability to hail any other Autobot outposts. Drift admonishes his impatience, and Kup explains that all the Autobot distress signals have him antsy. Blurr arrives and announces that Perceptor is online once more.

The crew goes to see Perceptor in his lab, where he is fervently working on reinforcements and refinements to his body. Among them is a new chest panel that will presumably prevent the grievous wound that sidelined him from ever occurring again. Shortly afterward, he installs stabilizers in his arms to improve his aim. Kup objects, as Perceptor is more valuable in the lab than on the field. Perceptor however feels he can be more useful in battle, and thus repay the debt he feels he owes for the saving of his life. Kup lectures him, but is interrupted by Blaster, who has received a patchy transmission from Hot Rod. The hotheaded Autobot is being pursued by a Decepticon ship under the command of Bludgeon. The Trion moves to intercept, but Perceptor is warned to stay behind.

At the crash site of Hot Rod's shuttlecraft, Bludgeon orders the Monstructor Six to execute the Autobot. Kup's crew arrive via [[orbital jump]] to even the odds. However the Autobots are quickly overwhelmed by the formation of Monstructor, and the odds of the battle seem bleak. In the nick of time, a precise burst of laser fire hits the vulnerable connector joint of the immense combiner, reducing Monstructor back into its component Decepticons. The stunned Autobot crew turns to find that their savior is Perceptor himself. Blaster expresses vehement misgivings on Perceptor having "defiled" himself by repurposing his body to combat specifications. Kup deflects this by telling Blaster to tend to the wounded Springer, and takes Perceptor along to give chase to the fleeing Decepticons.

===Featured characters===
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
* [[Blurr (G1)|Blurr]] (1)
* [[Drift (G1)|Drift]] (2)
* [[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor]] (3)
* [[Roadbuster]] (4)
* [[Springer (G1)|Springer]] (5)
* [[Kup (G1)|Kup]] (6)
* [[Blaster (G1)|Blaster]] (7)
* [[Hot Rod (G1)|Hot Rod]] (8)
|c2=
* [[Birdbrain]] (9)
* [[Bristleback]] (10)
* [[Slog]] (11)
* [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]] (12)
* [[Wildfly]] (13)
* [[Scowl]] (14)
* [[Icepick (G1)|Icepick]] (15)
* [[Monstructor (G1)|Monstructor]] (16)
}}

===Quotes===
"Just doin' my job."
:—'''Perceptor''''s upgrades apparently include a "can't pronounce the g at the end of his verbs anymore" function.

===Errors===
* Why the hell are Drift and Blurr playing an Earth game? None of the team were ''on Earth'' until AHM. (Psst — it's because [[Wikipedia:Go (game)|Go]], an ancient Chinese game, is commonly thought to be Japanese. IDW is just reminding us, in case we ever forgot, that Drift is Japanese.)
* If Decepticon Pretenders are presented as supremely powerful horrors, ''why is Bludgeon retreating'' because Monstructor is down? He ''alone'' should be capable of wiping out the Autobots.
* Speaking of Bludgeon, why is he not in [[Garrus-9]]? And when did he get his mind back?! And why is he suddenly loyal and working with the other 'cons?! [[Denton J. Tipton]] said we'd find out what happened at Garrus-9 in ''[[Last Stand of the Wreckers]]'' <ref>http://forum.idwpublishing.com/viewtopic.php?t=6643&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=30</ref>, but as it turned out, Bludgeon was not seen or mentioned at all in that series, and in any case the events that took place would not explain Bludgeon's sudden sanity. Yes Denton, we know we're not supposed to be concerned with continuity.<ref>[http://forum.idwpublishing.com/viewtopic.php?p=205076#205076 Comment made on the IDW message boards on September 22nd, 2010.]</ref>

===Items of note===
* Perceptor has two different bodies in this story; his G1 look (from "[[Spotlight: Blaster]]" and "[[Spotlight: Drift]]") and his semi-updated look from ''AHM''.
* Hot Rod was seen piloting the Decepticon ship he acquired in [[Spotlight: Hot Rod|his ''Spotlight'']], given a fresh coat of paint to match its new owner. <ref>http://forum.idwpublishing.com/viewtopic.php?t=6643&start=60#151871</ref>
* The Decepticons appear to have reverse-engineered and now drafted the Monstructor Six.
* The ending appears to lead into Hot Rod's flashback tale in [[All Hail Megatron issue 5|''All Hail Megatron'' #5]].

==Covers (3)==
* '''Cover A:''' [[Kup (G1)|Kup]], [[Prowl (G1)|Prowl]], and [[Springer (G1)|Springer]], art by [[Nick Roche]] and colors by [[Kris Carter]].
* '''Cover B:''' Schematic of a newly-rebuilt [[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor]] (an homage to [[wikipedia:Vitruvian Man|da Vinci's Vitruvian Man]]), art by [[Casey Coller]] and colors by [[Joana Lafuente]]. The cover also sports a large portion of text originating from this very wiki's [[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor]] article copied and pasted at the top and bottom (lifted without permission, of course). This has created panic [http://www.shortpacked.com/blog/comic/book-10/01-this-man-this-manhattan/takeabreak/ among some]. Others couldn't care less.
* '''Cover RI:''' Art deco of Perceptor looking brooding; art and colors by [[Trevor Hutchison]].
<gallery>
Image:AllHailMegatron15 CoverA.jpg|Prepare for trouser-shattering.
Image:AHM15casey.jpg|See that text down in the bottom-left hand side? Well, IDW's lawyers sure wish THEY had.
Image:AHM15trevhutch.jpg|Rambo.
</gallery>

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==References==
{{reflist}}

[[Category:IDW Generation 1 issues]]

Decepticons Attack

2010-10-29T13:57:06Z

77.100.54.141: /* Transformers references */

{{disambig2|the episode of ''Cyber Missions''|the Decepticon battle cry|Decepticons, attack}}
{{episode|
|otherseries=''[[Cyber Missions|Transformers: Cyber Missions]]'' #13
|image=
|caption=In which Starscream and Mindwipe basically re-enact a Fruity Pebbles commercial.
|prev=Cyber Missions 12
|title="Decepticons Attack"
|production company=[[TG Studios]]
|animation studio=[[TG Studios]], [[ArtDuck Studios]], & [[Meanlow Studios]]
|written by=[[Scott Beatty]]
|executive producer=[[Aaron Archer]], [[Erin Hillman]], & [[Michael Verrecchia]]
|airdate=[[September 29]], [[2010]]}}

'''The Autobots lure the Decepticons into a trap.'''

==Synopsis==
Optimus Prime has a meeting with his Autobots to plan a final confrontation with the Decepticons.

Megatron derails a train he thinks is carrying the Autobot prisoner Soundwave. In reality, the train only contained a hologram of Soundwave as a ruse to lure the Decepticons into a trap. Optimus Prime arrives and fights Megatron. The Decepticons discuss leaving Megatron on his own when Ironhide, Bumblebee, and Ratchet show themselves. Mindwipe tries to hypnotize Bumblebee, but Bumblebee covers his ears and talks over Mindwipe's voice, nullifying the effect. Megatron throws a train car at Optimus, who then does a badass flip over it. Bludgeon fights Ratchet. Starscream fights Ironhide. A small army of the Autobot's human allies then surround the battlefield.

Optimus Prime gives each Decepticon a choice. Leave [[Earth]] or be destroyed. To Megatron's surprise, Starscream, Bludgeon, and Mindwipe comply and leave. Optimus Prime is not surprised, since Megatron has been displaying poor leadership skills. Alone, Megatron also leaves Earth, but not before a parting threat to the planet.

Bumblebee stamps out a gigantic Autobot [[insignia]] in the dirt as a reminder to the Decepticons.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]] (1)
*[[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]] (2)
*[[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] (3)
*[[Ratchet (Movie)|Ratchet]] (4)
*[[Sideswipe (ROTF)|Sideswipe]] (Hologram) (10)
|c2=
*[[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]] (5)
*[[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] (6)
*[[Mindwipe (ROTF)|Mindwipe]] (7)
*[[Bludgeon (ROTF)|Bludgeon]] (8)
*[[Barricade (Movie)|Barricade]] (9)
}}

==Quotes==

"You don't want to fight me, Bumblebee." 
"Blah, blah, blah. Can't hear you, Mindwipe!" 
—'''Mindwipe''' and '''Bumblebee''' preparing to fight.

"Wipe that scowl from your face, Soundwave!"
-'''Megatron''' talking to holographic '''Soundwave'''.

==Notes==
===Continuity notes===
*Starscream was last seen in [[Cyber Missions 12|the last episode]] defeated and at the mercy of the Autobots.
*Barricade was last seen defeated by Ironhide and under a ton of rocks in [[Cyber Missions 11|''Cyber Missions'' #12]].
*Barricade was only seen briefly after the train was derailed. He did not take part in the fight and was not among the Decepticons who agreed to leave Earth. Is this some sort of [[Transformers (2007)| deja vu]]???
*[[Lockdown (ROTF)|Lockdown]] is also still at large.

===Transformers references===

* This episode is named after the infamous Decepticon battlecry

===Foreign dubbing===
'''Latin American Spanish'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Ciber Misiones: El Ataque de los Decepticons'''" ("Cyber Missions: Attack of the Decepticons")
:*''Original airdate:'' [[October 4|4 October]] [[2010]] (Official airdate)
*As of this episode, Cyber Missions is unique for being the first series since ''[[Armada (cartoon)|Armada]]'' to have been broadcast entirely in Latin America under the same team of voice actors.

===Trivia===
*This and episodes 11 and 12 made their debut on [[The Hub]]'s website when the entire series was put up in the Webisodes section.
*This is the only episode of ''Cyber Missions'' with an individual title.

==External links==
*[http://www.hubworld.com/transformers/shows/cyber-missions/videos/transformers-cybermissions-13 "Decepticons Attack"]
{{epstub}}

[[Category:Cyber Missions episodes]]

Decepticons Attack

2010-10-29T13:56:39Z

77.100.54.141: /* Transformers references */

{{disambig2|the episode of ''Cyber Missions''|the Decepticon battle cry|Decepticons, attack}}
{{episode|
|otherseries=''[[Cyber Missions|Transformers: Cyber Missions]]'' #13
|image=
|caption=In which Starscream and Mindwipe basically re-enact a Fruity Pebbles commercial.
|prev=Cyber Missions 12
|title="Decepticons Attack"
|production company=[[TG Studios]]
|animation studio=[[TG Studios]], [[ArtDuck Studios]], & [[Meanlow Studios]]
|written by=[[Scott Beatty]]
|executive producer=[[Aaron Archer]], [[Erin Hillman]], & [[Michael Verrecchia]]
|airdate=[[September 29]], [[2010]]}}

'''The Autobots lure the Decepticons into a trap.'''

==Synopsis==
Optimus Prime has a meeting with his Autobots to plan a final confrontation with the Decepticons.

Megatron derails a train he thinks is carrying the Autobot prisoner Soundwave. In reality, the train only contained a hologram of Soundwave as a ruse to lure the Decepticons into a trap. Optimus Prime arrives and fights Megatron. The Decepticons discuss leaving Megatron on his own when Ironhide, Bumblebee, and Ratchet show themselves. Mindwipe tries to hypnotize Bumblebee, but Bumblebee covers his ears and talks over Mindwipe's voice, nullifying the effect. Megatron throws a train car at Optimus, who then does a badass flip over it. Bludgeon fights Ratchet. Starscream fights Ironhide. A small army of the Autobot's human allies then surround the battlefield.

Optimus Prime gives each Decepticon a choice. Leave [[Earth]] or be destroyed. To Megatron's surprise, Starscream, Bludgeon, and Mindwipe comply and leave. Optimus Prime is not surprised, since Megatron has been displaying poor leadership skills. Alone, Megatron also leaves Earth, but not before a parting threat to the planet.

Bumblebee stamps out a gigantic Autobot [[insignia]] in the dirt as a reminder to the Decepticons.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]] (1)
*[[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]] (2)
*[[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] (3)
*[[Ratchet (Movie)|Ratchet]] (4)
*[[Sideswipe (ROTF)|Sideswipe]] (Hologram) (10)
|c2=
*[[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]] (5)
*[[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] (6)
*[[Mindwipe (ROTF)|Mindwipe]] (7)
*[[Bludgeon (ROTF)|Bludgeon]] (8)
*[[Barricade (Movie)|Barricade]] (9)
}}

==Quotes==

"You don't want to fight me, Bumblebee." 
"Blah, blah, blah. Can't hear you, Mindwipe!" 
—'''Mindwipe''' and '''Bumblebee''' preparing to fight.

"Wipe that scowl from your face, Soundwave!"
-'''Megatron''' talking to holographic '''Soundwave'''.

==Notes==
===Continuity notes===
*Starscream was last seen in [[Cyber Missions 12|the last episode]] defeated and at the mercy of the Autobots.
*Barricade was last seen defeated by Ironhide and under a ton of rocks in [[Cyber Missions 11|''Cyber Missions'' #12]].
*Barricade was only seen briefly after the train was derailed. He did not take part in the fight and was not among the Decepticons who agreed to leave Earth. Is this some sort of [[Transformers (2007)| deja vu]]???
*[[Lockdown (ROTF)|Lockdown]] is also still at large.

===Transformers references===

This episode is named after the infamous Decepticon battlecry

===Foreign dubbing===
'''Latin American Spanish'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Ciber Misiones: El Ataque de los Decepticons'''" ("Cyber Missions: Attack of the Decepticons")
:*''Original airdate:'' [[October 4|4 October]] [[2010]] (Official airdate)
*As of this episode, Cyber Missions is unique for being the first series since ''[[Armada (cartoon)|Armada]]'' to have been broadcast entirely in Latin America under the same team of voice actors.

===Trivia===
*This and episodes 11 and 12 made their debut on [[The Hub]]'s website when the entire series was put up in the Webisodes section.
*This is the only episode of ''Cyber Missions'' with an individual title.

==External links==
*[http://www.hubworld.com/transformers/shows/cyber-missions/videos/transformers-cybermissions-13 "Decepticons Attack"]
{{epstub}}

[[Category:Cyber Missions episodes]]

Windcharger (G1)

2010-10-26T15:51:35Z

77.100.54.141: /* Dreamwave comics continuity */

{{picsneeded|fiction, decoy}}
{{factions|autobot}}
{{disambigr|Windcharger|the Energon Mini-Con combiner robot|Windcharger (Energon)}}
:''Windcharger is an [[Autobot]] from the [[Generation 1 (franchise)|Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''
[[Image:Windcharger flash.jpg|right|250px|thumb|This looks like a job for...]]
Of all the [[Ark (G1)|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 between his tires and their driving surface. 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'''
:''French-Canadian name'': '''Rapido'''
:''Hungarian name'': '''Széllovas''' ("Wind-rider")
:''Italian name'': '''Lampo''' ("Flash of Lightning")
:''Japanese name'': '''Charger'''
:''Portuguese name (Brazil comics):'' '''Giro'''
:''Portuguese name (Portugal):'' '''Ventania / Vendaval'''
:''Russian name:'' '''Rasryadnik''' (''Разрядник'', "Discharger")
:''South American name'': '''Camaro'''

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
{{noteukonly}}
''Five million years ago, Windcharger was part of [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]]'s plan to defend [[Iacon (city-state)|Iacon]] from the [[Decepticon]]s. After Prime lured the Decepticons onto a bridge and blew it up, Windcharger used his magnetic powers to pull him to safety.'' {{storylink|And There Shall Come...a Leader!}}

Windcharger was among the elite few selected by Optimus Prime to join him in crashing the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]] into the [[Earth]]. {{storylink|The Transformers (issue)|The Transformers}} After the Autobots awoke in 1984, Windcharger was very concerned with how they would obtain more fuel. {{storylink|Power Play!}} He participated in the attack on [[Fortress Sinister]], and looked at [[Gears (G1)|Gears]]'s body after his fellow Autobot fell off the Decepticon fortress and was deactivated. {{storylink|Prisoner of War!}}

[[Image:WindchargerTriumphant.gif|left|200px|thumb|When he gets done with Guardian, he's gonna erase all the big guy's VHS tapes. Just BECAUSE.]]
''During a Decepticon attack on the Ark, Optimus Prime attempted to activate the Ark’s computer, known as [[Auntie]], to bring the defense systems back online. Unfortunately, Auntie had been damaged in the crash and become unstable. Unable to remember who was friend or foe, she used a magnetic field to subdue all the combatants aside from Windcharger and [[Ravage (G1)|Ravage]], whose magnetic powers enabled them to counter Auntie’s magnetic force. With Ravage's help, Windcharger was able to deactivate Auntie's [[Guardian (Marvel)|Guardian]] battle droid. Once Ravage shut down Auntie, Windcharger used his powers to hurl [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] from the Autobot base.'' {{storylink|Raiders of the Last Ark}}

After witnessing [[Huffer (G1)|Huffer]] accuse [[Sparkplug Witwicky]] of treachery, Windcharger battled the Decepticons once more, but was defeated by [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] along with the rest of the Autobots. {{storylink|The Last Stand}} His deactivated body was strung up from the Ark's ceiling to be used as spare parts. {{storylink|The New Order}}

''Once the Decepticons had been vanquished from the Ark, Guardian was reactivated to guard the ship, full of deactivated Autobots in need of repair. When the few active Autobots returned, they made Windcharger's reactivation a priority so that he could use his magnetic powers to thwart Guardian. Ultimately, however, Windcharger did not get the chance.'' {{storylink|The Wrath of Grimlock!}}

Windcharger and the other Autobots were eventually repaired by [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]]. {{storylink|DIS-Integrated Circuits!}} Some time later, Windcharger was gunned down by Optimus Prime's body when the Decepticons took control of it using a fake head. {{storylink|Prime Time!}}

''When the Autobots were dispatched to locate the missing [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]], all suffering from madness due to circuit damage, Windcharger was assigned to lead "A-Team", which included [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]] and [[Gears (G1)|Gears]]. The three searched for [[Sludge (G1)|Sludge]] in a northern [[California]] swamp, but were captured in a Decepticon ambush led by [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]]. They were later rescued thanks to [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]].'' {{storylink|Dinobot Hunt!}}

===Generation 1 cartoon continuity===
====''The Transformers'' cartoon====
:''Voice actor:'' [[John Stephenson]] (English), [[Keiichi Nanba]] (Japanese)

[[Image:MTMTE2 Windcharger coat.jpg|thumb|right|200px|"A phone booth! I need a phone booth!! ...Also, pants."]]
Windcharger was part of the initial crew of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]], on a mission to seek out new energy sources to fuel their struggle with the Decepticons. {{storylink|More than Meets the Eye, Part 1}} After awakening on Earth over four million years later, Windcharger participated in the unsuccessful Autobot counter-attack on the Decepticon siege of [[Sherman Dam]], which was being run at dangerous capacities to fill the Decepticons' [[Energon cube|energon cubes]]. {{storylink|More than Meets the Eye, Part 2}}

He was also among the group of Autobots who attempted to stop the Decepticons raiding the [[Ruby Crystal Mines of Burma]]. He dressed up in a lab coat during an attempt to trick the Decepticons into attacking a fake rocket base, though it turned out the Decepticons they were fighting were decoys, and he and the other Autobots were forced to try and stop the Decepticons from taking off in their [[Victory (G1)|space cruiser]]. {{storylink|More than Meets the Eye, Part 3}}

When Optimus Prime was severely damaged, Windcharger, [[Brawn (G1)|Brawn]] and [[Gears (G1)|Gears]] went to see how the repairs were going, unaware that [[Laserbeak (G1)|Laserbeak]] had hitched a ride on Brawn's shoulder. He later helped defend headquarters long enough for a new [[cosmotron]] to be retrieved from Cybertron, so Prime could be repaired. {{storylink|Divide and Conquer}} Windcharger attended the unveiling of the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobot]]s, and was knocked over by [[Sludge (G1)|Sludge]] during the ensuing chaos. {{storylink|S.O.S. Dinobots}}

[[Image:FireOnTheMountain Windcharger vehiclemode.jpg|thumb|left|200px]]
Of all the other Autobots, he seemed to be closest to [[Brawn (G1)|Brawn]], judging from their excellent teamwork and friendly banter while journeying with [[Jetfire (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. {{storylink|Fire on the Mountain}}

[[Image:UltimateDoom2 Windcharger tractorbeam.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Windcharger, sitting in the rafters, waving a flashlight in a slow circle. Welcome to the worst rave ever.]]
When [[Sparkplug Witwicky]] was kidnapped by the Decepticons, Windcharger was in the group which tunneled beneath the Decepticon base, using his magnetic field to detect when they'd reached their destination and carrying Sparkplug from the base. Along with the other Autobots, he was unsuccessful in preventing [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] from bringing Cybertron into Earth's orbit. {{storylink|The Ultimate Doom, Part 1}} After [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]] fell into a chasm during the Autobot retreat, Windcharger used his tractor beam to pull the little Autobot out. The eruption of [[Mount St. Hilary|the volcano]] at Autobot HQ blew Windcharger, [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] and [[Huffer (G1)|Huffer]] into the air, necessitating a rescue by Skyfire. {{storylink|The Ultimate Doom, Part 2}}

[[Image:PlagueOfInsecticons Windcharger repulsorfield.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Windcharger's call for help from the sea creatures was unsuccessful. It was answered by a yellow Volkswagen and a kid in a hard hat.]]
After [[Insecticon (G1)|Insecticon]]s were sighted in [[Bali]], Windcharger, Brawn and Bumblebee headed there in Skyfire. They found the Insecticons feeding on a field of hay, but had trouble fighting them off. Windcharger had to set up a repulsor field to stop them from being cut to bits by the spikes from [[Shrapnel (G1)|Shrapnel]]'s grenade. The rest of the Autobots turned up in time to save their bacon, and they pursued the Decepticons to a nearby refinery. {{storylink|A Plague of Insecticons}}

Windcharger was in the group of Autobots who attempted to defend a new Air Force rocket base from the Decepticons. He and Ratchet were taken out by an attack from behind by [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]], who was promptly given the boot by Brawn. Windcharger was OK though, and later helped the other Autobots try to reason with [[Spike Witwicky (G1)|Spike Witwicky]] when the boy was placed in a robot body and went a little nuts. {{storylink|Autobot Spike}} He was hanging around Autobot HQ when [[Teletraan I (G1)|Teletraan I]] detected strange readings from the bottom of the Atlantic, but didn't bother volunteering to go check it out. {{storylink|Atlantis, Arise!}} At one point, he helped the other Autobots construct [[detection plate]]s to increase Headquarter's security grid. {{storylink|Enter the Nightbird}}

[[Image:PrimeProblem Windcharger scrap.jpg|right|thumb|200px|"Silly Windcharger -- did you destroy another good PC with your amazing magnetic powers?" "...A bee flew by and I panicked."]]
Much like the other Autobots, Windcharger was bemused by Optimus Prime's odd behavior after one particular battle, and even more confused when a second Optimus drove into Headquarters. Their test to determine the real Prime proved inconclusive, however the Autobots were alerted by strange energy readings from the crevasse the earlier battle had taken place at. Returning to the scene, they battled the Decepticons again, however Windcharger and Spike spotted Starscream acting oddly, and found Megatron's control center, from which he was controlling the false Prime.

Before they could return to warn the other Autobots, the pair were spotted, and Windcharger was knocked into the crevasse, where he only escaped destruction by transforming — his vehicle mode tires insulated him from the [[korlonium crystal]]s filling the crevasse. He was able to climb out and warn the other Autobots. {{storylink|A Prime Problem}}

[[Image:PrimeTarget Optimus addresses Autobots.jpg|left|thumb|200px|"Why do I bother showing up for roll call when no one ever talks to me?"]]
Windcharger was around when [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] attempted to demonstrate how he'd taught the Dinobots to better control their abilities. It didn't go well. {{storylink|Dinobot Island, Part 1}} When Megatron supercharged himself with the [[Heart of Cybertron]], Windcharger helped defend Headquarters against the Decepticon leader. {{storylink|Microbots}} All of the Autobots were banished from Earth after the Decepticons framed them with an elaborate plan. {{storylink|Megatron's Master Plan, Part 1}} They almost crashed into the sun, but made it back to Earth safely. {{storylink|Megatron's Master Plan, Part 2}}

After a close call with [[Cybertonium]] depletion, Windcharger was around for a ceremony honoring Spike, [[Carly]] and the Dinobots for retrieving more of the valuable substance from Cybertron. {{storylink|Desertion of the Dinobots, Part 2}} He, Huffer and Ironhide blasted Decepticon drones in New York City. {{storylink|Make Tracks}} After [[Tracks (G1)|Tracks]] and Bumblebee disappeared, Windcharger took part in the search. As the other Autobots were picked off by [[Lord Chumley]] and his servant [[Dinsmoore]], Windcharger narrowly escaped one of their fiendish traps. He regrouped at HQ with the other Autobots in time for Chumley to deliver his challenge to Optimus. {{storylink|Prime Target}}

[[Image:WindchargerTFMovie.jpg|right|180px|thumb|He got better... maybe.]]
Windcharger was among the five Autobots who disguised themselves as [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticons]] in order to halt one of Megatron's evil schemes; he [[camouflage paint|camouflaged himself]] as [[Wildrider]]. When the group was forced to become a fake [[Menasor (G1)|Menasor]], Windcharger's magnetic powers were essential to pull the Autobots together for the illusion. {{storylink|Masquerade}}

Windcharger was among the Autobots killed at the [[Battle of Autobot City]]; [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]] pulled his corpse into the shelter of a bunker and laid it alongside that of [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]]. {{storylink|The Transformers: The Movie}}
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====''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers'' comic====
Windcharger greeted [[Kenji]], the Autobots' new human friend, when he came to visit their headquarters in [[Japan]]. Shortly afterwards, the city of Yokohama came under attack from the Decepticons, and Windcharger followed Optimus Prime to the site of the battle. {{storylink|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers issue 4}}

====''Full Throttle Scramble Power!'' comic====
After the Autobots had foiled the Decepticons' [[Omega Whip|latest plan]], Windcharger and dozens of other Autobots arrived at the villains base alongside [[Metroplex (G1)|Scramble City]] to punish them for their misdeeds. {{storylink|Full Throttle Scramble Power!}}

====''Binaltech'' (unused)====
Two BT-16 Honda S-2000 Aero Style bodies were built for Windcharger to use, but the [[Earth Defense Command|EDC]] shuttle they were on disappeared during delivery. One of the BT-16s ended up being possessed by the [[spark]] of a [[Blackarachnia (BW)|future Transformer]], while the other was implanted with an evil [[laser core]] by [[Unicron]] and became [[Decepticharge]].

Or not.

{{Note|Due to the cancellation of ''[[Binaltech]]'' Blackarachnia, this storyline was never used.}}

===Find Your Fate Junior===
When [[Bombshell (G1)|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. {{storylink|Dinobots Strike Back}}

===Deadly Paradise storybook===
[[Image:DeadlyParadise_Windcharger_kills_Starscream.jpg|thumb|right|250px|]]
Windcharger was part of a team of Autobots who traveled to [[Carob Island]] to investigate suspected Decepticon activity. Upon discovering Decepticon machines digging for a unique ore, he helped destroy them using his magnetic abilities. It soon transpired that the Decepticons were forcing local roboticist [[Madame Cee]] to build fake Autobots, and after rescuing [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]] and [[Hound (G1)|Hound]] from her grasp, Windcharger and the others made it to the Decepticon base on the island. They were initially captured and imprisoned, but were soon busted out by [[Prowl (G1)|Prowl]] and started attacking their captors. During the battle, Windcharger grabbed [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] and crushed him to death using the full force of his personal magnetic field. {{storylink|Deadly Paradise}}

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===Dreamwave comics continuity===
{{notekeepers}}
Windcharger was among the crew of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]] when it crashed on [[Earth]], and awoke in 1984 to battle the Decepticons. When the Autobots defeated the Decepticons and planned to return to Cybertron aboard the [[Ark II]], Windcharger was one of many Transformers recovered by Lazarus after the starship exploded over the Arctic. In 2002, the Decepticons broke free of Lazarus' control before the Autobots, and tore through their captive enemies. Optimus Prime and a free group of Autobots did some spot-welding to repair as many comrades as they could in a hurry, but Windcharger was too badly damaged and remained off-line until after the resulting battle in [[San Francisco]] was over. {{storylink|Prime Directive}}

[[Image:NightofCombaticons_Wheeljack_Windcharger_defeated.jpg|thumb|left|200px|This looks familiar....]]
''When Optimus Prime and Megatron joined forces against the U.S. military, Windcharger was on hand with the Autobots in confronting the President's forces. He was one of the first to fall before the assault of the [[Deconstructionite|deconstructionites]]. {{storylink|Fusion (novel)|Fusion}}''

When Shockwave arrived from Cybertron, proclaiming a new era of peace, Optimus Prime and a number of other Autobots were forced to surrender to his fantastically violent security force. Windcharger was left behind on Earth as part of a small unit led by [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]]. {{storylink|Brothers' Burden}} When a group of Decepticons returned to Earth under Starscream's command, Windcharger was deactivated battling the brutal [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]], and left to rust at the bottom of a lake. {{storylink|Night of the Combaticons}} He was eventually brought back on line with the help of [[Earth Defense Command]]. {{storylink|Lost and Found (issue)|Lost and Found}}

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===IDW comics continuity===
[[Image:TheIronAge_Autobots_vs_Decepticons.jpg|thumb|300px|]]
After [[Bumper (G1)|Bumper]] and [[Fastback (G1)|Fastback]] were killed in the line of duty, Windcharger attended their funeral along with the other Autobots working in [[Kaon]] Security Services with [[Sentinel Prime (G1)|Sentinel Prime]]. {{storylink|Megatron Origin issue 3|Megatron Origin #3}}

As the war spread across Cybertron, Windcharger became a soldier in the Autobot army under Optimus Prime's command. When they were defending a city from the Decepticon advancing force, Optimus Prime ordered [[Blurr (G1)|Blurr]] to use his speed to break through the enemy ranks and sow confusion. Windcharger volunteered his own rapid movement, but Optimus Prime rebuffed him due to Blurr's superior speed, and asked Windcharger to hold the line with [[Groove (G1)|Groove]] and [[Prowl (G1)|Prowl]]. After their victory, he was seen at a celebration talking with [[Hound (G1)|Hound]]. {{storylink|The Iron Age}}

Much, much later, Windcharger made it to [[Earth]], along with [[Seaspray (G1)|Seaspray]] and [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]] after the Decepticons wiped out Autobot outposts across the galaxy. {{storylink|Spotlight: Prowl}} At one point, Windcharger was captured by [[Skywatch]], along with [[Gears (G1)|Gears]]. {{storylink|...For All Mankind}}
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==Toys==
===Generation 1===
[[Image:G1Windcharger toy.jpg|right|300px|thumb|What, no face? Ripoff!]]
*'''Windcharger''' (Mini Vehicle, 1984/2003)
**''Japanese ID number'': '''12'''

: Released in the first year of Transformers in the same color as its [[Micro Change|Microchange]] version, and later on in a darker shade of red (coinciding with the addition of the rub mark to the line in 1985), Windcharger transforms into a Pontiac Firebird Trans Am sports car. The Microchange toyline was meant to depict robots that turn into toy cars, which accounts for 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]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Windcharger/windcharger.htm More information on Windcharger at TFU.info]''

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*'''Camaro''' (Robocar, 1985)

:Released in Brazil by [[Estrela]] in 1985, Robocar Camaro was available in two color schemes: red and grey (Windcharger's original colors) and white and grey. Whether or not Robocar Camaro is the same character as the evil [[Malignus]] Camaro is unknown.

:No, he's not actually a Camaro.

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[[Image:AntexCamaro.jpg|thumb|300px|]]

*'''Camaro''' (Robocar, 19??)
:Released in Argentina by [[Antex]] in, Robocar Camaro was available in two color schemes: blue and black and yellow and black. Both toys feature a paper decal based on the original Microchange sticker on the robot mode chest that doesn't particularly like to stay in place thanks to weak glue.

:While Camaro's cardback depicted a white version, it is suspected that this was merely photography of an Estrela toy, and that the white version was never sold in Argentina.

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[[Image:G1-toy WindchargerKeychain.jpg|right|thumb|300px]]
*'''Windcharger''' (Keychain, 2003)

: 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, and no face paint. In Japan, all four keychains were released in blind-packed boxes and were also made as all-black "chase" versions. Windhcarger's black version actually got the silver paint on his face once again.

:This toy was [[redeco]]ed to make the [[BotCon Europe]] [[exclusive]] [[Rook (Universe)|Rook]]

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Cybertron/BlackWindcharger/windcharger.htm More information on the black keychain Windcharger at TFU.info]''
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===Alternators===
[[Image:AltWindcharger toy.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Who am I and what happened to my gun?!!]]
*'''Windcharger''' (Alternator, 2004)
**''Alternator ID number'': '''10'''
**''Accessories'': Engine-shield

: Originally designed to be an updated version of the [[Omnibot (G1)|Omnibot]] [[Overdrive]], it ended up having its name changed to Windcharger by [[Hasbro]] after they were 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. Since Honda's Japanese department had no such objections, however, ''Binaltech'' Overdrive did include an unchanged barrel. Other minor differences include slightly different visors, the paint applications on the front grille, and Overdrive being right-hand drive for Japan, while Windcharger is left-hand drive for the US.

: This mold was [[Retool|retooled]] into [[Decepticharge]], which was planned to be released in Japan as [[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackarachnia]] but ultimately scrapped. It was, however, later released as [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Autobot/AltWindcharger/windcharger.htm More information on ''Alternators'' Windcharger at TFU.info]''
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===Transformers (2010)===
[[Image:TF2010_scout_G1Windcharger.jpg|thumb|300px|Fire, water, air and dirt, ****ing magnets, how do they work?]]
*'''Windcharger''' (Scout, 2010)

:Windcharger transforms into an approximation of a [[Wikipedia:Dodge Charger (LX)|Dodge Charger LX]]. In robot mode, he features flip-out "magnets" in his wrists. His head sculpt is based on the same "modified [[character model|animation model]] head" design as ''[[Alternators]]'' [[Decepticharge]]'s head, which had originally been designed with Windcharger in mind (see below).

:As with several [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|''Transformers'' (2010 toyline)]], he features a heat-sensitive [[rubsign]] as part of Hasbro's "Reveal the Shield" promotional campaign.
{{comingsoontoy}}
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==Merchandise==
===Decoy===
*'''Windcharger''' (Decoy, 1987)
**''Decoy ID number'': '''25'''

:[[Decoy]] Windcharger is a small, red rubber figure depicting his robot mode. Like all Autobot Decoys, he was randomly packaged with [[Throttlebot]]s, [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]], [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]] and [[Technobot (G1)|Technobots]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1986/Autobot/Decoys/Windcharger/windcharger.htm More information on Decoy Windcharger at TFU.info]''

==Notes==
[[Image:Windcharger-COTP01.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Yo, Kup." "Hey. Aren't you dead?" "Nope." "Huh. 'Kay."]]
* Poor ol' Windcharger is the only Autobot who doesn't get a name-check or a chance to use his special powers at any point during the show's three-part pilot, "[[More than Meets the Eye (episode)|More than Meets the Eye]]". In fact, he doesn't even get to ''speak'' until "[[Divide and Conquer]]". All he gets to do is get beat up by [[Reflector (G1)|Reflector]].

* 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)|Wheeljack]]) is unknown.

* The retool of ''[[Alternators]]'' [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] was originally planned to be Windcharger (presumably in red), with the vehicle mode being a convertible. Ultimately, however, the toy ended up as [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] instead, with a new head sculpt. The head sculpt originally intended for Ford-Windcharger eventually ended up being used for the retool of the actual "Windcharger" toy (the Honda S2000 mold) instead, now named "[[Decepticharge]]".

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

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[[Category:Generation 1 characters]]
[[Category:Mini Vehicles]]
[[Category:Transformers 2010 toyline characters]]

Lugnut (TF 2010)

2010-10-16T22:14:01Z

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{{faction|decepticon}}
{{disambig3|Lugnut}}
:''Lugnut is a [[Decepticon]] from the [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|2010 ''Transformers'' toyline.]]''

[[Image:TF2010toy-Lugnut.jpg|right|thumb|400px|Atomic robo.]]

'''Lugnut''' is a Decepticon bomber. He is [[Lugnut (Animated)|GLORIOUS]]!

==Toys==
===''Transformers'' (2010)===
*'''Lugnut''' (Voyager Class, 2011)
:Part of wave 4 of the [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|2010 ''Transformers'' toyline]], Lugnut transforms into an amalgamation of various World War II-era bombers, and has a shark-tooth deco on the cabin similar to ''Animated'' Atomic Lugnut. As he is part of the "[[Reveal the Shield]]" promotion, he also has a [[rubsign]]. His tail has a spring loaded missle launcher.

{{comingsoontoy}}

===''United''===
*'''Lugnut''' (Voyager Class, 2011)

: ''Transformers'' Lugnut will be released in Japan in the ''[[United (toyline)|Transformers United]]'' toyline, with a more detailed paint deco scheme. Notably, he has extensive use of metallic purple paint, to better match the Japanese release of ''[[Transformers Animated (toyline)|Transformers Animated]]'' [[Lugnut (Animated)|Lugnut]], though, for some reason Lugnut's head is purple instead of green.

{{comingsoontoy}}
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==Notes==
* Lugnut's design, we're sure you're astounded to find, is heavily influenced by [[Lugnut (Animated)|his namesake]]. This time however, he's actually cycloptic.
* Lugnut's designation of LU-6 NU-7 is essentially just turning his name into a designation by changing a few letters into numbers. These types of puns are not [[Whirl (ROTF)|unheard of]].

[[Category: Decepticons]]
[[Category: Upcoming toy releases]]
[[Category: Transformers 2010 toyline characters]]
[[Category: Toy-only characters]]
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Lugnut (TF 2010)

2010-10-16T22:13:39Z

77.100.54.141: /* Transformers (2010) */

{{faction|decepticon}}
{{disambig3|Lugnut}}
:''Lugnut is a [[Decepticon]] from the [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|2010 ''Transformers'' toyline.]]''

[[Image:TF2010toy-Lugnut.jpg|right|thumb|400px|Atomic robo.]]

'''Lugnut''' is a Decepticon bomber. He is [[Lugnut (Animated)|GLORIOUS]]!

==Toys==
===''Transformers'' (2010)===
*'''Lugnut''' (Voyager Class, 2011)
:Part of wave 4 of the [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|2010 ''Transformers'' toyline]], Lugnut transforms into an amalgamation of various World War II-era bombers, and has a shark-tooth deco on the cabin similar to ''Animated'' Atomic Lugnut. As he is part of the "[[Reveal the Shield]]" promotion, he also has a [[rubsign]].His tail has a spring loaded missle launcher.

{{comingsoontoy}}

===''United''===
*'''Lugnut''' (Voyager Class, 2011)

: ''Transformers'' Lugnut will be released in Japan in the ''[[United (toyline)|Transformers United]]'' toyline, with a more detailed paint deco scheme. Notably, he has extensive use of metallic purple paint, to better match the Japanese release of ''[[Transformers Animated (toyline)|Transformers Animated]]'' [[Lugnut (Animated)|Lugnut]], though, for some reason Lugnut's head is purple instead of green.

{{comingsoontoy}}
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==Notes==
* Lugnut's design, we're sure you're astounded to find, is heavily influenced by [[Lugnut (Animated)|his namesake]]. This time however, he's actually cycloptic.
* Lugnut's designation of LU-6 NU-7 is essentially just turning his name into a designation by changing a few letters into numbers. These types of puns are not [[Whirl (ROTF)|unheard of]].

[[Category: Decepticons]]
[[Category: Upcoming toy releases]]
[[Category: Transformers 2010 toyline characters]]
[[Category: Toy-only characters]]
[[Category:United]]

Spotlight: Blurr

2010-10-16T16:02:51Z

77.100.54.141: /* Errors */

{{comicstory|seriesissue=[[Spotlight (comics)|''The Transformers: Spotlight'']]'' #20''
|prev=Spotlight: Sideswipe
|next=Spotlight: Jazz
|title="The Transformers Spotlight: Blurr"
|image=Spotlight Blurr a.jpg
|caption=I'm so great even '''''I''''' can't believe it!
|publisher=[[IDW Publishing]]
|date=[[November 5]], [[2008]]
|coverdate=November 2008
|written by=[[Shane McCarthy]]
|art by=[[Casey Coller]]
|colors by=[[Joana Lafuente]]
|letters by=[[Neil Uyetake]]
|edits by=[[Denton J. Tipton]]
|chronology=[[IDW timeline#1,000,000+ years ago|Pre-Great War]]
|continuity=[[IDW Generation 1 continuity|IDW continuity]]
}}
'''At the end of Cybertron's Golden Age, Blurr must make a choice between being a celebrity or a hero.'''

==Synopsis==
Blurr is the undefeated superstar champion of Cybertron's [[Cybertronian sport|racing circuits]]. His success on the race track has made him an arrogant and distant individual, though. Following another victory he promises to celebrate with his pit crew (whose names he can't remember), only to reveal he intends to celebrate at [[The Circle]], a nightclub only the elite of Cybertron can gain access to.

[[Image:Spotlight Blurr simultronic.jpg|left|200px|thumb|If you're down he'll pick you up, Doctor Robert. Take a drink from his special cup, Doctor Robert.]]
Blurr's world comes crashing down, however, after a Decepticon terrorist attack blows up the racing track. The manager of the races is ordered by the new Prime, [[Zeta Prime]], to shut down the races in the name of public safety.
Blurr runs into the lead tech on his pit crew, a bot named <s>Parton</s> Piston, in the race locker rooms. Blurr is surprised to see Piston clearing out his stuff, explaining that the races may very well return. Piston laments that they wouldn't matter even if they did return, as the Decepticon uprising is turning into an all-out civil war. Piston has opted to sign up with the Autobots, hoping to make something more of himself. Blurr refuses Piston's offer to join him among the Autobot ranks, declaring "The races might be over, but the parties aren't."

Blurr then arrives at The Circle to find it deserted. Bummer.

The bar's proprietor is shocked that Blurr didn't seem to notice the city's descent into the civil war. Hoping to drown his sorrows with a bottle of Energon and an alternate reality generator, the race champion is interrupted by Starscream, who presents himself as "a friend." Blurr tells Starscream that the thrill of knowing what he's doing matters is what he loves about racing. Starscream then tells Blurr that his devotion to victory on the race track can lead to greater things, if he would only rebel against the weak regime and the Autobots who hold him down. Starscream remarks that when the time comes Blurr will know what to do.

Leaving The Circle, Blurr transforms to take a mind-clearing drive, only to enter into a war zone. Saved by Ironhide, he's rushed into the Autobot position. There he sees the dead bodies of Piston and his former racing comrade Fasttrack, early victims of the Autobot/Decepticon conflict. He then meets a young Autobot named Optimus who explains to Blurr that his unique gift of making decisions in an instant is one he envies, and that Blurr would make a superb soldier, if he only turned his focus and drive outward instead of inward. Optimus then explains that the Decepticon group he and his team mates are fighting are an assassination squad, whose target is none other than the Autobot Commander Zeta Prime himself. Optimus' team can't communicate with Zeta's HQ, as the Decepticons are using Soundwave to block all transmissions in the area. Only Blurr is fast enough to break through the Decepticon line and warn Prime of the impending threat on his life.

After a heated exchange in which Optimus explains Cybertron's "Golden Age" only left the planet's rulers weak, and that the Decepticons are taking advantage of that weakness, the future Prime offers Blurr a spot within the Autobot ranks. After thinking it through Blurr rushes off, breaking through the Decepticon barricade (and a few Decepticons as well), toward Zeta Prime's citadel headquarters.

As he speeds toward his objective, Blurr feels pride in the knowledge that what he's doing really matters.
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==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
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* [[Blurr (G1)|Blurr]] (1)
* [[Piston]] (2)
* [[Ironhide (G1)|Ironhide]] (5)
* [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus]] (6)
* [[Kup (G1)|Kup]] (7)
|c2=
*[[Fasttrack (IDW)|Fasttrack]] (3)
*[[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] (4)
*[[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]] (8)
}}

==Quotes==
"Check that out... "simultronic" reality inside reality." 
"Brain fry. Who could ever want to run away from a world like this?" 

:—'''Blurr''' and '''Fasttrack''' discuss drug addictions.

"If this is going to be ''another'' conversation about how cold and arrogant I am, trust me, I've heard it '''all''' before." 

:—'''Blurr''' gets tired of criticism.

"The crowds. When I can feel them behind me. The lights. The roar. And that one moment, that one single moment, when I know what I'm doing really matters." 

:—'''Blurr''', showing he is more than just a pretty face.

"You're wasting your time, kid. This one's just a pampered, arrogant, little upstart." 

:—'''Kup''' doesn't have time to deal with turbo-revvin' young punks.

== Errors ==
* Starscream gains a Decepticon symbol on his left shoulder that wasn't there on the previous page where he first appeared.

== Items of note ==
* '''Cameos:''' Blurr's limo bears a striking resemblance to ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Animated]]'' [[Bulkhead (Animated)|Bulkhead]].
* While getting hammered at the bar, the drinking vessels used to imbibe liquid [[Energon (fuel)|energon]] are cube-shaped, so when full, they look just like mini old skool G1 energon cubes.

* Blurr's IDWverse design includes stylised Mercury-style wing shapes on the sides of his helmet, in either a classical evocation, or a more pop-cultural reference to [[wikipedia:The_Flash|The Flash]].
* Starscream's design in the issue is inconsistent with that shown in ''[[Megatron Origin]]''. This is annoying.
* The [[Mouthplate|mouthplateless]] Pre-Prime Optimus is also inconsistent with that shown in ''Megatron Origin'' (well, his back, anyway), but this design ''is'' a pointed homage to Orion Pax. Artist Casey Coller stated that the design was [[Guido Guidi]]'s. [http://www.allspark.com/forums/index.php?s=&showtopic=64104&view=findpost&p=1380927]
* Optimus' backpack bears a strong resemblance to the canopy of the "artillery robot" in his G1 toy's Combat Deck.

===Covers (3)===
* '''Cover A:''' Blurr on a sports magazine cover; art by [[Casey Coller]] with colors by [[Joana Lafuente]].
* '''Cover B:''' A monochromatic stylized, and rather art-deco image of Burr sprinting by [[Trevor Hutchison]].
* '''Cover RI:''' Sketch cover of Blurr and his enormous shoulders, by [[Guido Guidi]].
<gallery>
Image:Spotlight_Blurr_a.jpg|Do you think Blurr would be interviewed by [[Eject]]?
Image:Spotlight_Blurr_cvrB.JPG|Run, run, run as fast as you can. You can't catch me, I'm the Gingerbread Man!
Image:Spotlight_Blurr_RI.jpg|[[JaAm|ShOulDerZ HurT]]
</gallery>

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[[Category:Spotlight issues|Blurr]]

Jack (ROTF)

2010-10-10T18:04:01Z

77.100.54.141: /* Cyber Missions */

{{disambig3|Jack}}
:''Jack is a [[human]] from the [[Cyber Missions]] portion of the [[Revenge of the Fallen (franchise)|Revenge of the Fallen]] portion of the [[Movie continuity]].''

[[Image:JackCyberMissions10.jpg|thumb|right|350px]]

'''Jack''' seems to be a soldier.

==Fiction==
===Cyber Missions===
In a remote jungle area, [[Mindwipe (ROTF)|Mindwipe]] hypnotized Jack and interrogated him about the location of some [[Energon (fuel)|Energon]]. by reading his mind Jack said that [[Ratchet (Movie)|Ratchet]] and [[Sideswipe (ROTF)|Sideswipe]] were transporting the Energon over a mountain road to a more secure location. Mindwipe threw Jack to the ground and took off after the Energon. Jack didn't look to be in very good shape. {{storylink|Cyber Missions 10}}

==Notes==
[[Image:IronhideDriverCyberMissions.jpg|right|thumb|200px|[[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]]'s [[hologram|holographic]] driver.]]
*Jack's name is visible on his name tag. If he is in the military, then "Jack" is probably his last name.
* [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] has a [[hologram|holographic]] driver that looks exactly like Jack.

[[Category:Cartoon-only characters]]
[[Category:Cyber Missions characters]]
[[Category:Humans]]

Megatron (Movie)/toys

2010-10-02T19:36:03Z

77.100.54.141: /* Robot Heroes */

'''[[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]]''' got the Hollywood bad-guy treatment, and therefore got truckloads of toys too!

==Toys==
===Transformers (2007)===
====Legends Class toys====
[[Image:Movie Legends Megatron toy.jpg|right|180px|thumb|Just what the hell do I turn into?]]
*'''Megatron''' (Legends Class, 2007)
**''Japanese name:'' '''EZ Collection Megatron'''
:[[Legends Class]] Megatron is the smallest mainline ''Movie'' Megatron toy. The sheer simplicity of the Legends class toy means that his vehicle mode is basically his robot mode splayed out. His robot mode is passably accurate, but has the Alien Queen-esque head design that was replaced with the finalized design after this figure's production (though due to the lack of detail, it can also be interpreted as his current head design).
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*'''Generations Legends''' (Target exclusive multi-pack, 2007)
[[Image:TargetGenerationsLegends.jpg|thumb|Megatron is quite beside himself.]]
:A [[Target]] [[exclusive]], this four-pack of Legends Class figures contains two versions of both Optimus Prime and Megatron, namely [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Legends of Cybertron Optimus Prime]], [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Movie Legends Optimus Prime]], [[Megatron (Armada)|Legends of Cybertron Megatron]] and Movie Legends Megatron.
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[[Image:Movie Allspark Legends pack.jpg|right|150px|thumb|"Quick, Bumblebee! You hold up Megatron, I'll just fight with the others!" "...I hate you."]]
*'''Battle for the Allspark''' (Toys'R'Us exclusive multi-pack, 2007)
:A [[Toys"R"Us]] exclusive, this six-pack of Legends Class figures contains unmodified toys of [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]], [[Jazz (Movie)|Jazz]], [[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]], Megatron, [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] and [[Barricade (Movie)|Barricade]].
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[[Image:Movie Legends JazzIceMegatron toys.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Wow, those guys sure do grow up fast... No, wait. They're still puny.]]
*'''Battle Jazz vs. Ice Megatron''' (Legends multi-pack, 2008)
:Ice Megatron is a, well, ice-themed redeco of Legends Class Megatron, which means his black paint applications have been replaced by blue. He comes packed with yet another redeco of Legends class Jazz, this time "battle damaged".
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====Voyager Class toys====
[[Image:Movie Voyager Megatron toy.jpg|right|250px|thumb|Hey, I think I'm as weird as the ''[[The War Within|War Within]]'' figures! ...nah, not there yet.]]
*'''Megatron''' (Voyager Class, 2007)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''MD-14'''
**''Accessories:'' Projectile
:Voyager Class Megatron transforms into an ice-covered version of his Cybertronic jet, with transparent blue plastic forming large portions of his vehicle mode, such as parts of his wings. This ice design is carried onto his robot mode, with his legs, shoulders and chest having some kind of 'ice' plastic covering them. With a significantly different (and simple compared to other figures of the same pricepoint) transformation sequence compared to his earlier Leader class toy, his chest frost lowers and his shoulders raise to robot mode position when you bring his lower body forward thanks to [[Automorph Technology|Automorph]] technology. He also has his fusion cannon in its entirety on his left arm. His wings feature flip-out "ice blades", and pulling on a piece in the back of his jet mode brings them forward like pincer claws. This design is remarkably similar to his Predacon- incarnation toys.

:Something interesting to note is that his feet are entirely spring-loaded, which means his foot and the two "rear toes" on each feet automatically close up when he's not standing up. Surprisingly, this helps a lot with the posing, as the feet parts automatically position themselves for the perfect balance.
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[[Image:Movie Voyager Premium Megatron.jpg|right|250px|thumb|]]
*'''Megatron''' ("Premium Series" Voyager Class, 2007)
**''Accessories:'' Projectile
:One of the first figures available in the ''[[Premium Series]]'' (although not explicitly identified on the packaging as such), Voyager Class Megatron was released exclusively at Best Buy on October 16th, 2007 alongside the North American launch of the ''Transformers'' movie DVD. Megatron has been completely redecoed, covering most of his previously grey parts with metallic silver paint and a black paint wash over the top of that. Black and gold highlights are used to offset all of the silver, while the transparent 'ice' parts are clear. These changes essentially make Megatron far more accurate to his movie appearance.

:Megatron is presented in robot mode inside a special display box similar in shape to the packaging for the Hasbro release of ''Generation 1'' ''Masterpiece'' [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]].
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*'''Battle Over Mission City Megatron (Two-Pack)''' ("Screen Battles" Voyager Class, 2008)
**''Accessories:'' Projectile
:A Target exclusive [[repaint]] of Voyager Class Megatron in primarily beige and chocolate brown colors with brown paintwashes, this version replaces the ice colored translucent plastic with two shades of translucent orange to replicate a look that resembles Megatron's fiery demise (or atmospheric re-entry). Unlike the previous releases, this version's wings are painted to match the body color, so they give the appearance of molten slag. This version was only available in a two-pack with a mostly unchanged Deluxe Class [[Jazz (Movie)|Final Battle Jazz]] in reference to their fight on the skyscraper featured in the film. As the colors on this Megatron are very similar to the colors on the Screen Battles version of Voyager Class [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]], it might be assumed that those two sets are meant to also represent the climactic final battle at the end of the film.
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====Leader Class toys====
[[Image:Movie Leader Megatron toy.jpg|right|300px|thumb|]]
*'''Megatron''' (Leader Class, 2007)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''MD-07'''
:Leader Class ''Movie'' Megatron transforms into a silver Cybertronic assault jet. In robot mode, Megatron's right fist disconnects at the wrist to become the spiked end of the extendable "chain whip" weapon concealed within his forearm; pressing the black switch on the arm pulls the chain taut for a whipping attack. His arms also link together at the wrists to form a "[[fusion cannon]]," with the pod on his left forearm concealing the weapon's [[Automorph Technology|Automorph]]ing twin barrels, exposed by pulling a switch. His other automorph features include his wings folding up as his vehicle nosecone is moved into place, and his feet unfolding as his knees are straightened. Finally, pressing the button on his waist activates a small friction motor, which moves various torso plates and blades on his back into place, accompanied by a metallic shrieking sound and flashing yellow lights.

:Megatron's instructions summarily fail to actually tell the reader about how his gimmicks work. The whipping-action black switch for his flail is not mentioned; they do not detail how to connect the arms for fusion cannon mode; and the fact that the cannon is on a slider, allowing it to be center-aligned, rather than sitting off to one side, is also omitted.

:There is an error in Megatron's legs, in that his left and right hip joints have been swapped for reasons unknown. Switching them allows for a slightly smoother transformation. In addition to ''that'', both of Megatron's hands have a finger misassembly. Two pieces are molded to have two fingers, while one is obviously supposed to be a thumb–however, this thumb is on the 'outside' of his hands instead of the inside. The prototype on the packaging's stock photos show the correct assembly.

:Possibly a dropped feature [[for safety reasons]], the right fist (partly a projectile tethered to the arm) is designed to launch out of his wrist via a spring-loaded firing mechanism. However, the spring for the launching mechanism was removed, though the firing trigger remains. One can either find a compatible spring or steal the spring in his left arm fusion cannon, then place it in his right forearm, though this disables his fusion cannon-retracting Automorph.
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[[Image:Premium Movie Megs.JPG|right|300px|thumb|"Hey, I got a tan!"]]
*'''Megatron''' ("Premium Series" Leader Class, 2008)
:Premium Megatron is a redeco of the previously released Leader Class Megatron. The figure is now given far more movie-accurate paint applications of black, gold, & silver. Premium Megatron also features the classic transformation sound when the chest Automorph function is activated. The original "metal shriek" sound is retained when the sound button is pressed in vehicle mode.

:In the promotional photos of the toy, this version was pictured with a new vehicle mode face cover that fit the new head better. However, this retool was apparently dropped before actual production but can still be seen on the box back photography. All manufacturing errors from the first release are still present.

:Unlike some of the early "Premium Series" toys, Premium Leader Megatron was mass-released at a variety of retailers, instead of being an exclusive to any particular store.
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====Fast Action Battlers====
[[Image:Movie FAB Megatron.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Just back from filming ''Predator 3'']]
*'''Fusion Blast Megatron''' ([[Fast Action Battler]], 2007)
**''Japanese ID number:''
**''Accessories:'' 2 projectiles
:Fusion Blast Megatron is a simple version of Megatron with dorky-looking proportions in robot mode, and it turns into an even dorkier-looking vehicle mode. The transformation sequence manages to be even more simple and non-involved than the other ''Movie'' Megatron toys by means of an Automorph feature very similar to the early Beast Wars flipchangers. Moving his back section down causes the torso to flip up, hiding the head and positioning the arms skywards. Though the figure requires a little more repositioning and folding, most of the transformation is done with a single step.
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[[Image:NA megatron FAB.JPG|right|200px|thumb|]]
*'''Night Attack Megatron''' (Fast Action Battler, 2008)
**''Accessories:'' 2 projectiles
:A redeco of Fast Action Battler Megatron, this time cast primarily in black plastic, with opaque grey missiles.
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====Robot Replicas====
[[Image:Mov2007-toy RobotReplicas Megatron.JPG|right|150px|thumb|This is heavy, man!]]
*'''Megatron''' (Robot Replica, 2007)
**''Accessories:'' Fusion Cannon
:As part of the [[Robot Replicas]] sub-line, this version of Megatron is a non-transforming action figure that hews very close to the movie's CGI model. It features joints similar to the [[Revoltech]] toys, though the elbows only turn from side-to-side, giving him extremely limited arm articulation. His forearms can be replaced with his fusion cannon accessory (or any other arm attachments from other Robot Replicas, which could lead to some fun Frankensteins).

*'''Megatron vs. Optimus Prime''' (Multi-pack, 2007)

: This [[Walmart]]-exclusive two-pack includes "battle-damaged" redecos of Robot Replicas Megatron and [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]].

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====Titanium Series====
[[Image:Movie TitaniumRM Megatron.jpg|right|130px|thumb|]]
*'''Megatron''' (3" Robot Masters, 2007)
**''Accessories:'' Movie-style Decepticon sigil display stand
:''[[Titanium Series]]'' Megatron is a die-cast metal and plastic figurine, with an accurate sculpt based on the CG model owing to the fact he doesn't need to transform. Being a figurine, he only has articulation in his shoulders, neck and waist. Megatron comes with a Movie-style Decepticon symbol display stand.
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====Attacktix====
*'''Battle Masters Megatron and Scorponok''' (Battle Master set)
[[Image:Attacktix-MovMegsScorp.jpg|right|150px|thumb|HADOOOUKEN!]]
:One of the many casualties of the shelving of Hasbro's ''[[Attacktix]]'' line was this Battle Master set featuring Megatron and [[Scorponok (Movie)|Scorponok]].

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===Revenge of the Fallen===
====Legends Class toys====
[[Image:Megatron ROTF Legends toy.jpg|After enduring countless "What do I turn into" captions, Michael Bay started from scratch.|right|thumb|300px]]
*'''Megatron''' (Legends, 2009)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''EZ-02'''

:Megatron transforms from a reasonably accurate version of his movie robot mode to a reasonably accurate version of his tank mode (with a teeny extra Megatron face in his groin, without paint details probably to avoid creepiness). He has ball-jointed shoulders and hips in robot mode, plus elbow and knee joints. His alt-mode turret is formed by merging his left and right arms, which is a neat callback to the first movie's fusion cannon, but means the turret can't rotate side to side, only pivot at the barrel.
:Several samples suffer from a disconnected lower left leg, which should be connected to the metal rod inside the upper leg. While the loose appendage cannot be repaired without extensive tooling, the upper leg is tight enough to prevent the leg from falling out during display or careful play.

:A "Battle Damaged" variant appears in the second wave of EZ Collection, featuring more elaborate, weathered paint appplications.

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====Voyager Class toys====
[[Image:ROTF_Voyager_Megatron_toy.jpg|thumb|300px|First blue, then green. Watch, in the next movie, it'll be red.]]
*'''Megatron''' (Voyager, 2009)
**''Japanese ID number:''
**''Accessories:'' Missile

:The second mainline ''[[Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' Megatron toy is more slender than the larger Leader class Megatron, as it was based (more or less) on the finalized Megatron design, and as such, features a sleeker tank mode, a large lobster-claw like right arm and a normal-sized left arm. Unlike the larger toy, the Voyager's firing missile is located on the left arm, though the end is still sculpted to look like a set of fingers, and he also wears the entire top of the tank as a [[kibble]] backpack instead of having jet turbines like the Leader class toy. For some reason, he's also green (thankfully less so than the stock image pictured here).

:He features two Mech Alive gimmicks. Turning his waist also turns internal gears in his chest, while bending his right elbow makes a blade extend in and out of his claw.
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[[Image:ROTFtoy-GatheringattheNemesis.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Pay no attention to my translucent parts!]]
*'''Gathering At Nemesis''' (Figure multipack, 2009)
**''Accessories:'' Missile

:This [[Toys"R"Us]]-exclusive three pack includes a redeco of Megatron's Voyager class toy from the first movie, as well as the Voyager class [[The Fallen]] and a redeco of Deluxe class [[Soundwave (ROTF)|Soundwave]].

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====Leader Class toys====
[[Image:ROTF_Leader_Megatron.jpg|thumb|300px|Beefcake!]]
*'''Megatron''' (Leader, 2009)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''RD-01'''
**''Accessories:'' Missile

:The first and largest ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Megatron toy is based on an earlier design for Megatron that differs slightly from the final CG model. This design is more bulky and hunchbacked than the final design, has a right arm with a shoulder pad that doubles as a bladed shield, and also has a very short and gimpy left arm. Like the Voyager Class toy, he also features feet that do not look like the CGI model, which has large two-toed feet formed by the tank treads rather than flat, clawed feet that resemble those of the first movie's design. Leaving the feet retracted creates a more movie-accurate appearance when the legs are viewed from the front (when viewed from the side, Megatron's legs look like stubs).

:The figure transforms into a Cybertronian tank, though it lacks the wings seen in the film and is also less streamlined. In robot mode, Megatron's entire lower right arm is a spring-loaded missile launcher and the tank turret's armour/shroud can be mechanically repositioned to partially cover the cannon, with flip-out sword blade, as seen in the early concept design. Due to the amount of [[Gimmick|gimmickry]] involved, the right arm has no elbow.

:Pressing the Decepticon symbol-emblazoned button on his chest activates his light, [[Mech Alive]], and voice sound effects ("I am Megatron!"). The Mech Alive mechanics involve shaking his head to and fro while panels in his chest shudder. The European release (sold in the UK and non-English speaking countries) proclaims just simply "Megatron!" with laughter. After a month or two, the American release became available in the UK as well as the Canadian province of Quebec, while English Canada (which usually stocks the American release) somehow got the European version in some areas.

:Interestingly, [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|while]] [[Starscream (Movie)|other]] [[Demolishor (ROTF)|figures]] in the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' line suffered mold simplifications from budget cuts, Megatron got mold ''additions''. Hasbo's stock pictures depict a vastly different and much smaller shield which lacks the outer claw prongs and has different detailing, and there is no evidence that the flip-down feet had been implemented at all. These late mold changes may have been done to slightly increase the toy's accuracy to his movie depiction and, in the case of the flip-down feet, to make Megatron look like he actually has ''feet'' rather than stubs to walk on.
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[[Image:ROFTMegatronWCamshaft.jpg|thumb|250px|]]
*'''Megatron''' with '''Autobot Camshaft''' (Leader value pack, 2009)
**''Accessories:'' Missile

: This [[Walmart]] exclusive value pack featured an unchanged Leader-class Megatron sold with an unchanged [[Camshaft (Movie)|Camshaft]] from the first movie toyline. They came packaged in a special wider box and were sold for the same price as a normal Leader toy.

:Leader-class ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Optimus Prime was available in a similar value pack at the same time, which likewise included Camshaft.

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[[Image:ROTFtoy-MegatronLeaderShadowCommand.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]
*'''Shadow Command Megatron''' (Leader, 2010)
**''Accessories:'' Missile

:Shadow Command Megatron, as the name suggests, is a mostly black redeco of Leader class Megatron, which much resembles the previous Fast Action Battlers ''Night Attack Megatron'' redeco. The figure sports more paint applications than the first release. The voice chip has been changed, instead of saying "I am Megatron!" like the initial release, it says "There is no command but mine!". The blast sound effect has also been changed to a laser sound, and a G1-esque sound effect plays when rotating Megatron's legs during transformation.

:Initial shipments of Shadow Command Megatron have a minor misassembly in his right shoulder that causes the laser sound effect to go off only when his arm is pointing backwards, as opposed to forward. It is fixable, but only after knocking out a pin.
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====Fast Action Battlers====
[[Image:ROTF_FAB_Megatron_toy.jpg|thumb|300px|I sure hope [[Wikipedia:Metal_Slug_(series)|SNK]] don't sue...]]
*'''Cannon Blast Megatron''' (Fast Action Battler, 2009)
**''Accessories'' Projectile

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====Power Bots====
[[Image:ROTF_PowerBots_Megatron.jpg|thumb|150px|Super Fighting Robot—MEGAMAN!]]
*'''Megatron''' (Power Bot, 2009)

:The [[Power Bots]] version of Megatron is a large, sturdy action figure for younger children. Pressing the various Decepticon symbol buttons activates battle phrases, sound effects and light-up eyes, although for the European release, almost all of the battle phrases were cut in order to avoid language barriers (except for the occasional nonsensical utterance of "Decepticon!" and "Megatron!" among a huge, long string of blasting noises).
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====Robot Replicas====
[[Image:ROTF-toy_RobotReplicas_Megatron.jpg|thumb|200px|I swear his chest is someone's face. Well, [[Mudflap (ROTF)|some 'bots can sympathize with that]].]]
*'''Megatron''' (Robot Replica, 2009)

:This non-transformable Megatron action figure was ''supposed'' to be very movie-accurate, but is actually a combination of the bulkier, earlier design used for his Leader class toy and the more slender final design used for the Voyager class toy. Although his arms are normal-sized and the right arm has the "lobster claw" seen in the final design, Megatron appears hunchbacked due to the fact that he has no neck (though not to the same extent as the Leader class toy).
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====Burger King====
[[Image:ROTFtoy-RiseofMegatron.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Darn that [[Soundwave (ROTF)|Soundwave]]. ''*yyywaaawwwwwwn*'']]
* '''Rise of Megatron''' (Kids meal toy, 2009)

: Rise of Megatron has a pull-back motor and can "transform" between flying tank and robot modes, both of which are quite inaccurate. The tank mode lacks a cannon, while the robot mode lacks legs for purposes of the toy's own gimmick. Megatron's robot mode torso also looks quite deformed and odd compared to the CG model in the movie, with features such as a round mouth, huge arms, and symmetrical (huge) shoulders.
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====Battle Chargers====
[[Image:ROTF-toy_BattleChargers_Megatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px|''Two'' faces? Optimus is going to have a field day with this.]]
* '''Megatron''' (Battle Charger, 2010)

:Part of the [[Robot Powered Machines]] subline, Battle Charger Megatron is a rounded-off tank with a [[pull-back motor]]. When pulled back and let go, his turret flips open and a cutesified depiction of his robot mode pops out. Amusingly, because of the tank mode featuring Megatron's face, he ends up with two faces in "robot mode".

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===Transformers (2010)===
====Activators====
[[Image:TF2010-toy_Activators_Megatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Sadly, this is the most accurate-looking one.]]
*'''Megatron''' (Activator, 2010)

:''[[Activators]]'' Megatron is a simple, [[Size class|Deluxe]]-sized toy based on his ''Revenge of the Fallen'' incarnation. He features [[autotransformation]] from tank mode to robot mode, activated via the press of a button.
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====Legends Class Toys====
[[Image:TF2010toy-VictoryofTheFallen.jpg|right|thumb|350px|"Such heroic nonsense."]]
*'''The Victory of The Fallen''' (Kmart Exclusive Legends 5-pack, 2010)

:Megatron is a khaki redeco of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends class mold with a dark brown chest. He comes with redecos of [[The Fallen]], [[Starscream (Movie)/toys|Starscream]], [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys|Optimus Prime]], and [[Jetfire (ROTF)|Jetfire]].
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==Merchandise==
===Transformers (2007)===
[[Image:GummyCandyFront.jpg|right|100px|thumb|"Oh, How hideously (and deliciously) ironic!"]]
*'''Transformers Gummy Candy''' (2006)
:Made by the [[Frankford Candy & Chocolate Company]] at the behest of [[Hasbro|Hasbro's]] Cap Candy Company unit, this large Megatron-shaped [[Transformers Gummy Candy|gummy candy]] was available throughout 2006 to 2007. Also available was an [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]] and [[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]]-shaped gummy candies.
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===3D Battle-Card Game===
[[Image:3DBattleCard_Megatron.jpg|thumb|right|250px|]]
*'''Megatron''' (3D Battle-Card, 2007)
**''Card number'': '''20'''

: Megatron is a 53-point "Rare" piece in the [[3D Battle-Card Game]]. Constructed of punch-out pieces from plastic cards, he can be assembled into either his robot mode or alien jet mode. His card construction was reused for the enigmatic [[Sky Lynx (Energon Wars)|Sky Lynx]] card in the game's "Energon Wars" expansion.

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===Battling Robots Bubble Bath===
*'''Megatron''' (2007)
[[Image:Megatron bubblebath.jpg|right|120px|thumb|"This is why I hate merchandising."]]
:Megatron's torso attaches to the bottle of bubble bath. His elbows bend, and his arms have a punching gimmick, to allow him to battle the forces of good. Pushing a lever on either side makes the respective fist punch forward. He's removable, though not as easily held without the bottle below his waist. Like many pieces of Megatron merchandise, this "figure" uses the older head design with blue eyes. The blue eyes are also the only spot of paint on him, unlike the elaborately decoed Prime.
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*'''Megatron''' Burger King free toy (2007)
:A non-transformable version of Megatron, cast primarily in gray plastic. The toy's entire "gimmick" is that both arms rotate at the shoulder. Due to the strict [[For safety reasons|protocols]] of making a fast food premium, Megatron's sharp and deadly design was forced to be smoothed out. This had the unfortunate effect of making his sculpted details meld together and looking less like a killer robot and more like a melted clay man. The toy ''appears'' to use the earlier head render of Megatron's, but due to the vague detail and paint job, may also not be.

:The toy also comes with a purple plastic Decepticon base and a lenticular motion card with a surprising amount of frames of animation. These two pieces may in fact be the better part of the package.

====Basic Fun====
*'''Megatron''' (Figural keychain assortment, 2007)
: Produced by [[Basic Fun]], this keychain is a likeness of Megatron's robot mode with articulated arms, legs, head, waist, and a keyring sticking out of his ass.
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====Transformers Movie Danglers====
[[Image:Movie Megatron dangler.jpg|right|200px|thumb|No, that's not his back, that's his actual face.]]
*'''Megatron''' (2007)
:Released by [[Tomy Yujin]] in November 2007<ref name="TomyYujin">[http://www.gachausa.com/products/transformers.asp Tomy Yujin ''Transformers'' page]</ref> for the [[Danglers Collection]], this toy is a weird plastic [[super deformed]] version of Megatron that pops out his vehicle mode when you squeeze him. This little figurine has a little strap on it so that it can be put on cell phones or portable gaming devices.

:Other than Megatron, there are also versions of [[Brawl (Movie)|Decepticon Devastator]], Bumblebee, Ironhide, Bonecrusher, Jazz, and Optimus Prime.
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====Unleashed====
[[Image:Movie2007_Unleashed_Megatron.jpg|right|200px|thumb|]]
*'''Megatron''' (2008)

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====Transformers Movie Screen Cleaners====
[[Image:Movie Megatron screencleaner.jpg|right|104px|thumb|]]
*'''Megatron''' (2008)
:Released by Tomy Yujin on January 2008<ref name="TomyYujin" />, this dangler is a faction logo-shaped screen cleaner for your cell phone, with a stock image of Megatron printed on the other side.
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===Revenge of the Fallen===
====Transformers Digital Watch====
[[Image:ROTF_Megatrondigitalwatch.jpg|thumb|200px|]]
*'''Megatron Digital Watch''' (2009)

:Made by [[Fab Starpoint]], this Megatron-themed digital watch has a nylon velcro strap with a rubber pull tab, a plastic case and chrome bezel, and an LCD display on the face.
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====Transformers Wacky Wobblers====
[[Image:WackyWobblers_ROTFMegatron.jpg|thumb|right|150px|He just needs a hug!]]
*'''Megatron''' (2009)

:''[[Wacky Wobblers]]'' Megatron is a [[wikipedia:bobblehead|bobblehead]] doll which features details more accurate than any of his mainline toys, especially in the head and feet. However, his right hand, with the "lobster claw" weapon extended, is in an impossible position (compare his right arm with that of the Voyager class toy). Unlike most ''Wacky Wobblers'' bobbleheads, his arms are poseable.
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====Basic Fun====
*'''Articulated keychain''' (2009)

: Produced by [[Basic Fun]], this keychain is a likeness of Megatron's robot mode with articulated arms, legs, head, waist, and a keyring sticking out of his ass.
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====Figure Collection====
[[Image:ROTF-Merchandise Figure Collection Megatron.jpg|right|150px|thumb]]
*'''Megatron''' (2010)
**''Accessories:'' Stand
:The [[Figure Collection]] edition of Megatron is modeled on his [[#Voyager_Class_toys|Voyager class toy]] from the first movie, complete with molded icicles. His wing backpack is a separate piece which must be slotted in after opening the dispenser ball.

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====Robot Powered Machines====
[[Image:Rotf_rpmsbattleseries_megatron.jpg|right|300px|thumb|He just needs a hug!]]
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*'''Autobot Ratchet VS Megatron''' (2009)
**''Number:'' '''05 of 08'''
:[[Robot Powered Machines]] Megatron is a non-transforming ''Hot-Wheels''-scale version of his tank-mode. Megatron's robot-mode is sculpted on the bottom of the tank, along with his faction symbol and name. He features a rotating tank turret, but the cannon is constructed out of [[for safety reasons|softer materials]], which makes it droop down and look sort of...depressed.

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===Robot Heroes===
[[Image:Robot Heroes Ratchet vs Megatron.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Adorable head crushing!]]
*'''Autobot Ratchet vs Megatron''' (2007)
:The first Robot Heroes toy of Megatron was available packed with Autobot Ratchet. Like many Robot Heroes, he is grinning from ear to ear, and in a squatty pose. Notably, his hands are simplified into three fingered claws, and his head is a cute version of the original (and replaced) design. His articulation is the standard shoulders and neck. The toy is colored much like the Leader class version of the character.
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*'''The Final Battle''' (2008)
[[Image:Robotheroesfinalbattle.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Shiny!]]
:Sold exclusively in Walmart stores, this release of Megatron is a repaint of the first Robot Heroes toy. Sold with redecoed Autobot Jazz, Blackout, Optimus Prime, and Ratchet, no molding was changed on this toy. However, the figure boasts a metallic finish, making the toy a vibrant silver with painted bronze highlights for greater film accuracy.
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*'''Battle Jazz vs Megatron''' (2008)
[[Image:Robotheroesjazzmegatron.jpg|right|300px|thumb|PRIIIIIIME!]]
:The second mold, sharing no parts with the first release. His right arm has transformed into the [[mace|flail]], and he's posed just after slamming it into the ground (with impact "explosion" molded in). The head is the "final" head design, but the toy has many outbursts of blue, either to make a more exciting deco or evoke him being "recently thawed". Sadly, he is only articulated at the neck and LEFT shoulder, denying the world adorable flail bonking. He was packaged with Jazz.
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*'''Autobot Skids and Megatron''' (2009)
[[Image:RobotHeroes_SkidsMegatron.jpg|right|300px|thumb|"Hi Soudwave! *fires*]]
:Another new Megatron mold, based on his ''Revenge of the Fallen'' body and colored a darker gray than the previous ones. He is sculpted with his [[fusion cannon]] deployed and has the usual shoulder articulation. This time, Megatron came in a two-pack with [[Skids (ROTF)|Skids]].

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[[Image:Robotheroesmegatronfallenprimejetfireironhide.jpg|300px|thumb|right|Say hello to my GIGANTIC-ASS friend!]]
*'''Battle for the Fallen''' (box set, 2009)
:This ''Robot Heroes'' box set of figures comes with [[The Fallen]], Megatron (tank mode), [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]] and [[Jetfire (ROTF)|Jetfire]] combined, and Ironhide (truck mode). Megatron has no articulation.

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[[Image:RobotHeroes_BattlefortheAllspark.jpg|300px|thumb|right|]]
*'''Battle for the Allspark''' (2009)
:A redeco of the second ''Robot Heroes'' mold is included in this set representing the battle of [[Mission City]] along with a redeco of Decepticon Brawl, along with new figures of Ratchet (with his saw), [[Sam Witwicky]] with the All Spark Cube, Optimus Prime, Starscream and Bumblebee in vehicle mode.
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[[Image:Chromia_and_megs_robot_heroes.jpg‎|thumb|300px|]]
*'''Chromia vs Megatron''' (2009)
:Part of the third wave of ''Revenge of the Fallen''-themed ''Robot Heroes'', this figurine of Megatron depicts him in mid-transformation between robot and tank modes. He has articulation at the neck, shoulders, and waist. "[[Chromia (ROTF)|Chromia]]" comes packaged with him. Humorously, his Leader Class figure can achieve this "mode".
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[[Category:Robot Heroes]]
[[Category:Revenge of the Fallen characters]]
[[Category:Transformers 2010 toyline characters]]

Erector (G1)

2010-08-12T19:28:50Z

77.100.54.141: /* Generation 1 */

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

[[Image:G1Erector MTMTE.jpg|right|250px|thumb|Maybe I should form a support group with [[Heave]] and [[Discharge]].]]
'''Erector''' (*snort*) is horrified by the destruction of war, and goes out of his way to construct battle plans that minimize loss of life and collateral damage. Indeed, he will sometimes put himself at risk to save beautiful buildings or scenery.<ref>''[[More Than Meets The Eye (G1)|More Than Meets The Eye]]'' #2</ref>

:''Japanese name'': '''Cra-Gun'''
:''French-Canadian name'': '''Éregon'''

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==Fiction==
===Zone story pages===
When the ocean-covered world of [[Wall]] was attacked by [[King Poseidon|Aquatic General King Poseidon]] and [[Trypticon (G1)|Saurian General Trypticon]], [[Star Saber (Victory)|Victory Saber]] charged into battle, but was quickly overwhelmed. Luckily, the four commanders, [[Overload (G1)|Overload]], Erector, [[Missile Bull]] and [[Skywave]] arrived to save him. Commanding the [[Off Road Patrol|Off Road]], [[Jet Patrol Team|Jet]] and [[Race Car Patrol|Race Car Patrol]] Teams, they arrived in time to save the drowning citizens of Wall, rescue Victory Saber and beat back the [[Decepticon]]s. {{storylink|Zone (story page)|Zone Part 3}}

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
[[Image:G1-toy Erector.jpg|300px|thumb|If you experience an Erector lasting more than three hours, contact your doctor immediately.]]
* '''Erector''' (Micromaster Transport, 1989)
**''Accessories'': Crane trailer

: Erector (snicker) transforms into a yellow semi cab pulling a relatively huge [[Crane|crane trailer]]. Erector and his trailer have a lot of sculpted detailing, and the fifth wheel (known as a 'hitch' among fans) allows the cab to turn as it tows the trailer. The crane itself can be removed from the trailer, and connected directly to Erector's hitch.

: Erector's transformation is standard for Micromasters — flip down the front of the vehicle to reveal his head, straighten out his legs, and you are done. His crane trailer transforms into a battle station, with a double-barrel gun that Erector can man (though he can't grasp the handles).

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1989/Autobot/Erector/erector.htm More information on Erector at TFU.info]''

===Zone===
*'''Cra-Gun''' (Micro TF DX, 1990)
**''Accessories'': Crane trailer

:Erector was sold without changes a year later in Japan as "Cra-Gun".

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==Trivia==
* According to [[Hasbro]] designer [[Joe Kyde]]'s [http://www.hasbro.com/transformers/default.cfm?page=News/Item&newsid=4EC7EA7D-D56F-E112-46AC70D02754072E design notes on Hasbro's Transformers website], [[Mudflap (Movie)|Mudflap]] was originally going to use the unreleased [[Landslide (Decepticon)|Landslide]] deco, with the name "Sawtooth". It was decided that Landslide's deco wasn't realistic enough for the Movie toyline, so a new deco based on Erector (giggle) was chosen. The name Sawtooth was unavailable, so he got stuck being Mudflap.

==Footnotes==
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[[Category:Autobots]]
[[Category:Engineers]]
[[Category:Generation 1 characters]]
[[Category:Micromasters]]
[[Category:Zone characters]]

Prowl (G1)/toys

2010-07-27T16:05:37Z

77.100.54.141: /* Mighty Muggs */

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[[Prowl (G1)|Prowl]] has many toys! All of them are pricks.
==Toys==
===Generation 1===
[[Image:G1Prowl toy.jpg|right|300px|thumb|I ain't fallin' for no banana in the tailpipe...]]
* '''Prowl''' (Autobot Car, 1984/1985/1990/2002/2003)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''09''', '''TFC-02'''
**''Accessories:'' "Acid pellet gun", left & right missile launchers, 3 "wire-guided missiles"

: Prowl was part of the first series of Autobots released in 1984, reusing a mold originally developed for a ''[[Diaclone]]'' [[Wikipedia:Nissan_280ZX|Datsun Fairlady Z (280 ZX)]] police car, with his decals altered to remove the "Diaclone" marks. (The European "[[Classics (Europe)|Classic Heroes]]" re-release retained the ''Diaclone'' stickers, for unknown reasons).

[[Image:Prowl-Mexico.jpg|left|200px|thumb|Also known as "El Pricko".]]
: 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 widely available [[running change]] [[variant]] (or just factory error) that left out the black paint on his car hood.

:In 2002, the original 1984 Prowl toy was [[reissue|re-released]] by Takara as part of the [[Transformers Collection]] series in Japan. This version has slightly-altered decals, and fully-functional spring-loaded missile launchers.

: In 2003, Hasbro released their own reissue of ''Generation 1'' Prowl as part of the [[Toys"R"Us]] [[exclusive]] "[[Commemorative Series]]" line in the US. This version of Prowl used 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 Transformers Collection release.

: The same mold was retooled for [[Bluestreak]], and again for [[Smokescreen (G1)|Smokescreen]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Prowl/prowl.htm More information on Prowl at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/Prowl/prowl.htm More information on Commemorating Series reissue Prowl]''
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* '''Prowl''' (Action Master Blaster, 1990)
**''Accessories:'' Turbo Cycle, small cannon, 2 x missiles, 2 x engine covers (left & right), shield/gas tank cover

: 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 compatible with all other Action Master vehicles and weapons.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1990/Autobot/Prowl/prowl.htm More information on Action Master Prowl at TFU.info]''
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===Beast Wars===
[[Image:Prowl-bw-magnaboss-toy.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Prick with claws. Gitit, gitit, huh huh huh?]]
*'''Magnaboss''' (Ultra, 1997)
**''Accessories:'' Tail

: Prowl transforms from a lion into a robot, with his cat-butt turning into a "cyber tail claw" weapon. He is able to combine with [[Ironhide (G1)/toys|Ironhide]] and [[Silverbolt (G1)|Silverbolt]], his package buddies, into [[Magnaboss]]. Prowl transforms into magnaboss' head.

: This mold was used to make [[Lio Junior]].

:The Magnaboss toy included no information about its 3 components beyond their names. The character was finally established by [[IDW Publishing|IDW]] to be Generation 1 Prowl a decade after its release in 2007.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1997/Maximal/Prowl/prowl.htm More information on ''Beast Wars'' Prowl at TFU.info]''
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===Machine Wars===
[[Image:Mwprowl.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Do you have any idea how fast you were going?]]
* '''Prowl''' (Basic, 1997)
**''Accessories:'' Gun (gun body & barrel)

: 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 (franchise)|Robots in Disguise]]'' [[Skid-Z (RID)|Skid-Z]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1997/Autobot/Prowl/prowl.htm More information on ''Machine Wars'' Prowl at TFU.info]''
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===Smallest Transforming Transformers===
[[Image:STF Prowl.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Wee-woo-wee-woo-wee-woo.]]
* '''Prowl''' (2003)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''GTF-09'''

: Released in Wave 2 of ''[[Smallest Transforming Transformers]]'', this Prowl is the smallest possible transforming toy based upon the original Prowl toy. He faithfully reproduces the transformation sequence for the most part, but due to parts-cost limitations, he has little articulation, his legs cannot separate and his wheels do not roll.

: This mold was also used to make the ''Smallest Transforming Transformers'' version of [[Bluestreak]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Cybertron/SmallestProwl/prowl.htm More information on Smallest Transforming Prowl]''
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===Alternators/Binaltech===
[[Image:AlternatorsProwl.jpg|right|300px|thumb|You better get a lawyer, son...]]
* '''Prowl''' (Alternator, 2005/2006)
**''Alternator ID number:'' '''16'''
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''BT-15'''
**''Accessories:'' Engine/gun, traffic direction baton

: ''[[Alternators]]'' Prowl transforms into a fully-licensed 1:24-scale [[wikipedia:Acura_RSX|Acura RSX]] 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. The "white box" version of Prowl has additional Acura logos on the rear of the car that the "red box" version did not.

[[Image:BinaltechProwl.jpg|left|300px|thumb|...you better get a real good one.]]

: For his standard Japanese 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 [[The Transformers (toyline)|''Generation 1'' toy]]), a different spoiler mold, different rims, right-side steering, a Japanese police cherry blossom emblem instead of an Acura logo, and gray plastic instead of stony-blue. He was also labeled as a "Honda Integra Type-R", the model's make in Japan.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Autobot/AltProwl/prowl.htm More information on ''Alternators'' Prowl]''
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[[Image:Binaltech Blue Prowl toy.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Prowl on his day off.]]
* '''Prowl Vivid Blue Pearl Edition''' (Binaltech, 2005)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''BT-15'''
**''Accessories:'' Engine/gun, traffic direction baton

: Like [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]], Prowl got two different ''Binaltech'' decos released in equal numbers. The second version, known as Vivid Blue Pearl Prowl, is a civilian version with no police lights, a mostly blue interior, a Honda logo (instead of the cherry blossom emblem) on the grill, and a solid blue car-shell. His robot-mode parts remained mostly the same color, however.

: This mold (the Japanese blue Prowl variant, combined with parts from American police Prowl) was used to make ''Alternators'' [[Camshaft (G1)|Camshaft]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Cybertron/BTProwl/prowl.htm More information on ''Binaltech'' Prowl Vivid Blue Pearl Edition]''
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* '''Prowl Satellite Patrol Edition''' (Binaltech "USA Edition", 2005?)
**''Accessories:'' Engine/gun, traffic direction baton

: The [[Hasbro]] version of Prowl, using the Hasbro red box packaging, was supposed to have been released in Japan as an exclusive "[[USA Edition]]" to a satellite TV provider named Takarand. The only notable difference from the Hasbro version was the "Satellite Patrol" (spelled "satillite" in official preview photos) markings on his doors. It is unknown if this toy was ever actually released, however.

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===Universe (2003)===
*'''Prowl''' (Autobot Spy Changer, 2005)
**''Accessories:'' Gun

: A redeco of the ''[[Robots in Disguise (toyline)|Robots in Disguise]]'' [[Prowl (RID)|Prowl 2]] mold, ''[[Universe (2003 franchise)|Universe]]'' Prowl transforms into a modified 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 assortment was later repackaged under the ''Universe'' banner and sold through "dollar store" chains like Family Dollar.

: This mold was also used to make ''another'' [[Prowl (Spychanger)|Prowl]] for ''Universe'', who is neither ''Robots in Disguise'' "Prowl 2" ''nor'' Generation 1 Prowl. Confused yet?

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/SpyProwl/prowl.htm More information on ''Universe'' (2003) Spychanger Prowl]]''

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===Attacktix===
[[Image:Tf2-16-400.jpg|right|150px|thumb|I got a big... gun.]]
*'''Prowl''' (Booster)
**''Accessories:'' Missile

: Planned to be in part of the Series 2 wave of ''[[Attacktix]]'', Prowl is a Captain class unit with the special ability to stun an opposing player unit. His sculpt is based upon his Generation 1 cartoon model with some additional details. His weapon is a '''hugely''' oversized version of his rifle, capable of firing a large silver projectile.
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===Universe (2008)===
====Classic Series====
[[Image:Universe 2008 Prowl toy.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Sticky prick.]]
*'''Prowl''' (Deluxe, 2008)
**''Accessories:'' Gun

: Prowl transforms into a modified [[wikipedia:Nissan_350Z|Nissan 350Z]] similarly to Prowl's appearance in [[IDW Publishing]]'s [[IDW Generation 1 continuity|''Generation 1'' comics]]. Like previous ''Generation 1'' Prowl toys, his paint job is based upon that of a Japanese police car. The [[prototype]] and pre-production versions of Prowl featured a traditional American-style rectangular light bar, but the production toy features a swept-back modern light bar.

: Many buyers have reported that after repeated handling of the toy, the paint on the pieces of Prowl molded from translucent plastic (his doors, his roof, the sides of his hood and front bumper) quickly becomes sticky to the touch and begins to smear and rub off. Presumably, this owes something to the plastic and paint failing to bond properly, although what allowed the toy to leave factories with this flaw undetected is unknown. Sticky paint has not been reported on ''every'' Prowl; there is some suggestion that temperature and humidity play a role in whether or not it occurs. It has been suggested that the problem only affects the first run of Prowl figures, but sticky figures have been purchased at retail when the line was launched in the United Kingdom just over a month after its American debut. Also, on a lot of the UK release toys, all the pieces that are molded white plastic have a very faint pink tinge.

: This mold was redecoed for ''[[Timelines (franchise)|Timelines]]'' [[Streetwise (G1)|Streetstar]] and retooled to make ''Universe'' [[Bluestreak|Silverstreak]] and [[Smokescreen (G1)|Smokescreen]] and ''Timelines'' [[Rapido]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/TFUProwl/prowl.htm More information on ''Universe'' (2008) Prowl]''
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===Henkei! Henkei!===
[[Image:Henkei Prowl toy.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Shiny prick.]]
*'''Prowl''' (Deluxe, 2008)
**''Japanese ID number'': '''C-08'''
**''Accessories:'' Gun

: The Japanese ''[[Henkei! Henkei! (toyline)|Henkei! Henkei!]]'' Prowl is a retool and partial redeco of ''Universe'' Prowl, changing the swept-back American light bar with a more rounded Japanese lightbar, and having a more consistent coating of white paint. He also features [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum-metallized]] silver parts such as his gun, Acid Blasters and his vehicle mode spoiler. Universe Prowl's orange Autobot symbol was changed to the more standard red for the Henkei release.

:Soon after his release, some customers have reported that ''Henkei'' Prowl suffers from the same sticky paint problem that plagued many ''Universe'' Prowls.

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===Titanium Series===
*'''War Within Prowl''' (2008)
**''Accessories:'' Display stand

: This version of Prowl transforms into a Cybertronic hovercar, based on his design from the [[Dreamwave Productions|Dreamwave]] ''[[The War Within]]'' comics. Initially canceled due to the end of the Titanium Series line, Hasbro eventually released this figure as a Toys "R" Us [[exclusive]] in the fall of 2008.

: The vehicle mode as pictured on the packaging for this toy contains two transformation errors (compared to the instructions). His toes (sticking up at the rear of the vehicle) should be folded back, revealing small red and blue emergency lights. Also, the left and right sides of the vehicle should be slid outwards, turning them into nacelles rather than integral parts of the main body.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/TitProwl/prowl.htm More information on ''Titanium Series'' War Within Prowl]''
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===Transformers (2010)===
*'''Prowl''' (Legends Class, 2010)

: This version of Prowl is based on his original G1 appearance. <ref>http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/conventions-15/botcon-2010-hasbro-designers-panel-170066/</ref>

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==Merchandise==
===Decoy===
* '''Cybertron Hero Collection 22''' (Decoy multi-pack, 1985)

: In Japan, a red rubber mini-figure of Prowl was available in part of a [[Decoy|massive multi-pack of similar mini-figurines]]. The number etched into his back is the sum total of his [[tech spec]] ratings, as these figurines were used as game pieces for a variety of ''Transformers'' board games in which this number had some meaning to how the game was played or something.

*'''Prowl''' (Decoy, 1987)
**''Decoy number'': '''19'''

: The [[Hasbro]] [[Decoy]] release of the Prowl game piece is almost identical to the Japanese version, except the number on his back is a simple "checklist" number. Like all Autobot Decoys, he was a randomly-chosen pack-in available with the carded [[Throttlebot]]s, [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]], [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]] and [[Technobot (G1)|Technobot]]s.

===Hard Hero===
[[Image:HardHero Prowl bust.JPG|right|200px|thumb|Who needs legs when one has LOGIC??]]
*'''Prowl''' (2002)

:A cold-cast porcelain bust labelled as number 3 in [[Hard Hero]]'s series of ''Transformers'' busts, Prowl is six inches tall with a seven-inch wide "wingspan" and wielding his acid pellet gun in his left hand. 100 copies of this product were signed by sculptor [[Jason Ray]].

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

: A 25-point "uncommon" character in the [[3D Battle-Card Game]]'s "Energon Wars" expansion, Prowl "transforms" into a black and white police car that vaguely resembles a Nissan Z. He uses the same parts layout as [[Transformers (2007)|Movie]] [[Barricade (Movie)|Barricade]] and [[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]].

===Transformers - Mini Bust===
[[Image:Prowl statue.jpg|right|200px|thumb|The Prowl 2 of Prowl busts.]]
* '''Prowl''' (Diamond Select, 2009)

:Released by Diamond Select Toys in 2009, Prowl was sculpted by [[Mark Wong]] of [[Art Asylum]] and limited to 250 pieces. Prowl, along with his "brothers" [[Bluestreak]] and [[Smokescreen (G1)|Smokescreen]], is exclusive to online retailer Toyrocket.com. The bust features Prowl's acid pellet gun and twin missile launchers. The missile launchers can be attached via magnets on either side of his head.
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===Robot Heroes===
[[Image:Robotheroesprowllaserbeak.jpg|right|300px|thumb|He's smiling—must have his DVDs alphabetized.]]
*'''Prowl and Laserbeak''' (2009)

:''[[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'' Prowl would have been a happy little non-transforming figure. The figure has the standard swiveling head and arms, and in a bizarre sculpting oddity, has a wheel well on one foot but not the other. He would have come in a two-pack with [[Laserbeak (G1)|Laserbeak]], but the Generation 1-themed portion of the ''Robot Heroes'' line was canceled before they saw release.

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===Mighty Muggs===
[[Image:MightyMuggs_Prowl.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Cute Prick]]
*'''Prowl''' (2010)
:''Accessories:'' Gun

: This [[super-deformed]], non-transformable Prowl figure mostly uses the standard [[Mighty Muggs]] body template, and features same door-wings molds as [[Jazz (G1)/toys|Jazz]]. He has swivel joints in his neck and arms and comes with his trademark acid pellet gun. Prowl was originally meant to be released in the fourth wave of Mighty Muggs Transformers, but the Transformers section of the toyline was canceled before the wave was released. The toy was eventually made available as an exclusive at San Diego Comic-Con 2010.

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==Notes==
* Prowl's ''[[Diaclone]]'' predecessor also came with additional, optional stickers that would identify him as being part of the police forces from existing Japanese cities, namely Tokyo, Sapporo, Sendai, Osaka and Fukuoka.
* The original ''Transformers'' instruction booklet shows a visible Japanese label sheet, complete with the cherry blossom 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 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' [[Laser Rod]] [[Jolt (G2)|Jolt]].
* [[Transmetal 2]] [[Prowl II|Prowl]] may ''possibly'' be the same spark as the Generation 1 character reincarnated...though the [[Beast Wars Sourcebook|IDW series]] makes this REALLY complicated. ''Urgh''.* At [[OTFCC 2004]], Hasbro stated that there was no Prowl ''Alternators'' toy in the works, but some other emergency vehicle (which got a chorus of boos).
* The Acura RSX ''[[Alternators]]'' mold was originally supposed to be [[Red Alert (G1)|Red Alert]], with a different head sculpt. Eventually, however, it was decided to release the toy as Prowl instead, even though the Subaru Impreza model had more resemblance to Prowl and the Acura RSX model had more resemblance to Red Alert. Control drawings of the figure with the originally intended Red Alert head sculpt can be found in the Japanese ''[[Transformers Collection 2007]]'' book, among other places.

==References==
{{reflist}}

[[Category:3D Battle-Cards]]
[[Category:Action Masters]]
[[Category:Alternators]]
[[Category:Attacktix]]
[[Category:Autobots]]
[[Category:Beast Wars characters]]
[[Category:Classics characters]]
[[Category:Combiners]]
[[Category:Generation 1 characters]]
[[Category:Henkei! Henkei! characters]]
[[Category:KB Toys exclusives]]
[[Category:Machine Wars characters]]
[[Category:Maximals]]
[[Category:Robot Heroes]]
[[Category:Universe (2008)]]
[[Category:Spy Changers]]

Razorclaw (Universe)

2010-07-24T14:19:13Z

77.100.54.141: /* Notes */

{{factions|maximal|decepticon|unicron}}
{{disambig3|Razorclaw}}
:''Razorclaw is a former [[Maximal]] from an alternate [[Beast Wars (event)|Beast Wars]] who became a [[Minion of Unicron]] in the [[Universe war]].''

[[Image:Razorclawtfu.jpg|right|250px|thumb|Know that he is '''Razorclaw'''.]]
Know that he is '''Razorclaw''', that his reality is not yours, and while he may resemble [[Tigerhawk]], Razorclaw is not he! This alternate version of Tigerhawk was corrupted by the [[Vok]], and he killed his universe's [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]]. [[Unicron]], his body ruined and trapped between dimensions, abducted Razorclaw to be his fourth and final general.

Razorclaw has served his new master well, pillaging star systems with all of his Vok-enhanced elemental powers. These powers are further fueled by Razorclaw's short temper and deadly rage. The other generals tread lightly in his presence, as they are afraid that they may randomly enrage him. And, well, when you're led by a godlike warrior who can summon earthquakes, electrical storms, and tsunamis, you really don't want to get on his bad side. Friend and foe fear his arsenal of weaponry, which includes titanium-reinforced claws and a paralyzing ion diminisher. All these and more are utilized by a Vok-enhanced intelligence that knows few equals.

He harbors a special hatred for [[Optimus Primal]], his former commander, whose ideals represent everything that Razorclaw has left behind. Other than his short temper, his only real weakness is his binary [[spark]]. It consists of the sparks of his home universe's [[Airazor (BW)|Airazor]] and [[Tigatron]], and their noble influence can confuse Razorclaw in times of stress. Time will tell if this influence can push itself fully to the surface. <ref>Information taken from Razorclaw's [[Hasbro]].com [[bio]] and the profile published in [[Abduction|''Transformers Universe'' #1]]</ref>

==Fiction==
===''Universe'' CD-ROM===
[[Image:UniverseCDrom-Decepticons.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Please know that my name is Razorclaw. Because, well, here they don't bother to tell you.]]
On an alternate [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], that universe's Optimus Primal was leading the Autobots [[Snarl (BM)|Snarl]], [[Silverbolt (BW)|Silverbolt]], and [[Striker]] against Razorclaw, [[Reptillion]] {{sic}}, [[Obsidian (BM)|Obsidian]], [[Tankor (BM)|Tankor]], and [[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackarachnia]] in the most intense day of fighting that year. Just as the combatants were really beating the slag out of each other, they were interrupted by a mysterious spaceship that swooped down, sucked the [[Decepticon]]s up on beams of light, and flew away. None of the combatants realized that it was taking its captives to Unicron for use in a massive army. {{storylink|Universe CD-ROM}}

{{note|This comic shows no signs of being intended to mesh with other ''Universe'' fiction. There are inconsistencies in many of its elements, but given that ''Universe'' is entirely ABOUT alternate dimensions, it could still be a side note to the [[Universe war|greater storyline]]. Razorclaw is one of the [[Obsidian (BM)|few]] [[Tankor (BM)|characters]] who could conceivably be the same ones who show up in the [[Universe (2003 comic)|main ''Universe'' comic'']]'', but it is up to the reader to decide if that's the case.}}
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===''Universe'' comic===
[[Image:KnowthatIamRazorclaw.jpg|left|300px|thumb|"You know it, I know it, and the American people know it."]]

After [[Unicron]] poached the Vok-corrupted Razorclaw from his home dimension, he put him in charge of his other three generals: [[Reptilion]], [[Tankor (BM)|Tankor]], and [[Obsidian (BM)|Obsidian]]. He immediately put his elemental powers to use, pillaging nearby star systems to glorify his fallen master.

But Unicron required something more. The Chaos Bringer needed to feed off the sparks of fallen Transformers to fully regain his strength. To these purposes, Razorclaw oversaw the [[Cauldron]], along with the other generals. Here, Transformers from across the multiverse were abducted into this sub-Unicron dimension, where they fought each other gladiator-style inside an arena. When one Transformer fell, its extinguished spark was consumed by Unicron, bringing him ever-closer to complete reactivation.

This continued for a time, until one particular party of multidimensional abductees was paraded before him. One of its members, the Maximal [[Silverbolt (BW)|Silverbolt]], recognized him as Tigerhawk. Razorclaw confirmed the familiarity and explained who he was and why they were here. {{storylink|Abduction}}

[[Image:ThenameisRazorclaw.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Ask me again and I'll tell you the same."]]

While other members of that party, [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]] and [[Sunstreaker (G1)|Sunstreaker]], were forced to battle in the arena, Razorclaw spotted an intruder in their midsts. [[Optimus Primal]], plucked from death by [[Primus]] Himself! Razorclaw tackled the resurrected gorilla, laughing. Was this the best opponent Primus could muster? Though Primal mistook him for Tigerhawk at first, Razorclaw quickly corrected him. After working himself free, Primal grabbed the energy weapons that Sideswipe and Sunstreaker had been given and used them against the general. This only angered Razorclaw, but unfortunately for him, his Vok-powered attacks were merely fuel for Primal's body, and after a few more attacks, Razorclaw was temporarily subdued.

All of the prisoners contained within the Cauldron were released, and though Razorclaw and his lieutenants pursued them, Primal led nearly all of them to safety. Only [[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackarachnia]] and [[Shadow Striker (Universe)|Shadow Striker]] stayed behind, seduced by Unicron's influence. {{storylink|Escape (issue)|Escape}}

[[Image:Razorclawrevelations.jpg|left|150px|thumb|"How many Mini-Cons must I destroy before my name is known?"]]

An undetermined time later, Razorclaw was a combatant during the final battle between the [[Children of Primus]] and the Minions of Unicron within the Chaos-Bringer's body. Razorclaw flew through the skies, where he blew up [[Gunbarrel (Armada)|Gunbarrel]] (apparently) and another [[Mini-Con]]. This battle ended prematurely as Unicron himself vanished beneath them, somehow due to the [[Unicron Singularity]]. Optimus Primal and his warriors were able to escape through a dimensional portal to their home dimensions, but Razorclaw's ultimate fate is unknown. {{storylink|Revelations Part 2}}

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==Toys==
===Universe===
[[Image:Universe2003toy-RazorclawUltra.jpg|right|400px|thumb|Know that I am Razorclaw, that I look like something from a black velvet painting, and that I am $19.99.]]
* '''Razorclaw''' (Ultra, 2003)
**''Accessories'': 2 missiles, 2 feather-missiles

:Razorclaw is a dark gray and purple [[redeco]] and slight [[retool]] of [[Tigerhawk]], transforming into a winged mechanical/organic tiger with a bird-helmeted "attack mode. In attack mode, he is armed with "feather" missiles very similar to the Fuzor [[Silverbolt (BW)|Silverbolt]]'s, with spring-loaded switches to flip the wings forward, and flip-out missile launchers which activate when a lever on Razorclaw's back is pulled (which also moves the wings). A bird helmet that is usually hidden mostly behind the tiger head is deployed in this mode. (The normal beast mode points these missiles backwards and uses the normal tiger head.) Under his beast head is a small cockpit with an empty pilot's chair, a vestigial remnant of his aborted "third mode."

: Razorclaw's hind leg talons are also spring-loaded to snap closed when the palms are depressed. His beast mode tiger head has an articulated jaw and an articulated tongue! The flip-out missile launchers can be removed and pegged into the top and bottom of Razorclaw's left fist pegholes.

:His feather-missile launcher mechanisms were slightly [[Retool|retooled]] from the original version of the toy. Though his toy is a [[Decepticon]] by allegiance, it keeps its sculpted Maximal logo.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Decepticon/Razorclaw/razorclaw.htm More information on Razorclaw at TFU.info]''

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==Notes==
* Know that his name is Razorclaw.
* KNOW IT!

==References==
{{Reflist}}

[[Category:Decepticons]]
[[Category:Maximals]]
[[Category:Minions of Unicron]]
[[Category:Turncoats]]
[[Category:Universe characters]]

Bug Bite (GoBots)

2009-07-29T11:45:26Z

77.100.54.141: /* Timelines */

{{factions|decepticon}}
{{disambig2|evil Bug Bite|the other guy who isn't evil|Bug Bite (Shattered Glass)}}

:''Bug Bite is a [[Renegade]] posing as a [[Decepticon]] from the [[Generation 1 (franchise)|Generation 1]] [[continuity family]]. His name is sometimes parsed as '''Bugbite'''.''

[[Image:BugBiteClose.jpg|right|250px|thumb|Mighty cyborgs! Mighty redecos!]]
'''Bug Bite''' is a brilliant yet amoral scientist, specializing in co-opting and adapting others' technology and advancements for his own use. He is actually a cyborg hailing from another dimension, specifically coming from [[Gobotron|a robotic world]] which was, similarly to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], consumed by an endless civil war. This war was stopped only when the fate of not only their planet but their entire universe was threatened by an extradimensional influence.

Under the strict supervision of the [[Guardian (GoBots)|Guardian]] [[Treds]], Bug Bite was enlisted to an allied team and sent into the dimension which threatened their own. Bug Bite took a new body and infiltrated the ranks of the [[Decepticon|Decepticons]], hoping not only to discover the source of his home universe's plight, but take calculated revenge.

==Fiction==
===''Timelines''===
[[Image:Witheredhopeinterrogated.jpg|left|200px|thumb|Legal challenge of the GoBots.]]
As their universe neared its destruction, a threat posed by a multiversal cataclysm, a team of six [[Tonka GoBots|GoBots]] were chosen to travel to a parallel dimension, assimilate themselves into the Transformers' war, and determine the cause of the cataclysm. Bug Bite, with his mad scientific genius, was chosen to be part of this group.

But instead of landing in the [[Classics (2006)|Transformers universe]] that originated the cataclysm, Bug Bite—along with companions [[Small Foot]], [[Treds]], [[Bad Boy]], [[Road Ranger]], and [[Path Finder]]—was snagged in mid-journey into the Transformers universe populated by the [[Transcendent Technomorph|TransTech]]. As the team were tagged, examined, and interrogated, Bug Bite remained petulantly indignant throughout. At the first opportunity, he snuck off alone into the "offworlder" portion of [[Axiom Nexus]] using a portable [[Astro-Beam]]. Hearing about some stolen black-ops passes that would get him off-world unimpeded, he murdered [[Comet|a "new friend"]] for his money, and sold the Astro-Beam to the passes' new owner [[Escargon]] in order to obtain one. Using his new funds, he had his cortex installed into a new body by [[Swindle, Swindle & Swindle]] on the black market, and used the black-ops pass to travel to their original destination universe... leaving his teammates to deal with the fallout of his actions. {{storylink|Withered Hope}}

{{note|"Games of Deception" is a part of the Fun Publications [[Classics (2006)|Classics]] storyline, which takes place after a version of the Marvel Comics continuity which does not include the UK-exclusive comics or ''[[Generation 2]]''.}}
[[Image:Bugbitelikesyou.jpg|right|150px|thumb|Maybe if Bug Bite brainwashes himself some friends, he won't feel so alone.]]
Bug Bite appeared on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] approximately at the time of the battle with [[Unicron]]. He eventually fit in with [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]]'s troops, quickly becoming favored. (Bug Bite had also reverse-engineered a mind-control device using [[cerebro-shell]] technology. Let's just say the other Decepticons suddenly liked him ''very much''.)

Bug Bite discovered that [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] was somehow responsible for the death of his universe, so he rounded up his amazingly loyal troops and landed on Earth. He requested an audience with Megatron through [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] and his [[Seeker (body-type)|Seekers]], but this meeting was merely a ploy by Bug Bite to snare these Decepticons with cerebro-shells.

[[Image:Bugbiteseeksrevenge.jpg|left|150px|thumb|He's seen [[Cy-Kill (disambiguation)|Cy-Kill]] beaten up in all those cameos, and he's pissed.]]
Subsequently, Bug Bite marched straight into Megatron's stronghold, the ''[[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'', under the pretense of striking a deal. Almost immediately, Bug Bite switched on the other Decepticons' mind control, and Megatron found himself surrounded by weapons pointed in his direction. Unfortunately, rogue Autobots led by [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] were waiting outside and jammed the cerebro-shells' signal, though with mixed results. Bug Bite appeared dead during the following battle after Megatron blew off his head. {{storylink|Games of Deception}}

While [[Dreadwind (G1)|Dreadwind]] pulled the damaged bodies of [[Weirdwolf]] and Bug Bite into the repair room of their ship, Bug Bite's dimension-traveling GoBot companions arrived via a portal. Bug Bite revealed himself to be alive after all, explaining that he'd kept his organic brain behind his windshield, like on his original GoBot body, not inside his new Transformer-styled head. He announced to the others that they should expect other GoBot travelers very soon... {{storylink|Withered Hope}}

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==Toys==
[[Image:BugBite-ehobby.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Evil, evil Bumblebee.]]
===Generation 1===
*'''G1 GoBots''' (Multi-pack, 2004)
**''Japanese ID number'': '''84'''

: Bug Bite is a [[redeco]] of the [[Retool|retooled]] Takara reissue Bumblebee, transforming into a "penny racer"-proportioned Volkswagen Beetle. He was only available in an [[e-Hobby]]-[[exclusive]] six-pack with [[Bad Boy]], [[Path Finder]], [[Road Ranger]], [[Small Foot]] and [[Treds]].

: The original version of this mold is also used by [[Glyph (G1)|Glyph]] and [[Volks (G1)|Volks]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Destron/BugBite/bugbite.htm More info on e-Hobby Bug Bite at TFU.info]''

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===Timelines===
[[Image:Classics Bugbite Toy.jpg|right|300px|thumb|He's smiling because you're sitting on a bomb.]]
*'''Games of Deception!''' (Multi-pack, 2007)
**''Accessories'': "Tidal Wave" trailer/jetpack

: Bug Bite is part of the ''[[Classics (2006)|Classics]]''-themed [[BotCon 2007]] box set, along with [[Dirge (G1)|Dirge]], [[Dreadwind (G1)|Dreadwind]], [[Thrust (G1)|Thrust]] and [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]]. Bug Bite is a white and black redeco of the ''Classics'' Bumblebee toy, transforming into a sports coupe of indeterminate model. He tows a small trailer with his "[[Tidal Wave (Classics)|Tidal Wave]]" drone-unit on the back, which converts into a jet-pack to give him "flight" in robot mode. Also it can be placed on his arm like a claw weapon. As with most ''Classics'' toys, he features a heat-sensitive [[rubsign]].

: There were 1500 ''Classics'' Bug Bite figures produced.

: This mold was also used to make ''Classics'' [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Decepticon/BCBugBite/bugbite.htm More info on BotCon Bug Bite at TFU.info]''

===Merchandise===
* '''Deco Pin''' (2007)

: The first 100 people to pre-register for a BotCon 2007 Primus package also received a bonus metal pin with Bug Bite's "tribal" deco on it.

==Trivia==
[[Image:GoBotsBugBiteModel.png|right|200px|thumb|Mr. Angry Windshield-Wiper Eyes as seen in the original Challenge of the Go-Bots cartoon.]]
* Bug Bite's name does not appear in any of the final product material on the Japanese e-Hobby set from which he "originated"; it only appeared in an early Photoshopped promotional image on the E-Hobby website. The individual toys' names were dropped when [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s legal department became concerned at how Bandai—the company that made the toys that would become the Tonka GoBots—would react to the names being used, despite the minimal chance of provable trademark infringement on Takara's part.

* This, of course, was rendered moot once [[Fun Publications]] took the ball and ran with it, re-establishing explicit ties between the two formerly-rival franchises.

* According to Timelines collaborator [[Ben Yee]], [[Lanny Lathem]] of Fun Publications intended Bug Bite's purple "tribal" paint applications to be a highly stylized version of the Decepticon insignia.

* Bug Bite's ''Classics'' body model is an "off-white C1186-P0019" (the product number for the ''Classics'' Bumblebee toy in the real world), according to the black market bodyshop [[Swindle, Swindle & Swindle]] in "[[Withered Hope]]". He also bought a gutted [[Wave Crusher]] and a Decepticon signal transponder, but declined the X-03 custom add-ons (referring to the fan-made custom parts kit for ''Classics'' Cliffjumper).

* When Bug Bite gets a new head at the end of Withered Hope, it is pointed out by Dreadwing that it doesn't quite match his body's off-white. This is a reference to the fact that his Botcon toy's head was much more white than his body.

* A rather Bug-Bite-y head can be seen among [[Lockdown (Animated)|Lockdown]]'s trophies in "[[A Few Loose Strands]]".

==External links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/Gobots/Renegades/BugBite/bugbite.htm GoBots Bug Bite on TFU.info]

[[Category:Classics characters]]
[[Category:Convention exclusives]]
[[Category:Decepticons]]
[[Category:Dimension hoppers]]
[[Category:E-Hobby]]
[[Category:Generation 1 characters]]
[[Category:Renegades]]
[[Category:Timelines characters]]

Bug Bite (GoBots)

2009-07-29T11:44:59Z

77.100.54.141: /* Timelines */

{{factions|decepticon}}
{{disambig2|evil Bug Bite|the other guy who isn't evil|Bug Bite (Shattered Glass)}}

:''Bug Bite is a [[Renegade]] posing as a [[Decepticon]] from the [[Generation 1 (franchise)|Generation 1]] [[continuity family]]. His name is sometimes parsed as '''Bugbite'''.''

[[Image:BugBiteClose.jpg|right|250px|thumb|Mighty cyborgs! Mighty redecos!]]
'''Bug Bite''' is a brilliant yet amoral scientist, specializing in co-opting and adapting others' technology and advancements for his own use. He is actually a cyborg hailing from another dimension, specifically coming from [[Gobotron|a robotic world]] which was, similarly to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], consumed by an endless civil war. This war was stopped only when the fate of not only their planet but their entire universe was threatened by an extradimensional influence.

Under the strict supervision of the [[Guardian (GoBots)|Guardian]] [[Treds]], Bug Bite was enlisted to an allied team and sent into the dimension which threatened their own. Bug Bite took a new body and infiltrated the ranks of the [[Decepticon|Decepticons]], hoping not only to discover the source of his home universe's plight, but take calculated revenge.

==Fiction==
===''Timelines''===
[[Image:Witheredhopeinterrogated.jpg|left|200px|thumb|Legal challenge of the GoBots.]]
As their universe neared its destruction, a threat posed by a multiversal cataclysm, a team of six [[Tonka GoBots|GoBots]] were chosen to travel to a parallel dimension, assimilate themselves into the Transformers' war, and determine the cause of the cataclysm. Bug Bite, with his mad scientific genius, was chosen to be part of this group.

But instead of landing in the [[Classics (2006)|Transformers universe]] that originated the cataclysm, Bug Bite—along with companions [[Small Foot]], [[Treds]], [[Bad Boy]], [[Road Ranger]], and [[Path Finder]]—was snagged in mid-journey into the Transformers universe populated by the [[Transcendent Technomorph|TransTech]]. As the team were tagged, examined, and interrogated, Bug Bite remained petulantly indignant throughout. At the first opportunity, he snuck off alone into the "offworlder" portion of [[Axiom Nexus]] using a portable [[Astro-Beam]]. Hearing about some stolen black-ops passes that would get him off-world unimpeded, he murdered [[Comet|a "new friend"]] for his money, and sold the Astro-Beam to the passes' new owner [[Escargon]] in order to obtain one. Using his new funds, he had his cortex installed into a new body by [[Swindle, Swindle & Swindle]] on the black market, and used the black-ops pass to travel to their original destination universe... leaving his teammates to deal with the fallout of his actions. {{storylink|Withered Hope}}

{{note|"Games of Deception" is a part of the Fun Publications [[Classics (2006)|Classics]] storyline, which takes place after a version of the Marvel Comics continuity which does not include the UK-exclusive comics or ''[[Generation 2]]''.}}
[[Image:Bugbitelikesyou.jpg|right|150px|thumb|Maybe if Bug Bite brainwashes himself some friends, he won't feel so alone.]]
Bug Bite appeared on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] approximately at the time of the battle with [[Unicron]]. He eventually fit in with [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]]'s troops, quickly becoming favored. (Bug Bite had also reverse-engineered a mind-control device using [[cerebro-shell]] technology. Let's just say the other Decepticons suddenly liked him ''very much''.)

Bug Bite discovered that [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] was somehow responsible for the death of his universe, so he rounded up his amazingly loyal troops and landed on Earth. He requested an audience with Megatron through [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] and his [[Seeker (body-type)|Seekers]], but this meeting was merely a ploy by Bug Bite to snare these Decepticons with cerebro-shells.

[[Image:Bugbiteseeksrevenge.jpg|left|150px|thumb|He's seen [[Cy-Kill (disambiguation)|Cy-Kill]] beaten up in all those cameos, and he's pissed.]]
Subsequently, Bug Bite marched straight into Megatron's stronghold, the ''[[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'', under the pretense of striking a deal. Almost immediately, Bug Bite switched on the other Decepticons' mind control, and Megatron found himself surrounded by weapons pointed in his direction. Unfortunately, rogue Autobots led by [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] were waiting outside and jammed the cerebro-shells' signal, though with mixed results. Bug Bite appeared dead during the following battle after Megatron blew off his head. {{storylink|Games of Deception}}

While [[Dreadwind (G1)|Dreadwind]] pulled the damaged bodies of [[Weirdwolf]] and Bug Bite into the repair room of their ship, Bug Bite's dimension-traveling GoBot companions arrived via a portal. Bug Bite revealed himself to be alive after all, explaining that he'd kept his organic brain behind his windshield, like on his original GoBot body, not inside his new Transformer-styled head. He announced to the others that they should expect other GoBot travelers very soon... {{storylink|Withered Hope}}

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==Toys==
[[Image:BugBite-ehobby.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Evil, evil Bumblebee.]]
===Generation 1===
*'''G1 GoBots''' (Multi-pack, 2004)
**''Japanese ID number'': '''84'''

: Bug Bite is a [[redeco]] of the [[Retool|retooled]] Takara reissue Bumblebee, transforming into a "penny racer"-proportioned Volkswagen Beetle. He was only available in an [[e-Hobby]]-[[exclusive]] six-pack with [[Bad Boy]], [[Path Finder]], [[Road Ranger]], [[Small Foot]] and [[Treds]].

: The original version of this mold is also used by [[Glyph (G1)|Glyph]] and [[Volks (G1)|Volks]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Destron/BugBite/bugbite.htm More info on e-Hobby Bug Bite at TFU.info]''

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===Timelines===
[[Image:Classics Bugbite Toy.jpg|right|300px|thumb|He's smiling because you're sitting on a bomb.]]
*'''Games of Deception!''' (Multi-pack, 2007)
**''Accessories'': "Tidal Wave" trailer/jetpack

: Bug Bite is part of the ''[[Classics (2006)|Classics]]''-themed [[BotCon 2007]] box set, along with [[Dirge (G1)|Dirge]], [[Dreadwind (G1)|Dreadwind]], [[Thrust (G1)|Thrust]] and [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]]. Bug Bite is a white and black redeco of the ''Classics'' Bumblebee toy, transforming into a sports coupe of indeterminate model. He tows a small trailer with his "[[Tidal Wave (Classics)|Tidal Wave]]" drone-unit on the back, which converts into a jet-pack to give him "flight" in robot mode. Also it can be placed on kis arm like a claw weapon. As with most ''Classics'' toys, he features a heat-sensitive [[rubsign]].

: There were 1500 ''Classics'' Bug Bite figures produced.

: This mold was also used to make ''Classics'' [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Decepticon/BCBugBite/bugbite.htm More info on BotCon Bug Bite at TFU.info]''

===Merchandise===
* '''Deco Pin''' (2007)

: The first 100 people to pre-register for a BotCon 2007 Primus package also received a bonus metal pin with Bug Bite's "tribal" deco on it.

==Trivia==
[[Image:GoBotsBugBiteModel.png|right|200px|thumb|Mr. Angry Windshield-Wiper Eyes as seen in the original Challenge of the Go-Bots cartoon.]]
* Bug Bite's name does not appear in any of the final product material on the Japanese e-Hobby set from which he "originated"; it only appeared in an early Photoshopped promotional image on the E-Hobby website. The individual toys' names were dropped when [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s legal department became concerned at how Bandai—the company that made the toys that would become the Tonka GoBots—would react to the names being used, despite the minimal chance of provable trademark infringement on Takara's part.

* This, of course, was rendered moot once [[Fun Publications]] took the ball and ran with it, re-establishing explicit ties between the two formerly-rival franchises.

* According to Timelines collaborator [[Ben Yee]], [[Lanny Lathem]] of Fun Publications intended Bug Bite's purple "tribal" paint applications to be a highly stylized version of the Decepticon insignia.

* Bug Bite's ''Classics'' body model is an "off-white C1186-P0019" (the product number for the ''Classics'' Bumblebee toy in the real world), according to the black market bodyshop [[Swindle, Swindle & Swindle]] in "[[Withered Hope]]". He also bought a gutted [[Wave Crusher]] and a Decepticon signal transponder, but declined the X-03 custom add-ons (referring to the fan-made custom parts kit for ''Classics'' Cliffjumper).

* When Bug Bite gets a new head at the end of Withered Hope, it is pointed out by Dreadwing that it doesn't quite match his body's off-white. This is a reference to the fact that his Botcon toy's head was much more white than his body.

* A rather Bug-Bite-y head can be seen among [[Lockdown (Animated)|Lockdown]]'s trophies in "[[A Few Loose Strands]]".

==External links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/Gobots/Renegades/BugBite/bugbite.htm GoBots Bug Bite on TFU.info]

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Jazz (Animated)

2009-07-04T21:07:09Z

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:''Jazz is an [[Autobot]] from the [[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Transformers Animated]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:TFA Jazz promoimage.JPG|right|228px|thumb|"When push comes to shove, you've gotta do what you love, even if it's not a good idea!"]]
Though a member of the [[Cybertron Elite Guard]], '''Jazz''' is a bit of an independent thinker. He's reluctant to disobey orders, but he has more of an appreciation for the finer things than his compatriots. This is evidenced in his better choice of vehicle mode disguise, a "sweet ride" drawn from Earth culture. He is a [[Cyber-Ninja Corps|Cyber-Ninja]], like [[Prowl (Animated)|Prowl]]. However, his training is more progressed, and instead of ninja stars he wields a pair of nunchaku. He seems to be the only one of the Elite Guard willing to learn, and fits in with the Earth team pretty well.

He is ''incredibly'' cool.

{{bigquote|Any species that can come up with a sweet ride like this can't be all bad!|Jazz digs his new [[Alternate mode|altmode]] and the humans that created it|[[The Elite Guard]]}}

==Fiction==
===''Animated'' cartoon===

:''Voice actor'': [[Phil LaMarr]] (English), [[Jens-Uwe Bogadtke]] (German)

{{note|Events from IDW Publishing are in italics}}
[[Image:Freaked jazz-1.jpg|left|180px|thumb|Booga booga!]]
Jazz accompanied [[Supreme Commander]] [[Ultra Magnus (Animated)|Ultra Magnus]] and [[Sentinel Prime (Animated)|Sentinel Prime]] to [[Earth]] to retrieve [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus Prime]]'s crew and the [[AllSpark (Animated)|AllSpark]]. When Magnus ordered Jazz to activate a [[force field]] around [[Elite Guard flagship|their ship]] to prevent [[Human|organic]] contamination, Jazz expressed interest in getting a closer look at them. This caused Sentinel Prime to warn Jazz that the organics would eventually spit acidic goo that would melt through his body armor and destroy vital [[Circuits|circuitry]]. Jazz was...less willing to meet the organics after that.

[[Image:Jazzanimatedaltmode.jpg|right|150px|thumb|Suddenly, Bumblebee's less popular.]]
When [[Sari Sumdac]] managed to sneak aboard their ship, he tried to send her out without provoking her. When she realized that Jazz was afraid of her, she tried to scare him. After [[Bulkhead (Animated)|Bulkhead]] explained that Humans were harmless (and [[Bumblebee (Animated)|Bumblebee]] explained that Sentinel Prime was a jerk), Jazz accompanied the Autobots to a Sumdac manufacturing plant that was going haywire. Jazz and Prowl managed to keep the AllSpark-powered [[police drone]]s away from Sari and Optimus long enough for Sari to shut down the assembly line. He and Prowl traded several martial arts-centered quips throughout the battle, talking about [[Metallikato]] moves like the "[[Five Servos of Doom]]" attack. {{storylink|The Elite Guard|The Elite Guard}}

When Ultra Magnus started to receive reports of [[Decepticon]] uprisings at the rim of the galaxy, Jazz commented that it was probably because they'd "got wind" that [[Megatron (Animated)|Megatron]] was still online.

[[Image:Sentinel vs Optimus%2C with Jazz in the middle.jpg|left|180px|thumb|"Right now, we need to stop fighting each other and start fighting the bad guy. Dig?"]]
Later, Jazz noticed a spike in AllSpark energy, and Ultra Magnus took him to investigate, leaving Sentinel Prime to watch Optimus Prime. Their combined attempt to remove the "SmallSpark", which [[Starscream (Animated)|Starscream]] had booby-trapped, failed, and they were blown off the train in which it was embedded. Optimus and his crew, with the help of Sari and the [[Key]], successfully and safely removed the AllSpark fragment, but Jazz could only watch as they received a dressing-down from Ultra Magnus for becoming involved. Then Starscream himself crashed to Earth, courtesy of Megatron's cannon, and knocked out Magnus. Jazz turned to Sentinel for orders, but the panicking Guardsbot was unable to think of anything. Optimus took over, directing his crew and Sari to various tasks; and himself, Jazz and Sentinel to take down Starscream—although Jazz needed to talk down the posturing pair of [[Prime (rank)|Primes]] before they could get to fighting the bad guy.

His nunchaku proved ineffective, however, and he was swiftly knocked out, leaving Optimus to save the day again. Jazz later escorted Optimus's crew in taking the [[Stasis lock|stasis locked]] and gagged Starscream to be imprisoned in the Elite Guard's ship, before the three Guardsbots and their ship departed, leaving Optimus and his crew to deal with the remaining Decepticons on Earth. {{storylink|Mission Accomplished|Mission Accomplished}}

Jazz was present as Starscream escaped the Elite Guard ship. {{storylink|A Fistful of Energon|A Fistful of Energon}}

''When the Elite Guard decided to begin [[Safeguard (Animated)|Project Safeguard]], Jazz and Sentinel voiced dissent, stating that Autobots don't fly. Jazz's discomfort only worsened when he saw [[Jetfire (Animated)|Jetfire]] and [[Jetstorm (Animated)|Jetstorm]]. He was soon assigned to train them. While taking them on in battle to guage their abilities, Jazz seemingly won quite quickly, but as soon as he turned his back the twins defeated him with ease. Later, he was observing the twins in simulated training when [[Perceptor (Animated)|Perceptor]] tried putting Starscream's coding into the program. The Starscream code took over, trapping the twins and preventing Jazz and Sentinel from disconnecting them. They were powerless to help, and the twins had to save themselves by discovering the ability to merge into Safeguard. {{storylink|First (and Second) in Flight}}''

Jazz was later onboard the Elite Guard ship, along with Ultra Magnus and Sentinel, during the galactic battles with the Decepticon rebels when the received a transmission from [[Rodimus Prime (Animated)|Rodimus]] requesting back-up. Jazz had told him to hold on a little longer. But by the time the Elite Guard had arrived, [[Team Chaar]] had already left, albiet [[Megatron (Animated)|Megatron's]] orders. {{storylink|TransWarped}}

[[Shockwave (Animated)|Longarm Prime]] had later sent Jazz, accompanied by Sentinel, Jetfire, and Jetstorm, to go after the supposed traitor [[Wasp]]. However, Wasp had retreated to Earth, much to Longarm's dismay, as he had ordered all contact with that planet be filtered through him. Despite this, Jazz and the others still went after the traitor. When they found Optimus Prime's crew, they revealed that Longarm was really Shockwave, a Decepticon double-agent, and that Wasp had been innocent the whole time. Despite this, Sentinel Prime still wanted Wasp brought in, but the crazed Autobot got away. {{storylink|Where Is Thy Sting?}}

Sentinel had later succeeded in capturing [[Swindle (Animated)|Swindle]], [[Sunstorm (Animated)|Sunstorm]], [[Blitzwing (Animated)|Blitzwing]], and [[Lugnut]], leaving [[Prowl (Animated)|Prowl]] to suspect he was getting help. Jazz had this suspicion, too, and followed him to find that he was bargaining with [[Lockdown (Animated)|a double-dealing bounty scum]]. Jazz and the others defeated Lockdown, along with [[Liar Starscream|another Decepticon fugitive]]. While they had captured the clone, Lockdown had escaped. Jazz later became impressed by Prowl's new armor, especially [[Yoketron]]'s helmet. {{storylink|Five Servos of Doom}}

When Sentinel realised he was needed on Cybertron, the Elite Guard packed up and headed for home. Jazz was disappointed, as he had enjoyed being on Earth. {{storylink|Predacons Rising}}

On the return trip, Jazz and Sentinel were contacted by the Autobot council, who wished to discuss Sentinel's temporary promotion. Sentinel let this go to his head, and told Jazz to refer to him as "Commander". He also directed Jazz to take them through an unstable ion storm, despite Jazz's protests. As Jazz piloted them in, energy from the storm somehow restored Swindle, who had been stuck in [[Alternate mode|altmode]]. Swindle instigated a prisoner break, releasing the other Decepticons, and lead them in an attack on the Elite Guard. Jazz requested that Sentinel contact Cybertron for help, but fearing repercussions for allowing the escape to happen on his watch, he sent a coded message to Optimus instead. Appearing unexpectedly through a Transwarp link within Swindle's chest, Optimus Prime was able to free the Elite Guard. He then made sure the Decepticons could hear him order Jazz to modify the ship's decontamination chamber to freeze its occupants. However, he simultaneously gave Jazz a secret coded order to set up the chamber to freeze those ''outside'' of it. Thus, when the Decepticons eventually recaptured the Autobots and placed them in the chamber, it backfired, allowing the Autobots to escape and recapture all the prisoners but Swindle and [[Lugnut]]. {{storylink|Decepticon Air}}

Having returned to Cybertron, Jazz began chafing under Sentinel Magnus' militant approach. When [[Ratchet (Animated)|Ratchet]] and [[Captain Fanzone]] accidentily transwarped to Cybertron, Jazz followed orders and helped capture them. However, once they had escaped he tailed them, and eventually helped them by granting them access to the Elite Guard infirmary so they could search for [[Arcee (Animated)|Arcee]]. After battling [[Shockwave (Animated)|Shockwave]], Ratchet was able to recapture the [[Magnus Hammer]], but refused to give it to Sentinel. Instead, he escaped took it with him back to Earth, intent on keeping it from Sentinel and protecting it for Ultra Magnus. Sentinel started to follow him, but Jazz volunteered to go instead. Upon his arrival on Earth, he informed Rathchet that he'd had enough of Sentinel and promptly volunteered his services to the Earthbound Autobots. {{storylink|This Is Why I Hate Machines}}
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{{storylink|Endgame, Part I}}
{{storylink|Endgame, Part II}}

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==Toys==
===Animated===
[[Image:Animated jazz both mode1.JPG|right|250px|thumb|Enter the Dragon Wagon]]
*'''Autobot Jazz''' (Deluxe, 2008)
**''Accessories'': 2 side-pipe "energy chucks"

: Part of the third wave of ''[[Transformers Animated (toyline)|Animated]]'' deluxes, Jazz transforms into a car that looks like a cross between [[Jazz (G1)|his Generation 1 counterpart]] and a 1950s Corvette. The toy features translucent blue [[light-piping]] for its visor, as well as translucent blue headlights. Curiously, all the toy's vehicle mode windows are ''also'' cast from this plastic, but tinted black by [[Paint application|paint applications]]. The toy's exhaust pipes can be removed from its forearms, and are connected by a short length of string to serve as nunchaku-style "energy chucks" weapons.They can also be assembled into claw-like weapons.

*'''Freeway Jazz''' (Deluxe, 2010?)
**''Accessories'': 2 side-pipe "energy chucks"

: Freeway Jazz is a [[Redeco|redeco]] of Deluxe Autobot Jazz in [[Jazz (Movie)|movie]] inspired colors.

{{comingsoontoy}}

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[[Image:BumperBattlers Jazz toy.JPG|right|200px|thumb|Comes with the world's shortest jump rope.]]
*'''Jazz''' (Bumper Battler, 2008)

:Jazz is part of the second wave of [[Bumper Battlers]]. Pressing on the vehicle mode's front bumper activates electronic noises and pops up the roof, revealing a relief of Jazz's robot form. Pressing on the Autobot faction symbol on the hood activates a random string of sound effects and voice samples from the samples available on the toy's sound chip.
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==Trivia==
* Jazz's [[Character model|model sheet]] identifies his weapons as "Laser Nunchako." {{fact}}

==External links==
* [http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/Jazz/jazz.htm Jazz at TFU.info]

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