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Power Core Combiners

2010-08-28T09:46:40Z

92.235.40.165: /* 5-packs */

{{disambig2|the real-world toyline|the in-fiction technology|Power Core Combination}}

[[Image:PCCLogo.jpg|center]]

'''Power Core Combiners''' is a subline within the [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|2010 ''Transformers'']] franchise and carries with it all the [[continuity]] ambiguity that that entails. Its aesthetic and limited fiction seem inspired by the [[live-action film series]], but nothing can be said for certain.

The design of the toys relies heavily on the titular [[gimmick]], [[Combiner|combination]]. Every main character is a "[[Commander (PCC)|Commander]]" sold with either a [[Mini-Con]] (which connects in several configurations) or a set of four [[drone]] vehicles (which connect as limbs to form a larger robot). The Mini-Cons and drones can be attached to any Commander, so hundreds of combinations are possible between all of the figures.

Unlike the Mini-Cons of [[Unicron Trilogy|previous]] [[Classics (2006)|lines]], the Power Core Combiner Mini-Cons lack their own independent vehicle or animal modes. Rather, they turn from robots into accessories for their Commanders. In vehicle mode, a Commander can use a Mini-Con as a weapon or tool. In robot mode, a Commander can wield a Mini-Con as a hand-held weapon or wear him as armor.

The drones are similar to ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]]'s "[[Prime Force]]", being vehicles with no robot modes. In fact, they are even more limited than the Prime Force, as an arm-drone cannot become a leg-drone (or vice versa). However, the fact that there are several teams of drones who can be swapped among Commanders adds a [[Special Teams|Scramble-City-esque]] dimension of play. Also, people who love [[Transformer]]s but hate transforming can breathe easy in the knowledge that the drones [[Automorph Technology|automorph]] into and out of limb mode simply by being plugged into and removed from a Commander.

==Fiction==
The toys' packaging presents a simple storyline about [[Power Core Combination]] technology being found on [[Earth]]. A more robust account was published in the [[Hasbro Transformers Collectors' Club issue 32|Collectors' Club magazine #32]]. As of yet there has been no narrative fiction, only summaries and [[bio]]s. As for which larger continuity (if any) this fits into, clues are scant and contradictory: The "Gestalt Process" is described in [[Devastator (ROTF)|horrific terms]] that match only the [[live-action film series]]; however, [[Huffer (PCC)|Huffer]]'s bio says that he's "just as inclined to grumble as he's ever been,"<ref>[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/attach/7/1/5/9/0/cardback_1273141425.jpg Huffer's on-package bio]</ref> despite having never appeared in the movie universe before. Rather, this is clearly inspired by his ''[[Generation 1 (franchise)|Generation 1]]'' [[Huffer (G1)|namesake]]. Any conclusions are up to the reader to make.

==Toys==
===Power Core Combiners===
====Commander 2-packs====
Each 2-pack contains a Commander (who turns into a robot and a vehicle) and a Mini-Con (who turns into a robot and various accessory modes for the Commander). Each Commander also has a torso mode with a different head, and this can be combined with any of the drone sets from the 5-packs (see below). Commanders also have standard Mini-Con [[Powerlinx]] plugs, so they are compatible with any Mini-Cons, not just their pack-in partners.

'''Wave 1'''
* [[Huffer (PCC)|Huffer]] (semi cab) and [[Caliburst (PCC)|Caliburst]] (cannon)
* [[Searchlight (PCC)|Searchlight]] (rescue helicopter) and [[Backwind]] (winch)
* [[Smolder]] (fire department brush truck) and [[Chopster]] (axe)

'''Wave 2'''
* [[Icepick (PCC)|Icepick]] (snowcat arctic vehicle) and [[Chainclaw (PCC)|Chainclaw]] (missile launcher)
* [[Leadfoot (PCC)|Leadfoot]] (F1 racer) and [[Pinpoint]] (cannon/engine)
* [[Sledge (PCC)|Sledge]] (rockwheel trencher construction vehicle) and [[Throttler]] (drill)

'''Wave 3'''
* [[Windburn]] (Searchlight redeco) and [[Darkray]] (Caliburst redeco)
* [[Darkstream]] (Skyburst redeco) and [[Razorbeam]] (Chopster redeco)
* [[Steelshot]] (Bombshock redeco) and [[Beacon]] (Backwind redeco)

'''Future Waves'''
* [[Heavytread (PCC)|Heavytread]] (tank) and [[Groundspike]]
* [[Skyhammer (PCC)|Skyhammer]] (fighter jet) and [[Airlift]]
{{comingsoontoy}}

====5-packs====
Each 5-pack contains a Commander (who turns into a robot and a vehicle) and four drones (which turn into vehicles and limbs). The drones have an [[Automorph Technology|automatic]] "deploy" transformation when they attach and an automatic retract feature to vehicle mode when detached. Arm-drones and leg-drones cannot swap functions. Each drone has Mini-Con [[Powerlinx]] [[peg|hardpoint]]s. Any set of drones can combine with any Commander, even the ones sold in 2-packs.

'''Wave 1'''
* [[Bombshock (PCC)|Bombshock]] with [[Combaticon (PCC)|Combaticon]] drones
* [[Skyburst]] with [[Aerialbot (PCC)|Aerialbots]] drones

'''Wave 2'''
* [[Double Clutch (PCC)|Double Clutch]] with [[Rallybot]] drones
* [[Mudslinger (PCC)|Mudslinger]] with [[Destructicon (PCC)|Destructicon]] drones

'''Wave 3'''
* [[Stakeout (PCC)|Stakeout]] (Smolder redeco) with [[Protectobot (PCC)|Protectobot]] drones (Aerialbot & Combaticon redecoes)
* [[Crankcase (PCC)|Crankcase]] (Huffer redeco) with [[Destron (PCC)|Destron]] drones (Aerialbot & Combaticon redecoes)

'''Future Waves'''
* [[Steamhammer (PCC)|Steamhammer]] with [[Constructicon (PCC)|Constructicon]] drones
* [[Grimstone]] with [[Dinobot (PCC)|Dinobots]] drones
{{comingsoontoy}}

==References==
<references />

[[Category:Franchises]]
[[Category:Power Core Combiners| ]]

Power Core Combiners

2010-08-28T09:45:35Z

92.235.40.165: /* 5-packs */

Power Core Combiners

2010-08-28T09:44:58Z

92.235.40.165: /* Commander 2-packs */

{{disambig2|the real-world toyline|the in-fiction technology|Power Core Combination}}

[[Image:PCCLogo.jpg|center]]

'''Power Core Combiners''' is a subline within the [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|2010 ''Transformers'']] franchise and carries with it all the [[continuity]] ambiguity that that entails. Its aesthetic and limited fiction seem inspired by the [[live-action film series]], but nothing can be said for certain.

The design of the toys relies heavily on the titular [[gimmick]], [[Combiner|combination]]. Every main character is a "[[Commander (PCC)|Commander]]" sold with either a [[Mini-Con]] (which connects in several configurations) or a set of four [[drone]] vehicles (which connect as limbs to form a larger robot). The Mini-Cons and drones can be attached to any Commander, so hundreds of combinations are possible between all of the figures.

Unlike the Mini-Cons of [[Unicron Trilogy|previous]] [[Classics (2006)|lines]], the Power Core Combiner Mini-Cons lack their own independent vehicle or animal modes. Rather, they turn from robots into accessories for their Commanders. In vehicle mode, a Commander can use a Mini-Con as a weapon or tool. In robot mode, a Commander can wield a Mini-Con as a hand-held weapon or wear him as armor.

The drones are similar to ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]]'s "[[Prime Force]]", being vehicles with no robot modes. In fact, they are even more limited than the Prime Force, as an arm-drone cannot become a leg-drone (or vice versa). However, the fact that there are several teams of drones who can be swapped among Commanders adds a [[Special Teams|Scramble-City-esque]] dimension of play. Also, people who love [[Transformer]]s but hate transforming can breathe easy in the knowledge that the drones [[Automorph Technology|automorph]] into and out of limb mode simply by being plugged into and removed from a Commander.

==Fiction==
The toys' packaging presents a simple storyline about [[Power Core Combination]] technology being found on [[Earth]]. A more robust account was published in the [[Hasbro Transformers Collectors' Club issue 32|Collectors' Club magazine #32]]. As of yet there has been no narrative fiction, only summaries and [[bio]]s. As for which larger continuity (if any) this fits into, clues are scant and contradictory: The "Gestalt Process" is described in [[Devastator (ROTF)|horrific terms]] that match only the [[live-action film series]]; however, [[Huffer (PCC)|Huffer]]'s bio says that he's "just as inclined to grumble as he's ever been,"<ref>[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/attach/7/1/5/9/0/cardback_1273141425.jpg Huffer's on-package bio]</ref> despite having never appeared in the movie universe before. Rather, this is clearly inspired by his ''[[Generation 1 (franchise)|Generation 1]]'' [[Huffer (G1)|namesake]]. Any conclusions are up to the reader to make.

==Toys==
===Power Core Combiners===
====Commander 2-packs====
Each 2-pack contains a Commander (who turns into a robot and a vehicle) and a Mini-Con (who turns into a robot and various accessory modes for the Commander). Each Commander also has a torso mode with a different head, and this can be combined with any of the drone sets from the 5-packs (see below). Commanders also have standard Mini-Con [[Powerlinx]] plugs, so they are compatible with any Mini-Cons, not just their pack-in partners.

'''Wave 1'''
* [[Huffer (PCC)|Huffer]] (semi cab) and [[Caliburst (PCC)|Caliburst]] (cannon)
* [[Searchlight (PCC)|Searchlight]] (rescue helicopter) and [[Backwind]] (winch)
* [[Smolder]] (fire department brush truck) and [[Chopster]] (axe)

'''Wave 2'''
* [[Icepick (PCC)|Icepick]] (snowcat arctic vehicle) and [[Chainclaw (PCC)|Chainclaw]] (missile launcher)
* [[Leadfoot (PCC)|Leadfoot]] (F1 racer) and [[Pinpoint]] (cannon/engine)
* [[Sledge (PCC)|Sledge]] (rockwheel trencher construction vehicle) and [[Throttler]] (drill)

'''Wave 3'''
* [[Windburn]] (Searchlight redeco) and [[Darkray]] (Caliburst redeco)
* [[Darkstream]] (Skyburst redeco) and [[Razorbeam]] (Chopster redeco)
* [[Steelshot]] (Bombshock redeco) and [[Beacon]] (Backwind redeco)

'''Future Waves'''
* [[Heavytread (PCC)|Heavytread]] (tank) and [[Groundspike]]
* [[Skyhammer (PCC)|Skyhammer]] (fighter jet) and [[Airlift]]
{{comingsoontoy}}

====5-packs====
Each 5-pack contains a Commander (who turns into a robot and a vehicle) and four drones (which turn into vehicles and limbs). The drones have an [[Automorph Technology|automatic]] "deploy" transformation when they attach and an automatic retract feature to vehicle mode when detached. Arm-drones and leg-drones cannot swap functions. Each drone has Mini-Con [[Powerlinx]] [[peg|hardpoint]]s. Any set of drones can combine with any Commander, even the ones sold in 2-packs.

'''Wave 1'''
* [[Bombshock (PCC)|Bombshock]] with [[Combaticon (PCC)|Combaticon]] drones
* [[Skyburst]] with [[Aerialbot (PCC)|Aerialbots]] drones

'''Wave 2'''
* [[Double Clutch (PCC)|Double Clutch]] with [[Rallybot]] drones
* [[Mudslinger (PCC)|Mudslinger]] with [[Destructicon (PCC)|Destructicon]] drones

'''Future Waves'''
* [[Stakeout (PCC)|Stakeout]] (Smolder redeco) with [[Protectobot (PCC)|Protectobot]] drones (Aerialbot & Combaticon redecoes)
* [[Crankcase (PCC)|Crankcase]] (Huffer redeco) with [[Destron (PCC)|Destron]] drones (Aerialbot & Combaticon redecoes)
* [[Steamhammer (PCC)|Steamhammer]] with [[Constructicon (PCC)|Constructicon]] drones
* [[Grimstone]] with [[Dinobot (PCC)|Dinobots]] drones
{{comingsoontoy}}

==References==
<references />

[[Category:Franchises]]
[[Category:Power Core Combiners| ]]