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The Dweller in the Depths

2024-06-04T10:46:31Z

Astrobotix: Dialogue script is a typo of a common Spanish-Cuban phrase

{{disambig3|Dweller in the Depths}}
{{episode|
|series=G1toon
|ep=87
|series2=2010
|ep2=18
|prev2=Webworld
|next2=The Quintesson Journal
|image=DwellerDepths Dweller surface.jpg
|caption=Cthulhu fhtagn!
|title="The Dweller in the Depths"
|season=3
|season ep=22
|production code=700-107
|airdate=[[October 30]], 1986
|written by=[[Paul Dini]]
|production company=[[Sunbow Productions]]
|animation studio=[[Toei Animation]]
|continuity=[[Generation 1 cartoon continuity]]
|video=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTiB-r1o_Ns
|videosite=YouTube
}}
'''The Quintessons, as part of a new attempt at regaining Cybertron, unleash the most dangerous creature known.'''

==Synopsis==
[[File:QuintessonDepth.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Start with some amoral scientists meddling with powers they cannot possibly comprehend, let alone hope to control.]]
On Cybertron, the [[Autobot]]s have just successfully activated [[Perceptor (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Perceptor]]'s new power core, which should be able to triple the planet’s energy reserves. A short distance away in their ship, the Quintessons watch, disgusted by the success and progress of their creations. One Quintesson unveils a plan to release the [[Dweller (G1)|Dweller]], one of the early biomechanical experiments called [[Trans-Organic]]s that were developed by the Quintessons that predate the creation of the Transformers. Unable to even perform rudimentary assignments, the Trans-Organics were unstable monsters that were eventually sealed away in a hibernation chamber deep within Cybertron.

[[File:Dweller-in-the-depths-autobots-tunnelentrance.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|Add a group of plucky, quirky friends who can't resist exploring the old abandoned place up the road. (Pictured: the Oddball Buddy, the Final Girl, the All-American Jock, the Creepy Old Groundskeeper, and the Responsible One.)]]
On [[Chaar]], [[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]] is lamenting his [[Decepticon]] troops' incompetence when the Quintessons beam down to talk. The Quintessons inform Galvatron about the Autobots' new power core but purposely give him the wrong location. Galvatron, [[Cyclonus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Cyclonus]] and the [[Sweep (G1)|Sweeps]] arrive on Cybertron, and break into the tunnel that leads below, soon pursued by [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ultra Magnus]], [[Arcee (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Arcee]], [[Kup (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Kup]], [[Springer (G1)|Springer]], and [[Wreck-Gar (G1)|Wreck-Gar]].

In the planet's lowest levels, the Decepticons uncover a chamber full of strange organic pods, but no power core. Realizing they've been tricked, a furious Galvatron blasts the chamber's machinery... releasing the Trans-Organics from their long slumber! The motley horrors tear into the Decepticons, then turn on the Autobots when they arrive moments later.

[[File:Dweller-in-the-depths-decepticons-aiming.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Be sure to include a bunch of interchangeable nobodies who can serve as bodycount fodder. Also, a certified crazy guy who nobody really wants to be around.]]
Leaving the Autobots to deal with the creatures, the battered Decepticons flee to another chamber, searching for a way out.. only to encounter the most powerful of the monstrous experiments: The Dweller, a giant energy leech that drains living creatures of their energy.

[[File:TransOrganics.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|Together they stumble across the terrors that lurk in the dark places of the world!]]
In quick order, the Dweller drains several Sweeps, all the Trans-Organics (which vaporizes their organic parts, leaving nothing but a few mechanical bits behind) and Wreck-Gar. When Springer tries to rescue him from a storage pod on the monster's back, the zombiefied Junkion drains ''his'' energy too: all the victimized Transformers have been turned into shambling [[energy vampire]]s! Kup is lost to the vampire horde as the battle continues; Arcee and Magnus finally manage to escape.

[[File:DwellerCartoon1.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1|Then have them unleash an eldritch horror from the darkest depths of the lands below!]]
Lost in the maze of chambers and tunnels in the dark depths of Cybertron, unable to find their way back to the surface, the Decepticons find their numbers quickly whittled down by the Dweller until only Galvatron is left (it doesn't help when Galvatron starts throwing Sweeps at it to buy time for himself.)

[[File:ArceeDepth.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|Go, Final Girl! Kick his tail in!]]
Even hunted by the subterranean nightmare, Galvatron can't resist the chance to attack the two last Autobots when he comes across them. Their struggle is soon interrupted by the arrival of the Dweller, which dislodges Galvatron's cannon and knocks him out. Arcee turns Galvatron's weapon against the Dweller, blasting through a wall... but rather than continuing the fight, the Dweller heads toward the power core.

[[File:VampireDepth.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Said eldritch abomination has its own army of zombies, made of the shambling corpses that were once your friends!]]
The two Autobots make it back to headquarters where they update [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Rodimus Prime]] and Perceptor on the situation, the energy vampires bursting in right behind them. Perceptor determines that the vampires are suffering from a unique form of energy depletion and that a power surge should restabilize their levels. The Autobots form a chain with Perceptor at the end, who plugs himself into the console and they inject the crowd of vampire with an [[energon]] surge. The surge returns the Autobots and Decepticons to normal. Cyclonus, [[Scourge (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Scourge]], and the Sweeps quickly escape and rejoin Galvatron in fleeing the planet.

Meanwhile, The Dweller is breaking free to the surface, getting bigger from its energy absorption, and heading for Perceptor’s generator. Knowing that it will be unstoppable once it has attached itself to the generator, Perceptor uses the emergency eject switch to launch both the generator and The Dweller on top of it into space.

As the Quintessons who hatched the plot approach Cybertron, they are puzzled to still find energy readings coming from the planet. Then they detect something else: the Dweller has been propelled directly at their ship, and soon drains it dry...

The Autobots work to recover from the loss of the power core, but consider it a small price to pay to be rid of the creature.

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==Featured characters==
{{Featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Springer (G1)|Springer]] (1)
*[[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Rodimus Prime]] (2)
*[[Perceptor (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Perceptor]] (3)
*[[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ultra Magnus]] (4)
*[[Arcee (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Arcee]] (5)
*[[Kup (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Kup]] (11)
*[[Wreck-Gar (G1)|Wreck-Gar]] (12)
|c2=
*[[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]] (7)
*[[Sweep (G1)|Sweeps]] (8)
*[[Scourge (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Scourge]] (9)
*[[Cyclonus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Cyclonus]] (10)
|c4=
*[[Quintesson]]s (6)
*[[Trans-Organic]]s (13)
*[[Dweller (G1)|Dweller]] (14)
}}

==Quotes==
[[File:GalvatronDepth.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|I warned you kids about that place! Don't ever let me catch you near the old campground again! YOU DON'T KNOW WHAT YOU'RE MESSING WITH!!]]
"You cringy, cowardly, weak-willed fools! Why am I still stuck on this worthless, cosmic trash bin! Why have I not retaken Cybertron?! And most importantly, why have I been saddled with such a useless pile of rusting junk for followers!" 
"But, mighty Galvatron, we humble Sweeps need energon to—" 
"It's power you want?! I will give you power!"
:—'''Galvatron''' in his rage demands to know from '''Scourge''' and the Sweeps why he isn't victorious. He takes out his frustrations on them until the Quintessons arrive.

"Quintesson! You have betrayed us to the Autobots once before. Why should I trust you?" 
"Heh heh. Please, Galvatron, you can't lay one bad experience on the doorstep of the whole Quintesson race. Besides, how can you be so certain that we were the ones who betrayed you?" 
"Well...you all do look alike."
:—'''Galvatron''' and the '''Quintessons''' as the latter manipulate the Decepticon leader as part of their new plan to retake Cybertron

"YO, JOE! Here I come to save the day. ¡Ay, ay, ay, ay, ay! Can this be...the end...of little Wreck-Gar? Oh, no!"
:—'''Wreck-Gar''' saves Ultra Magnus from the Dweller's energy-draining web, only to get trapped in it himself and be drained.

[[File:DwellerDepth.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|Cybertron has a C.H.U.D. problem too.]]
"Come on, Wreck-Gar, buddy! They haven't canceled your series yet!"
:—'''Springer''' frees the energy-drained Wreck-Gar from the Dweller's rear pouch.

"Be a good soldier, help him." 
"Galvatron, NO! I beg you!"
:—'''Galvatron''' sacrifices another '''Sweep''' to the energy vampires that are approaching.

"I don't know what that thing is back in the tunnels, but even if it gets me as well, I'll die with the satisfaction that the universe will have two more Autobots to mourn!"
:—'''Galvatron''' as he is about to attack Ultra Magnus and Arcee, not realising that the Dweller is fast approaching.

==Notes==
===Continuity notes===
*Along with "[[Grimlock's New Brain]]" and "[[The Big Broadcast of 2006 (episode)|The Big Broadcast of 2006]]", this is one of several episodes in which the Autobots are hard at work restoring Cybertron.
[[File:Quint rentacops.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|Creepy Old Groundskeeper tells everyone the old stories about the awful things that are supposed to have happened there, but nobody believes him.]]
*We get a rare look into Cybertron's early history:
**The two-headed Quintesson recounts the story of the Trans-organics, who preceded the Transformers. (There's a parallel, doubtless unintentional, with the [[demon]]s of the Marvel Comics continuity - they were likewise an organic-esque race created before the Transformers, subsequently deemed a failure by their creator and locked away deep within the planet, only to be released in the modern day to terrorize the Transformers.)
**We also see a whole crowd of Quintessons who seem to be bearing weapons.
**The Quintessons remark on the Autobots' ancestors being the ones responsible for their exile from Cybertron.
*Gadgets and powers:
**Springer's rocket-assisted jump from underneath a pile of rubble appears to have been scripted as a rare use of his bio's "springing" power... which is undercut by the animation showing '''''all''''' the trapped Autobots making the same rocket-jump as Springer does to get themselves free.
*When the Dweller drains all the energy from a Transformer, it turns grey - a convention that normally represents death for a Transformer.
*The two Quintessons arrive on Chaar in a blazing column of energy, as if teleporting.
*Standing over the fallen Galvatron, Magnus makes the curious remark that "We'll send the Junkions around for him later." Were they going to salvage Galvatron for spare parts?
*The shot of the Autobots watching the core get blasted away is very similar to the shot of them watching Unicron's head get blasted away (in "[[Ghost in the Machine (G1)|Ghost in the Machine]]"). Only, here they aren't cheering and Wreck-Gar is standing where Kup was.
* There is an unusual hint of sarcasm in Cyclonus' voice when he delivers the line, "Galvatron, I'm relieved you got away, my lord." It's almost as if the unquestionably loyal Cyclonus is getting a bit tired of being used as cannon fodder.

===Real-world references===
*This episode is heavily influenced by the writings of [[H. P. Lovecraft]]. In particular, the Dweller appears to be based on {{w|Cthulhu}} and the Trans-Organics' backstory is similar to the {{w|Shoggoth}}s.
*Wreck-Gar quotes the catchphrases of both the [[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]] team and {{w|Mighty Mouse}}.
**"¡Ay, ay, ay, ay, ay!" is a Spanish-Cuban quote popularized by Ricky Ricardo (Desi Arnaz) in ''{{w|I Love Lucy}}''.
**"Can this be...the end...of little Wreck-Gar?" parodies the dying words of Edward G. Robinson's title character in ''{{w|Little Caesar}}''.
**Wreck-Gar even stays in character after he's a vampire, crying out "Feed me!" before latching on to Springer - a moment of genre-savvy gallows humor, as he's quoting the ravenous plant Audrey II from ''Little Shop of Horrors''.
**"Y'all don't come back now, ya hear?" plays on a line made famous in the closing theme song of ''The Beverly Hillbillies''.
*''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]]'' sound effects:
**Lots of clashing and sparking [[lightsaber]]s when people's energy is being drained (or restored), and again when Magnus blasts the pile of rubble away from the Dweller chamber.
**''[[Millennium Falcon]]'' engine burst as the power core is jettisoned.

===Animation and technical errors===
*The episode's second shot shows either a monstrously huge Springer (hovering over a building), or an absolutely ''tiny'' Magnus, Arcee and Perceptor (barely visible in the building's windows.)
*"It's completed at last!" This peculiar shot seems intended to show the ''reflections'' of Magnus, Perceptor and Arcee as they watch Springer place the power core through the building's window (Perceptor's cannon is on the opposite side from usual; and the trio's placement is reversed in the next shot, which includes their reflections.) But they're drawn totally solid, making it look like they've turned their backs on the very event they're so happy to be watching.
*"There's Rodimus Prime's signal" - Arcee is looking right at ''Springer'' as she says this.
**And where is Rodimus during all this, anyway?
*Five Voices of Doom:
**With no Judges in this episode, their usual voices are reassigned to other makes of [[Quintesson]]. [[Regis Cordic]]'s "Quintesson #1" voice is given to the Prosecutor type, while [[Roger C. Carmel]]'s "Quintesson #2" voice emanates from the bulbous-headed Scientist. The two-faced Engineer exclusive to this episode, performed by [[Tony Pope]], shares his voice with [[Inquirata (G1)|Inquirata]] from "[[Forever Is a Long Time Coming (episode)|Forever Is a Long Time Coming]]."
**When the Quintessons detect the Dweller approaching their ship, the Scientist speaks with the Prosecutor's voice.
*"Surely you have not forgotten our first experiments" - none of the three Quintessons' energy beams are actually reaching the floor. The two-headed one also moves to the controls at an incredibly slow pace.
*As usual, Galvatron's chin changes from dark grey to grey throughout the episode.
*As the Quintesson scientist notes that the power core mission is a "peace offering" to Galvatron, the Prosecutor Quintesson's face is brown instead of green; he's also standing there with his mouth gaping wide open.
[[File:DwellerDepths Hibernation chamber.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|The strange, ominous devices that you don't know what they do but it surely can't be good? Be SURE to mess with those. Preferably for no good reason at all.]]
*Magically appearing Sweeps:
**4 Sweeps are shown entering the tunnels, and entering the Trans-Organic chamber.
**5 Sweeps are shown fleeing the Trans-Organic chamber, and having their energy drained at subsequent points.
**6 Sweeps are shown departing Cybertron.
*When Galvatron and the Sweeps are entering the abandoned shaft, Galvatron's head is tiny.
*The intent seems to be that Springer used his springing power, or a rocket-powered equivalent, to smash a path out of the rubble... but the animation shows ''all'' the Autobots leaping free all at once. Arcee and Magnus both get rocket thruster trails in addition to Springer.
*Two Sweeps, and Cyclonus, suffer visible damage as they battle the Trans-Organics, including a ''very'' badly mauled shoulder for one of the Sweeps. None of their injuries are visible after the shots where they happen.
*Just before a commercial break, as Cyclonus is being chased by a Trans-Organic, the rectangle on his chest isn't colored (it should be orange).
*"Galvatron, stop him! Noooooo!" Cyclonus's cry goes on well after the Trans-Organic that's assaulting him is blasted away.
*A recycled shot makes it look like the spike-mouthed bear creature has been standing there the whole time, with the bird-creature still perched on his shoulder the whole time.
[[File:Dweller-in-the-depths-autobots-mauledsweep.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|Be sure to show a ton of gory, horrific injuries for maximum shock effect!]]
*As the Autobots enter the chamber where the Decepticons are battling the Trans-Organics, Magnus has a visor instead of separate optics.
*The first Sweep to be drained by the Dweller emits some garbled gibberish after saying "Where?!", before anything's happened to him. Then he screams in Galvatron's voice, despite having had a much higher-pitched raspy voice a second earlier.
*"Have to try and transform!" - Arcee's mouth doesn't move for the first part of this line.
*Kup has red eyes when the vampires grab him.
*"So much for them!" - the opening of Galvatron's cannon is colored solid orange.
*When Galvatron throws the last Sweep at the group of "vampires," the Sweep's Decepticon logo has an overly large crest.
*Cyclonus is running away from the Dweller when he swats off its first netting attempt; when the second attempt snares him in the next shot, he's just standing there, facing the Dweller.
*"I don't know what that thing is back in the tunnels" - the opening of Galvatron's cannon is light gray.
*When Magnus leaps at Galvatron, Arcee - previously on his right - has vanished.
*Galvatron is then inexplicably lying on the ground before Magnus even gets to him; he was standing up, aiming his cannon at the two Autobots, just a second before.
*As he walks toward the fallen Galvatron, Ultra Magnus's Autobot logo is missing, briefly flashes into existence, then disappears again.
*When Arcee and Magnus note that they'll come for Galvatron later, both of them are missing their Autobot logos (and most of their detailing as well).
*When Perceptor notes the "unknown force," his Autobot logo is lined in black instead of white. This happens several more times over the rest of episode.
*The next shot has the lights going dim, well before the Dweller has reached the power core.
*Ultra Magnus and Arcee arrive a shot later, Arcee's Autobot logo disappears for a frame.
*As Magnus explains about the Dweller, Rodimus is missing his spoiler.
*As Magnus says, "So what can we do about it?," Arcee is missing her "wings."
*When he hits the console with his arm tool, Perceptor's chest is white instead of red; it briefly flashes red as he pulls out of the console.
*When the vampire-bots are restored, Kup and Springer's glowing red eye effects are misaligned with their eyes. It looks like they're wearing reading glasses. (EVIL reading glasses!) The glow effects also remain after they return to their otherwise-normal colors.
[[File:Dwelleroptimusgeneric.jpg|upright=1.4|thumb|The police and military are helpless against this viperous malevolence!]]
*When the Dweller bursts out, two successive shots show [[Streetwise (G1)|Streetwise]] and [[Groove (G1)|Groove]] firing on it, but they're completely miscolored. Groove is two shades of orange; Streetwise has Ultra Magnus's colors in the first shot, and is mostly medium blue in the second. [[First Aid (G1)|First Aid]] is also briefly visible in the first shot, miscolored as [[Eject (G1)|Eject]].
*As he notes releasing the power core is the only way to stop the creature, Rodimus' helmet is missing its horizontal line.
*As the Dweller reaches the core, its eyes are black instead of glowing yellow.
*"Now!" - Rodimus' helmet is missing its horizontal line.
*As the Autobots watch the core blast off, Rodimus' spoiler is all-yellow (it should be orange in the middle).
*As the Dweller drains the Quintesson ship, its glowing-eye effect flashes off and on, in synch with the lights on the ship. It also doesn't actually affix its mouth to the ship. The glow-effect is still missing when the shot is recycled at the episode's end.
*As Perceptor works on the auxiliary generator, his right hand can be seen ''through'' a pillar.
*In the next shot, Arcee's nose is missing its bridge.

===Continuity errors===
*"Through the ages, many groups of Quintessons have tried to retake Cybertron, but none have succeeded." Their efforts must have been ''very'' subtle, as nobody, on either the Autobot or Decepticon sides has had any awareness of them over the last 9 million years. There was even a [[More than Meets the Eye, Part 1|four million year period]] where most of them were offline on a distant planet, yet they still don't seem to have done much about this ambition. Unless [[Shockwave (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Shockwave]] and his [[Cybertron Guard|crew]] fended them off and never told anyone.
*Galvatron's claim that the Quintessons "betrayed us ''to the Autobots''" doesn't really describe any of the Decepticons' encounters with them; presumably it's in reference to their deceitful alliance in "[[Five Faces of Darkness, Part 5]]".
*Why are Arcee and Magnus ''trembling'' at Galvatron's approach? Even if it was in character for either of them, they've already had like two fights with him in this episode alone!
*Galvatron and the Decepticons were trounced by the Dweller - but then Arcee is able to use Galvatron's cannon to blast the Dweller through a wall and force it to retreat.

===Trivia===
[[File:Dweller-in-the-depths-sweep-lastmanstanding.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|Give the lesser bad guys some endearing traits so we feel bad when they inevitably fall victim to the woebegotten wyrm.]]
[[File:Quint two faced.jpg|thumb|upright=1.0|The amoral scientists, of course, get it in the end.]]
*There is some notably lovely artwork in this episode. Shots such as the Quintesson's face being destroyed, Arcee straining against the Dweller's web, and the damaged Sweep falling to the ground, get extra amounts of loving mechanical detail. There's careful shading on lots of characters, and plenty of dynamic poses and well-proportioned characters.
*The eyes on the last two Sweeps standing are absolutely huge - normally we'd call it an animation error, but it seems intended to show their state of complete terror.
*When Cyclonus calls for help from Galvatron after the Dweller grabs him, Galvatron turns and...actually ''hesitates'' for a moment before moving on. The animation even makes it look like Galvatron's 'eyebrows' raise up in shock/horror.
*Galvatron comments that all Quintessons look the same, yet this episode features some of the more disparate designs in place of the usual five-faced Quints.
*In similar fashion to "[[The Big Broadcast of 2006 (episode)|The Big Broadcast of 2006]]", this episode was adapted by Marvel as a fill-in comic issue. It was never published, but held in reserve as a "backup" in case of a deadline emergency. Inked and uncolored pages from the adaptation [https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.897077043664280.1073741917.166738590031466&type=1 surfaced online] in 2015; while generally faithful to the episode, several differences are notable:
**Rodimus, not Springer, is shown giving the signal to activate the power core, and reacting with a "Wow!"
**The Quintessons have a completely different design.
**When Magnus orders Galvatron to halt, Galvatron's "Of course, Ultra Magnus!" response has a logical concluding line, "It gives me better aim!" - presumably cut from the episode for whatever reason.

===Foreign localization===
'''French'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Le monstre des profondeurs'''" ("The Monster of the Depths")
::*Concerning the European French dub, this episode was re-dubbed late, in the 2000s, probably on demand from [[Déclic Images]]. That may be because the original episode was lost or not usable. The dubbing implied a whole different team of voice actors. 3 other episodes got the same fate.
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

'''German'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Der Moloch der Tiefe'''" ("The Dweller in the Depths")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

'''Italian'''
:*''Title (first dub):'' "'''Terrore dal profondo'''" ("Terror from the Deep")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?
:*''Title (second dub):'' "'''Colui che dimora nelle profondità'''" ("He who Lives in the Depths")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

'''Japanese'''
:*''Title:'' セイバートロン星の吸血鬼 (''Cybertron-sei no Kyūketsuki'', "The Vampires of Planet Cybertron")
:*''Original airdate:'' [[March 27]], [[1987]]

'''Mandarin'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Shēnyuān lǐ de Jūzhùzhě '''" (深渊里的居住者, "The Dweller in the Depths")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

'''Brazilian Portuguese'''
:*''Title:'' "'''O Morador das Profundezas'''" ("The Dweller in the Depths")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?
::*Due to a glitch in the only known surviving audio track of this dub, the only part of the title that is actually audible is "das Profundezas", but it's a safe bet that the full title is a direct translation from the original English.

'''Latin Spanish'''
:*''Title:'' "'''El Morador de las Profundidades'''" ("The Dweller in the Depths")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
;{{w|LaserDisc}}
[[File:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 1999 — ''The Transformers: 2010'' ([[Geneon Universal Entertainment|Pioneer LDC]]) — Japanese audio only.
;DVD
[[File:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2001 — ''The Transformers: 2010'' — DVD Box (Pioneer LDC) — Japanese audio only. 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2004 — ''The Original Transformers'' — Season 3 Part 2 & Season 4 ([[The Original Transformers|Rhino Entertainment]]) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2004 — ''Transformers'' — Season 3 and Season 4 ([[Metrodome]]) 
[[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2004 — ''Transformers'' — Collection 5: Series 3.2 ([[Madman Entertainment]]) 
[[File:Flag of France.png|20px|France]] 2004 — ''Transformers'' — Volume 18 ([[Déclic Images]]) — European French audio only. 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2006 — ''Transformers'' — The Complete Generation One Collection (Metrodome) 
[[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2007 — ''The Transformers'' — Complete Collection (Madman Entertainment) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2009 — ''Transformers'' — Season's Three & Four {{sic}} (Metrodome) 
[[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2009 — ''The Transformers'' — Complete Collection: Decepticon Edition (Madman Entertainment) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2009 — ''The Transformers'' — The Complete Series: 25th Anniversary "Matrix of Leadership" Collection ([[Shout! Factory]]) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2010 — ''The Transformers'' — Seasons Three & Four: 25th Anniversary Edition (Shout! Factory) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2011 — ''The Transformers'' — The Complete Original Series (Shout! Factory) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2014 — ''The Transformers'' — Seasons Three & Four: 30th Anniversary Edition (Shout! Factory) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2014 — ''Transformers'' — The Classic Animated Series (Metrodome)

==External links==
*[https://drive.google.com/open?id=1HO3LosGtnq8VyV99uWKqjelWVe0-Su91 Episode dialogue script]
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[[Category:The Transformers episodes]]

Forever Is a Long Time Coming (episode)

2024-05-30T02:59:51Z

Astrobotix: /* Quotes */

{{disambig2|the Generation 1 episode|the ''Punishment'' issue|Forever Is a Long Time Coming (issue)}}
{{episode|
|series=G1toon
|series2=2010
|ep=74
|ep2=9
|prev2=Dark Awakening (episode)
|next2=The Killing Jar (episode)
|image=Time Portal.jpg
|caption=The biggest {{w|Interocitor}} in history.
|title="Forever Is a Long Time Coming"
|season=3
|season ep=9
|production code=700-94
|airdate=[[October 8]], 1986
|written by=[[Gerry Conway]] [[Carla Conway]]
|production company=[[Sunbow Productions]]
|animation studio=[[AKOM]], [[Sam Young Studio]]
|continuity=[[Generation 1 cartoon continuity]]
|video=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I8FkCvWUhUY
|videosite=YouTube
}}

'''In an attempt to alter history, the Quintessons open a Time Window to Cybertron's ancient past, but their meddling ultimately causes time itself to begin unraveling.'''

==Synopsis==
[[File:ForeverLongTime Sharkticons asteroid.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Belch Blasters]]

[[Perceptor (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Perceptor]], [[Wreck-Gar (G1)|Wreck-Gar]], [[Blurr (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Blurr]], and [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Blaster]] investigate chronal pulses coming from an asteroid belt near [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. They are fired upon by [[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticons]], which launch from an installation on a bowl-shaped asteroid, the source of the pulses. The Autobots make quick work of the Sharkticons as Perceptor tells Blaster to radio [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Rodimus Prime]] for reinforcements. The Autobots land on the asteroid just in time to see a Quintesson scientist open a time portal to eleven million years in the past to retrieve a "target subject", much to Perceptor's horror. The Autobots are fired on by Quintesson ships, which blast Perceptor and herd the other Autobots toward the time portal—much to the chagrin of the scientist. The [[Time Window]] fades out as the Autobots, sans Perceptor, end up eleven million years in the past!

The Quintesson ships continue firing, striking the time portal before being ambushed by [[Superion (G1)|Superion]] and Rodimus Prime. The Quintessons escape as a damaged Perceptor tells Rodimus Prime to find the Autobots and Silverbolt instructs the other Aerialbots not to follow... as a mysterious figure suddenly materializes, confused from the time travel.

[[File:Darkguardian.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|"What did you DO, Ray?"]]

Eleven million years ago, automatic defenses fire upon the Autobots, who quickly retreat. [[Ramhorn (G1)|Ramhorn]] charges and runs right into a [[Dark Guardian]] in hot pursuit. The Dark Guardian attempts to step on the Autobots, but is stopped by a shot from an unknown female Transformer called [[Beta (G1)|Beta]], who tells the others to follow her to the [[Warrens]] before the Quintessons send more. She states even though she's taking a risk bringing in Blaster and his cadre, they need all the help they can get for an attack on [[Hive City]]. Beta is disgusted by the "mark of shame" on the Autobots' chests. She explains the Autobot symbol has been a symbol of slavery for over a million years, but that [[Alpha Trion (G1)|A-3]] says it must become a symbol of freedom. She states A-3 has a [[Coder Remote]] device to freeze the Dark Guardians, allowing the [[Autobot rebel|slaves]] to rise against the Quintessons. [[Rewind (G1)|Rewind]] finally realizes they are in Cybertron's past, when the Transformers were still slaves for the Quintessons, and if the Quintessons stop this [[Autobot Rebellion|rebellion]], they would rule Cybertron in the present. Beta notes that A-3 is missing, but that they must attack at dawn with or without him. The Autobots agree to help the slaves in their attack.

[[File:ForeverLongTime A3 superion.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|"Frankly, my dear Superion, I don't give a damn."]]

Back in 2006, the Time Window is leaking energy into space—ripples in the timestream. Rodimus refuses to shut the window down while five Autobots are stuck in the past. The Quintessons fear that if the window isn't closed in the next hour, the ripples will travel through the universe, jeopardizing reality itself—some events will repeat in an endless loop (such as [[Wheelie (G1)|Wheelie]] winning a race over and over) while some will reverse (such as water running backward in a lake) and worse, the past and future will collide—evidenced by [[Marissa Faireborn]] reverting to a baby—until the universe ceases to exist. The only solution, according to the Quintessons, is to destroy the Time Window. The scientist orders a full scale assault on the asteroid.

A-3 has finally revived, but refuses to give information to "Quintesson slaves" like the Autobots. A-3 and Rodimus take cover from Quintesson starbombs and an incoming Sharkticon offensive as the other Autobots begin defending the time portal. A-3 is blasted away from the asteroid and tumbles through space before being saved by Superion, who is cornered by Quintesson ships. Under heavy fire and proclaiming his failure, Superion has a vision, seeing A-3 turn into his future self—[[Alpha Trion (G1)|Alpha Trion]]! Suddenly, the ripples in the time stream cause Superion to briefly warp into two places at once, as space and time begin to warp and mutilate itself. The Quintessons retreat, fearing the results of the distortions. Rodimus orders [[Pipes (G1)|Pipes]] to repair Perceptor, as he's the only one that can figure out what's going on. [[Silverbolt (G1)|Silverbolt]] attempts to talk to A-3, who isn't even sure who he is anymore.

[[File:ForeverLongTime Beta rebels.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Blue 42... Blue 42... Hike!]]

Back in the past, the Autobots take part in the raid on Hive City, finding themselves and the slaves against several Dark Guardians, as in the present, the Quintesson scientist proposes an alliance—and for the Time Window be closed. The raid is apparently successful with the help of the Autobots, but a five-faced Quintesson demands surrender, as the Dark Guardians surround the rebellion.

[[File:A-3 Constellation.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|It's a couple of light years away from the Optimus Prime hologram.]]

Rodimus is finally convinced by the Quintesson to close the Time Window, but A-3 volunteers to go through the time portal to retrieve the time-displaced Autobots, much to the Quintesson scientist's chagrin. A-3 lands at the raid point to Beta's elation, as the Quintesson orders the Guardians to attack. A-3 removes the golden Autobot symbol on his chest, which is the Coder Remote in disguise. A-3 triggers the Remote, which disables the Dark Guardians, then orders the Autobots to return to the present, thanking them for their help. The Autobots return to 2006 just in time for Rodimus to close the Time Window, which self-destructs.

As the day is saved, the Autobots finally realize that A-3 was Alpha Trion, as a constellation forms with his likeness.
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==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
* [[Perceptor (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Perceptor]] (1)
* [[Wreck-Gar (G1)|Wreck-Gar]] (2)
* [[Blurr (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Blurr]] (3)
* [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Blaster]] (4)
* [[Rewind (G1)|Rewind]] (5)
* [[Ramhorn (G1)|Ramhorn]] (7)
* [[Superion (G1)|Superion]] (10)
* [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Rodimus Prime]] (11)
* [[Silverbolt (G1)|Silverbolt]] (12)
* [[Air Raid (G1)|Air Raid]] (13)
* [[Fireflight (G1)|Fireflight]] (14)
* [[Skydive (G1 Aerialbot)|Skydive]] (15)
* [[Slingshot (G1)|Slingshot]] (16)
* [[Alpha Trion (G1)|A-3/Alpha Trion]] (17)
* [[Beta (G1)|Beta]] (19)
* [[Autobot rebel]]s (20)
* [[Kup (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Kup]] (21)
* [[Pipes (G1)|Pipes]] (22)
* [[Bumblebee (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Bumblebee]] (23)
* [[Jazz (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Jazz]] (24)
* [[Swerve (G1)|Swerve]] (25)
* [[Springer (G1)|Springer]] (26)
* [[Wheelie (G1)|Wheelie]] (27)

|c3=
* [[Marissa Faireborn]] (27)

|c4=
* [[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticons]] (6)
* [[Quintesson]]s (9)
** [[Inquirata (G1)|Inquirata]] (8)
* [[Dark Guardian]]s (18)
}}

==Quotes==
"So why'd ya-w-why'd ya want us along? This ain't-this ain't our gig-k-kinda gig!"
:—'''Ramhorn''' has a problem with scientific expeditions... and speaking coherently.

[[File:ForeverLongTime Air Raid Silverbolt.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]
"How come they made you Aerialbot leader, Silverbolt? You've got no sense of adventure!" 
"Exactly."
:—'''Air Raid''' gets put in his place by '''Silverbolt'''.

"What in the name of Alpha Trion?!"
:—'''Rodimus Prime''', as A-3 comes through the time portal. See what they did there?

"Ohhhh! I don't know where we are but wherever it is it's somewhere but somewhere else would definitely be a better place to be!"
:—'''Blurr''' isn't too fond of ancient Cybertron.

'''Superion''': I... have... failed you Rodimus... it is... finished. 
'''A-3''': No... Superion! ''('transforming' into Alpha Trion)'' You must live... so that I may be born! 
'''Superion''': Alpha... Trion? 
'''A-3''': A... 3...
:—'''Superion''' is given a vision of who ''' A-3 ''' really is.

'''Wreck-Gar''': Shhh! Four-out-of-five robots agree, exceptional headache number one is a mad Dark Guardian. 
'''Blaster''': Right on, but we still gotta lure 'em away from the walls so Beta and the rebels can attack. 
'''Blurr''': Yep, that's what we said we'd do, and I always do what I say I'll do, because I have to, so we'd better do it, because if we say we do and then we don't— 
''[Ramhorn roars and charges the Dark Guardians]'' 
'''Rewind''': I think the die has been cast. 
:—The Autobots discuss strategy as '''Ramhorn''' gets bored.

"You will now put down your arms and return to work, or the Dark Guardians will incinerate you where you stand. Please decide quickly."
:—An ever-polite '''Quintesson''' gives the Autobots a simple choice.

"Your friends want you home. Go, now." 
"Yeah, but—" 
"No time for talk. We thank you for your help, but you must go at once." 
"Okay. I guess we can trust you to win this one. After all, you already did."
:—'''A-3''' and '''Blaster'''

==Notes==
===Continuity notes===
[[File:YoungA3.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]
* Gadgets and powers:
** The Sharkticons are able to fly in shark mode. It looks as goofy and awkward as you might expect. This ability will be seen again in "[[The Big Broadcast of 2006 (episode)|The Big Broadcast of 2006]]".
** The nubs on Blurr's upper arms are lasers.
* The Dark Guardians are introduced here, and are obviously the predecessors of the Guardian Robots introduced in "[[War Dawn (episode)|War Dawn]]". The Guardian Robots were protectors of the general populace; in this earlier era, the Dark Guardians are the oppressive servants of the Quintessons.
* Likewise, this episode takes us deep into Cybertron's past, to the slave rebellion outlined in "[[Five Faces of Darkness, Part 4]]". It also gives us our earliest look at the 'bot later known as Alpha Trion.
* Blaster's tapes are awake and active when riding around in his chest.
* So the [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]] save A-3. To whom they would eventually bring Orion Pax, causing him to be rebuilt in "[[War Dawn (episode)|War Dawn]]" into Optimus Prime. Who would eventually call for the Aerialbots to be built, prompting Alpha Trion to sacrifice his life to give life to the Aerialbots in "[[The Key to Vector Sigma, Part 2]]". Who had saved his life 11 million years earlier. Or twenty years later. Circle of life, man.

===Real-world references===
* Blurr rattles off the {{w|Fundamental interaction|four basic forces}} of the universe (the strong force, the weak force, electromagnetic, and gravity).
* Blaster orders Ramhorn to ram the "{{w|Rama Lama Ding Dong}}" out of the Sharkticons, citing the title of a 1957 doo-wop pop song by The Edsels.
*Wreck-Gar gets a few digs in:
** "Golly, Mr. Wizard," is a reference to the famous children-oriented television science show, ''{{w|Watch Mr. Wizard}}'' (later ''Mr. Wizard's World'').
** "We've come a long way, baby!" is a take on a {{w|Virginia Slims}} cigarette ad campaign of the 1970s.
** "Exceptional headache number one" is a take on the "{{w|Excedrin}} headache number" ad campaign.
* ''Star Wars'' sound effects:
** From ''The Empire Strikes Back'': soaring and descending snowspeeders as the Wreck-Gar and Blurr fly around blasting Sharkticons.
** The sound at the start of Rewind's first shot is also a snowspeeder sound effect, from the battle on Hoth.
** Death Star defense lasers during the second Quintesson assault on the asteroid.

===Animation and technical errors===
* An AKOM episode, featuring AKOM's usual oddities:
** Movie characters often get a colored mouth. Blurr's mouth is blue, for example.
**Rodimus is consistently colored using an outdated color models; his shoulder indentations are red instead of white, his pelvis-windshield details are white instead of light burgundy, and his gun is red instead of black. Additionally, in this episode, Rodimus's back spoiler is all yellow, when it should be orange in the middle.
**A view from behind of Wreck-Gar during the Dark Guardian attack reveals that the animators did not have a rear view model. They appear to have used his toy as a reference.
* Speaking of time loops:
** A shot shows the Autobots flying away from Cybertron... then is repeated a few shots later, showing them leaving ''again''.
** A recycled shot has Perceptor dodging the Quintesson blasts in the same way twice in a row.
* The number of switches on Blaster's chest changes throughout the episode. For instance, in the opening shots, he has anywhere from ''ten'' to just ''one''. When he ejects Ramhorn, it changes from 9 to 5.
* Coloring errors:
** Perceptor's cannon is black instead of red as he answers Blaster's question about the asteroids.
** During the attack, Blaster ejects Rewind and his chest is plain blue instead of grey or yellow.
** Blurr's chest alternates from plain white to white with blue on the bottom throughout the episode (and his Autobot logo appears, moves around from the center to his abs, and disappears in different shots).
** When Beta rescues the Autobots from the Dark Guardian robot, Blaster's Autobot logo isn't colored in.
** Just before the future Autobots attack the Dark Guardians, a group shot from behind has Wheelie colored like Rewind.
** As the Autobots dive into the time gateway, Wheelie is colored like Kup.
* When the asteroid begins firing on the Autobots, Perceptor's Autobot logo is framed in black instead of white.
* The asteroid's shots don't seem to come from any kind of gun emplacement.
* Rewind's transformation sound effect doesn't play until after the shot of him transforming is already over.
* The Quintesson declares "contact with target" before the "energy hook" (which isn't made of energy at all) has even entered the time window.
* Perceptor cries out in pain before he's actually shot. Also the shot misses him completely.
* Although the Autobots are seen flying toward the time window, which begins to fade in and out, they're never actually shown flying INTO the window. Some sound effects play to presumably indicate their passage through.
* As Rodimus arrives to help the Autobots, Perceptor is flying with him instead of Superion. He's supposed to be unconscious on the asteroid at this point.
* When Superion disengages back into the Aerialbots, Silverbolt is formed from his right leg, while his torso turns into Air Raid.
* Ventriloquist bots:
** As the Autobots come under attack from the guardian robot, Rewind points and his faceplate moves as if he's speaking, but he doesn't say anything.
** Superion's faceplate doesn't move for his first line ("I have failed you...").
** As Superion appears in two places at once, the Quintesson commander is shown mouthing the Quintesson scientist's lines.
** Blaster's helmet is red as he and the others observe the massed Dark Guardians.
** Blurr's chest is all white as Rewind explains A-3 to him; Rewind's mouthplate doesn't move as he speaks.
[[File:Blaster Sideways Door.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|Ouch. That's gotta hurt.]]
* When Blaster ejects Rewind on ancient Cybertron, his tape door opens sideways.
* When Rewind asks Beta where A-3 is, his eye disappears.
* Silverbolt's shoulder-wings are mounted incorrectly as he worries about the time window.
* An abnormally huge Wheelie is shown racing Jazz (who's missing the numbers on his doors). (Also watch for a brief cameo glimpse of Bumblebee, Swerve and Springer in the establishing shot!)
[[File:Aerial forever 2.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1|AKOM's skillful shot blocking successfully conveys the exact opposite of the script's intent.]]
* A-3 is established be a pretty small dude - only waist-high to the smaller Aerialbots - but he's Rodimus's height when Rodimus tries to strike up a conversation with him, and later is shown as ''taller'' than Silverbolt.
* When the Quintesson bailiff instructs the Sharkticons to attack the Autobots, they are shown with deep space behind them; the next shot shows the Sharkticons exiting the Quintesson ship.
* When Superion is hit by the time ripples, he vanishes, leaving A-3 and the outline of his hand behind. He's supposed to be ''duplicated'', though, so he really should have stayed put.
* Also, the picture is overlapping the top of the left display monitor on the Quintesson ship.
* Beta's rebels hide in a dirt ditch on Cybertron...a planet made of metal.
* The Autobots in the past stand on top of a building in front of the Quintessons' base, but when they jump down, they're in an alcove somewhere in the middle of the building.
* The Dark Guardians fire lasers out of their faces that don't seem to come from any particular laser-firing apparatus.
* As the constellation of the Quintesson talks to the Autobots, Rodimus's chest piece is too big, and there are two generic robots behind him. (They should be the Aerialbots, but if so, they're badly misdrawn.)
[[File:ForeverLongTime Ramhorn guardian.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|Maybe it's a very small Dark Guardian?]]
* As the slave rebellion starts, Ramhorn rams a Dark Guardian and is almost as big as it is!
* As Beta fires her arrow at the Dark Guardians during the big battle, her "slave brand" (Autobot logo) is missing.
* The five-faced Quintesson in the past hovers on board a chair, but when a closeup is shown, the chair is not seen. When the view is restored, the chair is visible again.
** Speaking of the chair, it starts off with a blue flame beneath it, but the flame is red a few shots later.
* The Guardians surrounding the Autobots don't appear until the Quintesson threatens them with incineration.
* "Maybe we should send someone through to find them" - Rodimus's spoiler is missing.
* When A-3 returns to the past, the Autobots are standing in a completely different setting than when we last saw them. They're also no longer surrounded by Dark Guardians.
* The Autobot symbol on A-3's chest is suddenly a solid plate (including surrounding metal) when it is revealed as the Coder Remote, but looks no different from the regular Autobot symbol in previous shots (other than being golden).
* Beta came with four rebels, but two, five and six are shown in various shots.
* A-3 came through the gateway to the past and it was shown as just the frame of the portal, but when the Autobots go through it, it includes the control panel underneath (on ''both'' sides).
* As A-3 tells them to go, Wreck-Gar is next to Blaster on the right, but a shot later, he's behind him on the left.
* Also, as the Autobots dive into the gateway, Ramhorn disappears from the shot.
* When the Autobots land and run away from the gateway, Wheelie is running with them. (He's supposed to be on ''another planet''!) Also, Rewind is missing from the shot.
* Rodimus is nowhere near the gateway after he presses the button. The shot should show him running too.
* As he tells Rodimus they must close the time portal, Perceptor is drawn huge. (If he stood up, he'd be much taller than Rodimus, who is closer to the camera but drawn smaller.)
* Air Raid clips through Rewind as he walks up to deliver the last lines of the episode.

===Continuity errors===
* Flying Autobots:
** Perceptor, Blurr & company fly off of Cybertron and have a whole battle out in space under their own power. No jetpacks are shown or mentioned.
* Why would the Autobots fly right into the Quintessons' device?
* Supposedly, the Quintessons were after Alpha Trion, but the claw at the beginning was grabbing for something sphere-shaped.
* Nobody suspects that A-3 might be Alpha Trion until his "future ghost" talks to Superion.
** And, even more oddly, the Aerialbots are surprised at the end to discover this fact, even though A-3 himself said as much to their combined form!
* Past-Cybertron appears with a partial Earth-like rocky landscape - such as the trench in which Beta and the rebels are hiding - in addition to the conventional metal-plated ground. Are we to assume the Quintessons were still cyberforming the planet as the rebellion started? And did the Quintessons finish during the rebellion, or did the Transformers complete the job afterwards?

===Other trivia===
* The Quintesson scientist is named Inquirata in the script, but is unnamed in the episode proper.
* This is the second episode in a row to conclude with a constellation image of a character, as "[[Dark Awakening (episode)|Dark Awakening]]" ends with a star image Optimus Prime right after his apparent destruction.
* This is one of the few episodes not to feature the [[Decepticon]]s.
*What is it with Aerialbots and [[War Dawn (episode)|time travel episodes]]?

===Foreign localization===
'''French'''
:*''Title (European French broadcast):'' "'''L'éternité est plus longue qu'on ne croit'''" ("Eternity is longer than you think")
:*''Title (Canadian French broadcast):'' "'''La fenêtre du temps'''" ("The Time Window")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

'''German'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Die Ewigkeit dauert lange'''" ("The Eternity takes a long Time")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?
::*This was one of twelve episodes of [[The Transformers (cartoon)|the original cartoon]] released as audio adventures by the [[Germany|German]] company [[Karussell|Karussell Musik und Video]].

'''Italian'''
:*''Title (first dub):'' "'''La finestra del tempo'''" ("The Time Window")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?
::*Starting from this episode, the Aerialbots members (Superion included) are called by their Italian names rather than the English ones like in season 2. On the other hand, the name "Aerialbot" is left in English (although as an invariable noun) despite being previously changed to "Aerobot".
:*''Title (second dub):''"'''L'eternità giungerà tra molto tempo'''" ("Eternity will arrive after a long time")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

'''Japanese'''
:*''Title:'' 時の罠 (''Toki no Wana'', "Time Trap")
:*''Original airdate:'' [[January 16]], [[1987]]

'''Mandarin'''
:*''Title:'' Suìyuè zhī Chuāng (岁月之窗, "Time Window")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

'''Brazilian Portuguese'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Para Sempre é Exagero'''" ("Forever is an Overstatement")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?
::*Due to a glitch in the only known surviving audio track of this dub, the only part of the title that is actually audible is "Sempre é Exagero", but it's more plausible that the narrator says "para sempre" as it's a more direct translation from "forever" and makes more sense in context than just "sempre" (which means "ever" or "always").

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
;VHS
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 1993 — The Biggest Ever Saturday Morning Picture Show ([[Tempo Video]]) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2000 — ''The Original Transformers'' — Volume 5: Return to Cybertron ([[The Original Transformers|Rhino Entertainment]])
;{{w|LaserDisc}}
[[File:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 1999 — ''The Transformers: 2010'' ([[Geneon Universal Entertainment|Pioneer LDC]]) — Japanese audio only.
;DVD
[[File:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2001 — ''The Transformers: 2010'' — DVD Box (Pioneer LDC) — Japanese audio only. 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2003 — ''The Original Transformers'' — Season 3 Part 1 ([[The Original Transformers|Rhino Entertainment]]) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2003 — ''The Original Transformers'' — Season 3 Part 1: Vol. 2 (Rhino Entertainment) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2004 — ''Transformers'' — Season 3 and Season 4 ([[Metrodome]]) 
[[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2004 — ''Transformers'' — Collection 4: Series 3.1 ([[Madman Entertainment]]) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2006 — ''Transformers'' — The Complete Generation One Collection (Metrodome) 
[[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2007 — ''The Transformers'' — Complete Collection (Madman Entertainment) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2009 — ''Transformers'' — Season's Three & Four {{sic}} (Metrodome) 
[[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2009 — ''The Transformers'' — Complete Collection: Decepticon Edition (Madman Entertainment) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2009 — ''The Transformers'' — The Complete Series: 25th Anniversary "Matrix of Leadership" Collection ([[Shout! Factory]]) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2010 — ''The Transformers'' — Seasons Three & Four: 25th Anniversary Edition (Shout! Factory) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2011 — ''The Transformers'' — The Complete Original Series (Shout! Factory) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2014 — ''The Transformers'' — Seasons Three & Four: 30th Anniversary Edition (Shout! Factory) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2014 — ''Transformers'' — The Classic Animated Series (Metrodome)

==External links==
* [http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0808827/ IMDb's page for this episode]
* [https://drive.google.com/open?id=1x2gWADPnQa_2RbpJy64MNpQMkyizlohC Episode dialogue script]

[[Category:The Transformers episodes]]

Forever Is a Long Time Coming (episode)

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Astrobotix: /* Real-world references */

{{disambig2|the Generation 1 episode|the ''Punishment'' issue|Forever Is a Long Time Coming (issue)}}
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|series=G1toon
|series2=2010
|ep=74
|ep2=9
|prev2=Dark Awakening (episode)
|next2=The Killing Jar (episode)
|image=Time Portal.jpg
|caption=The biggest {{w|Interocitor}} in history.
|title="Forever Is a Long Time Coming"
|season=3
|season ep=9
|production code=700-94
|airdate=[[October 8]], 1986
|written by=[[Gerry Conway]] [[Carla Conway]]
|production company=[[Sunbow Productions]]
|animation studio=[[AKOM]], [[Sam Young Studio]]
|continuity=[[Generation 1 cartoon continuity]]
|video=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I8FkCvWUhUY
|videosite=YouTube
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'''In an attempt to alter history, the Quintessons open a Time Window to Cybertron's ancient past, but their meddling ultimately causes time itself to begin unraveling.'''

==Synopsis==
[[File:ForeverLongTime Sharkticons asteroid.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Belch Blasters]]

[[Perceptor (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Perceptor]], [[Wreck-Gar (G1)|Wreck-Gar]], [[Blurr (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Blurr]], and [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Blaster]] investigate chronal pulses coming from an asteroid belt near [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. They are fired upon by [[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticons]], which launch from an installation on a bowl-shaped asteroid, the source of the pulses. The Autobots make quick work of the Sharkticons as Perceptor tells Blaster to radio [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Rodimus Prime]] for reinforcements. The Autobots land on the asteroid just in time to see a Quintesson scientist open a time portal to eleven million years in the past to retrieve a "target subject", much to Perceptor's horror. The Autobots are fired on by Quintesson ships, which blast Perceptor and herd the other Autobots toward the time portal—much to the chagrin of the scientist. The [[Time Window]] fades out as the Autobots, sans Perceptor, end up eleven million years in the past!

The Quintesson ships continue firing, striking the time portal before being ambushed by [[Superion (G1)|Superion]] and Rodimus Prime. The Quintessons escape as a damaged Perceptor tells Rodimus Prime to find the Autobots and Silverbolt instructs the other Aerialbots not to follow... as a mysterious figure suddenly materializes, confused from the time travel.

[[File:Darkguardian.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|"What did you DO, Ray?"]]

Eleven million years ago, automatic defenses fire upon the Autobots, who quickly retreat. [[Ramhorn (G1)|Ramhorn]] charges and runs right into a [[Dark Guardian]] in hot pursuit. The Dark Guardian attempts to step on the Autobots, but is stopped by a shot from an unknown female Transformer called [[Beta (G1)|Beta]], who tells the others to follow her to the [[Warrens]] before the Quintessons send more. She states even though she's taking a risk bringing in Blaster and his cadre, they need all the help they can get for an attack on [[Hive City]]. Beta is disgusted by the "mark of shame" on the Autobots' chests. She explains the Autobot symbol has been a symbol of slavery for over a million years, but that [[Alpha Trion (G1)|A-3]] says it must become a symbol of freedom. She states A-3 has a [[Coder Remote]] device to freeze the Dark Guardians, allowing the [[Autobot rebel|slaves]] to rise against the Quintessons. [[Rewind (G1)|Rewind]] finally realizes they are in Cybertron's past, when the Transformers were still slaves for the Quintessons, and if the Quintessons stop this [[Autobot Rebellion|rebellion]], they would rule Cybertron in the present. Beta notes that A-3 is missing, but that they must attack at dawn with or without him. The Autobots agree to help the slaves in their attack.

[[File:ForeverLongTime A3 superion.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|"Frankly, my dear Superion, I don't give a damn."]]

Back in 2006, the Time Window is leaking energy into space—ripples in the timestream. Rodimus refuses to shut the window down while five Autobots are stuck in the past. The Quintessons fear that if the window isn't closed in the next hour, the ripples will travel through the universe, jeopardizing reality itself—some events will repeat in an endless loop (such as [[Wheelie (G1)|Wheelie]] winning a race over and over) while some will reverse (such as water running backward in a lake) and worse, the past and future will collide—evidenced by [[Marissa Faireborn]] reverting to a baby—until the universe ceases to exist. The only solution, according to the Quintessons, is to destroy the Time Window. The scientist orders a full scale assault on the asteroid.

A-3 has finally revived, but refuses to give information to "Quintesson slaves" like the Autobots. A-3 and Rodimus take cover from Quintesson starbombs and an incoming Sharkticon offensive as the other Autobots begin defending the time portal. A-3 is blasted away from the asteroid and tumbles through space before being saved by Superion, who is cornered by Quintesson ships. Under heavy fire and proclaiming his failure, Superion has a vision, seeing A-3 turn into his future self—[[Alpha Trion (G1)|Alpha Trion]]! Suddenly, the ripples in the time stream cause Superion to briefly warp into two places at once, as space and time begin to warp and mutilate itself. The Quintessons retreat, fearing the results of the distortions. Rodimus orders [[Pipes (G1)|Pipes]] to repair Perceptor, as he's the only one that can figure out what's going on. [[Silverbolt (G1)|Silverbolt]] attempts to talk to A-3, who isn't even sure who he is anymore.

[[File:ForeverLongTime Beta rebels.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Blue 42... Blue 42... Hike!]]

Back in the past, the Autobots take part in the raid on Hive City, finding themselves and the slaves against several Dark Guardians, as in the present, the Quintesson scientist proposes an alliance—and for the Time Window be closed. The raid is apparently successful with the help of the Autobots, but a five-faced Quintesson demands surrender, as the Dark Guardians surround the rebellion.

[[File:A-3 Constellation.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|It's a couple of light years away from the Optimus Prime hologram.]]

Rodimus is finally convinced by the Quintesson to close the Time Window, but A-3 volunteers to go through the time portal to retrieve the time-displaced Autobots, much to the Quintesson scientist's chagrin. A-3 lands at the raid point to Beta's elation, as the Quintesson orders the Guardians to attack. A-3 removes the golden Autobot symbol on his chest, which is the Coder Remote in disguise. A-3 triggers the Remote, which disables the Dark Guardians, then orders the Autobots to return to the present, thanking them for their help. The Autobots return to 2006 just in time for Rodimus to close the Time Window, which self-destructs.

As the day is saved, the Autobots finally realize that A-3 was Alpha Trion, as a constellation forms with his likeness.
{{--}}

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
* [[Perceptor (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Perceptor]] (1)
* [[Wreck-Gar (G1)|Wreck-Gar]] (2)
* [[Blurr (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Blurr]] (3)
* [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Blaster]] (4)
* [[Rewind (G1)|Rewind]] (5)
* [[Ramhorn (G1)|Ramhorn]] (7)
* [[Superion (G1)|Superion]] (10)
* [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Rodimus Prime]] (11)
* [[Silverbolt (G1)|Silverbolt]] (12)
* [[Air Raid (G1)|Air Raid]] (13)
* [[Fireflight (G1)|Fireflight]] (14)
* [[Skydive (G1 Aerialbot)|Skydive]] (15)
* [[Slingshot (G1)|Slingshot]] (16)
* [[Alpha Trion (G1)|A-3/Alpha Trion]] (17)
* [[Beta (G1)|Beta]] (19)
* [[Autobot rebel]]s (20)
* [[Kup (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Kup]] (21)
* [[Pipes (G1)|Pipes]] (22)
* [[Bumblebee (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Bumblebee]] (23)
* [[Jazz (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Jazz]] (24)
* [[Swerve (G1)|Swerve]] (25)
* [[Springer (G1)|Springer]] (26)
* [[Wheelie (G1)|Wheelie]] (27)

|c3=
* [[Marissa Faireborn]] (27)

|c4=
* [[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticons]] (6)
* [[Quintesson]]s (9)
** [[Inquirata (G1)|Inquirata]] (8)
* [[Dark Guardian]]s (18)
}}

==Quotes==
"So why'd ya-w-why'd ya want us along? This ain't-this ain't our gig-k-kinda gig!"
:—'''Ramhorn''' has a problem with scientific expeditions... and speaking coherently.

[[File:ForeverLongTime Air Raid Silverbolt.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]
"How come they made you Aerialbot leader, Silverbolt? You've got no sense of adventure!" 
"Exactly."
:—'''Air Raid''' gets put in his place by '''Silverbolt'''.

"What in the name of Alpha Trion?!"
:—'''Rodimus Prime''', as A-3 comes through the time portal. See what they did there?

"Ohhhh! I don't know where we are but wherever it is it's somewhere but somewhere else would definitely be a better place to be!"
:—'''Blurr''' isn't too fond of ancient Cybertron.

'''Superion''': I... have... failed you Rodimus... it is... finished. 
'''A-3''': No... Superion! ''('transforming' into Alpha Trion)'' You must live... so that I may be born! 
'''Superion''': Alpha... Trion? 
'''A-3''': A... 3...
:—'''Superion''' is given a vision of who ''' A-3 ''' really is.

'''Wreck-Gar''': Shhh! Four-out-of-five robots agree, exceptional headache number one is a mad Dark Guardian. 
'''Blaster''': Right on, but we still gotta lure 'em away from the walls so Beta and the rebels can attack. 
'''Blurr''': Yep, that's what we said we'd do, and I always do what I say I'll do, because I have to, so we'd better do it, because if we say we do and then we don't— 
''[Ramhorn roars and charges the Dark Guardians]'' 
'''Rewind''': Methinks the die has been cast. 
:—The Autobots discuss strategy as '''Ramhorn''' gets bored.

"You will now put down your arms and return to work, or the Dark Guardians will incinerate you where you stand. Please decide quickly."
:—An ever-polite '''Quintesson''' gives the Autobots a simple choice.

"Your friends want you home. Go, now." 
"Yeah, but—" 
"No time for talk. We thank you for your help, but you must go at once." 
"Okay. I guess we can trust you to win this one. After all, you already did."
:—'''A-3''' and '''Blaster'''

==Notes==
===Continuity notes===
[[File:YoungA3.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]
* Gadgets and powers:
** The Sharkticons are able to fly in shark mode. It looks as goofy and awkward as you might expect. This ability will be seen again in "[[The Big Broadcast of 2006 (episode)|The Big Broadcast of 2006]]".
** The nubs on Blurr's upper arms are lasers.
* The Dark Guardians are introduced here, and are obviously the predecessors of the Guardian Robots introduced in "[[War Dawn (episode)|War Dawn]]". The Guardian Robots were protectors of the general populace; in this earlier era, the Dark Guardians are the oppressive servants of the Quintessons.
* Likewise, this episode takes us deep into Cybertron's past, to the slave rebellion outlined in "[[Five Faces of Darkness, Part 4]]". It also gives us our earliest look at the 'bot later known as Alpha Trion.
* Blaster's tapes are awake and active when riding around in his chest.
* So the [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]] save A-3. To whom they would eventually bring Orion Pax, causing him to be rebuilt in "[[War Dawn (episode)|War Dawn]]" into Optimus Prime. Who would eventually call for the Aerialbots to be built, prompting Alpha Trion to sacrifice his life to give life to the Aerialbots in "[[The Key to Vector Sigma, Part 2]]". Who had saved his life 11 million years earlier. Or twenty years later. Circle of life, man.

===Real-world references===
* Blurr rattles off the {{w|Fundamental interaction|four basic forces}} of the universe (the strong force, the weak force, electromagnetic, and gravity).
* Blaster orders Ramhorn to ram the "{{w|Rama Lama Ding Dong}}" out of the Sharkticons, citing the title of a 1957 doo-wop pop song by The Edsels.
*Wreck-Gar gets a few digs in:
** "Golly, Mr. Wizard," is a reference to the famous children-oriented television science show, ''{{w|Watch Mr. Wizard}}'' (later ''Mr. Wizard's World'').
** "We've come a long way, baby!" is a take on a {{w|Virginia Slims}} cigarette ad campaign of the 1970s.
** "Exceptional headache number one" is a take on the "{{w|Excedrin}} headache number" ad campaign.
* ''Star Wars'' sound effects:
** From ''The Empire Strikes Back'': soaring and descending snowspeeders as the Wreck-Gar and Blurr fly around blasting Sharkticons.
** The sound at the start of Rewind's first shot is also a snowspeeder sound effect, from the battle on Hoth.
** Death Star defense lasers during the second Quintesson assault on the asteroid.

===Animation and technical errors===
* An AKOM episode, featuring AKOM's usual oddities:
** Movie characters often get a colored mouth. Blurr's mouth is blue, for example.
**Rodimus is consistently colored using an outdated color models; his shoulder indentations are red instead of white, his pelvis-windshield details are white instead of light burgundy, and his gun is red instead of black. Additionally, in this episode, Rodimus's back spoiler is all yellow, when it should be orange in the middle.
**A view from behind of Wreck-Gar during the Dark Guardian attack reveals that the animators did not have a rear view model. They appear to have used his toy as a reference.
* Speaking of time loops:
** A shot shows the Autobots flying away from Cybertron... then is repeated a few shots later, showing them leaving ''again''.
** A recycled shot has Perceptor dodging the Quintesson blasts in the same way twice in a row.
* The number of switches on Blaster's chest changes throughout the episode. For instance, in the opening shots, he has anywhere from ''ten'' to just ''one''. When he ejects Ramhorn, it changes from 9 to 5.
* Coloring errors:
** Perceptor's cannon is black instead of red as he answers Blaster's question about the asteroids.
** During the attack, Blaster ejects Rewind and his chest is plain blue instead of grey or yellow.
** Blurr's chest alternates from plain white to white with blue on the bottom throughout the episode (and his Autobot logo appears, moves around from the center to his abs, and disappears in different shots).
** When Beta rescues the Autobots from the Dark Guardian robot, Blaster's Autobot logo isn't colored in.
** Just before the future Autobots attack the Dark Guardians, a group shot from behind has Wheelie colored like Rewind.
** As the Autobots dive into the time gateway, Wheelie is colored like Kup.
* When the asteroid begins firing on the Autobots, Perceptor's Autobot logo is framed in black instead of white.
* The asteroid's shots don't seem to come from any kind of gun emplacement.
* Rewind's transformation sound effect doesn't play until after the shot of him transforming is already over.
* The Quintesson declares "contact with target" before the "energy hook" (which isn't made of energy at all) has even entered the time window.
* Perceptor cries out in pain before he's actually shot. Also the shot misses him completely.
* Although the Autobots are seen flying toward the time window, which begins to fade in and out, they're never actually shown flying INTO the window. Some sound effects play to presumably indicate their passage through.
* As Rodimus arrives to help the Autobots, Perceptor is flying with him instead of Superion. He's supposed to be unconscious on the asteroid at this point.
* When Superion disengages back into the Aerialbots, Silverbolt is formed from his right leg, while his torso turns into Air Raid.
* Ventriloquist bots:
** As the Autobots come under attack from the guardian robot, Rewind points and his faceplate moves as if he's speaking, but he doesn't say anything.
** Superion's faceplate doesn't move for his first line ("I have failed you...").
** As Superion appears in two places at once, the Quintesson commander is shown mouthing the Quintesson scientist's lines.
** Blaster's helmet is red as he and the others observe the massed Dark Guardians.
** Blurr's chest is all white as Rewind explains A-3 to him; Rewind's mouthplate doesn't move as he speaks.
[[File:Blaster Sideways Door.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|Ouch. That's gotta hurt.]]
* When Blaster ejects Rewind on ancient Cybertron, his tape door opens sideways.
* When Rewind asks Beta where A-3 is, his eye disappears.
* Silverbolt's shoulder-wings are mounted incorrectly as he worries about the time window.
* An abnormally huge Wheelie is shown racing Jazz (who's missing the numbers on his doors). (Also watch for a brief cameo glimpse of Bumblebee, Swerve and Springer in the establishing shot!)
[[File:Aerial forever 2.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1|AKOM's skillful shot blocking successfully conveys the exact opposite of the script's intent.]]
* A-3 is established be a pretty small dude - only waist-high to the smaller Aerialbots - but he's Rodimus's height when Rodimus tries to strike up a conversation with him, and later is shown as ''taller'' than Silverbolt.
* When the Quintesson bailiff instructs the Sharkticons to attack the Autobots, they are shown with deep space behind them; the next shot shows the Sharkticons exiting the Quintesson ship.
* When Superion is hit by the time ripples, he vanishes, leaving A-3 and the outline of his hand behind. He's supposed to be ''duplicated'', though, so he really should have stayed put.
* Also, the picture is overlapping the top of the left display monitor on the Quintesson ship.
* Beta's rebels hide in a dirt ditch on Cybertron...a planet made of metal.
* The Autobots in the past stand on top of a building in front of the Quintessons' base, but when they jump down, they're in an alcove somewhere in the middle of the building.
* The Dark Guardians fire lasers out of their faces that don't seem to come from any particular laser-firing apparatus.
* As the constellation of the Quintesson talks to the Autobots, Rodimus's chest piece is too big, and there are two generic robots behind him. (They should be the Aerialbots, but if so, they're badly misdrawn.)
[[File:ForeverLongTime Ramhorn guardian.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|Maybe it's a very small Dark Guardian?]]
* As the slave rebellion starts, Ramhorn rams a Dark Guardian and is almost as big as it is!
* As Beta fires her arrow at the Dark Guardians during the big battle, her "slave brand" (Autobot logo) is missing.
* The five-faced Quintesson in the past hovers on board a chair, but when a closeup is shown, the chair is not seen. When the view is restored, the chair is visible again.
** Speaking of the chair, it starts off with a blue flame beneath it, but the flame is red a few shots later.
* The Guardians surrounding the Autobots don't appear until the Quintesson threatens them with incineration.
* "Maybe we should send someone through to find them" - Rodimus's spoiler is missing.
* When A-3 returns to the past, the Autobots are standing in a completely different setting than when we last saw them. They're also no longer surrounded by Dark Guardians.
* The Autobot symbol on A-3's chest is suddenly a solid plate (including surrounding metal) when it is revealed as the Coder Remote, but looks no different from the regular Autobot symbol in previous shots (other than being golden).
* Beta came with four rebels, but two, five and six are shown in various shots.
* A-3 came through the gateway to the past and it was shown as just the frame of the portal, but when the Autobots go through it, it includes the control panel underneath (on ''both'' sides).
* As A-3 tells them to go, Wreck-Gar is next to Blaster on the right, but a shot later, he's behind him on the left.
* Also, as the Autobots dive into the gateway, Ramhorn disappears from the shot.
* When the Autobots land and run away from the gateway, Wheelie is running with them. (He's supposed to be on ''another planet''!) Also, Rewind is missing from the shot.
* Rodimus is nowhere near the gateway after he presses the button. The shot should show him running too.
* As he tells Rodimus they must close the time portal, Perceptor is drawn huge. (If he stood up, he'd be much taller than Rodimus, who is closer to the camera but drawn smaller.)
* Air Raid clips through Rewind as he walks up to deliver the last lines of the episode.

===Continuity errors===
* Flying Autobots:
** Perceptor, Blurr & company fly off of Cybertron and have a whole battle out in space under their own power. No jetpacks are shown or mentioned.
* Why would the Autobots fly right into the Quintessons' device?
* Supposedly, the Quintessons were after Alpha Trion, but the claw at the beginning was grabbing for something sphere-shaped.
* Nobody suspects that A-3 might be Alpha Trion until his "future ghost" talks to Superion.
** And, even more oddly, the Aerialbots are surprised at the end to discover this fact, even though A-3 himself said as much to their combined form!
* Past-Cybertron appears with a partial Earth-like rocky landscape - such as the trench in which Beta and the rebels are hiding - in addition to the conventional metal-plated ground. Are we to assume the Quintessons were still cyberforming the planet as the rebellion started? And did the Quintessons finish during the rebellion, or did the Transformers complete the job afterwards?

===Other trivia===
* The Quintesson scientist is named Inquirata in the script, but is unnamed in the episode proper.
* This is the second episode in a row to conclude with a constellation image of a character, as "[[Dark Awakening (episode)|Dark Awakening]]" ends with a star image Optimus Prime right after his apparent destruction.
* This is one of the few episodes not to feature the [[Decepticon]]s.
*What is it with Aerialbots and [[War Dawn (episode)|time travel episodes]]?

===Foreign localization===
'''French'''
:*''Title (European French broadcast):'' "'''L'éternité est plus longue qu'on ne croit'''" ("Eternity is longer than you think")
:*''Title (Canadian French broadcast):'' "'''La fenêtre du temps'''" ("The Time Window")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

'''German'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Die Ewigkeit dauert lange'''" ("The Eternity takes a long Time")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?
::*This was one of twelve episodes of [[The Transformers (cartoon)|the original cartoon]] released as audio adventures by the [[Germany|German]] company [[Karussell|Karussell Musik und Video]].

'''Italian'''
:*''Title (first dub):'' "'''La finestra del tempo'''" ("The Time Window")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?
::*Starting from this episode, the Aerialbots members (Superion included) are called by their Italian names rather than the English ones like in season 2. On the other hand, the name "Aerialbot" is left in English (although as an invariable noun) despite being previously changed to "Aerobot".
:*''Title (second dub):''"'''L'eternità giungerà tra molto tempo'''" ("Eternity will arrive after a long time")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

'''Japanese'''
:*''Title:'' 時の罠 (''Toki no Wana'', "Time Trap")
:*''Original airdate:'' [[January 16]], [[1987]]

'''Mandarin'''
:*''Title:'' Suìyuè zhī Chuāng (岁月之窗, "Time Window")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

'''Brazilian Portuguese'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Para Sempre é Exagero'''" ("Forever is an Overstatement")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?
::*Due to a glitch in the only known surviving audio track of this dub, the only part of the title that is actually audible is "Sempre é Exagero", but it's more plausible that the narrator says "para sempre" as it's a more direct translation from "forever" and makes more sense in context than just "sempre" (which means "ever" or "always").

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
;VHS
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 1993 — The Biggest Ever Saturday Morning Picture Show ([[Tempo Video]]) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2000 — ''The Original Transformers'' — Volume 5: Return to Cybertron ([[The Original Transformers|Rhino Entertainment]])
;{{w|LaserDisc}}
[[File:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 1999 — ''The Transformers: 2010'' ([[Geneon Universal Entertainment|Pioneer LDC]]) — Japanese audio only.
;DVD
[[File:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2001 — ''The Transformers: 2010'' — DVD Box (Pioneer LDC) — Japanese audio only. 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2003 — ''The Original Transformers'' — Season 3 Part 1 ([[The Original Transformers|Rhino Entertainment]]) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2003 — ''The Original Transformers'' — Season 3 Part 1: Vol. 2 (Rhino Entertainment) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2004 — ''Transformers'' — Season 3 and Season 4 ([[Metrodome]]) 
[[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2004 — ''Transformers'' — Collection 4: Series 3.1 ([[Madman Entertainment]]) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2006 — ''Transformers'' — The Complete Generation One Collection (Metrodome) 
[[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2007 — ''The Transformers'' — Complete Collection (Madman Entertainment) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2009 — ''Transformers'' — Season's Three & Four {{sic}} (Metrodome) 
[[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2009 — ''The Transformers'' — Complete Collection: Decepticon Edition (Madman Entertainment) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2009 — ''The Transformers'' — The Complete Series: 25th Anniversary "Matrix of Leadership" Collection ([[Shout! Factory]]) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2010 — ''The Transformers'' — Seasons Three & Four: 25th Anniversary Edition (Shout! Factory) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2011 — ''The Transformers'' — The Complete Original Series (Shout! Factory) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2014 — ''The Transformers'' — Seasons Three & Four: 30th Anniversary Edition (Shout! Factory) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2014 — ''Transformers'' — The Classic Animated Series (Metrodome)

==External links==
* [http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0808827/ IMDb's page for this episode]
* [https://drive.google.com/open?id=1x2gWADPnQa_2RbpJy64MNpQMkyizlohC Episode dialogue script]

[[Category:The Transformers episodes]]

Forever Is a Long Time Coming (episode)

2024-05-30T02:49:39Z

Astrobotix: people still adding misheard dialogue quotes from bad fansubs...

{{disambig2|the Generation 1 episode|the ''Punishment'' issue|Forever Is a Long Time Coming (issue)}}
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|series2=2010
|ep=74
|ep2=9
|prev2=Dark Awakening (episode)
|next2=The Killing Jar (episode)
|image=Time Portal.jpg
|caption=The biggest {{w|Interocitor}} in history.
|title="Forever Is a Long Time Coming"
|season=3
|season ep=9
|production code=700-94
|airdate=[[October 8]], 1986
|written by=[[Gerry Conway]] [[Carla Conway]]
|production company=[[Sunbow Productions]]
|animation studio=[[AKOM]], [[Sam Young Studio]]
|continuity=[[Generation 1 cartoon continuity]]
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|videosite=YouTube
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'''In an attempt to alter history, the Quintessons open a Time Window to Cybertron's ancient past, but their meddling ultimately causes time itself to begin unraveling.'''

==Synopsis==
[[File:ForeverLongTime Sharkticons asteroid.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Belch Blasters]]

[[Perceptor (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Perceptor]], [[Wreck-Gar (G1)|Wreck-Gar]], [[Blurr (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Blurr]], and [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Blaster]] investigate chronal pulses coming from an asteroid belt near [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. They are fired upon by [[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticons]], which launch from an installation on a bowl-shaped asteroid, the source of the pulses. The Autobots make quick work of the Sharkticons as Perceptor tells Blaster to radio [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Rodimus Prime]] for reinforcements. The Autobots land on the asteroid just in time to see a Quintesson scientist open a time portal to eleven million years in the past to retrieve a "target subject", much to Perceptor's horror. The Autobots are fired on by Quintesson ships, which blast Perceptor and herd the other Autobots toward the time portal—much to the chagrin of the scientist. The [[Time Window]] fades out as the Autobots, sans Perceptor, end up eleven million years in the past!

The Quintesson ships continue firing, striking the time portal before being ambushed by [[Superion (G1)|Superion]] and Rodimus Prime. The Quintessons escape as a damaged Perceptor tells Rodimus Prime to find the Autobots and Silverbolt instructs the other Aerialbots not to follow... as a mysterious figure suddenly materializes, confused from the time travel.

[[File:Darkguardian.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|"What did you DO, Ray?"]]

Eleven million years ago, automatic defenses fire upon the Autobots, who quickly retreat. [[Ramhorn (G1)|Ramhorn]] charges and runs right into a [[Dark Guardian]] in hot pursuit. The Dark Guardian attempts to step on the Autobots, but is stopped by a shot from an unknown female Transformer called [[Beta (G1)|Beta]], who tells the others to follow her to the [[Warrens]] before the Quintessons send more. She states even though she's taking a risk bringing in Blaster and his cadre, they need all the help they can get for an attack on [[Hive City]]. Beta is disgusted by the "mark of shame" on the Autobots' chests. She explains the Autobot symbol has been a symbol of slavery for over a million years, but that [[Alpha Trion (G1)|A-3]] says it must become a symbol of freedom. She states A-3 has a [[Coder Remote]] device to freeze the Dark Guardians, allowing the [[Autobot rebel|slaves]] to rise against the Quintessons. [[Rewind (G1)|Rewind]] finally realizes they are in Cybertron's past, when the Transformers were still slaves for the Quintessons, and if the Quintessons stop this [[Autobot Rebellion|rebellion]], they would rule Cybertron in the present. Beta notes that A-3 is missing, but that they must attack at dawn with or without him. The Autobots agree to help the slaves in their attack.

[[File:ForeverLongTime A3 superion.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|"Frankly, my dear Superion, I don't give a damn."]]

Back in 2006, the Time Window is leaking energy into space—ripples in the timestream. Rodimus refuses to shut the window down while five Autobots are stuck in the past. The Quintessons fear that if the window isn't closed in the next hour, the ripples will travel through the universe, jeopardizing reality itself—some events will repeat in an endless loop (such as [[Wheelie (G1)|Wheelie]] winning a race over and over) while some will reverse (such as water running backward in a lake) and worse, the past and future will collide—evidenced by [[Marissa Faireborn]] reverting to a baby—until the universe ceases to exist. The only solution, according to the Quintessons, is to destroy the Time Window. The scientist orders a full scale assault on the asteroid.

A-3 has finally revived, but refuses to give information to "Quintesson slaves" like the Autobots. A-3 and Rodimus take cover from Quintesson starbombs and an incoming Sharkticon offensive as the other Autobots begin defending the time portal. A-3 is blasted away from the asteroid and tumbles through space before being saved by Superion, who is cornered by Quintesson ships. Under heavy fire and proclaiming his failure, Superion has a vision, seeing A-3 turn into his future self—[[Alpha Trion (G1)|Alpha Trion]]! Suddenly, the ripples in the time stream cause Superion to briefly warp into two places at once, as space and time begin to warp and mutilate itself. The Quintessons retreat, fearing the results of the distortions. Rodimus orders [[Pipes (G1)|Pipes]] to repair Perceptor, as he's the only one that can figure out what's going on. [[Silverbolt (G1)|Silverbolt]] attempts to talk to A-3, who isn't even sure who he is anymore.

[[File:ForeverLongTime Beta rebels.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Blue 42... Blue 42... Hike!]]

Back in the past, the Autobots take part in the raid on Hive City, finding themselves and the slaves against several Dark Guardians, as in the present, the Quintesson scientist proposes an alliance—and for the Time Window be closed. The raid is apparently successful with the help of the Autobots, but a five-faced Quintesson demands surrender, as the Dark Guardians surround the rebellion.

[[File:A-3 Constellation.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|It's a couple of light years away from the Optimus Prime hologram.]]

Rodimus is finally convinced by the Quintesson to close the Time Window, but A-3 volunteers to go through the time portal to retrieve the time-displaced Autobots, much to the Quintesson scientist's chagrin. A-3 lands at the raid point to Beta's elation, as the Quintesson orders the Guardians to attack. A-3 removes the golden Autobot symbol on his chest, which is the Coder Remote in disguise. A-3 triggers the Remote, which disables the Dark Guardians, then orders the Autobots to return to the present, thanking them for their help. The Autobots return to 2006 just in time for Rodimus to close the Time Window, which self-destructs.

As the day is saved, the Autobots finally realize that A-3 was Alpha Trion, as a constellation forms with his likeness.
{{--}}

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
* [[Perceptor (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Perceptor]] (1)
* [[Wreck-Gar (G1)|Wreck-Gar]] (2)
* [[Blurr (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Blurr]] (3)
* [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Blaster]] (4)
* [[Rewind (G1)|Rewind]] (5)
* [[Ramhorn (G1)|Ramhorn]] (7)
* [[Superion (G1)|Superion]] (10)
* [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Rodimus Prime]] (11)
* [[Silverbolt (G1)|Silverbolt]] (12)
* [[Air Raid (G1)|Air Raid]] (13)
* [[Fireflight (G1)|Fireflight]] (14)
* [[Skydive (G1 Aerialbot)|Skydive]] (15)
* [[Slingshot (G1)|Slingshot]] (16)
* [[Alpha Trion (G1)|A-3/Alpha Trion]] (17)
* [[Beta (G1)|Beta]] (19)
* [[Autobot rebel]]s (20)
* [[Kup (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Kup]] (21)
* [[Pipes (G1)|Pipes]] (22)
* [[Bumblebee (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Bumblebee]] (23)
* [[Jazz (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Jazz]] (24)
* [[Swerve (G1)|Swerve]] (25)
* [[Springer (G1)|Springer]] (26)
* [[Wheelie (G1)|Wheelie]] (27)

|c3=
* [[Marissa Faireborn]] (27)

|c4=
* [[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticons]] (6)
* [[Quintesson]]s (9)
** [[Inquirata (G1)|Inquirata]] (8)
* [[Dark Guardian]]s (18)
}}

==Quotes==
"So why'd ya-w-why'd ya want us along? This ain't-this ain't our gig-k-kinda gig!"
:—'''Ramhorn''' has a problem with scientific expeditions... and speaking coherently.

[[File:ForeverLongTime Air Raid Silverbolt.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]
"How come they made you Aerialbot leader, Silverbolt? You've got no sense of adventure!" 
"Exactly."
:—'''Air Raid''' gets put in his place by '''Silverbolt'''.

"What in the name of Alpha Trion?!"
:—'''Rodimus Prime''', as A-3 comes through the time portal. See what they did there?

"Ohhhh! I don't know where we are but wherever it is it's somewhere but somewhere else would definitely be a better place to be!"
:—'''Blurr''' isn't too fond of ancient Cybertron.

'''Superion''': I... have... failed you Rodimus... it is... finished. 
'''A-3''': No... Superion! ''('transforming' into Alpha Trion)'' You must live... so that I may be born! 
'''Superion''': Alpha... Trion? 
'''A-3''': A... 3...
:—'''Superion''' is given a vision of who ''' A-3 ''' really is.

'''Wreck-Gar''': Shhh! Four-out-of-five robots agree, exceptional headache number one is a mad Dark Guardian. 
'''Blaster''': Right on, but we still gotta lure 'em away from the walls so Beta and the rebels can attack. 
'''Blurr''': Yep, that's what we said we'd do, and I always do what I say I'll do, because I have to, so we'd better do it, because if we say we do and then we don't— 
''[Ramhorn roars and charges the Dark Guardians]'' 
'''Rewind''': Methinks the die has been cast. 
:—The Autobots discuss strategy as '''Ramhorn''' gets bored.

"You will now put down your arms and return to work, or the Dark Guardians will incinerate you where you stand. Please decide quickly."
:—An ever-polite '''Quintesson''' gives the Autobots a simple choice.

"Your friends want you home. Go, now." 
"Yeah, but—" 
"No time for talk. We thank you for your help, but you must go at once." 
"Okay. I guess we can trust you to win this one. After all, you already did."
:—'''A-3''' and '''Blaster'''

==Notes==
===Continuity notes===
[[File:YoungA3.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]
* Gadgets and powers:
** The Sharkticons are able to fly in shark mode. It looks as goofy and awkward as you might expect. This ability will be seen again in "[[The Big Broadcast of 2006 (episode)|The Big Broadcast of 2006]]".
** The nubs on Blurr's upper arms are lasers.
* The Dark Guardians are introduced here, and are obviously the predecessors of the Guardian Robots introduced in "[[War Dawn (episode)|War Dawn]]". The Guardian Robots were protectors of the general populace; in this earlier era, the Dark Guardians are the oppressive servants of the Quintessons.
* Likewise, this episode takes us deep into Cybertron's past, to the slave rebellion outlined in "[[Five Faces of Darkness, Part 4]]". It also gives us our earliest look at the 'bot later known as Alpha Trion.
* Blaster's tapes are awake and active when riding around in his chest.
* So the [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]] save A-3. To whom they would eventually bring Orion Pax, causing him to be rebuilt in "[[War Dawn (episode)|War Dawn]]" into Optimus Prime. Who would eventually call for the Aerialbots to be built, prompting Alpha Trion to sacrifice his life to give life to the Aerialbots in "[[The Key to Vector Sigma, Part 2]]". Who had saved his life 11 million years earlier. Or twenty years later. Circle of life, man.

===Real-world references===
* Blurr rattles off the {{w|Fundamental interaction|four basic forces}} of the universe (the strong force, the weak force, electromagnetic, and gravity).
* Blaster orders Ramhorn to ram the "{{w|Rama Lama Ding Dong}}" out of the Sharkticons, citing the title of a 1957 doo-wop pop song by The Edsels.
*Wreck-Gar gets a few digs in:
** "Golly, Mr. Wizard," is a reference to the famous children-oriented television science show, ''{{w|Watch Mr. Wizard}}'' (later ''Mr. Wizard's World'').
** "We've come a long way, baby!" is a take on a {{w|Virginia Slims}} cigarette ad campaign of the 1970s.
** "Exceptional headache number one" is a take on an "{{w|Excedrin}} headache number" ad campaign.
* ''Star Wars'' sound effects:
** From ''The Empire Strikes Back'': soaring and descending snowspeeders as the Wreck-Gar and Blurr fly around blasting Sharkticons.
** The sound at the start of Rewind's first shot is also a snowspeeder sound effect, from the battle on Hoth.
** Death Star defense lasers during the second Quintesson assault on the asteroid.

===Animation and technical errors===
* An AKOM episode, featuring AKOM's usual oddities:
** Movie characters often get a colored mouth. Blurr's mouth is blue, for example.
**Rodimus is consistently colored using an outdated color models; his shoulder indentations are red instead of white, his pelvis-windshield details are white instead of light burgundy, and his gun is red instead of black. Additionally, in this episode, Rodimus's back spoiler is all yellow, when it should be orange in the middle.
**A view from behind of Wreck-Gar during the Dark Guardian attack reveals that the animators did not have a rear view model. They appear to have used his toy as a reference.
* Speaking of time loops:
** A shot shows the Autobots flying away from Cybertron... then is repeated a few shots later, showing them leaving ''again''.
** A recycled shot has Perceptor dodging the Quintesson blasts in the same way twice in a row.
* The number of switches on Blaster's chest changes throughout the episode. For instance, in the opening shots, he has anywhere from ''ten'' to just ''one''. When he ejects Ramhorn, it changes from 9 to 5.
* Coloring errors:
** Perceptor's cannon is black instead of red as he answers Blaster's question about the asteroids.
** During the attack, Blaster ejects Rewind and his chest is plain blue instead of grey or yellow.
** Blurr's chest alternates from plain white to white with blue on the bottom throughout the episode (and his Autobot logo appears, moves around from the center to his abs, and disappears in different shots).
** When Beta rescues the Autobots from the Dark Guardian robot, Blaster's Autobot logo isn't colored in.
** Just before the future Autobots attack the Dark Guardians, a group shot from behind has Wheelie colored like Rewind.
** As the Autobots dive into the time gateway, Wheelie is colored like Kup.
* When the asteroid begins firing on the Autobots, Perceptor's Autobot logo is framed in black instead of white.
* The asteroid's shots don't seem to come from any kind of gun emplacement.
* Rewind's transformation sound effect doesn't play until after the shot of him transforming is already over.
* The Quintesson declares "contact with target" before the "energy hook" (which isn't made of energy at all) has even entered the time window.
* Perceptor cries out in pain before he's actually shot. Also the shot misses him completely.
* Although the Autobots are seen flying toward the time window, which begins to fade in and out, they're never actually shown flying INTO the window. Some sound effects play to presumably indicate their passage through.
* As Rodimus arrives to help the Autobots, Perceptor is flying with him instead of Superion. He's supposed to be unconscious on the asteroid at this point.
* When Superion disengages back into the Aerialbots, Silverbolt is formed from his right leg, while his torso turns into Air Raid.
* Ventriloquist bots:
** As the Autobots come under attack from the guardian robot, Rewind points and his faceplate moves as if he's speaking, but he doesn't say anything.
** Superion's faceplate doesn't move for his first line ("I have failed you...").
** As Superion appears in two places at once, the Quintesson commander is shown mouthing the Quintesson scientist's lines.
** Blaster's helmet is red as he and the others observe the massed Dark Guardians.
** Blurr's chest is all white as Rewind explains A-3 to him; Rewind's mouthplate doesn't move as he speaks.
[[File:Blaster Sideways Door.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|Ouch. That's gotta hurt.]]
* When Blaster ejects Rewind on ancient Cybertron, his tape door opens sideways.
* When Rewind asks Beta where A-3 is, his eye disappears.
* Silverbolt's shoulder-wings are mounted incorrectly as he worries about the time window.
* An abnormally huge Wheelie is shown racing Jazz (who's missing the numbers on his doors). (Also watch for a brief cameo glimpse of Bumblebee, Swerve and Springer in the establishing shot!)
[[File:Aerial forever 2.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1|AKOM's skillful shot blocking successfully conveys the exact opposite of the script's intent.]]
* A-3 is established be a pretty small dude - only waist-high to the smaller Aerialbots - but he's Rodimus's height when Rodimus tries to strike up a conversation with him, and later is shown as ''taller'' than Silverbolt.
* When the Quintesson bailiff instructs the Sharkticons to attack the Autobots, they are shown with deep space behind them; the next shot shows the Sharkticons exiting the Quintesson ship.
* When Superion is hit by the time ripples, he vanishes, leaving A-3 and the outline of his hand behind. He's supposed to be ''duplicated'', though, so he really should have stayed put.
* Also, the picture is overlapping the top of the left display monitor on the Quintesson ship.
* Beta's rebels hide in a dirt ditch on Cybertron...a planet made of metal.
* The Autobots in the past stand on top of a building in front of the Quintessons' base, but when they jump down, they're in an alcove somewhere in the middle of the building.
* The Dark Guardians fire lasers out of their faces that don't seem to come from any particular laser-firing apparatus.
* As the constellation of the Quintesson talks to the Autobots, Rodimus's chest piece is too big, and there are two generic robots behind him. (They should be the Aerialbots, but if so, they're badly misdrawn.)
[[File:ForeverLongTime Ramhorn guardian.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|Maybe it's a very small Dark Guardian?]]
* As the slave rebellion starts, Ramhorn rams a Dark Guardian and is almost as big as it is!
* As Beta fires her arrow at the Dark Guardians during the big battle, her "slave brand" (Autobot logo) is missing.
* The five-faced Quintesson in the past hovers on board a chair, but when a closeup is shown, the chair is not seen. When the view is restored, the chair is visible again.
** Speaking of the chair, it starts off with a blue flame beneath it, but the flame is red a few shots later.
* The Guardians surrounding the Autobots don't appear until the Quintesson threatens them with incineration.
* "Maybe we should send someone through to find them" - Rodimus's spoiler is missing.
* When A-3 returns to the past, the Autobots are standing in a completely different setting than when we last saw them. They're also no longer surrounded by Dark Guardians.
* The Autobot symbol on A-3's chest is suddenly a solid plate (including surrounding metal) when it is revealed as the Coder Remote, but looks no different from the regular Autobot symbol in previous shots (other than being golden).
* Beta came with four rebels, but two, five and six are shown in various shots.
* A-3 came through the gateway to the past and it was shown as just the frame of the portal, but when the Autobots go through it, it includes the control panel underneath (on ''both'' sides).
* As A-3 tells them to go, Wreck-Gar is next to Blaster on the right, but a shot later, he's behind him on the left.
* Also, as the Autobots dive into the gateway, Ramhorn disappears from the shot.
* When the Autobots land and run away from the gateway, Wheelie is running with them. (He's supposed to be on ''another planet''!) Also, Rewind is missing from the shot.
* Rodimus is nowhere near the gateway after he presses the button. The shot should show him running too.
* As he tells Rodimus they must close the time portal, Perceptor is drawn huge. (If he stood up, he'd be much taller than Rodimus, who is closer to the camera but drawn smaller.)
* Air Raid clips through Rewind as he walks up to deliver the last lines of the episode.

===Continuity errors===
* Flying Autobots:
** Perceptor, Blurr & company fly off of Cybertron and have a whole battle out in space under their own power. No jetpacks are shown or mentioned.
* Why would the Autobots fly right into the Quintessons' device?
* Supposedly, the Quintessons were after Alpha Trion, but the claw at the beginning was grabbing for something sphere-shaped.
* Nobody suspects that A-3 might be Alpha Trion until his "future ghost" talks to Superion.
** And, even more oddly, the Aerialbots are surprised at the end to discover this fact, even though A-3 himself said as much to their combined form!
* Past-Cybertron appears with a partial Earth-like rocky landscape - such as the trench in which Beta and the rebels are hiding - in addition to the conventional metal-plated ground. Are we to assume the Quintessons were still cyberforming the planet as the rebellion started? And did the Quintessons finish during the rebellion, or did the Transformers complete the job afterwards?

===Other trivia===
* The Quintesson scientist is named Inquirata in the script, but is unnamed in the episode proper.
* This is the second episode in a row to conclude with a constellation image of a character, as "[[Dark Awakening (episode)|Dark Awakening]]" ends with a star image Optimus Prime right after his apparent destruction.
* This is one of the few episodes not to feature the [[Decepticon]]s.
*What is it with Aerialbots and [[War Dawn (episode)|time travel episodes]]?

===Foreign localization===
'''French'''
:*''Title (European French broadcast):'' "'''L'éternité est plus longue qu'on ne croit'''" ("Eternity is longer than you think")
:*''Title (Canadian French broadcast):'' "'''La fenêtre du temps'''" ("The Time Window")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

'''German'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Die Ewigkeit dauert lange'''" ("The Eternity takes a long Time")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?
::*This was one of twelve episodes of [[The Transformers (cartoon)|the original cartoon]] released as audio adventures by the [[Germany|German]] company [[Karussell|Karussell Musik und Video]].

'''Italian'''
:*''Title (first dub):'' "'''La finestra del tempo'''" ("The Time Window")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?
::*Starting from this episode, the Aerialbots members (Superion included) are called by their Italian names rather than the English ones like in season 2. On the other hand, the name "Aerialbot" is left in English (although as an invariable noun) despite being previously changed to "Aerobot".
:*''Title (second dub):''"'''L'eternità giungerà tra molto tempo'''" ("Eternity will arrive after a long time")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

'''Japanese'''
:*''Title:'' 時の罠 (''Toki no Wana'', "Time Trap")
:*''Original airdate:'' [[January 16]], [[1987]]

'''Mandarin'''
:*''Title:'' Suìyuè zhī Chuāng (岁月之窗, "Time Window")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

'''Brazilian Portuguese'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Para Sempre é Exagero'''" ("Forever is an Overstatement")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?
::*Due to a glitch in the only known surviving audio track of this dub, the only part of the title that is actually audible is "Sempre é Exagero", but it's more plausible that the narrator says "para sempre" as it's a more direct translation from "forever" and makes more sense in context than just "sempre" (which means "ever" or "always").

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
;VHS
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 1993 — The Biggest Ever Saturday Morning Picture Show ([[Tempo Video]]) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2000 — ''The Original Transformers'' — Volume 5: Return to Cybertron ([[The Original Transformers|Rhino Entertainment]])
;{{w|LaserDisc}}
[[File:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 1999 — ''The Transformers: 2010'' ([[Geneon Universal Entertainment|Pioneer LDC]]) — Japanese audio only.
;DVD
[[File:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2001 — ''The Transformers: 2010'' — DVD Box (Pioneer LDC) — Japanese audio only. 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2003 — ''The Original Transformers'' — Season 3 Part 1 ([[The Original Transformers|Rhino Entertainment]]) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2003 — ''The Original Transformers'' — Season 3 Part 1: Vol. 2 (Rhino Entertainment) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2004 — ''Transformers'' — Season 3 and Season 4 ([[Metrodome]]) 
[[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2004 — ''Transformers'' — Collection 4: Series 3.1 ([[Madman Entertainment]]) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2006 — ''Transformers'' — The Complete Generation One Collection (Metrodome) 
[[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2007 — ''The Transformers'' — Complete Collection (Madman Entertainment) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2009 — ''Transformers'' — Season's Three & Four {{sic}} (Metrodome) 
[[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2009 — ''The Transformers'' — Complete Collection: Decepticon Edition (Madman Entertainment) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2009 — ''The Transformers'' — The Complete Series: 25th Anniversary "Matrix of Leadership" Collection ([[Shout! Factory]]) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2010 — ''The Transformers'' — Seasons Three & Four: 25th Anniversary Edition (Shout! Factory) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2011 — ''The Transformers'' — The Complete Original Series (Shout! Factory) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2014 — ''The Transformers'' — Seasons Three & Four: 30th Anniversary Edition (Shout! Factory) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2014 — ''Transformers'' — The Classic Animated Series (Metrodome)

==External links==
* [http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0808827/ IMDb's page for this episode]
* [https://drive.google.com/open?id=1x2gWADPnQa_2RbpJy64MNpQMkyizlohC Episode dialogue script]

[[Category:The Transformers episodes]]

The Big Broadcast of 2006 (episode)

2024-05-19T06:19:04Z

Astrobotix: /* Continuity notes */ per Dialogue Script

{{disambig2|the Generation 1 cartoon episode|the comic adaptation of this episode|The Big Broadcast of 2006 (issue)}}
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|series=G1toon
|image=Big Broadcast subliminal message.JPG
|caption=The judge is on the court, bweeeeeeeeeoooop!
|prev=The Ultimate Weapon
|next=Fight or Flee (episode)
|ep=85
|series2=2010
|ep2=21
|prev2=The Ultimate Weapon
|next2=Only Human
|title="The Big Broadcast of 2006"
|season=3
|season ep=20
|production code=700-105
|airdate=[[November 12]], 1986
|written by=[[Michael Reaves]]
|production company=[[Sunbow Productions]]
|animation studio=[[AKOM]]
|continuity=[[Generation 1 cartoon continuity]]
|video=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z1lmRZ1RnWg
|videosite=YouTube
}}

'''Attempting to retrieve their lost records journal, the Quintessons use subliminal messages on the Junkions, and inadvertently the entire galaxy.'''

==Synopsis==
[[File:G1-BigBroadcast Sharkticons journal.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|"THE PRIME RIB IS GONE!"]]

On the [[Junkion (planet)|planet of Junk]], [[Wreck-Gar (G1)|Wreck-Gar]] and his [[Nancy|special lady friend]] are concluding a fine day of watching television... as observed by the inquisitive [[Quintesson]]s, who are searching for one of their lost [[Quintesson Journal|journals]]. After observing the native [[Junkion (species)|Junkions]], the Quintessons send a [[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticon]] retrieval team. The Sharkticons locate the journal quickly, but Wreck-Gar leads a force of Junkions against them and drives them off.

The Quintessons hijack the [[television]] [[Space-Age Jack|broadcasts]] the Junkions watch, planting subliminal messages telling the Junkions that being neat is a good thing... and the other races are their enemies. Wreck-Gar and his people are soon cleaning up and sorting out their accumulated detritus, and soon find the journal that the Quintessons seek.

[[File:G1-BigBroadcast Nancy explodes.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|They always fall for the exploding machine trick.]]

Travelling through the Junkion sector, [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]] comes under attack by [[Astrotrain (G1)|Astrotrain]]. While the two battle, the Junkions fire on ''both'' [[Transformer]]s. Sky Lynx races back to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], and informs [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Rodimus Prime]] and [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ultra Magnus]]. The [[Prime (rank)|Autobot leader]] sends the [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]] to investigate. Astrotrain also returns to [[Chaar]] to report his encounter, but [[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]] doesn't care. [[Cyclonus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Cyclonus]], however, is interested, and takes [[Scourge (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Scourge]] and the [[Sweep (G1)|Sweeps]] to investigate.

The Aerialbots arrive over Junkion, and are attacked by both the Junkions and the Quintessons. The Aerialbots form [[Superion (G1)|Superion]] and target the Quintessons. Superion inflicts massive damage on the Quintesson ship, but is knocked out in the process and rescued by Sky Lynx. The Quintessons withdraw.

Wreck-Gar and his cohort are eager to get back to watching television, but Cyclonus and the Sweeps arrive to investigate, prompting another battle. The Decepticons withdraw after Cyclonus is satisfied with his observations.

[[File:G1-BigBroadcast Omega Supreme looming.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Omega Supreme has yet to realise that he isn't good at playing Hide and Seek.]]

The Quintessons discover that Superion's attack damaged the transmitter sending the messages to the Junkions, causing the Junkions to believe that they should transmit their broadcasts to other races. The [[Delta Pavonis IV|affected races]] soon begin lashing out at their neighbors, causing what promises to become an interstellar dark age. The Quintessons see a good possibility here, as they can sell weapons to the warring races, but decide that the recovery of the journal is the higher priority.

Back on Chaar, Galvatron displays anger at Cyclonus for going to investigate Junkion, but Cyclonus continues on, believing that to turn the Junkions on the [[Autobot]]s is too good an opportunity for the [[Decepticon]]s. Hoping to find answers, Rodimus, Magnus, [[Kup (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Kup]], and [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Blaster]] head to investigate in [[Omega Supreme (G1)|Omega Supreme]], but come under attack by Cyclonus and the Sweeps. Omega is damaged, and the Autobots draw the Decepticons away from the wounded [[Guardian robot]]. Finally, Omega Supreme is repaired, and the Decepticons retreat.

[[File:G1-BigBroadcast Junkions Blaster broadcast.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|We're sorry, but this wiki has exceeded its quota of "compensating for something" jokes.]]

Meanwhile, the affected races have converged on Junkion, and are firing on everyone in sight. Chaar has also been targeted, and Galvatron is drawn into the bedlam. Knowing they have one chance, the Quintessons make a move for the journal, but a stray blast from Galvatron damages their shuttle and sends the journal hurtling into the void. Arriving, Blaster determines that the transmissions are the cause of the violence, and sends out transmissions to counter them. Their senses restored, the Junkions stop fighting everyone... and start concentrating on the Decepticons, who retreat. Rodimus asks Wreck-Gar what happened, but Wreck-Gar doesn't know.

Returning to their ship, the two Quintessons prepare to accept their punishment, but their superior declares that finding the journal is now their priority... before their clients do.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]] (5)
*[[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Rodimus Prime]] (6)
*[[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ultra Magnus]] (7)
*[[Silverbolt (G1)|Silverbolt]] (12)
*[[Air Raid (G1)|Air Raid]] (13)
*[[Skydive (G1 Aerialbot)|Skydive]] (14)
*[[Fireflight (G1)|Fireflight]] (15)
*[[Slingshot (G1)|Slingshot]] (16)
*[[Superion (G1)|Superion]] (17)
*[[First Aid (G1)|First Aid]] (19)
*[[Omega Supreme (G1)|Omega Supreme]] (21)
*[[Kup (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Kup]] (22)
*[[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Blaster]] (23)
|c2=
*[[Astrotrain (G1)|Astrotrain]] (8)
*[[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]] (9)
*[[Cyclonus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Cyclonus]] (10)
*[[Sweep (G1)|Sweeps]] (18)
*[[Scourge (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Scourge]] (20)
*[[Blast Off (G1)|Blast Off]] (24)
*[[Soundwave (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Soundwave]] (25)

|h3=[[Junkion (species)|Junkions]]|c3=
*[[Wreck-Gar (G1)|Wreck-Gar]] (1)
*[[Nancy]] (2)
*[[Short Junkion]] (11)
|h4=Others|c4=
*[[Quintesson]]s (3)
*[[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticons]] (4)
}}

==Quotes==
"I know you're bored, Rodimus, but with the mantle of leadership comes obligations." 
"Mmm. Don't suppose I could interest you in a used mantle?"
:—'''Ultra Magnus''' and '''Rodimus Prime'''

"Life support functional. Weapon system: charred beyond recognition!"
:—The '''Quintesson''' sense of humor is wry indeed

"To share is to care. To care is to share."
:—'''Quintesson'''

"Mrs. Peel, we're needed. Our five year mission: to boldly share our signal with all the sloppy lifeforms who are our enemies. There is nothing wrong with your television set. We are controlling transmission. We control the horizontal. We control the vertical. We've got the touch!" 
:—'''Wreck-Gar''' channeling Stan Bush and being badass in his own way.

"Mighty Galvatron, where are you going?" 
"To the signal. To be a winner! Because I believe in me!"
:—'''Cyclonus''' and '''Galvatron''' discuss the latter's newfound belief in positive thinking.

'''Blaster''': We're outgunned, man! We don't have a chance! 
'''Kup''': Boy, that's what makes life interesting. 
'''Rodimus''': Or over! 
:—The Autobots discuss their situation.

"It's a war! And it looks like half the galaxy's involved!" 
"Whatever happened to the good old uninvolved galaxy I used to know?"
:—'''Ultra Magnus''', awestruck, and '''Rodimus Prime''', cavalier

==Notes==
===Production information===
* Final script: 9th July 1986

===Continuity notes===
[[File:Nancy2006.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]
*The first bit of television that Wreck Gar watches, in the first scene, features a very brief cameo by [[Starscream (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Starscream]]! He's trading shots with [[Powerglide (G1)|Powerglide]] (and his blue jet bits are colored gray. And he's missing his wing stripes. But it's definitely Starscream!) It seems to be a direct reference to the opening scene of "[[The Master Builders (episode)|The Master Builders]]" from the second season.
*Nancy's character model is actually a recycled, recolored [[Lithone (species)|Lithone]].
*Gadgets and powers:
**The Sharkticons are shown - [[Forever Is a Long Time Coming (episode)|again]] - to be flight-capable in their shark modes, however absurd and ungainly it may be.
**The Aerialbots are shown having flown all the way from Cybertron to Junkion. Interstellar flight has not been part of their skillset till now.
**Nancy gets blown up and instantly flies back together, a variant on the Junkions' ability to reassemble themselves during battle.
*Places affected by the subliminals include [[Delta Pavonis IV]], the Green Moon of [[Antar]], and [[Cygnus Seven|Cygnus 7]].
*This episode is Omega Supreme's only Season 3 appearance, and last appearance in the cartoon. Consistent with pretty much every other appearance, he transforms from just his rocket ship section (his arms) into his full robot self. Future episode "[[Grimlock's New Brain]]" will mention in passing that Omega is "away on a mission", perhaps an attempt to explain his absence for most of the season.
*The adventures of the Quintesson journal will continue in (you guessed it) "[[The Quintesson Journal]]".

===Real-world references===
*The title is a takeoff of the {{w|The Big Broadcast|"Big Broadcast" series of movies}} in the 1930s.
*The ''[[If You Can Name That Price]]'' game show is an obvious parody of ''{{w|The Price is Right}}''.
[[File:G1-BigBroadcast Wreck-Gar journal.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]
[[File:G1-BigBroadcast Omnidirectional Relay.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]
*As a Junkion-centric episode, this story is positively ''drowning'' in pop culture references. In addition to generic phrases like "this concludes our broadcast day," "it slices, it dices" and "waxy yellow build-up," specific references spewed by the various Junkions include:
**"Here's looking at you, kid." – Humphrey Bogart's famous line from ''{{w|Casablanca (1942)|Casablanca}}''.
**"For a transcript, send $1 to [[Merkle Press]]." Merkle Press used to charge $1 to print the weekly transcript of ''{{w|Meet the Press}}''.
**"Live from New York, it's… your hit parade!" – a dual reference to ''{{w|Saturday Night Live}}'' and ''{{w|Your Hit Parade}}''.
**"Say goodnight, Gracie!" – a reference to comedienne {{w|Gracie Allen}}.
**"Oh, Cisco!" and "Oh, Pancho!" refer to {{w|The Cisco Kid}} and his sidekick, but Wreck-Gar and his lady friend use the names in a swooning, romantic way, which is... not... right.
**"Fly somebody else's friendly skies!" – a warped version of the United Airlines slogan, "Fly the Friendly Skies."
**"And that's the name of that tune!" – the catchphrase of the titular character in 1970s detective show ''{{w|Baretta}}'', itself a reference to ''{{w|Name That Tune}}''.
**"Tenk you veddy much!" – the catchphrase of Latka Gravas (Andy Kaufman) on the sitcom ''{{w|Taxi (TV series)|Taxi}}''.
**"Your mission, should you choose to accept it…" – the famous introductory line from the ''{{w|Mission: Impossible}}'' TV series.
**Wreck-Gar and his little buddy assume the roles of {{w|Perry White}} and {{w|Jimmy Olsen}} from [[Superman]], respectively. "Jimmy" refers to Wreck-Gar as "Chief", at which point Wreck-Gar quotes Perry by shouting "And don't call me Chief!"
**Following on from Wreck-Gar's insistence that he not be called "Chief," the "Jimmy" Junkion responds with "Sorry about that, Chief!", in the style of Maxwell Smart (Don Adams) from 1960s spy comedy, ''{{w|Get Smart}}''. Wreck-Gar also later mimics Smart with a cry of "Missed me by ''that'' much!"
**"Warning, Will Robinson! Danger! Danger!" – the famous line from ''{{w|Lost in Space}}.''
**Wreck-Gar assumes the role of Jimmy Olsen when he refers to "{{w|Clark Kent|Mr. Kent}}".
**"I pity the fool!" – catchphrase of {{w|Mr. T}}.
**"Let's consume mass quantities of TV!" – ''Saturday Night Live'' sketch characters the {{w|Coneheads}} liked consuming mass quantities of stuff.
**Finally, Nancy takes the role of Jimmy Olsen when she screams: "Look, up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's...", and Wreck-Gar quotes Perry's catchphrase, "Great Caesar's Ghost!"
**Wreck-Gar cries out to his lady by calling her "{{w|Lassie}}."
**"Baby, you're the greatest!" – common catchphrase of Ralph Kramden (Jackie Gleason) from ''{{w|The Honeymooners}}''.
**"Mrs. Peel, we're needed." – Wreck-Gar adopts the role of John Steed (Patrick Macnee) from ''{{w|The Avengers (TV series)|The Avengers}}'' and calls on his teammate Emma Peel (Diana Rigg).
**"Our five-year mission...to boldly share..." – ''[[Star Trek]]'', naturally.
**"There is nothing wrong with your television set..." – Wreck-Gar recites verbatim several lines from the opening narrative of ''{{w|The Outer Limits}}''.
**"We've got the touch!" — Possibly a callback to the [[The Touch|rock anthem]] from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'' but also identical to an old CBS tagline in the 80s.
**"Lookin' goooood!" – catchphrase of Chico Rodriguez (Freddie Prinze Sr.) on ''{{w|Chico and the Man}}''.
**"Laser Wars...nothing but Laser Wars...!" – Wreck-Gar parodies a parody, mimicking Bill Murray's comedic rendition of the ''[[Star Wars (film)|Star Wars]]'' [[theme song|theme]] on ''Saturday Night Live''.
**"Ward, I think we've been a little rough on the Beaver." – reference to the 1950s sitcom ''{{w|Leave It to Beaver}}''.
**{{w|Go ahead, make my day|"Go ahead...make my day."}} – Clint Eastwood's famous line from ''{{w|Sudden Impact}}''.
**"I dunno! I wuz a victim of soicumstance! Yuk yuk yuk!" – banter in the style of the {{w|Three Stooges}}.
[[File:G1-BigBroadcast Space-Age Jack.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]
*The television show "Space Age Jack" that is broadcast is a parody of [[G.I. Joe (franchise)|G.I. Joe]], with the titular "Jacks" facing off against "[[Cobra|those lousy reptiles]]" while screaming the battlecry "Yo, Jack!" [[Michael Bell]], who voiced [[Duke (G.I. Joe)|Duke]] in the ''G.I. Joe'' animated series (and numerous Transformers), plays the part of the battlecrying Space-Age Jack.
*And then, to cap it all off, the Quintessons emphatically tell one another that the journal was "''{{w|Lost in Space}}.''"
*''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]]'' sound effects:
**[[Death Star]] superlaser as Cyclonus and the Sweeps take off from Chaar.
**Deactivating [[lightsaber]] as Omega's hatch opens.
**''[[Millennium Falcon]]'' engine burst as the Quintessons launch their recovery ship.
**Snowspeeder engines as the Decepticons flee Junkion.

===Animation and/or technical glitches===
[[File:BigBroadcast Magnus generator.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1|''Magnus the Red-Mouthed Robot Had a very AKOM mouth'']]
*AKOM episode. Stock errors to watch for include:
**Rodimus and Galvatron are both consistently colored using outdated color models; Rodimus's shoulder indentations are red instead of white, his pelvis-windshield details are white instead of light burgundy, and his gun is red instead of black, while Galvatron has pale purple "underpants."
**Colored character mouths. Magnus = red (sometimes blue), Cyclonus = purple
**Cyclonus's eyebrows (and sometimes "eyelids") are dark purple.
**The Sweeps are drawn with the heads-sticking-up model in their hovercraft forms.
*Five voices of doom:
**Several unique and recurring voices were cast for the five-faced Quintesson Judges, who, in AKOM episodes, were keyed to specific faces. [[Regis Cordic]] voices "Quintesson #1," speaking from the face of Doubt; [[Roger C. Carmel]] performs "Quintesson #2," who uses the face of Laughter; and [[Jack Angel]] portrays "Quintesson #3," represented by the face of Death. Of course, it's hard to call any divergence from this an ''error'', since the voices are those of a specific individual ''Quintesson'', not a specific ''face'', and the Quintessons can change faces as they please, but "Big Broadcast" does stand out as an episode with larger number of instances than normal of the face and voice not "matching up."
**[[Charlie Adler]] jumps in to voice a fourth Quintesson this episode. He speaks only one line while talking with his fellows, delivered by the face of Bitterness; otherwise, his voice is the one that delivers the Quintessons' subliminal message, which is shown being spoken by the face of Death.
*While driving off the Sharkticons in the beginning, Wreck-Gar is shooting lasers from his axe. It changes to a gun in the last shot.
*Wreck-Gar shoots the journal out of one of the Sharkticon's hands. A moment later, he ''slices'' it out of the Sharkticon's hands again with his shield-wheel.
*Sky Lynx's transporter section sort of gets shoved out of the way when he transforms to bird mode.
*Astrotrain appears to be the same size as Sky Lynx while in his robot form. Sky Lynx usually appears to be the size of a combiner. (This ''does'' continue a trend of the Movie/post-Movie era occasionally treating Astrotrain as this enormous looming threat... but probably it's just cruddy animation.)
*After the Junkions drive off the Sharkticons, Wreck-Gar is shown standing next to... Wreck-Gar and Wreck-Gar.
*As he notes Rodimus' boredom, Ultra Magnus has an Autobot logo on each shoulder. There should only be one on his right shoulder.
*Ultra Magnus' back is shown as plain red in several scenes, where it should have a grey panel with differently colored squares.
*After Sky Lynx's (unheard) report, Rodimus's spoiler seems to have rotated to one side.
*Astrotrain transforms and lands without any transformation sound effect.
*Astrotrain's missing the fin on his back as he "reports" to Galvatron.
*In the same scene, Cyclonus is missing the lower orange shape on his waist, and Galvatron mouths part of his dialogue.
*Astrotrain's face is the same light gray as his helmet as he flees from Galvatron, rather than white.
*The Quintessons open fire on the Aerialbots, who do not react ''at all''. Then the Junkions also open fire, and the Aerialbots still ''do not react in the slightest''.
*After the commercial break, Silverbolt and Air Raid are suddenly combined as 2/5ths of Superion, while Silverbolt still gives orders in his own voice. Then they're shot, knocking Air Raid loose - but even as he tumbles off in another direction, most of him is still attached to Silverbolt!
*As Superion's blast overloads the Quintesson ship, a red alarm light flashes on a console and is visible through a Quintesson standing in front of it.
*Superion's face is rounded (missing all its angles) and all-black (should have a gray mouthplate) as Sky Lynx deposits him on Cybertron.
[[File:DogAliens.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1|The cat aliens actually attacked them because ''they hate the 1940s''.]]
*A sign on the dog planet reads "Lee,s Restrant" {{sic}}.
*During the montage of the transmission's effects, one shot shows the Quintessons subliminal message as if it's a hologram, when it should be inside of the tv screen.
*In the last few shots of the Quintessons discussing the effects of the transmission on different planets, the Death faces on the Quintessons have orange-framed eyes (instead of green).
*"He hasn't change his mind?" - Cyclonus' back windows are not colored in (they should be orange).
*The first shots of Blaster show him with five buttons on his chest instead of three.
*Voice problems:
**Throughout the episode, Omega Supreme's voice is missing its usual self-echo reverberation and bass-heavy modulation. He sounds a lot less impressive without it.
**Blaster is likewise missing his usual voice modulation.
*When Omega comes under attack, Rodimus starts asking what happened to Omega before anything actually happens.
*As he and Kup fire back at the Decepticons, Blaster's hips are ''massive''. We then pan over to Ultra Magnus, who is just standing there doing nothing while the Decepticons shoot at him.
*"War rages everywhere!" - in the next shot, the lower half of a Quintesson's orange face disappears as he leans to push a button.
*When we return to the same shot a second later, the same Quintesson's mouth is lined in orange when only the inside should be orange.
*As he looks at Omega Supreme's panel, Magnus is missing most of his detailing as well as his Autobot logo.
*"Draw them away from Omega Supreme" - Rodimus's spoiler vanishes as he turns toward Kup.
*When Ultra Magnus is repairing Omega Supreme, one shot is missing... well... everything but Magnus's hands. He appears to be repairing empty space.
*As he finishes the repairs, Magnus closes a panel that's already closed.
*Galvatron comes to a halt when he encounters Cyclonus in space; however, the closeup shot shows the stars still moving behind him. He then swats Cyclonus out of the way with no sound effect.
*As the Quintessons watch the big space battle, the display shows a grey background behind the ships instead of space.
*As Omega Supreme approaches the battle, one of his rocket fins is gray instead of orange.
*After he blasts Omega, Galvatron returns to robot mode without a transformation sound effect.
*When he lands on Junkion, Cyclonus is missing the lower orange shape on his waist.
*When Galvatron lifts Rodimus to throw him, Rodimus' spoiler is all-yellow when it should be orange in the middle.
*The Quintesson scout ship is hit by Galvatron's blast, sending the ship one way and the journal the other. Except... the animation shows them drifting away from entirely different spots, as if they had never been anywhere close!
*After Galvatron blows up the hypnotic TV, the next shot shows a poorly drawn and miscolored Soundwave, Cyclonus missing the orange shapes on his chest, and Rodimus' spoiler in all-yellow.
*As the Decepticons retreat, Soundwave's chest is white instead of blue and is missing its Decepticon logo. There's also three Cyclonuses (Cycloni?) in the shot.
*The last shot shows the Death faces on the Quintessons with orange-framed eyes again.


===Continuity errors===
*This episode aired out of order, as its ending scene leads directly into "[[The Quintesson Journal]]" - which had already aired. It is [[Aerial Assault|hardly the first time]] the cartoon [[Thief in the Night|had goofed up]] on such simple continuity beats.
*The episode was badly butchered in the editing stages, a fact made more evident by its alternate incarnation as an issue of the Marvel comic book series (see Trivia, below):
**The opening scenes are mis-ordered. The more logical ordering appears in the comic, which features the Sharkticons seeking the journal and being repulsed, ''then'' the Quintessons analyzing the Junkions and concluding that they must be subtle in their attack - triggering the whole subliminal message plot. In the cartoon, the analysis comes first - "we must resort to more subtle means" - and is immediately followed by the Sharkticons' flagrantly un-subtle invasion.
**Where the scene of the Sharkticon attack occurs in the finished episode is where the scene introducing the episode's central McGuffin, the hypnotic television that the Quintessons place on Junkion, ''ought'' to be. As seen in the Marvel comic, the scene features Wreck-Gar and Nancy waking up to find it having been left for them during the night. The television does appear in the finished episode multiple times, but without the introductory scene, it never appears to be anything more than a normal Junkion TV, and nothing connects it to the Quintessons' vague explication about "subliminals" until Galvatron declares it to be the source of the problem and blows it up at the episode's end.
**Astrotrain's report seems to be badly edited: Astrotrain: "I have something strange to report, Galvatron!" [long pause] Galvatron: "Fool! Do you think I care w" It would seem that Astrotrain's report got cut out completely, and the end of Galvatron's line clipped off. In the comic book version, Galvatron's line is "Fool! Do you think I care what the Junkions do? Leave me!" In the episode, Cyclonus then tries to reason with Galvatron - with information Astrotrain hasn't actually shared!
**A plot point included in the comic involves Fireflight disrupting local vision fields with his [[photon displacer gun]], giving the Aerialbots time to recover and combine. With the scene cut, Wreck-Gar's "Jeepers, Mr. Kent! Where'd they go?" line becomes a non-sequitur.

===Trivia===
*When the [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)|US comic]] needed a fill-in issue, this episode was chosen and script adapted. While the UK offices were in no position to pass up on any US material being produced, this issue also completely conflicted with the Movie-Future they had established. To sidestep continuity problems, [[Simon Furman]] wrote a framing sequence establishing [[The Big Broadcast of 2006 (issue)|US #43]] as an imaginary story dreamed up by Wreck-Gar, as part of a lead in to his "[[Space Pirates!]]" arc.
*The EDC officer that gets dragged off on Cygnus Seven is pretty much [[Marissa Faireborn]]'s character model, with a screechy Southern belle accent so we know it's not actually her.
*Blast Off's appearance serves ''absolutely no purpose at all''. He's not shown fighting or speaking or ''anything''. All he does is follow Galvatron around, then discharge his lone passenger Soundwave - who ''also'' proceeds to serve absolutely no purpose at all.
*Interesting that while the warring forces are drawn in by messages of violence and destruction, Galvatron responds to a message about "believing in himself".

===Foreign localization===
'''French'''
:*''Title (European French broadcast):'' ?
:*''Title (Canadian French broadcast):'' "'''2006 - L'année des émissions mystérieuses'''" ("2006 - The Year of Mysterious Broadcasts")
:*''Title (European French DVD release):'' "'''La grande émission de 2006'''" ("The Big Broadcast of 2006")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

'''German'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Das Hyperraumprogramm'''" ("The Hyperspace-Program")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

'''Italian'''
:*''Title (first dub):'' "'''Messaggi subliminali'''" ("Subliminal Messages")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?
:*''Title (second dub):'' "'''Il grande programma del 2006'''" ("The Great TV Show of 2006")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

'''Japanese'''
:*''Title:'' 2010年の大放送 (''2010 Nen no Daihōsō'', "The Big Broadcast of 2010")
:*''Original airdate:'' [[April 30]], [[1987]]
::*A "[[Secret Files of Teletraan II]]" segment unique to Japan was attached to this episode. This segment recapped the events of "[[Dark Awakening (episode)|Dark Awakening]]". It replaces the original "Secret Files" segment which focused on the Autobots.

'''Mandarin'''
:*''Title:'' "'''2006 Nián Zhòngyào Guǎngbō '''" (2006年重要广播, "The Significant Broadcast of 2006")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

'''Brazilian Portuguese'''
:*''Title:'' "'''A Grande Transmissão'''" ("The Big Broadcast")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
;VHS
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 1989 — ''Transformers'' — The Big Broadcast of 2006 / Fight or Flee ([[Tempo Video]]) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 1992 — ''Transformers'' — Super Video (Tempo Video)
;{{w|LaserDisc}}
[[File:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 1999 — ''The Transformers: 2010'' ([[Geneon Universal Entertainment|Pioneer LDC]]) — Japanese audio only.
;DVD
[[File:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2001 — ''The Transformers: 2010'' — DVD Box (Pioneer LDC) — Japanese audio only. 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2004 — ''The Original Transformers'' — Season 3 Part 2 & Season 4 ([[The Original Transformers|Rhino Entertainment]]) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2004 — ''Transformers'' — Season 3 and Season 4 ([[Metrodome]]) 
[[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2004 — ''Transformers'' — Collection 5: Series 3.2 ([[Madman Entertainment]]) 
[[File:Flag of France.png|20px|France]] 2005 — ''Transformers'' — Volume 21 ([[Déclic Images]]) — Canadian French audio only. 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2006 — ''Transformers'' — The Complete Generation One Collection (Metrodome) 
[[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2007 — ''The Transformers'' — Complete Collection (Madman Entertainment) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2009 — ''Transformers'' — Season's Three & Four {{sic}} (Metrodome) 
[[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2009 — ''The Transformers'' — Complete Collection: Decepticon Edition (Madman Entertainment) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2009 — ''The Transformers'' — The Complete Series: 25th Anniversary "Matrix of Leadership" Collection ([[Shout! Factory]]) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2010 — ''The Transformers'' — Seasons Three & Four: 25th Anniversary Edition (Shout! Factory) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2011 — ''The Transformers'' — The Complete Original Series (Shout! Factory) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2014 — ''The Transformers'' — Seasons Three & Four: 30th Anniversary Edition (Shout! Factory) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2014 — ''Transformers'' — The Classic Animated Series (Metrodome)

==External links==
*[https://drive.google.com/open?id=1dRPwrLoEMCsay7mncLx14-6v3rk09WZR Episode dialogue script]

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[[Category:The Transformers episodes]]

Talk:Cygnus Seven

2024-05-19T06:16:05Z

Astrobotix: Created page with "==Dialogue Script== "Cygnus 7" is written as "Cygnus Seven" in the dialogue script indicating a moon, whereas "Delta Pavonis IV" is written as such with a Roman numeral. Per a..."

==Dialogue Script==
"Cygnus 7" is written as "Cygnus Seven" in the dialogue script indicating a moon, whereas "Delta Pavonis IV" is written as such with a Roman numeral. Per astronomical naming conventions, planetary bodies with a number are moons while those with Roman numerals are planets. [[User:Astrobotix|Astrobotix]] ([[User talk:Astrobotix|talk]]) 02:16, 19 May 2024 (EDT)

Antar

2024-05-19T06:02:29Z

Astrobotix: capitalization per Dialogue Script

[[Image:BigBroadcast Antar.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Bees. My god.]]
'''Antar''' is a planet around which the "[[Green Moon]]" orbited.

==Fiction==
===''The Transformers'' cartoon===
When the [[Junkion (species)|Junkion]]s began retransmitting the [[Quintesson]]s' subliminal [[television]], one of the locations affected was the Green Moon of Antar, on which a broadcast of ''[[Space-Age Jack]]'' started the insect population on a massive war. {{storylink|The Big Broadcast of 2006 (episode)|The Big Broadcast of 2006}}

===''The AllSpark Almanac''===
Antar was part of the [[Nebulon Republic]]. {{storylink|Transformers Animated: The AllSpark Almanac II}}

[[Category:Animated planets]]
[[Category:Generation 1 cartoon planets]]

User talk:Astrobotix

2024-05-15T23:51:02Z

Astrobotix:

{{welcome}}

==INSERT TALK HEADER HERE==
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*Cheers. [[User:Astrobotix|Astrobotix]] ([[User talk:Astrobotix|talk]]) 19:51, 15 May 2024 (EDT)

Talk:Decoy Convoy

2024-05-15T23:44:32Z

Astrobotix: /* Convoy is dead! connection */

==Convoy is dead! connection==
Within the ''Kiss Players''' continuity, the "Convoy Transfer Operation" alludes to the live-action video segment, "[[Commercial/Japan#Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010|Convoy is dead! campaign short (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン篇)]]" later included on ''[[The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix]]'' VHS, in which "not-[[Tommy Kennedy]]" screams out in anguish as Convoy is airlifted through [[Manhattan]] as the origin-point of the operation. The ''Convoy Transfer Operation'' does not simply encompass the events of the Bay Bridge, it is a prolonged scheme by the EDC, which begins with Convoy's transfer from New York to Japan and beyond. Given the other nods woven throughout the Kiss Player franchise to other obscure Japanese lore and the explicit connections between New York/Manhattan and Japan menntioned across various Kiss Player media, and the fact that the Decoy Convoy Encyclopedia entry mentions that the decoy was constructed in Japan BEFORE the real convoy ARRIVED it is pretty clear that this prominant Japanese commercial is the origin point of the ''Convoy Transfer Operation''. Just because one user does not remember the commercial, one that is embedded in the memories of a nation which had no access to ''The Movie'' at the time, is not a valid reason to discount an entire generation who does. [[User:Astrobotix|Astrobotix]] ([[User talk:Astrobotix|talk]]) 19:06, 15 May 2024 (EDT)
:This is all speculative on your part, drawing connections that the text does not. If they wanted to reference or homage Convoy is Dead, the manga could have easily added even one panel where his body is being carried by helicopter like the commercial. But since there isn't one, this just feels like attempting to draw lines between two things where there aren't any. -- [[User:Cyberlink420|Cyberlink420]] ([[User talk:Cyberlink420|talk]]) 19:38, 15 May 2024 (EDT)
::Thankyou for your comment. I don't see it as speculation as I'm not taking just the manga into account. However, I know when to leave something alone. [[User:Astrobotix|Astrobotix]] ([[User talk:Astrobotix|talk]]) 19:44, 15 May 2024 (EDT)

Commercial/Japan

2024-05-15T23:21:35Z

Astrobotix: /* Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 */

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[[Image:ScrambleCityCommercialBattle.jpg|right|300px|thumb|The toy battle of your childhood dreams.]]
The uniqueness of American [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation 1]] Transformers commercials helped the line become a cultural phenomenon in the U.S. By contrast, [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s G1 commercials, or "'''CM'''"s, were considerably more generic. Commercials for ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers]]'' and ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 (toyline)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010]]'' have a distinctive Gregorian style "Trans-for-mer" chant at the end of them, but there was not much else to set them apart from other mecha toy commercials. They made use of the same type of stop motion animation that was used not only in commercials for Takara's Transformers predecessors ''[[Micro Change]]'' and ''[[Diaclone]]'' but for various other mecha toys including ''{{w|Gundam}}'', ''{{w|Voltron|GoLion}}'', and even as far back as 1975 for ''{{w|Himitsu Sentai Goranger}}''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s toyline. The stop motion style of commercial is still used by TakaraTomy as evidenced by the advertising for ''[[Transformers Animated (toyline)|Transformers Animated]]''.

Curiously, Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers and Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 commercials (even some of those not re-using US commercial footage) made use of several variations of the US [[theme song]]s, despite the fact that said theme songs were not used for the Japanese dubs of the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|cartoon]]. A few variants were even recorded specifically for the Japanese commercials, such as the one used in the first Airbots and Stuntrons ad. Later on, ''[[Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers|Beast Wars]]'' and ''[[Super Lifeform Transformers: Beast Wars Metals (franchise)|Beast Wars Metals]]'' ads would also make use of the theme song from their American counterpart.

Historically, Takara's advertising strategy has been to cover the entire toyline in some way, shape or form. This has resulted in some commercials where the toys get the bum's rush, staying on screen just long enough to show off both modes. The Beast Era has several egregious examples, in particular one ad that covers Scuba, Tasmania Kid, Big Horn, Apache, Dirge, Thrust, Starscream, BB, Megastorm and all four Autorollers for a grand total of thirteen toys! The whole line philosophy has been maintained as recently as the ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Car Robots]]'' line.

In addition to toy commercials, Takara has also advertised via promotional videos, which occasionally offered as magazine or DVD extras, that tease an upcoming series or give supplemental information. Commercials for [[Japanese themes|music singles and soundtracks]] for the various series have also aired on TV, possibly as early as ''[[Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers|Beast Wars]]''. And of course there's the commercials for ''Beast Wars'' [[Beast Wars II Sausage|sausages]]. [[Beast Wars Neo Sausage|Really]]. We wouldn't lie to you.

==Generation 1==

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (franchise)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers]]===
[[Image:Japanese_1985_Toyline_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Class of '85]]
*'''Toyline''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhQAEoxLx3A]
: ''Toy segment:'' A presumably crystal castle of unknown location and origin, holding [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]] trapped within, dissolves into thin air. Somewhere else, the [[Autobot|Cybertron]] forces spread apart to reveal a rising and not-dissolved Convoy. The [[Decepticon|Destron]] forces do the same for [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]. [[Skywarp (G1)|Warp]] and [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]] fire shots which collide in a midair explosion.
: ''Notes:'' A red [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumble]] and yellow [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliff]] are used.

*'''Convoy & Megatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ip1DDdgBoSk]
: ''Notes:'' This is a dubbed version of the American ad with some of the animation removed. The theme song is undubbed.
:*'''Convoy & Megatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQFKYlBjWDc] - Edited-down version of the previous commercial.

*'''Secret Emblem''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S02wWba6ICc]
: ''Notes:'' Uses clips from the American [[rubsign]] ad (with some reordering) mixed with clips from the "Toyline" commercial.

[[Image:Dinobots_and_Buildrons_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Dinobots & Buildrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BnE7s4SiZgY]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] and [[Constructicon (G1)|Buildtrons]] square off on an ice planet in the middle of a solar eclipse.

*'''Laserwave''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yU7W-GniMuQ]
: ''Notes:'' This commercial is the [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave/Laserwave]] segments of the U.S. "Jetfire & Shockwave" ad dubbed over. Naturally, the [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]] segments were dropped due to Takara's legal inability to sell the [[Bandai]]-owned Jetfire mold in the Japanese market. Includes an end tag for the [[Devastator (G1)|Devastor giftset]].

*'''Soundwave''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eICgREXfI0Y]
: ''Notes:'' Same as the U.S. [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] ad with the narration and kids dubbed over.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 (franchise)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010]]===
*'''[[Kabaya]] Standard kits''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQIKMSakKo8]
: ''Toy segment:'' Kits for [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]], [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]], and [[Blitzwing (G1)|Blitzwing]] are shown stop-motion transforming. Shots of the [[Blaster (G1)|Broadcast]], [[Frenzy (G1)|Frenzy]], [[Ravage (G1)|Jaguar]] and [[Silverbolt (G1)|Silverbolt]] kits in one mode fade into shots of their other mode.
: ''Notes:'' The Jaguar kit is shown in flipped colors that are accurate to the original toy instead of the final production colors.

*'''Airbots & Stuntrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-wNbtmI-OUw]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Aerialbot (G1)|Airbots]] take off from [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroflex]] and fly over a desert. They all transform to robot mode and then combine into Superion. [[Fireflight (G1)|Firebolt]] and [[Air Raid (G1)|Air Rider]] disconnect, rotate diagonally around [[Superion (G1)|Superion]]'s torso, and then reconnect as his right arm and left leg, respectively. Meanwhile, the [[Stunticon (G1)|Stuntrons]] have been driving in the desert below. They too transform to robot mode before combining into [[Menasor (G1)|Menasor]]. [[Dead End (G1)|Dead End]] and [[Drag Strip (G1)|Drag Stripe]] disconnect and rotate around Menasor's torso to become his left and right arm, respectively.
:''Scramble Power!''
:*'''Airbots & Stuntrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4j5LOYF5qhY] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Airbots & Stuntrons 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3kuIs4qHPus]
: ''Notes:'' Combines animation and footage from the U.S. Stunticons and Aerialbots commercial with footage from the Airbots and Stuntrons ad, along with a new clip of the Stuntrons designed to be a parallel to the segment where squares flip to reveal the individual Airbots.

[[Image:Magnus_and_Galvatron_Japanese_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|For red eyes, Clear Eyes is awesome.]]
*'''Ultra Magnus & Galvatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZC7nvSDY8Y]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] drives through the desert carrying Silverbolt while [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] fires on him from an overlooking cliff in cannon mode. Silverbolt takes off from Magnus's trailer, prompting Galvatron to transform to robot mode. Ultra Magnus transforms just in time to receive a REALLY ineffective flying clothesline from Galvatron.
: ''Notes:'' This is the same desert in which the previous commercial took place. Whatever celestial body this desert is on, it's in very close proximity to a ringed planet. Galvatron's cannon blasts are marked by explosions occurring near Magnus, accompanied by laser blast sounds from the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|cartoon]]. There's also a lighting effect that seems to have an external source, rather than Galvatron's own light-up gimmick. Ultra Magnus's eyes light up red despite the toy not having that ability.
:*'''Ultra Magnus & Galvatron''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/sc5.mpg] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Ultra Magnus & Galvatron 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0HD_DM2TrMg]
: ''Notes:'' Combines the animation from the U.S. Ultra Magnus and Galvatron commercial with toy footage from the first Japanese ad. The scene of Galvatron firing on Magnus has had a visual laser effect added to it.

[[File:Convoooy.jpg|thumb|200 px|[[Star_Wars_(franchise)|''"The Spark Eternal!"'']]|right]]
*'''Convoy Is Dead!''' campaign short (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン篇) aka '''2010 debut promo?''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEWF48ZGHWE]
: Several helicopters lift the sparking corpse of Convoy above [[Manhattan]].<ref name="TheAnime1986-12">ジ・アニメ 1986年12月号 VOL.85 (''The Anime'' December 1986 issue)</ref> Down below, a crowd of onlookers chant his name. This leads to a teary-eyed boy yelling "Convoy!"
:''Notes:'' Silhouettes of [[Hot Rod (G1)|Rodimus Convoy]] and other 2010 toys are shown. The end looks like it indicates it will begin airing sometime in November of that year. This [[1986]] campaign spot was later included on the [[1989]] ''[[The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix]]'' VHS.
:*'''Convoy is dead! campaign short (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン篇)''' aka '''2010 debut promo?''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CzrGRA_xw2o] - Edited down from the previous commercial.
:*'''Convoy is dead! campaign short (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン篇)''' aka '''2010 debut promo?''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3739snUos4k] - A slightly different ending which looks like it gives a specific airing date of November 14th of that year

*'''Rodimus Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0rMnIf4ugvE]
: ''Animation:'' Rodimus Convoy vs Galvatron from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''.
: ''Toy segment:'' Rodimus Convoy drives through a canyon before transforming to face off with Galvatron in front of [[Kup (G1)|Cher]].
: ''Notes:'' The animation in this commercial is quite likely the first time ever that any part of the movie had been publicly shown in Japan.
:*'''Rodimus Convoy'''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fA9A8cuM9s4] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

[[Image:Animatrons_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Thunder, thunder, thunder, thunder CATS!]]
*'''Animatrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9a8nhvWixo8]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the U.S. Predacons commercial.
: ''Toy segment:'' A [[Unicron|ginormous]] Galvatron looms over the [[Decepticon|Destron]] forces. He then fires at the [[Autobot|Cybertron]] emblem from the [[scene transition]], destroying it. The [[Predacon (G1)|Animatrons]] transform from their animal modes to their robot modes and then combine into [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]].
:*'''Animatrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzFdRRXafgs] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Metroflex''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vt0eoAsDA1w]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobot]]s are shown departing from Metroflex's desert location. Elsewhere in the desert, the [[Combaticon (G1)|Combatrons]] are roaming around. Both teams combine and display their [[Scramble Power]] before meeting up with Superion and Menasor. Metroflex transforms to his mobile battle station mode and then robot mode. His shadow is seen looming over the [[combiner]]s before he rises in full view behind [[Slammer]], [[Scamper]] and [[Six-Gun]].
:*'''Metroflex''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0Iaoy8rOaY] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Metroflex, Airbots & Stuntrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDL6llPKk0M]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the American Aerialbots and Stunticons ad and the Metroplex/Combaticons ad.
: ''Toy segment:'' Scenes of Metroflex transforming and rising up, reused from the previous ad.

*'''Metroflex & Dinosaurer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_hzEGFYXSM]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the American Protectobots/Trypticon ad and the Metroplex/Combaticons ad.
: ''Toy segment:'' Metroflex transforming and rising, reused from the Metroflex ad, and a montage of Dinosaurer's various modes, reused from the American ad.
: ''Notes:'' Both versions of this ad finish with an end tag for a [[decoy|Transformers board game]].
:*'''Metroflex & Dinosaurer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ltfg62cuubQ] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

[[Image:Japanese_Watch_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|''Watch'' this!]]
*'''Watches''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7JsM3B7vOQQ]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the U.S. ads for Ultra Magnus & Galvatron and Aerialbots & Stunticons.
: ''Toy segment:'' An [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Generation 1 2|Ultra Magnus watch]] appears on the wrist of an unknown human individual. The human subsequently flips the watch into its robot mode. Watches for [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Generation 1 2|Galvatron]] and then [[Superion (G1)#Merchandise|Superion]] have their transformations demonstrated.

*'''Scramble City line''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFExuvTTyq0]
: ''Toy segment:'' Metroflex rises up from somewhere to join Slammer, Scamper and Six-Gun. Cut to a shot where we pan up to see [[Trypticon (G1)|Dinosaurer]] sitting in city mode on a plateau. After cuts to shots of Dinosaurer's dinosaur and mobile battle station modes, we see Ultra Magnus's eyes glowing red. Galvatron transforms and performs a weak flying clothesline. Superion and Menasor face off, then Bruticus and [[Defensor (G1)|Guardian]] demonstrate their Scramble Power. Menasor and Bruticus go to meet up somewhere before returning to take on Superion and Guardian. The Cybertron forces stand in a row to face off against the Destrons, who are also standing in a line, as [[Laserbeak (G1)|Condor]] and [[Buzzsaw (G1)|Buzzsaw]] swoop overhead. The whole scene is rather surreal, as the toys stand there statically while explosions go off all around them.
: ''Notes:'' An instrumental version of [[Transformer (song)|"Transformer"]] plays in the background.

*'''[[Transformers: Mystery of Convoy]] game''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_lHEfl5oPI]
: ''Notes:'' Combines animation from the U.S. Ultra Magnus toy commercial with actual game footage.

*'''Cybertron Triple Changers and Octane''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XB8VbWlccwM]
: ''Animation:'' Sandstorm and Broadside transforming, reused from the American ad; excerpt of Springer transforming from robot to helicopter taken from ''The Transformers: The Movie''.
: ''Toy segment:'' Springer flies, then drives over rocky terrain before transforming. Broadside and Sandstorm transform via split-screen slide show, then join up with Springer. Octane flies, then drives through a different rocky terrain and then transforms. All four cycle through their modes on yet another type of rocky terrain.
:*'''Cybertron Triple Changers and Octane''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNJEgFXpuTw] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)#1987 .28The Headmasters.29|The Headmasters]]===
[[Image:Headmasters_Targetmaster_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvJeATp31dw "AUUUUGHHHHHHHH!"]]]
*'''Targetmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vrZQ37l1svI]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Artfire]], [[Ricochet (Headmasters)|Stepper]], [[Crosshairs (G1)|Crosshairs]], [[Sureshot (G1)|Sureshot]] and [[Pointblank|Blanker]] drive through a desert while [[Misfire (G1)|Misfire]] flies overhead. The Cybertrons' [[Targetmaster (technology)|Targetmaster]] partners jump off a nearby cliff to join the Targetmaster Cybertrons, who have transformed.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag promoting [[Pretender]] [[Lander]].
:*'''Targetmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2of_IBzcrts] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Trainbots''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3o2EwUrmr8]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Trainbot]]s zoom along their rails in pairs until all six fly off the rails towards each other to form [[Raiden]].
:*'''Trainbots''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rgj9gY9r1c8] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Headmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pdJ7-BNyo4U]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Chromedome (G1)|Chromedome]] departs from a desert base and meets up with [[Hardhead (G1)|Hardhead]], [[Brainstorm (G1)|Brainstorm]] and [[Highbrow (G1)|Highbrow]]. They head towards the Destron [[Headmaster (technology)|Headmaster]]s [[Skullcruncher (G1)|Skull]], [[Weirdwolf (G1)|Weirdwolf]], and [[Mindwipe (G1)|Wipe]]. Chromedome transforms to robot mode, with his chest panel flipped down to reveal his stats.
:*'''Headmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ezM3eVS9iRg] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Fortress Maximus and Mega Zarak''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KcRuIhnp30]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Scorponok (G1)|Mega Zarak]] walks through the desert in scorpion mode, grabbing [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]] as the latter flies overhead. Fortress Maximus gets himself loose and transforms into robot mode. Zarak remains in scorpion mode and fires ineffectively while Fortress Maximus slashes him with the [[Master Sword]].
:*'''Fortress Maximus and Mega Zarak''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVb1U2WBzc8] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Sixshot''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_8No9I5amY]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Sixshot (G1)|Sixshot]] lands on a planet, then has his various modes counted off.
: ''Notes:'' Strangely enough, the counting is done in English.
:*'''Sixshot''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sT8F9HN0YY0] - Edited down from previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)#1988 .28Super-God Masterforce.29|Super-God Masterforce]]===
[[Image:Metalhawk_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-bi71LG38w Dum dum, dum dum...]]]
*'''Pretenders''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAInPPXjbcY]
: ''Toy segment:'' A set of very large doors swings open to reveal [[Metalhawk (G1)|Metalhawk]], who stomps forward for a bit before being confronted by the Destron Pretenders [[Blood]], [[Dauros]] and [[Gilmer]]. Metalhawk splits from his Pretender shell and swoops down at the Destrons.
:*'''Pretenders''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9S81sj_uOs] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Super Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNffM_wO0_Y]
: ''Toy segment:'' Ginrai drives down a street, only to have Buster and Hydra pop up and take pot shots at him. Ginrai responds by transforming into [[Ginrai (human)|Super Ginrai]] and firing at Buster and Hydra as they fly by.
: ''Notes:'' This commercial takes place in the same area as the previous one. Ginrai apparently has difficulty with moving targets, as he misses at least twice before ''possibly'' landing some shots.
:*'''Super Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZfjiE0X1IA] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''God Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9T-c02PiOM]
: ''Toy segment:'' Ginrai drives out of a city while towing [[Godbomber]], then transforms into [[Ginrai (human)|God Ginrai]] for [[To sell toys|some reason]].
:*'''God Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HLLcDtoYek4] - Edited down from previous commercial.

[[Image:Darkwings_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"We are the terrors that flap in the night! We are the GPS that threatens your Mega Zarak."]]
*'''Buster and Hydra''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJpFShl-i2A]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Hydra (G1)|Hydra]] and [[Buster (G1)|Buster]] pop up on top of skyscraper to see [[Ginrai (human)|Ginrai]] driving down the road. They swoop down in their separate jet modes before combining.

*'''Overlord''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i6Ss8O_dlhY]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Overlord (G1)|Overlord]] tank component rolls through a ruined city while the jet component flies towards the tank component. [[Mega]] and [[Giga]] show up to combine the components into Overlord's robot mode.
:*'''Overlord''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8h6c3WEOrVk] - Edited down from previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Victory (toyline)|Victory]]===
[[Image:Victory_Leo_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Trini, fearless and agile. The Sabertooth Tiger Dinozord will be under your command."]]
*'''Victory Leo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2Jt11bddBw]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Ginrai (robot)|Victory Leo]] runs through a war zone before transforming to robot mode.

*'''Star Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9gms4I3kLA]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Star Saber (G1)|Star Saber]] flies through an icy wasteland before transforming to robot mode.
: ''Notes:'' Some airings of this commercial included an end tag for [[Deathsaurus (G1)|Deszaras]].
:*'''Star Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ahqW2bUSJew] - Edited down from previous commercial.
:*'''Star Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLDPixwU0sY] - Edited down from previous commercial, without Deszaras ending.

*'''Victory Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rr7OirYLFCw]
: ''Toy segment:'' Victory Leo runs through a war zone before transforming to robot mode. Star Saber is there too, and they combine into [[Star Saber (G1)|Victory Saber]].
:*'''Victory Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjOCTcKzmsE] - Edited down from previous commercial.

[[Image:Brainmasters_2_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Brainmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELXsyPBq-9Y]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Blacker]], [[Laster]] and [[Braver]] drive through a desert. Blacker transforms to robot mode, then the trio combines into [[Road Caesar]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[Liokaiser]].

*'''Brainmasters 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyA7lex7OzM]
: ''Toy segment:'' Blacker, Laster and Braver drive through a desert. Laster and Braver screech to a halt, doing a 180 in the process, and transform to robot mode. Blacker flies off some rocks and transforms as well.

*'''Liokaiser & Deszaras''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2rrkmc_zzBQ]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Drillhorn (G1)|Drillhorn]], [[Jallguar]], and [[Killbison]] drive along as Deszaras, [[Guyhawk]], [[Hellbat (G1)|Hellbat]] and [[Leozack]] fly over head. The [[Breastforce]] combine into Liokaiser while Deszaras transforms to robot mode.

===[[Transformers: Zone (toyline)|Zone]]===
[[Image:Dai Atlas Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Dai Atlas''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ffXrwX-EiLo]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpt from ''[[Enter the New Supreme Commander, Dai Atlas!]]'' with [[Micromaster]]s hopping around and [[Dai Atlas (G1)|Dai Atlas]] leaping into the air to transform.
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Erector (G1)|Cragun]] finishes Dai Atlas's construction by installing his <s>[[spark]]</s> batteries. Dai Atlas scoots out of the scaffolding he was under to transform to drill tank mode. He then switches to jet mode before finally converting to base mode. The [[Super Car Patrol Team]] pours out of Dai Atlas while [[Speeder]] spins around on the gun turret like it's a merry-go-round.
: ''Notes:'' [[Missile Bull]] makes a cameo at the beginning of the toy segment.
:*'''Dai Atlas''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iKIWw6YzVf0] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Micromaster Rocket Base''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pvtd7Lwvi4w]
: ''Animation:'' Star Saber points at a huge group of Micromasters.
: ''Toy segment:'' Said group of Micromasters turns real, and the [[Rescue Patrol Team]] transform to their robot modes. [[Moonradar (G1)|Moonradar]] blasts off in the [[Rocket Base]]'s rocket while the remainder of the toy transforms from launching pad to base. [[Sunrunner (G1)|Sunrunner]], despite not having VTOL jets, lands vertically on the helicopter pad while [[Holi]] emerges from a compartment at the base of the rocket. [[Boater]] takes aim from the lower gun turret, and a large Micromaster city is shown complete with Micromasters manning the stations.
:*'''Micromaster Rocket Base''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9j10III9yuE] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Return of Convoy (toyline)|Return of Convoy]]===

*'''Sky Garry''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3M_3oo9cGks]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Sky Garry (G1)|Sky Garry]] flies over Grandus to land on a plateau in front of...Grandus? Sky Garry unloads his cargo of three Micro Trailers, one of which enters Grandus and opens to reveal [[Hubs|Lucas]]. Sky Garry transforms to robot mode.
:*'''Sky Garry''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZ4QVqcRe9o] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

[[Image:Grandus_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"This elevator could use a few windows. First floor, housewares."]]
*'''Grandus''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BysE3o_-ro4]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Grandus (G1)|Grandus]] rolls through a rocky area before opening his front panel to reveal his inner workings. A [[Micro Trailer]] enters a compartment and opens to reveal Lucas. Lucas then rides the elevator up past [[Dropshot (G1)|Dropshot]].

*'''Star Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gH0EznziFns]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Star Convoy]] drives through a rocky desert area, then transforms to base mode. Members of the [[Sixliner|Liner Team]] are seen manning the base and exiting from Micro Trailers before Star Convoy transforms to robot mode.

*'''Sixliner''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4D0z23tKgq0]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[D-Go]], [[Alan (G1)|Alan]], [[Joe (G1)|Joe]], [[Leaf]], [[Night]] and [[Spark (G1)|Spark]] play around in Dai Atlas and Grandus before forming [[Sixliner]].

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Operation Combination (toyline)|Operation Combination]]===
*'''Sixtrain''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b28uD0sm2Kw]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Desire]], [[Atlan]], [[Converter]], [[Raise]], [[San D-Go]] and [[Windy (G1)|Windy]] somehow roll through a rocky area sans rails before forming [[Sixtrain]].

==Beast Wars==
===[[Beast Wars: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Wars]]===
[[Image:BWKabaya Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Rhinox's black period.]]
*'''Kabaya toys''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Th7taJU5NI]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from [[Beast Wars (Part 2)|Beat the Destrons]].
: ''Toy segment:'' Convoy and Rhinox stand together, then face down Megatron. All three transform.

*'''Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers VHS''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/bwjap6.mpg]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from "[[Beast Wars (Part 1)|Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers]]", "[[Beast Wars (Part 2)|Beat the Destrons]]", "[[The Web|Cheetus's Crisis]]", "[[Equal Measures|Operation: Time Bomb Transfer!]]", and "[[The Trigger, Part 2|Floating Island Death Match Part 2]]".
:*'''Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers VHS''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TuFs49ZGsHc] - Keeps some of the excerpts from "Beat the Destrons" and "Cheetus's Crisis" and adds scenes from "[[Power Surge (episode)|The Aerial Mountain Explodes]]".
:*'''Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers VHS''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9NpV68mAtM] - Keeps some excerpts from "Beat the Destrons", "Operation: Time Bomb Transfer!", and "Floating Island Death Match Part 2" and adds an excerpt from "[[Chain of Command (BW)|Convoy Disappeared]]".

[[Image:Japanese BW Deluxes Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Come on Takara, did she have to give up ''that'' easily?]]
*'''Deluxes''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7_UhWEeME4]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of [[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackwidow]] and [[Tigatron]] transforming to robot mode from "[[Double Jeopardy|Kick of the Spider Woman]]" and "[[Fallen Comrades|Solitary Warrior Tigatron]]" respectively.
: ''Toy segment:'' Tigatron and Blackwidow transform and attack each other from neighboring plateaus. [[Rhinox (BW)|Rhinox]], [[Shadow Panther]], [[Wolfang (Maximal)|Howlinger]] and [[Buzz Saw (BW)|Buzz Saw]] also transform and stand on plateaus. All of Takara's Cybertron figures face off against all of Takara's Destrons.
: ''Notes:'' When we say all, we mean all. Convobat stands alongside Ultra Class Convoy while Megaligator stands alongside Megatron. Includes an end tag for the Volcano Showdown playset w/[[Armordillo|Armor]] & [[Snapper]].
:*'''Deluxes''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/bwjap2.mpg] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Home video''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/bwjap7.mpg]
: ''Notes:'' Various clips from the cartoon play as the narrator talks about the home video series.

===[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1998 (Beast Wars II)|Beast Wars II]]===
[[Image:Jointrons Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Prime plays basketball, Motorarm referees American football.]]
*'''Jointrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXMWnkRg7Uo]
: ''Toy segment:'' One at a time, the [[Jointron]]s transform and dance before combining into [[Tripledacus]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[God Neptune]].

*'''Magnaboss and God Neptune''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56BGx8Q7eXY]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Lio Junior]] and [[Lio Convoy|his dad]] stand side by side on a rocky ledge at sunset. [[Santon]] stampedes towards Lio Junior. Santon wiggles his ears and Lio stamps his paw as [[Skywarp (BW)|Skywarp]] lands on a nearby rock and flaps his wings. The trio transform and wave their weapons frantically. God Neptune then shows up, prompting the three Maximals to combine into [[Magnaboss (BWII)|Magnaboss]] in order to take him on.

[[Image:Insectron Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Insectrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0m5DTyXi9Js]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Tonbot]], [[Bigmos]] and [[Mantis]] swoop down and transform. [[Drill Nuts]], [[Powerhug (BW)|Powerhug]], and [[Scissor Boy]] burrow up from under the sand and transform.

*'''Lio Convoy and Galvatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVVcculmnhY]
: ''Toy segment:'' Lio Convoy deploys his mane arsenal as Galvatron blasts through some nearby rock in his drill tank mode. Lio Convoy transforms to robot mode and displays his [[Energon Matrix]]. Galvatron transforms to robot mode and then dragon mode before flying at Lio Convoy. Lio holds him off using his mane's spinning gimmick thing.

*'''Scuba, Tasmania Kid, Big Horn, Apache, Dirge, Thrust, Starscream, BB, Megastorm and Autorollers''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6A_ogqMXp0]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Megastorm]] maneuvers in tank mode. [[Apache]] transforms to robot mode. Megastorm follows suit and then fires at Apache. Apache's response is to raise his weapon in the air while lightning flashes behind him. Big Horn transforms. [[Starscream (BW)|Starscream]] and [[BB]] transform and BB demonstrates his cannon. [[Tasmania Kid]] transforms to robot mode. [[Dirge (BW)|Dirge]] taxis on a runway before transforming. Ikard emerges from a body of water and transforms on land. [[Thrust (BW)|Thrust]] transforms in mid-air. [[Autocrusher]], [[Autojetter]], and [[Autolauncher]] stand together on a desert road not far from a city. [[Autostinger]] rolls up behind them and transforms.

[[Image:Gigastorm Cyborg Beasts & Ikard Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Let me introduce you to my leetle friend!"]]
*'''Gigastorm, Cyborg Beasts and Ikard w/Tako Tank''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1oVJp5tQpZ0]
: ''Toy segment:'' Lio Convoy spins his mane while Galvatron lands in dragon mode. Tonbot, Bigmos and Mantis swoop down. Tripledacus just stands. Magnaboss and God Neptune clash. The [[Tako Tank]] rolls up and squirts water, then transforms to reveal its base mode and [[Ikard]] working the weapons systems. [[Gigascouter]] rolls down a ramp in [[Megastorm|Gigastorm]]'s base mode. Gigastorm transforms to dinosaur mode, stomps around and breathes fire at Ikard and the Tako Tank. [[Starscream (BW)|Hellscream]], [[BB|Max-B]], [[Dirge (BW)|Dirgegun]], and [[Thrust (BW)|Thrustor]] transform.

*'''Beast Wars II: Act 1 & 2 on VHS''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nArJP_7ZS18]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from ''Beast Wars II''.

*'''Sausages 1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VI8EgJgg6Uo]
: ''Notes:'' Advertises special [[Beast Wars II Sausage|sausages]] sold in conjunction with the ''[[Beast Wars Special Super Lifeform Transformers]]'' movie.
:*'''Sausages 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VI8EgJgg6Uo&t=0m15s] - Same as the previous commercial with an added bit about bio cards included with the sausages.

*'''Beast Wars Special Movie''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XI3J9fNA9xo]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of Metals Convoy transforming and firing his Gatling guns, Metals Megatron transforming, Lio Junior running through a forest in lion mode, Galvatron growling (we think), Lio Convoy looking and Lio Convoy and Convoy preparing for battle.

===[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1999 (Beast Wars Neo)|Beast Wars Neo]]===
[[Image:Blendtrons Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|WhY wAsPiNaToR's ShOuLdErS hUrT?]]
*'''[[Blentron]]s & Metals Powered Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=915mseGKiEs]
: ''Animation:'' Brief excepts of Metals Megatron firing at Metals [[Rattrap (BW)|Rattle]] and [[Depth Charge (BW)|Depth Charge]] turning in front of the camera.
: ''Toy segment:'' A hornet (Latolata with his lionfish head replaced by [[Waspinator (BW)|Waspinator]]'s) and a lionfish blend together to become [[Latolata]]. Latolata, [[Elphaorpha]], and [[Drancron]] face off against [[Big Convoy]] and [[Magmatron]]. [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys|Metals Powered Convoy]] raises his weapon.
: ''Notes:'' This commercial is split into two halves, with the first half covering the Blentron toys and the second half featuring Powered Convoy.

*'''Mach Kick and Archadis, Sharp Edge, Bump, Hardhead, Bazooka''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZgXAPyZRaQ]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Archadis]] transforms in mid air. [[Mach Kick]] transforms and attacks Archadis with his tail whip. [[Sharp Edge]] transforms. [[Hardhead (BW)|Hardhead]], [[Bump]] and [[Bazooka (BW)|Bazooka]] all transform.

[[Image:BWNeo Leaders Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Wheeljack said there'd be days like this.]]
*'''Big Convoy and Magmatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyJczPPQ8h4&t=18]
: ''Toy segment:'' Big Convoy and Magmatron face off in a frozen land.
: ''Notes:'' Actual explosion and sparkler effects return to denote damage inflicted on Big Convoy by Magmatron.
:*'''Big Convoy and Magmatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psjOOpsmwVg&t=18] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Sausages''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psjOOpsmwVg&t=0m30s]
: ''Notes:'' Excerpts of Big Convoy from ''[[Super Lifeform Transformers: Beast Wars Neo (cartoon)|Beast Wars Neo]]'' play in the background as the [[Tech Spec]]-type cards included with the sausages are highlighted, including an animation of a tech spec meter. The sausages themselves are shown at the very end.

[[Image:Longrack Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Edward's pet, Geoffrey Scissorhands.]]
*'''Longrack, Guiledart, Colada, and Saberback''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPtrZ2ZMe9w]
: ''Toy segment:'' Longrack transforms and attacks Guiledart with his claw weapon. Guiledart gets loose, transforms and fires at Longrack. Colada transforms, then Saberback transforms. [[Break]], [[Randy (BW)|Randy]], [[Rockbuster]], and [[Stampy (BW)|Stampy]] transform as a group. [[Crazybolt (BW)|Crazybolt]], [[Dead End (BW)|Dead End]], [[Hydra (BW)|Hydra]] and [[Sling (BW)|Sling]] transform as a group too. Stampy transforms into his scissors mode for Longrack to wield.
:*'''Longrack, Guiledart, Colada, and Saberback''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F3g7NATVWlI&t=18] - Edited down from the previous commercial.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[Heinrad (BW)|Heinrad]], highlighting his alarm clock feature.

*'''Cartoon debut promo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6PAdKLLivY]
: ''Animation:'' Not animation per se, but pans are done on stills of Big Convoy by himself, Big Convoy commanding the other [[Maximal]]s, and the Maximals standing together as a group.
: ''Notes:'' This spot advertises the series debut of the ''Beast Wars Neo'' cartoon. "[[Love For Ever: Kimi o Mamoru Tame ni]]", the [[theme song]] for ''Beast Wars Neo'', is used as background music.

===[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1999 (Beast Wars Metals)|Beast Wars Metals]]===
[[Image:Metals Leaders Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Monkey shines.]]
*'''[[Optimus Primal (BW)|Metals Convoy]] and [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]]''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eo-Dj-hZNHI]
: ''Animation:'' Very brief excerpts of a zoom-in on Convoy and Megatron turning his head.
: ''Toy segment:'' Convoy and Megatron transform and face off on a ''TRON''-style grid.
: ''Notes:'' Uses the American Beast Wars theme song as the background music track.

*'''''[[Cutting Edge|Beast Wars Metals: Convoy Daihenshin!]]'' promo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3l7GtvirFKE]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of Megatron waggling his head and firing his tail weapon at Rattle, Depth Charge walking out of the water, a [[Cyber raptor]] turning its body, Blackwidow firing from behind a rock, Rhinox blasting away, Powered Convoy transforming and flying off, and Powered Convoy extending his hand.

*'''''Beast Wars Metals: Convoy Daihenshin!'' promo #2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9m8aJNSZ0fo]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of Metals Convoy sailing in on his hoverboard before transforming, Metals Megatron transforming to flying T-Rex mode and taking off, Metals Rattle racing off, Cheetus, Rhinox and Tigatron witnessing Convoy's transmetalization, and a zoom-in on Megatron.

==[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Car Robots]]==
[[Image:Gigatron Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Car Robot Brothers and Gigatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ez58xax2gSw&t=15s]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Prowl (RID)|Mach Alert]] drives through a tunnel, [[X-Brawn|Wildride]] drives off-road, and [[Side Burn (RID)|Speedbreaker]] is on a street. Mach Alert and Wildride join Speedbreaker, and all three screech to a halt before transforming. Gigatron appears in all six modes at once before facing off with the [[Autobot Brothers|Car Robot Brothers]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for a [[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Brave Maximus]] giveaway.

*'''Super Fire Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZyL5OOXpiI]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Super Fire Convoy]] drives through a [[Global Space Bridge]] tunnel. He transforms to robot mode, then into Super Fire Convoy.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for a [[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Brave Maximus]] giveaway.

*'''Team Shinkansen''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xb3DVLswSPc]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Team Bullet Train|Team Shinkansen]] shoots down the rails before jumping into the air to transform. They combine into [[Rail Racer (RID)|JRX]] to take on [[Megatron (RID)|Gigatron]].

[[Image:Black Convoy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Buildmaster and Black Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYu46LHIDU8]
: ''Toy segment:'' The Buildmaster group works on some construction projects despite not being anywhere near an actual construction site. After they transform to robot mode, [[Scourge (RID)|Black Convoy]] appears. To combat him, the Buildmasters combine into [[Landfill (RID)|Build King]].

*'''God Magnus and Super Car Robot Brothers''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYu46LHIDU8&t=15s]
: ''Toy segment:'' God Magnus, in car carrier mode, carries the three [[Super Mode|super mode]] Car Robot Brothers, who then disembark and transform. God Magnus transforms and fires his machine guns like there's an ammo sale at S-Mart. Fire Convoy then conveniently appears so the two can form [[Omega Prime|God Fire Convoy]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for a postcard drawing for the [[Matrix Blade]].

==[[The Transformers (G1 PS2)|Transformers Tatakai]]==
[[Image:Tatakai_Trailer.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SbI_9GY9dU] (Full version)/[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0edrtrhV3Ng]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of game footage/cut scenes featuring the Destrons attacking the Cybertrons on a bridge on [[Earth]], Convoy opening his chest to reveal the Matrix, a rundown of the transformations and identities of each character, Convoy and Megatron facing off, Chromedome doing a backflip onto his [[Transtector]] body with his stats showing, [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] and [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]] transforming and driving, [[Weirdwolf (G1)|Weirdwolf]] attacking, [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] ejecting one of his tapes, Chromedome being attacked by Weirdwolf, and Galvatron battling Rodimus Convoy.
: ''Notes:'' This trailer has no vocal narration. All text in the trailer is in English, including the Transformers logo. The background music is a heavily remixed version of "[[The Transformers (Theme)]]" from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''. Some uploads of the trailer do not have the segment at the beginning with the text "A.D. 2003. We now return to" followed by the Transformers logo. The words "Coming Soon" and then the Playstation button symbols at the end are also missing from those uploads.
: ''The confrontation of the fate. A battle without an end.''

==[[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)|Legends of the Microns]]==
[[Image:ML Unicron Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|This hand and eye of mine glow with an awesome coordination!]]
*'''Unicron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z86-8vzFnd8&t=7m53s]
: ''Toy segment:'' A number of Transformers, including [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Convoy]] and [[Jetfire (Armada)|Jetfire]], fly towards Unicron, who transforms and makes his fist glow.

*'''Jet Convoy and Shockwave''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z86-8vzFnd8&t=8m08s]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Tidal Wave (Armada)|Shockwave]] flies over Convoy, then transforms and lands between him and [[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]]. Jetfire swoops in from the heavens and gets between Shockwave and Convoy. Shockwave combines with Megatron, prompting Jetfire and Convoy to form Jet Convoy. The two combiners face off.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[Overload (Armada)|Ultra Magnus]].

*'''DVD''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z86-8vzFnd8&t=8m38s]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from the [[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)|''Legends of the Microns'' cartoon]].
: ''Notes:'' [[Tailslide]] is used as an example of the bonus [[Mini-Con]] pack-ins. Features an end tag for the singles for "[[Transformer: Dream Again|TRANSFORMER -Dream Again-]]" and "[[Never Ending Road]]".

*'''Legends of the Microns "Special Secret Video: Strongest Robot Army"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=soEuIWZtXvA]
: A promotional video for the then-upcoming ''Legends of the Microns'' cartoon and toyline. It was released on a VHS tape that came with the February [[2003]] issue of ''[[TV Magazine]]''. Included in the video are profiles on Convoy, Hot Shot, [[Smokescreen (Armada)|Grap]], [[Red Alert (Armada)|Ratchet]], Megatron, [[Demolishor (Armada)|Ironhide]], [[Cyclonus (Armada)|Sandstorm]], and [[Starscream (Armada)|Starscream]]. The profiles consist mainly of their animated transformations and powerlinxing, along with their [[Tech Spec]]s. Profiles are shown for the [[Street Speed Mini-Con Team|Street Speed Microns]], [[Race Mini-Con Team|Race Microns]] and [[Air Defense Mini-Con Team (Armada)|Air Defense Microns]], consisting of their animated transformations, combinations and Tech Specs. The early releases of the [[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|''Legends of the Microns'' toyline]] are shown at the end. The first three [[Columbia Music Entertainment|''Legends of the Microns'' CD singles]] also get a mention at the end of the video.

*'''Legends of the Microns "Special Secret Video: The Enormous Robot Unicron Descends"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7w5gVxaNsoI]
: ''Notes:'' Also known as "The Coming of Unicron", this is a video promoting the appearance of [[Unicron]] in ''Legends of the Microns''. It includes a flashback to ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'' (strangely labeled as being in 1985) and toy commercials for Unicron, Jet Convoy/Shockwave and the ''Legends of the Microns'' DVDs. This video was given away on DVDs to the first 4000 customers to buy ''Legends of the Microns'' toys at [[Toys"R"Us|Toys"R"Us Japan]] stores in September of 2003.

==[[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)|Super Link]]==
[[Image:SL Autobots & Megazarak Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Hey, hey! We're Convoy's flunkies! And 'bots say we flunky around. But we're too busy linking, to put any Destrons down."]]
*'''Inferno, Hot Shot, Roadbuster, & Sky Fire''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L99PdlygmOQ] (MegaZarak end tag) / [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9CQxerRoqGY&t=59] (Landmine end tag) / [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sh1yyxoLYy0] (Galvatron end tag)
: ''Toy segment:'' The four [[Autobot|Cybertrons]] fly/drive along before transforming to robot mode. Hot Shot and Inferno [[Powerlinx|Super Link]] together, as do Roadbuster and Sky Fire. The end tag features either [[Scorponok (Energon)|MegaZarak]], [[Landmine (Energon)|Landmine]], or [[Megatron (Armada)|Galvatron]] transforming.

*'''Grand Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=np_D4EMaC14]
: ''Toy segment:'' Grand Convoy drives along with [[Inferno (Energon)|Inferno]], [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]], [[Ironhide (Energon)|Roadbuster]], and [[Jetfire (Armada)|Sky Fire]]. Grand Convoy leaps off a cliff and transforms to robot mode. He summons the [[Prime Force|Grand Force]] to form the [[Super Mode|Grand Cross]].

*'''Omega Supreme''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97vEz7XlNLE]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Omega Supreme (Energon)|Omega Supreme]] flies through the air and rides the rails before transforming to robot mode and landing near Grand Convoy. The two combine to form Powerlinx Omega Supreme.

*'''Rodimus Convoy''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/anime/sl-cm3.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Rodimus (Energon)|Rodimus Convoy]] powerlinx with [[Prowl (Energon)|Red Alert]], Hot Shot, Roadbuster, Sky Fire, and Inferno.

*'''Wing Saber''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/anime/sl-cm4.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:'' Wing Saber [[Powerlinx|Super Links]] with Grand Convoy to form Wing Convoy. Wing Convoy flies through a large group of [[Terrorcon (Energon)|Terrorcons]] so fast, they miss him and shoot each other.

[[Image:SL Special Secret Video Team Convoy.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Super Link "Special Secret Video: Super Combining Soldiers"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwgMXT0AfS0]
: ''Notes:'' A promotional video for the then-upcoming ''[[Transformers: Energon (franchise)|Super Link]]'' cartoon and toyline. It tells the back story of ''Super Link'' before going into profiles for Grand Convoy, the Grand Cross, Sky Fire, Hot Shot, Inferno, Super Linking, Roadbuster, [[Strongarm (Energon)|Blast Arm]], and [[Kicker Jones|Kicker]]. The Terrorcons and Megazarak also get a mention. The video finishes out with a photo gallery of the some of the earlier ''Super Link'' toy releases. Several pieces of concept art are shown. This video was released on a VHS tape or DVD packaged with the December 2003 issue of ''TV Magazine''.

*'''[[Transformer Superlink: Original Soundtrack Mission I|Original Soundtrack Mission I]]''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ndxw4gWE7cw]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from ''[[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)|Super Link]]''.

*'''[[Interchannel#DVDs|DVDs]]''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqZQyVR5FfY&t=18]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpt of Grand Convoy and the Grand Force forming the Grand Cross.

== [[Robotmasters (franchise)|Robotmasters]] ==
[[Image:Robot Masters commercial.jpg|thumb|200px||When it's laser time put on the 3-D shades!]]
*'''Robotmasters toyline''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/news/video/rm1.wmv], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1RiAUZabq4s]

: ''Animation:'' [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] fights [[Optimus Primal (BW)|Optimus Primal]] as [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]] takes on [[Megatron (BW)|Beast Megatron]]. Megatron's dino head bites Prime on the hand.
: ''Toy segment:'' The Destrons and Cybertrons stand around as the camera pans and cuts, then explosive effects go off around them.
: ''Notes:'' This ad was available on the DVD packed in with RM-01 Convoy and RM-21 Burning Beast Convoy.

*'''Robotmasters toyline 2''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/news/video/rm1.wmv], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3c_QJzzzbGc]
: ''Animation:'' Starscream, Convoy, Beast Convoy and Beast Megatron all strike poses.
: ''Toy segment:'' Megatron transforms amongst the other Destrons. [[Mirage (G1)|Ligier]] and the Cybertrons race toward camera. Convoy and Beast Convoy transform. The entire ''Robotmasters'' toyline stands around while laser effects are superimposed on them.
: ''Notes:'' This ad was available on the DVD packed in with RM-01 Convoy and RM-21 Burning Beast Convoy. Includes an end tag for the [[Fortress Maximus (RID)#Robotmasters 2|Cybertron City]] giveaway contest.

==[[Transformers: Cybertron (cartoon)|Galaxy Force]]==
*'''Cartoon debut promo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T70UQrQaYuE&t=18]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (cartoon)|Galaxy Force]]''.

[[Image:Galaxy Convoy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Galaxy Convoy and Nitro Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CJc0WaV5tsU&t=18]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Galaxy Convoy]] races down a city street with [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Exellion]], [[Overhaul (Cybertron)|Jackshot]] and [[Scattorshot (Cybertron)|Backpack]] and [[Jetfire (Armada)|Dreadlock]] flying overhead. Convoy transforms to robot mode, then [[Super Mode]]. He demonstrates his Force Chip-activated abilities. [[Override (Cybertron)|Nitro Convoy]] transforms.
: ''Notes:'' The Nitro Convoy segment comes from a [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyZRhuuf6Es Takara promotional video].
:*'''Galaxy Convoy and Master Megatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LXidZz5zm0&t=18] - An edited-down version of the previous commercial with the Nitro Convoy segment replaced by a [[Megatron (Armada)|Master Megatron]] segment. The Master Megatron segment comes from the same promo video as the aforementioned Nitro Convoy segment.

*'''Ligerjack & Sonic Bomber''' [http://fantofan.jp/news/video/gfad6.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:''[[Overhaul (Cybertron)|Ligerjack]] transforms to lion mode before forming Liger Convoy with Galaxy Convoy. [[Wing Saber (Energon)|Sonic Bomber]] combines with Galaxy Convoy into Sonic Convoy.
:*'''Ligerjack''' [http://fantofan.jp/news/video/gfad5.wmv] - The Ligerjack portion of the previous commercial.

[[Image:Flame Convoy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Flame Convoy''' [http://fantofan.jp/news/video/gf/gfad4.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Scourge (Cybertron)|Flame Convoy]] stomps on the ground, flips out his extra heads and spews fire before transforming.

*'''"[[Call You... Kimi to Boku no Mirai|CALL YOU... Kimi to Boku no Mirai]]" CD single''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjLqUrWxAis&t=18]
: ''Animation:'' Various ''Galaxy Force'' excerpts, including Galaxy Convoy's [[stock footage]] transformation.

*'''New Show: Transformers Galaxy Force Special Clip''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6e7AhEpGcpc]
: ''Notes:'' A demo reel with test footage of Galaxy Convoy, Master Megatron, Starscream, various Cybertrons, and [[Vector Prime]]. Originally aired on a TV in Takara's booth at the 2004 Tokyo Entertainment Market. The narration and opening theme music was replaced with Lion's rendition of the Transformers [[theme song]] for the video's release on DVD. The DVD was given away via Toys"R"Us Japan stores to the first 10,000 customers purchasing GC-01 Galaxy Convoy in December 2004.

*'''Rise! New Commander Galaxy Convoy!"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvsjngLBR54]
: ''Notes:'' Narrated by Galaxy Convoy, the video starts off by going over the back story for ''Galaxy Force''. Galaxy Convoy then starts profiling his troops [[Landmine (Energon)|Guardshell]], Exillion, Jackshot, and Backpack. He then talks about Earth and the [[Autobot|Cybertrons]]' [[human]] allies, [[Coby Hansen|Coby]], [[Bud Hansen|Bud]], and [[Lori Jiménez|Lori]]. Finally, he discusses the [[Decepticon|Destrons]] Master Megatron, Starscream and [[Thundercracker (Armada)|Thundercracker]]. This video, along with "Toy Introduction" and "Robotmasters Special Footage: [[Fight! The Group of the Strongest Commanders!]]", was released on the ''Galaxy Force'' "Special Secret DVD" packed in with the December 2004 issue of ''TV Magazine''.

*'''Toy Introduction''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T3_qAWkSRYo&t=18]
: ''Notes:'' Galaxy Convoy comments upon the early ''Galaxy Force'' toy releases and urges you to get them from your local toy retailer when they're released. This video, along with "Rise! New Commander Galaxy Convoy!" and "Robotmasters Special Footage: [[Fight! The Group of the Strongest Commanders!]]", was released on the ''Galaxy Force'' "Special Secret DVD" packed in with the December 2004 issue of ''TV Magazine''.

[[Image:GF Secret File Micron Team.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Transformers - Galaxy Force! Secret File!''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=13i8h71iF1g]
: ''Notes:'' Similar to the previous video in that Galaxy Convoy once again describes the back story of ''Galaxy Force'' and profiles his allies and enemies. This time, however, there are additional characters profiled. These include Dreadlock, Vector Prime, the [[Recon Mini-Con Team|Micron Team]], [[Clocker (Cybertron)|Skids]], [[Brakedown (Cybertron)|Autolander]], [[Ransack (Cybertron)|Gasket]], [[Crumplezone (Cybertron)|Landbullet]], Nitro Convoy, [[Snarl (Cybertron)|Fang Wolf]], and Flame Convoy. This video was released along with the "Toy Data File" as a pack-in DVD with the March 2005 issue of ''TV-Kun''.

*'''Toy Data File''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyZRhuuf6Es&t=18]
: ''Notes:'' Galaxy Convoy talks about the abilities of his allies and enemies while their toys demonstrate. Includes Galaxy Convoy, Master Megatron, [[Sideways (Armada)|Noisemaze]], Nitro Convoy, Skids, Autolander, Gasket, Landbullet, [[Dirt Boss (Cybertron)|Inch-Up]], Fang Wolf, [[Undermine (Cybertron)|Dino Shout]], and Flame Convoy. This video was released along with the "Secret File" as a pack-in DVD with the March 2005 issue of ''TV-Kun''.
:''You, go get the ''Transformers Galaxy Force'' toys too!''

==''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]''==
*'''Teaser''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LoJJI5ankhM&t=18]
:Premiered ?? 2007. Same as the English teaser trailer with the text narration and logo switched to Japanese.

[[Image:TF2007 Japanese Trailer 1 Bay & Spielberg.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer #1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FNYrYF-6Es&t=18]
:Premiered ?? 2007. Has an introduction by [[Steven Spielberg]] and [[Michael Bay]] where they speak mostly in English and what Japanese they do speak is not well pronounced. The trailer itself is an edited down (to accommodate the intro no doubt) version of the 1st full length U.S. trailer with the brief scene of [[Sam Witwicky|Sam]] and [[Mikaela Banes|Mikaela]] happening upon a recently crash landed Transformer, every scene between "And Executive Producer Steven Spielberg" and "Most will come to destroy us", and the scene of Sam being questioned by [[Barricade (Movie)|Barricade]] have been removed. The scenes of Sam and Mikaela holding hands and Starscream flying have been flipped. The scenes between [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] jetting and [[Bonecrusher (Movie)|Bonecrusher]] destroying the bus have all been removed except the scene of [[William Lennox|Lennox]] holding [[Jorge Figueroa|Fig]]'s hand. In their place, a scene with [[Scorponok (Movie)|Scorponok]] has been added in. The text narration has been changed to Japanese and Japanese subtitles have been added.

[[Image:TF2007 Transforming Pen Ad.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer #2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXBX7SDF3vA]
:Premiered 26 June 2007. Similar progression of scenes to the first theatrical trailer, but using many new scenes which had not been used in promotional spots up to that point. Features an ad for a Transformers-themed transforming pen at the end of the trailer.

*'''TV spot #1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdtXu9jO6Jg&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. Same as the English language spot "Hidden" with text narration in Japanese. Has the same transforming pen end tag as trailer #2.

[[Image:Movie Blackout SOCCENT.JPG|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Super Event(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yGv0Ycfk-CA]
:Air date ?? July 2007. Same as the English language spot "Everything Changes" with the text narration changed to Japanese. Keeps the English announcer's "Transformers" at the end, albeit with the 's' cut off.
:*'''Super Event(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3XMi8KtWKAU&t=18] - Edited down version of the previous commercial.

*'''Countdown (?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WpS_eLLzwjk&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "What you're about to see, is totally classified." "Dear god, what is this?" "WE'RE UNDER ATTACK!" "We're facing war against a civilization far superior to our own." "Our enemy could take any shape. They could be anywhere." "GO GO GO GO!" "NO NO NO MOVE!" "INCOMING!" "What is that?" "BRING IT!"

*'''Transform(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKBL37awhd8&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "My god." "Cool mom!" Features a clip of Frenzy transforming into Mikaela's cellphone that isn't used in any other promos.
:*'''Transform(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Ni-4eiRM_Q&t=18] - Edited down version of the previous commercial.

*'''Action(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9QH1Y0LPimU&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "My god." Features [[Blackout (Movie)|Blackout]] in [[Mission City]], Scorponok chasing the soldiers, Sam retreating from Barricade, Starscream flying and Sam running from [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]]. Utilizes Linkin Park's "[[What I've Done]]" as background music.

*'''Drama''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3WpTGXC3Zq0]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "We're facing war against a civilization far superior to our own." "Good luck to us all."

[[Image:Steering wheel robot.JPG|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''TV Spot #6''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie08.html]
:Air date ?? July 2007. Has no narration of any kind. Uses a number of scenes not used in other ads including Bumblebee being restrained under [[Hoover Dam]] by [[Sector Seven]], [[Nokia-bot]] knocking itself out, and the [[steering wheel robot]] attacking the socialite.

*'''#1 Movie''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie10.html]
:Air date ?? August 2007. Same as the 15 second version of "Transform" with a caption promote the movie's status as the #1 film in Japan under the opening scenes featuring Frenzy.

*'''#1 Movie version 2''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie11.html]
:Air date ?? August 2007. Same as "Action" with a caption promoting the movie's status as the #1 film in Japan under the scenes of Scorponok chasing the soldiers, Barricade interrogating Sam, Starscream transforming and flying off and Megatron busting through the floor of a building in pursuit of Sam.

*'''#1 Movie version 3''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie12.html]
:Air date ?? August 2007. Same as "Drama" with a caption to promote the movie's status as the #1 film in Japan under the opening scenes.

*'''Transformers: The Game (PS3)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40IodoQRp4E&t=18]
:Air date ?? June 2007. Features clips of Starscream flying under and flipping onto a bridge and the end of [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]]'s first transformation from the [[Transformers (film)|movie]]. Game footage is almost exclusively of fighting or destruction.

[[Image:Core Movie Figures Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Movie toys (Kids)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MlZuLDfOa9I]
: ''Notes:'' This is an edited down and dubbed version of the U.S. "Movie core characters" spot.
:*'''Movie toys (Adult)''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video02.html] - Same as the above commercial but with the "Transformers" sound clip replaced with a similar clip from the Japanese Generation One commercials.

*'''Optimus Prime''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/videosp.html]
: ''Notes:'' The old Japanese "Trans-for-mer!" soundbyte plays before the [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation One]] [[logo]] flips to the movie style logo and scenes from the film are played. Optimus Prime transforms. This was a web only commercial.

*'''Optimus Prime 2''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video03.html]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]] from ''[[The Transformers (cartoon)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!]]''.
: ''Toy segment:'' The "Trans-for-mer!" soundbyte plays before [[Optimus Prime (G1)|G1 Convoy]] transforms next to an inset of his animated Transformation. A [[scene transition]] occurs with the G1 sound effect and the frame flipping to show the movie style logo and a scene from the film. Optimus Prime transforms.
: ''Notes:'' The Optimus Prime transformation is reused from the previous ad. This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

[[Image:TF2007 Bumblebee Japanese Web Ad.jpg|right|200px|thumb|*Yakety Sax plays*]]
*'''Bumblebee''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video04.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumble]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' The Bumble toy is transformed to comedy musical accompaniment before a scene change to 70's Camaro Bumblebee being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

*'''Megatron''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video05.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' The G1 Megatron toy (minus the stock and silencer) is transformed to laid back rock music before a scene change to Movie Megatron being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

*'''Starscream''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video06.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' [[The Transformers Collection]] [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Transformers Collection|version]] of the G1 Starscream toy is transformed to laid back rock music before a scene change to Movie Starscream being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

*'''Autobot Jazz''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video07.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' Meister is transformed to laid back rock music before a scene change to [[Jazz (Movie)|Autobot Jazz]] being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

==''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Transformers: Revenge]]''==
[[Image:rotf-paris.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer 1''' [http://www.tf-revenge.jp/video/]
Premiered ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. teaser trailer but with Japanese text narration and subtitles.

*'''Trailer 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9EyMhtegKoo&t=18]
Premiered 19(?) May 2009. Same as the first full U.S. trailer with Japanese text narration and subtitles.

*'''TV CM1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XjqhJ8AE8eg]
Air date ?? 2009. "It's not over." "BUMBLEBEE!"

[[Image:Ravagerotfteaser.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''TV CM2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AwfJhhq_NeE]
Air date ?? 2009. "You don't stop, you don't hide. You run." "Sam!"

*'''TV CM3''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnWgEIkZn-Q]
Air date ?? 2009. "Aughh!" "Sam!" "WE GOT A WHOLE LOTTA FIGHT COMIN OUR WAY!" "You don't stop, you don't hide. You run."

*'''Web CM1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NqOxzUZtskA]
Online spot released ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. TV spot "Fate" with Japanese subtitles and text narration. Retains the English vocal narration "Transformers. A Michael Bay film."

[[Image:Rotf_t2_egyptpyramids.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Web CM2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nd9E6Om-wto]
Online spot released ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. TV spot "Team Kids" with Japanese subtitles and text narration. The English vocal narration is retained with the line "Only one team... will transform your summer" changed to "Only one team... will transform your world."

*'''Web CM3''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jvMOYAVK3k8]
Online spot released ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. TV Spot "Destiny" with Japanese subtitles and text narration. Retains the English vocal narration at the end.

*'''ROTF on TV Asahi''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2skqfPqKoQ&t=18]
: ''Notes:'' 15 second ad for the ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen]]'' film airing at 10 on TV Asahi. Features [[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]] busting out of Sam's garage and [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]] hanging onto [[Demolishor (ROTF)|Demolishor]]. The narration has had a heavy flanging effect applied to it.
[[Image:Japanese ROTF Toy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]

*'''Movie Characters and Gravity Bots''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rtuvvm2dUok&t=18]
: ''Toy segment:'' Megatron and the Decepticons attack a city. Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] and [[Sideswipe (Movie)|Sideswipe]] roll to the rescue! Optimus Prime transforms and shows off his [[Dual Energon Swords]]. The end segment shows two individuals demonstrating the transformations of [[Gravity Bot]]s Optimus Prime and Bumblebee.
: ''Notes:'' Includes a brief clip from the movie of Bumblebee firing his cannon.
{{-}}

==[[Transformers Animated (cartoon)#Japanese release|Transformers Animated]]==
*'''15-second commercial''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHz9fIwn6Hg] (March [[2010]])
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 1"
: ''Narration:'' [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus Prime]] ([[Hiroki Takahashi]])
: ''Hello, good children, are all of you well? I am Optimus Prime. I'm an Autobot leader who fights for the sake of protecting peace.'' Transformers Animated ''begins on April 3 at 8am.''

*'''30-second commercial after ''[[Rescue Fire|Tomica Hero: Rescue Fire]]''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s epilogue''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVe33iVGoCk] ([[March 26]], [[2010]])
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 1"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus Prime, [[Bumblebee (Animated)|Bumblebee]] ([[Daisuke Kishio]]), [[Megatron (Animated)|Megatron]] ([[Norio Wakamoto]])
: Bumblebee: *sigh*''Rescue Fire''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s over...
: Optimus: ''Rescue Fire'' sure was fun.
: Bumblebee: I loved Ritsuka-chan.
: Optimus: Everyone, ''Rescue Fire'' may be over, but next week ''Transformers Animated'' starts!
: Bumblebee: You'll all watch, right?
: Megatron: If you don't, I'm haunting your dreams.
: Optimus: It's you, Megatron!
: Megatron: What's the matter, Optimus Prime?
: Bumblebee: What are you here for?!
: Megatron: To promote the show!
: Optimus: Then, just this once, let's shake hands
: Megatron: I refuse. ''Transformers Animated''! Be sure to watch!
: Optimus: That should my line!
: Bumblebee: You'll watch, right?!

{{note|The commercials below are the online previews that differ slightly from their on-air version in terms of what's spoken by whom.}}

*'''''[[Transform and Roll Out|The Heroes Are Called Autobots]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 3]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10269744] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 2"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, [[Bulkhead (Animated)|Ironhide]] ([[Kenta Miyake]])
: Bumblebee: I'm Bumblebee! Oh slag! There's a big monster on the rampage, Ironhide! ("big" = "dekai" でかい or "dekkai" でっかい)
: Ironhide: Big is Hokkaido! Hokkaido is big! (''Dekkaido wa Hokkaidō! Hokkaidō wa dekkaido!'')
: Bumblebee: ''Transformers Animated'' on [[April 10]], Saturday, at 8am!

*'''''[[Transform and Roll Out|Secret of the AllSpark]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 10]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10340849] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 3"
: ''Narration:'' [[Starscream (Animated)|Starscream]] ([[Jin Yamanoi]])

*'''''[[Sound and Fury|The Great Sound Wave Operation]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 17]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10414077] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Sound and Fury]]"
: ''Narration:'' Megatron

*'''''[[The Thrill of the Hunt|Don't Wipe Away the Memories]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 24]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10487880] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[The Thrill of the Hunt]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus

*'''''[[Home Is Where the Spark Is|The Immortal Megatron]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 30]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10565793] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Home Is Where the Spark Is]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus and Ironhide
: Optimus: Try saying "Transformers Animated" very fast!
: Ironhide: Transformers Animated! Transformers Animated! Transformers Animated! Transformers Anima-pukka! Eh-heh...
: Optimus: "Transformers Animated!"
: Ironhide: Said it.

*'''''[[Total Meltdown|Challenge of the Burning Giant]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 7]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10647723] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Total Meltdown]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Meltdown (Animated)|Prometheus Black]] ([[Fumihiko Tachiki]])

*'''''[[Blast from the Past|Birth of the Dinobots!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 15]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10723545] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Blast from the Past]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus

*'''''[[Nanosec (episode)|Trap Time]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 22]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10800404] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Nanosec (episode)|Nanosec]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Nanosec]] ([[Takehito Koyasu]]), Bumblebee, Ratchet

*'''''[[Along Came a Spider|Shadow of the Spider-Woman]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 29]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10878866] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Along Came a Spider]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus

*'''''[[Lost and Found (episode)|Fierce Battle at the Bottom of the Lake]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 5]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10956385] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Lost and Found (episode)|Lost and Found]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Blitzwing (Animated)|Blitzwing]] ([[Yūichi Nagashima]])

*'''''[[Survival of the Fittest|Showdown! Dinobots]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 12]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11038363] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Survival of the Fittest]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Grimlock (Animated)|Grimlock]] ([[Keiji Fujiwara]]), [[Swoop (Animated)|Swoop]] ([[Nobuo Tobita]]), [[Snarl (Animated)|Snarl]]

*'''''[[Headmaster (episode)|Rein in the Headmaster!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 19]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11110782] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Headmaster (episode)|Headmaster]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Sari Sumdac (Animated)|Sari Sumdac]] ([[Satomi Akesaka]]), Bumblebee, Ironhide, Prowl, Ratchet, Optimus Prime

*'''''[[Megatron Rising - Part 1|Megatron's Resurrection, Part 1]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 26]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11187052] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Megatron Rising - Part 1]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Megatron Rising - Part 2|Megatron's Resurrection, Part 2]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 3]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11260494] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Megatron Rising - Part 2]]"
: ''Narration:'' Blitzwing, [[Lugnut (Animated)|Lugnut]] ([[Kentarō Itō]])

*'''''[[The Elite Guard|Elite Guard]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 10]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11336980] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[The Elite Guard]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Sentinel Prime (Animated)|Sentinel]] ([[Junichi Suwabe]]), [[Jazz (Animated)|Jazz]] ([[Hideo Ishikawa]])

*'''''[[The Return of the Headmaster|Headmaster, Once Again!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 17]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11462952] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[The Return of the Headmaster]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Headmaster (Animated)|Henry Masterson]] ([[Kōsuke Okano]])

*'''''[[Mission Accomplished|Blast-Extinguishing Complete!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 24]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11493428] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Mission Accomplished]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, Optimus

*'''''[[Garbage In, Garbage Out|Wreck-Gar's Rampage]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 31]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11576565] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Garbage In, Garbage Out]]"
: ''Narration:'' Ratchet, [[Arcee (Animated)|Arcee]] ([[Ayahi Takagaki]])

*'''''[[Velocity (episode)|Ratings Race!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 7]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11660442] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Velocity (episode)|Velocity]]"
: ''Narration:'' Megatron

*'''''[[A Fistful of Energon|Increasing Enemies]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 14]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11744858] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[A Fistful of Energon]]"
: ''Narration:'' Lugnut, Blitzwing

*'''''[[SUV: Society of Ultimate Villainy|Swindle's Scheme]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 21]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11827215] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[SUV: Society of Ultimate Villainy]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Autoboot Camp|Double Agent]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 28]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11907088] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Autoboot Camp]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Black Friday (episode)|Heart of the Spider-woman]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 4]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11988049] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Black Friday (episode)|Black Friday]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Blackarachnia (Animated)|Blackarachnia]] ([[Ryōka Yuzuki]])

*'''''[[A Bridge Too Close, Part I|Respective Expectations]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 11]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12067298] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[A Bridge Too Close, Part I]]"
: ''Narration:'' Blitzwing, [[Blurr (Animated)|Blurr]] ([[Takahiro Sakurai]])

*'''''[[A Bridge Too Close, Part II|Enormous Power]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 18]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12143967] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[A Bridge Too Close, Part II]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, Ratchet

*'''''[[TransWarped#Part I|Sari's Secret]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 25]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12221102] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[TransWarped#Part I|TransWarped]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus]] [[Tesshō Genda|Prime]], Optimus Prime

*'''''[[TransWarped#Part II|Sari, Transform!?]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 2]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12295088] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[TransWarped#Part II|TransWarped]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee

*'''''[[TransWarped#Part III|Megatron's Invasion]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 9]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12368592] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[TransWarped#Part III|TransWarped]]"
: ''Narration:'' Sentinel, Jazz

*'''''[[Three's a Crowd|The Stubborn Dirt Boss]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 16]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12444511] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Three's a Crowd]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Where Is Thy Sting?|Wasp's Revenge]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 23]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12517851] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Where Is Thy Sting?]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, Ratchet

[[Image:Japanese_Animated_Wave1Toys_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Olé!"]]
*'''First Eleven figures''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MlspqsUXvQg]
: ''Toy segment:'' Optimus Prime and his crew of Autobots race down a city street to confront Megatron, [[Blackarachnia (Animated)|Blackarachnia]], Starscream, and... [[Lockdown (Animated)|Lockdown]]? Again? Then [[Cliffjumper (Animated)|Cliffjumper]] and [[Dirge (Animated)|Dirge]] pop up out of nowhere for the static end shot. Ooookay.

*'''"Animated" airing on {{w|Cartoon Network (Japan)|Cartoon Network Japan}}''' [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10864079] (Account required)
: Commercial for "Transformers Animated" to air on Japan's Cartoon Network starting on [[June 5]], 2010, at 6:30AM and 4:00PM. Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]]."

*'''DVD Vol. 1 Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ZEYECLvVZs]
: Tells the back story of ''Transformers Animated'', linking it to the 2007 movie. Includes footage of the Autobots working on a [[space bridge]] from "[[Transform and Roll Out]]", and the [[Transformers Evo.|Japanese intro]] to the series. Promotion of the Japanese DVD's release on [[August 6]], [[2010]], from [http://dvd.paramount.jp/tfa/ Paramount Japan's site]. Also promotes [[Sega]]'s arcade games "[[Transformers Animated: The Chase]]" and [[Transformers Animated: The Shooting]]", as well the limited mail-away prize gold-plated Deluxe Earth-mode Optimus Prime.
: ''The world will change. The future will be created...''

== [[Transformers United]] ==
*'''Transformers United DVD CM''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EejvhYAGCzE]
: A three minute promo featuring the first ten Transformers United toys. The transformations are shown being done by hand, rather than being filmed in stop motion as they usually are for Japanese commercials.

== [[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (franchise)|Transformers/Dark Side Moon]] ==
*'''MechTech Wars''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ev-uiIy_tmw]
: A promo for the Japanese exclusive [[MechTech Wars]] game. The features of the cards used in the game are highlighted along with ability to use them to play with your computer, cellphone or a game terminal. Some battle footage from the game is shown as well.

== [[Transformers: Prime (franchise)|Transformers: Prime]] ==
*'''Arms Microns''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nzuLjWMkyNU]
: [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]], [[Soundwave (WFC)]] and [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] swoop in to confront [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]], [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]], [[Bulkhead (Prime)|Bulkhead]] and [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] as they drive on a desert road. Megatron transforms and uses [[Gora]] to clash with Optimus Prime and [[O.P.]].
: ''Notes:'' This ad is mostly stop-motion animation using the toys but the fly-in of the Decepticons appears to be CGI.

== [[Transformers GT: Mission GT-R (franchise)|Transformers GT]] ==
*'''"Transformers GT is here!!"''' [https://youtu.be/gv4fu9HhpGY]
{{stub}}

== [[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|Transformers: Lost Age]] ==
{{note|In addition to the Japan only trailer below, there were also Japanese subtitled versions of the English teaser and payoff trailers.}}

*'''Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7SGuehFY9o]
: Uploaded [[April 24]] [[2014]]. Similar to the first Japanese trailer for ''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]'', this one begins with an introduction by a famous American associated with the film. Instead of [[Steven Spielberg]] and [[Michael Bay]], this time it's new lead actor [[Mark Wahlberg]]. Unlike his predecessors, he speaks only English. This is accompanied by Japanese subtitles. The remainder of the trailer is a heavily edited down version of the US trailer with most of the footage unique to that trailer (i.e. the footage not found in the first two US commercials) removed. Notable exceptions are the brief scene with [[Tessa Yeager|Tessa]]'s "Dad, you can't keep spending money on junk" voice over, the pan past [[Lucas Flannery]] to Optimus Prime and the scene of a Stinger transforming in front of Bumblebee.

*'''Overdubbed Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AkoLCH1yXLA]
: Uploaded [[July 3]], 2014. A 48 second mini-trailer using dubbed footage instead of subtitled footage like the first trailer. It is soundtracked with the [[Imagine Dragons]] song "[[Battle Cry]]".

*'''Destroyer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KXTQl-Cn1U]
: Uploaded [[July 1]], 2014 with the [[Commercial/Age of Extinction#TV tie-in Commercials|ESPN "Future of Soccer" ad]]. Uploaded [[July 2]] on it's own. A slightly modified version of the [[Commercial/Age of Extinction#TV spots|English language Destroyer ad]] with Tessa's "Help me!" line removed and the clip of her being caught by Bumblebee extended. This ad has English audio with subtitles.
:*'''Destroyer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_j93fLJxkhQ] (15 sec) - An edited down version of the previous ad.

*'''Desperate Situation''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkjaLWLWhMQ]
: Uploaded [[July 2]], 2014. English audio for the movie clips with Japanese subtitles. "This is not war." "Help me!" "Tessa!" "It's human extinction." "Bumblebee!" "You gotta have faith Prime, maybe not in who we are" "OH MY GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD!" "but who we can be."
:*'''Desperate Situation''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nPPlGYyb5cw] (15 sec) - An edited down version of the previous ad with Japanese audio for the movie clips.

*'''Fate''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrMV03wO-Kc]
: Uploaded July 2, 2014. English audio for the movie clips with Japanese subtitles. "Humans are hunting us, but a greater threat is coming." "He needs our help." "Why are you willing to help me?" "Because you trust me to." "Autobots, roll out!" "Promise me you're gonna keep her safe. Promise me!" "We are all targets now."
:*'''Fate''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLD8Ko8rc3Q] (15 sec) - An edited down version of the previous ad.

*'''Autobot Dispatch!''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QiGX_lSJ-Mo]
:Uploaded [[July 11]], 2014. Uses Japanese audio for the movie clips.

*'''Hurry to Theaters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPgiYmsV3U8]
: Uploaded [[July 22]], 2014. Uses Japanese audio for the movie clips.

*'''Dinosaur Extinction!''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gInzvZ2PCt4]
:Uploaded [[July 27]], 2014. Narration is in Japanese, movie clip audio is in English. "What is that?"

*'''New Dimension 3D''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yS90eyzi01U]
: Uploaded July 27, 2014. "We are all targets now." "They're here."

*'''3D Attraction''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRWM4sXsL9I]
: Uploaded [[August 3]], 2014. Japanese narration with English clips. "Whoa, whoa whoa!" "Bumblebee!"

*'''Movie Advanced Series dio story''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcqwW-G8XUQ]
: Uploaded [[May 20]], 2014. Earth is shown floating in space. This is followed by [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Leader Class toys 5|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Deluxe Class|Classic Bumblebee]] and [[Crosshairs (AOE)#Generations|Crosshairs]] transforming and rolling out from some rocky looking area. The Dinobots, [[Grimlock (AOE)#Voyager Class toys|Grimlock]], [[Slug (AOE)#Generations|Slug]] and [[Scorn#Generations|Scorn]] stomp around a similar looking area until meeting up with the Autobots. The Autobots transform to robot mode, which seems to enrage the Dinobots. The Dinobots charge the Autobots and knock them down. Prime manages to get back up, prompting the Dinobots to transform to robot mode themselves. Prime and Grimlock charge and collide in battle, leading to Optimus delivering a final blow. The blow prompts Grimlock to decide to shake hands with Optimus and be friends. The remainder of the trailer highlights the first seventeen ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (toyline)#Movie Advanced Series|Movie Advanced Series]]'' figures, grouped by movie of origin.

*'''Lost Age Series dio story''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYyChG7lga0]
: Uploaded [[July 9]], [[2014]]. Advertises mostly the One Step Changers, but also [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Age of Extinction|Battle Command Optimus Prime]], [[Grimlock (AOE)#Flip .26 Change|Big Grimlock]], [[Scorn#Robots in Disguise|Battle Attack Scorn]] and [[Strafe (AOE)#Robots in Disguise|Battle Attack Strafe]]. [[Lockdown (ROTF)#OneStepChanger|Lockdown]] is driving down a desert-ish road when he decides to stop and transform. This prompts the Autobots (except for Prime), who were driving the other direction the road, to stop and transform as well. [[Drift (AOE)#OneStepChanger|Drift]], [[Crosshairs (AOE)#OneStepChanger|Crosshairs]], [[Grimlock (AOE)#OneStepChanger|Grimlock]], and [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#OneStepChanger|Bumblebee]] all stand on top of Prime's trailer, which he has deployed into a battle station. The Autobots unleash a massive barrage of gunfire at Lockdown without making a dent. Lockdown returns the favor by blasting away the trailer and all the Autobots save Prime, who's still sitting there in truck mode. Optimus finally transforms and destroys Lockdown with a slash of his sword. The trailer ends with each of first eleven Lost Age Series toys being highlighted.

*'''Lost Age Series''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46xmW47iyfA]
: Uploaded [[July 24]], 2014. Battle Command Optimus Prime is driving along a desert road in the American southwest. Bumblebee and Drift deploy from Prime's trailer so that he can [[to sell toys|transform to robot mode for no real reason whatsoever]]. Bumblebee and Drift then follow suit and transform to their robot modes. This is followed by Hound, who was apparently there the whole time unseen, transforming. Lockdown then transforms on a black grid floating somewhere up in the clouds. Bumblebee then jumps on Prime's back before being replaced by his trailer, which is now in backpack mode. The end shot shows Optimus Prime and all the One Step Changers.

:*'''Lost Age Series (Version 2)'''
:Similar to the commercial above, and it includes an end tag of the Strongest Tag Team set (Battle Command Optimus Prime & High Octane Bumblebee).

== [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 cartoon)|Transformers Adventure]] ==

{{stub|TV spots, Trailers}}

*'''Transformers Adventure series premiere''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzMs8rzjIN4]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Pilot (Part 1)|Beginning of a New Adventure]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] ([[Ryōhei Kimura]])

*'''Transformers Adventure Series'''
: Uploaded [[March 5]], [[2015]].

{{-}}

*'''Easy Dynamic Series'''
: Uploaded [[March 5]], [[2015]].

{{-}}

[[File:TAV21-Optimus-Prime-Commercial.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''TAV21 Optimus Prime'''
: Uploaded [[June 30]], [[2015]].

{{-}}
*'''TAV33 Optimus Prime Supreme Mode arrives!'''
: Uploaded [[October 27]], [[2015]].

{{-}}
*'''TAV50 Hyper Surge Optimus Prime'''
: Uploaded [[June 14]], [[2016]].

{{-}}
[[Category:Commercials|Japan]]

==[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (franchise)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]==

*'''Transformers Siege''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6zBL8_YhWE]
: Uploaded [[September 14]], [[2019]].

==''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (franchise)|Transformers: Beast Awakening]]''==

*'''"PUI PUI Molcar" × Movie "Transformers / Beast Awakening" Special Collaboration Video''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWLDMCNy44M]
: Uploaded [[July 7]], [[2023]].

:Earth's Strongest Beast, [[Potato]], joins the fight against the forces of [[Unicron]]!

==References==
{{reflist}}

Talk:Genital System

2024-05-15T23:15:55Z

Astrobotix: Created page with "==Page reverts== ''"Seemingly resulting from an example of mistranslation, the implication here is that this specific organic complex..."

==Page reverts==
''"Seemingly resulting from an example of [[Japanese language#Lost in Translation|mistranslation]], the implication here is that this specific organic complex, located beneath the EDC, is an allegory for a womb."''

It really is fairly straightforward English, and a point that has been raised in the past by a number of prominent long-time users here on the wiki and elsewhere. The anatomical layout of the complex is implicit. Thought it was worth including here to cleanup such infantile edits across the wiki that are degrading in so many ways. [[User:Astrobotix|Astrobotix]] ([[User talk:Astrobotix|talk]]) 19:15, 15 May 2024 (EDT)

Talk:Decoy Convoy

2024-05-15T23:06:42Z

Astrobotix: Created page with "==Convoy is dead! connection== Within the ''Kiss Players''' continuity, the "Convoy Transfer Operation" alludes to the live-action video segment, "[[Commercial/Japan#Fight! Su..."

The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix

2024-05-15T10:48:35Z

Astrobotix:

{{disambig2|the Japanese promotional video|''The Transformers: The Movie''. For the movie itself|The Transformers: The Movie}}
[[Image:Movj.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Don't look directly into the <s>lie</s> light]]
"'''The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix'''" (トランスフォーマー・ザ・ムービー　黙示録　マトリクスよ永遠にー ''Toransufōmā Za Mūbī Mokushiroku Matorikusu yo Eien ni''), popularly known as "'''Matrix Forever'''", is a 20-minute video created to promote the Japanese release of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'' in 1989.

The video includes a preview trailer for the film, a collection of Transformers TV series openings, and some TV commercials for the toys. Also included with the tape was a "Special Data Book" containing a synopsis of the movie, profiles of the American cast, character profiles (including [[Character model|character models]]), details and photographs of the [[Unicron/toys#The_Transformers|Unicron]] prototype toy and profiles of [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s Transformers development team.

A widespread [[Misconceptions and urban legends about Transformers|misconception]] among fans holds that ''The Transformers: The Movie'' itself was retitled ''Matrix Forever'' in Japan.<ref>[http://groups.google.com/group/alt.toys.transformers/msg/a5d29844863d2c29 Message from discussion "Binaltech preview"? Real or fake?]</ref>

<center><gallery>
Image:MatrixForever-cover.jpg|'''VHS Cover'''
Image:MatrixForever-tape.jpg|'''VHS Tape'''
</gallery></center>

==Notes==
==Notes==
*The VHS includes the much-beloved live-action, "[[Commercial/Japan#Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010|Convoy is dead! campaign short (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン篇)]]" from [[1986]].<ref name="TheAnime1986-12">ジ・アニメ 1986年12月号 VOL.85 (''The Anime'' December 1986 issue)</ref>

==References==
<references />

==External links==
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YzWT0VOvaFg "Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix" on YouTube]

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[[Category:Generation 1 media]]
[[Category:Real world films]]

Decoy Convoy

2024-05-15T10:42:23Z

Astrobotix: /* Notes */

{{faction|edc}}
:''Decoy Convoy is from the [[Transformers: Kiss Players (franchise)|Kiss Players]] portion of the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''

'''Decoy Convoy''' (デコイ・コンボイ ''Dekoi Convoy'') was a decoy of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity#Kiss Players|Convoy]] constructed prior to the [[The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix|Convoy Transfer Operation]].

==Fiction==
{{stub}}
{{storylink|Autorooper#AutorooperXAtari|AutorooperXAtari}}

==Notes==
*Decoy Convoy was mentioned in the Encyclopedia included with the AutorooperXAtari release.
*Within the ''Kiss Players''' continuity, the "Convoy Transfer Operation" alludes to the live-action video segment, "[[Commercial/Japan#Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010|Convoy is dead! campaign short (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン篇)]]" included on ''[[The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix]]'' VHS, in which "not-[[Tommy Kennedy]]" screams out in anguish as Convoy is airlifted through [[Manhattan]].<ref name="TheAnime1986-12">ジ・アニメ 1986年12月号 VOL.85 (''The Anime'' December 1986 issue)</ref>

==References==
{{Reflist}}

[[Category:Fiction-only Transformers]]
[[Category:Japanese-original Transformers]]

Decoy Convoy

2024-05-15T10:40:12Z

Astrobotix:

{{faction|edc}}
:''Decoy Convoy is from the [[Transformers: Kiss Players (franchise)|Kiss Players]] portion of the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''

'''Decoy Convoy''' (デコイ・コンボイ ''Dekoi Convoy'') was a decoy of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity#Kiss Players|Convoy]] constructed prior to the [[The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix|Convoy Transfer Operation]].

==Fiction==
{{stub}}
{{storylink|Autorooper#AutorooperXAtari|AutorooperXAtari}}

==Notes==
*Decoy Convoy was mentioned in the Encyclopedia included with the AutorooperXAtari release.
*Within the ''Kiss Players''' continuity, the "Convoy Transfer Operation" alludes to the live-action video segment, "[[Commercial/Japan#Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010|Convoy is dead! campaign (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン)]]" included on ''[[The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix]]'' VHS, in which "not-[[Tommy Kennedy]]" screams out in anguish as Convoy is airlifted through [[Manhattan]].<ref name="TheAnime1986-12">ジ・アニメ 1986年12月号 VOL.85 (''The Anime'' December 1986 issue)</ref>

==References==
{{Reflist}}

[[Category:Fiction-only Transformers]]
[[Category:Japanese-original Transformers]]

File:Convoooy.jpg

2024-05-15T05:48:30Z

Astrobotix:

© 1986 [[TakaraTomy]].
{{commercialscreencap|source=the [[Commercial/Japan#Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010|''Convoy is dead!'' commercial]] |owner=[[TakaraTomy]]}}

Commercial/Japan

2024-05-15T05:45:53Z

Astrobotix: /* Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 */

{{suite}}
[[Image:ScrambleCityCommercialBattle.jpg|right|300px|thumb|The toy battle of your childhood dreams.]]
The uniqueness of American [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation 1]] Transformers commercials helped the line become a cultural phenomenon in the U.S. By contrast, [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s G1 commercials, or "'''CM'''"s, were considerably more generic. Commercials for ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers]]'' and ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 (toyline)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010]]'' have a distinctive Gregorian style "Trans-for-mer" chant at the end of them, but there was not much else to set them apart from other mecha toy commercials. They made use of the same type of stop motion animation that was used not only in commercials for Takara's Transformers predecessors ''[[Micro Change]]'' and ''[[Diaclone]]'' but for various other mecha toys including ''{{w|Gundam}}'', ''{{w|Voltron|GoLion}}'', and even as far back as 1975 for ''{{w|Himitsu Sentai Goranger}}''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s toyline. The stop motion style of commercial is still used by TakaraTomy as evidenced by the advertising for ''[[Transformers Animated (toyline)|Transformers Animated]]''.

Curiously, Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers and Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 commercials (even some of those not re-using US commercial footage) made use of several variations of the US [[theme song]]s, despite the fact that said theme songs were not used for the Japanese dubs of the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|cartoon]]. A few variants were even recorded specifically for the Japanese commercials, such as the one used in the first Airbots and Stuntrons ad. Later on, ''[[Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers|Beast Wars]]'' and ''[[Super Lifeform Transformers: Beast Wars Metals (franchise)|Beast Wars Metals]]'' ads would also make use of the theme song from their American counterpart.

Historically, Takara's advertising strategy has been to cover the entire toyline in some way, shape or form. This has resulted in some commercials where the toys get the bum's rush, staying on screen just long enough to show off both modes. The Beast Era has several egregious examples, in particular one ad that covers Scuba, Tasmania Kid, Big Horn, Apache, Dirge, Thrust, Starscream, BB, Megastorm and all four Autorollers for a grand total of thirteen toys! The whole line philosophy has been maintained as recently as the ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Car Robots]]'' line.

In addition to toy commercials, Takara has also advertised via promotional videos, which occasionally offered as magazine or DVD extras, that tease an upcoming series or give supplemental information. Commercials for [[Japanese themes|music singles and soundtracks]] for the various series have also aired on TV, possibly as early as ''[[Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers|Beast Wars]]''. And of course there's the commercials for ''Beast Wars'' [[Beast Wars II Sausage|sausages]]. [[Beast Wars Neo Sausage|Really]]. We wouldn't lie to you.

==Generation 1==

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (franchise)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers]]===
[[Image:Japanese_1985_Toyline_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Class of '85]]
*'''Toyline''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhQAEoxLx3A]
: ''Toy segment:'' A presumably crystal castle of unknown location and origin, holding [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]] trapped within, dissolves into thin air. Somewhere else, the [[Autobot|Cybertron]] forces spread apart to reveal a rising and not-dissolved Convoy. The [[Decepticon|Destron]] forces do the same for [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]. [[Skywarp (G1)|Warp]] and [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]] fire shots which collide in a midair explosion.
: ''Notes:'' A red [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumble]] and yellow [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliff]] are used.

*'''Convoy & Megatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ip1DDdgBoSk]
: ''Notes:'' This is a dubbed version of the American ad with some of the animation removed. The theme song is undubbed.
:*'''Convoy & Megatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQFKYlBjWDc] - Edited-down version of the previous commercial.

*'''Secret Emblem''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S02wWba6ICc]
: ''Notes:'' Uses clips from the American [[rubsign]] ad (with some reordering) mixed with clips from the "Toyline" commercial.

[[Image:Dinobots_and_Buildrons_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Dinobots & Buildrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BnE7s4SiZgY]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] and [[Constructicon (G1)|Buildtrons]] square off on an ice planet in the middle of a solar eclipse.

*'''Laserwave''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yU7W-GniMuQ]
: ''Notes:'' This commercial is the [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave/Laserwave]] segments of the U.S. "Jetfire & Shockwave" ad dubbed over. Naturally, the [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]] segments were dropped due to Takara's legal inability to sell the [[Bandai]]-owned Jetfire mold in the Japanese market. Includes an end tag for the [[Devastator (G1)|Devastor giftset]].

*'''Soundwave''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eICgREXfI0Y]
: ''Notes:'' Same as the U.S. [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] ad with the narration and kids dubbed over.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 (franchise)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010]]===
*'''[[Kabaya]] Standard kits''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQIKMSakKo8]
: ''Toy segment:'' Kits for [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]], [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]], and [[Blitzwing (G1)|Blitzwing]] are shown stop-motion transforming. Shots of the [[Blaster (G1)|Broadcast]], [[Frenzy (G1)|Frenzy]], [[Ravage (G1)|Jaguar]] and [[Silverbolt (G1)|Silverbolt]] kits in one mode fade into shots of their other mode.
: ''Notes:'' The Jaguar kit is shown in flipped colors that are accurate to the original toy instead of the final production colors.

*'''Airbots & Stuntrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-wNbtmI-OUw]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Aerialbot (G1)|Airbots]] take off from [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroflex]] and fly over a desert. They all transform to robot mode and then combine into Superion. [[Fireflight (G1)|Firebolt]] and [[Air Raid (G1)|Air Rider]] disconnect, rotate diagonally around [[Superion (G1)|Superion]]'s torso, and then reconnect as his right arm and left leg, respectively. Meanwhile, the [[Stunticon (G1)|Stuntrons]] have been driving in the desert below. They too transform to robot mode before combining into [[Menasor (G1)|Menasor]]. [[Dead End (G1)|Dead End]] and [[Drag Strip (G1)|Drag Stripe]] disconnect and rotate around Menasor's torso to become his left and right arm, respectively.
:''Scramble Power!''
:*'''Airbots & Stuntrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4j5LOYF5qhY] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Airbots & Stuntrons 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3kuIs4qHPus]
: ''Notes:'' Combines animation and footage from the U.S. Stunticons and Aerialbots commercial with footage from the Airbots and Stuntrons ad, along with a new clip of the Stuntrons designed to be a parallel to the segment where squares flip to reveal the individual Airbots.

[[Image:Magnus_and_Galvatron_Japanese_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|For red eyes, Clear Eyes is awesome.]]
*'''Ultra Magnus & Galvatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZC7nvSDY8Y]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] drives through the desert carrying Silverbolt while [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] fires on him from an overlooking cliff in cannon mode. Silverbolt takes off from Magnus's trailer, prompting Galvatron to transform to robot mode. Ultra Magnus transforms just in time to receive a REALLY ineffective flying clothesline from Galvatron.
: ''Notes:'' This is the same desert in which the previous commercial took place. Whatever celestial body this desert is on, it's in very close proximity to a ringed planet. Galvatron's cannon blasts are marked by explosions occurring near Magnus, accompanied by laser blast sounds from the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|cartoon]]. There's also a lighting effect that seems to have an external source, rather than Galvatron's own light-up gimmick. Ultra Magnus's eyes light up red despite the toy not having that ability.
:*'''Ultra Magnus & Galvatron''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/sc5.mpg] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Ultra Magnus & Galvatron 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0HD_DM2TrMg]
: ''Notes:'' Combines the animation from the U.S. Ultra Magnus and Galvatron commercial with toy footage from the first Japanese ad. The scene of Galvatron firing on Magnus has had a visual laser effect added to it.

[[File:Convoooy.jpg|thumb|200 px|[[Star_Wars_(franchise)|''"The Spark Eternal!"'']]|right]]
*'''Convoy is dead! campaign short (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン篇)''' aka '''2010 debut promo?''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEWF48ZGHWE]
: Several helicopters lift the sparking corpse of Convoy above [[Manhattan]].<ref name="TheAnime1986-12">ジ・アニメ 1986年12月号 VOL.85 (''The Anime'' December 1986 issue)</ref> Down below, a crowd of onlookers chant his name. This leads to a teary-eyed boy yelling "Convoy!"
:''Notes:'' Silhouettes of [[Hot Rod (G1)|Rodimus Convoy]] and other 2010 toys are shown. The end looks like it indicates it will begin airing sometime in November of that year. The campaign spot was later included on the ''[[The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix]]'' VHS and the [[Transformers: Kiss Players (franchise)|''Kiss Players'' franchise]] later heavily referenced the events of this campaign short.
:*'''Convoy is dead! campaign short (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン篇)''' aka '''2010 debut promo?''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CzrGRA_xw2o] - Edited down from the previous commercial.
:*'''Convoy is dead! campaign short (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン篇)''' aka '''2010 debut promo?''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3739snUos4k] - A slightly different ending which looks like it gives a specific airing date of November 14th of that year

*'''Rodimus Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0rMnIf4ugvE]
: ''Animation:'' Rodimus Convoy vs Galvatron from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''.
: ''Toy segment:'' Rodimus Convoy drives through a canyon before transforming to face off with Galvatron in front of [[Kup (G1)|Cher]].
: ''Notes:'' The animation in this commercial is quite likely the first time ever that any part of the movie had been publicly shown in Japan.
:*'''Rodimus Convoy'''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fA9A8cuM9s4] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

[[Image:Animatrons_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Thunder, thunder, thunder, thunder CATS!]]
*'''Animatrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9a8nhvWixo8]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the U.S. Predacons commercial.
: ''Toy segment:'' A [[Unicron|ginormous]] Galvatron looms over the [[Decepticon|Destron]] forces. He then fires at the [[Autobot|Cybertron]] emblem from the [[scene transition]], destroying it. The [[Predacon (G1)|Animatrons]] transform from their animal modes to their robot modes and then combine into [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]].
:*'''Animatrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzFdRRXafgs] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Metroflex''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vt0eoAsDA1w]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobot]]s are shown departing from Metroflex's desert location. Elsewhere in the desert, the [[Combaticon (G1)|Combatrons]] are roaming around. Both teams combine and display their [[Scramble Power]] before meeting up with Superion and Menasor. Metroflex transforms to his mobile battle station mode and then robot mode. His shadow is seen looming over the [[combiner]]s before he rises in full view behind [[Slammer]], [[Scamper]] and [[Six-Gun]].
:*'''Metroflex''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0Iaoy8rOaY] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Metroflex, Airbots & Stuntrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDL6llPKk0M]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the American Aerialbots and Stunticons ad and the Metroplex/Combaticons ad.
: ''Toy segment:'' Scenes of Metroflex transforming and rising up, reused from the previous ad.

*'''Metroflex & Dinosaurer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_hzEGFYXSM]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the American Protectobots/Trypticon ad and the Metroplex/Combaticons ad.
: ''Toy segment:'' Metroflex transforming and rising, reused from the Metroflex ad, and a montage of Dinosaurer's various modes, reused from the American ad.
: ''Notes:'' Both versions of this ad finish with an end tag for a [[decoy|Transformers board game]].
:*'''Metroflex & Dinosaurer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ltfg62cuubQ] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

[[Image:Japanese_Watch_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|''Watch'' this!]]
*'''Watches''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7JsM3B7vOQQ]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the U.S. ads for Ultra Magnus & Galvatron and Aerialbots & Stunticons.
: ''Toy segment:'' An [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Generation 1 2|Ultra Magnus watch]] appears on the wrist of an unknown human individual. The human subsequently flips the watch into its robot mode. Watches for [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Generation 1 2|Galvatron]] and then [[Superion (G1)#Merchandise|Superion]] have their transformations demonstrated.

*'''Scramble City line''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFExuvTTyq0]
: ''Toy segment:'' Metroflex rises up from somewhere to join Slammer, Scamper and Six-Gun. Cut to a shot where we pan up to see [[Trypticon (G1)|Dinosaurer]] sitting in city mode on a plateau. After cuts to shots of Dinosaurer's dinosaur and mobile battle station modes, we see Ultra Magnus's eyes glowing red. Galvatron transforms and performs a weak flying clothesline. Superion and Menasor face off, then Bruticus and [[Defensor (G1)|Guardian]] demonstrate their Scramble Power. Menasor and Bruticus go to meet up somewhere before returning to take on Superion and Guardian. The Cybertron forces stand in a row to face off against the Destrons, who are also standing in a line, as [[Laserbeak (G1)|Condor]] and [[Buzzsaw (G1)|Buzzsaw]] swoop overhead. The whole scene is rather surreal, as the toys stand there statically while explosions go off all around them.
: ''Notes:'' An instrumental version of [[Transformer (song)|"Transformer"]] plays in the background.

*'''[[Transformers: Mystery of Convoy]] game''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_lHEfl5oPI]
: ''Notes:'' Combines animation from the U.S. Ultra Magnus toy commercial with actual game footage.

*'''Cybertron Triple Changers and Octane''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XB8VbWlccwM]
: ''Animation:'' Sandstorm and Broadside transforming, reused from the American ad; excerpt of Springer transforming from robot to helicopter taken from ''The Transformers: The Movie''.
: ''Toy segment:'' Springer flies, then drives over rocky terrain before transforming. Broadside and Sandstorm transform via split-screen slide show, then join up with Springer. Octane flies, then drives through a different rocky terrain and then transforms. All four cycle through their modes on yet another type of rocky terrain.
:*'''Cybertron Triple Changers and Octane''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNJEgFXpuTw] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)#1987 .28The Headmasters.29|The Headmasters]]===
[[Image:Headmasters_Targetmaster_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvJeATp31dw "AUUUUGHHHHHHHH!"]]]
*'''Targetmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vrZQ37l1svI]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Artfire]], [[Ricochet (Headmasters)|Stepper]], [[Crosshairs (G1)|Crosshairs]], [[Sureshot (G1)|Sureshot]] and [[Pointblank|Blanker]] drive through a desert while [[Misfire (G1)|Misfire]] flies overhead. The Cybertrons' [[Targetmaster (technology)|Targetmaster]] partners jump off a nearby cliff to join the Targetmaster Cybertrons, who have transformed.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag promoting [[Pretender]] [[Lander]].
:*'''Targetmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2of_IBzcrts] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Trainbots''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3o2EwUrmr8]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Trainbot]]s zoom along their rails in pairs until all six fly off the rails towards each other to form [[Raiden]].
:*'''Trainbots''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rgj9gY9r1c8] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Headmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pdJ7-BNyo4U]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Chromedome (G1)|Chromedome]] departs from a desert base and meets up with [[Hardhead (G1)|Hardhead]], [[Brainstorm (G1)|Brainstorm]] and [[Highbrow (G1)|Highbrow]]. They head towards the Destron [[Headmaster (technology)|Headmaster]]s [[Skullcruncher (G1)|Skull]], [[Weirdwolf (G1)|Weirdwolf]], and [[Mindwipe (G1)|Wipe]]. Chromedome transforms to robot mode, with his chest panel flipped down to reveal his stats.
:*'''Headmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ezM3eVS9iRg] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Fortress Maximus and Mega Zarak''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KcRuIhnp30]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Scorponok (G1)|Mega Zarak]] walks through the desert in scorpion mode, grabbing [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]] as the latter flies overhead. Fortress Maximus gets himself loose and transforms into robot mode. Zarak remains in scorpion mode and fires ineffectively while Fortress Maximus slashes him with the [[Master Sword]].
:*'''Fortress Maximus and Mega Zarak''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVb1U2WBzc8] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Sixshot''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_8No9I5amY]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Sixshot (G1)|Sixshot]] lands on a planet, then has his various modes counted off.
: ''Notes:'' Strangely enough, the counting is done in English.
:*'''Sixshot''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sT8F9HN0YY0] - Edited down from previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)#1988 .28Super-God Masterforce.29|Super-God Masterforce]]===
[[Image:Metalhawk_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-bi71LG38w Dum dum, dum dum...]]]
*'''Pretenders''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAInPPXjbcY]
: ''Toy segment:'' A set of very large doors swings open to reveal [[Metalhawk (G1)|Metalhawk]], who stomps forward for a bit before being confronted by the Destron Pretenders [[Blood]], [[Dauros]] and [[Gilmer]]. Metalhawk splits from his Pretender shell and swoops down at the Destrons.
:*'''Pretenders''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9S81sj_uOs] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Super Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNffM_wO0_Y]
: ''Toy segment:'' Ginrai drives down a street, only to have Buster and Hydra pop up and take pot shots at him. Ginrai responds by transforming into [[Ginrai (human)|Super Ginrai]] and firing at Buster and Hydra as they fly by.
: ''Notes:'' This commercial takes place in the same area as the previous one. Ginrai apparently has difficulty with moving targets, as he misses at least twice before ''possibly'' landing some shots.
:*'''Super Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZfjiE0X1IA] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''God Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9T-c02PiOM]
: ''Toy segment:'' Ginrai drives out of a city while towing [[Godbomber]], then transforms into [[Ginrai (human)|God Ginrai]] for [[To sell toys|some reason]].
:*'''God Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HLLcDtoYek4] - Edited down from previous commercial.

[[Image:Darkwings_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"We are the terrors that flap in the night! We are the GPS that threatens your Mega Zarak."]]
*'''Buster and Hydra''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJpFShl-i2A]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Hydra (G1)|Hydra]] and [[Buster (G1)|Buster]] pop up on top of skyscraper to see [[Ginrai (human)|Ginrai]] driving down the road. They swoop down in their separate jet modes before combining.

*'''Overlord''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i6Ss8O_dlhY]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Overlord (G1)|Overlord]] tank component rolls through a ruined city while the jet component flies towards the tank component. [[Mega]] and [[Giga]] show up to combine the components into Overlord's robot mode.
:*'''Overlord''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8h6c3WEOrVk] - Edited down from previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Victory (toyline)|Victory]]===
[[Image:Victory_Leo_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Trini, fearless and agile. The Sabertooth Tiger Dinozord will be under your command."]]
*'''Victory Leo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2Jt11bddBw]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Ginrai (robot)|Victory Leo]] runs through a war zone before transforming to robot mode.

*'''Star Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9gms4I3kLA]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Star Saber (G1)|Star Saber]] flies through an icy wasteland before transforming to robot mode.
: ''Notes:'' Some airings of this commercial included an end tag for [[Deathsaurus (G1)|Deszaras]].
:*'''Star Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ahqW2bUSJew] - Edited down from previous commercial.
:*'''Star Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLDPixwU0sY] - Edited down from previous commercial, without Deszaras ending.

*'''Victory Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rr7OirYLFCw]
: ''Toy segment:'' Victory Leo runs through a war zone before transforming to robot mode. Star Saber is there too, and they combine into [[Star Saber (G1)|Victory Saber]].
:*'''Victory Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjOCTcKzmsE] - Edited down from previous commercial.

[[Image:Brainmasters_2_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Brainmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELXsyPBq-9Y]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Blacker]], [[Laster]] and [[Braver]] drive through a desert. Blacker transforms to robot mode, then the trio combines into [[Road Caesar]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[Liokaiser]].

*'''Brainmasters 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyA7lex7OzM]
: ''Toy segment:'' Blacker, Laster and Braver drive through a desert. Laster and Braver screech to a halt, doing a 180 in the process, and transform to robot mode. Blacker flies off some rocks and transforms as well.

*'''Liokaiser & Deszaras''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2rrkmc_zzBQ]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Drillhorn (G1)|Drillhorn]], [[Jallguar]], and [[Killbison]] drive along as Deszaras, [[Guyhawk]], [[Hellbat (G1)|Hellbat]] and [[Leozack]] fly over head. The [[Breastforce]] combine into Liokaiser while Deszaras transforms to robot mode.

===[[Transformers: Zone (toyline)|Zone]]===
[[Image:Dai Atlas Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Dai Atlas''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ffXrwX-EiLo]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpt from ''[[Enter the New Supreme Commander, Dai Atlas!]]'' with [[Micromaster]]s hopping around and [[Dai Atlas (G1)|Dai Atlas]] leaping into the air to transform.
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Erector (G1)|Cragun]] finishes Dai Atlas's construction by installing his <s>[[spark]]</s> batteries. Dai Atlas scoots out of the scaffolding he was under to transform to drill tank mode. He then switches to jet mode before finally converting to base mode. The [[Super Car Patrol Team]] pours out of Dai Atlas while [[Speeder]] spins around on the gun turret like it's a merry-go-round.
: ''Notes:'' [[Missile Bull]] makes a cameo at the beginning of the toy segment.
:*'''Dai Atlas''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iKIWw6YzVf0] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Micromaster Rocket Base''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pvtd7Lwvi4w]
: ''Animation:'' Star Saber points at a huge group of Micromasters.
: ''Toy segment:'' Said group of Micromasters turns real, and the [[Rescue Patrol Team]] transform to their robot modes. [[Moonradar (G1)|Moonradar]] blasts off in the [[Rocket Base]]'s rocket while the remainder of the toy transforms from launching pad to base. [[Sunrunner (G1)|Sunrunner]], despite not having VTOL jets, lands vertically on the helicopter pad while [[Holi]] emerges from a compartment at the base of the rocket. [[Boater]] takes aim from the lower gun turret, and a large Micromaster city is shown complete with Micromasters manning the stations.
:*'''Micromaster Rocket Base''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9j10III9yuE] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Return of Convoy (toyline)|Return of Convoy]]===

*'''Sky Garry''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3M_3oo9cGks]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Sky Garry (G1)|Sky Garry]] flies over Grandus to land on a plateau in front of...Grandus? Sky Garry unloads his cargo of three Micro Trailers, one of which enters Grandus and opens to reveal [[Hubs|Lucas]]. Sky Garry transforms to robot mode.
:*'''Sky Garry''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZ4QVqcRe9o] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

[[Image:Grandus_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"This elevator could use a few windows. First floor, housewares."]]
*'''Grandus''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BysE3o_-ro4]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Grandus (G1)|Grandus]] rolls through a rocky area before opening his front panel to reveal his inner workings. A [[Micro Trailer]] enters a compartment and opens to reveal Lucas. Lucas then rides the elevator up past [[Dropshot (G1)|Dropshot]].

*'''Star Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gH0EznziFns]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Star Convoy]] drives through a rocky desert area, then transforms to base mode. Members of the [[Sixliner|Liner Team]] are seen manning the base and exiting from Micro Trailers before Star Convoy transforms to robot mode.

*'''Sixliner''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4D0z23tKgq0]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[D-Go]], [[Alan (G1)|Alan]], [[Joe (G1)|Joe]], [[Leaf]], [[Night]] and [[Spark (G1)|Spark]] play around in Dai Atlas and Grandus before forming [[Sixliner]].

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Operation Combination (toyline)|Operation Combination]]===
*'''Sixtrain''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b28uD0sm2Kw]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Desire]], [[Atlan]], [[Converter]], [[Raise]], [[San D-Go]] and [[Windy (G1)|Windy]] somehow roll through a rocky area sans rails before forming [[Sixtrain]].

==Beast Wars==
===[[Beast Wars: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Wars]]===
[[Image:BWKabaya Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Rhinox's black period.]]
*'''Kabaya toys''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Th7taJU5NI]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from [[Beast Wars (Part 2)|Beat the Destrons]].
: ''Toy segment:'' Convoy and Rhinox stand together, then face down Megatron. All three transform.

*'''Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers VHS''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/bwjap6.mpg]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from "[[Beast Wars (Part 1)|Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers]]", "[[Beast Wars (Part 2)|Beat the Destrons]]", "[[The Web|Cheetus's Crisis]]", "[[Equal Measures|Operation: Time Bomb Transfer!]]", and "[[The Trigger, Part 2|Floating Island Death Match Part 2]]".
:*'''Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers VHS''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TuFs49ZGsHc] - Keeps some of the excerpts from "Beat the Destrons" and "Cheetus's Crisis" and adds scenes from "[[Power Surge (episode)|The Aerial Mountain Explodes]]".
:*'''Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers VHS''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9NpV68mAtM] - Keeps some excerpts from "Beat the Destrons", "Operation: Time Bomb Transfer!", and "Floating Island Death Match Part 2" and adds an excerpt from "[[Chain of Command (BW)|Convoy Disappeared]]".

[[Image:Japanese BW Deluxes Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Come on Takara, did she have to give up ''that'' easily?]]
*'''Deluxes''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7_UhWEeME4]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of [[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackwidow]] and [[Tigatron]] transforming to robot mode from "[[Double Jeopardy|Kick of the Spider Woman]]" and "[[Fallen Comrades|Solitary Warrior Tigatron]]" respectively.
: ''Toy segment:'' Tigatron and Blackwidow transform and attack each other from neighboring plateaus. [[Rhinox (BW)|Rhinox]], [[Shadow Panther]], [[Wolfang (Maximal)|Howlinger]] and [[Buzz Saw (BW)|Buzz Saw]] also transform and stand on plateaus. All of Takara's Cybertron figures face off against all of Takara's Destrons.
: ''Notes:'' When we say all, we mean all. Convobat stands alongside Ultra Class Convoy while Megaligator stands alongside Megatron. Includes an end tag for the Volcano Showdown playset w/[[Armordillo|Armor]] & [[Snapper]].
:*'''Deluxes''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/bwjap2.mpg] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Home video''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/bwjap7.mpg]
: ''Notes:'' Various clips from the cartoon play as the narrator talks about the home video series.

===[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1998 (Beast Wars II)|Beast Wars II]]===
[[Image:Jointrons Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Prime plays basketball, Motorarm referees American football.]]
*'''Jointrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXMWnkRg7Uo]
: ''Toy segment:'' One at a time, the [[Jointron]]s transform and dance before combining into [[Tripledacus]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[God Neptune]].

*'''Magnaboss and God Neptune''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56BGx8Q7eXY]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Lio Junior]] and [[Lio Convoy|his dad]] stand side by side on a rocky ledge at sunset. [[Santon]] stampedes towards Lio Junior. Santon wiggles his ears and Lio stamps his paw as [[Skywarp (BW)|Skywarp]] lands on a nearby rock and flaps his wings. The trio transform and wave their weapons frantically. God Neptune then shows up, prompting the three Maximals to combine into [[Magnaboss (BWII)|Magnaboss]] in order to take him on.

[[Image:Insectron Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Insectrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0m5DTyXi9Js]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Tonbot]], [[Bigmos]] and [[Mantis]] swoop down and transform. [[Drill Nuts]], [[Powerhug (BW)|Powerhug]], and [[Scissor Boy]] burrow up from under the sand and transform.

*'''Lio Convoy and Galvatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVVcculmnhY]
: ''Toy segment:'' Lio Convoy deploys his mane arsenal as Galvatron blasts through some nearby rock in his drill tank mode. Lio Convoy transforms to robot mode and displays his [[Energon Matrix]]. Galvatron transforms to robot mode and then dragon mode before flying at Lio Convoy. Lio holds him off using his mane's spinning gimmick thing.

*'''Scuba, Tasmania Kid, Big Horn, Apache, Dirge, Thrust, Starscream, BB, Megastorm and Autorollers''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6A_ogqMXp0]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Megastorm]] maneuvers in tank mode. [[Apache]] transforms to robot mode. Megastorm follows suit and then fires at Apache. Apache's response is to raise his weapon in the air while lightning flashes behind him. Big Horn transforms. [[Starscream (BW)|Starscream]] and [[BB]] transform and BB demonstrates his cannon. [[Tasmania Kid]] transforms to robot mode. [[Dirge (BW)|Dirge]] taxis on a runway before transforming. Ikard emerges from a body of water and transforms on land. [[Thrust (BW)|Thrust]] transforms in mid-air. [[Autocrusher]], [[Autojetter]], and [[Autolauncher]] stand together on a desert road not far from a city. [[Autostinger]] rolls up behind them and transforms.

[[Image:Gigastorm Cyborg Beasts & Ikard Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Let me introduce you to my leetle friend!"]]
*'''Gigastorm, Cyborg Beasts and Ikard w/Tako Tank''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1oVJp5tQpZ0]
: ''Toy segment:'' Lio Convoy spins his mane while Galvatron lands in dragon mode. Tonbot, Bigmos and Mantis swoop down. Tripledacus just stands. Magnaboss and God Neptune clash. The [[Tako Tank]] rolls up and squirts water, then transforms to reveal its base mode and [[Ikard]] working the weapons systems. [[Gigascouter]] rolls down a ramp in [[Megastorm|Gigastorm]]'s base mode. Gigastorm transforms to dinosaur mode, stomps around and breathes fire at Ikard and the Tako Tank. [[Starscream (BW)|Hellscream]], [[BB|Max-B]], [[Dirge (BW)|Dirgegun]], and [[Thrust (BW)|Thrustor]] transform.

*'''Beast Wars II: Act 1 & 2 on VHS''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nArJP_7ZS18]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from ''Beast Wars II''.

*'''Sausages 1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VI8EgJgg6Uo]
: ''Notes:'' Advertises special [[Beast Wars II Sausage|sausages]] sold in conjunction with the ''[[Beast Wars Special Super Lifeform Transformers]]'' movie.
:*'''Sausages 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VI8EgJgg6Uo&t=0m15s] - Same as the previous commercial with an added bit about bio cards included with the sausages.

*'''Beast Wars Special Movie''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XI3J9fNA9xo]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of Metals Convoy transforming and firing his Gatling guns, Metals Megatron transforming, Lio Junior running through a forest in lion mode, Galvatron growling (we think), Lio Convoy looking and Lio Convoy and Convoy preparing for battle.

===[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1999 (Beast Wars Neo)|Beast Wars Neo]]===
[[Image:Blendtrons Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|WhY wAsPiNaToR's ShOuLdErS hUrT?]]
*'''[[Blentron]]s & Metals Powered Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=915mseGKiEs]
: ''Animation:'' Brief excepts of Metals Megatron firing at Metals [[Rattrap (BW)|Rattle]] and [[Depth Charge (BW)|Depth Charge]] turning in front of the camera.
: ''Toy segment:'' A hornet (Latolata with his lionfish head replaced by [[Waspinator (BW)|Waspinator]]'s) and a lionfish blend together to become [[Latolata]]. Latolata, [[Elphaorpha]], and [[Drancron]] face off against [[Big Convoy]] and [[Magmatron]]. [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys|Metals Powered Convoy]] raises his weapon.
: ''Notes:'' This commercial is split into two halves, with the first half covering the Blentron toys and the second half featuring Powered Convoy.

*'''Mach Kick and Archadis, Sharp Edge, Bump, Hardhead, Bazooka''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZgXAPyZRaQ]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Archadis]] transforms in mid air. [[Mach Kick]] transforms and attacks Archadis with his tail whip. [[Sharp Edge]] transforms. [[Hardhead (BW)|Hardhead]], [[Bump]] and [[Bazooka (BW)|Bazooka]] all transform.

[[Image:BWNeo Leaders Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Wheeljack said there'd be days like this.]]
*'''Big Convoy and Magmatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyJczPPQ8h4&t=18]
: ''Toy segment:'' Big Convoy and Magmatron face off in a frozen land.
: ''Notes:'' Actual explosion and sparkler effects return to denote damage inflicted on Big Convoy by Magmatron.
:*'''Big Convoy and Magmatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psjOOpsmwVg&t=18] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Sausages''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psjOOpsmwVg&t=0m30s]
: ''Notes:'' Excerpts of Big Convoy from ''[[Super Lifeform Transformers: Beast Wars Neo (cartoon)|Beast Wars Neo]]'' play in the background as the [[Tech Spec]]-type cards included with the sausages are highlighted, including an animation of a tech spec meter. The sausages themselves are shown at the very end.

[[Image:Longrack Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Edward's pet, Geoffrey Scissorhands.]]
*'''Longrack, Guiledart, Colada, and Saberback''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPtrZ2ZMe9w]
: ''Toy segment:'' Longrack transforms and attacks Guiledart with his claw weapon. Guiledart gets loose, transforms and fires at Longrack. Colada transforms, then Saberback transforms. [[Break]], [[Randy (BW)|Randy]], [[Rockbuster]], and [[Stampy (BW)|Stampy]] transform as a group. [[Crazybolt (BW)|Crazybolt]], [[Dead End (BW)|Dead End]], [[Hydra (BW)|Hydra]] and [[Sling (BW)|Sling]] transform as a group too. Stampy transforms into his scissors mode for Longrack to wield.
:*'''Longrack, Guiledart, Colada, and Saberback''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F3g7NATVWlI&t=18] - Edited down from the previous commercial.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[Heinrad (BW)|Heinrad]], highlighting his alarm clock feature.

*'''Cartoon debut promo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6PAdKLLivY]
: ''Animation:'' Not animation per se, but pans are done on stills of Big Convoy by himself, Big Convoy commanding the other [[Maximal]]s, and the Maximals standing together as a group.
: ''Notes:'' This spot advertises the series debut of the ''Beast Wars Neo'' cartoon. "[[Love For Ever: Kimi o Mamoru Tame ni]]", the [[theme song]] for ''Beast Wars Neo'', is used as background music.

===[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1999 (Beast Wars Metals)|Beast Wars Metals]]===
[[Image:Metals Leaders Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Monkey shines.]]
*'''[[Optimus Primal (BW)|Metals Convoy]] and [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]]''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eo-Dj-hZNHI]
: ''Animation:'' Very brief excerpts of a zoom-in on Convoy and Megatron turning his head.
: ''Toy segment:'' Convoy and Megatron transform and face off on a ''TRON''-style grid.
: ''Notes:'' Uses the American Beast Wars theme song as the background music track.

*'''''[[Cutting Edge|Beast Wars Metals: Convoy Daihenshin!]]'' promo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3l7GtvirFKE]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of Megatron waggling his head and firing his tail weapon at Rattle, Depth Charge walking out of the water, a [[Cyber raptor]] turning its body, Blackwidow firing from behind a rock, Rhinox blasting away, Powered Convoy transforming and flying off, and Powered Convoy extending his hand.

*'''''Beast Wars Metals: Convoy Daihenshin!'' promo #2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9m8aJNSZ0fo]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of Metals Convoy sailing in on his hoverboard before transforming, Metals Megatron transforming to flying T-Rex mode and taking off, Metals Rattle racing off, Cheetus, Rhinox and Tigatron witnessing Convoy's transmetalization, and a zoom-in on Megatron.

==[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Car Robots]]==
[[Image:Gigatron Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Car Robot Brothers and Gigatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ez58xax2gSw&t=15s]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Prowl (RID)|Mach Alert]] drives through a tunnel, [[X-Brawn|Wildride]] drives off-road, and [[Side Burn (RID)|Speedbreaker]] is on a street. Mach Alert and Wildride join Speedbreaker, and all three screech to a halt before transforming. Gigatron appears in all six modes at once before facing off with the [[Autobot Brothers|Car Robot Brothers]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for a [[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Brave Maximus]] giveaway.

*'''Super Fire Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZyL5OOXpiI]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Super Fire Convoy]] drives through a [[Global Space Bridge]] tunnel. He transforms to robot mode, then into Super Fire Convoy.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for a [[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Brave Maximus]] giveaway.

*'''Team Shinkansen''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xb3DVLswSPc]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Team Bullet Train|Team Shinkansen]] shoots down the rails before jumping into the air to transform. They combine into [[Rail Racer (RID)|JRX]] to take on [[Megatron (RID)|Gigatron]].

[[Image:Black Convoy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Buildmaster and Black Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYu46LHIDU8]
: ''Toy segment:'' The Buildmaster group works on some construction projects despite not being anywhere near an actual construction site. After they transform to robot mode, [[Scourge (RID)|Black Convoy]] appears. To combat him, the Buildmasters combine into [[Landfill (RID)|Build King]].

*'''God Magnus and Super Car Robot Brothers''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYu46LHIDU8&t=15s]
: ''Toy segment:'' God Magnus, in car carrier mode, carries the three [[Super Mode|super mode]] Car Robot Brothers, who then disembark and transform. God Magnus transforms and fires his machine guns like there's an ammo sale at S-Mart. Fire Convoy then conveniently appears so the two can form [[Omega Prime|God Fire Convoy]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for a postcard drawing for the [[Matrix Blade]].

==[[The Transformers (G1 PS2)|Transformers Tatakai]]==
[[Image:Tatakai_Trailer.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SbI_9GY9dU] (Full version)/[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0edrtrhV3Ng]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of game footage/cut scenes featuring the Destrons attacking the Cybertrons on a bridge on [[Earth]], Convoy opening his chest to reveal the Matrix, a rundown of the transformations and identities of each character, Convoy and Megatron facing off, Chromedome doing a backflip onto his [[Transtector]] body with his stats showing, [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] and [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]] transforming and driving, [[Weirdwolf (G1)|Weirdwolf]] attacking, [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] ejecting one of his tapes, Chromedome being attacked by Weirdwolf, and Galvatron battling Rodimus Convoy.
: ''Notes:'' This trailer has no vocal narration. All text in the trailer is in English, including the Transformers logo. The background music is a heavily remixed version of "[[The Transformers (Theme)]]" from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''. Some uploads of the trailer do not have the segment at the beginning with the text "A.D. 2003. We now return to" followed by the Transformers logo. The words "Coming Soon" and then the Playstation button symbols at the end are also missing from those uploads.
: ''The confrontation of the fate. A battle without an end.''

==[[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)|Legends of the Microns]]==
[[Image:ML Unicron Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|This hand and eye of mine glow with an awesome coordination!]]
*'''Unicron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z86-8vzFnd8&t=7m53s]
: ''Toy segment:'' A number of Transformers, including [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Convoy]] and [[Jetfire (Armada)|Jetfire]], fly towards Unicron, who transforms and makes his fist glow.

*'''Jet Convoy and Shockwave''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z86-8vzFnd8&t=8m08s]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Tidal Wave (Armada)|Shockwave]] flies over Convoy, then transforms and lands between him and [[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]]. Jetfire swoops in from the heavens and gets between Shockwave and Convoy. Shockwave combines with Megatron, prompting Jetfire and Convoy to form Jet Convoy. The two combiners face off.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[Overload (Armada)|Ultra Magnus]].

*'''DVD''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z86-8vzFnd8&t=8m38s]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from the [[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)|''Legends of the Microns'' cartoon]].
: ''Notes:'' [[Tailslide]] is used as an example of the bonus [[Mini-Con]] pack-ins. Features an end tag for the singles for "[[Transformer: Dream Again|TRANSFORMER -Dream Again-]]" and "[[Never Ending Road]]".

*'''Legends of the Microns "Special Secret Video: Strongest Robot Army"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=soEuIWZtXvA]
: A promotional video for the then-upcoming ''Legends of the Microns'' cartoon and toyline. It was released on a VHS tape that came with the February [[2003]] issue of ''[[TV Magazine]]''. Included in the video are profiles on Convoy, Hot Shot, [[Smokescreen (Armada)|Grap]], [[Red Alert (Armada)|Ratchet]], Megatron, [[Demolishor (Armada)|Ironhide]], [[Cyclonus (Armada)|Sandstorm]], and [[Starscream (Armada)|Starscream]]. The profiles consist mainly of their animated transformations and powerlinxing, along with their [[Tech Spec]]s. Profiles are shown for the [[Street Speed Mini-Con Team|Street Speed Microns]], [[Race Mini-Con Team|Race Microns]] and [[Air Defense Mini-Con Team (Armada)|Air Defense Microns]], consisting of their animated transformations, combinations and Tech Specs. The early releases of the [[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|''Legends of the Microns'' toyline]] are shown at the end. The first three [[Columbia Music Entertainment|''Legends of the Microns'' CD singles]] also get a mention at the end of the video.

*'''Legends of the Microns "Special Secret Video: The Enormous Robot Unicron Descends"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7w5gVxaNsoI]
: ''Notes:'' Also known as "The Coming of Unicron", this is a video promoting the appearance of [[Unicron]] in ''Legends of the Microns''. It includes a flashback to ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'' (strangely labeled as being in 1985) and toy commercials for Unicron, Jet Convoy/Shockwave and the ''Legends of the Microns'' DVDs. This video was given away on DVDs to the first 4000 customers to buy ''Legends of the Microns'' toys at [[Toys"R"Us|Toys"R"Us Japan]] stores in September of 2003.

==[[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)|Super Link]]==
[[Image:SL Autobots & Megazarak Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Hey, hey! We're Convoy's flunkies! And 'bots say we flunky around. But we're too busy linking, to put any Destrons down."]]
*'''Inferno, Hot Shot, Roadbuster, & Sky Fire''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L99PdlygmOQ] (MegaZarak end tag) / [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9CQxerRoqGY&t=59] (Landmine end tag) / [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sh1yyxoLYy0] (Galvatron end tag)
: ''Toy segment:'' The four [[Autobot|Cybertrons]] fly/drive along before transforming to robot mode. Hot Shot and Inferno [[Powerlinx|Super Link]] together, as do Roadbuster and Sky Fire. The end tag features either [[Scorponok (Energon)|MegaZarak]], [[Landmine (Energon)|Landmine]], or [[Megatron (Armada)|Galvatron]] transforming.

*'''Grand Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=np_D4EMaC14]
: ''Toy segment:'' Grand Convoy drives along with [[Inferno (Energon)|Inferno]], [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]], [[Ironhide (Energon)|Roadbuster]], and [[Jetfire (Armada)|Sky Fire]]. Grand Convoy leaps off a cliff and transforms to robot mode. He summons the [[Prime Force|Grand Force]] to form the [[Super Mode|Grand Cross]].

*'''Omega Supreme''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97vEz7XlNLE]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Omega Supreme (Energon)|Omega Supreme]] flies through the air and rides the rails before transforming to robot mode and landing near Grand Convoy. The two combine to form Powerlinx Omega Supreme.

*'''Rodimus Convoy''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/anime/sl-cm3.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Rodimus (Energon)|Rodimus Convoy]] powerlinx with [[Prowl (Energon)|Red Alert]], Hot Shot, Roadbuster, Sky Fire, and Inferno.

*'''Wing Saber''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/anime/sl-cm4.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:'' Wing Saber [[Powerlinx|Super Links]] with Grand Convoy to form Wing Convoy. Wing Convoy flies through a large group of [[Terrorcon (Energon)|Terrorcons]] so fast, they miss him and shoot each other.

[[Image:SL Special Secret Video Team Convoy.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Super Link "Special Secret Video: Super Combining Soldiers"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwgMXT0AfS0]
: ''Notes:'' A promotional video for the then-upcoming ''[[Transformers: Energon (franchise)|Super Link]]'' cartoon and toyline. It tells the back story of ''Super Link'' before going into profiles for Grand Convoy, the Grand Cross, Sky Fire, Hot Shot, Inferno, Super Linking, Roadbuster, [[Strongarm (Energon)|Blast Arm]], and [[Kicker Jones|Kicker]]. The Terrorcons and Megazarak also get a mention. The video finishes out with a photo gallery of the some of the earlier ''Super Link'' toy releases. Several pieces of concept art are shown. This video was released on a VHS tape or DVD packaged with the December 2003 issue of ''TV Magazine''.

*'''[[Transformer Superlink: Original Soundtrack Mission I|Original Soundtrack Mission I]]''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ndxw4gWE7cw]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from ''[[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)|Super Link]]''.

*'''[[Interchannel#DVDs|DVDs]]''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqZQyVR5FfY&t=18]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpt of Grand Convoy and the Grand Force forming the Grand Cross.

== [[Robotmasters (franchise)|Robotmasters]] ==
[[Image:Robot Masters commercial.jpg|thumb|200px||When it's laser time put on the 3-D shades!]]
*'''Robotmasters toyline''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/news/video/rm1.wmv], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1RiAUZabq4s]

: ''Animation:'' [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] fights [[Optimus Primal (BW)|Optimus Primal]] as [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]] takes on [[Megatron (BW)|Beast Megatron]]. Megatron's dino head bites Prime on the hand.
: ''Toy segment:'' The Destrons and Cybertrons stand around as the camera pans and cuts, then explosive effects go off around them.
: ''Notes:'' This ad was available on the DVD packed in with RM-01 Convoy and RM-21 Burning Beast Convoy.

*'''Robotmasters toyline 2''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/news/video/rm1.wmv], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3c_QJzzzbGc]
: ''Animation:'' Starscream, Convoy, Beast Convoy and Beast Megatron all strike poses.
: ''Toy segment:'' Megatron transforms amongst the other Destrons. [[Mirage (G1)|Ligier]] and the Cybertrons race toward camera. Convoy and Beast Convoy transform. The entire ''Robotmasters'' toyline stands around while laser effects are superimposed on them.
: ''Notes:'' This ad was available on the DVD packed in with RM-01 Convoy and RM-21 Burning Beast Convoy. Includes an end tag for the [[Fortress Maximus (RID)#Robotmasters 2|Cybertron City]] giveaway contest.

==[[Transformers: Cybertron (cartoon)|Galaxy Force]]==
*'''Cartoon debut promo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T70UQrQaYuE&t=18]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (cartoon)|Galaxy Force]]''.

[[Image:Galaxy Convoy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Galaxy Convoy and Nitro Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CJc0WaV5tsU&t=18]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Galaxy Convoy]] races down a city street with [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Exellion]], [[Overhaul (Cybertron)|Jackshot]] and [[Scattorshot (Cybertron)|Backpack]] and [[Jetfire (Armada)|Dreadlock]] flying overhead. Convoy transforms to robot mode, then [[Super Mode]]. He demonstrates his Force Chip-activated abilities. [[Override (Cybertron)|Nitro Convoy]] transforms.
: ''Notes:'' The Nitro Convoy segment comes from a [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyZRhuuf6Es Takara promotional video].
:*'''Galaxy Convoy and Master Megatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LXidZz5zm0&t=18] - An edited-down version of the previous commercial with the Nitro Convoy segment replaced by a [[Megatron (Armada)|Master Megatron]] segment. The Master Megatron segment comes from the same promo video as the aforementioned Nitro Convoy segment.

*'''Ligerjack & Sonic Bomber''' [http://fantofan.jp/news/video/gfad6.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:''[[Overhaul (Cybertron)|Ligerjack]] transforms to lion mode before forming Liger Convoy with Galaxy Convoy. [[Wing Saber (Energon)|Sonic Bomber]] combines with Galaxy Convoy into Sonic Convoy.
:*'''Ligerjack''' [http://fantofan.jp/news/video/gfad5.wmv] - The Ligerjack portion of the previous commercial.

[[Image:Flame Convoy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Flame Convoy''' [http://fantofan.jp/news/video/gf/gfad4.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Scourge (Cybertron)|Flame Convoy]] stomps on the ground, flips out his extra heads and spews fire before transforming.

*'''"[[Call You... Kimi to Boku no Mirai|CALL YOU... Kimi to Boku no Mirai]]" CD single''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjLqUrWxAis&t=18]
: ''Animation:'' Various ''Galaxy Force'' excerpts, including Galaxy Convoy's [[stock footage]] transformation.

*'''New Show: Transformers Galaxy Force Special Clip''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6e7AhEpGcpc]
: ''Notes:'' A demo reel with test footage of Galaxy Convoy, Master Megatron, Starscream, various Cybertrons, and [[Vector Prime]]. Originally aired on a TV in Takara's booth at the 2004 Tokyo Entertainment Market. The narration and opening theme music was replaced with Lion's rendition of the Transformers [[theme song]] for the video's release on DVD. The DVD was given away via Toys"R"Us Japan stores to the first 10,000 customers purchasing GC-01 Galaxy Convoy in December 2004.

*'''Rise! New Commander Galaxy Convoy!"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvsjngLBR54]
: ''Notes:'' Narrated by Galaxy Convoy, the video starts off by going over the back story for ''Galaxy Force''. Galaxy Convoy then starts profiling his troops [[Landmine (Energon)|Guardshell]], Exillion, Jackshot, and Backpack. He then talks about Earth and the [[Autobot|Cybertrons]]' [[human]] allies, [[Coby Hansen|Coby]], [[Bud Hansen|Bud]], and [[Lori Jiménez|Lori]]. Finally, he discusses the [[Decepticon|Destrons]] Master Megatron, Starscream and [[Thundercracker (Armada)|Thundercracker]]. This video, along with "Toy Introduction" and "Robotmasters Special Footage: [[Fight! The Group of the Strongest Commanders!]]", was released on the ''Galaxy Force'' "Special Secret DVD" packed in with the December 2004 issue of ''TV Magazine''.

*'''Toy Introduction''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T3_qAWkSRYo&t=18]
: ''Notes:'' Galaxy Convoy comments upon the early ''Galaxy Force'' toy releases and urges you to get them from your local toy retailer when they're released. This video, along with "Rise! New Commander Galaxy Convoy!" and "Robotmasters Special Footage: [[Fight! The Group of the Strongest Commanders!]]", was released on the ''Galaxy Force'' "Special Secret DVD" packed in with the December 2004 issue of ''TV Magazine''.

[[Image:GF Secret File Micron Team.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Transformers - Galaxy Force! Secret File!''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=13i8h71iF1g]
: ''Notes:'' Similar to the previous video in that Galaxy Convoy once again describes the back story of ''Galaxy Force'' and profiles his allies and enemies. This time, however, there are additional characters profiled. These include Dreadlock, Vector Prime, the [[Recon Mini-Con Team|Micron Team]], [[Clocker (Cybertron)|Skids]], [[Brakedown (Cybertron)|Autolander]], [[Ransack (Cybertron)|Gasket]], [[Crumplezone (Cybertron)|Landbullet]], Nitro Convoy, [[Snarl (Cybertron)|Fang Wolf]], and Flame Convoy. This video was released along with the "Toy Data File" as a pack-in DVD with the March 2005 issue of ''TV-Kun''.

*'''Toy Data File''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyZRhuuf6Es&t=18]
: ''Notes:'' Galaxy Convoy talks about the abilities of his allies and enemies while their toys demonstrate. Includes Galaxy Convoy, Master Megatron, [[Sideways (Armada)|Noisemaze]], Nitro Convoy, Skids, Autolander, Gasket, Landbullet, [[Dirt Boss (Cybertron)|Inch-Up]], Fang Wolf, [[Undermine (Cybertron)|Dino Shout]], and Flame Convoy. This video was released along with the "Secret File" as a pack-in DVD with the March 2005 issue of ''TV-Kun''.
:''You, go get the ''Transformers Galaxy Force'' toys too!''

==''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]''==
*'''Teaser''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LoJJI5ankhM&t=18]
:Premiered ?? 2007. Same as the English teaser trailer with the text narration and logo switched to Japanese.

[[Image:TF2007 Japanese Trailer 1 Bay & Spielberg.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer #1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FNYrYF-6Es&t=18]
:Premiered ?? 2007. Has an introduction by [[Steven Spielberg]] and [[Michael Bay]] where they speak mostly in English and what Japanese they do speak is not well pronounced. The trailer itself is an edited down (to accommodate the intro no doubt) version of the 1st full length U.S. trailer with the brief scene of [[Sam Witwicky|Sam]] and [[Mikaela Banes|Mikaela]] happening upon a recently crash landed Transformer, every scene between "And Executive Producer Steven Spielberg" and "Most will come to destroy us", and the scene of Sam being questioned by [[Barricade (Movie)|Barricade]] have been removed. The scenes of Sam and Mikaela holding hands and Starscream flying have been flipped. The scenes between [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] jetting and [[Bonecrusher (Movie)|Bonecrusher]] destroying the bus have all been removed except the scene of [[William Lennox|Lennox]] holding [[Jorge Figueroa|Fig]]'s hand. In their place, a scene with [[Scorponok (Movie)|Scorponok]] has been added in. The text narration has been changed to Japanese and Japanese subtitles have been added.

[[Image:TF2007 Transforming Pen Ad.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer #2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXBX7SDF3vA]
:Premiered 26 June 2007. Similar progression of scenes to the first theatrical trailer, but using many new scenes which had not been used in promotional spots up to that point. Features an ad for a Transformers-themed transforming pen at the end of the trailer.

*'''TV spot #1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdtXu9jO6Jg&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. Same as the English language spot "Hidden" with text narration in Japanese. Has the same transforming pen end tag as trailer #2.

[[Image:Movie Blackout SOCCENT.JPG|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Super Event(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yGv0Ycfk-CA]
:Air date ?? July 2007. Same as the English language spot "Everything Changes" with the text narration changed to Japanese. Keeps the English announcer's "Transformers" at the end, albeit with the 's' cut off.
:*'''Super Event(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3XMi8KtWKAU&t=18] - Edited down version of the previous commercial.

*'''Countdown (?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WpS_eLLzwjk&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "What you're about to see, is totally classified." "Dear god, what is this?" "WE'RE UNDER ATTACK!" "We're facing war against a civilization far superior to our own." "Our enemy could take any shape. They could be anywhere." "GO GO GO GO!" "NO NO NO MOVE!" "INCOMING!" "What is that?" "BRING IT!"

*'''Transform(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKBL37awhd8&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "My god." "Cool mom!" Features a clip of Frenzy transforming into Mikaela's cellphone that isn't used in any other promos.
:*'''Transform(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Ni-4eiRM_Q&t=18] - Edited down version of the previous commercial.

*'''Action(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9QH1Y0LPimU&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "My god." Features [[Blackout (Movie)|Blackout]] in [[Mission City]], Scorponok chasing the soldiers, Sam retreating from Barricade, Starscream flying and Sam running from [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]]. Utilizes Linkin Park's "[[What I've Done]]" as background music.

*'''Drama''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3WpTGXC3Zq0]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "We're facing war against a civilization far superior to our own." "Good luck to us all."

[[Image:Steering wheel robot.JPG|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''TV Spot #6''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie08.html]
:Air date ?? July 2007. Has no narration of any kind. Uses a number of scenes not used in other ads including Bumblebee being restrained under [[Hoover Dam]] by [[Sector Seven]], [[Nokia-bot]] knocking itself out, and the [[steering wheel robot]] attacking the socialite.

*'''#1 Movie''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie10.html]
:Air date ?? August 2007. Same as the 15 second version of "Transform" with a caption promote the movie's status as the #1 film in Japan under the opening scenes featuring Frenzy.

*'''#1 Movie version 2''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie11.html]
:Air date ?? August 2007. Same as "Action" with a caption promoting the movie's status as the #1 film in Japan under the scenes of Scorponok chasing the soldiers, Barricade interrogating Sam, Starscream transforming and flying off and Megatron busting through the floor of a building in pursuit of Sam.

*'''#1 Movie version 3''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie12.html]
:Air date ?? August 2007. Same as "Drama" with a caption to promote the movie's status as the #1 film in Japan under the opening scenes.

*'''Transformers: The Game (PS3)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40IodoQRp4E&t=18]
:Air date ?? June 2007. Features clips of Starscream flying under and flipping onto a bridge and the end of [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]]'s first transformation from the [[Transformers (film)|movie]]. Game footage is almost exclusively of fighting or destruction.

[[Image:Core Movie Figures Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Movie toys (Kids)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MlZuLDfOa9I]
: ''Notes:'' This is an edited down and dubbed version of the U.S. "Movie core characters" spot.
:*'''Movie toys (Adult)''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video02.html] - Same as the above commercial but with the "Transformers" sound clip replaced with a similar clip from the Japanese Generation One commercials.

*'''Optimus Prime''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/videosp.html]
: ''Notes:'' The old Japanese "Trans-for-mer!" soundbyte plays before the [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation One]] [[logo]] flips to the movie style logo and scenes from the film are played. Optimus Prime transforms. This was a web only commercial.

*'''Optimus Prime 2''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video03.html]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]] from ''[[The Transformers (cartoon)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!]]''.
: ''Toy segment:'' The "Trans-for-mer!" soundbyte plays before [[Optimus Prime (G1)|G1 Convoy]] transforms next to an inset of his animated Transformation. A [[scene transition]] occurs with the G1 sound effect and the frame flipping to show the movie style logo and a scene from the film. Optimus Prime transforms.
: ''Notes:'' The Optimus Prime transformation is reused from the previous ad. This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

[[Image:TF2007 Bumblebee Japanese Web Ad.jpg|right|200px|thumb|*Yakety Sax plays*]]
*'''Bumblebee''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video04.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumble]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' The Bumble toy is transformed to comedy musical accompaniment before a scene change to 70's Camaro Bumblebee being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

*'''Megatron''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video05.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' The G1 Megatron toy (minus the stock and silencer) is transformed to laid back rock music before a scene change to Movie Megatron being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

*'''Starscream''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video06.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' [[The Transformers Collection]] [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Transformers Collection|version]] of the G1 Starscream toy is transformed to laid back rock music before a scene change to Movie Starscream being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

*'''Autobot Jazz''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video07.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' Meister is transformed to laid back rock music before a scene change to [[Jazz (Movie)|Autobot Jazz]] being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

==''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Transformers: Revenge]]''==
[[Image:rotf-paris.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer 1''' [http://www.tf-revenge.jp/video/]
Premiered ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. teaser trailer but with Japanese text narration and subtitles.

*'''Trailer 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9EyMhtegKoo&t=18]
Premiered 19(?) May 2009. Same as the first full U.S. trailer with Japanese text narration and subtitles.

*'''TV CM1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XjqhJ8AE8eg]
Air date ?? 2009. "It's not over." "BUMBLEBEE!"

[[Image:Ravagerotfteaser.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''TV CM2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AwfJhhq_NeE]
Air date ?? 2009. "You don't stop, you don't hide. You run." "Sam!"

*'''TV CM3''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnWgEIkZn-Q]
Air date ?? 2009. "Aughh!" "Sam!" "WE GOT A WHOLE LOTTA FIGHT COMIN OUR WAY!" "You don't stop, you don't hide. You run."

*'''Web CM1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NqOxzUZtskA]
Online spot released ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. TV spot "Fate" with Japanese subtitles and text narration. Retains the English vocal narration "Transformers. A Michael Bay film."

[[Image:Rotf_t2_egyptpyramids.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Web CM2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nd9E6Om-wto]
Online spot released ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. TV spot "Team Kids" with Japanese subtitles and text narration. The English vocal narration is retained with the line "Only one team... will transform your summer" changed to "Only one team... will transform your world."

*'''Web CM3''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jvMOYAVK3k8]
Online spot released ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. TV Spot "Destiny" with Japanese subtitles and text narration. Retains the English vocal narration at the end.

*'''ROTF on TV Asahi''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2skqfPqKoQ&t=18]
: ''Notes:'' 15 second ad for the ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen]]'' film airing at 10 on TV Asahi. Features [[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]] busting out of Sam's garage and [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]] hanging onto [[Demolishor (ROTF)|Demolishor]]. The narration has had a heavy flanging effect applied to it.
[[Image:Japanese ROTF Toy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]

*'''Movie Characters and Gravity Bots''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rtuvvm2dUok&t=18]
: ''Toy segment:'' Megatron and the Decepticons attack a city. Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] and [[Sideswipe (Movie)|Sideswipe]] roll to the rescue! Optimus Prime transforms and shows off his [[Dual Energon Swords]]. The end segment shows two individuals demonstrating the transformations of [[Gravity Bot]]s Optimus Prime and Bumblebee.
: ''Notes:'' Includes a brief clip from the movie of Bumblebee firing his cannon.
{{-}}

==[[Transformers Animated (cartoon)#Japanese release|Transformers Animated]]==
*'''15-second commercial''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHz9fIwn6Hg] (March [[2010]])
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 1"
: ''Narration:'' [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus Prime]] ([[Hiroki Takahashi]])
: ''Hello, good children, are all of you well? I am Optimus Prime. I'm an Autobot leader who fights for the sake of protecting peace.'' Transformers Animated ''begins on April 3 at 8am.''

*'''30-second commercial after ''[[Rescue Fire|Tomica Hero: Rescue Fire]]''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s epilogue''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVe33iVGoCk] ([[March 26]], [[2010]])
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 1"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus Prime, [[Bumblebee (Animated)|Bumblebee]] ([[Daisuke Kishio]]), [[Megatron (Animated)|Megatron]] ([[Norio Wakamoto]])
: Bumblebee: *sigh*''Rescue Fire''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s over...
: Optimus: ''Rescue Fire'' sure was fun.
: Bumblebee: I loved Ritsuka-chan.
: Optimus: Everyone, ''Rescue Fire'' may be over, but next week ''Transformers Animated'' starts!
: Bumblebee: You'll all watch, right?
: Megatron: If you don't, I'm haunting your dreams.
: Optimus: It's you, Megatron!
: Megatron: What's the matter, Optimus Prime?
: Bumblebee: What are you here for?!
: Megatron: To promote the show!
: Optimus: Then, just this once, let's shake hands
: Megatron: I refuse. ''Transformers Animated''! Be sure to watch!
: Optimus: That should my line!
: Bumblebee: You'll watch, right?!

{{note|The commercials below are the online previews that differ slightly from their on-air version in terms of what's spoken by whom.}}

*'''''[[Transform and Roll Out|The Heroes Are Called Autobots]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 3]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10269744] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 2"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, [[Bulkhead (Animated)|Ironhide]] ([[Kenta Miyake]])
: Bumblebee: I'm Bumblebee! Oh slag! There's a big monster on the rampage, Ironhide! ("big" = "dekai" でかい or "dekkai" でっかい)
: Ironhide: Big is Hokkaido! Hokkaido is big! (''Dekkaido wa Hokkaidō! Hokkaidō wa dekkaido!'')
: Bumblebee: ''Transformers Animated'' on [[April 10]], Saturday, at 8am!

*'''''[[Transform and Roll Out|Secret of the AllSpark]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 10]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10340849] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 3"
: ''Narration:'' [[Starscream (Animated)|Starscream]] ([[Jin Yamanoi]])

*'''''[[Sound and Fury|The Great Sound Wave Operation]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 17]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10414077] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Sound and Fury]]"
: ''Narration:'' Megatron

*'''''[[The Thrill of the Hunt|Don't Wipe Away the Memories]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 24]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10487880] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[The Thrill of the Hunt]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus

*'''''[[Home Is Where the Spark Is|The Immortal Megatron]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 30]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10565793] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Home Is Where the Spark Is]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus and Ironhide
: Optimus: Try saying "Transformers Animated" very fast!
: Ironhide: Transformers Animated! Transformers Animated! Transformers Animated! Transformers Anima-pukka! Eh-heh...
: Optimus: "Transformers Animated!"
: Ironhide: Said it.

*'''''[[Total Meltdown|Challenge of the Burning Giant]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 7]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10647723] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Total Meltdown]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Meltdown (Animated)|Prometheus Black]] ([[Fumihiko Tachiki]])

*'''''[[Blast from the Past|Birth of the Dinobots!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 15]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10723545] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Blast from the Past]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus

*'''''[[Nanosec (episode)|Trap Time]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 22]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10800404] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Nanosec (episode)|Nanosec]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Nanosec]] ([[Takehito Koyasu]]), Bumblebee, Ratchet

*'''''[[Along Came a Spider|Shadow of the Spider-Woman]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 29]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10878866] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Along Came a Spider]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus

*'''''[[Lost and Found (episode)|Fierce Battle at the Bottom of the Lake]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 5]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10956385] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Lost and Found (episode)|Lost and Found]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Blitzwing (Animated)|Blitzwing]] ([[Yūichi Nagashima]])

*'''''[[Survival of the Fittest|Showdown! Dinobots]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 12]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11038363] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Survival of the Fittest]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Grimlock (Animated)|Grimlock]] ([[Keiji Fujiwara]]), [[Swoop (Animated)|Swoop]] ([[Nobuo Tobita]]), [[Snarl (Animated)|Snarl]]

*'''''[[Headmaster (episode)|Rein in the Headmaster!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 19]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11110782] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Headmaster (episode)|Headmaster]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Sari Sumdac (Animated)|Sari Sumdac]] ([[Satomi Akesaka]]), Bumblebee, Ironhide, Prowl, Ratchet, Optimus Prime

*'''''[[Megatron Rising - Part 1|Megatron's Resurrection, Part 1]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 26]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11187052] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Megatron Rising - Part 1]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Megatron Rising - Part 2|Megatron's Resurrection, Part 2]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 3]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11260494] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Megatron Rising - Part 2]]"
: ''Narration:'' Blitzwing, [[Lugnut (Animated)|Lugnut]] ([[Kentarō Itō]])

*'''''[[The Elite Guard|Elite Guard]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 10]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11336980] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[The Elite Guard]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Sentinel Prime (Animated)|Sentinel]] ([[Junichi Suwabe]]), [[Jazz (Animated)|Jazz]] ([[Hideo Ishikawa]])

*'''''[[The Return of the Headmaster|Headmaster, Once Again!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 17]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11462952] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[The Return of the Headmaster]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Headmaster (Animated)|Henry Masterson]] ([[Kōsuke Okano]])

*'''''[[Mission Accomplished|Blast-Extinguishing Complete!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 24]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11493428] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Mission Accomplished]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, Optimus

*'''''[[Garbage In, Garbage Out|Wreck-Gar's Rampage]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 31]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11576565] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Garbage In, Garbage Out]]"
: ''Narration:'' Ratchet, [[Arcee (Animated)|Arcee]] ([[Ayahi Takagaki]])

*'''''[[Velocity (episode)|Ratings Race!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 7]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11660442] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Velocity (episode)|Velocity]]"
: ''Narration:'' Megatron

*'''''[[A Fistful of Energon|Increasing Enemies]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 14]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11744858] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[A Fistful of Energon]]"
: ''Narration:'' Lugnut, Blitzwing

*'''''[[SUV: Society of Ultimate Villainy|Swindle's Scheme]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 21]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11827215] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[SUV: Society of Ultimate Villainy]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Autoboot Camp|Double Agent]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 28]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11907088] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Autoboot Camp]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Black Friday (episode)|Heart of the Spider-woman]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 4]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11988049] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Black Friday (episode)|Black Friday]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Blackarachnia (Animated)|Blackarachnia]] ([[Ryōka Yuzuki]])

*'''''[[A Bridge Too Close, Part I|Respective Expectations]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 11]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12067298] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[A Bridge Too Close, Part I]]"
: ''Narration:'' Blitzwing, [[Blurr (Animated)|Blurr]] ([[Takahiro Sakurai]])

*'''''[[A Bridge Too Close, Part II|Enormous Power]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 18]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12143967] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[A Bridge Too Close, Part II]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, Ratchet

*'''''[[TransWarped#Part I|Sari's Secret]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 25]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12221102] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[TransWarped#Part I|TransWarped]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus]] [[Tesshō Genda|Prime]], Optimus Prime

*'''''[[TransWarped#Part II|Sari, Transform!?]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 2]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12295088] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[TransWarped#Part II|TransWarped]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee

*'''''[[TransWarped#Part III|Megatron's Invasion]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 9]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12368592] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[TransWarped#Part III|TransWarped]]"
: ''Narration:'' Sentinel, Jazz

*'''''[[Three's a Crowd|The Stubborn Dirt Boss]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 16]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12444511] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Three's a Crowd]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Where Is Thy Sting?|Wasp's Revenge]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 23]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12517851] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Where Is Thy Sting?]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, Ratchet

[[Image:Japanese_Animated_Wave1Toys_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Olé!"]]
*'''First Eleven figures''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MlspqsUXvQg]
: ''Toy segment:'' Optimus Prime and his crew of Autobots race down a city street to confront Megatron, [[Blackarachnia (Animated)|Blackarachnia]], Starscream, and... [[Lockdown (Animated)|Lockdown]]? Again? Then [[Cliffjumper (Animated)|Cliffjumper]] and [[Dirge (Animated)|Dirge]] pop up out of nowhere for the static end shot. Ooookay.

*'''"Animated" airing on {{w|Cartoon Network (Japan)|Cartoon Network Japan}}''' [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10864079] (Account required)
: Commercial for "Transformers Animated" to air on Japan's Cartoon Network starting on [[June 5]], 2010, at 6:30AM and 4:00PM. Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]]."

*'''DVD Vol. 1 Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ZEYECLvVZs]
: Tells the back story of ''Transformers Animated'', linking it to the 2007 movie. Includes footage of the Autobots working on a [[space bridge]] from "[[Transform and Roll Out]]", and the [[Transformers Evo.|Japanese intro]] to the series. Promotion of the Japanese DVD's release on [[August 6]], [[2010]], from [http://dvd.paramount.jp/tfa/ Paramount Japan's site]. Also promotes [[Sega]]'s arcade games "[[Transformers Animated: The Chase]]" and [[Transformers Animated: The Shooting]]", as well the limited mail-away prize gold-plated Deluxe Earth-mode Optimus Prime.
: ''The world will change. The future will be created...''

== [[Transformers United]] ==
*'''Transformers United DVD CM''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EejvhYAGCzE]
: A three minute promo featuring the first ten Transformers United toys. The transformations are shown being done by hand, rather than being filmed in stop motion as they usually are for Japanese commercials.

== [[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (franchise)|Transformers/Dark Side Moon]] ==
*'''MechTech Wars''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ev-uiIy_tmw]
: A promo for the Japanese exclusive [[MechTech Wars]] game. The features of the cards used in the game are highlighted along with ability to use them to play with your computer, cellphone or a game terminal. Some battle footage from the game is shown as well.

== [[Transformers: Prime (franchise)|Transformers: Prime]] ==
*'''Arms Microns''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nzuLjWMkyNU]
: [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]], [[Soundwave (WFC)]] and [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] swoop in to confront [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]], [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]], [[Bulkhead (Prime)|Bulkhead]] and [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] as they drive on a desert road. Megatron transforms and uses [[Gora]] to clash with Optimus Prime and [[O.P.]].
: ''Notes:'' This ad is mostly stop-motion animation using the toys but the fly-in of the Decepticons appears to be CGI.

== [[Transformers GT: Mission GT-R (franchise)|Transformers GT]] ==
*'''"Transformers GT is here!!"''' [https://youtu.be/gv4fu9HhpGY]
{{stub}}

== [[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|Transformers: Lost Age]] ==
{{note|In addition to the Japan only trailer below, there were also Japanese subtitled versions of the English teaser and payoff trailers.}}

*'''Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7SGuehFY9o]
: Uploaded [[April 24]] [[2014]]. Similar to the first Japanese trailer for ''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]'', this one begins with an introduction by a famous American associated with the film. Instead of [[Steven Spielberg]] and [[Michael Bay]], this time it's new lead actor [[Mark Wahlberg]]. Unlike his predecessors, he speaks only English. This is accompanied by Japanese subtitles. The remainder of the trailer is a heavily edited down version of the US trailer with most of the footage unique to that trailer (i.e. the footage not found in the first two US commercials) removed. Notable exceptions are the brief scene with [[Tessa Yeager|Tessa]]'s "Dad, you can't keep spending money on junk" voice over, the pan past [[Lucas Flannery]] to Optimus Prime and the scene of a Stinger transforming in front of Bumblebee.

*'''Overdubbed Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AkoLCH1yXLA]
: Uploaded [[July 3]], 2014. A 48 second mini-trailer using dubbed footage instead of subtitled footage like the first trailer. It is soundtracked with the [[Imagine Dragons]] song "[[Battle Cry]]".

*'''Destroyer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KXTQl-Cn1U]
: Uploaded [[July 1]], 2014 with the [[Commercial/Age of Extinction#TV tie-in Commercials|ESPN "Future of Soccer" ad]]. Uploaded [[July 2]] on it's own. A slightly modified version of the [[Commercial/Age of Extinction#TV spots|English language Destroyer ad]] with Tessa's "Help me!" line removed and the clip of her being caught by Bumblebee extended. This ad has English audio with subtitles.
:*'''Destroyer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_j93fLJxkhQ] (15 sec) - An edited down version of the previous ad.

*'''Desperate Situation''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkjaLWLWhMQ]
: Uploaded [[July 2]], 2014. English audio for the movie clips with Japanese subtitles. "This is not war." "Help me!" "Tessa!" "It's human extinction." "Bumblebee!" "You gotta have faith Prime, maybe not in who we are" "OH MY GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD!" "but who we can be."
:*'''Desperate Situation''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nPPlGYyb5cw] (15 sec) - An edited down version of the previous ad with Japanese audio for the movie clips.

*'''Fate''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrMV03wO-Kc]
: Uploaded July 2, 2014. English audio for the movie clips with Japanese subtitles. "Humans are hunting us, but a greater threat is coming." "He needs our help." "Why are you willing to help me?" "Because you trust me to." "Autobots, roll out!" "Promise me you're gonna keep her safe. Promise me!" "We are all targets now."
:*'''Fate''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLD8Ko8rc3Q] (15 sec) - An edited down version of the previous ad.

*'''Autobot Dispatch!''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QiGX_lSJ-Mo]
:Uploaded [[July 11]], 2014. Uses Japanese audio for the movie clips.

*'''Hurry to Theaters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPgiYmsV3U8]
: Uploaded [[July 22]], 2014. Uses Japanese audio for the movie clips.

*'''Dinosaur Extinction!''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gInzvZ2PCt4]
:Uploaded [[July 27]], 2014. Narration is in Japanese, movie clip audio is in English. "What is that?"

*'''New Dimension 3D''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yS90eyzi01U]
: Uploaded July 27, 2014. "We are all targets now." "They're here."

*'''3D Attraction''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRWM4sXsL9I]
: Uploaded [[August 3]], 2014. Japanese narration with English clips. "Whoa, whoa whoa!" "Bumblebee!"

*'''Movie Advanced Series dio story''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcqwW-G8XUQ]
: Uploaded [[May 20]], 2014. Earth is shown floating in space. This is followed by [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Leader Class toys 5|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Deluxe Class|Classic Bumblebee]] and [[Crosshairs (AOE)#Generations|Crosshairs]] transforming and rolling out from some rocky looking area. The Dinobots, [[Grimlock (AOE)#Voyager Class toys|Grimlock]], [[Slug (AOE)#Generations|Slug]] and [[Scorn#Generations|Scorn]] stomp around a similar looking area until meeting up with the Autobots. The Autobots transform to robot mode, which seems to enrage the Dinobots. The Dinobots charge the Autobots and knock them down. Prime manages to get back up, prompting the Dinobots to transform to robot mode themselves. Prime and Grimlock charge and collide in battle, leading to Optimus delivering a final blow. The blow prompts Grimlock to decide to shake hands with Optimus and be friends. The remainder of the trailer highlights the first seventeen ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (toyline)#Movie Advanced Series|Movie Advanced Series]]'' figures, grouped by movie of origin.

*'''Lost Age Series dio story''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYyChG7lga0]
: Uploaded [[July 9]], [[2014]]. Advertises mostly the One Step Changers, but also [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Age of Extinction|Battle Command Optimus Prime]], [[Grimlock (AOE)#Flip .26 Change|Big Grimlock]], [[Scorn#Robots in Disguise|Battle Attack Scorn]] and [[Strafe (AOE)#Robots in Disguise|Battle Attack Strafe]]. [[Lockdown (ROTF)#OneStepChanger|Lockdown]] is driving down a desert-ish road when he decides to stop and transform. This prompts the Autobots (except for Prime), who were driving the other direction the road, to stop and transform as well. [[Drift (AOE)#OneStepChanger|Drift]], [[Crosshairs (AOE)#OneStepChanger|Crosshairs]], [[Grimlock (AOE)#OneStepChanger|Grimlock]], and [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#OneStepChanger|Bumblebee]] all stand on top of Prime's trailer, which he has deployed into a battle station. The Autobots unleash a massive barrage of gunfire at Lockdown without making a dent. Lockdown returns the favor by blasting away the trailer and all the Autobots save Prime, who's still sitting there in truck mode. Optimus finally transforms and destroys Lockdown with a slash of his sword. The trailer ends with each of first eleven Lost Age Series toys being highlighted.

*'''Lost Age Series''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46xmW47iyfA]
: Uploaded [[July 24]], 2014. Battle Command Optimus Prime is driving along a desert road in the American southwest. Bumblebee and Drift deploy from Prime's trailer so that he can [[to sell toys|transform to robot mode for no real reason whatsoever]]. Bumblebee and Drift then follow suit and transform to their robot modes. This is followed by Hound, who was apparently there the whole time unseen, transforming. Lockdown then transforms on a black grid floating somewhere up in the clouds. Bumblebee then jumps on Prime's back before being replaced by his trailer, which is now in backpack mode. The end shot shows Optimus Prime and all the One Step Changers.

:*'''Lost Age Series (Version 2)'''
:Similar to the commercial above, and it includes an end tag of the Strongest Tag Team set (Battle Command Optimus Prime & High Octane Bumblebee).

== [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 cartoon)|Transformers Adventure]] ==

{{stub|TV spots, Trailers}}

*'''Transformers Adventure series premiere''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzMs8rzjIN4]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Pilot (Part 1)|Beginning of a New Adventure]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] ([[Ryōhei Kimura]])

*'''Transformers Adventure Series'''
: Uploaded [[March 5]], [[2015]].

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*'''Easy Dynamic Series'''
: Uploaded [[March 5]], [[2015]].

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[[File:TAV21-Optimus-Prime-Commercial.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''TAV21 Optimus Prime'''
: Uploaded [[June 30]], [[2015]].

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*'''TAV33 Optimus Prime Supreme Mode arrives!'''
: Uploaded [[October 27]], [[2015]].

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*'''TAV50 Hyper Surge Optimus Prime'''
: Uploaded [[June 14]], [[2016]].

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[[Category:Commercials|Japan]]

==[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (franchise)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]==

*'''Transformers Siege''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6zBL8_YhWE]
: Uploaded [[September 14]], [[2019]].

==''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (franchise)|Transformers: Beast Awakening]]''==

*'''"PUI PUI Molcar" × Movie "Transformers / Beast Awakening" Special Collaboration Video''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWLDMCNy44M]
: Uploaded [[July 7]], [[2023]].

:Earth's Strongest Beast, [[Potato]], joins the fight against the forces of [[Unicron]]!

==References==
{{reflist}}

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[[Image:ScrambleCityCommercialBattle.jpg|right|300px|thumb|The toy battle of your childhood dreams.]]
The uniqueness of American [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation 1]] Transformers commercials helped the line become a cultural phenomenon in the U.S. By contrast, [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s G1 commercials, or "'''CM'''"s, were considerably more generic. Commercials for ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers]]'' and ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 (toyline)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010]]'' have a distinctive Gregorian style "Trans-for-mer" chant at the end of them, but there was not much else to set them apart from other mecha toy commercials. They made use of the same type of stop motion animation that was used not only in commercials for Takara's Transformers predecessors ''[[Micro Change]]'' and ''[[Diaclone]]'' but for various other mecha toys including ''{{w|Gundam}}'', ''{{w|Voltron|GoLion}}'', and even as far back as 1975 for ''{{w|Himitsu Sentai Goranger}}''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s toyline. The stop motion style of commercial is still used by TakaraTomy as evidenced by the advertising for ''[[Transformers Animated (toyline)|Transformers Animated]]''.

Curiously, Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers and Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 commercials (even some of those not re-using US commercial footage) made use of several variations of the US [[theme song]]s, despite the fact that said theme songs were not used for the Japanese dubs of the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|cartoon]]. A few variants were even recorded specifically for the Japanese commercials, such as the one used in the first Airbots and Stuntrons ad. Later on, ''[[Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers|Beast Wars]]'' and ''[[Super Lifeform Transformers: Beast Wars Metals (franchise)|Beast Wars Metals]]'' ads would also make use of the theme song from their American counterpart.

Historically, Takara's advertising strategy has been to cover the entire toyline in some way, shape or form. This has resulted in some commercials where the toys get the bum's rush, staying on screen just long enough to show off both modes. The Beast Era has several egregious examples, in particular one ad that covers Scuba, Tasmania Kid, Big Horn, Apache, Dirge, Thrust, Starscream, BB, Megastorm and all four Autorollers for a grand total of thirteen toys! The whole line philosophy has been maintained as recently as the ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Car Robots]]'' line.

In addition to toy commercials, Takara has also advertised via promotional videos, which occasionally offered as magazine or DVD extras, that tease an upcoming series or give supplemental information. Commercials for [[Japanese themes|music singles and soundtracks]] for the various series have also aired on TV, possibly as early as ''[[Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers|Beast Wars]]''. And of course there's the commercials for ''Beast Wars'' [[Beast Wars II Sausage|sausages]]. [[Beast Wars Neo Sausage|Really]]. We wouldn't lie to you.

==Generation 1==

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (franchise)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers]]===
[[Image:Japanese_1985_Toyline_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Class of '85]]
*'''Toyline''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhQAEoxLx3A]
: ''Toy segment:'' A presumably crystal castle of unknown location and origin, holding [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]] trapped within, dissolves into thin air. Somewhere else, the [[Autobot|Cybertron]] forces spread apart to reveal a rising and not-dissolved Convoy. The [[Decepticon|Destron]] forces do the same for [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]. [[Skywarp (G1)|Warp]] and [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]] fire shots which collide in a midair explosion.
: ''Notes:'' A red [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumble]] and yellow [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliff]] are used.

*'''Convoy & Megatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ip1DDdgBoSk]
: ''Notes:'' This is a dubbed version of the American ad with some of the animation removed. The theme song is undubbed.
:*'''Convoy & Megatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQFKYlBjWDc] - Edited-down version of the previous commercial.

*'''Secret Emblem''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S02wWba6ICc]
: ''Notes:'' Uses clips from the American [[rubsign]] ad (with some reordering) mixed with clips from the "Toyline" commercial.

[[Image:Dinobots_and_Buildrons_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Dinobots & Buildrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BnE7s4SiZgY]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] and [[Constructicon (G1)|Buildtrons]] square off on an ice planet in the middle of a solar eclipse.

*'''Laserwave''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yU7W-GniMuQ]
: ''Notes:'' This commercial is the [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave/Laserwave]] segments of the U.S. "Jetfire & Shockwave" ad dubbed over. Naturally, the [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]] segments were dropped due to Takara's legal inability to sell the [[Bandai]]-owned Jetfire mold in the Japanese market. Includes an end tag for the [[Devastator (G1)|Devastor giftset]].

*'''Soundwave''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eICgREXfI0Y]
: ''Notes:'' Same as the U.S. [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] ad with the narration and kids dubbed over.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 (franchise)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010]]===
*'''[[Kabaya]] Standard kits''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQIKMSakKo8]
: ''Toy segment:'' Kits for [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]], [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]], and [[Blitzwing (G1)|Blitzwing]] are shown stop-motion transforming. Shots of the [[Blaster (G1)|Broadcast]], [[Frenzy (G1)|Frenzy]], [[Ravage (G1)|Jaguar]] and [[Silverbolt (G1)|Silverbolt]] kits in one mode fade into shots of their other mode.
: ''Notes:'' The Jaguar kit is shown in flipped colors that are accurate to the original toy instead of the final production colors.

*'''Airbots & Stuntrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-wNbtmI-OUw]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Aerialbot (G1)|Airbots]] take off from [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroflex]] and fly over a desert. They all transform to robot mode and then combine into Superion. [[Fireflight (G1)|Firebolt]] and [[Air Raid (G1)|Air Rider]] disconnect, rotate diagonally around [[Superion (G1)|Superion]]'s torso, and then reconnect as his right arm and left leg, respectively. Meanwhile, the [[Stunticon (G1)|Stuntrons]] have been driving in the desert below. They too transform to robot mode before combining into [[Menasor (G1)|Menasor]]. [[Dead End (G1)|Dead End]] and [[Drag Strip (G1)|Drag Stripe]] disconnect and rotate around Menasor's torso to become his left and right arm, respectively.
:''Scramble Power!''
:*'''Airbots & Stuntrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4j5LOYF5qhY] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Airbots & Stuntrons 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3kuIs4qHPus]
: ''Notes:'' Combines animation and footage from the U.S. Stunticons and Aerialbots commercial with footage from the Airbots and Stuntrons ad, along with a new clip of the Stuntrons designed to be a parallel to the segment where squares flip to reveal the individual Airbots.

[[Image:Magnus_and_Galvatron_Japanese_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|For red eyes, Clear Eyes is awesome.]]
*'''Ultra Magnus & Galvatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZC7nvSDY8Y]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] drives through the desert carrying Silverbolt while [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] fires on him from an overlooking cliff in cannon mode. Silverbolt takes off from Magnus's trailer, prompting Galvatron to transform to robot mode. Ultra Magnus transforms just in time to receive a REALLY ineffective flying clothesline from Galvatron.
: ''Notes:'' This is the same desert in which the previous commercial took place. Whatever celestial body this desert is on, it's in very close proximity to a ringed planet. Galvatron's cannon blasts are marked by explosions occurring near Magnus, accompanied by laser blast sounds from the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|cartoon]]. There's also a lighting effect that seems to have an external source, rather than Galvatron's own light-up gimmick. Ultra Magnus's eyes light up red despite the toy not having that ability.
:*'''Ultra Magnus & Galvatron''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/sc5.mpg] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Ultra Magnus & Galvatron 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0HD_DM2TrMg]
: ''Notes:'' Combines the animation from the U.S. Ultra Magnus and Galvatron commercial with toy footage from the first Japanese ad. The scene of Galvatron firing on Magnus has had a visual laser effect added to it.

*'''Convoy is dead! campaign short (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン篇)''' aka '''2010 debut promo?''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEWF48ZGHWE]
: Several helicopters lift the sparking corpse of Convoy above [[Manhattan]].<ref name="TheAnime1986-12">ジ・アニメ 1986年12月号 VOL.85 (''The Anime'' December 1986 issue)</ref> Down below, a crowd of onlookers chant his name. This leads to a teary-eyed boy yelling "Convoy!"
:''Notes:'' Silhouettes of [[Hot Rod (G1)|Rodimus Convoy]] and other 2010 toys are shown. The end looks like it indicates it will begin airing sometime in November of that year. The campaign spot was later included on the ''[[The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix]]'' VHS and the [[Transformers: Kiss Players (franchise)|''Kiss Players'' franchise]] later heavily referenced the events of this campaign short.
:*'''Convoy is dead! campaign short (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン篇)''' aka '''2010 debut promo?''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CzrGRA_xw2o] - Edited down from the previous commercial.
:*'''Convoy is dead! campaign short (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン篇)''' aka '''2010 debut promo?''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3739snUos4k] - A slightly different ending which looks like it gives a specific airing date of November 14th of that year

*'''Rodimus Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0rMnIf4ugvE]
: ''Animation:'' Rodimus Convoy vs Galvatron from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''.
: ''Toy segment:'' Rodimus Convoy drives through a canyon before transforming to face off with Galvatron in front of [[Kup (G1)|Cher]].
: ''Notes:'' The animation in this commercial is quite likely the first time ever that any part of the movie had been publicly shown in Japan.
:*'''Rodimus Convoy'''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fA9A8cuM9s4] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

[[Image:Animatrons_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Thunder, thunder, thunder, thunder CATS!]]
*'''Animatrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9a8nhvWixo8]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the U.S. Predacons commercial.
: ''Toy segment:'' A [[Unicron|ginormous]] Galvatron looms over the [[Decepticon|Destron]] forces. He then fires at the [[Autobot|Cybertron]] emblem from the [[scene transition]], destroying it. The [[Predacon (G1)|Animatrons]] transform from their animal modes to their robot modes and then combine into [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]].
:*'''Animatrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzFdRRXafgs] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Metroflex''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vt0eoAsDA1w]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobot]]s are shown departing from Metroflex's desert location. Elsewhere in the desert, the [[Combaticon (G1)|Combatrons]] are roaming around. Both teams combine and display their [[Scramble Power]] before meeting up with Superion and Menasor. Metroflex transforms to his mobile battle station mode and then robot mode. His shadow is seen looming over the [[combiner]]s before he rises in full view behind [[Slammer]], [[Scamper]] and [[Six-Gun]].
:*'''Metroflex''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0Iaoy8rOaY] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Metroflex, Airbots & Stuntrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDL6llPKk0M]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the American Aerialbots and Stunticons ad and the Metroplex/Combaticons ad.
: ''Toy segment:'' Scenes of Metroflex transforming and rising up, reused from the previous ad.

*'''Metroflex & Dinosaurer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_hzEGFYXSM]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the American Protectobots/Trypticon ad and the Metroplex/Combaticons ad.
: ''Toy segment:'' Metroflex transforming and rising, reused from the Metroflex ad, and a montage of Dinosaurer's various modes, reused from the American ad.
: ''Notes:'' Both versions of this ad finish with an end tag for a [[decoy|Transformers board game]].
:*'''Metroflex & Dinosaurer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ltfg62cuubQ] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

[[Image:Japanese_Watch_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|''Watch'' this!]]
*'''Watches''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7JsM3B7vOQQ]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the U.S. ads for Ultra Magnus & Galvatron and Aerialbots & Stunticons.
: ''Toy segment:'' An [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Generation 1 2|Ultra Magnus watch]] appears on the wrist of an unknown human individual. The human subsequently flips the watch into its robot mode. Watches for [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Generation 1 2|Galvatron]] and then [[Superion (G1)#Merchandise|Superion]] have their transformations demonstrated.

*'''Scramble City line''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFExuvTTyq0]
: ''Toy segment:'' Metroflex rises up from somewhere to join Slammer, Scamper and Six-Gun. Cut to a shot where we pan up to see [[Trypticon (G1)|Dinosaurer]] sitting in city mode on a plateau. After cuts to shots of Dinosaurer's dinosaur and mobile battle station modes, we see Ultra Magnus's eyes glowing red. Galvatron transforms and performs a weak flying clothesline. Superion and Menasor face off, then Bruticus and [[Defensor (G1)|Guardian]] demonstrate their Scramble Power. Menasor and Bruticus go to meet up somewhere before returning to take on Superion and Guardian. The Cybertron forces stand in a row to face off against the Destrons, who are also standing in a line, as [[Laserbeak (G1)|Condor]] and [[Buzzsaw (G1)|Buzzsaw]] swoop overhead. The whole scene is rather surreal, as the toys stand there statically while explosions go off all around them.
: ''Notes:'' An instrumental version of [[Transformer (song)|"Transformer"]] plays in the background.

*'''[[Transformers: Mystery of Convoy]] game''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_lHEfl5oPI]
: ''Notes:'' Combines animation from the U.S. Ultra Magnus toy commercial with actual game footage.

*'''Cybertron Triple Changers and Octane''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XB8VbWlccwM]
: ''Animation:'' Sandstorm and Broadside transforming, reused from the American ad; excerpt of Springer transforming from robot to helicopter taken from ''The Transformers: The Movie''.
: ''Toy segment:'' Springer flies, then drives over rocky terrain before transforming. Broadside and Sandstorm transform via split-screen slide show, then join up with Springer. Octane flies, then drives through a different rocky terrain and then transforms. All four cycle through their modes on yet another type of rocky terrain.
:*'''Cybertron Triple Changers and Octane''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNJEgFXpuTw] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)#1987 .28The Headmasters.29|The Headmasters]]===
[[Image:Headmasters_Targetmaster_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvJeATp31dw "AUUUUGHHHHHHHH!"]]]
*'''Targetmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vrZQ37l1svI]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Artfire]], [[Ricochet (Headmasters)|Stepper]], [[Crosshairs (G1)|Crosshairs]], [[Sureshot (G1)|Sureshot]] and [[Pointblank|Blanker]] drive through a desert while [[Misfire (G1)|Misfire]] flies overhead. The Cybertrons' [[Targetmaster (technology)|Targetmaster]] partners jump off a nearby cliff to join the Targetmaster Cybertrons, who have transformed.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag promoting [[Pretender]] [[Lander]].
:*'''Targetmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2of_IBzcrts] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Trainbots''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3o2EwUrmr8]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Trainbot]]s zoom along their rails in pairs until all six fly off the rails towards each other to form [[Raiden]].
:*'''Trainbots''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rgj9gY9r1c8] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Headmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pdJ7-BNyo4U]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Chromedome (G1)|Chromedome]] departs from a desert base and meets up with [[Hardhead (G1)|Hardhead]], [[Brainstorm (G1)|Brainstorm]] and [[Highbrow (G1)|Highbrow]]. They head towards the Destron [[Headmaster (technology)|Headmaster]]s [[Skullcruncher (G1)|Skull]], [[Weirdwolf (G1)|Weirdwolf]], and [[Mindwipe (G1)|Wipe]]. Chromedome transforms to robot mode, with his chest panel flipped down to reveal his stats.
:*'''Headmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ezM3eVS9iRg] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Fortress Maximus and Mega Zarak''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KcRuIhnp30]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Scorponok (G1)|Mega Zarak]] walks through the desert in scorpion mode, grabbing [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]] as the latter flies overhead. Fortress Maximus gets himself loose and transforms into robot mode. Zarak remains in scorpion mode and fires ineffectively while Fortress Maximus slashes him with the [[Master Sword]].
:*'''Fortress Maximus and Mega Zarak''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVb1U2WBzc8] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Sixshot''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_8No9I5amY]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Sixshot (G1)|Sixshot]] lands on a planet, then has his various modes counted off.
: ''Notes:'' Strangely enough, the counting is done in English.
:*'''Sixshot''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sT8F9HN0YY0] - Edited down from previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)#1988 .28Super-God Masterforce.29|Super-God Masterforce]]===
[[Image:Metalhawk_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-bi71LG38w Dum dum, dum dum...]]]
*'''Pretenders''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAInPPXjbcY]
: ''Toy segment:'' A set of very large doors swings open to reveal [[Metalhawk (G1)|Metalhawk]], who stomps forward for a bit before being confronted by the Destron Pretenders [[Blood]], [[Dauros]] and [[Gilmer]]. Metalhawk splits from his Pretender shell and swoops down at the Destrons.
:*'''Pretenders''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9S81sj_uOs] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Super Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNffM_wO0_Y]
: ''Toy segment:'' Ginrai drives down a street, only to have Buster and Hydra pop up and take pot shots at him. Ginrai responds by transforming into [[Ginrai (human)|Super Ginrai]] and firing at Buster and Hydra as they fly by.
: ''Notes:'' This commercial takes place in the same area as the previous one. Ginrai apparently has difficulty with moving targets, as he misses at least twice before ''possibly'' landing some shots.
:*'''Super Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZfjiE0X1IA] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''God Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9T-c02PiOM]
: ''Toy segment:'' Ginrai drives out of a city while towing [[Godbomber]], then transforms into [[Ginrai (human)|God Ginrai]] for [[To sell toys|some reason]].
:*'''God Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HLLcDtoYek4] - Edited down from previous commercial.

[[Image:Darkwings_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"We are the terrors that flap in the night! We are the GPS that threatens your Mega Zarak."]]
*'''Buster and Hydra''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJpFShl-i2A]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Hydra (G1)|Hydra]] and [[Buster (G1)|Buster]] pop up on top of skyscraper to see [[Ginrai (human)|Ginrai]] driving down the road. They swoop down in their separate jet modes before combining.

*'''Overlord''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i6Ss8O_dlhY]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Overlord (G1)|Overlord]] tank component rolls through a ruined city while the jet component flies towards the tank component. [[Mega]] and [[Giga]] show up to combine the components into Overlord's robot mode.
:*'''Overlord''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8h6c3WEOrVk] - Edited down from previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Victory (toyline)|Victory]]===
[[Image:Victory_Leo_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Trini, fearless and agile. The Sabertooth Tiger Dinozord will be under your command."]]
*'''Victory Leo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2Jt11bddBw]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Ginrai (robot)|Victory Leo]] runs through a war zone before transforming to robot mode.

*'''Star Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9gms4I3kLA]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Star Saber (G1)|Star Saber]] flies through an icy wasteland before transforming to robot mode.
: ''Notes:'' Some airings of this commercial included an end tag for [[Deathsaurus (G1)|Deszaras]].
:*'''Star Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ahqW2bUSJew] - Edited down from previous commercial.
:*'''Star Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLDPixwU0sY] - Edited down from previous commercial, without Deszaras ending.

*'''Victory Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rr7OirYLFCw]
: ''Toy segment:'' Victory Leo runs through a war zone before transforming to robot mode. Star Saber is there too, and they combine into [[Star Saber (G1)|Victory Saber]].
:*'''Victory Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjOCTcKzmsE] - Edited down from previous commercial.

[[Image:Brainmasters_2_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Brainmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELXsyPBq-9Y]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Blacker]], [[Laster]] and [[Braver]] drive through a desert. Blacker transforms to robot mode, then the trio combines into [[Road Caesar]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[Liokaiser]].

*'''Brainmasters 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyA7lex7OzM]
: ''Toy segment:'' Blacker, Laster and Braver drive through a desert. Laster and Braver screech to a halt, doing a 180 in the process, and transform to robot mode. Blacker flies off some rocks and transforms as well.

*'''Liokaiser & Deszaras''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2rrkmc_zzBQ]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Drillhorn (G1)|Drillhorn]], [[Jallguar]], and [[Killbison]] drive along as Deszaras, [[Guyhawk]], [[Hellbat (G1)|Hellbat]] and [[Leozack]] fly over head. The [[Breastforce]] combine into Liokaiser while Deszaras transforms to robot mode.

===[[Transformers: Zone (toyline)|Zone]]===
[[Image:Dai Atlas Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Dai Atlas''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ffXrwX-EiLo]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpt from ''[[Enter the New Supreme Commander, Dai Atlas!]]'' with [[Micromaster]]s hopping around and [[Dai Atlas (G1)|Dai Atlas]] leaping into the air to transform.
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Erector (G1)|Cragun]] finishes Dai Atlas's construction by installing his <s>[[spark]]</s> batteries. Dai Atlas scoots out of the scaffolding he was under to transform to drill tank mode. He then switches to jet mode before finally converting to base mode. The [[Super Car Patrol Team]] pours out of Dai Atlas while [[Speeder]] spins around on the gun turret like it's a merry-go-round.
: ''Notes:'' [[Missile Bull]] makes a cameo at the beginning of the toy segment.
:*'''Dai Atlas''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iKIWw6YzVf0] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Micromaster Rocket Base''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pvtd7Lwvi4w]
: ''Animation:'' Star Saber points at a huge group of Micromasters.
: ''Toy segment:'' Said group of Micromasters turns real, and the [[Rescue Patrol Team]] transform to their robot modes. [[Moonradar (G1)|Moonradar]] blasts off in the [[Rocket Base]]'s rocket while the remainder of the toy transforms from launching pad to base. [[Sunrunner (G1)|Sunrunner]], despite not having VTOL jets, lands vertically on the helicopter pad while [[Holi]] emerges from a compartment at the base of the rocket. [[Boater]] takes aim from the lower gun turret, and a large Micromaster city is shown complete with Micromasters manning the stations.
:*'''Micromaster Rocket Base''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9j10III9yuE] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Return of Convoy (toyline)|Return of Convoy]]===

*'''Sky Garry''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3M_3oo9cGks]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Sky Garry (G1)|Sky Garry]] flies over Grandus to land on a plateau in front of...Grandus? Sky Garry unloads his cargo of three Micro Trailers, one of which enters Grandus and opens to reveal [[Hubs|Lucas]]. Sky Garry transforms to robot mode.
:*'''Sky Garry''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZ4QVqcRe9o] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

[[Image:Grandus_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"This elevator could use a few windows. First floor, housewares."]]
*'''Grandus''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BysE3o_-ro4]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Grandus (G1)|Grandus]] rolls through a rocky area before opening his front panel to reveal his inner workings. A [[Micro Trailer]] enters a compartment and opens to reveal Lucas. Lucas then rides the elevator up past [[Dropshot (G1)|Dropshot]].

*'''Star Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gH0EznziFns]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Star Convoy]] drives through a rocky desert area, then transforms to base mode. Members of the [[Sixliner|Liner Team]] are seen manning the base and exiting from Micro Trailers before Star Convoy transforms to robot mode.

*'''Sixliner''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4D0z23tKgq0]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[D-Go]], [[Alan (G1)|Alan]], [[Joe (G1)|Joe]], [[Leaf]], [[Night]] and [[Spark (G1)|Spark]] play around in Dai Atlas and Grandus before forming [[Sixliner]].

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Operation Combination (toyline)|Operation Combination]]===
*'''Sixtrain''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b28uD0sm2Kw]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Desire]], [[Atlan]], [[Converter]], [[Raise]], [[San D-Go]] and [[Windy (G1)|Windy]] somehow roll through a rocky area sans rails before forming [[Sixtrain]].

==Beast Wars==
===[[Beast Wars: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Wars]]===
[[Image:BWKabaya Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Rhinox's black period.]]
*'''Kabaya toys''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Th7taJU5NI]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from [[Beast Wars (Part 2)|Beat the Destrons]].
: ''Toy segment:'' Convoy and Rhinox stand together, then face down Megatron. All three transform.

*'''Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers VHS''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/bwjap6.mpg]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from "[[Beast Wars (Part 1)|Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers]]", "[[Beast Wars (Part 2)|Beat the Destrons]]", "[[The Web|Cheetus's Crisis]]", "[[Equal Measures|Operation: Time Bomb Transfer!]]", and "[[The Trigger, Part 2|Floating Island Death Match Part 2]]".
:*'''Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers VHS''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TuFs49ZGsHc] - Keeps some of the excerpts from "Beat the Destrons" and "Cheetus's Crisis" and adds scenes from "[[Power Surge (episode)|The Aerial Mountain Explodes]]".
:*'''Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers VHS''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9NpV68mAtM] - Keeps some excerpts from "Beat the Destrons", "Operation: Time Bomb Transfer!", and "Floating Island Death Match Part 2" and adds an excerpt from "[[Chain of Command (BW)|Convoy Disappeared]]".

[[Image:Japanese BW Deluxes Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Come on Takara, did she have to give up ''that'' easily?]]
*'''Deluxes''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7_UhWEeME4]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of [[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackwidow]] and [[Tigatron]] transforming to robot mode from "[[Double Jeopardy|Kick of the Spider Woman]]" and "[[Fallen Comrades|Solitary Warrior Tigatron]]" respectively.
: ''Toy segment:'' Tigatron and Blackwidow transform and attack each other from neighboring plateaus. [[Rhinox (BW)|Rhinox]], [[Shadow Panther]], [[Wolfang (Maximal)|Howlinger]] and [[Buzz Saw (BW)|Buzz Saw]] also transform and stand on plateaus. All of Takara's Cybertron figures face off against all of Takara's Destrons.
: ''Notes:'' When we say all, we mean all. Convobat stands alongside Ultra Class Convoy while Megaligator stands alongside Megatron. Includes an end tag for the Volcano Showdown playset w/[[Armordillo|Armor]] & [[Snapper]].
:*'''Deluxes''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/bwjap2.mpg] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Home video''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/bwjap7.mpg]
: ''Notes:'' Various clips from the cartoon play as the narrator talks about the home video series.

===[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1998 (Beast Wars II)|Beast Wars II]]===
[[Image:Jointrons Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Prime plays basketball, Motorarm referees American football.]]
*'''Jointrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXMWnkRg7Uo]
: ''Toy segment:'' One at a time, the [[Jointron]]s transform and dance before combining into [[Tripledacus]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[God Neptune]].

*'''Magnaboss and God Neptune''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56BGx8Q7eXY]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Lio Junior]] and [[Lio Convoy|his dad]] stand side by side on a rocky ledge at sunset. [[Santon]] stampedes towards Lio Junior. Santon wiggles his ears and Lio stamps his paw as [[Skywarp (BW)|Skywarp]] lands on a nearby rock and flaps his wings. The trio transform and wave their weapons frantically. God Neptune then shows up, prompting the three Maximals to combine into [[Magnaboss (BWII)|Magnaboss]] in order to take him on.

[[Image:Insectron Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Insectrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0m5DTyXi9Js]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Tonbot]], [[Bigmos]] and [[Mantis]] swoop down and transform. [[Drill Nuts]], [[Powerhug (BW)|Powerhug]], and [[Scissor Boy]] burrow up from under the sand and transform.

*'''Lio Convoy and Galvatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVVcculmnhY]
: ''Toy segment:'' Lio Convoy deploys his mane arsenal as Galvatron blasts through some nearby rock in his drill tank mode. Lio Convoy transforms to robot mode and displays his [[Energon Matrix]]. Galvatron transforms to robot mode and then dragon mode before flying at Lio Convoy. Lio holds him off using his mane's spinning gimmick thing.

*'''Scuba, Tasmania Kid, Big Horn, Apache, Dirge, Thrust, Starscream, BB, Megastorm and Autorollers''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6A_ogqMXp0]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Megastorm]] maneuvers in tank mode. [[Apache]] transforms to robot mode. Megastorm follows suit and then fires at Apache. Apache's response is to raise his weapon in the air while lightning flashes behind him. Big Horn transforms. [[Starscream (BW)|Starscream]] and [[BB]] transform and BB demonstrates his cannon. [[Tasmania Kid]] transforms to robot mode. [[Dirge (BW)|Dirge]] taxis on a runway before transforming. Ikard emerges from a body of water and transforms on land. [[Thrust (BW)|Thrust]] transforms in mid-air. [[Autocrusher]], [[Autojetter]], and [[Autolauncher]] stand together on a desert road not far from a city. [[Autostinger]] rolls up behind them and transforms.

[[Image:Gigastorm Cyborg Beasts & Ikard Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Let me introduce you to my leetle friend!"]]
*'''Gigastorm, Cyborg Beasts and Ikard w/Tako Tank''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1oVJp5tQpZ0]
: ''Toy segment:'' Lio Convoy spins his mane while Galvatron lands in dragon mode. Tonbot, Bigmos and Mantis swoop down. Tripledacus just stands. Magnaboss and God Neptune clash. The [[Tako Tank]] rolls up and squirts water, then transforms to reveal its base mode and [[Ikard]] working the weapons systems. [[Gigascouter]] rolls down a ramp in [[Megastorm|Gigastorm]]'s base mode. Gigastorm transforms to dinosaur mode, stomps around and breathes fire at Ikard and the Tako Tank. [[Starscream (BW)|Hellscream]], [[BB|Max-B]], [[Dirge (BW)|Dirgegun]], and [[Thrust (BW)|Thrustor]] transform.

*'''Beast Wars II: Act 1 & 2 on VHS''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nArJP_7ZS18]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from ''Beast Wars II''.

*'''Sausages 1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VI8EgJgg6Uo]
: ''Notes:'' Advertises special [[Beast Wars II Sausage|sausages]] sold in conjunction with the ''[[Beast Wars Special Super Lifeform Transformers]]'' movie.
:*'''Sausages 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VI8EgJgg6Uo&t=0m15s] - Same as the previous commercial with an added bit about bio cards included with the sausages.

*'''Beast Wars Special Movie''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XI3J9fNA9xo]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of Metals Convoy transforming and firing his Gatling guns, Metals Megatron transforming, Lio Junior running through a forest in lion mode, Galvatron growling (we think), Lio Convoy looking and Lio Convoy and Convoy preparing for battle.

===[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1999 (Beast Wars Neo)|Beast Wars Neo]]===
[[Image:Blendtrons Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|WhY wAsPiNaToR's ShOuLdErS hUrT?]]
*'''[[Blentron]]s & Metals Powered Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=915mseGKiEs]
: ''Animation:'' Brief excepts of Metals Megatron firing at Metals [[Rattrap (BW)|Rattle]] and [[Depth Charge (BW)|Depth Charge]] turning in front of the camera.
: ''Toy segment:'' A hornet (Latolata with his lionfish head replaced by [[Waspinator (BW)|Waspinator]]'s) and a lionfish blend together to become [[Latolata]]. Latolata, [[Elphaorpha]], and [[Drancron]] face off against [[Big Convoy]] and [[Magmatron]]. [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys|Metals Powered Convoy]] raises his weapon.
: ''Notes:'' This commercial is split into two halves, with the first half covering the Blentron toys and the second half featuring Powered Convoy.

*'''Mach Kick and Archadis, Sharp Edge, Bump, Hardhead, Bazooka''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZgXAPyZRaQ]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Archadis]] transforms in mid air. [[Mach Kick]] transforms and attacks Archadis with his tail whip. [[Sharp Edge]] transforms. [[Hardhead (BW)|Hardhead]], [[Bump]] and [[Bazooka (BW)|Bazooka]] all transform.

[[Image:BWNeo Leaders Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Wheeljack said there'd be days like this.]]
*'''Big Convoy and Magmatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyJczPPQ8h4&t=18]
: ''Toy segment:'' Big Convoy and Magmatron face off in a frozen land.
: ''Notes:'' Actual explosion and sparkler effects return to denote damage inflicted on Big Convoy by Magmatron.
:*'''Big Convoy and Magmatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psjOOpsmwVg&t=18] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Sausages''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psjOOpsmwVg&t=0m30s]
: ''Notes:'' Excerpts of Big Convoy from ''[[Super Lifeform Transformers: Beast Wars Neo (cartoon)|Beast Wars Neo]]'' play in the background as the [[Tech Spec]]-type cards included with the sausages are highlighted, including an animation of a tech spec meter. The sausages themselves are shown at the very end.

[[Image:Longrack Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Edward's pet, Geoffrey Scissorhands.]]
*'''Longrack, Guiledart, Colada, and Saberback''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPtrZ2ZMe9w]
: ''Toy segment:'' Longrack transforms and attacks Guiledart with his claw weapon. Guiledart gets loose, transforms and fires at Longrack. Colada transforms, then Saberback transforms. [[Break]], [[Randy (BW)|Randy]], [[Rockbuster]], and [[Stampy (BW)|Stampy]] transform as a group. [[Crazybolt (BW)|Crazybolt]], [[Dead End (BW)|Dead End]], [[Hydra (BW)|Hydra]] and [[Sling (BW)|Sling]] transform as a group too. Stampy transforms into his scissors mode for Longrack to wield.
:*'''Longrack, Guiledart, Colada, and Saberback''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F3g7NATVWlI&t=18] - Edited down from the previous commercial.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[Heinrad (BW)|Heinrad]], highlighting his alarm clock feature.

*'''Cartoon debut promo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6PAdKLLivY]
: ''Animation:'' Not animation per se, but pans are done on stills of Big Convoy by himself, Big Convoy commanding the other [[Maximal]]s, and the Maximals standing together as a group.
: ''Notes:'' This spot advertises the series debut of the ''Beast Wars Neo'' cartoon. "[[Love For Ever: Kimi o Mamoru Tame ni]]", the [[theme song]] for ''Beast Wars Neo'', is used as background music.

===[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1999 (Beast Wars Metals)|Beast Wars Metals]]===
[[Image:Metals Leaders Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Monkey shines.]]
*'''[[Optimus Primal (BW)|Metals Convoy]] and [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]]''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eo-Dj-hZNHI]
: ''Animation:'' Very brief excerpts of a zoom-in on Convoy and Megatron turning his head.
: ''Toy segment:'' Convoy and Megatron transform and face off on a ''TRON''-style grid.
: ''Notes:'' Uses the American Beast Wars theme song as the background music track.

*'''''[[Cutting Edge|Beast Wars Metals: Convoy Daihenshin!]]'' promo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3l7GtvirFKE]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of Megatron waggling his head and firing his tail weapon at Rattle, Depth Charge walking out of the water, a [[Cyber raptor]] turning its body, Blackwidow firing from behind a rock, Rhinox blasting away, Powered Convoy transforming and flying off, and Powered Convoy extending his hand.

*'''''Beast Wars Metals: Convoy Daihenshin!'' promo #2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9m8aJNSZ0fo]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of Metals Convoy sailing in on his hoverboard before transforming, Metals Megatron transforming to flying T-Rex mode and taking off, Metals Rattle racing off, Cheetus, Rhinox and Tigatron witnessing Convoy's transmetalization, and a zoom-in on Megatron.

==[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Car Robots]]==
[[Image:Gigatron Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Car Robot Brothers and Gigatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ez58xax2gSw&t=15s]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Prowl (RID)|Mach Alert]] drives through a tunnel, [[X-Brawn|Wildride]] drives off-road, and [[Side Burn (RID)|Speedbreaker]] is on a street. Mach Alert and Wildride join Speedbreaker, and all three screech to a halt before transforming. Gigatron appears in all six modes at once before facing off with the [[Autobot Brothers|Car Robot Brothers]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for a [[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Brave Maximus]] giveaway.

*'''Super Fire Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZyL5OOXpiI]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Super Fire Convoy]] drives through a [[Global Space Bridge]] tunnel. He transforms to robot mode, then into Super Fire Convoy.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for a [[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Brave Maximus]] giveaway.

*'''Team Shinkansen''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xb3DVLswSPc]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Team Bullet Train|Team Shinkansen]] shoots down the rails before jumping into the air to transform. They combine into [[Rail Racer (RID)|JRX]] to take on [[Megatron (RID)|Gigatron]].

[[Image:Black Convoy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Buildmaster and Black Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYu46LHIDU8]
: ''Toy segment:'' The Buildmaster group works on some construction projects despite not being anywhere near an actual construction site. After they transform to robot mode, [[Scourge (RID)|Black Convoy]] appears. To combat him, the Buildmasters combine into [[Landfill (RID)|Build King]].

*'''God Magnus and Super Car Robot Brothers''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYu46LHIDU8&t=15s]
: ''Toy segment:'' God Magnus, in car carrier mode, carries the three [[Super Mode|super mode]] Car Robot Brothers, who then disembark and transform. God Magnus transforms and fires his machine guns like there's an ammo sale at S-Mart. Fire Convoy then conveniently appears so the two can form [[Omega Prime|God Fire Convoy]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for a postcard drawing for the [[Matrix Blade]].

==[[The Transformers (G1 PS2)|Transformers Tatakai]]==
[[Image:Tatakai_Trailer.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SbI_9GY9dU] (Full version)/[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0edrtrhV3Ng]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of game footage/cut scenes featuring the Destrons attacking the Cybertrons on a bridge on [[Earth]], Convoy opening his chest to reveal the Matrix, a rundown of the transformations and identities of each character, Convoy and Megatron facing off, Chromedome doing a backflip onto his [[Transtector]] body with his stats showing, [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] and [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]] transforming and driving, [[Weirdwolf (G1)|Weirdwolf]] attacking, [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] ejecting one of his tapes, Chromedome being attacked by Weirdwolf, and Galvatron battling Rodimus Convoy.
: ''Notes:'' This trailer has no vocal narration. All text in the trailer is in English, including the Transformers logo. The background music is a heavily remixed version of "[[The Transformers (Theme)]]" from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''. Some uploads of the trailer do not have the segment at the beginning with the text "A.D. 2003. We now return to" followed by the Transformers logo. The words "Coming Soon" and then the Playstation button symbols at the end are also missing from those uploads.
: ''The confrontation of the fate. A battle without an end.''

==[[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)|Legends of the Microns]]==
[[Image:ML Unicron Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|This hand and eye of mine glow with an awesome coordination!]]
*'''Unicron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z86-8vzFnd8&t=7m53s]
: ''Toy segment:'' A number of Transformers, including [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Convoy]] and [[Jetfire (Armada)|Jetfire]], fly towards Unicron, who transforms and makes his fist glow.

*'''Jet Convoy and Shockwave''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z86-8vzFnd8&t=8m08s]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Tidal Wave (Armada)|Shockwave]] flies over Convoy, then transforms and lands between him and [[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]]. Jetfire swoops in from the heavens and gets between Shockwave and Convoy. Shockwave combines with Megatron, prompting Jetfire and Convoy to form Jet Convoy. The two combiners face off.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[Overload (Armada)|Ultra Magnus]].

*'''DVD''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z86-8vzFnd8&t=8m38s]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from the [[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)|''Legends of the Microns'' cartoon]].
: ''Notes:'' [[Tailslide]] is used as an example of the bonus [[Mini-Con]] pack-ins. Features an end tag for the singles for "[[Transformer: Dream Again|TRANSFORMER -Dream Again-]]" and "[[Never Ending Road]]".

*'''Legends of the Microns "Special Secret Video: Strongest Robot Army"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=soEuIWZtXvA]
: A promotional video for the then-upcoming ''Legends of the Microns'' cartoon and toyline. It was released on a VHS tape that came with the February [[2003]] issue of ''[[TV Magazine]]''. Included in the video are profiles on Convoy, Hot Shot, [[Smokescreen (Armada)|Grap]], [[Red Alert (Armada)|Ratchet]], Megatron, [[Demolishor (Armada)|Ironhide]], [[Cyclonus (Armada)|Sandstorm]], and [[Starscream (Armada)|Starscream]]. The profiles consist mainly of their animated transformations and powerlinxing, along with their [[Tech Spec]]s. Profiles are shown for the [[Street Speed Mini-Con Team|Street Speed Microns]], [[Race Mini-Con Team|Race Microns]] and [[Air Defense Mini-Con Team (Armada)|Air Defense Microns]], consisting of their animated transformations, combinations and Tech Specs. The early releases of the [[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|''Legends of the Microns'' toyline]] are shown at the end. The first three [[Columbia Music Entertainment|''Legends of the Microns'' CD singles]] also get a mention at the end of the video.

*'''Legends of the Microns "Special Secret Video: The Enormous Robot Unicron Descends"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7w5gVxaNsoI]
: ''Notes:'' Also known as "The Coming of Unicron", this is a video promoting the appearance of [[Unicron]] in ''Legends of the Microns''. It includes a flashback to ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'' (strangely labeled as being in 1985) and toy commercials for Unicron, Jet Convoy/Shockwave and the ''Legends of the Microns'' DVDs. This video was given away on DVDs to the first 4000 customers to buy ''Legends of the Microns'' toys at [[Toys"R"Us|Toys"R"Us Japan]] stores in September of 2003.

==[[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)|Super Link]]==
[[Image:SL Autobots & Megazarak Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Hey, hey! We're Convoy's flunkies! And 'bots say we flunky around. But we're too busy linking, to put any Destrons down."]]
*'''Inferno, Hot Shot, Roadbuster, & Sky Fire''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L99PdlygmOQ] (MegaZarak end tag) / [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9CQxerRoqGY&t=59] (Landmine end tag) / [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sh1yyxoLYy0] (Galvatron end tag)
: ''Toy segment:'' The four [[Autobot|Cybertrons]] fly/drive along before transforming to robot mode. Hot Shot and Inferno [[Powerlinx|Super Link]] together, as do Roadbuster and Sky Fire. The end tag features either [[Scorponok (Energon)|MegaZarak]], [[Landmine (Energon)|Landmine]], or [[Megatron (Armada)|Galvatron]] transforming.

*'''Grand Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=np_D4EMaC14]
: ''Toy segment:'' Grand Convoy drives along with [[Inferno (Energon)|Inferno]], [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]], [[Ironhide (Energon)|Roadbuster]], and [[Jetfire (Armada)|Sky Fire]]. Grand Convoy leaps off a cliff and transforms to robot mode. He summons the [[Prime Force|Grand Force]] to form the [[Super Mode|Grand Cross]].

*'''Omega Supreme''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97vEz7XlNLE]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Omega Supreme (Energon)|Omega Supreme]] flies through the air and rides the rails before transforming to robot mode and landing near Grand Convoy. The two combine to form Powerlinx Omega Supreme.

*'''Rodimus Convoy''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/anime/sl-cm3.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Rodimus (Energon)|Rodimus Convoy]] powerlinx with [[Prowl (Energon)|Red Alert]], Hot Shot, Roadbuster, Sky Fire, and Inferno.

*'''Wing Saber''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/anime/sl-cm4.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:'' Wing Saber [[Powerlinx|Super Links]] with Grand Convoy to form Wing Convoy. Wing Convoy flies through a large group of [[Terrorcon (Energon)|Terrorcons]] so fast, they miss him and shoot each other.

[[Image:SL Special Secret Video Team Convoy.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Super Link "Special Secret Video: Super Combining Soldiers"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwgMXT0AfS0]
: ''Notes:'' A promotional video for the then-upcoming ''[[Transformers: Energon (franchise)|Super Link]]'' cartoon and toyline. It tells the back story of ''Super Link'' before going into profiles for Grand Convoy, the Grand Cross, Sky Fire, Hot Shot, Inferno, Super Linking, Roadbuster, [[Strongarm (Energon)|Blast Arm]], and [[Kicker Jones|Kicker]]. The Terrorcons and Megazarak also get a mention. The video finishes out with a photo gallery of the some of the earlier ''Super Link'' toy releases. Several pieces of concept art are shown. This video was released on a VHS tape or DVD packaged with the December 2003 issue of ''TV Magazine''.

*'''[[Transformer Superlink: Original Soundtrack Mission I|Original Soundtrack Mission I]]''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ndxw4gWE7cw]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from ''[[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)|Super Link]]''.

*'''[[Interchannel#DVDs|DVDs]]''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqZQyVR5FfY&t=18]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpt of Grand Convoy and the Grand Force forming the Grand Cross.

== [[Robotmasters (franchise)|Robotmasters]] ==
[[Image:Robot Masters commercial.jpg|thumb|200px||When it's laser time put on the 3-D shades!]]
*'''Robotmasters toyline''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/news/video/rm1.wmv], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1RiAUZabq4s]

: ''Animation:'' [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] fights [[Optimus Primal (BW)|Optimus Primal]] as [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]] takes on [[Megatron (BW)|Beast Megatron]]. Megatron's dino head bites Prime on the hand.
: ''Toy segment:'' The Destrons and Cybertrons stand around as the camera pans and cuts, then explosive effects go off around them.
: ''Notes:'' This ad was available on the DVD packed in with RM-01 Convoy and RM-21 Burning Beast Convoy.

*'''Robotmasters toyline 2''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/news/video/rm1.wmv], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3c_QJzzzbGc]
: ''Animation:'' Starscream, Convoy, Beast Convoy and Beast Megatron all strike poses.
: ''Toy segment:'' Megatron transforms amongst the other Destrons. [[Mirage (G1)|Ligier]] and the Cybertrons race toward camera. Convoy and Beast Convoy transform. The entire ''Robotmasters'' toyline stands around while laser effects are superimposed on them.
: ''Notes:'' This ad was available on the DVD packed in with RM-01 Convoy and RM-21 Burning Beast Convoy. Includes an end tag for the [[Fortress Maximus (RID)#Robotmasters 2|Cybertron City]] giveaway contest.

==[[Transformers: Cybertron (cartoon)|Galaxy Force]]==
*'''Cartoon debut promo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T70UQrQaYuE&t=18]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (cartoon)|Galaxy Force]]''.

[[Image:Galaxy Convoy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Galaxy Convoy and Nitro Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CJc0WaV5tsU&t=18]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Galaxy Convoy]] races down a city street with [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Exellion]], [[Overhaul (Cybertron)|Jackshot]] and [[Scattorshot (Cybertron)|Backpack]] and [[Jetfire (Armada)|Dreadlock]] flying overhead. Convoy transforms to robot mode, then [[Super Mode]]. He demonstrates his Force Chip-activated abilities. [[Override (Cybertron)|Nitro Convoy]] transforms.
: ''Notes:'' The Nitro Convoy segment comes from a [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyZRhuuf6Es Takara promotional video].
:*'''Galaxy Convoy and Master Megatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LXidZz5zm0&t=18] - An edited-down version of the previous commercial with the Nitro Convoy segment replaced by a [[Megatron (Armada)|Master Megatron]] segment. The Master Megatron segment comes from the same promo video as the aforementioned Nitro Convoy segment.

*'''Ligerjack & Sonic Bomber''' [http://fantofan.jp/news/video/gfad6.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:''[[Overhaul (Cybertron)|Ligerjack]] transforms to lion mode before forming Liger Convoy with Galaxy Convoy. [[Wing Saber (Energon)|Sonic Bomber]] combines with Galaxy Convoy into Sonic Convoy.
:*'''Ligerjack''' [http://fantofan.jp/news/video/gfad5.wmv] - The Ligerjack portion of the previous commercial.

[[Image:Flame Convoy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Flame Convoy''' [http://fantofan.jp/news/video/gf/gfad4.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Scourge (Cybertron)|Flame Convoy]] stomps on the ground, flips out his extra heads and spews fire before transforming.

*'''"[[Call You... Kimi to Boku no Mirai|CALL YOU... Kimi to Boku no Mirai]]" CD single''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjLqUrWxAis&t=18]
: ''Animation:'' Various ''Galaxy Force'' excerpts, including Galaxy Convoy's [[stock footage]] transformation.

*'''New Show: Transformers Galaxy Force Special Clip''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6e7AhEpGcpc]
: ''Notes:'' A demo reel with test footage of Galaxy Convoy, Master Megatron, Starscream, various Cybertrons, and [[Vector Prime]]. Originally aired on a TV in Takara's booth at the 2004 Tokyo Entertainment Market. The narration and opening theme music was replaced with Lion's rendition of the Transformers [[theme song]] for the video's release on DVD. The DVD was given away via Toys"R"Us Japan stores to the first 10,000 customers purchasing GC-01 Galaxy Convoy in December 2004.

*'''Rise! New Commander Galaxy Convoy!"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvsjngLBR54]
: ''Notes:'' Narrated by Galaxy Convoy, the video starts off by going over the back story for ''Galaxy Force''. Galaxy Convoy then starts profiling his troops [[Landmine (Energon)|Guardshell]], Exillion, Jackshot, and Backpack. He then talks about Earth and the [[Autobot|Cybertrons]]' [[human]] allies, [[Coby Hansen|Coby]], [[Bud Hansen|Bud]], and [[Lori Jiménez|Lori]]. Finally, he discusses the [[Decepticon|Destrons]] Master Megatron, Starscream and [[Thundercracker (Armada)|Thundercracker]]. This video, along with "Toy Introduction" and "Robotmasters Special Footage: [[Fight! The Group of the Strongest Commanders!]]", was released on the ''Galaxy Force'' "Special Secret DVD" packed in with the December 2004 issue of ''TV Magazine''.

*'''Toy Introduction''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T3_qAWkSRYo&t=18]
: ''Notes:'' Galaxy Convoy comments upon the early ''Galaxy Force'' toy releases and urges you to get them from your local toy retailer when they're released. This video, along with "Rise! New Commander Galaxy Convoy!" and "Robotmasters Special Footage: [[Fight! The Group of the Strongest Commanders!]]", was released on the ''Galaxy Force'' "Special Secret DVD" packed in with the December 2004 issue of ''TV Magazine''.

[[Image:GF Secret File Micron Team.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Transformers - Galaxy Force! Secret File!''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=13i8h71iF1g]
: ''Notes:'' Similar to the previous video in that Galaxy Convoy once again describes the back story of ''Galaxy Force'' and profiles his allies and enemies. This time, however, there are additional characters profiled. These include Dreadlock, Vector Prime, the [[Recon Mini-Con Team|Micron Team]], [[Clocker (Cybertron)|Skids]], [[Brakedown (Cybertron)|Autolander]], [[Ransack (Cybertron)|Gasket]], [[Crumplezone (Cybertron)|Landbullet]], Nitro Convoy, [[Snarl (Cybertron)|Fang Wolf]], and Flame Convoy. This video was released along with the "Toy Data File" as a pack-in DVD with the March 2005 issue of ''TV-Kun''.

*'''Toy Data File''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyZRhuuf6Es&t=18]
: ''Notes:'' Galaxy Convoy talks about the abilities of his allies and enemies while their toys demonstrate. Includes Galaxy Convoy, Master Megatron, [[Sideways (Armada)|Noisemaze]], Nitro Convoy, Skids, Autolander, Gasket, Landbullet, [[Dirt Boss (Cybertron)|Inch-Up]], Fang Wolf, [[Undermine (Cybertron)|Dino Shout]], and Flame Convoy. This video was released along with the "Secret File" as a pack-in DVD with the March 2005 issue of ''TV-Kun''.
:''You, go get the ''Transformers Galaxy Force'' toys too!''

==''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]''==
*'''Teaser''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LoJJI5ankhM&t=18]
:Premiered ?? 2007. Same as the English teaser trailer with the text narration and logo switched to Japanese.

[[Image:TF2007 Japanese Trailer 1 Bay & Spielberg.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer #1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FNYrYF-6Es&t=18]
:Premiered ?? 2007. Has an introduction by [[Steven Spielberg]] and [[Michael Bay]] where they speak mostly in English and what Japanese they do speak is not well pronounced. The trailer itself is an edited down (to accommodate the intro no doubt) version of the 1st full length U.S. trailer with the brief scene of [[Sam Witwicky|Sam]] and [[Mikaela Banes|Mikaela]] happening upon a recently crash landed Transformer, every scene between "And Executive Producer Steven Spielberg" and "Most will come to destroy us", and the scene of Sam being questioned by [[Barricade (Movie)|Barricade]] have been removed. The scenes of Sam and Mikaela holding hands and Starscream flying have been flipped. The scenes between [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] jetting and [[Bonecrusher (Movie)|Bonecrusher]] destroying the bus have all been removed except the scene of [[William Lennox|Lennox]] holding [[Jorge Figueroa|Fig]]'s hand. In their place, a scene with [[Scorponok (Movie)|Scorponok]] has been added in. The text narration has been changed to Japanese and Japanese subtitles have been added.

[[Image:TF2007 Transforming Pen Ad.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer #2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXBX7SDF3vA]
:Premiered 26 June 2007. Similar progression of scenes to the first theatrical trailer, but using many new scenes which had not been used in promotional spots up to that point. Features an ad for a Transformers-themed transforming pen at the end of the trailer.

*'''TV spot #1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdtXu9jO6Jg&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. Same as the English language spot "Hidden" with text narration in Japanese. Has the same transforming pen end tag as trailer #2.

[[Image:Movie Blackout SOCCENT.JPG|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Super Event(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yGv0Ycfk-CA]
:Air date ?? July 2007. Same as the English language spot "Everything Changes" with the text narration changed to Japanese. Keeps the English announcer's "Transformers" at the end, albeit with the 's' cut off.
:*'''Super Event(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3XMi8KtWKAU&t=18] - Edited down version of the previous commercial.

*'''Countdown (?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WpS_eLLzwjk&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "What you're about to see, is totally classified." "Dear god, what is this?" "WE'RE UNDER ATTACK!" "We're facing war against a civilization far superior to our own." "Our enemy could take any shape. They could be anywhere." "GO GO GO GO!" "NO NO NO MOVE!" "INCOMING!" "What is that?" "BRING IT!"

*'''Transform(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKBL37awhd8&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "My god." "Cool mom!" Features a clip of Frenzy transforming into Mikaela's cellphone that isn't used in any other promos.
:*'''Transform(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Ni-4eiRM_Q&t=18] - Edited down version of the previous commercial.

*'''Action(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9QH1Y0LPimU&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "My god." Features [[Blackout (Movie)|Blackout]] in [[Mission City]], Scorponok chasing the soldiers, Sam retreating from Barricade, Starscream flying and Sam running from [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]]. Utilizes Linkin Park's "[[What I've Done]]" as background music.

*'''Drama''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3WpTGXC3Zq0]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "We're facing war against a civilization far superior to our own." "Good luck to us all."

[[Image:Steering wheel robot.JPG|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''TV Spot #6''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie08.html]
:Air date ?? July 2007. Has no narration of any kind. Uses a number of scenes not used in other ads including Bumblebee being restrained under [[Hoover Dam]] by [[Sector Seven]], [[Nokia-bot]] knocking itself out, and the [[steering wheel robot]] attacking the socialite.

*'''#1 Movie''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie10.html]
:Air date ?? August 2007. Same as the 15 second version of "Transform" with a caption promote the movie's status as the #1 film in Japan under the opening scenes featuring Frenzy.

*'''#1 Movie version 2''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie11.html]
:Air date ?? August 2007. Same as "Action" with a caption promoting the movie's status as the #1 film in Japan under the scenes of Scorponok chasing the soldiers, Barricade interrogating Sam, Starscream transforming and flying off and Megatron busting through the floor of a building in pursuit of Sam.

*'''#1 Movie version 3''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie12.html]
:Air date ?? August 2007. Same as "Drama" with a caption to promote the movie's status as the #1 film in Japan under the opening scenes.

*'''Transformers: The Game (PS3)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40IodoQRp4E&t=18]
:Air date ?? June 2007. Features clips of Starscream flying under and flipping onto a bridge and the end of [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]]'s first transformation from the [[Transformers (film)|movie]]. Game footage is almost exclusively of fighting or destruction.

[[Image:Core Movie Figures Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Movie toys (Kids)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MlZuLDfOa9I]
: ''Notes:'' This is an edited down and dubbed version of the U.S. "Movie core characters" spot.
:*'''Movie toys (Adult)''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video02.html] - Same as the above commercial but with the "Transformers" sound clip replaced with a similar clip from the Japanese Generation One commercials.

*'''Optimus Prime''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/videosp.html]
: ''Notes:'' The old Japanese "Trans-for-mer!" soundbyte plays before the [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation One]] [[logo]] flips to the movie style logo and scenes from the film are played. Optimus Prime transforms. This was a web only commercial.

*'''Optimus Prime 2''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video03.html]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]] from ''[[The Transformers (cartoon)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!]]''.
: ''Toy segment:'' The "Trans-for-mer!" soundbyte plays before [[Optimus Prime (G1)|G1 Convoy]] transforms next to an inset of his animated Transformation. A [[scene transition]] occurs with the G1 sound effect and the frame flipping to show the movie style logo and a scene from the film. Optimus Prime transforms.
: ''Notes:'' The Optimus Prime transformation is reused from the previous ad. This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

[[Image:TF2007 Bumblebee Japanese Web Ad.jpg|right|200px|thumb|*Yakety Sax plays*]]
*'''Bumblebee''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video04.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumble]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' The Bumble toy is transformed to comedy musical accompaniment before a scene change to 70's Camaro Bumblebee being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

*'''Megatron''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video05.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' The G1 Megatron toy (minus the stock and silencer) is transformed to laid back rock music before a scene change to Movie Megatron being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

*'''Starscream''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video06.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' [[The Transformers Collection]] [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Transformers Collection|version]] of the G1 Starscream toy is transformed to laid back rock music before a scene change to Movie Starscream being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

*'''Autobot Jazz''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video07.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' Meister is transformed to laid back rock music before a scene change to [[Jazz (Movie)|Autobot Jazz]] being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

==''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Transformers: Revenge]]''==
[[Image:rotf-paris.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer 1''' [http://www.tf-revenge.jp/video/]
Premiered ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. teaser trailer but with Japanese text narration and subtitles.

*'''Trailer 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9EyMhtegKoo&t=18]
Premiered 19(?) May 2009. Same as the first full U.S. trailer with Japanese text narration and subtitles.

*'''TV CM1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XjqhJ8AE8eg]
Air date ?? 2009. "It's not over." "BUMBLEBEE!"

[[Image:Ravagerotfteaser.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''TV CM2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AwfJhhq_NeE]
Air date ?? 2009. "You don't stop, you don't hide. You run." "Sam!"

*'''TV CM3''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnWgEIkZn-Q]
Air date ?? 2009. "Aughh!" "Sam!" "WE GOT A WHOLE LOTTA FIGHT COMIN OUR WAY!" "You don't stop, you don't hide. You run."

*'''Web CM1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NqOxzUZtskA]
Online spot released ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. TV spot "Fate" with Japanese subtitles and text narration. Retains the English vocal narration "Transformers. A Michael Bay film."

[[Image:Rotf_t2_egyptpyramids.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Web CM2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nd9E6Om-wto]
Online spot released ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. TV spot "Team Kids" with Japanese subtitles and text narration. The English vocal narration is retained with the line "Only one team... will transform your summer" changed to "Only one team... will transform your world."

*'''Web CM3''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jvMOYAVK3k8]
Online spot released ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. TV Spot "Destiny" with Japanese subtitles and text narration. Retains the English vocal narration at the end.

*'''ROTF on TV Asahi''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2skqfPqKoQ&t=18]
: ''Notes:'' 15 second ad for the ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen]]'' film airing at 10 on TV Asahi. Features [[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]] busting out of Sam's garage and [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]] hanging onto [[Demolishor (ROTF)|Demolishor]]. The narration has had a heavy flanging effect applied to it.
[[Image:Japanese ROTF Toy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]

*'''Movie Characters and Gravity Bots''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rtuvvm2dUok&t=18]
: ''Toy segment:'' Megatron and the Decepticons attack a city. Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] and [[Sideswipe (Movie)|Sideswipe]] roll to the rescue! Optimus Prime transforms and shows off his [[Dual Energon Swords]]. The end segment shows two individuals demonstrating the transformations of [[Gravity Bot]]s Optimus Prime and Bumblebee.
: ''Notes:'' Includes a brief clip from the movie of Bumblebee firing his cannon.
{{-}}

==[[Transformers Animated (cartoon)#Japanese release|Transformers Animated]]==
*'''15-second commercial''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHz9fIwn6Hg] (March [[2010]])
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 1"
: ''Narration:'' [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus Prime]] ([[Hiroki Takahashi]])
: ''Hello, good children, are all of you well? I am Optimus Prime. I'm an Autobot leader who fights for the sake of protecting peace.'' Transformers Animated ''begins on April 3 at 8am.''

*'''30-second commercial after ''[[Rescue Fire|Tomica Hero: Rescue Fire]]''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s epilogue''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVe33iVGoCk] ([[March 26]], [[2010]])
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 1"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus Prime, [[Bumblebee (Animated)|Bumblebee]] ([[Daisuke Kishio]]), [[Megatron (Animated)|Megatron]] ([[Norio Wakamoto]])
: Bumblebee: *sigh*''Rescue Fire''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s over...
: Optimus: ''Rescue Fire'' sure was fun.
: Bumblebee: I loved Ritsuka-chan.
: Optimus: Everyone, ''Rescue Fire'' may be over, but next week ''Transformers Animated'' starts!
: Bumblebee: You'll all watch, right?
: Megatron: If you don't, I'm haunting your dreams.
: Optimus: It's you, Megatron!
: Megatron: What's the matter, Optimus Prime?
: Bumblebee: What are you here for?!
: Megatron: To promote the show!
: Optimus: Then, just this once, let's shake hands
: Megatron: I refuse. ''Transformers Animated''! Be sure to watch!
: Optimus: That should my line!
: Bumblebee: You'll watch, right?!

{{note|The commercials below are the online previews that differ slightly from their on-air version in terms of what's spoken by whom.}}

*'''''[[Transform and Roll Out|The Heroes Are Called Autobots]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 3]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10269744] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 2"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, [[Bulkhead (Animated)|Ironhide]] ([[Kenta Miyake]])
: Bumblebee: I'm Bumblebee! Oh slag! There's a big monster on the rampage, Ironhide! ("big" = "dekai" でかい or "dekkai" でっかい)
: Ironhide: Big is Hokkaido! Hokkaido is big! (''Dekkaido wa Hokkaidō! Hokkaidō wa dekkaido!'')
: Bumblebee: ''Transformers Animated'' on [[April 10]], Saturday, at 8am!

*'''''[[Transform and Roll Out|Secret of the AllSpark]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 10]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10340849] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 3"
: ''Narration:'' [[Starscream (Animated)|Starscream]] ([[Jin Yamanoi]])

*'''''[[Sound and Fury|The Great Sound Wave Operation]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 17]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10414077] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Sound and Fury]]"
: ''Narration:'' Megatron

*'''''[[The Thrill of the Hunt|Don't Wipe Away the Memories]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 24]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10487880] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[The Thrill of the Hunt]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus

*'''''[[Home Is Where the Spark Is|The Immortal Megatron]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 30]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10565793] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Home Is Where the Spark Is]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus and Ironhide
: Optimus: Try saying "Transformers Animated" very fast!
: Ironhide: Transformers Animated! Transformers Animated! Transformers Animated! Transformers Anima-pukka! Eh-heh...
: Optimus: "Transformers Animated!"
: Ironhide: Said it.

*'''''[[Total Meltdown|Challenge of the Burning Giant]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 7]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10647723] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Total Meltdown]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Meltdown (Animated)|Prometheus Black]] ([[Fumihiko Tachiki]])

*'''''[[Blast from the Past|Birth of the Dinobots!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 15]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10723545] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Blast from the Past]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus

*'''''[[Nanosec (episode)|Trap Time]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 22]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10800404] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Nanosec (episode)|Nanosec]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Nanosec]] ([[Takehito Koyasu]]), Bumblebee, Ratchet

*'''''[[Along Came a Spider|Shadow of the Spider-Woman]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 29]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10878866] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Along Came a Spider]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus

*'''''[[Lost and Found (episode)|Fierce Battle at the Bottom of the Lake]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 5]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10956385] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Lost and Found (episode)|Lost and Found]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Blitzwing (Animated)|Blitzwing]] ([[Yūichi Nagashima]])

*'''''[[Survival of the Fittest|Showdown! Dinobots]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 12]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11038363] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Survival of the Fittest]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Grimlock (Animated)|Grimlock]] ([[Keiji Fujiwara]]), [[Swoop (Animated)|Swoop]] ([[Nobuo Tobita]]), [[Snarl (Animated)|Snarl]]

*'''''[[Headmaster (episode)|Rein in the Headmaster!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 19]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11110782] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Headmaster (episode)|Headmaster]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Sari Sumdac (Animated)|Sari Sumdac]] ([[Satomi Akesaka]]), Bumblebee, Ironhide, Prowl, Ratchet, Optimus Prime

*'''''[[Megatron Rising - Part 1|Megatron's Resurrection, Part 1]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 26]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11187052] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Megatron Rising - Part 1]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Megatron Rising - Part 2|Megatron's Resurrection, Part 2]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 3]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11260494] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Megatron Rising - Part 2]]"
: ''Narration:'' Blitzwing, [[Lugnut (Animated)|Lugnut]] ([[Kentarō Itō]])

*'''''[[The Elite Guard|Elite Guard]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 10]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11336980] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[The Elite Guard]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Sentinel Prime (Animated)|Sentinel]] ([[Junichi Suwabe]]), [[Jazz (Animated)|Jazz]] ([[Hideo Ishikawa]])

*'''''[[The Return of the Headmaster|Headmaster, Once Again!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 17]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11462952] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[The Return of the Headmaster]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Headmaster (Animated)|Henry Masterson]] ([[Kōsuke Okano]])

*'''''[[Mission Accomplished|Blast-Extinguishing Complete!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 24]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11493428] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Mission Accomplished]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, Optimus

*'''''[[Garbage In, Garbage Out|Wreck-Gar's Rampage]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 31]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11576565] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Garbage In, Garbage Out]]"
: ''Narration:'' Ratchet, [[Arcee (Animated)|Arcee]] ([[Ayahi Takagaki]])

*'''''[[Velocity (episode)|Ratings Race!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 7]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11660442] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Velocity (episode)|Velocity]]"
: ''Narration:'' Megatron

*'''''[[A Fistful of Energon|Increasing Enemies]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 14]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11744858] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[A Fistful of Energon]]"
: ''Narration:'' Lugnut, Blitzwing

*'''''[[SUV: Society of Ultimate Villainy|Swindle's Scheme]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 21]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11827215] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[SUV: Society of Ultimate Villainy]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Autoboot Camp|Double Agent]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 28]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11907088] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Autoboot Camp]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Black Friday (episode)|Heart of the Spider-woman]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 4]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11988049] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Black Friday (episode)|Black Friday]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Blackarachnia (Animated)|Blackarachnia]] ([[Ryōka Yuzuki]])

*'''''[[A Bridge Too Close, Part I|Respective Expectations]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 11]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12067298] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[A Bridge Too Close, Part I]]"
: ''Narration:'' Blitzwing, [[Blurr (Animated)|Blurr]] ([[Takahiro Sakurai]])

*'''''[[A Bridge Too Close, Part II|Enormous Power]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 18]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12143967] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[A Bridge Too Close, Part II]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, Ratchet

*'''''[[TransWarped#Part I|Sari's Secret]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 25]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12221102] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[TransWarped#Part I|TransWarped]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus]] [[Tesshō Genda|Prime]], Optimus Prime

*'''''[[TransWarped#Part II|Sari, Transform!?]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 2]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12295088] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[TransWarped#Part II|TransWarped]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee

*'''''[[TransWarped#Part III|Megatron's Invasion]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 9]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12368592] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[TransWarped#Part III|TransWarped]]"
: ''Narration:'' Sentinel, Jazz

*'''''[[Three's a Crowd|The Stubborn Dirt Boss]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 16]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12444511] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Three's a Crowd]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Where Is Thy Sting?|Wasp's Revenge]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 23]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12517851] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Where Is Thy Sting?]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, Ratchet

[[Image:Japanese_Animated_Wave1Toys_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Olé!"]]
*'''First Eleven figures''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MlspqsUXvQg]
: ''Toy segment:'' Optimus Prime and his crew of Autobots race down a city street to confront Megatron, [[Blackarachnia (Animated)|Blackarachnia]], Starscream, and... [[Lockdown (Animated)|Lockdown]]? Again? Then [[Cliffjumper (Animated)|Cliffjumper]] and [[Dirge (Animated)|Dirge]] pop up out of nowhere for the static end shot. Ooookay.

*'''"Animated" airing on {{w|Cartoon Network (Japan)|Cartoon Network Japan}}''' [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10864079] (Account required)
: Commercial for "Transformers Animated" to air on Japan's Cartoon Network starting on [[June 5]], 2010, at 6:30AM and 4:00PM. Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]]."

*'''DVD Vol. 1 Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ZEYECLvVZs]
: Tells the back story of ''Transformers Animated'', linking it to the 2007 movie. Includes footage of the Autobots working on a [[space bridge]] from "[[Transform and Roll Out]]", and the [[Transformers Evo.|Japanese intro]] to the series. Promotion of the Japanese DVD's release on [[August 6]], [[2010]], from [http://dvd.paramount.jp/tfa/ Paramount Japan's site]. Also promotes [[Sega]]'s arcade games "[[Transformers Animated: The Chase]]" and [[Transformers Animated: The Shooting]]", as well the limited mail-away prize gold-plated Deluxe Earth-mode Optimus Prime.
: ''The world will change. The future will be created...''

== [[Transformers United]] ==
*'''Transformers United DVD CM''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EejvhYAGCzE]
: A three minute promo featuring the first ten Transformers United toys. The transformations are shown being done by hand, rather than being filmed in stop motion as they usually are for Japanese commercials.

== [[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (franchise)|Transformers/Dark Side Moon]] ==
*'''MechTech Wars''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ev-uiIy_tmw]
: A promo for the Japanese exclusive [[MechTech Wars]] game. The features of the cards used in the game are highlighted along with ability to use them to play with your computer, cellphone or a game terminal. Some battle footage from the game is shown as well.

== [[Transformers: Prime (franchise)|Transformers: Prime]] ==
*'''Arms Microns''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nzuLjWMkyNU]
: [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]], [[Soundwave (WFC)]] and [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] swoop in to confront [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]], [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]], [[Bulkhead (Prime)|Bulkhead]] and [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] as they drive on a desert road. Megatron transforms and uses [[Gora]] to clash with Optimus Prime and [[O.P.]].
: ''Notes:'' This ad is mostly stop-motion animation using the toys but the fly-in of the Decepticons appears to be CGI.

== [[Transformers GT: Mission GT-R (franchise)|Transformers GT]] ==
*'''"Transformers GT is here!!"''' [https://youtu.be/gv4fu9HhpGY]
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== [[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|Transformers: Lost Age]] ==
{{note|In addition to the Japan only trailer below, there were also Japanese subtitled versions of the English teaser and payoff trailers.}}

*'''Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7SGuehFY9o]
: Uploaded [[April 24]] [[2014]]. Similar to the first Japanese trailer for ''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]'', this one begins with an introduction by a famous American associated with the film. Instead of [[Steven Spielberg]] and [[Michael Bay]], this time it's new lead actor [[Mark Wahlberg]]. Unlike his predecessors, he speaks only English. This is accompanied by Japanese subtitles. The remainder of the trailer is a heavily edited down version of the US trailer with most of the footage unique to that trailer (i.e. the footage not found in the first two US commercials) removed. Notable exceptions are the brief scene with [[Tessa Yeager|Tessa]]'s "Dad, you can't keep spending money on junk" voice over, the pan past [[Lucas Flannery]] to Optimus Prime and the scene of a Stinger transforming in front of Bumblebee.

*'''Overdubbed Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AkoLCH1yXLA]
: Uploaded [[July 3]], 2014. A 48 second mini-trailer using dubbed footage instead of subtitled footage like the first trailer. It is soundtracked with the [[Imagine Dragons]] song "[[Battle Cry]]".

*'''Destroyer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KXTQl-Cn1U]
: Uploaded [[July 1]], 2014 with the [[Commercial/Age of Extinction#TV tie-in Commercials|ESPN "Future of Soccer" ad]]. Uploaded [[July 2]] on it's own. A slightly modified version of the [[Commercial/Age of Extinction#TV spots|English language Destroyer ad]] with Tessa's "Help me!" line removed and the clip of her being caught by Bumblebee extended. This ad has English audio with subtitles.
:*'''Destroyer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_j93fLJxkhQ] (15 sec) - An edited down version of the previous ad.

*'''Desperate Situation''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkjaLWLWhMQ]
: Uploaded [[July 2]], 2014. English audio for the movie clips with Japanese subtitles. "This is not war." "Help me!" "Tessa!" "It's human extinction." "Bumblebee!" "You gotta have faith Prime, maybe not in who we are" "OH MY GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD!" "but who we can be."
:*'''Desperate Situation''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nPPlGYyb5cw] (15 sec) - An edited down version of the previous ad with Japanese audio for the movie clips.

*'''Fate''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrMV03wO-Kc]
: Uploaded July 2, 2014. English audio for the movie clips with Japanese subtitles. "Humans are hunting us, but a greater threat is coming." "He needs our help." "Why are you willing to help me?" "Because you trust me to." "Autobots, roll out!" "Promise me you're gonna keep her safe. Promise me!" "We are all targets now."
:*'''Fate''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLD8Ko8rc3Q] (15 sec) - An edited down version of the previous ad.

*'''Autobot Dispatch!''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QiGX_lSJ-Mo]
:Uploaded [[July 11]], 2014. Uses Japanese audio for the movie clips.

*'''Hurry to Theaters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPgiYmsV3U8]
: Uploaded [[July 22]], 2014. Uses Japanese audio for the movie clips.

*'''Dinosaur Extinction!''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gInzvZ2PCt4]
:Uploaded [[July 27]], 2014. Narration is in Japanese, movie clip audio is in English. "What is that?"

*'''New Dimension 3D''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yS90eyzi01U]
: Uploaded July 27, 2014. "We are all targets now." "They're here."

*'''3D Attraction''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRWM4sXsL9I]
: Uploaded [[August 3]], 2014. Japanese narration with English clips. "Whoa, whoa whoa!" "Bumblebee!"

*'''Movie Advanced Series dio story''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcqwW-G8XUQ]
: Uploaded [[May 20]], 2014. Earth is shown floating in space. This is followed by [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Leader Class toys 5|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Deluxe Class|Classic Bumblebee]] and [[Crosshairs (AOE)#Generations|Crosshairs]] transforming and rolling out from some rocky looking area. The Dinobots, [[Grimlock (AOE)#Voyager Class toys|Grimlock]], [[Slug (AOE)#Generations|Slug]] and [[Scorn#Generations|Scorn]] stomp around a similar looking area until meeting up with the Autobots. The Autobots transform to robot mode, which seems to enrage the Dinobots. The Dinobots charge the Autobots and knock them down. Prime manages to get back up, prompting the Dinobots to transform to robot mode themselves. Prime and Grimlock charge and collide in battle, leading to Optimus delivering a final blow. The blow prompts Grimlock to decide to shake hands with Optimus and be friends. The remainder of the trailer highlights the first seventeen ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (toyline)#Movie Advanced Series|Movie Advanced Series]]'' figures, grouped by movie of origin.

*'''Lost Age Series dio story''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYyChG7lga0]
: Uploaded [[July 9]], [[2014]]. Advertises mostly the One Step Changers, but also [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Age of Extinction|Battle Command Optimus Prime]], [[Grimlock (AOE)#Flip .26 Change|Big Grimlock]], [[Scorn#Robots in Disguise|Battle Attack Scorn]] and [[Strafe (AOE)#Robots in Disguise|Battle Attack Strafe]]. [[Lockdown (ROTF)#OneStepChanger|Lockdown]] is driving down a desert-ish road when he decides to stop and transform. This prompts the Autobots (except for Prime), who were driving the other direction the road, to stop and transform as well. [[Drift (AOE)#OneStepChanger|Drift]], [[Crosshairs (AOE)#OneStepChanger|Crosshairs]], [[Grimlock (AOE)#OneStepChanger|Grimlock]], and [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#OneStepChanger|Bumblebee]] all stand on top of Prime's trailer, which he has deployed into a battle station. The Autobots unleash a massive barrage of gunfire at Lockdown without making a dent. Lockdown returns the favor by blasting away the trailer and all the Autobots save Prime, who's still sitting there in truck mode. Optimus finally transforms and destroys Lockdown with a slash of his sword. The trailer ends with each of first eleven Lost Age Series toys being highlighted.

*'''Lost Age Series''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46xmW47iyfA]
: Uploaded [[July 24]], 2014. Battle Command Optimus Prime is driving along a desert road in the American southwest. Bumblebee and Drift deploy from Prime's trailer so that he can [[to sell toys|transform to robot mode for no real reason whatsoever]]. Bumblebee and Drift then follow suit and transform to their robot modes. This is followed by Hound, who was apparently there the whole time unseen, transforming. Lockdown then transforms on a black grid floating somewhere up in the clouds. Bumblebee then jumps on Prime's back before being replaced by his trailer, which is now in backpack mode. The end shot shows Optimus Prime and all the One Step Changers.

:*'''Lost Age Series (Version 2)'''
:Similar to the commercial above, and it includes an end tag of the Strongest Tag Team set (Battle Command Optimus Prime & High Octane Bumblebee).

== [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 cartoon)|Transformers Adventure]] ==

{{stub|TV spots, Trailers}}

*'''Transformers Adventure series premiere''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzMs8rzjIN4]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Pilot (Part 1)|Beginning of a New Adventure]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] ([[Ryōhei Kimura]])

*'''Transformers Adventure Series'''
: Uploaded [[March 5]], [[2015]].

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*'''Easy Dynamic Series'''
: Uploaded [[March 5]], [[2015]].

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[[File:TAV21-Optimus-Prime-Commercial.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''TAV21 Optimus Prime'''
: Uploaded [[June 30]], [[2015]].

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*'''TAV33 Optimus Prime Supreme Mode arrives!'''
: Uploaded [[October 27]], [[2015]].

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*'''TAV50 Hyper Surge Optimus Prime'''
: Uploaded [[June 14]], [[2016]].

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[[Category:Commercials|Japan]]

==[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (franchise)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]==

*'''Transformers Siege''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6zBL8_YhWE]
: Uploaded [[September 14]], [[2019]].

==''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (franchise)|Transformers: Beast Awakening]]''==

*'''"PUI PUI Molcar" × Movie "Transformers / Beast Awakening" Special Collaboration Video''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWLDMCNy44M]
: Uploaded [[July 7]], [[2023]].

:Earth's Strongest Beast, [[Potato]], joins the fight against the forces of [[Unicron]]!

==References==
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[[Image:ScrambleCityCommercialBattle.jpg|right|300px|thumb|The toy battle of your childhood dreams.]]
The uniqueness of American [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation 1]] Transformers commercials helped the line become a cultural phenomenon in the U.S. By contrast, [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s G1 commercials, or "'''CM'''"s, were considerably more generic. Commercials for ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers]]'' and ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 (toyline)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010]]'' have a distinctive Gregorian style "Trans-for-mer" chant at the end of them, but there was not much else to set them apart from other mecha toy commercials. They made use of the same type of stop motion animation that was used not only in commercials for Takara's Transformers predecessors ''[[Micro Change]]'' and ''[[Diaclone]]'' but for various other mecha toys including ''{{w|Gundam}}'', ''{{w|Voltron|GoLion}}'', and even as far back as 1975 for ''{{w|Himitsu Sentai Goranger}}''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s toyline. The stop motion style of commercial is still used by TakaraTomy as evidenced by the advertising for ''[[Transformers Animated (toyline)|Transformers Animated]]''.

Curiously, Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers and Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 commercials (even some of those not re-using US commercial footage) made use of several variations of the US [[theme song]]s, despite the fact that said theme songs were not used for the Japanese dubs of the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|cartoon]]. A few variants were even recorded specifically for the Japanese commercials, such as the one used in the first Airbots and Stuntrons ad. Later on, ''[[Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers|Beast Wars]]'' and ''[[Super Lifeform Transformers: Beast Wars Metals (franchise)|Beast Wars Metals]]'' ads would also make use of the theme song from their American counterpart.

Historically, Takara's advertising strategy has been to cover the entire toyline in some way, shape or form. This has resulted in some commercials where the toys get the bum's rush, staying on screen just long enough to show off both modes. The Beast Era has several egregious examples, in particular one ad that covers Scuba, Tasmania Kid, Big Horn, Apache, Dirge, Thrust, Starscream, BB, Megastorm and all four Autorollers for a grand total of thirteen toys! The whole line philosophy has been maintained as recently as the ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Car Robots]]'' line.

In addition to toy commercials, Takara has also advertised via promotional videos, which occasionally offered as magazine or DVD extras, that tease an upcoming series or give supplemental information. Commercials for [[Japanese themes|music singles and soundtracks]] for the various series have also aired on TV, possibly as early as ''[[Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers|Beast Wars]]''. And of course there's the commercials for ''Beast Wars'' [[Beast Wars II Sausage|sausages]]. [[Beast Wars Neo Sausage|Really]]. We wouldn't lie to you.

==Generation 1==

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (franchise)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers]]===
[[Image:Japanese_1985_Toyline_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Class of '85]]
*'''Toyline''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhQAEoxLx3A]
: ''Toy segment:'' A presumably crystal castle of unknown location and origin, holding [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]] trapped within, dissolves into thin air. Somewhere else, the [[Autobot|Cybertron]] forces spread apart to reveal a rising and not-dissolved Convoy. The [[Decepticon|Destron]] forces do the same for [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]. [[Skywarp (G1)|Warp]] and [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]] fire shots which collide in a midair explosion.
: ''Notes:'' A red [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumble]] and yellow [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliff]] are used.

*'''Convoy & Megatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ip1DDdgBoSk]
: ''Notes:'' This is a dubbed version of the American ad with some of the animation removed. The theme song is undubbed.
:*'''Convoy & Megatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQFKYlBjWDc] - Edited-down version of the previous commercial.

*'''Secret Emblem''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S02wWba6ICc]
: ''Notes:'' Uses clips from the American [[rubsign]] ad (with some reordering) mixed with clips from the "Toyline" commercial.

[[Image:Dinobots_and_Buildrons_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Dinobots & Buildrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BnE7s4SiZgY]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] and [[Constructicon (G1)|Buildtrons]] square off on an ice planet in the middle of a solar eclipse.

*'''Laserwave''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yU7W-GniMuQ]
: ''Notes:'' This commercial is the [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave/Laserwave]] segments of the U.S. "Jetfire & Shockwave" ad dubbed over. Naturally, the [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]] segments were dropped due to Takara's legal inability to sell the [[Bandai]]-owned Jetfire mold in the Japanese market. Includes an end tag for the [[Devastator (G1)|Devastor giftset]].

*'''Soundwave''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eICgREXfI0Y]
: ''Notes:'' Same as the U.S. [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] ad with the narration and kids dubbed over.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 (franchise)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010]]===
*'''[[Kabaya]] Standard kits''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQIKMSakKo8]
: ''Toy segment:'' Kits for [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]], [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]], and [[Blitzwing (G1)|Blitzwing]] are shown stop-motion transforming. Shots of the [[Blaster (G1)|Broadcast]], [[Frenzy (G1)|Frenzy]], [[Ravage (G1)|Jaguar]] and [[Silverbolt (G1)|Silverbolt]] kits in one mode fade into shots of their other mode.
: ''Notes:'' The Jaguar kit is shown in flipped colors that are accurate to the original toy instead of the final production colors.

*'''Airbots & Stuntrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-wNbtmI-OUw]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Aerialbot (G1)|Airbots]] take off from [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroflex]] and fly over a desert. They all transform to robot mode and then combine into Superion. [[Fireflight (G1)|Firebolt]] and [[Air Raid (G1)|Air Rider]] disconnect, rotate diagonally around [[Superion (G1)|Superion]]'s torso, and then reconnect as his right arm and left leg, respectively. Meanwhile, the [[Stunticon (G1)|Stuntrons]] have been driving in the desert below. They too transform to robot mode before combining into [[Menasor (G1)|Menasor]]. [[Dead End (G1)|Dead End]] and [[Drag Strip (G1)|Drag Stripe]] disconnect and rotate around Menasor's torso to become his left and right arm, respectively.
:''Scramble Power!''
:*'''Airbots & Stuntrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4j5LOYF5qhY] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Airbots & Stuntrons 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3kuIs4qHPus]
: ''Notes:'' Combines animation and footage from the U.S. Stunticons and Aerialbots commercial with footage from the Airbots and Stuntrons ad, along with a new clip of the Stuntrons designed to be a parallel to the segment where squares flip to reveal the individual Airbots.

[[Image:Magnus_and_Galvatron_Japanese_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|For red eyes, Clear Eyes is awesome.]]
*'''Ultra Magnus & Galvatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZC7nvSDY8Y]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] drives through the desert carrying Silverbolt while [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] fires on him from an overlooking cliff in cannon mode. Silverbolt takes off from Magnus's trailer, prompting Galvatron to transform to robot mode. Ultra Magnus transforms just in time to receive a REALLY ineffective flying clothesline from Galvatron.
: ''Notes:'' This is the same desert in which the previous commercial took place. Whatever celestial body this desert is on, it's in very close proximity to a ringed planet. Galvatron's cannon blasts are marked by explosions occurring near Magnus, accompanied by laser blast sounds from the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|cartoon]]. There's also a lighting effect that seems to have an external source, rather than Galvatron's own light-up gimmick. Ultra Magnus's eyes light up red despite the toy not having that ability.
:*'''Ultra Magnus & Galvatron''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/sc5.mpg] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Ultra Magnus & Galvatron 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0HD_DM2TrMg]
: ''Notes:'' Combines the animation from the U.S. Ultra Magnus and Galvatron commercial with toy footage from the first Japanese ad. The scene of Galvatron firing on Magnus has had a visual laser effect added to it.

*'''Convoy is dead! campaign (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン篇)''' aka '''2010 debut promo?''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEWF48ZGHWE]
: Several helicopters lift the sparking corpse of Convoy above [[Manhattan]].<ref name="TheAnime1986-12">ジ・アニメ 1986年12月号 VOL.85 (''The Anime'' December 1986 issue)</ref> Down below, a crowd of onlookers chant his name. This leads to a teary-eyed boy yelling "Convoy!"
:''Notes:'' Silhouettes of [[Hot Rod (G1)|Rodimus Convoy]] and other 2010 toys are shown. The end looks like it indicates it will begin airing sometime in November of that year. The campaign spot was later included on the ''[[The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix]]'' VHS and the [[Transformers: Kiss Players (franchise)|''Kiss Players'' franchise]] later heavily referenced the events of this campaign.
:*'''Convoy is dead! campaign (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン)''' aka '''2010 debut promo?''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CzrGRA_xw2o] - Edited down from the previous commercial.
:*'''Convoy is dead! campaign (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン)''' aka '''2010 debut promo?''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3739snUos4k] - A slightly different ending which looks like it gives a specific airing date of November 14th of that year

*'''Rodimus Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0rMnIf4ugvE]
: ''Animation:'' Rodimus Convoy vs Galvatron from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''.
: ''Toy segment:'' Rodimus Convoy drives through a canyon before transforming to face off with Galvatron in front of [[Kup (G1)|Cher]].
: ''Notes:'' The animation in this commercial is quite likely the first time ever that any part of the movie had been publicly shown in Japan.
:*'''Rodimus Convoy'''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fA9A8cuM9s4] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

[[Image:Animatrons_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Thunder, thunder, thunder, thunder CATS!]]
*'''Animatrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9a8nhvWixo8]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the U.S. Predacons commercial.
: ''Toy segment:'' A [[Unicron|ginormous]] Galvatron looms over the [[Decepticon|Destron]] forces. He then fires at the [[Autobot|Cybertron]] emblem from the [[scene transition]], destroying it. The [[Predacon (G1)|Animatrons]] transform from their animal modes to their robot modes and then combine into [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]].
:*'''Animatrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzFdRRXafgs] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Metroflex''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vt0eoAsDA1w]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobot]]s are shown departing from Metroflex's desert location. Elsewhere in the desert, the [[Combaticon (G1)|Combatrons]] are roaming around. Both teams combine and display their [[Scramble Power]] before meeting up with Superion and Menasor. Metroflex transforms to his mobile battle station mode and then robot mode. His shadow is seen looming over the [[combiner]]s before he rises in full view behind [[Slammer]], [[Scamper]] and [[Six-Gun]].
:*'''Metroflex''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0Iaoy8rOaY] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Metroflex, Airbots & Stuntrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDL6llPKk0M]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the American Aerialbots and Stunticons ad and the Metroplex/Combaticons ad.
: ''Toy segment:'' Scenes of Metroflex transforming and rising up, reused from the previous ad.

*'''Metroflex & Dinosaurer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_hzEGFYXSM]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the American Protectobots/Trypticon ad and the Metroplex/Combaticons ad.
: ''Toy segment:'' Metroflex transforming and rising, reused from the Metroflex ad, and a montage of Dinosaurer's various modes, reused from the American ad.
: ''Notes:'' Both versions of this ad finish with an end tag for a [[decoy|Transformers board game]].
:*'''Metroflex & Dinosaurer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ltfg62cuubQ] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

[[Image:Japanese_Watch_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|''Watch'' this!]]
*'''Watches''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7JsM3B7vOQQ]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the U.S. ads for Ultra Magnus & Galvatron and Aerialbots & Stunticons.
: ''Toy segment:'' An [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Generation 1 2|Ultra Magnus watch]] appears on the wrist of an unknown human individual. The human subsequently flips the watch into its robot mode. Watches for [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Generation 1 2|Galvatron]] and then [[Superion (G1)#Merchandise|Superion]] have their transformations demonstrated.

*'''Scramble City line''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFExuvTTyq0]
: ''Toy segment:'' Metroflex rises up from somewhere to join Slammer, Scamper and Six-Gun. Cut to a shot where we pan up to see [[Trypticon (G1)|Dinosaurer]] sitting in city mode on a plateau. After cuts to shots of Dinosaurer's dinosaur and mobile battle station modes, we see Ultra Magnus's eyes glowing red. Galvatron transforms and performs a weak flying clothesline. Superion and Menasor face off, then Bruticus and [[Defensor (G1)|Guardian]] demonstrate their Scramble Power. Menasor and Bruticus go to meet up somewhere before returning to take on Superion and Guardian. The Cybertron forces stand in a row to face off against the Destrons, who are also standing in a line, as [[Laserbeak (G1)|Condor]] and [[Buzzsaw (G1)|Buzzsaw]] swoop overhead. The whole scene is rather surreal, as the toys stand there statically while explosions go off all around them.
: ''Notes:'' An instrumental version of [[Transformer (song)|"Transformer"]] plays in the background.

*'''[[Transformers: Mystery of Convoy]] game''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_lHEfl5oPI]
: ''Notes:'' Combines animation from the U.S. Ultra Magnus toy commercial with actual game footage.

*'''Cybertron Triple Changers and Octane''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XB8VbWlccwM]
: ''Animation:'' Sandstorm and Broadside transforming, reused from the American ad; excerpt of Springer transforming from robot to helicopter taken from ''The Transformers: The Movie''.
: ''Toy segment:'' Springer flies, then drives over rocky terrain before transforming. Broadside and Sandstorm transform via split-screen slide show, then join up with Springer. Octane flies, then drives through a different rocky terrain and then transforms. All four cycle through their modes on yet another type of rocky terrain.
:*'''Cybertron Triple Changers and Octane''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNJEgFXpuTw] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)#1987 .28The Headmasters.29|The Headmasters]]===
[[Image:Headmasters_Targetmaster_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvJeATp31dw "AUUUUGHHHHHHHH!"]]]
*'''Targetmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vrZQ37l1svI]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Artfire]], [[Ricochet (Headmasters)|Stepper]], [[Crosshairs (G1)|Crosshairs]], [[Sureshot (G1)|Sureshot]] and [[Pointblank|Blanker]] drive through a desert while [[Misfire (G1)|Misfire]] flies overhead. The Cybertrons' [[Targetmaster (technology)|Targetmaster]] partners jump off a nearby cliff to join the Targetmaster Cybertrons, who have transformed.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag promoting [[Pretender]] [[Lander]].
:*'''Targetmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2of_IBzcrts] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Trainbots''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3o2EwUrmr8]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Trainbot]]s zoom along their rails in pairs until all six fly off the rails towards each other to form [[Raiden]].
:*'''Trainbots''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rgj9gY9r1c8] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Headmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pdJ7-BNyo4U]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Chromedome (G1)|Chromedome]] departs from a desert base and meets up with [[Hardhead (G1)|Hardhead]], [[Brainstorm (G1)|Brainstorm]] and [[Highbrow (G1)|Highbrow]]. They head towards the Destron [[Headmaster (technology)|Headmaster]]s [[Skullcruncher (G1)|Skull]], [[Weirdwolf (G1)|Weirdwolf]], and [[Mindwipe (G1)|Wipe]]. Chromedome transforms to robot mode, with his chest panel flipped down to reveal his stats.
:*'''Headmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ezM3eVS9iRg] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Fortress Maximus and Mega Zarak''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KcRuIhnp30]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Scorponok (G1)|Mega Zarak]] walks through the desert in scorpion mode, grabbing [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]] as the latter flies overhead. Fortress Maximus gets himself loose and transforms into robot mode. Zarak remains in scorpion mode and fires ineffectively while Fortress Maximus slashes him with the [[Master Sword]].
:*'''Fortress Maximus and Mega Zarak''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVb1U2WBzc8] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Sixshot''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_8No9I5amY]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Sixshot (G1)|Sixshot]] lands on a planet, then has his various modes counted off.
: ''Notes:'' Strangely enough, the counting is done in English.
:*'''Sixshot''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sT8F9HN0YY0] - Edited down from previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)#1988 .28Super-God Masterforce.29|Super-God Masterforce]]===
[[Image:Metalhawk_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-bi71LG38w Dum dum, dum dum...]]]
*'''Pretenders''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAInPPXjbcY]
: ''Toy segment:'' A set of very large doors swings open to reveal [[Metalhawk (G1)|Metalhawk]], who stomps forward for a bit before being confronted by the Destron Pretenders [[Blood]], [[Dauros]] and [[Gilmer]]. Metalhawk splits from his Pretender shell and swoops down at the Destrons.
:*'''Pretenders''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9S81sj_uOs] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Super Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNffM_wO0_Y]
: ''Toy segment:'' Ginrai drives down a street, only to have Buster and Hydra pop up and take pot shots at him. Ginrai responds by transforming into [[Ginrai (human)|Super Ginrai]] and firing at Buster and Hydra as they fly by.
: ''Notes:'' This commercial takes place in the same area as the previous one. Ginrai apparently has difficulty with moving targets, as he misses at least twice before ''possibly'' landing some shots.
:*'''Super Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZfjiE0X1IA] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''God Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9T-c02PiOM]
: ''Toy segment:'' Ginrai drives out of a city while towing [[Godbomber]], then transforms into [[Ginrai (human)|God Ginrai]] for [[To sell toys|some reason]].
:*'''God Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HLLcDtoYek4] - Edited down from previous commercial.

[[Image:Darkwings_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"We are the terrors that flap in the night! We are the GPS that threatens your Mega Zarak."]]
*'''Buster and Hydra''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJpFShl-i2A]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Hydra (G1)|Hydra]] and [[Buster (G1)|Buster]] pop up on top of skyscraper to see [[Ginrai (human)|Ginrai]] driving down the road. They swoop down in their separate jet modes before combining.

*'''Overlord''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i6Ss8O_dlhY]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Overlord (G1)|Overlord]] tank component rolls through a ruined city while the jet component flies towards the tank component. [[Mega]] and [[Giga]] show up to combine the components into Overlord's robot mode.
:*'''Overlord''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8h6c3WEOrVk] - Edited down from previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Victory (toyline)|Victory]]===
[[Image:Victory_Leo_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Trini, fearless and agile. The Sabertooth Tiger Dinozord will be under your command."]]
*'''Victory Leo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2Jt11bddBw]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Ginrai (robot)|Victory Leo]] runs through a war zone before transforming to robot mode.

*'''Star Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9gms4I3kLA]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Star Saber (G1)|Star Saber]] flies through an icy wasteland before transforming to robot mode.
: ''Notes:'' Some airings of this commercial included an end tag for [[Deathsaurus (G1)|Deszaras]].
:*'''Star Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ahqW2bUSJew] - Edited down from previous commercial.
:*'''Star Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLDPixwU0sY] - Edited down from previous commercial, without Deszaras ending.

*'''Victory Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rr7OirYLFCw]
: ''Toy segment:'' Victory Leo runs through a war zone before transforming to robot mode. Star Saber is there too, and they combine into [[Star Saber (G1)|Victory Saber]].
:*'''Victory Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjOCTcKzmsE] - Edited down from previous commercial.

[[Image:Brainmasters_2_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Brainmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELXsyPBq-9Y]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Blacker]], [[Laster]] and [[Braver]] drive through a desert. Blacker transforms to robot mode, then the trio combines into [[Road Caesar]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[Liokaiser]].

*'''Brainmasters 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyA7lex7OzM]
: ''Toy segment:'' Blacker, Laster and Braver drive through a desert. Laster and Braver screech to a halt, doing a 180 in the process, and transform to robot mode. Blacker flies off some rocks and transforms as well.

*'''Liokaiser & Deszaras''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2rrkmc_zzBQ]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Drillhorn (G1)|Drillhorn]], [[Jallguar]], and [[Killbison]] drive along as Deszaras, [[Guyhawk]], [[Hellbat (G1)|Hellbat]] and [[Leozack]] fly over head. The [[Breastforce]] combine into Liokaiser while Deszaras transforms to robot mode.

===[[Transformers: Zone (toyline)|Zone]]===
[[Image:Dai Atlas Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Dai Atlas''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ffXrwX-EiLo]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpt from ''[[Enter the New Supreme Commander, Dai Atlas!]]'' with [[Micromaster]]s hopping around and [[Dai Atlas (G1)|Dai Atlas]] leaping into the air to transform.
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Erector (G1)|Cragun]] finishes Dai Atlas's construction by installing his <s>[[spark]]</s> batteries. Dai Atlas scoots out of the scaffolding he was under to transform to drill tank mode. He then switches to jet mode before finally converting to base mode. The [[Super Car Patrol Team]] pours out of Dai Atlas while [[Speeder]] spins around on the gun turret like it's a merry-go-round.
: ''Notes:'' [[Missile Bull]] makes a cameo at the beginning of the toy segment.
:*'''Dai Atlas''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iKIWw6YzVf0] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Micromaster Rocket Base''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pvtd7Lwvi4w]
: ''Animation:'' Star Saber points at a huge group of Micromasters.
: ''Toy segment:'' Said group of Micromasters turns real, and the [[Rescue Patrol Team]] transform to their robot modes. [[Moonradar (G1)|Moonradar]] blasts off in the [[Rocket Base]]'s rocket while the remainder of the toy transforms from launching pad to base. [[Sunrunner (G1)|Sunrunner]], despite not having VTOL jets, lands vertically on the helicopter pad while [[Holi]] emerges from a compartment at the base of the rocket. [[Boater]] takes aim from the lower gun turret, and a large Micromaster city is shown complete with Micromasters manning the stations.
:*'''Micromaster Rocket Base''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9j10III9yuE] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Return of Convoy (toyline)|Return of Convoy]]===

*'''Sky Garry''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3M_3oo9cGks]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Sky Garry (G1)|Sky Garry]] flies over Grandus to land on a plateau in front of...Grandus? Sky Garry unloads his cargo of three Micro Trailers, one of which enters Grandus and opens to reveal [[Hubs|Lucas]]. Sky Garry transforms to robot mode.
:*'''Sky Garry''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZ4QVqcRe9o] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

[[Image:Grandus_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"This elevator could use a few windows. First floor, housewares."]]
*'''Grandus''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BysE3o_-ro4]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Grandus (G1)|Grandus]] rolls through a rocky area before opening his front panel to reveal his inner workings. A [[Micro Trailer]] enters a compartment and opens to reveal Lucas. Lucas then rides the elevator up past [[Dropshot (G1)|Dropshot]].

*'''Star Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gH0EznziFns]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Star Convoy]] drives through a rocky desert area, then transforms to base mode. Members of the [[Sixliner|Liner Team]] are seen manning the base and exiting from Micro Trailers before Star Convoy transforms to robot mode.

*'''Sixliner''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4D0z23tKgq0]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[D-Go]], [[Alan (G1)|Alan]], [[Joe (G1)|Joe]], [[Leaf]], [[Night]] and [[Spark (G1)|Spark]] play around in Dai Atlas and Grandus before forming [[Sixliner]].

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Operation Combination (toyline)|Operation Combination]]===
*'''Sixtrain''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b28uD0sm2Kw]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Desire]], [[Atlan]], [[Converter]], [[Raise]], [[San D-Go]] and [[Windy (G1)|Windy]] somehow roll through a rocky area sans rails before forming [[Sixtrain]].

==Beast Wars==
===[[Beast Wars: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Wars]]===
[[Image:BWKabaya Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Rhinox's black period.]]
*'''Kabaya toys''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Th7taJU5NI]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from [[Beast Wars (Part 2)|Beat the Destrons]].
: ''Toy segment:'' Convoy and Rhinox stand together, then face down Megatron. All three transform.

*'''Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers VHS''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/bwjap6.mpg]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from "[[Beast Wars (Part 1)|Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers]]", "[[Beast Wars (Part 2)|Beat the Destrons]]", "[[The Web|Cheetus's Crisis]]", "[[Equal Measures|Operation: Time Bomb Transfer!]]", and "[[The Trigger, Part 2|Floating Island Death Match Part 2]]".
:*'''Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers VHS''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TuFs49ZGsHc] - Keeps some of the excerpts from "Beat the Destrons" and "Cheetus's Crisis" and adds scenes from "[[Power Surge (episode)|The Aerial Mountain Explodes]]".
:*'''Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers VHS''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9NpV68mAtM] - Keeps some excerpts from "Beat the Destrons", "Operation: Time Bomb Transfer!", and "Floating Island Death Match Part 2" and adds an excerpt from "[[Chain of Command (BW)|Convoy Disappeared]]".

[[Image:Japanese BW Deluxes Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Come on Takara, did she have to give up ''that'' easily?]]
*'''Deluxes''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7_UhWEeME4]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of [[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackwidow]] and [[Tigatron]] transforming to robot mode from "[[Double Jeopardy|Kick of the Spider Woman]]" and "[[Fallen Comrades|Solitary Warrior Tigatron]]" respectively.
: ''Toy segment:'' Tigatron and Blackwidow transform and attack each other from neighboring plateaus. [[Rhinox (BW)|Rhinox]], [[Shadow Panther]], [[Wolfang (Maximal)|Howlinger]] and [[Buzz Saw (BW)|Buzz Saw]] also transform and stand on plateaus. All of Takara's Cybertron figures face off against all of Takara's Destrons.
: ''Notes:'' When we say all, we mean all. Convobat stands alongside Ultra Class Convoy while Megaligator stands alongside Megatron. Includes an end tag for the Volcano Showdown playset w/[[Armordillo|Armor]] & [[Snapper]].
:*'''Deluxes''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/bwjap2.mpg] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Home video''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/bwjap7.mpg]
: ''Notes:'' Various clips from the cartoon play as the narrator talks about the home video series.

===[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1998 (Beast Wars II)|Beast Wars II]]===
[[Image:Jointrons Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Prime plays basketball, Motorarm referees American football.]]
*'''Jointrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXMWnkRg7Uo]
: ''Toy segment:'' One at a time, the [[Jointron]]s transform and dance before combining into [[Tripledacus]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[God Neptune]].

*'''Magnaboss and God Neptune''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56BGx8Q7eXY]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Lio Junior]] and [[Lio Convoy|his dad]] stand side by side on a rocky ledge at sunset. [[Santon]] stampedes towards Lio Junior. Santon wiggles his ears and Lio stamps his paw as [[Skywarp (BW)|Skywarp]] lands on a nearby rock and flaps his wings. The trio transform and wave their weapons frantically. God Neptune then shows up, prompting the three Maximals to combine into [[Magnaboss (BWII)|Magnaboss]] in order to take him on.

[[Image:Insectron Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Insectrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0m5DTyXi9Js]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Tonbot]], [[Bigmos]] and [[Mantis]] swoop down and transform. [[Drill Nuts]], [[Powerhug (BW)|Powerhug]], and [[Scissor Boy]] burrow up from under the sand and transform.

*'''Lio Convoy and Galvatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVVcculmnhY]
: ''Toy segment:'' Lio Convoy deploys his mane arsenal as Galvatron blasts through some nearby rock in his drill tank mode. Lio Convoy transforms to robot mode and displays his [[Energon Matrix]]. Galvatron transforms to robot mode and then dragon mode before flying at Lio Convoy. Lio holds him off using his mane's spinning gimmick thing.

*'''Scuba, Tasmania Kid, Big Horn, Apache, Dirge, Thrust, Starscream, BB, Megastorm and Autorollers''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6A_ogqMXp0]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Megastorm]] maneuvers in tank mode. [[Apache]] transforms to robot mode. Megastorm follows suit and then fires at Apache. Apache's response is to raise his weapon in the air while lightning flashes behind him. Big Horn transforms. [[Starscream (BW)|Starscream]] and [[BB]] transform and BB demonstrates his cannon. [[Tasmania Kid]] transforms to robot mode. [[Dirge (BW)|Dirge]] taxis on a runway before transforming. Ikard emerges from a body of water and transforms on land. [[Thrust (BW)|Thrust]] transforms in mid-air. [[Autocrusher]], [[Autojetter]], and [[Autolauncher]] stand together on a desert road not far from a city. [[Autostinger]] rolls up behind them and transforms.

[[Image:Gigastorm Cyborg Beasts & Ikard Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Let me introduce you to my leetle friend!"]]
*'''Gigastorm, Cyborg Beasts and Ikard w/Tako Tank''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1oVJp5tQpZ0]
: ''Toy segment:'' Lio Convoy spins his mane while Galvatron lands in dragon mode. Tonbot, Bigmos and Mantis swoop down. Tripledacus just stands. Magnaboss and God Neptune clash. The [[Tako Tank]] rolls up and squirts water, then transforms to reveal its base mode and [[Ikard]] working the weapons systems. [[Gigascouter]] rolls down a ramp in [[Megastorm|Gigastorm]]'s base mode. Gigastorm transforms to dinosaur mode, stomps around and breathes fire at Ikard and the Tako Tank. [[Starscream (BW)|Hellscream]], [[BB|Max-B]], [[Dirge (BW)|Dirgegun]], and [[Thrust (BW)|Thrustor]] transform.

*'''Beast Wars II: Act 1 & 2 on VHS''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nArJP_7ZS18]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from ''Beast Wars II''.

*'''Sausages 1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VI8EgJgg6Uo]
: ''Notes:'' Advertises special [[Beast Wars II Sausage|sausages]] sold in conjunction with the ''[[Beast Wars Special Super Lifeform Transformers]]'' movie.
:*'''Sausages 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VI8EgJgg6Uo&t=0m15s] - Same as the previous commercial with an added bit about bio cards included with the sausages.

*'''Beast Wars Special Movie''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XI3J9fNA9xo]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of Metals Convoy transforming and firing his Gatling guns, Metals Megatron transforming, Lio Junior running through a forest in lion mode, Galvatron growling (we think), Lio Convoy looking and Lio Convoy and Convoy preparing for battle.

===[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1999 (Beast Wars Neo)|Beast Wars Neo]]===
[[Image:Blendtrons Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|WhY wAsPiNaToR's ShOuLdErS hUrT?]]
*'''[[Blentron]]s & Metals Powered Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=915mseGKiEs]
: ''Animation:'' Brief excepts of Metals Megatron firing at Metals [[Rattrap (BW)|Rattle]] and [[Depth Charge (BW)|Depth Charge]] turning in front of the camera.
: ''Toy segment:'' A hornet (Latolata with his lionfish head replaced by [[Waspinator (BW)|Waspinator]]'s) and a lionfish blend together to become [[Latolata]]. Latolata, [[Elphaorpha]], and [[Drancron]] face off against [[Big Convoy]] and [[Magmatron]]. [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys|Metals Powered Convoy]] raises his weapon.
: ''Notes:'' This commercial is split into two halves, with the first half covering the Blentron toys and the second half featuring Powered Convoy.

*'''Mach Kick and Archadis, Sharp Edge, Bump, Hardhead, Bazooka''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZgXAPyZRaQ]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Archadis]] transforms in mid air. [[Mach Kick]] transforms and attacks Archadis with his tail whip. [[Sharp Edge]] transforms. [[Hardhead (BW)|Hardhead]], [[Bump]] and [[Bazooka (BW)|Bazooka]] all transform.

[[Image:BWNeo Leaders Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Wheeljack said there'd be days like this.]]
*'''Big Convoy and Magmatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyJczPPQ8h4&t=18]
: ''Toy segment:'' Big Convoy and Magmatron face off in a frozen land.
: ''Notes:'' Actual explosion and sparkler effects return to denote damage inflicted on Big Convoy by Magmatron.
:*'''Big Convoy and Magmatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psjOOpsmwVg&t=18] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Sausages''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psjOOpsmwVg&t=0m30s]
: ''Notes:'' Excerpts of Big Convoy from ''[[Super Lifeform Transformers: Beast Wars Neo (cartoon)|Beast Wars Neo]]'' play in the background as the [[Tech Spec]]-type cards included with the sausages are highlighted, including an animation of a tech spec meter. The sausages themselves are shown at the very end.

[[Image:Longrack Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Edward's pet, Geoffrey Scissorhands.]]
*'''Longrack, Guiledart, Colada, and Saberback''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPtrZ2ZMe9w]
: ''Toy segment:'' Longrack transforms and attacks Guiledart with his claw weapon. Guiledart gets loose, transforms and fires at Longrack. Colada transforms, then Saberback transforms. [[Break]], [[Randy (BW)|Randy]], [[Rockbuster]], and [[Stampy (BW)|Stampy]] transform as a group. [[Crazybolt (BW)|Crazybolt]], [[Dead End (BW)|Dead End]], [[Hydra (BW)|Hydra]] and [[Sling (BW)|Sling]] transform as a group too. Stampy transforms into his scissors mode for Longrack to wield.
:*'''Longrack, Guiledart, Colada, and Saberback''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F3g7NATVWlI&t=18] - Edited down from the previous commercial.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[Heinrad (BW)|Heinrad]], highlighting his alarm clock feature.

*'''Cartoon debut promo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6PAdKLLivY]
: ''Animation:'' Not animation per se, but pans are done on stills of Big Convoy by himself, Big Convoy commanding the other [[Maximal]]s, and the Maximals standing together as a group.
: ''Notes:'' This spot advertises the series debut of the ''Beast Wars Neo'' cartoon. "[[Love For Ever: Kimi o Mamoru Tame ni]]", the [[theme song]] for ''Beast Wars Neo'', is used as background music.

===[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1999 (Beast Wars Metals)|Beast Wars Metals]]===
[[Image:Metals Leaders Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Monkey shines.]]
*'''[[Optimus Primal (BW)|Metals Convoy]] and [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]]''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eo-Dj-hZNHI]
: ''Animation:'' Very brief excerpts of a zoom-in on Convoy and Megatron turning his head.
: ''Toy segment:'' Convoy and Megatron transform and face off on a ''TRON''-style grid.
: ''Notes:'' Uses the American Beast Wars theme song as the background music track.

*'''''[[Cutting Edge|Beast Wars Metals: Convoy Daihenshin!]]'' promo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3l7GtvirFKE]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of Megatron waggling his head and firing his tail weapon at Rattle, Depth Charge walking out of the water, a [[Cyber raptor]] turning its body, Blackwidow firing from behind a rock, Rhinox blasting away, Powered Convoy transforming and flying off, and Powered Convoy extending his hand.

*'''''Beast Wars Metals: Convoy Daihenshin!'' promo #2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9m8aJNSZ0fo]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of Metals Convoy sailing in on his hoverboard before transforming, Metals Megatron transforming to flying T-Rex mode and taking off, Metals Rattle racing off, Cheetus, Rhinox and Tigatron witnessing Convoy's transmetalization, and a zoom-in on Megatron.

==[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Car Robots]]==
[[Image:Gigatron Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Car Robot Brothers and Gigatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ez58xax2gSw&t=15s]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Prowl (RID)|Mach Alert]] drives through a tunnel, [[X-Brawn|Wildride]] drives off-road, and [[Side Burn (RID)|Speedbreaker]] is on a street. Mach Alert and Wildride join Speedbreaker, and all three screech to a halt before transforming. Gigatron appears in all six modes at once before facing off with the [[Autobot Brothers|Car Robot Brothers]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for a [[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Brave Maximus]] giveaway.

*'''Super Fire Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZyL5OOXpiI]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Super Fire Convoy]] drives through a [[Global Space Bridge]] tunnel. He transforms to robot mode, then into Super Fire Convoy.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for a [[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Brave Maximus]] giveaway.

*'''Team Shinkansen''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xb3DVLswSPc]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Team Bullet Train|Team Shinkansen]] shoots down the rails before jumping into the air to transform. They combine into [[Rail Racer (RID)|JRX]] to take on [[Megatron (RID)|Gigatron]].

[[Image:Black Convoy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Buildmaster and Black Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYu46LHIDU8]
: ''Toy segment:'' The Buildmaster group works on some construction projects despite not being anywhere near an actual construction site. After they transform to robot mode, [[Scourge (RID)|Black Convoy]] appears. To combat him, the Buildmasters combine into [[Landfill (RID)|Build King]].

*'''God Magnus and Super Car Robot Brothers''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYu46LHIDU8&t=15s]
: ''Toy segment:'' God Magnus, in car carrier mode, carries the three [[Super Mode|super mode]] Car Robot Brothers, who then disembark and transform. God Magnus transforms and fires his machine guns like there's an ammo sale at S-Mart. Fire Convoy then conveniently appears so the two can form [[Omega Prime|God Fire Convoy]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for a postcard drawing for the [[Matrix Blade]].

==[[The Transformers (G1 PS2)|Transformers Tatakai]]==
[[Image:Tatakai_Trailer.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SbI_9GY9dU] (Full version)/[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0edrtrhV3Ng]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of game footage/cut scenes featuring the Destrons attacking the Cybertrons on a bridge on [[Earth]], Convoy opening his chest to reveal the Matrix, a rundown of the transformations and identities of each character, Convoy and Megatron facing off, Chromedome doing a backflip onto his [[Transtector]] body with his stats showing, [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] and [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]] transforming and driving, [[Weirdwolf (G1)|Weirdwolf]] attacking, [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] ejecting one of his tapes, Chromedome being attacked by Weirdwolf, and Galvatron battling Rodimus Convoy.
: ''Notes:'' This trailer has no vocal narration. All text in the trailer is in English, including the Transformers logo. The background music is a heavily remixed version of "[[The Transformers (Theme)]]" from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''. Some uploads of the trailer do not have the segment at the beginning with the text "A.D. 2003. We now return to" followed by the Transformers logo. The words "Coming Soon" and then the Playstation button symbols at the end are also missing from those uploads.
: ''The confrontation of the fate. A battle without an end.''

==[[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)|Legends of the Microns]]==
[[Image:ML Unicron Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|This hand and eye of mine glow with an awesome coordination!]]
*'''Unicron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z86-8vzFnd8&t=7m53s]
: ''Toy segment:'' A number of Transformers, including [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Convoy]] and [[Jetfire (Armada)|Jetfire]], fly towards Unicron, who transforms and makes his fist glow.

*'''Jet Convoy and Shockwave''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z86-8vzFnd8&t=8m08s]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Tidal Wave (Armada)|Shockwave]] flies over Convoy, then transforms and lands between him and [[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]]. Jetfire swoops in from the heavens and gets between Shockwave and Convoy. Shockwave combines with Megatron, prompting Jetfire and Convoy to form Jet Convoy. The two combiners face off.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[Overload (Armada)|Ultra Magnus]].

*'''DVD''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z86-8vzFnd8&t=8m38s]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from the [[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)|''Legends of the Microns'' cartoon]].
: ''Notes:'' [[Tailslide]] is used as an example of the bonus [[Mini-Con]] pack-ins. Features an end tag for the singles for "[[Transformer: Dream Again|TRANSFORMER -Dream Again-]]" and "[[Never Ending Road]]".

*'''Legends of the Microns "Special Secret Video: Strongest Robot Army"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=soEuIWZtXvA]
: A promotional video for the then-upcoming ''Legends of the Microns'' cartoon and toyline. It was released on a VHS tape that came with the February [[2003]] issue of ''[[TV Magazine]]''. Included in the video are profiles on Convoy, Hot Shot, [[Smokescreen (Armada)|Grap]], [[Red Alert (Armada)|Ratchet]], Megatron, [[Demolishor (Armada)|Ironhide]], [[Cyclonus (Armada)|Sandstorm]], and [[Starscream (Armada)|Starscream]]. The profiles consist mainly of their animated transformations and powerlinxing, along with their [[Tech Spec]]s. Profiles are shown for the [[Street Speed Mini-Con Team|Street Speed Microns]], [[Race Mini-Con Team|Race Microns]] and [[Air Defense Mini-Con Team (Armada)|Air Defense Microns]], consisting of their animated transformations, combinations and Tech Specs. The early releases of the [[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|''Legends of the Microns'' toyline]] are shown at the end. The first three [[Columbia Music Entertainment|''Legends of the Microns'' CD singles]] also get a mention at the end of the video.

*'''Legends of the Microns "Special Secret Video: The Enormous Robot Unicron Descends"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7w5gVxaNsoI]
: ''Notes:'' Also known as "The Coming of Unicron", this is a video promoting the appearance of [[Unicron]] in ''Legends of the Microns''. It includes a flashback to ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'' (strangely labeled as being in 1985) and toy commercials for Unicron, Jet Convoy/Shockwave and the ''Legends of the Microns'' DVDs. This video was given away on DVDs to the first 4000 customers to buy ''Legends of the Microns'' toys at [[Toys"R"Us|Toys"R"Us Japan]] stores in September of 2003.

==[[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)|Super Link]]==
[[Image:SL Autobots & Megazarak Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Hey, hey! We're Convoy's flunkies! And 'bots say we flunky around. But we're too busy linking, to put any Destrons down."]]
*'''Inferno, Hot Shot, Roadbuster, & Sky Fire''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L99PdlygmOQ] (MegaZarak end tag) / [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9CQxerRoqGY&t=59] (Landmine end tag) / [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sh1yyxoLYy0] (Galvatron end tag)
: ''Toy segment:'' The four [[Autobot|Cybertrons]] fly/drive along before transforming to robot mode. Hot Shot and Inferno [[Powerlinx|Super Link]] together, as do Roadbuster and Sky Fire. The end tag features either [[Scorponok (Energon)|MegaZarak]], [[Landmine (Energon)|Landmine]], or [[Megatron (Armada)|Galvatron]] transforming.

*'''Grand Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=np_D4EMaC14]
: ''Toy segment:'' Grand Convoy drives along with [[Inferno (Energon)|Inferno]], [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]], [[Ironhide (Energon)|Roadbuster]], and [[Jetfire (Armada)|Sky Fire]]. Grand Convoy leaps off a cliff and transforms to robot mode. He summons the [[Prime Force|Grand Force]] to form the [[Super Mode|Grand Cross]].

*'''Omega Supreme''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97vEz7XlNLE]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Omega Supreme (Energon)|Omega Supreme]] flies through the air and rides the rails before transforming to robot mode and landing near Grand Convoy. The two combine to form Powerlinx Omega Supreme.

*'''Rodimus Convoy''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/anime/sl-cm3.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Rodimus (Energon)|Rodimus Convoy]] powerlinx with [[Prowl (Energon)|Red Alert]], Hot Shot, Roadbuster, Sky Fire, and Inferno.

*'''Wing Saber''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/anime/sl-cm4.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:'' Wing Saber [[Powerlinx|Super Links]] with Grand Convoy to form Wing Convoy. Wing Convoy flies through a large group of [[Terrorcon (Energon)|Terrorcons]] so fast, they miss him and shoot each other.

[[Image:SL Special Secret Video Team Convoy.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Super Link "Special Secret Video: Super Combining Soldiers"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwgMXT0AfS0]
: ''Notes:'' A promotional video for the then-upcoming ''[[Transformers: Energon (franchise)|Super Link]]'' cartoon and toyline. It tells the back story of ''Super Link'' before going into profiles for Grand Convoy, the Grand Cross, Sky Fire, Hot Shot, Inferno, Super Linking, Roadbuster, [[Strongarm (Energon)|Blast Arm]], and [[Kicker Jones|Kicker]]. The Terrorcons and Megazarak also get a mention. The video finishes out with a photo gallery of the some of the earlier ''Super Link'' toy releases. Several pieces of concept art are shown. This video was released on a VHS tape or DVD packaged with the December 2003 issue of ''TV Magazine''.

*'''[[Transformer Superlink: Original Soundtrack Mission I|Original Soundtrack Mission I]]''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ndxw4gWE7cw]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from ''[[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)|Super Link]]''.

*'''[[Interchannel#DVDs|DVDs]]''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqZQyVR5FfY&t=18]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpt of Grand Convoy and the Grand Force forming the Grand Cross.

== [[Robotmasters (franchise)|Robotmasters]] ==
[[Image:Robot Masters commercial.jpg|thumb|200px||When it's laser time put on the 3-D shades!]]
*'''Robotmasters toyline''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/news/video/rm1.wmv], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1RiAUZabq4s]

: ''Animation:'' [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] fights [[Optimus Primal (BW)|Optimus Primal]] as [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]] takes on [[Megatron (BW)|Beast Megatron]]. Megatron's dino head bites Prime on the hand.
: ''Toy segment:'' The Destrons and Cybertrons stand around as the camera pans and cuts, then explosive effects go off around them.
: ''Notes:'' This ad was available on the DVD packed in with RM-01 Convoy and RM-21 Burning Beast Convoy.

*'''Robotmasters toyline 2''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/news/video/rm1.wmv], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3c_QJzzzbGc]
: ''Animation:'' Starscream, Convoy, Beast Convoy and Beast Megatron all strike poses.
: ''Toy segment:'' Megatron transforms amongst the other Destrons. [[Mirage (G1)|Ligier]] and the Cybertrons race toward camera. Convoy and Beast Convoy transform. The entire ''Robotmasters'' toyline stands around while laser effects are superimposed on them.
: ''Notes:'' This ad was available on the DVD packed in with RM-01 Convoy and RM-21 Burning Beast Convoy. Includes an end tag for the [[Fortress Maximus (RID)#Robotmasters 2|Cybertron City]] giveaway contest.

==[[Transformers: Cybertron (cartoon)|Galaxy Force]]==
*'''Cartoon debut promo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T70UQrQaYuE&t=18]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (cartoon)|Galaxy Force]]''.

[[Image:Galaxy Convoy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Galaxy Convoy and Nitro Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CJc0WaV5tsU&t=18]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Galaxy Convoy]] races down a city street with [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Exellion]], [[Overhaul (Cybertron)|Jackshot]] and [[Scattorshot (Cybertron)|Backpack]] and [[Jetfire (Armada)|Dreadlock]] flying overhead. Convoy transforms to robot mode, then [[Super Mode]]. He demonstrates his Force Chip-activated abilities. [[Override (Cybertron)|Nitro Convoy]] transforms.
: ''Notes:'' The Nitro Convoy segment comes from a [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyZRhuuf6Es Takara promotional video].
:*'''Galaxy Convoy and Master Megatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LXidZz5zm0&t=18] - An edited-down version of the previous commercial with the Nitro Convoy segment replaced by a [[Megatron (Armada)|Master Megatron]] segment. The Master Megatron segment comes from the same promo video as the aforementioned Nitro Convoy segment.

*'''Ligerjack & Sonic Bomber''' [http://fantofan.jp/news/video/gfad6.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:''[[Overhaul (Cybertron)|Ligerjack]] transforms to lion mode before forming Liger Convoy with Galaxy Convoy. [[Wing Saber (Energon)|Sonic Bomber]] combines with Galaxy Convoy into Sonic Convoy.
:*'''Ligerjack''' [http://fantofan.jp/news/video/gfad5.wmv] - The Ligerjack portion of the previous commercial.

[[Image:Flame Convoy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Flame Convoy''' [http://fantofan.jp/news/video/gf/gfad4.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Scourge (Cybertron)|Flame Convoy]] stomps on the ground, flips out his extra heads and spews fire before transforming.

*'''"[[Call You... Kimi to Boku no Mirai|CALL YOU... Kimi to Boku no Mirai]]" CD single''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjLqUrWxAis&t=18]
: ''Animation:'' Various ''Galaxy Force'' excerpts, including Galaxy Convoy's [[stock footage]] transformation.

*'''New Show: Transformers Galaxy Force Special Clip''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6e7AhEpGcpc]
: ''Notes:'' A demo reel with test footage of Galaxy Convoy, Master Megatron, Starscream, various Cybertrons, and [[Vector Prime]]. Originally aired on a TV in Takara's booth at the 2004 Tokyo Entertainment Market. The narration and opening theme music was replaced with Lion's rendition of the Transformers [[theme song]] for the video's release on DVD. The DVD was given away via Toys"R"Us Japan stores to the first 10,000 customers purchasing GC-01 Galaxy Convoy in December 2004.

*'''Rise! New Commander Galaxy Convoy!"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvsjngLBR54]
: ''Notes:'' Narrated by Galaxy Convoy, the video starts off by going over the back story for ''Galaxy Force''. Galaxy Convoy then starts profiling his troops [[Landmine (Energon)|Guardshell]], Exillion, Jackshot, and Backpack. He then talks about Earth and the [[Autobot|Cybertrons]]' [[human]] allies, [[Coby Hansen|Coby]], [[Bud Hansen|Bud]], and [[Lori Jiménez|Lori]]. Finally, he discusses the [[Decepticon|Destrons]] Master Megatron, Starscream and [[Thundercracker (Armada)|Thundercracker]]. This video, along with "Toy Introduction" and "Robotmasters Special Footage: [[Fight! The Group of the Strongest Commanders!]]", was released on the ''Galaxy Force'' "Special Secret DVD" packed in with the December 2004 issue of ''TV Magazine''.

*'''Toy Introduction''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T3_qAWkSRYo&t=18]
: ''Notes:'' Galaxy Convoy comments upon the early ''Galaxy Force'' toy releases and urges you to get them from your local toy retailer when they're released. This video, along with "Rise! New Commander Galaxy Convoy!" and "Robotmasters Special Footage: [[Fight! The Group of the Strongest Commanders!]]", was released on the ''Galaxy Force'' "Special Secret DVD" packed in with the December 2004 issue of ''TV Magazine''.

[[Image:GF Secret File Micron Team.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Transformers - Galaxy Force! Secret File!''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=13i8h71iF1g]
: ''Notes:'' Similar to the previous video in that Galaxy Convoy once again describes the back story of ''Galaxy Force'' and profiles his allies and enemies. This time, however, there are additional characters profiled. These include Dreadlock, Vector Prime, the [[Recon Mini-Con Team|Micron Team]], [[Clocker (Cybertron)|Skids]], [[Brakedown (Cybertron)|Autolander]], [[Ransack (Cybertron)|Gasket]], [[Crumplezone (Cybertron)|Landbullet]], Nitro Convoy, [[Snarl (Cybertron)|Fang Wolf]], and Flame Convoy. This video was released along with the "Toy Data File" as a pack-in DVD with the March 2005 issue of ''TV-Kun''.

*'''Toy Data File''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyZRhuuf6Es&t=18]
: ''Notes:'' Galaxy Convoy talks about the abilities of his allies and enemies while their toys demonstrate. Includes Galaxy Convoy, Master Megatron, [[Sideways (Armada)|Noisemaze]], Nitro Convoy, Skids, Autolander, Gasket, Landbullet, [[Dirt Boss (Cybertron)|Inch-Up]], Fang Wolf, [[Undermine (Cybertron)|Dino Shout]], and Flame Convoy. This video was released along with the "Secret File" as a pack-in DVD with the March 2005 issue of ''TV-Kun''.
:''You, go get the ''Transformers Galaxy Force'' toys too!''

==''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]''==
*'''Teaser''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LoJJI5ankhM&t=18]
:Premiered ?? 2007. Same as the English teaser trailer with the text narration and logo switched to Japanese.

[[Image:TF2007 Japanese Trailer 1 Bay & Spielberg.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer #1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FNYrYF-6Es&t=18]
:Premiered ?? 2007. Has an introduction by [[Steven Spielberg]] and [[Michael Bay]] where they speak mostly in English and what Japanese they do speak is not well pronounced. The trailer itself is an edited down (to accommodate the intro no doubt) version of the 1st full length U.S. trailer with the brief scene of [[Sam Witwicky|Sam]] and [[Mikaela Banes|Mikaela]] happening upon a recently crash landed Transformer, every scene between "And Executive Producer Steven Spielberg" and "Most will come to destroy us", and the scene of Sam being questioned by [[Barricade (Movie)|Barricade]] have been removed. The scenes of Sam and Mikaela holding hands and Starscream flying have been flipped. The scenes between [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] jetting and [[Bonecrusher (Movie)|Bonecrusher]] destroying the bus have all been removed except the scene of [[William Lennox|Lennox]] holding [[Jorge Figueroa|Fig]]'s hand. In their place, a scene with [[Scorponok (Movie)|Scorponok]] has been added in. The text narration has been changed to Japanese and Japanese subtitles have been added.

[[Image:TF2007 Transforming Pen Ad.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer #2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXBX7SDF3vA]
:Premiered 26 June 2007. Similar progression of scenes to the first theatrical trailer, but using many new scenes which had not been used in promotional spots up to that point. Features an ad for a Transformers-themed transforming pen at the end of the trailer.

*'''TV spot #1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdtXu9jO6Jg&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. Same as the English language spot "Hidden" with text narration in Japanese. Has the same transforming pen end tag as trailer #2.

[[Image:Movie Blackout SOCCENT.JPG|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Super Event(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yGv0Ycfk-CA]
:Air date ?? July 2007. Same as the English language spot "Everything Changes" with the text narration changed to Japanese. Keeps the English announcer's "Transformers" at the end, albeit with the 's' cut off.
:*'''Super Event(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3XMi8KtWKAU&t=18] - Edited down version of the previous commercial.

*'''Countdown (?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WpS_eLLzwjk&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "What you're about to see, is totally classified." "Dear god, what is this?" "WE'RE UNDER ATTACK!" "We're facing war against a civilization far superior to our own." "Our enemy could take any shape. They could be anywhere." "GO GO GO GO!" "NO NO NO MOVE!" "INCOMING!" "What is that?" "BRING IT!"

*'''Transform(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKBL37awhd8&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "My god." "Cool mom!" Features a clip of Frenzy transforming into Mikaela's cellphone that isn't used in any other promos.
:*'''Transform(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Ni-4eiRM_Q&t=18] - Edited down version of the previous commercial.

*'''Action(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9QH1Y0LPimU&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "My god." Features [[Blackout (Movie)|Blackout]] in [[Mission City]], Scorponok chasing the soldiers, Sam retreating from Barricade, Starscream flying and Sam running from [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]]. Utilizes Linkin Park's "[[What I've Done]]" as background music.

*'''Drama''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3WpTGXC3Zq0]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "We're facing war against a civilization far superior to our own." "Good luck to us all."

[[Image:Steering wheel robot.JPG|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''TV Spot #6''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie08.html]
:Air date ?? July 2007. Has no narration of any kind. Uses a number of scenes not used in other ads including Bumblebee being restrained under [[Hoover Dam]] by [[Sector Seven]], [[Nokia-bot]] knocking itself out, and the [[steering wheel robot]] attacking the socialite.

*'''#1 Movie''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie10.html]
:Air date ?? August 2007. Same as the 15 second version of "Transform" with a caption promote the movie's status as the #1 film in Japan under the opening scenes featuring Frenzy.

*'''#1 Movie version 2''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie11.html]
:Air date ?? August 2007. Same as "Action" with a caption promoting the movie's status as the #1 film in Japan under the scenes of Scorponok chasing the soldiers, Barricade interrogating Sam, Starscream transforming and flying off and Megatron busting through the floor of a building in pursuit of Sam.

*'''#1 Movie version 3''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie12.html]
:Air date ?? August 2007. Same as "Drama" with a caption to promote the movie's status as the #1 film in Japan under the opening scenes.

*'''Transformers: The Game (PS3)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40IodoQRp4E&t=18]
:Air date ?? June 2007. Features clips of Starscream flying under and flipping onto a bridge and the end of [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]]'s first transformation from the [[Transformers (film)|movie]]. Game footage is almost exclusively of fighting or destruction.

[[Image:Core Movie Figures Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Movie toys (Kids)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MlZuLDfOa9I]
: ''Notes:'' This is an edited down and dubbed version of the U.S. "Movie core characters" spot.
:*'''Movie toys (Adult)''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video02.html] - Same as the above commercial but with the "Transformers" sound clip replaced with a similar clip from the Japanese Generation One commercials.

*'''Optimus Prime''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/videosp.html]
: ''Notes:'' The old Japanese "Trans-for-mer!" soundbyte plays before the [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation One]] [[logo]] flips to the movie style logo and scenes from the film are played. Optimus Prime transforms. This was a web only commercial.

*'''Optimus Prime 2''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video03.html]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]] from ''[[The Transformers (cartoon)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!]]''.
: ''Toy segment:'' The "Trans-for-mer!" soundbyte plays before [[Optimus Prime (G1)|G1 Convoy]] transforms next to an inset of his animated Transformation. A [[scene transition]] occurs with the G1 sound effect and the frame flipping to show the movie style logo and a scene from the film. Optimus Prime transforms.
: ''Notes:'' The Optimus Prime transformation is reused from the previous ad. This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

[[Image:TF2007 Bumblebee Japanese Web Ad.jpg|right|200px|thumb|*Yakety Sax plays*]]
*'''Bumblebee''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video04.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumble]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' The Bumble toy is transformed to comedy musical accompaniment before a scene change to 70's Camaro Bumblebee being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

*'''Megatron''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video05.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' The G1 Megatron toy (minus the stock and silencer) is transformed to laid back rock music before a scene change to Movie Megatron being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

*'''Starscream''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video06.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' [[The Transformers Collection]] [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Transformers Collection|version]] of the G1 Starscream toy is transformed to laid back rock music before a scene change to Movie Starscream being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

*'''Autobot Jazz''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video07.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' Meister is transformed to laid back rock music before a scene change to [[Jazz (Movie)|Autobot Jazz]] being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

==''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Transformers: Revenge]]''==
[[Image:rotf-paris.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer 1''' [http://www.tf-revenge.jp/video/]
Premiered ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. teaser trailer but with Japanese text narration and subtitles.

*'''Trailer 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9EyMhtegKoo&t=18]
Premiered 19(?) May 2009. Same as the first full U.S. trailer with Japanese text narration and subtitles.

*'''TV CM1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XjqhJ8AE8eg]
Air date ?? 2009. "It's not over." "BUMBLEBEE!"

[[Image:Ravagerotfteaser.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''TV CM2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AwfJhhq_NeE]
Air date ?? 2009. "You don't stop, you don't hide. You run." "Sam!"

*'''TV CM3''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnWgEIkZn-Q]
Air date ?? 2009. "Aughh!" "Sam!" "WE GOT A WHOLE LOTTA FIGHT COMIN OUR WAY!" "You don't stop, you don't hide. You run."

*'''Web CM1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NqOxzUZtskA]
Online spot released ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. TV spot "Fate" with Japanese subtitles and text narration. Retains the English vocal narration "Transformers. A Michael Bay film."

[[Image:Rotf_t2_egyptpyramids.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Web CM2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nd9E6Om-wto]
Online spot released ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. TV spot "Team Kids" with Japanese subtitles and text narration. The English vocal narration is retained with the line "Only one team... will transform your summer" changed to "Only one team... will transform your world."

*'''Web CM3''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jvMOYAVK3k8]
Online spot released ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. TV Spot "Destiny" with Japanese subtitles and text narration. Retains the English vocal narration at the end.

*'''ROTF on TV Asahi''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2skqfPqKoQ&t=18]
: ''Notes:'' 15 second ad for the ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen]]'' film airing at 10 on TV Asahi. Features [[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]] busting out of Sam's garage and [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]] hanging onto [[Demolishor (ROTF)|Demolishor]]. The narration has had a heavy flanging effect applied to it.
[[Image:Japanese ROTF Toy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]

*'''Movie Characters and Gravity Bots''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rtuvvm2dUok&t=18]
: ''Toy segment:'' Megatron and the Decepticons attack a city. Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] and [[Sideswipe (Movie)|Sideswipe]] roll to the rescue! Optimus Prime transforms and shows off his [[Dual Energon Swords]]. The end segment shows two individuals demonstrating the transformations of [[Gravity Bot]]s Optimus Prime and Bumblebee.
: ''Notes:'' Includes a brief clip from the movie of Bumblebee firing his cannon.
{{-}}

==[[Transformers Animated (cartoon)#Japanese release|Transformers Animated]]==
*'''15-second commercial''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHz9fIwn6Hg] (March [[2010]])
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 1"
: ''Narration:'' [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus Prime]] ([[Hiroki Takahashi]])
: ''Hello, good children, are all of you well? I am Optimus Prime. I'm an Autobot leader who fights for the sake of protecting peace.'' Transformers Animated ''begins on April 3 at 8am.''

*'''30-second commercial after ''[[Rescue Fire|Tomica Hero: Rescue Fire]]''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s epilogue''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVe33iVGoCk] ([[March 26]], [[2010]])
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 1"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus Prime, [[Bumblebee (Animated)|Bumblebee]] ([[Daisuke Kishio]]), [[Megatron (Animated)|Megatron]] ([[Norio Wakamoto]])
: Bumblebee: *sigh*''Rescue Fire''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s over...
: Optimus: ''Rescue Fire'' sure was fun.
: Bumblebee: I loved Ritsuka-chan.
: Optimus: Everyone, ''Rescue Fire'' may be over, but next week ''Transformers Animated'' starts!
: Bumblebee: You'll all watch, right?
: Megatron: If you don't, I'm haunting your dreams.
: Optimus: It's you, Megatron!
: Megatron: What's the matter, Optimus Prime?
: Bumblebee: What are you here for?!
: Megatron: To promote the show!
: Optimus: Then, just this once, let's shake hands
: Megatron: I refuse. ''Transformers Animated''! Be sure to watch!
: Optimus: That should my line!
: Bumblebee: You'll watch, right?!

{{note|The commercials below are the online previews that differ slightly from their on-air version in terms of what's spoken by whom.}}

*'''''[[Transform and Roll Out|The Heroes Are Called Autobots]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 3]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10269744] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 2"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, [[Bulkhead (Animated)|Ironhide]] ([[Kenta Miyake]])
: Bumblebee: I'm Bumblebee! Oh slag! There's a big monster on the rampage, Ironhide! ("big" = "dekai" でかい or "dekkai" でっかい)
: Ironhide: Big is Hokkaido! Hokkaido is big! (''Dekkaido wa Hokkaidō! Hokkaidō wa dekkaido!'')
: Bumblebee: ''Transformers Animated'' on [[April 10]], Saturday, at 8am!

*'''''[[Transform and Roll Out|Secret of the AllSpark]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 10]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10340849] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 3"
: ''Narration:'' [[Starscream (Animated)|Starscream]] ([[Jin Yamanoi]])

*'''''[[Sound and Fury|The Great Sound Wave Operation]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 17]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10414077] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Sound and Fury]]"
: ''Narration:'' Megatron

*'''''[[The Thrill of the Hunt|Don't Wipe Away the Memories]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 24]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10487880] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[The Thrill of the Hunt]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus

*'''''[[Home Is Where the Spark Is|The Immortal Megatron]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 30]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10565793] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Home Is Where the Spark Is]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus and Ironhide
: Optimus: Try saying "Transformers Animated" very fast!
: Ironhide: Transformers Animated! Transformers Animated! Transformers Animated! Transformers Anima-pukka! Eh-heh...
: Optimus: "Transformers Animated!"
: Ironhide: Said it.

*'''''[[Total Meltdown|Challenge of the Burning Giant]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 7]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10647723] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Total Meltdown]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Meltdown (Animated)|Prometheus Black]] ([[Fumihiko Tachiki]])

*'''''[[Blast from the Past|Birth of the Dinobots!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 15]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10723545] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Blast from the Past]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus

*'''''[[Nanosec (episode)|Trap Time]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 22]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10800404] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Nanosec (episode)|Nanosec]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Nanosec]] ([[Takehito Koyasu]]), Bumblebee, Ratchet

*'''''[[Along Came a Spider|Shadow of the Spider-Woman]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 29]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10878866] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Along Came a Spider]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus

*'''''[[Lost and Found (episode)|Fierce Battle at the Bottom of the Lake]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 5]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10956385] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Lost and Found (episode)|Lost and Found]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Blitzwing (Animated)|Blitzwing]] ([[Yūichi Nagashima]])

*'''''[[Survival of the Fittest|Showdown! Dinobots]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 12]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11038363] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Survival of the Fittest]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Grimlock (Animated)|Grimlock]] ([[Keiji Fujiwara]]), [[Swoop (Animated)|Swoop]] ([[Nobuo Tobita]]), [[Snarl (Animated)|Snarl]]

*'''''[[Headmaster (episode)|Rein in the Headmaster!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 19]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11110782] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Headmaster (episode)|Headmaster]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Sari Sumdac (Animated)|Sari Sumdac]] ([[Satomi Akesaka]]), Bumblebee, Ironhide, Prowl, Ratchet, Optimus Prime

*'''''[[Megatron Rising - Part 1|Megatron's Resurrection, Part 1]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 26]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11187052] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Megatron Rising - Part 1]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Megatron Rising - Part 2|Megatron's Resurrection, Part 2]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 3]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11260494] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Megatron Rising - Part 2]]"
: ''Narration:'' Blitzwing, [[Lugnut (Animated)|Lugnut]] ([[Kentarō Itō]])

*'''''[[The Elite Guard|Elite Guard]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 10]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11336980] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[The Elite Guard]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Sentinel Prime (Animated)|Sentinel]] ([[Junichi Suwabe]]), [[Jazz (Animated)|Jazz]] ([[Hideo Ishikawa]])

*'''''[[The Return of the Headmaster|Headmaster, Once Again!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 17]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11462952] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[The Return of the Headmaster]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Headmaster (Animated)|Henry Masterson]] ([[Kōsuke Okano]])

*'''''[[Mission Accomplished|Blast-Extinguishing Complete!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 24]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11493428] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Mission Accomplished]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, Optimus

*'''''[[Garbage In, Garbage Out|Wreck-Gar's Rampage]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 31]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11576565] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Garbage In, Garbage Out]]"
: ''Narration:'' Ratchet, [[Arcee (Animated)|Arcee]] ([[Ayahi Takagaki]])

*'''''[[Velocity (episode)|Ratings Race!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 7]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11660442] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Velocity (episode)|Velocity]]"
: ''Narration:'' Megatron

*'''''[[A Fistful of Energon|Increasing Enemies]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 14]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11744858] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[A Fistful of Energon]]"
: ''Narration:'' Lugnut, Blitzwing

*'''''[[SUV: Society of Ultimate Villainy|Swindle's Scheme]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 21]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11827215] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[SUV: Society of Ultimate Villainy]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Autoboot Camp|Double Agent]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 28]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11907088] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Autoboot Camp]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Black Friday (episode)|Heart of the Spider-woman]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 4]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11988049] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Black Friday (episode)|Black Friday]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Blackarachnia (Animated)|Blackarachnia]] ([[Ryōka Yuzuki]])

*'''''[[A Bridge Too Close, Part I|Respective Expectations]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 11]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12067298] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[A Bridge Too Close, Part I]]"
: ''Narration:'' Blitzwing, [[Blurr (Animated)|Blurr]] ([[Takahiro Sakurai]])

*'''''[[A Bridge Too Close, Part II|Enormous Power]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 18]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12143967] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[A Bridge Too Close, Part II]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, Ratchet

*'''''[[TransWarped#Part I|Sari's Secret]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 25]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12221102] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[TransWarped#Part I|TransWarped]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus]] [[Tesshō Genda|Prime]], Optimus Prime

*'''''[[TransWarped#Part II|Sari, Transform!?]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 2]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12295088] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[TransWarped#Part II|TransWarped]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee

*'''''[[TransWarped#Part III|Megatron's Invasion]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 9]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12368592] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[TransWarped#Part III|TransWarped]]"
: ''Narration:'' Sentinel, Jazz

*'''''[[Three's a Crowd|The Stubborn Dirt Boss]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 16]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12444511] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Three's a Crowd]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Where Is Thy Sting?|Wasp's Revenge]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 23]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12517851] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Where Is Thy Sting?]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, Ratchet

[[Image:Japanese_Animated_Wave1Toys_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Olé!"]]
*'''First Eleven figures''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MlspqsUXvQg]
: ''Toy segment:'' Optimus Prime and his crew of Autobots race down a city street to confront Megatron, [[Blackarachnia (Animated)|Blackarachnia]], Starscream, and... [[Lockdown (Animated)|Lockdown]]? Again? Then [[Cliffjumper (Animated)|Cliffjumper]] and [[Dirge (Animated)|Dirge]] pop up out of nowhere for the static end shot. Ooookay.

*'''"Animated" airing on {{w|Cartoon Network (Japan)|Cartoon Network Japan}}''' [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10864079] (Account required)
: Commercial for "Transformers Animated" to air on Japan's Cartoon Network starting on [[June 5]], 2010, at 6:30AM and 4:00PM. Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]]."

*'''DVD Vol. 1 Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ZEYECLvVZs]
: Tells the back story of ''Transformers Animated'', linking it to the 2007 movie. Includes footage of the Autobots working on a [[space bridge]] from "[[Transform and Roll Out]]", and the [[Transformers Evo.|Japanese intro]] to the series. Promotion of the Japanese DVD's release on [[August 6]], [[2010]], from [http://dvd.paramount.jp/tfa/ Paramount Japan's site]. Also promotes [[Sega]]'s arcade games "[[Transformers Animated: The Chase]]" and [[Transformers Animated: The Shooting]]", as well the limited mail-away prize gold-plated Deluxe Earth-mode Optimus Prime.
: ''The world will change. The future will be created...''

== [[Transformers United]] ==
*'''Transformers United DVD CM''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EejvhYAGCzE]
: A three minute promo featuring the first ten Transformers United toys. The transformations are shown being done by hand, rather than being filmed in stop motion as they usually are for Japanese commercials.

== [[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (franchise)|Transformers/Dark Side Moon]] ==
*'''MechTech Wars''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ev-uiIy_tmw]
: A promo for the Japanese exclusive [[MechTech Wars]] game. The features of the cards used in the game are highlighted along with ability to use them to play with your computer, cellphone or a game terminal. Some battle footage from the game is shown as well.

== [[Transformers: Prime (franchise)|Transformers: Prime]] ==
*'''Arms Microns''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nzuLjWMkyNU]
: [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]], [[Soundwave (WFC)]] and [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] swoop in to confront [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]], [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]], [[Bulkhead (Prime)|Bulkhead]] and [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] as they drive on a desert road. Megatron transforms and uses [[Gora]] to clash with Optimus Prime and [[O.P.]].
: ''Notes:'' This ad is mostly stop-motion animation using the toys but the fly-in of the Decepticons appears to be CGI.

== [[Transformers GT: Mission GT-R (franchise)|Transformers GT]] ==
*'''"Transformers GT is here!!"''' [https://youtu.be/gv4fu9HhpGY]
{{stub}}

== [[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|Transformers: Lost Age]] ==
{{note|In addition to the Japan only trailer below, there were also Japanese subtitled versions of the English teaser and payoff trailers.}}

*'''Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7SGuehFY9o]
: Uploaded [[April 24]] [[2014]]. Similar to the first Japanese trailer for ''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]'', this one begins with an introduction by a famous American associated with the film. Instead of [[Steven Spielberg]] and [[Michael Bay]], this time it's new lead actor [[Mark Wahlberg]]. Unlike his predecessors, he speaks only English. This is accompanied by Japanese subtitles. The remainder of the trailer is a heavily edited down version of the US trailer with most of the footage unique to that trailer (i.e. the footage not found in the first two US commercials) removed. Notable exceptions are the brief scene with [[Tessa Yeager|Tessa]]'s "Dad, you can't keep spending money on junk" voice over, the pan past [[Lucas Flannery]] to Optimus Prime and the scene of a Stinger transforming in front of Bumblebee.

*'''Overdubbed Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AkoLCH1yXLA]
: Uploaded [[July 3]], 2014. A 48 second mini-trailer using dubbed footage instead of subtitled footage like the first trailer. It is soundtracked with the [[Imagine Dragons]] song "[[Battle Cry]]".

*'''Destroyer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KXTQl-Cn1U]
: Uploaded [[July 1]], 2014 with the [[Commercial/Age of Extinction#TV tie-in Commercials|ESPN "Future of Soccer" ad]]. Uploaded [[July 2]] on it's own. A slightly modified version of the [[Commercial/Age of Extinction#TV spots|English language Destroyer ad]] with Tessa's "Help me!" line removed and the clip of her being caught by Bumblebee extended. This ad has English audio with subtitles.
:*'''Destroyer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_j93fLJxkhQ] (15 sec) - An edited down version of the previous ad.

*'''Desperate Situation''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkjaLWLWhMQ]
: Uploaded [[July 2]], 2014. English audio for the movie clips with Japanese subtitles. "This is not war." "Help me!" "Tessa!" "It's human extinction." "Bumblebee!" "You gotta have faith Prime, maybe not in who we are" "OH MY GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD!" "but who we can be."
:*'''Desperate Situation''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nPPlGYyb5cw] (15 sec) - An edited down version of the previous ad with Japanese audio for the movie clips.

*'''Fate''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrMV03wO-Kc]
: Uploaded July 2, 2014. English audio for the movie clips with Japanese subtitles. "Humans are hunting us, but a greater threat is coming." "He needs our help." "Why are you willing to help me?" "Because you trust me to." "Autobots, roll out!" "Promise me you're gonna keep her safe. Promise me!" "We are all targets now."
:*'''Fate''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLD8Ko8rc3Q] (15 sec) - An edited down version of the previous ad.

*'''Autobot Dispatch!''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QiGX_lSJ-Mo]
:Uploaded [[July 11]], 2014. Uses Japanese audio for the movie clips.

*'''Hurry to Theaters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPgiYmsV3U8]
: Uploaded [[July 22]], 2014. Uses Japanese audio for the movie clips.

*'''Dinosaur Extinction!''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gInzvZ2PCt4]
:Uploaded [[July 27]], 2014. Narration is in Japanese, movie clip audio is in English. "What is that?"

*'''New Dimension 3D''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yS90eyzi01U]
: Uploaded July 27, 2014. "We are all targets now." "They're here."

*'''3D Attraction''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRWM4sXsL9I]
: Uploaded [[August 3]], 2014. Japanese narration with English clips. "Whoa, whoa whoa!" "Bumblebee!"

*'''Movie Advanced Series dio story''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcqwW-G8XUQ]
: Uploaded [[May 20]], 2014. Earth is shown floating in space. This is followed by [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Leader Class toys 5|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Deluxe Class|Classic Bumblebee]] and [[Crosshairs (AOE)#Generations|Crosshairs]] transforming and rolling out from some rocky looking area. The Dinobots, [[Grimlock (AOE)#Voyager Class toys|Grimlock]], [[Slug (AOE)#Generations|Slug]] and [[Scorn#Generations|Scorn]] stomp around a similar looking area until meeting up with the Autobots. The Autobots transform to robot mode, which seems to enrage the Dinobots. The Dinobots charge the Autobots and knock them down. Prime manages to get back up, prompting the Dinobots to transform to robot mode themselves. Prime and Grimlock charge and collide in battle, leading to Optimus delivering a final blow. The blow prompts Grimlock to decide to shake hands with Optimus and be friends. The remainder of the trailer highlights the first seventeen ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (toyline)#Movie Advanced Series|Movie Advanced Series]]'' figures, grouped by movie of origin.

*'''Lost Age Series dio story''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYyChG7lga0]
: Uploaded [[July 9]], [[2014]]. Advertises mostly the One Step Changers, but also [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Age of Extinction|Battle Command Optimus Prime]], [[Grimlock (AOE)#Flip .26 Change|Big Grimlock]], [[Scorn#Robots in Disguise|Battle Attack Scorn]] and [[Strafe (AOE)#Robots in Disguise|Battle Attack Strafe]]. [[Lockdown (ROTF)#OneStepChanger|Lockdown]] is driving down a desert-ish road when he decides to stop and transform. This prompts the Autobots (except for Prime), who were driving the other direction the road, to stop and transform as well. [[Drift (AOE)#OneStepChanger|Drift]], [[Crosshairs (AOE)#OneStepChanger|Crosshairs]], [[Grimlock (AOE)#OneStepChanger|Grimlock]], and [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#OneStepChanger|Bumblebee]] all stand on top of Prime's trailer, which he has deployed into a battle station. The Autobots unleash a massive barrage of gunfire at Lockdown without making a dent. Lockdown returns the favor by blasting away the trailer and all the Autobots save Prime, who's still sitting there in truck mode. Optimus finally transforms and destroys Lockdown with a slash of his sword. The trailer ends with each of first eleven Lost Age Series toys being highlighted.

*'''Lost Age Series''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46xmW47iyfA]
: Uploaded [[July 24]], 2014. Battle Command Optimus Prime is driving along a desert road in the American southwest. Bumblebee and Drift deploy from Prime's trailer so that he can [[to sell toys|transform to robot mode for no real reason whatsoever]]. Bumblebee and Drift then follow suit and transform to their robot modes. This is followed by Hound, who was apparently there the whole time unseen, transforming. Lockdown then transforms on a black grid floating somewhere up in the clouds. Bumblebee then jumps on Prime's back before being replaced by his trailer, which is now in backpack mode. The end shot shows Optimus Prime and all the One Step Changers.

:*'''Lost Age Series (Version 2)'''
:Similar to the commercial above, and it includes an end tag of the Strongest Tag Team set (Battle Command Optimus Prime & High Octane Bumblebee).

== [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 cartoon)|Transformers Adventure]] ==

{{stub|TV spots, Trailers}}

*'''Transformers Adventure series premiere''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzMs8rzjIN4]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Pilot (Part 1)|Beginning of a New Adventure]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] ([[Ryōhei Kimura]])

*'''Transformers Adventure Series'''
: Uploaded [[March 5]], [[2015]].

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*'''Easy Dynamic Series'''
: Uploaded [[March 5]], [[2015]].

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[[File:TAV21-Optimus-Prime-Commercial.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''TAV21 Optimus Prime'''
: Uploaded [[June 30]], [[2015]].

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*'''TAV33 Optimus Prime Supreme Mode arrives!'''
: Uploaded [[October 27]], [[2015]].

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*'''TAV50 Hyper Surge Optimus Prime'''
: Uploaded [[June 14]], [[2016]].

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[[Category:Commercials|Japan]]

==[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (franchise)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]==

*'''Transformers Siege''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6zBL8_YhWE]
: Uploaded [[September 14]], [[2019]].

==''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (franchise)|Transformers: Beast Awakening]]''==

*'''"PUI PUI Molcar" × Movie "Transformers / Beast Awakening" Special Collaboration Video''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWLDMCNy44M]
: Uploaded [[July 7]], [[2023]].

:Earth's Strongest Beast, [[Potato]], joins the fight against the forces of [[Unicron]]!

==References==
{{reflist}}

Commercial/Japan

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[[Image:ScrambleCityCommercialBattle.jpg|right|300px|thumb|The toy battle of your childhood dreams.]]
The uniqueness of American [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation 1]] Transformers commercials helped the line become a cultural phenomenon in the U.S. By contrast, [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s G1 commercials, or "'''CM'''"s, were considerably more generic. Commercials for ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers]]'' and ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 (toyline)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010]]'' have a distinctive Gregorian style "Trans-for-mer" chant at the end of them, but there was not much else to set them apart from other mecha toy commercials. They made use of the same type of stop motion animation that was used not only in commercials for Takara's Transformers predecessors ''[[Micro Change]]'' and ''[[Diaclone]]'' but for various other mecha toys including ''{{w|Gundam}}'', ''{{w|Voltron|GoLion}}'', and even as far back as 1975 for ''{{w|Himitsu Sentai Goranger}}''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s toyline. The stop motion style of commercial is still used by TakaraTomy as evidenced by the advertising for ''[[Transformers Animated (toyline)|Transformers Animated]]''.

Curiously, Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers and Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 commercials (even some of those not re-using US commercial footage) made use of several variations of the US [[theme song]]s, despite the fact that said theme songs were not used for the Japanese dubs of the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|cartoon]]. A few variants were even recorded specifically for the Japanese commercials, such as the one used in the first Airbots and Stuntrons ad. Later on, ''[[Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers|Beast Wars]]'' and ''[[Super Lifeform Transformers: Beast Wars Metals (franchise)|Beast Wars Metals]]'' ads would also make use of the theme song from their American counterpart.

Historically, Takara's advertising strategy has been to cover the entire toyline in some way, shape or form. This has resulted in some commercials where the toys get the bum's rush, staying on screen just long enough to show off both modes. The Beast Era has several egregious examples, in particular one ad that covers Scuba, Tasmania Kid, Big Horn, Apache, Dirge, Thrust, Starscream, BB, Megastorm and all four Autorollers for a grand total of thirteen toys! The whole line philosophy has been maintained as recently as the ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Car Robots]]'' line.

In addition to toy commercials, Takara has also advertised via promotional videos, which occasionally offered as magazine or DVD extras, that tease an upcoming series or give supplemental information. Commercials for [[Japanese themes|music singles and soundtracks]] for the various series have also aired on TV, possibly as early as ''[[Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers|Beast Wars]]''. And of course there's the commercials for ''Beast Wars'' [[Beast Wars II Sausage|sausages]]. [[Beast Wars Neo Sausage|Really]]. We wouldn't lie to you.

==Generation 1==

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (franchise)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers]]===
[[Image:Japanese_1985_Toyline_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Class of '85]]
*'''Toyline''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhQAEoxLx3A]
: ''Toy segment:'' A presumably crystal castle of unknown location and origin, holding [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]] trapped within, dissolves into thin air. Somewhere else, the [[Autobot|Cybertron]] forces spread apart to reveal a rising and not-dissolved Convoy. The [[Decepticon|Destron]] forces do the same for [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]. [[Skywarp (G1)|Warp]] and [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]] fire shots which collide in a midair explosion.
: ''Notes:'' A red [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumble]] and yellow [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliff]] are used.

*'''Convoy & Megatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ip1DDdgBoSk]
: ''Notes:'' This is a dubbed version of the American ad with some of the animation removed. The theme song is undubbed.
:*'''Convoy & Megatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQFKYlBjWDc] - Edited-down version of the previous commercial.

*'''Secret Emblem''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S02wWba6ICc]
: ''Notes:'' Uses clips from the American [[rubsign]] ad (with some reordering) mixed with clips from the "Toyline" commercial.

[[Image:Dinobots_and_Buildrons_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Dinobots & Buildrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BnE7s4SiZgY]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] and [[Constructicon (G1)|Buildtrons]] square off on an ice planet in the middle of a solar eclipse.

*'''Laserwave''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yU7W-GniMuQ]
: ''Notes:'' This commercial is the [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave/Laserwave]] segments of the U.S. "Jetfire & Shockwave" ad dubbed over. Naturally, the [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]] segments were dropped due to Takara's legal inability to sell the [[Bandai]]-owned Jetfire mold in the Japanese market. Includes an end tag for the [[Devastator (G1)|Devastor giftset]].

*'''Soundwave''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eICgREXfI0Y]
: ''Notes:'' Same as the U.S. [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] ad with the narration and kids dubbed over.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 (franchise)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010]]===
*'''[[Kabaya]] Standard kits''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQIKMSakKo8]
: ''Toy segment:'' Kits for [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]], [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]], and [[Blitzwing (G1)|Blitzwing]] are shown stop-motion transforming. Shots of the [[Blaster (G1)|Broadcast]], [[Frenzy (G1)|Frenzy]], [[Ravage (G1)|Jaguar]] and [[Silverbolt (G1)|Silverbolt]] kits in one mode fade into shots of their other mode.
: ''Notes:'' The Jaguar kit is shown in flipped colors that are accurate to the original toy instead of the final production colors.

*'''Airbots & Stuntrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-wNbtmI-OUw]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Aerialbot (G1)|Airbots]] take off from [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroflex]] and fly over a desert. They all transform to robot mode and then combine into Superion. [[Fireflight (G1)|Firebolt]] and [[Air Raid (G1)|Air Rider]] disconnect, rotate diagonally around [[Superion (G1)|Superion]]'s torso, and then reconnect as his right arm and left leg, respectively. Meanwhile, the [[Stunticon (G1)|Stuntrons]] have been driving in the desert below. They too transform to robot mode before combining into [[Menasor (G1)|Menasor]]. [[Dead End (G1)|Dead End]] and [[Drag Strip (G1)|Drag Stripe]] disconnect and rotate around Menasor's torso to become his left and right arm, respectively.
:''Scramble Power!''
:*'''Airbots & Stuntrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4j5LOYF5qhY] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Airbots & Stuntrons 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3kuIs4qHPus]
: ''Notes:'' Combines animation and footage from the U.S. Stunticons and Aerialbots commercial with footage from the Airbots and Stuntrons ad, along with a new clip of the Stuntrons designed to be a parallel to the segment where squares flip to reveal the individual Airbots.

[[Image:Magnus_and_Galvatron_Japanese_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|For red eyes, Clear Eyes is awesome.]]
*'''Ultra Magnus & Galvatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZC7nvSDY8Y]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] drives through the desert carrying Silverbolt while [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] fires on him from an overlooking cliff in cannon mode. Silverbolt takes off from Magnus's trailer, prompting Galvatron to transform to robot mode. Ultra Magnus transforms just in time to receive a REALLY ineffective flying clothesline from Galvatron.
: ''Notes:'' This is the same desert in which the previous commercial took place. Whatever celestial body this desert is on, it's in very close proximity to a ringed planet. Galvatron's cannon blasts are marked by explosions occurring near Magnus, accompanied by laser blast sounds from the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|cartoon]]. There's also a lighting effect that seems to have an external source, rather than Galvatron's own light-up gimmick. Ultra Magnus's eyes light up red despite the toy not having that ability.
:*'''Ultra Magnus & Galvatron''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/sc5.mpg] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Ultra Magnus & Galvatron 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0HD_DM2TrMg]
: ''Notes:'' Combines the animation from the U.S. Ultra Magnus and Galvatron commercial with toy footage from the first Japanese ad. The scene of Galvatron firing on Magnus has had a visual laser effect added to it.

*'''Convoy is dead! campaign (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン)''' aka '''2010 debut promo?''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEWF48ZGHWE]
: Several helicopters lift the sparking corpse of Convoy above [[Manhattan]].<ref name="TheAnime1986-12">ジ・アニメ 1986年12月号 VOL.85 (''The Anime'' December 1986 issue)</ref> Down below, a crowd of onlookers chant his name. This leads to a teary-eyed boy yelling "Convoy!"
:''Notes:'' Silhouettes of [[Hot Rod (G1)|Rodimus Convoy]] and other 2010 toys are shown. The end looks like it indicates it will begin airing sometime in November of that year. The campaign spot was later included on the ''[[The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix]]'' VHS and the [[Transformers: Kiss Players (franchise)|''Kiss Players'' franchise]] later heavily referenced the events of this campaign.
:*'''Convoy is dead! campaign (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン)''' aka '''2010 debut promo?''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CzrGRA_xw2o] - Edited down from the previous commercial.
:*'''Convoy is dead! campaign (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン)''' aka '''2010 debut promo?''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3739snUos4k] - A slightly different ending which looks like it gives a specific airing date of November 14th of that year

*'''Rodimus Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0rMnIf4ugvE]
: ''Animation:'' Rodimus Convoy vs Galvatron from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''.
: ''Toy segment:'' Rodimus Convoy drives through a canyon before transforming to face off with Galvatron in front of [[Kup (G1)|Cher]].
: ''Notes:'' The animation in this commercial is quite likely the first time ever that any part of the movie had been publicly shown in Japan.
:*'''Rodimus Convoy'''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fA9A8cuM9s4] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

[[Image:Animatrons_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Thunder, thunder, thunder, thunder CATS!]]
*'''Animatrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9a8nhvWixo8]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the U.S. Predacons commercial.
: ''Toy segment:'' A [[Unicron|ginormous]] Galvatron looms over the [[Decepticon|Destron]] forces. He then fires at the [[Autobot|Cybertron]] emblem from the [[scene transition]], destroying it. The [[Predacon (G1)|Animatrons]] transform from their animal modes to their robot modes and then combine into [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]].
:*'''Animatrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzFdRRXafgs] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Metroflex''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vt0eoAsDA1w]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobot]]s are shown departing from Metroflex's desert location. Elsewhere in the desert, the [[Combaticon (G1)|Combatrons]] are roaming around. Both teams combine and display their [[Scramble Power]] before meeting up with Superion and Menasor. Metroflex transforms to his mobile battle station mode and then robot mode. His shadow is seen looming over the [[combiner]]s before he rises in full view behind [[Slammer]], [[Scamper]] and [[Six-Gun]].
:*'''Metroflex''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0Iaoy8rOaY] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Metroflex, Airbots & Stuntrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDL6llPKk0M]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the American Aerialbots and Stunticons ad and the Metroplex/Combaticons ad.
: ''Toy segment:'' Scenes of Metroflex transforming and rising up, reused from the previous ad.

*'''Metroflex & Dinosaurer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_hzEGFYXSM]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the American Protectobots/Trypticon ad and the Metroplex/Combaticons ad.
: ''Toy segment:'' Metroflex transforming and rising, reused from the Metroflex ad, and a montage of Dinosaurer's various modes, reused from the American ad.
: ''Notes:'' Both versions of this ad finish with an end tag for a [[decoy|Transformers board game]].
:*'''Metroflex & Dinosaurer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ltfg62cuubQ] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

[[Image:Japanese_Watch_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|''Watch'' this!]]
*'''Watches''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7JsM3B7vOQQ]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the U.S. ads for Ultra Magnus & Galvatron and Aerialbots & Stunticons.
: ''Toy segment:'' An [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Generation 1 2|Ultra Magnus watch]] appears on the wrist of an unknown human individual. The human subsequently flips the watch into its robot mode. Watches for [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Generation 1 2|Galvatron]] and then [[Superion (G1)#Merchandise|Superion]] have their transformations demonstrated.

*'''Scramble City line''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFExuvTTyq0]
: ''Toy segment:'' Metroflex rises up from somewhere to join Slammer, Scamper and Six-Gun. Cut to a shot where we pan up to see [[Trypticon (G1)|Dinosaurer]] sitting in city mode on a plateau. After cuts to shots of Dinosaurer's dinosaur and mobile battle station modes, we see Ultra Magnus's eyes glowing red. Galvatron transforms and performs a weak flying clothesline. Superion and Menasor face off, then Bruticus and [[Defensor (G1)|Guardian]] demonstrate their Scramble Power. Menasor and Bruticus go to meet up somewhere before returning to take on Superion and Guardian. The Cybertron forces stand in a row to face off against the Destrons, who are also standing in a line, as [[Laserbeak (G1)|Condor]] and [[Buzzsaw (G1)|Buzzsaw]] swoop overhead. The whole scene is rather surreal, as the toys stand there statically while explosions go off all around them.
: ''Notes:'' An instrumental version of [[Transformer (song)|"Transformer"]] plays in the background.

*'''[[Transformers: Mystery of Convoy]] game''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_lHEfl5oPI]
: ''Notes:'' Combines animation from the U.S. Ultra Magnus toy commercial with actual game footage.

*'''Cybertron Triple Changers and Octane''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XB8VbWlccwM]
: ''Animation:'' Sandstorm and Broadside transforming, reused from the American ad; excerpt of Springer transforming from robot to helicopter taken from ''The Transformers: The Movie''.
: ''Toy segment:'' Springer flies, then drives over rocky terrain before transforming. Broadside and Sandstorm transform via split-screen slide show, then join up with Springer. Octane flies, then drives through a different rocky terrain and then transforms. All four cycle through their modes on yet another type of rocky terrain.
:*'''Cybertron Triple Changers and Octane''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNJEgFXpuTw] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)#1987 .28The Headmasters.29|The Headmasters]]===
[[Image:Headmasters_Targetmaster_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvJeATp31dw "AUUUUGHHHHHHHH!"]]]
*'''Targetmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vrZQ37l1svI]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Artfire]], [[Ricochet (Headmasters)|Stepper]], [[Crosshairs (G1)|Crosshairs]], [[Sureshot (G1)|Sureshot]] and [[Pointblank|Blanker]] drive through a desert while [[Misfire (G1)|Misfire]] flies overhead. The Cybertrons' [[Targetmaster (technology)|Targetmaster]] partners jump off a nearby cliff to join the Targetmaster Cybertrons, who have transformed.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag promoting [[Pretender]] [[Lander]].
:*'''Targetmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2of_IBzcrts] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Trainbots''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3o2EwUrmr8]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Trainbot]]s zoom along their rails in pairs until all six fly off the rails towards each other to form [[Raiden]].
:*'''Trainbots''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rgj9gY9r1c8] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Headmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pdJ7-BNyo4U]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Chromedome (G1)|Chromedome]] departs from a desert base and meets up with [[Hardhead (G1)|Hardhead]], [[Brainstorm (G1)|Brainstorm]] and [[Highbrow (G1)|Highbrow]]. They head towards the Destron [[Headmaster (technology)|Headmaster]]s [[Skullcruncher (G1)|Skull]], [[Weirdwolf (G1)|Weirdwolf]], and [[Mindwipe (G1)|Wipe]]. Chromedome transforms to robot mode, with his chest panel flipped down to reveal his stats.
:*'''Headmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ezM3eVS9iRg] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Fortress Maximus and Mega Zarak''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KcRuIhnp30]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Scorponok (G1)|Mega Zarak]] walks through the desert in scorpion mode, grabbing [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]] as the latter flies overhead. Fortress Maximus gets himself loose and transforms into robot mode. Zarak remains in scorpion mode and fires ineffectively while Fortress Maximus slashes him with the [[Master Sword]].
:*'''Fortress Maximus and Mega Zarak''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVb1U2WBzc8] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Sixshot''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_8No9I5amY]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Sixshot (G1)|Sixshot]] lands on a planet, then has his various modes counted off.
: ''Notes:'' Strangely enough, the counting is done in English.
:*'''Sixshot''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sT8F9HN0YY0] - Edited down from previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)#1988 .28Super-God Masterforce.29|Super-God Masterforce]]===
[[Image:Metalhawk_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-bi71LG38w Dum dum, dum dum...]]]
*'''Pretenders''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAInPPXjbcY]
: ''Toy segment:'' A set of very large doors swings open to reveal [[Metalhawk (G1)|Metalhawk]], who stomps forward for a bit before being confronted by the Destron Pretenders [[Blood]], [[Dauros]] and [[Gilmer]]. Metalhawk splits from his Pretender shell and swoops down at the Destrons.
:*'''Pretenders''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9S81sj_uOs] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Super Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNffM_wO0_Y]
: ''Toy segment:'' Ginrai drives down a street, only to have Buster and Hydra pop up and take pot shots at him. Ginrai responds by transforming into [[Ginrai (human)|Super Ginrai]] and firing at Buster and Hydra as they fly by.
: ''Notes:'' This commercial takes place in the same area as the previous one. Ginrai apparently has difficulty with moving targets, as he misses at least twice before ''possibly'' landing some shots.
:*'''Super Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZfjiE0X1IA] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''God Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9T-c02PiOM]
: ''Toy segment:'' Ginrai drives out of a city while towing [[Godbomber]], then transforms into [[Ginrai (human)|God Ginrai]] for [[To sell toys|some reason]].
:*'''God Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HLLcDtoYek4] - Edited down from previous commercial.

[[Image:Darkwings_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"We are the terrors that flap in the night! We are the GPS that threatens your Mega Zarak."]]
*'''Buster and Hydra''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJpFShl-i2A]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Hydra (G1)|Hydra]] and [[Buster (G1)|Buster]] pop up on top of skyscraper to see [[Ginrai (human)|Ginrai]] driving down the road. They swoop down in their separate jet modes before combining.

*'''Overlord''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i6Ss8O_dlhY]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Overlord (G1)|Overlord]] tank component rolls through a ruined city while the jet component flies towards the tank component. [[Mega]] and [[Giga]] show up to combine the components into Overlord's robot mode.
:*'''Overlord''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8h6c3WEOrVk] - Edited down from previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Victory (toyline)|Victory]]===
[[Image:Victory_Leo_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Trini, fearless and agile. The Sabertooth Tiger Dinozord will be under your command."]]
*'''Victory Leo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2Jt11bddBw]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Ginrai (robot)|Victory Leo]] runs through a war zone before transforming to robot mode.

*'''Star Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9gms4I3kLA]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Star Saber (G1)|Star Saber]] flies through an icy wasteland before transforming to robot mode.
: ''Notes:'' Some airings of this commercial included an end tag for [[Deathsaurus (G1)|Deszaras]].
:*'''Star Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ahqW2bUSJew] - Edited down from previous commercial.
:*'''Star Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLDPixwU0sY] - Edited down from previous commercial, without Deszaras ending.

*'''Victory Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rr7OirYLFCw]
: ''Toy segment:'' Victory Leo runs through a war zone before transforming to robot mode. Star Saber is there too, and they combine into [[Star Saber (G1)|Victory Saber]].
:*'''Victory Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjOCTcKzmsE] - Edited down from previous commercial.

[[Image:Brainmasters_2_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Brainmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELXsyPBq-9Y]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Blacker]], [[Laster]] and [[Braver]] drive through a desert. Blacker transforms to robot mode, then the trio combines into [[Road Caesar]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[Liokaiser]].

*'''Brainmasters 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyA7lex7OzM]
: ''Toy segment:'' Blacker, Laster and Braver drive through a desert. Laster and Braver screech to a halt, doing a 180 in the process, and transform to robot mode. Blacker flies off some rocks and transforms as well.

*'''Liokaiser & Deszaras''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2rrkmc_zzBQ]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Drillhorn (G1)|Drillhorn]], [[Jallguar]], and [[Killbison]] drive along as Deszaras, [[Guyhawk]], [[Hellbat (G1)|Hellbat]] and [[Leozack]] fly over head. The [[Breastforce]] combine into Liokaiser while Deszaras transforms to robot mode.

===[[Transformers: Zone (toyline)|Zone]]===
[[Image:Dai Atlas Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Dai Atlas''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ffXrwX-EiLo]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpt from ''[[Enter the New Supreme Commander, Dai Atlas!]]'' with [[Micromaster]]s hopping around and [[Dai Atlas (G1)|Dai Atlas]] leaping into the air to transform.
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Erector (G1)|Cragun]] finishes Dai Atlas's construction by installing his <s>[[spark]]</s> batteries. Dai Atlas scoots out of the scaffolding he was under to transform to drill tank mode. He then switches to jet mode before finally converting to base mode. The [[Super Car Patrol Team]] pours out of Dai Atlas while [[Speeder]] spins around on the gun turret like it's a merry-go-round.
: ''Notes:'' [[Missile Bull]] makes a cameo at the beginning of the toy segment.
:*'''Dai Atlas''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iKIWw6YzVf0] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Micromaster Rocket Base''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pvtd7Lwvi4w]
: ''Animation:'' Star Saber points at a huge group of Micromasters.
: ''Toy segment:'' Said group of Micromasters turns real, and the [[Rescue Patrol Team]] transform to their robot modes. [[Moonradar (G1)|Moonradar]] blasts off in the [[Rocket Base]]'s rocket while the remainder of the toy transforms from launching pad to base. [[Sunrunner (G1)|Sunrunner]], despite not having VTOL jets, lands vertically on the helicopter pad while [[Holi]] emerges from a compartment at the base of the rocket. [[Boater]] takes aim from the lower gun turret, and a large Micromaster city is shown complete with Micromasters manning the stations.
:*'''Micromaster Rocket Base''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9j10III9yuE] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Return of Convoy (toyline)|Return of Convoy]]===

*'''Sky Garry''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3M_3oo9cGks]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Sky Garry (G1)|Sky Garry]] flies over Grandus to land on a plateau in front of...Grandus? Sky Garry unloads his cargo of three Micro Trailers, one of which enters Grandus and opens to reveal [[Hubs|Lucas]]. Sky Garry transforms to robot mode.
:*'''Sky Garry''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZ4QVqcRe9o] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

[[Image:Grandus_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"This elevator could use a few windows. First floor, housewares."]]
*'''Grandus''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BysE3o_-ro4]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Grandus (G1)|Grandus]] rolls through a rocky area before opening his front panel to reveal his inner workings. A [[Micro Trailer]] enters a compartment and opens to reveal Lucas. Lucas then rides the elevator up past [[Dropshot (G1)|Dropshot]].

*'''Star Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gH0EznziFns]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Star Convoy]] drives through a rocky desert area, then transforms to base mode. Members of the [[Sixliner|Liner Team]] are seen manning the base and exiting from Micro Trailers before Star Convoy transforms to robot mode.

*'''Sixliner''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4D0z23tKgq0]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[D-Go]], [[Alan (G1)|Alan]], [[Joe (G1)|Joe]], [[Leaf]], [[Night]] and [[Spark (G1)|Spark]] play around in Dai Atlas and Grandus before forming [[Sixliner]].

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Operation Combination (toyline)|Operation Combination]]===
*'''Sixtrain''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b28uD0sm2Kw]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Desire]], [[Atlan]], [[Converter]], [[Raise]], [[San D-Go]] and [[Windy (G1)|Windy]] somehow roll through a rocky area sans rails before forming [[Sixtrain]].

==Beast Wars==
===[[Beast Wars: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Wars]]===
[[Image:BWKabaya Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Rhinox's black period.]]
*'''Kabaya toys''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Th7taJU5NI]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from [[Beast Wars (Part 2)|Beat the Destrons]].
: ''Toy segment:'' Convoy and Rhinox stand together, then face down Megatron. All three transform.

*'''Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers VHS''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/bwjap6.mpg]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from "[[Beast Wars (Part 1)|Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers]]", "[[Beast Wars (Part 2)|Beat the Destrons]]", "[[The Web|Cheetus's Crisis]]", "[[Equal Measures|Operation: Time Bomb Transfer!]]", and "[[The Trigger, Part 2|Floating Island Death Match Part 2]]".
:*'''Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers VHS''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TuFs49ZGsHc] - Keeps some of the excerpts from "Beat the Destrons" and "Cheetus's Crisis" and adds scenes from "[[Power Surge (episode)|The Aerial Mountain Explodes]]".
:*'''Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers VHS''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9NpV68mAtM] - Keeps some excerpts from "Beat the Destrons", "Operation: Time Bomb Transfer!", and "Floating Island Death Match Part 2" and adds an excerpt from "[[Chain of Command (BW)|Convoy Disappeared]]".

[[Image:Japanese BW Deluxes Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Come on Takara, did she have to give up ''that'' easily?]]
*'''Deluxes''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7_UhWEeME4]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of [[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackwidow]] and [[Tigatron]] transforming to robot mode from "[[Double Jeopardy|Kick of the Spider Woman]]" and "[[Fallen Comrades|Solitary Warrior Tigatron]]" respectively.
: ''Toy segment:'' Tigatron and Blackwidow transform and attack each other from neighboring plateaus. [[Rhinox (BW)|Rhinox]], [[Shadow Panther]], [[Wolfang (Maximal)|Howlinger]] and [[Buzz Saw (BW)|Buzz Saw]] also transform and stand on plateaus. All of Takara's Cybertron figures face off against all of Takara's Destrons.
: ''Notes:'' When we say all, we mean all. Convobat stands alongside Ultra Class Convoy while Megaligator stands alongside Megatron. Includes an end tag for the Volcano Showdown playset w/[[Armordillo|Armor]] & [[Snapper]].
:*'''Deluxes''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/bwjap2.mpg] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Home video''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/bwjap7.mpg]
: ''Notes:'' Various clips from the cartoon play as the narrator talks about the home video series.

===[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1998 (Beast Wars II)|Beast Wars II]]===
[[Image:Jointrons Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Prime plays basketball, Motorarm referees American football.]]
*'''Jointrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXMWnkRg7Uo]
: ''Toy segment:'' One at a time, the [[Jointron]]s transform and dance before combining into [[Tripledacus]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[God Neptune]].

*'''Magnaboss and God Neptune''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56BGx8Q7eXY]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Lio Junior]] and [[Lio Convoy|his dad]] stand side by side on a rocky ledge at sunset. [[Santon]] stampedes towards Lio Junior. Santon wiggles his ears and Lio stamps his paw as [[Skywarp (BW)|Skywarp]] lands on a nearby rock and flaps his wings. The trio transform and wave their weapons frantically. God Neptune then shows up, prompting the three Maximals to combine into [[Magnaboss (BWII)|Magnaboss]] in order to take him on.

[[Image:Insectron Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Insectrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0m5DTyXi9Js]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Tonbot]], [[Bigmos]] and [[Mantis]] swoop down and transform. [[Drill Nuts]], [[Powerhug (BW)|Powerhug]], and [[Scissor Boy]] burrow up from under the sand and transform.

*'''Lio Convoy and Galvatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVVcculmnhY]
: ''Toy segment:'' Lio Convoy deploys his mane arsenal as Galvatron blasts through some nearby rock in his drill tank mode. Lio Convoy transforms to robot mode and displays his [[Energon Matrix]]. Galvatron transforms to robot mode and then dragon mode before flying at Lio Convoy. Lio holds him off using his mane's spinning gimmick thing.

*'''Scuba, Tasmania Kid, Big Horn, Apache, Dirge, Thrust, Starscream, BB, Megastorm and Autorollers''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6A_ogqMXp0]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Megastorm]] maneuvers in tank mode. [[Apache]] transforms to robot mode. Megastorm follows suit and then fires at Apache. Apache's response is to raise his weapon in the air while lightning flashes behind him. Big Horn transforms. [[Starscream (BW)|Starscream]] and [[BB]] transform and BB demonstrates his cannon. [[Tasmania Kid]] transforms to robot mode. [[Dirge (BW)|Dirge]] taxis on a runway before transforming. Ikard emerges from a body of water and transforms on land. [[Thrust (BW)|Thrust]] transforms in mid-air. [[Autocrusher]], [[Autojetter]], and [[Autolauncher]] stand together on a desert road not far from a city. [[Autostinger]] rolls up behind them and transforms.

[[Image:Gigastorm Cyborg Beasts & Ikard Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Let me introduce you to my leetle friend!"]]
*'''Gigastorm, Cyborg Beasts and Ikard w/Tako Tank''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1oVJp5tQpZ0]
: ''Toy segment:'' Lio Convoy spins his mane while Galvatron lands in dragon mode. Tonbot, Bigmos and Mantis swoop down. Tripledacus just stands. Magnaboss and God Neptune clash. The [[Tako Tank]] rolls up and squirts water, then transforms to reveal its base mode and [[Ikard]] working the weapons systems. [[Gigascouter]] rolls down a ramp in [[Megastorm|Gigastorm]]'s base mode. Gigastorm transforms to dinosaur mode, stomps around and breathes fire at Ikard and the Tako Tank. [[Starscream (BW)|Hellscream]], [[BB|Max-B]], [[Dirge (BW)|Dirgegun]], and [[Thrust (BW)|Thrustor]] transform.

*'''Beast Wars II: Act 1 & 2 on VHS''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nArJP_7ZS18]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from ''Beast Wars II''.

*'''Sausages 1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VI8EgJgg6Uo]
: ''Notes:'' Advertises special [[Beast Wars II Sausage|sausages]] sold in conjunction with the ''[[Beast Wars Special Super Lifeform Transformers]]'' movie.
:*'''Sausages 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VI8EgJgg6Uo&t=0m15s] - Same as the previous commercial with an added bit about bio cards included with the sausages.

*'''Beast Wars Special Movie''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XI3J9fNA9xo]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of Metals Convoy transforming and firing his Gatling guns, Metals Megatron transforming, Lio Junior running through a forest in lion mode, Galvatron growling (we think), Lio Convoy looking and Lio Convoy and Convoy preparing for battle.

===[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1999 (Beast Wars Neo)|Beast Wars Neo]]===
[[Image:Blendtrons Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|WhY wAsPiNaToR's ShOuLdErS hUrT?]]
*'''[[Blentron]]s & Metals Powered Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=915mseGKiEs]
: ''Animation:'' Brief excepts of Metals Megatron firing at Metals [[Rattrap (BW)|Rattle]] and [[Depth Charge (BW)|Depth Charge]] turning in front of the camera.
: ''Toy segment:'' A hornet (Latolata with his lionfish head replaced by [[Waspinator (BW)|Waspinator]]'s) and a lionfish blend together to become [[Latolata]]. Latolata, [[Elphaorpha]], and [[Drancron]] face off against [[Big Convoy]] and [[Magmatron]]. [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys|Metals Powered Convoy]] raises his weapon.
: ''Notes:'' This commercial is split into two halves, with the first half covering the Blentron toys and the second half featuring Powered Convoy.

*'''Mach Kick and Archadis, Sharp Edge, Bump, Hardhead, Bazooka''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZgXAPyZRaQ]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Archadis]] transforms in mid air. [[Mach Kick]] transforms and attacks Archadis with his tail whip. [[Sharp Edge]] transforms. [[Hardhead (BW)|Hardhead]], [[Bump]] and [[Bazooka (BW)|Bazooka]] all transform.

[[Image:BWNeo Leaders Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Wheeljack said there'd be days like this.]]
*'''Big Convoy and Magmatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyJczPPQ8h4&t=18]
: ''Toy segment:'' Big Convoy and Magmatron face off in a frozen land.
: ''Notes:'' Actual explosion and sparkler effects return to denote damage inflicted on Big Convoy by Magmatron.
:*'''Big Convoy and Magmatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psjOOpsmwVg&t=18] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Sausages''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psjOOpsmwVg&t=0m30s]
: ''Notes:'' Excerpts of Big Convoy from ''[[Super Lifeform Transformers: Beast Wars Neo (cartoon)|Beast Wars Neo]]'' play in the background as the [[Tech Spec]]-type cards included with the sausages are highlighted, including an animation of a tech spec meter. The sausages themselves are shown at the very end.

[[Image:Longrack Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Edward's pet, Geoffrey Scissorhands.]]
*'''Longrack, Guiledart, Colada, and Saberback''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPtrZ2ZMe9w]
: ''Toy segment:'' Longrack transforms and attacks Guiledart with his claw weapon. Guiledart gets loose, transforms and fires at Longrack. Colada transforms, then Saberback transforms. [[Break]], [[Randy (BW)|Randy]], [[Rockbuster]], and [[Stampy (BW)|Stampy]] transform as a group. [[Crazybolt (BW)|Crazybolt]], [[Dead End (BW)|Dead End]], [[Hydra (BW)|Hydra]] and [[Sling (BW)|Sling]] transform as a group too. Stampy transforms into his scissors mode for Longrack to wield.
:*'''Longrack, Guiledart, Colada, and Saberback''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F3g7NATVWlI&t=18] - Edited down from the previous commercial.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[Heinrad (BW)|Heinrad]], highlighting his alarm clock feature.

*'''Cartoon debut promo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6PAdKLLivY]
: ''Animation:'' Not animation per se, but pans are done on stills of Big Convoy by himself, Big Convoy commanding the other [[Maximal]]s, and the Maximals standing together as a group.
: ''Notes:'' This spot advertises the series debut of the ''Beast Wars Neo'' cartoon. "[[Love For Ever: Kimi o Mamoru Tame ni]]", the [[theme song]] for ''Beast Wars Neo'', is used as background music.

===[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1999 (Beast Wars Metals)|Beast Wars Metals]]===
[[Image:Metals Leaders Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Monkey shines.]]
*'''[[Optimus Primal (BW)|Metals Convoy]] and [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]]''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eo-Dj-hZNHI]
: ''Animation:'' Very brief excerpts of a zoom-in on Convoy and Megatron turning his head.
: ''Toy segment:'' Convoy and Megatron transform and face off on a ''TRON''-style grid.
: ''Notes:'' Uses the American Beast Wars theme song as the background music track.

*'''''[[Cutting Edge|Beast Wars Metals: Convoy Daihenshin!]]'' promo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3l7GtvirFKE]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of Megatron waggling his head and firing his tail weapon at Rattle, Depth Charge walking out of the water, a [[Cyber raptor]] turning its body, Blackwidow firing from behind a rock, Rhinox blasting away, Powered Convoy transforming and flying off, and Powered Convoy extending his hand.

*'''''Beast Wars Metals: Convoy Daihenshin!'' promo #2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9m8aJNSZ0fo]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of Metals Convoy sailing in on his hoverboard before transforming, Metals Megatron transforming to flying T-Rex mode and taking off, Metals Rattle racing off, Cheetus, Rhinox and Tigatron witnessing Convoy's transmetalization, and a zoom-in on Megatron.

==[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Car Robots]]==
[[Image:Gigatron Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Car Robot Brothers and Gigatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ez58xax2gSw&t=15s]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Prowl (RID)|Mach Alert]] drives through a tunnel, [[X-Brawn|Wildride]] drives off-road, and [[Side Burn (RID)|Speedbreaker]] is on a street. Mach Alert and Wildride join Speedbreaker, and all three screech to a halt before transforming. Gigatron appears in all six modes at once before facing off with the [[Autobot Brothers|Car Robot Brothers]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for a [[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Brave Maximus]] giveaway.

*'''Super Fire Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZyL5OOXpiI]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Super Fire Convoy]] drives through a [[Global Space Bridge]] tunnel. He transforms to robot mode, then into Super Fire Convoy.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for a [[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Brave Maximus]] giveaway.

*'''Team Shinkansen''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xb3DVLswSPc]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Team Bullet Train|Team Shinkansen]] shoots down the rails before jumping into the air to transform. They combine into [[Rail Racer (RID)|JRX]] to take on [[Megatron (RID)|Gigatron]].

[[Image:Black Convoy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Buildmaster and Black Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYu46LHIDU8]
: ''Toy segment:'' The Buildmaster group works on some construction projects despite not being anywhere near an actual construction site. After they transform to robot mode, [[Scourge (RID)|Black Convoy]] appears. To combat him, the Buildmasters combine into [[Landfill (RID)|Build King]].

*'''God Magnus and Super Car Robot Brothers''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYu46LHIDU8&t=15s]
: ''Toy segment:'' God Magnus, in car carrier mode, carries the three [[Super Mode|super mode]] Car Robot Brothers, who then disembark and transform. God Magnus transforms and fires his machine guns like there's an ammo sale at S-Mart. Fire Convoy then conveniently appears so the two can form [[Omega Prime|God Fire Convoy]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for a postcard drawing for the [[Matrix Blade]].

==[[The Transformers (G1 PS2)|Transformers Tatakai]]==
[[Image:Tatakai_Trailer.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SbI_9GY9dU] (Full version)/[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0edrtrhV3Ng]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of game footage/cut scenes featuring the Destrons attacking the Cybertrons on a bridge on [[Earth]], Convoy opening his chest to reveal the Matrix, a rundown of the transformations and identities of each character, Convoy and Megatron facing off, Chromedome doing a backflip onto his [[Transtector]] body with his stats showing, [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] and [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]] transforming and driving, [[Weirdwolf (G1)|Weirdwolf]] attacking, [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] ejecting one of his tapes, Chromedome being attacked by Weirdwolf, and Galvatron battling Rodimus Convoy.
: ''Notes:'' This trailer has no vocal narration. All text in the trailer is in English, including the Transformers logo. The background music is a heavily remixed version of "[[The Transformers (Theme)]]" from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''. Some uploads of the trailer do not have the segment at the beginning with the text "A.D. 2003. We now return to" followed by the Transformers logo. The words "Coming Soon" and then the Playstation button symbols at the end are also missing from those uploads.
: ''The confrontation of the fate. A battle without an end.''

==[[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)|Legends of the Microns]]==
[[Image:ML Unicron Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|This hand and eye of mine glow with an awesome coordination!]]
*'''Unicron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z86-8vzFnd8&t=7m53s]
: ''Toy segment:'' A number of Transformers, including [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Convoy]] and [[Jetfire (Armada)|Jetfire]], fly towards Unicron, who transforms and makes his fist glow.

*'''Jet Convoy and Shockwave''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z86-8vzFnd8&t=8m08s]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Tidal Wave (Armada)|Shockwave]] flies over Convoy, then transforms and lands between him and [[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]]. Jetfire swoops in from the heavens and gets between Shockwave and Convoy. Shockwave combines with Megatron, prompting Jetfire and Convoy to form Jet Convoy. The two combiners face off.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[Overload (Armada)|Ultra Magnus]].

*'''DVD''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z86-8vzFnd8&t=8m38s]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from the [[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)|''Legends of the Microns'' cartoon]].
: ''Notes:'' [[Tailslide]] is used as an example of the bonus [[Mini-Con]] pack-ins. Features an end tag for the singles for "[[Transformer: Dream Again|TRANSFORMER -Dream Again-]]" and "[[Never Ending Road]]".

*'''Legends of the Microns "Special Secret Video: Strongest Robot Army"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=soEuIWZtXvA]
: A promotional video for the then-upcoming ''Legends of the Microns'' cartoon and toyline. It was released on a VHS tape that came with the February [[2003]] issue of ''[[TV Magazine]]''. Included in the video are profiles on Convoy, Hot Shot, [[Smokescreen (Armada)|Grap]], [[Red Alert (Armada)|Ratchet]], Megatron, [[Demolishor (Armada)|Ironhide]], [[Cyclonus (Armada)|Sandstorm]], and [[Starscream (Armada)|Starscream]]. The profiles consist mainly of their animated transformations and powerlinxing, along with their [[Tech Spec]]s. Profiles are shown for the [[Street Speed Mini-Con Team|Street Speed Microns]], [[Race Mini-Con Team|Race Microns]] and [[Air Defense Mini-Con Team (Armada)|Air Defense Microns]], consisting of their animated transformations, combinations and Tech Specs. The early releases of the [[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|''Legends of the Microns'' toyline]] are shown at the end. The first three [[Columbia Music Entertainment|''Legends of the Microns'' CD singles]] also get a mention at the end of the video.

*'''Legends of the Microns "Special Secret Video: The Enormous Robot Unicron Descends"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7w5gVxaNsoI]
: ''Notes:'' Also known as "The Coming of Unicron", this is a video promoting the appearance of [[Unicron]] in ''Legends of the Microns''. It includes a flashback to ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'' (strangely labeled as being in 1985) and toy commercials for Unicron, Jet Convoy/Shockwave and the ''Legends of the Microns'' DVDs. This video was given away on DVDs to the first 4000 customers to buy ''Legends of the Microns'' toys at [[Toys"R"Us|Toys"R"Us Japan]] stores in September of 2003.

==[[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)|Super Link]]==
[[Image:SL Autobots & Megazarak Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Hey, hey! We're Convoy's flunkies! And 'bots say we flunky around. But we're too busy linking, to put any Destrons down."]]
*'''Inferno, Hot Shot, Roadbuster, & Sky Fire''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L99PdlygmOQ] (MegaZarak end tag) / [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9CQxerRoqGY&t=59] (Landmine end tag) / [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sh1yyxoLYy0] (Galvatron end tag)
: ''Toy segment:'' The four [[Autobot|Cybertrons]] fly/drive along before transforming to robot mode. Hot Shot and Inferno [[Powerlinx|Super Link]] together, as do Roadbuster and Sky Fire. The end tag features either [[Scorponok (Energon)|MegaZarak]], [[Landmine (Energon)|Landmine]], or [[Megatron (Armada)|Galvatron]] transforming.

*'''Grand Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=np_D4EMaC14]
: ''Toy segment:'' Grand Convoy drives along with [[Inferno (Energon)|Inferno]], [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]], [[Ironhide (Energon)|Roadbuster]], and [[Jetfire (Armada)|Sky Fire]]. Grand Convoy leaps off a cliff and transforms to robot mode. He summons the [[Prime Force|Grand Force]] to form the [[Super Mode|Grand Cross]].

*'''Omega Supreme''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97vEz7XlNLE]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Omega Supreme (Energon)|Omega Supreme]] flies through the air and rides the rails before transforming to robot mode and landing near Grand Convoy. The two combine to form Powerlinx Omega Supreme.

*'''Rodimus Convoy''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/anime/sl-cm3.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Rodimus (Energon)|Rodimus Convoy]] powerlinx with [[Prowl (Energon)|Red Alert]], Hot Shot, Roadbuster, Sky Fire, and Inferno.

*'''Wing Saber''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/anime/sl-cm4.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:'' Wing Saber [[Powerlinx|Super Links]] with Grand Convoy to form Wing Convoy. Wing Convoy flies through a large group of [[Terrorcon (Energon)|Terrorcons]] so fast, they miss him and shoot each other.

[[Image:SL Special Secret Video Team Convoy.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Super Link "Special Secret Video: Super Combining Soldiers"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwgMXT0AfS0]
: ''Notes:'' A promotional video for the then-upcoming ''[[Transformers: Energon (franchise)|Super Link]]'' cartoon and toyline. It tells the back story of ''Super Link'' before going into profiles for Grand Convoy, the Grand Cross, Sky Fire, Hot Shot, Inferno, Super Linking, Roadbuster, [[Strongarm (Energon)|Blast Arm]], and [[Kicker Jones|Kicker]]. The Terrorcons and Megazarak also get a mention. The video finishes out with a photo gallery of the some of the earlier ''Super Link'' toy releases. Several pieces of concept art are shown. This video was released on a VHS tape or DVD packaged with the December 2003 issue of ''TV Magazine''.

*'''[[Transformer Superlink: Original Soundtrack Mission I|Original Soundtrack Mission I]]''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ndxw4gWE7cw]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from ''[[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)|Super Link]]''.

*'''[[Interchannel#DVDs|DVDs]]''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqZQyVR5FfY&t=18]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpt of Grand Convoy and the Grand Force forming the Grand Cross.

== [[Robotmasters (franchise)|Robotmasters]] ==
[[Image:Robot Masters commercial.jpg|thumb|200px||When it's laser time put on the 3-D shades!]]
*'''Robotmasters toyline''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/news/video/rm1.wmv], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1RiAUZabq4s]

: ''Animation:'' [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] fights [[Optimus Primal (BW)|Optimus Primal]] as [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]] takes on [[Megatron (BW)|Beast Megatron]]. Megatron's dino head bites Prime on the hand.
: ''Toy segment:'' The Destrons and Cybertrons stand around as the camera pans and cuts, then explosive effects go off around them.
: ''Notes:'' This ad was available on the DVD packed in with RM-01 Convoy and RM-21 Burning Beast Convoy.

*'''Robotmasters toyline 2''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/news/video/rm1.wmv], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3c_QJzzzbGc]
: ''Animation:'' Starscream, Convoy, Beast Convoy and Beast Megatron all strike poses.
: ''Toy segment:'' Megatron transforms amongst the other Destrons. [[Mirage (G1)|Ligier]] and the Cybertrons race toward camera. Convoy and Beast Convoy transform. The entire ''Robotmasters'' toyline stands around while laser effects are superimposed on them.
: ''Notes:'' This ad was available on the DVD packed in with RM-01 Convoy and RM-21 Burning Beast Convoy. Includes an end tag for the [[Fortress Maximus (RID)#Robotmasters 2|Cybertron City]] giveaway contest.

==[[Transformers: Cybertron (cartoon)|Galaxy Force]]==
*'''Cartoon debut promo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T70UQrQaYuE&t=18]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (cartoon)|Galaxy Force]]''.

[[Image:Galaxy Convoy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Galaxy Convoy and Nitro Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CJc0WaV5tsU&t=18]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Galaxy Convoy]] races down a city street with [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Exellion]], [[Overhaul (Cybertron)|Jackshot]] and [[Scattorshot (Cybertron)|Backpack]] and [[Jetfire (Armada)|Dreadlock]] flying overhead. Convoy transforms to robot mode, then [[Super Mode]]. He demonstrates his Force Chip-activated abilities. [[Override (Cybertron)|Nitro Convoy]] transforms.
: ''Notes:'' The Nitro Convoy segment comes from a [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyZRhuuf6Es Takara promotional video].
:*'''Galaxy Convoy and Master Megatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LXidZz5zm0&t=18] - An edited-down version of the previous commercial with the Nitro Convoy segment replaced by a [[Megatron (Armada)|Master Megatron]] segment. The Master Megatron segment comes from the same promo video as the aforementioned Nitro Convoy segment.

*'''Ligerjack & Sonic Bomber''' [http://fantofan.jp/news/video/gfad6.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:''[[Overhaul (Cybertron)|Ligerjack]] transforms to lion mode before forming Liger Convoy with Galaxy Convoy. [[Wing Saber (Energon)|Sonic Bomber]] combines with Galaxy Convoy into Sonic Convoy.
:*'''Ligerjack''' [http://fantofan.jp/news/video/gfad5.wmv] - The Ligerjack portion of the previous commercial.

[[Image:Flame Convoy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Flame Convoy''' [http://fantofan.jp/news/video/gf/gfad4.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Scourge (Cybertron)|Flame Convoy]] stomps on the ground, flips out his extra heads and spews fire before transforming.

*'''"[[Call You... Kimi to Boku no Mirai|CALL YOU... Kimi to Boku no Mirai]]" CD single''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjLqUrWxAis&t=18]
: ''Animation:'' Various ''Galaxy Force'' excerpts, including Galaxy Convoy's [[stock footage]] transformation.

*'''New Show: Transformers Galaxy Force Special Clip''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6e7AhEpGcpc]
: ''Notes:'' A demo reel with test footage of Galaxy Convoy, Master Megatron, Starscream, various Cybertrons, and [[Vector Prime]]. Originally aired on a TV in Takara's booth at the 2004 Tokyo Entertainment Market. The narration and opening theme music was replaced with Lion's rendition of the Transformers [[theme song]] for the video's release on DVD. The DVD was given away via Toys"R"Us Japan stores to the first 10,000 customers purchasing GC-01 Galaxy Convoy in December 2004.

*'''Rise! New Commander Galaxy Convoy!"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvsjngLBR54]
: ''Notes:'' Narrated by Galaxy Convoy, the video starts off by going over the back story for ''Galaxy Force''. Galaxy Convoy then starts profiling his troops [[Landmine (Energon)|Guardshell]], Exillion, Jackshot, and Backpack. He then talks about Earth and the [[Autobot|Cybertrons]]' [[human]] allies, [[Coby Hansen|Coby]], [[Bud Hansen|Bud]], and [[Lori Jiménez|Lori]]. Finally, he discusses the [[Decepticon|Destrons]] Master Megatron, Starscream and [[Thundercracker (Armada)|Thundercracker]]. This video, along with "Toy Introduction" and "Robotmasters Special Footage: [[Fight! The Group of the Strongest Commanders!]]", was released on the ''Galaxy Force'' "Special Secret DVD" packed in with the December 2004 issue of ''TV Magazine''.

*'''Toy Introduction''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T3_qAWkSRYo&t=18]
: ''Notes:'' Galaxy Convoy comments upon the early ''Galaxy Force'' toy releases and urges you to get them from your local toy retailer when they're released. This video, along with "Rise! New Commander Galaxy Convoy!" and "Robotmasters Special Footage: [[Fight! The Group of the Strongest Commanders!]]", was released on the ''Galaxy Force'' "Special Secret DVD" packed in with the December 2004 issue of ''TV Magazine''.

[[Image:GF Secret File Micron Team.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Transformers - Galaxy Force! Secret File!''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=13i8h71iF1g]
: ''Notes:'' Similar to the previous video in that Galaxy Convoy once again describes the back story of ''Galaxy Force'' and profiles his allies and enemies. This time, however, there are additional characters profiled. These include Dreadlock, Vector Prime, the [[Recon Mini-Con Team|Micron Team]], [[Clocker (Cybertron)|Skids]], [[Brakedown (Cybertron)|Autolander]], [[Ransack (Cybertron)|Gasket]], [[Crumplezone (Cybertron)|Landbullet]], Nitro Convoy, [[Snarl (Cybertron)|Fang Wolf]], and Flame Convoy. This video was released along with the "Toy Data File" as a pack-in DVD with the March 2005 issue of ''TV-Kun''.

*'''Toy Data File''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyZRhuuf6Es&t=18]
: ''Notes:'' Galaxy Convoy talks about the abilities of his allies and enemies while their toys demonstrate. Includes Galaxy Convoy, Master Megatron, [[Sideways (Armada)|Noisemaze]], Nitro Convoy, Skids, Autolander, Gasket, Landbullet, [[Dirt Boss (Cybertron)|Inch-Up]], Fang Wolf, [[Undermine (Cybertron)|Dino Shout]], and Flame Convoy. This video was released along with the "Secret File" as a pack-in DVD with the March 2005 issue of ''TV-Kun''.
:''You, go get the ''Transformers Galaxy Force'' toys too!''

==''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]''==
*'''Teaser''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LoJJI5ankhM&t=18]
:Premiered ?? 2007. Same as the English teaser trailer with the text narration and logo switched to Japanese.

[[Image:TF2007 Japanese Trailer 1 Bay & Spielberg.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer #1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FNYrYF-6Es&t=18]
:Premiered ?? 2007. Has an introduction by [[Steven Spielberg]] and [[Michael Bay]] where they speak mostly in English and what Japanese they do speak is not well pronounced. The trailer itself is an edited down (to accommodate the intro no doubt) version of the 1st full length U.S. trailer with the brief scene of [[Sam Witwicky|Sam]] and [[Mikaela Banes|Mikaela]] happening upon a recently crash landed Transformer, every scene between "And Executive Producer Steven Spielberg" and "Most will come to destroy us", and the scene of Sam being questioned by [[Barricade (Movie)|Barricade]] have been removed. The scenes of Sam and Mikaela holding hands and Starscream flying have been flipped. The scenes between [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] jetting and [[Bonecrusher (Movie)|Bonecrusher]] destroying the bus have all been removed except the scene of [[William Lennox|Lennox]] holding [[Jorge Figueroa|Fig]]'s hand. In their place, a scene with [[Scorponok (Movie)|Scorponok]] has been added in. The text narration has been changed to Japanese and Japanese subtitles have been added.

[[Image:TF2007 Transforming Pen Ad.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer #2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXBX7SDF3vA]
:Premiered 26 June 2007. Similar progression of scenes to the first theatrical trailer, but using many new scenes which had not been used in promotional spots up to that point. Features an ad for a Transformers-themed transforming pen at the end of the trailer.

*'''TV spot #1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdtXu9jO6Jg&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. Same as the English language spot "Hidden" with text narration in Japanese. Has the same transforming pen end tag as trailer #2.

[[Image:Movie Blackout SOCCENT.JPG|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Super Event(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yGv0Ycfk-CA]
:Air date ?? July 2007. Same as the English language spot "Everything Changes" with the text narration changed to Japanese. Keeps the English announcer's "Transformers" at the end, albeit with the 's' cut off.
:*'''Super Event(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3XMi8KtWKAU&t=18] - Edited down version of the previous commercial.

*'''Countdown (?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WpS_eLLzwjk&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "What you're about to see, is totally classified." "Dear god, what is this?" "WE'RE UNDER ATTACK!" "We're facing war against a civilization far superior to our own." "Our enemy could take any shape. They could be anywhere." "GO GO GO GO!" "NO NO NO MOVE!" "INCOMING!" "What is that?" "BRING IT!"

*'''Transform(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKBL37awhd8&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "My god." "Cool mom!" Features a clip of Frenzy transforming into Mikaela's cellphone that isn't used in any other promos.
:*'''Transform(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Ni-4eiRM_Q&t=18] - Edited down version of the previous commercial.

*'''Action(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9QH1Y0LPimU&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "My god." Features [[Blackout (Movie)|Blackout]] in [[Mission City]], Scorponok chasing the soldiers, Sam retreating from Barricade, Starscream flying and Sam running from [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]]. Utilizes Linkin Park's "[[What I've Done]]" as background music.

*'''Drama''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3WpTGXC3Zq0]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "We're facing war against a civilization far superior to our own." "Good luck to us all."

[[Image:Steering wheel robot.JPG|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''TV Spot #6''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie08.html]
:Air date ?? July 2007. Has no narration of any kind. Uses a number of scenes not used in other ads including Bumblebee being restrained under [[Hoover Dam]] by [[Sector Seven]], [[Nokia-bot]] knocking itself out, and the [[steering wheel robot]] attacking the socialite.

*'''#1 Movie''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie10.html]
:Air date ?? August 2007. Same as the 15 second version of "Transform" with a caption promote the movie's status as the #1 film in Japan under the opening scenes featuring Frenzy.

*'''#1 Movie version 2''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie11.html]
:Air date ?? August 2007. Same as "Action" with a caption promoting the movie's status as the #1 film in Japan under the scenes of Scorponok chasing the soldiers, Barricade interrogating Sam, Starscream transforming and flying off and Megatron busting through the floor of a building in pursuit of Sam.

*'''#1 Movie version 3''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie12.html]
:Air date ?? August 2007. Same as "Drama" with a caption to promote the movie's status as the #1 film in Japan under the opening scenes.

*'''Transformers: The Game (PS3)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40IodoQRp4E&t=18]
:Air date ?? June 2007. Features clips of Starscream flying under and flipping onto a bridge and the end of [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]]'s first transformation from the [[Transformers (film)|movie]]. Game footage is almost exclusively of fighting or destruction.

[[Image:Core Movie Figures Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Movie toys (Kids)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MlZuLDfOa9I]
: ''Notes:'' This is an edited down and dubbed version of the U.S. "Movie core characters" spot.
:*'''Movie toys (Adult)''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video02.html] - Same as the above commercial but with the "Transformers" sound clip replaced with a similar clip from the Japanese Generation One commercials.

*'''Optimus Prime''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/videosp.html]
: ''Notes:'' The old Japanese "Trans-for-mer!" soundbyte plays before the [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation One]] [[logo]] flips to the movie style logo and scenes from the film are played. Optimus Prime transforms. This was a web only commercial.

*'''Optimus Prime 2''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video03.html]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]] from ''[[The Transformers (cartoon)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!]]''.
: ''Toy segment:'' The "Trans-for-mer!" soundbyte plays before [[Optimus Prime (G1)|G1 Convoy]] transforms next to an inset of his animated Transformation. A [[scene transition]] occurs with the G1 sound effect and the frame flipping to show the movie style logo and a scene from the film. Optimus Prime transforms.
: ''Notes:'' The Optimus Prime transformation is reused from the previous ad. This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

[[Image:TF2007 Bumblebee Japanese Web Ad.jpg|right|200px|thumb|*Yakety Sax plays*]]
*'''Bumblebee''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video04.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumble]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' The Bumble toy is transformed to comedy musical accompaniment before a scene change to 70's Camaro Bumblebee being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

*'''Megatron''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video05.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' The G1 Megatron toy (minus the stock and silencer) is transformed to laid back rock music before a scene change to Movie Megatron being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

*'''Starscream''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video06.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' [[The Transformers Collection]] [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Transformers Collection|version]] of the G1 Starscream toy is transformed to laid back rock music before a scene change to Movie Starscream being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

*'''Autobot Jazz''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video07.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' Meister is transformed to laid back rock music before a scene change to [[Jazz (Movie)|Autobot Jazz]] being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

==''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Transformers: Revenge]]''==
[[Image:rotf-paris.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer 1''' [http://www.tf-revenge.jp/video/]
Premiered ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. teaser trailer but with Japanese text narration and subtitles.

*'''Trailer 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9EyMhtegKoo&t=18]
Premiered 19(?) May 2009. Same as the first full U.S. trailer with Japanese text narration and subtitles.

*'''TV CM1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XjqhJ8AE8eg]
Air date ?? 2009. "It's not over." "BUMBLEBEE!"

[[Image:Ravagerotfteaser.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''TV CM2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AwfJhhq_NeE]
Air date ?? 2009. "You don't stop, you don't hide. You run." "Sam!"

*'''TV CM3''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnWgEIkZn-Q]
Air date ?? 2009. "Aughh!" "Sam!" "WE GOT A WHOLE LOTTA FIGHT COMIN OUR WAY!" "You don't stop, you don't hide. You run."

*'''Web CM1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NqOxzUZtskA]
Online spot released ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. TV spot "Fate" with Japanese subtitles and text narration. Retains the English vocal narration "Transformers. A Michael Bay film."

[[Image:Rotf_t2_egyptpyramids.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Web CM2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nd9E6Om-wto]
Online spot released ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. TV spot "Team Kids" with Japanese subtitles and text narration. The English vocal narration is retained with the line "Only one team... will transform your summer" changed to "Only one team... will transform your world."

*'''Web CM3''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jvMOYAVK3k8]
Online spot released ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. TV Spot "Destiny" with Japanese subtitles and text narration. Retains the English vocal narration at the end.

*'''ROTF on TV Asahi''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2skqfPqKoQ&t=18]
: ''Notes:'' 15 second ad for the ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen]]'' film airing at 10 on TV Asahi. Features [[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]] busting out of Sam's garage and [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]] hanging onto [[Demolishor (ROTF)|Demolishor]]. The narration has had a heavy flanging effect applied to it.
[[Image:Japanese ROTF Toy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]

*'''Movie Characters and Gravity Bots''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rtuvvm2dUok&t=18]
: ''Toy segment:'' Megatron and the Decepticons attack a city. Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] and [[Sideswipe (Movie)|Sideswipe]] roll to the rescue! Optimus Prime transforms and shows off his [[Dual Energon Swords]]. The end segment shows two individuals demonstrating the transformations of [[Gravity Bot]]s Optimus Prime and Bumblebee.
: ''Notes:'' Includes a brief clip from the movie of Bumblebee firing his cannon.
{{-}}

==[[Transformers Animated (cartoon)#Japanese release|Transformers Animated]]==
*'''15-second commercial''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHz9fIwn6Hg] (March [[2010]])
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 1"
: ''Narration:'' [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus Prime]] ([[Hiroki Takahashi]])
: ''Hello, good children, are all of you well? I am Optimus Prime. I'm an Autobot leader who fights for the sake of protecting peace.'' Transformers Animated ''begins on April 3 at 8am.''

*'''30-second commercial after ''[[Rescue Fire|Tomica Hero: Rescue Fire]]''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s epilogue''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVe33iVGoCk] ([[March 26]], [[2010]])
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 1"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus Prime, [[Bumblebee (Animated)|Bumblebee]] ([[Daisuke Kishio]]), [[Megatron (Animated)|Megatron]] ([[Norio Wakamoto]])
: Bumblebee: *sigh*''Rescue Fire''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s over...
: Optimus: ''Rescue Fire'' sure was fun.
: Bumblebee: I loved Ritsuka-chan.
: Optimus: Everyone, ''Rescue Fire'' may be over, but next week ''Transformers Animated'' starts!
: Bumblebee: You'll all watch, right?
: Megatron: If you don't, I'm haunting your dreams.
: Optimus: It's you, Megatron!
: Megatron: What's the matter, Optimus Prime?
: Bumblebee: What are you here for?!
: Megatron: To promote the show!
: Optimus: Then, just this once, let's shake hands
: Megatron: I refuse. ''Transformers Animated''! Be sure to watch!
: Optimus: That should my line!
: Bumblebee: You'll watch, right?!

{{note|The commercials below are the online previews that differ slightly from their on-air version in terms of what's spoken by whom.}}

*'''''[[Transform and Roll Out|The Heroes Are Called Autobots]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 3]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10269744] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 2"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, [[Bulkhead (Animated)|Ironhide]] ([[Kenta Miyake]])
: Bumblebee: I'm Bumblebee! Oh slag! There's a big monster on the rampage, Ironhide! ("big" = "dekai" でかい or "dekkai" でっかい)
: Ironhide: Big is Hokkaido! Hokkaido is big! (''Dekkaido wa Hokkaidō! Hokkaidō wa dekkaido!'')
: Bumblebee: ''Transformers Animated'' on [[April 10]], Saturday, at 8am!

*'''''[[Transform and Roll Out|Secret of the AllSpark]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 10]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10340849] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 3"
: ''Narration:'' [[Starscream (Animated)|Starscream]] ([[Jin Yamanoi]])

*'''''[[Sound and Fury|The Great Sound Wave Operation]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 17]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10414077] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Sound and Fury]]"
: ''Narration:'' Megatron

*'''''[[The Thrill of the Hunt|Don't Wipe Away the Memories]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 24]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10487880] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[The Thrill of the Hunt]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus

*'''''[[Home Is Where the Spark Is|The Immortal Megatron]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 30]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10565793] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Home Is Where the Spark Is]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus and Ironhide
: Optimus: Try saying "Transformers Animated" very fast!
: Ironhide: Transformers Animated! Transformers Animated! Transformers Animated! Transformers Anima-pukka! Eh-heh...
: Optimus: "Transformers Animated!"
: Ironhide: Said it.

*'''''[[Total Meltdown|Challenge of the Burning Giant]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 7]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10647723] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Total Meltdown]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Meltdown (Animated)|Prometheus Black]] ([[Fumihiko Tachiki]])

*'''''[[Blast from the Past|Birth of the Dinobots!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 15]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10723545] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Blast from the Past]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus

*'''''[[Nanosec (episode)|Trap Time]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 22]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10800404] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Nanosec (episode)|Nanosec]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Nanosec]] ([[Takehito Koyasu]]), Bumblebee, Ratchet

*'''''[[Along Came a Spider|Shadow of the Spider-Woman]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 29]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10878866] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Along Came a Spider]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus

*'''''[[Lost and Found (episode)|Fierce Battle at the Bottom of the Lake]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 5]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10956385] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Lost and Found (episode)|Lost and Found]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Blitzwing (Animated)|Blitzwing]] ([[Yūichi Nagashima]])

*'''''[[Survival of the Fittest|Showdown! Dinobots]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 12]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11038363] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Survival of the Fittest]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Grimlock (Animated)|Grimlock]] ([[Keiji Fujiwara]]), [[Swoop (Animated)|Swoop]] ([[Nobuo Tobita]]), [[Snarl (Animated)|Snarl]]

*'''''[[Headmaster (episode)|Rein in the Headmaster!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 19]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11110782] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Headmaster (episode)|Headmaster]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Sari Sumdac (Animated)|Sari Sumdac]] ([[Satomi Akesaka]]), Bumblebee, Ironhide, Prowl, Ratchet, Optimus Prime

*'''''[[Megatron Rising - Part 1|Megatron's Resurrection, Part 1]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 26]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11187052] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Megatron Rising - Part 1]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Megatron Rising - Part 2|Megatron's Resurrection, Part 2]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 3]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11260494] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Megatron Rising - Part 2]]"
: ''Narration:'' Blitzwing, [[Lugnut (Animated)|Lugnut]] ([[Kentarō Itō]])

*'''''[[The Elite Guard|Elite Guard]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 10]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11336980] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[The Elite Guard]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Sentinel Prime (Animated)|Sentinel]] ([[Junichi Suwabe]]), [[Jazz (Animated)|Jazz]] ([[Hideo Ishikawa]])

*'''''[[The Return of the Headmaster|Headmaster, Once Again!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 17]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11462952] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[The Return of the Headmaster]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Headmaster (Animated)|Henry Masterson]] ([[Kōsuke Okano]])

*'''''[[Mission Accomplished|Blast-Extinguishing Complete!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 24]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11493428] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Mission Accomplished]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, Optimus

*'''''[[Garbage In, Garbage Out|Wreck-Gar's Rampage]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 31]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11576565] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Garbage In, Garbage Out]]"
: ''Narration:'' Ratchet, [[Arcee (Animated)|Arcee]] ([[Ayahi Takagaki]])

*'''''[[Velocity (episode)|Ratings Race!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 7]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11660442] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Velocity (episode)|Velocity]]"
: ''Narration:'' Megatron

*'''''[[A Fistful of Energon|Increasing Enemies]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 14]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11744858] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[A Fistful of Energon]]"
: ''Narration:'' Lugnut, Blitzwing

*'''''[[SUV: Society of Ultimate Villainy|Swindle's Scheme]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 21]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11827215] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[SUV: Society of Ultimate Villainy]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Autoboot Camp|Double Agent]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 28]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11907088] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Autoboot Camp]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Black Friday (episode)|Heart of the Spider-woman]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 4]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11988049] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Black Friday (episode)|Black Friday]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Blackarachnia (Animated)|Blackarachnia]] ([[Ryōka Yuzuki]])

*'''''[[A Bridge Too Close, Part I|Respective Expectations]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 11]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12067298] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[A Bridge Too Close, Part I]]"
: ''Narration:'' Blitzwing, [[Blurr (Animated)|Blurr]] ([[Takahiro Sakurai]])

*'''''[[A Bridge Too Close, Part II|Enormous Power]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 18]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12143967] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[A Bridge Too Close, Part II]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, Ratchet

*'''''[[TransWarped#Part I|Sari's Secret]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 25]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12221102] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[TransWarped#Part I|TransWarped]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus]] [[Tesshō Genda|Prime]], Optimus Prime

*'''''[[TransWarped#Part II|Sari, Transform!?]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 2]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12295088] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[TransWarped#Part II|TransWarped]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee

*'''''[[TransWarped#Part III|Megatron's Invasion]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 9]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12368592] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[TransWarped#Part III|TransWarped]]"
: ''Narration:'' Sentinel, Jazz

*'''''[[Three's a Crowd|The Stubborn Dirt Boss]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 16]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12444511] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Three's a Crowd]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Where Is Thy Sting?|Wasp's Revenge]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 23]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12517851] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Where Is Thy Sting?]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, Ratchet

[[Image:Japanese_Animated_Wave1Toys_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Olé!"]]
*'''First Eleven figures''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MlspqsUXvQg]
: ''Toy segment:'' Optimus Prime and his crew of Autobots race down a city street to confront Megatron, [[Blackarachnia (Animated)|Blackarachnia]], Starscream, and... [[Lockdown (Animated)|Lockdown]]? Again? Then [[Cliffjumper (Animated)|Cliffjumper]] and [[Dirge (Animated)|Dirge]] pop up out of nowhere for the static end shot. Ooookay.

*'''"Animated" airing on {{w|Cartoon Network (Japan)|Cartoon Network Japan}}''' [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10864079] (Account required)
: Commercial for "Transformers Animated" to air on Japan's Cartoon Network starting on [[June 5]], 2010, at 6:30AM and 4:00PM. Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]]."

*'''DVD Vol. 1 Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ZEYECLvVZs]
: Tells the back story of ''Transformers Animated'', linking it to the 2007 movie. Includes footage of the Autobots working on a [[space bridge]] from "[[Transform and Roll Out]]", and the [[Transformers Evo.|Japanese intro]] to the series. Promotion of the Japanese DVD's release on [[August 6]], [[2010]], from [http://dvd.paramount.jp/tfa/ Paramount Japan's site]. Also promotes [[Sega]]'s arcade games "[[Transformers Animated: The Chase]]" and [[Transformers Animated: The Shooting]]", as well the limited mail-away prize gold-plated Deluxe Earth-mode Optimus Prime.
: ''The world will change. The future will be created...''

== [[Transformers United]] ==
*'''Transformers United DVD CM''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EejvhYAGCzE]
: A three minute promo featuring the first ten Transformers United toys. The transformations are shown being done by hand, rather than being filmed in stop motion as they usually are for Japanese commercials.

== [[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (franchise)|Transformers/Dark Side Moon]] ==
*'''MechTech Wars''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ev-uiIy_tmw]
: A promo for the Japanese exclusive [[MechTech Wars]] game. The features of the cards used in the game are highlighted along with ability to use them to play with your computer, cellphone or a game terminal. Some battle footage from the game is shown as well.

== [[Transformers: Prime (franchise)|Transformers: Prime]] ==
*'''Arms Microns''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nzuLjWMkyNU]
: [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]], [[Soundwave (WFC)]] and [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] swoop in to confront [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]], [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]], [[Bulkhead (Prime)|Bulkhead]] and [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] as they drive on a desert road. Megatron transforms and uses [[Gora]] to clash with Optimus Prime and [[O.P.]].
: ''Notes:'' This ad is mostly stop-motion animation using the toys but the fly-in of the Decepticons appears to be CGI.

== [[Transformers GT: Mission GT-R (franchise)|Transformers GT]] ==
*'''"Transformers GT is here!!"''' [https://youtu.be/gv4fu9HhpGY]
{{stub}}

== [[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|Transformers: Lost Age]] ==
{{note|In addition to the Japan only trailer below, there were also Japanese subtitled versions of the English teaser and payoff trailers.}}

*'''Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7SGuehFY9o]
: Uploaded [[April 24]] [[2014]]. Similar to the first Japanese trailer for ''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]'', this one begins with an introduction by a famous American associated with the film. Instead of [[Steven Spielberg]] and [[Michael Bay]], this time it's new lead actor [[Mark Wahlberg]]. Unlike his predecessors, he speaks only English. This is accompanied by Japanese subtitles. The remainder of the trailer is a heavily edited down version of the US trailer with most of the footage unique to that trailer (i.e. the footage not found in the first two US commercials) removed. Notable exceptions are the brief scene with [[Tessa Yeager|Tessa]]'s "Dad, you can't keep spending money on junk" voice over, the pan past [[Lucas Flannery]] to Optimus Prime and the scene of a Stinger transforming in front of Bumblebee.

*'''Overdubbed Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AkoLCH1yXLA]
: Uploaded [[July 3]], 2014. A 48 second mini-trailer using dubbed footage instead of subtitled footage like the first trailer. It is soundtracked with the [[Imagine Dragons]] song "[[Battle Cry]]".

*'''Destroyer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KXTQl-Cn1U]
: Uploaded [[July 1]], 2014 with the [[Commercial/Age of Extinction#TV tie-in Commercials|ESPN "Future of Soccer" ad]]. Uploaded [[July 2]] on it's own. A slightly modified version of the [[Commercial/Age of Extinction#TV spots|English language Destroyer ad]] with Tessa's "Help me!" line removed and the clip of her being caught by Bumblebee extended. This ad has English audio with subtitles.
:*'''Destroyer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_j93fLJxkhQ] (15 sec) - An edited down version of the previous ad.

*'''Desperate Situation''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkjaLWLWhMQ]
: Uploaded [[July 2]], 2014. English audio for the movie clips with Japanese subtitles. "This is not war." "Help me!" "Tessa!" "It's human extinction." "Bumblebee!" "You gotta have faith Prime, maybe not in who we are" "OH MY GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD!" "but who we can be."
:*'''Desperate Situation''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nPPlGYyb5cw] (15 sec) - An edited down version of the previous ad with Japanese audio for the movie clips.

*'''Fate''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrMV03wO-Kc]
: Uploaded July 2, 2014. English audio for the movie clips with Japanese subtitles. "Humans are hunting us, but a greater threat is coming." "He needs our help." "Why are you willing to help me?" "Because you trust me to." "Autobots, roll out!" "Promise me you're gonna keep her safe. Promise me!" "We are all targets now."
:*'''Fate''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLD8Ko8rc3Q] (15 sec) - An edited down version of the previous ad.

*'''Autobot Dispatch!''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QiGX_lSJ-Mo]
:Uploaded [[July 11]], 2014. Uses Japanese audio for the movie clips.

*'''Hurry to Theaters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPgiYmsV3U8]
: Uploaded [[July 22]], 2014. Uses Japanese audio for the movie clips.

*'''Dinosaur Extinction!''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gInzvZ2PCt4]
:Uploaded [[July 27]], 2014. Narration is in Japanese, movie clip audio is in English. "What is that?"

*'''New Dimension 3D''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yS90eyzi01U]
: Uploaded July 27, 2014. "We are all targets now." "They're here."

*'''3D Attraction''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRWM4sXsL9I]
: Uploaded [[August 3]], 2014. Japanese narration with English clips. "Whoa, whoa whoa!" "Bumblebee!"

*'''Movie Advanced Series dio story''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcqwW-G8XUQ]
: Uploaded [[May 20]], 2014. Earth is shown floating in space. This is followed by [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Leader Class toys 5|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Deluxe Class|Classic Bumblebee]] and [[Crosshairs (AOE)#Generations|Crosshairs]] transforming and rolling out from some rocky looking area. The Dinobots, [[Grimlock (AOE)#Voyager Class toys|Grimlock]], [[Slug (AOE)#Generations|Slug]] and [[Scorn#Generations|Scorn]] stomp around a similar looking area until meeting up with the Autobots. The Autobots transform to robot mode, which seems to enrage the Dinobots. The Dinobots charge the Autobots and knock them down. Prime manages to get back up, prompting the Dinobots to transform to robot mode themselves. Prime and Grimlock charge and collide in battle, leading to Optimus delivering a final blow. The blow prompts Grimlock to decide to shake hands with Optimus and be friends. The remainder of the trailer highlights the first seventeen ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (toyline)#Movie Advanced Series|Movie Advanced Series]]'' figures, grouped by movie of origin.

*'''Lost Age Series dio story''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYyChG7lga0]
: Uploaded [[July 9]], [[2014]]. Advertises mostly the One Step Changers, but also [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Age of Extinction|Battle Command Optimus Prime]], [[Grimlock (AOE)#Flip .26 Change|Big Grimlock]], [[Scorn#Robots in Disguise|Battle Attack Scorn]] and [[Strafe (AOE)#Robots in Disguise|Battle Attack Strafe]]. [[Lockdown (ROTF)#OneStepChanger|Lockdown]] is driving down a desert-ish road when he decides to stop and transform. This prompts the Autobots (except for Prime), who were driving the other direction the road, to stop and transform as well. [[Drift (AOE)#OneStepChanger|Drift]], [[Crosshairs (AOE)#OneStepChanger|Crosshairs]], [[Grimlock (AOE)#OneStepChanger|Grimlock]], and [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#OneStepChanger|Bumblebee]] all stand on top of Prime's trailer, which he has deployed into a battle station. The Autobots unleash a massive barrage of gunfire at Lockdown without making a dent. Lockdown returns the favor by blasting away the trailer and all the Autobots save Prime, who's still sitting there in truck mode. Optimus finally transforms and destroys Lockdown with a slash of his sword. The trailer ends with each of first eleven Lost Age Series toys being highlighted.

*'''Lost Age Series''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46xmW47iyfA]
: Uploaded [[July 24]], 2014. Battle Command Optimus Prime is driving along a desert road in the American southwest. Bumblebee and Drift deploy from Prime's trailer so that he can [[to sell toys|transform to robot mode for no real reason whatsoever]]. Bumblebee and Drift then follow suit and transform to their robot modes. This is followed by Hound, who was apparently there the whole time unseen, transforming. Lockdown then transforms on a black grid floating somewhere up in the clouds. Bumblebee then jumps on Prime's back before being replaced by his trailer, which is now in backpack mode. The end shot shows Optimus Prime and all the One Step Changers.

:*'''Lost Age Series (Version 2)'''
:Similar to the commercial above, and it includes an end tag of the Strongest Tag Team set (Battle Command Optimus Prime & High Octane Bumblebee).

== [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 cartoon)|Transformers Adventure]] ==

{{stub|TV spots, Trailers}}

*'''Transformers Adventure series premiere''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzMs8rzjIN4]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Pilot (Part 1)|Beginning of a New Adventure]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] ([[Ryōhei Kimura]])

*'''Transformers Adventure Series'''
: Uploaded [[March 5]], [[2015]].

{{-}}

*'''Easy Dynamic Series'''
: Uploaded [[March 5]], [[2015]].

{{-}}

[[File:TAV21-Optimus-Prime-Commercial.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''TAV21 Optimus Prime'''
: Uploaded [[June 30]], [[2015]].

{{-}}
*'''TAV33 Optimus Prime Supreme Mode arrives!'''
: Uploaded [[October 27]], [[2015]].

{{-}}
*'''TAV50 Hyper Surge Optimus Prime'''
: Uploaded [[June 14]], [[2016]].

{{-}}
[[Category:Commercials|Japan]]

==[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (franchise)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]==

*'''Transformers Siege''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6zBL8_YhWE]
: Uploaded [[September 14]], [[2019]].

==''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (franchise)|Transformers: Beast Awakening]]''==

*'''"PUI PUI Molcar" × Movie "Transformers / Beast Awakening" Special Collaboration Video''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWLDMCNy44M]
: Uploaded [[July 7]], [[2023]].

:Earth's Strongest Beast, [[Potato]], joins the fight against the forces of [[Unicron]]!

==References==
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== Press release or logo for 30,000 articles? ==
Is it worth putting something together as we get very very close? Maybe something like:
* 3 from Thrilling 30 logo
* 0 from the 40th logo
* 0 from the Vector Sigma "Featured" logo
* 0 from the cosmic-streaking O in the TFTM opener
* 0 from GO!

Just a suggestion.... --[[User:Thylacine 2000|Thylacine 2000]] ([[User talk:Thylacine 2000|talk]]) 13:45, 10 November 2023 (EST)
:If we wanted to go down that route, maybe tie into some of the contemporary material? Say, the "O"s from [[Energon Universe]] or [[Transformers: Legacy#Legacy: Evolution|Evolution]]? (Though the latter isn't exactly straight-on...) --[[User:Broadside|Broadside]] ([[User talk:Broadside|talk]]) 14:38, 10 November 2023 (EST)
::Sure! I lean towards the Energon Universe choice. --[[User:Thylacine 2000|Thylacine 2000]] ([[User talk:Thylacine 2000|talk]]) 15:48, 10 November 2023 (EST)
:Apologies, I've corrected the count on the main page as it was inaccurate, so we're not as close as it looked like we were. --[[User:Abates|abates]] ([[User talk:Abates|talk]]) 16:20, 10 November 2023 (EST)
::That just means we have more time to decide and, if so, pull things together. :) -- [[User:Cyberlink420|Cyberlink420]] ([[User talk:Cyberlink420|talk]]) 16:51, 10 November 2023 (EST)
:::Feels like we just leapt up 40 new articles in the last 2-3 days. Is it worth putting a graphic together? --[[User:Thylacine 2000|Thylacine 2000]] ([[User talk:Thylacine 2000|talk]]) 22:47, 18 January 2024 (EST)

=="Multi-pack" vs "gift set" and suchlike==
Incoming semantics, but... as I've been going through the toy entries, been trying to standardize/streamline a lot of stuff, and I think maybe a set of consistent terms/definitions for "a bunch of separate toys packed together" is in order. So lemme throw this out here for discussion/future reference...
*'''Multi-pack''' — A pack of toys where the contents (or at least most/some/any of them) are exclusive to this release, not sold in other packaging. Most multi-toy releases nowadays would fall under this umbrella by default.
*'''Gift set''' — A pack of toys where all of the contents are/were concurrently (or close enough) sold individually as well, without changes, in the same market. Like all the various G1 combiner sets.
The latter brings up the question of if we want to label all the Takara "VS" packs and the various UT-era "VALUE PACK!" sets under that umbrella, which I'm ambivalent-to-marginally-in-favor-of over. Especially as Takara's been putting out new "VS" packs where the toys are new decos not available elsewhere... also we kinda made up the "VS pack" term anyway, as memory serves, so. --[[User:M Sipher|M Sipher]] ([[User talk:M Sipher|talk]]) 20:15, 8 January 2024 (EST)
:Hasbro has used the word "[[Giftset]]" to refer to unique variants not available separately. I'm inclined to think we shouldn't directly contradict that. --[[User:Thylacine 2000|Thylacine 2000]] ([[User talk:Thylacine 2000|talk]]) 21:21, 8 January 2024 (EST)
::and damn but does that article need updating. --[[User:Thylacine 2000|Thylacine 2000]] ([[User talk:Thylacine 2000|talk]]) 21:22, 8 January 2024 (EST)
:::I'm inclined to think that Hasbro uses lots of terms in ways that are not exactly conducive to organizing a wiki. --[[User:M Sipher|M Sipher]] ([[User talk:M Sipher|talk]]) 21:29, 8 January 2024 (EST)

==More bullet point insignia?==
Okay so... I recall there were some other possible faction symbol bullet points we could maybe use. I ran across a few with this batch of toy pics we might consider adding. I'll list them here, see if people can think of more. I feel like there might be a couple more two-faction matchups out there.
* Rescue Bots
* The various BotBots squads
* My First Transformers

I'm not un-convinced that we should have the bespoke insignia for stuff like the Disney Label, since they do use them on the packaging. So uh... there. --[[User:M Sipher|M Sipher]] ([[User talk:M Sipher|talk]]) 01:51, 13 January 2024 (EST)
:Also, while looking at the list of all the bullets on the template page... maybe we should see if we can split the list up a smidge? Like, put all the mutli-faction icons in one section, a section just for BotBots since there's gonna be quite a few of them? Alphabetizing them might also be in order. (I have exactly zero idea how those templates are coded, so uh, lemme know if that's doable.) --[[User:M Sipher|M Sipher]] ([[User talk:M Sipher|talk]]) 04:42, 13 January 2024 (EST)
::There's also the [[Star Wars Transformers]]... though I'm not sure if using ''Star Wars'' insignia falls too much out of this wiki's scope, although we do use at least use them on the actual characters' pages (see [[Darth Vader]]). [[User:Turborun|Turborun]] ([[User talk:Turborun|talk]]) 10:34, 13 January 2024 (EST)
:::I don't think we'd use SW insignia because, near as I can tell, the toy packaging doesn't mark the toys that way. --[[User:M Sipher|M Sipher]] ([[User talk:M Sipher|talk]]) 05:27, 14 January 2024 (EST)

== Idea for reducing the size of toy sections by compacting unchanged toy entries ==

I've come up with an idea that I think would make toy sections on character pages a little better and more intuitive. Instead of having a long list of entries for multiple releases of the exact same toy completely unchanged, we could just compact them all in a single entry, describing how the toy was available both individually and unchanged in a bunch of multipacks. This could be especially helpful with toy sections that are way too long, such as both the Movie Optimus Prime and Bumblebee toy pages that have been subject to a lot of discussion already.

[[User:Fritz/Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys|I used the 2007 Legends Class section of the Movie Optimus Prime toy page to make a quick example out of it.]] The entries would be reduced from four to two toys, since 3/4 of them are the same toy anyway, and a lot of white space would be removed. As for the images of the multipacks, I don't think we would be losing much in removing them since the wiki has never prioritized images of packagings for anything really and, as I know is written somewhere in the "rules", the wiki isn't supposed to be used as an image hosting website in the first place.

So, any thoughts? --[[User:Fritz|Fritz]] ([[User talk:Fritz|talk]]) 20:18, 20 January 2024 (EST)
: We used to do this and it was actually kind of worse. There's also complications when unchanged toys end up being sold under different franchise headers, and when you add in all the other bullet point data a toy/set might have, you could end up with a lonnnnng list of bullet points before you get to the actual writeup, plus describing the multi-packs' contents... you're not really saving space while also kinda hurting the demi-chronological flow of the information. And deleting the multi-pack package imagery feels very wrong. It's one of those cases where there's no real ideal situation, but there's a least-bad one.
:That said, it probably wouldn't be a bad idea to make sure the first entry mentions these "repacks" alongside the redecoes and links to the relevant items. --[[User:M Sipher|M Sipher]] ([[User talk:M Sipher|talk]]) 21:34, 21 January 2024 (EST)
::Good points, as usual. Now that you mentioned it, I think I do have a vague memory of this being done in the past. I was going to suggest the repacks from different toylines should remain separate, though. My mentality was that maybe we could have a way to highlight the "main" releases (original and redecoes/retools) from the "minor" ones (unchanged repacks) to make it easier to identify in a glance how many actually-different toys were released within a toyline, but I wouldn't want it to cause ''more'' confusion than ''less''. Anyway thanks for taking the time to evaluate the idea. --[[User:Fritz|Fritz]] ([[User talk:Fritz|talk]]) 05:54, 22 January 2024 (EST)

==Repurposings, continuity transplants, and using Template:Main/Template:See to improve navigability==
I've gone back to the drawing board to come up with a way to signal to readers where closely-related pages exist, as I don't think [[Help:Disambiguation|disambiguation]] pages are enough and have found [[Template:OtherVersions]] to be unideal. [[Transformers Wiki talk:Community Portal/Archive70#Proposal re: G1 pages|Previously]], I'd suggested merging a bunch of pages for so-called "[[Continuity family|continuity]] transplants", but other users convinced me this would be a poor solution. One alternative suggestion, from [[User:Broadside]], was to use [[Template:Main]] to put key links to a character's appearances in other continuity families directly in the fiction section—[[Transformers Wiki talk:Community Portal/Archive70#Handling of "former GoBots" and "former Diaclone" characters on the wiki|reactions at the time]] were neutral-positive. You can see mockups for [[User:Broadside/Sandbox:Cy-Kill|Cy-Kill]] and [[User:Broadside/Sandbox:Bug Bite|Bug Bite]]. This strikes me as the best of both worlds, because it keeps the consistent schema (which helps for page length and organisation) but also puts a link to the information in the place where your typical reader is expecting to find it (on the page for the highest-profile first incarnation of the character).

With the same philosophy in mind, I've also designed two new templates. The first, [[Template:Toyappeared]], is intended for use in toy write-ups as a way of linking to fiction write-ups and character pages. It covers [[repurposing]]s, "continuity transplants", notable instances of [[Show-accuracy|toy-accuracy]], in-fiction [[Reformatting|powerups]], [[Redeco#"Virtual" redecos|"virtual" redecos]], you name it. Toy write-ups are increasingly being duplicated across multiple character pages, which creates maintenance overhead, as both instances must be manually kept in sync. My suggestion is to use [[Template:See]] to link to the full information regarding a toy on the original page, with the repurposed instance giving only brief information of what the toy is and ''why'' it was repurposed or whatever. The second of my new templates has a much more specific intended use case: [[Template:Bwucharacter]] provides an easy way of explaining how/why a character was reinterpreted for their ''Uprising'' appearance, as ''Uprising'' accounts for most of the situations I view as being problematic.

I realise I'm proposing like five things at once here, so [[User:The Wadapan/sandbox/repurposing|my sandbox]] has [[User:The Wadapan/sandbox/repurposing#Full example|a full example]] demonstrating how it all works together, along with tons of individual examples of the templates' usage and a more thorough explanation of what I'm trying to address with them. Take a look, and let me know which aspects you like, which parts you don't like, or any ideas you have to add! —[[User:The Wadapan|The Wadapan]] ([[User talk:The Wadapan|talk]]) 06:24, 12 February 2024 (EST)
:I can vouch for these templates! [[User:ShootingStar7X|ShootingStar7X]] ([[User talk:ShootingStar7X|talk]]) 15:38, 26 February 2024 (EST)
: I'm seeing a lot of problems with the implementation of some of this, and a lot of future headaches. The ones rolled out put what look like stub headers in a fiction section with just a small normal missable note up top; and in Override's case in specific, multiple stubs with completely redundant information. What this is ''going'' to do is get new people thinking that these are missing information that needs to be filled, then we gotta revert it and tell them no all that goes elsewhere, which is utterly unintuitive and will just lead to arguments and headaches all around.
: As for toys, in the instances of BWU-type stuff where it's a one-toy Mini-Con or whatever, I feel like NOT having the actual toy info for them on the BWU page, as with the Mini-Con Snow Cat toy currently, is not doing the reader any favors. Quite the opposite. Why are we making them jump to a different page for information that has no reason to not be right there? I don't like making readers jump through hoops needlessly, and that's all this feels like. And it's not like the toy sections of most of these are gonna see major changes, so lack of cross-updating is very, very, very unlikely to be an issue.
: I really don't think these require new templates and a bunch of new-editor landmines. At most, there's a decent argument to be made for re-positioning the "you look familiar" template that already exists, maybe below the main character writeup (above feels like a bad layout choice, pushing all kinds of stuff down.) --[[User:M Sipher|M Sipher]] ([[User talk:M Sipher|talk]]) 02:11, 28 February 2024 (EST)

== Listings and accessories ==

When I was making the description for cannonball based on the Walmart listing, there was mention of a Gatling gun and hammer not shown in the stock images,and left them out.

If I run into this type of situation again, what do I do?[[User:Poliwag06|Poliwag06]] ([[User talk:Poliwag06|talk]]) 10:56, 7 March 2024 (EST)

== A few suggestions ==

Gallery pages should only include images that aren't easily accessed by going to the main page, to avoid cluttering. I guess this is not an issue now since the current gallery pages are fairly short.

There should be more dedication in listing alt-modes of characters. Maybe there should be a header or something. For example, if the Dreamwave version of [[Sunstorm (G1)#Dreamwave Generation One continuity|Sunstorm]] transforms into an F-16 jet, it should be listed in the beginning with a header for the sake of easy access to the said information.--[[User:Primestar3|Primestar3]] ([[User talk:Primestar3|talk]]) 13:59, 17 March 2024 (EDT)

== Will we get an article on The Masked Singer? ==

Will there be an article on TFWiki about The Masked Singer, specifically their recent "Transformers Night" episode (https://the-masked-singer.fandom.com/wiki/Transformers_Night)? --[[User:John Pannozzi|John Pannozzi]] ([[User talk:John Pannozzi|talk]]) 20:01, 12 April 2024 (EDT)

: Assuming it's a licensed appearance (I can't check the credits myself :C ), I can't think why it wouldn't be [[User:AkibaSilver|AkibaSilver]] ([[User talk:AkibaSilver|talk]]) 21:15, 12 April 2024 (EDT)

:: It was indeed licensed. --[[User:John Pannozzi|John Pannozzi]] ([[User talk:John Pannozzi|talk]]) 22:30, 12 April 2024 (EDT)
:::Yes, as an official Hasbro-sanctioned piece of TF media, the episode does meet our requirements for inclusion. It just needs someone to write it up. -- [[User:Cyberlink420|Cyberlink420]] ([[User talk:Cyberlink420|talk]]) 23:22, 12 April 2024 (EDT)

== Franchise articles ==
So I was looking at the franchise pages to try and get an idea of what the standard is supposed to be for how they are written. Should all of them be updated to be more like the [[Beast Wars: Transformers (franchise)]] article? What was making me wonder this was that on the [[Transformers: Energon (franchise)]] article it had a section for "Homages" and one for "New characters" which I don't think any other franchise article has. --[[User:1levichurch|1levichurch]] ([[User talk:1levichurch||talk]]) 22:57, 21 April 2024 (UTC)

== AI upscaled images ==
With fresh offsite talks about the matter, I put forth we add an official policy against posting AI upscaled images of any kind to the wiki, owing to their subpar performance in "enhancing" the quality of images. [[User:McBaggins|McBaggins]] ([[User talk:McBaggins|talk]]) 23:52, 1 May 2024 (EDT)
:Agreed. It's literally faking information and presenting it as official. (Also often noticeably terrible.) Sometimes the best quality available of something sucks, but we simply have to deal. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 23:57, 1 May 2024 (EDT)
::100 percent agreed. It's called "artificial" for a reason. Plenty of details would be lost out through the upscaling, and several times errors on the wiki somehow became official through Hastak using the wiki for references (the whole [[Circular reporting]] thing). If we start allowing AI upscaled images, then we're likely to have things lost to the annals of time. Potato quality is better than lost quality[[User:Singularity|Singularity]] ([[User talk:Singularity|talk]]) 00:11, 2 May 2024 (EDT)
: Sure. --[[User:M Sipher|M Sipher]] ([[User talk:M Sipher|talk]]) 00:43, 2 May 2024 (EDT)

== Ending addition of high-end statues ==
This is something I doubt other people have noticed, but I'm putting down a tent-peg on it: After having built the entries for dozens of high-end collectable TF statues in the last 2-3 years, from firms like Diamond Select, Imaginarium, Azure Sea, XM Studios, etc., and then seeing most of them either officially cancelled or never spoken of again with no reported purchases, I am going to stop adding such items here. If someone else feels like cataloguing them, great.

It really may not be possible for us to keep up with toy-like non-transforming merchandise (figurines and statues) the way we used to. There are at least two ''released'' series of G1 core cast micro-figurines with micro-comics and magnifying glasses, which would have been the rage of the fandom in 2005, that nobody ever got around to adding, and it feels like too much of a chore for me to start. --[[User:Thylacine 2000|Thylacine 2000]] ([[User talk:Thylacine 2000|talk]]) 10:35, 3 May 2024 (EDT)
: It's an unfortunate but very real thing that once you enter the world of licensed merch, we're ''gonna'' have big gaps. It's... a lot, on top of the "a lot" that is the regular TF toyline and fictional output today. I've said that the work involved in keeping up with all of TF's merch ought to be a full-time paying job, and I genuinely mean it. --[[User:M Sipher|M Sipher]] ([[User talk:M Sipher|talk]]) 16:39, 3 May 2024 (EDT)

== Transformers Roleplaying Game releases on the front page and sidebar ==

The [[Transformers Roleplaying Game]] is getting pretty frequent releases of both sourcebooks and pre-written adventures, and it occurs to me that it might be a good idea to have it on the "current releases" section of the front page and/or the navigation sidebar. How would people feel about that? --[[User:Broadside|Broadside]] ([[User talk:Broadside|talk]]) 15:49, 4 May 2024 (EDT)
: I think that makes a lot of sense, as long as we have people keeping up with the new releases to document them. -- [[User:Cyberlink420|Cyberlink420]] ([[User talk:Cyberlink420|talk]]) 15:51, 4 May 2024 (EDT)

==How we handle weapons' toy/merch sections==
Okay, so like... I'm not really convinced that what we've been doing is the best way to handle the weapon pages' toys/merch sections. Honestly, they end up looking... really shoddy. There's just tiny scraps of info, vast wads of whitespace, few to no links, the images are tons of different sizes. 
I'm thinking that instead of all this... maybe this is a place where a gallery is in order, just a chronological procession. Have the captions just say what lines/toys the weapons came with and link to the toys directly on the character page. It's not like there's much to say about any of these, why not let the toy listing on the character page say it? Why make people scroll through screens of mostly-emptiness, which I feel they're increasingly unlikely to do? I may do a sandbox if I'm feeling up to it. --[[User:M Sipher|M Sipher]] ([[User talk:M Sipher|talk]]) 22:24, 6 May 2024 (EDT)
:[[User:M Sipher/Sandbox:WeaponPageToysSection]] - So... this, basically. --[[User:M Sipher|M Sipher]] ([[User talk:M Sipher|talk]]) 22:39, 6 May 2024 (EDT)
:I'd be on board with that. --[[User:Broadside|Broadside]] ([[User talk:Broadside|talk]]) 22:34, 6 May 2024 (EDT)
:I like it. It would be far more compact than our current approach for, say, [[Fusion cannon#toys]], while still getting the point across. --[[User:Thylacine 2000|Thylacine 2000]] ([[User talk:Thylacine 2000|talk]]) 11:13, 10 May 2024 (EDT)

==Proposal for Unproduced or Unreleased Template==
I don't think the Apocrypha template is particularly useful. It was created specifically for Alignment, but most of the things in it don't fit that criteria. Something like Unproduced or Unreleased Transformer media would be more self explanatory. [[User:WillR113|WillR113]] ([[User talk:WillR113|talk]]) 07:05, 11 May 2024 (EDT)

== Use of pictures from ebay, fan sites, etc ==

Is it appropriate to use pictures of toys from ebay, fan reviews, video review screenshots and the like? Under fair use and with source credit? Sometimes rarer items we don't have good pictures of on the wiki show up in these places. In particular I found a ebay seller with good images of EZ collection toys and and old Japanese review blog with images of Takara variants of HFTD/Autobot Alliance toys so that got me wondering. —[[User:BluJayWarrior|BluJayWarrior]] ([[User talk:BluJayWarrior|talk]]) 10:10, 12 May 2024 (EDT)

== ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers'' “再構成版” エピソード視聴ガイド "Re-Configuration Version" aka "Re-Constructed Version" Episode Viewing Guide ==

We really need to document the "canon" Japanese viewing order for ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers'' & ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010'' originally included with the ''Pioneer'' Laserdisc booklets & later apparently revised by [[Hirofumi Ichikawa]] (市川裕文) for the DVD BOX SET 2 Instruction Booklet as it would help clean-up the chronology on many wiki pages here. From what I've been able to gather this particular viewing order differs from both the US/Japan production orders, the US-Airing order and the Japanese-Airing order. So what exactly is the order of the episodes of these two series according to these documents? Does anyone own them and able to list the specific order in which the episodes appear in those LD/DVD "Instruction Booklets" word-for-word? As it stands, we've only mentioned that a "narrative viewing order" exists but do not have it listed anywhere. For further clarification, it is not the order in which the episodes appear on the Japanese DVDs. [[User:Astrobotix|Astrobotix]] ([[User talk:Astrobotix|talk]]) 01:09, 15 May 2024 (EDT)

Talk:G1 World

2024-05-11T05:57:16Z

Astrobotix: /* The move proposal */

==The move proposal==
I don't disagree with moving "OG World" to "G1 World". In fact, I'd not only be in favor for it but actually for giving it its own article entirely and moving this one back to its original Universal Stream designation, Primax 785.06 Alpha. A common misconception is that each stream designation demotes its own universe, but that isn't universally the case. See, all that the stream designations denote are certain points in time within the timelines of certain universes, but not always the entire timeline of each universe.

To cite some examples, The Headmasters cartoon, the Super-God Masterforce cartoon, the Japanese Beast Wars cartoon, and the Beast Wars II cartoon each all have their own separate universal stream designations, yet we know that each of these are part of the same singular timeline of the same single universe, that being the Japanese G1 cartoon universe (or as this move proposal calls in, the G1 World). Each of them has their own individual stream designations but are not separate universes from one another. Their having their own stream designations is not an error, but rather just a case of the bigger JG1 timeline simply comprising of multiple streams connected together in one long line, one massive river of time.

In contrast, the terms "OG World" and "G1 World" refer not to the same thing as universal stream Primax 785.06 Alpha (the Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers cartoon), but to everything encompassing Japanese G1 cartoon universe, including all of the cartoons listed above and each of their respective universal streams, each of which are merely pieces of the G1 World's timeline. The G1 World really deserves its own article and ought to cover not just stuff found on most TransTech multiversal gobbledygook article but all aspects of its universe. Perhaps even both its in-fiction history and its real-world conceptual history.

"Primax 785.06 Alpha" is merely the origin point of the FSRLTF cartoon, but the "G1 World" is so much bigger and more complex than that. --[[User:Sabrblade|Sabrblade]] ([[User talk:Sabrblade|talk]]) 20:26, 13 September 2020 (EDT)
*I agree [[Primax 785.06 Alpha]] should not redirect here and should instead have it's own page encompassing ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformer'', ''The Transformers: The Movie'' and ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformer 2010''. [[User:Astrobotix|Astrobotix]] ([[User talk:Astrobotix|talk]]) 01:57, 11 May 2024 (EDT)

Talk:Primax 984.17 Alpha

2024-05-11T05:41:24Z

Astrobotix: Created page with "Doesn't OG001 Spacetime encompass the reality that contains the universal stream Primax 984.17 Alpha? There may not currently be any other confirmed streams to co-exist withi..."

Doesn't OG001 Spacetime encompass the reality that contains the universal stream Primax 984.17 Alpha? There may not currently be any other confirmed streams to co-exist within OG001 Spacetime but the two are not exclusively the same thing and probably should never have been merged. [[User:Astrobotix|Astrobotix]] ([[User talk:Astrobotix|talk]]) 01:41, 11 May 2024 (EDT)

Primax 984.17 Alpha

2024-05-11T05:29:49Z

Astrobotix:

[[File:TransformersLogoSlantedOrange.jpg|250px|thumb|They don't get much bigger than this.]]

'''Primax 984.17 Alpha''', aka '''OG001 Spacetime''' (ＯＧ００１時空), is a pretty big deal as universal streams go. The [[Autobot#Cloud|Spacetime Police]] of [[Cloud World]] reckon it to be the origin point of the entire [[Multiverse|<strike>''Transformers'' brand</strike> Multiverse]], while the [[Transcendent Technomorph]]s consider it to be foundational to one of its [[Universal stream#Major streams|nine <strike>most prominent ''Transformers'' media</strike> pillar realities]].

==Fiction==
===''The Transformers'' cartoon===
A [[Quintesson]] ship inadvertently left the normal universe through a [[black hole]] and entered into the [[negative universe]]. The party of kidnap victims on board were unhurt, but found that the color spectrum was shifted in that strange place. They were able to find their way back to the normal universe through the black hole (which was a white hole in the negative universe). {{storylink|The Killing Jar (episode)|The Killing Jar}}

===''Cybertron'' comic===
[[Vector Prime]] considered [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] opening the [[Matrix of Leadership]] on a [[Hate Plague]]-infected [[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]], [[Cyclonus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Cyclonus]], and [[Scourge (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Scourge]] to be a highlight in his career as guardian of space and time. {{storylink|Vector Prime: In the Beginning}}

===Ask Vector Prime===
[[Vector Prime]] declared ''[[G.I. Joe (franchise)|G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero]]'', ''[[Jem|Jem and the Holograms]]'', ''[[Inhumanoids]]'', and ''C.O.P.S.'' canon for Primax 984.17 Alpha. {{storylink|Transformers Animated: The AllSpark Almanac II|Ask Vector Prime, The AllSpark Almanac II}} He also noted that the non-singularity [[Unicron]] of this universe would not be able to defeat [[Darth Vader]]'s [[Death Star]] mech from [[Lukas 577.25 Beta]] in battle. {{storylink|Transformers Animated: The Complete AllSpark Almanac|Ask Vector Prime, The Complete AllSpark Almanac}}

A group of [[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]]s from Primax 984.17 Alpha briefly visited [[Primax 1185.04 Alpha]] before finding their way back home. {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime#Facebook|Ask Vector Prime, 2015/06/13}} Between 1986 and 2005, several non-Transformer related events curiously similar to [[Quadwal]] events taking place during that period happened. {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime#Facebook|Ask Vector Prime, 2015/08/26}}

According to Vector Prime, this stream is one of several that is particularly prone to brief [[Animation error|temporal anomalies]], caused by events such as the [[Decepticon]]s' activities involving [[Dinobot Island (G1)|Dinobot Island]], [[Unicron]]'s destruction, the [[Quintesson]]s' [[Time Window]], and overuse of the [[Eurythma|Eurythmic]] [[Harmony]] (known to be a particularly potent cause). {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime#Facebook|Ask Vector Prime, 2015/09/30}}

Primax 984.17 Alpha is one of the nine known "pillar" realities, with numerous branching points and a high amount of quantum echos. Following the descent of the [[Shroud]], the TransTechs dispatched an agent to the point in [[Nexus 208.0 Epsilon]] where the universal walls were thinnest with Primax 984.17 Alpha; the agent was assigned to monitor the foundational reality. {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime#Facebook|Ask Vector Prime, 2015/11/01}}

===''Cloud''===
The Autobots of [[Cloud World]], defenders of the Spacetime World, knew the "OG World" as the first world created, with "[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 1|OG001 Spacetime]]" as the beginning of all events in the [[multiverse]]; Transformers from all across the multiverse resembled their counterparts in the OG World. {{storylink|Leap}} OG001 was similar to the almost as foundational [[G1 World|01-OG Spacetime]]. {{storylink|Fury (Cloud)|Fury}}

When the [[Megatron (Cloud)|Megatron]] of Cloud World seized control of the power of [[SARA]], he blasted himself and the [[Optimus Prime (Cloud)|Optimus Prime]] of his universe into OG001; Prime was found by the native Autobots, at which point they were attacked by the native Decepticons, but all three parties soon found themselves forced to team up to take on Cloud World's Megatron. {{storylink|Leap}} Fortunately, SARA was soon able to reassert control over her stolen power and returned "Cloud Optimus" and "Cloud Megatron" back to their reality. {{storylink|Rampage (Cloud)|Rampage}}

==Notes==
*Primax 984.17 Alpha is the [[universal stream]] designation corresponding to the original ''[[The Transformers (cartoon)|The Transformers]]'' cartoon. Its specifications are taken from the original airdate of "[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 1]]".
*Similarly, its [[Multiverse#Spacetimes|spacetime]] designation uses "OG," the code for the original cartoon, combined with a unique right to left numerical designation, indicating the original English language broadcast.
*It is presumably very similar to [[G1 World|Primax 785.06 Alpha]] and [[Primax 509.28 Epsilon]].

[[Category:Generation 1 cartoon locations]]
[[Category:Primax Alpha universes]]
[[Category:Spacetimes]]
[[Category:Transtech pillars]]

Universal stream

2024-05-11T05:23:57Z

Astrobotix: /* Major streams */

[[File:InvasionPrologue-Rhinox.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.66|"Hey, let's call this new stream 'Phartz'." "Heh heh. Cool."]]
'''Universal stream''' is the term used by the [[Transcendent Technomorph]]s to describe a specific point in time within the timeline of a single universe/dimension/reality inside the [[Multiverse]], with said point usually, but not always, denoting the universe's point of origin. The TransTech have cataloged over 15,962,782 universal streams (over 1,176,325 of which have "come to termination"), grouping [[continuity family|related universes]] into what are known as '''universal clusters''' and devising a classification system used to give each individual stream an alphanumeric designation.

{{quote|Ultimately, it is important to remember that these are just labels, of no particular import... [[List of universal streams|not worth devoting your mental energies to]].|[[Vector Prime]]|[[Ask Vector Prime#Facebook|Ask Vector Prime, 2015/08/26]]}}

==Universal clusters==
There are six "main" universal clusters:

[[File:Autobots unite monument valley AOE.jpg|thumb|upright=2.5|IMPORTANT.]]

* '''[[Primax]]'''—the [[Generation 1 continuity family|Generation 1]] continuity family. Points of commonality between universal streams in this cluster involve the forces of [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] and [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] battling over the resources of [[Earth]]. It also includes the [[Beast Era]], a possible future in which those two factions evolve into the small and semi-organic [[Maximal]]s and [[Predacon (BW)|Predacons]].
* '''[[Viron]]'''—the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 franchise)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] continuity family, a small cluster in which [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus Prime]]'s Autobots combat [[Megatron (RID)|Megatron]]'s Predacons.
* '''[[Aurex]]'''—the [[Unicron Trilogy continuity family|Unicron Trilogy]] continuity family. In this cluster, the Autobots and Decepticons struggle over such power-boosting items as [[Mini-Con]]s and [[Cyber Planet Key]]s while also contending with the threat of [[Unicron]].
* '''[[Tyran]]'''—the [[live-action film series|live-action movie]] continuity family, a violent cluster in which the search for the lost [[AllSpark]] brings the Autobots and Decepticons to Earth, and humanity becomes heavily involved in the conflict.
* '''[[Malgus]]'''—the ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Animated]]'' continuity family, a cluster in which the war has ended and [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] is at peace, and [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus Prime]]'s Autobots are superheroes on a near-future version of Earth.
* '''[[Uniend]]'''—the [[Aligned continuity family]], a cluster where Cybertron was poisoned by [[Dark Energon]] and left uninhabitable for a long time by [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] in his war against [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]]. Although previously ''separate'' from the rest of the multiverse, its quantum membrane was punctured by the passage of the [[Dark Spark]]. Later events in this cluster's streams involve [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] taking command of a small team of Autobots to fight [[Steeljaw (RID)|Steeljaw]].

Other minor clusters include:

[[File:DetentionEscape Optimus and Bumblebee.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|NOT QUITE THAT IMPORTANT.]]

* '''[[Fornax]]'''—the ''[[Kre-O]]'' continuity family, home to modular brick-built Transformers.
* '''[[Iocus]]'''—a cluster essentially made up of overlapping aspects of ''other'' clusters, it is home to forgettable side-merchandise like ''[[Hero Mashers]]'', ''[[Bot Shots (franchise)|Bot Shots]]'', ''[[Construct-Bots]]'', ''[[Battle Masters]]'', and ''[[Attacktix]]'', populated by 'bots functionally indistinct from their counterparts elsewhere in the multiverse, giving the outward appearance of worlds in which characters from different universes exist side by side.
* '''[[Nexus]]'''—the technologically advanced cluster where the ''[[Transformers: TransTech|TransTech]]'' world of [[Axiom Nexus]] resides.
* '''[[Quadwal]]'''—the "real world", in which Transformers exist primarily as [[toy]]s.
* '''[[Yayayarst]]'''—the [[Go-Bots continuity family|Go-Bots]] continuity family, home to the [[Go-Bot (species)|Go-Bots]] of [[Botropolis]].

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Clusters in the farthest reaches of the multiverse only tenuously connected to the Transformers include:

[[File:Cykillgobots.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7|WELL, ''WE'' LIKE IT.]]

* '''[[Cymond]]'''—the continuity family of various [[TakaraTomy]] non-''Transformers'' franchises, right on the border between the Multiverse and the wider [[Megaverse]].
* '''[[Gargent]]'''—the ''[[GoBots]]'' continuity family, home to the [[Guardian (GoBots)|Guardians]] and [[Renegade]]s of [[Gobotron]].
* '''[[Lukas]]'''—the ''[[Star Wars Transformers]]'' continuity family, where the [[Jedi]] battle the [[Sith]] using transforming mecha. This cluster is said to have "thin barriers" with realities from elsewhere in the [[Omniverse]].
* '''[[Rovio (universal cluster)|Rovio]]'''—the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' continuity family, a cluster where the dimensionally-displaced [[AllSpark|"EggSpark"]] accidentally changed the natives of [[Piggy Island]] into the [[Autobird]]s and [[Deceptihog]]s.
* '''[[Xobitor]]'''—the ''[[Robotix]]'' continuity family, home to the [[Protecton]]s and [[Terrakor]]s of [[Skalorr]].

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==Deciphering the terminology==
{{see|List of universal streams}}
Each universal stream's name consists of three parts, beginning with the continuity family of origin, a number that indicates the "real world" date of creation, and a Greek letter that denotes the form of media. Supplied by writers [[Greg Sepelak]], [[Trent Troop]], and [[Jim Sorenson]], the list of Greek letters and the media to which they refer are:

* '''Alpha'''—animated series
* '''Beta'''—tech spec/toy/pack-in comic only ("box")
* '''Gamma'''—comic book series
* '''Delta'''—motion picture/live action
* '''Epsilon'''—club/convention fiction [[File:Once upon a time grimlock canon.jpg|right|thumb|upright=2.2|Basically, you could classify this as a universe, Primax 490.07-G Gamma cos it's a comic that Grimlock drew in a comic from 7th April 1990. Someone will do it too.]]
* '''Zeta'''—text stories, storybooks, and other prose works (printed)
* '''Eta'''—radio/audiocentric universes, books on tape
* '''Theta'''—live performance/spoken word
* '''Iota'''—Internet-only information (not involved with club/convention)
* '''Kappa'''—games (video and otherwise)
* '''Lambda'''—covers, still images, and advertisements (there's [[IDW Publishing|so many]] Lambdas these days that Vector Prime stopped keeping track {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime#Facebook|Ask Vector Prime, 2015/06/07}})

So, for example, '''Primax 984.17 Alpha''' refers to the continuity of the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|original ''Transformers'' cartoon]], with '''"Primax"''' referring to the Generation 1 continuity family, '''"984.17"''' indicating the first episode's airdate of [[September 17]], [[1984]], and '''"Alpha"''' denoting an animated series. Using this information, we could, in theory, determine the names of yet-unnamed universes on our own—for example, the "[[Decepticon Dark Commander Grand Scourge]]" pack-in comic would be "Primax 915.0 Gamma".

Furthermore, a minus symbol at the beginning of a universal stream's number indicates that this particular reality is a '''negative polarity universe''', where the morals and personalities of most living beings (especially Cybertronians) are radically inverted. Thus far, at least eight negative polarity universes have been revealed, but [[Vector Prime]] has hinted at the existence of many more, with the caveat that they are not as common as '''positive polarity universes'''. {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime#Facebook|Ask Vector Prime, 2015/05/14}} {{storylink|Epilogue Two}}

In the case of sources that identical streams of multiple universes could be connected to (such as story collections and anthologies, multiple versions of a video game, or comic book cover variants) a one or two-letter suffix is added to the number to indicate the actual source material. For example, from the ''[[Transformers Legends (book)|Transformers Legends]]'' anthology, [[Aurex 1104.30-DB Zeta]] is the "[[Lonesome Diesel]]" short story by [[David Bischoff]], while [[Aurex 1104.30-JH Zeta]] is the "[[Fire in the Dark]]" short story by [[John Helfers]].

==<s>Don't</s> Cross the Streams==
[[File:WarToEndAllWars5-HotRodimusPrimesAnswer.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.9|"Haw, that guy up there said ''farts''!"]]

Spatial-temporal powers like the TransTech, the Alternity and [[Planicron|Flaternity]], and the Transformers of Cloud World could hop reality willy-nilly, and [[Unicron]] has been known to move to new universes after he devours or is driven from one. [[Primus]] and Unicron can pluck you out of your reality and put you in another, and "[[Rhythms of Darkness!]]", "[[Worlds Collide, Part 1 of 4|Worlds Collide]]", and the [[Universe War]] all involve one or both sending agents to another reality.

For most of the multiverse, however, crossing from one universe to the other is bloody hard. Many never make contact with another universe and those that do, may only do so temporarily and in circumstances hard to replicate. There does exist dedicated technology to link one world and a specific other, as the Quintessons used with Menonia.

In late 2015 Quadwal time, interdimensional travel and communication, even to the hyper technologically advanced TransTech, was rendered nigh impossible as a result of [[Out of the One, Many|a cosmic event]]. Any universes or potential new [[Evergreen|universal clusters]] created after that time are beyond the knowledge of the TransTech and as such do not have a place in their database.

{{-}}

==Major streams==
[[File:Master builders prime basketball.jpg|upright=1.2|thumb|The most important and iconic stream of them all.]]

Nearly two hundred streams have been named, over half of which exist within Primax realities. Among all of the known universes, however, there are nine known "pillar" realities, a set of universes that can be thought of as "foundational", with unusually high amounts of branching points and quantum echos. {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime#Facebook|Ask Vector Prime, 2015/11/01}} The origin streams for these nine universes are:

* [[Primax 984.0 Gamma]]—the [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)|U.S. Marvel ''The Transformers'' comic]].
* [[Primax 984.17 Alpha]]—[[The Transformers (cartoon)|''The Transformers'' cartoon]].
* [[Primax 496.22 Alpha]]—the ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|Beast Wars]]''/''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (cartoon)|Beast Machines]]'' cartoons.
* [[Viron 901.8 Alpha]]—the 2001 ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 cartoon)|Robots in Disguise]]'' cartoon.
* [[Aurex 802.23 Alpha]]—the ''[[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)|Armada]]/[[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)|Energon]]/[[Transformers: Cybertron (cartoon)|Cybertron]]'' cartoons.
* [[Primax 1005.19 Gamma]]—the [[2005 IDW continuity|IDW 2005 comic continuity]]/[[Hasbro Universe]].
* [[Tyran 707.04 Delta]]—the [[Transformers (film)|live-action ''Transformers'' films]].
* [[Malgus 1207.26 Alpha]]—the [[Transformers Animated (cartoon)|''Animated'']] cartoon continuity.
* [[Uniend 911.05 Alpha]]—the ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Prime]]''/''[[Transformers: Rescue Bots (cartoon)|Rescue Bots]]''/''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 cartoon)|Robots in Disguise]]''/''[[Transformers: Rescue Bots Academy (cartoon)|Rescue Bots Academy]]'' cartoon continuity.

==See also==
* [[List of universal streams]]
* [[Multiverse]]
* [[Megaverse]]
* [[Omniverse]]

==Notes==
* Cor, all that's really complicated, isn't it! This is down to it originally being a joke on how fragmented the multiverse was back in 2008 (it only got worse!) and to make the TransTech seem more detached and alien. [[Greg Sepelak|Greg "M Sipher" Sepalak]], co-creator of the format, specified that the TransTech gave the universes "techy, unintuitive-sounding terms... since they're really just points of data to them (rather like the naming of exoplanets or individual asteroids and etc) rather than ongoing stories about characters."<ref>[https://www.allspark.com/forums/topic/101932-tfwikinet-thread-30/?p=3411810 The Allspark Forums, 2nd January 2016]</ref>
* With the termination of the partnership between Fun Publications and Hasbro at the end of [[2016]], no new TransTech fiction has been published; as a result, new [[continuity family|continuity families]] introduced after 2016—such as ''[[Transformers: Cyberverse (franchise)|Cyberverse]]'' or ''[[Transformers: BotBots (franchise)|BotBots]]''—do not possess in-fiction universal stream designations and likely never will.

===Foreign names===
* ''Japanese:'' '''Jikūgun''' (時空群, "spacetime cluster")

==References==
{{reflist}}

[[Category:Alternity]]
[[Category:Animated]]
[[Category:Timelines]]
[[Category:TransTech]]
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Primax 984.17 Alpha

2024-05-11T05:22:03Z

Astrobotix:

[[File:TransformersLogoSlantedOrange.jpg|250px|thumb|They don't get much bigger than this.]]

'''Primax 984.17 Alpha''', aka '''OG001 Spacetime''' (ＯＧ００１時空), is a pretty big deal as universal streams go. The [[Autobot#Cloud|Spacetime Police]] of [[Cloud World]] reckon it to be the origin point of the entire [[Multiverse|<strike>''Transformers'' brand</strike> Multiverse]], while the [[Transcendent Technomorph]]s consider it to be one of its [[Universal stream#Major streams|nine <strike>most prominent ''Transformers'' media</strike> pillar realities]].

==Fiction==
===''The Transformers'' cartoon===
A [[Quintesson]] ship inadvertently left the normal universe through a [[black hole]] and entered into the [[negative universe]]. The party of kidnap victims on board were unhurt, but found that the color spectrum was shifted in that strange place. They were able to find their way back to the normal universe through the black hole (which was a white hole in the negative universe). {{storylink|The Killing Jar (episode)|The Killing Jar}}

===''Cybertron'' comic===
[[Vector Prime]] considered [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] opening the [[Matrix of Leadership]] on a [[Hate Plague]]-infected [[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]], [[Cyclonus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Cyclonus]], and [[Scourge (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Scourge]] to be a highlight in his career as guardian of space and time. {{storylink|Vector Prime: In the Beginning}}

===Ask Vector Prime===
[[Vector Prime]] declared ''[[G.I. Joe (franchise)|G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero]]'', ''[[Jem|Jem and the Holograms]]'', ''[[Inhumanoids]]'', and ''C.O.P.S.'' canon for Primax 984.17 Alpha. {{storylink|Transformers Animated: The AllSpark Almanac II|Ask Vector Prime, The AllSpark Almanac II}} He also noted that the non-singularity [[Unicron]] of this universe would not be able to defeat [[Darth Vader]]'s [[Death Star]] mech from [[Lukas 577.25 Beta]] in battle. {{storylink|Transformers Animated: The Complete AllSpark Almanac|Ask Vector Prime, The Complete AllSpark Almanac}}

A group of [[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]]s from Primax 984.17 Alpha briefly visited [[Primax 1185.04 Alpha]] before finding their way back home. {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime#Facebook|Ask Vector Prime, 2015/06/13}} Between 1986 and 2005, several non-Transformer related events curiously similar to [[Quadwal]] events taking place during that period happened. {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime#Facebook|Ask Vector Prime, 2015/08/26}}

According to Vector Prime, this stream is one of several that is particularly prone to brief [[Animation error|temporal anomalies]], caused by events such as the [[Decepticon]]s' activities involving [[Dinobot Island (G1)|Dinobot Island]], [[Unicron]]'s destruction, the [[Quintesson]]s' [[Time Window]], and overuse of the [[Eurythma|Eurythmic]] [[Harmony]] (known to be a particularly potent cause). {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime#Facebook|Ask Vector Prime, 2015/09/30}}

Primax 984.17 Alpha is one of the nine known "pillar" realities, with numerous branching points and a high amount of quantum echos. Following the descent of the [[Shroud]], the TransTechs dispatched an agent to the point in [[Nexus 208.0 Epsilon]] where the universal walls were thinnest with Primax 984.17 Alpha; the agent was assigned to monitor the foundational reality. {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime#Facebook|Ask Vector Prime, 2015/11/01}}

===''Cloud''===
The Autobots of [[Cloud World]], defenders of the Spacetime World, knew the "OG World" as the first world created, with "[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 1|OG001 Spacetime]]" as the beginning of all events in the [[multiverse]]; Transformers from all across the multiverse resembled their counterparts in the OG World. {{storylink|Leap}} OG001 was similar to the almost as foundational [[G1 World|01-OG Spacetime]]. {{storylink|Fury (Cloud)|Fury}}

When the [[Megatron (Cloud)|Megatron]] of Cloud World seized control of the power of [[SARA]], he blasted himself and the [[Optimus Prime (Cloud)|Optimus Prime]] of his universe into OG001; Prime was found by the native Autobots, at which point they were attacked by the native Decepticons, but all three parties soon found themselves forced to team up to take on Cloud World's Megatron. {{storylink|Leap}} Fortunately, SARA was soon able to reassert control over her stolen power and returned "Cloud Optimus" and "Cloud Megatron" back to their reality. {{storylink|Rampage (Cloud)|Rampage}}

==Notes==
*Primax 984.17 Alpha is the [[universal stream]] designation corresponding to the original ''[[The Transformers (cartoon)|The Transformers]]'' cartoon. Its specifications are taken from the original airdate of "[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 1]]".
*Similarly, its [[Multiverse#Spacetimes|spacetime]] designation uses "OG," the code for the original cartoon, combined with a unique right to left numerical designation, indicating the original English language broadcast.
*It is presumably very similar to [[G1 World|Primax 785.06 Alpha]] and [[Primax 509.28 Epsilon]].

[[Category:Generation 1 cartoon locations]]
[[Category:Primax Alpha universes]]
[[Category:Spacetimes]]
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G1 World

2024-05-11T05:07:59Z

Astrobotix:

[[File:TFG1.JPG|thumb|300px|Did we mention there's also like eight more seasons worth of guys? [[The Headmasters (toyline)|There's]] [[Super-God Masterforce (toyline)|like]] [[Victory (toyline)|eight]] [[Zone (toyline)|more]] [[Return of Convoy (toyline)|seasons]] [[Operation Combination (toyline)|worth]] [[Beast Wars II (toyline)|of]] [[Beast Wars Neo (toyline)|guys.]]]]

The '''G1 World''' (G1世界 ''Jīwan Sekai''), also known as the "'''Known World'''" (正史世界 ''Seishi Sekai'', lit. "Official History World"), is a universe similar to that containing the [[Primax 984.17 Alpha]] universal stream, except everybody speaks Japanese instead of English. It is the source reality of <s>multiple continuity trainwrecks</s> a complex network of universal streams.

It includes multiple [[universal stream]]s, notably '''Primax 785.06 Alpha'''.

==Fiction==
===''Generations Selects Special Comic'' (1)===
The G1 World was born in the same [[Big Bang (event)|Big Bang]] that destroyed the [[Precursor World]]. The infant universe received three heirlooms from its predecessor: Its conserved life energy in the form of the [[Zodiac]], an energy being known as the [[Primus|Oracle]], and the scientist [[Primacron]]. {{storylink|Generations Selects Special Comic Finale|Finale}}

===''Cloud''===
The Autobots of [[Cloud World]], defenders of the "[[Multiverse|Spacetime World]]", perceived the G1 World as an entire cluster of smaller dimensions, known as "[[Spacetime]]s", connected in the larger flow of time. These included but were not limited to the [[The Transformers (cartoon)#Japanese release|OG]], [[Transformers: The Headmasters (cartoon)|HM]], [[Transformers: Super-God Masterforce (cartoon)|MF]], and [[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)#Japanese release|BW Spacetimes]] and were further divided into numerical designations by branches in the flow of time. {{storylink|Shock (Cloud)|Shock}}

They knew the "01-OG Spacetime" the eldest of these, as intimately connected to [[Primax 984.17 Alpha|OG001 Spacetime]], the true origin point of the Spacetime World by their reckoning. While the latter was truly the first world created, the former was almost as primordial and both acted as the foundation for all subsequent Spacetimes in the larger Spacetime World. {{storylink|Leap}}

{{stub|{{storylink|Shock (Cloud)|Shock}}{{storylink|Fury (Cloud)|Fury}} {{storylink|Transcendence}}}}

Due to a [[The Battle of the Star Gate|dimensional disturbance]], the [[15-OGSS Spacetime]] branched off from the 01-OG Spacetime. {{storylink|Transformers Cloud Compilation Comic|Compilation Comic}}

===''Legends'' comic===
During a fight with [[Sky-Byte (RID)|Sky-Byte]] in 2004, an explosion of [[solitarium]] sent Sky-Byte and [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]] to the [[Legends World]]. {{storylink|Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol. 6}} Jetfire later returned to his home dimension with [[Whirl (G1)|Whirl]] and [[Roadbuster (G1)|Roadbuster]]. {{storylink|Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol. 7|Bonus Edition Vol. 7}}
{{stub|creation of Legends World, evacuation of its residents into G1 World upon destruction, recreation of Legends World}}

===''Story of Binaltech''===
{{stub|description of initial timeline split}}

The spark of [[Prowl (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Prowl]] of [[BT World|the Binaltech timeline]] was lost for a time due to a [[unspace|subspace]] accident, {{storylink|Prowl & Chase}} ending up in the original timeline. When the original timeline's Autobots discovered this, [[Bluestreak (G1)|Streak]] crossed over into the Binaltech timeline to inform Prowl's comrades that their Prowl was still alive. {{storylink|Unfinished Business, Part 1}} The collaboration of Autobots from two worlds successfully salvaged Prowl's spark and restored it to physical form. {{storylink|Unfinished Business, Part 2}}

===Controverse===
The [[Wheeljack (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Wheeljack]] and Prowl of the Binaltech world traveled to the mainline world to witness the trial of [[Primacron]] {{storylink|Controverse}} and subsequently took up permanent residence in the OG World. {{storylink|Source:Ask Vector Prime/Facebook#September 10, 2015|Ask Vector Prime, 2015/09/10}}

===''Generations Selects Special Comic'' (2)===
The G1 World suffered a great deal of mischief at the hands of the youthful [[Primus]] of the [[Precursor World]] and his time traveling [[Golden Age (GS)|Golden Age]]. They swiped its [[Silver Matrix]] from [[2050]], {{storylink|Abominus comic 2}} kidnapped [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] and [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] from [[2011]], {{storylink|Star Convoy comic}} [[Turtler]] and his [[Seacon (Masterforce)|Seacon]]s from [[2020]], [[Halfshell]] and ''his'' [[Seacon (BW)|Seacon]]s from the [[Beast Era]], {{storylink|Seacons comic 5}} and then returned to 2050 to nab a gaggle of Transformers including the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobot]]s and [[Terrorcon (G1)|Terrorcon]]s. {{storylink|Abominus comic 2}} Upon having sense talked into him by Optimus Prime, the young god put it all back.

[[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]'s disembodied [[spark]] propelled itself backwards in time from [[2050]] of the G1 World to the Precursor World in the nick of time to save Optimus Prime from his [[Galvatron (G1)|past self]] hopped up on a cocktail of [[Star Power]], [[Angolmois Energy]], and [[Golden Power]]. Upon winning the day, he opted to stay in the elder universe and accepted a position as the leader of the [[Primus Vanguard]]'s [[Green Order]]. {{storylink|Generations Selects Special Comic Finale|Finale}}

===Ask Vector Prime===
According to [[Vector Prime]], Primax 785.06 Alpha was the foundational reality of [[Japanese Generation 1 cartoon continuity|a varied network]] of overlapping, intertwining universal streams. When the [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]/[[Primus]] of branching reality [[Primax 787.3 Alpha]] was [[Cybertron Is in Grave Danger, Part 2|destroyed]], thereby destabilizing that universe's axis, fourth-dimensional shockwaves rippled across time and space, pulling other universal streams into alignment with the source universe, or duplicating fractals of spacetime from other dimensions within the foundational reality stream. The result was that Primax 785.06 Alpha became the seat of a [[Japanese Generation 1 cartoon timeline|convoluted, conglomerate timeline]] that even contained multiple contradictory accounts of certain events within its quantum structure. Dimensional observer [[Vector Prime]] speculated that some of this could even have come about as the result of higher-dimensional being(s) attempting to actively fix the damage using pieces of other universes. {{storylink|Source:Ask Vector Prime/Facebook#June 22, 2015|Ask Vector Prime, 2015/06/22}}

==Notes==
*OG Spacetime (OG時空 ''Ōjī Jikū''; "OG" standing for "Original Generation"), alternatively OG World (OG世界 ''Ōjī Sekai''), is the fictional designation used by [[Cloud World]] for both versions of the original [[The Transformers (cartoon)|''Transformers'' cartoon]]. Its [[universal stream]] designation, given in the Facebook edition of [[Ask Vector Prime]], is taken from the Japanese airdate of "[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 1|The Road to Earth]]".
* The complicated integration of several universes' elements into one universe following the destruction of Cybertron/Primus is the opposite of how Unicron's destruction in the [[Primax 984.0 Gamma|U.S. Marvel G1 universe]] caused the complicated branching of several splinter universes, as described in "[[Withered Hope]]".

==See also==
*[[Japanese Generation 1 cartoon continuity|The real-world article for this universe]]
*Closely related realities
**[[Precursor World]] (parent universe)
**[[BT World]] (branched timeline)
**[[Legends World]] (weird pocket dimension thing)

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The Transformers: The Movie/dubs

2024-05-11T01:21:57Z

Astrobotix: /* Japan */

'''''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''''' has been translated and dubbed into many languages, each with its own set of quirks and oddities.

==Brazil==
'''''Transformers: O Filme''''', as the movie is known in Portuguese, was released in Brazilian theaters in [[January 15]], [[1987]], not long after the launch of the series on television. It was later released on home video in the same year on a very small scale, which made it very hard to find in video stores. The movie was aired on television only twice, once in 1990 on Rede Globo (the same channel that broadcast the series) and again in 2000 on Fox Kids, each time receiving a new dub.

The most probable reason for the existence of the first two dubs is that the theatrical/home video dub was based on the American version of the movie while the television one from 1990 was based on the European release, as it had the ''Star Wars''-type text in the beginning and the narrator stating at the end that [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] would return. These dubs are different not only in the choice of some of their voice actors but also in their translations. Which dub is the best is a regular topic of debate among Brazilian fans, though both versions have their share of problems. Unfortunately, neither of them allowed Spike to swear.

===Theatrical/Home video dub===
In the theatrical/home video dub, all of the pre-''Movie'' main characters are dubbed by the same voice actors who played them on the television series, and [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Megatron]] does not receive a new voice when he is reformatted into [[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]].

This version is the most localized of the first two, but is also the most "childish" in nature. For example, when [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Hot Rod]] and [[Kup (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Kup]] are running toward [[Autobot City (G1)|Autobot City]] and spot the [[Insecticon (G1)|Insecticons]], Kup states, "The Insecticons are in the way," with Hot Rod replying, "Wrong, they're on their way to the hole!", something that makes no sense at all and that the translator probably just thought would sound funny to the kids watching. A better example of localization happens when Kup and [[Wreck-Gar (G1)|Wreck-Gar]] are greeting each other, in which both make references to Brazilian television series of the time. Kup even says "plim-plim", a reference to the sound effect used alongside the Rede Globo logo during vignettes and commercial breaks.

Instead of casting a deep-voiced actor for [[Unicron]], this dub chose to heavily distort the actor's voice, making him sound menacing but almost unintelligible. The same thing was done to the [[Quintesson]]s and their servants. A similar situation occurred with [[Blurr (G1)|Blurr]]; since his voice actor could not talk as fast as [[John Moschitta]], his voice was also distorted to make it sound faster, which also made it difficult to understand.

Finally, the "robotic" effect on the Transformers voices was not done the same way as it was for the television series, which resulted in the characters sounding as if they're talking through a radio more than anything else.

In this version, [[Wheelie (G1)|Wheelie]] does not rhyme.

===Rede Globo dub===
The movie was broadcast only once on Rede Globo during a special week dedicated to Children's Day, which in Brazil is celebrated in [[October 12]]. Most of the pre-''Movie'' characters retained the same voices they had on the home video release, but all of the new Transformers got new voice actors, including Galvatron. This dub also lost the localization aspect the other one received; while it resulted in more faithful translations, some instances lost all sense to Brazilian audiences.

The characters possess the same "robotic" distortion on their voices that they had in the television series, and no kind of heavy modulation was used. An actor with an actual deep voice was cast as Unicron and had his voice left unaltered, which made it much easier for the audience to understand his dialogue. On the other hand, no distortion was used for Blurr, so the actor was forced to try and emulate John Moschitta's impossibly fast speech pattern with debatable results.

One notable dubbing error occurs when Hot Rod opens the Matrix at the end of the film; the line "Light our darkest hour!" is delivered by Optimus Prime's voice actor instead of Hot Rod's. Because of this, Brazilian fans who had only watched this version were left to believe that it was in fact Optimus' spirit who was speaking through Rodimus in a deep "passing of the torch" moment. Of course, this belief became much less popular once the original American audio and the alternate dub became much more accessible to Brazilian fans by the start of the 21st century.

In this version, Wheelie rhymes.

===Fox Kids dub===
Little is known about the third Brazilian dub of the movie, other than the fact that it aired only once on Fox Kids in the year 2000 and has a list of voice actors available online. This version is by far the least known among fans, with a large portion of the fandom not even being aware of its existence and the few who claim to have seen it argue that it is the worst one of the bunch. While unconfirmed, the reason this dub was created is most likely because of rights issues involving the previous two versions.

Due to its obscurity, it's unknown if Wheelie does or does not rhyme in this version, nor if Spike gets to swear this time around (which is still highly unlikely).

==Denmark==
The first time the movie was shown was on Danish national television broadcaster DR in the fall of 2009. While there had been dubbed episodes of the original television show made in the 1980s for home video and later TV airings, the movie was not dubbed at that point. Rather a completely new cast was used for the movie, possibly made for this specific airing. The dubbed movie was re-broadcast 2 years later on a sub-station of DR.

The dubbing had a larger cast of voice actors than the late-80s dub of the TV series with one or two actors returning to the franchise after 25 years. However, some lines were omitted by mistake (a few characters could be seen moving their lips visibly but without any sound being heard) while others appeared at completely random times (a line uttered by Galvatron missing earlier in the movie "appearing" towards the end in a completely unrelated scene possibly due to a bad time code in the dubbing software).

This version was based on the UK print of the movie and has yet to see a public release on any kind of media.

==France/Quebec==
[[File:La Guerre des Robots.jpg|thumb|200px|left|upright=0.7|Is Arcee running away from Hot Rod?]]
The film was released in French theaters in April 1987,<ref name="france">"[https://www.cineanimation.fr/film/la-guerre-des-robots-transformers La Guerre des robots - Transformers]" at Ciné Animation.</ref> soberly titled "La Guerre des Robots" (''The War of the Robots''), which suggests that the marketing team really had no knowledge of the existence of the animated series.

For French-speaking audiences, who had thus far been given two separate dubs of the TV series (one made in France and one made in Quebec, a very common occurrence), a single dub was made in France for all French releases of the film. This release used a brand-new voice actor team rather than using either dub team from the series.

The film adds a prologue, voiced by the narrator, which is not present in the original version. It is added during the opening song, while the names follow one another on screen:
''{{quote|A new evil power crosses the universe. A monstrous planet that devours everything in its path. Its goal is the small planet Cybertron, on which the race of the Transformers robots continues to clash in a fratricidal war. A war between good and evil that has lasted for millions of years. These treacherous Decepticons, led by the evil Megatron, have sworn to crush their enemies, the Autobots. To achieve their goals, they relentlessly pursued them across the galaxy, from planet Cybertron to Earth. But the heroic Autobots and their courageous leader, Optimus Prime, are not easily defeated...}}''

Whereas the Canadian French dub used the Canadian French names from the toy packages, and the European French dub avoided using names or created some sort of improvised nicknames, the Movie used most of the characters' English names. However, here are the few exceptions:
:*The Constructicons are called ''Constructitors''. They were called ''Constructicans'' in the European French dub of the TV series and ''Constructicons'' in the Canadian French dub.
:*The Constructicons state that they can form ''le Dévastateur robot'' ("the robotic devastator").
:*The Dinobots, who kept their original name in both dubs, are firstly called ''Dinosaurobots'' in the Movie, then ''Dinorobots''.

Moreover, the Movie pronounced the names the original English way (notably "Optimus Prime", which was pronounced the French way in France and called "Optimus Primus" in Canada). For the factions, the Movie kept the pronunciation used in the European French dub ("Autobot" pronounced the French way and "Deceptican"). However, there is an exception in the last scene: when Rodimus Prime says "Autobots, transform and roll out!", he pronounces "Autobots" the English way.

Two characters were given gender changes for this dub; Starscream and Shrapnel both become females (Shrapnel being called "Mademoiselle Shrapnel").

Some robots don't have a continuous voice effect, it depends of the scenes. For example, Bumblebee says his first lines without any effect, and all of a sudden, his voice is exceedingly high-pitched, until the end of the film. Grimlock's voice is more or less altered depending on the scene, the same goes for Blurr. However, Soundwave does not have any particular effect, just the classic slight reverb, like in the TV dubs.

Megatron keeps the same voice once he becomes Galvatron, unlike in the original version.

There are several notable changes to the dialogs:
:*Arblus is not named. The line "Arblus, look! It's Unicron!" becomes "Watch out! Look, it's Unicron!".
:*The narrator states that "The evil Decepticons have invaded Cybertron, the home of the Autobots", which sounds like Decepticons come from another planet.
:*Starscream's line "How do you feel, mighty Megatron?" becomes "How do you feel, damn Megatron?".
:*When Starscream asks "Megatron? Is that you?" Galvatron's original answer, "Here's a hint!", is now much more direct: "Yes, but stronger than before!"
:*When the Decepticons make space in Astrotrain and push the others out, they say "The injured, jump!".
:*Hook tells Soundwave "Nobody would obey a cassette player!". Then Rumble says "Eh! No one has ever insulted Soundwave with such impunity!".
:*The Auto-combatant's line "Time out! Time out! Time out!" becomes "We don't negotiate anymore, it's too late!".
:*Slag's "Excuse me!" is dubbed by "Toi, écrase !". It's a pun with the expression meaning "You, lie low!" which uses the word "écraser" (to crush).
:*Wreck-Gar's noises as the Autobots plant the Quintesson ship in the ground are dubbed by "We have visitors! If you think this is where you're going to find oil, you're in trouble!".

There are several errors in the dub:
:*After Laserbeak's return, Megatron calls Soundwave "Cellule-espion" ("Spy Cell"). He will be called Soundwave for the rest of the film.
:*Optimus Prime's phrases are not the same in the replayed footage that Laserbeak shows, several words are different.
:*Starscream's line "Pathetic fools! There's no escape!" is absent from the dub.
:*Frenzy's line "Yeah! Let's kick tailgate!" is missing.
:*The first three faces of the Quintesson judge laugh, but the last two laughs are missing. This may be a technical issue since the cut is very harsh and we can briefly hear a sound during the last face.
:*Unfortunately, some key lines keep changing translation:
::*'Til all are one!" is firstly said by Optimus Prime "Until the day comes when all will be united", then Ultra Magnus says it the musketeer way, "One for all, all for one", and finally Rodimus Prime says "Until we become one".
::*"To light our darkest hour" is firstly said by Optimus Prime "To come and illuminate our darkest hours", then Ultra Magnus says "Didn't you say that the Matrix would light us in the darkness?", and finally Rodimus Prime says "Now light up our darkest hour".

On the nice hand, the Junkions make references to French TV:
:*"Vous pouvez toujours demander à Grand'Mère si elle fait du bon café !" ("You can always ask Grandma if she makes good coffee!") is a reference to French coffee brand ''Grand'Mère'', which had for TV slogan "Grand'Mère sait faire un bon café" ("Grandma knows how to make good coffee").
:*"N'oubliez pas de boucler vos ceintures ! Parce qu'un petit clic vaut mieux qu'un grand clac !" ("Don't forget to buckle your seat belts! Because a little click is better than a big clack!") refers to a 1975 French motto from the national road safety group.
:*Kup's phrase "Amis du soir, bonsoir !" ("Evening friends, good evening!") was often used in several night TV shows.
:*"Pousse, ça mousse!" ("Push, it foams!") refers to several French TV ads for soap brand ''Pousse Mousse''.

At the end, the film also adds a conclusion voiced by the narrator, which is not present in the original version. It is added during just before the head of Unicron reaches the orbit of Cybertron. Interestingly, it already announces the return of Optimus Prime.
''{{quote|The battle is over, but the galaxy waits, and the adventures of the Transformers will continue. And the greatest of the Autobots, Optimus Prime, will return.}}''

==Germany==
[[File:TFTM German DVD.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.0|German 2003 DVD cover]]
Germany also got two different dubs over the years:

===TV dub===
As the movie had never been shown in German theaters, the first dub, titled ''Transformers: Der Kampf um Cybertron'' (''Transformers: The Battle for Cybertron''), was made in 1994 for airing on the German TV station RTL, to serve as a "pilot" for the [[Transformers: Generation 2 (cartoon)|''Generation 2'' cartoon series]] which would be subsequently broadcast. (One might argue that the initial omission of the movie from the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|original cartoon's]] German airing schedule resulted in an information gap regarding the shift from the season 2 setting to the season 3 setting; but then again, the cartoon ''started'' with episodes from season 3 in Germany, and only ''six'' episodes from the first two seasons were ever aired during the entire original "Generation 1" run of the show, so it's not like context problems weren't already all over the place.)

Even though the dub was made only five years after the dub of the Generation 1 cartoon had started on German TV, only a few of the German voice actors returned, most of them not even in the same roles they had played before. Optimus Prime, for example, was now dubbed by Thomas Rau, who had originally voiced Rodimus Prime, Blaster and Scourge in the cartoon itself. As in the dub of the cartoon before, all the characters retained their English names... with the exception of [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]], whose name was translated as "Der Vernichter" ("the annihilator") for reasons unknown (he was "Devastator" in the dub of the cartoon itself). This version of the movie was only shown twice (not counting late-night reruns following those airings), on its TV premiere in April 1994 and one year later, in May 1995. It was never released on VHS either.

The TV version was based on the European edit of the film, including the {{w|Rank Organisation|Rank Film}} "{{w|Gongman}}" at the beginning. Contrary to a widespread rumor,<ref>[http://www.ofdb.de/view.php?page=fassung&fid=7489&vid=38680 German movie database still listing the rumor about Starscream's "edited death" in TF:TM]</ref> the German TV edition of the movie was ''not'' edited to omit Starscream's death scene.

Notably, the [[Junkion (species)|Junkions]]' dialogue was treated with a surprising amount of finesse, replacing their references to English TV and advertising phrases to contemporary German ones, including an ''extremely'' well-known and catchy advertising slogan used by Toyota. In addition, Bernd Simon's rendition of Starscream is spot on, coming ''frighteningly'' close to Chris Latta. Overall, despite a few minor hiccups, major technical and translation errors were far and far between.

===DVD dub===
[[File:TFTM German DVD 2006.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.0|German 2006 DVD cover]]
In 2003, the movie, this time simply titled ''Transformers'', was finally released on DVD in Germany, by a little-known, low-budget label. Since the TV edition of the movie had been used as a "pilot" for the G2 cartoon, and it had been archived under the title "Der Kampf um Cybertron", the dubbing masters were not located until more than a year later, so the DVD company assigned an entirely new dub... which makes the [[Omni Productions]] dub and the [[Voicebox Productions|Voicebox]] dub of ''[[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)|Energon]]'' look like masterpieces. Numerous translation errors resulted from the apparent lack of an original script, thus requiring the dubbers to translate simply from listening to the original audio; coupled with a lack of experience with the source material and a lack of professional knowledge in the English (and German) language in general, resulting in look-it-up-in-a-dictionary-use-first-suggestion translations, sentences that ''make no sense whatsoever at all'' in context, and generally stilted and unnatural-sounding dialogue. For example, after hijacking the Autobots' shuttle and killing off Ratchet, Prowl, Brawn and Ironhide, Megatron makes the completely nonsensical proclamation that he intends to get past the early warning system ''of'' the Autobots' shuttle (''which he is already in control of at this point''), instead of getting past the Autobots' early warning system ''in'' their own shuttle (as in, using the shuttle as a Trojan horse). Also, Grimlock's line "Me Grimlock need new strategy" gets misinterpreted as "Me Grimlock need ''no'' strategy", and the phrase "mockery of justice" is mangled into a completely nonsensical "Farce der Gerechtigkeit" ("farce of justice", with the loan word "Farce" mispronounced as if the voice actor had never seen that fancy word before, and "justice" in the sense of "fairness" rather than "judical system"). A much better translation would have been "Justizposse".

In addition, none of the voice actors sounded like they were particularly experienced in the field of dubbing, especially since none of their voices were recognizable from other productions.

The DVD is also notorious for its packaging, which does its best to obscure ''what exactly it contains'' (i.e. a feature-length animated movie). The front cover uses the cover artwork of the old Panini Generation 1 sticker album, while the back cover depicts stills from "[[The Golden Lagoon (episode)|The Golden Lagoon]]", "[[The Return of Optimus Prime, Part 1]]" and "[[The Autobot Run]]", coupled with an (incorrect) summary of the general setting of the first two seasons of the Generation 1 cartoon, which implies (likely due to a misinterpretation of the English word "emerge") that the Autobots and Decepticons somehow come into existence on Earth, rather than simply reawakening after lying dormant for millions of years, with the term "Transformers" even translated into German as "Transformatoren".

A second edition of this DVD was released in 2006, this time featuring artwork of [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Armada Optimus Prime]] on the front cover, with Earth (from the [[Transformers (film)|2007 movie's]] promo poster) as the background, plus the 1984 back-of-the-box artwork rotated by 270 degrees as an overlay, and the "Transformers" title logo from the 2007 movie. The back cover depicts a screencap from the [[Transformers (Armada PS2)|''Armada'' video game]], [[Don Figueroa]]'s "All Optimus" poster and the 1984 back-of-the-box battle scene, plus the same sleeve text as featured on the 2003 release of the DVD, with none of the errors fixed.
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==Hungary==
The film was first dubbed into Hungarian by Mahir Studios for the Televideo company's 1992 VHS release; the second dub was recorded by Masterfilm Digital, and released by Mirax both on VHS and on DVD, the latter in 2004. Both versions include the scrolling text and other European edits; the Mirax one even has the "gong man". Issues they both have in common include small dubbing casts, inconsistent voices and translation errors. Neither dub used the name translations popularized by the Hungarian release of the [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)|G1 comics]].

===Televideo===

The film's title was translated as ''Alakváltók'' (''Shape-shifters''), a rare instance of a name or expression matching up with the Marvel comic's terminology. The dub has a total of five voice actors (four men for random characters, one actress for Arcee, Daniel and most of Wheelie's lines), and is notorious for the dialogue almost never matching the lip movements and characters changing their voice on the fly. Certain lines are even missing or spoken at the wrong time (most notably Megatron's "Die, Autobots!" shout), and at times lines belonging to different characters were combined into one. Translation errors and flubbed line-reads also abound; Megatron ''berates'' Soundwave for jamming the Autobots' transmission instead of ordering him to do so, and Wreck-Gar calls Hot Rod Unicron at one point. But mistakes aside, the translation is surprisingly witty – Blurr's cheesy tongue-twister about shooting Decepticons is especially famous among older fans. In fact, the translator seems to have had a fondness for rhyming, as apart from Wheelie, the Dinobots, the Junkions and Blurr also deliver parts of their dialogue in verse. The problem is that the lines are also drastically ''compressed'', leading to many awkward moments of characters silently mouthing unspoken words.

There are numerous name changes, the most bizarre of which is the Decepticons being referred to as "Varangyok" ("Toads"). This may be a tribute to the '60s German sci-fi TV series ''Raumpatrouille – Die phantastischen Abenteuer des Raumschiffs Orion'' (''Space patrol – The Fantastic Adventures of the Spaceship Orion''). In this series, the main enemy alien race is called "Frogs", but they were named Toads in the Hungarian translation. Other strange name changes include Peca ("Fisher" or "Fishing Rod") for Hot Rod, Zsaru ("Cop") for Kup, RC for Arcee or "IQ Jack" for the [[Ick-Yak]], all obvious misinterpretations of their original names. Curiously, one originally nameless characters ''gets'' a name: during the Decepticons' reformation scene, Unicron claims that there's only one Sweep, naming him "Karmos" (roughly, "Claws"). However, the Insecticons' nonsensical name ("Rovarángok") is harder to decipher. It can only be assumed that the translator intended it to be "Rovarangyok" ("Insectoads", a playful pun consistent with the Decepticon-Toad theme), and the voice actor has simply misread it.

One point in the dub's favor is that it at least attempted to retain the spirit of the Junkions' speech. For example, when putting Ultra Magnus back together, they shout "Aye-Tee-Tee!", a reference to old Hungarian {{w|ITT Inc.}} product commercials that were the subject of numerous jokes in the early '90s.

===Mirax===
[[File:TFTM Hungarian DVD.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7|left|Hungarian DVD cover]]
The second dub has a reputation for including more profanities than the original version of the film. Although Spike's "Oh, shit!" line was cut, [[Ironhide (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ironhide]], Galvatron and the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] say terms akin to "asshole" (from Grimlock to Blurr), "bastards" (Galvatron to the Autobots), "stupid", "brainless, numbskull jackass" ([[Slag (G1)|Slag]] to [[Grimlock (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Grimlock]]), "sons of bitches" (this one even twice, in place of the original's "Decepti-chops" and "Decepti-creeps"), and "chickenshit" (from Galvatron, regarding Hot Rod). Other oddities are Wheelie only rhyming half the time, Blaster's extremely high-pitched transmission to Optimus Prime (either an audio editing error or a very strange creative choice), and [[Soundwave (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Soundwave]] and Unicron at first talking in a seg-men-ted, ro-bo-tic man-ner. Numerous grunts and screams were also inserted where there were originally none, even the Sharkticons can be heard yelling a lot.

This dub also uses a mix of untranslated or incorrectly translated names, and character voices – this time supplied by twelve actors – occasionally change from one sentence to the next. Erroneous names include Unicornis (Unicron), Prowl (Blurr), Mega-robot (Devastator, though he is also called "Devastator the Mega-robot" in one line), Constructors ([[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicons]]), Deceptors ([[Decepticon]]s, but only said once), Astro ([[Astrotrain (G1)|Astrotrain]], again only for one line), Gettison (unknown; derived and misinterpreted from the line "Jettison some weight."), Eject (this refers to no one, it was mistranslated from Soundwave's "Eject" call), and the Ick-Yak becomes a "Mega-Missort". Wheelie's name is omitted. Wreck-Gar's dialogue also lacks any sort of creativity, consisting instead of random nonsense and straight-faced reactions to what's happening on screen. These and a multitude of other errors suggest that the translator had no script to work from and had to rely solely on her hearing.

A major blooper also occurs during the attack on the Autobot shuttle: Ironhide speaks his final words in [[Starscream (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Starscream]]'s voice ("Please, have mercy!"), and curiously, the translation of Megatron's "Such heroic nonsense." line corresponds with this sudden change of personality, as he responds with "Death to all traitors." before blasting him. Now ''this'' is foreshadowing.

The DVD case has G.I. Joe pictures printed on the back side, as well as on the DVD itself. Spiffy. On a positive note, the summary on the back of the case is actually competently written, even if the references to the cartoon series (which wasn't released in the country) and to the movie's place in its timeline are worded a bit confusingly, and unlike the dub, it renders Unicron's name correctly. Masterfilm Digital would later localize ''[[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)|Armada]]'' (episodes 1-26 of which were likewise commissioned by Mirax), sadly still maintaining some of the general incompetence displayed by their handling of this movie.
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==Italy==
There are two Italian dubs: the original one and a 2007 redub made when the live movie arrived in cinemas.

===Original dub===
This dub uses the original names for the new characters, except for Wheelie, named here "Saetta" (which was already Wheeljack's Italian name, curiously). Lots of lines are completely different from the original script: Devastator's "Prepare for extermination!" became "I'll destroy you, Transformers!", Grimlock's "Me Grimlock like challenge!" is replaced with "We Dinobots ready for great battle!" Optimus's line "Soon I shall be all one with the Matrix" turns into "The most important thing now is the passage of the Matrix" and "Arise, Rodimus Prime" was changed to "Now rise up, Hot Rod!"

The scene on Quintessa also gets a weird rewrite: for some reason this dub refers to the Quintesson prosecutor as the evil "Emperor Quintesson" and all the dialogue said by the judge starts with "Yes, my Quintesson".

===2007 redub===
The redub uses the Italian names for everyone except Ravage, Laserbeak, Ratbat and Rodimus Prime (Hot Rod, although, is called "Folgore"). "Soundwave superior, Constructicons inferior" becomes "The Soundwave is superior, the Constructicon is inferior!" (no, seriously.)

There are many mispronounciations: Constructicons is pronounced "Con-STROOK-ticons", Laserbeak is named "Laserback" and [[Junkion (planet)|Junk]] is called "Yoonk".

Blurr's speech is fast, and for some reason he also speaks in rhymes, probably to make it sound more repetitive.

Another amusing error is in the Junkion's chant of "remove the toughest stains", that is translated as "remove the toughest Slags"... as in "taking away an army of clones of [[Slag (G1)|the Dinobot who transforms into a Triceratops]]", since the actual Italian line is "rimuovere i Tricex più duri" ("Tricex" is Slag's Italian name). What.

The script is more faithful to the original version otherwise. The redub was poorly received by Italian fans.

==Japan==
[[File:UnicronWarMagami01.jpg|right|upright=1.4|thumb]]

The Japanese dub was an official translation by [[Katsushige Hirata]]. Although '''''Transformers: The Movie''''' (トランスフォーマーザ・ムービー) was advertised during 1987, and was even originally scheduled for a theatrical release in the summer of that year, unknown circumstances resulted in a delay of the Japanese release. It was not released in Japan until [[August 9]]th 1989,<ref>http://pastport.jp/user/kabochan/timeline/%E6%94%BE%E9%80%81%E4%BB%A5%E5%A4%96%E3%81%AE%E3%81%A7%E3%81%8D%E3%81%94%E3%81%A8%E5%B9%B4%E8%A1%A8/event/uUhfr2WcbUI</ref> first through limited charity screenings for UNICEF in Tokyo and Osaka (where a man in a [[Ginrai (human)|Super Ginrai]] costume greeted guests), followed immediately by a {{w|LaserDisc}} and VHS release. According to one attendee of the charity screening in Tokyo,<ref>https://kakuyomu.jp/works/1177354054884808234/episodes/1177354054886027093</ref> some tickets to the event were offered to [[S.T.A.R.S.]] members via lottery, the version screened was in English with Japanese subtitles, and [[Tessho Genda]] (Japanese voice of Optimus Prime) was present to speak with fans; according to a different fan, leftover mail-away [[Lander]]s from ''[[Transformers: Super-God Masterforce (franchise)|Masterforce]]'' were available as point-of-sale items at the screening.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=あちしはビクトリー時期のトランスフォーマー・ザ・ムービーチャリティー上映会の物販で買った記憶。|link=https://twitter.com/nekoteck2011/status/920069769323192320|name=nekoteck2011|site=Twitter|year=2017|month=10|day=16|(defunct=)}}</ref> Footage taken during the charity screenings was included in the straight-to-video promotional film, "Transformers Theatrical Version!! Video Finally Here" (トランスフォーマー劇場公開バージョン!!ビデオついに登場). This was the second promotional VHS relating to the film, as ''[[The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix]]'' was produced to promote the movie prior to its Japanese release.

Unfortunately, the film's delay would later cause some continuity problems in future Japanese-penned ''Transformers'' fiction, as characters killed in the movie (notably [[Prowl (G1)|Prowl]] and [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]]) appear in later series ''[[Transformers: The Headmasters (cartoon)|The Headmasters]]'' and ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Victory (cartoon)|Victory]]'' respectively (though these would be addressed [[Controverse|years later]]).

Despite not being released in Japan in 1987 as intended, the events of the movie were [[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 (story page)|summarized]] in ''[[TV Magazine]]'' with accompanying artwork by [[Ban Magami]] and [[Studio OX]] so that children tuning into ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 (franchise)|Transformers 2010]]'' would not be lost. The events of the movie would regularly be referred to as the "[[Unicron War]]", gaining something of a mysterious and legendary quality, as their events were constantly referred to but never ''seen''.

Although ''Transformers: The Movie'' was dubbed several years after ''[[The Transformers (cartoon)#Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers]]'' and ''[[The Transformers (cartoon)#Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010|Transformers 2010]]'' had ended, the majority of cast members from those series returned to reprise their roles.

The Japanese dub is notable for adding a lot of lines and voice effects to moments which had been silent in the English version, including the following:

*The shuttle attack scene originally doesn't have much talking during combat, but the Japanese dub adds numerous lines to many characters on both sides of the fight. For example, after killing Brawn, Starscream cheerfully asks who's next while waving Megatron around.
*During Optimus Prime's attack on the Decepticons and his fight with Megatron, every Decepticon Prime shoots can be heard screaming in pain, while his battle with Megatron has numerous grunts and curses added in.

[[File:TFTMMagnusJapCaption01.jpg|left|200px|thumb|"Hang on, there's something on the screen down here. Let me get that..."]]

Some of the additions were quite goofy (e.g., Blitzwing begs Prime not to run him over before getting out of the way) but some were actually quite disturbing. For example, when Starscream is killed by Galvatron, he gives off a long, tortured scream. In addition, the destruction of Lithone is made more horrifying by the sounds of the natives dying (some of them even being cut off mid-scream).

There are also a few slight dialogue alterations, such as Megatron ''specifically'' ordering the Insecticons to breach the Autobot defenses, to which [[Shrapnel (G1)|Shrapnel]] and [[Kickback (G1)|Kickback]] respond in unison with a high-pitched ''"Yessss siirrr!"'' Soundwave's famous "Soundwave superior, Constructicons inferior," is modified into "Soundwave is intelligent, the Constructicons are just idiots!"

The only other alteration of note in regards to the Japanese version is that whenever a character appears on screen for the first time, their name and function appears with them (written in Japanese, of course).

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==Latin America==
The Latin American Spanish dub was done in [[Los Angeles]] and is notable because it kept all the voice actors from the cartoon and the new characters remained with the same voices for the remainder of the show. Every character is referred to by their original English name, since none of the characters' names were translated when the cartoon was dubbed into Spanish (except Ravage, who was called "Destructor" on the cartoon, but kept his English name on the movie).

Features the Star Wars-type text in the beginning and the narrator at the end stating that Optimus Prime will return.

Though it is one of the most popular dubs of the movie, it has only been released domestically on home video once and is very difficult to find nowadays. In addition, it hasn't been shown on TV since the early Nineties. Despite this, the dub has been included in many international releases of the movie.

This dub removes all swearing and makes Optimus Prime's death scene even more traumatic by having Daniel ''actually'' crying when Optimus flatlines.

Galvatron sounds exactly like Megatron and Wheelie occasionally rhymes because his dialogue was ''literally'' translated.

==Poland==
In Poland, the movie was never professionally dubbed. In the only official (and cult classic) release on VHS in 1992, all the dialogue was read by a single voice-over actor, while the original sound was left intact and could be heard in the background. To this day, that characteristic form of "narrating" is a very popular solution in Poland when it comes to translating movies for TV or DVDs. Thanks to this method, you can both understand the story and hear all the original voices. In the case of ''The Transformers: The Movie'' it also forced translators to leave (almost) all the original names intact. (Yay!)

==Spain==
In Spain, the movie was aried once in Latin American on the channel ''Antena 3''. However, when the Generation 1 DVDs were published by the company Selecta Visión, they included both the Latin American dub and a new Spanish one (Castilian) that recycled the first's translations, but adding some errors in the character's names. It was aired for the first and only time in Castilian the year 2008 in ''Local Media TV'', but the audio quality wasn't very good, probably due to emission problems.

==South Korea==

===KBS dub===
The first Korean dub of the movie aired on the Korean TV channel KBS in 1989, titled "Unicron and the transforming robots". The voice acting is decent, almost matching the Japanese voices of Shockwave, Starscream, and Soundwave. At that time, many robot shows had only one robot appearing, but Transformers had more characters in their cartoon, gaining the attention of many children. KBS would later go on to dub several movies of the [[Live-action film series]]. This version is not found at the moment, and is still yet to reach the world of internet.

===VHS dub===
The VHS dub was titled "Transforming robots Transformers", and this time, Starscream sounds like the original US version. Just like the KBS dub, this version is not available on the internet.

===DVD dub===
The DVD dub, which was released in 2007, was titled just "Transformers", and it is filled with a lot of music errors, such as the first part of [[Dare]] being very quiet, [[The Touch]] had its lyrics repeating, and sometimes random music was added, for instance, when Hot Rod becomes Rodimus Prime, the music suddenly changes to Nothin's Gonna Stand In Our Way by Spectre General, and changes back to The Touch. Currently, this is the only dub that is available. The interest for this dub probably died out, as South Koreans could have easier reach to the original English version.

==References==
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Katsushige Hirata

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'''Katsushige Hirata''' (平田勝茂 Hirata Katsushige) is a professional translator responsible for the official Japanese dub translation of ''[[The Transformers (franchise)|The Transformers]]''. [[Star Wars (franchise)#Generation 1|Coincidently]] he is also the ''[[Wikia:Starwars:Lucasfilm|Lucasfilm]]''-approved Japanese translator for the entire ''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]]'' saga.

==Known ''Transformers'' work==
*1985 - ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (franchise)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers]]''
*1986 - ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 (franchise)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010]]''
*1989 - ''[[The_Transformers:_The_Movie/dubs#Japan|The Transformers: The Movie]]''

[[Category:Translators]]

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[[Cybertronian languages|Cybertronian language]] created by [[Jared Adkins]] for [[High Moon Studios]], used throughout the ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (games)|Transformers: War for Cybertron]]'', ''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron]]'' and ''[[Transformers: Devastation]]'' video games.

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[[Category:Cybertronian text]]

Cybertronian language

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It should be little surprise, given a moment's thought, that distinct '''Cybertronian languages''' exist. The [[Transformer]]s did not go about speaking English or any other known [[Earth]] language long ages ago on their [[Cybertron (planet)|distant metal world]]. Though the records of such conversations are frequently translated for us, we should not forget that these conversations originally flowed in odd electronic syllables past strange metallic lips, or were etched by alien hands long eons before the first humans painted muddy shapes upon dark cave stone.

==Real-life alphabets==
Over the years, multiple substituion cypher alphabets have been created by fans and professionals to represent the languages of Cybertron, often used to hide coded messages in media. These "languages" include:
[[File:Autobot Translations.jpg|upright=1.5|thumb|Ancient Autobot]]
*'''Ancient Autobot'''
:Created by [[Jim Sorenson]] in the 1990s, based on symbols seen in the ''[[The Transformers (cartoon)|The Transformers]]'' episode "[[Cosmic Rust (episode)|Cosmic Rust]]." This font has seen particularly common use in official media, including in the ''[[AllSpark Wars]]'' game, in Sorenson's own ''[[Transformers Animated: The AllSpark Almanac|AllSpark Almanac]]'' series of books, on Banzai-Tron's ''Timelines'' toy, in [[Burger King]]'s [[Transform Your Way]] promotion, as a part of the ''[[Around Cybertron]]'' news broadcast, on the cover to [[The Transformers: All Hail Megatron|''All Hail Megatron'' volume 3]], in ''[[Transformers: Rescue Bots (cartoon)|Rescue Bots]]'', on [[Lockdown (ROTF)|Lockdown]]'s HUD in ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|Age of Extinction]]'', both the [[2005 IDW continuity|2005]] and [[2019 IDW continuity|2019]] IDW comic universes, and extensively in the ''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (franchise)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]''. The [[Royal Mail]] Prestige Stamp Book gives the in-universe name of this alphabet as '''Cybertronica Sorensa''', after its creator.
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[[File:Decepticon Translations.jpg|upright=1.5|thumb|Decepticon Graffiti]]
*'''Decepticon Graffiti'''
:Also created by Jim Sorenson in the '90s, based on the Cybertronian language graffitied on Earth landmarks by the [[Battlecharger]]s in [[Decepticon Graffiti!|issue #23]] of the [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)|Generation 1 Marvel comic]]. This font was also used in the ''AllSpark Wars'' game, and in the [[Revenge of the Fallen (video games)|''Revenge of the Fallen'' video game]].
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[[File:Maximal Language.jpg|upright=1.5|thumb|Maximal Cybertronix]]
*'''Maximal Cybertronix'''
:Created by [[Mainframe Entertainment]] and used in the ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|Beast Wars]]'' and ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (cartoon)|Beast Machines]]'' cartoons for [[Maximal]] computer readouts.
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[[File:Predacon Language.jpg|upright=1.5|thumb|Predacon Cybertronix]]
*'''Predacon Cybertronix'''
:Also created by Mainframe for the ''Beast'' cartoons, for [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] computer readouts.
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[[File:Aligned font.jpg|upright=1.5|thumb|High Moon font]]
*'''High Moon Studios font'''
:Created by [[High Moon Studios]] for the ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (games)|War for Cybertron]]'' video game—and further developed by [[Jared Adkins]] to also include typography for the Decepticons throughout the sequel, ''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron]]''—these glyphs are based on the "Ancient Autobot" symbols from "Cosmic Rust." The typeface appears—stylized in three different ways—in assorted places throughout the game series. Concept art released by Jared Adkins identified the typeface collectively as "[[Teletraan-1_(WFC)|Teletran 1]] (sic) digital glyphs" while fonts embeded in the promotional website for ''[[Transformers: Devastation|Transformers: Devastation]]'' video game identified two of these typefaces as "Cybertron Glyphs Ancient" and "Cybertron Glyphs Regular". The typeface has been further featured in the [[The Art of Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|''Fall of Cybertron'']] art book, [[Transformers:_Rescue_Bots_(cartoon)|''Transformers: Rescue Bots'']], the afterword of [[Transformers:_The_Covenant_of_Primus|''The Covenant of Primus'']], [[Transformers:_Rise_of_the_Dark_Spark_(console)|''Rise of the Dark Spark'']] video game, and on the [[Torchbearer]] toys.
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[[File:Ben Procter symbols.jpg|upright=1.5|thumb|Ben Procter alphabet]]
*'''Ben Procter alphabet'''
:Designer [[Ben Procter]] designed an alphabet, used throughout ''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]'' and ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen_(film)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'', "[[tattoo|tattooed]]" on the Autobots themselves, and during ''[[Transformers: The Last Knight (film)|The Last Knight]]'' on the [[Staff of Merlin]] and numerous other props. The glyphs appear to have been slightly revised for their inclusion in ''The Last Knight''. These glypyhs have been referred to by Ben Procter as both an "alphabet" but also as "[[Tattoo|tribal tattoos]]". Their use on the AllSpark and in later films on artifacts such as the [[Staff of Merlin]] establish them as a written language. [[Paddy Kempshall]]'s ''[[Transformers Dark of the Moon Annual 2012]]'s'' "Code Breaker" section included an inaccurate expanded selection of glyphs that appear to have been entirely made-up just for this publication, as the majority of the glyphs provided therein do not match the remaining glyphs appearing in any of the films.
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==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
[[File:Marvel Issue 23 Page 09 Graffiti.jpg|thumb|upright=0.55|"I logged on to your mom."]]
[[Jazz (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Jazz]] made the statement that his real name was unpronounceable in English. {{storylink|Man of Iron (issue)|Man of Iron}}

[[Runamuck (G1)|Runamuck]] and [[Runabout (G1)|Runabout]] sprayed Cybertronian graffiti across Earth monuments. They were taken aback to realize that the earthlings couldn't comprehend their alien language wit. {{storylink|Decepticon Graffiti!}}
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===''The Transformers'' cartoon===
[[File:Quintesson Writing.jpg|left|upright=0.9|thumb|So it's true. The Pyramids were built by aliens.]]
The first language used by the Transformers was likely the '''Quintesson language''' inherited from their former masters. It can be seen upon the walls of the [[Quintesson]] dimensional transporter room. It rather resembles Egyptian hieroglyphs. {{storylink|Madman's Paradise}}

[[File:AncientAuto.gif|upright=1.1|thumb|Ancient Autobot, on the other hand, eschewed pictures of birdies.]]
'''Ancient Autobot''' was the language used by the ancient Autobot colonists that fled Cybertron in the distant past. Most modern Transformers (or at least the [[Decepticon]]s) could not read it. {{storylink|Cosmic Rust (episode)|Cosmic Rust}}

The controls of the [[Plasma energy|Plasma Energy Chamber]] were labeled in '''[[Ancient Cybertronian]]''', which [[Spike Witwicky (G1)|Spike Witwicky]] did not recognize but [[Cerebros (G1)|Cerebros]] was able to read. {{storylink|The Rebirth, Part 1}}

In contrast, the language used by the [[Autobot]]s when they first awoke in 1984 was easily learned. Spike Witwicky learned to read '''Modern Autobot''' after only knowing the Transformers for a single day. (Autobots and humans could also converse freely on their first encounter, though the hows and whys aren't addressed onscreen.) {{storylink|More than Meets the Eye, Part 2}}

{{Note|However in the episode "[[The Golden Lagoon (episode)|The Golden Lagoon]]", Beachcomber uses a built-in translation program in an attempt to translate bird song, without much success. Presumably, all Transformers possess this translation program and not just Beachcomber. It's possible that when [[Teletraan I]] was first reactivated and went about scanning earth "life forms" that it also scanned and translated earth languages. It could have also downloaded it into each Transformer as it repaired them, explaining why both the Autobots and Decepticons could speak English right off the bat.}}

===Beast Era===
:''See [[Cybertronix]], [[Vok#Symbols|Vok symbols]]''

===2001 ''Robots in Disguise'' cartoon===
[[File:SecretoftheRuins headsup display.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1]]
While many of the Autobots' readouts used a code utilizing the Latin alphabet, their heads-up displays also included text in Cybertronian script.
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===''Cybertron'' cartoon===
[[File:Cybertron atlantis glyphs.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|Wait, is that an alarm clock?]]
Writing was displayed on a viewscreen of the starship ''[[Atlantis]]''. {{storylink|Ship}}
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===2005 IDW continuity===
:''See [[Ancient Cybertronian]], [[Chirolinguistics]]''

Cybertronian language changed over time, from [[Ancient Cybertronian|Old Cybertronian]] to '''Neocybex''' in modern times.

When it came to alien languages, Cybertronians could speak and understand them moments after landing on the planet. Cliffjumper couldn't explain how it worked; it just did. {{storylink|Spotlight: Cliffjumper}}

Alien writing was displayed on a computer screen that Wheeljack was working on. {{storylink|...For All Mankind}}

===''Animated'' continuity family===
====''Animated'' cartoon====
[[File:Bulkhead's postit notes.jpg|thumb|200 px| right|"Do not touch Bulkhead." Good advice.]]
There was writing outside of [[Jazz (Animated)|Jazz]]'s quarters on the [[Sigma Supreme|Elite Guard flagship]]. {{storylink|Five Servos of Doom}}

Later, [[Bulkhead (Animated)|Bulkhead]] left yellow PostIt-style notes on his [[space bridge]] controls. [[Ratchet (Animated)|Ratchet]] had a hard time deciphering them, as Bulkhead's servos were not designed for "penbotship". {{storylink|This Is Why I Hate Machines}}

====The AllSpark Almanacs====
Archaic languages on Cybertron included [[Old Malignus]] and [[Destron (language)|Destron]]. {{storylink|Transformers Animated: The AllSpark Almanac II|The AllSpark Almanac II}}

====''The Arrival''====
[[File:The Nemesis with writing from The Arrival 1.jpg|thumb|200 px|[[Star_Wars_(franchise)|''"Do you speak Huttese?"'']]|left]]
As [[Ultra Magnus (Animated)|Ultra Magnus]] and the [[Elite Guard]] reviewed what they knew about the first battle between [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus]] and [[Megatron (Animated)|Megatron]], an image of the [[Nemesis (Animated)|Nemesis]] appeared on a screen with labels in a written language. {{storylink|Dispatches}}
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===Live-action film series===
''See [[Cyberglyphics]]''
[[File:Agoraptor post.jpg|thumb|Agoraptor post]]

====''Ghosts of Yesterday''====
As they fled from the ''[[Ark (Movie)|Ark]]'', the crew members of the vessel ''[[Ghost 1]]'' were able to pick up the transmissions from the Autobots. They thought that one might be able to make out words from the spoken language of the Autobots if they had a degree in theoretical physics...and were tripping on bad acid. {{storylink|Transformers: Ghosts of Yesterday|Ghosts of Yesterday}}

====''Transformers'' film====
The Decepticons communicated with each other in a spoken language, which to human ears sounded like a collection of vowel-intensive electronic noises and rumbles. They had also learned enough English to communicate with the humans when necessary. Angular symbols, that differed from Cyberglyphics but were present on both [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]] and the [[AllSpark]], convinced [[Sector Seven]] that there was some relationship between the two. {{storylink|Transformers (film)|Transformers}}

====''The AllSpark Wars''====
[[Agoraptor]] and [[Agoracer]] each communicated in a kind of code, based on Cybertronian lettering. {{storylink|AllSpark Wars}}

====''Dark of the Moon'' video game====
[[Dino|Mirage]] encountered a Mayan temple that was built on top of an ancient Decepticon base. After entering the structure, he noted that the walls were covered in ancient Decepticon Hieroglyphs.
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===''Shattered Glass''===
The [[Around Cybertron]] news program featured both advertisements and a news scroll at the bottom of the screen written in Autobot text. {{storylink|Hasbro Transformers Collectors' Club issue 28|Hasbro Transformers Collectors Club #28}}

An [[Autobot#Shattered Glass|Autobot]] [[stellar spanner]] was marked CWP274 in Autobot characters.

Elsewhere, a box in the [[Decepticon#Shattered Glass|Decepticon]] Base was marked 'fragile' in Decepticon characters. {{storylink|Blitzwing Bop}}
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===Aligned continuity family===
[[File:TransformersFOC_FontGlyphs.jpg|thumb|200 px|[[Star_Wars_(franchise)|''"Now there are two of them!"'']]|left]]
====''War for Cybertron'' video game====
On many computers, consoles, and screens on Cybertron, digital Cybertronian glyphs could be seen. When a directive was shown to a Transformer, symbols flashed on their heads up display. {{storylink|Transformers: War for Cybertron (games)|War for Cybertron}}

====''Fall of Cybertron'' video game====
The Autobots appear to have adopted a modernised form of ancient Cybertronian glyphs while the Decepticons utilise their own digital glyph communication.

====''Prime'' cartoon====
When [[Bulkhead (Prime)|Bulkhead]]'s mind started to be assimilated by information ejected from a data cylinder, his mind went to science and formulas. He began to eccentrically paint Cybertronian symbols on chalkboards and walls, using a broom like a paintbrush. {{storylink|T.M.I.}}

====2015 ''Robots in Disguise'' cartoon====

===''Devastation'' video game===
[[File:Devastation-SecretMessage.jpg|thumb|250px|This may look impressive, but it's just telling him he's the 1,000,000th visitor to this site.]][[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] intercepted a message being transmitted in digital glyphs from the [[Proudstar|tower]] that emerged from the ground. {{storylink|Transformers: Devastation}}
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==Toys==
===''Universe'' (2008)===
*''Series:'' Classic Series

:The packaging art for many of the "Classic Series" toys in the [[Transformers: Universe (2008 franchise)|2008 ''Universe'' toyline]] features movie-like "tribal markings" on the characters, going along with the more movie-like renditions of the characters.

:More directly, the [[Legends Class (2005)|Legends-class]] [[Cosmos (G1)|Cosmos]] toy has his name written on his vehicle mode in Cybertronian lettering.

===''Timelines''===
[[File:Wings of Honor Banzai-Tron motto.jpg|thumb|200px]]
:[[Banzai-Tron (G1)|Banzai-Tron]] features his original [[Tech Spec]] motto, "To the victor go the profits," in Autobot text along the side of his vehicle mode.

===''Kre-O''===
:The [[Optimus Prime (Kre-O)#OrionPax|Orion Pax]] Kreon that comes with the ''[[Transformers: Kre-O Character Encyclopedia]]'' has a clear 1x2 plate accessory with "KREO" in Autobot text.

===''Generations''===
:The packaging for ''[[War_for_Cybertron:_Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' toys has "War for Cybertron" written on it in Jim Sorenson's Ancient Autobot script, and the pack-in map pieces also contain writing in this script.

===''Collaborative''===
:''[[Transformers Collaborative|Collaborative]]'' [[Maverick (Collaborative)|Maverick's]] instructions have a hidden message which is also written in Jim Sorenson's Ancient Autobot that translates to "Let's Turn and Burn", which is a quote from the original ''Top Gun'' film as well as being one of the tag lines for ''{{w|Top Gun: Maverick}}.''

===''Combiner Wars''===
[[Victorion]] had Cybertronian glyph passages, using the High Moon Studios/War for Cybertron font, [[Tampograph|tampographed]] onto her individual components. Her individual components—see parenthesis—when read together, form the prophetic warning heard in "Cosmic Rust": "([[Pyra Magna]]) If Cybertron be your home / ([[Rust Dust]]) Far away, never roam / ([[Skyburst (G1)|Skyburst]]) Hear my message, listen and fear / ([[Stormclash]]) Danger comes, the end is near / ([[Dust Up]]) Just like us, you soon will rust / ([[Jumpstream]]) All shall be turned to dust."
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==Notes==
*"[[...For All Mankind]]" uses the ''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]]'' [[wikia:starwars:Aurebesh|Aurebesh]] script to represent Cybertronian writing.
*Might we just kindly point out that this is not how foreign languages actually work in real life.

==Files==
*[[:File:Autobot Characters.TTF|Autobot Writing True Type Font]]
*[[:File:Decepticon Writing.TTF|Decepticon Writing True Type Font]]

==See also==
*[[Alphabet]]
*[[Languages (disambiguation)|Other languages]]

[[Category:Beast Machines]]
[[Category:Beast Wars]]
[[Category:Generation 1]]
[[Category:Languages]]
[[Category:Movie]]
[[Category:Robots in Disguise (2001)]]
[[Category:Shattered Glass]]
[[Category:Transformer culture]]

File:Aligned font.jpg

2024-05-09T04:36:49Z

Astrobotix: Astrobotix uploaded a new version of "File:Aligned font.jpg": Cybertronian language created by High Moon Studios for the ''War for Cybertron'' video game. {{fairuse}

[[Cybertronian languages|Cybertronian language]] created by [[High Moon Studios]] for the ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (games)|War for Cybertron]]'' video game.

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[[Category:Cybertronian text]]

Genital System

2024-04-29T11:40:15Z

Astrobotix:

The unfortunately-named '''Genital System''' (ジェニタルシステム ''Jenitaru Shisutemu'') is located in the nether regions of the [[Earth Defense Command]] headquarters in [[Tokyo]], accessible via the "[[Spiral Vagina]]" (no, really).

After having it constructed to her designs, EDC officer [[Hitoshizuku Amaō]] used her fully functional Genital System to perform experiments in creating life. This involved stuffing [[Shaoshao Li|young girls]] into tubes and feeding them to drooling [[Legion (KP)|Legion]] heads.

There is nothing funny about the Genital System.

==Fiction==
===''Kiss Players''===
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==Notes==
*Seemingly resulting from an example of [[Japanese language#Lost in Translation|mistranslation]], the implication here is that this specific organic complex, located beneath the EDC, is an allegory for a womb.

[[Category:Kiss Players]]

Genital System

2024-04-29T11:38:12Z

Astrobotix:

The unfortunately-named '''Genital System''' (ジェニタルシステム ''Jenitaru Shisutemu'') is located in the nether regions of the [[Earth Defense Command]] headquarters in [[Tokyo]], accessible via the "[[Spiral Vagina]]" (no, really).

After having it constructed to her designs, EDC officer [[Hitoshizuku Amaō]] used her fully functional Genital System to perform experiments in creating life. This involved stuffing [[Shaoshao Li|young girls]] into tubes and feeding them to drooling [[Legion (KP)|Legion]] heads.

There is nothing funny about the Genital System.

==Fiction==
===''Kiss Players''===
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==Notes==
*Seemingly resulting from an example of [[Japanese language#Lost in translation|mistranslation]], the implication here is that this specific organic complex, located beneath the EDC, is an allegory for a womb.

[[Category:Kiss Players]]

Autorooper

2024-04-29T11:19:07Z

Astrobotix: /* Toys */

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{{disambig3|Autotrooper}}
:''Autoroopers are [[Earth Defense Command]]-aligned robots from the [[Transformers: Kiss Players (franchise)|Kiss Players]] portion of the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''
[[File:AutrooperAtari.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|This is everything that's wrong with the world.]]

'''Autoroopers''' (オートルーパー ''Ōtorūpā'') are a group of [[human]]-created artificial [[Transformer]]s that serve the [[Earth Defense Command]]. 48 Autoroopers are known to exist in the [[Tokyo]] Autorooper Team, divided into 12 squads, each named after one of the signs of the {{w|Chinese zodiac}}.

Autoroopers are physically identical to one another apart from their squad markings. They are armed with rifles that fire [[Kremzeek]] bullets and can convert into the [[alternate mode]] of a police-style Mazda RX-8.

Each Autorooper is assigned a [[Kiss Player]] partner by the EDC. These young women serve a very important purpose. In times of crisis, a Kiss Player will [[kiss]] her Autorooper, activating a power that lets her merge with the much larger robot, bestowing upon it enhanced combat and regenerative abilities. If the merge's time limit expires, the Kiss Player is disgorged from her partner unconscious, naked and covered in viscous fluid. It is so far unknown what a voluntary separation entails.

Autoroopers are often dispatched to the scene of Transformers-related incidents. This usually brings them into conflict with [[Legion (KP)|Legion]] attackers, but they also sometimes find themselves battling or pursuing anti-EDC resistance fighters such as [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]], [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Hot Rodimus]], and their human partners.

Autoroopers have an as-yet undisclosed connection to the same [[Parasitech]] fusion process that Legion units use. One Autorooper partially fused with the corpse of Optimus Prime before [[Marissa Faireborn]] interceded. This fusion caused the resurrected Prime to suffer nightmares of his old enemy [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Megatron]], suggesting a link between the Autoroopers and the [[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]]-derived Legion army. This link would eventually bear fruit as the Autoroopers went rogue and merged to reconstitute Galvatron's body.

==Fiction==
===''Kiss Players''===
{{voiceactor|[[Keiji Hirai]] (Ne-04, Japanese)}}
[[File:Kissplay1 atari fuses.jpg|left|thumb|Apparently this is a good thing! Yay!]]
One particular Autorooper is designated "Ne-04", the 4th Autorooper of [[Ne Squad]]. Ne-04 is initially partnered with [[Shaoshao Li]], acclaimed as the most powerful Kiss Player in the EDC. Shao is said to be able to enhance her Autorooper to levels far beyond those of her fellow squad members.

During an encounter with a hostile Legion, the Ne-04 Autorooper was badly damaged. With Shao unconscious and unable to re-merge, the Autorooper turned to the nearby [[Atari Hitotonari]] and demanded that she kiss him. The frightened girl complied and the two together were able to defeat their opponent. During the battle, the merged Atari took on a more violent and bloodthirsty personality.

When it was discovered that Atari was an even more powerful Kiss Player than Shao, Ne-04 was reassigned to her, and Shao left the EDC to pursue resistance activities with her new partner, Hot Rod. Atari has noted that while the giant robot initially behaved in an intimidating manner toward her, she has since found it to have a warmer personality. The Ne-04 Autorooper's compassion for Atari extends to giving her backrubs when she becomes carsick riding in it, a frequent occurrence.

Atari's Autorooper appears to have a slightly mischievous personality, as when it was inexplicably shrunken to palm size following a kiss, it sneaked inside Atari's shirt while she was distracted thinking about desserts. Extremely passive on her best days, Atari exhaustedly capitulated to the tiny robot's advances.

But this would not be the Ne-04 Autorooper's only experience with shrinking...for soon, Atari would discover that she had a Legion inside her stomach! Instructing Atari to kiss it, the Autorooper shrunk to a diminutive size, promptly forcing itself into Atari's mouth and making her swallow. As it plunged into her wet passage, it noted how warm it was inside her, while Atari pleaded for it not to move around inside her too roughly.

Yeeeeah.

The Autorooper engaged, defeated and destroyed the Legion, but lacked the power to climb back out. Unfortunately, when it ran out of power entirely, it would return to normal size inside the panicked Atari. Claiming that it would escape via [[unspace|transwarp]], the Autorooper instead talked Atari into sticking her finger down her throat and vomiting it up. She proceeded to berate the robot for its trickery.{{storylink|Atari-chan's Critical Moment!?}}
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===''Wings Universe''===
[[File:HtF-StrafeandTrooper.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]
Autorooper (or at least one Autorooper) was one of the Autobots stationed at the [[Galadria Space Bridge Outpost]] in the [[Delta Prysmos Sector]]. He fared poorly when confronted by the Decepticon mercenary [[Flamewar (G1)|Flamewar]]. {{storylink|Hoist the Flag}}

===''Cloud''===
In the [[15-OGSS Spacetime]], Autoroopers were programmed by [[Wheeljack (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Wheeljack]]. They were on patrol at a shuttle base orbiting [[Earth]] when the [[Decepticon]]s from [[Cloud World]] attacked. {{storylink|Transformers Cloud Compilation Comic|Compilation Comic}}

===''TransTech''===
[[File:HeavyweightvsAutotrooper-CMW.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.65]]
Autoroopers helped guard [[Axiom Nexus]]'s Offworlder Maximum Security Prison along with [[Blastcharge Strika Drone]]s. During a blackout, one of them attempted to stop a group of Cybertron's most wanted criminals already engaged in battle with one of the Strika drones. He was overpowered by the inmates, however. More Autoroopers continued to unsuccessfully stop the prisoners from escaping, but were trounced by the stronger (and craftier) 'bots. {{storylink|Cybertron's Most Wanted}}

===Precursor World===
A [[Primus Vanguard|Warrior of the Seven Lights]] resembling an Autorooper was a member of the [[White Order]]. He was nearby on the [[White Planet]] when his commander [[White Gallant Convoy]] was warned of the fall of the [[Blue Order]] and the threat of the [[G1 World|interdimensional]] warlord [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity#Generations Selects Special Comic (1)|Ultra Megatron Omega]] by the [[Primus Vanguard]]'s [[Primus#The old universe|eponymous supreme leader]]. {{storylink|God Neptune comic 1}}
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==Toys==
===''Kiss Players''===
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[[File:Atari X Autorooper.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Is the Autotrooper small, or very far away?]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Atari × Autorooper''' (2006)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Gun
:*''Known designers'': [[Yuki Ohshima]] (concept artist)

: The first Autorooper toy was a very small, simplified version of the ''[[Transformers: Alternators|Alternators]]'' Mazda RX-8 mold that comes with a large PVC figurine of Atari. Despite its small size, it includes a small gun which can be pegged into its hand. Its arms will pop off if you so much as look at it, let alone attempt handling it.

::*''[http://tfu.info/2006/Cybertron/Autorooper/autorooper.htm More information on Autorooper at TFU.info]''

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[[File:KP-toy AutorooperBig.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Autorooper × Atari''' (2006)}}</ul>
:*''Release date'': December ?? 2006
:*''Accessories:'' "Kremzeek Gun" muffler/blaster, 4-part "Gatling Pylon" blaster, Kremzeek figurine
:*''Known designers'': [[Yuki Ohshima]] (concept artist)

: A 1/24th-scale Autorooper toy was released later in the year, a [[retool]] and [[redeco]] of the ''[[Transformers: Alternators#Binaltech|Binaltech]]'' [[Jazz (G1)/toys#Alternators/Binaltech|Meister]] Mazda RX-8 mold with a new head, rooftop lightbar, grill-lights, and an Imperial chrysanthemum emblem on the grill. The vehicle mode features a open four-seater passenger compartment, opening hood with engine, opening "suicide" doors and trunk with a realistic interior. The car mode's muffler detaches and unfolds in a hand-held "Kremzeek Gun" for robot mode.

: Like the other larger figures in ''Kiss Players'', it also comes with an all-new accessory/accessories: four traffic cones that combine into the "Gatling Pylon" weapon. Also new to this toy is a sticker sheet with numerous options so you can mark the vehicle as any one of the 48 Autorooper units, or as a standard Metropolitan Police Department (警視庁 ''keishichō'') car rather than a member of the EDC. And finally, the set also included an audio drama CD containing episodes 21-30 of the [[Transformers: Kiss Players (radio drama)|radio drama series]] and the exclusive chapter that concluded the year's storyline, "[[I, You, and the Spinning Earth]]".

: The set also comes with small figurines of [[Atari Hitotonari#Smallscale|Atari Hitotonari]] and [[Kremzeek#Kiss Players 2|Kremzeek]]. Atari can soooorrrrta fit into the vehicle mode, but not terribly well, especially in the driver's seat. She wasn't really designed for it.

: Printed on the inside of the packaging is the "Transformers Kiss Players Chronological Table", a then-comprehensive timeline for the Japanese Generation 1 cartoon continuity, as well as multiple "Encyclopedia" entries further expanding upon events.

: This mold was also used to make [[Zoom-Zoom#Toys|Zoom-Zoom]] and [[Shockwave (G1)/toys#Alternators/Binaltech|Shockblast]].
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===''Buzzworthy Bumblebee''===
[[File:TF-Legacy-Buzzworthy-Bumblebee-Autotrooper.jpg|thumb|300px|Somehow, ''Kiss Players'' returned.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Troop Builder Multipack''' (4-pack, 2023)}}</ul>
:*''Series:'' '''''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy: Evolution]]'''''
:*''Accessories:'' blaster, alternate head
:*''Known designers'': [[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Shogo Hasui]] (TakaraTomy)<ref name ="Pulse June 23">[[June 20]], [[2023]]'s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjLY0uamTKM Hasbro Pulse Transformers Fanstream] on YouTube, with [[Ben MacCrae]], [[Mark Maher]], [[Evan Brooks]], and [[Rich Pellegrino]]</ref>

:A new-head [[retool]] of the ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege]]'' Deluxe class [[Ironhide (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Siege|Ironhide]] figure, "[[Autotrooper (Animated)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Animated Universe Autotrooper]]" transforms from robot to Cybertronian van and back. Autotrooper includes a second, entirely separate head tooling to convert the figure into an original ''Kiss Players''-style Autorooper, intended to be used with a second copy of the figure for [[army-building|troop-building]].

:Notably, the Autotrooper's head(s) utilize new technology developed by [[TakaraTomy]] designer [[Shogo Hasui]] wherein the two head designs slide onto a single "skull" via a rail system rather than brute forcing the neck [[ball joint]] as in past releases.<ref name = "Pulse June 23"/>

:Autotrooper is one of four figures included in the Troop Builder Multipack, the others being [[Air Warrior#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Decepticon Seeker]], [[Quintesson Bailiff#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Quintesson Trooper]], and [[Cybertronian (faction)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|G2 Universe Cybertronian Trooper]].
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==Notes==
*"Autorooper" is a Japanese portmanteau of "auto" (オート ''ōto'') and "trooper" (トルーパー ''torūpā''). As such, it doesn't kindly Romanize into English.
*''Kiss Players'' series writer [[Yuki Ohshima]] initially conceived the small Autorooper toy as a redeco of one of the [[Go-Bot (G2)|Go-Bots]] toy molds. Which one, specifically, is not known (but given the police-based function of the Autoroopers, the "[[911]]" mold seems the most likely candidate). However, this slot was taken up by the entirely new Autorooper mold. It was also originally planned for the small-sized toy to be the ''only'' Autorooper toy, but the success of the Optimus Prime toy led to the development of the larger ''Alternators''-scaled toy.<ref>''[[Kiss Players/15 Go! Go!|Transformers: Kiss Players/Transformers: Information Administration Teletraan 15 Go! Go!]]'' design notes for Atari × Autorooper</ref>
*Some initial plans for the ''Kiss Players'' storyline included "Cybertroopers" (サイバトルーパー) and "Destroopers" (デストルーパー), likely trooper units for each faction.<ref>''[[Kiss Players/15 Go! Go!|Transformers: Kiss Players/Transformers: Information Administration Teletraan 15 Go! Go!]]'' creator commentary on the ''Kiss Players'' comic</ref>

==References==
{{reflist}}

[[Category:Cloud Autobots]]
[[Category:Earth Defense Command]]
[[Category:Kiss Players Transformers]]
[[Category:Law enforcement]]
[[Category:Man-made Transformers]]
[[Category:Mass-produced Transformers]]
[[Category:Legacy characters]]
[[Category:TransTech Autobots]]
[[Category:Target exclusives]]
[[Category:White Order]]
[[Category:Wings Universe Autobots]]

Autorooper

2024-04-29T11:18:35Z

Astrobotix: /* Toys */

{{factions|edc|autobot|ozsa|primusvanguard}}
{{disambig3|Autotrooper}}
:''Autoroopers are [[Earth Defense Command]]-aligned robots from the [[Transformers: Kiss Players (franchise)|Kiss Players]] portion of the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''
[[File:AutrooperAtari.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|This is everything that's wrong with the world.]]

'''Autoroopers''' (オートルーパー ''Ōtorūpā'') are a group of [[human]]-created artificial [[Transformer]]s that serve the [[Earth Defense Command]]. 48 Autoroopers are known to exist in the [[Tokyo]] Autorooper Team, divided into 12 squads, each named after one of the signs of the {{w|Chinese zodiac}}.

Autoroopers are physically identical to one another apart from their squad markings. They are armed with rifles that fire [[Kremzeek]] bullets and can convert into the [[alternate mode]] of a police-style Mazda RX-8.

Each Autorooper is assigned a [[Kiss Player]] partner by the EDC. These young women serve a very important purpose. In times of crisis, a Kiss Player will [[kiss]] her Autorooper, activating a power that lets her merge with the much larger robot, bestowing upon it enhanced combat and regenerative abilities. If the merge's time limit expires, the Kiss Player is disgorged from her partner unconscious, naked and covered in viscous fluid. It is so far unknown what a voluntary separation entails.

Autoroopers are often dispatched to the scene of Transformers-related incidents. This usually brings them into conflict with [[Legion (KP)|Legion]] attackers, but they also sometimes find themselves battling or pursuing anti-EDC resistance fighters such as [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]], [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Hot Rodimus]], and their human partners.

Autoroopers have an as-yet undisclosed connection to the same [[Parasitech]] fusion process that Legion units use. One Autorooper partially fused with the corpse of Optimus Prime before [[Marissa Faireborn]] interceded. This fusion caused the resurrected Prime to suffer nightmares of his old enemy [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Megatron]], suggesting a link between the Autoroopers and the [[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]]-derived Legion army. This link would eventually bear fruit as the Autoroopers went rogue and merged to reconstitute Galvatron's body.

==Fiction==
===''Kiss Players''===
{{voiceactor|[[Keiji Hirai]] (Ne-04, Japanese)}}
[[File:Kissplay1 atari fuses.jpg|left|thumb|Apparently this is a good thing! Yay!]]
One particular Autorooper is designated "Ne-04", the 4th Autorooper of [[Ne Squad]]. Ne-04 is initially partnered with [[Shaoshao Li]], acclaimed as the most powerful Kiss Player in the EDC. Shao is said to be able to enhance her Autorooper to levels far beyond those of her fellow squad members.

During an encounter with a hostile Legion, the Ne-04 Autorooper was badly damaged. With Shao unconscious and unable to re-merge, the Autorooper turned to the nearby [[Atari Hitotonari]] and demanded that she kiss him. The frightened girl complied and the two together were able to defeat their opponent. During the battle, the merged Atari took on a more violent and bloodthirsty personality.

When it was discovered that Atari was an even more powerful Kiss Player than Shao, Ne-04 was reassigned to her, and Shao left the EDC to pursue resistance activities with her new partner, Hot Rod. Atari has noted that while the giant robot initially behaved in an intimidating manner toward her, she has since found it to have a warmer personality. The Ne-04 Autorooper's compassion for Atari extends to giving her backrubs when she becomes carsick riding in it, a frequent occurrence.

Atari's Autorooper appears to have a slightly mischievous personality, as when it was inexplicably shrunken to palm size following a kiss, it sneaked inside Atari's shirt while she was distracted thinking about desserts. Extremely passive on her best days, Atari exhaustedly capitulated to the tiny robot's advances.

But this would not be the Ne-04 Autorooper's only experience with shrinking...for soon, Atari would discover that she had a Legion inside her stomach! Instructing Atari to kiss it, the Autorooper shrunk to a diminutive size, promptly forcing itself into Atari's mouth and making her swallow. As it plunged into her wet passage, it noted how warm it was inside her, while Atari pleaded for it not to move around inside her too roughly.

Yeeeeah.

The Autorooper engaged, defeated and destroyed the Legion, but lacked the power to climb back out. Unfortunately, when it ran out of power entirely, it would return to normal size inside the panicked Atari. Claiming that it would escape via [[unspace|transwarp]], the Autorooper instead talked Atari into sticking her finger down her throat and vomiting it up. She proceeded to berate the robot for its trickery.{{storylink|Atari-chan's Critical Moment!?}}
{{charstubfiction|Expansion, storylinks ({{storylink|Kiss Players issue 1|Kiss Players #1}}, {{storylink|Kiss Players issue 2|Kiss Players #2}}, {{storylink|Kiss Players issue 3|Kiss Players #3}}, and any other relevant storylinks)}}

===''Wings Universe''===
[[File:HtF-StrafeandTrooper.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]
Autorooper (or at least one Autorooper) was one of the Autobots stationed at the [[Galadria Space Bridge Outpost]] in the [[Delta Prysmos Sector]]. He fared poorly when confronted by the Decepticon mercenary [[Flamewar (G1)|Flamewar]]. {{storylink|Hoist the Flag}}

===''Cloud''===
In the [[15-OGSS Spacetime]], Autoroopers were programmed by [[Wheeljack (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Wheeljack]]. They were on patrol at a shuttle base orbiting [[Earth]] when the [[Decepticon]]s from [[Cloud World]] attacked. {{storylink|Transformers Cloud Compilation Comic|Compilation Comic}}

===''TransTech''===
[[File:HeavyweightvsAutotrooper-CMW.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.65]]
Autoroopers helped guard [[Axiom Nexus]]'s Offworlder Maximum Security Prison along with [[Blastcharge Strika Drone]]s. During a blackout, one of them attempted to stop a group of Cybertron's most wanted criminals already engaged in battle with one of the Strika drones. He was overpowered by the inmates, however. More Autoroopers continued to unsuccessfully stop the prisoners from escaping, but were trounced by the stronger (and craftier) 'bots. {{storylink|Cybertron's Most Wanted}}

===Precursor World===
A [[Primus Vanguard|Warrior of the Seven Lights]] resembling an Autorooper was a member of the [[White Order]]. He was nearby on the [[White Planet]] when his commander [[White Gallant Convoy]] was warned of the fall of the [[Blue Order]] and the threat of the [[G1 World|interdimensional]] warlord [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity#Generations Selects Special Comic (1)|Ultra Megatron Omega]] by the [[Primus Vanguard]]'s [[Primus#The old universe|eponymous supreme leader]]. {{storylink|God Neptune comic 1}}
{{--}}

==Toys==
===''Kiss Players''===
{{anchor|AtariXAutorooper}}
[[File:Atari X Autorooper.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Is the Autotrooper small, or very far away?]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Atari × Autorooper''' (2006)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Gun
:*''Known designers'': [[Yuki Ohshima]] (concept artist)

: The first Autorooper toy was a very small, simplified version of the ''[[Transformers: Alternators|Alternators]]'' Mazda RX-8 mold that comes with a large PVC figurine of Atari. Despite its small size, it includes a small gun which can be pegged into its hand. Its arms will pop off if you so much as look at it, let alone attempt handling it.

::*''[http://tfu.info/2006/Cybertron/Autorooper/autorooper.htm More information on Autorooper at TFU.info]''

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[[File:KP-toy AutorooperBig.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Autorooper × Atari''' (2006)}}</ul>
:*''Release date'': December ?? 2006
:*''Accessories:'' "Kremzeek Gun" muffler/blaster, 4-part "Gatling Pylon" blaster, Kremzeek figurine
:*''Known designers'': [[Yuki Ohshima]] (concept artist)

: A 1/24th-scale Autorooper toy was released later in the year, a [[retool]] and [[redeco]] of the ''[[Transformers: Alternators#Binaltech|Binaltech]]'' [[Jazz (G1)/toys#Alternators/Binaltech|Meister]] Mazda RX-8 mold with a new head, rooftop lightbar, grill-lights, and an Imperial chrysanthemum emblem on the grill. The vehicle mode features a open four-seater passenger compartment, opening hood with engine, opening "suicide" doors and trunk with a realistic interior. The car mode's muffler detaches and unfolds in a hand-held "Kremzeek Gun" for robot mode.

: Like the other larger figures in ''Kiss Players'', it also comes with an all-new accessory/accessories: four traffic cones that combine into the "Gatling Pylon" weapon. Also new to this toy is a sticker sheet with numerous options so you can mark the vehicle as any one of the 48 Autorooper units, or as a standard Metropolitan Police Department (警視庁 ''keishichō'') car rather than a member of the EDC. And finally, the set also included an audio drama CD containing episodes 21-30 of the [[Transformers: Kiss Players (radio drama)|radio drama series]] and the exclusive chapter that concluded the year's storyline, "[[I, You, and the Spinning Earth]]".

: The set also comes with small figurines of [[Atari Hitotonari#Smallscale|Atari Hitotonari]] and [[Kremzeek#Kiss Players 2|Kremzeek]]. Atari can soooorrrrta fit into the vehicle mode, but not terribly well, especially in the driver's seat. She wasn't really designed for it.

: Printed on the inside of the packaging is the "Transformers Kiss Players Chronological Table", a then-comprehensive timeline for the Japanese Generation 1 cartoon continuity, as well as multiple "Encyclopedia" entries further expanding the upon events.

: This mold was also used to make [[Zoom-Zoom#Toys|Zoom-Zoom]] and [[Shockwave (G1)/toys#Alternators/Binaltech|Shockblast]].
{{--}}

===''Buzzworthy Bumblebee''===
[[File:TF-Legacy-Buzzworthy-Bumblebee-Autotrooper.jpg|thumb|300px|Somehow, ''Kiss Players'' returned.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Troop Builder Multipack''' (4-pack, 2023)}}</ul>
:*''Series:'' '''''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy: Evolution]]'''''
:*''Accessories:'' blaster, alternate head
:*''Known designers'': [[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Shogo Hasui]] (TakaraTomy)<ref name ="Pulse June 23">[[June 20]], [[2023]]'s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjLY0uamTKM Hasbro Pulse Transformers Fanstream] on YouTube, with [[Ben MacCrae]], [[Mark Maher]], [[Evan Brooks]], and [[Rich Pellegrino]]</ref>

:A new-head [[retool]] of the ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege]]'' Deluxe class [[Ironhide (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Siege|Ironhide]] figure, "[[Autotrooper (Animated)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Animated Universe Autotrooper]]" transforms from robot to Cybertronian van and back. Autotrooper includes a second, entirely separate head tooling to convert the figure into an original ''Kiss Players''-style Autorooper, intended to be used with a second copy of the figure for [[army-building|troop-building]].

:Notably, the Autotrooper's head(s) utilize new technology developed by [[TakaraTomy]] designer [[Shogo Hasui]] wherein the two head designs slide onto a single "skull" via a rail system rather than brute forcing the neck [[ball joint]] as in past releases.<ref name = "Pulse June 23"/>

:Autotrooper is one of four figures included in the Troop Builder Multipack, the others being [[Air Warrior#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Decepticon Seeker]], [[Quintesson Bailiff#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Quintesson Trooper]], and [[Cybertronian (faction)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|G2 Universe Cybertronian Trooper]].
{{WFCSiegeIronhideMold}}
{{--}}

==Notes==
*"Autorooper" is a Japanese portmanteau of "auto" (オート ''ōto'') and "trooper" (トルーパー ''torūpā''). As such, it doesn't kindly Romanize into English.
*''Kiss Players'' series writer [[Yuki Ohshima]] initially conceived the small Autorooper toy as a redeco of one of the [[Go-Bot (G2)|Go-Bots]] toy molds. Which one, specifically, is not known (but given the police-based function of the Autoroopers, the "[[911]]" mold seems the most likely candidate). However, this slot was taken up by the entirely new Autorooper mold. It was also originally planned for the small-sized toy to be the ''only'' Autorooper toy, but the success of the Optimus Prime toy led to the development of the larger ''Alternators''-scaled toy.<ref>''[[Kiss Players/15 Go! Go!|Transformers: Kiss Players/Transformers: Information Administration Teletraan 15 Go! Go!]]'' design notes for Atari × Autorooper</ref>
*Some initial plans for the ''Kiss Players'' storyline included "Cybertroopers" (サイバトルーパー) and "Destroopers" (デストルーパー), likely trooper units for each faction.<ref>''[[Kiss Players/15 Go! Go!|Transformers: Kiss Players/Transformers: Information Administration Teletraan 15 Go! Go!]]'' creator commentary on the ''Kiss Players'' comic</ref>

==References==
{{reflist}}

[[Category:Cloud Autobots]]
[[Category:Earth Defense Command]]
[[Category:Kiss Players Transformers]]
[[Category:Law enforcement]]
[[Category:Man-made Transformers]]
[[Category:Mass-produced Transformers]]
[[Category:Legacy characters]]
[[Category:TransTech Autobots]]
[[Category:Target exclusives]]
[[Category:White Order]]
[[Category:Wings Universe Autobots]]

Commercial/Japan

2024-04-29T11:12:58Z

Astrobotix:

{{suite}}
[[Image:ScrambleCityCommercialBattle.jpg|right|300px|thumb|The toy battle of your childhood dreams.]]
The uniqueness of American [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation 1]] Transformers commercials helped the line become a cultural phenomenon in the U.S. By contrast, [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s G1 commercials, or "'''CM'''"s, were considerably more generic. Commercials for ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers]]'' and ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 (toyline)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010]]'' have a distinctive Gregorian style "Trans-for-mer" chant at the end of them, but there was not much else to set them apart from other mecha toy commercials. They made use of the same type of stop motion animation that was used not only in commercials for Takara's Transformers predecessors ''[[Micro Change]]'' and ''[[Diaclone]]'' but for various other mecha toys including ''{{w|Gundam}}'', ''{{w|Voltron|GoLion}}'', and even as far back as 1975 for ''{{w|Himitsu Sentai Goranger}}''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s toyline. The stop motion style of commercial is still used by TakaraTomy as evidenced by the advertising for ''[[Transformers Animated (toyline)|Transformers Animated]]''.

Curiously, Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers and Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 commercials (even some of those not re-using US commercial footage) made use of several variations of the US [[theme song]]s, despite the fact that said theme songs were not used for the Japanese dubs of the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|cartoon]]. A few variants were even recorded specifically for the Japanese commercials, such as the one used in the first Airbots and Stuntrons ad. Later on, ''[[Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers|Beast Wars]]'' and ''[[Super Lifeform Transformers: Beast Wars Metals (franchise)|Beast Wars Metals]]'' ads would also make use of the theme song from their American counterpart.

Historically, Takara's advertising strategy has been to cover the entire toyline in some way, shape or form. This has resulted in some commercials where the toys get the bum's rush, staying on screen just long enough to show off both modes. The Beast Era has several egregious examples, in particular one ad that covers Scuba, Tasmania Kid, Big Horn, Apache, Dirge, Thrust, Starscream, BB, Megastorm and all four Autorollers for a grand total of thirteen toys! The whole line philosophy has been maintained as recently as the ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Car Robots]]'' line.

In addition to toy commercials, Takara has also advertised via promotional videos, which occasionally offered as magazine or DVD extras, that tease an upcoming series or give supplemental information. Commercials for [[Japanese themes|music singles and soundtracks]] for the various series have also aired on TV, possibly as early as ''[[Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers|Beast Wars]]''. And of course there's the commercials for ''Beast Wars'' [[Beast Wars II Sausage|sausages]]. [[Beast Wars Neo Sausage|Really]]. We wouldn't lie to you.

==Generation 1==

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (franchise)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers]]===
[[Image:Japanese_1985_Toyline_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Class of '85]]
*'''Toyline''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhQAEoxLx3A]
: ''Toy segment:'' A presumably crystal castle of unknown location and origin, holding [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]] trapped within, dissolves into thin air. Somewhere else, the [[Autobot|Cybertron]] forces spread apart to reveal a rising and not-dissolved Convoy. The [[Decepticon|Destron]] forces do the same for [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]. [[Skywarp (G1)|Warp]] and [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]] fire shots which collide in a midair explosion.
: ''Notes:'' A red [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumble]] and yellow [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliff]] are used.

*'''Convoy & Megatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ip1DDdgBoSk]
: ''Notes:'' This is a dubbed version of the American ad with some of the animation removed. The theme song is undubbed.
:*'''Convoy & Megatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQFKYlBjWDc] - Edited-down version of the previous commercial.

*'''Secret Emblem''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S02wWba6ICc]
: ''Notes:'' Uses clips from the American [[rubsign]] ad (with some reordering) mixed with clips from the "Toyline" commercial.

[[Image:Dinobots_and_Buildrons_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Dinobots & Buildrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BnE7s4SiZgY]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] and [[Constructicon (G1)|Buildtrons]] square off on an ice planet in the middle of a solar eclipse.

*'''Laserwave''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yU7W-GniMuQ]
: ''Notes:'' This commercial is the [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave/Laserwave]] segments of the U.S. "Jetfire & Shockwave" ad dubbed over. Naturally, the [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]] segments were dropped due to Takara's legal inability to sell the [[Bandai]]-owned Jetfire mold in the Japanese market. Includes an end tag for the [[Devastator (G1)|Devastor giftset]].

*'''Soundwave''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eICgREXfI0Y]
: ''Notes:'' Same as the U.S. [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] ad with the narration and kids dubbed over.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 (franchise)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010]]===
*'''[[Kabaya]] Standard kits''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQIKMSakKo8]
: ''Toy segment:'' Kits for [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]], [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]], and [[Blitzwing (G1)|Blitzwing]] are shown stop-motion transforming. Shots of the [[Blaster (G1)|Broadcast]], [[Frenzy (G1)|Frenzy]], [[Ravage (G1)|Jaguar]] and [[Silverbolt (G1)|Silverbolt]] kits in one mode fade into shots of their other mode.
: ''Notes:'' The Jaguar kit is shown in flipped colors that are accurate to the original toy instead of the final production colors.

*'''Airbots & Stuntrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-wNbtmI-OUw]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Aerialbot (G1)|Airbots]] take off from [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroflex]] and fly over a desert. They all transform to robot mode and then combine into Superion. [[Fireflight (G1)|Firebolt]] and [[Air Raid (G1)|Air Rider]] disconnect, rotate diagonally around [[Superion (G1)|Superion]]'s torso, and then reconnect as his right arm and left leg, respectively. Meanwhile, the [[Stunticon (G1)|Stuntrons]] have been driving in the desert below. They too transform to robot mode before combining into [[Menasor (G1)|Menasor]]. [[Dead End (G1)|Dead End]] and [[Drag Strip (G1)|Drag Stripe]] disconnect and rotate around Menasor's torso to become his left and right arm, respectively.
:''Scramble Power!''
:*'''Airbots & Stuntrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4j5LOYF5qhY] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Airbots & Stuntrons 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3kuIs4qHPus]
: ''Notes:'' Combines animation and footage from the U.S. Stunticons and Aerialbots commercial with footage from the Airbots and Stuntrons ad, along with a new clip of the Stuntrons designed to be a parallel to the segment where squares flip to reveal the individual Airbots.

[[Image:Magnus_and_Galvatron_Japanese_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|For red eyes, Clear Eyes is awesome.]]
*'''Ultra Magnus & Galvatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZC7nvSDY8Y]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] drives through the desert carrying Silverbolt while [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] fires on him from an overlooking cliff in cannon mode. Silverbolt takes off from Magnus's trailer, prompting Galvatron to transform to robot mode. Ultra Magnus transforms just in time to receive a REALLY ineffective flying clothesline from Galvatron.
: ''Notes:'' This is the same desert in which the previous commercial took place. Whatever celestial body this desert is on, it's in very close proximity to a ringed planet. Galvatron's cannon blasts are marked by explosions occurring near Magnus, accompanied by laser blast sounds from the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|cartoon]]. There's also a lighting effect that seems to have an external source, rather than Galvatron's own light-up gimmick. Ultra Magnus's eyes light up red despite the toy not having that ability.
:*'''Ultra Magnus & Galvatron''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/sc5.mpg] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Ultra Magnus & Galvatron 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0HD_DM2TrMg]
: ''Notes:'' Combines the animation from the U.S. Ultra Magnus and Galvatron commercial with toy footage from the first Japanese ad. The scene of Galvatron firing on Magnus has had a visual laser effect added to it.

*'''Convoy is dead! campaign (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン)''' aka '''2010 debut promo?''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEWF48ZGHWE]
: Several helicopters lift the sparking corpse of Convoy above a city. Down below, a distinctly non-Asian-looking crowd of onlookers chant his name. This leads to a teary-eyed and equally non-Asian-looking boy yelling "Convoy!"
:''Notes:'' Silhouettes of [[Hot Rod (G1)|Rodimus Convoy]] and other 2010 toys are shown. The end looks like it indicates it will begin airing sometime in November of that year. The campaign spot was later included on the ''[[The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix]]'' VHS and the [[Transformers: Kiss Players (franchise)|''Kiss Players'' franchise]] later heavily referenced the events of this campaign.
:*'''Convoy is dead! campaign (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン)''' aka '''2010 debut promo?''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CzrGRA_xw2o] - Edited down from the previous commercial.
:*'''Convoy is dead! campaign (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン)''' aka '''2010 debut promo?''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3739snUos4k] - A slightly different ending which looks like it gives a specific airing date of November 14th of that year

*'''Rodimus Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0rMnIf4ugvE]
: ''Animation:'' Rodimus Convoy vs Galvatron from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''.
: ''Toy segment:'' Rodimus Convoy drives through a canyon before transforming to face off with Galvatron in front of [[Kup (G1)|Cher]].
: ''Notes:'' The animation in this commercial is quite likely the first time ever that any part of the movie had been publicly shown in Japan.
:*'''Rodimus Convoy'''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fA9A8cuM9s4] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

[[Image:Animatrons_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Thunder, thunder, thunder, thunder CATS!]]
*'''Animatrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9a8nhvWixo8]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the U.S. Predacons commercial.
: ''Toy segment:'' A [[Unicron|ginormous]] Galvatron looms over the [[Decepticon|Destron]] forces. He then fires at the [[Autobot|Cybertron]] emblem from the [[scene transition]], destroying it. The [[Predacon (G1)|Animatrons]] transform from their animal modes to their robot modes and then combine into [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]].
:*'''Animatrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzFdRRXafgs] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Metroflex''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vt0eoAsDA1w]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobot]]s are shown departing from Metroflex's desert location. Elsewhere in the desert, the [[Combaticon (G1)|Combatrons]] are roaming around. Both teams combine and display their [[Scramble Power]] before meeting up with Superion and Menasor. Metroflex transforms to his mobile battle station mode and then robot mode. His shadow is seen looming over the [[combiner]]s before he rises in full view behind [[Slammer]], [[Scamper]] and [[Six-Gun]].
:*'''Metroflex''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0Iaoy8rOaY] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Metroflex, Airbots & Stuntrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDL6llPKk0M]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the American Aerialbots and Stunticons ad and the Metroplex/Combaticons ad.
: ''Toy segment:'' Scenes of Metroflex transforming and rising up, reused from the previous ad.

*'''Metroflex & Dinosaurer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_hzEGFYXSM]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the American Protectobots/Trypticon ad and the Metroplex/Combaticons ad.
: ''Toy segment:'' Metroflex transforming and rising, reused from the Metroflex ad, and a montage of Dinosaurer's various modes, reused from the American ad.
: ''Notes:'' Both versions of this ad finish with an end tag for a [[decoy|Transformers board game]].
:*'''Metroflex & Dinosaurer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ltfg62cuubQ] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

[[Image:Japanese_Watch_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|''Watch'' this!]]
*'''Watches''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7JsM3B7vOQQ]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the U.S. ads for Ultra Magnus & Galvatron and Aerialbots & Stunticons.
: ''Toy segment:'' An [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Generation 1 2|Ultra Magnus watch]] appears on the wrist of an unknown human individual. The human subsequently flips the watch into its robot mode. Watches for [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Generation 1 2|Galvatron]] and then [[Superion (G1)#Merchandise|Superion]] have their transformations demonstrated.

*'''Scramble City line''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFExuvTTyq0]
: ''Toy segment:'' Metroflex rises up from somewhere to join Slammer, Scamper and Six-Gun. Cut to a shot where we pan up to see [[Trypticon (G1)|Dinosaurer]] sitting in city mode on a plateau. After cuts to shots of Dinosaurer's dinosaur and mobile battle station modes, we see Ultra Magnus's eyes glowing red. Galvatron transforms and performs a weak flying clothesline. Superion and Menasor face off, then Bruticus and [[Defensor (G1)|Guardian]] demonstrate their Scramble Power. Menasor and Bruticus go to meet up somewhere before returning to take on Superion and Guardian. The Cybertron forces stand in a row to face off against the Destrons, who are also standing in a line, as [[Laserbeak (G1)|Condor]] and [[Buzzsaw (G1)|Buzzsaw]] swoop overhead. The whole scene is rather surreal, as the toys stand there statically while explosions go off all around them.
: ''Notes:'' An instrumental version of [[Transformer (song)|"Transformer"]] plays in the background.

*'''[[Transformers: Mystery of Convoy]] game''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_lHEfl5oPI]
: ''Notes:'' Combines animation from the U.S. Ultra Magnus toy commercial with actual game footage.

*'''Cybertron Triple Changers and Octane''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XB8VbWlccwM]
: ''Animation:'' Sandstorm and Broadside transforming, reused from the American ad; excerpt of Springer transforming from robot to helicopter taken from ''The Transformers: The Movie''.
: ''Toy segment:'' Springer flies, then drives over rocky terrain before transforming. Broadside and Sandstorm transform via split-screen slide show, then join up with Springer. Octane flies, then drives through a different rocky terrain and then transforms. All four cycle through their modes on yet another type of rocky terrain.
:*'''Cybertron Triple Changers and Octane''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNJEgFXpuTw] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)#1987 .28The Headmasters.29|The Headmasters]]===
[[Image:Headmasters_Targetmaster_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvJeATp31dw "AUUUUGHHHHHHHH!"]]]
*'''Targetmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vrZQ37l1svI]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Artfire]], [[Ricochet (Headmasters)|Stepper]], [[Crosshairs (G1)|Crosshairs]], [[Sureshot (G1)|Sureshot]] and [[Pointblank|Blanker]] drive through a desert while [[Misfire (G1)|Misfire]] flies overhead. The Cybertrons' [[Targetmaster (technology)|Targetmaster]] partners jump off a nearby cliff to join the Targetmaster Cybertrons, who have transformed.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag promoting [[Pretender]] [[Lander]].
:*'''Targetmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2of_IBzcrts] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Trainbots''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3o2EwUrmr8]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Trainbot]]s zoom along their rails in pairs until all six fly off the rails towards each other to form [[Raiden]].
:*'''Trainbots''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rgj9gY9r1c8] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Headmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pdJ7-BNyo4U]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Chromedome (G1)|Chromedome]] departs from a desert base and meets up with [[Hardhead (G1)|Hardhead]], [[Brainstorm (G1)|Brainstorm]] and [[Highbrow (G1)|Highbrow]]. They head towards the Destron [[Headmaster (technology)|Headmaster]]s [[Skullcruncher (G1)|Skull]], [[Weirdwolf (G1)|Weirdwolf]], and [[Mindwipe (G1)|Wipe]]. Chromedome transforms to robot mode, with his chest panel flipped down to reveal his stats.
:*'''Headmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ezM3eVS9iRg] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Fortress Maximus and Mega Zarak''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KcRuIhnp30]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Scorponok (G1)|Mega Zarak]] walks through the desert in scorpion mode, grabbing [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]] as the latter flies overhead. Fortress Maximus gets himself loose and transforms into robot mode. Zarak remains in scorpion mode and fires ineffectively while Fortress Maximus slashes him with the [[Master Sword]].
:*'''Fortress Maximus and Mega Zarak''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVb1U2WBzc8] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Sixshot''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_8No9I5amY]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Sixshot (G1)|Sixshot]] lands on a planet, then has his various modes counted off.
: ''Notes:'' Strangely enough, the counting is done in English.
:*'''Sixshot''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sT8F9HN0YY0] - Edited down from previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)#1988 .28Super-God Masterforce.29|Super-God Masterforce]]===
[[Image:Metalhawk_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-bi71LG38w Dum dum, dum dum...]]]
*'''Pretenders''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAInPPXjbcY]
: ''Toy segment:'' A set of very large doors swings open to reveal [[Metalhawk (G1)|Metalhawk]], who stomps forward for a bit before being confronted by the Destron Pretenders [[Blood]], [[Dauros]] and [[Gilmer]]. Metalhawk splits from his Pretender shell and swoops down at the Destrons.
:*'''Pretenders''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9S81sj_uOs] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Super Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNffM_wO0_Y]
: ''Toy segment:'' Ginrai drives down a street, only to have Buster and Hydra pop up and take pot shots at him. Ginrai responds by transforming into [[Ginrai (human)|Super Ginrai]] and firing at Buster and Hydra as they fly by.
: ''Notes:'' This commercial takes place in the same area as the previous one. Ginrai apparently has difficulty with moving targets, as he misses at least twice before ''possibly'' landing some shots.
:*'''Super Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZfjiE0X1IA] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''God Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9T-c02PiOM]
: ''Toy segment:'' Ginrai drives out of a city while towing [[Godbomber]], then transforms into [[Ginrai (human)|God Ginrai]] for [[To sell toys|some reason]].
:*'''God Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HLLcDtoYek4] - Edited down from previous commercial.

[[Image:Darkwings_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"We are the terrors that flap in the night! We are the GPS that threatens your Mega Zarak."]]
*'''Buster and Hydra''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJpFShl-i2A]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Hydra (G1)|Hydra]] and [[Buster (G1)|Buster]] pop up on top of skyscraper to see [[Ginrai (human)|Ginrai]] driving down the road. They swoop down in their separate jet modes before combining.

*'''Overlord''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i6Ss8O_dlhY]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Overlord (G1)|Overlord]] tank component rolls through a ruined city while the jet component flies towards the tank component. [[Mega]] and [[Giga]] show up to combine the components into Overlord's robot mode.
:*'''Overlord''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8h6c3WEOrVk] - Edited down from previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Victory (toyline)|Victory]]===
[[Image:Victory_Leo_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Trini, fearless and agile. The Sabertooth Tiger Dinozord will be under your command."]]
*'''Victory Leo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2Jt11bddBw]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Ginrai (robot)|Victory Leo]] runs through a war zone before transforming to robot mode.

*'''Star Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9gms4I3kLA]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Star Saber (G1)|Star Saber]] flies through an icy wasteland before transforming to robot mode.
: ''Notes:'' Some airings of this commercial included an end tag for [[Deathsaurus (G1)|Deszaras]].
:*'''Star Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ahqW2bUSJew] - Edited down from previous commercial.
:*'''Star Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLDPixwU0sY] - Edited down from previous commercial, without Deszaras ending.

*'''Victory Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rr7OirYLFCw]
: ''Toy segment:'' Victory Leo runs through a war zone before transforming to robot mode. Star Saber is there too, and they combine into [[Star Saber (G1)|Victory Saber]].
:*'''Victory Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjOCTcKzmsE] - Edited down from previous commercial.

[[Image:Brainmasters_2_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Brainmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELXsyPBq-9Y]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Blacker]], [[Laster]] and [[Braver]] drive through a desert. Blacker transforms to robot mode, then the trio combines into [[Road Caesar]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[Liokaiser]].

*'''Brainmasters 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyA7lex7OzM]
: ''Toy segment:'' Blacker, Laster and Braver drive through a desert. Laster and Braver screech to a halt, doing a 180 in the process, and transform to robot mode. Blacker flies off some rocks and transforms as well.

*'''Liokaiser & Deszaras''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2rrkmc_zzBQ]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Drillhorn (G1)|Drillhorn]], [[Jallguar]], and [[Killbison]] drive along as Deszaras, [[Guyhawk]], [[Hellbat (G1)|Hellbat]] and [[Leozack]] fly over head. The [[Breastforce]] combine into Liokaiser while Deszaras transforms to robot mode.

===[[Transformers: Zone (toyline)|Zone]]===
[[Image:Dai Atlas Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Dai Atlas''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ffXrwX-EiLo]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpt from ''[[Enter the New Supreme Commander, Dai Atlas!]]'' with [[Micromaster]]s hopping around and [[Dai Atlas (G1)|Dai Atlas]] leaping into the air to transform.
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Erector (G1)|Cragun]] finishes Dai Atlas's construction by installing his <s>[[spark]]</s> batteries. Dai Atlas scoots out of the scaffolding he was under to transform to drill tank mode. He then switches to jet mode before finally converting to base mode. The [[Super Car Patrol Team]] pours out of Dai Atlas while [[Speeder]] spins around on the gun turret like it's a merry-go-round.
: ''Notes:'' [[Missile Bull]] makes a cameo at the beginning of the toy segment.
:*'''Dai Atlas''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iKIWw6YzVf0] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Micromaster Rocket Base''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pvtd7Lwvi4w]
: ''Animation:'' Star Saber points at a huge group of Micromasters.
: ''Toy segment:'' Said group of Micromasters turns real, and the [[Rescue Patrol Team]] transform to their robot modes. [[Moonradar (G1)|Moonradar]] blasts off in the [[Rocket Base]]'s rocket while the remainder of the toy transforms from launching pad to base. [[Sunrunner (G1)|Sunrunner]], despite not having VTOL jets, lands vertically on the helicopter pad while [[Holi]] emerges from a compartment at the base of the rocket. [[Boater]] takes aim from the lower gun turret, and a large Micromaster city is shown complete with Micromasters manning the stations.
:*'''Micromaster Rocket Base''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9j10III9yuE] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Return of Convoy (toyline)|Return of Convoy]]===

*'''Sky Garry''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3M_3oo9cGks]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Sky Garry (G1)|Sky Garry]] flies over Grandus to land on a plateau in front of...Grandus? Sky Garry unloads his cargo of three Micro Trailers, one of which enters Grandus and opens to reveal [[Hubs|Lucas]]. Sky Garry transforms to robot mode.
:*'''Sky Garry''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZ4QVqcRe9o] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

[[Image:Grandus_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"This elevator could use a few windows. First floor, housewares."]]
*'''Grandus''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BysE3o_-ro4]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Grandus (G1)|Grandus]] rolls through a rocky area before opening his front panel to reveal his inner workings. A [[Micro Trailer]] enters a compartment and opens to reveal Lucas. Lucas then rides the elevator up past [[Dropshot (G1)|Dropshot]].

*'''Star Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gH0EznziFns]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Star Convoy]] drives through a rocky desert area, then transforms to base mode. Members of the [[Sixliner|Liner Team]] are seen manning the base and exiting from Micro Trailers before Star Convoy transforms to robot mode.

*'''Sixliner''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4D0z23tKgq0]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[D-Go]], [[Alan (G1)|Alan]], [[Joe (G1)|Joe]], [[Leaf]], [[Night]] and [[Spark (G1)|Spark]] play around in Dai Atlas and Grandus before forming [[Sixliner]].

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Operation Combination (toyline)|Operation Combination]]===
*'''Sixtrain''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b28uD0sm2Kw]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Desire]], [[Atlan]], [[Converter]], [[Raise]], [[San D-Go]] and [[Windy (G1)|Windy]] somehow roll through a rocky area sans rails before forming [[Sixtrain]].

==Beast Wars==
===[[Beast Wars: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Wars]]===
[[Image:BWKabaya Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Rhinox's black period.]]
*'''Kabaya toys''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Th7taJU5NI]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from [[Beast Wars (Part 2)|Beat the Destrons]].
: ''Toy segment:'' Convoy and Rhinox stand together, then face down Megatron. All three transform.

*'''Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers VHS''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/bwjap6.mpg]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from "[[Beast Wars (Part 1)|Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers]]", "[[Beast Wars (Part 2)|Beat the Destrons]]", "[[The Web|Cheetus's Crisis]]", "[[Equal Measures|Operation: Time Bomb Transfer!]]", and "[[The Trigger, Part 2|Floating Island Death Match Part 2]]".
:*'''Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers VHS''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TuFs49ZGsHc] - Keeps some of the excerpts from "Beat the Destrons" and "Cheetus's Crisis" and adds scenes from "[[Power Surge (episode)|The Aerial Mountain Explodes]]".
:*'''Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers VHS''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9NpV68mAtM] - Keeps some excerpts from "Beat the Destrons", "Operation: Time Bomb Transfer!", and "Floating Island Death Match Part 2" and adds an excerpt from "[[Chain of Command (BW)|Convoy Disappeared]]".

[[Image:Japanese BW Deluxes Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Come on Takara, did she have to give up ''that'' easily?]]
*'''Deluxes''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7_UhWEeME4]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of [[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackwidow]] and [[Tigatron]] transforming to robot mode from "[[Double Jeopardy|Kick of the Spider Woman]]" and "[[Fallen Comrades|Solitary Warrior Tigatron]]" respectively.
: ''Toy segment:'' Tigatron and Blackwidow transform and attack each other from neighboring plateaus. [[Rhinox (BW)|Rhinox]], [[Shadow Panther]], [[Wolfang (Maximal)|Howlinger]] and [[Buzz Saw (BW)|Buzz Saw]] also transform and stand on plateaus. All of Takara's Cybertron figures face off against all of Takara's Destrons.
: ''Notes:'' When we say all, we mean all. Convobat stands alongside Ultra Class Convoy while Megaligator stands alongside Megatron. Includes an end tag for the Volcano Showdown playset w/[[Armordillo|Armor]] & [[Snapper]].
:*'''Deluxes''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/bwjap2.mpg] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Home video''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/bwjap7.mpg]
: ''Notes:'' Various clips from the cartoon play as the narrator talks about the home video series.

===[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1998 (Beast Wars II)|Beast Wars II]]===
[[Image:Jointrons Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Prime plays basketball, Motorarm referees American football.]]
*'''Jointrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXMWnkRg7Uo]
: ''Toy segment:'' One at a time, the [[Jointron]]s transform and dance before combining into [[Tripledacus]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[God Neptune]].

*'''Magnaboss and God Neptune''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56BGx8Q7eXY]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Lio Junior]] and [[Lio Convoy|his dad]] stand side by side on a rocky ledge at sunset. [[Santon]] stampedes towards Lio Junior. Santon wiggles his ears and Lio stamps his paw as [[Skywarp (BW)|Skywarp]] lands on a nearby rock and flaps his wings. The trio transform and wave their weapons frantically. God Neptune then shows up, prompting the three Maximals to combine into [[Magnaboss (BWII)|Magnaboss]] in order to take him on.

[[Image:Insectron Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Insectrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0m5DTyXi9Js]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Tonbot]], [[Bigmos]] and [[Mantis]] swoop down and transform. [[Drill Nuts]], [[Powerhug (BW)|Powerhug]], and [[Scissor Boy]] burrow up from under the sand and transform.

*'''Lio Convoy and Galvatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVVcculmnhY]
: ''Toy segment:'' Lio Convoy deploys his mane arsenal as Galvatron blasts through some nearby rock in his drill tank mode. Lio Convoy transforms to robot mode and displays his [[Energon Matrix]]. Galvatron transforms to robot mode and then dragon mode before flying at Lio Convoy. Lio holds him off using his mane's spinning gimmick thing.

*'''Scuba, Tasmania Kid, Big Horn, Apache, Dirge, Thrust, Starscream, BB, Megastorm and Autorollers''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6A_ogqMXp0]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Megastorm]] maneuvers in tank mode. [[Apache]] transforms to robot mode. Megastorm follows suit and then fires at Apache. Apache's response is to raise his weapon in the air while lightning flashes behind him. Big Horn transforms. [[Starscream (BW)|Starscream]] and [[BB]] transform and BB demonstrates his cannon. [[Tasmania Kid]] transforms to robot mode. [[Dirge (BW)|Dirge]] taxis on a runway before transforming. Ikard emerges from a body of water and transforms on land. [[Thrust (BW)|Thrust]] transforms in mid-air. [[Autocrusher]], [[Autojetter]], and [[Autolauncher]] stand together on a desert road not far from a city. [[Autostinger]] rolls up behind them and transforms.

[[Image:Gigastorm Cyborg Beasts & Ikard Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Let me introduce you to my leetle friend!"]]
*'''Gigastorm, Cyborg Beasts and Ikard w/Tako Tank''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1oVJp5tQpZ0]
: ''Toy segment:'' Lio Convoy spins his mane while Galvatron lands in dragon mode. Tonbot, Bigmos and Mantis swoop down. Tripledacus just stands. Magnaboss and God Neptune clash. The [[Tako Tank]] rolls up and squirts water, then transforms to reveal its base mode and [[Ikard]] working the weapons systems. [[Gigascouter]] rolls down a ramp in [[Megastorm|Gigastorm]]'s base mode. Gigastorm transforms to dinosaur mode, stomps around and breathes fire at Ikard and the Tako Tank. [[Starscream (BW)|Hellscream]], [[BB|Max-B]], [[Dirge (BW)|Dirgegun]], and [[Thrust (BW)|Thrustor]] transform.

*'''Beast Wars II: Act 1 & 2 on VHS''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nArJP_7ZS18]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from ''Beast Wars II''.

*'''Sausages 1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VI8EgJgg6Uo]
: ''Notes:'' Advertises special [[Beast Wars II Sausage|sausages]] sold in conjunction with the ''[[Beast Wars Special Super Lifeform Transformers]]'' movie.
:*'''Sausages 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VI8EgJgg6Uo&t=0m15s] - Same as the previous commercial with an added bit about bio cards included with the sausages.

*'''Beast Wars Special Movie''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XI3J9fNA9xo]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of Metals Convoy transforming and firing his Gatling guns, Metals Megatron transforming, Lio Junior running through a forest in lion mode, Galvatron growling (we think), Lio Convoy looking and Lio Convoy and Convoy preparing for battle.

===[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1999 (Beast Wars Neo)|Beast Wars Neo]]===
[[Image:Blendtrons Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|WhY wAsPiNaToR's ShOuLdErS hUrT?]]
*'''[[Blentron]]s & Metals Powered Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=915mseGKiEs]
: ''Animation:'' Brief excepts of Metals Megatron firing at Metals [[Rattrap (BW)|Rattle]] and [[Depth Charge (BW)|Depth Charge]] turning in front of the camera.
: ''Toy segment:'' A hornet (Latolata with his lionfish head replaced by [[Waspinator (BW)|Waspinator]]'s) and a lionfish blend together to become [[Latolata]]. Latolata, [[Elphaorpha]], and [[Drancron]] face off against [[Big Convoy]] and [[Magmatron]]. [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys|Metals Powered Convoy]] raises his weapon.
: ''Notes:'' This commercial is split into two halves, with the first half covering the Blentron toys and the second half featuring Powered Convoy.

*'''Mach Kick and Archadis, Sharp Edge, Bump, Hardhead, Bazooka''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZgXAPyZRaQ]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Archadis]] transforms in mid air. [[Mach Kick]] transforms and attacks Archadis with his tail whip. [[Sharp Edge]] transforms. [[Hardhead (BW)|Hardhead]], [[Bump]] and [[Bazooka (BW)|Bazooka]] all transform.

[[Image:BWNeo Leaders Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Wheeljack said there'd be days like this.]]
*'''Big Convoy and Magmatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyJczPPQ8h4&t=18]
: ''Toy segment:'' Big Convoy and Magmatron face off in a frozen land.
: ''Notes:'' Actual explosion and sparkler effects return to denote damage inflicted on Big Convoy by Magmatron.
:*'''Big Convoy and Magmatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psjOOpsmwVg&t=18] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Sausages''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psjOOpsmwVg&t=0m30s]
: ''Notes:'' Excerpts of Big Convoy from ''[[Super Lifeform Transformers: Beast Wars Neo (cartoon)|Beast Wars Neo]]'' play in the background as the [[Tech Spec]]-type cards included with the sausages are highlighted, including an animation of a tech spec meter. The sausages themselves are shown at the very end.

[[Image:Longrack Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Edward's pet, Geoffrey Scissorhands.]]
*'''Longrack, Guiledart, Colada, and Saberback''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPtrZ2ZMe9w]
: ''Toy segment:'' Longrack transforms and attacks Guiledart with his claw weapon. Guiledart gets loose, transforms and fires at Longrack. Colada transforms, then Saberback transforms. [[Break]], [[Randy (BW)|Randy]], [[Rockbuster]], and [[Stampy (BW)|Stampy]] transform as a group. [[Crazybolt (BW)|Crazybolt]], [[Dead End (BW)|Dead End]], [[Hydra (BW)|Hydra]] and [[Sling (BW)|Sling]] transform as a group too. Stampy transforms into his scissors mode for Longrack to wield.
:*'''Longrack, Guiledart, Colada, and Saberback''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F3g7NATVWlI&t=18] - Edited down from the previous commercial.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[Heinrad (BW)|Heinrad]], highlighting his alarm clock feature.

*'''Cartoon debut promo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6PAdKLLivY]
: ''Animation:'' Not animation per se, but pans are done on stills of Big Convoy by himself, Big Convoy commanding the other [[Maximal]]s, and the Maximals standing together as a group.
: ''Notes:'' This spot advertises the series debut of the ''Beast Wars Neo'' cartoon. "[[Love For Ever: Kimi o Mamoru Tame ni]]", the [[theme song]] for ''Beast Wars Neo'', is used as background music.

===[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1999 (Beast Wars Metals)|Beast Wars Metals]]===
[[Image:Metals Leaders Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Monkey shines.]]
*'''[[Optimus Primal (BW)|Metals Convoy]] and [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]]''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eo-Dj-hZNHI]
: ''Animation:'' Very brief excerpts of a zoom-in on Convoy and Megatron turning his head.
: ''Toy segment:'' Convoy and Megatron transform and face off on a ''TRON''-style grid.
: ''Notes:'' Uses the American Beast Wars theme song as the background music track.

*'''''[[Cutting Edge|Beast Wars Metals: Convoy Daihenshin!]]'' promo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3l7GtvirFKE]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of Megatron waggling his head and firing his tail weapon at Rattle, Depth Charge walking out of the water, a [[Cyber raptor]] turning its body, Blackwidow firing from behind a rock, Rhinox blasting away, Powered Convoy transforming and flying off, and Powered Convoy extending his hand.

*'''''Beast Wars Metals: Convoy Daihenshin!'' promo #2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9m8aJNSZ0fo]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of Metals Convoy sailing in on his hoverboard before transforming, Metals Megatron transforming to flying T-Rex mode and taking off, Metals Rattle racing off, Cheetus, Rhinox and Tigatron witnessing Convoy's transmetalization, and a zoom-in on Megatron.

==[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Car Robots]]==
[[Image:Gigatron Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Car Robot Brothers and Gigatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ez58xax2gSw&t=15s]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Prowl (RID)|Mach Alert]] drives through a tunnel, [[X-Brawn|Wildride]] drives off-road, and [[Side Burn (RID)|Speedbreaker]] is on a street. Mach Alert and Wildride join Speedbreaker, and all three screech to a halt before transforming. Gigatron appears in all six modes at once before facing off with the [[Autobot Brothers|Car Robot Brothers]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for a [[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Brave Maximus]] giveaway.

*'''Super Fire Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZyL5OOXpiI]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Super Fire Convoy]] drives through a [[Global Space Bridge]] tunnel. He transforms to robot mode, then into Super Fire Convoy.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for a [[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Brave Maximus]] giveaway.

*'''Team Shinkansen''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xb3DVLswSPc]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Team Bullet Train|Team Shinkansen]] shoots down the rails before jumping into the air to transform. They combine into [[Rail Racer (RID)|JRX]] to take on [[Megatron (RID)|Gigatron]].

[[Image:Black Convoy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Buildmaster and Black Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYu46LHIDU8]
: ''Toy segment:'' The Buildmaster group works on some construction projects despite not being anywhere near an actual construction site. After they transform to robot mode, [[Scourge (RID)|Black Convoy]] appears. To combat him, the Buildmasters combine into [[Landfill (RID)|Build King]].

*'''God Magnus and Super Car Robot Brothers''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYu46LHIDU8&t=15s]
: ''Toy segment:'' God Magnus, in car carrier mode, carries the three [[Super Mode|super mode]] Car Robot Brothers, who then disembark and transform. God Magnus transforms and fires his machine guns like there's an ammo sale at S-Mart. Fire Convoy then conveniently appears so the two can form [[Omega Prime|God Fire Convoy]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for a postcard drawing for the [[Matrix Blade]].

==[[The Transformers (G1 PS2)|Transformers Tatakai]]==
[[Image:Tatakai_Trailer.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SbI_9GY9dU] (Full version)/[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0edrtrhV3Ng]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of game footage/cut scenes featuring the Destrons attacking the Cybertrons on a bridge on [[Earth]], Convoy opening his chest to reveal the Matrix, a rundown of the transformations and identities of each character, Convoy and Megatron facing off, Chromedome doing a backflip onto his [[Transtector]] body with his stats showing, [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] and [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]] transforming and driving, [[Weirdwolf (G1)|Weirdwolf]] attacking, [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] ejecting one of his tapes, Chromedome being attacked by Weirdwolf, and Galvatron battling Rodimus Convoy.
: ''Notes:'' This trailer has no vocal narration. All text in the trailer is in English, including the Transformers logo. The background music is a heavily remixed version of "[[The Transformers (Theme)]]" from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''. Some uploads of the trailer do not have the segment at the beginning with the text "A.D. 2003. We now return to" followed by the Transformers logo. The words "Coming Soon" and then the Playstation button symbols at the end are also missing from those uploads.
: ''The confrontation of the fate. A battle without an end.''

==[[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)|Legends of the Microns]]==
[[Image:ML Unicron Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|This hand and eye of mine glow with an awesome coordination!]]
*'''Unicron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z86-8vzFnd8&t=7m53s]
: ''Toy segment:'' A number of Transformers, including [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Convoy]] and [[Jetfire (Armada)|Jetfire]], fly towards Unicron, who transforms and makes his fist glow.

*'''Jet Convoy and Shockwave''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z86-8vzFnd8&t=8m08s]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Tidal Wave (Armada)|Shockwave]] flies over Convoy, then transforms and lands between him and [[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]]. Jetfire swoops in from the heavens and gets between Shockwave and Convoy. Shockwave combines with Megatron, prompting Jetfire and Convoy to form Jet Convoy. The two combiners face off.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[Overload (Armada)|Ultra Magnus]].

*'''DVD''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z86-8vzFnd8&t=8m38s]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from the [[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)|''Legends of the Microns'' cartoon]].
: ''Notes:'' [[Tailslide]] is used as an example of the bonus [[Mini-Con]] pack-ins. Features an end tag for the singles for "[[Transformer: Dream Again|TRANSFORMER -Dream Again-]]" and "[[Never Ending Road]]".

*'''Legends of the Microns "Special Secret Video: Strongest Robot Army"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=soEuIWZtXvA]
: A promotional video for the then-upcoming ''Legends of the Microns'' cartoon and toyline. It was released on a VHS tape that came with the February [[2003]] issue of ''[[TV Magazine]]''. Included in the video are profiles on Convoy, Hot Shot, [[Smokescreen (Armada)|Grap]], [[Red Alert (Armada)|Ratchet]], Megatron, [[Demolishor (Armada)|Ironhide]], [[Cyclonus (Armada)|Sandstorm]], and [[Starscream (Armada)|Starscream]]. The profiles consist mainly of their animated transformations and powerlinxing, along with their [[Tech Spec]]s. Profiles are shown for the [[Street Speed Mini-Con Team|Street Speed Microns]], [[Race Mini-Con Team|Race Microns]] and [[Air Defense Mini-Con Team (Armada)|Air Defense Microns]], consisting of their animated transformations, combinations and Tech Specs. The early releases of the [[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|''Legends of the Microns'' toyline]] are shown at the end. The first three [[Columbia Music Entertainment|''Legends of the Microns'' CD singles]] also get a mention at the end of the video.

*'''Legends of the Microns "Special Secret Video: The Enormous Robot Unicron Descends"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7w5gVxaNsoI]
: ''Notes:'' Also known as "The Coming of Unicron", this is a video promoting the appearance of [[Unicron]] in ''Legends of the Microns''. It includes a flashback to ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'' (strangely labeled as being in 1985) and toy commercials for Unicron, Jet Convoy/Shockwave and the ''Legends of the Microns'' DVDs. This video was given away on DVDs to the first 4000 customers to buy ''Legends of the Microns'' toys at [[Toys"R"Us|Toys"R"Us Japan]] stores in September of 2003.

==[[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)|Super Link]]==
[[Image:SL Autobots & Megazarak Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Hey, hey! We're Convoy's flunkies! And 'bots say we flunky around. But we're too busy linking, to put any Destrons down."]]
*'''Inferno, Hot Shot, Roadbuster, & Sky Fire''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L99PdlygmOQ] (MegaZarak end tag) / [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9CQxerRoqGY&t=59] (Landmine end tag) / [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sh1yyxoLYy0] (Galvatron end tag)
: ''Toy segment:'' The four [[Autobot|Cybertrons]] fly/drive along before transforming to robot mode. Hot Shot and Inferno [[Powerlinx|Super Link]] together, as do Roadbuster and Sky Fire. The end tag features either [[Scorponok (Energon)|MegaZarak]], [[Landmine (Energon)|Landmine]], or [[Megatron (Armada)|Galvatron]] transforming.

*'''Grand Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=np_D4EMaC14]
: ''Toy segment:'' Grand Convoy drives along with [[Inferno (Energon)|Inferno]], [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]], [[Ironhide (Energon)|Roadbuster]], and [[Jetfire (Armada)|Sky Fire]]. Grand Convoy leaps off a cliff and transforms to robot mode. He summons the [[Prime Force|Grand Force]] to form the [[Super Mode|Grand Cross]].

*'''Omega Supreme''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97vEz7XlNLE]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Omega Supreme (Energon)|Omega Supreme]] flies through the air and rides the rails before transforming to robot mode and landing near Grand Convoy. The two combine to form Powerlinx Omega Supreme.

*'''Rodimus Convoy''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/anime/sl-cm3.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Rodimus (Energon)|Rodimus Convoy]] powerlinx with [[Prowl (Energon)|Red Alert]], Hot Shot, Roadbuster, Sky Fire, and Inferno.

*'''Wing Saber''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/anime/sl-cm4.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:'' Wing Saber [[Powerlinx|Super Links]] with Grand Convoy to form Wing Convoy. Wing Convoy flies through a large group of [[Terrorcon (Energon)|Terrorcons]] so fast, they miss him and shoot each other.

[[Image:SL Special Secret Video Team Convoy.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Super Link "Special Secret Video: Super Combining Soldiers"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwgMXT0AfS0]
: ''Notes:'' A promotional video for the then-upcoming ''[[Transformers: Energon (franchise)|Super Link]]'' cartoon and toyline. It tells the back story of ''Super Link'' before going into profiles for Grand Convoy, the Grand Cross, Sky Fire, Hot Shot, Inferno, Super Linking, Roadbuster, [[Strongarm (Energon)|Blast Arm]], and [[Kicker Jones|Kicker]]. The Terrorcons and Megazarak also get a mention. The video finishes out with a photo gallery of the some of the earlier ''Super Link'' toy releases. Several pieces of concept art are shown. This video was released on a VHS tape or DVD packaged with the December 2003 issue of ''TV Magazine''.

*'''[[Transformer Superlink: Original Soundtrack Mission I|Original Soundtrack Mission I]]''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ndxw4gWE7cw]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from ''[[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)|Super Link]]''.

*'''[[Interchannel#DVDs|DVDs]]''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqZQyVR5FfY&t=18]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpt of Grand Convoy and the Grand Force forming the Grand Cross.

== [[Robotmasters (franchise)|Robotmasters]] ==
[[Image:Robot Masters commercial.jpg|thumb|200px||When it's laser time put on the 3-D shades!]]
*'''Robotmasters toyline''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/news/video/rm1.wmv], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1RiAUZabq4s]

: ''Animation:'' [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] fights [[Optimus Primal (BW)|Optimus Primal]] as [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]] takes on [[Megatron (BW)|Beast Megatron]]. Megatron's dino head bites Prime on the hand.
: ''Toy segment:'' The Destrons and Cybertrons stand around as the camera pans and cuts, then explosive effects go off around them.
: ''Notes:'' This ad was available on the DVD packed in with RM-01 Convoy and RM-21 Burning Beast Convoy.

*'''Robotmasters toyline 2''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/news/video/rm1.wmv], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3c_QJzzzbGc]
: ''Animation:'' Starscream, Convoy, Beast Convoy and Beast Megatron all strike poses.
: ''Toy segment:'' Megatron transforms amongst the other Destrons. [[Mirage (G1)|Ligier]] and the Cybertrons race toward camera. Convoy and Beast Convoy transform. The entire ''Robotmasters'' toyline stands around while laser effects are superimposed on them.
: ''Notes:'' This ad was available on the DVD packed in with RM-01 Convoy and RM-21 Burning Beast Convoy. Includes an end tag for the [[Fortress Maximus (RID)#Robotmasters 2|Cybertron City]] giveaway contest.

==[[Transformers: Cybertron (cartoon)|Galaxy Force]]==
*'''Cartoon debut promo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T70UQrQaYuE&t=18]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (cartoon)|Galaxy Force]]''.

[[Image:Galaxy Convoy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Galaxy Convoy and Nitro Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CJc0WaV5tsU&t=18]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Galaxy Convoy]] races down a city street with [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Exellion]], [[Overhaul (Cybertron)|Jackshot]] and [[Scattorshot (Cybertron)|Backpack]] and [[Jetfire (Armada)|Dreadlock]] flying overhead. Convoy transforms to robot mode, then [[Super Mode]]. He demonstrates his Force Chip-activated abilities. [[Override (Cybertron)|Nitro Convoy]] transforms.
: ''Notes:'' The Nitro Convoy segment comes from a [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyZRhuuf6Es Takara promotional video].
:*'''Galaxy Convoy and Master Megatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LXidZz5zm0&t=18] - An edited-down version of the previous commercial with the Nitro Convoy segment replaced by a [[Megatron (Armada)|Master Megatron]] segment. The Master Megatron segment comes from the same promo video as the aforementioned Nitro Convoy segment.

*'''Ligerjack & Sonic Bomber''' [http://fantofan.jp/news/video/gfad6.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:''[[Overhaul (Cybertron)|Ligerjack]] transforms to lion mode before forming Liger Convoy with Galaxy Convoy. [[Wing Saber (Energon)|Sonic Bomber]] combines with Galaxy Convoy into Sonic Convoy.
:*'''Ligerjack''' [http://fantofan.jp/news/video/gfad5.wmv] - The Ligerjack portion of the previous commercial.

[[Image:Flame Convoy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Flame Convoy''' [http://fantofan.jp/news/video/gf/gfad4.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Scourge (Cybertron)|Flame Convoy]] stomps on the ground, flips out his extra heads and spews fire before transforming.

*'''"[[Call You... Kimi to Boku no Mirai|CALL YOU... Kimi to Boku no Mirai]]" CD single''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjLqUrWxAis&t=18]
: ''Animation:'' Various ''Galaxy Force'' excerpts, including Galaxy Convoy's [[stock footage]] transformation.

*'''New Show: Transformers Galaxy Force Special Clip''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6e7AhEpGcpc]
: ''Notes:'' A demo reel with test footage of Galaxy Convoy, Master Megatron, Starscream, various Cybertrons, and [[Vector Prime]]. Originally aired on a TV in Takara's booth at the 2004 Tokyo Entertainment Market. The narration and opening theme music was replaced with Lion's rendition of the Transformers [[theme song]] for the video's release on DVD. The DVD was given away via Toys"R"Us Japan stores to the first 10,000 customers purchasing GC-01 Galaxy Convoy in December 2004.

*'''Rise! New Commander Galaxy Convoy!"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvsjngLBR54]
: ''Notes:'' Narrated by Galaxy Convoy, the video starts off by going over the back story for ''Galaxy Force''. Galaxy Convoy then starts profiling his troops [[Landmine (Energon)|Guardshell]], Exillion, Jackshot, and Backpack. He then talks about Earth and the [[Autobot|Cybertrons]]' [[human]] allies, [[Coby Hansen|Coby]], [[Bud Hansen|Bud]], and [[Lori Jiménez|Lori]]. Finally, he discusses the [[Decepticon|Destrons]] Master Megatron, Starscream and [[Thundercracker (Armada)|Thundercracker]]. This video, along with "Toy Introduction" and "Robotmasters Special Footage: [[Fight! The Group of the Strongest Commanders!]]", was released on the ''Galaxy Force'' "Special Secret DVD" packed in with the December 2004 issue of ''TV Magazine''.

*'''Toy Introduction''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T3_qAWkSRYo&t=18]
: ''Notes:'' Galaxy Convoy comments upon the early ''Galaxy Force'' toy releases and urges you to get them from your local toy retailer when they're released. This video, along with "Rise! New Commander Galaxy Convoy!" and "Robotmasters Special Footage: [[Fight! The Group of the Strongest Commanders!]]", was released on the ''Galaxy Force'' "Special Secret DVD" packed in with the December 2004 issue of ''TV Magazine''.

[[Image:GF Secret File Micron Team.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Transformers - Galaxy Force! Secret File!''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=13i8h71iF1g]
: ''Notes:'' Similar to the previous video in that Galaxy Convoy once again describes the back story of ''Galaxy Force'' and profiles his allies and enemies. This time, however, there are additional characters profiled. These include Dreadlock, Vector Prime, the [[Recon Mini-Con Team|Micron Team]], [[Clocker (Cybertron)|Skids]], [[Brakedown (Cybertron)|Autolander]], [[Ransack (Cybertron)|Gasket]], [[Crumplezone (Cybertron)|Landbullet]], Nitro Convoy, [[Snarl (Cybertron)|Fang Wolf]], and Flame Convoy. This video was released along with the "Toy Data File" as a pack-in DVD with the March 2005 issue of ''TV-Kun''.

*'''Toy Data File''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyZRhuuf6Es&t=18]
: ''Notes:'' Galaxy Convoy talks about the abilities of his allies and enemies while their toys demonstrate. Includes Galaxy Convoy, Master Megatron, [[Sideways (Armada)|Noisemaze]], Nitro Convoy, Skids, Autolander, Gasket, Landbullet, [[Dirt Boss (Cybertron)|Inch-Up]], Fang Wolf, [[Undermine (Cybertron)|Dino Shout]], and Flame Convoy. This video was released along with the "Secret File" as a pack-in DVD with the March 2005 issue of ''TV-Kun''.
:''You, go get the ''Transformers Galaxy Force'' toys too!''

==''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]''==
*'''Teaser''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LoJJI5ankhM&t=18]
:Premiered ?? 2007. Same as the English teaser trailer with the text narration and logo switched to Japanese.

[[Image:TF2007 Japanese Trailer 1 Bay & Spielberg.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer #1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FNYrYF-6Es&t=18]
:Premiered ?? 2007. Has an introduction by [[Steven Spielberg]] and [[Michael Bay]] where they speak mostly in English and what Japanese they do speak is not well pronounced. The trailer itself is an edited down (to accommodate the intro no doubt) version of the 1st full length U.S. trailer with the brief scene of [[Sam Witwicky|Sam]] and [[Mikaela Banes|Mikaela]] happening upon a recently crash landed Transformer, every scene between "And Executive Producer Steven Spielberg" and "Most will come to destroy us", and the scene of Sam being questioned by [[Barricade (Movie)|Barricade]] have been removed. The scenes of Sam and Mikaela holding hands and Starscream flying have been flipped. The scenes between [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] jetting and [[Bonecrusher (Movie)|Bonecrusher]] destroying the bus have all been removed except the scene of [[William Lennox|Lennox]] holding [[Jorge Figueroa|Fig]]'s hand. In their place, a scene with [[Scorponok (Movie)|Scorponok]] has been added in. The text narration has been changed to Japanese and Japanese subtitles have been added.

[[Image:TF2007 Transforming Pen Ad.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer #2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXBX7SDF3vA]
:Premiered 26 June 2007. Similar progression of scenes to the first theatrical trailer, but using many new scenes which had not been used in promotional spots up to that point. Features an ad for a Transformers-themed transforming pen at the end of the trailer.

*'''TV spot #1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdtXu9jO6Jg&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. Same as the English language spot "Hidden" with text narration in Japanese. Has the same transforming pen end tag as trailer #2.

[[Image:Movie Blackout SOCCENT.JPG|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Super Event(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yGv0Ycfk-CA]
:Air date ?? July 2007. Same as the English language spot "Everything Changes" with the text narration changed to Japanese. Keeps the English announcer's "Transformers" at the end, albeit with the 's' cut off.
:*'''Super Event(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3XMi8KtWKAU&t=18] - Edited down version of the previous commercial.

*'''Countdown (?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WpS_eLLzwjk&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "What you're about to see, is totally classified." "Dear god, what is this?" "WE'RE UNDER ATTACK!" "We're facing war against a civilization far superior to our own." "Our enemy could take any shape. They could be anywhere." "GO GO GO GO!" "NO NO NO MOVE!" "INCOMING!" "What is that?" "BRING IT!"

*'''Transform(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKBL37awhd8&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "My god." "Cool mom!" Features a clip of Frenzy transforming into Mikaela's cellphone that isn't used in any other promos.
:*'''Transform(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Ni-4eiRM_Q&t=18] - Edited down version of the previous commercial.

*'''Action(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9QH1Y0LPimU&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "My god." Features [[Blackout (Movie)|Blackout]] in [[Mission City]], Scorponok chasing the soldiers, Sam retreating from Barricade, Starscream flying and Sam running from [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]]. Utilizes Linkin Park's "[[What I've Done]]" as background music.

*'''Drama''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3WpTGXC3Zq0]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "We're facing war against a civilization far superior to our own." "Good luck to us all."

[[Image:Steering wheel robot.JPG|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''TV Spot #6''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie08.html]
:Air date ?? July 2007. Has no narration of any kind. Uses a number of scenes not used in other ads including Bumblebee being restrained under [[Hoover Dam]] by [[Sector Seven]], [[Nokia-bot]] knocking itself out, and the [[steering wheel robot]] attacking the socialite.

*'''#1 Movie''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie10.html]
:Air date ?? August 2007. Same as the 15 second version of "Transform" with a caption promote the movie's status as the #1 film in Japan under the opening scenes featuring Frenzy.

*'''#1 Movie version 2''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie11.html]
:Air date ?? August 2007. Same as "Action" with a caption promoting the movie's status as the #1 film in Japan under the scenes of Scorponok chasing the soldiers, Barricade interrogating Sam, Starscream transforming and flying off and Megatron busting through the floor of a building in pursuit of Sam.

*'''#1 Movie version 3''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie12.html]
:Air date ?? August 2007. Same as "Drama" with a caption to promote the movie's status as the #1 film in Japan under the opening scenes.

*'''Transformers: The Game (PS3)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40IodoQRp4E&t=18]
:Air date ?? June 2007. Features clips of Starscream flying under and flipping onto a bridge and the end of [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]]'s first transformation from the [[Transformers (film)|movie]]. Game footage is almost exclusively of fighting or destruction.

[[Image:Core Movie Figures Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Movie toys (Kids)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MlZuLDfOa9I]
: ''Notes:'' This is an edited down and dubbed version of the U.S. "Movie core characters" spot.
:*'''Movie toys (Adult)''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video02.html] - Same as the above commercial but with the "Transformers" sound clip replaced with a similar clip from the Japanese Generation One commercials.

*'''Optimus Prime''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/videosp.html]
: ''Notes:'' The old Japanese "Trans-for-mer!" soundbyte plays before the [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation One]] [[logo]] flips to the movie style logo and scenes from the film are played. Optimus Prime transforms. This was a web only commercial.

*'''Optimus Prime 2''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video03.html]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]] from ''[[The Transformers (cartoon)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!]]''.
: ''Toy segment:'' The "Trans-for-mer!" soundbyte plays before [[Optimus Prime (G1)|G1 Convoy]] transforms next to an inset of his animated Transformation. A [[scene transition]] occurs with the G1 sound effect and the frame flipping to show the movie style logo and a scene from the film. Optimus Prime transforms.
: ''Notes:'' The Optimus Prime transformation is reused from the previous ad. This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

[[Image:TF2007 Bumblebee Japanese Web Ad.jpg|right|200px|thumb|*Yakety Sax plays*]]
*'''Bumblebee''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video04.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumble]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' The Bumble toy is transformed to comedy musical accompaniment before a scene change to 70's Camaro Bumblebee being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

*'''Megatron''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video05.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' The G1 Megatron toy (minus the stock and silencer) is transformed to laid back rock music before a scene change to Movie Megatron being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

*'''Starscream''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video06.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' [[The Transformers Collection]] [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Transformers Collection|version]] of the G1 Starscream toy is transformed to laid back rock music before a scene change to Movie Starscream being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

*'''Autobot Jazz''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video07.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' Meister is transformed to laid back rock music before a scene change to [[Jazz (Movie)|Autobot Jazz]] being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

==''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Transformers: Revenge]]''==
[[Image:rotf-paris.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer 1''' [http://www.tf-revenge.jp/video/]
Premiered ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. teaser trailer but with Japanese text narration and subtitles.

*'''Trailer 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9EyMhtegKoo&t=18]
Premiered 19(?) May 2009. Same as the first full U.S. trailer with Japanese text narration and subtitles.

*'''TV CM1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XjqhJ8AE8eg]
Air date ?? 2009. "It's not over." "BUMBLEBEE!"

[[Image:Ravagerotfteaser.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''TV CM2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AwfJhhq_NeE]
Air date ?? 2009. "You don't stop, you don't hide. You run." "Sam!"

*'''TV CM3''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnWgEIkZn-Q]
Air date ?? 2009. "Aughh!" "Sam!" "WE GOT A WHOLE LOTTA FIGHT COMIN OUR WAY!" "You don't stop, you don't hide. You run."

*'''Web CM1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NqOxzUZtskA]
Online spot released ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. TV spot "Fate" with Japanese subtitles and text narration. Retains the English vocal narration "Transformers. A Michael Bay film."

[[Image:Rotf_t2_egyptpyramids.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Web CM2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nd9E6Om-wto]
Online spot released ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. TV spot "Team Kids" with Japanese subtitles and text narration. The English vocal narration is retained with the line "Only one team... will transform your summer" changed to "Only one team... will transform your world."

*'''Web CM3''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jvMOYAVK3k8]
Online spot released ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. TV Spot "Destiny" with Japanese subtitles and text narration. Retains the English vocal narration at the end.

*'''ROTF on TV Asahi''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2skqfPqKoQ&t=18]
: ''Notes:'' 15 second ad for the ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen]]'' film airing at 10 on TV Asahi. Features [[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]] busting out of Sam's garage and [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]] hanging onto [[Demolishor (ROTF)|Demolishor]]. The narration has had a heavy flanging effect applied to it.
[[Image:Japanese ROTF Toy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]

*'''Movie Characters and Gravity Bots''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rtuvvm2dUok&t=18]
: ''Toy segment:'' Megatron and the Decepticons attack a city. Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] and [[Sideswipe (Movie)|Sideswipe]] roll to the rescue! Optimus Prime transforms and shows off his [[Dual Energon Swords]]. The end segment shows two individuals demonstrating the transformations of [[Gravity Bot]]s Optimus Prime and Bumblebee.
: ''Notes:'' Includes a brief clip from the movie of Bumblebee firing his cannon.
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==[[Transformers Animated (cartoon)#Japanese release|Transformers Animated]]==
*'''15-second commercial''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHz9fIwn6Hg] (March [[2010]])
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 1"
: ''Narration:'' [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus Prime]] ([[Hiroki Takahashi]])
: ''Hello, good children, are all of you well? I am Optimus Prime. I'm an Autobot leader who fights for the sake of protecting peace.'' Transformers Animated ''begins on April 3 at 8am.''

*'''30-second commercial after ''[[Rescue Fire|Tomica Hero: Rescue Fire]]''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s epilogue''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVe33iVGoCk] ([[March 26]], [[2010]])
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 1"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus Prime, [[Bumblebee (Animated)|Bumblebee]] ([[Daisuke Kishio]]), [[Megatron (Animated)|Megatron]] ([[Norio Wakamoto]])
: Bumblebee: *sigh*''Rescue Fire''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s over...
: Optimus: ''Rescue Fire'' sure was fun.
: Bumblebee: I loved Ritsuka-chan.
: Optimus: Everyone, ''Rescue Fire'' may be over, but next week ''Transformers Animated'' starts!
: Bumblebee: You'll all watch, right?
: Megatron: If you don't, I'm haunting your dreams.
: Optimus: It's you, Megatron!
: Megatron: What's the matter, Optimus Prime?
: Bumblebee: What are you here for?!
: Megatron: To promote the show!
: Optimus: Then, just this once, let's shake hands
: Megatron: I refuse. ''Transformers Animated''! Be sure to watch!
: Optimus: That should my line!
: Bumblebee: You'll watch, right?!

{{note|The commercials below are the online previews that differ slightly from their on-air version in terms of what's spoken by whom.}}

*'''''[[Transform and Roll Out|The Heroes Are Called Autobots]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 3]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10269744] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 2"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, [[Bulkhead (Animated)|Ironhide]] ([[Kenta Miyake]])
: Bumblebee: I'm Bumblebee! Oh slag! There's a big monster on the rampage, Ironhide! ("big" = "dekai" でかい or "dekkai" でっかい)
: Ironhide: Big is Hokkaido! Hokkaido is big! (''Dekkaido wa Hokkaidō! Hokkaidō wa dekkaido!'')
: Bumblebee: ''Transformers Animated'' on [[April 10]], Saturday, at 8am!

*'''''[[Transform and Roll Out|Secret of the AllSpark]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 10]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10340849] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 3"
: ''Narration:'' [[Starscream (Animated)|Starscream]] ([[Jin Yamanoi]])

*'''''[[Sound and Fury|The Great Sound Wave Operation]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 17]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10414077] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Sound and Fury]]"
: ''Narration:'' Megatron

*'''''[[The Thrill of the Hunt|Don't Wipe Away the Memories]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 24]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10487880] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[The Thrill of the Hunt]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus

*'''''[[Home Is Where the Spark Is|The Immortal Megatron]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 30]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10565793] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Home Is Where the Spark Is]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus and Ironhide
: Optimus: Try saying "Transformers Animated" very fast!
: Ironhide: Transformers Animated! Transformers Animated! Transformers Animated! Transformers Anima-pukka! Eh-heh...
: Optimus: "Transformers Animated!"
: Ironhide: Said it.

*'''''[[Total Meltdown|Challenge of the Burning Giant]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 7]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10647723] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Total Meltdown]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Meltdown (Animated)|Prometheus Black]] ([[Fumihiko Tachiki]])

*'''''[[Blast from the Past|Birth of the Dinobots!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 15]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10723545] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Blast from the Past]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus

*'''''[[Nanosec (episode)|Trap Time]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 22]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10800404] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Nanosec (episode)|Nanosec]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Nanosec]] ([[Takehito Koyasu]]), Bumblebee, Ratchet

*'''''[[Along Came a Spider|Shadow of the Spider-Woman]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 29]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10878866] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Along Came a Spider]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus

*'''''[[Lost and Found (episode)|Fierce Battle at the Bottom of the Lake]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 5]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10956385] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Lost and Found (episode)|Lost and Found]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Blitzwing (Animated)|Blitzwing]] ([[Yūichi Nagashima]])

*'''''[[Survival of the Fittest|Showdown! Dinobots]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 12]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11038363] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Survival of the Fittest]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Grimlock (Animated)|Grimlock]] ([[Keiji Fujiwara]]), [[Swoop (Animated)|Swoop]] ([[Nobuo Tobita]]), [[Snarl (Animated)|Snarl]]

*'''''[[Headmaster (episode)|Rein in the Headmaster!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 19]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11110782] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Headmaster (episode)|Headmaster]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Sari Sumdac (Animated)|Sari Sumdac]] ([[Satomi Akesaka]]), Bumblebee, Ironhide, Prowl, Ratchet, Optimus Prime

*'''''[[Megatron Rising - Part 1|Megatron's Resurrection, Part 1]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 26]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11187052] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Megatron Rising - Part 1]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Megatron Rising - Part 2|Megatron's Resurrection, Part 2]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 3]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11260494] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Megatron Rising - Part 2]]"
: ''Narration:'' Blitzwing, [[Lugnut (Animated)|Lugnut]] ([[Kentarō Itō]])

*'''''[[The Elite Guard|Elite Guard]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 10]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11336980] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[The Elite Guard]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Sentinel Prime (Animated)|Sentinel]] ([[Junichi Suwabe]]), [[Jazz (Animated)|Jazz]] ([[Hideo Ishikawa]])

*'''''[[The Return of the Headmaster|Headmaster, Once Again!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 17]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11462952] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[The Return of the Headmaster]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Headmaster (Animated)|Henry Masterson]] ([[Kōsuke Okano]])

*'''''[[Mission Accomplished|Blast-Extinguishing Complete!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 24]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11493428] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Mission Accomplished]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, Optimus

*'''''[[Garbage In, Garbage Out|Wreck-Gar's Rampage]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 31]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11576565] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Garbage In, Garbage Out]]"
: ''Narration:'' Ratchet, [[Arcee (Animated)|Arcee]] ([[Ayahi Takagaki]])

*'''''[[Velocity (episode)|Ratings Race!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 7]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11660442] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Velocity (episode)|Velocity]]"
: ''Narration:'' Megatron

*'''''[[A Fistful of Energon|Increasing Enemies]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 14]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11744858] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[A Fistful of Energon]]"
: ''Narration:'' Lugnut, Blitzwing

*'''''[[SUV: Society of Ultimate Villainy|Swindle's Scheme]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 21]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11827215] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[SUV: Society of Ultimate Villainy]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Autoboot Camp|Double Agent]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 28]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11907088] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Autoboot Camp]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Black Friday (episode)|Heart of the Spider-woman]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 4]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11988049] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Black Friday (episode)|Black Friday]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Blackarachnia (Animated)|Blackarachnia]] ([[Ryōka Yuzuki]])

*'''''[[A Bridge Too Close, Part I|Respective Expectations]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 11]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12067298] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[A Bridge Too Close, Part I]]"
: ''Narration:'' Blitzwing, [[Blurr (Animated)|Blurr]] ([[Takahiro Sakurai]])

*'''''[[A Bridge Too Close, Part II|Enormous Power]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 18]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12143967] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[A Bridge Too Close, Part II]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, Ratchet

*'''''[[TransWarped#Part I|Sari's Secret]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 25]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12221102] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[TransWarped#Part I|TransWarped]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus]] [[Tesshō Genda|Prime]], Optimus Prime

*'''''[[TransWarped#Part II|Sari, Transform!?]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 2]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12295088] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[TransWarped#Part II|TransWarped]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee

*'''''[[TransWarped#Part III|Megatron's Invasion]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 9]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12368592] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[TransWarped#Part III|TransWarped]]"
: ''Narration:'' Sentinel, Jazz

*'''''[[Three's a Crowd|The Stubborn Dirt Boss]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 16]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12444511] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Three's a Crowd]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Where Is Thy Sting?|Wasp's Revenge]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 23]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12517851] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Where Is Thy Sting?]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, Ratchet

[[Image:Japanese_Animated_Wave1Toys_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Olé!"]]
*'''First Eleven figures''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MlspqsUXvQg]
: ''Toy segment:'' Optimus Prime and his crew of Autobots race down a city street to confront Megatron, [[Blackarachnia (Animated)|Blackarachnia]], Starscream, and... [[Lockdown (Animated)|Lockdown]]? Again? Then [[Cliffjumper (Animated)|Cliffjumper]] and [[Dirge (Animated)|Dirge]] pop up out of nowhere for the static end shot. Ooookay.

*'''"Animated" airing on {{w|Cartoon Network (Japan)|Cartoon Network Japan}}''' [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10864079] (Account required)
: Commercial for "Transformers Animated" to air on Japan's Cartoon Network starting on [[June 5]], 2010, at 6:30AM and 4:00PM. Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]]."

*'''DVD Vol. 1 Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ZEYECLvVZs]
: Tells the back story of ''Transformers Animated'', linking it to the 2007 movie. Includes footage of the Autobots working on a [[space bridge]] from "[[Transform and Roll Out]]", and the [[Transformers Evo.|Japanese intro]] to the series. Promotion of the Japanese DVD's release on [[August 6]], [[2010]], from [http://dvd.paramount.jp/tfa/ Paramount Japan's site]. Also promotes [[Sega]]'s arcade games "[[Transformers Animated: The Chase]]" and [[Transformers Animated: The Shooting]]", as well the limited mail-away prize gold-plated Deluxe Earth-mode Optimus Prime.
: ''The world will change. The future will be created...''

== [[Transformers United]] ==
*'''Transformers United DVD CM''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EejvhYAGCzE]
: A three minute promo featuring the first ten Transformers United toys. The transformations are shown being done by hand, rather than being filmed in stop motion as they usually are for Japanese commercials.

== [[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (franchise)|Transformers/Dark Side Moon]] ==
*'''MechTech Wars''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ev-uiIy_tmw]
: A promo for the Japanese exclusive [[MechTech Wars]] game. The features of the cards used in the game are highlighted along with ability to use them to play with your computer, cellphone or a game terminal. Some battle footage from the game is shown as well.

== [[Transformers: Prime (franchise)|Transformers: Prime]] ==
*'''Arms Microns''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nzuLjWMkyNU]
: [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]], [[Soundwave (WFC)]] and [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] swoop in to confront [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]], [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]], [[Bulkhead (Prime)|Bulkhead]] and [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] as they drive on a desert road. Megatron transforms and uses [[Gora]] to clash with Optimus Prime and [[O.P.]].
: ''Notes:'' This ad is mostly stop-motion animation using the toys but the fly-in of the Decepticons appears to be CGI.

== [[Transformers GT: Mission GT-R (franchise)|Transformers GT]] ==
*'''"Transformers GT is here!!"''' [https://youtu.be/gv4fu9HhpGY]
{{stub}}

== [[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|Transformers: Lost Age]] ==
{{note|In addition to the Japan only trailer below, there were also Japanese subtitled versions of the English teaser and payoff trailers.}}

*'''Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7SGuehFY9o]
: Uploaded [[April 24]] [[2014]]. Similar to the first Japanese trailer for ''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]'', this one begins with an introduction by a famous American associated with the film. Instead of [[Steven Spielberg]] and [[Michael Bay]], this time it's new lead actor [[Mark Wahlberg]]. Unlike his predecessors, he speaks only English. This is accompanied by Japanese subtitles. The remainder of the trailer is a heavily edited down version of the US trailer with most of the footage unique to that trailer (i.e. the footage not found in the first two US commercials) removed. Notable exceptions are the brief scene with [[Tessa Yeager|Tessa]]'s "Dad, you can't keep spending money on junk" voice over, the pan past [[Lucas Flannery]] to Optimus Prime and the scene of a Stinger transforming in front of Bumblebee.

*'''Overdubbed Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AkoLCH1yXLA]
: Uploaded [[July 3]], 2014. A 48 second mini-trailer using dubbed footage instead of subtitled footage like the first trailer. It is soundtracked with the [[Imagine Dragons]] song "[[Battle Cry]]".

*'''Destroyer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KXTQl-Cn1U]
: Uploaded [[July 1]], 2014 with the [[Commercial/Age of Extinction#TV tie-in Commercials|ESPN "Future of Soccer" ad]]. Uploaded [[July 2]] on it's own. A slightly modified version of the [[Commercial/Age of Extinction#TV spots|English language Destroyer ad]] with Tessa's "Help me!" line removed and the clip of her being caught by Bumblebee extended. This ad has English audio with subtitles.
:*'''Destroyer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_j93fLJxkhQ] (15 sec) - An edited down version of the previous ad.

*'''Desperate Situation''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkjaLWLWhMQ]
: Uploaded [[July 2]], 2014. English audio for the movie clips with Japanese subtitles. "This is not war." "Help me!" "Tessa!" "It's human extinction." "Bumblebee!" "You gotta have faith Prime, maybe not in who we are" "OH MY GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD!" "but who we can be."
:*'''Desperate Situation''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nPPlGYyb5cw] (15 sec) - An edited down version of the previous ad with Japanese audio for the movie clips.

*'''Fate''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrMV03wO-Kc]
: Uploaded July 2, 2014. English audio for the movie clips with Japanese subtitles. "Humans are hunting us, but a greater threat is coming." "He needs our help." "Why are you willing to help me?" "Because you trust me to." "Autobots, roll out!" "Promise me you're gonna keep her safe. Promise me!" "We are all targets now."
:*'''Fate''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLD8Ko8rc3Q] (15 sec) - An edited down version of the previous ad.

*'''Autobot Dispatch!''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QiGX_lSJ-Mo]
:Uploaded [[July 11]], 2014. Uses Japanese audio for the movie clips.

*'''Hurry to Theaters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPgiYmsV3U8]
: Uploaded [[July 22]], 2014. Uses Japanese audio for the movie clips.

*'''Dinosaur Extinction!''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gInzvZ2PCt4]
:Uploaded [[July 27]], 2014. Narration is in Japanese, movie clip audio is in English. "What is that?"

*'''New Dimension 3D''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yS90eyzi01U]
: Uploaded July 27, 2014. "We are all targets now." "They're here."

*'''3D Attraction''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRWM4sXsL9I]
: Uploaded [[August 3]], 2014. Japanese narration with English clips. "Whoa, whoa whoa!" "Bumblebee!"

*'''Movie Advanced Series dio story''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcqwW-G8XUQ]
: Uploaded [[May 20]], 2014. Earth is shown floating in space. This is followed by [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Leader Class toys 5|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Deluxe Class|Classic Bumblebee]] and [[Crosshairs (AOE)#Generations|Crosshairs]] transforming and rolling out from some rocky looking area. The Dinobots, [[Grimlock (AOE)#Voyager Class toys|Grimlock]], [[Slug (AOE)#Generations|Slug]] and [[Scorn#Generations|Scorn]] stomp around a similar looking area until meeting up with the Autobots. The Autobots transform to robot mode, which seems to enrage the Dinobots. The Dinobots charge the Autobots and knock them down. Prime manages to get back up, prompting the Dinobots to transform to robot mode themselves. Prime and Grimlock charge and collide in battle, leading to Optimus delivering a final blow. The blow prompts Grimlock to decide to shake hands with Optimus and be friends. The remainder of the trailer highlights the first seventeen ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (toyline)#Movie Advanced Series|Movie Advanced Series]]'' figures, grouped by movie of origin.

*'''Lost Age Series dio story''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYyChG7lga0]
: Uploaded [[July 9]], [[2014]]. Advertises mostly the One Step Changers, but also [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Age of Extinction|Battle Command Optimus Prime]], [[Grimlock (AOE)#Flip .26 Change|Big Grimlock]], [[Scorn#Robots in Disguise|Battle Attack Scorn]] and [[Strafe (AOE)#Robots in Disguise|Battle Attack Strafe]]. [[Lockdown (ROTF)#OneStepChanger|Lockdown]] is driving down a desert-ish road when he decides to stop and transform. This prompts the Autobots (except for Prime), who were driving the other direction the road, to stop and transform as well. [[Drift (AOE)#OneStepChanger|Drift]], [[Crosshairs (AOE)#OneStepChanger|Crosshairs]], [[Grimlock (AOE)#OneStepChanger|Grimlock]], and [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#OneStepChanger|Bumblebee]] all stand on top of Prime's trailer, which he has deployed into a battle station. The Autobots unleash a massive barrage of gunfire at Lockdown without making a dent. Lockdown returns the favor by blasting away the trailer and all the Autobots save Prime, who's still sitting there in truck mode. Optimus finally transforms and destroys Lockdown with a slash of his sword. The trailer ends with each of first eleven Lost Age Series toys being highlighted.

*'''Lost Age Series''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46xmW47iyfA]
: Uploaded [[July 24]], 2014. Battle Command Optimus Prime is driving along a desert road in the American southwest. Bumblebee and Drift deploy from Prime's trailer so that he can [[to sell toys|transform to robot mode for no real reason whatsoever]]. Bumblebee and Drift then follow suit and transform to their robot modes. This is followed by Hound, who was apparently there the whole time unseen, transforming. Lockdown then transforms on a black grid floating somewhere up in the clouds. Bumblebee then jumps on Prime's back before being replaced by his trailer, which is now in backpack mode. The end shot shows Optimus Prime and all the One Step Changers.

:*'''Lost Age Series (Version 2)'''
:Similar to the commercial above, and it includes an end tag of the Strongest Tag Team set (Battle Command Optimus Prime & High Octane Bumblebee).

== [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 cartoon)|Transformers Adventure]] ==

{{stub|TV spots, Trailers}}

*'''Transformers Adventure series premiere''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzMs8rzjIN4]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Pilot (Part 1)|Beginning of a New Adventure]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] ([[Ryōhei Kimura]])

*'''Transformers Adventure Series'''
: Uploaded [[March 5]], [[2015]].

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*'''Easy Dynamic Series'''
: Uploaded [[March 5]], [[2015]].

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[[File:TAV21-Optimus-Prime-Commercial.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''TAV21 Optimus Prime'''
: Uploaded [[June 30]], [[2015]].

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*'''TAV33 Optimus Prime Supreme Mode arrives!'''
: Uploaded [[October 27]], [[2015]].

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*'''TAV50 Hyper Surge Optimus Prime'''
: Uploaded [[June 14]], [[2016]].

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[[Category:Commercials|Japan]]

==[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (franchise)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]==

*'''Transformers Siege''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6zBL8_YhWE]
: Uploaded [[September 14]], [[2019]].

==''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (franchise)|Transformers: Beast Awakening]]''==

*'''"PUI PUI Molcar" × Movie "Transformers / Beast Awakening" Special Collaboration Video''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWLDMCNy44M]
: Uploaded [[July 7]], [[2023]].

:Earth's Strongest Beast, [[Potato]], joins the fight against the forces of [[Unicron]]!

The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix

2024-04-29T11:02:36Z

Astrobotix:

{{disambig2|the Japanese promotional video|''The Transformers: The Movie''. For the movie itself|The Transformers: The Movie}}
[[Image:Movj.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Don't look directly into the <s>lie</s> light]]
"'''The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix'''" (トランスフォーマー・ザ・ムービー　黙示録　マトリクスよ永遠にー ''Toransufōmā Za Mūbī Mokushiroku Matorikusu yo Eien ni''), popularly known as "'''Matrix Forever'''", is a 20-minute video created to promote the Japanese release of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'' in 1989.

The video includes a preview trailer for the film, a collection of Transformers TV series openings, and some TV commercials for the toys. Also included with the tape was a "Special Data Book" containing a synopsis of the movie, profiles of the American cast, character profiles (including [[Character model|character models]]), details and photographs of the [[Unicron/toys#The_Transformers|Unicron]] prototype toy and profiles of [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s Transformers development team.

A widespread [[Misconceptions and urban legends about Transformers|misconception]] among fans holds that ''The Transformers: The Movie'' itself was retitled ''Matrix Forever'' in Japan.<ref>[http://groups.google.com/group/alt.toys.transformers/msg/a5d29844863d2c29 Message from discussion "Binaltech preview"? Real or fake?]</ref>

<center><gallery>
Image:MatrixForever-cover.jpg|'''VHS Cover'''
Image:MatrixForever-tape.jpg|'''VHS Tape'''
</gallery></center>

==Notes==
*The VHS includes the much-beloved live-action, "[[Commercial/Japan#Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010|Convoy is dead! campaign (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン)]]".

==References==
<references />

==External links==
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YzWT0VOvaFg "Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix" on YouTube]

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Decoy Convoy

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:''Decoy Convoy is from the [[Transformers: Kiss Players (franchise)|Kiss Players]] portion of the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''

'''Decoy Convoy''' (デコイ・コンボイ ''Dekoi Convoy'') was a decoy of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity#Kiss Players|Convoy]] constructed prior to the [[The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix|Convoy Transfer Operation]].

==Fiction==
Because he was hurriedly made in Japan before the original arrived, there are differences such as being younger and taller than the original. {{storylink|Autorooper#AutorooperXAtari|AutorooperXAtari}}

==Notes==
*Decoy Convoy was mentioned in the Encyclopedia included with the AutorooperXAtari release.
*Within the ''Kiss Players''' continuity, the "Convoy Transfer Operation" alludes to the live-action video segment, "[[Commercial/Japan#Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010|Convoy is dead! campaign (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン)]]" included on ''The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix'' VHS, in which "not-[[Tommy Kennedy]]" screams out in anguish as Convoy is airlifted through Japan.

[[Category:Fiction-only Transformers]]
[[Category:Japanese-original Transformers]]

Decoy Convoy

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Astrobotix:

{{faction|edc}}
:''Decoy Convoy is from the [[Transformers: Kiss Players (franchise)|Kiss Players]] portion of the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''

'''Decoy Convoy''' (デコイ・コンボイ ''Dekoi Convoy'') was a decoy of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity#Kiss Players|Convoy]] constructed prior to the [[The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix|Convoy Transfer Operation]].

==Fiction==
Because he was hurriedly made in Japan before the original arrived, there are differences such as being younger and taller than the original. {{storylink|Autorooper#AutorooperXAtari|AutorooperXAtari}}

==Notes==
*Decoy Convoy was mentioned in the Encyclopedia included with the AutorooperXAtari release.
*Within the ''Kiss Players''' continuity, the "Convoy Transfer Operation" alludes to the live-action video segment, "[[Commercial/Japan#Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010|Convoy is dead! campaign (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン)]]" included on the ''The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix'' VHS, in which "not-[[Tommy Kennedy]]" screams out in anguish as Convoy is airlifted through Japan.

[[Category:Fiction-only Transformers]]
[[Category:Japanese-original Transformers]]

Commercial/Japan

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[[Image:ScrambleCityCommercialBattle.jpg|right|300px|thumb|The toy battle of your childhood dreams.]]
The uniqueness of American [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation 1]] Transformers commercials helped the line become a cultural phenomenon in the U.S. By contrast, [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s G1 commercials, or "'''CM'''"s, were considerably more generic. Commercials for ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers]]'' and ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 (toyline)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010]]'' have a distinctive Gregorian style "Trans-for-mer" chant at the end of them, but there was not much else to set them apart from other mecha toy commercials. They made use of the same type of stop motion animation that was used not only in commercials for Takara's Transformers predecessors ''[[Micro Change]]'' and ''[[Diaclone]]'' but for various other mecha toys including ''{{w|Gundam}}'', ''{{w|Voltron|GoLion}}'', and even as far back as 1975 for ''{{w|Himitsu Sentai Goranger}}''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s toyline. The stop motion style of commercial is still used by TakaraTomy as evidenced by the advertising for ''[[Transformers Animated (toyline)|Transformers Animated]]''.

Curiously, Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers and Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 commercials (even some of those not re-using US commercial footage) made use of several variations of the US [[theme song]]s, despite the fact that said theme songs were not used for the Japanese dubs of the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|cartoon]]. A few variants were even recorded specifically for the Japanese commercials, such as the one used in the first Airbots and Stuntrons ad. Later on, ''[[Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers|Beast Wars]]'' and ''[[Super Lifeform Transformers: Beast Wars Metals (franchise)|Beast Wars Metals]]'' ads would also make use of the theme song from their American counterpart.

Historically, Takara's advertising strategy has been to cover the entire toyline in some way, shape or form. This has resulted in some commercials where the toys get the bum's rush, staying on screen just long enough to show off both modes. The Beast Era has several egregious examples, in particular one ad that covers Scuba, Tasmania Kid, Big Horn, Apache, Dirge, Thrust, Starscream, BB, Megastorm and all four Autorollers for a grand total of thirteen toys! The whole line philosophy has been maintained as recently as the ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Car Robots]]'' line.

In addition to toy commercials, Takara has also advertised via promotional videos, which occasionally offered as magazine or DVD extras, that tease an upcoming series or give supplemental information. Commercials for [[Japanese themes|music singles and soundtracks]] for the various series have also aired on TV, possibly as early as ''[[Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers|Beast Wars]]''. And of course there's the commercials for ''Beast Wars'' [[Beast Wars II Sausage|sausages]]. [[Beast Wars Neo Sausage|Really]]. We wouldn't lie to you.

==Generation 1==

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (franchise)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers]]===
[[Image:Japanese_1985_Toyline_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Class of '85]]
*'''Toyline''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhQAEoxLx3A]
: ''Toy segment:'' A presumably crystal castle of unknown location and origin, holding [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]] trapped within, dissolves into thin air. Somewhere else, the [[Autobot|Cybertron]] forces spread apart to reveal a rising and not-dissolved Convoy. The [[Decepticon|Destron]] forces do the same for [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]. [[Skywarp (G1)|Warp]] and [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]] fire shots which collide in a midair explosion.
: ''Notes:'' A red [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumble]] and yellow [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliff]] are used.

*'''Convoy & Megatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ip1DDdgBoSk]
: ''Notes:'' This is a dubbed version of the American ad with some of the animation removed. The theme song is undubbed.
:*'''Convoy & Megatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQFKYlBjWDc] - Edited-down version of the previous commercial.

*'''Secret Emblem''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S02wWba6ICc]
: ''Notes:'' Uses clips from the American [[rubsign]] ad (with some reordering) mixed with clips from the "Toyline" commercial.

[[Image:Dinobots_and_Buildrons_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Dinobots & Buildrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BnE7s4SiZgY]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] and [[Constructicon (G1)|Buildtrons]] square off on an ice planet in the middle of a solar eclipse.

*'''Laserwave''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yU7W-GniMuQ]
: ''Notes:'' This commercial is the [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave/Laserwave]] segments of the U.S. "Jetfire & Shockwave" ad dubbed over. Naturally, the [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]] segments were dropped due to Takara's legal inability to sell the [[Bandai]]-owned Jetfire mold in the Japanese market. Includes an end tag for the [[Devastator (G1)|Devastor giftset]].

*'''Soundwave''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eICgREXfI0Y]
: ''Notes:'' Same as the U.S. [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] ad with the narration and kids dubbed over.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010 (franchise)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers 2010]]===
*'''[[Kabaya]] Standard kits''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQIKMSakKo8]
: ''Toy segment:'' Kits for [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]], [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]], and [[Blitzwing (G1)|Blitzwing]] are shown stop-motion transforming. Shots of the [[Blaster (G1)|Broadcast]], [[Frenzy (G1)|Frenzy]], [[Ravage (G1)|Jaguar]] and [[Silverbolt (G1)|Silverbolt]] kits in one mode fade into shots of their other mode.
: ''Notes:'' The Jaguar kit is shown in flipped colors that are accurate to the original toy instead of the final production colors.

*'''Airbots & Stuntrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-wNbtmI-OUw]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Aerialbot (G1)|Airbots]] take off from [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroflex]] and fly over a desert. They all transform to robot mode and then combine into Superion. [[Fireflight (G1)|Firebolt]] and [[Air Raid (G1)|Air Rider]] disconnect, rotate diagonally around [[Superion (G1)|Superion]]'s torso, and then reconnect as his right arm and left leg, respectively. Meanwhile, the [[Stunticon (G1)|Stuntrons]] have been driving in the desert below. They too transform to robot mode before combining into [[Menasor (G1)|Menasor]]. [[Dead End (G1)|Dead End]] and [[Drag Strip (G1)|Drag Stripe]] disconnect and rotate around Menasor's torso to become his left and right arm, respectively.
:''Scramble Power!''
:*'''Airbots & Stuntrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4j5LOYF5qhY] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Airbots & Stuntrons 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3kuIs4qHPus]
: ''Notes:'' Combines animation and footage from the U.S. Stunticons and Aerialbots commercial with footage from the Airbots and Stuntrons ad, along with a new clip of the Stuntrons designed to be a parallel to the segment where squares flip to reveal the individual Airbots.

[[Image:Magnus_and_Galvatron_Japanese_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|For red eyes, Clear Eyes is awesome.]]
*'''Ultra Magnus & Galvatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZC7nvSDY8Y]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] drives through the desert carrying Silverbolt while [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] fires on him from an overlooking cliff in cannon mode. Silverbolt takes off from Magnus's trailer, prompting Galvatron to transform to robot mode. Ultra Magnus transforms just in time to receive a REALLY ineffective flying clothesline from Galvatron.
: ''Notes:'' This is the same desert in which the previous commercial took place. Whatever celestial body this desert is on, it's in very close proximity to a ringed planet. Galvatron's cannon blasts are marked by explosions occurring near Magnus, accompanied by laser blast sounds from the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|cartoon]]. There's also a lighting effect that seems to have an external source, rather than Galvatron's own light-up gimmick. Ultra Magnus's eyes light up red despite the toy not having that ability.
:*'''Ultra Magnus & Galvatron''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/sc5.mpg] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Ultra Magnus & Galvatron 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0HD_DM2TrMg]
: ''Notes:'' Combines the animation from the U.S. Ultra Magnus and Galvatron commercial with toy footage from the first Japanese ad. The scene of Galvatron firing on Magnus has had a visual laser effect added to it.

*'''Convoy is dead! campaign (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン)''' aka '''2010 debut promo?''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEWF48ZGHWE]
: Several helicopters lift the sparking corpse of Convoy above a city. Down below, a distinctly non-Asian-looking crowd of onlookers chant his name. This leads to a teary-eyed and equally non-Asian-looking boy yelling "Convoy!" Silhouettes of [[Hot Rod (G1)|Rodimus Convoy]] and other 2010 toys are shown. The end looks like it indicates it will begin airing sometime in November of that year. The campaign spot was later included on the ''[[The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix]]'' VHS.
:*'''Convoy is dead! campaign (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン)''' aka '''2010 debut promo?''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CzrGRA_xw2o] - Edited down from the previous commercial.
:*'''Convoy is dead! campaign (コンポイが死んだ!キャンペーン)''' aka '''2010 debut promo?''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3739snUos4k] - A slightly different ending which looks like it gives a specific airing date of November 14th of that year

*'''Rodimus Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0rMnIf4ugvE]
: ''Animation:'' Rodimus Convoy vs Galvatron from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''.
: ''Toy segment:'' Rodimus Convoy drives through a canyon before transforming to face off with Galvatron in front of [[Kup (G1)|Cher]].
: ''Notes:'' The animation in this commercial is quite likely the first time ever that any part of the movie had been publicly shown in Japan.
:*'''Rodimus Convoy'''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fA9A8cuM9s4] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

[[Image:Animatrons_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Thunder, thunder, thunder, thunder CATS!]]
*'''Animatrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9a8nhvWixo8]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the U.S. Predacons commercial.
: ''Toy segment:'' A [[Unicron|ginormous]] Galvatron looms over the [[Decepticon|Destron]] forces. He then fires at the [[Autobot|Cybertron]] emblem from the [[scene transition]], destroying it. The [[Predacon (G1)|Animatrons]] transform from their animal modes to their robot modes and then combine into [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]].
:*'''Animatrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzFdRRXafgs] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Metroflex''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vt0eoAsDA1w]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobot]]s are shown departing from Metroflex's desert location. Elsewhere in the desert, the [[Combaticon (G1)|Combatrons]] are roaming around. Both teams combine and display their [[Scramble Power]] before meeting up with Superion and Menasor. Metroflex transforms to his mobile battle station mode and then robot mode. His shadow is seen looming over the [[combiner]]s before he rises in full view behind [[Slammer]], [[Scamper]] and [[Six-Gun]].
:*'''Metroflex''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0Iaoy8rOaY] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Metroflex, Airbots & Stuntrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDL6llPKk0M]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the American Aerialbots and Stunticons ad and the Metroplex/Combaticons ad.
: ''Toy segment:'' Scenes of Metroflex transforming and rising up, reused from the previous ad.

*'''Metroflex & Dinosaurer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_hzEGFYXSM]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the American Protectobots/Trypticon ad and the Metroplex/Combaticons ad.
: ''Toy segment:'' Metroflex transforming and rising, reused from the Metroflex ad, and a montage of Dinosaurer's various modes, reused from the American ad.
: ''Notes:'' Both versions of this ad finish with an end tag for a [[decoy|Transformers board game]].
:*'''Metroflex & Dinosaurer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ltfg62cuubQ] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

[[Image:Japanese_Watch_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|''Watch'' this!]]
*'''Watches''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7JsM3B7vOQQ]
: ''Animation:'' Reused from the U.S. ads for Ultra Magnus & Galvatron and Aerialbots & Stunticons.
: ''Toy segment:'' An [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Generation 1 2|Ultra Magnus watch]] appears on the wrist of an unknown human individual. The human subsequently flips the watch into its robot mode. Watches for [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Generation 1 2|Galvatron]] and then [[Superion (G1)#Merchandise|Superion]] have their transformations demonstrated.

*'''Scramble City line''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFExuvTTyq0]
: ''Toy segment:'' Metroflex rises up from somewhere to join Slammer, Scamper and Six-Gun. Cut to a shot where we pan up to see [[Trypticon (G1)|Dinosaurer]] sitting in city mode on a plateau. After cuts to shots of Dinosaurer's dinosaur and mobile battle station modes, we see Ultra Magnus's eyes glowing red. Galvatron transforms and performs a weak flying clothesline. Superion and Menasor face off, then Bruticus and [[Defensor (G1)|Guardian]] demonstrate their Scramble Power. Menasor and Bruticus go to meet up somewhere before returning to take on Superion and Guardian. The Cybertron forces stand in a row to face off against the Destrons, who are also standing in a line, as [[Laserbeak (G1)|Condor]] and [[Buzzsaw (G1)|Buzzsaw]] swoop overhead. The whole scene is rather surreal, as the toys stand there statically while explosions go off all around them.
: ''Notes:'' An instrumental version of [[Transformer (song)|"Transformer"]] plays in the background.

*'''[[Transformers: Mystery of Convoy]] game''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_lHEfl5oPI]
: ''Notes:'' Combines animation from the U.S. Ultra Magnus toy commercial with actual game footage.

*'''Cybertron Triple Changers and Octane''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XB8VbWlccwM]
: ''Animation:'' Sandstorm and Broadside transforming, reused from the American ad; excerpt of Springer transforming from robot to helicopter taken from ''The Transformers: The Movie''.
: ''Toy segment:'' Springer flies, then drives over rocky terrain before transforming. Broadside and Sandstorm transform via split-screen slide show, then join up with Springer. Octane flies, then drives through a different rocky terrain and then transforms. All four cycle through their modes on yet another type of rocky terrain.
:*'''Cybertron Triple Changers and Octane''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNJEgFXpuTw] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)#1987 .28The Headmasters.29|The Headmasters]]===
[[Image:Headmasters_Targetmaster_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvJeATp31dw "AUUUUGHHHHHHHH!"]]]
*'''Targetmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vrZQ37l1svI]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Artfire]], [[Ricochet (Headmasters)|Stepper]], [[Crosshairs (G1)|Crosshairs]], [[Sureshot (G1)|Sureshot]] and [[Pointblank|Blanker]] drive through a desert while [[Misfire (G1)|Misfire]] flies overhead. The Cybertrons' [[Targetmaster (technology)|Targetmaster]] partners jump off a nearby cliff to join the Targetmaster Cybertrons, who have transformed.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag promoting [[Pretender]] [[Lander]].
:*'''Targetmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2of_IBzcrts] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Trainbots''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3o2EwUrmr8]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Trainbot]]s zoom along their rails in pairs until all six fly off the rails towards each other to form [[Raiden]].
:*'''Trainbots''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rgj9gY9r1c8] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Headmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pdJ7-BNyo4U]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Chromedome (G1)|Chromedome]] departs from a desert base and meets up with [[Hardhead (G1)|Hardhead]], [[Brainstorm (G1)|Brainstorm]] and [[Highbrow (G1)|Highbrow]]. They head towards the Destron [[Headmaster (technology)|Headmaster]]s [[Skullcruncher (G1)|Skull]], [[Weirdwolf (G1)|Weirdwolf]], and [[Mindwipe (G1)|Wipe]]. Chromedome transforms to robot mode, with his chest panel flipped down to reveal his stats.
:*'''Headmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ezM3eVS9iRg] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Fortress Maximus and Mega Zarak''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KcRuIhnp30]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Scorponok (G1)|Mega Zarak]] walks through the desert in scorpion mode, grabbing [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]] as the latter flies overhead. Fortress Maximus gets himself loose and transforms into robot mode. Zarak remains in scorpion mode and fires ineffectively while Fortress Maximus slashes him with the [[Master Sword]].
:*'''Fortress Maximus and Mega Zarak''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVb1U2WBzc8] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Sixshot''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_8No9I5amY]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Sixshot (G1)|Sixshot]] lands on a planet, then has his various modes counted off.
: ''Notes:'' Strangely enough, the counting is done in English.
:*'''Sixshot''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sT8F9HN0YY0] - Edited down from previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)#1988 .28Super-God Masterforce.29|Super-God Masterforce]]===
[[Image:Metalhawk_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-bi71LG38w Dum dum, dum dum...]]]
*'''Pretenders''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAInPPXjbcY]
: ''Toy segment:'' A set of very large doors swings open to reveal [[Metalhawk (G1)|Metalhawk]], who stomps forward for a bit before being confronted by the Destron Pretenders [[Blood]], [[Dauros]] and [[Gilmer]]. Metalhawk splits from his Pretender shell and swoops down at the Destrons.
:*'''Pretenders''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9S81sj_uOs] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''Super Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNffM_wO0_Y]
: ''Toy segment:'' Ginrai drives down a street, only to have Buster and Hydra pop up and take pot shots at him. Ginrai responds by transforming into [[Ginrai (human)|Super Ginrai]] and firing at Buster and Hydra as they fly by.
: ''Notes:'' This commercial takes place in the same area as the previous one. Ginrai apparently has difficulty with moving targets, as he misses at least twice before ''possibly'' landing some shots.
:*'''Super Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZfjiE0X1IA] - Edited down from previous commercial.

*'''God Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9T-c02PiOM]
: ''Toy segment:'' Ginrai drives out of a city while towing [[Godbomber]], then transforms into [[Ginrai (human)|God Ginrai]] for [[To sell toys|some reason]].
:*'''God Ginrai''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HLLcDtoYek4] - Edited down from previous commercial.

[[Image:Darkwings_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"We are the terrors that flap in the night! We are the GPS that threatens your Mega Zarak."]]
*'''Buster and Hydra''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJpFShl-i2A]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Hydra (G1)|Hydra]] and [[Buster (G1)|Buster]] pop up on top of skyscraper to see [[Ginrai (human)|Ginrai]] driving down the road. They swoop down in their separate jet modes before combining.

*'''Overlord''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i6Ss8O_dlhY]
: ''Toy segment:'' The [[Overlord (G1)|Overlord]] tank component rolls through a ruined city while the jet component flies towards the tank component. [[Mega]] and [[Giga]] show up to combine the components into Overlord's robot mode.
:*'''Overlord''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8h6c3WEOrVk] - Edited down from previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Victory (toyline)|Victory]]===
[[Image:Victory_Leo_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Trini, fearless and agile. The Sabertooth Tiger Dinozord will be under your command."]]
*'''Victory Leo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2Jt11bddBw]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Ginrai (robot)|Victory Leo]] runs through a war zone before transforming to robot mode.

*'''Star Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9gms4I3kLA]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Star Saber (G1)|Star Saber]] flies through an icy wasteland before transforming to robot mode.
: ''Notes:'' Some airings of this commercial included an end tag for [[Deathsaurus (G1)|Deszaras]].
:*'''Star Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ahqW2bUSJew] - Edited down from previous commercial.
:*'''Star Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLDPixwU0sY] - Edited down from previous commercial, without Deszaras ending.

*'''Victory Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rr7OirYLFCw]
: ''Toy segment:'' Victory Leo runs through a war zone before transforming to robot mode. Star Saber is there too, and they combine into [[Star Saber (G1)|Victory Saber]].
:*'''Victory Saber''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjOCTcKzmsE] - Edited down from previous commercial.

[[Image:Brainmasters_2_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Brainmasters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELXsyPBq-9Y]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Blacker]], [[Laster]] and [[Braver]] drive through a desert. Blacker transforms to robot mode, then the trio combines into [[Road Caesar]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[Liokaiser]].

*'''Brainmasters 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyA7lex7OzM]
: ''Toy segment:'' Blacker, Laster and Braver drive through a desert. Laster and Braver screech to a halt, doing a 180 in the process, and transform to robot mode. Blacker flies off some rocks and transforms as well.

*'''Liokaiser & Deszaras''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2rrkmc_zzBQ]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Drillhorn (G1)|Drillhorn]], [[Jallguar]], and [[Killbison]] drive along as Deszaras, [[Guyhawk]], [[Hellbat (G1)|Hellbat]] and [[Leozack]] fly over head. The [[Breastforce]] combine into Liokaiser while Deszaras transforms to robot mode.

===[[Transformers: Zone (toyline)|Zone]]===
[[Image:Dai Atlas Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Dai Atlas''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ffXrwX-EiLo]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpt from ''[[Enter the New Supreme Commander, Dai Atlas!]]'' with [[Micromaster]]s hopping around and [[Dai Atlas (G1)|Dai Atlas]] leaping into the air to transform.
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Erector (G1)|Cragun]] finishes Dai Atlas's construction by installing his <s>[[spark]]</s> batteries. Dai Atlas scoots out of the scaffolding he was under to transform to drill tank mode. He then switches to jet mode before finally converting to base mode. The [[Super Car Patrol Team]] pours out of Dai Atlas while [[Speeder]] spins around on the gun turret like it's a merry-go-round.
: ''Notes:'' [[Missile Bull]] makes a cameo at the beginning of the toy segment.
:*'''Dai Atlas''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iKIWw6YzVf0] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Micromaster Rocket Base''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pvtd7Lwvi4w]
: ''Animation:'' Star Saber points at a huge group of Micromasters.
: ''Toy segment:'' Said group of Micromasters turns real, and the [[Rescue Patrol Team]] transform to their robot modes. [[Moonradar (G1)|Moonradar]] blasts off in the [[Rocket Base]]'s rocket while the remainder of the toy transforms from launching pad to base. [[Sunrunner (G1)|Sunrunner]], despite not having VTOL jets, lands vertically on the helicopter pad while [[Holi]] emerges from a compartment at the base of the rocket. [[Boater]] takes aim from the lower gun turret, and a large Micromaster city is shown complete with Micromasters manning the stations.
:*'''Micromaster Rocket Base''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9j10III9yuE] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Return of Convoy (toyline)|Return of Convoy]]===

*'''Sky Garry''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3M_3oo9cGks]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Sky Garry (G1)|Sky Garry]] flies over Grandus to land on a plateau in front of...Grandus? Sky Garry unloads his cargo of three Micro Trailers, one of which enters Grandus and opens to reveal [[Hubs|Lucas]]. Sky Garry transforms to robot mode.
:*'''Sky Garry''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZ4QVqcRe9o] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

[[Image:Grandus_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"This elevator could use a few windows. First floor, housewares."]]
*'''Grandus''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BysE3o_-ro4]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Grandus (G1)|Grandus]] rolls through a rocky area before opening his front panel to reveal his inner workings. A [[Micro Trailer]] enters a compartment and opens to reveal Lucas. Lucas then rides the elevator up past [[Dropshot (G1)|Dropshot]].

*'''Star Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gH0EznziFns]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Star Convoy]] drives through a rocky desert area, then transforms to base mode. Members of the [[Sixliner|Liner Team]] are seen manning the base and exiting from Micro Trailers before Star Convoy transforms to robot mode.

*'''Sixliner''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4D0z23tKgq0]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[D-Go]], [[Alan (G1)|Alan]], [[Joe (G1)|Joe]], [[Leaf]], [[Night]] and [[Spark (G1)|Spark]] play around in Dai Atlas and Grandus before forming [[Sixliner]].

===[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Operation Combination (toyline)|Operation Combination]]===
*'''Sixtrain''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b28uD0sm2Kw]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Desire]], [[Atlan]], [[Converter]], [[Raise]], [[San D-Go]] and [[Windy (G1)|Windy]] somehow roll through a rocky area sans rails before forming [[Sixtrain]].

==Beast Wars==
===[[Beast Wars: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Wars]]===
[[Image:BWKabaya Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Rhinox's black period.]]
*'''Kabaya toys''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Th7taJU5NI]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from [[Beast Wars (Part 2)|Beat the Destrons]].
: ''Toy segment:'' Convoy and Rhinox stand together, then face down Megatron. All three transform.

*'''Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers VHS''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/bwjap6.mpg]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from "[[Beast Wars (Part 1)|Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers]]", "[[Beast Wars (Part 2)|Beat the Destrons]]", "[[The Web|Cheetus's Crisis]]", "[[Equal Measures|Operation: Time Bomb Transfer!]]", and "[[The Trigger, Part 2|Floating Island Death Match Part 2]]".
:*'''Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers VHS''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TuFs49ZGsHc] - Keeps some of the excerpts from "Beat the Destrons" and "Cheetus's Crisis" and adds scenes from "[[Power Surge (episode)|The Aerial Mountain Explodes]]".
:*'''Enter the Super Lifeform Transformers VHS''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9NpV68mAtM] - Keeps some excerpts from "Beat the Destrons", "Operation: Time Bomb Transfer!", and "Floating Island Death Match Part 2" and adds an excerpt from "[[Chain of Command (BW)|Convoy Disappeared]]".

[[Image:Japanese BW Deluxes Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Come on Takara, did she have to give up ''that'' easily?]]
*'''Deluxes''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7_UhWEeME4]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of [[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackwidow]] and [[Tigatron]] transforming to robot mode from "[[Double Jeopardy|Kick of the Spider Woman]]" and "[[Fallen Comrades|Solitary Warrior Tigatron]]" respectively.
: ''Toy segment:'' Tigatron and Blackwidow transform and attack each other from neighboring plateaus. [[Rhinox (BW)|Rhinox]], [[Shadow Panther]], [[Wolfang (Maximal)|Howlinger]] and [[Buzz Saw (BW)|Buzz Saw]] also transform and stand on plateaus. All of Takara's Cybertron figures face off against all of Takara's Destrons.
: ''Notes:'' When we say all, we mean all. Convobat stands alongside Ultra Class Convoy while Megaligator stands alongside Megatron. Includes an end tag for the Volcano Showdown playset w/[[Armordillo|Armor]] & [[Snapper]].
:*'''Deluxes''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/bwjap2.mpg] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Home video''' [http://movies.tfarchive.com/movies/Commercials/Japanese/bwjap7.mpg]
: ''Notes:'' Various clips from the cartoon play as the narrator talks about the home video series.

===[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1998 (Beast Wars II)|Beast Wars II]]===
[[Image:Jointrons Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Prime plays basketball, Motorarm referees American football.]]
*'''Jointrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXMWnkRg7Uo]
: ''Toy segment:'' One at a time, the [[Jointron]]s transform and dance before combining into [[Tripledacus]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[God Neptune]].

*'''Magnaboss and God Neptune''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56BGx8Q7eXY]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Lio Junior]] and [[Lio Convoy|his dad]] stand side by side on a rocky ledge at sunset. [[Santon]] stampedes towards Lio Junior. Santon wiggles his ears and Lio stamps his paw as [[Skywarp (BW)|Skywarp]] lands on a nearby rock and flaps his wings. The trio transform and wave their weapons frantically. God Neptune then shows up, prompting the three Maximals to combine into [[Magnaboss (BWII)|Magnaboss]] in order to take him on.

[[Image:Insectron Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Insectrons''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0m5DTyXi9Js]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Tonbot]], [[Bigmos]] and [[Mantis]] swoop down and transform. [[Drill Nuts]], [[Powerhug (BW)|Powerhug]], and [[Scissor Boy]] burrow up from under the sand and transform.

*'''Lio Convoy and Galvatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVVcculmnhY]
: ''Toy segment:'' Lio Convoy deploys his mane arsenal as Galvatron blasts through some nearby rock in his drill tank mode. Lio Convoy transforms to robot mode and displays his [[Energon Matrix]]. Galvatron transforms to robot mode and then dragon mode before flying at Lio Convoy. Lio holds him off using his mane's spinning gimmick thing.

*'''Scuba, Tasmania Kid, Big Horn, Apache, Dirge, Thrust, Starscream, BB, Megastorm and Autorollers''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6A_ogqMXp0]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Megastorm]] maneuvers in tank mode. [[Apache]] transforms to robot mode. Megastorm follows suit and then fires at Apache. Apache's response is to raise his weapon in the air while lightning flashes behind him. Big Horn transforms. [[Starscream (BW)|Starscream]] and [[BB]] transform and BB demonstrates his cannon. [[Tasmania Kid]] transforms to robot mode. [[Dirge (BW)|Dirge]] taxis on a runway before transforming. Ikard emerges from a body of water and transforms on land. [[Thrust (BW)|Thrust]] transforms in mid-air. [[Autocrusher]], [[Autojetter]], and [[Autolauncher]] stand together on a desert road not far from a city. [[Autostinger]] rolls up behind them and transforms.

[[Image:Gigastorm Cyborg Beasts & Ikard Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Let me introduce you to my leetle friend!"]]
*'''Gigastorm, Cyborg Beasts and Ikard w/Tako Tank''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1oVJp5tQpZ0]
: ''Toy segment:'' Lio Convoy spins his mane while Galvatron lands in dragon mode. Tonbot, Bigmos and Mantis swoop down. Tripledacus just stands. Magnaboss and God Neptune clash. The [[Tako Tank]] rolls up and squirts water, then transforms to reveal its base mode and [[Ikard]] working the weapons systems. [[Gigascouter]] rolls down a ramp in [[Megastorm|Gigastorm]]'s base mode. Gigastorm transforms to dinosaur mode, stomps around and breathes fire at Ikard and the Tako Tank. [[Starscream (BW)|Hellscream]], [[BB|Max-B]], [[Dirge (BW)|Dirgegun]], and [[Thrust (BW)|Thrustor]] transform.

*'''Beast Wars II: Act 1 & 2 on VHS''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nArJP_7ZS18]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from ''Beast Wars II''.

*'''Sausages 1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VI8EgJgg6Uo]
: ''Notes:'' Advertises special [[Beast Wars II Sausage|sausages]] sold in conjunction with the ''[[Beast Wars Special Super Lifeform Transformers]]'' movie.
:*'''Sausages 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VI8EgJgg6Uo&t=0m15s] - Same as the previous commercial with an added bit about bio cards included with the sausages.

*'''Beast Wars Special Movie''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XI3J9fNA9xo]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of Metals Convoy transforming and firing his Gatling guns, Metals Megatron transforming, Lio Junior running through a forest in lion mode, Galvatron growling (we think), Lio Convoy looking and Lio Convoy and Convoy preparing for battle.

===[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1999 (Beast Wars Neo)|Beast Wars Neo]]===
[[Image:Blendtrons Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|WhY wAsPiNaToR's ShOuLdErS hUrT?]]
*'''[[Blentron]]s & Metals Powered Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=915mseGKiEs]
: ''Animation:'' Brief excepts of Metals Megatron firing at Metals [[Rattrap (BW)|Rattle]] and [[Depth Charge (BW)|Depth Charge]] turning in front of the camera.
: ''Toy segment:'' A hornet (Latolata with his lionfish head replaced by [[Waspinator (BW)|Waspinator]]'s) and a lionfish blend together to become [[Latolata]]. Latolata, [[Elphaorpha]], and [[Drancron]] face off against [[Big Convoy]] and [[Magmatron]]. [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys|Metals Powered Convoy]] raises his weapon.
: ''Notes:'' This commercial is split into two halves, with the first half covering the Blentron toys and the second half featuring Powered Convoy.

*'''Mach Kick and Archadis, Sharp Edge, Bump, Hardhead, Bazooka''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZgXAPyZRaQ]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Archadis]] transforms in mid air. [[Mach Kick]] transforms and attacks Archadis with his tail whip. [[Sharp Edge]] transforms. [[Hardhead (BW)|Hardhead]], [[Bump]] and [[Bazooka (BW)|Bazooka]] all transform.

[[Image:BWNeo Leaders Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Wheeljack said there'd be days like this.]]
*'''Big Convoy and Magmatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyJczPPQ8h4&t=18]
: ''Toy segment:'' Big Convoy and Magmatron face off in a frozen land.
: ''Notes:'' Actual explosion and sparkler effects return to denote damage inflicted on Big Convoy by Magmatron.
:*'''Big Convoy and Magmatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psjOOpsmwVg&t=18] - Edited down from the previous commercial.

*'''Sausages''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psjOOpsmwVg&t=0m30s]
: ''Notes:'' Excerpts of Big Convoy from ''[[Super Lifeform Transformers: Beast Wars Neo (cartoon)|Beast Wars Neo]]'' play in the background as the [[Tech Spec]]-type cards included with the sausages are highlighted, including an animation of a tech spec meter. The sausages themselves are shown at the very end.

[[Image:Longrack Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Edward's pet, Geoffrey Scissorhands.]]
*'''Longrack, Guiledart, Colada, and Saberback''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPtrZ2ZMe9w]
: ''Toy segment:'' Longrack transforms and attacks Guiledart with his claw weapon. Guiledart gets loose, transforms and fires at Longrack. Colada transforms, then Saberback transforms. [[Break]], [[Randy (BW)|Randy]], [[Rockbuster]], and [[Stampy (BW)|Stampy]] transform as a group. [[Crazybolt (BW)|Crazybolt]], [[Dead End (BW)|Dead End]], [[Hydra (BW)|Hydra]] and [[Sling (BW)|Sling]] transform as a group too. Stampy transforms into his scissors mode for Longrack to wield.
:*'''Longrack, Guiledart, Colada, and Saberback''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F3g7NATVWlI&t=18] - Edited down from the previous commercial.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[Heinrad (BW)|Heinrad]], highlighting his alarm clock feature.

*'''Cartoon debut promo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6PAdKLLivY]
: ''Animation:'' Not animation per se, but pans are done on stills of Big Convoy by himself, Big Convoy commanding the other [[Maximal]]s, and the Maximals standing together as a group.
: ''Notes:'' This spot advertises the series debut of the ''Beast Wars Neo'' cartoon. "[[Love For Ever: Kimi o Mamoru Tame ni]]", the [[theme song]] for ''Beast Wars Neo'', is used as background music.

===[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1999 (Beast Wars Metals)|Beast Wars Metals]]===
[[Image:Metals Leaders Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Monkey shines.]]
*'''[[Optimus Primal (BW)|Metals Convoy]] and [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]]''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eo-Dj-hZNHI]
: ''Animation:'' Very brief excerpts of a zoom-in on Convoy and Megatron turning his head.
: ''Toy segment:'' Convoy and Megatron transform and face off on a ''TRON''-style grid.
: ''Notes:'' Uses the American Beast Wars theme song as the background music track.

*'''''[[Cutting Edge|Beast Wars Metals: Convoy Daihenshin!]]'' promo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3l7GtvirFKE]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of Megatron waggling his head and firing his tail weapon at Rattle, Depth Charge walking out of the water, a [[Cyber raptor]] turning its body, Blackwidow firing from behind a rock, Rhinox blasting away, Powered Convoy transforming and flying off, and Powered Convoy extending his hand.

*'''''Beast Wars Metals: Convoy Daihenshin!'' promo #2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9m8aJNSZ0fo]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of Metals Convoy sailing in on his hoverboard before transforming, Metals Megatron transforming to flying T-Rex mode and taking off, Metals Rattle racing off, Cheetus, Rhinox and Tigatron witnessing Convoy's transmetalization, and a zoom-in on Megatron.

==[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Car Robots]]==
[[Image:Gigatron Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Car Robot Brothers and Gigatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ez58xax2gSw&t=15s]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Prowl (RID)|Mach Alert]] drives through a tunnel, [[X-Brawn|Wildride]] drives off-road, and [[Side Burn (RID)|Speedbreaker]] is on a street. Mach Alert and Wildride join Speedbreaker, and all three screech to a halt before transforming. Gigatron appears in all six modes at once before facing off with the [[Autobot Brothers|Car Robot Brothers]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for a [[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Brave Maximus]] giveaway.

*'''Super Fire Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZyL5OOXpiI]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Super Fire Convoy]] drives through a [[Global Space Bridge]] tunnel. He transforms to robot mode, then into Super Fire Convoy.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for a [[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Brave Maximus]] giveaway.

*'''Team Shinkansen''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xb3DVLswSPc]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Team Bullet Train|Team Shinkansen]] shoots down the rails before jumping into the air to transform. They combine into [[Rail Racer (RID)|JRX]] to take on [[Megatron (RID)|Gigatron]].

[[Image:Black Convoy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Buildmaster and Black Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYu46LHIDU8]
: ''Toy segment:'' The Buildmaster group works on some construction projects despite not being anywhere near an actual construction site. After they transform to robot mode, [[Scourge (RID)|Black Convoy]] appears. To combat him, the Buildmasters combine into [[Landfill (RID)|Build King]].

*'''God Magnus and Super Car Robot Brothers''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYu46LHIDU8&t=15s]
: ''Toy segment:'' God Magnus, in car carrier mode, carries the three [[Super Mode|super mode]] Car Robot Brothers, who then disembark and transform. God Magnus transforms and fires his machine guns like there's an ammo sale at S-Mart. Fire Convoy then conveniently appears so the two can form [[Omega Prime|God Fire Convoy]].
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for a postcard drawing for the [[Matrix Blade]].

==[[The Transformers (G1 PS2)|Transformers Tatakai]]==
[[Image:Tatakai_Trailer.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SbI_9GY9dU] (Full version)/[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0edrtrhV3Ng]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of game footage/cut scenes featuring the Destrons attacking the Cybertrons on a bridge on [[Earth]], Convoy opening his chest to reveal the Matrix, a rundown of the transformations and identities of each character, Convoy and Megatron facing off, Chromedome doing a backflip onto his [[Transtector]] body with his stats showing, [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] and [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]] transforming and driving, [[Weirdwolf (G1)|Weirdwolf]] attacking, [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] ejecting one of his tapes, Chromedome being attacked by Weirdwolf, and Galvatron battling Rodimus Convoy.
: ''Notes:'' This trailer has no vocal narration. All text in the trailer is in English, including the Transformers logo. The background music is a heavily remixed version of "[[The Transformers (Theme)]]" from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''. Some uploads of the trailer do not have the segment at the beginning with the text "A.D. 2003. We now return to" followed by the Transformers logo. The words "Coming Soon" and then the Playstation button symbols at the end are also missing from those uploads.
: ''The confrontation of the fate. A battle without an end.''

==[[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)|Legends of the Microns]]==
[[Image:ML Unicron Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|This hand and eye of mine glow with an awesome coordination!]]
*'''Unicron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z86-8vzFnd8&t=7m53s]
: ''Toy segment:'' A number of Transformers, including [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Convoy]] and [[Jetfire (Armada)|Jetfire]], fly towards Unicron, who transforms and makes his fist glow.

*'''Jet Convoy and Shockwave''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z86-8vzFnd8&t=8m08s]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Tidal Wave (Armada)|Shockwave]] flies over Convoy, then transforms and lands between him and [[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]]. Jetfire swoops in from the heavens and gets between Shockwave and Convoy. Shockwave combines with Megatron, prompting Jetfire and Convoy to form Jet Convoy. The two combiners face off.
: ''Notes:'' Includes an end tag for [[Overload (Armada)|Ultra Magnus]].

*'''DVD''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z86-8vzFnd8&t=8m38s]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from the [[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)|''Legends of the Microns'' cartoon]].
: ''Notes:'' [[Tailslide]] is used as an example of the bonus [[Mini-Con]] pack-ins. Features an end tag for the singles for "[[Transformer: Dream Again|TRANSFORMER -Dream Again-]]" and "[[Never Ending Road]]".

*'''Legends of the Microns "Special Secret Video: Strongest Robot Army"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=soEuIWZtXvA]
: A promotional video for the then-upcoming ''Legends of the Microns'' cartoon and toyline. It was released on a VHS tape that came with the February [[2003]] issue of ''[[TV Magazine]]''. Included in the video are profiles on Convoy, Hot Shot, [[Smokescreen (Armada)|Grap]], [[Red Alert (Armada)|Ratchet]], Megatron, [[Demolishor (Armada)|Ironhide]], [[Cyclonus (Armada)|Sandstorm]], and [[Starscream (Armada)|Starscream]]. The profiles consist mainly of their animated transformations and powerlinxing, along with their [[Tech Spec]]s. Profiles are shown for the [[Street Speed Mini-Con Team|Street Speed Microns]], [[Race Mini-Con Team|Race Microns]] and [[Air Defense Mini-Con Team (Armada)|Air Defense Microns]], consisting of their animated transformations, combinations and Tech Specs. The early releases of the [[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|''Legends of the Microns'' toyline]] are shown at the end. The first three [[Columbia Music Entertainment|''Legends of the Microns'' CD singles]] also get a mention at the end of the video.

*'''Legends of the Microns "Special Secret Video: The Enormous Robot Unicron Descends"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7w5gVxaNsoI]
: ''Notes:'' Also known as "The Coming of Unicron", this is a video promoting the appearance of [[Unicron]] in ''Legends of the Microns''. It includes a flashback to ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'' (strangely labeled as being in 1985) and toy commercials for Unicron, Jet Convoy/Shockwave and the ''Legends of the Microns'' DVDs. This video was given away on DVDs to the first 4000 customers to buy ''Legends of the Microns'' toys at [[Toys"R"Us|Toys"R"Us Japan]] stores in September of 2003.

==[[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)|Super Link]]==
[[Image:SL Autobots & Megazarak Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Hey, hey! We're Convoy's flunkies! And 'bots say we flunky around. But we're too busy linking, to put any Destrons down."]]
*'''Inferno, Hot Shot, Roadbuster, & Sky Fire''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L99PdlygmOQ] (MegaZarak end tag) / [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9CQxerRoqGY&t=59] (Landmine end tag) / [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sh1yyxoLYy0] (Galvatron end tag)
: ''Toy segment:'' The four [[Autobot|Cybertrons]] fly/drive along before transforming to robot mode. Hot Shot and Inferno [[Powerlinx|Super Link]] together, as do Roadbuster and Sky Fire. The end tag features either [[Scorponok (Energon)|MegaZarak]], [[Landmine (Energon)|Landmine]], or [[Megatron (Armada)|Galvatron]] transforming.

*'''Grand Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=np_D4EMaC14]
: ''Toy segment:'' Grand Convoy drives along with [[Inferno (Energon)|Inferno]], [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]], [[Ironhide (Energon)|Roadbuster]], and [[Jetfire (Armada)|Sky Fire]]. Grand Convoy leaps off a cliff and transforms to robot mode. He summons the [[Prime Force|Grand Force]] to form the [[Super Mode|Grand Cross]].

*'''Omega Supreme''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97vEz7XlNLE]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Omega Supreme (Energon)|Omega Supreme]] flies through the air and rides the rails before transforming to robot mode and landing near Grand Convoy. The two combine to form Powerlinx Omega Supreme.

*'''Rodimus Convoy''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/anime/sl-cm3.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Rodimus (Energon)|Rodimus Convoy]] powerlinx with [[Prowl (Energon)|Red Alert]], Hot Shot, Roadbuster, Sky Fire, and Inferno.

*'''Wing Saber''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/anime/sl-cm4.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:'' Wing Saber [[Powerlinx|Super Links]] with Grand Convoy to form Wing Convoy. Wing Convoy flies through a large group of [[Terrorcon (Energon)|Terrorcons]] so fast, they miss him and shoot each other.

[[Image:SL Special Secret Video Team Convoy.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Super Link "Special Secret Video: Super Combining Soldiers"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwgMXT0AfS0]
: ''Notes:'' A promotional video for the then-upcoming ''[[Transformers: Energon (franchise)|Super Link]]'' cartoon and toyline. It tells the back story of ''Super Link'' before going into profiles for Grand Convoy, the Grand Cross, Sky Fire, Hot Shot, Inferno, Super Linking, Roadbuster, [[Strongarm (Energon)|Blast Arm]], and [[Kicker Jones|Kicker]]. The Terrorcons and Megazarak also get a mention. The video finishes out with a photo gallery of the some of the earlier ''Super Link'' toy releases. Several pieces of concept art are shown. This video was released on a VHS tape or DVD packaged with the December 2003 issue of ''TV Magazine''.

*'''[[Transformer Superlink: Original Soundtrack Mission I|Original Soundtrack Mission I]]''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ndxw4gWE7cw]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from ''[[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)|Super Link]]''.

*'''[[Interchannel#DVDs|DVDs]]''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqZQyVR5FfY&t=18]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpt of Grand Convoy and the Grand Force forming the Grand Cross.

== [[Robotmasters (franchise)|Robotmasters]] ==
[[Image:Robot Masters commercial.jpg|thumb|200px||When it's laser time put on the 3-D shades!]]
*'''Robotmasters toyline''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/news/video/rm1.wmv], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1RiAUZabq4s]

: ''Animation:'' [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] fights [[Optimus Primal (BW)|Optimus Primal]] as [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]] takes on [[Megatron (BW)|Beast Megatron]]. Megatron's dino head bites Prime on the hand.
: ''Toy segment:'' The Destrons and Cybertrons stand around as the camera pans and cuts, then explosive effects go off around them.
: ''Notes:'' This ad was available on the DVD packed in with RM-01 Convoy and RM-21 Burning Beast Convoy.

*'''Robotmasters toyline 2''' [http://www.fantofan.jp/news/video/rm1.wmv], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3c_QJzzzbGc]
: ''Animation:'' Starscream, Convoy, Beast Convoy and Beast Megatron all strike poses.
: ''Toy segment:'' Megatron transforms amongst the other Destrons. [[Mirage (G1)|Ligier]] and the Cybertrons race toward camera. Convoy and Beast Convoy transform. The entire ''Robotmasters'' toyline stands around while laser effects are superimposed on them.
: ''Notes:'' This ad was available on the DVD packed in with RM-01 Convoy and RM-21 Burning Beast Convoy. Includes an end tag for the [[Fortress Maximus (RID)#Robotmasters 2|Cybertron City]] giveaway contest.

==[[Transformers: Cybertron (cartoon)|Galaxy Force]]==
*'''Cartoon debut promo''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T70UQrQaYuE&t=18]
: ''Animation:'' Various excerpts from ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (cartoon)|Galaxy Force]]''.

[[Image:Galaxy Convoy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Galaxy Convoy and Nitro Convoy''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CJc0WaV5tsU&t=18]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Galaxy Convoy]] races down a city street with [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Exellion]], [[Overhaul (Cybertron)|Jackshot]] and [[Scattorshot (Cybertron)|Backpack]] and [[Jetfire (Armada)|Dreadlock]] flying overhead. Convoy transforms to robot mode, then [[Super Mode]]. He demonstrates his Force Chip-activated abilities. [[Override (Cybertron)|Nitro Convoy]] transforms.
: ''Notes:'' The Nitro Convoy segment comes from a [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyZRhuuf6Es Takara promotional video].
:*'''Galaxy Convoy and Master Megatron''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LXidZz5zm0&t=18] - An edited-down version of the previous commercial with the Nitro Convoy segment replaced by a [[Megatron (Armada)|Master Megatron]] segment. The Master Megatron segment comes from the same promo video as the aforementioned Nitro Convoy segment.

*'''Ligerjack & Sonic Bomber''' [http://fantofan.jp/news/video/gfad6.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:''[[Overhaul (Cybertron)|Ligerjack]] transforms to lion mode before forming Liger Convoy with Galaxy Convoy. [[Wing Saber (Energon)|Sonic Bomber]] combines with Galaxy Convoy into Sonic Convoy.
:*'''Ligerjack''' [http://fantofan.jp/news/video/gfad5.wmv] - The Ligerjack portion of the previous commercial.

[[Image:Flame Convoy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Flame Convoy''' [http://fantofan.jp/news/video/gf/gfad4.wmv]
: ''Toy segment:'' [[Scourge (Cybertron)|Flame Convoy]] stomps on the ground, flips out his extra heads and spews fire before transforming.

*'''"[[Call You... Kimi to Boku no Mirai|CALL YOU... Kimi to Boku no Mirai]]" CD single''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjLqUrWxAis&t=18]
: ''Animation:'' Various ''Galaxy Force'' excerpts, including Galaxy Convoy's [[stock footage]] transformation.

*'''New Show: Transformers Galaxy Force Special Clip''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6e7AhEpGcpc]
: ''Notes:'' A demo reel with test footage of Galaxy Convoy, Master Megatron, Starscream, various Cybertrons, and [[Vector Prime]]. Originally aired on a TV in Takara's booth at the 2004 Tokyo Entertainment Market. The narration and opening theme music was replaced with Lion's rendition of the Transformers [[theme song]] for the video's release on DVD. The DVD was given away via Toys"R"Us Japan stores to the first 10,000 customers purchasing GC-01 Galaxy Convoy in December 2004.

*'''Rise! New Commander Galaxy Convoy!"''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvsjngLBR54]
: ''Notes:'' Narrated by Galaxy Convoy, the video starts off by going over the back story for ''Galaxy Force''. Galaxy Convoy then starts profiling his troops [[Landmine (Energon)|Guardshell]], Exillion, Jackshot, and Backpack. He then talks about Earth and the [[Autobot|Cybertrons]]' [[human]] allies, [[Coby Hansen|Coby]], [[Bud Hansen|Bud]], and [[Lori Jiménez|Lori]]. Finally, he discusses the [[Decepticon|Destrons]] Master Megatron, Starscream and [[Thundercracker (Armada)|Thundercracker]]. This video, along with "Toy Introduction" and "Robotmasters Special Footage: [[Fight! The Group of the Strongest Commanders!]]", was released on the ''Galaxy Force'' "Special Secret DVD" packed in with the December 2004 issue of ''TV Magazine''.

*'''Toy Introduction''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T3_qAWkSRYo&t=18]
: ''Notes:'' Galaxy Convoy comments upon the early ''Galaxy Force'' toy releases and urges you to get them from your local toy retailer when they're released. This video, along with "Rise! New Commander Galaxy Convoy!" and "Robotmasters Special Footage: [[Fight! The Group of the Strongest Commanders!]]", was released on the ''Galaxy Force'' "Special Secret DVD" packed in with the December 2004 issue of ''TV Magazine''.

[[Image:GF Secret File Micron Team.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Transformers - Galaxy Force! Secret File!''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=13i8h71iF1g]
: ''Notes:'' Similar to the previous video in that Galaxy Convoy once again describes the back story of ''Galaxy Force'' and profiles his allies and enemies. This time, however, there are additional characters profiled. These include Dreadlock, Vector Prime, the [[Recon Mini-Con Team|Micron Team]], [[Clocker (Cybertron)|Skids]], [[Brakedown (Cybertron)|Autolander]], [[Ransack (Cybertron)|Gasket]], [[Crumplezone (Cybertron)|Landbullet]], Nitro Convoy, [[Snarl (Cybertron)|Fang Wolf]], and Flame Convoy. This video was released along with the "Toy Data File" as a pack-in DVD with the March 2005 issue of ''TV-Kun''.

*'''Toy Data File''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyZRhuuf6Es&t=18]
: ''Notes:'' Galaxy Convoy talks about the abilities of his allies and enemies while their toys demonstrate. Includes Galaxy Convoy, Master Megatron, [[Sideways (Armada)|Noisemaze]], Nitro Convoy, Skids, Autolander, Gasket, Landbullet, [[Dirt Boss (Cybertron)|Inch-Up]], Fang Wolf, [[Undermine (Cybertron)|Dino Shout]], and Flame Convoy. This video was released along with the "Secret File" as a pack-in DVD with the March 2005 issue of ''TV-Kun''.
:''You, go get the ''Transformers Galaxy Force'' toys too!''

==''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]''==
*'''Teaser''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LoJJI5ankhM&t=18]
:Premiered ?? 2007. Same as the English teaser trailer with the text narration and logo switched to Japanese.

[[Image:TF2007 Japanese Trailer 1 Bay & Spielberg.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer #1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FNYrYF-6Es&t=18]
:Premiered ?? 2007. Has an introduction by [[Steven Spielberg]] and [[Michael Bay]] where they speak mostly in English and what Japanese they do speak is not well pronounced. The trailer itself is an edited down (to accommodate the intro no doubt) version of the 1st full length U.S. trailer with the brief scene of [[Sam Witwicky|Sam]] and [[Mikaela Banes|Mikaela]] happening upon a recently crash landed Transformer, every scene between "And Executive Producer Steven Spielberg" and "Most will come to destroy us", and the scene of Sam being questioned by [[Barricade (Movie)|Barricade]] have been removed. The scenes of Sam and Mikaela holding hands and Starscream flying have been flipped. The scenes between [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] jetting and [[Bonecrusher (Movie)|Bonecrusher]] destroying the bus have all been removed except the scene of [[William Lennox|Lennox]] holding [[Jorge Figueroa|Fig]]'s hand. In their place, a scene with [[Scorponok (Movie)|Scorponok]] has been added in. The text narration has been changed to Japanese and Japanese subtitles have been added.

[[Image:TF2007 Transforming Pen Ad.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer #2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXBX7SDF3vA]
:Premiered 26 June 2007. Similar progression of scenes to the first theatrical trailer, but using many new scenes which had not been used in promotional spots up to that point. Features an ad for a Transformers-themed transforming pen at the end of the trailer.

*'''TV spot #1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdtXu9jO6Jg&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. Same as the English language spot "Hidden" with text narration in Japanese. Has the same transforming pen end tag as trailer #2.

[[Image:Movie Blackout SOCCENT.JPG|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Super Event(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yGv0Ycfk-CA]
:Air date ?? July 2007. Same as the English language spot "Everything Changes" with the text narration changed to Japanese. Keeps the English announcer's "Transformers" at the end, albeit with the 's' cut off.
:*'''Super Event(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3XMi8KtWKAU&t=18] - Edited down version of the previous commercial.

*'''Countdown (?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WpS_eLLzwjk&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "What you're about to see, is totally classified." "Dear god, what is this?" "WE'RE UNDER ATTACK!" "We're facing war against a civilization far superior to our own." "Our enemy could take any shape. They could be anywhere." "GO GO GO GO!" "NO NO NO MOVE!" "INCOMING!" "What is that?" "BRING IT!"

*'''Transform(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKBL37awhd8&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "My god." "Cool mom!" Features a clip of Frenzy transforming into Mikaela's cellphone that isn't used in any other promos.
:*'''Transform(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Ni-4eiRM_Q&t=18] - Edited down version of the previous commercial.

*'''Action(?)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9QH1Y0LPimU&t=18]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "My god." Features [[Blackout (Movie)|Blackout]] in [[Mission City]], Scorponok chasing the soldiers, Sam retreating from Barricade, Starscream flying and Sam running from [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]]. Utilizes Linkin Park's "[[What I've Done]]" as background music.

*'''Drama''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3WpTGXC3Zq0]
:Air date ?? July 2007. "We're facing war against a civilization far superior to our own." "Good luck to us all."

[[Image:Steering wheel robot.JPG|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''TV Spot #6''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie08.html]
:Air date ?? July 2007. Has no narration of any kind. Uses a number of scenes not used in other ads including Bumblebee being restrained under [[Hoover Dam]] by [[Sector Seven]], [[Nokia-bot]] knocking itself out, and the [[steering wheel robot]] attacking the socialite.

*'''#1 Movie''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie10.html]
:Air date ?? August 2007. Same as the 15 second version of "Transform" with a caption promote the movie's status as the #1 film in Japan under the opening scenes featuring Frenzy.

*'''#1 Movie version 2''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie11.html]
:Air date ?? August 2007. Same as "Action" with a caption promoting the movie's status as the #1 film in Japan under the scenes of Scorponok chasing the soldiers, Barricade interrogating Sam, Starscream transforming and flying off and Megatron busting through the floor of a building in pursuit of Sam.

*'''#1 Movie version 3''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/movie12.html]
:Air date ?? August 2007. Same as "Drama" with a caption to promote the movie's status as the #1 film in Japan under the opening scenes.

*'''Transformers: The Game (PS3)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40IodoQRp4E&t=18]
:Air date ?? June 2007. Features clips of Starscream flying under and flipping onto a bridge and the end of [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]]'s first transformation from the [[Transformers (film)|movie]]. Game footage is almost exclusively of fighting or destruction.

[[Image:Core Movie Figures Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]
*'''Movie toys (Kids)''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MlZuLDfOa9I]
: ''Notes:'' This is an edited down and dubbed version of the U.S. "Movie core characters" spot.
:*'''Movie toys (Adult)''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video02.html] - Same as the above commercial but with the "Transformers" sound clip replaced with a similar clip from the Japanese Generation One commercials.

*'''Optimus Prime''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/videosp.html]
: ''Notes:'' The old Japanese "Trans-for-mer!" soundbyte plays before the [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation One]] [[logo]] flips to the movie style logo and scenes from the film are played. Optimus Prime transforms. This was a web only commercial.

*'''Optimus Prime 2''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video03.html]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts of [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]] from ''[[The Transformers (cartoon)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!]]''.
: ''Toy segment:'' The "Trans-for-mer!" soundbyte plays before [[Optimus Prime (G1)|G1 Convoy]] transforms next to an inset of his animated Transformation. A [[scene transition]] occurs with the G1 sound effect and the frame flipping to show the movie style logo and a scene from the film. Optimus Prime transforms.
: ''Notes:'' The Optimus Prime transformation is reused from the previous ad. This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

[[Image:TF2007 Bumblebee Japanese Web Ad.jpg|right|200px|thumb|*Yakety Sax plays*]]
*'''Bumblebee''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video04.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumble]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' The Bumble toy is transformed to comedy musical accompaniment before a scene change to 70's Camaro Bumblebee being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

*'''Megatron''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video05.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' The G1 Megatron toy (minus the stock and silencer) is transformed to laid back rock music before a scene change to Movie Megatron being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

*'''Starscream''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video06.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' [[The Transformers Collection]] [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Transformers Collection|version]] of the G1 Starscream toy is transformed to laid back rock music before a scene change to Movie Starscream being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

*'''Autobot Jazz''' [http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/TF/video/video07.html]
: ''Animation:'' Clips of [[Jazz (G1)|Meister]] from ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers!''.
: ''Toy segment:'' Meister is transformed to laid back rock music before a scene change to [[Jazz (Movie)|Autobot Jazz]] being transformed and much "cooler" sounding music.
: ''Notes:'' This was part of a series of web only commercials comparing Movie Transformers to their Generation One counterparts.

==''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Transformers: Revenge]]''==
[[Image:rotf-paris.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Trailer 1''' [http://www.tf-revenge.jp/video/]
Premiered ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. teaser trailer but with Japanese text narration and subtitles.

*'''Trailer 2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9EyMhtegKoo&t=18]
Premiered 19(?) May 2009. Same as the first full U.S. trailer with Japanese text narration and subtitles.

*'''TV CM1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XjqhJ8AE8eg]
Air date ?? 2009. "It's not over." "BUMBLEBEE!"

[[Image:Ravagerotfteaser.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''TV CM2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AwfJhhq_NeE]
Air date ?? 2009. "You don't stop, you don't hide. You run." "Sam!"

*'''TV CM3''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnWgEIkZn-Q]
Air date ?? 2009. "Aughh!" "Sam!" "WE GOT A WHOLE LOTTA FIGHT COMIN OUR WAY!" "You don't stop, you don't hide. You run."

*'''Web CM1''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NqOxzUZtskA]
Online spot released ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. TV spot "Fate" with Japanese subtitles and text narration. Retains the English vocal narration "Transformers. A Michael Bay film."

[[Image:Rotf_t2_egyptpyramids.jpg|right|250px|thumb]]
*'''Web CM2''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nd9E6Om-wto]
Online spot released ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. TV spot "Team Kids" with Japanese subtitles and text narration. The English vocal narration is retained with the line "Only one team... will transform your summer" changed to "Only one team... will transform your world."

*'''Web CM3''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jvMOYAVK3k8]
Online spot released ?? 2009. Same as the U.S. TV Spot "Destiny" with Japanese subtitles and text narration. Retains the English vocal narration at the end.

*'''ROTF on TV Asahi''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2skqfPqKoQ&t=18]
: ''Notes:'' 15 second ad for the ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen]]'' film airing at 10 on TV Asahi. Features [[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]] busting out of Sam's garage and [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]] hanging onto [[Demolishor (ROTF)|Demolishor]]. The narration has had a heavy flanging effect applied to it.
[[Image:Japanese ROTF Toy Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb]]

*'''Movie Characters and Gravity Bots''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rtuvvm2dUok&t=18]
: ''Toy segment:'' Megatron and the Decepticons attack a city. Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] and [[Sideswipe (Movie)|Sideswipe]] roll to the rescue! Optimus Prime transforms and shows off his [[Dual Energon Swords]]. The end segment shows two individuals demonstrating the transformations of [[Gravity Bot]]s Optimus Prime and Bumblebee.
: ''Notes:'' Includes a brief clip from the movie of Bumblebee firing his cannon.
{{-}}

==[[Transformers Animated (cartoon)#Japanese release|Transformers Animated]]==
*'''15-second commercial''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHz9fIwn6Hg] (March [[2010]])
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 1"
: ''Narration:'' [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus Prime]] ([[Hiroki Takahashi]])
: ''Hello, good children, are all of you well? I am Optimus Prime. I'm an Autobot leader who fights for the sake of protecting peace.'' Transformers Animated ''begins on April 3 at 8am.''

*'''30-second commercial after ''[[Rescue Fire|Tomica Hero: Rescue Fire]]''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s epilogue''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVe33iVGoCk] ([[March 26]], [[2010]])
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 1"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus Prime, [[Bumblebee (Animated)|Bumblebee]] ([[Daisuke Kishio]]), [[Megatron (Animated)|Megatron]] ([[Norio Wakamoto]])
: Bumblebee: *sigh*''Rescue Fire''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s over...
: Optimus: ''Rescue Fire'' sure was fun.
: Bumblebee: I loved Ritsuka-chan.
: Optimus: Everyone, ''Rescue Fire'' may be over, but next week ''Transformers Animated'' starts!
: Bumblebee: You'll all watch, right?
: Megatron: If you don't, I'm haunting your dreams.
: Optimus: It's you, Megatron!
: Megatron: What's the matter, Optimus Prime?
: Bumblebee: What are you here for?!
: Megatron: To promote the show!
: Optimus: Then, just this once, let's shake hands
: Megatron: I refuse. ''Transformers Animated''! Be sure to watch!
: Optimus: That should my line!
: Bumblebee: You'll watch, right?!

{{note|The commercials below are the online previews that differ slightly from their on-air version in terms of what's spoken by whom.}}

*'''''[[Transform and Roll Out|The Heroes Are Called Autobots]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 3]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10269744] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 2"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, [[Bulkhead (Animated)|Ironhide]] ([[Kenta Miyake]])
: Bumblebee: I'm Bumblebee! Oh slag! There's a big monster on the rampage, Ironhide! ("big" = "dekai" でかい or "dekkai" でっかい)
: Ironhide: Big is Hokkaido! Hokkaido is big! (''Dekkaido wa Hokkaidō! Hokkaidō wa dekkaido!'')
: Bumblebee: ''Transformers Animated'' on [[April 10]], Saturday, at 8am!

*'''''[[Transform and Roll Out|Secret of the AllSpark]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 10]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10340849] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]] Part 3"
: ''Narration:'' [[Starscream (Animated)|Starscream]] ([[Jin Yamanoi]])

*'''''[[Sound and Fury|The Great Sound Wave Operation]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 17]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10414077] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Sound and Fury]]"
: ''Narration:'' Megatron

*'''''[[The Thrill of the Hunt|Don't Wipe Away the Memories]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 24]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10487880] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[The Thrill of the Hunt]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus

*'''''[[Home Is Where the Spark Is|The Immortal Megatron]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[April 30]], 2010) [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10565793] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Home Is Where the Spark Is]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus and Ironhide
: Optimus: Try saying "Transformers Animated" very fast!
: Ironhide: Transformers Animated! Transformers Animated! Transformers Animated! Transformers Anima-pukka! Eh-heh...
: Optimus: "Transformers Animated!"
: Ironhide: Said it.

*'''''[[Total Meltdown|Challenge of the Burning Giant]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 7]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10647723] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Total Meltdown]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Meltdown (Animated)|Prometheus Black]] ([[Fumihiko Tachiki]])

*'''''[[Blast from the Past|Birth of the Dinobots!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 15]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10723545] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Blast from the Past]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus

*'''''[[Nanosec (episode)|Trap Time]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 22]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10800404] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Nanosec (episode)|Nanosec]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Nanosec]] ([[Takehito Koyasu]]), Bumblebee, Ratchet

*'''''[[Along Came a Spider|Shadow of the Spider-Woman]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[May 29]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10878866] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Along Came a Spider]]"
: ''Narration:'' Optimus

*'''''[[Lost and Found (episode)|Fierce Battle at the Bottom of the Lake]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 5]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10956385] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Lost and Found (episode)|Lost and Found]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Blitzwing (Animated)|Blitzwing]] ([[Yūichi Nagashima]])

*'''''[[Survival of the Fittest|Showdown! Dinobots]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 12]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11038363] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Survival of the Fittest]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Grimlock (Animated)|Grimlock]] ([[Keiji Fujiwara]]), [[Swoop (Animated)|Swoop]] ([[Nobuo Tobita]]), [[Snarl (Animated)|Snarl]]

*'''''[[Headmaster (episode)|Rein in the Headmaster!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 19]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11110782] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Headmaster (episode)|Headmaster]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Sari Sumdac (Animated)|Sari Sumdac]] ([[Satomi Akesaka]]), Bumblebee, Ironhide, Prowl, Ratchet, Optimus Prime

*'''''[[Megatron Rising - Part 1|Megatron's Resurrection, Part 1]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[June 26]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11187052] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Megatron Rising - Part 1]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Megatron Rising - Part 2|Megatron's Resurrection, Part 2]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 3]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11260494] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Megatron Rising - Part 2]]"
: ''Narration:'' Blitzwing, [[Lugnut (Animated)|Lugnut]] ([[Kentarō Itō]])

*'''''[[The Elite Guard|Elite Guard]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 10]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11336980] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[The Elite Guard]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Sentinel Prime (Animated)|Sentinel]] ([[Junichi Suwabe]]), [[Jazz (Animated)|Jazz]] ([[Hideo Ishikawa]])

*'''''[[The Return of the Headmaster|Headmaster, Once Again!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 17]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11462952] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[The Return of the Headmaster]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Headmaster (Animated)|Henry Masterson]] ([[Kōsuke Okano]])

*'''''[[Mission Accomplished|Blast-Extinguishing Complete!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 24]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11493428] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Mission Accomplished]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, Optimus

*'''''[[Garbage In, Garbage Out|Wreck-Gar's Rampage]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[July 31]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11576565] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Garbage In, Garbage Out]]"
: ''Narration:'' Ratchet, [[Arcee (Animated)|Arcee]] ([[Ayahi Takagaki]])

*'''''[[Velocity (episode)|Ratings Race!]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 7]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11660442] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Velocity (episode)|Velocity]]"
: ''Narration:'' Megatron

*'''''[[A Fistful of Energon|Increasing Enemies]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 14]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11744858] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[A Fistful of Energon]]"
: ''Narration:'' Lugnut, Blitzwing

*'''''[[SUV: Society of Ultimate Villainy|Swindle's Scheme]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 21]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11827215] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[SUV: Society of Ultimate Villainy]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Autoboot Camp|Double Agent]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[August 28]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11907088] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Autoboot Camp]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Black Friday (episode)|Heart of the Spider-woman]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 4]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm11988049] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Black Friday (episode)|Black Friday]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Blackarachnia (Animated)|Blackarachnia]] ([[Ryōka Yuzuki]])

*'''''[[A Bridge Too Close, Part I|Respective Expectations]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 11]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12067298] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[A Bridge Too Close, Part I]]"
: ''Narration:'' Blitzwing, [[Blurr (Animated)|Blurr]] ([[Takahiro Sakurai]])

*'''''[[A Bridge Too Close, Part II|Enormous Power]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 18]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12143967] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[A Bridge Too Close, Part II]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, Ratchet

*'''''[[TransWarped#Part I|Sari's Secret]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[September 25]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12221102] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[TransWarped#Part I|TransWarped]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus]] [[Tesshō Genda|Prime]], Optimus Prime

*'''''[[TransWarped#Part II|Sari, Transform!?]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 2]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12295088] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[TransWarped#Part II|TransWarped]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee

*'''''[[TransWarped#Part III|Megatron's Invasion]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 9]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12368592] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[TransWarped#Part III|TransWarped]]"
: ''Narration:'' Sentinel, Jazz

*'''''[[Three's a Crowd|The Stubborn Dirt Boss]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 16]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12444511] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Three's a Crowd]]"
: ''Narration:'' ???

*'''''[[Where Is Thy Sting?|Wasp's Revenge]]'' 15-second commercial''' ([[October 23]], 2010) [http://nicovideo.jp/watch/sm12517851] (Account required)
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Where Is Thy Sting?]]"
: ''Narration:'' Bumblebee, Ratchet

[[Image:Japanese_Animated_Wave1Toys_Commercial.jpg|right|200px|thumb|"Olé!"]]
*'''First Eleven figures''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MlspqsUXvQg]
: ''Toy segment:'' Optimus Prime and his crew of Autobots race down a city street to confront Megatron, [[Blackarachnia (Animated)|Blackarachnia]], Starscream, and... [[Lockdown (Animated)|Lockdown]]? Again? Then [[Cliffjumper (Animated)|Cliffjumper]] and [[Dirge (Animated)|Dirge]] pop up out of nowhere for the static end shot. Ooookay.

*'''"Animated" airing on {{w|Cartoon Network (Japan)|Cartoon Network Japan}}''' [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm10864079] (Account required)
: Commercial for "Transformers Animated" to air on Japan's Cartoon Network starting on [[June 5]], 2010, at 6:30AM and 4:00PM. Excerpts from "[[Transform and Roll Out]]."

*'''DVD Vol. 1 Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ZEYECLvVZs]
: Tells the back story of ''Transformers Animated'', linking it to the 2007 movie. Includes footage of the Autobots working on a [[space bridge]] from "[[Transform and Roll Out]]", and the [[Transformers Evo.|Japanese intro]] to the series. Promotion of the Japanese DVD's release on [[August 6]], [[2010]], from [http://dvd.paramount.jp/tfa/ Paramount Japan's site]. Also promotes [[Sega]]'s arcade games "[[Transformers Animated: The Chase]]" and [[Transformers Animated: The Shooting]]", as well the limited mail-away prize gold-plated Deluxe Earth-mode Optimus Prime.
: ''The world will change. The future will be created...''

== [[Transformers United]] ==
*'''Transformers United DVD CM''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EejvhYAGCzE]
: A three minute promo featuring the first ten Transformers United toys. The transformations are shown being done by hand, rather than being filmed in stop motion as they usually are for Japanese commercials.

== [[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (franchise)|Transformers/Dark Side Moon]] ==
*'''MechTech Wars''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ev-uiIy_tmw]
: A promo for the Japanese exclusive [[MechTech Wars]] game. The features of the cards used in the game are highlighted along with ability to use them to play with your computer, cellphone or a game terminal. Some battle footage from the game is shown as well.

== [[Transformers: Prime (franchise)|Transformers: Prime]] ==
*'''Arms Microns''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nzuLjWMkyNU]
: [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]], [[Soundwave (WFC)]] and [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] swoop in to confront [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]], [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]], [[Bulkhead (Prime)|Bulkhead]] and [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] as they drive on a desert road. Megatron transforms and uses [[Gora]] to clash with Optimus Prime and [[O.P.]].
: ''Notes:'' This ad is mostly stop-motion animation using the toys but the fly-in of the Decepticons appears to be CGI.

== [[Transformers GT: Mission GT-R (franchise)|Transformers GT]] ==
*'''"Transformers GT is here!!"''' [https://youtu.be/gv4fu9HhpGY]
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== [[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|Transformers: Lost Age]] ==
{{note|In addition to the Japan only trailer below, there were also Japanese subtitled versions of the English teaser and payoff trailers.}}

*'''Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7SGuehFY9o]
: Uploaded [[April 24]] [[2014]]. Similar to the first Japanese trailer for ''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]'', this one begins with an introduction by a famous American associated with the film. Instead of [[Steven Spielberg]] and [[Michael Bay]], this time it's new lead actor [[Mark Wahlberg]]. Unlike his predecessors, he speaks only English. This is accompanied by Japanese subtitles. The remainder of the trailer is a heavily edited down version of the US trailer with most of the footage unique to that trailer (i.e. the footage not found in the first two US commercials) removed. Notable exceptions are the brief scene with [[Tessa Yeager|Tessa]]'s "Dad, you can't keep spending money on junk" voice over, the pan past [[Lucas Flannery]] to Optimus Prime and the scene of a Stinger transforming in front of Bumblebee.

*'''Overdubbed Trailer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AkoLCH1yXLA]
: Uploaded [[July 3]], 2014. A 48 second mini-trailer using dubbed footage instead of subtitled footage like the first trailer. It is soundtracked with the [[Imagine Dragons]] song "[[Battle Cry]]".

*'''Destroyer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KXTQl-Cn1U]
: Uploaded [[July 1]], 2014 with the [[Commercial/Age of Extinction#TV tie-in Commercials|ESPN "Future of Soccer" ad]]. Uploaded [[July 2]] on it's own. A slightly modified version of the [[Commercial/Age of Extinction#TV spots|English language Destroyer ad]] with Tessa's "Help me!" line removed and the clip of her being caught by Bumblebee extended. This ad has English audio with subtitles.
:*'''Destroyer''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_j93fLJxkhQ] (15 sec) - An edited down version of the previous ad.

*'''Desperate Situation''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkjaLWLWhMQ]
: Uploaded [[July 2]], 2014. English audio for the movie clips with Japanese subtitles. "This is not war." "Help me!" "Tessa!" "It's human extinction." "Bumblebee!" "You gotta have faith Prime, maybe not in who we are" "OH MY GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD!" "but who we can be."
:*'''Desperate Situation''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nPPlGYyb5cw] (15 sec) - An edited down version of the previous ad with Japanese audio for the movie clips.

*'''Fate''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrMV03wO-Kc]
: Uploaded July 2, 2014. English audio for the movie clips with Japanese subtitles. "Humans are hunting us, but a greater threat is coming." "He needs our help." "Why are you willing to help me?" "Because you trust me to." "Autobots, roll out!" "Promise me you're gonna keep her safe. Promise me!" "We are all targets now."
:*'''Fate''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLD8Ko8rc3Q] (15 sec) - An edited down version of the previous ad.

*'''Autobot Dispatch!''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QiGX_lSJ-Mo]
:Uploaded [[July 11]], 2014. Uses Japanese audio for the movie clips.

*'''Hurry to Theaters''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPgiYmsV3U8]
: Uploaded [[July 22]], 2014. Uses Japanese audio for the movie clips.

*'''Dinosaur Extinction!''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gInzvZ2PCt4]
:Uploaded [[July 27]], 2014. Narration is in Japanese, movie clip audio is in English. "What is that?"

*'''New Dimension 3D''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yS90eyzi01U]
: Uploaded July 27, 2014. "We are all targets now." "They're here."

*'''3D Attraction''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRWM4sXsL9I]
: Uploaded [[August 3]], 2014. Japanese narration with English clips. "Whoa, whoa whoa!" "Bumblebee!"

*'''Movie Advanced Series dio story''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcqwW-G8XUQ]
: Uploaded [[May 20]], 2014. Earth is shown floating in space. This is followed by [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Leader Class toys 5|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Deluxe Class|Classic Bumblebee]] and [[Crosshairs (AOE)#Generations|Crosshairs]] transforming and rolling out from some rocky looking area. The Dinobots, [[Grimlock (AOE)#Voyager Class toys|Grimlock]], [[Slug (AOE)#Generations|Slug]] and [[Scorn#Generations|Scorn]] stomp around a similar looking area until meeting up with the Autobots. The Autobots transform to robot mode, which seems to enrage the Dinobots. The Dinobots charge the Autobots and knock them down. Prime manages to get back up, prompting the Dinobots to transform to robot mode themselves. Prime and Grimlock charge and collide in battle, leading to Optimus delivering a final blow. The blow prompts Grimlock to decide to shake hands with Optimus and be friends. The remainder of the trailer highlights the first seventeen ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (toyline)#Movie Advanced Series|Movie Advanced Series]]'' figures, grouped by movie of origin.

*'''Lost Age Series dio story''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYyChG7lga0]
: Uploaded [[July 9]], [[2014]]. Advertises mostly the One Step Changers, but also [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Age of Extinction|Battle Command Optimus Prime]], [[Grimlock (AOE)#Flip .26 Change|Big Grimlock]], [[Scorn#Robots in Disguise|Battle Attack Scorn]] and [[Strafe (AOE)#Robots in Disguise|Battle Attack Strafe]]. [[Lockdown (ROTF)#OneStepChanger|Lockdown]] is driving down a desert-ish road when he decides to stop and transform. This prompts the Autobots (except for Prime), who were driving the other direction the road, to stop and transform as well. [[Drift (AOE)#OneStepChanger|Drift]], [[Crosshairs (AOE)#OneStepChanger|Crosshairs]], [[Grimlock (AOE)#OneStepChanger|Grimlock]], and [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#OneStepChanger|Bumblebee]] all stand on top of Prime's trailer, which he has deployed into a battle station. The Autobots unleash a massive barrage of gunfire at Lockdown without making a dent. Lockdown returns the favor by blasting away the trailer and all the Autobots save Prime, who's still sitting there in truck mode. Optimus finally transforms and destroys Lockdown with a slash of his sword. The trailer ends with each of first eleven Lost Age Series toys being highlighted.

*'''Lost Age Series''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46xmW47iyfA]
: Uploaded [[July 24]], 2014. Battle Command Optimus Prime is driving along a desert road in the American southwest. Bumblebee and Drift deploy from Prime's trailer so that he can [[to sell toys|transform to robot mode for no real reason whatsoever]]. Bumblebee and Drift then follow suit and transform to their robot modes. This is followed by Hound, who was apparently there the whole time unseen, transforming. Lockdown then transforms on a black grid floating somewhere up in the clouds. Bumblebee then jumps on Prime's back before being replaced by his trailer, which is now in backpack mode. The end shot shows Optimus Prime and all the One Step Changers.

:*'''Lost Age Series (Version 2)'''
:Similar to the commercial above, and it includes an end tag of the Strongest Tag Team set (Battle Command Optimus Prime & High Octane Bumblebee).

== [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 cartoon)|Transformers Adventure]] ==

{{stub|TV spots, Trailers}}

*'''Transformers Adventure series premiere''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzMs8rzjIN4]
: ''Animation:'' Excerpts from "[[Pilot (Part 1)|Beginning of a New Adventure]]"
: ''Narration:'' [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] ([[Ryōhei Kimura]])

*'''Transformers Adventure Series'''
: Uploaded [[March 5]], [[2015]].

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*'''Easy Dynamic Series'''
: Uploaded [[March 5]], [[2015]].

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*'''TAV21 Optimus Prime'''
: Uploaded [[June 30]], [[2015]].

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*'''TAV33 Optimus Prime Supreme Mode arrives!'''
: Uploaded [[October 27]], [[2015]].

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*'''TAV50 Hyper Surge Optimus Prime'''
: Uploaded [[June 14]], [[2016]].

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[[Category:Commercials|Japan]]

==[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (franchise)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]==

*'''Transformers Siege''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6zBL8_YhWE]
: Uploaded [[September 14]], [[2019]].

==''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (franchise)|Transformers: Beast Awakening]]''==

*'''"PUI PUI Molcar" × Movie "Transformers / Beast Awakening" Special Collaboration Video''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWLDMCNy44M]
: Uploaded [[July 7]], [[2023]].

:Earth's Strongest Beast, [[Potato]], joins the fight against the forces of [[Unicron]]!

Decoy Convoy

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:''Decoy Convoy is from the [[Transformers: Kiss Players (franchise)|Kiss Players]] portion of the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''

'''Decoy Convoy''' (デコイ・コンボイ ''Dekoi Convoy'') was a decoy of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity#Kiss Players|Optimus Prime]] constructed prior to the [[The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix|Convoy Transfer Operation]].

==Fiction==
Because he was hurriedly made in Japan before the original arrived, there are differences such as being younger and taller than the original. {{storylink|Autorooper#AutorooperXAtari|AutorooperXAtari}}

==Notes==
*Decoy Convoy was mentioned in the Encyclopedia included with the AutorooperXAtari release.
*Within the ''Kiss Players''' continuity, the "Convoy Transfer Operation" alludes to the live-action video segment of ''The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix'' in which "not-[[Tommy Kennedy]]" screams out in anguish as Convoy is airlifted through Japan.

[[Category:Fiction-only Transformers]]
[[Category:Japanese-original Transformers]]

Decoy Convoy

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Convoy (disambiguation)

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'''Convoy''' has been used to name a lot of stuff in ''Transformers'', especially [[Japan]]! See [[Convoy (rank)]] for more information.

One-word things named "Convoy":
{{disamb|y=[[1985]]|[[Optimus Prime (G1)|Convoy]], the Japanese name of the [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation 1]] [[Autobot]] commander Optimus Prime. Alternate names include Star Convoy and Battle Convoy.}}
{{disamb|y=[[1986]]|[[Convoy (rank)|Convoy]], the Autobot/Maximal rank in classic Japanese media.}}
{{disamb|y=[[1986]]|[[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Convoy]], the Italian name of the Generation 1 Autobot city commander Ultra Magnus.}}
{{disamb|y=[[1997]]|[[Optimus Primal (BW)|Convoy]], the Japanese name of the ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (franchise)|Beast Wars]]'' [[Maximal]] commander Optimus Primal. Alternate names include Beast Convoy, Metals Convoy, and Powered Convoy.}}
{{disamb|y=[[2003]]|[[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Convoy]], the Japanese name of the ''[[Transformers: Armada (franchise)|Armada]]'' Autobot commander Optimus Prime. Alternate names include Grand Convoy and Galaxy Convoy.}}
{{disamb|y=[[2006]]|[[Decoy Convoy]], the Japanese decoy of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] constructed prior to the [[The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix|Convoy Transfer Operation]].}}
{{disamb|y=[[2011]]|"[[Convoy (episode)|Convoy]]", the ninth episode of ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Prime]]''.}}
{{disamb|y=[[2012]]|The [[Convoy (group)|Convoy]], the group of [[Prime (rank)|Primes]] from ''TransTech''.}}
{{disamb|y=[[2017]]|[[Convoy (G1)|Convoy]], the [[Point One Percenter]] from the [[2005 IDW continuity]]''.}}

Multi-word things containing "Convoy":
{{disamb|y=[[1986]]|[[Hot Rod (G1)|Rodimus Convoy]], the Japanese name of the Generation 1 Autobot commander Rodimus Prime.}}
{{disamb|y=[[1990]]|[[Armored Convoy]], [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#AM|Optimus Prime]]'s [[Action Master]] vehicle from the Generation 1 toy line.}}
{{disamb|y=[[1991]]|[[False Convoy]], the clone of Optimus Prime from ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: The Battlestars (story page)|The Battlestars]]''.}}

{{disamb|y=[[1998]]|[[Lio Convoy]], the Maximal commander from ''[[Beast Wars II: Super Lifeform Transformers (franchise)|Beast Wars II]]''.}}
{{disamb|y=1998|[[Great Convoy]], the Maximal leader from ''Beast Wars II'' and ''[[Super Lifeform Transformers: Beast Wars Neo (franchise)|Beast Wars Neo]]''.}}
{{disamb|y=1998|[[Black Lio Convoy|Black Lio Convoy/Copy Convoy]], the clone of Lio Convoy from ''Beast Wars II''.}}
{{disamb|y=[[1999]]|[[Big Convoy]], the Maximal commander from ''Beast Wars Neo''.}}
{{disamb|y=1999|The [[Convoy Council]], the Maximal ruling body from ''Beast Wars Neo''.}}
{{disamb|y=1999|[[Crow Convoy]], the Maximal commander from ''Beast Wars Neo''.}}
{{disamb|y=1999|[[Black Big Convoy]], the clone of Big Convoy from ''Beast Wars Neo''.}}
{{disamb|y=[[2000]]|[[Optimus Prime (RID)|Fire Convoy]], the Autobot commander from ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 franchise)|Car Robots]]'', dubbed as Optimus Prime in ''Robots in Disguise''.}}
{{disamb|y=[[2000]]|[[Scourge (RID)|Black Convoy]], the Combatron commander from ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 franchise)|Car Robots]]'', dubbed as Scourge in ''Robots in Disguise''.}}
{{disamb|y=[[2004]]|[[Rodimus (Energon)|Rodimus Convoy]], the Japanese name of the ''[[Transformers: Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' Autobot commander Rodimus.}}
{{disamb|y=[[2005]]|[[Reverse Convoy]], the Autobot possessed by [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] from ''[[Robotmasters (franchise)|Robotmasters]].}}
{{disamb|y=2005|[[Pepsi Convoy]], the refreshing Autobot from Generation 1.}}
{{disamb|y=2005|[[Override (Cybertron)|Nitro Convoy]], the Japanese name of the [[Velocitron]] leader Override from ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (franchise)|Cybertron]]''.}}
{{disamb|y=2005|[[Scourge (Cybertron)|Flame Convoy]], the Japanese name of the [[Jungle Planet (colony)|Animatron]] leader Scourge from ''Cybertron''.}}
{{disamb|y=2005|[[Evac (Cybertron)|Live Convoy]], the Japanese name of the [[Earth]] leader Evac from ''Cybertron''.}}
{{disamb|y=2005|[[Metroplex (Cybertron)|Megalo Convoy]], the Japanese name of the [[Gigantion]] leader Metroplex from ''Cybertron''.}}
{{disamb|y=2005|[[Dark Nitro Convoy]], the clone of Nitro Convoy from ''Cybertron''.}}
{{disamb|y=[[2007]]|[[Nemesis Prime (G1)|Black Convoy]], the Japanese name of the Optimus Prime clone, Nemesis Prime, from various branches of Generation 1.}}
{{disamb|y=[[2008]]|[[Megatron (BW)|Joe Convoy]], the alias ''Beast Wars'' Megatron used in ''[[Transformers: TransTech|TransTech]]'' fiction.}}
{{disamb|y=2011|[[Black Rodimus Convoy]], the clone of Rodimus Prime from Generation 1.}}
{{disamb|y=2011|[[Team Stunticon|The Stunt Convoy]], a group of traveling actors who turned out to be Decepticon agent provocateurs in ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Animated]]''}}
{{disamb|y=[[2015]]|[[Galva Convoy]], the evil Maximal from ''[[Beast Wars: Uprising]]''.}}
{{disamb|y=2015|[[Vector Prime|Vector Convoy]], a name occasionally used for Vector Prime from ''Cybertron''.}}
{{disamb|y=2015|[[Galaxy Convoy]], the Maximal leader from the Generation 1 continuity family.}}
{{disamb|y=2015|Saber Convoy, a name occasionally used for [[Star Saber (G1)|Star Saber]] from ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Victory (franchise)|Victory]]''.}}
{{disamb|y=2015|Atlas Convoy, a name occasionally used for [[Dai Atlas (G1)|Dai Atlas]] from ''[[Transformers: Zone (franchise)|Zone]]''.}}
{{disamb|y=2015|[[Rhetoric Convoy]], someone from an unknown continuity family.}}

{{disambig}}

Decoy Convoy

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Staff of Merlin

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[[File:TLK Knight gives staff.jpg|thumb|right|400px|thumb|]]

A device of great power originally owned by [[Quintessa (TLK)|Quintessa]] to wield control over the planet [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], the artifact later became known as the '''Staff of Merlin'''. The Staff was a device created long ago, its original owner Quintessa could use it to literally drain the "'''Life Force'''" of other worlds into Cybertron. The Staff can be bonded to a particular being, and so at that point could only be used by that person, or someone of that bloodline. The Staff possess a myriad of other abilities, giving its user the ability to wield advanced science beyond the comprehension of "primitive" beings. Befitting an artifact of Cybertronian origin, it is capable of mass-shifting to accommodate its wielders and disguise its true appearance.

==Fiction==
===''The Last Knight'' film===
In the distant past, the Staff belonged to [[Quintessa (TLK)|Quintessa]], the alleged creator of the [[Transformer|Cybertronian]] race who used it to enhance her creation abilities. Upon rebelling against Quintessa, the Twelve [[Guardian Knight]]s of Iacon stole the Staff and took it with them as they fled [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. By the Fifth Century C.E., the Knights had landed on [[Earth]] where their existence would be kept secret by the "wizard" [[Merlin]]. However in the year 484, an invasion of [[Camelot]] by [[Saxon]] invaders had led to [[King Arthur]] requesting Merlin's help to win the battle. Merlin's pleas to the Knights, would help the Knights decide that humanity was worthy of survival with [[Stormreign]] granting ownership of the Staff to Merlin, the artifact bonding to his genetic code.

After [[Dragonstorm]] defeated the Saxons, Merlin would use the Staff's abilities in future battles. The young human race however perceived the Staff's powers as being [[magic]]al in nature and inspiring the legend of the "Staff of Merlin". When Merlin died, the Staff was buried with him with his [[Merlin's sarcophagus|sarcophagus]] being placed inside the [[Guardian Knights' ship|Knights' Ship]], at the bottom of the [[Atlantic Ocean]].

In the 21st Century however, [[Talisman Knight|a knight]] crashed landed in [[Chicago]], carrying the [[Talisman (TLK)|Talisman]] with him. The device ended up bonding to [[Cade Yeager]] which brought him to the attention of the [[Order of the Witwiccans]]. Sir [[Edmund Burton]] (via [[Cogman]] and [[Hot Rod (DOTM)|Hot Rod]] respectively) sent for Yeager and [[Viviane Wembly]], the last living descendent of Merlin, for their aid in tracking down and securing the Staff to spare Earth from destruction at the hand of the oncoming Cybertron.

Concurrently, [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]] had returned to Cybertron where he was confronted by, and placed under the control of, Quintessa. Showing Prime the [[ignition chamber]], the sorceress explained the history and purpose of the Staff as well as its necessity in reviving Cybertron. Brainwashing Optimus into "Nemesis Prime", Quintessa revealed that Earth was in reality the slumbering form of [[Unicron]] and that with the Staff, she would be able to drain the life from him and restore Cybertron before she sent him back to Earth to find it.

Viviane and Cade eventually tracked down the Knights' ship and found the Staff disguised as an inconspicuous piece of wood which Cade angrily grabbed and chucked aside. When the [[Transformers Reaction Force|TRF]], broke into the ship however and slew [[Skullitron]], Viviane touched the staff in the resulting chaos causing it to shed its holographic disguise and reveal its true Cybertronian nature, an event which Quintessa felt. In a standoff, Viviane threatened to let the Staff fall into the bowels of the ship lest the TRF stood down before more Guardian Knights rebooted to try and secure the Staff. The Knights were quickly dispatched by Nemesis Prime who demanded the Staff, which a terrified Viviane handed over at Cade's behest.

[[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]], [[William Lennox]], and Cade followed Nemesis to the surface where the former was able to coax Optimus free of his mind control. In his disoriented state however, he was an easy target for [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]] and [[Nitro Zeus]] who promptly stole the Staff and flew off to Cybertron.

Megatron brought the Staff to Quintessa to begin the process. The Staff channeled Unicron's energies through the Knights' ship and itself which Quintessa then transmitted across Cybertron, healing the planet. Though the Decepticons fought to defend the chamber, the Autobots managed to enter where Viviane managed to remove the Staff from its resting place after Bumblebee had seemingly slain Quintessa.

In the aftermath, the Staff was in Optimus Prime's possession as the Autobots prepared to return to Cybertron. {{storylink|Transformers: The Last Knight (film)|The Last Knight}}

==Notes==
*The Latin scribed on the staff reads: "MEO TANTUM SANGUINE CAELUM APERTUM ET VINCULUM EST INTER VIRUM ET APPARATUS COMMO".
*The Gaelic scribed on the staff reads: "mhàin bho m' fhuil urrainn na neamhan fhosgladh, agus an ceangal eadar fear agus machine bhith chruthaich fèin-rithist".
*The text on the staff using an alphabet by [[Ben Procter]] has yet to be translated.

==External links==
*[https://ukm.propstoreauction.com/lot-details/index/catalog/299/lot/81267 "Staff of Merlin" prop] on PropstoreAuction.com

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Megatron (Movie)/toys

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'''[[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]]''' got the Hollywood bad-guy treatment, and therefore got truckloads of toys too!
He also ''became'' a truck later on. Funny, that is.

==Toys==
===''Transformers'' (2007)===
====Legends Class toys====
[[File:Movie Legends Megatron toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Just what the hell do I turn into?]]
*'''Megatron''' (Legends Class, [[2007]])
**''Japanese name:'' '''EZ Collection Megatron'''
: Released in the second wave of ''[[Transformers (2007 toyline)|Transformers]]'' [[Legends Class (2005)|Legends Class]] figures, Megatron transforms into a Cybertronian jet. This figure uses the pre-final head design from concept art and some ancillary media. Due to his transformation scheme, he has a swiveling waist. Despite its simplicity, this figure is far closer to Megatron's actual silhouette in the movie than most of his larger figures.

:The figure is misassembled in the package, with the arms being swapped, putting paint applications and more sculpted detail on the wrong sides of his arms; it is a simple matter to rectify this though as his shoulders are easily popped off and swapped around. It should be noted that the arms & head are molded in softer, rubbery plastic. While they don't harden and break quickly like [[Scorponok (Movie)#Legends Class toys|Legends Class Scorponok's stinger]], the pieces can become loose around the hard plastic ball joints over time. Also, the parts are prone to photodegrading after a decade or so, even when it's new/MISB.

:The figure is slightly mistransformed in the picture to the right, as well as all pictures depicting his vehicle mode below - the wingtips should be rotated 180° downwards, making for a more screen-accurate jet mode.

:The toy was also later released as part of the blind-packed EZ Collection lineup, distributed via TakaraTomy's subsidiary Subarudo.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Decepticon/LegendsMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Legends Megatron at TFU.info]''
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*'''Generations Legends''' (Target exclusive multi-pack, 2007)
[[File:TargetGenerationsLegends.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|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)/toys|Legends of Cybertron Optimus Prime]], [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys|Movie Legends Optimus Prime]], [[Megatron (Armada)/toys|Legends of Cybertron Megatron]] and Movie Legends Megatron.

:His arms are still misassembled in-package.
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[[File:Movie Allspark Legends pack.jpg|upright=1.66|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)/toys#BftAS|Optimus Prime]], [[Jazz (Movie)#TRULegendsPack|Jazz]], [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BftAS|Bumblebee]], Megatron, [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#BftAS|Starscream]], and [[Barricade (Movie)/toys#BftAS|Barricade]].

:Like Bumblebee & Starscream, he was packaged in alternate mode. He ''still'' has the arms misassembled.
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[[File:TF-2007-Allspark-Battles-Legends-Class-2-pack-Ice-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Look like both halves of Jazz will have a front bumper.]]
*'''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 (Movie)#LegendsVsMegatron|Jazz]], this time "battle damaged".

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Decepticon/LegendsIceMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Ice Megatron at TFU.info]''
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====Voyager Class toys====
[[File:Movie Voyager Megatron toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Hey, I think I'm as weird as the ''[[Transformers: The War Within|War Within]]'' figures! ...nah, not there yet.]]
*'''Megatron''' (Voyager Class, 2007)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''MD-14'''
**''Accessories:'' Projectile
{{toydesigner|[[Eric Siebenaler]] (Hasbro), [[Takashi Kunihiro]] (TakaraTomy)}}

: Released partway into the second wave of [[Transformers (2007 toyline)|''Transformers'']] Voyager Class toys, Megatron transforms into an ice-covered version of his Cybertronian jet form, 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 which can fire a projectile. His wings feature flip-out "ice blades", and pulling on a tab in the back of his jet mode brings them forward like one giant pincer claw.

:His feet are entirely spring-loaded, which means his foot and the two "rear toes" on each feet automatically close up when his weight is not applied to them. Surprisingly, this helps a lot with the posing, as the feet parts automatically position themselves for the perfect balance.

:The stock photo on the toy's packaging depicts Megatron with the unused head that appeared in some concept art.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Decepticon/VoyagerMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Voyager Class Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Movie Voyager Premium Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Wouldn't the toy above be much cooler with duller colours?]]
*'''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 (now packaged in robot mode, inside a special display box) 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.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Decepticon/BestBuyMegatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Premium Series'' Voyager Class Megatron at TFU.info]''
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[[File:Movie Voyager BOMC Megatron.JPG|upright=1.66|thumb|I'll crush you with my bare hands!]]
*'''Battle Over Mission City''' ("Screen Battles" two-pack, 2008)
**''Accessories:'' Projectile
{{toydesigner|[[Joe Kyde]] (deco artist)}}

:A Target exclusive redeco 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)#TargetvsMegatron|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)/toys|Optimus Prime]], it can be assumed that those two sets are meant to also represent the climactic final battle at the end of the film.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Decepticon/ScreenBattlesMegatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Screen Battles'' Voyager Class Megatron at TFU.info]''
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====Leader Class toys====
[[File:TF07-Leader-Megatron.jpg|upright=2.2|thumb|"Ohhhh! I turn into a big-boned guy!"]]
*'''Megatron''' (Leader Class, 2007)
**''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''MD-07'''
{{toydesigner|[[Eric Siebenaler]] (Hasbro), [[Takio Ejima]] (TakaraTomy)}}

: Released in the second wave of [[Transformers (2007 toyline)|''Transformers'']] Leaders, Megatron transforms into a gray Cybertronian jet. Unlike the Voyager Class toy above, this mold does not feature any molded ice details; instead it uses metallic blue paint to represent his frozen form. In robot mode, Megatron's right "[[Rocket Claw]]" disconnects at the wrist to become the spiked end of the extendable "[[Mace (weapon)|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 hand (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.

: The back of Megatron's box depicts him with the almost-used head from concept art. The panel that conceals his face in jet mode is sculpted to fit the face of that head, so while it still covers up his final head reasonably well, it is not a perfect fit.

: In Japan, starting on [[July 19]]th, buying Megatron from [[AEON|JUSCO]] stores netted customers the [[exclusive]] [[campaign item|promotional freebie]] [[Mini-Con|Micron]] [[Torque Gain]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Decepticon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on Leader Class Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Premium Movie Megs.JPG|upright=1.66|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.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Decepticon/PremiumMegatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Premium Series'' Leader Class Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:ACG-HK-2008-Transformers-Commemorative-Box-Set.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Transformers Commemorative Box Set (Decepticon)''' (2008)

:Released an an exclusive for Animation-Comic-Game Hong Kong (ACG, also known as Ani-Con) 2008, The ''Premium Series'' Megatron toy is released without any changes along with [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#Starscream_(Movie)/toys#DeepSpace|Deep Space Starscream]], [[Barricade (Movie)/toys#Premium|''Premium'' Barricade]], [[Blackout (Movie)#Premium|''Premium'' Blackout]], and a [[Brawl (Movie)#Deluxe Class toys|Brawl]]. The toys are packaged with a synthetic, leather-like box with a half-trimmed Decepticon Symbol, and it comes with a sheet of Certificate of Authenticity.

:The boxsets are limited to 100 pieces.
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====''Fast Action Battlers''====
[[File:Movie FAB Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Just back from filming ''Predator 3''.]]
*'''Fusion Blast Megatron''' ([[Fast Action Battlers|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.

:The figure's packaging depicts Megatron with a different head sculpt and silver paint instead of unpainted gray plastic.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Decepticon/FABMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Fusion Blast Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:NA megatron FAB.JPG|upright=1.66|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.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Decepticon/FABMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Night Attack Megatron at TFU.info]''
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====Jollibee Kids Meal====
*'''Megatron''' (Jollibee Kids Meal toy, 2007)

:Available only at Jollibee fast food chains in the Philippines, this Megatron toy is functionally an upscaled version of his Legends class figure though with minor transformation differences. It also has a new head sculpt which is markedly more detailed than the Legends toy but still has the concept design head rather than the final version in the film.
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===''Revenge of the Fallen''===
====Legends Class toys====
{{anchor|ROTFlegend}}[[File:TF-ROTF-Legends-Class-Megatron.jpg|After enduring countless "What do I turn into" captions, Michael Bay started from scratch.|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''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. Speaking of legs, this Legends Class Megatron is somewhat prone to falling down with a light breeze of wind. The kibble on his robot mode back doesn't help the balancing at all.

:Megatron also saw release as a blindpacked figure for the first wave of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' EZ Collection sets. And like all first waves, He comes with a flyer advertising the TakaraTomy releases of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' toyline. In Malaysia, this toy is also one of the four Legends Class figures to be released as promotional merchandise for the Petronas Gas Station. He can be obtained starting from the 12th of July along with Optimus Prime, via RM30 ($7.04) worth of gas or RM15 ($3.52) worth of foods and items in the Mesra Shop.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Decepticon/LegMegatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends Megatron at TFU.info]''
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[[File:TF-ROTF-EZ-Collection-EZ-10-Megatron-Battle-Damaged-Ver.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Megatron Damage Version''' (EZ Collection, 2009)
**''EZ Collection Number'': '''EZ-10'''
:A "Battle Damaged" redeco of the Legends Class Megatron appears in the second wave of EZ Collection, featuring more elaborate, weathered paint applications.

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====Voyager Class toys====
[[File:ROTF-Voyager-Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|First blue, then green. Watch, in the next movie, it'll be red.]]
*'''Megatron''' (Voyager Class, 2009)
**''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''RD-11'''
**''Accessories:'' Missile
{{toydesigner|[[Eric Siebenaler]] (Hasbro), [[Takashi Kunihiro]] (TakaraTomy)}}

:The second mainline ''[[Transformers: 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.

:He features two [[Mech Alive]] gimmicks. Turning his waist turns internal gears in his chest, while bending his right elbow makes a blade extend in and out of his claw.

:The highlighted box to the far right showcases one alternative to positioning his back kibble; this ultimately leads to a ton of junk protruding out from his back, but also makes his silhouette from the front look cleaner.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Decepticon/VoyagerMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Voyager Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:ROTFtoy-GatheringattheNemesis.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Pay no attention to my translucent parts!]]
*'''Gathering At the Nemesis''' (Multi-pack, 2009)
**''Accessories:'' Missile

:This [[Toys"R"Us]]-exclusive three pack includes a redeco of Megatron's Voyager-Class toy from the first movie in a scheme basically identical to the first movie's Voyager "Premium Series" version (but with much fewer paint details), as well as the Voyager-Class [[The Fallen#GatheringNemesis|The Fallen]] and a redeco of Deluxe-Class [[Soundwave (ROTF)/toys#GatheringNemesis|Soundwave]]. The back of the box and samples shown before release portrayed this Megatron as using the unrevised original head design from the first film, but the final version has the same head as past Voyager-Class Megatrons.

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[[File:ROTF UniteforUniverse Megatron toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Megatron''' (Voyager Class)
**''ID number:'' '''MR-02'''
**''Accessories:'' Missile

:''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen: Unite for the Universe|Unite for the Universe]]'' Megatron was to be a screen-accurate silver redeco of Voyager class ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Megatron, but the toy (along with a [[Jetfire (Movie)#Voyager Class toys|Jetfire]]-armoured Voyager class [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#VoyagerJetPower|Jet Power Optimus Prime]]) was canceled.

:Both Megatron and the accompanying Jet Power Optimus Prime would have come with an issue of the [[Unite for the Universe issue 1|''Unite for the Universe'' comic book]], but due to the cancellation of both figures, the comics were eventually included with the [[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Movie Masterpiece]] releases of Leader class [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#Masterpiece|Starscream]] and [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Masterpiece|Bumblebee]]. Of amusement is the fact the comics are essentially showcasing toys that have been canceled.

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====Leader Class toys====
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[[File:ROTF Leader Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Beefcake!]]
*'''Megatron''' (Leader Class, 2009)
**''TakaraTomy 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 wimpy 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]]ry 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)/toys|while]] [[Starscream (Movie)/toys|other]] [[Demolishor (ROTF)|figures]] in the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' line suffered mold simplifications from budget cuts, Megatron got mold ''additions''. Hasbro'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.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Decepticon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on Leader Class Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:ROFTMegatronWCamshaft.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|Why do I have someone else with me?! My box looks the same, except with that guy sticking out!]]
*'''Megatron''' with '''Autobot Camshaft''' (Leader Class 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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[[File:ROTFtoy-MegatronLeaderShadowCommand.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|I'm back in black...YES I'M BACK IN BLACK! OH!]]
*'''Shadow Command Megatron''' (Leader Class, 2010)
**''Accessories:'' Missile
{{toydesigner|[[Andrew Scribner]] (deco artist)}}

: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.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Decepticon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on Shadow Command Megatron at TFU.info]''
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====''Fast Action Battlers''====
[[File:ROTF FAB Megatron toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|I sure hope {{w|Metal Slug (series)|SNK}} don't sue...]]
*'''Cannon Blast Megatron''' (Fast Action Battler, 2009)
**''Accessories'': Projectile

:Part of the first wave of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' [[Fast Action Battlers]], "Cannon Blast" Megatron is a simplified figure that transforms into a Cybertronian tank. His right arm has a spring-launched missile fired via a switch on the side, as well a soft plastic blade that can be folded out. Twisting the figure's right arm produces a chopping action. Due to the weird design of the feet and weight distribution, Megatron is difficult to stand up unless he is hunched forward.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Decepticon/FABMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Cannon Blast Megatron at TFU.info]''

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====''Battle Chargers''====
[[File:ROTF-toy BattleChargers Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|''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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====''Power Bots''====
[[File:ROTF PowerBots Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=0.85|At least nobody’ll forget what faction he belongs to....]]

*'''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''====
[[File:ROTF-toy RobotReplicas Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|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).

:Strangely, the head sculpt of this figure is reused on the Stealth Force version of the character.

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===''Transformers'' (2010)===
[[File:TF-2010-VotF-Legends-Class-Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|"Such heroic nonsense."]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''The Victory of The Fallen''' (Multi-pack, 2010)}}</ul>
{{toydesigner|[[Andrew Scribner]] (deco artist)}}

: ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)|Transformers]]: [[Hunt for the Decepticons]]'' Megatron is a redeco of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends Class mold, in khaki and with a dark brown chest.

: He came in a [[Kmart]]-exclusive five-pack of Legends Class figures, packed in with redecos of [[The Fallen#Transformers (2010)|The Fallen]], [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#VictoryFallen|Optimus Prime]], [[Jetfire (Movie)#Legends Class toys 2|Jetfire]], and [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#Legends Class toys 3|Starscream]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Decepticon/KMLegMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Victory of The Fallen Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:TF2010-toy Activators Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Sadly, this is the most accurate-looking one.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron''' (Activator, 2010)}}</ul>
{{toydesigner|[[Lenny Panzica]] (Hasbro)}}

: [[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.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Decepticon/ActMegatron/megatron.htm More information on 2010 Activators Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:TF2010MegsRisingMegsAndConstructs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Man, this mold just doesn't want to be re-released ''at all''...]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron Rising''' (Multi-pack, 2010)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories:'' Missile

: This retailer-exclusive multi-pack recreated the scene in ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' where the [[Constructicon (ROTF)|Constructicons]] resurrect Megatron. The Megatron figure itself is a redeco of his ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Voyager class toy, partially cast in a metallic green plastic, to represent his time at the bottom of the ocean.

: He was going to be packed with Legends Class figures of [[Long Haul (ROTF)#MegatronRising|Long Haul]], [[Mixmaster (ROTF)#MegatronRising|Mixmaster]], [[Rampage (ROTF)#MegatronRising|Rampage]], and a red redeco of [[Scrapper (ROTF)#MegatronRising|Scrapper]], who was probably intended to be [[Scrapmetal (ROTF)|Scrapmetal]].

: But he ultimately did not as the set was never actually released. It has never been revealed for which retailer this multi-pack was intended for.
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===''EZ Collection Real''===
[[File:TF-EZ-Collection-Real-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Megatron (Real Color Ver)''' (2011)
*'''Megatron (Metallic Color Ver.)''' (2011)

:Released as part of The blindpacked EZ Collection Real by TakaraTomy's "TakaraTomy A.R.T.S", this Megatron is a redeco of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends Class figure. In comparison to the stock photos, the actual product has the entire plastic unpainted and applied with a number of paint details instead. Megatron comes with two variants: The "Real Color" features a yellowish-gray plastic, while the "Metallic Color" features a normal silver plastic instead.

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===''Dark of the Moon''===
====''Cyberverse''====
[[File:DOTM CyberverseCommander Megatron toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|If you can't beat [[Autobot|them]], join them.]]
*'''Megatron''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2011)
**''Series:'' '''1'''
**''Number:'' '''003'''
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''CV07'''
**''Accessories:'' Fuel tank halves/Double Cannons
{{toydesigner|[[Joe Kyde]] (Hasbro), [[Hisao Nishimoto]] (TakaraTomy)}}

:[[Cyberverse (toyline)|Cyberverse]] Commander Class Megatron is an abbreviated version of his Voyager counterpart, transforming into a single piece fuel tanker. The fuel tank splits in half, forming hand-held double cannons which then can be combined into a large cannon, extremely reminiscent of his fusion cannon in the first movie. The [[C joint]] mounting clip of the fuel tank is on a swivel, allowing the large cannon to be mounted onto the smokestacks and used in vehicle mode. His head is also on a pivot joint, allowing him to look up and down.

:Care must be taken while forming the rear cabin: The instructions tell you to fold the feet panels up after transforming the legs first, but it will cause some slight stress marks on the feet panels/smokestacks' joints. We recommend folding the panels up first while the legs are still separated.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Decepticon/CommanderMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Cyberverse Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:TF-DOTM-Cyberverse-Action-Set-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Megatron might regret babysitting those hatchlings since they always puke onto his face.]]
[[File:TF-DOTM-Cyberverse-Megatron-Blastwave-Weapons-Accessory.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Blast that Blastwave! ''*yyywaaawwwwwwn*'']]
*'''Megatron / Blastwave Weapons Base''' (Cyberverse Action Set, 2011)
**''Series:'' '''1'''
**''Number:'' '''003'''
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''CV13'''
**''Accessories:'' Missile launcher, missile, Africa
{{toydesigner|[[Joe Kyde]] (Hasbro)|[[Emiliano Santalucia]] (concept artist)}}

:This version of Megatron uses the same mold as the single Cyberverse Commander toy, but lacks the fuel tank/Double Cannons accessory, and features some deco changes: Most of the paintable khaki plastic parts are replaced with silver plastic, the paint on the leg details are omitted, and the head now features a teal splat on the right side of his face, with his right eye paint being omitted. and of course, comes with the [[Blastwave Weapons Base]].

:This set's packaging includes a cardboard backdrop that is intended to be removed and reused for display. The backdrop depicts a field in Serengeti, [[Africa]], with an [[elephant]] standing nearby in the left panel.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Decepticon/BWBMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Megatron / Blastwave Weapons Base at TFU.info]''

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[[File:TF-DOTM-Target-Cyberverse-2-pack-Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Garbage-day!]]
*'''Bumblebee vs Megatron''' (Cyberverse 2-pack, 2011)
**''Accessories:'' Fuel tank halves/Double Cannons

:[[Exclusive]] to [[Target]], this release of Cyberverse Commander Megatron has a deco inspired by [[Motormaster (G1)|Generation 1 Motormaster]]. He has [[Cybertronian]] symbols around his body, one of which is the [[Dynasty of Primes]]'. He comes packed with a [[retool]] of ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' Legends class [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#TargetCyberverseVs|Bumblebee]].

:This set was also sold in Turkey as a {{w|Carrefour}} exclusive.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Decepticon/TargetMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Target Cyberverse Megatron at TFU.info]''
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====Voyager Class toys====
[[File:DOTMMegatron Voyager toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|You know, I'm beginning to like this Megaweapon.]]
*'''Megatron''' (MechTech Voyager, 2011)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''DD01'''
**''Accessories:'' MechTech Blaster/[[Fusion Cannon]], tarp/cape
{{toydesigner|[[Tomoya Miyake]] (TakaraTomy)}}

:Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (toyline)|Dark of the Moon]]'' Voyagers, ''MechTech'' Megatron now transforms into a <s>disfigured Mad Max truck</s> officially licensed Mack M915 Line-Haul Replacement Tractor and trailer, although it lacks many of the features in the movie, such as the spikes on the roof and the rope mesh on the hood. The forward half of the trailer-mounted oil tank converts into Megatron's [[MechTech]] Blaster, which in turn converts into a Fusion Cannon when the ladder is pushed in. Like all MechTech Voyager toys, his weapon can lock into this mode by pushing the ladder all the way in and rotating it to the right. Megatron has six MechTech [[5 mm post|5mm post]]/MechTech ports in vehicle mode, including three on his MechTech weapon, two on the steps below the truck cab doors, and a self-covering port (which automatically fills in the hole when a weapon is not inserted) on the roof. Though the truck cab and its "trailer" are a single entity that cannot be separated, Megatron does have an articulation joint between where the trailer and cab connect where the fifth wheel hitch would be, despite being formed from his independently-jointed legs.

:The rubbery tarp over the tanker is a two piece affair, with a detachable 'hood' accessory that slots into a port beside Megatron's neck. This deliberately obscures Megatron's badly mutilated face, a callback to the injuries he received at the climax of ''Revenge of the Fallen''. In [[robot mode]], two more MechTech ports become available on his legs, and two on the truck steps end up on his arms; all other MechTech ports from vehicle mode are still usable. Megatron's fusion cannon can even be mounted on his back, like in the movie, thanks to the truck's cab (and associated MechTech port) winding up on his back. Care should be taken when transforming the shoulders, as the tiny Mack dog hood ornament is prone to being snapped off by the shifting black bumper section. It is also quite difficult to get his chest to tab into his shoulder panels due to his arms getting in the way, and his already short pegs having to tab into very shallow holes.

:Megatron was also sold in Universal theme parks in new packaging based on the ride, advertised as a Universal Studios Exclusive, but has no visible changes from his original widespread release.

:The gun from the Evasion Mode Optimus Prime toy, released several years after, is intended to be compatible with this figure-not only is it sculpted to resemble the shotgun Megs used (twice) in the movie, a tab on the handle (not the post that was supposed to be the handle for ''Age of Extinction'' Optimus) allows him to wield it properly by slotting onto a slot on his hand. It even has 5mm posts on its side so that it can mount in movie-accurate fashion on his back!

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Decepticon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Dark of the Moon'' Voyager Megatron at TFU.info]''
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[[File:TF-DOTM-Tritanium-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Tritanium Megatron''' (MechTech Voyager, 2011)
**''Accessories'': MechTech Blaster/Fusion Cannon, tarp/cape

:This gold vacuum metallized version of Voyager Class Dark of the Moon Megatron is a prize in TakaraTomy's MechTech campaign. To qualify for winning this toy, one needed to enter the second batch of the campaign (12 August to 31 October). This toy is limited to 10 pieces.

:In 2014, Tritanium Megatron is one of the prize figures that is re-issued (probably remaining stock) again for the ''Transformers Celebration 2014'' event held at Ikebukuro Sunshine City store's Toys"R"Us.

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====Leader Class toys====
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*'''Optimus Prime versus Megatron''' (Leader two-pack, 2012)
:A re-release of the first Leader Class Megatron toy was released in a Taiwanese-exclusive Leader Class two-pack alongside the first [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#DOTMMovie2Pack|Optimus Prime]] Leader Class toy.

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[[File:LC Dark Energon Megatron (RM).jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Hey look what I found continuity surfing last night!]]
*'''Dark Energon Edition Megatron''' (Leader, 2012)
**''Accessories:'' Missile
:A redeco of the Revenge of the Fallen Leader class toy in black, silver, and purple to represent his infusion with Dark Energon, (despite not existing in this continuity) Dark Energon Edition Megatron is an Asian-exclusive release that's also available through online stores.

:An identical knockoff of the toy is available, so buyers beware! The only way to identify is the packaging's ''very obvious'' "Transforms" and "Takasa Tony" logo, and the lack of "Dark Energon Edition Megatron" text.
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[[File:Nightmare Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Nightmare Megatron''' (October 24, 2015/2017)
**''Accessories:'' Missile
:A very similar yet distinct redeco of the Revenge of the Fallen Leader Class figure, this Megatron is largely identical to the Dark Energon release but features a much brighter, almost maroon-like purple, and with some deco differences, notably on the head and arms.

:Originally released in 2015 through TakaraTomyMall and limited to 2000 pieces, Nightmare Megatron was later reissued in wider numbers in 2017.

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====''Robo Power''====
=====''Bash Bots''=====
[[File:TF-DOTM-Bash-Bots-Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|"Looks like I swatted a bee, and ''squashed a [[Sam Witwicky|bug]]''."]]
*'''Bumblebee Vs Megatron''' (2011)
{{toydesigner|[[Takashi Kunihiro]] (TakaraTomy)}}

:''Bash Bots'' Megatron is a small, rock-em-sock-em-styled toy that transforms from a super-deformed truck into a robot by pulling or pushing the lever below its built-in stand. He & his stand can connect with any Bash Bots to fight with, especially the included Bumblebee, instead of his nemesis Optimus Prime.
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=====''Activators''=====
[[File:DOTM Activators Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|owie owie i hurt my face]]
*'''Megatron''' (2011)
{{toydesigner|[[Lenny Panzica]] (Hasbro)}}

:Released as part of the [[Robo Power]] subline, Megatron possesses a one-step transformation: squeezing down on the purple section at the rear of his truck mode causes him to transform into robot mode, and squeezing down on it again will turn him back into truck mode. In robot mode, Megatron boasts both sculpted battle damage on his head and shoulder articulation.

:Megatron was released in an open package that allowed children to touch the toy, but did not allow for transformation due to twist ties and a plastic tray being present.
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=====''Robo Fighters''=====
[[File:DOTM RoboFighters Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|RICHAAAAAAARDS!]]
*'''Megatron''' (2011)

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===''Kre-O''===
[[File:KreO Megatron.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.66]]
* '''Megatron''' (2011)
**''Set number'': '''30688'''
**''Pieces'': '''310'''
**''Kreons'': [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Megatron]], [[Shockwave (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Shockwave]], [[Specialist]], [[Police Officer]]
**''Accessories'': Clip-on Megatron cannon

: The large brick-built Megatron in this ''[[Kre-O]]'' set is based on the live-action film Megatron in his ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Dark of the Moon]]'' body; the robot can be rebuilt from a robot into what resembles a Mack truck. In truck mode, up to two Kreons can ride in the front of the cab, or be locked up in a cramped prison cell at the back of the cab. The truck also features a functioning [[trailer]] hitch. In robot mode, Megatron features hands with articulated claw fingers (built on top of a pair of ''regular fists''), a shoulder-mounted pressure-launched [[missile]] launcher, as well as a small, rotating, back-mounted prison "box" of sorts.

:Like many other ''Kre-O'' sets, the [[stock photography]] and [[package art]] feature robot construction that differs from the final product, as Megatron's upper arms have several of the extraneous parts, mainly his truck cab doors, added to the construction. Whether this is due to a change in the design or the photographers creative liberty with the figure is left to be seen. The [[sticker]] sheet also features an unused sticker depicting a bolted metal panel with an amusing message ("OPTIMUS PRIME WAS HERE! [[File:Symbol autobot reg.png|15px]]") scrawled on it, although its shape and coloration suggest that it's meant to go on the back wall of the prison cell.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Decepticon/Kre-OMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:KreO-toy Megatron Universal4pack.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|He somehow gets less sharp but brighter at the same time.]]
*'''Kreon 4-Pack''' (2014)
**''Kreons'': [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Universal4pack|Bumblebee]], [[Evac (Ride)#Kre-O|Evac]] (pre-2020 releases), Megatron, [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Universal4pack|Optimus Prime]], [[N.E.S.T. Sentry]] (2020 release)
**''Accessories'': Megatron cannon

: The only non-Galvatron [[Kreon]] of movie Megatron in the ''[[Kre-O]]'' line, [[Kreon]] Megatron is based on his ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (franchise)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' body, which is odd since it's his ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (franchise)|Dark of the Moon]]'' body that shows up in the Ride (and as a photo-opportunity "mascot" character on the park grounds). He was available exclusively in a box set sold at the ''[[Transformers: The Ride – 3D]]'' gift shop at [[Universal]] Studios theme parks. After several years of only being available at the park proper, the 4-pack was eventually added to Universal's online store.

: In 2015, a new run of the set was produced, this time using the revamped-from-the-head-down 2015-style Kreon bodies (and a logo-plate rather than the older 2x4 logo-brick). Megatron's [[tampograph]]s are slightly sharper, with thinner black outlines, but are otherwise unchanged. This set would later see slight production changes; all of the figures' tampographs have gone back to thicker lines and being a bit sloppier, while Megatron's medium-pearlescent-gray plastics have been lightened considerably.

: In mid-2020, the set was revamped again, now removing Evac and replacing him with the [[N.E.S.T. Sentry]]. This version of the set uses the latter version of the other three characters with the thicker tampograph lines and lighter medium-gray plastic.

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{{note|All of the ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (franchise)|Age of Extinction]] [[Kre-O]]'' sets were [[exclusive]] to [[Toys"R"Us]] in the US... though some did eventually filter to closeout stores in mid-2015.}}
[[File:KreO-Toy GalvatronAOECustomKreon.jpg|thumb|300px|Why are drills my primary weapon, again? Did I use drills in the movie?]]
* '''Galvatron''' (Custom Kreon, 2014)
**''Set number'': '''A9230'''
**''Pieces'': '''30'''
**''Accessories'': Rack, pistol, 2 clip-on drills, treaded backpack

: Part of the second wave of ''Age of Extinction'' [[Kreon#Custom Kreons|Custom Kreon]]s, Galvatron comes with a buildable parts rack on which to hang/store his many many extra pieces. His "normal" helmet and two drills (attached to clip-on turbines/cannons) are [[Vacuum metallizing|chromed]], plus he comes with an extra clear-plastic helmet, torso and legs. He also has a pair of extra arms (originally from the ''Kre-O Battleship'' aliens) and a spare hand, plus buildable tread-backpack, and a pistol (originally a [[Klingon]] disruptor from ''Kre-O [[Star Trek]]'').

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[[File:KreO-Toy GalvatronFBKreon.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Where is the ''Kragle''!?]]
* '''Galvatron Factory Battle''' (Kre-O set, 2014)
**''Set number'': '''A6952'''
**''Pieces'': '''388'''
**''Kreons'': Bumblebee, KSI Worker (lab worker), KSI Worker (security), Dr. Littleman, Optimus Prime, Vehicon

: The centerpiece of the "[[Galvatron Factory Battle]]" set, Galvatron is rendered as a large buildable super-robot, a sort of mega-Kreon, with a new hip piece using larger balljoints. He does not seem to be based on... anything. Certainly not something that would become a vehicle.

:He's designed to fit on a large movable working slab in the factory playset.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Decepticon/Kre-OGFBGalvatron/galvatron.htm More information on Factory Battle Galvatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:KreO-Toy GalvatronGrimUnleashed.jpg|thumb|250px|And these arm-cannon things. They're neat sure, but did I lift them off of [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]]'s corpse at some point?]]
* '''Grimlock Unleashed''' (Kre-O set, 2014)
**''Set number'': '''A8600'''
**''Pieces'': '''333'''
**''Kreons'': [[Bumblebee (Kre-O)#GrimlockUnleashed|Bumblebee]], Galvatron, [[Grimlock (Kre-O)#GrimlockUnleashed|Grimlock]], [[Lockdown (ROTF)#GrimlockUnleashed|Lockdown]], [[Optimus Prime (Kre-O)#GrimlockUnleashed|Optimus Prime]]
**''Accessories'': 2 clip-on arm cannons

: The first "normal" Kreon of Galvatron available, this one was only available in the "[[Grimlock Unleashed]]" set.

: This set popped up at Toys"R"Us a few short weeks after the initial product without any advance warning... and retailed for a mere $25, despite the size of the set.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Decepticon/Kre-OGUGalvatron/galvatron.htm More information on Grimlock Unleashed Galvatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:KreO-Toy GalvatronAOEDVD.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Yes, someone bought the movie ''just'' for the Kreons. We know. We know.]]
* '''Transformers Kre-O + Movie Gift Pack''' (2014)
**''Accessories'': 2 clip-on turbine/cannons

: This Toys"R"Us [[exclusive]] Blu-Ray + DVD release of ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|Age of Extinction]]'' includes a unique Galvatron Kreon, though at first glance you probably wouldn't realize that it's different from the "Grimlock Unleashed" version (see above). This version changes up which body parts use metal-flake medium-gray plastic and which use the metallic silver plastic (including his hands), has an even ''darker'' gray helmet, and completely new tampographs all around, possibly more movie-model-accurate? It's kind of hard to tell.

:This set also included a similarly "just different enough to make you mad" [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#MovieGiftSet|Optimus Prime Kreon]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Decepticon/Kre-ODVDGalvatron/galvatron.htm More information on Movie Gift Set Galvatron at TFU.info]''
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===''Chronicle''===
[[File:Chronicletoy-CH02MovieVoyagerMegatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''G1 Megatron & Movie Megatron''' (multi-pack, 2011)
**''ID number:'' '''CH02'''
**''Accessories:'' [[MechTech]] Blaster/Fusion Cannon, tarp/cape

:This [[e-HOBBY]]-exclusive redeco of ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (toyline)|Dark of the Moon]]'' Voyager-Class Megatron comes in a two-pack with a reissue of the original [[Megatron (G1)/toys|''Generation 1'' Megatron]] [[Megatron (G1)/toys#G1MovieMegatron|toy]]. ''[[Transformers Chronicle|Chronicle]]'' Megatron replaces all of the pale brown and most of the light gray plastic with dark metallic olive-green, replaces the remaining gray plastic (including his tarp/cape) with a cooler shade, switches out the black for his wheels with dark brown, and redecoes his translucent red plastic into clear colorless plastic. Among other minor deco changes, he replaces the pale brown paint on his wheels and toolboxes/forearms with tan, features a silver-painted MechTech weapon, tanker, and front bumpers, and has some additional reddish "rust" paint details.

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[[File:Chronicle EZ MegatronMovie.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Megatron''' (EZ Collection, 2011)

:A redeco of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends-Class Megatron was released in Japan as part of the ''Chronicle'' EZ Collection line. This toy was only available [[Blindpacking|blindpacked]].

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===''Bot Shots''===
[[File:Bot Shots S1 BP004 Megatron.jpg|thumb|300px]]
*'''Nemesis Prime / Megatron / Acid Storm''' (Multi-pack, 2012)
**''Series'': '''1'''
**''Number'': '''BP004'''
***''Fist strength'': '''170'''
***''Blaster strength'': '''820'''
***''Sword strength'': '''625'''

:Part of the first wave of ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Series 1 three-packs, Megatron is a teeny tank that borrows some elements from both the ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)|War for Cybertron]]'' and ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (franchise)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' Megatron designs. He has [[Autotransformation|a spring-loaded automatic transformation]] to robot mode triggered when his front is pressed, and has a "spinner" in his chest that shows his three attack types and power levels.

:He comes with [[Nemesis Prime (G1)|Nemesis Prime]] and [[Acid Storm (G1)|Super Bot Acid Storm]]. He shares parts with [[Brawl (Movie)#Bot Shots|Decepticon Brawl]] and [[Shockwave (Movie)#Bot Shots|Shockwave]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/BS3pkMegatron/megatron.htm More information on 3-pack Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BStoy-MegatronLauncher.jpg|thumb|300px]]
*'''Megatron Launcher''' (Launcher, 2012)
**''Series'': '''1'''
**''Number'': '''BL002'''
**''Acessories'': Trailer/ launcher base
***''Fist strength'': '''530'''
***''Blaster strength'': '''900'''
***''Sword strength'': '''210'''

:Part of the first wave of ''Bot Shots'' Series 1 Launchers, this is a [[redeco]] of the ''Bot Shots'' tank Megatron mold in bronze. He comes with a large "trailer" tank body extension that transforms into a battle station with flip-out cannons and a launching mechanism. The large, main cannon on the launcher has detailing reminiscent of the original [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]'s [[fusion cannon]], such as the "dials" on the sides.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/BSLMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Launcher Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Bot_Shots_Super_Bot_Megatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px]]
*'''Megatron''' (2012)
**''Series'': '''1'''
**''Number'': '''Super Bot 003'''
***''Fist strength'': '''285'''
***''Blaster strength'': '''465'''
***''Sword strength'': '''870'''

:Part of the third wave of ''Bot Shots'' Series 1 single-packs, "Super Bot" Megatron transforms into a semi-truck with trailer, taking inspiration from the ''[[Kre-O]]'' and ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Dark of the Moon]]'' Megatrons. As a Super Bot, he has more lopsided stats (sorta), and was [[Shortpacking|shortpacked]] one per case.

:This mold was redecoed into [[Motormaster (G1)|Motorbreath]]. He shares parts with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Bot Shots|Optimus Prime]] and Nemesis Prime.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/BSSBMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Super Bot Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BStoy-BattlefortheMatrix-LauncherMegatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px]]
*'''Battle for the Matrix''' (Multi-pack, 2012)
**''Series'': '''1'''
**''Number'': '''UB003'''
***''Fist strength'': '''875'''
***''Blaster strength'': '''330'''
***''Sword strength'': '''415'''

: This redeco of the tank version of Megatron is cast in a warmer, non-metallic shade of black, with bronze details, a brighter silver face, and brighter red eyes. He comes with a redeco of his launcher, also in black, bronze, and silver.

: The set also comes with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#BotShotBattleForMatrix|Optimus Prime with his launcher]], [[Brawl (Movie)#BotShotBattleForMatrix|Decepticon Brawl]], [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#BotShotBattleForMatrix|Bumblebee]], and a [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Bot Shots|Matrix]] prize.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/BSBFTMMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Battle for the Matrix Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BStoy-CybertruckMegatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Megatron doesn't ''need'' your puny windshields.]]
*'''Megatron''' (2012)
**''Series'': '''1'''
**''Number'': '''B018'''
***''Fist strength'': '''800'''
***''Blaster strength'': '''520'''
***''Sword strength'': '''300'''

:Part of the fifth wave of ''Bot Shots'' Series 1 single-packs, this Megatron is a redeco of Super Bot Megatron in opaque plastics and with a painted "tanker" trailer section. The online Bot Shots checklist refers to this toy as "Megatron Cybertruck", a name not found on the packaging.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/BSB018Megatron/megatron.htm More information on "Cybertruck" Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BotShots Dragon Megatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Infused with the power of DORK Energon.]]
*'''Dragon Track''' (Playset, 2013)
**''Series'': '''2'''
**''Number'': '''UB002'''
***''Fist strength'': '''480'''
***''Blaster strength'': '''735'''
***''Sword strength'': '''405'''
**''Accessories'': Launcher

:Available only with the Dragon Track set, this version of Megatron is a new Flip Shot mold, changing into a purple jet with animalistic styling on its nose, and featuring a robot mode that's inspired more by ''[[Transformers: Prime (franchise)|Prime]]'' Megatron. An impact to the front of the jet will cause Megatron to flip back into robot mode. He comes with a launcher that can be connected to the track, as well as [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#DragonTrack|Flip Shot Optimus Prime and his launcher]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/BSDTMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Dragon Track Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BotShots FireAssault Megatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px|"I—I stayed out in the sun too long, okay!?"]]
*'''Decepticon Fire Assault Team''' (Multi-pack, 2013)
**''Series'': '''2'''
**''Number'': '''T016'''
***''Fist strength'': '''290'''
***''Blaster strength'': '''86?'''
***''Sword strength'': '''462'''

:A redeco of the original Megatron mold in red and orange, this version of Megatron was available in a five-pack with similar redecos of [[Shockwave (Movie)#FireAssaultTeam|Shockwave]], [[Starscream (G1)/toys#FireAssaultTeam|Starscream]], [[Barricade (Movie)/toys#FireAssaultTeam|Barricade]], and [[Lockdown (ROTF)#FireAssaultTeam|Lockdown]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/BSDFAMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Fire Assault Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BStoy-SpinShotMegatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px|At least, we think it's a car.]]
*'''Megatron''' (2013)
**''Series'': '''2'''
**''Number'': '''B008'''
***''Fist strength'': '''725'''
***''Blaster strength'': '''220'''
***''Sword strength'': '''675'''

:Part of the third wave of ''Bot Shots'' Series 2 single-packs, this new-mold Megatron transforms into a vaguely-animalistic black-and-silver car with wings, and with a robot mode that's also inspired by ''Prime'' Megatron. As a Spin Shot, one manually winds up his upper body beforehand when transforming him into vehicle mode, where striking the front of the vehicle will cause him to burst open and spin while auto-transforming.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/BSSSMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Spin Shot Megatron at TFU.info]''

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===''Age of Extinction''===
====''Robots in Disguise''====
{{note|The Japanese releases of the toys below features no changes from the American release, other than the packaging.}}
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[[File:AoE 1-step Galvatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Movie-verse [[Grand Galvatron]].]]
*'''Galvatron''' (One-Step Changer, 2014)
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)}}

:Part of the fourth wave of One-Step Changers, Galvatron transforms into a licensed 2012 Freightliner Argosy truck cab. His transformation is triggered when you depress a tab on the back of his wind vane and spin the wind vane a full 360 degrees, deploying his robot mode. Rotating the wind vane clockwise changes him back into a truck. He features articulation at his shoulders.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Decepticon/OSCGalvatron/galvatron.htm More information on One-Step Changer Galvatron at TFU.info]''
*'''Final Battle 4-Figure Set''' (Multi-pack, 2014-[[October 18|10-18]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''LA-SP'''
:Galvatron was later released in the Final Battle 4-Pack (along with Sliver Knight Optimus Prime, Slug, and Helicopter Drift) by Takara Tomy.
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[[File:AoE 1-step ROTF Megatron.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67| "Ignore me, it's better that way."]]
*'''Megatron''' (One-Step Changer, 2014)
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)}}

:Part of the fifth wave of One-Step Changers, Megatron changes from Cybertronian tank mode to robot mode at the push of a button. He features articulation at his shoulders. As with many tail-end ''Age of Extinction'' products, Megatron saw poor distribution and is among the most rare figures from the line and demands crazy hefty sums on the secondary market.

:Oddly, this toy is based on Megatron's ''Revenge of The Fallen'' body, is packaged in a card depicting his ''Dark of the Moon'' self, and was released in the ''Age of Extinction'' toyline. Confused yet?
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[[File:Power-battler-aoe-galvatron.jpg|right|300px|thumb|A little hip articulation would have gone SO far.]]
*'''Galvatron''' (Power Attacker, 2014)
**''Japanese ID Number'': '''LA18'''

:Released in the third wave of Power Attackers figures, Galvatron changes again into a licensed Freightliner Argosy. Pressing a tab on his back sends a rather intricate and ornate vortex grinder telescoping out of his chest.
[[File:TF-AOE-Power-Attacker-Galvatron-packaging-variants.jpg|left|200px|thumb]]
:Despite having a deluxe-sized robot mode, his vehicle mode is ''smaller'' than his one-step counterpart.

:Galvatron is released in two different packaging variants: he is either released in open, bubble-less card in robot mode, or boxed packaging in vehicle mode.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Decepticon/PBGalvatron/galvatron.htm More information on Power Attacker Galvatron at TFU.info]''

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====''Generations''====
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[[File:TF4-Voyager-Galvatron.JPG|upright=1.66|thumb|'''''[[Trukk not munky|KANNON NOT TRUKK]]''''' ''(Hasbro Version pictured)'']]
[[File:Takara-tomy-movie-advanced-galvatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|You want me, and [[BigBadToyStore|you can have me]]. ''(TakaraTomy Version pictured)'']]
*'''Galvatron''' (Voyager, 2014)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''AD22'''
**''Accessories:'' Cannon, Missile
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)|[[Hironori Kobayashi]] (deco, TakaraTomy)}}

:Part of the second wave of ''Age of Extinction: [[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' Voyager Class toys, Galvatron transforms into a 2012 Freightliner Argosy. Given that it would be impossible to emulate his on-screen transformation, he is a ''complete'' [[Shellformer|shell-former]], with his truck mode folding up solely along his back and calves. As with Evasion Optimus Prime, he has a different paint scheme than seen on his packaging, with fewer paint applications on his body and weapon. His cannon can either be held like a gun or fitted on his hand in a way that appears as if it is coming out of his arm.

:Due to his transformation scheme and design, his thighs are disproportionally short. The ankle hinges that fold his feet up in truck mode also make his lower legs extremely long by about half an inch, adding extra wire-like details that aren't present on his [[character model|CGI model]].

:Galvatron's package is the only packaging in the Age of Extinction toyline thus far that neglects to mention what his alternate mode is called. The only mention of Freightliner being involved with his alternate mode is in the tiny copyright information section of the box.

:The ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (toyline)#Movie Advanced Series|Movie Advanced Series]]'' version adds some additional paint applications for a more screen-accurate look, most notably, a darker face with yellowish-red eyes. This mold was later retooled into JD.com exclusive [[JD Red Knight]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Decepticon/Galvatron/galvatron.htm More information on ''Generations'' Galvatron at TFU.info]''

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===''Construct-Bots''===
[[File:Construct-bots-dinobot-riders-galvatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"No! Impossible! They're ruining everything!"]]
* '''Galvatron''' (Dinobot Riders, 2014)
**''Accessories'': Cannon
:Galvatron is a smaller toy that transforms into a futuristic truck. Galvatron can ride any of the larger Dinobot sets. His vehicle mode is photographed backwards in the stock photos.

:Like Starscream, Dinobot Riders Galvatron never saw release.

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* '''Galvatron with ???''' (Dinobot Warriors, 2014)
:Galvatron is a larger set that transforms from a futuristic truck into a robot. He probably comes with a Dinobot partner that can change into accessories.

:Unfortunately, Dinobot Warriors Galvatron never saw release.

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===''Timelines''===
[[File:BotCon2015-Megatron.jpg|right|thumb|300px|GIVE ME [[Megatron (G1)|''YOUR'' FACE]]!]]
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*'''Cybertron's Most Wanted''' (BotCon 2015 box set)
**''Accessories'': [[Scalpel (ROTF)|Scalpel]], [[Heavyweight]], and [[Boombox]] Arms Micron

:<s>C-81</s> Megatron is a retool of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)|Transformers: Prime]]'' [[Silas#Prime|Silas Breakdown]] sans the Silas panel piece, a toy which was originally exclusive to Japan. Now with a new head that evokes both the original Megatron and the live-action Megatron, he transforms into his massive armored truck mode, which features a single C joint bar at the rear of the truck and multiple 5mm pegholes. He comes with three smaller partners: Scalpel, Heavyweight, and Boombox. This toy was previously retooled from regular old "[[Breakdown (WFC)|War Breakdown]]," also exclusive to Japan.

: According to [[Jesse Wittenrich]], the [[BotCon]] team wanted to bring over the Japan-only War Breakdown mold, with [[Wreck-Gar (G1)|Wreck-Gar]], [[Cannonball (disambiguation)|Cannonball]] and [[Motormaster (G1)|Motormaster]] all being considered. However, these bots, among others weren't selected as their heads would need to be shrunken down to fit the mold, forcing him to look into non G1 trucks, eventually leading to ''Dark of the Moon'' Megatron being selected.<ref>{{citesocial|link=https://twitter.com/JesseWittenrich/status/1763977873084371193|year=2024|month=03|day=02|name=Jesse Wittenrich|site=Twitter|quote=BotCon wanted to bring the Breakdown mold to the US, and were looking at everything from Wreck-Gar, Cannonball, to Motormaster. But a traditional design head wouldn't fit in the chest without being small, so I looked at non-G1 Decepticon trucks. Which led to DotM Megatron}}</ref>
:[[Megatron (Movie)/toys#TargetCyberverseVs|The above Motormaster based repaint of Megatron's ''Cyberverse'' figure]] also played a part.
<ref>{{citesocial|link=https://twitter.com/JesseWittenrich/status/1765169314011705394?t=vLXLpQE3LEF7rWaFiA2ozA&s=19|year=2024|month=03|day=06|name=Jesse Wittenrich|site=Twitter|quote=This repaint of the Cyberverse Megatron toy also helped with the leap from Motormaster concept to DotM Megatron}}</ref>

:Megatron was available exclusively in a five-figure box set, packaged with [[Battletrap (G1)|Battletrap]], [[Packrat]], [[Stepper (SG)|''Shattered Glass'' Stepper]], and [[Oilmaster]].

::*''[http://tfu.info/2015/Decepticon/BCMegatron/megatron.htm More info on Botcon 2015 Megatron on TFU.info]''

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===''EZ Collection Gum''===
*'''Megatron''' (EZ Collection Gum)

:Released as part of the blindpacked ''EZ Collection Gum'' series, this Megatron is basically a clean version of the "battle damaged" figure seen in the second wave of the EZ Collection set.

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===''Movie The Best''===
[[File:Transformers-Movie-MB-03-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Wait, never mind.]]
*'''Megatron''' (Voyager, [[2017]]-[[February 4|02-04]])
**''Japanese ID Number'': '''MB-03'''
**''Accessories'': Missile

:Released as part of TakaraTomy's ''[[Transformers Movie The Best]]'' toyline to conclude the 10th anniversary of the [[live-action film series]], this Megatron is an extensive redeco of his Voyager Class toy, featuring a screen-accurate/concept art-accurate deco unlike his two cancelled ''Unite for the Universe'' and ''Megatron Rising'' set's figure.

:Like the rest of the ''Movie The Best'' figures, Megatron is packaged in Vehicle Mode.

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[[File:TF-Movie-The-Best-MB-14-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|You customized your figure already? too bad.]]
*'''Megatron''' (Leader, [[2018]]-[[February 24|2-24]])
**''Japanese ID Number'': '''MB-14'''
**''Accessories'': Sword-axe, Fusion Cannon, two flame effects

:This Megatron is a slight redeco of the Premier Edition Leader Class figure below, featuring a more screen-accurate gray plastic, and slightly darker gold paint details and a red mark on his right face, evoking his appearance in the film.

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===''The Last Knight''===
====''Turbo Changers''====
[[File:TLK-toy TTC Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|]]
*'''Megatron''' (Tiny Turbo Changer, 2017)
**''Series'': '''2'''
**''Bag code'': '''B'''

:Released in Series 2 of [[Tiny Turbo Changers]], Megatron changes from robot to Cybertronian jet and back. This toy uses the design from ''The Last Knight'' and features ball-jointed shoulders and his hands are compatible with ''[[Cyberverse (toyline)|Cyberverse]]'' weapons and other small accessories.

:The final product differs slightly from the promotional images, his arms are painted in a ''much'' darker grey.

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[[File:TF-TLK-Turbo-Changers-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Megatron''' (1-Step Turbo Changer, 2017)
**''Japanese Release Date'': 2017-[[July 15|07-15]]
**''Japanese ID Number'': '''TLK-16'''

:Released as part of the second wave of Turbo Changers, Megatron is a Scout-ish toy that converts from Cybertronian Jet into robot in just one...no, a few steps, by folding his wings down, fold the whole jet into his robot mode, and flip out the legs.

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[[File:TF-TLK-RtS-Turbo-Changer-6-pack-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''1-Step Turbo Changer 6 Pack''' (2017)
**''Accessories'': Axe, Club, 2 spear-like weapons, Scimitar, Shield

:This Megatron is a redeco of the figure above, featuring various Tech Spec-sque patterns on Jet mode nose and his pair of arms, which can be decoded with their transparent red weapons, which is molded in a sprue similar to the ones used for the Arms Microns kits & ''Robots in Disguise (2015)'' Mini-Con figures. Megatron is the only figure in this set who is actually left unarmed, but he can use the other Bots' weapons in this set. The deco appears similar to his Mission to Cybertron Legion class figure.

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[[File:TF-TLK-Knight-Armor-Turbo-Changer-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''(Hasbro version pictured)'']]
[[File:TF-TLK-TC-03-Big-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''(TakaraTomy version pictured)'']]
*'''Megatron''' (Knight Armor Turbo Changer, 2017/2018)
**''Japanese Name'': '''Big Megatron'''
**''Japanese ID Number'': '''TC-03'''
**''Japanese release date'': '''2018-[[February 3|02-03]]'''

:Knight Armor Turbo Changer Megatron is a Voyager-sized figure that transforms from a Cybertronian Jet to robot in just a few steps. His only articulation is the elbows, and he features 5mm compatible hands. He also features a "Knight Armor" gimmick, which consists of his mask popping out to his head with the press of the button on his back. Take note that you need to flip back the mask manually before you turn him back into Cybertronian Jet Mode. His arm-mounted Fusion Cannon is very, very small.

:The TakaraTomy release of the figure features extensive paint applications to resembles his on-screen appearances, and his pop-out mask is now vacuum metallized with some metallic red and gold details.
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====Legion Class====
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[[File:TF-TLK-Legion-Class-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"You were right, Diana, they don't deserve our help. They only deserve destruction."]]
*'''Megatron''' (Legion, 2017)

:Released in wave 2 of legion class figures, Megatron changes from Cybertronian jet to robot in a few simple steps. His nose cone rotates to reveal a sculpted fusion cannon barrel on his right arm. His hands are compatible with 3mm post weapons. For his size, he is quite well articulated, though most of it is used for his transformation scheme.

:In Japan, Megatron was available as a giveaway item for Mitsui Shopping Park's Toys"R"Us stores located at Lalaport Tokyo Bay, and he can be obtained by purchasing 5000 yen worth of ''Transformers'' products. The figure is limited to the first 300 customers, by the way.

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[[File:TF-TLK-TV-Magazine-Burning-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|That's a...spicy Meg-a-tron!]]
*'''Burning Megatron''' (TV-Kun exclusive freebie, 2017-[[August 1|08-01]])

:Burning Megatron is a redeco of the Legion Class Megatron in entirely red with some hint of gold, and he was released as a freebie for the September 2017 issue of ''[[TV Magazine]]'' (along with a DIY Geed Riser paper craft from ''Ultraman Geed''). Megatron also comes with cutout stands of Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Sqweeks, Grimlock, and Drift, which was reused from the main stock photos of the Takara release of the figures, printed with Ultraman Geed's cutout mask.

:It should be noted that ''every'' photos of the toy featured in the magazine (including the commercial) is slightly mistansformed: his cockpit/cannon is not rotated in robot mode, although the magazine's 115th page shows that his cannon is rotated correctly. It didn't help that [[The Explosive Birth of Energon Charge Bumblebee|his illustrated appearances]] also utilizes the same mistranformation.

:Explosive Burning Sword not included.
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[[File:TF-TLK-Walmart-Legion-Megatron-and-Berserker-2-pack.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Megatron & Berserker''' (Mission to Cybertron 2-pack, 2017)

:The unchanged release of Legion Class Megatron was available in a two-pack with [[Berserker]], a redeco of [[Breakdown (WFC)#Cyberverse|''Prime'' Legion Class Breakdown]], under the ''Autobots Unite'' subline imprint. This set was ''intended'' to be [[exclusive]] to [[Walmart]] stores in the United States, but although it ''was'' stocked by the Walmart US online store, it supposedly never actually made it to brick and mortar Walmart stores, instead ending up at US discount retailers, primarily Ross stores. Internationally, it was available in Hong Kong (possibly as a non-exclusive general retail release), at Walmart's subsidiary Asda in the United Kingdom, as a Prisma exclusive in Finland, and as a Walmart exclusive in Mexico. It was also listed at the websites of Dutch retailers Bart Smit and Intertoys (owned by the same parent company), but again, it's unsure if it was ever actually released in the Netherlands.
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[[File:TF-TLK-Mission-to-Cybertron-Legion-Class-2-pack-BvM-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|'''"MEGATRON'S ARMS ARE NOT BLUE! FIX MEGATRON'S ARMS IMMEDIATELY HASBRO!!!111"''']]
*'''Bumblebee VS Megatron''' (Mission to Cybertron 2-pack, 2017)

:Available along with Bumblebee, this Megatron is a repaint of the Legion Class figure above, sporting the same paint mask as the original Legion Class release, but features ''<s>blue</s> blue-ish purple arms'', feet and canopy. He features Cybertronic glyphs on the left side of his canopy, which translates as his own name.

:He and Bumblebee was available as as Toys"R"Us exclusive, including Japan, which also makes the first Legion Class ''The Last Knight'' Megatron to be released in Japanese retail.
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====''Titan Changers''====
[[File:TF-TLK-Titan-Changer-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|This diet is ''killin''' me! .....help me.]]
*'''Megatron''' (Titan Changer, 2017)

:''Titan Changers'' Megatron is an all-new mold that transforms from a tall robot into a Cybertronian Jet in just 5 easy steps! He features a minimal articulation on the arms and 5mm-compatible hands, though he cannot hold weapons with longer handles/hilts due to the wing kibble.
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====''Allspark Tech''====
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[[File:Transformers-TLK-Allspark Tech-Megatron.jpg|thumb|300px|No, not the [[AllSpark]] again!]]
*'''Megatron''' (Allspark Tech, 2017)

:Released as part of the individual carded ''Allspark Tech'' figures, This Megatron is a super-deformed styled robot that converts into a deformed Cybertronian jet and back. His chest also features a cavity for the electronic Allspark Cube (Oh, [[Transformers (film)|the irony!]]), which gives him different sound effects for his robot & vehicle modes. He also features 5mm compatible hands, but no weapon accessories.

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====''Premier Edition''====
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[[File:TF-TLK-Mission-to-Cybertron-Deluxe-Class-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''New Megatron Is punishing His Fusion cannon is illin'!'']]
*'''Megatron''' (Mission to Cybertron Deluxe Class, 2017)
**''Accessories'': 2 wingtips/cannon
{{toydesigner|[[Joe Kyde]] (Hasbro)}}

:"Mission to Cybertron" Megatron is a redeco/new head retool of [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Deluxe|''Generations Thrilling 30'' Megatron]] (and also the first Deluxe Class Movie Megatron toy that is not a Fast Action Battler), featuring a new head based on his appearance in the movie, albeit in a ''Generation 1''-ish style. He transforms from robot into Don Figueroa's stealth bomber design from IDW Publishing's ''[[The Transformers (IDW)|The Transformers]]'' ongoing series (which resembles a Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit). In robot mode, his wingtips detach to combine and transform into his fusion cannon. The cannon can peg into 5mm ports on his hands and forearms. Many figures were erroneously released with [[Quality control|two left fists]]. The instructions still depict his original mold's head.

:As with most "Mission to Cybertron" figures, Megatron features Cyberglyphics on both sides of the wings/fusion cannon, which translate to his own name. He also comes with a card, with the glyphs being decoded as "ENERGON", while the back features a piece (which includes Megatron) for the 6-part "Mission to Cybertron" poster.

:The figure also saw release in Japan, also as a Toys"R"Us exclusive (''stealth'' Megatron), without any changes from the American release. This mold was also used to make ''Generations'' [[Dreadwing (G2)#Generations|Dreadwing]] and ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Krok (G1)#Timelines|Krok]].

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[[File:TF-TLK-Voyager-Megatron.jpg|upright=2|thumb|He's gonna axe you a question.]]
*'''Megatron''' (Voyager Class, 2017)
**''Japanese release date:'' '''2017-[[August 5|08-05]]'''
**''Accessories'': [[Megatron's Konda|Konda sword]]
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)}}

:Released in the second wave of ''Premier Edition'' Voyagers, Megatron transforms from robot to Cybertronian jet. It is armed with a weapon resembling the [http://www.higgins-collection.org/artifacts/1605 Ikakalaka] weapon, and it can be stored on the robot's back which also can end up under the cockpit in jet mode if left place, or may be stored on the jet's top. While the fusion cannon on the right forearm is non-removable, it can be folded up against the back of his arm to replicate his ‘unarmed’ look in the movie. While the figure appears nearly black in promotional images, it's actually a metallic graphite gray with darker gunmetal gray paint applications. As with the other TLK Megatron figure, this one lacks the red facial "scar" from the film, but has red light piping in the eyes, forehead... and neck! The jet mode cockpit is also cast in transparent red. The port on the robot back/jet undercarriage is compatible with most figure flight stands. The jet mode lacks any sort of landing gear. There is a minor variant, in regards to the Decepticon symbol. While the stock photos and vast majority of the release feature the Decepticon symbol as it appears with its movie styling, some copies have been found sporting the traditional Decepticon logo, with the difference being in the eyes.

:Some stock photos depict Megatron's sword handle as being an unpainted red, however the final release and later stock photos have it the same color as the rest of the sword. The stock renders also depict the sword's bladed section and several body details being painted silver.

:The figure saw release in Japan as a Toys"R"Us exclusive. As with most Wave 2 Deluxes and Voyagers, Megatron's release was delayed in some territories, leading to [[Toy scalping|scalping]] on the aftermarket.

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[[File:TF-TLK-Leader-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|]]
*'''Megatron''' (Leader, 2017)
**''Japanese ID number'': '''TLK-19'''
**''Accessories'': Konda sword, Fusion Cannon, two flame effects
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)}}

:Part of the first wave of ''Premier Edition'' Leader Class figures, Megatron changes from Cybertronian jet to robot and back. He includes a large sword-axe which can store on his back in robot mode, and on the top of his jet in his vehicle form. In addition, he also comes with two flame effects which can plug into his turbine exhausts in jet mode or his arm-mounted fusion cannon in robot mode. On the back of his head there is a lever that can be pulled up to rotate a portion of his head, and close in the tusks to form his battle mask; this he space limitations that this gimmick needs makes his unmasked jaw hilariously skinny. In jet mode, he has an opening cockpit and his nosecone can be opened up to expose the fusion cannon by the push of a button right behind the cockpit. Because this action is spring-loaded and the two halves of the nosecone are made of soft plastic, it does not hold together well. When the cannon barrel is retracted in robot mode, the fusion cannon vaguely resembles the shield he's seen wielding on the [[Package art|package art]].

:Of all the Megatron toys above, this Leader Class figure bears the largest jet mode in the lineup.

:His battle axe was redecoed as a promotional campaign item, which used gold chrome. In 2018, Megatron is released along with either 1) [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#CaliburOP|Calibur Optimus Prime]] as part of the "Optimus Prime VS Megatron" set, or 2) [[Berserker#The Last Knight|Berserker]] and [[Nitro Zeus#The Last Knight|Decepticon Nitro]] as part of the "Decepticon Set". Both sets are exclusive to Takara Tomy Mall.

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[[File:TF-TLK-TF-Expo-2017-Taiwan-Lucky-Draw-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|So, you have the blood of the old gods in you! The old gods died.]]
*'''Megatron Gold Version''' (Leader Class, 2017)
**''Accessories'': Sword-axe, Fusion Cannon, two flame effects

:Available as a lottery prize for Taiwan TF Expo 2017, this Megatron is a vacuum-metallized redeco (this includes unpaintable plastic) of the Leader Class figure above.
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===''Transformers Fan Book''===
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*'''''[[Transformers Fan Book 2020]]''''' (TV-Magazine Mook, 2020)

:This release of the Legion Class ''The Last Knight'' Megatron mold is a slight repaint of the original, with the chest and lower jaw being painted with the very same gold used for the toes and the canopy. He is packed with an unchanged version of [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Transformers Fan Book|''The Last Knight'' Legion Class Optimus Prime mold as it appeared in the Mission to Cybertron 2-pack]] as part of the "Battle Set" freebie included in the 2020 edition of [[Kodansha]]'s ''[[Transformers Fan Book (series)|Transformers Fan Book]]''.
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===''Turbo Change Series''===
*'''Megatron''' ([[April 21]], 2018)
**''Japanese ID Number'': '''TC-07'''

:''Turbo Change Series'' Megatron is essentially a re-release of the Turbo Changer figure with new packaging. Like most of the wave's Turbo Changers, Megatron is likely to feature a pin on the legs that is used to activate the second Battle Command Optimus Prime toy's gimmicks.

:In 2019, the toy was given away free for the school kids who attended the [https://art.parco.jp/parcomuseum/detail/?id=168 ”The World Of Transformers” Exhibition] held at the Parco Museum in Ikebukuro from March 15th to Monday, April 1st, 2019.

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===''Studio Series''===
[[File:StudioSeries-13-MV2-Voyager-Megatron.jpg|thumb|350px|Har, har, you bought ''Movie The Best'' Voyager Megatron didn't ya?]]
* '''Megatron''' (Voyager Class, [[2018]])
**''Movie'': '''''Revenge of the Fallen'''''
**''Hasbro ID number:'' '''13'''
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''SS-11'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[July 28]], 2018
**''Accessories:'' "Forest Fight" backdrop (1st version)
{{toydesigner|[[Takashi Kunihiro]] (TakaraTomy)}}

:''[[Studio Series]]'' Megatron transforms into a Cybertronian tank and is generally more accurate to his appearance in ''Revenge of the Fallen''. It features a flip-out sword for his [[death-lock pincer]] with an articulated thumb sticking out of the side to make up for his lack of a right hand, as well as side turrets for his tank mode. His tank mode is ''mostly'' accurate to the film, however, it does not include its wings. The figure also includes a cardboard backdrop depicting the forest battle in ''Revenge of the Fallen''.

:The lower rear leg panels fall off very easily due to the pegs being molded too short. Due to transformation, Megatron is left with a glaringly hollow robot mode if viewed from the sides; this problem can be somewhat rectified by gently forcing the turrets downward.

:While some [[Toy Fair]] [[Toy Fair 2018|2018]] painted samples showed Megatron with a dark, metallic color scheme, the final product features light grey plastic. Likewise, the CG stock render depicts Megatron having brighter & duller gold parts instead of the final product's bronze, and his pair of turrets is depicted as being molded in black, among other minor deco differences, including a Decepticon symbol on his left shoulder that was omitted. The sword on the render is also bent impossibly far upwards, clipping into the rest of his cannon arm.

:Unsurprisingly, the [https://tfwiki.net/mediawiki/images2/archive/1/16/20180531120445%21StudioSeries-13-MV2-Voyager-Megatron.jpg stock photo] featured on many websites don't have the feet fully transformed (making them look long and flat). As shown in the accurately-transformed figure to the right: his toes can split in two; the back half of the foot must be folded down for accuracy; and the kibble that forms his face-guard in tank mode helps balance the feet out. Speaking of feet: the small wheel on Megatron's right foot in the CG stock render is molded in the same light gray color, while the other small wheels are molded in the same color as the treads.

:Later issues of this mold have a problem with the left ankle - the pin holding it in place with the shin is inserted too far on the inside. With some figures, this issue severely affects the poseability of the left leg. Another as-of-yet unidentified issue in the right leg can also cause the right front treads to lift high off the ground in tank mode, which can be annoying.

:Megatron is one of the earliest victims of rapid photodegradation; His unpaintable gray joints can potentially give a yellow tint.

:In a rather ''bizarre'' case of parts reuse, several of this figure's parts (notably the arm joints and the hip pieces) were also used for ''Studio Series'' Leader Class [[Shockwave (Movie)#Studio Series|Shockwave]], whereas his chest piece was also used for ''Studio Series'' Voyager Class Megatron in his body from the 2007 film (see below).

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[[File:TF-SS-33-Battle-Damaged-Megatron.jpg|thumb|350px| So ''that's'' why he has a hollow torso.]]
* '''Battle Damaged Megatron''' (Voyager Class, [[2019]])
**''Movie'': '''''Revenge of the Fallen'''''
**''ID number:'' '''31'''
**''Accessories:'' "[[Operation: Firestorm|Pyramid Desert Battle]]" backdrop (1st version)

:Released to commemorate the 10th anniversary of ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'', this ''Studio Series'' Megatron is a redeco and retool of the figure above, featuring a metallic shade of plastic with some paint wash details, multiple parts casted in a very dark grey and metallic plastic, and a new damaged head representing his injuries from Optimus Prime at the end of the movie. The figure includes a cardboard backdrop depicting the [[Operation: Firestorm]] desert battle.

:The figure was first stocked by Hong Kong online shops without any prior announcement from Hasbro. In March, the [http://www.toysrus.ca/product/index.jsp?productId=169340646 figure was listed in Toys"R"Us Canada's online store]. Around the same time, the figure was released as a Target exclusive in the US. It later saw a re-release by Target in late 2021.

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[[File:Studio-Series-34-MV3-Leader-Megatron.jpg|thumb|350px|Homeless millionaire!]]
*'''Megatron''' (Leader Class, 2019)
**''Movie'': '''''Dark of the Moon'''''
**''Hasbro ID number:'' '''34'''
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''SS-27'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[March 23]], 2019
**''Accessories:'' Cloak, chains, shotgun, [[Igor#Studio Series|Igor]] minifigure, "[[Namibia|Serengeti Hideout]]" backdrop

:This ''Studio Series'' Megatron transforms into a licensed Mack M915 Line-Haul Replacement Tractor and is accurate to his appearance in ''Dark of the Moon'', complete with a new cloak accessory and chains. He also comes with a shotgun, a minifigure of [[Igor]], and a cardboard backdrop display depicting the Decepticon camp in [[Namibia]], [[Africa]]. The Igor figure can plug into small pegs behind his head in robot mode or on the truck mode's trailer.

:Megatron's shot gun can store underneath the cab of the truck or on his robot back using a small peg. The shotgun is actually molded in beige plastic and then completely coated with gunmetal and silver paint for increased screen-accuracy. Care should be taken when tabbing in his shotgun to his hand as the hand's rubbery plastic can strip away the gun's paint, especially if left there for prolonged periods of time. While only the right hand is molded to be able to hold it via 5 mm post, a small peg near the handle allows him to wield the shotgun in his left hand by plugging it into a gap on his thumb, though it takes some fiddling with his fingers (which are also molded in soft plastic) to make it look presentable.

:It can be difficult to get enough clearance in truck mode for the cab's rear wheels to roll freely, as the chest pieces hang very low to the ground when in alternate mode. In addition, due to the sheer length of the truck mode and the internal forces from plastic tolerances, it can be difficult to get all ten wheels on the ground at once. The peg that connects the truck frame together in prevents his left calf from sliding completely flush into his leg, but this does not affect posability.

:The rubber chains take a bit of stretching to properly attach. Some orientations are easier to hook on than others, and the order of operations can also make it easier or harder to get all four eyelets hooked in place. As a result of the transformation, the truck cab is noticeably hollow, and cannot pivot at the trailer connection. As the front grills/spikes are molded in soft plastic, the pieces may warp in robot mode, in and out of package.

:Presumably as a result of being accidentally assigned to the wrong toy during the same photo shoot, the Hasbro stock photos of Megatron depict [[Jetfire (Movie)#Studio Series|Jetfire]]'s cane as an accessory, rather than Jetfire's own stock photos.

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[[File:TF-Studio-Series-Universal-Studios-Megatron.jpg|thumb|350px|Warning: Figure may shoot you if you attempt to do the ''[[Fortnite]]'' dance.]]
*'''As Seen In Parks Megatron''' (Leader Class, 2019)
**''Movie'': '''''Transformers: The Ride – 3D'''''
**''ID number:'' '''48'''
**''Accessories:'' Shotgun, chains, "Megatron Wreaks Havoc on Universal Studios" backdrop

:Planned as a [[Transformers: Universal Studios|Universal Studios]] exclusive, this Megatron is a redeco of the Leader Class figure above, featuring an entirely gray body meant to resemble the Megatron meet and greet in Universal Studios. Unlike the previous ''Studio Series'' Leader Class figure, he does not come with the cloak accessory or the minifigure of Igor. His backdrop depicts the door and queue area where the Megatron performer exits and greets park guests.

:Though we're not ''entirely'' sure whether "As Seen In Parks Megatron" is indeed supposed to be the toy's official name, the "As Seen In Parks" descriptor ''is'' featured in the same location where other ''Studio Series'' toys have their prefixes, such as "[[Stinger (AOE)#Studio Series|Decepticon Stinger]]", "[[Ratchet (Movie)/toys#Studio Series|Autobot Ratchet]]", "[[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#SS26|WWII Bumblebee]]" or "[[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#SS27|Clunker Bumblebee]]", plus it's what the official [[Hasbro Pulse]] listing calls the figure, so...

:Due to the global {{w|COVID-19 pandemic}}, the toy was released as a "shared exclusive" between several online retailers such as [[Hasbro Pulse]], [[BigBadToyStore]] and Entertainment Earth in the US.

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[[File:TF-Studio-Series-Voyager-Megatron.jpg|thumb|350px|''I whip my chain back and forth, I whip my chain back and forth'']]
*'''Megatron''' (Voyager Class, 2019)
**''Movie'': '''''Transformers'''''
**''Hasbro ID number:'' '''54'''
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''SS-46'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[March 28]], [[2020]]
**''Accessories:'' Flail, "Mission City Battle" backdrop
:This Voyager Megatron sculpt is based on his body from the 2007 film, transforming into a Cybertronian jet and drawing some engineering cues from his [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#Masterpiece|''Masterpiece'' figure]]. Like his wave-mate [[Soundwave (ROTF)/toys#Studio Series|Soundwave]], he's slathered in metallic silver paint. As such, exercise some caution if you don't want to get them scratched from handling.

:Confusingly, his chest is redecoed from that of his initial ''Revenge of the Fallen'' ''Studio Series'' figure, making it inaccurate to its appearance in the 2007 film. In a bizarre reversal of this, Megatron's CG model render on the front of the packaging depicts his ''Revenge of the Fallen'' head photoshopped onto his 2007 chest and body. As a byproduct of his transformation scheme, his knee joints are placed extremely far back on his legs, resulting in unsightly gaps in some poses. Due to being hinge joints, the heel panels are ''sometimes'' not strong enough to support the weight of the figure.

:There appears to be a minor sculpting mistake on his left toes: the bits near the top are offset rather than symmetrical like on his right toes. This error is not present on the toy's digital render or the movie CGI model.

:Due to its transformation, the jet mode's fuselage is rather visually compromised, consisting of robot kibble instead of accurate detailing. The jet lacks his distinctive exposed head as well as the top spikes on the ends of his wings, though the latter may be [[for safety reasons]]. As he has no landing gear, the jet rests on Megatron's torso, which may scratch the paint. He does possess a 3mm stand port for jet mode, but unfortunately it is difficult to access.

:This figure's flail, attached using a [[mushroom joint]], differs from those of his previous Leader Class and ''Masterpiece'' toys; it uses a proper spiked head rather than repurposing one of his hands and is connected using two separate chains sculpted from a somewhat flexible material. The flail's chain assembly features a [[5_mm_post|5 mm post]] on each side for storage in jet mode and a special tab that is shaped to fit a slot in either of Megatron's wrists while his hands are folded, though its width also makes it compatible with most 5 mm ports. Unfortunately, he does not come equipped with his fusion cannon.

:Lastly, he comes with backdrop display depicting the Battle of [[Mission City]].

:Like the rest of the Voyager figures in the same wave, Megatron first saw release in Hong Kong independent stores.

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[[File:TF-SS-90-Voyager-AOE-Galvatron.jpg|thumb|350px|Clean back? All done without a hitch.]]
*'''Galvatron''' (Voyager Class, 2022)
**''Movie'': '''''Age of Extinction'''''
**''Hasbro ID number'': '''90'''
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''SS-93'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[November]], 2022
**''Accessories'': Cannon, rocket cluster, "Hong Kong Pursuit" backdrop
{{toydesigner|[[Sam Smith]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref name="insta">Sam Smith's [https://www.instagram.com/p/CdMoATBFlDv/ Instagram] [https://www.instagram.com/p/CdMoNm7F3uz/ posts] [https://www.instagram.com/p/CdMoUo0FQyY/ about] ''Studio Series'' Galvatron</ref>

:''Studio Series'' Galvatron is a Voyager Class figure, transforming into a licensed 2012 Freightliner Argosy. Like the original Voyager Class figure from 2014, he has truck kibble on his robot mode due to the impossible-to-emulate transformation on-screen; despite this, he comes out looking much cleaner in robot mode compared to his 2014 figure, even managing to replicate the back of his torso grinder and featuring (small) sculpted-in arm blades! Unfortunately, his feet form ''very'' noticeable kibble on his truck mode's trailer hitch as a trade-off.

:He comes with his cannon and a rocket cluster. The cannon is designed to be used in his right hand. In vehicle mode, it can be stored under the truck using a slot in the left foot, but has no robot mode storage (officially). The rockets store in his chest in robot mode and under the cab in truck mode.

:Omitted from the instructions but shown in his Instagram reveal, the rocket cluster can peg into his arms or the sides of his truck mode. Undocumented by either, the cannon sports another tab that also allows it to peg into his arm or the sides of the truck. Additionally, in robot mode, there is enough space to [https://www.tfw2005.com/boards/threads/studio-series-90-age-of-extinction-voyager-class-galvatron.1234541/page-5#post-20825378 store both accessories in his chest with a bit of finagling].

:Don't forget to rotate his head when transforming to truck mode, otherwise the roof will not sit flush.

:Like all ''Studio Series'' figures in the Deluxe class and above, he comes with a backdrop, which depicts the chase in [[Hong Kong]] for the [[Seed]].

:Galvatron sports a several differences between his digital render and the final product, notably the sculpting on the upper parts of his torso panel and the stripes on his forehead (which ended up almost completely removed), as well as additional paint apps that did not make it to release.

:Galvatron was first revealed by In-Demand Toys on May 3, 2022<ref>https://www.facebook.com/1453854571525123/posts/3182021082041788/ In-Demand Toys' Facebook post revealing Studio Series Thundercracker and Galvatron</ref>, before his official announcement through [[Sam Smith]]'s Instagram of all things.<ref name="insta"/>

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*'''''Transformers'' 15th Anniversary Decepticon Multipack''' (Multi-pack, 2023)
**''Movie'': '''''Transformers'''''
**''ID number'': '''54'''
**''Accessories'': Flail, "Decepticon AllSpark Hunt" reversible backdrop

:"15th Anniversary" Megatron is a seemingly unchanged re-release of the original SS-54 Megatron above, still sporting his inaccurate chest design. He comes with his flail.

:This figure comes in an [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]] exclusive 4-pack alongside ''Studio Series'' [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#SS15thAnniversary|Starscream]], [[Blackout (Movie)#SS15thAnniversary|Blackout]]/[[Scorponok (Movie)#SS15thAnniversary|Scorponok]], and [[Barricade (Movie)/toys#SS15thAnniversary|Barricade]], released to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the first live-action [[Transformers (film)|''Transformers'' film]] (though it was released after the ''16th'' anniversary). The pack comes with a unique reversible backdrop depicting [[Hoover Dam]] on one side and battle of [[Mission City]] on the other. Notably, fellow Decepticons [[Bonecrusher (Movie)|Bonecrusher]], [[Brawl (Movie)|Brawl]], and [[Frenzy (Movie)|Frenzy]] are absent from this team pack.

:The front of the box reuses the odd render of 2007 Megatron with his ''Revenge of the Fallen'' head from the original SS54 box.

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[[File:TF-Studio-Series-Concept-Megatron.jpg|thumb|350px|I would have waited an eternity for this.]]
*'''Concept Art Megatron''' (Leader Class, [[2024]])
:*''Movie'': '''''Bumblebee'''''
:*''Hasbro ID number'': '''109'''
:*''Accessories'': Fusion Cannon, "Cybertron Falls" backdrop
{{toydesigner|[[Sam Smith]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Emiliano Santalucia]] (concept artist)}}<ref>[https://www.instagram.com/p/Cy9lj7xssPx/ Design notes] on Concept Art Megatron from [[Hasbro]] designer [[Sam Smith]] on Instagram</ref>

: Released as the only Leader Class figure in the first wave of ''Studio Series'' in 2024, Megatron is one of the first figures in the "concept art" subset based upon unused designs and CAD from ''Bumblebee''. This version of Megatron is also a triple changer inspired by the unreleased ''Animated'' [[Megatron (Animated)#Marauder|Marauder Megatron]]! He transforms into a Cybertronian tank in 32 steps, as well as a Cybertronian jet in 39.
: The fusion cannon features a 5mm barrel and can reconfigure for different vehicle modes or collapse to store on Megatron's back via one of two available 5mm ports. Megatron features extensive articulation for a mainline figure, including butterfly joint shoulders and the most expressive hands found outside of a ''Masterpiece'' figure. Each hand can point thanks to a separate index finger and the double jointed fingers allow for a much more anatomically correct clenched fist than you're likely to see on anything else that also has a 5mm hole. This feature does come at a cost, as getting Megatron's digits into the correct position to allow them to properly fold away into his forearms isn't straightforward.
: Instead of the usual tiny wheels in the tank treads, he merely features little static nubs sculpted where they would be. You can't have it all.

: In a small undocumented feature, the top fin (with a 5mm peg) on the fusion cannon can unclip and swivel out to 45°, which allows the cannon to angle down over Megatron's shoulder when pegged on to his back.

: Megatron, alongside the first wave of 2024 Studio Series product, was revealed at MCM London 2023. He was then made available to attendees of [[Cybertron Fest]] at Singapore Comic Con 2023 before anywhere else.

::*''[https://www.instagram.com/p/Cy9lj7xssPx/ Designer commentary on Concept Art Megatron from Sam Smith on Instagram]''

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===''Movie Edition''===
[[File:Movie-Edition-Tiny-Turbo-Changers-Series-4-Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Why is my code "N"? I'm not "Negatron"!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron''' (Tiny Turbo Changer, 2018)}}</ul>
:*''Series'': '''4'''
:*''Bag code'': '''N'''

: Released in Series 4 of [[Tiny Turbo Changers]], Megatron is based off his appearance in ''Revenge of the Fallen'' and as such changes into a (very) rough interpretation of his Cybertronian tank alternate form. He features articulation in his cannon arm, but not his standard arm. His torso features a hinge through the top of his torso that is not used in his transformation and allows his whole upper body to split in half, but otherwise has no purpose.

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[[File:TTC-toy Movie-Edition-Series-5-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron''' (Tiny Turbo Changer, 2019)}}</ul>
:*''Series'': '''5'''
:*''Bag code'': '''B'''

: Released in series 5 of Tiny Turbo Changers, this version of Megatron is based off an unused design that would have appeared in the ''[[Bumblebee (film)|Bumblebee]]'' film, transforming from Earth-ish tank of made-up model to a more "Generation 1"-inspired robot mode. He features ball-jointed shoulders and 3mm compatible hands.

: Series 5 only ''barely'' made it to retail. Very few retailers and virtually no online outlets offered this Series, and the few places they could be found, like Target, apparently got very very few of them.

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[[File:TTC-toy Megatron TLK Shadow.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|]]
*'''Shadow Spark Megatron''' (Tiny Turbo Changer, 2019)
**''Series'': '''5'''
**''Bag code'': '''G'''

: Also part of Series 5, "Shadow Spark" Megatron is a purple redeco of the [[#Turbo Changers|Series 2 ''The Last Knight'' jet-Megatron design]].
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===''Bumblebee''===
[[File:Bumblebee-Titan-Changer-Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=0.66]]
*'''Megatron''' (Titan Changer, 2018)
:The [[#Titan Changer|''Last Knight'' Titan Changer]] Megatron toy is re-released with a new ''[[Transformers: Bumblebee (toyline)|Bumblebee]]'' movie-themed packaging.
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====''Energon Igniters''====
[[File:EnergonIgnitersPowerMegatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Taking "Peekaboo I see you" to the next level.]]
*'''Megatron''' (Power Series, 2018)
:Standing at approximately 5-inches, ''Bumblebee'' Power Megatron shares an identical design to his ''Revenge of the Fallen'' body, therefore transforming into a Cybertronian tank. As with other Power figures, he can interact with the Cores of larger Energon Igniters toys.

:The original stock photography has his robot mode mistransformed: His legs are not straightened.

:This was retooled into [[Blitzwing (BB)#Bumblebee|Blitzwing]].
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===''Masterpiece Movie Series''===
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[[File:Masterpiece-MPM8-Megatron.jpg|thumb|500px|"Join the other wallets in extinction!"]]
*'''Megatron''' ([[2019]])
**''Movie'': '''''Transformers'''''
**''ID number'': '''MPM-8'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[August 31]], 2019
**''Accessories'': "[[Fusion cannon|Weapon Blaster]]", chain whip, "[[AllSpark#Masterpiece Movie Series|Allspark Cube]]"

:''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece Movie Series]]'' Megatron is a large (12" tall), complex, mostly screen-accurate mold, and for the first time in ''years'' is based on his appearance in the 2007 film rather than the sequels, transforming into a Cybertronian jet mode in 50 steps. He features [[die-cast]] in his feet and multiple pieces in his back. Both of Megatron's weapon gimmicks are based on his removable hands: he includes a rubber "chain" piece which can connect either hand to its wrist to represent his flail in the film, albeit closer to the [[Rocket Claw]], as the flail end in the film is not his hand. The "Weapon Blaster", as the box calls it, can plug into a single wrist in its smaller "handgun" form, or into both wrists in its extended "[[fusion cannon]]" form. His blaster can also plug into the chain in order to represent the flail head, albeit oversized and lopsided. Although his hands have nowhere else to store when removed, they do ''not'' need to be removed for transformation, and both weapons have dedicated storage in robot and vehicle modes, with the blaster usefully filling out the jet's rear end. He also includes a silver-painted [[AllSpark#Masterpiece Movie Series|AllSpark]] cube containing die-cast, which, under a removable portion of his chest, can fit into his red translucent innards to represent his death at the end of the film. Like several other ''Masterpiece Movie Series'' figures, he has an articulated jaw. His transformation scheme allows his wings to be unfurled in robot mode, representing the brief scene in the movie when he carried Jazz to a rooftop before killing him.

:Megatron was revealed and released alongside MPM-9 [[Jazz (Movie)#Masterpiece Movie Series|Autobot Jazz]], as the two can replicate Jazz's death from the 2007 film.

:Megatron's head is based on a unfinalized model that was often used in previsualization material in ''Revenge of the Fallen'' and ''Dark of the Moon''. This is especially noticable as it lacks Cybertronian text on the back of his head, as well as excessive material around the sides of his head and his crown.<ref>[https://youtu.be/AtU_I4Wdg_c Unfinalized 2007 Megatron CGI model used for animatic clips throughout the first three films.]</ref>

:Exercise caution while transforming him into both modes: as many of his parts are painted, some of the sections are prone to chipping.
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===''Premium Finish''===
[[File:Premium-finish-SS-Megatron.jpg|thumb|300px|Showing up again in 2022 means that I'll have at least a cameo in the [[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (film)|next movie]], right? RIGHT!?]]
*'''Megatron''' (Voyager Class, [[December 29]], [[2021]])
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''PF SS-03 / PFSS 03'''
**''Hasbro ID number'': '''SS-03'''
**''Accessories'': Flail

:As part of the third wave of TakaraTomy's ''[[Transformers Premium Finish|''Premium Finish'']]'' subline, Megatron is a redeco of the ''Studio Series'' [[#SS54 |2007 Movie]] mold to represent his appearance in [[Transformers_(film)|''Transformers'']]. Notable deco changes include: The unpaintable plastic parts have been replaced with a similar shade with the paintable brown plastic, the silver paint operations are swapped with gray with silver weathering, and the paint operations on the legs, arms, torso, and head are altered.
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===''Rise of the Beasts''===
[[File:ROTB_Autobots_Unite_Megatron.jpg|thumb|300px|Sir Not-Appearing-In-This-Film, again?!]]
*'''Megatron''' (2023)
**Accessories: Igniter Core

:The [[Megatron_(Movie)/toys#Energon_Igniters|Power Series]] Megatron from the ''Bumblebee'' movie toyline has been repacked as part of the "Spark Changers" for the ''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (toyline)|Rise of the Beasts]]'' ''Autobots Unite'' subline. While the figure is unchanged from the original release, Megatron comes with an additional Energon Core for his tank mode to roll with.

:A packaging variant exists where he is in vehicle mode and lacks the Energon Core. The box-art used is also the same render from the Titan Changer (below)<ref> https://news.tfw2005.com/2023/09/10/tfw2005-weekly-international-sightings-round-up-september-2023-week-2-494305 </ref>

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[[File:TF-ROTB-Titan-Changer-Megatron-repack.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|...you're buying this for the box art, aren't you?]]
*'''Megatron''' (Titan Changer, 2023)
**Accessories: Fusion Cannon

:The ''[[Transformers Authentics|Authentics]]'' Titan Changer [[Megatron_(G1)/toys#TitanChanger|Megatron]] is repackaged without any changes on the figure, and he transforms from a thin robot to a tank. The Fusion cannon can be mounted on either arm or held in either fist via a 5 mm post. Like most Titan Changers, he only features articulation in his ball-jointed shoulders.

:The packaging also featured the first look at what Megatron would've looked like in the ''Bumblebee'' movie. Yes, the render ''does'' resemble the [[#S5TTC|Tiny Turbo Changer]]’s detailing.
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==Notes==
*Most Megatron toys feature [[Cyberglyphics]] despite Megatron only having [[Cybertronian language|another angular language]], designed by [[Ben Procter]], imprinted on his body during the live-action films.

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Megatron (Movie)/toys

2024-03-22T09:17:40Z

Astrobotix:

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'''[[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]]''' got the Hollywood bad-guy treatment, and therefore got truckloads of toys too!
He also ''became'' a truck later on. Funny, that is.

==Toys==
===''Transformers'' (2007)===
====Legends Class toys====
[[File:Movie Legends Megatron toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Just what the hell do I turn into?]]
*'''Megatron''' (Legends Class, [[2007]])
**''Japanese name:'' '''EZ Collection Megatron'''
: Released in the second wave of ''[[Transformers (2007 toyline)|Transformers]]'' [[Legends Class (2005)|Legends Class]] figures, Megatron transforms into a Cybertronian jet. This figure uses the pre-final head design from concept art and some ancillary media. Due to his transformation scheme, he has a swiveling waist. Despite its simplicity, this figure is far closer to Megatron's actual silhouette in the movie than most of his larger figures.

:The figure is misassembled in the package, with the arms being swapped, putting paint applications and more sculpted detail on the wrong sides of his arms; it is a simple matter to rectify this though as his shoulders are easily popped off and swapped around. It should be noted that the arms & head are molded in softer, rubbery plastic. While they don't harden and break quickly like [[Scorponok (Movie)#Legends Class toys|Legends Class Scorponok's stinger]], the pieces can become loose around the hard plastic ball joints over time. Also, the parts are prone to photodegrading after a decade or so, even when it's new/MISB.

:The figure is slightly mistransformed in the picture to the right, as well as all pictures depicting his vehicle mode below - the wingtips should be rotated 180° downwards, making for a more screen-accurate jet mode.

:The toy was also later released as part of the blind-packed EZ Collection lineup, distributed via TakaraTomy's subsidiary Subarudo.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Decepticon/LegendsMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Legends Megatron at TFU.info]''
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*'''Generations Legends''' (Target exclusive multi-pack, 2007)
[[File:TargetGenerationsLegends.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|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)/toys|Legends of Cybertron Optimus Prime]], [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys|Movie Legends Optimus Prime]], [[Megatron (Armada)/toys|Legends of Cybertron Megatron]] and Movie Legends Megatron.

:His arms are still misassembled in-package.
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[[File:Movie Allspark Legends pack.jpg|upright=1.66|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)/toys#BftAS|Optimus Prime]], [[Jazz (Movie)#TRULegendsPack|Jazz]], [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BftAS|Bumblebee]], Megatron, [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#BftAS|Starscream]], and [[Barricade (Movie)/toys#BftAS|Barricade]].

:Like Bumblebee & Starscream, he was packaged in alternate mode. He ''still'' has the arms misassembled.
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[[File:TF-2007-Allspark-Battles-Legends-Class-2-pack-Ice-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Look like both halves of Jazz will have a front bumper.]]
*'''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 (Movie)#LegendsVsMegatron|Jazz]], this time "battle damaged".

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Decepticon/LegendsIceMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Ice Megatron at TFU.info]''
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====Voyager Class toys====
[[File:Movie Voyager Megatron toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Hey, I think I'm as weird as the ''[[Transformers: The War Within|War Within]]'' figures! ...nah, not there yet.]]
*'''Megatron''' (Voyager Class, 2007)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''MD-14'''
**''Accessories:'' Projectile
{{toydesigner|[[Eric Siebenaler]] (Hasbro), [[Takashi Kunihiro]] (TakaraTomy)}}

: Released partway into the second wave of [[Transformers (2007 toyline)|''Transformers'']] Voyager Class toys, Megatron transforms into an ice-covered version of his Cybertronian jet form, 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 which can fire a projectile. His wings feature flip-out "ice blades", and pulling on a tab in the back of his jet mode brings them forward like one giant pincer claw.

:His feet are entirely spring-loaded, which means his foot and the two "rear toes" on each feet automatically close up when his weight is not applied to them. Surprisingly, this helps a lot with the posing, as the feet parts automatically position themselves for the perfect balance.

:The stock photo on the toy's packaging depicts Megatron with the unused head that appeared in some concept art.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Decepticon/VoyagerMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Voyager Class Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Movie Voyager Premium Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Wouldn't the toy above be much cooler with duller colours?]]
*'''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 (now packaged in robot mode, inside a special display box) 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.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Decepticon/BestBuyMegatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Premium Series'' Voyager Class Megatron at TFU.info]''
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[[File:Movie Voyager BOMC Megatron.JPG|upright=1.66|thumb|I'll crush you with my bare hands!]]
*'''Battle Over Mission City''' ("Screen Battles" two-pack, 2008)
**''Accessories:'' Projectile
{{toydesigner|[[Joe Kyde]] (deco artist)}}

:A Target exclusive redeco 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)#TargetvsMegatron|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)/toys|Optimus Prime]], it can be assumed that those two sets are meant to also represent the climactic final battle at the end of the film.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Decepticon/ScreenBattlesMegatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Screen Battles'' Voyager Class Megatron at TFU.info]''
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====Leader Class toys====
[[File:TF07-Leader-Megatron.jpg|upright=2.2|thumb|"Ohhhh! I turn into a big-boned guy!"]]
*'''Megatron''' (Leader Class, 2007)
**''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''MD-07'''
{{toydesigner|[[Eric Siebenaler]] (Hasbro), [[Takio Ejima]] (TakaraTomy)}}

: Released in the second wave of [[Transformers (2007 toyline)|''Transformers'']] Leaders, Megatron transforms into a gray Cybertronian jet. Unlike the Voyager Class toy above, this mold does not feature any molded ice details; instead it uses metallic blue paint to represent his frozen form. In robot mode, Megatron's right "[[Rocket Claw]]" disconnects at the wrist to become the spiked end of the extendable "[[Mace (weapon)|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 hand (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.

: The back of Megatron's box depicts him with the almost-used head from concept art. The panel that conceals his face in jet mode is sculpted to fit the face of that head, so while it still covers up his final head reasonably well, it is not a perfect fit.

: In Japan, starting on [[July 19]]th, buying Megatron from [[AEON|JUSCO]] stores netted customers the [[exclusive]] [[campaign item|promotional freebie]] [[Mini-Con|Micron]] [[Torque Gain]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Decepticon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on Leader Class Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Premium Movie Megs.JPG|upright=1.66|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.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Decepticon/PremiumMegatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Premium Series'' Leader Class Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:ACG-HK-2008-Transformers-Commemorative-Box-Set.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Transformers Commemorative Box Set (Decepticon)''' (2008)

:Released an an exclusive for Animation-Comic-Game Hong Kong (ACG, also known as Ani-Con) 2008, The ''Premium Series'' Megatron toy is released without any changes along with [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#Starscream_(Movie)/toys#DeepSpace|Deep Space Starscream]], [[Barricade (Movie)/toys#Premium|''Premium'' Barricade]], [[Blackout (Movie)#Premium|''Premium'' Blackout]], and a [[Brawl (Movie)#Deluxe Class toys|Brawl]]. The toys are packaged with a synthetic, leather-like box with a half-trimmed Decepticon Symbol, and it comes with a sheet of Certificate of Authenticity.

:The boxsets are limited to 100 pieces.
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====''Fast Action Battlers''====
[[File:Movie FAB Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Just back from filming ''Predator 3''.]]
*'''Fusion Blast Megatron''' ([[Fast Action Battlers|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.

:The figure's packaging depicts Megatron with a different head sculpt and silver paint instead of unpainted gray plastic.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Decepticon/FABMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Fusion Blast Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:NA megatron FAB.JPG|upright=1.66|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.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Decepticon/FABMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Night Attack Megatron at TFU.info]''
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====Jollibee Kids Meal====
*'''Megatron''' (Jollibee Kids Meal toy, 2007)

:Available only at Jollibee fast food chains in the Philippines, this Megatron toy is functionally an upscaled version of his Legends class figure though with minor transformation differences. It also has a new head sculpt which is markedly more detailed than the Legends toy but still has the concept design head rather than the final version in the film.
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===''Revenge of the Fallen''===
====Legends Class toys====
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*'''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. Speaking of legs, this Legends Class Megatron is somewhat prone to falling down with a light breeze of wind. The kibble on his robot mode back doesn't help the balancing at all.

:Megatron also saw release as a blindpacked figure for the first wave of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' EZ Collection sets. And like all first waves, He comes with a flyer advertising the TakaraTomy releases of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' toyline. In Malaysia, this toy is also one of the four Legends Class figures to be released as promotional merchandise for the Petronas Gas Station. He can be obtained starting from the 12th of July along with Optimus Prime, via RM30 ($7.04) worth of gas or RM15 ($3.52) worth of foods and items in the Mesra Shop.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Decepticon/LegMegatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends Megatron at TFU.info]''
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[[File:TF-ROTF-EZ-Collection-EZ-10-Megatron-Battle-Damaged-Ver.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Megatron Damage Version''' (EZ Collection, 2009)
**''EZ Collection Number'': '''EZ-10'''
:A "Battle Damaged" redeco of the Legends Class Megatron appears in the second wave of EZ Collection, featuring more elaborate, weathered paint applications.

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====Voyager Class toys====
[[File:ROTF-Voyager-Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|First blue, then green. Watch, in the next movie, it'll be red.]]
*'''Megatron''' (Voyager Class, 2009)
**''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''RD-11'''
**''Accessories:'' Missile
{{toydesigner|[[Eric Siebenaler]] (Hasbro), [[Takashi Kunihiro]] (TakaraTomy)}}

:The second mainline ''[[Transformers: 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.

:He features two [[Mech Alive]] gimmicks. Turning his waist turns internal gears in his chest, while bending his right elbow makes a blade extend in and out of his claw.

:The highlighted box to the far right showcases one alternative to positioning his back kibble; this ultimately leads to a ton of junk protruding out from his back, but also makes his silhouette from the front look cleaner.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Decepticon/VoyagerMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Voyager Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:ROTFtoy-GatheringattheNemesis.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Pay no attention to my translucent parts!]]
*'''Gathering At the Nemesis''' (Multi-pack, 2009)
**''Accessories:'' Missile

:This [[Toys"R"Us]]-exclusive three pack includes a redeco of Megatron's Voyager-Class toy from the first movie in a scheme basically identical to the first movie's Voyager "Premium Series" version (but with much fewer paint details), as well as the Voyager-Class [[The Fallen#GatheringNemesis|The Fallen]] and a redeco of Deluxe-Class [[Soundwave (ROTF)/toys#GatheringNemesis|Soundwave]]. The back of the box and samples shown before release portrayed this Megatron as using the unrevised original head design from the first film, but the final version has the same head as past Voyager-Class Megatrons.

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[[File:ROTF UniteforUniverse Megatron toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Megatron''' (Voyager Class)
**''ID number:'' '''MR-02'''
**''Accessories:'' Missile

:''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen: Unite for the Universe|Unite for the Universe]]'' Megatron was to be a screen-accurate silver redeco of Voyager class ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Megatron, but the toy (along with a [[Jetfire (Movie)#Voyager Class toys|Jetfire]]-armoured Voyager class [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#VoyagerJetPower|Jet Power Optimus Prime]]) was canceled.

:Both Megatron and the accompanying Jet Power Optimus Prime would have come with an issue of the [[Unite for the Universe issue 1|''Unite for the Universe'' comic book]], but due to the cancellation of both figures, the comics were eventually included with the [[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Movie Masterpiece]] releases of Leader class [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#Masterpiece|Starscream]] and [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Masterpiece|Bumblebee]]. Of amusement is the fact the comics are essentially showcasing toys that have been canceled.

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====Leader Class toys====
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[[File:ROTF Leader Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Beefcake!]]
*'''Megatron''' (Leader Class, 2009)
**''TakaraTomy 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 wimpy 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]]ry 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)/toys|while]] [[Starscream (Movie)/toys|other]] [[Demolishor (ROTF)|figures]] in the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' line suffered mold simplifications from budget cuts, Megatron got mold ''additions''. Hasbro'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.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Decepticon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on Leader Class Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:ROFTMegatronWCamshaft.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|Why do I have someone else with me?! My box looks the same, except with that guy sticking out!]]
*'''Megatron''' with '''Autobot Camshaft''' (Leader Class 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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[[File:ROTFtoy-MegatronLeaderShadowCommand.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|I'm back in black...YES I'M BACK IN BLACK! OH!]]
*'''Shadow Command Megatron''' (Leader Class, 2010)
**''Accessories:'' Missile
{{toydesigner|[[Andrew Scribner]] (deco artist)}}

: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.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Decepticon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on Shadow Command Megatron at TFU.info]''
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====''Fast Action Battlers''====
[[File:ROTF FAB Megatron toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|I sure hope {{w|Metal Slug (series)|SNK}} don't sue...]]
*'''Cannon Blast Megatron''' (Fast Action Battler, 2009)
**''Accessories'': Projectile

:Part of the first wave of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' [[Fast Action Battlers]], "Cannon Blast" Megatron is a simplified figure that transforms into a Cybertronian tank. His right arm has a spring-launched missile fired via a switch on the side, as well a soft plastic blade that can be folded out. Twisting the figure's right arm produces a chopping action. Due to the weird design of the feet and weight distribution, Megatron is difficult to stand up unless he is hunched forward.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Decepticon/FABMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Cannon Blast Megatron at TFU.info]''

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====''Battle Chargers''====
[[File:ROTF-toy BattleChargers Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|''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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====''Power Bots''====
[[File:ROTF PowerBots Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=0.85|At least nobody’ll forget what faction he belongs to....]]

*'''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''====
[[File:ROTF-toy RobotReplicas Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|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).

:Strangely, the head sculpt of this figure is reused on the Stealth Force version of the character.

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===''Transformers'' (2010)===
[[File:TF-2010-VotF-Legends-Class-Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|"Such heroic nonsense."]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''The Victory of The Fallen''' (Multi-pack, 2010)}}</ul>
{{toydesigner|[[Andrew Scribner]] (deco artist)}}

: ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)|Transformers]]: [[Hunt for the Decepticons]]'' Megatron is a redeco of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends Class mold, in khaki and with a dark brown chest.

: He came in a [[Kmart]]-exclusive five-pack of Legends Class figures, packed in with redecos of [[The Fallen#Transformers (2010)|The Fallen]], [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#VictoryFallen|Optimus Prime]], [[Jetfire (Movie)#Legends Class toys 2|Jetfire]], and [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#Legends Class toys 3|Starscream]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Decepticon/KMLegMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Victory of The Fallen Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:TF2010-toy Activators Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Sadly, this is the most accurate-looking one.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron''' (Activator, 2010)}}</ul>
{{toydesigner|[[Lenny Panzica]] (Hasbro)}}

: [[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.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Decepticon/ActMegatron/megatron.htm More information on 2010 Activators Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:TF2010MegsRisingMegsAndConstructs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Man, this mold just doesn't want to be re-released ''at all''...]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron Rising''' (Multi-pack, 2010)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories:'' Missile

: This retailer-exclusive multi-pack recreated the scene in ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' where the [[Constructicon (ROTF)|Constructicons]] resurrect Megatron. The Megatron figure itself is a redeco of his ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Voyager class toy, partially cast in a metallic green plastic, to represent his time at the bottom of the ocean.

: He was going to be packed with Legends Class figures of [[Long Haul (ROTF)#MegatronRising|Long Haul]], [[Mixmaster (ROTF)#MegatronRising|Mixmaster]], [[Rampage (ROTF)#MegatronRising|Rampage]], and a red redeco of [[Scrapper (ROTF)#MegatronRising|Scrapper]], who was probably intended to be [[Scrapmetal (ROTF)|Scrapmetal]].

: But he ultimately did not as the set was never actually released. It has never been revealed for which retailer this multi-pack was intended for.
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===''EZ Collection Real''===
[[File:TF-EZ-Collection-Real-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Megatron (Real Color Ver)''' (2011)
*'''Megatron (Metallic Color Ver.)''' (2011)

:Released as part of The blindpacked EZ Collection Real by TakaraTomy's "TakaraTomy A.R.T.S", this Megatron is a redeco of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends Class figure. In comparison to the stock photos, the actual product has the entire plastic unpainted and applied with a number of paint details instead. Megatron comes with two variants: The "Real Color" features a yellowish-gray plastic, while the "Metallic Color" features a normal silver plastic instead.

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===''Dark of the Moon''===
====''Cyberverse''====
[[File:DOTM CyberverseCommander Megatron toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|If you can't beat [[Autobot|them]], join them.]]
*'''Megatron''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2011)
**''Series:'' '''1'''
**''Number:'' '''003'''
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''CV07'''
**''Accessories:'' Fuel tank halves/Double Cannons
{{toydesigner|[[Joe Kyde]] (Hasbro), [[Hisao Nishimoto]] (TakaraTomy)}}

:[[Cyberverse (toyline)|Cyberverse]] Commander Class Megatron is an abbreviated version of his Voyager counterpart, transforming into a single piece fuel tanker. The fuel tank splits in half, forming hand-held double cannons which then can be combined into a large cannon, extremely reminiscent of his fusion cannon in the first movie. The [[C joint]] mounting clip of the fuel tank is on a swivel, allowing the large cannon to be mounted onto the smokestacks and used in vehicle mode. His head is also on a pivot joint, allowing him to look up and down.

:Care must be taken while forming the rear cabin: The instructions tell you to fold the feet panels up after transforming the legs first, but it will cause some slight stress marks on the feet panels/smokestacks' joints. We recommend folding the panels up first while the legs are still separated.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Decepticon/CommanderMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Cyberverse Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:TF-DOTM-Cyberverse-Action-Set-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Megatron might regret babysitting those hatchlings since they always puke onto his face.]]
[[File:TF-DOTM-Cyberverse-Megatron-Blastwave-Weapons-Accessory.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Blast that Blastwave! ''*yyywaaawwwwwwn*'']]
*'''Megatron / Blastwave Weapons Base''' (Cyberverse Action Set, 2011)
**''Series:'' '''1'''
**''Number:'' '''003'''
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''CV13'''
**''Accessories:'' Missile launcher, missile, Africa
{{toydesigner|[[Joe Kyde]] (Hasbro)|[[Emiliano Santalucia]] (concept artist)}}

:This version of Megatron uses the same mold as the single Cyberverse Commander toy, but lacks the fuel tank/Double Cannons accessory, and features some deco changes: Most of the paintable khaki plastic parts are replaced with silver plastic, the paint on the leg details are omitted, and the head now features a teal splat on the right side of his face, with his right eye paint being omitted. and of course, comes with the [[Blastwave Weapons Base]].

:This set's packaging includes a cardboard backdrop that is intended to be removed and reused for display. The backdrop depicts a field in Serengeti, [[Africa]], with an [[elephant]] standing nearby in the left panel.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Decepticon/BWBMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Megatron / Blastwave Weapons Base at TFU.info]''

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[[File:TF-DOTM-Target-Cyberverse-2-pack-Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Garbage-day!]]
*'''Bumblebee vs Megatron''' (Cyberverse 2-pack, 2011)
**''Accessories:'' Fuel tank halves/Double Cannons

:[[Exclusive]] to [[Target]], this release of Cyberverse Commander Megatron has a deco inspired by [[Motormaster (G1)|Generation 1 Motormaster]]. He has [[Cybertronian]] symbols around his body, one of which is the [[Dynasty of Primes]]'. He comes packed with a [[retool]] of ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' Legends class [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#TargetCyberverseVs|Bumblebee]].

:This set was also sold in Turkey as a {{w|Carrefour}} exclusive.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Decepticon/TargetMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Target Cyberverse Megatron at TFU.info]''
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====Voyager Class toys====
[[File:DOTMMegatron Voyager toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|You know, I'm beginning to like this Megaweapon.]]
*'''Megatron''' (MechTech Voyager, 2011)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''DD01'''
**''Accessories:'' MechTech Blaster/[[Fusion Cannon]], tarp/cape
{{toydesigner|[[Tomoya Miyake]] (TakaraTomy)}}

:Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (toyline)|Dark of the Moon]]'' Voyagers, ''MechTech'' Megatron now transforms into a <s>disfigured Mad Max truck</s> officially licensed Mack M915 Line-Haul Replacement Tractor and trailer, although it lacks many of the features in the movie, such as the spikes on the roof and the rope mesh on the hood. The forward half of the trailer-mounted oil tank converts into Megatron's [[MechTech]] Blaster, which in turn converts into a Fusion Cannon when the ladder is pushed in. Like all MechTech Voyager toys, his weapon can lock into this mode by pushing the ladder all the way in and rotating it to the right. Megatron has six MechTech [[5 mm post|5mm post]]/MechTech ports in vehicle mode, including three on his MechTech weapon, two on the steps below the truck cab doors, and a self-covering port (which automatically fills in the hole when a weapon is not inserted) on the roof. Though the truck cab and its "trailer" are a single entity that cannot be separated, Megatron does have an articulation joint between where the trailer and cab connect where the fifth wheel hitch would be, despite being formed from his independently-jointed legs.

:The rubbery tarp over the tanker is a two piece affair, with a detachable 'hood' accessory that slots into a port beside Megatron's neck. This deliberately obscures Megatron's badly mutilated face, a callback to the injuries he received at the climax of ''Revenge of the Fallen''. In [[robot mode]], two more MechTech ports become available on his legs, and two on the truck steps end up on his arms; all other MechTech ports from vehicle mode are still usable. Megatron's fusion cannon can even be mounted on his back, like in the movie, thanks to the truck's cab (and associated MechTech port) winding up on his back. Care should be taken when transforming the shoulders, as the tiny Mack dog hood ornament is prone to being snapped off by the shifting black bumper section. It is also quite difficult to get his chest to tab into his shoulder panels due to his arms getting in the way, and his already short pegs having to tab into very shallow holes.

:Megatron was also sold in Universal theme parks in new packaging based on the ride, advertised as a Universal Studios Exclusive, but has no visible changes from his original widespread release.

:The gun from the Evasion Mode Optimus Prime toy, released several years after, is intended to be compatible with this figure-not only is it sculpted to resemble the shotgun Megs used (twice) in the movie, a tab on the handle (not the post that was supposed to be the handle for ''Age of Extinction'' Optimus) allows him to wield it properly by slotting onto a slot on his hand. It even has 5mm posts on its side so that it can mount in movie-accurate fashion on his back!

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Decepticon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Dark of the Moon'' Voyager Megatron at TFU.info]''
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[[File:TF-DOTM-Tritanium-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Tritanium Megatron''' (MechTech Voyager, 2011)
**''Accessories'': MechTech Blaster/Fusion Cannon, tarp/cape

:This gold vacuum metallized version of Voyager Class Dark of the Moon Megatron is a prize in TakaraTomy's MechTech campaign. To qualify for winning this toy, one needed to enter the second batch of the campaign (12 August to 31 October). This toy is limited to 10 pieces.

:In 2014, Tritanium Megatron is one of the prize figures that is re-issued (probably remaining stock) again for the ''Transformers Celebration 2014'' event held at Ikebukuro Sunshine City store's Toys"R"Us.

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====Leader Class toys====
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*'''Optimus Prime versus Megatron''' (Leader two-pack, 2012)
:A re-release of the first Leader Class Megatron toy was released in a Taiwanese-exclusive Leader Class two-pack alongside the first [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#DOTMMovie2Pack|Optimus Prime]] Leader Class toy.

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[[File:LC Dark Energon Megatron (RM).jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Hey look what I found continuity surfing last night!]]
*'''Dark Energon Edition Megatron''' (Leader, 2012)
**''Accessories:'' Missile
:A redeco of the Revenge of the Fallen Leader class toy in black, silver, and purple to represent his infusion with Dark Energon, (despite not existing in this continuity) Dark Energon Edition Megatron is an Asian-exclusive release that's also available through online stores.

:An identical knockoff of the toy is available, so buyers beware! The only way to identify is the packaging's ''very obvious'' "Transforms" and "Takasa Tony" logo, and the lack of "Dark Energon Edition Megatron" text.
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[[File:Nightmare Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Nightmare Megatron''' (October 24, 2015/2017)
**''Accessories:'' Missile
:A very similar yet distinct redeco of the Revenge of the Fallen Leader Class figure, this Megatron is largely identical to the Dark Energon release but features a much brighter, almost maroon-like purple, and with some deco differences, notably on the head and arms.

:Originally released in 2015 through TakaraTomyMall and limited to 2000 pieces, Nightmare Megatron was later reissued in wider numbers in 2017.

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====''Robo Power''====
=====''Bash Bots''=====
[[File:TF-DOTM-Bash-Bots-Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|"Looks like I swatted a bee, and ''squashed a [[Sam Witwicky|bug]]''."]]
*'''Bumblebee Vs Megatron''' (2011)
{{toydesigner|[[Takashi Kunihiro]] (TakaraTomy)}}

:''Bash Bots'' Megatron is a small, rock-em-sock-em-styled toy that transforms from a super-deformed truck into a robot by pulling or pushing the lever below its built-in stand. He & his stand can connect with any Bash Bots to fight with, especially the included Bumblebee, instead of his nemesis Optimus Prime.
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=====''Activators''=====
[[File:DOTM Activators Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|owie owie i hurt my face]]
*'''Megatron''' (2011)
{{toydesigner|[[Lenny Panzica]] (Hasbro)}}

:Released as part of the [[Robo Power]] subline, Megatron possesses a one-step transformation: squeezing down on the purple section at the rear of his truck mode causes him to transform into robot mode, and squeezing down on it again will turn him back into truck mode. In robot mode, Megatron boasts both sculpted battle damage on his head and shoulder articulation.

:Megatron was released in an open package that allowed children to touch the toy, but did not allow for transformation due to twist ties and a plastic tray being present.
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=====''Robo Fighters''=====
[[File:DOTM RoboFighters Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|RICHAAAAAAARDS!]]
*'''Megatron''' (2011)

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===''Kre-O''===
[[File:KreO Megatron.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.66]]
* '''Megatron''' (2011)
**''Set number'': '''30688'''
**''Pieces'': '''310'''
**''Kreons'': [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Megatron]], [[Shockwave (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Shockwave]], [[Specialist]], [[Police Officer]]
**''Accessories'': Clip-on Megatron cannon

: The large brick-built Megatron in this ''[[Kre-O]]'' set is based on the live-action film Megatron in his ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Dark of the Moon]]'' body; the robot can be rebuilt from a robot into what resembles a Mack truck. In truck mode, up to two Kreons can ride in the front of the cab, or be locked up in a cramped prison cell at the back of the cab. The truck also features a functioning [[trailer]] hitch. In robot mode, Megatron features hands with articulated claw fingers (built on top of a pair of ''regular fists''), a shoulder-mounted pressure-launched [[missile]] launcher, as well as a small, rotating, back-mounted prison "box" of sorts.

:Like many other ''Kre-O'' sets, the [[stock photography]] and [[package art]] feature robot construction that differs from the final product, as Megatron's upper arms have several of the extraneous parts, mainly his truck cab doors, added to the construction. Whether this is due to a change in the design or the photographers creative liberty with the figure is left to be seen. The [[sticker]] sheet also features an unused sticker depicting a bolted metal panel with an amusing message ("OPTIMUS PRIME WAS HERE! [[File:Symbol autobot reg.png|15px]]") scrawled on it, although its shape and coloration suggest that it's meant to go on the back wall of the prison cell.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Decepticon/Kre-OMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:KreO-toy Megatron Universal4pack.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|He somehow gets less sharp but brighter at the same time.]]
*'''Kreon 4-Pack''' (2014)
**''Kreons'': [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Universal4pack|Bumblebee]], [[Evac (Ride)#Kre-O|Evac]] (pre-2020 releases), Megatron, [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Universal4pack|Optimus Prime]], [[N.E.S.T. Sentry]] (2020 release)
**''Accessories'': Megatron cannon

: The only non-Galvatron [[Kreon]] of movie Megatron in the ''[[Kre-O]]'' line, [[Kreon]] Megatron is based on his ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (franchise)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' body, which is odd since it's his ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (franchise)|Dark of the Moon]]'' body that shows up in the Ride (and as a photo-opportunity "mascot" character on the park grounds). He was available exclusively in a box set sold at the ''[[Transformers: The Ride – 3D]]'' gift shop at [[Universal]] Studios theme parks. After several years of only being available at the park proper, the 4-pack was eventually added to Universal's online store.

: In 2015, a new run of the set was produced, this time using the revamped-from-the-head-down 2015-style Kreon bodies (and a logo-plate rather than the older 2x4 logo-brick). Megatron's [[tampograph]]s are slightly sharper, with thinner black outlines, but are otherwise unchanged. This set would later see slight production changes; all of the figures' tampographs have gone back to thicker lines and being a bit sloppier, while Megatron's medium-pearlescent-gray plastics have been lightened considerably.

: In mid-2020, the set was revamped again, now removing Evac and replacing him with the [[N.E.S.T. Sentry]]. This version of the set uses the latter version of the other three characters with the thicker tampograph lines and lighter medium-gray plastic.

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{{note|All of the ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (franchise)|Age of Extinction]] [[Kre-O]]'' sets were [[exclusive]] to [[Toys"R"Us]] in the US... though some did eventually filter to closeout stores in mid-2015.}}
[[File:KreO-Toy GalvatronAOECustomKreon.jpg|thumb|300px|Why are drills my primary weapon, again? Did I use drills in the movie?]]
* '''Galvatron''' (Custom Kreon, 2014)
**''Set number'': '''A9230'''
**''Pieces'': '''30'''
**''Accessories'': Rack, pistol, 2 clip-on drills, treaded backpack

: Part of the second wave of ''Age of Extinction'' [[Kreon#Custom Kreons|Custom Kreon]]s, Galvatron comes with a buildable parts rack on which to hang/store his many many extra pieces. His "normal" helmet and two drills (attached to clip-on turbines/cannons) are [[Vacuum metallizing|chromed]], plus he comes with an extra clear-plastic helmet, torso and legs. He also has a pair of extra arms (originally from the ''Kre-O Battleship'' aliens) and a spare hand, plus buildable tread-backpack, and a pistol (originally a [[Klingon]] disruptor from ''Kre-O [[Star Trek]]'').

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[[File:KreO-Toy GalvatronFBKreon.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Where is the ''Kragle''!?]]
* '''Galvatron Factory Battle''' (Kre-O set, 2014)
**''Set number'': '''A6952'''
**''Pieces'': '''388'''
**''Kreons'': Bumblebee, KSI Worker (lab worker), KSI Worker (security), Dr. Littleman, Optimus Prime, Vehicon

: The centerpiece of the "[[Galvatron Factory Battle]]" set, Galvatron is rendered as a large buildable super-robot, a sort of mega-Kreon, with a new hip piece using larger balljoints. He does not seem to be based on... anything. Certainly not something that would become a vehicle.

:He's designed to fit on a large movable working slab in the factory playset.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Decepticon/Kre-OGFBGalvatron/galvatron.htm More information on Factory Battle Galvatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:KreO-Toy GalvatronGrimUnleashed.jpg|thumb|250px|And these arm-cannon things. They're neat sure, but did I lift them off of [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]]'s corpse at some point?]]
* '''Grimlock Unleashed''' (Kre-O set, 2014)
**''Set number'': '''A8600'''
**''Pieces'': '''333'''
**''Kreons'': [[Bumblebee (Kre-O)#GrimlockUnleashed|Bumblebee]], Galvatron, [[Grimlock (Kre-O)#GrimlockUnleashed|Grimlock]], [[Lockdown (ROTF)#GrimlockUnleashed|Lockdown]], [[Optimus Prime (Kre-O)#GrimlockUnleashed|Optimus Prime]]
**''Accessories'': 2 clip-on arm cannons

: The first "normal" Kreon of Galvatron available, this one was only available in the "[[Grimlock Unleashed]]" set.

: This set popped up at Toys"R"Us a few short weeks after the initial product without any advance warning... and retailed for a mere $25, despite the size of the set.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Decepticon/Kre-OGUGalvatron/galvatron.htm More information on Grimlock Unleashed Galvatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:KreO-Toy GalvatronAOEDVD.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Yes, someone bought the movie ''just'' for the Kreons. We know. We know.]]
* '''Transformers Kre-O + Movie Gift Pack''' (2014)
**''Accessories'': 2 clip-on turbine/cannons

: This Toys"R"Us [[exclusive]] Blu-Ray + DVD release of ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|Age of Extinction]]'' includes a unique Galvatron Kreon, though at first glance you probably wouldn't realize that it's different from the "Grimlock Unleashed" version (see above). This version changes up which body parts use metal-flake medium-gray plastic and which use the metallic silver plastic (including his hands), has an even ''darker'' gray helmet, and completely new tampographs all around, possibly more movie-model-accurate? It's kind of hard to tell.

:This set also included a similarly "just different enough to make you mad" [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#MovieGiftSet|Optimus Prime Kreon]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Decepticon/Kre-ODVDGalvatron/galvatron.htm More information on Movie Gift Set Galvatron at TFU.info]''
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===''Chronicle''===
[[File:Chronicletoy-CH02MovieVoyagerMegatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''G1 Megatron & Movie Megatron''' (multi-pack, 2011)
**''ID number:'' '''CH02'''
**''Accessories:'' [[MechTech]] Blaster/Fusion Cannon, tarp/cape

:This [[e-HOBBY]]-exclusive redeco of ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (toyline)|Dark of the Moon]]'' Voyager-Class Megatron comes in a two-pack with a reissue of the original [[Megatron (G1)/toys|''Generation 1'' Megatron]] [[Megatron (G1)/toys#G1MovieMegatron|toy]]. ''[[Transformers Chronicle|Chronicle]]'' Megatron replaces all of the pale brown and most of the light gray plastic with dark metallic olive-green, replaces the remaining gray plastic (including his tarp/cape) with a cooler shade, switches out the black for his wheels with dark brown, and redecoes his translucent red plastic into clear colorless plastic. Among other minor deco changes, he replaces the pale brown paint on his wheels and toolboxes/forearms with tan, features a silver-painted MechTech weapon, tanker, and front bumpers, and has some additional reddish "rust" paint details.

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[[File:Chronicle EZ MegatronMovie.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Megatron''' (EZ Collection, 2011)

:A redeco of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends-Class Megatron was released in Japan as part of the ''Chronicle'' EZ Collection line. This toy was only available [[Blindpacking|blindpacked]].

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===''Bot Shots''===
[[File:Bot Shots S1 BP004 Megatron.jpg|thumb|300px]]
*'''Nemesis Prime / Megatron / Acid Storm''' (Multi-pack, 2012)
**''Series'': '''1'''
**''Number'': '''BP004'''
***''Fist strength'': '''170'''
***''Blaster strength'': '''820'''
***''Sword strength'': '''625'''

:Part of the first wave of ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Series 1 three-packs, Megatron is a teeny tank that borrows some elements from both the ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)|War for Cybertron]]'' and ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (franchise)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' Megatron designs. He has [[Autotransformation|a spring-loaded automatic transformation]] to robot mode triggered when his front is pressed, and has a "spinner" in his chest that shows his three attack types and power levels.

:He comes with [[Nemesis Prime (G1)|Nemesis Prime]] and [[Acid Storm (G1)|Super Bot Acid Storm]]. He shares parts with [[Brawl (Movie)#Bot Shots|Decepticon Brawl]] and [[Shockwave (Movie)#Bot Shots|Shockwave]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/BS3pkMegatron/megatron.htm More information on 3-pack Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BStoy-MegatronLauncher.jpg|thumb|300px]]
*'''Megatron Launcher''' (Launcher, 2012)
**''Series'': '''1'''
**''Number'': '''BL002'''
**''Acessories'': Trailer/ launcher base
***''Fist strength'': '''530'''
***''Blaster strength'': '''900'''
***''Sword strength'': '''210'''

:Part of the first wave of ''Bot Shots'' Series 1 Launchers, this is a [[redeco]] of the ''Bot Shots'' tank Megatron mold in bronze. He comes with a large "trailer" tank body extension that transforms into a battle station with flip-out cannons and a launching mechanism. The large, main cannon on the launcher has detailing reminiscent of the original [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]'s [[fusion cannon]], such as the "dials" on the sides.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/BSLMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Launcher Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Bot_Shots_Super_Bot_Megatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px]]
*'''Megatron''' (2012)
**''Series'': '''1'''
**''Number'': '''Super Bot 003'''
***''Fist strength'': '''285'''
***''Blaster strength'': '''465'''
***''Sword strength'': '''870'''

:Part of the third wave of ''Bot Shots'' Series 1 single-packs, "Super Bot" Megatron transforms into a semi-truck with trailer, taking inspiration from the ''[[Kre-O]]'' and ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Dark of the Moon]]'' Megatrons. As a Super Bot, he has more lopsided stats (sorta), and was [[Shortpacking|shortpacked]] one per case.

:This mold was redecoed into [[Motormaster (G1)|Motorbreath]]. He shares parts with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Bot Shots|Optimus Prime]] and Nemesis Prime.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/BSSBMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Super Bot Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BStoy-BattlefortheMatrix-LauncherMegatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px]]
*'''Battle for the Matrix''' (Multi-pack, 2012)
**''Series'': '''1'''
**''Number'': '''UB003'''
***''Fist strength'': '''875'''
***''Blaster strength'': '''330'''
***''Sword strength'': '''415'''

: This redeco of the tank version of Megatron is cast in a warmer, non-metallic shade of black, with bronze details, a brighter silver face, and brighter red eyes. He comes with a redeco of his launcher, also in black, bronze, and silver.

: The set also comes with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#BotShotBattleForMatrix|Optimus Prime with his launcher]], [[Brawl (Movie)#BotShotBattleForMatrix|Decepticon Brawl]], [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#BotShotBattleForMatrix|Bumblebee]], and a [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Bot Shots|Matrix]] prize.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/BSBFTMMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Battle for the Matrix Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BStoy-CybertruckMegatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Megatron doesn't ''need'' your puny windshields.]]
*'''Megatron''' (2012)
**''Series'': '''1'''
**''Number'': '''B018'''
***''Fist strength'': '''800'''
***''Blaster strength'': '''520'''
***''Sword strength'': '''300'''

:Part of the fifth wave of ''Bot Shots'' Series 1 single-packs, this Megatron is a redeco of Super Bot Megatron in opaque plastics and with a painted "tanker" trailer section. The online Bot Shots checklist refers to this toy as "Megatron Cybertruck", a name not found on the packaging.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/BSB018Megatron/megatron.htm More information on "Cybertruck" Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BotShots Dragon Megatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Infused with the power of DORK Energon.]]
*'''Dragon Track''' (Playset, 2013)
**''Series'': '''2'''
**''Number'': '''UB002'''
***''Fist strength'': '''480'''
***''Blaster strength'': '''735'''
***''Sword strength'': '''405'''
**''Accessories'': Launcher

:Available only with the Dragon Track set, this version of Megatron is a new Flip Shot mold, changing into a purple jet with animalistic styling on its nose, and featuring a robot mode that's inspired more by ''[[Transformers: Prime (franchise)|Prime]]'' Megatron. An impact to the front of the jet will cause Megatron to flip back into robot mode. He comes with a launcher that can be connected to the track, as well as [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#DragonTrack|Flip Shot Optimus Prime and his launcher]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/BSDTMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Dragon Track Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BotShots FireAssault Megatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px|"I—I stayed out in the sun too long, okay!?"]]
*'''Decepticon Fire Assault Team''' (Multi-pack, 2013)
**''Series'': '''2'''
**''Number'': '''T016'''
***''Fist strength'': '''290'''
***''Blaster strength'': '''86?'''
***''Sword strength'': '''462'''

:A redeco of the original Megatron mold in red and orange, this version of Megatron was available in a five-pack with similar redecos of [[Shockwave (Movie)#FireAssaultTeam|Shockwave]], [[Starscream (G1)/toys#FireAssaultTeam|Starscream]], [[Barricade (Movie)/toys#FireAssaultTeam|Barricade]], and [[Lockdown (ROTF)#FireAssaultTeam|Lockdown]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/BSDFAMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Fire Assault Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BStoy-SpinShotMegatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px|At least, we think it's a car.]]
*'''Megatron''' (2013)
**''Series'': '''2'''
**''Number'': '''B008'''
***''Fist strength'': '''725'''
***''Blaster strength'': '''220'''
***''Sword strength'': '''675'''

:Part of the third wave of ''Bot Shots'' Series 2 single-packs, this new-mold Megatron transforms into a vaguely-animalistic black-and-silver car with wings, and with a robot mode that's also inspired by ''Prime'' Megatron. As a Spin Shot, one manually winds up his upper body beforehand when transforming him into vehicle mode, where striking the front of the vehicle will cause him to burst open and spin while auto-transforming.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/BSSSMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Spin Shot Megatron at TFU.info]''

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===''Age of Extinction''===
====''Robots in Disguise''====
{{note|The Japanese releases of the toys below features no changes from the American release, other than the packaging.}}
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[[File:AoE 1-step Galvatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Movie-verse [[Grand Galvatron]].]]
*'''Galvatron''' (One-Step Changer, 2014)
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)}}

:Part of the fourth wave of One-Step Changers, Galvatron transforms into a licensed 2012 Freightliner Argosy truck cab. His transformation is triggered when you depress a tab on the back of his wind vane and spin the wind vane a full 360 degrees, deploying his robot mode. Rotating the wind vane clockwise changes him back into a truck. He features articulation at his shoulders.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Decepticon/OSCGalvatron/galvatron.htm More information on One-Step Changer Galvatron at TFU.info]''
*'''Final Battle 4-Figure Set''' (Multi-pack, 2014-[[October 18|10-18]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''LA-SP'''
:Galvatron was later released in the Final Battle 4-Pack (along with Sliver Knight Optimus Prime, Slug, and Helicopter Drift) by Takara Tomy.
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[[File:AoE 1-step ROTF Megatron.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67| "Ignore me, it's better that way."]]
*'''Megatron''' (One-Step Changer, 2014)
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)}}

:Part of the fifth wave of One-Step Changers, Megatron changes from Cybertronian tank mode to robot mode at the push of a button. He features articulation at his shoulders. As with many tail-end ''Age of Extinction'' products, Megatron saw poor distribution and is among the most rare figures from the line and demands crazy hefty sums on the secondary market.

:Oddly, this toy is based on Megatron's ''Revenge of The Fallen'' body, is packaged in a card depicting his ''Dark of the Moon'' self, and was released in the ''Age of Extinction'' toyline. Confused yet?
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[[File:Power-battler-aoe-galvatron.jpg|right|300px|thumb|A little hip articulation would have gone SO far.]]
*'''Galvatron''' (Power Attacker, 2014)
**''Japanese ID Number'': '''LA18'''

:Released in the third wave of Power Attackers figures, Galvatron changes again into a licensed Freightliner Argosy. Pressing a tab on his back sends a rather intricate and ornate vortex grinder telescoping out of his chest.
[[File:TF-AOE-Power-Attacker-Galvatron-packaging-variants.jpg|left|200px|thumb]]
:Despite having a deluxe-sized robot mode, his vehicle mode is ''smaller'' than his one-step counterpart.

:Galvatron is released in two different packaging variants: he is either released in open, bubble-less card in robot mode, or boxed packaging in vehicle mode.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Decepticon/PBGalvatron/galvatron.htm More information on Power Attacker Galvatron at TFU.info]''

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====''Generations''====
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[[File:TF4-Voyager-Galvatron.JPG|upright=1.66|thumb|'''''[[Trukk not munky|KANNON NOT TRUKK]]''''' ''(Hasbro Version pictured)'']]
[[File:Takara-tomy-movie-advanced-galvatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|You want me, and [[BigBadToyStore|you can have me]]. ''(TakaraTomy Version pictured)'']]
*'''Galvatron''' (Voyager, 2014)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''AD22'''
**''Accessories:'' Cannon, Missile
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)|[[Hironori Kobayashi]] (deco, TakaraTomy)}}

:Part of the second wave of ''Age of Extinction: [[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' Voyager Class toys, Galvatron transforms into a 2012 Freightliner Argosy. Given that it would be impossible to emulate his on-screen transformation, he is a ''complete'' [[Shellformer|shell-former]], with his truck mode folding up solely along his back and calves. As with Evasion Optimus Prime, he has a different paint scheme than seen on his packaging, with fewer paint applications on his body and weapon. His cannon can either be held like a gun or fitted on his hand in a way that appears as if it is coming out of his arm.

:Due to his transformation scheme and design, his thighs are disproportionally short. The ankle hinges that fold his feet up in truck mode also make his lower legs extremely long by about half an inch, adding extra wire-like details that aren't present on his [[character model|CGI model]].

:Galvatron's package is the only packaging in the Age of Extinction toyline thus far that neglects to mention what his alternate mode is called. The only mention of Freightliner being involved with his alternate mode is in the tiny copyright information section of the box.

:The ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (toyline)#Movie Advanced Series|Movie Advanced Series]]'' version adds some additional paint applications for a more screen-accurate look, most notably, a darker face with yellowish-red eyes. This mold was later retooled into JD.com exclusive [[JD Red Knight]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Decepticon/Galvatron/galvatron.htm More information on ''Generations'' Galvatron at TFU.info]''

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===''Construct-Bots''===
[[File:Construct-bots-dinobot-riders-galvatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"No! Impossible! They're ruining everything!"]]
* '''Galvatron''' (Dinobot Riders, 2014)
**''Accessories'': Cannon
:Galvatron is a smaller toy that transforms into a futuristic truck. Galvatron can ride any of the larger Dinobot sets. His vehicle mode is photographed backwards in the stock photos.

:Like Starscream, Dinobot Riders Galvatron never saw release.

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* '''Galvatron with ???''' (Dinobot Warriors, 2014)
:Galvatron is a larger set that transforms from a futuristic truck into a robot. He probably comes with a Dinobot partner that can change into accessories.

:Unfortunately, Dinobot Warriors Galvatron never saw release.

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===''Timelines''===
[[File:BotCon2015-Megatron.jpg|right|thumb|300px|GIVE ME [[Megatron (G1)|''YOUR'' FACE]]!]]
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*'''Cybertron's Most Wanted''' (BotCon 2015 box set)
**''Accessories'': [[Scalpel (ROTF)|Scalpel]], [[Heavyweight]], and [[Boombox]] Arms Micron

:<s>C-81</s> Megatron is a retool of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)|Transformers: Prime]]'' [[Silas#Prime|Silas Breakdown]] sans the Silas panel piece, a toy which was originally exclusive to Japan. Now with a new head that evokes both the original Megatron and the live-action Megatron, he transforms into his massive armored truck mode, which features a single C joint bar at the rear of the truck and multiple 5mm pegholes. He comes with three smaller partners: Scalpel, Heavyweight, and Boombox. This toy was previously retooled from regular old "[[Breakdown (WFC)|War Breakdown]]," also exclusive to Japan.

: According to [[Jesse Wittenrich]], the [[BotCon]] team wanted to bring over the Japan-only War Breakdown mold, with [[Wreck-Gar (G1)|Wreck-Gar]], [[Cannonball (disambiguation)|Cannonball]] and [[Motormaster (G1)|Motormaster]] all being considered. However, these bots, among others weren't selected as their heads would need to be shrunken down to fit the mold, forcing him to look into non G1 trucks, eventually leading to ''Dark of the Moon'' Megatron being selected.<ref>{{citesocial|link=https://twitter.com/JesseWittenrich/status/1763977873084371193|year=2024|month=03|day=02|name=Jesse Wittenrich|site=Twitter|quote=BotCon wanted to bring the Breakdown mold to the US, and were looking at everything from Wreck-Gar, Cannonball, to Motormaster. But a traditional design head wouldn't fit in the chest without being small, so I looked at non-G1 Decepticon trucks. Which led to DotM Megatron}}</ref>
:[[Megatron (Movie)/toys#TargetCyberverseVs|The above Motormaster based repaint of Megatron's ''Cyberverse'' figure]] also played a part.
<ref>{{citesocial|link=https://twitter.com/JesseWittenrich/status/1765169314011705394?t=vLXLpQE3LEF7rWaFiA2ozA&s=19|year=2024|month=03|day=06|name=Jesse Wittenrich|site=Twitter|quote=This repaint of the Cyberverse Megatron toy also helped with the leap from Motormaster concept to DotM Megatron}}</ref>

:Megatron was available exclusively in a five-figure box set, packaged with [[Battletrap (G1)|Battletrap]], [[Packrat]], [[Stepper (SG)|''Shattered Glass'' Stepper]], and [[Oilmaster]].

::*''[http://tfu.info/2015/Decepticon/BCMegatron/megatron.htm More info on Botcon 2015 Megatron on TFU.info]''

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===''EZ Collection Gum''===
*'''Megatron''' (EZ Collection Gum)

:Released as part of the blindpacked ''EZ Collection Gum'' series, this Megatron is basically a clean version of the "battle damaged" figure seen in the second wave of the EZ Collection set.

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===''Movie The Best''===
[[File:Transformers-Movie-MB-03-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Wait, never mind.]]
*'''Megatron''' (Voyager, [[2017]]-[[February 4|02-04]])
**''Japanese ID Number'': '''MB-03'''
**''Accessories'': Missile

:Released as part of TakaraTomy's ''[[Transformers Movie The Best]]'' toyline to conclude the 10th anniversary of the [[live-action film series]], this Megatron is an extensive redeco of his Voyager Class toy, featuring a screen-accurate/concept art-accurate deco unlike his two cancelled ''Unite for the Universe'' and ''Megatron Rising'' set's figure.

:Like the rest of the ''Movie The Best'' figures, Megatron is packaged in Vehicle Mode.

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[[File:TF-Movie-The-Best-MB-14-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|You customized your figure already? too bad.]]
*'''Megatron''' (Leader, [[2018]]-[[February 24|2-24]])
**''Japanese ID Number'': '''MB-14'''
**''Accessories'': Sword-axe, Fusion Cannon, two flame effects

:This Megatron is a slight redeco of the Premier Edition Leader Class figure below, featuring a more screen-accurate gray plastic, and slightly darker gold paint details and a red mark on his right face, evoking his appearance in the film.

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===''The Last Knight''===
====''Turbo Changers''====
[[File:TLK-toy TTC Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|]]
*'''Megatron''' (Tiny Turbo Changer, 2017)
**''Series'': '''2'''
**''Bag code'': '''B'''

:Released in Series 2 of [[Tiny Turbo Changers]], Megatron changes from robot to Cybertronian jet and back. This toy uses the design from ''The Last Knight'' and features ball-jointed shoulders and his hands are compatible with ''[[Cyberverse (toyline)|Cyberverse]]'' weapons and other small accessories.

:The final product differs slightly from the promotional images, his arms are painted in a ''much'' darker grey.

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[[File:TF-TLK-Turbo-Changers-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Megatron''' (1-Step Turbo Changer, 2017)
**''Japanese Release Date'': 2017-[[July 15|07-15]]
**''Japanese ID Number'': '''TLK-16'''

:Released as part of the second wave of Turbo Changers, Megatron is a Scout-ish toy that converts from Cybertronian Jet into robot in just one...no, a few steps, by folding his wings down, fold the whole jet into his robot mode, and flip out the legs.

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[[File:TF-TLK-RtS-Turbo-Changer-6-pack-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''1-Step Turbo Changer 6 Pack''' (2017)
**''Accessories'': Axe, Club, 2 spear-like weapons, Scimitar, Shield

:This Megatron is a redeco of the figure above, featuring various Tech Spec-sque patterns on Jet mode nose and his pair of arms, which can be decoded with their transparent red weapons, which is molded in a sprue similar to the ones used for the Arms Microns kits & ''Robots in Disguise (2015)'' Mini-Con figures. Megatron is the only figure in this set who is actually left unarmed, but he can use the other Bots' weapons in this set. The deco appears similar to his Mission to Cybertron Legion class figure.

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[[File:TF-TLK-Knight-Armor-Turbo-Changer-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''(Hasbro version pictured)'']]
[[File:TF-TLK-TC-03-Big-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''(TakaraTomy version pictured)'']]
*'''Megatron''' (Knight Armor Turbo Changer, 2017/2018)
**''Japanese Name'': '''Big Megatron'''
**''Japanese ID Number'': '''TC-03'''
**''Japanese release date'': '''2018-[[February 3|02-03]]'''

:Knight Armor Turbo Changer Megatron is a Voyager-sized figure that transforms from a Cybertronian Jet to robot in just a few steps. His only articulation is the elbows, and he features 5mm compatible hands. He also features a "Knight Armor" gimmick, which consists of his mask popping out to his head with the press of the button on his back. Take note that you need to flip back the mask manually before you turn him back into Cybertronian Jet Mode. His arm-mounted Fusion Cannon is very, very small.

:The TakaraTomy release of the figure features extensive paint applications to resembles his on-screen appearances, and his pop-out mask is now vacuum metallized with some metallic red and gold details.
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====Legion Class====
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[[File:TF-TLK-Legion-Class-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"You were right, Diana, they don't deserve our help. They only deserve destruction."]]
*'''Megatron''' (Legion, 2017)

:Released in wave 2 of legion class figures, Megatron changes from Cybertronian jet to robot in a few simple steps. His nose cone rotates to reveal a sculpted fusion cannon barrel on his right arm. His hands are compatible with 3mm post weapons. For his size, he is quite well articulated, though most of it is used for his transformation scheme.

:In Japan, Megatron was available as a giveaway item for Mitsui Shopping Park's Toys"R"Us stores located at Lalaport Tokyo Bay, and he can be obtained by purchasing 5000 yen worth of ''Transformers'' products. The figure is limited to the first 300 customers, by the way.

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[[File:TF-TLK-TV-Magazine-Burning-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|That's a...spicy Meg-a-tron!]]
*'''Burning Megatron''' (TV-Kun exclusive freebie, 2017-[[August 1|08-01]])

:Burning Megatron is a redeco of the Legion Class Megatron in entirely red with some hint of gold, and he was released as a freebie for the September 2017 issue of ''[[TV Magazine]]'' (along with a DIY Geed Riser paper craft from ''Ultraman Geed''). Megatron also comes with cutout stands of Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Sqweeks, Grimlock, and Drift, which was reused from the main stock photos of the Takara release of the figures, printed with Ultraman Geed's cutout mask.

:It should be noted that ''every'' photos of the toy featured in the magazine (including the commercial) is slightly mistansformed: his cockpit/cannon is not rotated in robot mode, although the magazine's 115th page shows that his cannon is rotated correctly. It didn't help that [[The Explosive Birth of Energon Charge Bumblebee|his illustrated appearances]] also utilizes the same mistranformation.

:Explosive Burning Sword not included.
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[[File:TF-TLK-Walmart-Legion-Megatron-and-Berserker-2-pack.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Megatron & Berserker''' (Mission to Cybertron 2-pack, 2017)

:The unchanged release of Legion Class Megatron was available in a two-pack with [[Berserker]], a redeco of [[Breakdown (WFC)#Cyberverse|''Prime'' Legion Class Breakdown]], under the ''Autobots Unite'' subline imprint. This set was ''intended'' to be [[exclusive]] to [[Walmart]] stores in the United States, but although it ''was'' stocked by the Walmart US online store, it supposedly never actually made it to brick and mortar Walmart stores, instead ending up at US discount retailers, primarily Ross stores. Internationally, it was available in Hong Kong (possibly as a non-exclusive general retail release), at Walmart's subsidiary Asda in the United Kingdom, as a Prisma exclusive in Finland, and as a Walmart exclusive in Mexico. It was also listed at the websites of Dutch retailers Bart Smit and Intertoys (owned by the same parent company), but again, it's unsure if it was ever actually released in the Netherlands.
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[[File:TF-TLK-Mission-to-Cybertron-Legion-Class-2-pack-BvM-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|'''"MEGATRON'S ARMS ARE NOT BLUE! FIX MEGATRON'S ARMS IMMEDIATELY HASBRO!!!111"''']]
*'''Bumblebee VS Megatron''' (Mission to Cybertron 2-pack, 2017)

:Available along with Bumblebee, this Megatron is a repaint of the Legion Class figure above, sporting the same paint mask as the original Legion Class release, but features ''<s>blue</s> blue-ish purple arms'', feet and canopy. He features Cybertronic glyphs on the left side of his canopy, which translates as his own name.

:He and Bumblebee was available as as Toys"R"Us exclusive, including Japan, which also makes the first Legion Class ''The Last Knight'' Megatron to be released in Japanese retail.
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====''Titan Changers''====
[[File:TF-TLK-Titan-Changer-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|This diet is ''killin''' me! .....help me.]]
*'''Megatron''' (Titan Changer, 2017)

:''Titan Changers'' Megatron is an all-new mold that transforms from a tall robot into a Cybertronian Jet in just 5 easy steps! He features a minimal articulation on the arms and 5mm-compatible hands, though he cannot hold weapons with longer handles/hilts due to the wing kibble.
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====''Allspark Tech''====
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[[File:Transformers-TLK-Allspark Tech-Megatron.jpg|thumb|300px|No, not the [[AllSpark]] again!]]
*'''Megatron''' (Allspark Tech, 2017)

:Released as part of the individual carded ''Allspark Tech'' figures, This Megatron is a super-deformed styled robot that converts into a deformed Cybertronian jet and back. His chest also features a cavity for the electronic Allspark Cube (Oh, [[Transformers (film)|the irony!]]), which gives him different sound effects for his robot & vehicle modes. He also features 5mm compatible hands, but no weapon accessories.

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====''Premier Edition''====
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[[File:TF-TLK-Mission-to-Cybertron-Deluxe-Class-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''New Megatron Is punishing His Fusion cannon is illin'!'']]
*'''Megatron''' (Mission to Cybertron Deluxe Class, 2017)
**''Accessories'': 2 wingtips/cannon
{{toydesigner|[[Joe Kyde]] (Hasbro)}}

:"Mission to Cybertron" Megatron is a redeco/new head retool of [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Deluxe|''Generations Thrilling 30'' Megatron]] (and also the first Deluxe Class Movie Megatron toy that is not a Fast Action Battler), featuring a new head based on his appearance in the movie, albeit in a ''Generation 1''-ish style. He transforms from robot into Don Figueroa's stealth bomber design from IDW Publishing's ''[[The Transformers (IDW)|The Transformers]]'' ongoing series (which resembles a Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit). In robot mode, his wingtips detach to combine and transform into his fusion cannon. The cannon can peg into 5mm ports on his hands and forearms. Many figures were erroneously released with [[Quality control|two left fists]]. The instructions still depict his original mold's head.

:As with most "Mission to Cybertron" figures, Megatron features Cyberglyphics on both sides of the wings/fusion cannon, which translate to his own name. He also comes with a card, with the glyphs being decoded as "ENERGON", while the back features a piece (which includes Megatron) for the 6-part "Mission to Cybertron" poster.

:The figure also saw release in Japan, also as a Toys"R"Us exclusive (''stealth'' Megatron), without any changes from the American release. This mold was also used to make ''Generations'' [[Dreadwing (G2)#Generations|Dreadwing]] and ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Krok (G1)#Timelines|Krok]].

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[[File:TF-TLK-Voyager-Megatron.jpg|upright=2|thumb|He's gonna axe you a question.]]
*'''Megatron''' (Voyager Class, 2017)
**''Japanese release date:'' '''2017-[[August 5|08-05]]'''
**''Accessories'': [[Megatron's Konda|Konda sword]]
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)}}

:Released in the second wave of ''Premier Edition'' Voyagers, Megatron transforms from robot to Cybertronian jet. It is armed with a weapon resembling the [http://www.higgins-collection.org/artifacts/1605 Ikakalaka] weapon, and it can be stored on the robot's back which also can end up under the cockpit in jet mode if left place, or may be stored on the jet's top. While the fusion cannon on the right forearm is non-removable, it can be folded up against the back of his arm to replicate his ‘unarmed’ look in the movie. While the figure appears nearly black in promotional images, it's actually a metallic graphite gray with darker gunmetal gray paint applications. As with the other TLK Megatron figure, this one lacks the red facial "scar" from the film, but has red light piping in the eyes, forehead... and neck! The jet mode cockpit is also cast in transparent red. The port on the robot back/jet undercarriage is compatible with most figure flight stands. The jet mode lacks any sort of landing gear. There is a minor variant, in regards to the Decepticon symbol. While the stock photos and vast majority of the release feature the Decepticon symbol as it appears with its movie styling, some copies have been found sporting the traditional Decepticon logo, with the difference being in the eyes.

:Some stock photos depict Megatron's sword handle as being an unpainted red, however the final release and later stock photos have it the same color as the rest of the sword. The stock renders also depict the sword's bladed section and several body details being painted silver.

:The figure saw release in Japan as a Toys"R"Us exclusive. As with most Wave 2 Deluxes and Voyagers, Megatron's release was delayed in some territories, leading to [[Toy scalping|scalping]] on the aftermarket.

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*'''Megatron''' (Leader, 2017)
**''Japanese ID number'': '''TLK-19'''
**''Accessories'': Konda sword, Fusion Cannon, two flame effects
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)}}

:Part of the first wave of ''Premier Edition'' Leader Class figures, Megatron changes from Cybertronian jet to robot and back. He includes a large sword-axe which can store on his back in robot mode, and on the top of his jet in his vehicle form. In addition, he also comes with two flame effects which can plug into his turbine exhausts in jet mode or his arm-mounted fusion cannon in robot mode. On the back of his head there is a lever that can be pulled up to rotate a portion of his head, and close in the tusks to form his battle mask; this he space limitations that this gimmick needs makes his unmasked jaw hilariously skinny. In jet mode, he has an opening cockpit and his nosecone can be opened up to expose the fusion cannon by the push of a button right behind the cockpit. Because this action is spring-loaded and the two halves of the nosecone are made of soft plastic, it does not hold together well. When the cannon barrel is retracted in robot mode, the fusion cannon vaguely resembles the shield he's seen wielding on the [[Package art|package art]].

:Of all the Megatron toys above, this Leader Class figure bears the largest jet mode in the lineup.

:His battle axe was redecoed as a promotional campaign item, which used gold chrome. In 2018, Megatron is released along with either 1) [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#CaliburOP|Calibur Optimus Prime]] as part of the "Optimus Prime VS Megatron" set, or 2) [[Berserker#The Last Knight|Berserker]] and [[Nitro Zeus#The Last Knight|Decepticon Nitro]] as part of the "Decepticon Set". Both sets are exclusive to Takara Tomy Mall.

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[[File:TF-TLK-TF-Expo-2017-Taiwan-Lucky-Draw-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|So, you have the blood of the old gods in you! The old gods died.]]
*'''Megatron Gold Version''' (Leader Class, 2017)
**''Accessories'': Sword-axe, Fusion Cannon, two flame effects

:Available as a lottery prize for Taiwan TF Expo 2017, this Megatron is a vacuum-metallized redeco (this includes unpaintable plastic) of the Leader Class figure above.
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===''Transformers Fan Book''===
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*'''''[[Transformers Fan Book 2020]]''''' (TV-Magazine Mook, 2020)

:This release of the Legion Class ''The Last Knight'' Megatron mold is a slight repaint of the original, with the chest and lower jaw being painted with the very same gold used for the toes and the canopy. He is packed with an unchanged version of [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Transformers Fan Book|''The Last Knight'' Legion Class Optimus Prime mold as it appeared in the Mission to Cybertron 2-pack]] as part of the "Battle Set" freebie included in the 2020 edition of [[Kodansha]]'s ''[[Transformers Fan Book (series)|Transformers Fan Book]]''.
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===''Turbo Change Series''===
*'''Megatron''' ([[April 21]], 2018)
**''Japanese ID Number'': '''TC-07'''

:''Turbo Change Series'' Megatron is essentially a re-release of the Turbo Changer figure with new packaging. Like most of the wave's Turbo Changers, Megatron is likely to feature a pin on the legs that is used to activate the second Battle Command Optimus Prime toy's gimmicks.

:In 2019, the toy was given away free for the school kids who attended the [https://art.parco.jp/parcomuseum/detail/?id=168 ”The World Of Transformers” Exhibition] held at the Parco Museum in Ikebukuro from March 15th to Monday, April 1st, 2019.

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===''Studio Series''===
[[File:StudioSeries-13-MV2-Voyager-Megatron.jpg|thumb|350px|Har, har, you bought ''Movie The Best'' Voyager Megatron didn't ya?]]
* '''Megatron''' (Voyager Class, [[2018]])
**''Movie'': '''''Revenge of the Fallen'''''
**''Hasbro ID number:'' '''13'''
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''SS-11'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[July 28]], 2018
**''Accessories:'' "Forest Fight" backdrop (1st version)
{{toydesigner|[[Takashi Kunihiro]] (TakaraTomy)}}

:''[[Studio Series]]'' Megatron transforms into a Cybertronian tank and is generally more accurate to his appearance in ''Revenge of the Fallen''. It features a flip-out sword for his [[death-lock pincer]] with an articulated thumb sticking out of the side to make up for his lack of a right hand, as well as side turrets for his tank mode. His tank mode is ''mostly'' accurate to the film, however, it does not include its wings. The figure also includes a cardboard backdrop depicting the forest battle in ''Revenge of the Fallen''.

:The lower rear leg panels fall off very easily due to the pegs being molded too short. Due to transformation, Megatron is left with a glaringly hollow robot mode if viewed from the sides; this problem can be somewhat rectified by gently forcing the turrets downward.

:While some [[Toy Fair]] [[Toy Fair 2018|2018]] painted samples showed Megatron with a dark, metallic color scheme, the final product features light grey plastic. Likewise, the CG stock render depicts Megatron having brighter & duller gold parts instead of the final product's bronze, and his pair of turrets is depicted as being molded in black, among other minor deco differences, including a Decepticon symbol on his left shoulder that was omitted. The sword on the render is also bent impossibly far upwards, clipping into the rest of his cannon arm.

:Unsurprisingly, the [https://tfwiki.net/mediawiki/images2/archive/1/16/20180531120445%21StudioSeries-13-MV2-Voyager-Megatron.jpg stock photo] featured on many websites don't have the feet fully transformed (making them look long and flat). As shown in the accurately-transformed figure to the right: his toes can split in two; the back half of the foot must be folded down for accuracy; and the kibble that forms his face-guard in tank mode helps balance the feet out. Speaking of feet: the small wheel on Megatron's right foot in the CG stock render is molded in the same light gray color, while the other small wheels are molded in the same color as the treads.

:Later issues of this mold have a problem with the left ankle - the pin holding it in place with the shin is inserted too far on the inside. With some figures, this issue severely affects the poseability of the left leg. Another as-of-yet unidentified issue in the right leg can also cause the right front treads to lift high off the ground in tank mode, which can be annoying.

:Megatron is one of the earliest victims of rapid photodegradation; His unpaintable gray joints can potentially give a yellow tint.

:In a rather ''bizarre'' case of parts reuse, several of this figure's parts (notably the arm joints and the hip pieces) were also used for ''Studio Series'' Leader Class [[Shockwave (Movie)#Studio Series|Shockwave]], whereas his chest piece was also used for ''Studio Series'' Voyager Class Megatron in his body from the 2007 film (see below).

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[[File:TF-SS-33-Battle-Damaged-Megatron.jpg|thumb|350px| So ''that's'' why he has a hollow torso.]]
* '''Battle Damaged Megatron''' (Voyager Class, [[2019]])
**''Movie'': '''''Revenge of the Fallen'''''
**''ID number:'' '''31'''
**''Accessories:'' "[[Operation: Firestorm|Pyramid Desert Battle]]" backdrop (1st version)

:Released to commemorate the 10th anniversary of ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'', this ''Studio Series'' Megatron is a redeco and retool of the figure above, featuring a metallic shade of plastic with some paint wash details, multiple parts casted in a very dark grey and metallic plastic, and a new damaged head representing his injuries from Optimus Prime at the end of the movie. The figure includes a cardboard backdrop depicting the [[Operation: Firestorm]] desert battle.

:The figure was first stocked by Hong Kong online shops without any prior announcement from Hasbro. In March, the [http://www.toysrus.ca/product/index.jsp?productId=169340646 figure was listed in Toys"R"Us Canada's online store]. Around the same time, the figure was released as a Target exclusive in the US. It later saw a re-release by Target in late 2021.

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[[File:Studio-Series-34-MV3-Leader-Megatron.jpg|thumb|350px|Homeless millionaire!]]
*'''Megatron''' (Leader Class, 2019)
**''Movie'': '''''Dark of the Moon'''''
**''Hasbro ID number:'' '''34'''
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''SS-27'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[March 23]], 2019
**''Accessories:'' Cloak, chains, shotgun, [[Igor#Studio Series|Igor]] minifigure, "[[Namibia|Serengeti Hideout]]" backdrop

:This ''Studio Series'' Megatron transforms into a licensed Mack M915 Line-Haul Replacement Tractor and is accurate to his appearance in ''Dark of the Moon'', complete with a new cloak accessory and chains. He also comes with a shotgun, a minifigure of [[Igor]], and a cardboard backdrop display depicting the Decepticon camp in [[Namibia]], [[Africa]]. The Igor figure can plug into small pegs behind his head in robot mode or on the truck mode's trailer.

:Megatron's shot gun can store underneath the cab of the truck or on his robot back using a small peg. The shotgun is actually molded in beige plastic and then completely coated with gunmetal and silver paint for increased screen-accuracy. Care should be taken when tabbing in his shotgun to his hand as the hand's rubbery plastic can strip away the gun's paint, especially if left there for prolonged periods of time. While only the right hand is molded to be able to hold it via 5 mm post, a small peg near the handle allows him to wield the shotgun in his left hand by plugging it into a gap on his thumb, though it takes some fiddling with his fingers (which are also molded in soft plastic) to make it look presentable.

:It can be difficult to get enough clearance in truck mode for the cab's rear wheels to roll freely, as the chest pieces hang very low to the ground when in alternate mode. In addition, due to the sheer length of the truck mode and the internal forces from plastic tolerances, it can be difficult to get all ten wheels on the ground at once. The peg that connects the truck frame together in prevents his left calf from sliding completely flush into his leg, but this does not affect posability.

:The rubber chains take a bit of stretching to properly attach. Some orientations are easier to hook on than others, and the order of operations can also make it easier or harder to get all four eyelets hooked in place. As a result of the transformation, the truck cab is noticeably hollow, and cannot pivot at the trailer connection. As the front grills/spikes are molded in soft plastic, the pieces may warp in robot mode, in and out of package.

:Presumably as a result of being accidentally assigned to the wrong toy during the same photo shoot, the Hasbro stock photos of Megatron depict [[Jetfire (Movie)#Studio Series|Jetfire]]'s cane as an accessory, rather than Jetfire's own stock photos.

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[[File:TF-Studio-Series-Universal-Studios-Megatron.jpg|thumb|350px|Warning: Figure may shoot you if you attempt to do the ''[[Fortnite]]'' dance.]]
*'''As Seen In Parks Megatron''' (Leader Class, 2019)
**''Movie'': '''''Transformers: The Ride – 3D'''''
**''ID number:'' '''48'''
**''Accessories:'' Shotgun, chains, "Megatron Wreaks Havoc on Universal Studios" backdrop

:Planned as a [[Transformers: Universal Studios|Universal Studios]] exclusive, this Megatron is a redeco of the Leader Class figure above, featuring an entirely gray body meant to resemble the Megatron meet and greet in Universal Studios. Unlike the previous ''Studio Series'' Leader Class figure, he does not come with the cloak accessory or the minifigure of Igor. His backdrop depicts the door and queue area where the Megatron performer exits and greets park guests.

:Though we're not ''entirely'' sure whether "As Seen In Parks Megatron" is indeed supposed to be the toy's official name, the "As Seen In Parks" descriptor ''is'' featured in the same location where other ''Studio Series'' toys have their prefixes, such as "[[Stinger (AOE)#Studio Series|Decepticon Stinger]]", "[[Ratchet (Movie)/toys#Studio Series|Autobot Ratchet]]", "[[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#SS26|WWII Bumblebee]]" or "[[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#SS27|Clunker Bumblebee]]", plus it's what the official [[Hasbro Pulse]] listing calls the figure, so...

:Due to the global {{w|COVID-19 pandemic}}, the toy was released as a "shared exclusive" between several online retailers such as [[Hasbro Pulse]], [[BigBadToyStore]] and Entertainment Earth in the US.

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[[File:TF-Studio-Series-Voyager-Megatron.jpg|thumb|350px|''I whip my chain back and forth, I whip my chain back and forth'']]
*'''Megatron''' (Voyager Class, 2019)
**''Movie'': '''''Transformers'''''
**''Hasbro ID number:'' '''54'''
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''SS-46'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[March 28]], [[2020]]
**''Accessories:'' Flail, "Mission City Battle" backdrop
:This Voyager Megatron sculpt is based on his body from the 2007 film, transforming into a Cybertronian jet and drawing some engineering cues from his [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#Masterpiece|''Masterpiece'' figure]]. Like his wave-mate [[Soundwave (ROTF)/toys#Studio Series|Soundwave]], he's slathered in metallic silver paint. As such, exercise some caution if you don't want to get them scratched from handling.

:Confusingly, his chest is redecoed from that of his initial ''Revenge of the Fallen'' ''Studio Series'' figure, making it inaccurate to its appearance in the 2007 film. In a bizarre reversal of this, Megatron's CG model render on the front of the packaging depicts his ''Revenge of the Fallen'' head photoshopped onto his 2007 chest and body. As a byproduct of his transformation scheme, his knee joints are placed extremely far back on his legs, resulting in unsightly gaps in some poses. Due to being hinge joints, the heel panels are ''sometimes'' not strong enough to support the weight of the figure.

:There appears to be a minor sculpting mistake on his left toes: the bits near the top are offset rather than symmetrical like on his right toes. This error is not present on the toy's digital render or the movie CGI model.

:Due to its transformation, the jet mode's fuselage is rather visually compromised, consisting of robot kibble instead of accurate detailing. The jet lacks his distinctive exposed head as well as the top spikes on the ends of his wings, though the latter may be [[for safety reasons]]. As he has no landing gear, the jet rests on Megatron's torso, which may scratch the paint. He does possess a 3mm stand port for jet mode, but unfortunately it is difficult to access.

:This figure's flail, attached using a [[mushroom joint]], differs from those of his previous Leader Class and ''Masterpiece'' toys; it uses a proper spiked head rather than repurposing one of his hands and is connected using two separate chains sculpted from a somewhat flexible material. The flail's chain assembly features a [[5_mm_post|5 mm post]] on each side for storage in jet mode and a special tab that is shaped to fit a slot in either of Megatron's wrists while his hands are folded, though its width also makes it compatible with most 5 mm ports. Unfortunately, he does not come equipped with his fusion cannon.

:Lastly, he comes with backdrop display depicting the Battle of [[Mission City]].

:Like the rest of the Voyager figures in the same wave, Megatron first saw release in Hong Kong independent stores.

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[[File:TF-SS-90-Voyager-AOE-Galvatron.jpg|thumb|350px|Clean back? All done without a hitch.]]
*'''Galvatron''' (Voyager Class, 2022)
**''Movie'': '''''Age of Extinction'''''
**''Hasbro ID number'': '''90'''
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''SS-93'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[November]], 2022
**''Accessories'': Cannon, rocket cluster, "Hong Kong Pursuit" backdrop
{{toydesigner|[[Sam Smith]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref name="insta">Sam Smith's [https://www.instagram.com/p/CdMoATBFlDv/ Instagram] [https://www.instagram.com/p/CdMoNm7F3uz/ posts] [https://www.instagram.com/p/CdMoUo0FQyY/ about] ''Studio Series'' Galvatron</ref>

:''Studio Series'' Galvatron is a Voyager Class figure, transforming into a licensed 2012 Freightliner Argosy. Like the original Voyager Class figure from 2014, he has truck kibble on his robot mode due to the impossible-to-emulate transformation on-screen; despite this, he comes out looking much cleaner in robot mode compared to his 2014 figure, even managing to replicate the back of his torso grinder and featuring (small) sculpted-in arm blades! Unfortunately, his feet form ''very'' noticeable kibble on his truck mode's trailer hitch as a trade-off.

:He comes with his cannon and a rocket cluster. The cannon is designed to be used in his right hand. In vehicle mode, it can be stored under the truck using a slot in the left foot, but has no robot mode storage (officially). The rockets store in his chest in robot mode and under the cab in truck mode.

:Omitted from the instructions but shown in his Instagram reveal, the rocket cluster can peg into his arms or the sides of his truck mode. Undocumented by either, the cannon sports another tab that also allows it to peg into his arm or the sides of the truck. Additionally, in robot mode, there is enough space to [https://www.tfw2005.com/boards/threads/studio-series-90-age-of-extinction-voyager-class-galvatron.1234541/page-5#post-20825378 store both accessories in his chest with a bit of finagling].

:Don't forget to rotate his head when transforming to truck mode, otherwise the roof will not sit flush.

:Like all ''Studio Series'' figures in the Deluxe class and above, he comes with a backdrop, which depicts the chase in [[Hong Kong]] for the [[Seed]].

:Galvatron sports a several differences between his digital render and the final product, notably the sculpting on the upper parts of his torso panel and the stripes on his forehead (which ended up almost completely removed), as well as additional paint apps that did not make it to release.

:Galvatron was first revealed by In-Demand Toys on May 3, 2022<ref>https://www.facebook.com/1453854571525123/posts/3182021082041788/ In-Demand Toys' Facebook post revealing Studio Series Thundercracker and Galvatron</ref>, before his official announcement through [[Sam Smith]]'s Instagram of all things.<ref name="insta"/>

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*'''''Transformers'' 15th Anniversary Decepticon Multipack''' (Multi-pack, 2023)
**''Movie'': '''''Transformers'''''
**''ID number'': '''54'''
**''Accessories'': Flail, "Decepticon AllSpark Hunt" reversible backdrop

:"15th Anniversary" Megatron is a seemingly unchanged re-release of the original SS-54 Megatron above, still sporting his inaccurate chest design. He comes with his flail.

:This figure comes in an [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]] exclusive 4-pack alongside ''Studio Series'' [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#SS15thAnniversary|Starscream]], [[Blackout (Movie)#SS15thAnniversary|Blackout]]/[[Scorponok (Movie)#SS15thAnniversary|Scorponok]], and [[Barricade (Movie)/toys#SS15thAnniversary|Barricade]], released to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the first live-action [[Transformers (film)|''Transformers'' film]] (though it was released after the ''16th'' anniversary). The pack comes with a unique reversible backdrop depicting [[Hoover Dam]] on one side and battle of [[Mission City]] on the other. Notably, fellow Decepticons [[Bonecrusher (Movie)|Bonecrusher]], [[Brawl (Movie)|Brawl]], and [[Frenzy (Movie)|Frenzy]] are absent from this team pack.

:The front of the box reuses the odd render of 2007 Megatron with his ''Revenge of the Fallen'' head from the original SS54 box.

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[[File:TF-Studio-Series-Concept-Megatron.jpg|thumb|350px|I would have waited an eternity for this.]]
*'''Concept Art Megatron''' (Leader Class, [[2024]])
:*''Movie'': '''''Bumblebee'''''
:*''Hasbro ID number'': '''109'''
:*''Accessories'': Fusion Cannon, "Cybertron Falls" backdrop
{{toydesigner|[[Sam Smith]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Emiliano Santalucia]] (concept artist)}}<ref>[https://www.instagram.com/p/Cy9lj7xssPx/ Design notes] on Concept Art Megatron from [[Hasbro]] designer [[Sam Smith]] on Instagram</ref>

: Released as the only Leader Class figure in the first wave of ''Studio Series'' in 2024, Megatron is one of the first figures in the "concept art" subset based upon unused designs and CAD from ''Bumblebee''. This version of Megatron is also a triple changer inspired by the unreleased ''Animated'' [[Megatron (Animated)#Marauder|Marauder Megatron]]! He transforms into a Cybertronian tank in 32 steps, as well as a Cybertronian jet in 39.
: The fusion cannon features a 5mm barrel and can reconfigure for different vehicle modes or collapse to store on Megatron's back via one of two available 5mm ports. Megatron features extensive articulation for a mainline figure, including butterfly joint shoulders and the most expressive hands found outside of a ''Masterpiece'' figure. Each hand can point thanks to a separate index finger and the double jointed fingers allow for a much more anatomically correct clenched fist than you're likely to see on anything else that also has a 5mm hole. This feature does come at a cost, as getting Megatron's digits into the correct position to allow them to properly fold away into his forearms isn't straightforward.
: Instead of the usual tiny wheels in the tank treads, he merely features little static nubs sculpted where they would be. You can't have it all.

: In a small undocumented feature, the top fin (with a 5mm peg) on the fusion cannon can unclip and swivel out to 45°, which allows the cannon to angle down over Megatron's shoulder when pegged on to his back.

: Megatron, alongside the first wave of 2024 Studio Series product, was revealed at MCM London 2023. He was then made available to attendees of [[Cybertron Fest]] at Singapore Comic Con 2023 before anywhere else.

::*''[https://www.instagram.com/p/Cy9lj7xssPx/ Designer commentary on Concept Art Megatron from Sam Smith on Instagram]''

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===''Movie Edition''===
[[File:Movie-Edition-Tiny-Turbo-Changers-Series-4-Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Why is my code "N"? I'm not "Negatron"!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron''' (Tiny Turbo Changer, 2018)}}</ul>
:*''Series'': '''4'''
:*''Bag code'': '''N'''

: Released in Series 4 of [[Tiny Turbo Changers]], Megatron is based off his appearance in ''Revenge of the Fallen'' and as such changes into a (very) rough interpretation of his Cybertronian tank alternate form. He features articulation in his cannon arm, but not his standard arm. His torso features a hinge through the top of his torso that is not used in his transformation and allows his whole upper body to split in half, but otherwise has no purpose.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron''' (Tiny Turbo Changer, 2019)}}</ul>
:*''Series'': '''5'''
:*''Bag code'': '''B'''

: Released in series 5 of Tiny Turbo Changers, this version of Megatron is based off an unused design that would have appeared in the ''[[Bumblebee (film)|Bumblebee]]'' film, transforming from Earth-ish tank of made-up model to a more "Generation 1"-inspired robot mode. He features ball-jointed shoulders and 3mm compatible hands.

: Series 5 only ''barely'' made it to retail. Very few retailers and virtually no online outlets offered this Series, and the few places they could be found, like Target, apparently got very very few of them.

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[[File:TTC-toy Megatron TLK Shadow.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|]]
*'''Shadow Spark Megatron''' (Tiny Turbo Changer, 2019)
**''Series'': '''5'''
**''Bag code'': '''G'''

: Also part of Series 5, "Shadow Spark" Megatron is a purple redeco of the [[#Turbo Changers|Series 2 ''The Last Knight'' jet-Megatron design]].
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===''Bumblebee''===
[[File:Bumblebee-Titan-Changer-Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=0.66]]
*'''Megatron''' (Titan Changer, 2018)
:The [[#Titan Changer|''Last Knight'' Titan Changer]] Megatron toy is re-released with a new ''[[Transformers: Bumblebee (toyline)|Bumblebee]]'' movie-themed packaging.
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====''Energon Igniters''====
[[File:EnergonIgnitersPowerMegatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Taking "Peekaboo I see you" to the next level.]]
*'''Megatron''' (Power Series, 2018)
:Standing at approximately 5-inches, ''Bumblebee'' Power Megatron shares an identical design to his ''Revenge of the Fallen'' body, therefore transforming into a Cybertronian tank. As with other Power figures, he can interact with the Cores of larger Energon Igniters toys.

:The original stock photography has his robot mode mistransformed: His legs are not straightened.

:This was retooled into [[Blitzwing (BB)#Bumblebee|Blitzwing]].
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===''Masterpiece Movie Series''===
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[[File:Masterpiece-MPM8-Megatron.jpg|thumb|500px|"Join the other wallets in extinction!"]]
*'''Megatron''' ([[2019]])
**''Movie'': '''''Transformers'''''
**''ID number'': '''MPM-8'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[August 31]], 2019
**''Accessories'': "[[Fusion cannon|Weapon Blaster]]", chain whip, "[[AllSpark#Masterpiece Movie Series|Allspark Cube]]"

:''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece Movie Series]]'' Megatron is a large (12" tall), complex, mostly screen-accurate mold, and for the first time in ''years'' is based on his appearance in the 2007 film rather than the sequels, transforming into a Cybertronian jet mode in 50 steps. He features [[die-cast]] in his feet and multiple pieces in his back. Both of Megatron's weapon gimmicks are based on his removable hands: he includes a rubber "chain" piece which can connect either hand to its wrist to represent his flail in the film, albeit closer to the [[Rocket Claw]], as the flail end in the film is not his hand. The "Weapon Blaster", as the box calls it, can plug into a single wrist in its smaller "handgun" form, or into both wrists in its extended "[[fusion cannon]]" form. His blaster can also plug into the chain in order to represent the flail head, albeit oversized and lopsided. Although his hands have nowhere else to store when removed, they do ''not'' need to be removed for transformation, and both weapons have dedicated storage in robot and vehicle modes, with the blaster usefully filling out the jet's rear end. He also includes a silver-painted [[AllSpark#Masterpiece Movie Series|AllSpark]] cube containing die-cast, which, under a removable portion of his chest, can fit into his red translucent innards to represent his death at the end of the film. Like several other ''Masterpiece Movie Series'' figures, he has an articulated jaw. His transformation scheme allows his wings to be unfurled in robot mode, representing the brief scene in the movie when he carried Jazz to a rooftop before killing him.

:Megatron was revealed and released alongside MPM-9 [[Jazz (Movie)#Masterpiece Movie Series|Autobot Jazz]], as the two can replicate Jazz's death from the 2007 film.

:Megatron's head is based on a unfinalized model that was often used in previsualization material in ''Revenge of the Fallen'' and ''Dark of the Moon''. This is especially noticable as it lacks Cybertronian text on the back of his head, as well as excessive material around the sides of his head and his crown.<ref>[https://youtu.be/AtU_I4Wdg_c Unfinalized 2007 Megatron CGI model used for animatic clips throughout the first three films.]</ref>

:Exercise caution while transforming him into both modes: as many of his parts are painted, some of the sections are prone to chipping.
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===''Premium Finish''===
[[File:Premium-finish-SS-Megatron.jpg|thumb|300px|Showing up again in 2022 means that I'll have at least a cameo in the [[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (film)|next movie]], right? RIGHT!?]]
*'''Megatron''' (Voyager Class, [[December 29]], [[2021]])
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''PF SS-03 / PFSS 03'''
**''Hasbro ID number'': '''SS-03'''
**''Accessories'': Flail

:As part of the third wave of TakaraTomy's ''[[Transformers Premium Finish|''Premium Finish'']]'' subline, Megatron is a redeco of the ''Studio Series'' [[#SS54 |2007 Movie]] mold to represent his appearance in [[Transformers_(film)|''Transformers'']]. Notable deco changes include: The unpaintable plastic parts have been replaced with a similar shade with the paintable brown plastic, the silver paint operations are swapped with gray with silver weathering, and the paint operations on the legs, arms, torso, and head are altered.
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===''Rise of the Beasts''===
[[File:ROTB_Autobots_Unite_Megatron.jpg|thumb|300px|Sir Not-Appearing-In-This-Film, again?!]]
*'''Megatron''' (2023)
**Accessories: Igniter Core

:The [[Megatron_(Movie)/toys#Energon_Igniters|Power Series]] Megatron from the ''Bumblebee'' movie toyline has been repacked as part of the "Spark Changers" for the ''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (toyline)|Rise of the Beasts]]'' ''Autobots Unite'' subline. While the figure is unchanged from the original release, Megatron comes with an additional Energon Core for his tank mode to roll with.

:A packaging variant exists where he is in vehicle mode and lacks the Energon Core. The box-art used is also the same render from the Titan Changer (below)<ref> https://news.tfw2005.com/2023/09/10/tfw2005-weekly-international-sightings-round-up-september-2023-week-2-494305 </ref>

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[[File:TF-ROTB-Titan-Changer-Megatron-repack.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|...you're buying this for the box art, aren't you?]]
*'''Megatron''' (Titan Changer, 2023)
**Accessories: Fusion Cannon

:The ''[[Transformers Authentics|Authentics]]'' Titan Changer [[Megatron_(G1)/toys#TitanChanger|Megatron]] is repackaged without any changes on the figure, and he transforms from a thin robot to a tank. The Fusion cannon can be mounted on either arm or held in either fist via a 5 mm post. Like most Titan Changers, he only features articulation in his ball-jointed shoulders.

:The packaging also featured the first look at what Megatron would've looked like in the ''Bumblebee'' movie. Yes, the render ''does'' resemble the [[#S5TTC|Tiny Turbo Changer]]’s detailing.
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==Notes==
*Most Megatron toys feature [[Cyberglyphics]] despite Megatron only having [[Cybertronian language|another glyph language]], designed by [[Ben Procter]], imprinted on his body during the live-action films.

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Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)

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Astrobotix: /* Synopsis */

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{{movie|
|seriess=[[Live-action film series]]
|prev=Transformers (film)
|next=Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)
|title=''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen''
|image=ROTFteaserposter.jpg
|caption=You have controlled your fear. Now, release your anger. Only your hatred can destroy me.
|production companies=[[DreamWorks]] [[Hasbro]] [[Lorenzo di Bonaventura|di Bonaventura Pictures]]
|distributor=[[Paramount Pictures]]
|executive producer=[[Steven Spielberg]]
|associate producer=[[Lorenzo di Bonaventura]] [[Tom DeSanto]] [[Don Murphy]] [[Ian Bryce]]
|written by=[[Ehren Kruger]] [[Roberto Orci]] [[Alex Kurtzman]]
|directed by=[[Michael Bay]]
|cinematography by=[[Ben Seresin]]
|edited by=[[Roger Barton]] [[Paul Rubell]] [[Joel Negron]] [[Thomas A. Muldoon]]
|music by=[[Steve Jablonsky]]
|release date=[[June 24]], [[2009]]
|continuity=[[Live-action film series]]
|runtime=150 minutes
|budget=$200–210 million
|box office=$836.3 million
}}
{{quote|We had three weeks to get our story and, really, we were going into the movie without a script. It’s tough to do that.|[[Michael Bay]], [http://herocomplex.latimes.com/2011/01/14/michael-bay-ready-to-make-you-forget-transformers-2-it-was-kind-of-a-mess/ LA Times interview]}}

'''''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen''''' is the second film in the [[live-action film series]], a sequel to ''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]''. It was released in North America on [[June 24]], [[2009]].

The film is set two years after the events of ''Transformers''. The Autobots have found a home in "NEST", a secret military unit created to eliminate the remaining Decepticons, and Sam is starting college and trying to leave his Transformer-laden past behind. The Decepticons are regrouping, however. Megatron is restored to life, and his master, The Fallen, schemes to activate an energon-producing Star Harvester on Earth, which will destroy the planet and provide the Decepticons with enough energon to raise an army. The Harvester's location, and the means to activate it, are hidden within Sam's mind, leading the Decepticons to wage war across the Earth as they hunt down the human. Witwicky turns to some unlikely allies to escape and survive. Ultimately, the last of the Primes defeats The Fallen, destroys the Harvester, and proves the Autobots' greatest power is found in their unexpectedly-ancient alliance with the humans.

Director [[Michael Bay]] set out to greatly expand the film's scope with settings ranging across the globe, and a much larger cast of Transformers, with over 40 robots in all.

::::::::::::::::::::{{bigquote|Revenge is mine!|The Fallen}}

==Synopsis==
In 17,000 B.C., a group of human hunters discover Transformers already on Earth, building [[Star Harvester|a machine]]. [[The Fallen|One of the Transformers]] notices the humans, and his reaction is less than friendly.

Two years after the battle of [[Mission City]], the Autobots have teamed up with the American soldiers, including [[William Lennox|Lennox]] and [[Robert Epps|Epps]], in a secret team named [[NEST]] under the command of the [[United States military|US military]], but also incorporating soldiers from other countries such as the United Kingdom. Officially, the US government still keeps the Transformers' existence a secret.

[[File:ROTF-Arceethree.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.4|Well, I guess you don't know everything about women yet.]]

NEST is hunting down the Decepticons on Earth. A region of [[Shanghai]], [[China]] is evacuated to allow NEST to deploy with a cover-up of a toxic chemical spill occurring. As soldiers probe the region, they find the heat signature of the Decepticon [[Demolishor (ROTF)|Demolishor]], who transforms and wreaks havoc on the roadways. His discovery prompts his partner, [[Sideways (ROTF)|Sideways]], to escape as well. Sideways is pursued by [[Arcee (Movie)|Arcee]], [[Skids (ROTF)|Skids]] and [[Mudflap (ROTF)|Mudflap]], although [[Sideswipe (Movie)|Sideswipe]], waiting for the Decepticon, eventually slices him lengthwise in half. [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]] is airlifted to Shanghai and chases Demolishor through the city with [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]]. Optimus shoots Demolishor several times in the head, while Ironhide shoots out his wheels, causing him to crash and fall off a bypass, badly injuring himself in the process. Before Optimus kills him, Demolishor delivers the cryptic message: "The Fallen shall rise again."

[[File:ROTF Sam Cube fragment.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|You will go to the Dagobah system. There you will learn from Yoda.]]

Meanwhile, [[Sam Witwicky]] is preparing for his move to college and dealing with his bipolar mother. His father is looking forward to enjoying a holiday in Paris, and [[Mojo]] has a new canine companion named [[Frankie]]. Sam is on the phone to his rather snarky girlfriend, when he finds a splinter of the [[AllSpark]] lodged in his "D-Day shirt". He experiences a brief flash of images before the splinter burns him. Dropping it, Sam sees the floor catch fire as the splinter burns its way down to the kitchen, where it brings numerous kitchen devices to life. These [[appliancebot]]s make their way to Sam's room and attack. He escapes to the garden, where the bots pin Sam and his father behind the water fountain. After [[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]] has destroyed the kitchen robots (and part of the Witwickys' house with them), Sam hands the AllSpark shard to [[Mikaela Banes|Mikaela]]. His mother demands Bumblebee leaves. Sam then tells Bumblebee to join the other Autobots, as both of them need to move on. Sam and Mikaela have a slight scuffle over who should say the words "I love you" first, but they kiss and move on. Sam leaves for college, and no one notices a [[Wheelie (ROTF)|toy car]] in the lawn. It detects the splinter and signals [[Soundwave (ROTF)|Soundwave]], who is stationed in orbit around Earth, disguised as a satellite, and Soundwave orders the truck to follow the girl.

Meanwhile, NEST is in a video briefing with [[Morshower|General Morshower]], Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, when they are visited by National Security Adviser [[Theodore Galloway]], who has been dispatched to relay the President's concerns over the casualties in Shanghai. As Optimus relays the warning of "The Fallen", Soundwave takes control of the satellite transmitting the message. Galloway dismisses the threat, convinced that the only reason the Decepticons are interested in Earth is because of the presence of the Autobots. Therefore, he suggests that they may leave the planet. Optimus says that, yes, they will, but also warns Galloway that he may be wrong. During the conversation, Galloway reveals the location of the AllSpark shard Optimus Prime had picked up after killing [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]], and the location of Megatron's remains in the [[Laurentian Abyss]].

Sam arrives at college with his parents and meets his roommate, [[Leo Spitz]], who operates a [[The Real Effing Deal|conspiracy website]] and is convinced that alien robots are hiding on Earth. Sam feigns ignorance and goes to see if he can get another room, but his hunt is interrupted by his father and mother, the latter of whom has unwittingly purchased some marijuana-laced brownies. In the corridor, Leo points out [[Alice (ROTF)|Alice]], another student he has the hots for. Sam is more concerned with tracking down his mother, who by now is roaming the school, informing random people about the state of Sam's virginity.

Soundwave dispatches his minion [[Ravage (ROTF)|Ravage]] to Earth, where he infiltrates the NEST base on [[Diego Garcia]]. Ravage horks a swarm of [[Microcon (ROTF)|microcons]] into an ventilation outlet, and they swarm down to the chamber where the AllSpark shard is being held. There they combine into [[Reedman]], who steals the shard and joins Ravage in a rapid escape.

Although he's due to have a webcam date with Mikaela, Sam is dragged to at a frat party by Leo. He suffers some sort of attack, seeing [[Cyberglyphics|alien glyphs]] which he is trying to write on a table with cake icing when he's approached by Alice, who attempts to seduce him. When Bumblebee shows up, she takes a ride with Sam, but Bumblebee does everything he can to convince her to leave, up to and including spraying her with an [[lubricant|unidentifiable yellow liquid]]. Bumblebee then takes Sam to Optimus Prime, who tells him of the theft of the AllSpark shard and asks Sam to speak with the government on their behalf. Sam refuses, saying that he has his own problems and does not believe that he is the right person for this task.

[[File:TheFallen-ROTFNemesis.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.4|What is thy bidding, my master?]]

At the Laurentian Abyss, Ravage meets up with several [[Constructicon (ROTF)|Constructicons]], who have placed themselves aboard a cargo ship, then dives with them to the bottom of the ocean, where the US military has dumped Megatron's remains. Using the shard and spare parts from [[Scrapmetal (ROTF)|one of the Constructicons]] (who is presumably killed), [[Scalpel (ROTF)|"The Doctor"]] is able to revive Megatron, who promptly travels to one of Saturn's moons, where the ''[[Nemesis (ROTF)|Nemesis]]'' is being used as a base by the Decepticons. He is awaited by [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]], who is overseeing the spawning of a new army of Decepticons. After beating Starscream for leaving him to die, Megatron presents himself to his master, [[The Fallen]]. Although Megatron believes he has failed, The Fallen reveals that when the Cube was destroyed, the knowledge within the AllSpark was instead transferred to Sam, and with it the means to locate a device capable of creating vast amounts of Energon. The Fallen commands Megatron to capture Sam and kill Optimus, who is the last [[Prime (rank)|Prime]] and the only transformer who can defeat The Fallen.

As he sits in [[Colan|Professor Colan]]'s astronomy class, Sam suddenly reads through the entire reference book in a matter of seconds, before interrupting the Professor's lecture to scrawl more of the strange symbols on a blackboard and deliver a speed lecture on higher physics. After the Professor throws him out, he realises that the effects he's been experiencing may be linked to touching the AllSpark shard. When he calls Mikaela to warn her not to touch it, the [[Wheelie (ROTF)|toy-truck Decepticon]] tries to steal the shard, but Mikaela captures the tiny Decepticon. Mikaela promptly boards a plane to see Sam.

Alerted to multiple Decepticon contacts, NEST mobilises, but the Autobots are already on their way somewhere, and refusing to answer calls from their human comrades.

[[File:ROTF Optimus death.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|You are beaten. It is useless to resist.]]

Leo and Alice find Sam in the dorm room, freaking out and covering the walls with glyphs. Alice pushes Leo outside, and when Mikaela arrives, she finds Sam and Alice in what appears to be an intimate moment. It soon turns out, however, that Alice is a Decepticon as well. Mikaela, Sam and Leo flee as Alice hunts them, devastating the campus library; Mikaela eventually defeats her by slamming her into a tree with a hotwired car. The three humans try to get away but are captured by [[Grindor (ROTF)|Grindor]] and delivered to the waiting Megatron in an abandoned building. Megatron orders "The Doctor" to remove Sam's brain in order to access the information from the AllSpark shard, but Optimus Prime and Bumblebee arrive to free the three humans. Prime takes Sam and flees, but is soon overtaken by Megatron, Starscream and Grindor. In the subsequent battle, Prime injures Starscream and kills Grindor by tearing his head apart. However, Optimus is eventually impaled by Megatron and dies. The other Autobots arrive, saving Sam and causing Megatron and Starscream to retreat.

With the Decepticons unable to locate Sam on their own, Megatron decides that a show of force is in order to compel the humans to turn Sam over to him. Soundwave relays the mobilization order to the ''Nemesis'' and then tracks down [[Ron Witwicky|Ron]] and [[Judy Witwicky]] in Paris. Decepticons, joined by The Fallen, enter Earth and cause massive damage in their transition forms, destroying a [[United States Navy|naval carrier]] in the [[Atlantic Ocean]] and attacking Paris, kidnapping Sam's parents. In a hijacked TV broadcast around the world, The Fallen reveals his existence to the world's public and demands Sam be surrendered to him or else the Decepticons will destroy the world. As a result manhunt for Sam is launched.

[[File:Rotf t2 simmonsclassified.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.4|Ready are you? What know you of ready?]]

Sam, meanwhile, is hiding out with Mikaela, Leo, Bumblebee and the Autobot twins, Skids and Mudflap. Leo complains loudly about the strange turn his life has taken of late, and Sam rightly tells him to shut the hell up.

The Autobots return to the NEST base, where they are surrounded by the military. Galloway tells them that he has placed in charge of NEST, which is to cease all activities relating to the Decepticons. NEST is being stood down, and they are all to return to Diego Garcia, while the military draws up a coordinated multinational strategy, buying time by negotiating with the Decepticons. Though Lennox tries to argue, it's futile as Galloway pulls rank. Ratchet says the Autobots should leave Earth altogether, but Ironhide points out that it's not what Optimus would want.

Feeling guilty for Prime's death, Sam decides to solve the mystery of the symbols he's been seeing. The Autobots identify the symbols as Cybertronian, but since the language predates their existence, they cannot translate them. Leo eventually suggests they may ask his rival, "[[Robo-Warrior]]", owner of a [[GiantEffingRobots.com|competing website]], for help. To everyone's surprise, Robo-Warrior turns out to be none other than [[Seymour Simmons]], former agent of [[Sector Seven]]. Simmons reveals that the Transformers were on Earth some time ago, as symbols similar to those Sam is obsessed with have been found on numerous excavation sites around the world, and that Sector Seven discovered evidence that several Transformers stayed on Earth for some time. However, in order to read the symbols, they may need a Decepticon. Mikaela then interrogates Wheelie, who identifies the symbols as the Language of the Primes, and suggests they may track down one of the ancient [[Seeker (ROTF)|Seekers]], the Transformers believed to be on Earth. Wheelie identifies one as being nearby, in [[Washington, D.C.]]

[[File:ROTF behold Jetfire.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|Looking? Found someone you have, I would say, hmmm?]]

At the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, they discover an old Decepticon named [[Jetfire (Movie)|Jetfire]], disguised as an SR-71 Blackbird. After some initial confusion on his part, Jetfire explains he has defected to the Autobots, inspiring Wheelie to follow suit. When Sam finishes writing down the symbols, Jetfire says that they were part of the Seekers' mission, and he opens a [[space bridge]] and teleports himself as well as Sam, Mikaela, Leo, Simmons, Bumblebee and the Twins to [[Egypt]]. He explains that thousands of years ago, the Transformers arrived on Earth on an exploratory mission under their original leaders, the [[Dynasty of Primes|Primes]]. The Primes had come to build a Star Harvester, a device which can create [[Energon]], the Transformers fuel, by destroying suns. The Primes had a single rule of never destroying a star with a living bearing world, but one of the Primes, forever known as The Fallen, despised the humans and tried to activate the machine. The Primes were unable to defeat their brother, but instead stole the [[Matrix of Leadership]], the key needed to activate the harvester, and gave their lives to seal it in a tomb made of their own bodies. Jetfire further explains that only a Prime can hope to defeat The Fallen, and with the death of Optimus, they are doomed. Sam suggests that they may use the Matrix to revive Optimus Prime, which is backed up by Jetfire. They head towards Giza, dodging Egyptian police on the way.

In New Jersey, NEST are loading up to return to Diego Garcia when Simmons contacts Lennox to relay information about the new quest, and coordinates where they can drop Optimus's body. Lennox and Epps decide to trust the new information and go against their orders. Sam's group passes through a checkpoint, allowing Soundwave to pinpoint their location, but they reach the Pyramids of Giza, where they pick up the next clue, pointing to [[Jordan]].

On the NEST aircraft, Lennox tricks Galloway into bailing out of the plane. Back in the US, General Morshower receives a communique from Lennox, and arranges to have assets in the target area.

In Petra, Sam's group discovers the [[Tomb of the Primes]]. Inside, Sam finds the Matrix, which instantly crumbles into dust into his hands. Sam collects the dust regardless, and he and Mikaela return outside where Simmons and Leo have spotted the NEST team parachuting into Egypt to begin preparing for battle near the pyramids.

[[File:ROTF movie BumblebeevsRampage.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.4|This baby's got a few surprises in her.]]

Before Sam and the others can get back to Lennox and his people, the Decepticons start their attack. Bumblebee, Simmons, Leo, and the Twins draw their fire while Sam and Mikaela make a break for the soldiers. The Constructicons merge into [[Devastator (ROTF)|Devastator]], who proceeds to swallow Mudflap. Mudflap, however, is able to free himself, together with Skids, they try to slow Devastator down. While the Autobots and NEST fight the Decepticons, Starscream leads several other Constructicons in a search for Sam, and intending to use Sam's parents to lure him into a trap. Falling into the trap, Sam offers to hand over the Matrix dust to the Constructicon [[Rampage (ROTF)|Rampage]], but only to stall for time until Bumblebee is able to attack and destroy the Decepticon. Ravage attacks Bumblebee from behind, but is killed as well. Sam then orders Bumblebee to get his parents to safety while he and Mikaela try to reach Optimus Prime's body. A remote drone relays pictures back to Morshower, who launches [[Operation: Firestorm]], ordering an immediate launch of pretty much everything they can muster.

[[File:ROTF Devastator Mudflap swallow.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|How you get so big eating food of this kind?]]

In the meantime, Devastator has begun to take apart the pyramid that has been built around the Harvester. Simmons calls a navy ship off the coast of Egypt and orders the use of a railgun. Meanwhile, Sam finally meets up with Lennox and Epps, but they're pinned down by [[Mixmaster (ROTF)|Mixmaster]]. Jetfire arrives and kills Mixmaster and [[Scorponok (Movie)|Scorponok]], but is mortally wounded by the smaller Decepticon. Simmons relays Devastator's coordinates to the Navy, who score a direct hit on the giant with their railgun. Devastator is torn to pieces and topples from the pyramid. After an air strike takes out most of the other Decepticons, Sam makes a dash for Prime's body, but is caught in the blast of a shot fired by Megatron. While paramedics try to reanimate him, the Matrix dust gets spilled across his hand, and Sam encounters the dead Primes in a vision. The Primes tell him that he was destined to find the Matrix and save the life of the last Prime. Sam returns to life, which is enough to get him and Mikaela to admit that they love each other, and the dust in his hand turns back into the Matrix, which he is able to revive Optimus Prime.

[[File:TheFallen-ROTFfacegotten.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1|Perhaps you are not as strong as the Emperor thought.]]
Just then, The Fallen arrives by teleportation, steals the Matrix, and teleports himself to the pyramid, where he uses the Matrix to activate the Harvester. The soldiers and armored vehicles begin firing on the pyramid, but The Fallen raises the heavy weaponry with his telekinetic powers and destroys it all. Dying, Jetfire offers his parts to Optimus Prime, and then rips out his own Spark. [[Ratchet (Movie)|Ratchet]] and [[Jolt (ROTF)|Jolt]] then proceed to fuse Jetfire's remains with Optimus Prime, making him extremely powerful with flight capabilities. Optimus Prime is then able to destroy the Harvester, then faces the Fallen and Megatron. After a short, but fierce battle, Optimus defeats Megatron and kills The Fallen. Horrified at the demise of his master, the severely injured Megatron follows Starscream's suggestion and retreats, but vows that the war isn't over.

[[File:ROTF Optimus Sam ship.JPG|thumb|200px|Take care, you two. May the Force be with you.]]

With the battle won, the Autobots, NEST, Sam and his friends return to the USA on board an aircraft carrier. Upon his return, Sam continues to attend college, while Optimus Prime sends another message detailing recent events, so the shared past of Humanity and the Autobots will not be forgotten as it was before.
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==Main cast==
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*[[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]] ([[Peter Cullen]])
*[[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]] ([[Mark Ryan]])*
*[[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] ([[Jess Harnell]])
*[[Ratchet (Movie)|Ratchet]] ([[Robert Foxworth]])
*[[Sideswipe (Movie)|Sideswipe]] ([[André Sogliuzzo]])
*[[Arcee (Movie)|Arcee]] ([[Grey Griffin]])
*[[Chromia (ROTF)|Chromia]] (Grey Griffin)
*[[Elita-One (Movie)|Elita-One]] (Grey Griffin)
*[[Jolt (ROTF)|Jolt]]
'''[[Twins (ROTF)|Twins]]'''
*[[Skids (ROTF)|Skids]] ([[Tom Kenny]])
*[[Mudflap (ROTF)|Mudflap]] ([[Reno Wilson]])

'''[[Decepticon|Ex-Decepticons]]'''
*[[Jetfire (Movie)|Jetfire]] (Mark Ryan)
*[[Wheelie (ROTF)|Wheelie]] (Tom Kenny)

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*[[The Fallen]] ([[Tony Todd]])
*[[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]] ([[Hugo Weaving]])
*[[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] ([[Charlie Adler]])
*[[Soundwave (ROTF)|Soundwave]] ([[Frank Welker]])
**[[Ravage (ROTF)|Ravage]] (Frank Welker)
**[[Reedman]] (Frank Welker)
***[[Microcon (ROTF)|Microcons]]
**[[Scalpel (ROTF)|Scalpel/The Doctor]] ([[John Di Crosta]])
*[[Alice (ROTF)|Alice]] ([[Isabel Lucas]])
*[[Grindor (ROTF)|Grindor]] (Frank Welker)
*[[Sideways (ROTF)|Sideways]]
*[[Scorponok (Movie)|Scorponok]]
*[[Insecticon (Movie)|Insecticon]]
*[[Buffalo MPV Decepticon]]
*[[Hatchling]]s
*[[Protoform]]s
*[[Scalpel's assistant]]s
*[[Frenzy (Movie)|Frenzy's]] head

'''[[Constructicon (ROTF)|Constructicons]]'''
*[[Devastator (ROTF)|Devastator]] (Frank Welker)
**[[Mixmaster (ROTF)|Mixmaster]]
**[[Long Haul (ROTF)|Long Haul]]
**[[Scrapper (ROTF)|Scrapper]]
**[[Hightower (ROTF)|Hightower]]
**[[Overload (ROTF)|Overload]]
**[[Scavenger (ROTF)|Scavenger]]
**[[Skipjack (ROTF)|Skipjack]]†
**[[Unknown Constructicon dump truck]]
**[[Unknown Constructicon shovel]]
*[[Demolishor (ROTF)|Demolishor/Wheelbot]] ([[Calvin Wimmer]])
*[[Rampage (ROTF)|Rampage/Skipjack]] ([[Kevin Michael Richardson]])
*[[Scrapmetal (ROTF)|Scrapmetal]]

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*[[Sam Witwicky]] ([[Shia LaBeouf]])
*[[Mikaela Banes]] ([[Megan Fox]])
*[[Leo Spitz]] ([[Ramon Rodriguez]])
*[[Seymour Simmons]] ([[John Turturro]])
*[[Judy Witwicky]] ([[Julie White]])
*[[Ron Witwicky]] ([[Kevin Dunn]])
*[[Theodore Galloway]] ([[John Benjamin Hickey]])
*[[Colan|Professor Colan]] ([[Rainn Wilson]])
*[[Fassbinder]] ([[Jonathon Trent]])
*[[Sharsky]] ([[Walker Howard]])
*[[Tova Anael Fischer|Tova Simmons]] ([[Annie Korzen]])
'''[[United States Army|US Military]]/[[NEST]]'''
*[[William Lennox|Major William Lennox]] ([[Josh Duhamel]])
*[[Robert Epps|Master Sergeant Epps]] ([[Tyrese Gibson]])
*[[Graham|SASF Agent Graham]] ([[Matthew Marsden]])
*[[Morshower|General Morshower]] ([[Glenn Morshower]])

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*[[Mojo]] ([[Chester the Chihuahua]])
*[[Frankie]] ([[Paris (dog)|Paris]])
*[[Bonecrusher (dog)|Bonecrusher]] (himself)
'''[[Appliancebot]]s'''
*[[Dickbot the blender guy]]
*[[Ejector]]
*[[Dyson vacuum cleaner]]
*[[Microwave bot]]
*[[Waffle iron]]
*[[Cappuccino bot]]
*[[Garbage disposal bot]]
*[[Hand mixer]]
*[[Stand mixer]]
*[[CISCO Aironet]]
'''[[Dynasty of Primes]]'''
*Prime #1 ([[Michael York]])
*Prime #2 (Kevin Michael Richardson)
*Prime #3 ([[Robin Atkin Downes]])
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}}
<nowiki>*</nowiki> Bumblebee's lines as spoken by Ryan were cut from the final movie, but one scene where his voice could be heard was in a promotional video created for ShoWest 2009.<ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jRIfbFpe_sg Preview footage] from ShoWest 2009 showing Bumblebee "speaking" a line not used in the final cut.</ref>

† The individual known as "Skipjack" (not to be confused with Rampage who went by the name "Skipjack" in early production and even had this name carry over into the end credits), could possibly be the yellow bulldozer seen in the film that forms Devastator's left leg. The identity of this Constructicon was brought into question via what could be considered a minor [[Retcon|retcon]].<ref>[https://hasbropulse.com/blogs/unboxed/behindthedesign-transformers-devastator Behind the Design on Hasbro Pulse]</ref> ''(See: [[Skipjack (ROTF)]] for more details on this).''

==Quotes==





"Gotta wonder... if God made us in his image, who made ''him?''"
:—'''Epps''', as Galloway first witnesses Optimus's transformation.

"We've shed blood, sweat, and precious metal together." 
"Soldier, you're paid to shoot, not talk." 
[muttering] "Don't tempt me."
:—'''Epps''' is not really happy with '''Galloway'''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s plan to get rid of the Autobots.

"So let me ask: If we ultimately conclude that our national security is best served by denying you further asylum on our planet, will you leave peacefully?" 
"Freedom is your right. If you make that request, we will honor it. But before your President decides, please ask him this: What if we leave, and you're ''wrong''?"
:—'''Galloway''' makes the U.S. government's position on the Autobot refugees clear, while '''Optimus Prime''' counters with a pointed argument of his own

"No, uh, it's just this friend of mine went to get you a tighter shirt." 
"There isn't a [[tightest shirt|tighter shirt]]! We ''checked''!"
:—'''Sam''' tries to deflect a pair of '''frat boys'''

"Sam, fate rarely calls upon us at a moment of our choosing."
:—'''Optimus Prime''', trying to convince Sam Witwicky to become involved in the conflict once again

"I know you’re pissed. I know you’re pissed because I tried to kill you and it's completely understandable. If somebody tried to kill me, I’d be upset, too."
:—'''Sam Witwicky''' tries to relate with Megatron, to no avail.

"Is the future of our race not worth a single human life?" 
"You'll never stop at ''one''. ''[Unsheathes his left blade]'' '''I'll take you all on!'''"
:—'''Megatron''' tries to justify killing Sam, but '''Optimus Prime''' disapproves based on the potato chip theory. The most epic beatdown of the film ensues.

'''Sam''': "These symbols gotta mean something. Like a message... or a map. A map to an energon source. Can you guys read this?" 
'''Skids''': "''Read?''" 
'''Mudflap''': "Nu-uh, w-no. We don't really do much reading."
:—Literacy with '''Skids''' and '''Mudflap'''.

"Beginning. Middle. End. Facts. Details. Condense. Plot. Tell it."
:—'''Simmons''' demands more coherent exposition from Jetfire.

"One man, alone..." 
"Stop saying that!" 
"...Betrayed by the country he loves." 
"Oh, my goodness, I'm in the car okay, you're not alone!"
:—'''Simmons''' being, well, himself, much to '''Leo Spitz'''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s distress.

"Now I claim your sun!"
:—'''The Fallen''' does the standard "I claim victory before I have actually won" bit.

"You picked the wrong planet! Give me your ''face!''"
:—'''Optimus Prime''' warns The Fallen of his violent fetish.

"Not to call you a coward, master, but, sometimes, cowards do survive."
:—'''Starscream''' pitches his usual battle plan to an unusually receptive Megatron.

"Our races united by a history long forgotten and a future we shall face together. I am Optimus Prime, and I send this message so that our pasts will always be remembered. For in those memories, we live on."
:—'''Optimus Prime'''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s closing narration.

==Continuity notes==
*With the Allspark's destruction at the end of ''Transformers'', the Autobots had accepted Earth as their new home. The Allspark fragment that is stolen from Diego Garcia and used to revive Megatron was the same fragment that Optimus took out of Megatron’s exposed spark chamber.
*During the past two years, the Autobots have formed an alliance with Earth's militaries. While Bumblebee is seen living with Sam per his request, Optimus, Ratchet, and Ironhide have joined up with NEST full-time. Optimus' message at the end of the film requesting the Autobots to join them on Earth has been answered by Sideswipe, Arcee, the Twins, and Jolt.
*Mikaela's reason for not being able to move near Sam's college is because she has to help her fresh out-of-prison father reintegrate back into society. In the first film, Sam made a request to get her father released.
*Starscream is shown working for The Fallen when first introduced in the film, and Megatron accuses him of abandoning him to die in Mission City, acknowledging the fan theories that Starscream managed to sneak back into the F-22 Raptor fleet that fired on Megatron.
*Scorponok makes a quick cameo returning after retreating following his defeat at the hands of Lennox and Epps's squad midway through the previous film, only to be quickly killed by Jetfire.

==Errors==
===Filming / editing / technical errors===
[[File:ROTF filmcrewinsideplane.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Goddamn paparazzi get ''everywhere!'']]
*In the opening scene of the movie, when the Fallen lands to inspect the tribe of humans, he lifts up his right foot to stomp on them. However, when the scene switched to an overhead view, it is suddenly his left foot that stomps.

*When the Twins crash during their pursuit of Sideways, the pairs' voices are switched, with Tom Kenny's voice coming from Mudflap as he announces he is okay, and Reno Wilson delivering the admonishments as Skids punches him.

*During the Shanghai battle, when the ramp on the NEST C-17 transport is lowering to reveal Optimus Prime in the cargo bay, a filming crew (including director Michael Bay) can be seen inside the plane on the left side of screen.

*The vehicle modes the Twins scan already have personalized [[license plate]]s on them. Furthermore, despite sporting a "SKIDS" license plate in vehicle mode most of the time, Skids sports a license plate stating his vehicle model, "BEAT", in an establishing shot during the scene in New York City. Since this would also make the Twins' fighting over which car they get pointless, as they have already been assigned a specific car determined by the plate, the most likely explanation is that either the wrong prop vehicles were used by accident, or the filming crew didn't properly keep track of which license plates were used in which scene (i.e. the cars they scanned were ''supposed'' to have just their vehicle models on their license plates, and the cars used as the Twins' alternate modes were ''supposed'' to have their names on their license plates).

*Despite the minor cosmetic changes to his Camaro vehicle mode (i.e. new car prop) and the corresponding changes to his robot mode (i.e. modified CG model), Bumblebee still sports the same license plate''s'' as in the previous film. That is, his license plate is ''still'' inconsistent between both modes, alternating between "900 STRA" in vehicle mode and "4NZZ454" in robot mode.

*Similarly, despite still sporting his license plate from the previous movie, "4PCI382", on his robot mode chest, Ironhide no longer ''has'' a license plate in vehicle mode.

*When Sam jumps from the second story of his house to escape the kitchen robots, a stuntperson who does not look much like Shia LaBeouf performs the stunt.

[[File:ROTF Optimus missing cheek glyph.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|Cybertronian "tribal tattoo" removal is expensive.]]
*Optimus Prime is missing one of [[Ben Procter]]'s [[Cybertronian language|Cybertronian "tribal tattoo" characters]] on his cheek during the scene in the hangar.

*During the scene in which Alice meets Sam at the party, Sam gets a drink and the glass is full, then the camera angle changes and the glass is half full/empty, then the angle changes again and the glass is full again.

*Bumblebee picks up Sam at the frat party in the evening. He then takes him to a graveyard where it's dawn. In real life, the graveyard is located in [[Philadelphia]], while the frat party is set a hundred miles north, in Princeton. Still, even in [[New Jersey (Earth)|New Jersey]] traffic, the trip wouldn't take ''all night.''

*During Sam's campus freak-out, when he drops his notes on the steps, a blonde woman in a suit can be seen coming down the steps to his left, nearly reaching him. However, when the camera angle shifts, the woman is suddenly at the top of the stairs again.

*As Alice attacks Sam, part of the window behind them is taken up by a fan. When Mikaela throws the tool box, it smashes through a glass pane where the fan had been moments before, with the fan itself now resting against the wall under the ''Bad Boys II'' poster.

*When the Autobots are driving to Sam's college shortly before the Decepticons attack him, Arcee is completely absent from the group, while previously-unseen Jolt shows up in one shot ''in front'' of the others, then when the camera angle changes, he disappears.

[[File:ROTF Constructicons ship continuity.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|Wait, were you here a moment ago?]]
*In the flyover shot of the barge on which the four Constructicons sit, a red bulldozer, a concrete mixer, a green dump truck and a yellow front-end loader are visible. After the flyover shot, the four Constructicons are now a yellow bulldozer (in place of the red one), a concrete mixer, a green dump truck and a yellow Volvo excavator (in place of the yellow front-end loader). Additionally, the space between the containers where the Constructicons are parked has expanded considerably: During the flyover shot, the concrete mixer barely fit in, with the truck cab positioned behind the bulldozer; but in the subsequent shot, there is a considerable gap between the front of the concrete mixer's truck cab and the bulldozer that's almost wide enough to fit a second concrete mixer in!

*During the North Atlantic sequence, on the submarine [[USS Topeka|USS ''Topeka'']]'s sonar, there are "five contacts" diving down to Megatron's body's location, and "six contacts" coming up after his resurrection. Although this is dramatic, since [[Scrapmetal (ROTF)|one Constructicon]] was killed to repair Megatron, shouldn't there be only five contacts going up as well? Keep in mind, Scalpel is too small to register on sonar, but Ravage is just large enough.

*When the [[USS Theodore Roosevelt|USS ''Theodore Roosevelt'']] is sunk by Decepticon [[transition form]]s, its hull number of 71 can be seen on the bridge island. However, when it sinks, a hull number of 7'''4''' can clearly be seen on the bow of the landing deck. CVN-74 belongs to the [[USS John C. Stennis|USS ''John C. Stennis'']], a carrier that shows up later in the film and was also the carrier used for filming.

*Tasers do not cause those tased to go into convulsions. Even if they get tased in the nuts.

*There is a spiderweb in a tomb that explosively decompressed after being opened to the air for the first time in millions of years.

*While the NEST team and Director Galloway are on the C-17 headed to Egypt, Prime's body appears and disappears from shot to shot.

*When an aide to Morshower shows him a map indicating that Lennox's NEST team have airdropped in Egypt, the location marked is actually on the eastern side of the Red Sea, in Jordan. ''Oops.''

*In the scene where Bumblebee, Skids and Mudflap are attacked by Starscream, Bumblebee's prop car door can be seen flailing open when Starscream fires a missile from the ground.

*In the quarry when Devastator forms, the Twins go from grimy and dust covered to showroom floor clean within two shots.

*When Sam and Mikaela are running at the same moment Megatron spots them, you can see Sam is holding Mikaela's arm, but his jacket is nowhere to be seen. In the next shot, he has his jacket on his arm.

*Once again, the [[w:General Atomics MQ-9 Reaper|MQ-9 Reaper]] drone is referred to as the more well-known [[w:General Atomics MQ-1 Predator|MQ-1 Predator]]. The drone is powered by a propeller, which can be seen when the (real) drone takes off. However, due to the usage of footage from the 2007 ''Transformers'' movie, when the (CGI) drone approaches the battlefield, the propeller is absent, replaced by a jet engine (which would be consistent with a ''third'' related drone, the [[w:General Atomics Avenger|Avenger]]) . Also unfortunate is the fact the real drone with the propeller is white, while the CGI drone is black. ''Oy.''

*Ravage tears off Bumblebee's back kibble... but in the next shot it's back.

*As the humans and Autobots run from the bombs being dropped on the Decepticons, a damaged Ironhide ejects the cannon on his left arm. In later shots, the cannon is back on his arm.

*Megatron's head clips through his torso and shoulder several times after Optimus defeats him in Egypt.

*In the scene where Sam tells Mikaela that she said that she loves him first, very briefly Mikaela is shown to be wearing her vest and white jacket that she lost earlier in the movie and which she wasn't wearing at this point.

===Story / continuity errors===
*Most of the [[NEST]] and [[United States military|American]] soldiers are seen using small-calibre arms such as assault rifles, machine guns, and sniper rifles against the Decepticons, despite the previous film establishing very clearly that such weapons were useless against Cybertronians, and that "high-heat" sabot rounds were the only human weapons capable of penetrating Decepticon armour. Even if they somehow figured out how to make small calibre ammunition achieve the "high heat" required to damage Decepticon armour, it is ''extremely'' unlikely that such low-powered weapons would do any meaningful damage that warrants such widespread usage. After all, in real life, you can't kill a tank with a machine gun. Well, unless you're in [[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]]... ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Dark of the Moon]]'' offers up the explanation that small-arms fire hitting Decepticon armor "scrambles their circuits" and disorients them.

*The notion that a big metal box (containing a complex electronic mechanism shouting to be released) would ''ever'' make it through post-9/11 airport luggage screening is a bit on the implausible side. The novelization of the film attributes this to Mikaela's Epic Hotness distracting the guard into just letting her through; she also claims that the box contains expensive mechanic's tools which might look strange in an x-ray. Neither explanation is present in the film itself, however.

*When Alice attacks Sam and his friends, the box Wheelie is imprisoned within is taken along, and the box is not seen when Mikaela and Leo escape from the foundry in Bumblebee. The box ''should'' still be inside the wreckage of the car Mikaela hotwired at the college, but Wheelie nonetheless continues to appear in the film, despite there being no indication that anyone returned to the foundry after the battle.

* A shard of the Allspark can revive Megatron, even though it killed him before.

*While this may be a minor nitpick, why did the [[Constructicon (ROTF)|Constructicons]] have to kill one of their [[Scrapmetal (ROTF)|own]] to repair [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]] when the [[Decepticon]] corpses from the last film were also dumped in the [[Laurentian Abyss]]? Couldn't they have still had some useful parts left? After all, the film later establishes that [[Jetfire (Movie)|corpse parts]] are still useful for [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|upgrades]]. Is this the films way of telling us these guys are evil? Also, even though Scrapmetal had been an unwilling donor for parts, Megatron's color scheme and parts do not reflect this at all, even Megatron's tank treads are of Cybertronian design, rather than what would have been present on Scrapmetal's [[Alternate mode|alternate form]]. Must be something along the lines of [[Scanning|scanning]] [[Trans-scan|and replicating]].

*Given that the Autobots are part of NEST, and are dependent on the US Air Force for transportation around the world, it is not clear why Major Lennox had to be alerted to the fact that the Autobots were on the east coast of the United States. Do the Autobots normally go on unexplained joyrides?
**The next film suggests that it's not entirely uncommon for the Autobots to sneak out like "teenage kids" to go do their own thing.

*Where does Mikaela get the padding and gauze to bandage up Sam's hand? They were in the middle of a desert!

*When Jetfire teleports to Egypt, Wheelie is seen landing by him, but disappears until the group reaches the border guards. After they arrive at the pyramids, Wheelie is seen rolling in with the quartet of humans, but is never seen again.

*While running to get to Optimus' corpse, Sam meets a lot of Autobots: Bumblebee, Ironhide, the Arcee sisters... so why doesn't he simply get in one of them and ''drive'' all the way to Lennox's team instead of running?

*There's no rational reason for Simmons to climb the pyramid after Devastator. It looks like he's enabling the Navy ship to "fire on his position", which is useful when the firer can't see the target. However, as we find out just before the railgun is fired, the ship ''can'' see the pyramid. (And railguns are line-of-sight weapons, anyway.) So, Simmons didn't need to climb; he could have stayed someplace safe, called the ship, and told them, "Take a look at the pyramid, and shoot the giant robot tearing it up." It's also hard to believe he wasn't crushed by the flood of pyramid stones, which at one point are raining down on all four sides of the structure.

===Geographic discontinuities===
{{note|The on-film splicing together of disparate filming locations is a common movie phenomenon; however, we wouldn't be good pedants if we didn't point out a few of the more glaring disconnects.}}
*The [[Shanghai]] "industrial district" is... interesting, to say the least. There's a company sign that translates as "Empire Import and Export" (which would be the Chinese equivalent of a US company named "Soviet Import and Export") right next to a huge ironworks, dozens of people not even remotely dressed like workers are being evacuated... and at least [[Demolishor (ROTF)|Demolishor]] thought that a giant mining excavator wouldn't be terribly out of place there.

*The aerial view of [[Princeton University]] is immediately followed by a ground shot of the dormitories at the University of Pennsylvania.

[[File:ROTFcap-closestone.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|"The closest one's in Washington." Washington... New Jersey?]]
*After Lennox is alerted to the Autobot operation on the US east coast, he orders NEST to move out. By the time Optimus Prime is killed in battle with Megatron, it appears Lennox's transport planes are already over the United States, and by the end of the day, the NEST troops are at a US air base. Given the great distance between [[Diego Garcia]] and the United States, the short time it took them to arrive is implausible.

*[[Grindor (ROTF)|Grindor]] drops the car with [[Sam Witwicky|Sam]], [[Mikaela Banes|Mikaela]] and [[Leo Spitz|Leo]] inside into a factory just outside a huge city. Yet when [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]] and [[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]] rescue them and flee, they almost immediately reach a huge forest that was nowhere to be seen in the aerial shot of the factory.

*In the basement of Simmons' deli, in New York City, Wheelie projects laser dots onto a map of the United States to indicate where the Seekers are located. One dot hovers over Syracuse, New York. Another hovers over Trenton, New Jersey. Yet Simmons inexplicably says the closest one is in Washington.
**There ''is'' no dot over Washington.

[[File:ROTFcap-Pyramidsocean.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|The foreshortening is amazing.]]
*When Jetfire is activated at the {{w|National Air and Space Museum|Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum}} (actually the {{w|Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center}}, an annex of the Smithsonian) in Washington, he leaves the exhibition center and exits into the desert location of the {{w|309th Aerospace Maintenance and Regeneration Group}} (aka "the Boneyard"), which is in Tucson, Arizona. When Jetfire breaks out of the building, we can see a composited image of the Boneyard's rows of planes, so it's arguable that in this universe, the middle of Washington DC happens to be a desert full of old planes, and no buildings and... you get the point. Michael Bay actually admits this to be a deliberate choice in his audio commentary for the movie, and suggests that "most people in Taiwan" would probably never notice the error.

*The movie gives the impression that Giza in Egypt and Petra in Jordan are in close proximity to each other — within eyeshot, even. In reality, the two locations are about 416 kilometres (258 miles) apart. What makes this even more problematic is the fact that Egypt and Jordan don't share a common border — the country of [[Israel]] is in-between them, whose existence isn't even mentioned in the movie. At one point, Simmons displays a map of the Gulf of Aqaba (aka "the Dagger's Tip") - on which Egypt and Jordan are labeled in English, but Israel is not.

*Optimus, Megatron, Starscream and The Fallen take their fight from the Pyramids of Giza to the Temple of Luxor, which are ''more than 300 miles away''.

*Furthermore, the movie gives the impression that the Pyramids of Giza are located near the coast — the soldiers and tanks deployed from hovercraft arrive at the battle site almost immediately. In reality, the closest sea shore, the tip of the Red Sea, is still over 70 miles away from the Pyramids. Worse, when the [[rail gun]] is fired, a monitor screen on board the ''U.S.S. Kidd'' shows footage of the pyramids with the ''ocean in the foreground'', making it appear like they're no more than a mile or two away from the shore. Worse still, this is ''immediately'' followed by a shot of the pyramids that shows ''nothing but desert'' in the direction the rail gun shot is coming from.
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==Transformers references==
In addition to carryovers from the previous film, various concepts and characters are derived from previous iterations of Transformers:
*The whole concept of "Transformers disguised as a human" used for [[Alice (ROTF)|Alice]] is inspired by the [[Pretender]]s. Roberto Orci even used the term "Pretender" during an interview before the movie's release.<ref name="pretender">[https://www.ign.com/articles/2009/01/14/transformers-2-rumor-confirmed IGN interview with Roberto Orci]</ref> However, a Transformer with an "organic" alt-mode instead of an external shell is a concept more reminiscent of the [[Beast Era]].
*The Generation 1 iteration of [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]] is frequently portrayed as switching from Decepticon to Autobot (he's usually a young and technologically up-to-the-minute 'bot, however.)
*[[Soundwave (ROTF)|Soundwave]] and his ejectible minion [[Ravage (ROTF)|Ravage]] both have [[Soundwave (G1)|Generation 1]] [[Ravage (G1)|counterparts]]. Movie Soundwave even has the same voice actor as 1984 cartoon Soundwave, using the same voice, though without the synthetic vocal processing that made the cartoon voice so distinctive.
*[[Sideswipe (Movie)|Sideswipe]] bears little physical resemblance to his [[Sideswipe (G1)|Generation 1 namesake]], but is a vaguely similar character archetype.
*Generation 1 [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]] was the first [[female Transformer]] with a starring role, and was likewise a pink-colored girlbot. The idea of Arcee the pink girlbot as a motorcycle dates back to ''[[Transformers: Energon (franchise)|Energon]]''.
*[[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]], the combined form of the [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicons]], was the first [[combiner]] robot in Generation 1 (unless you count [[Reflector (G1)|Reflector]]).
*The characters are new, but the names "[[Sideways (disambiguation)|Sideways]]", "[[Demolishor (disambiguation)|Demolishor]]", "[[Mudflap (disambiguation)|Mudflap]]", "[[Skids (disambiguation)|Skids]]", "[[Jolt (disambiguation)|Jolt]]", "[[Rampage (disambiguation)|Rampage]]" and "[[Wheelie (disambiguation)|Wheelie]]" are not. Likewise for the concept of "[[Seeker (disambiguation)|Seekers]]".
*[[Optimus Prime (disambiguation)|Optimus Prime]] dying and coming back to life has been done [[The many deaths of Optimus Prime|times beyond counting]].
*Prime combining with another 'bot to form a [[Super Mode]] which increases his power (and often gives him flight capabilities) is a trope that has occurred in many recent Transformers series (''Robots in Disguise'', ''Armada'', ''Energon'', ''Cybertron''.) In ''Armada'', a different [[Jetfire (Armada)|Jetfire]] was his most frequent combination partner. This is the first time the other 'bot had to die for it to happen, though.
*[[The Fallen]] is based on a comic book character that made his debut in the 2004 miniseries [[Transformers: War Within: The Dark Ages|The War Within: The Dark Ages]]. In fact, according to Hasbro, he is ''the exact same iteration'' of the [[character]]! ([[Multiversal singularity|It's needlessly complicated]].)
*The [[Matrix of Leadership]] is one of the franchise's oldest MacGuffins.
*[[Energon]] (mentioned though never seen) is the Transformers' power source in numerous incarnations, beginning with the original cartoon.
*The concept of a [[protoform]] as the first stage of a Transformer is a reference to the same concept introduced on the ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|Beast Wars]]'' cartoon.
*Though it is almost certainly not an actual ''reference'' (it's a pretty generic and predictable sci-fi trope), the [[Star Harvester]] is quite similar in function to the [[Solar Needle]] from the Generation 1 episode "[[Changing Gears]]", sucking energy from the [[Sun]] to produce energon. Both devices would have destroyed the Sun if allowed to fulfill their function.
*The same is true for Sam having Cybertronian knowledge pumped directly into his brain via a sacred Transformer talisman, which is reminiscent of [[Buster Witwicky (G1)|Buster Witwicky]]'s similar situation in the [[Marvel Comics|Marvel]] G1 comics.
*In the factory battle, Optimus Prime performs a overhead leap while firing at Megatron that is strongly reminiscent of his G1 counterpart's iconic leap into battle from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''.
*A newspaper is sucked into Devastator that headlines a photograph and accompanying article about a mysterious appearance by [[Shockwave (Movie)|Shockwave]].
*When Mudflap and Skids first appear in their ice cream truck disguise, they play the Transformers [[theme song]] in a very "ice-creamish" way.
*Jetfire isn't the only [[Landmine (Energon)|Transformer]] to call Earth [[Inferno (episode)|'Dirt Planet']].

==Other editions==
[[File:ROTF Skids Mudflap popsicle.jpg|thumb|upright=1.0|right|The theater-specific lighting variant.]]
*A slightly longer edit was shown in IMAX theaters, which featured some brief additional scenes filmed with special IMAX cameras.<ref name="bayimax">[http://www.shootfortheedit.com/forum/showthread.php?t=5003 Michael Bay's own announcement of the IMAX version]</ref> An exclusive deal with [[Paramount Pictures|Paramount]] resulted in ''{{w|Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (film)|Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince}}'' not being shown in IMAX theaters until two weeks after the movie's regular theatrical launch.<ref name="imaxpotter">[http://www.collider.com/2009/06/08/transformers-will-keep-harry-potter-off-imax-for-two-weeks/ Collider reporting on the Paramount/IMAX/Harry Pottter deal]</ref>
*A rumor claims that there exists a censored version of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' in which the rude "[[File:Symbol decept reg.png|15px]] suck my popsicle!" decal on the side of [[Skids (ROTF)|Skids]] and [[Mudflap (ROTF)|Mudflap]]'s ice cream truck [[alternate mode]] is edited to remove the words "suck my", resulting in the somewhat nonsensical version "[[File:Symbol decept reg.png|15px]]           popsicle!" This version was supposedly shown in some theaters in several countries, even though other theaters in the those very same markets apparently showed the "uncensored" version.<ref name="popsicle">[https://www.tfw2005.com/boards/threads/decepticon-popsicle.254257/ Contemporary discussion] of the allegedly "censored" decal on the ice cream truck seen in ''Revenge of th Fallen'' at TFW2005.</ref> In reality, the most likely explanation for this is much more mundane: Whereas the Decepticon insignia and the word "popsicle" are both rendered in white, resulting in a high color contrast with the dark background of the decal, the words "suck my" are instead kept in dark red. Depending on the specific brightness and color contrast settings of a particular theater, this, combined with the overall darkness of the scene (which was shot "day for night"), could easily lead to those two words becoming pretty much "invisible" by pure coincidence, with no actual intention of "censorship" behind it.
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==Prequel material==
===Titan movie comics===
While the Decepticons were disgusted with the pro-Autobot propaganda of Bay's first documentary {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 13|#13's Star Screams}}, they were quite optimistic about the second film. [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] took a strong interest in it, going to the trouble of personally convincing [[Soundwave (ROTF)|Soundwave]] to be in the film {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 15|15's Star Screams}}.

The Decepticons promised this new documentary would show a glorious Decepticon victory {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 10|#10's Star Screams}}—whether it was in the script or not. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 18|#18's Star Screams}}

Shockingly, even ''they'' were under a non-disclosure agreement regarding the script; Starscream fearfully referred to a greater power keeping him quiet. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 22|#22's Star Screams}} Talking about it could even undermine the Decepticon war effort! {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 23|#23's Star Screams}}

In the same week the film came out, the Decepticons suddenly became unhappy with it and the detente period ended. Bay, Kurtzman, and Orci are once again marked for extermination for their propaganda films. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 2.1|#1's Law and Disorder}}

===Novels===
*''[[Transformers: The Veiled Threat]]''
A prequel novel in the same vein as [[Transformers: Ghosts of Yesterday]] chronicling the first missions of [[NEST]].

===IDW ''Transformers'' movie comics===
*''[[Transformers: Destiny]]''
A prequel series consisting of two four-issue minisseries:
**''[[Transformers: Alliance]]''
A four-issue limited miniseries picking up after the events of ''[[Transformers: The Reign of Starscream|The Reign of Starscream]]'' and tying into ''The Veiled Threat'' novel, leading up to ''Revenge of the Fallen'' itself.
**''[[Transformers: Defiance]]''
A four-issue limited miniseries set on Cybertron in the past, setting the stage for ''Revenge of the Fallen''.
*''[[Transformers: Tales of the Fallen]]''
A series of spotlights for six ''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen'' characters, five stories are set before the events of the movie, while one in particular is set after the film itself.

===Titan Comics ''Revenge of the Fallen'' movie comics===

*[[Transformers (Titan Magazine)|''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen'']]
A monthly title by Titan in the [[United Kingdom|UK]] (a rebranding of their existing comic).

The sinister, unseen figure of the Fallen is secretly gathering a Decepticon army on Cybertron. Skids and Mudflap, slacking off there at the time, accidentally discover this and flee to Earth to warn the other Autobots. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 2.1|Training Day}} An attempt to kill them fails {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 2.2|Dogfight!}}, but due to their rep of telling tall tales, no one believes them. It doesn't help when they accidentally help Grindor escape capture. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 2.3|Learning Curve}} The Fallen's agent Soundwave decides to use this, and first frames the twins as turncoats {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 2.5|Reversal of Fortune}}, then has them freed by their 'Decepticon allies' so they'll be hunted down.

After a few days of this, the twins began to regret ever getting involved, and Soundwave offered them sanctuary in the Decepticon army and the embrace of the Fallen: an offer they were eager to accept... {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 2.6|Outlaw Blues}}

==Adaptations==
*''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (novel)|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen]]''
The film novelization by [[Alan Dean Foster]].
*''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Official Movie Adaptation]]''
IDW Publishing's comic adaptation.

'''Children's adaptations'''
*''[[Revenge of the Fallen: The Junior Novel]]''
The film novelization for kids.
*''[[The Last Prime]]''
The film novelization for younger kids.

==Sequels==
Two sequels to the first ''Transformers'' movie were greenlit in the wake of its success, with ''Revenge'' being the first. Although Michael Bay had previously stated that he might need a break from giant space robots before tackling a third film, he confirmed a [[July 1]], [[2011]] release date on his blog.<ref>[http://michaelbay.com/2009/10/01/transformers-3-july-1st-2011/ Official confirmation of third movie release date from michaelbay.com]</ref>

{{main|Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|Transformers: The Last Knight (film)|Bumblebee (film)}}

*''[[Transformers: Cyber Missions]]''
A sequel for the film produced by [[TG Studios]] as a thirteen-episode CGI webcartoon.

*''[[Transformers: Nefarious|Nefarious]]''
A six-issue comic sequel published by IDW in a similar vein as ''The Reign of Starscream'' which was lead into by [[Tales of the Fallen issue 5]].

*''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen: Unite for the Universe]]''
A five-part [[Japan|Japanese]] manga sequel to ''Revenge of the Fallen''.

==Soundtrack==
{{main|Revenge of the Fallen: The Album}}

==Score==
{{main|Revenge of the Fallen: The Score}}

==Home video releases==
{{main|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)/home video}}
''Revenge of the Fallen'' was released by [[Paramount Pictures]] on DVD (as both a 2-disc special edition and a regular single disc version) and Blu-ray on [[October 20]]th in the United States,<ref name="comingsoon">[http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=58245 Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Hits Blu-ray and DVD Oct. 20!]</ref> and [[November 30]]th in the UK.

==Theatrical posters==
<center><gallery perrow="3">
File:ROTFteaserposter.jpg|Teaser poster
File:ROTF Theatrical poster.jpg|Theatrical poster
File:ROTF International poster.jpg|International poster
File:ROTF Prime poster.jpg|Prime poster
File:ROTF bumblebee poster.jpg|Bumblebee poster
File:ROTF Starscream poster.jpg|Wait...Starscream gets a poster but Megatron doesn't? That's just wrong.
</gallery></center>

==Reception==
{{quote|Transformers: ROTF has mostly gotten pretty hideous reviews, but that's because people don't understand that this isn't a movie, in the conventional sense.|[http://io9.com/5301898/michael-bay-finally-made-an-art-movie Michael Bay Finally Made An Art Movie], Charlie Jane Anders|[http://i09.com i09.com,] [[June 24]], [[2009]]}}
{{quote|[The critics] never seem to understand that I make movies for people to take a ride and escape.|[http://tinyurl.com/nyscnv forum post] by Michael Bay|[http://shootfortheedit.com shootfortheedit.com,] [[June 25]], [[2009]]}}
{{quote|Rarely have critics been more disconnected from what audiences want and love.|John Horn, [http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/news/la-et-bay29-2009jun29,0,6806652.story The Los Angeles Times], [[June 29]], 2009}}
{{quote|I'll take some of the criticism... They're [the Twins] basically gone.|Michael Bay, [http://www.usatoday.com/life/movies/news/2010-06-11-Transformers11_ST_N.htm USA Today], [[June 11]], 2010}}

''Revenge of the Fallen'' had its world premiere on [[June 8]]th, 2009, in Tokyo, Japan. Michael Bay, Shia LaBeouf, Megan Fox, Josh Duhamel, Tyrese Gibson, Isabel Lucas and Ramon Rodriguez attended.<ref>[http://michaelbay.com/2009/06/08/revenge-of-the-fallen-japan-premiere-photos/ Japanese Premiere photos at Michael Bay.com, June 8, 2009]</ref> Other countries such as South Korea,<ref>[http://michaelbay.com/2009/06/09/bay-and-co-invade-seoul/ Korean Premiere photos at Michael Bay.com, June 9, 2009]</ref> the United Kingdom and Germany followed over the course of the next few days. The United States premiere was held on [[June 22]]nd, 2009, in Westwood, California, during the {{w|Los Angeles Film Festival}} for the second time.
[[File:Devastator-ROTFenemyscrotum.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|Judge me by my size, do you?]]
In the week leading up to the United States release, while the film had been released in Japan and the United Kingdom, ''Revenge of the Fallen'' was ranking 38% fresh on [http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/transformers_revenge_of_the_fallen/ Rotten Tomatoes.com]. As American reviews were added into the ranking on June 24, the movie's freshness slipped slowly to 22%. Today, the film's freshness rating sits at 20%, while its audience score is at 57%. The movie was primarily criticized for its crude portrayal of women, black people, and little people, but it was beaten for its long-winded action scenes, unfunny adult humor, dialogue, acting from the film's human cast, as well as its confusing plot. The film's long runtime proved to be a widespread issue among professional critics. These factors helped to dethrone ''{{w|Pearl Harbor (film)|Pearl Harbor}}'' (generally considered to be Michael Bay's worst movie prior to his involvement with the ''Transformers'' franchise), and gave the live-action ''Transformers'' films their terrible reputation among film critics. However, some of the film's more positive reviews noted that the film had impressive CGI and special effects.

RottenTomatoes.com's consensus was that "''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen'' is a noisy, underplotted, and overlong special effects extravaganza that lacks a human touch." Roger Ebert, who had given the ''first'' Transformers film three stars,<ref>[http://rogerebert.suntimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070705/REVIEWS/70620006/1023 Roger Ebert's ''Transformers'' review]</ref> gave Revenge one star, and remarked that "if you want to save yourself the ticket price, go into the kitchen, cue up a male choir singing the music of hell, and get a kid to start banging pots and pans together." <ref>[http://rogerebert.suntimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090623/REVIEWS/906239997 Roger Ebert's ''Revenge of the Fallen'' review] on RogerEbert.com</ref> Todd Gilchrist of Cinematical.com said Michael Bay "has exceeded even the possibilities of sequel-driven 'moreness,' combining his own muscular, high-gloss sensibility with the conventions of blockbusters past, present, and probably future to create a monolithic action masterpiece that feels destined to be the biggest movie of all time." <ref>[http://www.cinematical.com/2009/06/22/review-transformers-revenge-of-the-fallen/ Review: Transformers Revenge of the Fallen] on Cinematical.com</ref> Michael Phillips from the Chicago Tribune said "the first, comparatively lucid ''Transformers'' was a headache, but I sort of enjoyed it....''Revenge of the Fallen'' is more like listening to rocks in a clothes dryer for 2½ hours." <ref>[http://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/movies/chi-tc-mov-transformers-0623-0624jun23,0,7350387.story 'Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen' stars Shia LaBeouf, Megan Fox, Josh Duhamel] on chicagotribune.com</ref> Roger Ebert went back for more in a second article, declaring not only that ''Revenge of the Fallen'' was awful, but that it'd [[Ruined FOREVER|ruined action films FOREVER]].<ref>[http://blogs.suntimes.com/ebert/2009/06/the_fall_of_the_revengers.html "The Fall of the Revengers"] on suntimes.com</ref> In the face of many harsh responses to his own critique, Mr. Ebert went back a third time, not just deconstructing the film but also declaring that fans who claimed to perceive it as "great" were simply wrong.<ref>[http://blogs.suntimes.com/ebert/2009/07/i_am_a_brainiac.html I am a Braniac]</ref>

Despite the overwhelmingly negative reviews, ''Revenge of the Fallen'' poised itself quickly as a blockbuster maelstrom. It grossed $16 million in its opening midnight showings alone, an all-time record for Wednesday openings and a second-best for openings on any day of the week behind ''The Dark Knight''. After the full Wednesday was over, ''Revenge of the Fallen'' had grossed $55 million in domestic ticket sales, surpassing the previous Wednesday release record, held by ''Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix'', by over $10 million.<ref>[http://www.mtv.com/movies/news/articles/1614673/story.jhtml 'Transformers: Revenge Of The Fallen' Breaks Wednesday Box-Office Record] on MTV.com</ref> By the end of the first five days, ''Revenge of the Fallen'' had taken an estimated $201.2 million in the United States, just shy of ''The Dark Knight's'' record $203.8 million 5-day US total. In the same period, international markets took in $186.1 million, bringing the 5-day worldwide total to $387.3 million.<ref name="bomjdebut">[http://www.boxofficemojo.com/news/?id=2601&p=.htm BoxOfficeMojo.com - Weekend Report: ‘Revenge of the Fallen' Rises with Optimal Debut, June 28, 2009]</ref>

Paramount's U.S. exit polling revealed several intriguing facts: While the 2007 ''Transformers'' movie viewership skewed 60-40% toward men over women, the split for the new film was more even at 54% male, 46% female. More than 90% of those surveyed stated that ''Revenge of the Fallen'' was as good as or better than the first ''Transformers'' movie. Surprisingly, about 67% said the film was "excellent", an even better score than for Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman's critically acclaimed 2009 ''Star Trek'' movie.<ref name="exitp">[http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/news/la-et-bay29-2009jun29,0,6806652.story "'Transformers' director Michael Bay as audience darling" by John Horn, Los Angeles Times, June 29, 2009]</ref>

After two weeks in most markets, ''Revenge'' continued to defy critics and dominate the U.S. box office, narrowly defeating ''Ice Age 3: Dawn of the Dinosaurs'' on the Fourth of July weekend, finishing with upwards of $300 million in the U.S. and a similar figure in international markets.<ref name="reutjul7">[http://www.reuters.com/article/filmNews/idUSTRE5671DB20090708 Reuters reporting on Revenge of the Fallen's success around the world, July 7, 2009]</ref> Ultimately, ''Revenge'' grossed more than $836 million worldwide (versus $708 million for ''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]''), including $402 million from US box offices alone (versus $319 million for the first movie).<ref name="bomjrotf">[http://www.boxofficemojo.com/movies/?id=transformers2.htm ''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen'' at Box Office Mojo]</ref>

On [[October 20]], ''Revenge'' sold 2 million copies of its DVD/Blu-Ray release in the first 24 hours.<ref>[http://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/business/Transformers-Sequel-Transforms-Hollywood-Revenues-65589247.html Transformers Sequel Transforms Hollywood Revenues]</ref>

On April 3, 2010, Shia LaBeouf stated that he was confused about many things in ''Revenge of the Fallen'' and in fact, hated the movie. However, he noted that one of the major problems the film faced was working during the writer's strike without a script, and that he had faith that the third film would be an improvement.<ref>[http://www.contactmusic.com/news.nsf/story/shia-labeouf-confused-by-transformers_1137755 Shia LaBeouf comments on ''Revenge of the Fallen'' at contactmusic.com, April 3, 2010]</ref>

In a June 11, 2010 article about the third Transformers film, Bay and producer [[Lorenzo di Bonaventura]] now said they'd taken onboard some of the criticism, and cited the writer's strike and the rushed production as a problem; Bonaventura said "we tried to do too many things in the second movie, which didn't give enough time in any one of them". Bay also said he was getting rid of the "dorky comedy", like the Twins, for the third film, and called the Fallen "kind of a (expletive) character".<ref>[http://www.usatoday.com/life/movies/news/2010-06-11-Transformers11_ST_N.htm?csp=usat.me USA Today, "Next 'Transformers' is due for a switch"]</ref> And later, in the April 2011 dated issue of ''Empire'', Bay would again blame the strike and also cite the inclusion of "mystical" plots as a flaw in the film.<ref>''Empire'' April 2011, page 64 - released end of February</ref>

As of {{CURRENTYEAR}} ({{#expr: {{CURRENTYEAR}}-2009}} years after its release), ''Revenge of the Fallen'' is considered by the ''Transformers'' fanbase to be one of the weakest works in the franchise, on par with ''[[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)|Energon]]'' and ''[[Transformers: Combiner Wars (cartoon)|Combiner Wars]]'', for many of the same reasons as professional critics; most of the complaints revolve around the story, characters and overall filmmaking, with the creative liberties and deviations from past ''Transformers'' incarnations (themselves more divisive than universally hated) seen as the icing on the turd cake rather than a core criticism. Even fans of the other Michael Bay-helmed movies have been known to use ''ROTF'' as a scapegoat for why the movies have so many flaws and/or why critics hate ([[Transformers (film)|the]] [[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|most]] [[Bumblebee (film)|of]]) the entire series as a whole so much.

===Awards and recognition===
On February 1, 2009, it was announced that ''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen'' was nominated for seven {{w|Golden Raspberry Award}}s.<ref>[http://www.cnn.com/2010/SHOWBIZ/Movies/02/01/razzie.award.nominations/index.html 'Transformers,' 'Lost' lead worst movie nominees], cnn.com (February 1, 2009) retrieved 02-01-2009</ref> It was awarded three of them, for Worst Picture, Worst Director, and Worst Screenplay.<ref>[http://enewsi.com/movies/190-16933.html 30th Annual Golden Raspberry Award Winners @ENI]</ref> This presumably represents an improvement from the 2007 film, which received only one nomination ([[Jon Voight]] in the Supporting Actor category) and no wins.

On February 2, 2009, it was announced that ''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen'' was nominated for an {{w|Academy Award}} for Sound Mixing.<ref>[http://oscar.go.com/ Oscar.com]</ref> On March 7, it lost to ''The Hurt Locker''.

==Controversies==
[[File:ROTF movie SkidsMudflap bigmother.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.3|Who's scruffy-looking?]]
*A huge flap revolved around the characters of the "Twins", [[Skids (ROTF)|Skids]] and [[Mudflap (ROTF)|Mudflap]]. Many critics and viewers believed them to be racist stereotypes of poorly educated black American teenagers. Much evidence points to the pair actually being stereotypes of poorly educated ''white'' American teenagers, trying their best to sound like hardcore black urban gangsters... though it's ''still'' a racist stereotype of dubious taste. Director Michael Bay, when confronted with these accusations, claimed that the personalities of the two characters had been primarily created in the recording studio by voice actors [[Tom Kenny]] and [[Reno Wilson]]. Wilson, who is African-American himself, claimed to have been surprised the characters were taken as stereotypes and explained they were described when he first took the role as "wannabe gangster types" whose understanding of human culture was filtered through the internet, comparing them to "posers" like {{w|Kevin Federline}}.<ref name="jive"/> Screenwriters Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci confirmed that this portrayal of the characters hadn't been in the script, and admitted that they could understand the controversy.<ref name="racism">[http://www.filmschoolrejects.com/news/orci-and-kurtzman-respond-to-claims-of-racism-in-transformers-2.php Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman respond to accusations of racism]</ref>

*At least one reviewer claimed to find a repellent "anti-Arab subtext" to the movie's climactic scenes, which involved the damage or destruction of various Middle Eastern landmarks.<ref name="antiarab">[http://www.chicagoreader.com/chicago/MovieTimes?oid=978078 Chicago Reader review by Andrea Gronvall]</ref>

*Along the same lines, Chinese viewers reportedly criticized the depiction of Shanghai in the opening scene of the movie. Apparently, depicting an ''industrial area'' as "very shabby" is an "insult" to an entire country, as is the destruction of parts of the city during a battle between alien robots.<ref name="insultchina">[http://english.people.com.cn/90001/90782/6686502.html English-language article from People's Daily Online reporting on the alleged criticism against the movie in China, including rebuttals]</ref> Regardless, ''Revenge'' topped the box office in China, dethroning 1997's ''Titanic'' as the most successful movie of all times there.<ref name="recordchina">[http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118006144.html?categoryid=13&cs=1 Variety reporting on the success of ''Revenge'' in China.]</ref>

*Both professional critics and amateur bloggers noted that the film presents the [[Barack Obama|Obama]] administration as endangering Earth by being wussy, bureacratic, and ignoring the Brave Soldiers.<ref>[http://www.time.com/time/arts/article/0,8599,1906689,00.html Time's review of "Revenge of the Fallen"]</ref><ref>[http://hubpages.com/hub/Transformers-2-Revenge-of-the-Fallen--A-Political-Message A blogger's specific focus on the politics]</ref><ref>[http://www.philadelphiaweekly.com/screen/reviews/Transformers-Revenge-of-the-Fallen-49559047.html Philadelphia Weekly's review of ''Revenge of the Fallen'']</ref><ref>[http://bighollywood.breitbart.com/jjmnolte/2009/06/24/turnabout-transformers-2-takes-a-shot-at-president-obama/ Big Hollywood: Turnabout]</ref> Some right-wing bloggers and critics were quite happy about this. As Bay had added Obama's name and image to the film as a ''tribute'' to the President after the two of them met and had a mutually-complimentary conversation,<ref>[http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/movies/a160272/michael-bay-obama-likes-my-movies.html Michael Bay: 'Obama likes my movies'] at Digital Spy, and [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfT7ZF_AUk8 Bay telling the story at a press conference.]</ref> and the writers are known Democrats,<ref>[http://www.wilshireandwashington.com/2009/06/transformers-a-swipe-at-obama.html Variety: "Transformers, a Swipe at Obama?"]</ref> the implications are probably unintentional and meant to be a [[Autobot High Council|genre trope]] rather than a deliberate dig.

*The Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood, a lobbyist group that already complained about the [[Transformers (film)|first film]], is currently trying to lobby the Federal Communications Commission into tightening regulations for marketing movies rated "PG-13" and associated merchandise to children. The basic reasoning behind their complaints is that ''Revenge'' contains "intense sequences of sci-fi action violence, brief sexual humor, and language" and "would have been rated R fifteen years ago", and yet Hasbro's [[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|associated toys]] are advertised during TV programs aimed at children.<ref name="fccfilter">[http://arstechnica.com/media/news/2009/08/transformers-movies-get-caught-in-fcc-content-filtering-inquiry.ars Ars Technica article on the CCFC/FCC story.]</ref> Hasbro themselves appear to be still undecided about their official position regarding the more "mature" tone of the movies and its ramifications for the [[Transformers brand|brand's]] public image, having left several questions to this effect unanswered.<ref name="allsparkqa">[http://www.allspark.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=61539 July/August 2009 edition] of the Allspark [[Hasbro Q&A]]</ref><ref name="tformersqa">[http://tformers.com/transformers-hasbro-answers-your-burning-questions-part-v/12149/news.html July/August 2009 edition] of the TFormers Hasbro Q&A</ref>

==Technical details==
'''Length:''' 149 minutes
'''Audio:''' Dolby Digital / DTS / SDDS 
'''Content Rating:'''
{{collist|4|
*PG-13 (USA/MPAA)
*G (Japan)
*12A (United Kingdom)
*PG (Canada; British Columbia)<ref>''Transformers'' received a "14A" rating in British Columbia, but an appeal by the studio successfully reduced it to PG.</ref>
*G (Canada; Quebec)
*PG-12 (Taiwan)
*PG13 (Singapore)
*PG-13 (Philippines/MTRCB)
*IIA (China)
*PG-13 (Malaysia)
*M (Australia)
*M (New Zealand)
*10 (Brazil)
*K-11 (Finland)
*11 (Sweden)
*12 (Germany)
*12A (Ireland)
*12 (Netherlands)
*M/12 (Portugal)
*12 (South Korea)
*B (Mexico)
*12+ (Russia)}}

==Production staff==
*Writers [[Roberto Orci]] and [[Alex Kurtzman]] recruited [[Ehren Kruger]] to help them write the screenplay. [[Michael Bay]] and producers [[Don Murphy]], [[Tom DeSanto]], and [[Lorenzo di Bonaventura]] also returned.<ref>[http://www.superherohype.com/news/topnews.php?id=6372 Transformers 2 Writers Confirmed]</ref>
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===Locations department===
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==Development details==
===Cast and crew signing on===
On May 30, 2007, a month before the official release of ''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]'', [[DreamWorks]] announced that two sequels were already being planned.<ref name="spy">[http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/movies/a58430/two-transformers-sequels-in-pipeline.html Digital Spy article from May 2007, confirming that two sequels were being planned]</ref> [[Megan Fox]] had already been confirmed for the first of those sequels twelve days earlier,<ref name="foxcon">[http://www.mtvmoviesblog.com/2007/05/18/megan-fox-confirmed-for-transformers-sequel/ MTV confirming Megan Fox for the sequel]</ref> while [[Shia LaBeouf]] had already confirmed his participation in an—at that time still theoretical—sequel in November 2006.<ref name="shias">Rebecca Murray: [http://movies.about.com/od/bobby/a/bobbysl111006_4.htm Interview with Shia LaBeouf from 2006, confirming his participation in a theoretical sequel]</ref> Director [[Michael Bay]], meanwhile, only once briefly questioned his involvement in a sequel in August 2007, when [[Paramount Pictures]] announced that ''Transformers'' would be released on HD DVD, but not on Blu-ray Disc.<ref name="bayhd">[http://www.engadgethd.com/2007/08/21/michael-bay-responds-to-paramounts-abandonment-of-blu-ray-no/ One of many sites reporting Michael Bay's announcement that he would not direct the sequel if the first movie wouldn't be released on Blu-ray]. Bay deleted his original post after changing his mind.</ref> Bay quickly changed his mind, however, and Paramount would later release the first movie on Blu-ray anyway, after the HD DVD had been abandoned.

In September 2007, Paramount officially announced the first sequel for June 2009.<ref name="reldat">[http://www.variety.com/article/VR1117972852.html?categoryid=1236&cs=1 Variety reporting Paramount's official announcement of the first sequel]</ref> Bay was given a budget of $200 million, and ultimately managed to come in $4 million below that.<ref name="showest">[http://www.collider.com/entertainment/interviews/article.asp/aid/11461/tcid/1 Michael Bay talking the ''Transformers'' sequel at ShoWest“]</ref>

The ''Transformers'' screenwriters, [[Roberto Orci]] and [[Alex Kurtzman]], initially hesitated writing the sequel, but ultimately had a change of mind.<ref name="sciforc">[http://scifiwire.com/2009/03/orci-kurtzman-reveal-tran.php Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman talking to Sci Fi Wire.]</ref> In October 2007, [[Ehren Kruger]] was confirmed as a third writer, who, according to Kurtzman, brought in a "fresh perspective",<ref name="kickoff">[http://www.firstshowing.net/2009/01/14/kicking-off-2009-with-writers-alex-kurtzman-and-roberto-orci-part-two-transformers-2/ Another interview with Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci]</ref> and who reportedly impressed both director Michael Bay and [[Hasbro]] CEO [[Brian Goldner]] with his knowledge of ''Transformers'' mythology.<ref name="writersr">[http://www.zap2it.com/movies/news/zap-transformers2writers,0,1938976.story Zap2it story about the ROTF writers]</ref>

In April 2009, Roberto Orci confirmed that cartoon voice actor [[Frank Welker]] would voice Soundwave.<ref name="welkers">[http://www.cinemablend.com/new.php?id=12917 Roberto Orci confirming Welker as Soundwave]</ref> Welker had previously been considered as [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron's]] voice actor in the first movie, but ultimately Michael Bay had given that part to [[Hugo Weaving]] instead. Both Bay and the writers were also hoping that [[Leonard Nimoy]] could voice a character in the movie.<ref name="sciforc">Bay later stated that he was nervous of asking his relative Nimoy to voice The Fallen for fear of offending him with the relatively low pay allotted to voice actors.<ref name="nimoy1">[http://moviesblog.mtv.com/2009/04/21/michael-bay-afraid-to-offend-leonard-nimoy-with-transformers-family-reunion-offer/ ''Michael Bay Afraid To Offend Leonard Nimoy With ‘Transformers’ Family Reunion Offer'', MTV.com Movies blog, April 21, 2009]</ref> Even though Nimoy openly asked Bay to simply give him a call,<ref name="nimoy2">[http://www.latinoreview.com/news/leonard-nimoy-to-michael-bay-call-me-6682 Leonard Nimoy To Michael Bay: "Call Me!"], Latino Review</ref> it ultimately never worked out: after watching his guest appearance as Asteroth on ''{{w|Batman: The Brave and the Bold}}'', Bay selected [[Tony Todd]] - whom he worked with on ''The Rock'' - for the voice of The Fallen instead.<ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HaN2g5i2k2E Interview with The Fallen himself - Tony Todd]</ref>

===Writing and production===
For the movie, Orci and Kurtzman searched the various ''Transformers'' comics and cartoons for "the most elemental bad guy", and eventually found one in [[The Fallen]].<ref name="sciforc"/>

In addition to that, they wanted to include many things in the sequel that hadn't made it into the first movie, including the Decepticon [[Soundwave (ROTF)|Soundwave]]. Likewise, the [[Matrix of Leadership]] had initially been intended to be used in the first movie, but for fear of confusion with the ''Matrix'' movies, the cube had been renamed into the [[AllSpark]]. In return, the Matrix in ''Revenge of the Fallen'' bears more resemblance to the [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation 1]] Matrix.

In late 2007, during pre-production for the then-untitled ''Transformers'' sequel, the {{w|2007–2008 Writers Guild of America strike|Writers Guild of America went on strike}}, but according to all parties involved, this didn't slow down preparations of the movie much in the long run. Screenwriters Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci turned in their first outline of the script the night before the strike officially began. During the strike, director Michael Bay used the script as a basis for preparing the movie. After the strike had ended, Kurtzman, Orci and Ehren Kruger continued their work on the script, based on Bay's changes.<ref name="kickoff"/> One consequence of this development was that Michael Bay and Hasbro had selected some of the new Transformers characters that were to appear in the movie during the strike, because of the long production run of the toys, while they had legally not been allowed to consult with the screenwriters.<ref name="sciforc"/> The "Twins", [[Skids (ROTF)|Skids]] and [[Mudflap (ROTF)|Mudflap]], are Bay's creation.<ref name="jive">[https://web.archive.org/web/20090626132026/http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/06/24/transformers-jivetalking-_n_220005.html Transformers' Jive-Talking Robots Raise Race Issues - The Huffington Post]</ref>

In early June 2008, DreamWorks, Paramount, and Hasbro officially confirmed the movie's title to be ''Transformers 2: Revenge of the Fallen''.<ref name="titleann">[http://www.reserveresult.com/2008/06/transformers-2-revenge-of-fallen.html One of the first announcements of the title, still with a "2" in it]</ref> A few weeks later, Roberto Orci confirmed that there would be no "2" in the title.<ref name="no2orci">[http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-movie-discussion/180738-no-2-transformers-2-a.html#post2173364 Roberto Orci confirming that there will be no "2" in the movie's title]</ref>

Principal shooting began in June 2008 in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.<ref name="pennlive">[http://blog.pennlive.com/lvbreakingnews/2008/06/shooting_starts_today_on_trans_1.html Pennlive story about the beginning of ROTF's principal shooting in Bethlehem]</ref> Other shooting sites were Philadelphia, the campus of Princeton University, Long Beach, the Holloman Air Force Base and the White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico. Some scenes were also shot in other countries, at the {{w|Egyptian pyramids|Pyramids of Giza}} and in Luxor, Egypt, in Jordan and in Paris.

According to director Michael Bay, ''Revenge'' is the first movie in about 30 years to be given permission to shoot at the Pyramids of Giza, and the first movie ''ever'' to film on top of {{w|Petra}}.<ref name="bayclub">[http://www.transformersclub.com/tfrof-intv09.cfm Transformers Collectors' Club interview with Michael Bay]</ref> He obtained permission to film in Egypt by contacting Zahi Hawass, secretary general of Egypt's council of antiquities, who turned out to be a fan of the 2007 ''Transformers'' movie.<ref>[http://www.collider.com/entertainment/interviews/article.asp/aid/10866/tcid/1 The Collider article and video interview with Michael Bay, February 9, 2009]</ref>

During the time of shooting, actor Shia LaBeouf suffered a severe injury of his left hand in a car accident. Ultimately, however, filming was only briefly halted, and his injury worked into the film, thereby not adversely affecting the filming schedule.<ref name="TheList2008">[http://www.list.co.uk/article/10788-shia-labeoufs-transformers-hand/ The List 1 August 2008]</ref> For the movie, director Michael Bay earned himself an entry in the Guinness Book of Records for the "biggest explosion on film with actors present".<ref name="guiness">[http://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/news/article.cfm?c_id=1501119&objectid=10579085 New Zealand Herald article mentioning Bay' Guinness Book entry]</ref>

===Sponsors and partners===
====Hasbro====
[[Hasbro]] once again acted both as a licensor and actively participated in the development of the movie. Together with the first ''Transformers'' movie, the ''[[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]]'' movie ''Rise of the Cobra'' and several other planned movie projects such as ''Monopoly'', ''Stretch Armstrong'' and ''Battleships'', ''Revenge of the Fallen'' marks the beginning of a new company policy for Hasbro, believing that the new "the movie of the toy" strategy will be more lucrative than the old "the toy of the movie" concept, which involves hefty licensing fees.<ref name="brandweek">[http://www.businessweek.com/bwdaily/dnflash/content/jun2009/db20090611_333306.htm Brandweek article on Hasbro's new movie-related business strategy]</ref> Still, director [[Michael Bay]] receives an 8% cut of all toy sales from the ''Transformers'' movies.<ref name="forbesbay">[http://www.forbes.com/forbes/2009/0622/celebrity-09-transformers-michael-bay-making-movies-enemies-money.html Michael Bay article on Forbes.com June 4, 2009]</ref> During the 2007–2008 Writers Guild of America strike, when nobody was legally allowed to consult with the screenwriters, Hasbro and Bay selected several of the new Transformers characters that were to appear in the movie.<ref name="sciforc"/>

====US military====
The [[United States military]] also supported the movie again, providing vehicles, shooting locations and military personnel that appear as extras in the movie.<ref name="milit">[http://www.military.com/entertainment/movies/movie-news/military-unites-with-hollywood-on-transformers?wh=entertainment American Forces Press Service press release about the US military's contribution to ROTF]</ref> Due to scheduling coincidences, ''Revenge of the Fallen'' was given a larger support by the [[United States Department of Defense]] than ''G.I. Joe: Rise of Cobra'', which was produced at the same time.<ref name="dod">Jeff Schogol: [http://www.stripes.com/article.asp?section=104&article=62955 Stars and Stripes article about DOD support for ''revenge of the Fallen'' and ''G.I. Joe: Rise of the Cobra'']</ref> Initially, Bay had intended to include German Bundeswehr soldiers in the movie (presumably as members of [[NEST]] or on board the AWACS plane), but even though the soldiers were eager to participate, the German government denied the request.<ref name="szpremiere">[http://newsticker.sueddeutsche.de/list/id/657558 Report from the German press conference (in German language)]</ref>

====General Motors and other car manufacturers====
American car manufacturer General Motors once again provided vehicles that were used by the Autobots as their [[alternate mode]]s. Returning from the first movie were the GMC Topkick ([[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]]), the Hummer H2 ([[ratchet (Movie)|Ratchet]]) and the new Chevrolet Camaro ([[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]]), the latter this time as a slightly updated Z/28 model as compared to the first movie's concept car model. Newcomers for ''Revenge of the Fallen'' are all from the Chevrolet brand, namely the Chevrolet Beat ([[Skids (ROTF)|Skids]]), the Chevrolet Trax ([[Mudflap (ROTF)|Mudflap]]), a new Chevrolet Corvette Stingray concept car ([[Sideswipe (Movie)|Sideswipe]]) and, as a last minute addition, the new Chevrolet Volt electric car ([[Jolt (ROTF)|Jolt]]).

In total, General Motors provided 67 vehicles, 52 of them being prototypes not intended for sale.<ref name="chevytroubles">[http://www.usatoday.com/life/movies/news/2009-06-15-gm-transformers_N.htm USA Today story on Chevrolet's participation in the movie]</ref> As a consequence of the 2007-onwards financial crisis, however, General Motors reduced their financial support for ''Revenge'' in April 2009.<ref name="horsep">[http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-cotown-transformers6-2009apr06,0,5419006.story LA Times story on General Motors cutting their support for ''Revenge of the Fallen'']</ref>

Director Michael Bay estimates that, without the support of General Motors and the military, production of the movie would have cost $10 million more than the $195 million ultimately spent.<ref name="forbesbay"/> Coinciding with the release of ''Revenge of the Fallen'', General Motors reported that sales of the new Chevrolet Camaro were so strong that orders were outrunning the supply, even though the car was being sold above MSRP in many places. A direct connection to the movie, however, could not be proven.<ref name="camarosells">[http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601087&sid=aZCnXEtqqTcc Bloomberg reporting on strong sales for the new Chevrolet Camaro]</ref>

As the only car manufacturer besides General Motors, Audi was able to place its R8 in the movie, as the Decepticon [[Sideways (ROTF)|Sideways's]] alternate mode. The cooperation was arranged by Propaganda Global Entertainment Marketing.<ref name="propaganda">[http://www.businessweek.com/magazine/content/09_28/b4139068367113.htm "Hollywood's Blockbuster Role for Product Placement"], Bloomberg Businessweek, July 2009.</ref>

====Product placement====
As in the first movie, numerous companies signed a deal with the filmmakers which allowed for their product being featured in prominent places in the movie. A Mountain Dew vending machine can be seen in [[Leo Spitz|Leo's]] room, computer screens feature visible Cisco logos, [[Sam Witwicky|Sam]] and [[Mikaela Banes|Mikaela]] intend to communicate via iChat, a huge HSBC logo is seen at Times Square in New York City, a Budweiser bottle is prominently featured in one of the Paris scenes, CNN is everyone's preferred news channel, and a giant IMAX logo is seen inside the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. In return, Mars heavily advertised ''Revenge of the Fallen'' with their chocolate candy brand [[M&M's]].

===Changes before, during and after production===
*The three Autobot motorcycles were at one point meant to combine into a larger robot, but this was ultimately abandoned for unknown reasons. Concept artwork for this combined mode has surfaced, and this feature was mentioned in the novelization and appears to remain in the toys.

*According to comic book writer [[Simon Furman]], the [[Dinobot (AOE)|Dinobots]] had been in an early draft of the movie's plot, but were dropped from the cast very early in development.<ref>[http://moviesblog.mtv.com/2009/01/29/no-dinobots-in-transformers-2-revenge-of-the-fallen-original-film-consultant-explains-why/ MTV Movie Blog interview with Simon Furman, January 29, 2009.]</ref>

*Due to licensing issues with Audi and the writers' strike, Sideways' role was dramatically altered and he was nearly taken out of the script entirely. Originally, Sideways was going to escape the first wave of his Autobot pursuers by using Demolishor as a distraction. After Demolishor's death, Sideways would have been cornered and engaged by Sideswipe in robot mode. At this point, it would have been Sideways, not Demolishor, who would have dropped the Fallen's name when he threatened Sideswipe during the fight. Ultimately, the scene was never finished. Audi backed out of the licensing agreement and the scene was rewritten to focus on Demolishor. Audi later decided that they DID want their product featured, so a pre-visualization animation of Sideswipe bisecting a Lamborghini (included in the movie DVD's and Blu-ray Disc's bonus material) was reworked to feature an Audi R8 being sliced in half instead. Interestingly, some toys still referenced the deleted fight. Most of Sideways' toys feature a chainsaw weapon that he did not have in the film, and Human Alliance Sideswipe's box art depicts a diorama scene of Sideways attacking him in robot mode.

*[[Springer (ROTF)|Springer]], an Autobot who transforms into a V-22 Osprey, was to be a character in the movie, but was dropped from the cast during production.<ref name="procterdesigns">[http://conceptartworld.com/?p=2772 Ben Procter's movie designs for ROTF]</ref> However, he was dropped so late during production that Hasbro still released [[Legends Class (2005)|Legends]] and [[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]] versions of the character based on the abandoned movie design–in the first waves of their respective assortments, no less.

*Likewise, the Deluxe Class [[Breakaway (ROTF)|Breakaway]] and Scout Class [[Depthcharge (ROTF)|Depthcharge]] and [[Ransack (ROTF)|Ransack]] toys are based on designs [[Ben Procter]] had originally created for the movie. Breakaway had the early working name "Firestorm", while Ransack was originally conceived as a [[Ford Model T Seeker|Ford Model T]].<ref name="procterdesigns"/>

*[[Soundwave (ROTF)|Soundwave]] was originally intended to come to Earth and scan a black Chevrolet Silverado pick-up truck as his new [[alternate mode]]. The Deluxe Class Soundwave toy still retains some elements of this abandoned concept in robot mode, particularly a Cybertronian version of the Chevy grill and small headlights on the lower torso.

*Several plot points about the [[Dynasty of Primes]] were dropped from the final version of the film, but feature prominently in the adaptations. In the original version, the Dynasty was founded by [[Thirteen|Thirteen Primes]], eleven of whom were killed by The Fallen, with [[Prima|the sole survivor]] sealing the Matrix in the Tomb of the Primes by himself. The Fallen returned to Cybertron and killed all the Primes' descendants, save the one hidden from him who had no knowledge of his ancestry: Optimus. Additionally, The Fallen would have been revealed to have promised Megatron the powers of a Prime, which Optimus would expose as impossible during the final battle around the harvester, causing Megatron and Starscream to leave The Fallen to his death.

*The Fallen was originally supposed to be trapped inside a triangular sarcophagus as seen in ''[[Transformers: Defiance|Defiance]]''. ''Defiance'' writer [[Chris Mowry]] reportedly nearly spilled his coffee when he watched the movie for the first time and saw The Fallen just sitting in a chair inside the [[Nemesis (ROTF)|Nemesis]].<ref name="mowryallsp">[http://www.allspark.com/forums/index.php?s=&showtopic=64301&view=findpost&p=1387145 Comments by Chris Mowry at the Allspark], November 2009</ref> Exactly how this was supposed to inter-connect with The Fallen surviving his battle with the Primes and returning to Cybertron is unclear. Further, if he ''had'' been sealed in a sarcophagus, then, uh, who would have sent the Seekers to Earth to look for the Matrix?

*One scene that didn't make it into the final movie would have explained [[Alice (ROTF)|Alice]]'s sorta-human disguise: In it, [[Leo Spitz|Leo]] watches a TV ad featuring an Alice in Wonderland animatronic from an amusement park, which heavily resembles Alice. The scene was featured in the [[Revenge of the Fallen issue 2|comic adaptation]] and the [[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (novel)|novelization]]. It's unclear if the scene has actually been filmed; however, the movie still features the follow-up scene in which Leo shows up to tell Sam ''something'' about Alice, only to see her robot tongue strangle him.

*Sam was to have been established as a new vessel for the AllSpark, absorbing its knowledge, which would have explained how he managed to get a scholarship to Princeton. When he was dying in Egypt, the knowledge of the AllSpark would then have transferred to the dust within the Matrix of Leadership, which was created by the AllSpark. The movie would have ended with Optimus showing Sam that he'd recovered the Matrix, which now replaced the Cube as the AllSpark's physical form.

*Another possibly dropped plot point involved an explanation for the government's cover-up of the [[Mission City]] battle in the [[Transformers (film)|first movie]]. The robots would have been declared the creations of a company either named [[McClaren Robotics]] or [[McClaren Robotics|Massive Dynamics]], which allegedly had gone rogue by accident. This is referenced in [[Alan Dean Foster]]'s [[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (novel)|novelization]] of the movie (where the company is named "Massive Dynamics"), the junior novelization ''[[The Last Prime]]'' and [[IDW Publishing]]'s [[Revenge of the Fallen issue 1|comic adaptation]] (where the company is named "McClaren Robotics"). A McClaren sign is also briefly seen in IDW's [[Transformers: Alliance|''Alliance'' issue 4]]. An extensive casting call list leaked to the internet in April 2008 listed a "Massive Dynamics CEO" as one of the new characters.<ref name="iesbcall">[http://www.iesb.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=4663&Itemid=99 Casting call at IESB, April 2008]</ref> Presumably, actor Steve Tom was originally intended to play the character in the movie. His official website is listing him as appearing in ''Revenge'' ever since July 2008,<ref name="stevetom">[http://stevetom.com/picsandresume.html Resume of actor Steve Tom]</ref> even though he isn't actually listed in the film's credits. Back in July 2008, IMDB also listed Tom as playing the role of McClaren Robotics' CEO,<ref name="tfwimdbtom">[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-movie-just-movie-31/transformers-revenge-of-the-fallen-casting-steve-tom-as-robotics-ceo-katie-lowes-as-ra-165438/ TFW2005 referencing an (unarchived) IMDB entry for Steve Tom and his alleged role in ''Revenge'']</ref> whereas Theiapolis Cinema listed him as the CEO of Massive Dynamics at the same time.<ref name="theiarotf">[http://cinema.theiapolis.com/movie-2RLF/transformers-revenge-of-the-fallen/cast.html Theiapolis Cinema entry for ''Revenge'']</ref> It's unclear if the scenes featuring Tom were cut or dropped from the script before they were even filmed.

*[[Robert Epps|Epps]]'s wife, [[Monique Epps|Monique]], was also supposed to appear in the movie together with [[William Lennox|Lennox's]] wife [[Sarah Lennox|Sarah]]. The casting call from April 2008 lists her under the working name "Theresa".<ref name="iesbcall"/> The original plan was that [[Sam Witwicky|Sam]] would contact Epps and Lennox by calling their wives and asking them to pass on information to their husbands. This scene appears in the [[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (novel)|novelization]] and in IDW's [[Revenge of the Fallen issue 3|comic adaptation]]; in the movie, the wives are never seen, and instead of Sam, it is [[Seymour Simmons|Simmons]] who contacts Epps and Lennox directly.

*[[Laserbeak (DOTM)|Laserbeak]] was originally intended to appear in this film but was cut for unknown reasons.<ref>http://massiveblack.com/mbwp/?p=1368</ref>

===Leaks and disinformation===
====Persistent fake IMDB synopsis====
In July 2007, only a week after after ''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]'' had premiered in the USA, nearly two years before ''Revenge of the Fallen'' was to premiere and half a year before a ''script'' would actually be written, a "synopsis" for the (at that point still untitled) sequel to ''Transformers'' was posted on IMDB,<ref name="imdbsum">[https://web.archive.org/web/20081218042602/http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1055369/synopsis Fake "synopsis" for ROTF on IMDB]</ref> containing vague guesses for a potential plot direction based on the first movie ([[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] returning to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] and taking command of the remaining Decepticons–which would actually happen in [[IDW Publishing|IDW's]] ''[[Transformers: The Reign of Starscream|The Reign of Starscream]]'' comic–and "[[Scorponok (Movie)|Skorpinox]]" [sic] stealing [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron's]] body from a military base, in contrast to the first film's actual ending), including several glaring spelling and grammar errors. The "synopsis" was eventually exposed as the work of ''Next'' and ''xXx: State of the Union'' director Lee Tamahori, who wanted to use it as a pitch to offer himself to [[Paramount Pictures|Paramount]] as a cheaper alternative for [[Michael Bay]].<ref name="tamahori">[http://defamer.gawker.com/hollywood/a-more-personal-kind-of-transformation/breaking-transformers-2-plot-synopsis-revealed-278307.php Gawker's Defamer reporting on the fake "synopsis" from IMDB, and updating with information about its true origins]</ref> Regardless, the "synopsis" was still heavily featured by other websites, including foreign theaters and media,<ref name="prosieben">[http://www.prosieben.de/kino_dvd/previews/film/ German TV station feature about ROTF using the fake IMDB "synopsis"]</ref> despite multiple evidence (trailers, official information provided by Paramount, leaked information about the involvement of a character named "[[The Fallen]]") suggesting that the alleged "plot" was pretty much bunk. The fake synopsis ''still'' persisted in some places long after ''Revenge'' had already hit theaters, despite being directly refuted by the film itself.

====Fake treatment====
In October 2007, an alleged treatment for the (at that point still unnamed) ''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]'' sequel surfaced on the internet.<ref name="treat">[http://transformerslive.blogspot.com/2007/10/transfomers-2-leaked-script.html The Transformers Live Action Movie Blog reporting on the alleged treatment], October 2007.</ref> While producer [[Don Murphy]] soon claimed that it wasn't real,<ref name="murphyfake">[http://www.donmurphy.net/board/showpost.php?p=1052166&postcount=52 Don Murphy denies the authenticity of the leaked treatment], October 2007.</ref> [[Michael Bay]]'s website administrator Nelson Lauren countered by suggesting that it wasn't a fan creation,<ref name="nelsonfake1">Nelson's deliberately misleading comments regarding the alleged treatment at the [http://boards.transformersmovie.com/showpost.php?p=435346&postcount=26 official Live Action Movie boards] and at [http://www.allspark.com/forums/index.php?&showtopic=37905&st=20&p=759450&#entry759450 The Allspark], October 2007.</ref> then referred to an ambiguous post he had made a few days earlier, in which he had hinted that information might be spread that would not be entirely reliable.<ref name="nelsonfake2">[http://www.shootfortheedit.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1590&postcount=1 Nelson's ambiguous "telling the truth in a false way" post] at the official Michael bay forums, October 2007.</ref> What followed was a brief back-and-forth with Murphy accusing Nelson of "stirring shit up",<ref name="murphynelson">[http://www.donmurphy.net/board/showthread.php?t=22721 Don Murphy's response to Nelson's statements], October 2007.</ref> which prompted Nelson to counter that he had better sources than Murphy.<ref name="nelsonsources">[http://www.allspark.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=37905&st=60&p=761181&#entry761181 Nelson's counter to Don Murphy...] No, we stop here. You get the idea.</ref>

====Michael Bay's alleged disinformation campaign====
In April 2008, director Michael Bay claimed he had initiated a huge disinformation campaign in order to prevent content details from the movie being revealed to the public before he wanted them to.<ref name="misinf">[http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/movies/a94406/bay-tries-to-fool-transformers-fans.html Mirrored copy of Michael Bay's original claims about his alleged "disinformation campaign"]. Bay apparently deleted his original post from his official message board.</ref> Ultimately, Bay himself turned out to be the main source of genuine disinformation, despite claiming that ''only'' what he said was 100% true. Therefore, the disinformation campaign mostly hinged on fans believing in its existence, and rejecting any genuinely "leaked" information, including set photos, statements by third parties such as [[Hasbro]] or [[IDW Publishing]] and stolen toy [[prototype]]s, as "disinformation". Screenwriter Roberto Orci eventually admitted that the disinformation campaign wasn't really working.<ref name="orcicampaign">[http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-movie-discussion/180451-welcome-mr-roberto-orci-you-may-ask-him-questions-150.html#post2437185 Roberto Orci confirming Michael Bay's biggest fear: The disinformation campaign doesn't work!]</ref>

In June 2008, when principal shooting had just begun, a call sheet was leaked to the internet,<ref name="bethcall">[http://transformerslive.blogspot.com/2008/06/bethlehem-call-sheet-cast-tf-and-next.html Leaked call sheet at the Transformers Live Action Movie Blog], June 5, 2008</ref> which revealed the casting of [[Ramon Rodriguez]] as a character named "[[Leo Spitz|Leo]]", the appearance of an [[Sideways (ROTF)|Audi R8]] and [[Arcee (Movie)|Arcee]] as well as a character with the working name "[[Sideswipe (Movie)|Stinger]]". Furthermore, an ice cream truck that had just been spotted on the Bethlehem set a day earlier<ref name="bethfirst">[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-movie-just-movie-31/transformers-2-bethlehem-images---update---ironhide-on-set-165046/ Set photos from the Bethlehem shoot at TFW2005], June 4, 2008</ref> was hinted to be two characters only referred to as "[[Twins (ROTF)|The Twins]]". Lastly, the call sheet revealed that the next shooting location would be the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, where an SR-71 Blackbird would be revealed to be a Decepticon named [[Jetfire (Movie)|Jetfire]]. A character named "[[Wheelie (ROTF)|Wheels]]" was also supposed to appear in that scene. In July 2008, Bay then claimed that fake scripts, treatments, "wrong schedules and call sheets with fake scenes on them" had been deliberately leaked to the internet.<ref name="bayfakescript">[http://www.shootfortheedit.com/forum/showpost.php?p=44729&postcount=2 Michael Bay's forum post claiming that only he and the writers had seen the script]</ref>

For the longest time, Bay upheld the position that [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]] would ''not'' return in ''Revenge of the Fallen''. After concept designs of Megatron's new [[alternate mode]] had surfaced (some of which would later turn out to be designs for the [[Robot Powered Machines|RPM]] Megatron toy, while the first ones that surfaced were far too advanced for mere "toy" designs<ref name="megsleak">Various leaks of the new Megatron design for ROTF mirrored at the Transformers Live Action Movie Blog, September 2008: [http://transformerslive.blogspot.com/2008/09/tf2-megatron-image.html Robot mode design], [http://transformerslive.blogspot.com/2008/09/megatrons-alt-mode.html concept art for the alternate mode], [http://transformerslive.blogspot.com/2008/09/megatron-toy-pictures.html control drawings for Megatron's RPM vehicle toy]</ref>), Bay insisted that this was "just Hasbro coming up with a new toy", and Megatron would not appear in the movie.<ref name="EmpireFeb2009">''Empire'' magazine issue 236, dated February 2009, pages 68 and 69, article entitled "20 to watch in 2009", written by Nick de Semelyn</ref> Following ''officially released'' evidence to the contrary (including Megatron's brief appearance in the February 1 Super Bowl TV spot and the February teaser trailer), screenwriter [[Roberto Orci]] confirmed that Megatron would indeed return.<ref name="mreturns">[http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-movie-discussion/180451-welcome-mr-roberto-orci-you-may-ask-him-questions-211.html#post3333713 Roberto Orci confirming Megatron's return on TFW2005.com - February 22, 2009]</ref> Shortly afterwards, Bay retracted his claims, but not entirely, suggesting that Megatron would only appear in a flashback scene "from the long lost past", despite the fact Megatron could be seen pinning [[Sam Witwicky]] to the ground in the aforementioned TV spot and teaser trailer. He also denied that Megatron would transform into a tank.<ref name="catoutbag">[http://www.shootfortheedit.com/forum/showpost.php?p=66825&postcount=4 Bay retracting from his claims about Megatron on his forum - March 6, 2009]</ref>

====General Motors and the Chevrolet Volt====
In August 2008, after a Chevrolet Volt vehicle had been spotted on the set of ''Revenge'', General Motors reluctantly admitted having provided the car to the production crew, and that the car would indeed appear in the film, but claimed that it was no production vehicle (i.e. some details may differ from the final car, similar to Bumblebee's Concept Camaro in the first movie). Chevrolet also claimed that the Volt was only used for one or two days of shooting, and that it would only "appear in the movie very briefly", and "not as a Decepticon or Autobot", so it would "not have a Transformer nickname".<ref name="edmundsjolt">[http://web.archive.org/web/20090129105851/http://edmunds.com/insideline/do/News/articleId=131426 Edmunds Inside Line article on the Chevrolet Volt spotted on the set], August 2008</ref> (While it's true that [[Jolt (ROTF)|Jolt]] was a last-minute addition to the movie, the car was spotted again later at a different set.<ref name="joltwhite">[http://transformerslive.blogspot.com/2008/09/chevy-volt-at-white-sands-set.html Set photos from White Sands Missile Range] including the Chevrolet Volt, September 2008.</ref>)

====Edited IDW interviews====
Bay and/or Paramount also tried to have information prematurely revealed by third parties contained after the fact: During [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2008, in an interview on July 25, comic book writer [[Simon Furman]] revealed that the film would feature a character named [[The Fallen]], which was a character they had created for [[Dreamwave Productions|Dreamwave]]'s ''[[Transformers: War Within: The Dark Ages|The War Within: The Dark Ages]]''.<ref name="furmancbr">[http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=17412Simon Furman interview with Comic Book Resources], edited version.</ref> Three days later, [[IDW Publishing]] writer [[Chris Mowry]] corroborated the claim in an interview with MTV Splash Page, calling "The Fallen" the main villain of ''Revenge''. [[Arcee (Movie)|Arcee]] was also confirmed in the same interview.<ref name="mowrymtv">[http://splashpage.mtv.com/2008/07/28/exclusive-transformers-2-prequel-comic-gives-inside-scoop-on-2009-movie/ MTV Splash Page interviews Chris Mowry], edited version.</ref> Less than a week after this, however, Michael Bay reiterated that everything leaked thus far was part of his alleged disinformation campaign, and that only a handful of people involved with the production of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' had actually seen the script, contradicting IDW's interviews where their representatives confirmed that they had the script. Additionally, Bay claimed the only truth about the film revealed up to that point was Sam going to college.<ref name="bayfakescript"/> Curiously, on August 5, 2008, after a fan had pointed out the contradiction to Bay, all references to The Fallen (and Arcee) were removed from the aforementioned interviews, as well as any references to IDW Publishing having the script.<ref name="interviewsoriginal">[http://tfwiki.net/~fortmax/movie/index.html Mirrored copies of the unedited versions of the interviews.]</ref>

====Other (minor) instances of disinformation and misconceptions====
Other (in)famous instances of disinformation included an alleged sighting of both [[Jazz (Movie)|Jazz's]] Pontiac Solstice vehicle mode and voice actor [[Darius McCrary]] on the Bethlehem set<ref name="jazzrumor">[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-movie-just-movie-31/autobot-jazz-is-back-for-transformers-movie-sequel-165008/ TFW reporting on the alleged sightings of the Jazz Pontiac Solstice and voice actor Darius McCrary], May 2008</ref> (it's ''possible'' that someone mistook an [[Sideways (ROTF)|Audi R8]] or the [[Sideswipe (Movie)|Chevrolet Corvette concept car]] for a Pontiac Solstice, and McCrary ''might'' have genuinely visited the set out of sheer curiosity) and an "update" to a (legitimate) casting call that contained nothing but fake character names and descriptions,<ref name="fakecall">[http://spoilertv-movies.blogspot.com/2008/04/transformers-2.html Fake casting call at Spoiler TV], April 2008. Note: Everything up until "CNN Reporter" originates from another, legitimate casting call; everything from "Head of Sector 7" onward is made up.</ref> including a funeral director who would allegedly bury [[Seymour Simmons|Simmons]]. It's unclear whether any of these were instances of deliberate disinformation on behalf of Bay, or just attention-seeking fans coming up with made-up "scoops" on their own. Furthermore, three of [[Barricade (Movie)|Barricade's]] Saleen Mustang prop vehicles were spotted on a truck bed in Culver City, California, in March 2008, more than two months before principal shooting for ''Revenge'' started.<ref name="vehspotted">[http://www.superherohype.com/news/transformersnews.php?id=6980 Superhero Hype reporting on the spotting of Barricade vehicles in March 2008]</ref> It's unclear if this was an instance of deliberate disinformation, or just a genuine move of the vehicles with no further intention behind it.

==Notes==
*The official title of the film is ''Revenge of the Fallen'' (with a lower-case "t" in "the") even though it is apparently referring to [[The Fallen]] (with a capital "T" in "The").
*Marketing for ''Revenge of the Fallen'' briefly used the tagline "Our World. Our War.", a play on the primary marketing tagline from the first live-action film, "Our World. Their War.".
*Leo's room features posters for ''{{w|Naruto}}'', ''{{w|Cloverfield}}'' (whose infamous first teaser debuted at screenings of the first Transformers film), and ''{{w|Bad Boys 2}}'' (another of Michael Bay's movies).
*During the scenes set in and around the deli in NYC, posters for the bands {{w|Catch 22 (band)|Catch Twenty-Two}} and {{w|Voodoo Glow Skulls}} are prominently featured.
*Even though ''Revenge'' features mostly domestic voice actors for the foreign market dubs, [[Frank Welker]] voiced [[Soundwave (ROTF)|Soundwave]] not only in English, but also in a large number of foreign dubs, including the Italian and French versions. As a result, in the Italian dub of the movie, Soundwave speaks with a strange, foreign accent. Welker is also credited for an unspecified voice role in the Latin Spanish dub, most likely Soundwave again. Furthermore, Welker is ''incorrectly'' credited for voicing Soundwave in the German dub, even though German dubbing insiders insist that the voice heard in the actual movie has been provided by someone else ([[Horst Lampe]], who also dubbed ''[[Transformers Animated (cartoon)|Animated]]'' [[Ratchet (Animated)|Ratchet]]), presumably as a last-minute decision because Welker's "German" performance was considered sub-standard.<ref name="germandub">[http://215072.homepagemodules.de/t511643f11775323-Transformers-Die-Rache-Transformers-Revenge-of-the-Fallen-7.html German dubbing board thread about ROTF, with a discussion about Soundwave's voice]</ref> Welker described the entire process of dubbing Soundwave in different languages as "very hard".<ref name="welkernewsarama">[http://www.newsarama.com/tv/090915-Animated-Shorts-Welker.html Newsarama interview with Frank Welker], September 2009.</ref>
*Both the European French dub and the Canadian French dub took a few liberties during the last fight. In both versions Megatron tells The Fallen "The machine is ready to fire", an absent line from the original version, which modifies slightly The Fallen's phrase which becomes an answer: "''Shoot, and'' this planet will die forever" ("Sink this planet into darkness forever" in the Canadian dub). When Optimus Prime and The Fallen are fighting, Megatron says "I will kill you myself" while flying at Optimus, another absent line from the original. Finally, after Megatron got thrown through the wall by Optimus, he is silent in both French dubs, while he was calling Starscream in the original version. The Canadian dub changed the line "Give me your face" for "Your time has come".
*The prequel novel introduced other Autobots into the ranks of [[NEST]]—[[Longarm (Movie)|Longarm]], [[Salvage (Movie)|Salvage]], and [[Knock Out (ROTF)|Knockout]]. They were present up until the events directly leading into the Shanghai incident, but were not present for any of the events featured in the film or adaptations. {{storylink|Transformers: The Veiled Threat|The Veiled Threat}}
*While ''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]'' used 20 terabytes of disk space for visual effects, ''Revenge of the Fallen'' used 154 terabytes<ref>Robertson, Barbara (2009). Weighty Matters. Computer Graphics World, 32(7), 20-29</ref> (thanks in no small part to the titanic Cybertronian giants).
*The Chinese name for ''Revenge of the Fallen'' was "[[wikia:starwars:Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back|Decepticon Strikes Back]]" for a while before the title was changed into "The War of Revenge" in theaters and media in Taiwan around mid to late 2008.
*During a promotion for ''[[Batman|The Batman]]'' in early 2022, actor {{w|Robert Pattinson}} once recalled how he once lost an audition for ''Revenge of Fallen'' after botching out an American accent with him just saying "Hi, I’m from Michigan".<ref>[https://www.gq.com/story/robert-pattinson-march-cover-profile The Metamorphosis of Robert Pattinson — GQ]</ref> On a similar note, during a promotion for his memoir "Yearbook" in 2021, actor/filmmaker {{w|Seth Rogen}} revealed that he encouraged {{w|Jonah Hill}} to pursue other endeavors for acting starting with Hill turning down a role that would then later be Leo. With Rogen's concluding statement being "You want to make a movie about fightin' robots? Make your own movie about fightin' robots. You can do that. That's on the table now."<ref>[https://www.insider.com/seth-rogen-encouraged-jonah-hill-to-turn-down-transformers-2021-4 Seth Rogen told Jonah Hill to turn down 'Transformers' and make his own movie about fighting robots - Insider]</ref>

*For slightly more than a decade, ''Revenge of the Fallen'' held the record for the biggest five-day opening at $200 million, until being beaten by ''{{w|The Super Mario Bros. Movie}}''{{'}}s $204.6 million opening in 2023.<ref>{{cite social|quote=‘THE SUPER MARIO BROS MOVIE’ has set the record for the biggest five-day (Wednesday-Sunday) opening of all-time with its $204.6 million debut, overtaking 2009’s 'Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen' at $200 million.|link=https://twitter.com/ToonHive/status/1645440426063568898|name=Toon Hive|website=Twitter|day=10|month=04|year=2023}}</ref> Later that same year, its record for best opening weekend for a toyline-based film was beaten by ''{{w|Barbie (film)|Barbie}}''.<ref>[https://edition.cnn.com/2023/07/23/opinions/barbie-movie-right-wing-opposition-obeidallah/index.html Opinion: 'Barbie' breaks box-office records while crushing right-wing outrage — CNN]</ref>

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''''Transformers/Revenge''''' (トランスフォーマー/リベンジ ''Toransufōmā Ribenji'')
*''Cantonese:'' (變形金剛: 狂派再起, "Transformers: The Return of the Decepticons")
*''Finnish:'' '''''Transformers: Kaatuneiden kosto''''' ("Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Ones")
*''French:'' '''''Transformers 2 : La Revanche''''' (France, "Transformers 2: The Revenge"), '''''Transformers : La Revanche''''' (Canada, "Transformers: The Revenge")
*''German:'' '''''Transformers: Die Rache''''' ("Transformers: The Revenge")
*''Italian:'' '''''Transformers 2: La Vendetta del Caduto''''' ("Transformers 2: The Revenge Of The Fallen")
*''Polish:'' '''''Transformers: Zemsta Upadłych''''' ("Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Ones")
*''Portuguese:'' '''''Transformers: Retaliação''''' (Portugal, "Transformers: Retaliation"), '''''Transformers: A Vingança dos Derrotados''''' (Brazil, "Transformers: The Vengeance of the Defeated")
*''Mandarin:'' '''''Biànxíng Jīngāng: Fùchóu Zhī Zhàn''''' (Taiwan, 變形金剛: 復仇之戰, "Transformers: War of Revenge"), '''''Biànxíng Jīngāng: Juǎn Tǔ Chóng Lái''''' (China, 变形金刚：卷土重来, "Transformers: The Comeback (of the Decepticons)")
*''Russian:'' '''''Transformery: Mest' Padshikh''''' (Трансформеры: Месть падших, "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Ones")
*''Serbian:'' '''''Transformersi: Osveta Poraženog''''' (''Transformers: The Revenge Of The Fallen'')
*''Spanish:'' '''''Transformers: La Venganza de los Caídos''''' (''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Ones'')
*''Swedish:'' '''''Transformers: De Besegrades Hämnd''''' (''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Ones'')
*''Turkish:'' '''''Transformers: Yenilenlerin İntikamı''''' (''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Ones'')
*''Czech:'' '''''Transformers: Pomsta Poražených''''' (''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Ones'')

==External links==
*[http://www.transformersmovie.com Dreamworks/Paramount's ''Transformers'' Movie website]
*[http://www.hasbro.com/transformers/ Hasbro's ''Transformers'' homepage]
*Designer portfolios: [http://www.joshnizzi.com/ Josh Nizzi], [http://www.ryanchurch.com/images/tf2/04PRO_TF2.htm Ryan Church], [http://skulboyfilmwork.blogspot.com/2009/07/transformers-revenge-of-fallen.html Duncan Crawford], [http://www.paulozzimo.com/ Paul Ozzimo], [http://www.stevejung.net/gallery/thumbnails.php?album=4 Steve Jung], [http://conceptartworld.com/?p=2772 Ben Procter], [http://www.seanhaworth.com/SH_Design/Portfolio/Portfolio.html Sean Haworth]
*[http://www.collider.com/entertainment/interviews/article.asp/aid/10866/tcid/1 Interview with Michael Bay 02/09/2009] — Collider.com

==References==
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