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Metroplex (Cybertron)

2026-05-14T11:33:25Z

Boingus: /* Cybertron */

{{factions|gigantion|autobot}}
{{picsneeded|Cartoon appearances}}
{{disambig3|Metroplex}}
:''Metroplex is a [[Gigantion]] [[Autobot]] from the [[Unicron Trilogy continuity family]].''

[[File:Metroplex dvd2.jpg|upright=1.5|thumb|She cannae take much more of this!]]
'''Metroplex''' is the head foreman of the Transformers on Gigantion. While he is a calm, quiet and intelligent being, like all Gigantions he is immense in size and strength. He is tasked with forever building cities on his homeworld, and then immediately abandoning them as a way to forever look to their peaceful future and avoid the past, which was wartorn and violent. His [[Mini-Con]] partner is [[Drill Bit (Cybertron)|Drill Bit]].

{{quote|I've had nary an injury on any of me builds before, and I'm not about to start now—even if your friend ''should'' know better than to walk under a giant I-beam.|Metroplex|"[[Giant]]"}}

==Fiction==
===Cartoon continuity===
====''Cybertron'' cartoon====
{{voiceactor|[[Ron Halder]] (English), [[Masafumi Kimura]] (Japanese)|[[Jani Pollanen]] (Finnish), [[Francisco Andrés Valdivia]] (Castilian Spanish), [[Rubén León]] (Latin-American Spanish), [[Tomasz Marzecki]] (Polish)}}

[[File:Metrostep.jpg|left|200px|thumb]]
Metroplex first encountered the Autobots when a team of theirs happened to be present at the raising of Gigantion's newest city. Though he and his second-in-command, [[Quickmix (Cybertron)|Quickmix]], were initially wary of the visitors, they became more friendly when the Autobots assured him that they weren't from [[Planet X (Cybertron)|Planet X]].

[[Optimus Prime (Armada)/Cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] explained the need to find Gigantion's [[Cyber Planet Key]]. Metroplex suspected it might be deep in one of the lower levels, but insisted that going deeper into the planet was forbidden by law and custom. Before they could start looking, however, an alert sounded—[[Menasor (Cybertron)|Menasor]], a brash young punk, had teamed up with the [[Decepticon]]s and was attempting to drill down into the lower levels.

Everybody rushed down to the room where the Decepticons had gathered, and Metroplex focused his attention on [[Megatron (Armada)/Cartoon continuity|Megatron]] and [[Nemesis Breaker]]. Metroplex used his axe, [[Sparkdrinker]], on them, which destroyed Nemesis Breaker and opened a tunnel down to the depths of Gigantion, through which all the Decepticons jumped.

With their planet now in danger, Metroplex and Quickmix realized that they needed to violate tradition to protect their world. They donned Autobot [[insignia]]s and joined Optimus Prime's team in the quest for the final Key. {{storylink|Giant}} This ran into a snag because that tradition was also responsible for all records from before the building of the new city being wiped, and so the Autobots had to unload a lot of equipment from the ''[[Ogygia (Cybertron)|Ogygia]]'' to get a fix on the Key's location.

They found it, but in the meantime, Megatron managed to tap into the Key's power and was reformatted into Galvatron. Galvatron went on a spree of destruction against the Autobots, culminating in a duel against Metroplex in which he stopped the giant's axe with just a single finger. Finally, Optimus Prime engaged Galvatron and defeated him using Sparkdrinker.

After some repairs, the Autobots continued on their way into the depths of Gigantion, and ''en route'' came across the ''[[Atlantis]]'', on which [[Bud Hansen|Bud]], [[Jolt (Cybertron)|Jolt]], and [[Reverb (Cybertron)|Reverb]] were being held captive by [[Starscream (Armada)/Cartoon continuity|Starscream]] and [[Sideways (Armada)|Sideways]]. {{storylink|Fury (Cybertron)|Fury}} After a rescue mission, the Autobots split into five teams in order to find a way down to the center of the planet.

[[File:Metroplex Workmode.jpg|thumb|Metroplex in his work mode.]]
Metroplex was assigned to the team with Optimus Prime, [[Vector Prime]], Bud, and the [[Mini-Con]]s. In the course of their exploration, they came across a low level lit up by a brilliant blue artificial sky. Almost immediately, Jolt was grabbed by [[Ransack (Cybertron)|Ransack]] and [[Crumplezone (Cybertron)|Crumplezone]], but was rescued by [[Coby Hansen|Coby]] in [[Cobybot|his robot]]. Once again, Metroplex lent Sparkdrinker to Optimus Prime in order to send the Decepticons packing. {{storylink|City}} They had a little bit more trouble with the devilish duo. {{storylink|Ambush (episode)|Ambush}} and later rejoined [[Override (Cybertron)|Override]]'s team, at which point they learned the story of Planet X. {{storylink|Challenge}}

As they travelled on, Metroplex was impressed with Bud's leadership skills as he organized the Mini-Cons, skills he would later pass on to [[Scourge (Cybertron)|Scourge]]. The little ones accidentally fell down a secret passage, which persuaded Metroplex that the tales about hidden Mini-Con zones must be true.

The Autobots pressed on down into the lowest level of Gigantion, where they found Bud giving an impromptu leadership seminar to Scourge and the Mini-Cons. Some of the Autobots beat up Scourge a bit, and then they all went on their way. {{storylink|Scourge (episode)|Scourge}}

At another area in the lowest level, Metroplex guided the Autobots to where he thought the lost city of ''[[Lemuria (Cybertron)|Lemuria]]'' might be, and he was somewhat bemused when [[Wing Saber (Energon)|Wing Saber]] and Override sped ahead to check it out. As soon as they arrived, Galvatron and Menasor burst through the sky, and Menasor took on Metroplex.

As the two giants battled, the source of Menasor's frustration came out: He was angry that Metroplex had always treated him as inferior just because he was young, and Galvatron actually gave him some respect. Menasor actually managed to gain the upper hand, knocking Metroplex to the ground, and was about to kill him when [[Drill Bit (Cybertron)|Drill Bit]] popped out of Metroplex's chest cavity and blocked him. Immediately thereupon, [[Heavy Load (Cybertron)|Heavy Load]] popped out of Menasor's chest and did the same thing.

[[File:Quickmix Metroplex Workmode.jpg|left|thumb|Metroplex and Quickmix both using their "work modes" for a groupshot for whatever reason.]]
Seeing this display of courage and camaraderie touched both the [[Bulk]]s' [[spark|hearts]]. Metroplex realized that while Menasor was going down the wrong road, he himself had been young and arrogant at one time, and acting all high and mighty was counter-productive. The two shared a friendly reconciliation, and Menasor rejoined the fight on the Autobots' side. For the third time, Metroplex lent his axe to Optimus Prime, who used it to smash Galvatron. The Autobots now had all four Cyber Planet Keys and the [[Omega Lock]] {{storylink|Optimus (episode)|Optimus}}, but their luck was about to change.

With all four Keys, the Lock opened a gateway to the universe from which the non-Gigantions had originally come, but it was immediately stolen by Galvatron. Galvatron used the Lock's power to destroy Starscream, Sideways, and [[Soundwave (Cybertron)|Soundwave]], and then made off with the Lock, leaving the Autobots stranded in Metroplex's universe. {{storylink|Showdown (Cybertron)|Showdown}} After a failed attempt to re-open the [[space bridge]] with technology, Metroplex asked why they couldn't just go back the way they had come, and it was explained that the portal only came into existence once a year. With no other way to get back, Vector Prime sacrificed his own life to send them all back in time to return to the universe of the Gigantion's ancestors. {{storylink|Guardian (episode)|Guardian}}

In the other universe, Metroplex, Quickmix, and Menasor took a temporary leave of the other Autobots and piloted the ''Lemuria'' back to Gigantion to collect reinforcements. They managed to arrive at [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] just as Galvatron and his remaining forces were preparing to launch a final attack, during which the combined forces of [[Velocitron]], [[Jungle Planet (colony)|Jungle Planet]], and [[Earth]] also arrived. {{storylink|Homecoming (episode)|Homecoming}}

However, Galvatron was not defeated yet. Using the power of the Lock and Keys, he enlarged his troops to gargantuan size and set them to attack the Autobots. Metroplex, Quickmix, and Menasor took on Ransack, who was now their size, and beat him without too much trouble.

Meanwhile, Galvatron sped to the heart of the [[Unicron Singularity|black hole]] and used the Lock to enhance its expansion from within. Optimus Prime followed and was joined by Metroplex long with Override, Scourge, and [[Evac (Cybertron)|Evac]], each representing their respective worlds. Galvatron used the Lock's power to enlarge himself, but the five planet leaders took him down with a massive combined blast of power. In a final act of spite, Galvatron hurled the Lock and Keys into the absolute deepest, darkest part of the black hole to ensure that if he couldn't have them, nobody could.

[[File:RansackVsGigantion.jpg|thumb|200px]]
Metroplex managed to grab the Gigantion Key, while the other leaders retrieved their own Keys and Optimus Prime grabbed the Lock. They combined the five parts and used them to completely revive [[Primus]], who used his full power to seal the singularity once and for all. {{storylink|End}}

The universe may have been saved, but there was still work to do. Jungle Planet had been jolted out of its normal orbit over the course of the war, and while Optimus Prime dealt with a not-quite-dead Galvatron, Metroplex and the others all worked to restore Jungle Planet to its proper location in the cosmos. After an almighty effort, they succeeded, and then stopped by on one of Cybertron's moons to watch Optimus Prime finally kill Galvatron once and for all. {{storylink|Unfinished}}.

Later, Metroplex attended the first interplanetary peace conference to represent Gigantion. He enthusiastically supported Optimus Prime's suggestion to follow in the footsteps of the Ancients and build a new space bridge network across the galaxy. He was given command of one of the starships and blasted off for parts unknown.

At some point, he arranged a construction project with [[Signal Lancer (Cybertron)|Signal Lancer]], [[Undermine (Cybertron)|Undermine]], and [[Brimstone (Cybertron)|Brimstone]]. {{storylink|Beginning}}

====''End of G1 Universe''====
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===''Galaxy Force'' comic===
{{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Galaxy Force Mission.9}}}}

===''Legacy VS500 Collection Special Comic''===
Metroplex was one of many spectators for the [[Speedia 500]] race on [[Velocitron]]. {{Storylink|Velocitron Speedia 500 Part 2}} He remained for the second week of the race. {{storylink|Velocitron Speedia 500 Part 3}}

==Toys==
===''Cybertron''===
[[File:Cyb Metroplex toy.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|This is what happens when the design team spends too much time on designing a "cool" robot mode. (Robot and vehicle modes pictured)]]
[[File:CybMetro-WorkMode.jpg|right|100px|thumb|Yeah, but I've been drinking milk! ("Work mode" pictured)]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Metroplex''' (Leader Class, 2005/2006)}}</ul>
:*''Takara name'': '''Megalo Convoy''' (メガロコンボイ)
:*''Takara ID number:'' '''GC-23'''
:*''Takara release date'': [[August 29|29 August]] [[2005]]
:*''Accessories:'' "Sparkdrinker" shovel-axe, Giant Planet Cyber Planet Key
:*''Cyber Key Code'': '''lm74'''
{{toydesigner|[[Eric Siebenaler]] (Hasbro), [[Takio Ejima]], [[Shogo Hasui]] & [[Hisashi Yuki]]<ref name="TFG2022">Interview with [[Hisashi Yuki]] in [[Transformers Generations 2022]], [https://www.soundwavesoblivion.com/techspecs/interviewgenerations2022.html translated at SoundwavesOblivion.com]</ref> <ref name ="HJ Mechanics 21">Interview in [https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/ホビージャパン編集部/dp/4798636274/ ''HJ Mechanics'' No. 21] (September 2024 issue), still with Hisashi Yuki</ref> (TakaraTomy)}}

:Part of the third wave of ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' Leader Class toys, under the "Primus Unleased" label, Metroplex transforms into an alien bucket-wheel excavator. In this mode, his bucket-wheel/shovel assembly is on a rotator and contains numerous ratchet-joints, plus the wheel can spin, though it does not do so freely. This assembly becomes Metroplex's colossal axe "[[Sparkdrinker]]" in [[robot mode]], and has a spot on the shovel to attach his pack-in Mini-Con partner, [[Drill Bit (Cybertron)#Toys|Drill Bit]], in his [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]]. Lining up the arrow on the Sparkdrinker and sliding a gray panel up opens a jack for his Gigantion Cyber Planet Key, which opens up the wheel to form the axe-head, and activates electronic lights and sounds. Due to him having a similar hand design to [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Cybertron|Optimus Prime]], he can use Optimus's rifle (or [[Wing Saber (Energon)#Cybertron|Wing Saber]]'s swords and [[Overhaul (Cybertron)#Voyager|Leobreaker]]'s whip), while Optimus can wield the Sparkdrinker, like in the cartoon. The Sparkdrinker can also store on Metroplex's back, using either the vehicle mode attachment point, or another higher up on the axe.

: Like his fellow Gigantions [[Quickmix (Cybertron)#Toys|Quickmix]] and [[Menasor (Cybertron)#Toys|Menasor]], Metroplex has two different robot modes: a thirteen inch "battle" mode" and a shorter, sturdier "work" mode, which he is packaged as. Like them, he is also kitted out with many Mini-Con attachment hardpoints, ''fourteen'' in all.

: Stock photography (including the back of the box) mistransform the vehicle mode by keeping the shoulders in their "work mode" position.

: The [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] "Megalo Convoy" version (the final toy released in the regular-retail ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)#Takara Galaxy Force toyline|Galaxy Force]]'' line, which was cut short) replaces the dark blue paint on his shoulders and shins with a lighter shade, adds dark blue inside the buckets on his feet and the circle on his chest, extends the red stripe on his legs, adds black to his behind, and adds gold to both sides of his axe. Drill-Bit ("Horri-Bull") features gold paint on his side windows. Megalo Convoy also came packed with a metallic painted version of [[Legends Class (2005)|Legends Class]] [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#MegaloConvoy|Optimus Prime]], to show off the "real" [[scale]] between the two. The Korean [[Mocom Toy]] release replaces this with the standard Hasbro Legends Class Optimus Prime.

: Customers who purchased ''Galaxy Force'' Megalo Convoy at [[Toys"R"Us]] received the [[campaign item|promotional freebie]] [[Rockslide|Platinum Material]] [[Mini-Con|Micron]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/Metroplex/metroplex.htm More info on Metroplex at TFU.info]''

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Megalo Convoy Gold Edition'''}}</ul>
:*''Accessories:'' Shovel-axe, Giant Planet Cyber Planet Key

: A solid-gold-chromed version of Megalo Convoy was given away as a [[Lucky Draw figure|contest prize]] in Japan. Limited to ''fifteen'' pieces, it was available from ''[[TV Magazine]]'' and came with a gold-chromed version of [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#GoldMetroplex|Legends-scale ''Cybertron'' Optimus Prime]].

===''Legacy''===
[[File:TF-Legacy-Titan-Class-Metroplex.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Even if you're a robot, you still need safety equipment. Wouldn't want to lose an arm!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cybertron Universe Metroplex''' (Titan Class, [[2022]])}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy name:'' '''Metroplex''' (メトロプレックス)
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-14'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[December 24|24 December]] [[2022]]
:*''Accessories'': 2-part "Sparkdrinker" shovel-axe
:*''Known designers'': [[Sam Smith]] (Hasbro), [[Hisashi Yuki]] (TakaraTomy)<ref name="TFG2022"/> <ref>Sam Smith's [https://www.instagram.com/p/CdpMZUbsyS_/ Instagram] [https://www.instagram.com/p/CdpMlqvMh3k/ posts] [https://www.instagram.com/p/CdpMvNKMciF/ about] ''Legacy'' Metroplex</ref>

:Metroplex, the first Titan Class figure from ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'', is a fraggin' huge figure that stands at 22 inches (55 cm) in robot mode in accordance with his Giant Planet origins. While mostly accurate to his source material, his work mode has been edited to be slightly different from his original design, having a new "welding mask" design for his work-mode head. His robot mode is extensively articulated, even including an opening mouth, and transforms into a Gigantion bucket-wheel excavator in 52 steps. His inclusion in ''Legacy'' was picked by the previous design team, tying into the story theme as an Energon miner.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=This team picked up Metroplex from the previous team. Ties in to Legacy story theme, as a miner of Energon. |link=https://twitter.com/TFU_INFO/status/1516861786271662081|name=TFU.INFO|site=Twitter|year=2022|month=08|day=20}}</ref>

:Metroplex comes with his signature "Sparkdrinker" axe, which can store on his back or separate into its rotary saw and excavator claw halves to form the arms of his work mode. It also forms his shovel in excavator mode. Unfortunately, [[Drill Bit (Cybertron)|Drill Bit]] did not return for this iteration, making Metroplex the first non-Combiner Titan figure to ''not'' include a smaller partner. Additionally, his Cyber Planet Key is also absent, both it and Drill Bit having been cut for budget reasons. He features a [[light-piping]] effect that makes his eyes and forehead glow red, and is covered with 5 mm ports, allowing weapons to be attached to him.

:For some reason, Metroplex's crotch-guard is attached to several joints; it can be slid up from its normal position, clicking into place when it reaches the top. ''Why'' it can do this is not entirely clear, as it does not seem to be part of the robot, work, or vehicle modes; however, doing this does allow the hip ratchets to move up slightly more (two clicks). Additionally, the bottom of the bulldozer scoops forming his robot-mode heels can be lowered; raise the heel and push on the inner surface to detach them from the sides of the heels. This is also undocumented, and does not seem to actually serve any particular purpose.

:Fold-out panels in Metroplex's legs feature [[A.I.R. Lock System]] connectors, allowing him to connect, if somewhat awkwardly due to their height, to [[A.I.R. Lock System|Modulator]]s, [[Battle Master]]s and various other toys from the [[War for Cybertron Trilogy (franchise)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]].

:His robot-mode [[stock photography]] is mistransformed, with the flap not folded out from beneath his chestplate, the aforementioned sliding crotchplate in the "up" position, and the tread on the inside of his right foot folded out.

:This figure was officially revealed by IGN on [[April 19]], [[2022]].<ref>[https://www.ign.com/articles/hasbro-reveals-new-transformers-generations-legacy-series-titan-cybertron-universe-metroplex ''Hasbro Reveals New Titan Class Transformers: Legacy Figure''] - on IGN</ref> As the first Titan Class figure not to be based on a G1 [[Titan (group)|city-bot]], but instead on a relatively newly-introduced version of the character, ''Legacy'' Metroplex was perceived by many to be a risky proposition from a sales perspective—and indeed the toy went on to hit deep discount in many places—but Hasbro were satisfied with the toy's performance early on,<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Metroplex did well, just don’t have exact numbers at the moment.|link=https://news.tfw2005.com/2022/07/25/sdcc-hasbro-kotobukiya-show-floor-qa-461912|name=Hasbro|site=TFW2005|title=SDCC Hasbro & Kotobukiya Show Floor Q&A|year=2022|month=07|day=25}}</ref> giving them confidence in the [[Nemesis (G1)#Legacy|future]] [[Tidal Wave (Armada)#Legacy|figures]] they had planned.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Yes, plan is to keep them going.|link=https://news.tfw2005.com/2022/07/25/sdcc-hasbro-kotobukiya-show-floor-qa-461912|name=Hasbro|site=TFW2005|title=SDCC Hasbro & Kotobukiya Show Floor Q&A|year=2022|month=07|day=25}}</ref>
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==Notes==
[[File:MegaloConvoyEarlyConcepts.jpg|right|thumb|]]
* Metroplex's "work" mode is not shown in the Japanese release's instructions. It is only briefly glimpsed in the cartoon, as part of his stock-footage "vehicle to robot" [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=We2xzrKaZb0 transformation sequence]. Also, several times in the show where Metroplex was depicted in a smaller environment, he was in his "work" mode without explanation or transformation shown.
* During the episode "[[Beginning]]", the back of his head shows his [[Light-piping|light-piper]] for some reason.
* Metroplex appears in an [[Easter egg]] cameo as a regular-sized Cybertronian in [[IDW Publishing]]'s [[Dissolution Part 2: Anomie|''Lost Light'' #2]].
* ''Legacy'' Metroplex having his [[Sparkdrinker|weapon]] separated in half to form a better work mode was "recycled" from an abandoned plan back when his original toy was conceived. The weapon was originally planned to be separated into two and attached to both shoulders of [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]] (much like [[Leobreaker|someone]]), but it would be discarded at Hasbro's request.<ref name="TFG2022"/> <ref name ="HJ Mechanics 21"/>

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Megalo Convoy''' (メガロコンボイ ''Megaro Konboi''), '''Metroplex''' (メトロプレックス ''Metoropurekkusu'')
*''Korean:'' '''Metroplex''' (메트로플렉스 ''Meteuropeullekseu'')

==References==
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[[Category:Autobot leaders]]
[[Category:Convoys]]
[[Category:Cybertron Autobots]]
[[Category:Gigantion]]
[[Category:Legacy Autobots]]

Metroplex (Cybertron)

2026-04-29T06:01:29Z

Boingus: /* Cybertron */

{{factions|gigantion|autobot}}
{{picsneeded|Cartoon appearances}}
{{disambig3|Metroplex}}
:''Metroplex is a [[Gigantion]] [[Autobot]] from the [[Unicron Trilogy continuity family]].''

[[File:Metroplex dvd2.jpg|upright=1.5|thumb|She cannae take much more of this!]]
'''Metroplex''' is the head foreman of the Transformers on Gigantion. While he is a calm, quiet and intelligent being, like all Gigantions he is immense in size and strength. He is tasked with forever building cities on his homeworld, and then immediately abandoning them as a way to forever look to their peaceful future and avoid the past, which was wartorn and violent. His [[Mini-Con]] partner is [[Drill Bit (Cybertron)|Drill Bit]].

{{quote|I've had nary an injury on any of me builds before, and I'm not about to start now—even if your friend ''should'' know better than to walk under a giant I-beam.|Metroplex|"[[Giant]]"}}

==Fiction==
===''Cybertron'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[Ron Halder]] (English), [[Masafumi Kimura]] (Japanese)|[[Jani Pollanen]] (Finnish), [[Francisco Andrés Valdivia]] (Castilian Spanish), [[Rubén León]] (Latin-American Spanish), [[Tomasz Marzecki]] (Polish)}}

[[File:Metrostep.jpg|left|200px|thumb]]
Metroplex first encountered the Autobots when a team of theirs happened to be present at the raising of Gigantion's newest city. Though he and his second-in-command, [[Quickmix (Cybertron)|Quickmix]], were initially wary of the visitors, they became more friendly when the Autobots assured him that they weren't from [[Planet X (Cybertron)|Planet X]].

[[Optimus Prime (Armada)/Cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] explained the need to find Gigantion's [[Cyber Planet Key]]. Metroplex suspected it might be deep in one of the lower levels, but insisted that going deeper into the planet was forbidden by law and custom. Before they could start looking, however, an alert sounded—[[Menasor (Cybertron)|Menasor]], a brash young punk, had teamed up with the [[Decepticon]]s and was attempting to drill down into the lower levels.

Everybody rushed down to the room where the Decepticons had gathered, and Metroplex focused his attention on [[Megatron (Armada)/Cartoon continuity|Megatron]] and [[Nemesis Breaker]]. Metroplex used his axe, [[Sparkdrinker]], on them, which destroyed Nemesis Breaker and opened a tunnel down to the depths of Gigantion, through which all the Decepticons jumped.

With their planet now in danger, Metroplex and Quickmix realized that they needed to violate tradition to protect their world. They donned Autobot [[insignia]]s and joined Optimus Prime's team in the quest for the final Key. {{storylink|Giant}} This ran into a snag because that tradition was also responsible for all records from before the building of the new city being wiped, and so the Autobots had to unload a lot of equipment from the ''[[Ogygia (Cybertron)|Ogygia]]'' to get a fix on the Key's location.

They found it, but in the meantime, Megatron managed to tap into the Key's power and was reformatted into Galvatron. Galvatron went on a spree of destruction against the Autobots, culminating in a duel against Metroplex in which he stopped the giant's axe with just a single finger. Finally, Optimus Prime engaged Galvatron and defeated him using Sparkdrinker.

After some repairs, the Autobots continued on their way into the depths of Gigantion, and ''en route'' came across the ''[[Atlantis]]'', on which [[Bud Hansen|Bud]], [[Jolt (Cybertron)|Jolt]], and [[Reverb (Cybertron)|Reverb]] were being held captive by [[Starscream (Armada)/Cartoon continuity|Starscream]] and [[Sideways (Armada)|Sideways]]. {{storylink|Fury (Cybertron)|Fury}} After a rescue mission, the Autobots split into five teams in order to find a way down to the center of the planet.

[[File:Metroplex Workmode.jpg|thumb|Metroplex in his work mode.]]
Metroplex was assigned to the team with Optimus Prime, [[Vector Prime]], Bud, and the [[Mini-Con]]s. In the course of their exploration, they came across a low level lit up by a brilliant blue artificial sky. Almost immediately, Jolt was grabbed by [[Ransack (Cybertron)|Ransack]] and [[Crumplezone (Cybertron)|Crumplezone]], but was rescued by [[Coby Hansen|Coby]] in [[Cobybot|his robot]]. Once again, Metroplex lent Sparkdrinker to Optimus Prime in order to send the Decepticons packing. {{storylink|City}} They had a little bit more trouble with the devilish duo. {{storylink|Ambush (episode)|Ambush}} and later rejoined [[Override (Cybertron)|Override]]'s team, at which point they learned the story of Planet X. {{storylink|Challenge}}

As they travelled on, Metroplex was impressed with Bud's leadership skills as he organized the Mini-Cons, skills he would later pass on to [[Scourge (Cybertron)|Scourge]]. The little ones accidentally fell down a secret passage, which persuaded Metroplex that the tales about hidden Mini-Con zones must be true.

The Autobots pressed on down into the lowest level of Gigantion, where they found Bud giving an impromptu leadership seminar to Scourge and the Mini-Cons. Some of the Autobots beat up Scourge a bit, and then they all went on their way. {{storylink|Scourge (episode)|Scourge}}

At another area in the lowest level, Metroplex guided the Autobots to where he thought the lost city of ''[[Lemuria (Cybertron)|Lemuria]]'' might be, and he was somewhat bemused when [[Wing Saber (Energon)|Wing Saber]] and Override sped ahead to check it out. As soon as they arrived, Galvatron and Menasor burst through the sky, and Menasor took on Metroplex.

As the two giants battled, the source of Menasor's frustration came out: He was angry that Metroplex had always treated him as inferior just because he was young, and Galvatron actually gave him some respect. Menasor actually managed to gain the upper hand, knocking Metroplex to the ground, and was about to kill him when [[Drill Bit (Cybertron)|Drill Bit]] popped out of Metroplex's chest cavity and blocked him. Immediately thereupon, [[Heavy Load (Cybertron)|Heavy Load]] popped out of Menasor's chest and did the same thing.

[[File:Quickmix Metroplex Workmode.jpg|left|thumb|Metroplex and Quickmix both using their "work modes" for a groupshot for whatever reason.]]
Seeing this display of courage and camaraderie touched both the [[Bulk]]s' [[spark|hearts]]. Metroplex realized that while Menasor was going down the wrong road, he himself had been young and arrogant at one time, and acting all high and mighty was counter-productive. The two shared a friendly reconciliation, and Menasor rejoined the fight on the Autobots' side. For the third time, Metroplex lent his axe to Optimus Prime, who used it to smash Galvatron. The Autobots now had all four Cyber Planet Keys and the [[Omega Lock]] {{storylink|Optimus (episode)|Optimus}}, but their luck was about to change.

With all four Keys, the Lock opened a gateway to the universe from which the non-Gigantions had originally come, but it was immediately stolen by Galvatron. Galvatron used the Lock's power to destroy Starscream, Sideways, and [[Soundwave (Cybertron)|Soundwave]], and then made off with the Lock, leaving the Autobots stranded in Metroplex's universe. {{storylink|Showdown (Cybertron)|Showdown}} After a failed attempt to re-open the [[space bridge]] with technology, Metroplex asked why they couldn't just go back the way they had come, and it was explained that the portal only came into existence once a year. With no other way to get back, Vector Prime sacrificed his own life to send them all back in time to return to the universe of the Gigantion's ancestors. {{storylink|Guardian (episode)|Guardian}}

In the other universe, Metroplex, Quickmix, and Menasor took a temporary leave of the other Autobots and piloted the ''Lemuria'' back to Gigantion to collect reinforcements. They managed to arrive at [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] just as Galvatron and his remaining forces were preparing to launch a final attack, during which the combined forces of [[Velocitron]], [[Jungle Planet (colony)|Jungle Planet]], and [[Earth]] also arrived. {{storylink|Homecoming (episode)|Homecoming}}

However, Galvatron was not defeated yet. Using the power of the Lock and Keys, he enlarged his troops to gargantuan size and set them to attack the Autobots. Metroplex, Quickmix, and Menasor took on Ransack, who was now their size, and beat him without too much trouble.

Meanwhile, Galvatron sped to the heart of the [[Unicron Singularity|black hole]] and used the Lock to enhance its expansion from within. Optimus Prime followed and was joined by Metroplex long with Override, Scourge, and [[Evac (Cybertron)|Evac]], each representing their respective worlds. Galvatron used the Lock's power to enlarge himself, but the five planet leaders took him down with a massive combined blast of power. In a final act of spite, Galvatron hurled the Lock and Keys into the absolute deepest, darkest part of the black hole to ensure that if he couldn't have them, nobody could.

[[File:RansackVsGigantion.jpg|thumb|200px]]
Metroplex managed to grab the Gigantion Key, while the other leaders retrieved their own Keys and Optimus Prime grabbed the Lock. They combined the five parts and used them to completely revive [[Primus]], who used his full power to seal the singularity once and for all. {{storylink|End}}

The universe may have been saved, but there was still work to do. Jungle Planet had been jolted out of its normal orbit over the course of the war, and while Optimus Prime dealt with a not-quite-dead Galvatron, Metroplex and the others all worked to restore Jungle Planet to its proper location in the cosmos. After an almighty effort, they succeeded, and then stopped by on one of Cybertron's moons to watch Optimus Prime finally kill Galvatron once and for all. {{storylink|Unfinished}}.

Later, Metroplex attended the first interplanetary peace conference to represent Gigantion. He enthusiastically supported Optimus Prime's suggestion to follow in the footsteps of the Ancients and build a new space bridge network across the galaxy. He was given command of one of the starships and blasted off for parts unknown.

At some point, he arranged a construction project with [[Signal Lancer (Cybertron)|Signal Lancer]], [[Undermine (Cybertron)|Undermine]], and [[Brimstone (Cybertron)|Brimstone]]. {{storylink|Beginning}}

===''Galaxy Force'' comic===
{{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Galaxy Force Mission.9}}}}

===''Legacy VS500 Collection Special Comic''===
Metroplex was one of many spectators for the [[Speedia 500]] race on [[Velocitron]]. {{Storylink|Velocitron Speedia 500 Part 2}} He remained for the second week of the race. {{storylink|Velocitron Speedia 500 Part 3}}

==Toys==
===''Cybertron''===
[[File:Cyb Metroplex toy.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|This is what happens when the design team spends too much time on designing a "cool" robot mode. (Robot and vehicle modes pictured)]]
[[File:CybMetro-WorkMode.jpg|right|100px|thumb|Yeah, but I've been drinking milk! ("Work mode" pictured)]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Metroplex''' (Leader Class, 2005/2006)}}</ul>
:*''Takara name'': '''Megalo Convoy''' (メガロコンボイ)
:*''Takara ID number:'' '''GC-23'''
:*''Takara release date'': [[August 29|29 August]] [[2005]]
:*''Accessories:'' "Sparkdrinker" shovel-axe, Giant Planet Cyber Planet Key
:*''Cyber Key Code'': '''lm74'''
{{toydesigner|[[Eric Siebenaler]] (Hasbro), [[Takio Ejima]], [[Shogo Hasui]] & [[Hisashi Yuki]]<ref name="TFG2022">Interview with [[Hisashi Yuki]] in [[Transformers Generations 2022]], [https://www.soundwavesoblivion.com/techspecs/interviewgenerations2022.html translated at SoundwavesOblivion.com]</ref> <ref name ="HJ Mechanics 21">Interview in [https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/ホビージャパン編集部/dp/4798636274/ ''HJ Mechanics'' No. 21] (September 2024 issue), still with Hisashi Yuki</ref> (TakaraTomy)}}

:Part of the third wave of ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' Leader Class toys, under the "Primus Unleased" label, Metroplex transforms into an alien bucket-wheel excavator. In this mode, his bucket-wheel/shovel assembly is on a rotator and contains numerous ratchet-joints, plus the wheel can spin, though it does not do so freely. This assembly becomes Metroplex's colossal axe "[[Sparkdrinker]]" in [[robot mode]], and has a spot on the shovel to attach his pack-in Mini-Con partner, [[Drill Bit (Cybertron)#Toys|Drill Bit]], in his [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]]. Lining up the arrow on the Sparkdrinker and sliding a gray panel up opens a jack for his Gigantion Cyber Planet Key, which opens up the wheel to form the axe-head, and activates electronic lights and sounds. Due to him having a similar hand design to [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Cybertron|Optimus Prime]], he can use Optimus's rifle (or [[Wing Saber (Energon)#Cybertron|Wing Saber]]'s swords and [[Overhaul (Cybertron)#Voyager|Leobreaker]]'s whip), while Optimus can wield the Sparkdrinker, like in the cartoon. The Sparkdrinker can also store on Metroplex's back, using either the vehicle mode attachment point, or another higher up on the axe.

: Like his fellow Gigantions [[Quickmix (Cybertron)#Toys|Quickmix]] and [[Menasor (Cybertron)#Toys|Menasor]], Metroplex has two different robot modes: a thirteen inch "battle" mode" and a shorter, sturdier "work" mode, which he is packaged as. Like them, he is also kitted out with many Mini-Con attachment hardpoints, ''fourteen'' in all.

: Stock photography (including the back of the box) mistransform the vehicle mode by keeping the shoulders in their "work mode" position.

: The [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] "Megalo Convoy" version (the final toy released in the regular-retail ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)#Takara Galaxy Force toyline|Galaxy Force]]'' line, which was cut short) replaces the dark blue paint on his shoulders and shins with a lighter shade, adds dark blue paint inside the buckets on his feet and the circle on his chest, extends the red stripe on his legs, and adds gold point to both sides of his axe. Drill-Bit ("Horri-Bull") also features gold paint on his side windows. Megalo Convoy also came packed with a metallic painted version of [[Legends Class (2005)|Legends Class]] [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#MegaloConvoy|Optimus Prime]], to show off the "real" [[scale]] between the two. The Korean [[Mocom Toy]] release replaces this with the standard Hasbro Legends Class Optimus Prime.

: Customers who purchased ''Galaxy Force'' Megalo Convoy at [[Toys"R"Us]] received the [[campaign item|promotional freebie]] [[Rockslide|Platinum Material]] [[Mini-Con|Micron]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/Metroplex/metroplex.htm More info on Metroplex at TFU.info]''

{{-}}{{anchor|Gold}}
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Megalo Convoy Gold Edition'''}}</ul>
:*''Accessories:'' Shovel-axe, Giant Planet Cyber Planet Key

: A solid-gold-chromed version of Megalo Convoy was given away as a [[Lucky Draw figure|contest prize]] in Japan. Limited to ''fifteen'' pieces, it was available from ''[[TV Magazine]]'' and came with a gold-chromed version of [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#GoldMetroplex|Legends-scale ''Cybertron'' Optimus Prime]].

===''Legacy''===
[[File:TF-Legacy-Titan-Class-Metroplex.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Even if you're a robot, you still need safety equipment. Wouldn't want to lose an arm!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cybertron Universe Metroplex''' (Titan Class, [[2022]])}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy name:'' '''Metroplex''' (メトロプレックス)
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-14'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[December 24|24 December]] [[2022]]
:*''Accessories'': 2-part "Sparkdrinker" shovel-axe
:*''Known designers'': [[Sam Smith]] (Hasbro), [[Hisashi Yuki]] (TakaraTomy)<ref name="TFG2022"/> <ref>Sam Smith's [https://www.instagram.com/p/CdpMZUbsyS_/ Instagram] [https://www.instagram.com/p/CdpMlqvMh3k/ posts] [https://www.instagram.com/p/CdpMvNKMciF/ about] ''Legacy'' Metroplex</ref>

:Metroplex, the first Titan Class figure from ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'', is a fraggin' huge figure that stands at 22 inches (55 cm) in robot mode in accordance with his Giant Planet origins. While mostly accurate to his source material, his work mode has been edited to be slightly different from his original design, having a new "welding mask" design for his work-mode head. His robot mode is extensively articulated, even including an opening mouth, and transforms into a Gigantion bucket-wheel excavator in 52 steps. His inclusion in ''Legacy'' was picked by the previous design team, tying into the story theme as an Energon miner.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=This team picked up Metroplex from the previous team. Ties in to Legacy story theme, as a miner of Energon. |link=https://twitter.com/TFU_INFO/status/1516861786271662081|name=TFU.INFO|site=Twitter|year=2022|month=08|day=20}}</ref>

:Metroplex comes with his signature "Sparkdrinker" axe, which can store on his back or separate into its rotary saw and excavator claw halves to form the arms of his work mode. It also forms his shovel in excavator mode. Unfortunately, [[Drill Bit (Cybertron)|Drill Bit]] did not return for this iteration, making Metroplex the first non-Combiner Titan figure to ''not'' include a smaller partner. Additionally, his Cyber Planet Key is also absent, both it and Drill Bit having been cut for budget reasons. He features a [[light-piping]] effect that makes his eyes and forehead glow red, and is covered with 5 mm ports, allowing weapons to be attached to him.

:For some reason, Metroplex's crotch-guard is attached to several joints; it can be slid up from its normal position, clicking into place when it reaches the top. ''Why'' it can do this is not entirely clear, as it does not seem to be part of the robot, work, or vehicle modes; however, doing this does allow the hip ratchets to move up slightly more (two clicks). Additionally, the bottom of the bulldozer scoops forming his robot-mode heels can be lowered; raise the heel and push on the inner surface to detach them from the sides of the heels. This is also undocumented, and does not seem to actually serve any particular purpose.

:Fold-out panels in Metroplex's legs feature [[A.I.R. Lock System]] connectors, allowing him to connect, if somewhat awkwardly due to their height, to [[A.I.R. Lock System|Modulator]]s, [[Battle Master]]s and various other toys from the [[War for Cybertron Trilogy (franchise)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]].

:His robot-mode [[stock photography]] is mistransformed, with the flap not folded out from beneath his chestplate, the aforementioned sliding crotchplate in the "up" position, and the tread on the inside of his right foot folded out.

:This figure was officially revealed by IGN on [[April 19]], [[2022]].<ref>[https://www.ign.com/articles/hasbro-reveals-new-transformers-generations-legacy-series-titan-cybertron-universe-metroplex ''Hasbro Reveals New Titan Class Transformers: Legacy Figure''] - on IGN</ref> As the first Titan Class figure not to be based on a G1 [[Titan (group)|city-bot]], but instead on a relatively newly-introduced version of the character, ''Legacy'' Metroplex was perceived by many to be a risky proposition from a sales perspective—and indeed the toy went on to hit deep discount in many places—but Hasbro were satisfied with the toy's performance early on,<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Metroplex did well, just don’t have exact numbers at the moment.|link=https://news.tfw2005.com/2022/07/25/sdcc-hasbro-kotobukiya-show-floor-qa-461912|name=Hasbro|site=TFW2005|title=SDCC Hasbro & Kotobukiya Show Floor Q&A|year=2022|month=07|day=25}}</ref> giving them confidence in the [[Nemesis (G1)#Legacy|future]] [[Tidal Wave (Armada)#Legacy|figures]] they had planned.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Yes, plan is to keep them going.|link=https://news.tfw2005.com/2022/07/25/sdcc-hasbro-kotobukiya-show-floor-qa-461912|name=Hasbro|site=TFW2005|title=SDCC Hasbro & Kotobukiya Show Floor Q&A|year=2022|month=07|day=25}}</ref>
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==Notes==
[[File:MegaloConvoyEarlyConcepts.jpg|right|thumb|]]
* Metroplex's "work" mode is not shown in the Japanese release's instructions. It is only briefly glimpsed in the cartoon, as part of his stock-footage "vehicle to robot" [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=We2xzrKaZb0 transformation sequence]. Also, several times in the show where Metroplex was depicted in a smaller environment, he was in his "work" mode without explanation or transformation shown.
* During the episode "[[Beginning]]", the back of his head shows his [[Light-piping|light-piper]] for some reason.
* Metroplex appears in an [[Easter egg]] cameo as a regular-sized Cybertronian in [[IDW Publishing]]'s [[Dissolution Part 2: Anomie|''Lost Light'' #2]].
* ''Legacy'' Metroplex having his [[Sparkdrinker|weapon]] separated in half to form a better work mode was "recycled" from an abandoned plan back when his original toy was conceived. The weapon was originally planned to be separated into two and attached to both shoulders of [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]] (much like [[Leobreaker|someone]]), but it would be discarded at Hasbro's request.<ref name="TFG2022"/> <ref name ="HJ Mechanics 21"/>

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Megalo Convoy''' (メガロコンボイ ''Megaro Konboi''), '''Metroplex''' (メトロプレックス ''Metoropurekkusu'')
*''Korean:'' '''Metroplex''' (메트로플렉스 ''Meteuropeullekseu'')

==References==
{{reflist|2}}

[[Category:Autobot leaders]]
[[Category:Convoys]]
[[Category:Cybertron Autobots]]
[[Category:Gigantion]]
[[Category:Legacy Autobots]]

Omega Supreme (Energon)

2026-04-24T09:28:58Z

Boingus: /* Energon */ incorrect looking at my copy and videos online (unless there is a variant)

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{{disambig3|Omega Supreme}}
:''Omega Supreme is an [[Autobot]] from the [[Transformers: Energon (franchise)|Energon]] portion of the [[Unicron Trilogy continuity family]].''
[[File: Omega-Supreme-Energon-Packageart.jpeg|right|thumb|upright=2.2|Hah! Tag, you’re it!]]

'''Omega Supreme''' is one of the mighty [[Guardians of Cybertron]] serving under the command of [[Omega Sentinel (Energon)|Omega Sentinel]]. His sheer power and impressive size are enough to earn the respect of anyone who knows him, and his stoicism makes apparent his seriousness. After all, temporarily sealing away a [[Unicron|dark god]] doesn’t make you particularly laid-back. Even after millennia of continuous conflict, he still believes that unyielding resolve has no conqueror, and will not hesitate to engage with even the strongest foe in battle. Indeed, with this in mind, it is no surprise that he is given the utmost respect and reverence even by figures like [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]].

He is composed of the '''Omega Train''', '''Omega Battleship''', and a small robot named '''Omega''' that transforms into a larger head for their combined robot mode (known as '''Omega Grand''' sans Omega). His two vehicular components also have the ability to transform into the mighty '''Omega Crusher''' and '''Omega Force Gun''' weapon platforms respectively. He can also merge with Optimus Prime to give the latter [[Super Mode|more power]] to deal with greater threats.

{{bigquote|This enemy is strong, but we... are... stronger!|Omega Supreme|"[[The Power of Unicron]]"}}

==Fiction==
===''Energon'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[Scott McNeil]] (English), [[Kenta Miyake]] (Japanese)|[[Daniel Bergfalk]] (Swedish), [[Jari Salo]] (Finnish), [[Roberto Colmenares]] (Latin-American Spanish)}}

[[File:Energon-Omega-1st-Appearance.jpg|left|300px|thumb|You're the best ship we've ever seen... posing on the cover of a magazine....]]

{{noteslonly}}

Omega Supreme was an ancient Autobot warrior who single-handedly battled and defeated Unicron in times long ago. He then became guardian of a large supply of [[energon]], and spent millions of years in stasis below the surface of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. {{storylink|Omega Supreme (episode)|Omega Supreme}} As the threat of Unicron began to surface once again, Dr. [[Brian Jones]] located Omega Supreme's resting place deep within Cybertron ''thanks to the guidance of [[Primus]]''. {{storylink|Crash Course}}

Reawakened, Omega Supreme traveled to the other side of the spatial rift to join forces with Optimus Prime and his Autobots as they battled [[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]]. Omega made short work of several Decepticons as the Autobots fought to prevent Unicron from being reactivated. {{storylink|Omega Supreme (episode)|Omega Supreme}} The Autobots attempted to gain entry to Unicron's interior, but were forced to retreat when the Planet-Eater crashed into the energon grid around [[Alpha Quintesson|Alpha Q]]'s worlds, super-heating his outer surface in the process. Optimus Prime nevertheless continued trying to reach the access shaft alone, before succumbing to his injuries. He was pulled to safety, but remained determined to stop Unicron, no matter the cost. His convictions reacted with the [[Spark of Combination]] carried by Omega Supreme. Omega told Optimus that he was now ready to face the trials that lay ahead, and the two of them used their Combination Sparks to achieve a new Powerlinxed form—Optimus Supreme. {{storylink|A Heroic Battle}}

[[File:EnergonOmegaSupreme DVD.jpg|300px|thumb|You call that a streak-free shine?! I don't want to see your face until I can... uh... nevermind.]]

Optimus Supreme faced his first test upon infiltrating Megatron's throne room and being confronted by [[Shockblast]]. The ambitious Decepticon had attempted to absorb Unicron's power for himself, developing tremendous size and power, but also being driven hopelessly insane. Shockblast targeted Optimus Supreme in his berserker fury, and their battle fell to [[Blizzard Planet]] below. Omega Supreme and Optimus Prime briefly separated and re-integrated, trying several tactics to neutralize Shockblast, but it was eventually Shockblast himself who brought a halt to his attack. Regaining his sentience for a brief instant, Shockblast was struck down by Unicron himself, whose incalculably large fist struck down from space, killing the warrior. {{storylink|The Power of Unicron}}

Optimus Supreme and the Autobots continued to war against Unicron, but the struggle was markedly one-sided. After consuming Blizzard Planet, the backlash Unicron created disabled most of the Autobot forces. Optimus Prime and Omega Supreme combined once more to battle Unicron, and received the unexpected but welcome assistance of [[Primus]], who transmitted all the energon from Cybertron's Core to them. The Optimus Supreme combination grew to enormous size, matching the Planet-Eater pound for pound. {{storylink|Optimus Supreme}} Constructing an arena out of energon upon which they could do battle, Optimus Supreme struck out at Unicron over and over again. With the help of his fellow Autobots, and the [[Energon tower (technology)|energon towers]] aligned by [[Kicker Jones|Kicker]] and [[Misha Miramond|Misha]], Optimus Supreme destroyed Unicron in final combat. {{storylink|Unicron Perishes}}

[[File:E39 titlecard.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|left]]

Optimus suffered serious injuries after overtaxing his capabilities in battle, and so Omega Supreme and the others watched over him in stasis on [[Ocean Planet]]. When Megatron resurfaced on Cybertron, however, Omega joined the Autobots on the ''[[Miranda II]]'' in returning to Cybertron. {{storylink|Ambition}} They arrived on Cybertron and battled the newly-enhanced Galvatron until clouds of Autobot-killing energon gas were released into the atmosphere, driving Omega Supreme and his comrades to retreat. {{storylink|Wishes}} The ''Miranda II'' moved to the upper atmosphere, where the Autobots prepared to drop Kicker and the [[Omnicon]]s (who were immune to the energon gas flooding the planet) down to the world below. Galvatron and the Decepticons attacked, and Omega Supreme fought to delay them long enough for [[Cliffjumper (Energon)|Cliffjumper]] to get the ''Miranda II'' into position for the drop. Omega used his patented maneuver of grabbing two Decepticons in electrified force fields and slamming them together. {{storylink|Galvatron!}}

When Kicker and the Omnicons opened a gap in the energon gas, Omega Supreme descended to the planet below with Optimus Prime's team. They met up with a small band of Autobot soldiers and fled underground to avoid the full effects of the gas. {{storylink|Break Through}}

At some point, in an Autobot combat training simulation, Omega Supreme and Optimus Prime tag-teamed against a variety of opponents, making it to the final round opposite [[Rodimus (Energon)|Rodimus]] and [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]]. They got a little too caught up in their stock animation transformation sequences, though, and left the arena floor, thereby accidentally forfeiting the match. The tiny Omega consoled Optimus Prime after their loss. {{storylink|Distribution}}

[[File:Omega Train-The Omega Train.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4]]
After meeting up with some reinforcements, Optimus Prime assigned Omega Supreme to work with Kicker, [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]], and [[Arcee (Energon)|Arcee]] in penetrating the Decepticon defenses around Central City. Their goal was to find Kicker's family and retake control of the command center and the energon towers. Omega located a transit station and decided to make good use of the rail tracks. By converting into his train mode, he provided his teammates with armored transport straight into the heart of the city. {{storylink|The Omega Train}}

[[File:Omega Force Gun.jpg‎|300px|left|thumb]]

Before they reached Central City, Kicker radioed Optimus Prime to see if he could rendez-vous with them. Prime declined and, reading between the lines of Prime's bravado, Kicker deduced that he was in trouble. At Kicker's suggestion, Omega Supreme retrieved Optimus's trailer and joined him on the field of battle, providing Optimus and Wing Saber with some much needed support. During the fight, Omega displayed his rarely used weapon platform modes. The Omega Force Gun provided Superion Maximus with some much needed firepower in combat, while Omega himself used the Omega Crusher to drive off Starscream. {{storylink|Decepticon Army}}

The Autobots continued to struggle with the Decepticons on the surface, until the efforts of Dr. Jones and the Omnicons recharged Primus at Cybertron's core. This remotely revitalized Optimus Prime's Combination Spark, and he took advantage of this to combine with Omega Supreme once more and deliver a stunning series of attacks against his foes. {{storylink|Ironhide Team}} Six Shot dispatched the Autobots indirectly with a massive explosion, caused by a build up of energon gas in the pipline under their feet. Optimus Supreme was the only Autobot still functional enough to oppose Cybertron's accelerated journey towards Alpha Q's planets. Optimus called upon Primus for help, and the Core of Cybertron somehow manipulated the energon gas into power for the Autobot leader, transforming Optimus Supreme into a planet-sized warrior once more. Prime and Omega managed to arrest Cybertron's forward momentum, bringing its flight towards the other planets to a temporary halt. {{storylink|Formidable}}

Omega Supreme and Optimus spent a brief time recuperating on Ocean Planet once more before launching back into the struggle against Galvatron. {{storylink|Galvatron Terror}} In their absence, Galvatron had dunked himself in the Super Energon pool, and was growing to colossal proportions. As Optimus Supreme, they attempted in vain to contend with Galvatron's new power. Eventually, Optimus Supreme pulled back so that Galvatron could leave Cybertron as he intended, cutting down on the planetary devastation. {{storylink|Destructive Power}}

Omega Supreme and Prime continued to Powerlinx until Optimus chose to face Galvatron alone. He used the power of Unicron to match Galvatron's proportions, pulling him down to Jungle Planet where they continued to battle. Prime used Galvatron's hatred of him to overwhelm Unicron's influence on the Decepticon leader's mind, keeping Galvatron interested in the conflict. The two warriors engaged in an ever-escalating conflict, each one tapping the power of Unicron to grow larger and more powerful.

Eventually, Optimus Prime used his Combination Spark to absorb all the essence of Unicron they were channeling, forcibly reducing him and Galvatron back to their original size and power. As Galvatron took off into space to find Unicron and take revenge on the entity for manipulating him, Omega Supreme pursued the Decepticons. {{storylink|Spark (episode)|Spark}}

[[File:Omega Supreme-Meteor Storm-The Sun.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|"Meteor Storm!"]]
Despite Omega and Kicker's efforts, Galvatron once again gained the power of Unicron by absorbing a small orb fragment of the Chaos-Bringer that had been left in space. Omega Supreme fulfilled the duty bestowed on him by Primus, delaying the once-again-gigantic Galvatron with his own impressive power. Once Optimus Prime arrived (having merged with the Combination Sparks of all his warriors), Omega joined him for the Ultimate combination as Optimus Supreme one last time. Optimus Supreme and the Unicron-possessed Galvatron grappled in the path of Primus's Super Energon sun, as Optimus prepared to sacrifice himself to hurtle Unicron into the star. Galvatron refused to allow the sacrifice, however. He regained control long enough to throw himself into the energon sun, and Unicron's last bit of influence was destroyed. Omega Supreme and the other Autobots were restored, and Alpha Q's planets received the light and energy they so desperately needed. {{storylink|The Sun}}

===''Energon'' comic===
When word of a "Project Omega" made their way to Megatron, he sent out Slugslinger, Mirage, and Snow Cat to sabotage it. Due to their own incompetence, none of the three Decepticons managed to make it to their targets. At least, Snow Cat managed to get a brief glimpse of the project while it was still under construction before being expelled from the Autobot base. {{storylink|Perspective}}

{{Unreleased energon comic}}
Omega Supreme's existence began as an "artificial construct" whose construction was jump-started in response to Optimus's disappearance. {{storylink|Doomsday Redux!}} [[Ironhide (Energon)|Ironhide]] reported he was putting the finishing touches to the new super-weapon, though he still had trouble handling the artificial Matrix necessary to bring the 'bot online. {{Storylink|Armageddon Part 1}} By the time Omega Supreme was ready, the Autobots had been put in an impossible situation; the super-weapon was needed on their Mars base to repel an enemy attack, but by dropping the Earth's planetary shield to allow Omega passage, they risked letting Demolishor get away with a kidnapped Kicker. {{storylink|Armageddon Part 3}} After Kicker was secured, Omega Supreme was finally activated and obliterated [[Unicron's Four Horsemen]] with its great firepower. {{Storylink|Armageddon Part 4}} Omega Supreme joined the battle against first the [[Quintesson]] war-fleet and then [[Unicron]]. {{Storylink|Armageddon Part 5}}

===Toy pack-in comic===
[[File:Energonminicomic-OmegaandMirage.jpg|thumb|200px|left]]
When [[Eclipse-Team]], composed of [[Slugslinger (Energon)|Slugslinger]] and [[Sharkticon (Energon)|Sharkticon]], infiltrated an Autobot [[energon]] refinery plant, they encountered Omega Supreme's inert body and assumed it was "some sort of Autobot sentry drone" that had been knocked offline by an e.m. pulse, courtesy of [[Shockblast]], who was directing their mission from space. Moving along, they first encountered another drone who activated the base's "security mode," alerting the resident Autobots, [[Bulkhead (Energon)|Bulkhead]], [[Tow-Line (Energon)|Tow-Line]] and the now active Omega Supreme. Though the Decepticons called in [[Mirage (Energon)|Mirage]] for reinforcement, Omega Supreme first made short work of this newcomer, and then fired at Sharkticon while he fled, taking out both his target and the space-bound Shockblast with one shot! Thus the energon was saved from Decepticon hands... for now! {{storylink|Energon Volume 3}}

Later, Omega Supreme battled [[Constructicon Maximus]]. {{storylink|Energon Volume 4}}
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==Toys==
===''Energon''===
[[File:EnergonOmegaSupreme toy.jpeg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|Homage: Appreciated. (''Hasbro stock imagery'')]]
[[File:Energon OptimusSupreme.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67|Whites: whiter. Brights: brighter. Accessories: Cumbersome. (''Takara release pictured'')]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Omega Supreme''' (Supreme Class, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''Takara ID number'': '''SC-22'''
:*''Takara release date'': [[September 16]], 2004
:*''Accessories'': 2 missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Eric Siebenaler]] (Hasbro), [[Takashi Kunihiro]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Hirofumi Ichikawa]] (detailing), [[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging artist)}}

: Released in the second wave of Hasbro's ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' Supereme-class toys, Omega Supreme is nominally composed of two major vehicle components that combine into a singular robot. He comes with the "Omega" Mini-Con, that combines with each component/mode in a variety of ways.

: The "Omega Train" is a Cybertronian construction-themed train engine. The front end has a small rotating turret with a trio of adjustable manipulator arms, though their limited reach gives them pretty limited functionality. The "caboose" features a large construction claw-arm which extends on a gear mechanism with the push of a slider, though the actual claw must be opened and closed manually. The cab portion of the arm also has an opening canopy to fit a Mini-Con (or any other small toy you can cram in there), though the extremely limited amount of legroom inside means few Mini-Cons outside of Omega's own Mini-Con component can securely fit inside.

: The "Omega Battleship" is, well, a space battleship with multiple gun turrets. The front two (non-firing) artillery turrets and double spring-loaded missile launching turret are geared together to turn in tandem, which can also be done with a small spin-wheel on the side of the prow. The gun barrels on the smaller turrets also raise up automatically when turned to the sides, plus activate blaster sounds when they hit the end of their turning radius in either direction. The rear turret is not part of this mechanism and can be freely turned and elevated. A small button in front of the spin-wheel activates a light-and-sound gimmick for the clear-plastic blaster array on the ship's prow. The conning tower has an adjustable radar dish, plus opens up to allow the Omega Mini-Con to merge with it to form a somewhat different, more chunky conning tower. There's also a [[Spark crystal|spark crystal]] to serve as an [[Energon star|Energon Chip]] connector on the ship's deck in front of the first turret.

: Each major component can also form a ground-based "battle platform" for other toys to man; both components feature small flip-out "guns" with [[5 mm post|5 mm wide]] barrels that serve as handles in emplacement mode. The train can also plug into the back of the battleship to form the "Cybertronian Armored Super Train" (referred to as "Omega Train" in the cartoon). Both vehicles also have a Mini-Con [[Powerlinx]] hardpoint on each side: on the crane cab for the train, and on the front-sides of the battleship.

: The two vehicles combine to form the Omega Supreme robot. In this mode he retains most of the gimmicks of his components, with the slight change that the gun turret and missile launcher on his left shoulder are now disconnected from the wheel-activated gear mechanism (though they are still geared together so they still turn in tandem with each other). The Mini-Con Omega forms the robot's head, the primary alt-mode for the little bot. The neck socket for Omega Supreme's robot mode extends slightly to reveal a very squished robot face; this "Omega Grand" head is so the robot form will still have some form of head even if the Omega Mini-Con is lost.

: He can combine with [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Energon|''Energon'' Optimus Prime]] to form "Powerlinx Omega Supreme" (called "Optimus Supreme" in the cartoon, as noted above), with Optimus sitting inside Omega Supreme's chest cavity. As he replaces Omega as the head of the giant, the Mini-Con must be placed in the crane-cab or conning tower if you want him to stay connected. (Omega lacks a Powerlinx socket, and the hole for the screw holding him together sadly is too wide to fit on a 5 mm post, dangit.) This configuration also allows the attachment of Optimus Prime's [[Prime Force]] drone limb team or the dis-articulated parts of [[Wing Saber (Energon)|Wing Saber]] as auxiliary weapons, thanks to flip-out connector panels on the right arm, right shoulder, and each leg.

: Hasbro's stock photography (shown at top right) shows him with silver paint on the conning tower that is not there in the final product.

: Takara's version of Omega Supreme, released in the fifteenth wave of ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)#Takara Super Link toyline|Super Link]]'' product (and the only item in said wave), adds silver paint to his thighs aand has orange paint on his face to make it stand out better underneath the head canopy. He retains the electronic light and sound gimmicks. He was also part of a [[campaign item|promotional campaign]]: buying ''Super Link'' Omega at [[Toys"R"Us]] stores in Japan on the day of his release netted you the [[exclusive]] [[Mini-Con|Micron]] [[Screw (Energon)|Screw]].

: This mold was [[redeco]]ed into [[Omega Sentinel (Energon)#Toys|Omega Sentinel]], and was [[retool]]ed and redecoed to make the ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' "Year of the Snake" [[Omega Supreme (WFC)#Toys|Omega Supreme]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/OmegaSupreme/omegasupreme.htm More information on Omega Supreme at TFU.info]''

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Omega Supreme Gold Version'''{{fact}} (Supreme Class, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': 2 missiles

: A nearly-entirely-gold-chromed version of Omega Supreme was given away as a "[[Lucky Draw figure|Lucky Draw]]" prize through ''[[TV Magazine]]'' and multiple Japanese retail stores. This toy was limited to 50 pieces.

: This toy is meant to go along with the similarly-gold-chromed [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#EnergonGold|Grand Convoy]] contest prize. Good luck getting both of them!

: Unfortunately, the details of the contest are currently undocumented.
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==Merchandise==
===''Attacktix''===
[[File:Attacktix_EnOmegaSupreme.jpg|right|thumb|"I am tired of these jokes about my giant hand. The first such incidence occurred in 1956 when..."]]
* '''Omega Supreme''' (Battle Masters multipack, 2006)
{{attacktix
|ID=TF24
|faction=N/A
|class=Battle Master
|special=Recruit - 6/26 (23%) success ratio
|cost=80
|speed=10
|attacktype=Tosser (the good kind)
}}
{{l-}}
:Omega Supreme comes in a pack with the first series [[Crumplezone (Cybertron)|Crumplezone]] figure. His right arm features a powerful scooping melee attack based on his main toy's claw gimmick, which hurls pieces impressive distances (try flinging an opposing piece into a crowd of 'em).

:At 80 points, Omega Supreme is one of the most expensive figures in all ''Attacktix''. His ''Recruit'' Special Power lets you put any Autobot piece into play from your back-ups. Like all Battle Masters figures, Omega Supreme is not tournament legal.

:This piece is best taken out with a striker attack, particularly by the likes of [[Scorponok (Energon)|Scorponok]] or [[Ransack (Cybertron)|Ransack]]. However a point-blank shot to his chest (putting the missile right against him) by even a [[Light Unit|Decepticlone]] should topple Omega Supreme every time. Yes, he can be defeated by the Crumplezone figure that's packed with him, though it's difficult to do (aim near the right knee).

:At long range, Omega Supreme is meant to be knocked down by hitting both the targets on his knees, unlocking the joints so he falls over backwards thanks to the weight of his upper body. Unfortunately, he is so well balanced that he simply flops back into a prone position that is even more difficult to shoot down from a distance.

:Omega lacks any kind of ''allegiance'' marker, preventing you from calling him into play from your graveyard or back-ups. The player has to start with this guy, and once he's down, he's down for the game.

:This mold was [[retool]]ed into ''Attacktix'' [[Omega Sentinel (Energon)|Omega Sentinel]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/AttacktixOmegaSupreme/omegasupreme.htm More information on ''Attacktix'' Omega Supreme at TFU.info]''

==Notes==
* According to [[Aaron Archer]] at the [[BotCon 2005]] [[Hasbro]] panel, ''Energon'' Omega Supreme was originally going to be part rocket like the Generation 1 toy, but it was decided that a battleship was "cooler".
* In Omega Supreme's [[stock footage|stock]] Powerlinx sequence with Optimus Prime, the little robot, Omega, briefly transforms into robot mode before disappearing in a swirl of light. This reveals the head of Omega Grand momentarily. He then combines and Omega swoops in from off screen in the form of a ball of light and stores himself in Optimus Supreme's right shoulder.
* Also according to Archer, the main toy's body has that little pop-up head because he never liked how if you lost the [[Headmaster (technology)|Headmaster figure]] for the old [[The Transformers (toyline)|Generation 1 toys]], then your robot had no head at all. At least this way, the big robot has ''something''.
* Omega's Headmaster partner has detailing in his robot mode based on [[Omega Supreme (G1)#omegaspreem|Omega Spreem]], the European and Australasian exclusive [[Action Master|Action Master Elite]] figure of the original [[Omega Supreme (G1)|Omega Supreme]].
* Omega Supreme's toy [[scale]] is pretty accurate to what is shown on-screen. Interestingly when combined with Optimus Prime, he again scales well with the other figures, but also scales rather well with fellow Supreme Class figure, Unicron, representing the size changing power up received in a couple of episodes, namely the [[The Sun|finale]].

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Omega Supreme''' (オメガスプリーム ''Omega Supurīmu'')
*''Hungarian:'' '''Végső Omega''' ("Omega the Last")

==Gallery==
<gallery>
File:EnergonOmegaCartoonRobot.jpg|"Omega"
File:EnergonOmegaGrandCartoonHead.JPG|"Omega Grand"
</gallery>

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Scourge (Cybertron)

2026-04-24T09:27:42Z

Boingus: /* Cybertron */ incorrect looking at my copy and images online (unless there is a variant)

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:''Scourge is a [[Decepticon]] turned [[Autobot]] and the leader of [[Jungle Planet (colony)|Jungle Planet]] from the [[Transformers: Cybertron (franchise)|Cybertron]] portion of the [[Unicron Trilogy continuity family]].''

[[File:Map-Scourge.jpg|right|upright=1.75|thumb|Prickly shoulders.]]
'''Scourge''' believes in survival of the fittest and the rule of the mightiest. Not coincidentally, he sees himself as the top of both these categories. A former student of the now-peaceful [[Backstop (Cybertron)|Backstop]], he is savage and brutal, and now holds the [[Jungle Planet (colony)|Jungle Planet]] firmly in his steel jaws. Still, his sense of honor shows that somewhere beneath the exterior of the tyrant, some decency beats in his spark, it just needs to find a way out.

He also apparently looks up (rather down) to one of the humans, [[Lori Jiménez]]; because even though she is small, she is brave enough to stand up to big old Scourge. And let's face it, she must have pretty big cojones to do that. Scourge refers to her as 'little sister'.

{{quote|"Strength is what leads the masses, commands their respect! ''My'' strength united an entire world! Now it seems it's not enough?! '''''Impossible!''''' Strength will save my world! Strength ''must'' be enough! It ''must'' be! '''''It's all I have!'''''"|Scourge in the elevator|"[[Scourge (episode)|Scourge]]"}}

==Fiction==
===Cartoon continuity===
====''Beast Wars Reborn''====
When [[Optimus Primal (BW)/Beast Wars cartoon continuity|Optimus Primal]] was sent to [[Jungle Planet (colony)|Animatron]] by [[Logos Prime|Soundblaster]], he came upon Scourge duking it out against a [[Bear Transformer]]. As Scourge grappled with his opponent, he accidently slammed Optimus away with a swing of his tail. {{storylink|Planetfall (BWR)|Planetfall}}

====''Cybertron'' cartoon====
{{voiceactor|[[Trevor Devall]] (English), [[Colin Murdoch]] ("[[Revelation (episode)|Revelation]]", English), [[Norio Wakamoto]] (Japanese)|[[Jarosław Boberek]] (Polish), [[Sepuh Apikian]] (Armenian), [[Gábor Forgács]] (Hungarian), [[Wolf Frass]] (German), [[Marko Ahde]] (Finnish), [[Emilio García]] (Castilian Spanish), [[Claes Ljungmark]] (Swedish), [[Lee Gwang-soo]] (Korean)}}

[[File:Cybertron Scourge past peoplesuffer.jpg|left|upright=1.35|thumb|Scourge never stops bragging]]
Long ago, Scourge was a student training under the tutelage of the wise [[Backstop (Cybertron)|Backstop]]. Frustrated by the lawlessness of his homeworld, as well as the weak rulers' lack of backbone in dealing with the many criminal elements that preyed upon the people of the land, Scourge turned his back on his master's teachings and waged a revolutionary war, with one message to his enemies: bend to his will or be destroyed. Scourge's immense strength and force of arms saw him seize power over the Jungle Planet, but over time, his lofty ideal of bringing peace and safety to a chaotic world gave way to merely maintaining order under his iron fist. {{storylink|Honor}}

[[File:Cyb ep10 quite a menagerie.jpg|right|upright=1.38|thumb|[http://www.mariowiki.com/Smithy "Then we could get rid of all wishes and create a world filled with...WEAPONS!!"]]]
Years later, two strange beings dared enter the grounds of his temple. The leader, calling himself [[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]], claimed that he was in search of the [[Cyber Planet Key]]s, which could save the universe from a [[Unicron Singularity|black hole]] left in the wake of [[Unicron|some mythical god's]] destruction. Scourge was interested, but played dumb about the Key's location, seeing that Megatron had an ulterior motive. {{storylink|Search (episode)|Search}} Scourge challenged Megatron to a bout so that he could fully gauge the newcomer's power, and found himself suitably impressed by the Decepticon's "Armor of Unicron." {{storylink|Deep}} When, far away, the Autobots claimed the [[Omega Lock]], all of the Cyber Planet Keys began to glow. Scourge witnessed the Key in his possession light up his throne room, and watched it in curious awe. {{storylink|Ship}} Scourge ruminated on Megatron's behavior, noting to himself that the Decepticon was suspiciously secretive. {{storylink|Hero (episode)|Hero}}

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Soon afterwards, another (smaller) [[Overhaul (Cybertron)|outlander]] arrived, telling much the same story as Megatron had, except claiming that the Decepticon had no intention of saving the universe. Unfortunately, his direct, gruff manner got under Scourge's skin and the Jungle Planet leader challenged the interloper to a battle for the Key. {{storylink|Race}} In the ensuing fight, Scourge took a Cyber Key-powered missile to the face, but quickly revealed his own Key ability-shoulder-mounted dragon heads which laid Overhaul low with their ferocious fire breath. Scourge prepared the final blow, but his victim was spirited away by [[Snarl (Cybertron)|Snarl]], causing Scourge to roar in fury. Overhaul soon returned once more, hell-bent on acquiring the Cyber Planet Key. Initially dismissive of the Autobot, Scourge charged into battle after Overhaul dealt with his guards. When his foe was distracted by Megatron's attack on Snarl, Scourge unleashed his flames once more, only to find that Overhaul could now withstand their heat. Fortunately for Scourge, Megatron chose that moment to toss Snarl into Overhaul, as a "gift" for him. Scourge would have executed the traitorous wolf on the spot, but Overhaul blocked his blow, drawing on the power of the Cyber Planet Key to reformat himself into Leobreaker and fleeing with Snarl. {{storylink|Detour (episode)|Detour}}

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Bent on punishing Snarl's treachery, Scourge tracked down the wolf-bot, and had his first meeting with [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]]. The naive Autobot leader wished to talk, but Scourge informed him of his planet's laws and suggested that Optimus battle Megatron's forces to determine Snarl's fate. Optimus refused on the spot, but Leobreaker was spurred into action when Scourge's minions moved to take Snarl away. Scourge observed the ensuing battle and witnessed Optimus and Leobreaker utterly defeat Megatron with their first combination into Savage Claw Mode. Satisfied with their display of power, he released Snarl and left. {{storylink|Savage}}

Having seen the strength of Optimus Prime, Scourge desired a battle against the Autobot leader. His wish was seemingly granted when Optimus contacted him with a challenge, but when the dragon-bot met him in a canyon, Optimus denied ever sending such a message. (In truth, the scheming [[Sideways (Armada)|Sideways]] was behind the message, intent on letting both sides destroy each other.) Nonetheless, Scourge battled Optimus, who struck him down with the power of Savage Claw Mode. Although the Autobots retreated before Scourge could recover, the planet leader was pleased to have felt Prime's strength first-hand. {{storylink|Sand}}

Scourge was one of the Transformers who felt the energy released by inserting the Velocitron Planet Key into the Omega Lock. {{storylink|Champion}} He witnessed the Autobots' return to his planet and watched them deal with [[Ransack (Cybertron)|Megatron's]] [[Crumplezone (Cybertron)|flunkies]] {{storylink|Ice}} before meeting them personally at his temple. To his dismay, Optimus still refused to fight him, intent on trying to talk the Key out of Scourge's hands. Ironically, Leobreaker shared Scourge's discontent for diplomacy, forcibly separating from Optimus and attacking the dragon. Scourge felled him with a single fire blast, but then stayed Megatron's hand when he moved to finish off the fallen warrior, claiming that Leobreaker was already defeated. Megatron was not terribly pleased by this, but relented and followed Scourge back to his temple.

Some time later, Scourge at last received a formal challenge from Optimus Prime, delivered by Backstop. Confused by Optimus's change of heart, he asked his old teacher what motivated the Autobot leader, learning that Optimus fought for peace and justice-familiar words to Scourge, according to Backstop. Although Megatron advised against the battle, Scourge was adamant, {{storylink|Honor}} and immediately began training by fighting off Undermine and Brimstone while restrained by two pillars. Having prepared himself for battle, he proceeded to wait for his opponent...and wait...and wait. To his dismay, the Autobots were late for the match, making him wonder if Optimus would try to intentionally dishonor him. Eventually, the Autobots did arrive, accusing Megatron's goons of delaying them. When Scourge turned to ask Megatron about this, the Decepticon simply denied everything and left.
[[File:Cyb ep21 jungle planet key.jpg|left|upright=1.4|thumb]]

Dismissing the issue, Scourge prepared to fight, but found himself confronted by Velocitronian leader [[Override (Cybertron)|Override]] and Lori, one of the Autobots' human allies. The latter attempted to explain the value of working together over fighting, but Scourge misinterpreted it as a slight against his planet's culture and insisted that the battle commence. However (perhaps motivated by Lori's words or simple arrogance), he did allow Optimus to choose one Autobot to aid him, and the Prime immediately combined with Leobreaker to meet Scourge head-on. Although the dragon forced the 'bots apart by attacking their combination joint, the Autobots reformed Savage Claw Mode on the other side and delivered a punch that laid Scourge out on the floor. He anticipated his own demise, but was surprised to learn that Optimus had no intent to kill him. Nonetheless, he accepted defeat and relinquished the Cyber Planet Key to the Autobots before leaving to contemplate what he had learned that day. Before doing so, he thanked Lori for her words, affectionately calling her "little sister"-much to Lori's dismay. {{storylink|Primal (Cybertron)|Primal}}

When Megatron's forces attempted to raid the temple and steal the key, Scourge remained inside, claiming to have no interest in the larger war around him. He showed concern for Lori when she began coughing on smoke from the burning jungle outside, and was perplexed at her belief that bike helmets save lives. When [[Thundercracker (Armada)|Thundercracker]] repeatedly set the forests around the temple alight to keep Optimus occupied, Scourge took action, storming outside and downing the lowbrow jet with a blast of flames. He eventually found himself being examined by [[Bud Hansen|more]] [[Coby Hansen|humans]] as the Autobots regrouped, before finally losing his patience and screaming for everyone to just leave his planet. They at last agreed, and Scourge was left to tend to his realm. {{storylink|Trust (Cybertron)|Trust}}

However, the draconic dictator was soon flying on an asteroid alongside Crumplezone in order to free the Decepticons from a trap laid by the treacherous Starscream. Combining his power with Megatron's, Scourge eventually breached the sphere trapping the Decepticons, and then requested to join Megatron's group on their trip to Earth, in order to see new worlds and experience new things (and get vengeance on Optimus Prime and Leobreaker for his defeat). He greeted Optimus Prime upon arrival, and engaged Leobreaker and Snarl in battle, taking them both out in short order with his dragon mode's powerful fire breath. He briefly battled Optimus Prime before the latter was distracted by Megatron critically wounding [[Hot Shot (Armada)|three]] [[Scattorshot (Cybertron)|of his]] [[Red Alert (Armada)|soldiers]]. {{storylink|Revelation (episode)|Revelation}} He attempted to bar Optimus' path to Megatron, but was knocked aside by Savage Claw Mode. He soon got back on his feet and was poised to help Megatron finish off the Autobots when the wounded trio returned, reborn into the powerful [[Cybertron Defense Team (Cybertron)|Cybertron Defense Team]]. {{storylink|Critical}}

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Scourge continued fighting the Autobots at [[Niagara Falls]], but took a moment to fry Thundercracker for attempting to flee. He then joined Megatron in warping to Starscream's island base and joining a massive free-for-all for possession of the Omega Lock. When all of his opponents fled or challenged different enemies, Scourge decided to give chase to the Autobot leaders descending into the volcano at the island's center. {{storylink|Assault}} He was held up briefly by an electric trap redirected at him by [[Vector Prime]], but recovered in time to squash Sideways underfoot. After another painful encounter with Savage Claw Mode's power, he evacuated the erupting volcano in time to witness Starscream emerge...as a twenty-story giant with an equally massive crown! When Megatron challenged Starscream in a clash that threatened to rip the planet in half (literally), Scourge led the Decepticons in a full-scale attack on Starscream. They got off one combined Cyber Key-enhanced shot before the super-sized jet blew them away. {{storylink|Starscream (episode)|Starscream}}

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When a team of Autobots left for Cybertron with the Omega Lock, Scourge alerted Megatron and joined the rest of the Decepticons in pursuing them. Along the way, he watched Megatron recruit [[Thunderblast (Decepticon)|Thunderblast]] into the Decepticons, although he was shortly informed that Megatron only trusted her as far as cannon fodder. {{storylink|United (episode)|United}} The Autobots escaped at a warped section of the space bridge, but Scourge was able to pass through by focusing his own power. Upon arriving on Cybertron, he mocked Thunderblast for being damaged along the way, but then doubled over from injuries HE sustained during the trip. When Megatron successfully stole the Lock, Scourge joined him in fleeing through a dimension gate, and thus witnessed his leader's battle with Optimus Prime in the [[fire dimension]]. He managed to escape with Thunderblast before the Autobots collapsed the dimension around Megatron, seemingly destroying the Decepticon leader. {{storylink|Cybertron (episode)|Cybertron}}
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Regrouping with the other Decepticons, Scourge nominated himself as leader. Ransack, Crumplezone, and Thundercracker objected, but the dragon-bot easily defeated all three of them at once. He soon threw them back into battle against the Autobots before tackling Optimus Prime himself. The battle was briefly interrupted when everyone stopped to watch Starscream's (rather pathetic) attempt to destroy Primus. Scourge commented that Starscream had really lost his mind-and then used the distraction to attack Optimus again, restarting the fight. The battle did not go well for the Decepticons, but Scourge refused to back down, even when Thundercracker reported that Crumplezone had been maimed by [[Scrapmetal (race)|Scrapmetal]]. Not even he was prepared for what came next-the appearance of a ghostly, darkness-shrouded Megatron above them all! {{storylink|Balance}} He continued fighting Optimus, to the Autobot leader's growing frustration, until Optimus finally broke off to engage the now-reborn Megatron and his [[Nemesis Breaker|new pet]]. Scourge was among the Decepticons making a break for the Omega Lock when the Autobots were disoriented by the collision of Optimus and Megatron's powers. {{storylink|Darkness (episode)|Darkness}} He didn't get far before he had to confront the pursuing Autobots again {{storylink|Memory (Cybertron)|Memory}}, battling various opponents across Cybertron {{storylink|Escape (episode)|Escape}}.
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After Megatron learned of Starscream's survival aboard the ancient starship ''[[Atlantis]]'', and the location of the final Cyber Planet Key, Scourge and the other Decepticons began searching the cosmos for their leader's old rival. Thunderblast led them to the ''Atlantis'', but it warped away before anyone else could board. However, Scourge still found his way to [[Gigantion]] with the help of the mysterious [[Soundwave (Cybertron)|Soundwave]], who led the Decepticons through a dimension gate. {{storylink|Titans}} {{storylink|Warp}}

The Decepticons' first clash on the Giant Planet went poorly, largely due to the presence of the enormous native Transformers on the Autobots' side. Scourge found himself overpowered by [[Quickmix (Cybertron)|Quickmix]] and blown away by planet leader [[Metroplex (Cybertron)|Metroplex]], who also soundly defeated Megatron. {{storylink|Giant}} In the aftermath of the battle, Scourge helped his leader hobble down the corridors of the planet, trying to offer comfort by claiming that everyone loses a battle sometime. He later assured Crumplezone and Ransack that Megatron's near-tangible anger was not directed at them, but rather at the ones who so easily outmatched his power. He soon saw his leader literally ''rip open'' Gigantion to access its Cyber Planet Key and followed the newly minted Galvatron as he devastated the Autobots around the planet. He then witnessed his leader's vengeance on Metroplex and battle with Optimus Prime, and again fell back after Galvatron was injured by [[Sparkdrinker|Metroplex's axe]]. {{storylink|Fury (Cybertron)|Fury}}

[[File:Cyb ep42 cowardly Scourge.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4]]

Upon recovering his strength, Galvatron sent his forces-Scourge included-across the planet to find the Cyber Planet Key. {{storylink|City}} Scourge and Thunderblast attempted to ambush [[Wing Saber (Energon)|Wing Saber]], Override, and Lori, only for the latter to give Scourge a severe lecture about the dishonor of his sneak attack (and fighting for Megatron in general). The dragon actually seemed to be rather shaken by the girl's rant, and was noticeably relieved when she left with Wing Saber to take on Thunderblast. Scourge was much more confident during his battle with Override, but when his thrown axe nearly killed Lori and the returning Wing Saber, he quickly made a strategic withdrawal (while Lori berated him for running away). {{storylink|Ambush (episode)|Ambush}}

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Scourge next surfaced in another of Gigantion's abandoned cities, where he was confronted by Leobreaker and Snarl. The beast-bots attempted to sway him from Megatron's side by claiming that Optimus fought for the right reasons, but Scourge replied that Optimus only fought for ''change'', not ''improvement''. His patience wearing thin, Leobreaker angrily challenged Scourge for leadership of Jungle Planet, claiming that Scourge's selfishness made him unfit to rule. The fight was intense, but Scourge emerged triumphant. As the dragon prepared to leave, Snarl informed him of the Jungle Planet's suffering due to the black hole, but Scourge revealed that he already knew that, having the same connection to his homeworld as Snarl did. Infuriated by Scourge's demeanour, Snarl joined Leobreaker in attacking, but Scourge defeated them both and left to contemplate his growing feelings of unease about the situation. {{storylink|Challenge}}

[[File:Cyb ep44 scourge.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.2|Bud: Why do you pick on people? Scourge: Because I'm bigger than them!]]
Reflecting on Leobreaker's insistence that strength was more than physical, Scourge began feeling both confused and apprehensive, as physical power was all he had to save his planet. His wanderings led him to an old amusement park, where he came across Bud and the [[Recon Mini-Con Team]]. The small human was able to have a discussion with Scourge, attempting to illustrate the benefits of creative thinking and teamwork, making Scourge accuse Bud of making things up. When Bud responded that no one said that ''he'' couldn't make stuff up, Scourge finally had an epiphany, realizing that his constant reliance on brute strength had actually made him weaker. To test his realization, he promptly challenged the Autobots to a duel. He was beaten up by Metroplex, Vector Prime, and Sonic Wing Mode Optimus Prime without doing anything to any of them besides slightly scratching the latter's shoulder, but still expressed contentment at the result, laughing softly at the sky above him. {{storylink|Scourge (episode)|Scourge}}
[[File:Cyb ep48 planet leaders.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.2]]

When the completed Omega Lock opened a path back to the Transformer's home dimension, Scourge arrived to thank Optimus Prime for everything he taught him. Declaring that he had a planet to save, Scourge proceeded to depart for the Jungle Planet, accompanied by his old friend, Snarl. {{storylink|Showdown (Cybertron)|Showdown}} Unfortunately, the power of the black hole was unstoppable, dragging the Jungle Planet itself through the space bridge and into reach of the singularity itself. Even as his people were evacuated by the Autobots, Scourge intended to die with his homeworld, forcing Snarl to beat some sense into him. Accused of cowardice and giving up on his people, Scourge at last realized the lesson Backstop tried to teach him so long ago, and told his followers to never give up hope and always go down fighting. As his old teacher looked at him with pride, Scourge found himself bathed in the light of [[Primus]] as his temple rose from the ground and revealed itself as the fourth ancient starship: ''[[Hyperborea (Cybertron)|Hyperborea]]''! Aboard this mighty vessel, he arrived at Primus in time to scare off Galvatron's minions and witness the creation of the [[Ark (Cybertron)|''Ark'']], a symbol of the united Transformer race. {{storylink|Homecoming (episode)|Homecoming}}

[[File:Cyb ep50 scourge shake.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.2]]

When Galvatron retreated to the very core of the black hole, Scourge and the other planet leaders approached Optimus Prime, wishing to aid him in defeating Galvatron and reclaiming the key-filled Omega Lock. Although Galvatron used the Lock to make himself enormous and all-powerful, the combined strength of the Autobots defeated him, with Scourge contributing his flames to their final attack. Spiteful even in defeat, Galvatron threw the Lock and keys into the black hole, and Scourge was forced to break off and grab his homeworld's Cyber Planet Key. He beheld Primus' destruction of the black hole at last and then watched the deity reform into Cybertron, now with elements of the Jungle Planet on its surface. {{storylink|End}}

Unfortunately, Jungle Planet itself was still out of place, hovering just above Cybertron. The Autobots worked together to build massive thrusters to push the planet back to its rightful place, and Scourge made sure to thank Optimus once more for all he had done. The plan proceeded without a hitch until Galvatron damaged one of the engines (en route to a final battle with Optimus Prime), changing the planet's trajectory towards Cybertron. When the damaged thruster began falling over, Scourge was the first Transformer to leap up and try to physically push it back into place. With the combined aid of Transformers from all over the galaxy, he succeeded, allowing his planet-and his people-to return home. {{storylink|Unfinished}}

[[File:Cyb ep51 nothing emotional here.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.2]]

Weeks after the final defeat of Galvatron and the restoration of normalcy, Scourge joined the other planet leaders in an "intergalactic peace conference", where it was decided that a new space bridge project would be made. In preparation for the project, Scourge held a boxing match on Jungle Planet to determine its new leader...and ended up winning. As a result, he sent Leobreaker as the Jungle Planet representative. Scourge would later attempt (rather poorly) to hide his tears at Leobreaker's departure.

Despite his enlightened stance on power, Scourge still seemed to enjoy physical tests, such as lifting very large boulders. {{storylink|Beginning}}
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===''Cybertron'' toy bios===
Long exposure to the freezing waste of deep space irreversibly mutated Scourge into a creature of ice and cold. The once hot-headed dragon spewing flames, was now a cold and calculating ruler, with no mercy for his enemies. Cryo Scourge had ice-cold breath that could ruin an Autobot's joints and mechanisms, and a freezing aura that could shatter their alloys. His axe—now a blade of supercooled hydrogen—left a deadly numbness wherever it struck. {{storylink|Cyber Key Codes|Cryo Scourge toy bio}}

===''Galaxy Force'' manga===
{{charstubfiction|{{storylink|The Temple of Hell! Overhaul}} {{storylink|Galaxy Force Mission.7}} {{storylink|Galaxy Force Mission.9}}}}
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==Commercial appearances==
"Bot Shots" Scourge burst into a moving subway car to challenge Optimus Prime to a duel, telling him it was "Go time!" Optimus responded with "Bring it on!" and both crashed into one another at incredible speeds! {{storylink|Commercial#Bot Shots|Bot Shots Dragon Track Commercial}}
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==Games==
===''Transformers Power Up: The Game''===
{{Note|Scourge is one of four Transformers that can be built over the course of the game.}}
{{storylink|Transformers Power Up: The Game}}

===Bot Shots Battle Game!===
[[File:BSBG-Scourge.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67|I totally have [[Windrazor (Prime)|Windrazor]]'s wings.]]

The ''evil'' Scourge was the final challenge that [[you]]r Bot Shot had to face and defeat in [[Shockwave (Movie)|Shockwave]]'s laboratory. With his defeat, [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] was liberated from another form of tyranny. Hooray!
{{Note|Scourge is also one of the many random Bot Shots the player can encounter in the game, and he can also be purchased in the "Bot Shop".}}
{{storylink|Bot Shots Battle Game!}}
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==Toys==
===''Cybertron''===
[[File:Cyb-toy Scourge Ultra.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|He's got a good head on each shoulder. (''Hasbro version'')]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Scourge''' (Ultra, 2005)}}</ul>
:*''Takara name'': '''Flame Convoy'''
:*''Takara ID number'': '''GD-07'''
:*''Takara release date'': [[March 17]], 2005
:*''Accessories'': Tail-axe, Jungle Planet Cyber Planet Key
:*''Cyber Key Code'': '''u2m8'''
{{toydesigner|[[Shogo Hasui]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Hirofumi Ichikawa]] (detailing)}}

: ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' Scourge transforms into a robotic quadrupedal dragon. Pressing the yellow button on his beast-mode neck activates an electronic roaring sound and red LED in his head. Inserting a [[Cyber Key]] into the slot on his back activates a Generation 1 transformation sound effect and flips out two smaller dragon heads, one on each side of his neck, each with movable upper skulls supported by springs. Pressing the yellow button on his neck with the secondary heads deployed activates a new laser blast sound, along with the LED lights.

: In [[robot mode]], Scourge is armed with a massive axe formed from his tail which can be held in either fist. In this mode, the Cyber Key gimmick swings the dragon-heads over his shoulders.

: Released first by [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] in the fifth wave of ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)#Takara_Galaxy Force_toyline|Galaxy Force]]'' product, "Flame Convoy" uses a golden-hued plastic for his forelimb spikes and dragon-head horns. Hasbro's ''Cybertron'' release, in the first wave of Ultra-class toys, casts the spikes in a more yellow-hued tone and gives his golden [[Cyber Planet Key]] a [[Cyber Key Codes|Cyber Key Code]] stamped on the back.

: Customers who bought ''Galaxy Force'' Flame Convoy from [[AEON|JUSCO]] stores in March received one of two different [[Hellflame Mini-Con Team|Hellflame Micron]]s for free: [[Graviton (Cybertron)|Graviton]] or [[Quasar]].

: This mold was also used to make ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Bruticus (RID)#Universe (2008)|Predacon Bruticus]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/Scourge/scourge.htm More information on Scourge at TFU.info]''

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Flame Convoy - Sky Lynx Edition''' (Ultra, 2005)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Tail-axe, gold Jungle Planet Cyber Key

: A ''[[TV Magazine]]'' [[Lucky Draw figure|Lucky Draw]] exclusive item, this extremely rare version of Flame Convoy had a color scheme based (conceptually) on [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Generation 1 Sky Lynx]], and shipped in a plain white version of his retail box.

::*''[http://www.transformertoys.co.uk/content.php?/transformers-toys/toy-gallery/1098/Galaxy+Force/Blue+Flame+Convoy.html Flame Convoy Sky Lynx Edition at Transformers @ The Moon]''

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[[File:Cybertron-toy LoC Scourge.JPG|right|upright=1.67|thumb|Nnnnooooo springs! ''Bweep-boop!'']]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Scourge''' (Legends of Cybertron, 2005)}}</ul>

: Sold in the second wave of Hasbro's "[[Legends Class (2005)|Legends of Cybertron]]" product, this toy is a small, extremely simplified version of Scourge, standing roughly three inches tall in robot mode. He has limited articulation, and his tail is pretty resolutely affixed to his back end (not that his hands are designed to hold accessories anyway). He does retain his deployable extra dragon-heads, though of course this time they're not spring-loaded.

: This mold was also used to make ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' [[Trypticon (G1)#Classics|Trypticon]] and ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Hun-Gurrr (G1)#Universe (2008)|Hun-Gurrr]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/LOCScourge/scourge.htm More information on Legends of Cybertron Scourge at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Cybertron CryoScourge Toy.jpg|right|upright=1|thumb| I will cryo freeze you with some English beef!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Cryo Scourge''' (Ultra, 2006)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Tail-axe, silver Jungle Planet Cyber Key
:*''Cyber Key Code'': '''u3fl'''

: Sold in the sixth and final wave of ''Cybertron'' Ultras (and also the only new toy in that assortment), Cryo Scourge is a predominantly frosty-blue [[redeco]] reminiscent of ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Robots in Disguise]]'' [[Cryotek (RID)|Cryotek]]. He retains all of the gimmickry of the original release, even the same sound effects.

: This time around, Scourge comes with a silver-bordered Jungle Planet style Cyber Key, rather than the gold-bordered version his first toy has.

: Cryo Scourge's packaging marks him as a [[Triple Changer]] for his ability to pop up the two extra heads. ...Yeah, we don't buy it either.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Decepticon/CryoScourge/cryoscourge.htm More information on Cryo Scourge at TFU.info]''
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===''Bot Shots''===
[[File:BotShots Spin Scourge.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67|Fear my dragon mustache!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-p2|'''Scourge''' (2013)}}</ul>
:*''Series'': '''2'''
:*''Number'': '''B005'''
:**''Fist strength'': '''265'''
:**''Blaster strength'': '''815'''
:**''Sword strength'': '''540'''

:Part of the second wave of ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Series 2 single-packs, Scourge transforms into a dragon-like creature on wheels, and is heavily based on ''Cybertron'' Scourge. As a Spin Shot, one manually winds up his upper body beforehand when transforming him into [[beast mode]], where striking the front of the dragon will cause him to [[Autotransformation|automatically transform]], bursting open and spinning into [[robot mode]]. He has a "spinner" in his chest that shows his three attack types and power levels.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Predacon/BSScourge/scourge.htm More information on Scourge at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BotShots_CryoScourgeLauncher.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-p2|'''Cryo Scourge''' (Launcher, 2013)}}</ul>
:*''Series'': '''2'''
:*''Number'': '''BL003'''
:*''Accessories:'' Launcher, four targets
:**''Fist strength'': '''262'''
:**''Blaster strength'': '''500'''
:**''Sword strength'': '''858'''

: Part of the second wave of ''Bot Shots'' Series 2 launchers, this is a [[redeco]] of the first Scourge toy in purple and blue with bright green wheels, in [[homage]] to the [[#Cryo|Cryo redeco of ''Cybertron'' Scourge.]]

: The second wave of Series 2 launchers didn't reach mass retail in the United States, and were only available online or in discount stores like Ross.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Predacon/BSCryoScourge/scourge.htm More information on Cryo Scourge at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BStoy-3packScourge.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Scourge / Sergeant Kup / Blitzwing''' (Multi-pack, 2013)}}</ul>
:*''Series'': '''2'''
:*''Number'': '''BP005'''
:**''Fist strength'': '''487'''
:**''Blaster strength'': '''245'''
:**''Sword strength'': '''888'''

:Part of the second wave of ''Bot Shots'' Series 2 three-packs, this is an "inverted" redeco of the first Scourge toy, switching his orange and black, making him resemble ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)|Prime]]: [[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Beast Hunters (2013)|Beast Hunters]]'' [[Predaking (Prime)|Predaking]]. He has a slightly-different paint layout for his dragon head and wings.

: This version was only available in a three-pack with [[Kup (G1)#Bot Shots|Spin Shot Sergeant Kup]] and [[Blitzwing (G1)#Bot Shots|Super Bot Blitzwing]].

:The second wave of Series 2 three-packs didn't reach mass retail in the United States, only showing up in discount stores like Ross.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Predacon/BS3pkScourge/scourge.htm More information on 3-pack Scourge at TFU.info]''
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==Merchandise==
===''Attacktix''===
[[File:CybertronScourge-atx.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4]]
*'''Scourge''' (Booster, 2006)
{{attacktix
|ID=TF07
|faction=Decepticon
|class=Specialist
|special=Recruit - 12/26 (46%) success ratio
|cost=20
|speed=8
|attacktype=Striker (Axe)
}}
{{-}}
:Scourge is a surprisingly small ''[[Attacktix]]'' figure considering the massive and powerful character he's based on. His small axe, small base and low speed make him relatively ineffective against more powerful ''Star Wars'' and Marvel strikers.

:Scourge's "Recruit" power allows you to summon a trooper into play from your backups.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Decepticon/AttacktixScourge/scourge.htm More information on ''Attacktix'' Scourge at TFU.info]''
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==Notes==
* A preliminary name for the character in Japan was "'''Sky Lynx'''".<ref>{{citesocial|quote=A mysterious document. 神秘の文書。|link=https://x.com/tfwiki/status/1122035675560325125|name=Monzo|site=Twitter|year=2019|month=04|day=27}}</ref> Thusly, his [[Scourge (Cybertron)#SkyLynxEdition|''TV Magazine'' exclusive toy]] was given a color scheme in homage to [[The Transformers (franchise)|G1]] [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]].
* According to the Galaxy Force Volume 4 DVD booklet, Scourge's stats are:
** Height: 5.5 meters
** Weight: 16.0 tons
** Speed: 400 kilometers per hour
* The toy's instructions and the show's CGI model depict the yellow spike on Scourge's axe as sticking straight up, parallel to the handle, but the molded detail on the toy indicates that it's supposed to be positioned at a right angle to the handle—it's the opposite, narrow end of the axe blade, y'see.
* His stock photography also shows his axe mistransformed—in this case, ''not changed at all'' from its beast mode configuration.
* In dragon mode, Scourge's voice deepens.

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Flame Convoy''' (フレイムコンボイ ''Fureimu Konboi'')
*''Hungarian:'' '''Ostor''' (''Whip'')
*''Korean:'' '''Ultra Dragon''' (울트라드라곤 ''Ulteura Deuragon'')
*''Russian:'' '''Whip''' (Кнут)

==References==
{{Reflist}}

[[Category:Attacktix]]
[[Category:Bot Shots Predacons]]
[[Category:Bot Shots Decepticons]]
[[Category:Beast Wars Transformers]]
[[Category:Convoys]]
[[Category:Cybertron Autobots]]
[[Category:Cybertron Decepticons]]
[[Category:Decepticon leaders]]
[[Category:Jungle Planet]]
[[Category:Predacon leaders]]
[[Category:Turncoats]]
[[Category:Triple Changers]]

Transformers: Shattered Glass (toyline)

2026-03-18T16:56:45Z

Boingus: /* Decepticons */ my mistake linkin park ratbat was after

{{Nav-SG}} 
[[File:Onegenerationshattered.jpg|right|upright=1.95|thumb|Collecting this line will be expensive!]]

Like most ''Transformers'' [[franchises]], '''''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (franchise)|Transformers: Shattered Glass]]''''' has a toyline, which started with [[BotCon 2008]]'s box set and souvenirs, and continued with scattered releases through [[Fun Publications]] and other fan-aimed release venues.

However, there is also a large number of toys originally from other ''Transformers'' toylines that have been officially [[repurposing|repurposed]] by official fiction as ''Shattered Glass'' characters. This was done to fill out the universe in a way that fans could re-create with toys they might already own (or ideally could obtain easily/inexpensively).

Quite a few additional fiction-only ''Shattered'' character designs are based on existing toys/characters with new color schemes, meaning they potentially ''could'' be manufactured some day, or recreated by enterprising [[Customizing|kitbashers]].

==Toyline==
===''Shattered Glass'' toys===
====''Timelines''====
{{main|Transformers Timelines (toyline)}}
The vast majority of the original run of ''Shattered Glass'' toys were released under Fun Publications' exclusive ''Timelines'' imprint, accompanied by its establishing fiction.
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''[[BotCon 2008]]
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-sad|"Shattered Glass" box set ([[Goldbug (SG)#Timelines|Goldbug]], [[Grimlock (SG)#Timelines|Grimlock]], [[Jazz (SG)#Timelines|Autobot Jazz]], [[Optimus Prime (SG)#Timelines|Optimus Prime]], [[Razorclaw (SG)#Timelines|Razorclaw]], [[Starscream (SG)#Timelines 2|Starscream]])}}
{{Bp-sad|Convention Souvenir 3-Pack ([[Divebomb (SG)#Timelines|Divebomb]], [[Megatron (SG)#Timelines 2|Megatron]], [[Rodimus (SG)#Timelines 2|Rodimus]])}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"| 
<ul class="iconlist">

{{Bp-sad|Convention Souvenir 3-pack ([[Blurr (SG)#Timelines|Blurr]], [[Rampage (SG)#Timelines|Rampage]], [[Sideswipe (SG)#Timelines|Sideswipe]] & [[Whisper (SG)#Timelines|Whisper]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Ricochet (SG)#Timelines|Ricochet]]}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Nightbeat (SG)#Timelines|Nightbeat]]}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''[[BotCon 2009]]
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-sa|[[Thunderclash (SG)#Timelines|Thunderclash]]}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''[[BotCon 2010]]
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-sd|[[Ravage (SG)#Timelines|Ravage]]}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top" rowspan=3|[[File:TL-toy Optimus-SG2008.jpg|200px|thumb|BotCon 2008 Optimus Prime]][[File:Timelinestoy-BC2012Soundwave.jpg|thumb|200px|BotCon 2012 Soundwave]]
|-
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''[[BotCon 2011]]
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-sd|Souvenir 2-pack ([[Megatron (SG)#Galvatron|Galvatron]] & [[Thundercracker (SG)#Timelines 2|Thundercracker]])}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''[[BotCon 2012]]
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-sad|"Invasion" box set ([[Soundwave (SG)#Timelines 2|Soundwave]], [[Tracks (SG)#Timelines|Turbo Tracks]], [[Treadshot (SG)#Timelines|Treadshot]], [[Ultra Magnus (SG)#Timelines|Ultra Magnus]])}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Straxus (SG)#Timelines|Bard of Darkmount]]}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Optimus Prime (SG)#BotCon2012|Optimus Prime]]}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"| 
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-sd|[[Octopunch (SG)#Timelines|Octopunch]]}}
{{Bp-sa|Junkion 3-pack ([[Junkheap (SG)#Timelines|Junkheap]], [[Scrap Iron (SG)#Timelines|Scrap Iron]], [[Wreck-Gar (SG)#Timelines|Wreck-Gar]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Longarm (SG)#Timelines|Longarm]]}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''[[BotCon 2015]]
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-sa|[[Stepper (SG)#Timelines|Stepper]] (w/ [[Nebulon (SG)#Timelines|Nebulon]])}}
|-
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''[[Transformers Collectors' Club|TFCC]]
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-sd|[[Heatwave (Timelines)#Timelines|Heatwave]]}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Cyclonus (SG)#Timelines 2|Cyclonus]] (w/ [[Krunix (SG)#Timelines|Krunix]])}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"| 
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-sa|[[Drift (SG)#Timelines|Drift]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (SG)#NovaPrime|Nova Prime]]}}
|}
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====e-HOBBY====
{{main|E-HOBBY}}
[[TakaraTomy]] has thus far produced one sole release in the ''Shattered Glass'' setting as part of the series of new-character redecoes of [[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)|Generation 1 molds]] produced by ''their'' collector oriented vendor, [[e-HOBBY]]. Despite being marketed as a ''Shattered Glass'' set, the packaging features ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers'' branding and even includes an [[List of Japanese ID numbers|ID number]] that loosely fits within the original Japanese Generation 1 toylines' "verses pack" numbering system.

{{note|This set was also made available through the [[Transformers Collectors' Club]] website.}}
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-multi|"SG Soundwave vs SG Blaster" set ([[Blaster (SG)#Shattered Glass|SG Blaster]], [[Ramhorn (SG)#Shattered Glass|SG Ramhorn]], [[Ratbat (SG)#Shattered Glass|SG Ratbat]], [[Rewind (SG)#Shattered Glass|SG Rewind]], [[Slugfest (SG)#Shattered Glass|SG Slugfest]], [[Soundwave (SG)#SGSoundwave|SG Soundwave]])}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top" rowspan=3|[[File:SGtoy-Blaster.jpg|thumb|200px|e-HOBBY Blaster]]
|}
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====''Generations''====
{{main|Transformers: Generations (toyline)}}
When [[Hasbro]] shuttered Fun Publications' ''Timelines'' imprint in 2016 as part of their wide-ranging initiative to consolidate the ''Transformers'' brand, the last of the Transformers Collectors' Club's ''Shattered Glass'' output was reshuffled under the ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' mega-franchise. All ''Shattered Glass'' releases following the end of Fun Publications' tenure that same year have since followed suit.
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'''''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{bp-sa|[[Ratchet (SG)#Combiner Wars|Ratchet]] ([[BotCon 2016]])}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Starscream (SG)#Combiner Wars|Shattered Glass Starscream]] ([[Transformers Figure Subscription Service|TFSS 5.0]])}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece#Hasbro|Masterpiece]]'''''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-sa|[[Optimus Prime (SG)#Masterpiece|Shattered Glass Optimus Prime]]}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''''[[Generations Selects (toyline)|Generations Selects]]'''''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{bp-sa|WFC-GS17 [[Optimus Prime (SG)#Generations Selects|Shattered Glass Optimus Prime]] & [[Ratchet (SG)#Generations Selects|Shattered Glass Ratchet]]}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|
|
|width="20%" valign="top" rowspan=4|[[File:TF-Shattered-Glass-Collection-Goldbug.jpg|thumb|200px|''Shattered Glass Collection'' Goldbug]]
|-
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)#Shattered Glass Collection (2021–)|Shattered Glass Collection]]'''''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-sa|[[Blaster (SG)#Shattered Glass Collection|Autobot Blaster]] – [[Rewind (SG)#Shattered Glass Collection|Autobot Rewind]]}}
{{bp-sa|[[Blurr (SG)#Shattered Glass Collection|Blurr]]}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Flamewar (SG)#Shattered Glass Collection|Decepticon Flamewar]] / [[Fireglide (SG)#Shattered Glass Collection|Fireglide]]}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"| 
<ul class="iconlist">
{{bp-sa|[[Goldbug (SG)#Shattered Glass Collection|Autobot Goldbug]]}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Grimlock (SG)#Shattered Glass Collection|Grimlock]]}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Jetfire (SG)#Shattered Glass Collection|Jetfire]]}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"| 
<ul class="iconlist">
{{bp-sd|[[Megatron (SG)#Shattered Glass Collection|Megatron]]}}
{{Bp-sad|[[Rodimus (SG)#Shattered Glass Collection|Rodimus]] / [[Sideswipe (SG)#Shattered Glass Collection|Sideswipe]] & Decepticon [[Whisper (SG)#Shattered Glass Collection|Whisper]]}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Wheeljack (SG)#Shattered Glass Collection|Decepticon Slicer]] / [[Exo-Suit (SG)#Shattered Glass Collection|Exo-Suit]]}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"| 
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-sd|[[Soundwave (SG)#Shattered Glass Collection|Soundwave]] / [[Ravage (SG)#Shattered Glass Collection|Ravage]] / [[Laserbeak (SG)#Shattered Glass Collection|Laserbeak]]}}
{{bp-sd|[[Starscream (SG)#Shattered Glass Collection|Starscream]]}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Ultra Magnus (SG)#Shattered Glass Collection|Ultra Magnus]]}}
|}
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====''MPG''====
{{main|The Transformers: MPG}}
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-sa|MPG-12 [[Optimus Prime (SG)#MPG|Shattered Glass Optimus Prime]]}}
{{Bp-sa|MPG-13 [[Jetfire (SG)#MPG|Shattered Glass Jetfire]]}}
|}
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===Merchandise===
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===Repurposed toys===
Toys from other lines that fictions have depicted as ''Shattered Glass'' characters. The original toys are in parentheses.

====Decepticons====
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
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<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-sd|[[Astrotrain (SG)|Astrotrain]] ([[Astrotrain (Cybertron)#Timelines 2|''Timelines'' Astrotrain]])}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Bludgeon (SG)|Bludgeon]] ([[Bludgeon (RID 2001)#Robots in Disguise (2001)|''Robots in Disguise'' Bludgeon]])}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Bombshell (SG)|Bombshell]] ([[Salvo (G1)#Collector's Edition|''Collector's Edition'' Salvo]])}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Buzzsaw (SG)|Buzzsaw]] ([[Buzzsaw (G1)/toys#LinkinPark|''Linkin'' Park Buzzsaw]])}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Cyclonus's Armada (SG)|Cyclonus's Armada]] ([[Strafe (G1)#Gentei! Gentei!|''Gentei! Gentei!'' Strafe]])}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Darkwind]] ([[Gigant Bomb#Robotmasters|''Robot Masters'' Gigant Bomb]])}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Demolishor (SG)|Demolishor]] ([[Demolishor (Armada)#Powerlinx|''Armada'' Powerlinx Demolishor]])}}
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|width="20%" valign="top"|
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-sd|[[Dreadwind (SG)|Dreadwind]] ([[Smokesniper#Robotmasters|''Robot Masters'' Smokesniper]])}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Fasttrack (SG)|Fasttrack]] ([[Starcatcher (Cybertron)#Timelines 2|''Cybertron'' Starcatcher]])}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Glit (SG)|Glit]] ([[Howlback (G1)#Collector's Edition|''Collector's Edition'' Howlback]])}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Gutcruncher (SG)|Gutcruncher]] ([[Signal Flare (Movie)#Transformers (2007)|''Transformers'' Signal Flare]])}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Kickback (SG)|Kickback]] ([[Shothole#Collector's Edition|''Collector's Edition'' Shothole]])}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Laserbeak (SG)|Laserbeak]] ([[Laserbeak_(KOU)#Toys|''Knights of Unicron'' Laserbeak]])}}
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|width="20%" valign="top"|
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-sd|[[Predaking (SG)|Predaking]] ([[Nightscream (Classics)#Classics 2|''Classics'' Nightscream]])}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Ravage (SG)|Ravage]] ([[Glit (KP)#Kiss Players 2|''Kiss Players'' Glit]])}}
{{Bp-sd|Ravage ''from the distant future!'' ([[Tigatron (BW)#BotCon2001|BotCon 2001 Transmetal Tigatron]])}}
{{Bp-sd|Ravage ''from a distant possible future!'' ([[Ravage (G1)/toys#Metals|''Beast Wars Metals'' Metals Jaguar]])}}
{{Bp-sd|Ravage ''from the even more distant future!'' ([[Tigerhawk#Beast Wars|''Beast Wars'' Tigerhawk]])}}
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|width="20%" valign="top"|
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-sd|Ravage ''from a even more distant possible future!'' ([[Razorclaw (Universe)#Universe (2003)|''Universe'' Razorclaw]])}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Scourge (SG)|Scourge]] ([[Sweep (G1)#Timelines|''Timelines'' Sweep]])}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Shrapnel (SG)|Shrapnel]] ([[Zaptrap#Collector's Edition|''Collector's Edition'' Zaptrap]])}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Soundwave (SG)|Soundwave]] ([[Soundwave (G1)/toys#Music Label|''Music Label'' Soundwave "Sonic White"]])}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Stonecruncher (SG)|Stonecruncher]] ([[Astro-Hook#Timelines 2|''Timelines'' Astro-Hook]])}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Squeezeplay (SG)|Squeezeplay]] ([[Overkill (G1)#Titans Return|''Titans Return'' Overboard]])}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Submarauder (SG)|Submarauder]] ([[Astro-Sinker (Cybertron)#Timelines 2|''Timelines'' Astro-Sinker]])}}
{{Bp-sd|[[Tailwind (SG)|Tailwind]] ([[Astro-Line#Timelines 2|''Timelines'' Astro-Line]])}}
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|width="20%" valign="top"|[[File:Timelinestoy-Astrotrain.jpg|thumb|200px|Astrotrain]]
|}
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====Autobots====
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
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<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-sa|[[Alpha Trion#Shattered Glass|Alpha Trion]]'s first body ([[Alpha Trion/toys#Timelines|''Timelines'' Alpha Trion]])}}
{{bp-sa|Alpha Trion's second body ([[Alpha Trion/toys#Titans Return|''Titans Return'' Alpha Trion]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Arcee (SG)|Arcee]] ([[Elita-One (Movie)#Transformers (2007)|''Transformers'' Elita-One]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Beachcomber (SG)|Beachcomber]] ([[Hardtop (Movie)#Transformers (2007)|''Transformers'' Hardtop]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Big Daddy (SG)|Big Daddy]] ([[Big Daddy (Movie)#Transformers (2007)|''Transformers'' Big Daddy]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Bluestreak (SG)#Combiner Wars|Bluestreak]] ([[Bluestreak (G1)/toys#Combiner Wars|''Combiner Wars'' Bluestreak]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Brawn (SG)|Brawn]] ([[Strongarm (Movie)#Transformers (2007)|''Transformers'' Strongarm]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Camshaft (SG)|Camshaft]] ([[Camshaft (G1)#Universe (2003)|''Universe'' Camshaft]])}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-sa|[[Crosshairs (SG)|Crosshairs]] ([[Warpath (Movie)#Transformers (2007)|''Transformers'' Warpath]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Drench (SG)|Drench]] ([[Drench (G2)#Generation 2|''Generation 2'' Drench]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Elita-One (SG)|Elita-One]] ([[Override (Cybertron)#GTS|''Cybertron'' Override GTS]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Groove (SG)|Groove]] ([[Ransack (Cybertron)#GTS|''Cybertron'' Ransack GTS]])}}
{{bp-sa|[[Hubcap (SG)|Hubcap]] ([[Hubcap (TF 2010)#Transformers (2010)|''Transformers'' Hubcap]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Huffer (SG)|Huffer]] ([[Armorhide (Movie)#Transformers (2007)|''Transformers'' Armorhide]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Holepunch (SG)|Holepunch]] ([[Makeshift (Armada)#Exdimensions|''Legends of the Microns'' Exdimensions Makeshift]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Hot Shot (SG)|Hot Shot]] ([[Smokescreen (Cybertron)#Universe (2003)|''Universe'' Smokescreen]])}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-sa|[[Jetfire (SG)|Jetfire]] ([[Jetfire (G1)/toys#Gentei! Gentei!|''Gentei! Gentei!'' Dark Skyfire]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Mirage (SG)|Mirage]] ([[Mirage (G1)/toys#ElectroDisruptor|''Henkei! Henkei!'' Electro Disruptor Mirage]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Nightstick (SG)|Nightstick]] ([[Prowl (Armada)#Exdimensions|''Legends of the Microns'' Exdimensions Prowl]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Perceptor (SG)|Perceptor]] ([[Magnificus (G1)#Collector's Edition|''Collector's Edition'' Magnificus]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Pinpointer (SG)|Pinpointer]] ([[Firebot (Armada)#Exdimensions|''Legends of the Microns'' Exdimensions Firebot]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Scoop (SG)|Scoop]] ([[Grindcore (Movie)#Transformers (2007)|''Transformers'' Grindcore]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Seaspray (SG)|Seaspray]] ([[Storm Surge (Movie)#Transformers (2007)|''Transformers'' Storm Surge]])}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-sa|[[Side Burn (SG)|Side Burn]] ([[Side Burn (RID)#Universe (2003)|''Universe'' Side Burn]])}}
{{bp-sa|[[Skids (SG)|Skids]] ([[Burn Out (Diaclone)#Timelines 2|''Timelines'' Burn Out]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Star Saber (SG)|Star Saber]] ([[Skyblast (Movie)#Transformers (2007)|''Transformers'' Skyblast]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Superion (SG)|Superion]] ([[Sixwing#Micromaster 2|''Micromaster'' Sixwing]])}}
{{bp-sa|[[Tailgate (SG)|Tailgate]] ([[Nightracer (G2)#Timelines|''Timelines'' Nightracer]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Ultra Magnus (SG)|Ultra Magnus]] ([[Ultra Magnus (Energon)#Universe (2003)|''Universe'' Ultra Magnus]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Wheeljack (SG)|Wheeljack]] ([[Slicer (G1)#Timelines|''Timelines'' Slice]])}}
{{Bp-sa|[[Wireless Automated Sales Person]] ([[Bumblebee (Animated)/toys#EliteGuard|''Animated'' Elite Guard Bumblebee]])}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|[[Image:Timelinestoy-AlphaTrion.jpg|200px|thumb|Alpha Trion]][[File:Mov-toy BigDaddy.jpg|200px|thumb|Big Daddy]]
|}
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====Predacons====
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-multi|[[Dinobot (BWSG)|Dinobot]] ([[Dinobot (BW)/toys#Universe (2008)|''Universe'' Dinobot]])}}
{{Bp-multi|[[Scavenger (BWSG)|Scavenger]] ([[Scavenger (BW)#Beast Wars|''Beast Wars'' Scavenger]])}}
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|width="20%" valign="top"|
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-multi|[[Scorponok (BWSG)|Scorponok]] ([[Sandstorm (BW)#Beast Wars|BotCon 1999 Sandstorm]])}}
{{Bp-multi|[[Tarantulas (BWSG)|Tarantulas]] ([[Tarantulas (BW)/toys#FKTransmetal|''Beast Wars'' "Fox Kids" Transmetal Tarantulas]])}}
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|width="20%" valign="top"|
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-multi|[[Terrorsaur (BWSG)|Terrorsaur]] ([[Lazorbeak#Beast Wars|''Beast Wars'' Lazorbeak]])}}
{{Bp-multi|[[Waspinator (BWSG)|Waspinator]] ([[Mudfighter#Timelines|''Timelines'' Mudfighter]])}}
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|width="20%" valign="top"|
[[File:Dinobotuniversedeluxe.jpg|200px|thumb|Dinobot]]
|}

====Maximals====
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|
{{Bp-multi|[[Optimus Primal (BWSG)|Optimus Primal]] ([[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#Universe (2003)|''Universe'' Optimus Primal]])}}
{{Bp-multi|[[Rattrap (BWSG)|Rattrap]] ([[Rattrap (BW)/toys#Puzzle|''Beast Wars Metals'' Metals Rattle Special Version]])}}
|[[File:Universe2003toy-Primal.jpg|200px|thumb|Optimus Primal]]
|}
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====Others====
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|
{{Bp-multi|[[Cybaxx (SG)|Cybaxx]] ([[Astrotrain (G1)/toys#Transformers (campaign item)|''Movie Advanced Series'' Astrotrain]])}}
{{Bp-multi|[[Grindor (SG)|Grindor]] ([[Grindor (Armada)#Universe (2003)|''Universe'' Grindor]])}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-multi|[[Highwire]] ([[High Wire (Armada)#Universe (2003)|''Universe'' High Wire]])}}
{{Bp-multi|[[Jetstorm (SG)|Jetstorm]] ([[Jetstorm (BM)#Beast Machines|''Beast Machines'' Jetstorm]])}}
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|width="20%" valign="top"|
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-multi|[[Nestor]] ([[Nestor#Titans Return|''Titans Return'' Overboard]])}}
{{Bp-multi|[[Sureshock (SG)|Sureshock]] ([[Sureshock (Armada)#Universe (2003)|''Universe'' Sureshock]])}}
|[[File:TitansReturntoy-Overboard.jpg|200px|thumb|Nestor]]
|}
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==Notes==
[[File:NYCC2017RodimusUnicronusSymbols.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|"Rodimus ''what''?" "Rodimus PRIME! ''PRIME''!" ''(pre-release version shown)'']]
* [[Fun Publications]]' text stories by Sepelak and Troop referred to all of the [[Mini-Con]]-mold characters as Micromasters; "[[Do Over]]" in particular.
* Several unrealized proposals for ''Shattered Glass'' [[BotCon]] [[exclusive]]s by [[Fun Publications]] were made. Known examples of these include:
** A heroic version of [[Stranglehold]] as a redeco of [[Lockdown (ROTF)#Revenge of the Fallen|''Revenge of the Fallen'' Lockdown]] (utilizing [[Axor#Transformers (2010)|Axor]] tooling). <ref>[https://www.toycollectors.com.au/bc14/bc14br.html BotCon 2014 attendee report]</ref>
** A heroic version of [[Slipstream (G1)|Slipstream]] as a redeco of the [[Transformers Figure Subscription Service]] ''[[Transformers: Prime (franchise)|Transformers: Prime]]'' [[Slipstream (WFC)#Timelines|Slipstream]] in the deco of Generation 1 [[Lyzack (G1)|Lyzack]]. <ref>{{citesocial|quote=Nothing official was ever published or produced. The only SG Slipstream idea made during The Club's license was a rejected toy concept that used Lyzack's colors on the TF Prime Slipstream FSS figure.|link=https://x.com/JesseWittenrich/status/1174460125521821696|name=Jesse Wittenrich|site=Twitter|year=2019|month=09|day=19|(defunct=)}}</ref> Slipstream would later be given a non-toy ''Shattered Glass'' [[Slipstream (SG)|incarnation]] in [[IDW Publishing|IDW]]'s [[Transformers: Shattered Glass (IDW)|reboot comics]], featuring a new original design.
** An evil version of [[Metalhawk (G1)|Metalhawk]] as a new head redeco of ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Cyclonus (G1)#Universe (2008)|Cyclonus]] in the deco of Generation 1 [[Black Shadow (G1)|Black Shadow]].<ref>{{citesocial|quote=The proposed Metalhawk for BotCon 2011 (later revisited for 2012) was Universe Cyclonus (with new head). He'd also be colored as Black/Sky Shadow for Shattered Glass. |link=https://x.com/JesseWittenrich/status/1620234586654650368|name=Jesse Wittenrich|site=Twitter|year=2023|month=01|day=31|(defunct=)}}</ref>
* The [[2017]] ''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'' subline of ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' includes a figure named "[[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#RodimusUnicronus|Rodimus Unicronus]]", representing a [[Unicron]]-corrupted version of "Generation 1" Hot Rod/Rodimus Prime. Of significance is that this figure takes its deco directly from the BotCon 2008 ''Shattered Glass'' Rodimus figure, and even features a retooled "Prime" head with a goatee. Moreover, early pre-release photos and display samples of this toy actually featured purple Autobot symbols, strongly indicating that the toy was once at least considered for release as the actual ''Shattered Glass'' version of the character. But ultimately, marketing consistency presumably won out and the toy was released as an evil version of normal Rodimus with purple Decepticon symbols instead. Nevertheless, that needn't deter [[fandom|fans]] from [[repurposing]]. ''*wink wink*''
* The [[Studio Trigger]] anime series ''{{w|SSSS.Gridman|SSSS.GRIDMΛN}}'' featured a wide cast of characters sporting visual designs based on ''Transformers'' characters, predominantly ''Shattered Glass'' designs.

==References==
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Megatron (Armada)/toys

2026-03-18T16:45:53Z

Boingus: /* Energon */

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[[File:Armada-Megatron-card art.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|Forshadowing [[Thunderhoof (RID)|Thunderhoof]]'s existence since 2002.]]

'''[[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]]'''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s power is your doom! As are his many, many toys.
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==Toys==
===''Armada''===
[[File:Armada Megatron toy.jpg|upright=2|thumb|G2 Megatron gets pimped.]]
[[File:Armada-Megatron-Tidal-Wave-Combined.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Megatron combined with Tidal Wave.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron with Leader-1''' (Giga-Con, 2002)}}</ul>
:*''Takara name:'' '''Megatron''' (メガトロン)
:*''Sonokong name:'' '''Megatron''' (메가트론)
:*''Takara/Sonokong ID number'': '''MD-01'''
:*''Takara release date'': [[2002]] [[December 28]]
:*''Accessories'': Pressure-launch missile, 2 spring-loaded-launch missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Aaron Archer]] (Hasbro), [[Takashi Kunihiro]] (Takara)}}

: The first release in the ''Armada'' Giga-Con assortment, Megatron transforms into a green and purple [[Popular Cybertronian vehicle alternate modes#H-tank|H-shaped Cybertronic tank]]. His turret is able to rotate freely and pivot the main cannon up and down, plus the cannon barrel can fire a pressure-launched missile with the accompaniment of an electronic "explosion" sound effect. One of the most-[[Mini-Con]] play pattern-intensive toys in the ''Armada'' line, Megatron has many gimmicks and features designed to exploit Mini-Con collectability. Plugging a Mini-Con onto the [[Powerlinx]] hardpoint in the L-shaped trench, then pulling back down the length of the trench and locking it in will flip up a double missile launcher on the opposite side of the turret, with two spring-loaded missiles ready to fire. The launcher flips up over a small black switch which, when pressed, activates a "launching" sound effect; the idea is that when you press the buttons to fire the missiles, the whole launcher will move down a millimeter or two, and trip the switch. Depending on the alignment of the gears in your Megatron, though, the launcher is just as likely to hit the switch right away when it flips into place. Plugging a Mini-Con into the turret hatch hardpoint and then twisting it left or right will activate a sound clip of machine gun fire. All three of these sound effects are accompanied by a flashing red LED which illuminates the Decepticon sigil panel on the front of the turret.

: His right-side forward hull protrusion has a flip-out "launch pad" for Mini-Cons, with a sliding Powerlinx post. The left-side forward hull has three spring-loaded, flip-out panels that have Powerlinx hardpoints that reveal themselves at the push of a button. The rear right-side hull has a flip-out ramp for Mini-Cons, and a slide-out capture claw to ensnare them, while the rear left-side hull has a holding compartment for Mini-Cons, although most are too large to fit inside.

: Megatron came packed with his personal Mini-Con, [[Leader-1 (Armada)#Toys|Leader-1]], ready to use with any of those gimmicks.

: In [[robot mode]], Megatron has decent articulation in his arms, but has exceptionally limited articulation in his legs owing to stability concerns when his various gimmicks are used. Sliding the Powerlinx post on his left forearm forward (with or without a Mini-Con plugged into it) reveals a small knife in his spring-loaded left hand—in homage to the sword present on Japanese releases of [[Megatron (G1)/toys#The Transformers|the original Megatron toy]]!<ref>"I put that knife there on purpose because it echoes the G1 sword hand. How 'bout that?"—[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vNgWvNmMJfE&t=3051s Aaron Archer on ''The Toy Armada'', 2021/12/14]</ref> The entire turret assembly can be rotated around to face forward, then all his weapons can then be pivoted to face forward as well for his '''Full Blast Mode'''. The turret can then be rotated by turning a small crank attached to the right-hand side of Megatron's waist, and as it spins, Megatron will cry "Decepticons, Attack!", and all three of his sound effects (explosion, launching and machine gun) will play in succession. Leader-1 can clip into the compartment in Megatron's right shoulder, his weapon barrels pointing forward, and Megatron's three missiles can do the same over on his left shoulder.

: Megatron can also combine with [[Tidal Wave (Armada)#Toys|Tidal Wave]], with Tidal Wave's aircraft carrier and battleship clipping onto his arms and his troop transport clipping onto Megatron's back (after the turret has been positioned in Full Blast Mode configuration) as a jetpack. While the North American instructions only referred to this as Tidal Wave's '''Weapon Mode'''; this form was called '''Burning Megatron''' in Japan and Korea.

: The American version has a metallic purple face, whereas [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s ''Legend of the Microns'' release and [[Sonokong]]'s ''Eunha Yeongung: Cybertron'' release both have a dark silver face and more defined Decepticon symbols. The turret on the Takara/Sonokong release uses a slightly different [[mold]] than the Hasbro version; the slot for the sliding switch that activates the dual missile launcher on the turret is different, allowing the launcher to be locked into place without pressing down on the electronics trigger and draining the batteries. The voice clip is also different.

: In Japan, Hello Mac stores offered one of the three [[Land Military Mini-Con Team#Ultimate|Ultimate Edition Land Military Microns]] [[campaign item|free with the purchase]] of Megatron in May 2003.

: While the cartoon depicted Megatron dual-wielding two of the three major Mini-Con weapons on multiple occasions, his unusual left hand meaning he is only able to hold said weapons with his right hand makes the toy unable to recreate this.

: This mold was also used to make ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Megazarak (Universe)#Toys|Megazarak]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Decepticon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Armada'' Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Armada Galvatron toy.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|The exact opposite of Captain Planet.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron with Clench''' (Giga-Con, 2003)}}</ul>
:*''Takara name'': '''Megatron Super Mode''' (メガトロン{{ruby|S|スーパーモード}})
:*''Takara ID number:'' '''MD-08'''
:*''Takara release date'': [[2003]] [[September 11]]
:*''Accessories'': Pressure-launch missile, 2 spring-loaded-launch missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Joe Kyde]] (deco artist)}}

: Released in the third wave of Giga-Con toys, Galvatron is a predominantly light purple and white redeco of the previous Giga-Con class Megatron toy, covered in black "battle damage" scorch marks with a paint wash on his torso and tank treads. He retains all of his gimmicks from the previous version, the only difference between the two being that the sound clip activated by rotating his turret now says '''"The power is mine!"''' (a line spoken by Megatron in the [[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)|''Armada'' cartoon]] episode "[[Desperate]]", though [[David Kaye]]'s voice was not sampled for the toy).

[[File:Armada-Galvatron-Tidal-Wave-Combined.jpg|thumb|left|upright=.8|Galvatron combined with Tidal Wave.]]

: This time, Galvatron comes with the Mini-Con [[Clench (Armada)#Toys|Clench]]... well, in the Hasbro line, at least.

: The Takara release of "Megatron Super Mode", part of the eighth wave of ''Legends of the Microns'' product, has slight deco differences from the [[Hasbro]] version. It retains Takara Megatron's dark silver face instead of Hasbro's flat black, as well as slightly darker purples and golds. The Takara version retains the different switch slot from the first Japanese release, which all US releases of the mold curiously never utilized. Unlike Hasbro's Galvatron version, Megatron S reuses all the same sound clips from the first Megatron release. Additionally, his Mini-Con partner is labeled as "Spark Barrel" instead, being a powered-up version of Leader-1 rather than being Clench.

: In 2004, after the ''Armada'' toyline ended and ''Energon'' was already on the way, [[The Official Transformers Collectors' Club Magazine issue 1|the only issue]] of 3H's ''The Official Transformers Collectors' Club Magazine'' published instructions for a bizarre but official combined mode called "MegaWing Galvatron" using [[Dreadwind (RID)#Toys|Dreadwind]] and [[Smokejumper]] from the ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Robots in Disguise]]'' toyline. While the instructions specify using ''Armada'' Galvatron for it, this combined mode can also be done with any redeco of the ''Armada'' Megatron or the ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' [[Smokescreen (G2)#Toys|Smokescreen]] molds, however it requires ''Robots in Disguise'' Dreadwind thanks to an added screwhole which was new to the ''RID'' version of the ''Generation 2'' [[Dreadwing (G2)#Toys|Dreadwing]] mold. The instructions also included a note to check online for "Dark MegaWing Galvatron" directions, combining the whole shebang with Tidal Wave. Due to the disintegration of 3H, this sadly never materialized.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Decepticon/Galvatron/galvatron.htm More information on ''Armada'' Galvatron at TFU.info]''
::*''[https://i.imgur.com/kB1fQSw.jpg Instructions for MegaWing Galvatron Page 1]''
::*''[https://i.imgur.com/kW6sF7m.jpg Instructions for MegaWing Galvatron Page 2]''

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[[File:Black Micron Megatron.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|You are a lucky bastard if you own this.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Black Megatron''' (ブラックメガトロン, 2003)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Pressure-launch missile, 2 spring-loaded-launch missiles

: This special redeco of Megatron was given away as a [[Lucky Draw figure|prize]] in a contest held in the June 2003 issue of ''[[TV Magazine]]''. Limited to 100 units, this Megatron was, as his name suggests, primarily black with dark olive and purple shades, and bright yellow and green highlights.
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===''Built to Rule!''===
[[File:Armada BTR MegatronCyclonus.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|Keep on truckin'.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron with Leader-1 and Cyclonus with Crumplezone''' (Built to Rule!, 2003)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': 2 missiles

: Part of the largest ''Transformers'' series ''[[Built to Rule!]]'' set, Megatron can be assembled into a battle tank, a robot, or whatever your imagination can do with the blocks provided. Megatron is armed with a dual missile launcher based upon the Mini-Con activated version on the regular Ultra class toy.

: He came with a block-version of his Mini-Con partner [[Leader-1 (Armada)#Built to Rule!|Leader-1]], as well as a full [[Cyclonus (Armada)#Built to Rule!|Cyclonus]] and [[Crumplezone (Armada)#Built to Rule!|Crumplezone]] build.

: He has realllllly long legs, which, thanks to his very top-heavy build, make it very difficult for him to remain standing upright.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Decepticon/BTRMegatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Built to Rule!'' Megatron at TFU.info]''
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===''Energon''===
[[File:Energontoy megatron.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|Minty fresh mouthwash laser cannons!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron''' (Leader Class, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Tank/cannon, sword, missile
{{toydesigner|[[Eric Siebenaler]] (Hasbro), [[Takashi Kunihiro]] (Takara)|[[Hirofumi Ichikawa]] (detailing)}}

: Released in the second wave of ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)| Energon]]'' Leader-class toys, Megatron transforms into a Cybertronic gunship, with a gear-driven [[Super Mode|Hyper Mode]] that simultaneously unfolds his wing panels and reveals or extends various weapons; the instructions say to activate this feature by pulling on his translucent wingtips, but to avoid bending the plastic it is safer to do it by lifting up his opaque upper wing covers. In robot mode, Megatron greatly resembles [[Galvatron (G1)|Generation 1 Galvatron]], with a pair of large pivoting shoulder cannons. While he features decent articulation, especially compared to the ''Armada'' Ultra toy, he has limited posability due to a top-heavy design and spring-loaded auto-transforming hands and feet.

: Megatron's primary weapon is a large tank, based on his ''Armada'' body, featuring a spring-loaded missile launcher and an out-of-place machine gun sound effect. The tank attaches to Megatron in either of his modes as a cannon, either mounting on his back in jet mode, or clipping to his arm in robot mode. Inserting and then removing the rear of the tank into the scabbard on Megatron's back draws out the sword blade stored there, and the tank can then attach to his arm to allow the Decepticon leader to wield the weapon. The sword's connection point is spring-loaded, so that when the blade is struck against something, it activates a sword-clashing sound effect and a red LED that illuminates the translucent blade. An [[Energon star|energon chip]] can be mounted to the [[Spark crystal|spark crystal]] next to the left shoulder cannon.

: In the United States, this figure was initially only available at [[Walmart]] stores, and saw a wider release shortly after. It was later redecoed to create ''Energon'' Galvatron (see below).

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Decepticon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Energon'' Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Energon-Ultra-Megatron.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|Few megalomaniacs can pull off the "tank as fashion accessory" look.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' (ガルバトロン, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''SD-07'''
:*''Release date'': [[February 26]], 2004
:*''Accessories'': Tank/cannon, sword, missile

: Rather than release the Leader Class ''Energon'' Megatron figure, Takara opted to instead produce a smaller version of "Galvatron", broadly equivalent to the Hasbro Mega Class toys, in the second wave of ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)#Takara Super Link toyline|Super Link]]''. This figure is a down-sized version of the Leader mold, with the same transformation, all the same features, new electronic sounds in the tank, and a lighter, more cartoon-accurate colour scheme. The shoulder cannons, which were pegged to jointed opaque plastic blocks to let them pop off [[For safety reasons|rather than break off]] on the Leader Class toy, have the clear plastic cannons include the joint as a clear c-clip, so take care.

: While initially exclusive to Japan, the figure was later made available in Hasbro markets in a two-pack (see below).

: This mold was also used to make [[Megatron (SG)#Toys|''Shattered Glass'' Megatron]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Decepticon/EMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Ultra-class Energon Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Energontoy black galvatron.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67|thumb|You're even luckier if you own this.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron Black Version''' (ガルバトロンブラックバーション, 2004)}}</ul>
:* ''ID number'': '''SD-07'''
:* ''Accessories'': Tank/cannon, sword, missile

: This redeco of the Mega Class Megatron/Galvatron figure was offered through both a ''[[TV Magazine]]'' prize draw, and live drawings held in Tobu Department Stores. Limited to 50 pieces, it sported a striking new black and red color scheme, with orange translucent parts, and came in the standard toy's packaging, with a sticker denoting it as a special prize.

: Some units have been found without the sticker; unconfirmed reports suggest that these were the versions given away at Tobu stores.

::*''[http://www.luckydrawtransformers.com/toy/gallery/review/black+galvatron/1090/black+galvatron.html More information on Black Galvatron at Lucky Draw Transformers]''

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[[File:Energon Galvatron toy1.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|This repaint brought a tear to the eye of somebody.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' (Leader Class, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''Takara release date'': [[2004]] [[April 28]]
:*''Accessories:'' Tank/cannon, sword, missile
{{toydesigner|[[Eric Siebenaler]] (Hasbro)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging artist)}}

: The third and final Leader Class toy in ''Energon'', released as part of the "Powerlinx Battles" line refresh, Megatron-now-Galvatron was extensively redecoed to resemble [[Generation 1 continuity family|Generation 1]] [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] as much as possible. His predominant color is (naturally) purple, with black plastic and extensive use of metallic silver and metallic red paint for detailing. All translucent plastic was replaced with orange. He retains all of his prior gimmickry.

: These colors were used for the giant Galvatron introduced in "[[Galvatron Terror]]", relatively scaling with the smaller Megatron/Galvatron toys.

: This version of Galvatron was released in Japan as a [[Toys"R"Us]]-[[exclusive]] "[[USA Edition]]" in April of 2004, in Hasbro packaging with Japanese-language stickers for legal information.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/Galvatron/galvatron.htm More information on ''Energon'' Galvatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Energontoy galvatron g.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron General''' (ガルバトロン{{ruby|G|ジェネラル}}, 2005)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''SD-20'''
:*''Release date'': [[2004]] [[September 30]]
:*''Accessories'': Tank/cannon, sword, missile, Energy Blade, [[Energon star]]

: Released in the nineteenth wave of ''Super Link'' toys, Takara's "Galvatron General" is a redeco of their Mega Class Galvatron figure. Like the earlier toy, it features a more cartoon-accurate (if somewhat more garish) color scheme, with a more pinkish shade of purple, yellow translucent parts instead of orange, and a pale blue crown instead of the Hasbro's toy's black.

: It also includes a clear-purple/pink version of [[Cruellock#Toys|Cruellock]]'s "[[Energon weapon#Gallery|Energy Blade]]" weapon, consisting of a small gun and sword which combine to form a larger blade, and a Decepticon [[Energon star]].

::*''[http://www.transformers-universe.com/i.php?ID=1697 More information on ''Superlink'' Galvatron General at Transformers-Universe.com]''

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[[File:Energontoy prime vs megatron.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Powerlinx Optimus Prime / Megatron''' (Multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories:'' Tank/cannon, sword, missile

: Takara's Mega Class Megatron was released in Hasbro markets as part of a [[Toys"R"Us]] exclusive set. The only change made from the Takara original is that the rear landing gear sections are attached by short plastic rods instead of steel pins, likely necessitated by US [[for safety reasons|safety requirements]].

: He came in a two-pack with another previously-Takara-exclusive figure, the Deluxe-class version of ''Energon'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#EnDx|Optimus Prime]] ("SL Grand Convoy" in Japan). This two-pack was the only way of obtaining the two toys outside of Japan without importing.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Decepticon/EMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Ultra-class Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Energontoy unreleased megatron.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron''' (Multi-pack, <s>2004</s>?)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Tank/cannon, sword, missile
{{toydesigner|[[Dan Khanna]] (packaging artist)}}

: A grey, black, and green redeco of the Super ''Energon'' Megatron mold was planned to be released in a set with ''[[Smallest Transforming Transformers]]'' [[Soundwave (G1)/toys#Smallest Transforming Transformers|Soundwave]] as a [[Target]] exclusive, but was ultimately canceled. Artwork for the toy was produced by [[Dan Khanna]] and revealed online by the artist.
{{canceledtoy}}
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===''Cybertron''===
[[File:Cybertrontoy megatron.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|Megatron's Unicron cosplay did not turn out well. (Hasbro version pictured.)]]
[[File:GalaxyForcetoy-MocomToy-MasterMegatron.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|His power is fading! Quick, desaturate him some more! (Mocom Toy version pictured.)]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron''' (Leader, 2004 / 2005)}}</ul>
:*''Takara name'': '''Master Megatron''' (マスターメガトロン)
:*''Takara ID number:'' '''GD-01'''
:*''Takara release date'': [[2004]] [[December 28]]
:*''Accessories:'' 2 missiles, "spinning hand cannon", "Unicron power claws", [[Cyber Key]]
:*''Cyber Key Code'': '''lh7d'''
{{toydesigner|[[Eric Siebenaler]] (Hasbro), [[Takio Ejima]] (Takara)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging artist)}}

: ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' Megatron is a [[Triple Changer]], transforming into either a Cybertronic dragster or jet. Megatron comes with a [[Cyber Key]] of unique design, which fits into a slot above his cockpit canopy to activate a "powering up" noise and a pair of spring-loaded, pop up engines. The engines are on either side in a double-barrelled spring-loaded missile launcher, which makes firing noises and flashes with red LEDs when its missiles are launched.

: His instructions for [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]] omit the final step of folding his calf-guards back behind his aft, leaving them awkwardly hanging out at his sides.

: In robot mode, Megatron's design is partially based upon ''[[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|Armada]]'' [[Unicron/toys#Armada|Unicron's]] design, with very similar shoulders and arms, though the retention of Unicron's trademark orange leads to a rather chaotic color scheme (how appropriate). He features two weapons in this mode, each released by inserting a Cyber Key into the vehicle halves that now sit behind his shoulders. The right opens to reveal a removable, rotating gatling gun weapon made up of his left front car wheel (called the "Death Machine Gun" in Japan), while the left pops loose and unfolds to become his "Unicron power claws", a bladed melee weapon that pegs onto his forearm (called the "Death Claw" in Japan). He sports particularly effective [[light-piping]] in his eyes.

: Megatron can combine with [[Nemesis Breaker#Toys|Nemesis Breaker]] for '''Dark Claw Mode''', giving him a massive clawed arm (nominal position is with Nemesis as his left arm), though his balance in this form is tenuous at best. In a presumable coincidence, the connection sockets are a match for those used by his old ''Armada'' combination partner [[Tidal Wave (Armada)#Toys|Tidal Wave]], so you can attach his arms to this Megatron too.

: The Takara ''Galaxy Force'' "Master Megatron" version of this figure uses lavender on the rubbery parts instead of violet, a paler, more metallic shade of green for all the non-molded green parts, and, strangely, an unpainted robot nose. Unusually for Takara, these differences made it ''less'' show accurate than Hasbro's version, which was released a few months later. The Korean [[Mocom Toy]] release of the ''Galaxy Force'' figure features a painted nose, but keeps the other Takara differences.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Cybertron'' Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Cybertron Legends Megatron.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|Hasbro version on the left, Takara's "EZ Collection" release on the right.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron''' (Legends of Cybertron, 2005)}}</ul>
:*''Takara name'': '''Master Megatron''' (マスターメガトロン)

: "[[Legends Class (2005)|Legends of Cybertron]]" Megatron is a simplified version of the Leader class toy. He can only transform into his car mode and has rather limited articulation, sculpt and paint detail.

: The figure was released in Japan under the "[[EZ Collection]]" banner, in the same packaging as the Hasbro release but with a small card insert featuring the Japanese logo and nomenclature and a Japanese-language legal information sticker slapped on the back, similar to a [[USA Edition]]. As with all the EZ Collection figures, this release features a substantially greater number of [[paint operation]]s that increase Megatron's resemblance to his larger figure.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/LOCMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Legends Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Cybertrontoy ez clear megatron.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''EZ Collection Clear Set''' (Multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>

: A Takara [[exclusive]] multi-pack of "EZ Collection" Megatron, [[Optimus Prime (Armada)#EZClear|Optimus Prime]], and [[Starscream (Armada)#EZClear|Starscream]] recast the figures using primarily clear plastics; in Megatron's case, his grey was replaced with smoky translucent plastic. A mail-away exclusive to ''[[TV Magazine]]'', the set was limited to 3000 pieces.

::*''[http://plasticcrack.net/archives/2007/07/photo-review-takara-galaxy-force-ez-telemag-exclusive-3pack More information on the EZ Collection multi-pack at PlasticCrack.net]

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[[File:Cybertrontoy galvatron.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|Na-na-na-na-na-na-na-na BATMAN!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' (Leader, 2005)}}</ul>
:*''Takara name'': '''Master Galvatron''' (マスターガルバトロン)
:* ''Takara ID number'': '''GD-14'''
:*''Takara release date'': [[2005]] [[August 22]]
:* ''Accessories'': 2 missiles, "spinning hand cannon", "Unicron power claws", Cyber Key
:*''Cyber Key Code'': '''l65x'''
{{toydesigner|[[Eric Siebenaler]] (Hasbro)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging artist)}}

: ''Cybertron'' Galvatron is a silver, red, and black redeco of Leader class ''Cybertron'' Megatron, with a color scheme based upon (ironically) [[Megatron (G1)|Generation 1 Megatron]]. He retains all the features and accessories of the original figure, including the ability to combine with Nemesis Breaker, which is actively called out on his packaging this time (albeit with a picture of the original Megatron toy). Most of Galvatron's silver parts are actually coated with metallic paint instead of being left as bare silver plastic; Japanese hobby magazine articles noted that the ''Galaxy Force'' release of the figure used paint similar to the hard-wearing kind found on cell phones, and while it is unknown for certain if Hasbro's figure used the same type, it seems quite likely.

: Takara's "Master Galvatron" release of the figure replaced Hasbro's metallic gold details with yellow, and packaged the figure in a unique monochrome purplish-blue version of the normal ''Galaxy Force'' packaging.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Decepticon/Galvatron/galvatron.htm More information on ''Cybertron'' Galvatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:GalaxyForce EZ MasterGalvatron.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|SHOW-ACCURATE]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Master Galvatron''' (EZ Collection, 2005)}}</ul>

: [[EZ Collection]] Master Galvatron is a redeco of the earlier Legends/EZ Collection Megatron figure, continuing the Japanese trend of intricate paint jobs on these smaller toys.

: He was available exclusively with the September 2005 issue of ''[[Dengeki Hobby Magazine]]'', and came in a small box designed to replicate the look of the standard ''Galaxy Force'' packaging—but in full color, unlike Takara's release of the larger Galvatron figure, with a picture of the toy instead of an actual packaging window.

: At least some units (in unopened, new condition) got dumped to Hobby Shop dealers in Asia and were sold at a lower price.

::*''[http://tfkenkon.com/collection/act380/ More information on EZ Collection Galvatron at TFKenkon.com]''

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[[File:Cybertrontoy gold galvatron.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67|NOT SHOW-ACCURATE. But all shiny...]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Gold Master Galvatron''' (Leader "lucky draw" prize, 2005)}}</ul>
:* ''Accessories'': 2 missiles, "Death Machine Gun", "Death Claw", Force Chip

: Available as a contest prize in the December 2005 issue of ''[[TV Magazine]]'', this redeco of the Megatron/Galvatron Leader mold renders the Decepticon entirely golden with a mixture of golden plastic and golden [[chrome]] parts. Limited to only fifteen pieces, he came in a plain white version of the normal ''Galaxy Force'' window box packaging.

::*''[https://web.archive.org/web/20160422215138/http://www.luckydrawtransformers.com:80/toy/gallery/review/gold+master+galvatron/1100/gold+master+galvatron.html More information on Gold Master Galvatron at Lucky Draw Transformers]''

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[[File:Cybertron Legends Galvatron.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|FOOL! GALVATRON CAN BE AS SHOW-ACCURATE AS HE WANTS!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' (Legends of Cybertron, 2006)}}</ul>

: While [[TakaraTomy]] were the first to release a Legends-size Galvatron, Hasbro trumped their limited-release magazine exclusive with a mass release of their version of the figure in the main ''Cybertron'' toyline, in the third wave of Legends figures. Released several months after the Japanese version, Hasbro's Galvatron unsurprisingly features paint operations that are both fewer in quantity and lesser in intricacy.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Decepticon/LOCGalvatron/galvatron.htm More information on Legends Galvatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Cybertron Deluxe BeastMegatron.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|This looks familiar... Yesss...]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron''' (Deluxe, 2006)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Missile, Jungle Planet Cyber Key
:*''Cyber Key Code'': '''ds9g'''

: A green redeco of ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars 10th Anniversary|Beast Wars 10th Anniversary]]'' [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Beast Wars 10th Anniversary|Megatron]], this unusual iteration of Megatron transforms into a robotic [[Popular beast alternate modes|''Tyrannosaurus rex'']] in the pseudo-[[technorganic]]-looking style of the other [[Jungle Planet (colony)|Jungle Planet]] toys. His tail hides a spring-loaded missile launcher that is revealed when a Cyber Key is inserted into the (unfortunately-placed) key jack.

: While this mold was first released earlier in 2006 as part of the ''Beast Wars 10th Anniversary'' line and is obviously meant to be ''Beast Wars'' Megatron, it was developed to fit in with ''Cybertron's'' Jungle Planet aesthetic, "in case" the ''Beast Wars'' Anniversary release didn't pan out (according to [[Aaron Archer]]'s statements at [[BotCon 2005]]).

: This mold was also used to make the [[BotCon 2010]] exclusive [[Cindersaur (G1)#Timelines|Cindersaur]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Decepticon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on Jungle Planet Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Cybertrontoy LOCtarget4pack.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Megatron / Soundwave / Jetfire / Optimus Prime''' (Legends of Cybertron multi-pack, 2007)}}</ul>

: This four pack of Legend-class Megatron, [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#LOC1|Optimus Prime]], [[Jetfire (Armada)#LOC|Jetfire]] and [[Soundwave (Cybertron)#Legends|Soundwave]] was exclusive to [[Target]] stores. All of the toys were identical to their individual releases.
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===''Transformers'' (2007)===
[[File:TargetGenerationsLegends.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67|"I have achieved [[continuity]] travel!"]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Generations Legends''' (Multi-pack, 2007)}}</ul>

: A [[Target]] exclusive, this four-pack of Legends Class figures contains two versions of both Optimus Prime and Megatron, namely [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#LOC1|''Cybertron'' Optimus Prime]], [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Legends Class toys|"Movie" Optimus Prime]], ''Cybertron'' Megatron, and [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#Legends Class toys|"Movie" Megatron]].

: All of the toys in the set are identical to their prior individual releases.
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===''Combiner Wars''===
[[File:Armada Megatron Generations Toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Female moose flocked from miles around.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Armada Megatron''' (Leader, 2015)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': 2 pistols (combine to form rifle)
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)}}

: Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]] [[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' [[Size class|Leader Class]] toys, Armada Megatron is a [[retool]] of the ''Generations'' Leader Class [[Megatron (G1)/Generations toys#Combiner Wars|Megatron]] he was released alongside, transforming into a tank of undetermined, possibly-made-up model. In tank mode, his turret can turn a full 180 degrees and also fire spring-loaded [[missile]] from the barrel. He features rubber treads that function realistically, a rarity among ''Transformers'' toys. His two pistols attach to the back of the turret via [[5 mm post]], but in an unadvertised feature, they can also be stored on the underside of his tank mode. As a bonus, he has multiple [[Mini-Con]] "Powerlinx" ports, though none of them trigger any [[gimmick]]s.

: In robot mode, he has a new head featuring red [[light-piping|light-piped]] eyes and "antlers" resembling those of Megatron's original ''Armada'' figure. His tank barrel becomes an arm-mounted weapon, though unfortunately, it tends to impede the use of his elbow [[articulation]]. His pistols can also combine into a single larger rifle.

: He comes packaged with a collector's card featuring his [[package art]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2015/Decepticon/CWArmMegatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Combiner Wars'' Armada Megatron at TFU.info]''
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===''Legends''===
[[File:LegendsArmadaMegatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|right|Am I blue? Am I blue? What are these horns on my head tellin' you?]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Armada Megatron''' (アルマダメガトロン, 2015)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''LG-EX'''
:*''Release date'': [[2015]] [[June 21]]
:*''Acessories'': Missile, 2 pistols (combine to form rifle)

: Available [[exclusive|only]] at the 2015 [[Tokyo Toy Show]], ''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' Armada Megatron is a significantly more show-accurate redeco of the ''Generations'' toy above, with new paint applications simulating the face mask slider switch that was in the middle of the chest of the original ''Armada'' mold. In addition, most of what had been red in the ''Generations'' version is now blue.
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===''Legacy''===
[[File:TF-Legacy-Leader-Class-Armada-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The sequel you've all been waiting for.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Armada Universe Megatron''' (Leader, 2023)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy name'': '''Megatron (Armada Universe)''' (メガトロン (アルマダユニバース))
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-47'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[2023]] [[October 28]]
:*''Accessories'': Tank barrel, antlers
{{toydesigner|[[Sam Smith]] (Hasbro), [[Shogo Hasui]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref>[[April 4]], [[2023]]'s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GL4YRFesAdo Hasbro Pulse Transformers Fanstream] on YouTube, with [[Ben MacCrae]], [[Evan Brooks]], [[Mark Maher]], [[Sam Smith]], [[Shogo Hasui]] and [[Delaney Norris]]</ref>

: Marking the 20th anniversary of the Armada franchise, the second Leader Class figure in ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy: Evolution]]'', "Armada Universe Megatron" is a slightly-stylized and simplified version of his original ''Armada'' design, transforming into a Cybertronic H-tank. His [[Evo-Fusion]] ability replicates the original's Full Blast Mode, dubbed as a "chest-mounted Fusion Cannon" in his product description; his turret hinges outwards, granting it clearance to swivel to his front while the the barrels can be pointed forward. The tank turret is locked from having full rotation, being only able to spin about 255 degrees, though it stops at the diagonal-orientation most-often seen in the show. The static double missile launcher that flips forward for this mode has a swivel joint allowing it to spin on its own. These missiles also only flip to a 90 degree position rather than angling forward, as they seem to have only been designed with Full Blast Mode in mind. Similar to [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Legacy|Laser Optimus Prime]] from the same line, he has restricted arm movement as the shoulder pylons do not rotate, whilst the real arms start beneath the flap.

: The front half of Megatron's tank barrel is detachable and can plug into his folded-in wrists via 5mm peg and port connection, the latter function designed to combine with accessories from the later released [[Tidal Wave (Armada)#Legacy|''Legacy United'' Tidal Wave]] figure to form their combined mode without affecting the latter’s size. Here, the lowered position of the shoulder joints comes into play, as it allows Megatron to still move his arms while combined. (The troop transport component of Tidal Wave would have prevented the pylons from moving and thus made it impossible to move his shoulders.) Sadly, unlike the original figure, he doesn't come with a wrist-knife, although the shape of his left hand resembles that of the original toy. He also doesn't come with [[Leader-1 (Armada)|Leader-1]], nor any means of attaching the original toy's Leader-1, but given that the other ''Armada'' figures in the ''Legacy'' toyline don't come with their respective [[Mini-Con]]s, that's to be expected. His antlers are fully removable, though they have a tendency to detach on their own. Although Megatron lacks all the extra features of his original toy, most of them are recreated via molded detail. The CGI renders on the box depict the molded-in "launch pad" on the right-side forward hull protrusion as being fully painted orange, while all other stock photos and the actual toy color only a portion of it.

: This version of Megatron has raised pentagonal plates with [[tampograph]]ed Decepticon insignias, apparently meant to be a callback to the original toy's sculpted insignias but modified for the sake of ease of manufacture. This is most likely to avoid needing an extra [[paint mask]] specifically for the shoulder insignias.

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[[File:TF-Legacy-United-Core-Energon-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Wait, did you mean the ''other'' [[Energon Universe]]?]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Energon Universe Megatron''' (Core Class, 2024)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy name:'' '''Megatron (Energon Universe)''' (メガトロン (エネルゴンユニバース))
:*''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''TL-60'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date:'' [[2024]] [[April 27]]
:*''Accessories'': Tank/sword, shoulder cannons
{{toydesigner|[[Evan Brooks]] (Hasbro), [[Tomoki Tatsumi]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y8kPFTS6hEM&t=2957s ''Transformers'' panel] with [[Ben MacCrae]], [[Mark Maher]], [[Evan Brooks]], [[Takio Ejima]] and [[Thew Adams]] at [[Hasbro Pulse Con 2023]].</ref>

: Released in the eighth wave of ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' cores, ''Legacy: United'' "Energon Universe" is an updated version of Megatron's ''Energon'' design, transforming into a Cybertronian gunship. He includes a small version of his original arm cannon/tank, obviously without any of the original's features. His shoulder cannons no longer pivot but are removable, allowing him to wield them like traditional blasters.

: Megatron was revealed at PulseCon 2023 with the rest of ''United''{{'}}s first wave, and went up for preorder shortly afterwards.

: Scheduled for release in the first quarter of 2024, Megatron and his assortment arrived at Walmart in Canada in late November 2023.

: ''[https://www.instagram.com/p/C6XDNytOTvw/ Designer commentary from Evan Brooks on'' Legacy ''Energon Universe Megatron]''.

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[[File:TF-Legacy-Armada-Galvatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|What were you expecting? 'Universe Universe' Megazarak?]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Armada Universe Galvatron''' (Leader, 2024)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy name'': '''Galvatron (Armada Universe)''' (ガルバトロン (アルマダユニバース))
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-87'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[2025]] [[February 22]]
:*''Accessories'': Tank barrel
{{toydesigner|[[Sam Smith]] (Hasbro)}}<ref>[[May 14]], [[2024]]'s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOXZGDHebTk Hasbro Pulse | Transformers Fanstream | May 2024] on YouTube, with [[Ben MacCrae]], [[Evan Brooks]] and [[Kelly Rose]].</ref>

: ''Legacy: United'' "Armada Universe Galvatron" is a redeco and minor retool of the above ''Armada'' Megatron figure with a new facial expression. He retains the same Full Blast Mode feature of the Megatron release. He is also capable of combining with [[Tidal Wave (Armada)#Legacy|Armada Universe Tidal Wave]] to form his Super Mode.

: Galvatron's deco is directly based on the anime and Takara version of his original toy and thus lacks the scorch mark effects of the original Hasbro toy. Much like the Megatron figure he is redecoed from, only a portion of the molded-in launch pad is painted, but the CGI renders properly reflect it this time. His antlers are now not removable, having been glued in place so you can't steal them out of his open front packaging.

: This figure was first teased alongside Tidal Wave, being noted in his listing and featured on the back of his box to showcase the combination feature. He was officially announced on the [[May 14]], 2024 Pulse livestream.

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[[File:TF-Legacy-United-Energon-Universe-Galvatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|More time passed between this guy and original Energon Galvatron, than it did between Energon Galvatron and the G1 Galvatron he was supposedly a loving nostalgic homage to.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Energon Universe Galvatron''' (Core Class, 2024)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy name'': '''Galvatron General (Energon Universe)''' (ガルバトロンG (エネルゴンユニバース))
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-81'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[2025]] [[January 25]]
:*''Accessories'': Tank/sword, shoulder cannons
{{toydesigner|[[Evan Brooks]] (Hasbro)}}<ref>[https://www.instagram.com/p/C8IwV0ruuDu/ Design notes] on ''Legacy: United'' Energon Universe Galvatron from [[Hasbro]] designer [[Evan Brooks]] on Instagram</ref>

: Part of the final wave of 2024 ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy: United]]'' Core Class toys, Galvatron is a redeco of the above ''Energon'' Megatron figure, transforming into a Cybertronian jet. His color scheme follows that of the ''Energon'' cartoon, not the original toy release. He comes with all the same accessories as Megatron.

: The figure was first announced on the [[May 14]], 2024 Pulse livestream, and was fully revealed by designer Evan Brooks via his social media account on [[June 12]], as a part of daily product reveals hosted by the Transformers design team, with pre-orders going up on [[June 13]].<ref>{{citesocial|quote=The team will be bringing you reveals each day starting #TransformersTuesday June 11th which will all lead up to pre-orders on Thursday June 13th.|link=https://www.instagram.com/reel/C8Ce_TauWGd/|name=Ben MacCrae, Mark Maher, and Evan Brooks|site=Instagram|year=2024|month=06|day=11}}</ref>

::*''[https://www.instagram.com/p/C8IwV0ruuDu/ Designer commentary from Evan Brooks on ''Legacy: United'' Energon Universe Galvatron on Instagram]''.

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==Notes==
[[File:Concept-ArmadaMegatron.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|Killing you. To death.]]
* A conceptual drawing in the ''[[Legends of the Microns Year Book 2003]]'' showed ''Armada'' Megatron as originally being more weapon-laden and certifiably able to '''kill you to death'''.
* Also in the ''Legends of the Microns Yearbook 2003'', ''Armada'' Megatron's cannon's concept art specifically notes that there is an [[Galvatron (G1)|"'80s Galvatron"]] homage sculpted on the barrel.
* According to [[Aaron Archer]] as ORSON on the now-defunct "Orson's World" forum at [http://www.tfw2005.com TFW2005.com], ''Armada'' Megatron's "antlers" were part of an aborted Mini-Con grabber gimmick. The gimmick didn't make it, but the antlers remained. Despite lacking the accompanying mechanism, they are still hinged and spring loaded.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=yes the horns had a pincher feature that would extend and grab and retract into the tank. but that was a early model and due to safety concerns around pinch points the feature wasn't taken very far. look at the control art on my feed of megatron i think you can see this feature hinted at.|link=https://www.instagram.com/p/ByvOFW7gnlC/c/18007778707220811/r/18045021148131009/|name=Aaron Archer|site=Instagram|year=2019|month=06|day=15}}</ref>
* Also according to Archer, the chin on ''Armada'' Megatron is supposed to look like a pair of fangs to play up the character's evil nature. How well this was actually pulled off in the final sculpt is debatable.
* ''Armada'' Megatron's signature horns, as well as his clawed feet, are a call-back by Aaron Archer to ''[[Beast Wars]]'' [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]]'s [[Transmetal 2]] dragon toy. Which was the first Transformers toy Archer helped design. <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yK5c8GorTY4]</ref>
[[File:Armada megatron toy.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|Mmm... Slanty posing.]]
* The original Hasbro stock photography featured a mis-assembled Megatron toy (seen on the right), with Megatron's feet being flipped with the "grates" from the tops of the feet facing forward.
* ''Armada'' Galvatron's deco is inspired by [[Galvatron (BW)|"Beast Wars" Galvatron]]. <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F5C9CsSApHA]</ref>
* ''Cybertron'' Megatron has a {{w|Batmobile}}-inspired vehicle mode because the then-upcoming [[2005]] release of ''{{w|Batman Begins}}'' meant that [[Batman]] was very much in the zeitgeist, and the designers at Hasbro wanted to capitalise on that. [[Sideways (Armada)#Cybertron|''Cybertron'' Sideways]]'s bat-like jet mode was another example of this.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=The closest we got [to a Batman/Transformers crossover] was more tactical—so like, "oh there's a Batman movie coming out," so the ''Cybertron'' Sideways is very bat-inspired. I think there was another car that we went that way... Megatron obviously Batmobile-inspired. I don't know how direct-tactical that is but if bats are in the zeitgeist, if there's advertisement around bats and stuff, well let's... bat-inspired something. More like that is what we ended up with, but no we never went for a direct crossover.|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fW7bBZgluQQ&t=2169s|name=Aaron Archer|site=''The Toy Armada''|title=Toy Armada Friday night LIVE: ARMADA STARSCREAM|year=2023|month=06|day=02}}</ref>
* ''Cybertron'' Galvatron's tech spec ratings for strength, endurance, and firepower are "unknown." His Cyber Key Code content states he reduced an entire Gigantion city to crystalline dust.
* Additionally, ''Cybertron'' Galvatron's package motto is "I will crush you with my bare hands!", a line used by both the original Megatron and Galvatron in [[The Transformers: The Movie|the 1986 animated film.]]
*An unused concept for a potential [[Botcon]] 2017 figure would've seen a new Megatron based on his ''Energon'' design from ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'' [[Black Shadow (G1)#Titans Return|Black Shadow]] with a [[Leader-1 (Armada)|Leader-1]] [[Titan Master]] partner redecoed from [[Ominus]]. He would've also included a green version of the sword from [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Construct-Bots|''Construct-Bots'' Megatron]].<ref>[https://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/new-images-of-concepts-and-customized-figures-from-fun-pub-at-petes-robot-convention-2017/39073/]</ref>

==References==
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Hashtag (ES)

2026-03-18T08:20:57Z

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{{disambig3|Hashtag}}
:''Hashtag is a [[Terran]] from the [[Transformers: EarthSpark (franchise)|EarthSpark]] [[continuity family]].''

[[File:Hashtag-earthspark-stock.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5|[[Alex Malto|Father]], I cannot click the book.]]

We're going to be talking about '''Hashtag Malto''' today, so make sure to Like, Comment, and Subscribe to our feeds! And now without any further ado, let's dive in. Some people might get on Hashtag's case for compulsively surfing the web and sometimes caring more about it than RL, but you can't deny the level of excitement and engagement she brings to every new method of online communication she finds. The young Terran finds herself granted with not just innate internet-savviness but also borderline technopathy thanks to her [[G.H.O.S.T.]] surveillance van [[alternate mode]]. While perhaps not having the best social tact or attention span, she's nevertheless eager to put her skills and abilities to use when it comes to helping her fellow Terran siblings, even if it come off as a little self-aggrandizing at times.

==Fiction==
===''EarthSpark'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[Stephanie Lemelin]] (English), [[Mamiko Noto]] (Japanese)|[[Gabriela Ortiz]] (Latin American Spanish), [[Laura Martínez García]] (Castilian Spanish), [[Jade Jonot]] (French), [[Karina Fonseca]] (Brazilian Portuguese), [[Serena Sigismondo]] (Italian), [[Magdalena Herman-Urbańska]] (Polish), [[Jenny Maria Meyer]] (German)}}

[[File:Earthspark AOEP2 HashtagSkywarpTale.jpg|thumb|left|300px|They were just roommates!]] Hashtag was first brought to life, at the same as her other siblings [[Jawbreaker (ES)|Jawbreaker]] and [[Nightshade (ES)|Nightshade]], by the Malto siblings of [[Mo Malto| Mo]] and [[Robby Malto| Robby]] via the [[Emberstone]] in the same cave where her other Terran siblings, [[Twitch]] and [[Thrash (ES)|Thrash]] were first created. The otherwise happy moment was interrupted by a cave-in caused by a battle outside of the cave between [[Optimus Prime (ES)|Optimus Prime]] and [[Bumblebee (ES)|Bumblebee]] against the Decepticon Seekers, [[Skywarp (ES)| Skywarp]] and [[Nova Storm (ES)| Nova Storm]]. {{storylink|Age of Evolution, Part 1}} Despite being only a few seconds old, Hashtag and the other new Terrans instinctually came to their new family's safety by shielding them from the collapsing cave rubble.

Emerging from the collapsed cave, she was warmly greeted by the legendary Optimus, who inquired about her and her siblings' names. Stuck at a loss, Robby used his [[Cyber-sleeve]] connection to the new Terrans to inform everyone her name was "Hashtag", leading her to gasp that he was correct as she didn't have the word to describe what it was. Sensing the pain the other Maltos and Terrans felt about learning their [[Dot Malto|mother]] was held captive by someone called [[Mandroid]], Hashtag eagerly volunteered to help them. Infiltrating Mandroid's base with Jawbreaker and Nightshade posing as Decepticons who had captured Optimus, Hashtag put on an over-the-top Australian accent, claiming to be a Decepticon called "Sparkleplug" who used to be Skywarp's roommate in "Bad Guy School". Seeing through their disguise, a battle soon erupted that saw Mandroid's base turn into a walking Mech that took the combined efforts of Malto family and their allies to take down. Following the battle, Hashtag was formally introduced to Dot and welcomed into her family. {{storylink|Age of Evolution, Part 2}}

[[File:Hashtag Hashtagoops.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Run Hashtag.exe]]
Having moved into the Malto farmstead, Hashtag quickly developed more of an interest in using her phone to watch videos on the internet than learning how to be a Transformer. Twitch, eager to be a mentor to her younger sister, brought Hashtag into [[Witwicky (town)|Witwicky]] to help her find an alt-mode but found Hashtag was still more concerned with getting a good Wi-Fi signal. Bartering with Hashtag that if she got an alt-mode they could go back home where there was Wi-Fi, Hashtag scanned the first thing she saw, which turned to out to be a G.H.O.S.T. surveillance van. As a result, Hashtag found herself inadvertently abducted by three G.H.O.S.T. agents who mistook her for their actual van. Taken to their secret mountainside base, Hashtag soon learned her alt-mode granted her the ability to connect to any Wi-Fi point on the planet. With the help of Twitch and Bumblebee, she was able to use these new found abilities to escape G.H.O.S.T.'s base. Back at the Malto family home, she covered for her sister Twitch when asked if the two and Bumblebee had gotten in any trouble. Nightshade soon arrived and introduced everyone to the [[dugout|new base]] they had been working on that would serve as a new living space for the Terrans. Hashtag, for her part, eagerly said she could provide the Wi-Fi. {{storylink|Hashtag: Oops}}

When Jawbreaker was attempting to video interview others asking about how to get an alt-mode, Hashtag eagerly volunteered her services to aide her brother. While well-intentioned, Hashtag's efforts soon became more about trying to turn Jawbreaker's personal quest into an attempt at her "directorial debut". When she brought Jawbreaker to have a [[spark]]-to-spark conversation with Megatron and [[Elita-1 (ES)|Elita-1]] about alt-modes, Jawbreaker finally called her out on her being more concerned with making a movie than his feelings. Following chasing down a rogue [[Arachnamech]] that tried to scurry away with their camera containing highly-sensitive Transformer information, Hashtag apologized to Jawbreaker. Later that night, Jawbreaker surprised Hashtag with a home movie cobbled together from the remains of her footage, as well promising her when he finally decided on an alt-mode she'd be the first to know about it. {{storylink|Outtakes}} Hashtag later, more indirectly, aided in another of her siblings' personal quests when she provided [[Nightshade (ES)|Nightshade]] with the last known address of famed author D.E. O'Neil. which led to Nightshade encountering the Decepticon, [[Tarantulas (ES)|Tarantulas]]. {{storylink|Missed Connection}}

When [[Jon Schloder|Agent Schloder]] arrived at the Malto family farm hot on the trail of finding Bumblebee, Hashtag and Nightshade used the opportunity to show off the new "Emergency Lockdown" protocol they had installed in the Terran base. Sealing up the base whenever a G.H.O.S.T. vehicle (Hashtag excluded) was sighted, it made entry into the dugout virtually impossible. Unfortunately the two hadn't worked out all the kinks yet and after Schloder departed they discovered that instead of keeping the lockdown going for 10 minutes, it was instead set for 10 ''hours''. Stuck in the base, Hashtag and the others were unable to help Bumblebee and Dot in their attempts to evade G.H.OS.T. When Dot and Alex returned later that night and informed them Bee had to go back on the run, Hashtag confronted the devastated Twitch. {{storylink|Security Protocols}} When Hashtag and the Maltos found themselves being terrorized by a mother bear looking for her cub, Hashtag tried to use advice she found online on how to survive a bear attack, with each attempt being less helpful than the last. {{storylink|Bear Necessities}}

[[File:Hashtag MegatronSelfie Warzone.jpg|thumb|left|300px|#timeandplace]]
Hashtag, along with the other Terrans and Malto children, was soon taken by Megatron to [[Spacebridge Memorial Park]] to learn of the history of the Autobot/Decepticon War, though when she attempted to go for a poorly-timed selfie with Megatron she learned that the memorial probably wasn't the best place for that. When the history lesson was interrupted by the returning Shockwave, Hashtag found herself forced into stasis lock by a stray shot from The Immobilizer. Upon Shockwave's defeat, Megatron was able to free her. {{storylink|Warzone}}

When the Terrans were taken by Robby and Mo to their old home city of [[Philadelphia]], Hashtag's initial eagerness at experiencing city-life quickly soured when she encountered anti-Cybertronian sentiment in the city. Dejected, she and Twitch were comforted by Robby to not blame themselves for his own disappointment he had in discovering this about his old home town. Upon being re-united with the rest of her family, Hashtag was surprised to see Bumblebee returning in tow with them, who then recruited his students for their first real mission; recovering the lost Autobot, [[Grimlock (ES)|Grimlock]]. {{storylink|Home, Part 1}}

[[File:HashtagMindControl HomePart2.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Error 404_Hashtag Not Found]]
However, the rescue mission quickly turned into a battle with the returning Mandroid and his latest Arachnamech creation. During the battle, Hashtag discovered her Wi-fi powers went beyond just being to connect to the internet, being able to remotely control any machine that was hooked up to the city's Wi-fi. Using this to take control of the city's trains, she was able to quickly destroy Mandroid's Arachmench army. Seeing Mandroid was still in the vicinity, Hashtag went to apprehend him, only for the scientist to deploy his latest creation on the young Terran; a control badge that was able to make Cybertronians his obedient drones. Before departing, Mandroid ordered the subservient Hashtag to return to him with her Terran siblings either alive or in pieces. While Hashtag's body battled it out with her family, Hashtag's consciousness found herself being mentally tortured by a digital avatar of Mandroid, preying on her fears of being hated by humans and having no real home. Unable to remove her control badge by force, the Maltos were able to free Hashtag from Mandroid's control when they were empowered by a strange energy originating from the same cave where the Terrans were born. Breaking through Mandroid's control through their connected sense of family, Hashtag was comforted by Twitch upon coming to her senses. With the morning approaching, Hashtag and the others raced back to [[Witwicky (town)|Witwicky]] before their parents could wake up. {{storylink|Home, Part 2}}

The kids encountered Grimlock while collecting flowers in the woods and had to flee back to the farm, where they eventually fought the Dinobot into submission. Hashtag was later training in the quarry by punching rocks Elita-1 was throwing when Jawbreaker joined them. When Grimlock lost control again, rampaging through Witwicky, Hashtag joined Elita-1 in trying to reign him in, until Jawbreaker was eventually able to talk him down from his rage. {{storylink|A Stygi Situation}} When Robby's cyber-sleeve manifested a new shield ability, Optimus smuggled the entire Malto family into G.H.O.S.T. HQ to have [[Teletraan I (ES)|Teletraan I]] scan the devices. The kids were later training in the base's rec room when Robby asked Hashtag to raise the difficulty. While she was doing so, Mandroid took control of the system, unleashing a holographic Megatron on them, and though Hashtag was able to shut it down, the fight resulted in Robby's cyber-sleeve becoming inactive and the emotional link between the kids was lost. {{storylink|Disarmed}}

While trying to reactivate the cyber-sleeves with the cave water that the Maltobots were using to energize, the kids stumbled on a cave system through which [[Starscream (ES)|Starscream]], Nova Storm and Skywarp were trying to escape. Things were complicated more when they encountered the energon-feeding [[Dweller (ES)|Dweller]] and when Starscream was separated from the others, Hashtag, sympathetic to his tales of abuse at the hands of Megatron, went to his aid. When a plan to lure the Dweller went wrong, Starscream almost sacrificed himself to give Hashtag the opportunity to get away, but she was able to use the energising power of the cave water to drag the beast to its doom. {{storylink|What Dwells Within}} Robby's cyber-sleeve began affecting his health, and Dot assured the other kids that they'd do all they could to help the boy get better. When the other human members of the Malto family lapsed into unconsciousness, the Maltobots took care of them until they recovered, having had an encounter with Quintus Prime that restored both Robby's health and the cyber-sleeves. {{storylink|Prime Time (episode)|Prime Time}}

When Bumblebee was tasked with infiltrating G.H.O.S.T. HQ, the kids resolved to help their mentor. Hashtag, Jawbreaker and Mo remained at the Dugout to monitor the others as they sneaked into the HQ, though Hashtag was able to remotely operate systems for them. {{storylink|Stowed Away, Stowaways}} The trio rejoined the rest of the family in Witwicky when it turned out they were facing a Mandroid-controlled Shockwave, and managed to take down the Decepticon, shortly before being surrounded by G.H.O.S.T. agents. With a timely intervention by their parents, they were able to escape back to the farm and revive Shockwave, only for Croft to arrive with an army of Ghoids. During the ensuing battle, the Maltos, with the help of the Autobots, overcame the Ghoids, only to face Croft to disabling the Autobots and the arrival of Mandroid, grotesquely enhanced into a new robotic form. {{storylink|The Battle of Witwicky}}

The Malto family attempted to escape from Mandroid and his two [[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticon]] henchmen, but during the flight, a missile resulted in Thrash, Hashtag and Jawbreaker plunging over a waterfall. {{storylink|The Last Hope, Part 1}} The trio survived the fall and successfully tracked down Twitch and Nightshade who'd freed Bumblebee and Schloder from G.H.O.S.T. HQ., helping them overcome a Mandroid-controlled Optimus. As they headed for the spire Mandroid had erected, they encountered more controlled Autobots and Hashtag had to stay behind to battle the Sharkticons with Nightshade and Jawbreaker, allowing Twitch and Thrash to go on ahead, however Mandroid successfully activated his superweapon, putting Hashtag and the other Transformers on Earth into shutdown. Fortunately Mo and Robby were able to reverse the process using their cyber-sleeves to channel the power of Quintus Prime, and the Malto family were reunited. {{storylink|The Last Hope, Part 2}}

During a mission to retrieve a shard of the shattered Emberstone, Hashtag and Thrash pursued Breakdown. The Con tossed the shard into a puddle, resulting in the creation of the Chaos Terran [[Aftermath (ES)|Aftermath]], who injured Hashtag using his tow hook. She was hurt badly enough, she had to spend time hooked up to medical equipment to recover and missed out on the subsequent mission to try to steal the Decepticon embershard hoard. {{storylink|Aftermath (ES episode)|Aftermath}} Hashtag teamed up with Jawbreaker as the family searched the Witwicky surrounding area for loose Embershards. {{storylink|In Ruins}}

Hashtag migrated her systems over to the Autobot mainframe after G.H.O.S.T. was shut down, granting her a virtual assistant named [[V.A.L.]] After Optimus suggested she might want to select a new alternate mode, she was wracked with indecision and pondered many choices while helping clean out the base. The Decepticons were after the hard drives that were being discarded, leading to Hashtag having a run-in with Shockwave and scanning a new pickup truck alternate mode, allowing her to escape Shockwave with the hard drive he was after. {{storylink|Control Alt Delete}} Hashtag joined the family for a trip to pick up more cave water, only to discover Aftermath had swiped it all. {{storylink|Togetherness}}

As part of the [[Polyhex Protocol]], the Malto family took part in an assault course to decide who would go on an Autobot mission. Hashtag was eliminated after the overhead bars collapsed. {{storylink|Spitfire (episode)|Spitfire}} Robby and Hashtag persuaded Optimus to take part in a photoshoot for [[Trucks Illustrated]] and promised to get his trailer nice and clean for the event. Unfortunately their cleaning party was crashed by the Decepticons who ended up thoroughly trashing the trailer in their attempts to get inside. The rest of the kids came to their rescue and Hashtag was able to tow the trailer to the photoshoot in the nick of time. {{storylink|Dude, Where's My Trailer?}}

Hashtag accompanied Mo into the caves beneath Witwicky to help her sibling complete a history report. After braving Dwellers and working their way through the tunnel system, they found the [[Titan (group)|Titan]] [[Terratronus]] and realized Starscream's plan was to take control of her. {{storylink|Witwicky, Part 1}} The pair contacted the rest of the family, but once Starscream completed the Emberstone, the Decepticon leader ejected them from Terratronus's spark chamber and enacted his plan. Hashtag and Thrash were able to get Robby and Mo to a safe location where the two kids used their cyber-sleeves to trap Terratronus and Starscream in a [[Chaos Dome]]. {{storylink|Witwicky, Part 2}}

When Robbie wanted to watch a movie with Izzy, Hashtag asserted that he must watch it on a big screen, leading the family to arrange a movie venue and Hashtag picking out the movie ''[[The Alien Mole Bots Who Ate Philadelphia]]'', though her posting about it on social media meant that much of the town turned out. She accidentally bumped Nightshade's [[hyper-reality film projector]], resulting in the [[Mole Bot]]s emerging from the film and causing havoc while the Terrans tried to round them up. {{storylink|Attack of the Drive-In Movie}} The Malto kids were lured into a trap by Fairmaestro, who had them take part in a series of tests which they failed solely due to Twitch helping everyone else. This resulted in Hashtag, Jawbreaker and Nightshade being trapped as part of a ride until they were able to escape and help Twitch overcome Fairmaestro. {{storylink|The Great Escape}}

Hashtag hacked the controls on the [[Hypershuttle]], allowing the Malto kids to use it to get to an old G.H.O.S.T. base in the [[Arctic]] for some snow fun. Meanwhile, back at base the Autobots were infected with [[Hate Plague]]. The discovery that cold was an effective cure meant Hashtag could remote hack the base's systems and flood it with coolant gas, curing everyone. {{storylink|Fire and Ice}} The family assembled at the Autobot base for a briefing on the Hate Plague. {{storylink|The Truth Is Out There}} When the [[Quintesson]]s arrived in a huge ship, the Autobots and Maltos assembled at the edge of the [[Chaos Dome]] to greet it. The Quintessons destroyed the dome, unleashing a violent storm of chaos energies and the group had to scramble to save Witwicky's citizens from it. {{storylink|Judgment Day, Part 1}} Hashtag took part in a diversionary battle while Mo brought Terratronus back to life, and was subsequently one of the family members who cyber-synced with the Titan, enabling her to destroy the Quintessons. {{storylink|Judgment Day, Part 2}}

==Games==
===''Transformers: EarthSpark - Expedition''===
{{voiceactor|[[Lauren Weisman]] (English)|[[Sietske van Peursem]] (Dutch), [[Marie Nonnenmacher]] (French), [[Marcel Mann]] (German), [[Mary Giugliano]] (Italian), [[Agata Woźnicka]] (Polish), [[Anna Mestre]] (Spanish)}}
{{charfictionstub|{{storylink|Transformers: EarthSpark - Expedition}}}}

==Toys==
===''EarthSpark''===
{{anchor|Tacticon}}
[[File:TF-Earthspark-Tacticon-Hashtag.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Taking "minivan" a little too far.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Terran Hashtag''' (Tacticon Assortment, [[2023]])}}</ul>

: Part of the second wave of Hasbro's ''[[Transformers: EarthSpark (toyline)| EarthSpark]]'' "Tacticon assortment", "Terran Hashtag" is a tiny figure that converts from a tiny G.H.O.S.T. surveillance van into a non-poseable robot with just a single step, activated by inserting your fingertip into the van's back end. Conversion back to van mode needs to be done fully manually, though.

: Yes, the only toy of the largest of the Terrans in her larger alternate mode is in the ''smallest'' size class.

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[[File:TF-EarthSpark-Warrior-Class-Hashtag.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-terran|'''Terran Hashtag''' (Warrior Class, <s>2024</s>)}}</ul>

: From what would've been the sixth wave of Warrior Class figures, "Terran Hashtag" transforms from a robot into her purple pickup truck form in just 10 steps. Her hands are [[5 mm post]] compatible, but she comes with no accessories herself.

: Hashtag features a "Combine & Ride" gimmick similar to the ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' Autobots' "[[Powerlinx]]" gimmick, that allows her to form an upper body to attach to a compatible vehicle mode, or to allow another [[Transformers: EarthSpark (toyline)#Warrior Class|"Combine and Ride" Warrior Class]] figure to attach to the top of her pick-up truck mode. Her combination connectors are also compatible with ''EarthSpark'' [[Transformers: EarthSpark (toyline)#Cyber-Combiners|Cyber-Combiner]] figures.

:Warrior Hashtag and her wave-mate [[Spitfire (ES)#Warrior|Spitfire]] were discovered via store listings in May 2024. Amazon put her up for pre-order in July, but would cancel orders by December.<ref>[https://www.tfw2005.com/boards/threads/earthspark-warrior-hashtag.1262607/page-5#post-22902554 Amazon canceling user's Warrior Hashtag pre-oder, TFW2005.com, 12/01/2024]</ref> Ultimately, both figures never saw release and the Warrior Class was cancelled entirely.
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[[File:TF-EarthSpark-JP-ESD-13-DX-Terran-Hashtag.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-terran|'''DX Terran Hashtag''' (DX Series, [[2024]])}}</ul>
:*''ID Number'': '''ESD-13'''
:*''Release date'': [[July 27]], 2024
:*''Accessories'': Two guns

: Released in the fifth wave of TakaraTomy's ''EarthSpark'' DX Series toys, this release is a [[redeco]] and minor [[retool]]ing of the cancelled Hasbro Warrior Class Hashtag (see above). Aside from her more extensive deco, the "Combine & Ride" gimmick has been removed, leaving a simple plain panel in its place. She now comes with a pair of 5 mm-compatible small pistols which can be stored in robot mode by sliding the sights into the slots on the back (since they're not being used for "Combine and Ride") or attaching to tabs on the sides of the torso, or on the tabs on the sides of the truck bed in either mode. Hashtag's deco is based on her season 1 G.H.O.S.T van body, not her later pickup truck body, most clearly identifiable by the presence of orange lights on the insides of her faux-wheels.

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[[File:Earthsparktoy-DeluxeHashtag.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-terran|'''Terran Hashtag''' (Deluxe Class, [[2025]])}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': blaster, tow hook

: Part of the eighth wave of Hasbro's ''EarthSpark'' Deluxe Class figures, Hashtag converts from a robot to pick-up truck in 14 steps. She includes a small pistol, as well as an pickaxe-like tow hook. The pistol can store on the underside of her truck bed panel in both modes. In robot mode, the tow hook can be wielded as either a pickaxe or a crossbow-like blaster, or can store on her back; in vehicle mode, it can mount on the truck bed or underneath the front bumper.

: The toy's [[:File:EarthsparkDeluxeHashtagStock.jpg|stock photography]] is missing deco on the faux leg-tires which exists on the production toy. Her overall deco is rather inaccurate, most prominent being her bright purple, green wheel rims, and a blue chest section.

: Hashtag and her wave-mate [[Soundwave (ES)#Deluxe|Soundwave]] came in the updated 2025 ''Earthspark'' packaging. As one of the final waves of the ''Earthspark'' toyline as a whole, Hashtag suffered from poor distribution, sold at only a small handful of [[Target]] brick and mortar stores with no avenue of online purchase ''at all'' – not even from [[Hasbro Pulse]]. A small run of her wave would surface at [[Walgreens]] stores in January [[2026]], which didn't last long either.
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==Notes==
* Hashtag was designed by [[Nick Roche]].<ref name = "ES2">{{citesocial|quote=So, as far as I remember... Out of the new ones, I worked on the Bot mode for Breakdown, Bot mode for Grimlock... took passes at Nightshade and Dino Grim, but didn't make it (They're mostly Ciro's?) but Shockwave, Hashtag and Tarantulas started as my 2D designs!|link=https://twitter.com/NickRoche/status/1631974068445388803|site=Twitter|name=Nick Roche|year=2023|month=03|day=4}}</ref>
* An unrealized episode idea listed in the ''EarthSpark'' Series Production Bible would've seen Hashtag posing as a human online, resulting in a dilemma when Hashtag's online friends want to meet up with her in real life.
* The Warrior Class toy was revealed online prior to the second ''EarthSpark'' season, giving fans spoilers as to the character's new mode before the relevant episode aired.

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Hashtag''' (ハッシュタグ ''Hasshutagu'')
*''Hungarian:'' '''Fruska''' ("Filly")
*''Mandarin:'' '''Miàoyǔ''' (妙语, "Punchline")

==References==
{{reflist}}

[[Category:EarthSpark Autobots]]
[[Category:Female Transformers]]
[[Category:Terrans]]

Hashtag (ES)

2026-03-14T00:08:56Z

Boingus: /* EarthSpark */

{{factions|terran|autobot}}
{{disambig3|Hashtag}}
:''Hashtag is a [[Terran]] from the [[Transformers: EarthSpark (franchise)|EarthSpark]] [[continuity family]].''

[[File:Hashtag-earthspark-stock.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5|[[Alex Malto|Father]], I cannot click the book.]]

We're going to be talking about '''Hashtag Malto''' today, so make sure to Like, Comment, and Subscribe to our feeds! And now without any further ado, let's dive in. Some people might get on Hashtag's case for compulsively surfing the web and sometimes caring more about it than RL, but you can't deny the level of excitement and engagement she brings to every new method of online communication she finds. The young Terran finds herself granted with not just innate internet-savviness but also borderline technopathy thanks to her [[G.H.O.S.T.]] surveillance van [[alternate mode]]. While perhaps not having the best social tact or attention span, she's nevertheless eager to put her skills and abilities to use when it comes to helping her fellow Terran siblings, even if it come off as a little self-aggrandizing at times.

==Fiction==
===''EarthSpark'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[Stephanie Lemelin]] (English), [[Mamiko Noto]] (Japanese)|[[Gabriela Ortiz]] (Latin American Spanish), [[Laura Martínez García]] (Castilian Spanish), [[Jade Jonot]] (French), [[Karina Fonseca]] (Brazilian Portuguese), [[Serena Sigismondo]] (Italian), [[Magdalena Herman-Urbańska]] (Polish), [[Jenny Maria Meyer]] (German)}}

[[File:Earthspark AOEP2 HashtagSkywarpTale.jpg|thumb|left|300px|They were just roommates!]] Hashtag was first brought to life, at the same as her other siblings [[Jawbreaker (ES)|Jawbreaker]] and [[Nightshade (ES)|Nightshade]], by the Malto siblings of [[Mo Malto| Mo]] and [[Robby Malto| Robby]] via the [[Emberstone]] in the same cave where her other Terran siblings, [[Twitch]] and [[Thrash (ES)|Thrash]] were first created. The otherwise happy moment was interrupted by a cave-in caused by a battle outside of the cave between [[Optimus Prime (ES)|Optimus Prime]] and [[Bumblebee (ES)|Bumblebee]] against the Decepticon Seekers, [[Skywarp (ES)| Skywarp]] and [[Nova Storm (ES)| Nova Storm]]. {{storylink|Age of Evolution, Part 1}} Despite being only a few seconds old, Hashtag and the other new Terrans instinctually came to their new family's safety by shielding them from the collapsing cave rubble.

Emerging from the collapsed cave, she was warmly greeted by the legendary Optimus, who inquired about her and her siblings' names. Stuck at a loss, Robby used his [[Cyber-sleeve]] connection to the new Terrans to inform everyone her name was "Hashtag", leading her to gasp that he was correct as she didn't have the word to describe what it was. Sensing the pain the other Maltos and Terrans felt about learning their [[Dot Malto|mother]] was held captive by someone called [[Mandroid]], Hashtag eagerly volunteered to help them. Infiltrating Mandroid's base with Jawbreaker and Nightshade posing as Decepticons who had captured Optimus, Hashtag put on an over-the-top Australian accent, claiming to be a Decepticon called "Sparkleplug" who used to be Skywarp's roommate in "Bad Guy School". Seeing through their disguise, a battle soon erupted that saw Mandroid's base turn into a walking Mech that took the combined efforts of Malto family and their allies to take down. Following the battle, Hashtag was formally introduced to Dot and welcomed into her family. {{storylink|Age of Evolution, Part 2}}

[[File:Hashtag Hashtagoops.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Run Hashtag.exe]]
Having moved into the Malto farmstead, Hashtag quickly developed more of an interest in using her phone to watch videos on the internet than learning how to be a Transformer. Twitch, eager to be a mentor to her younger sister, brought Hashtag into [[Witwicky (town)|Witwicky]] to help her find an alt-mode but found Hashtag was still more concerned with getting a good Wi-Fi signal. Bartering with Hashtag that if she got an alt-mode they could go back home where there was Wi-Fi, Hashtag scanned the first thing she saw, which turned to out to be a G.H.O.S.T. surveillance van. As a result, Hashtag found herself inadvertently abducted by three G.H.O.S.T. agents who mistook her for their actual van. Taken to their secret mountainside base, Hashtag soon learned her alt-mode granted her the ability to connect to any Wi-Fi point on the planet. With the help of Twitch and Bumblebee, she was able to use these new found abilities to escape G.H.O.S.T.'s base. Back at the Malto family home, she covered for her sister Twitch when asked if the two and Bumblebee had gotten in any trouble. Nightshade soon arrived and introduced everyone to the [[dugout|new base]] they had been working on that would serve as a new living space for the Terrans. Hashtag, for her part, eagerly said she could provide the Wi-Fi. {{storylink|Hashtag: Oops}}

When Jawbreaker was attempting to video interview others asking about how to get an alt-mode, Hashtag eagerly volunteered her services to aide her brother. While well-intentioned, Hashtag's efforts soon became more about trying to turn Jawbreaker's personal quest into an attempt at her "directorial debut". When she brought Jawbreaker to have a [[spark]]-to-spark conversation with Megatron and [[Elita-1 (ES)|Elita-1]] about alt-modes, Jawbreaker finally called her out on her being more concerned with making a movie than his feelings. Following chasing down a rogue [[Arachnamech]] that tried to scurry away with their camera containing highly-sensitive Transformer information, Hashtag apologized to Jawbreaker. Later that night, Jawbreaker surprised Hashtag with a home movie cobbled together from the remains of her footage, as well promising her when he finally decided on an alt-mode she'd be the first to know about it. {{storylink|Outtakes}} Hashtag later, more indirectly, aided in another of her siblings' personal quests when she provided [[Nightshade (ES)|Nightshade]] with the last known address of famed author D.E. O'Neil. which led to Nightshade encountering the Decepticon, [[Tarantulas (ES)|Tarantulas]]. {{storylink|Missed Connection}}

When [[Jon Schloder|Agent Schloder]] arrived at the Malto family farm hot on the trail of finding Bumblebee, Hashtag and Nightshade used the opportunity to show off the new "Emergency Lockdown" protocol they had installed in the Terran base. Sealing up the base whenever a G.H.O.S.T. vehicle (Hashtag excluded) was sighted, it made entry into the dugout virtually impossible. Unfortunately the two hadn't worked out all the kinks yet and after Schloder departed they discovered that instead of keeping the lockdown going for 10 minutes, it was instead set for 10 ''hours''. Stuck in the base, Hashtag and the others were unable to help Bumblebee and Dot in their attempts to evade G.H.OS.T. When Dot and Alex returned later that night and informed them Bee had to go back on the run, Hashtag confronted the devastated Twitch. {{storylink|Security Protocols}} When Hashtag and the Maltos found themselves being terrorized by a mother bear looking for her cub, Hashtag tried to use advice she found online on how to survive a bear attack, with each attempt being less helpful than the last. {{storylink|Bear Necessities}}

[[File:Hashtag MegatronSelfie Warzone.jpg|thumb|left|300px|#timeandplace]]
Hashtag, along with the other Terrans and Malto children, was soon taken by Megatron to [[Spacebridge Memorial Park]] to learn of the history of the Autobot/Decepticon War, though when she attempted to go for a poorly-timed selfie with Megatron she learned that the memorial probably wasn't the best place for that. When the history lesson was interrupted by the returning Shockwave, Hashtag found herself forced into stasis lock by a stray shot from The Immobilizer. Upon Shockwave's defeat, Megatron was able to free her. {{storylink|Warzone}}

When the Terrans were taken by Robby and Mo to their old home city of [[Philadelphia]], Hashtag's initial eagerness at experiencing city-life quickly soured when she encountered anti-Cybertronian sentiment in the city. Dejected, she and Twitch were comforted by Robby to not blame themselves for his own disappointment he had in discovering this about his old home town. Upon being re-united with the rest of her family, Hashtag was surprised to see Bumblebee returning in tow with them, who then recruited his students for their first real mission; recovering the lost Autobot, [[Grimlock (ES)|Grimlock]]. {{storylink|Home, Part 1}}

[[File:HashtagMindControl HomePart2.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Error 404_Hashtag Not Found]]
However, the rescue mission quickly turned into a battle with the returning Mandroid and his latest Arachnamech creation. During the battle, Hashtag discovered her Wi-fi powers went beyond just being to connect to the internet, being able to remotely control any machine that was hooked up to the city's Wi-fi. Using this to take control of the city's trains, she was able to quickly destroy Mandroid's Arachmench army. Seeing Mandroid was still in the vicinity, Hashtag went to apprehend him, only for the scientist to deploy his latest creation on the young Terran; a control badge that was able to make Cybertronians his obedient drones. Before departing, Mandroid ordered the subservient Hashtag to return to him with her Terran siblings either alive or in pieces. While Hashtag's body battled it out with her family, Hashtag's consciousness found herself being mentally tortured by a digital avatar of Mandroid, preying on her fears of being hated by humans and having no real home. Unable to remove her control badge by force, the Maltos were able to free Hashtag from Mandroid's control when they were empowered by a strange energy originating from the same cave where the Terrans were born. Breaking through Mandroid's control through their connected sense of family, Hashtag was comforted by Twitch upon coming to her senses. With the morning approaching, Hashtag and the others raced back to [[Witwicky (town)|Witwicky]] before their parents could wake up. {{storylink|Home, Part 2}}

The kids encountered Grimlock while collecting flowers in the woods and had to flee back to the farm, where they eventually fought the Dinobot into submission. Hashtag was later training in the quarry by punching rocks Elita-1 was throwing when Jawbreaker joined them. When Grimlock lost control again, rampaging through Witwicky, Hashtag joined Elita-1 in trying to reign him in, until Jawbreaker was eventually able to talk him down from his rage. {{storylink|A Stygi Situation}} When Robby's cyber-sleeve manifested a new shield ability, Optimus smuggled the entire Malto family into G.H.O.S.T. HQ to have [[Teletraan I (ES)|Teletraan I]] scan the devices. The kids were later training in the base's rec room when Robby asked Hashtag to raise the difficulty. While she was doing so, Mandroid took control of the system, unleashing a holographic Megatron on them, and though Hashtag was able to shut it down, the fight resulted in Robby's cyber-sleeve becoming inactive and the emotional link between the kids was lost. {{storylink|Disarmed}}

While trying to reactivate the cyber-sleeves with the cave water that the Maltobots were using to energize, the kids stumbled on a cave system through which [[Starscream (ES)|Starscream]], Nova Storm and Skywarp were trying to escape. Things were complicated more when they encountered the energon-feeding [[Dweller (ES)|Dweller]] and when Starscream was separated from the others, Hashtag, sympathetic to his tales of abuse at the hands of Megatron, went to his aid. When a plan to lure the Dweller went wrong, Starscream almost sacrificed himself to give Hashtag the opportunity to get away, but she was able to use the energising power of the cave water to drag the beast to its doom. {{storylink|What Dwells Within}} Robby's cyber-sleeve began affecting his health, and Dot assured the other kids that they'd do all they could to help the boy get better. When the other human members of the Malto family lapsed into unconsciousness, the Maltobots took care of them until they recovered, having had an encounter with Quintus Prime that restored both Robby's health and the cyber-sleeves. {{storylink|Prime Time (episode)|Prime Time}}

When Bumblebee was tasked with infiltrating G.H.O.S.T. HQ, the kids resolved to help their mentor. Hashtag, Jawbreaker and Mo remained at the Dugout to monitor the others as they sneaked into the HQ, though Hashtag was able to remotely operate systems for them. {{storylink|Stowed Away, Stowaways}} The trio rejoined the rest of the family in Witwicky when it turned out they were facing a Mandroid-controlled Shockwave, and managed to take down the Decepticon, shortly before being surrounded by G.H.O.S.T. agents. With a timely intervention by their parents, they were able to escape back to the farm and revive Shockwave, only for Croft to arrive with an army of Ghoids. During the ensuing battle, the Maltos, with the help of the Autobots, overcame the Ghoids, only to face Croft to disabling the Autobots and the arrival of Mandroid, grotesquely enhanced into a new robotic form. {{storylink|The Battle of Witwicky}}

The Malto family attempted to escape from Mandroid and his two [[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticon]] henchmen, but during the flight, a missile resulted in Thrash, Hashtag and Jawbreaker plunging over a waterfall. {{storylink|The Last Hope, Part 1}} The trio survived the fall and successfully tracked down Twitch and Nightshade who'd freed Bumblebee and Schloder from G.H.O.S.T. HQ., helping them overcome a Mandroid-controlled Optimus. As they headed for the spire Mandroid had erected, they encountered more controlled Autobots and Hashtag had to stay behind to battle the Sharkticons with Nightshade and Jawbreaker, allowing Twitch and Thrash to go on ahead, however Mandroid successfully activated his superweapon, putting Hashtag and the other Transformers on Earth into shutdown. Fortunately Mo and Robby were able to reverse the process using their cyber-sleeves to channel the power of Quintus Prime, and the Malto family were reunited. {{storylink|The Last Hope, Part 2}}

During a mission to retrieve a shard of the shattered Emberstone, Hashtag and Thrash pursued Breakdown. The Con tossed the shard into a puddle, resulting in the creation of the Chaos Terran [[Aftermath (ES)|Aftermath]], who injured Hashtag using his tow hook. She was hurt badly enough, she had to spend time hooked up to medical equipment to recover and missed out on the subsequent mission to try to steal the Decepticon embershard hoard. {{storylink|Aftermath (ES episode)|Aftermath}} Hashtag teamed up with Jawbreaker as the family searched the Witwicky surrounding area for loose Embershards. {{storylink|In Ruins}}

Hashtag migrated her systems over to the Autobot mainframe after G.H.O.S.T. was shut down, granting her a virtual assistant named [[V.A.L.]] After Optimus suggested she might want to select a new alternate mode, she was wracked with indecision and pondered many choices while helping clean out the base. The Decepticons were after the hard drives that were being discarded, leading to Hashtag having a run-in with Shockwave and scanning a new pickup truck alternate mode, allowing her to escape Shockwave with the hard drive he was after. {{storylink|Control Alt Delete}} Hashtag joined the family for a trip to pick up more cave water, only to discover Aftermath had swiped it all. {{storylink|Togetherness}}

As part of the [[Polyhex Protocol]], the Malto family took part in an assault course to decide who would go on an Autobot mission. Hashtag was eliminated after the overhead bars collapsed. {{storylink|Spitfire (episode)|Spitfire}} Robby and Hashtag persuaded Optimus to take part in a photoshoot for [[Trucks Illustrated]] and promised to get his trailer nice and clean for the event. Unfortunately their cleaning party was crashed by the Decepticons who ended up thoroughly trashing the trailer in their attempts to get inside. The rest of the kids came to their rescue and Hashtag was able to tow the trailer to the photoshoot in the nick of time. {{storylink|Dude, Where's My Trailer?}}

Hashtag accompanied Mo into the caves beneath Witwicky to help her sibling complete a history report. After braving Dwellers and working their way through the tunnel system, they found the [[Titan (group)|Titan]] [[Terratronus]] and realized Starscream's plan was to take control of her. {{storylink|Witwicky, Part 1}} The pair contacted the rest of the family, but once Starscream completed the Emberstone, the Decepticon leader ejected them from Terratronus's spark chamber and enacted his plan. Hashtag and Thrash were able to get Robby and Mo to a safe location where the two kids used their cyber-sleeves to trap Terratronus and Starscream in a [[Chaos Dome]]. {{storylink|Witwicky, Part 2}}

When Robbie wanted to watch a movie with Izzy, Hashtag asserted that he must watch it on a big screen, leading the family to arrange a movie venue and Hashtag picking out the movie ''[[The Alien Mole Bots Who Ate Philadelphia]]'', though her posting about it on social media meant that much of the town turned out. She accidentally bumped Nightshade's [[hyper-reality film projector]], resulting in the [[Mole Bot]]s emerging from the film and causing havoc while the Terrans tried to round them up. {{storylink|Attack of the Drive-In Movie}} The Malto kids were lured into a trap by Fairmaestro, who had them take part in a series of tests which they failed solely due to Twitch helping everyone else. This resulted in Hashtag, Jawbreaker and Nightshade being trapped as part of a ride until they were able to escape and help Twitch overcome Fairmaestro. {{storylink|The Great Escape}}

Hashtag hacked the controls on the [[Hypershuttle]], allowing the Malto kids to use it to get to an old G.H.O.S.T. base in the [[Arctic]] for some snow fun. Meanwhile, back at base the Autobots were infected with [[Hate Plague]]. The discovery that cold was an effective cure meant Hashtag could remote hack the base's systems and flood it with coolant gas, curing everyone. {{storylink|Fire and Ice}} The family assembled at the Autobot base for a briefing on the Hate Plague. {{storylink|The Truth Is Out There}} When the [[Quintesson]]s arrived in a huge ship, the Autobots and Maltos assembled at the edge of the [[Chaos Dome]] to greet it. The Quintessons destroyed the dome, unleashing a violent storm of chaos energies and the group had to scramble to save Witwicky's citizens from it. {{storylink|Judgment Day, Part 1}} Hashtag took part in a diversionary battle while Mo brought Terratronus back to life, and was subsequently one of the family members who cyber-synced with the Titan, enabling her to destroy the Quintessons. {{storylink|Judgment Day, Part 2}}

==Games==
===''Transformers: EarthSpark - Expedition''===
{{voiceactor|[[Lauren Weisman]] (English)|[[Sietske van Peursem]] (Dutch), [[Marie Nonnenmacher]] (French), [[Marcel Mann]] (German), [[Mary Giugliano]] (Italian), [[Agata Woźnicka]] (Polish), [[Anna Mestre]] (Spanish)}}
{{charfictionstub|{{storylink|Transformers: EarthSpark - Expedition}}}}

==Toys==
===''EarthSpark''===
{{anchor|Tacticon}}
[[File:TF-Earthspark-Tacticon-Hashtag.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Terran Hashtag''' (Tacticon Assortment, [[2023]])}}</ul>

: Part of the second wave of Hasbro's ''[[Transformers: EarthSpark (toyline)| EarthSpark]]'' "Tacticon assortment", "Terran Hashtag" is a tiny figure that converts from a tiny G.H.O.S.T. surveillance van into a non-poseable robot with just a single step, activated by inserting your fingertip into the van's back end. Conversion back to van mode needs to be done fully manually, though.

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[[File:TF-EarthSpark-JP-ESD-13-DX-Terran-Hashtag.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-terran|'''DX Terran Hashtag''' (DX Series, [[2024]])}}</ul>
:*''ID Number'': '''ESD-13'''
:*''Release date'': [[July 27]], 2024
:*''Accessories'': Two guns

: Released in the fifth wave of TakaraTomy's ''EarthSpark'' DX Series toys, this release is a [[redeco]] and minor [[retool]]ing of the cancelled Hasbro Warrior Class Hashtag (see below). Aside from her more extensive deco, the "Combine & Ride" gimmick has been removed, leaving a simple plain panel in its place. She now comes with a pair of 5 mm-compatible small pistols which can be stored in robot mode by sliding the sights into the slots on the back (since they're not being used for "Combine and Ride") or attaching to tabs on the sides of the torso, or on the tabs on the sides of the truck bed in either mode. Hashtag's deco is based on her season 1 G.H.O.S.T van body, not her later pickup truck body, most clearly identifiable by the presence of orange lights on the insides of her faux-wheels.

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[[File:Earthsparktoy-DeluxeHashtag.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-terran|'''Terran Hashtag''' (Deluxe, 2025)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Pistol, tow hook

: Part of the seventh wave of Hasbro's ''[[Transformers: EarthSpark (toyline)|EarthSpark]]'' Deluxe Class figures, Hashtag converts from a robot to pick-up truck in 14 steps. She includes a small pistol, as well as an axe-like tow hook. The pistol can store on a panel beneath her truck truck bed in either mode. In robot mode, the tow hook can be wielded as either an axe or a crossbow-type blaster, or can store on her arm or back; in vehicle mode, it can mount on the truck bed or underneath the front bumper. The [[:File:EarthsparkDeluxeHashtagStock.jpg|stock photography]] is missing deco on the faux-leg-tires which exists on the production toy.

:Hashtag and her wave-mate [[Soundwave (ES)#Deluxe|Soundwave]] came in the updated 2025 ''Earthspark'' packaging.

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[[File:TF-EarthSpark-Warrior-Class-Hashtag.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-terran|'''Terran Hashtag''' (Warrior Class, [[2025]])}}</ul>

: What could've been part of the sixth wave of Warrior Class figures, "Terran Hashtag" transforms from a purple pickup truck of probably-made-up model to a robot in just 10 steps. Her hands are [[5 mm post]] compatible, but she comes with no accessories herself.

: Hashtag features a "Combine & Ride" gimmick similar to the ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' Autobots' "[[Powerlinx]]" gimmick, that allows her to form an upper body to attach to a compatible vehicle mode, or to allow another "Combine & Ride" Warrior Class figure to attach to the top of her pick-up truck mode. Her combination connectors are also compatible with ''EarthSpark'' Cyber Combiner figures.
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==Notes==
* Hashtag was designed by [[Nick Roche]].<ref name = "ES2">{{citesocial|quote=So, as far as I remember... Out of the new ones, I worked on the Bot mode for Breakdown, Bot mode for Grimlock... took passes at Nightshade and Dino Grim, but didn't make it (They're mostly Ciro's?) but Shockwave, Hashtag and Tarantulas started as my 2D designs!|link=https://twitter.com/NickRoche/status/1631974068445388803|site=Twitter|name=Nick Roche|year=2023|month=03|day=4}}</ref>
* An unrealized episode idea from the ''Earthspark'' Series Production Bible would've seen Hashtag posing as a human online, resulting in a dilemma when Hashtag's online friends want to meet up with her in real life.
* The Deluxe toy was revealed online prior to the final Earthspark season, giving fans spoilers as to the character's new mode before the relevant episode aired.

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Hashtag''' (ハッシュタグ ''Hasshutagu'')
*''Hungarian:'' '''Fruska''' ("Filly")
*''Mandarin:'' '''Miàoyǔ''' (妙语, "Punchline")

==References==
{{reflist}}

[[Category:EarthSpark Autobots]]
[[Category:Female Transformers]]
[[Category:Terrans]]

Unicron/toys

2026-03-13T07:37:46Z

Boingus: /* ReAction */ i have both, theyre the same

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'''[[Unicron]]''' has managed to amass a [[star system]] of toys and merchandise, and then some.

==Toys==
===''The Transformers''===
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[[File:G1toy-UnicronprotoTakara.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|He's green with evil!]]
*'''Unicron''' ([[TakaraTomy|Takara]])
{{toydesigner|[[Hiroyuki Hataike]] (concept artist)}}

:An unproduced toy for Unicron was to have been released in [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation 1]]. The first [[prototype]] of the toy was developed by Takara and was a green and yellow robot that was to come with a base that set up a "planetary system" with Unicron and a moon culled from movie preproduction materials that turned into a laser gun. When transformed to robot mode, Unicron would have a light and sound gimmick that would activate when shot by an infra-red ray from the gun. So far, this version of the toy has been shown only through Takara print materials.

:The placement of yellow is identical to the early animation [[character model]] of Unicron which labels him "[[:File:Model-TheEntity.jpg|The Entity]]". Like that early animation model, the planetary ring is located in front of his "maw" as a result of the positioning of the toy's stand. Additionally, he appears to sport a Decepticon [[rubsign]]. Assuming the rubsign is the same size as every other one, this version of Unicron is considerably smaller than the later prototype.

:At a company presentation, Takara designer [[Kōjin Ōno]] was informed that the Unicron toy was to be made at a larger size, presumably in order to serve as a more appropriate representation of the character's fictional scale. This resulted in the production of a subsequent prototype toy (see below).<ref>[https://news.tfw2005.com/2011/11/07/koujin-oono-interview-on-generation-1-unicron-173702 Koujin Oono (sic) Interview on Generation 1 Unicron]</ref>
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[[File:G1toy-UnicronprotoHasbro.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|Look out! The [[CBS]] logo is on a murderous rampage!]]
*'''Unicron''' ([[Hasbro]]/Takara)

:A larger version of the Unicron prototype design was developed by Takara in closer collaboration with Hasbro and was a blue and yellow robot, possessing different [[paint operation]]s and molding to the earlier prototype, about one foot tall and was able to transform into a planet. In comparison to the earlier version, the color scheme of this later prototype is closer to the animation model's finalized colors. Furthermore, the planetary ring's location was rotated 90 degrees, similarly matching later revisions to Unicron's planet mode animation design which moved the ring away from the maw.

[[File:ProtoCron.jpg|left|thumb|For a time I considered sparing your wretched little botanical garden]]
:Omitted from the original prototype was the moon/laser gun, but the new larger design was to have come with a voice chip and a "planet microphone" to allow owners to speak through the toy. Sound samples of lines read by [[Orson Welles]] were also to be used in the toy. According to the "Special Data Book" included with the promotional ''[[The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix]]'' videotape, Orson Welles recorded a total of ten lines for use in the toy, although only six were used in the prototype model. It also would have had a gun that became a stand for the planet mode and a blue "shield" that unfolded and covered the yellow part of his chest in planet mode. It bears an uncanny physical resemblance to Mr. Welles.

[[File:UnicronPatentShieldGun.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|Peekaboo! I eat you!]]
:This figure had a public "debut" of sorts at [[BotCon 1996]], where it was mistransformed, but later convention appearances would feature it accurately transformed.

:After not being shown for several years, the prototype resurfaced in the summer of 2020 on display (and once again mistransformed) at the Heritage Museums & Gardens in Sandwich, Massachusetts as part of their "Let's Play! New England Toy Stories" exhibit featuring the history of New England toy manufacturers.<ref>https://www.capenews.net/arts_and_entertainment/let-s-play-will-celebrate-toys-and-local-toy-manufacturers/article_4ac47415-e615-5d1e-a39c-d270b7c89db2.html Article describing the exhibit, in which an assistant curator mentions "Hasbro prototype from the 1990's," presumably in reference to Unicron</ref>

:According to the fansite Transformers on the Shelf (no longer online), Unicron's toy was scrapped because of cost concerns, flimsy arms, and a faulty voice chip.

:Though the prototype had the tallest robot mode at the time of its planned release, it was ultimately shorter than [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]].
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===''Beast Wars''===
[[File:BWII toy - Galvatron.jpg|right|upright=2.2|thumb|PINK AND PURPLE AND PINK AND PURPLE AND PINK AND PURPLE AND PINK AND PURPLE]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-p1|'''Galvatron''' ([[May 21]], [[1998]])}}</ul>
:*''ID number:'' '''D-16'''
:*''Accessories:'' 2 "Galva Axe" missiles, "Scissor Hand" claw/wing-section
{{toydesigner|[[Hisashi Yuki]] (Takara)}}

{{note|Beast Wars II [[Galvatron (BW)|Galvatron]] was [[repurposing|repurposed]] as Unicron's "energy" form in the ''[[Super Lifeform Transformers: Beast Wars Neo (cartoon)|Beast Wars Neo]]'' cartoon.}}

:Released in the fourth wave of ''Beast Wars II'' products in the [[Japan]]ese ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#BWII|Beast Wars]]'' toyline, Galvatron is an Ultra-sized [[Triple Changer]], transforming from robot to mechanical [[dragon]] to drill tank. As the only totally unique Predacon mold created for the ''Beast Wars II'' toyline, Galvatron is also the only figure from the series with both vehicle and animal forms (well, at the same time). In drill tank mode, a black plunger protruding from the top of his cockpit can be pressed, spinning his drill as part of his "Drill Destroyer" attack. The tread-sections also feature his non-firing "Galvatling Cannons", which end up in his knees in both dragon and [[robot mode]]. Also in this mode, triggers on either side of his tail fire his "Galva Axes" as spring-loaded missiles. In dragon mode, a slider on his back allows for his wings to move in a flapping action. His wings can also split open into their "Scissor Hand" claw-pincer configurations, much like they do in the cartoon.

:In robot mode, Galvatron's Galva Axes can be held in his hands as melee weapons or fired from their launchers that are now located on his forearms. His Scissor Hand weapon can also be removed in this mode and used as a hand-held weapon. Galvatron's chest also houses has a yellow marble to represent his "[[Galva-Matrix]]".

: [[Sonokong]] also released this figure in their ''Beast-War'' toyline as "Garba Tron" (also known as "Galvatron"). Aside from the difference in packaging, the [[South Korea|Korea]]n release of the figure is identical to the [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] releases. In place of the bio cards of the Takara releases, Garba Tron comes with two "[[rock paper scissors]]" cards. One has an image [[:File:D-16 Garba Tron Sonokong.jpeg|reflecting the one on the box]], with scissors and the number one die roll, and the other with rock and the number five die roll, with a super computer or building in the background.

: ''Beast-War'' Galba Tron was later reissued in the Korean ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)#Car Bot|Car Bot]]'' toyline, reassigned as a [[Predacon (BW)#2001 Robots in Disguise continuity family|Destronger]] and renamed [[Megatron (RID)#Gigatron Z|Gigatron Z]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1998/Destron/Galvatron/galvatron.htm More information on Galvatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BWNeo-Unicron.jpg|upright=1.4|thumb|A robot with a hemisphere on his back.]]
*'''Unicron''' (Takara)
{{toydesigner|[[Hisashi Yuki]] (Takara), [[Masakatsu Saito]] (concept artist)}}

:Takara tried again to produce a Unicron toy during ''[[Super Lifeform Transformers: Beast Wars Neo (franchise)|Beast Wars Neo]]'' (as the character figured prominently to the endings of both the cartoon and comic), only going as far as the resin prototype stage before canceling it. It was said to be around the size of [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#OptimalOptimus|"Optimal Optimus"]] and had several gimmicks, such as an opening robot mouth when the horns were squeezed, and a claw and a drill that were stored in the planet "shell" in robot mode. The toy would also have had planetary ring segments, not shown in the photo at right; unlike most representations of Unicron, these ring segments ran along his equator, and were only partial so his planetary mouth was not obstructed. One hard copy was shown at the [[Tokyo Toy Show]]. Fans attempted to lobby for an unassembled, unpainted, and likely one-color "garage kit" version of the toy, but this never came to be… probably because the cost per unit would have been several hundred dollars.

:Interestingly enough, neither the cartoon nor comic version of ''Neo'' Unicron looked like the toy. This toy was later used to represent [[Dark Nova]]'s "Unicron Neo" form in the [[Transformers Legends (comic)|''Legends'' comic]].
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===''Armada''===
[[File:Unicrontoyarmada.jpg|upright=2.2|thumb|And the fandom rejoiced (and complained).]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-unimc|'''Unicron with Mini-Con Dead End''' (Supreme Class, July [[2003]])}}</ul>
:*''Takara/Sonokong ID number:'' '''MX-00'''
:*''Takara release date'': September ??, 2003
:*''Accessories'': 6 missiles, giant chest-missile, stomach plate
{{toydesigner|[[Aaron Archer]] (Hasbro), [[Hironori Kobayashi]] (Takara)|[[Masakatsu Saito]] (concept artist)}}

: Unicron from the [[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|''Armada'' toyline]] is an orange and transparent purple Supreme-size toy that transforms into a planet. It features many [[Mini-Con]] [[Powerlinx]] plugs on the planet's rings, and "chomping" jaws activated by moving the mandibles. The packed-in Mini-Con [[Dead End (Armada)#Toys|Dead End]] in moon mode plugs into a specially shaped crater-like socket on Unicron's planet form, just above his gaping maw. Powerlinx plugs on his sides activate the triple spring-loaded missile launchers, which end up on his [[robot mode]] legs. In robot mode, he has hidden compartments for Mini-Cons in his robot-mode legs and abdomen. One Powerlinx plug on the back of the robot mode activates blinking eye lights and a cannon that bursts from the chest and shoots a missile. A button on the top of the head also activates the blinking eye lights. Pushing his right hand back slightly into the cuff causes it to light up.

: In total, the toy can hold up to 27 Mini-Cons in planet mode, and 30 in robot mode—35 if you count the two cavities in his forearms, Dead End's indent on the planet shells, and if a Mini-Con is stored in the compartment on each leg. 24 of the Powerlinx points are situated on his wings/planet ring. That's a lot of Mini-Cons! Attaching the full capacity of Mini-Cons can easily add a whole pound to Unicron's weight (varying slightly by the choice of Mini-Cons used of course). Since Unicron alone is one of the heaviest ''Transformers'' figures ever made at the time, one can imagine how bulky he gets.

: This toy is notable for being the first "modern" ''Transformers'' release in the main line at the $50-price point. Due to his success, other releases like ''Energon'' [[Omega Supreme (Energon)|Omega Supreme]] came into being. This toy was featured in ToyFare Magazine, being awarded "Toy of the Year" for 2003 in "Best of the Best 2003".<ref>http://www.unicron.us/tf2003/toypix/unicron.htm</ref>

: Unicron is something of a [[shellformer]], with the majority of his planet mode being composed of two large translucent purple halves which swing onto his back in robot mode as wings ([[:File:Union-Unicron.jpg|though, not to the scale they are shown to be in the cartoon]]). These parts can be removed quite easily in robot mode to make him a little more accurate to his appearance in ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''—which is exactly what a large percentage of the [[fandom]] did with the figure, since this ''was'' the only Unicron toy available for Generation 1 collectors to buy at the time. In fact, Unicron's [[instructions]] ''actually'' tell you to [[Partformer|remove the wings for transformation]], though it's not ''really'' needed. The reason the instructions tell you to remove the wings is because they are intended to be reconnected to the same joints they were taken off of back-to-front in robot mode, allowing for the base of the wing to sit in the channels behind his shoulders, making them less likely to flop around. Because the wings are removable, this has led to hemisphereless Unicrons being quite common on the aftermarket.

: The toy had a minor [[Variant|running change]] where a slot and tab were added to the shoulder and wing column, respectively, to keep the rings more firmly in place in planet mode. Early publicity photos and some catalog shots also show that the two nubs on either outside edge of the shoulders were originally full-fledged spikes, dulled down [[for safety reasons]].

: The [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] ''Legends of the Microns'' and [[Sonokong]] ''Eunha Yeongung: Cybertron'' releases of Unicron use a lighter orange, slightly more transparent plastic, and different paint applications than the Hasbro release, for instance, the silver paint on its face highlights his [[Humanization#Facial hair|moustache]].

:This mold was used to make the [[Unicron of Light|Mini-Con doppelganger of Unicron]].

::*[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Unicron/Unicron/unicron.htm ''More information on ''Armada'' Unicron at TFU.info'']
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-unimc|'''Unicron with Dead End''' (Bonus pack, 2003)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': 6 missiles, giant chest-missile, stomach plate

: Late in the US line, [[Walmart]] stores received [[exclusive]] Unicron toys that came with the [[Air Military Mini-Con Team]] in a bubble attached to the top of the box. This set was sold for the normal retail price of Unicron... hey, free Mini-Cons!
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===''Energon''===
[[File:Energon Unicron toy.jpg|upright=2.2|thumb|This would be worth more to somebody outside of Japan if it was bought inside Japan.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Unicron''' (Supreme Class, [[2004]])}}</ul>
:*''Takara ID number'': '''MX-00'''
:*''Accessories'': 6 missiles, giant chest-missile, [[Dead End (Armada)#Energon|Dead End]]

:Unicron's ''Armada'' toy was [[redeco]]ed for the [[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|''Energon'' toyline]], sporting black and transparent orange, with "Energon damage" patterns, representing his shattered and damaged form. All of the gimmicks from the previous version are intact in this one.

:Early stock photography of the toy depicts Unicron with a different color scheme that features a gray face and a pink translucent chest instead of the silver face and a reddish-orange translucent chest of the actual toy.

:Early shipments of Unicron in ''Energon'' packaging shipped with either the orange ''Armada'' Unicron or the black ''Energon'' Unicron inside, in seemingly equal amounts for a short while. Eventually, the orange version was phased out and black was the only shipping version.

: The Takara ''Super Link'' release of Unicron—dubbed '''Unicron Black Version''' (ユニクロンブラックバージョン ''Yunikuron Burakku Bājon'')—was packaged inside the ''Legends of the Microns'' Unicron box, with a "20th Anniversary" sticker applied to the back and the front of the box. The figure was released in limited numbers (the amount of which is currently unknown), and was presumably exclusive to a store (which is also currently unknown).

::*[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Unicron/Unicron/unicron.htm ''More information on ''Energon'' Unicron at TFU.info'']
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[[File:Energontoy-McUnicron.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|Unicron will make an unhappy meal of you.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Unicron''' (Fast Food Premium, 2004-2006)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories:'' Energon cube

:Available in one of two different European-market McDonald's Happy Meal promotions, this Unicron toy is based on ''Energon'' Unicron, being primarily black. It is very small, and the transformation consists of simply opening the planet mode to reveal the robot.

:When his Energon cube is clicked into position, the cube's power switch set to "on", and the toy's button depressed, his body lights up. In 2006, this figure was made available in Brazil without the Energon cube.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Unicron/McUnicron/unicron.htm More information on McDonald's Unicron at TFU.info]''
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===''Cybertron''===
[[File:Cyb-toy UnicronDlx.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|ZERG RUSH KEKEKEKEKEKEKEKE]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Unicron''' (Deluxe Class, [[2006]])}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Missile, 4 spines (2 long, 2 short), [[Planet X (Cybertron)|Planet X]] Cyber Key
:*''Cyber Key Code'': '''dgt3'''
{{toydesigner|[[Aaron Archer]] (Hasbro),<ref name=CybertronUnicron>{{citesocial|quote=I don't think he's supposed to be a tank version of the Ark but… we were talking a lot about Unicron, and Unicron's coming, and Unicron's coming… and sometimes that is a tactic used, you know, you'll do a much bigger or important character in a price point that's affordable, so that in some regions that will never get the higher priced items—it's a lot like why we did "Bendy Prime", Deluxe Prime, in ''Armada''—so that Unicron can be present in their fantasy play, but not necessarily going to ever be that larger one. That's one reason to do it, it was big in the story, it was just an opportunity to to do a character that people knew rather than not, so… Think of it as a dream-sequence Unicron, a bit… his energy, his thoughts, his malice, out there messing around. But that's why he would have been created and that's that, I guess. […] But I don't know why he looks like the Ark necessarily—I did that item, so the Ark wasn't part of my goal, so… that might just be in there.|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2PZCff7N2Wg&t=1857s|name=Aaron Archer|site=''The Toy Armada''|title=Toy Armada Friday night LIVE: Vector Prime is Back|year=2023|month=06|day=09}}</ref> [[Takio Ejima]] (Takara)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging artist)}}

: Part of the eighth wave of [[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|''Cybertron'']] Deluxe Class toys, Unicron transforms into a futuristic, crab-like/insectoid tank. In robot mode, he sports a battle-damaged appearance, with his head featuring a skull-like design mimicking the Unicron head that comes with Cybertron Primus (see below). In both modes he features a large spring-loaded missile launcher, plus plugging a [[Cyber Key]] into his back end opens up a port on his front (which bears a striking similarity to his planet form's maw) that reveals a (non-firing) triple-barreled cannon. His side-spines in tank mode can be removed to become hand-weapons in robot mode.

: This toy was the first and only Unicron toy with the trademark Dracula-style "collar" from the original animation model, up until [[#War for Cybertron Trilogy|the toy based directly on said animation model]] created roughly fifteen years later. He is also the first Unicron toy to be placed with the Decepticon faction for the purposes of marketing.

: Due to the use of translucent plastic for his radar dish/head mount, aging samples run the risk of this piece breaking off at the joint due to plastic tolerance issues. Some samples also have difficulty holding the spike weapons properly due to the short pegs and clearance issues with his wrists.

::*[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Unicron/Unicron/unicron.htm ''More information on ''Cybertron'' Unicron at TFU.info'']

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[[File:Unicronhead.jpg|thumb|That worked a lot better for Fort Max.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cybertron Primus''' (Supreme Class, 2006)}}</ul>

:''Cybertron'' Supreme Class [[Primus#Cybertron|Cybertron Primus]] comes with Unicron's head. The head is based on ''Armada'' Unicron's, with half of the face stripped away to reveal a robotic "skull". To provide the impression of locomotion, tentacles were added to the base of the head. His face bears a greater resemblance to his on-screen appearance in ''Armada'' than the ''Armada'' toy itself, with no facial hair, a more "wrinkled" look, and thinner, rounder eyes. Meanwhile, his color scheme matches the ''Cybertron'' toy, with dark gray horns and a purple crest on his brow.

: The packaging for this variation of Primus was specifically changed with a call-out for the Unicron head. This was originally supposed to be the first version of the Primus toy shipped, being part of the second wave of ''Cybertron'' Supreme Class toys, but both versions ended up shipping simultaneously, leading to some hunting to get the packed-in "Uni-skull".

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Primus/Primus/primus.htm More information on Unicron's head (with Primus) at TFU.info]''
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===''Universe'' (2008)===
[[File:Transformers-Universe-(2008)-Unicron-packaging.jpg|200px|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Unicron''' (Supreme Class, 2008)}}</ul>
:*''Series'': Armada Series
:*''Accessories'': 6 missiles, giant chest-missile

:For ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'', ''Armada'' Unicron was [[rebranding|rebranded]] with no deco differences, even retaining the ''Armada'' release's product code. He was sold as a [[Toys"R"Us]] [[exclusive]]. As with all Unicron products produced by Hasbro since ''Cybertron'' Unicron, he is placed in the Decepticon faction. Once again, the on-box [[bio]] profile describes Unicron's nature as a [[multiversal singularity]].
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===''Transformers'' (2010)===
[[File:TF2010toy-Unicron.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Orange you glad it's 2010?]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Universal Dominator Unicron''' (September [[2010]])}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': 6 missiles, giant chest-missile, [[Dead End (Armada)#Transformers (2010)|Bug]]

:A [[retool]] of Supreme Class ''Armada'' Unicron toy (see above), this Unicron is given a new head and an [[The Transformers: The Movie|animated film]]-inspired deco, making it the first "proper" release of a 1986-inspired Unicron figure. He retains all of his original [[gimmick]]s, including electronics. His Mini-Con partner, Bug, is still included.

:This set is only available in Japan as a [[TakaraTomy Mall|Toy Hobby Market]] [[exclusive]], with orders being taken from [[June 1]]st through [[July 4]]th. The toy was released at the end of September 2010. Unicron is part of [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s ''[[Welcome to Transformers 2010]]'' anniversary celebration, and is packaged in a special box that is meant to go with the [[Primus#2010|Creator Primus]] toy released the same year. Unicron comes with two "[[Robot Point|points]]" redeemable towards a talking stand for ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|Rodimus Convoy]].

: This Unicron utilizes parts from both versions of ''Armada'' Unicron, having wings from the initial release, but hinged shoulder plates with holes on the backs for pegs from the slightly retooled version.
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[[File:2010 Amazon Unicron.jpg|upright=2.2|thumb|YOU GET THE BEEEEEEEEEEST OF BOTH WORLLLLLDS]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Unicron''' (Supreme Class, [[2011]])}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': 6 missiles, giant chest-missile, [[Kranix (G1)#Transformers (2010)|Kranix]]
{{toydesigner|[[Andrew Scribner]] (deco artist)}}

:Made in honor of the 25th anniversary of ''The Transformers: The Movie'', the 2010 ''Transformers'' toyline's Unicron deco is noticeably different than TakaraTomy's "Welcome to 2010" Unicron release (even though they are both coloured to represent the character from the movie). It is now cast in metallic gray and gold-ish orange, as well as a muted blue. The shade of blue ''may'' be seen as ''comic''-inspired, since the 80's Marvel comics sometimes had blue tones in the figure… but so did Unicron in some scenes of ''The Transformers: The Movie'', so make of it as you will. It comes with the Mini-Con Kranix (identical to the TakaraTomy release) and is exclusive to [[Amazon (website)|Amazon.com]] and also at [[Toys"R"Us]] in Canada, while being available at general retail in parts of Southeast Asia. He was also released in Chile as a Ripley exclusive during Christmas 2011.

:While the packaging is of the 2010 toyline, the [[Instructions|instruction manual]] uses the ''Dark of the Moon'' logos (but not the series' style of instruction graphics).

::*[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Decepticon/Unicron/unicron.htm ''More information on ''Transformers (2010)'' Unicron at TFU.info'']
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===''United''===
[[File:United-ArkUnicron-toy.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|Should I use THE CLAMPS?]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Ark Unicron''' ([[February 25]], [[2012]])}}</ul>
:*''ID number:'' '''UN-29'''
:*''Accessories'': Missile, 4 spines (2 long, 2 short), Planet X Cyber Key

: Ark Unicron (whose name seems to acknowledge his alt-form’s resemblance to the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]) is a straight redeco of the Deluxe Class ''Cybertron'' Unicron toy and is, for some reason, packaged in a Voyager-sized box. He is redecoed in colors similar to the 2010 ''Transformers'' Unicron figure, replacing his orange plastic with a darker, metallic shade, his dark gray with a muted blue, and his tan with gray. The Cyber Key retains its Key Code.

:Like the 5th and 6th wave figures, Ark Unicron's package feature a sticker that said "limited quantity (数量限定)", indicating that this figure is released in limited numbers after its first and only shipment.

:This figure was [[repurposing|repurposed]] as several of Unicron's [[Acolyte of Unicron|disciples]] in the [[Generations Selects Special Comic|''Generation Selects'']] comics.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Unicron/ArkUnicron/unicron.htm More information on Ark Unicron at TFU.info]''
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===''Prime''===
[[File:Primetoy-UnicronArmsMicron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|There's gold in them thar hills.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Gaia Unicron''' (2012-[[September 29|09-29]])}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''AM-19'''
:*''Accessories'': "Bogu" Arms Micron

:Part of the seventh wave of Japanese [[Transformers: Prime (toyline)|''Prime'' toys]], and exclusive to said line, Gaia Unicron is an all-new mold. Its robot is based on Unicron's rock-avatar bodies from the ''Prime'' cartoon, while its alternate mode is… erm… a sort of amorphous mass that is ''presented'' by the toy's instructions as a "vehicle mode," but which has apparently been designed to look like a mountain with Unicron's face at its center, ringed by bolts of lightning—another reference to the ''Prime'' cartoon, in which Unicron's spirit communicated with Megatron by appearing in the fumes of a volcano. He also [[Partformer|partsforms]] into "[[Gaia Armor]]" for either Voyager Optimus Prime or Megatron, which more or less leaves most of his mass hanging off the wearer's butt. The Gaia Armor features a "loincloth" panel which has one of each of the 3 Arms Micron Power crystals, not unlike [[Hades]]' tail. Though his [[sticker]] sheet comes with Decepticon symbols for his shoulders, there are also optional [[Blentron]] stickers. His soft plastic wings and horns are prone to drying out and cracking with age, primarily near their connection points.

:Unicron's [[Arms Micron]] partner, [[Bogu]], transforms from what appears to be a robot mole into a pointy claw to replace one of Unicron's spiked club arms. (The displaced club arm can snap onto the back of the other club arm.) Gaia Unicron and his micron feature ''numerous'' [[5 mm post]]s and peg-holes.

:Compared to his [[stock photography]], most (if not all) Gaia Unicrons have [[Misassembly|mis-assembled]] knees, with two small gray parts on the inner portions of his knees being swapped, thus restricting his knee [[articulation]]. This cannot be fixed without knocking out a few pins. It's also common to find one with two of the same knee joint, meaning that swapping them won't fix the issue.

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[[File:TFP-YotS-Gaia-Unicron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Optimus Prime + Gaia Unicron''' ([[2013]])}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': "Bogu" Arms Micron

:This Asian-exclusive redeco of Gaia Unicron features a sticker-less, extensive paint-job, coating his shoulder-pads and large club-arm in shiny metallic paints that match his [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum-metallized]] parts, with some additional glossy-black and metallic-magenta paint details here and there. Bogu comes pre-assembled and lacks stickers. Gaia Unicron's knees are still mis-assembled.

:He and Bogu come in a multi-pack with a similarly-shiny [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#PrimeUnicronPack|Optimus Prime]] (with [[O.P.#PrimeUnicronPack|O.P]]).

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[[File:TFP-AM-Nightmare-Unicron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Nightmare Unicron''' (2013)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': "Bogu M" Arms Micron

:A black, grey, and red redeco of Gaia Unicron, this version of the chaos-bringer is designed to match up with [[Nemesis Prime (Prime)|Nemesis Prime]]. Notably, this is the first release of the mold to feature correctly-assembled knees.

:Nightmare Unicron was released as a Cybertron Satellite store exclusive in Japan. Prior to the release, he was revealed as a prize for the second Arms Up Micron contest.
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===''Platinum Edition''===
[[File:TF-Platinum-Edition-Unicron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Unicron''' (Supreme Class, [[2016]])}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': 6 missiles, giant chest-missile, [[Kranix (G1)#Generations|Kranix]]

:Part of Hasbro's ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' offerings for 2016 intended to commemorate the 30th anniversary of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', Unicron is a redeco of the [[#Transformers (2010)|2010 ''Transformers'' Unicron]] toy, itself a retool of ''Armada'' Unicron. It is similar but not identical to the previous Hasbro 2011 Amazon.com release–the blue is now much lighter and slightly less saturated, while the orange is slightly lighter and the grey is darker, both of which are more metallic. The leg missiles have also changed to a darker blood red plastic. The paint deco is unchanged aside from matching the tweaked color scheme. The mold is also showing its age, as it is much harder to get the planet halves to stay latched together compared to past releases.

:Like several of the 2016 ''Platinum Edition'' sets, Unicron saw a very limited release: Essentially, he was only ever officially released in some of Hasbro's Asian markets such as Hong Kong. A small number of US-based online retailers (such as [[BigBadToyStore]]), plus a few more from Canada and the United Kingdom, stocked him as well, having obtained their stock through Asian vendors.
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===''War for Cybertron Trilogy''===
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[[File:TF-WFC-S-Unicron.jpg|upright=2.33|thumb|"For a time… I considered sparing your wretched bank account. But now, you shall witness… ITS WITHDRAWAL!"]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Unicron''' ([[2021]])}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Damaged face plate, two chin pieces, Autobot shuttle, planet display stand, head display stand
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]], [[Lynsey Urban]] and [[Lenny Panzica]] (Hasbro), [[Takashi Kunihiro]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Robby Musso]] and [[Emiliano Santalucia]] (concept art), [[AJ Piejko-Brown]] and [[Aurora Kraus]] (packaging), [[Mark Grzesik]], [[Sarah Jean Rovenko]], and [[Dan Caparco]] (instruction design), [[Lee Tympanick]] (safety), [[Rachel Fleming]] (senior box sitter, marketing), [[Charlie (cat)|Charlie]] (junior box sitter, cat)}}<ref>HasLab Unicron development reports at the [[Hasbro Pulse#Hasbro Pulse Unboxed|Hasbro Pulse blog]].</ref>

:At over 27 inches tall in robot mode, 30 inches wide in planet mode, and weighing 16 pounds including his stand, ''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (toyline)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'' Unicron is the biggest ''Transformers'' figure to date, overthrowing [[Titans Return (toyline)|''Titans Return'']] [[Fortress Maximus (G1)#Generations|Fortress Maximus]].

:…and at $575 USD plus tax, it overthrows your car payment and auto insurance.

:Features include over 50 points of articulation (including a whopping 15 points per hand, plus posable eyes, mouth and teeth), a geared chomping planet mouth with articulated mandibles, a removable head, an [[Autobot shuttle#Toys|Autobot shuttle]], and ''minuscule'' [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron|Galvatron]] and [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron Trilogy|Hot Rod]] [[Slug figure|figurines]] to eat. Two display stands are included: a large main stand that can be used in both modes, and a smaller display stand for the head and some of the accessories. To make it easier to manipulate such a massive toy, he can remain attached to the larger display stand during transformation, and his planetary rings/wings can be detached, but transformation is possible without removing any parts. The pointy bits around the equator are molded in flexible plastic for fragility reasons. His head has an alternate damaged faceplate, an alternate forked chin, and hidden skull details. Beneath the main display stand is a compartment to store whichever faceplate and chin piece aren't in use.

:In a first for the ''Transformers'' brand, Unicron includes tiny plastic plugs to conceal screw holes on the front of his left arm, the back of his right arm, and on the planet's pinching mandibles. The 22 screw hole covers are packaged on a sprue. All of the plugs conceal asymmetries resulting from shared parts between the left and the right sides of the figure.

:To achieve the screen-accurate spherical shape for his planet mode, Unicron's transformation consists mainly of [[Shellformer|his planet mode's outer shell splitting apart and packing into layers on the back of his torso and legs]]. A rear panel of the planet does form Unicron's forearms, emulating his transformation scene in ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''. Each wing has nine joints used for transformation. The planetary ring is radially symmetrical, and can be connected with its parallel points oriented clockwise or counter-clockwise (instructions show clockwise, most of the promotional materials show counter-clockwise). The wings and equatorial spikes require much assembly. Along with the [[#Cybertron|''Cybertron'' Deluxe mold]], this is one of only two Unicron toys to feature his iconic [[Dracula]]-style collar.

:The final production figure has a few visible differences from the stock photos, convention appearance specimens, and even its own instruction booklet. Most conspicuously, the inner planetary maw is now blue instead of yellow, and the robot lower teeth are grey-blue instead of painted silver. The tiny Galvatron and Hot Rod figures are also completely different sculpts with rectangular bases and fewer colors. Promotional renders of the Autobot shuttle accessory were shown in a single color, but in production some of the details are painted over in silver.

:The small display stand for Unicron's head has many places on its legs to display the shuttle and mini-figurines, and room for additional similar items. There are 15 rectangular sockets for figurines like Galvatron, Hot Rod, or Optimus Prime (of whom you have [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#War for Cybertron Trilogy|two]] [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#K30|options]]), and there are three places to attach the 5mm post for the Autobot Shuttle's display armature or other items with 5mm posts. [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|The ''Kingdom'' Galvatron toy]] was packaged with a version of [[Revenge (G1)|The Revenge]], which was intended to be in-scale with this Unicron figure, and features a 5mm post on its underside, but it does not have sufficient physical clearances to fit into any of the ports on this display stand.

:Yes, he can support his own weight in robot mode without his stand. No, the head does not need to be removed during transformation; it fits inside the planet mode by rotating his horns down.

:The bottom of the planet mode features two flaps designed to conceal the insertion slot for the stand, just in case you figure out a way to display planet mode without the stand. Unfortunately, one of the flaps takes some fiddling to flip, and the author of the instructions expected them to be packaged flipped-in so Unicron could immediately connect to his stand, but most specimens were not found that way, making the average unboxing experience frustrating. The final page of the instruction book, read in reverse order, shows how to flip this flap and fix this problem.

:[https://hasbropulse.com/products/transformers-war-for-cybertron-unicron Announced] by [[Hasbro Pulse]] on [[July 15]], [[2019]], Unicron is the first ''Transformers'' toy to be released as a crowdfunded project from [[Hasbro Pulse#HasLab|HasLab]]. Unicron required a minimum of 8,000 backers to be put into production, with an initial deadline of [[August 31]]. On [[August 29]], Hasbro announced it was pushing the end date back to [[October 6]] (the end of [[New York Comic Con]] 2019) in response to fan feedback asking for more time; the project finally achieved the 8,000 backer goal one day before the new deadline, on [[October 5]]. On October 6, the project finished (according to the HTML code of the progress bar) at 140.9%, or 11,272 units, despite officially only displaying “8,000+”. More than a month later, the page was changed to officially read “12,000+ Backers”. In addition to the Unicron figure itself, HasLab backers received a digital comics bundle from [[IDW Publishing]] (featuring [[:File:UnicronHaslabBundleCover.jpg|new cover art]] by [[Andrew Griffith]] that homages the cover of [[Marvel Comics|Marvel]]'s ''[[The Transformers (Marvel comic)|The Transformers]]'' [[The Transformers (issue)|#1]]), which contains the four-issue ''[[Transformers: The Animated Movie]]'' miniseries, and [[The World In Your Eyes Part One|the first issue]] of the 2019 ''[[Transformers (2019 comic)|Transformers]]'' ongoing series. Unicron began shipping to purchasers in February 2021.

:The [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron Trilogy|"Behold, Galvatron!" Unicron Companion Pack]] is intended as an add-on set, featuring [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] in a clear purple deco reminiscent of his reformatting scene, small painted ships of the ''Revenge'' (a different sculpt than Galvatron's hand weapons), a [[Quintesson]] [[Quintesson Cruiser#War for Cybertron Trilogy|ship]], and the [[Junkion (species)|Junkions']] ''[[Minnow#War for Cybertron Trilogy|Minnow]]'', as well as an additional 14 mini-figures that can be placed on the display stand.
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==Merchandise==
===Hard Hero===
[[File:HHUnicron statue.jpg|thumb|Weighs almost as much as the real thing]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Unicron''' (BotCon 2002)}}</ul>

:This statue of Unicron is a huge cold-cast porcelain statue based upon the cartoon design of Unicron. It was originally a [[BotCon 2002]] [[exclusive]] before being released to the general public.
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===''Titanium Series''===
[[File:Titanium RM Unicron.jpg|thumb|250px|"Screw transforming. Watch me convert this 7-10 split."]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Unicron''' (3" Robot Master, 2006)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Decepticon stand

: Part of the very first wave of ''[[Titanium Series]]'' "Robot Masters" figurines, Unicron is a 3-inch-tall figurine made partially of [[die-cast]] metal, with movable arms. The left hand holds what seems to be a planet, likely a moon. Though the way he grabs it looks like he's using it for bowling.

::*[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Unicron/TitUnicron/unicron.htm ''More information on ''Titanium'' Unicron at TFU.info'']
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===Art Asylum===
[[File:AAUnicron statue.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|Oh, I see how this works. You say, "Behind you!" and I turn around, and while I'm staring at nothing, you run away. Well, I'm not falling for it!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Unicron Movie Statue''' (Diamond Select, 2007)}}</ul>

:This statue of Unicron stands 8 ½” tall and is limited to 1,986 pieces (as in 1986, the year the original animated ''[[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers]]'' movie was released). It also features a smaller statue of Hot Rod standing upon the centerpiece holding the [[Matrix of Leadership]] aloft. Oddly enough, Hot Rod is in his toy colours.
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===''Robot Heroes''===
[[File:RH Prime vs Unicron.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|Quite possibly the only Unicron you could ever afford.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Optimus Prime & Unicron''' (Two-pack, 2007)}}</ul>
{{toydesigner|[[Bill Rawley]] (Hasbro)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (concept artist)}}

: Based on a cartoon-ified version of his ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'' model, Unicron's entry in the ''[[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'' line comes packed with a [[Matrix of Leadership]]-brandishing [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#RHUnicron|Optimus Prime]]. His articulation consists solely of his shoulder joints. Also, it was noted that Unicron doesn't have a smiling mouth unlike most of the Robot Heroes figures.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Unicron/Unicron/unicron.htm More information on ''Robot Heroes'' Unicron at TFU.info]''

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Unicron''' (Single-pack, 2008)}}</ul>

: In some countries outside of North America, Unicron was released individually in a blindpack with no notable changes.
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===Diamond Select===
[[File:Reformatted statue.jpg|thumb|upright=0.85|Downloading Galvatron.exe, 74% Complete]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron Reformatted Bust''' (Action Figure Xpress exclusive, 2008)}}</ul>

:"Megatron Reformatted" is a bust exclusively available through Action Figure Xpress, depicting the Decepticon leader in the beginning stages of his reformation into Galvatron as featured in ''The Transformers: The Movie''. This bust features a base in the shape of Unicron.

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[[File:DST09 Galvatron bust.jpg|thumb|upright=o.85|Download complete! Run: Y/N]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' (2009)}}</ul>

:Similar to the above piece, this bust depicts the newly-created Galvatron suspended above Unicron. It was sculpted by [[Art Asylum]] and was limited to 1,000 pieces.
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===''Tiny Titans''===
[[File:TinyTitans Unicron.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|THAT... IS NOT A KNIFE. ''THIS''... IS A KNIFE.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Unicron''' (Tiny Titans, 2016)}}</ul>
:*''Series'': '''6'''
:*''Number'': '''9/12'''

: Part of the sixth and final [[Blindpacking|blind-bagged]] assortment of ''[[Tiny Titans]]'', this toy is a small, soft-plastic figurine of the Chaos Bringer, oddly brandishing a butcher knife that he has never used in any work of fiction prior to this toy's release.

: He includes a collectible card that renders him in the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 franchise)|2015 ''Robots in Disguise'']] styling. The card includes a scan-badge for the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (mobile game)|''Robots in Disguise'' mobile game]], which unlocks a random amount of Energon "currency" and a randomized bonus power-up item.
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===EX Gōkin+===
[[File:EXGokin UnicronHead.jpg|thumb|Devourer of Wallets]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Unicron Head''' (2015)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories:'' 2 whole eyes, 2 shattered eyes, stand

:Produced by [[Art Storm]] as part of their ''EX Gōkin+'' line, this is a large, extensively detailed sculpt of Unicron's disembodied head as seen in the third season of the Generation 1 cartoon. He comes with alternate eye parts, allowing you to display him with either shattered or undamaged eyes.

::*''[http://artstorm.co.jp/exgokinplus_unicronhead.html More information on Unicron Head at Art Storm's official site]''
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===Soldier Story===
[[File:Soldier-Story-Unicron-lamp.jpeg|thumb|Our darkest lighter.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Unicron''' (2017)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories:'' Hot Rod, Hot Rod clear stand, remote control, USB power cable

:Another high-end collectible, the [[Soldier Story Toys]] Unicron table lamp stands over 26" tall and is bedecked with over 70 LEDs of various colors all over it. It also projects the movie-style Decepticon [[insignia]] above it. The lamp also includes a 6" Hot Rod holding the Matrix of Leadership.

::*''[http://www.soldierstory-toys.com/products_show.asp?id=193 More information on the Unicron table lamp at Soldier Story's website]''
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===Symbiote Studios===
[[File:Symbiote-Studios-Unicron-Plush.jpg|thumb|"Complete the Cuddle." "Hahahaha, DO IT YOURSELF!"]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Unicron Plush''' (2021)}}</ul>

:Available exclusively for San Diego/LA Comic-Con 2021, this adorable head plush of the Devourer of the Planets is produced by Symbiote Studios, and officially licensed by Hasbro. Made with high-quality soft minky fabric.
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===Icon Heroes===
[[File:Icon-Heroes-Unicron-Pen-Holder.jpg|thumb|As the old saying goes, the pen is mightier than the Matrix.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Unicron Pen Holder''' (2022)}}</ul>

:A polystone replica of Unicron's severed head produced by Icon Heroes, meant to be used as a pen holder. It features a large gap on its top to accommodate multiple pens, while each of its shattered eyes can store one pen at a time to humorous effect.
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===''Pop!''===
[[File:Funko Pop Jumbo 10-inch Unicron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.22|Half the planet turns into his head.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Unicron''' (Jumbo size, July 21, 2022)}}</ul>
:*''ID number:'' '''103'''

:Released as part of the ''[[Funko Pop!|Pop! Retro Toys]]'' segment, Funko's ''Pop!'' Unicron is a Jumbo-sized 10" [[super deformed]] vinyl figure based on his original Generation 1 design, with many of his coloring details based off the HasLab toy above.

:This piece was a shared exclusive for [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2022 and GameStop; the toy was the same at both venues, though the packaging would have different stickers.
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===''ReAction''===
[[File:Super7 ReAction Unicron.jpeg|upright=1.66|right|thumb|It's settled: there is no such thing as "too obscure".]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Unicron''' (December 30, 2022)}}</ul>

: Released in the sixth wave of [[Super7]]'s line of multi-property 3.75-inch "retro" action figures, ''[[Super7#ReAction|ReAction]]'' Unicron is a "giant-sized" 6-inch toy scaled to tower over the rest of his shipping assortment. In stark contrast to the cartoon-faithful sculpting of the entire rest of the line, this non-converting figure is based on the unreleased 1986 Hasbro prototype toy listed ''waaayyyy'' up above. No, really. It features swivel articulation at the hips, shoulders and neck… though the spheroid body means the leg articulation is very limited, and the arms just kind of… swing inward in front or behind him fairly uselessly. Like, he can do half a dab.

: The [[cross-sell]] images on the cardback depict the Unicron figure holding a large gun, likewise matching the first (and lesser-known) 1986 prototype that had been designed to include a gun that could transform into a stand for the planet mode; however, the final figure did not include this weapon, probably due to the aforementioned wonky arm articulation. It was ''double'' cancelled… harsh.

: As with all releases in the ''ReAction'' toyline, Unicron comes packaged on a card that emulates the nostalgic packaging style of [[Kenner]]'s ''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]]'' action figures from the late 1970s to early '80s.

<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Unicron (Prototype)''' (2024)}}</ul>

: This version of ''ReAction'' Unicron has a green deco to represent the ''other'' unreleased early Unicron prototype shown way above - this time the Takara model. In keeping with this, the card uses the Japanese Transformers logo instead of English. The card is significantly smaller than that of the previous version, now the same size as those of standard 3.75" ''ReActions''. It was exclusive to the Super7 website; the listing named it as "Unicron (Prototype)", though that term was not written on the card.

<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Unicron (Yellow)''' (2024)}}</ul>

: This version returns to the original ''ReAction'' figure / Hasbro toy prototype color scheme, but now packaged in a G1-styled box, with new [[package art|character art]] instead of that from previous ''ReAction'' releases. The character [[bio]] on the box is reused from the [[Unicron/toys#Universe .282008.29|''Universe'' Unicron]] toy above. This piece was released for [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2024, with leftover stock being available on the Super7 website the following week.

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===''Transformers Character Card''===
[[File:Transformers Character Card Unicron and Decepticons.jpg|upright=1|thumb]]
*'''Destron Army and Unicron Set''' ([[December 28]], [[2024]])
**''ID number:'' '''99 & 100'''

:Released as part of the thirteenth wave of the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive ''[[Transformers Character Card]]'' series, this pair of holographic trading cards depict super-deformed art of the Generation 1 [[Decepticon]]s (as represented by [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]], [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]], [[Laserbeak (G1)|Laserbeak]], [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], [[Stranglehold]], and [[Banzai-Tron (G1)|Banzai-Tron]]) and Unicron along with [[bio|character profiles]] and [[Tech Spec|tech specs]].
::*''[[Source:Transformers Character Card#100|Translation of Unicron's Transformers Character Card]]''

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===''Blokees''===
[[File:Blokees-GalV8-UnicronHead.jpg|thumb|250px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Unicron Head''' (Galaxy Version, 2025)}}</ul>
:*''Series:'' '''Galaxy Version 08 - One Shall Fall'''
:*''Accessories:'' Autobot shuttle, Figure stand w/ support arms

:Part of the eighth wave of ''[[Blokees]]''' Galaxy Version blindbox kits, this kit of Unicron is molded after his severed head, and he also comes with an additional tiny Autobot shuttle accessory. Unicron also features a moving jaw and a removable faceplate that reveals the inner skull-like facial details. These features, along with the head's general detailing, is akin to the HasLab Unicron's head. The ball joint socket on his neck is compatible with the neck ball joints from the Galaxy/Shining and Defender Version kits, though he is not compatible with kits that contain higher shoulder armor pylons and backpacks. Unicron is also the only post-wave 7 kit to come with a figure stand, as it was required to support a floating head like his.

:Along with the rest of the wavemates, Unicron is first revealed at Blokees' booth at the IBTE 2025 (Indonesia International Baby Products & Toys Expo) event.

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[[File:Blokees-TF-Unicron-Head-Translucent-Version.jpg|thumb|250px|Not exactly the all-yellow "Other Voices" deco, but still.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Unicron Head (Clear)''' (Redemption Exclusive, 2025)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories:'' Autobot shuttle, Figure stand w/ support arms

:This ''Galaxy Version'' Unicron head is a translucent redeco of the kit above, and it can only be obtained by scanning QR codes from nine different figures from the eighth Galaxy Version wave to redeem. In mid-December 2025, this kit was made available at the official Blokees website.

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[[File:Blokees-TF-GV09-Unicron-Planet.jpg|thumb|250px|'''''You underestimate me, [[Build a Figure]] theorists.''']]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Unicron Head''' (Galaxy Version, 2025)}}</ul>
:*''Series:'' '''Galaxy Version 09 - Darkest Hour'''
:*''Accessories:'' Figure stand w/ support arms

:The ninth wave of the Galaxy Version kits comes with another release of Unicron in his signature planet mode. Like the previous release based on his severed head, its detailing resembles the HasLab figure's design.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Unicron-Planet Transparent Version''' (Redemption Exclusive, 2025)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories:'' Figure stand w/ support arms

:This ''Galaxy Version'' Unicron-Planet is a translucent redeco of the kit above, and it can only be obtained by scanning QR codes from nine different figures from the ninth Galaxy Version wave to redeem.

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===Premium Collectibles Studio===
[[File:PCS_Unicron Statue.jpg|thumb|Sometimes you just need to sit and relax after a long day of eating planets.]]
*'''Unicron Museum Scale Statue''' (2026)

:This is a huge, highly-detailed statue of the Chaos Bringer seated upon a rocky throne, with the armrests molded to resemble planets cracking apart. It sits nearly 22" tall with a wingspan of 39". It was announced in April 2025, with an estimated ship date of Q1 2026.

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==Notes==
[[File:Planet-robot.jpg|thumb|right|They're always so cute before their horns come in.]]
* Perhaps the earliest known draft of the design that would become Unicron was created by Japanese artist [[Hiroyuki Hataike|Takehiko Itō]] of ''{{w|Outlaw Star}}'' fame. Itō suggested using redecoes of the spherical ''[[Micro Change]]'' "Meteor Robo" toys as satellites for "Planet-Robot" in brainstorming sessions.<ref>''[[Transformers Generations (guidebook)|Transformers Generations Deluxe]]'', p.113</ref>
* Photographs of the second Unicron prototype were first published in late [[1989]] in the "Special Data Book" included with the promotional ''The Transformers: The Movie - Apocalypse: Be Eternal, Matrix'' videotape. Photographs of the first, smaller, Unicron prototype, were first published in late [[1995]] in the ''Planet of Cybertron Guide 3'' booklet included with Takara's release of the ''[[The Transformers (cartoon)#Fight.21 Super Robot Lifeform Transformers_2010|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: 2010]]'' laserdisc set.<ref>''[[Transformers Generations 2011 Vol. 2]]'', p.53</ref>
* Designer [[Aaron Archer]] was shocked by the number of twist-ties used in ''Armada'' Unicron's [[packaging]], and decided to straighten them all out and put them in a line, measure it, and multiply the length by the number of Unicrons he knew they'd produced—and the total length of twist-tie would've stretched from Providence, [[Rhode Island]] to [[Phoenix (city)|Phoenix]], [[Arizona]]. This anecdote led the packaging team to try and reduce the number of ties used in ''Transformers'' packaging.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=You know, I tell this story at conventions, I'm not sure I've said it on any of the live feeds, but... I had to take out a Unicron from its package back in the day, to do some diorama or something, and it had a lot of twisty-ties. And you know most of the time toy designers aren't taking the toys out of the package, we developed the stuff, and then there's other teams that do that, and how they package it and the structure and all that, that just gets done and that's not something that you overly worry about, it's not really your department to concern yourself with. But I had to take one out of the package […] and it had so many twisty-ties that I got annoyed, and I measured them all out! I straightened them all out, measured them out, and there was a considerable amount of twisty-tie in each Unicron, to the point that I was very confused by that amount and that number. I did the math, based on how many we made, and you could take a twisty-tie wire from Providence Rhode Island to Phoenix Arizona—which is most of the way across the United States diagonally—and that was the amount of wire we used just on Unicron. […] Think of the spools of wire needed to just do that, and that's a big expense, and not soon after that story got around we started encapsulating them in the packaging difference so we wouldn't have to twisty-tie them.|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rz3TRK6TYAs&t=565s|name=Aaron Archer|site=''The Toy Armada''|title=Toy Armada Friday Night LIVE - Toy packaging and Transformers discussion|year=2023|month=04|day=14}}</ref>
* According to Aaron Archer, he didn't intend for the resemblance between ''Cybertron'' Unicron and the ''[[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'', which TakaraTomy would capitalise on with their "Ark Unicron" release. The toy was motivated from a desire to release a Unicron figure at an affordable price-point, in particular for regions where retailers had never stocked the full-size ''Armada'' toy.<ref name=CybertronUnicron />

==References==
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==External links==
*[http://www.luckydrawtransformers.com/content.php?/transformers-lucky-draw/toy-gallery/1088/Green+Unicron.html Photo gallery and review of Green Lucky Draw Unicron]
*[http://www.transformertoys.co.uk/content.php?/transformers-gallery/merchandise/25/merchandise/Unicron+Japanese+Store+Display.html Inflatable Unicron store display gallery]

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Hot Rod (G1)/toys

2026-03-05T06:16:51Z

Boingus: /* Studio Series */

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[[File:G1-HotRod-boxart.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Since 1986, kids stopped buying Transformers toys because of him.]]
'''[[Hot Rod (G1)|Hot Rod]]''' is a bot of many toys!

==''The Transformers''==
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[[File:G1toy hot rod.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|This is totally what cars will look like in the far-flung future of 2005.]]
*'''Hot Rod''' (Autobot Car, [[1986]])
**''Takara ID number:'' '''C-78'''
**''Accessories:'' 2 [[photon laser]]s
{{toydesigner|[[Takashi Kunihiro]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Floro Dery]] (concept art)}}
:Hot Rod transforms into a red, orange, and yellow futuristic race car. He is armed with two "Photon Laser" weapons, each with their own distinct sculpt, which fit in both his fists; only one gun can be equipped in vehicle mode, in the port in his engine block. Upon his original release, Hot Rod had unpainted [[die-cast]] metal feet, while later editions of the figure used black plastic.

:Hot Rod was one of the first toys designed specifically for the ''Transformers'' toyline, as opposed to being an imported pre-existing toy. In further contrast to the common design process for ''Transformers'' toys, he (like most of the cast of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'') was created for animation first, and had his toy created based on [[Floro Dery]]'s designs (though said animation designs would be further modified after the toy was completed). Before final production, Hot Rod was originally cast in a [[:File:G1catalog86-PinkHotRod.jpg|pinker plastic]] to match the color of his animation model (as seen in [[catalog]]s at the time, and the [[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticon]] [[commercial]]), but oddly, he was changed to a less [[Show-accuracy|animation-accurate]] red before release. This change evidently came too late to modify the factory-applied [[sticker]]s the toy bears: the small decals on either side of Hot Rod's vehicle mode feature a pink background that would have matched the toy's original color scheme. The copy of the toy seen in the 1986 catalog also shows his legs extended further than is possible on the final release, which adds extra plastic tabs inside the legs to prevent them from fully extending. Shaving down these tabs can restore the original functionality, exposing some sculpted knee details, but care must be taken to ensure the legs will still be able to click into place,<ref>{{citesocial|quote=I first thought that Hot Rod with extended legs was some sort of prototype figure that was only seen in the 1986 catalog. But it turns out all Hot Rods have this feature. Apparently there are more details sculpted into the knees of the figure, but for whatever reasons Takara decided not to engineer the lower legs to extend far enough to see these areas.|link=https://web.archive.org/web/20080913134128/https://pleasesavemerobots.blogspot.com/2007/08/hot-mod.html|name=Evil King Macrocranios|site=Roboplastic Apocalypse|title=Hot Mod|year=2007|month=08|day=13}}</ref> and the taller legs make him appear rather oddly-proportioned—which may be why the mold was modified in the first place.

:His [[instructions]] show his head/collar piece clicking into the hood from behind, using the friction of a horizontal strut reinforcing the surface's underside—but the actual clip sculpted into the bottom of the collar is intended to click in from the front, putting his head at a perfectly vertical angle.

:His [[Bio|package bio]] says his car mode has a range of a whole entire 4 miles. Oops.

:Hot Rod has been retooled, reissued, and redecoed several times down the years; this article strives to list each distinct edition of the figure under its own heading.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1986/Autobot/HotRod/hotrod.htm More information on Hot Rod at TFU.info]''

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[[File:G1 RodimusPrime toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|As you're enjoying your retirement in 2006, tour the country in ''this!'']]
*'''Rodimus Prime''' (Autobot Hero, 1986)
**''Takara ID number:'' '''C-77'''
**''Accessories:'' trailer/[[Mobile Defense Bay]], [[photon eliminator]], spoiler, 2 gun shields (left & right)
{{toydesigner|[[Takashi Kunihiro]] (TakaraTomy)}}
:Rodimus Prime was designed in much the same way as Hot Rod, but this time transforms from a robot and [[Mobile Defense Bay]] into a <s>space winnebago</s> futuristic truck resembling the [https://tfltruck.com/2018/01/truck-rewind-1964-general-motors-bison-concept-the-future-looked-awesome/ GM Bison concept truck]. The toy comes with a "Photon eliminator" rifle and two blast shields to attach to either side of his battle platform's cannon. (The yellow spoiler was also to be removed and replaced during transformation.) Like Hot Rod, there are materials variations; initial releases have metal toes and rubber tires, while later shipments replaced both with black plastic.

:This mold was later redecoed as a lucky draw prize [[Primus]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1986/Autobot/RodimusPrime/rodimusprime.htm More information on Rodimus Prime at TFU.info]

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[[File:G1 TMHotRod toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|In 2007, hood-cannons will become a standard feature.]]
*'''Hot Rod''' (Targetmaster, [[1987]])
**Accessories: Firebolt Targetmaster partner
{{toydesigner|[[Richard Marcej]] (packaging)}}

:Hot Rod was re-released with his new [[Nebulan]] [[Targetmaster (technology)|Targetmaster]] partner [[Firebolt (G1)#Generation 1 2|Firebolt]] a year after the original release. The toy was [[retool]]ed to have larger pegholes in his fists and his engine block so the Targetmaster gun would fit. As the original large stickers applied to Hot Rod's thighs were frequently scraped away by the friction of moving his legs up and down during transformation, the Targetmaster version sported smaller decals that avoided this problem. Unlike the original figure, Targetmaster Hot Rod only ever featured black plastic feet. Amusingly enough, Targetmaster Hot Rod's "Firepower" stat is 7, which is actually lower than regular Hot Rod's firepower stat of 10.

:Targetmaster Hot Rod's packaging originally contained the [[quality control|erroneous]] blurb "Firebolt transforms into ''[[Misfire (G1)|Misfire]]'s'' weapon!"<ref name="tmerrorbox">[https://web.archive.org/web/20020616005039/https://www.toyarchive.com/Transformers/ToysTMHotRodMISB.html Targetmaster Hot Rod MISB] at Super Toy Archive.</ref> This was fixed by a [[variant|running change]] in two steps: First Misfire's name was covered with a sticker that contained the correct name "Hot Rod"; later shipments then came in boxes that had the correct name printed on them.<ref name="hartman">[https://web.archive.org/web/20200924140911/https://tfsource.com/blog/2014/11/07/collector-interview-30-karl-hartman/ "Collector Interview 30 – Karl Hartman"] at the TFSource blog.</ref>

:Not originally released in Japan, the Targetmaster version of Hot Rod was later reissued by Takara as part of their ''[[The Transformers Collection]]'' series in 2004 (see below).

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1987/Autobot/HotRod/hotrod.htm More information on Targetmaster Hot Rod at TFU.info]''

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[[File:G1toy takara 2001 hotrod reissue.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Hot Rodimus''' ([[2000]])
**''ID number:'' '''C-78'''
**Accessories: 2 photon lasers
:The original Hot Rod toy was reissued by Takara in later December 2000, as part of a small line of reissues that celebrated the fifteenth anniversary of the ''Transformers'' toyline in Japan. The figure was retro-retooled from the Targetmaster version of the toy to fill the enlarged holes back in so that they could once again snugly accommodate his Photon Lasers. This version of the figure also reinstates the die-cast metal feet of its earliest release, and finally recolors the stickers on either side of the vehicle mode so that they now feature an accurate red background to match to the rest of the figure. The toy's packaging featured a metallic golden sticker advertising the anniversary.

:This version of the Hot Rod mold was also used to create the simultaneously-available exclusives "Crystal Rodimus" (see below) and the evil clone, [[Dark Hot Rod|Black Rodimus]].

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[[File:G1toy crystal rodimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Crystal Rodimus''' (Autobot Car, [[2001]])
**''ID number:'' '''C-78C'''
**''Accessories:'' 2 photon lasers
:"Crystal Rodimus" uses the reissue Hot Rod mold, but cast almost entirely in translucent plastics. Limited to 1500 pieces and packaged in a monochrome blue version of Hot Rod's normal packaging, Crystal Rodimus was only available at Tokyo Toy Festival, with the joint purchase of the evil clone [[Dark Hot Rod|Black Rodimus]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Autobot/HotRodClear/hotrod.htm More information on Crystal Rodimus at TFU.info]''

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[[File:G1toy takara rodimus prime reissue.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Rodimus Convoy''' (2001)
**''ID number:'' '''C-77'''
**''Accessories:'' Trailer/Mobile Defense Bay, Photon Eliminator, spoiler, 2 gun shields (left & right)

:The original Rodimus Prime toy was reissued by Takara in mid-December 2001. It featured no notable changes from the original Generation 1 release of the figure, but it did reinstate the rubber tires and metal feet that were phased out of the original toy's production run.
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===''Transform Jr''===
[[File:Tfjr rodimus prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|By the far-off year of 2006, the Cybertronians will have perfected the art of converting living metal to cardboard.]]
*'''Rodimus Convoy''' (1986)
**''ID number:'' '''C-77'''
**''Accessories:'' photon eliminator, cardboard trailer
:''[[Transform Jr]]'' Rodimus Prime is a downsized version of the standard toy, far less simplified than most figures in the ''Jr'' line (on account of how simple the regular toy is in the first place). Made of only red and yellow plastic, he is armed with his Photon Eliminator, and comes with a non-transforming version of his trailer made partially out of cardboard. He also came packaged with a small die-cast metal figurine of [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]].

::*''[http://www.vega.or.jp/~butto/tftcollejr-03.htm More information on Transform Jr Rodimus Convoy at Butto's Transformers Collection.]
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===''Return of Convoy''===
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Star Convoy''' (Cybertron, [[1991]])}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''C-372'''
:Released in the ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)#1991 (Return of Convoy)|Return of Convoy]]'' part of the [[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)|original Takara ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers'' toyline]], Hot Rodimus's [[Micromaster|Micro Transformer]] form is a simplified version of his original toy, transforming into the same futuristic race car. Like all Micro Transformers, he features a notch in the base of his feet that allows him to peg onto Micro Transformer-compatible bases and stations.

:He was only available packaged with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Return of Convoy|Star Convoy]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1991/Cybertron/HotRodimus/hotrodimus.htm More information on ''Return of Convoy'' Hot Rodimus at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Hotrodmicromaster.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|2011: The year the Shriners will take over the automotive industry.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Star Convoy''' (Cybertron, [[2005]])}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''C-372'''
:In 2005, [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#StarConvoyReissue|Star Convoy]] was rereleased with several deco changes, one of the more notable being the replacement of many stickers with [[paint operation|paint applications]]; the pack-in Hot Rodimus Micro Transformer underwent the same process, with ''all'' of his deco now paint rather than stickers.

::*''[https://www.tfu.info/2005/Cybertron/HotRodimus/hotrodimus.htm More information on reissue Hot Rodimus at TFU.info]''
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==''Choro-Q''==
[[File:Choro Q Rodimus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Rodimus got a head start on the Tesla bandwagon.]]
*'''Rodimus Convoy TV Version''' (2001)
**''ID number:'' '''Q/05'''
**''Accessories:'' Photon Eliminator rifle
{{toydesigner|[[Kazutami Abiko]] (TakaraTomy)}}
:''[[Choro-Q]]'' Rodimus Convoy is a super-deformed version of the character with a pullback motor. He came with a small version of his Photon Eliminator rifle that can be held in his hand or attached to the top of the vehicle mode.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Cybertron/ChoroQRodimus/rodimusconvoy.htm More information on Rodimus Convoy TV Version at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Choro Q Rodimus Metallic.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Sparkly!]]
*'''Rodimus Convoy Metallic Version''' (2001)
**''ID number:'' '''Q/06'''
**''Accessories:'' photon eliminator
:This metallic version featured metallic flake molding and paint for the body and gold paint for the wings on Rodimus Convoy's back. Otherwise, the toy is the same.

:The toy suffers from [[Gold Plastic Syndrome]], where the metallic hinge areas are prone to shattering.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Cybertron/ChoroQRodimusMetallic/rodimusconvoy.htm More information on Rodimus Convoy Metallic Version at TFU.info]''
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==''Commemorative Series''==
[[File:Commemorative series rodimus toys.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Rodimus Major''' ([[2002]])
**''Accessories:'' 2 photon lasers
:Hasbro's first reissue of the Hot Rod toy used the re-modified mold from Takara's 2001 edition, with smaller peg-holes for his Photon Lasers, and die-cast metal feet. As part of the first wave of "[[The Transformers: Generation One Commemorative Series|Commemorative Series]]" figures, Hot Rod had to undergo a name change due to Hasbro's inability to trademark his old name, but the "Major" suffix failed to stick and was only ever used on this edition of the toy.
:This version of the mold removes the pins in his arms and instead the arms stay in via very small pegs. This is likely due to the part being prone to breakage. Subsequent uses of this mold also shared this retool.

*'''Rodimus Prime''' ([[2004]], [[2012]])
**''Accessories:'' trailer/Mobile Defense Bay, photon eliminator, spoiler, 2 gun shields (left & right)
{{toydesigner|[[Pat Lee]] (packaging artist)}}

:Part of the seventh wave of the Commemorative Series, Hasbro's reissue of Rodimus Prime was identical to Takara's 2001 reissue of the figure, featuring metal feet and rubber tires, and no other notable changes from the original figure. The toy did, however, feature an [[misassembly|assembly error]] that saw a portion of the chest being assembled backwards.

:The figure later saw a re-release in Hasbro's Asian markets in 2012, with no known changes to the figure itself and some minor changes to the packaging, such as the addition of a black "choking hazard" warning label.
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==''The Transformers Collection''==
[[File:Tfc hot rod.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Hot Rodimus''' (2004)
**''ID number:'' '''13'''
**''Accessories:'' 2 photon lasers, Firebolt Targetmaster partner
:This reissue of Hot Rod followed the trend begun by earlier reissues of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys|Optimus Prime]] and [[Megatron (G1)/toys|Megatron]], and offered the most "complete" version of the toy available by including all the accessories that had come with the different releases of the figure through the years. His peg holes were modified for the third time, enlarged once again to accommodate [[Firebolt (G1)#The Transformers Collection|Firebolt]], and his Photon Lasers' pegs were similarly widened to fit comfortably in the newly-sized ports. Additionally, this version of Hot Rod replaced the factory-applied stickers on his chest and sides with [[tampograph]]s, completely redesigning the flame design on the latter decals. His chest decoration was modified to resemble the cartoon coloration more accurately. Unfortunately, this release features the original "C-78" sticker sheet again, with the larger thigh decals that get easily damaged during transformation.

:This set included a [[Tech Spec]] card that retroactively gave the Targetmaster version of Hot Rod the (previously unused) [[List of Japanese ID numbers|Japanese ID number]] "C-110", as the toy had never been released in Japan before this point.

::*''[http://www.tf-1.com/articles/reissue/TMhotrod_template.html More information on Transformers Collection Targetmaster Hot Rod at TF-1.com]
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==''Smallest Transforming Transformers''==
[[File:Wstf hot rod.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Hot Rodimus''' (2004/[[2006]])
**''Accessories:'' 2 photon lasers
:Initially intended for release in the cancelled third wave of Takara's ''[[Smallest Transforming Transformers]]'' line of diminutive ''Transformers'' figures, Hot Rod eventually saw the light of day as the 1-in-24 "[[chase figure]]" in wave "2.5" of the series, which was already of comparatively limited availability. He came with tiny versions of his original Photon Lasers (which were attached to a plastic sprue and had to be removed by the buyer), and was [[blindpacking|blindpacked]] like all ''Smallest Transforming'' figures. His vehicle mode canopy/ spoiler section is not affixed to the toy and is held on with friction, making it removable to transform the figure more easily.

:Hot Rod was later made available again as a [[Toys"R"Us]] exclusive in 2006, in a unique monochrome red box which was a ''tiny'' replica of the original toy's box, available only with purchase of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys|''Hybrid Style'' Optimus Prime]].

::*''[http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/toys/smallest-transformers/hot-rod/1704/ More information on Smallest Transforming Hot Rodimus at Seibertron.com]''
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==''Classics''==
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[[File:Rodimusclassics.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|And in 2026, the future predicted in 1978 will finally come to pass. Perfect for a road trip to Sanctuary!]]
*'''Rodimus''' (Deluxe, 2006)
**''Accessories:'' Rocket engine/missile launcher, flame missile
{{toydesigner|[[Eric Siebenaler]] (Hasbro), [[Shogo Hasui]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Don Figueroa]] (concept artist)}}
:''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' Rodimus is a sleeker, more streamlined version of the original, now transforming into a hot-rodded (see what we did there?) {{w|Dome Zero}}. His rear-mounted thruster engine becomes a hand-held weapon in robot mode, launching a spring-loaded missile, or can remain attached to his back to become some kind of [[jet pack]]. His left arm also hides a flip-out "comm unit" that is clearly supposed to be the buzzsaw he used for a brief period in [[The Transformers: The Movie|the Movie]]. As with all ''Classics'' toys, Rodimus has a heat-sensitive [[rubsign]]. Unfortunately, the hands are not 5 mm-compatible, as they're only compatible for the missile launcher's handle.

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

:Rodimus's instructions fail to mention that his pelvis must be pushed forward until it clicks into place for robot mode, which allows his hip joints enough room to move without colliding with the canopy on his back. Omitting this step will result in a robot mode that cannot stand up straight.

:Very early specimens of Rodimus came with short stubs on his forearms that don't really connect at all to the hip panels, resulting in a somewhat unstable vehicle mode. The stubs can also be seen on the official Hasbro [[stock photography|stock photos]] for the figure.<ref name="classicstock">[https://web.archive.org/web/20080330141427/https://www.transformersclassics.com/gallery/Hasbro-Photo-Archive/rodimus_robot Hasbro stock photo for ''Classics'' Rodimus], depicting the short stubs on his forearms that were soon retooled into larger pegs.</ref> This was quickly amended by a [[variant|running change]] that saw the stubs enlarged into actual pegs that connect much more securely to the hip panels. (Some reports also indicate the existence of "transitional" versions with a stub on one arm and a full peg on the other.)

:The modified pegs were used for every subsequent use of the sculpt, which include ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (toyline)|Shattered Glass]]'' [[Rodimus (SG)|Rodimus]], ''[[Henkei! Henkei! Transformers (toyline)|Gentei! Gentei!]]'' [[Wildrider (G1)|Wildrider]], and ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Side Burn (RID)|Side Burn]]. This mold also served as the basis of the non-toy ''Beast Wars: Uprising'' incarnation of [[Nitrostreak#Beast Wars: Uprising|Nitrostreak]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/ClassicsRodimus/rodimus.htm More information on ''Classics'' Rodimus at TFU.info]''
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Rodimus and Starscream''' (Multi-pack, 2006)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Rocket engine/missile launcher, flame missile

: Rodimus was also made available as part of a special two-pack with Deluxe Class [[Starscream_(G1)/toys#RodimusStarscream2Pack|Starscream]]. Aside from the unique packaging, the toys are identical to their single releases. This value pack was found in Australia.
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==''Titanium Series''==
[[File:TitaniumHeroRodimus toy.jpg|295px|thumb|Winnebago... ''of the '''future'''!!!'']]
*'''Rodimus Prime''' (6-inch Cybertron Heroes, [[2007]])
**''Accessories:'' photon eliminator rifle, display stand with nameplate
{{toydesigner|[[Don Figueroa]] (concept artist)}}
:''Titanium Cybertron Heroes'' Rodimus Prime is a mostly die-cast metal transforming toy based loosely upon the original ''Generation 1'' Rodimus Prime toy. He features much greater articulation and bulkier body proportions. Unfortunately, his transformation results in an incredibly awkward posture, forcing his upper body far ahead of his lower half. His die-cast construction also results in a great deal of paint-chipping, even when delicately handled.

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

:Like most ''Titanium Series'' Cybertron Heroes, this figure includes a display stand with a removable nameplate.

:This mold was [[redeco]]ed into ''Titanium'' [[Menasor (G1)|Menasor]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/TitRodimusPrime/rodimus.htm More information on Titanium Rodimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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==''Kiss Players''==
[[File:KP-toy HotRodimus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The fishing rod turns into arm blasters. The girl eats dumplings.]]
*'''Hot Rodimus × Syaosyao''' (2006)
**''Accessories:'' 2-part engine/blaster/tonfa weapons, 4-part fishing rod/"Exhaust Eliminator", ShaoShao Li figurine with steamer
{{toydesigner|[[Yuki Ohshima]] (concept artist)}}
:The second ''[[Transformers: Kiss Players (toyline)|Kiss Players]]'' set released, Hot Rodimus is a retool and redeco of the ''[[Transformers: Alternators|Alternators]]'' [[Mirage (G1)/toys#Alternators|Mirage]] toy, transforming into a 1:24-[[scale]] fully-licensed red Ford GT. His hood and doors open, and he has an open driver/passenger compartment. His engine (stored in the back, under a weird awkward "trunk" panel) becomes a pair of pistols that double as tonfa weapons. His fishing rod can be taken apart and reassembled to create a triple-barreled arm-mounted blaster reminiscent of the original Hot Rod's exhaust pipe weapons, though it does not actually clip onto the arm in any secure manner, relying mainly on pressure to stay in place. This added accessory also lacks any dedicated storage space in car mode. His new head sculpt includes a retractable visor patterned after the one used in the movie, but as it's cast in colorless-clear plastic, the effect is practically invisible.

:Rodimus comes with a PVC figurine of the Rodimus's "Kiss Player" partner [[Shaoshao Li]] and a bamboo dumpling steamer; Shaoshao can just barely fit into his car interior, though she's clearly not "driving". The set also includes a CD with episodes 11 through 20 of the [[Transformers: Kiss Players (radio drama)|''Kiss Players'' radio drama]] and the exclusive 10-minute audio adventure, "[[Tonight's Big Catch!?]]".

:For a short time, Takara had contemplated releasing a Hot Rodimus (Hot Rod) toy as the next ''Binaltech'' release after [[Ginrai (human)|Ginrai]], but that plan became obsolete when Takara decided to cancel the Binaltech line as a mass retail line altogether. Instead, Hot Rodimus ended up as part of the ''Kiss Players'' line, after "Ginrai" had previously become Kiss Players [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys|Convoy]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/AltRodimus/rodimus.htm More information on Kiss Players Hot Rodimus at TFU.info]''
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==''Alternators''==
{{anchor|alternator}}[[File:Alternators Rodimus toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|He wants to go fishing too...]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ford GT Rodimus''' (Alternator, 2007)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''27'''
:*''Accessories'': Engine/tonfa-blaster weapons
{{toydesigner|[[Steve Bono]] (Hasbro)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging artist)}}

:''[[Transformers: Alternators|Alternators]]'' Rodimus is a [[redeco]] of his ''[[Transformers: Kiss Players (toyline)|Kiss Players]]'' [[#Kiss Players|Hot Rodimus toy]], which itself is a retool of ''Alternators'' [[Mirage (G1)/toys#Alternators|Mirage]], transforming into a 1:24-scale Ford GT with opening doors, engine bay, and trunk, with a realistic interior. His license plate reads "TOO HOT", which is admittedly pretty funny.

: In robot mode, the top of his helmet can flip up so you can flip ''down'' a visor to cover his eyes, a callback to his tele-visor seen in ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''. His car-mode engine detaches and splits into a pair of tonfas/blasters for him to wield in robot mode.

: He was only available for purchase at [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2007, and [[Hasbro Toy Shop]] in July 2007.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/AltRodimus/rodimus.htm More information on ''Alternators'' Rodimus at TFU.info]''
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==''Henkei! Henkei!''==
[[File:TF-Henkei-C-05-Hot-Rodimus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"They dipped my headlights in chrome. Now I don't drive at night." ''(Original release pictured)'']]
[[File:TF-Henkei-C-05-Hot-Rodimus-(Reissue).jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''(Re-release version pictured)'']]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Hot Rodimus''' (Deluxe, 2008)}}</ul>
:*''Release date'': [[June 26]], [[2008]] / ??? [[2011]]
:*''ID number'': '''C-05'''
:*''Accessories'': Rocket engine/missile launcher, flame missile
{{toydesigner|[[Shogo Hasui]] (TakaraTomy)}}
:In 2008, ''Classics'' Rodimus was released in Japan as part of the ''[[Henkei! Henkei! Transformers (toyline)|Henkei! Henkei!]] Transformers'' line by [[TakaraTomy]]. Now called "Hot Rodimus", he features several significant deco differences, such as a large orange and yellow flame tampograph on his hood to better resemble the ''Generation 1'' cartoon model's appearance. The other flame tampographs have also been redesigned, his forehead crest is a more subtle colour to distance itself from the ''Energon'' Rodimus homage Hasbro introduced. The only other addition in terms of deco is orange paint on the cuffs of his lower arms. Curiously eschewing the slavish accuracy to the original cartoon's animation models that shaped the coloration of most other ''Henkei! Henkei!'' figures, Hot Rodimus is ''not'' rendered in Hot Rod's classic magenta cartoon color scheme, featuring instead a shade of red that is even darker than that used by the ''Classics'' version, as well as a lighter shade of orange. The clear violet on the ''Classics'' version is clear blue on the Hot Rodimus.

:All ''Henkei! Henkei!'' toys feature a somewhat randomly [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum-metallized]] part somewhere upon them; his headlights are chrome gold paint with clear orange painted on, while his entire spoiler is vacuum-metallized gold.

:A re-release of the figure in the Fall of 2011 had the chrome-orange headlights replaced with plated gold.
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==''Universe'' (2008)==
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[[File:TF-Universe-(2008)-Legends-Class-Rodimus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|He's a Hot Rod without a hot rod.]]
*'''Rodimus''' (Legends Class, 2008)
**''Series'': '''G1 Series'''
{{toydesigner|[[Bill Rawley]] (Hasbro)}}
:Legends Class Rodimus transforms into a generic sports car with a giant spoiler. This toy's design was the basis for Hot Rod's look in the "[[Wings of Honor]]" comic book.

:This mold was [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' [[Smokescreen (Movie)|Smokescreen]] and ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (toyline)|Dark of the Moon]]'' [[Hot Rod (DOTM)|Rodimus]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Autobot/TFURodimus/rodimus.htm More information on ''Universe'' Rodimus at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Universe2008toy-ChallengeatCybertronRodimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|HasTak: pretending Hot Rod was red and not magenta in the movie since 1986.]]
*'''Challenge at Cybertron''' (Deluxe Class figure 3-pack, [[2010]])
**''Series'': '''G1 Series'''
**''Accessories:'' Rocket engine/missile launcher, flame missile
:A redeco of ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' Rodimus was released in the "[[Challenge at Cybertron]]" multi-pack along with redecoes of [[Cyclonus (G1)/toys#ChallengeAtCybertron|Cyclonus]] and [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#ChallengeAtCybertron|Galvatron]]. This version of Rodimus, like the ''Henkei! Henkei!'' figure, is intended to be accurate to the cartoon's colors, though it attempts the idea much more literally, to the point of having solid blue rather than translucent windows.

:The set was exclusively released in Southeast Asian markets by Hasbro Malaysia, but a very similar version of this Rodimus was later released in the [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|"gold box" ''Transformers'' line]] (below).

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Autobot/CACRodimus/rodimus.htm More information on Challenge at Cybertron Rodimus at TFU.info]''
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==''Masterpiece''==
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[[File:Takara Masterpiece Rodimus.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|You hated him when you were ten, and now you'll pay $200 to own him.]]
*'''Rodimus Convoy''' (Masterpiece, 2011)
**''ID number:'' '''MP-9'''
**''Release date'': [[January 29]] 2011
**''Accessories:'' Trailer/[[Mobile Defense Bay]], Photon Eliminator/Photon Lasers Alpha & Beta, [[Matrix of Leadership]], buzzsaw, welding torch
{{toydesigner|[[Hironori Kobayashi]] (TakaraTomy)}}
:The central feature of TakaraTomy's ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' incarnation of good ol' Roddy is its ability to transform from Hot Rod to Rodimus Prime in both robot and vehicle modes. Extensions in the figure's hips give Rodimus some slight extra height over Hot Rod, while a spring-loaded pop-out second face, revealed when the figure's helmet is tilted back, gives him his older, lined features; this face is somewhat narrower than Hot Rod's, combining with a slight elevation of the back-mounted spoiler to further create the illusion of a larger figure. Contrary to expectations, creating Rodimus Prime's vehicle mode does not simply involve slotting Hot Rod's car mode into the larger trailer section; in fact, Hot Rod fits into the trailer ''backwards'', and an entirely new vehicle-front—featuring Rodimus's shorter hood and smaller canopy and lacking an exposed engine block—fips out from beneath the trailer and wraps around his rear end. Both vehicles feature opening canopies, though only Hot Rod has any sculpted interior detail of note. As with most Masterpiece figures, the toy attempts to reproduce Hot Rod's cartoon appearance as faithfully as possible; consequently, this is the first toy to actually render Hot Rod in his cartoon-accurate magenta coloration. Of course, there was no way to make the figure switch to burgundy for Rodimus mode, but in compensation, the front of the cab features the two tone coloration Rodimus Prime featured in the animation.

:As with his original toy, Rodimus Prime's trailer opens up into the Mobile Defense Bay, now through a spring-loaded transformation activated by pressing a button on the trailer's roof. Furthering his armament, the figure comes with Hot Rod's two twin Photon Lasers, which can combine and extend through a spring-loaded [[Automorph Technology|automorph-style]] process into Rodimus Prime's larger Photon Eliminator. The guns can store within his trailer, and mount on any one of six different ports in Defense Bay mode for additional firepower. Like the original Hot Rod toy, a single Photon Laser can mount in the vehicle mode's engine block. ''The Transformers: The Movie'' is the source of inspiration for the rest of his additional gadgets and features, including a built-in version of the retractable visor from the [[Lookout Mountain]] scene, (dropped over the figure's eyes by rotating the circular "ears" on its helmet), the buzzsaw he used in battle on [[Quintessa (planet)|Quintessa]], and the welding torch he used to repair [[Kup (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Kup]]. Both saw and torch store inside his trailer while not in use, and attach to universal clips which rotate out of his forearms. Lastly, and naturally, he also comes with a Matrix of Leadership accessory which stores within his chest, much smaller than the one included with ''Masterpiece'' Optimus Prime, to the extent that Rodimus cannot even hold it by its handles. He can, however, grip Prime's Matrix in his hands.

:Unfortunately, ''Masterpiece'' Rodimus has suffered from numerous quality control issues, which vary from figure to figure. Commonly reported problems include fragile leg panels which break off with ease, the inability of the figure to hold its guns due to shallow peg-holes which conflict with the bending angle of his hands, the springs within the figure's ankles becoming unwound, and the spoiler/backpack assembly refusing to clip into place. Mostly infamously, the slot on the trailer into which the spoiler slips is ''extremely'' narrow as a consequence of its interior being painted; as a result, paint is invariably scraped off the inside and leaves disfiguring marks on the spoiler when the figure is transformed to Rodimus Prime vehicle mode. A second production run, done shortly after Hasbro's release of the figure in a different deco ([[#HasbroMasterpiece|see below]]), amended these issues and also featured some slight changes in paint colors, although the forked chest tab not quite locking properly still seems to be an issue. Some of the second production run retain the original elbows from the first production run while the others feature the retooled elbows from the Hasbro version. The second release also features the retooled crotch plate from the Hasbro release.

:Beginning in March, Bic Camera and Yodobashi Camera stores offered the [[campaign item|promotional freebie]] Targetmaster [[Mini-Con|Micron]] [[Spoilsport#United|Spoilsport]] with the purchase of ''Masterpiece'' Rodimus Convoy. Meanwhile, [[Toys"R"Us]] offered the Targetmaster Micron [[Caliburst (G1)#United|Caliburst]] with purchase.

:If bought in Asian countries outside of Japan, Rodimus Convoy comes with a [[collector coin]], the first of the ''Masterpiece'' figures to do so. The coin's package is a simple square shape, primarily black with flame detailing around the cutout that shows the coin inside, and "The World of Transformers" as the title on the front. The coin itself features his head and the date "2011.01" on one side, and an "MP09" flame detail on the reverse; of note, his name is given as "Rodimus Prime" rather his Japanese name. In some markets, he may also have been available with a black display case. The figure also saw re-release in China at December 2018, with the addition of the "Long Life Design" award labelled on the packaging. The said reissue also features newly-redesigned knee joints that is plagued on previous releases.

:In addition to the Hasbro version, this figure was also redecoed into [[Black Rodimus Convoy#Toys|Black Rodimus Convoy]].
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[[File:MP28-HotRodimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.9|Masterpiece Hot Rod, fishing off the edge of collectors shelves the world over]]
*'''Hot Rodimus''' ([[2016]]-[[February 27|02-27]])
**''ID number:'' '''MP-28'''
**''Accessories:'' buzzsaw, visor, fishing rod, two guns
{{toydesigner|[[Tomoya Miyake]] and [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)}}
:''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' Hot Rodimus transforms into his iconic supercar mode, but does not transform into Rodimus Prime like the previous iteration. He is the same size as the other ''Masterpiece'' Autobot cars, and because of that he fits in both [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#MP10|MP-10 Convoy]] and [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#MP22|MP-22 Ultra Magnus]]'s trailers in altmode. He comes with some of the accessories the MP-9 mold also had, like the guns, the retractable visor and the buzzsaw, but he also comes with a new accessory, a fishing rod that allows you to recreate his first scene in the movie. His chest also includes a Matrix chamber where the MP-10 Matrix can be stored.

:If bought in Asian countries outside of Japan, Hot Rodimus comes with a collector coin. The coin's package is shaped like his chest, and the inside is designed after the Matrix, with the coin as the core, and features Hot Rod's "my actions speak louder than words" motto.

:Interestingly, this ''Masterpiece'' Hot Rod's transformation is ''very'' specifically based around how Hot Rod transforms during the [[Lookout Mountain]] scene of the 1986 animated film, right before the Autobot shuttle arrives. The figure replicates the sequence almost frame for frame with exceptions for the rotation of the spoiler and the placement of the rear tires due to, well, how reality works as opposed to animation.
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[[File:TF-MP40-Targetmaster-Hot-Rodimus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Targetmaster Hot Rodimus''' ([[2018]]-[[February 24|02-24]])
**''ID number:'' '''MP-40'''
**''Accessories:'' [[Firebolt (G1)#MP40|Firebolt]], gun
:"Targetmaster Hot Rodimus" is a redeco of ''Masterpiece'' Hot Rodimus based on his appearance in "[[The Rebirth]]". Now, bear with us on this one; this means that he's got the outdated color scheme used by [[AKOM]] in all their episodes of the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|animated series]], his shoulder vents being the same color as the rest of his arms, the dark and light areas of his helmet are inverted, the "windscreen" on his pelvis is white, and his boots are two shades of grey instead of one (because AKOM would literally translate the shadows on the character model into actual colors). '''''But''''', he's ''so'' precisely based on "The Rebirth" that he actually replicates the slightly degraded colors of the broadcast masters used for the episodes' DVD release (as opposed to the higher-quality "production masters" used for most of the rest of the series), meaning his magenta has become burgundy, and his boots are tinged red instead of plain gray, when by all rights those ''should'' just be the same colors as the previous toy. Additionally, his windshield is clear, and the Autobot symbol on his chest is larger and drawn in the cartoon style.

:Except for a red version of one of the guns, Masterpiece Hot Rodimus's accessories are not included. In their place is a Targetmaster [[Firebolt (G1)#Masterpiece|Firebolt]], a redeco of the Offshoot figure that came with the 2010 ''Transformers'' toyline Masterpiece Rodimus Prime figure, the first time this mold has been released in the Japanese market. As well as being wielded by Hot Rodimus, Firebolt can attach to the engine block in alt mode.
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==''Transformers'' (2010)==
[[File:TF2010toy rod vs cyc.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|We didn't feel like taking a picture of the same toy just with a rubsign, so here's the box.]]
*'''Battle in Space''' (Deluxe figure 2-pack, 2010)
**''Accessories:'' Rocket engine/missile launcher/Photon Blaster, flame missile
:This release of the ''Classics'' Rodimus is a modified version from the Asia market-exclusive [[#ChallengeAtCybertron|"Challenge at Cybertron" 3-pack]], replacing Rodimus's Autobot sigil with a heat-sensitive [[rubsign]]. The only other change from the "Challenge at Cybertron" version is the contrast between the chest flame and the orange backdrop is greater, making the flame deco stand out more. The set also comes with a similarly modified ''Universe'' Cyclonus (with [[Nightstick (G1)|Nightstick]]) from the "Challenge at Cybertron" set, the Autobot [[Matrix of Leadership]] accessory from the 2002 [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#NewYearConvoy|New Year Special Convoy]] reissue of Generation 1 Optimus Prime, and "[[Rodimus vs. Cyclonus]]", a new comic book created specifically for this set by [[IDW Publishing]]. This release of the figure has common mold degradation in the ball joints of the arms.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/RTSRodimus/rodimus.htm More information on "Battle in Space" Rodimus at TFU.info]''
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[[File:2010 sons of cybertron rodimus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Sons of Cybertron''' (2010)
**''Accessories:'' Rocket engine/missile launcher, flame missile
:Released as part of [[TakaraTomy]]'s ''[[Welcome to Transformers 2010]]'' campaign, this redeco of [[#Classics|''Classics'' Rodimus]] is cast in translucent plastic and features the [[#Henkei! Henkei!|''Henkei! Henkei!'' release]]'s paint applications. He is packed with a similarly translucent Deluxe Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Classics|Optimus Prime]] from the ''Classics'' "Ultimate Battle" pack and [[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|2008 ''Universe'']] Special Edition.

:This ''Classics''/''Henkei''-based Sons of Cybertron set is a counterpart to TakaraTomy's ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Transformers Animated]]'' Sons of Cybertron set, which also features translucent versions of ''Animated'' Deluxe Class [[Optimus Prime (Animated)/toys|Optimus Prime]] and [[Rodimus Prime (Animated)|Rodimus]].

:The ''Classics''/''Henkei'' Sons of Cybertron set was intended for the Japanese Chara Hobby 2010 festival, but was also initially offered as a raffle prize at the Cybertron Philippines, Toy Kingdom and SM Makati and [[Hasbro]]-partnered Autobot Alliance/Cybertron Con event that launched the ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'', [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|''Transformers'' (2010)]] and [[Power Core Combiners]] toylines in the Philippines.,<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20151009095724/https://news.tfw2005.com/2010/06/18/sons-of-cybertron-crystal-classics-optimus-prime-and-rodimus-set-images-169977 TFW2005.com reports on the Philippines Autobot Alliance/Cybertron Con event. June 18, 2010]</ref> and was available for purchase at the [[Cybertron Con 2010]] [[Shanghai]] convention as well as various online toy retailers.

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[[File:TF2010toy masterpiece rodimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|They labeled me as "Rodimus Prime", but [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#20th Anniversary/Masterpiece|I don't have the trailer]]?]]
*'''Masterpiece Rodimus Prime''' (2011)
**''Accessories:'' Photon Eliminator/Photon Lasers Alpha & Beta, small [[Matrix of Leadership]], large Matrix of Leadership, buzzsaw, welding torch, Offshoot

:The Hasbro version of ''Masterpiece'' Rodimus Prime is a Toys"R"Us exclusive. Redecoed from the Takara version to appear more like the original toy, this version omits the trailer preventing him from transforming into Rodimus Prime's futuristic truck mode. He does however include [[Firebolt (G1)#Transformers (2010)|Offshoot]], a Targetmaster figure, as well as all the other accessories from the Takara release.

:Every plastic color is changed and many painted details are added, changed, and downright omitted from the TakaraTomy version in an effort to make him appear more toy accurate. The light gray plastic is a more metallic darker gray, the magenta is now maroon, the orange is a darker shade, and the clear blue window is a darker blue. Other changes include the hip joints and rear end, which are now black instead of magenta, the boots, which are now maroon instead of gray, and the feet, which are now black (to mimic the plastic toe variation rather than the metal toe variation from the original figure). His accessories have also changed in plastic color, with his welding tool now being maroon instead of gray, his buzz saw being smoky transparent blue instead of smoky colorless transparent plastic, and the Photon Lasers being cast in a different color. Notable paint omissions include the arm cuffs, collar, brake-lights, headlights, and the rear exhaust. His head also lacks the cartoon specific coloration, instead leaving it mostly unpainted like the original figure. Paint operation differences include the fins of the spoiler being a more subdued glossy yellow and the flame detail on his chest being a new pattern (different from the TakaraTomy version). His paint additions include the waist, which is entirely painted over rather than letting some of the transparency show through, and the center portion of the spoiler, which is now painted over yellow instead of unpainted orange plastic. His Autobot symbol is a different size and without any additional outline color, and his Photon Lasers feature some additional painted details as well. Additional details mimicking the original toy's stickers are now also present on the shins and he includes an optional sticker sheet featuring stickers similar to the original arm stickers of the Hot Rod toy, with stickers of both the [[Autobot]] and [[Decepticon]] [[insignia]]s as well. Another difference is the rims, which are un[[Vacuum metallizing|chromed]], showing the gray plastic underneath. In fact, the only things remaining the same are the chrome exhaust and the color of the rubber tires.

:This version of Rodimus features the same Matrix of Leadership included with the TakaraTomy version (minus the silver and gold chrome, replaced with unpainted gray and gold painted sections), but also an additional new mold matrix similar to the one included with the original Masterpiece Optimus.

:The Hasbro version of Rodimus featured retooled elbow joints that, when separated, make it difficult for him to hold a pose with his arms. The crotch plate was retooled on its underside to help prevent it from hitting the ground while in car mode.

:Hasbro's Rodimus, sadly, ''will'' eventually tear itself apart due to overly powerful springs putting constant pressure on peculiarly weak plastic. The arms have a disheartening tendency to spontaneously break at either pinned section of the shoulder joint, while the upper ratchet in the knee has a high likelihood of shattering, either rendering him only durable enough to transform a few scant times. Just pose him once and back away slowly... There are third party die-cast knee joint replacements, but good luck finding some.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/MPRodimusPrime/rodimusprime.htm More information on Hasbro Masterpiece Rodimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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==''Chronicle''==
[[File:EZCollectionHotRodimusToy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Hot Rodimus''' (EZ Collection, 2011)
:''[[Transformers Chronicle (toyline)|Chronicle]]'' Hot Rodimus is redeco of the ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Legends Class (2005)|Legends Class]] Rodimus. While some of his deco (flames, hands, spoiler, and his head) is entirely the same as the ''Universe'' toy, Rodimus features cartoon-accurate magenta plastic, his thighs and feet were painted orange (though his feet is gray the stock photos), and his windows were painted metallic blue.

:Like other ''Chronicle'' Legends toys, he is sold in a blindpacked box.
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==''United''==
[[File:Unitedtoy-RodimuseHobby.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|The blue makes him look edible, but the green stops you.]]
*'''Autobot Set''' (3-pack, 2011)
**''Accessories:'' rocket engine/missile launcher, flame missile
:Dubbed "Hot Rod Blue Clear Version", this [[redeco]] of the oft-used ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' Rodimus mold is cast in transparent blue plastics, emulating the scene in ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'' where Hot Rod catches the [[Matrix of Leadership]] to keep it from hitting the floor after a dying [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] dropped it. Of interest is the fact that '''all''' the plastic parts are translucent, even the usually "softer"/unpaintable/never-clear nylon parts—a trend not seen on any other "clear" toys produced before.

:This version was only available in an [[e-HOBBY]] [[exclusive]] 3-pack with a [[Kup (G1)/toys#UnitedDamage|battle-damaged Kup]] and [[Scrapheap (G1)#United|Scrapheap]]. Preorders for the set were opened on [[December 13]] of 2010 and closed on [[January 11]] of 2011, and shipped in April.

:This figure was available with a Hot Rod pin and [[Macrocosmic Seekers]] booklet directly from e-HOBBY, he was also released in Asian countries outside of Japan without said pin and booklet.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Cybertron/HotRod/hotrod.htm More information on e-HOBBY ''United'' Hot Rod at TFU.info]''

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[[File:UnitedToyRodimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Rodimus Prime''' (Deluxe, January 2012)
**''ID number:'' '''UN-23'''
**''Accessories:'' rocket engine/missile launcher, flame missile
:Released in early 2012 as part of the ''United'' toy line, this marks the first [[retool]] of the ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' Rodimus mold. To help the mold fit the character of Rodimus Prime, [[TakaraTomy]] chose a color scheme that homaged his original [[The Transformers (cartoon)|Generation 1]] cartoon color scheme and altered the mold to improve compatibility with [[Mini-Con]]s released around the same time. This release features new Generation One toy-inspired flame decos on the car's hood and sides, several sections (notably the roof and the area around the headlights) painted a sparkly dark maroon color (to mimic the two toned coloration of the front of Rodimus Prime's truck mode in the animation), as well as a white face and hands and an orange hood. [[TakaraTomy]] also retooled the toy's engine block to add a 5 mm peg and added a 5 mm hole underneath the toy's right hand to allow the toy to use the recent [[Arms Micron]] Mini-Cons.

:Both the maroon and orange plastic of the figure vary from any other release. Also notable is this is the first version of this mold to have the spoiler molded in an entirely different plastic color than the thighs (a good number of the other versions of this mold paint the spoiler a different color to achieve a certain look).

:Like the 5th and 6th wave figures, Rodimus's package features a sticker that said "limited quantity (数量限定)", indicating that this figure is released in limited numbers after its first and only shipment.
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==''EZ Collection Gum''==
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[[File:EZC-toy Rodimus Gum.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|If you're gonna chew, Dan-O, chew in style!]]
*'''Hot Rodimus''' (Candy toy, 2012)
**''ID number'': '''2'''
**''Release Date'': [[July 30]] 2012
:Part of the ''[[EZ Collection]] Gum'' [[candy toy]] series made by TakaraTomy A.R.T.S., this Hot Rodimus is a metallic redeco of the Universe Legends Class toy. While his color layouts are identical to the ''Chronicle'' toy, Hot Rodimus's red plastics have been absolutely ''covered'' in metallic dark red paint, and his gold and blue paints are also now a shiny metallic gloss.

:As per the toyline's name, he comes with a yellow candy-shelled piece of lemony-flavored gum.
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==''Kre-O''==
[[File:KreO-Toy RodimusKreon.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|A Scoped pistol? Yup, he's definitely helping Megatron.]]
*'''Rodimus''' (Kreon Micro-Changer, [[2014]])
**''Bag number'': '''33501 41'''
**''Accessories'': Stand-brick, scoped pistol
{{toydesigner|[[Ed Masiello]] (Hasbro)}}
:Part of the fourth assortment of [[Blindpacking|blind-bagged]] [[Kreon]] [[Micro-Changer]]s, Rodimus can be rebuilt from a humanoid into a hot rod. He reuses the Ironhide helmet, and the face [[tampograph]] from the Custom Kreon.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/Kre-ORodimus/rodimus.htm More information on Rodimus at TFU.info]''
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==''Hero Mashers''==
[[File:HM-toy Rodimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Suffering from self-esteem issues, Rodimus took to using steroids.]]
*'''Rodimus''' (Hero Mashers, 2014)
**''Pieces'': '''9'''
**''Accessories'': Spoiler/blaster
:Part of the second wave of ''Transformers [[Hero Mashers]]'' basic Action Figures, Rodimus is a non-transforming action figure with ratchet-joints, about six inches tall. He has multiple peg-holes all over that can be used to mount any ''Hero Mashers'' accessory.

:He is designed with a removable head, forearms, thighs, and lower legs, all of which use the same clip-peg/hole joint. This means his pieces can be swapped around in any order, as well as swapped with any other ''Hero Mashers'' figure... which includes figures from [[Marvel Comics]], ''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]]'', and ''[[Jurassic Park|Jurassic World]]'', meaning you can make some pretty freaky combinations.

:Rather than coming with a (nominally) hand-held weapon accessory, Rodimus comes with a spoiler for his back. Of course, being a ''Hero Mashers'' piece, it can be attached anywhere, including being hand-held, and the molding gives the impression of having a gun barrel, so go nuts.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/HMRodimus/rodimus.htm More information on ''Hero Mashers'' Rodimus at TFU.info]''
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==''Q-Transformers''==
[[File:QTransformers Hot Rodimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Hot Rodimus''' (2014-[[December 26|12-26]])
**''ID number:'' '''QT-07'''
:''[[Q-Transformers]]'' Hot Rodimus transforms from a cute [[super deformed]] Toyota 86 to a just as cute robot. He comes with a code for unlocking Hot Rod as a playable character in the ''[[Q-Transformers: Mystery of Convoy Returns]]'' game.
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==''Combiner Wars''==
[[File:2015CombinerWarsHotRod.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|24 years later, I've become [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Return of Convoy|his]] Micromaster, again.]]
*'''Rodimus''' (Legends Class, [[2015]])
**Accessories: Axe/Breastplate
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)}}
:Part of the fourth wave of the ''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' subline imprint of ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'', Legends Class Rodimus is a redeco and new-head retool of ''Generations'' Legends Class Decepticon [[Blackjack (G1)#Generations|Blackjack]], transforming into a red sports car to robot and back! He and his axe are also able to plug into the chest of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Combiner Wars|Optimus Prime]], as an homage to [[#Return of Convoy|his Micromaster toy]] from the ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Return of Convoy (toyline)|Return of Convoy]]'' toyline of old.

:''The axe '''cannot''' plug onto his back, so don't even try to think about doing it.''

:Rodimus's [[stock photography]] shows him with his thighs, torso, and axe molded in yellow. The final toy, however, has these parts in orange, giving him more traditional robot mode colors in exchange for a less-accurate orange spoiler in vehicle mode.

:He includes a collector card featuring art from the "[[The Colossus War]]" episode of ''Transformers Legends'', which is based on his old Generation 1 body rather than his new look in the toy. The included instructions, while calling him a part of Optimus Maximus, show him attached to a control drawing of [[Ultra Prime]] instead.

:The original version of this mold was also used to make ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 toyline)|Adventure]]'' [[Runabout (RID)|Runabout]] and [[Runamuck (RID)|Runamuck]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2015/Autobot/CWLegRodimus/rodimus.htm More information on ''Combiner Wars'' Rodimus at TFU.info]
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==''Platinum Edition''==
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[[File:TF-Platinum-Edition-POJC-Hot-Rod.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Alright! Hot Rod is back, let's PARTY!]]
*'''Planet of Junk Clash''' (Platinum Edition Deluxe 3-pack, 2016)
**''Accessories'':rocket engine/missile launcher, flame missile
:Part of Hasbro's ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' offerings for 2016 intended to commemorate the 30th anniversary of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', "Autobot Hot Rod" (who finally got his name back) is a redeco of the ''[[#United|United]]'' Rodimus Prime figure, which is a retool of the ''Classics'' Rodimus toy. While the toy's deco was similar to the first ''Classics'' figure, Hot Rod features yellow plastic on his spoilers, thighs, and his launcher's trigger, and grey plastic on his shins. Autobot Hot Rod also features orange-yellow paint on his vehicle headlights, and an Autobot sigil on his vehicle hood/robot chest, just like his ''Henkei'' and ''Reveal the Shield'' figures. His backpack and hood/chest piece are painted in a darker red. Hot Rod retains the retooled exposed engine and the lower forearm from the ''United'' Rodimus Prime release, allowing for [[Mini-Con]]s from the ''[[Power Core Combiners]]'' line and their redecos to attach to the large peg/forearm as an undocumented feature.

:Hot Rod's robot mode is mistransformed in all his [[stock photography|stock photos]], including the in-package image: his backpack and fins aren't rotated properly in place. Ironically, the mistransformation also gives proper clearance for the shoulder articulation in robot mode.

:Hot Rod was only available as a part of the "Planet of Junk Clash" set with [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#PlanetOfJunkClash|Wreck-Gar]] and [[Scrapheap (G1)#Generations|Junkion Scrapheap]]. In the United States, this set was officially a [[Target]] exclusive, though only ever found at a single Target store, otherwise only available via the company's website. However, it was also stocked by several US-based online retailers [[BigBadToyStore]] and TFSource, who supposedly obtained it as an import from Asia. It was available in several of Hasbro's Asian markets (namely Singapore and the Philippines; it's currently unknown whether it was exclusive to any particular stores there or not). In Canada, it was sold at [[Toys"R"Us]] stores, whereas in Chile, it was sold at Ripley stores. In the United Kingdom, it was also sold at Toys"R"Us stores, whereas in Spain, it was available via the Spanish subsidiary of [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]], as well as the department store chain El Corte Inglés. It's currently unknown if it was also available in stores, or limited to online purchases. In Italy, it was sold at Toys Center stores, making it the first ''Platinum'' set ever released in that country.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2016/Autobot/PlatinumHotRod/hotrod.htm More information on ''Platinum Edition'' Autobot Hot Rod at TFU.info]
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[[File:TF-Platinum-Edition-RoRP-Rodimus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Arise, [[Die-cast|Lost-art]]imus Prime.]]
*'''Rise of Rodimus Prime''' (Platinum Edition 2-pack, [[2017]])
**''Accessories'': gun, missile, Matrix of Leadership
:Unlike most of the figures from Hasbro's 2016 ''Platinum Edition'' offerings commemorating the 30th Anniversary of ''The Transformers: The Movie'', this Rodimus Prime is not a redeco of what [[fandom|fans]] would consider a "[[CHUG]]" figure, but of his ''[[#Titanium Series|Titanium Series]]'' toy, nine years after its initial release, retaining the original figure's [[die-cast]] construction. Rodimus Prime was available as part of a 2-pack with [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Galvatron]], aptly named "Rise of Rodimus Prime", which also contained a [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Platinum Edition|Matrix of Leadership]] accessory, a redeco of the Matrix originally included with ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#MP10|MP-10 Convoy]]/[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#mp10hasbro|Optimus Prime]]. Unfortunately, Rodimus cannot hold it.

:Like several of the 2016 ''Platinum Edition'' sets, "Rise of Rodimus Prime" saw a very limited release: Basically, the two-pack was released in some of Hasbro's Asian markets, was stocked by some online retailers in the United States that obtain their stock through Asian vendors (such as [[BigBadToyStore]] and TFSource), and aside from that apparently only ever saw a wider release in ''Brazil'', of all places, where it was also first officially revealed by Hasbro at ABRIN (the Brazilian Toy Fair) in April of 2016. ''That's it''. The set never saw an official Hasbro-initiated release in the United States.
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==''Titans Return''==
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[[File:TF-Generations-Titans-Return-Hot-Rod.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Head-on with style.]]
*'''Firedrive & Autobot Hot Rod''' (Deluxe Class, 2016)
**''Accessories'': 2 rifles, [[Firebolt (G1)#Generations|Firedrive]] Titan Master
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)}}
:''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'' "Autobot Hot Rod" transforms from robot into a futuristic sports car based on his [[#Generation 1|original Generation 1 toy]]. Like all Deluxe ''Titans Return'' toys, Hot Rod's cockpit can be opened to reveal a seat that allows any [[Titan Master]] figure to man it in both modes. Hot Rod comes with his Titan Master partner Firedrive (a renamed Firebolt), who fits into his vehicle mode cockpit and transforms into his robot mode head. As with other ''Titans Return'' toys, Hot Rod can accommodate any Titan Master figure in both robot and vehicle mode. His two 5 mm rifles can be clipped together to form a larger gun with a Titan Master seat, which can be tabbed into Hot Rod's engine block in an homage to where G1 Firebolt could attach.

:Similar to most ''Titans Returns'' toys, Hot Rod's Titan Master gimmick suffers from a design flaw leading to difficulties in applying the head to the body. In this case, the construction around Hot Rod's neckhole leaves it difficult to peg Firedrive's head in correctly, which can lead to the head being inadvertently pegged in sideways. In addition, some units suffer a molding error resulting in bumps on the lower right lip.

:As documented in his instructions, but not in his stock photography, Hot Rod's weapons can be pegged (when separated) into the sides of his vehicle mode, with just barely enough clearance for his wheels to still touch the ground.

:Hot Rod can use the ''Siege'' [[Battle Master]] [[Firebolt (G1)#War for Cybertron: Siege|Firedrive]] (although you can't attach him on Hot Rod's vehicle engine) if one is okay with simultaneously having two Firedrives.

:Some copies were erroneously packaged with instructions for [[Getaway#Titans Return|Breakaway and Throttle]].

:This mold serves as the model for [[Pointblank#Legends comic|Pointblank]] in the ''Legends'' manga. The mold included a [[Retool#Gang-molded alternate parts|pretooled]] alternate head for an IDW-inspired Rodimus, but this was never used.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20200809001511/https://www.allspark.com/2017/10/our-nycc-2017-interview-with-john-warden-design-manager/ NYCC 2017 John Warden interview]</ref>
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[[File:TR-toy RodimusPrime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|That's not a camera focus problem, the head mode deco really is that faded and fuzzy.]]
*'''Chaos on Velocitron''' (gift set, 2017)
:''Titans Return'' Rodimus Prime is a [[retool]] of Titan Master [[Swoop (G1)/toys#Titans Return|Ptero]] with a new torso and head-mode face, both of which are painted-over [[die-cast]] metal. He features peg holes in his feet to attach to a variety of ''Titans Return'' figures, and can form the head of any Deluxe-or-larger figure from the line. Rodimus Prime provides the power of "Ultimate Speed Boost".

:Due to its partial die-cast construction, the ball joint that connects the Titan Master's head to its torso ends up being less flexible than on other Titan Master figures made entirely out of plastic, which leaves Rodimus Prime with a very stiff neck when plugged into a larger ''Titans Return'' figure.

:He was only available in a box set named "Chaos on Velocitron" that includes [[Quickswitch#Titans Return|Quickswitch]] and [[Dynamus#Titans Return|Dynamus]], [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#TRCOV|Laser Prime]] and [[Refractor#Titans Return|Refractor]], [[Nautica (G1)#Titans Return|Nautica]] and [[Parsec#Titans Return|Parsec]], and [[Fastlane#Titans Return|Fastclash]]. The set was officially announced by Hasbro to be a [[Toys"R"Us]] [[exclusive]], and was sold at stores in the United States, Canada, and Hasbro's Asian markets (such as Malaysia, Singapore, and Hong Kong). Despite this, it later became available via [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]] in the United States (but not in Canada) as well, actually sold by Amazon directly (as compared to a third-party seller).

:The torso was later reused for fellow die-cast Titan Masters [[Thunderwing (G1)#Titans Return|Thunderwing]], [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Titans Return|Ultra Magnus]], and [[Scorponok (G1)#Titans Return|Scorponok]].
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==''Legends''==
[[File:TF-LG-45-Targetmaster-Rodimus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Check out my chest tattoo!]]
*'''Targetmaster Hot Rodimus (Targetmaster Hot Rod)'''<ref>The Japanese text on the packaging is ホットロディマス / "Hot Rodimus", but the English subtitle says "Hot Rod".</ref> (Deluxe Class, [[2017]]-[[September 30|09-30]])
**''ID Number'': '''LG45'''
**''Accessories'': Headmaster, [[Shaoshao Li#Legends|Firebolt]] Targetmaster
:''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' "Targetmaster Hot Rodimus" is a redeco and retool of [[#Titans Return|''Titans Return'' Hot Rod]], featuring a more cartoon-accurate maroon color scheme, painted rims, and a retooled chestplate which, in addition to featuring transparent flames, also allows you to hide the hood engine in robot mode. He comes with Firebolt, an all new mold [[Targetmaster (technology)|Targetmaster]] that replaces the original mold's guns. This figure was later redecoed into [[Ken Masters|Ken]].

:The lower right lip molding error from the ''Titans Return'' figure is present on some examples of this figure.
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==''Transformers Collectors' Club''==
[[File:GIJ-TF-Club-Crossover-Only-Human-Rodimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Autobot Leader Code Name: Rodimus Prime''' (2017)
**''Accessories'': 2 photon blasters, fishing pole, fishing pole strike, fish, display base
:This figure represents Rodimus Prime's [[synthoid]] human body seen in the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|original cartoon]] season 3 episode "[[Only Human]]". It consists of a combination of redecoed parts from existing ''[[G.I. Joe (franchise)|G.I. Joe]]'' figures; namely, the head of the 2008 version of [[Hawk (G.I. Joe)|Hawk]], the torso and waist of the 2009 ''Resolute'' version of [[Duke (G.I. Joe)|Duke]], the arms and hands of the 2010 ''Pursuit of Cobra'' version of [[Dusty]], the upper legs of the 2009 ''Rise of Cobra'' version of [[Shipwreck]], and the lower legs and feet of the 2010 ''Pursuit of Cobra'' version of [[Recondo]]. With the exception of the upper legs, this combination of parts was previously already used for the 2011 ''Pursuit of Cobra'' version of Hawk, which was also the first figure to include the vest accessory that is recolored for this figure, meant to recreate the look of the synthoid Rodimus Prime's jumpsuit in ''Only Human''.

:The remaining accessories are redecos of the 2013 ''Retaliation'' [[Blind Master]]'s sword cane/staff and flying saw, which are combined and reinterpreted as a fishing pole, the barracuda that came with the original 1990 ''Iron Grenadiers'' version of [https://www.yojoe.com/action/90/undertow.shtml Undertow], and the guns that originally came with the 2013 ''Retaliation'' [https://www.yojoe.com/action/13/dataviper.shtml Data-Viper] figure. A recolor of the UAV drone that usually goes with those guns was included with the concurrently released [[Arcee (G1)/toys#Transformers Collectors' Club|Autobot Warrior Code Name: Arcee]] figure, and can be worn by Rodimus Prime on his back, mimicking the look of the Rodimus Prime robot's spoiler. The included display base/stand is the generic 2013 ''Retaliation'' version, with a tampographed Autobot insignia.

:Despite being branded only as a ''Transformers'' product, this figure was exclusively available through both Fun Publications' ''G.I. Joe'' and [[Transformers Collectors' Club|''Transformers'' Collectors' Club]] online stores.

::*''[https://www.yojoe.com/action/17/rodimus.shtml More information on Autobot Leader Code Name: Rodimus Prime at YoJoe.com]''
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==''Power of the Primes''==
[[File:PowerOfThePrimestoy-RodimusPrimeEvolved.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Well, it's about time [[Hasbro|they]] made it.]]
*'''Evolution Rodimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2018)
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''PP-08'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': '''[[May 25]], [[2018]]'''
**''Accessories'': trailer/evolution armor, evolution armor arms, rifle (formed by two blasters), [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Power of the Primes|Matrix of Leadership]] frame, Matrix of Leadership core
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)|[[Emiliano Santalucia]] and [[Robby Musso]] (concept art)}}

:''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'' "Evolution Rodimus Prime" consists of a Deluxe-sized Hot Rod and a trailer, which can combine with the smaller robot to form the Leader-sized Rodimus Prime. Both robot modes feature exceptional articulation, largely due to the way both robot modes transform. However, neither has a rotating waist for the same reason. This figure features minimal [[Partformer|partsforming]], with the Rodimus Prime fists being formed by attaching the two halves of the front end of the trailer to Hot Rod's knees.

:He includes a [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Power of the Primes|Matrix of Leadership]] accessory that has a removable center crystal, allowing any [[Prime Master]] to take its place. The Matrix can be stored within Rodimus's robot mode chest. Unfortunately, neither of his robot modes can actually hold it due to having standard 5 mm hands. His two guns, one of which is based on his original toy's Photon Rifle, can combine into a rifle similar to his Photon Eliminator. In vehicle mode, his weapons can be mounted in the two 5 mm holes near the back end of his trailer or stored on Rodimus Prime's back. The trailer portion also has two pegs to stand a [[Titan Master]], [[Prime Master]], or decoy armor on.

:Surprisingly, the TakaraTomy stock photos of the Hot Rod figure are mistransformed: His yellow spoiler is not present in robot mode. This is only possible in the toy by removing the entire canopy of Hot Rod's vehicle mode, which is attached by a mushroom joint. Like the last version, Hot Rod/Rodimus can use the Battle Master Firedrive.

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[[File:TF-POTP-Leader-Class-Evo-Rodimus-Unicronus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|"[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys|You]] are '''nothing!'''"]]
*'''Evolution Rodimus Unicronus''' (Leader Class, 2018)
**''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''PP-40'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': '''[[November 24]], 2018'''
**''Accessories'': trailer/evolution armor, evolution armor arms, rifle (formed by two blasters), [[Matrix of Conquest#Generations|Matrix of Chaos]] frame, Matrix of Chaos core
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging artist)}}
:''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'' "Evolution Rodimus Unicronus" is a retool of the above Rodimus Prime toy, featuring a new goateed head and color scheme based on those of ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (franchise)|Shattered Glass]]'' [[Rodimus (SG)#Toys|Rodimus]]. His smaller Deluxe-sized form is "Nemesis Hot Rod", and represents the character in a [[Unicron]]-corrupted state. He includes a [[Matrix of Conquest#Generations|Matrix of Chaos]] accessory that has a removable center crystal, allowing any [[Prime Master]] to take its place. The Matrix can be stored within Rodimus's robot mode chest. It's best to be careful with the "RODIMUS" stickers on his knees, as they can and will peel off easily.

:Stock renders released by Hasbro at [[New York Comic Con#2017|NYCC]] 2017 showed him with purple Decepticon insignias, but the [[:File:NYCC2017RodimusUnicronusSymbols.jpg|physical prototypes]] had purple Autobot insignias instead, and the stock photos showed him with both. The finalized toy has Decepticon insignias.
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==''Street Fighter II × Transformers''==
[[File:Collab-toy SF2 Ken.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"So, wanna fight fire with fire, huh?"]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Hot Rodimus [Ken] vs Arcee [Chun-Li]''' (Two-pack, [[2018]])}}</ul>
:*''Release date'': [[May 26]], 2018
:*''Accessories'': left & right rifles, Headmaster
:Available as part of the exclusive ''[[Street Fighter II × Transformers]]'' toyline, Hot Rodimus is a redeco of ''Legends'' [[#Legends|Targetmaster Hot Rodimus]] (itself a retool of ''Titans Return'' Deluxe Class [[#TitansReturn|Hot Rod]]) in [[Ken Masters|Ken]]'s traditional colors, luxurious eyebrows, and flesh tones and all. He transforms from a robot to a Cybertronian sports car and back. The ''Street Fighter II'' logo is printed on the car's spoiler, and the smaller Headmaster's robot mode is also painted to resemble Ken.

:Like all Deluxe-sized ''Titans Return'' toys, Hot Rodimus's cockpit can be opened to reveal a seat that allows any [[Titan Master]]/Headmaster figure to pilot it in both modes. His two rifles can be clipped together to form a larger gun with a Headmaster seat; separately they can be pegged behind Hot Rodimus's front wheels or one can be pegged into his engine.

:Hot Rodimus was only available in a two-pack with [[Arcee (G1)/toys#Street Fighter II × Transformers|Arcee]] [[Chun-Li#Toys|[Chun-Li]]]. This set was available for pre-order on [[TakaraTomy Mall]] from [[November 22]] to [[November 27|27]], 2017, with orders fulfilled in late May of 2018. A pre-order goal was set as well: if 3000 units were pre-ordered in total, the set would also come with clear display stands for both toys.

:This two-pack was later brought to the West in 2022 as part of the ''[[Transformers Collaborative]]'' line, released as a [[Target]] and [[Hasbro Pulse]] exclusive in the United States. These releases are functionally identical to the Takara versions; the Hasbro versions have new manufacturing tampographs, but are otherwise the same. They even have all of the Takara packaging ''inside'' the new Hasbro outer packaging!
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==''Vintage G1''==
[[File:Walmart-Vintage-G1-Hot-Rod.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Till all are bought!]]
*'''Hot Rod''' (Walmart exclusive reissue, 2018)
**''Accessories:'' 2 photon lasers
:In a very unexpected turn, the original Hot Rod toy was reissued as a [[Walmart]] [[exclusive]] in 2018, under the ''[[Vintage|Vintage G1]]'' banner, using the mold utilized for ''The Transformers Collection'' reissue (which includes the 5 mm posts on his weapons). Like the original toy, Hot Rod entirely uses stickers instead of a combo of tampographs and stickers seen in ''The Transformers Collection'' release. However, unlike the original toy, ''Vintage G1'' Hot Rod uses "Targetmaster"-style chromed stickers, rather than flat colored versions. The rubsign is an all-new type used on all of the ''Vintage G1'' toys; the insignia only turns red rather than the mood-ring multicolor of older rubsigns, plus the silver border is mirror-level reflective.

:Unlike most of the original Hot Rod toys and the packaging stock photo, he is packaged with his vehicle front view facing backwards. Later shipments of the toy were packaged with Hot Rod's car facing frontwards.
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==''Studio Series''==
[[File:TF-Studio-Series-86-04-Voyager-Autobot-Hot-Rod.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Who needs that [[Sideswipe (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Siege|Sideswipe mold]] anyways!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Hot Rod''' (Voyager Class, [[2020]]-[[2021]])}}</ul>
:*''Movie'': '''''The Transformers: The Movie'''''
:*''Hasbro ID number'': '''86-04'''
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''SS-60'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[April 20]], [[2021]]
:*''Accessories'': 2 photon lasers, buzzsaw, [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Studio Series|Matrix of Leadership]], 2 [[Fire Blast effect]]s, Matrix "glow" effect, "The Depths of Unicron" backdrop
{{toydesigner|[[Evan Brooks]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Mario Carreiro]], [[Christina Murphy]] and [[Amy Bence]] (packaging),<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/live/52ddGYMyvpE?si=7l7OP6YeEB9W82xR&t=9841 Transformers Panel] at [[Hasbro Pulse Con 2024]] with [[Ben MacCrae]], [[Evan Brooks]], [[Mark Maher]], [[Marcelo Matere]], and [[Nate Purswell]].</ref> [[AJ Piejko-Brown]] (original packaging concept), [[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging artist)}}

:Released to commemorate the 35th anniversary of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', ''[[Studio Series]]'' "Autobot Hot Rod" is a screen-accurate, Deluxe-sized mold that converts into the same ol' classic futuristic sports car. The colors, however, are a more toy-based red rather than ''Movie''-based magenta, due to management decision.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Before we move to final production, we have a big team meeting where we all come together and look at the figures and deco before approving them. While presenting this item and the first wave of kingdom, there was some rumbling from upper management. The original colors presented were pure magenta and that came as a bit of a shock to a few folks. The reaction is understandable, every toy of classic Hotrod has been some variation of red. There was some back and forth, references shown on both sides as to what colors he should be and this is how he ended up.

I was still so new to the team that my voice didn't carry that much weight even while showing clips of the 86 movie. I think there was still some confusion as to what this SS86 line was supposed to be but I'm happy to say that this was the only time this sort of thing has ever happened. Granted, Kingdom Cheetor and Megatron also had their colors shifted in this meeting...which was just strange...but that's corporate life.|name=Evan Brooks|site=Instagram|year=2022|month=04|day=13|link=https://www.instagram.com/p/CcT189ZOAKc/}}</ref> The toy is sold at a Voyager price point due to a noticeably higher parts count that yields more accessories, articulation, and transformation intricacy. Aside from his 2 photon blasters, Hot Rod also comes with a Matrix accessory (very similar to ''[[War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Earthrise|Optimus Prime's]]), an aura effect part to attach to the Matrix, a snap-on buzzsaw, and two blast effect parts that can attach to his exhaust pipes or guns.

:Inside his helmet, he has a deployable visor as seen in the [[Lookout Mountain]] scene. His right hand can flip to be replaced with the welding torch he used to repair [[Kup (G1)|Kup]] on [[Quintessa (planet)|Quintessa]], while his left hand flips to reveal a [[5 mm post]] for the buzzsaw or other compatible accessories. His enhanced articulation includes opening hands that can grasp his Matrix and "butterfly" shoulder joints that aid him in assuming iconic poses from the film.

:In vehicle mode, Hot Rod's guns plug into his engine block and then his buzzsaw accessory plugs on top of the guns; this two-layered accessory stacking is also supported on his robot back and the roof of the car. However, tabbing the guns into the saw creates stress on the plastic slots of the saw. Additionally, since both the guns and the engine are painted, this risks leaving scratches. Similarly, caution should be used when uniting and separating the painted silver pipes on the arms and legs during transformation, as the clips that connect the arm and leg pipes are small and prone to snapping. The Matrix accessory has no official storage, but can comfortably rest in his chest cavity in both modes, or attach to the blaster handles via its 5 mm port. Unlike many contemporary toys, Hot Rod does not have 5 mm ports on his body, except for one under each of his feet.

:As with other ''Studio Series'' figures, the interior of the packaging can form a diorama display for the figure. In this case, it is the shot of Hot Rod about to open the Matrix as he stands within [[Unicron/Generation 1|Unicron]]'s innards.

:In 2021, Hot Rod repacked in Wave 15 with with significantly altered packaging in accordance with Hasbro's new plastic-free packaging approach. This packaging [[variant]] had different UPC and EAN barcodes than the original version.

:This figure was also retooled into ''Shattered Glass Collection'' [[Rodimus (SG)#Shattered Glass Collection|Rodimus]].

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[[File:TF Studio Series MTMTE 86 Hot Rod.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|On Wednesdays we wear pink.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Hot Rod''' (Voyager Class, [[2026]])}}</ul>
:*''Movie'': '''''The Transformers: The Movie'''''
:*''Accessories'': 2 photon lasers, buzzsaw, [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Studio Series|Matrix of Leadership]], fishing rod, beam sword, shield

:Released in the ''Studio Series'' "MTMTE Collection" for the 40th anniversary of ''The Transformers: The Movie'', this redeco of Hot Rod replaces the red with magenta, and features additional paint applications on his collar, forearms, crotch, knees, and rear wheels, all to better match his appearance in the film. Furthermore, some of the yellow [[unpaintable plastic]] parts are now cast in magenta, most notably, the roof of his car, to better blend in with the rest of the toy. The painted gray face is also a lighter shade, and the silver on his exhaust pipes, shoulders, and buzzsaw is replaced with a sparkly gray.

:Instead of blast effects, Hot Rod includes the fishing rod from the beginning of the film and the shield and sword from his training session with the [[auto-combatant]]. The shield has a hinge at the base of the handle, and can combine with the sword and/or buzzsaw for storage. The fishing rod also has a 5 mm port on the reel for storage. The Matrix is unpainted, along with the tabs on his two blasters, likely to avoid the paint-chipping issues when storing the blasters as was with the original release. All the new and old accessories can store on his car mode or his back in robot mode.

:The yellow stripe on his wrists has been painted horizontally to match the existing sculpted detail instead of vertically like his animation model. His orange painted knees also resemble the orange thrusters the animation model has in car mode. Much like all the other [[2025]]-onward ''Studio Series'' toys, he no longer has the backdrop.

:Stock photography (right) has the blasters fully painted and the front of the car mistransformed. Hot Rod is an exclusive to [[Target]] in North America, and was revealed and went up for pre-order on [[January 6]].
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==''War for Cybertron Trilogy''==
[[File:TF-WFC-Unicron-Hot-Rod-figurine.jpg|upright=1.2|thumb|Definitely a whopper.]]
*'''Unicron''' ([[2021]])
**''Series'': '''''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (franchise)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'''''
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]], [[Lynsey Urban]] and [[Lenny Panzica]] (Hasbro), [[Takashi Kunihiro]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Robby Musso]] and [[Emiliano Santalucia]] (concept art), [[AJ Piejko-Brown]] and [[Aurora Kraus]] (packaging), [[Mark Grzesik]], [[Sarah Jean Rovenko]], and [[Dan Caparco]] (instruction design), [[Lee Tympanick]] (safety), [[Rachel Fleming]] (senior box sitter, marketing), [[Charlie (cat)|Charlie]] (junior box sitter, cat)}}<ref>HasLab Unicron development reports at the [[Hasbro Pulse#Hasbro Pulse Unboxed|Hasbro Pulse blog]].</ref>
:''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (toyline)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'' [[Unicron/toys#War for Cybertron Trilogy|Unicron]] comes with a [[Slug figure|mini-figurine]] of Hot Rod, only about 10 millimeters tall. The original announcement showed a sculpt based on Hot Rod's ''Titans Return'' design, but the final released figurine was based on the original G1 design (or more accurately, the ''Studio Series'' design above).
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==''War for Cybertron: Kingdom''==
[[File:TF-WFC-K-Commander-Rodimus-Prime.jpg|450px|thumb|So THIS is where [[Roller (G1)|Roller]] went!]]
*'''Rodimus Prime''' (Commander Class, [[2021]])
**''Hasbro ID number'': '''WFC-K29'''
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''KD-12'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[August 7]], 2021
**''Accessories'': Trailer/[[Mobile Defense Bay#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Mobile Defense Bay]], Photon Eliminator, [[Sword of Primus#Toys|Sword of Primus]], [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#KRodimus|Matrix of Leadership]], turret, tray, 10 effects<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20221130215800/https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B08XYV4PGD/ ''Kingdom'' Rodimus Prime on Amazon Japan]</ref>
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Mark Maher]] (deco artist)}}
:''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom]]'' Rodimus Prime is a Commander Class toy that transforms from a [[Show-accuracy|cartoon-accurate]] robot to a futuristic SUV,<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20210625150605/https://news.tfw2005.com/2021/06/19/translated-interviews-with-yuya-onishi-and-takashi-kunihiro-from-the-transformers-generations-book-2021-435763 Translated ''Transformers Generations 2021'' interview with Yuya Onishi and Takashi Kunihiro]</ref> which can attach to a trailer to form his futuristic truck mode. Despite appearances, Rodimus Prime is ''not'' a retool or engineering reuse of the ''Studio Series'' Hot Rod toy; though they feature similar transformation steps, the key difference is the lack of a faux chest. The head seemingly reuses the CAD data from [[#Power of the Primes|Evolution Rodimus Prime]]'s face sculpt. A ''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (toyline)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'' staple, Rodimus Prime and the trailer are littered with [[5 mm post|5 mm ports]] to facilitate the [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System]] or [[F.O.S.S.I.L. Technology]]. The line's relative scale demands that he must be smaller than previous Commander Class toys, though making up for his price tag is above average engineering and articulation, including a removable Matrix, collapsing wheels, and poseable hands featuring separate index fingers with knuckle joints!

:The price is also filled out with a multitude of accessories. The trailer itself can fold out into the [[Mobile Defense Bay#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Mobile Defense Bay]], which Rodimus Prime can stand on and grasp the handles, plus an [[A.I.R. Lock System]] adapter on the front. The standing, twin-barreled cannon also detaches as its own unit, with sculpted tread detail. Undocumented in the instructions, the 5 mm post and tab on the turret can attach to Rodimus's spoiler to act as a large cannon backpack in robot mode, facilitated further by an undocumented second swivel joint that allows the cannon to swing around between the tips of the spoiler. The trailer also features a removable tray with 5 mm ports and dedicated storing spaces for the Matrix-aura and smoke blast effects.

:Rodimus Prime also includes a foldable Photon Eliminator which stores on the 5 mm post under the spoiler in both modes (though not when the trailer is attached in vehicle mode) and the [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#KRodimus|Matrix of Leadership]], which of course, stores in his chest in both modes. A surprisingly-niche inclusion is the [[Sword of Primus#Toys|Sword of Primus]], which has a fold-out 5 mm post to attach to Rodimus's back in robot mode and can store on a pair of tabs under his vehicle mode. He also includes a whopping ''ten'' effect parts, 7 of which are translucent blue redecos from ''Siege'' [[Omega Supreme (G1)#War for Cybertron: Siege|Omega Supreme]], which can attach to the various 5 mm ports on the figure or the 3 mm posts at the tips of the Photon Eliminator and exhaust pipes. The other three are newly-molded Matrix-aura and exhaust pipe-smoke blast effects. Care must be taken when handling these three effects parts as they are made from thin, hard plastic that can break if bent, as opposed to the more durable mushy goodness of the other effects parts. The exhaust effects are molded in translucent blue, and appear as such in promotional images, but the final pieces are painted black.

:On some copies, the spring-loaded lower halves of the trailer's smokestacks can get caught on some adjacent orange plastic when opening the trailer, requiring them to be manually moved aside. Another far more common problem is that Rodimus Prime's trailer does not fully close when the two large halves join together, causing a gap to be visible from above; this problem can occur with or without the turret inside the trailer. Some methods attempted to fix this include brushing clear polish on the large silver clips at the front of the trailer, and/or placing stickers inside the slots on top of the trailer. Caution should be taken when transforming him, as the paint on his windscreen piece can be easily chipped when the spoiler piece is folded against it.

:In a unique twist, the toy was revealed by [[TakaraTomy]] and set for pre-order in Japanese markets before [[Hasbro]], which usually unveils upcoming toys before or simultaneously with TakaraTomy.

:Rodimus Prime comes with one of four holographic [[Golden Disk (Voyager)|Golden Disk]] cards from wave 1, which reveals a [[Source:Golden Disk destinies|possible destiny]] of a key character.
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[[File:WFC-Kingdom-Core-Hot-Rod.jpg|300px|thumb|One of your toys comes with a sword, and now suddenly every toy of yours wants a sword.]]
[[File:TF-Legacy-Core-first-wave-Sword.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Autobot Hot Rod''' (Core Class, [[2022]])
**''Hasbro ID number'': '''WFC-K43'''
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''KD EX-17'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[July 30]], 2022
**''Accessories'': sword
{{toydesigner|[[Koki Yamada]] (TakaraTomy)}}
:Part of the final wave of ''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom]]'' Core Class toys, "Autobot Hot Rod" is a Legends Class-sized figure that transforms from a robot to a futuristic sports car in 8 steps. He comes with a sword that features both a 3 mm handle, which Hot Rod himself uses, and a [[5 mm post]] for a larger toy. The sword can peg either onto the 3 mm peg on the back of the spoiler, or (undocumented in the instructions) into the 3 mm port in the front of the spoiler. The spoiler itself can be removed entirely, and in robot mode can either be moved to a port on the reverse of the same panel (for more freedom in the shoulder articulation, and a less-obscured look for the spoiler) or combined with the sword to create some sort of pointy-handgun. As seen on his package art, his sword is intended to combine with ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' [[Iguanus (G1)#Legacy|Iguanus]] and [[Skywarp (G1)/toys#Legacy|Skywarp]]'s accessories to create a larger weapon.

:Unlike the "Generation 1" characters from previous Core Class waves, Hot Rod's sculpt isn't based on a larger ''Generations'' toy, but rather curiously appears to be based on his design from the "[[Evergreen]]" brand bible—just with some of the detailing changed to fit in the more G1-inspired style of the line.

:Compared to the renders seen in the [[instructions]], a pair of tabs were removed from the panels that form the hood of his vehicle mode; this creates a [[design flaw]] where the roof and front of the car don't latch securely onto the chassis.

:Hot Rod was re-released in the first wave ''Legacy'' Core Class toys, as seen below. Given that Hot Rod includes an Energon weapon meant to combine with his wavemates, and came out in the final wave of ''Kingdom'', it is almost certain Hot Rod was designed for ''Legacy'' and brought forward to meet demand.

:Hot Rod's stock renders depict his toy in a more pinkish shade of red, with an unpainted red nose, evoking a gladiator nose guard.

:For Japanese collectors, 2 out of the 3 components of the combined sword have not been made domestically available in Japan, as TakaraTomy did not release Iguanus and Skywarp, so they must import them to complete the weapon.

:Hot Rod was officially revealed during the [[December 3]], [[2021]] ''Transformers'' team roundtable with fans, and as such, Hot Rod is the last ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' toy to be revealed and released.
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==''Legacy''==
[[File:TF-Legacy-Core-Class-Hot-Rod.jpeg|upright=1|thumb|With him, the triad of that infamous scene in the movie can now be re-enacted in itty-bitty size.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Hot Rod''' (Core Class, [[2022]])}}</ul>
:*''Origin universe'': G1 Universe
:*''Accessories'': sword
:Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' Core Class toys, Autobot Hot Rod is a [[package refresh]] of the previous ''Kingdom'' figure above, with no other changes besides his packaging.

:The instructions now mention his sword being part of a combined weapon formed by joining it with the guns from his ''Legacy'' Core Class wave-mates [[Iguanus (G1)#Legacy|Iguanus]] and [[Skywarp (G1)/toys#Legacy|Skywarp]].

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[[File:TF-Legacy-Velocitron-Speedia-500-Hot-Rod.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|[[Firebolt (G1)|Firebolt]] sadly not included. Release date also not included.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Hot Rod''' (Voyager Class, <s>2023</s>)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': 2 photon lasers, Buzzsaw, 2 Fire Blast effects
:Intended to be part of the second wave of the ''[[Transformers: Legacy#Walmart|Velocitron Speedia 500 Collection]]'', Autobot Hot Rod was to be a redeco of the [[#Studio Series|''Studio Series'' figure]] in colors reminiscent of his original 1986 toy release. The blast effects included have also been recolored orange, and the blade of his buzzsaw is left unpainted. The Matrix accessory and associated effect part are omitted.

:Hasbro's [[stock photography]] has the figure mistransformed—his lower legs are not properly collapsed in. However, this is one rare case where the mistransformation actually ''works'' to further the intended homage, as the [[#The Transformers|original 1986 Hot Rod toy]] this one is emulating also had the vehicle mode exhaust pipes and wheels exposed on the sides of the legs.

:Despite numerous aesthetic differences between the two molds, Hot Rod's package art reuses the art from the Core Class toy above. They did at least edit out the combined sword accessory Hot Rod was originally wielding in said art though.

:The ''Velocitron Speedia 500 Collection'' was exclusive to [[Walmart]] in the United States, and [[TakaraTomy Mall]] in Japan. Hot Rod was listed on Walmart's website before official announcement by Hasbro, seemingly intended for a Winter/Spring release in 2023, but this never came to be in either Hasbro's or TakaraTomy's version of the line. While claimed to not be "canceled", Walmart quickly moved on from the ''Velocitron Collection'', and Hasbro has no plans to release Autobot Hot Rod.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20230206223419/https://news.tfw2005.com/2023/02/06/transformers-brand-team-fan-roundtable-for-february-2023-recap-cybertronian-mode-jazz-475329 Recap of Transformers Fan Roundtable at TFW2005]</ref><ref>[https://youtu.be/AF64f3-8mLg Transformers Marketing Team Interview on YouTube]</ref>
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==''Transformers Retro''==
[[File:Retro-toy HotRod.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Pink is the new old.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Hot Rod''' ([[2023]])}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': 2 "Photon Laser" rifles
{{toydesigner|[[Evan Brooks]] (Hasbro)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging artist)}}

: Hot Rod's [[#The Transformers|original toy]] was reissued by [[Walmart]] once again in 2023, this time under the branding of ''[[Transformers Retro]]'', though the packaging lacks that name, instead having ''The Transformers: The Movie'' branding. This release retains the larger fist holes and the modified-handle guns from prior re-releases, but is now in an extensively-painted deco intended to replicate his original cartoon character model as closely as possible. This results in the first Hot Rod toy to accurately represent the shade of pink he is actually depicted with in the movie! This also means the original mold's chromed pieces are now a flat light gray plastic instead. All of Hot Rod's details are achieved with tampographs rather than stickers.

: The box features original art by [[Marcelo Matere]]<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Some of my latest Transformers package art finally revealed! I was responsible for the robot, vehicle and backgrounds pencils !Having a blast working on this line! The Transformers package team did a great job as usual! #transformers #pencil #marcelomatere #marcelomatereart https://t.co/ZPB3gMQl8x|link=https://twitter.com/marcelomatere/status/1578045800978223104|name=Marcelo Matere|site=Twitter|year=2022|month=10|day=06|(defunct=)}}</ref> of Hot Rod in robot and vehicle mode laid over a scene of the interior of one of the [[Autobot shuttle]]s featured in the film. Interestingly, the art appears to use ''Studio Series'' {{'}}86 Hot Rod as a model.

:''Transformers Retro'' Autobot Hot Rod was announced and went up for preorder on [[October 6]], 2022 as part of Walmart's Collector Con event. However, precious few samples seemingly ever made it to brick-and-mortar stores.
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==''Adamas Machina''==
[[File:TF-Adamas-Machina-Series-AMT-01-Rodimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|3P Companies, eat your heart out.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus''' ([[2025]])}}</ul>
:*''ID Number'': '''AMT-01'''
:*''Accessories'': [[Photon eliminator|Photon Eliminator]]/2 [[Photon laser|Photon Lasers]], Saw Blade, Communicator
{{toydesigner|[[Hirofumi Ichikawa]] (detailing, alt mode, accessories)}}<ref name = Adamas>{{citesocial|quote=I played a small part in the development of the highly acclaimed "Adamus Machina AMT-01 Rodimus," which is currently on sale. I was involved in the development of the vehicle concept, additional details, design of the communication device and saw arm accessories, and specification of the weapon attachment method when transforming Flame Toys's high-quality figure into a transforming model. Please get your hands on it!|link=https://twitter.com/Hirovmi/status/1904863950883479948/|site=Twitter|name=Hirofumi Ichikawa|year=2025|month=3|day=26}}</ref>

:Part of [[T-SPARK]]'s ''[[T-SPARK#Adamas Machina|Adamas Machina]]'' line of high-end collectibles, this is a highly articulated depiction of Rodimus featuring [[die-cast]] metal. It is modeled after his appearance in the [[2005 IDW continuity]], particularly his ''[[The Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|More than Meets the Eye]]'' body. With design input by [[Flame Toys]], it very closely resembles the [[Hot Rod (G1)/merchandise#Flame Toys|Kuro Kara Kuri]] figure but now able to transform.

:Multiple owners reported that the right hip pad can get so thoroughly stuck in mid-transformation that attempting to reposition it will break the toy.

::*[https://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/tsparkofficial/adamas/amt01_rodimus/ Official TakaraTomy website of ''Adamas Machina'' Rodimus]

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[[File:AMT-01EX_Lost_Light_Rodimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|What if it was PURPLE?]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Lost Light Ver.''' ([[2026]])}}</ul>
:*''ID Number'': '''AMT-01EX'''
:*''Accessories'': Photon Eliminator/ 2 Photon lasers, Saw Blade, Communicator
{{toydesigner|[[Hirofumi Ichikawa]] (detailing, alt mode, accessories)}}

:This redeco of ''Adamas Machina'' Rodimus now evokes his blue period from the ''[[The Transformers: Lost Light|Lost Light]]'' comic series.
{{comingsoontoy}}

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==''Age of the Primes''==
[[File:AOTP Micromaster Hot Rod.jpg|thumb|300px|My Titan's cheaper and I'm still included with him? [[Metroplex (Cybertron)#Legacy|Take]] [[Tidal Wave (Armada)#Legacy|that]], [[Drill Bit (Cybertron)|Drill Bit]] and [[Ramjet (Armada)|Ramjet]].]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-pr13|'''The Thirteen Star Optimus Prime''' (Titan Class, [[2025]])}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy name:'' '''Hot Rod''' (ホットロッド)
:*''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''AOTP-10'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date:'' [[2025]] [[August 30]]
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Shuhei Umezu]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref>[https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV1Zhi6Y6EkU/ ''Age of the Primes'' panel] with [[Hasbro]] designer [[Mark Maher]] at [[Cybertron Con 2024]] Day 1, recorded at the "Giant Peng Peng" (巨大化鹏鹏) BilliBilli channel.</ref>

:Packed in with ''[[Transformers: Age of the Primes|Age of the Primes]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Age of the Primes|Star Optimus Prime]], "Micromaster Autobot Hot Rod" is a more articulated Core Class-sized update of the [[#Return of Convoy|''Return of Convoy'' Micro Transformer Hot Rodimus figure]], turning into a futuristic sports car. Hot Rod in alternate mode can be carried around in the included Micro Trailer, and robot mode can ride atop the vehicle in its battle station form, which resembles the [[#G1RodimusPrime|original Rodimus Prime]]'s battle station. As with the original figure, he can be seated in Star Optimus Prime's chest or man a turret on the "[[Roller (G1)#Age of the Primes|tread unit]]". Aside from the basic articulation, Hot Rod's head cannot rotate.

:Make sure you properly attach Hot Rod onto the blue section of the turret by wedging his knees into the open spaces and the inner shins onto the clips, or he'll be (hilariously) launched off while rotating it.

::*''Designer commentary on ''Age of the Primes'' Star Optimus Prime from Mark Maher on Instagram:''
::**''[https://www.instagram.com/p/DFElvtSsqoe/ Part I]''
::**''[https://www.instagram.com/p/DFOshCXs2gV/ Part II]''
::*''[[Source:Transformers Age of the Primes bios#AOTP10|Machine translation of Star Optimus Prime's TakaraTomy bio]]''

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==''Swapticons''==
[[File:TF Swapticons Hot Rod.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|''What If: Hot Rod shares the Matrix of Leadership with Bumblebee?'']]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Hot Rod / Bumblebee''' (Two-pack, [[2025]])}}</ul>

: Part of the first wave of ''[[Swapticons]]'' two-packs, "Autobot Hot Rod" is a small, rectangular figure that transforms into the back half of a modified van. While his nominal placement is as the back half of a full heavily modified van evoking Rodimus Prime's "futuristic motorhome" alt-mode with his pack-in partner [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Swapticons|Bumblebee]], he can attach to any other Swapticon, front or back, to make whatever silly abomination you feel like unleashing.

: His side panels/arms are on a hinge, allowing them to swing outward while his head can swivel. His face is a sticker that wraps all the way around his head.

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==Notes==
[[File:G1catalog86-PinkHotRod.jpg|thumb|I was pink once.]]


*In an odd intra-Hasbro design move, both of Hot Rod's original guns were reused for weapon toolings on the [[Cobra]] [http://www.yojoe.com/vehicles/88/stellarstiletto/ Stellar Stiletto] in 1988. The larger handgun is the nosecone cannon, while the smaller (facing backwards) is the basis for the longer missiles. Hey, Hot Rod was occupied with [[Firebolt (G1)|Firebolt]] at the time anyway, right?
[[File:TFGRodimus.jpg|thumb|New Rodimus, not to be confused with New Coke.]]
*'''New Rodimus''' was the tentative name for an unused Rodimus Prime design revealed in the Japanese book ''[[Transformers Generations (guidebook)|Transformers Generations]]''. Unlike his predecessors, he would have transformed into a fire engine. According to the caption in the book, New Rodimus would have come out after [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity#The Battlestars story pages and comic|Star Convoy]], and his transformation would involve splitting at the waist. Previously, fans believed that the idea for New Rodimus's transformation was eventually used by the ''[[Brave (franchise)|Brave]]'' toy '''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xGFHTcC5tlo Duke Fire]''', which is also a fire engine that splits at the waist in order to transform. However, a discussion with [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] staff revealed that this was a coincidence, as Duke Fire's designer had not seen the New Rodimus design.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Also talked w/TakaraTomy team. Brave's Duke Fire NOT based on New Rodimus, per designer of Duke Fire. He was not aware of that Rod design. https://t.co/4eoAcycVWa|link=https://twitter.com/tfwiki/status/907253686023458817|name=Matthew Karpowich|site=Twitter|year=2017|month=09|day=11|(defunct=)}}</ref> As seen below, this revelation did not come before a story homaging Duke Fire's [[Duke Fire|assumed connection]] to New Rodimus was published, retroactively linking the two.
**In 2015 [[Source:Ask Vector Prime/Facebook#August 15.2C 2015|an entry]] of the Facebook version of [[Ask Vector Prime]] dubbed this version of Rodimus as "Fire Rodimus" and [[Hot Rod (G1)#Fire Rodimus|gave some background to him]].
[[File:HyperHobbyRodimusTestshot.jpg|thumb]]
*An image of a black Rodimus Prime toy appeared in issue #38 of the magazine ''[[Hyper Hobby]]'' in 2002. For years, it was thought that this was an unreleased [[Lucky Draw figure]] (which an [http://www.transformertoys.co.uk/transformers/news/story/lucky+draw+transformers/Unreleased+Lucky+Draw+Black+Rodimus+Convoy/7581 unscrupulous Ebay seller] reinforced by repeatedly calling it that in his auctions). However, it was eventually found — [http://www.allspark.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=62831&st=0&p=1347844&#entry1347844 seven years later] — when a Japanese speaker read the text of the magazine, that it was nothing more than a test shot that was intended to tease the release of the normal-colored reissue.
*One of the first concepts for ''Classics'' Rodimus was based around the {{w|Pagani Zonda}} super car, before the {{w|Dome Zero}} design was decided upon.{{fact|source needed}}
*''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 franchise)|Car Robots]]'' [[Side Burn (RID)|Speedbreaker]] (aka ''Robots in Disguise'' Side Burn) has a powered-up color scheme which resembles Hot Rod's.
*Aside from the ''[[Transformers: Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' [[Rodimus (Energon)|namesake character]], Hot Rod has also been [[homage]]d twice (or possibly thrice depending on how you look at it) in the [[Unicron Trilogy continuity family|Unicron Trilogy]]. For ''[[Transformers: Armada (franchise)|Armada]]'', the "[[Powerlinx]]" upgrade of [[Hot Shot (Armada)/toys|Hot Shot]] was given a very Hot-Rod-inspired deco. In ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (franchise)|Cybertron]]'', [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] made a redeco of Hot Shot (well, "Exillion"), who already had some Hot Rod homage elements in his toy design, with Hot Rod deco as a DVD-pack-in [[exclusive]]. [[Hasbro]] then took this deco, altered it, and released it in the US line at mass retail as the new character [[Excellion (Cybertron)|Excellion]].
*A (somewhat jokey) proposed BotCon concept by [[Fun Publications]] was a redeco of Deluxe Class [[Rattrap (BW)/toys#Transmetal1|Transmetal Rattrap]] into a beast form of Rodimus Prime, named "Rodimouse", to match [[Optimus Primal (BW)|Optimus Primal]] and [[Ultra Mammoth]] as being ''Beast Wars'' Maximal forms of fellow Autobot leaders [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] and [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]], respectively.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160224194736/http://www.toycollectors.com.au/bc14/bc14br.html BotCon 2014 attendee report by griffin]</ref><ref>{{citesocial|quote=Rodimouse! https://t.co/HFzdBtvyfp|link=https://twitter.com/JesseWittenrich/status/762678026933067781|name=Jesse Wittenrich|site=Twitter|year=2016|month=08|day=08|(defunct=)}}</ref>

==References==
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[[Category:Classics Autobots]]
[[Category:Collaborative Autobots]]
[[Category:Combiner Wars Autobots]]
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Matrix of Leadership/toys

2026-03-05T05:38:07Z

Boingus: /* War for Cybertron Trilogy */

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The '''[[Matrix of Leadership]]''' will lighten your darkest wallet.

==Toys==
===''Robots in Disguise'' (2001)===
[[File:RIDtoy primes matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Super Class, [[2001]])}}</ul>
:When in his [[Super Mode]]. the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] [[Optimus Prime (RID)#Robots in Disguise (2001)|Optimus Prime]] has a little door on his chest that opens to reveal a sculpted, non-removable Matrix. In Japanese fiction, this was not the Matrix of Leadership, but rather a mere [[Energon Matrix]], the like of which had been seen in toy form before with [[Lio Convoy]] and [[Big Convoy]].

:The Matrix remained when Prime was redecoed for the ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 franchise)|Universe]]'' ([[#Universe (2003)|see below]]) and ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' ([[#Cybertron|below again]]) toylines, and was also present in both the exclusive Clear and Black versions of the figure available in Japan... but being Japanese figures, that technically means it's not the Matrix of Leadership on them!

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''The Transformers''===
{{anchor|G1toy}}
[[File:G1toy diecast matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''New Year Special Convoy''' ([[2002]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' ([[2005]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron II''' (2005)}}</ul>
:The first true Matrix of Leadership toy was a silver [[die-cast]] metal accessory which came with [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s "New Year Special" reissue of the original [[The Transformers (toyline)|The Transformers]] Optimus Prime figure. The Matrix came with a removable chain that allowed it to be looped around the head of Prime or any other figure you chose to give it to, and when flipped upside-down, it could also clip over the ''[[Diaclone]]''-holdover cockpit seats inside Prime's opening chest compartment.

:This Matrix was [[redeco]]ed in gold for inclusion with Takara's 2005 reissue of the original [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#PurpleReissue|Galvatron]] toy, and in green (specifically representing its appearance as the Creation Matrix in the Marvel Comics series) for the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive [[Galvatron II#Toys|Galvatron II]] redeco. Years later, the original silver version of the Matrix was included as part of the "[[Hot Rod (G1)/toys|Rodimus]] vs. [[Cyclonus (G1)/toys|Cyclonus]]" set in the 2010 ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)|Transformers]]'' toyline ([[#Transformers (2010)|see below]]).

:The Creation Matrix was used as the Green Matrix in ''[[Generations Selects Special Comic]]''.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Cybertron/NewYearsConvoy/nyconvoy.htm More information on New Year Special Convoy at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Destron/Galvatron/galvatron.htm More information on reissue Galvatron at TFU.info]''
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===''Armada''===
[[File:Armadatoy matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Super Base, 2002/[[2003]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Shining Gold Convoy''' (Super Base, 2003)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Powerlinx Optimus Prime''' (Super Base, 2003)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Battle for the Matrix''' (Multi-pack, 2003)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Magna Convoy DX Set''' (Multi-pack, 2003)}}</ul>
:The large version of ''[[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|Armada]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Toys|Optimus Prime]] has a non-removable Matrix of Leadership hidden behind the flip-down grill on his chest. This feature was kept for the various [[redeco]]s of this mold, gaining a blue center for Prime's "Powerlinx" redeco, and being entirely chromed when the figure got the gold chrome treatment as a Lucky Draw figure. Some further coloration changes were made when the figure was redecoed during the ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' toyline ([[#Energon|see below]]).

:Although this mold was never redecoed into [[Nemesis Prime (Armada)|Nemesis Prime]], the ''[[Linkage (comic)|Linkage]]'' mini-comics exploited the two characters' physical similarity to essentially [[repurposing|repurpose]] this Matrix into the [[Doomstone]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Armada Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.luckydrawtransformers.com/toy/gallery/review/gold+super+mode+convoy/1084/gold+super+mode+convoy.html More information on Shining Gold Convoy at Lucky Draw Transformers]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Powerlinx Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/KMartPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Battle for the Matrix Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Universe'' (2003)===
[[File:Universe2003toy rid prime matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Supreme Class, 2003)}}</ul>

:Although ''Robots in Disguise'' Optimus Prime got a lemon-yellow makeover for the ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' toyline, the Matrix beneath their chest-panel remained the same as ever.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/TFUOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Universe'' Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Energon''===
[[File:Energontoy armada prime redeco matrix.jpg|thumb|Matrix of [[Halloween]]]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime and Overload''' (Multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>
:While the new-mold Optimus Prime toys created for the ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' toyline lacked any kind of Matrix (instead featuring the [[Spark of Combination]] in a very Matrix-esque middle-of-the-chest position), the line did not go entirely without, as the ''Armada'' Super Base Prime figure was redecoed and re-released in a multi-pack with combination partner [[Overload (Armada)#Energon|Overload]]. Available exclusively at [[Costco]] stores, this [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#CostCoOverload|Super Base Optimus Prime]] redecoed the sculpted Matrix in a bright golden-orange (compared to the dull gold of before), with a green crystal at the center.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/CostcoPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Energon Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Masterpiece''===
[[File:Masterpiece matrices.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' ([[2003]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (Lucky Draw figure, [[2004]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultra Magnus''' (2004)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Perfect Edition''' ([[2006]]/[[2009]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Black Version''' ([[2010]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Sleep Mode''' (2010)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Last Production''' ([[2011]])}}</ul>
:A chromed Matrix accessory came with Hasbro's Takara's ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' edition of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|Convoy]], consisting of a translucent blue "crystal" centre surrounded by two shell-halves that could be pulled open. The Matrix stored in an opening chamber in Prime's chest, where its centre could be illuminated by a blue LED light built into the compartment. In order to fit into Prime's chest, however, the Matrix wound up being rather small, leaving Prime only able to wrap two of his fingers through its handles, instead of his whole hands.

:The Matrix was included with every reissue and redeco of the Prime mold, remaining in its normal colors when it came with Ultra Magnus, and the "Perfect Edition", "Sleep Mode", and "Final Edition" versions of Prime himself. When Prime was chromed entirely gold as a [[Lucky Draw figure]], though, the Matrix was likewise blinged out, while the Matrix included with the "Black Version" of Prime, representing an [[Eldedroid#toys|Eldedroid]], was chromed purple where the original was gold, and had a red translucent centre, illuminated by the figure's new red LED. A non-chromed version of the Matrix was included with Hasbro's "DVD Edition" of the figure as part of the ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' line ([[#Classics|see below]]).

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/20thPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on 20th Anniversary Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.goldoptimusprime.com/ More information on gold Masterpiece Convoy at GoldOptimusPrime.com]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Cybertron/UltraMagnus/ultramagnus.htm More information on Masterpiece Ultra Magnus at TFU.info]''

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[[File:MP rodimus matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Convoy''' (2011/[[2018]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Black Rodimus Convoy''' ([[November 28]], 2011)}}</ul>
:Being built to a smaller scale than the ''Masterpiece'' Optimus Prime figure, ''Masterpiece'' Rodimus Prime featured a new, smaller Matrix accessory of his own, cast in translucent blue plastic and decorated with gold and silver chrome. The Matrix stores in a chamber in Rodimus's abdomen, but is ''so small'' (smaller even relatively to Rodimus than Optimus's Matrix was to him) that Rodimus can't hold it by its handles at all. This Matrix mold was also included with [[Black Rodimus Convoy#Masterpiece|Black Rodimus Convoy]], now with a red chrome shell.

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[[File:ConvoyModeEva Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|(Convoy Mode "Eva" version)]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2011/[[2016]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''MP Convoy (BAPE ver.)''' ([[August 19]], [[2014]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Mode "Eva"''' ([[November 28]], 2014)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (BAPE REDCAMO ver.)''' (November [[2015]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sa|'''Shattered Glass Optimus Prime''' (November 2016)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2017)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (BAPE BLACKCAMO ver.)''' ([[2017]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (7-Eleven ver.)''' ([[February 28]], 2018)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (atmos safari LEBRON Ver.)''' ([[March 15]], [[2019]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (atmos safari duckcamo Ver.)''' ([[March 26]], [[2020]])}}</ul>

: [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#MP10|MP-10 Convoy]] is an entirely new tooling of "Generation 1" Optimus Prime. Convoy is now smaller, making him more in-scale with other recent ''Masterpiece'' toys, such as [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|Rodimus]], and comes with a [[Combat Deck (G1)#MP10|trailer]] and various accessories. His chest compartment opens up to reveal an equally smaller, new-mold Matrix of Leadership with a clear blue plastic center. Unlike the previous version, the Matrix cannot be pulled apart, Convoy can only wrap his index finger around the handle and cannot hold it both hands at once, and the Matrix chamber in his chest has no light-up feature, but hey, at least it's now die-cast metal!

: The Matrix was also included with MP-10 Convoy's redecoes, of note: [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#eva|Convoy Mode "Eva"]] (rendered with a red crystal, said in [[Mode "Eva" chapter 3|accompanying fiction]] to be based on the core of an [[Angel]]) and for [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#Masterpiece|Black Convoy]], it was redecoed into the [[Dead Matrix#Masterpiece|Dead Matrix]].

: Later ''Masterpiece'' figures [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#MP22|MP-22 Ultra Magnus]] and [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#MP28|MP-28 Hot Rodimus]] (as well as their redecoes) are also designed to interact with this Matrix mold: both can carry it in their chests, while Ultra Magnus also comes with special hands for holding it.

:The Matrix of Leadersip was redecoed into [[Town Matrix|Mito's Town Matrix and Fukutsu's Town Matrix]], and the [[Matrix of Malice#Toys|Matrix of Malice]] included with [[Windsweeper#Generations|Windsweeper]].

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2017)}}</ul>
[[File:MPM-4-Optimus-Primematrix.jpg|thumb|250px|But there's no Matrix in ''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]''? Wait a [[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|sec...]]]]
:This release of ''Masterpiece Movie Series'' [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Masterpiece|Optimus Prime]] comes with his own Matrix of Leadership, now molded in die-cast. It is rather inaccurate due to the multiple tab holes required for storage in Prime's chest.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Ver.3.0''' (2019)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' ([[2024]])}}</ul>

:MP-44 is another all new tooling of "Generation 1" Optimus Prime, with a much more anime accurate style and increased complexity. It features a redeco of the MP-10 die-cast Matrix with a painted metallic blue core.
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' ([[2021]])}}</ul>
[[File:MPM-12-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|250px|But there's no Matrix in ''[[Bumblebee (film)|Bumblebee]]''? Wait a [[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (film)|sec...]]]]
:MPM-12 comes with a new die-cast Matrix of Leadership heavily inspired by its "Generation 1" design, despite never appearing in ''[[Bumblebee (film)|Bumblebee]]''. And the prequel/reboot debate goes on...
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===''20th Anniversary''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2004)}}</ul>
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===''Cybertron''===
[[File:Cybertrontoy matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Convoy Gold Version''' (Leader Lucky Draw figure, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Convoy Silver Version''' (Leader Lucky Draw figure, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Convoy Custom Color Version''' (Leader Lucky Draw figure, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Sonic Convoy''' (Multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Force Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2006)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime / Wing Saber''' (multi-pack, 2006)}}</ul>
:''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Cybertron|Optimus Prime]] comes with a removable Matrix of Leadership accessory, decorated with an inverse color scheme that renders the crystal orange and the holder grey. The Matrix fits in Prime's chest, and his large, articulated fingers mean that he can hold it, though not in both hands at once.

:The Matrix received multiple redecoes and rereleases though remained unchanged for his mass-retail "Galaxy Force" coloration, which was also re-released without changes in the 2008 ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' toyline.

:Galaxy Convoy Gold Version's Matrix was repurposed as the [[Gold Matrix]] by "[[Generations Selects Special Comic Finale]]".

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Cybertron Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/GFOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Galaxy Force Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultra Magnus and Optimus Prime''' (multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>
:''Robots in Disguise'' Optimus Prime was slightly redecoed for [[Optimus Prime (RID)#Cybertron|inclusion]] in this Costco-exclusive two-pack with ''Robots in Disguise'' [[Ultra Magnus (RID)#Cybertron|Ultra Magnus]]. The mold still sports its sculpted Matrix detail, though for this release the paint applications that surrounded it were changed from orange to black (this being the only change from the original figure). It's not impossible that this might actually ''not'' have represented the Matrix of Leadership on this figure, but instead the Spark of Combination, which the set's packaging mentions as the source of the brothers' combining power—but we include it here to be thorough!

===''Hybrid Style''===
[[File:THS galaxyconvoy matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Convoy''' (2005)}}</ul>
: Part of Takara's short ''[[Hybrid Style]]'' series of small-scale, highly-articulated figures, this version of ''Cybertron'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Hybrid Style|Optimus Prime]] came with a ''really'' tiny removable Matrix that stored in its customary position within the toy's chest. It was a somewhat more show-accurate sculpt than the Matrix included with the full-size ''Cybertron'' Prime figure, and was colored with metallic paint as opposed to the larger figure's mostly-unpainted accessory.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Cybertron/HybridGalaxyConvoy/galaxyconvoy.htm More information on Hybrid Style Galaxy Convoy at TFU.info]''

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[[File:THSmatrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2006)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Black Version''' (2006)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Black Gold Version''' (November 25, 2013)}}</ul>
:The ''Hybrid Style'' version of "Generation 1" [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Hybrid Style|Optimus Prime]] also comes with a super-tiny Matrix, not much bigger than a large drug capsule, which fits in the traditional opening compartment within Prime's chest. Like the ''Hybrid Style'' ''Cybertron'' Prime before it, the figure comes with an assortment of alternate hands, but ''un''like its predecessor, it includes a pair specifically designed to hold the Matrix. Due to the small size of the figure, they do not figure articulated fingers to grip it, but instead are cast in the shape of clenched fists with grooves cut into the outside of the fingers into which the Matrix can slot.

:The Matrix was also included with Prime's later "[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#THS02B|Black Version]]" and "[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#THSBlackGold|Black Gold Version]]" redeco, without changes.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Cybertron/HybridConvoy/convoy.htm More information on Hybrid Style Convoy at TFU.info]''
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===''Generation 2''===
[[File:G2toy reissue matrix stickers.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Battle Convoy''' (reissue, 2006)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Laser Ultra Magnus''' (e-Hobby exclusive, 2006)}}</ul>
:When ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#G2reissue|Battle Convoy]] was reissued in 2006, among the assorted changes made to his deco was the addition of a pair of new [[sticker]]s to his chest windows that depicted the Matrix resting in its traditional position inside him. The stickers remained when the figure was redecoed into the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Generation 2|Laser Ultra Magnus]] figure.
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Cybertron/UltraMagnus/ultramagnus.htm More information on Laser Ultra Magnus at TFU.info]''
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===''Classics''===
[[File:Classicstoy dvd mp prime matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (20th Anniversary DVD Edition, 2006)}}</ul>
:The ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' "DVD Edition" of ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#20thDVD|Optimus Prime]] included the familiar Matrix accessory, but as with all the other parts of the toy that had previously been vacuum-metalized, it is now decorated in metallic gold and silver paint, rather than chrome.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/20thDVDOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on DVD Edition Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Universe'' (2008)===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Optimus Prime vs Crumplezone''' (Costco exclusive multi-pack, [[2008]])}}</ul>
:A rerelease of the above ''[[#Cybertron|Cybertron]]'' Galaxy Force Optimus Prime toy, ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' Leader Class Optimus Prime retains the same Matrix of Leadership.

===''Transformers'' (2010)===
[[File:TF2010 hftd matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Battle Blades Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2010)}}</ul>
: While the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' movie may have left the fate of the live-action Matrix up in the air, the ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)|Transformers]]'' Voyager Class [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Transformers (2010)#Voyager class toys|Battle Blades Optimus Prime]] figure follows through on the intention evident in several of the film's adaptations by including it as an accessory stored within his body. Specifically, this removable Matrix attaches to a translucent blue plate hidden in Prime's midriff, which rotates up into place when his chest is opened and a panel on his abdomen is folded down. The Matrix is unpainted grey plastic on the Hasbro release of the figure; the TakaraTomy edition of Battle Blades Prime gives it coat of silver paint.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Autobot/BattleBladesOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Battle Blades Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''

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[[File:TF2010toy rod vs cyc.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Battle in Space''' (2-pack, 2010)}}</ul>
:The die-cast metal Matrix originally released by TakaraTomy with several of their "Generation 1" reissues ([[#The Transformers|see above]]) received its first Hasbro release in this box set of [[redeco]]s of ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Classics (2006)|Rodimus]] and ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Cyclonus (G1)#Universe (2008)|Cyclonus]], released under the ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)#Hasbro Reveal the Shield subline|Reveal the Shield]]'' [[subline imprint]]. The Matrix itself is back in its original silver coloration. Unfortunately, the figures can't actually ''interact'' with the accessory in any way: Neither Rodimus nor Cyclonus can actually ''hold'' the Matrix, and it can't even hang from their necks since it does not include the removable chain that came with the various Takara editions.

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[[File:TF2010 g2prime matrix.jpg|thumb|Brought to you by the guys who designed [[Thunderblast (Decepticon)|Thunderblast]].]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2011)}}</ul>
:Part of the sixth wave of the 2010 ''Transformers'' toyline and the second wave of the ''Reveal the Shield'' subline imprint, this [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Transformers (2010)|Optimus Prime]] is an all-new Deluxe Class mold based on the original ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' Laser Optimus Prime toy ([[#G2toy|see above]]). The panels on the side of his truck mode fold in behind his chest windows in robot mode to reveal a sculpted Matrix of Leadership.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Masterpiece Rodimus Prime''' (2011)}}</ul>
:''Masterpiece'' [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#HasbroMasterpiece|Rodimus Prime]] is a [[Toys"R"Us]]-[[exclusive]] release of the Rodimus Convoy figure, and was redecoed to resemble his original toy. His Matrix is no longer vacuum-metalized, and the shell is instead given a coat of metallic gold paint.

:This version of Rodimus also comes with an additional new-mold Matrix accessory, very similar to Masterpiece Optimus Prime's Matrix. Rodimus is actually capable of wrapping his entire mitts around this accessory's handles, and the Matrix can be pulled open (but not apart) to reveal more of the crystal inside.

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[[File:Transformers2010toy-HasbroMP10OptimusPrime-MatrixofLeadership.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Masterpiece Optimus Prime''' (2012)}}</ul>
: The Hasbro Toys"R"Us-exclusive [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#mp10hasbro|release of MP-10 Convoy]] features various plastic color and [[Paint operation|paint detail]] changes. He still comes with the Matrix, which appears to be no different.
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===''United''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Laser Optimus Prime''' (March 26, 2011)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#RtSG2|Reveal the Shield]]'' toy above, ''United'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Generations|Laser Optimus Prime]] retains the Matrix of Leadership detail.

===''Dark of the Moon''===
[[File:DOTMtoy-OptimusPrimeVoyagerwithComettor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Orange you glad it doesn't look like this in the film?]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime / Includes Deluxe Class Comettor''' (2-pack, 2011) }}</ul>
: This redeco and [[retool]] of the Battle Blades Optimus Prime toy, [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#OptimusComettor|Optimus Prime]] includes a redecoed, orange version of the live-action movie Matrix.
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===''Prime''===
[[File:Primetoy-OptimusPrimeMatrixofLeadership.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|In Soviet Russia, Prime is in the Matrix.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Matrix of Leadership SDCC Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2011)}}</ul>
:Exclusive to [[San Diego Comic-Con]], this minor repaint of Deluxe-Class ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#First Edition (2011)|Prime: First Edition]]'' [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Prime: First Edition|Optimus Prime]] comes inside special Matrix-shaped packaging that can be worn around your neck.

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[[File:Primetoy-TakaraTomy-ArmsMasterOptimus-Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|When light isn't enough for your [[darkest hour]], simply replace "light" with "lacerate".]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Arms Master Optimus''' ([[September 29]], 2012)}}</ul>
:Part of the seventh wave of Japanese ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)|Prime]]'' toys, the [[TakaraTomy]] version of Weaponizer [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Weaponizer|Optimus Prime]] comes with a very large Matrix which can tab onto his chest as armor or mount onto the back of the truck cab. It is covered in [[5 mm post|5 mm posts and holes]] so [[Arms Micron]]s can be attached to it. He also has a clear-blue "Shining" version of the [[Arms Micron]], [[R.A.#ArmsMaster|R.A.]], who can combine with the Matrix to form the colossal [[Star Saber (Thirteen)#ArmsMaster|Matrix Saber]]. If Microns [[O.P.]] and [[B.B. (Prime)|B.B.]] (sold separately) are also thrown into the mix, the result is the [[Star Saber (Arms Micron)|Super Star Saber]].

:Note that the clear-plastic-on-clear-plastic hinge in the middle of the blade stresses rapidly with repeated transformation due to the pressure leveraged onto the free-standing side of the clip when traveling from Matrix mode to Saber mode. As such, the user is advised to pick one mode and keep the Matrix there.
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===''Kre-O''===
[[File:KreO-Toy OptimusMatrixKreon.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Matrix Optimus Prime''' (2011)}}</ul>
:Intended to be [[exclusive]] to [[BotCon 2011]], this [[Optimus Prime (Kre-O)#Toys|Optimus Prime]] Kreon has an open chest showing the [[Matrix of Leadership]] within. He comes with a G1 inspired gun and a black brick display stand. We say "intended", because in actuality, the thing appears to have been produced in such huge quantities that it's wound up being made available in ''loads'' of other places—it was handed out at [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2011, offered as a free giveaway with any order that included Transformers toys on [[Hasbro Toy Shop]]), as a free gift on the cover of the ''[[Awesome Autobots Activity Book]]'', and came as a free gift attached to, of all things, issue #240 of the [[United Kingdom|UK]] children's comic, ''[[Doctor Who]] Adventures'' (but not the UK's [[Transformers (Titan Magazine)|Transformers comic]], you'll note!). A supposed factory error even caused this version (minus display stand) to be included in the larger Optimus Prime kit (see above). This problem has (presumably) been fixed, but it was awesome while it lasted.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/Kre-OMatrixOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Matrix Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Timelines''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Invasion''' ([[BotCon 2012]] box set)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Kick-Over/Optimus Prime''' (BotCon 2012 souvenir set)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-cm|'''Scourge''' (TFSS 1.0, 2013)}}</ul>
:As redecoes of the ''[[#RtSG2|Reveal the Shield]]'' toy above, ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Optimus Prime (SG)#BotCon2012|Optimus Prime]], [[Ultra Magnus (SG)#Timelines|Ultra Magnus]], and [[Scourge (RID)#Timelines|Scourge]] all retain the Matrix of Leadership detail.

===''Bot Shots''===
[[File:Bot shots matrix card.jpg|thumb|It was only a matter of time before the Transformers stumbled into Paper Mario.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Battle for the Matrix''' (2012)}}</ul>
: This ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Ultimate Battle set includes a Matrix trophy card. It's made of cardboard and was probably already bent up when you opened the packaging.
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===''Generations''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2d2|'''Ultimate Gift Set''' (2012)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#RtSG2|Reveal the Shield]]'' toy above, ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Generations|Combat Hero Optimus Prime]] retains the Matrix of Leadership detail.

===''Platinum Edition''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Year of the Horse Optimus Prime''' (2014)}}</ul>
:Released to celebrate Chinese New Year, ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' "Year of the Horse" [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Optimus Prime]] is a redeco of MP-10 Convoy, complete with Matrix.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Rise of Rodimus Prime''' (''Platinum Edition'' 2-pack, 2016)}}</ul>
:A reuse of the Matrix accessory that was first included with the [[#MP10|''Masterpiece'' MP-10]] figure, this time illustrating the conflict between [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Rodimus Prime]] (using a redeco of his ''[[Titanium Series]]'' toy) and [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Galvatron]] (using a redeco of his [[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|2008 ''Universe'' Deluxe Class toy]]). Ironically, of the two figures in the set, only Galvatron can actually hold the Matrix.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime Year of the Rooster Edition''' (2017)}}</ul>
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===''Age of Extinction''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Revenge Optimus Prime''' (2014)}}</ul>
:The Matrix included in ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (toyline)|Age of Extinction]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#AOERevenge|Revenge Optimus Prime]] redeco retains the same silver paint coating.

===''Power of the Primes''===
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Evolution Rodimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2017)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Evolution Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2017)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-m1|'''Evolution Optimus Primal''' (Leader Class, [[2018]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-m1|'''Throne of the Primes''' (Multi-pack, 2018)}}</ul>

:Each standard ''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'' Leader Class figure includes a uniquely-colored Matrix of Leadership which can be placed inside their chest (sans [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#RodimusUnicronus|Rodimus Unicronus]] and [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#Power of the Primes|Nemesis Prime]], who instead include the [[Matrix of Conquest#Generations|Matrix of Chaos]] and [[Dark Matrix of Leadership#Toys|Dark Matrix of Leadership]] respectively). The central crystal of the Matrix is removable, and has the same dimensions as a [[Prime Master]]'s [[spark]] mode (or [[Titan Master]] in head mode). This means that the crystal can be replaced in the Matrix by any Prime Master, and that the removed crystal can be slotted into the armor accessories included with Deluxe and Voyager Class ''Power of the Primes'' figures, along with the heads of ''Titans Return'' figures. It can also be replaced with an [[Enigma of Combination#Generations|Enigma of Combination]] included with the Voyager Class figures.

:Only the Matrix from [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Power of the Primes|Optimus Prime]] uses the original coloration of the Matrix of Leadership; [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Power of the Primes|Rodimus Prime]]'s is based on an alternate coloration that shows up here or there, while the one from the regular retail [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#Power of the Primes|Optimal Optimus]] is colored to resemble Optimus Prime's spark container in the [[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|''Beast Wars'']] episode "[[Optimal Situation]]". Finally, the one included with [[Throne of the Primes]] [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#SDCC2018|Optimal Optimus]] is based on his ''Beast Wars'' Season 1 chest.
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===''War for Cybertron: Siege''===
[[File:TF-Generations-WFC-Siege-Optimus-Prime-Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2018)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Classic Animation Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2019)}}</ul>
:In ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege|Siege]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#War for Cybertron: Siege|Optimus Prime]]'s vehicle mode, opening its windows shows the Matrix of Leadership molded into the plastic. Due to the transformation, the Matrix doesn't end up in the chest in robot mode. The toy was redecoed into ''Siege'' [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#War for Cybertron: Siege|Nemesis Prime]] and ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#War for Cybertron Trilogy|Nemesis Prime]], repurposing the Matrix-detail into the [[Dark Matrix of Leadership#War for Cybertron: Siege|Dark Matrix]].
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===''Golden Lagoon''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Golden Lagoon Convoy''' ([[July 29]], 2018)}}</ul>
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===''Cyberverse''===
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Ultimate Class, 2018/2019)}}</ul>

:For the first Ultimate Class version of ''Cyberverse'' Optimus, The Matrix is represented as a deployable non-removable action feature. The feature is activated by pressing in his left clavicle while in robot mode, or pressing down on the top of his cab in vehicle mode. In fact, you will likely deploy it on accident a lot due to how sensitive the button is, especially during transformation. Once deployed, it can be made to spin by rolling the truck mode forward (powered by the right front wheel) or by spinning the small red wheel on his robot mode side. This causes the clear blue "energy" details to open, revealing the Matrix underneath. This gimmick is gravity dependent, meaning it must be in the correct position to activate properly.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2019)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Heroes of Cybertron 3-Pack''' (Deluxe Class 3-pack, [[2022]])}}</ul>
:The Deluxe Class version of ''Cyberverse'' Optimus features another sculpted non-removable Matrix of Leadership. While the Matrix cannot be removed from Prime's chest, it ''can'' have a special [[Fire Blast effect|blast effect]] part plugged into it to emulate a beam of energy shooting out from it.
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===''Collaborative''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''MP-10G Optimus Prime Ecto-35 Edition''' ([[July 19]], 2019)}}</ul>
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''VNR Optimus Prime''' ([[2023]])}}</ul>
:As a repaint of Holiday Optimus Prime, The Matrix included with VNR Optimus Prime is a repaint of the [[Matrix of Holiday Cheer]]. It can be removed from Optimus Prime's chest, though the figure is incapable of holding it in its hands.

===''Generations Selects''===
[[File:Generations Selects Silver Matrix.jpg|upright=1.4|thumb|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Star Convoy''' (2019)}}</ul>
:The ''[[Generations Selects (toyline)|Selects]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Selects|Star Convoy]] retool of ''Power of the Primes'' Optimus Prime includes a compatible Matrix (also used as the "[[Silver Matrix]]") that ''doesn't'' split into 2 pieces. This matrix has a 5 mm post on the bottom and a 5mm hole on top, meant to allow the figure's 2 guns to combine with it into the "Big Bang Cannon." The post makes it wieldable by figures with 5mm fist holes. While the core and frame aren't interchangeable the matrix can be put in the chests of other ''Power of the Primes'' leader class figures.
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===''War for Cybertron: Earthrise''===
[[File:TF-Generations-WFC-E-Optimus-Prime-Matrix.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2020)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Alternate Universe Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2020)}}</ul>
:Both toys of ''[[War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Optimus Prime]] include an opening chest compartment that stores a removable Matrix of Leadership, similar to MP-01, MP-10 and MP-44 Convoy. Prime's opening hands can grasp the handles, and the reverse of the Matrix features a [[5 mm post|5 mm port]], making it surprisingly [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System]]-compatible. Different Matrix sculpts across the ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' would (mostly) use the design of this Matrix as a starting point, though they are largely made from new tooling.
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===''War for Cybertron Trilogy''===
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Battle 3-Pack, 2020)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sa|''' Shattered Glass Optimus Prime & Shattered Glass Ratchet''' (''Selects'' 2-Pack, 2020)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' toy above, ''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (toyline)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#2020Netflix|Optimus Prime]] retains the same Matrix of Leadership, albeit in slightly darker colors. ''War for Cybertron Trilogy / Selects'' [[Optimus Prime (SG)#War for Cybertron Trilogy|Shattered Glass Optimus Prime]] includes a newly-decoed Matrix cast in translucent dark yellow with silver and purple paint applied to the front and was described by [[Hasbro Pulse]] as the ''evil'' Matrix of Leadership.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20210114032604/https://hasbropulse.com/products/transformers-generations-selects-deluxe-wfc-gs17-shattered-glass-ratchet-and-optimus-prime "...the pack features an evil Matrix of Leadership accessory."]</ref>{{-}}

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1p1|'''Spoiler Pack''' (Leader Unboxing, 2021)}}</ul>
:The third ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' Spoiler Pack includes another Matrix accessory. Made of soft, rubberised plastic, this Matrix is molded to a harness that allows it to hook onto [[Megatron (G1)/Generations toys#2021Netflix|the included Megatron]] in both robot and tank modes. The design of this Matrix diverges from all other Matrix accessories released across the ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' in that it is based on the model from the [[Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy (cartoon)|show]]... which, in turn strangely appears to be based on [[Shout! Studios|Shout! Factory]]'s complete ''[[The Transformers (cartoon)|Transformers]]'' [https://tformers.com/reviews.php?op=showcontent&id=1077 DVD box set].

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' (''Selects'' Leader Class, 2021)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Behold, Galvatron! Unicron Companion Pack''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#Galvatron|Kingdom]]'' toy below, ''War for Cybertron Trilogy / Selects'' [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#GS27|Galvatron]] retains the same Matrix of Leadership in green to represent the Creation Matrix as depicted in the [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)|original Marvel comic]] and the [[Galvatron II#Toys|Galvatron II]] toy (and by extension, the [[Star Power]] [[Creation Matrix (GS)|Creation Matrix]]).

:A different redeco of ''Kingdom'' Galvatron, [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron Trilogy|"Behold, Galvatron!"]] is cast in mostly translucent purple plastics, including a completely unpainted Matrix accessory.
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===''War for Cybertron: Kingdom''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2020)}}</ul>
:A rerelease of the above ''[[#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' toy, ''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Kingdom]]'' Leader Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#K11|Optimus Prime]] retains the same Matrix of Leadership.

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[[File:Kingdom Galvatron Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galvatron''' (Leader Class, 2021)}}</ul>
:''Kingdom'' [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Galvatron]] includes a Matrix of Leadership, similar to the one first included with [[#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|''Earthrise'' Optimus Prime]]. The new molding allows it to mount onto an included plastic chain via 5 mm post, which can rest around Galvatron's neck or attach at the base of the cannon barrel in his alternate mode. Unlike other ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' Matrices, this Matrix is cast in opaque gray plastic, with the silver and gold shell and light blue crystal painted on.

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[[File:Kingdom Rodimus Prime Matrix.jpeg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Prime''' (Commander Class, 2021)}}</ul>
:Another newly-tooled Matrix is included with ''Kingdom'' Commander Class [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Rodimus Prime]], again based on ''Earthrise'' Optimus Prime's. Rodimus Prime can accommodate it in his chest, or hold it with his articulated hands; as with ''Studio Series'' Hot Rod below (who was released first), this Matrix includes an additional effect part that clips on the front to simulate it glowing. The hole on the reverse side of this Matrix is too small for 5 mm integration.
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===''Studio Series''===
[[File:Studio_Series_86_Hot_Rod_Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Hot Rod''' (Voyager Class, [[2020]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Hot Rod''' (Voyager Class, [[2026]])}}</ul>
:''Another'' different tooling to the all of the above, ''[[Studio Series]]'' 86-04 [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Studio Series|Autobot Hot Rod]]'s Matrix comes with an additional effect part (a different one from the one included with ''Kingdom'' Rodimus Prime) that clips over the front to recreate the iconic scene from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', thanks to Hot Rod's articulation. The hole on the reverse side is too ''large'' to accommodate 5 mm accessories. Compared to similar sculpts, this Matrix lacks the bumps on the sides of the orb and the radial lines on the top left and bottom right sections. Oddly enough, those lines are still present on the reverse side. The "MTMTE Collection" release of Hot Rod leaves the Matrix unpainted and the effect part is no longer included.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultra Magnus''' (Commander Class, [[2023]])}}</ul>
:The Matrix included with ''Studio Series'' 86-21 [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Studio Series|Ultra Magnus]] is cast in clear plastic and painted over. It can store in his chest. Unfortunately, due to the Matrix being too small, he can only hold it with two fingers. Out-of-the-box, the Matrix is inserted upside down in his chest, a mistake that is also present in the instructions and packaging, the latter of which amusingly makes it look like the Matrix can launch out of his chest.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Gamer Edition Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2023)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, [[2025]])}}</ul>
:A ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (games)|War for Cybertron]]''-accurate Matrix is included with ''Studio Series'' [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Studio Series|Gamer Edition Optimus Prime]]. It has a 5 mm port on the back to store in Prime’s chest. As the chest peg is painted, it is sized slightly smaller than normal to allow for tolerance, but as a result some copies have very slightly loose connections. This Matrix happens to be loosely compatible with ''Studio Series'' Hot Rod's Matrix glow effect.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Limited Edition Battle Damage Ver.)''' (Deluxe Class, 2024)}}</ul>
:This Matrix is based on its appearance in [[Transformers One (film)|''Transformers One'']] and is included with ''Studio Series'' [[Optimus Prime (One)#Studio Series|112 Optimus Prime]]. Unlike prior Matrix toys, this one is held by tabbing into slots on the outsides of Prime's knuckles instead of needing opening hands. It is painted the traditional Generation 1 colors of silver and orange instead of the film's full gold.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Commander Class, 2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Battle Damage Limited Edition)''' (Commander Class, 2025)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Energon Universe Optimus Prime''' (2026)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2026)}}</ul>
:Included with Commander Class 86-31 [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Studio Series|Optimus Prime]], this Matrix is another one based on the ''Earthrise'' design with minor sculpt differences. Again due to its small size, this Prime can only hold the Matrix with his index fingers. The port on the back is ''slightly'' larger than 5 mm. The Matrix is retained in the "Leader Class" releases of the mold that omit the trailer.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' (Leader Class, 2025)}}</ul>
:''Studio Series'' 86-31 [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Studio Series|Galvatron]] and his Matrix are another redeco of the [[#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|''Kingdom'' mold]]. This version uses a brighter shade of orange than the original. The chain necklace is retained for this release.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Devastation Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2025)}}</ul>
:Included with the Deluxe Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#SSDevastation|Devastation Optimus Prime]], this small unpainted Matrix can be stored in Prime's chest, and features two pegs on either side of its casing which can be inserted into recesses beneath Prime's thumbs, allowing the figure to hold it without needing opening hands.

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[[File:TF Studio Series TFTM Roleplay Matrix of Leadership.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|By the power of <s>Primus</s> $125, ''I HAVE THE TOUCH!'']]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''The Matrix of Leadership''' ([[2026]])}}</ul>
:*''Movie'': '''''The Transformers: The Movie'''''
:*''Accessories'': display stand
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Luke (Hasbro electrical engineer)|Luke]] and [[Peter (Hasbro electrical engineer)|Peter]] (electronics)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging illustration)}}<ref>[[February 15]], [[2025]]'s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LmCVek3P2uE Every TRANSFORMERS Reveal from New York Toy Fair 2026] with [[Evan Brooks]], [[Mark Maher]], and [[Nate Purswell]]</ref>

:''Studio Series'' "The Matrix of Leadership" is a detailed, human-scale replica released for the 40th anniversary of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''. The Matrix can be pulled open to <s>turn yourself into a Prime</s> experience the climax of the film, complete with pulsating lights and playing "[[The Touch]]". Included is a display base on which the Matrix can rest, open or closed. The base of the display features [[Cybertronian language|Ancient Autobot]] text reading "[['Til all are one]]" on one side and "Light our [[darkest hour]]" on the other. The Matrix is powered by 3 AA batteries (not included), with the on/off button being located on the back of the orange casing. It can also be powered via USB-C port on the back of the blue core for a permanently lit display. A small panel can be removed to connect a cable while in the closed state.

:The Matrix was revealed at [[Toy Fair]] 2026, with pre-orders starting [[February 16]].

::*''[https://www.instagram.com/p/DU1aSzhFJ8d/ Designer commentary on the ''Studio Series'' Matrix of Leadership from Mark Maher on Instagram]''
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===''Premium Finish''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2021)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#Siege|Siege]]'' toy above, ''[[Transformers Premium Finish|Premium Finish]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Premium Finish|Optimus Prime]] retains the Matrix of Leadership detail.

===''Legacy''===
[[File:Legacy Laser Optimus Matrix.jpg|300px|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Laser Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-cm|'''Robots in Disguise 2000 Universe Scourge''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d2|'''G2 Universe Toxitron''' (Leader Class, 2023)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''G2 Universe Laser Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, [[2024]])}}</ul>
:''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' Leader Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Legacy|Laser Optimus Prime]], and his redecoes [[Scourge (RID)#Legacy|Robots in Disguise 2000 Universe Scourge]] and [[Toxitron (Universe)#Legacy|G2 Universe Toxitron]], include a Matrix accessory that can be removed from their opening chest. The hole on the reverse side is a 5 mm port, and as such is compatible with many contemporary accessories, though its intended home seems to be the thin peg on Prime's axe accessory, allowing the Autobot leader to have a huge, Matrix-powered sword (among other possible combinations).

:Though thinner and flatter than other Matrices released across the ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' toylines, it is still compatible with the energy aura blast effects included with ''Kingdom'' Rodimus Prime and ''Studio Series'' Hot Rod, so that's neat.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galvatron''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
:A rerelease of the above ''[[#K28|Kingdom]]'' toy, ''Legacy'' Leader Class [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Legacy|Galvatron]] retains the same Matrix of Leadership.

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[[File:TF-Legacy-Armada-Universe-Optimus-Prime-Matrix.jpg|300px|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Armada Universe Optimus Prime''' (Commander Class, 2023)}}</ul>
:Based on its appearance in the ''Armada'' cartoon, Prime includes a removable Matrix inside the front panel of his chest. The Matrix itself is cast in clear plastic and painted gold on its front surface, and attaches to a red 5mm post. This allows the Matrix to look like its typical depiction in the show when removed, but also to appear in its "activated" state when inside Prime's chest.

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[[File:TF-Legacy-United-Deluxe-G1-Universe-Optimus-Prime-Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''G1 Universe Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2024)}}</ul>

:The ''Legacy'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#LegacyUnited|G1 Universe Optimus Prime]] also comes with a translucent Matrix of Leadership painted with clear blue, inspired by the accessories from the New Year Special Convoy and the ''Missing Link'' iterations.
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Fractured Friendship 2-Pack''' (2-pack, 2024)}}</ul>
:''Legacy: United'' "Security Officer Orion Pax" is an extensive retool of ''[[Studio Series]]'' [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Studio Series|Gamer Edition Optimus Prime]] based on his appearance in "[[Chaos Theory Part 1|Chaos Theory]]" and the pre-war portions of ''[[The Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|More than Meets the Eye]]''. He retains the original Gamer Edition mold's Matrix accessory (and its ability to be stored in his chest) without changes, which unfortunately means the accessory is inaccurate to its appearance in the IDW comics the rest of the figure is based on.

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[[File:HasLab Omega Prime Matrix.jpg|150px|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Omega Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
:*''Series'': ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Robots in Disguise 2001]]'' / ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]''
{{toydesigner|[[Evan Brooks]] (Hasbro), [[Hisashi Yuki]] (TakaraTomy)<ref>[[January 30]], [[2024]]'s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sodl6lRkifQ Hasbro Pulse | Transformers: Legacy RID 2001 Omega Prime HasLab Fanstream | January 2024] on YouTube, with [[Ben MacCrae]] and [[Evan Brooks]].</ref>|[[Hiroyuki Taiga]] (concept artist),<ref>[https://youtu.be/PdsHMGVDZFg?si=7IIIhq2AU8jwMnSx Interview] with [[Hasbro]] designer [[Evan Brooks]] on the Triple Takeover podcast, from their YouTube channel</ref> [[Studio DTW|Dave White]] (product photography), [[Nick (Hasbro)|Nick]] and [[Tony Colella]] (sculptors),<ref name = "Missile Stream">[[March 7]], 2024's [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Pkz6oTI7W4 Hasbro Pulse | Transformers 40th Anniversary Fanstream | March 7, 2024] on YouTube, with [[Ben MacCrae]], [[Evan Brooks]] and [[Mark Maher]].</ref> [[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging artist)<ref>[[January 10]], [[2025]]'s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jDy2WuiQumE Transformers: Legacy Robots in Disguise 2001 Omega Prime HasLab - Official Unboxing!] with [[Emily Bader]] and [[Evan Brooks]].</ref>
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:Part of the fourth [[Hasbro Pulse#HasLab|HasLab]] campaign, two "Matrix of Leadership accessories" are included in this enormous ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' box set of the two ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Robots in Disguise]]'' commanders: one reproducing [[Optimus Prime (RID)#Legacy|Optimus Prime / Fire Convoy]]'s original "[[Energon Matrix#Legacy|Energon Matrix]]" molded chest detail as a removable accessory and one for [[Ultra Magnus (RID)#Legacy|God Magnus]]'s previously only mentioned Energon Matrix. (Ultra Magnus did not have an established Matrix of Leadership prior to this toy.)

:Omega Prime was revealed on [[January 30]], [[2024]], with the crowdfunding campaign beginning soon after. The project reached 50% funding in only 24 hours, beating all three previous ''Transformers'' HasLabs. It reached full funding on [[February 9]]th, [[2024]], in only ten days - three times quicker than the previous record holder, [[Deathsaurus (G1)#Legacy|Deathsaurus]].<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Exciting news! The #HasLab campaign for #Transformers: Legacy #RobotsInDisguise 2001 #OmegaPrime has achieved its goal with 10,000 backers! A massive thank you to all the incredible fans who made this possible – your support has truly brought Omega Prime to life!|link=https://twitter.com/HasbroPulse/status/1756013964993991002|site=Twitter|name=Hasbro Pulse|year=2024|month=2|day=9}}</ref> At the closing bell on March 14, the set clocked in at 28,230 backers, beating the previous Transformers record by quite a fair margin (Deathsaurus again, with 27,442) and coming in second only to ''Marvel Legends'' Galactus as the most successful project in HasLab history.<ref>[https://hasbropulse.com/collections/haslab/products/transformers-legacy-robots-in-disguise-2001-omega-prime The Omega Prime HasLab campaign] at [[Hasbro Pulse]]</ref>

:Omega Prime first started shipping to backers, beginning with those living in New Zealand, in March 2025.
::*''[https://www.instagram.com/p/C2vNqMmuIwP/ Designer commentary on ''Legacy'' Omega Prime from Evan Brooks on Instagram]''
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===''Shattered Glass Collection''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sa|'''Ultra Magnus''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
:A recolor of the Matrix accessory included with ''Legacy'' Laser Optimus Prime. Magnus also includes red versions of the sword and axe that Laser Optimus Prime comes with, meaning that all three can be combined, and indeed they are in the figure's [[stock photography]].

<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sad|'''Rodimus / Sideswipe & Decepticon Whisper''' (2023)}}</ul>
:A recolor of the Matrix accessory included with ''Studio Series'' 86-04 Autobot Hot Rod. Painted in silver and dark grey over red translucent plastic, and coming with a recolor of the original's effect part, also in red.
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===''LEGO''===
[[File:Lego-toy OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' ([[June 1]], 2022)}}</ul>
:[[LEGO]] Optimus Prime includes a removable brick-built Matrix accessory. As the small size of the Matrix means it is not possible to depict both the opaque orange casing and translucent blue core with LEGO bricks, the model splits the difference and features a translucent orange core. The handles of the Matrix feature studs that can peg into Optimus' fingertips, allowing him to properly wield the artifact.
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===''Canon/Transformers''===
[[File:TF-Canon-Transformers-Optimus-Prime-R5.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime R5''' (2023)}}</ul>
:''[[Canon/Transformers]]'' Optimus Prime includes a uniquely styled version of the Matrix of Leadership that can be pegged onto his lens in camera mode, just behind the front element. The Matrix can be also be pegged into his palms and grasped by his articulated hands.
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===''Missing Link''===
[[File:TF-Missing-Link-C-02-Convoy-Anime-Color.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (Anime Edition)''' (2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Sentinel Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Both releases of ''[[Missing Link]]'' Convoy include removable Matrices that can store within their cab. The standard release includes a gold chrome Matrix, while the Anime Edition has one painted in animation-accurate metallic orange and silver. Convoy features articulated knuckles which allow the figure to hold the Matrix in its hands. The inner Matrix chamber is removable and reveals molded driver/passenger seats like the original toy, if one prefers that look.
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultra Magnus''' (2026)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Delta Magnus''' (2026)}}</ul>
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===''Reactivate''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Soundwave / Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
: ''[[Transformers: Reactivate|Reactivate]]'' Optimus Prime features an opening chest and includes a minor repaint of the Matrix included with ''[[War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Optimus Prime]].
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===Target===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Target Optimus Prime and Autobot Bullseye''' (2024)}}</ul>
:As a repaint of ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' Leader Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Legacy|Laser Optimus Prime]], Target Optimus Prime includes a repaint of that Prime's Matrix, which is removable and stores inside his chest.
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===Lunar Cruiser Prime===
[[File:Lunar Cruiser OP.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Lunar Cruiser Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
: Produced in collaboration with Japanese space agency {{w|JAXA}} and {{w|Toyota}}, Lunar Cruiser Prime features a non-removable Matrix of Leadership visible through his windshield chest.
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===''One''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime/Orion Pax''' (2024)}}</ul>

:Released as part of the ''[[Transformers One (toyline)|Transformers One]]'' toyline, Prime Changers Orion Pax/Optimus Prime includes a tiny removable Matrix that stores on the backside of his truck bumper, which then folds up into his chest, though is not directly accessible from the chest window itself like most Optimus toys with removable Matrices. This Matrix can be held via a pair of [[5 mm post]]s.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Power Flip Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Power Flip Optimus Prime features a removable Matrix which attaches to the flip-out chest armor that deploys from Prime's chest.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Energon Matrix Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Energon Matrix Optimus Prime is a non-transforming figure that has a gimmick involving his chest flipping from Prime's cogless chest to a sculpted Matrix of Leadership.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultimate Energon Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Ultimate Energon Optimus Prime includes a removable Matrix that pegs into his chest. While the Matrix is removable, the figure hand's can't hold it.

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[[File:TF-One-Brave-Commander-Optimus-Prime-Matrix-of-Leadership.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Brave Commander Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Another larger format Optimus Prime toy, this time released by [[TakaraTomy]], Brave Commander Optimus Prime also features a removable Matrix of Leadership. The figure has articulated knuckles, so the Matrix can be held in its hands.
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===''Dramatic Capture Series''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Headquarters''' (2024)}}</ul>
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===''Synergex''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime Type MFS-3 Kiryu''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Part of [[TakaraTomy]]'s ''[[T-SPARK|Synergex]]'' [[Godzilla]] crossover, Optimus Prime Type MFS-3 Kiryu is a repaint of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Legacy|Laser Optimus Prime]], and includes a repaint of that Prime's removable Matrix.

[[File:T-SPARK Synergenex Liolaeus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rathalos Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Silver Rathalos Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>

:Released as part of [[TakaraTomy]]'s ''[[T-SPARK|Synergex]]'' series of crossover toys, "Rathalos Prime" includes a "Rathalos Matrix" (or "Collaboration Matrix" based on Hasbro copy) bearing the insignia of a [https://mhworld.kiranico.com/en/items/rM2Al/rathalos-ruby Rathalos Ruby] in its center. The Matrix can be held via the 5 mm posts at either end of its casing. While the figure's chest does not open for Matrix storage, there is a peg within the dragon head/tail assembly for mounting it, where it can remain in either mode.
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Evangelion Unit-01 × Optimus Prime''' (2026)}}</ul>
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===Bump of Chicken===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2024)}}</ul>
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===''MPG''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sa|'''Shattered Glass Optimus Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime Style Gen.''' (2026)}}</ul>
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===''Age of the Primes''===
[[File:TF-AOTP-Prima-Prime-Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-pr1|'''The Thirteen Prima Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2025)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''AOTP-07'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date:'' [[2025]] [[July 26]]
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref name=AOTPreveal>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjmcMC9nNoA Transformers Age of the Primes Reveal | Dive into the Legacy of the Thirteen Primes | Hasbro Pulse] with [[Mark Maher]] and [[Nate Purswell]]</ref>
:''[[Transformers: Age of the Primes|Age of the Primes]]'' [[Prima#Age_of_the_Primes|Prima Prime]] includes a recolor of the Matrix accessory included with ''Earthrise'' Optimus Prime in a deco based on the [[Origin Matrix]] as it appeared in ''[[Restoration|Another Light, Part Four]]'', though it is referred to as the Matrix of Leadership in the figure's product description (and was even referred to as the Creation Matrix by designers<ref name=AOTPreveal/>). Much like the Origin Matrix or the "Aligned" continuity Matrix of Leadership, this Matrix can attach to the hilt of the included [[Star Saber (Thirteen)|Star Saber]] accessory or store inside an opening chest compartment on Prima himself via 5mm pegs.
::*''[https://www.instagram.com/p/DDYFD0uxHq_/ Designer commentary on Prima Prime from Mark Maher on Instagram]''

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[[File:AOTP Silver Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=2|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-pr13|'''The Thirteen Star Optimus Prime''' (Titan Class, 2025)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''AOTP-10'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date:'' [[2025]] [[August 30]]
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Shuhei Umezu]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref name = "Cybertron Con 2024">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjmcMC9nNoA Transformers Age of the Primes Reveal | Dive into the Legacy of the Thirteen Primes | Hasbro Pulse] with [[Mark Maher]] and [[Nate Purswell]]</ref>
:Titan Class ''[[Transformers: Age of the Primes|Age of the Primes]]'' "[[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Age of the Primes|Star Optimus Prime]]" features a "sword hilt" adapter doohickey sculpted after the "[[#Generations Selects|Silver Matrix]]" included with the ''[[Generations Selects (toyline)|Generations Selects]]'' iteration of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Generations Selects|Star Convoy]] and featuring the addition of even more 5mm compatibility in the form of another paired peg and port running through its face. The included rifle and turret/blaster can combine with the hilt to form a longer rifle, reproducing the "Big Bang Cannon." The multitudinous [[Fire Blast effect|blast effects]] typical of the Titan size class can be combined with the hilt to produce its headlining new configuration: a big honking flaming sword. Lastly the hilt can be used as a dias to center the figure's "[[Zodiac#Age of the Primes|Zodiac orb]]" accessory in the figure's otherwise cavernous chest cavity.

::*''Designer commentary on ''Age of the Primes'' Star Optimus Prime from Mark Maher on Instagram:''
::**''[https://www.instagram.com/p/DFElvtSsqoe/ Part I]''
::**''[https://www.instagram.com/p/DFOshCXs2gV/ Part II]''
::*''[[Source:Transformers Age of the Primes bios#AOTP10|Machine translation of Star Optimus Prime's TakaraTomy bio]]''
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Ultra Magnus, Autobot Bumper VS Horri-Bull, Nemesis Prime ''' (Multi-pack, [[2025]])}}</ul>
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===Armada Nemesis Prime===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Armada Nemesis Prime / Air Defense Mini-Con Team''' (Multi-pack, [[2025]])}}</ul>
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===''Authentics''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Prime Changer, 2026)}}</ul>
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===''Spotlight''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Multi-pack, 2026)}}</ul>
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==Merchandise==
===MC Axis===
[[File:Mcaxis hot rod.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Hot Rod''' (model kit, 1996)}}</ul>
:This Japanese "garage kit" of [[Hot Rod (G1)/merchandise#MC Axis|Hot Rod]] consists of an unpainted, unassembled resin model from [[MC Axis]], with two versions of the Matrix of Leadership: one standard, fairly useless one (since Hot Rod lacks either a chest compartment to hold it, or articulated hands to grip it), and a second sculpted with a pair of hands clutching its handles, which can be swapped out for Hot Rod's normal hands, allowing him to hoist it aloft.

:The kit is not known for its exceptional quality control - numerous unsightly air bubbles in the plastic are not an uncommon thing to encounter.

:*''[http://groups.google.com/group/alt.toys.transformers/msg/4512c7fd76f8e8ee Fan review of the Hot Rod and Elita One model kits]''
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===''Metalforce''===
[[File:Metalforce matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Metalforce Convoy''' (2000)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Metalforce Convoy Metalic Version''' {{sic}} (2000)}}</ul>
:A Matrix of Leadership accessory is included with both the standard ''[[Metalforce]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Metalforce|Optimus Prime]] and its metallic redeco, cast in translucent blue plastic and painted over. The Matrix fits into its traditional cavity in Prime's chest, and a panel can then be placed on top of it to hide it from view; alternatively, the panel can be left out, allowing the Matrix to remain visible through Prime's chest windows. For whatever reason, the figures also came with an uncut, unpainted version of the Matrix (and all of Prime's other accessories) as well.

::*''[http://www.transformertoys.co.uk/content.php?/transformers-toys/toy-gallery/882/MetalForce+Collection/Optimus+Prime.html More information on Metalforce Convoy at Transformers @ The Moon]''
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===''Super Collection Figure''===
[[File:Scf matrices.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Convoy with Matrix''' (2000)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Convoy with Matrix''' (2001)}}</ul>
:The Matrix made its first appearance in Taraka's ''[[Heroes of Cybertron (toyline)|Super Collection Figure]]'' series of PVC figurines in the hands of the rare Rodimus Prime [[chase figure]] from the line's second "act". Both Rodimus and the Matrix were cast entirely in translucent colored plastic, as the Autobot leader held the talisman in both hands, in the process of opening it.

:The Matrix-bearing Rodimus chase figure was re-released as a standard figure for the fourth ''Super Collection Figure'' wave, this time as both a standard, solid-color figure and a metallic silver "pewter" version, both available at one each per standard case of twelve. In eight out of every ten cases, the pewter figure came with the right leg of the wave's collectable [[Metroplex (G1)#Super Collection Figure|Metroplex]] "build-a-figure".

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy with Matrix''' (2001)}}</ul>
:The Matrix made another appearance in the hands of a chase figure with this metallic silver Optimus Prime from the fifth ''Super Collection Figure'' act. The Matrix's translucent blue core is the only part of the figure not covered in silver paint.
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===''Mega Super Collection Figure''===
[[File:MegaSCF matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy TV Version''' (2002)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Metallic Version''' (2002)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Battle Damage Version''' (2002)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Hot Rodimus''' (2002)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Convoy''' (2002)}}</ul>
:The same Matrix accessory, cast in grey plastic with orange paint on the casing and metallic silver on the core, was included with the various ''[[Heroes of Cybertron (toyline)#Mega SCF|Mega Super Collection Figure]]'' versions of Optimus Prime and Rodimus Prime. None of the figures had compartments to store the Matrix, nor hands equipped to hold it in the normal way: the most any of the five figures can manage is to cup or balance it in their "open palm" alternate hands.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Cybertron/MegaSCFRodimusConvoy/rodimusconvoy.htm More information on Mega SCF Rodimus Convoy at TFU.info]''
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===''KT Figure Collection''===
[[File:TF-KT-Figure-Collection-Optimus-Prime-Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2004)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Revival Version''' (2004)}}</ul>
:The bust of Optimus Prime released as part of the ''[[KT Figure Collection]]'' features a removable Matrix with some atypical green detailing. Visible through Prime's chest windows, the Matrix is revealed when a lever on Prime's back is pressed, opening his chest and pushing the Matrix forward. The Matrix remained in the silver "Revival Version" redeco available exclusively through ''[[Figure Ō]]'' magazine.

::*''[http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/kt_figure/transformers/index.html More information on KT Figure Collection Convoy at the official website]''
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===First 4 Figures===
[[File:Sd ultramagnus statue.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''SD Ultra Magnus''' (statue, 2006)}}</ul>
:Seeking to produce a [[super deformed]] ''Transformers'' statue, [[First 4 Figures]] teamed up with Transformers fan site [http://www.tfw2005.com TFW2005.com] to run a contest that would allow fans to design their own. The winning design, depicting an unhappy Ultra Magnus after an amusingly unfortunate attempt at opening the Matrix of Leadership, was created by fan Xu Wei (aka Iron Bird), and was limited to only 500 pieces. A variant edition of the statue was also produced, redecoing Magnus in the color scheme of his ''Diaclone'' precursor, Powered Convoy, and was even more limited at only 100 pieces.

::*''[http://www.angelfire.com/planet/reminator6/HTML/autob/magnussdf.htm More information on SD Ultra Magnus at an Ultra Magnus fan site]''
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===Diamond Select Toys===
[[File:DiamondMatrixStatue.JPG|thumb|Deus sold separately]]
*'''Autobot Matrix of Leadership''' (2006)
:[[Diamond Select Toys]] produced a human-scaled replica of the Matrix. Weighing six pounds, it was sculpted by Robert Lee and is a limited edition of 1,000 pieces. The Matrix can be picked up off its Autobot-symbol base, and held by the finger holes in the handgrips — and while it does not open, it can "light your darkest hour," with internal electronics that make the central crystal orb pulse in blue, green, red, yellow, and pink. The base also has a removable [[Key to Vector Sigma]] accessory, which activates the electronics when placed in the base.

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[[File:AAUnicron statue.jpg|thumb|"YOU! SHALL NOT! PAAAASSS!!!"]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Unicron Movie Statue''' (Diamond Select, [[2007]])}}</ul>
:This statue of Hot Rod and Unicron stands 8 ½” tall and was limited to 1,986 pieces (as in 1986, the year the original animated movie was released). Hot Rod stands in the center of the piece, holding the Matrix of Leadership aloft, as Unicron looms behind him.

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[[File:Diamondselect matrices.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Optimus Prime (top), G1 Animated (middle), Powermaster (bottom) and Final Battle (main).]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (bust, 2007)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Final Battle Optimus Prime''' (Action Figure Xpress exclusive bust, 2007)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''G1 Animated Optimus Prime''' (San Diego Comic Con exclusive bust, 2008)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Powermaster Optimus Prime''' (unreleased bust, 2008)}}</ul>
:The Matrix of Leadership was a regular fixture on Diamond Select's array of Optimus Prime busts, appearing as sculpted detail on the standard base piece shared by the Optimus Prime, G1 Animated Optimus Prime, and unreleased Powermaster Optimus Prime busts. The same base was used for the Final Battle Optimus Prime bust, which represents the character after his climactic battle with Megatron, but the Matrix was removed (replaced with a panel displaying Prime's life-signs) and instead included as a removable accessory that fits in the bust's hand.
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===''Revoltech''===
[[File:Revoltech matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2007)}}</ul>
:''Revoltech'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Revoltech|Optimus Prime]] comes with a Matrix accessory. Alas, like his ''Mega SCF'' incarnations before him ([[#Mega Super Collection Figure|see above]]), ''Revoltech'' Prime cannot store it in his chest, and is unable to grasp it with any of his various alternate hands, with the only possible means of interaction being to precariously balance the Matrix in his open palm.
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===''Robot Heroes''===
[[File:RH Prime vs Unicron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Shiny.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Optimus Prime vs Unicron''' (2007)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Single-pack, 2008)}}</ul>
:[[Super deformed]] ''[[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'' Optimus Prime is depicted opening the Matrix of Leadership to light the Autobots' darkest hour.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/RHOptimusPrimeMatrix/optimusprime.htm More information on Robot Heroes Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Mecha Nations''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2014)}}</ul>
:Created by [[Kids Logic]], this super deformed "G1" [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Mehca Nations|Optimus Prime]] has a light-up, non-removable Matrix in his chest.

===''Ultimetal''===
[[File:Ultimetal Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2014)}}</ul>
:*''ID number:'' '''UM-01'''
:''Ultimetal'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Ultimetal|Optimus Prime]] is a large, extensively detailed figure produced by [[Art Storm]]. He comes with two different Matrix accessories: a smaller one that stores in his chest, where it can be lit up by an LED, and a larger one that can be held in his hands and lights up on its own. The larger Matrix can be displayed alongside Prime on a separate pedestal based on the [[#Diamond Select Toys|Diamond Select replica]]'s.
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===''EX Gōkin''===
[[File:EXGokin Matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2014)}}</ul>
:Art Storm also produced ''EX Gōkin'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#EX Gōkin|Convoy]], a much smaller Optimus Prime action figure with a non-removable Matrix molded into its chest compartment.
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===Prime 1 Studio===
[[File:Prime 1 Studio Matrix of Leadership.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron''' (May 2014)}}</ul>
:*''Movie:'' '''''Revenge of the Fallen'''''
:*''ID number:'' '''MMTFM-01S'''
:*''Accessories'': Base

:A replica of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Matrix of Leadership was included with an exclusive version of the [[Prime 1 Studio]] ''Museum Masterline'' [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#Prime 1 Studio|Megatron]] statue based on the same movie. It comes with its own base.
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===''D-Style''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2015)}}</ul>
:*''ID number:'' '''43'''
:The ''[[D-Style]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#D-Style|Convoy]] model kit comes with a Matrix that stores in his chest. It was redecoed into [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#D-Style|Black Convoy]]'s [[Dead Matrix]].
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===Hot Toys===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Starscream Version)''' (2015)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Megatron Version)''' (2015)}}</ul>
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===Soldier Story===
[[File:Soldier-Story-Unicron-lamp.jpeg|thumb|Magic lamp]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Unicron''' (2017)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories:'' Hot Rod, Hot Rod clear stand, remote control, USB power cable

:The [[Soldier Story Toys]] [[Unicron/toys#Soldier Story|Unicron]] table lamp stands over 26" tall and is bedecked with over 70 LEDs of various colors all over it. It also projects the movie-style Decepticon [[insignia]] above it. The lamp also includes a 6" Hot Rod holding the Matrix of Leadership.
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===Imaginarium Art===
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===Flame Toys===
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===Super7===
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===''R.E.D. [Robot Enhanced Design]''===
[[File:TF-R.E.D.-Optimus-Prime.jpg|200px|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2020)}}</ul>

:''[[Transformers R.E.D.]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#R.E.D. .5BRobot Enhanced Design.5D|Optimus Prime]] includes an opening chest compartment that stores a removable Matrix of Leadership.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' (2022)}}</ul>
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===Minimates===
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===Icon Heroes===
[[File:Icon-Heroes-Matrix-Bookend.jpg|thumb|Wait, the blue orb isn't supposed to split in half... [[Chaos Part Four: Genesis|is it?]]]]
*'''Matrix of Leadership Bookend''' (2022)
: A set of bookends made in the form of the original Matrix of Leadership, it measures 6.2 x 8.4 x 4 inches (15.75 x 21.33 x 10.16 cm) in size and weighs approximately 6 pounds (2.72 kg). Made of polystone, it was produced by Icon Heroes and was limited to 2,000 sets.

{{-}}[[File:IconHeroesGoldenLagoonMatrixBookend.jpg|thumb|No, no, NO! Only the middle is supposed to be gold, not the entire thi- wait, [[Matrix_of_Leadership/toys#CultureFly|what?]]]]
*'''Matrix of Leadership Bookend (Golden Lagoon Exclusive)''' (2023)
: Inspired by the Transformers episode "[[The Golden Lagoon (episode)|The Golden Lagoon]]", this redeco of the above bookend set depicts the entire Matrix of Leadership (save for its blue center) coated in [[electrum]] after the Autobots dipped into the titular golden lagoon,<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20240303064936/https://www.iconheroes.com/collections/transformers/products/transformers-matrix-of-leadership-bookend-golden-lagoon-exclusive Icon Heroes listing:] "Inspired by the Transformers episode The Golden Lagoon where Autobots and Decepticons are protected in electrum coating after dipping into a golden lagoon[...]"</ref> even though the Matrix wasn't introduced to audiences until ''The Transformers: The Movie'' released, ten months after the episode was first broadcast. Again made of polystone, it was available exclusively on Icon Heroes' web storefronts and was limited to 300 sets.

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===Threezero===
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===e-HOBBY===
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===Kotobukiya===
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===XM Studios===
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===Yolopark===
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===Disguise===
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===CultureFly===
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[[File:CultureFlyOneMatrix.jpg|thumb|YOU'RE NOT WORTHY TO OPEN ME. NOT EVEN YOU, RICK.]]
*'''Transformers One Matrix of Leadership Replica''' (2024)
: Made in the form of the Matrix of Leadership as seen in [[Transformers One (film)|''Transformers One'']], this static replica of the Matrix measures 10 x 6.6 x 3 inches (25 x 17 x 8.5 cm) in size. It is cast in metallic gold vinyl and features openings on both sides for owners to see the blue orb inside, which has gold glitter applied to it to emulate its glow as it doesn't have electronics. This Matrix also has some paint applications on the front and back for extra detailing, but while the both sides have blue and yellow paint in the same spots, only the front has black paint applied. It uses two pegs to connect into its black display stand, which has the film's logo applied on both sides in gold paint. Unfortunately, this Matrix does not feature any opening functions, and the openings in the handles are each less than half an inch in size (smaller than 1 cm, actually) making most owners unable to easily fit their fingers in like most media depictions of the Matrix opening in [[The Transformers (franchise)|G1]]. This Matrix was produced by [[CultureFly]] and was exclusively sold at [[Walmart]]. A year after ''Transformers One'''s release, overstock of these were found being sold at discount stores for roughly half off.

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===''Transformers × Mini World''===
[[File:MiniWorldGalvatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.40|]]
*'''Galvatron''' (2023)

: ''[[Transformers × Mini World]]'' Galvatron includes a flat, grey Matrix of Leadership which can mount on the wall of his mini-base, or be held in his hands via a peg on its bottom.
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===''Blokees''===
====Galaxy/Shining Version====
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''X Yearly Version - The Golden Lagoon''' (2023)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Shining Version, 2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Pink)''' (Galaxy Version, 2024)}}</ul>

: First introduced in Blokees' first X Yearly Version box set, the light-up Optimus Prime kit comes with a Matrix accessory and a support stand. It features a pair of tabs on each handle, compatible with most ''Galaxy/Shining Version'' kits that include open-palm hands, not just Prime.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Orion Pax COGGED''' (Galaxy Version, 2024)}}</ul>

: The Cogged Orion Pax kit from the seventh wave of the/second ''One''-based ''Galaxy Version'' line features a newly-tooled Matrix based on the macguffin in the movie. It functions identically with the G1-based accessory above.

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====Action Edition====
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime/Orion Pax''' (2025)}}</ul>

: Both iterations of the ''Action Edition'' Optimus Prime model kits came with their respective Matrices.

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====Classic Class====
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Classic Class, 2024)}}</ul>

: The Deluxe Class ''Classic Class'' Optimus Prime (One) kit includes a Matrix of Leadership, featuring a translucent blue crystal that illuminates from the torso frame. The accessory can be removed, but the head, back piece, and upper neck collar parts must be removed first to access it.

: The Matrix is entirely metallic gray, as it was molded in the same runners as other similarly metallic gray parts.

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====Defender Version====
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Special Galaxy Type Rodimus Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Special Armor Type Rodimus Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
:*''Series:'' '''Defender Version 04 - Tyrant's Fury'''

: The fourth wave of the ''Defender Version'' blind-boxes includes a smaller version of the Matrix accessory found in the chase variant of the Rodimus Prime kits. The Special Galaxy Type variant has an unpainted Matrix, while the Special Armor Type version features added gold details for greater accuracy. Both accessories come with an effect part.

: Aside from Rodimus, other kits with 3.4mm hands can hold the accessory. However, certain kits, such as those in the Galaxy Version line, can hold them, but the clenched middle finger on the fist would likely chip off the painted detail from the Special Armor Type version of the accessory.

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==References==
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Matrix of Leadership/toys

2026-03-05T05:37:08Z

Boingus: /* Toys */

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The '''[[Matrix of Leadership]]''' will lighten your darkest wallet.

==Toys==
===''Robots in Disguise'' (2001)===
[[File:RIDtoy primes matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Super Class, [[2001]])}}</ul>
:When in his [[Super Mode]]. the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] [[Optimus Prime (RID)#Robots in Disguise (2001)|Optimus Prime]] has a little door on his chest that opens to reveal a sculpted, non-removable Matrix. In Japanese fiction, this was not the Matrix of Leadership, but rather a mere [[Energon Matrix]], the like of which had been seen in toy form before with [[Lio Convoy]] and [[Big Convoy]].

:The Matrix remained when Prime was redecoed for the ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 franchise)|Universe]]'' ([[#Universe (2003)|see below]]) and ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' ([[#Cybertron|below again]]) toylines, and was also present in both the exclusive Clear and Black versions of the figure available in Japan... but being Japanese figures, that technically means it's not the Matrix of Leadership on them!

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''The Transformers''===
{{anchor|G1toy}}
[[File:G1toy diecast matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''New Year Special Convoy''' ([[2002]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' ([[2005]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron II''' (2005)}}</ul>
:The first true Matrix of Leadership toy was a silver [[die-cast]] metal accessory which came with [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s "New Year Special" reissue of the original [[The Transformers (toyline)|The Transformers]] Optimus Prime figure. The Matrix came with a removable chain that allowed it to be looped around the head of Prime or any other figure you chose to give it to, and when flipped upside-down, it could also clip over the ''[[Diaclone]]''-holdover cockpit seats inside Prime's opening chest compartment.

:This Matrix was [[redeco]]ed in gold for inclusion with Takara's 2005 reissue of the original [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#PurpleReissue|Galvatron]] toy, and in green (specifically representing its appearance as the Creation Matrix in the Marvel Comics series) for the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive [[Galvatron II#Toys|Galvatron II]] redeco. Years later, the original silver version of the Matrix was included as part of the "[[Hot Rod (G1)/toys|Rodimus]] vs. [[Cyclonus (G1)/toys|Cyclonus]]" set in the 2010 ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)|Transformers]]'' toyline ([[#Transformers (2010)|see below]]).

:The Creation Matrix was used as the Green Matrix in ''[[Generations Selects Special Comic]]''.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Cybertron/NewYearsConvoy/nyconvoy.htm More information on New Year Special Convoy at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Destron/Galvatron/galvatron.htm More information on reissue Galvatron at TFU.info]''
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===''Armada''===
[[File:Armadatoy matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Super Base, 2002/[[2003]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Shining Gold Convoy''' (Super Base, 2003)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Powerlinx Optimus Prime''' (Super Base, 2003)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Battle for the Matrix''' (Multi-pack, 2003)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Magna Convoy DX Set''' (Multi-pack, 2003)}}</ul>
:The large version of ''[[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|Armada]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Toys|Optimus Prime]] has a non-removable Matrix of Leadership hidden behind the flip-down grill on his chest. This feature was kept for the various [[redeco]]s of this mold, gaining a blue center for Prime's "Powerlinx" redeco, and being entirely chromed when the figure got the gold chrome treatment as a Lucky Draw figure. Some further coloration changes were made when the figure was redecoed during the ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' toyline ([[#Energon|see below]]).

:Although this mold was never redecoed into [[Nemesis Prime (Armada)|Nemesis Prime]], the ''[[Linkage (comic)|Linkage]]'' mini-comics exploited the two characters' physical similarity to essentially [[repurposing|repurpose]] this Matrix into the [[Doomstone]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Armada Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.luckydrawtransformers.com/toy/gallery/review/gold+super+mode+convoy/1084/gold+super+mode+convoy.html More information on Shining Gold Convoy at Lucky Draw Transformers]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Powerlinx Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/KMartPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Battle for the Matrix Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Universe'' (2003)===
[[File:Universe2003toy rid prime matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Supreme Class, 2003)}}</ul>

:Although ''Robots in Disguise'' Optimus Prime got a lemon-yellow makeover for the ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' toyline, the Matrix beneath their chest-panel remained the same as ever.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/TFUOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Universe'' Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Energon''===
[[File:Energontoy armada prime redeco matrix.jpg|thumb|Matrix of [[Halloween]]]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime and Overload''' (Multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>
:While the new-mold Optimus Prime toys created for the ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' toyline lacked any kind of Matrix (instead featuring the [[Spark of Combination]] in a very Matrix-esque middle-of-the-chest position), the line did not go entirely without, as the ''Armada'' Super Base Prime figure was redecoed and re-released in a multi-pack with combination partner [[Overload (Armada)#Energon|Overload]]. Available exclusively at [[Costco]] stores, this [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#CostCoOverload|Super Base Optimus Prime]] redecoed the sculpted Matrix in a bright golden-orange (compared to the dull gold of before), with a green crystal at the center.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/CostcoPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Energon Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Masterpiece''===
[[File:Masterpiece matrices.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' ([[2003]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (Lucky Draw figure, [[2004]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultra Magnus''' (2004)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Perfect Edition''' ([[2006]]/[[2009]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Black Version''' ([[2010]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Sleep Mode''' (2010)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Last Production''' ([[2011]])}}</ul>
:A chromed Matrix accessory came with Hasbro's Takara's ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' edition of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|Convoy]], consisting of a translucent blue "crystal" centre surrounded by two shell-halves that could be pulled open. The Matrix stored in an opening chamber in Prime's chest, where its centre could be illuminated by a blue LED light built into the compartment. In order to fit into Prime's chest, however, the Matrix wound up being rather small, leaving Prime only able to wrap two of his fingers through its handles, instead of his whole hands.

:The Matrix was included with every reissue and redeco of the Prime mold, remaining in its normal colors when it came with Ultra Magnus, and the "Perfect Edition", "Sleep Mode", and "Final Edition" versions of Prime himself. When Prime was chromed entirely gold as a [[Lucky Draw figure]], though, the Matrix was likewise blinged out, while the Matrix included with the "Black Version" of Prime, representing an [[Eldedroid#toys|Eldedroid]], was chromed purple where the original was gold, and had a red translucent centre, illuminated by the figure's new red LED. A non-chromed version of the Matrix was included with Hasbro's "DVD Edition" of the figure as part of the ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' line ([[#Classics|see below]]).

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/20thPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on 20th Anniversary Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.goldoptimusprime.com/ More information on gold Masterpiece Convoy at GoldOptimusPrime.com]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Cybertron/UltraMagnus/ultramagnus.htm More information on Masterpiece Ultra Magnus at TFU.info]''

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[[File:MP rodimus matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Convoy''' (2011/[[2018]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Black Rodimus Convoy''' ([[November 28]], 2011)}}</ul>
:Being built to a smaller scale than the ''Masterpiece'' Optimus Prime figure, ''Masterpiece'' Rodimus Prime featured a new, smaller Matrix accessory of his own, cast in translucent blue plastic and decorated with gold and silver chrome. The Matrix stores in a chamber in Rodimus's abdomen, but is ''so small'' (smaller even relatively to Rodimus than Optimus's Matrix was to him) that Rodimus can't hold it by its handles at all. This Matrix mold was also included with [[Black Rodimus Convoy#Masterpiece|Black Rodimus Convoy]], now with a red chrome shell.

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[[File:ConvoyModeEva Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|(Convoy Mode "Eva" version)]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2011/[[2016]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''MP Convoy (BAPE ver.)''' ([[August 19]], [[2014]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Mode "Eva"''' ([[November 28]], 2014)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (BAPE REDCAMO ver.)''' (November [[2015]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sa|'''Shattered Glass Optimus Prime''' (November 2016)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2017)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (BAPE BLACKCAMO ver.)''' ([[2017]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (7-Eleven ver.)''' ([[February 28]], 2018)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (atmos safari LEBRON Ver.)''' ([[March 15]], [[2019]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (atmos safari duckcamo Ver.)''' ([[March 26]], [[2020]])}}</ul>

: [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#MP10|MP-10 Convoy]] is an entirely new tooling of "Generation 1" Optimus Prime. Convoy is now smaller, making him more in-scale with other recent ''Masterpiece'' toys, such as [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|Rodimus]], and comes with a [[Combat Deck (G1)#MP10|trailer]] and various accessories. His chest compartment opens up to reveal an equally smaller, new-mold Matrix of Leadership with a clear blue plastic center. Unlike the previous version, the Matrix cannot be pulled apart, Convoy can only wrap his index finger around the handle and cannot hold it both hands at once, and the Matrix chamber in his chest has no light-up feature, but hey, at least it's now die-cast metal!

: The Matrix was also included with MP-10 Convoy's redecoes, of note: [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#eva|Convoy Mode "Eva"]] (rendered with a red crystal, said in [[Mode "Eva" chapter 3|accompanying fiction]] to be based on the core of an [[Angel]]) and for [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#Masterpiece|Black Convoy]], it was redecoed into the [[Dead Matrix#Masterpiece|Dead Matrix]].

: Later ''Masterpiece'' figures [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#MP22|MP-22 Ultra Magnus]] and [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#MP28|MP-28 Hot Rodimus]] (as well as their redecoes) are also designed to interact with this Matrix mold: both can carry it in their chests, while Ultra Magnus also comes with special hands for holding it.

:The Matrix of Leadersip was redecoed into [[Town Matrix|Mito's Town Matrix and Fukutsu's Town Matrix]], and the [[Matrix of Malice#Toys|Matrix of Malice]] included with [[Windsweeper#Generations|Windsweeper]].

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2017)}}</ul>
[[File:MPM-4-Optimus-Primematrix.jpg|thumb|250px|But there's no Matrix in ''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]''? Wait a [[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|sec...]]]]
:This release of ''Masterpiece Movie Series'' [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Masterpiece|Optimus Prime]] comes with his own Matrix of Leadership, now molded in die-cast. It is rather inaccurate due to the multiple tab holes required for storage in Prime's chest.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Ver.3.0''' (2019)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' ([[2024]])}}</ul>

:MP-44 is another all new tooling of "Generation 1" Optimus Prime, with a much more anime accurate style and increased complexity. It features a redeco of the MP-10 die-cast Matrix with a painted metallic blue core.
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' ([[2021]])}}</ul>
[[File:MPM-12-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|250px|But there's no Matrix in ''[[Bumblebee (film)|Bumblebee]]''? Wait a [[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (film)|sec...]]]]
:MPM-12 comes with a new die-cast Matrix of Leadership heavily inspired by its "Generation 1" design, despite never appearing in ''[[Bumblebee (film)|Bumblebee]]''. And the prequel/reboot debate goes on...
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===''20th Anniversary''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2004)}}</ul>
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===''Cybertron''===
[[File:Cybertrontoy matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Convoy Gold Version''' (Leader Lucky Draw figure, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Convoy Silver Version''' (Leader Lucky Draw figure, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Convoy Custom Color Version''' (Leader Lucky Draw figure, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Sonic Convoy''' (Multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Force Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2006)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime / Wing Saber''' (multi-pack, 2006)}}</ul>
:''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Cybertron|Optimus Prime]] comes with a removable Matrix of Leadership accessory, decorated with an inverse color scheme that renders the crystal orange and the holder grey. The Matrix fits in Prime's chest, and his large, articulated fingers mean that he can hold it, though not in both hands at once.

:The Matrix received multiple redecoes and rereleases though remained unchanged for his mass-retail "Galaxy Force" coloration, which was also re-released without changes in the 2008 ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' toyline.

:Galaxy Convoy Gold Version's Matrix was repurposed as the [[Gold Matrix]] by "[[Generations Selects Special Comic Finale]]".

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Cybertron Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/GFOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Galaxy Force Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultra Magnus and Optimus Prime''' (multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>
:''Robots in Disguise'' Optimus Prime was slightly redecoed for [[Optimus Prime (RID)#Cybertron|inclusion]] in this Costco-exclusive two-pack with ''Robots in Disguise'' [[Ultra Magnus (RID)#Cybertron|Ultra Magnus]]. The mold still sports its sculpted Matrix detail, though for this release the paint applications that surrounded it were changed from orange to black (this being the only change from the original figure). It's not impossible that this might actually ''not'' have represented the Matrix of Leadership on this figure, but instead the Spark of Combination, which the set's packaging mentions as the source of the brothers' combining power—but we include it here to be thorough!

===''Hybrid Style''===
[[File:THS galaxyconvoy matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Convoy''' (2005)}}</ul>
: Part of Takara's short ''[[Hybrid Style]]'' series of small-scale, highly-articulated figures, this version of ''Cybertron'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Hybrid Style|Optimus Prime]] came with a ''really'' tiny removable Matrix that stored in its customary position within the toy's chest. It was a somewhat more show-accurate sculpt than the Matrix included with the full-size ''Cybertron'' Prime figure, and was colored with metallic paint as opposed to the larger figure's mostly-unpainted accessory.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Cybertron/HybridGalaxyConvoy/galaxyconvoy.htm More information on Hybrid Style Galaxy Convoy at TFU.info]''

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[[File:THSmatrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2006)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Black Version''' (2006)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Black Gold Version''' (November 25, 2013)}}</ul>
:The ''Hybrid Style'' version of "Generation 1" [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Hybrid Style|Optimus Prime]] also comes with a super-tiny Matrix, not much bigger than a large drug capsule, which fits in the traditional opening compartment within Prime's chest. Like the ''Hybrid Style'' ''Cybertron'' Prime before it, the figure comes with an assortment of alternate hands, but ''un''like its predecessor, it includes a pair specifically designed to hold the Matrix. Due to the small size of the figure, they do not figure articulated fingers to grip it, but instead are cast in the shape of clenched fists with grooves cut into the outside of the fingers into which the Matrix can slot.

:The Matrix was also included with Prime's later "[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#THS02B|Black Version]]" and "[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#THSBlackGold|Black Gold Version]]" redeco, without changes.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Cybertron/HybridConvoy/convoy.htm More information on Hybrid Style Convoy at TFU.info]''
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===''Generation 2''===
[[File:G2toy reissue matrix stickers.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Battle Convoy''' (reissue, 2006)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Laser Ultra Magnus''' (e-Hobby exclusive, 2006)}}</ul>
:When ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#G2reissue|Battle Convoy]] was reissued in 2006, among the assorted changes made to his deco was the addition of a pair of new [[sticker]]s to his chest windows that depicted the Matrix resting in its traditional position inside him. The stickers remained when the figure was redecoed into the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Generation 2|Laser Ultra Magnus]] figure.
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Cybertron/UltraMagnus/ultramagnus.htm More information on Laser Ultra Magnus at TFU.info]''
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===''Classics''===
[[File:Classicstoy dvd mp prime matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (20th Anniversary DVD Edition, 2006)}}</ul>
:The ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' "DVD Edition" of ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#20thDVD|Optimus Prime]] included the familiar Matrix accessory, but as with all the other parts of the toy that had previously been vacuum-metalized, it is now decorated in metallic gold and silver paint, rather than chrome.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/20thDVDOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on DVD Edition Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Universe'' (2008)===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Optimus Prime vs Crumplezone''' (Costco exclusive multi-pack, [[2008]])}}</ul>
:A rerelease of the above ''[[#Cybertron|Cybertron]]'' Galaxy Force Optimus Prime toy, ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' Leader Class Optimus Prime retains the same Matrix of Leadership.

===''Transformers'' (2010)===
[[File:TF2010 hftd matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Battle Blades Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2010)}}</ul>
: While the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' movie may have left the fate of the live-action Matrix up in the air, the ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)|Transformers]]'' Voyager Class [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Transformers (2010)#Voyager class toys|Battle Blades Optimus Prime]] figure follows through on the intention evident in several of the film's adaptations by including it as an accessory stored within his body. Specifically, this removable Matrix attaches to a translucent blue plate hidden in Prime's midriff, which rotates up into place when his chest is opened and a panel on his abdomen is folded down. The Matrix is unpainted grey plastic on the Hasbro release of the figure; the TakaraTomy edition of Battle Blades Prime gives it coat of silver paint.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Autobot/BattleBladesOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Battle Blades Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''

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[[File:TF2010toy rod vs cyc.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Battle in Space''' (2-pack, 2010)}}</ul>
:The die-cast metal Matrix originally released by TakaraTomy with several of their "Generation 1" reissues ([[#The Transformers|see above]]) received its first Hasbro release in this box set of [[redeco]]s of ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Classics (2006)|Rodimus]] and ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Cyclonus (G1)#Universe (2008)|Cyclonus]], released under the ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)#Hasbro Reveal the Shield subline|Reveal the Shield]]'' [[subline imprint]]. The Matrix itself is back in its original silver coloration. Unfortunately, the figures can't actually ''interact'' with the accessory in any way: Neither Rodimus nor Cyclonus can actually ''hold'' the Matrix, and it can't even hang from their necks since it does not include the removable chain that came with the various Takara editions.

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[[File:TF2010 g2prime matrix.jpg|thumb|Brought to you by the guys who designed [[Thunderblast (Decepticon)|Thunderblast]].]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2011)}}</ul>
:Part of the sixth wave of the 2010 ''Transformers'' toyline and the second wave of the ''Reveal the Shield'' subline imprint, this [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Transformers (2010)|Optimus Prime]] is an all-new Deluxe Class mold based on the original ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' Laser Optimus Prime toy ([[#G2toy|see above]]). The panels on the side of his truck mode fold in behind his chest windows in robot mode to reveal a sculpted Matrix of Leadership.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Masterpiece Rodimus Prime''' (2011)}}</ul>
:''Masterpiece'' [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#HasbroMasterpiece|Rodimus Prime]] is a [[Toys"R"Us]]-[[exclusive]] release of the Rodimus Convoy figure, and was redecoed to resemble his original toy. His Matrix is no longer vacuum-metalized, and the shell is instead given a coat of metallic gold paint.

:This version of Rodimus also comes with an additional new-mold Matrix accessory, very similar to Masterpiece Optimus Prime's Matrix. Rodimus is actually capable of wrapping his entire mitts around this accessory's handles, and the Matrix can be pulled open (but not apart) to reveal more of the crystal inside.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Masterpiece Optimus Prime''' (2012)}}</ul>
: The Hasbro Toys"R"Us-exclusive [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#mp10hasbro|release of MP-10 Convoy]] features various plastic color and [[Paint operation|paint detail]] changes. He still comes with the Matrix, which appears to be no different.
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===''United''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Laser Optimus Prime''' (March 26, 2011)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#RtSG2|Reveal the Shield]]'' toy above, ''United'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Generations|Laser Optimus Prime]] retains the Matrix of Leadership detail.

===''Dark of the Moon''===
[[File:DOTMtoy-OptimusPrimeVoyagerwithComettor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Orange you glad it doesn't look like this in the film?]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime / Includes Deluxe Class Comettor''' (2-pack, 2011) }}</ul>
: This redeco and [[retool]] of the Battle Blades Optimus Prime toy, [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#OptimusComettor|Optimus Prime]] includes a redecoed, orange version of the live-action movie Matrix.
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===''Prime''===
[[File:Primetoy-OptimusPrimeMatrixofLeadership.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|In Soviet Russia, Prime is in the Matrix.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Matrix of Leadership SDCC Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2011)}}</ul>
:Exclusive to [[San Diego Comic-Con]], this minor repaint of Deluxe-Class ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#First Edition (2011)|Prime: First Edition]]'' [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Prime: First Edition|Optimus Prime]] comes inside special Matrix-shaped packaging that can be worn around your neck.

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[[File:Primetoy-TakaraTomy-ArmsMasterOptimus-Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|When light isn't enough for your [[darkest hour]], simply replace "light" with "lacerate".]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Arms Master Optimus''' ([[September 29]], 2012)}}</ul>
:Part of the seventh wave of Japanese ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)|Prime]]'' toys, the [[TakaraTomy]] version of Weaponizer [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Weaponizer|Optimus Prime]] comes with a very large Matrix which can tab onto his chest as armor or mount onto the back of the truck cab. It is covered in [[5 mm post|5 mm posts and holes]] so [[Arms Micron]]s can be attached to it. He also has a clear-blue "Shining" version of the [[Arms Micron]], [[R.A.#ArmsMaster|R.A.]], who can combine with the Matrix to form the colossal [[Star Saber (Thirteen)#ArmsMaster|Matrix Saber]]. If Microns [[O.P.]] and [[B.B. (Prime)|B.B.]] (sold separately) are also thrown into the mix, the result is the [[Star Saber (Arms Micron)|Super Star Saber]].

:Note that the clear-plastic-on-clear-plastic hinge in the middle of the blade stresses rapidly with repeated transformation due to the pressure leveraged onto the free-standing side of the clip when traveling from Matrix mode to Saber mode. As such, the user is advised to pick one mode and keep the Matrix there.
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===''Kre-O''===
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Matrix Optimus Prime''' (2011)}}</ul>
:Intended to be [[exclusive]] to [[BotCon 2011]], this [[Optimus Prime (Kre-O)#Toys|Optimus Prime]] Kreon has an open chest showing the [[Matrix of Leadership]] within. He comes with a G1 inspired gun and a black brick display stand. We say "intended", because in actuality, the thing appears to have been produced in such huge quantities that it's wound up being made available in ''loads'' of other places—it was handed out at [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2011, offered as a free giveaway with any order that included Transformers toys on [[Hasbro Toy Shop]]), as a free gift on the cover of the ''[[Awesome Autobots Activity Book]]'', and came as a free gift attached to, of all things, issue #240 of the [[United Kingdom|UK]] children's comic, ''[[Doctor Who]] Adventures'' (but not the UK's [[Transformers (Titan Magazine)|Transformers comic]], you'll note!). A supposed factory error even caused this version (minus display stand) to be included in the larger Optimus Prime kit (see above). This problem has (presumably) been fixed, but it was awesome while it lasted.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/Kre-OMatrixOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Matrix Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Timelines''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Invasion''' ([[BotCon 2012]] box set)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Kick-Over/Optimus Prime''' (BotCon 2012 souvenir set)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-cm|'''Scourge''' (TFSS 1.0, 2013)}}</ul>
:As redecoes of the ''[[#RtSG2|Reveal the Shield]]'' toy above, ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Optimus Prime (SG)#BotCon2012|Optimus Prime]], [[Ultra Magnus (SG)#Timelines|Ultra Magnus]], and [[Scourge (RID)#Timelines|Scourge]] all retain the Matrix of Leadership detail.

===''Bot Shots''===
[[File:Bot shots matrix card.jpg|thumb|It was only a matter of time before the Transformers stumbled into Paper Mario.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Battle for the Matrix''' (2012)}}</ul>
: This ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Ultimate Battle set includes a Matrix trophy card. It's made of cardboard and was probably already bent up when you opened the packaging.
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===''Generations''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2d2|'''Ultimate Gift Set''' (2012)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#RtSG2|Reveal the Shield]]'' toy above, ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Generations|Combat Hero Optimus Prime]] retains the Matrix of Leadership detail.

===''Platinum Edition''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Year of the Horse Optimus Prime''' (2014)}}</ul>
:Released to celebrate Chinese New Year, ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' "Year of the Horse" [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Optimus Prime]] is a redeco of MP-10 Convoy, complete with Matrix.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Rise of Rodimus Prime''' (''Platinum Edition'' 2-pack, 2016)}}</ul>
:A reuse of the Matrix accessory that was first included with the [[#MP10|''Masterpiece'' MP-10]] figure, this time illustrating the conflict between [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Rodimus Prime]] (using a redeco of his ''[[Titanium Series]]'' toy) and [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Galvatron]] (using a redeco of his [[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|2008 ''Universe'' Deluxe Class toy]]). Ironically, of the two figures in the set, only Galvatron can actually hold the Matrix.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime Year of the Rooster Edition''' (2017)}}</ul>
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===''Age of Extinction''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Revenge Optimus Prime''' (2014)}}</ul>
:The Matrix included in ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (toyline)|Age of Extinction]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#AOERevenge|Revenge Optimus Prime]] redeco retains the same silver paint coating.

===''Power of the Primes''===
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Evolution Rodimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2017)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Evolution Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2017)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-m1|'''Evolution Optimus Primal''' (Leader Class, [[2018]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-m1|'''Throne of the Primes''' (Multi-pack, 2018)}}</ul>

:Each standard ''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'' Leader Class figure includes a uniquely-colored Matrix of Leadership which can be placed inside their chest (sans [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#RodimusUnicronus|Rodimus Unicronus]] and [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#Power of the Primes|Nemesis Prime]], who instead include the [[Matrix of Conquest#Generations|Matrix of Chaos]] and [[Dark Matrix of Leadership#Toys|Dark Matrix of Leadership]] respectively). The central crystal of the Matrix is removable, and has the same dimensions as a [[Prime Master]]'s [[spark]] mode (or [[Titan Master]] in head mode). This means that the crystal can be replaced in the Matrix by any Prime Master, and that the removed crystal can be slotted into the armor accessories included with Deluxe and Voyager Class ''Power of the Primes'' figures, along with the heads of ''Titans Return'' figures. It can also be replaced with an [[Enigma of Combination#Generations|Enigma of Combination]] included with the Voyager Class figures.

:Only the Matrix from [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Power of the Primes|Optimus Prime]] uses the original coloration of the Matrix of Leadership; [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Power of the Primes|Rodimus Prime]]'s is based on an alternate coloration that shows up here or there, while the one from the regular retail [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#Power of the Primes|Optimal Optimus]] is colored to resemble Optimus Prime's spark container in the [[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|''Beast Wars'']] episode "[[Optimal Situation]]". Finally, the one included with [[Throne of the Primes]] [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#SDCC2018|Optimal Optimus]] is based on his ''Beast Wars'' Season 1 chest.
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===''War for Cybertron: Siege''===
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2018)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Classic Animation Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2019)}}</ul>
:In ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege|Siege]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#War for Cybertron: Siege|Optimus Prime]]'s vehicle mode, opening its windows shows the Matrix of Leadership molded into the plastic. Due to the transformation, the Matrix doesn't end up in the chest in robot mode. The toy was redecoed into ''Siege'' [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#War for Cybertron: Siege|Nemesis Prime]] and ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#War for Cybertron Trilogy|Nemesis Prime]], repurposing the Matrix-detail into the [[Dark Matrix of Leadership#War for Cybertron: Siege|Dark Matrix]].
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===''Golden Lagoon''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Golden Lagoon Convoy''' ([[July 29]], 2018)}}</ul>
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===''Cyberverse''===
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Ultimate Class, 2018/2019)}}</ul>

:For the first Ultimate Class version of ''Cyberverse'' Optimus, The Matrix is represented as a deployable non-removable action feature. The feature is activated by pressing in his left clavicle while in robot mode, or pressing down on the top of his cab in vehicle mode. In fact, you will likely deploy it on accident a lot due to how sensitive the button is, especially during transformation. Once deployed, it can be made to spin by rolling the truck mode forward (powered by the right front wheel) or by spinning the small red wheel on his robot mode side. This causes the clear blue "energy" details to open, revealing the Matrix underneath. This gimmick is gravity dependent, meaning it must be in the correct position to activate properly.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2019)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Heroes of Cybertron 3-Pack''' (Deluxe Class 3-pack, [[2022]])}}</ul>
:The Deluxe Class version of ''Cyberverse'' Optimus features another sculpted non-removable Matrix of Leadership. While the Matrix cannot be removed from Prime's chest, it ''can'' have a special [[Fire Blast effect|blast effect]] part plugged into it to emulate a beam of energy shooting out from it.
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===''Collaborative''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''MP-10G Optimus Prime Ecto-35 Edition''' ([[July 19]], 2019)}}</ul>
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''VNR Optimus Prime''' ([[2023]])}}</ul>
:As a repaint of Holiday Optimus Prime, The Matrix included with VNR Optimus Prime is a repaint of the [[Matrix of Holiday Cheer]]. It can be removed from Optimus Prime's chest, though the figure is incapable of holding it in its hands.

===''Generations Selects''===
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Star Convoy''' (2019)}}</ul>
:The ''[[Generations Selects (toyline)|Selects]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Selects|Star Convoy]] retool of ''Power of the Primes'' Optimus Prime includes a compatible Matrix (also used as the "[[Silver Matrix]]") that ''doesn't'' split into 2 pieces. This matrix has a 5 mm post on the bottom and a 5mm hole on top, meant to allow the figure's 2 guns to combine with it into the "Big Bang Cannon." The post makes it wieldable by figures with 5mm fist holes. While the core and frame aren't interchangeable the matrix can be put in the chests of other ''Power of the Primes'' leader class figures.
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===''War for Cybertron: Earthrise''===
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2020)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Alternate Universe Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2020)}}</ul>
:Both toys of ''[[War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Optimus Prime]] include an opening chest compartment that stores a removable Matrix of Leadership, similar to MP-01, MP-10 and MP-44 Convoy. Prime's opening hands can grasp the handles, and the reverse of the Matrix features a [[5 mm post|5 mm port]], making it surprisingly [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System]]-compatible. Different Matrix sculpts across the ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' would (mostly) use the design of this Matrix as a starting point, though they are largely made from new tooling.
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===''War for Cybertron Trilogy''===
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Battle 3-Pack, 2020)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sa|''' Shattered Glass Optimus Prime & Shattered Glass Ratchet''' (''Selects'' 2-Pack, 2020)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' toy above, ''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (toyline)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#2020Netflix|Optimus Prime]] retains the same Matrix of Leadership, albeit in slightly darker colors. ''War for Cybertron Trilogy / Selects'' [[Optimus Prime (SG)#War for Cybertron Trilogy|Shattered Glass Optimus Prime]] includes a newly-decoed Matrix cast in translucent dark yellow with silver and purple paint applied to the front and was described by [[Hasbro Pulse]] as the ''evil'' Matrix of Leadership.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20210114032604/https://hasbropulse.com/products/transformers-generations-selects-deluxe-wfc-gs17-shattered-glass-ratchet-and-optimus-prime "...the pack features an evil Matrix of Leadership accessory."]</ref>{{-}}

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1p1|'''Spoiler Pack''' (Leader Unboxing, 2021)}}</ul>
:The third ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' Spoiler Pack includes another Matrix accessory. Made of soft, rubberised plastic, this Matrix is molded to a harness that allows it to hook onto [[Megatron (G1)/Generations toys#2021Netflix|the included Megatron]] in both robot and tank modes. The design of this Matrix diverges from all other Matrix accessories released across the ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' in that it is based on the model from the [[Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy (cartoon)|show]]... which, in turn strangely appears to be based on [[Shout! Studios|Shout! Factory]]'s complete ''[[The Transformers (cartoon)|Transformers]]'' [https://tformers.com/reviews.php?op=showcontent&id=1077 DVD box set].

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' (''Selects'' Leader Class, 2021)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Behold, Galvatron! Unicron Companion Pack''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#Galvatron|Kingdom]]'' toy below, ''War for Cybertron Trilogy / Selects'' [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#GS27|Galvatron]] retains the same Matrix of Leadership in green to represent the Creation Matrix as depicted in the [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)|original Marvel comic]] and the [[Galvatron II#Toys|Galvatron II]] toy (and by extension, the [[Star Power]] [[Creation Matrix (GS)|Creation Matrix]]).

:A different redeco of ''Kingdom'' Galvatron, [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron Trilogy|"Behold, Galvatron!"]] is cast in mostly translucent purple plastics, including a completely unpainted Matrix accessory.
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===''War for Cybertron: Kingdom''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2020)}}</ul>
:A rerelease of the above ''[[#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' toy, ''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Kingdom]]'' Leader Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#K11|Optimus Prime]] retains the same Matrix of Leadership.

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[[File:Kingdom Galvatron Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galvatron''' (Leader Class, 2021)}}</ul>
:''Kingdom'' [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Galvatron]] includes a Matrix of Leadership, similar to the one first included with [[#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|''Earthrise'' Optimus Prime]]. The new molding allows it to mount onto an included plastic chain via 5 mm post, which can rest around Galvatron's neck or attach at the base of the cannon barrel in his alternate mode. Unlike other ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' Matrices, this Matrix is cast in opaque gray plastic, with the silver and gold shell and light blue crystal painted on.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Prime''' (Commander Class, 2021)}}</ul>
:Another newly-tooled Matrix is included with ''Kingdom'' Commander Class [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Rodimus Prime]], again based on ''Earthrise'' Optimus Prime's. Rodimus Prime can accommodate it in his chest, or hold it with his articulated hands; as with ''Studio Series'' Hot Rod below (who was released first), this Matrix includes an additional effect part that clips on the front to simulate it glowing. The hole on the reverse side of this Matrix is too small for 5 mm integration.
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===''Studio Series''===
[[File:Studio_Series_86_Hot_Rod_Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Hot Rod''' (Voyager Class, [[2020]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Hot Rod''' (Voyager Class, [[2026]])}}</ul>
:''Another'' different tooling to the all of the above, ''[[Studio Series]]'' 86-04 [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Studio Series|Autobot Hot Rod]]'s Matrix comes with an additional effect part (a different one from the one included with ''Kingdom'' Rodimus Prime) that clips over the front to recreate the iconic scene from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', thanks to Hot Rod's articulation. The hole on the reverse side is too ''large'' to accommodate 5 mm accessories. Compared to similar sculpts, this Matrix lacks the bumps on the sides of the orb and the radial lines on the top left and bottom right sections. Oddly enough, those lines are still present on the reverse side. The "MTMTE Collection" release of Hot Rod leaves the Matrix unpainted and the effect part is no longer included.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultra Magnus''' (Commander Class, [[2023]])}}</ul>
:The Matrix included with ''Studio Series'' 86-21 [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Studio Series|Ultra Magnus]] is cast in clear plastic and painted over. It can store in his chest. Unfortunately, due to the Matrix being too small, he can only hold it with two fingers. Out-of-the-box, the Matrix is inserted upside down in his chest, a mistake that is also present in the instructions and packaging, the latter of which amusingly makes it look like the Matrix can launch out of his chest.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Gamer Edition Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2023)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, [[2025]])}}</ul>
:A ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (games)|War for Cybertron]]''-accurate Matrix is included with ''Studio Series'' [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Studio Series|Gamer Edition Optimus Prime]]. It has a 5 mm port on the back to store in Prime’s chest. As the chest peg is painted, it is sized slightly smaller than normal to allow for tolerance, but as a result some copies have very slightly loose connections. This Matrix happens to be loosely compatible with ''Studio Series'' Hot Rod's Matrix glow effect.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Limited Edition Battle Damage Ver.)''' (Deluxe Class, 2024)}}</ul>
:This Matrix is based on its appearance in [[Transformers One (film)|''Transformers One'']] and is included with ''Studio Series'' [[Optimus Prime (One)#Studio Series|112 Optimus Prime]]. Unlike prior Matrix toys, this one is held by tabbing into slots on the outsides of Prime's knuckles instead of needing opening hands. It is painted the traditional Generation 1 colors of silver and orange instead of the film's full gold.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Commander Class, 2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Battle Damage Limited Edition)''' (Commander Class, 2025)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Energon Universe Optimus Prime''' (2026)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2026)}}</ul>
:Included with Commander Class 86-31 [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Studio Series|Optimus Prime]], this Matrix is another one based on the ''Earthrise'' design with minor sculpt differences. Again due to its small size, this Prime can only hold the Matrix with his index fingers. The port on the back is ''slightly'' larger than 5 mm. The Matrix is retained in the "Leader Class" releases of the mold that omit the trailer.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' (Leader Class, 2025)}}</ul>
:''Studio Series'' 86-31 [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Studio Series|Galvatron]] and his Matrix are another redeco of the [[#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|''Kingdom'' mold]]. This version uses a brighter shade of orange than the original. The chain necklace is retained for this release.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Devastation Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2025)}}</ul>
:Included with the Deluxe Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#SSDevastation|Devastation Optimus Prime]], this small unpainted Matrix can be stored in Prime's chest, and features two pegs on either side of its casing which can be inserted into recesses beneath Prime's thumbs, allowing the figure to hold it without needing opening hands.

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[[File:TF Studio Series TFTM Roleplay Matrix of Leadership.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|By the power of <s>Primus</s> $125, ''I HAVE THE TOUCH!'']]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''The Matrix of Leadership''' ([[2026]])}}</ul>
:*''Movie'': '''''The Transformers: The Movie'''''
:*''Accessories'': display stand
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Luke (Hasbro electrical engineer)|Luke]] and [[Peter (Hasbro electrical engineer)|Peter]] (electronics)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging illustration)}}<ref>[[February 15]], [[2025]]'s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LmCVek3P2uE Every TRANSFORMERS Reveal from New York Toy Fair 2026] with [[Evan Brooks]], [[Mark Maher]], and [[Nate Purswell]]</ref>

:''Studio Series'' "The Matrix of Leadership" is a detailed, human-scale replica released for the 40th anniversary of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''. The Matrix can be pulled open to <s>turn yourself into a Prime</s> experience the climax of the film, complete with pulsating lights and playing "[[The Touch]]". Included is a display base on which the Matrix can rest, open or closed. The base of the display features [[Cybertronian language|Ancient Autobot]] text reading "[['Til all are one]]" on one side and "Light our [[darkest hour]]" on the other. The Matrix is powered by 3 AA batteries (not included), with the on/off button being located on the back of the orange casing. It can also be powered via USB-C port on the back of the blue core for a permanently lit display. A small panel can be removed to connect a cable while in the closed state.

:The Matrix was revealed at [[Toy Fair]] 2026, with pre-orders starting [[February 16]].

::*''[https://www.instagram.com/p/DU1aSzhFJ8d/ Designer commentary on the ''Studio Series'' Matrix of Leadership from Mark Maher on Instagram]''
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===''Premium Finish''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2021)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#Siege|Siege]]'' toy above, ''[[Transformers Premium Finish|Premium Finish]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Premium Finish|Optimus Prime]] retains the Matrix of Leadership detail.

===''Legacy''===
[[File:Legacy Laser Optimus Matrix.jpg|300px|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Laser Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-cm|'''Robots in Disguise 2000 Universe Scourge''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d2|'''G2 Universe Toxitron''' (Leader Class, 2023)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''G2 Universe Laser Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, [[2024]])}}</ul>
:''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' Leader Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Legacy|Laser Optimus Prime]], and his redecoes [[Scourge (RID)#Legacy|Robots in Disguise 2000 Universe Scourge]] and [[Toxitron (Universe)#Legacy|G2 Universe Toxitron]], include a Matrix accessory that can be removed from their opening chest. The hole on the reverse side is a 5 mm port, and as such is compatible with many contemporary accessories, though its intended home seems to be the thin peg on Prime's axe accessory, allowing the Autobot leader to have a huge, Matrix-powered sword (among other possible combinations).

:Though thinner and flatter than other Matrices released across the ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' toylines, it is still compatible with the energy aura blast effects included with ''Kingdom'' Rodimus Prime and ''Studio Series'' Hot Rod, so that's neat.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galvatron''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
:A rerelease of the above ''[[#K28|Kingdom]]'' toy, ''Legacy'' Leader Class [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Legacy|Galvatron]] retains the same Matrix of Leadership.

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[[File:TF-Legacy-Armada-Universe-Optimus-Prime-Matrix.jpg|300px|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Armada Universe Optimus Prime''' (Commander Class, 2023)}}</ul>
:Based on its appearance in the ''Armada'' cartoon, Prime includes a removable Matrix inside the front panel of his chest. The Matrix itself is cast in clear plastic and painted gold on its front surface, and attaches to a red 5mm post. This allows the Matrix to look like its typical depiction in the show when removed, but also to appear in its "activated" state when inside Prime's chest.

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[[File:TF-Legacy-United-Deluxe-G1-Universe-Optimus-Prime-Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''G1 Universe Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2024)}}</ul>

:The ''Legacy'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#LegacyUnited|G1 Universe Optimus Prime]] also comes with a translucent Matrix of Leadership painted with clear blue, inspired by the accessories from the New Year Special Convoy and the ''Missing Link'' iterations.
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Fractured Friendship 2-Pack''' (2-pack, 2024)}}</ul>
:''Legacy: United'' "Security Officer Orion Pax" is an extensive retool of ''[[Studio Series]]'' [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Studio Series|Gamer Edition Optimus Prime]] based on his appearance in "[[Chaos Theory Part 1|Chaos Theory]]" and the pre-war portions of ''[[The Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|More than Meets the Eye]]''. He retains the original Gamer Edition mold's Matrix accessory (and its ability to be stored in his chest) without changes, which unfortunately means the accessory is inaccurate to its appearance in the IDW comics the rest of the figure is based on.

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[[File:HasLab Omega Prime Matrix.jpg|150px|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Omega Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
:*''Series'': ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Robots in Disguise 2001]]'' / ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]''
{{toydesigner|[[Evan Brooks]] (Hasbro), [[Hisashi Yuki]] (TakaraTomy)<ref>[[January 30]], [[2024]]'s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sodl6lRkifQ Hasbro Pulse | Transformers: Legacy RID 2001 Omega Prime HasLab Fanstream | January 2024] on YouTube, with [[Ben MacCrae]] and [[Evan Brooks]].</ref>|[[Hiroyuki Taiga]] (concept artist),<ref>[https://youtu.be/PdsHMGVDZFg?si=7IIIhq2AU8jwMnSx Interview] with [[Hasbro]] designer [[Evan Brooks]] on the Triple Takeover podcast, from their YouTube channel</ref> [[Studio DTW|Dave White]] (product photography), [[Nick (Hasbro)|Nick]] and [[Tony Colella]] (sculptors),<ref name = "Missile Stream">[[March 7]], 2024's [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Pkz6oTI7W4 Hasbro Pulse | Transformers 40th Anniversary Fanstream | March 7, 2024] on YouTube, with [[Ben MacCrae]], [[Evan Brooks]] and [[Mark Maher]].</ref> [[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging artist)<ref>[[January 10]], [[2025]]'s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jDy2WuiQumE Transformers: Legacy Robots in Disguise 2001 Omega Prime HasLab - Official Unboxing!] with [[Emily Bader]] and [[Evan Brooks]].</ref>
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:Part of the fourth [[Hasbro Pulse#HasLab|HasLab]] campaign, two "Matrix of Leadership accessories" are included in this enormous ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' box set of the two ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Robots in Disguise]]'' commanders: one reproducing [[Optimus Prime (RID)#Legacy|Optimus Prime / Fire Convoy]]'s original "[[Energon Matrix#Legacy|Energon Matrix]]" molded chest detail as a removable accessory and one for [[Ultra Magnus (RID)#Legacy|God Magnus]]'s previously only mentioned Energon Matrix. (Ultra Magnus did not have an established Matrix of Leadership prior to this toy.)

:Omega Prime was revealed on [[January 30]], [[2024]], with the crowdfunding campaign beginning soon after. The project reached 50% funding in only 24 hours, beating all three previous ''Transformers'' HasLabs. It reached full funding on [[February 9]]th, [[2024]], in only ten days - three times quicker than the previous record holder, [[Deathsaurus (G1)#Legacy|Deathsaurus]].<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Exciting news! The #HasLab campaign for #Transformers: Legacy #RobotsInDisguise 2001 #OmegaPrime has achieved its goal with 10,000 backers! A massive thank you to all the incredible fans who made this possible – your support has truly brought Omega Prime to life!|link=https://twitter.com/HasbroPulse/status/1756013964993991002|site=Twitter|name=Hasbro Pulse|year=2024|month=2|day=9}}</ref> At the closing bell on March 14, the set clocked in at 28,230 backers, beating the previous Transformers record by quite a fair margin (Deathsaurus again, with 27,442) and coming in second only to ''Marvel Legends'' Galactus as the most successful project in HasLab history.<ref>[https://hasbropulse.com/collections/haslab/products/transformers-legacy-robots-in-disguise-2001-omega-prime The Omega Prime HasLab campaign] at [[Hasbro Pulse]]</ref>

:Omega Prime first started shipping to backers, beginning with those living in New Zealand, in March 2025.
::*''[https://www.instagram.com/p/C2vNqMmuIwP/ Designer commentary on ''Legacy'' Omega Prime from Evan Brooks on Instagram]''
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===''Shattered Glass Collection''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sa|'''Ultra Magnus''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
:A recolor of the Matrix accessory included with ''Legacy'' Laser Optimus Prime. Magnus also includes red versions of the sword and axe that Laser Optimus Prime comes with, meaning that all three can be combined, and indeed they are in the figure's [[stock photography]].

<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sad|'''Rodimus / Sideswipe & Decepticon Whisper''' (2023)}}</ul>
:A recolor of the Matrix accessory included with ''Studio Series'' 86-04 Autobot Hot Rod. Painted in silver and dark grey over red translucent plastic, and coming with a recolor of the original's effect part, also in red.
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===''LEGO''===
[[File:Lego-toy OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' ([[June 1]], 2022)}}</ul>
:[[LEGO]] Optimus Prime includes a removable brick-built Matrix accessory. As the small size of the Matrix means it is not possible to depict both the opaque orange casing and translucent blue core with LEGO bricks, the model splits the difference and features a translucent orange core. The handles of the Matrix feature studs that can peg into Optimus' fingertips, allowing him to properly wield the artifact.
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===''Canon/Transformers''===
[[File:TF-Canon-Transformers-Optimus-Prime-R5.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime R5''' (2023)}}</ul>
:''[[Canon/Transformers]]'' Optimus Prime includes a uniquely styled version of the Matrix of Leadership that can be pegged onto his lens in camera mode, just behind the front element. The Matrix can be also be pegged into his palms and grasped by his articulated hands.
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===''Missing Link''===
[[File:TF-Missing-Link-C-02-Convoy-Anime-Color.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (Anime Edition)''' (2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Sentinel Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Both releases of ''[[Missing Link]]'' Convoy include removable Matrices that can store within their cab. The standard release includes a gold chrome Matrix, while the Anime Edition has one painted in animation-accurate metallic orange and silver. Convoy features articulated knuckles which allow the figure to hold the Matrix in its hands. The inner Matrix chamber is removable and reveals molded driver/passenger seats like the original toy, if one prefers that look.
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultra Magnus''' (2026)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Delta Magnus''' (2026)}}</ul>
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===''Reactivate''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Soundwave / Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
: ''[[Transformers: Reactivate|Reactivate]]'' Optimus Prime features an opening chest and includes a minor repaint of the Matrix included with ''[[War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Optimus Prime]].
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===Target===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Target Optimus Prime and Autobot Bullseye''' (2024)}}</ul>
:As a repaint of ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' Leader Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Legacy|Laser Optimus Prime]], Target Optimus Prime includes a repaint of that Prime's Matrix, which is removable and stores inside his chest.
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===Lunar Cruiser Prime===
[[File:Lunar Cruiser OP.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Lunar Cruiser Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
: Produced in collaboration with Japanese space agency {{w|JAXA}} and {{w|Toyota}}, Lunar Cruiser Prime features a non-removable Matrix of Leadership visible through his windshield chest.
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===''One''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime/Orion Pax''' (2024)}}</ul>

:Released as part of the ''[[Transformers One (toyline)|Transformers One]]'' toyline, Prime Changers Orion Pax/Optimus Prime includes a tiny removable Matrix that stores on the backside of his truck bumper, which then folds up into his chest, though is not directly accessible from the chest window itself like most Optimus toys with removable Matrices. This Matrix can be held via a pair of [[5 mm post]]s.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Power Flip Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Power Flip Optimus Prime features a removable Matrix which attaches to the flip-out chest armor that deploys from Prime's chest.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Energon Matrix Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Energon Matrix Optimus Prime is a non-transforming figure that has a gimmick involving his chest flipping from Prime's cogless chest to a sculpted Matrix of Leadership.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultimate Energon Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Ultimate Energon Optimus Prime includes a removable Matrix that pegs into his chest. While the Matrix is removable, the figure hand's can't hold it.

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[[File:TF-One-Brave-Commander-Optimus-Prime-Matrix-of-Leadership.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Brave Commander Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Another larger format Optimus Prime toy, this time released by [[TakaraTomy]], Brave Commander Optimus Prime also features a removable Matrix of Leadership. The figure has articulated knuckles, so the Matrix can be held in its hands.
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===''Dramatic Capture Series''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Headquarters''' (2024)}}</ul>
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===''Synergex''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime Type MFS-3 Kiryu''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Part of [[TakaraTomy]]'s ''[[T-SPARK|Synergex]]'' [[Godzilla]] crossover, Optimus Prime Type MFS-3 Kiryu is a repaint of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Legacy|Laser Optimus Prime]], and includes a repaint of that Prime's removable Matrix.

[[File:T-SPARK Synergenex Liolaeus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rathalos Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Silver Rathalos Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>

:Released as part of [[TakaraTomy]]'s ''[[T-SPARK|Synergex]]'' series of crossover toys, "Rathalos Prime" includes a "Rathalos Matrix" (or "Collaboration Matrix" based on Hasbro copy) bearing the insignia of a [https://mhworld.kiranico.com/en/items/rM2Al/rathalos-ruby Rathalos Ruby] in its center. The Matrix can be held via the 5 mm posts at either end of its casing. While the figure's chest does not open for Matrix storage, there is a peg within the dragon head/tail assembly for mounting it, where it can remain in either mode.
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Evangelion Unit-01 × Optimus Prime''' (2026)}}</ul>
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===Bump of Chicken===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2024)}}</ul>
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===''MPG''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sa|'''Shattered Glass Optimus Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime Style Gen.''' (2026)}}</ul>
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===''Age of the Primes''===
[[File:TF-AOTP-Prima-Prime-Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-pr1|'''The Thirteen Prima Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2025)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''AOTP-07'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date:'' [[2025]] [[July 26]]
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref name=AOTPreveal>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjmcMC9nNoA Transformers Age of the Primes Reveal | Dive into the Legacy of the Thirteen Primes | Hasbro Pulse] with [[Mark Maher]] and [[Nate Purswell]]</ref>
:''[[Transformers: Age of the Primes|Age of the Primes]]'' [[Prima#Age_of_the_Primes|Prima Prime]] includes a recolor of the Matrix accessory included with ''Earthrise'' Optimus Prime in a deco based on the [[Origin Matrix]] as it appeared in ''[[Restoration|Another Light, Part Four]]'', though it is referred to as the Matrix of Leadership in the figure's product description (and was even referred to as the Creation Matrix by designers<ref name=AOTPreveal/>). Much like the Origin Matrix or the "Aligned" continuity Matrix of Leadership, this Matrix can attach to the hilt of the included [[Star Saber (Thirteen)|Star Saber]] accessory or store inside an opening chest compartment on Prima himself via 5mm pegs.
::*''[https://www.instagram.com/p/DDYFD0uxHq_/ Designer commentary on Prima Prime from Mark Maher on Instagram]''

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[[File:AOTP Silver Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=2|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-pr13|'''The Thirteen Star Optimus Prime''' (Titan Class, 2025)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''AOTP-10'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date:'' [[2025]] [[August 30]]
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Shuhei Umezu]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref name = "Cybertron Con 2024">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjmcMC9nNoA Transformers Age of the Primes Reveal | Dive into the Legacy of the Thirteen Primes | Hasbro Pulse] with [[Mark Maher]] and [[Nate Purswell]]</ref>
:Titan Class ''[[Transformers: Age of the Primes|Age of the Primes]]'' "[[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Age of the Primes|Star Optimus Prime]]" features a "sword hilt" adapter doohickey sculpted after the "[[#Generations Selects|Silver Matrix]]" included with the ''[[Generations Selects (toyline)|Generations Selects]]'' iteration of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Generations Selects|Star Convoy]] and featuring the addition of even more 5mm compatibility in the form of another paired peg and port running through its face. The included rifle and turret/blaster can combine with the hilt to form a longer rifle, reproducing the "Big Bang Cannon." The multitudinous [[Fire Blast effect|blast effects]] typical of the Titan size class can be combined with the hilt to produce its headlining new configuration: a big honking flaming sword. Lastly the hilt can be used as a dias to center the figure's "[[Zodiac#Age of the Primes|Zodiac orb]]" accessory in the figure's otherwise cavernous chest cavity.

::*''Designer commentary on ''Age of the Primes'' Star Optimus Prime from Mark Maher on Instagram:''
::**''[https://www.instagram.com/p/DFElvtSsqoe/ Part I]''
::**''[https://www.instagram.com/p/DFOshCXs2gV/ Part II]''
::*''[[Source:Transformers Age of the Primes bios#AOTP10|Machine translation of Star Optimus Prime's TakaraTomy bio]]''
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Ultra Magnus, Autobot Bumper VS Horri-Bull, Nemesis Prime ''' (Multi-pack, [[2025]])}}</ul>
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===Armada Nemesis Prime===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Armada Nemesis Prime / Air Defense Mini-Con Team''' (Multi-pack, [[2025]])}}</ul>
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===''Authentics''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Prime Changer, 2026)}}</ul>
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===''Spotlight''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Multi-pack, 2026)}}</ul>
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==Merchandise==
===MC Axis===
[[File:Mcaxis hot rod.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Hot Rod''' (model kit, 1996)}}</ul>
:This Japanese "garage kit" of [[Hot Rod (G1)/merchandise#MC Axis|Hot Rod]] consists of an unpainted, unassembled resin model from [[MC Axis]], with two versions of the Matrix of Leadership: one standard, fairly useless one (since Hot Rod lacks either a chest compartment to hold it, or articulated hands to grip it), and a second sculpted with a pair of hands clutching its handles, which can be swapped out for Hot Rod's normal hands, allowing him to hoist it aloft.

:The kit is not known for its exceptional quality control - numerous unsightly air bubbles in the plastic are not an uncommon thing to encounter.

:*''[http://groups.google.com/group/alt.toys.transformers/msg/4512c7fd76f8e8ee Fan review of the Hot Rod and Elita One model kits]''
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===''Metalforce''===
[[File:Metalforce matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Metalforce Convoy''' (2000)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Metalforce Convoy Metalic Version''' {{sic}} (2000)}}</ul>
:A Matrix of Leadership accessory is included with both the standard ''[[Metalforce]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Metalforce|Optimus Prime]] and its metallic redeco, cast in translucent blue plastic and painted over. The Matrix fits into its traditional cavity in Prime's chest, and a panel can then be placed on top of it to hide it from view; alternatively, the panel can be left out, allowing the Matrix to remain visible through Prime's chest windows. For whatever reason, the figures also came with an uncut, unpainted version of the Matrix (and all of Prime's other accessories) as well.

::*''[http://www.transformertoys.co.uk/content.php?/transformers-toys/toy-gallery/882/MetalForce+Collection/Optimus+Prime.html More information on Metalforce Convoy at Transformers @ The Moon]''
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===''Super Collection Figure''===
[[File:Scf matrices.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Convoy with Matrix''' (2000)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Convoy with Matrix''' (2001)}}</ul>
:The Matrix made its first appearance in Taraka's ''[[Heroes of Cybertron (toyline)|Super Collection Figure]]'' series of PVC figurines in the hands of the rare Rodimus Prime [[chase figure]] from the line's second "act". Both Rodimus and the Matrix were cast entirely in translucent colored plastic, as the Autobot leader held the talisman in both hands, in the process of opening it.

:The Matrix-bearing Rodimus chase figure was re-released as a standard figure for the fourth ''Super Collection Figure'' wave, this time as both a standard, solid-color figure and a metallic silver "pewter" version, both available at one each per standard case of twelve. In eight out of every ten cases, the pewter figure came with the right leg of the wave's collectable [[Metroplex (G1)#Super Collection Figure|Metroplex]] "build-a-figure".

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy with Matrix''' (2001)}}</ul>
:The Matrix made another appearance in the hands of a chase figure with this metallic silver Optimus Prime from the fifth ''Super Collection Figure'' act. The Matrix's translucent blue core is the only part of the figure not covered in silver paint.
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===''Mega Super Collection Figure''===
[[File:MegaSCF matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy TV Version''' (2002)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Metallic Version''' (2002)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Battle Damage Version''' (2002)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Hot Rodimus''' (2002)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Convoy''' (2002)}}</ul>
:The same Matrix accessory, cast in grey plastic with orange paint on the casing and metallic silver on the core, was included with the various ''[[Heroes of Cybertron (toyline)#Mega SCF|Mega Super Collection Figure]]'' versions of Optimus Prime and Rodimus Prime. None of the figures had compartments to store the Matrix, nor hands equipped to hold it in the normal way: the most any of the five figures can manage is to cup or balance it in their "open palm" alternate hands.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Cybertron/MegaSCFRodimusConvoy/rodimusconvoy.htm More information on Mega SCF Rodimus Convoy at TFU.info]''
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===''KT Figure Collection''===
[[File:TF-KT-Figure-Collection-Optimus-Prime-Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2004)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Revival Version''' (2004)}}</ul>
:The bust of Optimus Prime released as part of the ''[[KT Figure Collection]]'' features a removable Matrix with some atypical green detailing. Visible through Prime's chest windows, the Matrix is revealed when a lever on Prime's back is pressed, opening his chest and pushing the Matrix forward. The Matrix remained in the silver "Revival Version" redeco available exclusively through ''[[Figure Ō]]'' magazine.

::*''[http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/kt_figure/transformers/index.html More information on KT Figure Collection Convoy at the official website]''
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===First 4 Figures===
[[File:Sd ultramagnus statue.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''SD Ultra Magnus''' (statue, 2006)}}</ul>
:Seeking to produce a [[super deformed]] ''Transformers'' statue, [[First 4 Figures]] teamed up with Transformers fan site [http://www.tfw2005.com TFW2005.com] to run a contest that would allow fans to design their own. The winning design, depicting an unhappy Ultra Magnus after an amusingly unfortunate attempt at opening the Matrix of Leadership, was created by fan Xu Wei (aka Iron Bird), and was limited to only 500 pieces. A variant edition of the statue was also produced, redecoing Magnus in the color scheme of his ''Diaclone'' precursor, Powered Convoy, and was even more limited at only 100 pieces.

::*''[http://www.angelfire.com/planet/reminator6/HTML/autob/magnussdf.htm More information on SD Ultra Magnus at an Ultra Magnus fan site]''
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===Diamond Select Toys===
[[File:DiamondMatrixStatue.JPG|thumb|Deus sold separately]]
*'''Autobot Matrix of Leadership''' (2006)
:[[Diamond Select Toys]] produced a human-scaled replica of the Matrix. Weighing six pounds, it was sculpted by Robert Lee and is a limited edition of 1,000 pieces. The Matrix can be picked up off its Autobot-symbol base, and held by the finger holes in the handgrips — and while it does not open, it can "light your darkest hour," with internal electronics that make the central crystal orb pulse in blue, green, red, yellow, and pink. The base also has a removable [[Key to Vector Sigma]] accessory, which activates the electronics when placed in the base.

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[[File:AAUnicron statue.jpg|thumb|"YOU! SHALL NOT! PAAAASSS!!!"]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Unicron Movie Statue''' (Diamond Select, [[2007]])}}</ul>
:This statue of Hot Rod and Unicron stands 8 ½” tall and was limited to 1,986 pieces (as in 1986, the year the original animated movie was released). Hot Rod stands in the center of the piece, holding the Matrix of Leadership aloft, as Unicron looms behind him.

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[[File:Diamondselect matrices.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Optimus Prime (top), G1 Animated (middle), Powermaster (bottom) and Final Battle (main).]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (bust, 2007)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Final Battle Optimus Prime''' (Action Figure Xpress exclusive bust, 2007)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''G1 Animated Optimus Prime''' (San Diego Comic Con exclusive bust, 2008)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Powermaster Optimus Prime''' (unreleased bust, 2008)}}</ul>
:The Matrix of Leadership was a regular fixture on Diamond Select's array of Optimus Prime busts, appearing as sculpted detail on the standard base piece shared by the Optimus Prime, G1 Animated Optimus Prime, and unreleased Powermaster Optimus Prime busts. The same base was used for the Final Battle Optimus Prime bust, which represents the character after his climactic battle with Megatron, but the Matrix was removed (replaced with a panel displaying Prime's life-signs) and instead included as a removable accessory that fits in the bust's hand.
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===''Revoltech''===
[[File:Revoltech matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2007)}}</ul>
:''Revoltech'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Revoltech|Optimus Prime]] comes with a Matrix accessory. Alas, like his ''Mega SCF'' incarnations before him ([[#Mega Super Collection Figure|see above]]), ''Revoltech'' Prime cannot store it in his chest, and is unable to grasp it with any of his various alternate hands, with the only possible means of interaction being to precariously balance the Matrix in his open palm.
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===''Robot Heroes''===
[[File:RH Prime vs Unicron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Shiny.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Optimus Prime vs Unicron''' (2007)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Single-pack, 2008)}}</ul>
:[[Super deformed]] ''[[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'' Optimus Prime is depicted opening the Matrix of Leadership to light the Autobots' darkest hour.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/RHOptimusPrimeMatrix/optimusprime.htm More information on Robot Heroes Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Mecha Nations''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2014)}}</ul>
:Created by [[Kids Logic]], this super deformed "G1" [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Mehca Nations|Optimus Prime]] has a light-up, non-removable Matrix in his chest.

===''Ultimetal''===
[[File:Ultimetal Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2014)}}</ul>
:*''ID number:'' '''UM-01'''
:''Ultimetal'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Ultimetal|Optimus Prime]] is a large, extensively detailed figure produced by [[Art Storm]]. He comes with two different Matrix accessories: a smaller one that stores in his chest, where it can be lit up by an LED, and a larger one that can be held in his hands and lights up on its own. The larger Matrix can be displayed alongside Prime on a separate pedestal based on the [[#Diamond Select Toys|Diamond Select replica]]'s.
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===''EX Gōkin''===
[[File:EXGokin Matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2014)}}</ul>
:Art Storm also produced ''EX Gōkin'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#EX Gōkin|Convoy]], a much smaller Optimus Prime action figure with a non-removable Matrix molded into its chest compartment.
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===Prime 1 Studio===
[[File:Prime 1 Studio Matrix of Leadership.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron''' (May 2014)}}</ul>
:*''Movie:'' '''''Revenge of the Fallen'''''
:*''ID number:'' '''MMTFM-01S'''
:*''Accessories'': Base

:A replica of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Matrix of Leadership was included with an exclusive version of the [[Prime 1 Studio]] ''Museum Masterline'' [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#Prime 1 Studio|Megatron]] statue based on the same movie. It comes with its own base.
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===''D-Style''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2015)}}</ul>
:*''ID number:'' '''43'''
:The ''[[D-Style]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#D-Style|Convoy]] model kit comes with a Matrix that stores in his chest. It was redecoed into [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#D-Style|Black Convoy]]'s [[Dead Matrix]].
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===Hot Toys===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Starscream Version)''' (2015)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Megatron Version)''' (2015)}}</ul>
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===Soldier Story===
[[File:Soldier-Story-Unicron-lamp.jpeg|thumb|Magic lamp]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Unicron''' (2017)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories:'' Hot Rod, Hot Rod clear stand, remote control, USB power cable

:The [[Soldier Story Toys]] [[Unicron/toys#Soldier Story|Unicron]] table lamp stands over 26" tall and is bedecked with over 70 LEDs of various colors all over it. It also projects the movie-style Decepticon [[insignia]] above it. The lamp also includes a 6" Hot Rod holding the Matrix of Leadership.
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===Imaginarium Art===
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===Flame Toys===
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===Super7===
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===''R.E.D. [Robot Enhanced Design]''===
[[File:TF-R.E.D.-Optimus-Prime.jpg|200px|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2020)}}</ul>

:''[[Transformers R.E.D.]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#R.E.D. .5BRobot Enhanced Design.5D|Optimus Prime]] includes an opening chest compartment that stores a removable Matrix of Leadership.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' (2022)}}</ul>
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===Minimates===
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===Icon Heroes===
[[File:Icon-Heroes-Matrix-Bookend.jpg|thumb|Wait, the blue orb isn't supposed to split in half... [[Chaos Part Four: Genesis|is it?]]]]
*'''Matrix of Leadership Bookend''' (2022)
: A set of bookends made in the form of the original Matrix of Leadership, it measures 6.2 x 8.4 x 4 inches (15.75 x 21.33 x 10.16 cm) in size and weighs approximately 6 pounds (2.72 kg). Made of polystone, it was produced by Icon Heroes and was limited to 2,000 sets.

{{-}}[[File:IconHeroesGoldenLagoonMatrixBookend.jpg|thumb|No, no, NO! Only the middle is supposed to be gold, not the entire thi- wait, [[Matrix_of_Leadership/toys#CultureFly|what?]]]]
*'''Matrix of Leadership Bookend (Golden Lagoon Exclusive)''' (2023)
: Inspired by the Transformers episode "[[The Golden Lagoon (episode)|The Golden Lagoon]]", this redeco of the above bookend set depicts the entire Matrix of Leadership (save for its blue center) coated in [[electrum]] after the Autobots dipped into the titular golden lagoon,<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20240303064936/https://www.iconheroes.com/collections/transformers/products/transformers-matrix-of-leadership-bookend-golden-lagoon-exclusive Icon Heroes listing:] "Inspired by the Transformers episode The Golden Lagoon where Autobots and Decepticons are protected in electrum coating after dipping into a golden lagoon[...]"</ref> even though the Matrix wasn't introduced to audiences until ''The Transformers: The Movie'' released, ten months after the episode was first broadcast. Again made of polystone, it was available exclusively on Icon Heroes' web storefronts and was limited to 300 sets.

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===Threezero===
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===e-HOBBY===
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===Kotobukiya===
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===XM Studios===
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===Yolopark===
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===Disguise===
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===CultureFly===
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[[File:CultureFlyOneMatrix.jpg|thumb|YOU'RE NOT WORTHY TO OPEN ME. NOT EVEN YOU, RICK.]]
*'''Transformers One Matrix of Leadership Replica''' (2024)
: Made in the form of the Matrix of Leadership as seen in [[Transformers One (film)|''Transformers One'']], this static replica of the Matrix measures 10 x 6.6 x 3 inches (25 x 17 x 8.5 cm) in size. It is cast in metallic gold vinyl and features openings on both sides for owners to see the blue orb inside, which has gold glitter applied to it to emulate its glow as it doesn't have electronics. This Matrix also has some paint applications on the front and back for extra detailing, but while the both sides have blue and yellow paint in the same spots, only the front has black paint applied. It uses two pegs to connect into its black display stand, which has the film's logo applied on both sides in gold paint. Unfortunately, this Matrix does not feature any opening functions, and the openings in the handles are each less than half an inch in size (smaller than 1 cm, actually) making most owners unable to easily fit their fingers in like most media depictions of the Matrix opening in [[The Transformers (franchise)|G1]]. This Matrix was produced by [[CultureFly]] and was exclusively sold at [[Walmart]]. A year after ''Transformers One'''s release, overstock of these were found being sold at discount stores for roughly half off.

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===''Transformers × Mini World''===
[[File:MiniWorldGalvatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.40|]]
*'''Galvatron''' (2023)

: ''[[Transformers × Mini World]]'' Galvatron includes a flat, grey Matrix of Leadership which can mount on the wall of his mini-base, or be held in his hands via a peg on its bottom.
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===''Blokees''===
====Galaxy/Shining Version====
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''X Yearly Version - The Golden Lagoon''' (2023)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Shining Version, 2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Pink)''' (Galaxy Version, 2024)}}</ul>

: First introduced in Blokees' first X Yearly Version box set, the light-up Optimus Prime kit comes with a Matrix accessory and a support stand. It features a pair of tabs on each handle, compatible with most ''Galaxy/Shining Version'' kits that include open-palm hands, not just Prime.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Orion Pax COGGED''' (Galaxy Version, 2024)}}</ul>

: The Cogged Orion Pax kit from the seventh wave of the/second ''One''-based ''Galaxy Version'' line features a newly-tooled Matrix based on the macguffin in the movie. It functions identically with the G1-based accessory above.

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====Action Edition====
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime/Orion Pax''' (2025)}}</ul>

: Both iterations of the ''Action Edition'' Optimus Prime model kits came with their respective Matrices.

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====Classic Class====
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Classic Class, 2024)}}</ul>

: The Deluxe Class ''Classic Class'' Optimus Prime (One) kit includes a Matrix of Leadership, featuring a translucent blue crystal that illuminates from the torso frame. The accessory can be removed, but the head, back piece, and upper neck collar parts must be removed first to access it.

: The Matrix is entirely metallic gray, as it was molded in the same runners as other similarly metallic gray parts.

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====Defender Version====
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Special Galaxy Type Rodimus Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Special Armor Type Rodimus Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
:*''Series:'' '''Defender Version 04 - Tyrant's Fury'''

: The fourth wave of the ''Defender Version'' blind-boxes includes a smaller version of the Matrix accessory found in the chase variant of the Rodimus Prime kits. The Special Galaxy Type variant has an unpainted Matrix, while the Special Armor Type version features added gold details for greater accuracy. Both accessories come with an effect part.

: Aside from Rodimus, other kits with 3.4mm hands can hold the accessory. However, certain kits, such as those in the Galaxy Version line, can hold them, but the clenched middle finger on the fist would likely chip off the painted detail from the Special Armor Type version of the accessory.

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Hot Rod (G1)/toys

2026-03-05T05:21:43Z

Boingus: /* Studio Series */

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[[File:G1-HotRod-boxart.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Since 1986, kids stopped buying Transformers toys because of him.]]
'''[[Hot Rod (G1)|Hot Rod]]''' is a bot of many toys!

==''The Transformers''==
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[[File:G1toy hot rod.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|This is totally what cars will look like in the far-flung future of 2005.]]
*'''Hot Rod''' (Autobot Car, [[1986]])
**''Takara ID number:'' '''C-78'''
**''Accessories:'' 2 [[photon laser]]s
{{toydesigner|[[Takashi Kunihiro]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Floro Dery]] (concept art)}}
:Hot Rod transforms into a red, orange, and yellow futuristic race car. He is armed with two "Photon Laser" weapons, each with their own distinct sculpt, which fit in both his fists; only one gun can be equipped in vehicle mode, in the port in his engine block. Upon his original release, Hot Rod had unpainted [[die-cast]] metal feet, while later editions of the figure used black plastic.

:Hot Rod was one of the first toys designed specifically for the ''Transformers'' toyline, as opposed to being an imported pre-existing toy. In further contrast to the common design process for ''Transformers'' toys, he (like most of the cast of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'') was created for animation first, and had his toy created based on [[Floro Dery]]'s designs (though said animation designs would be further modified after the toy was completed). Before final production, Hot Rod was originally cast in a [[:File:G1catalog86-PinkHotRod.jpg|pinker plastic]] to match the color of his animation model (as seen in [[catalog]]s at the time, and the [[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticon]] [[commercial]]), but oddly, he was changed to a less [[Show-accuracy|animation-accurate]] red before release. This change evidently came too late to modify the factory-applied [[sticker]]s the toy bears: the small decals on either side of Hot Rod's vehicle mode feature a pink background that would have matched the toy's original color scheme. The copy of the toy seen in the 1986 catalog also shows his legs extended further than is possible on the final release, which adds extra plastic tabs inside the legs to prevent them from fully extending. Shaving down these tabs can restore the original functionality, exposing some sculpted knee details, but care must be taken to ensure the legs will still be able to click into place,<ref>{{citesocial|quote=I first thought that Hot Rod with extended legs was some sort of prototype figure that was only seen in the 1986 catalog. But it turns out all Hot Rods have this feature. Apparently there are more details sculpted into the knees of the figure, but for whatever reasons Takara decided not to engineer the lower legs to extend far enough to see these areas.|link=https://web.archive.org/web/20080913134128/https://pleasesavemerobots.blogspot.com/2007/08/hot-mod.html|name=Evil King Macrocranios|site=Roboplastic Apocalypse|title=Hot Mod|year=2007|month=08|day=13}}</ref> and the taller legs make him appear rather oddly-proportioned—which may be why the mold was modified in the first place.

:His [[instructions]] show his head/collar piece clicking into the hood from behind, using the friction of a horizontal strut reinforcing the surface's underside—but the actual clip sculpted into the bottom of the collar is intended to click in from the front, putting his head at a perfectly vertical angle.

:His [[Bio|package bio]] says his car mode has a range of a whole entire 4 miles. Oops.

:Hot Rod has been retooled, reissued, and redecoed several times down the years; this article strives to list each distinct edition of the figure under its own heading.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1986/Autobot/HotRod/hotrod.htm More information on Hot Rod at TFU.info]''

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[[File:G1 RodimusPrime toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|As you're enjoying your retirement in 2006, tour the country in ''this!'']]
*'''Rodimus Prime''' (Autobot Hero, 1986)
**''Takara ID number:'' '''C-77'''
**''Accessories:'' trailer/[[Mobile Defense Bay]], [[photon eliminator]], spoiler, 2 gun shields (left & right)
{{toydesigner|[[Takashi Kunihiro]] (TakaraTomy)}}
:Rodimus Prime was designed in much the same way as Hot Rod, but this time transforms from a robot and [[Mobile Defense Bay]] into a <s>space winnebago</s> futuristic truck resembling the [https://tfltruck.com/2018/01/truck-rewind-1964-general-motors-bison-concept-the-future-looked-awesome/ GM Bison concept truck]. The toy comes with a "Photon eliminator" rifle and two blast shields to attach to either side of his battle platform's cannon. (The yellow spoiler was also to be removed and replaced during transformation.) Like Hot Rod, there are materials variations; initial releases have metal toes and rubber tires, while later shipments replaced both with black plastic.

:This mold was later redecoed as a lucky draw prize [[Primus]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1986/Autobot/RodimusPrime/rodimusprime.htm More information on Rodimus Prime at TFU.info]

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[[File:G1 TMHotRod toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|In 2007, hood-cannons will become a standard feature.]]
*'''Hot Rod''' (Targetmaster, [[1987]])
**Accessories: Firebolt Targetmaster partner
{{toydesigner|[[Richard Marcej]] (packaging)}}

:Hot Rod was re-released with his new [[Nebulan]] [[Targetmaster (technology)|Targetmaster]] partner [[Firebolt (G1)#Generation 1 2|Firebolt]] a year after the original release. The toy was [[retool]]ed to have larger pegholes in his fists and his engine block so the Targetmaster gun would fit. As the original large stickers applied to Hot Rod's thighs were frequently scraped away by the friction of moving his legs up and down during transformation, the Targetmaster version sported smaller decals that avoided this problem. Unlike the original figure, Targetmaster Hot Rod only ever featured black plastic feet. Amusingly enough, Targetmaster Hot Rod's "Firepower" stat is 7, which is actually lower than regular Hot Rod's firepower stat of 10.

:Targetmaster Hot Rod's packaging originally contained the [[quality control|erroneous]] blurb "Firebolt transforms into ''[[Misfire (G1)|Misfire]]'s'' weapon!"<ref name="tmerrorbox">[https://web.archive.org/web/20020616005039/https://www.toyarchive.com/Transformers/ToysTMHotRodMISB.html Targetmaster Hot Rod MISB] at Super Toy Archive.</ref> This was fixed by a [[variant|running change]] in two steps: First Misfire's name was covered with a sticker that contained the correct name "Hot Rod"; later shipments then came in boxes that had the correct name printed on them.<ref name="hartman">[https://web.archive.org/web/20200924140911/https://tfsource.com/blog/2014/11/07/collector-interview-30-karl-hartman/ "Collector Interview 30 – Karl Hartman"] at the TFSource blog.</ref>

:Not originally released in Japan, the Targetmaster version of Hot Rod was later reissued by Takara as part of their ''[[The Transformers Collection]]'' series in 2004 (see below).

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1987/Autobot/HotRod/hotrod.htm More information on Targetmaster Hot Rod at TFU.info]''

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[[File:G1toy takara 2001 hotrod reissue.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Hot Rodimus''' ([[2000]])
**''ID number:'' '''C-78'''
**Accessories: 2 photon lasers
:The original Hot Rod toy was reissued by Takara in later December 2000, as part of a small line of reissues that celebrated the fifteenth anniversary of the ''Transformers'' toyline in Japan. The figure was retro-retooled from the Targetmaster version of the toy to fill the enlarged holes back in so that they could once again snugly accommodate his Photon Lasers. This version of the figure also reinstates the die-cast metal feet of its earliest release, and finally recolors the stickers on either side of the vehicle mode so that they now feature an accurate red background to match to the rest of the figure. The toy's packaging featured a metallic golden sticker advertising the anniversary.

:This version of the Hot Rod mold was also used to create the simultaneously-available exclusives "Crystal Rodimus" (see below) and the evil clone, [[Dark Hot Rod|Black Rodimus]].

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[[File:G1toy crystal rodimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Crystal Rodimus''' (Autobot Car, [[2001]])
**''ID number:'' '''C-78C'''
**''Accessories:'' 2 photon lasers
:"Crystal Rodimus" uses the reissue Hot Rod mold, but cast almost entirely in translucent plastics. Limited to 1500 pieces and packaged in a monochrome blue version of Hot Rod's normal packaging, Crystal Rodimus was only available at Tokyo Toy Festival, with the joint purchase of the evil clone [[Dark Hot Rod|Black Rodimus]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Autobot/HotRodClear/hotrod.htm More information on Crystal Rodimus at TFU.info]''

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[[File:G1toy takara rodimus prime reissue.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Rodimus Convoy''' (2001)
**''ID number:'' '''C-77'''
**''Accessories:'' Trailer/Mobile Defense Bay, Photon Eliminator, spoiler, 2 gun shields (left & right)

:The original Rodimus Prime toy was reissued by Takara in mid-December 2001. It featured no notable changes from the original Generation 1 release of the figure, but it did reinstate the rubber tires and metal feet that were phased out of the original toy's production run.
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===''Transform Jr''===
[[File:Tfjr rodimus prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|By the far-off year of 2006, the Cybertronians will have perfected the art of converting living metal to cardboard.]]
*'''Rodimus Convoy''' (1986)
**''ID number:'' '''C-77'''
**''Accessories:'' photon eliminator, cardboard trailer
:''[[Transform Jr]]'' Rodimus Prime is a downsized version of the standard toy, far less simplified than most figures in the ''Jr'' line (on account of how simple the regular toy is in the first place). Made of only red and yellow plastic, he is armed with his Photon Eliminator, and comes with a non-transforming version of his trailer made partially out of cardboard. He also came packaged with a small die-cast metal figurine of [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]].

::*''[http://www.vega.or.jp/~butto/tftcollejr-03.htm More information on Transform Jr Rodimus Convoy at Butto's Transformers Collection.]
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===''Return of Convoy''===
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Star Convoy''' (Cybertron, [[1991]])}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''C-372'''
:Released in the ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)#1991 (Return of Convoy)|Return of Convoy]]'' part of the [[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)|original Takara ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers'' toyline]], Hot Rodimus's [[Micromaster|Micro Transformer]] form is a simplified version of his original toy, transforming into the same futuristic race car. Like all Micro Transformers, he features a notch in the base of his feet that allows him to peg onto Micro Transformer-compatible bases and stations.

:He was only available packaged with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Return of Convoy|Star Convoy]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1991/Cybertron/HotRodimus/hotrodimus.htm More information on ''Return of Convoy'' Hot Rodimus at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Hotrodmicromaster.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|2011: The year the Shriners will take over the automotive industry.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Star Convoy''' (Cybertron, [[2005]])}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''C-372'''
:In 2005, [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#StarConvoyReissue|Star Convoy]] was rereleased with several deco changes, one of the more notable being the replacement of many stickers with [[paint operation|paint applications]]; the pack-in Hot Rodimus Micro Transformer underwent the same process, with ''all'' of his deco now paint rather than stickers.

::*''[https://www.tfu.info/2005/Cybertron/HotRodimus/hotrodimus.htm More information on reissue Hot Rodimus at TFU.info]''
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==''Choro-Q''==
[[File:Choro Q Rodimus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Rodimus got a head start on the Tesla bandwagon.]]
*'''Rodimus Convoy TV Version''' (2001)
**''ID number:'' '''Q/05'''
**''Accessories:'' Photon Eliminator rifle
{{toydesigner|[[Kazutami Abiko]] (TakaraTomy)}}
:''[[Choro-Q]]'' Rodimus Convoy is a super-deformed version of the character with a pullback motor. He came with a small version of his Photon Eliminator rifle that can be held in his hand or attached to the top of the vehicle mode.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Cybertron/ChoroQRodimus/rodimusconvoy.htm More information on Rodimus Convoy TV Version at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Choro Q Rodimus Metallic.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Sparkly!]]
*'''Rodimus Convoy Metallic Version''' (2001)
**''ID number:'' '''Q/06'''
**''Accessories:'' photon eliminator
:This metallic version featured metallic flake molding and paint for the body and gold paint for the wings on Rodimus Convoy's back. Otherwise, the toy is the same.

:The toy suffers from [[Gold Plastic Syndrome]], where the metallic hinge areas are prone to shattering.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Cybertron/ChoroQRodimusMetallic/rodimusconvoy.htm More information on Rodimus Convoy Metallic Version at TFU.info]''
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==''Commemorative Series''==
[[File:Commemorative series rodimus toys.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Rodimus Major''' ([[2002]])
**''Accessories:'' 2 photon lasers
:Hasbro's first reissue of the Hot Rod toy used the re-modified mold from Takara's 2001 edition, with smaller peg-holes for his Photon Lasers, and die-cast metal feet. As part of the first wave of "[[The Transformers: Generation One Commemorative Series|Commemorative Series]]" figures, Hot Rod had to undergo a name change due to Hasbro's inability to trademark his old name, but the "Major" suffix failed to stick and was only ever used on this edition of the toy.
:This version of the mold removes the pins in his arms and instead the arms stay in via very small pegs. This is likely due to the part being prone to breakage. Subsequent uses of this mold also shared this retool.

*'''Rodimus Prime''' ([[2004]], [[2012]])
**''Accessories:'' trailer/Mobile Defense Bay, photon eliminator, spoiler, 2 gun shields (left & right)
{{toydesigner|[[Pat Lee]] (packaging artist)}}

:Part of the seventh wave of the Commemorative Series, Hasbro's reissue of Rodimus Prime was identical to Takara's 2001 reissue of the figure, featuring metal feet and rubber tires, and no other notable changes from the original figure. The toy did, however, feature an [[misassembly|assembly error]] that saw a portion of the chest being assembled backwards.

:The figure later saw a re-release in Hasbro's Asian markets in 2012, with no known changes to the figure itself and some minor changes to the packaging, such as the addition of a black "choking hazard" warning label.
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==''The Transformers Collection''==
[[File:Tfc hot rod.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Hot Rodimus''' (2004)
**''ID number:'' '''13'''
**''Accessories:'' 2 photon lasers, Firebolt Targetmaster partner
:This reissue of Hot Rod followed the trend begun by earlier reissues of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys|Optimus Prime]] and [[Megatron (G1)/toys|Megatron]], and offered the most "complete" version of the toy available by including all the accessories that had come with the different releases of the figure through the years. His peg holes were modified for the third time, enlarged once again to accommodate [[Firebolt (G1)#The Transformers Collection|Firebolt]], and his Photon Lasers' pegs were similarly widened to fit comfortably in the newly-sized ports. Additionally, this version of Hot Rod replaced the factory-applied stickers on his chest and sides with [[tampograph]]s, completely redesigning the flame design on the latter decals. His chest decoration was modified to resemble the cartoon coloration more accurately. Unfortunately, this release features the original "C-78" sticker sheet again, with the larger thigh decals that get easily damaged during transformation.

:This set included a [[Tech Spec]] card that retroactively gave the Targetmaster version of Hot Rod the (previously unused) [[List of Japanese ID numbers|Japanese ID number]] "C-110", as the toy had never been released in Japan before this point.

::*''[http://www.tf-1.com/articles/reissue/TMhotrod_template.html More information on Transformers Collection Targetmaster Hot Rod at TF-1.com]
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==''Smallest Transforming Transformers''==
[[File:Wstf hot rod.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Hot Rodimus''' (2004/[[2006]])
**''Accessories:'' 2 photon lasers
:Initially intended for release in the cancelled third wave of Takara's ''[[Smallest Transforming Transformers]]'' line of diminutive ''Transformers'' figures, Hot Rod eventually saw the light of day as the 1-in-24 "[[chase figure]]" in wave "2.5" of the series, which was already of comparatively limited availability. He came with tiny versions of his original Photon Lasers (which were attached to a plastic sprue and had to be removed by the buyer), and was [[blindpacking|blindpacked]] like all ''Smallest Transforming'' figures. His vehicle mode canopy/ spoiler section is not affixed to the toy and is held on with friction, making it removable to transform the figure more easily.

:Hot Rod was later made available again as a [[Toys"R"Us]] exclusive in 2006, in a unique monochrome red box which was a ''tiny'' replica of the original toy's box, available only with purchase of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys|''Hybrid Style'' Optimus Prime]].

::*''[http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/toys/smallest-transformers/hot-rod/1704/ More information on Smallest Transforming Hot Rodimus at Seibertron.com]''
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==''Classics''==
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[[File:Rodimusclassics.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|And in 2026, the future predicted in 1978 will finally come to pass. Perfect for a road trip to Sanctuary!]]
*'''Rodimus''' (Deluxe, 2006)
**''Accessories:'' Rocket engine/missile launcher, flame missile
{{toydesigner|[[Eric Siebenaler]] (Hasbro), [[Shogo Hasui]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Don Figueroa]] (concept artist)}}
:''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' Rodimus is a sleeker, more streamlined version of the original, now transforming into a hot-rodded (see what we did there?) {{w|Dome Zero}}. His rear-mounted thruster engine becomes a hand-held weapon in robot mode, launching a spring-loaded missile, or can remain attached to his back to become some kind of [[jet pack]]. His left arm also hides a flip-out "comm unit" that is clearly supposed to be the buzzsaw he used for a brief period in [[The Transformers: The Movie|the Movie]]. As with all ''Classics'' toys, Rodimus has a heat-sensitive [[rubsign]]. Unfortunately, the hands are not 5 mm-compatible, as they're only compatible for the missile launcher's handle.

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

:Rodimus's instructions fail to mention that his pelvis must be pushed forward until it clicks into place for robot mode, which allows his hip joints enough room to move without colliding with the canopy on his back. Omitting this step will result in a robot mode that cannot stand up straight.

:Very early specimens of Rodimus came with short stubs on his forearms that don't really connect at all to the hip panels, resulting in a somewhat unstable vehicle mode. The stubs can also be seen on the official Hasbro [[stock photography|stock photos]] for the figure.<ref name="classicstock">[https://web.archive.org/web/20080330141427/https://www.transformersclassics.com/gallery/Hasbro-Photo-Archive/rodimus_robot Hasbro stock photo for ''Classics'' Rodimus], depicting the short stubs on his forearms that were soon retooled into larger pegs.</ref> This was quickly amended by a [[variant|running change]] that saw the stubs enlarged into actual pegs that connect much more securely to the hip panels. (Some reports also indicate the existence of "transitional" versions with a stub on one arm and a full peg on the other.)

:The modified pegs were used for every subsequent use of the sculpt, which include ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (toyline)|Shattered Glass]]'' [[Rodimus (SG)|Rodimus]], ''[[Henkei! Henkei! Transformers (toyline)|Gentei! Gentei!]]'' [[Wildrider (G1)|Wildrider]], and ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Side Burn (RID)|Side Burn]]. This mold also served as the basis of the non-toy ''Beast Wars: Uprising'' incarnation of [[Nitrostreak#Beast Wars: Uprising|Nitrostreak]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/ClassicsRodimus/rodimus.htm More information on ''Classics'' Rodimus at TFU.info]''
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Rodimus and Starscream''' (Multi-pack, 2006)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Rocket engine/missile launcher, flame missile

: Rodimus was also made available as part of a special two-pack with Deluxe Class [[Starscream_(G1)/toys#RodimusStarscream2Pack|Starscream]]. Aside from the unique packaging, the toys are identical to their single releases. This value pack was found in Australia.
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==''Titanium Series''==
[[File:TitaniumHeroRodimus toy.jpg|295px|thumb|Winnebago... ''of the '''future'''!!!'']]
*'''Rodimus Prime''' (6-inch Cybertron Heroes, [[2007]])
**''Accessories:'' photon eliminator rifle, display stand with nameplate
{{toydesigner|[[Don Figueroa]] (concept artist)}}
:''Titanium Cybertron Heroes'' Rodimus Prime is a mostly die-cast metal transforming toy based loosely upon the original ''Generation 1'' Rodimus Prime toy. He features much greater articulation and bulkier body proportions. Unfortunately, his transformation results in an incredibly awkward posture, forcing his upper body far ahead of his lower half. His die-cast construction also results in a great deal of paint-chipping, even when delicately handled.

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

:Like most ''Titanium Series'' Cybertron Heroes, this figure includes a display stand with a removable nameplate.

:This mold was [[redeco]]ed into ''Titanium'' [[Menasor (G1)|Menasor]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/TitRodimusPrime/rodimus.htm More information on Titanium Rodimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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==''Kiss Players''==
[[File:KP-toy HotRodimus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The fishing rod turns into arm blasters. The girl eats dumplings.]]
*'''Hot Rodimus × Syaosyao''' (2006)
**''Accessories:'' 2-part engine/blaster/tonfa weapons, 4-part fishing rod/"Exhaust Eliminator", ShaoShao Li figurine with steamer
{{toydesigner|[[Yuki Ohshima]] (concept artist)}}
:The second ''[[Transformers: Kiss Players (toyline)|Kiss Players]]'' set released, Hot Rodimus is a retool and redeco of the ''[[Transformers: Alternators|Alternators]]'' [[Mirage (G1)/toys#Alternators|Mirage]] toy, transforming into a 1:24-[[scale]] fully-licensed red Ford GT. His hood and doors open, and he has an open driver/passenger compartment. His engine (stored in the back, under a weird awkward "trunk" panel) becomes a pair of pistols that double as tonfa weapons. His fishing rod can be taken apart and reassembled to create a triple-barreled arm-mounted blaster reminiscent of the original Hot Rod's exhaust pipe weapons, though it does not actually clip onto the arm in any secure manner, relying mainly on pressure to stay in place. This added accessory also lacks any dedicated storage space in car mode. His new head sculpt includes a retractable visor patterned after the one used in the movie, but as it's cast in colorless-clear plastic, the effect is practically invisible.

:Rodimus comes with a PVC figurine of the Rodimus's "Kiss Player" partner [[Shaoshao Li]] and a bamboo dumpling steamer; Shaoshao can just barely fit into his car interior, though she's clearly not "driving". The set also includes a CD with episodes 11 through 20 of the [[Transformers: Kiss Players (radio drama)|''Kiss Players'' radio drama]] and the exclusive 10-minute audio adventure, "[[Tonight's Big Catch!?]]".

:For a short time, Takara had contemplated releasing a Hot Rodimus (Hot Rod) toy as the next ''Binaltech'' release after [[Ginrai (human)|Ginrai]], but that plan became obsolete when Takara decided to cancel the Binaltech line as a mass retail line altogether. Instead, Hot Rodimus ended up as part of the ''Kiss Players'' line, after "Ginrai" had previously become Kiss Players [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys|Convoy]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/AltRodimus/rodimus.htm More information on Kiss Players Hot Rodimus at TFU.info]''
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==''Alternators''==
{{anchor|alternator}}[[File:Alternators Rodimus toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|He wants to go fishing too...]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ford GT Rodimus''' (Alternator, 2007)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''27'''
:*''Accessories'': Engine/tonfa-blaster weapons
{{toydesigner|[[Steve Bono]] (Hasbro)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging artist)}}

:''[[Transformers: Alternators|Alternators]]'' Rodimus is a [[redeco]] of his ''[[Transformers: Kiss Players (toyline)|Kiss Players]]'' [[#Kiss Players|Hot Rodimus toy]], which itself is a retool of ''Alternators'' [[Mirage (G1)/toys#Alternators|Mirage]], transforming into a 1:24-scale Ford GT with opening doors, engine bay, and trunk, with a realistic interior. His license plate reads "TOO HOT", which is admittedly pretty funny.

: In robot mode, the top of his helmet can flip up so you can flip ''down'' a visor to cover his eyes, a callback to his tele-visor seen in ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''. His car-mode engine detaches and splits into a pair of tonfas/blasters for him to wield in robot mode.

: He was only available for purchase at [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2007, and [[Hasbro Toy Shop]] in July 2007.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/AltRodimus/rodimus.htm More information on ''Alternators'' Rodimus at TFU.info]''
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==''Henkei! Henkei!''==
[[File:TF-Henkei-C-05-Hot-Rodimus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"They dipped my headlights in chrome. Now I don't drive at night." ''(Original release pictured)'']]
[[File:TF-Henkei-C-05-Hot-Rodimus-(Reissue).jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''(Re-release version pictured)'']]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Hot Rodimus''' (Deluxe, 2008)}}</ul>
:*''Release date'': [[June 26]], [[2008]] / ??? [[2011]]
:*''ID number'': '''C-05'''
:*''Accessories'': Rocket engine/missile launcher, flame missile
{{toydesigner|[[Shogo Hasui]] (TakaraTomy)}}
:In 2008, ''Classics'' Rodimus was released in Japan as part of the ''[[Henkei! Henkei! Transformers (toyline)|Henkei! Henkei!]] Transformers'' line by [[TakaraTomy]]. Now called "Hot Rodimus", he features several significant deco differences, such as a large orange and yellow flame tampograph on his hood to better resemble the ''Generation 1'' cartoon model's appearance. The other flame tampographs have also been redesigned, his forehead crest is a more subtle colour to distance itself from the ''Energon'' Rodimus homage Hasbro introduced. The only other addition in terms of deco is orange paint on the cuffs of his lower arms. Curiously eschewing the slavish accuracy to the original cartoon's animation models that shaped the coloration of most other ''Henkei! Henkei!'' figures, Hot Rodimus is ''not'' rendered in Hot Rod's classic magenta cartoon color scheme, featuring instead a shade of red that is even darker than that used by the ''Classics'' version, as well as a lighter shade of orange. The clear violet on the ''Classics'' version is clear blue on the Hot Rodimus.

:All ''Henkei! Henkei!'' toys feature a somewhat randomly [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum-metallized]] part somewhere upon them; his headlights are chrome gold paint with clear orange painted on, while his entire spoiler is vacuum-metallized gold.

:A re-release of the figure in the Fall of 2011 had the chrome-orange headlights replaced with plated gold.
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==''Universe'' (2008)==
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[[File:TF-Universe-(2008)-Legends-Class-Rodimus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|He's a Hot Rod without a hot rod.]]
*'''Rodimus''' (Legends Class, 2008)
**''Series'': '''G1 Series'''
{{toydesigner|[[Bill Rawley]] (Hasbro)}}
:Legends Class Rodimus transforms into a generic sports car with a giant spoiler. This toy's design was the basis for Hot Rod's look in the "[[Wings of Honor]]" comic book.

:This mold was [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' [[Smokescreen (Movie)|Smokescreen]] and ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (toyline)|Dark of the Moon]]'' [[Hot Rod (DOTM)|Rodimus]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Autobot/TFURodimus/rodimus.htm More information on ''Universe'' Rodimus at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Universe2008toy-ChallengeatCybertronRodimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|HasTak: pretending Hot Rod was red and not magenta in the movie since 1986.]]
*'''Challenge at Cybertron''' (Deluxe Class figure 3-pack, [[2010]])
**''Series'': '''G1 Series'''
**''Accessories:'' Rocket engine/missile launcher, flame missile
:A redeco of ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' Rodimus was released in the "[[Challenge at Cybertron]]" multi-pack along with redecoes of [[Cyclonus (G1)/toys#ChallengeAtCybertron|Cyclonus]] and [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#ChallengeAtCybertron|Galvatron]]. This version of Rodimus, like the ''Henkei! Henkei!'' figure, is intended to be accurate to the cartoon's colors, though it attempts the idea much more literally, to the point of having solid blue rather than translucent windows.

:The set was exclusively released in Southeast Asian markets by Hasbro Malaysia, but a very similar version of this Rodimus was later released in the [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|"gold box" ''Transformers'' line]] (below).

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Autobot/CACRodimus/rodimus.htm More information on Challenge at Cybertron Rodimus at TFU.info]''
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==''Masterpiece''==
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[[File:Takara Masterpiece Rodimus.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|You hated him when you were ten, and now you'll pay $200 to own him.]]
*'''Rodimus Convoy''' (Masterpiece, 2011)
**''ID number:'' '''MP-9'''
**''Release date'': [[January 29]] 2011
**''Accessories:'' Trailer/[[Mobile Defense Bay]], Photon Eliminator/Photon Lasers Alpha & Beta, [[Matrix of Leadership]], buzzsaw, welding torch
{{toydesigner|[[Hironori Kobayashi]] (TakaraTomy)}}
:The central feature of TakaraTomy's ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' incarnation of good ol' Roddy is its ability to transform from Hot Rod to Rodimus Prime in both robot and vehicle modes. Extensions in the figure's hips give Rodimus some slight extra height over Hot Rod, while a spring-loaded pop-out second face, revealed when the figure's helmet is tilted back, gives him his older, lined features; this face is somewhat narrower than Hot Rod's, combining with a slight elevation of the back-mounted spoiler to further create the illusion of a larger figure. Contrary to expectations, creating Rodimus Prime's vehicle mode does not simply involve slotting Hot Rod's car mode into the larger trailer section; in fact, Hot Rod fits into the trailer ''backwards'', and an entirely new vehicle-front—featuring Rodimus's shorter hood and smaller canopy and lacking an exposed engine block—fips out from beneath the trailer and wraps around his rear end. Both vehicles feature opening canopies, though only Hot Rod has any sculpted interior detail of note. As with most Masterpiece figures, the toy attempts to reproduce Hot Rod's cartoon appearance as faithfully as possible; consequently, this is the first toy to actually render Hot Rod in his cartoon-accurate magenta coloration. Of course, there was no way to make the figure switch to burgundy for Rodimus mode, but in compensation, the front of the cab features the two tone coloration Rodimus Prime featured in the animation.

:As with his original toy, Rodimus Prime's trailer opens up into the Mobile Defense Bay, now through a spring-loaded transformation activated by pressing a button on the trailer's roof. Furthering his armament, the figure comes with Hot Rod's two twin Photon Lasers, which can combine and extend through a spring-loaded [[Automorph Technology|automorph-style]] process into Rodimus Prime's larger Photon Eliminator. The guns can store within his trailer, and mount on any one of six different ports in Defense Bay mode for additional firepower. Like the original Hot Rod toy, a single Photon Laser can mount in the vehicle mode's engine block. ''The Transformers: The Movie'' is the source of inspiration for the rest of his additional gadgets and features, including a built-in version of the retractable visor from the [[Lookout Mountain]] scene, (dropped over the figure's eyes by rotating the circular "ears" on its helmet), the buzzsaw he used in battle on [[Quintessa (planet)|Quintessa]], and the welding torch he used to repair [[Kup (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Kup]]. Both saw and torch store inside his trailer while not in use, and attach to universal clips which rotate out of his forearms. Lastly, and naturally, he also comes with a Matrix of Leadership accessory which stores within his chest, much smaller than the one included with ''Masterpiece'' Optimus Prime, to the extent that Rodimus cannot even hold it by its handles. He can, however, grip Prime's Matrix in his hands.

:Unfortunately, ''Masterpiece'' Rodimus has suffered from numerous quality control issues, which vary from figure to figure. Commonly reported problems include fragile leg panels which break off with ease, the inability of the figure to hold its guns due to shallow peg-holes which conflict with the bending angle of his hands, the springs within the figure's ankles becoming unwound, and the spoiler/backpack assembly refusing to clip into place. Mostly infamously, the slot on the trailer into which the spoiler slips is ''extremely'' narrow as a consequence of its interior being painted; as a result, paint is invariably scraped off the inside and leaves disfiguring marks on the spoiler when the figure is transformed to Rodimus Prime vehicle mode. A second production run, done shortly after Hasbro's release of the figure in a different deco ([[#HasbroMasterpiece|see below]]), amended these issues and also featured some slight changes in paint colors, although the forked chest tab not quite locking properly still seems to be an issue. Some of the second production run retain the original elbows from the first production run while the others feature the retooled elbows from the Hasbro version. The second release also features the retooled crotch plate from the Hasbro release.

:Beginning in March, Bic Camera and Yodobashi Camera stores offered the [[campaign item|promotional freebie]] Targetmaster [[Mini-Con|Micron]] [[Spoilsport#United|Spoilsport]] with the purchase of ''Masterpiece'' Rodimus Convoy. Meanwhile, [[Toys"R"Us]] offered the Targetmaster Micron [[Caliburst (G1)#United|Caliburst]] with purchase.

:If bought in Asian countries outside of Japan, Rodimus Convoy comes with a [[collector coin]], the first of the ''Masterpiece'' figures to do so. The coin's package is a simple square shape, primarily black with flame detailing around the cutout that shows the coin inside, and "The World of Transformers" as the title on the front. The coin itself features his head and the date "2011.01" on one side, and an "MP09" flame detail on the reverse; of note, his name is given as "Rodimus Prime" rather his Japanese name. In some markets, he may also have been available with a black display case. The figure also saw re-release in China at December 2018, with the addition of the "Long Life Design" award labelled on the packaging. The said reissue also features newly-redesigned knee joints that is plagued on previous releases.

:In addition to the Hasbro version, this figure was also redecoed into [[Black Rodimus Convoy#Toys|Black Rodimus Convoy]].
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[[File:MP28-HotRodimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.9|Masterpiece Hot Rod, fishing off the edge of collectors shelves the world over]]
*'''Hot Rodimus''' ([[2016]]-[[February 27|02-27]])
**''ID number:'' '''MP-28'''
**''Accessories:'' buzzsaw, visor, fishing rod, two guns
{{toydesigner|[[Tomoya Miyake]] and [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)}}
:''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' Hot Rodimus transforms into his iconic supercar mode, but does not transform into Rodimus Prime like the previous iteration. He is the same size as the other ''Masterpiece'' Autobot cars, and because of that he fits in both [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#MP10|MP-10 Convoy]] and [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#MP22|MP-22 Ultra Magnus]]'s trailers in altmode. He comes with some of the accessories the MP-9 mold also had, like the guns, the retractable visor and the buzzsaw, but he also comes with a new accessory, a fishing rod that allows you to recreate his first scene in the movie. His chest also includes a Matrix chamber where the MP-10 Matrix can be stored.

:If bought in Asian countries outside of Japan, Hot Rodimus comes with a collector coin. The coin's package is shaped like his chest, and the inside is designed after the Matrix, with the coin as the core, and features Hot Rod's "my actions speak louder than words" motto.

:Interestingly, this ''Masterpiece'' Hot Rod's transformation is ''very'' specifically based around how Hot Rod transforms during the [[Lookout Mountain]] scene of the 1986 animated film, right before the Autobot shuttle arrives. The figure replicates the sequence almost frame for frame with exceptions for the rotation of the spoiler and the placement of the rear tires due to, well, how reality works as opposed to animation.
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[[File:TF-MP40-Targetmaster-Hot-Rodimus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Targetmaster Hot Rodimus''' ([[2018]]-[[February 24|02-24]])
**''ID number:'' '''MP-40'''
**''Accessories:'' [[Firebolt (G1)#MP40|Firebolt]], gun
:"Targetmaster Hot Rodimus" is a redeco of ''Masterpiece'' Hot Rodimus based on his appearance in "[[The Rebirth]]". Now, bear with us on this one; this means that he's got the outdated color scheme used by [[AKOM]] in all their episodes of the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|animated series]], his shoulder vents being the same color as the rest of his arms, the dark and light areas of his helmet are inverted, the "windscreen" on his pelvis is white, and his boots are two shades of grey instead of one (because AKOM would literally translate the shadows on the character model into actual colors). '''''But''''', he's ''so'' precisely based on "The Rebirth" that he actually replicates the slightly degraded colors of the broadcast masters used for the episodes' DVD release (as opposed to the higher-quality "production masters" used for most of the rest of the series), meaning his magenta has become burgundy, and his boots are tinged red instead of plain gray, when by all rights those ''should'' just be the same colors as the previous toy. Additionally, his windshield is clear, and the Autobot symbol on his chest is larger and drawn in the cartoon style.

:Except for a red version of one of the guns, Masterpiece Hot Rodimus's accessories are not included. In their place is a Targetmaster [[Firebolt (G1)#Masterpiece|Firebolt]], a redeco of the Offshoot figure that came with the 2010 ''Transformers'' toyline Masterpiece Rodimus Prime figure, the first time this mold has been released in the Japanese market. As well as being wielded by Hot Rodimus, Firebolt can attach to the engine block in alt mode.
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==''Transformers'' (2010)==
[[File:TF2010toy rod vs cyc.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|We didn't feel like taking a picture of the same toy just with a rubsign, so here's the box.]]
*'''Battle in Space''' (Deluxe figure 2-pack, 2010)
**''Accessories:'' Rocket engine/missile launcher/Photon Blaster, flame missile
:This release of the ''Classics'' Rodimus is a modified version from the Asia market-exclusive [[#ChallengeAtCybertron|"Challenge at Cybertron" 3-pack]], replacing Rodimus's Autobot sigil with a heat-sensitive [[rubsign]]. The only other change from the "Challenge at Cybertron" version is the contrast between the chest flame and the orange backdrop is greater, making the flame deco stand out more. The set also comes with a similarly modified ''Universe'' Cyclonus (with [[Nightstick (G1)|Nightstick]]) from the "Challenge at Cybertron" set, the Autobot [[Matrix of Leadership]] accessory from the 2002 [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#NewYearConvoy|New Year Special Convoy]] reissue of Generation 1 Optimus Prime, and "[[Rodimus vs. Cyclonus]]", a new comic book created specifically for this set by [[IDW Publishing]]. This release of the figure has common mold degradation in the ball joints of the arms.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/RTSRodimus/rodimus.htm More information on "Battle in Space" Rodimus at TFU.info]''
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[[File:2010 sons of cybertron rodimus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Sons of Cybertron''' (2010)
**''Accessories:'' Rocket engine/missile launcher, flame missile
:Released as part of [[TakaraTomy]]'s ''[[Welcome to Transformers 2010]]'' campaign, this redeco of [[#Classics|''Classics'' Rodimus]] is cast in translucent plastic and features the [[#Henkei! Henkei!|''Henkei! Henkei!'' release]]'s paint applications. He is packed with a similarly translucent Deluxe Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Classics|Optimus Prime]] from the ''Classics'' "Ultimate Battle" pack and [[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|2008 ''Universe'']] Special Edition.

:This ''Classics''/''Henkei''-based Sons of Cybertron set is a counterpart to TakaraTomy's ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Transformers Animated]]'' Sons of Cybertron set, which also features translucent versions of ''Animated'' Deluxe Class [[Optimus Prime (Animated)/toys|Optimus Prime]] and [[Rodimus Prime (Animated)|Rodimus]].

:The ''Classics''/''Henkei'' Sons of Cybertron set was intended for the Japanese Chara Hobby 2010 festival, but was also initially offered as a raffle prize at the Cybertron Philippines, Toy Kingdom and SM Makati and [[Hasbro]]-partnered Autobot Alliance/Cybertron Con event that launched the ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'', [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|''Transformers'' (2010)]] and [[Power Core Combiners]] toylines in the Philippines.,<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20151009095724/https://news.tfw2005.com/2010/06/18/sons-of-cybertron-crystal-classics-optimus-prime-and-rodimus-set-images-169977 TFW2005.com reports on the Philippines Autobot Alliance/Cybertron Con event. June 18, 2010]</ref> and was available for purchase at the [[Cybertron Con 2010]] [[Shanghai]] convention as well as various online toy retailers.

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[[File:TF2010toy masterpiece rodimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|They labeled me as "Rodimus Prime", but [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#20th Anniversary/Masterpiece|I don't have the trailer]]?]]
*'''Masterpiece Rodimus Prime''' (2011)
**''Accessories:'' Photon Eliminator/Photon Lasers Alpha & Beta, small [[Matrix of Leadership]], large Matrix of Leadership, buzzsaw, welding torch, Offshoot

:The Hasbro version of ''Masterpiece'' Rodimus Prime is a Toys"R"Us exclusive. Redecoed from the Takara version to appear more like the original toy, this version omits the trailer preventing him from transforming into Rodimus Prime's futuristic truck mode. He does however include [[Firebolt (G1)#Transformers (2010)|Offshoot]], a Targetmaster figure, as well as all the other accessories from the Takara release.

:Every plastic color is changed and many painted details are added, changed, and downright omitted from the TakaraTomy version in an effort to make him appear more toy accurate. The light gray plastic is a more metallic darker gray, the magenta is now maroon, the orange is a darker shade, and the clear blue window is a darker blue. Other changes include the hip joints and rear end, which are now black instead of magenta, the boots, which are now maroon instead of gray, and the feet, which are now black (to mimic the plastic toe variation rather than the metal toe variation from the original figure). His accessories have also changed in plastic color, with his welding tool now being maroon instead of gray, his buzz saw being smoky transparent blue instead of smoky colorless transparent plastic, and the Photon Lasers being cast in a different color. Notable paint omissions include the arm cuffs, collar, brake-lights, headlights, and the rear exhaust. His head also lacks the cartoon specific coloration, instead leaving it mostly unpainted like the original figure. Paint operation differences include the fins of the spoiler being a more subdued glossy yellow and the flame detail on his chest being a new pattern (different from the TakaraTomy version). His paint additions include the waist, which is entirely painted over rather than letting some of the transparency show through, and the center portion of the spoiler, which is now painted over yellow instead of unpainted orange plastic. His Autobot symbol is a different size and without any additional outline color, and his Photon Lasers feature some additional painted details as well. Additional details mimicking the original toy's stickers are now also present on the shins and he includes an optional sticker sheet featuring stickers similar to the original arm stickers of the Hot Rod toy, with stickers of both the [[Autobot]] and [[Decepticon]] [[insignia]]s as well. Another difference is the rims, which are un[[Vacuum metallizing|chromed]], showing the gray plastic underneath. In fact, the only things remaining the same are the chrome exhaust and the color of the rubber tires.

:This version of Rodimus features the same Matrix of Leadership included with the TakaraTomy version (minus the silver and gold chrome, replaced with unpainted gray and gold painted sections), but also an additional new mold matrix similar to the one included with the original Masterpiece Optimus.

:The Hasbro version of Rodimus featured retooled elbow joints that, when separated, make it difficult for him to hold a pose with his arms. The crotch plate was retooled on its underside to help prevent it from hitting the ground while in car mode.

:Hasbro's Rodimus, sadly, ''will'' eventually tear itself apart due to overly powerful springs putting constant pressure on peculiarly weak plastic. The arms have a disheartening tendency to spontaneously break at either pinned section of the shoulder joint, while the upper ratchet in the knee has a high likelihood of shattering, either rendering him only durable enough to transform a few scant times. Just pose him once and back away slowly... There are third party die-cast knee joint replacements, but good luck finding some.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/MPRodimusPrime/rodimusprime.htm More information on Hasbro Masterpiece Rodimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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==''Chronicle''==
[[File:EZCollectionHotRodimusToy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Hot Rodimus''' (EZ Collection, 2011)
:''[[Transformers Chronicle (toyline)|Chronicle]]'' Hot Rodimus is redeco of the ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Legends Class (2005)|Legends Class]] Rodimus. While some of his deco (flames, hands, spoiler, and his head) is entirely the same as the ''Universe'' toy, Rodimus features cartoon-accurate magenta plastic, his thighs and feet were painted orange (though his feet is gray the stock photos), and his windows were painted metallic blue.

:Like other ''Chronicle'' Legends toys, he is sold in a blindpacked box.
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==''United''==
[[File:Unitedtoy-RodimuseHobby.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|The blue makes him look edible, but the green stops you.]]
*'''Autobot Set''' (3-pack, 2011)
**''Accessories:'' rocket engine/missile launcher, flame missile
:Dubbed "Hot Rod Blue Clear Version", this [[redeco]] of the oft-used ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' Rodimus mold is cast in transparent blue plastics, emulating the scene in ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'' where Hot Rod catches the [[Matrix of Leadership]] to keep it from hitting the floor after a dying [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] dropped it. Of interest is the fact that '''all''' the plastic parts are translucent, even the usually "softer"/unpaintable/never-clear nylon parts—a trend not seen on any other "clear" toys produced before.

:This version was only available in an [[e-HOBBY]] [[exclusive]] 3-pack with a [[Kup (G1)/toys#UnitedDamage|battle-damaged Kup]] and [[Scrapheap (G1)#United|Scrapheap]]. Preorders for the set were opened on [[December 13]] of 2010 and closed on [[January 11]] of 2011, and shipped in April.

:This figure was available with a Hot Rod pin and [[Macrocosmic Seekers]] booklet directly from e-HOBBY, he was also released in Asian countries outside of Japan without said pin and booklet.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Cybertron/HotRod/hotrod.htm More information on e-HOBBY ''United'' Hot Rod at TFU.info]''

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[[File:UnitedToyRodimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Rodimus Prime''' (Deluxe, January 2012)
**''ID number:'' '''UN-23'''
**''Accessories:'' rocket engine/missile launcher, flame missile
:Released in early 2012 as part of the ''United'' toy line, this marks the first [[retool]] of the ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' Rodimus mold. To help the mold fit the character of Rodimus Prime, [[TakaraTomy]] chose a color scheme that homaged his original [[The Transformers (cartoon)|Generation 1]] cartoon color scheme and altered the mold to improve compatibility with [[Mini-Con]]s released around the same time. This release features new Generation One toy-inspired flame decos on the car's hood and sides, several sections (notably the roof and the area around the headlights) painted a sparkly dark maroon color (to mimic the two toned coloration of the front of Rodimus Prime's truck mode in the animation), as well as a white face and hands and an orange hood. [[TakaraTomy]] also retooled the toy's engine block to add a 5 mm peg and added a 5 mm hole underneath the toy's right hand to allow the toy to use the recent [[Arms Micron]] Mini-Cons.

:Both the maroon and orange plastic of the figure vary from any other release. Also notable is this is the first version of this mold to have the spoiler molded in an entirely different plastic color than the thighs (a good number of the other versions of this mold paint the spoiler a different color to achieve a certain look).

:Like the 5th and 6th wave figures, Rodimus's package features a sticker that said "limited quantity (数量限定)", indicating that this figure is released in limited numbers after its first and only shipment.
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==''EZ Collection Gum''==
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[[File:EZC-toy Rodimus Gum.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|If you're gonna chew, Dan-O, chew in style!]]
*'''Hot Rodimus''' (Candy toy, 2012)
**''ID number'': '''2'''
**''Release Date'': [[July 30]] 2012
:Part of the ''[[EZ Collection]] Gum'' [[candy toy]] series made by TakaraTomy A.R.T.S., this Hot Rodimus is a metallic redeco of the Universe Legends Class toy. While his color layouts are identical to the ''Chronicle'' toy, Hot Rodimus's red plastics have been absolutely ''covered'' in metallic dark red paint, and his gold and blue paints are also now a shiny metallic gloss.

:As per the toyline's name, he comes with a yellow candy-shelled piece of lemony-flavored gum.
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==''Kre-O''==
[[File:KreO-Toy RodimusKreon.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|A Scoped pistol? Yup, he's definitely helping Megatron.]]
*'''Rodimus''' (Kreon Micro-Changer, [[2014]])
**''Bag number'': '''33501 41'''
**''Accessories'': Stand-brick, scoped pistol
{{toydesigner|[[Ed Masiello]] (Hasbro)}}
:Part of the fourth assortment of [[Blindpacking|blind-bagged]] [[Kreon]] [[Micro-Changer]]s, Rodimus can be rebuilt from a humanoid into a hot rod. He reuses the Ironhide helmet, and the face [[tampograph]] from the Custom Kreon.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/Kre-ORodimus/rodimus.htm More information on Rodimus at TFU.info]''
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==''Hero Mashers''==
[[File:HM-toy Rodimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Suffering from self-esteem issues, Rodimus took to using steroids.]]
*'''Rodimus''' (Hero Mashers, 2014)
**''Pieces'': '''9'''
**''Accessories'': Spoiler/blaster
:Part of the second wave of ''Transformers [[Hero Mashers]]'' basic Action Figures, Rodimus is a non-transforming action figure with ratchet-joints, about six inches tall. He has multiple peg-holes all over that can be used to mount any ''Hero Mashers'' accessory.

:He is designed with a removable head, forearms, thighs, and lower legs, all of which use the same clip-peg/hole joint. This means his pieces can be swapped around in any order, as well as swapped with any other ''Hero Mashers'' figure... which includes figures from [[Marvel Comics]], ''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]]'', and ''[[Jurassic Park|Jurassic World]]'', meaning you can make some pretty freaky combinations.

:Rather than coming with a (nominally) hand-held weapon accessory, Rodimus comes with a spoiler for his back. Of course, being a ''Hero Mashers'' piece, it can be attached anywhere, including being hand-held, and the molding gives the impression of having a gun barrel, so go nuts.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/HMRodimus/rodimus.htm More information on ''Hero Mashers'' Rodimus at TFU.info]''
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==''Q-Transformers''==
[[File:QTransformers Hot Rodimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Hot Rodimus''' (2014-[[December 26|12-26]])
**''ID number:'' '''QT-07'''
:''[[Q-Transformers]]'' Hot Rodimus transforms from a cute [[super deformed]] Toyota 86 to a just as cute robot. He comes with a code for unlocking Hot Rod as a playable character in the ''[[Q-Transformers: Mystery of Convoy Returns]]'' game.
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==''Combiner Wars''==
[[File:2015CombinerWarsHotRod.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|24 years later, I've become [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Return of Convoy|his]] Micromaster, again.]]
*'''Rodimus''' (Legends Class, [[2015]])
**Accessories: Axe/Breastplate
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)}}
:Part of the fourth wave of the ''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' subline imprint of ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'', Legends Class Rodimus is a redeco and new-head retool of ''Generations'' Legends Class Decepticon [[Blackjack (G1)#Generations|Blackjack]], transforming into a red sports car to robot and back! He and his axe are also able to plug into the chest of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Combiner Wars|Optimus Prime]], as an homage to [[#Return of Convoy|his Micromaster toy]] from the ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Return of Convoy (toyline)|Return of Convoy]]'' toyline of old.

:''The axe '''cannot''' plug onto his back, so don't even try to think about doing it.''

:Rodimus's [[stock photography]] shows him with his thighs, torso, and axe molded in yellow. The final toy, however, has these parts in orange, giving him more traditional robot mode colors in exchange for a less-accurate orange spoiler in vehicle mode.

:He includes a collector card featuring art from the "[[The Colossus War]]" episode of ''Transformers Legends'', which is based on his old Generation 1 body rather than his new look in the toy. The included instructions, while calling him a part of Optimus Maximus, show him attached to a control drawing of [[Ultra Prime]] instead.

:The original version of this mold was also used to make ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 toyline)|Adventure]]'' [[Runabout (RID)|Runabout]] and [[Runamuck (RID)|Runamuck]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2015/Autobot/CWLegRodimus/rodimus.htm More information on ''Combiner Wars'' Rodimus at TFU.info]
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==''Platinum Edition''==
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[[File:TF-Platinum-Edition-POJC-Hot-Rod.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Alright! Hot Rod is back, let's PARTY!]]
*'''Planet of Junk Clash''' (Platinum Edition Deluxe 3-pack, 2016)
**''Accessories'':rocket engine/missile launcher, flame missile
:Part of Hasbro's ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' offerings for 2016 intended to commemorate the 30th anniversary of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', "Autobot Hot Rod" (who finally got his name back) is a redeco of the ''[[#United|United]]'' Rodimus Prime figure, which is a retool of the ''Classics'' Rodimus toy. While the toy's deco was similar to the first ''Classics'' figure, Hot Rod features yellow plastic on his spoilers, thighs, and his launcher's trigger, and grey plastic on his shins. Autobot Hot Rod also features orange-yellow paint on his vehicle headlights, and an Autobot sigil on his vehicle hood/robot chest, just like his ''Henkei'' and ''Reveal the Shield'' figures. His backpack and hood/chest piece are painted in a darker red. Hot Rod retains the retooled exposed engine and the lower forearm from the ''United'' Rodimus Prime release, allowing for [[Mini-Con]]s from the ''[[Power Core Combiners]]'' line and their redecos to attach to the large peg/forearm as an undocumented feature.

:Hot Rod's robot mode is mistransformed in all his [[stock photography|stock photos]], including the in-package image: his backpack and fins aren't rotated properly in place. Ironically, the mistransformation also gives proper clearance for the shoulder articulation in robot mode.

:Hot Rod was only available as a part of the "Planet of Junk Clash" set with [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#PlanetOfJunkClash|Wreck-Gar]] and [[Scrapheap (G1)#Generations|Junkion Scrapheap]]. In the United States, this set was officially a [[Target]] exclusive, though only ever found at a single Target store, otherwise only available via the company's website. However, it was also stocked by several US-based online retailers [[BigBadToyStore]] and TFSource, who supposedly obtained it as an import from Asia. It was available in several of Hasbro's Asian markets (namely Singapore and the Philippines; it's currently unknown whether it was exclusive to any particular stores there or not). In Canada, it was sold at [[Toys"R"Us]] stores, whereas in Chile, it was sold at Ripley stores. In the United Kingdom, it was also sold at Toys"R"Us stores, whereas in Spain, it was available via the Spanish subsidiary of [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]], as well as the department store chain El Corte Inglés. It's currently unknown if it was also available in stores, or limited to online purchases. In Italy, it was sold at Toys Center stores, making it the first ''Platinum'' set ever released in that country.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2016/Autobot/PlatinumHotRod/hotrod.htm More information on ''Platinum Edition'' Autobot Hot Rod at TFU.info]
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[[File:TF-Platinum-Edition-RoRP-Rodimus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Arise, [[Die-cast|Lost-art]]imus Prime.]]
*'''Rise of Rodimus Prime''' (Platinum Edition 2-pack, [[2017]])
**''Accessories'': gun, missile, Matrix of Leadership
:Unlike most of the figures from Hasbro's 2016 ''Platinum Edition'' offerings commemorating the 30th Anniversary of ''The Transformers: The Movie'', this Rodimus Prime is not a redeco of what [[fandom|fans]] would consider a "[[CHUG]]" figure, but of his ''[[#Titanium Series|Titanium Series]]'' toy, nine years after its initial release, retaining the original figure's [[die-cast]] construction. Rodimus Prime was available as part of a 2-pack with [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Galvatron]], aptly named "Rise of Rodimus Prime", which also contained a [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Platinum Edition|Matrix of Leadership]] accessory, a redeco of the Matrix originally included with ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#MP10|MP-10 Convoy]]/[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#mp10hasbro|Optimus Prime]]. Unfortunately, Rodimus cannot hold it.

:Like several of the 2016 ''Platinum Edition'' sets, "Rise of Rodimus Prime" saw a very limited release: Basically, the two-pack was released in some of Hasbro's Asian markets, was stocked by some online retailers in the United States that obtain their stock through Asian vendors (such as [[BigBadToyStore]] and TFSource), and aside from that apparently only ever saw a wider release in ''Brazil'', of all places, where it was also first officially revealed by Hasbro at ABRIN (the Brazilian Toy Fair) in April of 2016. ''That's it''. The set never saw an official Hasbro-initiated release in the United States.
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==''Titans Return''==
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[[File:TF-Generations-Titans-Return-Hot-Rod.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Head-on with style.]]
*'''Firedrive & Autobot Hot Rod''' (Deluxe Class, 2016)
**''Accessories'': 2 rifles, [[Firebolt (G1)#Generations|Firedrive]] Titan Master
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)}}
:''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'' "Autobot Hot Rod" transforms from robot into a futuristic sports car based on his [[#Generation 1|original Generation 1 toy]]. Like all Deluxe ''Titans Return'' toys, Hot Rod's cockpit can be opened to reveal a seat that allows any [[Titan Master]] figure to man it in both modes. Hot Rod comes with his Titan Master partner Firedrive (a renamed Firebolt), who fits into his vehicle mode cockpit and transforms into his robot mode head. As with other ''Titans Return'' toys, Hot Rod can accommodate any Titan Master figure in both robot and vehicle mode. His two 5 mm rifles can be clipped together to form a larger gun with a Titan Master seat, which can be tabbed into Hot Rod's engine block in an homage to where G1 Firebolt could attach.

:Similar to most ''Titans Returns'' toys, Hot Rod's Titan Master gimmick suffers from a design flaw leading to difficulties in applying the head to the body. In this case, the construction around Hot Rod's neckhole leaves it difficult to peg Firedrive's head in correctly, which can lead to the head being inadvertently pegged in sideways. In addition, some units suffer a molding error resulting in bumps on the lower right lip.

:As documented in his instructions, but not in his stock photography, Hot Rod's weapons can be pegged (when separated) into the sides of his vehicle mode, with just barely enough clearance for his wheels to still touch the ground.

:Hot Rod can use the ''Siege'' [[Battle Master]] [[Firebolt (G1)#War for Cybertron: Siege|Firedrive]] (although you can't attach him on Hot Rod's vehicle engine) if one is okay with simultaneously having two Firedrives.

:Some copies were erroneously packaged with instructions for [[Getaway#Titans Return|Breakaway and Throttle]].

:This mold serves as the model for [[Pointblank#Legends comic|Pointblank]] in the ''Legends'' manga. The mold included a [[Retool#Gang-molded alternate parts|pretooled]] alternate head for an IDW-inspired Rodimus, but this was never used.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20200809001511/https://www.allspark.com/2017/10/our-nycc-2017-interview-with-john-warden-design-manager/ NYCC 2017 John Warden interview]</ref>
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[[File:TR-toy RodimusPrime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|That's not a camera focus problem, the head mode deco really is that faded and fuzzy.]]
*'''Chaos on Velocitron''' (gift set, 2017)
:''Titans Return'' Rodimus Prime is a [[retool]] of Titan Master [[Swoop (G1)/toys#Titans Return|Ptero]] with a new torso and head-mode face, both of which are painted-over [[die-cast]] metal. He features peg holes in his feet to attach to a variety of ''Titans Return'' figures, and can form the head of any Deluxe-or-larger figure from the line. Rodimus Prime provides the power of "Ultimate Speed Boost".

:Due to its partial die-cast construction, the ball joint that connects the Titan Master's head to its torso ends up being less flexible than on other Titan Master figures made entirely out of plastic, which leaves Rodimus Prime with a very stiff neck when plugged into a larger ''Titans Return'' figure.

:He was only available in a box set named "Chaos on Velocitron" that includes [[Quickswitch#Titans Return|Quickswitch]] and [[Dynamus#Titans Return|Dynamus]], [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#TRCOV|Laser Prime]] and [[Refractor#Titans Return|Refractor]], [[Nautica (G1)#Titans Return|Nautica]] and [[Parsec#Titans Return|Parsec]], and [[Fastlane#Titans Return|Fastclash]]. The set was officially announced by Hasbro to be a [[Toys"R"Us]] [[exclusive]], and was sold at stores in the United States, Canada, and Hasbro's Asian markets (such as Malaysia, Singapore, and Hong Kong). Despite this, it later became available via [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]] in the United States (but not in Canada) as well, actually sold by Amazon directly (as compared to a third-party seller).

:The torso was later reused for fellow die-cast Titan Masters [[Thunderwing (G1)#Titans Return|Thunderwing]], [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Titans Return|Ultra Magnus]], and [[Scorponok (G1)#Titans Return|Scorponok]].
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==''Legends''==
[[File:TF-LG-45-Targetmaster-Rodimus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Check out my chest tattoo!]]
*'''Targetmaster Hot Rodimus (Targetmaster Hot Rod)'''<ref>The Japanese text on the packaging is ホットロディマス / "Hot Rodimus", but the English subtitle says "Hot Rod".</ref> (Deluxe Class, [[2017]]-[[September 30|09-30]])
**''ID Number'': '''LG45'''
**''Accessories'': Headmaster, [[Shaoshao Li#Legends|Firebolt]] Targetmaster
:''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' "Targetmaster Hot Rodimus" is a redeco and retool of [[#Titans Return|''Titans Return'' Hot Rod]], featuring a more cartoon-accurate maroon color scheme, painted rims, and a retooled chestplate which, in addition to featuring transparent flames, also allows you to hide the hood engine in robot mode. He comes with Firebolt, an all new mold [[Targetmaster (technology)|Targetmaster]] that replaces the original mold's guns. This figure was later redecoed into [[Ken Masters|Ken]].

:The lower right lip molding error from the ''Titans Return'' figure is present on some examples of this figure.
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==''Transformers Collectors' Club''==
[[File:GIJ-TF-Club-Crossover-Only-Human-Rodimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Autobot Leader Code Name: Rodimus Prime''' (2017)
**''Accessories'': 2 photon blasters, fishing pole, fishing pole strike, fish, display base
:This figure represents Rodimus Prime's [[synthoid]] human body seen in the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|original cartoon]] season 3 episode "[[Only Human]]". It consists of a combination of redecoed parts from existing ''[[G.I. Joe (franchise)|G.I. Joe]]'' figures; namely, the head of the 2008 version of [[Hawk (G.I. Joe)|Hawk]], the torso and waist of the 2009 ''Resolute'' version of [[Duke (G.I. Joe)|Duke]], the arms and hands of the 2010 ''Pursuit of Cobra'' version of [[Dusty]], the upper legs of the 2009 ''Rise of Cobra'' version of [[Shipwreck]], and the lower legs and feet of the 2010 ''Pursuit of Cobra'' version of [[Recondo]]. With the exception of the upper legs, this combination of parts was previously already used for the 2011 ''Pursuit of Cobra'' version of Hawk, which was also the first figure to include the vest accessory that is recolored for this figure, meant to recreate the look of the synthoid Rodimus Prime's jumpsuit in ''Only Human''.

:The remaining accessories are redecos of the 2013 ''Retaliation'' [[Blind Master]]'s sword cane/staff and flying saw, which are combined and reinterpreted as a fishing pole, the barracuda that came with the original 1990 ''Iron Grenadiers'' version of [https://www.yojoe.com/action/90/undertow.shtml Undertow], and the guns that originally came with the 2013 ''Retaliation'' [https://www.yojoe.com/action/13/dataviper.shtml Data-Viper] figure. A recolor of the UAV drone that usually goes with those guns was included with the concurrently released [[Arcee (G1)/toys#Transformers Collectors' Club|Autobot Warrior Code Name: Arcee]] figure, and can be worn by Rodimus Prime on his back, mimicking the look of the Rodimus Prime robot's spoiler. The included display base/stand is the generic 2013 ''Retaliation'' version, with a tampographed Autobot insignia.

:Despite being branded only as a ''Transformers'' product, this figure was exclusively available through both Fun Publications' ''G.I. Joe'' and [[Transformers Collectors' Club|''Transformers'' Collectors' Club]] online stores.

::*''[https://www.yojoe.com/action/17/rodimus.shtml More information on Autobot Leader Code Name: Rodimus Prime at YoJoe.com]''
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==''Power of the Primes''==
[[File:PowerOfThePrimestoy-RodimusPrimeEvolved.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Well, it's about time [[Hasbro|they]] made it.]]
*'''Evolution Rodimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2018)
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''PP-08'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': '''[[May 25]], [[2018]]'''
**''Accessories'': trailer/evolution armor, evolution armor arms, rifle (formed by two blasters), [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Power of the Primes|Matrix of Leadership]] frame, Matrix of Leadership core
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)|[[Emiliano Santalucia]] and [[Robby Musso]] (concept art)}}

:''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'' "Evolution Rodimus Prime" consists of a Deluxe-sized Hot Rod and a trailer, which can combine with the smaller robot to form the Leader-sized Rodimus Prime. Both robot modes feature exceptional articulation, largely due to the way both robot modes transform. However, neither has a rotating waist for the same reason. This figure features minimal [[Partformer|partsforming]], with the Rodimus Prime fists being formed by attaching the two halves of the front end of the trailer to Hot Rod's knees.

:He includes a [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Power of the Primes|Matrix of Leadership]] accessory that has a removable center crystal, allowing any [[Prime Master]] to take its place. The Matrix can be stored within Rodimus's robot mode chest. Unfortunately, neither of his robot modes can actually hold it due to having standard 5 mm hands. His two guns, one of which is based on his original toy's Photon Rifle, can combine into a rifle similar to his Photon Eliminator. In vehicle mode, his weapons can be mounted in the two 5 mm holes near the back end of his trailer or stored on Rodimus Prime's back. The trailer portion also has two pegs to stand a [[Titan Master]], [[Prime Master]], or decoy armor on.

:Surprisingly, the TakaraTomy stock photos of the Hot Rod figure are mistransformed: His yellow spoiler is not present in robot mode. This is only possible in the toy by removing the entire canopy of Hot Rod's vehicle mode, which is attached by a mushroom joint. Like the last version, Hot Rod/Rodimus can use the Battle Master Firedrive.

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[[File:TF-POTP-Leader-Class-Evo-Rodimus-Unicronus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|"[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys|You]] are '''nothing!'''"]]
*'''Evolution Rodimus Unicronus''' (Leader Class, 2018)
**''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''PP-40'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': '''[[November 24]], 2018'''
**''Accessories'': trailer/evolution armor, evolution armor arms, rifle (formed by two blasters), [[Matrix of Conquest#Generations|Matrix of Chaos]] frame, Matrix of Chaos core
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging artist)}}
:''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'' "Evolution Rodimus Unicronus" is a retool of the above Rodimus Prime toy, featuring a new goateed head and color scheme based on those of ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (franchise)|Shattered Glass]]'' [[Rodimus (SG)#Toys|Rodimus]]. His smaller Deluxe-sized form is "Nemesis Hot Rod", and represents the character in a [[Unicron]]-corrupted state. He includes a [[Matrix of Conquest#Generations|Matrix of Chaos]] accessory that has a removable center crystal, allowing any [[Prime Master]] to take its place. The Matrix can be stored within Rodimus's robot mode chest. It's best to be careful with the "RODIMUS" stickers on his knees, as they can and will peel off easily.

:Stock renders released by Hasbro at [[New York Comic Con#2017|NYCC]] 2017 showed him with purple Decepticon insignias, but the [[:File:NYCC2017RodimusUnicronusSymbols.jpg|physical prototypes]] had purple Autobot insignias instead, and the stock photos showed him with both. The finalized toy has Decepticon insignias.
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==''Street Fighter II × Transformers''==
[[File:Collab-toy SF2 Ken.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"So, wanna fight fire with fire, huh?"]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Hot Rodimus [Ken] vs Arcee [Chun-Li]''' (Two-pack, [[2018]])}}</ul>
:*''Release date'': [[May 26]], 2018
:*''Accessories'': left & right rifles, Headmaster
:Available as part of the exclusive ''[[Street Fighter II × Transformers]]'' toyline, Hot Rodimus is a redeco of ''Legends'' [[#Legends|Targetmaster Hot Rodimus]] (itself a retool of ''Titans Return'' Deluxe Class [[#TitansReturn|Hot Rod]]) in [[Ken Masters|Ken]]'s traditional colors, luxurious eyebrows, and flesh tones and all. He transforms from a robot to a Cybertronian sports car and back. The ''Street Fighter II'' logo is printed on the car's spoiler, and the smaller Headmaster's robot mode is also painted to resemble Ken.

:Like all Deluxe-sized ''Titans Return'' toys, Hot Rodimus's cockpit can be opened to reveal a seat that allows any [[Titan Master]]/Headmaster figure to pilot it in both modes. His two rifles can be clipped together to form a larger gun with a Headmaster seat; separately they can be pegged behind Hot Rodimus's front wheels or one can be pegged into his engine.

:Hot Rodimus was only available in a two-pack with [[Arcee (G1)/toys#Street Fighter II × Transformers|Arcee]] [[Chun-Li#Toys|[Chun-Li]]]. This set was available for pre-order on [[TakaraTomy Mall]] from [[November 22]] to [[November 27|27]], 2017, with orders fulfilled in late May of 2018. A pre-order goal was set as well: if 3000 units were pre-ordered in total, the set would also come with clear display stands for both toys.

:This two-pack was later brought to the West in 2022 as part of the ''[[Transformers Collaborative]]'' line, released as a [[Target]] and [[Hasbro Pulse]] exclusive in the United States. These releases are functionally identical to the Takara versions; the Hasbro versions have new manufacturing tampographs, but are otherwise the same. They even have all of the Takara packaging ''inside'' the new Hasbro outer packaging!
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==''Vintage G1''==
[[File:Walmart-Vintage-G1-Hot-Rod.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Till all are bought!]]
*'''Hot Rod''' (Walmart exclusive reissue, 2018)
**''Accessories:'' 2 photon lasers
:In a very unexpected turn, the original Hot Rod toy was reissued as a [[Walmart]] [[exclusive]] in 2018, under the ''[[Vintage|Vintage G1]]'' banner, using the mold utilized for ''The Transformers Collection'' reissue (which includes the 5 mm posts on his weapons). Like the original toy, Hot Rod entirely uses stickers instead of a combo of tampographs and stickers seen in ''The Transformers Collection'' release. However, unlike the original toy, ''Vintage G1'' Hot Rod uses "Targetmaster"-style chromed stickers, rather than flat colored versions. The rubsign is an all-new type used on all of the ''Vintage G1'' toys; the insignia only turns red rather than the mood-ring multicolor of older rubsigns, plus the silver border is mirror-level reflective.

:Unlike most of the original Hot Rod toys and the packaging stock photo, he is packaged with his vehicle front view facing backwards. Later shipments of the toy were packaged with Hot Rod's car facing frontwards.
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==''Studio Series''==
[[File:TF-Studio-Series-86-04-Voyager-Autobot-Hot-Rod.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Who needs that [[Sideswipe (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Siege|Sideswipe mold]] anyways!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Hot Rod''' (Voyager Class, [[2020]]-[[2021]])}}</ul>
:*''Movie'': '''''The Transformers: The Movie'''''
:*''Hasbro ID number'': '''86-04'''
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''SS-60'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[April 20]], [[2021]]
:*''Accessories'': 2 photon lasers, buzzsaw, [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Studio Series|Matrix of Leadership]], 2 [[Fire Blast effect]]s, Matrix "glow" effect, "The Depths of Unicron" backdrop
{{toydesigner|[[Evan Brooks]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Mario Carreiro]], [[Christina Murphy]] and [[Amy Bence]] (packaging),<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/live/52ddGYMyvpE?si=7l7OP6YeEB9W82xR&t=9841 Transformers Panel] at [[Hasbro Pulse Con 2024]] with [[Ben MacCrae]], [[Evan Brooks]], [[Mark Maher]], [[Marcelo Matere]], and [[Nate Purswell]].</ref> [[AJ Piejko-Brown]] (original packaging concept), [[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging artist)}}

:Released to commemorate the 35th anniversary of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', ''[[Studio Series]]'' "Autobot Hot Rod" is a screen-accurate, Deluxe-sized mold that converts into the same ol' classic futuristic sports car. The colors, however, are a more toy-based red rather than ''Movie''-based magenta, due to management decision.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Before we move to final production, we have a big team meeting where we all come together and look at the figures and deco before approving them. While presenting this item and the first wave of kingdom, there was some rumbling from upper management. The original colors presented were pure magenta and that came as a bit of a shock to a few folks. The reaction is understandable, every toy of classic Hotrod has been some variation of red. There was some back and forth, references shown on both sides as to what colors he should be and this is how he ended up.

I was still so new to the team that my voice didn't carry that much weight even while showing clips of the 86 movie. I think there was still some confusion as to what this SS86 line was supposed to be but I'm happy to say that this was the only time this sort of thing has ever happened. Granted, Kingdom Cheetor and Megatron also had their colors shifted in this meeting...which was just strange...but that's corporate life.|name=Evan Brooks|site=Instagram|year=2022|month=04|day=13|link=https://www.instagram.com/p/CcT189ZOAKc/}}</ref> The toy is sold at a Voyager price point due to a noticeably higher parts count that yields more accessories, articulation, and transformation intricacy. Aside from his 2 photon blasters, Hot Rod also comes with a Matrix accessory (very similar to ''[[War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Earthrise|Optimus Prime's]]), an aura effect part to attach to the Matrix, a snap-on buzzsaw, and two blast effect parts that can attach to his exhaust pipes or guns.

:Inside his helmet, he has a deployable visor as seen in the [[Lookout Mountain]] scene. His right hand can flip to be replaced with the welding torch he used to repair [[Kup (G1)|Kup]] on [[Quintessa (planet)|Quintessa]], while his left hand flips to reveal a [[5 mm post]] for the buzzsaw or other compatible accessories. His enhanced articulation includes opening hands that can grasp his Matrix and "butterfly" shoulder joints that aid him in assuming iconic poses from the film.

:In vehicle mode, Hot Rod's guns plug into his engine block and then his buzzsaw accessory plugs on top of the guns; this two-layered accessory stacking is also supported on his robot back and the roof of the car. However, tabbing the guns into the saw creates stress on the plastic slots of the saw. Additionally, since both the guns and the engine are painted, this risks leaving scratches. Similarly, caution should be used when uniting and separating the painted silver pipes on the arms and legs during transformation, as the clips that connect the arm and leg pipes are small and prone to snapping. The Matrix accessory has no official storage, but can comfortably rest in his chest cavity in both modes, or attach to the blaster handles via its 5 mm port. Unlike many contemporary toys, Hot Rod does not have 5 mm ports on his body, except for one under each of his feet.

:As with other ''Studio Series'' figures, the interior of the packaging can form a diorama display for the figure. In this case, it is the shot of Hot Rod about to open the Matrix as he stands within [[Unicron/Generation 1|Unicron]]'s innards.

:In 2021, Hot Rod repacked in Wave 15 with with significantly altered packaging in accordance with Hasbro's new plastic-free packaging approach. This packaging [[variant]] had different UPC and EAN barcodes than the original version.

:This figure was also retooled into ''Shattered Glass Collection'' [[Rodimus (SG)#Shattered Glass Collection|Rodimus]].

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[[File:TF Studio Series MTMTE 86 Hot Rod.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|On Wednesdays we wear pink.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Hot Rod''' (Voyager Class, [[2026]])}}</ul>
:*''Movie'': '''''The Transformers: The Movie'''''
:*''Accessories'': 2 photon lasers, buzzsaw, [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Studio Series|Matrix of Leadership]], fishing rod, beam sword, shield

:Released in the ''Studio Series'' "MTMTE Collection" for the 40th anniversary of ''The Transformers: The Movie'', this redeco of Hot Rod replaces the red with magenta, and features additional paint applications on his forearms, crotch, knees, and rear wheels, all to better match his appearance in the film. Furthermore, some of the yellow [[unpaintable plastic]] parts are now cast in magenta, most notably, the roof of his car, to better blend in with the rest of the toy. The painted gray face is also a lighter shade, and the silver on his exhaust pipes, shoulders, and buzzsaw is replaced with a sparkly gray.

:Instead of blast effects, Hot Rod includes the fishing rod from the beginning of the film and the shield and sword from his training session with the [[auto-combatant]]. The shield has a hinge at the base of the handle, and can combine with the sword and/or buzzsaw for storage. The fishing rod also has a 5 mm port on the reel for storage. The Matrix is unpainted, along with the tabs on his two blasters, likely to avoid the paint-chipping issues when storing the blasters as was with the original release. All the new and old accessories can store on his car mode or his back in robot mode.

:The yellow stripe on his wrists has been painted horizontally to match the existing sculpted detail instead of vertically like his animation model. His orange painted knees also resemble the orange thrusters the animation model has in car mode. Much like all the other [[2025]]-onward ''Studio Series'' toys, he no longer has the backdrop.

:Stock photography (right) has the blasters fully painted and the front of the car mistransformed. Hot Rod is an exclusive to [[Target]] in North America, and was revealed and went up for pre-order on [[January 6]].
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==''War for Cybertron Trilogy''==
[[File:TF-WFC-Unicron-Hot-Rod-figurine.jpg|upright=1.2|thumb|Definitely a whopper.]]
*'''Unicron''' ([[2021]])
**''Series'': '''''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (franchise)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'''''
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]], [[Lynsey Urban]] and [[Lenny Panzica]] (Hasbro), [[Takashi Kunihiro]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Robby Musso]] and [[Emiliano Santalucia]] (concept art), [[AJ Piejko-Brown]] and [[Aurora Kraus]] (packaging), [[Mark Grzesik]], [[Sarah Jean Rovenko]], and [[Dan Caparco]] (instruction design), [[Lee Tympanick]] (safety), [[Rachel Fleming]] (senior box sitter, marketing), [[Charlie (cat)|Charlie]] (junior box sitter, cat)}}<ref>HasLab Unicron development reports at the [[Hasbro Pulse#Hasbro Pulse Unboxed|Hasbro Pulse blog]].</ref>
:''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (toyline)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'' [[Unicron/toys#War for Cybertron Trilogy|Unicron]] comes with a [[Slug figure|mini-figurine]] of Hot Rod, only about 10 millimeters tall. The original announcement showed a sculpt based on Hot Rod's ''Titans Return'' design, but the final released figurine was based on the original G1 design (or more accurately, the ''Studio Series'' design above).
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==''War for Cybertron: Kingdom''==
[[File:TF-WFC-K-Commander-Rodimus-Prime.jpg|450px|thumb|So THIS is where [[Roller (G1)|Roller]] went!]]
*'''Rodimus Prime''' (Commander Class, [[2021]])
**''Hasbro ID number'': '''WFC-K29'''
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''KD-12'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[August 7]], 2021
**''Accessories'': Trailer/[[Mobile Defense Bay#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Mobile Defense Bay]], Photon Eliminator, [[Sword of Primus#Toys|Sword of Primus]], [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#KRodimus|Matrix of Leadership]], turret, tray, 10 effects<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20221130215800/https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B08XYV4PGD/ ''Kingdom'' Rodimus Prime on Amazon Japan]</ref>
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Mark Maher]] (deco artist)}}
:''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom]]'' Rodimus Prime is a Commander Class toy that transforms from a [[Show-accuracy|cartoon-accurate]] robot to a futuristic SUV,<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20210625150605/https://news.tfw2005.com/2021/06/19/translated-interviews-with-yuya-onishi-and-takashi-kunihiro-from-the-transformers-generations-book-2021-435763 Translated ''Transformers Generations 2021'' interview with Yuya Onishi and Takashi Kunihiro]</ref> which can attach to a trailer to form his futuristic truck mode. Despite appearances, Rodimus Prime is ''not'' a retool or engineering reuse of the ''Studio Series'' Hot Rod toy; though they feature similar transformation steps, the key difference is the lack of a faux chest. The head seemingly reuses the CAD data from [[#Power of the Primes|Evolution Rodimus Prime]]'s face sculpt. A ''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (toyline)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'' staple, Rodimus Prime and the trailer are littered with [[5 mm post|5 mm ports]] to facilitate the [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System]] or [[F.O.S.S.I.L. Technology]]. The line's relative scale demands that he must be smaller than previous Commander Class toys, though making up for his price tag is above average engineering and articulation, including a removable Matrix, collapsing wheels, and poseable hands featuring separate index fingers with knuckle joints!

:The price is also filled out with a multitude of accessories. The trailer itself can fold out into the [[Mobile Defense Bay#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Mobile Defense Bay]], which Rodimus Prime can stand on and grasp the handles, plus an [[A.I.R. Lock System]] adapter on the front. The standing, twin-barreled cannon also detaches as its own unit, with sculpted tread detail. Undocumented in the instructions, the 5 mm post and tab on the turret can attach to Rodimus's spoiler to act as a large cannon backpack in robot mode, facilitated further by an undocumented second swivel joint that allows the cannon to swing around between the tips of the spoiler. The trailer also features a removable tray with 5 mm ports and dedicated storing spaces for the Matrix-aura and smoke blast effects.

:Rodimus Prime also includes a foldable Photon Eliminator which stores on the 5 mm post under the spoiler in both modes (though not when the trailer is attached in vehicle mode) and the [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#KRodimus|Matrix of Leadership]], which of course, stores in his chest in both modes. A surprisingly-niche inclusion is the [[Sword of Primus#Toys|Sword of Primus]], which has a fold-out 5 mm post to attach to Rodimus's back in robot mode and can store on a pair of tabs under his vehicle mode. He also includes a whopping ''ten'' effect parts, 7 of which are translucent blue redecos from ''Siege'' [[Omega Supreme (G1)#War for Cybertron: Siege|Omega Supreme]], which can attach to the various 5 mm ports on the figure or the 3 mm posts at the tips of the Photon Eliminator and exhaust pipes. The other three are newly-molded Matrix-aura and exhaust pipe-smoke blast effects. Care must be taken when handling these three effects parts as they are made from thin, hard plastic that can break if bent, as opposed to the more durable mushy goodness of the other effects parts. The exhaust effects are molded in translucent blue, and appear as such in promotional images, but the final pieces are painted black.

:On some copies, the spring-loaded lower halves of the trailer's smokestacks can get caught on some adjacent orange plastic when opening the trailer, requiring them to be manually moved aside. Another far more common problem is that Rodimus Prime's trailer does not fully close when the two large halves join together, causing a gap to be visible from above; this problem can occur with or without the turret inside the trailer. Some methods attempted to fix this include brushing clear polish on the large silver clips at the front of the trailer, and/or placing stickers inside the slots on top of the trailer. Caution should be taken when transforming him, as the paint on his windscreen piece can be easily chipped when the spoiler piece is folded against it.

:In a unique twist, the toy was revealed by [[TakaraTomy]] and set for pre-order in Japanese markets before [[Hasbro]], which usually unveils upcoming toys before or simultaneously with TakaraTomy.

:Rodimus Prime comes with one of four holographic [[Golden Disk (Voyager)|Golden Disk]] cards from wave 1, which reveals a [[Source:Golden Disk destinies|possible destiny]] of a key character.
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[[File:WFC-Kingdom-Core-Hot-Rod.jpg|300px|thumb|One of your toys comes with a sword, and now suddenly every toy of yours wants a sword.]]
[[File:TF-Legacy-Core-first-wave-Sword.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Autobot Hot Rod''' (Core Class, [[2022]])
**''Hasbro ID number'': '''WFC-K43'''
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''KD EX-17'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[July 30]], 2022
**''Accessories'': sword
{{toydesigner|[[Koki Yamada]] (TakaraTomy)}}
:Part of the final wave of ''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom]]'' Core Class toys, "Autobot Hot Rod" is a Legends Class-sized figure that transforms from a robot to a futuristic sports car in 8 steps. He comes with a sword that features both a 3 mm handle, which Hot Rod himself uses, and a [[5 mm post]] for a larger toy. The sword can peg either onto the 3 mm peg on the back of the spoiler, or (undocumented in the instructions) into the 3 mm port in the front of the spoiler. The spoiler itself can be removed entirely, and in robot mode can either be moved to a port on the reverse of the same panel (for more freedom in the shoulder articulation, and a less-obscured look for the spoiler) or combined with the sword to create some sort of pointy-handgun. As seen on his package art, his sword is intended to combine with ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' [[Iguanus (G1)#Legacy|Iguanus]] and [[Skywarp (G1)/toys#Legacy|Skywarp]]'s accessories to create a larger weapon.

:Unlike the "Generation 1" characters from previous Core Class waves, Hot Rod's sculpt isn't based on a larger ''Generations'' toy, but rather curiously appears to be based on his design from the "[[Evergreen]]" brand bible—just with some of the detailing changed to fit in the more G1-inspired style of the line.

:Compared to the renders seen in the [[instructions]], a pair of tabs were removed from the panels that form the hood of his vehicle mode; this creates a [[design flaw]] where the roof and front of the car don't latch securely onto the chassis.

:Hot Rod was re-released in the first wave ''Legacy'' Core Class toys, as seen below. Given that Hot Rod includes an Energon weapon meant to combine with his wavemates, and came out in the final wave of ''Kingdom'', it is almost certain Hot Rod was designed for ''Legacy'' and brought forward to meet demand.

:Hot Rod's stock renders depict his toy in a more pinkish shade of red, with an unpainted red nose, evoking a gladiator nose guard.

:For Japanese collectors, 2 out of the 3 components of the combined sword have not been made domestically available in Japan, as TakaraTomy did not release Iguanus and Skywarp, so they must import them to complete the weapon.

:Hot Rod was officially revealed during the [[December 3]], [[2021]] ''Transformers'' team roundtable with fans, and as such, Hot Rod is the last ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' toy to be revealed and released.
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==''Legacy''==
[[File:TF-Legacy-Core-Class-Hot-Rod.jpeg|upright=1|thumb|With him, the triad of that infamous scene in the movie can now be re-enacted in itty-bitty size.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Hot Rod''' (Core Class, [[2022]])}}</ul>
:*''Origin universe'': G1 Universe
:*''Accessories'': sword
:Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' Core Class toys, Autobot Hot Rod is a [[package refresh]] of the previous ''Kingdom'' figure above, with no other changes besides his packaging.

:The instructions now mention his sword being part of a combined weapon formed by joining it with the guns from his ''Legacy'' Core Class wave-mates [[Iguanus (G1)#Legacy|Iguanus]] and [[Skywarp (G1)/toys#Legacy|Skywarp]].

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[[File:TF-Legacy-Velocitron-Speedia-500-Hot-Rod.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|[[Firebolt (G1)|Firebolt]] sadly not included. Release date also not included.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Hot Rod''' (Voyager Class, <s>2023</s>)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': 2 photon lasers, Buzzsaw, 2 Fire Blast effects
:Intended to be part of the second wave of the ''[[Transformers: Legacy#Walmart|Velocitron Speedia 500 Collection]]'', Autobot Hot Rod was to be a redeco of the [[#Studio Series|''Studio Series'' figure]] in colors reminiscent of his original 1986 toy release. The blast effects included have also been recolored orange, and the blade of his buzzsaw is left unpainted. The Matrix accessory and associated effect part are omitted.

:Hasbro's [[stock photography]] has the figure mistransformed—his lower legs are not properly collapsed in. However, this is one rare case where the mistransformation actually ''works'' to further the intended homage, as the [[#The Transformers|original 1986 Hot Rod toy]] this one is emulating also had the vehicle mode exhaust pipes and wheels exposed on the sides of the legs.

:Despite numerous aesthetic differences between the two molds, Hot Rod's package art reuses the art from the Core Class toy above. They did at least edit out the combined sword accessory Hot Rod was originally wielding in said art though.

:The ''Velocitron Speedia 500 Collection'' was exclusive to [[Walmart]] in the United States, and [[TakaraTomy Mall]] in Japan. Hot Rod was listed on Walmart's website before official announcement by Hasbro, seemingly intended for a Winter/Spring release in 2023, but this never came to be in either Hasbro's or TakaraTomy's version of the line. While claimed to not be "canceled", Walmart quickly moved on from the ''Velocitron Collection'', and Hasbro has no plans to release Autobot Hot Rod.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20230206223419/https://news.tfw2005.com/2023/02/06/transformers-brand-team-fan-roundtable-for-february-2023-recap-cybertronian-mode-jazz-475329 Recap of Transformers Fan Roundtable at TFW2005]</ref><ref>[https://youtu.be/AF64f3-8mLg Transformers Marketing Team Interview on YouTube]</ref>
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==''Transformers Retro''==
[[File:Retro-toy HotRod.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Pink is the new old.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Hot Rod''' ([[2023]])}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': 2 "Photon Laser" rifles
{{toydesigner|[[Evan Brooks]] (Hasbro)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging artist)}}

: Hot Rod's [[#The Transformers|original toy]] was reissued by [[Walmart]] once again in 2023, this time under the branding of ''[[Transformers Retro]]'', though the packaging lacks that name, instead having ''The Transformers: The Movie'' branding. This release retains the larger fist holes and the modified-handle guns from prior re-releases, but is now in an extensively-painted deco intended to replicate his original cartoon character model as closely as possible. This results in the first Hot Rod toy to accurately represent the shade of pink he is actually depicted with in the movie! This also means the original mold's chromed pieces are now a flat light gray plastic instead. All of Hot Rod's details are achieved with tampographs rather than stickers.

: The box features original art by [[Marcelo Matere]]<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Some of my latest Transformers package art finally revealed! I was responsible for the robot, vehicle and backgrounds pencils !Having a blast working on this line! The Transformers package team did a great job as usual! #transformers #pencil #marcelomatere #marcelomatereart https://t.co/ZPB3gMQl8x|link=https://twitter.com/marcelomatere/status/1578045800978223104|name=Marcelo Matere|site=Twitter|year=2022|month=10|day=06|(defunct=)}}</ref> of Hot Rod in robot and vehicle mode laid over a scene of the interior of one of the [[Autobot shuttle]]s featured in the film. Interestingly, the art appears to use ''Studio Series'' {{'}}86 Hot Rod as a model.

:''Transformers Retro'' Autobot Hot Rod was announced and went up for preorder on [[October 6]], 2022 as part of Walmart's Collector Con event. However, precious few samples seemingly ever made it to brick-and-mortar stores.
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==''Adamas Machina''==
[[File:TF-Adamas-Machina-Series-AMT-01-Rodimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|3P Companies, eat your heart out.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus''' ([[2025]])}}</ul>
:*''ID Number'': '''AMT-01'''
:*''Accessories'': [[Photon eliminator|Photon Eliminator]]/2 [[Photon laser|Photon Lasers]], Saw Blade, Communicator
{{toydesigner|[[Hirofumi Ichikawa]] (detailing, alt mode, accessories)}}<ref name = Adamas>{{citesocial|quote=I played a small part in the development of the highly acclaimed "Adamus Machina AMT-01 Rodimus," which is currently on sale. I was involved in the development of the vehicle concept, additional details, design of the communication device and saw arm accessories, and specification of the weapon attachment method when transforming Flame Toys's high-quality figure into a transforming model. Please get your hands on it!|link=https://twitter.com/Hirovmi/status/1904863950883479948/|site=Twitter|name=Hirofumi Ichikawa|year=2025|month=3|day=26}}</ref>

:Part of [[T-SPARK]]'s ''[[T-SPARK#Adamas Machina|Adamas Machina]]'' line of high-end collectibles, this is a highly articulated depiction of Rodimus featuring [[die-cast]] metal. It is modeled after his appearance in the [[2005 IDW continuity]], particularly his ''[[The Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|More than Meets the Eye]]'' body. With design input by [[Flame Toys]], it very closely resembles the [[Hot Rod (G1)/merchandise#Flame Toys|Kuro Kara Kuri]] figure but now able to transform.

:Multiple owners reported that the right hip pad can get so thoroughly stuck in mid-transformation that attempting to reposition it will break the toy.

::*[https://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/tsparkofficial/adamas/amt01_rodimus/ Official TakaraTomy website of ''Adamas Machina'' Rodimus]

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[[File:AMT-01EX_Lost_Light_Rodimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|What if it was PURPLE?]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Lost Light Ver.''' ([[2026]])}}</ul>
:*''ID Number'': '''AMT-01EX'''
:*''Accessories'': Photon Eliminator/ 2 Photon lasers, Saw Blade, Communicator
{{toydesigner|[[Hirofumi Ichikawa]] (detailing, alt mode, accessories)}}

:This redeco of ''Adamas Machina'' Rodimus now evokes his blue period from the ''[[The Transformers: Lost Light|Lost Light]]'' comic series.
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==''Age of the Primes''==
[[File:AOTP Micromaster Hot Rod.jpg|thumb|300px|My Titan's cheaper and I'm still included with him? [[Metroplex (Cybertron)#Legacy|Take]] [[Tidal Wave (Armada)#Legacy|that]], [[Drill Bit (Cybertron)|Drill Bit]] and [[Ramjet (Armada)|Ramjet]].]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-pr13|'''The Thirteen Star Optimus Prime''' (Titan Class, [[2025]])}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy name:'' '''Hot Rod''' (ホットロッド)
:*''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''AOTP-10'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date:'' [[2025]] [[August 30]]
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Shuhei Umezu]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref>[https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV1Zhi6Y6EkU/ ''Age of the Primes'' panel] with [[Hasbro]] designer [[Mark Maher]] at [[Cybertron Con 2024]] Day 1, recorded at the "Giant Peng Peng" (巨大化鹏鹏) BilliBilli channel.</ref>

:Packed in with ''[[Transformers: Age of the Primes|Age of the Primes]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Age of the Primes|Star Optimus Prime]], "Micromaster Autobot Hot Rod" is a more articulated Core Class-sized update of the [[#Return of Convoy|''Return of Convoy'' Micro Transformer Hot Rodimus figure]], turning into a futuristic sports car. Hot Rod in alternate mode can be carried around in the included Micro Trailer, and robot mode can ride atop the vehicle in its battle station form, which resembles the [[#G1RodimusPrime|original Rodimus Prime]]'s battle station. As with the original figure, he can be seated in Star Optimus Prime's chest or man a turret on the "[[Roller (G1)#Age of the Primes|tread unit]]". Aside from the basic articulation, Hot Rod's head cannot rotate.

:Make sure you properly attach Hot Rod onto the blue section of the turret by wedging his knees into the open spaces and the inner shins onto the clips, or he'll be (hilariously) launched off while rotating it.

::*''Designer commentary on ''Age of the Primes'' Star Optimus Prime from Mark Maher on Instagram:''
::**''[https://www.instagram.com/p/DFElvtSsqoe/ Part I]''
::**''[https://www.instagram.com/p/DFOshCXs2gV/ Part II]''
::*''[[Source:Transformers Age of the Primes bios#AOTP10|Machine translation of Star Optimus Prime's TakaraTomy bio]]''

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==''Swapticons''==
[[File:TF Swapticons Hot Rod.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|''What If: Hot Rod shares the Matrix of Leadership with Bumblebee?'']]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Hot Rod / Bumblebee''' (Two-pack, [[2025]])}}</ul>

: Part of the first wave of ''[[Swapticons]]'' two-packs, "Autobot Hot Rod" is a small, rectangular figure that transforms into the back half of a modified van. While his nominal placement is as the back half of a full heavily modified van evoking Rodimus Prime's "futuristic motorhome" alt-mode with his pack-in partner [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Swapticons|Bumblebee]], he can attach to any other Swapticon, front or back, to make whatever silly abomination you feel like unleashing.

: His side panels/arms are on a hinge, allowing them to swing outward while his head can swivel. His face is a sticker that wraps all the way around his head.

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==Notes==
[[File:G1catalog86-PinkHotRod.jpg|thumb|I was pink once.]]


*In an odd intra-Hasbro design move, both of Hot Rod's original guns were reused for weapon toolings on the [[Cobra]] [http://www.yojoe.com/vehicles/88/stellarstiletto/ Stellar Stiletto] in 1988. The larger handgun is the nosecone cannon, while the smaller (facing backwards) is the basis for the longer missiles. Hey, Hot Rod was occupied with [[Firebolt (G1)|Firebolt]] at the time anyway, right?
[[File:TFGRodimus.jpg|thumb|New Rodimus, not to be confused with New Coke.]]
*'''New Rodimus''' was the tentative name for an unused Rodimus Prime design revealed in the Japanese book ''[[Transformers Generations (guidebook)|Transformers Generations]]''. Unlike his predecessors, he would have transformed into a fire engine. According to the caption in the book, New Rodimus would have come out after [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity#The Battlestars story pages and comic|Star Convoy]], and his transformation would involve splitting at the waist. Previously, fans believed that the idea for New Rodimus's transformation was eventually used by the ''[[Brave (franchise)|Brave]]'' toy '''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xGFHTcC5tlo Duke Fire]''', which is also a fire engine that splits at the waist in order to transform. However, a discussion with [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] staff revealed that this was a coincidence, as Duke Fire's designer had not seen the New Rodimus design.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Also talked w/TakaraTomy team. Brave's Duke Fire NOT based on New Rodimus, per designer of Duke Fire. He was not aware of that Rod design. https://t.co/4eoAcycVWa|link=https://twitter.com/tfwiki/status/907253686023458817|name=Matthew Karpowich|site=Twitter|year=2017|month=09|day=11|(defunct=)}}</ref> As seen below, this revelation did not come before a story homaging Duke Fire's [[Duke Fire|assumed connection]] to New Rodimus was published, retroactively linking the two.
**In 2015 [[Source:Ask Vector Prime/Facebook#August 15.2C 2015|an entry]] of the Facebook version of [[Ask Vector Prime]] dubbed this version of Rodimus as "Fire Rodimus" and [[Hot Rod (G1)#Fire Rodimus|gave some background to him]].
[[File:HyperHobbyRodimusTestshot.jpg|thumb]]
*An image of a black Rodimus Prime toy appeared in issue #38 of the magazine ''[[Hyper Hobby]]'' in 2002. For years, it was thought that this was an unreleased [[Lucky Draw figure]] (which an [http://www.transformertoys.co.uk/transformers/news/story/lucky+draw+transformers/Unreleased+Lucky+Draw+Black+Rodimus+Convoy/7581 unscrupulous Ebay seller] reinforced by repeatedly calling it that in his auctions). However, it was eventually found — [http://www.allspark.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=62831&st=0&p=1347844&#entry1347844 seven years later] — when a Japanese speaker read the text of the magazine, that it was nothing more than a test shot that was intended to tease the release of the normal-colored reissue.
*One of the first concepts for ''Classics'' Rodimus was based around the {{w|Pagani Zonda}} super car, before the {{w|Dome Zero}} design was decided upon.{{fact|source needed}}
*''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 franchise)|Car Robots]]'' [[Side Burn (RID)|Speedbreaker]] (aka ''Robots in Disguise'' Side Burn) has a powered-up color scheme which resembles Hot Rod's.
*Aside from the ''[[Transformers: Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' [[Rodimus (Energon)|namesake character]], Hot Rod has also been [[homage]]d twice (or possibly thrice depending on how you look at it) in the [[Unicron Trilogy continuity family|Unicron Trilogy]]. For ''[[Transformers: Armada (franchise)|Armada]]'', the "[[Powerlinx]]" upgrade of [[Hot Shot (Armada)/toys|Hot Shot]] was given a very Hot-Rod-inspired deco. In ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (franchise)|Cybertron]]'', [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] made a redeco of Hot Shot (well, "Exillion"), who already had some Hot Rod homage elements in his toy design, with Hot Rod deco as a DVD-pack-in [[exclusive]]. [[Hasbro]] then took this deco, altered it, and released it in the US line at mass retail as the new character [[Excellion (Cybertron)|Excellion]].
*A (somewhat jokey) proposed BotCon concept by [[Fun Publications]] was a redeco of Deluxe Class [[Rattrap (BW)/toys#Transmetal1|Transmetal Rattrap]] into a beast form of Rodimus Prime, named "Rodimouse", to match [[Optimus Primal (BW)|Optimus Primal]] and [[Ultra Mammoth]] as being ''Beast Wars'' Maximal forms of fellow Autobot leaders [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] and [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]], respectively.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160224194736/http://www.toycollectors.com.au/bc14/bc14br.html BotCon 2014 attendee report by griffin]</ref><ref>{{citesocial|quote=Rodimouse! https://t.co/HFzdBtvyfp|link=https://twitter.com/JesseWittenrich/status/762678026933067781|name=Jesse Wittenrich|site=Twitter|year=2016|month=08|day=08|(defunct=)}}</ref>

==References==
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[[Category:Collaborative Autobots]]
[[Category:Combiner Wars Autobots]]
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Cliffjumper (G1)/toys

2026-02-27T03:52:21Z

Boingus: /* Buzzworthy Bumblebee */ too speculative, there are many buzzworthy ss toys that dont have mainline equivalents or do have them and are the same

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[[File:G1boxart-Cliffjumper.jpg|upright=2.33|thumb|Good news: With 2024's ''Missing Link'' Cliff, you can finally recreate this pose!]]
'''Cliffjumper''' has a lot of toys. Although none of them are traitors, a large number of them are red [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys|Bumblebees]].

==Toys==
===''The Transformers''===
{{anchor|Generation 1}}
[[File:G1 Cliffjumper toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|For 28 years, this was his only toy that wasn't a Bumblebee redeco or retool.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliffjumper''' (Mini Vehicle, 1984 / 1985)}}</ul>
:*''Takara ID number'': '''13'''
{{toydesigner|[[Masaki Maruyama]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Mark Watts]] (packaging artist)}}

: Part of the original 1984 range of ''[[The Transformers (toyline)|Transformers]]'' Autobot [[Mini-Vehicle]]s, Cliffjumper began life as the [[super deformed]] "[[Choro-Q|Penny Racer]]"-style ''[[Micro Change]]'' "MC-04 #01 [[Porsche]] {{w|Porsche 924|924 Turbo}}" - although, in reality; most of his design traits are based on the later Porsche 924 Carrera GT model, with only his hood scoop being closer to the Turbo. Though broadly similar in construction to [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#The Transformers|Bumblebee]] and commonly called a [[redeco]]/[[retool]] of him by fans, Cliffjumper is actually an entirely different mold that just uses the same [[transformation]] scheme. This confusion was not helped by the fact that both Cliffjumper and Bumblebee were released in both red and yellow during the first two years of the Generation 1 toyline; a move designed to "make the line look bigger" according to former [[Hasbro]] R&D Vice President [[George Dunsay]].<ref name="dunsay">[http://www.tfarchive.com/fandom/interviews/george_dunsay/george_dunsay_interview.php Interview with George Dunsay at TFArchive.com]</ref>

:[[File:G1-toy Bumper.jpg|upright=1|left|thumb|''Technically'' also Cliffjumper. We ''dare'' official fiction to use this body as such.]]
: A yellow version of the ''Micro Change'' "MC-04 Mini CAR Robo 02 Familia 1500XG" mold was also available packaged on Cliffjumper cards through 1984, albeit in ''way'' smaller numbers than either of the normal color variants. As an entirely different mold, the fandom treated this toy not as a variant of Cliffjumper, but rather as a separate character they christened "[[Bumper (G1)#Toys|Bumper]]", which would get officially recognized as a new character decades later. The mold did not continue forward into 1985 as the normal Cliffjumpers did.

: In 1984, Cliffjumper and the other Mini Vehicles came packaged in [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]]; in 1985, they were switched to come in [[robot mode]], a change preceded by the addition of a picture of their vehicle modes to the front of their cards. The same year, the Autobot [[insignia]] on Cliffjumper's roof/chest was replaced with a heat-activated [[rubsign]]. Later in 1985, Cliffjumper and the Mini-Vehicles came packaged with [[Mini-spy|Mini-spies]].

: When he was released in Japan in 1985, "Cliff" came in a small box rather than a card. He was available in both red and yellow, both versions having the rubsign rather than the foil faction symbol.

: Cliffjumper was also sold in several countries south of the US in a wide variety of colors, which are covered in individual entries below (simply to keep this entry from getting too cluttered).

::*''[http://www.transformerland.com/wiki/toy-info/transformers-g1-mini-vehicles-cliffjumper/32/ Patent info, price guide, and further reading on Cliffjumper at Transformerland.com]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Cliffjumper/cliffjumper.htm More information on Cliffjumper at TFU.info]''
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[[File:ListenNFun.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Release me from the shackles of this blister pack at once, you traitor!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliffjumper''' (''Listen 'n Fun'', 1985)}}</ul>

: Cliffjumper was packaged with an audio cassette featuring the story "[[Sun Raid (Listen 'n Fun)|Sun Raid]]" as part of Hasbro's multi-brand ''[[Listen 'n Fun]]'' subline. Most of the toys packaged with this cassette were the yellow variant mentioned above, but exceptions do exist (see photo at right).

: As the other known ''Listen 'n Fun'' releases—including [[Tripwire (G.I. Joe)|Tripwire]] for ''[[G.I. Joe (franchise)|G.I. Joe]]'' and "Ember" for ''[[My Little Pony]]''—had ''intentional'' deco changes from their original releases, it is possible that Cliffjumper becoming yellow was intentional as well.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliffjumper''' (Mini Vehicle, 1985)}}</ul>

: When he was released in Mexico by [[IGA]], Cliffjumper came in five decoes: both the original red and yellow, as well as blue, white, and flat silver. The white and silver variations are especially notable (and significantly rarer), as they have red-painted faces.

: Years later, large numbers of Mexican Transformers somehow made it to various European markets.

: It is ''possible'' that the two red-faced Cliffjumpers are actually IGA's version of [[Hubcap (G1)#IGA|Hubcap]]. In 1986, IGA released first-year Mini Vehicle molds in colors resembling their '86 Hasbro/Takara [[retool]]s on cards for those characters, and [[:File:ToyFair1986-TFpage01a-TailgateHubCap.jpg|early Hasbro production photos of Hubcap]] show him in white with a red face. Unfortunately, still-carded samples of these two variants have yet to surface and confirm this theory.

: (See why we didn't want all this in the first Cliffjumper entry? And we're not done yet...)

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[[File:Estrela-Carrera.jpg|thumb|Hey, they finally got my vehicle mode suffix right!|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Carrera''' (Robocar, 1985)}}</ul>

: Cliffjumper was released in Brazil by [[Estrela]] in 1985 as the Robocar "Carrera" (pronounced "ka-HEY-ra") - this time featuring a more accurate vehicle mode name! - and was initially available in two color schemes: his original red and black (albeit using a more vibrant shade of plastic), and metallic gold and black.

: Rather than having Autobot symbols, both are decorated with the thin tech-detail sticker from the original Takara ''Micro Change'' versions of the toy, and the kneecap sticker from [[Salt-Man Z]] on the back of the head-plate (replacing the ''Micro Change'' Japanese-text sticker). The raised "DUNLOP" branding on the tires was also removed, a change also present on the Estrela versions of the similarly-engineered [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Estrela|Volks / Bumblebee]] and [[Sedan (Robocar)|Sedan]] molds.

: Later, Estrela released blue and white versions of Carrera sporting the new "[[Optimus (faction)|Optimus]]" faction insignia; given this new factional alignment, for the purposes of this wiki, the Optimus-aligned Carrera is considered to be a [[Carrera (G1)|separate character]] from Cliffjumper.

::*''[http://www.tf-1.com/articles/mini_frame.php?art=goldcliff More information on gold Cliffjumper/Carrera at TF-1.com]

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[[File:G1-toy Cliffjumper-Antex.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Carrera''' (Robocar, 1985)}}</ul>

: The aforementioned white version of Carrera was released in Argentina by [[Antex]] in 1985, along with a new green redeco, both sporting the Estrela stickers and "DUNLOP"-less tires. Later releases of the green version have been found with a different chest sticker: a large yellow paper decal that also appears on some Antex releases of [[Windcharger (G1)#Antex|"Camaro" (aka Windcharger)]].

: The card photography shows both the red and golden versions of the toy, but it is believed this was merely a holdover from the Estrela-designed packaging, and that neither coloration was ever sold in Argentina.

: These toys are more readily available on the secondary market than their Estrela predecessors. They also have lower quality control.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliffjumper''' (Mini Vehicle, 1985)}}</ul>

: As far as foreign Mini Vehicle variants go, the Venezuelan release of Cliffjumper by [[Rubiplas]] is pretty tame. He came in both the Hasbro red and yellow versions, and retains the Hasbro stickers. However, his head lacks both the silver paint on his face, and the [[Vacuum metallizing|chrome silver]] on the "plate" part of the head, leaving it as black plastic.

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[[File:Lynsa-CliffjumperOrange.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''(Peach version pictured)'']]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliffjumper''' (Mini Vehicle, 1987)}}</ul>

: Manufactured by [[Peru]]vian company [[Lynsa]] and sold in Peru and [[Chile]], this version of Cliffjumper is similar to the Rubiplas release, lacking any paint or chrome, but this version also has plastic tires instead of rubber. So far, two different colorations have been confirmed: the original red-and-black color scheme (albeit in a more saturated tone), and peachy-orange-and-black. It is claimed that there may be ''six'' different versions of Peruvian Cliffjumper all told, with the four others being unique to that market, but no one has been able to find and confirm the others so far.

: As with the other Lynsa Minicars, this Cliffjumper is incredibly fragile, with his arms in particular being very prone to breakage. As such, given the rarity of this toy, whatever few copies of it still exist should be handled with ''exceptional'' care.

{{note|Peruvian company BASA (which eventually changed to HUDE) apparently also (briefly) sold ''Transformers'' in Peru, but these were straight imports of Hasbro Mini Vehicles with a company sticker applied to the packaging.}}

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[[File:G1toy cliffjumper keychain.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|He's protecting your keys from traitors.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliffjumper''' (Keychain Mini-Vehicle, 2001 / 2003 / 2007)}}</ul>

: A keychain version of Cliffjumper was released by [[Fun4All]] under license from [[Hasbro]] in the US in 2001. Though based on the original toy, this is an entirely new set of molds, with a number of small differences throughout (minor proportion differences and generally softer edges), but the most immediately obvious one is the small plastic ring added to the rear bumper to accommodate the chain. The tech-detailing sticker behind his head was replaced by a second Autobot insignia sticker like [[Hubcap (G1)#Toys|Hubcap]] has.

: In 2003, Takara released all four of the keychain Minibots (Cliffjumper, [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Keychain|Bumblebee]], [[Windcharger (G1)#keychain|Windcharger]], and [[Brawn (G1)/toys#Keychain|Brawn]]) as [[7-Eleven]] [[exclusive]]s. They came in [[blindpacking|blind-packed boxes]] so you don't know which one you got until you open 'er up, plus each one could also come in a "[[Chase figure|chase]]" all-black version exclusive to this release. The black deco was later [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as [[Black Cliff|an evil clone]] of Cliffjumper.

: All four keychains were re-released in 2007 under the ''[[Heroes of Cybertron (toyline)|Heroes of Cybertron]]'' banner by [[Basic Fun]] (Fun4All having gone bankrupt in 2004). Sold on new cardbacks with the ''Heroes'' look, these releases are functionally identical to the originals (just the company stamping has changed) except for the actual chain part, which is a different style with an additional black plastic tab attached.

: This version of the mold was [[redeco]]ed to make [[Tap-Out (Universe)#Toys|Tap-Out]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Cliffjumper/cliffjumper.htm More information on keychain Cliffjumper at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Cybertron/BlackCliffjumper/cliffjumper.htm More information on black Cliffjumper at TFU.info]''
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===''Alternators/Binaltech''===
[[File:AlternatorsCliffjumperDesign.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliffjumper'''}}</ul>

:One of the earliest proposals in the ''[[Transformers: Alternators|Alternators/Binaltech]]'' line was for Bumblebee as a Volkswagen New Beetle, with Cliffjumper as the redeco. Unfortunately, VW evidently did not want to be associated with "war toys" [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|at that time]], and therefore the design never made it past the control drawing stage. Control drawings for both Bumblebee and Cliffjumper have been published in the Japanese book, ''[[The Transformers: Binaltech & TF Collection Complete Guide]]''.
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===''Titanium Series''===
[[File:Titanium bumblebee.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|Floating-head Cliffjumper.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|''' ''War Within'' Bumblebee''' (Cybertron Hero, unreleased)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': ??? (likely display stand)

: Prior to the line's cancellation, a 6-inch resin copy depicting a transformable ''[[Titanium Series]]'' Bumblebee was seen at [[BotCon 2006]]. His [[alternate mode]] was the saucer-like car seen in Dreamwave's ''[[Transformers: The War Within|The War Within]]'' series, which was based on Bumblebee's Cybertronian vehicle mode in the original cartoon. An alternate head of Cliffjumper was seen as well, indicating a retool. Unfortunately, these never made it into production.
{{canceledtoy}}
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===''Classics''===
[[File:Classics Cliffjumper toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|[[:File:Bumblebeeheads.jpg|What goes around...]]]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliffjumper''' (Deluxe, 2006/2007)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': "Wave Crusher" trailer
{{toydesigner|[[Eric Siebenaler]] (Hasbro)}}

: Released in the third wave of Hasbro's ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' Deluxes, Cliffjumper is a red, silver, gray, and black [[redeco]] of the ''Classics'' [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Classics|Bumblebee toy]], transforming into a small sports coupe of made-up model and towing a small trailer with a non-removable jet-ski. This "[[Wave Crusher]]" trailer/jet-ski transforms into a flight-pack that clips onto Cliffjumper's back.

: This figure was the first instance of redecoing a Bumblebee toy into Cliffjumper without producing a new head, instead simply recoloring the original Bumblebee head, which would become common procedure for Cliffjumper toys to follow.

:This mold was also used to make ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Bug Bite (GoBots)#Timelines|Bug Bite]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/ClassicsCliffjumper/cliffjumper.htm More information on Classics Cliffjumper at TFU.info]''
{{ClassicsBumblebeeMold}}
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===''Henkei! Henkei!''===
[[File:Henkei-toy Cliff.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|It's small and inaccurate, but you still want it.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Minibot Attack Team''' (Multi-pack, 2009)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''C-18'''

: Released in the eighteenth wave of Takara's ''[[Henkei! Henkei! Transformers (toyline)|Henkei! Henkei!]]'' toyline, Cliff is a redeco of ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' Legends Class [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Bumblebee]], transforming into a modern hatchback of indeterminate (likely made-up) design. He transforms similarly to, but not exactly as, his [[Cliffjumper (G1)/toys#Generation 1|Generation 1 toy]].

:Care must be taken while rolling the vehicle: pushing down while moving the vehicle forward can chip the paint underneath the hip section.

: He was only available in a three-piece set with [[Brawn (G1)/toys#Henkei! Henkei!|Gong]] and the inappropriately-included [[Beachcomber (G1)#Henkei! Henkei!|Beachcomber]]. During the set's initial reveal, the Legends Class Bumblebee toy was in his place (as a placeholder), causing some confusion that Takara will release another Bumblebee toy. And furthermore; Cliff's stock photo features black tires instead of light grey, but it was amended in the packaging art.
{{UniverseLegendsBumblebeeMold}}
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===''Alternity''===
[[File:Alternity Cliffjumper toy.jpg|thumb|Being a [[retool]] is still lame...|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliff [Supreme Red Pearl]''' (2009)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''A-03'''
:*''Accessories'': 2 "wave-functional pointer guns"

: Part of the fourth wave of Takara's ''[[Transformers: Alternity|Alternity]]'' series, Cliff is a [[retool]] of "[[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Alternity|Bumble [Champion Yellow]"]] with a new head, transforming into a 1:32-[[scale]] licensed Suzuki Swift, featuring die-cast metal parts and rubber tires, as well as an opening hood, trunk and doors.

: In robot mode, the figure can hold twin pistols that are normally stored in the legs, and features light-piped eyes.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Cybertron/Cliff/cliff.htm More information on Alternity Cliff at TFU.info]''
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===''United''===
[[File:Unitedtoy cliffjumper.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliffjumper Cybertron Mode''' (Deluxe, 2010)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''UN03'''
:*''Release date'': [[December 25]], 2010
:*''Accessories'': "Energy gun"

: Part of the first wave of Takara's ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' product, Cliffjumper is a [[redeco]] of the ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]] [[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)#Toys|War for Cybertron]]'' [[Cliffjumper (WFC)#Generations|Cliffjumper toy]], transforming into a round and compact "Cybertronian courier mode". He comes with a handgun and features two wrist-mounted flip-out blades. The handgun can be stored inside his rear bumper in either mode.

:This release features an extensive metallic red paint job (which almost looks magenta under certain lighting conditions) on the car mode panels, and on some of the robot mode's parts (such as the head and forearms), replaces the dark gray plastic of the Hasbro release with a lighter tone, and switches the transparent red paint on the wheels with a more opaque, metallic red. The rear portion of his roof features a more separated paint layout than the black paint of the ''Generations'' release, and the base panel his head is on features additional black paint, with both of these giving him a paint layout almost similar to Bumblebee's. In contrast to the final product, early photos of Cliffjumper showed him with pink flip out blades and details rather than yellow, while his [[packaging]] [[stock photography]] depicts the wheel coverings beside his feet as red instead of light gray.

:This mold was [[retool]]ed from ''Generations'' [[Bumblebee (WFC)/toys#Toys|Cybertronian Bumblebee]], which was redecoed into [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#United|''United'' Bumblebee Cybertron Mode]].
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===''Generations''===
[[File:Generations china import deluxe cliffjumper.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Well, at least it's not a Bumblebee retool this time.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliffjumper''' (Deluxe, 2012)}}</ul>

: ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' Cliffjumper is a retool and minor redeco of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#FE|Prime: First Edition]]'' [[Cliffjumper (WFC)#First Edition|Cliffjumper]], having a new G1-styled head, replacing his red plastic and paint with a darker, metallic shade, and with lighter translucent blue plastic. He transforms into a muscle car that crossbreeds the rear of a Plymouth Barracuda with the front of a Dodge Challenger, and features flip-out triple-barreled blasters in each of his arms that can be swung out to replace his hands. He ''does'' have wrist articulation, but the plastic panels on the outer sides of his arms tend to get in the way, meaning his wrists can only easily rotate up to 90 degrees.

: Cliffjumper was originally only to be released as part of a big block of toys developed [[exclusive]]ly for release in China and other Hasbro Asia markets (which was myteriously referred to as "[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)#Exclusives|GDO]]"). However, [[Toys"R"Us]] picked up the whole lot of figures as part of a ''massive'' group of Transformers exclusives for U.S. and Canadian market release, just in time for the 2012 holiday shopping season.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/GDOCliffjumper/cliffjumper.htm More information on ''Generations'' Cliffjumper at TFU.info]''

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====''Thrilling 30''====
[[File:TF-Generations-Legends-Class-Cliffjumper.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|One step forward, two steps back.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliffjumper & Suppressor''' (Legends Class, 2014)}}</ul>
:*''Series / Number'': '''02 / 019'''
:*''Accessories'': "Ion blaster"

: Legends Class Cliffjumper is a redeco of the ''Generations [[Thrilling 30]]'' Legends Class [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Generations|Bumblebee]], transforming from an Earth-style coupe car. He features [[5 mm post|5 mm-compatible]] front wheels, back/roof, and hands.

: He comes with [[Suppressor (Generations)|Suppressor]], a redeco of ''Generations Thrilling 30'' Legends Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Thrilling 30|Optimus Prime]]'s partner [[Roller (G1)#Generations|Autobot Roller]], and an unchanged version of Optimus's [[ion blaster#Generations|ion blaster]], .

:Hasbro's original [[Stock photography|stock photo]] for the figure depicting a hand-painted prototype shows Cliffjumper lacking the ion blaster. The weapon was erroneously depicted in the concurrently published stock photo for Cliffjumper's [[wave]]-mate [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#Generations|Nemesis Prime]]/[[Spinister (G1)#Generations|Spinister]] two-pack. The card-backs of both two-packs feature edited versions of these photos, with the weapon moved from Nemesis Prime's hand to Cliffjumper's.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/GenCliffjumper/cliffjumper.htm More information on ''Generations'' Legends Cliffjumper at TFU.info]''
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===''Kre-O''===
[[File:KreOtoy KreonCliffjumper.jpg|thumb|right]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Decepticon Ambush''' (2012)}}</ul>
:*''Set number'': '''38781'''
:* ''Pieces'': '''80'''
:* ''Kreons'': Cliffjumper, 3 Vehicons
:* ''Accessories'': Small pistol, energon chest, ATV, "ultimate Dark Energon weapon" cannon part

: Released in the second year of ''[[Kre-O]]'' product, [[Kreon]] Cliffjumper is a buildable brick-based mini-figure, using the same helmet and chest [[tampograph]]s as the [[Bumblebee (Kre-O)|Bumblebee]] Kreon, but cast in red with his horns painted white. Like most sets in this year, he also comes with a bonus blank clear-blue "energon" torso piece.

: He also has a buildable ATV that can be rebuilt into a piece of fiuld artillery.

: The set also included a miniatur watchtower, "spike strip", three Kreon [[Vehicon (Prime)#Kre-O|Vehicons]], and a chunk of an "[[ultimate Dark Energon weapon]]" that could be assembled with parts from other sets released that year.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/Kre-OCliffjumper/cliffjumper.htm More information on Cliffjumper at TFU.info]''

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[[File:KreO-Toy CliffjumperCustomKreon.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.66|Cliffjumper's collection of traitor-smelting tools.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliffjumper''' (Custom Kreon, 2014)}}</ul>
:*''Set number'': '''A7314'''
:*''Pieces'': '''46'''
:*''Accessories'': Rack, sniper cannon, bladed staff, blaster backpack, mini-wing backpack, spare hand

: Part of the second assortment of "Custom Kreons", Cliffjumper comes with a buildable parts rack to hang/store his many extra pieces. The plastics of his torso, arms, and legs have a metal-flake sheen, and his similarly-shiny [[tampograph]]s are lifted from [[Bumblebee (Kre-O)#Custom|Custom Kreon Bumblebee]], rather than being based on the [[Cliffjumper (G1)/toys#Generation 1|original Cliffjumper toy]]. His "normal" helmet and long rifle are [[chrome]]d, 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), plus a buildable sniper-cannon (made with the aformentioned chrome rifle), a buildable double-bladed staff, buildable dual-blaster backpack, and the [[Wheeljack (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Wheeljack]]-style wing-pack.

: Though widely solicited, this wave of Custom Kreons ultimately never saw release outside the [[Hasbro Toy Shop]] online store and Chinese-market distribution circles.

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[[File:Kre-O-Class-of-1984-Cliffjumper.jpg|upright=1.4|thumb|right|His reaction when he's voted "Most Likely To Die In Future ''Transformers'' Series" instead.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Kreon Class of 1984''' (Kreon figure set, 2014)}}</ul>
:*''Set number'': '''B0090'''
:*''Voted'': Most Fearless
:*''Accessories'': Large rifle

: This version of Cliffjumper has much more detailed toy-based [[tampograph]]s than his prior versions. Oddly, he's been given a door-wing backpack, despite neither the original toy nor cartoon model having door wings. But hey, spare parts!

: He was only available in a [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2014 [[exclusive]] pack of 30 Kreons dubbed the "[[Kreon Class of 1984]]". The remaining stock was to be sold at [[Hasbro Toy Shop]] online, only there ''was'' no remaining stock after the show.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/SDCCKre-OCliffjumper/cliffjumper.htm More information on Class of 1984 Cliffjumper at TFU.info]''

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Brick Box''' (2015)}}</ul>
:*''Set number'': '''B2579'''
:*''Pieces'': '''82'''
:* ''Kreons'': Cliffjumper, 3 [[Vehicon (Kre-O)|Vehicons]]
:*''Accessories'': Small pistol, energon torso, ATV, "ultimate Dark Energon weapon" cannon part

:Part of the "red box" line for discount stores in the US like Dollar General and Big Lots, this "[[Brick Box]]" is just the "Decepticon Ambush" set repackaged and sold for a mere $5. Good deal! As with all the Brick Boxes, this set lacks the [[instructions|instruction manual]]. It does retain the decals for the ATV and light post, however.
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===''Bot Shots''===
[[File:BSToy-Super Bot Cliffjumper.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Cranberry Cliffjumper.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliffjumper''' (Single-pack, 2013)}}</ul>
:*''Series'': '''2'''
:*''Number'': '''Super Bot 002'''
:**''Fist strength'': '''960'''
:**''Blaster strength'': '''430'''
:**''Sword strength'': '''255'''

: Part of the first wave of ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Series 2 single-packs, Super Bot Cliffjumper is a [[retool]]/[[redeco]] of [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#BotShotLauncher|Jump Shot Launcher Bumblebee]], with a new robot mode. He springs up and [[Autotransformation|automatically transforms]] from a sports car into a robot armed with a pistol when his front bumper is pressed, and has a "spinner" in his chest that shows his three attack types and power levels. As a "Super Bot", he has more lopsided stats, and is cast in translucent red plastic.

:This version of the mold was later redecoed ''back'' into [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#BotShot3pack2|another version of Jump Shot Bumblebee]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Autobot/BSSBCliffjumper/cliffjumper.htm More information on Super Bot Cliffjumper at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BSToy-3Pack Cliffjumper.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Cliffjumper / Decepticon Brawl / Dirt Boss''' (Multi-pack, 2013)}}</ul>
:*''Series'': '''2'''
:*''Number'': '''BP001'''
:**''Fist strength'': '''575'''
:**''Blaster strength'': '''605'''
:**''Sword strength'': '''430'''

: Part of the first wave of ''Bot Shots'' Series 2 three-packs, Flip Shot Cliffjumper is a redeco of [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#BotShotFlipShot|Flip Shot Bumblebee]], transforming into a muscle car. As a Flip Shot, an impact to the front of his vehicle mode causes him to flip up when autotransforming. He comes in a three-pack with [[Brawl (Movie)#BotShotS23Pack|Flip Shot Decepticon Brawl]] and [[Dirt Boss (Cybertron)#Bot Shots|Super Bot Dirt Boss]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Autobot/BSCliffjumper/cliffjumper.htm More information on Flip Shot Cliffjumper at TFU.info]''
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===''Construct-Bots''===
[[File:Cliffjumper Construct-Bots.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliffjumper''' (Scout, 2013)}}</ul>
:*''Pieces'': '''45'''
:*''Accessories'': Rifle
{{toydesigner|[[Andrew Scribner]] (deco artist)}}

: Part of the third wave of ''[[Construct-Bots]]'' Scouts, Cliffjumper is a buildable robo-skeleton that can be augmented with packed-in armor and vehicle pieces, which will allow him to transform into a Cybertronian car. He's cross-compatible with parts from any other ''Construct-Bots'' set, allowing you to build up some impressive/weird bots.

: Per usual with Cliffjumpers, he uses mostly [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Construct-Bots|Bumblebee]] parts. He includes a recolor of [[Smokescreen (G1)/toys#Construct-Bots|Smokescreen]]'s rifle.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Autobot/CBCliffjumper/cliffjumper.htm More information on Cliffjumper at TFU.info]''
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===''Hero Mashers''===
[[File:HM-toy Bulkhead.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.66|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Bulkhead''' (Battle Upgrade, 2014)}}</ul>
:*''Pieces'': '''15'''

: Part of the first wave of "Battle Upgrade" ''[[Hero Mashers]]'' toys, Cliffjumper is represented as a spare forearm that is included with Bulkhead, but does not appear in the line as a complete figure. The arm is a redeco of [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Hero Mashers|Bumblebee]]'s.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/HMBulkhead/bulkhead.htm More information on Bulkhead at TFU.info]''
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===''Transformers'' (2014)===
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[[File:Transformers-2014-legion-cliffjumper-toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Just in case you couldn't get the Henkei! 3-pack.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliffjumper''' (Legion Class, 2015)}}</ul>

: Legion Class Cliffjumper is another redeco of ''Universe'' Legends Class Bumblebee, sporting the minor retool with additional pegs to secure the arms more tightly in vehicle mode first used for the 2012 [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|''Transformers'']] "Dollar Store" release of the sculpt. Unusually for contemporary figures released as part of this assortment, the figure's deco is notably different from the ''Henkei! Henkei!'' version listed above: The gray plastic used for the legs, the crotch and the wheels is replaced with black, the paint operations on the insides of the arms are also changed from gray to black and expanded to cover a section left unpainted on the ''Henkei'' version, the front grille is left unpainted, and the windows are [[tampograph]]ed in a slightly different shade.<ref name="2014legion">[http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-feedback/1040835-classic-legion-cliffjumper.html Review of 2014 Legion Class Cliffjumper] at TFW2005, including a comparison with ''Henkei'' Cliff.</ref>

:Cliffjumper comes in packaging that is based on the packaging design for the concurrently released ''Combiner Wars''-era ''Generations'' figures, but replaces the name ''Generations'' with "Authentic Transformers". Since Cliffjumper and his [[wave]]-mates ship with three figures previously released under what we consider a generic [[Transformers (2014 toyline)|2014 ''Transformers'' toy line]], all of them now in the new packaging style, we consider Cliffjumper to be part of that line as well. The [[package art]] used for Cliffjumper is recolored from the package art of ''Generations Thrilling 30'' Legends Class [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Generations|Bumblebee]], an entirely different sculpt, and was previously also used (in its original colors) for the previous release of the Bumblebee figure this Cliffjumper is redecoed from.

:The wave that contained Cliffjumper has been found at Fred's, Gordmans, Dollar General, and Family Dollar stores in the United States, but was available at general retail in Hong Kong and from Australian [[Target]] stores.
{{UniverseLegendsBumblebeeMold}}
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===''Q-Transformers''===
[[File:QTransformers Cliff.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.66|Cliffpool? Deadjumper?]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliff''' (2015)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''QT-28'''
:*''Release date'': [[August 29], 2015

: Released in the eighth wave of TakaraTomy's adorable ''[[Q-Transformers]]'' line of [[super deformed]] toys, Cliff is a [[retool]] of [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Q-Transformers|QT-08 Bumble]] with a new head, transforming into stumpy little Daihatsu Copen. As a Bumblebee retool, molded detail on his feet evoke a Volkswagen Beetle's hood.
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===''Alt-Modes''===
[[File:Alt-Modes Cliffjumper.jpg|upright=1|thumb|A paranoid jerk? Nonsense, just look at that smile!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliffjumper''' (Alt-Modes, 2016)}}</ul>
:*''Series'': '''1, 2'''
:*''Collection'': '''2, 3''' (Series 1), '''1''' (Series 2)

: A redeco of [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Alt-Modes|Bumblebee]], ''[[Alt-Modes]]'' Cliffjumper is a super deformed toy whose body transforms into a tiny car shaped like the modern version of the Volkswagen Beetle when the Autobot faction symbol on his head is flipped around.

: He was [[Blindpacking|blind-boxed]], available in two cases of the first series, as well as the only case of the second series.
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===''War for Cybertron: Earthrise''===
[[File:TF-WFC-E-Deluxe-Cliffjumper.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|An original Cliffjumper mold? That was retooled into Bumblebee? Scandalous!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliffjumper''' (Deluxe Class, [[2020]])}}</ul>
:*''Hasbro ID number'': '''WFC-E7'''
:*''TakaraTomy ID Number'': '''ER EX-05'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[June 27]], 2020
:*''Accessories'': Three-piece blaster, 2 skis, car trunk
{{toydesigner|[[Shogo Hasui]] (TakaraTomy)| [[Michael DiTullo]] (vehicle mode concept) <ref>{{citesocial|quote=Squad goals. Some of my latest work for the Transformers War For Cybertron line. I'm so excited this will be an animated series on Netflix! Can't wait to see these guys in action. #cardesign #toydesign #conceptart #conceptdesign|link=https://web.archive.org/web/20200331175244/https://twitter.com/Michael_DiTullo/status/1245034203583934464|name=Michael DiTullo|site=Twitter|year=2020|month=03|day=31|(defunct=)}}</ref>}}

: After years of mostly being a Bumblebee redeco, ''[[War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' Cliffjumper is a cartoon-accurate mold (complete with accurate, non-Bumblebee head; although he does have Bumblebee's biceps), while omitting the Penny Racer aesthetic for his vehicle mode, transforming into a 1980s sports coupe that is strongly reminiscent of his original Porsche 924 alt-mode, though with a front end which resembles that of the {{w|Mitsubishi Starion}}. Cliffjumper also has molded high-performance brake discs, a surprising detail for a mainline ''Transformers'' figure. Like all Deluxe Class figures of the ''War for Cybertron'' subline, Cliffjumper includes numerous 3 mm posts and [[5 mm post|5 mm ports]] for attaching other accessories as part of the [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System]], but due to his small size he cannot easily accommodate an entire Weaponizer or [[A.I.R. Lock System|Modulator]] figure. Undocumented in the instructions, Cliffjumper's ball-jointed neck is actually mounted on a hinge, and when popped out of its housing offers a larger range of articulation.

: In keeping with his depiction as being rather small in most Transformers media, this figure is much smaller than a typical Deluxe Class and is closer to being a particularly large Legends class-sized figure. The rest of his price-point is made up for with his arsenal, that being [[Cliffjumper's bazooka|a large cannon]] similar to one he briefly used in "[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 1]]", which can split into two smaller blasters and a pair of skis which can attach under his wheels to form the [[hydrofoil]]s seen in "[[Dinobot Island, Part 2]]". The backend of the cannon can fold out to fit in his car mode's underside to help balance when skis are deployed, while also being usable as a melee weapon. It can also mount on either his thigh or on the side or top of his shoulder, meaning you can put the entire cannon in these spots. Similarly, his [[partformer|detaching]] car trunk can either be put into the robot mode's back or be used as a shield with help of a flip-out peg. This peg and the backend of the cannon use a unique post and port to connect to each other.

:The promotional renders and early product samples showcased at conventions showed his weapons and skis being silver, while the final product had them cast in black plastic (with the guns being painted silver except for their handles). The majority of Cliffjumper is molded in black plastic with a generous coating of red paint. His forearms and most of his head appear to be the only pieces molded in red plastic.

:Similar to the first release of Starscream from the [[War for Cybertron: Siege|previous line]], Cliffjumper uses the movie variant of the Autobot insignia, rather than the traditional design. Due to the transformation engineering, the insignia is hidden away in robot mode, with no secondary insignia to display.

:Like all ''Earthrise'' toys, the inside of the back of Cliffjumper's package includes an exclusive clip-and-save piece of a larger star map. Also in the box is a thin red piece of transparent plastic with which to read the star map. Cliffjumper's piece of the map contains a labeled entry point to the "[[Dead Universe|DEAD UNIVERSE]]".

:His [[glass gas]] blaster was sold separately as part of the ''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (toyline)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'' [[Centurion droid#Toys|Deluxe Centurion Drone Weaponizer Pack]].

:In Japan, Cliffjumper was a [[TakaraTomy Mall]] exclusive.

:Cliffjumper was retooled with a new head into ''[[Generations Selects (toyline)|Generations Selects]]'' [[Hubcap (G1)#Generations Selects|Hubcap]] and [[Bug Bite (G1)#Generations Selects|Bug Bite]], ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)#Shattered Glass Collection|Shattered Glass Collection]]'' [[Goldbug (SG)#Shattered Glass Collection|Goldbug]], ''[[Buzzworthy Bumblebee]]'' [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#WorldsCollide|Bumblebee]], and more extensively retooled into ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron Trilogy|Bumblebee]], a reverse to the traditional norm.
{{WFCEarthriseCliffjumperMold}}
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===''Masterpiece''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliff''' (<s>2022?</s>)}}</ul>
:*''ID Number'': N/A
:*''Accessories'': N/A

: Pictures of stolen [[prototype|test shots]] of a ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' Cliffjumper were circulated on the standard outlets for such things in July 2021. The design was a [[retool]] of MP-45 [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|Bumble (Ver. 2.0)]]. In subsequent years there was no comment on such a toy from [[Hasbro]] or [[TakaraTomy]], nor did it appear on any retailer computer listings. It may be the case that, like the [[Unreleased toy|unreleased]] ''[[Transformers: Alternators|Alternators]]'' [[Jazz (G1)/toys#Notes|Jazz]], this Cliffjumper remains in limbo because [[Porsche]] denied the license at the time the prototype was produced.
{{canceledtoy}}
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===''Buzzworthy Bumblebee''===
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[[File:buzzworthycliffjumper.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Cloutworthy Cliffjumper.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliffjumper''' (Deluxe Class, [[2022]])}}</ul>
:*''Series'': '''''Studio Series'''''
:*''Movie'': ''The Transformers: The Movie''
:*''ID number'': '''86-13BB'''
:*''Accessories'': Three-piece blaster, 2 skis, car trunk, "[[Moonbase One]] Destruction" backdrop
{{toydesigner|[[Evan Brooks]] (Hasbro)|[[Mario Carreiro]], [[Christina Murphy]] and [[Amy Bence]] (packaging),<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/live/52ddGYMyvpE?si=7l7OP6YeEB9W82xR&t=9841 Transformers Panel] at [[Hasbro Pulse Con 2024]] with [[Ben MacCrae]], [[Evan Brooks]], [[Mark Maher]], [[Marcelo Matere]], and [[Nate Purswell]].</ref> [[Marcelo Matere]] (backdrop artist)}}

:Released in the ''[[Buzzworthy Bumblebee]]'' line as part of the ''[[Studio Series]]'' line up, Cliffjumper is a redeco of the ''Earthrise'' toy above, replacing the translucent windshield with light blue opaque plastic and giving him the [[show-accuracy|cartoon-accurate]] gray and black arms and legs. Unlike the original ''Earthrise'' figure Cliffjumper is (mostly) cast in his intended colors as opposed to being made of black plastic painted red, greatly reducing the risk of paint chipping and scratching the original suffered from (mind the forearms, though). He now also sports two Autobot [[insignia]]; one on his hood, the other on his roof. Both insignia use the Generation 1 design, rather than the live-action film design that the ''Earthrise'' toy had. Additionally, Cliffjumper's bazooka has been repainted into a metallic blue to [[:File:Cliffgun.JPG|emulate]] the original animation.

:Both [[:File:Early-Buzzworthy-Cliffjumper-deco.jpg|the early stock images]] used on retail websites and stock renders on the back of the box, show Cliffjumper's windows cast in transparent blue plastic.
{{WFCEarthriseCliffjumperMold}}
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===''Missing Link''===
[[File:TF-Missing-Link-C-04-Cliff.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The ''Masterpiece'' prototype dies so the ''Missing Link'' toy could walk.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliff''' ([[2024]])}}</ul>
:*''ID Number'': '''C-04'''
:*''Accessories'': Bazooka, Rifle
{{toydesigner|[[Hironori Kobayashi]] (TakaraTomy)<ref name=Gens24>[https://www.soundwavesoblivion.com/techspecs/interviewhironorikobayashi.html Interview] with [[Hironori Kobayashi]] on the ''[[Missing Link]]'' toyline for ''[[Transformers Generations 2024]]'' translated at Soundwaves Oblivion</ref>, [[Hidetsugu Yoshioka]] (packaging artist)}}

:Commemorating the 40th anniversary of ''The Transformers'' brand, ''[[Missing Link]]'' Cliff is a direct recreation of the original ''The Transformers'' figure. Like said original figure, Cliff re-uses the same basic transformation scheme as his wave-mate, ''Missing Link'' [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Missing Link|Bumble]], this time by way of being a direct retool of Bumble; per TakaraTomy's product description, Cliff uses roughly 80% new tooling to give Cliff his distinct "penny-racer" style Porsche 924 alt-mode. Like the rest of the ''Missing Link'' line, Cliff takes advantage of modern toy engineering advances to give his mechanics a notable overhaul, enabling ''much'' more [[articulation]] compared to the original, including shoulders, elbows, knees, "neck" rotation, outward leg motion, and an ankle tilt.

: Cliff also comes with two shiny metallic weapons: in addition to a [[Photon rifle]] ([[:File:Cliffjumper wielding photon rifle(G1).jpeg|being the weapon he held]] in [[Transport to Oblivion (episode)|Transport to Oblivion]], rather than simply reusing Bumble's pistol) he also has [[Cliffjumper's bazooka|a bazooka]], directly modeled after the one seen in "[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 1]]". Also packed in with Cliff are a collector's card and a sticker sheet, which lets you choose to display Cliff with either the standard Autobot insignia or the noticeably stretched version seen on his original package art. Like all other ''Missing Link'' releases, Cliff and all his pack-ins are neatly inserted in a polystyrene tray.

:''Missing Link'' Cliff was officially revealed in early May 2024, and shortly afterward went up for pre-order on Japanese retail sites for a November 2024 release.

: Unlike Bumble who is licensed, Cliff does not feature a Porsche logo on the back of the packaging.

:*[https://tf.takaratomy.co.jp/tf_missinglink/c-04 Official TakaraTomy website of ''Missing Link'' Cliff]

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[[File:TF-Missing-Link-C-09-Cliff-Anime-Color.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Not only I could walk, but I can see, too!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cybertron Hero Set''' ([[2025]])}}</ul>
:*''ID Number'': '''C-09'''
:*''Accessories'': Bazooka, Rifle
{{toydesigner|[[Hironori Kobayashi]] (TakaraTomy)}}

:''Missing Link'' "Cliff (Anime Type)" is a [[show-accuracy|cartoon-accurate]] redeco of the above figure, with blue eyes, gray limbs, and transparent blue windshields. He features a [[rubsign]] on the bottom of his right foot. Cliff comes with his rifle and bazooka, now light gray instead of chromed, and a collector card.

:Cliff (Anime Type) only comes in the "Cybertron Hero Set" alongside the similarly changed [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#MissingLinkHero|Bumble (Anime Type)]].
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==Merchandise==
===Happy Meal Toy===
[[File:Mcdonalds cliffjumper.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Cliffjumper''' (1985)

:Non-poseable, non-transforming figurines of Cliffjumper and three of his Mini-Vehicle chums (Bumblebee, [[Gears (G1)|Gears]] and Brawn) made up the very first line of Transformers [[List of Transformers restaurant promotions|Happy Meal toys]]. Alas, the figures did not see a full release, and were only test-marketed in St. Louis, Missouri. The two-tone figures were available in a variety of colour variations, with at least six different combinations for each of the four characters: in addition to his traditional red and black, Cliffjumper is known to have been available in green and black, blue and black, blue and red, black and red, and cyan and black.

::*''[http://tfwiki.net/~fortmax/artifacts/featuredart3.html More information on Happy Meal Cliffjumper at the TF Artifacts List]''
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===''Transformers Milk Caramel''===
[[File:Caramel cliffjumper.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Cliff''' (1985)

:A soft rubber figurine—known in Japan as a ''keshigomu''—of Cliffjumper was released as part of the first wave of [[Kabaya]]'s earliest [[candy toy]] line, ''[[Transformers Milk Caramel]]''. Based more on his toy than his animation model, Cliffjumper came packaged with chocolate-covered caramel candies, and was available in various colours, including white, blue, sky blue, yellow, green, and orange.

===''Transformers Choco''===
*'''Cliff''' (1985)

:A small solid-color, transforming snap-together model kit of Cliffjumper was released as part of Kabaya's ''[[Transformers Choco]]'' line of candy toys.
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===Estrela===
[[File:Carrera-JogoDosTransformers.jpg|thumb|250px]]
*'''Jogo dos Transformers''' (1985)
:A tiny generic red car representing "Carrera" (Cliffjumper per his original toy name in Brazil) was included as a pawn in [[Estrela]]'s ''[[Jogo dos Transformers]]'' board game. He is not directly named, simply being called the "carrinho vermelho" (little red car) in the game's instructions, but his identity is revealed as a pair of cards featuring art of his original toy in vehicle mode are also included. He comes with a small sticker that's placed on the bottom of the car representing his robot mode, thus allowing him to roughly "transform" by being placed vertically - a little bit like what [[Robot Powered Machines]] would do about a pair of decades later.

:This same car was recolored to represent [[Bumblebee (G1)/merchandise#Estrela|Volks (AKA Bumblebee)]], [[Windcharger_(G1)#Estrela|Camaro (AKA Windcharger)]], and [[Sedan (Robocar)|Sedan]] in the same board game.
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===Decoy===
[[File:Decoy cliffjumper.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Cybertron Hero Collection 9''' (multi-pack, 1986)
*'''Defeat Dinosaurer Strategy Game''' (board game, 1986)

:Cliffjumper was among the many characters rendered by [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] as part of their series of 1.5" ''keshigomu'' figurines. Like all the Autobots in the series, Cliffjumper was molded in soft red rubber, and featured a number sculpted into his back that was the sum total of his [[Tech Spec]]s, for use in the various games that could be played with the figurines. Cliffjumper was available as part of a 9-piece box set of Autobot figures, as a playing piece in the Defeat Dinosauruer Strategy Game and later, in a peach coloration randomly packed as part of various other box sets.

*'''Cliffjumper''' (1987)
**''Decoy number:'' '''28'''

:The Cliffjumper figurine was later brought over to [[Hasbro]] markets as part of the [[Decoy]] promotion, largely identical to the Japanese release except for the fact that the number on his back was replaced with a simple "checklist" number (28, in Cliffjumper's case). Like all Autobot Decoys, he was a randomly-chosen pack-in available with the carded [[Throttlebot]]s, [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]], [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]], and [[Technobot (G1)|Technobots]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1986/Autobot/Decoys/Cliffjumper/cliffjumper.htm More information on Decoy Cliffjumper at TFU.info]''
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===''Titanium Series''===
[[File:Titanium-toy RMCliffjumper.JPG|thumb|Dead Red.]]
*'''Cliffjumper''' (Robot Master, 2006)
**''Accessories:'' Gun, display stand

:''[[Titanium Series]]'' Cliffjumper was to be a redeco of "Robot Masters" Bumblebee, a 3-inch mostly-die-cast-metal statue. He would have had joints at the waist, neck, and shoulders, plus a removable pistol and an Autobot-sigil display stand. Due to the cancelation of the ''Titanium'' line, this product never saw release.
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===''Robot Heroes''===
[[File:Robot Hero Cliffjumper.jpg|thumb|Cutest bloodthirsty traitor-tracker EVER.]]
*'''Decepticon Sneak Attack''' (Multi-pack, 2007)

:Cliffjumper is a red, gray and black redeco of the ''[[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'' [[Bumblebee (G1)/merchandise#Robot Heroes|Bumblebee]] figure, with swivel articulation at the neck and shoulders.

: He was initially only available in the [[Walmart]]-[[exclusive]] "Decepticon Sneak Attack" five-pack, along with "Supermetal" versions of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#RH5pack|Optimus Prime]] and [[Megatron (G1)/merchandise#RH5pack|Megatron]], [[Mirage (G1)/toys#RH5pack|Hologram Mirage]], and [[Skywarp (G1)/toys#Robot Heroes|Skywarp]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/RHWMCliffjumper/cliffjumper.htm More information on Robot Heroes Cliffjumper at TFU.info]''

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*'''Cliffjumper''' (Single-pack, 2008)

: In some countries outside of North America, Cliffjumper was released individually in a blindpack with no notable changes.
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===Mini-Bust===
[[File:Cliffjumper statue.jpg|thumb|War...It's FAN-tastic!]]
* '''Cliffjumper Mini Bust''' (Diamond Select, 2008)

:Released by [[Diamond Select Toys]] in 2008, Cliffjumper was sculpted by Mark Wong of Art Asylum and limited to 1,000 pieces. The sculpt features Cliffjumper holding the gun he was seen using in "[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 1]]". However, this version omits the stabilizing struts that were present in the episode. This bust is also notable for being the first new mold G1 Cliffjumper has received since his Decoy in 1987, a period of over twenty years!
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===''The Loyal Subjects''===
*'''Cliffjumper''' (2013)
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===''Tiny Titans''===
[[File:Tiny titans cliff.jpg|thumb|Shouldn't have missed you mean!!]]
*'''Cliffjumper''' (Tiny Titans, 2015)
**''Series'': '''1'''
**''Number'': '''12/12'''

:Part of the initial assortment of ''[[Tiny Titans]]'' [[blindpacking|blindpacks]], this version of Cliffjumper is a very small, minimally-painted soft-plastic figure of him aiming a ridiculously large blaster, calling back to the scene from "[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 1]]".

: He includes a collectible card that, interestingly, renders him in the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 franchise)|2015 ''Robots in Disguise'']] styling. The card includes a scan-badge for the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (mobile game)|''Robots in Disguise'' mobile game]], which unlocks a random amount of Energon "currency" and a randomized bonus power-up item.
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===''Transformers Trading Card Game''===
[[File:SDCC2018Cliffjumper.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Cliffjumper, Renegade Warrior''' (2018)
**'''Wave 1C: Convention Pack 2018'''
**''Rarity: '''''SRT'''
**''Card Number: '''''T01/T02'''
**''Stars: ''8
:Cliffjumper, Renegade Warrior was one of the preview cards for the Transformers Trading Card Game and was available alongside [[Slipstream (G1)|Slipstream]], Strategic Seeker, as well as the battle cards All-Out Attack and Tandem Targeting System in an exclusive pack available initially at SDCC 2018, and later briefly on Hasbro Toy Shop.

:The artwork on the card is reused from the [[Transformers Legends (mobile game)|Transformers Legends]] mobile card game

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[[File:EECliffjumper.jpg|thumb|upright=0.6]]
*'''Cliffjumper, Renegade Warrior''' (2019)
**'''Wave 1: Energon Edition'''
**''Rarity: '''''SRT'''
**''Card Number: '''''T02/T06'''
**''Stars: ''8
Released as part of the TCG's Wave 1: Energon Edition, this card is a reprint of the Convention Pack 2018 Cliffjumper, Renegade Warrior. Printed on semi-transparent plastic instead of a normal Character Card, this version features new art by [[Dan Khanna]].
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===Jada Toys===
[[File:JadaNanoMetalfigsG1-18pack.jpg|upright=1.44|thumb|If only [[Mirage (G1)|Mirage]] was included, Cliff's pose would actually have some meaning.]]
*'''Transformers Series 1 18-pack''' (4cm Die Cast Figure Multipack, 2022)
:Released by [[Jada Toys]], ''Nano Metalfigs'' Series 1 Cliffjumper is an incredibly small die-cast figurine molded doing an action pose. He has a little base attached to his feet for balancing reasons.

:He comes in an impressive multipack with [[Jada Toys#Nano Metalfigs|seventeen other figurines]]. This mold was later redecoed as Series 2 [[Bumblebee (G1)/merchandise#NanoMetalfigs2|Bumblebee]].
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===Threezero===
[[File:Threezero-MDLX-Cliffjumper.jpg|thumb|upright|[[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#The_Transformers|Red Bumblebee's]] [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#MP21R|dynasty]] grows by one.]]
*'''Cliffjumper''' (MDLX, 2023)
**''Known designers:'' Kelvin Sau
**''Accessories:'' one "Laser Blaster", one alternate masked head, three pairs of hands (relaxed, closed, posed)
:A new-head retool of [[Threezero]]'s [[Bumblebee (G1)/merchandise#Threezero|MDLX Bumblebee]], Cliffjumper is an original design taking inspiration from the original cartoon but with the aesthetics in the vein of the live-action movies. Cliffjumper is a smaller scaled non-transforming action figure in the vein of contemporary collector-oriented lines like ''Figma'' and ''S.H. Figuarts''. Like those lines, the figure is extremely well-articulated and detailed, features interchangeable hands and heads, with the alternate visored face specifically resembling Bumblebee's G1 toy. The three pairs of hands he comes with are relaxed splayed-open hands, closed fists, and posed hands meant to hold his included Laser Blaster (which in turn is based on Bumblebee's pistol used in the cartoon). His back tire is also removable.

:While stock photos (at right) show him with the standard Autobot insignia, the final product uses the movie variant instead.

:In the Unites States, he is a ''PX Previews'' exclusive.

::*''[https://www.threezerohk.com/product/transformersmdlx-cliffjumper/ More information on MDLX Cliffjumper at Threezero]''
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===Mochibots Transformers Plush===
[[File:Cliffmochibots.jpg|thumb|thumbright=1.2|This water bottle has to be some kinda traitor. I'm positive!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Mochibots "Transformers" Plush Cliff''' (2023)}}</ul>
:Created under the line of small, cuddly little 'bots, [[Mochibots Transformers Plush|Mochibots]] Cliff is a 5.5 Inch tall, stylized version of the character, featuring rounded shapes and chubbier proportions to make a stuffed representation of Cliffjumper's Sunbow Cartoon Animation model, complete with a circle on the back representing his spare tire. Every detail is made via sewn-on detail, which provides added texture to the finished product, though, as a result, the Autobot insignia seems to be squinting. Cliff's eyes and window detailing are made from a special, sparkly fabric which shimmers a little under light.

:Cliffjumper was released as part of the first wave of Mochibots plush toys, alongside Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, and Shattered Glass Optimus Prime in 2023. This line was exclusive to China and Japan, with almost all of them being locked to Asia via [[amiami|amiami's]] storefront.

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===Blokees===
{{anchor|Galaxy Version}}
[[File:Blokees-TF-GV-02-Cliffjumper.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliffjumper''' (Galaxy Version, 2023)}}</ul>
:*''Series:'' '''Galaxy Version 02 - SOS'''
:*''Accessories:'' Spare balljoint piece, figure stand, 2 open hands, pistol, Energon cube, holdable Autobot and Decepticon insignias

:Released in the second wave of ''Galaxy Version'' line of blind boxes, [[Blokees]] Cliffjumper is a roughly 4-inch tall, highly-articulated, and non-transforming snap-on model kit of the Autobot scout. He is built on a "Standard Body" skeleton shared with other Blokees figures in the line, but with different body pieces to make them distinct. As advertised in the box, Cliffjumper has a pull rate of 1 in every 9 boxes, or three times across four cases.

:Cliffjumper comes with a pair of closed and open hands, an Autobot pistol, a translucent Energon Cube, and a pair of Autobot/Decepticon insignias that can be plugged onto either of the peg holes. The barrel of the pistol is compatible with the blast effects included with other Galaxy Version kits. Cliffjumper also comes with a stand with four studs on top, which he can be plugged into and connected to similar stands.

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[[File:Blokees-TF-SV-01-Cliffjumper.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliffjumper''' (Shining Version, 2024)}}</ul>
:*''Series:'' '''Shining Version 01 - Shining Roll Out'''
:*''Accessories:'' Spare balljoint piece, figure stand, 2 pairs of hands (fists/weapon-holding, open-palm), Bazooka, Blast effect, Energon Cube, holdable Autobot and Decepticon insignias

:Released in the first wave of Blokees' ''Shining Version'' line, this version of the ''Galaxy Version'' Cliffjumper kit now features painted translucent eye and chest parts, and a torso frame that lights up upon shaking (or at least just lightly tap some areas on the torso), causing the eyes and the chest window to glow for a limited time. Cliffjumper comes with a bazooka (complete with blast effect) instead of a pistol, a single Energon Cube decoed in purple, and a new, larger figure stand.
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===Kotobukiya Bishoujo Series===
[[File:Bishoujo Cliffjumper.jpg|thumb|"It doesn't matter what your name is!"]]
*'''Bishoujo Series Transformers Cliffjumper''' (July 2024)
**''Known designers:'' [[Shunya Yamashita]] (artist)

:''[[Kotobukiya]] [[Bishoujo Series]]'' Cliffjumper is a repaint and retool of [[Bumblebee (G1)/merchandise#Kotobukiya Bishoujo Series|Bumblebee]] from the same line of PVC figures. Beyond just swapping out Bumblebee's various yellows for Cliffjumper's usual reds, the statue has a new face and the right arm is posed in a flex rather than at her side like the previous figure.

:Like Bumblebee, Cliffjumper is attached to a red display base designed after the Autobot insignia.

:The figure was a limited release, only available via Kotobukiya's website and at specific events, such as the 2024 Anime Expo convention.

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===Auldey===
[[File:Auldey-TF-AAE-Cliffjumper.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Gonna crash and ragdoll Kickback unnoticed in his car mode.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Kickback + Cliffjumper''' (Alpha Action Elite, 2024)}}</ul>
:*''Series:'' '''Defend Iacon!'''
:*''ID Number'': '''AAE-005'''
:*''Accessories:'' 2 pairs of hands (1 pair for each), Kickback's blaster, Cliffjumper's Bazooka, Laserbeak, accessories Energon Cube
{{toydesigner|[[Lam Ahtek]]}}

:Sold as part of [[Auldey]]'s "Alpha Action Elite (AAE)" series of blindboxes, this Cliffjumper is a roughly 2-inch non-transforming but highly articulated action figure. Aside from the extra pairs of open-palm hands, Cliffjumper comes with his signature Bazooka and a back tire piece that the buyer must assemble.

:Cliffjumper is released as a 2-pack with [[Kickback_(G1)#Auldey|Kickback]] and [[Laserbeak_(G1)/toys#Auldey|Laserbeak]], while coming with his trading card. As advertised in the box, the lineup had a 12/72 probability of getting the 2-pack.

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===Yolopark===
[[File:Yolopark-AMK-Mini-Wave-2-Cliffjumper.jpg|thumb|250px|Who you're calling Ladybug?]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Cliffjumper''' (2025)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': 2 additional pairs of hands (Splayed, Pointing), Bazooka

:Sold as part of the second wave of [[Yolopark]]'s ''AMK (Advanced Model Kit) Mini'' line, this kit of Cliffjumper is, despite sharing appearances with the previous line's Bumblebee, an entirely new tooling. He can only be completed by snapping the pre-painted pieces together. Aside from an extra pair of splayed open hand parts, Cliffjumper comes with his signature Bazooka. As with the rest of the kits starting from this wave, he also features a small amount of new articulation points, particularly the double-sided ball-and-socket joint at the waist.

:Cliffjumper is sold as either an individually marked single or a blind box figure. The latter lineup had a 19/120 probability of getting him.

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==Notes==
[[File:MicroChangePorsche.jpg|thumb|upright=1.2]]
*The ''[[Microman]]'' ''[[Micro Change]]'' toy that would become Cliffjumper was also available in light blue. To date, this deco has never been used in ''Transformers'' outside of Mexico.
*Though often a straight redeco of Bumblebee in non-Japanese countries, there has yet to be a Cliffjumper produced by TakaraTomy that is a straight redeco of the same line's Bumblebee.
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==References==
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[[Category:Alternators]]
[[Category:Alternity Autobots]]
[[Category:Bot Shots Autobots]]
[[Category:Classics Autobots]]
[[Category:Construct-Bots Autobots]]
[[Category:Decoys]]
[[Category:Generation 1 toy Autobots]]
[[Category:Generations]]
[[Category:Henkei! Henkei! Autobots]]
[[Category:Hero Mashers Autobots]]
[[Category:Kre-O Autobots]]
[[Category:Kreons]]
[[Category:Mini Vehicles]]
[[Category:Missing Link]]
[[Category:Q-Transformers characters]]
[[Category:Robot Heroes]]
[[Category:Studio Series Autobots]]
[[Category:TakaraTomy Mall exclusives]]
[[Category:Target exclusives]]
[[Category:Titanium Series]]
[[Category:United Autobots]]
[[Category:War for Cybertron: Earthrise Autobots]]

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2026-02-25T06:38:27Z

Boingus:

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The Hasbro ''Alterators'' Rumble toy. 
Photos by [[User:M Sipher|M Sipher]].

[[Category: Alternators toy images]]

Quickstrike (BW)

2026-02-06T09:54:02Z

Boingus: /* Age of the Primes */

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{{disambig3|Quickstrike}}

:''Quickstrike is a [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] from the [[Beast Wars: Transformers (franchise)|Beast Wars]] portion of the [[Generation 1 continuity family|Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''

[[File:BW-Quickstrike-render.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|NOBODY TOUCHES PETE'S PIECE!!!]]

'''Quickstrike''' is a violent, trigger-happy desperado who rarely thinks beyond the next "keister he's gonna kick." This simple-minded lust for beating others up seems to be his overriding personality trait. While this makes him easy to manipulate, which [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]] finds extremely useful, the problem he has found is that Quickstrike is ''so'' easy to manipulate that Megatron's not the only one doing so! Both [[Tarantulas (BW)|Tarantulas]] and [[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackarachnia]] have their hooks in him in some form or another, leading Megatron to consider controlling the vicious little bugger through the good old-fashioned method: fear of death. Quickstrike may be stupidly brave most of the time, but only to a point.

{{bigquote|Well, howdy! Don't bother gettin' up, I'll just kick you while you're down!|Quickstrike|"[[Code of Hero]]"}}

==Fiction==
===Cartoon continuity===
====''Beast Wars'' cartoon====
{{voiceactor|[[Colin Murdoch]] (English), [[Nobuo Tobita]] (Japanese)|[[Yao Jude]] (Chinese), [[Mikhail Tihonov]] (Russian, 2nd dub), [[Fabio Tomasini]] (Portuguese) [[Gianluca Iacono]] (Italian), [[Jorge Ornelas]] (Latin American Spanish), [[Pascal Renwick]] (French)}}
[[File:Coming of the Fuzors 1 Quickstrike intro.jpg|thumb|left|Say howdy to mah head!]]
Quickstrike was originally one of the [[Maximal]] [[protoform]]s stored aboard the ''Axalon'', prior to it crashlanding on prehistoric [[Earth]]. When the [[Planet Buster]] exploded, his [[stasis pod]] was knocked out of orbit and crashed in [[Delta Quadrant]], an unstable region. His malfunctioning [[DNA scanner]] gave Quickstrike a dual scorpion/snake [[beast mode]], however when he was awakened, he had no knowledge of his identity as a Maximal. His first action was to engage his fellow [[Fuzor]] [[Silverbolt (Fuzor)|Silverbolt]] in a sparring match. His aggressive nature made him an easy convert to the Predacon cause for [[Megatron (BW)/Beast Wars cartoon continuity|Megatron]], and he was soon happily attacking the Maximals. {{storylink|Coming of the Fuzors (Part 1)}} He took part in the defeat of the Maximals, but only until [[Optimus Primal (BW)/Beast Wars cartoon continuity|Optimus Primal]] was resurrected as a [[Transmetal]]. During the fight against the Maximal leader, he was slagged by one of [[Inferno (BW)|Inferno]]'s errant missiles. {{storylink|Coming of the Fuzors (Part 2)}}

[[File:TangledWeb-Quickstrikeface.jpg|thumb|"'Both spiders found Quickstrike to be ludicrously easy to manipulate'... Ah don't ''like'' you wiki writers no more."]]
A short time later, Quickstrike was sent with [[Tarantulas (BW)|Tarantulas]] and [[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackarachnia]] on a mission to build a refueling station at a cave full of energon. Both spiders found Quickstrike to be ludicrously easy to manipulate, as all he was really interested in was a good fight, and possibly relations with Blackarachnia. Quickstrike was overjoyed when [[Rattrap (BW)|Rattrap]] and Silverbolt turned up and threw himself into the battle with his usual gusto. When the cave they'd been sent to build at was apparently destroyed, he only retreated after a lengthy parting shot. {{storylink|Tangled Web}} Taking part in an ambush, Quickstrike got the drop on Rattrap, but Rattrap was able to out-draw him and blasted him off a cliff. Quickstrike survived, and when [[Dinobot (BW)|Dinobot]] attempted to change sides, was only too happy to face the much-larger Maximal in one-on-one combat. Though he was defeated, Dinobot refused to terminate him, claiming he'd make a good soldier with some training. {{storylink|Maximal, No More}}

Quickstrike and [[Waspinator (BW)|Waspinator]] attempted unsuccessfully to defend a jamming tower against Dinobot and Rattrap. Once they reported back to Megatron, they and the other Predacons proceeded to an alien site which had been discovered in the meantime, and set up a [[refractive web]]. They were unprepared when an [[Metal Hunter|alien construct]] appeared and blasted them all. {{storylink|Other Visits (Part 1)}} Quickstrike, due to some Transmetal-like quality of his form, recovered quickly from the blast, and ventured into the construct with Megatron and Tarantulas. Megatron soon used him as a guinea pig to see if the construct's defences would respond to them — luckily for Quickstrike, they didn't. After Megatron had taken control of the ship, Quickstrike and the other Predacons defended it against a Maximal attack. {{storylink|Other Visits (Part 2)}}

[[File:CodeofHero Quickstrike.jpg|thumb|left|"Awww, this happens every time Ah try to do a barbeque..."]]
While Blackarachnia and Silverbolt were traipsing around the jungle together, Megatron, Quickstrike and Inferno spied on them using a bugging device planted earlier. {{storylink|Bad Spark}} Perhaps uncharacteristically, while the other Predacons were torching a valley full of [[anthropoid]]s, Quickstrike hung back with Megatron. Once Dinobot had exhausted most of his power defeating the others, Quickstrike leaped into battle, believing Dinobot to be less of a warrior without his weapons. Dinobot responded by physically beating the Predacon and slamming him head-first into the ground. {{storylink|Code of Hero}}

[[File:Agenda3-QuickstrikeonRampage.jpg|thumb|And the lady shall ride a tiger! Wait, no.]]

Quickstrike took part in a desperate attack on the ''Axalon'' when it seemed as though the Maximals would be receiving help from Cybertron. As it turned out they did, and the Predacons were repelled by [[Ravage (G1)|Ravage]]'s [[transwarp cruiser]]. {{storylink|The Agenda (Part 1)}} Once Megatron had convinced Ravage to switch sides, the Predacons mounted another attack on the ''Axalon''. Quickstrike rode triumphantly atop [[Rampage (BW)|Rampage]]'s tank mode... only to be blasted off by Cheetor and subsequently run over by his comrade. {{storylink|The Agenda (Part III)}} Quickstrike worked to reassemble himself as Megatron called on the Predacons to get themselves ready for battle. Apparently he wasn't finished in time to take part in the subsequent destruction of the ''Axalon''. {{storylink|Optimal Situation}}

After Rampage disappeared while on a mission, Megatron sent Quickstrike to look for him. Quickstrike soon found the crab at the mercy of [[Depth Charge (BW)|Depth Charge]], and was only too happy to lend a hand by shooting the Maximal newcomer. Sadly he didn't have long to celebrate his victory before a cluster of missiles fired by Primal blew him away. {{storylink|Deep Metal}} When the Maximals attempted to salvage [[Sentinel (BW)|Sentinel]] from the wreck of the ''Axalon'', Quickstrike helped Waspinator by taking on Rattrap and Silverbolt, while his fellow Predacon headed for home with the computer module. He headed over to finish off the unconscious Silverbolt... only to be flattened when Rampage fell on him. {{storylink|Changing of the Guard}}

[[File:CuttingEdge-Quickstrikeyoumaylead.jpg|thumb|left|I never thought the FaceEatingacons would eat MY face.]]

While the bulk of the Maximal forces were distracted by Megatron's [[Cyber-Raptor]]s out in the field, Quickstrike accompanied the Predacon leader in an assault against the Maximals' home base. He was given lead position as they entered the base, arising jealousy from Inferno. The reason as to why Quickstrike was allowed to go first became clear moments later as Quickstrike was taken out by a sequence of booby traps. {{storylink|Cutting Edge}}

Attempting to find out what had happened to the [[Transmetal driver]], the Predacons interrogated Depth Charge, only to be attacked by a strange feral cat creature. After promising to make the creature into a ghost, Quickstrike chased it behind a rock. His snake head came back minus the rest of him. {{storylink|Feral Scream Part 1}} During the construction of the [[disruptor cannon]], Quickstrike was the only one <s>foolish</s> brave enough to be welding ''inside'' the weapon barrel when Inferno plugged it in, and was knocked off his perch by the energy surge. Once they got the cannon working, Quickstrike's prognosis of "lookin' good!" proved premature, as it exploded in their faces. {{storylink|Go with the Flow}} Quickstrike and the other Predacons attempted to disrupt the power in the Maximal base during an attempt by the Maximals to remove Blackarachnia's Predacon [[shell program]]. He was swiftly dispatched by Cheetor. {{storylink|Crossing the Rubicon}}

[[File:MasterBlaster Quickstrike in Optimus suit.jpg|thumb|Check out mah fancy duds!]]
Using one of Tarantulas's devices, Optimus Primal was able to be controlled using an exo-suit manipulated by Quickstrike. The Fuzor was able to rapidly disable the other Maximals, allowing the Predacons to take control of the Maximal base. Using the [[Teletraan I]] control codes stored in Primal, Quickstrike and Megatron gained entry to the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]], within which lay the body of the original [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]. Megatron took his predecessor's spark into himself and, while he was weakened from the struggle of doing so, Quickstrike revealed it was a double-cross. On Tarantulas's orders, Quickstrike used Primal to seize the Predacon leader and throw him into the lava outside the Ark. Unfortunately for both the arachnids, Megatron lived, upgraded into a new form. Quickstrike was defeated by Blackarachnia, losing his link with Primal. {{storylink|Master Blaster}}

[[File:OtherVictories-DinobotRampagetrial.jpg|left|thumb|I have nothing BUT contempt for this court! And your wig!]]

Furious, Megatron held a trial for Quickstrike, however it was interrupted by an unexpected incursion — the [[Vok]] emissary [[Tigerhawk]] destroyed the ''[[Darksyde (BW)|Darksyde]]''. Quickstrike was literally blown away along with his Predacon comrades, leaving Megatron the only one standing to face Tigerhawk. {{storylink|Other Victories}} In the aftermath, Inferno, Quickstrike and Waspinator were sent by Megatron to find a new base. They decided on attacking an anthropoid colony, though Waspinator refused and was slagged by the other two. Quickstrike and Inferno charged, only to meet with heavy resistance from the natives. {{storylink|Nemesis Part 1}} They finally got the early humans on the run, and were overjoyed to see the [[Nemesis (G1)|Nemesis]] appear overhead... until the main [[fusion cannon]] fired on the site, killing them both. Among the parts of him salvaged by the early humans were his cobra tail, used as a trumpet, his claws used as a spit, and his faceplate, used as a mask. {{storylink|Nemesis Part 2}}

====3H comics====
After Megatron gained his dragon body, a temporal distortion drew the attention of both the Maximals and Predacons to a remote canyon, where Quickstrike and his fellow Predacons met their foes. The Maximals were losing, having been fought into a corner, when suddenly the battle was interrupted. The [[Dark Essence]], the source of the temporal distortion, had possessed the newcomer [[Windrazor (BW)|Windrazor]] with the life force of [[Unicron]]. Quickstrike and the others were immobilized by Windrazor/Unicron's psionic force blasts, and the merged creature advanced on the Maximals. {{storylink|Paradox}}

====''Transformers Legends'' anthology====
While waiting for his trial for betraying Megatron, Quickstrike was approached by his leader (who'd seemingly taken to talking to himself of late) and given a new mission. He flew over Maximal territory on a small glider, dropping off a small device into the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]] before retiring to a safe position to observe. The device soon caused the Maximals to be at each other's throats, a fact he gleefully reported to Megatron. As his leader proceeded with the rest of the plan, Quickstrike relaxed in the sun, and was subsequently unprepared when the Maximals, having overcome the effects of the device, pounced on him. {{storylink|A Meeting of Minds}}

====2006 IDW ''Beast Wars'' continuity====
[[File:BWGatherQuickstrike.jpg|thumb]]
As [[Magmatron]] surveyed the timestream, he witnessed several key moments during the Beast Wars. Among these moments was Quickstrike and Silverbolt's initial initiation into the Predacon ranks. {{storylink|The Gathering issue 1|The Gathering #1}}

Hearing a commotion at some point after the Predacons acquired Sentinel, a distressed Inferno rushed to where he last left Megatron, bringing Quickstrike in tow. Both were surprised to see that Megatron had completely vanished. In reality, their leader had been chronologically displaced by Magmatron and his lackeys. {{storylink|The Gathering issue 3|The Gathering #3}}

====Waspscream continuity====
In [[Primax 208.06 Zeta]], Quickstrike joined the hybrid [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]]-[[Waspinator (BW)|Waspinator]] entity's successful coup against Megatron. Waspscream later released [[Rampage (BW)|Protoform X]] from containment to force Protoform X into his service, but not before Protoform X offlined Quickstrike. {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime#Facebook|Ask Vector Prime, 2015/08/16}}
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===''Beast Wars Metals'' comic===
[[File:QuickstrikeMetalsManga01.jpg|upright=0.85|thumb|left|He's a tall drink a' water, ain't he?]]

Following the [[Quantum surge]], the [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] Quickstrike was upgraded into a [[Transmetal]]. Combining the mutated blood in his body with [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]]'s warrior drones, Quickstrike fashioned himself the [[Scorpion Corps]] and [[Cobra Corps]]. With his new army, he proceeded to attack the weakened Maximal base, gradually depleting [[Sentinel (BW)|Sentinel's]] defenses. When the Maximals were forced to shut Sentinel down to let [[Airazor (BW)|Airazor]] in, Quickstrike's attacks really began to take a toll. Seeing an opening, [[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackarachnia]] entered the base and confronted the Maximals inside.

After she had finished, she left the base just as Quickstrike's forces caused it to collapse completely. Angry at her "interference", Quickstrike began to berate her. Not in the mood, Blackarachnia proceeded to kick Quickstrike's head clean off. Weeping, Quickstrike's noggin sat helplessly on the ground as his decapitated body scrambled around blindly. {{storylink|Beast Wars Metals issue 1|Beast Wars Metals #1}}

Quickstrike recovered, but was promptly killed alongside his troopers by [[Jaguar]]. {{storylink|Beast Wars Metals issue 3|Beast Wars Metals #3}} When Megatron freed the sparks eaten by Rampage, however, the released energies revived Quickstrike as a mindless zombie. He attacked Optimus Primal along with several other zombies, but was ultimately destroyed for good by Primal's rocket-fists. {{storylink|Beast Wars Metals issue 5|Beast Wars Metals #5}}

===Legends World===
Quickstrike arrived at Tera-Kura Co. for a job interview with Megatron but was taken aback when Megatron asked no questions but instead produced an hourglass and demands that he "appeal to me" (Megatron had recently watched [[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|the third movie]]). {{storylink|Legends Vol. 16#The Results of Mega-chan's Studies|The Results of Mega-chan's Studies}} He made the cut, as he was later among Megatron's employees. {{storylink|Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol. 63|Bonus Edition Vol. 63}}

After the [[Legends World]] was restored, Quickstrike watched on as [[T-AI|Ai]] attempted to arrest [[Tarantulas (BW)|Tarantulas]] in [[Tera-Kura Co.]] {{Storylink|Transformers Legends Final Chapter "Epiloge"|Epiloge}}
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===''Beast Wars: Uprising''===
Quickstrike participated in Battle MCMXXIII of the [[Games (competition)|Games]], a three-day long struggle that culminated in a stand-off between him and [[Stinkbomb]]. After a heated hand-to-hand battle between the two, Stinkbomb's chemical gun failed him, giving Quickstrike the opening he needed to fire his tail weapon and kill his opponent, winning the game for the Predacons. {{storylink|Broken Windshields}}

===''My Little Pony/Transformers''===
[[File:MLPTFII-2B-QuickstrikeKO.jpg|thumb]]
Under the control of [[King Sombra]], Quickstrike attempted to interrupt a duel between [[Applejack]] and [[Wildwheel (G1)|Wildwheel]] in the [[Rust Sea|Sea of Rust]], only for the two to knock him out cold before he could make a move. {{storylink|One-Trick Pony}}
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==Games==
===''Transformers: Beast Wars Transmetals'' (PS)===
{{voiceactor|[[Ian James Corlett]] (English), [[Nobuo Tobita]] (Japanese)}}

====Maximal story====
Quickstrike joined the other Predacons in an assault on the ''Axalon''. Unfortunately for them, Optimus Primal and his team fought back, beating the Predacons all the way back to the ''Darkside''. By the time it was all over, Quickstrike was left dazed on the ground, unsure of what had just happened. {{storylink|Transformers: Beast Wars Transmetals (PS)}}

====Predacon story====
Quickstrike was all too eager to kick some keister as Megatron announced his newest plan. When the Maximals took the bait and approached the ''Darkside'', Quickstrike joined a team of Predacons in beating them back, chasing them back to the ''Axalon''. On the ship's bridge, with the Maximals all but defeated, Quickstrike and the others prepared to finish them. However, Rhinox arrived at that moment and activated Sentinel's auto-guns, forcing the Preds to make a hasty retreat. {{storylink|Transformers: Beast Wars Transmetals (PS)}}

====Move list====
{| class="wikitable"
!colspan=2|'''Robot Mode'''
!colspan=2|'''Beast Mode'''
|-
|Special attack||Poison Strike
|Special attack||Poison Mist
|-
|Super attack||Quick-draw Venom Shot
|Super attack||Venom Bite
|}

===3D Battle Card Game===
Quickstrike fights under the command of [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]] once more, this time with several allies from (potentially) different universes and/or timelines. He now possesses a new body; although his [[beast mode]] is an approximation of his original form, his transformation scheme and [[robot mode]] are distinctively different. {{storylink|3D Battle-Card Game#Energon Wars expansion|Energon Wars Expansion Set}}

===''Transformers: Battle Tactics''===
[[File:Battle-Tactics-Quickstrike-Fuzor.jpg|thumb]]
Quickstrike Fuzor participated in battles against a variety of opponents, both Autobots and Decepticons. Sometimes there were many of him! He was a Super Rare character available as a reward for the "Transmetals Episode 3" event. {{storylink|Transformers: Battle Tactics}}

===''Transformers Roleplaying Game''===
Damage to Quickstrike's stasis pod resulted in the creation of a violent, highly aggressive Cybertronian with few compunctions. It didn't take long before Quickstrike fell in with Megatron's forces without even having to install the customary [[shell program]] that would turn him into a loyal Predacon.

In an alternate universe, Megatron tested the [[Transmetal driver|Transmetal Driver]] on Quickstrike before creating [[Dinobot II]]. With his newfound strength and intelligence, Quickstrike trained a horse named [[Fang (RPG)|Fang]] and adopted it as his new steed. {{storylink|Technorganic Secrets}}

==Toys==
===''Beast Wars''===
[[File:BW-toy Quickstrike.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Space ship of death hole snake]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-p1|'''Quickstrike''' (Basic Fuzor, 1998)}}</ul>
:*''Takara name:'' '''Quickstrike''' (クイックストライク)
:*''Takara ID number'': '''D-45'''
:*''Release date'': September ??, [[1999]]
{{toydesigner|[[Masakatsu Saito]] (concept artist)}}

: Part of the first wave of third-year ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Wars]]'' Basics, [[Fuzor]] Quickstrike transforms into a scorpion with a cobra as its tail. The cobra head has a soft-plastic bladder than can be used to store and [[Water-squirting gimmick|squirt water]]. Most of its orange parts are translucent plastic, and make extensive use of [[ball joint]]s, particularly in its tail. While this provides excellent articulation, care should be taken as the joints loosen rather quickly with play.

: [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s version of the toy, released in September 1999 as part of the first wave of ''Metals'' toys, has extra blue paint applications on its face and red paint for its eyes. Its scorpion legs are cast in a darker orange color.

:The Hasbro version of Quickstrike, in Hasbro packaging with a large Japanese-language sticker on the back, was available in Japan long before the ''Metals'' release as a prize at KFC restaurants in December 1998 as part of a promotion for the ''[[Beast Wars Special Super Lifeform Transformers]]'' movie. Kids' meals came with a special token used to activate a "gacha" capsule machine in the restaurants; among a number of ''Beast Wars'' themed goods was a special capsule that won the contestant a Hasbro Quickstrike.<ref>[http://standfactory555.blog41.fc2.com/blog-entry-435.html http://standfactory555.blog41.fc2.com/blog-entry-435.html]</ref>

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1998/Predacon/Quickstrike/quickstrike.htm More information on Quickstrike at TFU.info]''

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-m1p1|'''Kagerō no Taiketsu: Metals Airazor vs Quickstrike''' (Multi-pack, 1999)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''VS-45'''
:*''Release date'': September ??, 1999

: The Takara ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#BWM|Metals]]'' release of Quickstrike was available both individually or packaged in the "Heatwave Showdown" set (陽炎の対決メタルスエアラザーVSクイックストライク) with [[Transmetal|Metals]] [[Airazor (BW)#TM1|Airazor]].

: Both toys are original to their individual (Japanese) releases.
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===''Age of the Primes''===
[[File:AOTP-Quickstrike.jpg|thumb|upright=1.6|Round em up, get on back!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-p1|'''Quickstrike''' (Deluxe Class, [[2026]])}} </ul>
:*''TakaraTomy name'': '''Quickstrike''' (クイックストライク)
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''AOTP-26'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[March 28]], 2026
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Tomoki Tatsumi]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref>[[July 25]], [[2025]]'s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T18IQaMuGVk Transformers Brand Panel Recap | SDCC 2025 | Hasbro Pulse] on YouTube, with [[Mark Maher]], [[Evan Brooks]] and [[Nate Purswell]].</ref>

: Released as part of the fourth wave of ''[[Transformers: Age of the Primes|Age of the Primes]]'' Deluxes (the first wave slated for the line's second year), just in time for the 30th anniversary of the original ''Beast Wars'' toyline, Quickstrike is a modern update of the character, transforming into an organic scorpion with a cobra for its tail. As might be expected from a modern ''Generations'' figure, his sculpt and deco are more accurate to his show model (not that the show model was far from the original toy), with expanded articulation and [[5 mm post]] compatibilty.

: The transformation joint to reposition his scorpion head in robot mode gives it a bit of articulation in beast mode. His opening cobra mouth also has an articulated [[Fire Blast effect]]-compatible peg inside, so you can have him breathe lasers or fire, which is awesome.

: Quickstrike and his wavemate [[Sureshot (G1)#Age of the Primes|Sureshot]] were both [[shortpacking|shortpacked]] to single copy per [[case]].<ref>[https://www.entertainmentearth.com/product/transformers-generations-age-of-the-primes-deluxe-wave-4-case-of-8/hsg0474d ''AOTP'' Deluxe Wave 4 Case Assortment, Entertainment Earth]</ref>
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==Merchandise==
===3D Battle-Card Game===
[[File:3DBattleCard Quickstrike.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Quickstrike''' (2007)

: A 33-point "rare" character in the [[3D Battle-Card Game]]'s "Energon Wars" expansion, Quickstrike "transforms" from a gold and green scorpion to a gold and green scorpion standing on its hind legs. He uses the same parts layout as [[Transformers (2007 toyline)|Movie]] [[Scorponok (Movie)|Scorponok]].

==Notes==
* Quickstrike's [[beast mode]] [[character model]] is so ''incredibly'' toy-accurate to the point that his robot head is hilariously visible on the underside.
* In the jovial Japanese dub, ''Beast Wars Metals'', Quickstrike's cobra tail could talk and think independently from Quickstrike. It would always end its sentences with either ''ko'', ''bura'', or ''kobura'' (コブラ, "cobra"). Quickstrike's own quirk in both the cartoon and the [[Super Lifeform Transformers: Beast Wars Metals (manga)|comic]] was that he'd end his sentences with ''gitchon'' or ''gitchonchon'' (ギッチョンチョン), which essentially translates to "snippity" or "snippity-snip".
*The ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (toyline)|Dark of the Moon]]'' [[Decepticon]] [[Darksteel (DOTM)|Darksteel]] is an intentional [[homage]] to Quickstrike. This occurred because designer [[Lenny Panzica]] likes snakes.<ref>[[BotCon 2011]]</ref>
* If the [[Transformers: Beast Wars|2021 Beast Wars comic]] had continued, Quickstrike would have been featured as a rival for Scorponok, intent on taking his position.{{fact}}

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Quickstrike''' (クイックストライク ''Kuikkusutoraiku'')
*''French:'' '''Cinglant''' (Canada, "Scathing")
*''Italian:'' '''Serpex''' ("Snakex")
*''Mandarin:'' '''Kuài Dāo''' (快刀, "Quick Cutter")
*''Polish:'' '''Szybki Cios''' ("Quickstrike")
*''Spanish:'' '''Sorpresivo''' (Spain, "Surprise"), '''Cobra''' (America)

==References==
{{Reflist}}

[[Category:Age of the Primes Predacons]]
[[Category:3D Battle-Cards]]
[[Category:Beast Wars Predacons]]
[[Category:Beast Wars: Uprising Predacons]]
[[Category:Fuzors]]
[[Category:Generation 1 Decepticons]]
[[Category:Legends World natives]]
[[Category:Transformers Roleplaying Game Predacons]]

Transformation cog (biology)

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A '''transformation cog''', also referred to as a '''transforming cog''', '''transition cog''', '''conversion cog''', '''T-cog''', or '''morphcore''', is a component important to a [[Transformer]]'s [[transformation]] and sometimes [[scanning]].

==Fiction==
===Generation 1 continuity family===
====''The Transformers'' cartoon====
Metroplex's cog was damaged in 2005 during the [[Decepticon]] [[Battle of Autobot City|siege]] of [[Autobot City (G1)|Autobot City]], which explains why he did not transform to robot mode during the battle. [[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor]] built a replacement cog and entrusted its delivery from [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] to Autobot City on [[Earth]] to [[Blurr (G1)|Blurr]] and [[Wheelie (G1)|Wheelie]]. {{storylink|Five Faces of Darkness, Part 1}}

After numerous setbacks, the cog was delivered just in time. As the city was under siege once again, [[Pipes (G1)|Pipes]] quickly installed it, allowing Metroplex to fight off Trypticon. {{storylink|Five Faces of Darkness, Part 5}}

[[Unicron/Generation 1|Unicron]] required Trypticon's cog as part of his scheme to use [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] as his new body. {{storylink|Ghost in the Machine (G1)|Ghost in the Machine}}

[[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] stole Metroplex's cog, causing the Autobots to retaliate by stealing Trypticon's. Both factions hit upon the idea of using the captured cogs on their respective city warriors, an idea that was only partially successful. {{storylink|The Ultimate Weapon}}

====2006 IDW ''Beast Wars'' continuity====
While speeding to defend the [[Golden Disk (Voyager)|Golden Disk]] from [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] thieves, [[Nitrostreak]] was shot in the hood by [[Dinobot (BW)|one of the criminals]], damaging his transformation cog. As he was also flipped on his roof by the blast, he was well and truly incapacitated for the moment. {{storylink|Dawn of Future's Past}}

====2005 IDW continuity====
Together with the [[spark]] and the [[brain module]], the transformation cog (also known as the "morphcore") was part of the "[[Rossum's Trinity]]" principle of Cybertronian biology. Enough damage to one of the three would cause the other two to shut down, killing the Transformer in question. {{storylink|Liars, A to D Part 3: The Chaos of Warm Things|The Chaos of Warm Things}} By spinning the transformation cog just right and shutting down all safety valves, a Cybertronian could achieve instantaneous transformation, but doing this repeatedly would result in the cog breaking beyond repair. {{storylink|Omega's Conundrum}}

A sudden impact to the [[neural cluster]] could trigger the transformation cog in what was known as an involuntary mode spasm. {{storylink|Little Victories}} {{storylink|No Guns, No Swords, No Briefcases}} {{storylink|Crucible (Part 6): A Spark Among Embers|A Spark Among Embers}}

Cybertronian mythology held the belief that, after the [[God War]], [[Mortilus]] had reduced [[Adaptus]] to the first transformation cog, with the deity allowing future generations of Cybertronians to use him as a template for the organ. {{storylink|Primus: You, Me, and Other Revelations|You, Me, and Other Revelations}} {{storylink|The Everlasting Voices (2): The God War|The God War}}

[[Tailgate (G1)|Tailgate]] broke his legs, internal clock and transformation cog from falling through the [[Mitteous Plateau]]. {{storylink|Liars, A to D Part 1: How to Say Goodbye and Mean It|How to Say Goodbye and Mean It}}

To "reject" Adaptus, the [[Militant Monoform Movement]] surgically removed their transformation cogs. {{Storylink|Life After the Big Bang}} When [[Optimus Prime (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Orion Pax]] found his colleague [[Springarm]] dead, his transformation cog was "still warm", allowing Orion to transform the dead body into its alternate mode. {{storylink|Chaos Theory Part 2}}

[[Megatron (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Megatron]]'s transformation cog was shattered during the [[Battle for Hell's Point]], leaving him stuck in gun mode for a whole two years. {{storylink|Chaos Theory Part 1}}

[[Pharma (G1)|Pharma]] was forced to make a deal with the [[Decepticon Justice Division]] to harvest [[Delphi]]'s patients of their transformation cogs in return for the facility's safety. {{storylink|How Ratchet Got His Hands Back}}

The [[Aequitas]] trials included morphcore harvests by renegade [[Autobot]]s. {{storylink|Last Stand of the Wreckers issue 5|Last Stand of the Wreckers #5}} [[Stalker (G1)|Stalker]] and [[Snare]] took part in torturing prisoners via morphcore stimulation, which caused spasms of form-shifting against the victim's will. {{storylink|The Transformers: Last Stand of the Wreckers|Snare's personnel evaluation}} As the [[Wreckers]] got more and more brutal, they sometimes applied [[inhibitor claw]]s to prisoners with such force that they punctured their morphcores. {{storylink|Zero Point}}

When his unit was ambushed by Decepticons, [[Tracks (G1)|Tracks]] was injured and couldn't transform due to a damaged transition cog. {{storylink|Spotlight: Jazz}}

[[Shockwave (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Shockwave]] created an experimental weapon to override a Transformer's primary transformation cog and lock them in their alternate mode. [[Iguanus (G1)|Iguanus]] used it on [[Soundwave (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Soundwave]] during a battle, [[transformation paralysis|forcing him to remain]] in his cassette deck mode for 25 years. {{storylink|Spotlight: Soundwave}}

In protest of the Autobot "occupation" of a peaceful Cybertron, a [[NAIL]] transformed repeatedly for weeks until his transformation cog wore out and he died. {{storylink|Liars, A to D Part 1: How to Say Goodbye and Mean It|How to Say Goodbye and Mean It}}

Upon his integration of [[Nemesis (BW)|Nemesis]]'s corpse into its body, [[Unicron/Generation 1|Unicron]] was able to access the [[Titan (group)|Titan]]'s transformation cog and gain a robot mode. {{storylink|Stranger Eons}} {{storylink|Road's End}}

;The Functionist Universe
In protest of the [[Functionist Council]]'s tyrannical rule of Cybertron, a [[female protester]] removed her t-cog, set it on fire, and threw it at a [[Functionary]]. {{storylink|The Custom-Made Now - An Elegant Chaos Prologue|The Custom-Made Now}}

====''Of Masters and Mayhem''====
[[Punch (G1)|Punch]] possessed a one-in-a-trillion t-cog, one that allowed him to assume a second robot mode. {{storylink|The Truth We Make}}

====2019 IDW continuity====
In the era prior to the [[Great War (G1)|Great War]], [[Spinister (G1)|Spinister]]'s slice thieves harvested transformation cogs to sell on the galactic black market. {{storylink|Storm Horizon Part 1}}

====''Last Bot Standing''====
When [[Riotgear (G1)|Riotgear]] was low on [[biofuel]], he required [[Override (BWU)|Override]] to give him a good kick in the cog to get him into robot mode. Though she felt that they weren't close enough for her to keep doing it. {{storylink|Last Bot Standing issue 2|Last Bot Standing #2}}

====''Transformers Roleplaying Game''====
A Transformer's transformation cog controls the transformation from robot to alternate form and vice versa. Damage to the transformation cog can cause a Cybertronian to become stuck in one form, and some Transformers may have their cogs surgically removed. Young Transformers without an alternate mode may choose to have their T-cog imprint on a suitable form. {{storylink|Transformers Roleplaying Game Core Rulebook|Roleplaying Game Core Rulebook}}

Transformation cogs can be modified from a basic "N-state" configuration into a "C-state", which allows a Cybertronian to shift between robot, alternate mode, and [[combiner]] component. Thus, while all Transformers possess the ''potential'' for combination, few will ever actually go on to become a combiner component. This universal potentiality dates back to the very earliest Cybertronians; indeed, Cybertronian historical records document a number of early precursors to the modern [[binary bonding]] process, which date back to at least the [[Battle of Aegiax]]. {{storylink|The Enigma of Combination}}

===Aligned continuity family===
====''The Covenant of Primus''====
The very first [[Transformation Cog (Thirteen)|Transformation Cog]] belonged to [[Amalgamous Prime]]. The artifact became the template for the simplified T-cogs incorporated into the physiologies of all Cybertronians. When the first Cybertronians emerged from the [[Well of All Sparks]], [[Alpha Trion]] decided not to inform the Cybertronian race about their ability to transform.

When the first [[Quintesson]]s arrived on Cybertron, they brought with them the "gift" of transformation; they secretly reactivated the dormant organ inside Cybertronians but claimed that Quintesson technology was responsible for this ability. Toward the end of the Quintesson reign of Cybertron, [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Orion Pax]] and his friend [[Jazz (WFC)|Jazz]] kidnapped the newly born [[Silverbolt (WFC)|Silverbolt]] from the Well; with the help of [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] and [[Cogwheel]] they learned that T-cogs didn't require Quintesson interference to function properly. This revelation led to the beginnings of the rebellion that brought the [[Age of Wrath]] to an end. {{storylink|Transformers: The Covenant of Primus|The Covenant of Primus}}

====''Transformers: War for Cybertron''====
In order to prevent Iacon's destruction at the hands of [[Trypticon (WFC)|the battle station Trypticon]], [[Air Raid (WFC)|Air Raid]] proposed that his team blast Trypticon's conversion cog, forcing him back into robot mode and hopefully ending the chaos. The cog was blasted to bits and Trypticon was unable to maintain his station mode. Unfortunately, this had the slightly troublesome effect of dumping a heavily armed, very angry giant Decepticon onto Cybertron instead. {{storylink|Transformers: War for Cybertron (360/PS3/PC)|Transformers: War for Cybertron}}

{{Note|In addition, when a player's health is completely depleted in a co-operative or online mode of gameplay, the Transformer being controlled will fall to the ground and begin a countdown to going offline. While the countdown is in process, it can be seen that a notice on the side of the screen reads "TRANS-COG: OFFLINE" and the game does not allow the player to transform during the countdown. This implies that heavy damage to a Transformer can disable their conversion cog.}}

====''Prime'' cartoon====
[[File:OperationBumblebee2 Starscream threatens T-cog.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.4|Look at your T-cog, now back to me...]]
T-cogs are bio-mechanisms that enable Transformers to scan [[alternate mode]]s, transform, and operate integrated weapon systems. Transformer organs such as these are beyond [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]]'s ability to construct.

Requiring a part for the robot they were building, [[MECH]] ambushed [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] and stole his T-cog. Unfortunately when they attempted to install it into their robot, it failed to work, as it required [[energon]] to function properly. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 1}}

It worked better once they got some energon, but it was badly damaged when Bumblebee attempted to take it back. Despite the damage, Ratchet was able to repair it enough that Bumblebee regained the ability to transform. To make up for their loss, MECH stole [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]]'s T-cog instead. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 2}}

Now armed with greater knowledge about Cybertronian biology and Starscream's T-cog, MECH was able to create [[Nemesis Prime (Prime)|Nemesis Prime]] before Optimus defeated it {{storylink|Nemesis Prime (episode)|Nemesis Prime}} and the US military confiscated it. {{storylink|Grill (episode)|Grill}}

Starscream later tried to install a T-cog he took from his [[Starscream clone (Prime)|clone]] aboard the ''[[Harbinger]]'' but was interrupted. {{storylink|Triangulation}} [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]] later performed the operation to restore his T-cog to him. {{storylink|Regeneration (Prime)|Regeneration}}

===''EarthSpark'' cartoon===
When [[Elita-1 (ES)|Elita-1]] was explaining [[alternate mode]]s to [[Jawbreaker (ES)|Jawbreaker]], she explained the transformation cog to him. Though she warned him not to mention the cog to [[G.H.O.S.T.]] {{storylink|Outtakes}}
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===''One'' film===
[[File:TransformersOne-AlphaTrionTransformationCogs.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5|Take the staff in your hand, Moses. With it, you shall do My wonders.]]
After betraying the Primes and taking control of [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon City]], [[Sentinel Prime (One)|Sentinel Prime]] began removing the transformation cogs from newborn Cybertronians before they went online, robbing them of their ability to transform and relegating them to worthless positions mining Energon in order to pay off his debts to the [[Quintesson]]s, designating them as [[cogless]]. Unaware of this theft, the cogless were led to believe they were simply born without transformation cogs.

After rediscovering [[Alpha Trion]] on Cybertron's surface, [[Optimus Prime (One)|Orion Pax]], [[Elita-1 (One)|Elita-1]], [[Megatron (One)|D-16]], and [[Bumblebee (One)|B-127]] had the transformation cogs of the fallen Primes implanted in them by the ancient warrior, restoring to them their innate transformation abilities and rebuilding their bodies into larger, more capable forms. After confronting Sentinel on his betrayal, D-16 learned that Sentinel had taken [[The Fallen|Megatronus Prime]]'s cog for himself. Upon the tyrant's defeat, D-16 claimed Megatronus's cog, further enhancing his power and completing his transformation into Megatron. After Orion Pax had been granted the [[Matrix of Leadership]] and become Optimus Prime, energon began to freely flow across Cybertron, restoring the miners' transformation cogs. {{storylink|Transformers One (film)|Transformers One}}

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==Toys==
===''One''===
[[File:TF-One-Cog-Changers-Wheeljack.jpg|thumb|200px]]
*'''Airachnid''' (1-Step Cog Changer, [[2024]])
*'''Bumblebee/B-127''' (1-Step Cog Changer, 2024)
*'''Wheeljack''' (1-Step Cog Changer, 2024)
*'''Optimus Prime/Orion Pax''' (1-Step Cog Changer, 2024)
*'''Megatron/D-16''' (1-Step Cog Changer, 2024)
*'''Sentinel Prime''' (1-Step Cog Changer, 2024)
:All ''[[Transformers One (toyline)|One]]'' 1-Step Cog Changers feature a slider in their torsos that reveals the namesake cog in their chest. After the cog panel clicks into place, it cannot be slid back down. Pushing the cog activates the spring-loaded transformation into the toy's alternate mode and hides the cog.
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*'''Bumblebee/B-127''' (Prime Changer, 2024)
:''One'' Prime Changer B-127 features a painted cog on his chest underneath a removable panel. The cog is a separate part that was glued on.
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*'''Power Flip Optimus Prime''' (2024)
:Upon transforming ''One'' Power Flip Optimus Prime from his Orion Pax mode into his Optimus Prime mode, the cog (called the "cog of conversion" by the toy's [[soundbox]]) flips onto his chest, over a blue [[Light-emitting diode|LED]]. Ironically, in fiction, it is the [[Matrix of Leadership]] that turns Orion in Optimus, not the cog.
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===''Age of the Primes''===
[[File:AOTP Transformation Cogs of Amalgamous Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=2]]
<ul class = "iconlist">{{Bp-pr9|'''The Thirteen Amalgamous Prime''' (Voyager Class, [[2026]])}} </ul>
: ''[[Transformers: Age of the Primes|Age of the Primes]]'' [[Amalgamous Prime#Age of the Primes|Amalgamous Prime]] features two Transformation Cogs. One is based on the T-cogs found in ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Transformers: Prime]]'' and can store on the end of his [[Scythe (Thirteen)|Scythe]], while the other has a more traditional design and is capable of storing in his head to function as an eyeball. Gnarly.
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==Merchandise==
===Yolopark===
[[File:Yolopark-AMK-TF-One-Cog.jpg|thumb|]]

*'''B-127 Cog-less Mode''' (AMK Series, 2024)
*'''D-16 Cog-less Mode''' (AMK Series, 2024)
*'''Elita-1 Cog-less Mode''' (AMK Series, 2024)
*'''Orion Pax Cog-less Mode''' (AMK Series, 2024)

:Each [[Yolopark]] ''One'' Cog-less Mode model kit has an unpainted cog accessory.

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==Notes==
*In Generation 1-related fiction, damage to a transformation cog traps the Transformer in whatever mode they happen to be in (most often this is their alternate mode). In the [[Aligned continuity family]]'s ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)|War For Cybertron]]'', the destruction of his conversion cog instead forces Trypticon into robot mode.
* "Morphcore" was the term used in [[James Roberts]]' fan-novel ''Eugenesis'' for the piece of anatomy that controlled transformation; unlike a transformation cog, it was depicted as a cluster of nerves connected to the Cybertronian's brain. Between ''Last Stand of the Wreckers'' and ''More than Meets the Eye'', Roberts was asked to stop using the word in favour of "transformation cog",<ref>{{citesocial|quote=They’re the same. Between LSOTW and MTMTE, I was asked to stop using the former term.|link=https://twitter.com/jroberts332/status/1028725238111129600|name=jroberts332|site=Twitter|year=2018|month=8|day=12|(defunct=)}}</ref> presumably for brand synergy reasons.

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Transform cog''' (トランスフォーム・コグ ''toransufōmu kogu''), '''henkei cog''' (変形コグ)
*''French:'' '''Noyau de transformation''' (Europe, "Transformation core", Generation 1 cartoon), '''Rouage de transformation''' (Canada, "Transformation cog", Generation 1 cartoon and ''One'' film), '''Cog de transformation''' (Europe, "Transformation cog", ''One'')
*''Hungarian:'' '''T-mag''' ("T-core", ''Prime'' cartoon)
*''Italian:'' '''Ruota trasformatrice''' ("Transforming wheel", Generation 1)

==References==
{{reflist}}

==See also==
*[[Transformation paralysis]]
*[[Mode lock]]
*[[Suppressor (device)]]
*[[Transfixatron]]
*[[Transformation Lock Lens]]
*[[Transformation virus]]

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[[Category:Generation 1 cartoon Transformer anatomy]]
[[Category:IDW (2005) Transformer anatomy]]
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[[Category:Transformer anatomy]]
[[Category:War for Cybertron]]

Matrix of Leadership/toys

2026-01-07T07:47:52Z

Boingus: /* Studio Series */

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The '''[[Matrix of Leadership]]''' will lighten your darkest wallet.

==Toys==
===''Robots in Disguise'' (2001)===
[[File:RIDtoy primes matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Super Class, [[2001]])}}</ul>
:When in his [[Super Mode]]. the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] [[Optimus Prime (RID)#Robots in Disguise (2001)|Optimus Prime]] has a little door on his chest that opens to reveal a sculpted, non-removable Matrix. In Japanese fiction, this was not the Matrix of Leadership, but rather a mere [[Energon Matrix]], the like of which had been seen in toy form before with [[Lio Convoy]] and [[Big Convoy]].

:The Matrix remained when Prime was redecoed for the ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 franchise)|Universe]]'' ([[#Universe (2003)|see below]]) and ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' ([[#Cybertron|below again]]) toylines, and was also present in both the exclusive Clear and Black versions of the figure available in Japan... but being Japanese figures, that technically means it's not the Matrix of Leadership on them!

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''The Transformers''===
{{anchor|G1toy}}
[[File:G1toy diecast matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''New Year Special Convoy''' ([[2002]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' ([[2005]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron II''' (2005)}}</ul>
:The first true Matrix of Leadership toy was a silver [[die-cast]] metal accessory which came with [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s "New Year Special" reissue of the original [[The Transformers (toyline)|The Transformers]] Optimus Prime figure. The Matrix came with a removable chain that allowed it to be looped around the head of Prime or any other figure you chose to give it to, and when flipped upside-down, it could also clip over the ''[[Diaclone]]''-holdover cockpit seats inside Prime's opening chest compartment.

:This Matrix was [[redeco]]ed in gold for inclusion with Takara's 2005 reissue of the original [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#PurpleReissue|Galvatron]] toy, and in green (specifically representing its appearance as the Creation Matrix in the Marvel Comics series) for the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive [[Galvatron II#Toys|Galvatron II]] redeco. Years later, the original silver version of the Matrix was included as part of the "[[Hot Rod (G1)/toys|Rodimus]] vs. [[Cyclonus (G1)/toys|Cyclonus]]" set in the 2010 ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)|Transformers]]'' toyline ([[#Transformers (2010)|see below]]).

:The Creation Matrix was used as the Green Matrix in ''[[Generations Selects Special Comic]]''.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Cybertron/NewYearsConvoy/nyconvoy.htm More information on New Year Special Convoy at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Destron/Galvatron/galvatron.htm More information on reissue Galvatron at TFU.info]''
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===''Armada''===
[[File:Armadatoy matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Super Base, 2002/[[2003]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Shining Gold Convoy''' (Super Base, 2003)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Powerlinx Optimus Prime''' (Super Base, 2003)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Battle for the Matrix''' (Multi-pack, 2003)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Magna Convoy DX Set''' (Multi-pack, 2003)}}</ul>
:The large version of ''[[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|Armada]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Toys|Optimus Prime]] has a non-removable Matrix of Leadership hidden behind the flip-down grill on his chest. This feature was kept for the various [[redeco]]s of this mold, gaining a blue center for Prime's "Powerlinx" redeco, and being entirely chromed when the figure got the gold chrome treatment as a Lucky Draw figure. Some further coloration changes were made when the figure was redecoed during the ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' toyline ([[#Energon|see below]]).

:Although this mold was never redecoed into [[Nemesis Prime (Armada)|Nemesis Prime]], the ''[[Linkage (comic)|Linkage]]'' mini-comics exploited the two characters' physical similarity to essentially [[repurposing|repurpose]] this Matrix into the [[Doomstone]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Armada Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.luckydrawtransformers.com/toy/gallery/review/gold+super+mode+convoy/1084/gold+super+mode+convoy.html More information on Shining Gold Convoy at Lucky Draw Transformers]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Powerlinx Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/KMartPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Battle for the Matrix Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Universe'' (2003)===
[[File:Universe2003toy rid prime matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Supreme Class, 2003)}}</ul>

:Although ''Robots in Disguise'' Optimus Prime got a lemon-yellow makeover for the ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' toyline, the Matrix beneath their chest-panel remained the same as ever.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/TFUOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Universe'' Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Energon''===
[[File:Energontoy armada prime redeco matrix.jpg|thumb|Matrix of [[Halloween]]]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime and Overload''' (Multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>
:While the new-mold Optimus Prime toys created for the ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' toyline lacked any kind of Matrix (instead featuring the [[Spark of Combination]] in a very Matrix-esque middle-of-the-chest position), the line did not go entirely without, as the ''Armada'' Super Base Prime figure was redecoed and re-released in a multi-pack with combination partner [[Overload (Armada)#Energon|Overload]]. Available exclusively at [[Costco]] stores, this [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#CostCoOverload|Super Base Optimus Prime]] redecoed the sculpted Matrix in a bright golden-orange (compared to the dull gold of before), with a green crystal at the center.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/CostcoPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Energon Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Masterpiece''===
[[File:Masterpiece matrices.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' ([[2003]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (Lucky Draw figure, [[2004]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultra Magnus''' (2004)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Perfect Edition''' ([[2006]]/[[2009]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Black Version''' ([[2010]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Sleep Mode''' (2010)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Last Production''' ([[2011]])}}</ul>
:A chromed Matrix accessory came with Hasbro's Takara's ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' edition of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|Convoy]], consisting of a translucent blue "crystal" centre surrounded by two shell-halves that could be pulled open. The Matrix stored in an opening chamber in Prime's chest, where its centre could be illuminated by a blue LED light built into the compartment. In order to fit into Prime's chest, however, the Matrix wound up being rather small, leaving Prime only able to wrap two of his fingers through its handles, instead of his whole hands.

:The Matrix was included with every reissue and redeco of the Prime mold, remaining in its normal colors when it came with Ultra Magnus, and the "Perfect Edition", "Sleep Mode", and "Final Edition" versions of Prime himself. When Prime was chromed entirely gold as a [[Lucky Draw figure]], though, the Matrix was likewise blinged out, while the Matrix included with the "Black Version" of Prime, representing an [[Eldedroid#toys|Eldedroid]], was chromed purple where the original was gold, and had a red translucent centre, illuminated by the figure's new red LED. A non-chromed version of the Matrix was included with Hasbro's "DVD Edition" of the figure as part of the ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' line ([[#Classics|see below]]).

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/20thPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on 20th Anniversary Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.goldoptimusprime.com/ More information on gold Masterpiece Convoy at GoldOptimusPrime.com]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Cybertron/UltraMagnus/ultramagnus.htm More information on Masterpiece Ultra Magnus at TFU.info]''

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[[File:MP rodimus matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Convoy''' (2011/[[2018]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Black Rodimus Convoy''' ([[November 28]], 2011)}}</ul>
:Being built to a smaller scale than the ''Masterpiece'' Optimus Prime figure, ''Masterpiece'' Rodimus Prime featured a new, smaller Matrix accessory of his own, cast in translucent blue plastic and decorated with gold and silver chrome. The Matrix stores in a chamber in Rodimus's abdomen, but is ''so small'' (smaller even relatively to Rodimus than Optimus's Matrix was to him) that Rodimus can't hold it by its handles at all. This Matrix mold was also included with [[Black Rodimus Convoy#Masterpiece|Black Rodimus Convoy]], now with a red chrome shell.

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[[File:ConvoyModeEva Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|(Convoy Mode "Eva" version)]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2011/[[2016]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''MP Convoy (BAPE ver.)''' ([[August 19]], [[2014]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Mode "Eva"''' ([[November 28]], 2014)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (BAPE REDCAMO ver.)''' (November [[2015]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sa|'''Shattered Glass Optimus Prime''' (November 2016)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2017)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (BAPE BLACKCAMO ver.)''' ([[2017]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (7-Eleven ver.)''' ([[February 28]], 2018)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (atmos safari LEBRON Ver.)''' ([[March 15]], [[2019]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (atmos safari duckcamo Ver.)''' ([[March 26]], [[2020]])}}</ul>

: [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#MP10|MP-10 Convoy]] is an entirely new tooling of "Generation 1" Optimus Prime. Convoy is now smaller, making him more in-scale with other recent ''Masterpiece'' toys, such as [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|Rodimus]], and comes with a [[Combat Deck (G1)#MP10|trailer]] and various accessories. His chest compartment opens up to reveal an equally smaller, new-mold Matrix of Leadership with a clear blue plastic center. Unlike the previous version, the Matrix cannot be pulled apart, Convoy can only wrap his index finger around the handle and cannot hold it both hands at once, and the Matrix chamber in his chest has no light-up feature, but hey, at least it's now die-cast metal!

: The Matrix was also included with MP-10 Convoy's redecoes, of note: [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#eva|Convoy Mode "Eva"]] (rendered with a red crystal, said in [[Mode "Eva" chapter 3|accompanying fiction]] to be based on the core of an [[Angel]]) and for [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#Masterpiece|Black Convoy]], it was redecoed into the [[Dead Matrix#Masterpiece|Dead Matrix]].

: Later ''Masterpiece'' figures [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#MP22|MP-22 Ultra Magnus]] and [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#MP28|MP-28 Hot Rodimus]] (as well as their redecoes) are also designed to interact with this Matrix mold: both can carry it in their chests, while Ultra Magnus also comes with special hands for holding it.

:The Matrix of Leadersip was redecoed into [[Town Matrix|Mito's Town Matrix and Fukutsu's Town Matrix]], and the [[Matrix of Malice#Toys|Matrix of Malice]] included with [[Windsweeper#Generations|Windsweeper]].

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2017)}}</ul>
[[File:MPM-4-Optimus-Primematrix.jpg|thumb|250px|But there's no Matrix in ''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]''? Wait a [[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|sec...]]]]
:This release of ''Masterpiece Movie Series'' [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Masterpiece|Optimus Prime]] comes with his own Matrix of Leadership, now molded in die-cast. It is rather inaccurate due to the multiple tab holes required for storage in Prime's chest.

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{{anchor|MP44}}
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Ver.3.0''' (2019)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' ([[2024]])}}</ul>

:MP-44 is another all new tooling of "Generation 1" Optimus Prime, with a much more anime accurate style and increased complexity. It features a redeco of the MP-10 die-cast Matrix with a painted metallic blue core.
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{{anchor|MPM12}}
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' ([[2021]])}}</ul>
[[File:MPM-12-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|250px|But there's no Matrix in ''[[Bumblebee (film)|Bumblebee]]''? Wait a [[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (film)|sec...]]]]
:MPM-12 comes with a new die-cast Matrix of Leadership heavily inspired by its "Generation 1" design, despite never appearing in ''[[Bumblebee (film)|Bumblebee]]''. And the prequel/reboot debate goes on...
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===''20th Anniversary''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2004)}}</ul>
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===''Cybertron''===
[[File:Cybertrontoy matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Convoy Gold Version''' (Leader Lucky Draw figure, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Convoy Silver Version''' (Leader Lucky Draw figure, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Convoy Custom Color Version''' (Leader Lucky Draw figure, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Sonic Convoy''' (Multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Force Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2006)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime / Wing Saber''' (multi-pack, 2006)}}</ul>
:''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Cybertron|Optimus Prime]] comes with a removable Matrix of Leadership accessory, decorated with an inverse color scheme that renders the crystal orange and the holder grey. The Matrix fits in Prime's chest, and his large, articulated fingers mean that he can hold it, though not in both hands at once.

:The Matrix received multiple redecoes and rereleases though remained unchanged for his mass-retail "Galaxy Force" coloration, which was also re-released without changes in the 2008 ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' toyline.

:Galaxy Convoy Gold Version's Matrix was repurposed as the [[Gold Matrix]] by "[[Generations Selects Special Comic Finale]]".

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Cybertron Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/GFOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Galaxy Force Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultra Magnus and Optimus Prime''' (multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>
:''Robots in Disguise'' Optimus Prime was slightly redecoed for [[Optimus Prime (RID)#Cybertron|inclusion]] in this Costco-exclusive two-pack with ''Robots in Disguise'' [[Ultra Magnus (RID)#Cybertron|Ultra Magnus]]. The mold still sports its sculpted Matrix detail, though for this release the paint applications that surrounded it were changed from orange to black (this being the only change from the original figure). It's not impossible that this might actually ''not'' have represented the Matrix of Leadership on this figure, but instead the Spark of Combination, which the set's packaging mentions as the source of the brothers' combining power—but we include it here to be thorough!

===''Hybrid Style''===
[[File:THS galaxyconvoy matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Convoy''' (2005)}}</ul>
: Part of Takara's short ''[[Hybrid Style]]'' series of small-scale, highly-articulated figures, this version of ''Cybertron'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Hybrid Style|Optimus Prime]] came with a ''really'' tiny removable Matrix that stored in its customary position within the toy's chest. It was a somewhat more show-accurate sculpt than the Matrix included with the full-size ''Cybertron'' Prime figure, and was colored with metallic paint as opposed to the larger figure's mostly-unpainted accessory.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Cybertron/HybridGalaxyConvoy/galaxyconvoy.htm More information on Hybrid Style Galaxy Convoy at TFU.info]''

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[[File:THSmatrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2006)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Black Version''' (2006)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Black Gold Version''' (November 25, 2013)}}</ul>
:The ''Hybrid Style'' version of "Generation 1" [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Hybrid Style|Optimus Prime]] also comes with a super-tiny Matrix, not much bigger than a large drug capsule, which fits in the traditional opening compartment within Prime's chest. Like the ''Hybrid Style'' ''Cybertron'' Prime before it, the figure comes with an assortment of alternate hands, but ''un''like its predecessor, it includes a pair specifically designed to hold the Matrix. Due to the small size of the figure, they do not figure articulated fingers to grip it, but instead are cast in the shape of clenched fists with grooves cut into the outside of the fingers into which the Matrix can slot.

:The Matrix was also included with Prime's later "[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#THS02B|Black Version]]" and "[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#THSBlackGold|Black Gold Version]]" redeco, without changes.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Cybertron/HybridConvoy/convoy.htm More information on Hybrid Style Convoy at TFU.info]''
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===''Generation 2''===
[[File:G2toy reissue matrix stickers.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Battle Convoy''' (reissue, 2006)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Laser Ultra Magnus''' (e-Hobby exclusive, 2006)}}</ul>
:When ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#G2reissue|Battle Convoy]] was reissued in 2006, among the assorted changes made to his deco was the addition of a pair of new [[sticker]]s to his chest windows that depicted the Matrix resting in its traditional position inside him. The stickers remained when the figure was redecoed into the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Generation 2|Laser Ultra Magnus]] figure.
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Cybertron/UltraMagnus/ultramagnus.htm More information on Laser Ultra Magnus at TFU.info]''
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===''Classics''===
[[File:Classicstoy dvd mp prime matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (20th Anniversary DVD Edition, 2006)}}</ul>
:The ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' "DVD Edition" of ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#20thDVD|Optimus Prime]] included the familiar Matrix accessory, but as with all the other parts of the toy that had previously been vacuum-metalized, it is now decorated in metallic gold and silver paint, rather than chrome.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/20thDVDOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on DVD Edition Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Universe'' (2008)===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Optimus Prime vs Crumplezone''' (Costco exclusive multi-pack, [[2008]])}}</ul>
:A rerelease of the above ''[[#Cybertron|Cybertron]]'' Galaxy Force Optimus Prime toy, ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' Leader Class Optimus Prime retains the same Matrix of Leadership.

===''Transformers'' (2010)===
[[File:TF2010 hftd matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Battle Blades Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2010)}}</ul>
: While the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' movie may have left the fate of the live-action Matrix up in the air, the ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)|Transformers]]'' Voyager Class [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Transformers (2010)#Voyager class toys|Battle Blades Optimus Prime]] figure follows through on the intention evident in several of the film's adaptations by including it as an accessory stored within his body. Specifically, this removable Matrix attaches to a translucent blue plate hidden in Prime's midriff, which rotates up into place when his chest is opened and a panel on his abdomen is folded down. The Matrix is unpainted grey plastic on the Hasbro release of the figure; the TakaraTomy edition of Battle Blades Prime gives it coat of silver paint.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Autobot/BattleBladesOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Battle Blades Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Battle in Space''' (2-pack, 2010)}}</ul>
:The die-cast metal Matrix originally released by TakaraTomy with several of their "Generation 1" reissues ([[#The Transformers|see above]]) received its first Hasbro release in this box set of [[redeco]]s of ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Classics (2006)|Rodimus]] and ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Cyclonus (G1)#Universe (2008)|Cyclonus]], released under the ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)#Hasbro Reveal the Shield subline|Reveal the Shield]]'' [[subline imprint]]. The Matrix itself is back in its original silver coloration. Unfortunately, the figures can't actually ''interact'' with the accessory in any way: Neither Rodimus nor Cyclonus can actually ''hold'' the Matrix, and it can't even hang from their necks since it does not include the removable chain that came with the various Takara editions.

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[[File:TF2010 g2prime matrix.jpg|thumb|Brought to you by the guys who designed [[Thunderblast (Decepticon)|Thunderblast]].]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2011)}}</ul>
:Part of the sixth wave of the 2010 ''Transformers'' toyline and the second wave of the ''Reveal the Shield'' subline imprint, this [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Transformers (2010)|Optimus Prime]] is an all-new Deluxe Class mold based on the original ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' Laser Optimus Prime toy ([[#G2toy|see above]]). The panels on the side of his truck mode fold in behind his chest windows in robot mode to reveal a sculpted Matrix of Leadership.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Masterpiece Rodimus Prime''' (2011)}}</ul>
:''Masterpiece'' [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#HasbroMasterpiece|Rodimus Prime]] is a [[Toys"R"Us]]-[[exclusive]] release of the Rodimus Convoy figure, and was redecoed to resemble his original toy. His Matrix is no longer vacuum-metalized, and the shell is instead given a coat of metallic gold paint.

:This version of Rodimus also comes with an additional new-mold Matrix accessory, very similar to Masterpiece Optimus Prime's Matrix. Rodimus is actually capable of wrapping his entire mitts around this accessory's handles, and the Matrix can be pulled open (but not apart) to reveal more of the crystal inside.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Masterpiece Optimus Prime''' (2012)}}</ul>
: The Hasbro Toys"R"Us-exclusive [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#mp10hasbro|release of MP-10 Convoy]] features various plastic color and [[Paint operation|paint detail]] changes. He still comes with the Matrix, which appears to be no different.
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===''United''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Laser Optimus Prime''' (March 26, 2011)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#RtSG2|Reveal the Shield]]'' toy above, ''United'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Generations|Laser Optimus Prime]] retains the Matrix of Leadership detail.

===''Dark of the Moon''===
[[File:DOTMtoy-OptimusPrimeVoyagerwithComettor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Orange you glad it doesn't look like this in the film?]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime / Includes Deluxe Class Comettor''' (2-pack, 2011) }}</ul>
: This redeco and [[retool]] of the Battle Blades Optimus Prime toy, [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#OptimusComettor|Optimus Prime]] includes a redecoed, orange version of the live-action movie Matrix.
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===''Prime''===
[[File:Primetoy-OptimusPrimeMatrixofLeadership.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|In Soviet Russia, Prime is in the Matrix.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Matrix of Leadership SDCC Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2011)}}</ul>
:Exclusive to [[San Diego Comic-Con]], this minor repaint of Deluxe-Class ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#First Edition (2011)|Prime: First Edition]]'' [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Prime: First Edition|Optimus Prime]] comes inside special Matrix-shaped packaging that can be worn around your neck.

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[[File:Primetoy-TakaraTomy-ArmsMasterOptimus-Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|When light isn't enough for your [[darkest hour]], simply replace "light" with "lacerate".]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Arms Master Optimus''' ([[September 29]], 2012)}}</ul>
:Part of the seventh wave of Japanese ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)|Prime]]'' toys, the [[TakaraTomy]] version of Weaponizer [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Weaponizer|Optimus Prime]] comes with a very large Matrix which can tab onto his chest as armor or mount onto the back of the truck cab. It is covered in [[5 mm post|5 mm posts and holes]] so [[Arms Micron]]s can be attached to it. He also has a clear-blue "Shining" version of the [[Arms Micron]], [[R.A.#ArmsMaster|R.A.]], who can combine with the Matrix to form the colossal [[Star Saber (Thirteen)#ArmsMaster|Matrix Saber]]. If Microns [[O.P.]] and [[B.B. (Prime)|B.B.]] (sold separately) are also thrown into the mix, the result is the [[Star Saber (Arms Micron)|Super Star Saber]].

:Note that the clear-plastic-on-clear-plastic hinge in the middle of the blade stresses rapidly with repeated transformation due to the pressure leveraged onto the free-standing side of the clip when traveling from Matrix mode to Saber mode. As such, the user is advised to pick one mode and keep the Matrix there.
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===''Kre-O''===
[[File:KreO-Toy OptimusMatrixKreon.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Matrix Optimus Prime''' (2011)}}</ul>
:Intended to be [[exclusive]] to [[BotCon 2011]], this [[Optimus Prime (Kre-O)#Toys|Optimus Prime]] Kreon has an open chest showing the [[Matrix of Leadership]] within. He comes with a G1 inspired gun and a black brick display stand. We say "intended", because in actuality, the thing appears to have been produced in such huge quantities that it's wound up being made available in ''loads'' of other places—it was handed out at [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2011, offered as a free giveaway with any order that included Transformers toys on [[Hasbro Toy Shop]]), as a free gift on the cover of the ''[[Awesome Autobots Activity Book]]'', and came as a free gift attached to, of all things, issue #240 of the [[United Kingdom|UK]] children's comic, ''[[Doctor Who]] Adventures'' (but not the UK's [[Transformers (Titan Magazine)|Transformers comic]], you'll note!). A supposed factory error even caused this version (minus display stand) to be included in the larger Optimus Prime kit (see above). This problem has (presumably) been fixed, but it was awesome while it lasted.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/Kre-OMatrixOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Matrix Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Timelines''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Invasion''' ([[BotCon 2012]] box set)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Kick-Over/Optimus Prime''' (BotCon 2012 souvenir set)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-cm|'''Scourge''' (TFSS 1.0, 2013)}}</ul>
:As redecoes of the ''[[#RtSG2|Reveal the Shield]]'' toy above, ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Optimus Prime (SG)#BotCon2012|Optimus Prime]], [[Ultra Magnus (SG)#Timelines|Ultra Magnus]], and [[Scourge (RID)#Timelines|Scourge]] all retain the Matrix of Leadership detail.

===''Bot Shots''===
[[File:Bot shots matrix card.jpg|thumb|It was only a matter of time before the Transformers stumbled into Paper Mario.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Battle for the Matrix''' (2012)}}</ul>
: This ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Ultimate Battle set includes a Matrix trophy card. It's made of cardboard and was probably already bent up when you opened the packaging.
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===''Generations''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2d2|'''Ultimate Gift Set''' (2012)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#RtSG2|Reveal the Shield]]'' toy above, ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Generations|Combat Hero Optimus Prime]] retains the Matrix of Leadership detail.

===''Platinum Edition''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Year of the Horse Optimus Prime''' (2014)}}</ul>
:Released to celebrate Chinese New Year, ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' "Year of the Horse" [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Optimus Prime]] is a redeco of MP-10 Convoy, complete with Matrix.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Rise of Rodimus Prime''' (''Platinum Edition'' 2-pack, 2016)}}</ul>
:A reuse of the Matrix accessory that was first included with the [[#MP10|''Masterpiece'' MP-10]] figure, this time illustrating the conflict between [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Rodimus Prime]] (using a redeco of his ''[[Titanium Series]]'' toy) and [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Galvatron]] (using a redeco of his [[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|2008 ''Universe'' Deluxe Class toy]]). Ironically, of the two figures in the set, only Galvatron can actually hold the Matrix.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime Year of the Rooster Edition''' (2017)}}</ul>
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===''Age of Extinction''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Revenge Optimus Prime''' (2014)}}</ul>
:The Matrix included in ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (toyline)|Age of Extinction]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#AOERevenge|Revenge Optimus Prime]] redeco retains the same silver paint coating.

===''Power of the Primes''===
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Evolution Rodimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2017)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Evolution Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2017)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-m1|'''Evolution Optimus Primal''' (Leader Class, [[2018]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-m1|'''Throne of the Primes''' (Multi-pack, 2018)}}</ul>

:Each standard ''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'' Leader Class figure includes a uniquely-colored Matrix of Leadership which can be placed inside their chest (sans [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#RodimusUnicronus|Rodimus Unicronus]] and [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#Power of the Primes|Nemesis Prime]], who instead include the [[Matrix of Conquest#Generations|Matrix of Chaos]] and [[Dark Matrix of Leadership#Toys|Dark Matrix of Leadership]] respectively). The central crystal of the Matrix is removable, and has the same dimensions as a [[Prime Master]]'s [[spark]] mode (or [[Titan Master]] in head mode). This means that the crystal can be replaced in the Matrix by any Prime Master, and that the removed crystal can be slotted into the armor accessories included with Deluxe and Voyager Class ''Power of the Primes'' figures, along with the heads of ''Titans Return'' figures. It can also be replaced with an [[Enigma of Combination#Generations|Enigma of Combination]] included with the Voyager Class figures.

:Only the Matrix from [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Power of the Primes|Optimus Prime]] uses the original coloration of the Matrix of Leadership; [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Power of the Primes|Rodimus Prime]]'s is based on an alternate coloration that shows up here or there, while the one from the regular retail [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#Power of the Primes|Optimal Optimus]] is colored to resemble Optimus Prime's spark container in the [[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|''Beast Wars'']] episode "[[Optimal Situation]]". Finally, the one included with [[Throne of the Primes]] [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#SDCC2018|Optimal Optimus]] is based on his ''Beast Wars'' Season 1 chest.
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===''War for Cybertron: Siege''===
[[File:TF-Generations-WFC-Siege-Optimus-Prime-Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2018)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Classic Animation Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2019)}}</ul>
:In ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege|Siege]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#War for Cybertron: Siege|Optimus Prime]]'s vehicle mode, opening its windows shows the Matrix of Leadership molded into the plastic. Due to the transformation, the Matrix doesn't end up in the chest in robot mode. The toy was redecoed into ''Siege'' [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#War for Cybertron: Siege|Nemesis Prime]] and ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#War for Cybertron Trilogy|Nemesis Prime]], repurposing the Matrix-detail into the [[Dark Matrix of Leadership#War for Cybertron: Siege|Dark Matrix]].
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===''Golden Lagoon''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Golden Lagoon Convoy''' ([[July 29]], 2018)}}</ul>
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===''Cyberverse''===
[[File:TF-Cyberverse-Ultimate-Class-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|250px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Ultimate Class, 2018/2019)}}</ul>

:For the first Ultimate Class version of ''Cyberverse'' Optimus, The Matrix is represented as a deployable non-removable action feature. The feature is activated by pressing in his left clavicle while in robot mode, or pressing down on the top of his cab in vehicle mode. In fact, you will likely deploy it on accident a lot due to how sensitive the button is, especially during transformation. Once deployed, it can be made to spin by rolling the truck mode forward (powered by the right front wheel) or by spinning the small red wheel on his robot mode side. This causes the clear blue "energy" details to open, revealing the Matrix underneath. This gimmick is gravity dependent, meaning it must be in the correct position to activate properly.

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[[File:TF-Cyberverse-2018-Deluxe-Class-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|250px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2019)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Heroes of Cybertron 3-Pack''' (Deluxe Class 3-pack, [[2022]])}}</ul>
:The Deluxe Class version of ''Cyberverse'' Optimus features another sculpted non-removable Matrix of Leadership. While the Matrix cannot be removed from Prime's chest, it ''can'' have a special [[Fire Blast effect|blast effect]] part plugged into it to emulate a beam of energy shooting out from it.
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===''Collaborative''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''MP-10G Optimus Prime Ecto-35 Edition''' ([[July 19]], 2019)}}</ul>
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''VNR Optimus Prime''' ([[2023]])}}</ul>
:As a repaint of Holiday Optimus Prime, The Matrix included with VNR Optimus Prime is a repaint of the [[Matrix of Holiday Cheer]]. It can be removed from Optimus Prime's chest, though the figure is incapable of holding it in its hands.

===''Generations Selects''===
[[File:Generations Selects Silver Matrix.jpg|upright=1.4|thumb|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Star Convoy''' (2019)}}</ul>
:The ''[[Generations Selects (toyline)|Selects]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Selects|Star Convoy]] retool of ''Power of the Primes'' Optimus Prime includes a compatible Matrix (also used as the "[[Silver Matrix]]") that ''doesn't'' split into 2 pieces. This matrix has a 5 mm post on the bottom and a 5mm hole on top, meant to allow the figure's 2 guns to combine with it into the "Big Bang Cannon." The post makes it wieldable by figures with 5mm fist holes. While the core and frame aren't interchangeable the matrix can be put in the chests of other ''Power of the Primes'' leader class figures.
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===''War for Cybertron: Earthrise''===
[[File:TF-Generations-WFC-E-Optimus-Prime-Matrix.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2020)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Alternate Universe Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2020)}}</ul>
:Both toys of ''[[War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Optimus Prime]] include an opening chest compartment that stores a removable Matrix of Leadership, similar to MP-01, MP-10 and MP-44 Convoy. Prime's opening hands can grasp the handles, and the reverse of the Matrix features a [[5 mm post|5 mm port]], making it surprisingly [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System]]-compatible. Different Matrix sculpts across the ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' would (mostly) use the design of this Matrix as a starting point, though they are largely made from new tooling.
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===''War for Cybertron Trilogy''===
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Battle 3-Pack, 2020)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sa|''' Shattered Glass Optimus Prime & Shattered Glass Ratchet''' (''Selects'' 2-Pack, 2020)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' toy above, ''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (toyline)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#2020Netflix|Optimus Prime]] retains the same Matrix of Leadership, albeit in slightly darker colors. ''War for Cybertron Trilogy / Selects'' [[Optimus Prime (SG)#War for Cybertron Trilogy|Shattered Glass Optimus Prime]] includes a newly-decoed Matrix cast in translucent dark yellow with silver and purple paint applied to the front and was described by [[Hasbro Pulse]] as the ''evil'' Matrix of Leadership.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20210114032604/https://hasbropulse.com/products/transformers-generations-selects-deluxe-wfc-gs17-shattered-glass-ratchet-and-optimus-prime "...the pack features an evil Matrix of Leadership accessory."]</ref>{{-}}

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1p1|'''Spoiler Pack''' (Leader Unboxing, 2021)}}</ul>
:The third ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' Spoiler Pack includes another Matrix accessory. Made of soft, rubberised plastic, this Matrix is molded to a harness that allows it to hook onto [[Megatron (G1)/Generations toys#2021Netflix|the included Megatron]] in both robot and tank modes. The design of this Matrix diverges from all other Matrix accessories released across the ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' in that it is based on the model from the [[Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy (cartoon)|show]]... which, in turn strangely appears to be based on [[Shout! Studios|Shout! Factory]]'s complete ''[[The Transformers (cartoon)|Transformers]]'' [https://tformers.com/reviews.php?op=showcontent&id=1077 DVD box set].

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[[File:Selects Galvatron Matrix.JPG|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' (''Selects'' Leader Class, 2021)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#Galvatron|Kingdom]]'' toy below, ''War for Cybertron Trilogy / Selects'' [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#GS27|Galvatron]] retains the same Matrix of Leadership in green to represent the Creation Matrix as depicted in the [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)|original Marvel comic]] and the [[Galvatron II#Toys|Galvatron II]] toy (and by extension, the [[Star Power]] [[Creation Matrix (GS)|Creation Matrix]]).
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[[File:WFC Trilogy Behold Galvatron Matrix.JPG|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Behold, Galvatron! Unicron Companion Pack''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
:A different redeco of ''Kingdom'' Galvatron, this [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron Trilogy|"Behold, Galvatron!"]] is cast in mostly translucent purple plastics, including a completely unpainted Matrix accessory.
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===''War for Cybertron: Kingdom''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2020)}}</ul>
:A rerelease of the above ''[[#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' toy, ''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Kingdom]]'' Leader Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#K11|Optimus Prime]] retains the same Matrix of Leadership.

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[[File:Kingdom Galvatron Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galvatron''' (Leader Class, 2021)}}</ul>
:''Kingdom'' [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Galvatron]] includes a Matrix of Leadership, similar to the one first included with [[#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|''Earthrise'' Optimus Prime]]. The new molding allows it to mount onto an included plastic chain via 5 mm post, which can rest around Galvatron's neck or attach at the base of the cannon barrel in his alternate mode. Unlike other ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' Matrices, this Matrix is cast in opaque gray plastic, with the silver and gold shell and light blue crystal painted on.

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[[File:Kingdom Rodimus Prime Matrix.jpeg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Prime''' (Commander Class, 2021)}}</ul>
:Another newly-tooled Matrix is included with ''Kingdom'' Commander Class [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Rodimus Prime]], again based on ''Earthrise'' Optimus Prime's. Rodimus Prime can accommodate it in his chest, or hold it with his articulated hands; as with ''Studio Series'' Hot Rod below (who was released first), this Matrix includes an additional effect part that clips on the front to simulate it glowing. The hole on the reverse side of this Matrix is too small for 5 mm integration.
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===''Studio Series''===
[[File:Studio_Series_86_Hot_Rod_Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Hot Rod''' (Voyager Class, [[2020]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Hot Rod''' (Voyager Class, [[2026]])}}</ul>
:''Another'' different tooling to the all of the above, ''[[Studio Series]]'' 86-04 [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Studio Series|Autobot Hot Rod]]'s Matrix comes with an additional effect part (a different one from the one included with ''Kingdom'' Rodimus Prime) that clips over the front to recreate the iconic scene from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', thanks to Hot Rod's articulation. The hole on the reverse side is too ''large'' to accommodate 5 mm accessories. Compared to similar sculpts, this Matrix lacks the bumps on the sides of the orb and the radial lines on the top left and bottom right sections. Oddly enough, those lines are still present on the reverse side. The "MTMTE Collection" release of Hot Rod leaves the Matrix unpainted and the effect part is no longer included.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultra Magnus''' (Commander Class, [[2023]])}}</ul>
:The Matrix included with ''Studio Series'' [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Studio Series Ultra Magnus|Ultra Magnus]] is cast in clear plastic and painted over. It can store in his chest. Unfortunately, due to the Matrix being too small, he can only hold it with two fingers. Out-of-the-box, the Matrix is inserted upside down in his chest, a mistake that is also present in the instructions and packaging, the latter of which amusingly makes it look like the Matrix can launch out of his chest.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Gamer Edition Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2023)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, [[2025]])}}</ul>
:A ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (games)|War for Cybertron]]''-accurate Matrix is included with ''Studio Series'' [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Studio Series|Gamer Edition Optimus Prime]]. It has a 5 mm port on the back to store in Prime’s chest. As the chest peg is painted, it is sized slightly smaller than normal to allow for tolerance, but as a result some copies have very slightly loose connections. This Matrix happens to be loosely compatible with ''Studio Series'' Hot Rod's Matrix glow effect.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Limited Edition Battle Damage Ver.)''' (Deluxe Class, 2024)}}</ul>
:This Matrix is based on its appearance in [[Transformers One (film)|''Transformers One'']] and is included with ''Studio Series'' [[Optimus Prime (One)#Studio Series|112 Optimus Prime]]. Unlike prior Matrix toys, this one is held by tabbing into slots on the outsides of Prime's knuckles instead of needing opening hands. It is painted the traditional Generation 1 colors of silver and orange instead of the film's full gold.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Commander Class, 2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Battle Damage Limited Edition)''' (Commander Class, 2025)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Energon Universe Optimus Prime''' (2026)}}</ul>
:Included with Commander Class '86 [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Studio Series|Optimus Prime]], this Matrix is another one based on the ''Earthrise'' design with minor sculpt differences. Again due to its small size, this Prime can only hold the Matrix with his index fingers. The port on the back is ''slightly'' larger than 5 mm.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' (Leader Class, 2025)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the Matrix accessory included with ''[[#War For Cybertron: Kingdom|Kingdom]]'' [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Galvatron]], this version uses a brighter shade of orange than the original. The chain necklace is retained for this release.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Devastation Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2025)}}</ul>
:Included with the Deluxe Class Devastation Optimus Prime, this small unpainted Matrix can be stored in Prime's chest, and features two pegs on either side of its casing which can be inserted into recesses beneath Prime's thumbs, allowing the figure to hold it without needing opening hands.
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===''Premium Finish''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2021)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#Siege|Siege]]'' toy above, ''[[Transformers Premium Finish|Premium Finish]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Premium Finish|Optimus Prime]] retains the Matrix of Leadership detail.

===''Legacy''===
[[File:Legacy Laser Optimus Matrix.jpg|300px|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Laser Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-cm|'''Robots in Disguise 2000 Universe Scourge''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d2|'''G2 Universe Toxitron''' (Leader Class, 2023)}}</ul>
:''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' Leader Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Legacy|Laser Optimus Prime]], and his redecoes [[Scourge (RID)#Legacy|Robots in Disguise 2000 Universe Scourge]] and [[Toxitron (Universe)#Legacy|G2 Universe Toxitron]], include a Matrix accessory that can be removed from their opening chest. The hole on the reverse side is a 5 mm port, and as such is compatible with many contemporary accessories, though its intended home seems to be the thin peg on Prime's axe accessory, allowing the Autobot leader to have a huge, Matrix-powered sword (among other possible combinations).

:Though thinner and flatter than other Matrices released across the ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' toylines, it is still compatible with the energy aura blast effects included with ''Kingdom'' Rodimus Prime and ''Studio Series'' Hot Rod, so that's neat.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galvatron''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
:A rerelease of the above ''[[#K28|Kingdom]]'' toy, ''Legacy'' Leader Class [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Legacy|Galvatron]] retains the same Matrix of Leadership.

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[[File:TF-Legacy-Armada-Universe-Optimus-Prime-Matrix.jpg|300px|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Armada Universe Optimus Prime''' (Commander Class, 2023)}}</ul>
:Based on its appearance in the ''Armada'' cartoon, Prime includes a removable Matrix inside the front panel of his chest. The Matrix itself is cast in clear plastic and painted gold on its front surface, and attaches to a red 5mm post. This allows the Matrix to look like its typical depiction in the show when removed, but also to appear in its "activated" state when inside Prime's chest.

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[[File:TF-Legacy-United-Deluxe-G1-Universe-Optimus-Prime-Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''G1 Universe Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2024)}}</ul>

:The ''Legacy'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#LegacyUnited|G1 Universe Optimus Prime]] also comes with a translucent Matrix of Leadership painted with clear blue, inspired by the accessories from the New Year Special Convoy and the ''Missing Link'' iterations.
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Fractured Friendship 2-Pack''' (2-pack, 2024)}}</ul>
:''Legacy: United'' "Security Officer Orion Pax" is an extensive retool of ''[[Studio Series]]'' [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Studio Series|Gamer Edition Optimus Prime]] based on his appearance in "[[Chaos Theory Part 1|Chaos Theory]]" and the pre-war portions of ''[[The Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|More than Meets the Eye]]''. He retains the original Gamer Edition mold's Matrix accessory (and its ability to be stored in his chest) without changes, which unfortunately means the accessory is inaccurate to its appearance in the IDW comics the rest of the figure is based on.

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[[File:HasLab Omega Prime Matrix.jpg|150px|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Omega Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
:*''Series'': ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Robots in Disguise 2001]]'' / ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]''
{{toydesigner|[[Evan Brooks]] (Hasbro), [[Hisashi Yuki]] (TakaraTomy)<ref>[[January 30]], [[2024]]'s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sodl6lRkifQ Hasbro Pulse | Transformers: Legacy RID 2001 Omega Prime HasLab Fanstream | January 2024] on YouTube, with [[Ben MacCrae]] and [[Evan Brooks]].</ref>|[[Hiroyuki Taiga]] (concept artist),<ref>[https://youtu.be/PdsHMGVDZFg?si=7IIIhq2AU8jwMnSx Interview] with [[Hasbro]] designer [[Evan Brooks]] on the Triple Takeover podcast, from their YouTube channel</ref> [[Studio DTW|Dave White]] (product photography), [[Nick (Hasbro)|Nick]] and [[Tony Colella]] (sculptors),<ref name = "Missile Stream">[[March 7]], 2024's [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Pkz6oTI7W4 Hasbro Pulse | Transformers 40th Anniversary Fanstream | March 7, 2024] on YouTube, with [[Ben MacCrae]], [[Evan Brooks]] and [[Mark Maher]].</ref> [[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging artist)<ref>[[January 10]], [[2025]]'s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jDy2WuiQumE Transformers: Legacy Robots in Disguise 2001 Omega Prime HasLab - Official Unboxing!] with [[Emily Bader]] and [[Evan Brooks]].</ref>
}}

:Part of the fourth [[Hasbro Pulse#HasLab|HasLab]] campaign, two "Matrix of Leadership accessories" are included in this enormous ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' box set of the two ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Robots in Disguise]]'' commanders: one reproducing [[Optimus Prime (RID)#Legacy|Optimus Prime / Fire Convoy]]'s original "[[Energon Matrix#Legacy|Energon Matrix]]" molded chest detail as a removable accessory and one for [[Ultra Magnus (RID)#Legacy|God Magnus]]'s previously only mentioned Energon Matrix. (Ultra Magnus did not have an established Matrix of Leadership prior to this toy.)

:Omega Prime was revealed on [[January 30]], [[2024]], with the crowdfunding campaign beginning soon after. The project reached 50% funding in only 24 hours, beating all three previous ''Transformers'' HasLabs. It reached full funding on [[February 9]]th, [[2024]], in only ten days - three times quicker than the previous record holder, [[Deathsaurus (G1)#Legacy|Deathsaurus]].<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Exciting news! The #HasLab campaign for #Transformers: Legacy #RobotsInDisguise 2001 #OmegaPrime has achieved its goal with 10,000 backers! A massive thank you to all the incredible fans who made this possible – your support has truly brought Omega Prime to life!|link=https://twitter.com/HasbroPulse/status/1756013964993991002|site=Twitter|name=Hasbro Pulse|year=2024|month=2|day=9}}</ref> At the closing bell on March 14, the set clocked in at 28,230 backers, beating the previous Transformers record by quite a fair margin (Deathsaurus again, with 27,442) and coming in second only to ''Marvel Legends'' Galactus as the most successful project in HasLab history.<ref>[https://hasbropulse.com/collections/haslab/products/transformers-legacy-robots-in-disguise-2001-omega-prime The Omega Prime HasLab campaign] at [[Hasbro Pulse]]</ref>

:Omega Prime first started shipping to backers, beginning with those living in New Zealand, in March 2025.
::*''[https://www.instagram.com/p/C2vNqMmuIwP/ Designer commentary on ''Legacy'' Omega Prime from Evan Brooks on Instagram]''
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===''Shattered Glass Collection''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sa|'''Ultra Magnus''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
:A recolor of the Matrix accessory included with ''Legacy'' Laser Optimus Prime. Magnus also includes red versions of the sword and axe that Laser Optimus Prime comes with, meaning that all three can be combined, and indeed they are in the figure's [[stock photography]].

<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sad|'''Rodimus / Sideswipe & Decepticon Whisper''' (2023)}}</ul>
:A recolor of the Matrix accessory included with ''Studio Series'' 86-04 Autobot Hot Rod. Painted in silver and dark grey over red translucent plastic, and coming with a recolor of the original's effect part, also in red.
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===''LEGO''===
[[File:Lego-toy OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' ([[June 1]], 2022)}}</ul>
:[[LEGO]] Optimus Prime includes a removable brick-built Matrix accessory. As the small size of the Matrix means it is not possible to depict both the opaque orange casing and translucent blue core with LEGO bricks, the model splits the difference and features a translucent orange core. The handles of the Matrix feature studs that can peg into Optimus' fingertips, allowing him to properly wield the artifact.
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===''Canon/Transformers''===
[[File:TF-Canon-Transformers-Optimus-Prime-R5.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime R5''' (2023)}}</ul>
:''[[Canon/Transformers]]'' Optimus Prime includes a uniquely styled version of the Matrix of Leadership that can be pegged onto his lens in camera mode, just behind the front element. The Matrix can be also be pegged into his palms and grasped by his articulated hands.
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===''Missing Link''===
[[File:TF-Missing-Link-C-02-Convoy-Anime-Color.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (Anime Edition)''' (2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Sentinel Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Both releases of ''[[Missing Link]]'' Convoy include removable Matrices that can store within their cab. The standard release includes a gold chrome Matrix, while the Anime Edition has one painted in animation-accurate metallic orange and silver. Convoy features articulated knuckles which allow the figure to hold the Matrix in its hands. The inner Matrix chamber is removable and reveals molded driver/passenger seats like the original toy, if one prefers that look.
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultra Magnus''' (2026)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Delta Magnus''' (2026)}}</ul>
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===''Reactivate''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Soundwave / Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
: ''[[Transformers: Reactivate|Reactivate]]'' Optimus Prime features an opening chest and includes a minor repaint of the Matrix included with ''[[War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Optimus Prime]].
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===Target===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Target Optimus Prime and Autobot Bullseye''' (2024)}}</ul>
:As a repaint of ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' Leader Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Legacy|Laser Optimus Prime]], Target Optimus Prime includes a repaint of that Prime's Matrix, which is removable and stores inside his chest.
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===Lunar Cruiser Prime===
[[File:Lunar Cruiser OP.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Lunar Cruiser Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
: Produced in collaboration with Japanese space agency {{w|JAXA}} and {{w|Toyota}}, Lunar Cruiser Prime features a non-removable Matrix of Leadership visible through his windshield chest.
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===''One''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime/Orion Pax''' (2024)}}</ul>

:Released as part of the ''[[Transformers One (toyline)|Transformers One]]'' toyline, Prime Changers Orion Pax/Optimus Prime includes a tiny removable Matrix that stores on the backside of his truck bumper, which then folds up into his chest, though is not directly accessible from the chest window itself like most Optimus toys with removable Matrices. This Matrix can be held via a pair of [[5 mm post]]s.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Power Flip Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Power Flip Optimus Prime features a removable Matrix which attaches to the flip-out chest armor that deploys from Prime's chest.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Energon Matrix Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Energon Matrix Optimus Prime is a non-transforming figure that has a gimmick involving his chest flipping from Prime's cogless chest to a sculpted Matrix of Leadership.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultimate Energon Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Ultimate Energon Optimus Prime includes a removable Matrix that pegs into his chest. While the Matrix is removable, the figure hand's can't hold it.

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[[File:TF-One-Brave-Commander-Optimus-Prime-Matrix-of-Leadership.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Brave Commander Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Another larger format Optimus Prime toy, this time released by [[TakaraTomy]], Brave Commander Optimus Prime also features a removable Matrix of Leadership. The figure has articulated knuckles, so the Matrix can be held in its hands.
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===''Dramatic Capture Series''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Headquarters''' (2024)}}</ul>
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===''Synergex''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime Type MFS-3 Kiryu''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Part of [[TakaraTomy]]'s ''[[T-SPARK|Synergex]]'' [[Godzilla]] crossover, Optimus Prime Type MFS-3 Kiryu is a repaint of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Legacy|Laser Optimus Prime]], and includes a repaint of that Prime's removable Matrix.

[[File:T-SPARK Synergenex Liolaeus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rathalos Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Silver Rathalos Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>

:Released as part of [[TakaraTomy]]'s ''[[T-SPARK|Synergex]]'' series of crossover toys, "Rathalos Prime" includes a "Rathalos Matrix" (or "Collaboration Matrix" based on Hasbro copy) bearing the insignia of a [https://mhworld.kiranico.com/en/items/rM2Al/rathalos-ruby Rathalos Ruby] in its center. The Matrix can be held via the 5 mm posts at either end of its casing. While the figure's chest does not open for Matrix storage, there is a peg within the dragon head/tail assembly for mounting it, where it can remain in either mode.
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Evangelion Unit-01 × Optimus Prime''' (2026)}}</ul>
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===''MPG''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sa|'''Shattered Glass Optimus Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime Style Gen.''' (2026)}}</ul>
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===Bump of Chicken===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2025)}}</ul>
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===''Age of the Primes''===
[[File:TF-AOTP-Prima-Prime-Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-pr1|'''The Thirteen Prima Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2025)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''AOTP-07'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date:'' [[2025]] [[July 26]]
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref name=AOTPreveal>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjmcMC9nNoA Transformers Age of the Primes Reveal | Dive into the Legacy of the Thirteen Primes | Hasbro Pulse] with [[Mark Maher]] and [[Nate Purswell]]</ref>
:''[[Transformers: Age of the Primes|Age of the Primes]]'' [[Prima#Age_of_the_Primes|Prima Prime]] includes a recolor of the Matrix accessory included with ''Earthrise'' Optimus Prime in a deco based on the [[Origin Matrix]] as it appeared in ''[[Restoration|Another Light, Part Four]]'', though it is referred to as the Matrix of Leadership in the figure's product description (and was even referred to as the Creation Matrix by designers<ref name=AOTPreveal/>). Much like the Origin Matrix or the "Aligned" continuity Matrix of Leadership, this Matrix can attach to the hilt of the included [[Star Saber (Thirteen)|Star Saber]] accessory or store inside an opening chest compartment on Prima himself via 5mm pegs.
::*''[https://www.instagram.com/p/DDYFD0uxHq_/ Designer commentary on Prima Prime from Mark Maher on Instagram]''

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[[File:AOTP Silver Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=2|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-pr13|'''The Thirteen Star Optimus Prime''' (Titan Class, 2025)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''AOTP-10'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date:'' [[2025]] [[August 30]]
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Shuhei Umezu]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref name = "Cybertron Con 2024">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjmcMC9nNoA Transformers Age of the Primes Reveal | Dive into the Legacy of the Thirteen Primes | Hasbro Pulse] with [[Mark Maher]] and [[Nate Purswell]]</ref>
:Titan Class ''[[Transformers: Age of the Primes|Age of the Primes]]'' "[[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Age of the Primes|Star Optimus Prime]]" features a "sword hilt" adapter doohickey sculpted after the "[[#Generations Selects|Silver Matrix]]" included with the ''[[Generations Selects (toyline)|Generations Selects]]'' iteration of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Generations Selects|Star Convoy]] and featuring the addition of even more 5mm compatibility in the form of another paired peg and port running through its face. The included rifle and turret/blaster can combine with the hilt to form a longer rifle, reproducing the "Big Bang Cannon." The multitudinous [[Fire Blast effect|blast effects]] typical of the Titan size class can be combined with the hilt to produce its headlining new configuration: a big honking flaming sword. Lastly the hilt can be used as a dias to center the figure's "[[Zodiac#Age of the Primes|Zodiac orb]]" accessory in the figure's otherwise cavernous chest cavity.

::*''Designer commentary on ''Age of the Primes'' Star Optimus Prime from Mark Maher on Instagram:''
::**''[https://www.instagram.com/p/DFElvtSsqoe/ Part I]''
::**''[https://www.instagram.com/p/DFOshCXs2gV/ Part II]''
::*''[[Source:Transformers Age of the Primes bios#AOTP10|Machine translation of Star Optimus Prime's TakaraTomy bio]]''
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Ultra Magnus, Autobot Bumper VS Horri-Bull, Nemesis Prime ''' (Multi-pack, [[2025]])}}</ul>
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===''Spotlight''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Multi-pack, 2026)}}</ul>
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===''Authentics''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Prime Changer, 2026)}}</ul>
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==Merchandise==
===MC Axis===
[[File:Mcaxis hot rod.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Hot Rod''' (model kit, 1996)}}</ul>
:This Japanese "garage kit" of [[Hot Rod (G1)/merchandise#MC Axis|Hot Rod]] consists of an unpainted, unassembled resin model from [[MC Axis]], with two versions of the Matrix of Leadership: one standard, fairly useless one (since Hot Rod lacks either a chest compartment to hold it, or articulated hands to grip it), and a second sculpted with a pair of hands clutching its handles, which can be swapped out for Hot Rod's normal hands, allowing him to hoist it aloft.

:The kit is not known for its exceptional quality control - numerous unsightly air bubbles in the plastic are not an uncommon thing to encounter.

:*''[http://groups.google.com/group/alt.toys.transformers/msg/4512c7fd76f8e8ee Fan review of the Hot Rod and Elita One model kits]''
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===''Metalforce''===
[[File:Metalforce matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Metalforce Convoy''' (2000)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Metalforce Convoy Metalic Version''' {{sic}} (2000)}}</ul>
:A Matrix of Leadership accessory is included with both the standard ''[[Metalforce]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Metalforce|Optimus Prime]] and its metallic redeco, cast in translucent blue plastic and painted over. The Matrix fits into its traditional cavity in Prime's chest, and a panel can then be placed on top of it to hide it from view; alternatively, the panel can be left out, allowing the Matrix to remain visible through Prime's chest windows. For whatever reason, the figures also came with an uncut, unpainted version of the Matrix (and all of Prime's other accessories) as well.

::*''[http://www.transformertoys.co.uk/content.php?/transformers-toys/toy-gallery/882/MetalForce+Collection/Optimus+Prime.html More information on Metalforce Convoy at Transformers @ The Moon]''
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===''Super Collection Figure''===
[[File:Scf matrices.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Convoy with Matrix''' (2000)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Convoy with Matrix''' (2001)}}</ul>
:The Matrix made its first appearance in Taraka's ''[[Heroes of Cybertron (toyline)|Super Collection Figure]]'' series of PVC figurines in the hands of the rare Rodimus Prime [[chase figure]] from the line's second "act". Both Rodimus and the Matrix were cast entirely in translucent colored plastic, as the Autobot leader held the talisman in both hands, in the process of opening it.

:The Matrix-bearing Rodimus chase figure was re-released as a standard figure for the fourth ''Super Collection Figure'' wave, this time as both a standard, solid-color figure and a metallic silver "pewter" version, both available at one each per standard case of twelve. In eight out of every ten cases, the pewter figure came with the right leg of the wave's collectable [[Metroplex (G1)#Super Collection Figure|Metroplex]] "build-a-figure".

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy with Matrix''' (2001)}}</ul>
:The Matrix made another appearance in the hands of a chase figure with this metallic silver Optimus Prime from the fifth ''Super Collection Figure'' act. The Matrix's translucent blue core is the only part of the figure not covered in silver paint.
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===''Mega Super Collection Figure''===
[[File:MegaSCF matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy TV Version''' (2002)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Metallic Version''' (2002)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Battle Damage Version''' (2002)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Hot Rodimus''' (2002)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Convoy''' (2002)}}</ul>
:The same Matrix accessory, cast in grey plastic with orange paint on the casing and metallic silver on the core, was included with the various ''[[Heroes of Cybertron (toyline)#Mega SCF|Mega Super Collection Figure]]'' versions of Optimus Prime and Rodimus Prime. None of the figures had compartments to store the Matrix, nor hands equipped to hold it in the normal way: the most any of the five figures can manage is to cup or balance it in their "open palm" alternate hands.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Cybertron/MegaSCFRodimusConvoy/rodimusconvoy.htm More information on Mega SCF Rodimus Convoy at TFU.info]''
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===''KT Figure Collection''===
[[File:TF-KT-Figure-Collection-Optimus-Prime-Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2004)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Revival Version''' (2004)}}</ul>
:The bust of Optimus Prime released as part of the ''[[KT Figure Collection]]'' features a removable Matrix with some atypical green detailing. Visible through Prime's chest windows, the Matrix is revealed when a lever on Prime's back is pressed, opening his chest and pushing the Matrix forward. The Matrix remained in the silver "Revival Version" redeco available exclusively through ''[[Figure Ō]]'' magazine.

::*''[http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/kt_figure/transformers/index.html More information on KT Figure Collection Convoy at the official website]''
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===First 4 Figures===
[[File:Sd ultramagnus statue.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''SD Ultra Magnus''' (statue, 2006)}}</ul>
:Seeking to produce a [[super deformed]] ''Transformers'' statue, [[First 4 Figures]] teamed up with Transformers fan site [http://www.tfw2005.com TFW2005.com] to run a contest that would allow fans to design their own. The winning design, depicting an unhappy Ultra Magnus after an amusingly unfortunate attempt at opening the Matrix of Leadership, was created by fan Xu Wei (aka Iron Bird), and was limited to only 500 pieces. A variant edition of the statue was also produced, redecoing Magnus in the color scheme of his ''Diaclone'' precursor, Powered Convoy, and was even more limited at only 100 pieces.

::*''[http://www.angelfire.com/planet/reminator6/HTML/autob/magnussdf.htm More information on SD Ultra Magnus at an Ultra Magnus fan site]''
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===Diamond Select Toys===
[[File:DiamondMatrixStatue.JPG|thumb|Deus sold separately]]
*'''Autobot Matrix of Leadership''' (2006)
:[[Diamond Select Toys]] produced a human-scaled replica of the Matrix. Weighing six pounds, it was sculpted by Robert Lee and is a limited edition of 1,000 pieces. The Matrix can be picked up off its Autobot-symbol base, and held by the finger holes in the handgrips — and while it does not open, it can "light your darkest hour," with internal electronics that make the central crystal orb pulse in blue, green, red, yellow, and pink. The base also has a removable [[Key to Vector Sigma]] accessory, which activates the electronics when placed in the base.

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[[File:AAUnicron statue.jpg|thumb|"YOU! SHALL NOT! PAAAASSS!!!"]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Unicron Movie Statue''' (Diamond Select, [[2007]])}}</ul>
:This statue of Hot Rod and Unicron stands 8 ½” tall and was limited to 1,986 pieces (as in 1986, the year the original animated movie was released). Hot Rod stands in the center of the piece, holding the Matrix of Leadership aloft, as Unicron looms behind him.

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[[File:Diamondselect matrices.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Optimus Prime (top), G1 Animated (middle), Powermaster (bottom) and Final Battle (main).]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (bust, 2007)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Final Battle Optimus Prime''' (Action Figure Xpress exclusive bust, 2007)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''G1 Animated Optimus Prime''' (San Diego Comic Con exclusive bust, 2008)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Powermaster Optimus Prime''' (unreleased bust, 2008)}}</ul>
:The Matrix of Leadership was a regular fixture on Diamond Select's array of Optimus Prime busts, appearing as sculpted detail on the standard base piece shared by the Optimus Prime, G1 Animated Optimus Prime, and unreleased Powermaster Optimus Prime busts. The same base was used for the Final Battle Optimus Prime bust, which represents the character after his climactic battle with Megatron, but the Matrix was removed (replaced with a panel displaying Prime's life-signs) and instead included as a removable accessory that fits in the bust's hand.
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===''Revoltech''===
[[File:Revoltech matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2007)}}</ul>
:''Revoltech'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Revoltech|Optimus Prime]] comes with a Matrix accessory. Alas, like his ''Mega SCF'' incarnations before him ([[#Mega Super Collection Figure|see above]]), ''Revoltech'' Prime cannot store it in his chest, and is unable to grasp it with any of his various alternate hands, with the only possible means of interaction being to precariously balance the Matrix in his open palm.
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===''Robot Heroes''===
[[File:RH Prime vs Unicron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Shiny.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Optimus Prime vs Unicron''' (2007)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Single-pack, 2008)}}</ul>
:[[Super deformed]] ''[[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'' Optimus Prime is depicted opening the Matrix of Leadership to light the Autobots' darkest hour.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/RHOptimusPrimeMatrix/optimusprime.htm More information on Robot Heroes Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Mecha Nations''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2014)}}</ul>
:Created by [[Kids Logic]], this super deformed "G1" [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Mehca Nations|Optimus Prime]] has a light-up, non-removable Matrix in his chest.

===''Ultimetal''===
[[File:Ultimetal Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2014)}}</ul>
:*''ID number:'' '''UM-01'''
:''Ultimetal'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Ultimetal|Optimus Prime]] is a large, extensively detailed figure produced by [[Art Storm]]. He comes with two different Matrix accessories: a smaller one that stores in his chest, where it can be lit up by an LED, and a larger one that can be held in his hands and lights up on its own. The larger Matrix can be displayed alongside Prime on a separate pedestal based on the [[#Diamond Select Toys|Diamond Select replica]]'s.
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===''EX Gōkin''===
[[File:EXGokin Matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2014)}}</ul>
:Art Storm also produced ''EX Gōkin'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#EX Gōkin|Convoy]], a much smaller Optimus Prime action figure with a non-removable Matrix molded into its chest compartment.
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===Prime 1 Studio===
[[File:Prime 1 Studio Matrix of Leadership.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron''' (May 2014)}}</ul>
:*''Movie:'' '''''Revenge of the Fallen'''''
:*''ID number:'' '''MMTFM-01S'''
:*''Accessories'': Base

:A replica of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Matrix of Leadership was included with an exclusive version of the [[Prime 1 Studio]] ''Museum Masterline'' [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#Prime 1 Studio|Megatron]] statue based on the same movie. It comes with its own base.
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===''D-Style''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2015)}}</ul>
:*''ID number:'' '''43'''
:The ''[[D-Style]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#D-Style|Convoy]] model kit comes with a Matrix that stores in his chest. It was redecoed into [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#D-Style|Black Convoy]]'s [[Dead Matrix]].
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===Hot Toys===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Starscream Version)''' (2015)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Megatron Version)''' (2015)}}</ul>
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===Soldier Story===
[[File:Soldier-Story-Unicron-lamp.jpeg|thumb|Magic lamp]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Unicron''' (2017)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories:'' Hot Rod, Hot Rod clear stand, remote control, USB power cable

:The [[Soldier Story Toys]] [[Unicron/toys#Soldier Story|Unicron]] table lamp stands over 26" tall and is bedecked with over 70 LEDs of various colors all over it. It also projects the movie-style Decepticon [[insignia]] above it. The lamp also includes a 6" Hot Rod holding the Matrix of Leadership.
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===Imaginarium Art===
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===Flame Toys===
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===Super7===
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===''R.E.D. [Robot Enhanced Design]''===
[[File:TF-R.E.D.-Optimus-Prime.jpg|200px|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2020)}}</ul>

:''[[Transformers R.E.D.]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#R.E.D. .5BRobot Enhanced Design.5D|Optimus Prime]] includes an opening chest compartment that stores a removable Matrix of Leadership.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' (2022)}}</ul>
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===Minimates===
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===Icon Heroes===
[[File:Icon-Heroes-Matrix-Bookend.jpg|thumb|Wait, the blue orb isn't supposed to split in half... [[Chaos Part Four: Genesis|is it?]]]]
*'''Matrix of Leadership Bookend''' (2022)
: A set of bookends made in the form of the original Matrix of Leadership, it measures 6.2 x 8.4 x 4 inches (15.75 x 21.33 x 10.16 cm) in size and weighs approximately 6 pounds (2.72 kg). Made of polystone, it was produced by Icon Heroes and was limited to 2,000 sets.

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*'''Matrix of Leadership Bookend (Golden Lagoon Exclusive)''' (2023)
: Inspired by the Transformers episode "[[The Golden Lagoon (episode)|The Golden Lagoon]]", this redeco of the above bookend set depicts the entire Matrix of Leadership (save for its blue center) coated in [[electrum]] after the Autobots dipped into the titular golden lagoon,<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20240303064936/https://www.iconheroes.com/collections/transformers/products/transformers-matrix-of-leadership-bookend-golden-lagoon-exclusive Icon Heroes listing:] "Inspired by the Transformers episode The Golden Lagoon where Autobots and Decepticons are protected in electrum coating after dipping into a golden lagoon[...]"</ref> even though the Matrix wasn't introduced to audiences until ''The Transformers: The Movie'' released, ten months after the episode was first broadcast. Again made of polystone, it was available exclusively on Icon Heroes' web storefronts and was limited to 300 sets.

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===CultureFly===
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[[File:CultureFlyOneMatrix.jpg|thumb|YOU'RE NOT WORTHY TO OPEN ME. NOT EVEN YOU, RICK.]]
*'''Transformers One Matrix of Leadership Replica''' (2024)
: Made in the form of the Matrix of Leadership as seen in [[Transformers One (film)|''Transformers One'']], this static replica of the Matrix measures 10 x 6.6 x 3 inches (25 x 17 x 8.5 cm) in size. It is cast in metallic gold vinyl and features openings on both sides for owners to see the blue orb inside, which has gold glitter applied to it to emulate its glow as it doesn't have electronics. This Matrix also has some paint applications on the front and back for extra detailing, but while the both sides have blue and yellow paint in the same spots, only the front has black paint applied. It uses two pegs to connect into its black display stand, which has the film's logo applied on both sides in gold paint. Unfortunately, this Matrix does not feature any opening functions, and the openings in the handles are each less than half an inch in size (smaller than 1 cm, actually) making most owners unable to easily fit their fingers in like most media depictions of the Matrix opening in [[The Transformers (franchise)|G1]]. This Matrix was produced by [[CultureFly]] and was exclusively sold at [[Walmart]]. A year after ''Transformers One'''s release, overstock of these were found being sold at discount stores for roughly half off.

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===''Transformers × Mini World''===
[[File:MiniWorldGalvatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.40|]]
*'''Galvatron''' (2023)

: ''[[Transformers × Mini World]]'' Galvatron includes a flat, grey Matrix of Leadership which can mount on the wall of his mini-base, or be held in his hands via a peg on its bottom.
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===''Blokees''===
====Galaxy/Shining Version====
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''X Yearly Version - The Golden Lagoon''' (2023)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Shining Version, 2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Pink)''' (Galaxy Version, 2024)}}</ul>

: First introduced in Blokees' first X Yearly Version box set, the light-up Optimus Prime kit comes with a Matrix accessory and a support stand. It features a pair of tabs on each handle, compatible with most ''Galaxy/Shining Version'' kits that include open-palm hands, not just Prime.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Orion Pax COGGED''' (Galaxy Version, 2024)}}</ul>

: The Cogged Orion Pax kit from the seventh wave of the/second ''One''-based ''Galaxy Version'' line features a newly-tooled Matrix based on the macguffin in the movie. It functions identically with the G1-based accessory above.

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====Action Edition====
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime/Orion Pax''' (2025)}}</ul>

: Both iterations of the ''Action Edition'' Optimus Prime model kits came with their respective Matrices.

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====Classic Class====
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Classic Class, 2024)}}</ul>

: The Deluxe Class ''Classic Class'' Optimus Prime (One) kit includes a Matrix of Leadership, featuring a translucent blue crystal that illuminates from the torso frame. The accessory can be removed, but the head, back piece, and upper neck collar parts must be removed first to access it.

: The Matrix is entirely metallic gray, as it was molded in the same runners as other similarly metallic gray parts.

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====Defender Version====
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Special Galaxy Type Rodimus Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Special Armor Type Rodimus Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
:*''Series:'' '''Defender Version 04 - Tyrant's Fury'''

: The fourth wave of the ''Defender Version'' blind-boxes includes a smaller version of the Matrix accessory found in the chase variant of the Rodimus Prime kits. The Special Galaxy Type variant has an unpainted Matrix, while the Special Armor Type version features added gold details for greater accuracy. Both accessories come with an effect part.

: Aside from Rodimus, other kits with 3.4mm hands can hold the accessory. However, certain kits, such as those in the Galaxy Version line, can hold them, but the clenched middle finger on the fist would likely chip off the painted detail from the Special Armor Type version of the accessory.

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==References==
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Matrix of Leadership/toys

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The '''[[Matrix of Leadership]]''' will lighten your darkest wallet.

==Toys==
===''Robots in Disguise'' (2001)===
[[File:RIDtoy primes matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Super Class, [[2001]])}}</ul>
:When in his [[Super Mode]]. the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] [[Optimus Prime (RID)#Robots in Disguise (2001)|Optimus Prime]] has a little door on his chest that opens to reveal a sculpted, non-removable Matrix. In Japanese fiction, this was not the Matrix of Leadership, but rather a mere [[Energon Matrix]], the like of which had been seen in toy form before with [[Lio Convoy]] and [[Big Convoy]].

:The Matrix remained when Prime was redecoed for the ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 franchise)|Universe]]'' ([[#Universe (2003)|see below]]) and ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' ([[#Cybertron|below again]]) toylines, and was also present in both the exclusive Clear and Black versions of the figure available in Japan... but being Japanese figures, that technically means it's not the Matrix of Leadership on them!

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''The Transformers''===
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[[File:G1toy diecast matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''New Year Special Convoy''' ([[2002]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' ([[2005]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron II''' (2005)}}</ul>
:The first true Matrix of Leadership toy was a silver [[die-cast]] metal accessory which came with [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s "New Year Special" reissue of the original [[The Transformers (toyline)|The Transformers]] Optimus Prime figure. The Matrix came with a removable chain that allowed it to be looped around the head of Prime or any other figure you chose to give it to, and when flipped upside-down, it could also clip over the ''[[Diaclone]]''-holdover cockpit seats inside Prime's opening chest compartment.

:This Matrix was [[redeco]]ed in gold for inclusion with Takara's 2005 reissue of the original [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#PurpleReissue|Galvatron]] toy, and in green (specifically representing its appearance as the Creation Matrix in the Marvel Comics series) for the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive [[Galvatron II#Toys|Galvatron II]] redeco. Years later, the original silver version of the Matrix was included as part of the "[[Hot Rod (G1)/toys|Rodimus]] vs. [[Cyclonus (G1)/toys|Cyclonus]]" set in the 2010 ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)|Transformers]]'' toyline ([[#Transformers (2010)|see below]]).

:The Creation Matrix was used as the Green Matrix in ''[[Generations Selects Special Comic]]''.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Cybertron/NewYearsConvoy/nyconvoy.htm More information on New Year Special Convoy at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Destron/Galvatron/galvatron.htm More information on reissue Galvatron at TFU.info]''
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===''Armada''===
[[File:Armadatoy matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Super Base, 2002/[[2003]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Shining Gold Convoy''' (Super Base, 2003)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Powerlinx Optimus Prime''' (Super Base, 2003)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Battle for the Matrix''' (Multi-pack, 2003)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Magna Convoy DX Set''' (Multi-pack, 2003)}}</ul>
:The large version of ''[[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|Armada]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Toys|Optimus Prime]] has a non-removable Matrix of Leadership hidden behind the flip-down grill on his chest. This feature was kept for the various [[redeco]]s of this mold, gaining a blue center for Prime's "Powerlinx" redeco, and being entirely chromed when the figure got the gold chrome treatment as a Lucky Draw figure. Some further coloration changes were made when the figure was redecoed during the ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' toyline ([[#Energon|see below]]).

:Although this mold was never redecoed into [[Nemesis Prime (Armada)|Nemesis Prime]], the ''[[Linkage (comic)|Linkage]]'' mini-comics exploited the two characters' physical similarity to essentially [[repurposing|repurpose]] this Matrix into the [[Doomstone]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Armada Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.luckydrawtransformers.com/toy/gallery/review/gold+super+mode+convoy/1084/gold+super+mode+convoy.html More information on Shining Gold Convoy at Lucky Draw Transformers]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Powerlinx Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/KMartPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Battle for the Matrix Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Universe'' (2003)===
[[File:Universe2003toy rid prime matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Supreme Class, 2003)}}</ul>

:Although ''Robots in Disguise'' Optimus Prime got a lemon-yellow makeover for the ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' toyline, the Matrix beneath their chest-panel remained the same as ever.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/TFUOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Universe'' Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Energon''===
[[File:Energontoy armada prime redeco matrix.jpg|thumb|Matrix of [[Halloween]]]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime and Overload''' (Multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>
:While the new-mold Optimus Prime toys created for the ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' toyline lacked any kind of Matrix (instead featuring the [[Spark of Combination]] in a very Matrix-esque middle-of-the-chest position), the line did not go entirely without, as the ''Armada'' Super Base Prime figure was redecoed and re-released in a multi-pack with combination partner [[Overload (Armada)#Energon|Overload]]. Available exclusively at [[Costco]] stores, this [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#CostCoOverload|Super Base Optimus Prime]] redecoed the sculpted Matrix in a bright golden-orange (compared to the dull gold of before), with a green crystal at the center.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/CostcoPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Energon Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Masterpiece''===
[[File:Masterpiece matrices.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' ([[2003]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (Lucky Draw figure, [[2004]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultra Magnus''' (2004)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Perfect Edition''' ([[2006]]/[[2009]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Black Version''' ([[2010]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Sleep Mode''' (2010)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Last Production''' ([[2011]])}}</ul>
:A chromed Matrix accessory came with Hasbro's Takara's ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' edition of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|Convoy]], consisting of a translucent blue "crystal" centre surrounded by two shell-halves that could be pulled open. The Matrix stored in an opening chamber in Prime's chest, where its centre could be illuminated by a blue LED light built into the compartment. In order to fit into Prime's chest, however, the Matrix wound up being rather small, leaving Prime only able to wrap two of his fingers through its handles, instead of his whole hands.

:The Matrix was included with every reissue and redeco of the Prime mold, remaining in its normal colors when it came with Ultra Magnus, and the "Perfect Edition", "Sleep Mode", and "Final Edition" versions of Prime himself. When Prime was chromed entirely gold as a [[Lucky Draw figure]], though, the Matrix was likewise blinged out, while the Matrix included with the "Black Version" of Prime, representing an [[Eldedroid#toys|Eldedroid]], was chromed purple where the original was gold, and had a red translucent centre, illuminated by the figure's new red LED. A non-chromed version of the Matrix was included with Hasbro's "DVD Edition" of the figure as part of the ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' line ([[#Classics|see below]]).

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/20thPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on 20th Anniversary Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.goldoptimusprime.com/ More information on gold Masterpiece Convoy at GoldOptimusPrime.com]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Cybertron/UltraMagnus/ultramagnus.htm More information on Masterpiece Ultra Magnus at TFU.info]''

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[[File:MP rodimus matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Convoy''' (2011/[[2018]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Black Rodimus Convoy''' ([[November 28]], 2011)}}</ul>
:Being built to a smaller scale than the ''Masterpiece'' Optimus Prime figure, ''Masterpiece'' Rodimus Prime featured a new, smaller Matrix accessory of his own, cast in translucent blue plastic and decorated with gold and silver chrome. The Matrix stores in a chamber in Rodimus's abdomen, but is ''so small'' (smaller even relatively to Rodimus than Optimus's Matrix was to him) that Rodimus can't hold it by its handles at all. This Matrix mold was also included with [[Black Rodimus Convoy#Masterpiece|Black Rodimus Convoy]], now with a red chrome shell.

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[[File:ConvoyModeEva Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|(Convoy Mode "Eva" version)]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2011/[[2016]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''MP Convoy (BAPE ver.)''' ([[August 19]], [[2014]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Mode "Eva"''' ([[November 28]], 2014)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (BAPE REDCAMO ver.)''' (November [[2015]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sa|'''Shattered Glass Optimus Prime''' (November 2016)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2017)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (BAPE BLACKCAMO ver.)''' ([[2017]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (7-Eleven ver.)''' ([[February 28]], 2018)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (atmos safari LEBRON Ver.)''' ([[March 15]], [[2019]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (atmos safari duckcamo Ver.)''' ([[March 26]], [[2020]])}}</ul>

: [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#MP10|MP-10 Convoy]] is an entirely new tooling of "Generation 1" Optimus Prime. Convoy is now smaller, making him more in-scale with other recent ''Masterpiece'' toys, such as [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|Rodimus]], and comes with a [[Combat Deck (G1)#MP10|trailer]] and various accessories. His chest compartment opens up to reveal an equally smaller, new-mold Matrix of Leadership with a clear blue plastic center. Unlike the previous version, the Matrix cannot be pulled apart, Convoy can only wrap his index finger around the handle and cannot hold it both hands at once, and the Matrix chamber in his chest has no light-up feature, but hey, at least it's now die-cast metal!

: The Matrix was also included with MP-10 Convoy's redecoes, of note: [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#eva|Convoy Mode "Eva"]] (rendered with a red crystal, said in [[Mode "Eva" chapter 3|accompanying fiction]] to be based on the core of an [[Angel]]) and for [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#Masterpiece|Black Convoy]], it was redecoed into the [[Dead Matrix#Masterpiece|Dead Matrix]].

: Later ''Masterpiece'' figures [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#MP22|MP-22 Ultra Magnus]] and [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#MP28|MP-28 Hot Rodimus]] (as well as their redecoes) are also designed to interact with this Matrix mold: both can carry it in their chests, while Ultra Magnus also comes with special hands for holding it.

:The Matrix of Leadersip was redecoed into [[Town Matrix|Mito's Town Matrix and Fukutsu's Town Matrix]], and the [[Matrix of Malice#Toys|Matrix of Malice]] included with [[Windsweeper#Generations|Windsweeper]].

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2017)}}</ul>
[[File:MPM-4-Optimus-Primematrix.jpg|thumb|250px|But there's no Matrix in ''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]''? Wait a [[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|sec...]]]]
:This release of ''Masterpiece Movie Series'' [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Masterpiece|Optimus Prime]] comes with his own Matrix of Leadership, now molded in die-cast. It is rather inaccurate due to the multiple tab holes required for storage in Prime's chest.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Ver.3.0''' (2019)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' ([[2024]])}}</ul>

:MP-44 is another all new tooling of "Generation 1" Optimus Prime, with a much more anime accurate style and increased complexity. It features a redeco of the MP-10 die-cast Matrix with a painted metallic blue core.
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' ([[2021]])}}</ul>
[[File:MPM-12-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|250px|But there's no Matrix in ''[[Bumblebee (film)|Bumblebee]]''? Wait a [[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (film)|sec...]]]]
:MPM-12 comes with a new die-cast Matrix of Leadership heavily inspired by its "Generation 1" design, despite never appearing in ''[[Bumblebee (film)|Bumblebee]]''. And the prequel/reboot debate goes on...
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===''20th Anniversary''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2004)}}</ul>
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===''Cybertron''===
[[File:Cybertrontoy matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Convoy Gold Version''' (Leader Lucky Draw figure, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Convoy Silver Version''' (Leader Lucky Draw figure, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Convoy Custom Color Version''' (Leader Lucky Draw figure, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Sonic Convoy''' (Multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Force Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2006)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime / Wing Saber''' (multi-pack, 2006)}}</ul>
:''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Cybertron|Optimus Prime]] comes with a removable Matrix of Leadership accessory, decorated with an inverse color scheme that renders the crystal orange and the holder grey. The Matrix fits in Prime's chest, and his large, articulated fingers mean that he can hold it, though not in both hands at once.

:The Matrix received multiple redecoes and rereleases though remained unchanged for his mass-retail "Galaxy Force" coloration, which was also re-released without changes in the 2008 ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' toyline.

:Galaxy Convoy Gold Version's Matrix was repurposed as the [[Gold Matrix]] by "[[Generations Selects Special Comic Finale]]".

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Cybertron Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/GFOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Galaxy Force Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultra Magnus and Optimus Prime''' (multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>
:''Robots in Disguise'' Optimus Prime was slightly redecoed for [[Optimus Prime (RID)#Cybertron|inclusion]] in this Costco-exclusive two-pack with ''Robots in Disguise'' [[Ultra Magnus (RID)#Cybertron|Ultra Magnus]]. The mold still sports its sculpted Matrix detail, though for this release the paint applications that surrounded it were changed from orange to black (this being the only change from the original figure). It's not impossible that this might actually ''not'' have represented the Matrix of Leadership on this figure, but instead the Spark of Combination, which the set's packaging mentions as the source of the brothers' combining power—but we include it here to be thorough!

===''Hybrid Style''===
[[File:THS galaxyconvoy matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Convoy''' (2005)}}</ul>
: Part of Takara's short ''[[Hybrid Style]]'' series of small-scale, highly-articulated figures, this version of ''Cybertron'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Hybrid Style|Optimus Prime]] came with a ''really'' tiny removable Matrix that stored in its customary position within the toy's chest. It was a somewhat more show-accurate sculpt than the Matrix included with the full-size ''Cybertron'' Prime figure, and was colored with metallic paint as opposed to the larger figure's mostly-unpainted accessory.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Cybertron/HybridGalaxyConvoy/galaxyconvoy.htm More information on Hybrid Style Galaxy Convoy at TFU.info]''

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[[File:THSmatrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2006)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Black Version''' (2006)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Black Gold Version''' (November 25, 2013)}}</ul>
:The ''Hybrid Style'' version of "Generation 1" [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Hybrid Style|Optimus Prime]] also comes with a super-tiny Matrix, not much bigger than a large drug capsule, which fits in the traditional opening compartment within Prime's chest. Like the ''Hybrid Style'' ''Cybertron'' Prime before it, the figure comes with an assortment of alternate hands, but ''un''like its predecessor, it includes a pair specifically designed to hold the Matrix. Due to the small size of the figure, they do not figure articulated fingers to grip it, but instead are cast in the shape of clenched fists with grooves cut into the outside of the fingers into which the Matrix can slot.

:The Matrix was also included with Prime's later "[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#THS02B|Black Version]]" and "[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#THSBlackGold|Black Gold Version]]" redeco, without changes.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Cybertron/HybridConvoy/convoy.htm More information on Hybrid Style Convoy at TFU.info]''
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===''Generation 2''===
[[File:G2toy reissue matrix stickers.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Battle Convoy''' (reissue, 2006)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Laser Ultra Magnus''' (e-Hobby exclusive, 2006)}}</ul>
:When ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#G2reissue|Battle Convoy]] was reissued in 2006, among the assorted changes made to his deco was the addition of a pair of new [[sticker]]s to his chest windows that depicted the Matrix resting in its traditional position inside him. The stickers remained when the figure was redecoed into the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Generation 2|Laser Ultra Magnus]] figure.
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Cybertron/UltraMagnus/ultramagnus.htm More information on Laser Ultra Magnus at TFU.info]''
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===''Classics''===
[[File:Classicstoy dvd mp prime matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (20th Anniversary DVD Edition, 2006)}}</ul>
:The ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' "DVD Edition" of ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#20thDVD|Optimus Prime]] included the familiar Matrix accessory, but as with all the other parts of the toy that had previously been vacuum-metalized, it is now decorated in metallic gold and silver paint, rather than chrome.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/20thDVDOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on DVD Edition Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Universe'' (2008)===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Optimus Prime vs Crumplezone''' (Costco exclusive multi-pack, [[2008]])}}</ul>
:A rerelease of the above ''[[#Cybertron|Cybertron]]'' Galaxy Force Optimus Prime toy, ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' Leader Class Optimus Prime retains the same Matrix of Leadership.

===''Transformers'' (2010)===
[[File:TF2010 hftd matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Battle Blades Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2010)}}</ul>
: While the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' movie may have left the fate of the live-action Matrix up in the air, the ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)|Transformers]]'' Voyager Class [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Transformers (2010)#Voyager class toys|Battle Blades Optimus Prime]] figure follows through on the intention evident in several of the film's adaptations by including it as an accessory stored within his body. Specifically, this removable Matrix attaches to a translucent blue plate hidden in Prime's midriff, which rotates up into place when his chest is opened and a panel on his abdomen is folded down. The Matrix is unpainted grey plastic on the Hasbro release of the figure; the TakaraTomy edition of Battle Blades Prime gives it coat of silver paint.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Autobot/BattleBladesOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Battle Blades Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Battle in Space''' (2-pack, 2010)}}</ul>
:The die-cast metal Matrix originally released by TakaraTomy with several of their "Generation 1" reissues ([[#The Transformers|see above]]) received its first Hasbro release in this box set of [[redeco]]s of ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Classics (2006)|Rodimus]] and ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Cyclonus (G1)#Universe (2008)|Cyclonus]], released under the ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)#Hasbro Reveal the Shield subline|Reveal the Shield]]'' [[subline imprint]]. The Matrix itself is back in its original silver coloration. Unfortunately, the figures can't actually ''interact'' with the accessory in any way: Neither Rodimus nor Cyclonus can actually ''hold'' the Matrix, and it can't even hang from their necks since it does not include the removable chain that came with the various Takara editions.

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[[File:TF2010 g2prime matrix.jpg|thumb|Brought to you by the guys who designed [[Thunderblast (Decepticon)|Thunderblast]].]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2011)}}</ul>
:Part of the sixth wave of the 2010 ''Transformers'' toyline and the second wave of the ''Reveal the Shield'' subline imprint, this [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Transformers (2010)|Optimus Prime]] is an all-new Deluxe Class mold based on the original ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' Laser Optimus Prime toy ([[#G2toy|see above]]). The panels on the side of his truck mode fold in behind his chest windows in robot mode to reveal a sculpted Matrix of Leadership.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Masterpiece Rodimus Prime''' (2011)}}</ul>
:''Masterpiece'' [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#HasbroMasterpiece|Rodimus Prime]] is a [[Toys"R"Us]]-[[exclusive]] release of the Rodimus Convoy figure, and was redecoed to resemble his original toy. His Matrix is no longer vacuum-metalized, and the shell is instead given a coat of metallic gold paint.

:This version of Rodimus also comes with an additional new-mold Matrix accessory, very similar to Masterpiece Optimus Prime's Matrix. Rodimus is actually capable of wrapping his entire mitts around this accessory's handles, and the Matrix can be pulled open (but not apart) to reveal more of the crystal inside.

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[[File:Transformers2010toy-HasbroMP10OptimusPrime-MatrixofLeadership.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Masterpiece Optimus Prime''' (2012)}}</ul>
: The Hasbro Toys"R"Us-exclusive [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#mp10hasbro|release of MP-10 Convoy]] features various plastic color and [[Paint operation|paint detail]] changes. He still comes with the Matrix, which appears to be no different.
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===''United''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Laser Optimus Prime''' (March 26, 2011)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#RtSG2|Reveal the Shield]]'' toy above, ''United'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Generations|Laser Optimus Prime]] retains the Matrix of Leadership detail.

===''Dark of the Moon''===
[[File:DOTMtoy-OptimusPrimeVoyagerwithComettor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Orange you glad it doesn't look like this in the film?]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime / Includes Deluxe Class Comettor''' (2-pack, 2011) }}</ul>
: This redeco and [[retool]] of the Battle Blades Optimus Prime toy, [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#OptimusComettor|Optimus Prime]] includes a redecoed, orange version of the live-action movie Matrix.
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===''Prime''===
[[File:Primetoy-OptimusPrimeMatrixofLeadership.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|In Soviet Russia, Prime is in the Matrix.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Matrix of Leadership SDCC Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2011)}}</ul>
:Exclusive to [[San Diego Comic-Con]], this minor repaint of Deluxe-Class ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#First Edition (2011)|Prime: First Edition]]'' [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Prime: First Edition|Optimus Prime]] comes inside special Matrix-shaped packaging that can be worn around your neck.

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[[File:Primetoy-TakaraTomy-ArmsMasterOptimus-Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|When light isn't enough for your [[darkest hour]], simply replace "light" with "lacerate".]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Arms Master Optimus''' ([[September 29]], 2012)}}</ul>
:Part of the seventh wave of Japanese ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)|Prime]]'' toys, the [[TakaraTomy]] version of Weaponizer [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Weaponizer|Optimus Prime]] comes with a very large Matrix which can tab onto his chest as armor or mount onto the back of the truck cab. It is covered in [[5 mm post|5 mm posts and holes]] so [[Arms Micron]]s can be attached to it. He also has a clear-blue "Shining" version of the [[Arms Micron]], [[R.A.#ArmsMaster|R.A.]], who can combine with the Matrix to form the colossal [[Star Saber (Thirteen)#ArmsMaster|Matrix Saber]]. If Microns [[O.P.]] and [[B.B. (Prime)|B.B.]] (sold separately) are also thrown into the mix, the result is the [[Star Saber (Arms Micron)|Super Star Saber]].

:Note that the clear-plastic-on-clear-plastic hinge in the middle of the blade stresses rapidly with repeated transformation due to the pressure leveraged onto the free-standing side of the clip when traveling from Matrix mode to Saber mode. As such, the user is advised to pick one mode and keep the Matrix there.
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===''Kre-O''===
[[File:KreO-Toy OptimusMatrixKreon.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Matrix Optimus Prime''' (2011)}}</ul>
:Intended to be [[exclusive]] to [[BotCon 2011]], this [[Optimus Prime (Kre-O)#Toys|Optimus Prime]] Kreon has an open chest showing the [[Matrix of Leadership]] within. He comes with a G1 inspired gun and a black brick display stand. We say "intended", because in actuality, the thing appears to have been produced in such huge quantities that it's wound up being made available in ''loads'' of other places—it was handed out at [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2011, offered as a free giveaway with any order that included Transformers toys on [[Hasbro Toy Shop]]), as a free gift on the cover of the ''[[Awesome Autobots Activity Book]]'', and came as a free gift attached to, of all things, issue #240 of the [[United Kingdom|UK]] children's comic, ''[[Doctor Who]] Adventures'' (but not the UK's [[Transformers (Titan Magazine)|Transformers comic]], you'll note!). A supposed factory error even caused this version (minus display stand) to be included in the larger Optimus Prime kit (see above). This problem has (presumably) been fixed, but it was awesome while it lasted.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/Kre-OMatrixOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Matrix Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Timelines''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Invasion''' ([[BotCon 2012]] box set)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Kick-Over/Optimus Prime''' (BotCon 2012 souvenir set)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-cm|'''Scourge''' (TFSS 1.0, 2013)}}</ul>
:As redecoes of the ''[[#RtSG2|Reveal the Shield]]'' toy above, ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Optimus Prime (SG)#BotCon2012|Optimus Prime]], [[Ultra Magnus (SG)#Timelines|Ultra Magnus]], and [[Scourge (RID)#Timelines|Scourge]] all retain the Matrix of Leadership detail.

===''Bot Shots''===
[[File:Bot shots matrix card.jpg|thumb|It was only a matter of time before the Transformers stumbled into Paper Mario.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Battle for the Matrix''' (2012)}}</ul>
: This ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Ultimate Battle set includes a Matrix trophy card. It's made of cardboard and was probably already bent up when you opened the packaging.
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===''Generations''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2d2|'''Ultimate Gift Set''' (2012)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#RtSG2|Reveal the Shield]]'' toy above, ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Generations|Combat Hero Optimus Prime]] retains the Matrix of Leadership detail.

===''Platinum Edition''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Year of the Horse Optimus Prime''' (2014)}}</ul>
:Released to celebrate Chinese New Year, ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' "Year of the Horse" [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Optimus Prime]] is a redeco of MP-10 Convoy, complete with Matrix.

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[[File:PlatinumRiseOfRodimusPrime.jpeg|thumb|250px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Rise of Rodimus Prime''' (''Platinum Edition'' 2-pack, 2016)}}</ul>
:A reuse of the Matrix accessory that was first included with the [[#MP10|''Masterpiece'' MP-10]] figure, this time illustrating the conflict between [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Rodimus Prime]] (using a redeco of his ''[[Titanium Series]]'' toy) and [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Galvatron]] (using a redeco of his [[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|2008 ''Universe'' Deluxe Class toy]]). Ironically, of the two figures in the set, only Galvatron can actually hold the Matrix.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime Year of the Rooster Edition''' (2017)}}</ul>
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===''Age of Extinction''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Revenge Optimus Prime''' (2014)}}</ul>
:The Matrix included in ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (toyline)|Age of Extinction]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#AOERevenge|Revenge Optimus Prime]] redeco retains the same silver paint coating.

===''Power of the Primes''===
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Evolution Rodimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2017)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Evolution Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2017)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-m1|'''Evolution Optimus Primal''' (Leader Class, [[2018]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-m1|'''Throne of the Primes''' (Multi-pack, 2018)}}</ul>

:Each standard ''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'' Leader Class figure includes a uniquely-colored Matrix of Leadership which can be placed inside their chest (sans [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#RodimusUnicronus|Rodimus Unicronus]] and [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#Power of the Primes|Nemesis Prime]], who instead include the [[Matrix of Conquest#Generations|Matrix of Chaos]] and [[Dark Matrix of Leadership#Toys|Dark Matrix of Leadership]] respectively). The central crystal of the Matrix is removable, and has the same dimensions as a [[Prime Master]]'s [[spark]] mode (or [[Titan Master]] in head mode). This means that the crystal can be replaced in the Matrix by any Prime Master, and that the removed crystal can be slotted into the armor accessories included with Deluxe and Voyager Class ''Power of the Primes'' figures, along with the heads of ''Titans Return'' figures. It can also be replaced with an [[Enigma of Combination#Generations|Enigma of Combination]] included with the Voyager Class figures.

:Only the Matrix from [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Power of the Primes|Optimus Prime]] uses the original coloration of the Matrix of Leadership; [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Power of the Primes|Rodimus Prime]]'s is based on an alternate coloration that shows up here or there, while the one from the regular retail [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#Power of the Primes|Optimal Optimus]] is colored to resemble Optimus Prime's spark container in the [[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|''Beast Wars'']] episode "[[Optimal Situation]]". Finally, the one included with [[Throne of the Primes]] [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#SDCC2018|Optimal Optimus]] is based on his ''Beast Wars'' Season 1 chest.
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===''War for Cybertron: Siege''===
[[File:TF-Generations-WFC-Siege-Optimus-Prime-Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2018)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Classic Animation Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2019)}}</ul>
:In ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege|Siege]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#War for Cybertron: Siege|Optimus Prime]]'s vehicle mode, opening its windows shows the Matrix of Leadership molded into the plastic. Due to the transformation, the Matrix doesn't end up in the chest in robot mode. The toy was redecoed into ''Siege'' [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#War for Cybertron: Siege|Nemesis Prime]] and ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#War for Cybertron Trilogy|Nemesis Prime]], repurposing the Matrix-detail into the [[Dark Matrix of Leadership#War for Cybertron: Siege|Dark Matrix]].
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===''Golden Lagoon''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Golden Lagoon Convoy''' ([[July 29]], 2018)}}</ul>
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===''Cyberverse''===
[[File:TF-Cyberverse-Ultimate-Class-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|250px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Ultimate Class, 2018/2019)}}</ul>

:For the first Ultimate Class version of ''Cyberverse'' Optimus, The Matrix is represented as a deployable non-removable action feature. The feature is activated by pressing in his left clavicle while in robot mode, or pressing down on the top of his cab in vehicle mode. In fact, you will likely deploy it on accident a lot due to how sensitive the button is, especially during transformation. Once deployed, it can be made to spin by rolling the truck mode forward (powered by the right front wheel) or by spinning the small red wheel on his robot mode side. This causes the clear blue "energy" details to open, revealing the Matrix underneath. This gimmick is gravity dependent, meaning it must be in the correct position to activate properly.

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[[File:TF-Cyberverse-2018-Deluxe-Class-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|250px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2019)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Heroes of Cybertron 3-Pack''' (Deluxe Class 3-pack, [[2022]])}}</ul>
:The Deluxe Class version of ''Cyberverse'' Optimus features another sculpted non-removable Matrix of Leadership. While the Matrix cannot be removed from Prime's chest, it ''can'' have a special [[Fire Blast effect|blast effect]] part plugged into it to emulate a beam of energy shooting out from it.
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===''Collaborative''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''MP-10G Optimus Prime Ecto-35 Edition''' ([[July 19]], 2019)}}</ul>
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''VNR Optimus Prime''' ([[2023]])}}</ul>
:As a repaint of Holiday Optimus Prime, The Matrix included with VNR Optimus Prime is a repaint of the [[Matrix of Holiday Cheer]]. It can be removed from Optimus Prime's chest, though the figure is incapable of holding it in its hands.

===''Generations Selects''===
[[File:Generations Selects Silver Matrix.jpg|upright=1.4|thumb|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Star Convoy''' (2019)}}</ul>
:The ''[[Generations Selects (toyline)|Selects]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Selects|Star Convoy]] retool of ''Power of the Primes'' Optimus Prime includes a compatible Matrix (also used as the "[[Silver Matrix]]") that ''doesn't'' split into 2 pieces. This matrix has a 5 mm post on the bottom and a 5mm hole on top, meant to allow the figure's 2 guns to combine with it into the "Big Bang Cannon." The post makes it wieldable by figures with 5mm fist holes. While the core and frame aren't interchangeable the matrix can be put in the chests of other ''Power of the Primes'' leader class figures.
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===''War for Cybertron: Earthrise''===
[[File:TF-Generations-WFC-E-Optimus-Prime-Matrix.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2020)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Alternate Universe Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2020)}}</ul>
:Both toys of ''[[War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Optimus Prime]] include an opening chest compartment that stores a removable Matrix of Leadership, similar to MP-01, MP-10 and MP-44 Convoy. Prime's opening hands can grasp the handles, and the reverse of the Matrix features a [[5 mm post|5 mm port]], making it surprisingly [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System]]-compatible. Different Matrix sculpts across the ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' would (mostly) use the design of this Matrix as a starting point, though they are largely made from new tooling.
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===''War for Cybertron Trilogy''===
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Battle 3-Pack, 2020)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sa|''' Shattered Glass Optimus Prime & Shattered Glass Ratchet''' (''Selects'' 2-Pack, 2020)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' toy above, ''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (toyline)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#2020Netflix|Optimus Prime]] retains the same Matrix of Leadership, albeit in slightly darker colors. ''War for Cybertron Trilogy / Selects'' [[Optimus Prime (SG)#War for Cybertron Trilogy|Shattered Glass Optimus Prime]] includes a newly-decoed Matrix cast in translucent dark yellow with silver and purple paint applied to the front and was described by [[Hasbro Pulse]] as the ''evil'' Matrix of Leadership.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20210114032604/https://hasbropulse.com/products/transformers-generations-selects-deluxe-wfc-gs17-shattered-glass-ratchet-and-optimus-prime "...the pack features an evil Matrix of Leadership accessory."]</ref>{{-}}

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[[File:Trilogy_Spoiler_Pack_Megatron_Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1p1|'''Spoiler Pack''' (Leader Unboxing, 2021)}}</ul>
:The third ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' Spoiler Pack includes another Matrix accessory. Made of soft, rubberised plastic, this Matrix is molded to a harness that allows it to hook onto [[Megatron (G1)/Generations toys#2021Netflix|the included Megatron]] in both robot and tank modes. The design of this Matrix diverges from all other Matrix accessories released across the ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' in that it is based on the model from the [[Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy (cartoon)|show]]... which, in turn strangely appears to be based on [[Shout! Studios|Shout! Factory]]'s complete ''[[The Transformers (cartoon)|Transformers]]'' [https://tformers.com/reviews.php?op=showcontent&id=1077 DVD box set].

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[[File:Selects Galvatron Matrix.JPG|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' (''Selects'' Leader Class, 2021)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#Galvatron|Kingdom]]'' toy below, ''War for Cybertron Trilogy / Selects'' [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#GS27|Galvatron]] retains the same Matrix of Leadership in green to represent the Creation Matrix as depicted in the [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)|original Marvel comic]] and the [[Galvatron II#Toys|Galvatron II]] toy (and by extension, the [[Star Power]] [[Creation Matrix (GS)|Creation Matrix]]).
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[[File:WFC Trilogy Behold Galvatron Matrix.JPG|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Behold, Galvatron! Unicron Companion Pack''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
:A different redeco of ''Kingdom'' Galvatron, this [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron Trilogy|"Behold, Galvatron!"]] is cast in mostly translucent purple plastics, including a completely unpainted Matrix accessory.
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===''War for Cybertron: Kingdom''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2020)}}</ul>
:A rerelease of the above ''[[#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' toy, ''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Kingdom]]'' Leader Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#K11|Optimus Prime]] retains the same Matrix of Leadership.

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[[File:Kingdom Galvatron Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galvatron''' (Leader Class, 2021)}}</ul>
:''Kingdom'' [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Galvatron]] includes a Matrix of Leadership, similar to the one first included with [[#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|''Earthrise'' Optimus Prime]]. The new molding allows it to mount onto an included plastic chain via 5 mm post, which can rest around Galvatron's neck or attach at the base of the cannon barrel in his alternate mode. Unlike other ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' Matrices, this Matrix is cast in opaque gray plastic, with the silver and gold shell and light blue crystal painted on.

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[[File:Kingdom Rodimus Prime Matrix.jpeg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Prime''' (Commander Class, 2021)}}</ul>
:Another newly-tooled Matrix is included with ''Kingdom'' Commander Class [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Rodimus Prime]], again based on ''Earthrise'' Optimus Prime's. Rodimus Prime can accommodate it in his chest, or hold it with his articulated hands; as with ''Studio Series'' Hot Rod below (who was released first), this Matrix includes an additional effect part that clips on the front to simulate it glowing. The hole on the reverse side of this Matrix is too small for 5 mm integration.
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===''Studio Series''===
[[File:Studio_Series_86_Hot_Rod_Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Hot Rod''' (Voyager Class, [[2020]])}}</ul>

:''Another'' different tooling to the all of the above, ''[[Studio Series]]'' 86-04 [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Studio Series|Autobot Hot Rod]]'s Matrix comes with an additional effect part (a different one from the one included with ''Kingdom'' Rodimus Prime) that clips over the front to recreate the iconic scene from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', thanks to Hot Rod's articulation. The hole on the reverse side is too ''large'' to accommodate 5 mm accessories. Compared to similar sculpts, this Matrix lacks the bumps on the sides of the orb and the radial lines on the top left and bottom right sections. Oddly enough, those lines are still present on the reverse side.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultra Magnus''' (Commander Class, [[2023]])}}</ul>
:The Matrix included with ''Studio Series'' [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Studio Series Ultra Magnus|Ultra Magnus]] is cast in clear plastic and painted over. It can store in his chest. Unfortunately, due to the Matrix being too small, he can only hold it with two fingers. Out-of-the-box, the Matrix is inserted upside down in his chest, a mistake that is also present in the instructions and packaging, the latter of which amusingly makes it look like the Matrix can launch out of his chest.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Gamer Edition Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2023)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, [[2025]])}}</ul>
:A ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (games)|War for Cybertron]]''-accurate Matrix is included with ''Studio Series'' [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Studio Series|Gamer Edition Optimus Prime]]. It has a 5 mm port on the back to store in Prime’s chest. As the chest peg is painted, it is sized slightly smaller than normal to allow for tolerance, but as a result some copies have very slightly loose connections. This Matrix happens to be loosely compatible with ''Studio Series'' Hot Rod's Matrix glow effect.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Limited Edition Battle Damage Ver.)''' (Deluxe Class, 2024)}}</ul>
:This Matrix is based on its appearance in [[Transformers One (film)|''Transformers One'']] and is included with ''Studio Series'' [[Optimus Prime (One)#Studio Series|112 Optimus Prime]]. Unlike prior Matrix toys, this one is held by tabbing into slots on the outsides of Prime's knuckles instead of needing opening hands. It is painted the traditional Generation 1 colors of silver and orange instead of the film's full gold.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Commander Class, 2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Battle Damage Limited Edition)''' (Commander Class, 2025)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Energon Universe Optimus Prime''' (2026)}}</ul>
:Included with Commander Class '86 [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Studio Series|Optimus Prime]], this Matrix is another one based on the ''Earthrise'' design with minor sculpt differences. Again due to its small size, this Prime can only hold the Matrix with his index fingers. The port on the back is ''slightly'' larger than 5 mm.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' (Leader Class, 2025)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the Matrix accessory included with ''[[#War For Cybertron: Kingdom|Kingdom]]'' [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Galvatron]], this version uses a brighter shade of orange than the original. The chain necklace is retained for this release.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Devastation Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2025)}}</ul>
:Included with the Deluxe Class Devastation Optimus Prime, this small unpainted Matrix can be stored in Prime's chest, and features two pegs on either side of its casing which can be inserted into recesses beneath Prime's thumbs, allowing the figure to hold it without needing opening hands.
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===''Premium Finish''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2021)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#Siege|Siege]]'' toy above, ''[[Transformers Premium Finish|Premium Finish]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Premium Finish|Optimus Prime]] retains the Matrix of Leadership detail.

===''Legacy''===
[[File:Legacy Laser Optimus Matrix.jpg|300px|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Laser Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-cm|'''Robots in Disguise 2000 Universe Scourge''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d2|'''G2 Universe Toxitron''' (Leader Class, 2023)}}</ul>
:''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' Leader Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Legacy|Laser Optimus Prime]], and his redecoes [[Scourge (RID)#Legacy|Robots in Disguise 2000 Universe Scourge]] and [[Toxitron (Universe)#Legacy|G2 Universe Toxitron]], include a Matrix accessory that can be removed from their opening chest. The hole on the reverse side is a 5 mm port, and as such is compatible with many contemporary accessories, though its intended home seems to be the thin peg on Prime's axe accessory, allowing the Autobot leader to have a huge, Matrix-powered sword (among other possible combinations).

:Though thinner and flatter than other Matrices released across the ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' toylines, it is still compatible with the energy aura blast effects included with ''Kingdom'' Rodimus Prime and ''Studio Series'' Hot Rod, so that's neat.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galvatron''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
:A rerelease of the above ''[[#K28|Kingdom]]'' toy, ''Legacy'' Leader Class [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Legacy|Galvatron]] retains the same Matrix of Leadership.

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[[File:TF-Legacy-Armada-Universe-Optimus-Prime-Matrix.jpg|300px|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Armada Universe Optimus Prime''' (Commander Class, 2023)}}</ul>
:Based on its appearance in the ''Armada'' cartoon, Prime includes a removable Matrix inside the front panel of his chest. The Matrix itself is cast in clear plastic and painted gold on its front surface, and attaches to a red 5mm post. This allows the Matrix to look like its typical depiction in the show when removed, but also to appear in its "activated" state when inside Prime's chest.

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[[File:TF-Legacy-United-Deluxe-G1-Universe-Optimus-Prime-Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''G1 Universe Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2024)}}</ul>

:The ''Legacy'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#LegacyUnited|G1 Universe Optimus Prime]] also comes with a translucent Matrix of Leadership painted with clear blue, inspired by the accessories from the New Year Special Convoy and the ''Missing Link'' iterations.
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Fractured Friendship 2-Pack''' (2-pack, 2024)}}</ul>
:''Legacy: United'' "Security Officer Orion Pax" is an extensive retool of ''[[Studio Series]]'' [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Studio Series|Gamer Edition Optimus Prime]] based on his appearance in "[[Chaos Theory Part 1|Chaos Theory]]" and the pre-war portions of ''[[The Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|More than Meets the Eye]]''. He retains the original Gamer Edition mold's Matrix accessory (and its ability to be stored in his chest) without changes, which unfortunately means the accessory is inaccurate to its appearance in the IDW comics the rest of the figure is based on.

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[[File:HasLab Omega Prime Matrix.jpg|150px|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Omega Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
:*''Series'': ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Robots in Disguise 2001]]'' / ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]''
{{toydesigner|[[Evan Brooks]] (Hasbro), [[Hisashi Yuki]] (TakaraTomy)<ref>[[January 30]], [[2024]]'s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sodl6lRkifQ Hasbro Pulse | Transformers: Legacy RID 2001 Omega Prime HasLab Fanstream | January 2024] on YouTube, with [[Ben MacCrae]] and [[Evan Brooks]].</ref>|[[Hiroyuki Taiga]] (concept artist),<ref>[https://youtu.be/PdsHMGVDZFg?si=7IIIhq2AU8jwMnSx Interview] with [[Hasbro]] designer [[Evan Brooks]] on the Triple Takeover podcast, from their YouTube channel</ref> [[Studio DTW|Dave White]] (product photography), [[Nick (Hasbro)|Nick]] and [[Tony Colella]] (sculptors),<ref name = "Missile Stream">[[March 7]], 2024's [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Pkz6oTI7W4 Hasbro Pulse | Transformers 40th Anniversary Fanstream | March 7, 2024] on YouTube, with [[Ben MacCrae]], [[Evan Brooks]] and [[Mark Maher]].</ref> [[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging artist)<ref>[[January 10]], [[2025]]'s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jDy2WuiQumE Transformers: Legacy Robots in Disguise 2001 Omega Prime HasLab - Official Unboxing!] with [[Emily Bader]] and [[Evan Brooks]].</ref>
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:Part of the fourth [[Hasbro Pulse#HasLab|HasLab]] campaign, two "Matrix of Leadership accessories" are included in this enormous ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' box set of the two ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Robots in Disguise]]'' commanders: one reproducing [[Optimus Prime (RID)#Legacy|Optimus Prime / Fire Convoy]]'s original "[[Energon Matrix#Legacy|Energon Matrix]]" molded chest detail as a removable accessory and one for [[Ultra Magnus (RID)#Legacy|God Magnus]]'s previously only mentioned Energon Matrix. (Ultra Magnus did not have an established Matrix of Leadership prior to this toy.)

:Omega Prime was revealed on [[January 30]], [[2024]], with the crowdfunding campaign beginning soon after. The project reached 50% funding in only 24 hours, beating all three previous ''Transformers'' HasLabs. It reached full funding on [[February 9]]th, [[2024]], in only ten days - three times quicker than the previous record holder, [[Deathsaurus (G1)#Legacy|Deathsaurus]].<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Exciting news! The #HasLab campaign for #Transformers: Legacy #RobotsInDisguise 2001 #OmegaPrime has achieved its goal with 10,000 backers! A massive thank you to all the incredible fans who made this possible – your support has truly brought Omega Prime to life!|link=https://twitter.com/HasbroPulse/status/1756013964993991002|site=Twitter|name=Hasbro Pulse|year=2024|month=2|day=9}}</ref> At the closing bell on March 14, the set clocked in at 28,230 backers, beating the previous Transformers record by quite a fair margin (Deathsaurus again, with 27,442) and coming in second only to ''Marvel Legends'' Galactus as the most successful project in HasLab history.<ref>[https://hasbropulse.com/collections/haslab/products/transformers-legacy-robots-in-disguise-2001-omega-prime The Omega Prime HasLab campaign] at [[Hasbro Pulse]]</ref>

:Omega Prime first started shipping to backers, beginning with those living in New Zealand, in March 2025.
::*''[https://www.instagram.com/p/C2vNqMmuIwP/ Designer commentary on ''Legacy'' Omega Prime from Evan Brooks on Instagram]''
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===''Shattered Glass Collection''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sa|'''Ultra Magnus''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
:A recolor of the Matrix accessory included with ''Legacy'' Laser Optimus Prime. Magnus also includes red versions of the sword and axe that Laser Optimus Prime comes with, meaning that all three can be combined, and indeed they are in the figure's [[stock photography]].

<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sad|'''Rodimus / Sideswipe & Decepticon Whisper''' (2023)}}</ul>
:A recolor of the Matrix accessory included with ''Studio Series'' 86-04 Autobot Hot Rod. Painted in silver and dark grey over red translucent plastic, and coming with a recolor of the original's effect part, also in red.
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===''LEGO''===
[[File:Lego-toy OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' ([[June 1]], 2022)}}</ul>
:[[LEGO]] Optimus Prime includes a removable brick-built Matrix accessory. As the small size of the Matrix means it is not possible to depict both the opaque orange casing and translucent blue core with LEGO bricks, the model splits the difference and features a translucent orange core. The handles of the Matrix feature studs that can peg into Optimus' fingertips, allowing him to properly wield the artifact.
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===''Canon/Transformers''===
[[File:TF-Canon-Transformers-Optimus-Prime-R5.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime R5''' (2023)}}</ul>
:''[[Canon/Transformers]]'' Optimus Prime includes a uniquely styled version of the Matrix of Leadership that can be pegged onto his lens in camera mode, just behind the front element. The Matrix can be also be pegged into his palms and grasped by his articulated hands.
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===''Missing Link''===
[[File:TF-Missing-Link-C-02-Convoy-Anime-Color.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (Anime Edition)''' (2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Sentinel Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Both releases of ''[[Missing Link]]'' Convoy include removable Matrices that can store within their cab. The standard release includes a gold chrome Matrix, while the Anime Edition has one painted in animation-accurate metallic orange and silver. Convoy features articulated knuckles which allow the figure to hold the Matrix in its hands. The inner Matrix chamber is removable and reveals molded driver/passenger seats like the original toy, if one prefers that look.
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultra Magnus''' (2026)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Delta Magnus''' (2026)}}</ul>
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===''Reactivate''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Soundwave / Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
: ''[[Transformers: Reactivate|Reactivate]]'' Optimus Prime features an opening chest and includes a minor repaint of the Matrix included with ''[[War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Optimus Prime]].
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===Target===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Target Optimus Prime and Autobot Bullseye''' (2024)}}</ul>
:As a repaint of ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' Leader Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Legacy|Laser Optimus Prime]], Target Optimus Prime includes a repaint of that Prime's Matrix, which is removable and stores inside his chest.
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===Lunar Cruiser Prime===
[[File:Lunar Cruiser OP.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Lunar Cruiser Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
: Produced in collaboration with Japanese space agency {{w|JAXA}} and {{w|Toyota}}, Lunar Cruiser Prime features a non-removable Matrix of Leadership visible through his windshield chest.
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===''One''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime/Orion Pax''' (2024)}}</ul>

:Released as part of the ''[[Transformers One (toyline)|Transformers One]]'' toyline, Prime Changers Orion Pax/Optimus Prime includes a tiny removable Matrix that stores on the backside of his truck bumper, which then folds up into his chest, though is not directly accessible from the chest window itself like most Optimus toys with removable Matrices. This Matrix can be held via a pair of [[5 mm post]]s.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Power Flip Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Power Flip Optimus Prime features a removable Matrix which attaches to the flip-out chest armor that deploys from Prime's chest.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Energon Matrix Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Energon Matrix Optimus Prime is a non-transforming figure that has a gimmick involving his chest flipping from Prime's cogless chest to a sculpted Matrix of Leadership.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultimate Energon Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Ultimate Energon Optimus Prime includes a removable Matrix that pegs into his chest. While the Matrix is removable, the figure hand's can't hold it.

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[[File:TF-One-Brave-Commander-Optimus-Prime-Matrix-of-Leadership.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Brave Commander Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Another larger format Optimus Prime toy, this time released by [[TakaraTomy]], Brave Commander Optimus Prime also features a removable Matrix of Leadership. The figure has articulated knuckles, so the Matrix can be held in its hands.
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===''Dramatic Capture Series''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Headquarters''' (2024)}}</ul>
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===''Synergex''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime Type MFS-3 Kiryu''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Part of [[TakaraTomy]]'s ''[[T-SPARK|Synergex]]'' [[Godzilla]] crossover, Optimus Prime Type MFS-3 Kiryu is a repaint of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Legacy|Laser Optimus Prime]], and includes a repaint of that Prime's removable Matrix.

[[File:T-SPARK Synergenex Liolaeus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rathalos Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Silver Rathalos Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>

:Released as part of [[TakaraTomy]]'s ''[[T-SPARK|Synergex]]'' series of crossover toys, "Rathalos Prime" includes a "Rathalos Matrix" (or "Collaboration Matrix" based on Hasbro copy) bearing the insignia of a [https://mhworld.kiranico.com/en/items/rM2Al/rathalos-ruby Rathalos Ruby] in its center. The Matrix can be held via the 5 mm posts at either end of its casing. While the figure's chest does not open for Matrix storage, there is a peg within the dragon head/tail assembly for mounting it, where it can remain in either mode.
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Evangelion Unit-01 × Optimus Prime''' (2026)}}</ul>
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===''MPG''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sa|'''Shattered Glass Optimus Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime Style Gen.''' (2026)}}</ul>
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===Bump of Chicken===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2025)}}</ul>
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===''Age of the Primes''===
[[File:TF-AOTP-Prima-Prime-Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-pr1|'''The Thirteen Prima Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2025)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''AOTP-07'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date:'' [[2025]] [[July 26]]
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref name=AOTPreveal>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjmcMC9nNoA Transformers Age of the Primes Reveal | Dive into the Legacy of the Thirteen Primes | Hasbro Pulse] with [[Mark Maher]] and [[Nate Purswell]]</ref>
:''[[Transformers: Age of the Primes|Age of the Primes]]'' [[Prima#Age_of_the_Primes|Prima Prime]] includes a recolor of the Matrix accessory included with ''Earthrise'' Optimus Prime in a deco based on the [[Origin Matrix]] as it appeared in ''[[Restoration|Another Light, Part Four]]'', though it is referred to as the Matrix of Leadership in the figure's product description (and was even referred to as the Creation Matrix by designers<ref name=AOTPreveal/>). Much like the Origin Matrix or the "Aligned" continuity Matrix of Leadership, this Matrix can attach to the hilt of the included [[Star Saber (Thirteen)|Star Saber]] accessory or store inside an opening chest compartment on Prima himself via 5mm pegs.
::*''[https://www.instagram.com/p/DDYFD0uxHq_/ Designer commentary on Prima Prime from Mark Maher on Instagram]''

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[[File:AOTP Silver Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=2|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-pr13|'''The Thirteen Star Optimus Prime''' (Titan Class, 2025)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''AOTP-10'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date:'' [[2025]] [[August 30]]
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Shuhei Umezu]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref name = "Cybertron Con 2024">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjmcMC9nNoA Transformers Age of the Primes Reveal | Dive into the Legacy of the Thirteen Primes | Hasbro Pulse] with [[Mark Maher]] and [[Nate Purswell]]</ref>
:Titan Class ''[[Transformers: Age of the Primes|Age of the Primes]]'' "[[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Age of the Primes|Star Optimus Prime]]" features a "sword hilt" adapter doohickey sculpted after the "[[#Generations Selects|Silver Matrix]]" included with the ''[[Generations Selects (toyline)|Generations Selects]]'' iteration of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Generations Selects|Star Convoy]] and featuring the addition of even more 5mm compatibility in the form of another paired peg and port running through its face. The included rifle and turret/blaster can combine with the hilt to form a longer rifle, reproducing the "Big Bang Cannon." The multitudinous [[Fire Blast effect|blast effects]] typical of the Titan size class can be combined with the hilt to produce its headlining new configuration: a big honking flaming sword. Lastly the hilt can be used as a dias to center the figure's "[[Zodiac#Age of the Primes|Zodiac orb]]" accessory in the figure's otherwise cavernous chest cavity.

::*''Designer commentary on ''Age of the Primes'' Star Optimus Prime from Mark Maher on Instagram:''
::**''[https://www.instagram.com/p/DFElvtSsqoe/ Part I]''
::**''[https://www.instagram.com/p/DFOshCXs2gV/ Part II]''
::*''[[Source:Transformers Age of the Primes bios#AOTP10|Machine translation of Star Optimus Prime's TakaraTomy bio]]''
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Ultra Magnus, Autobot Bumper VS Horri-Bull, Nemesis Prime ''' (Multi-pack, [[2025]])}}</ul>
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===''Spotlight''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Multi-pack, 2026)}}</ul>
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===''Authentics''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Prime Changer, 2026)}}</ul>
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==Merchandise==
===MC Axis===
[[File:Mcaxis hot rod.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Hot Rod''' (model kit, 1996)}}</ul>
:This Japanese "garage kit" of [[Hot Rod (G1)/merchandise#MC Axis|Hot Rod]] consists of an unpainted, unassembled resin model from [[MC Axis]], with two versions of the Matrix of Leadership: one standard, fairly useless one (since Hot Rod lacks either a chest compartment to hold it, or articulated hands to grip it), and a second sculpted with a pair of hands clutching its handles, which can be swapped out for Hot Rod's normal hands, allowing him to hoist it aloft.

:The kit is not known for its exceptional quality control - numerous unsightly air bubbles in the plastic are not an uncommon thing to encounter.

:*''[http://groups.google.com/group/alt.toys.transformers/msg/4512c7fd76f8e8ee Fan review of the Hot Rod and Elita One model kits]''
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===''Metalforce''===
[[File:Metalforce matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Metalforce Convoy''' (2000)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Metalforce Convoy Metalic Version''' {{sic}} (2000)}}</ul>
:A Matrix of Leadership accessory is included with both the standard ''[[Metalforce]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Metalforce|Optimus Prime]] and its metallic redeco, cast in translucent blue plastic and painted over. The Matrix fits into its traditional cavity in Prime's chest, and a panel can then be placed on top of it to hide it from view; alternatively, the panel can be left out, allowing the Matrix to remain visible through Prime's chest windows. For whatever reason, the figures also came with an uncut, unpainted version of the Matrix (and all of Prime's other accessories) as well.

::*''[http://www.transformertoys.co.uk/content.php?/transformers-toys/toy-gallery/882/MetalForce+Collection/Optimus+Prime.html More information on Metalforce Convoy at Transformers @ The Moon]''
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===''Super Collection Figure''===
[[File:Scf matrices.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Convoy with Matrix''' (2000)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Convoy with Matrix''' (2001)}}</ul>
:The Matrix made its first appearance in Taraka's ''[[Heroes of Cybertron (toyline)|Super Collection Figure]]'' series of PVC figurines in the hands of the rare Rodimus Prime [[chase figure]] from the line's second "act". Both Rodimus and the Matrix were cast entirely in translucent colored plastic, as the Autobot leader held the talisman in both hands, in the process of opening it.

:The Matrix-bearing Rodimus chase figure was re-released as a standard figure for the fourth ''Super Collection Figure'' wave, this time as both a standard, solid-color figure and a metallic silver "pewter" version, both available at one each per standard case of twelve. In eight out of every ten cases, the pewter figure came with the right leg of the wave's collectable [[Metroplex (G1)#Super Collection Figure|Metroplex]] "build-a-figure".

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy with Matrix''' (2001)}}</ul>
:The Matrix made another appearance in the hands of a chase figure with this metallic silver Optimus Prime from the fifth ''Super Collection Figure'' act. The Matrix's translucent blue core is the only part of the figure not covered in silver paint.
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===''Mega Super Collection Figure''===
[[File:MegaSCF matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy TV Version''' (2002)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Metallic Version''' (2002)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Battle Damage Version''' (2002)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Hot Rodimus''' (2002)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Convoy''' (2002)}}</ul>
:The same Matrix accessory, cast in grey plastic with orange paint on the casing and metallic silver on the core, was included with the various ''[[Heroes of Cybertron (toyline)#Mega SCF|Mega Super Collection Figure]]'' versions of Optimus Prime and Rodimus Prime. None of the figures had compartments to store the Matrix, nor hands equipped to hold it in the normal way: the most any of the five figures can manage is to cup or balance it in their "open palm" alternate hands.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Cybertron/MegaSCFRodimusConvoy/rodimusconvoy.htm More information on Mega SCF Rodimus Convoy at TFU.info]''
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===''KT Figure Collection''===
[[File:TF-KT-Figure-Collection-Optimus-Prime-Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2004)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Revival Version''' (2004)}}</ul>
:The bust of Optimus Prime released as part of the ''[[KT Figure Collection]]'' features a removable Matrix with some atypical green detailing. Visible through Prime's chest windows, the Matrix is revealed when a lever on Prime's back is pressed, opening his chest and pushing the Matrix forward. The Matrix remained in the silver "Revival Version" redeco available exclusively through ''[[Figure Ō]]'' magazine.

::*''[http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/kt_figure/transformers/index.html More information on KT Figure Collection Convoy at the official website]''
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===First 4 Figures===
[[File:Sd ultramagnus statue.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''SD Ultra Magnus''' (statue, 2006)}}</ul>
:Seeking to produce a [[super deformed]] ''Transformers'' statue, [[First 4 Figures]] teamed up with Transformers fan site [http://www.tfw2005.com TFW2005.com] to run a contest that would allow fans to design their own. The winning design, depicting an unhappy Ultra Magnus after an amusingly unfortunate attempt at opening the Matrix of Leadership, was created by fan Xu Wei (aka Iron Bird), and was limited to only 500 pieces. A variant edition of the statue was also produced, redecoing Magnus in the color scheme of his ''Diaclone'' precursor, Powered Convoy, and was even more limited at only 100 pieces.

::*''[http://www.angelfire.com/planet/reminator6/HTML/autob/magnussdf.htm More information on SD Ultra Magnus at an Ultra Magnus fan site]''
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===Diamond Select Toys===
[[File:DiamondMatrixStatue.JPG|thumb|Deus sold separately]]
*'''Autobot Matrix of Leadership''' (2006)
:[[Diamond Select Toys]] produced a human-scaled replica of the Matrix. Weighing six pounds, it was sculpted by Robert Lee and is a limited edition of 1,000 pieces. The Matrix can be picked up off its Autobot-symbol base, and held by the finger holes in the handgrips — and while it does not open, it can "light your darkest hour," with internal electronics that make the central crystal orb pulse in blue, green, red, yellow, and pink. The base also has a removable [[Key to Vector Sigma]] accessory, which activates the electronics when placed in the base.

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[[File:AAUnicron statue.jpg|thumb|"YOU! SHALL NOT! PAAAASSS!!!"]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Unicron Movie Statue''' (Diamond Select, [[2007]])}}</ul>
:This statue of Hot Rod and Unicron stands 8 ½” tall and was limited to 1,986 pieces (as in 1986, the year the original animated movie was released). Hot Rod stands in the center of the piece, holding the Matrix of Leadership aloft, as Unicron looms behind him.

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[[File:Diamondselect matrices.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Optimus Prime (top), G1 Animated (middle), Powermaster (bottom) and Final Battle (main).]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (bust, 2007)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Final Battle Optimus Prime''' (Action Figure Xpress exclusive bust, 2007)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''G1 Animated Optimus Prime''' (San Diego Comic Con exclusive bust, 2008)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Powermaster Optimus Prime''' (unreleased bust, 2008)}}</ul>
:The Matrix of Leadership was a regular fixture on Diamond Select's array of Optimus Prime busts, appearing as sculpted detail on the standard base piece shared by the Optimus Prime, G1 Animated Optimus Prime, and unreleased Powermaster Optimus Prime busts. The same base was used for the Final Battle Optimus Prime bust, which represents the character after his climactic battle with Megatron, but the Matrix was removed (replaced with a panel displaying Prime's life-signs) and instead included as a removable accessory that fits in the bust's hand.
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===''Revoltech''===
[[File:Revoltech matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2007)}}</ul>
:''Revoltech'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Revoltech|Optimus Prime]] comes with a Matrix accessory. Alas, like his ''Mega SCF'' incarnations before him ([[#Mega Super Collection Figure|see above]]), ''Revoltech'' Prime cannot store it in his chest, and is unable to grasp it with any of his various alternate hands, with the only possible means of interaction being to precariously balance the Matrix in his open palm.
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===''Robot Heroes''===
[[File:RH Prime vs Unicron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Shiny.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Optimus Prime vs Unicron''' (2007)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Single-pack, 2008)}}</ul>
:[[Super deformed]] ''[[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'' Optimus Prime is depicted opening the Matrix of Leadership to light the Autobots' darkest hour.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/RHOptimusPrimeMatrix/optimusprime.htm More information on Robot Heroes Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Mecha Nations''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2014)}}</ul>
:Created by [[Kids Logic]], this super deformed "G1" [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Mehca Nations|Optimus Prime]] has a light-up, non-removable Matrix in his chest.

===''Ultimetal''===
[[File:Ultimetal Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2014)}}</ul>
:*''ID number:'' '''UM-01'''
:''Ultimetal'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Ultimetal|Optimus Prime]] is a large, extensively detailed figure produced by [[Art Storm]]. He comes with two different Matrix accessories: a smaller one that stores in his chest, where it can be lit up by an LED, and a larger one that can be held in his hands and lights up on its own. The larger Matrix can be displayed alongside Prime on a separate pedestal based on the [[#Diamond Select Toys|Diamond Select replica]]'s.
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===''EX Gōkin''===
[[File:EXGokin Matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2014)}}</ul>
:Art Storm also produced ''EX Gōkin'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#EX Gōkin|Convoy]], a much smaller Optimus Prime action figure with a non-removable Matrix molded into its chest compartment.
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===Prime 1 Studio===
[[File:Prime 1 Studio Matrix of Leadership.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron''' (May 2014)}}</ul>
:*''Movie:'' '''''Revenge of the Fallen'''''
:*''ID number:'' '''MMTFM-01S'''
:*''Accessories'': Base

:A replica of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Matrix of Leadership was included with an exclusive version of the [[Prime 1 Studio]] ''Museum Masterline'' [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#Prime 1 Studio|Megatron]] statue based on the same movie. It comes with its own base.
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===''D-Style''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2015)}}</ul>
:*''ID number:'' '''43'''
:The ''[[D-Style]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#D-Style|Convoy]] model kit comes with a Matrix that stores in his chest. It was redecoed into [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#D-Style|Black Convoy]]'s [[Dead Matrix]].
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===Hot Toys===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Starscream Version)''' (2015)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Megatron Version)''' (2015)}}</ul>
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===Soldier Story===
[[File:Soldier-Story-Unicron-lamp.jpeg|thumb|Magic lamp]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Unicron''' (2017)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories:'' Hot Rod, Hot Rod clear stand, remote control, USB power cable

:The [[Soldier Story Toys]] [[Unicron/toys#Soldier Story|Unicron]] table lamp stands over 26" tall and is bedecked with over 70 LEDs of various colors all over it. It also projects the movie-style Decepticon [[insignia]] above it. The lamp also includes a 6" Hot Rod holding the Matrix of Leadership.
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===Imaginarium Art===
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===Flame Toys===
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===Super7===
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===''R.E.D. [Robot Enhanced Design]''===
[[File:TF-R.E.D.-Optimus-Prime.jpg|200px|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2020)}}</ul>

:''[[Transformers R.E.D.]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#R.E.D. .5BRobot Enhanced Design.5D|Optimus Prime]] includes an opening chest compartment that stores a removable Matrix of Leadership.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' (2022)}}</ul>
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===Minimates===
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===Icon Heroes===
[[File:Icon-Heroes-Matrix-Bookend.jpg|thumb|Wait, the blue orb isn't supposed to split in half... [[Chaos Part Four: Genesis|is it?]]]]
*'''Matrix of Leadership Bookend''' (2022)
: A set of bookends made in the form of the original Matrix of Leadership, it measures 6.2 x 8.4 x 4 inches (15.75 x 21.33 x 10.16 cm) in size and weighs approximately 6 pounds (2.72 kg). Made of polystone, it was produced by Icon Heroes and was limited to 2,000 sets.

{{-}}[[File:IconHeroesGoldenLagoonMatrixBookend.jpg|thumb|No, no, NO! Only the middle is supposed to be gold, not the entire thi- wait, [[Matrix_of_Leadership/toys#CultureFly|what?]]]]
*'''Matrix of Leadership Bookend (Golden Lagoon Exclusive)''' (2023)
: Inspired by the Transformers episode "[[The Golden Lagoon (episode)|The Golden Lagoon]]", this redeco of the above bookend set depicts the entire Matrix of Leadership (save for its blue center) coated in [[electrum]] after the Autobots dipped into the titular golden lagoon,<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20240303064936/https://www.iconheroes.com/collections/transformers/products/transformers-matrix-of-leadership-bookend-golden-lagoon-exclusive Icon Heroes listing:] "Inspired by the Transformers episode The Golden Lagoon where Autobots and Decepticons are protected in electrum coating after dipping into a golden lagoon[...]"</ref> even though the Matrix wasn't introduced to audiences until ''The Transformers: The Movie'' released, ten months after the episode was first broadcast. Again made of polystone, it was available exclusively on Icon Heroes' web storefronts and was limited to 300 sets.

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===CultureFly===
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[[File:CultureFlyOneMatrix.jpg|thumb|YOU'RE NOT WORTHY TO OPEN ME. NOT EVEN YOU, RICK.]]
*'''Transformers One Matrix of Leadership Replica''' (2024)
: Made in the form of the Matrix of Leadership as seen in [[Transformers One (film)|''Transformers One'']], this static replica of the Matrix measures 10 x 6.6 x 3 inches (25 x 17 x 8.5 cm) in size. It is cast in metallic gold vinyl and features openings on both sides for owners to see the blue orb inside, which has gold glitter applied to it to emulate its glow as it doesn't have electronics. This Matrix also has some paint applications on the front and back for extra detailing, but while the both sides have blue and yellow paint in the same spots, only the front has black paint applied. It uses two pegs to connect into its black display stand, which has the film's logo applied on both sides in gold paint. Unfortunately, this Matrix does not feature any opening functions, and the openings in the handles are each less than half an inch in size (smaller than 1 cm, actually) making most owners unable to easily fit their fingers in like most media depictions of the Matrix opening in [[The Transformers (franchise)|G1]]. This Matrix was produced by [[CultureFly]] and was exclusively sold at [[Walmart]]. A year after ''Transformers One'''s release, overstock of these were found being sold at discount stores for roughly half off.

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===''Transformers × Mini World''===
[[File:MiniWorldGalvatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.40|]]
*'''Galvatron''' (2023)

: ''[[Transformers × Mini World]]'' Galvatron includes a flat, grey Matrix of Leadership which can mount on the wall of his mini-base, or be held in his hands via a peg on its bottom.
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===''Blokees''===
====Galaxy/Shining Version====
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''X Yearly Version - The Golden Lagoon''' (2023)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Shining Version, 2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Pink)''' (Galaxy Version, 2024)}}</ul>

: First introduced in Blokees' first X Yearly Version box set, the light-up Optimus Prime kit comes with a Matrix accessory and a support stand. It features a pair of tabs on each handle, compatible with most ''Galaxy/Shining Version'' kits that include open-palm hands, not just Prime.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Orion Pax COGGED''' (Galaxy Version, 2024)}}</ul>

: The Cogged Orion Pax kit from the seventh wave of the/second ''One''-based ''Galaxy Version'' line features a newly-tooled Matrix based on the macguffin in the movie. It functions identically with the G1-based accessory above.

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====Action Edition====
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime/Orion Pax''' (2025)}}</ul>

: Both iterations of the ''Action Edition'' Optimus Prime model kits came with their respective Matrices.

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====Classic Class====
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Classic Class, 2024)}}</ul>

: The Deluxe Class ''Classic Class'' Optimus Prime (One) kit includes a Matrix of Leadership, featuring a translucent blue crystal that illuminates from the torso frame. The accessory can be removed, but the head, back piece, and upper neck collar parts must be removed first to access it.

: The Matrix is entirely metallic gray, as it was molded in the same runners as other similarly metallic gray parts.

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====Defender Version====
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Special Galaxy Type Rodimus Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Special Armor Type Rodimus Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
:*''Series:'' '''Defender Version 04 - Tyrant's Fury'''

: The fourth wave of the ''Defender Version'' blind-boxes includes a smaller version of the Matrix accessory found in the chase variant of the Rodimus Prime kits. The Special Galaxy Type variant has an unpainted Matrix, while the Special Armor Type version features added gold details for greater accuracy. Both accessories come with an effect part.

: Aside from Rodimus, other kits with 3.4mm hands can hold the accessory. However, certain kits, such as those in the Galaxy Version line, can hold them, but the clenched middle finger on the fist would likely chip off the painted detail from the Special Armor Type version of the accessory.

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Optimus Prime (ES)

2025-12-27T11:06:39Z

Boingus: /* EarthSpark */

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{{disambig3|Optimus Prime}}
:''Optimus Prime is an [[Autobot]] from the [[Transformers: EarthSpark (franchise)|EarthSpark]] [[continuity family]].''
[[File:Optimusprime-earthspark-stock.jpg|upright=1.5|thumb|The dad of the task force.]]

Long ago, '''Optimus Prime''' took up arms to save [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] from [[Megatron (ES)|Megatron]] and his [[Decepticon]]s, a conflict that eventually brought him and his followers to [[Earth]]. Although he and the [[Autobot]]s finally blunted the Decepticon advance and shattered their ranks for good, victory left them stranded on a world that had turned against them.

In his new role as a [[G.H.O.S.T.]] operative, Optimus now serves as a liaison between humanity and his own kind as he mops up Decepticon stragglers with the assistance of [[Elita-1 (ES)|Elita-1]] and the repentant Megatron. The bumpy post-war transition weighs heavily upon him, as do the occasionally-amoral actions of his human colleagues, but Optimus perseveres; only by bringing the people of Earth and Cybertron together can they forge a unified future, and the rise of a new generation of Earth-born "[[Terran]]s" might be the first step on the road to permanent peace.

To this end, Optimus tries hard, really ''really'' hard, to be #Relatable to the humans, earnestly attempting to put on a non-threatening, light-hearted tone when dealing with them... despite the fact that it smashes headlong into the wall of his natural stoicism and gravitas. He needs handwritten cue cards to remind him to smile. He's given to Dad Jokes that would even give [[Alex Malto]] pause. His text messages are overloaded with emojis. But as laughably cringe as his attempts are, it's all utterly ''sincere''. His desire for peace and harmony with the people of Earth burns deep in the core of his [[spark]]. He's honestly trying his hardest, no matter how difficult it is. He wouldn't be Optimus if he didn't.

{{bigquote|After decades of fighting, humans have reason to fear my kind. We found that visual aids and cheerful slogans make us less... scary.|Optimus is really trying|"[[Classified]]"}}

==Fiction==
===''EarthSpark'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[Alan Tudyk]] (English), [[Tesshō Genda]] (Japanese)|[[Víctor Hugo Aguilar]] (Latin American Spanish), [[Gabriel Jiménez]] (Castilian Spanish), [[Alberto Angrisano]] (Italian), [[Guilherme Briggs]] (Brazilian Portuguese), [[Imre Szélyes]] (Hungarian, first voice), [[László Horányi]] (Hungarian, second voice), [[François Berland]] (French), [[Achim Buch]] (German), [[Fitra Hartono]] (Indonesian), [[Janusz Zadura]] (Polish), [[Yunsang Kwak]] (Korean)}}

[[File:Disarmed-OrionPax.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.66]]
Long ago, '''Orion Pax''' was a humble laborer on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], {{storylink|Disarmed}} and a former friend of [[Megatron (ES)|Megatron]]. The two once co-led a revolution in an attempt to end inequality on their planet; {{storylink|Transformers EarthSpark The Official Guidebook|The Official Guidebook}} eventually, however, their differences drove them apart. {{storylink|Warzone}} With all-out [[Great War (ES)|civil war]] on the horizon, Orion became the bearer of the [[Matrix of Leadership]], a [[Artifacts of the Primes|relic]] of the [[Thirteen]] original Transformers. Thus empowered, Orion became Optimus Prime; {{storylink|Disarmed}} and Prime subsequently led the Autobots in a lengthy campaign against Megatron's Decepticons for control of the life-giving [[AllSpark]]. Although they were now on opposite sides of the war, Optimus believed that there was still good in Megatron's [[spark]] and hoped that they could one day be friends again. {{storylink|Transformers EarthSpark The Official Guidebook|The Official Guidebook}}

In [[1984]], the Autobots and Decepticons travelled to Earth via [[space bridge]], where their war continued for many years. Shortly after arriving on the planet, Optimus chose to [[Scanning|scan]] a semi-truck as his new [[alternate mode]]—one of the few shapes that was fast, inconspicuous, and able to accommodate his proportions. {{storylink|Transformers EarthSpark The Official Guidebook|The Official Guidebook}} At some point during the conflict, Optimus and the Autobots formed an alliance with [[G.H.O.S.T.]], a clandestine human organization who assisted the Autobots in the war effort. {{storylink|Age of Evolution, Part 1}} When [[Megatron (ES)|Megatron]], seeing how radicalized the Decepticons had become, sought to aid the Autobots in ending the conflict, a skeptical Optimus asked his foe to scan an Earth form to prove his word. Although initially hesitant to do so, Megatron eventually scanned a human helicopter. {{storylink|Outtakes}} After the [[AllSpark]] had been retrieved from the Decepticons, Optimus attempted to return the artifact to Cybertron through the space bridge in the hopes that returning the artifact to its rightful place would revitalize the dying planet. However, the Decepticons intercepted the AllSpark, and the chaotic game of hot potato ended with Megatron hurling the AllSpark through the space bridge to Cybertron before Optimus destroyed the portal completely, permanently stranding the Autobots and Decepticons on Earth. {{storylink|Warzone}}

[[File:Optimus and Elita alt-modes.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.66|"Hey honey, it's been [[:File:ElitaVehicle01.jpg|a while]] since we drove together like this. Weren't you on my left side last time?"]]

Over the next fifteen years, Optimus, Megatron, and a number of Autobots established a working relationship with G.H.O.S.T., who'd shifted focus to undercover operations aimed at capturing Decepticon stragglers. Although Optimus genuinely believed that cooperating with G.H.O.S.T. was the best path forward for their race, not all the Cybertronians he worked with saw things the same way, least of all Megatron. {{storylink|Decoy (episode)|Decoy}}

One evening, Optimus and Elita-1 ambushed [[Swindle (ES)|Swindle]] and [[Hardtop (ES)|Hardtop]], and despite being unexpectedly attacked by [[Arachnamech]]s, managed to capture Hardtop. While later investigating the crash of the truck transporting Hardtop, Optimus and Elita encountered old ally [[Dot Malto]], and were joined by Megatron. {{storylink|Secret Legacy, Part 1}} Optimus released some of [[Wheeljack (ES)|Wheeljack]]'s drones in an attempt to learn more about the mysterious Arachnamechs. When that turned up nothing, Optimus's group continued the search and found the Arachnamechs in the process of attacking Dot's children and two new Transformers who had been created on Earth. Optimus's belief that [[Twitch]] and [[Thrash (ES)|Thrash]] would be safest in G.H.O.S.T. custody resulted in the pair being captured by human villain [[Mandroid]] who provided a fake G.H.O.S.T. transport. Following the rescues of the two "Terrans", Optimus was instead in favor of Dot taking care of them, and assigned [[Bumblebee (ES)|Bumblebee]] as their teacher. {{storylink|Secret Legacy, Part 2}}

[[File:ES-Ep01-05 OptimusCoolPose.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb||left|Fonzimus Prime]]

Bumblebee attempted to contact Optimus to get advice on teaching, only to get Megatron and Elita-1 as Optimus was indisposed. Optimus later returned his calls, but Bee was busy with Family Game Night by that point. {{storylink|Moo-ving In}} While searching for a dangerous Decepticon who'd been spotted near [[Witwicky (town)|Witwicky]], Optimus found the Terrans and Dot's kids caught in a Decepticon pit trap. He hid them in his trailer in the G.H.O.S.T. base while he took Dot on her orientation. He and Dot later had to extract the kids from Megatron's combat simulation after they went wandering, and smuggled them out of the base, though Optimus was uncomfortable at having to show Dot the accommodations provided for the captured Decepticon. {{storylink|Classified}}

Optimus and Megatron were lured to an abandoned factory after [[Ravage (ES)|Ravage]], [[Laserbeak (ES)|Laserbeak]] and [[Frenzy (ES)|Frenzy]] stole [[Jon Schloder|Agent Schloder]]'s ID badge, and with his comms down, Optimus was forced to phone [[Mo Malto]] to ask Bumblebee to send backup. Bumblebee instead turned up himself, and the trio managed to subdue the three cassettes. They headed back to base and en route were ambushed by [[Soundwave (ES)|Soundwave]]. With the help of [[Arcee (ES)|Arcee]] and the Maltos, Optimus and his team were able to triumph, however Megatron talked Optimus into at least letting the three cassettes go before they took Soundwave to G.H.O.S.T. {{storylink|Decoy (episode)|Decoy}}

[[File:Earthspark-AOE1-SayCheese.jpg|upright=1.66|right|thumb]]

When G.H.O.S.T. held a ceremony celebrating the human/Autobot alliance, Optimus and Megatron found themselves defending the humans against [[Skywarp (ES)|Skywarp]] and [[Nova Storm (ES)|Nova Storm]], who had come intending to procure Optimus's left arm for Mandroid. Though the Decepticons were successfully defeated, they avoided being captured. Regrouping with the Maltos and Terrans at a burger bar, Optimus learned that the Terrans had been brought online by a glowing rock and resolved to investigate further. This led them to recover the [[Emberstone]], just in time for Skywarp and Nova Storm to again attack, this time revealing that Megatron and Dot had been captured by Mandroid as barter for Optimus's arm. {{storylink|Age of Evolution, Part 1}} Optimus and Bumblebee managed to capture the pair and discovered that the Emberstone had created three more Terrans. Aiming to rescue Dot and Megatron, Optimus came up with a plan for him, Thrash and Twitch to pose as prisoners being brought in by the newborn Terrans. Mandroid quickly saw through the ruse, however it gave the group the opportunity to free Dot and Megatron, and after Mandroid revealed his base was actually a giant mech, the group fought together to destroy it, with Optimus expressing pride and hope in the bonds between the Maltos, both human and Terran. {{storylink|Age of Evolution, Part 2}}

Sometime after Bumblebee got exposed by G.H.O.S.T., Optimus sent the scout on another undercover mission infiltrating a "Bot Brawl" ring to find the missing [[Grimlock (ES)|Grimlock]]. {{storylink|Home, Part 1}} Optimus met with Dot at the [[Witwicky Ranger Station]] where she'd been picking up strange energon readings. They turned out to be Swindle, whom Optimus captured, but in the process Robby's [[cyber-sleeve]] was revealed to have the power to manifest a shield. Believing this to be the power of [[Quintus Prime]], Optimus smuggled the Malto family into G.H.O.S.T. HQ so that [[Teletraan I (ES)|Teletraan I]] could scan the sleeves. Mandroid devised a distraction to pull Optimus away, allowing him to trap the kids in the Autobot rec room simulator. {{storylink|Disarmed}}

After a mass escape by Decepticons, Optimus found that his concerns were being ignored by [[Karen Croft|Executive Agent Croft]], who forbade him from entering the tunnels to give pursuit. Disgruntled, he and Megatron went to the entrance to the tunnels where he saw off the ex-Decepticon on a mission to pursue the fugitives. {{storylink|What Dwells Within}} When Robby's health degraded due to the damage to his cyber-sleeve, Optimus visited the [[Dugout]] and expressed his concern that only the Emberstone might be able to help the boy. {{storylink|Prime Time (episode)|Prime Time}}

Concerned by the amount of secrets being kept from him by G.H.O.S.T., Optimus gave Bumblebee the task of infiltrating the HQ and investigating an off-limit area. During later clashes with Croft, Optimus was able to run interference while Bee was carrying out the mission and filled Megatron in on what he was doing. {{storylink|Stowed Away, Stowaways}} Responding to Hashtag's distress call, Optimus brought a group of Autobots to the Malto farm where they fought Croft's [[Ghoid]] soldiers. Though they were victorious, when Optimus confronted Croft directly, she activated a device given to her by Mandroid which shut down Optimus and the other Autobots present. {{storylink|The Battle of Witwicky}} They were still unconscious when Mandroid arrived back from space in a new semi-robotic form. {{storylink|The Last Hope, Part 1}} Reactivated under Mandroid's mind control, Optimus and Elita tracked Bumblebee, Twitch, and Nightshade down. Bumblebee attempted to fight the Autobot leader, but it was only when the Maltobots also got involved and drained Optimus's energon using Mandroid's [[Cyber Slayer]] that Optimus was taken down. Both he and Elita were later revived when Robby and Mo used their cyber-sleeves to reverse the effects of Mandroid's energon-draining superweapon. {{storylink|The Last Hope, Part 2}}

Following the shattering of the Emberstone, the Autobots and Maltos attempted to collect the scattered shards with the Decepticons initially working with them until Starscream opted to break ties with the Autobots. During one attempt to secure a shard, Optimus failed to keep it away from Breakdown. Optimus and the others later created a diversion at the naval yard while a small team mounted an unsuccessful mission to steal the Decepticon's collection of Embershards. {{storylink|Aftermath (ES episode)|Aftermath}}

Optimus suggested Hashtag might select a new alternate mode after Bumblebee mistook her for an actual G.H.O.S.T. van while the Autobots were clearing the Autobot base. He failed to grab Ravage as the Con escaped from the base. {{storylink|Control Alt Delete}} Ravage's incursion prompted Optimus to make plans to move the Cyber Slayer, picking Twitch to fly as lookout. New Chaos Terran [[Spitfire (ES)|Spitfire]] callenged Twitch for the position, leading Megatron to invoke the [[Polyhex Protocol]] so the pair would have to compete in an assault course. Though Spitfire won the race, Optimus disqualified her for endangering a teammate. {{storylink|Spitfire (episode)|Spitfire}} That decided, preparations for the mission continued. Optimus and Elita went to prepare Optimus's trailer for the mission, unaware that Spitfire and Twitch had been body-swapped, and as a result Spitfire was able to snatch the Cyber Slayer. Though Optimus and Elita gave chase, they were obstructed by Soundwave, Nova Storm and Skywarp. {{Storylink|The Imposters}}

Hashtag and Robby convinced Optimus to do a photo shoot with [[Trucks Illustrated]], taking his trailer to clean it. Jawbreaker, meanwhile, held Optimus's attention with an interminable interview and pedicure, after which he reached the photoshoot to find the trailer absent. Though he resigned himself to using a substitute trailer, Hashtag and Robby did turn up with the trailer, only for the photoshoot to go sour as they'd use pine scent, to which Optimus was allergic. {{storylink|Dude, Where's My Trailer?}}

Alerted to Starscream's plan to use the reconstituted Emberstone to raise and control the [[Titan (group)|Titan]] [[Terratronus]], currently buried under Witwicky, Optimus led the Autobot forces to the Decepticon base for a confrontation with the forces there. In the end, Starscream was able to complete the Emberstone and used to to offline Optimus and the rest of the Autobots and Terrans present. They were brought back online some time later when Robby and Mo reclaimed the Emberstone. {{storylink|Witwicky, Part 2}}

When [[Prowl (ES)|Prowl]]'s ship crashed within the [[Chaos Dome]], Optimus led a mission inside to rescue his old comrade. He and Prowl did their best to defend Prowl's ship against the Decepticons while the kids worked on a way to repower it, but the pair were overwhelmed. Optimus attempted to cling to the ship as it lifted off, unsuccessfully, as he had to be saved from falling to his doom by Megatron. {{storylink|No Soldier Left Behind}} When Bumblebee infected the Autobots with [[Hate Plague]], Optimus and Megatron headed for the base entrance, the former with the intention of locking down the base as he did not want to abandon his fellow Autobots. Optimus was unfortunately infected himself and pursued Megatron and Twitch to the [[Arctic]] G.H.O.S.T. base, where he infected and fought the ex-Decepticon until it turned out that the cold cured the Hate Plague. {{Storylink|Fire and Ice}} Believing the appearance of the Hate Plague to be intentional, Optimus had Prowl launch an investigation. {{Storylink|The Truth Is Out There}}

The arrival of a [[Quintesson]] ship had Optimus turn out to greet it with the full Autobot force. They ended up having to evacuate Witwicky after the Quintessons shattered the Chaos Dome, unleashing a storm of chaos energy. As part of a plan devised by Nightshade, Optimus led a team to Terratronus and retrieved the Cyber Slayer and the two dead Chaos Terrans. {{storylink|Judgment Day, Part 1}} The Cyber Slayer was affixed to Optimus's trailer, which was then dropped into the storm, absorbing it and restoring the Chaos Terrans to life. Optimus and the others subsequently mounted a diversionary battle to keep the Quintessons busy while Mo restored Terratronus to life so that the Titan could destroy the Quintessons. {{storylink|Judgment Day, Part 2}}
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==Games==
===''Transformers: EarthSpark - Expedition''===
{{voiceactor|[[Bill Rogers]] (English)|[[Marcel Jonker]] (Dutch), [[Martial Le Minoux]] (French), [[Viktor Pavel]] (German), [[Marco Balzarotti]] (Italian), [[Maciej Konopiński]] (Polish), [[José García]] (Spanish)}}
{{charfictionstub|{{storylink|Transformers: EarthSpark - Expedition}}}}

==Toys==
===''EarthSpark''===
{{Note|The TakaraTomy releases of most toys feature additional/altered paint patterns (complete with [[G.H.O.S.T.]] emblems) to make him closely resemble the character's on-screen appearances.}}
{{anchor|Tacticon}}
[[File:TF-Earthspark-Tacticon-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Tacticon Assortment, [[2022]])}}</ul>

: Part of the first wave of the ''[[Transformers: EarthSpark (toyline)|EarthSpark]]'' "Tacticon assortment", Optimus Prime is a small figure that converts from a small truck into an [[Brick (term)|unposeable]] robot with just a single step controlled by your fingertip. Unlike most toys below, Optimus is molded with a truck carriage/trailer, hiding the finger while transforming.

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[[File:TF-Earthspark-1-Step-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|''(Hasbro Version Pictured)'']]
[[File:TF-ES-JP-ESS-01-Supatto-(Flip-Changer)-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|''(TakaraTomy Version Pictured)'']]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (1-Step Flip Changer, 2022)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy Name'': '''Supatto Change Optimus Prime'''
:*''TakaraTomy ID Number'': '''ESS-01'''

: "1-Step Flip Changer" Optimus Prime is a simple toy that converts in a single step; Pulling back his upper truck cab transforms him into robot mode, and laying him down on a flat surface automatically turns him back into a truck, triggered by his kneecaps. This feature can also be activated by pressing his knees without touching the ground.

:Due to the nature of his transformation, Optimus' arms are not articulated, which means he can only wield his ranged weapons downwards with his 5mm fists.

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[[File:Transformers-EarthSpark-Warrior-Class-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|HEREEE'S PRIMEEEE!-]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Warrior, [[2023]])}}</ul>

: Released as part of the first wave of ''EarthSpark'' Warrior Class toys, Optimus Prime is a 5-inch figure. His action feature is an axe that flips out from the underside of his right arm. His forearms also feature 5mm-compatible hands, though the weapons with longer posts do not fully sit through due to the panel underneath.

: Because of the tight ball-and-socket forearm joints and the shoulder joints on his torso, transforming him into truck mode can be troubling, as the arms can pop off if excessive force is used. The third step on the instructions also erroneously depicts his head being unturned while flipping back to the truck cavity (doing so prevents the head from being tucked in) before later steps show his head correctly rotated.

: Initial preview photos of the toy feature his tires being molded in the same gray color as the unpaintable parts.

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[[File:TF-EarthSpark-Deluxe-Optimus-Prime.jpeg|thumb|upright=1.66|His axe is minty fresh! ''(Hasbro Version Pictured)'']]
[[File:TF-ES-JP-ESD-01-Deluxe-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|''(TakaraTomy Version Pictured)'']]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2023)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID Number'': '''ESD-01'''
:*''Build-a-Figure part'': [[Mandroid#Toys|Mandroid]] left leg (Hasbro release only)
:*''Accessories'': "Iron cannon blaster", axe<ref>Transformers EarthSpark Deluxe Optimus Prime [https://hasbropulse.com/products/transformers-earthspark-deluxe-optimus-prime Hasbro Pulse listing]: "Convert Optimus Prime toy from robot to truck mode in 19 steps. Comes with iron cannon blaster and axe accessories"</ref>

: Released as a part of the second wave of ''EarthSpark'' Deluxe Class toys, Optimus Prime is a heavy retool of the ''[[Transformers: Cyberverse (toyline)|Cyberverse]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Cyberverse)#Deluxe Class|Deluxe Class Optimus Prime]], sharing the same blaster, crotch, wheels, back, ankle joints, shoulder joints, and neck platform. He transforms into a semi-truck in 19 steps and comes with a handheld Energon axe that is stored underneath his legs in vehicle mode, while the blaster is stored on his back to keep the legs straight. In an undocumented feature, his gun can be stored on his lower back and his axe on top of his backpack (where there are two storage ports) in robot mode. Though hindered by the joint that holds the front wheels/hood, Optimus' waist can rotate, if one wants to pop off the piece to restore it.

:Optimus Prime also includes the left leg of the [[Build a Figure]] Mandroid. Optimus was re-released in 2024 without the BAF piece (and removed any mention of it on the box), and again in 2025 with that year's new packaging.

:The TakaraTomy release has a more show-accurate deco, though it does not have the Mandroid piece.

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[[File:TF-ES-Spin-Changer-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|''(Hasbro Version Pictured)'']]
[[File:TF-ES-JP-ESC-01-Spin-Changer-Optimus-Prime-Robby.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|''(TakaraTomy Version Pictured)'']]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime & Robby Malto''' (Spin Changer, 2023)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID Number'': '''ESC-01'''
:*''Accessories'': Cyber-sleeve shield

:Spin Changer Optimus Prime is a roughly Voyager Class-sized figure with a spinning gimmick on the upper torso if the included [[Robby Malto#EarthSpark|Robby Malto figurine]] is mounted onto it. Optimus also comes with a small shield that doubles as a Cyber-sleeve shield for Robby. Optimus only has limited articulation on the elbows and features 5mm-compatible hands.

:The Spin Changer was codenamed "Mark", which made its way to some websites selling the toy.

:The initial preorders made for the TakaraTomy release of the toy will come with an additional "[[Chainclaw (ROTB)#Burning|Burning Chainclaw]]" [[Battle Master]].

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[[File:TF-Earthspark-Battle-Base-Trailer-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime Battle Base Trailer''' ([[2024]])}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Trailer/ battle base

:This release is a repaint of the [[Optimus Prime (Cyberverse)#TrailerPlayset|Battle Base Trailer playset]] from the [[Transformers: Cyberverse (toyline)|''Cyberverse'']] toyline. Optimus features a pop-out axe and chopping action on his left arm when the mechanism on his back is pushed. Due to this gimmick, he has no sculpted hand and lacks elbow articulation.

:The trailer, when opened, features two small turrets and a computer display. A single Warrior Class (or smaller) car can be stored in the trailer in vehicle mode. The trailer attaches by his feet slotting into the front end of the trailer, though it does not turn easily. Through a seeming design fluke, the trailer can also attach to the above Warrior Class Optimus Prime figure in much the same manner.

:In terms of deco, Optimus's black and light blue details are swapped with silver and yellow, while the trailer's ramp detail and the scanner's colors were changed as well.

:The figure was first revealed via an [[eBay]] listing.

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[[File:TF-Earthspark-JP-ESD-S-Battle-Station-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''DX Battle Station Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:*''Release Date: [[March 16]], [[2024]]
:*''ID Number'': '''ESD-S'''

:The Warrior Class Optimus Prime was also released for the Japanese markets, featuring additional paint operations. He also features additional Autobot symbols on his shoulders, rather than G.H.O.S.T. emblems from the show. Like the toy above, Optimus also comes with the same Battle Base trailer from the ''Cyberverse'' toy line (a first for Japanese markets), cast in blue plastic with an ''extensively'' silver-painted exterior.

:The manual still depicts the erroneous 3rd step from the original Hasbro release.

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[[File:TF-ES-SmashChanger-OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (1-Step Smash Changer, [[2025]])}}</ul>
: Part of the first wave of "1-Step Smash Changers", Optimus converts from a truck into a simple robot in one step, triggered by holding the fins at the rear of his vehicle mode and smashing him against a surface (or press down on the fins if you're boring). The toy is reset by pulling his body back down. Unlike other Smash Changers, Optimus does have one point of articulation: a rotating head.

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[[File:TF-Earthspark-Battle-Trailer-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime Battle Trailer''' ([[2025]])}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Battle trailer, 2 missiles

: This Optimus Prime is a retool of the [[#Warrior|Warrior Class toy above]] with new forearms that lack the Energon axe originally on his right arm, but also the hinge to fold the panel away that was on his right arm. He also has a newly molded truck-front with more accurate headlights and a ''less'' accurate grill. The silver paint on Optimus's lower legs has been omitted, and the silver fists have been changed to gunmetal gray.

: The main part of the toy is the new trailer which can transform into a turret, both of which are based on the cartoon. Going into turret mode is only one step, as swinging the cannon forward automatically opens the trailer. A button on top activates the lights and sounds, with a unique set of sounds for both modes. Swinging the cannon between modes also triggers the light and a unique transformation sound. Strangely, both sets of audio are a mix of stock sounds and clips from the [[Live-action film series|live-action films]], even including voice lines from [[Peter Cullen]].

:The cannon itself features a seat for Optimus to man the weapon, while a second cannon at the opposite end of the base can fire a projectile. The projectiles can be stored on recesses within the base's side panels. Since Optimus lacks a proper trailer hitch, the trailer connects to him with an indent that cups over his feet, leading to a somewhat loose connection. The bottom of the trailer also features a flip-out stabilizer to hold it up when Prime is not attached.

:The toy is exclusive to [[Target]] stores in the United States.

==Notes==
*The EarthSpark series production bible likened Optimus Prime to [[Dwayne Johnson|Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson]].
===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Optimus Prime''' (オプティマスプライム ''Oputimasu Puraimu'')
*''Hungarian:'' '''Optimusz Prime, a fővezér''' ("Optimus Prime the Supreme Commander")

==References==
{{Reflist}}

[[Category:EarthSpark Autobots]]
[[Category:G.H.O.S.T.]]
[[Category:Hall of Fame characters]]

Matrix of Leadership/toys

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Boingus:

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The '''[[Matrix of Leadership]]''' will lighten your darkest wallet.

==Toys==
===''Robots in Disguise'' (2001)===
[[File:RIDtoy primes matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Super Class, [[2001]])}}</ul>
:When in his [[Super Mode]]. the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] [[Optimus Prime (RID)#Robots in Disguise (2001)|Optimus Prime]] has a little door on his chest that opens to reveal a sculpted, non-removable Matrix. In Japanese fiction, this was not the Matrix of Leadership, but rather a mere [[Energon Matrix]], the like of which had been seen in toy form before with [[Lio Convoy]] and [[Big Convoy]].

:The Matrix remained when Prime was redecoed for the ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 franchise)|Universe]]'' ([[#Universe (2003)|see below]]) and ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' ([[#Cybertron|below again]]) toylines, and was also present in both the exclusive Clear and Black versions of the figure available in Japan... but being Japanese figures, that technically means it's not the Matrix of Leadership on them!

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''The Transformers''===
{{anchor|G1toy}}
[[File:G1toy diecast matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''New Year Special Convoy''' ([[2002]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' ([[2005]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron II''' (2005)}}</ul>
:The first true Matrix of Leadership toy was a silver [[die-cast]] metal accessory which came with [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s "New Year Special" reissue of the original [[The Transformers (toyline)|The Transformers]] Optimus Prime figure. The Matrix came with a removable chain that allowed it to be looped around the head of Prime or any other figure you chose to give it to, and when flipped upside-down, it could also clip over the ''[[Diaclone]]''-holdover cockpit seats inside Prime's opening chest compartment.

:This Matrix was [[redeco]]ed in gold for inclusion with Takara's 2005 reissue of the original [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#PurpleReissue|Galvatron]] toy, and in green (specifically representing its appearance as the Creation Matrix in the Marvel Comics series) for the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive [[Galvatron II#Toys|Galvatron II]] redeco. Years later, the original silver version of the Matrix was included as part of the "[[Hot Rod (G1)/toys|Rodimus]] vs. [[Cyclonus (G1)/toys|Cyclonus]]" set in the 2010 ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)|Transformers]]'' toyline ([[#Transformers (2010)|see below]]).

:The Creation Matrix was used as the Green Matrix in ''[[Generations Selects Special Comic]]''.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Cybertron/NewYearsConvoy/nyconvoy.htm More information on New Year Special Convoy at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Destron/Galvatron/galvatron.htm More information on reissue Galvatron at TFU.info]''
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===''Armada''===
[[File:Armadatoy matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Super Base, 2002/[[2003]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Shining Gold Convoy''' (Super Base, 2003)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Powerlinx Optimus Prime''' (Super Base, 2003)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Battle for the Matrix''' (Multi-pack, 2003)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Magna Convoy DX Set''' (Multi-pack, 2003)}}</ul>
:The large version of ''[[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|Armada]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Toys|Optimus Prime]] has a non-removable Matrix of Leadership hidden behind the flip-down grill on his chest. This feature was kept for the various [[redeco]]s of this mold, gaining a blue center for Prime's "Powerlinx" redeco, and being entirely chromed when the figure got the gold chrome treatment as a Lucky Draw figure. Some further coloration changes were made when the figure was redecoed during the ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' toyline ([[#Energon|see below]]).

:Although this mold was never redecoed into [[Nemesis Prime (Armada)|Nemesis Prime]], the ''[[Linkage (comic)|Linkage]]'' mini-comics exploited the two characters' physical similarity to essentially [[repurposing|repurpose]] this Matrix into the [[Doomstone]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Armada Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.luckydrawtransformers.com/toy/gallery/review/gold+super+mode+convoy/1084/gold+super+mode+convoy.html More information on Shining Gold Convoy at Lucky Draw Transformers]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Powerlinx Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/KMartPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Battle for the Matrix Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Universe'' (2003)===
[[File:Universe2003toy rid prime matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Supreme Class, 2003)}}</ul>

:Although ''Robots in Disguise'' Optimus Prime got a lemon-yellow makeover for the ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' toyline, the Matrix beneath their chest-panel remained the same as ever.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/TFUOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Universe'' Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Energon''===
[[File:Energontoy armada prime redeco matrix.jpg|thumb|Matrix of [[Halloween]]]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime and Overload''' (Multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>
:While the new-mold Optimus Prime toys created for the ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' toyline lacked any kind of Matrix (instead featuring the [[Spark of Combination]] in a very Matrix-esque middle-of-the-chest position), the line did not go entirely without, as the ''Armada'' Super Base Prime figure was redecoed and re-released in a multi-pack with combination partner [[Overload (Armada)#Energon|Overload]]. Available exclusively at [[Costco]] stores, this [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#CostCoOverload|Super Base Optimus Prime]] redecoed the sculpted Matrix in a bright golden-orange (compared to the dull gold of before), with a green crystal at the center.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/CostcoPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Energon Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Masterpiece''===
[[File:Masterpiece matrices.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' ([[2003]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (Lucky Draw figure, [[2004]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultra Magnus''' (2004)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Perfect Edition''' ([[2006]]/[[2009]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Black Version''' ([[2010]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Sleep Mode''' (2010)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Last Production''' ([[2011]])}}</ul>
:A chromed Matrix accessory came with Hasbro's Takara's ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' edition of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|Convoy]], consisting of a translucent blue "crystal" centre surrounded by two shell-halves that could be pulled open. The Matrix stored in an opening chamber in Prime's chest, where its centre could be illuminated by a blue LED light built into the compartment. In order to fit into Prime's chest, however, the Matrix wound up being rather small, leaving Prime only able to wrap two of his fingers through its handles, instead of his whole hands.

:The Matrix was included with every reissue and redeco of the Prime mold, remaining in its normal colors when it came with Ultra Magnus, and the "Perfect Edition", "Sleep Mode", and "Final Edition" versions of Prime himself. When Prime was chromed entirely gold as a [[Lucky Draw figure]], though, the Matrix was likewise blinged out, while the Matrix included with the "Black Version" of Prime, representing an [[Eldedroid#toys|Eldedroid]], was chromed purple where the original was gold, and had a red translucent centre, illuminated by the figure's new red LED. A non-chromed version of the Matrix was included with Hasbro's "DVD Edition" of the figure as part of the ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' line ([[#Classics|see below]]).

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/20thPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on 20th Anniversary Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.goldoptimusprime.com/ More information on gold Masterpiece Convoy at GoldOptimusPrime.com]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Cybertron/UltraMagnus/ultramagnus.htm More information on Masterpiece Ultra Magnus at TFU.info]''

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[[File:MP rodimus matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Convoy''' (2011/[[2018]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Black Rodimus Convoy''' ([[November 28]], 2011)}}</ul>
:Being built to a smaller scale than the ''Masterpiece'' Optimus Prime figure, ''Masterpiece'' Rodimus Prime featured a new, smaller Matrix accessory of his own, cast in translucent blue plastic and decorated with gold and silver chrome. The Matrix stores in a chamber in Rodimus's abdomen, but is ''so small'' (smaller even relatively to Rodimus than Optimus's Matrix was to him) that Rodimus can't hold it by its handles at all. This Matrix mold was also included with [[Black Rodimus Convoy#Masterpiece|Black Rodimus Convoy]], now with a red chrome shell.

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[[File:ConvoyModeEva Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|(Convoy Mode "Eva" version)]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2011/[[2016]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''MP Convoy (BAPE ver.)''' ([[August 19]], [[2014]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Mode "Eva"''' ([[November 28]], 2014)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (BAPE REDCAMO ver.)''' (November [[2015]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sa|'''Shattered Glass Optimus Prime''' (November 2016)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2017)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (BAPE BLACKCAMO ver.)''' ([[2017]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (7-Eleven ver.)''' ([[February 28]], 2018)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (atmos safari LEBRON Ver.)''' ([[March 15]], [[2019]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (atmos safari duckcamo Ver.)''' ([[March 26]], [[2020]])}}</ul>

: [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#MP10|MP-10 Convoy]] is an entirely new tooling of "Generation 1" Optimus Prime. Convoy is now smaller, making him more in-scale with other recent ''Masterpiece'' toys, such as [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|Rodimus]], and comes with a [[Combat Deck (G1)#MP10|trailer]] and various accessories. His chest compartment opens up to reveal an equally smaller, new-mold Matrix of Leadership with a clear blue plastic center. Unlike the previous version, the Matrix cannot be pulled apart, Convoy can only wrap his index finger around the handle and cannot hold it both hands at once, and the Matrix chamber in his chest has no light-up feature, but hey, at least it's now die-cast metal!

: The Matrix was also included with MP-10 Convoy's redecoes, of note: [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#eva|Convoy Mode "Eva"]] (rendered with a red crystal, said in [[Mode "Eva" chapter 3|accompanying fiction]] to be based on the core of an [[Angel]]) and for [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#Masterpiece|Black Convoy]], it was redecoed into the [[Dead Matrix#Masterpiece|Dead Matrix]].

: Later ''Masterpiece'' figures [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#MP22|MP-22 Ultra Magnus]] and [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#MP28|MP-28 Hot Rodimus]] (as well as their redecoes) are also designed to interact with this Matrix mold: both can carry it in their chests, while Ultra Magnus also comes with special hands for holding it.

:The Matrix of Leadersip was redecoed into [[Town Matrix|Mito's Town Matrix and Fukutsu's Town Matrix]], and the [[Matrix of Malice#Toys|Matrix of Malice]] included with [[Windsweeper#Generations|Windsweeper]].

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2017)}}</ul>
[[File:MPM-4-Optimus-Primematrix.jpg|thumb|250px|But there's no Matrix in ''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]''? Wait a [[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|sec...]]]]
:This release of ''Masterpiece Movie Series'' [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Masterpiece|Optimus Prime]] comes with his own Matrix of Leadership, now molded in die-cast. It is rather inaccurate due to the multiple tab holes required for storage in Prime's chest.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Ver.3.0''' (2019)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' ([[2024]])}}</ul>

:MP-44 is another all new tooling of "Generation 1" Optimus Prime, with a much more anime accurate style and increased complexity. It features a redeco of the MP-10 die-cast Matrix with a painted metallic blue core.
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' ([[2021]])}}</ul>
[[File:MPM-12-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|250px|But there's no Matrix in ''[[Bumblebee (film)|Bumblebee]]''? Wait a [[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (film)|sec...]]]]
:MPM-12 comes with a new die-cast Matrix of Leadership heavily inspired by its "Generation 1" design, despite never appearing in ''[[Bumblebee (film)|Bumblebee]]''. And the prequel/reboot debate goes on...
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===''20th Anniversary''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2004)}}</ul>
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===''Cybertron''===
[[File:Cybertrontoy matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Convoy Gold Version''' (Leader Lucky Draw figure, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Convoy Silver Version''' (Leader Lucky Draw figure, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Convoy Custom Color Version''' (Leader Lucky Draw figure, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Sonic Convoy''' (Multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Force Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2006)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime / Wing Saber''' (multi-pack, 2006)}}</ul>
:''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Cybertron|Optimus Prime]] comes with a removable Matrix of Leadership accessory, decorated with an inverse color scheme that renders the crystal orange and the holder grey. The Matrix fits in Prime's chest, and his large, articulated fingers mean that he can hold it, though not in both hands at once.

:The Matrix received multiple redecoes and rereleases though remained unchanged for his mass-retail "Galaxy Force" coloration, which was also re-released without changes in the 2008 ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' toyline.

:Galaxy Convoy Gold Version's Matrix was repurposed as the [[Gold Matrix]] by "[[Generations Selects Special Comic Finale]]".

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Cybertron Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/GFOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Galaxy Force Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultra Magnus and Optimus Prime''' (multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>
:''Robots in Disguise'' Optimus Prime was slightly redecoed for [[Optimus Prime (RID)#Cybertron|inclusion]] in this Costco-exclusive two-pack with ''Robots in Disguise'' [[Ultra Magnus (RID)#Cybertron|Ultra Magnus]]. The mold still sports its sculpted Matrix detail, though for this release the paint applications that surrounded it were changed from orange to black (this being the only change from the original figure). It's not impossible that this might actually ''not'' have represented the Matrix of Leadership on this figure, but instead the Spark of Combination, which the set's packaging mentions as the source of the brothers' combining power—but we include it here to be thorough!

===''Hybrid Style''===
[[File:THS galaxyconvoy matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galaxy Convoy''' (2005)}}</ul>
: Part of Takara's short ''[[Hybrid Style]]'' series of small-scale, highly-articulated figures, this version of ''Cybertron'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Hybrid Style|Optimus Prime]] came with a ''really'' tiny removable Matrix that stored in its customary position within the toy's chest. It was a somewhat more show-accurate sculpt than the Matrix included with the full-size ''Cybertron'' Prime figure, and was colored with metallic paint as opposed to the larger figure's mostly-unpainted accessory.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Cybertron/HybridGalaxyConvoy/galaxyconvoy.htm More information on Hybrid Style Galaxy Convoy at TFU.info]''

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[[File:THSmatrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2006)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Black Version''' (2006)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Black Gold Version''' (November 25, 2013)}}</ul>
:The ''Hybrid Style'' version of "Generation 1" [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Hybrid Style|Optimus Prime]] also comes with a super-tiny Matrix, not much bigger than a large drug capsule, which fits in the traditional opening compartment within Prime's chest. Like the ''Hybrid Style'' ''Cybertron'' Prime before it, the figure comes with an assortment of alternate hands, but ''un''like its predecessor, it includes a pair specifically designed to hold the Matrix. Due to the small size of the figure, they do not figure articulated fingers to grip it, but instead are cast in the shape of clenched fists with grooves cut into the outside of the fingers into which the Matrix can slot.

:The Matrix was also included with Prime's later "[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#THS02B|Black Version]]" and "[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#THSBlackGold|Black Gold Version]]" redeco, without changes.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Cybertron/HybridConvoy/convoy.htm More information on Hybrid Style Convoy at TFU.info]''
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===''Generation 2''===
[[File:G2toy reissue matrix stickers.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Battle Convoy''' (reissue, 2006)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Laser Ultra Magnus''' (e-Hobby exclusive, 2006)}}</ul>
:When ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#G2reissue|Battle Convoy]] was reissued in 2006, among the assorted changes made to his deco was the addition of a pair of new [[sticker]]s to his chest windows that depicted the Matrix resting in its traditional position inside him. The stickers remained when the figure was redecoed into the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Generation 2|Laser Ultra Magnus]] figure.
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Cybertron/UltraMagnus/ultramagnus.htm More information on Laser Ultra Magnus at TFU.info]''
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===''Classics''===
[[File:Classicstoy dvd mp prime matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (20th Anniversary DVD Edition, 2006)}}</ul>
:The ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' "DVD Edition" of ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#20thDVD|Optimus Prime]] included the familiar Matrix accessory, but as with all the other parts of the toy that had previously been vacuum-metalized, it is now decorated in metallic gold and silver paint, rather than chrome.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/20thDVDOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on DVD Edition Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Universe'' (2008)===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Optimus Prime vs Crumplezone''' (Costco exclusive multi-pack, [[2008]])}}</ul>
:A rerelease of the above ''[[#Cybertron|Cybertron]]'' Galaxy Force Optimus Prime toy, ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' Leader Class Optimus Prime retains the same Matrix of Leadership.

===''Transformers'' (2010)===
[[File:TF2010 hftd matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Battle Blades Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2010)}}</ul>
: While the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' movie may have left the fate of the live-action Matrix up in the air, the ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)|Transformers]]'' Voyager Class [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Transformers (2010)#Voyager class toys|Battle Blades Optimus Prime]] figure follows through on the intention evident in several of the film's adaptations by including it as an accessory stored within his body. Specifically, this removable Matrix attaches to a translucent blue plate hidden in Prime's midriff, which rotates up into place when his chest is opened and a panel on his abdomen is folded down. The Matrix is unpainted grey plastic on the Hasbro release of the figure; the TakaraTomy edition of Battle Blades Prime gives it coat of silver paint.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Autobot/BattleBladesOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Battle Blades Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''

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[[File:TF2010toy rod vs cyc.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Battle in Space''' (2-pack, 2010)}}</ul>
:The die-cast metal Matrix originally released by TakaraTomy with several of their "Generation 1" reissues ([[#The Transformers|see above]]) received its first Hasbro release in this box set of [[redeco]]s of ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Classics (2006)|Rodimus]] and ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Cyclonus (G1)#Universe (2008)|Cyclonus]], released under the ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)#Hasbro Reveal the Shield subline|Reveal the Shield]]'' [[subline imprint]]. The Matrix itself is back in its original silver coloration. Unfortunately, the figures can't actually ''interact'' with the accessory in any way: Neither Rodimus nor Cyclonus can actually ''hold'' the Matrix, and it can't even hang from their necks since it does not include the removable chain that came with the various Takara editions.

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[[File:TF2010 g2prime matrix.jpg|thumb|Brought to you by the guys who designed [[Thunderblast (Decepticon)|Thunderblast]].]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2011)}}</ul>
:Part of the sixth wave of the 2010 ''Transformers'' toyline and the second wave of the ''Reveal the Shield'' subline imprint, this [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Transformers (2010)|Optimus Prime]] is an all-new Deluxe Class mold based on the original ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' Laser Optimus Prime toy ([[#G2toy|see above]]). The panels on the side of his truck mode fold in behind his chest windows in robot mode to reveal a sculpted Matrix of Leadership.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Masterpiece Rodimus Prime''' (2011)}}</ul>
:''Masterpiece'' [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#HasbroMasterpiece|Rodimus Prime]] is a [[Toys"R"Us]]-[[exclusive]] release of the Rodimus Convoy figure, and was redecoed to resemble his original toy. His Matrix is no longer vacuum-metalized, and the shell is instead given a coat of metallic gold paint.

:This version of Rodimus also comes with an additional new-mold Matrix accessory, very similar to Masterpiece Optimus Prime's Matrix. Rodimus is actually capable of wrapping his entire mitts around this accessory's handles, and the Matrix can be pulled open (but not apart) to reveal more of the crystal inside.

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[[File:Transformers2010toy-HasbroMP10OptimusPrime-MatrixofLeadership.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Masterpiece Optimus Prime''' (2012)}}</ul>
: The Hasbro Toys"R"Us-exclusive [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#mp10hasbro|release of MP-10 Convoy]] features various plastic color and [[Paint operation|paint detail]] changes. He still comes with the Matrix, which appears to be no different.
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===''United''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Laser Optimus Prime''' (March 26, 2011)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#RtSG2|Reveal the Shield]]'' toy above, ''United'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Generations|Laser Optimus Prime]] retains the Matrix of Leadership detail.

===''Dark of the Moon''===
[[File:DOTMtoy-OptimusPrimeVoyagerwithComettor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Orange you glad it doesn't look like this in the film?]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime / Includes Deluxe Class Comettor''' (2-pack, 2011) }}</ul>
: This redeco and [[retool]] of the Battle Blades Optimus Prime toy, [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#OptimusComettor|Optimus Prime]] includes a redecoed, orange version of the live-action movie Matrix.
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===''Prime''===
[[File:Primetoy-OptimusPrimeMatrixofLeadership.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|In Soviet Russia, Prime is in the Matrix.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Matrix of Leadership SDCC Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2011)}}</ul>
:Exclusive to [[San Diego Comic-Con]], this minor repaint of Deluxe-Class ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#First Edition (2011)|Prime: First Edition]]'' [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Prime: First Edition|Optimus Prime]] comes inside special Matrix-shaped packaging that can be worn around your neck.

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[[File:Primetoy-TakaraTomy-ArmsMasterOptimus-Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|When light isn't enough for your [[darkest hour]], simply replace "light" with "lacerate".]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Arms Master Optimus''' ([[September 29]], 2012)}}</ul>
:Part of the seventh wave of Japanese ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)|Prime]]'' toys, the [[TakaraTomy]] version of Weaponizer [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Weaponizer|Optimus Prime]] comes with a very large Matrix which can tab onto his chest as armor or mount onto the back of the truck cab. It is covered in [[5 mm post|5 mm posts and holes]] so [[Arms Micron]]s can be attached to it. He also has a clear-blue "Shining" version of the [[Arms Micron]], [[R.A.#ArmsMaster|R.A.]], who can combine with the Matrix to form the colossal [[Star Saber (Thirteen)#ArmsMaster|Matrix Saber]]. If Microns [[O.P.]] and [[B.B. (Prime)|B.B.]] (sold separately) are also thrown into the mix, the result is the [[Star Saber (Arms Micron)|Super Star Saber]].

:Note that the clear-plastic-on-clear-plastic hinge in the middle of the blade stresses rapidly with repeated transformation due to the pressure leveraged onto the free-standing side of the clip when traveling from Matrix mode to Saber mode. As such, the user is advised to pick one mode and keep the Matrix there.
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===''Kre-O''===
[[File:KreO-Toy OptimusMatrixKreon.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Matrix Optimus Prime''' (2011)}}</ul>
:Intended to be [[exclusive]] to [[BotCon 2011]], this [[Optimus Prime (Kre-O)#Toys|Optimus Prime]] Kreon has an open chest showing the [[Matrix of Leadership]] within. He comes with a G1 inspired gun and a black brick display stand. We say "intended", because in actuality, the thing appears to have been produced in such huge quantities that it's wound up being made available in ''loads'' of other places—it was handed out at [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2011, offered as a free giveaway with any order that included Transformers toys on [[Hasbro Toy Shop]]), as a free gift on the cover of the ''[[Awesome Autobots Activity Book]]'', and came as a free gift attached to, of all things, issue #240 of the [[United Kingdom|UK]] children's comic, ''[[Doctor Who]] Adventures'' (but not the UK's [[Transformers (Titan Magazine)|Transformers comic]], you'll note!). A supposed factory error even caused this version (minus display stand) to be included in the larger Optimus Prime kit (see above). This problem has (presumably) been fixed, but it was awesome while it lasted.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/Kre-OMatrixOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Matrix Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Timelines''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Invasion''' ([[BotCon 2012]] box set)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Kick-Over/Optimus Prime''' (BotCon 2012 souvenir set)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-cm|'''Scourge''' (TFSS 1.0, 2013)}}</ul>
:As redecoes of the ''[[#RtSG2|Reveal the Shield]]'' toy above, ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Optimus Prime (SG)#BotCon2012|Optimus Prime]], [[Ultra Magnus (SG)#Timelines|Ultra Magnus]], and [[Scourge (RID)#Timelines|Scourge]] all retain the Matrix of Leadership detail.

===''Bot Shots''===
[[File:Bot shots matrix card.jpg|thumb|It was only a matter of time before the Transformers stumbled into Paper Mario.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Battle for the Matrix''' (2012)}}</ul>
: This ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Ultimate Battle set includes a Matrix trophy card. It's made of cardboard and was probably already bent up when you opened the packaging.
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===''Generations''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2d2|'''Ultimate Gift Set''' (2012)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#RtSG2|Reveal the Shield]]'' toy above, ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Generations|Combat Hero Optimus Prime]] retains the Matrix of Leadership detail.

===''Platinum Edition''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Year of the Horse Optimus Prime''' (2014)}}</ul>
:Released to celebrate Chinese New Year, ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' "Year of the Horse" [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Optimus Prime]] is a redeco of MP-10 Convoy, complete with Matrix.

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[[File:PlatinumRiseOfRodimusPrime.jpeg|thumb|250px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Rise of Rodimus Prime''' (''Platinum Edition'' 2-pack, 2016)}}</ul>
:A reuse of the Matrix accessory that was first included with the [[#MP10|''Masterpiece'' MP-10]] figure, this time illustrating the conflict between [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Rodimus Prime]] (using a redeco of his ''[[Titanium Series]]'' toy) and [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Galvatron]] (using a redeco of his [[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|2008 ''Universe'' Deluxe Class toy]]). Ironically, of the two figures in the set, only Galvatron can actually hold the Matrix.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime Year of the Rooster Edition''' (2017)}}</ul>
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===''Age of Extinction''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Revenge Optimus Prime''' (2014)}}</ul>
:The Matrix included in ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (toyline)|Age of Extinction]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#AOERevenge|Revenge Optimus Prime]] redeco retains the same silver paint coating.

===''Legends''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-cm|'''Black Convoy''' ([[June 21]], 2015)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#RtSG2|Reveal the Shield]]'' toy above, ''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' [[Scourge (RID)#Legends|Black Convoy]] retains the Matrix of Leadership detail.

===''Power of the Primes''===
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Evolution Rodimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2017)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Evolution Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2017)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-m1|'''Evolution Optimus Primal''' (Leader Class, [[2018]])}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-m1|'''Throne of the Primes''' (Multi-pack, 2018)}}</ul>

:Each standard ''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'' Leader Class figure includes a uniquely-colored Matrix of Leadership which can be placed inside their chest (sans [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#RodimusUnicronus|Rodimus Unicronus]] and [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#Power of the Primes|Nemesis Prime]], who instead include the [[Matrix of Conquest#Generations|Matrix of Chaos]] and [[Dark Matrix of Leadership#Toys|Dark Matrix of Leadership]] respectively). The central crystal of the Matrix is removable, and has the same dimensions as a [[Prime Master]]'s [[spark]] mode (or [[Titan Master]] in head mode). This means that the crystal can be replaced in the Matrix by any Prime Master, and that the removed crystal can be slotted into the armor accessories included with Deluxe and Voyager Class ''Power of the Primes'' figures, along with the heads of ''Titans Return'' figures. It can also be replaced with an [[Enigma of Combination#Generations|Enigma of Combination]] included with the Voyager Class figures.

:Only the Matrix from [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Power of the Primes|Optimus Prime]] uses the original coloration of the Matrix of Leadership; [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Power of the Primes|Rodimus Prime]]'s is based on an alternate coloration that shows up here or there, while the one from the regular retail [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#Power of the Primes|Optimal Optimus]] is colored to resemble Optimus Prime's spark container in the [[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|''Beast Wars'']] episode "[[Optimal Situation]]". Finally, the one included with [[Throne of the Primes]] [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#SDCC2018|Optimal Optimus]] is based on his ''Beast Wars'' Season 1 chest.
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===''War for Cybertron: Siege''===
[[File:TF-Generations-WFC-Siege-Optimus-Prime-Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2018)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Classic Animation Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2019)}}</ul>
:In ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege|Siege]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#War for Cybertron: Siege|Optimus Prime]]'s vehicle mode, opening its windows shows the Matrix of Leadership molded into the plastic. Due to the transformation, the Matrix doesn't end up in the chest in robot mode. The toy was redecoed into ''Siege'' [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#War for Cybertron: Siege|Nemesis Prime]] and ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#War for Cybertron Trilogy|Nemesis Prime]], repurposing the Matrix-detail into the [[Dark Matrix of Leadership#War for Cybertron: Siege|Dark Matrix]].
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===''Golden Lagoon''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Golden Lagoon Convoy''' ([[July 29]], 2018)}}</ul>
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===''Cyberverse''===
[[File:TF-Cyberverse-Ultimate-Class-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|250px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Ultimate Class, 2018/2019)}}</ul>

:For the first Ultimate Class version of ''Cyberverse'' Optimus, The Matrix is represented as a deployable non-removable action feature. The feature is activated by pressing in his left clavicle while in robot mode, or pressing down on the top of his cab in vehicle mode. In fact, you will likely deploy it on accident a lot due to how sensitive the button is, especially during transformation. Once deployed, it can be made to spin by rolling the truck mode forward (powered by the right front wheel) or by spinning the small red wheel on his robot mode side. This causes the clear blue "energy" details to open, revealing the Matrix underneath. This gimmick is gravity dependent, meaning it must be in the correct position to activate properly.

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[[File:TF-Cyberverse-2018-Deluxe-Class-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|250px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2019)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Heroes of Cybertron 3-Pack''' (Deluxe Class 3-pack, [[2022]])}}</ul>
:The Deluxe Class version of ''Cyberverse'' Optimus features another sculpted non-removable Matrix of Leadership. While the Matrix cannot be removed from Prime's chest, it ''can'' have a special [[Fire Blast effect|blast effect]] part plugged into it to emulate a beam of energy shooting out from it.
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===''Collaborative''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''MP-10G Optimus Prime Ecto-35 Edition''' ([[July 19]], 2019)}}</ul>
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''VNR Optimus Prime''' ([[2023]])}}</ul>
:As a repaint of Holiday Optimus Prime, The Matrix included with VNR Optimus Prime is a repaint of the [[Matrix of Holiday Cheer]]. It can be removed from Optimus Prime's chest, though the figure is incapable of holding it in its hands.

===''Generations Selects''===
[[File:Generations Selects Silver Matrix.jpg|upright=1.4|thumb|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Star Convoy''' (2019)}}</ul>
:The ''[[Generations Selects (toyline)|Selects]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Selects|Star Convoy]] retool of ''Power of the Primes'' Optimus Prime includes a compatible Matrix (also used as the "[[Silver Matrix]]") that ''doesn't'' split into 2 pieces. This matrix has a 5 mm post on the bottom and a 5mm hole on top, meant to allow the figure's 2 guns to combine with it into the "Big Bang Cannon." The post makes it wieldable by figures with 5mm fist holes. While the core and frame aren't interchangeable the matrix can be put in the chests of other ''Power of the Primes'' leader class figures.
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===''War for Cybertron: Earthrise''===
[[File:TF-Generations-WFC-E-Optimus-Prime-Matrix.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2020)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Alternate Universe Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2020)}}</ul>
:Both toys of ''[[War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Optimus Prime]] include an opening chest compartment that stores a removable Matrix of Leadership, similar to MP-01, MP-10 and MP-44 Convoy. Prime's opening hands can grasp the handles, and the reverse of the Matrix features a [[5 mm post|5 mm port]], making it surprisingly [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System]]-compatible. Different Matrix sculpts across the ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' would (mostly) use the design of this Matrix as a starting point, though they are largely made from new tooling.
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===''War for Cybertron Trilogy''===
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Battle 3-Pack, 2020)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sa|''' Shattered Glass Optimus Prime & Shattered Glass Ratchet''' (''Selects'' 2-Pack, 2020)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' toy above, ''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (toyline)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#2020Netflix|Optimus Prime]] retains the same Matrix of Leadership, albeit in slightly darker colors. ''War for Cybertron Trilogy / Selects'' [[Optimus Prime (SG)#War for Cybertron Trilogy|Shattered Glass Optimus Prime]] includes a newly-decoed Matrix cast in translucent dark yellow with silver and purple paint applied to the front and was described by [[Hasbro Pulse]] as the ''evil'' Matrix of Leadership.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20210114032604/https://hasbropulse.com/products/transformers-generations-selects-deluxe-wfc-gs17-shattered-glass-ratchet-and-optimus-prime "...the pack features an evil Matrix of Leadership accessory."]</ref>{{-}}

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[[File:Trilogy_Spoiler_Pack_Megatron_Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1p1|'''Spoiler Pack''' (Leader Unboxing, 2021)}}</ul>
:The third ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' Spoiler Pack includes another Matrix accessory. Made of soft, rubberised plastic, this Matrix is molded to a harness that allows it to hook onto [[Megatron (G1)/Generations toys#2021Netflix|the included Megatron]] in both robot and tank modes. The design of this Matrix diverges from all other Matrix accessories released across the ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' in that it is based on the model from the [[Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy (cartoon)|show]]... which, in turn strangely appears to be based on [[Shout! Studios|Shout! Factory]]'s complete ''[[The Transformers (cartoon)|Transformers]]'' [https://tformers.com/reviews.php?op=showcontent&id=1077 DVD box set].

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[[File:Selects Galvatron Matrix.JPG|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' (''Selects'' Leader Class, 2021)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#Galvatron|Kingdom]]'' toy below, ''War for Cybertron Trilogy / Selects'' [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#GS27|Galvatron]] retains the same Matrix of Leadership in green to represent the Creation Matrix as depicted in the [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)|original Marvel comic]] and the [[Galvatron II#Toys|Galvatron II]] toy (and by extension, the [[Star Power]] [[Creation Matrix (GS)|Creation Matrix]]).
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[[File:WFC Trilogy Behold Galvatron Matrix.JPG|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Behold, Galvatron! Unicron Companion Pack''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
:A different redeco of ''Kingdom'' Galvatron, this [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron Trilogy|"Behold, Galvatron!"]] is cast in mostly translucent purple plastics, including a completely unpainted Matrix accessory.
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===''War for Cybertron: Kingdom''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2020)}}</ul>
:A rerelease of the above ''[[#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' toy, ''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Kingdom]]'' Leader Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#K11|Optimus Prime]] retains the same Matrix of Leadership.

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[[File:Kingdom Galvatron Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galvatron''' (Leader Class, 2021)}}</ul>
:''Kingdom'' [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Galvatron]] includes a Matrix of Leadership, similar to the one first included with [[#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|''Earthrise'' Optimus Prime]]. The new molding allows it to mount onto an included plastic chain via 5 mm post, which can rest around Galvatron's neck or attach at the base of the cannon barrel in his alternate mode. Unlike other ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' Matrices, this Matrix is cast in opaque gray plastic, with the silver and gold shell and light blue crystal painted on.

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[[File:Kingdom Rodimus Prime Matrix.jpeg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Prime''' (Commander Class, 2021)}}</ul>
:Another newly-tooled Matrix is included with ''Kingdom'' Commander Class [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Rodimus Prime]], again based on ''Earthrise'' Optimus Prime's. Rodimus Prime can accommodate it in his chest, or hold it with his articulated hands; as with ''Studio Series'' Hot Rod below (who was released first), this Matrix includes an additional effect part that clips on the front to simulate it glowing. The hole on the reverse side of this Matrix is too small for 5 mm integration.
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===''Studio Series''===
[[File:Studio_Series_86_Hot_Rod_Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Hot Rod''' (Voyager Class, [[2020]])}}</ul>

:''Another'' different tooling to the all of the above, ''[[Studio Series]]'' 86-04 [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Studio Series|Autobot Hot Rod]]'s Matrix comes with an additional effect part (a different one from the one included with ''Kingdom'' Rodimus Prime) that clips over the front to recreate the iconic scene from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', thanks to Hot Rod's articulation. The hole on the reverse side is too ''large'' to accommodate 5 mm accessories. Compared to similar sculpts, this Matrix lacks the bumps on the sides of the orb and the radial lines on the top left and bottom right sections. Oddly enough, those lines are still present on the reverse side.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultra Magnus''' (Commander Class, [[2023]])}}</ul>
:The Matrix included with ''Studio Series'' [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Studio Series Ultra Magnus|Ultra Magnus]] is cast in clear plastic and painted over. It can store in his chest. Unfortunately, due to the Matrix being too small, he can only hold it with two fingers. Out-of-the-box, the Matrix is inserted upside down in his chest, a mistake that is also present in the instructions and packaging, the latter of which amusingly makes it look like the Matrix can launch out of his chest.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Gamer Edition Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2023)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, [[2025]])}}</ul>
:A ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (games)|War for Cybertron]]''-accurate Matrix is included with ''Studio Series'' [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Studio Series|Gamer Edition Optimus Prime]]. It has a 5 mm port on the back to store in Prime’s chest. As the chest peg is painted, it is sized slightly smaller than normal to allow for tolerance, but as a result some copies have very slightly loose connections. This Matrix happens to be loosely compatible with ''Studio Series'' Hot Rod's Matrix glow effect.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Limited Edition Battle Damage Ver.)''' (Deluxe Class, 2024)}}</ul>
:This Matrix is based on its appearance in [[Transformers One (film)|''Transformers One'']] and is included with ''Studio Series'' [[Optimus Prime (One)#Studio Series|112 Optimus Prime]]. Unlike prior Matrix toys, this one is held by tabbing into slots on the outsides of Prime's knuckles instead of needing opening hands. It is painted the traditional Generation 1 colors of silver and orange instead of the film's full gold.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Commander Class, 2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Battle Damage Limited Edition)''' (Commander Class, 2025)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Energon Universe Optimus Prime''' (2026)}}</ul>
:Included with Commander Class '86 [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Studio Series|Optimus Prime]], this Matrix is another one based on the ''Earthrise'' design with minor sculpt differences. Again due to its small size, this Prime can only hold the Matrix with his index fingers. The port on the back is ''slightly'' larger than 5 mm.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' (Leader Class, 2025)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the Matrix accessory included with ''[[#War For Cybertron: Kingdom|Kingdom]]'' [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Galvatron]], this version uses a brighter shade of orange than the original. The chain necklace is retained for this release.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Devastation Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2025)}}</ul>
:Included with the Deluxe Class Devastation Optimus Prime, this small unpainted Matrix can be stored in Prime's chest, and features two pegs on either side of its casing which can be inserted into recesses beneath Prime's thumbs, allowing the figure to hold it without needing opening hands.
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===''Premium Finish''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2021)}}</ul>
:A redeco of the ''[[#Siege|Siege]]'' toy above, ''[[Transformers Premium Finish|Premium Finish]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Premium Finish|Optimus Prime]] retains the Matrix of Leadership detail.

===''Legacy''===
[[File:Legacy Laser Optimus Matrix.jpg|300px|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a2|'''Laser Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-cm|'''Robots in Disguise 2000 Universe Scourge''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d2|'''G2 Universe Toxitron''' (Leader Class, 2023)}}</ul>
:''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' Leader Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Legacy|Laser Optimus Prime]], and his redecoes [[Scourge (RID)#Legacy|Robots in Disguise 2000 Universe Scourge]] and [[Toxitron (Universe)#Legacy|G2 Universe Toxitron]], include a Matrix accessory that can be removed from their opening chest. The hole on the reverse side is a 5 mm port, and as such is compatible with many contemporary accessories, though its intended home seems to be the thin peg on Prime's axe accessory, allowing the Autobot leader to have a huge, Matrix-powered sword (among other possible combinations).

:Though thinner and flatter than other Matrices released across the ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' toylines, it is still compatible with the energy aura blast effects included with ''Kingdom'' Rodimus Prime and ''Studio Series'' Hot Rod, so that's neat.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Galvatron''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
:A rerelease of the above ''[[#K28|Kingdom]]'' toy, ''Legacy'' Leader Class [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Legacy|Galvatron]] retains the same Matrix of Leadership.

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[[File:TF-Legacy-Armada-Universe-Optimus-Prime-Matrix.jpg|300px|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Armada Universe Optimus Prime''' (Commander Class, 2023)}}</ul>
:Based on its appearance in the ''Armada'' cartoon, Prime includes a removable Matrix inside the front panel of his chest. The Matrix itself is cast in clear plastic and painted gold on its front surface, and attaches to a red 5mm post. This allows the Matrix to look like its typical depiction in the show when removed, but also to appear in its "activated" state when inside Prime's chest.

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[[File:TF-Legacy-United-Deluxe-G1-Universe-Optimus-Prime-Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''G1 Universe Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2024)}}</ul>

:The ''Legacy'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#LegacyUnited|G1 Universe Optimus Prime]] also comes with a translucent Matrix of Leadership painted with clear blue, inspired by the accessories from the New Year Special Convoy and the ''Missing Link'' iterations.
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Fractured Friendship 2-Pack''' (2-pack, 2024)}}</ul>
:''Legacy: United'' "Security Officer Orion Pax" is an extensive retool of ''[[Studio Series]]'' [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Studio Series|Gamer Edition Optimus Prime]] based on his appearance in "[[Chaos Theory Part 1|Chaos Theory]]" and the pre-war portions of ''[[The Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|More than Meets the Eye]]''. He retains the original Gamer Edition mold's Matrix accessory (and its ability to be stored in his chest) without changes, which unfortunately means the accessory is inaccurate to its appearance in the IDW comics the rest of the figure is based on.

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[[File:HasLab Omega Prime Matrix.jpg|150px|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Omega Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
:*''Series'': ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Robots in Disguise 2001]]'' / ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]''
{{toydesigner|[[Evan Brooks]] (Hasbro), [[Hisashi Yuki]] (TakaraTomy)<ref>[[January 30]], [[2024]]'s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sodl6lRkifQ Hasbro Pulse | Transformers: Legacy RID 2001 Omega Prime HasLab Fanstream | January 2024] on YouTube, with [[Ben MacCrae]] and [[Evan Brooks]].</ref>|[[Hiroyuki Taiga]] (concept artist),<ref>[https://youtu.be/PdsHMGVDZFg?si=7IIIhq2AU8jwMnSx Interview] with [[Hasbro]] designer [[Evan Brooks]] on the Triple Takeover podcast, from their YouTube channel</ref> [[Studio DTW|Dave White]] (product photography), [[Nick (Hasbro)|Nick]] and [[Tony Colella]] (sculptors),<ref name = "Missile Stream">[[March 7]], 2024's [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Pkz6oTI7W4 Hasbro Pulse | Transformers 40th Anniversary Fanstream | March 7, 2024] on YouTube, with [[Ben MacCrae]], [[Evan Brooks]] and [[Mark Maher]].</ref> [[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging artist)<ref>[[January 10]], [[2025]]'s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jDy2WuiQumE Transformers: Legacy Robots in Disguise 2001 Omega Prime HasLab - Official Unboxing!] with [[Emily Bader]] and [[Evan Brooks]].</ref>
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:Part of the fourth [[Hasbro Pulse#HasLab|HasLab]] campaign, two "Matrix of Leadership accessories" are included in this enormous ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' box set of the two ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Robots in Disguise]]'' commanders: one reproducing [[Optimus Prime (RID)#Legacy|Optimus Prime / Fire Convoy]]'s original "[[Energon Matrix#Legacy|Energon Matrix]]" molded chest detail as a removable accessory and one for [[Ultra Magnus (RID)#Legacy|God Magnus]]'s previously only mentioned Energon Matrix. (Ultra Magnus did not have an established Matrix of Leadership prior to this toy.)

:Omega Prime was revealed on [[January 30]], [[2024]], with the crowdfunding campaign beginning soon after. The project reached 50% funding in only 24 hours, beating all three previous ''Transformers'' HasLabs. It reached full funding on [[February 9]]th, [[2024]], in only ten days - three times quicker than the previous record holder, [[Deathsaurus (G1)#Legacy|Deathsaurus]].<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Exciting news! The #HasLab campaign for #Transformers: Legacy #RobotsInDisguise 2001 #OmegaPrime has achieved its goal with 10,000 backers! A massive thank you to all the incredible fans who made this possible – your support has truly brought Omega Prime to life!|link=https://twitter.com/HasbroPulse/status/1756013964993991002|site=Twitter|name=Hasbro Pulse|year=2024|month=2|day=9}}</ref> At the closing bell on March 14, the set clocked in at 28,230 backers, beating the previous Transformers record by quite a fair margin (Deathsaurus again, with 27,442) and coming in second only to ''Marvel Legends'' Galactus as the most successful project in HasLab history.<ref>[https://hasbropulse.com/collections/haslab/products/transformers-legacy-robots-in-disguise-2001-omega-prime The Omega Prime HasLab campaign] at [[Hasbro Pulse]]</ref>

:Omega Prime first started shipping to backers, beginning with those living in New Zealand, in March 2025.
::*''[https://www.instagram.com/p/C2vNqMmuIwP/ Designer commentary on ''Legacy'' Omega Prime from Evan Brooks on Instagram]''
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===''Shattered Glass Collection''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sa|'''Ultra Magnus''' (Leader Class, 2022)}}</ul>
:A recolor of the Matrix accessory included with ''Legacy'' Laser Optimus Prime. Magnus also includes red versions of the sword and axe that Laser Optimus Prime comes with, meaning that all three can be combined, and indeed they are in the figure's [[stock photography]].

<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sad|'''Rodimus / Sideswipe & Decepticon Whisper''' (2023)}}</ul>
:A recolor of the Matrix accessory included with ''Studio Series'' 86-04 Autobot Hot Rod. Painted in silver and dark grey over red translucent plastic, and coming with a recolor of the original's effect part, also in red.
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===''LEGO''===
[[File:Lego-toy OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' ([[June 1]], 2022)}}</ul>
:[[LEGO]] Optimus Prime includes a removable brick-built Matrix accessory. As the small size of the Matrix means it is not possible to depict both the opaque orange casing and translucent blue core with LEGO bricks, the model splits the difference and features a translucent orange core.
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===''Canon/Transformers''===
[[File:TF-Canon-Transformers-Optimus-Prime-R5.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime R5''' (2023)}}</ul>
:''[[Canon/Transformers]]'' Optimus Prime includes a uniquely styled version of the Matrix of Leadership that can be pegged onto his lens in camera mode, just behind the front element. The Matrix can be also be pegged into his palms and grasped by his articulated hands.
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===''Missing Link''===
[[File:TF-Missing-Link-C-02-Convoy-Anime-Color.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy (Anime Edition)''' (2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Sentinel Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Both releases of ''[[Missing Link]]'' Convoy include removable Matrices that can store within their cab. The standard release includes a gold chrome Matrix, while the Anime Edition has one painted in animation-accurate metallic orange and silver. Convoy features articulated knuckles which allow the figure to hold the Matrix in its hands. The inner Matrix chamber is removable and reveals molded driver/passenger seats like the original toy, if one prefers that look.
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultra Magnus''' (2026)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Delta Magnus''' (2026)}}</ul>
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===''Reactivate''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Soundwave / Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
: ''[[Transformers: Reactivate|Reactivate]]'' Optimus Prime features an opening chest and includes a minor repaint of the Matrix included with ''[[War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Optimus Prime]].
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===Target===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Target Optimus Prime and Autobot Bullseye''' (2024)}}</ul>
:As a repaint of ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' Leader Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Legacy|Laser Optimus Prime]], Target Optimus Prime includes a repaint of that Prime's Matrix, which is removable and stores inside his chest.
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===Lunar Cruiser Prime===
[[File:Lunar Cruiser OP.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Lunar Cruiser Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
: Produced in collaboration with Japanese space agency {{w|JAXA}} and {{w|Toyota}}, Lunar Cruiser Prime features a non-removable Matrix of Leadership visible through his windshield chest.
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===''One''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime/Orion Pax''' (2024)}}</ul>

:Released as part of the ''[[Transformers One (toyline)|Transformers One]]'' toyline, Prime Changers Orion Pax/Optimus Prime includes a tiny removable Matrix that stores on the backside of his truck bumper, which then folds up into his chest, though is not directly accessible from the chest window itself like most Optimus toys with removable Matrices. This Matrix can be held via a pair of [[5 mm post]]s.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Power Flip Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Power Flip Optimus Prime features a removable Matrix which attaches to the flip-out chest armor that deploys from Prime's chest.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Energon Matrix Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Energon Matrix Optimus Prime is a non-transforming figure that has a gimmick involving his chest flipping from Prime's cogless chest to a sculpted Matrix of Leadership.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultimate Energon Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Ultimate Energon Optimus Prime includes a removable Matrix that pegs into his chest. While the Matrix is removable, the figure hand's can't hold it.

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[[File:TF-One-Brave-Commander-Optimus-Prime-Matrix-of-Leadership.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Brave Commander Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Another larger format Optimus Prime toy, this time released by [[TakaraTomy]], Brave Commander Optimus Prime also features a removable Matrix of Leadership. The figure has articulated knuckles, so the Matrix can be held in its hands.
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===''Dramatic Capture Series''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot Headquarters''' (2024)}}</ul>
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===''Synergex''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime Type MFS-3 Kiryu''' (2024)}}</ul>
:Part of [[TakaraTomy]]'s ''[[T-SPARK|Synergex]]'' [[Godzilla]] crossover, Optimus Prime Type MFS-3 Kiryu is a repaint of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Legacy|Laser Optimus Prime]], and includes a repaint of that Prime's removable Matrix.

[[File:T-SPARK Synergenex Liolaeus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rathalos Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Silver Rathalos Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>

:Released as part of [[TakaraTomy]]'s ''[[T-SPARK|Synergex]]'' series of crossover toys, "Rathalos Prime" includes a "Rathalos Matrix" (or "Collaboration Matrix" based on Hasbro copy) bearing the insignia of a [https://mhworld.kiranico.com/en/items/rM2Al/rathalos-ruby Rathalos Ruby] in its center. The Matrix can be held via the 5 mm posts at either end of its casing. While the figure's chest does not open for Matrix storage, there is a peg within the dragon head/tail assembly for mounting it, where it can remain in either mode.
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Evangelion Unit-01 × Optimus Prime''' (2026)}}</ul>
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===''MPG''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sa|'''Shattered Glass Optimus Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime Style Gen.''' (2026)}}</ul>
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===Bump of Chicken===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2025)}}</ul>
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===''Age of the Primes''===
[[File:TF-AOTP-Prima-Prime-Matrix.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-pr1|'''The Thirteen Prima Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2025)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''AOTP-07'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date:'' [[2025]] [[July 26]]
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref name=AOTPreveal>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjmcMC9nNoA Transformers Age of the Primes Reveal | Dive into the Legacy of the Thirteen Primes | Hasbro Pulse] with [[Mark Maher]] and [[Nate Purswell]]</ref>
:''[[Transformers: Age of the Primes|Age of the Primes]]'' [[Prima#Age_of_the_Primes|Prima Prime]] includes a recolor of the Matrix accessory included with ''Earthrise'' Optimus Prime in a deco based on the [[Origin Matrix]] as it appeared in ''[[Restoration|Another Light, Part Four]]'', though it is referred to as the Matrix of Leadership in the figure's product description (and was even referred to as the Creation Matrix by designers<ref name=AOTPreveal/>). Much like the Origin Matrix or the "Aligned" continuity Matrix of Leadership, this Matrix can attach to the hilt of the included [[Star Saber (Thirteen)|Star Saber]] accessory or store inside an opening chest compartment on Prima himself via 5mm pegs.
::*''[https://www.instagram.com/p/DDYFD0uxHq_/ Designer commentary on Prima Prime from Mark Maher on Instagram]''

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[[File:AOTP Silver Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=2|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-pr13|'''The Thirteen Star Optimus Prime''' (Titan Class, 2025)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''AOTP-10'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date:'' [[2025]] [[August 30]]
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Shuhei Umezu]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref name = "Cybertron Con 2024">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjmcMC9nNoA Transformers Age of the Primes Reveal | Dive into the Legacy of the Thirteen Primes | Hasbro Pulse] with [[Mark Maher]] and [[Nate Purswell]]</ref>
:Titan Class ''[[Transformers: Age of the Primes|Age of the Primes]]'' "[[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Age of the Primes|Star Optimus Prime]]" features a "sword hilt" adapter doohickey sculpted after the "[[#Generations Selects|Silver Matrix]]" included with the ''[[Generations Selects (toyline)|Generations Selects]]'' iteration of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Generations Selects|Star Convoy]] and featuring the addition of even more 5mm compatibility in the form of another paired peg and port running through its face. The included rifle and turret/blaster can combine with the hilt to form a longer rifle, reproducing the "Big Bang Cannon." The multitudinous [[Fire Blast effect|blast effects]] typical of the Titan size class can be combined with the hilt to produce its headlining new configuration: a big honking flaming sword. Lastly the hilt can be used as a dias to center the figure's "[[Zodiac#Age of the Primes|Zodiac orb]]" accessory in the figure's otherwise cavernous chest cavity.

::*''Designer commentary on ''Age of the Primes'' Star Optimus Prime from Mark Maher on Instagram:''
::**''[https://www.instagram.com/p/DFElvtSsqoe/ Part I]''
::**''[https://www.instagram.com/p/DFOshCXs2gV/ Part II]''
::*''[[Source:Transformers Age of the Primes bios#AOTP10|Machine translation of Star Optimus Prime's TakaraTomy bio]]''
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Ultra Magnus, Autobot Bumper VS Horri-Bull, Nemesis Prime ''' (Multi-pack, [[2025]])}}</ul>
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===''Spotlight''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Multi-pack, 2026)}}</ul>
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===''Authentics''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Prime Changer, 2026)}}</ul>
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==Merchandise==
===MC Axis===
[[File:Mcaxis hot rod.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Hot Rod''' (model kit, 1996)}}</ul>
:This Japanese "garage kit" of [[Hot Rod (G1)/merchandise#MC Axis|Hot Rod]] consists of an unpainted, unassembled resin model from [[MC Axis]], with two versions of the Matrix of Leadership: one standard, fairly useless one (since Hot Rod lacks either a chest compartment to hold it, or articulated hands to grip it), and a second sculpted with a pair of hands clutching its handles, which can be swapped out for Hot Rod's normal hands, allowing him to hoist it aloft.

:The kit is not known for its exceptional quality control - numerous unsightly air bubbles in the plastic are not an uncommon thing to encounter.

:*''[http://groups.google.com/group/alt.toys.transformers/msg/4512c7fd76f8e8ee Fan review of the Hot Rod and Elita One model kits]''
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===''Metalforce''===
[[File:Metalforce matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Metalforce Convoy''' (2000)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Metalforce Convoy Metalic Version''' {{sic}} (2000)}}</ul>
:A Matrix of Leadership accessory is included with both the standard ''[[Metalforce]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Metalforce|Optimus Prime]] and its metallic redeco, cast in translucent blue plastic and painted over. The Matrix fits into its traditional cavity in Prime's chest, and a panel can then be placed on top of it to hide it from view; alternatively, the panel can be left out, allowing the Matrix to remain visible through Prime's chest windows. For whatever reason, the figures also came with an uncut, unpainted version of the Matrix (and all of Prime's other accessories) as well.

::*''[http://www.transformertoys.co.uk/content.php?/transformers-toys/toy-gallery/882/MetalForce+Collection/Optimus+Prime.html More information on Metalforce Convoy at Transformers @ The Moon]''
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===''Super Collection Figure''===
[[File:Scf matrices.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Convoy with Matrix''' (2000)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Convoy with Matrix''' (2001)}}</ul>
:The Matrix made its first appearance in Taraka's ''[[Heroes of Cybertron (toyline)|Super Collection Figure]]'' series of PVC figurines in the hands of the rare Rodimus Prime [[chase figure]] from the line's second "act". Both Rodimus and the Matrix were cast entirely in translucent colored plastic, as the Autobot leader held the talisman in both hands, in the process of opening it.

:The Matrix-bearing Rodimus chase figure was re-released as a standard figure for the fourth ''Super Collection Figure'' wave, this time as both a standard, solid-color figure and a metallic silver "pewter" version, both available at one each per standard case of twelve. In eight out of every ten cases, the pewter figure came with the right leg of the wave's collectable [[Metroplex (G1)#Super Collection Figure|Metroplex]] "build-a-figure".

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy with Matrix''' (2001)}}</ul>
:The Matrix made another appearance in the hands of a chase figure with this metallic silver Optimus Prime from the fifth ''Super Collection Figure'' act. The Matrix's translucent blue core is the only part of the figure not covered in silver paint.
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===''Mega Super Collection Figure''===
[[File:MegaSCF matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy TV Version''' (2002)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Metallic Version''' (2002)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Battle Damage Version''' (2002)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Hot Rodimus''' (2002)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Rodimus Convoy''' (2002)}}</ul>
:The same Matrix accessory, cast in grey plastic with orange paint on the casing and metallic silver on the core, was included with the various ''[[Heroes of Cybertron (toyline)#Mega SCF|Mega Super Collection Figure]]'' versions of Optimus Prime and Rodimus Prime. None of the figures had compartments to store the Matrix, nor hands equipped to hold it in the normal way: the most any of the five figures can manage is to cup or balance it in their "open palm" alternate hands.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Cybertron/MegaSCFRodimusConvoy/rodimusconvoy.htm More information on Mega SCF Rodimus Convoy at TFU.info]''
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===''KT Figure Collection''===
[[File:TF-KT-Figure-Collection-Optimus-Prime-Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2004)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy Revival Version''' (2004)}}</ul>
:The bust of Optimus Prime released as part of the ''[[KT Figure Collection]]'' features a removable Matrix with some atypical green detailing. Visible through Prime's chest windows, the Matrix is revealed when a lever on Prime's back is pressed, opening his chest and pushing the Matrix forward. The Matrix remained in the silver "Revival Version" redeco available exclusively through ''[[Figure Ō]]'' magazine.

::*''[http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/kt_figure/transformers/index.html More information on KT Figure Collection Convoy at the official website]''
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===First 4 Figures===
[[File:Sd ultramagnus statue.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''SD Ultra Magnus''' (statue, 2006)}}</ul>
:Seeking to produce a [[super deformed]] ''Transformers'' statue, [[First 4 Figures]] teamed up with Transformers fan site [http://www.tfw2005.com TFW2005.com] to run a contest that would allow fans to design their own. The winning design, depicting an unhappy Ultra Magnus after an amusingly unfortunate attempt at opening the Matrix of Leadership, was created by fan Xu Wei (aka Iron Bird), and was limited to only 500 pieces. A variant edition of the statue was also produced, redecoing Magnus in the color scheme of his ''Diaclone'' precursor, Powered Convoy, and was even more limited at only 100 pieces.

::*''[http://www.angelfire.com/planet/reminator6/HTML/autob/magnussdf.htm More information on SD Ultra Magnus at an Ultra Magnus fan site]''
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===Diamond Select Toys===
[[File:DiamondMatrixStatue.JPG|thumb|Deus sold separately]]
*'''Autobot Matrix of Leadership''' (2006)
:[[Diamond Select Toys]] produced a human-scaled replica of the Matrix. Weighing six pounds, it was sculpted by Robert Lee and is a limited edition of 1,000 pieces. The Matrix can be picked up off its Autobot-symbol base, and held by the finger holes in the handgrips — and while it does not open, it can "light your darkest hour," with internal electronics that make the central crystal orb pulse in blue, green, red, yellow, and pink. The base also has a removable [[Key to Vector Sigma]] accessory, which activates the electronics when placed in the base.

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[[File:AAUnicron statue.jpg|thumb|"YOU! SHALL NOT! PAAAASSS!!!"]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Unicron Movie Statue''' (Diamond Select, [[2007]])}}</ul>
:This statue of Hot Rod and Unicron stands 8 ½” tall and was limited to 1,986 pieces (as in 1986, the year the original animated movie was released). Hot Rod stands in the center of the piece, holding the Matrix of Leadership aloft, as Unicron looms behind him.

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[[File:Diamondselect matrices.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Optimus Prime (top), G1 Animated (middle), Powermaster (bottom) and Final Battle (main).]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (bust, 2007)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Final Battle Optimus Prime''' (Action Figure Xpress exclusive bust, 2007)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''G1 Animated Optimus Prime''' (San Diego Comic Con exclusive bust, 2008)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Powermaster Optimus Prime''' (unreleased bust, 2008)}}</ul>
:The Matrix of Leadership was a regular fixture on Diamond Select's array of Optimus Prime busts, appearing as sculpted detail on the standard base piece shared by the Optimus Prime, G1 Animated Optimus Prime, and unreleased Powermaster Optimus Prime busts. The same base was used for the Final Battle Optimus Prime bust, which represents the character after his climactic battle with Megatron, but the Matrix was removed (replaced with a panel displaying Prime's life-signs) and instead included as a removable accessory that fits in the bust's hand.
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===''Revoltech''===
[[File:Revoltech matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2007)}}</ul>
:''Revoltech'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Revoltech|Optimus Prime]] comes with a Matrix accessory. Alas, like his ''Mega SCF'' incarnations before him ([[#Mega Super Collection Figure|see above]]), ''Revoltech'' Prime cannot store it in his chest, and is unable to grasp it with any of his various alternate hands, with the only possible means of interaction being to precariously balance the Matrix in his open palm.
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===''Robot Heroes''===
[[File:RH Prime vs Unicron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Shiny.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Optimus Prime vs Unicron''' (2007)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Single-pack, 2008)}}</ul>
:[[Super deformed]] ''[[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'' Optimus Prime is depicted opening the Matrix of Leadership to light the Autobots' darkest hour.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/RHOptimusPrimeMatrix/optimusprime.htm More information on Robot Heroes Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===''Mecha Nations''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2014)}}</ul>
:Created by [[Kids Logic]], this super deformed "G1" [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Mehca Nations|Optimus Prime]] has a light-up, non-removable Matrix in his chest.

===''Ultimetal''===
[[File:Ultimetal Matrix.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2014)}}</ul>
:*''ID number:'' '''UM-01'''
:''Ultimetal'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Ultimetal|Optimus Prime]] is a large, extensively detailed figure produced by [[Art Storm]]. He comes with two different Matrix accessories: a smaller one that stores in his chest, where it can be lit up by an LED, and a larger one that can be held in his hands and lights up on its own. The larger Matrix can be displayed alongside Prime on a separate pedestal based on the [[#Diamond Select Toys|Diamond Select replica]]'s.
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===''EX Gōkin''===
[[File:EXGokin Matrix.jpg|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2014)}}</ul>
:Art Storm also produced ''EX Gōkin'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#EX Gōkin|Convoy]], a much smaller Optimus Prime action figure with a non-removable Matrix molded into its chest compartment.
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===Prime 1 Studio===
[[File:Prime 1 Studio Matrix of Leadership.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron''' (May 2014)}}</ul>
:*''Movie:'' '''''Revenge of the Fallen'''''
:*''ID number:'' '''MMTFM-01S'''
:*''Accessories'': Base

:A replica of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Matrix of Leadership was included with an exclusive version of the [[Prime 1 Studio]] ''Museum Masterline'' [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#Prime 1 Studio|Megatron]] statue based on the same movie. It comes with its own base.
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===''D-Style''===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Convoy''' (2015)}}</ul>
:*''ID number:'' '''43'''
:The ''[[D-Style]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#D-Style|Convoy]] model kit comes with a Matrix that stores in his chest. It was redecoed into [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#D-Style|Black Convoy]]'s [[Dead Matrix]].
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===Hot Toys===
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Starscream Version)''' (2015)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Megatron Version)''' (2015)}}</ul>
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===Soldier Story===
[[File:Soldier-Story-Unicron-lamp.jpeg|thumb|Magic lamp]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Unicron''' (2017)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories:'' Hot Rod, Hot Rod clear stand, remote control, USB power cable

:The [[Soldier Story Toys]] [[Unicron/toys#Soldier Story|Unicron]] table lamp stands over 26" tall and is bedecked with over 70 LEDs of various colors all over it. It also projects the movie-style Decepticon [[insignia]] above it. The lamp also includes a 6" Hot Rod holding the Matrix of Leadership.
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===Imaginarium Art===
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===Flame Toys===
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===Super7===
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===''R.E.D. [Robot Enhanced Design]''===
[[File:TF-R.E.D.-Optimus-Prime.jpg|200px|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2020)}}</ul>

:''[[Transformers R.E.D.]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#R.E.D. .5BRobot Enhanced Design.5D|Optimus Prime]] includes an opening chest compartment that stores a removable Matrix of Leadership.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' (2022)}}</ul>
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===Minimates===
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===Icon Heroes===
[[File:Icon-Heroes-Matrix-Bookend.jpg|thumb|Wait, the blue orb isn't supposed to split in half... [[Chaos Part Four: Genesis|is it?]]]]
*'''Matrix of Leadership Bookend''' (2022)
: A set of bookends made in the form of the original Matrix of Leadership, it measures 6.2 x 8.4 x 4 inches (15.75 x 21.33 x 10.16 cm) in size and weighs approximately 6 pounds (2.72 kg). Made of polystone, it was produced by Icon Heroes and was limited to 2,000 sets.

{{-}}[[File:IconHeroesGoldenLagoonMatrixBookend.jpg|thumb|No, no, NO! Only the middle is supposed to be gold, not the entire thi- wait, [[Matrix_of_Leadership/toys#CultureFly|what?]]]]
*'''Matrix of Leadership Bookend (Golden Lagoon Exclusive)''' (2023)
: Inspired by the Transformers episode "[[The Golden Lagoon (episode)|The Golden Lagoon]]", this redeco of the above bookend set depicts the entire Matrix of Leadership (save for its blue center) coated in [[electrum]] after the Autobots dipped into the titular golden lagoon,<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20240303064936/https://www.iconheroes.com/collections/transformers/products/transformers-matrix-of-leadership-bookend-golden-lagoon-exclusive Icon Heroes listing:] "Inspired by the Transformers episode The Golden Lagoon where Autobots and Decepticons are protected in electrum coating after dipping into a golden lagoon[...]"</ref> even though the Matrix wasn't introduced to audiences until ''The Transformers: The Movie'' released, ten months after the episode was first broadcast. Again made of polystone, it was available exclusively on Icon Heroes' web storefronts and was limited to 300 sets.

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===Threezero===
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===e-HOBBY===
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===Kotobukiya===
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===XM Studios===
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===Disguise===
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===CultureFly===
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[[File:CultureFlyOneMatrix.jpg|thumb|YOU'RE NOT WORTHY TO OPEN ME. NOT EVEN YOU, RICK.]]
*'''Transformers One Matrix of Leadership Replica''' (2024)
: Made in the form of the Matrix of Leadership as seen in [[Transformers One (film)|''Transformers One'']], this static replica of the Matrix measures 10 x 6.6 x 3 inches (25 x 17 x 8.5 cm) in size. It is cast in metallic gold vinyl and features openings on both sides for owners to see the blue orb inside, which has gold glitter applied to it to emulate its glow as it doesn't have electronics. This Matrix also has some paint applications on the front and back for extra detailing, but while the both sides have blue and yellow paint in the same spots, only the front has black paint applied. It uses two pegs to connect into its black display stand, which has the film's logo applied on both sides in gold paint. Unfortunately, this Matrix does not feature any opening functions, and the openings in the handles are each less than half an inch in size (smaller than 1 cm, actually) making most owners unable to easily fit their fingers in like most media depictions of the Matrix opening in [[The Transformers (franchise)|G1]]. This Matrix was produced by [[CultureFly]] and was exclusively sold at [[Walmart]]. A year after ''Transformers One'''s release, overstock of these were found being sold at discount stores for roughly half off.

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===''Transformers × Mini World''===
[[File:MiniWorldGalvatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.40|]]
*'''Galvatron''' (2023)

: ''[[Transformers × Mini World]]'' Galvatron includes a flat, grey Matrix of Leadership which can mount on the wall of his mini-base, or be held in his hands via a peg on its bottom.
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===''Blokees''===
====Galaxy/Shining Version====
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''X Yearly Version - The Golden Lagoon''' (2023)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Shining Version, 2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime (Pink)''' (Galaxy Version, 2024)}}</ul>

: First introduced in Blokees' first X Yearly Version box set, the light-up Optimus Prime kit comes with a Matrix accessory and a support stand. It features a pair of tabs on each handle, compatible with most ''Galaxy/Shining Version'' kits that include open-palm hands, not just Prime.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Orion Pax COGGED''' (Galaxy Version, 2024)}}</ul>

: The Cogged Orion Pax kit from the seventh wave of the/second ''One''-based ''Galaxy Version'' line features a newly-tooled Matrix based on the macguffin in the movie. It functions identically with the G1-based accessory above.

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====Action Edition====
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime/Orion Pax''' (2025)}}</ul>

: Both iterations of the ''Action Edition'' Optimus Prime model kits came with their respective Matrices.

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====Classic Class====
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Optimus Prime''' (Classic Class, 2024)}}</ul>

: The Deluxe Class ''Classic Class'' Optimus Prime (One) kit includes a Matrix of Leadership, featuring a translucent blue crystal that illuminates from the torso frame. The accessory can be removed, but the head, back piece, and upper neck collar parts must be removed first to access it.

: The Matrix is entirely metallic gray, as it was molded in the same runners as other similarly metallic gray parts.

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====Defender Version====
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Special Galaxy Type Rodimus Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Special Armor Type Rodimus Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
:*''Series:'' '''Defender Version 04 - Tyrant's Fury'''

: The fourth wave of the ''Defender Version'' blind-boxes includes a smaller version of the Matrix accessory found in the chase variant of the Rodimus Prime kits. The Special Galaxy Type variant has an unpainted Matrix, while the Special Armor Type version features added gold details for greater accuracy. Both accessories come with an effect part.

: Aside from Rodimus, other kits with 3.4mm hands can hold the accessory. However, certain kits, such as those in the Galaxy Version line, can hold them, but the clenched middle finger on the fist would likely chip off the painted detail from the Special Armor Type version of the accessory.

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==References==
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Transformers: Kiss Players (toyline)

2025-12-26T03:09:54Z

Boingus:

{{nav-kissplayers}}
[[File:KP003.jpg|upright=1.66||thumb|[[Optimus Prime (G1)|He]] likes [[Elita One (G1)|the colour]], m'kay?]]
With the [[Transformers: Cybertron (franchise)|''Galaxy Force'' franchise]] having ended on a whimper rather than a bang in [[Japan]], [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] opted to go with a smaller, more collector-oriented line in [[2006]], resulting in the controversial '''''Transformers: Kiss Players''''' toyline.

The series spins out of the [[Transformers: Alternators|''Binaltech'' toyline]], re-using the intricate, 1:24 scale molds from that series, and - apparently taking their cue from the short-lived Japanese subline, ''[[The Transformers: Binaltech Asterisk|Binaltech Asterisk]]'' - pairing them with PVC figurines of cute anime girls. The toys still feature fully painted car bodies, but lack the [[die-cast]] parts.

The [[Transformers: Kiss Players (manga)|manga]] and [[Transformers: Kiss Players (radio drama)|radio drama]] establish that these girls are the eponymous "[[Kiss Player]]s", who power-up the Transformers and merge with them by kissing them. Each toy comes packaged with an audio CD that collects several chapters of the radio drama that was broadcast concurrently with the line.

In [[2007]], ''Kiss Players'' moved into its second phase, which featured only three products, all of them [[exclusive]]s.

==Toyline==
===2006===
The first year of the ''Kiss Players'' toyline is notorious for featuring the only counterpart to ''Alternators'' Optimus Prime in Japan, released along with a couple of retooled ''Alternators'' molds.

It also included the first release in the ''Kiss Players Figure Collection'', a reverse of the standard ''Kiss Players'' format featuring a larger PVC figure of Atari with a ''[[Smallest Transforming Transformers]]''-style version of an Autorooper unit.

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|width="20%" valign="top"|'''''Alternators'' molds'''
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{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Kiss Players|Convoy]] × [[Marissa Faireborn#Kiss Players 2|Melissa]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Kiss Players|Hot Rodimus]] × [[Shaoshao Li#Kiss Players 2|Syaosyao]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Autorooper#AutorooperXAtari|Autorooper]] × [[Atari Hitotonari#Smallscale|Atari]]}}
</ul>
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''''Kiss Players Figure Collection'''''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Atari Hitotonari#Kiss Players 2|Atari]] × [[Autorooper#Kiss Players 2|Autorooper]]}}
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===2007===
The second year featured two exclusive sets of 3-packs, one of redecoed Generation 1 [[Mini-Cassette|Mini-Cassettes]] and another of redecoed ''Beast Wars'' [[Egg Beast|Egg Beasts]].

It also saw the second and final release in the ''Figure Collection'' with an exclusive redeco of Atari minus the Autorooper.

{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Toy Festival''' (March 2007)
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-multi|Kiss Players [[Sparkbot]] ×3:}}
*[[Angela#Kiss Players 2|Angela]]
*[[Zangetsu#Kiss Players 2|Zangetsu]]
*[[Star Dust#Kiss Players 2|Star Dust]]
</ul>
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''[[e-HOBBY]]''' (March 2007)
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-multi|Cassettron Set Kiss Players Position:}}
*[[Rosanna (KP)#Kiss Players 2|Rosanna]]
*[[Sundor#Kiss Players 2|Sundor]]
*[[Glit (KP)#Kiss Players 2|Glit]]
</ul>
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''[[Dengeki Hobby Magazine]]''' mail-order (April 2007)
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|[[Atari Hitotonari#Atariscream|Atariscream]]}}
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==Notes==
*According to series designer [[Yuki Ohshima]], the larger Autorooper toy was not originally planned for release. When it was added to the toyline, it was opted to discontinue the ''Figure Collection'', which was originally going to continue with Melissa × Convoy (and presumably would have ended with Syaosyao × Hot Rodimus).
*''Kiss Players'' Autorooper received a [[Autorooper#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|new toy]] in 2023 through an alternate head for the ''[[Buzzworthy Bumblebee]]'' [[Autotrooper (Animated)#Buzzworthy_Bumblebee|Animated Universe Autotrooper]]. Hasbro designer [[Evan Brooks]] even said "Kiss Players" on stream!

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Peter Cullen

2025-12-25T12:37:55Z

Boingus: /* Merchandise */

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[[File:PeterCullen1.jpg|216px|thumb|Scarier than Venger and the Predator combined.]]
'''Peter Cullen''' (born [[July 28]], [[1941]]) is a [[Canada|Canadian]] actor and voice actor, who has earned fame, respect, and admiration as the voice of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|the original Optimus Prime]], as well as that character's analogs from many subsequent series listed below. His tenure as the character would earn him the Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences on [[December 17]], [[2023]].<ref>{{citesocial|link=https://www.upi.com/Entertainment_News/2023/11/15/Peter-Cullen-Lifetime-Achievement-Award/4011700075781/|title=Children & Family Emmy Awards to honor Optimus Prime voice actor Peter Cullen|site=UPI.com|year=2023|month=11|day=15}}</ref><ref>{{citesocial|quote=2016 Lifetime Achievement Honoree Frank Welker presented award-winning voice performer Peter Cullen with the Lifetime Achievement Award.|link=https://theemmys.tv/cafe-2nd-annual-winners/|site=National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences|title=The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Announces 2nd Annual Children's & Family Emmy Awards Winners|year=2023|month=12|day=17}}</ref> Originally from Quebec, Cullen moved to the U.S. early in his career.

In programming that aired adjacent to ''Transformers'', Cullen provided the voice for ''{{gb|Challenge of the GoBots (cartoon)|Challenge of the GoBots}}'' characters [[Pincher (GoBots)|Pincher]], [[Spoiler]], [[Tank (GoBots)|Tank]] and [[Block Head]]; for ''[[G.I. Joe (franchise)|G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero]]'' characters Airborne, [[Zandar]] and [[Nemesis Enforcer]]; and from the ''[[Visionaries]]'', [[Cindarr]]. Some of Cullen's other roles include Eeyore from ''Winnie the Pooh'', Monterey Jack from ''Chip 'N Dale - Rescue Rangers'', Venger from ''Dungeons & Dragons'', K.A.R.R. from ''[[Agent Knight|Knight Rider]]'', Bankjob Beagle and Admiral Grimitz on ''Ducktales'', Mysterio, [[Hulk]] and Red Skull on [[Spider-Man|Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends]], Coran and King Alfor on ''Voltron'', Thaedus from ''[[Skybound Entertainment|Invincible]]'', [[King Kong]] in the [[1976]] remake film and the titular villain of ''[[Predator (alien)|Predator]]''. He was also the announcer for several commercials for the [[United States Navy]] in 2007, filling in for [[Keith David]].

{{quote|Peter, if you're going to be a hero, be a '''real''' hero. Be strong enough to be gentle.|Peter quoting the advice his late brother, Larry, had on inspiring the voice of Optimus Prime.}}

==Generation 1==
===''[[The Transformers (cartoon)|The Transformers]]''===
*[[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]]
*[[Ironhide (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ironhide]]
*[[Streetwise (G1)|Streetwise]]
*[[Trypticon (G1)|Trypticon]] ([[Five Faces of Darkness, Part 4]] only).
*[[Nightstick (G1)|Nightstick]]
*[[Slugslinger (G1)|Slugslinger]]
*[[Wingspan]]
====Incidentals====
*[[Joe (MTMTE)|Joe]] ([[More than Meets the Eye, Part 1]])
*[[Halonix Maximus|Giant Autobot]] ([[Heavy Metal War]])
*[[Frankenstein's monster]] ([[Autobot Spike]])
*[[Optimus Prime clone]] ([[A Prime Problem]])
*[[It]] ([[The Return of Optimus Prime, Part 2]])

===''[[Transformers: Devastation]]''===
*Optimus Prime

===''[[Transformers: Titans Return (cartoon)|Transformers: Titans Return]]''===
*Optimus Prime

===''[[Transformers: Power of the Primes (cartoon)|Transformers: Power of the Primes]]''===
*Optimus Prime

===''[[History of the Transformers]]''===
*Optimus Prime

===''[[Building Bridges with Optimus Prime]]''===
*Optimus Prime

==Movie franchise==
[[File:moviecullen.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|GIVE ME MY FACE!?]]
===[[Transformers (film)|''Transformers'' (2007 movie)]]===
*[[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]]

===[[Transformers The Game|''Transformers'': The Game]]===
*Optimus Prime

===''[[Transformers: Beginnings (Movie)|Transformers: Beginnings]]''===
*Optimus Prime

===''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen]]''===
*Optimus Prime

===[[Revenge of the Fallen (video games)|''Revenge of the Fallen'': The Game]]===
*Optimus Prime

===''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Dark of the Moon]]''===
*Optimus Prime

===[[Dark of the Moon (video games)|''Dark of the Moon'': The Game]]===
*Optimus Prime

===[[Transformers: The Ride – 3D]]===
*Optimus Prime

===''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|Age of Extinction]]''===
*Optimus Prime

===''[[Transformers: The Last Knight (film)|The Last Knight]]''===
*Optimus Prime

===''[[Bumblebee (film)|Bumblebee]]''===
*Optimus Prime

===''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (film)|Rise of the Beasts]]''===
*Optimus Prime

===''[[Fortnite]]''===
*Optimus Prime

==Aligned==

===''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)|Transformers: War for Cybertron]]''===
*[[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]]

===''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Transformers: Prime]]''===
*Optimus Prime
*[[Nemesis Prime (Prime)|Nemesis Prime]]
*[[Vehicon (Prime)|Vehicon]]

===''[[Transformers: Rescue Bots (cartoon)|Transformers: Rescue Bots]]''===
*Optimus Prime
*Scientist ("[[It's a Bot Time]]")

===''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron]]''===
*Optimus Prime

=== ''[[Transformers: Prime - The Game]]'' ===
*Optimus Prime

=== ''[[Transformers Universe (Jagex)|Transformers Universe]]'' ===
*Optimus Prime

=== ''[[Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark (console)|Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark]]'' ===
*Optimus Prime

=== ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 cartoon)|Transformers: Robots in Disguise]]'' ===
*Optimus Prime

==Merchandise==
*''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' 25th Anniversary [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Optimus Prime]]
*''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' Leader Class [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Leader Class toys 2|Optimus Prime]] (and its multiple versions)
*''[[Transformers: The Last Knight (toyline)|The Last Knight]]'' Allspark Tech Starter Pack [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Allspark Tech|Optimus Prime]] (and Shadow Spark Optimus Prime)
*''The Last Knight'' [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/merchandise#The Last Knight|Optimus Prime Voice Changer Helmet]]
*''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' MP-44 [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#MP44|Convoy Ver.3.0]]
*[[Robosen]] [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Robosen Collector's Edition|Optimus Prime Auto-Converting Robot]] (and its multiple versions)
*Robosen ''Rise of the Beasts'' [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Robosen|Optimus Prime]]
*[[Killerbody]] ''Bumblebee'' [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/merchandise#KillerbodyHelmet|Optimus Prime]] Helmet
*Killerbody ''The Transformers'' Optimus Prime Helmet
*''[[Transformers: EarthSpark (toyline)|EarthSpark]]'' [[Optimus_Prime_(ES)#HasbroBattleTrailer|Optimus Prime Battle Trailer]] (archival audio)

==Written works==
* ''[[Transformers Vault]]'' (foreword)

==Convention appearances==
* [[BotCon 1997]]
* [[BotCon 2004]]
* [[BotCon 2006]]
* [[BotCon 2007]]
* [[BotCon 2009]]
* [[BotCon 2010]]
* [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2010
* [[BotCon 2011]]
* [[BotCon 2012]]
* [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2012
* [[HasCon 2017]]
* [[Hasbro PulseCon 2020]]

==Notes==
[[File:Movieop voyager driver.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1|Now all it needs is a mustache.]]
[[File:AllianceOptimusHoloDriver.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1|''Aah'', that's the stuff.]]
* In [[1984]], Cullen created the voice of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] by emulating the mannerisms of his older brother Larry, who had served in the [[United States Marine Corps]] in the Vietnam War. Specifically, he based Prime's voice and mannerisms upon Larry's calm, controlled and authoritative approach to serious situations.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=[Larry's] approach to serious situations was always calm and controlled an authoritative.|link=https://web.archive.org/web/20061015020510/https://blogs.usatoday.com/popcandy/2006/09/a_chat_with_pet.html|name=Whitney Matheson|site=USA Today|title=A chat with ... Peter Cullen, aka Optimus Prime|year=2006|month=09|day=28}}</ref> The ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Transformers: Prime]]'' episode "[[Partners (Prime)|Partners]]" was dedicated to his late brother's memory.
* At [[BotCon 2007]], Peter Cullen said he'd love to own one of the three modified {{w|Peterbilt 379}} trucks used in the filming of [[Transformers (film)|''Transformers'']]. Let's try and picture Optimus Prime driving himself for a moment. Has your brain exploded yet from the sheer awesomeness?
* Cullen has been included as an Easter Egg in various ways.
** The mid-range [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Voyager Class toys|Voyager class ''Movie'' Optimus Prime toy (in its many releases)]] features a non-removable cowboy-hat-bedecked driver figurine that flips out of the seat when the driver's side door is closed. This appears to be based on Peter Cullen himself.
** In either an artistic case of toy-accuracy, or just [[Alex Milne]] having fun, Optimus Prime's holographic driver in ''[[Alliance issue 1|Transformers: Alliance #1]]'' is represented with Cullen's likeness.
* He was also the [[Toonami]] announcer (or as [[Steve Blum|TOM]] called him: "The Big Guy") for many years, allowing him to narrate commercials for ''[[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)|Armada]]'', ''[[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)|Energon]]'' and ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (cartoon)|Cybertron]]''. Later, he narrated commercials for ''[[Transformers Animated (cartoon)|Animated]]'', even though it wasn't on Toonami. Because he's Optimus Prime, that's why. However, he did not return to announce Toonami after its revival on [[May 26]], [[2012]].
* At one point, the ''[[Transformers Animated (cartoon)|Animated]]'' crew considered having Cullen play a human "old west hero" character<ref>{{citesocial|quote=We had an idea that Peter Cullen could play some kind of old west hero that would teach Optimus how to be a stronger leader|link=https://ask.fm/DerrickJWyatt/answers/168792551796|name=Derrick J. Wyatt|site=Ask.fm|month=07|day=19|year=2021}}</ref> that would inspire [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus]] and teach him good leadership qualities, but the idea never came to fruition.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=We did have an idea for him to play a mentor character to Optimus [...] Our idea was for him to play a human mentor. [...] The basic idea was the Peter Cullen character would teach ''Animated'' Optimus some leadership qualities of G1 Prime|link=https://ask.fm/DerrickJWyatt/threads/163153290100|name=Derrick J. Wyatt|site=Ask.fm|month=06|day=17|year=2020}}</ref>
* Cullen was asked to reprise Optimus Prime for the first episode of ''{{w|Robot Chicken}}'', where the character would enact a dramatization that he's dying from prostate cancer. He turned down the offer as he took the role too seriously to make fun of it, which the show's staff respected him for.
* He expressed that he wanted [[Michael Bay]] to return for the fifth live-action film when Bay announced he departed from being the director's position.
* Cullen's voice is unmodified and is entirely his own in his role as ''Prime's'' Optimus Prime, work for which he received a Daytime Emmy Award nomination in 2011.
* According to DVD commentaries, Cullen was not informed that ''Prime'' Optimus would survive the [[Dawn of the Beast|first arc]] of the third season until the recording session for "[[Rebellion (Prime)|Rebellion]]" came along. Cullen apparently became depressed, worried that kids would go through the same trauma of Optimus dying as kids did in 1986 with the original movie. D'awww.
* On [[September 30]], [[2014]], Cullen was immortalized on the Hollywood Walk of Fame with a cement printing ceremony outside of [[Grauman's Chinese Theatre]]. [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]] was also in attendance and provided his tire marks in lieu of handprints.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IMw8LSScxLA Peter Cullen / Optimus Prime Walk-Of Fame Highlights]</ref>
* While the evil ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (franchise)|Shattered Glass]]'' [[Optimus Prime (SG)|version]] of Optimus Prime has only ever depicted in comics and prose stories, writers [[Trent Troop]] and [[Greg Sepelak]] have stated that he sounds like Venger, the {{w|Dungeons & Dragons (TV series)|''Dungeons & Dragons'' cartoon}} character who was voiced by Peter Cullen.
* Cullen provided some motion capture reference during the Bay-directed films. A live-action cameo was also left on the cutting room floor in which Cullen would portray Optimus's holo-driver.
* In December 2023, Cullen received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2nd Annual Children's and Family Emmys for his work as Optimus Prime. The award was presented to him by his longtime costar [[Frank Welker]]; Cullen had presented Welker the same award seven years prior at a non-televised ceremony.
* During production on ''[[Transformers One (film)|Transformers One]]'', Cullen served as a consultant for [[Chris Hemsworth]] on getting the voice and mannerisms down.<ref>[https://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/transformers-one-news-film-is-testing-very-well-and-peter-cullen-consulted-chris-hemsworth-on-voice/48127/ Transformers One News: Film is Testing Very Well and Peter Cullen Consulted Chris Hemsworth on Voice]</ref>
* Says Ironhide's voice was based off a friend of his named "Smokey".
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==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.hasbro.com/transformers/en_US/play/details.cfm?R=3D1D7B52-19B9-F369-1081-07DF8C58072C:en_US Hall of Fame video]
*[http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0191520/ Peter Cullen at the Internet Movie Database]

===Interviews===
* [[September 17]], 2024's [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uONSlRiYhNA The Voices of Optimus Prime & Megatron: Interview with Frank Welker & Peter Cullen | Transformers G1] on the [[Hasbro Pulse]] YouTube channel, with [[Frank Welker]].

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Sticker

2025-12-25T06:06:25Z

Boingus: /* Modern Generation 1 reissues and redecos */

[[File:G1 Jazz sticker instructions.jpg|upright=1.33|thumb|Hope you got a real steady hand, seven-year-old hopped up on Cocoa Puffs!]]
Details on a [[Transformer]]s toy that are not molded, [[tampograph|printed]], or [[Paint operation|painted]] on may be provided by the application of one or more '''stickers'''—also known as '''labels''' or '''decals'''.

Stickers are a flexible sheet—typically paper or foil—with colors and designs printed on one side and an adhesive substance on the other. Generally they are stuck to a wax-coated protective sheet before use, with the individual stickers being die-cut from a single sheet of backing while attached to this waxy sheet. Many toys have stickers already applied to them at the manufacturing plant.

Stickers were abundant throughout the first decade of the ''Transformers'' franchise, but since then have been effectively replaced with other detailing methods. Stickers still see some use today, but are mostly relegated to more nostalgic collector-oriented releases, and the occasional "there really is no better cost-effective option".

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==Use in Transformers==
===Generation 1===
[[File:G1-toy Sunstreaker.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The original Sunstreaker, with loads of sticker detailing. Including stickers that betray an [[Sunstreaker (G1)/toys#Notes|abandoned color scheme]]....]]
When the [[The Transformers (toyline)|original ''Transformers'' toyline]] debuted in the early/mid 1980s, stickers were already an industry standard for larger toys. Vehicle-heavy action figure lines, like ''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]]'' and ''[[G.I. Joe (franchise)|G.I. Joe]]'', made extensive use of stickers on flat surfaces to provide more "realistic" detailing while keeping production costs down. And as larger ''Transformers'' toys were already using [[die-cast|other cost-saving measures]] to keep the price reasonable, stickers were used to ramp up the toys' detailing.

For the first several years of the line, shiny foil-based stickers were the norm for smaller details, with paper-based ones covering larger expanses of flat plastic. Most toys had a few stickers that were pre-applied at the factory (notably the big paper decals mentioned prior), supplemented by customer-applied stickers that came on a single sheet. By and large these stickers were used to add tech detailing to the robot modes, with some needing stickers to replicate more complex detailing in their alternate mode, like [[Soundwave (G1)/toys#The Transformers|Soundwave's]] tape-player-mode text and power light. [[Rubsign]]s were introduced shortly after the line's debut: heat-sensitive stickers that changed colors, in this case revealing the robot's true allegiance (and marking the toy as an "official" ''Transformers'' brand toy).

[[File:G1-toy Rewind.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|left|A few toys replaced stickers with paint later in the line.]]
As the line slowly ceased to be the unstoppable sales juggernaut of its early years, several cost-saving measures were taken, experimenting with ways of replacing or altering stickers. Several of the last-year [[Mini-Cassette]]s switched to detailed [[tampograph]]s to replace the foil stickers that made up their cassette side/mode. For most of the rest of the line, stickers stuck around (ha), but changes were made to the ''types'' of stickers used. Rubsigns were dropped altogether by the line's fifth year, and the [[Pretender]]s experimented with clear-plastic stickers that used less paint. This experiment was short-lived though (see "[[#Pros and cons|pros and cons]]" below), and by year six, most new toys had moved to using cheaper, less durable paper-based stickers, which would persist to the end of the line. There were a few standouts, such as the individually-carded [[Action Master]]s having foil-''like'' faction symbol stickers, and the water-play-based [[Aquaspeeder]]s and [[Stormtrooper (G1)|Stormtroopers]] of the late European-market line used classic foil stickers (for hopefully obvious reasons), but exceptions from laminated paper decals were rare.

It's important to note that these changes were ''global'', affecting all three major markets (US, Japan, Europe) at the same time.
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===Generation 2===
[[File:AeroRaid-stickers.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|You didn't buy this, and you certainly didn't apply this.]]
The first year of ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' in both the US and Europe was almost wholly recycled molds, and thus stickers were still the norm. Virtually all of the new-to-the-US-mold toys, such as the [[Color Changer]]s, were originally from the prior year's European toyline, which—despite the use of new faction symbols—was still "Generation 1". Some used foil stickers ([[Aquaspeeder]]s/[[Stormtrooper (G1)#Toys|Stormtrooper]]s, [[Axelerator]]s and [[Skyscorcher]]s), while others kept with thick paper ([[Megatron (G1)/toys#Generation 2|tank Megatron]], the [[Lightformer]]s, [[Trakkon]]s and [[Obliterator]]s), albeit with stronger adhesive than the Japanese paper-decal toys just a few years prior.

By the second year of ''Generation 2'', the apply-your-own separate sticker sheets vanished almost completely. Most toys still used factory-applied paper decals, but paint operations and tampographs became more and more commonplace. Even the recycled [[Aerialbot (G1)#Generation 2|Aerialbot]] and [[Combaticon (G1)#Generation 2|Combaticon]] toys lacked separate sticker sheets (as did the ultimately-unreleased [[Protectobot (G1)#Generation 2|Protectobots]] and [[Stunticon (G1)#Generation 2|Stunticons]]). By 1995, many toys had eschewed sticker detailing altogether.

The only late ''Generation 2'' exception to the "no separate sticker sheet" rule is [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#LaserOptimusPrime|Laser Optimus Prime]], 1995's big-ticket item, which also featured a lot of "random [[robot mode]] tech greeblies" sticker detailing that called back to the early days of the line. Japan also brought back separate sticker sheets, though in a much more low-key manner; their releases of the Autobot [[Cyberjet]]s each came with a separate transparent-plastic sheet full of extra detailing, including battle damage markings. It appears, however, that no instructions were given as to ''where'' on the toy these decals were supposed to go.
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===Beast Era===
[[File:BWtoy-JaguarTM.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''Metals'' Ravage, an exceedingly rare use of customer-applied stickers in the Beast Era.]]
Starting in 1996, the rounded and organic sculpting of [[Beast Wars: Transformers (toyline)|''Beast Wars'' toys]] made even factory-applied stickers impractical... plus the toy industry had largely moved on from sticker use in general. That the first year toys eschewed any form of faction symbol on the actual toys also made stickers largely obsolete.

Stickers returned for the line's second year in a familiar form: the "[[rubsign|energon chip]]", a tiny, often-hidden heat-reactive sticker that would reveal the robot's allegiance, bringing back the classic rubsign [[gimmick]]. These stickers stuck (ha ha) with the line up through the third year, but were replaced by the snazzier-looking [[spark crystal]]s of the [[Transmetal 2|Transmetals 2]].

In Japan, ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1998 (Beast Wars II)|Beast Wars II]]'' made ample use of molds developed for ''Generation 2'' in its early Destron releases, resulting in a fair amount of factory-applied paper stickers on toys like [[Megastorm#Toys|Megastorm]], and [[Starscream (BW)#Toys|Starscream]] & [[BB (BW)#Toys|BB]]. In 1999, ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (toyline)#Super Lifeform Transformers: Beast Wars Metals (1999)|Metals]]'' [[Ravage (G1)/toys#Beast Wars Metals|Jaguar]] not only had a factory-applied sticker inside an opening chest compartment (revealing a [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] faction symbol), but also the first separate sticker sheet in a ''Transformers'' toy since 1995. This foil sticker sheet featured two replacement "viewscreen" images for the chest-sticker ([[Megatron (G1)|Generation 1 Megatron]]'s head, and the classic [[Decepticon]] insignia on a purple grid background) as well as two Predacon symbols and two Decepticon symbols to be placed on his biceps as you wish. Mind, due to the rounded biceps, they don't really stay on well. The [[redeco]] of this toy, [[BotCon 2001]]'s [[Tigatron#BotCon2001|Transmetal Tigatron]], also had a similar decal sheet.

Stickers made a very brief comeback in the short 1997 ''[[Machine Wars: Transformers|Machine Wars]]'' series. The Basic-sized figures had factory-applied paper stickers, while the larger boxed toys retained apply-your-own paper sticker sheets, as those toys were all redecos of older last-year-of-Generation-1 transitional European toys. In many cases their new sticker sheets yielded unimpressive or confusing results due to the sticker colors not having been properly changed to match the new toy color schemes (i.e. putting a featureless white sticker onto a piece of white plastic of the same size and shape).
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===Beyond the beasts===
[[File:RID15-toy SteeljawWarrior.jpg|upright=1|thumb|2015 ''Robots in Disguise'' Steeljaw. The faction sticker was used to unlock him in the line's mobile game.]]
Although ''Transformers'' began to shift back to predominantly "realistic" modern vehicle modes come the turn of the century, stickers remained rare as advancements in painting and tampographing techniques made the stickers increasingly outdated. Not gone, but very few and far between. 2004's ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Robots In Disguise]]'' [[Dreadwind (RID)|Dreadwind]] and [[Smokejumper]] set was quite conspicuous as being the first American Transformers retail release in ''years'' to include a customer-applied decal sheet.

The most common use of stickers over the following decades has been in the repeated revivals of the [[rubsign]] gimmick, in lines like 2006's ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' and the [[Transformers (2010 toyline)#Hasbro Reveal the Shield subline|2010 ''Transformers'' series's ''Reveal the Shield'' subline]]. 2015's [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 toyline)|''Robots in Disguise'' line]] had a similar sticker-based faction symbol gimmick, where each toy in the line had a sticker with a unique circular code surrounding the character's faction symbol, which unlocked them in the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (mobile game)|mobile game]] (now defunct); the Takara ''Adventure'' version of the line had a similar gimmick, only it was used to keep a virtual checklist of toys (also now defunct).

Stickers are often used to give toys a level of fine detailing that even current tampographing would not be able to provide (at least, for a reasonable cost), such as on "video screens" like the ones on 2003's ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|Optimus Prime]]'s flip-up forearm communications screens. Numerous [[Real Gear Robot]]s who transform into mobile phones, camcorders, handheld video game consoles and the like also make use of big chunky stickers for their on-screen visuals, as do the "spy tablet" modes of various former-cassette characters in the ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'' toyline. [[Rescue Roy]] and the other ''[[1-2-3 Transformers]]'' toys use stickers for their detailed department badges and such, a slightly odd choice for a line of [[Tonka]] "tough play" style toys for the younger set.

On occasion, stickers are used to cover areas of [[unpaintable plastic]] that would end up unsightly in one mode or the other, such as on the [[OTFCC 2003|2003 Official Transformers Collectors' Convention]] exclusives [[Sideswipe (G1)/toys#Universe (2003)|Sidewsipe]] and [[Sunstreaker (G1)/toys#Universe (2003)|Sunstreaker]], whose white plastics left a big patch of white on the roof of their red and yellow car modes.

[[File:Prime-toy RatchetTakTom.jpg|left|upright=1|thumb|TakaraTomy ''Prime'' Ratchet. Almost every bit of red on the robot mode is a customer-applied sticker.]]
In more collector-oriented lines, sticker sheets were sometimes included with some toys to bring back that old nostalgic "finalize/customize your toy" feel. The Takara ''[[Transformers: Alternators|Binaltech]]'' line (their name for ''Alternators'') and its spin-offs had several toys with additional sticker sheets: most notable is the ''[[Transformers: Kiss Players (toyline)|Kiss Players]]'' [[army-building|army-builder]] bot [[Autorooper#Toys|Autorooper]], which came with a sticker sheet full of squad markings, enabling you to have your Autorooper be any of the ''forty-eight'' individual units from the story, not simply the one assigned to [[Atari Hitotonari#Toys|Atari Hitotonari]], its pack-in partner. (It is unknown if anyone actually ''did'' assemble a full complement of Autoroopers. And if they did, what the hell they did with the other forty-seven Ataris. Though forty-eight [[Kremzeek#Kiss Players 2|Kremzeek]]s sound pretty awesome.) Takara's version of the [[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#|''Prime'' toyline]] actually ''removed'' much of the painted detailing of the Hasbro versions and replaced them with customer-applied sticker sheets, as part of the line's [[Arms Micron]] gimmick, where each toy also came with an unassembled (and unpainted) [[Mini-Con]] still on a sprue—making the whole purchase more akin to buying and finishing a model kit. The [[Yokohama Convoy]] giveaway toy has odd plastic colours because a separately-distributed sticker sheet is meant to complete a Nemesis Prime-inspired deco, with transparent windows. [[BotCon]] returned to the customer-applied-sticker well often, mainly with the customization class exclusives, but they offered sheets for numerous other toys in their last year of operation.

[[File:HasbroAsiaTitansReturnstickersheet.jpg|right|upright=1|thumb|You can ''always'' spend more money on this hobby.]]
Strangely, the TakaraTomy release of [[Vortex (FOC)#Retail|''Fall of Cybertron'' Vortex]] came with a pre-applied Decepticon sticker. In the ''[[Thrilling 30]]'' subline of ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'', customer-applied sticker sheets were included with [[Whirl (G1)#Generations|Whirl]] and [[Roadbuster (G1)#Generations|Roadbuster]], and more notably with the Titan Class [[Metroplex (G1)#Generations|Metroplex]] toy, which used over ''one hundred'' customer-applied stickers for detail to accentuate his bigness—presumably because doing all those fine details in paint would have skyrocketed the budget of this already-expensive figure. Later Titan Class toys [[Fortress Maximus (G1)#Titans Return|Fortress Maximus]] and [[Trypticon (G1)#Titans Return|Trypticon]] had similar sheets packed in as well. Exclusively in Asian markets, similar sheets were individually sold to add new details to ''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' [[Devastator (G1)/toys#Combiner Wars|Devastator]], [[Superion (G1)#Combiner Wars|Superion]], [[Menasor (G1)#Combiner Wars|Menasor]], [[Defensor (G1)#Combiner Wars|Defensor]], and [[Optimus Maximus (G1)#Toys|Optimus Maximus]], as well as the first two waves of Deluxes and Voyagers from ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]''. The ''Titans Return'' and [[Power of the Primes (toyline)|''Power of the Primes'']] toylines also featured factory-applied foil stickers on numerous larger Voyager and Leader Class figures... which actually did not go over well with fans (see "[[#Pros and cons|pros and cons]]" below), leading to stickers being mostly abandoned once more. Optional sticker sheets were included with the exclusive ''[[Generations Selects (toyline)|Generations Selects]]'' [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Selects|Galvatron]] and [[Cyclonus (G1)/toys#SelectsTargetmaster|Cyclonus]], and the Hasbro Asia-exlusive gift sets of ''[[Transformers: Age of the Primes|Age of the Primes]]'' [[Superion (G1)#Age of the Primes|Superion]] and ''[[Studio Series]]'' [[Devastator (G1)/toys#Studio Series|Devastator]], to add Generation 1 toy detailing.

Hasbro's reissues of the ''Prime'' Arms Micron toys for the accompanying cartoons tenth anniversary came with sticker sheets similar to the original.
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===Modern Generation 1 reissues and redecos===
[[File:G1toy-SunstormeHobby.jpg|upright=1|thumb|''Collectors Edition'' Sunstorm replaced the mold's factory-applied wing stickers with paint, starting a big trend in reissues.]]
Reissues and redecoes of Generation 1 molds naturally retained their separate decal sheets, but as time went on, more and more began replacing factory-applied stickers with more durable tampographs. The most notable examples are in the reissues and redecoes of the [[Sideswipe (G1)/toys#Toys|original Sideswipe mold]]: the rally-deco headlamps on every use of the mold since the New Year Special release in 2002 have been tampographs.

The Takara ''[[The Transformers: Micromaster|Micromaster]]'' series (also begun in 2002) used nothing but paint operations for the five Micromaster six-teams, often leaving areas once covered by more complex-detail stickers blank and adding entirely new detailing to other areas. However, the final releases in the series, the DX Micromaster versions of [[Multiforce#Toys|Multiforce]], used factory-applied paper decals for their robot mode torso detailing.

The "[[Transformers Retro|Retro]]" line of Generation 1 repaints in cartoon-accurate colors largely phased out stickers, except for [[Laserbeak (G1)/toys#Retro|Laserbeak]], who has two pre-applied stickers.
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==Pros and cons==
[[File:DeathsaurusBadCutStickers.jpeg|thumb|right|upright=1|Deathsaurus's Decepticon badge is trying to escape its confines!]]
A distinct advantage of stickers over paint in general is the ability to do much more intricately-detailed, multicolor detailing for a cheaper price. Many fans also enjoy the simple act of applying stickers, adding an almost personal touch to the toy upon ownership.

But, well... there are some disadvantages to them too. Okay, a lot of disadvantages.

Stickers are a common area for early wear-and-tear, as the designs can be abraded away, leaving ugly residue underneath. Some toys have stickers meant to be applied to areas all but guaranteed to destroy them by simply transforming the toy—one of the most notorious examples being the thigh stickers on the original [[The Transformers (toyline)|Generation 1]] [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Generation 1|Hot Rod]]. Paper stickers can lose their clear-plastic top-layer, making the paper underneath ''much'' more vulnerable to damage and moisture.

While clear-plastic decals—such as those of the [[Pretender]] era—are probably the most resilient to physical damage, the printed details tend to be semi-transparent, getting lost against darker plastics underneath. Plus, any dirt that happens to get under the sticker becomes much more visible! Clear stickers have also been known to [[photodegradation|discolor]] over time. Foil stickers have also been known to simply fade, losing their color details without the sticker below being scraped.

[[File:G1-toy Detritus.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1|[[e-HOBBY]] [[Detritus (G1)|Detritus]]: rare, expensive, and with thick paper stickers that have to fold 90 degrees. Gee.]]
Sometimes, stickers just aren't sticky enough—which is especially problematic with stickers meant to bend around curves or be folded over corners. Several ''[[Diaclone]]'' molds required such gymnastics, as with the eye sticker on the original [[Seeker (body-type)|Seeker]] jet mold folding over the bridge of the nose, or with [[Skids (G1)#Toys|Skids]]' shoulder stickers being placed directly on rounded screw-heads. The paper decals used on some toys in the ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)#1989 (Victory)|Victory]]'' line and beyond in Japan had notoriously weak adhesive.

[[File:SpringerG1Toy.JPG|thumb|right|upright=1|I demand to be called "Blinger" now.]]
When buying toys secondhand, it's a lottery as to whether the previous owners—kids or adults—placed the stickers correctly. With G1 toys, sticker sheets often underwent changes during the toys' development that resulted in instructions suggesting placement of stickers in areas they weren't designed for, often in contrast to toy samples or package art. [[Drag Strip (G1)#Toys|Drag Strip]] has several stickers' worth of art left totally uncut and unusable on the sticker sheet, apparently having been dropped from the toy. Meanwhile [[Snarl (G1)#Toys|Snarl]] has an Autobot symbol that is supposed to be placed in the middle of his dinosaur head... which splits in half in order to transform, necessitating owners either place the sticker asymmetrically on the toy, or cut it in half and apply each half themselves. If stickers are applied at the factory, it's totally out of your hands—you might open a brand new toy to find the stickers wrinkled or misaligned. Even if the placement is correct, the die-cutting might not line up with the detail printed on the sticker sheet, resulting in stickers that appear mis-placed.

Sometimes, fans just prefer to leave off the stickers for [[Show-accuracy|aesthetic reasons]]; the simplified [[character model]]s of the Sunbow cartoon would usually omit the technological details, which were often incongruous with the simple, blocky designs of those early toys anyway.

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==Aftermarket replacements==
Aftermarket manufacturers supply reproduction sticker sets. These can be used to replace missing or damaged vintage specimens; or to [[customizing|add all-new detail]] (perhaps more fiction-accurate or to better resemble real-world alternate modes); or to repurpose a toy as a completely different character.

==Notes==
===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''seal''' (シール ''shīru'')

[[Category:Toys]]

Sticker

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Boingus: /* Beyond the beasts */

[[File:G1 Jazz sticker instructions.jpg|upright=1.33|thumb|Hope you got a real steady hand, seven-year-old hopped up on Cocoa Puffs!]]
Details on a [[Transformer]]s toy that are not molded, [[tampograph|printed]], or [[Paint operation|painted]] on may be provided by the application of one or more '''stickers'''—also known as '''labels''' or '''decals'''.

Stickers are a flexible sheet—typically paper or foil—with colors and designs printed on one side and an adhesive substance on the other. Generally they are stuck to a wax-coated protective sheet before use, with the individual stickers being die-cut from a single sheet of backing while attached to this waxy sheet. Many toys have stickers already applied to them at the manufacturing plant.

Stickers were abundant throughout the first decade of the ''Transformers'' franchise, but since then have been effectively replaced with other detailing methods. Stickers still see some use today, but are mostly relegated to more nostalgic collector-oriented releases, and the occasional "there really is no better cost-effective option".

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==Use in Transformers==
===Generation 1===
[[File:G1-toy Sunstreaker.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The original Sunstreaker, with loads of sticker detailing. Including stickers that betray an [[Sunstreaker (G1)/toys#Notes|abandoned color scheme]]....]]
When the [[The Transformers (toyline)|original ''Transformers'' toyline]] debuted in the early/mid 1980s, stickers were already an industry standard for larger toys. Vehicle-heavy action figure lines, like ''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]]'' and ''[[G.I. Joe (franchise)|G.I. Joe]]'', made extensive use of stickers on flat surfaces to provide more "realistic" detailing while keeping production costs down. And as larger ''Transformers'' toys were already using [[die-cast|other cost-saving measures]] to keep the price reasonable, stickers were used to ramp up the toys' detailing.

For the first several years of the line, shiny foil-based stickers were the norm for smaller details, with paper-based ones covering larger expanses of flat plastic. Most toys had a few stickers that were pre-applied at the factory (notably the big paper decals mentioned prior), supplemented by customer-applied stickers that came on a single sheet. By and large these stickers were used to add tech detailing to the robot modes, with some needing stickers to replicate more complex detailing in their alternate mode, like [[Soundwave (G1)/toys#The Transformers|Soundwave's]] tape-player-mode text and power light. [[Rubsign]]s were introduced shortly after the line's debut: heat-sensitive stickers that changed colors, in this case revealing the robot's true allegiance (and marking the toy as an "official" ''Transformers'' brand toy).

[[File:G1-toy Rewind.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|left|A few toys replaced stickers with paint later in the line.]]
As the line slowly ceased to be the unstoppable sales juggernaut of its early years, several cost-saving measures were taken, experimenting with ways of replacing or altering stickers. Several of the last-year [[Mini-Cassette]]s switched to detailed [[tampograph]]s to replace the foil stickers that made up their cassette side/mode. For most of the rest of the line, stickers stuck around (ha), but changes were made to the ''types'' of stickers used. Rubsigns were dropped altogether by the line's fifth year, and the [[Pretender]]s experimented with clear-plastic stickers that used less paint. This experiment was short-lived though (see "[[#Pros and cons|pros and cons]]" below), and by year six, most new toys had moved to using cheaper, less durable paper-based stickers, which would persist to the end of the line. There were a few standouts, such as the individually-carded [[Action Master]]s having foil-''like'' faction symbol stickers, and the water-play-based [[Aquaspeeder]]s and [[Stormtrooper (G1)|Stormtroopers]] of the late European-market line used classic foil stickers (for hopefully obvious reasons), but exceptions from laminated paper decals were rare.

It's important to note that these changes were ''global'', affecting all three major markets (US, Japan, Europe) at the same time.
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===Generation 2===
[[File:AeroRaid-stickers.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|You didn't buy this, and you certainly didn't apply this.]]
The first year of ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' in both the US and Europe was almost wholly recycled molds, and thus stickers were still the norm. Virtually all of the new-to-the-US-mold toys, such as the [[Color Changer]]s, were originally from the prior year's European toyline, which—despite the use of new faction symbols—was still "Generation 1". Some used foil stickers ([[Aquaspeeder]]s/[[Stormtrooper (G1)#Toys|Stormtrooper]]s, [[Axelerator]]s and [[Skyscorcher]]s), while others kept with thick paper ([[Megatron (G1)/toys#Generation 2|tank Megatron]], the [[Lightformer]]s, [[Trakkon]]s and [[Obliterator]]s), albeit with stronger adhesive than the Japanese paper-decal toys just a few years prior.

By the second year of ''Generation 2'', the apply-your-own separate sticker sheets vanished almost completely. Most toys still used factory-applied paper decals, but paint operations and tampographs became more and more commonplace. Even the recycled [[Aerialbot (G1)#Generation 2|Aerialbot]] and [[Combaticon (G1)#Generation 2|Combaticon]] toys lacked separate sticker sheets (as did the ultimately-unreleased [[Protectobot (G1)#Generation 2|Protectobots]] and [[Stunticon (G1)#Generation 2|Stunticons]]). By 1995, many toys had eschewed sticker detailing altogether.

The only late ''Generation 2'' exception to the "no separate sticker sheet" rule is [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#LaserOptimusPrime|Laser Optimus Prime]], 1995's big-ticket item, which also featured a lot of "random [[robot mode]] tech greeblies" sticker detailing that called back to the early days of the line. Japan also brought back separate sticker sheets, though in a much more low-key manner; their releases of the Autobot [[Cyberjet]]s each came with a separate transparent-plastic sheet full of extra detailing, including battle damage markings. It appears, however, that no instructions were given as to ''where'' on the toy these decals were supposed to go.
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===Beast Era===
[[File:BWtoy-JaguarTM.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''Metals'' Ravage, an exceedingly rare use of customer-applied stickers in the Beast Era.]]
Starting in 1996, the rounded and organic sculpting of [[Beast Wars: Transformers (toyline)|''Beast Wars'' toys]] made even factory-applied stickers impractical... plus the toy industry had largely moved on from sticker use in general. That the first year toys eschewed any form of faction symbol on the actual toys also made stickers largely obsolete.

Stickers returned for the line's second year in a familiar form: the "[[rubsign|energon chip]]", a tiny, often-hidden heat-reactive sticker that would reveal the robot's allegiance, bringing back the classic rubsign [[gimmick]]. These stickers stuck (ha ha) with the line up through the third year, but were replaced by the snazzier-looking [[spark crystal]]s of the [[Transmetal 2|Transmetals 2]].

In Japan, ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1998 (Beast Wars II)|Beast Wars II]]'' made ample use of molds developed for ''Generation 2'' in its early Destron releases, resulting in a fair amount of factory-applied paper stickers on toys like [[Megastorm#Toys|Megastorm]], and [[Starscream (BW)#Toys|Starscream]] & [[BB (BW)#Toys|BB]]. In 1999, ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (toyline)#Super Lifeform Transformers: Beast Wars Metals (1999)|Metals]]'' [[Ravage (G1)/toys#Beast Wars Metals|Jaguar]] not only had a factory-applied sticker inside an opening chest compartment (revealing a [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] faction symbol), but also the first separate sticker sheet in a ''Transformers'' toy since 1995. This foil sticker sheet featured two replacement "viewscreen" images for the chest-sticker ([[Megatron (G1)|Generation 1 Megatron]]'s head, and the classic [[Decepticon]] insignia on a purple grid background) as well as two Predacon symbols and two Decepticon symbols to be placed on his biceps as you wish. Mind, due to the rounded biceps, they don't really stay on well. The [[redeco]] of this toy, [[BotCon 2001]]'s [[Tigatron#BotCon2001|Transmetal Tigatron]], also had a similar decal sheet.

Stickers made a very brief comeback in the short 1997 ''[[Machine Wars: Transformers|Machine Wars]]'' series. The Basic-sized figures had factory-applied paper stickers, while the larger boxed toys retained apply-your-own paper sticker sheets, as those toys were all redecos of older last-year-of-Generation-1 transitional European toys. In many cases their new sticker sheets yielded unimpressive or confusing results due to the sticker colors not having been properly changed to match the new toy color schemes (i.e. putting a featureless white sticker onto a piece of white plastic of the same size and shape).
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===Beyond the beasts===
[[File:RID15-toy SteeljawWarrior.jpg|upright=1|thumb|2015 ''Robots in Disguise'' Steeljaw. The faction sticker was used to unlock him in the line's mobile game.]]
Although ''Transformers'' began to shift back to predominantly "realistic" modern vehicle modes come the turn of the century, stickers remained rare as advancements in painting and tampographing techniques made the stickers increasingly outdated. Not gone, but very few and far between. 2004's ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Robots In Disguise]]'' [[Dreadwind (RID)|Dreadwind]] and [[Smokejumper]] set was quite conspicuous as being the first American Transformers retail release in ''years'' to include a customer-applied decal sheet.

The most common use of stickers over the following decades has been in the repeated revivals of the [[rubsign]] gimmick, in lines like 2006's ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' and the [[Transformers (2010 toyline)#Hasbro Reveal the Shield subline|2010 ''Transformers'' series's ''Reveal the Shield'' subline]]. 2015's [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 toyline)|''Robots in Disguise'' line]] had a similar sticker-based faction symbol gimmick, where each toy in the line had a sticker with a unique circular code surrounding the character's faction symbol, which unlocked them in the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (mobile game)|mobile game]] (now defunct); the Takara ''Adventure'' version of the line had a similar gimmick, only it was used to keep a virtual checklist of toys (also now defunct).

Stickers are often used to give toys a level of fine detailing that even current tampographing would not be able to provide (at least, for a reasonable cost), such as on "video screens" like the ones on 2003's ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|Optimus Prime]]'s flip-up forearm communications screens. Numerous [[Real Gear Robot]]s who transform into mobile phones, camcorders, handheld video game consoles and the like also make use of big chunky stickers for their on-screen visuals, as do the "spy tablet" modes of various former-cassette characters in the ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'' toyline. [[Rescue Roy]] and the other ''[[1-2-3 Transformers]]'' toys use stickers for their detailed department badges and such, a slightly odd choice for a line of [[Tonka]] "tough play" style toys for the younger set.

On occasion, stickers are used to cover areas of [[unpaintable plastic]] that would end up unsightly in one mode or the other, such as on the [[OTFCC 2003|2003 Official Transformers Collectors' Convention]] exclusives [[Sideswipe (G1)/toys#Universe (2003)|Sidewsipe]] and [[Sunstreaker (G1)/toys#Universe (2003)|Sunstreaker]], whose white plastics left a big patch of white on the roof of their red and yellow car modes.

[[File:Prime-toy RatchetTakTom.jpg|left|upright=1|thumb|TakaraTomy ''Prime'' Ratchet. Almost every bit of red on the robot mode is a customer-applied sticker.]]
In more collector-oriented lines, sticker sheets were sometimes included with some toys to bring back that old nostalgic "finalize/customize your toy" feel. The Takara ''[[Transformers: Alternators|Binaltech]]'' line (their name for ''Alternators'') and its spin-offs had several toys with additional sticker sheets: most notable is the ''[[Transformers: Kiss Players (toyline)|Kiss Players]]'' [[army-building|army-builder]] bot [[Autorooper#Toys|Autorooper]], which came with a sticker sheet full of squad markings, enabling you to have your Autorooper be any of the ''forty-eight'' individual units from the story, not simply the one assigned to [[Atari Hitotonari#Toys|Atari Hitotonari]], its pack-in partner. (It is unknown if anyone actually ''did'' assemble a full complement of Autoroopers. And if they did, what the hell they did with the other forty-seven Ataris. Though forty-eight [[Kremzeek#Kiss Players 2|Kremzeek]]s sound pretty awesome.) Takara's version of the [[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#|''Prime'' toyline]] actually ''removed'' much of the painted detailing of the Hasbro versions and replaced them with customer-applied sticker sheets, as part of the line's [[Arms Micron]] gimmick, where each toy also came with an unassembled (and unpainted) [[Mini-Con]] still on a sprue—making the whole purchase more akin to buying and finishing a model kit. The [[Yokohama Convoy]] giveaway toy has odd plastic colours because a separately-distributed sticker sheet is meant to complete a Nemesis Prime-inspired deco, with transparent windows. [[BotCon]] returned to the customer-applied-sticker well often, mainly with the customization class exclusives, but they offered sheets for numerous other toys in their last year of operation.

[[File:HasbroAsiaTitansReturnstickersheet.jpg|right|upright=1|thumb|You can ''always'' spend more money on this hobby.]]
Strangely, the TakaraTomy release of [[Vortex (FOC)#Retail|''Fall of Cybertron'' Vortex]] came with a pre-applied Decepticon sticker. In the ''[[Thrilling 30]]'' subline of ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'', customer-applied sticker sheets were included with [[Whirl (G1)#Generations|Whirl]] and [[Roadbuster (G1)#Generations|Roadbuster]], and more notably with the Titan Class [[Metroplex (G1)#Generations|Metroplex]] toy, which used over ''one hundred'' customer-applied stickers for detail to accentuate his bigness—presumably because doing all those fine details in paint would have skyrocketed the budget of this already-expensive figure. Later Titan Class toys [[Fortress Maximus (G1)#Titans Return|Fortress Maximus]] and [[Trypticon (G1)#Titans Return|Trypticon]] had similar sheets packed in as well. Exclusively in Asian markets, similar sheets were individually sold to add new details to ''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' [[Devastator (G1)/toys#Combiner Wars|Devastator]], [[Superion (G1)#Combiner Wars|Superion]], [[Menasor (G1)#Combiner Wars|Menasor]], [[Defensor (G1)#Combiner Wars|Defensor]], and [[Optimus Maximus (G1)#Toys|Optimus Maximus]], as well as the first two waves of Deluxes and Voyagers from ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]''. The ''Titans Return'' and [[Power of the Primes (toyline)|''Power of the Primes'']] toylines also featured factory-applied foil stickers on numerous larger Voyager and Leader Class figures... which actually did not go over well with fans (see "[[#Pros and cons|pros and cons]]" below), leading to stickers being mostly abandoned once more. Optional sticker sheets were included with the exclusive ''[[Generations Selects (toyline)|Generations Selects]]'' [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Selects|Galvatron]] and [[Cyclonus (G1)/toys#SelectsTargetmaster|Cyclonus]], and the Hasbro Asia-exlusive gift sets of ''[[Transformers: Age of the Primes|Age of the Primes]]'' [[Superion (G1)#Age of the Primes|Superion]] and ''[[Studio Series]]'' [[Devastator (G1)/toys#Studio Series|Devastator]], to add Generation 1 toy detailing.

Hasbro's reissues of the ''Prime'' Arms Micron toys for the accompanying cartoons tenth anniversary came with sticker sheets similar to the original.
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===Modern Generation 1 reissues and redecos===
[[File:G1toy-SunstormeHobby.jpg|upright=1|thumb|''Collectors Edition'' Sunstorm replaced the mold's factory-applied wing stickers with paint, starting a big trend in reissues.]]
Reissues and redecoes of Generation 1 molds naturally retained their separate decal sheets, but as time went on, more and more began replacing factory-applied stickers with more durable tampographs. The most notable examples are in the reissues and redecoes of the [[Sideswipe (G1)/toys#Toys|original Sideswipe mold]]: the rally-deco headlamps on every use of the mold since the New Year Special release in 2002 have been tampographs.

The Takara ''[[The Transformers: Micromaster|Micromaster]]'' series (also begun in 2002) used nothing but paint operations for the five Micromaster six-teams, often leaving areas once covered by more complex-detail stickers blank and adding entirely new detailing to other areas. However, the final releases in the series, the DX Micromaster versions of [[Multiforce#Toys|Multiforce]], used factory-applied paper decals for their robot mode torso detailing.
{{--}}

==Pros and cons==
[[File:DeathsaurusBadCutStickers.jpeg|thumb|right|upright=1|Deathsaurus's Decepticon badge is trying to escape its confines!]]
A distinct advantage of stickers over paint in general is the ability to do much more intricately-detailed, multicolor detailing for a cheaper price. Many fans also enjoy the simple act of applying stickers, adding an almost personal touch to the toy upon ownership.

But, well... there are some disadvantages to them too. Okay, a lot of disadvantages.

Stickers are a common area for early wear-and-tear, as the designs can be abraded away, leaving ugly residue underneath. Some toys have stickers meant to be applied to areas all but guaranteed to destroy them by simply transforming the toy—one of the most notorious examples being the thigh stickers on the original [[The Transformers (toyline)|Generation 1]] [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Generation 1|Hot Rod]]. Paper stickers can lose their clear-plastic top-layer, making the paper underneath ''much'' more vulnerable to damage and moisture.

While clear-plastic decals—such as those of the [[Pretender]] era—are probably the most resilient to physical damage, the printed details tend to be semi-transparent, getting lost against darker plastics underneath. Plus, any dirt that happens to get under the sticker becomes much more visible! Clear stickers have also been known to [[photodegradation|discolor]] over time. Foil stickers have also been known to simply fade, losing their color details without the sticker below being scraped.

[[File:G1-toy Detritus.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1|[[e-HOBBY]] [[Detritus (G1)|Detritus]]: rare, expensive, and with thick paper stickers that have to fold 90 degrees. Gee.]]
Sometimes, stickers just aren't sticky enough—which is especially problematic with stickers meant to bend around curves or be folded over corners. Several ''[[Diaclone]]'' molds required such gymnastics, as with the eye sticker on the original [[Seeker (body-type)|Seeker]] jet mold folding over the bridge of the nose, or with [[Skids (G1)#Toys|Skids]]' shoulder stickers being placed directly on rounded screw-heads. The paper decals used on some toys in the ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)#1989 (Victory)|Victory]]'' line and beyond in Japan had notoriously weak adhesive.

[[File:SpringerG1Toy.JPG|thumb|right|upright=1|I demand to be called "Blinger" now.]]
When buying toys secondhand, it's a lottery as to whether the previous owners—kids or adults—placed the stickers correctly. With G1 toys, sticker sheets often underwent changes during the toys' development that resulted in instructions suggesting placement of stickers in areas they weren't designed for, often in contrast to toy samples or package art. [[Drag Strip (G1)#Toys|Drag Strip]] has several stickers' worth of art left totally uncut and unusable on the sticker sheet, apparently having been dropped from the toy. Meanwhile [[Snarl (G1)#Toys|Snarl]] has an Autobot symbol that is supposed to be placed in the middle of his dinosaur head... which splits in half in order to transform, necessitating owners either place the sticker asymmetrically on the toy, or cut it in half and apply each half themselves. If stickers are applied at the factory, it's totally out of your hands—you might open a brand new toy to find the stickers wrinkled or misaligned. Even if the placement is correct, the die-cutting might not line up with the detail printed on the sticker sheet, resulting in stickers that appear mis-placed.

Sometimes, fans just prefer to leave off the stickers for [[Show-accuracy|aesthetic reasons]]; the simplified [[character model]]s of the Sunbow cartoon would usually omit the technological details, which were often incongruous with the simple, blocky designs of those early toys anyway.

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==Aftermarket replacements==
Aftermarket manufacturers supply reproduction sticker sets. These can be used to replace missing or damaged vintage specimens; or to [[customizing|add all-new detail]] (perhaps more fiction-accurate or to better resemble real-world alternate modes); or to repurpose a toy as a completely different character.

==Notes==
===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''seal''' (シール ''shīru'')

[[Category:Toys]]

Galvatron (Cyberworld)

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{{Disambigm|Galvatron (disambiguation)|Junkyard (disambiguation)|Ron (disambiguation)}}
:''Galvatron is a [[Decepticon]] from [[Transformers: Cyberworld (franchise)|Cyberworld]].''
[[File:Cyberworld Galvatron character reveal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|Probably running CheatEngine in the background.]]

Ol' '''Ron''' has been living on [[Cyberworld (location)|Cyberworld]] for so long that he don't really remember his old life. Heck, he don't even remember his ''name''. He has no interest in the conflicts and challenges raging over his world; he's content to live the simple life of a run-down scrap collector.

...Or at least, that's what he tells those who run into him. Truth is, this old bot knows ''exactly'' who he is; he's just been biding his time, waiting until he can lure in a victim with enough [[Energon]] for him to restore his full glory as '''Galvatron'''. And once he gets it, nothing's going to stop him from conquering this digital realm...

==Fiction==
===''Cyberworld'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[James Alexander]] (English)|[[Sebastian Llapur]] (Latin-American Spanish)}}

[[File:CyberworldEp11-Junkyard Ron.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1|Junkyard Ron: A Mad Max Story]]
Hiding out in the desert had forced Galvatron into the role of a scatterbrained, rusted old scrap collector, hiding out under the name of Ron. Galvatron found [[Optimus Prime (Cyberworld)|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (Cyberworld)|Bumblebee]] and [[Elita-1 (Cyberworld)|Elita-1]] as they tried to scope out [[Scorponok (Cyberworld)|Scorponok]], and held them at blaster-point. {{storylink|Game-a-Tron}} He questioned them about their goals, before a dust storm swept in, and he took them to the safety of his hut. He told them he remembered little of the past or of Cyberworld itself, but was impressed as Bumblebee bragged about how much energon the group had collected. As the storm cleared, he went outside to find his collection had been blown to the four corners, which Optimus Prime offered to gather back up as gratitude.

While the three were separated, he attacked Bumblebee and Elita-1, draining them of their energon. Running into Optimus Prime, who had seen blaster shots in the distance, he feigned injury, and Optimus carried him back, only to find an injured Bee lying on the floor. Elita-1 burst in to try to warn him, but it was too late - Ron jumped him and drained all his energon. This boosted him back to full health, fixing up his rust and corrosion, and he declared to all that Galvatron was back, and ready to wreak havoc on Cyberworld. Optimus tried to attack him with his power-up, but it proved useless, with Galvatron draining and breaking the item. He transformed to dragon mode, torched his former shack, and took off. {{storylink|Oh Scrap!}}

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==Toys==
===''Cyberworld''===
[[File:TF-Cyberworld-Galvatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|This is Texas! And my opinion is the only one that counts.]]
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Galvatron''' (Armored Cyber Changer, [[2025]])}}</ul>
:*''Environment'': Desert
:*''Accessories'': Flame blaster cannon, 2 [[Fire Blast effect|blast effects]], tail-blade

: Released in the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Cyberworld (toyline)|Cyberworld]]'' Armored Cyber Changers, Galvatron converts to a 'Junkion dragon' in four steps. He comes with a large gear-activated flame blaster that spreads the blaster points apart. The flame effects are attached via [[5 mm post]]s and can be removed from the cannon. The tip of the smaller gun barrel, revealed when the flames are retracted, is compatible with [[Fire Blast effect]]s. Additionally, his tail comes off for use as a handheld weapon. The instructions highlight the 5 mm post on the tail being plugged into the port on the back of his waist, however, this is not the intended design and the tail cannot be fully secured this way. Instead, there is a square tab on the rear of the tail that fits into an appropriate slot just above the 5 mm port. Unfortunately, this tab is slightly too wide to be used as a handle, preventing him from holding the tail vertically like a sword.

: Like other Cyber Changers, he stands around four inches tall and has limited articulation, with ball joints at the shoulders and hips, plus hinged knees. His dragon mode features a movable lower jaw.

: He shares his basic conversion scheme with [[Megatron (Cyberworld)#Cyberworld|Megatron]] and [[Snarl (Cyberworld)#Cyberworld|Snarl]].

==Notes==
*To preserve the twist of his identity, Galvatron's name is given in the credits of ''Cyberworld'' episodes 11 and 12 as '''Junkyard Ron'''.
*Galvatron is labeled as a "[[Junkion (species)|Junkion]] dragon" in the toy's product description<ref>''Cyberworld'' Galvatron [https://shop.hasbro.com/en-us/product/transformers-cyberworld-armored-cyber-changers-galvatron-action-figure/G1052 official product description]: "This 4-inch (10 cm) Galvatron toy changes from robot to Junkion dragon mode..."</ref>; indeed, he has various [[Junkion (species)|Junkion]] traits, such as [[Scrapheap (G1)|Scrapheap's]] smokestacked shoulders, [[Junkyard (G1)|Junkyard]]'s rib-piping, ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' [[Junkyard (G1)#Toys|Junkheap]] and [[Crashbar]]'s handle bar mustache, spiked kneepads that belong to multiple Junkion designs, and his status as a junk collector.

===Foreign names===
====Galvatron====
*''Cantonese:'' '''Gaak3 Wai1 Lung4''' (格威龍, Traditional; "Obstructive Dominating Dragon")
*''Mandarin:'' '''Géwēilóng''' (格威龙, Simplified)

==References==
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kymP9_vG3AE Character reveal]

[[Category:Cyberworld Decepticons]]
[[Category:Hall of Fame characters]]
[[Category:Junkions]]

Junkion (species)

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[[File:Junkion symbol.png|thumb|upright=1.4|R-E-C-Y-C-L-E recycle!]]

'''Junkions''' are a race of transforming mechanoids that inhabit the planetoid also known as [[Junkion (planet)|Junkion]]. Depending on the universe, their historical origin may be unclear, but in some they are indeed descended from [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertronians]].<ref>''[[Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|More than Meets the Eye]]''</ref>

They have a unique physiology, seemingly made of little more than the same rusted scraps of trash metal that compose their homeworld. They are capable of not only withstanding damage that would normally incapacitate or kill the average Transformer, but quickly repairing that damage using any pieces of scrap metal they can get their hands on. A Junkion may even be reduced to a pile of parts, only to come back at their enemy less than a minute later. Junkions in battle are utterly fearless, using tag-team and ambush tactics to keep mobile while swarming their opponents ''en masse''.

They are also expert mechanics, even able to repair with remarkable ease Transformers normal medical science would write off as [[Death|dead]]. ''How'' the Junkions have developed in this manner has yet to be explained.

Junkion culture is centered on one thing: [[Earth]] broadcasting. Their speech is a hodgepodge of television and radio clippings, making them oftentimes hard to understand. Junkions as a whole are somewhat childlike and naive. They are curious, but also tend to be wary of, if not outright hostile towards, newcomers to their planet (far too many have come with the goal of harming their world), but once a Junkion's friendship is gained, they go "coo-coo for Cocoa Puffs" and treat their allies as Friends For Life. As such, they are instinctively protective of [[human]]s, the source of [[television]].

After having come in contact with the [[Autobot]]s, the Junkions have become known as some of the best scrap metal merchants and traders around. Even [[Octane|some]] [[Gutcruncher (G1)|Decepticons]] make use of their services. The Junkions are all too happy to exchange [[energon]] for more scrap metal... even if they don't think to ask just ''where'' the scrap metal came from.

{{bigquote|Junkions don't need help, Junkions ''are'' help! Spare parts? We'll fix 'em!|[[Wreck-Gar (Prime)|Wreck-Gar]]|''[[Transformers: Exiles|Exiles]]''}}

==Fiction==
===Generation 1 cartoon continuity===
====''The Transformers'' cartoon====
[[File:TFTM Junkions.JPG|upright=2|thumb|Punker Bots!]]

{{voiceactor|[[Frank Welker]], [[Michael Bell]], various other actors speaking as a crowd (English), [[Keiichi Nanba]] (Japanese)|[[Newton Apollo]] (Portuguese, "The Movie" VHS dub)}}

When a group of [[Autobot]]s crashlanded on their planet, the Junkions saw them as nothing but intruding thieves. Without warning, [[Wreck-Gar (G1)|Wreck-Gar]] and his Junkions led an assault on them, but they soon halted when another group of Autobots arrived and proved their friendliness with the [[universal greeting]]. Pacified, the Junkions revived the late [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ultra Magnus]] and promptly organized a dance party for everyone.

When [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Hot Rod]] voiced his desire to destroy [[Unicron/Generation 1|Unicron]], the Junkions did not hesitate to join him, and a large number of them boarded the [[Minnow]] with which to attack the dark god. The Minnow was crushed in Unicron's hand in the following battle, but luckily the passengers survived (at the very least, Wreck-Gar and [[Perceptor (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Perceptor]] did). {{storylink|The Transformers: The Movie}}
{{note|The Junkions’ involvement in these events, or events mostly similar, were also chronicled in the comic mini-series "[[Transformers: The Animated Movie]]" and the storybook "[[Transformers the Movie (Ladybird adaptation)|Transformers the Movie]]."}}

[[File:FFoD4 Junkion Rescuers.jpg|thumb|left|200px|A species that does nothing but spout pop-culture references. That proves it: this cartoon predicted the shape of internet culture.]]

Two Junkions came with Wreck-Gar when he travelled to planet [[Goo Number 8739-B]] to save his Autobot friends. {{storylink|Five Faces of Darkness, Part 4}} The exiled Decepticon [[Octane]] later worked with Junkions to freight scrapmetal between their planet to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. {{storylink|Starscream's Ghost}} The defensive Junkions later chased off a number of [[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticons]] that had landed on their planet in search of a [[Quintesson]] [[Quintesson Journal|journal]]. In response, the Quintessons hijacked the Junkions' precious television signals, planting subliminal messages that caused the Junkions to consider all other races to be their enemies. Even worse, the Junkions got the bright idea to ''share'' these transmissions, beaming them out in the galaxy and causing sentient races everywhere to fight each other. The brainwashed Junkions were eventually fixed when [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Blaster]] countered the transmissions with some of his own. {{storylink|The Big Broadcast of 2006 (episode)|The Big Broadcast of 2006}}

====Japanese Generation 1 cartoon continuity====
=====''Generations Selects Special Comic''=====
Among other robotic races, the Junkions were created by [[Primacron]]. He used the lifeforce of the [[Precursor World|previous universe]] via the [[Primus#Japanese Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Oracle]] to grant them life. {{storylink|Generations Selects Special Comic Finale|Finale}}

=====''Victory'' cartoon=====
A few Junkions were residing in [[Iron Town]], where they were menaced by the [[Decepticon desperadoes]]. Fortunately, [[Star Saber (G1)|Star Saber]] saved the town. {{storylink|The Brave Hero of the Universe - Star Saber}}

====Ask Vector Prime====
When [[Gong (GoBots)|Gong]] and [[Sideways (AVP)|Sideways]] destabilized the universe on the eve of the [[Unicron War]], the Junkions and their role in the conflict were overwritten and replaced by the [[Rock Lord]]s. [[Vector Prime]] ultimately corrected the multiversal damage and set history back on its correct course, and the Junkions helped defeat Unicron. {{storylink|Echoes and Fragments}}

===Marvel ''The Transformers'' comics===
====The Big Broadcast of 2006====
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In a strange alternate future, the defensive Junkions chased off a number of [[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticons]] that had landed on their planet in search of a [[Quintesson]] [[Quintesson Journal|journal]]. In response, the Quintessons hijacked the Junkions' precious television signals, planting subliminal messages that caused the Junkions to consider all other races to be their enemies and meticulously organize the junk on their planet in hopes the lost journal would be discovered. The Junkions got the bright idea to ''share'' these transmissions, beaming them out in the galaxy and causing sentient races everywhere to fight each other. The brainwashed Junkions were eventually fixed when [[Blaster (G1)|Blaster]] countered the transmissions with soothing easy-listening music. Once the hypnosis was broken, the Junkions sided with the Autobots in driving off the attacking Decepticons. {{storylink|The Big Broadcast of 2006 (issue)|The Big Broadcast of 2006 (US)}}

====Marvel UK future timelines====
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''Following the destruction of Unicron, his still living head floated into range of the planet Junk, and using his vast mental powers he took control of the entire Junkion population. Planning to use Junk as his new body, Unicron ordered the Junkions to attach his head to the planet. His plot failed when Wreck-Gar, who had been off in space at the time Unicron took control, planted explosives beneath his head and blew him up.'' {{storylink|The Legacy of Unicron!}}

===''Transformers Legends'' anthology===
The Junkions did not take kindly to the [[Recyclon]]s intending to recycle their planet into energon. After [[Salvage (G1)|Salvage]] damaged Wreck-Gar, the Junkions swarmed the intruders and forced them to retreat into space. Down but not out, the Recyclons decided to fire the [[Prime Processing Unit]] to recycle the entire planet from orbit, but the Junkions fired a tractor beam in return, sending [[Reclamation|their ship]] crashing violently into Junk. Salvage was the sole survivor of the crash, his last sight alive being a group of Junkions moving in on him. {{storylink|Collect and Save}}

===Dreamwave ''Generation One'' continuity===
[[File:MTMTE 8 anonymous Junkion.jpg|thumb|left|"We are the Transformers who say "NI!"]]
{{quote|You're not an Autobot or Decepticon, yet I smell the stench of ''both'' breeds emanating from you.|[[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]|"[[Runnin' with the Devil]]"}}
The planet Junkion began as a [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertronian]] garbage disposal area in space where junk was dumped by means of [[space bridge]] technology. From whatever reason more Cybertronians, [[Autobot]]s and [[Decepticon]]s alike, were dumped through the space bridge, {{storylink|Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|''More Than Meets The Eye'' space bridge entry}} with the Junkions eventually emerging as a new breed of Transformer. {{storylink|Runnin' with the Devil}} Though not hostile by nature, the fact their home planet was paradise to numerous treasure hunters and thrill seekers that couldn't care less how the Junkions would suffer from their presence, the Junkions had adopted a mildly xenophobic disposition. {{storylink|Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|''More Than Meets The Eye'' Junk entry}}

[[Dreamwave timeline|Sometime in 2003]], Junkion leader [[Wreck-Gar (G1)|Wreck-Gar]] was flying the [[Minnow|Junkions' main ship]] alone through space when he stumbled upon the remains of [[Decepticon leader]] [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]. {{storylink|Revelation (War and Peace)|Revelation}} He brought him on board and repaired him, though Megatron was not the least bit grateful. First, he harshly demanded to know what Wreck-Gar was and when that was answered, Megatron proceeded to manipulate Wreck-Gar into getting him a start back to power. The two returned to Junkion, where Wreck-Gar collected discarded [[Air Warrior]] bodies and repaired them, believing Megatron needed an army to vanquish evil from the [[Universe (universe)|universe]]. When he was done, Megatron killed (?) him, because Wreck-Gar was too unpredictable an ally. {{storylink|Runnin' with the Devil}}

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===2005 IDW continuity===
[[File:ALonelyPillarOnThePlain-WreckGarsHead.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]

According to the historian [[Pentius]], the Junkions were the remains of a rich and prosperous race who had arrogantly believed their resources would last them forever. When their veritable paradise of a planet finally ran out of [[energon]], these early Junkions were forced to sell off their wealth to other races in a desperate attempt at survival, but it was a futile struggle. As their civilization slowly fell into ruins and their planet was reduced to a hellish junkyard, the survivors deteriorated into a race of scavengers and cannibals living among the garbage. {{storylink|Fallout (issue)|Fallout}}

The Junkions became a kind of bogeyman to Cybertronians, who believed them to be monstrous scrap-eating zombies from the mythical death-world of Junkion. When [[Megatron (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Megatron]] was banished to Junkion by [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]], however, he found that the threat was very real. {{storylink|Derelicts}} He viciously destroyed the group of cannibalistic Junkions who attacked him, suffering some damage in the process. {{storylink|Wreckage (issue)|Wreckage}} Tales of Megatron's power spread throughout the Junkion clans, and when the Decepticon leader later returned and demanded their loyalty, they were quick to bow before him. Joining forces with the Decepticons, the Junkions provided them with a ship with which to return to Cybertron. {{storylink|Primacy issue 2|Primacy #2}} On arrival in [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]], the Junkions participated in the Decepticon assault on the city, swarming over and outnumbering the Autobot defenders. {{storylink|Primacy issue 3|Primacy #3}}

Soon after, Shockwave led a Decepticon force to the Junkions in the hope of recruiting them and Prowl led the Autobots to stop it. The [[Battle of Junkion]] ended with one of them ''detonating'' the planet's core so it would knock out the others. In the aftermath, the Junkions were left nomadic, a bit weird, and developing strange new ways of keeping themselves pieced together. {{storylink|New Cybertron Part 2: A Lonely Pillar on the Plain|A Lonely Pillar on the Plain}}

Some four million years later, [[Galvatron (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Galvatron]] recruited several Junkions into the army he was raising to oppose [[D-Void]]. {{storylink|Heart of Darkness issue 3|Heart of Darkness #3}} Some other Junkions were among the [[NAIL|neutral Transformers]] who returned to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] after the war was over. {{storylink|A Better Tomorrow}} One of them watched a live interview with [[Starscream (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Starscream]] and [[Omega Supreme (G1)|Omega Supreme]]. {{storylink|The End of the Beginning of the World}}

In 2017, a crew of Junkions under Wreck-Gar and [[Rum-Maj]] arrived on [[Earth]] to trade technology for [[Ore-13|Ultra-Energon]]. They were bemused to find Optimus Prime on Earth claiming he spoke for it and such trade couldn't be allowed ''and'' [[G.I. Joe (team)|the natives]] hostile to them and Prime both. A formal meeting was held at [[Metrotitan (G1)|Autobot City]] and the Junkions offered a [[positron core]] as something to trade, allowing the Autobots to repair innumerous wounded people. {{storylink|New Cybertron Part 2: A Lonely Pillar on the Plain|A Lonely Pillar on the Plain}}

Suspicious of the Junkions, the Autobots had [[Cosmos (G1)|Cosmos]] infiltrate [[Quintesson Cruiser|their ship]], {{storylink|New Cybertron Part 3: Behind My Bleeding Back|Behind My Bleeding Back}} only for him to be subdued by the [[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticons]]. In retaliation for this, Rum-Maj launched the Junkion invasion of Earth. {{storylink|New Cybertron Part 4: Dance Among the Shadows|Dance Among the Shadows}} After the positron core had been destroyed however, [[Optimus Prime (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Optimus Prime]] managed to bargain for peace with the Junkions and established the city of [[Little Cybertron]] for them to live in peace. {{storylink|New Cybertron End: Feel Safe Without Regrets|Feel Safe Without Regrets}}

Some Junkions later got jobs at an Ore-13 mine in Kentucky where one of the workers expressed surprise at how much the humans were being paid while Rum-Maj dismayed that they were now at the mercy of the Autobots and humans. {{storylink|The Falling, Chapter 1: Surfeit of Primes|Surfeit of Primes}}

When [[Unicron/Generation 1|Unicron]] began its apocalyptic attack on the [[Cybertronian colonies]], Rum-Maj found recent events to be creating very disturbing historical parallels and rallied the Sharkticons to make another attempt at conquering Earth. When the army arrived at [[Mount Rushmore]] however, [[Jazz (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Jazz]] managed to have everyone stand down before Unicron then appeared over Earth. {{storylink|Time Will Rust}} In the battle against the Chaos Bringer, the Junkions defended the [[White House]], unleashing the Sharkticons on the [[Maximal]]s who'd survived [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]]'s [[Worldsweeper]] crashing into the building. {{storylink|Ceremony}}

In the new era, the Junkions returned to Little Cybertron, Wreck-Gar and Rum-Maj watching the Sharkticons dig graves for all those that had fallen. {{storylink|Post}}

===''Animated'' cartoon===
[[Blackarachnia (Animated)|Blackarachnia]] opined that [[Meltdown (Animated)|Meltdown]] was "buggier than a Junkion's code-base". {{storylink|Transformers Animated: The AllSpark Almanac|The AllSpark Almanac}}

===Aligned novels===
Early on in the [[space bridge]] colonization project, Cybertronian colonists used the world of Junkion as a collective dumping ground for the vast amounts of refuse that inevitably resulted from the push outwards. This same planetoid was later used as a hideout for Cybertronian criminals, pirates, and outlaws. Many of them created new identities for themselves and began new lives working on the planet. The space bridge project eventually failed, leaving Junkion isolated from the rest of the universe. With no new resources available, the inhabitants turned to scavenging to survive. As they created new bots from the junk around them, the few former Cybertronians gradually forgot about their origins and took on the name "Junkions". At the time of [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]]'s search for the [[AllSpark]], their leader was the eccentric [[Wreck-Gar (Prime)|Wreck-Gar]].

The Junkions were initially skeptical of Optimus Prime's quest, but eventually aided him and his [[Autobot]]s by directing them to the nearest working space bridge. However, the [[Decepticon]]s, who had been following the ''[[Ark (WFC)|Ark]]'', landed on the planet and launched an attack on both the Autobots and Junkions. During the course of the battle, the [[Requiem Blaster (Thirteen)|Requiem Blaster]], the center of Junkion, was removed, causing the planet to break apart. The fracas was further compounded by the arrival of the [[Star Seeker]]s, who took the Junkions hostage and, despite Wreck-Gar's protests, forced them to weld a space bridge to the hull of the ''[[Tidal Wave (Prime)|Tidal Wave]]''. The Star Seekers and Junkions disappeared to places unknown. {{storylink|Transformers: Exiles|Exiles}}

The [[Trypticon (WFC)|''Nemesis'']] eventually crossed paths with the Star Seekers who'd forced Wreck-Gar to emit a phoney Autobot distress call. Though the Star Seekers tried to destroy the ''Nemesis'', it proved a superior warship to the ''Tidal Wave'', despite the pirates' possession of the Requiem Blaster. As the wounded pirate ship ejected the Blaster and retreated, Wreck-Gar used the chaos to steal an escape pod and space bridge away. {{storylink|Transformers: Retribution|Retribution}}

===''Shattered Glass''===
[[File:ScrapIronSG-filecardart.jpg|thumb|left|"You belong to us. You shall be like us."]]
The Junkions were the minions of [[Wreck-Gar (SG)|Wreck-Gar]], an experimental junk robot with the ability to remake other Transformers in his image using snake-like creatures. They spoke in the manner of computer error messages. After the spread of the Junkion "Hive" proved a threat to both factions, they were locked away on the prison planet [[Paradron]].

Eventually, they were freed by the Autobot renegade [[Ultra Magnus (SG)|Ultra Magnus]], who recruited them as footsoldiers for his incursion into the dimension [[Primax 207.0 Epsilon]]. There, they fought both Decepticons native from their own Universe, and local Autobots. {{storylink|Distant Fissures}} Numerous Autobots from that universe were assimilated into the Hive, and as Magnus's plan came to fruition, transporting the alternate Earth back to their own, negative-polarity universe and destroying 207.0 Epsilon in its wake, the Junkions retreated from battle. {{Storylink|Invasion (issue)|Invasion}}

===''Cyberworld'' marketing material===
The Decepticon [[Galvatron (Cyberworld)|Galvatron]] transforms into a "Junkion dragon."<ref>''Cyberworld'' Galvatron [https://shop.hasbro.com/en-us/product/transformers-cyberworld-armored-cyber-changers-galvatron-action-figure/G1052 official product description]: "This 4-inch (10 cm) Galvatron toy changes from robot to Junkion dragon mode..."</ref>
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==Games==
===''Transformers Legends''===
When [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] became stranded on the planet Junk, he was forced to fight off Wreck-Gar and the hordes of cannibalistic Junkions until he could be rescued by [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]]. {{storylink|Wreckage (Legends)|Wreckage}}

===''Transformers: Earth Wars''===
[[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] realized something was wrong. He told [[Terrormander]] that he was starting to entertain the notion of misdirection from the Autobots and [[Maximal]]s. He saw a stray thought from [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] that involved junk. He and [[Halfshell]] realized that the their enemies must have been working with the Junkions. Soundwave then mentioned that they thankfully had their own connection on the planet of Junk. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars|Networking}}{{Charstubgames|{{Storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars}}}}
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===''Transformers Roleplaying Game''===
Originally technicians and foundry workers during the Age of the Primes, the inhabitants of the Cybertronian colony that would become Junk over time turned into the Junkions, known for their unusual method of communication and their reputation as the best scrap collectors around. Led by Wreck-Gar but otherwise generally neutral in the war between Autobots and Decepticons, the Junkions would welcome anyone willing to trade to their planet, with the understanding that any violence would be responded to in kind. {{storylink|Decepticon Directive}}

==Toys==
===''The Transformers''===
[[File:G1-toy WreckGar.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"Not sold in stores...anymore."]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Wreck-Gar''' (Hero, 1986)}}</ul>
:*''Takara ID number'': '''C-81'''
:*''Accessories'': "Decelerator laser" gun, "Armor Axe", tire/shield

: The only Junkion toy originally produced was the group's leader, [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#Toys|Wreck-Gar]], sold as part of the two-bot "Heroes" assortment in the third year of the Hasbro line. This toy is noteworthy for being one of the earliest uses of ball-and-socket joints in the entire franchise. Unfortunately, he completely lacks his cartoon model's sweet facial "hair". Also unfortunately, a robot-mode Wreck-Gar toy cannot properly ride a motorcycle-mode Wreck-Gar, unlike the action depicted in the movie. Sigh.
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===''Collector's Edition''===
[[File:G1-toy Detritus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Detritus''' (Junkion, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''77'''
:*''Accessories'': Rifle, 12.7mm machinegun, missile launcher, 3 missiles, spare tire, spare tank

: [[Detritus (G1)#Toys|Detritus]] is an [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive redeco of [[Hound (G1)/toys#The Transformers|the original Hound toy]], transforming into a Mitsubishi J59 off-road vehicle. He came with an entirely new [[sticker|decal]] sheet to make him fit the Junkion aesthetic better, which also includes both Autobot and Decepticon faction sigils to match his neutral nature from his e-HOBBY bio.
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===''Transformers'' (2010)===
[[File:TF2010-toy WreckGar.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|This is the breakfast your Wreck-Gar could look like, can you see me now?]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Wreck-Gar''' (Deluxe, 2011)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': "4-bladed battle axe"/tailpipe

:Part of the sixth and final wave of Hasbro's [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|2010 ''Transformers'' toyline]] under the "[[Transformers (2010 toyline)#Hasbro Reveal the Shield subline|Reveal the Shield]]" branding, this version of [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#Transformers (2010)|Wreck-Gar]] transforms into a junker off-road motorcycle. Double pegs under his pelvis correspond to double pegholes in his [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]] seat, meaning if you get more than one, he can totally ride himself, or anyone else made from this mold. Finally!

:Unfortunately, despite looking awesome, Wreck-Gar has a distressingly fiddly transformation and a slew of [[design flaw]]s. While the full details can be found on his page, even Hasbro has implemented some of the fixes found by fans for future uses of his mold.
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===''United''===
[[File:Unitedtoy-Scrapheap.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|"I'm cuckoo for Cocoa Junk!"]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Wreck-Gar''' (Deluxe, 2011)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': UN-18
:*''Accessories'': "Battle axe"/tailpipe

: Part of the third wave of TakaraTomy's ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' line, [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#United|Wreck-Gar]] is a redeco of the Hasbro "Reveal the Shield" Wreck-Gar toy, this time extensively painted with a more original-cartoon-inspired deco. Like most toys in the line, some of his parts are painted with a metallic sheen; in Wreck-Gar's case, it's his red chest and legs.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot SET''' (3-pack, 2011)}}</ul>
:*'''Scrapheap'''

: This e-Hobby exclusive three-pack includes [[Scrapheap (G1)#Toys|Scrapheap]], a retool of the "Reveal the Shield"/''United'' Wreck-Gar with a new head inspired by the background Junkions from the movie.<ref>[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-generations-classics-30-35/more-information-on-the-ehobby-transformers-2010-campaign-exclusives-170961/ More Information on the eHobby Transformers 2010 Campaign Exclusives]</ref>

: This pack also comes with a [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#United|clear-blue Hot Rod]] and a [[Kup (G1)/toys#UnitedDamage|battle-damaged Kup]].

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[[File:UEX-toy Roadmaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Roadmaster Prime Mode''' ([[2012]]-[[October 27|10-27]])}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''EX 03'''
:*''Accessories'': Junker Drone, Trasher Drone, Waster Drone, Scrapper Drone

: Part of the second wave of ''United EX'' toys, "[[Detritus (G1)#United EX|Roadmaster]]" (the new code name for Detritus) is a [[redeco]] of the ''[[Power Core Combiners]]'' [[Mudslinger (PCC)#Toys|Mudslinger]] toy, transforming into a monster truck of indeterminate model. He also has a "Prime Mode" where he becomes the torso of a super robot, capable of using any auto-transforming Power Core Combiner drone-machine molds for limbs.

: He comes with four color-coordinated "wasteland" vehicle drone-limbs, redecoes of the [[Destructicon (PCC)|Destructicon]]s. Each one has a square socket for a Power Core Combiner connection; when attached via the blue plugs on a Commander figure, the vehicles automatically transform into a super-robot limb, and snaps back to [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]] when disconnected. Despite the universal connector, each drone can only form one limb type (but can be swapped from left to right):

:*'''Junker Drone''' — Leg (Roadmaster's left)
:*'''Trasher Drone''' — Leg (Roadmaster's right)
:*'''Waster Drone''' — Arm (Roadmaster's left)
:*'''Scrapper Drone''' — Arm (Roadmaster's right)
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===''Generations''===
[[File:Gen-toy Junkheap.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|"I'm a Pepper. Do you want to be a Pepper, too?"]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Junkheap''' (Deluxe Class, 2011)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Tailpipe/axe

: Part of the ninth and final wave of ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' Deluxes in 2011, [[Junkyard (G1)#Toys|Junkheap]] is a retool of "Reveal the Shield" Wreck-Gar with a ''different'' new head. This is also the first use of the mold that features many attempts to improve upon the [[design flaw]]s found in previous iterations.
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===''Timelines''===
[[Image:Timelinestoy-BC2012WreckGar.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sa|'''Wreck-Gar / Scrap Iron / Junkheap''' (Convention multipack, 2012)}}</ul>

: Available at [[BotCon 2012]] in an at-convention-only three, pack, ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (fiction)|Shattered Glass]]'' [[Wreck-Gar (SG)#Toys|Wreck-Gar]], [[Scrap Iron (SG)#Toys|Scrap Iron]] and [[Junkheap (SG)#Toys|Junkheap]] are redecoes of the "Reveal the Shield" Junkion mold, this time in [[Insecticon (G1)|Insecticon]] colors to reflect the twisted nature of the universe.

: This is also the first release of a Junkheap using the right eye insert, as the original Junkheap used Scrapheap's eyepiece instead of his own.
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===''Combiner Wars''===
[[File:CW-toy WreckGar.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Wreck-Gar''' (Legends Class, 2016)}}</ul>

:The only new item in the sixth and final wave of ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]] [[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' Legends-class toys, Wreck-Gar is a [[retool]]ing of [[Groove (G1)#Generations|Groove]], sporting a brand new noggin. He transforms into a motorcycle of made-up model.

: He can also convert into chest armor for [[Defensor (G1)#Generations|Defensor]] and other iterations of the ''Combiner Wars'' [[Hot Spot (G1)#Combiner Wars|Hot Spot]] mold.
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===''Platinum Edition''===
[[File:Gen-toy Scrapheap Platinum.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Planet of Junk Clash''' (Platinum Edition Deluxe 3-pack, 2016)}}</ul>

:Part of Hasbro's ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' offerings for 2016 intended to commemorate the 30th anniversary of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', this three-pack includes new-deco versions of the "Reveal the Shield" mold [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#Platinum Edition|Wreck-Gar]] and [[Scrapheap (G1)#Generations|Scrapheap]], as well as a new-deco version of [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Autobot Hot Rod]]. Wreck-Gar and Scrapheap have near-identical decoes, with their yellow and bronze paints vice-versa-ing between the two.

: This set was intended as a [[Target]] exclusive in the US, but was effectively an online-only item.
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===''Power of the Primes''===
[[File:POTP-toy WreckGar.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Wreck-Gar''' (Deluxe Class, 2018)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''PP-41'''
:*''Accessories'': Axe/tailpipe, Prime Armor/combiner hand, Prime Master gap filler/gun

:''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'' [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#Power of the Primes|Wreck-Gar]] is a retool of ''[[Transformers Unite Warriors|Unite Warriors]]'' [[Groove (G1)#Unite Warriors 2|Groove]], transforming into a motorcycle of indeterminate model. Wreck-Gar can also change into a limb for any ''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]''-style combiner.

:He was first discovered in a listing in [[Walgreens]]' internal systems during the course of ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'' as a Walgreens exclusive. Wreck-Gar was exclusive to Walgreens in the U.S. but found at EB Games in Canada and general retail in Hasbro's Asian markets.
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===''Studio Series''===
[[File:SS-toy WreckGar.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The New Original! The Old Classic!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Wreck-Gar''' (Voyager Class, [[2021]])}}</ul>
:*''Hasbro ID number'': '''86-09'''
:*''Accessories'': 2 wheel shields, four-bladed axe, "[[Junkion (planet)|Junkion]] Dance Party" backdrop

:Released to commemorate the 35th anniversary of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', ''[[Studio Series]]'' Wreck-Gar is a Voyager Class-sized mold accurate to his appearance in the Generation 1 cartoon, right down to his laser nipples.

:He comes with his two spiky shields, which can attach to his arm or leg in robot mode or form his wheels when converting to his motorcycle mode. Wreck-Gar also comes with his four-bladed axe, which can either be stored on his back or held in his hand. Much like the [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#Transformers (2010)|2010 ''Reveal the Shield'']] release, one figure of Wreck-Gar can ride another in their alternate mode.

:Like the other ''Studio Series'' toys, the interior of the package forms a display background for the toy. In this case, is it a dance party taking place on [[Junkion (planet)|Junkion]].
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[[File:SS-toy Junkheap.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|With arm pieces acquired directly from his namesake!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Junkheap''' (Voyager Class, [[2022]])}}</ul>
:*''Movie'': '''''The Transformers: The Movie'''''
:*''Hasbro ID number'': '''86-14'''
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''SS-88'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[August 27]], [[2022]]
:*''Accessories'': Front wheel shield (wide), back wheel shield (thin), four-bladed axe, "[[Junkion (planet)|Junkion]] Dance Party" backdrop

: Released to commemorate the 35th anniversary of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', ''[[Studio Series]]'' "Junkheap" is a heavy retool of Voyager Class [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#Studio Series|Wreck-Gar]], replacing the head, upper chest, and lower arms from the original release. Sadly, no nipples. It's worth mentioning that the retooled arm piece (included to compromise between animation models) adds a rotatable wheel guard piece, thus giving Junkheap's bike mode a more complete-looking footrest than Wreck-Gar's.

: Junkheap comes with the same two spiky shields as Wreck-Gar, which can attach to ports on his forearms or the sides of his knees in robot mode or form his wheels when in motorcycle mode. Junkheap also comes with Wreck-Gar's four-bladed axe, which can either be stored on his back or held in his hand. Much like the above ''Generations'' release, one Junkheap can ride another Junkheap/Wreck-Gar's alternate mode, although the riding figure is somewhat out of scale compared to the motorcycle-mode figure, which is more [[:File:TF-Studio-Series-86-Hot-Rod-riding-Wreck-Gar.jpg|suited towards Deluxe-scale figures]] such as [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Studio Series|''Studio Series'' Hot Rod]]. While his wheels are capable of spinning, the studs on them mean that they are more likely to scrape if pushed along a hard surface so care should be taken to avoid scratching the figure.

: Junkheap's arm shields are based on the unfinalized model drawn by [[Floro Dery]], which appeared in season 3 of the Generation 1 cartoon. The rest of him appears to be a mix between the finalized [[Toei Animation|Toei]] model and the unfinalized Dery model.

: Unfortunately, due to trademark reasons, the character has again been released as "Junkheap".

: Like all other ''Studio Series'' toys, the interior of the package forms a display backdrop.
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[[File:TF-Studio-Series-86-24-Voyager-Scrapheap.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Cyclano de Bikergerac]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Junkion Scrapheap''' (Voyager Class, [[2024]])}}</ul>
:*''Movie'': '''''The Transformers: The Movie'''''
:*''Hasbro ID number'': '''86-24'''
:*''Accessories'': Front wheel shield (wide), back wheel shield (thin), blaster, "[[Junkion (planet)|Junkion]] Dance Party" backdrop
{{toydesigner|[[Evan Brooks]] (Hasbro), [[Takashi Kunihiro]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref>[[November 14]], [[2023]]'s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ClqPbfd2hcg Hasbro Pulse Transformers Fanstream] on YouTube, with [[Ben MacCrae]], [[Mark Maher]], and [[Evan Brooks]]</ref>

: Released in the twenty-third wave of ''[[Studio Series]]'' Voyager Class figures, "Junkion Scrapheap" is another heavy retool of [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#Studio Series|''Studio Series'' {{'}}86 Wreck-Gar]], transforming into a movie-accurate motorcycle. He has a new chest, head, shoulders, forearms, lower legs, and hands. Rather than including a four-bladed axe like his mold-mates Wreck-Gar and [[Junkyard (G1)#Studio Series|Junkheap]], Scrapheap comes with a blaster as his weapon, based on the early [[Floro Dery]] [[character model]] (see [[#Notes|below]] for more). Much like Junkheap, Scrapheap appears to be an amalgamation of his finalized Toei model and the unfinalized Dery model.

:In an unusual oversight for the line, Scrapheap uses the same 86-24 designation given to ''[[Buzzworthy Bumblebee]] Studio Series'' [[Ironhide (G1)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Ironhide]]. Scrapheap's Hasbro stock photos also show him with a much darker face, which is not present on the final figure.

: Scrapheap, alongside the first wave of 2024 Studio Series product, was officially revealed at MCM London 2023.
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===''Legacy''===
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[[File:TF Legacy Deluxe Class Scraphook.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66| ''Legacy'' Scraphook]]
:Junkions were released in the subline imprint ''[[Transformers: Legacy#Evolution .282023.29|Legacy: Evolution]]'', representing 4 new characters and one familiar one. Their [[Evo-Fusion]] function is analogous to the Weaponizer gimmick from the ''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (franchise)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'' toylines; their bodies split apart to form armor and weapon enhancements for their allies. In addition, the Junkions are also advertised swapping parts with each other in vehicle mode. Unlike previous figures of this nature however, the Junkion Weaponizers do not transform via partsforming.

<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''[[Scraphook#Toys|Scraphook]]''' (Deluxe Class, [[2023]])}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-30'''
:*''Accessories'': Tow-arm, tow hook, left & right exhaust pipes, wheel shield, 2 engine-blower "dual phaser blasters"
: Part of the first wave of Deluxes in ''Legacy: Evolution'', Scraphook transforms into a junky, post-apocalyptic tow truck. His limbs are removable and are connected via 5 mm ports at the knees and shoulders.

<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''[[Crashbar#Toys|Crashbar]]''' (Deluxe Class, 2023)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-39'''
:*''Accessories'': left & right saddlebags/gravity cannons, left & right exhaust pipes/clubs, back tire/sawblade
: Part of the second wave of Deluxes in ''Legacy: Evolution'', Crashbar transforms into a junky, post-apocalyptic motorcycle. His lower limbs are removable and are connected via 5 mm ports at the knees.

<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''[[Axlegrease#toys|Axlegrease]]''' (Deluxe Class, 2023)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-45'''
:*''Accessories'': left & right engine block halves/blasters, left & right exhaust pipes, left & right thrusters, hook
: Part of the third wave of Deluxes in ''Legacy: Evolution'', Axlegrease is a retool of Scraphook and transforms into a junky, post-apocalyptic muscle car. Her limbs are removable and are connected via 5 mm ports at the knees and shoulders.

<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''[[Detritus (G1)#Legacy|Detritus]]''' (Deluxe Class, 2023)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-54'''
:*''Accessories'': Rocket launcher, rocket, pistol
: Part of the seventh wave of Deluxes in ''Legacy: Evolution'', Detritus is a heavy retool of ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege|Siege]]'' [[Hound (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Siege|Hound]] and transforms into an unlicensed and somewhat grungy jeep. He notably lacks the Weaponizer parts removal gimmick, being a Hound retool as is tradition for this character. He wears insignias from both factions, reflecting his mercenary status.

<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''[[Trashmaster]]''' (Voyager Class, 2023)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-56'''
:*''Accessories'': Claw
: Also part of the seventh wave of ''Legacy: Evolution'', Trashmaster transforms into a post-apocalyptic garbage truck. He includes a large shovel claw weapon, which can be held in robot mode, and serves as an opening trash loading hopper in truck mode. Trashmaster is the first Voyager Class figure to utilize the Weaponizer format. However, compared to the Deluxe scale Junkions from the same line, Trashmaster has the fewest number of parts that can be detached, leaving a massive chunk of torso... though this added stability does mean he can form the central component of [[Junkasaurus]]!
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===''Age of the Primes''===
[[File:TF-AOTP-Deluxe-Junkion-Jalopy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|''Age Of The Primes'' Jalopy]]
<ul class="iconlist"> {{Bp-a1|'''[[Jalopy#Age_of_the_Primes|Junkion Jalopy]]''' (Deluxe Class, 2026)}}
{{Bp-a1|'''[[Wreck-Gar_(Animated)#Age_of_the_Primes|Wreck-Gar]]''' (Voyager Class, [[2026]])}}</ul>
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===''Cyberworld''===
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==Notes==
[[File:Dreadnokcyborgs2.jpg|upright=.67|thumb|Spiked tires make for a very un-smooth ride.]]
[[File:Luxoflux-Junkion-Warrior-concept.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|"Oh, what a day! WHAT A LOVELY DAY!!"]]
*According to a [[Secret Files of Teletraan II|secret file on Autobots]], the Junkions are a "tribe of Autobots that dwells on the planet Junkion", ostensibly cementing their place as Transformers.
*In ''[[G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers II issue 3|G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers II #3]]'', the [[Dreadnok]]s, a [[Cobra]] biker gang, are shown to ride motorcycles that look just like the Junkions. The Dreadnoks claim to have found their new bikes in a junkyard at some point. No indication is given that the bikes are living Transformers, leaving it simply an [[Easter egg]] for the reader.
*The Junkions that appeared in the movie and their ship were given names in the ''[[Transformers: The Complete Ark]]'' book, which was released 23 years after the movie.
*At some point after [[2009]], a "movie" version of a generic Junkion warrior was conceived for a post-''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (Xbox 360/PS3/PC)|Revenge of The Fallen]]'' video game (unrelated to the ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (franchise)|Dark of the Moon]]'' franchise) in anticipation that [[Luxoflux]] would continue the live-action game series. Unfortunately Luxoflux was disbanded in 2010 by their parent company [[Activision]] and said plans never came to fruition. [[High Moon Studios]] (which is also a subsidiary of Activision) took on the role instead, leading the development of a third game in [[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (Xbox 360/PS3)|an entirely different direction]].
* Much like ''[[Transformers: Cyberworld (franchise)|Cyberworld]]'' Galvatron, [[Snarl (Cyberworld)|Snarl]] is based on the Junkions, even more so with his rusty coloration. Unlike Galvatron though, he is not labelled as a Junkion.

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Junkion''' (ジャンキオン ''Jankion'')
*''French:'' '''Clocharion''' (France, from ''Clochard'', "Tramp-ion"), '''Ferrailleur''' (Canada, "Scrap dealer")
*''Russian:'' '''Musorshchiki''' (Мусорщики, "Scavengers")

==References==
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Junkion (species)

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Boingus: /* Age of the Primes */

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[[File:Junkion symbol.png|thumb|upright=1.4|R-E-C-Y-C-L-E recycle!]]

'''Junkions''' are a race of transforming mechanoids that inhabit the planetoid also known as [[Junkion (planet)|Junkion]]. Depending on the universe, their historical origin may be unclear, but in some they are indeed descended from [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertronians]].<ref>''[[Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|More than Meets the Eye]]''</ref>

They have a unique physiology, seemingly made of little more than the same rusted scraps of trash metal that compose their homeworld. They are capable of not only withstanding damage that would normally incapacitate or kill the average Transformer, but quickly repairing that damage using any pieces of scrap metal they can get their hands on. A Junkion may even be reduced to a pile of parts, only to come back at their enemy less than a minute later. Junkions in battle are utterly fearless, using tag-team and ambush tactics to keep mobile while swarming their opponents ''en masse''.

They are also expert mechanics, even able to repair with remarkable ease Transformers normal medical science would write off as [[Death|dead]]. ''How'' the Junkions have developed in this manner has yet to be explained.

Junkion culture is centered on one thing: [[Earth]] broadcasting. Their speech is a hodgepodge of television and radio clippings, making them oftentimes hard to understand. Junkions as a whole are somewhat childlike and naive. They are curious, but also tend to be wary of, if not outright hostile towards, newcomers to their planet (far too many have come with the goal of harming their world), but once a Junkion's friendship is gained, they go "coo-coo for Cocoa Puffs" and treat their allies as Friends For Life. As such, they are instinctively protective of [[human]]s, the source of [[television]].

After having come in contact with the [[Autobot]]s, the Junkions have become known as some of the best scrap metal merchants and traders around. Even [[Octane|some]] [[Gutcruncher (G1)|Decepticons]] make use of their services. The Junkions are all too happy to exchange [[energon]] for more scrap metal... even if they don't think to ask just ''where'' the scrap metal came from.

{{bigquote|Junkions don't need help, Junkions ''are'' help! Spare parts? We'll fix 'em!|[[Wreck-Gar (Prime)|Wreck-Gar]]|''[[Transformers: Exiles|Exiles]]''}}

==Fiction==
===Generation 1 cartoon continuity===
====''The Transformers'' cartoon====
[[File:TFTM Junkions.JPG|upright=2|thumb|Punker Bots!]]

{{voiceactor|[[Frank Welker]], [[Michael Bell]], various other actors speaking as a crowd (English), [[Keiichi Nanba]] (Japanese)|[[Newton Apollo]] (Portuguese, "The Movie" VHS dub)}}

When a group of [[Autobot]]s crashlanded on their planet, the Junkions saw them as nothing but intruding thieves. Without warning, [[Wreck-Gar (G1)|Wreck-Gar]] and his Junkions led an assault on them, but they soon halted when another group of Autobots arrived and proved their friendliness with the [[universal greeting]]. Pacified, the Junkions revived the late [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ultra Magnus]] and promptly organized a dance party for everyone.

When [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Hot Rod]] voiced his desire to destroy [[Unicron/Generation 1|Unicron]], the Junkions did not hesitate to join him, and a large number of them boarded the [[Minnow]] with which to attack the dark god. The Minnow was crushed in Unicron's hand in the following battle, but luckily the passengers survived (at the very least, Wreck-Gar and [[Perceptor (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Perceptor]] did). {{storylink|The Transformers: The Movie}}
{{note|The Junkions’ involvement in these events, or events mostly similar, were also chronicled in the comic mini-series "[[Transformers: The Animated Movie]]" and the storybook "[[Transformers the Movie (Ladybird adaptation)|Transformers the Movie]]."}}

[[File:FFoD4 Junkion Rescuers.jpg|thumb|left|200px|A species that does nothing but spout pop-culture references. That proves it: this cartoon predicted the shape of internet culture.]]

Two Junkions came with Wreck-Gar when he travelled to planet [[Goo Number 8739-B]] to save his Autobot friends. {{storylink|Five Faces of Darkness, Part 4}} The exiled Decepticon [[Octane]] later worked with Junkions to freight scrapmetal between their planet to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. {{storylink|Starscream's Ghost}} The defensive Junkions later chased off a number of [[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticons]] that had landed on their planet in search of a [[Quintesson]] [[Quintesson Journal|journal]]. In response, the Quintessons hijacked the Junkions' precious television signals, planting subliminal messages that caused the Junkions to consider all other races to be their enemies. Even worse, the Junkions got the bright idea to ''share'' these transmissions, beaming them out in the galaxy and causing sentient races everywhere to fight each other. The brainwashed Junkions were eventually fixed when [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Blaster]] countered the transmissions with some of his own. {{storylink|The Big Broadcast of 2006 (episode)|The Big Broadcast of 2006}}

====Japanese Generation 1 cartoon continuity====
=====''Generations Selects Special Comic''=====
Among other robotic races, the Junkions were created by [[Primacron]]. He used the lifeforce of the [[Precursor World|previous universe]] via the [[Primus#Japanese Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Oracle]] to grant them life. {{storylink|Generations Selects Special Comic Finale|Finale}}

=====''Victory'' cartoon=====
A few Junkions were residing in [[Iron Town]], where they were menaced by the [[Decepticon desperadoes]]. Fortunately, [[Star Saber (G1)|Star Saber]] saved the town. {{storylink|The Brave Hero of the Universe - Star Saber}}

====Ask Vector Prime====
When [[Gong (GoBots)|Gong]] and [[Sideways (AVP)|Sideways]] destabilized the universe on the eve of the [[Unicron War]], the Junkions and their role in the conflict were overwritten and replaced by the [[Rock Lord]]s. [[Vector Prime]] ultimately corrected the multiversal damage and set history back on its correct course, and the Junkions helped defeat Unicron. {{storylink|Echoes and Fragments}}

===Marvel ''The Transformers'' comics===
====The Big Broadcast of 2006====
{{noteMarvelBB2006}}
In a strange alternate future, the defensive Junkions chased off a number of [[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticons]] that had landed on their planet in search of a [[Quintesson]] [[Quintesson Journal|journal]]. In response, the Quintessons hijacked the Junkions' precious television signals, planting subliminal messages that caused the Junkions to consider all other races to be their enemies and meticulously organize the junk on their planet in hopes the lost journal would be discovered. The Junkions got the bright idea to ''share'' these transmissions, beaming them out in the galaxy and causing sentient races everywhere to fight each other. The brainwashed Junkions were eventually fixed when [[Blaster (G1)|Blaster]] countered the transmissions with soothing easy-listening music. Once the hypnosis was broken, the Junkions sided with the Autobots in driving off the attacking Decepticons. {{storylink|The Big Broadcast of 2006 (issue)|The Big Broadcast of 2006 (US)}}

====Marvel UK future timelines====
[[File:Muk184 trader-snrk.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]
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''Following the destruction of Unicron, his still living head floated into range of the planet Junk, and using his vast mental powers he took control of the entire Junkion population. Planning to use Junk as his new body, Unicron ordered the Junkions to attach his head to the planet. His plot failed when Wreck-Gar, who had been off in space at the time Unicron took control, planted explosives beneath his head and blew him up.'' {{storylink|The Legacy of Unicron!}}

===''Transformers Legends'' anthology===
The Junkions did not take kindly to the [[Recyclon]]s intending to recycle their planet into energon. After [[Salvage (G1)|Salvage]] damaged Wreck-Gar, the Junkions swarmed the intruders and forced them to retreat into space. Down but not out, the Recyclons decided to fire the [[Prime Processing Unit]] to recycle the entire planet from orbit, but the Junkions fired a tractor beam in return, sending [[Reclamation|their ship]] crashing violently into Junk. Salvage was the sole survivor of the crash, his last sight alive being a group of Junkions moving in on him. {{storylink|Collect and Save}}

===Dreamwave ''Generation One'' continuity===
[[File:MTMTE 8 anonymous Junkion.jpg|thumb|left|"We are the Transformers who say "NI!"]]
{{quote|You're not an Autobot or Decepticon, yet I smell the stench of ''both'' breeds emanating from you.|[[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]|"[[Runnin' with the Devil]]"}}
The planet Junkion began as a [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertronian]] garbage disposal area in space where junk was dumped by means of [[space bridge]] technology. From whatever reason more Cybertronians, [[Autobot]]s and [[Decepticon]]s alike, were dumped through the space bridge, {{storylink|Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|''More Than Meets The Eye'' space bridge entry}} with the Junkions eventually emerging as a new breed of Transformer. {{storylink|Runnin' with the Devil}} Though not hostile by nature, the fact their home planet was paradise to numerous treasure hunters and thrill seekers that couldn't care less how the Junkions would suffer from their presence, the Junkions had adopted a mildly xenophobic disposition. {{storylink|Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|''More Than Meets The Eye'' Junk entry}}

[[Dreamwave timeline|Sometime in 2003]], Junkion leader [[Wreck-Gar (G1)|Wreck-Gar]] was flying the [[Minnow|Junkions' main ship]] alone through space when he stumbled upon the remains of [[Decepticon leader]] [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]. {{storylink|Revelation (War and Peace)|Revelation}} He brought him on board and repaired him, though Megatron was not the least bit grateful. First, he harshly demanded to know what Wreck-Gar was and when that was answered, Megatron proceeded to manipulate Wreck-Gar into getting him a start back to power. The two returned to Junkion, where Wreck-Gar collected discarded [[Air Warrior]] bodies and repaired them, believing Megatron needed an army to vanquish evil from the [[Universe (universe)|universe]]. When he was done, Megatron killed (?) him, because Wreck-Gar was too unpredictable an ally. {{storylink|Runnin' with the Devil}}

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===2005 IDW continuity===
[[File:ALonelyPillarOnThePlain-WreckGarsHead.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]

According to the historian [[Pentius]], the Junkions were the remains of a rich and prosperous race who had arrogantly believed their resources would last them forever. When their veritable paradise of a planet finally ran out of [[energon]], these early Junkions were forced to sell off their wealth to other races in a desperate attempt at survival, but it was a futile struggle. As their civilization slowly fell into ruins and their planet was reduced to a hellish junkyard, the survivors deteriorated into a race of scavengers and cannibals living among the garbage. {{storylink|Fallout (issue)|Fallout}}

The Junkions became a kind of bogeyman to Cybertronians, who believed them to be monstrous scrap-eating zombies from the mythical death-world of Junkion. When [[Megatron (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Megatron]] was banished to Junkion by [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]], however, he found that the threat was very real. {{storylink|Derelicts}} He viciously destroyed the group of cannibalistic Junkions who attacked him, suffering some damage in the process. {{storylink|Wreckage (issue)|Wreckage}} Tales of Megatron's power spread throughout the Junkion clans, and when the Decepticon leader later returned and demanded their loyalty, they were quick to bow before him. Joining forces with the Decepticons, the Junkions provided them with a ship with which to return to Cybertron. {{storylink|Primacy issue 2|Primacy #2}} On arrival in [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]], the Junkions participated in the Decepticon assault on the city, swarming over and outnumbering the Autobot defenders. {{storylink|Primacy issue 3|Primacy #3}}

Soon after, Shockwave led a Decepticon force to the Junkions in the hope of recruiting them and Prowl led the Autobots to stop it. The [[Battle of Junkion]] ended with one of them ''detonating'' the planet's core so it would knock out the others. In the aftermath, the Junkions were left nomadic, a bit weird, and developing strange new ways of keeping themselves pieced together. {{storylink|New Cybertron Part 2: A Lonely Pillar on the Plain|A Lonely Pillar on the Plain}}

Some four million years later, [[Galvatron (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Galvatron]] recruited several Junkions into the army he was raising to oppose [[D-Void]]. {{storylink|Heart of Darkness issue 3|Heart of Darkness #3}} Some other Junkions were among the [[NAIL|neutral Transformers]] who returned to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] after the war was over. {{storylink|A Better Tomorrow}} One of them watched a live interview with [[Starscream (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Starscream]] and [[Omega Supreme (G1)|Omega Supreme]]. {{storylink|The End of the Beginning of the World}}

In 2017, a crew of Junkions under Wreck-Gar and [[Rum-Maj]] arrived on [[Earth]] to trade technology for [[Ore-13|Ultra-Energon]]. They were bemused to find Optimus Prime on Earth claiming he spoke for it and such trade couldn't be allowed ''and'' [[G.I. Joe (team)|the natives]] hostile to them and Prime both. A formal meeting was held at [[Metrotitan (G1)|Autobot City]] and the Junkions offered a [[positron core]] as something to trade, allowing the Autobots to repair innumerous wounded people. {{storylink|New Cybertron Part 2: A Lonely Pillar on the Plain|A Lonely Pillar on the Plain}}

Suspicious of the Junkions, the Autobots had [[Cosmos (G1)|Cosmos]] infiltrate [[Quintesson Cruiser|their ship]], {{storylink|New Cybertron Part 3: Behind My Bleeding Back|Behind My Bleeding Back}} only for him to be subdued by the [[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticons]]. In retaliation for this, Rum-Maj launched the Junkion invasion of Earth. {{storylink|New Cybertron Part 4: Dance Among the Shadows|Dance Among the Shadows}} After the positron core had been destroyed however, [[Optimus Prime (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Optimus Prime]] managed to bargain for peace with the Junkions and established the city of [[Little Cybertron]] for them to live in peace. {{storylink|New Cybertron End: Feel Safe Without Regrets|Feel Safe Without Regrets}}

Some Junkions later got jobs at an Ore-13 mine in Kentucky where one of the workers expressed surprise at how much the humans were being paid while Rum-Maj dismayed that they were now at the mercy of the Autobots and humans. {{storylink|The Falling, Chapter 1: Surfeit of Primes|Surfeit of Primes}}

When [[Unicron/Generation 1|Unicron]] began its apocalyptic attack on the [[Cybertronian colonies]], Rum-Maj found recent events to be creating very disturbing historical parallels and rallied the Sharkticons to make another attempt at conquering Earth. When the army arrived at [[Mount Rushmore]] however, [[Jazz (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Jazz]] managed to have everyone stand down before Unicron then appeared over Earth. {{storylink|Time Will Rust}} In the battle against the Chaos Bringer, the Junkions defended the [[White House]], unleashing the Sharkticons on the [[Maximal]]s who'd survived [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]]'s [[Worldsweeper]] crashing into the building. {{storylink|Ceremony}}

In the new era, the Junkions returned to Little Cybertron, Wreck-Gar and Rum-Maj watching the Sharkticons dig graves for all those that had fallen. {{storylink|Post}}

===''Animated'' cartoon===
[[Blackarachnia (Animated)|Blackarachnia]] opined that [[Meltdown (Animated)|Meltdown]] was "buggier than a Junkion's code-base". {{storylink|Transformers Animated: The AllSpark Almanac|The AllSpark Almanac}}

===Aligned novels===
Early on in the [[space bridge]] colonization project, Cybertronian colonists used the world of Junkion as a collective dumping ground for the vast amounts of refuse that inevitably resulted from the push outwards. This same planetoid was later used as a hideout for Cybertronian criminals, pirates, and outlaws. Many of them created new identities for themselves and began new lives working on the planet. The space bridge project eventually failed, leaving Junkion isolated from the rest of the universe. With no new resources available, the inhabitants turned to scavenging to survive. As they created new bots from the junk around them, the few former Cybertronians gradually forgot about their origins and took on the name "Junkions". At the time of [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]]'s search for the [[AllSpark]], their leader was the eccentric [[Wreck-Gar (Prime)|Wreck-Gar]].

The Junkions were initially skeptical of Optimus Prime's quest, but eventually aided him and his [[Autobot]]s by directing them to the nearest working space bridge. However, the [[Decepticon]]s, who had been following the ''[[Ark (WFC)|Ark]]'', landed on the planet and launched an attack on both the Autobots and Junkions. During the course of the battle, the [[Requiem Blaster (Thirteen)|Requiem Blaster]], the center of Junkion, was removed, causing the planet to break apart. The fracas was further compounded by the arrival of the [[Star Seeker]]s, who took the Junkions hostage and, despite Wreck-Gar's protests, forced them to weld a space bridge to the hull of the ''[[Tidal Wave (Prime)|Tidal Wave]]''. The Star Seekers and Junkions disappeared to places unknown. {{storylink|Transformers: Exiles|Exiles}}

The [[Trypticon (WFC)|''Nemesis'']] eventually crossed paths with the Star Seekers who'd forced Wreck-Gar to emit a phoney Autobot distress call. Though the Star Seekers tried to destroy the ''Nemesis'', it proved a superior warship to the ''Tidal Wave'', despite the pirates' possession of the Requiem Blaster. As the wounded pirate ship ejected the Blaster and retreated, Wreck-Gar used the chaos to steal an escape pod and space bridge away. {{storylink|Transformers: Retribution|Retribution}}

===''Shattered Glass''===
[[File:ScrapIronSG-filecardart.jpg|thumb|left|"You belong to us. You shall be like us."]]
The Junkions were the minions of [[Wreck-Gar (SG)|Wreck-Gar]], an experimental junk robot with the ability to remake other Transformers in his image using snake-like creatures. They spoke in the manner of computer error messages. After the spread of the Junkion "Hive" proved a threat to both factions, they were locked away on the prison planet [[Paradron]].

Eventually, they were freed by the Autobot renegade [[Ultra Magnus (SG)|Ultra Magnus]], who recruited them as footsoldiers for his incursion into the dimension [[Primax 207.0 Epsilon]]. There, they fought both Decepticons native from their own Universe, and local Autobots. {{storylink|Distant Fissures}} Numerous Autobots from that universe were assimilated into the Hive, and as Magnus's plan came to fruition, transporting the alternate Earth back to their own, negative-polarity universe and destroying 207.0 Epsilon in its wake, the Junkions retreated from battle. {{Storylink|Invasion (issue)|Invasion}}

===''Cyberworld'' marketing material===
The Decepticon [[Galvatron (Cyberworld)|Galvatron]] transforms into a "Junkion dragon."<ref>''Cyberworld'' Galvatron [https://shop.hasbro.com/en-us/product/transformers-cyberworld-armored-cyber-changers-galvatron-action-figure/G1052 official product description]: "This 4-inch (10 cm) Galvatron toy changes from robot to Junkion dragon mode..."</ref>
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==Games==
===''Transformers Legends''===
When [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] became stranded on the planet Junk, he was forced to fight off Wreck-Gar and the hordes of cannibalistic Junkions until he could be rescued by [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]]. {{storylink|Wreckage (Legends)|Wreckage}}

===''Transformers: Earth Wars''===
[[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] realized something was wrong. He told [[Terrormander]] that he was starting to entertain the notion of misdirection from the Autobots and [[Maximal]]s. He saw a stray thought from [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] that involved junk. He and [[Halfshell]] realized that the their enemies must have been working with the Junkions. Soundwave then mentioned that they thankfully had their own connection on the planet of Junk. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars|Networking}}{{Charstubgames|{{Storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars}}}}
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===''Transformers Roleplaying Game''===
Originally technicians and foundry workers during the Age of the Primes, the inhabitants of the Cybertronian colony that would become Junk over time turned into the Junkions, known for their unusual method of communication and their reputation as the best scrap collectors around. Led by Wreck-Gar but otherwise generally neutral in the war between Autobots and Decepticons, the Junkions would welcome anyone willing to trade to their planet, with the understanding that any violence would be responded to in kind. {{storylink|Decepticon Directive}}

==Toys==
===''The Transformers''===
[[File:G1-toy WreckGar.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"Not sold in stores...anymore."]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Wreck-Gar''' (Hero, 1986)}}</ul>
:*''Takara ID number'': '''C-81'''
:*''Accessories'': "Decelerator laser" gun, "Armor Axe", tire/shield

: The only Junkion toy originally produced was the group's leader, [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#Toys|Wreck-Gar]], sold as part of the two-bot "Heroes" assortment in the third year of the Hasbro line. This toy is noteworthy for being one of the earliest uses of ball-and-socket joints in the entire franchise. Unfortunately, he completely lacks his cartoon model's sweet facial "hair". Also unfortunately, a robot-mode Wreck-Gar toy cannot properly ride a motorcycle-mode Wreck-Gar, unlike the action depicted in the movie. Sigh.
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===''Collector's Edition''===
[[File:G1-toy Detritus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Detritus''' (Junkion, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''77'''
:*''Accessories'': Rifle, 12.7mm machinegun, missile launcher, 3 missiles, spare tire, spare tank

: [[Detritus (G1)#Toys|Detritus]] is an [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive redeco of [[Hound (G1)/toys#The Transformers|the original Hound toy]], transforming into a Mitsubishi J59 off-road vehicle. He came with an entirely new [[sticker|decal]] sheet to make him fit the Junkion aesthetic better, which also includes both Autobot and Decepticon faction sigils to match his neutral nature from his e-HOBBY bio.
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===''Transformers'' (2010)===
[[File:TF2010-toy WreckGar.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|This is the breakfast your Wreck-Gar could look like, can you see me now?]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Wreck-Gar''' (Deluxe, 2011)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': "4-bladed battle axe"/tailpipe

:Part of the sixth and final wave of Hasbro's [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|2010 ''Transformers'' toyline]] under the "[[Transformers (2010 toyline)#Hasbro Reveal the Shield subline|Reveal the Shield]]" branding, this version of [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#Transformers (2010)|Wreck-Gar]] transforms into a junker off-road motorcycle. Double pegs under his pelvis correspond to double pegholes in his [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]] seat, meaning if you get more than one, he can totally ride himself, or anyone else made from this mold. Finally!

:Unfortunately, despite looking awesome, Wreck-Gar has a distressingly fiddly transformation and a slew of [[design flaw]]s. While the full details can be found on his page, even Hasbro has implemented some of the fixes found by fans for future uses of his mold.
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===''United''===
[[File:Unitedtoy-Scrapheap.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|"I'm cuckoo for Cocoa Junk!"]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Wreck-Gar''' (Deluxe, 2011)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': UN-18
:*''Accessories'': "Battle axe"/tailpipe

: Part of the third wave of TakaraTomy's ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' line, [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#United|Wreck-Gar]] is a redeco of the Hasbro "Reveal the Shield" Wreck-Gar toy, this time extensively painted with a more original-cartoon-inspired deco. Like most toys in the line, some of his parts are painted with a metallic sheen; in Wreck-Gar's case, it's his red chest and legs.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot SET''' (3-pack, 2011)}}</ul>
:*'''Scrapheap'''

: This e-Hobby exclusive three-pack includes [[Scrapheap (G1)#Toys|Scrapheap]], a retool of the "Reveal the Shield"/''United'' Wreck-Gar with a new head inspired by the background Junkions from the movie.<ref>[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-generations-classics-30-35/more-information-on-the-ehobby-transformers-2010-campaign-exclusives-170961/ More Information on the eHobby Transformers 2010 Campaign Exclusives]</ref>

: This pack also comes with a [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#United|clear-blue Hot Rod]] and a [[Kup (G1)/toys#UnitedDamage|battle-damaged Kup]].

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[[File:UEX-toy Roadmaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Roadmaster Prime Mode''' ([[2012]]-[[October 27|10-27]])}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''EX 03'''
:*''Accessories'': Junker Drone, Trasher Drone, Waster Drone, Scrapper Drone

: Part of the second wave of ''United EX'' toys, "[[Detritus (G1)#United EX|Roadmaster]]" (the new code name for Detritus) is a [[redeco]] of the ''[[Power Core Combiners]]'' [[Mudslinger (PCC)#Toys|Mudslinger]] toy, transforming into a monster truck of indeterminate model. He also has a "Prime Mode" where he becomes the torso of a super robot, capable of using any auto-transforming Power Core Combiner drone-machine molds for limbs.

: He comes with four color-coordinated "wasteland" vehicle drone-limbs, redecoes of the [[Destructicon (PCC)|Destructicon]]s. Each one has a square socket for a Power Core Combiner connection; when attached via the blue plugs on a Commander figure, the vehicles automatically transform into a super-robot limb, and snaps back to [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]] when disconnected. Despite the universal connector, each drone can only form one limb type (but can be swapped from left to right):

:*'''Junker Drone''' — Leg (Roadmaster's left)
:*'''Trasher Drone''' — Leg (Roadmaster's right)
:*'''Waster Drone''' — Arm (Roadmaster's left)
:*'''Scrapper Drone''' — Arm (Roadmaster's right)
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===''Generations''===
[[File:Gen-toy Junkheap.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|"I'm a Pepper. Do you want to be a Pepper, too?"]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Junkheap''' (Deluxe Class, 2011)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Tailpipe/axe

: Part of the ninth and final wave of ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' Deluxes in 2011, [[Junkyard (G1)#Toys|Junkheap]] is a retool of "Reveal the Shield" Wreck-Gar with a ''different'' new head. This is also the first use of the mold that features many attempts to improve upon the [[design flaw]]s found in previous iterations.
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===''Timelines''===
[[Image:Timelinestoy-BC2012WreckGar.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sa|'''Wreck-Gar / Scrap Iron / Junkheap''' (Convention multipack, 2012)}}</ul>

: Available at [[BotCon 2012]] in an at-convention-only three, pack, ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (fiction)|Shattered Glass]]'' [[Wreck-Gar (SG)#Toys|Wreck-Gar]], [[Scrap Iron (SG)#Toys|Scrap Iron]] and [[Junkheap (SG)#Toys|Junkheap]] are redecoes of the "Reveal the Shield" Junkion mold, this time in [[Insecticon (G1)|Insecticon]] colors to reflect the twisted nature of the universe.

: This is also the first release of a Junkheap using the right eye insert, as the original Junkheap used Scrapheap's eyepiece instead of his own.
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===''Combiner Wars''===
[[File:CW-toy WreckGar.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Wreck-Gar''' (Legends Class, 2016)}}</ul>

:The only new item in the sixth and final wave of ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]] [[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' Legends-class toys, Wreck-Gar is a [[retool]]ing of [[Groove (G1)#Generations|Groove]], sporting a brand new noggin. He transforms into a motorcycle of made-up model.

: He can also convert into chest armor for [[Defensor (G1)#Generations|Defensor]] and other iterations of the ''Combiner Wars'' [[Hot Spot (G1)#Combiner Wars|Hot Spot]] mold.
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===''Platinum Edition''===
[[File:Gen-toy Scrapheap Platinum.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Planet of Junk Clash''' (Platinum Edition Deluxe 3-pack, 2016)}}</ul>

:Part of Hasbro's ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' offerings for 2016 intended to commemorate the 30th anniversary of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', this three-pack includes new-deco versions of the "Reveal the Shield" mold [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#Platinum Edition|Wreck-Gar]] and [[Scrapheap (G1)#Generations|Scrapheap]], as well as a new-deco version of [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Autobot Hot Rod]]. Wreck-Gar and Scrapheap have near-identical decoes, with their yellow and bronze paints vice-versa-ing between the two.

: This set was intended as a [[Target]] exclusive in the US, but was effectively an online-only item.
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===''Power of the Primes''===
[[File:POTP-toy WreckGar.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Wreck-Gar''' (Deluxe Class, 2018)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''PP-41'''
:*''Accessories'': Axe/tailpipe, Prime Armor/combiner hand, Prime Master gap filler/gun

:''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'' [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#Power of the Primes|Wreck-Gar]] is a retool of ''[[Transformers Unite Warriors|Unite Warriors]]'' [[Groove (G1)#Unite Warriors 2|Groove]], transforming into a motorcycle of indeterminate model. Wreck-Gar can also change into a limb for any ''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]''-style combiner.

:He was first discovered in a listing in [[Walgreens]]' internal systems during the course of ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'' as a Walgreens exclusive. Wreck-Gar was exclusive to Walgreens in the U.S. but found at EB Games in Canada and general retail in Hasbro's Asian markets.
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===''Studio Series''===
[[File:SS-toy WreckGar.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The New Original! The Old Classic!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Wreck-Gar''' (Voyager Class, [[2021]])}}</ul>
:*''Hasbro ID number'': '''86-09'''
:*''Accessories'': 2 wheel shields, four-bladed axe, "[[Junkion (planet)|Junkion]] Dance Party" backdrop

:Released to commemorate the 35th anniversary of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', ''[[Studio Series]]'' Wreck-Gar is a Voyager Class-sized mold accurate to his appearance in the Generation 1 cartoon, right down to his laser nipples.

:He comes with his two spiky shields, which can attach to his arm or leg in robot mode or form his wheels when converting to his motorcycle mode. Wreck-Gar also comes with his four-bladed axe, which can either be stored on his back or held in his hand. Much like the [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#Transformers (2010)|2010 ''Reveal the Shield'']] release, one figure of Wreck-Gar can ride another in their alternate mode.

:Like the other ''Studio Series'' toys, the interior of the package forms a display background for the toy. In this case, is it a dance party taking place on [[Junkion (planet)|Junkion]].
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[[File:SS-toy Junkheap.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|With arm pieces acquired directly from his namesake!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Junkheap''' (Voyager Class, [[2022]])}}</ul>
:*''Movie'': '''''The Transformers: The Movie'''''
:*''Hasbro ID number'': '''86-14'''
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''SS-88'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[August 27]], [[2022]]
:*''Accessories'': Front wheel shield (wide), back wheel shield (thin), four-bladed axe, "[[Junkion (planet)|Junkion]] Dance Party" backdrop

: Released to commemorate the 35th anniversary of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', ''[[Studio Series]]'' "Junkheap" is a heavy retool of Voyager Class [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#Studio Series|Wreck-Gar]], replacing the head, upper chest, and lower arms from the original release. Sadly, no nipples. It's worth mentioning that the retooled arm piece (included to compromise between animation models) adds a rotatable wheel guard piece, thus giving Junkheap's bike mode a more complete-looking footrest than Wreck-Gar's.

: Junkheap comes with the same two spiky shields as Wreck-Gar, which can attach to ports on his forearms or the sides of his knees in robot mode or form his wheels when in motorcycle mode. Junkheap also comes with Wreck-Gar's four-bladed axe, which can either be stored on his back or held in his hand. Much like the above ''Generations'' release, one Junkheap can ride another Junkheap/Wreck-Gar's alternate mode, although the riding figure is somewhat out of scale compared to the motorcycle-mode figure, which is more [[:File:TF-Studio-Series-86-Hot-Rod-riding-Wreck-Gar.jpg|suited towards Deluxe-scale figures]] such as [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Studio Series|''Studio Series'' Hot Rod]]. While his wheels are capable of spinning, the studs on them mean that they are more likely to scrape if pushed along a hard surface so care should be taken to avoid scratching the figure.

: Junkheap's arm shields are based on the unfinalized model drawn by [[Floro Dery]], which appeared in season 3 of the Generation 1 cartoon. The rest of him appears to be a mix between the finalized [[Toei Animation|Toei]] model and the unfinalized Dery model.

: Unfortunately, due to trademark reasons, the character has again been released as "Junkheap".

: Like all other ''Studio Series'' toys, the interior of the package forms a display backdrop.
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[[File:TF-Studio-Series-86-24-Voyager-Scrapheap.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Cyclano de Bikergerac]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Junkion Scrapheap''' (Voyager Class, [[2024]])}}</ul>
:*''Movie'': '''''The Transformers: The Movie'''''
:*''Hasbro ID number'': '''86-24'''
:*''Accessories'': Front wheel shield (wide), back wheel shield (thin), blaster, "[[Junkion (planet)|Junkion]] Dance Party" backdrop
{{toydesigner|[[Evan Brooks]] (Hasbro), [[Takashi Kunihiro]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref>[[November 14]], [[2023]]'s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ClqPbfd2hcg Hasbro Pulse Transformers Fanstream] on YouTube, with [[Ben MacCrae]], [[Mark Maher]], and [[Evan Brooks]]</ref>

: Released in the twenty-third wave of ''[[Studio Series]]'' Voyager Class figures, "Junkion Scrapheap" is another heavy retool of [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#Studio Series|''Studio Series'' {{'}}86 Wreck-Gar]], transforming into a movie-accurate motorcycle. He has a new chest, head, shoulders, forearms, lower legs, and hands. Rather than including a four-bladed axe like his mold-mates Wreck-Gar and [[Junkyard (G1)#Studio Series|Junkheap]], Scrapheap comes with a blaster as his weapon, based on the early [[Floro Dery]] [[character model]] (see [[#Notes|below]] for more). Much like Junkheap, Scrapheap appears to be an amalgamation of his finalized Toei model and the unfinalized Dery model.

:In an unusual oversight for the line, Scrapheap uses the same 86-24 designation given to ''[[Buzzworthy Bumblebee]] Studio Series'' [[Ironhide (G1)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Ironhide]]. Scrapheap's Hasbro stock photos also show him with a much darker face, which is not present on the final figure.

: Scrapheap, alongside the first wave of 2024 Studio Series product, was officially revealed at MCM London 2023.
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===''Legacy''===
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[[File:TF Legacy Deluxe Class Scraphook.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66| ''Legacy'' Scraphook]]
:Junkions were released in the subline imprint ''[[Transformers: Legacy#Evolution .282023.29|Legacy: Evolution]]'', representing 4 new characters and one familiar one. Their [[Evo-Fusion]] function is analogous to the Weaponizer gimmick from the ''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (franchise)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'' toylines; their bodies split apart to form armor and weapon enhancements for their allies. In addition, the Junkions are also advertised swapping parts with each other in vehicle mode. Unlike previous figures of this nature however, the Junkion Weaponizers do not transform via partsforming.

<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''[[Scraphook#Toys|Scraphook]]''' (Deluxe Class, [[2023]])}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-30'''
:*''Accessories'': Tow-arm, tow hook, left & right exhaust pipes, wheel shield, 2 engine-blower "dual phaser blasters"
: Part of the first wave of Deluxes in ''Legacy: Evolution'', Scraphook transforms into a junky, post-apocalyptic tow truck. His limbs are removable and are connected via 5 mm ports at the knees and shoulders.

<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''[[Crashbar#Toys|Crashbar]]''' (Deluxe Class, 2023)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-39'''
:*''Accessories'': left & right saddlebags/gravity cannons, left & right exhaust pipes/clubs, back tire/sawblade
: Part of the second wave of Deluxes in ''Legacy: Evolution'', Crashbar transforms into a junky, post-apocalyptic motorcycle. His lower limbs are removable and are connected via 5 mm ports at the knees.

<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''[[Axlegrease#toys|Axlegrease]]''' (Deluxe Class, 2023)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-45'''
:*''Accessories'': left & right engine block halves/blasters, left & right exhaust pipes, left & right thrusters, hook
: Part of the third wave of Deluxes in ''Legacy: Evolution'', Axlegrease is a retool of Scraphook and transforms into a junky, post-apocalyptic muscle car. Her limbs are removable and are connected via 5 mm ports at the knees and shoulders.

<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''[[Detritus (G1)#Legacy|Detritus]]''' (Deluxe Class, 2023)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-54'''
:*''Accessories'': Rocket launcher, rocket, pistol
: Part of the seventh wave of Deluxes in ''Legacy: Evolution'', Detritus is a heavy retool of ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege|Siege]]'' [[Hound (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Siege|Hound]] and transforms into an unlicensed and somewhat grungy jeep. He notably lacks the Weaponizer parts removal gimmick, being a Hound retool as is tradition for this character. He wears insignias from both factions, reflecting his mercenary status.

<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''[[Trashmaster]]''' (Voyager Class, 2023)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-56'''
:*''Accessories'': Claw
: Also part of the seventh wave of ''Legacy: Evolution'', Trashmaster transforms into a post-apocalyptic garbage truck. He includes a large shovel claw weapon, which can be held in robot mode, and serves as an opening trash loading hopper in truck mode. Trashmaster is the first Voyager Class figure to utilize the Weaponizer format. However, compared to the Deluxe scale Junkions from the same line, Trashmaster has the fewest number of parts that can be detached, leaving a massive chunk of torso... though this added stability does mean he can form the central component of [[Junkasaurus]]!
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===''Age of the Primes''===
[[File:TF-AOTP-Deluxe-Junkion-Jalopy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|''Age Of The Primes'' Jalopy]]
<ul class="iconlist"> {{Bp-a1|'''[[Jalopy#Age_of_the_Primes|Junkion Jalopy]]''' (Deluxe Class, 2026)}}
{{Bp-a1|'''[[Wreck-Gar_(Animated)#Age_of_the_Primes|Wreck-Gar]]''' (Voyager Class, [[2026]])}}</ul>
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===''Cyberworld''===
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==Notes==
[[File:Dreadnokcyborgs2.jpg|upright=.67|thumb|Spiked tires make for a very un-smooth ride.]]
[[File:Luxoflux-Junkion-Warrior-concept.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|"Oh, what a day! WHAT A LOVELY DAY!!"]]
*According to a [[Secret Files of Teletraan II|secret file on Autobots]], the Junkions are a "tribe of Autobots that dwells on the planet Junkion", ostensibly cementing their place as Transformers.
*In ''[[G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers II issue 3|G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers II #3]]'', the [[Dreadnok]]s, a [[Cobra]] biker gang, are shown to ride motorcycles that look just like the Junkions. The Dreadnoks claim to have found their new bikes in a junkyard at some point. No indication is given that the bikes are living Transformers, leaving it simply an [[Easter egg]] for the reader.
*The Junkions that appeared in the movie and their ship were given names in the ''[[Transformers: The Complete Ark]]'' book, which was released 23 years after the movie.
*At some point after [[2009]], a "movie" version of a generic Junkion warrior was conceived for a post-''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (Xbox 360/PS3/PC)|Revenge of The Fallen]]'' video game (unrelated to the ''[[Dark of the Moon]]'' franchise) in anticipation that [[Luxoflux]] would continue the live-action game series. Unfortunately Luxoflux was disbanded in 2010 by their parent company [[Activision]] and said plans never came to fruition. [[High Moon Studios]] (which is also a subsidiary of Activision) took on the role instead, leading the development of a third game in [[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (Xbox 360/PS3)|an entirely different direction]].
* The ''[[Transformers: Cyberworld (toyline)|Cyberworld]]'' [[Snarl (Cyberworld)#Toys|Dinobot Snarl]] toy, while still turning into a ''Stegosaurus'', is styled after the Junkions, with asymmetrical junky detailing and the rusty coloration. Nothing in the line has so far made the explicit connection to the Junkions, but if you want to say he's also a Junkion, we're not going to stop you.

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Junkion''' (ジャンキオン ''Jankion'')
*''French:'' '''Clocharion''' (France, from ''Clochard'', "Tramp-ion"), '''Ferrailleur''' (Canada, "Scrap dealer")
*''Russian:'' '''Musorshchiki''' (Мусорщики, "Scavengers")

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Junkion (species)

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Boingus: /* Shattered Glass */

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[[File:Junkion symbol.png|thumb|upright=1.4|R-E-C-Y-C-L-E recycle!]]

'''Junkions''' are a race of transforming mechanoids that inhabit the planetoid also known as [[Junkion (planet)|Junkion]]. Depending on the universe, their historical origin may be unclear, but in some they are indeed descended from [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertronians]].<ref>''[[Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|More than Meets the Eye]]''</ref>

They have a unique physiology, seemingly made of little more than the same rusted scraps of trash metal that compose their homeworld. They are capable of not only withstanding damage that would normally incapacitate or kill the average Transformer, but quickly repairing that damage using any pieces of scrap metal they can get their hands on. A Junkion may even be reduced to a pile of parts, only to come back at their enemy less than a minute later. Junkions in battle are utterly fearless, using tag-team and ambush tactics to keep mobile while swarming their opponents ''en masse''.

They are also expert mechanics, even able to repair with remarkable ease Transformers normal medical science would write off as [[Death|dead]]. ''How'' the Junkions have developed in this manner has yet to be explained.

Junkion culture is centered on one thing: [[Earth]] broadcasting. Their speech is a hodgepodge of television and radio clippings, making them oftentimes hard to understand. Junkions as a whole are somewhat childlike and naive. They are curious, but also tend to be wary of, if not outright hostile towards, newcomers to their planet (far too many have come with the goal of harming their world), but once a Junkion's friendship is gained, they go "coo-coo for Cocoa Puffs" and treat their allies as Friends For Life. As such, they are instinctively protective of [[human]]s, the source of [[television]].

After having come in contact with the [[Autobot]]s, the Junkions have become known as some of the best scrap metal merchants and traders around. Even [[Octane|some]] [[Gutcruncher (G1)|Decepticons]] make use of their services. The Junkions are all too happy to exchange [[energon]] for more scrap metal... even if they don't think to ask just ''where'' the scrap metal came from.

{{bigquote|Junkions don't need help, Junkions ''are'' help! Spare parts? We'll fix 'em!|[[Wreck-Gar (Prime)|Wreck-Gar]]|''[[Transformers: Exiles|Exiles]]''}}

==Fiction==
===Generation 1 cartoon continuity===
====''The Transformers'' cartoon====
[[File:TFTM Junkions.JPG|upright=2|thumb|Punker Bots!]]

{{voiceactor|[[Frank Welker]], [[Michael Bell]], various other actors speaking as a crowd (English), [[Keiichi Nanba]] (Japanese)|[[Newton Apollo]] (Portuguese, "The Movie" VHS dub)}}

When a group of [[Autobot]]s crashlanded on their planet, the Junkions saw them as nothing but intruding thieves. Without warning, [[Wreck-Gar (G1)|Wreck-Gar]] and his Junkions led an assault on them, but they soon halted when another group of Autobots arrived and proved their friendliness with the [[universal greeting]]. Pacified, the Junkions revived the late [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ultra Magnus]] and promptly organized a dance party for everyone.

When [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Hot Rod]] voiced his desire to destroy [[Unicron/Generation 1|Unicron]], the Junkions did not hesitate to join him, and a large number of them boarded the [[Minnow]] with which to attack the dark god. The Minnow was crushed in Unicron's hand in the following battle, but luckily the passengers survived (at the very least, Wreck-Gar and [[Perceptor (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Perceptor]] did). {{storylink|The Transformers: The Movie}}
{{note|The Junkions’ involvement in these events, or events mostly similar, were also chronicled in the comic mini-series "[[Transformers: The Animated Movie]]" and the storybook "[[Transformers the Movie (Ladybird adaptation)|Transformers the Movie]]."}}

[[File:FFoD4 Junkion Rescuers.jpg|thumb|left|200px|A species that does nothing but spout pop-culture references. That proves it: this cartoon predicted the shape of internet culture.]]

Two Junkions came with Wreck-Gar when he travelled to planet [[Goo Number 8739-B]] to save his Autobot friends. {{storylink|Five Faces of Darkness, Part 4}} The exiled Decepticon [[Octane]] later worked with Junkions to freight scrapmetal between their planet to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. {{storylink|Starscream's Ghost}} The defensive Junkions later chased off a number of [[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticons]] that had landed on their planet in search of a [[Quintesson]] [[Quintesson Journal|journal]]. In response, the Quintessons hijacked the Junkions' precious television signals, planting subliminal messages that caused the Junkions to consider all other races to be their enemies. Even worse, the Junkions got the bright idea to ''share'' these transmissions, beaming them out in the galaxy and causing sentient races everywhere to fight each other. The brainwashed Junkions were eventually fixed when [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Blaster]] countered the transmissions with some of his own. {{storylink|The Big Broadcast of 2006 (episode)|The Big Broadcast of 2006}}

====Japanese Generation 1 cartoon continuity====
=====''Generations Selects Special Comic''=====
Among other robotic races, the Junkions were created by [[Primacron]]. He used the lifeforce of the [[Precursor World|previous universe]] via the [[Primus#Japanese Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Oracle]] to grant them life. {{storylink|Generations Selects Special Comic Finale|Finale}}

=====''Victory'' cartoon=====
A few Junkions were residing in [[Iron Town]], where they were menaced by the [[Decepticon desperadoes]]. Fortunately, [[Star Saber (G1)|Star Saber]] saved the town. {{storylink|The Brave Hero of the Universe - Star Saber}}

====Ask Vector Prime====
When [[Gong (GoBots)|Gong]] and [[Sideways (AVP)|Sideways]] destabilized the universe on the eve of the [[Unicron War]], the Junkions and their role in the conflict were overwritten and replaced by the [[Rock Lord]]s. [[Vector Prime]] ultimately corrected the multiversal damage and set history back on its correct course, and the Junkions helped defeat Unicron. {{storylink|Echoes and Fragments}}

===Marvel ''The Transformers'' comics===
====The Big Broadcast of 2006====
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In a strange alternate future, the defensive Junkions chased off a number of [[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticons]] that had landed on their planet in search of a [[Quintesson]] [[Quintesson Journal|journal]]. In response, the Quintessons hijacked the Junkions' precious television signals, planting subliminal messages that caused the Junkions to consider all other races to be their enemies and meticulously organize the junk on their planet in hopes the lost journal would be discovered. The Junkions got the bright idea to ''share'' these transmissions, beaming them out in the galaxy and causing sentient races everywhere to fight each other. The brainwashed Junkions were eventually fixed when [[Blaster (G1)|Blaster]] countered the transmissions with soothing easy-listening music. Once the hypnosis was broken, the Junkions sided with the Autobots in driving off the attacking Decepticons. {{storylink|The Big Broadcast of 2006 (issue)|The Big Broadcast of 2006 (US)}}

====Marvel UK future timelines====
[[File:Muk184 trader-snrk.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]
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''Following the destruction of Unicron, his still living head floated into range of the planet Junk, and using his vast mental powers he took control of the entire Junkion population. Planning to use Junk as his new body, Unicron ordered the Junkions to attach his head to the planet. His plot failed when Wreck-Gar, who had been off in space at the time Unicron took control, planted explosives beneath his head and blew him up.'' {{storylink|The Legacy of Unicron!}}

===''Transformers Legends'' anthology===
The Junkions did not take kindly to the [[Recyclon]]s intending to recycle their planet into energon. After [[Salvage (G1)|Salvage]] damaged Wreck-Gar, the Junkions swarmed the intruders and forced them to retreat into space. Down but not out, the Recyclons decided to fire the [[Prime Processing Unit]] to recycle the entire planet from orbit, but the Junkions fired a tractor beam in return, sending [[Reclamation|their ship]] crashing violently into Junk. Salvage was the sole survivor of the crash, his last sight alive being a group of Junkions moving in on him. {{storylink|Collect and Save}}

===Dreamwave ''Generation One'' continuity===
[[File:MTMTE 8 anonymous Junkion.jpg|thumb|left|"We are the Transformers who say "NI!"]]
{{quote|You're not an Autobot or Decepticon, yet I smell the stench of ''both'' breeds emanating from you.|[[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]|"[[Runnin' with the Devil]]"}}
The planet Junkion began as a [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertronian]] garbage disposal area in space where junk was dumped by means of [[space bridge]] technology. From whatever reason more Cybertronians, [[Autobot]]s and [[Decepticon]]s alike, were dumped through the space bridge, {{storylink|Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|''More Than Meets The Eye'' space bridge entry}} with the Junkions eventually emerging as a new breed of Transformer. {{storylink|Runnin' with the Devil}} Though not hostile by nature, the fact their home planet was paradise to numerous treasure hunters and thrill seekers that couldn't care less how the Junkions would suffer from their presence, the Junkions had adopted a mildly xenophobic disposition. {{storylink|Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|''More Than Meets The Eye'' Junk entry}}

[[Dreamwave timeline|Sometime in 2003]], Junkion leader [[Wreck-Gar (G1)|Wreck-Gar]] was flying the [[Minnow|Junkions' main ship]] alone through space when he stumbled upon the remains of [[Decepticon leader]] [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]. {{storylink|Revelation (War and Peace)|Revelation}} He brought him on board and repaired him, though Megatron was not the least bit grateful. First, he harshly demanded to know what Wreck-Gar was and when that was answered, Megatron proceeded to manipulate Wreck-Gar into getting him a start back to power. The two returned to Junkion, where Wreck-Gar collected discarded [[Air Warrior]] bodies and repaired them, believing Megatron needed an army to vanquish evil from the [[Universe (universe)|universe]]. When he was done, Megatron killed (?) him, because Wreck-Gar was too unpredictable an ally. {{storylink|Runnin' with the Devil}}

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===2005 IDW continuity===
[[File:ALonelyPillarOnThePlain-WreckGarsHead.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]

According to the historian [[Pentius]], the Junkions were the remains of a rich and prosperous race who had arrogantly believed their resources would last them forever. When their veritable paradise of a planet finally ran out of [[energon]], these early Junkions were forced to sell off their wealth to other races in a desperate attempt at survival, but it was a futile struggle. As their civilization slowly fell into ruins and their planet was reduced to a hellish junkyard, the survivors deteriorated into a race of scavengers and cannibals living among the garbage. {{storylink|Fallout (issue)|Fallout}}

The Junkions became a kind of bogeyman to Cybertronians, who believed them to be monstrous scrap-eating zombies from the mythical death-world of Junkion. When [[Megatron (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Megatron]] was banished to Junkion by [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]], however, he found that the threat was very real. {{storylink|Derelicts}} He viciously destroyed the group of cannibalistic Junkions who attacked him, suffering some damage in the process. {{storylink|Wreckage (issue)|Wreckage}} Tales of Megatron's power spread throughout the Junkion clans, and when the Decepticon leader later returned and demanded their loyalty, they were quick to bow before him. Joining forces with the Decepticons, the Junkions provided them with a ship with which to return to Cybertron. {{storylink|Primacy issue 2|Primacy #2}} On arrival in [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]], the Junkions participated in the Decepticon assault on the city, swarming over and outnumbering the Autobot defenders. {{storylink|Primacy issue 3|Primacy #3}}

Soon after, Shockwave led a Decepticon force to the Junkions in the hope of recruiting them and Prowl led the Autobots to stop it. The [[Battle of Junkion]] ended with one of them ''detonating'' the planet's core so it would knock out the others. In the aftermath, the Junkions were left nomadic, a bit weird, and developing strange new ways of keeping themselves pieced together. {{storylink|New Cybertron Part 2: A Lonely Pillar on the Plain|A Lonely Pillar on the Plain}}

Some four million years later, [[Galvatron (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Galvatron]] recruited several Junkions into the army he was raising to oppose [[D-Void]]. {{storylink|Heart of Darkness issue 3|Heart of Darkness #3}} Some other Junkions were among the [[NAIL|neutral Transformers]] who returned to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] after the war was over. {{storylink|A Better Tomorrow}} One of them watched a live interview with [[Starscream (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Starscream]] and [[Omega Supreme (G1)|Omega Supreme]]. {{storylink|The End of the Beginning of the World}}

In 2017, a crew of Junkions under Wreck-Gar and [[Rum-Maj]] arrived on [[Earth]] to trade technology for [[Ore-13|Ultra-Energon]]. They were bemused to find Optimus Prime on Earth claiming he spoke for it and such trade couldn't be allowed ''and'' [[G.I. Joe (team)|the natives]] hostile to them and Prime both. A formal meeting was held at [[Metrotitan (G1)|Autobot City]] and the Junkions offered a [[positron core]] as something to trade, allowing the Autobots to repair innumerous wounded people. {{storylink|New Cybertron Part 2: A Lonely Pillar on the Plain|A Lonely Pillar on the Plain}}

Suspicious of the Junkions, the Autobots had [[Cosmos (G1)|Cosmos]] infiltrate [[Quintesson Cruiser|their ship]], {{storylink|New Cybertron Part 3: Behind My Bleeding Back|Behind My Bleeding Back}} only for him to be subdued by the [[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticons]]. In retaliation for this, Rum-Maj launched the Junkion invasion of Earth. {{storylink|New Cybertron Part 4: Dance Among the Shadows|Dance Among the Shadows}} After the positron core had been destroyed however, [[Optimus Prime (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Optimus Prime]] managed to bargain for peace with the Junkions and established the city of [[Little Cybertron]] for them to live in peace. {{storylink|New Cybertron End: Feel Safe Without Regrets|Feel Safe Without Regrets}}

Some Junkions later got jobs at an Ore-13 mine in Kentucky where one of the workers expressed surprise at how much the humans were being paid while Rum-Maj dismayed that they were now at the mercy of the Autobots and humans. {{storylink|The Falling, Chapter 1: Surfeit of Primes|Surfeit of Primes}}

When [[Unicron/Generation 1|Unicron]] began its apocalyptic attack on the [[Cybertronian colonies]], Rum-Maj found recent events to be creating very disturbing historical parallels and rallied the Sharkticons to make another attempt at conquering Earth. When the army arrived at [[Mount Rushmore]] however, [[Jazz (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Jazz]] managed to have everyone stand down before Unicron then appeared over Earth. {{storylink|Time Will Rust}} In the battle against the Chaos Bringer, the Junkions defended the [[White House]], unleashing the Sharkticons on the [[Maximal]]s who'd survived [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]]'s [[Worldsweeper]] crashing into the building. {{storylink|Ceremony}}

In the new era, the Junkions returned to Little Cybertron, Wreck-Gar and Rum-Maj watching the Sharkticons dig graves for all those that had fallen. {{storylink|Post}}

===''Animated'' cartoon===
[[Blackarachnia (Animated)|Blackarachnia]] opined that [[Meltdown (Animated)|Meltdown]] was "buggier than a Junkion's code-base". {{storylink|Transformers Animated: The AllSpark Almanac|The AllSpark Almanac}}

===Aligned novels===
Early on in the [[space bridge]] colonization project, Cybertronian colonists used the world of Junkion as a collective dumping ground for the vast amounts of refuse that inevitably resulted from the push outwards. This same planetoid was later used as a hideout for Cybertronian criminals, pirates, and outlaws. Many of them created new identities for themselves and began new lives working on the planet. The space bridge project eventually failed, leaving Junkion isolated from the rest of the universe. With no new resources available, the inhabitants turned to scavenging to survive. As they created new bots from the junk around them, the few former Cybertronians gradually forgot about their origins and took on the name "Junkions". At the time of [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]]'s search for the [[AllSpark]], their leader was the eccentric [[Wreck-Gar (Prime)|Wreck-Gar]].

The Junkions were initially skeptical of Optimus Prime's quest, but eventually aided him and his [[Autobot]]s by directing them to the nearest working space bridge. However, the [[Decepticon]]s, who had been following the ''[[Ark (WFC)|Ark]]'', landed on the planet and launched an attack on both the Autobots and Junkions. During the course of the battle, the [[Requiem Blaster (Thirteen)|Requiem Blaster]], the center of Junkion, was removed, causing the planet to break apart. The fracas was further compounded by the arrival of the [[Star Seeker]]s, who took the Junkions hostage and, despite Wreck-Gar's protests, forced them to weld a space bridge to the hull of the ''[[Tidal Wave (Prime)|Tidal Wave]]''. The Star Seekers and Junkions disappeared to places unknown. {{storylink|Transformers: Exiles|Exiles}}

The [[Trypticon (WFC)|''Nemesis'']] eventually crossed paths with the Star Seekers who'd forced Wreck-Gar to emit a phoney Autobot distress call. Though the Star Seekers tried to destroy the ''Nemesis'', it proved a superior warship to the ''Tidal Wave'', despite the pirates' possession of the Requiem Blaster. As the wounded pirate ship ejected the Blaster and retreated, Wreck-Gar used the chaos to steal an escape pod and space bridge away. {{storylink|Transformers: Retribution|Retribution}}

===''Shattered Glass''===
[[File:ScrapIronSG-filecardart.jpg|thumb|left|"You belong to us. You shall be like us."]]
The Junkions were the minions of [[Wreck-Gar (SG)|Wreck-Gar]], an experimental junk robot with the ability to remake other Transformers in his image using snake-like creatures. They spoke in the manner of computer error messages. After the spread of the Junkion "Hive" proved a threat to both factions, they were locked away on the prison planet [[Paradron]].

Eventually, they were freed by the Autobot renegade [[Ultra Magnus (SG)|Ultra Magnus]], who recruited them as footsoldiers for his incursion into the dimension [[Primax 207.0 Epsilon]]. There, they fought both Decepticons native from their own Universe, and local Autobots. {{storylink|Distant Fissures}} Numerous Autobots from that universe were assimilated into the Hive, and as Magnus's plan came to fruition, transporting the alternate Earth back to their own, negative-polarity universe and destroying 207.0 Epsilon in its wake, the Junkions retreated from battle. {{Storylink|Invasion (issue)|Invasion}}

===''Cyberworld'' marketing material===
The Decepticon [[Galvatron (Cyberworld)|Galvatron]] transforms into a "Junkion dragon."<ref>''Cyberworld'' Galvatron [https://shop.hasbro.com/en-us/product/transformers-cyberworld-armored-cyber-changers-galvatron-action-figure/G1052 official product description]: "This 4-inch (10 cm) Galvatron toy changes from robot to Junkion dragon mode..."</ref>
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==Games==
===''Transformers Legends''===
When [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] became stranded on the planet Junk, he was forced to fight off Wreck-Gar and the hordes of cannibalistic Junkions until he could be rescued by [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]]. {{storylink|Wreckage (Legends)|Wreckage}}

===''Transformers: Earth Wars''===
[[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] realized something was wrong. He told [[Terrormander]] that he was starting to entertain the notion of misdirection from the Autobots and [[Maximal]]s. He saw a stray thought from [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] that involved junk. He and [[Halfshell]] realized that the their enemies must have been working with the Junkions. Soundwave then mentioned that they thankfully had their own connection on the planet of Junk. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars|Networking}}{{Charstubgames|{{Storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars}}}}
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===''Transformers Roleplaying Game''===
Originally technicians and foundry workers during the Age of the Primes, the inhabitants of the Cybertronian colony that would become Junk over time turned into the Junkions, known for their unusual method of communication and their reputation as the best scrap collectors around. Led by Wreck-Gar but otherwise generally neutral in the war between Autobots and Decepticons, the Junkions would welcome anyone willing to trade to their planet, with the understanding that any violence would be responded to in kind. {{storylink|Decepticon Directive}}

==Toys==
===''The Transformers''===
[[File:G1-toy WreckGar.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"Not sold in stores...anymore."]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Wreck-Gar''' (Hero, 1986)}}</ul>
:*''Takara ID number'': '''C-81'''
:*''Accessories'': "Decelerator laser" gun, "Armor Axe", tire/shield

: The only Junkion toy originally produced was the group's leader, [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#Toys|Wreck-Gar]], sold as part of the two-bot "Heroes" assortment in the third year of the Hasbro line. This toy is noteworthy for being one of the earliest uses of ball-and-socket joints in the entire franchise. Unfortunately, he completely lacks his cartoon model's sweet facial "hair". Also unfortunately, a robot-mode Wreck-Gar toy cannot properly ride a motorcycle-mode Wreck-Gar, unlike the action depicted in the movie. Sigh.
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===''Collector's Edition''===
[[File:G1-toy Detritus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Detritus''' (Junkion, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''77'''
:*''Accessories'': Rifle, 12.7mm machinegun, missile launcher, 3 missiles, spare tire, spare tank

: [[Detritus (G1)#Toys|Detritus]] is an [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive redeco of [[Hound (G1)/toys#The Transformers|the original Hound toy]], transforming into a Mitsubishi J59 off-road vehicle. He came with an entirely new [[sticker|decal]] sheet to make him fit the Junkion aesthetic better, which also includes both Autobot and Decepticon faction sigils to match his neutral nature from his e-HOBBY bio.
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===''Transformers'' (2010)===
[[File:TF2010-toy WreckGar.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|This is the breakfast your Wreck-Gar could look like, can you see me now?]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Wreck-Gar''' (Deluxe, 2011)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': "4-bladed battle axe"/tailpipe

:Part of the sixth and final wave of Hasbro's [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|2010 ''Transformers'' toyline]] under the "[[Transformers (2010 toyline)#Hasbro Reveal the Shield subline|Reveal the Shield]]" branding, this version of [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#Transformers (2010)|Wreck-Gar]] transforms into a junker off-road motorcycle. Double pegs under his pelvis correspond to double pegholes in his [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]] seat, meaning if you get more than one, he can totally ride himself, or anyone else made from this mold. Finally!

:Unfortunately, despite looking awesome, Wreck-Gar has a distressingly fiddly transformation and a slew of [[design flaw]]s. While the full details can be found on his page, even Hasbro has implemented some of the fixes found by fans for future uses of his mold.
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===''United''===
[[File:Unitedtoy-Scrapheap.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|"I'm cuckoo for Cocoa Junk!"]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Wreck-Gar''' (Deluxe, 2011)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': UN-18
:*''Accessories'': "Battle axe"/tailpipe

: Part of the third wave of TakaraTomy's ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' line, [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#United|Wreck-Gar]] is a redeco of the Hasbro "Reveal the Shield" Wreck-Gar toy, this time extensively painted with a more original-cartoon-inspired deco. Like most toys in the line, some of his parts are painted with a metallic sheen; in Wreck-Gar's case, it's his red chest and legs.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Autobot SET''' (3-pack, 2011)}}</ul>
:*'''Scrapheap'''

: This e-Hobby exclusive three-pack includes [[Scrapheap (G1)#Toys|Scrapheap]], a retool of the "Reveal the Shield"/''United'' Wreck-Gar with a new head inspired by the background Junkions from the movie.<ref>[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-generations-classics-30-35/more-information-on-the-ehobby-transformers-2010-campaign-exclusives-170961/ More Information on the eHobby Transformers 2010 Campaign Exclusives]</ref>

: This pack also comes with a [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#United|clear-blue Hot Rod]] and a [[Kup (G1)/toys#UnitedDamage|battle-damaged Kup]].

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[[File:UEX-toy Roadmaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Roadmaster Prime Mode''' ([[2012]]-[[October 27|10-27]])}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''EX 03'''
:*''Accessories'': Junker Drone, Trasher Drone, Waster Drone, Scrapper Drone

: Part of the second wave of ''United EX'' toys, "[[Detritus (G1)#United EX|Roadmaster]]" (the new code name for Detritus) is a [[redeco]] of the ''[[Power Core Combiners]]'' [[Mudslinger (PCC)#Toys|Mudslinger]] toy, transforming into a monster truck of indeterminate model. He also has a "Prime Mode" where he becomes the torso of a super robot, capable of using any auto-transforming Power Core Combiner drone-machine molds for limbs.

: He comes with four color-coordinated "wasteland" vehicle drone-limbs, redecoes of the [[Destructicon (PCC)|Destructicon]]s. Each one has a square socket for a Power Core Combiner connection; when attached via the blue plugs on a Commander figure, the vehicles automatically transform into a super-robot limb, and snaps back to [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]] when disconnected. Despite the universal connector, each drone can only form one limb type (but can be swapped from left to right):

:*'''Junker Drone''' — Leg (Roadmaster's left)
:*'''Trasher Drone''' — Leg (Roadmaster's right)
:*'''Waster Drone''' — Arm (Roadmaster's left)
:*'''Scrapper Drone''' — Arm (Roadmaster's right)
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===''Generations''===
[[File:Gen-toy Junkheap.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|"I'm a Pepper. Do you want to be a Pepper, too?"]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Junkheap''' (Deluxe Class, 2011)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Tailpipe/axe

: Part of the ninth and final wave of ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' Deluxes in 2011, [[Junkyard (G1)#Toys|Junkheap]] is a retool of "Reveal the Shield" Wreck-Gar with a ''different'' new head. This is also the first use of the mold that features many attempts to improve upon the [[design flaw]]s found in previous iterations.
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===''Timelines''===
[[Image:Timelinestoy-BC2012WreckGar.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-sa|'''Wreck-Gar / Scrap Iron / Junkheap''' (Convention multipack, 2012)}}</ul>

: Available at [[BotCon 2012]] in an at-convention-only three, pack, ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (fiction)|Shattered Glass]]'' [[Wreck-Gar (SG)#Toys|Wreck-Gar]], [[Scrap Iron (SG)#Toys|Scrap Iron]] and [[Junkheap (SG)#Toys|Junkheap]] are redecoes of the "Reveal the Shield" Junkion mold, this time in [[Insecticon (G1)|Insecticon]] colors to reflect the twisted nature of the universe.

: This is also the first release of a Junkheap using the right eye insert, as the original Junkheap used Scrapheap's eyepiece instead of his own.
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===''Combiner Wars''===
[[File:CW-toy WreckGar.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Wreck-Gar''' (Legends Class, 2016)}}</ul>

:The only new item in the sixth and final wave of ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]] [[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' Legends-class toys, Wreck-Gar is a [[retool]]ing of [[Groove (G1)#Generations|Groove]], sporting a brand new noggin. He transforms into a motorcycle of made-up model.

: He can also convert into chest armor for [[Defensor (G1)#Generations|Defensor]] and other iterations of the ''Combiner Wars'' [[Hot Spot (G1)#Combiner Wars|Hot Spot]] mold.
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===''Platinum Edition''===
[[File:Gen-toy Scrapheap Platinum.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Planet of Junk Clash''' (Platinum Edition Deluxe 3-pack, 2016)}}</ul>

:Part of Hasbro's ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' offerings for 2016 intended to commemorate the 30th anniversary of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', this three-pack includes new-deco versions of the "Reveal the Shield" mold [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#Platinum Edition|Wreck-Gar]] and [[Scrapheap (G1)#Generations|Scrapheap]], as well as a new-deco version of [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Autobot Hot Rod]]. Wreck-Gar and Scrapheap have near-identical decoes, with their yellow and bronze paints vice-versa-ing between the two.

: This set was intended as a [[Target]] exclusive in the US, but was effectively an online-only item.
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===''Power of the Primes''===
[[File:POTP-toy WreckGar.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Wreck-Gar''' (Deluxe Class, 2018)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''PP-41'''
:*''Accessories'': Axe/tailpipe, Prime Armor/combiner hand, Prime Master gap filler/gun

:''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'' [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#Power of the Primes|Wreck-Gar]] is a retool of ''[[Transformers Unite Warriors|Unite Warriors]]'' [[Groove (G1)#Unite Warriors 2|Groove]], transforming into a motorcycle of indeterminate model. Wreck-Gar can also change into a limb for any ''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]''-style combiner.

:He was first discovered in a listing in [[Walgreens]]' internal systems during the course of ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'' as a Walgreens exclusive. Wreck-Gar was exclusive to Walgreens in the U.S. but found at EB Games in Canada and general retail in Hasbro's Asian markets.
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===''Studio Series''===
[[File:SS-toy WreckGar.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The New Original! The Old Classic!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Wreck-Gar''' (Voyager Class, [[2021]])}}</ul>
:*''Hasbro ID number'': '''86-09'''
:*''Accessories'': 2 wheel shields, four-bladed axe, "[[Junkion (planet)|Junkion]] Dance Party" backdrop

:Released to commemorate the 35th anniversary of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', ''[[Studio Series]]'' Wreck-Gar is a Voyager Class-sized mold accurate to his appearance in the Generation 1 cartoon, right down to his laser nipples.

:He comes with his two spiky shields, which can attach to his arm or leg in robot mode or form his wheels when converting to his motorcycle mode. Wreck-Gar also comes with his four-bladed axe, which can either be stored on his back or held in his hand. Much like the [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#Transformers (2010)|2010 ''Reveal the Shield'']] release, one figure of Wreck-Gar can ride another in their alternate mode.

:Like the other ''Studio Series'' toys, the interior of the package forms a display background for the toy. In this case, is it a dance party taking place on [[Junkion (planet)|Junkion]].
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[[File:SS-toy Junkheap.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|With arm pieces acquired directly from his namesake!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Junkheap''' (Voyager Class, [[2022]])}}</ul>
:*''Movie'': '''''The Transformers: The Movie'''''
:*''Hasbro ID number'': '''86-14'''
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''SS-88'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[August 27]], [[2022]]
:*''Accessories'': Front wheel shield (wide), back wheel shield (thin), four-bladed axe, "[[Junkion (planet)|Junkion]] Dance Party" backdrop

: Released to commemorate the 35th anniversary of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', ''[[Studio Series]]'' "Junkheap" is a heavy retool of Voyager Class [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#Studio Series|Wreck-Gar]], replacing the head, upper chest, and lower arms from the original release. Sadly, no nipples. It's worth mentioning that the retooled arm piece (included to compromise between animation models) adds a rotatable wheel guard piece, thus giving Junkheap's bike mode a more complete-looking footrest than Wreck-Gar's.

: Junkheap comes with the same two spiky shields as Wreck-Gar, which can attach to ports on his forearms or the sides of his knees in robot mode or form his wheels when in motorcycle mode. Junkheap also comes with Wreck-Gar's four-bladed axe, which can either be stored on his back or held in his hand. Much like the above ''Generations'' release, one Junkheap can ride another Junkheap/Wreck-Gar's alternate mode, although the riding figure is somewhat out of scale compared to the motorcycle-mode figure, which is more [[:File:TF-Studio-Series-86-Hot-Rod-riding-Wreck-Gar.jpg|suited towards Deluxe-scale figures]] such as [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Studio Series|''Studio Series'' Hot Rod]]. While his wheels are capable of spinning, the studs on them mean that they are more likely to scrape if pushed along a hard surface so care should be taken to avoid scratching the figure.

: Junkheap's arm shields are based on the unfinalized model drawn by [[Floro Dery]], which appeared in season 3 of the Generation 1 cartoon. The rest of him appears to be a mix between the finalized [[Toei Animation|Toei]] model and the unfinalized Dery model.

: Unfortunately, due to trademark reasons, the character has again been released as "Junkheap".

: Like all other ''Studio Series'' toys, the interior of the package forms a display backdrop.
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[[File:TF-Studio-Series-86-24-Voyager-Scrapheap.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Cyclano de Bikergerac]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Junkion Scrapheap''' (Voyager Class, [[2024]])}}</ul>
:*''Movie'': '''''The Transformers: The Movie'''''
:*''Hasbro ID number'': '''86-24'''
:*''Accessories'': Front wheel shield (wide), back wheel shield (thin), blaster, "[[Junkion (planet)|Junkion]] Dance Party" backdrop
{{toydesigner|[[Evan Brooks]] (Hasbro), [[Takashi Kunihiro]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref>[[November 14]], [[2023]]'s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ClqPbfd2hcg Hasbro Pulse Transformers Fanstream] on YouTube, with [[Ben MacCrae]], [[Mark Maher]], and [[Evan Brooks]]</ref>

: Released in the twenty-third wave of ''[[Studio Series]]'' Voyager Class figures, "Junkion Scrapheap" is another heavy retool of [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#Studio Series|''Studio Series'' {{'}}86 Wreck-Gar]], transforming into a movie-accurate motorcycle. He has a new chest, head, shoulders, forearms, lower legs, and hands. Rather than including a four-bladed axe like his mold-mates Wreck-Gar and [[Junkyard (G1)#Studio Series|Junkheap]], Scrapheap comes with a blaster as his weapon, based on the early [[Floro Dery]] [[character model]] (see [[#Notes|below]] for more). Much like Junkheap, Scrapheap appears to be an amalgamation of his finalized Toei model and the unfinalized Dery model.

:In an unusual oversight for the line, Scrapheap uses the same 86-24 designation given to ''[[Buzzworthy Bumblebee]] Studio Series'' [[Ironhide (G1)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Ironhide]]. Scrapheap's Hasbro stock photos also show him with a much darker face, which is not present on the final figure.

: Scrapheap, alongside the first wave of 2024 Studio Series product, was officially revealed at MCM London 2023.
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===''Legacy''===
{{anchor|Legacy}}
[[File:TF Legacy Deluxe Class Scraphook.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66| ''Legacy'' Scraphook]]
:Junkions were released in the subline imprint ''[[Transformers: Legacy#Evolution .282023.29|Legacy: Evolution]]'', representing 4 new characters and one familiar one. Their [[Evo-Fusion]] function is analogous to the Weaponizer gimmick from the ''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (franchise)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'' toylines; their bodies split apart to form armor and weapon enhancements for their allies. In addition, the Junkions are also advertised swapping parts with each other in vehicle mode. Unlike previous figures of this nature however, the Junkion Weaponizers do not transform via partsforming.

<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''[[Scraphook#Toys|Scraphook]]''' (Deluxe Class, [[2023]])}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-30'''
:*''Accessories'': Tow-arm, tow hook, left & right exhaust pipes, wheel shield, 2 engine-blower "dual phaser blasters"
: Part of the first wave of Deluxes in ''Legacy: Evolution'', Scraphook transforms into a junky, post-apocalyptic tow truck. His limbs are removable and are connected via 5 mm ports at the knees and shoulders.

<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''[[Crashbar#Toys|Crashbar]]''' (Deluxe Class, 2023)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-39'''
:*''Accessories'': left & right saddlebags/gravity cannons, left & right exhaust pipes/clubs, back tire/sawblade
: Part of the second wave of Deluxes in ''Legacy: Evolution'', Crashbar transforms into a junky, post-apocalyptic motorcycle. His lower limbs are removable and are connected via 5 mm ports at the knees.

<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''[[Axlegrease#toys|Axlegrease]]''' (Deluxe Class, 2023)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-45'''
:*''Accessories'': left & right engine block halves/blasters, left & right exhaust pipes, left & right thrusters, hook
: Part of the third wave of Deluxes in ''Legacy: Evolution'', Axlegrease is a retool of Scraphook and transforms into a junky, post-apocalyptic muscle car. Her limbs are removable and are connected via 5 mm ports at the knees and shoulders.

<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''[[Detritus (G1)#Legacy|Detritus]]''' (Deluxe Class, 2023)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-54'''
:*''Accessories'': Rocket launcher, rocket, pistol
: Part of the seventh wave of Deluxes in ''Legacy: Evolution'', Detritus is a heavy retool of ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege|Siege]]'' [[Hound (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Siege|Hound]] and transforms into an unlicensed and somewhat grungy jeep. He notably lacks the Weaponizer parts removal gimmick, being a Hound retool as is tradition for this character. He wears insignias from both factions, reflecting his mercenary status.

<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''[[Trashmaster]]''' (Voyager Class, 2023)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-56'''
:*''Accessories'': Claw
: Also part of the seventh wave of ''Legacy: Evolution'', Trashmaster transforms into a post-apocalyptic garbage truck. He includes a large shovel claw weapon, which can be held in robot mode, and serves as an opening trash loading hopper in truck mode. Trashmaster is the first Voyager Class figure to utilize the Weaponizer format. However, compared to the Deluxe scale Junkions from the same line, Trashmaster has the fewest number of parts that can be detached, leaving a massive chunk of torso... though this added stability does mean he can form the central component of [[Junkasaurus]]!
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===''Age of the Primes''===
[[File:TF-AOTP-Deluxe-Junkion-Jalopy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|''Age Of The Primes'' Jalopy]]
<ul class="iconlist"> {{Bp-a1|'''[[Jalopy#Age_of_the_Primes|Junkion Jalopy]]''' (Deluxe Class, 2026)}}
{{Bp-a1|'''[[Wreck-Gar_(Animated)#Age_of_the_Primes|Wreck-Gar]]''' (Voyager Class, [[2026]])}}</ul>

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==Notes==
[[File:Dreadnokcyborgs2.jpg|upright=.67|thumb|Spiked tires make for a very un-smooth ride.]]
[[File:Luxoflux-Junkion-Warrior-concept.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|"Oh, what a day! WHAT A LOVELY DAY!!"]]
*According to a [[Secret Files of Teletraan II|secret file on Autobots]], the Junkions are a "tribe of Autobots that dwells on the planet Junkion", ostensibly cementing their place as Transformers.
*In ''[[G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers II issue 3|G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers II #3]]'', the [[Dreadnok]]s, a [[Cobra]] biker gang, are shown to ride motorcycles that look just like the Junkions. The Dreadnoks claim to have found their new bikes in a junkyard at some point. No indication is given that the bikes are living Transformers, leaving it simply an [[Easter egg]] for the reader.
*The Junkions that appeared in the movie and their ship were given names in the ''[[Transformers: The Complete Ark]]'' book, which was released 23 years after the movie.
*At some point after [[2009]], a "movie" version of a generic Junkion warrior was conceived for a post-''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (Xbox 360/PS3/PC)|Revenge of The Fallen]]'' video game (unrelated to the ''[[Dark of the Moon]]'' franchise) in anticipation that [[Luxoflux]] would continue the live-action game series. Unfortunately Luxoflux was disbanded in 2010 by their parent company [[Activision]] and said plans never came to fruition. [[High Moon Studios]] (which is also a subsidiary of Activision) took on the role instead, leading the development of a third game in [[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (Xbox 360/PS3)|an entirely different direction]].
* The ''[[Transformers: Cyberworld (toyline)|Cyberworld]]'' [[Snarl (Cyberworld)#Toys|Dinobot Snarl]] toy, while still turning into a ''Stegosaurus'', is styled after the Junkions, with asymmetrical junky detailing and the rusty coloration. Nothing in the line has so far made the explicit connection to the Junkions, but if you want to say he's also a Junkion, we're not going to stop you.

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Junkion''' (ジャンキオン ''Jankion'')
*''French:'' '''Clocharion''' (France, from ''Clochard'', "Tramp-ion"), '''Ferrailleur''' (Canada, "Scrap dealer")
*''Russian:'' '''Musorshchiki''' (Мусорщики, "Scavengers")

==References==
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Mirage (Cyberworld)

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Boingus: /* Trivia */

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{{Disambig3|Mirage}}
:''Mirage is an [[Autobot]] from [[Transformers: Cyberworld (franchise)|Cyberworld]].''

[[File:Cyberworld-Mirage tech specs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|What? It was obvious! He's the Red Spy!]]

'''Mirage''' isn't a bad guy at spark. Sure, he's fallen in with the wrong crowd. And, yeah, he might be taking orders from [[Megatron (Cyberworld)|an even worse boss]]. And, man, does he ''really'' like using his powers of illusion to trick people. But maybe all he needs is the right team by his side to turn over a new leaf.

==Fiction==
===''Cyberworld'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[Jack Ayres]] (English)|[[Idzi Dutkiewicz Sánchez]] (Latin-American Spanish), [[Rafael Quelle]] (Brazilian Portuguese)}}
[[File:CyberworldEp5 AutobotsSurrounded.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.67]]

Mirage and [[Sky-Byte (Cyberworld)|Sky-Byte]] were sent by Megatron to stop [[Optimus Prime (Cyberworld)|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (Cyberworld)|Bumblebee]], and [[Elita-1 (Cyberworld)|Elita-1]] from breaking into [[Cyber City (Cyberworld)|Cyber City]]. Mirage used his illusion powers to trick Bumblebee with a fake crate drop from afar, before revealing himself and his partner. He used his illusion powers to attack the group with a multitude of clones, as well as disguising himself as Sky-Byte, before attempting to flee. Bumblebee chased him down, and during a confrontation, dropped that they were looking for a way out via an Autobot shuttle. Mirage was interested, and tried to talk, but Bumblebee knocked him off a building, and he transformed too slowly to be able to fly away, hitting the ground in jet mode. Later, as they were chasing a retreatng Sky-Byte, the Autobot trio stumbled into an injured Mirage, asking for an alliance. {{storylink|Smoke & Mirrors}} The group snuck through the city and fought their way into a computer terminal, through which them attempted to acquire Scorponok's [[Tech Spec]]s to give them a chance to beat him, only to be cut off by the city's ruler, [[Starscream (Cyberworld)|Starscream]]. They tried to flee, but he cornered them in an alleyway, which spawned a mission. The goal was to be the last bot standing on a large levitating platform. Mirage tried to go it solo, but Starscream pounced on him, trying to tear off his wings before throwing him to the ground. He saved Elita-1 from being eliminated, only for both of them to be taken out by Starscream moments later. After Bumblebee was declared the winner, he was drained of Energon. He told the group he would stay in Cyber City and look for another way into the system, but told them to go look elsewhere for the strength needed to beat Scorponok. {{storylink|Screamer City Arena}}

Looking for energon, Mirage stumbled into a confrontation between the Autobot group, now including [[Grimlock (Cyberworld)|Grimlock]], and Megatron. He tried to slink away, but was caught by the Decepticon leader, and bullied into playing on his team for the activated module - a race to the top of a series of platforms. While he fell into a trap chaining him to fellow player [[Chop Shop (Cyberworld)|Chop Shop]], he was still able to make it first to the top, winning the match and the energon. Afterwards, Megatron dragged him away. {{storylink|What Goes Up}}

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==Toys==
===''Cyberworld''===
{{anchor|cyberchangers}}
[[File:TF-Cyberworld-Mirage.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|[[Dreadwind (G1)|Dreadwind]] called, he wants his body back.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Mirage''' (Cyber Changer, [[2025]])}}</ul>
:*''Environment: City

: Released as part of the standard ''[[Transformers: Cyberworld (toyline)|Cyberworld]]'' Cyber Changer assortment, Mirage is a four-inch figure, converting into a jet in four steps. Like all Cyber Changers, he has simple articulation, with ball joints at the shoulders and hips, and swivels at the knees.

:This mold was [[retool]]ed to make [[Starscream (Cyberworld)#Toys|Starscream]].
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==Trivia==
[[File:Cyberworld-Mirage trio Spiderman pointing ref.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|This is what your army building toys get up to when you're not looking.]]
* Mirage's character reveal video shows him doing the memetic "[[Spider-Man]] [https://knowyourmeme.com/news/tom-holland-tobey-maguire-and-andrew-garfield-recreate-a-classic-spider-man-meme-but-one-is-apparently-lying-about-his-butt-size pointing at himself]" pose with some holograms.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=You got me|link=https://x.com/HedlesChkn/status/1951738891771285796|name=Ali Lightfoot|site=Twitter|year=2025|month=08|day=02}}</ref>
* Per showrunner [[Ali Lightfoot]], Mirage has yet to pick a side, due to the show taking place "early enough in the general timeline."<ref>{{citesocial|quote=There are a number of factors, but the quickest I can give is that the events of the show happen early enough in the general timeline that he hasn't chosen a side in the war for Cybertron.|link=https://x.com/HedlesChkn/status/1959427447344210273|name=Ali Lightfoot|site=Twitter|year=2025|month=08|day=24}}</ref> Despite this, he still has an Autobot symbol in vehicle mode, and his character reveal model and toy feature an Autobot symbol on his right shoulder.

==Gallery==
<gallery>
File:Cyberworld-Mirage Jet mode.jpg|Mirage's jet mode
</gallery>

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
* [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/zIfD4sNfQV4 Character reveal]

[[Category:Cyberworld Autobots]]

Transformers: Cyberworld (cartoon)

2025-12-20T08:33:58Z

Boingus: /* Characters */ mirage has an autobot symbol in jet mode

{{Nav-cyberworld}}

[[File:TFCyberworld.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.66|Worlds will collide. Everything will change.]]

'''''Transformers: Cyberworld''''' is an animated web series showing on YouTube that debuted on [[July 12]], [[2025]], animated by [[Omens Studios]].

The series follows the adventures of [[Optimus Prime (Cyberworld)|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (Cyberworld)|Bumblebee]], and other [[Transformer]]s who have been transported to a mysterious digital "[[Cyberworld (location)|Cyberworld]]", forced to participate in its numerous "games" in order to survive.

{{bigquote|''Transformers, 'till all are one Fight it out for the energon Figure out whose side you're on In Cyberworld, 'till all! Are! One!'' |The [[theme song]].}}

==Storyline==
[[Autobot]]s and [[Decepticon]]s alike find themselves pulled by an unknown force into the virtual realm of the Cyberworld. There they find themselves needing to compete in a gauntlet of extreme games and challenges, where victory is rewarded with power and enhancements, while failure drains the very energon from them. Alliances are made and broken as some seek a way to escape while others seek power, glory, and the creation of new empires. Meanwhile, the question hangs over them: how did they get here, and ''who'' or ''what'' is behind it all?

==Characters==
{{Featuredcharacters
|c1=
* [[Optimus Prime (Cyberworld)|Optimus Prime]] ([[Kyle Kaczmarczyk]])
* [[Bumblebee (Cyberworld)|Bumblebee]] (Kyle Kaczmarczyk)
* [[Elita-1 (Cyberworld)|Elita-1]] ([[Jessica Carroll]])
* [[Grimlock (Cyberworld)|Grimlock]] ([[James Alexander]])
* [[Snarl (Cyberworld)|Snarl]] (James Alexander)
* [[Mirage (Cyberworld)|Mirage]] ([[Jack Ayres]])
* [[Wheeljack (Cyberworld)|Wheeljack]] (Jack Ayres)

|c2=
* [[Megatron (Cyberworld)|Megatron]] (James Alexander)
* [[Scorponok (Cyberworld)|Scorponok]] (Jack Ayres)
* [[Sky-Byte (Cyberworld)|Sky-Byte]] (Jack Ayres)
* [[Chop Shop (Cyberworld)|Chop Shop]] (James Alexander)
* [[Galvatron (Cyberworld)|Galvatron]] (James Alexander)

|c4=
* [[Starscream (Cyberworld)|Starscream]] ([[Shogo Miyakita]])

|c5=
* [[NPC Narrator]] (Jessica Carroll)

}}

==Episodes==
{{collist|3|
#[[Commence Program]]
#[[Prime Target (Cyberworld)|Prime Target]]
#[[Crate Point, Well Fought]]
#[[River Race Ruckus]]
#[[Smoke & Mirrors]]
#[[Screamer City Arena]]
#[[Hunter vs Hunted]]
#[[What Goes Up]]
#[[Storm the Desert]]
#[[A Bug's Lie]]
#[[Game-a-Tron]]
#[[Oh Scrap!]]
#[[Carousel Chaos]]
#[[Shoot 'N' Loot]]
#[[Heading to New Heist]]
#[[That's Gotta Sting (Part 1)]]
#[[That's Gotta Sting (Part 2)]]
#[[Escape Velocity]]
#[[Torn Apart]]
}}

==Trivia==
* Episodes of ''Cyberworld'' generally finish production "shortly before they go live".<ref>{{citesocial|quote=I should also note that we are real tight on our turnarounds. Episodes complete shortly before they go live - it isn't like we're holding back on episodes to tease you guys.|link=https://twitter.com/HedlesChkn/status/1953871971067769004|name=Ali Lightfoot|site=Twitter|year=2025|month=08|day=08}}</ref> At the time of the first few episodes' release, the writers were working on episodes in the 20s, with the finale having been planned out in advance.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=The finale is already planned and we're in the mid-20s on writing - so I'm glad you're happy so far! 😂|link=https://twitter.com/HedlesChkn/status/1953881025353843077|name=Ali Lightfoot|site=Twitter|year=2025|month=08|day=08}}</ref>
* This is the first ''Transformers'' series to use a predominantly European voice cast.
* To increase SEO and appease the soulless YouTube algorithm, ''Cyberworld'' episodes are typically given overly descriptive plot synopses as video titles, with no title card in the episode itself and the video title frequently changing after release (sometimes up to three times in a single day). New episodes are also compiled with older episodes to increase run time, with the lone episode releasing five days later, having their own different titles. However, the episodes also have official titles given by the production team, which are the names {{SITENAME SHORT}} uses for our corresponding articles. The titles for the first ten episodes were provided by showrunner [[Ali Lightfoot]] via social media, before being integrated into the end credits starting with episode 11.
* Like the toys, characters belong to either [[Autobot]] or [[Decepticon]] factions—but after their arrival on Cyberworld, their previous allegiances have somewhat broken down. [[Starscream (Cyberworld)|Starscream]], for example, has painted over his insignia with his own face! Nevertheless, Optimus Prime and Megatron are sometimes able to rely on old loyalties.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Sides were formed in the war for Cybertron - but since landing on this new world, all bets are off. Some fall into old habits, others are doing their own thing. (They're all just survivors here. 😉) Megs also just assumes he can tell anyone what to do (and rarely proven wrong.)|link=https://twitter.com/HedlesChkn/status/1964365773687677319|name=Ali Lightfoot|site=Twitter|year=2025|month=09|day=06}}</ref>

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7VEq3tXc6htxiCMULWtNNf1UXtWreLvs Official ''Transformers: Cyberworld'' playlist on YouTube]

[[Category:Web series]]

Carousel Chaos

2025-12-20T08:25:07Z

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{{episode
|otherseries=''[[Transformers: Cyberworld (cartoon)|Transformers: Cyberworld]]'' episode 13
|prev=Oh Scrap!
|next=Shoot 'N' Loot
|title=Carousel Chaos
|season=1
|season ep=13
|image=Optimus tries to help Grimlock up.jpg
|caption="Long Live the King!"
|production company=[[Hasbro Entertainment]]
|airdate=[[October 25]], 2025
|writers=[[Ali Lightfoot]]
|animation studio=[[Omens Studio LTD]]
|continuity=Cyberworld
|video=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OxocC3-essA
|videosite=YouTube
}}

'''It's every bot out for themself as Autobots race against Decepticons to press the button that will allow them to win!'''

==Synopsis==
A green light shines in the desert, indicating the beginning of a challenge. [[Optimus Prime (Cyberworld)|Optimus Prime]], [[Elita-1 (Cyberworld)|Elita-1]], and [[Bumblebee (Cyberworld)|Bumblebee]] tiredly stumble upon this challenge and enter it, hoping it will be easy. Much to their displeasure, they soon find out that the game appears to be glitched, and all three fall through the sand and into the game's arena. The arena is a dark space filled with floating platforms that surround a larger platform with a button at its center. The fall seems to trigger another flashback from Optimus, one in which the purple power-up from earlier features prominently. After [[Grimlock (Cyberworld)|Grimlock]] and [[Mirage (Cyberworld)|Mirage]] also fall in, Grimlock sarcastically remarks that Prime isn't looking all that good, and Mirage continues, stating that this whole program feels off. [[Starscream (Cyberworld)|Starscream]], [[Sky-Byte (Cyberworld)|Sky-Byte]], and [[Megatron (Cyberworld)|Megatron]] land next, with Elita none too happy about the appearance of Sky-Byte. Megatron takes a brief moment to comment about the convenience of all the bots he wants offline being in one room, and verbally spars with Starscream before the fight begins.

With all the contestants assembled, the game can finally start, and the [[Narrator]] tells everyone that they must press the button in the center of the battlefield to win. Bumblebee goes first, recklessly stepping onto a red platform, which falls to the abyss beneath his feet, forcing him to quickly move to a blue platform. Megatron begins shortly after Bee, jumping through the floating patches of ground like it's second nature, only coming to a stop when the platform in front of him turns red. Starscream takes this opportunity to try and eliminate Megatron, but is quickly kicked into Optimus, triggering Prime's second round of flashbacks for the day. Megatron proceeds to press the button that is now within his reach, but due to being in its blue "treat" phase, it gives all his foes a power boost instead of eliminating them like he had hoped. Emboldened by his increased strength, Mirage tries to take on Megatron, only to be quickly thrown into the abyss and removed from the competition.

Starscream attempts to menace Optimus, but is convinced by Prime to assist in fighting Megatron instead. Optimus leads the charge, making Megatron think that he's clashing with Optimus, only for Starscream to launch a surprise attack. After a brief exchange of blows between all three of them, the Decepticon leader comes out on top, taking the time to gloat at Optimus. Starscream, however, manages to surprise Megatron once more by grabbing him, triumphantly announcing to Megs that his nemesis has won. Megatron knocks Starscream off of him with ease, explaining that Starscream is not his nemesis; Optimus Prime is. The truth enrages Starscream, causing him to lunge at Megatron, hurling them both into the pit below.

Elita-1 reaches the center platform soon after, with Sky-Byte not far behind her. Ignoring Optimus's protests, Elita presses the button while it's in its red "trick" phase, causing all the red platforms to start falling, including the ones Bumblebee and Grimlock are standing on. Distraught, Optimus runs after his fellow Autobots while Elita shoots at Sky-Byte's grappling hook, preventing him from latching on to a platform and causing him to be eliminated. Elita then goes to follow Optimus, but he tells her to guard the center platform. With Elita agreeing to keep watch and Bumblebee assuring him of his well-being, Optimus moves to help Grimlock, who is unable to get off the edge of the platform he's on. Unfortunately for both of them, Grimlock's platform gives way soon after Optimus arrives. Optimus quickly grabs another platform, but can barely hang on to it. Grimlock tells Optimus to let him go and Optimus does, joining the others in the center as they watch Megatron and Starscream fight.

Bumblebee presses the button while it's red to try to get the two Decepticons eliminated. As the room is filled with vision-hindering smoke, Optimus has a third flashback, causing him to press the button while it's blue. The button press sets off the challenge's win condition, and with Starscream being defeated previously, Optimus, Bumblebee, Elita, and Megatron are declared winners. Megatron tells Optimus that his hesitation is a weakness before they are separated.

Back in the jungle, Megatron spots a [[Galvatron (Cyberworld)|large flying creature]]. Meanwhile, Optimus's memories continue to surge forth, and Elita asks him if he's alright.

==Featured Characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Bumblebee (Cyberworld)|Bumblebee]] (1)
*[[Optimus Prime (Cyberworld)|Optimus Prime]] (2)
*[[Elita-1 (Cyberworld)|Elita-1]] (3)
*[[Grimlock (Cyberworld)|Grimlock]] (4)

|c2=
*[[Starscream (Cyberworld)|Starscream]] (6)
*[[Sky-Byte (Cyberworld)|Sky-Byte]] (7)
*[[Megatron (Cyberworld)|Megatron]] (8)
*[[Galvatron (Cyberworld)|Galvatron]] (9)
|c4=
*[[Mirage (Cyberworld)|Mirage]] (5)
}}

==Quotes==
"You have been bested, Megatron. Emperor Starscream, your greatest nemesis, has won!" 
''[Megatron laughs]'' 
"Prime is my nemesis, Starscream." 
''[Knocks him to the ground]'' 
"You are a mere nuisance."
:—'''Megatron''' clears up '''Starscream's''' misconception.

"Win requires sacrifice. Let me go."
:—'''Grimlock''' proves he is not a hypocrite.

"Hesitation is weakness Prime, and weakness cannot be afforded."
:—'''Megatron''' helpfully lays down his philosophy.

==Notes==
===Continuity notes===
* Optimus, Bumblebee and Elita are all exhausted after Galvatron drained them of their EXP in the [[Oh Scrap!|last episode]].
* Elita-1 continues to hold her grudge against Sky-Byte for [[River Race Ruckus|"eliminating" her old teammates]].
* Megatron makes reference to the city Starscream has [[Smoke & Mirrors|taken over]].

===Character levels===
* Megatron is at level seven.
* Optimus Prime starts at the bottom of level one but makes it halfway to level two thanks to Megatron's poorly timed button press.
* Starscream is at low level six.

===Transformers references===
* Starscream's two-headed spear homages ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (toyline)|Dark of the Moon]]'' [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#Deluxe Class toys 2|Deluxe Class Starscream]]'s [[MechTech]] weapon.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=bit of an homage to this guy [''image of DOTM Deluxe Starscream'']
|link=https://twitter.com/HedlesChkn/status/1982350739822526716#m|name=Ali Lightfoot|site=Twitter|year=2025|month=10|day=26}}</ref>
* In addition to his previously revealed [[Storm the Desert|mouth]], Grimlock is shown to have two eyes behind his retractable visor. While it is not uncommon for Grimlock to have eyes, they are notably blue when compared to his red visor, likely referencing the color differences between the [[Grimlock (G1)|original Grimlock]]'s toy and cartoon model.

===Real world references===
* The NPC Narrator uses the [[Halloween]] terms "Trick" and "Treat" for the negative and positive effects of the button respectively. This episode was aired the Saturday before the holiday.
* Right before shooting Sky-Byte’s grappling hook, Elita-1 tells him to “Smile you spawn of a-”, a parody of Chief Brody’s famous phrase from the ending of ''Jaws''.

===Trivia===
* Like [[Oh Scrap!]] before it, this episode was initially uploaded in a bundle alongside three previous episodes. This installment specifically was uploaded with "[[What Goes Up]]", "[[Prime Target (Cyberworld)|Prime Target]]", and "[[Screamer City Arena]]".

===Foreign localization===
'''French'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Appuie sur le bouton, Autobot !'''" ("Press the button, Autobot!")
:*''Original airdate:'' [[October 25]], 2025

'''German'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Drück den KNOPF, Autobot!'''"
:*''Alternate Title:'' "'''Megatron und der Verbotene Rote Knopf!'''"
:*''Original airdate:'' October 25, 2025
::*The episode was re-released on [[October 30]], 2025 with an alternative or YouTube title.

==References==
{{Reflist}}

[[Category:Cyberworld episodes]]

Starscream (Cyberworld)

2025-12-20T08:01:24Z

Boingus: /* Notes */

{{factions|decepticon|hofsilver}}
{{disambig3|Starscream}}
:''Starscream is a [[Decepticon]] from [[Transformers: Cyberworld (franchise)|Cyberworld]].''
[[File:Cyberworld Ep6 StarscreamDescends.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|This arena is binding, and it makes me king! See?! SEE?!]]

The vainglorious emperor '''Starscream''' is a very egotistical and power hungry bot. He currently rules over [[Cyber City (Cyberworld)|Cyber City]], enforcing his will with an army of drones, and making sure there are plenty of statues of his glorious visage. If you hear his howl across the skies, it may already be too late for you.

==Fiction==
===''Cyberworld'' cartoon===
[[File:Cyberworld_Ep6_LazyStarscream.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.67|Boom, baby!]]
{{voiceactor|[[Shogo Miyakita]] (English)|[[César Beltrán]] (Latin-American Spanish, "Screamer City Arena"), [[Carlo Vázquez Díaz]] (Latin-American Spanish, second voice), [[Lucas Gama]] (Brazilian Portuguese)}}

Starscream was able to take over Cyber City by acquiring a map of [[Cyberworld (location)|Cyberworld]] which showed all possible crate drops and missions, allowing him to grab them before anyone else did. When [[Optimus Prime (Cyberworld)|Optimus Prime]] [[Bumblebee (Cyberworld)|and]] [[Elita-1 (Cyberworld)|his]] [[Mirage (Cyberworld)|allies]] tried to download information from one of his computer terminals, Starscream put the system into lockdown, and had his drones corner them in an alley, where he made himself known in his fully crowned glory. He took part in the "Last Bot Standing" mission that opened up behind them, trying to tear the wings off fellow jet Mirage and sparring with a rocket-powered Elita-1 before sending them both plummeting off the platform's edge. He delighted in seeing Optimus Prime and Bumblebee turn against each other, something [[Megatron (Cyberworld)|Megatron]] had supposedly never managed to cause, but it was a ruse to lure him in close, where Optimus grabbed him and took them both over the edge. As a result of losing, when he went to storm away in jet mode, he was drained of energon and crashed right into his own statue. {{storylink|Screamer City Arena}}
{{ongoing}}
{{--}}

==Toys==
===''Cyberworld''===
[[File:TF-Cyberworld-Starscream.jpeg|thumb|upright=1|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream''' (Cyber Changer, [[2025]])}}</ul>
:*''Environment'': City

: Released in the second wave of ''[[Transformers: Cyberworld (toyline)|Cyberworld]]'' Cyber Changers, Starscream stands about four inches tall and converts into a jet in four steps. As with other Cyber Changers, Starscream has minimal articulation, with ball-jointed shoulders and hips, plus hinged knees. His hands are [[5mm post|5mm port]]s and he has extra ports on the sides of his arms and on his back, but lacks the smaller [[flight stand]] port seen on many other figures in the line—despite being the one character who can actually fly!

: He shares a basic transformation scheme with most other Cyber Changers: lowering the front of the vehicle mode pushes down the legs and pushes out the shoulders at the same time. Compared to the other toys, Starscream has an extra joint in his nosecone so it can fold down the full 180 degrees.

: This mold was also used to make [[Mirage (Cyberworld)#Toys|Mirage]].

==Notes==
*Starscream's in-show character model embellishes the toy's relatively simple paint operations with extra blue and red details on the shins, waist, and wings—plus, of course, his own unique [[insignia]] in place of the toy's Decepticon badge.
*In "[[Screamer City Arena]]", [[Jack Ayres]] was miscredited to the role of Starscream in lieu of his actual voice actor Shogo Miyakita.
*Starscream's double-headed spear weapon is loosely based off the ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (toyline)|Dark of the Moon]]'' [[Starscream_(Movie)/toys#Deluxe_Class_toys_2|Deluxe Starscream]]'s [[MechTech]] [[Null-ray]] Cannons/Swords. <ref>https://x.com/HedlesChkn/status/1982350739822526716</ref>
* Starscream's character reveal video shows him with a clean Decepticon badge instead of his painted-on symbol.

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zr2ky1pVmsU Character reveal]

[[Category:Cyberworld Decepticons]]
[[Category:Hall of Fame characters]]

Carousel Chaos

2025-12-20T07:55:04Z

Boingus: /* Transformers references */

{{episode
|otherseries=''[[Transformers: Cyberworld (cartoon)|Transformers: Cyberworld]]'' episode 13
|prev=Oh Scrap!
|next=Shoot 'N' Loot
|title=Carousel Chaos
|season=1
|season ep=13
|image=Optimus tries to help Grimlock up.jpg
|caption="Long Live the King!"
|production company=[[Hasbro Entertainment]]
|airdate=[[October 25]], 2025
|writers=[[Ali Lightfoot]]
|animation studio=[[Omens Studio LTD]]
|continuity=Cyberworld
|video=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OxocC3-essA
|videosite=YouTube
}}

'''It's every bot out for themself as Autobots race against Decepticons to press the button that will allow them to win!'''

==Synopsis==
A green light shines in the desert, indicating the beginning of a challenge. [[Optimus Prime (Cyberworld)|Optimus Prime]], [[Elita-1 (Cyberworld)|Elita-1]], and [[Bumblebee (Cyberworld)|Bumblebee]] tiredly stumble upon this challenge and enter it, hoping it will be easy. Much to their displeasure, they soon find out that the game appears to be glitched, and all three fall through the sand and into the game's arena. The arena is a dark space filled with floating platforms that surround a larger platform with a button at its center. The fall seems to trigger another flashback from Optimus, one in which the purple power-up from earlier features prominently. After [[Grimlock (Cyberworld)|Grimlock]] and [[Mirage (Cyberworld)|Mirage]] also fall in, Grimlock sarcastically remarks that Prime isn't looking all that good, and Mirage continues, stating that this whole program feels off. [[Starscream (Cyberworld)|Starscream]], [[Sky-Byte (Cyberworld)|Sky-Byte]], and [[Megatron (Cyberworld)|Megatron]] land next, with Elita none too happy about the appearance of Sky-Byte. Megatron takes a brief moment to comment about the convenience of all the bots he wants offline being in one room, and verbally spars with Starscream before the fight begins.

With all the contestants assembled, the game can finally start, and the [[Narrator]] tells everyone that they must press the button in the center of the battlefield to win. Bumblebee goes first, recklessly stepping onto a red platform, which falls to the abyss beneath his feet, forcing him to quickly move to a blue platform. Megatron begins shortly after Bee, jumping through the floating patches of ground like it's second nature, only coming to a stop when the platform in front of him turns red. Starscream takes this opportunity to try and eliminate Megatron, but is quickly kicked into Optimus, triggering Prime's second round of flashbacks for the day. Megatron proceeds to press the button that is now within his reach, but due to being in its blue "treat" phase, it gives all his foes a power boost instead of eliminating them like he had hoped. Emboldened by his increased strength, Mirage tries to take on Megatron, only to be quickly thrown into the abyss and removed from the competition.

Starscream attempts to menace Optimus, but is convinced by Prime to assist in fighting Megatron instead. Optimus leads the charge, making Megatron think that he's clashing with Optimus, only for Starscream to launch a surprise attack. After a brief exchange of blows between all three of them, the Decepticon leader comes out on top, taking the time to gloat at Optimus. Starscream, however, manages to surprise Megatron once more by grabbing him, triumphantly announcing to Megs that his nemesis has won. Megatron knocks Starscream off of him with ease, explaining that Starscream is not his nemesis; Optimus Prime is. The truth enrages Starscream, causing him to lunge at Megatron, hurling them both into the pit below.

Elita-1 reaches the center platform soon after, with Sky-Byte not far behind her. Ignoring Optimus's protests, Elita presses the button while it's in its red "trick" phase, causing all the red platforms to start falling, including the ones Bumblebee and Grimlock are standing on. Distraught, Optimus runs after his fellow Autobots while Elita shoots at Sky-Byte's grappling hook, preventing him from latching on to a platform and causing him to be eliminated. Elita then goes to follow Optimus, but he tells her to guard the center platform. With Elita agreeing to keep watch and Bumblebee assuring him of his well-being, Optimus moves to help Grimlock, who is unable to get off the edge of the platform he's on. Unfortunately for both of them, Grimlock's platform gives way soon after Optimus arrives. Optimus quickly grabs another platform, but can barely hang on to it. Grimlock tells Optimus to let him go and Optimus does, joining the others in the center as they watch Megatron and Starscream fight.

Bumblebee presses the button while it's red to try to get the two Decepticons eliminated. As the room is filled with vision-hindering smoke, Optimus has a third flashback, causing him to press the button while it's blue. The button press sets off the challenge's win condition, and with Starscream being defeated previously, Optimus, Bumblebee, Elita, and Megatron are declared winners. Megatron tells Optimus that his hesitation is a weakness before they are separated.

Back in the jungle, Megatron spots a [[Galvatron (Cyberworld)|large flying creature]]. Meanwhile, Optimus's memories continue to surge forth, and Elita asks him if he's alright.

==Featured Characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Bumblebee (Cyberworld)|Bumblebee]] (1)
*[[Optimus Prime (Cyberworld)|Optimus Prime]] (2)
*[[Elita-1 (Cyberworld)|Elita-1]] (3)
*[[Grimlock (Cyberworld)|Grimlock]] (4)

|c2=
*[[Starscream (Cyberworld)|Starscream]] (6)
*[[Sky-Byte (Cyberworld)|Sky-Byte]] (7)
*[[Megatron (Cyberworld)|Megatron]] (8)
*[[Galvatron (Cyberworld)|Galvatron]] (9)
|c4=
*[[Mirage (Cyberworld)|Mirage]] (5)
}}

==Quotes==
"You have been bested, Megatron. Emperor Starscream, your greatest nemesis, has won!" 
''[Megatron laughs]'' 
"Prime is my nemesis, Starscream." 
''[Knocks him to the ground]'' 
"You are a mere nuisance."
:—'''Megatron''' clears up '''Starscream's''' misconception.

"Win requires sacrifice. Let me go."
:—'''Grimlock''' proves he is not a hypocrite.

"Hesitation is weakness Prime, and weakness cannot be afforded."
:—'''Megatron''' helpfully lays down his philosophy.

==Notes==
===Continuity notes===
* Optimus, Bumblebee and Elita are all exhausted after Galvatron drained them of their EXP in the [[Oh Scrap!|last episode]].
* Elita-1 continues to hold her grudge against Sky-Byte for [[River Race Ruckus|"eliminating" her old teammates]].
* Megatron makes reference to the city Starscream has [[Smoke & Mirrors|taken over]].

===Character levels===
* Megatron is at level seven.
* Optimus Prime starts at the bottom of level one but makes it halfway to level two thanks to Megatron's poorly timed button press.
* Starscream is at low level six.

===Transformers references===
* Starscream's arm cannon is based on his classic [[null-ray]], and his two-headed spear homages ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (toyline)|Dark of the Moon]]'' [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#Deluxe Class toys 2|Deluxe Class Starscream]]'s [[MechTech]] weapon.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=bit of an homage to this guy [''image of DOTM Deluxe Starscream'']
|link=https://twitter.com/HedlesChkn/status/1982350739822526716#m|name=Ali Lightfoot|site=Twitter|year=2025|month=10|day=26}}</ref>
* In addition to his previously revealed [[Storm the Desert|mouth]], Grimlock is shown to have two eyes behind his retractable visor. While it is not uncommon for Grimlock to have eyes, they are notably blue when compared to his red visor, likely referencing the color differences between the [[Grimlock (G1)|original Grimlock]]'s toy and cartoon model.

===Real world references===
* The NPC Narrator uses the [[Halloween]] terms "Trick" and "Treat" for the negative and positive effects of the button respectively. This episode was aired the Saturday before the holiday.
* Right before shooting Sky-Byte’s grappling hook, Elita-1 tells him to “Smile you spawn of a-”, a parody of Chief Brody’s famous phrase from the ending of ''Jaws''.

===Trivia===
* Like [[Oh Scrap!]] before it, this episode was initially uploaded in a bundle alongside three previous episodes. This installment specifically was uploaded with "[[What Goes Up]]", "[[Prime Target (Cyberworld)|Prime Target]]", and "[[Screamer City Arena]]".

===Foreign localization===
'''French'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Appuie sur le bouton, Autobot !'''" ("Press the button, Autobot!")
:*''Original airdate:'' [[October 25]], 2025

'''German'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Drück den KNOPF, Autobot!'''"
:*''Alternate Title:'' "'''Megatron und der Verbotene Rote Knopf!'''"
:*''Original airdate:'' October 25, 2025
::*The episode was re-released on [[October 30]], 2025 with an alternative or YouTube title.

==References==
{{Reflist}}

[[Category:Cyberworld episodes]]

Carousel Chaos

2025-12-20T07:43:32Z

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File:TFCyberworld.jpg

2025-12-19T16:21:18Z

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{{poster|source=for the ''[[Transformers: Cyberworld (cartoon)|Transformers: Cyberworld]]'' cartoon}}

[[Category:Cyberworld images]]

File:Legends-LGEX-Big-Powered-Sonic-Bomber.jpg

2025-12-19T08:41:04Z

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File:Legends-LGEX-Big-Powered-Roadfire.jpg

2025-12-19T08:40:36Z

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[[TakaraTomy]] stock photography of ''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' [[Roadfire]].

{{legendsstock}}

Jalopy

2025-12-19T07:29:10Z

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{{factions|junkion|autobot}}
:''Jalopy is an [[Autobot]] [[Junkion (species)|Junkion]] from the [[Transformers: Age of the Primes|Age of the Primes]] portion of the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''

[[File:AOTP-Jalopypackaging.jpg|thumb|200px|[[Mark Maher]] 🤝 [[Ron Witwicky]] ‎‎&emsp;‎‎&emsp;‎‎&emsp;Not getting you a [https://zobovor.tripod.com/jalopy_tfu.html Porsche] ]]

'''Jalopy''' is a respected explorer, who is always using the latest junk to power himself<ref name="SDCC">[https://youtu.be/a7Y30qeI_a4?t=201 YouTube recording] by [[Toys are Russ]] of the [[San Diego Comic-Con#2025|SDCC 2025]] ''Transformers'' panel, featuring [[Mark Maher]], [[Evan Brooks]] and [[Nate Purswell]]. Note, Jalopy is referred to with masculine pronouns by Brooks.</ref> up! He is also capable of splitting apart to power up his allies.
{{TOCclear}}

==Toys==
===''Age of the Primes''===
[[File:TF-AOTP-Deluxe-Junkion-Jalopy.jpg|thumb|right|400px|I'm never gonna get to be ''Machine Wars'' Hubcap, am I.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Junkion Jalopy''' (Deluxe Class, [[2026]])}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy name:'' '''Junkion Jalopy''' (ジャンキオンジャロピー)
:*''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''AOTP-27'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date:'' [[2026]] [[March 28]]
:*''Accessories'': Left & right engine block halves/blasters, left & right exhaust pipes, left & right thrusters, spiked shield
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Marcelo Matere]] (concept artist)<ref name="SDCC"/>}}

: Part of the fourth wave of ''[[Transformers: Age of the Primes|Age of the Primes]]'' Deluxe Class toys, "Junkion Jalopy" is... well, ''technically'' just a redeco, but not of a single toy. The main base is from the ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy: Evolution]]'' [[Axlegrease#Toys|Axlegrease]], itself a [[retool]] of [[Scraphook#Toys|Scraphook]] from the same line, transforming into a scrap-parts roadster in 17 steps. However, he still comes with the wheel shield from Scraphook, and uses the head from ''[[Buzzworthy Bumblebee]]'' [[Tow-Line (RID)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Tow-Line]]. Jalopy is the first version of the mold to not come with the hook.

: Jalopy retains the [[Evo-Fusion]] function gimmick, analogous to the [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System|Weaponizers]] from the ''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (franchise)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'' toylines: Jalopy's body splits apart to form [[5 mm post|5 mm]]-compatible armor, weapon, or vehicle parts for other toys. Unlike previous figures of this nature, Jalopy does not need to be disassembled to change from robot to vehicle and back.

:This version of the mold body was also used to make ''Legacy: United'' [[Lockdown (G1)#Legacy|Star Raider Lockdown]].

::*''[[Source:Transformers Age of the Primes bios#AOTP27|Machine translation of Jalopy's TakaraTomy bio]]''

{{--}}

==Notes==
* Jalopy was borne out of fan requests to have Axlegrease in the same colors as the other ''[[Studio Series]]'' / ''Legacy'' Junkions.<ref name="SDCC"/>

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Jalopy''' (ジャロピー ''Jaropī'')

==References==
{{reflist}}

[[Category:Age of the Primes Autobots]]
[[Category:Junkions]]
[[Category:Toy-only characters]]

Talk:Dinobot II

2025-12-19T06:38:35Z

Boingus:

In a demonstration of nitpickery, I propose moving this article to <nowiki>[[Dinobot 2 (BW)]]</nowiki>, as to the best of my knowledge the only time he's ever offically named anything other than just "Dinobot" is on the cover page of the BW story in the Dreamwave Summer Special, which used the numeral. --[[User:KilMichaelMcC|KilMichaelMcC]] 05:39, 22 May 2006 (UTC)

: I don't have any particular objections to this. Anyone? --[[User:M Sipher|M Sipher]] 05:47, 22 May 2006 (UTC)

::I'll agree. Also, does anyone else find his figure's weapon hard to peg to his hand? --[[User:King Starscream|King Starscream]] 13:51, 14 June 2007 (UTC)
:::Since <nowiki>[[Dinobot 2]]</nowiki> already just redirects to this page, we probably don't even need the (BW). -- [[User:Dark T Zeratul|Dark T Zeratul]] ([[User talk:Dark T Zeratul|talk]]) 19:47, 28 October 2015 (EDT)
::::Uh, DTZ, you DID notice that this conversation started almost a DECADE ago? And, after the first day, wasn't replied to for OVER A YEAR. Said reply itself being over EIGHT years old by now. --[[User:Khajidha|Khajidha]] ([[User talk:Khajidha|talk]]) 20:53, 28 October 2015 (EDT)
:::::...Whoops, that's my bad. I saw it pop up in the recent changes (turns out someone had added something and then subsequently removed it), but didn't pay attention to the dates in the Talk page itself. -- [[User:Dark T Zeratul|Dark T Zeratul]] ([[User talk:Dark T Zeratul|talk]]) 17:46, 29 October 2015 (EDT)

==Naming options==
Compiling from the Community Portal archive: 

Toyline/toy packaging/bio = "Dinobot" 
BW cartoon = "Dinobot" 
3H comics = "Dinobot" 
BW Universe = "TM2 Dinobot" 
BC02 postcards = "Dinobot (Transmetal 2)" 
Dreamwave = "Dinobot 2" 
IDW BW 2006 = "Dinobot II" 
Battle Tactics = "Dinobot Transmetal II" 
Earth Wars = "Dinobot II" 
--[[User:Thylacine 2000|Thylacine 2000]] ([[User talk:Thylacine 2000|talk]]) 16:31, 31 July 2024 (EDT)
:And both the Dreamwave and IDW ones were never actually diagetic, either. The in-story dialogue in the Dreamwave story, and the profile text in the IDW Sourcebook, only ever called him "Dinobot". The "2" came from an out-of-universe summary description, while the "II" was used in a page title to distinguish the TM2 clone from his namesake in the same manner that the eagle Silverbolt was distinguished from the Fuzor as "Silverbolt II", and how the BWII Magnaboss was distinguished from the original version as "Magnaboss II". And in the Index section of the Sourcebook's omnibus release, all of them were labeled as "Dinobot (II)", "Silverbolt (II)", and "Magnaboss (II)", further indicating that the "II" was merely used for encyclopedic organizational purposes in the book and was not actually part of these characters' in-universe names. --[[User:Sabrblade|Sabrblade]] ([[User talk:Sabrblade|talk]]) 17:30, 31 July 2024 (EDT)
::Wanted to revive this since we're coming up on 2 years of the move template being added. To be honest, I don't feel that strongly about it, but generally I'm pro-move to "Dinobot (TM2)", since I prefer in-universe names, and in real life, Dinobot 2/II wasn't used til many years after the cartoon. Also we have [[Prowl (TM2)]] so (TM2) isn't new ground or anything. [[User:Boingus|--Boingus]] ([[User talk:Boingus|talk]]) 01:38, 19 December 2025 (EST)

Talk:Dinobot II

2025-12-19T06:24:46Z

Boingus:

In a demonstration of nitpickery, I propose moving this article to <nowiki>[[Dinobot 2 (BW)]]</nowiki>, as to the best of my knowledge the only time he's ever offically named anything other than just "Dinobot" is on the cover page of the BW story in the Dreamwave Summer Special, which used the numeral. --[[User:KilMichaelMcC|KilMichaelMcC]] 05:39, 22 May 2006 (UTC)

: I don't have any particular objections to this. Anyone? --[[User:M Sipher|M Sipher]] 05:47, 22 May 2006 (UTC)

::I'll agree. Also, does anyone else find his figure's weapon hard to peg to his hand? --[[User:King Starscream|King Starscream]] 13:51, 14 June 2007 (UTC)
:::Since <nowiki>[[Dinobot 2]]</nowiki> already just redirects to this page, we probably don't even need the (BW). -- [[User:Dark T Zeratul|Dark T Zeratul]] ([[User talk:Dark T Zeratul|talk]]) 19:47, 28 October 2015 (EDT)
::::Uh, DTZ, you DID notice that this conversation started almost a DECADE ago? And, after the first day, wasn't replied to for OVER A YEAR. Said reply itself being over EIGHT years old by now. --[[User:Khajidha|Khajidha]] ([[User talk:Khajidha|talk]]) 20:53, 28 October 2015 (EDT)
:::::...Whoops, that's my bad. I saw it pop up in the recent changes (turns out someone had added something and then subsequently removed it), but didn't pay attention to the dates in the Talk page itself. -- [[User:Dark T Zeratul|Dark T Zeratul]] ([[User talk:Dark T Zeratul|talk]]) 17:46, 29 October 2015 (EDT)

==Naming options==
Compiling from the Community Portal archive: 

Toyline/toy packaging/bio = "Dinobot" 
BW cartoon = "Dinobot" 
3H comics = "Dinobot" 
BW Universe = "TM2 Dinobot" 
BC02 postcards = "Dinobot (Transmetal 2)" 
Dreamwave = "Dinobot 2" 
IDW BW 2006 = "Dinobot II" 
Battle Tactics = "Dinobot Transmetal II" 
Earth Wars = "Dinobot II" 
--[[User:Thylacine 2000|Thylacine 2000]] ([[User talk:Thylacine 2000|talk]]) 16:31, 31 July 2024 (EDT)
:And both the Dreamwave and IDW ones were never actually diagetic, either. The in-story dialogue in the Dreamwave story, and the profile text in the IDW Sourcebook, only ever called him "Dinobot". The "2" came from an out-of-universe summary description, while the "II" was used in a page title to distinguish the TM2 clone from his namesake in the same manner that the eagle Silverbolt was distinguished from the Fuzor as "Silverbolt II", and how the BWII Magnaboss was distinguished from the original version as "Magnaboss II". And in the Index section of the Sourcebook's omnibus release, all of them were labeled as "Dinobot (II)", "Silverbolt (II)", and "Magnaboss (II)", further indicating that the "II" was merely used for encyclopedic organizational purposes in the book and was not actually part of these characters' in-universe names. --[[User:Sabrblade|Sabrblade]] ([[User talk:Sabrblade|talk]]) 17:30, 31 July 2024 (EDT)
::Wanted to revive this since we're coming up on 2 years of the move template being added. Don't really feel that strongly about it but I am pro-moving to "Dinobot (TM2)". [[User:Boingus|--Boingus]] ([[User talk:Boingus|talk]]) 01:24, 19 December 2025 (EST)

Transformers: Cyberworld (cartoon)

2025-12-06T21:17:22Z

Boingus: /* Characters */

{{Nav-cyberworld}}

[[File:TFCyberworld.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.66|Worlds will collide. Everything will change.]]

'''''Transformers: Cyberworld''''' is an animated web series showing on YouTube that debuted on [[July 12]], [[2025]], animated by [[Omens Studios]].

The series follows the adventures of [[Optimus Prime (Cyberworld)|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (Cyberworld)|Bumblebee]], and other [[Transformer]]s who have been transported to a mysterious digital "[[Cyberworld (location)|Cyberworld]]", forced to participate in its numerous "games" in order to survive.

{{bigquote|''Transformers, 'till all are one Fight it out for the energon Figure out whose side you're on In Cyberworld, 'till all! Are! One!'' |The [[theme song]].}}

==Storyline==
[[Autobot]]s and [[Decepticon]]s alike find themselves pulled by an unknown force into the virtual realm of the Cyberworld. There they find themselves needing to compete in a gauntlet of extreme games and challenges, where victory is rewarded with power and enhancements, while failure drains the very energon from them. Alliances are made and broken as some seek a way to escape while others seek power, glory, and the creation of new empires. Meanwhile, the question hangs over them: how did they get here, and ''who'' or ''what'' is behind it all?

==Characters==
{{Featuredcharacters
|c1=
* [[Optimus Prime (Cyberworld)|Optimus Prime]] ([[Kyle Kaczmarczyk]])
* [[Bumblebee (Cyberworld)|Bumblebee]] (Kyle Kaczmarczyk)
* [[Elita-1 (Cyberworld)|Elita-1]] ([[Jessica Carroll]])
* [[Grimlock (Cyberworld)|Grimlock]] ([[James Alexander]])
* [[Snarl (Cyberworld)|Snarl]] (James Alexander)
* [[Wheeljack (Cyberworld)|Wheeljack]] ([[Jack Ayres]])

|c2=
* [[Megatron (Cyberworld)|Megatron]] (James Alexander)
* [[Sky-Byte (Cyberworld)|Sky-Byte]] (Jack Ayres)
* [[Scorponok (Cyberworld)|Scorponok]] (Jack Ayres)
* [[Chop Shop (Cyberworld)|Chop Shop]] (James Alexander)
* [[Galvatron (Cyberworld)|Galvatron]] (James Alexander)

|c4=
* [[Starscream (Cyberworld)|Starscream]] ([[Shogo Miyakita]])
* [[Mirage (Cyberworld)|Mirage]] (Jack Ayres)

|c5=
* [[NPC Narrator]] (Jessica Carroll)

}}

==Episodes==
{{collist|3|
#[[Commence Program]]
#[[Prime Target (Cyberworld)|Prime Target]]
#[[Crate Point, Well Fought]]
#[[River Race Ruckus]]
#[[Smoke & Mirrors]]
#[[Screamer City Arena]]
#[[Hunter vs Hunted]]
#[[What Goes Up]]
#[[Storm the Desert]]
#[[A Bug's Lie]]
#[[Game-a-Tron]]
#[[Oh Scrap!]]
#[[Carousel Chaos]]
#[[Shoot 'N' Loot]]
#[[Heading to New Heist]]
#[[That's Gotta Sting (Part 1)]]
#[[That's Gotta Sting (Part 2)]]
#[[Escape Velocity]]
}}

==Trivia==
* Episodes of ''Cyberworld'' generally finish production "shortly before they go live".<ref>{{citesocial|quote=I should also note that we are real tight on our turnarounds. Episodes complete shortly before they go live - it isn't like we're holding back on episodes to tease you guys.|link=https://x.com/HedlesChkn/status/1953871971067769004|name=Ali Lightfoot|site=Twitter|year=2025|month=08|day=08}}</ref> At the time of the first few episodes' release, the writers were working on episodes in the 20s, with the finale having been planned out in advance.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=The finale is already planned and we're in the mid-20s on writing - so I'm glad you're happy so far! 😂|link=https://x.com/HedlesChkn/status/1953881025353843077|name=Ali Lightfoot|site=Twitter|year=2025|month=08|day=08}}</ref>
* To increase SEO and appease the soulless YouTube algorithm, ''Cyberworld'' episodes are typically given overly descriptive plot synopses as video titles, with no title card in the episode itself and the video title frequently changing after release (sometimes up to three times in a single day). New episodes are also compiled with older episodes to increase run time, with the lone episode releasing five days later, having their own different titles. However, the episodes also have official titles given by the production team, which are the names {{SITENAME SHORT}} uses for our corresponding articles. The titles for the first ten episodes were provided by showrunner [[Ali Lightfoot]] via social media, before being integrated into the end credits starting with episode 11.
* Like the toys, characters belong to either [[Autobot]] or [[Decepticon]] factions—but after their arrival on Cyberworld, their previous allegiances have largely broken down. [[Starscream (Cyberworld)|Starscream]], for example, has painted over his insignia with his own face! Nevertheless, Optimus Prime and Megatron are sometimes able to rely on old loyalties.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Sides were formed in the war for Cybertron - but since landing on this new world, all bets are off. Some fall into old habits, others are doing their own thing. (They're all just survivors here. 😉) Megs also just assumes he can tell anyone what to do (and rarely proven wrong.)|link=https://x.com/HedlesChkn/status/1964365773687677319|name=Ali Lightfoot|site=Twitter|year=2025|month=09|day=06}}</ref>

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7VEq3tXc6htxiCMULWtNNf1UXtWreLvs Official ''Transformers: Cyberworld'' playlist on YouTube]

[[Category:Web series]]

Jack Ayres

2025-12-06T21:17:09Z

Boingus: /* Cyberworld */

{{disambig3|Jack}}
'''Jack Ayres''' is a Welsh actor. His voice has featured in plenty of video games, including ''Baldur's Gate 3'' and ''Black Myth: Wukong''.

==Voice roles==
===''[[Transformers: Cyberworld (cartoon)|Cyberworld]]''===
*[[Sky-Byte (Cyberworld)|Sky-Byte]]
*[[Scorponok (Cyberworld)|Scorponok]]
*[[Mirage (Cyberworld)|Mirage]]
*[[Wheeljack (Cyberworld)|Wheeljack]]

==Notes==
*In "[[Screamer City Arena]]", Ayres was miscredited to the role of [[Starscream (Cyberworld)|Starscream]] in lieu of his actual voice actor [[Shogo Miyakita]].

==External links==
[https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10907178/ IMDB Profile]

[[Category:English voice actors]]

Transformers: EarthSpark (cartoon)

2025-12-05T09:11:02Z

Boingus: /* Characters */

{{Nav-earthspark}}
[[File:Transformers-EarthSpark-Poster-Nick.jpg|thumb|upright=1.6|[[Nick Roche|By Nick,]] [[Nickelodeon|for Nick]].]]
'''''Transformers: EarthSpark'' ''' is an animated series that made its debut in November [[2022]] in support of the [[franchises|franchise]] of [[Transformers: EarthSpark (franchise)|the same name]]. First announced on [[February 25]], [[2021]], alongside ''[[Transformers: BotBots (cartoon)|Transformers: BotBots]]'',<ref>[https://deadline.com/2021/02/nickelodeon-orders-transformers-animated-comedy-series-hasbro-franchise-1234700661/ Nickelodeon Orders 'Transformers' Animated Series Based On Hasbro Franchise — Deadline]</ref> the series was co-produced by [[Entertainment One]], [[Hasbro Entertainment]] and [[Nickelodeon Animation Studio]]. In the U.S., the series premiered on [[Paramount+]] on [[November 11]], 2022 with the first 10 episodes of the season. The series also airs on [[Nickelodeon]], with the first two episodes premiering on the same date as a special preview, and the rest of the series premiering on [[February 10]], 2023; a Japanese release followed in October 2023. Following a normal-length first season, the series split its original second season into smaller ones [[Netflix]]-style for the remainder of its run, with the new second and third seasons premiering in June and October 2024 respectively, and a final pair of extended-length specials premiering in December 2025.

{{bigquote|What you are doesn't define who you are. We are all -- MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE!|Tagline}}

==Premise==
Fifteen years after the end of the [[Great War (ES)|war]] between the [[Autobot]]s and [[Decepticon]]s, young [[human]]s [[Robby Malto|Robby]] and [[Mo Malto]] are struggling to adapt after moving from [[Philadelphia]] to the small town of [[Witwicky (town)|Witwicky]], [[Pennsylvania]]. When they find a [[Emberstone|strange object]] in a cave, it grants them mysterious robotic [[cyber-sleeve]]s and gives life to [[Twitch]] and [[Thrash (ES)|Thrash]]—the first ever [[Transformer]]s to be born on [[Earth]]. Bonded to them through their cyber-sleeves, the Maltos adopt the two [[Terran]]s into their family. The Autobots, now working with [[Megatron (ES)|Megatron]] and the secret human organization [[G.H.O.S.T.]] to protect Earth from the remaining rogue Decepticons, reach out to the Maltos and offer the Terrans the chance to be mentored by [[Bumblebee (ES)|Bumblebee]]. With new threats on the horizon, such as the mad scientist [[Mandroid]] and the various Decepticons still at large, the Maltos work together to keep each other safe and learn more about each other, including what it truly means to be a family.

==Characters==
{{featuredcharacters|
|c1=
*[[Bumblebee (ES)|Bumblebee]] ([[Danny Pudi]])
*[[Optimus Prime (ES)|Optimus Prime]] ([[Alan Tudyk]])
*[[Elita-1 (ES)|Elita-1]] ([[Cissy Jones]])
*[[Wheeljack (ES)|Wheeljack]] ([[Michael T. Downey]])
*[[Grimlock (ES)|Grimlock]] ([[Keith David]])
*[[Arcee (ES)|Arcee]] ([[Martha Marion]])
*[[Cosmos (ES)|Cosmos]] ([["Weird Al" Yankovic]])
*[[Prowl (ES)|Prowl]] ([[Eric Bauza]])
*[[Hot Rod (ES)|Hot Rod]] (Eric Bauza)
*[[Mirage (ES)|Mirage]] (Troy Baker)

|c2=
*[[Megatron (ES)|Megatron]] ([[Rory McCann]])
*[[Starscream (ES)|Starscream]] ([[Steve Blum]])
*[[Swindle (ES)|Swindle]] ([[Nolan North]])
*[[Hardtop (ES)|Hardtop]] (Nolan North)
*[[Skywarp (ES)|Skywarp]] ([[Nicole Dubuc]])
*[[Nova Storm (ES)|Nova Storm]] (Nicole Dubuc)
*[[Soundwave (ES)|Soundwave]] ([[Sean Kenin Reyes]])
**[[Frenzy (ES)|Frenzy]] ([[Tiana Camacho]])
**[[Laserbeak (ES)|Laserbeak]] ([[Jake Green]])
**[[Ravage (ES)|Ravage]]
*[[Breakdown (ES)|Breakdown]] ([[Roger Craig Smith]])
*[[Shockwave (ES)|Shockwave]] ([[Troy Baker]])
*[[Tarantulas (ES)|Tarantulas]] ([[Alfie Allen]])
*[[Scorponok (ES)|Scorponok]] (Roger Craig Smith)
*[[Bombshell (ES)|Bombshell]]
*[[Shrapnel (ES)|Shrapnel]]
*[[Skullcruncher (ES)|Skullcruncher]]
*[[Brawl (ES)|Brawl]]
*[[Octopunch (ES)|Octopunch]]
|h3=[[Terran]]s||c3=
;Malto family
*[[Twitch]] ([[Kathreen Khavari]])
*[[Thrash (ES)|Thrash]] ([[Zeno Robinson]])
*[[Hashtag (ES)|Hashtag]] ([[Stephanie Lemelin]])
*[[Jawbreaker (ES)|Jawbreaker]] ([[Cyrus Arnold]])
*[[Nightshade (ES)|Nightshade]] ([[Z Infante]])
;Chaos Terrans
*[[Aftermath (ES)|Aftermath]] ([[Flea]])
*[[Spitfire (ES)|Spitfire]] ([[Zelda Williams]])
;Titans
*[[Terratronus]] ([[Claudia Black]])
|h4=[[Human]]s||c4=
;Malto family
*[[Robby Malto]] ([[Sydney Mikayla]])
*[[Mo Malto]] ([[Zion Broadnax]])
*[[Dot Malto]] ([[Benni Latham]])
*[[Alex Malto]] ([[Jon Jon Briones]])
;[[G.H.O.S.T.]]
*[[Karen Croft|Executive Agent Croft]] ([[Kari Wahlgren]])
*[[Mandroid]] ([[Diedrich Bader]])
*[[Jon Schloder|Agent Schloder]] ([[Marc Evan Jackson]])
*[[Bala|Agent Bala]] ([[Krizia Bajos]])
*[[Bagheri|Agent Bagheri]] (Kathreen Khavari)
*[[Kwan|Cadet Kwan]] ([[Sherry Cola]])
*[[Conway|Cadet Conway]] ([[Jason Marsden]])
*[[Rosato|Cadet Rosato]] ([[Kaitlyn Robrock]])
;Others
*[[Fairmaestro]] ([[Richard Ayoade]])
*[[Olive]] ([[Ryan Bartley]])
*[[Smelt|Mr. Smelt]] ([[Daran Norris]])
*[[Mischa]] ([[Grace Lu]])
*[[Bruno Lowe]] ([[Dasan Turner]])
*[[Stevie]] ([[Luca Diaz]])
*[[Sam (ES)|Sam]] ([[Alisha Mullally]])
*[[Taylor (ES)|Taylor]] (Kaitlyn Robrock)
*[[Hoagie]] ([[Jonny Cruz]])
|h5=Others||c5=
;[[Thirteen|Primes]]
*[[Quintus Prime]] ([[Clancy Brown]])
*[[Liege Maximo]] (Nolan North)
;[[Quintesson]]s
*[[Quintesson Judge (ES)|Quintesson Judge]] ([[Betsy Sodaro]])
*[[Quintesson Executioner (ES)|Quintesson Executioners]] ([[Fred Tatasciore]])
*[[Izzy (ES)|Izzy]] ([[Siena Agudong]])
;[[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticons]]
*[[Blitzwave]] (Nolan North)
*[[Razor-Fin]] (Steve Blum)
;Other
*[[V.A.L.]] (Cissy Jones)
*[[Arachnamech]]s
*[[Fluffy Ears]]
*[[Dweller (ES)|The Dweller]]
*[[Ghoid]]s
|nonumbering=true}}

==Episodes==
{{main|List of EarthSpark episodes}}

===Season 1===
{{collist|4|
# [[Secret Legacy, Part 1]]
# [[Secret Legacy, Part 2]]
# [[Moo-ving In]]
# [[House Rules]]
# [[Classified]]
# [[Traditions]]
# [[Friends and Family]]
# [[Decoy (episode)|Decoy]]
# [[Age of Evolution, Part 1]]
# [[Age of Evolution, Part 2]]
# [[Hashtag: Oops]]
# [[Outtakes]]
# [[Missed Connection]]
# [[Security Protocols]]
# [[Bear Necessities]]
# [[Warzone]]
# [[Home, Part 1]]
# [[Home, Part 2]]
# [[A Stygi Situation]]
# [[Disarmed]]
# [[What Dwells Within]]
# [[Prime Time (episode)|Prime Time]]
# [[Stowed Away, Stowaways]]
# [[The Battle of Witwicky]]
# [[The Last Hope, Part 1]]
# [[The Last Hope, Part 2]]
}}

===Season 2===
{{collist|4|
#[[Aftermath (ES episode)|Aftermath]]
#[[In Ruins]]
#[[Control Alt Delete]]
#[[The Butterfly Effect]]
#[[Togetherness]]
#[[Spitfire (episode)|Spitfire]]
#[[The Imposters]]
#[[Dude, Where's My Trailer?]]
#[[Witwicky, Part 1]]
#[[Witwicky, Part 2]]
}}

===Season 3===
{{collist|4|
#[[The Need for Read]]
#[[Attack of the Drive-In Movie]]
#[[The Great Escape]]
#[[No Soldier Left Behind]]
#[[Fire and Ice]]
#[[The Truth Is Out There]]
#[[Judgment Day, Part 1]]
#[[Judgment Day, Part 2]]
}}

===Season 4===
#[[Hometown Heroes]]
#[[Legacy of Hope]]

==Creative team==
The series was developed for television by [[Dale Malinowski]], [[Nicole Dubuc]], and [[Ant Ward]], who all served as executive producers; [[Ciro Nieli]] joined them in executive-producing the first two-parter, but stepped back to the role of "consulting producer" for the rest of the season. Dubuc also served as story editor for the first season, being joined in the role by [[Mae Catt]] partway through production. Other staff include supervising director [[Glen Murakami]]; storyboard directors [[J.J. Conway]], [[Matthew Humphreys]], [[Alex Kwan]], [[Sebastian Montes]], and [[Jordan Rosato]]; staff writers [[Bernard Badion]], [[Isabel Galupo]], and [[Maasai Singleton]]; character designers [[Nick Roche]] and [[Angelo Vilar]]; voice director [[Kristi Reed]]; and series composers [[Crush Effect]]. The season featured 3D [[computer-generated imagery|CG animation]] by Canadian production house [[Icon Creative Studio]].

''EarthSpark'' underwent a notable shakeup in production for its second season. Dubuc officially departed as executive producer and story editor, having already stepped away from the series halfway through the first season to work on a new project. Mae Catt also did not return as story editor, and was succeeded in the position by [[Amy Wolfram]]. The entire stable of storyboard directors and staff writers were also replaced: taking their places are directors [[Vinton Heuck|Vinton T. Heuck]], [[Will Ruzicka]], [[Scooter Tidwell]], and [[Sheldon Vella]], and writers [[Ian Busch]] and [[Matt Wayne]]. Animation duties were transferred to Indian animation studio [[88 Pictures]]; series CG Supervisor [[Michael Launder]] explained that the change of studio was due to the fact that the stresses of production during season one had caused "the mental health and well being" of the Icon and Nick teams to suffer.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Some background: hasbro and nick decided to switch to a new studio as the mental health and well being of icon and the nick team was suffering during S1.|link=https://twitter.com/mtlaunder/status/1799443950358692082|name=Michael Launder|site=Twitter|title=|year=2024|month=06|day=08}}</ref>

==Home video releases==
{{main|Paramount Pictures#EarthSpark}}
;United States
*''Transformers: EarthSpark'' - Season 1: Episodes 1-10 (2023)
*''Transformers: EarthSpark'' - Season 1: Episodes 11-26 (2024)

==Notes==
*The series was originally planned to premiere on Nickelodeon first, with international releases to follow. At Nickelodeon's upfront in March 2022, a newer announcement clarified that the series would premiere globally on Paramount+ in November 2022.<ref>[https://www.theilluminerdi.com/2022/03/30/transformers-earthspark-november/ Transformers: EarthSpark Rolls Out on Paramount+ This November]</ref> While its presence on the channel itself remained unclear leading up to release, the first two episodes also premiered on Nick the same day, both in the US and most international markets.
*Early in its development, the show was titled "''Transformers: Home World''".

===Foreign names===
*''Mandarin:'' '''''Biànxíng Jīngāng: Dìqiú Huǒzhǒng''''' (变形金刚：地球火种, "Transformers: EarthSpark")
*''Portuguese:'' '''''Transformers: A Centelha da Terra''''' ("Transformers: EarthSpark")
*''Spanish:'' '''''Transformers: La Chispa de la Tierra''''' ('Transformers: Earth Spark")
*''Polish:'' '''''Transformers - Iskra Ziemi''''' ("Transformers - Spark Of Earth")

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[https://www.paramountplus.com/shows/transformers-earthspark/ ''Transformers: EarthSpark'' on Paramount+]
*[https://www.nick.com/shows/transformers-earthspark/ EarthSpark on Nick.com]

{{DEFAULTSORT:Earthspark}}
[[Category:EarthSpark| ]]
[[Category:Television series]]

Transformers (2023) issue 26

2025-11-25T20:22:43Z

Boingus: /* Errors */

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|date=[[November 12]], [[2025]]
|coverdate=November 2025
|written by=[[Robert Kirkman]]
|art by=[[Dan Mora]]
|colors by=[[Mike Spicer]]
|letters by=[[Rus Wooton]]
|editor=[[Ben Abernathy]]
|publication design=[[Andres Juarez]]
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'''With new and unexpected allies alike, Optimus Prime must figure out how he and the Autobots will move forward on the path to ending their war.'''

==Synopsis==
[[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]] wildly opens fire on [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]] and [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]], still panicking after his experience in [[Cobra-La]] and screaming "DEATH TO THE AUTOBOTS!" He tries to remove [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]] from [[Teletraan I|Teletraan-1]], but both Skywarp and the [[Autobot]]s warn him that doing so will kill Skywarp. Thankfully, his rampage is halted by [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]], who rips the [[incendiary gun]]s off his arms. Thundercracker blames the Autobots for Skywarp's condition, not believing them when they say they lacked the capability to undo what [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] and [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] did. However, [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] then returns, accompanied by [[General Flagg]] and his supply of [[Energon]].

Recognizing that Thundercracker still has some nobility in him, Optimus tells the [[Seeker (body-type)|Seeker]] that they will use their new resources to repair Skywarp. Magnus is concerned about showing this level of mercy to a [[Decepticon]], but Optimus insists they have to find common ground as Cybertronians if they are to have any hope of ending the war. Flagg commends Optimus on his conflict resolution skills, and Optimus introduces the rest of the Autobots to their new human ally. Wheeljack is initially wary of the General, but is thankful upon seeing the recovered bodies of [[Mirage (G1)|Mirage]] and [[Bulkhead (G1)|Bulkhead]]. As the two discuss the rebuilding efforts in [[Chicago]], Wheeljack proposes that - with enough resources - he could build the city into something brand new, with state of the art defense capabilities, an offer Flagg readily accepts.

Some time later, Wheeljack reports that he should be able to get Teletraan working again, offering to repair Optimus once he's done, but Optimus insists they start repairs with those who need them most, in this case Skywarp (despite objections from Wheeljack and Magnus, both still uneasy at the presence of Thundercracker). Optimus then shares some of their Energon with the imprisoned Soundwave, but the reception of his kindness is far chillier than Thundercracker's. Optimus questions why Soundwave would remain so loyal to the Decepticons after they abandoned him, but ultimately leaves his prisoner to his Energon.

In Chicago, the Autobots are still aiding in cleanup alongside [[Carly (G1)|Carly]] and [[Spike Witwicky (G1)|Spike]]. [[Shredhead]] especially proves impressive to their new friends, managing to help [[Beachcomber (G1)|Beachcomber]] save a group of humans out from under some heavy debris. Meanwhile, at [[Shadow Watch]], [[Miles Mayhem]] examines the 3D scans that they took of Optimus Prime during his visit to their underground base. This will allow them to study the [[Transformer]]'s [[transformation]]. Mayhem asks the technician if he's shared this with General Flagg, believing the fewer people who know about this, the better. When the technician confirms Flagg doesn't, Mayhem pulls out a pistol and shoots him.

On [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], [[Elita One (G1)|Elita One]] tasks [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]] with venturing into Decepticon territory to recover the components of [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]'s [[space bridge]]. She sees it as an opportunity to redeem himself for his betrayal, but Cliffjumper insists he did the right thing to help [[Earth]]. Elita is tired of hearing about Earth, instead focusing on the plight of their fellow Autobots, many of whom lay in [[stasis lock]] around their base.

On the ''[[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'', Wheeljack has finished his repairs to both Teletraan and Skywarp. The Decepticon teleporter seems confused, but when Optimus tries to explain what happened, he attacks the Autobot leader. Wheeljack desperately tries to shield Teletraan from any stray blasts while Thundercracker tries to get his fellow Seeker to stop. However, it is to no avail, as Skywarp transforms and flies through the ship to escape. He comes across Soundwave, who tells him to return to the Decepticons and alert [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]. Thundercracker tries to talk Skywarp down, reminding him that it was their fellow Decepticons that mutilated Skywarp in the first place, but Skywarp insists that it was just desperation, and that things will return to normal with Megatron back. But Thundercracker refuses to go back, and so Skywarp simply transforms and flies away.

Aboard the ''[[Nemesis (G1)|Nemesis]]'', [[Scrapper (G1)|Scrapper]] and [[Rumble (G1)|Rumble]] have scoured the seafloor and found what little bits of Energon they could, bringing it before Megatron. Their leader is disappointed, as such a pittance is barely enough for his own repairs, let alone their entire forces. Scrapper suggests that they could overtake [[human]] energy generation and use that to create more Energon, but his suggestion is interrupted when Megatron falls to his knees, shrieking. The other Decepticons can do little else but look on as Megatron grabs his head in pain, his eyes glowing purple...

==Featured characters==
Characters in ''italic text'' appear only in flashbacks. 
{{Featuredcharacters
|c1=
* [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]] (1)
* [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] (2)
* [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] (5)
* [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] (6)
* [[Mirage (G1)|Mirage]] (8)
* [[Bulkhead (G1)|Bulkhead]] (9)
* [[Beachcomber (G1)|Beachcomber]] (11)
* [[Shredhead]] (13)
* [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]] (14)
* [[Silverbolt (G1)|Silverbolt]] (16)
* [[Trailbreaker (G1)|Trailbreaker]] (17)
* [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]] (20)
* [[Elita One (G1)|Elita One]] (21)
* [[Moonracer (G1)|Moonracer]] (22)
* [[Huffer (G1)|Huffer]] (23)
* [[Cosmos (G1)|Cosmos]] (24)
* [[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor]] (25)
* [[Kup (G1)|Kup]] (26)

|c2=
* [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]] (3)
* [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]] (4)
* [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] (10)
* [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] (27)
* [[Scrapper (G1)|Scrapper]] (28)
* [[Rumble (G1)|Rumble]] (29)
* [[Mixmaster (G1)|Mixmaster]] (30)
* [[Bonecrusher (G1)|Bonecrusher]] (31)
* [[Scavenger (G1)|Scavenger]] (32)
* [[Hook (G1)|Hook]] (33)
* [[Long Haul (G1)|Long Haul]] (34)

|c3=
* [[General Flagg]] (7)
* [[Carly (G1)|Carly]] (12)
* [[Spike Witwicky (G1)|Spike Witwicky]] (15)
* [[Miles Mayhem]] (18)
* [[Shadow Watch]] researcher (19)
}}

==Quotes==
"Optimus, is this wise?" 
"[[Thundercracker (G1)|He]] cares for his brethren, as we do. How can we ever hope to end the war if we cannot find common ground?" 
"I notice you said 'end', not 'win'." 
"Forgive me, friend. I find I cannot fathom an end to this conflict that would feel like a win."
:—'''Ultra Magnus''' and '''Optimus Prime'''

"It's okay. We're '''strong'''. We're going to get through this." 
"You sound just like him." 
"My dad?" 
"No. Optimus Prime."
:—'''Spike''' and '''Carly'''

"You always were '''weak'''. The Decepticons don't need you. You will not be missed."
:—'''Skywarp''' to Thundercracker

==Notes==
===Continuity notes===
* Skywarp was cannibalized by Starscream and Soundwave to repair Teletraan-1 back in [[Transformers (2023) issue 4|issue #4]].
* Carly remarks that Spike is sounding more like Optimus Prime, possibly as a side effect of their connecting through the [[Matrix of Leadership]] in [[Transformers (2023) issue 22|issue #22]].
* Shockwave's space bridge was destroyed in [[Transformers (2023) issue 12|issue #12]], when Optimus blew it up to save Earth, but stranding Elita and Cliffjumper back on Cybertron.
* Kup was last seen getting blown up in Elita's assault on Shockwave's lab in [[Transformers (2023) issue 7|issue #7]] and his body was seen in [[Transformers (2023) issue 15|issue #15]] being left behind by [[Bluestreak (G1)|Bluestreak]] when he recovered [[Warpath (G1)|Warpath]], claiming Kup was "gone." Evidently, Elita chose to recover him at some point, which is good since he isn't as gone as Streak believed.

===''Transformers'' references===
* Thundercracker uses his sonic boom attack, an ability first listed on his original [[Bob Budiansky]]-penned tech specs.
* Thundercracker's doubts about the Decepticon cause is an element pulled from his original profile. Past iterations have also played up this angle of the character, most notably his [[2005 IDW continuity]] [[Thundercracker (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|incarnation]].
* Scrapper's suggestion that the Decepticons could use human-based energy generators is a callback to the Decepticons' usual Energon-harvesting schemes in the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|Generation 1 cartoon]].
* Mayhem having the schematics of Optimus Prime recalls the origins of a few [[Nemesis Prime (Prime)|previous]] [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#Alternators toy bio| man-made]] [[Nemesis Prime (AOE)| recreations]] of the Autobot leader.
* Following Mora's usual use of toys as references for drawing, the ''Nemesis'' is based on its [[Nemesis (G1)#Legacy_2|''Legacy'' toy]].

===''M.A.S.K.'' references===
* Miles Mayhem is fascinated by Optimus Prime's transformative abilities, clearly foreshadowing the development of the signature transforming vehicles of [[M.A.S.K.]] and [[V.E.N.O.M.]].

===Real life references===
* The helicopters delivering supplies to the ''Ark'' are {{w|Boeing CH-47 Chinook}}s.

===Errors===
* Kup's cheeks are incorrectly colored like his helmet.
* On the final two pages, the gun barrel on Megatron's back is colored black like his fusion cannon instead of the proper gray.
* On the penultimate page, a "Lorem ipsum" placeholder text is placed between the bottom panels.
* Mayhem has a full scan of Optimus Prime, despite the Autobot leader still not having a fully-repaired right arm.

===Other notes===
* Energon Experience: Presented by Skybound Executive Editor Ben Abernathy.
** '''Character Spotlight:''' Skywarp
** '''Not Your Kup of Tea:''' Don't worry readers, Kup did indeed survive his seemingly-fatal ordeal from issue #7.
** '''Creator Spotlight:''' Ben asks letterer Rus Wooton what his [[alternate mode]] would be. Wooton suggests an amphibious vehicle so he could go on land and water.

===Covers (9)===
* '''Cover A:''' Optimus Prime versus Thundercracker, by [[David Nakayama]]
* '''Cover B:''' Shredhead, by [[Daniel Warren Johnson]] and Mike Spicer.
* '''Cover C:''' Connecting cover, by [[Jorge Corona]] and Mike Spicer.
* '''Cover D:''' The Decepticons, by [[Kael Ngu]].
* '''Cover E:''' Design for Optimus Prime, by Dan Mora and [[Andres Juarez]].

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File:Transformers 2023 26 Cover D.jpg|
File:Transformers 2023 26 Cover E.jpg|
File:Transformers 2023 26 Comickaze Cover.jpg|
File:Transformers 2023 26 The 616 Comics Cover A.jpg|
File:Transformers 2023 26 The 616 Comics Cover B.jpg|
File:Transformers 2023 26 John Giang Cover.jpg|
</gallery>

===Advertisement===
* Explore the Energon Universe in ''[[G.I. Joe (2024 comic)|G.I. Joe]]'' [[G.I. Joe (2024) issue 14|#14]] and [[G.I. Joe (2024) issue 15|#15]] and ''Transformers'' #27.
* The Quintesson War comes to ''[[Void Rivals]]'' [[Void Rivals issue 25|#25]]!
* ''The Art of ''Daniel Warren Johnson''
* ''Invincible Universe: Battle Beast'' Volume 1 TPB
* ''Blood & Thunder'' Volume 1 TPB

===Reprints===

==External links==

==References==
{{reflist}}

[[Category:Transformers (2023) issues]]

Transformers: Cyberworld (toyline)

2025-11-23T16:18:52Z

Boingus: /* Toys */

{{Nav-cyberworld}}

First unveiled at [[Toy Fair|Toy Fair 2025]], the '''''Transformers: Cyberworld''''' toyline follows the trend of the last decade's worth of cartoon tie-in lines by primarily targeting a younger audience with simpler and easy-to-transform figures. Unlike those previous cartoon toylines, however, which tended towards each price point being its own separate uniquely-gimmicked range of figures with characters repeating across the different ranges, ''Cyberworld'' is marketed on the premise of having "cross-compatibility at every scale".<ref>https://news.tfw2005.com/2025/03/01/transformers-cyberworld-toyline-revealed-533176#images</ref> Evoking the [[play pattern]] of classic action-figure-and-vehicle ranges like ''[[G.I. Joe (franchise)|G.I. Joe]]'', the toyline features a standardized four-inch scale for its core figures, thus allowing all of them to use the seats, gun turrets and other interactive elements found on the line's larger playset-style toys.

Character factions are given less prominence on the line's packaging than is traditional for ''Transformers'', with each toy instead branded first and foremost with one of the four environments found on the titular "[[Cyberworld_(location)|Cyberworld]]": city, desert, ocean and jungle. Some characters sport atypical [[alternate mode]]s to tie in with their assigned environment, and when the same character has multiple figures within the toyline, they are given a unique design for each environment.

==Toys==
===Cyber Changers===
The toyline's core assortment, these four-inch figures have articulation at the shoulders, hips, and knees. Their simple transformations make use of surprisingly complex [[autotransformation]] mechanisms in the torso to get you most of the way there in a single step.
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 1'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|[[Megatron (Cyberworld)#Cyber Changers|Megatron]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (Cyberworld)#Cyber Changers|Optimus Prime]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Sky-Byte (Cyberworld)#Toys|Sky-Byte]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Snarl (Cyberworld)#Toys|Snarl]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 2'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Cyberworld)#Toys|Bumblebee]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Elita-1 (Cyberworld)#Toys|Elita-1]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Wheeljack (Cyberworld)#Toys|Wheeljack]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Starscream (Cyberworld)#Toys|Starscream]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|
|
|width="20%" valign="top" rowspan=2|[[File:CybW-toy Snarl.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Cyber Changer Snarl]]
|}

===Armored Cyber Changers===
This assortment packages a standard four-inch Cyber Changer figure with a large weapon that makes use of some kind of geared mechanism, and can break down using [[5 mm post]]s.
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 1'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Cyberworld)#Armored Cyber Changers|Bumblebee]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Galvatron (Cyberworld)#Toys|Galvatron]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 2'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (Cyberworld)#Armored Cyber Changers|Optimus Prime]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Chop Shop (Cyberworld)#Toys|Chop Shop]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|
|
|width="20%" valign="top" rowspan=2|[[File:TF-Cyberworld-Armored-Bumblebee.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Armored Cyber Changer Bumblebee]]
|}

===Larger toys===
The Cyber Changers can hitch a ride on any of the larger toys, in either mode for Grimlock and Scorponok, and for the latter, up to three. The Scorponok playset is also the only toy to include lights and sounds.
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Ultimate Cyber Changer'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|[[Megatron (Cyberworld)#Ultimate Cyber Changers|Megatron]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Chomp and Battle'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Grimlock (Cyberworld)#Toys|Grimlock]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Strike Battle Set'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|[[Scorponok (Cyberworld)#Toys|Scorponok]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|
|
|width="20%" valign="top" rowspan=2|[[File:TF-Cyberworld-Scorponok.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Strike Battle Set Scorponok]]
|}

===Exclusives===
The following exclusivity applies only to North America.
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''[[Walmart]]'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|Cyber Changer [[Mirage (Cyberworld)#Toys|Mirage]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|
|
|width="20%" valign="top" rowspan=2|[[File:TF-Cyberworld-Mirage.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Cyber Changer Mirage]]
|}

==References==
{{reflist|1}}

[[Category:Cyberworld]]
[[Category:Toylines]]

Kyle Kaczmarczyk

2025-11-16T05:57:57Z

Boingus: /* Voice roles */

'''Kyle Kaczmarczyk''' is an Australian actor, having working experience in the UK and even Japan. His American accent is surprisingly convincing. Prior to acting in ''Transformers'', the majority of his roles were in stage and commercial voice overs.

==Voice roles==
===''[[Transformers: Cyberworld (cartoon)|Cyberworld]]''===
*[[Optimus Prime (Cyberworld)|Optimus Prime]]
*[[Bumblebee (Cyberworld)|Bumblebee]]
*Mysterious Voice ("[[Heading to New Heist]]")

==External links==
*[https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3963048/ IMDB Profile]

[[Category:English voice actors]]

Barricade (Movie)

2025-11-14T10:28:17Z

Boingus: /* Other films */

{{factions|decepticon|hofsilver}}
{{disambig3|Barricade}}{{suite}}
:''Barricade is a [[Decepticon]] from the [[Movie continuity family]].''
[[File:MovieBarricadeHeatScrambleCard60.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|"I'm always the Bad Cop. And don't bother asking for the Good Cop. I killed him."]]

'''Barricade''' (aka '''N.B.E. 04'''{{fact}}) is apparently a complicated robot. He's considered "fractious" even by Decepticon standards, yet is willing to give [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] the benefit of the doubt and follow where he leads, at least for the time being. Though not totally dedicated to the service of the Decepticons' current leader, he is much more cautious and reserved about expressing mutinous dissent than say ''[[Blackout (Movie)|most]]''.

Barricade believes that Starscream is vital in their search for [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]] and the [[AllSpark]], making him Starscream's closest ally in the naturally combative Decepticon ranks. Then again, it's been said that he likes to trick people into trusting him, just so he can see their reactions when they find out just how much of a bad idea it was. As such, he has disguised himself as an [[Earth]] police car in an attempt to fool the humans around him.

If his attitude toward his fellow Decepticons is inconsistent, his attitude toward the [[Autobot]]s is not: kill them all. Barricade might not be as large as most of his peers, but he is every bit as deadly. He thoroughly relishes every chance in fighting the Autobots. He's smart enough to let one live, if he thinks he or the Decepticons can use it to their advantage. But most of the time, they're dead before someone's even thought of a plan.

The most frustrating part about Barricade is that he always manages to come back no matter how many times he has been brought down.

{{quote|Autobots, foul Autobots, here we come. Let our long war resume—and let it end here.|Barricade|''[[Transformers: Ghosts of Yesterday|Ghosts of Yesterday]]''}}

==Fiction==
===Movies===
{{note|The six movies are the primary component of the live-action movie continuity family. Their events should be taken as canon for all other pieces of fiction listed below, unless otherwise specified.}}

====''Transformers'' film====
{{voiceactor|[[Jess Harnell]] (English), [[Katsuhiro Kitagawa]] (Japanese)|[[Zhang Wei]] (Chinese), [[Oliver Siebeck]] (German), [[Júlio César]] (Brazil), [[Salvador Reyes]] (Latin American-Spanish), [[Jordi Varela]] (Castilian Spanish), [[Achille D'Aniello]] (Italian), [[Pascal Massix]] (European French), [[Lee Jang-won]] (Korean)}}
[[File:BarricadeVsSam.jpg|upright=1.8|thumb|Barricade negotiates an alternative to PayPal.]]
After being active on [[Earth]] for some time, Barricade arrived to pick up [[Frenzy (Movie)|Frenzy]] after the smaller Decepticon's attempt to hack into and sabotage the United States military network on [[Air Force One]]. From data Frenzy had acquired, the two learned of [[Sector Seven]], "Project Iceman", and the "[[Archibald Witwicky|Witwicky man]]", the discoverer of the entombed [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]]. Using the internet, the duo learned that Megatron had accidentally marked Witwicky's [[Archibald Witwicky's glasses|glasses]] with the location of the long-lost [[AllSpark]]—glasses which were now being auctioned on [[eBay]] by his descendant, [[Sam Witwicky|ladiesman217]].

[[File:Movie Barricade defeat.jpg|left|upright=1.8|thumb|He got better.]]

Tracking the human to the town of [[Tranquility]], Barricade appeared in the path of ladiesman217 as he was attempting to flee [[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]], whom he mistakenly believed was out to harm him. Believing Barricade to be a legitimate police vehicle, ladiesman217 requested the "officer's" help, only for Barricade to transform right in front of him. As ladiesman217 fled, Barricade knocked him onto the hood of an abandoned car, then violently demanded information on "eBay item 21153". Ladiesman217 and his [[Mikaela Banes|female friend]], who had been drawn into the encounter, managed to escape him when Bumblebee convinced the boy to trust him, and Barricade pursued both the Autobot and two humans to a junkyard. After temporarily losing and then regaining their position, he charged into battle, activating his mace/rotating blade, and dispatched Frenzy to chase down the humans. The battle started off pretty well and worked in Barricade's favor until Bumblebee slammed him into an office. Barricade then rolled over and took back control by bashing his fists against Bumblebee's head. However, their battle ended with Barricade heavily damaged.

[[File:TF2007 barricade vehiclemode.jpg|upright=1.8|thumb|I'm going to need a dozen robots disguised as cookies.]]

Barricade had repaired himself by the time Frenzy (who infiltrated Sector Seven) transmitted both Megatron and the AllSpark's location to his fellow Decepticons. Knowing that the Decepticons were coming, the humans and Autobots tried to transport the AllSpark to [[Mission City]] for extraction, but Barricade and [[Bonecrusher (Movie)|Bonecrusher]] caught up to them on the highway into the city. Barricade attempted to clear a path through the traffic by activating his sirens; Bonecrusher simply rammed everything in his way. Ladiesman217—riding inside Bumblebee—recognized Barricade, and in response to his call for action, [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]], [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]], and [[Ratchet (Movie)|Ratchet]] realigned to block the Decepticon from getting to the human and the AllSpark. Barricade was last seen as Bonecrusher pulled ahead to attack Optimus; he was absent from the subsequent battle in Mission City for unknown reasons. {{storylink|Transformers (film)|Transformers}}

{{note|Barricade's involvement in the preceding events, or events mostly similar, were also chronicled in the novels ''[[Transformers (novel)|Transformers]],'' ''[[Transformers: The Junior Novel]]'' and "[[The Quest for the AllSpark]]"; the ''[[Transformers: Movie Adaptation]]'' and "[[Movie Trilogy]]" comics; the activity book "[[Look and Find Transformers]]"; and the storybooks "[[Bumblebee Rumble]]", "[[Optimus Prime Versus Megatron]]", "[[Sam's New Car]]", "[[Transformers (interactive Play-a-Sound Storybook)|Transformers Play-a-Sound]]", "[[Meet the Autobots]]", "[[Meet the Decepticons]]", "[[Transformers Mix & Match]]" and "[[Transformers: The Movie Storybook]]". Many of these adaptations were based on earlier drafts of the movie's script; in several, most prominently the novelization and comic adaptations, Barricade engages Optimus Prime on the highway after he takes out Bonecrusher and is destroyed as a result, explaining his disappearance from the film's final act.}}

====''Dark of the Moon'' film====
{{voiceactor|[[Frank Welker]] (English, see [[#Notes|notes]])|[[Bernard Métraux]] (European French), [[Luiz Carlos Persy]] (Brazilian Portuguese), [[Leonardo García]] (Latin-American Spanish)}}
[[File:DOTM-Barricadecaptures.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.8|It's so obvious that we're going to win.]]
Barricade was one of the Decepticons present in [[Chicago]] when [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]] and [[Sentinel Prime (ROTF)|Sentinel Prime]] unleashed their plan to use a [[space bridge]] to bring [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] to Earth, and assisted in the takeover of the city. Under the command of [[Soundwave (ROTF)|Soundwave]], he aided in rounding up several Autobots that had infiltrated the city, including his old foe Bumblebee, to whom he delivered a hard kick to the back for fun. At the behest of the human traitor [[Dylan Gould]], Soundwave ordered Barricade to execute the Autobot prisoners, starting with [[Wheeljack (Movie)|Que]]; Barricade laughed as he slew the Autobot with a shot in the back. Fortunately, [[Wheelie (ROTF)|Wheelie]] and [[Brains]] intervened to prevent any further executions, causing a distraction that allowed the other Autobots to escape.

[[File:DOTM-Barricadesnipershot.jpg|thumb|upright=1.8|Better hope one shot is enough to disable both his left optics at once, eh?]]
Following the Autobots' getaway, Barricade joined up with [[Shockwave (Movie)|Shockwave]], and was in the process of chewing out the Decepticon ground troops when he suddenly found himself blinded by sniper shots to his eyes courtesy of the Autobots' [[NEST]] allies. As he stumbled around in pain, the humans got in close and jammed a bomb into his leg, which brought him tumbling to the ground when it went off. He was last seen trying to crawl to safety as the human troops fired on him. {{Storylink|Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Dark of the Moon}}

{{note|Barricade's involvement in the preceding events, or events mostly similar, were also chronicled in the comic mini-series ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon Movie Adaptation]]''.}}
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====''Age of Extinction'' film====
Footage of Barricade at the Battle of Chicago was shown by [[Harold Attinger]] to demonstrate how Transformers were dangerous.
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====''The Last Knight'' film====
{{Voiceactor|[[Jess Harnell]] (English), [[Katsuhiro Kitagawa]] (Japanese)|[[Zhang Yaohan]] (Chinese), [[Mauro Horta]] (Portuguese), [[Salvador Reyes]] (Latin-American Spanish), [[Oliver Siebeck]] (German), [[Achille D'Aniello]] (Italian), [[Berk Avcı]] (Turkish dub), [[Wojciech Chorąży]] (Polish)}}
[[File:TF-TLK-Barricade-first-appearance.jpg|upright=1.6|thumb|He's decided to show up every other film from now on.]]
Having survived the injuries he sustained in the Chicago war and avoided being hunted down by the humans in the years since, Barricade had been rebuilt into a sleeker new form. In the seven years since the Chicago conflict, he had acted as Megatron's spy and scout in his search for the [[Guardian Knight]]s' [[Talisman (TLK)|talisman]]. Perhaps unknown to Barricade, he had long been under surveillance by the U.S. government. In the ruins of Chicago, he witnessed the talisman being bestowed to [[Cade Yeager]] by [[Talisman Knight|one of the Knights]]. He was however unable to claim it due to arrival of the heavily armed [[Transformers Reaction Force|TRF]], and he watched from a distance as they entered a stand off with Yeager and the Autobots.

[[File:TLK-BarricadeReportsToMegatron.jpg|left|upright=1.6|thumb|Okay people, move along, nothing to see here.]]
Barricade reported back to Megatron, accidentally angering his leader by flashing his light in his face. He reported the events of his mission, and Megatron was further angered by his failure to retrieve the Talisman, which was needed to find the [[Staff of Merlin|Staff]] they required. Barricade managed to salvage the situation, indicating he knew who could lead them to the Staff: the TRF themselves. Unknown to either Decepticon, their conversation was being monitored by [[William Lennox]] and [[Morshower|General Morshower]]. Based on Barricade's plan, Megatron used human hostages as leverage to broker a deal with TRF and secured the release of fellow Decepticons [[Mohawk]], [[Dreadbot]], [[Nitro Zeus]], and [[Onslaught (ROTF)|Onslaught]].

Barricade later joined his leader and cohorts in their hunt for Yeager. They arrived at Yeager's [[Junkyard (TLK)|scrap yard]] but Yeager had already fled to a nearby town and they followed. They were met with some not-quite-unexpected resistance in the form of the Autobots Bumblebee, [[Drift (AOE)|Drift]], and [[Crosshairs (AOE)|Crosshairs]] and blasted by a trap set by Yeager. Barricade took point in pursuing Yeager through the town. Barricade ordered Yeager and [[Izabella]] to freeze, but was surprised and swiped through a wall by the newly arrived [[Grimlock (AOE)|Grimlock]]'s tail. Luckily for Barricade, Grimlock was then focused on attacking Megatron and crunching on Dreadbot. After Dreadbot and Onslaught perished in battle, Barricade fled when Megatron gave the order to retreat.

[[File:TLKMegsAndBarricade.jpg|right|upright=1.6|thumb|Hey Barricade, ready for a [[Frank Welker|flashback]] to ''Dark of the Moon''?]]
He and his comrades then followed Yeager to England, knowing he was the key to finding the Staff. In [[London]], he chased down the fleeing Bumblebee, who had Yeager and [[Viviane Wembly]] with him. He attempted to ram them but was blasted away by his Autobot nemesis. He transformed to catch himself but fell into oncoming traffic and was rammed by a large truck. Commenting on how much it hurt, he had been hit hard enough that he was too weak to continue the pursuit.

He later rendezvoused with Megatron and Nitro at [[Stonehenge]], the site which would drain [[Unicron]], who lay deep within the Earth, of his energy and revive the recently arrived Cybertron. He happily gloated that he had lived to kill a planet and commented on the ease with which they could kill Unicron. They soon came under attack from the [[British Armed Forces]] and Barricade returned fire. {{storylink|Transformers: The Last Knight (film)|The Last Knight}}
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===Novels===
====''Ghosts of Yesterday''====
Barricade acted as pilot and chief science officer for the ''[[Nemesis (Movie)|Nemesis]]'' during the quest to find the [[AllSpark]]. When they encountered an [[Ghost 1|alien ship]], he analysed it and discovered that it seemed to be of Cybertronian design, leading to a disagreement between himself and [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] regarding whether to study it or destroy it. He claimed to have chafed under Starscream's leadership, but was willing to tolerate him for the moment.

During Starscream's later absence, Barricade was against [[Blackout (Movie)|Blackout]]'s plan to attack the Autobots, and remained on the ''Nemesis'' while the others got their tailpipes kicked. Following the defeat, he contacted Starscream to warn their leader that Optimus Prime was on his way to the planet below where Starscream had been misleading the occupants of the alien ship. Starscream ordered an attack on the Autobots while their numbers were diminished, so Barricade placed [[Bonecrusher (Movie)|Bonecrusher]] in charge of the assault, while he himself elected to stay on the ship and use it as a distraction. And sang. He supplied support fire as the others fought the Autobots. On Starscream's return, the Decepticons leader was challenged by Blackout, and Barricade decided they should see things resolved once and for all. After Blackout's defeat, Barricade asserted that he'd known what the outcome would be even before the fight began.

When Optimus and Bumblebee entered the fray, Starscream ordered Barricade to leave the ''Nemesis'' to reinforce their numbers. He proved most effective in battle against Bumblebee and [[Ratchet (Movie)|Ratchet]]. The fight ended when Starscream was badly damaged by the alien ship and, to Barricade's disbelief, called a retreat. The Decepticons returned to their ship and departed. {{storylink|Transformers: Ghosts of Yesterday|Ghosts of Yesterday}}

====''The Veiled Threat''====
After the traitorous businessman [[Bruno Carrera]] and Starscream had trapped Optimus Prime in the [[Colosseum]] in [[Rome]], [[Italy]], Starscream turned the situation over to Barricade, who was more than delighted to see his old enemy in such a prone state. However, before he could strike the final blow, a bunch of [[human]]s began attacking, which wouldn't have been a problem if they weren't equipped with the scientific genius of [[Kaminari Ishihara]] and [[Petr Andronov]], in addition to [[William Lennox]] and [[Robert Epps]] firing sabot rounds into him. He was about to stomp on the insects when Prime broke free of the trap and engaged him. Once the humans were clear, Optimus pulled a surprise move by jumping out of the pit and dumping rock on top of him.

Once he was buried, Optimus melted the top layer of rock, trapping Barricade long enough for the NEST team to defeat Starscream and take him in. Unfortunately, Barricade was nowhere to be found; Instead, a passing crew working on the subway found a strange new tunnel, leading from the Colosseum to the center of a park. Whatever had dug the new passage overnight was nowhere to be seen. {{storylink|Transformers: The Veiled Threat|The Veiled Threat}}

===IDW movie comics===
[[File:Foundation2 cybertronian barricade.jpg|thumb|upright=1.75|Any special message for all the kids reading this wiki out home? "Stay out of trouble. Because this trouble will find you."]]
Many years in the past, when [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] had just come under the rule of the [[Defense Force]] and the [[Science Division]], Barricade was a member of the Defense Force under the command of High Protector [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]]. He participated in missions to rid the planet of "malcontents" who protested against the new order, and like many of his peers, he did so ruthlessly. {{Storylink|Foundation issue 2|Foundation #2}}

When [[Ejoornian|unknown alien hostiles]] attacked Cybertron after the discovery of a [[The Fallen|mysterious relic]], Barricade and Scorponok were sent to perform recon. {{Storylink|Defiance issue 1|Defiance #1}} Following battle with the aliens Megatron changed significantly, altering the military's mission from one of protection to making war upon the hostile aliens and anybody who would stand in their way. As Megatron's ambition grew, he determined to eliminate Science Division leader [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus]], sending Barricade and a team of other Decepticons to slay Optimus's allies and bring him in. [[File:Defiance3 BrawlCrankcaseBarricade.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.75|Are you trying to out-complain the complainer?]] Barricade and [[Crankcase (Movie)|Crankcase]] stood by as [[Brawl (Movie)|Brawl]] nailed the "traitors" with an explosive round; Barricade was eager to get into the fight, but was ordered back by the glory-hound [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] so his aerial forces could swoop in to finish the job. This turned out to be lucky for Barricade, as Optimus managed to bury Starscream's team under a mountain of rubble. Though defeated, they all soon returned to [[Trypticon (Movie)|Trypticon]], where Megatron rechristened them and the rest of his Defense Force the "Decepticons." {{Storylink|Defiance issue 3|Defiance #3}}

During the subsequent civil war between the Decepticons and Optimus's Autobots, Barricade was one of the Decepticons under the command of Starscream who took part in a battle outside of [[Tyger Pax]]. As they were mopping up the last remnants of Autobot resistance, Barricade amused himself by playing with the decapitated head of a fallen Autobot, but mood turned somber when he saw the AllSpark jettisoned into space. Barricade realized that Cybertron would soon die without the AllSpark, but Bonecrusher had little time for his remarks, suggesting he should die along with the planet. {{storylink|Planetfall (Movie)|Planetfall}} Megatron immediately took off to pursue the AllSpark, leaving Starscream with orders to eliminate the Autobots in advance of his return. When the Autobots departed the planet to hunt down the AllSpark themselves, Barricade was part of the crew of the ''[[Nemesis (Movie)|Nemesis]]'' assembled by Starscream to give chase. Confident in Megatron's abilities to deal with any pursuing Autobots, Barricade questioned both the need to hurry, and Starscream's motives for doing so, but was quickly reprimanded by Starscream for speaking out of turn. {{storylink|The Reign of Starscream issue 1|The Reign of Starscream #1}}

[[File:Planetfall barricade and wreckage.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|Waste your out-of-character sympathy for people who will actually be IN the movie.]]

After thousands of years of searching, the ''Nemesis'' crew tracked the AllSpark's energy to [[Earth]]'s [[Star system|solar system]]. After setting their ship down on [[Mars (planet)|Mars]], {{storylink|Movie Prequel issue 3|Movie Prequel #3}} {{storylink|The Reign of Starscream issue 1|The Reign of Starscream #1}} Barricade, Starscream, Blackout, Brawl, Bonecrusher and [[Wreckage (Movie)|Wreckage]] continued on to Earth itself, where they touched down in [[Afghanistan]] in 2003. They immediately attacked a nearby [[United States military]] installation, where Barricade used a facade of friendliness to trick nearby human soldiers into lowering their guard, whereupon he slaughtered them at point-blank range. As the fight continued, he was almost hit by a localized EMP weapon from a human, but it instead hit his comrade [[Wreckage (Movie)|Wreckage]]. Barricade objected to leaving Wreckage behind when Starscream ordered them to pull out, but was forced to abandon him. {{storylink|Planetfall (Movie)|Planetfall}} The Decepticons subsequently scattered across the planet to search for Megatron and the AllSpark; Barricade scanned a Saleen S281 police car, then destroyed the original human vehicle to cover his tracks. {{storylink|Movie Prequel issue 4|Movie Prequel #4}}

{{note|"Planetfall" and ''Movie Prequel'' #4 offer contradictory accounts of Barricade and the Decepticons' arrival on Earth, with the former showing them arriving in Afghanisation shortly before the events of the film, and the latter placing them in North America in 2003. The ''[[Transformers: The Reign of Starscream|Reign of Starscream]]'' movie sequel comic would corroborate the "Planetfall" account, but the timing involved means it must take place in 2003 as in ''Prequel'' #4.}}

[[File:Interlude barricade vs bee.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.75|Prime directives: 1. Serve the public. 2. Protect the innocent. 3. Obey the law. 4. Do the exact opposite of 1–3.]]

Learning that the Autobot Bumblebee was also on Earth, Barricade tracked him to just outside of [[Denver]], [[Colorado]], arriving just as the Autobot was eluding [[Sector Seven]] while working on a new lead on the [[Witwicky (surname)|Witwicky]]s. {{storylink|Interlude (Movie Prequel)|Interlude}} Bumblebee managed to escape, but Barricade pursued him to [[New Mexico]], where he had a new idea: ''allow'' the Autobot to get away, so that they could track him from afar to see what leads and information he had already turned up in his search. Starscream agreed to the plan, but ordered Barricade to superficially rough the little Autobot up a bit before letting him go, just to make it look convincing. {{storylink|Movie Prequel issue 4|Movie Prequel #4}} Bumblebee subsequently found his way to [[Tranquility]] and [[Sam Witwicky]], and the battle over the glasses to learn the location of the AllSpark ensued. {{storylink|Transformers: Movie Adaptation}} During the subsequent highway chase to Mission City, Barricade attempted to close in on Bumblebee to "settle the score" with him, but found his way obstructed by Ironhide, causing him to crash into a pillar. Knocked offline by the crash, he missed out on the Mission City battle; he was conscious again by the time the battle's sole survivor, Starscream, came looking for him. Informed that Sam had destroyed the AllSpark and Megatron, Barricade suggested recovering the lost Frenzy so they could access his data files on the boy. {{storylink|The Reign of Starscream issue 1|The Reign of Starscream #1}}

While Starscream returned to Cybertron to enact a plan of his own, Barricade remained on Earth, watching over a Sector Seven research base. {{storylink|The Reign of Starscream issue 3|The Reign of Starscream #3}} He spied upon the Autobots as they made plans with [[William Lennox|Captain Lennox]] and [[Robert Epps|Sergeant Epps]] to dispose of the Decepticons' bodies, then broadcast the information he had learned into space on a Decepticon frequency, hoping someone would hear and take interest. As it turned out, Starscream, having returned from Cybertron to Mars, was ready and willing to answer. {{storylink|Alliance issue 1|Alliance #1}} Soon after Starscream made it back to Earth, however, Decepticons under the command of the long-absent [[Soundwave (ROTF)|Soundwave]] also began arriving, and Barricade provided them with intelligence on which Autobots they were facing. He continued to plague the Autobots and the new [[NEST]] team, escaping each time. {{storylink|Alliance issue 4|Alliance #4}} Soundwave sought the final remaining shard of the AllSpark in order to revive Megatron, so Barricade was sent to Tranquility to capture Sam and force its location from him—or failing that, ransom him for it. [[File:TotF1 barricade and sam.jpg|right|thumb|upright=2|"Dead or alive, you're coming with me. Only you won't be alive."]] Barricade took the boy to a junkyard to interrogate him, but Bumblebee soon arrived to rescue him. A protracted battled followed, concluding when 'Bee knocked Barricade into a pool of gasoline and ignited it, setting off a massive explosion. Barricade survived the blast, though, and drove off in car mode after Bumblebee and Sam had left. {{storylink|Tales of the Fallen issue 1|Tales of the Fallen #1}}

Following the resurrection of Megatron and [[The Fallen]]'s failed plan for revenge, Barricade was among the Decepticon troops that [[Shockwave (Movie)|Shockwave]] sent to attack Sam's college in order to recapture a rogue Decepticon brain unit [[Brains]]. Barricade initiated the assault, smashing his way into Sam's dorm and renewing his rivalry with Bumblebee, who stood ready to protect his human friend. {{Storylink|Rising Storm issue 2|Rising Storm #2}} The pair grappled and traded blows for the duration of the attack {{storylink|Rising Storm issue 3|Rising Storm #3}} until Bumblebee ended the battle by slamming Barricade to the ground with a sickening crunch. {{storylink|Rising Storm issue 4|Rising Storm #4}}
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====''Transformers: Beginnings''====
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[[File:Movie Barricade IDWprequel nowitnesses.jpg|left|upright=1.8|thumb|Christine... is that you?]]
The Decepticon infiltration unit under the command of Starscream arrived on Earth in the year 2003. Barricade scanned a Saleen S281 police car, then destroyed the original human vehicle to cover his tracks, as did his fellow Decepticons when choosing their new forms. His proceeded to tail Bumblebee while the Autobot was on his way to [[New Mexico]], but unfortunately, Bumblebee identified him before Barricade could eliminate him. Barricade was inspired to come up with a new plan: ''allow'' the Autobot to get away, so that they could track him from afar to see what leads and information he had already turned up in his search. Starscream agreed to the plan, but ordered Barricade to superficially rough the little Autobot up a bit before letting him go, just to make it look convincing. {{storylink|Transformers: Beginnings (Movie)|Transformers: Beginnings}}

{{note|"Transformers: Beginnings" is a condensed, Flash-animated retelling of the [[IDW Publishing|IDW]] [[Transformers: Movie Prequel|Movie Prequel]] that is detailed above this section.}}

====''Schick Hydrobot and the Transformers''====
Barricade was among the Decepticons who attacked Doctor [[Hiroshi Benson]]'s laboratory. Holding his own for much of the battle, he was later incapacitated when [[Hydrobot (TLK)|Hydrobot]] and Bumblebee unleashed a powerful shock attack with the latter's stinger, forcing them into a retreat. {{storylink|A New Friend|A New Friend}}

===Titan movie comics===
[[File:StarscreamMilitia zombie barricade.jpg|thumb|upright=1|Guess Barricade's a ''Trigun'' fan.]]
Barricade was killed in the <s>[[Mission City]]</s> [[Los Angeles]] battle. Immediately after the battle's conclusion, Starscream resurrected him, Blackout, and Devastator using AllSpark energy plucked from the [[AllSpark Mutation|mutations]] created during the chaos, turning all three into mindless, relentless zombies. Holding his own decapitated head in his hand, the zombie Barricade took on Optimus Prime; his noggin chewed on the Autobot leader's arm while the rest of his body kept him busy. The battle lasted only mere minutes, as Ratchet soon realized what was animating the Decepticons' bodies and instructed his fellow Autobots to target the AllSpark energy signatures, putting Barricade and his fellow zombies down permanently. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 7|Starscream's Militia}}

{{note|"Starscream's Milita" was written using IDW's comic book adaptation of the movie as a springboard, and so incorporated Barricade's death as seen in it. Just as IDW themselves would ignore the scene in their future comics thanks to its deletion from the film, all subsequent Titan stories ignored Barricade's death and presented him as being alive.}}

Several years later, Barricade joined Starscream in a hit and run on the [[Tech Museum of Innovation]] in [[San Jose]] during an anti-[[Transformer]] rally. Barricade's contribution mainly consisted of being beaten up by Ironhide. Even grabbing Ironhide from behind didn't work, as Ironhide's weapons worked as rocket boosters to throw the pair backwards, and Barricade was body-slammed into a nearby building. Things were looking up after Ironhide was caught in an explosion, but the two Decepticons were mobbed by humans and when Optimus Prime turned up as well, the pair fled. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 3.4|Automatic for the People}}
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====Alternate timeline====
[[File:Barricadeblackoutandfriends-DarkSpark.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.5]]
In an alternate timeline in which Megatron triumphed in the battle of Mission City and the victorious Decepticons set about conquering North America, Barricade was part of two punitive Decepticon attacks: a raid on a supply convoy at Shreveport, [[Louisiana]] {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 16|Dark Spark}} and after aiding Starscream taking over the Decepticon headquarters {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 19|Return to Cybertron: Part 3}}, a solo strike on Cincinnati, [[Ohio]] as part of a "Stop supporting Autobots OR ELSE!" campaign. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 23|Revolution Part 1}}

When Starscream started open warfare, he made Barricade one of his generals. However, Barricade soon found himself bogged down in fighting [[Stockade (Movie)|Stockade's]] "New Decepticons". {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 24|Revolution Part 2}}

====Letters page====
[[File:Lawanddisorder barricade.jpg|right|upright=2|thumb|One: I am the prettiest unicorn! Two: my mane is lustrous and fragrant, and it catches the wind perfectly! Dismissed!]]

Starscream considered Barricade a good candidate for second-in-command once he vacated the position to take over the Decepticons. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 16|#16's Star Screams}} As irony would have it, Barricade ''did'' soon take over Starscream's job when the air commander had a nervous breakdown... his job as respondent for the comic's [[letters page]]! Unwilling to let the Decepticons turn the page into a propaganda machine, the Autobots dispatched [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] to co-run it with him, much to Barricade's irritation. He shared Starscream's contempt for ''[[you]]'', the reader (#1), and continued the tradition of threatening violence against ''anyone'' who cosplays as an Autobot (#7). This, however, didn't stop him bragging to Ironhide when letters would be pro-Decepticon, and at one point he held a popularity contest to see who the kiddies wanted to be "subjugated by this issue!" (#6).

By the time of Barricade's stewardship of the letters, relations had broken down between the Decepticons and [[DreamWorks]], and they had returned to targeting Michael Bay and company for the pro-Autobot bent of their films. Though Barricade personally enjoyed the scene in the first film when [[Mojo|a dog]] peed on Ironhide, (#1) he refused to appear in the second, and would not even allow his likeness to be used in the video games. (#4) (He claimed he never wanted to be in ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (games)|War for Cybertron]]'' but his tears disproved that (#12)) He later decided fame was more important than principles though, submitting a script and auditioning for a part in the third film by threatening the director with death (#8). He was absolutely ''disgusted'' by [[fandom|our]] enjoyment of the films: he lost ''friends'' during filming, man. (#10)

In the early days, he appeared to be separated from the rest of the Decepticons, as his knowledge on their current status was spotty; while he knew [[Wheelie (ROTF)|Wheelie]] had turned traitor, he seemed unaware that [[Ravage (ROTF)|Ravage]] had been terminated. (#4) He later re-established contact, being aware of [[Grindor (ROTF)|Grindor's]] status and [[The Fallen]]. (#7) He also had a ''shockingly'' bad knowledge of Transformers [[units of time]]. (#8)

Barricade stated how he doesn't think much of Starscream's intelligence or ability to lead (a bit of a pisser when Starscream considered ''him'' to be 2IC material!), but ''much'' prefers him over Megatron. (#1) He once explained some of Megatron's flaws, only to get scared and state how he totally respects him ''really''. (#3) He also dislikes [[Soundwave (ROTF)|Soundwave]], claiming the guy ''never'' pulls his weight and is just Megatron's fave. (#7) On top of that, while he followed the party line and claimed the Decepticons have "policies" (#7), he began showning signs of discontent with being a Decepticon—the long hours, the lousy food, the admin work (#5)—leading Ironhide to start offering him the chance to defect to the Autobots. Barricade outright rejected this offer the first time, saying he couldn't bear the thought of listening to Optimus moralise (#9); the second time, however, he merely stated the horrific penalties for defecting Decepticons (#10) and the third, he desperately said he just ''couldn't'' do it, even if it would be nice to hang with other cars for once... BUT HE CAN'T! Ironhide's friendliness began starting to disturb him. (#11) He did, however, become fed up of Ironhide bringing up how Bumblebee kicked his arse, and became determined to get revenge on "that little yellow cretin"...

Barricade would reveal other assorted factoids about his history and personal tastes during his time as host. Like Starscream, he was active on Earth during the 1980s, at which time he was a [[Barricade (G1)|Micromaster]]. (#12) He watched the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|original ''Transformers'' cartoon]] broadcast at the time (#3) and approved of humanity's fascination with giant robots. In contrast, he is ''completely'' bewildered by pop music. (#7) He's terrified of [[Unicron]]. (#6) He's apparently got an optic for [[Female Transformer|the ladies]], or at least the heavily armed ones, making sure to flirt right back when a neutral femme wrote into the letter's column looking to play "bad cop/bad cop pretending to be good cop" with him. (#5)

===Toy bios===
As a born liar, the greatest thrill in Barricade's life is knowing people trust him because of the decorations on his police car mode's panels. The look of betrayal they get when they realize what they are ''really'' dealing with is as sweet as candy. However, he likes chasing down Autobots and breaking them into pieces with his bare hands even better. {{storylink|Barricade (Movie)/toys#Deluxe Class toys|''Transformers'' Deluxe Barricade}}

Barricade would serve as a spy for Megatron, sneaking in among enemies and learning as much as he can before destroying every trace he was ever there with his powerful lasers. His whirling Blade Shield could carve through even the toughest materials, making it the perfect tool for breaking into secure buildings or carving through armored data cases. {{storylink|Barricade (Movie)/toys#Fast Action Battlers|Blade Shield Barricade}}

Being physically equal or better to [[Cliffjumper (Movie)|Cliffjumper]], Barricade became extremely annoyed that he could not match the Autobot's skill in insults. {{storylink|Barricade (Movie)/toys#Allspark2pack|Cliffjumper Vs Recon Barricade}}

Once the AllSpark was located and Megatron was freed, the Decepticons infiltrated the Hover Dam with Barricade leading the charge. Disguised as local security, he gazed hungrily at the dam's fragile structure and the destructive power of the millions of gallons of water trapped behind it. To him, one missile could unleash a storm of destruction he has never seen before. {{storylink|Barricade (Movie)/toys#DeluxeRecon|Recon Barricade (Deluxe)}}

Supercharged by the AllSpark, Barricade gained the ability to disguise himself, becoming almost impossible to detect among similar human law enforcement vehicles. This superpower gave him opportunities to cause havoc among the Autobots' human allies. {{storylink|Barricade (Movie)/toys#AllsparkEnhanced|Allspark-Enhanced Barricade}}

Recovering from the damages he sustained during the battle of Mission City, Barricade was at a loss from there. With Megatron destroyed and his other teammates missing, it became more and more difficult to catch an Autobot alone. Tormenting humans also became less enjoyable than he thought it would be. Fading into the background, he decided to keep his armor polished and his vehicle mode looking sharp in the hope that Megatron will one day return and lead the Decepticons to glory. {{storylink|Barricade (Movie)/toys#Premium|Premium Series Barricade}}

Electing to remain on Earth while Starscream returned to Cybertron, Barricade devoted his time on Earth to gathering intelligence for the inevitable rise of the Decepticons. He would stalk and capture important humans to scan and interrogate before disposing of his captives using the highly sensitive probes built into his vehicle mode. {{storylink|Barricade (Movie)/toys#Deluxe Class toys 2|Interrogator Barricade}}

Barricade has worked together with Frenzy for centuries, their perfect partnership designed for one purpose: to hunt down and destroy whatever target Megatron assigns to them. Frenzy would use his hyperactive hunger for information to guide the relentless pursuit at which Barricade specializes. {{storylink|Barricade (Movie)/toys#Human Alliance|Human Alliance Barricade with Frenzy}}

Barricade and [[Sideswipe (Movie)|Sideswipe]] had been stalking each other for a long time, each of them determined to catch the other by surprise. After a days-long game of cat-and-mouse, they came together in inevitable combat where only the most skillful warrior would walk away. {{storylink|Barricade (Movie)/toys#Deluxe Class toys 3|Hunters Rumble}}

Though he has been deactivated more times than he can count, Barricade's "deaths" have all been in service to Megatron. All he would ask for is the opportunity to hunt, which his master is generous to provide. As long as he is given this privilege, Barricade will gladly suffer a ''thousand'' deactivations. {{storylink|Barricade (Movie)/toys#Cyberverse|Cyberverse Barricade}}

Barricade prefers to find potential victims over making friends. Due to his reputation of tricking people into trusting him using his vehicle mode, he can stalk and eliminate nearly any Autobot he wishes. They and their human allies alike should take cover when they notice police sirens in the distance because it could otherwise be the last thing they ever hear. {{storylink|Barricade (Movie)/toys#Deluxe Class toys 4|''Dark of the Moon'' Deluxe Barricade}}

===Transformers Mix & Match books===
{{Note|Due to the malleable storytelling format of the Mix & Match books, listed here is Barricade's story role if all the segments visually featuring him are lined-up. For all the possible iterations of his role in the story, see the [[Transformers Mix & Match]] page.}}
Barricade hung out with [[Soundwave (ROTF)|Soundwave]] and [[Ravage (ROTF)|Ravage]] and spied on [[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]]. {{storylink|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Mix & Match}}

===Cyber Missions===
{{voiceactor|[[Bronco D. Jackson]] (English)|[[Óscar Flores]] (Latin American-Spanish), [[Duda Espinoza]] (Brazilian Portuguese)}}
[[File:Cyber Missions Barricade.JPG‎|thumb|upright=1.5|You must agree that his head is somewhat deformed.]]
After a high speed pursuit through [[Scramble City (city)|Scramble City]], Barricade managed to ditch [[Sideswipe (Movie)|Sideswipe]] and used
his [[Moustache Man|holo avatar]] to break into a secure facility. Standing guard while [[Frenzy (Movie)|Frenzy]] raided the computers, he somehow failed to hear Sideswipe bushwhack his partner and was only alerted when Frenzy's crumpled-up form rolled into his foot. After throwing Frenzy at Sideswipe, Barricade engaged the Autobot in combat, managing to defeat him by freezing him to a wall. He then made off with Frenzy and the [[NEST]] access codes. {{storylink|Cyber Missions 6}}

Later, Barricade and [[Lockdown (ROTF)|Lockdown]] confronted [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]]. Looking to steal one of Ironhide's weapons, Lockdown took a missile instead, which blew up in his face. While Lockdown was dazed, Ironhide punched Barricade out and dumped a truckload of rocks on top of him. Barricade pleaded with Lockdown for help, but the explosion damaged Lockdown's optics, and he fled. {{storylink|Cyber Missions 11}}

Later, Barricade was among the Decepticons Megatron led on a mission to free the captured Soundwave. He arrived after Megatron derailed the train Soundwave was believed to be on, but true to his history, disappeared from sight soon after. {{storylink|Decepticons Attack}}
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===Transformers Annual 2011===
Barricade and [[Grindor (ROTF)|Grindor]] were sent to [[Tokyo]] to cause a diversion. The Autobots soon turned up, and Barricade clashed briefly with Sideswipe before being hoisted into the air by Optimus. A short time later, Grindor crashed on top of him. Defeated, Barricade was picked up by Grindor and they departed, but not before letting Optimus know he'd been had. {{storylink|Sam in Danger}}

===''BeCool'' shorts===
[[File:BeCool patrolcar and americanpatrolcar.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.75|"Kaon cops are on the take! But what do you expect, for the money we make?"]]
'''American Patrol Car''' (アメリカンパトカー ''Amerikan Patokā'') spoke English, but was still capable of communication with his Japanese-speaking fellow BeCool Transformers, albeit with a heavy English-speaking accent. He was part of the audience of ''Quiz! BeCool'' {{storylink|The Story of Quiz! BeCool}} and later joined his police force partner [[Prowl (G1)|Patrol Car]] to welcome audiences to [[Surprise World|the world in which the BeCool robots lived]]. The pair failed to notice when [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Garbage Truck]] accidentally dropped a [[banana]] peel in the course of his job, so when [[Bumblebee (G1)|Yellow Sports Car]] hit the peel and went spinning through the city streets, they thought he was just driving recklessly and sped after him. Unfortunately, they failed to stop him before he crashed into a bunch of other 'bots, necessitating the medical aid of [[Ratchet (G1)|Ambulance]], who American Patrol Car explained to the audience was the town doctor. {{storylink|The Story of Protecting the Signal!}}
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===''Mission to Cybertron'' comic===
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{{storylink|Mission to Cybertron}}
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==Games==
==="Flight of the Bumblebee" online game===
[[File:FlightoftheBumblebee bee vs barricade.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|"Whether you're a truck, or you're a Porsche, we don't mind using excessive force! Bad cops, bad cops!!"]]
Barricade was one of a group of Decepticons who trapped Bumblebee in a canyon. He stood around on a rocky butte, walking back and forth and waiting for Bumblebee to drive up to him. When the Autobot dropped in, Barricade immediately opened fire, blasting Bumblebee continuously. Unfortunately, Bumblebee had the idea to shoot back, blasting him right out of the picture with just one shot. {{storylink|Flight of the Bumblebee}}
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===Transformers The Game (console)===
{{voiceactor|[[Keith David]] (English)|[[Frédéric Norbert]] (French), [[David García Vázquez]] (Castilian Spanish), [[Pietro Ubaldi]] (Italian)}}
====Autobot campaign====
[[File:TFtheGame barricade vs bee.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.4|"Out of the shadows... the spies announce themselves now?"]]
Barricade was sent to Tranquility to hunt down Sam Witwicky and the glasses that held the location of the AllSpark. He attempted to capture Sam and Mikaela outside their high school, but Bumblebee stepped in. The humans fled for the nearby baseball field with Barricade in pursuit, but Bumblebee beat him to them, protecting them while they ran away again. He followed them to the power plant, but was once again foiled by Bumblebee and sent packing.

Later, in [[Mission City]], Barricade made one last grab for the AllSpark after [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]], [[Blackout (Movie)|Blackout]] and [[Brawl (Movie)|Brawl]] had each fallen to the Autobots. However, he was once again intercepted by Bumblebee, and finally defeated for good. {{storylink|Transformers The Game (console)|Transformers The Game}}

====Decepticon campaign====
[[File:TFtheGame barricade threatens sam.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|"Were it so easy..."]]
Upon reaching Tranquility and choosing his [[alternate mode]], Barricade attempted some recon, but encountered a squad of Autobot drones, a battle which spilled out to the local baseball field. Shortly afterwards, he was informed by Starscream that [[Frenzy (Movie)|Frenzy]] had information they needed, but the diminutive Decepticon had been captured by [[Sector Seven]] agents. Barricade tracked them to the power plant, then hounded the agents across town in their highly resistant van, wrecking every building in his path until Frenzy was recovered.

Finally on the trail of Sam, he was stopped cold by Sam's protector Bumblebee. Barricade got the upper hand, but the Autobot led him on a chase that ended in [[Bay Demolition|Bay's Demolition]] lot, and an ambush courtesy of a lot of Autobot drones. Barricade overcame the odds and hunted down Bumblebee once more, finally besting the Autobot and taking the glasses from Sam. Decoding Megatron and the AllSpark's location from them, Barricade relayed his findings to Starscream, who, together with Blackout, soon struck [[Hoover Dam]] and liberated their leader.

When the Decepticons converged on Mission City, Barricade was tasked with taking out the Autobot [[Jazz (Movie)|Jazz]]. He later stood in Megatron's presence after the AllSpark had been recovered and [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]] ordered the Earth to be destroyed before they left it on their way to conquering all of known space. {{storylink|Transformers The Game (console)|Transformers The Game}}

===''Transformers: The Game'' (PSP)===
{{voiceactor|[[Keith David]]}}
[[File:TFtheGamePSP barricade hooverdam.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.5|"Even on my knees I do not belong in his presence."]]
Barricade and a platoon of Decepticon drones pursued Sam Witwicky in an attempt to obtain his grandfather's glasses, but were defeated in a battle at a steel processing plant by the human's protector, Bumblebee. A short time later, learning from Frenzy that Megatron's frozen body was being held at Hoover Dam by Sector Seven, Barricade and Starscream attacked the facility. Barricade penetrated the dam and located Megatron's body, deactivating the machines that were keeping him frozen. When Megatron did not immediately reactivate, Barricade assumed his leader was dead after all, but Megatron soon shook off the deep freeze treatment to prove his subordinate wrong. Megatron jetted off to acquire some fresh energy for himself, while Barricade reported on Megatron's awakening to Starscream, who was not best pleased with the news. {{storylink|Transformers The Game (PSP)}}
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===''Transformers Autobots/Decepticons'' (Nintendo DS)===
{{voiceactor|[[Keith David]] (English)}}
====''Transformers: Autobots''====
[[File:TFtheGameDS Barricade and friend vs Optimus.jpg|thumb|left|'''Optimus''': Gasp! Is that Shockwa- '''Barricade''': No, no, no, he's off doing stuff on Cybertron or something or other and-look, can we just fight?]]
When Bumblebee went to investigate the source of an image found on the internet, he found Barricade waiting for him. Barricade blew up a nearby car and took off, sending out messages on the police radio that Bumblebee was responsible. After failing to lose Bumblebee in spite of all of [[Tranquility]]'s police force being after him, he engaged him in combat. Unable to defeat Bumblebee, he hastily retreated. Later on, he encountered Bumblebee and Optimus Prime as the two were leaving [[Hoover Dam]]. With a large helicopter Decepticon at his side, he tried to persuade Optimus to let him have the Allspark. After Prime predictably refused, Barricade started to demand the AllSpark from Prime, not even caring about the consequences. He was killed, but revealed to Prime he was merely a distraction while other Decepticons freed Megatron from his icy prison. {{storylink|Transformers Autobots/Decepticons|Transformers: Autobots}}

====''Transformers: Decepticons''====
{{quote|"Weakness breeds fear, and fear makes every ally an enemy, that's why we Decepticons don't tolerate weakness!"
|Barricade's lesson to the player}}
[[File:TFtheGameDS barricade dies.jpg|thumb||''Guess I got what I deserved... Kept you waiting there too long, my love...'' |upright=1.2]]

When the [[Create-A-Bot (Decepticon)|Decepticon Create-A-Bot]] arrived on Earth, his mentor, Starscream, directed him to rendezvous with Barricade, already active on the planet and commanding some of the Decepticon forces there. Barricade was not enamored with the idea of a partner, feeling that the Create-A-Bot would only slow him down, but after putting the rookie through his paces, he permitted him to join him on his mission in the town of [[Tranquility]]. Barricade revealed to the Create-A-Bot what Starscream had not—that the signal which had brought the Decepticons to Earth had come from Megatron himself. The rookie dismissed Megatron as a relic, and was struck by Barricade for the insult. With some help from the rookie, Barricade discovered that the Autobot Bumblebee was already on Megatron's trail; Barricade pursued Bumblebee, defeated him in battle on the outskirts of Tranquility, and acquired the data he had gathered.

Now aware that the human military organization [[Sector Seven]] was holding Megatron, Barricade arranged for [[Blackout (Movie)|Blackout]] to transport the Create-A-Bot to a [[Qatar]] military base, where they and [[Brawl (Movie)|Brawl]] hacked Sector Seven's databanks. The file they obtained was brought back to Barricade in Tranquility for deciphering, and revealed that Megatron was being held by Sector Seven in the [[Hoover Dam]]. The Create-A-Bot suggesting relaying this to Starscream, but Barricade loudly refuted the idea, happy that the impending resurrection of Megatron would mean that he would no longer have to serve under a cowardly, back-stabbing bureaucrat like Starscream. Swayed by Barricade's words, the rookie revealed a fact that Starscream had told only him—that the AllSpark was also present on Earth. Shocked by the revelation, Barricade realized that Starscream had been scheming to acquire the AllSpark for himself, to ensure that not even Megatron could remove him from power. With the rookie now turned from Starscream and on his side, Barricade was able to liberate Megatron from Sector Seven, and the Decepticons pursued the Autobots, now in possession of the AllSpark, back to Tranquility.

During the ensuing battle, Starscream finally claimed the AllSpark from Bumblebee, and Barricade stood against him, intent on bringing him in for treason. Alas, the AllSpark-powered Starscream destroyed Barricade, but in death, Barricade proved to the Create-A-Bot what it truly meant to be a Decepticon. {{storylink|Transformers Autobots/Decepticons|Transformers: Decepticons}}
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===Allspark Highway===
Barricade and the Decepticons tried to keep the Autobots from delivering the Allspark to safety. There were lots of him. {{storylink|Allspark Highway}}

===''Transformers Video Mash-Up''===
{{note|Various short clips featuring Barricade were available for users to custom-create their own short film about the Transformers.}} {{storylink|Transformers Video Mash-Up}}

===''Second Life''===
[[File:2007movie Barricade SLavatar.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.2]|Barricade cosplay (Frenzy not included)]]
{{note|In the virtual world simulator/online game ''Second Life'', there was a full replica of the Sector Seven base which contained a giant discussion room where Michael Bay held a question board. This room contained a giant frozen Megatron replica and offered free avatars of both Bumblebee and Barricade. Both freebies were non-transforming.}}

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===''Transformers Revenge of the Fallen Decepticons'' (Nintendo DS)===
{{storylink|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen: Autobots/Decepticons|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen: Decepticons}}
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===''MechTech Weapons Challenge''===
Bumblebee could use Barricade's robot wrecking claw to aid him in his missions to retrieve MechTech weapons technology stolen by the Decepticons. {{storylink|MechTech Weapons Challenge}}

===''Cyberverse Battle Builder''===
Barricade joined the rest of the Decepticons in combating the Autobots on battlefields on Earth, the Earth's Moon and on Cybertron. Sometimes there were many of him! {{storylink|Cyberverse Battle Builder}}

===''Bot Shots Battle Game!''===
[[File:Bsbg-barricade.jpg|thumb|left|What's the matter, don't you trust cops?]]
Barricade participated in numerous one-on-one matches against other Autobots and Decepticons, using his fists, his sword, or his gun to defeat his opponents. Sometimes, he even faced off against himself! {{storylink|Bot Shots Battle Game!}}
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===''Angry Birds Transformers''===
{{main|Moustache Pig#As Barricade}}
Barricade appears as a character unlockable in Challenge Events. He is portrayed by Moustache Pig. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}

===''Transformers Online'' (2017 video game)===
{{charstubgame|{{storylink|Transformers Online (2017 video game)|Transformers Online}}}}

===''Transformers: Forged to Fight''===
[[File:Barricade-Forged-to-Fight.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|"Oh, you want to use a special attack? Good luck with that."]]
Barricade was one of the Decepticons pulled from [[Live-action film series|his universe]] by the [[Quintesson]]s and forced to fight. He eventually joins the [[You|Commander]]. There are at least a few of him running around! {{storylink|Transformers: Forged to Fight}}

[[Optimus Prime (G1)#Transformers: Forged to Fight|Optimus Prime]] encountered Barricade on one of their missions, and Barricade demanded to know if he was [[Sam Witwicky|Ladiesmans217]]. [[Prowl (G1)#Transformers: Forged to Fight|Prowl]] got a read-out on the Decepticon, and they eventually had a Good Cop vs. Bad Cop showdown. {{storylink|Transformers: Forged to Fight#Chapter 1:Realities Collide|Good Cop Bad Cop}}2nd Encounter
{{storylink|Transformers: Forged to Fight#|It's in our DNA}}
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==Toys==
{{Main|Barricade (Movie)/toys}}

==Merchandise==
{{Main|Barricade (Movie)/toys#Merchandise}}

==Notes==
===''Transformers'' (2007)===
*In an early version of the movie's script, Barricade and Frenzy's roles were shared by a single character named "[[Soundwave (ROTF)|Soundwave]]". He would have infiltrated the CIA headquarters (rather than Air Force One) in the form of a "portable stereo" and then transformed (and size-shifted) into a Humvee for his escape.<ref name="early">Details from an early script draft [http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/showpost.php?p=2213120&postcount=297 summed up here], [http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/showpost.php?p=2214148&postcount=303 confirmed as authentic by Roberto Orci here].</ref>
[[File:Early-Brawl-Barricade-Concept.jpg|thumb|150px|Different name, different head, different car, same guy. As far as we know, anyway!]]
*[[Prowl (Movie)|Prowl]] was originally part of the Autobot line up for the movie, but was removed, as the writers loved the perverse idea of making the police car a Decepticon.
*An early working name for Barricade was '''Brawl''',<ref name="barribrawl">[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-images/events/Botcon-2007/Hasbro-Tour/PICT5108.JPG.html?g2_imageViewsIndex=1 Early design for Barricade with working name "Brawl" shown during the BotCon 2007 Hasbro Tour]</ref> which was later given to [[Brawl (Movie)|another movie character]]. [[:File:EarlyMovieBarricadeHead.jpg|Early concept art]] of the character created when he was going by this name<ref name="barribrawl"/> (pictured at right) suggests that he was originally going to transform into a white and black Crown Victoria (somewhat akin to Prowl's original G1 color scheme). The head design from this early concept artwork managed to show up on a few pieces of merchandise for the first film (such as a set of temporary tattoos), was used as inspiration for Barricade's Cybertronian-mode head in IDW's "[[Planetfall (Movie)|Planetfall]]," and would later inexplicably show up as a profile link for Barricade's [[Bio#Online bios|Battle Bio]] on Hasbro's website.
*In the first movie, Barricade sports the [[license plate]] "1-4027E", registered in Oklahoma. It can be briefly glimpsed when he slows down after having seemingly cornered Bumblebee, but is more clearly seen in set photos. Oddly enough, that plate ''also'' shows up on ''[[Jazz (Movie)|Jazz's]]'' [[robot mode]] chest in the same movie. The Deluxe Class Recon Barricade [[redeco]] toy, meanwhile, sports the plate "SAGE2764", a reference pertaining to deco designer [[Joe Kyde]], the [[Premium Series]] redeco of the Deluxe toy sports the plate "DCPTCN" for "Decepticon", and the ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' [[Human Alliance]] toy sports the plate "2PN-SLV", referring to Barricade's infamous "To punish and enslave..." markings.
*The [http://www.autoblog.com/2007/12/27/ebay-find-of-the-day-saleen-barricade-replica/ promotional Saleen S281E cars] that appeared at events and premieres featured the slogan "Power in the hands of a few" rather than the "To punish and enslave" motto, as well as Saleen decals rather than the Decepticon decals seen in the movie.
*By placing Barricade's arrival on Earth in 2003, [[IDW Publishing|IDW]]'s ''[[Transformers: Movie Prequel|Movie Prequel]]'' seems to contradict the very existence of his [[alternate mode]], since it is a 2006 model car. Not so— the Mustang design that would eventually be the 2006 model debuted sometime in 2003, with police car modifications showing up in car shows not long after. It could very well be that, similar to when/how Jazz scanned a Solstice in a dealership late at night, Barricade scanned a Police Mustang in one such car show display after-hours, explaining why there were "no witnesses" after he assumed this form ''and'' why his police deco has no state or city markings/I.D.
[[File:Movie2007 Barricade carweapon.jpg|thumb|upright=1.25|150px|This looks familiar!]]
*In a deleted scene set during Barricade's pursuit of Bumblebee, the Decepticon was to deploy serrated drill-like missiles from his hood and fire them at the fleeing Autobot. The scene was filmed, as evidenced by artist [[Sean Haworth]]'s photograph of the constructed and fitted weapon prop (right), and its removal at least partially helps to explain the abrupt shift from day to night that occurs during the chase. The scene remains in IDW's comic book adaptation of the film, and the weapons are optional extras for RadioShack's ''XMODS® Evolution'' Barricade model kit.
*If one were to only accept the film itself as [[canon]], there is no real evidence of his supposed "rivalry" with Bumblebee which Hasbro and IDW kept pushing as a defining trait of his character since 2007. He just happens to be the Decepticon to first make contact with Sam Witwicky, Bumblebee intervenes and then fights and defeats Barricade. There is nothing in the film itself that would suggest that the two have a history, or even actually ''know'' each other personally beforehand. However, Hasbro gave the pairing of the two as enemies a lot of prominence in their toyline that accompanied the film, and IDW's prequel and sequel comics established previous and subsequent encounters of the two on Earth. Barricade's two subsequent film appearances eventually ''do'' establish a recurring history/rivalry with Bumblebee of sorts, though: In ''Dark of the Moon'', he delivers a captured Bumblebee a kick to the back, and the two briefly face off again during ''The Last Knight''.

===Other films===
*When asked about Barricade's disappearance from the first film, writer [[Roberto Orci]] stated in a message board Q&A session that it was a "thread for Movie 2".<ref>[http://boards.transformersmovie.com/showpost.php?p=384946&postcount=33 Roberto Orci on Barricade's fate in the movie, at the official movie boards]</ref> As it happened, Barricade didn't turn up in ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen]]''; two years later, Orci stated that he honestly couldn't remember why.<ref>[http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-movie-discussion/180451-welcome-mr-roberto-orci-you-may-ask-him-questions-283.html#post3785383 Orci's Q&A at TFW2005]</ref>
*A common misconception among fans is that Barricade's Saleen Mustang alternate mode was spotted on the set of ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen]]''. This is not true. In fact, a truck transporting three "Barricade" prop vehicles was spotted in Culver City, California, in March 2008, more than two months before principal shooting for ''Revenge of the Fallen'' 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>
*An early idea writer [[Chris Mowry]] had for the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' comic book prequel ''[[Transformers: Alliance]]'' was to depict Barricade's transformation into new movie character [[Sideways (ROTF)|Sideways]], but Hasbro rejected the idea.<ref>[http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/members/mowry-73165-page2.html#vmessage170099]</ref> Another of Mowry's ideas for ''Alliance'' involved having Barricade reformat into a police boat to retrieve Megatron's at-sea remains. Mowry notes he would have been confronted by [[Storm Surge (Movie)|Storm Surge]]; whether this means Storm Surge was an Autobot at this point in development, or if there was dissension in the Decepticon ranks, is unclear.<ref>[http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/members/mowry-73165.html#vmessage281346]</ref>
*Barricade doesn't ''technically'' speak in ''Dark of the Moon'', but an editing gaffe as he kicks Que around before executing him sees Soundwave's voice (provided by [[Frank Welker]]) coming out of his mouth for the scene.
**A similar issue is present during the ''The Last Knight''. A voice reminiscent of Welker's Soundwave voice is present during the [[Stonehenge]] sequence near the end of the film. As Welker's voice had been used for Barricade in the past, it's rather tempting to write this off as him talking, despite Harnell providing most of the dialogue in the film.
*Despite all the marketing and promotional material leading up to the release of ''The Last Knight'' portraying him with a mask/helmet, he never uses it in the film itself and has a fully exposed face all throughout. One piece of concept art even depicts him with police shades. [http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/attachments/22580549_156168284980549_4064834079172853760_n-jpg.27831803/ Seriously.]
*Barricade's vehicle mode color in ''The Last Knight'' varies from scene to scene: He possesses a glossy midnight blue color on his vehicle prop shells. During his transformation sequence, his midnight blue is painted in a brighter metallic shade.
*In the London car chase, the physical Mustang used for Barricade is missing the "'to punish and enslave...'", except in shots that presumably use the CGI model, where it has "'Keep calm and Hail Megatron'" instead. This phrase was part of the redesign, and at least one physical Mustang has it<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eyzuKderOxE Unofficial upload] of behind-the-scenes material for ''The Last Knight''</ref>, but Barricade's appearance in the rest of the film uses "'to punish and enslave...'".
*Barricade's appearance in ''The Last Knight'' serves as the basis for the [[Evergreen]] design used to create the ''[[Transformers: Earth Wars]]'' [[Barricade (IDW)|version of the character]].

===Disappearances and reappearances===
[[File:Barricade-comicsadaptation-death.jpg|upright=1.25|thumb|right|F*** tha poh-leece!]]
*Barricade abruptly disappears from the first live-action film during the highway battle, last appearing as Bonecrusher moves forward to engage Optimus Prime. As evidenced by scenes in the novelization and comic book adaptations of the film (right), he was supposed to join Bonecrusher in attacking the Autobot leader, and would have been destroyed by Optimus after Bonecrusher.
*Alternatively, the children's chapter book adaptation of the film, ''[[The Quest for the AllSpark]]'', describes Barricade as being destroyed by the US military.
*At the time, Barricade's fate caused a great deal of speculation, and [[IDW Publishing]] capitalized on the character's ambiguous fate to "overwrite" his death from their comic adaptation, revealing instead in ''[[Transformers: The Reign of Starscream|The Reign of Starscream]]'' that he had been forced off the road by Ironhide and drove into a roadway bridge pillar, knocking himself out.
*Barricade subsequently reappeared in several further IDW comics before returning to the screen in ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Dark of the Moon]]'', where he lost his eyes and leg by NEST soldiers before disappearing, presumably killed by NEST or the Autobots.
*However, Barricade appears alive and well in ''[[Transformers: The Last Knight (film)|The Last Knight]]'', [[retcon]]ning his potential death in ''Dark of the Moon''. Oddly enough, it is mentioned in that film that he has been under government surveillance. Last seen coming under attack by the British military, Barricade apparently continuing his tradition of having an ambiguous fate near the end of every odd-numbered film.

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Barricade''' (バリケード ''Barikēdo'')
*''Korean:'' '''Barricade''' (바리케이드 ''Balikeideu'')
*''Mandarin:'' '''Pàn Guān''' (Taiwan, 判官, "The Magistrate"), '''Lùzhàng''' (China, 路障, "Barricade")
*''Ukrainian:'' '''Barycada''' (Барикада, "Barricade")

==See also==
{{OtherVersions
|charname=Barricade
|disambig=Barricade (disambiguation)
|body=
*[[Barricade (Animated)|Barricade]], the [[Maccadam's Old Oil House|Maccadam's]] menu headshot from ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Transformers Animated]].''
*[[Barricade (WFC)|Barricade]], the [[Decepticon]] dirty cop from the [[Aligned continuity family]].
*[[Barricade (IDW)|Barricade]], the Decepticon dirty cop from the [[2005 IDW continuity]].}}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[https://www.instagram.com/p/BXWEuoJhy0L/], [https://www.instagram.com/p/BaZbUBgjWCk/], [https://www.instagram.com/p/Ba0R7EODw-k/] ''The Last Knight'' Barricade concept art by Josh Nizzi on Instagram

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Transformers (2023) issue 26

2025-11-14T06:15:52Z

Boingus: /* Transformers references */

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|publisher=[[Image Comics]] [[Skybound Entertainment]]
|date=[[November 12]], [[2025]]
|coverdate=November 2025
|written by=[[Robert Kirkman]]
|art by=[[Dan Mora]]
|colors by=[[Mike Spicer]]
|letters by=[[Rus Wooton]]
|editor=[[Ben Abernathy]]
|publication design=[[Andres Juarez]]
|production=[[Ashby Florence]]
|continuity=[[Energon Universe]]
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'''With new and unexpected allies alike, Optimus Prime must figure out how he and the Autobots will move forward on the path to ending their war.'''

==Synopsis==
[[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]] wildly opens fire on [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]] and [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]], still panicking after his experience in [[Cobra-La]] and screaming "DEATH TO THE AUTOBOTS!" He tries to remove [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]] from [[Teletraan I|Teletraan-1]], but both Skywarp and the [[Autobot]]s warn him that doing so will kill Skywarp. Thankfully, his rampage is halted by [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]], who rips the [[incendiary gun]]s off his arms. Thundercracker blames the Autobots for Skywarp's condition, not believing them when they say they lacked the capability to undo what [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] and [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] did. However, [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] then returns, accompanied by [[General Flagg]] and his supply of [[Energon]].

Recognizing that Thundercracker still has some nobility in him, Optimus tells the [[Seeker (body-type)|Seeker]] that they will use their new resources to repair Skywarp. Magnus is concerned about showing this level of mercy to a [[Decepticon]], but Optimus insists they have to find common ground as Cybertronians if they are to have any hope of ending the war. Flagg commends Optimus on his conflict resolution skills, and Optimus introduces the rest of the Autobots to their new human ally. Wheeljack is initially wary of the General, but is thankful upon seeing the recovered bodies of [[Mirage (G1)|Mirage]] and [[Bulkhead (G1)|Bulkhead]]. As the two discuss the rebuilding efforts in [[Chicago]], Wheeljack proposes that - with enough resources - he could build the city into something brand new, with state of the art defense capabilities, an offer Flagg readily accepts.

Some time later, Wheeljack reports that he should be able to get Teletraan working again, offering to repair Optimus once he's done, but Optimus insists they start repairs with those who need them most, in this case Skywarp (despite objections from Wheeljack and Magnus, both still uneasy at the presence of Thundercracker). Optimus then shares some of their Energon with the imprisoned Soundwave, but the reception of his kindness is far chillier than Thundercracker's. Optimus questions why Soundwave would remain so loyal to the Decepticons after they abandoned him, but ultimately leaves his prisoner to his Energon.

In Chicago, the Autobots are still aiding in cleanup alongside [[Carly (G1)|Carly]] and [[Spike Witwicky (G1)|Spike]]. [[Shredhead]] especially proves impressive to their new friends, managing to help [[Beachcomber (G1)|Beachcomber]] save a group of humans out from under some heavy debris. Meanwhile, at [[Shadow Watch]], [[Miles Mayhem]] examines the 3D scans that they took of Optimus Prime during his visit to their underground base. This will allow them to study the [[Transformer]]'s [[transformation]]. Mayhem asks the technician if he's shared this with General Flagg, believing the fewer people who know about this, the better. When the technician confirms Flagg doesn't, Mayhem pulls out a pistol and shoots him.

On [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], [[Elita One (G1)|Elita One]] tasks [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]] with venturing into Decepticon territory to recover the components of [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]'s [[space bridge]]. She sees it as an opportunity to redeem himself for his betrayal, but Cliffjumper insists he did the right thing to help [[Earth]]. Elita is tired of hearing about Earth, instead focusing on the plight of their fellow Autobots, many of whom lay in [[stasis lock]] around their base.

On the ''[[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'', Wheeljack has finished his repairs to both Teletraan and Skywarp. The Decepticon teleporter seems confused, but when Optimus tries to explain what happened, he attacks the Autobot leader. Wheeljack desperately tries to shield Teletraan from any stray blasts while Thundercracker tries to get his fellow Seeker to stop. However, it is to no avail, as Skywarp transforms and flies through the ship to escape. He comes across Soundwave, who tells him to return to the Decepticons and alert [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]. Thundercracker tries to talk Skywarp down, reminding him that it was their fellow Decepticons that mutilated Skywarp in the first place, but Skywarp insists that it was just desperation, and that things will return to normal with Megatron back. But Thundercracker refuses to go back, and so Skywarp simply transforms and flies away.

Aboard the ''[[Nemesis (G1)|Nemesis]]'', [[Scrapper (G1)|Scrapper]] and [[Rumble (G1)|Rumble]] have scoured the seafloor and found what little bits of Energon they could, bringing it before Megatron. Their leader is disappointed, as such a pittance is barely enough for his own repairs, let alone their entire forces. Scrapper suggests that they could overtake [[human]] energy generation and use that to create more Energon, but his suggestion is interrupted when Megatron falls to his knees, shrieking. The other Decepticons can do little else but look on as Megatron grabs his head in pain, his eyes glowing purple...

==Featured characters==
Characters in ''italic text'' appear only in flashbacks. 
{{Featuredcharacters
|c1=
* [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]] (1)
* [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] (2)
* [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] (5)
* [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] (6)
* [[Mirage (G1)|Mirage]] (8)
* [[Bulkhead (G1)|Bulkhead]] (9)
* [[Beachcomber (G1)|Beachcomber]] (11)
* [[Shredhead]] (13)
* [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]] (14)
* [[Silverbolt (G1)|Silverbolt]] (16)
* [[Trailbreaker (G1)|Trailbreaker]] (17)
* [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]] (20)
* [[Elita One (G1)|Elita One]] (21)
* [[Moonracer (G1)|Moonracer]] (22)
* [[Huffer (G1)|Huffer]] (23)
* [[Cosmos (G1)|Cosmos]] (24)
* [[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor]] (25)
* [[Kup (G1)|Kup]] (26)

|c2=
* [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]] (3)
* [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]] (4)
* [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] (10)
* [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] (27)
* [[Scrapper (G1)|Scrapper]] (28)
* [[Rumble (G1)|Rumble]] (29)
* [[Mixmaster (G1)|Mixmaster]] (30)
* [[Bonecrusher (G1)|Bonecrusher]] (31)
* [[Scavenger (G1)|Scavenger]] (32)
* [[Hook (G1)|Hook]] (33)
* [[Long Haul (G1)|Long Haul]] (34)

|c3=
* [[General Flagg]] (7)
* [[Carly (G1)|Carly]] (12)
* [[Spike Witwicky (G1)|Spike Witwicky]] (15)
* [[Miles Mayhem]] (18)
* [[Shadow Watch]] researcher (19)
}}

==Quotes==
"Optimus, is this wise?" 
"[[Thundercracker (G1)|He]] cares for his brethren, as we do. How can we ever hope to end the war if we cannot find common ground?" 
"I notice you said 'end', not 'win'." 
"Forgive me, friend. I find I cannot fathom an end to this conflict that would feel like a win."
:—'''Ultra Magnus''' and '''Optimus Prime'''

"It's okay. We're '''strong'''. We're going to get through this." 
"You sound just like him." 
"My dad?" 
"No. Optimus Prime."
:—'''Spike''' and '''Carly'''

"You always were '''weak'''. The Decepticons don't need you. You will not be missed."
:—'''Skywarp''' to Thundercracker

==Notes==
===Continuity notes===
* Skywarp was cannibalized by Starscream and Soundwave to repair Teletraan-1 back in [[Transformers (2023) issue 4|issue #4]].
* Carly remarks that Spike is sounding more like Optimus Prime, possibly as a side effect of their connecting through the [[Matrix of Leadership]] in [[Transformers (2023) issue 22|issue #22]].
* Shockwave's space bridge was destroyed in [[Transformers (2023) issue 12|issue #12]], when Optimus blew it up to save Earth, but stranding Elita and Cliffjumper back on Cybertron.
* Kup was last seen getting blown up in Elita's assault on Shockwave's lab in [[Transformers (2023) issue 7|issue #7]] and his body was seen in [[Transformers (2023) issue 15|issue #15]] being left behind by [[Bluestreak (G1)|Bluestreak]] when he recovered [[Warpath (G1)|Warpath]], claiming Kup was "gone." Evidently, Elita chose to recover him at some point, which is good since he isn't as gone as Streak believed.

===''Transformers'' references===
* Thundercracker uses his sonic boom attack, an ability first listed on his original [[Bob Budiansky]]-penned tech specs.
* Thundercracker's doubts about the Decepticon cause is an element pulled from his original profile. Past iterations have also played up this angle of the character, most notably his [[2005 IDW continuity]] [[Thundercracker (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|incarnation]].
* Scrapper's suggestion that the Decepticons could use human-based energy generators is a callback to the Decepticons' usual Energon-harvesting schemes in the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|Generation 1 cartoon]].
* Mayhem having the schematics of Optimus Prime recalls the origins of a few [[Nemesis Prime (Prime)|previous]] [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#Alternators toy bio| man-made]] [[Nemesis Prime (AOE)| recreations]] of the Autobot leader.
* Following Mora's usual use of toys as references for drawing, the ''Nemesis'' is based on its [[Nemesis (G1)#Legacy_2|''Legacy'' toy]].

===''M.A.S.K.'' references===
* Miles Mayhem is fascinated by Optimus Prime's transformative abilities, clearly foreshadowing the development of the signature transforming vehicles of [[M.A.S.K.]] and [[V.E.N.O.M.]].

===Real life references===
* The helicopters delivering supplies to the ''Ark'' are {{w|Boeing CH-47 Chinook}}s.

===Errors===
* On the final two pages, the gun barrel on Megatron's back is colored black like his fusion cannon instead of the proper gray.
* On the penultimate page, a "Lorem ipsum" placeholder text is placed between the bottom panels.

===Other notes===
* Energon Experience: Presented by Skybound Executive Editor Ben Abernathy.
** '''Character Spotlight:''' Skywarp
** '''Not Your Kup of Tea:''' Don't worry readers, Kup did indeed survive his seemingly-fatal ordeal from issue #7.
** '''Creator Spotlight:''' Ben asks letterer Rus Wooton what his [[alternate mode]] would be. Wooton suggests an amphibious vehicle so he could go on land and water.

===Covers===
* '''Cover A:''' Optimus Prime versus Thundercracker, by [[David Nakayama]]
* '''Cover B:''' Shredhead, by [[Daniel Warren Johnson]] and Mike Spicer.
* '''Cover C:''' Connecting cover, by [[Jorge Corona]] and Mike Spicer.
* '''Cover D:''' The Decepticons, by [[Kael Ngu]].
* '''Cover E:''' Design for Optimus Prime, by Dan Mora and [[Andres Juarez]].

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Transformers (2023) issue 25

2025-11-14T06:14:12Z

Boingus: /* Transformers references */

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|publisher=[[Image Comics]] [[Skybound Entertainment]]
|date=[[October 8]], [[2025]]
|coverdate=October 2025
|written by=[[Robert Kirkman]]
|art by=[[Jorge Corona]] (pages 1-12) [[Dan Mora]] (pages 15-34)
|colors by=[[Mike Spicer]]
|letters by=[[Rus Wooton]]
|editor=[[Ben Abernathy]]
|publication design=[[Andres Juarez]]
|production=[[Ashby Florence]]
|continuity=[[Energon Universe]]
|chronology=
}}

'''A new day dawns for the Autobots! With Megatron and the Decepticons defeated (for now), Optimus Prime receives an unexpected offer of aid from humanity.'''

==Synopsis==
[[File:TF2023 no. 25 - Megatron Punches Devastator.jpg|thumb|left|250px|Attack on Titan.]]
[[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] is not happy. Badly injured from his defeat at the hands of [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] and forced to retreat to the sunken ''[[Nemesis (G1)|Nemesis]]'', he berates the [[Decepticon]]s for their failure, to the point of physically hurling [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]] to the ground, sending the [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicon]]s flying apart. But the bot that earns the most of his scorn is [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], whose mangled body he orders thrown in with the rest of the dead Decepticons. Megatron then reminds the Decepticons that their ultimate goal is achieving peace for the good of all [[Transformer|Cybertronian]]s — peace through tyranny. Unable to return to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], Megatron asks his soldiers if they will be strong enough to accomplish their goals here on [[Earth]]. Each one answers in the affirmative, and together they begin to chant, "all hail Megatron!" As the chorus rings out across the ship, Starscream's eye lights up red once more.

In [[Chicago]], the Autobots are helping clean up the damage from their battle with the Decepticons. Optimus is sorrowful at seeing the devastation his war brought to [[human]]ity until he is approached by a little girl wearing a face mask. She tells him that she was scared of him before, but isn't anymore; she knows he's not a bad robot like "those other ones." Optimus tells her he doesn't believe anything can be truly bad, only misguided. As [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] clears rubble away, [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]] senses he is unwell. Much like Optimus, Magnus despairs at the destruction, believing it should have been his duty to prevent it. Arcee and [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]] assure him that they all did as much as they could. [[Beachcomber (G1)|Beachcomber]] then alerts them to a signal coming from beneath a pile of rubble. As they move to help whoever is trapped, [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] bursts free! Optimus immediately moves to engage, ordering the other Autobots to evacuate and protect the humans. Soundwave asks where Megatron is, but does not believe Optimus when he says Megatron fled. The two exchange blows, but Optimus quickly finishes the fight by slamming Soundwave to the ground. He orders [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] to restrain the Decepticon and take him to their base, Magnus accompanying him. Optimus is then greeted by [[General Flagg]]. Flagg says that they've figured the Autobots must be "the good ones" and is here to offer Prime a partnership with the [[United States of America|United States government]], believing they could help each other. Prime takes full responsibility for bringing the Decepticons to Earth and that the Autobots do not need anything from the humans in exchange for fighting them. Still, Flagg insists Optimus accompany him back to his base, saying he has some things he'd like to show him.

Wheeljack, Magnus, and Jazz take Soundwave to what constitutes their "base": the cavern in the mountain where the ''[[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'' used to be. Wheeljack ventures inside the cave to explore, coming across the skeleton of a ''Tyrannosaurus rex''. As he goes to examine the fossils, the cave starts to shake. In an instant, Wheeljack is inside the ''Ark'', the ship having teleported back to its exact same spot once more, much to the Autobots' confusion. Magnus and Jazz join him inside and place Soundwave in the brig. Jazz and Wheeljack wonder where the ship could have gone when they are attacked by [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]]! The Decepticon [[Seeker (body-type)|Seeker]] is panicked, desperately wanting to know where he just was, claiming to have seen [[Cobra-La|monsters like he'd never seen before]]!

Optimus Prime is airlifted to a [[United States military]] base. There, General Flagg continues his discussion with Prime, underscoring the importance of their working together to stop the Decepticons and offering Prime any resources the Autobots might need. He then leads Optimus to a secret underground facility called "[[Shadow Watch]]," where Prime discovers the deactivated bodies of [[Mirage (G1)|Mirage]] and [[Bulkhead (G1)|Bulkhead]]. Flagg tells Optimus that both were found some decades ago and brought here to be studied, but that they were unable to revive either of them, suggesting Optimus might be able to. Optimus laments that they don't have the [[Energon]] to do so, but that's when Flagg reveals his other gift: a massive cache of Energon crystals that Shadow Watch has been stockpiling over the years. Prime and Flagg are then greeted by the head of Shadow Watch... a man named [[Miles Mayhem]].

Back on Cybertron, [[Elita One (G1)|Elita One]] has gathered her troops. She is still furious at [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]] for sending [[Shredhead]] to Earth, but has reluctantly allowed him out of prison since they can't spare anymore troops. [[Bluestreak (G1)|Bluestreak]] tries to advocate for Cliff wanting to help Optimus, but Elita shuts him down. Optimus Prime abandoned them, so now Elita is done. As far as she is concerned, Optimus Prime is their enemy!

==Featured characters==
Characters in ''italic text'' appear only in flashbacks. 
{{Featuredcharacters
|c1=
* [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] (21)
* [[Trailbreaker (G1)|Trailbreaker]] (22)
* [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]] (23)
* [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] (24)
* [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]] (25)
* [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] (26)
* [[Beachcomber (G1)|Beachcomber]] (28)
* [[Mirage (G1)|Mirage]] (33)
* [[Bulkhead (G1)|Bulkhead]] (34)
* [[Elita One (G1)|Elita One]] (38)
* [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]] (39)
* [[Blurr (G1)|Blurr]] (40)
* [[Bluestreak (G1)|Bluestreak]] (41)

|c2=
* [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] (1)
* [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]] (2)
* [[Bonecrusher (G1)|Bonecrusher]] (3)
* [[Hook (G1)|Hook]] (4)
* [[Scrapper (G1)|Scrapper]] (5)
* [[Scavenger (G1)|Scavenger]] (6)
* [[Long Haul (G1)|Long Haul]] (7)
* [[Mixmaster (G1)|Mixmaster]] (8)
* [[Rumble (G1)|Rumble]] (9)
* [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]] (10)
* [[Blast Off (G1)|Blast Off]] (11)
* [[Ravage (G1)|Ravage]] (12)
* [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] (13)
* [[Brawl (G1)|Brawl]] (14)
* [[Laserbeak (G1)|Laserbeak]] (15)
* [[Vortex (G1)|Vortex]] (16)
* [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] (17)
* [[Reflector (G1)|Reflector]] (18)
* [[Frenzy (G1)|Frenzy]] (19)
* [[Astrotrain (G1)|Astrotrain]] (20)
* [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] (29)
* [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]] (31)
* [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]] (32)

|c3=
* Masked girl (27)
* [[General Flagg]] (30)
* [[Miles Mayhem]] (35)

|h4=[[Cobra-La]]|c4=
* [[Golobulus]] (36)
* [[Royal Guard]] (37)
}}

==Quotes==
"Yes, my Decepticons. Peace... We shall one day know peace. And there is only one way to achieve it. '''Peace through tyranny.'''"
:—'''Megatron''' lays down the Decepticon manifesto.

"You and I are the same. Recognizing that is the first step to becoming a compassionate being. Which all sentient life should strive to be."
:—'''Optimus Prime''' imparts some wisdom to the masked little girl.

"We spend all our time worrying about little green men. Never even considered '''space trucks'''. It's always what you least expect."
:—'''General Flagg''' has a sense of humor.

==Notes==
===Continuity notes===
* The Decepticons have retreated to the safety of the sunken ''Nemesis'', last seen in [[Transformers (2023) issue 12|issue #12]]. Soundwave had claimed that the ship was "lost" in [[Transformers (2023) issue 15|issue #15]], and the last we saw any pieces of it was the [[space bridge]] portal that Shredhead came through in [[Transformers (2023) issue 23|issue #23]].
* Brawl reappears after being missing from [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]] in the previous issue.
* When Megatron throws Starscream's body into the scrapheap, we see the bodies of Reflector, Frenzy (both killed by Optimus Prime in [[Transformers (2023) issue 5|issue #5]]), and Astrotrain (killed by Megatron-wielded-by-Starscream in [[Transformers (2023) issue 20|issue #20]]).
* Optimus Prime's right arm is still the unfinished replacement that Wheeljack made for him in issue #23.
* Though he goes unnamed throughout the issue (only being identified by name in the “Energon Experience” segment in the backmatter), General Flagg has been a recurring presence across the Energon Universe titles, first appearing in ''[[Destro (comic)|Destro]]'' [[Destro issue 3|#3]] and then ''Transformers'' [[Transformers (2023) issue 21|issues #21]] and [[Transformers (2023) issue 22|#22]], overseeing the capture of Ultra Magnus.
** When Magnus was captured in [[Transformers (2023) issue 18|issue #18]], the soldiers doing so were seen wearing the star emblem of [[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]], implying that the Joes were a far larger operation than simply [[Duke (G.I. Joe)|Duke]]'s team and [[Night Force]]. However, the introduction of Shadow Watch suggests the opposite: that G.I. Joe and Night Force are under the purview of Shadow Watch, with [[Hawk (G.I. Joe)|Colonel Hawk]] working for them. This also lines up with Hawk and the government keeping information about Starscream secret from Duke in ''[[Duke (comic)|Duke]]'' [[Duke issue 1|#1]], as that was not their first encounter with the Transformers.
* Where did the ''Ark'' go when Thundercracker activated Skywarp's teleportation ability in issue #21? [[Cobra-La]], apparently! The last time readers saw the secret snake civilization was ''[[Cobra Commander (comic)|Cobra Commander]]'' [[Cobra Commander issue 5|#5]], where Golobulus discovered the origin of the Transformers and sent [[Pythona]] into space and the pages of ''[[Void Rivals]]''.
* We last saw Elita and her team in issue #22, with her ordering Cliffjumper imprisoned after he sent Shredhead back to Earth.
* Elita briefly mentions [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], who was last seen getting his head crushed by Optimus Prime in [[Transformers (2023) issue 12|issue #12]]

===Transformers references===
*The Decepticons retreating to a downed spaceship as an underwater base is reminiscent of the [[Decepticon Headquarters (G1 Earth)|Decepticon headquarters]] from the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|Generation 1 cartoon]].
* When addressing the Decepticons, Megatron calls each of them out by name, with each address being given its own word balloon. This is an homage to the classic [[introdump]] style from the original [[Marvel Comics|Marvel]] ''[[The Transformers (Marvel comic)|Transformers]]'' comics by [[Bob Budiansky]].
* During his speech Megatron invokes his classic motto, "peace through tyranny," which first appeared on his original [[The Transformers (toyline)|Generation 1]] [[Megatron (G1)/toys#The_Transformers|toy]] packaging.
* The transition between the Corona-drawn pages and Mora-drawn pages is done as an homage to the iconic "symbol flip" [[scene transition]]s from the Generation 1 cartoon.
* Part of the new art style is Jazz having the door wings from his [[Jazz (G1)/toys#Toys|Generation 1 toy]].
* Optimus Prime is drawn based on his [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Yolopark|Yolopark AMK Pro toy]]. Similarly, Skywarp and Thundercracker are based on [[Starscream (G1)/merchandise#Yolopark|Starscream's AMK Pro toy]].
* Wheeljack discovering the fossilized skeleton of a ''Tyrannosaurus rex'' in the cavern of the Ark's crash is a direct homage to a similar scene from the G1 cartoon episode "[[S.O.S. Dinobots]]," in which Wheeljack got the idea to create the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobot]]s after he discovered [[dinosaur (dinosaur)|dinosaur]] fossils in the cave occupied by the crashed Ark.
* When the Ark returns, it is now at an angle with its starboard side sticking out of the mountain. Meanwhile, the stern side is completely obscured by the rocks. This angled placement is an obvious callback to how the crashed Ark was parked in the Generation 1 cartoon, although in this issue five engines are still visible compared to the Ark's cartoon counterpart [[:File:CrashedArk1.jpg|showing just three]].
* Bulkhead's design is partially inspired by the ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' [[Transformers: Prime (franchise)|Prime Universe]] [[Bulkhead (Prime)#Legacy|Bulkhead figure]].

===Other Hasbro franchise references===
* '''MILES MAYHEM?!?!''' What's the leader of the [[V.E.N.O.M.|Vicious Evil Network of Mayhem]] doing here? This mustachioed menace marks the second character from the [[M.A.S.K. (franchise)|''M.A.S.K.'' franchise]] to be introduced to the Energon Universe after the appearance of [[Matt Trakker]] earlier this year in the [[G.I. Joe Energon Universe 2025 Special story|''G.I. Joe'' segment]] of the ''[[Energon Universe 2025 Special]]''. In that story, Trakker was shown to be exceptionally paranoid and had some familiarity with the Transformers due to reasons he couldn't share with [[Clutch (G.I. Joe)|Clutch]]. Could it be that he was also part of Shadow Watch at one point?
** Mayhem's introduction here as the head of a secret government program involved in "studying" the Transformers with a connection to a General from G.I. Joe is very similar to his introduction to [[IDW Publishing]]'s [[Hasbro Universe]] in the pages of ''[[Revolution]]'' [[Secret Raiders: A Revolution Prelude|#0]].

===Real life references===
* In what is likely a visual nod to the style of fight choreography employed by [[Daniel Warren Johnson]], Optimus defeats Soundwave using a professional wrestling technique known as a {{w|spinebuster}}.

===Errors===
* The “thruster” thingy on the top of Devastator’s chestplate is colored green, instead of the correct purple (see the image above).
* The deceased Frenzy’s head is looking rather intact, considering it was split open at the roof of his mouth against a guardrail.
* In the panel where Optimus tackles Soundwave to perform the spinebuster, Soundwave's left shin has a random half-wheel sticking out of it that isn't present in any of the other scenes he appears in. (Or his corresponding right shin, for that matter.)
* [[Mike Mayhew]] has clearly used {{w|Generative artificial intelligence|generative AI}} to create his exclusive cover. Apart from the overall mushiness of the linework, wonky perspective lines, and strange colour textures, key tells include the completely different tyre treads between body and leg; the thin upper radiator grille (missing from many modern depictions of Optimus) only half-rendered in the space between the windows and the main grille; the beginnings of a second smokestack appearing behind the one on his left shoulder; and completely different details on the left versus right side of Prime's body. Listen, we've seen some pretty hinky variant covers in our time, but this is just not how humans draw. A 9.8 graded black and white "sketch" cover variant will set you back a cool £213 on Mike's website.
* Meanwhile, [[Godtail]] has drawn [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|''Prime'' Cliffjumper]] instead of the Cliffjumper that actually appears in the comic, with Arcee being based on her [[Flame Toys]] [[Arcee (G1)/toys#Furai Model|''Furai'' model kit]].

===Other notes===
* When the Energon Universe first launched, Robert Kirkman often cited [[Bulkhead (Animated)|Bulkhead]] as an example of a non-G1 character that he'd personally love to see introduced at some point, suggesting he would try to get him in somewhere.
* Energon Experience: Presented by Skybound Executive Editor Ben Abernathy.
** '''Character Spotlight:''' Optimus Prime
** '''Cobra-La La La La!:''' It’s a good thing Thundercracker and Skywarp survived their brief encounter with Cobra-La given what Golobulus did to Megatron in the [[Transformers Energon Universe 2024 Special story|''Transformers'' segment]] of the ''[[Energon Universe 2024 Special]]''.
** '''Creator Spotlight:''' Ben asks Dan Mora what his [[alternate mode]] would be. Mora suggests a dinosaur before settling on werewolf.

===Covers (59)===
* '''Cover A:''' Optimus Prime, Wheeljack, Trailbreaker, and the [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]] roll out into a brand new era, by [[David Nakayama]].
* '''Cover B:''' Optimus pulls the tape from Soundwave’s chest, by [[Daniel Warren Johnson]] & Mike Spicer.
* '''Cover C (1:10 Copy Incentive):''' Connecting cover, by Jorge Corona & Mike Spicer.
* '''Cover D (1:25 Copy Incentive):''' The Autobots, by [[Kael Ngu]].
* '''Cover E (1:50 Copy Incentive):''' Design for Jazz, by Dan Mora & [[Andres Juarez]].
* '''Cover F (1:100 Copy Incentive):''' Foil cover of Optimus Prime, by [[Jae Lee]] & [[June Chung]].
* '''Cover G:''' Blank sketch cover with an Autobot logo in the corner box.
* '''Cover H:''' Blank sketch cover with a Decepticon logo in the corner box.
* '''Cover I:''' Foil version of Cover A.
* '''Cover J:''' Die cut cover of Optimus Prime’s face, by [[John Amor]] and Andres Juarez.
* '''Cover K:''' Die cut cover of the Autobots behind a melting sheet of metal, by [[Eric Canete]].
* '''Second Printing Cover A:''' by [[Jason Howard]].
* '''Second Printing Cover B:''' by Jason Howard.
* '''Second Printing Cover C:''' by Jason Howard.
* '''Second Printing Cover D:''' by Jason Howard.
* '''Captured Collectibles / Nomasss Comics [[New York Comic Con]] 2025 Cover:''' by [[Hector Trunnec]]. Limited to 500 copies.
* '''JAF Comics Cover:''' by [[Chris Campana]].
* '''ThatGuyWill Cover A:''' by [[Vincenzo Riccardi]]. Limited to 750 copies.
* '''ThatGuyWill Cover B:''' Foil virgin variant. Limited to 750 copies.
* '''Vinny Blanco Comics New York Comic Con 2025 Cover:''' by [[Livio Ramondelli]]. Limited to 750 copies.
* '''PCB Hobby New York Comic Con 2025 Cover A:''' by [[Christopher Marchman]]. Limited to 750 copies.
* '''PCB Hobby New York Comic Con 2025 Cover B:''' Virgin variant. Limited to 750 copies.
* '''Summit Comics & Games Cover:''' by Jason Howard.
* '''Comic Kingdom Creative New York Comic Con 2025 Cover:''' by [[Shelby Robertson]]. Limited to 750 copies.
* '''The 616 Comics Cover A:''' by [[Marco Turini]]. Limited to 750 copies.
* '''The 616 Comics Cover B:''' Foil virgin variant. Limited to 750 copies.
* '''Mike Mayhew Studio Cover A:''' by Mike Mayhew. Limited to 1,500 copies.
* '''Mike Mayhew Studio Cover B:''' Virgin variant. Limited to 750 copies.
* '''Mike Mayhew Studio Cover C:''' Foil virgin variant. Limited to 750 copies.
* '''Mike Mayhew Studio Cover D:''' Black & White virgin variant. Limited to 500 copies.
* '''Collector Cave New York Comic Con 2025 Cover:''' by [[Nick Harrigan]]. Limited to 350 copies.
* '''Shop Fan Expo Cover:''' by [[Javier Fernández]] & [[Alex Sinclair]]. Limited to 750 copies.
* '''Big Alpaca Comics Big Texas Comicon 2025 Cover:''' by [[Jonathan Uribe]]. Limited to 750 copies.
* '''Big Time Collectibles New York Comic Con 2025 Cover A:''' by [[Mico Suayan]]. Limited to 300 copies.
* '''Big Time Collectibles New York Comic Con 2025 Cover B:''' by [[John Giang]]. Limited to 300 copies.
* '''Comic Inspiration New York Comic Con 2025 Cover A:''' by [[Tyler Kirkham]] & [[Ifansyah Noor]]. Limited to 750 copies.
* '''Comic Inspiration New York Comic Con 2025 Cover B:''' by Tyler Kirkham & Ifansyah Noor. Limited to 750 copies.
* '''East Coast Comics New York Comic Con 2025 Cover A:''' by [[Franck Uzan]] & [[Martin Zavala]].
* '''East Coast Comics New York Comic Con 2025 Cover B:''' by Franck Uzan & Martin Zavala.
* '''East Side Comics / KRS Comics / The Comic Corner / The Comic Mint New York Comic Con 2025 Cover:''' by [[Alan Quah]]. Limited to 300 copies.
* '''Davis Rider Comics New York Comic Con 2025 Cover:''' by [[Satoshi Shiki]]. Limited to 250 copies.
* '''Afshari Comics Big Texas Comicon 2025 Cover:''' by [[Leno Hernandez]]. Limited to 750 copies.
* '''Big Clutch New York Comic Con 2025 [[eBay]] Live Cover A:''' by [[Suspiria Vilchez]]. Limited to 350 copies.
* '''Big Clutch New York Comic Con 2025 eBay Live Cover B:''' Foil virgin variant. Limited to 250 copies.
* '''Big Clutch New York Comic Con 2025 eBay Live Cover C:''' by [[Mark Spears]]. Limited to 350 copies.
* '''Big Clutch New York Comic Con 2025 eBay Live Cover D:''' Foil virgin variant. Limited to 250 copies.
* '''Big Clutch New York Comic Con 2025 eBay Live Cover E:''' by [[Bill Sienkiewicz]]. Limited to 250 copies.
* '''Big Clutch New York Comic Con 2025 eBay Live Cover F:''' by [[Godtail]]. Limited to 450 copies.
* '''Big Clutch New York Comic Con 2025 eBay Live Cover G:''' by Godtail. Limited to 450 copies.
* '''Big Clutch New York Comic Con 2025 eBay Live Cover H:''' Foil virgin variant. Limited to 300 copies.
* '''Big Clutch New York Comic Con 2025 eBay Live Cover I:''' Foil virgin variant. Limited to 300 copies.
* '''Big Clutch New York Comic Con 2025 eBay Live Cover J:''' by [[Pete Carroll]]. Limited to 500 copies.
* '''Big Clutch New York Comic Con 2025 eBay Live Cover K:''' Foil virgin variant. Limited to 300 copies.
* '''Big Clutch New York Comic Con 2025 eBay Live Cover L:''' Black & White virgin variant. Limited to 200 copies.
* '''Big Clutch New York Comic Con 2025 eBay Live Cover M:''' by [[Pete Carroll]]. Limited to 500 copies.
* '''Big Clutch New York Comic Con 2025 eBay Live Cover N:''' Foil virgin variant. Limited to 300 copies.
* '''Big Clutch New York Comic Con 2025 eBay Live Cover O:''' Black & White virgin variant. Limited to 200 copies.
* '''Heart of Comics / imCollectible Art Cover:''' by [[Charles Paul Wilson III]].
* '''Walmart [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2025 Cover:''' by Jae Lee. Limited to 750 copies.

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